23R1308_Amd0006-Specs.pdf

FY20 MILCON Project P-459B WON 1661460 MCB Camp Blaz Parking, US NAVSUPPACT, MCB, Guam

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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION QUALITY CONTROL

06/15, CHG 6: 11/20

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

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

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety -- Safety and Health Requirements Manual

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00.05 20 CONSTRUCTION SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES and 01 33 10.05 20 DESIGN SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Design Quality Control (DQC) Plan; G

Submit a DQC Plan prior to the Post Award Kickoff Meeting.

Construction Quality Control (CQC) Plan; G

Submit a Construction QC Plan prior to start of construction.

SD-05 Design Data

Design Quality Control Documentation; G

SD-07 Certificates

Preliminary Inspections and Final Acceptance Testing; G

1.3 QC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Establish and maintain a QC program that is administered by a Design and Construction Quality Control organization, using Quality Control (Design and Construction) Plans, Commissioning Plans and Reports, meetings, a Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, three phases of control, submittal review and approval, testing, completion inspections, and QC certifications, and documentation necessary to provide design, materials, equipment, workmanship, fabrication, construction and operations which comply with the requirements of this Contract. The QC program must cover on-site and off-site work. No construction work or testing may be performed unless the QC Manager is on the work site.

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1.3.1 QC Plan Meeting

Prior to submission of the QC Plan, the QC Manager may request a meeting with the Contracting Officer to discuss the QC Plan requirements of this Contract.

The purpose of this meeting is to develop a mutual understanding of the QC Plan requirements prior to plan development and submission and to agree on the Contractor's list of Definable Features of Work (DFOWs).

1.3.2 Mutual Understanding Meeting

The purpose of this meeting is to develop a mutual understanding of the QC Plans, including documentation, administration, requirements and procedures, coordination of activities to be performed, and the coordination of the contractor's management, production and QC personnel.

At the meeting, the contractor will explain in detail how the three phases of quality control will be implemented for each DFOW.

1.3.3 Design and Construction Quality Control Plans

The contractor must provide a project specific Design Quality Control (DQC) Plan and Construction Quality Control (CQC) Plan, for review and approval by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor must perform no design until the DQC Plan is approved and no construction until the CQC Plan is approved. The Contractor's plans must include the following:

a. The QC organization for this contract, including member resumes.

b. A letter from an officer of the company designating the QC Manager, Alternate QC Manager, DQC Manager, and their authority.

c. QC Manager and DQC Manager qualifications in resume format.

d. Names of the individuals, including their respective firm names, who will be serving as the DOR in their respective design discipline.

e. List of DFOW including list of design submittal packaging. DFOW is a task that is separate and distinct from other tasks and has control requirements and work crews unique to the task.

f. For the CQC Plan, a plan to implement the "Three Phases of Control" for each DFOW.

g. For the CQC Plan, a testing Plan, log and list of personnel and accredited laboratories that will perform tests. Construction materials testing laboratories must be accredited by a laboratory accreditation authority and will be required to submit a copy of the Certificate of Accreditation and Scope of Accreditation with the testing plan.

h. Submittal Register including design submittals, listing personnel who will review submittals and noting submittals for Contracting Officer review.

i. Procedures for submitting and reviewing design changes/ variations prior to submission to the Contracting Officer.

j. As part of the Contractor's DQC plan, a statement of Life Safety and

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Fire Protection Features Inspections and Testing must be prepared by the Fire Protection Designer of Record (DOR). Examples of life safety and fire protection features include, but are not limited to, water distribution systems including fire pumps and fire hydrants, fire resistive assemblies such as fire rated walls/partitions, through -penetration firestop systems, spray-applied fire proofing of structural components, fire alarm and detection systems, fire suppression and standpipe systems, means of egress components, emergency and exit lighting fixtures. The plan must include a listing of the individuals, approved agencies or firms that will be retained for conducting the required inspections and tests accompanied by a description of individual inspector's experience and a copy of all required certifications. Additional copies of this plan must be submitted to the NAVFAC Fire Protection Engineer and the Installation Fire Chief. This plan must include the following:

(1) Comprehensive list of systems, components or features to be inspected and tested.

(2) Description of performance verification testing activities for each system or component.

(3) Procedures and schedules for functional performance tests of all systems requiring functional testing.

k. For the DQC plan, submit a formal Communication Plan that indicates the frequency of design meetings and what information is covered in those meetings, key design decision points tied to the Network Analysis Schedule and how the DOR plans to include the Government in those decisions, peer review procedures, interdisciplinary coordination, design review procedures, comment resolution, etc.

The Communication Plan must emphasize key decisions and possible problems the Contractor and Government may encounter during the design phase of the project. Provide a plan to discuss design alternatives and design coordination with the stakeholders at the key decision points as they arise on the project. Identify individual stakeholders and suggested communication methods that will be employed to expedite and facilitate each anticipated critical decision. Communication methods may include: Concept Design Workshop, over-the-shoulder review meetings, presentation at client's office, lifecycle cost analysis presentation, technical phone conversation, and formal review meeting.

The design portion of the Communication Plan must be written by the DQC Manager and confirmed during the Post Award Kick off Partnering.

Update the Communication Plan at every Partnering meeting.

l. For the DQC Plan, procedures for insuring the design documents are submitted in accordance with FC 1-300-09N, Navy and Marine Corps Design Procedures and other procedures to ensure disciplines have been properly coordinated to eliminate conflicts.

m. For the DQC Plan, provide Quality Control Documentation procedures such as QC review sets and QC comments to demonstrate that cross checking of all engineering disciple's design drawings and specifications has taken place. The QC review documentation must exhibit a checking process of the design documents for completeness, accuracy, and constructability.

n. For the DQC Plan, a list of design subcontractors and the scope of the

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1.3.4 Special Inspections

Perform all required Special Inspections per Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, the Statement of Special Inspections and the Schedule of Special Inspections.

1.4 QC ORGANIZATION

Provide a QC Manager at the work site to implement and manage the QC program. The QC Manager must manage the QC organization and must report to an officer of the firm and must not be subordinate to the Project Superintendent or the Project Manager.

The QC Manager, Project Superintendent and Project Manager must work together effectively. Although the QC Manager is the primary individual responsible for quality control, all individuals must be held responsible for the quality of work on the job.

Designate an alternate for the QC Manager at the work site to serve in the event of the designated QC Manager's absence. The period of absence may not exceed two weeks at one time, and not more than 30 workdays during a calendar year. Only one Alternate QC Manager will be allowed per Task Order.

1.4.1 QC and Alternate QC Manager

QC and Alternate QC Manager qualifications:

a. Complete the course entitled "Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors" and maintain a current certificate. The QC Manager that does not have a current certification must obtain the CQM for Contractors course certification within 90 days of award. This course is periodically offered by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command and the Army Corps of Engineers. Contact the Contracting Officer for class schedule information.

b. Familiar with requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1 , and experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability.

c. Five years of combined experience as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Manager, Construction Manager or Project Engineer on similar size and type construction contracts which included the major trades that are part of this contract, and at least two years' experience as a QC Manager.

d. A graduate of a four year accredited college or university program in one of the following disciplines: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or Building Science.

QC and Alternate QC Manager responsibilities:

a. Participate in the Post Award Kick-off, Partnering, Preconstruction, Design Development, and Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meetings.

b. Implement the "Three Phase of Control" plan for each DFOW and notify the Contracting Officer at least 3 business days in advance of each

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Preparatory and Initial Phase meeting. Submit respective checklists to the Contracting Officer the next business day.

c. Ensure that no construction begins before the DOR has finalized the design for that segment of work, and construction submittals are approved as required.

d. Inspect all work and rework, using International Conference of Building Officials certified QC specialists as applicable, to ensure its compliance with contract requirements. Maintain a rework log.

e. Immediately stop any segment of work, which does not comply with the contract requirements and direct the removal and replacement of any defective work.

f. Remove any individual from the site who fails to perform their work in a skillful, safe and workmanlike manner or whose work does not comply with the contract plans and specifications.

g. Prepare daily QC Reports.

h. Provide daily photographic documentation to support the work reported in the Daily Reports. Maintain a file of CD/ DVD disks at the job site that assemble the photographs supporting the daily reports.

Organize the supporting photographs into searchable files organized by date and under each date organize the photographs in folders for each definable features of work. Indicate on the disk label and disk holder the date range of pictures contained on each disk. Provide a date stamp on each picture and title each picture with a description of location and viewed components. Provide .jpeg color photograph files that are 300 DPI - printable at 8 inch by 10 inch size.

Photograph construction related to existing work to be covered by contract modifications and required rework as follows;

(1) View of as-is conditions prior to modification / rework.

(2) View of as-is conditions with existing exterior enclosure and interior finishes removed before modification / new work begins.

(3) View of new / modified construction prior to being covered by exterior enclosure and interior finishes.

(4) View of completed new / modified construction.

i. Ensure that Contractor Production Reports are prepared daily.

j. Hold weekly QC meetings with the DQC Manager, Commissioning Authority, DOR (or representative), Superintendent and the Contracting Officer;

participation must be suitable for the phase of work. Distribute minutes of these meetings.

k. Ensure that design and construction submittals are reviewed and approved, as required by the contract, prior to allowing material on site and work to proceed with these items. Maintain a submittal register.

l. Update As-built drawings daily, maintaining up-to-date set on site.

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m. Maintain a testing plan and log. Ensure that all testing is performed in accordance with the contract. Review all test reports and notify the Contracting Officer of all deficiencies, along with a proposal for corrective action.

n. Maintain rework log on site, noting dates deficiency identified, and date corrected.

o. Certify and sign statement on each invoice that all work to be paid under the invoice has been completed in accordance with contract requirements.

p. Perform Punch-out and participate in Pre-final and Final acceptance Inspections. Submit list of deficiencies to the Contracting Officer for each inspection. Correct all deficiencies prior to the Final inspection. Notify Contracting Officer prior to final inspection to establish a schedule date acceptable by the Contracting Officer.

q. Ensure that all required keys, operation and maintenance manuals, warranty certificates, and the As-built drawings are correct and complete, in accordance with the contract, and submitted to the Contracting Officer.

r. Assure that all applicable tests, and observations required by the contract are performed.

s. Coordinate all factory and on-site testing, Testing Laboratory personnel, QC Specialists, and any other inspection and testing personnel required by this Contract.

t. Notify the Contracting Officer of any proposed changes to the QC plan.

u. Retain a copy of approved submittals at project site, including Contractor's copy of approved samples.

v. Update the Performance Assessment Plan as described in Section 01 31 19.05 20 CONCEPT DESIGN WORKSHOP (CDW) and discuss monthly at a QC meeting.

w. Coordinate training of Government maintenance personnel with the preparer of the Operation & Maintenance (O&M) documentation to assure training materials and training classes are accurate and provide instruction and documentation on critical elements of the products, materials, and systems in the constructed facility. Verify that the Government's operating personnel were trained.

x. Coordinate scheduled work with Special Inspections required by Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, the Statement of Special Inspections and the Schedule of Special Inspections. The QC manager is responsible for coordinating the Special Inspection activities, see paragraph QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER, in Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS.

y. Supervise all Special Inspectors required by the contract documents and the IBC.

z. Verify the qualifications of all of the Special Inspectors.

aa. Verify the qualifications of fabricators.

bb. Maintain a 3- ring binder for the Special Inspector's daily and

SECTION 01 45 00.05 20 Page 6 biweekly reports. This file must be located in a conspicuous place in the project trailer/office to allow review by the Contracting Officer and the DOR.

1.4.2 DQC Manager

The DQC Manager must be a member of the QC organization and must coordinate actions with the QC Manager.

DQC Manager qualifications:

a. A minimum of 5 years experience as a design Architect or Engineer on similar size and type designs / or design-build contracts. Provide education, experience, and management capabilities on similar size and type contracts.

b. Be a registered professional engineer or architect with an active registration. Provide proof of registration as part of the resume submittal package.

c. Complete the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) course entitled "Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors."

DQC Manager responsibilities:

a. Be responsible for the design integrity, professional design standards, and all design services required.

b. Be a member of the Designer of Record's (DOR) firm, but may not be the DOR or the person stamping and approving final construction drawings or approving submittals.

c. Be responsible for development of the design portion of the QC Plan, incorporation and maintenance of the approved Design Schedule, and the preparation of DQC Reports and minutes of all design meetings.

d. Participate in the Post Award Kick-Off, all design planning meetings, design presentations, partnering, and QC meetings.

e. Implement the DQC plan and must remain on staff involved with the project until completion of the project.

f. Be cognizant of and assure that all design documents on the project have been developed in accordance with the Contract.

g. Provide Design Quality Control Documentation (DQCD) which indicates design coordination of the engineering disciplines. Submit DQCD with the pre-final and final design submittals as required in Section

01 33 10.05 20, DESIGN SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.

h. Develop the submittal register. Coordinate with each DOR to determine what items need to be submitted, and who needs to approve.

i. Provide QC certification for design compliance.

j. Certify and sign statement on each invoice that all work to be paid to the DOR under the invoice has been completed in accordance with the

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k. Prepare weekly DQC Reports that document the work the design team accomplished that week.

1.4.3 Designer of Record (DOR) Qualifications

The DOR must be a registered design professional, retained by the prime contractor, responsible for the overall design and review of submittal documents prepared by others. The DOR is registered or licensed to practice their respective design profession as defined by the statutory requirements of the professional registration laws in the state in which the design professional works. The DOR cannot serve as the DQC.

1.4.4 QC Specialists

QC Specialists must assist and report to the QC Manager and may perform production related duties but must be allowed sufficient time to perform their assigned quality control duties. QC Specialists are required to attend the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, QC meetings and be physically present at the construction site to perform the three phases of control and prepare documentation for each definable feature of work in their area of responsibility at the frequency specified below.

1.4.4.1 CQC Geotechnical Specialist

Qualification/Experience in Area of Responsibility

Area of Responsibility Frequency

Civil Engineer or Geotechnical Engineer licensed and registered in the United States of America with at least 10 years of licensed and registered experience, of which at least 8 years will be in responsible charge in geotechnical engineering practice in karst geology and limestone and coralline deposits. Responsible charge is defined as being in direct control or having personal supervision of geotechnical engineering work.

1. Proof Rolling: Section

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2. Earthwork, excavation, filling and backfilling;

subgrade preparation;

pavement construction; and utility installation:

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EXCAVATION AND FILL.

1. Minimum one (1) site visit during proof rolling work.

2. Minimum of five (5) periodic site visits during earthwork, excavation, filling and backfilling;

subgrade preparation;

pavement construction; and utility installation.

The CQC Geotechnical Specialist must be in responsible charge of the Geotechnical Field Representative described below in Paragraph 1.5.4.4.1 Geotechnical Field Representative. The CQC Geotechnical Specialist is responsible for ensuring all earthwork-related work, including temporary construction slopes, permanent cut or fill slopes, excavations, filling and backfilling, foundation probing and grouting, subgrade preparation and

SECTION 01 45 00.05 20 Page 8 verification, and pavement construction are performed in accordance with approved work plans and project contract documents. The CQC Geotechnical Specialist is also responsible to certify inspections and test results for subgrades, compaction of fill and backfill and field density quality control testing. These certifications must state that the inspections, tests, and observations were performed by or under the direct supervision of the CQC Geotechnical Specialist and/or the Geotechnical Field Representative, and that the inspections and test results are representative of the materials or conditions being certified by the tests.

1.4.4.2 Geotechnical Field Representative

Qualification / Experience in Area of Responsibility

Area of Responsibility Frequency

University Degree in Civil Engineering with two (2) years of similar earthwork & soil testing experience, University Degree in Geology with two (2) years of similar earthwork & soil testing experience or four (4) years of similar earthwork & soil testing experience; or

Meets the requirements of Special Inspector or Associate Special Inspector in Section 01 45 35, Paragraph Verification of Site Soil Condition, Fill Placement and Load-Bearing Requirements.

1. Proof Rolling: Section

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AND FILL

2. Earthwork, excavation, filling and backfilling;

subgrade preparation;

pavement construction; and utility installation:

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EXCAVATION AND FILL.

1. Full-time

2. Minimum once a week.

The Geotechnical Field Representative is the onsite representative under the direct supervision of the CQC Geotechnical Specialist.

Submit Geotechnical Field Representative qualification and experience in a resume format for review and approval by the Contracting Officer or their representative.

1.4.4.3 Special Inspector

The Special Inspector (SI) must be an independent third party hired directly by the Prime Contractor. The SI must have not be a company employee of the Contractor or any Sub-Contractor performing the work to be inspected. The qualifications of the SI are defined in Section 01 45 35

SPECIAL INSPECTIONS.

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1.5 TESTING

1.5.1 Accreditation Requirements

Construction materials testing laboratories must be accredited by a laboratory accreditation authority and will be required to submit a copy of the Certificate of Accreditation and Scope of Accreditation. The laboratory's scope of accreditation must include the appropriate ASTM standards (E 329, C 1077, D 3666, D 3740, A 880, E 543) listed in the technical sections of the specifications. Laboratories engaged in Hazardous Materials Testing must meet the requirements of OSHA and EPA.

The policy applies to the specific laboratory performing the actual testing, not just the Corporate Office.

1.5.2 Laboratory Accreditation Authorities

Laboratory Accreditation Authorities include the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) administered by the National Institute of Standards and Technology at https://www.nist.gov/nvlap/about-nvlap , the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) program at http://aashtoresource.org/ , International Accreditation Services (IAS) at https://www.iasonline.org , U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Materials Testing Center (MTC) at https://mtc.erdc.dren.mil/ , the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) program at https://www.a2la.org/ , the Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) at https://www.wabo.org/ (Approval authority for WABO is limited to projects within Washington State), and the Washington Area Council of Engineering Laboratories (WACEL) at https://www.wacel.org/lab-accreditation-and-inspection-agency-audit-programs/laboratory-accreditation-program/ (Approval authority by WACEL is limited to projects within Facilities Engineering Command (FEC) Washington geographical area).

1.5.3 Capability Check

The Contracting Officer retains the right to check laboratory equipment in the proposed laboratory and the laboratory technician's testing procedures, techniques, and other items pertinent to testing, for compliance with the standards set forth in this Contract.

1.5.4 Test Results

Cite applicable Contract requirements, tests or analytical procedures used. Provide actual results and include a statement that the item tested or analyzed conforms or fails to conform to specified requirements. If the item fails to conform, notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

Conspicuously stamp the cover sheet for each report in large red letters "CONFORMS" or "DOES NOT CONFORM" to the specification requirements, whichever is applicable. Test results must be signed by a testing laboratory representative authorized to sign certified test reports.

Furnish the signed reports, certifications, and other documentation to the Contracting Officer via the QC Manager. Furnish a summary report of field tests at the end of each month, in accordance with paragraph INFORMATION

FOR THE CONTRACTING OFFICER.

1.5.5 Test Reports and Monthly Summary Report of Tests

Furnish the signed reports, certifications, and a summary report of field

SECTION 01 45 00.05 20 Page 10 tests at the end of each month to the Contracting Officer. Attach a copy of the summary report to the last daily Contractor Quality Control Report of each month. Provide a copy of the signed test reports and certifications to the preparer of the Operation & Maintenance (O&M) documentation.

1.6 THREE PHASES OF CONTROL

The Three Phases of Control must adequately cover both on-site and off-site work and must include the following for each DFOW.

1.6.1 Preparatory Phase

Notify the Contracting Officer at least two work days in advance of each preparatory phase meeting. The meeting must be conducted by the QC Manager and attended by the Project Superintendent, QC Specialists, and the foreman responsible for the DFOW.The Special Inspector must also attend if required by Special Inspections, as outlined in the Statement of Special Inspections and Schedule of Special Inspections. When the DFOW will be accomplished by a subcontractor, that subcontractor's foreman must attend the preparatory phase meeting. Document the results of the preparatory phase actions in the Preparatory Phase Checklist. Perform the following prior to beginning work on each DFOW:

a. Review each paragraph of the applicable specification sections;

b. Review the Contract drawings;

c. Verify that appropriate shop drawings and submittals for materials and equipment have been submitted and approved. Verify receipt of approved factory test results, when required;

d. Review the testing plan and ensure that provisions have been made to provide the required QC testing;

e. Review Special Inspections required by Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, the Statement of Special Inspections and the Schedule of Special Inspections.

f. Examine the work area to ensure that the required preliminary work has been completed;

g. Examine the required materials, equipment and sample work to ensure that they are on hand and conform to the approved shop drawings and submitted data;

h. Discuss the specific controls used in construction methods, construction tolerances, workmanship standards, and the approach that will be used to provide quality construction by planning ahead and identifying potential problems for each DFOW; and

i. Review the APP and appropriate Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) to ensure that applicable safety requirements are met, and that required Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are submitted.

1.6.2 Initial Phase

Notify the Contracting Officer at least two work days in advance of each initial phase. When construction crews are ready to start work on a DFOW, SECTION 01 45 00.05 20 Page 11 conduct the initial phase with the Project Superintendent, QC Specialists, and the foreman responsible for that DFOW. The Special Inspector must also attend if required by Special Inspections, as outlined in the Statement of Special Inspections and Schedule of Special Inspections.

Observe the initial segment of the DFOW to ensure that the work complies with Contract requirements. Document the results of the initial phase in the Initial Phase Checklist. Repeat the initial phase for each new crew to work on-site, or when acceptable levels of specified quality are not being met. Perform the following for each DFOW:

a. Establish the quality of workmanship required;

b. Resolve conflicts;

c. Ensure that testing is performed by the approved laboratory, and

d. Check work procedures for compliance with the APP and the appropriate AHA to ensure that applicable safety requirements are met.

e. Ensure manufacturer's representative has performed necessary inspections, if required.

f. Coordinate scheduled work with Special Inspections required by the Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, the Statement of Special Inspections and the Schedule of Special Inspections.

1.6.3 Follow-Up Phase

Perform the following for on-going work daily, or more frequently as necessary, until the completion of each DFOW and document in the daily CQC Report:

a. Ensure the work is in compliance with Contract requirements;

b. Maintain the quality of workmanship required;

c. Ensure that testing is performed by the approved laboratory; and

d. Ensure that rework items are being corrected.

e. Coordinate scheduled work with Special Inspections required by the Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, the Statement of Special Inspections and the Schedule of Special Inspections.

1.6.4 Additional Preparatory and Initial Phases

Additional preparatory and initial phases must be conducted on the same DFOW if the quality of on-going work is unacceptable, if there are changes in the applicable QC organization, if there are changes in the on-site production supervision or work crew, if work on a DFOW is resumed after substantial period of inactivity, or if other problems develop.

1.6.5 Notification of Three Phases of Control for Off-Site Work

Notify the Contracting Officer at least two weeks prior to the start of the preparatory and initial phases.

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1.7 COMPLETION INSPECTIONS

The Contractor must perform the necessary punch-out, pre-final, and final inspections, compile punch lists, and correct deficiencies.

1.7.1 Punch-Out Inspection

Near the completion of all work or any increment thereof, established by a completion time stated in the Contract Clause entitled "Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work," or stated elsewhere in the specifications, the QC Manager and the CA must conduct an inspection of the work and develop a "punch list" of items which do not conform to the approved drawings, specifications and Contract. Include in the punch list any remaining items on the "Rework Items List", which were not corrected prior to the Punch-Out Inspection. Include within the punch list the estimated date by which the deficiencies will be corrected. Provide a copy of the punch list to the Contracting Officer. The QC Manager, or staff, must make follow-on inspections to ascertain that all deficiencies have been corrected. Once this is accomplished, notify the Contracting Officer that the facility is ready for the Government "Pre-Final Inspection".

1.7.2 Pre-Final Inspection

The Government and QC Manager will perform this inspection to verify that the facility is complete and ready to be occupied. A Government "Pre-Final Punch List" will be documented by the QC Manager as a result of this inspection. The QC Manager will ensure that all items on this list are corrected prior to notifying the Government that a "Final" inspection with the Client can be scheduled. Any items noted on the "Pre-Final" inspection must be corrected in a timely manner and be accomplished before the contract completion date for the work or any particular increment thereof, if the project is divided into increments by separate completion dates.

1.7.3 Final Acceptance Inspection

Notify the Contracting Officer at least 14 calendar days prior to the date a final acceptance inspection can be held. State within the notice that all items previously identified on the pre-final punch list will be corrected and acceptable, along with any other unfinished Contract work, by the date of the final acceptance inspection. The Contractor must be represented by the QC Manager, the Project Superintendent, the CA, and others deemed necessary. Attendees for the Government will include the Contracting Officer, other FEAD/ROICC personnel, and personnel representing the Client. Failure of the Contractor to have all contract work acceptably complete for this inspection will because for the Contracting Officer to bill the Contractor for the Government's additional inspection cost in accordance with the Contract Clause entitled "Inspection of Construction."

1.8 DOCUMENTATION

Maintain current and complete records of on-site and off-site QC program operations and activities.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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Not used.

PART 3 EXECUTION

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1.8 DOCUMENTATION