OPTION CLIN 0002 1- 20-11-12 JLSS 17-0001 Specs 2-17-2021.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

AIR FORCE RESERVE COMMAND, 911TH AIRLIFT WING

CONSTRUCT LIQUID OXYGEN (LOX)

STORAGE FACILITY, JLSS 17-0001

Pittsburgh International Airport, ARS Moon Township, Pennsylvania

PHASE IV – FINAL DESIGN

prepared by:

Tusick & Associates Architects, Inc.

July 24 2020

Point of Contact: Mr. David Chase (412) 781-8896 info@tusickarchitects.com

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

011000 Summary 1-2

015719.13 Environmental Management 1-4

013100 Project Management and Coordination 1-4 013200 Construction Progress Documentation 1-3 013300 Submittal Procedures 1-5 014000 Quality Requirements 1-5 014100 Environmental Protection 1-7 014350 Environmental Improvements 1-3 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls 1-5

015719.13 Environmental Regulatory Requirements 1-3

016000 Product Requirements 1-6 017300 Execution 1-6 017329 Cutting and Patching 1-3 017700 Closeout Procedures 1-4 017823 Operation and Maintenance Data 1-4 017829 Project Record Documents 1-3

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS NOT USED

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

031000 Concrete Forming and Accessories 1-6 032000 Concrete Reinforcing 1-6 032200 Welded Wire Reinforcement 1-7 033000 Cast In Place Concrete 1-9 034213 Pre-Cast Concrete Products for Below Grade Construction 1-15

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

040100 Maintenance of Masonry 1-4 040513 Masonry Mortaring 1-4 042000 Unit Masonry 1-7 047200 Cast Stone Masonry 1-6

DIVISION 05 - METALS

051200 Structural Steel 1-5 054000 Cold-Formed Metal Framing 1-3 055000 Metal Fabrication 1-3

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES NOT USED

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

071916 Silane Water Repellants 1-2 072100 Building Insulation 1-5

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 17-0001

DIVISION 00 - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

As per US Army Corps of Engineers document index.

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DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION (continued) 072110 Mineral Wool Insulation 1-4 072119 Foamed-In-Place Insulation 1-4 076200 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim 1-11 074113 Metal Roof Panel, Standing Seam 1-8 074213 Metal Wall Panels 1-6 079200 Joint Sealants 1-4

081113 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 1-6 083300 Coiling Doors and Grilles 1-7 087100 Door Hardware 1-16

092216 Non-structural Metal Framing 1-4 092900 Gypsum Board 1-6 099120 Painting 1-16

101400 Signage 1-5 101453 Traffic Signage 1-7 104413 Fire Protection Cabinets 1-5 104416 Fire Extinguishers 1-4

DIVISIONS 11 - 21 : NOT USED NOT USED

220500 General Provisions and Common Work Resulting for Plumbin 1-24 220523 General - Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 1-5 220553 Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 1-4 221113 Facility Water Distribution Piping 1-8 221116 Domestic Water Piping 1-6 221119 Domestic Water Piping Specialties 1-4

DIVISION 23 - HVAC NOT USED

230500 Common Work Resuts for HVAC 1-11 230510 Basic Electrical Reqruiements for HVAC Equipment 1-5 230513 Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment 1-3

230548.13 Vibration Controls for HVAC Piping and Equipment 1-3 230593 Testing, Adjusting and Balancing for HVAC 1-10 233113 Metal Ducts 1-11 233300 Air Duct Accessories 1-8 233423 HVAC Power Ventilators 1-5 233713 Diffusers,Registers and Grilles 1-2 233733 Louvers 1-4 238126 Split System Air Conditioners 1-7

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260100 Basic Electrical Requirements 1-17 260519 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 1-6

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

DIVISION 08 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

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DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL (Continued) 260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 1-4 260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems 1-4 260533 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems 1-10 260544 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cablin 1-9 260553 Identification for Electrical Systems 1-4 260923 Lighting Controls 1-4 262200 Low Voltage Distribution Transformer 1-7 262416 Panelboards 1-7 262726 Wiring Devices 1-6 264113 Lightning Protection for Structures 1-4 265100 Interior Lighting 1-9 265600 Exterior Lighting 1-7

DIVISIONS 27 - 30 : NOT USED NOT USED

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK NOT USED

310000 Earthwork 1-16 313211 Soil Surface Erosion Control 1-11

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

320119 Field Molded Sealants for Sealing Joints in Rigid Pavements 1-6 321110 Drainage Layer 1-13 321116 Base Course for Rigid Paving 1-7 321123 Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course 1-10 321210 Bituminous Tack Coat 1-7 321216 Hot Mix Asphalt for Roads 1-19 321723 Pavement Markings 1-5 323140 High Security Fences and Gates 1-4 329219 Seeding 1-8

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES NOT USED

334000 Storm Drainage Utilities 1-20

DIVISION 34 - TRANSPORTATION

347113 Passive Vehicle Barriers 1-2

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SECTION 011000

SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Type of Contracts.

3. Work under other contracts.

4. Use of premises.

5. Owner's occupancy requirements.

6. Work restrictions.

7. Security measures.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Identification:

1. JLSS 17-0001, Construct Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Storage Facility

a. Building 5520

B. Owner: USAF 911th Airlift Wing

1. Contracting Officer: Ms. Claudette Baldt, Email: claudette.baldt.1@us.af.mil Voice: 412-474-8127

2. Owner’s Contact: Mr. Robert Barbish, Email: robert.barbish.1@us.af.mil Voice: 412-474-8094

C. Architect: Tusick & Associates Architects, Inc.; 123 3rd Street, Blawnox, PA 15238

1. Architect’s Contact: David Chase, dchase@tusickarchitects.com

2. Voice: 412-781-8896

D. The Work generally consists of the following:

1. JLSS 17-0001, LOX Storage Facility will be approximately 2,000 square feet and house two (2) 3,000 gallon liquid oxygen storage tanks. The facility will include one 8ft x 8ft room for personnel changing area, storage of personal protective equipment, and records. One small infrared heater will be located in the changing room for use during extremely cold weather. A telephone is required for emergency use. The existing temporary security fence will be demolished and must be replaced with a permanent fence with gates to permit access to the facility and to the adjacent flightline. The facility will include a subterranean stormwater management system which will tie into the existing base stormwater system and connect with the adjacent JLSS 17-0024 construction work.

1.3 TYPE OF CONTRACTS

A. Project will be constructed under a single General Construction Contract with lump sum bid.

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1.4 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

B. Concurrent Work: Owner may award separate contract(s) for construction operations at the premises. Those operations will be conducted simultaneously with work under this Contract and should not interfere with the construction operations at the Project site.

1. JLSS 17-0024, Support Equipment Parking Shelter will be approximately 1,600 square feet. This shelter will house eight (8) LOX carts, two (2) gaseous oxygen (GOX) carts, and Patient Therapeutic (PT) LOX Converter lockers and accompanying support equipment.

The parking area shall be 20 feet wide in front of the shelter to accommodate vehicle movement, safety margins, and equipment towing operations. The access roads will be single lane and may be asphalt where allowed by regulations. Project will include the addition of flightline roadway striping to facilitate access to the storage location, with stop signs and safety signs to keep traffic from stopping within the aircraft taxiway object free area. The facility will include a subterranean stormwater management system which will tie into the existing base stormwater system and connect with the adjacent JLSS 17-0001 construction work.

1.5 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of premises for construction operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits.

B. Use of Site: Limit use of premises to the Project site only, within the Contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of premises beyond the Project site.

C. Use of Existing Facilities: Use of existing parking area and ground outside the Project Site will not be permitted. Maintain existing roadways in good condition throughout construction period.

Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect adjacent buildings and their occupants during construction period.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be generally performed on site inside of business working hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekend work will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis with coordination from the building owner.

1. Weekend Hours: If requesting weekend access – work hours shall be negotiable.

2. Hours for Utility Shutdowns on Premises: only with strict coordination with Owner and prior approval.

a. Utilities on Project site may incur momentary shutdowns based on Contractors requirements. Alert staff beforehand to coordinate any shutdowns.

1.7 SECURITY MEASURES

A. Temporary Fence and Gate: Contractor shall provide a temporary chain-link fence and gate around the construction site. A drawing of the location of the fence and gate must be furnished to the Architect and Owner for approval prior to its installation.

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B. Haul Roads: Locations of haul roads and routes must be furnished to the Architect and Owner for approval prior to its installation.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

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SECTION – 013100

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Project meetings.

2. Requests for Interpretation (RFIs).

B. See Division 01 Section 017300 "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

1.3 COORDINATION

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.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for Owner and separate contractors if coordination of their

Work is required.

C. 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. Progress meetings.

6. Pre-installation conferences.

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7. Startup and adjustment of systems.

8. Project closeout activities.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. None.

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 date and time of each meeting. Notify Owner and Contracting Officer of scheduled meeting dates and times.

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

3. Minutes: Record significant discussions and agreements achieved. Distribute the meeting minutes to everyone concerned, including Owner and Contracting Officer, within three days of the meeting. The Contractor will be responsible to distribute information to all of his subcontractors and others involved.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Schedule a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to Owner and Contracting Officer, but no later than 15 days after execution of the Agreement. Hold the conference at Project site or another convenient location. Conduct the meeting to review responsibilities and personnel assignments.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of Owner, Contracting Officer, 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: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule

b. Phasing

c. Critical work sequencing and long-lead items

d. Designation of key personnel and their duties

e. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders

f. Procedures for RFls

g. Procedures for testing and inspecting

h. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment

i. Distribution of the Contract Documents

j. Submittal procedures

k. Preparation of Record Documents

l. Use of the premises

m. Work restrictions

n. Owner's occupancy requirements

o. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls

p. Construction waste management and recycling

q. Parking availability

r. Office, work, and storage areas

s. Equipment deliveries and priorities

t. First aid

u. Security

v. Progress cleaning

w. Working hours

3. Minutes: Contracting Officer will record and distribute meeting minutes

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C. Pre-installation Conferences: Conduct a pre-installation conference at Project site before each construction activity that requires coordination with other construction.

1. Attendees: Installer and representatives of manufacturers and fabricators involved in or affected by the installation and its coordination or integration with other materials and installations that have preceded or will follow, shall attend the meeting. Advise Contracting Officer of scheduled meeting dates.

2. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

3. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to parties who should have been present.

4. Do not proceed with installation if the conference cannot be successfully concluded.

Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of the Work and reconvene the conference at earliest feasible date.

D. Progress Meetings: Conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals. Coordinate dates of meetings with preparation of payment requests.

1. Attendees: In addition to representatives of Owner and Contracting Officer, 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 and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project.

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 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) Status of submittals

4) Deliveries

5) Off-site fabrication

6) Access

7) Site utilization

8) Temporary facilities and controls

9) Work hours

10) Hazards and risks

11) Progress cleaning

12) Quality and work standards

13) Status of correction of deficient items

14) Field Observations

15) RFIs

16) Status of proposal requests

17) Pending changes

18) Status of Change Orders

19) Pending claims and disputes

20) Documentation of information for payment requests

3. Minutes: Contracting Officer will record and distribute the meeting minutes.

4. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present. The Contractor is responsible to distribute to his subcontractors.

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1.6 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION (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 in the form specified.

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

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

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 Contracting Officer

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. Contracting Officer's Action: Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine action required, and return it. Allow seven working days for Contracting Officer's response for each RFI. RFls 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 Contracting Officer's actions on submittals

f. Incomplete RFis or RFis with numerous errors

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

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

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS – NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION – NOT USED

END OF SECTION 013100

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SECTION – 013200

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's Construction Schedule

2. Submittals Schedule

3. Daily construction reports

4. Field condition reports

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals Schedule: Submit three copies of schedule. Arrange the following information in a tabular format:

1. Scheduled date for first submittal.

2. Specification Section number and title.

3. Submittal category (action or informational).

4. Name of subcontractor.

5. Description of the Work covered.

6. Scheduled date for Contracting Officer's final release or approval.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit two opaque copies of initial schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

1. Submit an electronic copy of schedule by e-mail.

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate preparation and processing of schedules and reports with performance of construction activities and with scheduling and reporting of separate contractors.

B. Coordinate Contractor's Construction Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, Submittals Schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

1. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from parties involved.

2. Coordinate each construction activity in the network with other activities and schedule them in proper sequence.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTALS SCHEDULE

A. Preparation: Submit a schedule of submittals, arranged in chronological order by dates required by construction schedule. Include time required for review, resubmittal, ordering, manufacturing, fabrication, and delivery when establishing dates.

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1. Coordinate Submittals Schedule with list of subcontracts, the Schedule of Values, and Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Submit concurrently with the first complete submittal of Contractor’s Construction Schedule.

2.2 CONSTRACTOR’S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, GENERAL

A. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established for commencement of the Work to date of Substantial Completion.

1. Contract completion date shall not be changed by submission of a schedule that shows an early completion date, unless specifically authorized by Change Order.

B. Activities: Treat each story or separate area as a separate numbered activity for each principal clement of the Work. Comply with the following:

1. Activity Duration: Define activities so no activity is longer than 20 days, unless specifically allowed by Architect.

2. Procurement Activities: Include procurement process activities for the following long lead items and major items, requiring a cycle of more than 60 days, as separate activities in schedule. Procurement cycle activities include, but are not limited to, submittals, approvals, purchasing, fabrication, and delivery.

3. Submittal Review Time: Include review and resubmittal times indicated in Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" in schedule. Coordinate submittal review times in Contractor's Construction Schedule with Submittals Schedule.

4. Startup and Testing Time: Include not less than 14 days for startup and testing.

5. Substantial Completion: Indicate completion in advance of date established for

Substantial Completion, and allow time for Contracting Officer's administrative procedures necessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

2.3 CONTRACTOR’S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE (GANTT CHART)

A. Gantt-Chart Schedule: Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart-type, Contractor's Construction Schedule within 30 days of date established for commencement of the Work. Base schedule on the Preliminary Construction Schedule and whatever updating and feedback was received since the start of Project.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line.

1. For construction activities that require 3 months or longer to complete, indicate an estimated completion percentage in 10 percent (10%) increments within time bar.

2.4 REPORTS

A. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording the following information concerning events at Project site:

1. List of subcontractors at Project site.

2. Equipment at Project site.

3. Material deliveries.

4. High and low temperatures and general weather conditions.

5. Accidents.

6. Stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

7. Meter readings and similar recordings.

8. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction.

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9. Services connected and disconnected.

10. Equipment or system tests and startups.

B. Field Condition Reports: Immediately on discovery of a difference between field conditions and the Contract Documents, prepare and submit a detailed report. Include a detailed description of the differing conditions, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR’S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: At monthly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities. Issue schedule before each regularly scheduled progress meeting.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to Contracting Officer, Owner, HUD representative, separate contractors, testing and inspecting agencies, and other parties identified by Contractor with a need-to-know schedule responsibility.

END OF SECTION 013200

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SECTION – 013300

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

B. See Division 01 Section 013200 "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting schedules and reports, including Contractor's Construction Schedule.

C. See Division 01 Section 014000 “Quality Requirements” for submitting test and inspection reports.

D. See Division 01 Section 017700 “Closeout Procedures” for submitting warranties.

E. See Division 01 Section 017823 "Operation and Maintenance Data" for submitting operation and maintenance manuals.

F. See Division 01 Section 017829 "Project Record Documents" for submitting Record Drawings, Record Specifications, and Record Product Data.

G. See Division 01 Section 017900 "Demonstration and Training" for submitting videotapes of demonstration of equipment and training of Owner's personnel.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Contracting Officer's responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Contracting Officer's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Format: Submittals will be transmitted to the Contracting Officer per Owner’s requirements, including but not limited to secure digital/electronic format.

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

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

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

a. Contracting Officer reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

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C. Submittals Schedule: Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section 013200 "Construction Progress Documentation" for list of submittals and time requirements for scheduled performance of related construction activities.

D. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Contracting Officer will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each resubmittal.

E. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.

2. Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches on label or beside title block to record

Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Contracting Officer.

F. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise specifically identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

G. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless Contracting Officer observes non-compliance with provisions in the Contract Documents, the initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

H. Transmittal: Package each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling.

Transmit each submittal using a transmittal form. Contracting Officer will return submittals, without review, received from sources other than Contractor.

I. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

J. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating, "No Exceptions Taken” or “Make Corrections Noted" taken by Contracting Officer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

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

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data arc not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options arc applicable.

3. Number of Copies: Submit one (1) electronic copy to the Contracting Officer. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

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C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Number of Copies: Submit one(1) electronic copy of each submittal. Contracting Officer will return one copy.

D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

E. Product Schedule or List: As required in individual Specification Sections, prepare a written summary indicating types of products required for the Work and their intended location.

F. Submittals Schedule: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section 013200 "Construction Progress Documentation.”

G. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who arc to furnish products or equipment fabricated to a special design. Use AIA document G805.

1. Number of Copies: Submit one (1) electronic copy of subcontractor list, unless otherwise indicated.

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit one (1) electronic copy of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. Contracting Officer will return electronic copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements.”

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section 013200 "Construction Progress Documentation.”

C. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, names and addresses of Contracting Officers and owners, and other information specified.

D. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

E. Installer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

F. Manufacturer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

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G. Product Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

H. Material Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

I. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

J. Product Test Reports: Prepare written reports indicating current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

K. Research/Evaluation Reports: Prepare written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project.

L. Preconstruction Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

M. Compatibility Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

N. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

O. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation and normal maintenance of products and equipment. Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data.”

P. Design Data: Prepare written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations. Include list of assumptions and other performance and design criteria and a summary of loads. Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations. Include page numbers.

Q. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number of manufacturer.

R. Manufacturer's Field Reports: Prepare written information documenting factory-authorized service representative's tests and inspections. Include the following, as applicable:

1. Statement on condition of substrates and their acceptability for installation of product.

2. Summary of installation procedures being followed, whether they comply with requirements and, if not, what corrective action was taken.

3. Results of operational and other tests and a statement of whether observed performance complies with requirements.

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S. Insurance Certificates and Bonds: Prepare written information indicating current status of insurance or bonding coverage. Include name of entity covered by insurance or bond, limits of coverage, amounts of deductibles, if any, and term of the coverage.

2.3 DELEGATED DESIGN

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional arc specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are not sufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to Contracting Officer.

B. Delegated-Design Submittal: In addition to Shop Drawings, Product Data, and other required submittals, submit three (3) copies of a statement, signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional.

1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the

Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

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 Contracting Officer.

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 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S ACTION

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

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

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

D. Partial submittals are not acceptable, will be considered non-responsive, and will be returned without review.

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

END OF SECTION 013300

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SECTION – 014000

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

B. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

1. Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's other quality-assurance and control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

2. Requirements for Contractor to provide quality assurance and control services required by Contracting Officer, Owner, or authorities having jurisdiction are not limited by provisions of this Section.

C. See Divisions 02 through 34 Sections for specific test and inspection requirements.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality-Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and during execution of the Work to guard against defects and deficiencies and substantiate that proposed construction will comply with requirements.

B. Quality-Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the Work to evaluate that actual products incorporated into the Work and completed construction comply with requirements. Services do not include contract enforcement activities performed by Contracting Officer.

C. Preconstruction Testing: Tests and inspections that arc performed specifically for the Project before products and materials arc incorporated into the Work to verify performance or compliance with specified criteria.

D. Product Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed by an NRTL, an NVLAP, or a testing agency qualified to conduct product testing and acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, to establish product performance and compliance with industry standards.

E. Source Quality-Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed at the source, i.e., plant, mill, factory, or shop.

F. Field Quality-Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed on-site for installation of the Work and for completed Work.

G. Testing Agency: An entity engaged to perform specific tests, inspections, or both. Testing laboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

Section 014000 – Quality Requirements

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H. Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as an employee, Subcontractor, or Sub-subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation, including installation, erection, application, and similar operations.

1. Using a term such as "carpentry" does not imply that certain construction activities must be performed by accredited or unionized individuals of a corresponding generic name, such as "carpenter." It also does not imply that requirements specified apply exclusively to tradespeople of the corresponding generic name.

I. Experienced: When used with an entity, "experienced" means having successfully completed a minimum of five previous projects similar in size and scope to this Project; being familiar with special requirements indicated; and having complied with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.3 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

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

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

To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values arc minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to Contracting Officer for a decision before proceeding.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For testing agencies specified in "Quality Assurance" Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include proof of qualifications in the form of a recent report on the inspection of the testing agency by a recognized authority.

B. Reports: Prepare and submit certified written reports that include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making tests and inspections.

6. Description of the Work and test and inspection method.

7. Identification of product and Specification Section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Record of temperature and weather conditions at time of sample taking and testing and inspecting.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting and reinspecting.

C. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For Owner's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. General: Qualifications paragraphs in this Article establish the minimum qualification levels required; individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

B. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construct ion with a record of successful in-service performance.

C. Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing products or systems similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

D. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

E. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional engineer who is legally qualified to practice in jurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing engineering services of the kind indicated. Engineering services arc defined as those performed for installations of the system, assembly, or product that arc similar to those indicated for this Project in material, design, and extent.

F. Testing Agency Qualifications: An NRTL, an NVLAP, or an independent agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented according to ASTM E 548; and with additional qualifications specified in individual Sections;

and where required by authorities having jurisdiction, that is acceptable to authorities.

G. Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

1.6 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Owner Responsibilities: Where quality-control services arc indicated as Owner's responsibility, Owner will engage a qualified testing agency to perform these services.

1. Owner will furnish Contractor with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of testing agencies engaged and a description of types of testing and inspecting they are engaged to perform.

2. Costs for retesting and re-inspecting construction that replaces or is necessitated by work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents will be charged to Contractor, and the Contract Sum will be adjusted by Change Order.

B. Tests and inspections not explicitly assigned to Owner are Contractor's responsibility. Unless otherwise indicated, provide quality-control services specified and those required by authorities having jurisdiction. Perform quality-control services required of Contractor by authorities having jurisdiction, whether specified or not.

1. Where services arc indicated as Contractor's responsibility, engage a qualified testing agency to perform these quality-control services.

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a. Contractor shall not employ same entity engaged by Owner, unless agreed to in writing by Owner.

2. Notify testing agencies at least 24 hours in advance of time when Work that requires testing or inspecting will be performed.

3. Where quality-control services arc indicated as Contractor's responsibility, submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-control service.

4.