P-008-222-010 specification.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

PROJECT MANUAL

FOR

DISCOVERY CENTER EXTERIOR RENOVATION

DEEP CREEK STATE PARK

898 STATE PARK ROAD

SWANTON, MD 21561

FOR THE

STATE OF MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

PROJECT NO. P-008-222-010

February 2, 2023

Project Cost Classification “B”

CONTRACT DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL

Minority Business Enterprises are Encouraged To Respond to this Solicitation

STATE OF MARYLAND

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION DIVISION

TAWES STATE OFFICE BUILDING

580 TAYLOR AVENUE, #D-3

ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401

Department of General Services Board of Public Works Atif Chaudhry, Secretary Wes Moore, Governor 301 West Preston Street Brooke Lierman, Comptroller Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Dereck E. Davis, Treasurer

DIVISION 0 - PROCUREMENT & CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

- Notice To Bidders - Solicitation Fact Sheet (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- Instructions to Bidders for Construction Projects (July 1, 2022) (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- General Conditions for Construction Contracts (July 1, 2022) (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- Bid Proposal Affidavit (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- Payment of Employee Health Care Expenses Certification (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- Contractors Questionnaire

- Bid Bond, if applicable (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- Minority Business Enterprise Utilization Procedures (February 5, 2021) (eMaryland Marketplace

Advantage attachment)

- MBE Attachment D-1A Forms (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- List of Prevailing Wage Rates, if applicable

- Addenda, if any (eMaryland Marketplace Advantage attachment)

- List of Drawings

- Pre-Bid Conference/Site Visit – Refer to: State Finance and Procurement Article §14-

302(a)(7)(v) and COMAR 21.11.03.09.C.(2)(e).

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

Section Title

I Detailed Specifications

II Alternates and/or Unit Prices (where applicable)

Unit Price #1- Remove and replace roof sheathing

Unit Price #2- Cedar siding replacement

Unit Price #3- Cedar 1” x 4” window and trim replacement

Unit Price #4- Cedar 1 xs replacement, dormers and fascia

Allowances:

Allowance #1- Repair natural cut stone $1,500.00

Special qualification: All electrical work shall be performed by a licensed Maryland electrician. Independent third-party electrical inspections are required.

DRAWINGS/ ATTACHMENTS

Section Title

III Drawings (N/A)

Vicinity Map- (N/A)

Attachment #1- South Elevation

Attachment #2- North Elevation

Attachment #3- West Elevation

IV. Detailed Specifications

A. SCOPE

1. This project consists of the Contractor providing all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, insurance, etc. necessary to renovate the exterior of the Discovery Center at

Deep Creek Lake State Park, 898 State Park Rd., Swanton, Maryland 21561, Garrett

County.

2. The proposed project shall include but is not limited to the following:

a. Remove and replace approximately 6600 S.F. of roofing shingles and roof felt underlayment down to the existing roof sheeting. Inspect all roof sheathing and replace deteriorated sheathing under Unit Price #1.

b. Remove and replace, approximately 500 S.F. of damaged cedar siding on west side of building.

c. Remove and replace approximately 220 L.F. of deteriorated 1x4`s cedar trim around the windows and doors where needed and replace under Unit Price # 3.

d. Remove and replace approximately 200 S.F. cedar siding as needed due to damage, splitting and deterioration under Unit Price # 2.

e. Prep and stain approximately 4600 S.F. of existing cedar siding and approximately 3800 S.F. of treated decking.

f. Repair approximately twenty-four (24) damaged deck support post and install copper caps on approximately sixty (60) deck posts.

g. Remove and replace six (6) total double hung units; (4) single double hung units, and (2) mulled, double hung units, to include screens and trim interior.

h. Remove five (5) 6’x7’ double French doors and replace with Custom Built

Store Front Doors.

i. Remove and install three (3 double) push button ADA compliant automatic door openers.

j. Remove twelve (12) existing exterior speakers.

k. Paint all existing exterior windows and doors that are not being replaced.

Remove and replace deteriorated and damaged cedar 1xs, around the dormer windows and fascia boards on overhangs and install new under Unit price # 4.

l. Salvage and re-install existing copper gutters, hangers, down spouts and roof and gutter heat tapes.

m. Seal around all exterior windows and doors and install new screens in all vents.

n. Power wash stone veneer and concrete cap at exterior of elevator shaft and seal.

o. Replace missing natural cut stone. Allowance #1

p. Remove approximately 900 S.F. of stamped bituminous concrete under deck area, on west side of building. Install concrete where bituminous concrete was removed.

q. Install approximately 23 new LED exterior wall packs, LED Canopy and LED

Spotlights.

r. Proper removal and disposal of all debris generated from this project with site clean-up to return work area to a preconstruction condition.

NOTE: All quantities and sizes listed above are approximate. The Contractor shall be responsible to obtain his or her own measurements for the project and bidding purposes.

3. Unit Prices:

a. Unit Prices: #1 The removal and replacement of deteriorated/damaged plywood roof

Sheathing.

b. Unit Price # 2 The removal and replacement of deteriorated/damaged Cedar Siding

1”x 8”.

c. Unit Price#3 The removal and replacement of deteriorated /damaged 1”x4” Cedar

Trim Boards, Around Windows and Doors.

d. Unit Price #4 The removal and replacement of “Cedar Trim and Fascia Boards

Around the Dormer Windows and Overhangs 1”x10” `s.”

NOTE: Unit Prices and allowances will be used to increase/decrease the final contract price based on actual quantities installed.

B. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONTRACTOR:

1. The Contractor shall be licensed in the State of Maryland as a General Contractor and in accordance with COMAR regulations to perform work associated with this contract.

2. The Contractor shall have a minimum of three (3) years of experience performing construction work of a similar nature.

3. Upon request, the Contractor shall submit a list of similar projects that have been successfully completed.

4. All electrical work shall be performed by a licensed State of Maryland contractor.

C. STANDARDS AND CODES:

1. All work shall be performed in a first-class workmanship manner in accordance with standards of the trade.

2. The Contractor shall comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health

Administration) and MOSHA (Maryland Occupational Safety and Health

Administration) regulations regarding construction safety and health standards throughout the duration of this project.

3. All work shall be performed in accordance with all current applicable code requirements and standards as defined by the Maryland Code Administration

“Maryland Building Performance Standards” (MBPS), International Building

Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) which includes but is not limited to the following:

International Plumbing Code (IPC)

International Mechanical Code (IMC)

National Electric Code (NEC)

International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

Maryland Accessibility Code (MAC)

National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA) and any local amendments or modifications to the Standards made by the local jurisdiction which may be applicable to the work.

D. SITE VISIT:

1. All prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the job site and familiarize himself/herself with the conditions under which the work will be performed. No allowance will be made for errors on the Contractor’s part for failure to consider any conditions or circumstances existing at the site, which might affect the specified work.

2. Notify the Manager at Deep Creek State Park by calling (301) 387-7067 prior to any site visit other than the pre bid meeting.

E. SCHEDULE OF WORK:

1. Work shall be scheduled through and approved by the Project Manager, the DGS

Inspector, and the DGS Project Manager. The contractor shall perform all work

Monday through Friday during the normal hours of 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, unless approved by the Project Manager and Facility Manager in writing.

2. The contractor shall notify the Project Engineer, the DGS Inspector, and the DGS

Project Manager seven (7) days prior to the start of work. Contractor shall coordinate with the Project Engineer, the DGS Inspector, and the DGS Project

Manager the date of preconstruction conference, the work, and any closures required.

3. The contract shall be for a duration of (180) calendar days.

4. Use of the premises by the Contractor is to be limited to specified work areas and approved storage areas.

F. MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES:

1. General:

a. All materials shall be as specified or approved equal by the DNR Project

Engineer. In the event the Contractor chooses to substitute materials other than those specified, the Contractor shall submit to the DNR Project Engineer all pertinent data to determine the or-equal status.

b. The Contractor shall be responsible for the coordination, off-loading, and proper storage of all materials and supplies up until the time of final inspection.

c. Materials shall be stored in a safe area, out of the way of traffic. Storage site location shall be approved by the Park Manager prior to the storage of any materials on site. All materials and supplies shall be stored up off the ground surface and protected from weather with a waterproof covering. Any special storage instruction required by the material manufacturer shall be performed by the Contractor as if specified herein.

d. All materials are subject to the inspection and approval of the DNR Project

Engineer and DGS Inspector.

e. Any materials and supplies not specifically mentioned but are reasonably implied for the complete, safe, and satisfactory completion of the project shall be provided by the Contractor as if specified herein.

2. Specifics: Roofing Material:

a. Roof Sheathing shall be plywood and the thickness shall match existing roof sheathing. Nails shall be 8d coated sinkers or 2 3/8” pneumatic or approved equal.

b. Drip edge shall be aluminum, a minimum of 3” wide, brown in color, or approved equal.

c. Underlayment shall be Owens Corning Deck Defense and Owens Corning ice and water guard or approved equal. Fasteners for installation shall be 1¼” plastic cap nails, hand drive or Pneumatic Cap are permitted for use.

d. Roof shingles shall be 50-year Owens Corning Duration architectural roofing shingles or approved equal. Color of shingles to be Driftwood.

e. Step flashing and counter flashing, associated with the elevator shaft will be a minimum thickness of .019, size as recommended by the shingle manufacturer.

Color of Flashing to be Brown to match the drip edge.

f. Counter Flashing shall be 16 oz. Copper, custom bent.

g. Vented ridge shall be Owens Corning Vent Sure, roll vent, and Ridge Cap

Shingles shall be ProEdge. Cap Shingles will be hand nailed using 2” roofing nails with at least 3/8” heads. Install as per manufactures specifications.

Color shall match roof shingles.

3. Specifics: Cedar Siding, Trim, Deck Posts,

a. Siding shall be #1 grade Natural cedar lap siding, taper sawn clear 1”x8”.

Fasteners to be 2” hand drive approved cedar siding nails.

b. Trim Boards shall be new natural #1 grade, 1”x4” cedar boards. All nails used to fasten cedar boards shall be 10d ring shank nails. Unit Price #3

NOTE: All Siding and Trim Nails Shall be Galvanized.

c. Aluminum drip cap z flashing shall be painted .011” rust resistant or approved equal.

d. Dormer window and Fascia Boards shall be new natural #1 grade cedar

1”x10”. Size to match existing cedar boards. Unit Price #4

e. Interior trim shall be #2 or better,1x`s to match existing.

f. Perma- Chinks products or approved equal, shall be used to repair deck posts.

Borates shall be used to stop the decaying, Perma Chinks M Bom, shall be used for better adhesion and Perma Chinks E-Putty shall be used as a filler

4. Specifics: Paint, Stain, Finishes, Sealers:

a. Deck Boards and Deck Post Stain shall be Sherwin Williams, Super Deck, Semi-Solid. Color to be, (Bamboo; SW3565SS).

b. Siding and Roof Overhang stain shall be Sherwin Williams, Wood Scapes.

Color to be (Driftwood; SW3027)

c. Window and door paint shall be Sherwin Williams, Duration. Color of paint shall be SW Fine Wine #6307.

d. Sealer around windows and doors shall be Temco Dymonic paintable sealer or approved equal.

e. Stone Shield Penetrating Sealer shall be used to seal the stone at the elevator shaft or approved equal.

f. Euclid Super Diamond Solvent Sealer shall be used to seal the concrete cap at the top of the elevator shaft and the newly installed concrete or approved equal.

g. Interior stain shall be Sherwin Williams to match existing stain as close as possible. Polyurethane to match sheen of existing as close as possible.

5. Specifics: Doors, Windows, and Vent Screens:

a. Doors, Frames and Hardware:

i. Exterior doors shall be Tube Lite, ADA compliant 1 3/4” thick, out swing commercial aluminum store fronts, full view, 1” clear low -E tempered glass, with standard butt hinges with proper locking devices, medium duty stile, ADA compliant 10” bottom rail, threshold, astragal, and removable mullions or approved equal. Frame thickness shall be 2” thick and thermally broken. Color of doors shall be Bronze.

ii. Interior Closure shall be (Hager 5200 Series Grade #1) heavy duty closures, with compatible accessories or approved equal.

iii. Interior Exit devices shall be (Hager) 4500 Series Grade #1 rim panic hardware. (Push Bar) shall be fire rated with a US26D (satin chrome finish) or approved equal.

iv. Standard aluminum pulls shall be used, (finish of pulls shall be bronze). Exterior shall be 45CE Cylinder Escutcheon with a function -

08-key locks, equipped with a Mortise cylinder 3902 or approved equal. Finish shall be a (bronze). Locks shall be keyed to match the parks keys.

v. All other hardware’s shall be manufactured by Hager or approved equal.

b. Windows shall be Lifestyle, Pella Aluminum Clad, double hung with vertical grids and full screens. Interior wood finish shall be pine. Windows shall match the existing window sizes that are being removed.

c. ADA compliant commercial automatic entrance door openers shall be Norton or approved equal. Hard wired, battery back-up operated openers. They will be black in finish, with the following features, non-handed push or pull ready, Self-Tuning & Learning, Very Quiet, Reverse on Obstruction, Spring or

Power Close, Stays Open Up to 30 Seconds, Right or Left-handed Opening

Operation. The Push Button openers will be Battery Operated. (Brand to be, Norton or approved equal.)

d. Screens for all vents shall be the same thickness and material that the existing vents are made of.

6. Specifics: Masonry and Concrete:

a. Natural Cut Dry Stack Stone shall match existing stone as close as possible.

Mortar shall be type S, and sand shall be mortar sand.

b. Concrete shall be SHA approved 4000 psi mix with fiber.

c. Reinforcing wire to be #10-gauge ,6”x6”, 5’ x10’ s sheets.

d. Saturated Fiber expansion joint ,1/2” thick or approved equal shall be used as the expansion.

e. Expansion joint polyurethane self-leveling sealant shall be Quick rete

(#8660) or approved equal.

f. Sub-base under the concrete shall be SHA approved #57 stone.

7. Specifics: Exterior Lighting:

a. All wall packs shall be 60 watts or at least 7000 lumens, color temperature

4000 to 5000 Kelvin, with built in photocell. Color of housing shall be

Bronze. Model # PTL-11923 or approved equal.

b. Canopy lights, under deck, shall be 100-watt LED, at least 10,000 Lumens and 5000k Bright white. Color of housing to be Bronze. Model # PTL 11931 or approved equal. Lights shall be hooked to a single photocell as per manufactures specifications.

c. Mini Flood lights shall be at least 25 watts, a minimum of 3400 Lumens and

5000 Kelvin, shall be hooked together to a single photocell as per manufactures specifications. Color of housing to be Bronze. Model #PLTS-

12251 or approved equal.

Note: All lighting shall be Phillips Brand or approved equal.

8. Specifics: Copper Deck Post Caps:

a. Deck post caps shall be as manufactured by Old World Distributers or approved equal. Caps shall be made of copper, have sloped top and a 2 ½” belted lip at the bottom with a thickness of .021. Fasteners to be supplied by the cap manufacturer. Installation as per manufactures specifications.

9. Specifics: Topsoil, Seeding and Mulching:

a. Topsoil shall be screened, clean of any rocks or debris.

b. Seeding shall be a mixture of 10% annual Rye, 45% Perennial Rye, 45% Red

Fescue.

c. Mulch shall be Wheat or Rye Straw, free of Noxious weeds, seeds, etc.

G. METHOD OF WORK:

1. General:

a. All work shall be as shown on the attachments and as called for in these written specifications.

b. The Contractor shall coordinate all work with the various trades and material suppliers in order to complete the project expeditiously within the time limits of the contract.

c. All work shall be performed in the best and most professional manner possible by mechanics skilled in their respective trades.

d. All work shall be performed to minimize disruption to Facility Operations. It is understood that the Contractor shall maintain accessibility to the existing house at all times.

e. The Contractor shall provide and install adequate barricades, signs, etc., necessary to insure public safety as approved by the Facility Manager.

f. The Contractor shall adhere to OSHA-MOSHA regulations throughout the project to ensure the safety of his/her employees, state employees, and the public.

g. The Contractor shall maintain the work site in a safe, neat, and orderly manner throughout the entire project. The Contractor shall take steps to prevent the accumulation of debris at the job site.

h. The contractor shall provide and maintain tarps for ground cover throughout the duration of the demolition of the project.

i. Any work that has not been specifically mentioned but is reasonably implied and is necessary for the safe and satisfactory completion of the project, shall be performed by the contractor as if specified herein.

2. Specific: Roof Installation:

a. The Contractor shall salvage for reuse the existing copper gutter, hangers, and roof heat tape. The contractor shall remove roof shingles, felt underlayment, carefully loosen flashing, drip edge, etc. down to the existing bare sheathing.

Sweep the roof deck (sheathing) free of debris, all existing loose nails shall be removed. Properly prepare the surface in accordance with the shingle manufacturer’s written instruction. Re-nail loose sheathing as necessary to ensure a sound, flat surface. Inspect existing fascia boards for damage/deterioration. Any fascia boards needing replaced, shall be replaced with the same size, both in thickness, length, and width. Per Unit Price # 4.

Note: The building shall be left in a dried in condition at the end of every workday.

b. The Contractor shall inspect the existing roof decks (sheathing) for signs of deterioration. Any deteriorated/damaged areas shall be brought to the attention of the Project Engineer and DGS inspector. These areas will be replaced as

Unit Price #1. The Contractor shall ensure that the replacement sheathing is flush with the adjacent surfaces.

c. Once the roof deck has been properly prepared / replaced, drip edge shall be installed on all applicable roof lines, eaves, and gables. Ice and water guard shall be installed in all the valleys, (6’) up on all sidewalls, (18”) wide on all the gable overhangs, and (3’) on all sides of the elevator shaft. All other areas of the entire roof deck shall receive underlayment.

d. The Contractor shall use manufacturer recommended starter strip shingles under the first course of shingles. All shingles shall be installed per manufacturer specifications to keep warranty valid. Shingles, including starters, shall be cut to achieve the manufacturer recommended pattern. Ensure that the manufacturer recommended nailing pattern is used, so that nail heads are not exposed. Hand nailing and pneumatic nailing will be permitted for installation.

NOTE: NO STAPLES SHALL BE PERMITTED

e. Re use existing aluminum step flashing and counter flashing around the elevator shaft. If the existing flashing is damaged during removal of shingles, flashing will have to be custom bent and installed to match existing in the same manor. Seal all flashing with Tremco Dymonic Fc Sealer or equal, color to match the flashing.

f. Copper counterflashing shall be installed around the Elevator Shaft. Saw cut a groove in the stone ¼” wide and a minimum of ¾” deep, (in CMU behind stone veneer) on two (2) sides (east & north), on the (west & south) side, split faced block will have the groove cut in. This cut shall be in a straight line two

(2”) above the highest point of the counter flashing on the west and east sides.

Counter flashing shall be custom bent to fit groove and extend down to the top of the roof shingles. Sealant shall be used where shingles meet the counter flashing and where the flashing is inserted in the saw cut. All counter flashing top corners shall meet at the same height when finished. South and North side top corners of copper counter flashing shall align with the east and west.

Counter flashing shall be anchored to the stone or split faced CMU blocks 3” up from where the shingles meets the counter flashing, using Tap-cons, the heads of the tap-cons shall be painted to match the copper flashing.

NOTE: The proposed elevator shaft flashing is very critical. Shop drawings will be reviewed and must be submitted and approved by the

Project Engineer and DGS inspector.

g. Install Roll Vent and Cap Shingles, with cap shingles being hand nailed as per manufactures specifications including overlap of cap shingles.

h. Re-install existing roof heat tape to the same configuration that they were removed. NOTE: Pictures and measurements are recommended before removal to verify re-installation.

3. Specific: Cedar Siding Installation:

a. Inspect all cedar siding for damage, excessive cracks, or deterioration. If amounts are identified, notify the DNR Project Engineers and DGS Inspector.

Removal and replacement shall be covered under Unit Price # 2.

b. Install new cedar siding where twelve (12) speakers were removed, keep the reveal the same as the existing six (6”) installed horizontally, fastened with galvanized, 2” nails. Also, where cedar siding splices come together vertically, install a piece of 30# felt 3” wide x 8” high, divided equal, to prevent water from infiltrating into the building.

c. Install new cedar 1”x4” around windows, doors, and 1”x10” around the dormer windows, with aluminum drip caps where they were removed and seal.

d. Salvage existing copper gutters, hangers, and down spouts to expose fascia boards for examination of damage/ deterioration. Any damaged /deteriorating fascia boards shall be replaced as to the size being removed both in thickness, length, and width.

NOTE: Any fascia boards requiring replacement, shall be done before the new drip edge is installed.

e. Remove and replace approximately 500 S.F. of cedar siding on the southwest side of the building, Re-install to replicate existing.

4. Specifics: Stone at Elevator Shaft, Concrete Cap, Cut Stone:

a. Power wash and seal stone around elevator shaft (2) coats. Let stone dry after power washing and in between coats.

b. Power wash and seal concrete pad atop the elevator shaft (2) coats. Let concrete dry after power washing and in between coats.

c. Remove and replace cut stone where damaged or missing. Use a one (1) part type S mortar and a two (2) part sand mixture to refasten loose or missing stone at the direction of the DNR project manager or the DGS inspector.

Allowance # 1.

5. Specifics: Deck and Siding Prep and Siding Staining:

a. Repair deck posts by removing all rotten wood.

NOTE: Perma-Chinks Methods, Materials and sequences must be followed.

b. Power wash all Deck posts, top of decks and the underside of the decks on the west and north sides, and the top and underside of the steps, and the step hand railing. Install (2) coats of Sherwin Williams Super Deck stain as per manufactures recommendations.

c. Scrape and power wash all exterior cedar siding that was not replaced. Install two (2) coats of Sherwin Williams to all siding. (New and Existing)

d. Scrape and power wash all overhangs and replace damaged cedar fascia boards and Install (2) coats of Sherwin Williams Stain (Fascia boards shall be

Replaced under Unit Price #4).

NOTE: All staining shall be applied with a brush.

NOTE: Existing Copper Gutter and Downspouts shall be Re-installed after

Fascia has been replaced and stained.

NOTE: Pressure on power washer shall be adjusted so it doesn’t damage the cedar siding, overhangs and fascia boards when being prepped.

6. Specifics: Window, Door, and Vent Screen Installation.

a. Properly prepare door framing in preparation for the installation of (5) 6’x7’double store front doors with all specified required hardware and keyed locks. Doors to be

ADA compliant and installed as per manufactures specifications. Thoroughly seal

/insulate between the door frame and building framing to prevent air and water filtration. Locks shall be keyed to match the existing parks keys by a certified lock smith.

b. Install (3) double ADA compliant commercial automatic openers, with battery back-up and battery-operated push-button activators. Openers to be installed as per manufactures specifications.

c. Install windows in (6) locations. Windows will be Pella Double hung series replacements. On the exterior, where the window nailing flange meets the window opening, 100% silicone will be installed around the perimeter, before the window is set in place. After the window is fastened in the opening, Tite seal, rubberized asphalt adhesive roll flashing will be installed around the perimeter of all windows replaced. Windows to be installed as per manufactures specifications to maintain the warranty. Install new properly sized window screens per manufacturer spec.

d. Install interior window extension jambs and (1xs) casing trim and finish, both windows and casings, are to be equal to the existing as close as possible. A sample of Stain/ Finish shall be provided to the DNR Project Engineer and the DGS

Inspector for the final approval before being applied to the interior trim and windows.

e. Paint existing exterior window frames and doors that were not replaced (2) coats of paint. (Color of paint to be Sherwin Williams, Fine Wine (#SW6307).

f. Install new screens to cover all exposed vents. Screens to be the same material, thickness, and installed using the same method as they were removed.

7. Specifics: Exterior Lighting:

a. Remove and replace Exterior lighting with LED wall packs, canopy lights and spotlights required.

b. Commercial wall pack lights, ten (10) will be installed where the existing Goose

Neck Lights are mounted.

c. Remove and replace four (4) adjustable Spotlights above the east main entrance door with LED adjustable lights.

d. Under deck lighting will consist of removing and replacing five (5) canopy lights with LED. All canopy lights will be hooked to an approved photocell. All lights installed as per manufactures specifications.

e. All lights to be installed by a Maryland licensed electrician with all materials required to meet code requirements. NOTE: All conductors and circuits shall be re used.

8. Specifics: Copper Post Caps and Salvage Copper Gutters and Down Spouts.

a. Install Copper deck post caps using the fasteners and method recommended by the manufacturer.

b. Refasten existing copper gutters with existing hangers and adjust so the fall is positive towards the downspout drains. NOTE: Broken hangers shall be replaced with in kind, the same style as the existing.

.9. Specifics: Concrete Prep:

a. Prepare area where stamped bituminous concrete was removed by removing excessive fill to allow for a 3” layer of # 57 gravel.

b. Install 6”x 6” concrete reinforcing wire, wire needs to be installed so it is ½ the thickness of the concrete and tied together using tie wire on all adjoining edges.

Ensure that a 3” embedment is on all sides.

c. Install ½” fiber expansion joint or approved equal around all the back side of the deck post and against all perimeter walls, where concrete will be in contact, to allow for expansion.

d. Form area to be poured with appropriate width material.

e. Install 5” thick, 4000 PSI mix with fiber concrete and finish, to a light broom finish, and using a concrete edger to allow for a finished separation at the top, where the concrete meets the form. (Ensure positive slope away from the building at a minimum 1” per every 10’.)

f. Remove forms and rub out edges and saw cut expansion from the center of the deck post to the exterior of the building. (Approximately every 8’)

g. Apply (1) coat of Euclid Super Diamond Clear concrete cure and seal. (Apply according to manufactures specifications)

h. Apply Expansion Joint polyurethane self-leveling sealant to saw cuts joints.

10. Specifics: Debris Removal and Final Grading, Seeding and Mulching:

a. All debris generated from this project shall become the property of the Contractor.

The Contractor shall be responsible the proper removal of all debris off State

Property. All fees generated for said disposal shall be paid by the contractor. Rake exterior grounds and use a magnet to remove all nails from around the surrounding areas.

b. Any disturbed areas shall receive topsoil, raked to match existing and adjacent contours, seeded, and mulched as to preexisting conditions.

H. WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE:

1. The Contractor shall fully guarantee his/her work for a period of two (2) years from the date of final acceptance.

2. Any defects found within the two (2) year warranty period shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at no additional cost to the State.

3. The Contractor shall provide the Project Engineer, DGS Inspector, DGS Project

Manager, and the Facility Manager all manufacture`s warranties for materials and systems used on this project.

4. Acceptance by the Project Engineer, DGS Inspector, DGS Project Manager, and

Facility Manager of any procedures, materials, workmanship, or final product shall not relieve the Contractor of contractual requirements.

5. All work is subject to the inspection and approval of the Project Engineer, DGS

Inspector, DGS Project Manager, and the Facility Manager.

6. Refer to the most recent edition of the Department of General Services—General

Conditions for Construction Contracts (“General Conditions”) for additional warranty provisions.

7. Refer to Owens Corning Standard Product Limited Warranty Provisions for Roof

Shingles and Components Warranties.

I. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. The Contractor shall make their own arrangements at their own expense, coordinating with the Facility Manager and the Project Engineer, for storage of materials and any construction yard that may be required to execute this project.

2. Deviation from the manufacturer’s instructions or this specification will not be acceptable.

3. The contractor shall take all necessary precautions and measures to protect all properties from damage. Contractor shall repair all damage caused by their operation to all public and private property including roads, walks, curbs, utilities, trees, shrubs, plantings, etc., and leave property in good condition and /or at least equivalent to the condition found.

4. The contractor shall make arrangements to acquire any temporary utility service which may be required to perform this contract. Any expenses incurred must be paid by the Contractor. This shall include portable toilet facilities.

5. All work shall be coordinated with the Facility Manager, DGS State Inspector, DGS Project Manager, and DNR Projector Engineer at the work initiation meeting.

6. Work shall be accomplished during the normal work hours of 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless permission is given in writing by the Facility

Manager to do otherwise.

7. The requirement to provide an on-site office trailer as noted in the General

Conditions on page 29, Section 7.02, will not be required for this project.

8. The Contractor shall provide all signs, barricades, etc., to insure a safe work area throughout the entire project.

9. All Equipment used for this project must comply with SHA specifications; and are subject to inspection and approval prior to initiating the work. No steel tracked equipment will be allowed on paved surfaces.

10. The Contract shall be for a duration period of (180) calendar days.

J. METHOD OF BIDDING AND PAYMENT:

1. All bids shall be submitted online via eMaryland Market Place Advantage

(eMMa) https: // emma. maryland .gov (NO PAPER BIDS!)

2. Payments shall be made in accordance with General Conditions, Section 8

Payments.

V. ALTERNATES, UNIT PRICES, and ALLOWANCES

A. ALTERNATES:

None

B. UNIT PRICES:

1. Unit Price # 1 – Sheathing Replacement: The Contractor shall insert a cost per square foot X 200 square feet = (equals) Total Unit Price #1, to remove and replace damaged/deteriorated roof sheathing, as directed by the Project Engineer, and as described in these written specifications.

2. Unit Price # 2-- Cedar Siding Replacement: The contractor shall insert a cost per S.F. x 200 S.F.=(equals) Total Unit Price #2, to remove and replace damaged/deteriorated1”x 8” cedar siding, as directed by the Project Engineer, and described in the written specifications.

3. Unit Price # 3-- Cedar 1”x4” Board Replacement around doors and windows.

The Contractor shall insert a cost per L.F. x 72 L.F.=(equals) Total Unit Price #

3, to remove and replace damaged /deteriorated 1”x4” cedar boards around windows and doors.

4. Unit price # 4-- Cedar Boards Replacement around the dormer Windows.

The Contractor shall insert a cost per L.F. x 100 L.F.= (equals) Total Unit

Price#4, to remove and replace damaged/deteriorated 1”x10” cedar boards around dormer windows.

NOTE: Unit Prices will be used to increase/decrease the final contract price based on actual quantities installed. Unit Prices are “NOT” included in the

Base Bid.

C. ALLOWANCES:

Allowance: #1 -- Natural Cut Stone Replacement: The Contractor shall insert a cost Allowance of $1,500.00 to replace missing cut stone, as directed by the

Project Engineer, and described in these written specifications. No Additional labor, profit, or overhead shall be allowed to the contractor for such allowances.

(Reference the Instructions to bidders for Construction and General Conditions of

Construction Contracts, item8.03, Cash Allowances.)

NOTE: Allowances “ARE” included in the base price.

VI. DRAWINGS AND ATTACHMENTS

A. DRAWINGS:

NONE

B. ATTACHMENTS:

Photos:

1- South Elevation

2- North Elevation

3- West Elevation

South Side Elevation: Four (4) single hung windows shall be removed and replaced.

Northeast Corner Elevation view from the main parking lot.

West Side Elevation: Two (2) double hung windows, two (2) wide shall be removed and replaced. All Cedar siding on this elevation shall be removed and replaced.