Appendix_A_DPG1023I7J_PRS_Construct_Ambulance_Garage.pdf

Performance Requirement Summary (PRS)

Construct Ambulance Garage

Statements Standards/AQLs Incentive/Remedy

C.2.5 Construction Progress Documentation

Submit the following documentation to the Government to substantiate project progress:

1) Provide weekly updates to the project schedule no later than Close of Business (COB) of each Tuesday.

2) No later than COB of each Tuesday submit copies of the daily reports for the previous week.

3) When construction is complete, provide the Government with documentation including, but not limited to: operation and maintenance data, warranties and guaranties, record drawings, and a signed DD Form 1354.

a) Project Schedule updates provided within the specified timeframe.

AQL: 90% of updates provided within the specified timeframe.

b) Daily Reports provided within the specified time frame.

AQL: 90% of reports provided within the specified time frame.

c) O&M Manuals provided.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

d) Warranties provided.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

e) Record Drawings provided.

a) Affects the CPARS rating.

b) Affects the

c) Affects the

d) Affects the

e) Affects the

AQL: 100%

compliance.

f) Signed DD Form

1354 provided.

f) Affects the

C.2.6.1 Submit certificates of compliance, product data, samples, shop drawings, etc. in accordance with the applicable referenced standards and as specified herein using ENG Form 4025-R and ENG Form 4026.

a) Provide the necessary

Product/Material Data information.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Use the specified forms.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

Resubmit noncompliant information and/or using the specified forms. Neither a claim for delay nor an extension of the Period of Performance (PoP) will be allowed. Affects the CPARS rating.

C.2.8.1 Contractor Quality Control (CQC): The Contractor is responsible for the quality of all work performed. Quality is measured through the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan. QC is work output, not workers, and therefore includes all work performed under this contract regardless of whether the work is performed by contractor employees or performed by subcontractors. Copies of all QC testing results/reports must be submitted to the COR for review prior to payment for the accomplished work.

a) Provide the required CQC Plan.

b) Provide QC Test

Results/Reports within the specified timeframe.

a) Work will not proceed without the Contractor submitting the necessary information.

Neither a claim for delay nor an extension of the Period of Performance (PoP) will be allowed. Affects the CPARS rating.

b) Delayed processing of progress payments. Affects the CPARS rating.

C.2.14.1.1 O&M Manual information includes, but is not limited to, manufacturers' standard brochures, schematics, printed instructions, general operating procedures, and safety precautions. Group information in manual format by technical sections. Test data must be legible and of good quality. Light-sensitive reproduction techniques are acceptable provided finish pages are clear, legible, and not subject to fading.

a) Provide the specified information.

b) Organize the information as specified.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

a) Resubmittal of the O&M manual without additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

b) Affects the

C.2.14.1.2 When a hardcopy O&M Manual is required, bind pages for vendor data and manuals in 3-ring, loose-leaf binders. Organize data by separate index and tabbed sheets. Binder shall lie flat with printed sheets that are easy to read. Clearly label caution and warning indications.

a) Provide a bound hardcopy O&M

Manual as specified.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

a) Resubmittal of the O&M Manual without additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

C.2.14.1.3 Provide one (1) each printed, bound and three (3) each electronic copies of the project O&M Manuals. Update and resubmit data for final approval no later than PoP completion.

a) Provide the specified number of

O&M Manuals.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Provide the O&M

Manuals in the specified formats.

a) Resubmittal of the O&M Manual without additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

b) Resubmittal of the O&M Manual without additional compensation.

c) Provide the O&M

Manuals in the specified timeframe.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

Affects the CPARS rating.

c) Affects the CPARS rating.

C.2.14.3.1 DD Form 1354: At the time of project closeout, submit a complete DD Form 1354, "Transfer and Acceptance of Military Real Property," including all required signatures. Complete the DD Form 1354 using the instructions in UFC 1-300-08, "Criteria for Transfer and Acceptance of DoD Real Property." The Contractor, not the COR, is responsible for obtaining the required signatures.

a) Provide the DD

1354 within the required timeframe.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Information on DD

1354 complies with

UFC 1-300-08.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

c) DD 1354 has required signatures.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Resubmittal of the DD 1354 without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

c) Resubmittal of the DD 1354 without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

C.2.14.3.2.2 Information shown on the working and final record drawings shall include, but is not be limited to, the following:

a) Record Drawings show the required information.

a) Revision of the Record Drawings without additional

1) The actual location, kinds and sizes of all sub-surface utility lines.

In order that the location of these lines and appurtenances may be determined in the event the surface openings or indicators become covered over or obscured, show by offset dimensions to two permanently fixed surface features the end of each run including each change in direction on the record drawings. Locate valves, splice boxes and similar appurtenances by dimensioning along the utility run from a reference point. Also record the average depth below the surface of each run.

2) The location and dimensions of any changes within the building structure.

3) Correct grade, elevations, cross section, or alignment of roads, earthwork, structures or utilities if any changes were made from contract plans.

4) Changes in details of design or additional information obtained from working drawings specified to be prepared and/or furnished by the Contractor; including but not limited to fabrication, erection, installation plans and placing details, pipe sizes, insulation material, dimensions of equipment foundations, etc.

5) The topography, invert elevations and grades of drainage installed or affected as part of the project construction.

6) Changes or modifications which result from the final inspection.

7) Where contract drawings or specifications present options, show only the option selected for construction on the final as-built prints.

8) Systems designed or enhanced by the Contractor, such as HVAC controls, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and irrigation systems.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

C.2.14.3.2.4 Provide electronic copies of the record drawings in both PDF and

AutoCAD 2010 compatible format. Only employ personnel proficient in the preparation of CADD drawings to modify the contract drawings or prepare additional new drawings. Additions and corrections to the contract drawings will be equal in quality and detail to that of the originals. Line colors, line weights, lettering, layering conventions, and symbols will be the same as the original line colors, line weights, lettering, layering conventions, and symbols. If additional drawings are required, prepare them using the specified electronic file format.

The title block and drawing border to be used for any new final record drawings will be identical to that used on the contract drawings.

Accomplish additions and corrections to the contract drawings using

CADD files. The Contractor will be furnished "as-designed" drawings in AutoCAD 2010 format. The electronic files will be supplied on compact or DVD disc. Provide all program files and hardware necessary to prepare final record drawings.

a) Provide Record

Drawings in the required format.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Record Drawings meet the specified quality and quantity requirements.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

a) Resubmit the Record Drawings in the specified format without additional compensation or an extension to the PoP. Affects the CPARS rating.

b) Revise and resubmit the Record Drawings without additional compensation or an extension to the PoP. Affects the CPARS rating.

C.2.14.3.2.7 When final revisions have been completed, show the wording

"RECORD DRAWINGS/AS-BUILT CONDITIONS" followed by the name of the Contractor in letters at least 3/16 inch high on the cover sheet drawing. In the revision block, mark all other contract drawings either "RECORD" drawing denoting no revisions on the sheet or

"REVISED RECORD" denoting one or more revisions.

a) Record Drawings are correctly marked as specified.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

a) Revise and resubmit the Record Drawings without additional compensation or extension of the PoP. Affects the CPARS rating.

C.3.1 Definitions

C.3.1.1. Building Length: Dimension of the building measured perpendicular to main framing from end wall to end wall (outside face of girt to outside face of girt).

C.3.1.2. Building Width: Dimension of the building measured parallel to main framing from sidewall to sidewall (outside of girt to outside of girt).

C.3.1.3. Clear Span: Distance between supports of beams, girders, or trusses (measured from lowest level of connecting area of a column and a rafter frame or knee.).

C.3.1.4. Eave Height: Vertical dimension from finished floor to eave (the line along the sidewall formed by intersection of the planes of the roof and wall).

C.3.1.5. Clear Height under Structure: Vertical dimension from finished floor to lowest point of any part of primary or secondary structure, not including crane supports, located within clear span.

C.3.2 Preparation Phase

C.3.2.1. Work defined within this section must be completed before any work begins at the north end of Bldg. 5454.

C.3.2.2. Demolish the existing stoop outside the west door. Construct new concrete stoop, ramp and sidewalks to relocate the current ambulance parking as shown on the plans.

C.3.2.3. Relocate existing ambulance parking signs, shore power, and wall mounted light for the relocated ambulance parking.

C.3.2.4. Paint yellow diagonal stripes in the two indicated parking stalls C.3.2.5. Cut existing sod located within the area affected by the work described herein. Roll-up or stack sod, store on site, and maintain in a moist condition. Restore sod around garage after construction is complete.

a) The specified work is completed.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Cut sod is maintained in a moist condition.

AQL: 100%.

Reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

b) Affects the CPARS rating. Dry or dead grass is replaced with an equal amount of “green” sod at no additional cost to the Government.

C.3.3 Concrete

C.3.3.1. General C.3.3.1.1. Unless indicated elsewhere, concrete shall have a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 3,500 psi. Comply with requirements in ACI 318-14 Chapter 26 for QC testing.

C.3.3.1.2. Protect concrete from hot weather in accordance with ACI 305R.

C.3.3.1.4. Do not use calcium chloride as an admixture.

a) Concrete complies with the specified 28-day compressive strength criteria.

AQL: 28-day compressive strength is not more than 500 psi below, equals, or exceeds 3,500 psi.

a) Reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

C.3.3.1.5. Water must comply with the requirements of ASTM C1602.

Minimize the amount of water in the mix. Improve workability by adjusting the grading rather than adding water.

C.3.3.1.6. Submit concrete mix design(s) for Government review.

C.3.3.1.7. Provide copies of QC test reports to the Government.

C.3.3.1.8. Protect finished concrete surfaces from damage by construction operations.

C.3.3.2. Vapor Retarder and Vapor Barrier C.3.3.2.1. ASTM E1745 Class C polyethylene sheeting, minimum 15-mil thickness or other equivalent material with a maximum permeance rating of 0.04 perms per ASTM E96/E96M.

C.3.3.2.2. Consider plastic vapor retarders and adhesives with a high recycled content, low toxicity low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) levels.

C.3.3.3. Expansion/Contraction Joint Filler: ASTM D1751 or ASTM D1752 Type I or II. Material must be 1/2 inch thick, unless otherwise indicated.

C.3.3.4. Joint Sealants C.3.3.4.1. Horizontal Surfaces, 3 Percent Slope Maximum, ASTM D6690 or ASTM C920, Type M, Class 25, Use T.

C.3.3.4.2. Vertical Surfaces Greater Than 3 Percent Slope ASTM C920, Type M, Grade NS, Class 25, Use T.

C.3.3.5. Reinforcement C.3.3.5.1. Bars: Provide galvanized reinforcing bars that conform to ASTM A767, Class II with galvanizing after fabrication.

C.3.3.5.2. Welded Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A1064.

C.3.3.5.3. Protect reinforcement from contaminants such as grease, oil, and dirt. Use of reinforcement with rust is not permitted.

C.3.3.6. Finishes C.3.3.6.1. Provide concrete used for sidewalks, stoops, ramps, and equipment pads with a lightly broomed finish.

C.3.3.6.2. Provide floors with a smooth trowelled finish, treat with a liquid chemical floor hardener, and seal.

C.3.3.6.2.1. Hardener must be a colorless aqueous solution containing a blend of inorganic silicate or siliconate material and

b) Hot weather concrete placement complies with the specified standard.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

c) Concrete mix and ingredients comply with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

d) Provide the specified documentation.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

e) Vapor retarder/vapor barrier complies with the specified requirements and standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

f) Expansion/Contraction joint filler complies with the specified requirements and

b) Reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

c) Reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

d) Affects the CPARS rating.

e) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without PoP extension or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

f) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without PoP extension or additional proprietary components combined with a wetting agent; that penetrates, hardens, and densifies concrete surfaces. Submit manufactures instructions for placement of liquid chemical floor hardener.

C.3.3.6.2.2. Apply liquid-chemical floor hardener where indicated after curing and drying concrete surface. Dilute liquid hardener with water and apply in three coats. First coat must be one-third strength, second coat one-half strength, and third coat two-thirds strength. Apply each coat evenly and allow to dry 24 hours between coats.

C.3.3.6.3. Use concrete penetrating sealers with a low (maximum 100 grams/liter, less water and less exempt compounds) VOC content.

C.3.3.6.4. Provide for surfaces not exposed to public view a surface finish SF-1.0. Patch holes and defects in accordance with ACI 301.

C.3.3.6.5. Provide for surfaces exposed to public view a surface finish SF-3.0. Patch holes and defects in accordance with ACI 301.

C.3.3.7. Joints C.3.3.7.1. Construction Joints: Make and locate joints not indicated so as not to impair strength and appearance of the structure, as approved. Joints must be perpendicular to main reinforcement.

Reinforcement must be continued and developed across construction joints.

C.3.3.7.1.1. In slabs on ground, so as to divide slab into areas not in excess of 1,200 square feet.

C.3.3.7.1.2. In walls, at top of footing; at top of slabs on ground; at top and bottom of door and window openings or where required to conform to architectural details; and at underside of deepest beam or girder framing into wall.

C.3.3.7.2. Isolation Joints: Provide joints at points of contact between slabs on ground and vertical surfaces, such as column pedestals, foundation walls, grade beams, and elsewhere as indicated.

C.3.3.7.2.1. Fill joints with premolded joint filler strips 1/2 inch thick, extending full slab depth. Install filler strips at proper level below finish floor elevation with a slightly tapered, dress-and-oiled wood strip temporarily secured to top of filler strip to form a groove not less than 3/4 inch in depth where joint is sealed with sealing compound and not standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

g) Joint sealant complies with the specified requirements and standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

h) Reinforcement complies with the specified requirements and standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

i) Finishes comply with the specified requirements and standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

j) Joints comply with the specified requirements.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

k) Repairs comply with the specified requirements.

compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

g) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without PoP extension or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

h) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without PoP extension or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

i) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without PoP extension or additional compensation.

less than 1/4 inch in depth where joint sealing is not required.

Remove wood strip after concrete has set. Clean groove of foreign matter and loose particles after surface has dried.

C.3.3.7.3. Contraction Joints in Slabs on Ground: Sawcut contraction joints into slab on ground in accordance with ACI 301 Section 5. Limit sawcutting to within 12 hours after set and at 1/4 slab depth.

C.3.3.7.4. Sealing Joints in Slabs on Ground: Contraction and control joints which are to receive finish flooring material must be sealed with joint sealing compound after concrete curing period. Slightly underfill groove with joint sealing compound to prevent extrusion of compound.

Remove excess material as soon after sealing as possible.

C.3.3.8. Crack Repair: Prior to final acceptance, all cracks in excess of 0.02 inches wide must be documented and repaired. The proposed method and materials to repair the cracks must be submitted to the COR for Government approval.

C.3.3.9. Repair of Weak Surfaces Weak surfaces are defined as mortar-rich, rain-damaged, uncured, or containing exposed voids or deleterious materials. Concrete surfaces with weak surfaces less than 1/4 inch thick must be diamond ground to remove the weak surface. Surfaces containing weak surfaces greater than 1/4 inch thick must be removed and replaced or mitigated in a manner acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

j) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without PoP extension or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

k) Redo repairs without additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

C.3.4 Structural Steel

C.3.4.1. Submit Erection Drawings and Shop Drawings C.3.4.2. Structural steel members, bolts, connections, and welds will be as required by the pre-engineered building manufacturer.

C.3.4.3. Structural members and bolts will be free from rust, dirt, oil, grease, and other contaminants.

C.3.4.4. Cleaning: SSPC SP 6/NACE No.3, except steel exposed in spaces above ceilings, attic spaces, furred spaces, and chases that will be hidden to view in finished construction may be cleaned to SSPC SP 3 when recommended by the shop primer manufacturer.

C.3.4.5. Fireproofing and Epoxy Coated Surfaces: Surfaces to receive sprayed-on fireproofing or epoxy coatings must be cleaned

a) Provide the required drawings.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Structural members, bolts, connections, welds, etc. meet the specified requirements and comply with the drawings.

a) Work will not be allowed to proceed without Government review of the specified drawings.

No claim for delay or extension of period of performance will be allowed. Affects the CPARS rating.

and prepared in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

C.3.4.6. Drainage Holes: Adequate drainage holes must be drilled to eliminate water traps. Hole diameter must be 1/2 inch and location must be indicated on the detail drawings. Hole size and location must not affect the structural integrity.

C.3.4.7. Field Quality Control Perform field tests, and provide labor, equipment, and incidentals required for testing. Provide copies of test results to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The COR and Contracting Officer (KO) must be notified in writing of defective welds, bolts, nuts, and washers within 7 working days of the date of the inspection.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

c) Cleaning complies with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

d) Drainage holes comply with the specified requirements.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

e) QC is performed as specified.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

f) COR & KO are notified within the specified timeframe.

AQL: No more than 5% of notifications are received after 7 days.

b) Resubmittal and/or construction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

c) Reclean without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

d) Reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

e) and f) Correction of deficient items discovered by the Government without extension of PoP or

C.3.5 Metal Studs

C.3.5.1. Provide cold-formed metal studs that are minimum 3-1/2 inches in width.

C.3.5.2. Cut studs square and set with firm bearing against webs of top and bottom tracks. Position studs vertically in tracks and space as indicated in design. Do not splice studs. Provide at least two studs at jambs of doors and other openings 2 feet wide or larger. Provide jack studs over openings, as necessary, to maintain indicated stud spacing. Fasten studs to top and bottom tracks. Include headers and supporting components at framed wall openings.

C.3.5.3. Screws Screws shall be of the self-drilling self-tapping type, size, and location as required. Screw penetration through joined materials shall not be less than three exposed threads. Minimum spacing and edge distances for screws shall be as specified in AISI S100. Screws covered by sheathing materials shall have low profile heads.

C.3.5.4. Anchors: Anchors shall be of the type, size, and location as required.

C.3.5.5. Powder-Actuated Fasteners: Powder-actuated fasteners shall be of the type, size, and location as required.

a) Studs comply with the specified requirements.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) Screws, anchors, and fasteners comply with specified requirements and referenced standards.

a) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

b) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating. Affects the CPARS rating.

C.3.6 Insulation

C.3.6.1. Minimum R-Values C.3.6.1.1. Walls

a. Interior in-wall insulation: 19

b. EIFS: 7.5

C.3.6.1.2. Attic Space: 38 C.3.6.2. Batt Insulation C.3.6.2.1. ASTM C665, Type III, blankets with reflective coverings] Class A, membrane-faced surface with a flame spread of 25 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

a) R-values comply with the specified requirements.

AQL: Meets or exceeds.

b) Batt insulation complies with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

a), b), c), and d) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

Affects the CPARS rating.

e) and f) Resubmittal and/or

C.3.6.2.2. Provide Thermal Insulation containing recycled materials to the extent practicable, provided the material meets all other requirements of this section. Minimum recycled materials content is 20 percent glass cullet complying with ASTM D5359.

C.3.6.2.3. Blocking C.3.6.2.3.1. Prior to installation of insulation, install permanent blocking to prevent insulation from slipping over, clogging, or restricting airflow through soffit vents at eaves. Install permanent blocking around attic trap doors. Install permanent blocking to maintain accessibility to equipment or controls that require maintenance or adjustment.

C.3.6.2.3.2. Install non-combustible blocking around heat producing devices to provide the following clearances:

a. Recessed lighting fixtures, including wiring compartments, ballasts, and other heat producing devices, unless these are certified by the manufacturer for installation surrounded by insulation: 3 inches from outside face of fixtures and devices or as required by NFPA 70 and, if insulation is to be placed above fixture or device, 24 inches above fixture.

b. Vents and vent connectors used for venting the products of combustion, flues, and chimneys other than masonry chimneys: Minimum clearances as required by NFPA 211.

c. Gas Fired Appliances: Clearances as required in NFPA 54.

C.3.6.2.3.3. Blocking around flues and chimneys is not required when insulation blanket, including any attached vapor retarder, passed ASTM E136, in addition to meeting all other requirements stipulated in Part 2. Blocking is also not required if the chimneys are certified by the manufacturer for use in contact with insulating materials.

C.3.6.3. Loose-Fill/Blown Insulation C.3.6.3.1. Cellulosic or Wood Fiber Loose Fill: ASTM C739 or 16 CFR 1209.

C.3.6.3.2. Provide thermal insulation containing recycled materials to the extent practicable, provided that the material meets all the other requirements of this section. At a minimum, the recycled material content must be: 75 percent post-consumer paper.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

c) Loose-fill insulation complies with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

d) Insulation installation complies with specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

e) Vapor retarder complies with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

C.3.6.3.3. Prohibited Materials

a. Asbestos-containing materials

b. Urea Formaldehyde containing materials

c. Ammonium Sulfate containing material

C.3.6.3.4. Reduced Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) for Insulation Materials ULE Greenguard.

C.3.6.3.5. Blocking: Wood, metal, unfaced mineral fiber blanket material in accordance with ASTM C665, Type I, or other approved materials. Provide only non-combustible materials.

C.3.6.3.6. Prior to installation of insulation, install permanent blocking to prevent insulation from covering, clogging, or restricting air flow through soffit vents at eaves. Install permanent blocking around attic trap doors. Install permanent blocking to maintain accessibility to equipment or controls that require maintenance or adjustment.

C.3.6.3.7. Install non-combustible blocking around heat producing devices to provide the following clearances:

a. Recessed lighting fixtures, including wiring compartments, ballasts, and other heat producing devices, unless certified for installation surrounded by insulation: 3 inches from outside face of fixtures and devices or as required by NFPA 70 and, if insulation is to be placed above fixture or device, 600 mm 24 inches above fixture.

b. Masonry chimneys or masonry enclosing a flue: 2 inches from outside face of masonry. Masonry chimneys for medium and high heat operating appliances: Minimum clearances required by NFPA 211.

c. Vents and vent connectors used for venting the products of combustion, flues, and chimneys other than masonry chimneys: minimum clearances as required by NFPA 211.

d. Gas fired appliances: Clearances as required in NFPA 54.

e. Oil fired appliances: Clearances as required in NFPA 31.

C.3.6.3.8. Blocking around flues and chimneys is not required if the insulation and vapor retarder, when provided, passed ASTM E136, in addition to meeting all other requirements stipulated in Part 2. The blocking is also not required when chimneys are certified by the manufacturer for use in contact with insulating materials.

C.3.6.3.9. Install and handle insulation in accordance with applicable provisions of ASTM C1015, and manufacturer's instructions. Keep material dry and free of extraneous materials. Any materials that show visual evidence of biological growth due to the presence of moisture must not be installed on the building project. Ensure personal protective clothing and respiratory equipment is used as required.

Observe safe work practices. Use only pneumatic equipment compatible with insulation material. Operate equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not tamp or rod insulation.

C.3.6.3.9.1. Attics and Ceilings: Fill space between and above ceiling joists and rafters to provide the specified R-Value. For pneumatic installations, use lowest air pressure allowed by manufacturer's instructions. Do not blow insulation into electrical devices, soffit vents, and mechanical vents which open into attic or other spaces to receive insulation.

C.3.6.3.9.2. Frame Walls: Completely fill wall cavities except those which serve as air ducts for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Locate entry holes in walls where required to permit the complete filling of wall cavities. After opening entry holes, check wall cavity for fire stops and other obstructions. When fire stops or other obstructions prevent complete filling of wall cavity, cut additional entry holes to fill the cavity. Close entry holes using materials compatible with original materials. Seal entry holes in locations where they penetrate a vapor retarder.

C.3.6.3.9.3. Do not install insulation in a manner that would sandwich electrical wiring between two layers of insulation.

C.3.6.3.9.4. Place insulation under electrical wiring occurring across joists. Pack insulation into narrowly spaced framing. Do not block flow of air through soffit vents.

C.3.6.3.9.5. Affix blanket insulation to all access panels and doors greater than one square foot in insulated ceilings. Use insulation with same R-Value as that for ceiling.

C.3.6.4. Vapor Retarder

C.3.6.4.1. 6 mil thick polyethylene sheeting conforming to ASTM D4397 and having a water vapor permeance of one perm (grains/(h*ft2*in.Hg) or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E96/E96M.

C.3.6.4.2. Membrane with following properties:

a. Permeance: ASTM E96/E96M, 1 perm (grains/h*ft2*in.Hg)

b. Maximum Flame Spread: ASTM E84, 25

c. Combustion Characteristic: Meet ASTM E136

d. Puncture Resistance: TAPPI T803 OM

e. 15 Beach Units (1 Beach Unit is 2.205*10-10 foot/pounds)

C.3.6.4.3. Pressure Sensitive Tape: As recommended by the vapor retarder manufacturer and having a water vapor permeance rating of one perm (grains/h*ft2*in.hg) or less when tested in accordance with

ASTM D3833/D3833M.

C.3.6.4.4. Apply continuous vapor retarder as indicated. Overlap joints at least 6 inches and seal with pressure sensitive tape. Seal at sill, header, windows, doors and utility penetrations. Repair punctures or tears with pressure sensitive tape. Do not install vapor retarders on both sides of insulation.

C.3.7 Exterior Insulation Finish System (EIFS)

C.3.7.1. The EIFS must be a job-fabricated, drainable, exterior wall covering consisting of sheathing, air and moisture barrier, insulation board, reinforcing fabric, base coat, finish coat, adhesive and mechanical fasteners as applicable. The system components must be compatible with each other and with the substrate as recommended or approved by, and the products of, a single manufacturer regularly engaged in furnishing Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems. All materials must be installed by an applicator approved by the system manufacturer. EIFS must be Class PB with color and finish to match the existing on Building 5454.

C.3.7.2. Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index of 25 or less and a smoke developed index of 450 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

a) EIFS complies with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

b) EIFS installer meets the specified qualifications.

AQL: 100%

compliance.

a), b) and c) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

C.3.7.3. Radiant Heat: No ignition during the 20 minute period when tested in accordance with NFPA 268.

C.3.7.4. Abrasion Resistance: No loss of film integrity after 132 gallons of sand when tested in accordance with ASTM D968, Method A.

C.3.7.5. Accelerated Weathering: After 2000 hours specimens must exhibit no visible cracking, flaking, peeling, blistering, yellowing, fading, or other such deterioration when tested in accordance with ASTM G153, Cycle 1.

C.3.7.6. Mildew Resistance: After 28 days of exposure, the specimen must not show any growth when tested in accordance with ASTM D3273.

C.3.7.7. Water Resistance: After 14 days, the specimen must exhibit no cracking, checking, crazing, erosion, blistering, peeling, or delamination when tested in accordance with ASTM D2247.

C.3.7.8. Absorption-Freeze/Thaw: Class PB systems must be tested in accordance with ASTM E2570/E2570M for 60 cycles of freezing and thawing. After testing, the specimen must exhibit no cracking, checking, or splitting, and negligible weight gain.

C.3.7.9. The EIFS must be the product of a manufacturer who has been in the practice of manufacturing and designing EIFS for a period of not less than 3 years, and has been involved in at least five projects similar to this project in size, scope, and complexity, in the same or a similar climate as this project.

C.3.7.10. The EIFS Installer must be trained by the EIFS manufacturer to perform the installation of the System and must have successfully installed at least five projects at or near the size and complexity of this project. The contractor must employ qualified workers trained and experienced in installing the manufacturer's EIFS.

C.3.7.11. Deliver materials to job site in original unopened packages, marked with manufacturer's name, brand name, and description of contents. Store materials off the ground and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area.

Protect stored materials from rain, sunlight, and excessive heat. Keep coating materials which would be damaged by freezing at a

c) EIFS is installed as specified, except as otherwise specified by the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

temperature not less than 4 degrees C 40 degrees F. Do not expose insulation board to flame or other ignition sources.

C.3.7.12. Do not prepare materials or apply EIFS during inclement weather unless appropriate protection is provided. Protect installed materials from inclement weather until they are dry.

C.3.7.13. Apply sealants and wet materials only at ambient temperatures of 4 degrees C 40 degrees F or above and rising, unless supplemental heat is provided. The system must be protected from inclement weather and maintain this temperature for a minimum of 24 hours after installation.

C.3.7.14. Do not leave insulation board exposed to sunlight after installation.

C.3.7.15. Provide all materials compatible with each other and with the substrate, and as recommended by EIFS manufacturer.

C.3.7.16. Adhesive: Manufacturer's standard product, including primer as required, must be compatible with substrate and insulation board to which the system is applied.

C.3.7.17. Mechanical Fasteners: Corrosion resistant and as approved by EIFS manufacturer. Select fastener type and pattern based on applicable wind loads and substrate into which fastener will be attached, to provide the necessary pull-out, tensile, and shear strengths.

C.3.7.18. Insulation Board: Insulation board must be standard product of manufacturer and must be compatible with other systems components. Boards must be factory marked individually with the manufacturer's name or trademark, the material specification number, the R-value at 75 degree F, and thickness. No layer of insulation shall be less than 3/4 inch thick. The maximum thickness of all layers must not exceed 4 inches. Insulation Board must be certified as aged, in block form, prior to cutting and shipping, a minimum of 6 weeks by air drying, or equivalent.

C.3.7.18.1. Unless otherwise specified by the system manufacturer, place the long edge horizontally from level base line. Stagger vertical joints and interlock at corners. Butt joints tightly. Provide flush surfaces at joints. Offset insulation board joints from joints in sheathing by at least 8 inches. Align drainage channels of integral drainage system or provide polypropylene drainage lath space to provide a path for any water weeped from behind the insulation to escape wall construction. Use L-shaped insulation board pieces at corners of openings. Joints of insulation must be butted tightly.

Surfaces of adjacent insulation boards must be flush at joints. Gaps greater than 1/16 inch between the insulation boards must be filled with slivers of insulation. Uneven board surfaces with irregularities projecting more than 1/16 inch must be rasped in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions to produce an even surface. Attach insulation board as recommended by manufacturer. The adhered insulation board must be allowed to remain undisturbed for 24 hours prior to proceeding with the installation of the base coat/reinforcing mesh, or longer if necessary for the adhesive to dry. However, do not leave insulation board exposed longer than recommended by insulation manufacturer.

C.3.7.18.2. Thermal Resistance: Minimum R-value of 7.5.

C.3.7.18.3. Provide insulation material that has minimum of 10 percent recycled material.

C.3.7.19. Provide water drainage as an integral part of the system.

C.3.7.20. Portland Cement: Conform to ASTM C150/C150M, Type I or II as required, fresh and free of lumps, and approved by the systems manufacturer.

C.3.7.21. Reinforcing Fabric: Reinforcing fabric mesh must be alkali-resistant, balanced, open weave , glass fiber fabric made from twisted multi-end strands specifically treated for compatibility with the other system materials, and comply with ASTM E2098/E2098M and as recommended by EIFS manufacturer.

C.3.7.22. Finish Coat: Manufacturer's standard product conforming to the requirements in the paragraph on Sub-Component Requirements and Tests. For color consistency, use materials from the same batch or lot number.

C.3.7.23. Sealant Primer: Non-staining, quick-drying type recommended by sealant manufacturer and EIFS manufacturer.

C.3.7.24. Accessories: Conform to recommendations of EIFS manufacturer, including trim, edging, anchors, and expansion joints.

All metal items and fasteners to be corrosion resistant.

C.3.7.25. Joint Sealant: Non-staining, quick-drying type meeting ASTM C920, as Type S or M, minimum Grade NS, minimum Class 25 and compatible with the finish system type and grade, and recommended by both the sealant manufacturer and EIFS manufacturer.

C.3.7.26. Bond Breaker: As required by EIFS manufacturer and recommended by sealant manufacturer and EIFS manufacturer.

C.3.7.27. Backer Rod: Closed cell polyethylene free from oil or other staining elements and as recommended by sealant manufacturer and EIFS manufacturer. Do not use absorptive materials as backer rod.

The backer rod should be sized 25 percent larger than the width of the joint.

C.3.7.28. Prepare surfaces for application in accordance with the EIFS manufacturer’s installation instructions.

C.3.7.29. Install EIFS in accordance with the shop drawings and the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

C.3.7.30. Joint Sealing: Seal EIFS at openings as recommended by the system manufacturer. Apply sealant only to the base coat or base coat with EIFS Manufacturer's color coating. Do not apply sealant to the finish coat.

C.3.8 Doors

C.3.8.1. Exterior Doors: Operable from inside with single motion without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.

C.3.8.2. Interior Doors: Provide hollow metal doors with frames. Paint to match existing doors and frames in the existing facility.

C.3.8.3. Fire Doors and Frames: Comply with NFPA 80 and bear the label of Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Factory Mutual Engineering and Research (FM), or Warnock Hersey International (WHI) attesting to the rating required. Testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 252 or UL 10C. Labels shall be metal with raised letters, and shall bear the name or file number of the door and frame manufacturer. Labels shall

a) Doors comply with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: As specified or better.

b) Door anchors comply with the specified requirements and referenced a), b), c), and d) Resubmittal and/or reconstruction without extension of PoP or additional compensation.

be permanently affixed at the factory to frames and to the hinge edge of the door. Door labels shall not be painted.

C.3.8.4. Wall Anchors: Provide at least three anchors for each jamb.

For frames which are more than 7.5 feet in height, provide one additional anchor for each jamb for each additional 2.5 feet or fraction thereof.

C.3.8.4.1. Masonry: Provide anchors of corrugated or perforated steel straps or 3/16 inch diameter steel wire, adjustable or T-shaped.

C.3.8.4.2. Stud partitions: Weld or otherwise securely fasten anchors to backs of frames. Design anchors to be fastened to closed steel studs with sheet metal screws, and to open steel studs by wiring or welding.

C.3.8.5. Door Hardware C.3.8.5.1. Hardware: New, free of defects, blemishes and excessive play. Obtain each kind of hardware (latch and locksets, exit devices, hinges and closers) from one manufacturer.

C.3.8.5.2. Warranty

Part of respective manufacturers’ regular terms of sale. Provide manufacturers’ warranties:

a. Closers: Ten years mechanical, two years electrical.

b. Exit Devices: Three years.

c. Hinges: Life of Building.

d. Other Hardware: Two years.

C.3.8.5.3. Hinges: Provide in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.1.

Provide hinges that are 4-1/2 by 4-1/2 inch unless otherwise indicated. Construct loose pin hinges for interior doors and reverse-bevel exterior doors so that pins are non-removable when door is closed. Other anti-friction bearing hinges may be provided in lieu of ball bearing hinges.

C.3.8.5.4. Manufacturers Listed acceptable alternate manufacturers: submit for review products with equivalent function and features of scheduled products.

standards.

AQL: As specified or better.

c) Door hardware complies with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: As specified or better.

d) Door finishes comply with the specified requirements and referenced standards.

AQL: As specified or better.

C.3.8.5.5. Locksets, Latchsets, Deadbolts

a. Extra Heavy Duty Cylindrical Locks and Latches: as scheduled.

b. Chassis: cylindrical design, corrosion-resistant plated cold-rolled steel, through-bolted.

c. Locking Spindle: stainless steel, interlocking design.

d. Latch Retractors: forged steel. Balance of inner parts:

corrosion-resistant plated steel, or stainless steel.

e. Lever Trim: accessible design, independent operation, spring-cage supported, minimum 2” clearance from lever mid-point to door face.

f. Strikes: 16 gage curved steel, bronze or brass with 1” deep box construction, lips of sufficient length to clear trim and protect clothing.

g. Lock Series and Design: Best 9K Series, “14C” design for interchangeable 7 pin series core.

h. Certifications:

i. ANSI A156.2, 1994, Series 4000, Grade 1.

ii. UL listed for A label and lesser class single doors up to 4ft x

8ft.

C.3.8.5.6. Exit Devices/Panic Hardware C.3.8.5.6.1. General features

a. Independent lab-tested 1,000,000 cycles.

b. Push-through touch pad design. No exposed touch bar fasteners, no exposed cavities when operated. Return stroke fluid dampeners and rubber bottoming dampeners, plus anti-rattle devices.

c. No exposed screws to show through glass doors.

d. Non-handed basic device design with center case interchangeable with all functions, no extra parts required to effect change of function.

e. Releasable with 32 lb. maximum pressure under 250 lb. load to the door.

f. High security latching mechanism where specified.

C.3.8.5.6.2. Specific features:

a. Non-Fire Rated Devices: cylinder dogging.

b. Lever Trim: Breakaway type, forged brass or bronze escutcheon min .130” thickness, match lockset lever design.

c. Vertical rod devices less bottom rod (LBR) unless otherwise scheduled.

C.3.8.5.7. Closers C.3.8.5.7.1. General: One manufacturer for closer units throughout the Work, including surface closers, high security closers, overhead concealed closers, floor closers, low-energy door operators and electromagnetic hold-open closers.

C.3.8.5.7.2. Surface Closers:

a. Full rack-and-pinion type cylinder with removable non-ferrous cover and cast iron body. Double heat-treated pinion shaft, single piece forged piston, chrome-silicon steel spring.

b. ISO 2000 certified. Units stamped with date-of-manufacture code.

c. Independent lab-tested 5,000,000 cycles.

d. Thru-bolts at wood doors unless doors are provided with closer blocking. Non-sized, non-handed and adjustable.

Place closers inside building, stairs and rooms.

e. Plates, brackets and special templating when needed for interface with particular header, door and wall conditions and neighboring hardware.

f. Opening pressure: Exterior doors 8.5 lb., interior doors 5 lb., labeled fire doors 15 lb.

g. Separate adjusting valves for closing speed, latching speed and backcheck.

h. Extra-duty arms (EDA) at exterior doors scheduled with parallel arm units.

i. Exterior door closers: tested to 100 hours of ASTM B117 salt spray test, furnish data on request.

j. Exterior doors do not require seasonal adjustments in temperatures from 120 degrees F to 0 degrees F, furnish data on request.

k. Non-flaming fluid will not fuel door or floor covering fires.

C.3.8.5.8. Other Hardware C.3.8.5.8.1 Kick Plates: Four beveled edges, .050 inches minimum thickness, height and width as scheduled. Sheet-metal screws of bronze or stainless steel to match other hardware.

C.3.8.5.8.2. Door Stops: Provide stops to protect walls, casework or other hardware.

a. Unless otherwise noted in Hardware Sets, provide wall type with appropriate fasteners. Where wall type cannot be used, provide floor type. If neither can be used, provide overhead type.

C.3.8.5.8.3. Seals: Finished to match adjacent frame color. Resilient seal material: solid high-grade neoprene. UL label applied to seals on rated doors. Substitute products: certify that the products equal or exceed specified material’s thickness and durability. Proposed substitutions: submit for approval.

a. Solid neoprene: MIL Spec. R6855-CL III, Grade 40.

b. Non-corroding fasteners at in-swinging exterior doors.

c. Fire-rated Doors, Resilient Seals: UL10C/UBC-7-2 compliant.

Coordinate with selected door manufacturers and selected frame manufacturer’s requirements. Where rigid housed resilient seals are scheduled in this section and the selected door manufacturer only requires an adhesive mounted resilient seal, furnish rigid housed seal at minimum, or both the rigid housed seal and the adhesive applied seal if necessary to fulfill door manufacturer’s requirement. Adhesive applied seal alone is deemed insufficient for this project where rigid housed seals are scheduled.

d. Fire-rated Doors, Intumescent Seals: Furnish fire-labeled opening assembly complete and in full compliance with UL10C/UBC-7-2. Furnished by selected door manufacturer, these seals vary in requirement by door type and door manufacture. Adhesive applied intumescent strips are not acceptable, use concealed-in-door-edge type or kerfed-in-frame type. Careful coordination required.

C.3.8.5.8.4. Thresholds: As scheduled and per details. Substitute products: certify that the products equal or exceed specified material’s thickness. Proposed substitutions: submit for approval.

a. Exteriors: Set in full bed of butyl-rubber or polyisobutylene mastic sealant complying with requirements in Division 7 “Thermal and Moisture Protection”. Non-ferrous ¼ inch fasteners and lead expansion shield anchors, or Red-Head #SFS-1420 (or approved equivalent) Flat Head Sleeve Anchors (SS/FHSL).

b. Sound control openings: Set in bed of mastic sealant.

C.3.8.5.8.5. Fasteners: Generally, exposed screws to be Phillips or Robertson drive. Pinned TORX drive at high security areas. Flat head sleeve anchors (FHSL) may be slotted drive. Sheet metal and wood screws: full-thread. Sleeve nuts: full length to prevent door compression.

C.3.8.5.8.6. Silencers: Interior hollow metal frames, 3 for single doors, 4 for pairs of doors. Omit where adhesive mounted seal occurs.

Leave no unfilled/uncovered pre-punched silencer holes.

C.3.8.5.8.7. Key Control: Figure 8 interchangeable 7-pin core compatible with Best, Same manufacturer as key cylinders, supply to Owner.

C.3.8.6. Finish C.3.8.6.1. Generally BHMA 626 Satin Chromium Areas using BHMA 626 to have push-plates, pulls and protection plates of BHMA 630, Satin Stainless Steel, unless otherwise noted.

C.3.8.6.2. Door closers: factory powder coated to match other hardware, unless otherwise noted.

C.3.8.6.3. Aluminum items: match predominant adjacent material.

Seals to coordinate with frame color.

C.3.8.7. Keying Requirements C.3.8.7.1. Key System C.3.8.7.1.1. Existing Small Format Interchangeable Core: For estimate use factory GMK charge. Initiate and conduct meeting(s) with Owner to determine system structure, furnish Owner’s written approval of the system.

C.3.8.7.1.2. Construction keying: brass keyed-alike temporary cores plus 10 operating keys. Temporary cores and keys remain property of hardware supplier.

C.3.8.7.2. Interchangeable Cores: Best, 7-pin solid brass construction.

C.3.8.7.3. Permanent cores: factory-keyed.

a. Locksets and cylinders same manufacturer.

C.3.8.7.4. Permanent keys and cores: secured shipment direct from point of origination to Owner.

C.3.8.7.5. Bitting List: Secured shipment direct from point of origination to Owner upon completion C.3.8.8. Schedule Of Finish Hardware C.3.8.8.1. See door schedule in drawings for hardware set assignments.

C.3.8.8.2. Manufacturers and their abbreviations used in this schedule:

IVE H. B. Ives LCN LCN Closers NGP National Guard Products BES Best Lock Company VON Von Duprin

C.3.9 Overhead Coiling Doors

C.3.9.1. General C.3.9.1.1 Provide a permanent label for each door showing the manufacturer’s name and address, and the model/serial number of the door.

C.3.9.1.2 Provide coiling type doors with interlocking slats, complete with anchoring and door hardware, guides, hood, and operating mechanisms and designed for use on openings as indicated.