PROJECT MANUAL - Mary Passage MS.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

HVAC System Replacement

Newport News Public Schools

Mary Passage Middle School

Newport News, Virginia

IFB #014-0-2024/SNB

MJT Project No. 22-113

January 26, 2024

THOMPSON

Consulting Engineers

M ech an i ca l and E l e c t r i c a l En g in e e r ing 22 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 120 Hampton, Virginia 23666

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HVAC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT

MARY PASSAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

NEWPORT NEWS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA

PROJECT DIRECTORY 000002 - 1

SECTION 000002 - PROJECT DIRECTORY

Owner: Newport News Public Schools

12580 Patrick Henry Drive

Newport News, VA 23602

Owner’s

Contact: Attn: Mr. Wade Beverly

Director, Plant Services

Newport News Public Schools

12580 Patrick Henry Drive

Newport News, VA 23602

Phone: (757) 881-5024

Mechanical

Engineer: Thompson Consulting Engineers

Attn: Kevin D. Allen, P. E.

22 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 120

Phone: (757) 599-4415

Electrical

Engineer: Thompson Consulting Engineers

Attn: Kenzie Cambar, P.E.

22 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 120

Phone: (757) 599-4415

END OF SECTION 000002

TABLE OF CONTENTS 000110 - 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 0 - BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

000002 Project Directory

000110 Table of Contents

000115 Drawing Index

000820 Special Conditions

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

010200 Project Schedule

010800 Code of Conduct

011100 Summary of Work

011400 Contractor's Use of the Premises

012000 Applications for Payment

012500 Product Substitutions

012600 Modification Procedures

013100 Project Coordination

013119 Project Meetings

013300 Submittals

014219 Reference Standards and Definitions

015000 Temporary Facilities and Protection of Property

017000 Project Closeout

017400 Final Cleaning

017823 Operation and Maintenance Data

017836 Warranties and Bonds

017839 Project Record Documents

018700 Materials and Equipment

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK (NOT USED)

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

033000 Cast-In-Place Concrete

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY (NOT USED)

DIVISION 5 - METALS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTIC (NOT USED)

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

092900 Gypsum Board

095113 Acoustical Panel Ceilings

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES (NOT USED)

TABLE OF CONTENTS 000110 - 2

DIVISION 11 - 21 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING (NOT USED)

DIVISION 23 - MECHANICAL

230100 Mechanical General Provisions

230500 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning

230593 Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB)

230700 Mechanical Insulation

230800 Commissioning

230800A Commissioning Plan

230885 Duct Cleaning

230900 Automatic Temperature Controls

232533 Water Treatment and Filtration Systems

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260100 Electrical General Provisions

260500 Materials and Methods

260519 Conductors

260526 Grounding

260529 Supporting Devices

260533 Raceways

260534 Electrical Boxes and Fittings

262200 Dry-Type Transformers

262416 Panelboards

262420 Motors and Controls

264313 Surge Protective Devices

265100 Interior Building Lighting

END OF SECTION 000110

DRAWING INDEX 000115 - 1

SECTION 000115 - DRAWING INDEX

T0.1 TITLE SHEET

G0.1 GENERAL SITE PLAN

REFLECTED CEILING PLANS

CP1.1 FIRST FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “A” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

CP1.2 FIRST FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “B” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

CP1.3 FIRST FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “C” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

CP1.4 FIRST FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “D” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

CP1.5 SECOND FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “E” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

CP1.6 SECOND FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “F” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

CP1.7 SECOND FLOOR REFLECTED CEILING PLAN – AREA “G” – DEMOLITION AND

NEW WORK

MECHANICAL

M0.1 GENERAL NOTES, LEGEND AND ABBREVIATIONS

M0.2 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES

M0.3 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES

M0.4 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES

M0.5 VENTILATION CALCULATIONS

M0.6 VENTILATION CALCULATIONS

MD1.1 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "A" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.2 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "B" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.3 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "C" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.4 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "D" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.5 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "E" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.6 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "F" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.7 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "G" – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD1.8 ROOF PLAN – MECHANICAL – DEMOLITION

MD2.1 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "A" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

MD2.2 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "B" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

MD2.3 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "C" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

MD2.4 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "D" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

MD2.5 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "E" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

MD2.6 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "F" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

MD2.7 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "G" – PIPING – DEMOLITION

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MD3.1 ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN – MECHANICAL ROOM – DEMOLITION

MD3.2 ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN – MECHANICAL MEZZANINE – DEMOLITION

MD3.3 ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN – MECHANICAL MEZZANINE – DEMOLITION

MD4.1 CHILLED/CONDENSER WATER PIPING DIAGRAMS – DEMOLITION AND NEW

WORK

MD4.2 HOT WATER PIPING DIAGRAMS – DEMOLITION AND NEW WORK

MD5.1 FIELD PICTURES – MECHANICAL

MD5.2 FIELD PICTURES – MECHANICAL

M1.1 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "A" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.2 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "B" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.3 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "C" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.4 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "D" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.5 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "E" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.6 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "F" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.7 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "G" – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M1.8 ROOF PLAN – MECHANICAL – NEW WORK

M2.1 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "A" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M2.2 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "B" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M2.3 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "C" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M2.4 FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA "D" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M2.5 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "E" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M2.6 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "F" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M2.7 SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA "G" – PIPING – NEW WORK

M3.1 ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN – MECHANICAL ROOM – NEW WORK

M3.2 ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN – MECHANICAL MEZZANINE – NEW WORK

M3.3 ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN – MECHANICAL MEZZANINE – NEW WORK

M4.1 MECHANICAL DETAILS

M4.2 MECHANICAL DETAILS

M5.1 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.2 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.3 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.4 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.5 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.6 AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.7 EXISTING AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.8 EXISTING AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M5.9 EXISTING AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

M6.1 CONTROL RISER DIAGRAMS

M6.2 CONTROL RISER DIAGRAMS

ELECTRICAL

E0.1 ELECTRICAL LEGEND, ABBREVIATIONS, NOTES

ED1.1 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘A’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

– DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

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ED1.2 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘B’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

– DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

ED1.3 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘C’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

– DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

ED1.4 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘D’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

– DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

ED1.5 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘E’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY

SYSTEMS – DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

ED1.6 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘F’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY

SYSTEMS – DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

ED1.7 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘G’ – LIGHTING & AUXILIARY

SYSTEMS – DEMOLITION & NEW WORK

ED2.1 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘A’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.2 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘B’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.3 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘C’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.4 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘D’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.5 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘E’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.6 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘F’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.7 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘G’ – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

ED2.8 ROOF PLAN – HVAC POWER – DEMOLITION

E1.1 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘A’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.2 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘B’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.3 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘C’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.4 PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘D’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.5 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘E’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.6 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘F’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.7 PARTIAL SECOND FLOOR PLAN – AREA ‘G’ – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

E1.8 ROOF PLAN – HVAC POWER – NEW WORK

END OF SECTION 000115

SPECIAL CONDITIONS 000820 - 1

SECTION 000820 - SPECIAL CONDITIONS

A. SAFETY

1. State Occupational Safety and Health Standards apply to this project. The Owner and Engineer shall not be held responsible for enforcement of safety conditions. Particular attention to the following subparts must be observed:

a. Ladders and Scaffolds: All ladders, scaffolds, or temporary work platforms to be kept in locked storage or removed from the job site when not in use or when unattended.

b. Cranes, Hoists, Elevators, and Conveyors: Cranes are to be guarded and/or secured at all times when on the job site so as to avoid becoming a hazard to the public and employees.

1) Material hoists, lifts, or conveyors are to be secured so as to avoid becoming a hazard when unattended.

c. Motor Vehicles and Mechanized Equipment: Keys must be removed and secured from vehicles and other mobile equipment when not in use or unattended.

1) Vehicles and mobile equipment with door locking capability will be locked when not in use.

d. Demolition: Pay particular attention to safe procedures for demolition and removal of debris so as not to create a hazard to the public and employees. The disposal of solid waste in open dumps is prohibited.

e. Additional Safety Requirements: No firearms, alcohol, or drugs may be brought onto the project at any time.

1) All poisonous or otherwise hazardous material will be kept in locked containers when not in use or left unattended.

2) Contractor’s personnel will strictly adhere to all traffic regulations, traffic patterns, and speed limits.

3) If any hot work, including but not necessarily limited to welding, burning, or torch cutting, is required, the Contractor will station a watchman inside the building with proper fire extinguisher equipment.

2. Applicable Standards and Codes:

a. Wherever reference is made to any published standards, codes, or standard specification, it shall mean the latest standard code, specification, or tentative specification of the technical society, organization, or body referred to, which is in effect at the date of Invitation for Bids.

The following is a partial list of typical abbreviations which may be used in the specifications and the organizations to which they refer:

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute

ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

UL - Underwriters Laboratory

NEC - National Electrical Code

USBC - Uniform Statewide Building Code (Virginia)

VBPVRR- Virginia Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules and Regulations

3. Fire Protection:

a. The Contractor shall not use flammable liquids or gases, stoves, salamanders, tar pots, etc., in and on the building unless approved by the Engineer. Where welding, cutting, or burning are necessary, incombustible shields shall be used, and suitable fire extinguishing equipment shall be maintained nearby. Paints, oils, turpentine, and similar materials shall be stored in well-ventilated spaces, and no other materials shall be stored therein. The arrangement for storage must have written approval of the Owner. The Contractor shall provide and maintain an adequate number of fire extinguishers throughout the construction period. Free and unobstructed access shall be maintained at all times to fire extinguishing equipment and fire hydrants.

b. The Contractor shall designate a regular supervisory employee as a Fire Warden, and he shall be responsible for all fire prevention, fire protective matters, and posting of fire protection procedures at the work site.

4. Prevention of Nuisance from Noise, Etc.:

a. The Contractor shall be responsible for curtailing noise, smoke, fumes, or other nuisances resulting from his operations within the limitations set by law and as directed by the Owner or Engineer.

5. Permits:

a. Attention is called to license charges and fees pertaining to construction work, as levied by local governments. Such charges and fees, based on the amount of contracted work, are the responsibility of the Contractor. Such permits include but are not limited to hauling materials, dumping materials, and crossing roads with utilities. All crossings of roads shall be bore crossings unless otherwise agreed to by the Department of

Transportation Resident Engineer. The Contractor is also responsible for paying all taxes applicable to the project.

6. Temporary Facilities:

a. The Contractor shall coordinate with Owner Representative for location of trailers, storage, and portable toilet at the pre-construction meeting.

b. The Contractor shall control workers at all times. Workers are not to use school lounges or telephones.

c. When possible, parking areas for construction employees in the vicinity of the project site

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will be allocated. The Contractor is responsible for informing his employees that they cannot park in any location other than the allocated areas. All existing parking regulations will be enforced. Control of vehicles on the site is the responsibility of the Contractor.

d. Construction fencing, where required, must be adequate to protect persons and property.

7. Utility Outages:

a. The Contractor shall not disrupt traffic, utilities, or the normal daily operation of the school nor produce excessive dust, noise, or fumes without prior Owner Representative coordination and permission.

b. Authority for power outages must be obtained from the Engineer, who will coordinate the interruption of service with the Contractor and the City parties affected. In general, a request for interruption to service will require at least 21 working days for approval.

8. Lead Paint:

a. Lead paint issues may arise during the Project. Contractor shall have properly trained contractors and subcontractors that are able to safely perform work even if lead paint may be present at some locations. Newport News Public Schools will provide testing for lead based paint using an X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectrum analyzer. The Contractor shall conduct any further testing necessary to be in compliance with the OSHA Lead in Construction

Standard consistent with 29 CFR 1926.62. The Contractor shall be required to comply with

EPA Renovate Repair and Paint (RRP) Rule for pre-1978 child occupied facilities. Lead safe work practices shall be used when disturbing any painted surface with detectable lead using an XRF Spectrum Analyzer. Newport News Public Schools agree that there is no present belief that there will be a need to abate lead paint during the Project. If lead abatement becomes a requirement, Newport News Public Schools will determine the appropriate course of action which may include abatement or removal of an area from the

Scope of Services.

9. Temporary HVAC Requirements:

a. Contractor shall be responsible for all temporary cooling, heating, and dehumidification equipment to maintain the space temperature and humidity below the maximum limits of

78°F DB and 60% RH. Provide equipment with capacity as shown on the project drawings.

b. Temporary cooling, heating, and dehumidification equipment shall be provided for the

Library.

END OF SECTION 000820

PROJECT SCHEDULE 010200 - 1

SECTION 010200 - PROJECT SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 PURPOSE

A. The Contractor shall begin work on the date to be specified on the Owner’s written “Notice to

Proceed” and shall substantially complete the project before July 31, 2024. The Contractor shall pay as liquidated damages the sum of $1,000.00 per day for each consecutive calendar day thereafter for which the project is not substantially complete.

The Contractor shall achieve final completion of the project before August 19, 2024. The

Contractor shall pay as liquidated damages the sum of $1,000.00 per day for each consecutive calendar day thereafter for which the project has not achieved final completion.

The Contractor can perform work during any period of time from the Notice to Proceed date and the substantial completion dated noted above, provided the following requirements are met:

• Prior to beginning work on site, the contractor shall present a complete project schedule to the Owner that outlines the intended construction schedule during the occupied and unoccupied periods.

• Any work completed during the occupied periods, shall not disrupt the activities of the students, staff, and operations of the facility.

• All spaces shall be heated or conditioned prior to staff and students returning to the space.

If permanent HVAC equipment is not available, the Contractor shall provide temporary cooling or heating as required.

• The Contractor may work during nights, weekends and holidays to complete the project.

1.3 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. The “Work” generally includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Replace internal components of Air Handling Units.

2. Replace Kitchen combined supply and exhaust fan.

3. Replace chiller and chilled water pumps.

4. Replace condenser water pumps.

5. Remove plate and frame heat exchanger.

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6. Replace existing boilers with condensing boilers and convert the hot water system from temperatures of 180°F/160°F to 140°F/110°F.

7. Replace variable air volume boxes with series fan powered variable air volume boxes with hot water coils sized for new lower temperatures.

8. Replace all units with hot water coils, including but not limited to cabinet unit heaters and duct heating coils.

9. Replace exhaust fans and roof intake hoods.

10. The installation of Bipolar ionization units in all air handling units.

11. Replace the building automation system with HONEYWELL controls to be provided by a Honeywell Authorized Controls Integrator. This includes the NIAGRA/JACE web server platform.

12. Install controllers for all new and existing units for new building automation system.

13. Provide Commissioning for all new mechanical units and controls.

14. All required electrical work to support the mechanical scope.

15. Removal and reinstallation of ceiling grid as required to support the mechanical and electrical scope.

16. Professional cleaning of existing ductwork to remain.

Contractor shall visit the site and explore the existing conditions prior to bidding. Contractor shall be aware of potential damage to building, sidewalks, roadways, and landscaping in determining the method for removal and installation of equipment. Contractor shall take special care in protecting trees that may interfere with the removal and installation of equipment.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 010200

CODE OF CONDUCT 010800 - 1

SECTION 010800 - CODE OF CONDUCT

and other Division-l Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2. SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for the prescribed Code of

Conduct while working on school premises.

1.3. CONDUCT

A. The following rules shall apply at all times that students, faculty and staff are on the premises:

1. Owner’s Representatives are on site to assist the Contractor (and his subcontractors) in coordination of the Work at the school, and with any required interaction between school personnel. They shall be the only means of communication between the Contractor (and his subcontractors) and persons at the school, except in life threatening emergencies.

2. Minor first-time violation of this relationship will result in a warning or removal from the project. Repeated violations will result in removal from the project.

3. Construction workers shall under no circumstances consult with the school principal and / or teachers regarding any issue of a construction nature, except as noted above.

4. All Contractors (subcontractors) shall wear a colored identification badge while on school premises. Failure to do so is reason for removal from the Job Site.

5. The General Contractor will distribute and maintain badges in accordance with County guidelines.

6. Fraternization between construction workers and teachers or students is strictly prohibited.

Any contact deviating from normal courteous behavior will be considered reason for removal from the project.

7. If any student or teacher persist in disrupting the activities of construction work, the Owner’s representative shall be notified immediately. Any work proceeding at the direction of a teacher, administrator or staff may result in the work being undone, corrected in accordance with the Contract Documents, or no compensation to the contractor.

8. Use of vulgar, suggestive or abusive language is strictly prohibited in the presence of or within earshot of teachers, students, school administrators or staff.

9. Consumption of alcohol or alcohol containing beverages is strictly prohibited on school grounds.

10. Use and / or possession of any controlled substance or substances considered to be illegal are strictly prohibited on school grounds. Any violation will result in removal from the project, and violator shall be turned over to the proper authorities.

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11. Use and / or possession of any firearms or weapons considered to be illegal are strictly prohibited on school grounds. Any violation will result in removal from the project, and violator shall be turned over to the proper authorities.

12. Cigarette smoking is prohibited on school grounds.

13. The use of personal radios / stereos is not permitted.

14. Construction workers shall only use the restrooms designated by the Owner for use by construction workers.

15. Contractors shall park in designated areas only.

16. All construction materials and equipment shall be safely secured and stored when not in use.

17. Any demolition work shall not cause any disruption of communication or fire alarm system in occupied areas.

18. All construction work shall be performed to minimize disruption to any school activity. This may require the contractor to schedule work during off peak hours and shall be accounted for by the contractor during scheduling and included within the bid. Any conflicts shall be brought to the attention of the Architect and Owner’s representative prior to proceeding with the work.

19. Construction workers are not permitted free access to the school: Access shall be limited to specific task of construction in designated areas only. The school shall not be used as a shortcut from one portion of construction Work to another, unless specifically designated as a construction route by the Contract Documents or the Owner’s representative. This shall apply at all times during the Work without exception.

20. Adequate temporary lighting shall be provided in all demolished / construction areas, including provisions for parking areas which remain in use subsequent to removal of fixtures.

21. Fire exits may not be blocked. (except as indicated in the documents, and as directed by the local authority having jurisdiction)

22. School dumpsters are not for construction debris. The contractor shall provide suitable equipment for prompt and safe removal of all construction debris.

23. Adequate ventilation must be maintained during welding or torch cutting procedures. In addition, spark screens shall be used, and adequate fire extinguishing equipment shall be present. All standard safety procedures shall be observed.

24. Appropriate barricading, fencing and signage shall be used to clearly indicate areas of on-going construction, material storage, or any other condition that may create an unsafe environment for non-construction workers.

25. The Contractor is responsible for the safety, security, and cleanliness of all school property which may remain in the assigned areas of construction.

26. For the Contractor’s protection, he may solicit the confirmation of the quantity, quality, etc.

of the items of concern with the Owner’s representative prior to occupancy. Any shortages or damages noted upon returning to the area of the school shall be considered the

Contractor’s responsibility. This is of special concern in areas where items (such as athletic equipment) are stored. This shall also include, but not be limited to, damage to carpet, vinyl floor, painted walls, blackboards, bulletin boards, clocks, speakers and furniture.

27. Eating from the school cafeteria is not permitted.

28. Fumes from work that occurs adjacent to HVAC intake or exhaust areas shall be blocked so that they do not enter into the HVAC system.

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1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor’s responsibilities shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Owner’s Representatives shall be informed and kept advised of all construction activities at the school. They will assist the Contractor in coordination of the Work effecting school systems, such as electrical, mechanical, plumbing, telephone, etc.

2. A minimum 48-hour notice is required prior to disruption of utilities or services to the school.

3. Owner’s Representatives shall be informed and kept advised of the schedule for classroom turnover, and the need to have spaces vacated for construction.

4. Owner’s Representatives shall be kept advised of any disruptions or concerns that develop at the school, or with any persons at the school not related to the construction.

5. The General Contractor shall have an authorized and qualified representative, project manager or superintendent on the site at all times during which Work is proceeding. No exceptions.

1.5 SPECIAL COORDINATION AND COOPERATION

A. Owner Occupancy of Existing School Facility: The Owner may occupy all or portions of the existing school facility outside of the construction contract limits for each phase of the construction during some of the construction period. The Contractor shall cooperate with the Owner during the construction period to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner’s usage of the building / premises.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for scheduling Work so as not to interfere with the Owner’s normal operations.

C. To best facilitate the continued operation of the school (while in session), determine with the

Owner a general sequence of construction.

D. Generally, renovations shall be accomplished when areas are vacant or when school is not in session, with full access to the building unless noted otherwise.

E. Where isolating work areas requires closing off existing exit-ways, work shall be coordinated with the Owner and the Fire Marshall, providing and maintaining safe egress from the building.

F. Certain items / materials indicated for removal shall be salvaged and turned over to the Owner.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 010800

SUMMARY OF WORK 011100 - 1

SECTION 011100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

1.2 DRAWINGS ACCOMPANYING PROJECT MANUAL

A. The Drawings accompanying this Project Manual are listed immediately following the Table of

Contents in this Project Manual.

1.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. The “Work” generally includes but is not limited to the following:

Base bid as designated on the Bid Form

1. Replace internal components of Air Handling Units.

2. Replace Kitchen combined supply and exhaust fan.

3. Replace chiller and chilled water pumps.

4. Replace condenser water pumps.

5. Remove plate and frame heat exchanger.

6. Replace existing boilers with condensing boilers and convert the hot water system from temperatures of 180°F/160°F to 140°F/110°F.

7. Replace variable air volume boxes with series fan powered variable air volume boxes with hot water coils sized for new lower temperatures.

8. Replace all units with hot water coils, including but not limited to cabinet unit heaters and duct heating coils.

9. Replace exhaust fans and roof intake hoods.

10. The installation of Bipolar ionization units in all air handling units.

11. Replace the building automation system with HONEYWELL controls to be provided by a Honeywell Authorized Controls Integrator. This includes the NIAGRA/JACE web server platform.

12. Install controllers for all new and existing units for new building automation system.

13. Provide Commissioning for all new mechanical units and controls.

14. All required electrical work to support the mechanical scope.

15. Removal and reinstallation of ceiling grid as required to support the mechanical and electrical scope.

16. Professional cleaning of existing ductwork to remain.

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1.4 PERMITS, FEES AND CHARGES

A. General: The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all applicable permits, fees and charges, not specifically excluded from the Contract and not specifically indicated to be obtained and paid for by the Owner.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 011100

CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES 011400 - 1

SECTION 011400 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES

and other Division-l Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 DESCRIPTION

A. Work Included: This Section applies to situations in which the Contractor or his representatives, including but not necessarily limited to suppliers, subcontractors, employees, and field engineers, enter upon the Owner’s property.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Promptly, upon award of the Contract, notify all pertinent personnel regarding requirements of this Section.

B. Require that all personnel who will enter upon the Owner’s property certify their awareness of and familiarity with the requirements of this Section.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Staff Names: Within 15 days of Notice to Proceed, submit a list of the Contractor's principal staff assignments, including the Superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the site;

identify individuals, their duties and responsibilities; list their addresses and telephone numbers.

B. Post copies of the list in the temporary field office.

1.5 GENERAL

A. Construction areas of the building will be vacated during the construction period of Summer

2024.

B. Permission to interrupt utility service or gain access to the building shall be requested 7 calendar days in advance. Power outages must be coordinated with Owner a minimum of 21 days prior to the outage.

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C. Limit use of the premises to construction activities in areas indicated. Portions of the site beyond areas in which construction operations are indicated are not to be disturbed.

D. The Contractor shall protect all improvements which are to remain from damage. All improvement and ground areas damaged during construction shall be restored to like new work.

All sidewalks, parking lot surfaces, and curbs shall be protected from the work. Any damaged surfaces shall be restored to new condition.

E. The Contractor shall limit staging areas to prevent scattering of construction materials and equipment throughout site. The Contractor shall indicate at the Pre-Construction meeting the location and limits of staging areas that he anticipates utilizing for approval by Owner.

F. Keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the Owner and the

Owner’s employees at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

G. Park in designated pre-approved areas only.

H. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on site.

I. Maintain the building in a weather-tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Take all precautions necessary to protect the building and its occupants during the construction period. Where removal of existing roof construction is necessary to accomplish the Work, have all material and labor ready to provide adequate and approved watertight temporary covering of exposed areas at the end of each day until work is complete.

J. The Contractor shall strictly prohibit weapons, drugs, and tobacco products in all school buildings and property. The Contractor shall restrict and instruct all personnel at the project site that talking to students and/or teachers as well as using school telephones is prohibited. A dress code which requires all construction personnel to wear shirts at all times (without slogans) will be strictly enforced.

1.6 CONTRACTOR’S VEHICLES

A. Parking for Contractor’s vehicles, vehicles belonging to employees of the Contractor, and all other vehicles entering upon the Owner’s property in performance of the Work of the Contract shall only use the parking and access route as authorized by the Owner.

1.7 SECURITY

A. Restrict the access of all persons entering upon the Owner’s property in connection with the work to the access route and to the actual site of the work. Employees of all Contractors shall be required to display a photo identification badge at all times while on Newport New Public

Schools property.

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1.8 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. The Owner will occupy the site and all facilities located at the site during the entire period of construction. The Contractor shall cooperate fully with the Owner and any of his representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts and to facilitate the

Owner’s usage of the facilities. The Contractor shall perform the work so as not to interfere with the Owner’s usage and other facility operations.

1.9 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF EXISTING BUILDINGS

A. Use of the building will not be permitted, except in the actual area of the work. The Contractor shall not allow the use of the Owner’s telephone by the Contractor’s personnel, subcontractor personnel, or other persons entering upon the Owner’s buildings in connection with the work unless otherwise specified.

1.10 PROJECT SCHEDULE AND PHASING

A. Refer to Section 010200, “Project Schedule”.

1.11 RECORD OF EXISTING DAMAGE

A. Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall photograph or video tape all existing damage to building surfaces, finishes, furniture, equipment, and any other property left in the area of work.

A copy of the record video, documentation, and photographs shall be provided to the Owner prior to beginning work. The Contractor shall be responsible for repair or replacement of all property damaged as a result of the Contractor’s work. Should a dispute occur, the video tape, documentation, or photographs shall be used to settle the dispute. Any damage not documented shall be considered the Contractor’s responsibility. Contractor shall verify the operation of all devices removed to facilitate the construction, including but not limited to speakers, clocks, motion detectors, smoke detectors, light fixtures, etc.

1.12 TIME OF WORK

A. Construction work may be done between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Monday through Thursday. With the Owner’s prior approval, work may be done between the hours of

7:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

1.13 SYSTEM SHUTDOWNS

A. The Contractor shall schedule the work in such a manner as to complete the work so that system downtime will be at a minimum. Under no circumstances shall the Contractor shut down any systems without Owner’s approval.

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B. The Contractor shall not interfere with the operation of equipment and services in those areas of the facility where work is not scheduled and where the Owner, employees, and others occupy the facility, facilities, and/or site.

C. The Owner’s representative shall be informed at least 7 calendar days in advance of each scheduled shutdown. The Owner shall approve the shutdown schedule in writing.

1.14 CONTRACTOR’S DUMPSTER

A. Contractor shall provide and dump regularly a minimum 10 cubic yard dumpster on site during the construction period for construction debris disposal.

1.15 MANNER OF CONDUCTING THE WORK

A. Daily Cleanup: The Contractor shall regularly clean up work in a manner consistent with this

Specification. The Contractor shall provide daily cleanup of dust and debris to preclude the potential of contamination of new materials and equipment or existing equipment. All building entrances, corridors, sidewalks, and exterior pavement shall be cleaned of debris and materials daily to provide clean and unobstructed vehicular and walk paths. The work shall be so executed, and such temporary facilities furnished, as to preclude interference with access within and between the existing building areas and structures and to cause no possible interference with the operation of any essential service thereof. If daily cleanup is not performed to the satisfaction of the Owner, the Owner reserves the right to perform cleanup after 24 hours’ notice and back-charge Contractor at rate of $30.00 per hour.

B. Existing Utilities and Equipment: Do not operate or disturb the setting of valves, switches, or electrical equipment on the service lines to the building, and service within the building, except by proper previous arrangement with the Owner and in the presence of the Owner or his authorized representative.

C. Coordination: Coordinate demolition and installation of temporary and permanent utilities with the Owner. Schedule this work so as to cause no disruption of existing building operation and minimum delay of the work. Notify the Owner a minimum of 7 calendar days in advance of anticipated utility outages (21 days for power outages), and schedule such work so as not interrupt normal school operations. Coordinate with the City of Newport News to ensure that all underground utilities are marked prior to start of work by Dominion Energy Virginia.

Coordinate with the City of Newport News Fire Marshal all fire system work and adhere to all requirements of the Fire Marshal for protection of the building.

D. Damage to Existing Facilities: Restore existing work, including concealed work not indicated or specified to be modified, and which is damaged or otherwise affected by the Contractor’s operations, to a condition equal to that which existed before the work was commenced. Use workmanlike manner where new construction adjoins, connects to, or abuts existing work. Join new work to existing work in such a manner as to make the joining as inconspicuous as possible. Obvious patching of damaged work will not be acceptable. At the completion, ensure that the buildings and grounds are in first-class condition within the intent of these

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Specifications, with all new parts well joined to the old as required, all connections completed, and all facilities in full working condition.

E. Protection of Existing Floors, Desks, Carpets, Chairs, and Cabinetry and Other Furnishings:

Protect all existing floors, carpets, desks, chairs, cabinetry, chalkboards, tackboards, and any other attached or unattached furnishings in the project areas with a minimum 6-mil polyethylene sheeting. Secure polyethylene sheeting to baseboards to protect floors. Protect wall finishes as required by construction activities. Wall finishes damaged by the attachment of protective sheeting shall be repaired and painted to match surrounding surfaces. Carpet shall be protected with a minimum of two layers of 6-mil polyethylene sheets. The contractor shall cover all Smart Boards with cardboard and a minimum 6-mil polyethylene sheeting. The contractor shall be responsible for any damage done to the existing finishes and furniture.

F. Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall photograph or video tape all existing damage to building surfaces, finishes, furniture, equipment, HVAC equipment, lights, computers and peripherals, intercom, security system, computer drops, and any other property left in the area of work. A copy of the record video and photographs shall be provided to the Owner prior to beginning work. The Contractor shall be responsible for repair or replacement of all property damaged as a result of the Contractor’s work. Should a dispute occur, the video tape or photographs shall be used to settle the dispute. Any damage not documented shall be considered the Contractor’s responsibility.

G. Final Cleaning: Provide professional cleaners using commercial quality building maintenance equipment and materials to clean the building in accordance with Section 017400, “Final

Cleaning”, prior to the date of Substantial Completion.

H. Containment: Maintain containment barriers of the project areas as indicated and as required to preclude construction-generated dust and dirt from entering non-construction areas.

I. In the event the Contractor does not comply with the construction documents, the Owner may procure the services of another qualified Contractor and deduct his costs from the Contract amount.

END OF SECTION 011400

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SECTION 012000 - APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements governing the Contractor's

Applications for Payment.

B. Coordinate the Schedule of Values and Applications for Payment with the Contractor's

Construction Schedule, List of Subcontracts, and Submittal Schedule.

C. The Contractor's Construction Schedule and Submittal Schedule are included in Section

"Submittals".

1.3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Coordinate preparation of the Schedule of Values with preparation of the Contractor's

Construction Schedule.

B. Correlate line items in the Schedule of Values with other required administrative schedules and forms, including:

1. Contractor's construction schedule

2. Application for Payment form

3. List of subcontractors

4. List of products

5. List of principal suppliers and fabricators

6. Schedule of submittals

C. Submit the Schedule of Values to the Engineer within ten (10) days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed, unless otherwise directed by the Owner.

D. Use the Project Manual Table of Contents as a guide to establish the format for the Schedule of

Values.

E. Include the following Project identification on the Schedule of Values:

1. Project name and location

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2. Name of the Engineer

3. Project number

4. Contractor's name and address

5. Date of submittal

F. Arrange the Schedule of Values in a tabular form with separate columns to indicate the following for each item listed:

1. Generic name

2. Related Specification Section

3. Name of subcontractor

4. Name of manufacturer or fabricator

5. Name of supplier

6. Change Orders (numbers) that have affected value

7. Dollar value

8. Percentage of Contract Sum to the nearest one-hundredth percent, adjusted to total 100 percent.

G. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in accordance with requirements of the General

Conditions and in sufficient detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Applications for

Payment and progress reports. Break principal subcontract amounts down into several line items.

H. Round amounts off to the nearest whole dollar; the total shall equal the Contract Sum.

I. For each part of the Work where an Application for Payment may include materials or equipment, purchased or fabricated and stored, but not yet installed, provide separate line items on the Schedule of Values for initial cost of the materials, for each subsequent stage of completion, and for total installed value of that part of the Work.

J. Margins of Cost: Show line items for indirect costs, and margins on actual costs, only to the extent that such items will be listed individually in Applications for Payment. Each item in the

Schedule of Values and Applications for Payment shall be complete including its total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit margin.

K. At the Contractor's option, temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place may be shown as separate line items in the Schedule of Values or distributed as general overhead expense.

L. Schedule Updating: Update and resubmit the Schedule of Values when Change Orders or

Construction Change Directives result in a change in the Contract Sum.

1.4 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Each Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by the Engineer and paid for by the Owner.

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B. The initial Application for Payment, the Application for Payment at time of Substantial

Completion, and the final Application for Payment involve additional requirements.

C. Payment Application Times: Each progress payment date is as indicated in the General

Conditions. The period of construction Work covered by each Application or Payment is the period indicated in the General Conditions.

D. Payment Application Forms: Use AIA Document G 702 and Continuation Sheets G 703 as the form for Application for Payment.

E. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on the form, including notarization and execution by person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of the Owner. Incomplete applications will be returned without action.

1. Entries shall match data on the Schedule of Values and Contractor's Construction

Schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions have been made.

2. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued prior to the last day of the construction period covered by the application.

F. Transmittal: Submit 3 executed copies of each Application for Payment to the Engineer by means ensuring receipt within 24 hours; one copy shall be complete, including waivers of lien, invoices for stored on site material, and similar attachments, when required.

G. Transmit each copy with a transmittal form listing attachments, and recording appropriate information related to the application in a manner acceptable to the Architect.

H. Waivers of Mechanics Lien: With each Application for Payment submit waivers of mechanics liens from subcontractors or sub-subcontractors and suppliers for the construction period covered by the previous application.

1. Submit partial waivers on each item for the amount requested, prior to deduction for retainage, on each item.

2. When an application shows completion of an item, submit final or full waivers.

3. The Owner reserves the right to designate which entities involved in the Work must submit waivers.

4. Submit final Application for Payment with or preceded by final waivers from every entity involved with performance of Work covered by the application who could lawfully be entitled to a lien.

I. Waiver Forms: Submit waivers of lien on forms, and executed in a manner, acceptable to

Owner.

J. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of the first Application for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors

2. Schedule of Values

3. Contractor's Construction Schedule (preliminary if not final)

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4. Submittal Schedule (preliminary if not final)

5. Copies of building permits

6. Copies of authorizations and licenses from governing authorities for performance of the

Work.

7. Initial progress report

8. Report of pre-construction meeting

9. Certificates of insurance and insurance policies

10. Performance and payment bonds (if required)

11. Data needed to acquire Owner's insurance

K. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: Following issuance of the Certificate of

Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment; this application shall reflect any

Certificates of Partial Substantial Completion issued previously for Owner occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

1. Administrative actions and submittals that shall proceed or coincide with this application include:

a. Occupancy permits and similar approvals

b. Test/adjust/balance record

c. Maintenance instructions

d. Start-up performance reports

e. Change-over information related to Owner's use, operation and maintenance.

f. Final cleaning

g. Application for reduction of retainage, and consent of surety

h. Advice on shifting insurance coverages

i. List of incomplete Work, recognized as exceptions to Architect's Certificate of

Substantial Completion.

j. Waivers of Mechanics Liens

k. Items required by the General Conditions

L. Final Payment Application: Administrative actions and submittals which must precede or coincide with submittal of the final payment Application for Payment include the following:

1. Completion of Project closeout requirements.

2. Completion of items specified for completion after Substantial Completion.

3. Assurance that unsettled claims will be settled.

4. Assurance that Work not complete and accepted will be completed without undue delay.

5. Transmittal of required Project construction records to Owner.

6. Proof that tax, fees and similar obligations have been paid.

7. Removal of temporary facilities and services.

8. Removal of surplus materials, rubbish and similar elements.

9. Final waiver of Mechanics Liens.

10. Items required by the General Conditions.

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END OF SECTION 012000

PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS 012500 - 1

SECTION 012500 - PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for handling requests for substitutions made after award of the Contract.

B. The Contractor's Construction Schedule and the Schedule of Submittals are included under

Section 013300, "Submittals".

C. Standards: Refer to Section 014219 "Reference Standards and Definitions" for applicability of industry standards to products specified.

D. Procedural requirements governing the Contractor's selection of products and product options are included under Section 018700 "Materials and Equipment".

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions used in this Article are not intended to change or modify the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents.

B. Substitutions: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction required by Contract Documents proposed by the Contractor after award of the

Contract are considered requests for "substitutions." The following are not considered substitutions:

1. Substitutions requested by Bidders during the bidding period, and accepted prior to award of Contract, are considered as included in the Contract Documents and are not subject to…