Radar_Base_Dormitory_Removal_Statement_of_Work_and_Specifications.pdf

SPECIFICATIONS FOR

RADAR BASE DORMITORY REMOVAL

March 2, 2023 ii iii

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 - SCOPE OF WORK

1.1 – Definitions

1.2 – Description

1.3 – Location and Conditions

1.4 – Schedule

1.5 – Contract Administration

1.6 – Quality of Work

1.7 – Codes and Standards

1.8 – Special Construction Requirements

1.9 – Contract Closeout

01020 – MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT

1.1 – Measurement & Payment

01030 - MOBILIZATION

1.1 - Summary

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK

02010 – BUILDING DEMOLITION

1.1 – Description

1.2 – Definitions

1.3 – Material Ownership

1.4 – Submittals

1.5 – Quality Assurance

1.6 – Project Conditions

2.1 – Not Used

3.1 – Examination

3.2 – Preparation

3.3 – Protection

3.4 – Demolition (General)

3.5 – Mechanical Demolition iv

3.6 – Explosive Demolition

3.7 – Site Restoration

3.8 – Repairs

3.9 – Recycle Demolished Materials

3.10 – Disposal Of Demolished Materials

3.11 – Cleaning

02020 – ASBESTOS MATERIAL REMEDIATION

1.1 – Summary

1.2 – Related Sections

1.3 – References

1.4 – Submittals

1.5 – Quality Assurance

1.6 – Regulatory Requirements

1.7 – Project Conditions

2.1 – Equipment

2.2 – Materials

3.1 – Preparation

3.2 – Monitoring

3.3 – Site Inspection

3.4 – Demolition Procedure

3.5 – Cleaning

3.6 – Disposal

3.7 – Protection

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 - SCOPE OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 – Definitions

Contractor – the successful bidder who is awarded the contract.

Government – the Contracting Officer (CO) or designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) of the Coronado National Forest.

1.2 – Description

Contractor shall furnish all materials, equipment, transportation, labor, supervision, and other associated work necessary to complete work according to the specifications.

This project involves the demolition of the Radar Base Dormitory, a two-story concrete block (CMU) constructed building. The structure is believed to contain both Asbestos and Lead. It has been unoccupied and received no maintenance for a significant amount of time. The Scope of work associated with the project includes the following:

• Review the existing asbestos inspection report/findings for the structure, as necessary prior to demolition.

• Conduct hazmat surveys to identify all hazmat associated with demolition of structure PRIOR to demolition. If hazmat is found:

a. Properly remove and dispose all hazmat of prior to demolition of the structure in accordance with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

• Site Cleanup: Complete total removal, disposal, and site cleanup of the structure identified in this Contract. This shall include all items stored inside the building and all materials related to the structure above the ground surface such as utilities, plumbing, and any concrete slab foundation as necessary.

• Abatement and disposal of identified hazardous materials (asbestos, flaking lead-based paint, soil contamination, and/or universal waste) in building/structure in accordance with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations

• Removal of concrete slab to require minor excavation, minor clearing, along with above ground utility equipment for electrical, water and sewer is included in this demolition operation. Backfill holes and grading to match surrounding grade.

• Ground plumbing and utilities to be stubbed 2-feet below ground and capped.

Underground and overhead utility service may be existing at the site. All materials and debris designated by the Government shall be removed from the sites, unless identified for salvage as Government property. Close all septic systems if necessary. Closure must be completed in accordance with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations

All electrical, plumbing, etc. work shall be considered incidental to the demolition of the structure. Other infrastructure shall remain in place as part of the system to the maximum extent possible.

All work is to be performed in accordance with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances. Any work that is outside of this contract scope must be approved the Forest Service Contracting Officer before the work can be initiated.

1.3 – Location and Conditions

Work will take place at the Radar Base Dormitory, which is located north of the City of Tucson atop the Santa Catalina Mountains in the Santa Catalina Ranger District within Pima County, Arizona. The Radar Base Site is approximately 45 miles from downtown Tucson with a travel time around 90-minutes. The physical address of the site is 9800 E Ski Run Rd, Mt. Lemmon, AZ 85619. The site may be accessed using paved highways and roadways, mainly National Forest System Road 11 (Ski Run Rd off of General Hitchcock Hwy). The elevation of the site is 9,157 feet. The coordinates for the site are Latitude= 32.441152° and the Longitude= -110.791182° (Township 11 South, Range 15 East, Section 35).

It will be the Contractor’s responsibility to familiarize themselves with the existing conditions and notify the Government of any discrepancies shown in these documents.

The Contractor shall coordinate with public utility companies for protection of existing utilities, including requesting "Blue Stake" or a private utility location service in advance of any ground- disturbing activities. The existing utilities (underground or overhead) have not been identified within the project areas, but this shall not relieve the Contractor from taking preventive measures and being responsible for protecting any utilities that may be encountered during construction operations. The contractor shall be responsible for any repairs to these utilities if damaged during construction operations.

The Contractor shall notify the CO immediately if any utilities are damaged and need repair.

For delivery of materials and other construction-related items, the Contractor shall coordinate with COR. The Contractor is advised to determine safe vehicle lengths and load limits for roads that access the site.

The Contractor shall provide temporary toilet facilities (porta-potty) at the site during construction work.

1.4 – Schedule

A pre-work meeting for clarification of the project will be held if needed or desired by either the contractor or the Government

A schedule for all work must be submitted to and approved by the Government PRIOR to construction beginning.

The Contractor shall notify the Forest Service three (3) days in advance of any survey work and seven (7) days in advance of any construction work.

All work shall be completed within 120 days of award.

1.5 – Contract Administration

The Contractor shall be fully responsible for seeing that construction activities conform to the specifications and provisions of this contract. The Government will provide timely reviews as requested by the Contractor and may periodically review work at any time.

Construction quality control shall include supplying all the personnel, equipment, and documentation necessary to ensure that construction is completed in compliance with the specifications and provisions of the contract.

The Contractor shall clearly stake limits of construction and maintain marks throughout construction. The Government will review all staking.

1.6 – Quality of Work

The Contractor shall take reasonable precautions to protect adjacent properties from damage while performing the work. The Contractor shall restore any damage or injury caused by the Contractor in the course of this work at no additional cost to the Government.

The Contractor shall keep the project area open for administrative and emergency traffic at all times.

All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering the site in compliance with STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ROADS AND BRIDGES ON FEDERAL HIGHWAY PROJECTS, FP-14 : 107.10 Environmental Protection. The removal of mud and debris from treads, tracks and undercarriage, with emphasis on axles, frame, cross-members, motor mounts, and underneath steps, running boards, and front bumper/brushguard assemblies shall be required. The purpose is to reduce or eliminate the transportation of noxious weeds, which is required by Federal and State regulations.

The Contractor shall notify the CO 48 hours in advance of mobilizing equipment to the site to arrange an inspection.

During hauling the Contractor shall comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials on public roads within and outside of the limits of the project.

1.7 – Codes and Standards

Codes and standards of the following associations and listed publications will become part of this contract:

1. International Building Code (IBC)

2. National Electrical Code (NEC)

3. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

4. Underwriters' Laboratories, Incorporated (UL)

5. International Mechanical Code (IMC)

6. International Fire Code (IFC)

7. Americans with Disability Act Standards (ADA) for Accessible Design

8. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Standards

9. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

10. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

11. National Sanitary Foundation (NSF)

12. Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)

13. Forest Service Handbook 6709.11 health and Safety Code Handbook

All materials, workmanship, and designs shall meet specified requirements of the standards referenced in this section and other local or state codes, related to this type of work, whichever is more stringent.

If a particular item is not covered by a standard, it shall be proven by certified test by a reputable laboratory to be capable of performing satisfactorily, at no additional cost to the Government.

1.8 – Special Construction Requirements

Upon completion of the project, all demolished improvements and other construction materials shall be removed from Government land and disposed of in accordance with State and County standards.

All site features to remain shall be protected from damage during the project. Any damage to site features shall be repaired to their original condition at the cost of the Contractor.

Construction Access and Protection: The Contractor shall be responsible for securing the project area from the public and government personnel. This includes providing the necessary security for protection of the Contractor's materials, equipment, tools and work until final acceptance by the Government. The Contractor shall also provide sufficient signs, barriers, barricades, markers, etc. to warn of hazardous conditions and to protect people from injury.

Equipment and Material Storage: The Contractor shall obtain permission from the Government for equipment and material storage, and for other areas needed for construction.

Utilities: Electricity and water may be available on site. Contractor shall coordinate with

COR.

1.9 – Contract Closeout

Remove temporary facilities and provide final cleaning and touch-up. Restore portions of buildings, site improvements, landscaping, and other items damaged by construction operations to the satisfaction of the Government at no additional expense to the Government.

*** END OF SPECIFICATION 01010 ***

01020 – MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT

1.1 – Measurement & Payment

Measurement and payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. All other work and materials will be considered incidental to the completion of the items shown and no separate payment will be made.

*** END OF SPECIFICATION 01020 ***

01030 - MOBILIZATION

1.1 - Summary

This work shall include preparatory work and operations, including those necessary to the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies and incidentals to the project site; and for other work and operations which must be performed, or costs incurred prior to beginning work on the various items on the project site. This specification does not include moves between project sites.

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01030***

***END OF DIVISION 1***

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK

02010 – BUILDING DEMOLITION

1.1 – Description

The work of this section consists of demolition and removal of the following:

1. Radar Base Dormitory: The building is 166' x 33' (5,502 ft2), two-story rectangular structure, built with 8"X4"X16" CMUs on a formed concrete slab and foundation.

It has a medium-pitched ridge roof sheathed in multiple layers of roof paper, rolled composition roofing, and (more recently) elastomeric roof coating. A 4'X4' concrete landing is located outside the entry doors centered on each end of the building. Crank-type casement windows, either 8-pane or 16-pane, were used for light and ventilation. The interior primarily comprises small single- or doble-occupancy dormitory rooms; each floor also has a common bathroom/shower and utility room.

2. Disconnecting and removal of utilities.

1.2 – Definitions

A. Remove: Detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or recycled.

B. Remove and Salvage: Detach items from existing construction and deliver them to the COR ready for reuse.

C. Existing to Remain: Existing items of construction that are not to be removed and that are not otherwise indicated to be removed, removed and salvaged, or recycled.

1.3 – Material Ownership

A. Historic items, relics, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, antiques, and other items of interest or value to the CO that may be encountered during building demolition remain the Government’s property. Carefully remove and salvage each item or object in a manner to prevent damage and deliver promptly to the CO.

1.4 – Submittals

A. Qualification Data, for the following:

a. Demolition Firm.

b. Equipment operators.

c. Hazardous materials abatement personnel

B. Proposed Protection and Control Measures: Submit statement or drawing that indicates the measures proposed for use, proposed locations, and proposed time frame for their operation. Identify options if proposed measures are later determined to be inadequate. Include measures for the following:

a. Environmental protection.

b. Dust Control.

c. Noise Control.

d. Fire Plan

C. Schedule of Building Demolition Activities: Indicate detailed sequence of demolition and removal work, with starting and ending dates for each activity, interruption of utility services, and locations of temporary protection and means of egress.

D. Pre-demolition photographs or video: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements, that might be misconstrued as damage caused by building demolition operations. Submit before Work begins.

E. Landfill Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of hazardous wastes by a landfill facility licensed to accept hazardous wastes.

F. Statement of Refrigerant Recovery: Signed by refrigerant recovery technician responsible for recovering refrigerant, stating that all refrigerant that was present was recovered and that recovery was performed according to EPA regulations. Include name and address of technician and date refrigerant was recovered.

1.5 – Quality Assurance

A. Refrigerant Recovery Technician Qualifications: Certified by EPA-approved certification program.

B. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginning demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Standards: Comply with all State, Federal and Local Regulations.

D. Pre-demolition Conference: Conduct conference project site.

1.6 – Project Conditions

A. Building to be demolished is vacant and use has been discontinued.

B. The Government and Special Use Permittes will occupy other buildings immediately adjacent to demolition area. Conduct building demolition in a manner where normal day to day operations will not be disrupted.

a. Provide not less than 72 hours' notice to CO of activities that may affect normal day to day operations.

b. Maintain access to existing walkways, exits, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, exits, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Government assumes no responsibility for buildings and structures to be demolished.

D. Hazardous Materials are present in the building/structure to be demolished. A report on the presence of hazardous materials is on file for review and use. Examine report to become aware of locations where hazardous materials are present.

a. Hazardous material remediation is specified elsewhere in the Contract Specifications.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 – Not Used

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 – Examination

A. Survey existing conditions and correlate with requirements indicated to determine extent of building demolition required.

B. Review Project Record Documents of existing construction provided by CO.

Government does not guarantee that existing conditions are same as those indicated in Project Record Documents.

C. Inventory and record the condition of items to be removed and salvaged.

D. When unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements are encountered, investigate, and measure the nature and extent of the element. Promptly submit a written report to CO.

E. Perform a survey of condition of building to determine whether removing any element might result in structural deficiency or unplanned collapse of any portion of structure or adjacent structures during building demolition operations.

F. Verify that hazardous materials have been remediated before proceeding with building demolition operations.

3.2 – Preparation

A. Refrigerant: Remove and store refrigerant according to 40 CFR 82 and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Existing Utilities: Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utilities serving buildings and structures to be demolished.

a. Arrange to shut off indicated utilities with utility companies.

b. If utility services are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, before proceeding with building demolition provide temporary utilities that bypass buildings and structures to be demolished and that maintain continuity of service to other buildings and structures.

c. Cut off pipe or conduit a minimum of 24 inches below grade. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit after bypassing.

C. Existing Utilities: Do not start demolition work until utility disconnecting and sealing have been completed and verified in writing.

D. Temporary Shoring: Provide and maintain interior and exterior shoring, bracing, or structural support to preserve stability and prevent unexpected movement or collapse of construction being demolished.

E. Removed and Salvaged Items: Comply with the following:

a. Clean salvaged items of dirt and demolition debris.

b. Pack or crate items after cleaning. Identify contents of containers.

c. Store items in secure area until delivery to Government.

d. Transport items to the Government's storage area designated by CO.

e. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

3.3 – Protection

A. Existing Facilities: Protect adjacent walkways, loading docks, building entries, and other building facilities during demolition operations.

B. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling during demolition. When permitted by CO, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location during demolition and reinstalled in their original locations after demolition operations are complete.

C. Existing Utilities: Maintain utility services indicated to remain and protect them against damage during demolition operations.

a. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving adjacent occupied or operating facilities unless authorized in writing by CO and authorities having jurisdiction.

b. Provide temporary services during interruptions to existing utilities, as acceptable to the Government and to authorities having jurisdiction. Provide at least 72 hours' notice to CO if shutdown of service is required during changeover.

D. Temporary Protection: Erect temporary protection, such as walks, fences, railings, canopies, and covered passageways, where required by authorities having jurisdiction.

a. Protect existing site improvements, appurtenances, and landscaping to remain.

b. Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.

c. Provide protection to ensure safe passage of people around building demolition area and to and from occupied portions of adjacent buildings and structures.

d. Protect walls, windows, roofs, and other adjacent exterior construction that are to remain and that are exposed to building demolition operations.

3.4 – Demolition (General)

A. General: Demolish indicated existing buildings, structures, and site improvements completely. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows:

a. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials.

Maintain fire watch and portable fire-suppression devices during flame-cutting operations.

b. Maintain adequate ventilation when using cutting torches.

c. Locate building demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.

B. Perform surveys as the Work progresses to detect hazards that may result from building demolition activities.

C. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct building demolition and debris-removal operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.

a. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, walkways, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from CO and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by authorities having jurisdiction.

b. Use water mist and other suitable methods to limit spread of dust and dirt.

Comply with governing environmental-protection regulations. Do not use water when it may damage adjacent construction or create hazardous or objectionable conditions, such as ice, flooding, and pollution.

D. All facilities and materials scheduled for demolition must be completely removed off Government lands and disposed of legally by the Contractor.

E. All work shall be performed in a workman like manner, to the quality and standard of the industry. Contractor shall be an experienced firm that has expertise in demolition work similar in material and extent to that indicated for this Project.

3.5 – Mechanical Demolition

A. Remove buildings, structures, and site improvements intact when permitted by authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Proceed with demolition of structural framing members systematically, from higher to lower level. Complete building demolition operations above each floor or tier before disturbing supporting members on next lower level.

C. Remove debris from elevated portions by chute, hoist, or other device that will convey debris to grade level in a controlled descent.

a. Remove structural framing members and lower to ground by method suitable to minimize ground impact or dust generation.

D. Concrete: Cut concrete full depth at junctures with construction indicated to remain, using power-driven saw, then remove concrete between saw cuts.

E. Masonry: Cut masonry at junctures with construction indicated to remain, using power-driven saw, then remove masonry between saw cuts.

F. Concrete Slabs-on-Grade: Saw-cut perimeter of area to be demolished at junctures with construction indicated to remain, then break up and remove.

G. Structural Steel: Dismantle field connections without bending or damaging steel members. Do not use flame-cutting torches unless otherwise authorized by CO.

a. Transport steel trusses and joists as whole units without dismantling them further.

H. Carpet and Pad: Remove in large pieces and roll tightly after removing demolition debris, trash, adhesive, and tack strips.

I. Building Components: Remove the following components, as whole units, intact and undamaged:

a. Metal gratings.

b. Metal ladders.

c. Doors.

d. Windows.

e. Door hardware.

f. Cabinets.

g. Mirrors.

h. Chalkboards and marker boards.

i. Tackboards.

j. Toilet accessories.

k. Plumbing fixtures.

l. Light fixtures.

J. Elevators: Remove as whole units as much as practical.

K. Equipment: Disconnect equipment at nearest fitting connection to services, complete with service valves. Remove as whole units, complete with controls.

L. Below-Grade Construction: Abandon foundation walls and other below-grade construction. Cut below-grade construction flush with grade.

M. Below-Grade Construction: Demolish foundation walls and other below-grade construction that is within 5 feet outside of footprint indicated for new construction.

Abandon below-grade construction outside this area.

a. Remove below-grade construction, including basements, foundation walls, and footings, completely.

N. Below-Grade Construction: Demolish foundation walls and other below-grade construction.

a. Remove below-grade construction, including basements, foundation walls, and footings, completely.

O. Existing Utilities: Abandon existing utilities and below-grade utility structures. Cut utilities flush with grade.

P. Existing Utilities: Demolish existing utilities and below-grade utility structures that are within 5 feet outside of footprint indicated for new construction. Abandon utilities outside this area.

a. Fill abandoned utility structures with satisfactory soil materials approved by the

COR.

Q. Existing Utilities: Demolish and remove existing utilities and below-grade utility structures.

3.6 – Explosive Demolition

A. Explosives: Use of explosives is NOT PERMITTED.

3.7 – Site Restoration

A. Below-Grade Areas: Rough grade below-grade areas ready for further excavation or new construction.

B. Below-Grade Areas: Completely fill below-grade areas and voids resulting from building demolition operations with satisfactory soil materials approved by the COR.

C. Site Grading: Uniformly rough grade area of demolished construction to a smooth surface, free from irregular surface changes. Provide a smooth transition between adjacent existing grades and new grades.

3.8 – Repairs

A. General: Promptly repair damage to adjacent construction caused by building demolition operations.

B. Where repairs to existing surfaces are required, patch to produce surfaces suitable for new materials.

C. Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining construction in a manner that eliminates evidence of patching and refinishing.

3.9 – Recycle Demolished Materials

A. General: Separate recyclable demolished materials from other demolished materials to the maximum extent possible. Separate recyclable materials by type.

a. Provide containers or other storage method approved by CO for controlling recyclable materials until they are removed from Project site.

b. Stockpile processed materials on-site without intermixing with other materials.

Place, grade, and shape stockpiles to drain surface water. Cover to prevent windblown dust.

c. Stockpile materials away from demolition area. Do not store within drip line of remaining trees.

d. Store components off the ground and protect from the weather.

e. Transport recyclable materials off Government’s property and legally dispose of them.

3.10 – Disposal Of Demolished Materials

A. General: Except for items or materials indicated to be recycled, reused, salvaged, reinstalled, or otherwise indicated to remain Government property, remove demolished materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in an EPA-approved landfill.

a. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.

b. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas.

B. Burning: DO NOT BURN demolished materials.

C. Disposal: Transport demolished materials off Government property and legally disposes of them.

3.11 – Cleaning

A. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by building demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before building demolition operations began.

***END OF SPECIFICATION 02010***

02020 – ASBESTOS MATERIAL REMEDIATION

1.1 – Summary

A. This section specifies the removal and disposal of asbestos-containing materials.

B. The material to be removed is located in the Radar Base Dormitory.

1.2 – Related Sections

A. 02010 Building Demolition

1.3 – References

A. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

a. 29 CFR 1910.1001 - Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

b. 29 CFR 1910.20 - General Safety and Health Provisions

c. 40 CFR 61 Subpart M - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regulations for Asbestos

B. State Codes and Ordinances:

a. State and Local Codes, which regulate conduct of such work.

1.4 – Submittals

A. Plan of Action.

a. The Contractor shall submit a detailed plan of the procedures they intend to use to comply with the regulations included in this specification. The plan shall include the location and layout of decontamination areas, the sequencing of asbestos work, the interface of trades involved in the performance of work, methods to be used to assure the safety of building occupants and visitors to the site, disposal plan including location of approved disposal site, sampling and testing, and a detailed description of the methods to be employed to control pollution. The plan must be approved by the CO prior to commencement of work for conformance to these specifications.

B. Contractor Qualification Information.

a. Record of experience qualifying the firm as a specialist in asbestos abatement shall be submitted with the bid. As a minimum, this shall include documentation of successful performance in asbestos removal including the name and address of the purchaser of the service, location of work performed, and a record of air monitoring as required by 29 CFR 1910.1001.

C. Laboratory Qualification Information.

a. Submit proof of qualifications of testing laboratory and personnel.

Accreditation by the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) for asbestos work and certification that persons counting the samples have been judged proficient by successful participation in the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Proficiency Analytical Testing (PAT) Program shall be considered sufficient proof of compliance. Submittal must be approved by the CO prior to beginning any testing.

D. Certificate of Compliance.

a. Submit certification that vacuums, ventilation, and other equipment required to contain airborne asbestos fibers conform to Federal, State and Local regulations.

1.5 – Quality Assurance

A. Contractor Qualifications.

a. The Contractor shall be a firm of established reputation (or, if newly organized, whose personnel have previously established a reputation in the field) that is regularly engaged in and that maintain a regular force of workers skilled in asbestos abatement and shall have performed this work on previous projects.

b. The Contractor and their employees shall be licensed to remove asbestos material as required by the State.

1.6 – Regulatory Requirements

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining approval for a waste disposal site in compliance with Section 61.25 of the EPA regulations.

B. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations pertaining to the protection of workers, visitors to the site, and persons occupying areas adjacent to the site. The Contractor is responsible for providing medical examinations and maintaining medical records of personnel as required by the applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations.

C. Asbestos Control Limits.

a. Inside Asbestos Work Area.

i. Air concentrations of asbestos shall not exceed an 8 hour time weighted average of 0.2 fibers (longer than 5 micrometers) per cubic centimeter of air. See 29 CFR 1910.1001.

b. Outside Asbestos Work Area.

i. Air concentrations of asbestos shall be maintained at an 8 hour time weighted average below 0.1 fiber (longer than 5 micrometers) per cubic centimeter of air. This applies to all areas in the building while work is in progress, except for the asbestos work area.

c. Final Clearance.

i. After final clean up, concentrations shall be below 0.01 fibers per cubic centimeters of air.

1.7 – Project Conditions

A. Radar Base Dormitory, a two-story concrete block (CMU) constructed building. The structure is believed to contain both Asbestos and Lead. It has been unoccupied and received no maintenance for a significant amount of time.

B. Means of Egress.

a. Establish and maintain emergency and fire exits from the work area.

C. Use of Existing Facilities.

a. The Contractor may use electricity, water and sanitation facilities in the building for project use only.

D. Access to Work Area.

a. Access to work area shall be through decontamination areas. The following shall have access to work areas:

i. Personnel properly trained and fully equipped for safety will be permitted in the work areas.

ii. Qualified State and EPA personnel will be permitted in the work areas.

iii. CO and designated representatives will be permitted in the work areas.

b. The Contractor shall provide protective clothing and respirators for the above listed personnel.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 – Equipment

A. Protective Equipment.

a. Equipment, including protective clothing and respirators, used in the execution of this Contract and provided to visitors to the site shall comply with the applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

B. Disposal Containers.

a. Plastic bags shall be "leak-tight,” 6 mil polyethylene. Bags may be placed in 55 gallon drums for additional protection. Bags and drums (if used) must be labeled as specified by NESHAPS or OSHA.

i. NESHAPS.

Contains Asbestos Avoid Opening or Breaking Container

Breathing Asbestos is Hazardous to Your Health

ii. OSHA.

Caution Contains Asbestos Fibers

Avoid Creating Dust Breathing Asbestos Dust

May Cause Serious Bodily Harm C. Vacuum Cleaners

a. All vacuums used shall be high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter type.

2.2 – Materials

A. Wetting Agent.

a. The wetting agent shall be 50 percent polyoxethylene ester and 50 percent polyoxethylene ether, in concentration of one (1) ounce in five (5) gallons of water.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 – Preparation

A. Isolate the work area for the duration of the work according to acceptable trade practice and code requirements.

B. Build double barriers of plastic sheeting at all entrances and exits to the work area so that the work area is always closed off by 1 barrier when workers enter or exit.

C. Cover all floor, ceiling, and wall surfaces in the work area with 6 mil plastic sheeting taped securely in place to protect from damages.

D. Before the work is begun, clean all removable items and equipment. Remove them from the work area and store as directed.

E. Cover all nonremovable items and equipment in the work area with plastic sheeting taped securely in place.

F. Remove all heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system filters; pack them in sealable plastic bags (6 mil minimum) for disposal in the approved waste disposal site.

G. Post warning signs and labels as required by 29 CFR 1910.1001 and ASTM E849 and as directed by the CO.

3.2 – Monitoring

A. Monitoring of airborne concentrations of asbestos shall be in accordance with 29 CFR

1910.1001. Monitor the airborne concentration of asbestos before starting work to obtain a base line fiber concentration in the affected areas. Then monitor once every 4 hours during the work shift inside the asbestos work area, outside the entrance to the asbestos work area, and at the exhaust opening of the local exhaust system. If monitoring shows airborne concentrations causing excessive levels, notify the Contracting Officer immediately. In addition, monitor the airborne concentrations of asbestos after final cleanup and removal of the enclosure of the asbestos control area.

3.3 – Site Inspection

A. While performing asbestos abatement work, the Contractor shall be subject to on-site inspection by agency officials. Work shall also be subject to inspection by OSHA and EPA inspector (and/or local building or health officials).

3.4 – Demolition Procedure

A. The asbestos material shall be sprayed with water containing a wetting agent in the form of a fine spray. The material shall be sufficiently saturated to prevent emission of airborne fibers in excess of the exposure limits.

B. The asbestos material shall be removed in small sections. Before beginning the next section, the material shall be packed while still wet into sealable plastic bags and placed into drums for transporting.

C. Asbestos material around ducts may be removed using "glove bags."

D. All plastic sheeting, tape, cleaning material, clothing and all other disposable material or items used in the work area shall be packed into sealable plastic bags, placed into drums and marked per regulations.

3.5 – Cleaning

A. The Contractor shall clean all surfaces in the work area.

B. After 24 hours, the Contractor shall wet-clean all surfaces in the work area again.

C. After completion of the second cleaning operation, the Contractor and COR shall perform a complete visual inspection of the work area to ensure that the area is dust free. If dust is observed, further cleaning will be required at Contractor’s expense.

D. Monitor for airborne asbestos after final clean up, as described.

E. After all work areas have been found to be in compliance, all entrances and exits are to be unsealed and all plastic sheeting, tape and all other trash and debris are to be disposed of in sealable plastic bags (6 mil minimum) and disposed of with the other waste.

3.6 – Disposal

A. Waste asbestos material shall be disposed of in accordance with all Federal and State regulations implementing the intent of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (40 CFR 260-265) and at an approved sanitary landfill. The "small quantity exclusion" of the regulations shall not apply to disposal of waste asbestos materials. Establish a temporary holding area approved by the COR for properly packaged asbestos waste.

3.7 – Protection

A. Post warning signs and EPA and OSHA regulations as well as applicable State laws.

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