Attachment 1_Specifications.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

INCLUDING SPECIFICATIONS

For Construction Including Historic Rehabilitation of the

U S D A FOREST SERVICE

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST RESEARCH STATION

SAN JOAQUIN EXPERIMENTAL RANGE

SJER BARRACKS SEISMIC UPGRADE

Phase 1 and Phase 2

24075 Highway 41, (close to) Coarsegold, Ca 93614

Prepared for

USDA FOREST SERVICE

Pacific Southwest Region 5

1323 Club Drive, Vallejo, CA 94592

Contracting Officer’s Representative:

Mia Schiattone, Facilities & Engineering Services Group Leader

USDA Forest Service - Pacific Southwest Research Station

800 Buchanan Street, Albany, CA 94710 Phone: (510) 559-6494 Fax: (510) 559-6440

E-mail: mschiattone@fs.fed.us

Prepared by

USDA FOREST SERVICE - PACIFIC SOUTHWEST RESEARCH STATION

800 Buchanan Street, Western Annex Building, Albany, CA 94710

MARCY WONG DONN LOGAN ARCHITECTS

800 Bancroft Way, Suite 200, Berkeley, CA 94710

July 12, 2010, revised July 29, 2010

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST RESEARCH STATION USDA FOREST SERVICE

July 23, 2010 00 01 10 - 1 Table of Contents

SECTION 00 01 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROJECT MANUAL

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

Section 00 01 01 Project Title Page 00 01 10 Table of Contents

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 30 00 Administrative Requirements 01 31 00 Project Management and Coordination 01 35 91 Historic Treatment Procedures 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 60 00 Product Requirements 01 62 00 Product Options 01 70 00 Execution Requirements 01 73 29 Cutting and Patching 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 36 Warranties 01 79 00 Demonstration and Training

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 02 41 19 Selective Building Demolition and Protection 02 41 98 Geotechnical Data (with Evaluation) 02 80 00 Hazardous Material Abatement & Related Construction (with Survey)

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE (See Structural Drawings for all Structural Notes)

Section 03 54 00 Cast Underlayment

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

Section 04 01 20 Maintenance of Adobe Masonry

DIVISION 5 – METALS

Section 05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

Section 06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 06 20 00 Finish Carpentry 06 40 00 Architectural Woodwork

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DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 07 21 00 Thermal Insulation 07 28 00 Building Envelope Underlayments 07 31 13 Asphalt Shingles 07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 07 90 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

Section 08 14 00 Wood Doors 08 29 00 Window and Door Repair 08 52 00 Wood Windows 08 70 00 Hardware 08 80 00 Glazing 08 92 00 Sunshades

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

Section 09 01 20 Plaster Patching 09 01 64 Wood Flooring Restoration 09 21 16 Gypsum Board Assemblies 09 30 00 Tiling 09 65 17 Linoleum Flooring 09 85 50 Celotex Panels 09 90 00 Painting and Coating

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

Section 10 14 00 Signage 10 28 13 Toilet Accessories 10 28 19 Tub and Shower Enclosures 10 44 13 Fire Extinguishers

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

Section 11 31 00 Residential Appliances

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

Section 12 21 14 Horizontal Wood Louver Blinds

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Not used.

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

Not used.

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DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

Section 22 05 00 Common Work Results for Plumbing 22 05 03 Pipes and Tubes for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 22 07 00 Plumbing Insulation 22 36 00 Domestic Water Heaters 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures

DIVISION 23 – HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Section 23 05 00 Common Work Results for HVAC 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 23 07 00 HVAC Insulation 23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 23 30 00 HVAC Air Distribution 23 81 26 Split-System Air Conditioners

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

Section 26 00 00 Electrical General Provisions 26 05 26 Grounding 26 10 00 Basic Construction Materials and Methods 26 24 16 Distribution Panels and Panelboards 26 50 00 Lighting

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

END OF SECTION

July 12, 2010 01 11 00 - 1 Summary of Work

SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Project consists of construction including historic rehabilitation of the USDA Forest Service San Joaquin Experimental Range (SJER) Barracks Seismic Upgrade, as indicated in Contract Documents.

1. Items noted "NIC" (Not in Contract) will be furnished and installed by Owner (USDA Forest Service) or under separate contract.

2. Hazardous Materials Removal: Remove hazardous materials encountered during Work in conformance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

a. Contractor shall maintain full responsibility for hazardous materials removal and disposal; Architect and Owner shall not administer, oversee, review, or be involved in any way with methods used and safety precautions taken.

3. Contractor shall notify the Owner a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days before Start of Construction.

B. Division 1: Where provisions of General Conditions relate to Project administration or work-related requirements of the Contract, those paragraphs are expanded in Division 1 - General Requirements.

1. General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 - General Requirements contain information necessary for completion of every part of Project.

2. Where items of Work are done under subcontracts, each item shall be subject to these conditions.

1.2 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED

A. This section includes administrative provisions:

1. Work sequence.

2. Contractor use of premises.

3. Field engineering.

4. Regulatory requirements and reference standards.

5. Owner furnished, Contractor installed products.

6. Special definitions.

1.3 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Coordinate construction schedule and operations with Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

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1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. Limit use of premises for Work and construction operations and to allow for work by other contractors.

B. Coordinate use of premises and access to site under direction of Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1.5 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Provide field engineering services; establish lines and levels by use of recognized engineering survey practices.

B. Locate and protect control and reference points.

1.6 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS AND REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Regulatory Requirements:

1. Contracting Officer’s Representative has submitted drawings to the State Office of Historic Preservation.

2. Contractor shall be responsible for contacting governing authorities directly for necessary information and decisions bearing upon performance of Work.

Contractor shall first submit request for and receive written authorization from Contracting Officer’s Representative prior to contacting governing authorities.

B. Reference Standards:

1. For Products specified by association or trade standards, comply with requirements of referenced standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

2. Applicable date of each standard is that in effect as of date on proposal or date on Contract where no proposal is available, except when a specific date is specified.

1.7 OWNER FURNISHED, CONTRACTOR INSTALLED PRODUCTS

A. Select products are to be furnished and paid for by Owner and installed by Contractor:

1. Refer to Drawings.

B. Owner's Responsibilities:

1. Arrange for and deliver shop drawings, product data, and samples to Contractor.

2. Arrange and pay for product delivery to site.

3. Inspect products jointly with Contractor on delivery.

4. Submit claims for transportation damage.

5. Arrange for replacement of damaged, defective, or missing items.

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6. Arrange for manufacturer's warranties, inspections, and service.

C. Contractor's Responsibilities:

1. Review shop drawings, product data, and samples.

2. Receive and unload products at site.

3. Inspect jointly with Contracting Officer’s Representative for completeness and damage.

4. Handle, store, and install products.

5. Finish products as required after installation.

6. Repair or replace items damaged by Work of this Contract.

1.8 SPECIAL DEFINITIONS

A. Approved: Approved, directed, selected, required, ordered, designated, accepted, acceptable, and satisfactory shall require written action by Contracting Officer’s Representative.

B. Equal, or Approved Equal: Equal and approved equal shall require requests for substitutions for products or manufacturers not specified.

1. Requests for substitutions shall be in accordance with requirements of Section 01 62 00 - Substitutions.

C. Furnish: Furnish means supply and deliver to Project, unless otherwise defined in greater detail.

D. Install: Install means furnish and install unless noted otherwise, including operations at Project, from inspecting and unloading, to completion in place, ready for intended use.

E. Provide: Provide means furnish and install, complete and ready for intended use, unless otherwise defined in greater detail.

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SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section describes general procedural requirements for ongoing submittals.

1. Construction progress schedules.

2. Schedule of values.

3. Shop drawings.

4. Product data.

5. Samples.

6. Manufacturers' certificates.

7. RFI Procedures

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 40 00: Test reports, manufacturer's field reports, and mock-ups.

2. Section 01 62 00: Product options and substitution request procedures.

3. Section 01 70 00: Manufacturers’ instructions.

4. Section 01 77 00: Closeout requirements including Project Record Documents.

5. Section 01 78 36: Warranties.

1.2 PROCEDURES

A. Submittals: Transmit each item under form furnished by Contracting Officer’s Representative; where Contractor proposes to use customized submittal transmittal form, submit sample to Contracting Officer’s Representative for approval prior to use.

1. Identify Project, Contractor, subcontractor, major supplier.

a. Attach sequential identification number for each new submittal.

b. Identify each resubmittal using original submittal number and sequential identification clearly indicating item is resubmitted.

2. Identify pertinent Drawing sheet and detail number, and Specification section number as appropriate.

3. Identify deviations from Contract Documents.

4. Provide space for Contractor and Architect review stamps.

5. Contractor: Review and stamp submittals from subcontractors prior to submitting to Contracting Officer’s Representative.

a. Review submittals and indicate where conflicts occur with Contract Documents and with work of other subcontractors.

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b. Return submittals that vary significantly from Contract Documents for correction and resubmittal prior to submitting to Contracting Officer’s Representative.

c. Submittals that vary significantly from Contract Documents and that fail to indicate thorough Contractor review prior to submission to Contracting Officer’s Representative will be returned without review.

d. Cursory review and stamping of subcontractor submittal by Contractor shall not be acceptable.

B. Initial Schedules: Submit initial progress schedule and schedule of value in duplicate within 15 working days after award of Contract.

1. After review by Owner and Architect revise and resubmit where required.

C. Comply with progress schedule for submittals related to Work progress. Coordinate submittal of related items.

D. After Architect review of submittal, revise and resubmit as required, identify changes made since previous submittal.

E. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals to concerned persons. Instruct recipients to promptly report any inability to comply.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. Submit construction progress schedule with separate item for each major trade and operation, identifying first day of each week.

1. Show complete sequence of construction by activity, identifying work of separate stages and logically grouped activities.

2. Show projected percentage of completion for each item of Work as of time of each progress Application for Payment.

3. “Submittal Schedule”: Show Contractor submittal dates required for shop drawings, product data, and samples, and product delivery dates; deliver to Architect per approved “Submittal Schedule.”

a. “Submittal Schedule” may be incorporated into construction progress schedule or may be separate, Contractor option.

b. Architect’s Review Period: Architect will be expedient in review, however, Contractor shall schedule submittals recognizing possibility Architect may reject and may require resubmittal.

c. Contract extension shall not be allowed for Contractor’s failure to properly schedule submittals to allow for Architect requiring resubmittal.

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B. Progress Schedule Format: Submit both horizontal bar chart and network analysis system using critical path method as approved by Owner.

1. Submit revised progress schedules with each Application for Payment reflecting changes since previous submittal, not less than monthly.

1.4 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit typed schedule on AIA Form G703 or another Owner and Architect pre-approved 8-1/2" by 11" paper format; Contractor's standard media-driven printout will be considered on request. Submit within 15 days after award of Contract.

B. Format: Table of Contents of this Project Manual, with modifications as pre-approved by Owner and Architect; identify each line item with number and title of major Specification sections.

C. Include in each line item a directly proportional amount of Contractor overhead and profit.

D. Revise schedule to list change orders for each Application for Payment.

1.5 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Submit number of copies Contractor requires, plus four additional copies to be retained by government and design team; minimum sheet size 11" by 17".

B. After review, reproduce and distribute.

1.6 PRODUCT DATA/MANUFACTURERS' LITERATURE

A. Mark each copy to identify applicable Products, models, options, and other data;

supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to the Work.

B. Include manufacturers' installation instructions only when required by Specifications or specifically requested by Architect.

1. Maintain copy of manufacturer installation instructions and recommendations in Contractor's field office for review.

C. Submit number of copies Contractor requires, plus four additional copies to be retained by government and design team.

1.7 SAMPLES

A. Submit full range of manufacturers' standard colors, textures, and patterns for Contracting Officer’s Representative selection.

B. Submit samples to illustrate functional characteristics of Product, with integral parts and attachment devices.

C. Coordinate submittal of different categories for interfacing work.

D. Include identification on each sample, giving full information.

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E. Submit number of samples required by Contractor plus two additional copies to be retained by government and design team.

1. Maintain one set of approved samples at Project Field Office.

F. Sizes: Provide following sizes unless otherwise specified.

1. Flat or Sheet Products: Minimum 6" square, maximum 12" by 12".

2. Linear Products: Minimum 6", maximum 12" long.

3. Bulk Products: Minimum one pint, maximum one gallon.

G. Full size samples may be used in the Work upon approval.

1.8 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

A. Contractor request for information shall be requested on a "Request For Information" (RFI) form approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). This form shall reference all applicable Contract Document(s), including Specification section(s), detail(s), page number(s), drawing number(s), and sheet number(s), etc. Each RFI must include a "Contractors Recommended Solution" section along with a project impact section. Failure to submit questions on this form or failure to complete “Contractors Recommended Solution” will be cause for rejection of the Request for Information by the COR. The Contractor must indicate if there will be a cost or time impact for the complete "Contractors Recommended Solution", at the time of submission. Contractor is not obligated to identify the extent of cost or time impact at the time of submission.

B. A Request for Information cannot modify the Contract Price, Contract Time, or the

Contract Documents.

C. The Contractor shall maintain an RFI log to track information pertaining to the RFI and its response.

D. The COR will perform and initial review and will forward those RFI’s requiring Design

Team input to the Architect. The COR endeavor to respond to RFI's within 10 working days from the date the RFI is received from the Contractor. However, depending on the RFI, response time might be shorter or longer. Contractor shall perform coordination efforts required to generate RFI in a timely fashion, so as not to adversely impact the schedule.

E. The Contractor shall be responsible for any costs incurred for professional services that

Owner may deduct from any amounts owing to the Contractor, if a Request for Information requests an interpretation or decision of a matter where the information sought is equally available to the party making the request. Owner, at its sole discretion, shall deduct from and/or invoice Contractor for all the professional services arising herein.

1.9 MANUFACTURERS' CERTIFICATES

A. Submit certificates, in duplicate in accordance with requirements of each Specification section.

July 12, 2010 01 31 00 - 1 Project Management and Coordination

SECTION 01 31 00

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Description of Project management and coordination including but not necessarily limited to the following:

1. General Project coordination procedures.

2. Staff names.

3. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

4. Project meetings.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 01 30 00: Administrative requirements.

2. Section 01 79 00: Demonstration and training.

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in various Specifications sections to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of Work.

1. Coordinate construction operations that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

2. Coordinate work to assure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of construction elements.

3. Make provisions for accommodating items installed by Owner or under separate contracts.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved as needed, outlining special procedures required for coordination.

1. Include required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings; include Contracting Officer’s Representative in distribution.

C. Verify characteristics of interrelated operating equipment are compatible; coordinate work having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connection to, and placing such equipment in service.

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D. Coordinate space requirements and installation of mechanical and electrical work indicated diagrammatically on Drawings.

1. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduits as closely as possible; make runs parallel with lines of building.

2. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

E. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas unless otherwise indicated;

coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

F. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of administrative procedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflicts and ensure orderly progress of Work.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Staff Names: Immediately after receipt of notice to proceed or immediately after signing of Contract by Owner and Contractor, submit list of principal staff assignments, including superintendent and other personnel in attendance at Project site.

1. Post copies of list in Project meeting room, in temporary field office, and by each temporary telephone.

1.4 SUPERVISORY AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL

A. Provide supervisory personnel, in addition to Project Superintendent, as required for proper and timely performance of Work and coordination of subcontracts.

B. Provide administrative staff as required to allow Project Superintendent and supervisory personnel to allocate maximum time to Project supervision and coordination.

1.5 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer Project meetings throughout progress of Work:

1. Pre-construction meeting.

2. Progress meetings at weekly intervals.

3. Pre-installation conferences.

4. Coordination meetings.

5. Special meetings.

B. Make physical arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings, record minutes and distribute copies within two days to Architect, Owner, participants, and those affected.

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C. Attendance: Job superintendent, major subcontractors and suppliers as appropriate to agenda; Contracting Officer’s Representative, Project Inspector as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

D. Suggested Agenda: Review of Work progress, status of progress schedule and adjustments, delivery schedules, submittals, requests for information, maintenance of quality standards, pending changes and substitutions, and issues needing resolution.

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SECTION 01 35 91

HISTORIC TREATMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Special procedures for historic rehabilitation.

1. Project includes rehabilitation in areas of historic significance; make every effort to comply with following requirements.

a. Match existing materials, where indicated, to maximum degree possible given present day material availability and craftsmanship.

b. Take special precautions in executing work to avoid damage to existing materials to remain.

c. Avoid unnecessary cutting and patching of existing materials to remain.

2. Close off, seal, mask or board up areas, materials and surfaces not receiving restoration and cleaning work, to protect from damage.

3. Buildings will be made available to those bidding work for review of existing materials; carefully examine materials and adjacent systems to assure total compliance.

a. Extent of materials of historic significance is subject to review and opinion of Architect and authorities having jurisdiction.

4. Exterior and interior of buildings are to be considered of historic significance.

5. Review each Specification section for applicable requirements for historic rehabilitation and renovation, and for matching of existing materials.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service: "The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring & Reconstructing Historic Buildings.”

B. U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service: “Preservation Briefs.”

C. U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service: “Preservation Tech Notes.”

1.3 DESCRIPTION

A. Design and Performance Requirements: Conform to referenced U.S. Department of the Interior "Standards”, “Preservation Briefs”, and “Preservation Tech Notes” unless more stringent requirements are indicated.

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit written request well in advance of executing cutting or alteration that affects elements of historic significance. Request shall include following information.

1. Identification of Project.

2. Description of affected work.

3. Necessity for cutting or alteration.

4. Alternatives to cutting and patching.

5. Description of proposed work including:

a. Scope of cutting, patching, alteration, or excavation.

b. Products proposed to be used.

c. Extent of refinishing to be included.

B. Submit written notice to Contracting Officer’s Representative designating date and time when work of historic significance will be uncovered.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Qualifications: Employ quality craftspersons to duplicate elements of historic significance; where available, employ craftspersons specializing in historic rehabilitation and renovation.

1. Definition of a craftsperson is an individual with specialized knowledge and experience capable of recognizing situations that require special attention and working with design professions to find solutions for such special problems.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Comply with Specifications and standards for each product involved.

B. Where Specifications and standards have not been provided, provide materials and fabrication consistent with historic significance of building, quality of Project and intended for commercial construction.

C. Provide new materials for historic rehabilitation and renovation unless otherwise indicated or unless specific items have been approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION

A. Inspect existing conditions of Project, including elements of historic significance subject to damage.

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B. After uncovering work of historic significance, inspect conditions affecting installation of products, and of performance of work.

C. Report unsatisfactory conditions in writing; do not proceed with work until Contracting Officer’s Representative has provided further instructions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Provide adequate temporary support as necessary to assure structural value or integrity of elements of historic significance.

B. Provide devices and methods to protect existing and remodeled elements of historic significance from damage.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. Employ quality craftspersons to duplicate elements of historic significance; where available, employ craftspersons specializing in historic rehabilitation and renovation.

1. Definition of craftspersons is individuals with specialized knowledge and experience capable of recognizing situations which require special attention and working with design professions to find solutions for such special problems.

B. Restore work of historic significance in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

C. Refinish entire surfaces as necessary to provide even finish to match adjacent finishes:

1. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection.

2. For an assembly, refinish entire unit.

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SECTION 01 40 00

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section describes general quality control requirements.

1. General quality control.

2. Manufacturers' field services.

3. Mock-ups.

4. Independent testing laboratory services.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Refer to applicable codes and Specifications sections for test requirements.

1.2 QUALITY CONTROL, GENERAL

A. Maintain quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce work of specified quality.

1.3 MANUFACTURER'S FIELD SERVICES

A. When specified in respective Specification sections, require manufacturer or supplier to have qualified personnel provide on-site observations and recommendations.

1. Observe field conditions, including conditions of surfaces and installation.

2. Observe quality of workmanship.

3. Provide recommendations to assure acceptable installation and workmanship.

4. Where required, start, test, and adjust equipment as applicable.

B. Representative shall submit written report to Contracting Officer’s Representative listing observations and recommendations.

1.4 MOCK-UPS

A. Erect field samples and field mock-ups at locations on site as approved in advance and in accordance with requirements where included in Specifications section.

1. Test mock-ups requiring special equipment may be erected at location having access to necessary equipment; coordinate with Contracting Officer’s Representative.

B. Field samples and mock-ups not approved and not capable of being acceptably revised shall be removed from site.

C. Approved field samples and mock-ups may be used as part of Project.

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1.5 TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

A. An independent testing laboratory shall perform inspections, tests, and other services required by applicable codes and various Specification sections.

1. Contracting Officer’s Representative may also require independent testing of items where doubts exists that product or system does not conform to Contract Documents.

2. Government will employ and pay for testing laboratory to provide Project specific testing under applicable codes and Specification sections except where indicated otherwise.

a. Government employment of testing laboratory shall not relieve Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of applicable codes and Contract Documents.

1) Laboratory may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

b. Retesting required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by Government 's testing laboratory.

1) Payment for retesting shall be charged to Contractor by deducting inspection and testing charges from Contract amount.

c. Government provided testing shall be limited to Project specific testing and shall not include general tests or approvals of materials, equipment or systems.

B. Services shall be performed in accordance with requirements of governing authorities and with specified standards.

C. Reports will be submitted to Contracting Officer’s Representative in duplicate giving observations and results of tests, indicating compliance or non-compliance with specified standards and with Contract Documents.

1. Where required, testing laboratory will submit copy of test results directly to enforcing agency.

D. Contractor shall cooperate with testing laboratory personnel; furnish tools, samples of materials, design mix, equipment, storage and assistance as requested.

1. Notify Contracting Officer’s Representative and testing laboratory sufficiently in advance of expected time for operations requiring testing services.

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SECTION 01 50 00

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section describes temporary construction facilities and temporary controls.

1. Electricity (including temporary power for owner’s operations) and lighting.

2. Heat and ventilation.

3. Water and sanitary facilities.

4. Construction aids.

5. Temporary enclosures.

6. Barriers.

7. Cleaning during construction.

8. Project identification.

9. Field offices, telephone service, and storage.

10. Construction waste management.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 70 00: Progress cleaning and final cleaning.

C. Provide temporary construction facilities and temporary controls as required to conform to applicable authorities and as required to complete Project in accordance with Contract Documents.

1.2 ELECTRICITY AND LIGHTING

A. Provide electrical service required for construction operations, with branch wiring and distribution boxes located to allow service and lighting by means of construction-type power cords.

1. Connection to existing electrical service is permitted.

2. Government will pay costs of energy used from existing on-site services.

3. Maintain un-interrupted power for owner’s critical activities including the onsite weather station and any related facilities. Provide temporary power as needed.

B. Provide lighting for construction operations.

1. Permanent lighting may be used during construction; maintain lighting and make routine repairs.

1.3 HEAT AND VENTILATION

A. Provide heat and ventilation as required to maintain specified conditions for construction operation, to protect materials and finishes from damage due to temperature and humidity.

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B. Government will pay costs of energy used from existing on-site services.

1.4 WATER AND SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide water service required for construction operations; extend branch piping with outlets located so water is available by use of hoses.

1. Connection to existing facilities is permitted.

2. Government will pay for water used from existing on-site services.

B. Provide and maintain required sanitary facilities and enclosures.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION AIDS

A. Noise, Dust and Pollution Control: Provide materials and equipment necessary to comply with local requirements for noise, dust and pollution control.

B. Fire Protection: Maintain on-site fire protection facilities as required by applicable authorities and insurance requirements.

C. Dewatering: Provide and operate drainage and pumping equipment; maintain excavations and site free of standing water.

D. Use of Existing Facilities: Verify availability of existing facilities for construction operations with Contracting Officer’s Representative prior to beginning on-site construction.

E. Repair all damage to roads, exterior surfaces and existing facilities on the SJER facility caused during construction

1.6 ENCLOSURES

A. Temporary Closures: Provide temporary weather-tight closures for exterior openings for acceptable working conditions, for protection for materials, to protect interior materials from dampness, for temporary heating, and to prevent unauthorized entry.

1. Provide doors with self-closing hardware and locks.

B. Provide dust proof enclosures between work areas and all other areas of building.

1.7 BARRIERS

A. Barriers: Provide barriers as required to protect adjacent properties from damage from construction operations.

B. Barricades: Provide barricades

1. Around each work site for protection of users of adjacent facilities.

2. Around each work site for protection of existing historic building elements, site walls and other historic resources.

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C. Tree Protection: Provide barriers around trees and plants designated to remain;

protect against vehicular traffic, stored materials, dumping, chemically injurious materials, and puddeling or continuous running water.

1.8 CLEANING DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Control accumulation of waste materials and rubbish; recycle or dispose of off-site.

B. Clean interior areas prior to start of finish work, maintain areas free of dust and other contaminants during finishing operations.

1.9 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Signs: Subject to approval of Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1.10 FIELD OFFICES, TELEPHONE SERVICE, AND STORAGE

A. Office: Provide weather-tight field office, with lighting, electrical outlets, data outlets, heating, and ventilating equipment, and equipped with furniture.

1. Meeting Space: In addition, provide space for Project meetings with table and chairs to accommodate minimum six persons.

2. Telephone Service: Provide telephone service to field office.

3. Facsimile Service: Provide separate FAX line to field office with plain paper facsimile machine.

4. Copier: Provide separate plain paper copier with enlargement and reduction capability.

5. Computer: Provide desktop computer system at Project field office with e-mail capacity and software compatible with Architect word processing system; include separate e-mail line; provide plain paper printer.

a. Digital Camera: Maintain operational digital camera on-site during construction along with software allowing transmission of digital pictures taken on-site via e-mail to Owner and Architect.

B. Storage for Tools, Materials, and Equipment: Limit on-site storage to Project area;

provide weather-tight storage, with heat and ventilation for products requiring controlled conditions.

1. Maintain adequate space for organized storage and access.

2. Provide lighting for inspection of stored materials.

3. The Contractor is responsible for the security of all equipment, tools and existing facilities at all times during the construction period.

1.11 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

A. Waste Management: Maintain control of waste using means and methods for diverting Project waste from landfill.

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1. Effect optimum control of solid wastes; inform Owner and Architect where goal of diverting 75% of Project waste from landfill cannot be achieved along with justification.

2. Prevent environmental pollution and damage.

B. Reports: Provide as required by applicable authorities.

C. Recycling: Implement recycling program that includes separate collection of waste materials of types as applicable to Project; recycling program to be applied by Contractors and subcontractors.

D. Handling: Keep materials free of dirt, adhesives, solvents, petroleum contamination, and other substances deleterious to recycling process.

1. Clean materials contaminated prior to placing in collection containers.

2. Arrange for collection by or delivery to appropriate recycling center or transfer station that accepts construction and demolition waste for purpose of recycling.

E. Participate in Re-Use Programs: Rebates, tax credits, and other savings obtained for recycled or re-used materials shall accrue to Contractor.

1.12 REMOVAL

A. Remove temporary materials, equipment, services, and construction prior to Substantial Completion Inspection.

B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary facilities.

C. Restore existing facilities used during construction to specified or original condition.

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SECTION 01 60 00

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section describes basic product requirements governing material and equipment.

1. General product requirements.

2. Product list.

3. Quality assurance.

4. Delivery, storage, and handling.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 30 00: Submittal of manufacturers' certificates.

2. Section 01 62 00: Product options and substitution procedures.

3. Section 01 77 00: Operation and maintenance data.

1.2 GENERAL PRODUCTS REQUIREMENTS

A. Products include material, equipment, and systems.

B. Comply with Specifications, referenced standards, and applicable codes and regulations as minimum requirements.

C. Provide new materials except as specifically allowed by Contract Documents.

D. Materials to be supplied in quantity within a Specification section shall be by one manufacturer, shall be the same, and shall be interchangeable.

E. Provide equipment and systems composed of materials from a single manufacturer except where otherwise recommended by equipment or systems manufacturer or where otherwise indicated in Contract Documents.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product List: Within 30 days after award of Contract, submit to Contracting Officer’s Representative a complete list of major products proposed for installation, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model.

1. Tabulate products by Specification number and title.

B. Substitutions: Refer to Section 01 62 00 - Product Options.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with industry standards and applicable codes except when more restrictive tolerances or requirements indicate more rigid standards or precise workmanship.

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B. Perform work by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.

C. Install products straight, true-to-line, and in correct relationship to adjacent materials, with hairline joints, free of rough, sharp and potentially hazardous edges.

D. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, and racking.

1. Seismic Anchors: Conform to code requirements.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Transport products by methods to avoid product damage, deliver in undamaged condition in manufacturer's unopened containers or packaging.

B. Store products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

C. Store sensitive products in weather-tight enclosures; maintain within temperature and humidity ranges required by manufacturer's instructions.

D. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

E. Store loose granular materials on solid surfaces in a well-drained area; prevent mixing with foreign matter.

F. Arrange storage to provide access for inspection; periodically inspect to assure products are undamaged and are maintained under required conditions.

G. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling and prevent damage.

H. Promptly inspect shipments to assure products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged.

I. Immediately remove from Project products damaged, wet, stained, and products with mold and products with mildew.

1. Take special care to prevent absorbent products such as gypsum board and acoustical ceiling units from becoming wet.

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SECTION 01 62 00

PRODUCT OPTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Provide products listed in Contract Documents, products by manufacturers listed in Contract Documents, and products meeting specified requirements.

1. Contract Amount: Base on materials and products included in Contract Documents.

a. Where listed in Contract Documents, materials and products by manufacturers not listed shall not be used without Government approval of Contractor's written request for substitution.

2. Purpose: After bidding, substitutions will only be considered where Contracting Officer’s Representative will receive benefit or because specified materials are no longer available due to no fault of Contractor.

a. Government benefits either from a Contractor proposed reduction of the Contract amount or from a reduction in Contract time based on acceptance of proposed substitution.

b. List proposed cost or time reductions on request for substitution.

c. Requests not including a proposed cost or time reduction will not be considered unless Contractor submits supporting information indicating specified materials are not available.

B. Procedures are described for requesting substitution of unlisted materials in lieu of materials named in Specifications or approved for use in addenda.

1.2 CONTRACTOR'S OPTIONS

A. Products Identified by Reference Standards: Select product meeting referenced standard for products specified only by reference standard.

B. Named Manufacturers and Named Products: Select products of any named manufacturer meeting Specifications for products specified by naming one or more products or manufacturers.

C. Substitutions for Named Manufacturers and Named Products: Submit request for substitution for products and for manufacturers not specifically named where products or manufacturers are named in Specifications.

D. “Or Equal” Clauses: Submit request for substitution for product or manufacturer not specifically named in Specifications where terms "or equal", "or approved equal", or similar references are made.

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1.3 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Within a period of 30 days after award of Contract, Contracting Officer’s Representative will consider formal requests for substitutions only from Contractor as specified in 1.1 Summary.

1. Contracting Officer’s Representative will consider only one request for substitution for each material; where requests are denied Contractor shall be required to provide specified materials.

2. After initial 30 day period, requests will be considered only when a product becomes unavailable through no fault of Contractor; more than one request for substitution will be considered if necessary.

B. Submit each request with sequentially numbered “Substitution Request Transmittal” acceptable to Contracting Officer’s Representative; submit separate request for each product and support each request with:

1. Product identification with manufacturer's literature and samples where applicable.

2. Name and address of similar projects on which product has been used, and date of installation.

C. Submit itemized comparison of proposed substitution with product specified and list significant variations.

D. Submit data relating to changes in construction schedule.

E. Note effect of substitution on other work, products, or separate contracts.

1. Note if acceptance of substitution could require revision of Contract Documents, Drawings, details or Specifications.

F. Include accurate cost data comparing proposed substitution with product and amount of net change in Contract price.

1. Include costs to other contractors and costs for revisions to Drawings, details or Specifications.

G. Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance when:

1. They are indicated or implied on submittals without a formal request from Contractor.

2. They are requested directly by a subcontractor or supplier.

3. Acceptance will require substantial revision of Contract Documents.

H. Substitute products shall not be ordered without written acceptance of Contracting Officer’s Representative.

I. Contracting Officer’s Representative will determine acceptability of proposed substitutions and reserves right to reject proposals due to insufficient information.

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1.4 CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATION

A. Requests constitute a representation that Contractor:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined it meets or exceeds, in all respects, specified product.

2. Will provide same warranty or longer warranty for substitution as for specified product.

3. Will coordinate installation and make other changes that may be required for Work to be complete in all respects.

4. Waives claims for additional costs that subsequently become apparent.

5. Will pay costs of changes to Contract Documents, Drawings, details and Specifications required by accepted substitutions.

1.5 ARCHITECT'S DUTIES

A. Review Contractor's requests for substitutions with reasonable promptness.

1. Architect will recommend that Owner accept or reject substitution request.

2. Upon request, Architect will provide cost for changes to Contract Documents, Drawings, details and Specifications required for substitutions.

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SECTION 01 70 00

EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section describes execution requirements.

1. Installer qualifications.

2. Examination.

3. Manufacturer’s instructions.

4. Installation.

5. Cleaning.

6. Protection.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 50 00: Cleaning during construction.

2. Section 01 77 00: Closeout procedures.

3. Section 01 79 00: Demonstration and training.

1.2 INSTALLER QUALIFICATIONS

A. Experienced Installers: Installers to have minimum five years successful experience installing items similar to those required for Project, except for individuals in training under direct supervision of experienced installer.

1.3 EXAMINATION

A. Acceptance of Conditions: Beginning installation of a product signifies installer has examined substrates, areas, and conditions for compliance with manufacturer requirements for tolerances and other conditions affecting performance.

B. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit Work properly;

recheck measurements prior to installing each product.

1. Where portions of Work are to fit to other construction verify dimensions of other construction by field measurements before fabrication; allow for cutting and patching in order to avoid delaying Work.

C. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items shown diagrammatically on Drawings.

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1.4 MANUFACTURERS' INSTRUCTIONS

A. Manufacturer’s Recommendations: When work is specified to comply with manufacturers' recommendations or instructions, distribute copies to persons involved and maintain one set in field office.

1. Conform to requirements specified in Section 01 30 00 for submittal of recommendations or instructions to Contracting Officer’s Representative; submit only where specified or where specifically requested.

B. Perform work in accordance with details of recommendations and instructions and specified requirements.

1. Should a conflict exist between Specifications and recommendations or instructions consult with Contracting Officer’s Representative.

C. Where manufacturer's information notes special recommendations in addition to installation instructions, comply with both recommendations and instructions.

1.5 INSTALLATION

A. Pre-Installation Meetings: Installers and suppliers are to attend pre-installation meetings scheduled by Contractor.

B. Comply with manufacturers written recommendations and installation instructions unless more restrictive requirements are specified.

C. Locate Work and components accurately, in correct alignment and elevation.

1. Make vertical work plumb and horizontal work level.

2. Install components to allow space for maintenance and ease of removal for replacement.

D. Install products at time and under conditions to ensure best possible results; maintain conditions required for product performance until Substantial Completion.

E. Conduct operations so no part of Work is subject to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions.

F. Securely anchor permanent construction in place, accurately located and aligned with other portions of Work.

G. Allow for building movement including thermal expansion and contraction.

H. Make joints of uniform width; arrange joints as indicated, for best visual effect where not otherwise indicated; fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints except where otherwise indicated.

1.6 CLEANING

A. Cleaning During Construction: Specified in Section 01 50 00 - Temporary Facilities and Controls.

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B. Progress Cleaning: Keep installed areas clean using cleaning materials specifically recommended by manufacturers of product being cleaned; where not otherwise recommended use nontoxic materials that will not damage surfaces.

1. Remove debris from concealed spaces before enclosing space.

2. Supervise construction operations to assure no part of construction, completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during construction period.

C. Final Cleaning: Execute final cleaning at Substantial…