SMCPS-2020-M-USTR2 Specifications.pdf

APPENDIX A ‐ Specifications

St. Mary’s County Public Schools

Underground Storage Tank Replacement at Town Creek Elementary

ITB #SMCPS‐2020‐M‐USTR2

SECTION 00850 ‐ LIST OF DRAWINGS

CS Cover Sheet

M1 First Floor Part Plans

M2 Fuel Oil Details

END OF SECTION 00850

SECTION 011000 ‐ SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 ‐ GENERAL

1.1 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of this Contract can be generally described as the replacement of the fuel oil tank at Town Creek Elementary School. During the majority scope of this project, the school and site will be occupied.

B. Related Requirements Specified in other Section:

1. Submittals:

Section 013300.

2. Operating and Maintenance Data:

Section 017823.

3. Contract Closeout:

Section 017700.

4. Project Record Documents:

Section 017839.

5. Demonstration and Training Section 017900.

6. Underground Fuel Storage Tanks and Fuel Systems

Section 231313

END OF SECTION 011000

SECTION 011100 ‐ PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

1.1 DEFINITIONS:

A. Occupied/Occupancy: The term occupied or occupancy relates to the Owner’s use of the facility for its intended purpose. This use may be by students and/or staff. The movement of furnishings into a space does not facilitate “occupancy”. The Owner’s occupancy or use of any part of the Work shall not be considered as meeting the terms of Substantial Completion.

B. Substantial Completion: Substantial Completion is defined as the date when the Work, or designated portion thereof, is certified by the Owner as being 100 percent (100%) complete, with the exception of incidental minor punch‐list items delayed for reasons beyond the Contractor’s control. The work remaining must be minor or incidental in nature as determined by the Owner. Occupancy is not a basis for Substantial Completion.

1.2 WORK REQUIRED BY THIS SECTION

A. General: This Section pertains to the provision of all general Project requirements necessary to coordinate, administer, and properly produce the complete Project.

1.3 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A. General: The Drawings, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, applicable portions of Division 1, and the executed Agreement are all a part of this Section as if herein written out in full.

B. NO SMOKING POLICY: Smoking or the possession of any tobacco product within the limits of the school property is a violation of Maryland law. This includes the office trailers, vehicles, staging area, and any facility or location within the property lines of St. Mary's County Public Schools. First offense violations of this offense will be brought to the Contractor’s attention to be dealt with. It is the General Contractor’s responsibility to inform all personnel of this requirement. It is also the Contractor’s responsibility to “police” these actions and control the use of tobacco products. If violations persist, local law enforcement officials will be contacted to enforce the law.

C. NO DRUG POLICY: Possession of illegal drugs and/or drug paraphernalia is strictly prohibited.

Since the work involved in this project is in a school zone, strict penalties may result from infractions against these type of laws.

D. FIRE PROTECTION: Provide and maintain an adequate number of hand fire extinguishers at convenient locations throughout the construction process. Avoid all accumulations of flammable debris by removing rubbish promptly. Take all other precautions necessary to prevent fire. Supervise closely the storage of paint materials and other combustible products.

There shall be no storage of flammable containers or gas cylinders (flammable or other) inside any part of the facility. In addition, no gasoline‐operated devices shall be used within the confines of the building (occupied or unoccupied).

E. ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY: Comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and orders of governing authorities having jurisdiction for the safety of persons and property to protect them from damage, injury and/or loss. Erect all necessary safeguards for safety and protection, including fences, railing, barricades, lighting, posting of danger signs and other warning against hazards. Where prevention of construction accidents is not regulated by code or ordinances, comply with AGC’s “Manual of Accident Prevention in Construction”. Contractor shall be solely responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the Project. All scaffolds shall be built in accordance with all requirements of local, state, and Federal laws and regulations.

F. Start of Work, both official and physical, shall commence within ten (10) days after Date of

Notice to Proceed.

G. CONCEALED WORK: Before backfilling, placing concrete, or performing other Work which will conceal mechanical and electrical lines and items, concrete reinforcing, anchors and other items to be concealed in finished Project, secure inspection and approval by Owner’s Representative and other local inspectors having jurisdiction. Record exact locations of mechanical, electrical and site utility work on the “Record Drawings” (see Section 017700‐ CONTRACT CLOSE‐OUT and Section 017839‐PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS).

H. MARYLAND SEX OFFENDER LAW: “A person who enters into a contract with a county board of education or a nonpublic school may not knowingly employ an individual to work at a school if the individual is a registrant. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.” Persons or entities awarded contracts with the Board of Education of St.

Mary’s County are required to certify that no employee, Contractor, Contractor employee, or material supplier that is a registered sex offender will be allowed to enter onto school system property at any time in the performance of the work or services for which the contract is awarded. Such certification is a condition precedent to any contract award, and failure to so certify will be grounds for not awarding a contract. It will be the responsibility of Contractors to obtain similar certification from all Contractors and material suppliers performing work or services on school system property and to monitor adherence to this requirement. In the event that the Board of Education of St. Mary’s County determines that a registered sex offender has entered upon school system property in the performance of work for a Contractor/vendor, such will be grounds for termination of the contract. This provision shall be incorporated verbatim into all contracts and subcontracts for work and services performed for the Board of Education for St. Mary’s County.

I. CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS: During the life of the Contract and, at all times, conduct operations at the Job Site and at access to the Site in such a manner so as not to endanger, inconvenience or interfere with occupants of the adjoining building or properties; this includes all trucking operations and parking of workmen’s automobiles.

J. Contractor shall confine operations at the site to areas permitted by law, ordinance, permits and the Contract Documents and shall not unreasonably encumber the site or off‐site work areas with any materials or equipment. Off‐site construction shall be confined to the limits of all off‐site easements or right‐of‐ways, unless otherwise shown or authorized. Restore these areas in accordance with the easement and right‐of‐way agreement and the construction documents. If no requirements for restoration are noted within the Contract Documents, than the Contractor shall restore all areas to their condition prior to disturbance.

K. CONTRACTOR’S WEEKLY REPORTS: The Contractor shall provide the Owner with copies of his weekly reports. Reports shall include the following information:

1. A brief statement of work that was accomplished for the week.

2. Activities being delayed as a result of the Owner, Design Team, Contractor, or other party, or condition.

3. Equipment and materials delivered to project site.

Reports made be copied, delivered to the Owner on a weekly basis.

1.4 COOPERATION WITH GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES & PUBLIC UTILITIES

A. General: Contractor shall be responsible for making all necessary arrangements with all governmental departments, public utilities, public carriers, service companies and corporations owning or controlling roadways, water, sewer, gas, electrical, telephone, and telegraph facilities such as pavements, tracks, piping, wires, cables, conduits, poles, guys, etc., including incidental structures connected therewith, that are encountered in the Work in order that such items may be properly shored, supported, protected or relocated.

B. Give All Proper Notices: Comply with requirements of such parties in the performance of Work, permit entrance of such parties on the Project in order that they may perform their necessary work, and pay all charges and fees made by such parties for this work, unless otherwise specified.

C. Contractor shall give all notices and comply with all laws, ordinances, rules regulations and orders of any public authority bearing on the performance of the Work. If Contractor observes that any of the Contract Documents are at variance there with in respect, he shall promptly notify the Owner in writing and any necessary changes shall be adjusted by appropriate modification. If Contractor performs any Work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, and without such notice to Engineer/Owner, Contractor shall assume full responsibility thereof and shall bear all costs attributable thereto.

D. Scheduling: It is distinctly understood that the Contractor will have no claim whatsoever against the Owner for any delay caused him during the construction of his Project due to work being done by such parties.

1.5 SALVAGE RIGHTS

A. The Owner shall have first right of refusal for any equipment or material that will not be incorporated into the final project. The Owner will make necessary provisions to arrange for the disconnection and removal of all equipment that will be salvaged. The Contractor is responsible for all disconnection, removal, relocation and reconnection of any equipment noted to be reused.

1.6 “CLOSE IN” INSPECTIONS

A. Prior to “close‐in” or concealment of ceiling and wall contents, the Contractor shall have conducted an inspection of the work to be concealed to determine and verify that the work above the ceiling and to be enclosed in the walls meets the requirements of the contract documents, code requirements and industry standards. After the Contractor has completed his inspection and the subsequent correction of any deficiencies found has been completed, the Contractor shall arrange for all local agency inspections, as well as an inspection by the Owner. The Contractor shall provide written notice of the areas to be inspected and allow for not less than 48 hours’ notice for the inspection to occur.

1.7 NOISE and NUISANCE PREVENTION

A. During the time the facility is occupied by staff or students, no paint spraying, installation of floor tile, or other Work that involves flammable mastic, flammable adhesives or flammable coatings will be allowed. Any operation that creates a nuisance with dust or fumes will be terminated by the Owner or the Owner’s representative.

B. The use of open flame torches or welding of any kind shall not be permitted in occupied areas.

C. No testing or initial start‐ups of boilers, furnaces, or similar potentially hazardous equipment shall be performed during the time the school is occupied.

D. In the event odors or fumes become apparent in occupied sections of the building, the Contractor shall immediately cease activities and provide adequate ventilation to remove the odors or fumes. If it is determined that certain activities continue to be a problem, the Contractor shall coordinate efforts so that these activities are completed during times when the building is not occupied. Such requirements shall not provide grounds to the Contractor for a claim to delay, time extension, or monetary change proposal.

E. The Contractor shall implement and enforce a “burn‐permit” to allow the use of open‐ flame devices (including electric welders) in any area of the building that is subject to supervision by the automatic fire alarm/smoke detection system. This is required to reduce, and ultimately eliminate, false alarms by unnecessary smoke setting off or tripping the fire alarm. The “burn‐ permit” shall not preclude these operations from taking place but is required to inform the General Contractor so that adequate additional measures can be implemented to eliminate the false alarms.

G. Keep dust down at all times, including nonworking periods. Sprinkle or treat, with dust suppressants, the soil at the site, haul roads, and other areas disturbed by operations. Dry power brooming will not be permitted. Instead, use vacuuming, wet mopping, wet sweeping, or wet power brooming. Air blowing will be permitted only for cleaning non‐particulate debris such as steel reinforcing bars. Only wet cutting will be permitted for cutting concrete blocks, concrete, and bituminous concrete. Do not shake bags of cement, concrete mortar, or plaster unnecessarily.

1. Any vacuuming completed shall employ the use of a vacuum cleaner equipped with HEPA filtration system.

1.8 WEATHER PROTECTION

Take necessary precautions to ensure that roof openings and other critical openings in the building are monitored carefully. Take immediate actions required to seal off such openings when rain or other detrimental weather is imminent, and at the end of each workday. Ensure that the openings are completely sealed off to protect materials and equipment in the building from damage.

1.9 STORM PROTECTION

When a warning of gale force winds is issued, take precautions to minimize danger to persons, and protect the work and nearby property. Precautions shall include, but are not limited to, closing openings; removing loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations; and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work. Close openings in the work when storms of lesser intensity pose a threat to the work or any nearby property.

A. Hurricane Condition of Readiness

Unless directed otherwise, comply with:

1. Condition ONE (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 12 hours): Secure the jobsite, and leave premises.

2. Condition TWO (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 24 hours): Curtail or cease routine activities until securing operation is complete. Reinforce or remove form work and scaffolding. Secure machinery, tools, equipment, materials, or remove from the jobsite. Expend every effort to clear all missile hazards and loose equipment from general base areas.

3. Condition THREE (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 48 hours):

Maintain "Condition FOUR" requirements and commence securing operations necessary for "Condition ONE" which cannot be completed within 18 hours. Cease all routine activities which might interfere with securing operations. Commence securing and stow all gear and portable equipment. Make preparations for securing buildings. Review requirements pertaining to "Condition TWO" and continue action as necessary to attain "Condition THREE" readiness.

4. Condition FOUR (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 72 hours):

Normal daily jobsite cleanup and good housekeeping practices. Collect and store in piles or containers scrap lumber, waste material, and rubbish for removal and disposal at the close of each work day. Maintain the construction site including storage areas, free of accumulation of debris. Stack form lumber in neat piles less than 4 feet high. Remove all debris, trash, or objects that could become missile hazards.

1.10 CONTRACTOR PARKING

All Contractor and Contractor employees shall park privately and Company owned vehicles in the designated staging area or area approved by the Owner. Contractor employee parking shall not interfere with existing and established parking requirements.

1.11 EXISTING SYSTEMS

A. The Contractor shall provide the Owner with 5 days advance written notice of any existing building system shut‐down, termination, conversion or other disturbance.

B. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining of all existing systems serving the building that were operational prior to the start of any work. Examples of these systems include, but are not limited to, electric (included emergency lighting, white lighting, and emergency generator, as applicable); intercom/public address system, communication between SMCPS Loveville Office and the HVAC/EMS controls; telephone; HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning); data/network system(s); plumbing; fire alarm (including dial‐out capability, as applicable); security system (including dial‐out capability, as applicable).

C. Contractor shall fully understand the complexity of each the systems and what may be required to ensure uninterrupted services prior to any work being initiated.

D. In some cases the Contractor may be required to have new and existing systems operational at the same time. If this is required, the Contractor shall, at no additional expense to the owner, ensure that the two independent systems operate either independently or together as required to provide the Owner with uninterrupted system performance.

E. All aspects of the coordination between the new and existing systems is the burden of the Contractor. The Owner is not responsible for any compatibility problems that may arise from the requirements to maintain the existing systems and/or interconnect the new and existing systems.

F. If the need for temporary measures presents itself as a means for the Contractor to insure uninterrupted service(s) to the facility, these measures shall be presented to the Owner for review and approval.

G. In no case shall the temporary measures proposed by the Contractor create an unnecessary or undue hardship on the facility of the Owner’s services or ability to maintain and service the facility. If, in the opinion of the Owner, the temporary measures present difficulty for the Owner, additional action shall be taken by the Contractor as necessary to correct the

Problem. Such changes, additional work, additional equipment, etc. shall be completed at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.12 CONTRACTOR’S STAGING AREA

A. The Contractor will be provided with a staging or lay‐down area which is to be used for the storage of all construction materials, construction trailers, storage trailers, office trailers, and all parking associated with the construction.

1. The term “storage” shall be defined as the placement of building materials that have been delivered onto the project site and will not be utilized in the construction, in their final location for a period greater than 15‐days. The placement of a stockpile of material and drawing from it periodically does not meet this requirement. No material shall be left outside the staging area for a period greater than 15‐days.

B. If an area is not defined on the Contract Documents for the use of staging, he shall coordinate efforts with the

Owner prior to any deliveries or setting trailers.

C. At no time, shall the Contractor store or otherwise utilize areas outside of the approved or designated staging area for the purposes defined in paragraph A above.

END OF SECTION 011100

SECTION 013300 ‐ SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

B. Related Sections:

1. Division 01 Section "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting schedules and reports, including Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data" for submitting operation and maintenance manuals.

3. Division 01 Section "Project Record Documents" for submitting record Drawings, record

Specifications, and record Product Data.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require Owner’s responsive action.

Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as action submittals.

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require O w n e r's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements. Informational submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as informational submittals.

E. Identification and Information: Identify and incorporate information in each submittal file as follows:

1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file with links enabling navigation to each item.

2. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

3. Provide means for insertion to permanently record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by the Owner.

4. Include the following information on an inserted cover sheet:

a. Project name. b.

Date.

c. Name of Contractor.

e. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

f. Name of subcontractor. g.

Name of supplier.

h. Name of manufacturer.

i. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

j. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

k. Related physical samples submitted directly.

m. Other necessary identification.

F. Options: Identify options requiring selection by the Owner.

G. Deviations: Identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

H. Additional Paper Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless Owner observes noncompliance with provisions in the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

1. Submit one copy of submittal to concurrent reviewer in addition to specified number of copies to Owner.

I. Transmittal: Assemble each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling. Transmit each submittal using a transmittal form. Owner will return submittals, without review received from sources other than Contractor.

1. Transmittal Form: Provide locations on form for the following information:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Destination (To:).

d. Source (From:).

e. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

f. Category and type of submittal.

g. Submittal purpose and description.

h. Specification Section number and title.

i. Indication of full or partial submittal.

j. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

k. Transmittal number, numbered consecutively.

l. Submittal and transmittal distribution record.

m. Remarks.

n. Signature of transmitter.

2. On an attached separate sheet, prepared on Contractor's letterhead, record relevant information, requests for data, revisions other than those requested by Owner on previous submittals, and deviations from requirements in the Contract Documents, including minor variations and limitations. Include same identification information as related submittal.

J. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked with approval notation from Owner’s action.

K. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, and installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

L. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals that are marked with approval notation.

PART 2 ‐ PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

1. Submittal quantities will be determined at the pre‐construction meeting.

2. Closeout Submittals and Maintenance Material Submittals: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures."

3. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Provide a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard published data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by recognized testing agency.

f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

4. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

a. Wiring diagrams showing factory‐installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

d. Clearances required to other construction, if not indicated on accompanying Shop Drawings.

5. Submit Product Data before or concurrent with Samples.

6. Submit Product Data in the following format:

a. Three paper copies of Product Data, unless otherwise indicated. Engineer will return two copies.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project‐specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base

Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full‐size drawings, submit Shop

Drawings on sheets at least 8‐1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm) but no larger than 30 by 42 inches (750 by 1067 mm).

3. Submit Shop Drawings in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file.

b. Two opaque (bond) copies of each submittal. Engineer will return one copy.

c. Three opaque copies of each submittal. Engineer will retain two copies; remainder will be returned.

D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Generic description of Sample.

b. Product name and name of manufacturer.

c. Sample source.

d. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

3. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality‐ control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as Owner's property, are the property of Contractor.

4. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set(s) of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. Engineer will return submittal with options selected.

5. Samples for Verification: Submit full‐size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. Owner will retain two Sample sets; remainder will be returned. Mark up and retain one returned Sample set as a Project record sample.

1) Submit a single Sample where assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation, and other similar characteristics are to be demonstrated.

2) If variation in color, pattern, texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented by a Sample, submit at least three sets of paired units that show approximate limits of variations.

E. Product Schedule: As required in individual Specification Sections, prepare a written summary indicating types of products required for the Work and their intended location. Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Type of product. Include unique identifier for each product indicated in the Contract Documents.

2. Manufacturer and product name, and model number if applicable.

3. Number and name of room or space.

4. Location within room or space.

5. Submit product schedule in the following format:

b. Three (3) paper copies of product schedule or list, unless otherwise indicated.

Engineer will return two copies.

F. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who are to furnish products or equipment fabricated to a special design. Use CSI Form 1.5A. Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

2. Number and title of related Specification Section(s) covered by subcontract.

3. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate, covered by subcontract.

4. Submit subcontract list in the following format:

b. Number of Copies: Three paper copies of subcontractor list, unless otherwise indicated. Engineer will return two Insert number copies.

G. Coordination Drawings: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Project Management and Coordination."

H. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, contact information of engineer and owners, and other information specified.

I. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification and Procedure Qualification Record on American Welding Society (AWS) forms.

Include names of firms and personnel certified.

J. Installer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

K. Manufacturer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

L. Product Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

M. Material Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

N. Material Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

O. Product Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

P. Research Reports: Submit written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project.

Include the following information:

1. Name of evaluation organization.

2. Date of evaluation.

3. Time period when report is in effect.

4. Product and manufacturers' names.

5. Description of product.

6. Test procedures and results.

7. Limitations of use.

Q. Preconstruction Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

R. Compatibility Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

S. Field Test Reports: Submit reports indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

T. Maintenance Data: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data."

U. Design Data: Prepare and submit written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations.

Include list of assumptions and other performance and design criteria and a summary of loads.

Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations. Include page numbers.

PART 3 ‐ EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Action and Informational Submittals: Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to Owner.

B. Project Closeout and Maintenance/Material Submittals: Refer to requirements in Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures."

C. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

3.2 ENGINEER'S ACTION

A. General: Engineer will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

B. Action Submittals: Engineer will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, and return it. Engineer will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action.

C. Informational Submittals: Engineer will review each submittal and will not return it, or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. Engineer will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

D. Partial submittals prepared for a portion of the Work will be reviewed when use of partial submittals has received prior approval from Engineer.

E. Incomplete submittals are not acceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned without review.

F. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may not be reviewed and may be discarded.

END OF SECTION 013300

SECTION 017700 ‐ CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2

SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Substantial Completion procedures.

2. Final completion procedures.

3. Warranties.

4. Final cleaning.

1. Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data" for operation and maintenance manual requirements.

2. Division 01 Section "Project Record Documents" for submitting Record Drawings, Record Specifications, and Record Product Data.

3. Construction drawings

1.3 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete with request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (work list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise Owner of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Obtain and submit releases permitting Owner unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

4. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals, final completion construction photographic documentation, damage or settlement surveys, property surveys, and similar final record information.

5. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Owner. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

6. Make final changeover of permanent locks and deliver keys to Owner. Advise Owner's personnel of changeover in security provisions.

7. Complete startup testing of systems.

8. Submit test/adjust/balance records.

9. Complete Commissioning.

10. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from Project site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements.

11. Advise Owner of changeover in heat and other utilities.

12. Submit changeover information related to Owner's occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

13. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

14. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

15. Submit letter on Contractor’s letterhead stating that no products or materials with asbestos were used in this project.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, Owner/Engineer will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. Owner/Engineer will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by Owner/Engineer, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for final completion.

1.4 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining final completion, complete the following:

1. Submit certified copy of Engineer/Owner’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by Engineer. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Instruct Owner's personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

3. Address any deficiencies identified for Substantial Completion.

4. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, Owner/Engineer will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. Owner/Engineer will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

1.5 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Organization of List: Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction. Use CSI Form 14.1A.

1. Organize list of spaces in sequential order, starting with exterior areas first and proceeding from lowest floor to highest floor.

2. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for ceiling, individual walls, floors, equipment, and building systems.

3. Include the following information at the top of each page:

c. Name of Engineer.

d. Name of Contractor.

e. Page number.

4. Submit list of incomplete items in the following format:

b. Three paper copies of product schedule or list, unless otherwise indicated.

Engineer will return two copies.

1.6 WARRANTIES

A. Submittal Time: Submit written warranties on request of Owner/Engineer for designated portions of the Work where commencement of warranties other than date of Substantial Completion is indicated.

C. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of the Project Manual.

1. Bind warranties and bonds in heavy‐duty, three‐ring, vinyl‐covered, loose‐leaf binders, thickness as necessary to accommodate contents, and sized to receive 8‐1/2‐ by‐11‐inch (215‐by‐280‐mm) paper.

2. Provide heavy paper dividers with plastic‐covered tabs for each separate warranty.

Mark tab to identify the product or installation. Provide a typed description of the product or installation, including the name of the product and the name, address, and telephone number of Installer.

3. Identify each binder on the front and spine with the typed or printed title "WARRANTIES," Project name, and name of Contractor.

4. Scan warranties and bonds and assemble complete warranty and bond submittal package into a single indexed electronic PDF file with links enabling navigation to each item. Provide table of contents at beginning of document.

D. Provide additional copies of each warranty to include in operation and maintenance manuals.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Perform final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste‐removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean each surface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

a. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

b. Sweep paved areas broom clean. Remove petrochemical spills, stains, and other foreign deposits.

c. Rake grounds that are neither planted nor paved to a smooth, even‐textured surface.

d. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

e. Remove snow and ice to provide safe access to building.

f. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard‐surfaced finishes to a dirt‐free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

g. Remove debris and surface dust from limited access spaces, including roofs, plenums, shafts, trenches, equipment vaults, manholes, attics, and similar spaces.

h. Sweep concrete floors broom clean in unoccupied spaces.

i. Vacuum carpet and similar soft surfaces, removing debris and excess nap; shampoo if visible soil or stains remain.

j. Clean transparent materials, including mirrors and glass in doors and windows.

Remove glazing compounds and other noticeable, vision‐obscuring materials.

Replace chipped or broken glass and other damaged transparent materials. Polish mirrors and glass, taking care not to scratch surfaces.

k. Remove labels that are not permanent.

l. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

1) Do not paint over "UL" and other required labels and identification, including mechanical and electrical nameplates.

m. Wipe surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment and similar equipment.

Remove excess lubrication, paint and mortar droppings, and other foreign substances.

n. Replace parts subject to operating conditions during construction that may impede operation or reduce longevity.

o. Clean plumbing fixtures to a sanitary condition, free of stains, including stains resulting from water exposure.

p. Clean light fixtures, lamps, globes, and reflectors to function with full efficiency.

Replace burned‐out bulbs, and those noticeably dimmed by hours of use, and defective and noisy fixtures to comply with requirements for new fixtures.

q. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

END OF SECTION 017700

SECTION 017823 ‐ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for preparing operation and maintenance manuals, including the following:

1. Operation and maintenance documentation directory.

2. Operation manuals for systems, subsystems, and equipment.

3. Product maintenance manuals.

4. Systems and equipment maintenance manuals.

1. Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" for submitting copies of submittals for operation and maintenance manuals.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. System: An organized collection of parts, equipment, or subsystems united by regular interaction.

B. Subsystem: A portion of a system with characteristics similar to a system.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Manual Content: Operations and maintenance manual content is specified in individual specification sections to be reviewed at the time of Section submittals. Submit reviewed manual content formatted and organized as required by this Section.

1. Where applicable, clarify and update reviewed manual content to correspond to modifications and field conditions.

B. Format: Submit operations and maintenance manuals in the following format:

1. PDF electronic file. Assemble each manual into a composite electronically‐indexed file. Submit on digital media acceptable to Owner.

a. Name each indexed document file in composite electronic index with applicable item name. Include a complete electronically‐linked operation and maintenance directory.

b. Enable inserted reviewer comments on draft submittals.

2. Two paper copies. Include a complete operation and maintenance directory. Enclose title pages and directories in clear plastic sleeves. Engineer will return one copies to Owner.

C. Initial Manual Submittal: Submit draft copy of each manual at least 30 days before commencing demonstration and training. Owner/Engineer will comment on whether general scope and content of manual are acceptable.

D. Final Manual Submittal: Submit each manual in final form prior to requesting inspection for Substantial Completion and at least 15 days before commencing demonstration and training.

Owner/Engineer will return copy with comments.

1. Correct or modify each manual to comply with Owner/Engineer’s comments. Submit copies of each corrected manual within 15 days of receipt of Owner/Engineer’s comments and prior to commencing demonstration and training.

2.1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DOCUMENTATION DIRECTORY

A. Organization: Include a section in the directory for each of the following:

1. List of documents.

2. List of systems.

3. List of equipment.

4. Table of contents.

B. List of Systems and Subsystems: List systems alphabetically. Include references to operation and maintenance manuals that contain information about each system.

C. List of Equipment: List equipment for each system, organized alphabetically by system. For pieces of equipment not part of system, list alphabetically in separate list.

D. Tables of Contents: Include a table of contents for each emergency, operation, and maintenance manual.

E. Identification: In the documentation directory and in each operation and maintenance manual, identify each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment with same designation used in the Contract Documents. If no designation exists, assign a designation according to ASHRAE Guideline 4, "Preparation of Operating and Maintenance Documentation for Building Systems."

2. File Names and Bookmarks: Enable bookmarking of individual documents based upon file names.