PROJECT

NUMBER G2518

PROJECT MANUAL

SET

NUMBER736 GREEN STREET GAINESVILLE, GA 30501 (770) 534-8404

additions & alterations

Lumpkin County Animal Shelter 1363 Red Oak Flats Road

Dahlonega, Ga. 30533

COPYRIGHT (C) 2025 - H. LLOYD HILL ARCHITECTS AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

PROJECT MANUAL

FOR THE

GENERAL CONTRACT

Lumpkin County Animal Shelter 1363 Red Oak Flat Road

Dahlonega, GA 30533

H. LLOYD HILL ARCHITECTS & ASSOCIATES, INC.

736 GREEN STREET, NE

GAINESVILLE, GEORGIA 30501

(770) 534-8404

PROJECT NUMBER: G2518

DATE ISSUED:

COPYRIGHT © 2025 – H. LLOYD HILL ARCHITECTS & ASSOCIATES, INC.

GAINESVILLE, GEORGIA

December 9, 2025

CONSULTING ENGINEERS

CONSULTING MECHANICAL ENGINEER:

Trinity Engineering Group Inc.

1081 Thompson Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30501

(770) 535-1044

CONSULTING ELECTRICAL ENGINEER:

Trinity Engineering Group Inc.

1081 Thompson Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30501

(770) 535-1044

CONSULTING PLUMBING ENGINEER:

Trinity Engineering Group Inc.

1081 Thompson Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30501

(770) 535-1044

LUMPKIN COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

DAHLONEGA, GEORGIA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

DIVISION A — CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

General Conditions, AIA Document A201-2017 (Incorporated herein by reference) Supplementary Conditions --------------------------------------------------------- A-1 thru A-4 Insurance Requirements ------------------------------------------------------------ A-5 thru A-8

DIVISION B — CONTRACT FORMS

Performance and Payment Bonds ------------------------------------------------ B-1

Application for Payment ---------------------------------------------------------- B-1 Certificate of Insurance ------------------------------------------------------------ B-2 thru B-5 Job Progress Schedule ------------------------------------------------------------- B-6 Affidavit ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-7 Guarantee ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-8 Consent of Surety ------------------------------------------------------------------ B-9 Certificate of Substantial Completion ------------------------------------------- B-10 Request for Information ----------------------------------------------------------- B-11

SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1 — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01110 — General Requirements --------------------------------------------------- 01110-4

Section 01230 — Alternates ----------------------------------------------------------------- 01230-1 Section 01270 — Unit Prices ----------------------------------------------------------------- 01270-1

Section 01330 — Submittal Procedures ----------------------------------------------------- 01330-6 Section 01433 — Project Mock-ups --------------------------------------------------------- 01433-2

Section 01500 — Temporary Facilities ------------------------------------------------------ 01500-5 Section 01600 — Materials and Equipment ------------------------------------------------ 01600-5 Section 01740 — Cleaning -------------------------------------------------------------------- 01740-2 Section 01780 — Project Closeout and Documentation ---------------------------------- 01780-7

DIVISION 2 — SITEWORK

Section 02225 — Rock Removal ------------------------------------------------------------ 02225-3 Section 02300 — Earthwork ----------------------------------------------------------------- 02300-9 Section 02315 — Excavation, Backfilling and Compacting for Structure ------------ 02315-6

Section 02340 — Soil Stabilization---------------------------------------------------------- 02340-4 Section 02820 — Chain Link Fence--------------------------------------------------------- 02820-3

Section 02770 — Curb, Gutter and Sidewalks --------------------------------------------- 02770-6 Section 02820 — Curb, Gutter and Sidewalks --------------------------------------------- 02770-6

DIVISION 3 — CONCRETE

Section 033000 -- Concrete ------------------------------------------------------------------ 03300-20

DIVISION 4 — UNIT MASONRY

Section 04220 — C.M.U. --------------------------------------------------------------------- 04220-5

DIVISION 5 — METALS

Section 05120 — Structural Steel ------------------------------------------------------------- 05120-5 Section 05500 — Metal Fabrications --------------------------------------------------------- 05500-3

DIVISION 6 — CARPENTRY

Section 06100 — Rough Carpentry ---------------------------------------------------------- 06100-5 Section 06200 — Finished Carpentry and Millwork --------------------------------------- 06200-4 Section 06400 — Architectural Woodwork (Cabinetry) ----------------------------------- 06400-6

DIVISION 7 — THERMAL AND MOISTURE CONTROL

Section 07100 — Vapor and Weather Barriers -------------------------------------------- 07100-4 Section 07210 — Building Insulation ------------------------------------------------------- 07210-3 Section 07211 — Sprayed Foam Insulation ------------------------------------------------- 07211-5 Section 07310 — Composite Shingle Roofing --------------------------------------------- 07310-2 Section 07620 — Prefinished Metal Flashing --------------------------------------------- 07620-3

Section 07920 — Sealants --------------------------------------------------------------------- 07920-4

DIVISION 8 — DOORS AND WINDOWS

Section 08100 — Hollow Metal Doors and Frames --------------------------------------- 08100-4 Section 08210 — Wood Doors --------------------------------------------------------------- 08210-4

Section 08520 — Aluminum-Clad Doors -------------------------------------------------- 08214-5 Section 08410 — Aluminum Framed Storefront ------------------------------------------ 08410-4

Section 08520 — Aluminum-Clad Windows---------------------------------------- ------- 08520-8 Section 08710 — Finish Hardware ---------------------------------------------------------- 08710-16 Section 08800 — Glazing --------------------------------------------------------------------- 08800-5

DIVISION 9 — FINISHES

Section 09255 — Drywall – Wood Framing ----------------------------------------------- 09255-3 Section 09310 — Ceramic Tile -------------------------------------------------------------- 09310-3 Section 09510 — Acoustical Ceilings ------------------------------------------------------ 09510-4 Section 09652 — Resilient Flooring and Base -------------------------------------------- 09652-5 Section 09700 — Resinous Decorative Flooring ------------------------------------------ 09700-5 Section 09900 — Paints and Finishes ------------------------------------------------------- 09900-11

DIVISION 10 — SPECIALTIES

Section 10165 — Toilet Partitions ------------------------------------------------------------ 10165-2 Section 10520 — Fire Extinguisher and Cabinets ------------------------------------------ 10520-2 Section 10800 — Toilet Accessories --------------------------------------------------------- 10800-4

DIVISION 11 — Not Used

DIVISION 12 — Not Used

DIVISION 13 — Not Used

DIVISION 21 - PLUMBING

See Contract Drawings – Specifications are included in drawing set

DIVISION 23 - MECHANICAL

See Contract Drawings – Specifications are included in drawing set

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

See Contract Drawings – Specifications are included in drawing set

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

DIVISION A

BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS OF THE

CONTRACT

The following AIA documents are referenced and shall be considered part of the Contract Documents:

AIA document A201-2017 “General Conditions of the Contract for Construction” (Incorporated herein by reference)

AIA Document A701-2018 “Instructions to Bidders (Incorporated herein by reference)

GENERAL CONDITIONS

The General Conditions of the Contract shall be AIA Document A201- 2017 "General Conditions of the Contract for Construction" which is incorporated herein by reference.

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

The following supplements modify, amplify, change, delete or add to the General Conditions, AIA Document A201-2017. Where any Article, Paragraph, Subparagraph, Clause, Sentence or portion of sentence is modified or deleted, the unaltered portion shall remain in effect.

1.1.1 DEFINITIONS - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

.1 Additional Contract Documents shall be as so enumerated in the Project Manual Table of Contents as "Contract Documents".

.2 The Project Manual is the volume which includes bidding requirements, Conditions of the Contract, Specifications, schedules, reports, other enumerated Contract Documents.

1.1.3 DEFINITIONS - THE WORK (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

.1 "Provide", "furnish", "set" or similar terms when used in the Contract Documents shall be interpreted as furnish and install unless specifically indicated otherwise.

2.2.5 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (SUBSTITUTE PARAGRAPH)

2.2.5 The Contractor will be furnished, free of charge, at least ten (10) copies of Contract Drawings and Project Manuals for construction, and additional sets as returned by Bidders. Additional sets will be furnished at cost of reproduction and shipping.

3.2.4 REVIEW OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS (NEW PARAGRAPH)

3.2.4 The Contractor shall be responsible for the coordination of any mechanical, plumbing or electrical equipment with architectural and structural drawings.

3.4.4 MATERIAL SUPPLIERS (NEW PARAGRAPH)

3.4.4 Prior to contract signing and within (10) ten calendar days from bid date the Contractor shall provide a list of all material suppliers, and subcontractors as specified under General Condition Paragraph 5.2, for Owner and Architect review and approval. Within 30 days of contract signing, the Contractor shall submit all shop drawings and submittals requiring color selections. Failure to object to a manufacturer shall not constitute a waiver of any of the requirements of the Contract Documents to which all products shall conform.

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GENERAL/SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

3.4.5 PROJECT SUBSTITUTIONS (NEW PARAGRAPH)

3.4.5 Product substitution following execution of Contract will be considered only due to unusual or extenuating circumstances. Procedures are specified in Section 01600 "Materials and Equipment".

3.4.6 UTILITY SERVICE (NEW PARAGRAPH)

3.4.6 The Contractor shall provide on-site temporary utility

services in reasonable quantities for other Prime Contractors.

3.7.1 PERMITS (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

.1 Coordinate state fire marshal inspections during construction and obtaining occupancy permit at close of Project as further specified in Section 01010.

3.9.2 SUPERINTENDENT (NEW PARAGRAPH)

3.9.2 The Superintendent shall have supervised past projects of equal size and scope and have excellent performance references from the owners for a minimum of (3) three projects within a period of (5) five years maximum.

Contractor shall submit his appointed superintendent and references for review by the owner and Architect within

(10) ten days from bid date and prior to contract signing.

3.12.11 SHOP DRAWINGS (NEW PARAGRAPH)

3.12.11 The Contractor is fully responsible for the coordination of work and trades related to modifications to the contract documents due to corrective actions during the shop drawings submissions. Shop drawings shall be consistent with architectural and structural drawings and the contractor shall notify the Architect of any deviation from the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

4.6 ARBITRATION (SUBSTITUTE SUBPARAGRAPH)

4.6.1 Arbitration will not be allowed on this project as required by D.O.E. regulations.

6.2.2 NOTICE TO PRIME CONTRACTORS (MODIFICATION)

In the first sentence of paragraph 6.2.2, following the phrase "the Contractor shall, "insert"... give at least 60 days notice to the Architect of proposed installation dates or of the need for receipt of Shop Drawings from other Prime Contractors, and; ...".

7.3.6 CHANGE ORDERS - OVERHEAD AND PROFIT (MOIFICATION)

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Delete "... a reasonable allowance for overhead and profit." at the end of the first sentence and substitute "... an allowance for overhead and profit combined, including the total cost to the Owner in accordance with the schedule set forth in subparagraph 7.3.10 below."

7.3.10 SCHEDULE OF OVERHEAD AND PROFIT (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

7.3.10 In Subparagraphs 7.3.3 and 7.3.6 the maximum allowance for overhead and profit combined, included in the total cost to the Owner, shall be based on the following schedule:

.1 For the Contractor, for any work performed by the Contractor's own forces, 15% of the cost.

.2 For the Contractor, for Work performed by his Sub-contractor, 7-1/2% of the amount due to the Subcontractors.

.3 For each Subcontractor or Sub-subcontractor involved, for any Work performed by that Subcontractor's own forces, 15% of the cost.

.4 For each Subcontractor, for Work performed by his Sub-contractors; 7-1/2% of the amount due the Sub-subcontractor.

.5 Cost to which overhead and profit is to be applied shall be determined in accordance with Subparagraph 7.3.6.

.6 In order to facilitate checking of quotations for extras or credits, all proposals, except those so minor that their propriety can be seen by inspection and meeting the advance approval of the Architect, shall be accompanied by a complete itemization of costs including labor, materials and Subcontracts.

Labor and materials shall be itemized in the manner prescribed above. Where major cost items are Sub-contracts, they shall be itemized also.

8.2.4 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION (NEW PARAGRAPH)

8.2.4 The Owner will require that the Contractor increase his work effort to achieve a six (6) day, ten (10) hour per day work week upon the determination that the construction progress is two (2) weeks behind the original submitted construction schedule as required by the General Conditions. No changes in the Contract Sum will be authorized due to this increased work effort.

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8.4 RAIN DAYS (NEW PARAGRAPH)

8.4 Completion time will not be extended for normal bad

weather. The time for completion as stated in the Contract Documents includes due allowance for days on which work cannot be performed out-of-doors. For the purpose of this contract, the Contractor agrees that he may expect to lose working days to weather in accordance with the following table:

January 14 May 6 September 6 February 14 June 3 October 3 March 10 July 4 November 5 April 7 August 2 December 9

If the total accumulated number of working days lost to the weather from the start of work until the building is enclosed exceeds the total accumulated number to be expected for the same period from the table above, time for completion will be extended by the number of calendar days needed to include the excess number of working days lost. No extensions will be made for days of bad weather occurring after the building is enclosed. Further more, should a project fall behind the Contractor's original construction schedule, no extensions will be given for inclement weather days beyond the scheduled dry-in date plus any additional days due Contractor during such originally scheduled period. No changes in the contract sum will be authorized because of adjustment of contract time due to weather.

9.3.1 RETAINAGE (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

.3 Ten Percent (10%) retainage will be withheld by the Owner from each progress payment until 50% completion and then shall be reduced as outlines in Senate Bill 91, Act. 632.

10.2.1 PROTECTION (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

.4 The work of other Prime Contractors installed as part of the Project and including material acceptance for storage and which are properly stored in areas designated by the Contractor.

ARTICLE 11 – INSURANCE AND BONDS

See following Insurance Requirements.

12.2.4 UNCOVERING AND CORRECTION OF WORK (NEW SUBPARAGRAPH)

.1 In accordance to 12.2.4 the following sentence shall be added: "Upon receiving the inspection report from the Architect and/or Engineer, the Contractor shall comply and complete any/all corrective work within a two (2) working week time period."

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INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

The following supplements modify, amplify, change, delete or add to Article II of AIA Document A201-1997 "General Conditions of the Contract for Construction" which is incorporated herein by reference.

11.1 CONTRACTOR'S LIABILITY INSURANCE

11.1.1 INSURANCE COMPANY (MODIFIATION)

In the first line of Paragraph 11.1.1 following the word "maintain" insert "... in a company licensed to do business in the state in which the Project is located ...".

11.1.2 COVERAGES AND LIMITS (AMPLIFICATION)

A. WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION

Reference - AIA General Conditions Paragraph 11.1.1.1 and .2

Workers' Compensation STATUTORY Employer's Liability $ 100,000

B. COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL LIABILITY

Reference - AIA General Conditions Paragraph 11.1

1. Minimum Monetary Limits

Bodily Injury $ 500,000 Each Occurrence $ 500,000 Aggregate

Property Damage $ 500,000 Each Occurrence $ 500,000 Aggregate

-OR-

Bodily Injury and Property Combined $ 500,000 Each Occurrence $ 500,000 Aggregate

Personal Injury $ 500,000 Aggregate

2. General Coverage

a. Comprehensive Form

b. Premises - Operations

c. Products - Completed Operations*

d. Contractual (covering Hold-Harmless requirements of General Conditions Paragraph 4.18)

e. Broad Form Property Damage (including Completed Operations)

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f. Independent Contractor's Protective

g. Personal Injury (with Employment Exclusion deleted to meet General Conditions Paragraph 11.1.1.4).

*Products and Completed Operations coverage shall be maintained for at least Two (2) years following Final Payment.

3. Extended Coverage

a. "X" (Explosion)

b. "C" (Collapse)

c. "U" (Underground)

d. Owner's Protective Liability

1. The contractor shall require his insurance carrier to add the Owner, his professional consultants and their agents as additional Insureds under the con-tractor's general liability insurance policy with respect to the services performed by the contractor for the Owner.

2. The contractor shall include the following wording with his protection:

"The contractor hereby agrees to hold harmless, indemnify and defend the owner and his agent, architects, engineers and employees while acting within the scope of their duties from and against any and all liability, claims, damages and cost of defense arising out of the contractor's performance of the work described herein but not including the sole negligence of the Owner, his agents, architect and engineers, or employees. The contractor will require any and all subcontractors to conform with the provisions of this clause prior to commencing any work and agrees to insure that this clause is in conformity with the Insurance provisions of the contract.

C. COMPREHENSIVE MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY

Reference - AIA General Conditions Paragraph 11.1.1.6

1. Minimum Monetary Limits

Bodily Injury $ 250,000 Each Person $ 500,000 Each Accident

Property Damage $ 100,000 Each Occurrence

- OR -

Bodily Injury & Property Damaged Combined

$ 500,000 Each Occurrence

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2. Coverage

a. Comprehensive Form

b. Owned and Leased Vehicles

c. Hired Vehicles

d. Non-Owned Vehicles

D. UMBRELLA EXCESS LIABILITY

Umbrella excess liability coverage shall be required in addition to general liability with the following minimum limits:

Bodily Injury and Property Damage Combined:

$ 1,000,000 Each Occurrence $ 1,000,000 Aggregate

Retention (deductible) for self-insured hazards not covered by underlying policies shall not exceed $ 25,000 .

11.1.4 CERTIFICATE SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS (NEW SUBPARAGRAPHS)

.1 Form of Certification shall be ACORD 25-S (1-90) with the following revisions:

a. Include Employment Exclusion deletion for Personal Injury Coverage.

b. Add Owner's Protective as applicable.

c. Cancellation statement shall provide for a 10-day written notification to Owner (and Architect as Owner's agent) prior to modification or cancellation

(WITHOUT QUALIFICATION).

d. Include both Owner and Architect (as Owner's Agent) as certificate holders.

.2 Submittal in triplicate is required at time of executing Contract (see Instructions to Bidders).

11.4 PROPERTY INSURANCE (BUILDER'S RISK)

11.4.1.1 COVERAGE AND LIMITS (AMPLIFICATION)

.1 Property Insurance specified in paragraph 11.4.1 is to be provided by the ( ) OWNER (X) CONTRACTOR.

.2 General Coverage:

All Risk Extended Coverage Theft Vandalism and Malicious Mischief

3. Glass Breakage Protection is to be (X) COVERED

( ) NOT COVERED.

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Special Conditions, Deductibles, Limitations to be covered under property protection (Builder's Risk) coverage upon installation.

4. Names Parties as their interests may appear:

Owner Contractor Subcontractor and Sub-subcontractors

5. Form of Policy: Completed Value Form.

6. Amount of Coverage

(X) Full insurable value of general contract (minimum required by AIA General Conditions).

( ) Full insurable value of all prime contracts (includes Vault, Interior Furnishings, Etc.

( ) Full amount of general contract.

7. Deductible Limit: $ 5,000.00.

Special Deductible Limits (itemize) ____________________.

8. The ( ) OWNER (X) CONTRACTOR is responsible for payment of deductible amounts in case of loss.

11.4.7 SUBROGATION (MODIFICATION)

In the first sentence of Paragraph 11.4.7: After the wording "...(2) the Architect ...", insert "... his consultants, ...". After the words "... separate contractors, if any, and ...", insert "... any of ...".

END OF SECTION

DIVISION B

CONTRACT FORMS

Bid Form Attachment Lumpkin County Animal Shelter - additions alterations

Project Size: 4,696 S.F.

Bid Submission Date: Thursday, ____________ - 2:00 PM

GC must provide back up documentation of all bids received from all subcontractors and suppliers. It is the GC's responsibility to ensure that all bid packages are inclusive of all drawings, specifications and addendums.

The Architect and Owner reserve the right to reject any and all bids and to waive technicalities.

Package Lowest Cost Number Item Bid S.F. %

* General Conditions

* General Contractors Fee

1 Sitework 2 Site Paving 3 Site Concrete (Sidewalks) 4 Building Concrete (Foundations, Slabs and Reinforcing) 5 Masonry (6" & 8" C.M.U.)

6 Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Architectural Woodwork (Cabinetry) 7 Waterproofing, Damproofing, Below Grade Waterproofing 8 Building Insulation (SPF Insulation & Rockwool sound insulation) 9 Sealants 10 Roofing (include metal gutters, downspouts & flashing ) 11 Drywall, Ceilings, Acoustical Ceilings w/ reveal 12 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames, Wood Doors, H.M. Doors 13 Aluminum clad wood windows and Doors 14 Finish Hardware 15 Install Doors & Hardware 16 Resilient Floors & Base, Hard Tile, Flooring Specialties (Epoxy) 17 Painting 18 Specialties (all Division 10) 19 Plumbing - Site & Building 20 HVAC & Controls 21 Electrical (include Fire Alarm, Data Cabling) 22 Miscellaneous Items Not Listed Above (provide description)

Total

Total Number of Days Estimated for Project

** GC to Coordinate with all applicable trades

Item

Construction Phase - General Conditions/Reimbursables

General Conditions including the following:

1 Project Management

2 Project Supervision

3 Project Clerical; General

5 Safety Programs

6 Performance & Payment Bond for Contractor

7 Performance and Payment Bonds for Trades

9 Payroll Taxes on General Contractor's personnel

10 Builder's Risk Insurance

11 Bonds / Insurance

12 Temporary Office and Storage Trailer(s)

14 Vehicles for General Contractor's staff

16 Small tools, and supplies for project clean-up

17 Periodic and Final Job Site Clean-up

18 Temporary Sanitation Facilities

19 Building Temporary Heat, Water & Electricity

20 Construction Sign

21 Office Supplies and Equipment

Insurance for General Contractor, personnel, equipment and building

Temporary Office Utilities including phone, fax, water, sewer, power, heat

Dump trucks, rubber tired loaders, sweepers and other equipment required for project clean-up; including service, maintenance, gas and oil

Lumpin County Animal Shelter - additions & alterations, Dahlonega, GA

Description

Development of Reports (Daily and monthly written reports and photographic documentation of project conditions)

GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES

FEE STRUCTURE

Item

Lumpin County Animal Shelter - additions & alterations, Dahlonega, GA

Description

GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES

FEE STRUCTURE

Total General Conditions / Reimburseable Cost $

Construction Phase - GC Fee

General Contractor Fee Cost $

All costs which may be considered as a reimbursable expense to General Contractor but not specifically indicated by Items 1 - 25

General Conditions continued

Reimburseables

All testing as required by the 2018 International Code, Site Testing, Concrete Testing, Structural Steel Testing.

Building layout including surveying, engineering, instruments and supplies

Travel and living expenses for General Contractor's Staff

SPECIFICATIONS

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01110

1.00 WORK OFF-SITE

A. General Requirements

1. Complete work indicated on Site Plan which is off-site and on public right-of-ways.

2. No other work shall be accomplished outside of property lines except as specifically authorized by Architect.

3. Do not trespass on, or use in any way, adjacent properties without express authorization.

B. Special Requirements

1. Work on public right-of-ways shall meet all requirements and specifications of governing agency having jurisdiction.

2. Obtain permits and post bonds as required from governing agencies.

2.00 CODES AND STANDARDS

A. Codes

1. The Project is subject to and designed in accordance with the following general codes. Manufacturers shall comply with all required codes:

a. International Building Code; (2018,w/Georgia Amendments 2020)

b. National Electric Code; (2017)

c. International Plumbing Code; (2018, w/ Georgia

Amendments, 2020)

d. International Mechanical Code; (2018 w/ Georgia

Amendments, 2020)

e. International Energy Conservation Code; (2015 w/

Georgia Supplements and Amendments, 2020).

f. International Fire Code; (2018)

g. International Fuel Gas Code; (2018 w/ Georgia

Amendments, 2020)

h. N.F.P.A. 101, Life Safety Code

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i. A.N.S.I.

j. Georgia Accessibility Code

2. Where not otherwise noted, code shall be current edition as of Contract Date, and shall include all applicable amendments.

B. Standard Specifications and Codes

1. Referenced standard specifications, codes and manu-facturer's published instructions shall be a part of Project Specifications and complied with in all respects except where Project Specifications exceed minimum qualities of standard specifications.

2. References shall be of edition indicated or current edition as of Contract Date.

3. A copy of referenced specifications shall be available at Site during execution of that portion of the Work.

Issuing agency addresses may be obtained from Architect.

C. Manufacturer's Specifications

1. Where not otherwise indicated, comply with manufacturer specifications and recommendations, including subsurface preparation or minimum requirements as may be applicable.

3.00 BOUNDARIES, REFERENCE POINTS AND EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. Confirmation of Conditions

1. Confirm existing monuments, lines and grades prior to commencement of work and notify Architect of any discrepancies.

2. Following disturbance of existing grades, the Contractor shall be responsible for the correctness of lines, elevations and grades as they relate to building conditions.

B. Protection

1. Preserve and protect monuments throughout work of contract.

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2. Replace disturbed monuments and provide certification of correct location by registered surveyor.

C. Concealed Conditions

1. Reference - General Conditions Paragraph 3.7.4 (A201-2017).

4.00 DEMOLITION, CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Reference - General Conditions Paragraph 3.14 and 6.2.5 (A201-2017).

B. General Requirements

1. Provide demolition required of existing structures to complete new work indicated.

2. Restore work which has been cut, damaged or temporarily removed in executing the Work.

3. When restoring finished surfaces, refinish entire surface to provide uniform finished appearance.

4. Provide temporary bracing, shoring and other structural support elements.

C. Submittal - Prior to restoration of work involving structural elements, submit engineering drawings by structural engineer or written procedural proposal as may be required by Architect.

5.00 TESTS AND INSPECTIONS

A. General Tests and Inspections

1. Testing Agency - Qualified independent laboratory to which no reasonable objection is raised. Upon request, qualification and reference statement will be submitted.

2. Reports - Certificates and Reports made by Testing Agency will be sent directly to Architect and Contractor (in triplicate).

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3. Payment for Re-Testing - Contractor shall bear costs of re-testing (by same laboratory) following corrective work after failure.

4. Coordination

a. Provide suitable, free access to Work.

b. Provide reasonable support services to testing agency including water, power, lighting and use of temporary facilities.

c. Schedule testing services and provide sufficient prior notification to agencies when required tests and inspections are due.

d. Remove and replace Work when covered prior to required testing or inspection.

B. State Fire Marshal Inspections and Occupancy Permit

1. Inspections for Occupancy Permits by State Fire Marshal authorities are normally required at approximately 80% of completion and generally prior to installation of suspended ceilings and concealment of mechanical/ electrical construction.

2. Contractor shall contact Fire Marshal Authorities regarding inspection requirements and indicate on Progress Schedule times when inspections are due.

3. Give advance notification to Fire Marshal Authorities and coordinate times for inspections. Notify Architect of each inspection in order for him to also be present.

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UNIT PRICES

SECTION 01270

UNIT PRICES

Unit prices, as itemized on the Bid Form Attachment, shall form the maximum basis of compensation for applicable changes or additions to the Work. These prices shall include all items of cost, overhead and profit, and shall constitute complete reimbursement to the Contractor. These unit prices shall apply to work added to or deleted from the contracted scope of work. They shall also apply to unforeseen unsuitable soil conditions. The Owner retains the right to self-perform corrective work for unsuitable or unforeseen conditions.

Unit prices shall be described and defined as follows. Note that not necessarily all defined items are requested on the form.

1. General Earth Excavation - On-site earth removed, relocated and compacted to specified requirements on the site, or transported and disposed off-site as excess cut. Includes work in all areas larger than trenches.

2. Footing and General Trench Excavation - Trenching in earth up to back-hoe width and depth for placement of underground piping, utilities, or foundations. Includes back fill compacted to specified requirements.

3. General Rock Excavation - Same as General Excavation above except in rock.

4. Footing and Trench Rock Excavation - Same as General Trench Excavation above except in rock.

5. Compacted Off-Site Fill - Approved off-site earth fill delivered to site, spread and compacted to specified requirements.

6. Excess Cut, Disposed Off-Site - Cut disposed off-site if any area on site is not available.

All changes to the contract involving Unit Prices shall be based on quantities as observed and reported by the project testing agency.

Unit Prices shall include associated testing agency costs.

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01330

1.00 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Requirements:

1. Submit a Schedule of Value, as required under paragraph 9.2 of the General Conditions, no later than

10 days after notice to proceed.

B. Format

1. Prepare on approved Application for Payment form.

2. Use Table of Contents of Specifications as basis for listing various items of work.

3. Prepare separate schedule for each major phase when Project constructed in phases.

C. Itemization

1. Work of one section shall be largest itemization figure. Further itemize major items within a section when in significant amounts.

2. Group together under Division 1 items of a general nature such as bonds, insurance, supervision and temporary facilities.

3. Include costs of overhead, profit, installation and taxes with each item of Work, but not general supervision which shall be listed separately under Division 1.

4. Round off figures to nearest ten dollars, or greater on large projects if approved by Architect. Total sum of all itemizations shall equal Contract Sum.

5. Attach separate detailed itemization of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems, and any other major equipment, system or subcontract as may be requested by Architect.

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2.00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Format

1. Submit schedule in form of a horizontal bar chart on form as shown in Sample Forms Section of Project Manual. Prepare using computer produced critical path method (CPM)format using scheduling software.

2. Provide one bar column for each trade or operation and place from top to bottom in order of Table of Contents of Specifications.

3. Show monthly percentages completed and anticipated progress payments due each month for the Owner's benefit in making his financial arrangements.

4. Include anticipated installation dates for items of work provided by separate Prime Contractors.

5. Indicate times when inspections are required by State Fire Marshal or other officials for Occupancy Permit or other approvals.

B. Submission

1. Submit prior to first Application for Payment as required under Paragraph 3.10 of General Conditions.

2. Attach copy showing actual progress with each Application for Payment.

3. If actual progress is delayed significantly, submit a revised schedule with supporting information indicating how the Contract Completion Date is to be met. Include any revisions to installation dates for other Prime Contractors.

3.00 JOB PROGRESS PHOTOGRAPHY

A. See Section 01323 Photographic Documentation.

4.00 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES

A. Reference - See paragraph 3.12 of General Conditions.

B. Responsibilities

1. Notify Architect for instructions should conflicts

01330-3 become apparent between accepted Shop Drawings and Contract Drawings. Contract Drawings shall take precedence over Shop Drawings.

2. Architect's acceptance or "approval" of Shop Drawings and other submittals is strictly limited to conformance with design concept of Project as presented in original Contract Documents.

3. No deviations from Contract Documents shall be accepted by Architect unless Contractor has informed Architect of specific deviation in writing and Architect has approved that specific deviation in writing. This shall apply to items inadvertently omitted from Shop Drawings as well as to modifications.

4. Dimensions specifically given by Architect are in accordance with design concept of Contract Documents and shall not relieve Contractor of responsibility for construction dimensions or for properly coordinating and forming all components of Work.

C. Submittals Procedure

1. Submit Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples in accordance with requirements of Paragraph 3.12 of the General Conditions, this section, and as required by individual sections of Specifications.

2. Only submittals having been reviewed, stamped and approved by Contractor in accordance with Subparagraph

3.12.5 of the General Conditions shall be accepted for review by Architect.

3. Make submittals digitally (PDF) or in sufficient copies that Architect may retain one (1) copy, and, if applicable, the Engineer may retain one (1) copy. Only one (1) set will be returned marked up to the Contractor.

Additional copies will be returned to Contractor without comments. The Contractor shall be responsible for transferring to additional copies all comments, notes and mark-ups. (Reproducible sepias shall only be submitted if approved in advance by Architect and printing costs of Architect reimbursed.)

4. A preliminary digital (PDF) submittal or two “hard” copies will be accepted by Architect for review when appropriate. One marked copy will be returned to Contractor for completion of drawings.

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5. Clearly identify submittals with the following:

a. Project name.

b. Subcontractor's name and address.

c. Suppliers name and address.

d. Attached transmittal letter from Contractor identifying submittal, bearing transmission date and itemizing deviations from Contract Documents further noted in detail on submittal.

6. Shop Drawings shall include the following minimum information:

a. Page numbers and dates (with revision dates when applicable).

b. Details at sufficient scale for meaningful review and to show all applicable information and relationships.

c. Plans and elevations as required to show relation and location of components within structure.

d. Cross references to sheets and detail numbers of applicable Contract Documents.

e. Dimensions of all drawing components.

f. Identification of all components, materials, finishes and related product information with Product Data sheets attached.

g. Schedules and quantity summaries as applicable.

h. Relation of adjacent materials or structure.

7. Manufacturer's Pre-Printed Product Data

a. Mark literature and add information as specifically applicable to Project.

b. Delete portions of literature not applicable to Project.

c. Indicate dimensions, clearances, finishes, capacities, performance characteristics and other applicable data.

d. Include detailed installation data.

8. Resubmission

a. Revise original submittal documents and resubmit as required for original submittal.

b. Specifically indicate on drawings all revisions made and any revisions other than those required by the Architect.

D. Samples

1. Samples shall be of sufficient size to clearly illustrate color, texture or functional characteristics of product or material, with integrally related parts and attachment devices when applicable.

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2. Provide actual material samples for color selections.

When applicable, provide sufficient samples to show extremes of any color variation or range to be expected from finished project.

3. Samples to be incorporated in the Work or returned to the manufacturer after completion of Project shall be so noted. Contractor or manufacturer shall arrange returns at no cost to Architect.

E. Certifications

1. Laboratory reports shall be signed by a qualified engineer and authorized representative of the Laboratory.

2. Engineers shall be lawfully registered.

3. Subcontractors and manufacturers certifications shall be signed by a legally authorized officer.

F. Guarantee

1. Submit a "copy" of any required guarantees, or a letter of intent to supply the required guarantee by the product manufacturer, along with Shop Drawing or Product Data submittal.

2. See Project Closeout Requirements for final submittal of "original" copy of guarantees.

G. Field Samples (See also “Project Site Mock-Ups”)

1. Provide full size mock-ups erected at the site, or in approved location, showing all related work, finish, color, and proposed quality.

2. Locate field samples to receive preferred natural lighting and to provide unobstructed viewing.

5.00 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Submission - Submit Application for Payment in triplicate to Architect monthly on or about first of month in accordance with Progress Payments paragraph of Agreement and Article 9 of the General Conditions.

B. Format - Applications for Payment shall be submitted on AIA Form G702 "Application and Certification for Payment"

01330-6 and AIA Form G703 "Continuation Sheet". Applications shall be in identical format to approved Schedule of Values submittal. Copies of application forms may be obtained at cost through Architect.

C. Certification - Contractor shall sign and have notarized certification portion of application prior to submission.

D. Retainage - Unless otherwise provided in Agreement, a 10% retainage will be withheld from all payments until Final Payment, unless a reduction is approved following Substantial Completion.

E. Payments - Architect will review and forward each Application to Owner for payment. Payments will be due by tenth of month or ten days following submission date.

F. Stored Materials Itemization (AIA Document G703)

1. Amounts entered in Column F "Stored Materials" shall remain in Column F until the material is actually incorporated into Project as Work in Place, at which time the proportionate amount shall be transferred directly to Column E "Work in Place This Application".

2. Utilize Column D "Previous Applications" only for Work in place approved in previous applications, not including any amounts for stored materials even though previously paid.

3. Attach itemization of materials in storage when application is made and entered in Column F. Copies of bills of sale or invoices shall not be required unless requested by Architect.

G. Final Application for Payment

1. See special requirements, submittals and attachments due with or before final application for payment as specified in Section 01780, "Project Closeout".

H. Mechanical-Electrical Itemization - Attach itemization of mechanical and electrical work and other equipment, systems or subcontracts as requested by Architect.

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TEMPORARY FACILITIES

SECTION 01500

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

1.0 GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Section, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes requirements for temporary facilities and controls, including temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

1.03 USE CHARGES

A. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum.

B. Water Service: Where water service is already available on-site, use water from Owner’s existing water system without metering and without payment of use charges.

C. Electric Power Service: Use electric power from Owner’s existing system without metering and without payment of use charges.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Standards: Comply with ANSI A1.06, NECA’s “Temporary Electrical Facilities”, NEMA, NFPA 70, NFPA 241 and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service.

B. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to test and inspect each temporary utility before use. Obtain required certifications and permits.

1.05 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Utilities: At earliest feasible time and when acceptable to Owner, change over from use of temporary service to use of permanent service.

B. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Installer of each permanent service shall assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use as a construction facility before Owner’s acceptance, regardless of previously assigned responsibilities.

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C. Conditions of Use: The following conditions apply to use of temporary services and facilities by all parties engaged in the Work:

1. Keep temporary services and facilities clean and neat.

2. Relocate temporary services and facilities are required by progress of the Work.

2.0 PRODUCTS

2.01 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Project Office

1. Provide temporary weather tight office facilities at convenient location on site for use by Contractor, Subcontractors, and other Prime Contractors for duration of work.

2. Facility shall be adequate for work and supplied with:

a. Heat, light and ventilation.

b. Private telephone service with exterior bell. Supply two (2) lines; one (1) shall be dedicated to the computer phone modem.

c. Plan table.

d. Facilities for orderly storage of Record Documents, correspondence and supplies.

e. Work table for carrying out administrative duties.

f. Calculator.

e. Fax or scanner

f. Digital camera, for job progress photographs and image viewing software. Provide Architect with licensed copy of Contractor’s viewing software at Architect’s request.

g. IBM-compatible Computer, Pentium or better, with Internet connection and E-mail address.

h. 56 kbs or better Phone Modem.

i. Computer Printer with 300 dpi print resolution or better.

B. Storage Enclosures - Provide for weather protection and security from theft and vandalism. (See storage requirements specified in Section 01600).

C. Toilet Facilities - Provide temporary toilet facilities on site for all workmen on Project. Facilities shall comply with ordinances relative to such facilities and shall be serviced on regular schedule to maintain in sanitary condition. Locate in inconspicuous area toward rear of site as approved by Architect.

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D. Maintenance - All temporary buildings and facilities shall be kept clean, orderly, painted and in good repair.

2.02 TEMPORARY PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES

A. Protective Fencing

1. Contractor shall provide temporary enclosure fencing as indicated on Site Plan or as necessary to provide protection for materials or public.

2. Fencing shall be well constructed, straight, uniform and adequate for conditions, consisting of minimum 4x6" mesh heavy gauge wire fencing, 6' tall with posts not less than 10’o.c.

3. Maintain fencing in neat and serviceable condition.

B. Existing Tree Protection

1. Existing trees not indicated on Site Plan to be removed and not within immediate construction area, shall remain and shall be protected from physical damage throughout construction period. Protection shall be placed before any excavation or grading is begun within area and shall remain until landscaping work is started.

2. Protection shall be as follows:

a. Individual Trees - Wrap trunk from ground to 5’ height with burlap and vertical 2x4 planks wired together and not more than 2’ apart.

b. Tree Group - Provide protective fencing as specified above.

C. Temporary Barricades - See General Conditions, Article 10.

D. Removal - Remove temporary structures at end of project or sooner as conditions warrant.

2.03 TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION

A. Requirements

1. Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities of types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controllable fire losses.

Comply with NFPA 241.

a. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

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b. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, temporary fire-protection facilities, stairways and other access routes for firefighting.

2. Provide fire extinguishers to protect Work completed or stored on project (see Materials Storage paragraphs of Materials and Equipment Section of Division 1).

3.00 EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required.

B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed.

3.02 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Engage appropriate local utility company to install temporary service or connect to existing service.

1. Arrange with utility company, and Owner for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary services.

2. Provide adequate capacity at each stage of construction.

B. Water Service: Use of Owner’s existing water service facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner.

At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

C. Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets, wash facilities, and drinking-water fixtures. Comply with regulations and health codes for type, number and maintenance.

1. Disposable Supplies: Provide toilet tissue, paper towels, paper cups and similar disposable materials for each facility.

2. Toilets: Install self-contained toilet units. Shield toilets to ensure privacy.

3. Drinking-Water Facilities: Provide bottled-water, drinking water units.

D. Heating and Cooling: Provide temporary heating and cooling required by construction activities for curing or drying of completed installations or for protecting installed construction from adverse effects of low temperatures or high humidity.

E. Ventilation, Humidity and Moisture Control: Provide portable HVAC and dehumidification equipment as required by construction activities for curing or drying of completed

01500-5 installations or for protecting installed construction from adverse effects of high humidity. Select equipment that will not have a harmful effect on completed installations or elements being installed.

1. Provide portable HVAC and dehumidification equipment to attain and maintain building and material moisture content levels as required by interior finish manufactures and that will not support the growth of mold and mildew. Operate portable equipment from the time the building in enclosed until substantial completion. Do not operate permanent HVAC equipment until substantial completion has been achieved.

F. Electric Power Service: Provide weatherproof, grounded electric power service and distribution system of sufficient size, capacity and power characteristics during construction period.

G. Electric Power Service: Use of Owner’s existing electric power service will be permitted, as long as equipment is maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner.

H. Lighting: Provide temporary lighting with local switching that provides adequate illumination for construction operations and traffic conditions.

I. Telephone Service: Provide temporary telephone service throughout construction period.

3.03 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

B. Maintenance: Maintain facilities in good operating condition until removal.

1. Maintain operation of temporary enclosures, heating, cooling, humidity control, ventilation, and similar facilities on a 24-hour basis where required to achieve indicated results and to avoid possibility of damage.

C. Temporary Facility Changeover: Do not change over from using temporary security and protection facilities to permanent facilities until Substantial Completion.

D. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completions.