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PROJECT MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

Cover Page

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VOLUME 1

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 010000 Supplementary Conditions for Construction

Section 013250 BIM Requirements

Section 013526 Special Safety Requirements

Section 017419 Construction Waste Management

Section 017823 Operation and Maintenance Data Requirements

Section 018119 Construction Indoor Air Quality Requirements

Section 019113 Commissioning

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 024100 Demolition

Section 028200 Asbestos Abatement

Section 028300 Work Activities Impacting Lead Containing Materials

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

Section 033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete

Section 033546 Concrete Topical Treatments

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

Section 042000 Unit Masonry

DIVISION 05 - METALS

Section 051200 Structural Steel Framing

Section 055000 Metal Fabrications

Section 055119 Metal Grating Stairs

Section 055213 Pipe and Tube Railings

Section 055300 Metal Grating

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

Section 061000 Rough Carpentry

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DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 070150 Preparation for Reroofing

Section 071400 Fluid-Applied Waterproofing

Section 076200 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim

Section 078100 Sprayed Fire-Resistant Materials

Section 078413 Penetration Firestopping

Section 078440 Fire-Resistive Joint Systems

Section 079200 Joint Sealants

Section 079500 Expansion Control

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

Section 081110 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

Section 083110 Access Doors and Frames

Section 087100 Door Hardware

Section 089000 Louvers and Vents

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

Section 090129 Plaster Patching and Repairs

Section 092110 Gypsum Board Assemblies

Section 092120 Gypsum Board Shaft-Wall Assemblies

Section 095100 Acoustical Ceilings

Section 096513 Resilient Wall Base and Accessories

Section 096613 Precast Terrazzo

Section 097500 Stone Facing

Section 099000 Painting and Coating

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

Section 101400 Signage

Section 102610 Corner Guards

Section 104400 Fire Extinguishers, Cabinets, and Accessories

Section 108213 Exterior Roof Screens

VOLUME 2

DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

Section 211313 Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems

Section 211316 Dry Pipe & Preaction Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

Section 220000 Plumbing

DIVISION 23 - HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Section 230000 General Provisions

Section 230500 Demolition and Removals

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Section 230513 Motors and Starters

Section 230523 Pipe, Valves and Fittings

Section 230548 Equipment Bases and Vibration Control

Section 230593 Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

Section 230700 Insulation

Section 230923 Controls and Instrumentation

Section 232000 Pumping Equipment

Section 233000 Ductwork and Air Outlets

Section 237000 Air Handling and Treatment

Section 238129 Variable Flow Refrigerant Systems

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

Section 260000 General Provisions

Section 260050 Demolition and Removals

Section 260500 Basic Materials

Section 260548 Electrical Vibration and Noise Control

Section 260550 Electronic Submetering System

Section 262200 Dry Type Transformers

Section 262413 Switchboards

Section 262416 Panel Boards

Section 262800 Low-Voltage Circuit Protective Devices

Section 263200 Emergency Power System

Section 263623 Automatic Transfer Switch

Section 264313 Surge Protection Devices

Section 265000 Service Lighting

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

Section 270528 Telecommunication and Data Wiring System

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

Section 283111 Addressable Fire Alarm Systems

APPENDIX A – HAZMAT REPORTS

AM&A Bulk Sampling and Polarized Light Microscopy Report Dated June 16, 2009

AM&A Assessment of Asbestos Dated August 13, 2009

ECS Asbestos Containing Materials Survey Dated April 18, 2025

ECS Limited Hazardous Material Survey Dated Feb 2, 2022

F&R Asbestos Containing Materials Survey Report Dated Jan 24, 2019

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Supplementary Conditions for Construction 010000

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 010000

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION

PROJECT SUMMARY AND INFORMATION

1. PROJECT INFORMATION

1.1. SF Project No. 1803117

Emergency Generator

National Museum of American History

14th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW

Washington, D.C. 20001

1.2. Smithsonian Institution Contacts:

Contracting Officer (CO), address for Fed Ex and UPS delivery:

Smithsonian Institution

Office of Contracting & Personal Property Management

600 Maryland Ave. SW, Suite 500E

Washington, D.C. 20024

Contracting Officer (CO), address for USPS delivery:

Smithsonian Institution

Office of Contracting & Personal Property Management

600 Maryland Ave. SW, Suite 500E

Washington, D.C. 20024

Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), address for Fed Ex and UPS, delivery:

Smithsonian Institution

Attn: Mr. Jamil Burnett

Office of Planning Design & Construction

600 Maryland Avenue SW, Suite 5001

Washington, DC 20024

Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), address for USPS delivery:

Smithsonian Institution

Attn: Mr. Jamil Burnett

Office of Planning Design & Construction

P.O. Box 37012, MRC 511

Washington, DC 20013-7012

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2. SUMMARY OF WORK

2.1. Install two (2) new natural gas powered 500kW generators in the enclosed open to air rooftop penthouse. Convert existing collections storage space (Room 4606) to a new

Emergency Electrical Room. Decommission and remove existing Diesel generator on

Lower Level.

2.2. The Work includes, but is not limited to the following:

2.2.1 Coordination between a complex existing building which will remain fully operational and open to the public during the duration of the work and new electrical and gas service pathways throughout.

2.2.2 Erection of temporary construction safety barriers, dust and debris air filtration, and localized welding fume extraction.

2.2.3 Work within and adjacent to sensitive 5th floor spaces including the

Library and the Director’s Suite.

2.2.4 Existing conditions documentation at onset of construction phase.

Reference 013250 BIM Requirements for data capture requirements.

2.2.5 Support the Smithsonian’s Commissioning Agent throughout the construction and commissioning process.

2.2.6 Development of coordination and construction BIM models early in the construction phase that depict existing conditions and proposed service pathways.

2.2.7 A Short Circuit Study of the proposed project prior to equipment submittals.

2.2.8 Protection of existing finishes in the areas of work.

2.2.9 Bid Option to subcontract with a qualified collections handler to relocate objects in the cabinets indicated in the logistics plan to a storage location within the building. Collections/Art Handler and

Contractor shall be insured and qualified to work in a collections environment.

2.2.10 Relocation of collections storage equipment including shelves and cabinets.

2.2.11 Installation of two new 500kW gas-powered emergency generators with integral paralleling gear on a new rooftop structural steel platform.

2.2.12 Installation of a new gas line throughout the building to the roof to serve the new generators, including a quality control in-situ mock-up.

2.2.13 Installation of new conduit, MI cabling, panelboards, and pull-boxes throughout the building. Removal of existing conduit, panelboards, and pull-boxes throughout the building.

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2.2.14 Working around existing IT/Fiber Optic within the 4th floor corridors to allow for new conduit installation.

2.2.15 At least two major switchover events: One from existing to temporary emergency power supplies and one for temporary to new emergency power supplies.

2.2.16 A new Emergency Electrical Room on the 4th floor to contain a new switchboard, ATS’s, transformers, and panelboards.

2.2.17 Reinforcement of existing structure to support the new generators.

2.2.18 Removal of the existing diesel generator in the lower level.

2.2.19 Follow procedures for testing for lead and asbestos on existing piping at new points of connection.

2.2.20 Installation of new fuel oil pumps in the Lower Level .

2.2.21 Work within and adjacent to sensitive Collections Storage areas that will have access restrictions and will require security escort.

2.2.22 Crane picks on the Constitution Avenue side of NMAH.

2.2.23 Ceiling removals and reinstallation on the 4th and 5th floors.

2.2.24 Hot-work required to weld the gas and containment pipe sections, cutting of existing pipe, and heat producing hot applied roofing membrane.

2.2.25 Integration and coordination of new mechanical and generator control systems into existing Siemens BAS.

2.2.26 Testing, commissioning, and black start of new electrical emergency generator systems.

2.3.1 Critical Elements of the Work and required Qualifications: Refer to applicable specification sections for full requirements. :

2.3.1.1 Delegated Design: Temporary Work:

o Temporary shoring above demolished wall openings.

o Required interior and exterior scaffolding/temporary platforms, stairs, and guards.

o Rigging and rooftop laydown area.

o Exterior horizontal and vertical temporary cable scaffolding and support.

2.3.1.2 Delegated Design Packages: New Work (refer to drawings) o Metal railings and stairs for new generator and access platforms.

Metal railings and stair connections to new generator platforms.

Metal railing and stairs connections to existing roof slab.

o New steel lintels above new CMU wall openings.

o Steel supports and hangars for electrical conduit, pull boxes, gas piping, and mechanical pipes and ductwork supported from existing decks above and vertical runs within existing and new shafts in accordance with distributed loading limits and points of support limitations described in structural drawings.

100% Construction Documents Page 4 of 66 o Support of heavy piping from new and existing supports in spaces where significant piping and conduit will need to remain overhead.

o Framing and blocking elevations of walls to support electrical equipment and panelboards in accordance with electrical drawings.

o Custom pull box labelled PB-603 and associated insulated enclosure PBE-1.

2.3.1.3 Qualified Trades:

o Qualified welders are needed for a new gas service which extends from the west side of the Lower Level to the new generators on the penthouse. Welding requirements along this route include work in constrained conditions and in close proximity to other building services such as open cable trays that are vulnerable to hot temperatures.

o The welding contractor must be highly qualified with demonstrated experience performing quality welds in restricted (tight) spaces.

All welders must provide current training certification (as applicable) in accordance with:

ANSI/ASME SEC 9 - Welding and Brazing Qualifications

ANSI/ASME SEC B31.9 - Building Services Piping

ANSI/AWS D10.12 (Recommended Practices for Local

Heating of Welds)

AWS D1.1 (Structural Welding Code - Steel)

ANSI/AWS D10.12 - Guide for Welding Mild Steel Pipe

ASTM A234 - Pipe Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and

Alloy Steel for Moderate and High Temperature Service o Qualified electricians are needed for work that involves clear communications and documentation to address complex existing circuit board conditions and multi-step shut down and reconnection procedures.

o Electricians must demonstrate exceptional qualifications and provide specific electrical training documentation, e.g. NFPA 70E

(Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace) certification or other comparable training documentation.

o Electricians on site personnel must be trained to operating the existing life safety systems.

o Electrician must demonstrate BIM capabilities in accordance with

SI BIM requirements.

o Competent Person Requirements: All contractors shall provide competent person training documentation for each applicable discipline involved in the project. Additionally, a certified competent person for each discipline must be present onsite during all relevant work activities to ensure proper oversight and safety compliance.

2.3.1.4 Special Procedures – BIM

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100% Construction Documents Page 5 of 66 o Conformance with requirements identified in specification section

013250 BIM Requirements, including but not limited to:

Existing and as-built conditions shall be identified, documented, field verified, and incorporated into the coordination and construction BIM models. May incorporate LIDAR scans.

Facility elements shall be properly represented within the

Model(s) to align with field verified conditions.

Access to maintain, repair, or replace facility elements shall be identified and validated.

Clearances, such as those required by code and equipment specifications, have shall be identified and validated.

Interferences (i.e. clashes or aka conflicts) shall be identified and resolved.

o Contractor to provide coordination models and shop drawings that present proposed systems integrated and free of interferences.

2.3.1.5 Special Procedures

o Contractor shall coordinate a meeting with COTR, OSHEM and the NMAH safety coordinator concurrent with the kick off meeting.

o The Smithsonian Safety Manual must be referenced in regard to all

Hot Work operations.

o For the steam and chilled water lines, the Mechanical

Subcontractor must submit a shut down plan (8) weeks in advance of the scheduled shut down and meet with SI OFMR management and applicable personnel in (10) working days in advance of shut down to review the procedure in detail. Refer to Section 23 for additional requirements.

o For the shut down of any electrical panel or substation, the

Subcontractor must submit a shut down plan (10) working days weeks in advance of the shut down and meet with SI OFMR management and applicable personnel (2) working days prior to the shut down to review the procedure in detail. Refer to Section

23 for additional requirements.

o Electrician must meet with SI Life Safety Group (Fire Alarm

Shop) (10) working days prior to any shut down or work on the FA system. Refer to Section 23 for additional requirements.

2.3.1.6 Special Procedures – Gas Piping Installation

o Gas piping installation will require specialized means and methods involving welding operations. Contractors must demonstrate specific experience with gas line welding and provide detailed means and methods for safe installation practices.

2.3.2 Critical Elements of the project Sequence and Installation:

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2.3.2.1 Conduit Routing Shop Drawings

Upon award of contract, contractor shall perform conduit routing coordination shop drawings in conjunction with existing conditions verification. Shop Drawings with electrical feeder lengths are required for short circuit study calculations by equipment manufacturer. Provide submittals on all major equipment shall be expedited to minimize lead times including generator, switchboards, panelboards, transfer switches, generator connection boxes, short circuit study, mechanical HVAC units, fuel oil pumps, etc.

2.3.2.2 Circuit Tracing

Contractor shall perform circuit tracing and submit report. Circuit tracing to be completed prior to electrical panelboard / short circuit study submittal to confirm sizing and quantity of circuit breakers in new panels that will back-feed existing circuits. See section 23.1 for required advance notice for service interruptions.

2.3.2.3 Existing DHW Natural Gas Piping Re-work

Existing roof boiler room natural gas piping located on the roof and boiler hot water piping located on roof shall be rerouted in order to allow for new electrical custom roof pull box PB-603 to be installed including insulated enclosure. Contractor shall provide submittals and coordination shop drawings for the natural gas piping and hot water piping prior to work. Minimize downtime of the boiler system to a single night cut-over by preinstalling all new piping, supports, valves, and terminations. This work shall take place right after award of contract to enable electrical loading dock feeder routing from loading dock to roof and installation of pull box PB-603. See section 23.1 for required advance notice for service interruptions.

2.3.2.4 Temporary Roll-up 2MW Diesel Generator and Temporary Cabling

Provide temporary 2MW diesel generator parked near the museum west side loading dock tunnel for the duration of the generator fuel oil system and piping re-work , existing fire protection dry-system piping rework, and installation of manual transfer switch MTS-

GD on roof. The temporary generator is required in order to take off-line roof mounted

1.5MW generator G-D and lower level 300kW generator as both are served by the diesel fuel oil system. Also, MTS-GD installation requires modifications to the existing generator G-D feeders. This work is required to be performed while existing generators are off-line backed by temporary generator and needs to take place early in construction process in order to allow for new electrical custom roof pull box PB-603 to be installed to facilitate G1 & G2 generator systems feeder riser installation from roof into the building.

Submittals and coordination shop drawings shall be provided ahead of this work for these

100% Construction Documents Page 7 of 66 systems including items listed below. Commissioning of the fuel oil system and commissioning of existing generator system shall be provided upon completion of this work.

2.3.2.4.1 Temporary generator shall be diesel, standby type, exterior rated with block and jacket heaters connected to shore power disconnect and battery charger circuit in loading dock. Connect roll-up generator start circuit to roof 1.5MW generator G-D with temporary conductors. Also connect roll-up generator start circuit to lower level 300kW generator with temporary conductors. Provide temporary mining cabling with cam locks for each generator temporary loads. For roof 1.5MW generator system G-D provide approximately 700’-0” of temporary cabling from loading dock temp roll-up generator to roof mounted existing pull box (PB-601) and splice (temporary cables shall be routed exterior on the side of the museum building form loading dock to roof.) See section 23.1 for required advance notice for service interruptions.

2.3.2.4.2 For lower-level DS-LG 300kW generator system provide approximately

400’-0” of temporary cabling from loading dock temp roll-up generator to Lower

Level emergency electric room generator splice box and splice (temporary cables shall be routed through the loading dock and lower level.). See section 23.1 for required advance notice for service interruptions.

2.3.2.5 Existing Rooftop Fuel Oil Piping

Existing generator fuel oil piping on the roof as well as the boiler hot water supply and return piping shall be rerouted on roof in order to allow for new electrical custom roof pull box PB-603 to be installed including the hot box enclosure. Provide temporary piping installation routing coordinated with electrical contractor away from electrical work and away from permanent fuel oil piping and boiler piping routing. Minimize downtime of the fuel oil system and boiler system to a single night cut-over by preinstalling all new piping, supports and terminations. This work shall take place right after award of contract to enable electrical loading dock feeder routing from loading dock to roof via pull box PB-603. See section 23.1 for required advance notice for service interruptions.

2.3.2.6 Existing Rooftop Fire Protection

Existing fire protection dry-system piping on the roof shall be rerouted in order to allow for new electrical custom roof pull box PB-603 to be installed including hot box enclosure. Provide submittals and coordination shop drawings required for work on the fire protection systems. Minimize downtime of the fire protection systems to a single night cut-over by preinstalling all new piping, supports and terminations. This work shall take place right after award of contract to enable electrical loading dock feeder routing

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2.3.2.7 Existing roof mounted fuel oil piping shall be re-routed to allow for electrical conduit riser and pull box installation including installation of fuel oil piping re-routing on roof, fuel duplex pumps replacement / replacement of fuel system control panel in new location and installation of safety shut-off valves on fuel oil piping serving existing diesel generator.

2.3.2.8 New Electrical Feeders

Installation of electrical feeder from loading dock to roof with docking stations DS-LG and DS-RG. Provide submittals and coordination shop drawings right after contract award required for work on loading dock feeder, generator docking stations DS-LG and

DS-RG, and associated shore power outlets as indicated on drawings. This work to be done after electrical coordination shop drawings are complete and prior to installation and commissioning of new G1 and G2 generators in order to facilitate 100% load bank testing.

2.3.2.9 New Platform (Lower)

Installation of lower platform structural steel on roof, associated rigging, and associated conduit, feeder, panelboard electrical equipment.

2.3.2.10 Rework of existing mechanical exhaust fans on roof.

Existing exhaust fans under the existing generator platform are hard to access and in conflict with proposed electrical routing under the existing platform will replaced and relocated to the south.

2.3.2.10 New 4th Floor EERM

Installation of new Emergency Electrical Room on 4th Floor is required early in the construction sequence to accommodate the emergency power equipment and conduit placement.

2.3.2.11 Removals 4th Floor Ceiling Work

Removal of Corridor ceiling and safe-off of electrical devices, lighting, security devices, fire alarm, etc. * Note that shutdowns will be required with 2-week notice to NMAH for each shutdown. Refer to section 60 of this specification for work scheduling requirements and to section 58 for scheduling of security guard requirements.

2.3.2.12 New Electrical Feeders Installation

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Installation of electrical feeders from Lower Level and Roof including supports and associated supplemental steel part of delegated design. Refer to section 60 of this specification for work scheduling requirements and to section 58 for scheduling of security guard requirements.

2.3.2.13 New Board Installation

Installation of switchboard, panelboards, transfer switches, generator connection boxes.

2.3.2.14 New HVAC System Installation

Installation of HVAC cooling systems. BMS monitoring points installation. Provide site meeting with Siemens, design team, OFMR/SI, NMAH to review and coordinate all work. Note that HVAC systems work needs to be completed prior to commissioning G1

& G2 generators.

2.3.2.15 New Fire Alarm, IT, and Security Installation

Fire alarm work, IT work, Security access control work. Shutdowns will require 2-week notice to NMAH.

2.3.2.16 New Gas Line Installation

Installation of natural gas line from Lower Level to Roof. Note that shutdowns will be required with 2-week notice to NMAH for each shutdown. Note that gas line work needs to be completed prior to installation of G1 & G2 generators.

2.3.2.17 New Fire Protection Installation

Installation of fire protection dry system serving new generators. See section 23.1 for required advance notice for service interruptions.

2.3.2.18 New Platform (Upper)

Rigging and installation of roof generators and external load bank. Upper structural steel and G2 generator will be rigged and installed after the lower G1 generator is installed.

Factory testing and load bank test of generators.

2.3.2.19 Testing and Commissioning Activities

2.3.2.19.1 Commissioning of new G1 & G2 generator system. Note that new generator system G1 & G2 shall be completely installed and commissioned in order to start relocating and back-feeding existing Lower Level generator loads from G1 & G2 system.

2.3.2.19.2 Commissioning of HVAC systems.

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2.3.2.19.3 Fire alarm system testing. Shutdowns will require 2-week notice to

NMAH.

2.3.2.19.4 Relocation of existing Lower Level branch circuits from Lower Level generator source to new panels on 2nd floor and 4th floor generator panels.

Backfeeding of existing to remain Lower Level Security Center and Chiller room generator panels from Generator system. Shutdowns will require 2-week notice to

NMAH.

2.3.2.19.5 Commissioning blackout test of new G1 & G2 generator system with relocated Lower Level generator loads . Shutdowns will require 2-week notice to

NMAH.

2.3.2.20 Removals

Removal of existing Lower Level generator once all loads are disconnected.

Modifications to fuel oil system and associated testing. Shutdowns require 2-week notice to NMAH.

3. CONTRACT TIME FOR COMPLETION

3.1. Begin work under this contract within ten (10) calendar days after the Notice to

Proceed and within the total contract time of (680) calendar days. Complete all work, including project closeout activities in every respect within the contract time.

3.2. The start date and completion date are as stated in the Notice to Proceed issued by the Contracting Officer.

4. SCHEDULE OF OPTIONS FOR BID

1. Collections Move

Contractor shall engage a qualified Collections/Art Handler to move items out of the work zone and back into place at the end of the construction.

5. SCHEDULE OF UNIT PRICES

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6. BIDDER EXAMINATION OF SITE

6.1. Every effort was made to indicate all work necessary to complete the project as identified. All bidders must carefully examine the all work zones indicated in the drawings during the bid period and satisfy themselves as to the extent, nature and location of the work, general and local conditions, particularly those bearing on transportation, disposal, handling and storage of materials, availability of labor, water, 100% Construction Documents Page 11 of 66 electric power, access routes, uncertainties of the weather, type of equipment and facilities needed for the successful execution of the Work.

6.2. Pre-Bid Conference and Site Visit. Before the bid opening date, a scheduled pre-bid conference and site visit will be announced by the Contracting Officer. The purpose of the scheduled meeting is to provide an opportunity for all bidders to review the project site. Any comments, information or discussion during the site visit shall not modify the contract documents. All project questions must be submitted as an RFI to the Contracting

Officer for response.

6.3 Submission Requirements: Contractors responding to this solicitation (and subcontractors) shall provide:

• All required training certifications and documentation

• Verification of training of competent person qualifications for each discipline

• Comprehensive site-specific safety plans

• Quality assurance protocols and inspection procedure

• Detailed means and methods for specialized work activities

• Draft of BIM PxP to demonstrate ability to perform required BIM tasks

7. AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

7.1. The bidder may obtain electronic versions of the drawings and specifications from:

Design Manager

Mr. Justin Lieu

Smithsonian Institution

Office of Planning, Design and Construction

600 Maryland Avenue, SW

Suite 5001

Washington, DC 20024

7.2. The bidder is responsible for making their own hard copies of the solicitation documents.

SPECIAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

8. UNITS OF MEASURE

8.1. Perform all fabrication and installation in accordance with the units of measure given in the Contract Documents.

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8.2. All Contractor and subcontractor personnel working on the site must possess and use metric measuring equipment for all work shown in metric units. Conversion of dimensions shown on contract drawings to English units for use of non-metric measuring equipment is prohibited.

9. NON-PUBLIC, TENANT AND SECURED SPACES

9.1. Certain tenant spaces, non-public spaces, utility and equipment rooms and other areas related to or used for purposes of storage, conservation, research, curation of museum collection and artifacts or for scientific research may have restricted access.

9.2. Identify to the COTR as soon as possible, but no less than two (2) working days in advance, any occupied areas that must be accessed that are located outside the limits of the project site. Identify in writing:

9.2.1. Restricted areas to be accessed.

9.2.2. Specific reason for needing access.

9.2.3. Nature of the work to be performed.

9.2.4. Date(s) and hours needed to complete construction work activity.

10. MUSEUM ARTIFACTS AND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH MATERIALS

10.1. The handling of museum artifacts or scientific research experiments by the

Contractor is strictly prohibited without written consent of the Smithsonian. The existing museum artifacts and research related materials may be moved only by authorized

Smithsonian Museum curatorial personnel. An offender of this clause may be subject to arrest or removal from the premises and project by Smithsonian security officers.

10.2. If temporary relocation of artifacts or research experiments is necessary, give notice to the COTR at least fifteen (15) working days in advance of the time relocation is needed.

10.3. Humidity/Temperature Controlled Spaces: Take care to minimize fluctuations in air conditions and quality, particularly in areas containing artifacts and storage collections and laboratories and scientific research experiments. Humidity and temperature-controlled areas require consistency of utility operation. Notify the COTR in writing if conditions are subject to fluctuation due to contract work.

10.4 Vibration Mitigation : Contractor shall meet with the COTR and AE team to confirm compliance with vibration limits set forth in Section 013526 Special Safety

Requirements

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11. PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES

11.1. The project site is located in a designated National Historic Landmark property and requires special attention to the quality of materials selected for installation and workmanship efforts to satisfactorily preserve and restore historic elements and finishes of an historic landmark structure.

11.2. Upon request of the COTR, submit evidence of technical competence in restoration work for National Historic Landmark structures, including subcontractor resumes, references and photographs or previous similar work.

11.3. Without exception, all original building fabric of the National American History

Museum is designated historic.

12. COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

12.1. The Smithsonian Institution is a trust instrumentality of the United States

(recognized as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue

Code) and although not an Executive Branch of the U.S. Government, is committed to planning, designing, constructing, maintaining and operating its owned and leased buildings and facilities consistent with Federal environmental and energy management requirements, as listed in the Smithsonian SF Codes, Standards and Guidelines document, dated February 15, 2012, to the maximum extent practical.

12.2. Refer to Division 02 section “Selective Demolition” for the Construction and

Demolition Waste Management Tracking Sheet. Use this sheet to record waste management activities. Submission of updated project Waste Management Tracking is required with each Application for Payment.

13. COMMISSIONING

13.1 The Smithsonian requires Fundamental Commissioning (as defined by the LEED

NC and CI rating systems) of all eligible design and construction projects, even if the project is not eligible to pursue LEED certification. The Smithsonian additionally requires Enhanced Commissioning (as defined by the LEED NC and CI rating systems) for larger projects and projects pursuing LEED certification, based on the size and complexity of the project. Refer to 01 -1 13 – COMMISSIONING section for full details and requirements.

13.2 This project requires engagement of Siemens in the preconstruction phase of work in meetings to review the scope of controls work, discuss any points of clarification, and develop a controls commissioning schedule. Siemens should be engaged at a minimum of

(3) OAC meetings.

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13.3 The contractor shall support the effort of Smithsonian’s Commissioning Agent by providing access and safe conditions throughout the project.

CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

14. HOURS OF WORK, WORKDAYS AND GOVERNMENT HOLIDAYS

14.1. Except as otherwise indicated, perform work under this contract, during the normal workdays of Monday through Friday, except Smithsonian holidays as specified herein and the normal work hours of 6:00am to 5:00pm.

14.1.1 Work to be performed during nighttime off-hours from 5pm to 6am is assumed to be the following:

a. Cut-over work for Roof gas line relocation.

b. Cut-over work for roof fire protection lines relocations.

c. Cut-over work for roof boiler hot water piping relocation.

d. Cut-over work for generator existing fuel oil system / piping rework.

e. Interconnection work for temporary generator.

f. Commissioning testing by third party commissioning agent.

14.2 Perform the following work during the hours indicated:

14.2.1 Perform all work involving use of cranes during hours when the museum is closed to the public.

14.3. For each occasion the Contractor intends to work on Saturdays, Sundays or

Smithsonian holidays or during hours other than those indicated above, obtain written permission from the COTR, at least five (5) working days in advance.

14.4. Reimburse the Smithsonian Institution for security and inspection services provided by the Smithsonian when the Contractor chooses to work outside the normal workdays and hours, as identified herein. However, the Contractor will not be charged for

SI overtime security and inspection services, if in the opinion of the COTR the work cannot be done during the normal workdays and hours due to requirements of the

Smithsonian.

14.5. Smithsonian Holidays: For holidays that fall on Saturday, the Smithsonian

Holiday is observed on the previous Friday. For holidays that fall on Sunday, the

Smithsonian holiday is observed on the following Monday. The Smithsonian Holidays are listed below.

New Year's Day January 1st

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday January, third Monday

Inauguration Day January 20

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George Washington's Birthday February, third Monday

Memorial Day May, last Monday

Juneteenth June 19th

Independence Day July 4th

Labor Day September, first Monday

Columbus Day October, second Monday

Veterans' Day November 11th

Thanksgiving Day November, fourth Thursday

Christmas Day December 25th

15. CONDITIONS AFFECTING CONTRACTOR'S WORK

15.1. Existing Occupied Spaces: The premises will be occupied during the performance of the Work. Schedule work activities to minimize interruption of occupants and occupied spaces. Efforts will be made to temporarily move employees and contents out of specific areas under construction, as needed, during the times requested by the

Contractor. However, the needs of the Smithsonian Institution take precedence and free access for the Contractor cannot always be guaranteed. The Contractor may work inside the NMAH only in the presence of authorized Smithsonian staff or OPS personnel.

No efforts have been identified as necessary to temporarily relocate employees or contents from areas under construction. If the Contractor believes such efforts are required, they must submit a pre-bid RFI.

15.2. Relocation of Existing Occupants: Requests for the Smithsonian to temporarily relocate existing occupants or for access to secured areas shall be made to the COTR as far in advance as possible, but no less than 5-days in advance of the need for relocation.

No efforts have been identified as necessary to temporarily relocate employees or contents from areas under construction. If the Contractor believes such efforts are required, they must submit a pre-bid RFI.

15.3. Minimize Disruption to Museum: Do not begin any demolition work on site until all related submittals are approved by the COTR and all materials are on site and/ or readily available to be installed allowing new work to proceed without delay.

16. CONTRACTOR DELIVERIES, HAULING AND ACCESS

16.1. Delivery, receiving and handling of the Contractor's materials and equipment by the Contractor's personnel only.

16.1.1 Use cranes on site only during hours when the Museum is closed to the public and there are no special events scheduled. Use cranes only in locations indicated on site logistics plans.

16.1.2 Rigging Requirements: All contractors performing lifting operations shall provide rigging training documentation and certification for personnel involved in crane

100% Construction Documents Page 16 of 66 operations, hoisting, and material handling. Rigging personnel must demonstrate current certification in accordance with OSHA standards including:

• 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (Cranes and Derricks in Construction)

• 29 CFR 1926.251 (Rigging Equipment for Material Handling), along with industry best practices for safe lifting operations.

16.1.3 Work Plan: Contractor shall submit a detailed work plan for all crane operations to be approved by COTR and OSHEM. Plan shall include the following but not be limited to: traffic control plans, rigging plan, designated work areas and protection of the public details. Include a drawing of all areas that will be restricted to the public.

Demonstrate specifically how the public will be prevented from entering the work areas.

16.2. Access to the building for on- and off-loading of all material, structures and equipment is through the building loading dock, with prior approval of the COTR.

Submit request for approval no later than (5) days in advance.

16.3. The transportation of hazardous materials or hazardous waste into the building from the building exterior is not permitted. Hazardous materials originating within the building must be transported out of the building on routes approved by the COTR in (5) days in advance. Transport all hazardous materials within the building in secondary containment properly secured to transport carts to prevent breakage or spills. Further direction on the transportation of asbestos containing or lead containing waste materials is provided in Specification Sections 028200 and 028300 respectively.

17. DRESS AND DEPORTMENT

17.1. Contractors' personnel shall be fully and appropriately clothed at all times and shall conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to a public place. The COTR may require removal of any individual from the premises and project for unacceptable dress, demeanor or disruptive conduct, if the Contractor superintendent fails to correct conditions in violation of this paragraph.

18. CONTRACTOR PARKING

18.1. No parking will be provided to the Contractor for use during the contract period.

19. EATING, DRINKING, SMOKING AND ILLEGAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE

19.1. Eating and drinking in Smithsonian buildings or leased space will be allowed only in designated areas. Offenders may be subject to removal from the premises and project should the Contractor's Superintendent fail to correct conditions, which, in the opinion of the COTR, violate this clause.

19.2. The consumption of alcoholic beverages by the Contractor's personnel is prohibited in all Smithsonian buildings or leased space.

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19.3. Smoking, vaping or carrying lighted tobacco products is prohibited in all

Smithsonian buildings or leased space, in exhibition and public spaces, in areas where hazardous materials are stored or handled, on building roofs, and in areas undergoing construction, renovation or repair. Acceptable areas for smoking are outside of the building at least 25 feet from any opening, operable window or air intake vent and as designated by the Smithsonian Building Manager.

19.4. The possession, sale and/or use of narcotics or other illegal substances or firearms by Contractor employees are strictly prohibited in all Smithsonian facilities and leased space. Contractor employees are strictly prohibited from working on the project under the influence of alcohol and/or illegal substances. Contractor employees in violation of any of the above prohibitions will be removed from the project.

PROJECT COORDINATION

20. COORDINATION OF TRADES

20.1. The Contractor shall coordinate work of different trades so that interference between mechanical, electrical, architectural and structural work, including existing services, shall be avoided.

20.2. Install equipment and systems allowing the maximum practical space for operation, repair, removal and testing, within the limits indicated on the Contract

Documents. Install pipes, conduit, ducts and other system components as close as possible to ceiling slabs, walls and columns to minimize space used while accommodating function and maintenance.

20.3. The Contractor shall submit 2D coordination drawings and/or 3D BIM models which combine existing and proposed mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and low voltage infrastructure and 3d visualizations of the same systems in accordance with SI BIM requirements. Schedule should allow for review sessions to resolve conflicts.

20.4 Coordination drawings and models shall be subject to the requirements outlined within the 013250 BIM requirements specification.

21. QUALITY CONTROL

21.1. Provide for quality control, inspections, testing and re-testing as necessary for all work, including that of Subcontractors, to assure compliance with the contract

21.2. Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System: Provide a quality control organization and system to perform quality control, inspections, testing and re-testing as necessary for

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21.3. CQC Representative Designation and Authority: Provide a CQC Representative, supplemented as necessary by additional personnel, who shall be on the jobsite each day during progress, with complete authority to take any action necessary to ensure compliance with the contract documents. Appoint the CQC Representative by a letter addressed to him/her and signed by an officer of the firm. A person already serving another role on the project, who meets the CQC Representative requirements outlined herein, may also serve as the CQC Representative.

21.4. CQC Plan Requirements: Submit for review/approval a CQC Plan within thirty

(30) calendar days after Contract Award to the COTR for approval. The Plan must detail the procedures, instruction and reports to be used to assure compliance with the contract documents. As a minimum, include the following:

21.4.1. Designation of the CQC Representative: Identify the person and list duties, responsibilities and authority.

21.4.2. Organization Chart: Show CQC staff and its relationship with other staff members and Subcontractors.

21.4.3. Personnel Matrix: For each specification section, identify who is the authorized submittal reviewer, who will inspect the work, what testing laboratory or person will perform on-site testing, who will perform factory inspections and testing and who will certify the documentation.

21.4.4. Responsibility and Authority: State the responsibility and authority for each individual in the CQC system.

21.4.5. Personnel Qualifications: Provide resumes and descriptions of prior experience on similar work.

21.4.6. Inspection Procedures and Schedule: Identify the inspection and testing procedures and scheduled dates as reflected on the CPM project schedule, organized by technical specification section.

21.4.7. Submittal Review Procedures and Schedule: Provide submittal log in accordance with the Submissions section. For each specification section, identify the name(s) of person(s) authorized to review and sign submittals for compliance.

21.4.8. CQC Documentation: Identify the procedures for documenting quality control operations, inspection and testing. Provide samples of each type of required documentation - all forms, logs, reports, etc. Include a testing log listing

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21.5. CQC Staffing Requirements: The following listing of minimum staff requirements in no way relieves the Contractor of meeting the basic requirements of the

Contractor Quality Control System for this project. Ensure an adequate staff is on site to meet the CQC requirements at all times during construction. When necessary for a proper

CQC organization, provide additional staff at no cost to the Smithsonian.

21.5.1. CQC Representative: The CQC Representative must possess a minimum of seven (7) years of construction experience on projects similar to this one, including three (3) years’ experience in Quality Control.

21.5.2. Alternate CQC Representative: Designate an alternate person to act for the CQC Representative in case the CQC Representative is absent from the construction site for an entire day. The alternate may not act for the CQC

Representative for a period longer than fourteen (14) consecutive calendar days without written approval by the COTR.

21.5.3. CQC Specialized Supplemental Personnel: Provide, as a minimum, a different person in each of the areas listed below to assist and report to the CQC

Representative. Supplemental personnel are responsible for ensuring that the construction complies with the contract documents in their areas of responsibility.

They must be on the jobsite during all installation and testing in their areas of responsibility and are responsible for performing inspections and witnessing testing as required by the contract documents.

21.6. CQC Inspection Requirements: As a minimum, include the following:

21.6.1. Preparatory Inspection: Perform preparatory inspection before beginning work and before beginning each segment of work. Preparatory inspection to include a review of the contract requirements, complete review of shop drawings and other submittals for conformance with contract documents, confirmation that all required testing will be provided, physical examination of all materials and equipment for conformance with approved shop drawings and submittals and verification that all required preliminary work has been completed.

21.6.2. Initial Inspection: Perform Initial inspection as soon as a representative segment of the particular item of work has been accomplished. Include in initial inspection checking of all dimensions, careful inspection of workmanship, performance of required testing, performance of corrective actions as necessary and approval or rejection of the initial segment of the work.

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21.6.3. Follow-up Inspections: Perform follow-up inspections daily or more frequently, as necessary, and include continued testing and examinations to assure continued compliance with the contract requirements.

21.6.4. Special Inspection and Documentation: In addition to the above inspection requirements, certain Special Inspection and Documentation requirements may be contained within the technical specification sections.

Perform and document each Special Inspection as required. Submit documentation as soon as possible after performance unless otherwise indicated.

21.6.5. Factory Inspection by the Contractor: Arrange and perform all factory inspections specifically required in the technical specification sections.

21.6.6. Non-Compliance Check-Off List: The CQC Representative shall maintain a check-off list of work that does not comply with the contract, stating specifically what is non-complying, the date the faulty work was originally discovered and the date the work was corrected. The CQC Representative shall not allow the Contractor to add to or build upon non-complying work unless, in the opinion of the COTR, correction can be made without disturbing the continuing work. The CQC Representative shall submit a copy of the check-off list to the COTR on a monthly basis. Items corrected on the day they are discovered do not need to be included on the submitted list.

21.6.7. Completion and Inspection of Work: The CQC Representative shall sign the written request for Substantial Completion Inspection (discussed in the Project

Closeout Requirements section).

21.7. Testing Requirements: Except as specifically stated otherwise, the Contractor shall be responsible for all field sampling and in-place testing required by the contract

21.7.1. Independent Testing Laboratory: Provide an independent, commercial testing laboratory to perform all sampling and testing services required, unless otherwise specified. The testing services shall be on- or off-site as required.

Submit complete documentation of all tests performed in connection with the construction contract.

21.7.2. Smithsonian Acceptance of Laboratories: Except for factory tests, all field sampling and testing normally performed by commercial laboratories shall be performed by an independent commercial laboratory employed by the

Contractor and accepted by the COTR. Submit the following information to the

COTR for approval:

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21.7.2.1. Name, registration number and engineering discipline of the

Registered Professional Engineer in charge of the laboratory.

21.7.2.2. Affidavit of compliance and certification that the laboratory performs work in accordance with requirements as stated in the contract

21.7.2.3. A list of testing equipment proposed for each test procedure including latest calibration data.

21.7.2.4. A copy of the latest Laboratory Inspection Report by an independent agency with laboratory certification that deficiencies (if any) have been corrected.

21.7.2.5. Names and…