Statement of Work.pdf

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

Repair GEM Seed Storage Cold Room

Plant Introduction Station

USDA-ARS, Ames, IA

DATE: June 24,2024

USDA-ARS, Ames, IA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SOW Description

Project Specifications:

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 32 00 Construction Progress Documentation 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 42 00 References 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 73 00 Execution 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 23 Operation and Maintenance Data 07 41 13 Standing-Seam Metal Roof

Attachments Material Approval Submittal form Schedule of Material Submittals Recently Replaced Component Form AD-107 form

General Notes and Requirements

Photographs of Existing Installations

Project Drawings Sheet 1 – Floor Plans and Sections

Existing Drawings Sheet A-1, A-2, A-3, and E-1 from original cold room construction dated 2001

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Scope of Work Description

USDA-ARS, Ames, IA

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Scope of Work Description:

1. Project Location:

2. Point of Contact at Location:

GEM Seed Storage USDA-ARS-Plant Introduction Station 3200 Mortensen Road Ames, IA 50014

TBA at award

3. MWA EPM: TBA

4. The scope of the project shall be, generally, the repair of the GEM cold room to prevent air infiltration and condensate within the cold room. The repairs shall include the application of sealant at vertical joints of cold room sidewalls; the application of sealant at piping / conduit penetrations of cold room sidewalls; the removal of existing insulation located above cold room ceiling and replacement with new closed-cell spray foam insulation system; the restoration of metal roof system; the removal of existing light fixtures within the cold room and replacement with new; the installation of conduit sealing fittings where conduit runs penetrate cold room exterior sidewalls; along with miscellaneous work components in accordance with this Statement of Work and the FAR Solicitation and Contract clauses that are identified in the complete Solicitation package. This Statement of Work (SOW) shall consist of this “Scope of Work Description”, Project Specifications, Attachments, General Notes and Standard Requirements, Photographs of Existing Installations, Project Drawings, and Existing Drawings.

Repairs of the cold room and associated project components shall be performed in a neat, workmanlike manner and shall be sequenced to minimize the disruptions to cold room operation and activities. All new materials for the complete and proper installed repairs shall be on-site and ready for installation before proceeding with any demolition. Once “on-site” work commences, the work shall be completed without interruption to avoid jeopardizing ongoing research and minimize disruptions to cold room operations and activities.

The completed repairs shall provide a water / weather tight building and prevent condensation and moisture.

The Contractor shall coordinate thoroughly with the Owner any relocation of cold room contents. Any relocation of cold room contents shall be performed by Owner.

Dimensions shown on the Drawings shall be considered approximate and for bidding purposes only. The Contractor shall confirm all existing conditions and dimensions prior to proceeding with any project activities.

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5. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to visit the site of the proposed work and review the existing conditions there relating to construction and labor, and to be fully informed as to the facilities involved, and the difficulties and restrictions that may affect the performance of the Contract. Failure to visit the site will not disqualify those submitting a proposal. However, change order requests for items that could have been reasonably ascertainable from a site visit (and included in a proposal) will be reviewed by the CO and evaluated accordingly.

6. The project shall include a Base Bid, Bid Option 01, and Bid Option 02.

Base Bid: Provide repairs in accordance with this Statement of Work to provide the application of sealant at vertical joints of cold room sidewalls; the application of sealant at piping / conduit penetrations of cold room sidewalls;

the removal of existing insulation located above cold room ceiling and replacement with new closed-cell spray foam insulation system; the removal of existing metal roof panels along with underlayment and restoration of the metal roof systems using existing roof panels; along with miscellaneous work components.

Bid Option 01: In lieu of re-installing existing metal roof panels, provide complete replacement of the metal roof system with new roof panels; along with miscellaneous work components.

Bid Option 02: Provide repairs in accordance with this Statement of Work to provide the removal of existing light fixtures within the cold room and replacement with new; the installation of conduit sealing fittings where conduit runs penetrate cold room exterior sidewalls; along with miscellaneous work components.

7. Scans of original construction drawings of the Seed Storage Cold Room (dated 2001) are provided in the project’s solicitation package. The Contractor shall use the existing drawings as reference / resource in developing their bid / proposal. The Contractor shall confirm all existing conditions, dimensions, etc. prior to proceeding with any project activities.

8. After project award, the Contractor shall confirm all existing conditions and dimensions prior to proceeding with any project activities and identify all existing conditions that may impact the work and alert the CO and EPM immediately if conditions are discovered that differ from the SOW. Contractor shall point out discrepancies between work identified in this SOW and actual field-verified conditions--if they exist, prior to performing work.

9. Period of performance shall be as indicated in the Contract Documents and begins after Notice to Proceed is issued by CO.

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10. Basis-of-design products are indicated in this SOW to convey a specified standard of quality and salient characteristics desired but are not to be considered a single-source specification. Contractor-proposed equals will be considered.

The Contractor must compare and validate that quality and salient characteristics are equal and approve the proposed equal products prior to submission for Government review and approval. Additional work required to incorporate Contractor-proposed equals shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

Owner will review all Contractor-proposed equal equipment, materials, manufacturers, or installation. It shall be the Contractor’s burden to furnish all documentation and / or samples to show equality with specified items.

Owner’s decision on equality is final. Manufacturers / products that are submitted as “Approved Equal” are reviewed during the shop drawing process, not during bidding.

11. Submittals including product data and shop drawings shall be submitted as indicated in the Project Specifications. Items, that submittals shall be provided on, are indicated in the Project Specifications and Drawings, also see “Schedule of Material Submittals”. Submittals shall be reviewed by the Government for general conformance with the Contract Documents. Markings for comments and approval of the submittals by USDA shall not be construed as releasing the Contractor from compliance with the specified requirements.

Use ARS submittal/transmittal form included with this SOW for each submittal.

Submittals shall be marked, by the Contractor, to clearly the model, type, size, performance characteristics of the material / product being proposed for the Government requirement.

All submittals shall be distributed to and reviewed by the Government prior to commencing work at the site. Purchase of materials prior to submittal approvals are at the Contractor’s risk.

See Project Specifications for requirements on documenting Contractor’s effort in diverting waste to recycle.

12. See Project Specifications for requirements on construction progress documentation including, but not limited to: daily reports, construction schedule(s), etc.

Daily reports documenting construction activities shall include workers present, weather conditions, differing site conditions encountered, etc.

Photographs of construction activities and conditions shall be taken daily and shall be submitted with daily reports. Daily reports shall be submitted on daily basis to project personnel as indicated in Project Specifications.

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13. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, transportation, utilities, supervision, *safety equipment, and incidentals for all elements of the work to provide a complete and properly functioning installation in accordance with this Statement of Work. The installation shall be ready for use by Final Completion date.

* Note: Contractor is solely responsible for safety measures and conformance to applicable requirements in accordance with FAR clauses referenced in Solicitation package.

Contractor shall provide all means and methods to protect the facility and its installations from all project activities, including protecting the facility from environmental elements as the improvements are completed.

The Contractor shall submit a detailed plan for dust mitigation and containment to the Government for review prior to starting any on-site project activities. See Project Specifications for additional information on requirements for submittals.

14. Contractor shall coordinate all work activities with the Owner prior to beginning any work. All work shall be scheduled in a manner such that ongoing research is not jeopardized, and facility’s ongoing day-to day operations are not affected negatively, including air quality.

Project shall be left broom-clean at the end of each workday.

Contractor shall coordinate access to all areas with the Location.

During pre-construction meeting, Contractor shall verify all parking, security, and health requirements with the USDA staff.

Coordinate with Owner the location for laydown and staging areas.

15. Applicable Codes and Standards:

Current State of Iowa Building Codes.

All current Ames, IA local codes.

Most recent International Building Codes.

Project Specifications

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DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 32 00 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract including other Division 01 Specification Sections apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Daily construction reports.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" for submitting schedules and reports.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period. Submit via email.

1. Submit a working electronic copy of schedule in “pdf” format and labeled to comply with requirements for submittals. Include type of schedule (initial or updated) and date on label.

B. Construction Schedule Updating Reports: Submit upon request by Owner.

C. Daily Construction Reports: Submit daily report of previous day’s activities by 10 am, Eastern Time of the next working day.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Scheduling Qualifications: Contractor shall have the capability of updated construction schedule within 24 hours.

B. Contractor’s Construction Schedule: The Contractor shall secure time commitments for performing construction activities from his subcontractors and suppliers. The Contractor shall prepare a combined construction schedule for the entire project. The schedule shall be a comprehensive, integrated, and fully developed.

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1.5 REPORTS

A. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording events at Project site.

An electronic copy (pdf format) of the daily reports shall be submitted daily to the COR/EPM.

A copy of the daily reports shall be sent weekly to the CO along with certified payrolls (coordinate submission requirements with CO). The daily construction report must be dated and signed and should including the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. High and low temperatures and general weather conditions.

3. Accidents.

4. Stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

5. Meter readings and similar recordings.

6. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction.

7. Services connected and disconnected.

8. Equipment or system tests and startups.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: Upon request by Owner, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to CO/COR/EPM.

END OF SECTION 01 32 00

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01 33 00 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract including other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Material Approved Submittal” form

C. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Schedule of Materials Submittals” form.

D. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Recently Replaced Component” form.

E. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “AD-700” form.

1.2 SUMMARY

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

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Submittals: Written and graphic information.

B. Portable Document Format (pdf): An open standard file format licensed by Adobe Systems used for representing documents in a device-independent and display resolution-independent fixed-layout document format.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Format:

1. Arrange the following information in a tabular format:

a. Name of subcontractor if applicable.

b. Description of the Work covered.

1.5 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

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B. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals. Time for review shall commence on Owner's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to permit the processing of submittals, including re-submittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow calendar 15 days for initial review of each submittal.

2. Re-submittal Review: Allow calendar 15 days for review of each re-submittal.

C. Electronic Submittals: All submittals shall be submitted electronically in “pdf” format, via email. Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Format acceptable to Government, containing the following information:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name of Contractor.

d. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

e. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

D. Identify features, accessories and finishes requiring selection by CO/COR/ EPM.

E. Use for Construction: Retain complete approved copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from CO/COR/ EPM.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements: Prepare and transmit submittals for material and products proposed for the project.

1. Submit via email with electronic submittal files attached.

2. Manufacturers / products that are submitted as “Approved Equal” are reviewed during the submittal / shop drawing process and not prior to bidding. Contractor shall be responsible for submitting information to show equivalence. Determination by CO/COR/EPM on equivalence is final.

3. Each submittal shall include a completed “Material Approval Submittal” form. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for this form.

B. Include one hard copy of each approved shop drawing in the Operations and Maintenance Manual submitted to the Government during Closeout Procedures.

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

1. Mark each submittal to show which products (manufacturer, model, type, size, options, etc.) are proposed.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO/COR/

EPM.

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

3.2 CO/COR ACTION

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

B. Submittals: CO/COR/EPM will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, and return it. CO/COR/EPM will provide notation on each submittal to indicate the appropriate determination from their review:

1. Reviewed - Approved with No Exceptions Noted.

2. Reviewed - Approved with Notes - Make Corrections Noted

3. Reviewed - Revise and Resubmit.

4. Reviewed - Rejected.

3.3 REQUIRED SHOP DRAWINGS AND PRODUCT DATA

A. See individual specification sections and Drawings.

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

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01 42 00 – REFERENCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. "Indicated": Requirements expressed by graphic representations or in written form on Drawings, in Specifications, and in other Contract Documents. Other terms including "shown," "noted," "scheduled," and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated."

B. "Regulations": Laws, ordinances, statutes, and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, and rules, conventions, and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the Work.

1.2 INDUSTRY STANDARDS

A. Publication Dates: Comply with standards in effect as of date of the Contract Documents unless otherwise indicated.

B. Copies of Standards: Each entity engaged in construction on Project should be familiar with industry standards applicable to its construction activity. Copies of applicable standards are not bound with the Contract Documents.

1. Where copies of standards are needed to perform a required construction activity, obtain copies directly from publication source.

1.3 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

A. Industry Organizations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities indicated in Thomson Gale's "Encyclopedia of Associations" or in Columbia Books' "National Trade & Professional Associations of the U.S."

B. Code Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list. Names are subject to change and are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents.

IAPMO International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

ICC International Code Council www.iccsafe.org

ICC-ES ICC Evaluation Service, Inc.

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C. Federal Government Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list. Names are subject to change and are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents.

DOE Department of Energy

EPA Environmental Protection Agency

FCC Federal Communications Commission

FDA Food and Drug Administration

LBL Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology

OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Administration

PHS Office of Public Health and Science

SD State Department

USDA Department of Agriculture

USPS Postal Service

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D. Standards and Regulations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the standards and regulations in the following list. Names are subject to change and are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents.

ADAAG American with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

FED-STD Federal Standard

FTMS Federal Test Method Standard

UFAS Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Available from Access Board

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01 42 00

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Temporary Facilities and Controls

01 50 00 – Temporary Facilities and Controls

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1.2 USE CHARGES

A. Water Service from Existing System: Water from Government's existing water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

B. Electric Power Service from Existing System: Electric power from Government's existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electric Service: Comply with NECA, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service to comply with NFPA 70.

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

C. Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in ICC/ANSI A117.1 and OSHA regulations and standards.

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Contractor to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

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3.1 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 by progress of the Work.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Connect to existing service.

1. Arrange with COR for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary facilities.

B. Water Service: Connect to Government's existing water service facilities.

C. Sanitary Facilities: Contractor shall furnish toilets, wash facilities, and drinking water at the facility for use of construction personnel.

D. Telephone Service: Provide superintendent with cellular telephone for use.

E. Electric Power Service: Connect to Government's existing electric power service.

F. While Contractor is using existing installations for temporary facility purposes; Contractor shall maintain existing installations in condition acceptable to the Government. At Substantial Completion, Contractor shall restore existing installations used for temporary facilities to their original, properly operating condition prior to its initial use.

3.3 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Maintain access for fire-fighting equipment and access to fire hydrants.

B. Parking: Use designated areas of Government's existing parking areas for construction personnel.

C. Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Waste Disposal: Contractor shall divert project waste to recycle where practical. The Contractor shall track and document the amount of project waste diverted to recycle. The Contractor shall submit diversion documentation as part of project closeout. If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical.

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3.4 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Protection of Existing Facilities: Protect existing vegetation, equipment, structures, utilities, and other installations and improvements at Project site and on adjacent properties, except those indicated to be removed or altered. Repair damage to existing facilities.

B. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

C. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Provide and maintain all safeguards in accordance with OSHA regulations and standards and to provide adequate protection to pedestrians and building occupants. Comply with OSHA requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

D. Temporary Egress: Maintain temporary egress from existing occupied facilities as required by

OSHA.

E. Temporary Fire Protection: Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities of types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controllable fire losses, comply with

NFPA 241.

3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

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

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

C. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended or no later than Substantial Completion. Restore permanent construction that may have been disturbed due to the temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

END OF SECTION 01 50 00

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01 73 00 – EXECUTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes general administrative and procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Installation of the Work.

2. Cutting and patching.

3. Progress cleaning.

4. Protection of installed construction.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Cutting: Removal of in-place construction necessary to permit installation or performance of other work.

B. Patching: Fitting and repair work required to restore construction to original conditions after installation of other work.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Cutting and Patching: Cut and patch elements in a manner that will not change:

1. Load-carrying capacity or increase deflection.

2. Reduce their capacity to perform as intended.

3. Increase maintenance.

4. Decrease operational life or safety.

5. Reduce building’s aesthetic qualities.

B. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Obtain and maintain on-site manufacturer's written recommendations and instructions for installation of products and equipment.

C. All phases of the Work shall be executed while maintaining full compliance with applicable EPA regulations and OSHA standards including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction and 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Comply with requirements specified in other Sections and Drawings.

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B. In-Place Materials: Use materials for patching identical to in-place materials and that visually match in-place adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examination and Acceptance of Conditions: Before proceeding with each component of the Work, examine substrates, areas, and conditions for all other conditions affecting installation and performance. If conditions detrimental to that installation and performance are identified, submit report to CO/COR/EPM. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly. Verify dimensions of existing conditions and related Work elements before fabrication.

B. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items.

C. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents caused by differing field conditions outside the control of Contractor, submit a request for information to CO/COR/EPM according to requirements in Contract.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment, elevation, and as indicated.

1. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

2. Where space is limited, install components to maximize space available for maintenance and ease of removal for replacement.

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

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

C. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading.

D. Tools and Equipment: Do not use tools or equipment that produce harmful noise levels (85 db or greater) to the public or Government staff without prior approval by COR.

E. Attachment: Provide blocking and attachment plates and anchors and fasteners of adequate size and number to securely anchor each component in place, accurately located and aligned.

1. Allow for building movement, including thermal expansion and contraction.

F. Joints: Make joints of uniform width. Arrange joints for the best visual effect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

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G. Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered hazardous.

3.4 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Cutting and Patching, General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching.

B. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

C. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of work to be cut.

D. Protection: Protect in-place construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage.

Provide protection from adverse weather conditions.

E. Cutting: Cut in-place construction using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction.

F. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as practicable.

G. Cleaning: Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed. Remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar materials from adjacent finished surfaces.

3.5 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Maintain clean Project site and work areas, free of waste materials and debris.

Dispose of materials lawfully.

B. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific cleaning materials are not recommended, use cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage exposed surfaces.

3.6 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration at time of Final Completion.

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Closeout Procedures

01 77 00 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Final completion procedures.

2. Submission of Documentation on Diverting Project Waste to Recycle

3. Warranties.

4. Final cleaning.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Execution" for progress cleaning of Project site.

2. Division 01 Section “Operating and Maintenance Data” for operating and maintenance manual.

1.2 FINAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Submittals Prior to Final Completion:

1. Submit project record documents in accordance with Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.3 of this specification section.

2. Submit Documentation on Diverting Project Waste to recycle in accordance with

Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.4 of this specification section.

3. Submit Project Warranties in accordance with Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.5 of this specification section.

B. Final Site Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection. On receipt of request, CO/COR/EPM will either proceed with site inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements.

1.3 SUBMISSION OF PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Submit electronic copy (scan) of project record documents along with three (3) hard copies of project record documents to the CO/COR/EPM.

1.4 SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTATION ON DIVERTING PROJECT WASTE TO RECYCLE

A. See Section 01 50 00 for additional information.

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B. The Contractor shall submit documentation on the amount of project waste diverted to recycle as part of project closeout. Contractor shall submit the type and amount of waste that was diverted to recycle, present information in a clear, typewritten format. If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical. Submit this documentation in accordance with the procedures indicated in Section 01 33 00.

1.5 SUBMITTAL OF PROJECT WARRANTIES

A. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of Project Manual. Submit electronic copy of the warranty manual along with three (3) hard copies of warranty manual to the CO/COR/EPM. Hard copy of the warranty manual shall be a bound and indexed three ring binder containing written warranties for equipment/products furnished under the contract with a complete listing of such equipment/products.

1. The equipment/products warranty list shall:

a. Identify the product / equipment.

b. Include the duration of the warranty

c. Indicate the start date of the warranty

d. Indicate the ending date of the warranty

e. List the point of contact and contact information (name, address and telephone number) for fulfillment of the warranty.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

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

3.1 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain, at project site, one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work:

1. Drawings.

2. Specifications.

3. Addenda.

4. Change Orders and other modifications to the Contract.

5. Approved shop drawings, product data, and samples.

6. Manufacturer's instruction for assembly, installation, and adjusting.

B. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future reference by Government.

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C. Store record documents separate from documents used for construction.

D. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

E. Legibly mark to record actual construction.

3.2 WARRANTIES

A. Verify that documents are in proper form, contain full information.

B. Retain warranties until time specified for submittal.

3.3 CLEANUP

A. Provide final cleaning in accordance with ASTM E 1971. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site.

END OF SECTION 01 77 00

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01 78 23 - Operation and Maintenance Data

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for operation and maintenance manuals.

1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Manual Content: Submit manual content formatted and organized as required by this Section.

B. Format: Submit electronic copy of the operation and maintenance manual (pdf format) along with three (3) hard copies of operation and maintenance manual to the CO/COR/EPM.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Organization: Each manual shall contain the following materials. Organize each manual with a separate section for each of the following materials in the order listed.

1. Title page.

2. Table of contents.

3. Manual contents for glazing and associated components.

4. Manual contents for aluminum glazing caps and associated components.

5. Manual contents for sealants

B. Title Page: Include the following information:

1. Name and address of Project.

2. Government contract number.

3. Date of submittal.

4. Name and contact information for Contractor.

C. Table of Contents: List each product and system included in manual, identified by product name.

D. Manuals, Paper Copy: Submit manuals in bound and labeled volumes.

1. Binders: Heavy-duty, three-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders, in thickness necessary to accommodate contents, sized to hold 8-1/2-by-11-inch paper; with clear plastic sleeve on spine to hold label describing contents and with pockets inside covers to hold folded oversize sheets.

2. Dividers: Heavy-paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each section of the manual.

Mark each tab to indicate contents.

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2.2 OPERATIONAL AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

A. Content: Include the following information:

1. Maintenance and cleaning procedures.

B. Descriptions: Include the following:

1. Product name and model number.

2. Manufacturer's name.

C. Maintenance Procedures: Include manufacturer's written recommendations and the following, as applicable:

1. Manufacturer’s standard maintenance instructions and bulletins.

2. Drawings, diagrams, and instructions required for maintenance including disassembly, removal, replacement and reassembly instructions.

3. Identification and nomenclature of parts and components.

4. List of items recommended to be stocked as spare parts and local sources for parts and components.

5. Types of cleaning agents to be used and methods of cleaning.

6. List of cleaning agents and methods of cleaning detrimental to product.

7. Schedule for routine cleaning and maintenance.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 MANUAL PREPARATION

A. Manufacturers' Data: Data shall be marked to identify each product or component incorporated into the Work.

B. Include copy of approved submittals from shop drawing submission(s) in manual.

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DIVISION 7 – THERAML AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 07 41 13-Standing-Seam Metal Roof

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract including other Division 01 Specification Sections apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes standing-seam metal roof system and panels.

1.3 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at project site.

1. Meet with designated Owner’s representative, metal roofing installer, and installers whose work interfaces with or affects metal panels, including installers of roof accessories.

2. Review and finalize construction schedule and verify availability of materials, Installer's personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays.

3. Review methods and procedures related to metal panel installation, including manufacturer's written instructions.

4. Examine support conditions for compliance with requirements, including alignment between and attachment to structural members.

5. Review structural loading limitations of roofing system and associated support framing during and after roofing.

6. Review flashings, special details, drainage, penetrations, and condition of other construction that affect metal panels.

7. Review governing regulations and requirements for warranties, certificates, and tests and inspections if applicable.

8. Review temporary protection requirements for metal panel systems and cold room during and after installation.

9. Review procedures for repair of metal panels damaged after installation.

10. Document proceedings, including corrective measures and actions required, and furnish copy of record to each participant and CO/COR/EPM.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

1. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for each type of panel and accessory.

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B. Shop Drawings:

1. Include fabrication and installation layouts of metal panels; details of edge conditions, joints, panel profiles, corners, anchorages, attachment system, trim, flashings, closures, and accessories; and special details.

2. Accessories: Include details of the flashing, trim, and anchorage systems.

C. Calculations:

1. Include calculations verifying roof panel and attachment method resist wind pressures imposed on it pursuant to applicable building codes.

D. Samples for Finish Selection: For each type of metal panel indicated with factory-applied color finishes.

1. Include similar Samples of trim and accessories involving color selection.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in architectural sheet metal products.

B. Installer Qualifications: An entity that employs installers and supervisors who are trained and approved by manufacturer.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver components, metal panels, and other manufactured items so as not to be damaged or deformed. Package metal panels for protection during transportation and handling.

B. Unload, store, and erect metal panels in a manner to prevent bending, warping, twisting, and surface damage.

C. Stack metal panels horizontally on platforms or pallets, covered with suitable weathertight and ventilated covering. Store metal panels to ensure dryness, with positive slope for drainage of water. Do not store metal panels in contact with other materials that might cause staining, denting, or other surface damage.

D. Retain strippable protective covering on metal panels until installation. Remove as panels are being installed. Verify film is not left on installed panels.

1.7 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Weather Limitations: Proceed with installation only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit assembly of metal panels to be performed according to manufacturers' written instructions and warranty requirements.

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1.8 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate metal panel roofing system installation with other related work to provide a leakproof, secure, and noncorrosive installation.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of metal panel systems that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Structural failures including rupturing, or perforating.

b. Deterioration of metals and other materials beyond normal weathering.

2. Warranty Period: 20 years from date of Final Completion.

B. Warranty on Panel Finishes: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair finish or replace metal panels that show evidence of deterioration of factory-applied finishes within specified warranty period.

1. Exposed Panel Finish: Deterioration includes, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Color fading more than 5 Hunter units when tested according to ASTM D 2244.

b. Chalking in excess of a No. 8 rating when tested according to ASTM D 4214.

c. Cracking, chipping, peeling, or failure of paint to adhere to bare metal.

2. Finish Warranty Period: 20 years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Energy Performance: Provide roof panels that are listed on the EPA/DOE's ENERGY STAR "Roof Product List" for low-slope roof products.

B. Structural Performance: Provide metal panel systems capable of withstanding the effects of the code required loads for the Ames, IA location, based on testing according to ASTM E 1592 and

UL 580.

C. Air Infiltration: Air leakage of not more than 0.06 cfm/sq. ft. (0.3 L/s per sq. m) when tested according to ASTM E 1680 and ASTM E 283 at the following test-pressure difference:

1. Test-Pressure Difference: 6.24 lbf/sq. ft. (300 Pa).

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D. Water Penetration under Static Pressure: No water penetration when tested according to ASTM E 1646 and ASTM E 331 at the following test-pressure difference:

1. Test-Pressure Difference: 20 lbf/sq. ft. (718.2 Pa).

E. Hydrostatic Head Resistance: No water penetration when tested according to ASTM E2140.

F. Wind-Uplift Resistance: Provide metal roof panel assemblies that comply with UL 580 for wind-uplift-resistance class indicated.

1. Uplift Rating: UL 90.

G. FM Global Listing: Provide metal roof panels and component materials that comply with requirements in FM Global 4471 as part of a panel roofing system and that are listed in FM Global's "Approval Guide" for Class 1 or noncombustible construction, as applicable.

H. Thermal Movements: Allow for thermal movements from ambient and surface temperature changes by preventing buckling, opening of joints, overstressing of components, failure of joint sealants, failure of connections, and other detrimental effects. Base calculations on surface temperatures of materials due to both solar heat gain and nighttime-sky heat loss.

2.2 STANDING-SEAM METAL ROOF PANELS

A. General: Provide factory-formed metal roof panels designed to be installed by lapping and interconnecting raised side edges of adjacent panels with joint type indicated and mechanically attaching panels to supports using concealed clips in side laps. Include clips, cleats, pressure plates, and accessories required for weathertight installation.

1. Steel Panel Systems: Unless more stringent requirements are indicated, comply with

ASTM E 1514.

B. Vertical-Rib, Seamed-Joint, Standing-Seam Metal Roof Panels: Formed with vertical ribs at panel edges and a flat pan between ribs; designed for sequential installation by mechanically attaching panels to supports using concealed clips located under one side of panels, engaging opposite edge of adjacent panels, and mechanically seaming panels together.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Berridge Manufacturing Company; Double-Lock Zee-Lock (180o Seam). “Approved Equals” may be submitted, see specification section 01 33 00 for additional information on “Approved Equals”.

2. Metallic-Coated Steel Sheet: Aluminum-zinc alloy-coated steel sheet complying with ASTM A 792/A 792M, Class AZ50 coating designation; structural quality. Pre-painted by the coil-coating process to comply with ASTM A 755/A 755M.

a. Nominal Thickness: 0.024 inch (0.61 mm)

b. Painted materials shall have a removable plastic film to protect the paint during roll forming, shipping and handling.

c. Color: Match existing roof panels.

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3. Clips: Continuous type to accommodate thermal movement.

a. Material: 0.024-inch (0.61-mm) nominal thickness, zinc-coated (galvanized) or aluminum-zinc alloy-coated steel sheet.

4. Joint Type: Double folded.

5. Panel Coverage: 16 inches (406 mm).

6. Panel Height: 2.0 inches (51 mm).

2.3 UNDERLAYMENT MATERIALS

A. Self-Adhering, High-Temperature Underlayment: Provide self-adhering, cold-applied, sheet underlayment, a minimum of 40 mils (1.02 mm) thick, consisting of slip-resistant, polyethylene-film top surface laminated to a layer of butyl or SBS-modified asphalt adhesive, with release-paper backing. Provide primer when recommended by underlayment manufacturer.

1. Thermal Stability: Stable after testing at 240 deg F (116 deg C); ASTM D 1970.

2. Low-Temperature Flexibility: Passes after testing at minus 20 deg F (29 deg C);

ASTM D 1970.

B. Remove existing roof “nailing board” underlayment installation and replace with new laminated nail base insulation board installation. New laminated nail base board shall be closed-cell lightweight expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation bonded to 7/16” thick oriented strand board (OSB); laminated nail base board shall be nominal 3” thick. New laminated nail base board shall be Insulform “InsulLam Insulated Nail Base” series or approved equal.

2.4 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Panel Accessories: Provide components required for a complete, weathertight panel system including trim, copings, fasciae, mullions, sills, corner units, clips, flashings, sealants, gaskets, fillers, closure strips, and similar items. Match material and finish of metal panels unless otherwise indicated.

1. Closures: Provide closures at eaves and ridges, fabricated of same metal as metal panels.

2. Backing Plates: Provide metal backing plates at panel end splices, fabricated from material recommended by manufacturer.

B. Flashing and Trim: Provide flashing and trim formed from same material as metal panels as required to seal against weather and to provide finished appearance. Locations include, but are not limited to, eaves, rakes, corners, bases, framed openings, ridges, fasciae, and fillers. Finish flashing and trim with same finish system as adjacent metal panels.

C. Gutters / Downspouts: Remove and re-install existing guttering system and downspouts as need for roof panel replacement. Furnish gutter supports spaced a maximum of 36 inches (914 mm) o.c., fabricated from same metal as gutters.

D. Panel Fasteners: Zinc-coated steel, corrosion resisting steel, zinc cast head, or nylon capped steel, type and size as approved for the applicable loading requirements.

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E. Panel Sealants: Provide sealant type recommended by manufacturer that are compatible with panel materials, are non-staining, and do not damage panel finish.

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