Attachment_1_-_Scope_of_Work.pdf

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1. GENERAL

This work is located at the Locks and Dams Branch Office, 3900 Grand Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15225. The site may be reached from state and local roads and streets. The general description of the work is to furnish all equipment, labor of work, supervision, and materials necessary to complete the work as shown and as specified.

The work includes the remodel the existing men’s room and kitchen, with an awardable option of an additional room and shall include all other work required to complete the work as specified herein. The Contractor shall perform all work as indicated in the specifications utilizing the best standards of performance and construction for the respective trades. The Contractor shall utilize personnel who are thoroughly trained and familiar with the indicated requirements and the methods needed for proper performance of work. The Contractor shall coordinate construction to insure uninterrupted progress and to provide an accurate fit between the works of all trades. The Contractor shall provide all equipment and materials necessary to complete the work as shown and as specified.

1.2. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Payment shall include all costs of labor, materials, supplies, equipment, supervision, cleanup, and other costs of completing the work as specified to remodel the existing men’s room and kitchen, with an awardable option of an additional room.

Payment Item – Base Contract – Office Upgrades Includes renovating the men’s restroom and kitchen. Men’s room renovation includes demolishing the existing, installing new urinals, toilets, sinks, piping, ceiling tiles, and lighting.

Additionally a closet is to be added with new water heater, utility sink, and lights. The kitchen work includes removing the existing cabinets and refrigerator and installing new cabinets, refrigerator, and microwave.

Payment Item – Awardable Option One – Additional room Includes painting, installing new ceiling tiles and lighting, and a new kitchen sink and cabinet.

1.3. SAFETY

All work shall be performed in accordance with the Corps of Engineers Safety Manual EM385-

Latest version is available online at https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/ EM_385-1-1.pdf

The Contractor shall complete and submit the Accident Prevention Plan (separate attachment) included with this specification. The Contractor sh`all be responsible for determining the measures necessary to safely contain all dust and debris to the confined work area. The following specific Personal Protective Equipment shall be required under this contract:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM%20385-1-.Lpgf http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM%20385-1-.Lpgf

• Safety Shoes - All employees engaged in construction operations shall wear safety shoes meeting the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 05.E.

• Protective Eyewear - All workers on the site shall wear, as a minimum, protective eyewear meeting the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 05.A. Additional eye protection may be required in accordance with the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 05.B.

• Hearing Protection - Hearing protection shall be provided for workers in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 05.C.

• Head Protection - Head protection shall be provided for workers in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 05.D

1.4. QUALITY CONTROL

The quality control system shall consist of plans, procedures, and organization necessary to produce an end product which complies with the contract requirements, covers all construction operations, both onsite and offsite, and be keyed to the proposed construction sequence. The project superintendent will be held responsible for the quality of work and is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall complete and submit the Quality Control Plan (separate attachment) included with this specification.

1.5. REFERENCE DRAWINGS

Reference drawings are included with these specifications that show existing conditions to the best knowledge of the Government. The Government cannot guarantee the accuracy of the dimensions, elevations, and features shown on reference drawings and it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to verify all dimensions by measurements in the field. The Contractor shall verify dimensions before laying out the work. The Contracting Officer shall be notified of any discrepancies prior to commencing work.

1.5.1. Description of Existing Conditions

1.5.1.1. Men’s Restroom

The existing conditions of the men’s restroom are tiling on the floor, a standalone sink, four stalls, five urinals, exposed piping, and a mirror. Representative photographs showing the existing conditions are attached at the end of the specifications. As required under paragraph “Protection of Government Property”, the Contractor shall protect the materials that are to be reused at the end of the contract from damage during construction. At the Contractor’s option, the items may be temporarily removed and later replaced after the remodel is completed.

1.5.1.2. Kitchen

The kitchen consists of cabinets, oven, and a refrigerator. Representative photographs showing the existing conditions are attached at the end of the specifications. As required under paragraph “Protection of Government Property”, the Contractor shall protect the materials that are to be reused at the end of the contract from damage during construction. At the Contractor’s option, the items may be temporarily removed and later replaced after the remodel is completed.

1.5.1.3. Additional Room

The additional room is a storage room with lockers and a sink. Representative photographs showing the existing conditions are attached at the end of the specifications. As required under paragraph “Protection of Government Property”, the Contractor shall protect the materials that are to be reused at the end of the contract from damage during construction. At the Contractor’s option, the items may be temporarily removed and later replaced after the remodel is completed.

1.6. PROJECT SUBMITTALS

The contractor shall provide submittals for Approval. Approval of the Contracting Officer is not required on information only submittals. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to resubmit any item found not to comply with the contract. This does not relieve the Contractor from the obligation to furnish material conforming to the plans and specifications. It will not prevent the Contracting Officer from requiring removal and replacement of nonconforming material incorporated in the work.

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Accident Prevention Plan; G Activity Hazard Analysis; G Site Demolition Plan; G Quality Control Plan; G Verification of Field Condition; G

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Tile; G Ceiling tile and light layout; G Bathroom layout; G

SD-03 Product Data

Restroom sinks; G Utility sink; G Floor anchored partitions; G Water heater; G Ceramic tiles; G Paint; G Hardware; G

SD-04 Samples

Ceramic Tiles; G Paint; G

1.6.1. Warranty

The Contractor shall provide a one-year service warranty from the date of final acceptance against defects in workmanship. The Manufacturer shall provide their standard warranty for defects in parts and materials beginning on the date of installation. The contractor shall adhere to all the requirements of the manufacturer for activating the guarantee.

1.6.2. Demolition and Installation Plan

The Contractor shall submit a demolition and installation plan, work area requirements and schedule to the ACO for approval at least 10 calendar days prior to beginning any work.

The ACO will coordinate the proposed plan for final approval with the Project Engineer, and any changes required by the ACO will be incorporated into the plan.

The Contractor shall ensure that his operations will not interfere with the operation of the project or the duties of project personnel. Government personnel will be responsible for moving personnel material from immediate work areas as necessary to accommodate the Contractor's operations. The following shall be specifically addressed in the Demolition and Installation Plan.

1.7. COORDINATION MEETING AND POINTS OF CONTACT

Prior to commencement of any work being performed on site, the Contractor shall participate in a teleconference with the Administrative Contacting Officer (ACO) and the Project Engineer.

ACO - Denise Polizzano, Denise.M.Polizzano@usace.amy.mil 412-395-7680

1.8. PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

1.8.1. Work Areas

The Contractor shall be fully responsible for determining the methods used to complete the work required under this contract including the transport and storage of materials and equipment to and from the work areas as well as the removal of waste materials from such spaces.

1.8.1.1. Work Area Constraints

Unless otherwise approved by the ACO, work shall be limited to one room at a time.

1.8.2. Time of Performance

The Contractor shall confine all operations at the work site between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved. Work will not be permitted on weekends or Federal holidays unless otherwise approved.

1.8.3. Period of Performance

All work under this contract shall be completed not less than 90 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

1.9. PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

The Contractor shall protect all government property during the performance of this contract. All damage to existing government property as a result of the Contractors work shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer.

1.10. PROTECTION OF PERSONNEL

The Contractor shall insure that adequate measures are in place to protect workers and personnel from injury due to the operations being performed. All protective measures shall be in accordance with EM 385-1-1.

1.11. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

1.11.1. Access and General Protection and Security Policy and Procedures

The Contractor and all associated subcontractors' employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility, and area commander installation and facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by the Government Representative). The Contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by the installation the USACE Security Office. The Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DoD, HQDA, and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in Contractor security matters or processes. The Contractor must submit the full name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, and Place of Birth for all associated Contractor or subcontractor employees to the USACE Security Specialist Stephen Davidson, 412-395-7504, stephen.davidson@usace.army.mil. The District retains the right to deny any Contractor and subcontractor employee from working on one of its contracts based on final background investigation results.

1.11.2. Access Control

All contract employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas.

1.11.3. Instant Verification of Employee Eligibility (E-Verify)

The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e- verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award.

1.11.4. Employee Identification and Background Check

The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing an identification badge/card to each employee prior to the employee working on-site and for requiring each employee engaged on the work to display identification. Identification shall consist of name tags with the name of the Contractor and the employee's name. Additionally, a valid state driver's license or other Government-issued photo identification card is required for positive identification.

Each employee will be subject to a background check in accordance with "Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12: Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors" (HSPD-12). Only those individual employees that were specifically identified and approved will be cleared to work on Government property.

1.12. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Materials shall be delivered to the project site in an undamaged condition. Care shall be taken in handling and hoisting the materials during transportation and at the job site. The materials shall be stored out of contact with the ground, under a weathertight covering, to prevent damaging the materials. Damaged materials shall be repaired to an "as new" condition as approved by the ACO. If the materials cannot be repaired, new units shall be furnished at no additional cost to the Government.

2. MATERIALS

2.1. SINKS

2.1.1. Restroom Sink

Provide two wall mounted ceramic sinks with an overflow drain sized approximately 15 in.

front to back length 18 in. side to side width and 6 in. depth.

2.1.1.1. Sink Accessories

Provide faucets that are chromium-plated brass or aluminum. Provide drain assemblies. Ensure faucet and drain are compatible with the restroom sinks.

2.1.2. Kitchen Sink

ASME A112.19.3/CSA B45.4, 20 gage stainless steel with integral mounting rim for flush installation, minimum dimensions of 838 mm 33 inches wide by 533 mm 21 inches front to rear, two compartments, with undersides fully sound deadened, with supply openings for use with top mounted washerless sink faucets with hose spray, and with 89 mm 3.5 inch drain outlet. Provide aerator with faucet. Water flow rate shall not exceed 2.2 gpm when measured at a flowing water pressure of 414 kPa 60 psi. Provide stainless steel drain outlets and stainless steel cup strainers. Provide separate 38 mm 1.5 inch P-trap and drain piping to vertical vent piping from each compartment. Provide top mounted washerless sink faucets with hose spray. Provide filters for chlorine in supply piping to faucets. Provide UL 430 waste disposer in right compartment.

2.2. FLUSH VALVE WATER CLOSETS

ASME A112.19.2/CSA B45.1, white vitreous china, siphon jet, elongated bowl, wall mounted, wall outlet. Top of toilet seat height above floor shall be 19 inches. Provide wax bowl ring including plastic sleeve. Provide white solid plastic elongated open-front.

Water flushing volume of the water closet and flush valve combination shall not exceed 4.85 liters 1.28 gallons per flush. Water closets must meet the EPA WaterSense product definition specified in http://www.epa.gov/watersense/partners/product_program_specs.html and must be EPA WaterSense labeled products. Provide data identifying WaterSense label for flush valve water closet.

Provide large diameter flush valve including angle control-stop valve, vacuum breaker, tail pieces, slip nuts, and wall plates; exposed to view components shall be chromium-plated or polished stainless steel. Flush valves shall be nonhold-open type. Mount flush valves not less than 279 mm 11 inches above the fixture. Mounted height of flush valve shall not interfere with the hand rail in ADA stalls. Provide solenoid-activated flush valves including electrical-operated light-beam-sensor to energize the solenoid.

2.3. URINAL

ASME A112.19.2/CSA B45.1, white vitreous china,wall-mounted, wall outlet, siphon jet, integral trap, and extended side shields. Provide one urinal with the rim 17 inches above the floor and two urinals with the rim 24 inches above the floor. Water flushing volume of the urinal and flush valve combination shall not exceed 0.125 gallons per flush. Urinals must meet the specifications of http://www.epa.gov/watersense/partners/product_program_specs.html and must be EPA WaterSense labeled products. Provide ASME A112.6.1M concealed chair carriers with vertical steel pipe supports. Provide large diameter flush valve including angle control-stop valve, vacuum breaker, tail pieces, slip nuts, and wall plates; exposed to view components shall be chromium-plated or polished stainless steel. Flush valves shall be nonhold-open type. Mount flush valves not less than 11 inches above the fixture. Provide solenoid-activated flush valves including electrical-operated light-beam-sensor to energize the solenoid.

2.4. PIPING AND FIXTURES

Provide all required piping and fixture materials in accordance with AWWA C800. Provide valves and fittings with pressure ratings equivalent to the pressure ratings of the pipe. Submit manufacturer's standard drawings or catalog cuts, except submit both drawings and cuts for push-on joints. Include information concerning gaskets with submittal for joints and couplings.

2.5. PARTITION PANELS AND DOORS

2.5.1. Toilet Enclosures

Provide and conform toilet enclosures to CID A-A-60003, Type I, Style A, floor supported.

Furnish width, length, and height of toilet enclosures as shown on the reference drawing.

Provide a width of 25 mm 1 inch. Finish surface of panels must be solid phenolic, black core Finish 4, light gray in color; water resistant; graffiti resistant; non-absorbent. Reinforce panels indicated to receive toilet paper holders or grab bars for mounting of the items required. Provide grab bars in the large stall to withstand a bending stress, shear stress, shear force, and a tensile force induced by 250 lbf. Grab bars must not rotate within their fittings.

2.5.2. Urinal Screens

Provide and conform urinal screens to CID A-A-60003, Type III, Style A, floor supported.

Provide finish for surface of screens as solid phenolic, black core Finish 4, light gray in color; water resistant; graffiti resistant; non-absorbent. Furnish width and height of urinal screens as shown on the reference drawing. Provide thickness of 25 mm 1 inch. Fabricate screens from the same types of panels and pilasters as the toilet partitions. Use corrosion-resistant stainless steel fittings and fasteners.

2.5.3. Floor-Anchored Partitions

Pilasters must be not less than 31.75 mm 1-1/4 inch thick with face sheets not less than

1.613 mm 0.0635 inch thick. Provide anchoring device at the bottom of the pilaster consisting of a steel bar not less than 12.7 by 22.2 mm 1/2 by 7/8 inch welded to the reinforced face sheets and having not less than two 9.5 mm 3/8 inch round anchorage devices for securing to the floor slab. Provide anchorage devices complete with threaded rods, expansion shields, lock washers, and leveling-adjustment nuts. Trim piece at the floor must be 76.2 mm 3 inch high and fabricated from not less than 0.76 mm 0.030 inch thick corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

2.5.4. Toilet accessories

Provide accessories to the restrooms that are similar to the existing accessories. Include a paper towel dispenser and toilet tissue dispenser. Accessories are to be stainless steel.

2.6. INSTANTANEOUS GAS WATER HEATER

Provide an instantaneous gas water heater that meets the Energy Star product definition specified in: https://www.energystar.gov/products/spec and must be Energy Star certified. The heater shall be complete with control system, and shall have ASME rated combination pressure and temperature relief valve.

The water heater shall have the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, and model or serial number on a plate secured to the item of equipment. Provide pipes, fittings, and appurtenances necessary for a complete and operable system.

2.7. CERAMIC TILES

Provide ceramic tiles that comply with ANSI A137.1 and are standard grade tiles. Provide a minimum breaking strength of 250 lbs. for floor tile in accordance with ASTM C648. Colors shall be charcoal gray for the floor tile in the restrooms.

Each type and color of tile to be provided from a single source. Each type and color of mortar, adhesive, and grout to be provided from the same source. The Contractor shall submit one full-size tile of each type. After approval each sample shall be installed in the work.

2.8. LED LIGHTING

Provide recessed rectangular light fixtures similar to existing. Provide compatible LED lights and components for a complete and operable system.

2.9. ACOUSTICAL CEILING TILES

2.9.1. Acoustical Units

2.9.1.1. Units for Exposed-Grid System

a. Type: Same type as existing ceiling.

b. Flame Spread: Class A, 25 or less

c. Pattern: Same pattern as existing ceiling, making the pattern uniform where needed.

d. Minimum NRC: 0.60 in all rooms when tested on mounting Type E-400 of ASTM E 795.

e. Minimum Light Reflectance Coefficient: LR-1, 0.75 or greater.

f. Nominal size: 24 by 48 inch.

g. Edge detail: Same as existing ceiling, making the pattern uniform where needed.

h. Finish: Factory-applied standard finish.

i. Minimum CAC: 40.

2.9.2. Suspension System

Provide standard exposed-grid standard width flange suspension system conforming to ASTM C 635/C 635M for intermediate-duty systems. Provide surfaces exposed to view of aluminum or steel with a factory-applied white finish. Provide wall molding having a flange of not less than 15/16 inch. Provide standard corners. Suspended ceiling framing system must have the capability to support the finished ceiling, light fixtures, air diffusers, and accessories, as shown. Provide a suspension system with a maximum deflection of 1/360 of the span length.

2.9.3. Hangers

Provide hangers and attachment capable of supporting a minimum 300 pound ultimate vertical load without failure of supporting material or attachment.

2.9.4. Wires

Conform wires to ASTM A 641/A 641M, Class 1, 0.11 inch in diameter.

2.9.5. Eyebolts

Provide eyebolts of weldless, forged-carbon-steel, with a straight-shank in accordance with ASTM A 489. Eyebolt size must be a minimum 1/4 inch, zinc coated.

2.9.6. Masonry Anchorage Devices

Comply with ASTM C 636/C 636M for anchorage devices for machine screws.

2.9.7. Adhesive

Use adhesive as recommended by tile manufacturer.

2.9.8. Finishes

Use manufacturer's standard textures, patterns and finishes as specified for acoustical units and suspension system members. Treat ceiling suspension system components to inhibit corrosion.

2.9.9. Colors and Patterns

Use colors and patterns for acoustical units and suspension system components similar to the existing units.

2.10. DOORS

Provide particleboard core, 6 panel doors conforming to ANSI/WDMA I.S.1A with faces of plastic laminate. Finish plastic laminate faced doors on both vertical edges with laminated plastic of color matching faces. Provide door, frame, and hardware for 3/0 and 2/8 doors.

2.11. Bi-Fold Closet Doors

Provide louvered doors standard grade, conforming to ANSI/WDMA I.S.6A with 1-1/8 inch thickness. Equip doors with the manufacturer's standard hardware, including tracks, hinges, guides, and pulls.

2.12. PAINT

Conform to the coating specifications and standards referenced in PART 3. Submit manufacturer's technical data sheets for specified coatings and solvents. Minimum 20 percent post-consumer recycled content for light-colored paints and primers. Minimum 50 percent post-consumer recycled content for dark-colored paints and primers. Comply with applicable regulations regarding toxic and hazardous materials. Colors shall be light gray. The Contractor shall submit five similar colored paint chips.

2.13. Countertops

Provide ANSI/NEMA LD 3 countertops. Provide backsplashes not less than 3-1/2 inches nor more than 4-1/2 inches high.

2.14. Cabinets

Unless specified otherwise, provide wall and base cabinets of the same construction, materials, and finishes as countertops. Fabricate cabinets with solid wood faces. Provide frames of solid hardwood not less than 19 by 38 mm 3/4 by 1-1/2 inches. Provide ends, bottoms, backs, and partitions as hardwood plywood. Mortise and tenon, dovetail, or dowel and glue joints to produce a rigid unit. Cover exposed edges of plywood with hardwood strips. Provide cabinet doors, frames, and solid exposed ends 3/4 inch thick minimum. Provide cabinet bottoms, partitions, and framed ends to be 13 mm 1/2 inch minimum. Provide shelves to be 16 mm 5/8 inch thick minimum. Provide cabinet backs 6 mm 1/4 inch thick minimum.

2.14.1. Cabinet Hardware

ANSI/BHMA A156.9. Provide cabinet hardware including two self, closing hinges for each door, two side mounted metal drawer slides for each drawer, and pulls for all doors and drawers as follows. Provide hardware exposed to view as bright chromium plated. Comply with the following requirements for all cabinet hardware:

a. Provide frameless concealed European style, back mounted hinges with 165 degree opening and a self-closing feature when at less than 90 degrees open.

b. Provide drawer slides having a static rating capacity of 100 lbs. Slides to have a self-closing/stay closed action, zinc or epoxy coated steel finish, ball bearing rollers, and positive stop with lift out design.

c. Provide drawer pulls as wire type pulls with center-to-center dimension of not less than 3-1/2 inches and a cross sectional diameter of 5/16 inch.

d. Provide heavy duty magnetic drawer catches.

2.14.2. Cabinet Finish

Provide a clear factory finish on wood surfaces after fabrication. Provide fabricator's standard natural finish equivalent to one coat of sealer, one coat of varnish on all surfaces and a second coat of varnish on surfaces exposed to view. Provide spar varnish in exterior or wet area applications. Sand lightly and wipe clean between coats.

3. EXECUTION

3.1. DEMOLITION

Remove current partition panels, toilets, urinals, sink, shower, doors, water heater and piping.

Remove existing piping to ceiling and cap. Recycle scrap metal as part of demolition and deconstruction operations. Provide separate containers to collect scrap metal and transport to a scrap metal collection or recycling facility.

3.2. INSTALLATION

3.2.1. Sinks

Install sinks according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

3.2.2. Flush Valve Water Closets and Urinals

Install water closets according to manufacturer’s instructions.

3.2.3. Piping and Fixtures

Install new fixtures and piping as required and as indicated by the manufacturer’s instructions.

3.2.4. Fixture support

Fixture supports for off-the-floor lavatories, urinals, water closets, and other fixtures of similar size, design, and use, shall be of the chair-carrier type. The carrier shall provide the necessary means of mounting the fixture, with a foot or feet to anchor the assembly to the floor slab. Adjustability shall be provided to locate the fixture at the desired height and in proper relation to the wall. Support plates, in lieu of chair carrier, shall be fastened to the wall structure only where it is not possible to anchor a floor-mounted chair carrier to the floor slab.

3.2.4.1. Support for Wood Stud Construction

Where floor is a concrete slab, a floor-anchored chair carrier shall be used. Where entire construction is wood, wood crosspieces shall be installed. Fixture hanger plates, supports, brackets, or mounting lugs shall be fastened with not less than No. 10 wood screws, 6 mm 1/4 inch thick minimum steel hanger, or toggle bolts with nut. The wood crosspieces shall extend the full width of the fixture and shall be securely supported.

3.2.5. Access Panels

Access panels shall be provided for concealed valves and controls, or any item requiring inspection or maintenance. Access panels shall be of sufficient size and located so that the concealed items may be serviced, maintained, or replaced, with a minimum size of 18” by 18”.

3.2.6. Floor-Anchored Partitions

Secure pilasters to the floor with the anchorage device specified. Make all leveling devices readily accessible for leveling, plumbing, and tightening the installation. Level tops of doors with tops of pilasters when doors are in a closed position. Expansion shields must have a minimum 50.8 mm 2-inch penetration into the concrete slab.

3.2.7. Water Heater

Install the water heater according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Fabrication, assembly, welding, soldering, and brazing shall conform to ASME B31.1 for all piping of the hot water system. Tap into the existing gas line on the other side of the wall, approximately 12’ high.

Install valves in conformance with ASME B31.1 and as required herein at the locations indicated. Install valves with stems horizontal or above. Locate or equip stop valves to permit operation from floor level. Install valves in positions accessible for operation and repair.

3.2.8. Tiles

Close the space, in which tile is being set, to traffic and other work. Keep closed until tile is firmly set. Apply tile in colors as indicated. Provide special shapes as required for sills, jambs, recesses, offsets, external corners, and other conditions to provide a complete and neatly finished installation. Solidly back tile bases and coves with dry-set mortar. Do not walk or work on newly tiled floors without using kneeling boards or equivalent protection of the tiled surface. Keep traffic off horizontal portland cement mortar installations for at least 72 hours; keep heavy traffic off for at least 7 days, unless otherwise specifically authorized by manufacturer. Dimension and draw detail drawings at a minimum scale of 6 mm = 300 mm 1/4 in. = 1 foot are to be submitted. Include drawings of pattern at inside corners, outside corners, termination points and location of all equipment items such as thermostats, switch plates, mirrors and toilet accessories mounted on surface. Submit manufacturer's preprinted installation instructions.

3.2.8.1. Floor tiles

Repair base if needed. Use dry-set mortar to install tile directly over properly cured, plane, clean concrete slabs in accordance with TCNA Handbook. Install floor tile in the restrooms and back room.

3.2.9. Lighting

Provide new lighting for the restroom and Additional Option One room. Lighting should be uniform through the room. Place two light switches in the restroom. Provide the new closet with its own light and light switch.

3.2.10. Wall Framing

Construct additional walls as indicated on the attached drawings. Walls should be floor to ceiling. Test existing wall panels for asbestos.

Select studs for straightness and set plumb, true, and in alignment. In walls and partitions more than 2400 mm 8 feet tall, provide horizontal bridging at not more than 2400 mm 8 feet o.c. using nominal 50 mm 2 inch material of the same width as the studs; install the bridging flat. Sizes and spacing of studs must be of construction standards. Double studs at jambs and heads of openings and triple at corners to form corner posts. Frame corner posts to receive sheathing, lath, and interior finish. Truss over openings exceeding 1200 mm 4 feet in width or use a header of sufficient depth. Toe-nail studs to sills or sole plates with four 8-penny nails or fasten with metal nailing clips or connectors. Anchor studs abutting concrete or masonry walls thereto near the top and bottom and at midheight of each story using expansion bolts or powder-actuated drive studs.

Finish wall with mold resistant drywall. Place white embossed fiberglass reinforced plastic wall panel behind urinals and toilets to an approximate height of 48 inches.

Where the existing walls are to remain, remove paneling and place drywall to provide a smooth finish.

3.2.11. Paint

Remove dirt, loose particles, grease, oil, disintegrated coatings, and other foreign matter and substances deleterious to coating performance as specified for each substrate before application of paint or surface treatments. Scrub previously painted surfaces with solvent-based coatings, clean with a clean, dry cloth saturated with mineral spirits or paint thinner, ASTM D235. Allow surface to dry. Wiping shall immediately precede the application of the first coat of any coating, unless specified otherwise. Damaged areas such as, but not limited to, nail holes, cracks, chips, and spalls shall be repaired with suitable material to match adjacent undamaged areas. The requirements specified are minimum. Comply also with the application instructions of the paint manufacturer.

Apply interior wall color to the entire wall surface, including reveals, vertical furred spaces and columns, grilles, diffusers, electrical and access panels, and piping and conduit adjacent to wall surfaces unless otherwise specified. Paint items not specified in other paragraphs to match adjacent wall surface.

3.2.12. Acoustical Ceilings Tiles Installation

Examine surfaces to receive directly attached acoustical units for uneveness, irregularities, and dampness that would affect quality and execution of the work. Rid areas, where acoustical units will be cemented, of oils, form residue, or other materials that reduce bonding capabilities of the adhesive. Complete and dry interior finish work such as plastering, concrete, and terrazzo work before installation. Complete and approve mechanical, electrical, and other work above the ceiling line prior to the start of acoustical ceiling installation. Provide acoustical work complete with necessary fastenings, clips, and other accessories required for a complete installation. Do not expose mechanical fastenings in the finished work. Lay out hangers for each individual room or space. Provide hangers to support framing around beams, ducts, columns, grilles, and other penetrations through ceilings. Keep main runners and carrying channels clear of abutting walls and partitions.

Provide at least two main runners for each ceiling span. Wherever required to bypass an object with the hanger wires, install a subsuspension system so that all hanger wires will be plumb.

3.2.12.1. Suspension System

Install suspension system in accordance with ASTM C 636/C 636M and as specified herein. Do not suspend hanger wires or other loads from underside of steel decking.

3.2.12.1.1. Plumb Hangers

Install hangers plumb and not pressing against insulation covering ducts and pipes. Where lighting fixtures are supported from the suspended ceiling system, provide hangers at a minimum of four hangers per fixture and located not more than 6 inch from each corner of each fixture.

3.2.12.1.2. Splayed Hangers

Where hangers must be splayed (sloped or slanted) around obstructions, offset the resulting horizontal force by bracing, countersplaying, or other acceptable means.

3.2.12.2. Wall Molding

Provide wall molding where ceilings abut vertical surfaces. Miter corners where wall moldings intersect or install corner caps. Secure wall molding not more than 3 inch from ends of each length and not more than 16 inch on centers between end fastenings. Provide wall molding springs at each acoustical unit in semi-exposed or concealed systems.

3.2.13. Acoustical Units

Install acoustical units in accordance with the approved installation instructions of the manufacturer. Ensure that edges of acoustical units are in close contact with metal supports, with each other, and in true alignment. Arrange acoustical units so that units less than one-half width are minimized. Hold units in exposed-grid system in place with manufacturer's standard hold-down clips, if units weigh less than 1 psf or if required for fire resistance rating.

3.2.14. Doors and frames

Before installation, seal top and bottom edges of doors with the approved water-resistant sealer. Seal cuts made on the job immediately after cutting using approved water-resistant sealer. Fit, trim, and hang doors with a 2 mm 1/16 inch minimum, 3 mm 1/8 inch maximum clearance at sides and top, and a 5 mm 3/16 inch minimum, 6 mm 1/4 inch maximum clearance over thresholds. Provide 10 mm 3/8 inch minimum, 11 mm 7/16 inch maximum clearance at bottom where no threshold occurs. Bevel edges of doors at the rate of 3 mm in 50 mm 1/8 inch in 2 inch. Door warp must not exceed 6 mm 1/4 inch when measured in accordance with ANSI/WDMA I.S.1A.

3.2.15. Countertop

Conceal fastenings where practicable. Fit counters tight to adjoining surfaces and scribe where necessary. Provide scribed joints neat and flush. Provide counter sections in longest lengths practicable with a minimum number of joints. Where joints are necessary, provide tight joints drawn up with concealed type heavy pull-up bolts. Glue joints with water resistant glue and make rigid with screws, bolts, or other approved fastenings

3.2.16. Cabinets

Provide cabinets level, plumb, true, and tight to adjacent walls. Secure cabinets to walls with concealed toggle bolts. Secure top to cabinet with concealed screws.

3.3. CLEANING

All surfaces shall be cleaned of all foreign matter to present a neat appearance. Stained, discolored, or damaged materials that cannot be restored to their original condition shall be replaced with new materials. All smears and other unsightly marks shall be removed. Upon completion of project, all surfaces shall be washed clean.

3.4. DISPOSAL

All materials removed in the performance of this contract and not reused shall become the property of the contractor and be disposed of offsite in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Photo #1 – Men’s restroom

Photo #2 – Men’s restroom

Photo #3 – Men’s restroom

Photo #4 – Current kitchen layout, oven and refrigerator are to remain at the end of the contract.

Photo #5 – Awardable Option One – Additional room.

Photo #6 – Awardable Option One – Additional room, ceiling tiles

Photo #7 – Awardable Option One – Additional room, kitchen sink

Photo #8 – Awardable Option One – Additional room.

114.0000

13.0000

9.00

Cut existing wall to match new wall

Wall additions are to go from floor to ceiling

Hide piping behind new walls.

Add 18"x18" access panels at shut off locations.

Start wall addition at the edge of the angle

16.50 5.50

18.00

36.00

32.00 34.00

30.00

35.00

Relocate sink drain

12.024.0

12.0

42.0

Tie water heater into gas line on the other side of the wall. The line runs approximately 12' from the ground.

Toilet enclosures are to be floor anchored and reach an approximate height of

70".

3/0 door

2/8 door

New light switches

Grab bars

24.5

Oven

27.0000

42.0000

21.0000

Refrigerator