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National Guard Readiness Center Wilmington, North Carolina Addendum 24 August 2017

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SECTION 010000 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. General: This section provides general requirements complimenting those specified in Division 1 and the Contract Documents. The CONTRACTOR shall follow the require-ments described within this section in addition to those included in other related sec-tions. Discrepancies between the related sections shall be controlled as described herein.

B. Project provides for furnishing all plant, labor, material, equipment and appliances to construct the building as described herein and shown on the construction Drawings.

C. The CONTRACTOR will be held responsible for all requirements described in the Contract Documents. All work, including that of subcontractors, shall be completed in accordance with the Contract Documents. Failure to be familiar with the requirements of the Contract will not relieve the CONTRACTOR of responsibility to comply.

D. The organization of the Specifications into divisions, sections, and articles, and the arrangement of the Drawings shall not control the CONTRACTOR in dividing the work among subcontractors or in establishing the extent of the work to be performed by any trade.

E. Superintendence by the CONTRACTOR: At all times during performance of this contract and until the work is completed and accepted, the Contractor shall directly superintend the work or assign and have on the work a competent superintendent who is satisfactory to the Contracting Officer and has authority to act for the Contractor.

Superintendent may also serve, if qualified, as site safety and health officer.

1.2 WORK SCHEDULING

A. Normal base work hours for the CONTRACTOR will be between the hours of 7:00 am through 5:00 pm, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal Holidays. The normal work hours for National Guard personnel are 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. If the CONTRACTOR desires to work during periods other than above, CONTRACTOR must notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER 5 working days in advance of CONTRACTOR’s intention to work during other periods to allow assignment of additional inspection forces and for notification of fire, security and safety. When the CONTRACTING OFFICER determines that they are reasonably available, CONTRACTING OFFICER may authorize the CONTRACTOR to perform work during periods other than normal duty hours/days. However, if inspectors are required to perform in excess of their normal duty hours/days solely for the benefit of the CONTRACTOR, the actual cost of the inspection, at overtime rates, will be charged to the CONTRACTOR and will be deducted from the final payment of the Contract amount.

B. The following Federal legal Holidays are observed by this base:

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1. New Year’s Day 1 January

2. Martin Luther’s King’s Birthday Third Monday of January

3. President’s Day Third Monday of February

4. Memorial Day Last Monday of May

5. Independence Day 4 July

6. Labor Day First Monday in September

7. Columbus Day Second Monday in October

8. Veteran’s Day 11 November

9. Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November

10. Christmas Day 25 December

C. NOTE: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed the preceding Friday, holidays falling on a Sunday will be observed on the following Monday.

D. Prior to commencing work on the job initially, resumption of work after prolonged interruption (7 calendar days or more) commencement of any warranty work, and upon completion of warranty work, the CONTRACTOR must notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER or the CONTRACTING OFFICER Representative (COTR). When relocating to new sites, returning to sites for follow-up work on a phased work plan, notification to the COTR is sufficient. Notification should be by personal contact; however, advance notification may be by telephone, or in writing, and should be accomplished sufficiently in advance to allow scheduling of inspection forces. The above precautions are to ensure construction inspection and recording of work proceedings.

1.3 UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL

A. The CONTRACTOR shall inform all personnel (including subcontractor and visiting supplier personnel) that access to areas outside of the immediate work area excluding, direct haul and access routes, Contracting and Civil Engineering offices and point of supply and storage, is prohibited. Circulation of said personnel will be limited to official business only. Persons in violation of the above will be apprehended and appropriately disciplined.

1.4 INSPECTION OF SITE

A. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the complete coordination and proper relation of the work of all trades. Reference Contract Clauses FAR 52.236-3, “Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work,” and FAR 52.236-8, “Other Contracts.”

B. It is recommended that prospective offerors visit the premises and thoroughly familiarize themselves with the details of the work and working conditions. It is the responsibility of all offerors to have compared the premises and the site with the Specifications and Drawings, and to have satisfied themselves as to all conditions of the premises, the existing obstructions, the actual elevations, and any other conditions affecting the execution and completion of the work prior to submission of the Proposal.

Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-3, “Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work.”

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C. No allowances or extra construction on behalf of any CONTRACTOR will be permitted subsequently by reason of error or oversight on the part of the subcontractor, or on account of interferences by the activities of the CONTRACTING OFFICER or others.

Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-3, “Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work.”

1.5 CORRELATION OF DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTRACTS

A. The Specifications, Contract and the accompanying Drawings are intended to describe and provide for a complete, new and usable facility. They are intended to be cooperative and what is called for by one shall be as binding as if called for by all. The CONTRACTOR will understand that the work herein described shall be complete in every detail, not withstanding every item necessarily involved is not particularly mentioned, and the CONTRACTOR shall be responsible to provide all labor and material for the entire completion of the work intended. Should any error or inconsistency appear in the Drawings or Specifications, the CONTRACTOR, before proceeding with the work, shall make mention of same to the CONTRACTING OFFICER for proper adjustment, and in no case shall the work proceed with uncertainty. Reference Contract Clause DFARS 252.236-7001, “Contract Drawings and Specifications” and FAR 52.236-21 specifications and drawings for construction.

1.6 REPORT OF ERROR AND DISCREPANCIES

A. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any and all discrepancies in work due to failure to obtain dimensions and investigate conditions at the building before fabrication and installation.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall bear all costs in replacing all materials and labor due to not observing the above paragraph and such replaced materials shall meet the approval of the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall promptly notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER in writing of any discrepancies.

D. Reference Contract clauses FAR 52.236-21, “Specifications and Drawings for Construction.” FAR 52.246-12 “Inspection of Construction,” and DFARS 252.236-7001, “Contract Drawings and Specifications.”

E. Any proposed changes to the specifications by the CONTRACTOR must be submitted in writing to the CONTRACTING OFFICER for approval prior to implementation.

1.7 DIVISION OF WORK

A. The various divisions of the specifications shall not be considered as negotiations of the material and labor involved. The arrangement and order of these divisions have been made for convenience only, and it is not the intent, nor shall it be so construed, a particular trade or subcontractor must perform that work included in any one division.

B. Any item mentioned under any division heading must be supplied even though it is not specified under the heading for the respective work, but is shown on the Drawings. No

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claims for extras arising out of real or alleged error in such arrangement or order of the various divisions will be given consideration.

C. Reference Contract clause FAR 52.236-21, “Specifications and Drawings for Construction.”

D. Any proposed changes to the specifications by the CONTRACTOR must be submitted in writing to the CONTRACTING OFFICER for approval prior to implementation.

1.8 METHOD OF CARRYING ON THE WORK

A. All work under the Contract shall be arranged and carried on in such a manner as to complete work in the least possible time. The CONTRACTOR shall consult with the CONTRACTING OFFICER as to methods or sequence of carrying on the work. A definite program of work shall be arranged before starting. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-15, “Schedules for Construction Contracts.”

B. Activities in the vicinity of this Project may be kept in full or partial operation during construction. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the CONTRACTING OFFICER and schedule construction activities. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-8, “Other Contracts.”

1.9 STANDARDS OF MANUFACTURE

A. All recognized regulatory/code standards shall be the latest published edition prior to the date of release for bid/proposal of the Contract Documents.

B. For purpose of establishing the standard of construction and the requirements to be met in the work of all divisions, the Drawings and these Specifications are based on the use of products hereinafter specified, adapted to the installation as required to meet the condition.

C. Where brand names are shown, these names are intended to describe a quality of product, and in no way are intended to limit products of equal quality. Therefore, products of other manufacturers may be employed for this work provided they are approved as equivalent materials and construction and equally adaptable to the conditions as approved by the CONTRACTING OFFICER. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-5, “Materials and Workmanship.”

1.10 MEANING OF APPROVED, DIRECTED, ETC.

A. “Approved,” “Directed,” “Required,” “Applicable,” or words of like or similar effect, when used in the Specifications shall be interpreted to mean “Approved By,” “Directed By,” etc., the CONTRACTING OFFICER unless otherwise specifically stipulated.

1.11 MISPLACED MATERIALS

A. Any material that is deposited elsewhere than areas designated as approved by the CONTRACTING OFFICER shall be rehandled and deposited where directed. No

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payment will be made for rehandling such material. The CONTRACTING OFFICER will notify CONTRACTOR of any noncompliance with the foregoing provisions.

1.12 COMPLIANCE WITH CODES AND REGULATIONS

A. All work shall be done in accordance with the applicable codes and/or ordinances in force at the time of construction. It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to ensure that where EPA, DEQ or other such regulations control the removal, handling, installation or disposal of materials, they shall be strictly adhered to whether or not specifically referenced in the construction documents.

B. CONTRACTOR shall have data sheets available at the site on any materials used to comply with OSHA and EPA. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.223.3, “Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data.”

1.13 MATERIAL TESTING BY NATIONAL LABORATORIES

A. Electrical materials and equipment shall be new and bear the UL label or be listed in UL Electrical Construction Materials Directory or Electrical Appliance and Utilization Equipment Directory, wherever standards have been established by the agency.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall submit proof that the material or equipment, which the CONTRACTOR proposes to furnish under this Specification, conforms to the standards of Underwriters’ Laboratories. The label of Underwriters Laboratories (UL) shall be accepted as conforming to this requirement.

C. In lieu of the label, the CONTRACTOR may submit a written certification from any recognized testing agency, adequately equipped and competent to perform such services, that the material or equipment has been tested and conforms to the standards, including the methods of testing used.

1.14 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings and Product Data: The CONTRACTOR shall furnish submittals in the form of manufacturer’s brochures, pamphlets, or written specifications on all items to be installed unless specifically directed otherwise by these Specifications or by the CONTRACTING OFFICER. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-5, “Material and Workmanship,” 52.225-9, “Buy American Act-Construction Materials,” FAR 52.223-3, “Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data,” and DFAR 252.227-7033, “Rights in Shop Drawings.” Submittals shall clearly identify performance criteria requested.

B. Approval of Materials: Prior to the purchase of material, the CONTRACTOR shall submit to the CONTRACTING OFFICER, for material approval/ disapproval, brochures and technical literature covering, in detail, the materials the CONTRACTOR proposes to supply. This shall include the specific catalog and model specification number designations. Submittals shall demonstrate that the item conforms to all of the requirements. No unapproved or disapproved materials shall be used. Submittals shall be made for the items listed on013300 Submittals Report.

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1.15 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING, WORK PROGRESS AND PREPARATION OF

PROGRESS SCHEDULES AND REPORTS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a work progress schedule in Microsoft Project, latest version, or acceptable substitute format. These schedules are to be submitted to the CONTRACTING OFFICER for approval, in the number of copies as directed, prior to start of construction. The schedule will show the order in which the contractor proposes to perform the work, the dates on which the CONTRACTOR contemplates starting and completing the various divisions and salient features of the work. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-15, “Schedules for Construction Contracts.” The work shall be scheduled so that upon the start of construction, work progresses in a continuous and diligent manner. A schedule that does not reflect steady and reasonable progress throughout the construction period will be rejected. The schedule shall include a line item for rough inspections by GOVERNMENT personnel as outlined in the various sections of the Specifications or on the Drawings. A rough inspection is required on all installed systems prior to sealing off or closing in a wall, pipe chase, suspended ceiling system etc. These systems include by not limited to: domestic and heating water lines, communication and electric runs, all insulation material to be covered by other material (GWB, wood panel etc), duct runs, ceiling suspension systems, raised flooring, fire detection/protection/suppression systems etc. A second or finish inspection will be conducted after these systems are “hidden” to ensure the quality of the finished product. The finish inspection does not constitute the final Project inspection accomplished at Project completion. The CONTRACTOR shall request these inspections, through the CONTRACTING OFFICER at least 5 workdays prior to the desired inspection date.

B. A weekly meeting may be held between the CONTRACTOR, COTR and CONTRACTING OFFICER, to discuss work progress, problems and potential change orders. The CONTRACTOR shall attend these meetings at no additional cost to the GOVERNMENT. Prior to specific work elements of a project, the CONTRACTOR shall confer with the COTR and agree on a sequence of procedures and means of access to premise; space for storage of materials and equipment; delivery of materials and use of approaches, use of corridors, stairways and similar means of passage. Weekly progress reports are to be submitted to both the CONTRACTING OFFICER and the CONTRACTING OFFICER’s Representative (COTR) covering the period from notice to proceed through final inspection. If there are possible deviations from the original plan, those are to be noted and approved by the CONTRACTING OFFICER before work changes are implemented. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-15, “Schedules for Construction Contracts.”

1.16 SAFETY ASSURANCE

A. Compliance with Regulations. All work including the handling of hazardous materials shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1910/1926. All work shall comply with applicable state and municipal safety and health requirements. Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent shall apply.

B. CONTRACTOR Responsibility. The CONTRACTOR shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of work. The GOVERNMENT shall not be

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held liable for any action on the part of the CONTRACTOR, the CONTRACTOR’s employees or subcontractor, which results in illness, injury or death.

C. Where an employee can fall more than 6 feet, a fall protection system must be used;

29 CFR 1926.500 stipulates where this occurs and the different types of fall arrest systems.

D. All references to protection of the site and adjacent buildings when trenching, shall include protection of all employees also.

E. Inspections, Tests and Reports. The required inspections, tests and reports made by the CONTRACTOR, subcontractor, specially trained technicians, equipment manufacturers and other as required, shall be at the CONTRACTOR’s expense.

F. Materials and Equipment. Special facilities, devices, equipment, clothing and similar items used by the CONTRACTOR in the execution of work shall comply with applicable regulations.

G. Health and Safety Plan: Prior to commencing on-site work, Contractor must submit an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Emergency Action Plan (EAP) to Contracting Officer to demonstrate compliance by Contractor and subcontractors with applicable OSHA regulations. Prior to commencing on-site work, Contractor must submit a project-specific Project Safety Plan to Contracting Officer. The plan must include, but is not limited to, hazard communications, labeling, emergency response and preparedness and training.

1.17 INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

A. Inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the GOVERNMENT and shall not relieve the CONTRACTOR of the responsibility of providing quality control measures to ensure that the work strictly complies with the Contract requirements. No inspection or test by the GOVERNMENT shall be construed as constituting or implying acceptance.

Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.246-12, “Inspection of Construction.”

1.18 QUALITY CONTROL/TESTS

A. Where work is specified to be in conformity with Standard Specifications of the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM), or with Federal Specifications or with specifications of well known recognized technical and trade organizations, but no tests are specifically stipulated in connection herewith, the CONTRACTOR shall furnish and pay for any tests or certifications required by the CONTRACTING OFFICER to show that the proposed materials meet with the applicable requirements.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall submit a written certification from any recognized testing agency, adequately equipped and competent to perform such services, that the material or equipment has been tested and conforms to the standards, including the methods of testing used.

C. Wherever testing or analysis of material is required, such testing unless otherwise noted will be made at the CONTRACTOR’s expense.

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D. Subsequent testing of those materials which fail to meet specifications will be accomplished by the CONTRACTOR at no cost to the GOVERNMENT.

E. CONTRACTOR Quality Control (CQC) Program: The CONTRACTOR shall provide and maintain an effective quality control program in accordance with the Contract.

Within 10 days of the Award of the Contract, the CONTRACTOR shall provide three copies of the Project CQC plan to the CONTRACTING OFFICER. This document, as a minimum, shall include name and address of the independent testing agency and the responsible principal with the firm; a summary of QC tests required by the Specification and to be provided by the testing agency; and typical daily reports forms to be used for this Project. The plan shall also indicate organizational procedures to immediately notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER or COTR of test results in noncompliance with the Specification and recommendations on correction. The testing agency must be an independent company and not owned or partially owned by the CONTRACTOR or any relation or employee of the CONTRACTOR.

F. Samples used for testing shall be selected as specified for the various tests elsewhere in the Specifications but in every case the method of selecting samples and the location for selection shall be as approved by the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

G. Tests shall be made in accordance with the specified testing procedures and/or methods and otherwise as required to provide compliance with all Contract requirements. Tests shall be made by independent, commercial testing laboratories approved in writing by the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

H. Results of all tests shall be recorded on certified test reports of the commercial testing laboratories. Reports shall include a statement that the materials tested do or do not meet the requirements of the Contract Specifications. Six copies of all reports shall be forwarded directly to the CONTRACTING OFFICER for approval within 5 days of the actual performance of the test. The testing agency shall immediately notify (verbally) the CONTRACTING OFFICER of any tests, which indicate failure to meet the Contract requirements.

I. Any item, for which test reports show failure to meet all Contract requirements shall be retested as often as required to show full compliance with Contract requirements, at the CONTRACTOR’s expense.

J. CONTRACTOR will provide an emergencies plan, with names of personnel to accomplish the repairs in the event of utility and/or communications emergencies.

1.19 KEYS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any GOVERNMENT-owned keys that have been issued to the CONTRACTOR for access to facilities or areas pertinent to this Contract.

B. Upon completion of the work in an area, or upon request of the CONTRACTING OFFICER, the key or keys relevant to the area shall be returned immediately. Keys shall be returned prior to final task order payments.

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C. Should the CONTRACTOR Lose a Key: The CONTRACTOR shall notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER, immediately and in writing, but not later than 1 working day after the CONTRACTOR is aware of the loss. Should the key not be found before final acceptance, the final Contract payment shall be reduced by the replacement cost for each key not returned and, if required by the CONTRACTING OFFICER, any re-keying costs and cost of any other damages suffered by the GOVERNMENT.

1.20 WARRANTY

A. In addition to the specific guarantees required by the Specifications for certain portions of the work to be performed under this Contract, the CONTRACTOR shall furnish a written warranty for all of the work to be performed under this Contract, against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of final acceptance of the completed work by the GOVERNMENT.

B. All work including workmanship, material, and equipment (other than GOVERNMENT furnished equipment) shall be warranted for the full period of standard manufacturer’s warranty, but in no case shall be warranted for a period of less than 1 year upon notice from the CONTRACTING OFFICER of any failure during this warranty period, the part or parts shall be replaced promptly with new parts by and at the expense of the CONTRACTOR. Whenever the manufacturer of a piece of equipment supplied by the CONTRACTOR customarily provides a warranty covering the equipment, the CONTRACTOR shall promptly turn over such to the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

C. Upon completion, the CONTRACTOR shall provide the CONTRACTING OFFICER with five bound sets O and M Manuals for each piece of installed equipment. Also provide 3 compact disks with complete O and M’s in searchable PDF format.

D. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.246-12, “Inspection of Construction” and FAR 52.246-21, “Warranty of Construction.”

1.21 CUTTING AND REPAIRING

A. Unless otherwise specified hereinafter, the CONTRACTOR shall do all necessary cutting, drilling, fitting and patching of work and corresponding work that may be required to make several parts come together and fit it to receive, or be received, by work of other trades shown upon, or reasonably implied, by the Drawings and Specifications for the completed Project. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.246-12, “Inspection of Construction.”

B. The CONTRACTOR shall be held responsible for all cutting, replacement, and repairing of work that is due to faulty workmanship and which is not specifically covered by Specifications for trades which are affected. The CONTRACTOR will also be held responsible for providing, without extra cost to the GOVERNMENT, any small incidental items which are not specifically mentioned in trade specifications, but which are necessary to complete the work in accordance with the Drawings, and under the general understanding that the work, when completed, shall be a finished and workmanlike job. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-5, “Material and Workmanship,” and FAR 52.246-12, “Inspection of Construction.”

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1.22 SITE CLEANUP

A. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain the construction site in as clean and orderly condition daily. All refuse and/or salvage material shall be gathered and disposed of periodically to maintain the site in this condition. Refer to Section 017419, CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL, for requirements on material disposal. All roadways, and roadway areas within the work area, or used by the CONTRACTOR, shall be kept free of construction debris, and associated mud, dirt, sand, or gravel that may be tracked from the construction work area by cleaning daily to assure safe operation of vehicles. The method of cleaning and equipment employed shall be subject to the approval of the CONTRACTING OFFICER. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-12, “Cleaning Up.”

B. Dewatering techniques are a CONTRACTOR’s option; however, the CONTRACTING OFFICER shall approve the method prior to start of work.

C. Following completion of the work, the CONTRACTOR shall clean the entire area from any debris and/or excess of misplaced material due to the CONTRACTOR’s operation and obtain CONTRACTING OFFICER’s approval of this finished work. (Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.246-12, entitled “Inspection of Construction,” and FAR 52.236-12, “Cleaning Up.”)

1.23 LAYOUT AND GRADES

A. All lines and grade work not presently established at the site shall be laid out by the CONTRACTOR in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain all established boundaries and benchmarks and replace as directed any which are destroyed or disturbed. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-17, “Layout of Work.”

B. The CONTRACTOR shall engage a Professional Engineer or Registered Land Surveyor, licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina, to properly establish all locations, grades, elevations, dimensions, joints, etc., necessary to the proper location of all items of work included in this Contract. All such items shall be established in relation to the benchmark and control points noted on the Drawings.

C. Prior to acceptance of the facility and at such times as directed by the CONTRACTING OFFICER, the CONTRACTOR shall thoroughly clean all exposed surfaces of the building where work under this Contract was completed.

D. All protective coatings, except lacquers, shall be removed from finish surfaces and the finish surfaces shall be washed and cleaned. CONTRACTOR shall be held responsible for all damaged materials, and at completion, shall replace, at the CONTRACTOR’s own expense, all such damaged materials.

E. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-12, “Cleaning Up,” and FAR 52.246-12, “Inspection of Construction.”

1.24 REFUSE AND SALVAGE MATERIALS:

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A. Refer to Section 017419, CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL, for instruction regarding the disposal and recycling of onsite materials.

B. All refuse, debris, and construction waste shall be legally disposed of off Post at the CONTRACTOR’s expense. (Reference FAR 52.236-12 “Cleaning Up.”) Accumulations of refuse on the site will not be permitted.

C. All salvage property removed and not reinstalled under this Contract shall be returned to the GOVERNMENT at a place on base designated by the CONTRACTING OFFICER, or properly disposed of when directed by the GOVERNMENT.

D. Nonhazardous solid waste must be diverted to recycling, through appropriate means available to the CONTRACTOR, if such diversion is less than or equal to the equivalent cost of landfill or incineration.

E. Prior to Contract closeout the CONTRACTOR must supply a report, including the following:

1. Amount (in tons) of nonhazardous solid waste, including construction and demolition debris, that is composted, mulched, recycled, reused, donated or otherwise diverted from a disposal facility.

2. Amount (in tons) of solid waste (including construction and demolition debris) transferred to a disposal facility (landfill).

1.25 STORAGE

A. No secure storage space will be provided by the GOVERNMENT. The GOVERNMENT will not be responsible for property belonging to, or under the present control of the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTING OFFICER, or COTR, will designate an unsecured, open area for storage of construction equipment and materials during the period covered by this Contract. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-10, “Operations and Storage Areas.” The CONTRACTOR shall protect CONTRACTOR’s materials.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall construct such temporary sheds, as may be required, for the use of workmen and as required for tool cribs and storage of all work under this Contract. Temporary sheds shall be confined to the space assigned by the CONTRACTING OFFICER, or COTR. Sheds shall be of approved construction and wood floors, lighting and heat shall be provided in all parts used by workmen. Exterior of sheds shall be painted, all parts maintained in good condition throughout the life of the Contract, and at completion, all parts shall be removed and the premises cleaned

up. Reference Contract Clauses FAR 52.236-10, “Operations and Storage Areas,” and FAR 52.236-12, “Cleaning Up.”

1.26 TEMPORARY FIELD OFFICES

A. As soon as practicable after award of Contract, and until final completion of the work, CONTRACTOR shall provide, maintain and later remove suitable temporary office(s).

All field offices shall be in good repair, painted on the exterior, provided with adequate

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heating, lighting and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.

Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-10, “Operations and Storage Areas.”

B. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a separate Common-Use field office in accordance with Section 015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS. secure trailer from that used by the Contractor with heating and air conditioning. It shall include a safe, securely anchored stairway from each means of egress with hand/guardrails/landings and ABA compliant ramp/landings with hand/guard rails at the main entry. This trailer shall include, as a minimum, two desks, two suitable chairs, access to a phone line and separate high speed internet connection at no additional cost to the GOVERNMENT.

Trailer needs to be able to accommodate 12 people at construction meetings.

C. The CONTRACTOR is reminded that smoking in buildings on a GOVERNMENT facility is prohibited. A smoking area for employees, away from the main entrance of a building, must be provided.

1.27 TEMPORARY TOILET FACILITIES

A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide all temporary toilet facilities. The temporary toilet facilities shall meet the requirements of health authorities having jurisdiction and shall be kept clean and in a sanitary condition at all times.

1.28 TELEPHONE AND COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY MONITORING

A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide telephone service at the field office for personal and subcontractor use. Arrangements with the telephone company will be the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR, as well as all charges for installation, services and removal.

B. All communications with DOD organizations are subject to communications security (COMSEC) review. CONTRACTOR personnel will be aware telephone communications networks are continually subject to intercept by unfriendly intelligence organizations. The DOD has authorized the military departments to conduct COMSEC monitoring and recording of telephone calls originating from, or terminating at, DOD organizations. Therefore, civilian CONTRACTOR personnel are advised any time they place a call to, or receive a call from, a DoD organization, they are subject to COMSEC procedures. The CONTRACTOR will assume the responsibility for ensuring wide and frequent dissemination of the above information to all employees dealing with DOD information.

1.29 UTILITIES

A. The CONTRACTING OFFICER has determined that GOVERNMENT-operated utilities are not adequate and will not be furnished to the CONTRACTOR. The Contractor shall be responsible for any and all permitting, fees, metering, etc. associated with the construction and acceptance of all utilities until accepted by the GOVERNMENT.

1.30 UTILITY INTERRUPTIONS

A. All utility shutdowns require the prior approval of the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

Request for utility shutdown shall be made in writing at least 4 weeks prior to the

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expected date of implementation. As soon as actual shutdown date is known, the CONTRACTOR shall notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER, in writing, requesting approval at least 8 work days prior to requested shutdown.

B. The CONTRACTOR’s progress schedule shall include preliminary listing of all proposed shutdown dates. Every effort shall be made to make all shutdowns as brief as possible, and as limited in extent as possible.

1.31 PERMITS

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for any and all costs required for permitting associated with the construction and its acceptance.

1.32 COMPRESSED AIR

A. CONTRACTOR shall provide all compressed air used for work under this Contract, including temporary lines and connections. All temporary lines, etc., shall be removed at the completion of the work.

1.33 WEATHER PROTECTION AND TEMPORARY HEATING

A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide and maintain weather protection as may be required to properly protect all parts of the structure from damage during construction.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for repairs and maintenance to the heating system or units during the period during progress of building construction and shall deliver same to the GOVERNMENT, at termination of such use, in perfect condition, duct cleaning and replacing all filters will be required even if the permanent HVAC system is not used for temporary heat, but run for Testing and Balancing purposes.

Any temporary heating shall be at the expense of the CONTRACTOR.

1.34 ARCHEOLOGICAL, PALEONTOLOGICAL AND ENDANGERED SPECIES FINDS

A. Any archeological finds (evidence of human occupation) or paleontological finds (evidence of prehistoric plant or animal life) are to be reported to the CONTRACTING OFFICER immediately and continue work in other areas without interruption. Protect native endangered flora and fauna and notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER of any construction activities that might threaten endangered species or their habitats.

1.35 REAL PROPERTY/EQUIPMENT REPORT

A. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish, upon completion of the Project, “Real Property Installed Cost,” form in triplicate, of all equipment installed in the facility, and the installed cost of each item. Furthermore, the listing shall include the location of each item and nameplate data.

B. Typically, the listing shall include: air conditioners, air handling units, condensers, fans, pumps, air compressors, transformers, unit heaters, regulators, direct current power supplies, latrine fixtures, motors, engines, motor or engine-driven equipment, drinking fountains, sinks, water coolers, generators, space heaters, water heaters, refrigerators, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 010000 – 14 freezers, coolers, meters, gas detectors, humidifiers dehumidifier, air purifier, ovens, power units, fuel tanks, water tanks, elevators, welders, recorders, reels, scales, hydrants, intrusion detection equipment, fire detection and alarm equipment, emergency light sets, emergency eye wash, deluge showers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, bridge cranes, and like items of equipment.

C. Final payment will not be made to the CONTRACTOR until the GOVERNMENT has received and approved the listing. The CONTRACTOR shall use the “Real Property Installed Cost” form provided in the Preconstruction Contractor Guide or given at the Pre-performance Conference.

D. The Contractor shall submit DD Form 1354 allocating total contract amount to specific facilities as directed by the Contracting Officer.

1.36 DAMAGES, REPAIRS

A. All damages by the CONTRACTOR’s operations shall be repaired, or replaced, at the CONTRACTOR’s expense, as directed by the CONTRACTING OFFICER. Any GOVERNMENT property damaged as a result of the work, materials, or operations of the CONTRACTOR shall be restored at no additional expense to the GOVERNMENT.

B. All existing sidewalks, curbs, fencing, and pavement disturbed, broken or removed or otherwise damaged by the CONTRACTOR during performance of the work under this Contract shall be replaced by the CONTRACTOR at the CONTRACTOR’s own expense. Replaced sidewalks, curbs, and pavements shall be smooth, shall blend into the existing work, and shall not present depressions or humps.

C. Reference Contract Clause FAR 52.236-9, “Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities and Improvements.”

1.37 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall keep an accurate record of all deviations from the approved design Drawings and Specifications which may occur in the work as actually constructed, and shall submit to the CONTRACTING OFFICER, at completion of the work, complete information including descriptions, Drawings, dimensions, marked prints, etc., as required for correction of the tracings to the as-built conditions. It is not sufficient to simply reference an addendum or change order. Contractor may tape graphics of such documents into as built and red line as built information on these graphics. The information is to be color coded for easy decoding as follows:

1. Red when showing information added to the Drawings.

2. Green when showing information deleted from the Drawings.

3. Blue and circled in blue to show notes.

B. The redlined Drawings shall be complete with any deviation in actual construction.

C. Review and completeness of as-built drawings shall be assessed by COTR monthly as factor in evaluation of contractor’s payment application.

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1.38 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC AND SAFETY

A. Where possible, construction work shall not interfere with the normal operations of traffic, particularly emergency vehicles and equipment. CONTRACTOR is responsible for safety on the Project site.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall use only established haul routes. When materials are transported in prosecution of the work, vehicles shall not be loaded beyond the loading limit established by Federal, State or Local Law or regulation. When it is necessary to cross curbing or sidewalks, protection against damage shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR. Haul routes will be established by the CONTRACTING OFFICER at the time of the preconstruction meeting.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall provide for the free and unobstructed movement of Military vehicles with respect to all operations and the operations of subcontractors.

D. With respect to the CONTRACTOR’s own operations, and those of all the CONTRACTOR’s subcontractor, the CONTRACTOR shall provide marking, lighting, and other acceptable means of identifying personnel, equipment, vehicles, storage areas, and any work or condition that may be hazardous to the operation of military vehicles, fire-rescue equipment, or maintenance vehicles at the Post.

E. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish, erect, and maintain weighted barricades, warning signs, and other traffic control devices as required to maintain traffic and ensure the safety of military vehicles in the area and the CONTRACTOR’s equipment. The CONTRACTOR shall make an estimate of all labor, materials, equipment, and coincidental necessary for providing the maintenance of vehicular traffic.

1.39 LEED SUBMITTALS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide documentation of materials and procedures as required in Section 018113.13, SUSTAINABLE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS.

1.40 SPECIAL CONDITIONS

A. Any CONTRACTOR’s equipment that causes or generates electro-magnetic disturbances or interference shall be removed from service until properly repaired. The CONTRACTING OFFICER may also require repositioning or removal of the equipment from the Post.

1.41 COMMERCIALLY OWNED/OPERATED RADIOACTIVE SOURCES USED

A. When using radioactive sources for soil compaction tests or stress/support studies for detection of structural/weld defects in structural framing, pressurized pipe, vessels, etc., on site, the operator shall comply with the following requirements.

1. Prior to bringing the radiation generator on to site, the CONTRACTOR shall provide the Base Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and the CONTRACTING OFFICER with the following information/documentation for review and approval.

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a. A copy of the Radioactive Source Permit with operational use conditions/restrictions with expiration date or a Certification of Exemption from licensure from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or Agreement State (AS).

b. A current list of trained and qualified employees that will be using the radioactive source.

c. The name of the Permit Radiation Safety Officer (PRSO), emergency contact telephone number, and current address for each source.

d. Operating instruction(s)/technical order(s) for the equipment that contains the radioactive source.

e. Designated storage location of the radioactive source if it remains.

f. Proposed marking of the storage location if it exceeds 2mR/hr as measured at the surface of the storage container.

g. A copy of the company Radiation Safety Program.

h. Emergency Response Plan in case of an emergency for a lost or damaged source and/or over exposure incident/injury.

i. Provide the portion of their Contract that identifies the location(s) of where the source will be used, for how long, and for what type use.

2. After approval is received for use of the specific radiation generator, the CONTRACTOR shall:

a. Meet proper Department of Transportation (DOT) and NRC shipping criteria to include properly filled out shipping manifest(s), container marking/labels, and placards on the vehicle as needed when transporting the source onto and around base. Documents shall also allow CONTRACTOR to remove the source when needed. The source and the activity shall dictate which DOT and NRC regulations and CFRs are applicable.

b. These include, but not limited to 10 CFR Parts 19, 20, 21, 30, 33, 34, and 71 for the permit and operation itself; 29 CFR 1910,1096 for occupational safety and health activities when using the instrument; 40 CFR Part 190 for environmental protection activities; 49 CFR Parts 172 and 173 for transporting the instrument, and if the source is lost or stolen 10 CFR Parts 30, 40, 50, 70, 73 and 150.

c. Buy radioactive luminescent signs and markers to areas with low occupancy and where electrical power is not available except at prohibitive cost.

3. The CONTRACTOR shall not:

a. Buy radioactive materials or accept radioactive materials without approval from the Radioisotope Committee (RIC).

b. Buy or use radium without RIC approval.

c. Buy radioactive luminescent signs and markers solely for energy conservation in general administrative, industrial, and housing applications.

4. The base RSO, or representative, reserves the right to inspect work sites and terminate/suspend any operation involving a radioactive source deemed to be unsafe law applicable laws, rules and federal regulations.

1.42 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL USAGE

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A. The CONTRACTOR shall establish a hazardous material (HM) storage and distribution system when HM is to be used. The CONTRACTOR HM Identification Form will be provided to the CONTRACTOR at or prior to the Preconstruction meeting.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain CONTRACTOR HM Identification Form for HM on the jobsite for inspection/verification.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall establish a HM storage and issue location that complies with Federal, state and local environmental regulations. Materials issued shall be tracked for quantities used. Unused materials shall be inventoried and removed from the installation prior to closeout of the Contract or expiration date of the HM. Reports of material delivered, used and removed from the installation shall be submitted to the CONTRACTING OFFICER monthly and prior to Contract closeout.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with all Federal, state and local environmental standards, including OSHA HasCom and COE 385-1-1.

E. The CONTRACTOR shall accompany the COTR and the installation Environmental Manager (EM) on Project closeout inspection to ensure all used and unused HM has been removed from the installation. This requirement shall not be a punchlist item and must be accomplished prior to the GOVERNMENT accepting beneficial occupancy of the facility or construction item.

F. Any material suspected of being hazardous that is encountered during performance of a project shall immediately be brought to the attention of the CONTRACTING OFFICER, at which time a determination will be made as to whether hazardous material testing shall be performed. If the CONTRACTING OFFICER directs the CONTRACTOR to perform tests, and/or the material is found to be of a hazardous nature requiring additional protective measures, a modification may be required, subject to equitable adjustment under the terms of the Contract.

1.43 ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY

A. The GOVERNMENT’s policy is to acquire supplies and services that promote energy and water efficiency, advance the use of renewable energy products, and help foster markets for emerging technologies.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall include the provisions of energy-using products for construction, renovation, or maintenance of a public building by acquiring energy-using products designated by the Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP).

1.44 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. For Contracts that Require OPSEC Training. Per AR 530-1, Operations Security, new contractor employees must complete Level I Opesec training within 30 calendar days of their reporting for duty. All contractor employees must complete annual OPSEC awareness training.

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B. The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that all parts of the facility where work is being performed are adequately protected against vandalism and theft.

1.45 POLLUTION ABATEMENT

A. All work shall be performed in a manner minimizing pollution of air, water and land as required.

B. Transporting materials to or from the site shall be accomplished in a manner preventing materials or particles from becoming airborne. Earth materials shall be wetted or otherwise protected. Gravel, sand and concrete shall be contained within vehicles to prevent spillage. Tarpaulins must be fastened over load before entering surrounding streets. Removal of any materials dropped or blown off vehicles shall be the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR.

C. Burning of any material is strictly prohibited.

D. Stream beds, lakes, drainage ways, sanitary and storm sewers, etc., shall not be polluted by fuels, oils, bitumen, acids or other harmful materials. Grading shall be accomplished to prevent surface drainage from the construction site containing harmful amounts of sediment from draining onto adjacent areas.

E. Flushing on concrete trucks is restricted to the location specifically designed for this purpose by the COTR.

F. Excess mortar, plaster or drywall materials shall not be disposed of on GOVERNMENT property. Water utilized for plastering or drywall equipment shall be disposed of in accordance with the instructions of the COTR, and under no circumstances shall water be disposed of in areas which are planted or scheduled to be planted.

1.46 WORK BY GOVERNMENT

A. The GOVERNMENT reserves the right to undertake performance by GOVERNMENT forces, for the same type or similar work as contracted herein, as the GOVERNMENT deems necessary or desirable, and to do so will not breach or otherwise violate this Contract.

1.47 REGULATIONS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable Federal, state, local, DOD, National Guard Bureau, Army and Wilmington International Airport regulations pertaining to safety, traffic control and fire prevention.

B. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by Government representative). The Contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office.