REPLACE_ELLINGTON_FIRE_STATION_PDF_BINDER_05-05-09.pdf

SPECIFICATIONS MANUAL

FOR

REPLACE ELLINGTON FIRE STATION

AT

ELLINGTON ANG, HOUSTON, TEXAS

CLIENT PROJECT NO. FWJH059032

FINAL SUBMITTAL

VOLUME 1 OF 2

Prepared by:

CH2M HILL

3001 PGA Blvd., Suite 300

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

May 8, 2009

CH Project No. 339673

339673 REPLACE ELLINGTON FIRE STATION 05/08/09

ELLINGTON FIELD HOUSTON, TX

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SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

CIVIL

ARCHITECTURAL

STRUCTURAL

ELECTRICAL

FIRE PROTECTION

COMMUNICATION

MECHANICAL

ELLINGTON ANG, HOUSTON, TX

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Construction Products and Activities

DIVISION 01 – REQUIREMENTS

010010 – Ellington Field/Air National Guard Base (ANGB) General Requirements

1.1 Jurisdictions

1.2 Safety

1.3 Fire Prevention Standards

1.4 Standard Workday/Week

1.5 Construction Permit

1.6 Hot Work Permit

1.7 Confined Space Permit

1.8 24-Hour Point of Contact

1.9 Utilities and Services

1.10 Utility Service Interruptions

1.11 Dust Control

1.12 Patching and Repairing

1.13 Disposition of Removed Government Property

1.14 Protection of Building Contents

1.15 Accomplishment of Work

1.16 Recycling

1.17 Communications Coordination Requirements

1.18 Site Access and Security

1.19 Precedence of Air Operations

1.20 Ellington Air National Guard Base Security Policy Requirements

010010 General Requirements 010190 Contract Considerations 010320 Bid Options 010400 Project Management and Coordination 010500 Field Engineering 010600 Safety Policies and Procedures 010920 Abbreviations 011000 Summary 011050 Hazardous Material Procedures Attachment X – Contractor Hazardous Material Identification Form Attachment Y – Contractor Hazardous Material Identification Form – Close-Out Procedures 013000 Submittals 013100 Progress Schedules 013233 Photographic Documentation 014000 Quality Control

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014100 Testing Services 014200 Environmental Protection 014300 Operation and Maintenance Data Maintenance Summary Form 015000 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls 015100 Temporary Utilities 015200 Construction Waste Management and Cleanup 015900 Field Offices and Sheds 016000 Material and Equipment Substitutions Request Form 016400 Manufacturers’ Services Manufacturer’s Certificate of Proper Installation 016500 Starting of Systems 017000 Contract Closeout 017100 Cleaning 017310 Cutting and Patching 017400 Warranties 017419 Construction Waste Management and Disposal 017700 Closeout Procedures 017839 Project Record Documents 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements 019113 General Commissioning Requirements

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024116 – Structure Demolition

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

033000 – Cast-In-Place Concrete 033053 – Miscellaneous Cast-In-Place Concrete

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

042000 – Unit Masonry

DIVISION 05 – METALS

051200 – Structural Steel Framing 052100 – Steel Joist Framing 053100 – Steel Decking 055000 – Metal Fabrications

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DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

061000 – Rough Carpentry 061600 – Sheathing 064023 – Interior Architectural Woodwork

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

071326 – Self-Adhering Sheet Waterproofing 072100 – Thermal Insulation 074113 – Metal Roof Panels 075419 – Polyvinyl-Chloride (PVC) Roofing 076200 – Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim 078413 – Penetration Firestopping 078446 – Fire-Resistive Joint Systems 079200 – Joint Sealants

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

081113 – Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 081416 – Flush Wood Doors 083613 – Sectional Doors 084113 – Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts 085113 – Aluminum Windows 087100 – Door Hardware 088000 – Glazing 088300 – Mirrors 089000 – Louvers and Vents

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

092216 – Non-Structural Metal Framing 093000 – Tiling 095123 – Acoustical Tile Ceilings 096519 – Resilient Tile Flooring 096566 – Resilient Athletic Flooring 096613 – Portland Cement Terrazzo Flooring 096723 – Resinous Flooring 096816 – Sheet Carpeting 099123 – Interior Painting

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DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

101100 – Visual Display Surfaces 101200 – Display Cases 101400 – Signage 102113 – Toilet Compartments 102600 – Wall and Door Protection 102800 – Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 104413 – Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 105113 – Metal Lockers 105613 – Metal Storage Shelving

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

113100 – Residential Appliances 114000 – Food Service Equipment 115213 – Projection Screens

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

122113 – Horizontal Louver Blinds 123640 – Stone Countertops 124813 – Entrance Floor Grates and Frames 129300 – Site Furnishings

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

133419 – Metal Building Systems

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

210500 – Common Work Results for Fire Suppression 211313 – Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

220500 – Common Work Results for Plumbing 220523 – General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 220529 – Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 220553 – Identification for Plumbing Piping Equipment 220700 – Plumbing Insulation 220800 – Commissioning of Plumbing 221113 – Facility Water Distribution Piping 221116 – Domestic Water Piping

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221119 – Domestic Water Piping Specialties 221313 – Facility Sanitary Sewers 221316 – Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping 221319 – Sanitary Waste Piping Specialties 221323 – Sanitary Oil/Water Waste Separators 221413 – Facility Storm Drainage Piping 221423 – Storm Drainage Piping Specialties 221513 – General-Service Compressed-Air Piping 221519 – General-Service Package Air Compressors and Receivers 223400 – Fuel-Fired Domestic Water Heaters 224000 – Plumbing Fixtures 224500 – Emergency Plumbing Fixtures 224700 – Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

230500 – Common Work Results for HVAC 230529 – Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment 230553 – Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment 230593 – Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 230700 – HVAC Insulation 230800 – Commissioning of HVAC 230900 – Instrumentation and Control for HVAC 231123 – Facility Natural-Gas Piping 233113 – Metal Ducts 233300 – Air Duct Accessories 233423 – HVAC Power Ventilators 233501 – Vehicle Exhaust Removal System 233600 – Air Terminal Units 233713 – Diffusers, Registers, and Grilles 233813 – Commercial-Kitchen Hoods 237200 – Air-To-Air Energy Recovery Equipment 237313 – Modular Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units 238126 – Split-System Air-Conditioners 238200 – Terminal Heating and Cooling Units 250800 – Commissioning of Building Automation Systems

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

260500 – Common Work Results for Electrical 260513 – Medium-Voltage Cables 260519 – Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 260523 – Control-Voltage Electrical Power Cables 260526 – Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

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260529 – Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems 260533 – Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 260543 – Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems 260548 – Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems 260553 – Identification for Electrical Systems 260800 – Commissioning of Electrical Systems 260923 – Lighting Control Devices 261200 – Medium-Voltage Transformers 262200 – Low-Voltage Transformers 262416 – Panelboards 262713 – Electricity Metering 262726 – Wiring Devices 262813 – Fuses 262816 – Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 262913 – Enclosed Controllers 263213 – Engine Generators 263600 – Transfer Switches 264113 – Lightning Protection for Structures 265100 – Interior Lighting 265600 – Exterior Lighting

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

270500 – Common Work Results for Communications 271100 – Communications Equipment Room Fittings 271500 – Communications Horizontal Cabling 274133 – Master Antenna Television System 275116 – Individual Building Mass Notification Systems (MNS) 275123 – Intercommunications and Program Systems 275200 – Antenna Tower Option Number 9

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

280500 – Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 281300 – Access Control 283112 – Zoned Fire-Alarm System

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

311000 – Site Clearing 312000 – Earth Moving

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DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321216 – Asphalt Paving 321313 – Concrete Paving 321373 – Concrete Paving Joint Sealants 323113 – Chain Link Fences and Gates 329200 – Hydroseeding

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

330500 – Common Work Results for Utilities 334100 – Storm Utility Drainage Piping

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SECTION 010010 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 JURISDICTIONS

A. The Project Work Site, Ellington Field JRB (EFJRB), is a U.S. military installation and as such, all aspects of the Work on the site shall be subject to the following requirements.

B. The Contractor shall coordinate all activities for compliance with these requirements through Contracting Officer. Contractor shall notify Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at least 48 hours before authorization, coordination, or notification is required from the appropriate organization at EFJRB unless otherwise noted.

1.2 SAFETY

A. Base and Safety Regulations:

1. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Corps of Engineers Manual, EM 385-1-1, entitled “General Safety Requirements,” and Air Force regulations and directives pertaining to security, safety, fire, traffic, and personnel clearances insofar as they pertain to the Contractor’s activities on Ellington Field JRB.

2. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing, placing, and removing all barricades and safety devices during his construction activities.

3. In addition, the Contractor shall:

a. Caution vehicle operators to avoid intrusion on the runway or flight line.

b. Obtain flight line authorization from the Airfield Manager, through

COR, before operating a vehicle on the flight line.

c. Yield to all emergency vehicles including security police, fire department, ambulance, and ambulance buses when their red lights and/or sirens are operating.

d. Stop on the roadway at the ends of the runway when the red lights are flashing or illuminated. Remain stopped until the red light goes out.

e. Coordinate movement of heavy/oversized equipment such as cranes, extended flat bed trailers and large earth moving vehicles with the Base Security Police through COR.

f. Provide personnel to direct traffic when Contractor-operated vehicles block one or both lanes of a two-lane road.

4. If a mishap involves injury or death to Contractor personnel and / or damage to Air Force property as a result of Contractor’s operations, the

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Contractor shall notify COR and Contracting Officer as soon as possible.

COR will contact the EFJRB Wing Safety Office during weekdays, or the EFJRB Command Post at any other time.

a. In case of life-threatening emergency, dial 911 (on a base phone) to reach the Security Police, Fire Department, or ambulance. On a non base phone dial 281-929-2337 for Fire Department/ Ambulance and 281-929-2041 for Security Police.

b. Emergency treatment for serious or life-threatening injuries is available at the EFJRB via ambulance to the extent necessary to stabilize the patient and prevent undue suffering and transportation to the nearest hospital.

5. The Contractor shall ensure compliance with Contract, OSHA, and AFOSH provisions.

B. Site Security:

1. The Project Work Site and Contractor lay-down area shall be enclosed at the locations shown on sheet C-100 by a 6-foot chain link fence and gates.

Upon completion and acceptance of the Work, the construction fence shall be removed.

2. Contractor shall provide a temporary safety fence with gates and warning signs at the construction site prior to the start of work to protect members of the public from construction activities. The safety fence will enclose those areas not within the construction fence.

a. The construction fence may be used in lieu of a safety fence.

b. The safety fence shall be a high-density polyethylene grid or approved equal, a minimum of 1.1 m (42 inches) high, and tightly secured to steel posts located on minimum 3-m (10-foot) centers, constructed at the approved location.

c. Fencing shall be standard galvanized chain link.

d. The Contractor shall maintain the safety fence during the life of the

Contract; upon completion and acceptance of the Work, it shall remain the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the work site.

3. Provide and maintain additional temporary security fences as necessary to protect the Work and Contractor-furnished products not yet installed.

C. Barricades and Lights:

1. Provide as necessary to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas and affected roads, streets, and alleyways, inside and outside of fenced area, and as required to ensure public safety and the safety of Contractor’s employees, other employer’s employees, and others who may be affected by the Work.

a. Provide to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from potential damage.

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b. Locate to enable access by EFJRB personnel.

2. Protect streets, roads, highways, and other public thoroughfares that are closed to traffic by effective barricades with acceptable warning signs.

3. Locate barricades at the nearest intersecting public thoroughfare on each side of the blocked section.

D. Safety Briefings:

1. Primary contractors will brief subcontractors on safety and fire prevention regulations, emphasizing the requirement to obtain a welding permit, when welding, cutting and brazing operations are required, and obtain authorization from EFJRB Fire Chief, through COR, when open burning is intended.

2. Maintain individual documentation that all general and subcontractors have been briefed monthly or as required by the contract or OSHA standards.

Provide all documentation to include attendance and issues discussed to the COR for record keeping.

1.3 FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS

A. The following is information pertaining to fire prevention standards at EFJRB.

These standards apply to all new construction and reconstruction, demolition, rehabilitation, alteration and modification.

B. Serious fires can occur due to accumulation of combustible materials or debris and the presence of ignition sources. Basic safeguards against construction fire hazards must be provided for during project planning. These standards outline measures that, with some pre-planning, will prevent fires or, at least minimize damage if a fire does occur.

C. Responsibilities: A fire department representative will attend pre-performance conferences to brief the Contractor on pertinent fire regulations and to provide guidance for fire-safe operations during Contract performance. Fire Prevention guidance appropriate for each type contract will be furnished at pre-construction meeting to the Contractor for briefing his personnel.

1. The Contractor will furnish, via COR, the Base Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Section with the name(s) of responsible individuals, who, in case of a fire after normal work hours, can be notified of an incident.

2. The Contractor shall be responsible for assuring proper availability, operation and location of fire protection equipment, general supervision of safeguards and location of salamanders or portable heating equipment, and establishment and maintenance of safe cutting and welding operations.

3. To report a fire, dial 911 on a base phone or 281-929-2337 on a cellular or non-base phone. This number shall be posted in all areas where work is being performed.

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D. Water Supply: The Contractor will ensure an adequate water supply for fire protection is available whenever combustible materials accumulate.

1. Connection to a main or fire hydrant by a contractor will first be coordinated through COR with a fire department representative to ensure availability of water supply for fire protection is not jeopardized.

2. Any connection to the public potable water supply must comply with Standard Plumbing Code using an approved cross-connection device and be coordinated through COR.

E. Access for Firefighters: Access for use of firefighting vehicles will be provided to the immediate Work Site at the start of construction and maintained until all construction is complete.

1. Vehicle parking control measures will be established that will allow firefighters access to the construction site.

2. Free access from the street to fire hydrants and to outside connections for standpipes, sprinklers, or other fire extinguishing equipment, whether permanent or temporary, shall be provided and maintained at all times.

3. No material or construction will be placed within ten (10) feet of hydrants or connections, or between hydrants and the centerline of the street. Fire hydrants in excavations will be rigidly braced and protected from freezing.

4. Scaffolding, materials, or equipment will not block fire escape routes during performance of projects in occupied buildings.

F. Storage of Munitions: In accordance with AFM 91-201, Explosives Safety Manual, approval for storage of more than 1,000 nail gun cartridges must be requested from Wing Safety through COR.

G. Deactivation of Existing Alarm Systems: The Contractor will notify the Fire Prevention representative, through COR, whenever an existing fire detection, alarm, or extinguishing system must be disconnected, relocated, or extended. Fire Protection system components will be handled carefully to assure reliability when the system is restored to service.

H. Other Requirements:

1. Any fire hazard or condition that is not specifically covered by these specifications that is recognized by anyone will be immediately brought to the attention of supervisors or anyone having authority to stop the operation.

2. For any further fire prevention guidance or specifics, contact COR.

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1.4 STANDARD WORKDAY/WEEK

A. General: Work shall normally be accomplished Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. local time, excluding Federal legal holidays and non-work days resulting from holidays occurring on weekends.

B. Other Work Periods: When the Contractor desires to work at other than the aforementioned times, he shall submit a written request to COR for approval, and written approval thereof shall be received prior to proceeding with work.

1. The request shall be submitted at least three (3) workdays prior to the proposed performance of work. The request shall indicate the day / days, time/amount of work, and reason why permission should be granted to perform work during nonstandard hours.

2. Approval for work to be performed during non-standard time will be given only in cases of extreme necessity.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION PERMIT

A. General: The Contractor shall obtain, through COR, an AF Form 103—Base Civil Engineer Work Clearance Request (hereafter referred to as a “digging permit”), from the Facility Manager (FacM). The purpose of the permit is to locate, prior to excavation, all known underground utilities.

B. Procedures: The Contractor shall initiate the request for a digging permit a minimum of five (10) working days prior to performing any excavation or ground penetration.

1. The Contractor shall clearly mark the location of the excavation or ground penetration with white, water-soluble, spray paint, or white utility marking flags.

a. The Contractor shall insure the markings are maintained until all responsible agencies or offices for each utility clear the area.

b. The Contractor shall also show the identified area on a site plan. The site plan shall clearly delineate the proposed work area, nearest building, the nearest cross street to the location of digging.

c. The Contractor shall provide this site plan to the Facility Manager when requesting the digging permit.

2. Contingency Measures: In the event that a representative for the designated utility does not respond to the locating request, the Contractor shall immediately notify COR.

C. After identified utilities have been cleared through each affected agency or office and the FM, the Contractor will receive a copy of the digging permit. The Contractor must have the digging permit on the Work Site during the excavation process.

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D. The Contractor shall exercise every precaution during excavation to prevent damage to the existing utilities. The Contractor shall immediately notify FM if any utilities are damaged during the location or excavation process.

1.6 HOT WORK PERMIT

A. General: The Contractor shall obtain from the EFJRB, Base Civil Engineer (BCE), through COR, a permit for any welding or flame cutting operations prior to initiating such operations.

1. Permits are available from the FacM.

2. A minimum of two fire extinguishers shall be at the site of all open welding or flame cutting operations.

B. The Contractor shall initiate the request to the BCE a minimum of five (5) working days prior to performing any hot work.

1.7 CONFINED SPACE PERMIT

A. General: The Contractor shall obtain from BCE, through COR, a Confined Space Permit prior to entry into any existing Base confined space.

1. A confined space shall be as defined in OSHA.

2. The Contractor shall initiate the request to the COR a minimum of five (5) working days prior to entry into any existing Base confined space.

1.8 24-HOUR POINT OF CONTACT

A. General: Contractor shall provide COR with a 24-hour number or numbers where his authorized representative can be contacted at anytime day or night; he shall also provide call forwarding capability for leaving a message.

This information will be requested in writing as the “Superintendent Notification Letter” to the Contracting Officer not later than ten (10) days after the Notice to Proceed is issued and should be provided and briefed at the pre-construction conference.

1.9 UTILITIES AND SERVICES

A. General: Contractor shall be permitted the use of utility services (water, electric, and sewer) from the government’s existing system outlets.

1. Temporary utility connections shall be at the Contractor’s expense and installation shall be subject to the approval of COR.

2. Contractor shall provide telephone and other services required for the work and coordinate this effort with Base Communications.

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3. If portable sanitary facilities are utilized, said facilities are subject to the approval of COR, in regards to the location, cleanliness, and maintenance of such facilities.

4. All temporary sewer/ sanitation facilities shall be self-contained units with both urinals and stool capabilities. The units shall be sufficiently ventilated to control odors and fumes and should be emptied and cleaned at least every week or more often if required by COR. The doors should be self-closing.

5. The facilities will be located behind the construction fence and / or out of the public view.

1.10 UTILITY SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS

A. General: Contractor shall submit written notification to the BCE not less than five (5) work days in advance for each planned interruption of a utility service.

1. No single interruption shall exceed eight (8) hours in duration.

2. Utility service interruptions shall not be permitted unless approved by COR.

3. Service interruptions shall be accomplished at other than normal work hours if feasible.

1.11 DUST CONTROL

A. General: Contractor shall maintain all excavations, embankments, stockpiles, access roads, and all other work areas free from excess dust to such reasonable degree as to avoid causing a hazard or nuisance to base personnel or surrounding facilities.

1. Approved temporary methods consisting of sprinkling, chemical treatment, light bituminous treatment or similar methods will be permitted to control dust.

2. Dust control shall be performed as the work proceeds and whenever a dust nuisance or hazard occurs.

1.12 PATCHING AND REPAIRING

A. General: After the work has been completed, any Contractor-caused damages to Base structures, facilities, streets, curbs, walks, lawns, etc., shall be properly patched, repaired, or replaced to the complete satisfaction of COR.

B. Damaged Surfaces: Any holes, cuts, breakage’s, and damages made in finished surfaces of the area in which work has been accomplished, shall be properly repaired and the disfigured areas then painted over, or otherwise repaired and resurfaced in kind, to match the existing finishes to the complete satisfaction of

COR.

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1.13 DISPOSITION OF REMOVED GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

A. General: All materials and equipment to be removed by Contractor and not reinstalled under this Contract, including debris generated by this project, shall be removed at regular intervals from the site and disposed of off-base by the Contractor. A manifest indicating all materials removed from the base shall be accomplished to include its landfill location or its final resting place. These manifests and an electronic copy shall be turned into the CRO for recordkeeping until the project is complete.

B. Off-base disposal of materials shall be in conformance with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental regulations at the Contractor’s expense.

1.14 PROTECTION OF BUILDING CONTENTS

A. General: Contractor shall protect from damage all building contents located immediately adjacent to the site of work, and shall repair, replace, or otherwise be held liable for all such damage. Building contents include, but are not limited to, furniture, equipment, materials, or items of supplies.

1.15 ACCOMPLISHMENT OF WORK

A. General: Access for delivery of materials and equipment, as well as removal of demolished equipment shall be coordinated with COR.

1. Construction personnel entry and locations of construction delivery, debris removal, construction storage and trailers, construction parking and personnel entries will be provided at the preconstruction meeting or by COR, as is appropriate.

2. Base communications personnel shall be allowed to work periodically within the project area during the construction period installing operational communication lines.

B. Smoking: such activities will not be permitted within any Federal building. An outdoor designated smoking area will be provided with “Butt Cans.”

1.16 RECYCLING

A. General: In support of national environmental efforts, Contractor is encouraged to recycle general administrative refuse associated with this project. This refuse includes the following:

1. Cardboard.

2. One gallon Mark 1 and 2 plastic bottles.

3. Type 1 and 2 plastic soda bottles.

4. Aluminum and steel soda cans.

5. Mixed paper.

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1.17 COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATION REQUIREMENTS

A. General: Contractor shall, in order to effect the appropriate coordination and obtain clearance to operate two-way radio and radio frequency transmitting equipment on EFJRB, contact the Communications Flight Officer through COR.

1.18 SITE ACCESS AND SECURITY

A. General: EFJRB Security Police has jurisdiction over all activities on or relevant to EFJRB. Contractor, his Subcontractors, Suppliers, and any other persons and organizations performing or furnishing any of the Work shall provide full compliance with any and all lawful orders of EFJRB Security Staff.

1. All Contractor access to the Site shall be as directed by COR.

2. Access to the Site shall be restricted and require issuance of a security pass or badge subject to the requirements of EFJRB Security Police.

3. FAR Clause 52.222.54 Employment Edibility Verification will be enforced and required for this project. It can be found at http://efcr.gpoaccess.gov or http://farsite.hill.af.mil/

B. Policies: The following is information pertaining to law enforcement and security policies in effect at EFJRB. Questions or comments that concern Base Security Police must be directed through COR.

1. Speed Limits: Speeding is not tolerated on EFJRB. Speed should never exceed 30 mph. Radar detectors are illegal and speed limits are strongly enforced.

a. 10 mph in all parking lots;

b. 30 mph on Base roadways, unless otherwise posted.

2. Reserved/Prohibited Parking Areas: Reserved parking is marked by signs listing the person or category for whom the space is reserved or stating which type of decal is required to park in the space.

a. Prohibited parking is marked by sign or yellow paint on the curb.

b. Parking on the grass or seeded areas is strictly prohibited unless it is required for Contract completion.

3. Crosswalks: Motorists are required to yield to anyone in or about to enter a crosswalk.

4. Joggers/Cyclists: Motorists are cautioned to look out for high numbers of people engaged in exercise, especially during the middle of the day.

5. Traffic Citations: Violation of base traffic rules could affect Contractor or individual access to the base. All provisions of the Air Force Regulations are enforceable for all drivers on Base. Actions taken as result of traffic citations:

a. Notification to employer with required actions.

b. Loss of base driving privileges.

c. Fines.

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d. Barment from the base.

6. Weapons: No firearms, plastic explosives, fireworks, or any object which fires a projectile or explosive can be brought on base (except approved construction equipment). Offenses of this nature will be referred to the U.S.

Magistrates Court or the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms.

7. Gate Closures: Anytime a security system is activated or a hostile act is committed on base, security procedures call for access gates to be closed until the “all-clear” is given. Delays may occur when attempting to enter or depart the base during such an incident.

8. Controlled/Restricted Areas: Areas posted as Controlled or Restricted Areas (including the flight line, taxiways and ramps) are clearly marked with signs and constitute legal “No Trespassing” zones.

a. Entry into these areas is strictly prohibited unless specific written authority is granted.

b. Persons inadvertently entering a Controlled / Restricted area will be apprehended by security personnel and treated as hostiles until proper identity can be confirmed.

c. Construction personnel shall cooperate with security personnel in these types of situations since security personnel will continue to elevate force with resistance received.

9. Required Coordination: If required to block off a street or portion of a street, before doing so, and with as much advance notice as possible, Contractor shall coordinate with Base Security Police Operations Branch between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, through COR.

10. Base Entry: Display Air Force Form 75 (Vehicle Pass), issued from the Pass and Registration Office, in the front windshield on the lower left side for easy viewing by security personnel.

a. Passes are not interchangeable and must be accounted for at all times and turned in upon Contract completion.

b. Current vehicle registration, valid driver's license and vehicle insurance are mandatory when on EFJRB.

c. Carpooling is strongly encouraged

d. All contractor vehicles will be searched each time they enter the facility.

C. Theft Prevention: Contractor shall ensure all pilfer able items are secured when not in use. The government is not liable for missing items.

1.19 PRECEDENCE OF AIR OPERATIONS

A. General: It is the explicit intention of the Contract that the safety of aircraft, as well as the Contractor’s equipment and personnel, is the most important consideration.

1. It is understood and agreed that the Contractor shall provide for the free and unobstructed movement of aircraft in the air operations areas of the airfield

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with respect to his / her own operations and the operations of all his / her subcontractors as specified in this section.

2. It is further understood and agreed that the Contractor shall provide for the uninterrupted operation of visual and electronic signals (including power supplies thereto) used in the guidance of aircraft while operating to, from, and upon the airfield.

3. With respect to his / her own operations and the operations of all his / her subcontractors, Contractor shall provide marking, lighting, and other acceptable means of identifying: personnel; equipment; vehicles; storage areas; and any work area or condition that may be hazardous to the operation of aircraft, fire-rescue equipment, or maintenance vehicles at the airport.

4. Contractor shall control his / her operations and the operations of his / her subcontractors and all suppliers so as to provide for the free and unobstructed movement of aircraft at Ellington Field JRB.

B. Work Near Flight Line: When Work requires the Contractor to conduct his / her operations within one hundred (100) feet of the edge of any active taxiway pavement, the work shall be coordinated with Ellington Field JRB, through COR, at least two (2) weeks prior to commencement of such work.

1. Contractor shall not commence operations within one hundred (100) feet of an active taxiway until so authorized by COR.

2. When Contract work requires Contractor to work within one hundred

(100) feet of the edge of an active taxiway pavement on an intermittent basis (intermittent opening and closing of the taxiway), Contractor shall maintain constant communications with COR or designated Base groups, as hereinafter specified; immediately obey all instructions to vacate the area;

immediately obey all instructions to resume work in such area.

3. Failure to maintain the specified communications or to obey instructions shall be cause for suspension of the Contractor’s operations in the area until the satisfactory conditions are provided.

C. Maintenance of Aerial and Vehicular Traffic Ways: Contractor shall make his / her own estimate of all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary for providing the maintenance of aircraft and vehicular traffic as specified in this subsection.

1.20 ELLINGTON FIELD JRB SECURITY POLICY REQUIREMENTS

Policy Letter: Contractor/Visitor Access Procedures (The policy letter will be provided at the Pre-Construction Meeting.)

CONSTRUCTION OR MAINTENANCE CONTRACTORS:

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General Contractor is required to email or fax a listing of individuals who are authorized to access Ellington Field to the COR. A form will be provided by the COR and will need to be filled out for each individual.

The list of authorized personnel must include the following information:

• General Contractor Name/Address/Phone Number

• Subcontractor Name (if applicable)

• Subcontractor Address

• Subcontractor Office Phone Number

• Individual’s Name

• Individual’s State or Federal Identification Number (this must be a photo I.D.)

• Individual’s Date of Birth

• Individual’s Social Security Number (if available)

• Individual’s Supervisor Name

• Individual’s Supervisor Mobile Phone Number

• Projected Expiration Date of Contract Work

The COR will deliver the information to Security Police. A printout of the database will be kept at the front gate. Persons whose names do not appear on the database will not be allowed access on to the installation.

Upon arriving at the base, individuals must be escorted by their supervisor to the front office of Security Forces in Building 1193 to be photographed and issued a Contractor’s Security Badge.

To obtain the badge, individuals must present current and valid Federal or State photograph identification cards.

The Ellington Field Contractor’s Security Badge will contain all of the above listed information and must be displayed on the individual’s person at all times while on base.

Persons not properly displaying photo identification badges will be escorted off of the installation.

Misuse or alteration of the Security Badge will result in permanent disbarment from the base.

DELIVERIES AND SINGLE-DAY WORKERS

General Contractor or Squadron Representatives must advise the Front Gate in writing when deliveries are expected or when individual workers or visitors will need access to the site for a single day.

The Front Gate will take down the following information and issue temporary numbered badges:

• Individual’s Name

• Company Name

• Company Phone Number

• License Plate Number

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The temporary badge must be returned to the Front Gate upon departure from the base each day.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 010190 – CONTRACT CONSIDERATIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes:

1. Schedule of values.

2. Change procedures.

B. Related Section includes: Section 016000 – Materials and Equipment: Product substi-tutions and options.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit a printed schedule on AIA Form G703 - Application and Certificate for Pay-ment Continuation Sheet or electronic media (printout and disk), if approved by the Contracting Officer.

B. Submit Schedule of Values in triplicate within 10 days after date established in Notice to Proceed.

C. Format: Utilize the identical breakdown of construction activities as will be used for the construction progress schedule (See Section 013200). Identify each line item with a number corresponding with the major specification Section and a sub-number for each work item.

D. Include in each line item, a direct proportional amount of Contractor's overhead and profit.

E. Revise schedule of values to list approved Change Orders, with each Application for Payment.

1.4 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Submit one (1) copy of each application on forms that will be provided by the Contract-ing Officer during the Pre-Construction meeting.

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B. Content and Format: Utilize Schedule of Values for listing items in Application for Payment.

C. Invoices of Material on Hand: Submit copy of invoices and delivery tickets for stored materials included in the application for payment for the first time. Submit with appli-cation for payment copies of "paid" receipts for materials on hand that were presented for payment on previous application for payment.

1.5 CHANGE PROCEDURES

A. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will advise of minor changes in the Work not involving an adjustment to Contract Sum or Contract Time field changes.

B. The Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for change to the Con-tracting Officer, describing the proposed change and its full effect on the Work. Include a statement describing the reason for the change, and the effect on the Contract Sum and Contract Time with full documentation and a statement describing the effect on Work by separate or other contractors. Document any requested substitutions in accordance with Section 016000. Document proposed additional cost or credit for changes on AF Form 3052 – Construction Cost Estimate Breakdown, as described below.

C. Construction Change Directive: Contracting Officer is the sole authority to implement a change in directives. The Contractor shall submit a change or request to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The COR shall review and submit the Change Order for approval by the Contracting Officer. Document will describe changes in the Work, and designate method of determining any change in Contract Sum or Contract Time.

Promptly provide cost and time estimates and execute the change.

D. Change Order Forms: Summarize Change Order Proposal on AF Form 3052, Construc-tion Cost Estimate Breakdown, or other forms as approved by the Contracting Officer.

Provide breakdown of cost on change order in compliance with Competitive Bidding Act of 1974. Where possible, utilize R.S. Means Facility Construction Cost Data (2002 Bare Cost, adjusted for the Houston, Texas Area). Include R.S. Means line item refer-ence numbers, quantities and cost amounts as backup to AF Form 3052. For items not covered by R.S. Means, include copies of subcontractor and supplier quotes.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 010320 – BID OPTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements governing Options, as well as descriptions of the individual Options.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Options: These items define work that is to be priced separately from the Base Bid.

Each Option stands on its own and is not contingent on any other Option. The Government will accept or reject any Option on an individual basis.

1.4 PROCEDURES FOR OPTIONS

A. Coordination: Modify or adjust affected adjacent Work as necessary to completely and fully integrate that Work into the Project.

1. Include as part of each Option, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete and proper installation, whether or not mentioned as part of the Option.

B. Execution: Accepted Options will be implemented under the same conditions as other Work of this Contract.

C. Scope of Related Work: A “Schedule of Options” is included at the end of this Section.

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3.1 SCHEDULE OF OPTIONS

A. The designated Options for this Project are as follows:

NUMBER OPTION

1. Add removal of old concrete slab at SE corner of building and provide hydroseeding.

2. Provide solar lighting in lieu of base site lighting.

3. Add 4' high CMU Wainscot around the exterior sides of apparatus bays to match Admin. Building.

4. Add demolition of the existing 12,086 sq.ft. one-story building fire station and its foundation. For more information on the building components, refer to attached sheets A1 & A-2 of Project No. 84120 located at the back of the set of drawings.

(If the option is accepted, the existing fire station is to remain government-occupied until beneficial occupancy of the new fire station plus 4 weeks for the government occupants to move, then the old fire station can be demolished.)

All utility lines are to be capped at the property line.

Access road, POV parking, and access apron between bays and the aircraft ramp to remain undisturbed.

Once building and foundation are removed, backfill with clean suitable material and provide hydro mulch.

Based on the Asbestos Survey at Ellington Field ANG Base, Houston, Texas, from July 6-16, 1999 conducted by the Air National Guard Readiness Center Civil Engineering Technical Services Center’s Asbestos Management Team, the Existing Building 694 is Asbestos Free.

5. Add resinous epoxy flooring at all apparatus bays and Infectious Control Room.

6. Delete last apparatus bay on the north side. Provide a pre-engineered metal building that can be later expanded to include a sixth bay so that when completed no interior columns are permitted. Site paving and building foundation shall be constructed per the contract documents. Provide for future expansion of utilities into the bay.

7. Add all day in lockers and bench in Admin. Building.

8. Add protective clothing lockers in Admin. Building.

9. Provide a galvanized steel “Antennae tower” and associated concrete foundation at location indicated in Drawing C-101 and in accordance with specification Section 275200, Antenna Tower Option Number 9.

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SECTION 010400 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Coordination.

2. Coordination Drawings.

3. Preconstruction meeting.

4. Project meetings.

5. Pre-installation meetings.

6. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

7. Requests for Interpretation (RFIs).

8. Examination.

9. Preparation.

B. Each contractor shall participate in coordination requirements. Certain areas of responsibility will be assigned to a specific contractor.

C. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 01, Section 013000, Submittals.

2. Division 01, Section 013100, Progress Schedules.

3. Division 01, Section 017700, Closeout Procedures, for coordinating closeout of the Contract.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. RFI: Request from Contractor seeking interpretation or clarification of the Contract Documents.

B. Base: Collective term used to represent personnel from Ellington Field/ANGB.

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1.4 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of the various sections of the Project Manual to assure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent con-struction elements, (with provisions for accommodating items installed later).

B. Verify utility requirements and characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent re-sponsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

C. Coordinate space requirements and installation of mechanical and electrical work which are indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as closely as practicable; place runs parallel with line of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

D. In finished areas (except as otherwise indicated), conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring within the construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish ele-ments.

E. Coordinate completion and clean up of Work of separate sections in preparation for Substantial Completion.

F. After Owner occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defec-tive Work and Work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disrup-tion of Owner's activities.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare Coordination Drawings if limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components or if coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities.

1. Content: Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Coordination Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Indicate functional and spatial relationships of components of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems.

b. Indicate required installation sequences.

c. Indicate dimensions shown on the Contract Drawings and make specific note of dimensions that appear to be in conflict with submitted equipment and minimum clearance requirements. Provide alternate sketches to COR for resolution of such conflicts. Minor dimension changes and difficult installations will not be considered changes to the Contract.

2. Sheet Size: At least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 30 by 40 inches.

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3. Number of Copies: Submit 2 opaque copies of each submittal. Architect will return 1 copy.

a. Submit 5 copies where Coordination Drawings are required for operation and maintenance manuals. COR will retain 2 copies; remainder will be returned.

4. Refer to individual Sections for Coordination Drawing requirements for Work in those Sections.

B. Key Personnel Names: Within 15 days of starting construction operations, submit a list of key personnel assignments, including superintendent and other personnel in attendance at Project site to COR and BCE. Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities; list addresses and telephone numbers, including home and office telephone numbers. Provide names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals assigned as standbys in the absence of individuals assigned to Project.

1. Post copies of list in Project meeting room, in temporary field office, and by each temporary telephone. Keep list current at all times.

C. Statement of Qualification (SOQ) for land surveyor or Civil engineer.

1.6 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Contracting Officer will schedule a meeting after Notice of Award.

B. Agenda:

1. Distribution of Contract Documents.

2. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and proposed construction schedule.

3. Designation of personnel representing the parties in Contract.

4. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applica-tions for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout pro-cedures.

5. Scheduling.

1.7 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. The Contractor will schedule regular progress meetings at site, conducted bi-weekly to review Work progress, progress schedule, Shop Drawing and Sample submissions schedule, Application for Payment, contract modifications, and other matters needing discussion and resolution.

1. Make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, and preside at meetings.

2. Provide written…