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Solicitation No. W912P5-19-T-0039

US Army Corps Of Engineers Nashville District

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Rehabilitation

Watts Bar Lock Tennessee River Watershed Decatur, Tennessee

Technical Specifications RTA- Certified Final

July 2019

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Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Watts Bar Lock W912P519T0039 Decatur, Tennessee

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

DI VI SI ON 01 - GENERAL REQUI REMENTS

01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 22 00 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

01 32 01 PROJECT SCHEDULE

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 35 50 PROJECT SITE SECURITY AND AT/OPSEC PROCEDURES

01 57 19 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS

01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

01 95 00 FORMS AND ATTACHMENTS

DI VI SI ON 02 - EXI STI NG CONDI TI ONS

02 41 00 DEMOLITION AND DECONSTRUCTION

DI VI SI ON 23 - HEATI NG, VENTI LATI NG, AND AI R CONDI TI ONI NG ( HVAC)

23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS

DI VI SI ON 26 - ELECTRI CAL

26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

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DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES

1.3 WARRANTY

1.4 WORKING HOURS

1.5 OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES

1.6 PERMITS AND LICENSES

1.7 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.8 NON-COMPLIANCE OF SAFETY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

1.9 PROTECTION OF EXISTING WORK AND DAMAGE REPORTS

1.10 CONTRACTOR'S STAGING AREA

1.11 SAFE CLEARANCE PROCEDURES

1.12 DAILY CLEANUP AND DISPOSAL

1.13 STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

1.14 WORK COORDINATION

1.15 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

1.16 VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS FOR U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

CONTRACTS

1.17 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

This section comprises an explanation of the general contract requirements needed to accomplish the work. This section is not intended to be all encompassing in the descriptions. All work specified herein shall be accomplished in accordance with the procedures prescribed in the specifications and contract drawings.

1.2 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this section to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

ER 385-1-31 (2009) The Control of Hazardous Energy

1.3 WARRANTY

The Contractor shall provide the Government a one year warranty from the date of final acceptance by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and comply with applicable warranty requirements of Section 01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS. The one year warranty period shall not be started until all work has been tested and accepted by the Government. The warranty shall cover defective materials, design and workmanship. In instances where the material or equipment manufacturer's advertised minimum warranty is in excess of one year, it shall remain in force for its full period. Upon receipt of notice from the Contracting Officer of failure of any of the material or equipment during the warranty period, the Contractor shall promptly furnish and install new replacement parts at no additional cost to the Government.

1.4 WORKING HOURS

Normal working hours shall be Monday through Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Work shall be scheduled around federally observed holidays. Any exceptions must be approved by the COR. Contractor's requests to change work hours shall be submitted at least 30 calendar days in advance of need.

1.5 OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES

Watts Bar Lock will be operating during performance of the work under this Contract.

Before work is started, the Contractor shall arrange with the Contracting Officer a sequence of procedure, means of access, space for storage of

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1.6 PERMITS AND LICENSES

The Contractor shall, at his/her own expense, obtain any licenses, permits or bonding required to perform the contract. The Contractor shall comply with current federal, state, and local laws and regulations and shall comply with any subsequent changes.

1.7 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable provisions of EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual and Section 01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

1.8 NON-COMPLIANCE OF SAFETY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

If the Contractor fails or refuses to promptly comply with the safety and security requirements, the COR may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to any such stoppage shall be made subject to claim for extension of time or for excess costs or damages to the Contractor. The Contractor will not be paid for work not performed as a result of the stop order. Work shall not resume until the Contractor provides evidence to the COR that he/she has complied or will comply with appropriate safety and security regulations.

1.9 PROTECTION OF EXISTING WORK AND DAMAGE REPORTS

In all instances when Government property and/or equipment is damaged by the Contractor's employees or any contract employees, the Contractor shall immediately suspend all work, and notify the COR. A full written report of the incident including the extent of damage shall be submitted to the COR for evaluation within two workdays of occurrence. The Contractor shall wait for a Notification to Proceed from the COR before resuming any work activities.

1.10 CONTRACTOR'S STAGING AREA

The Contractor will be assigned an area near the jobsite for use as a staging area. Prospective areas will be shown during the pre-bid site visit or upon request of the Contracting Officer. The building of structures, the erection of tents or other forms of protection will be permitted only at such places as the Government shall approve, and the sanitary conditions of the grounds in or about such structures shall at all times be maintained in a satisfactory manner. Temporary Contractor facilities provided during site operations shall be removed prior to final acceptance from the Government. As a minimum the area shall be left looking "broom clean" and at least as clean as before the structure placement.

1.11 SAFE CLEARANCE PROCEDURES

Project personnel use A Safe Clearance System, as stated in ER 385-1-31 and amended by the Nashville District to ensure continuity of service and safety to personnel and equipment. Any work performed which requires taking the Project's operating equipment out of service will be done only after a formal clearance is obtained by the Contracting Officer with 14

SECTION 01 00 00 Page 3 calendar days minimum notice. Contractor personnel shall not violate clearance. Any violation of Safe Clearance Procedures will be grounds for removal of the offender(s). An electronic copy of the Nashville District Safe Clearance Procedure will be supplied to the Contractor upon request.

1.12 DAILY CLEANUP AND DISPOSAL

Work areas shall be kept reasonably neat on a daily basis. Debris resulting from the work, such as empty paint cans, packing cases, scrap lumber, oil and grease spills, and other debris shall be collected, removed, and disposed of off-site to an approved facility at least once per week. Government trash cans, dump boxes and other containers shall not be used. Liquid waste shall not be disposed of in existing drains.

1.13 STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

Storage of equipment and materials will be permitted only in designated staging areas.

1.14 WORK COORDINATION

The Government will limit interference with the Contractor's work to the maximum reasonable extent and the Government and Contractor shall coordinate as necessary. There may be other contractors performing work in the operations building area during the performance of this contract.

Contractor must coordinate his or her work with these other contractors to avoid conflicts and to maintain equipment access and serviceability.

1.15 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

The Contractor shall comply with the contract requirements stated in Section 01 57 19 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS. Contractor shall maintain all work within and outside the project boundaries free from environmental pollution that would be in violation of any federal, state, local regulations or permits.

1.16 VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS FOR U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

CONTRACTS

In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Subpart

22.13 Equal Opportunity for Veterans, FAR Clause 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans, FAR Clause 52.222-37 Employment Report on Veterans, DFARS Subpart 222.13 Equal Opportunity for Veterans and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

a. U.S. Department of Labor Veterans employment: www.vets.gov/

b. Federal veteran employment information: www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx

c. Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS):

http://www.dol.gov/vets/

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d. Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/

e. U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index:

http://www.wct.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html

f. Hiring Our Heroes initiative:

www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes

g. Guide to Hiring Veterans:

https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/sites/default/files/docs/ white_house_business_council_-_guide_to_hiring_veterans_0.pdf

1.17 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

No separate payment will be made for the work covered under this section, except as otherwise provided. The costs thereof shall be included in the item to which the work pertains. Payment for the work required under this contract will made as listed in the bidding schedule and as described in Section 01 22 00 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 BASE CONTRACT PAYMENT ITEMS

1.1.1 Duct Systems

1.1.1.1 Payment

1.1.1.2 Unit of Measure

1.1.2 Panelboards

1.1.2.1 Payment

1.1.2.2 Unit of Measure

1.1.3 Fans

1.1.3.1 Payment

1.1.3.2 Unit of Measure

1.1.4 Cleaning and Testing

1.1.4.1 Payment

1.1.4.2 Unit of Measure

1.2 OPTIONAL CONTRACT PAYMENT ITEMS

1.2.1 Option 1: Refrigerant Piping Repair

1.2.1.1 Payment

1.2.1.2 Unit of Measure

1.2.2 Option 2: Ductwork Leakage Repair

1.2.2.1 Payment

1.2.2.2 Unit of Measure

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 BASE CONTRACT PAYMENT ITEMS

1.1.1 Duct Systems

1.1.1.1 Payment

Payment will be made for costs associated with Duct Systems as defined in 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS. This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor, materials, supplies, and incidentals to complete the work and required testing in accordance with the contract drawings and as specified. Payment will be made at the 1 Job price for "Duct Systems"

Current flexible ductwork providing supply air to the restrooms, showers, and toilets (EL 752.33 )is to be replaced with new rigid exhaust ductwork.

Exhaust ductwork is to be extended to the location indicated on the contract drawings (EL 738.0). New rigid exhaust ductwork is to be routed in the same path as the existing supply ductwork. Supply duct will be re-routed as indicated on contract drawings.

New fresh air ductwork will be installed. The fresh air ductwork will be routed from the modified louvers. Fresh air ductwork will be routed into the return air ductwork at a location most approprriate as determined by contractor. All ductwork sections to be sealed to a 2" WG standard.

1.1.1.2 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: Job.

1.1.2 Panelboards

1.1.2.1 Payment

Payment will be made for costs associated with Panelboards as defined in 26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL. This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor, materials, supplies, and incidentals to complete the work and required testing in accordance with the contract drawings and as specified. Payment will be made at the 1 Job price for "Panelboards".

Payment includes procurement and complete installation. New circuit breaker type lighting and appliance branch circuit panelboards are to be installed in the area where the exisiting panelboards are located.

Panelboards include all associated breakers.

1.1.2.2 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: Job.

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1.1.3 Fans

1.1.3.1 Payment

Payment will be made for costs associated with Fans as defined in 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS. This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor, materials, supplies, and incidentals to complete the work and required testing in accordance with the contract drawings and as specified. Payment will be made at the 1 Job price for "Fans"

This payment is for the procuremnt of all fans and associated electrical materials needed for the rehabilitation. New fresh air inline fans (qty 2) will be installed in the new fresh air intake ductwork at a location generally indicated on the contract drawing. The exact location must be approved by the contracting officer. The new exhaust ductwork will have an inline exhaust fan installed at an area generally shown on contract drawings (EL 738.0). The location of the fan is to be placed as close to the exhaust louver as allowable. The exact location must be approved by contracting officer. Electrical materials include all conduit, wiring, junction boxes, switches and hangers and other mounting hardware. Payment of this item is made upon completion of fan installations.

a. Inline Fresh Air Fans (QTY 2), Fantech Model:FG 6XL or approved equal.

b. Inline Exhaust Fans (QTY 1), Greenheck Model:SQ-90-VG or approved equal.

1.1.3.2 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: Job.

1.1.4 Cleaning and Testing

1.1.4.1 Payment

Payment will be made for costs associated with Cleaning and Testing as defined in 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS. This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor, materials, supplies, and incidentals to complete the work and required testing in accordance with the contract drawings and as specified. Payment will be made at the 1 Job price for "Cleaning and Testing".

All components of the exhaust and supply distribution systems are to be cleaned. The interior of the ductwork are to be cleaned as well as every diffuser, register, and grille. The cleaning includes the cleaning of both existing air handlers.

1.1.4.2 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: Job.

1.2 OPTIONAL CONTRACT PAYMENT ITEMS

The below items are contract options that can be executed in addition to the above base contract. The options to be executed shall be indicated when contract is awarded. The options can be executed in any order seen fit by the Government. No additional options will be executed after award.

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1.2.1 Option 1: Refrigerant Piping Repair

1.2.1.1 Payment

Payment will be made for costs associated with Refrigerant Piping Repair as defined in 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS. This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor, materials, supplies, and incidentals to complete the work and required testing in accordance with the contract drawings and as specified. Payment will be made at the 1 Job price for "Refrigerant Piping Repair". Includes the repair and replacement of all refrigerant piping that is tested and determined not acceptable by certified HVAC technicican. Item is priced per linear foot.

1.2.1.2 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: Each priced per linear foot.

1.2.2 Option 2: Ductwork Leakage Repair

1.2.2.1 Payment

Payment will be made for costs associated with Ductwork Leakage Repair as defined in 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS. This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor, materials, supplies, and incidentals to complete the work and required testing in accordance with the contract drawings and as specified. Payment will be made at the 1 Job price for "Ductwork Leakage Repair".

1.2.2.2 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: Each priced per square feet.

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PROJECT SCHEDULE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

3.2 PROJECT SCHEDULE DETAILED REQUIREMENTS

3.2.1 Level of Detail Required

3.2.2 Calendars

3.2.2.1 Federally Observed Holidays

3.2.3 Percent Complete

3.2.4 Remaining Duration

3.3 Preliminary Project Schedule Submission

3.3.1 Initial Project Schedule Submission

3.3.2 Periodic Schedule Updates

3.4 WEEKLY PROGRESS MEETINGS

3.5 REQUESTS FOR TIME EXTENSIONS

3.5.1 Justification of Delay

3.5.2 Time Extension

3.6 FAILURE TO ACHIEVE PROGRESS

3.6.1 Failure to Perform

3.6.2 Recovery Schedule

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Initial Project Schedule; G

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3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Prepare for approval a Project Schedule, as specified herein, pursuant to FAR Clause 52.236-15, SCHEDULE FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. Show in the schedule the proposed sequence to perform the work and dates contemplated for starting and completing all schedule activities. The scheduling of the entire project is required. The scheduling of construction is the responsibility of the Contractor.

3.2 PROJECT SCHEDULE DETAILED REQUIREMENTS

3.2.1 Level of Detail Required

Develop the Project Schedule to the appropriate level of detail to address major milestones and to allow for satisfactory project planning and execution. Failure to develop the Project Schedule to an appropriate level of detail will result in its disapproval.

3.2.2 Calendars

3.2.2.1 Federally Observed Holidays

Do not schedule work on Federally Observed Holidays

a. 2019 Federally Observed Holiday Schedule (remaining holidays)

Date Holiday Monday, September 2 Labor Day Monday, October 14 Columbus Day Monday, November 11 Veterans Day Thursday, November 28 Thanksgiving Day Wednesday, December 25 Christmas Day

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b. 2020 Federally Observed Holiday Schedule

Date Holiday Wednesday, January 1 New Year's Day Monday, January 20 Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Monday, February 17* Washington's Birthday Monday, May 25 Memorial Day Saturday, July 4** Independence Day Monday, September 7 Labor Day Monday, October 12 Columbus Day Wednesday, November 11 Veterans Day Thursday, November 26 Thanksgiving Day Friday, December 25 Christmas Day

*This holiday is designated as "Washington's Birthday" in section 6103(a) of title 5 of the United States Code, which is the law that specifies holidays for Federal employees. Though other institutions such as state and local governments and private businesses may use other names, it is our policy to always refer to holidays by the names designated in the law.

**July 4th, 2020 (the legal Federal holiday for Independance day), falls on a Saturday. Friday, July 3rd, will be treated as a Federal holiday.

3.2.3 Percent Complete

Update the percent complete for each activity started, based on the realistic assessment of earned value. Activities which are complete but for remaining minor punch list work and which do not restrain the initiation of successor activities may be declared 100 percent complete to allow for proper schedule management.

3.2.4 Remaining Duration

Update the remaining duration for each activity based on the number of estimated work days it will take to complete the activity. Remaining duration may not mathematically correlate with percentage found under paragraph entitled Percent Complete.

3.3 Preliminary Project Schedule Submission

Within 15 calendar days after contract award submit the Preliminary Project Schedule

Review comments made by the Government on the schedule(s) do not relieve the Contractor from compliance with requirements of the Contract Documents.

3.3.1 Initial Project Schedule Submission

Submit the Initial Project Schedule for approval within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed is issued. The schedule must demonstrate a reasonable and realistic sequence of activities which represent all work through the entire contract performance period.

3.3.2 Periodic Schedule Updates

Update the Project Schedule on a regular basis, monthly at a minimum.

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3.4 WEEKLY PROGRESS MEETINGS

Conduct a weekly meeting with the Government (or as otherwise mutually agreed to) for the purpose of jointly reviewing the actual progress of the project and to review planned activities for the upcoming two weeks. Use the current approved schedule update for the purposes of this meeting and for the production and review of reports. At the weekly progress meeting, address the status of RFIs, RFPs and Submittals.

3.5 REQUESTS FOR TIME EXTENSIONS

Provide a justification of delay to the Contracting Officer in accordance with the contract provisions and clauses for approval within 10 business days of a delay occurring.

3.5.1 Justification of Delay

Provide a description of the event(s) that caused the delay and/or impact to the work. As part of the description, identify all schedule activities impacted.

3.5.2 Time Extension

The Contracting Officer must approve the Justification of Delay before a time extension will be granted. No time extension will be granted unless the delay consumes all available Project Float and extends the projected finish date ("End Project" milestone) beyond the Contract Completion Date. The time extension will be in calendar days.

Actual delays that are found to be caused by the Contractor's own actions, which result in a calculated schedule delay will not be a cause for an extension to the performance period, completion date, or any interim milestone date.

3.6 FAILURE TO ACHIEVE PROGRESS

Should the progress fall behind the approved project schedule for reasons other than those that are excusable within the terms of the contract, the Contracting Officer may require provision of a written recovery plan for approval. The plan must detail how progress will be made-up.

3.6.1 Failure to Perform

Failure to perform work and maintain progress in accordance with the supplemental recovery plan may result in an interim and final unsatisfactory performance rating and/or may result in corrective action directed by the Contracting Officer pursuant to FAR 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts, FAR 52.249-10 Default (Fixed-Price Construction), and other contract provisions.

3.6.2 Recovery Schedule

Should the Contracting Officer find it necessary, submit a recovery schedule pursuant to FAR 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts.

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

1.2.2 Approving Authority

1.2.3 Work

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1.4 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

1.4.1 Government Approved

1.4.2 Information Only

1.5 PREPARATION

1.5.1 Transmittal Form

1.5.2 Electronic File Format

1.6 QUANTITY OF SUBMITTALS

1.6.1 Number of Copies of SD-02 Shop Drawings

1.6.2 Number of Copies of SD-03 Product Data and SD-08

Manufacturer's Instructions

1.6.3 Number of Samples SD-04 Samples

1.6.4 Number of Copies SD-05 Design Data and SD-07 Certificates

1.6.5 Number of Copies SD-06 Test Reports and SD-09 Manufacturer's

Field Reports

1.6.6 Number of Copies of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

1.6.7 Number of Copies of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals and SD-11

Closeout Submittals

1.7 INFORMATION ONLY SUBMITTALS

1.8 SUBMITTAL REGISTER

1.8.1 Use of Submittal Register

1.8.2 Contractor Use of Submittal Register

1.8.3 Approving Authority Use of Submittal Register

1.8.4 Copies Delivered to the Government

1.9 VARIATIONS

1.9.1 Considering Variations

1.9.2 Proposing Variations

1.9.3 Warranting That Variations Are Compatible

1.9.4 Environmental Assessment of Variations

1.9.5 Review Schedule Extension

1.10 SCHEDULING

1.11 GOVERNMENT APPROVING AUTHORITY

1.11.1 Review Action Codes

1.12 DISAPPROVED SUBMITTALS

1.13 APPROVED SUBMITTALS

1.14 APPROVED SAMPLES

1.15 WITHHOLDING OF PAYMENT

1.16 STAMPS

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

The Contracting Officer may request submittals in addition to those specified when deemed necessary to adequately describe the work covered in the respective sections.

Units of weights and measures used on all submittals are to be the same as those used in the contract drawings.

Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

Contractor's Quality Control (CQC) System Manager to check and approve all items prior to submittal and stamp, sign, and date indicating action taken. Proposed deviations from the contract requirements are to be clearly identified. Include within submittals items such as:

Contractor's, manufacturer's, or fabricator's drawings; descriptive literature including (but not limited to) catalog cuts, diagrams, operating charts or curves; test reports; test cylinders; samples; O&M manuals (including parts list); certifications; warranties; and other such required submittals.

Submittals requiring Government approval are to be scheduled and made prior to the acquisition of the material or equipment covered thereby.

Pick up and dispose of samples not incorporated into the work in accordance with manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and in compliance with existing laws and regulations.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

Submittals requirements are specified in the technical sections.

Submittals are identified by Submittal Description (SD) numbers and titles as follows:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Submittals which are required prior to construction or the start of the next major phase of the construction on a multi-phase contract, includes schedules, tabular list of data, or tabular list including location, features, or other pertinent information regarding products, materials, equipment, or components to be used in the work.

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Drawings, diagrams and schedules specifically prepared to illustrate some portion of the work.

Diagrams and instructions from a manufacturer or fabricator for use in

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Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how multiple systems and interdisciplinary work will be coordinated.

SD-03 Product Data

Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions and brochures illustrating size, physical appearance and other characteristics of materials, systems or equipment for some portion of the work.

Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

SD-06 Test Reports

Report signed by authorized official of testing laboratory that a material, product or system identical to the material, product or system to be provided has been tested in accord with specified requirements. (Testing must have been within three years of date of contract award for the project.)

Report which includes findings of a test required to be performed by the Contractor on an actual portion of the work or prototype prepared for the project before shipment to job site.

Report which includes finding of a test made at the job site or on sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

SD-07 Certificates

Statements printed on the manufacturer's letterhead and signed by responsible officials of manufacturer of product, system or material attesting that product, system or material meets specification requirements. Must be dated after award of project contract and clearly name the project.

Document required of Contractor, or of a manufacturer, supplier, installer or Subcontractor through Contractor, the purpose of which is to further quality of orderly progression of a portion of the work by documenting procedures, acceptability of methods or personnel qualifications.

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Preprinted material describing installation of a product, system or material, including special notices and (MSDS)concerning impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Data that is furnished by the manufacturer, or the system provider, to the equipment operating and maintenance personnel, including manufacturer's help and product line documentation necessary to maintain and install equipment. This data is needed by operating and maintenance personnel for the safe and efficient operation, SECTION 01 33 00 Page 4 maintenance and repair of the item.

This data is intended to be incorporated in an operations and maintenance manual or control system.

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Documentation to record compliance with technical or administrative requirements or to establish an administrative mechanism.

Special requirements necessary to properly close out the construction contract. For example, Record Drawings and as-built drawings. Also, submittal requirements necessary to properly close out a major phase of construction on a multi-phase contract.

1.2.2 Approving Authority

Office or designated person authorized to approve submittal.

1.2.3 Work

As used in this section, on- and off-site construction required by contract documents, including labor necessary to produce submittals, except those SD-01 Pre-Construction Submittals noted above, construction, materials, products, equipment, and systems incorporated or to be incorporated in such construction.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with this section.

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Submittal Register; G

1.4 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

Submittals are classified as follows:

1.4.1 Government Approved

Government approval is required for extensions of design, critical materials, deviations, equipment whose compatibility with the entire system must be checked, and other items as designated by the Contracting Officer. Within the terms of the Contract Clause entitled, "Specifications and Drawings for Construction," they are considered to be "shop drawings."

1.4.2 Information Only

Submittals not requiring Government approval will be for information only.

They are not considered to be "shop drawings" within the terms of the Contract Clause referred to above.

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1.5 PREPARATION

1.5.1 Transmittal Form

Use the provided sample transmittal form (ENG Form 4025) for submitting both Government approved and information only submittals in accordance with the instructions on the reverse side of the form. These forms are included in the QCS software that the Contractor is required to use for this contract. A sample form is provided in Section 01 95 00 FORMS AND ATTACHMENTS. Properly complete this form by filling out all the heading blank spaces and identifying each item submitted. Exercise special care to ensure proper listing of the specification paragraph and sheet number of the contract drawings pertinent to the data submitted for each item.

1.5.2 Electronic File Format

Provide submittals other than material samples in both hard copy (paper) and electronic formats. The electronic submittal file must be compiled as a single, complete document, to include the Transmittal Form described in paragraph 1.5.1 Transmittal Form. The electronic submittal file must be named specifically according to its contents (e.g. 01 45 01-1.2_Quality Control Plan.pdf).

Electronic files must be of sufficient quality that all information is legible. Electronic format shall be in Adobe.PDF format, unless otherwise specified or directed by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

Whenever possible, PDF files shall be generated from original documents so that the text included in the PDF file is both searchable and can be copied. If documents are scanned, Optical Character Resolution (OCR) routines are required. Files exceeding 30 pages shall be indexed and bookmarked to allow efficient navigation of the file. When required, the electronic file must include a valid electronic signature, or scan of a signature.

E-mail electronic submittal documents fewer than 10MB to an e-mail address as directed by the COR. Electronic documents over 10MB shall be provided on a CD/DVD, or through an electronic file sharing system such as the AMRDEC SAFE Web Application located at the following website:

https://safe.amrdec.army.mil/safe/

Provide hard copies of submittals as specified in this or other specification sections.

1.6 QUANTITY OF SUBMITTALS

The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer one electronic copy of all submittals required under this contract and identified under the various specifications sections. The electronic copy shall be provided in Acrobat PDF and shall be in addition to the paper copies required below.

1.6.1 Number of Copies of SD-02 Shop Drawings

Submit three (3) copies of submittals of shop drawings requiring review and approval by the Contracting Officer.

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1.6.2 Number of Copies of SD-03 Product Data and SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Submit in compliance with quantity requirements specified for shop drawings.

1.6.3 Number of Samples SD-04 Samples

a. Submit two (2) samples, or two (2) sets of samples showing range of variation, of each required item. One approved sample or set of samples will be retained by approving authority and one will be returned to Contractor.

b. Submit one sample panel or provide one sample installation where directed. Include components listed in technical section or as directed.

c. Submit one sample installation, where directed.

d. Submit one sample of non-solid materials.

1.6.4 Number of Copies SD-05 Design Data and SD-07 Certificates

Submit in compliance with quantity requirements specified for shop drawings.

1.6.5 Number of Copies SD-06 Test Reports and SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

Submit in compliance with quantity and quality requirements specified for shop drawings other than field test results that will be submitted with QC reports.

1.6.6 Number of Copies of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Submit three (3) copies of O&M Data to the Contracting Officer for review and approval.

1.6.7 Number of Copies of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals and SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Unless otherwise specified, submit two (2) sets of administrative submittals.

1.7 INFORMATION ONLY SUBMITTALS

Normally submittals for information only will not be returned. Approval of the Contracting Officer is not required on information only submittals. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to resubmit any item found not to comply with the contract. This does not relieve the Contractor from the obligation to furnish material conforming to the plans and specifications; will not prevent the Contracting Officer from requiring removal and replacement of nonconforming material incorporated in the work; and does not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to furnish samples for testing by the Government laboratory or for check testing by the Government in those instances where the technical specifications so prescribe.

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1.8 SUBMITTAL REGISTER

Prepare and maintain submittal register, as the work progresses. Do not change data which is output in columns (c), (d), (e), and (f) as delivered by Government; retain data which is output in columns (a), (g), (h), and

(i) as approved. A submittal register showing items of equipment and materials for which submittals are required by the specifications is provided as an attachment. This list may not be all inclusive and additional submittals may be required. The Government will provide the initial submittal register in electronic format with the following fields completed, to the extent that will be required by the Government during subsequent usage.

Column (c): Lists specification section in which submittal is required.

Column (d): Lists each submittal description (SD No. and type, e.g. SD-02 Shop Drawings) required in each specification section.

Column (e): Lists one principal paragraph in specification section where a material or product is specified. This listing is only to facilitate locating submitted requirements. Do not consider entries in column (e) as limiting project requirements.

Thereafter, the Contractor is to track all submittals by maintaining a complete list, including completion of all data columns, including dates on which submittals are received and returned by the Government.

1.8.1 Use of Submittal Register

Submit submittal register. Submit with QC plan and project schedule.

Verify that all submittals required for project are listed and add missing submittals. Coordinate and complete the following fields on the register submitted with the QC plan and the project schedule:

Column (g) Contractor Submit Date: Scheduled date for approving authority to receive submittals.

Column (h) Contractor Approval Date: Date Contractor needs approval of submittal.

Column (i) Contractor Material: Date that Contractor needs material delivered to Contractor control.

1.8.2 Contractor Use of Submittal Register

Update the following fields in the Government-furnished submittal register program or equivalent fields in program utilized by Contractor with each submittal throughout the contract performance period.

Column (b) Transmittal Number: Contractor assigned list of consecutive numbers.

Column (j) Action Code (k): Date of action used to record Contractor's review when forwarding submittals to QC.

Column (l) List date of submittal transmission.

Column (q) List date approval received.

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1.8.3 Approving Authority Use of Submittal Register

Update the following fields in the Government-furnished submittal register program or equivalent fields in program utilized by Contractor.

Column (b) Transmittal Number: Contractor assigned list of consecutive numbers.

Column (l) List date of submittal receipt.

Column (m) through (p) List Date related to review actions.

Column (q) List date returned to Contractor.

1.8.4 Copies Delivered to the Government

Deliver one copy of submittal register updated by Contractor to Government.

1.9 VARIATIONS

Variations from contract requirements require both Designer of Record (DOR) and Government approval pursuant to Contract Clause FAR 52.236-21 - SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION and will be considered where advantageous to Government.

1.9.1 Considering Variations

Discussion with Contracting Officer prior to submission, after consulting with the DOR, will help ensure functional and quality requirements are met and minimize rejections and re-submittals. When contemplating a variation which results in lower cost, consider submission of the variation as a Value Engineering Change Proposal (VECP).

Specifically point out variations from contract requirements in transmittal letters. Failure to point out deviations may result in the Government requiring rejection and removal of such work at no additional cost to the Government.

1.9.2 Proposing Variations

When proposing variation, deliver written request to the Contracting Officer, with documentation of the nature and features of the variation and why the variation is desirable and beneficial to Government, including the COR's written analysis and approval. If lower cost is a benefit, also include an estimate of the cost savings. In addition to documentation required for variation, include the submittals required for the item.

Clearly mark the proposed variation in all documentation.

Check the column "variation" of ENG Form 4025 for submittals which include proposed deviations requested by the Contractor. Set forth in writing the reason for any deviations and annotate such deviations on the submittal.

The Government reserves the right to rescind inadvertent approval of submittals containing unnoted deviations.

1.9.3 Warranting That Variations Are Compatible

When delivering a variation for approval, Contractor, including its Designer(s) of Record, warrants that this contract has been reviewed to

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1.9.4 Environmental Assessment of Variations

Any variations requested by the Contractor, which may have an environmental impact, shall meet the requirements of Section 01 57 19 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to disapprove alternate methods, even if they are more cost effective, if the Contracting Officer determines that the proposed alternate method will have an adverse environmental impact.

1.9.5 Review Schedule Extension

In addition to the normal submittal review period of 30 calendar days, a period of ten (10) additional working days will be allowed for consideration by the Government of submittals with variations.

1.10 SCHEDULING

Schedule and submit concurrently submittals covering component items forming a system or items that are interrelated. Include certifications to be submitted with the pertinent drawings at the same time. No delay damages or time extensions will be allowed for time lost in late submittals.

a. Coordinate scheduling, sequencing, preparing and processing of submittals with performance of work so that work will not be delayed by submittal processing. Allow for potential resubmittal of requirements.

b. Submittals called for by the contract documents will be listed on the register. If a submittal is called for but does not pertain to the contract work, the Contractor is to include the submittal in the register and annotate it "N/A" with a brief explanation. Approval by the Contracting Officer does not relieve the Contractor of supplying submittals required by the contract documents but which have been omitted from the register or marked "N/A."

c. Re-submit register and annotate monthly by the Contractor with actual submission and approval dates. When all items on the register have been fully approved, no further re-submittal is required.

d. Carefully control procurement operations to ensure that each individual submittal is made on or before the Contractor scheduled submittal date shown on the approved "Submittal Register."

e. Except as specified otherwise, allow for a review period of at least 30 calendar days for submittals for Contracting Officer approval.

Period of review for submittals with Contracting Officer approval begins when Government receives submittal from QC organization.

f. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial submittal.

1.11 GOVERNMENT APPROVING AUTHORITY

When approving authority is Contracting Officer, the Government will:

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a. Note date on which submittal was received.

b. Review submittals for approval within scheduling period specified and only for conformance with project design concepts and compliance with contract documents.

c. Identify returned submittals with one of the actions defined in paragraph entitled, "Review Notations," of this section and with markings appropriate for action indicated.

Upon completion of review of submittals requiring Government approval, stamp and date approved submittals. Two (2) copies of the approved submittal will be retained by the Contracting Officer and one (1) copy of the submittal will be returned to the Contractor.

1.11.1 Review Action Codes

Contracting Officer review will be completed within 30 calendar days after date of submission. Submittals will be returned to the Contractor with the following action codes:

ACTION CODES

A -- Approved as submitted. E -- Disapproved (See attached).

B -- Approved, except as noted. F -- Receipt acknowledged.

C -- Approved, except as noted, resubmission required.

X -- Receipt acknowledged, does not comply with contract requirements.

D -- Will be returned by separate correspondence.

G -- Other

R -- Acceptable for release for construction.

1.12 DISAPPROVED SUBMITTALS

Contractor shall make corrections required by the Contracting Officer. If the Contractor considers any correction or notation on the returned submittals to constitute a change to the contract drawings or specifications; notice as required under the clause entitled, "Changes," is to be given to the Contracting Officer. Contractor is responsible for the dimensions and design of connection details and construction of work.

Failure to point out deviations may result in the Government requiring rejection and removal of such work at the Contractor's expense.

If changes are necessary to submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and submission of the submittals in accordance with the procedures above. No item of work requiring a submittal change is to be accomplished until the changed submittals are approved.

1.13 APPROVED SUBMITTALS

The Contracting Officer's approval or acceptance of submittals is not to be construed as a complete check, and indicates only that the general method of construction, materials, detailing and other information are satisfactory.

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Approval or acceptance will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist, as the Contractor under the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) requirements of this contract is responsible for dimensions, the design of adequate connections and details, and the satisfactory construction of all work.

After submittals have been approved or accepted by the Contracting Officer, no resubmittal for the purpose of substituting materials or equipment will be considered unless accompanied by an explanation of why a substitution is necessary.

1.14 APPROVED SAMPLES

Approval of a sample is only for the characteristics or use named in such approval and is not be construed to change or modify any contract requirements. Before submitting samples, the Contractor to assure that the materials or equipment will be available in quantities required in the project. No change or substitution will be permitted after a sample has been approved.

Match the approved samples for materials and equipment incorporated in the work. If requested, approved samples, including those which may be damaged in testing, will be returned to the Contractor, at his expense, upon completion of the contract. Samples not approved will also be returned to the Contractor at its expense, if so requested.

Failure of any materials to pass the specified tests will be sufficient cause for refusal to consider, under this contract, any further samples of the same brand or make of that material. Government reserves the right to disapprove any material or equipment which previously has proved unsatisfactory in service.

Samples of various materials or equipment delivered on the site or in place may be taken by the Contracting Officer for testing. Samples failing to meet contract requirements will automatically void previous approvals. Contractor to replace such materials or equipment to meet contract requirements.

Approval of the Contractor's samples by the Contracting Officer does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities under the contract.

1.15 WITHHOLDING OF PAYMENT

Payment for materials incorporated in the work will not be made if required approvals have not been obtained.

1.16 STAMPS

Stamps used by the Contractor on the submittal data to certify that the submittal meets contract requirements is to be similar to the following:

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| CONTRACTOR |

| (Firm Name) | | _____ Approved | | _____ Approved with corrections as noted on submittal data and/or | | attached sheets(s) |

| SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________ |

| TITLE: ______________________________________________________________ |

| DATE: _______________________________________________________________ |

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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Competent Person (CP)

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

1.5 SITE QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND MEETINGS

1.5.1 Personnel Qualifications

1.5.1.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

1.5.1.2 Competent Person Qualifications

1.5.2 Personnel Duties

1.5.2.1 Duties of the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

1.5.3 Meetings

1.5.3.1 Preconstruction Conference

1.5.3.2 Safety Meetings

1.6 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN (APP)

1.6.1 Names and Qualifications

1.6.2 Plans

1.6.2.1 Confined Space Entry Plan

1.6.2.2 Standard Lift Plan (SLP)

1.6.2.3 Fall Protection and Prevention (FP&P) Plan

1.6.2.4 Hazardous Energy Control Program (HECP)

1.6.2.5 Site Demolition Plan

1.7 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS (AHA)

1.7.1 AHA Management

1.7.2 AHA Signature Log

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