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DIVISION 1 General Conditions 01010 Summary of Work 01020 Allowances 01026 Unit Prices 01027 Applications for Payment 01030 Alternates 01035 Modification Procedures 01040 Project Coordination 01095 Reference Standards and Definitions 01200 Project Meetings 01300 Submittals 01400 Quality Control Services 01500 Temporary Facilities 01600 Materials and Equipment 01631 Product Substitutions 01700 Project Closeout 01740 Warranties and Bonds Related Documents Drawings and general provisions of Contract including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to work of this Division. SECTION 01010 -- SUMMARY OF WORK PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Work Covered by Contract Documents:

A. This project consists of new construction for the Boys and Girls Club of Fernandina Beach.

1. Project Location 1100 Block of Lime Street, Fernandina Beach, FL

: Fernandina Beach Boys and Girls Club

2. Owner: Boys and Girls Club of Nassau County Foundation 942259 Old Nassauville Road Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

3. Contract Documents: Dated July 7, 2011 prepared for the project by Miranda Architects, 914 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 1E, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

B. The work consists of the following:

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1. Construction of 1-story, +/-8,200 square foot, Main Building with polished concrete

block load bearing walls, pre-fab wood truss roof with asphalt shingled roofing.

2. Construction of 1-story, +/-6,200 square foot, Outdoor Covered Basketball Pavilion with pre-engineered structural steel building components with asphalt shingled roofing.

3. Construction of 1-story, +/- 200 square foot, Summer Kitchen with pressure treated

wood posts, pre-fab wood truss roof with asphalt shingled roofing. 4. Site development and features as shown on Working Drawings.

C. The work will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.02 Work Under Other Contracts:

A. The Owner will be responsible for the following construction operations:

1. Computer networking and cabling.

2. Phone system.

3. Audio/Visual equipment and cabling. 4. Free-Standing Sign as noted on Site Plan A1. 5. Granite Benches as noted on Site Plan A1. 6. Owner to supply concrete/brick pavers to be installed by GC per Section 02515.

B. G.C. to cooperate fully with separate contractors so that work under those contracts may be

carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this contract. 1.03 Work Sequence: The work will be conducted in one (1) stage. SECTION 01020 -- ALLOWANCES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary:

A. This section includes administrative and procedural requirements governing allowances Selected materials and equipment are specified in the Contract Documents by allowances. In some cases, these allowances include installation. Allowances have been established in

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lieu of additional requirements and to defer selection of actual materials and equipment to a later date when additional information is available for evaluation. If necessary, additional requirements will be issued by Change Order.

B. Types of allowances include the following:

1. Lump-sum allowances 2. Unit-cost allowances. (NOTE: When calculating unit areas for bid numbers, G.C.

shall include industry standard waste.)

C. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirement that relate to this Section:

1. Division 1 Section AModification Procedures@ specifies procedures for submitting and handling Change Orders.

1.02 Selection and Purchase

A. At the earliest practical date afterward of the Contract, advise the Architect of the date when the final selection and purchase of each product or system described by an allowance must be completed to avoid delaying the work.

B. At the Architect=s request, obtain proposals for each allowance for use in making final

selections. Include recommendations that are relevant to performing the work.

C. Purchase products and systems selected by the Architect from the designated supplier. 1.03 Submittals

A. Submit proposals for purchase of products or systems included in allowances, in the form specified for Change Orders.

B. Submit invoices or delivery slips to show the actual quantities of materials delivered to the

site for use in fulfillment of each allowance. 1.04 Unused Materials

A. Return unused materials to the manufacturer or supplier for credit to the Owner, after installation has been completed and accepted.

1. When requested by the Architect, prepare unused material for storage by Owner

where it is not economically practical to return the material for credit. When directed by the Architect, deliver unused material to the Owner=s storage space. Otherwise, disposal of unused material is the Contractor=s responsibility.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Examination: Examine products covered by an allowance promptly upon delivery for

damage or defects. 3.02 Preparation: Coordinate materials and their installation for each allowance with related

materials and installations to ensure that each allowance item is completely integrated and interfaced with related work.

3.03 Schedule of Allowances:

A. Allowance No. 1: Include the sum of $ 24,000.00 for the purchase of all Custom Wood Casework

as specified in Section 06410 and to include all cabinets, countertops, back splashes, hardware and installation.

B. Allowance No. 2: Include a sum of $ 10,000.00 for the purchase of all Food Service Equipment

as specified in Section 11400 to include material only, installation to be in base bid.

C. Allowance No. 3: Include the sum of $ 6.00/square foot for the purchase of all Ceramic Tile

as specified in Section 09300 to include materials only, installation to be in base bid.

D. Allowance No. 4: Include the sum of $ 40.00/square yard for the purchase of all Modular Carpet

as specified in Section 09680 to include all materials and installation.

E. Allowance No. 5: Include the sum of $ 20,000.00 for Permit Fees

as listed in Part II, Special Conditions, Item C. Permits and Fees.

SECTION 01026 -- UNIT PRICES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary:

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for unit prices.

B. Related Sections: the following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Division 1 Section AModification Procedures@ for procedures for submitting and handling Change Orders.

1.02 Definitions

A. Unit price is an amount proposed by bidders, stated on the Bid Form, as a price per unit of measurement for materials or services added to or deducted from the Contract Sum by

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appropriate modification, if the estimated quantities of work required by the Contract Documents are increased or decreased.

1.03 Procedures:

A. Unit prices include all necessary material, plus cost for delivery, installation, insurance, overhead, profit, and applicable taxes.

B. Measurement and Payment: Refer to individual Specification Sections for work that requires

establishment of unit prices. Methods of measurement and payment for unit prices are specified in those Sections.

C. Schedule: A AUnit Price Schedule@ is included at the end of this Section. Specification

Sections referenced in the Schedule contain requirements for materials described under each unit price.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Unit Price Schedule:

A. Unit Price No. 1 -- Fill

:

1. Description

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: Fill delivered and spread in addition to fill required in Contract Documents. Unit of Measurement

: Cubic yards of fill

SECTION 01027 -- APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary:

A. This section specifies administrative and procedural requirements governing the Contractor=s Applications for Payment.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Schedules: The Contractor=s Construction Schedule and Submittal Schedule are

specified in Division 1 Section ASubmittals.@ 1.02 Schedule of Values

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation of the Schedule of Values with preparation of the Contractor=s Construction Schedule.

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1. Correlate line items in the Schedule of Values with required administrative schedules

and forms, including: a. Contractor=s construction Schedule. b. Application for Payment forms, including Continuation Sheets c. List of subcontractors. d. Schedule of allowances. e. Schedule of alternates

2. Submit the Schedule of Values to the Architect at the earliest possible date but no

later than 7 days before the date scheduled for submittal of the initial Applications for Payment.

3. Sub schedules: Where work is separated into phases requiring separately phased

payments, provide sub schedules showing values with each phase of payment.

B. Format and Content: Use the Project Manual table of contents as a guide to establish the format for the Schedule of Values. Provide at least one line item for each Specification Section.

1. Identification: Include the following project identification on the Schedule of Values:

a. Project name and location b. Name of the Architect. c. Project number. d. Contractor=s name and address. e. Date of submittal.

2. Arrange the Schedule of values in tabular form with separate columns to indicate the

following for each item listed: a. Related Specification Section or Division. b. Description of work. c. Name of subcontractor. d. Name of manufacturer or fabricator. e. Change Orders (numbers) that affect value. f. Dollar value.

3. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in sufficient detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Application for Payment and progress reports. Coordinate with the Project Manual table of contents. Break principal subcontract amounts down into several line items.

4. Round amounts to nearest whole dollar; the total shall equal the Contract Sum.

5. Provide a separate line item in the Schedule of Values for each part of the work where

Applications for Payment may include materials or equipment, purchased or

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fabricated and stored, but not yet installed. Differentiate between items stored on site and items stored off-site. Include requirements for insurance and bonded warehousing, if required.

6. Provide separate line items on the Schedule of Values for initial cost of the materials,

for each subsequent stage of completion, and for total installed value of that part of the work.

7. Unit-Cost Allowances: Show the line-item value of unit-cost allowances, as a product

of the unit cost, multiplied by the measured quantity. Estimate quantities from the best indication in the Contract Documents.

8. Margins of Cost: Show line items for indirect costs and margins on actual costs only

when such items are listed individually in Applications for Payment. Each item in the Schedule of Values and Applications for Payment shall be complete. Include the total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit margin for each item. a. Temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of

actual work-in-place may be shown either as separate line items in the Schedule of Values or distributed as general overhead expense, at the Contractor=s option.

9. Schedule Updating: Update and resubmit the Schedule of Values prior to the next

Application for Payment when Change Orders or Construction Change Directives result in a change in the Contract Sum.

1.03 Applications for Payment:

A. Each Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by the Architect and paid for by the Owner.

1. The initial Application for Payment, the Application for Payment at time of Substantial

Completion, and the final application for payment involve additional requirements.

B. Payment-Application Times: Each progress-payment date is indicated in the Agreement. The period of construction Work ordered by each Application for Payment is the period indicated in the Agreement.

C. Payment-Application Forms: Use AIA Document G702 and Continuation Sheets G703 as

the form for Application for Payment.

D. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on the form. Include notarization and execution by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of the Contractor. The Architect will return incomplete applications without action.

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1. Entries shall match data on the Schedule of Values and the Contractor=s Construction Schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued prior to the last day of the construction period covered by the application.

3. Payment application for all requests prior to the final request shall be accompanied by a signed, dated and notarized copy of AIA Document G706, Contractor=s Affidavit of Payment of Debts and Claims.

E. Transmittal: Submit 3 signed and notarized original copies of each application for Payment

to the Architect by a method ensuring receipt within 24 hours. All copies shall be complete, including waivers of lien and similar attachments, when required.

1. Transmit each copy with a transmittal form listing attachments and recording

appropriate information related to the application, in a manner acceptable to the Architect.

F. Waivers of Mechanics Lien: With each Application for Payment, submit waivers of mechanics liens from subcontractors, sub sub-contractors and suppliers for the construction period covered by the previous application.

1. Submit partial waivers on each item for the amount requested, prior to deduction for

retainage, on each item. 2. When an application shows completion of an item, submit final or full waivers. 3. The Owner reserves the right to designate which entities involved in the work must

submit waivers. 4. Waiver Delays: Submit each Application for Payment with the Contractor=s waiver of

mechanics lien for the period of construction covered by the application.

a. Submit final Applications for Payment with or preceded by final waivers from every entity involved with performance of the work covered by the application who is lawfully entitled to a lien.

5. Waiver Forms: Submit waivers of lien on forms, and executed in a manner, acceptable to the Owner.

G. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals, that must precede or

coincide with submittal of the first Application for Payment, include the following:

1. List of subcontractors. 2. List of principal suppliers and fabricators 3. Schedule of Values 4. Contractor=s Construction Schedule (preliminary if not final). 5. Schedule of principal products. 6. Schedule of unit prices. 7. Submittal schedule (preliminary if not final). 8. List of Contractor=s staff assignments.

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9. List of contractor=s principal consultants. 10. Copies of building permits 11. Copies of authorizations and licenses from governing authorities for performance of

the work. 12. Certificates of insurance and insurance policies. 13. Performance and payment bonds.

H. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: Following issuance of the Certificate of

Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment.

1. This application shall reflect Certificates of Partial Substantial completion issued previously for Owner occupancy of designated portions of the work.

2. Administrative actions and submittals that shall precede or coincide with this application include: a. Occupancy permits and similar approvals. b. Warranties (guarantees) and maintenance agreements. c. Test/adjust/balance records. d. Maintenance instructions. e. Startup performance reports. f. Changeover information related to Owner=s occupancy, use operation, and

maintenance. g. Final cleaning. h. Application for reduction of retainage and consent of surety. i. List of incomplete work, recognized as exceptions to Architect=s Certificate of

Substantial Completion.

I. Final Payment Application: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of the final Application for Payment include the following:

1. Completion of Project closeout requirements. 2. Completion of items specified for completion after Substantial completion. 3. Ensure that unsettled claims will be settled. 4. Ensure that incomplete work is not accepted and will be completed without undue

delay. 5. Transmittal of required project construction records to the Owner. 6. Certified property survey. 7. Proof that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid. 8. Removal of temporary facilities and services. 9. Removal of surplus materials, rubbish, and similar elements. 10. Change of door locks to Owner=s access.

SECTION 01030 - ALTERNATES PART 1 - GENERAL

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1.01 Summary: This section includes administrative and procedural requirements governing Alternates.

1.02 Definitions: An alternate is an amount proposed by bidders and stated on the Bid Form for

certain work defined in the Bidding Requirements that may be added to or deducted from the Base Bid amount if the Owner decides to accept a corresponding change in either the amount of construction to be completed, or in the products, materials, equipment, systems, or installation methods described in the Contract Documents.

A. The cost or credit for each alternate is the net addition to or deduction from the Contract

Sum to incorporate the Alternate into the work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum.

1.03 Procedures 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 alternate, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation whether or not mentioned as part of the Alternate.

A. Notification: Immediately following the award of the Contract, notify each party involved, in

writing, of the status of each alternate. Indicate whether alternates have been accepted, rejected, or deferred for later consideration. Include a complete description of negotiated modifications to alternates.

B. Execute accepted alternates under the same conditions as other work of this Contract.

C. Schedule: A ASchedule of Alternates@ is included at the end of this Section. Specification

Sections referenced in the Schedule contain requirements for materials necessary to achieve the Work described under each alternate.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Schedule of Alternates

A. Alternate No. 1 – Metal Roofing

: Price to change Asphalt Shingle Roofing at Main Club Building, Basketball Pavilion and Summer Kitchen to Metal Roofing as specified in Section 07610 – Metal Roofing.

SECTION 01035 -- MODIFICATION PROCEDURES PART 1 - GENERAL

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1.01 Summary

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for handling and processing contract modifications.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Division 1 Section AAllowances@ for procedural requirements governing the handling

and processing of allowances. 2. Division 1 Section AUnit Prices@ for administrative requirements governing use of unit

prices. 3. Division 1 Section A Submittals@ for requirement for the contractor=s Construction

Schedule. 4. Division 1 Section AApplications for Payment@ for administrative procedures

governing Applications for payment. 5. Division 1 Section AProduct Substitutions@ for administrative procedures for handling

requests for substitutions made after award of the Contract. 1.02 Change Order Proposal Requests:

A. Owner-Initiated Proposal Requests: The Architect will issue a detailed description of proposed changes in the work that will require adjustment to the Contract Sum or Contract Time. If necessary, the description will include supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications.

1. Proposal requests issued by the Architect are for information only. Do not consider

them as an instruction either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

2. Within the time period prescribed on a proposal request, submit an estimate of cost necessary to execute the change to the Architect for the Owner=s review. a. Include a list of quantities of products required and unit costs, with the total

amount of purchases to be made. Where requested, furnish survey data to substantiate quantities.

b. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental, and amounts of trade discounts.

c. Include a statement indicating the effect the proposed change in the work will have on the Contract Time.

A. Contractor-Initiated Proposals: When latent or unforeseen conditions require modifications

to the Contract, the Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for a change to the Architect.

B. Proposal Request Form: Use AIA Document G709 for Change Order Proposal Requests.

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1.03 Allowances

A. Allowance Adjustment: For allowance-cost adjustment, base each Change Order proposal of the difference between the actual purchase amount and the allowance, multiplied by the final measurement of work-in-place. Where applicable, include reasonable allowances for cutting losses, tolerances, mixing wastes, normal product imperfections, and similar margins.

1. Include installation costs in the purchase amount only where indicated as part of the

allowance. 2. When requested, prepare explanations and documentation to substantiate the

margins claimed. 3. Submit substantiation of a change in scope of work claimed in the Change Orders

related to unit-cost allowances. 4. The Owner reserves the right to establish the actual quantity of work-in-place by

independent quantity survey, measure, or count.

B. Submit claims for increased costs because of a change in scope or nature of the allowance described in the Contract Documents, whether for the purchase order amount or the Contractor=s handling, labor, installation, overhead, and profit. Submit claims within 21 days of receipt of the Change Order or Construction Change Directive authorizing work to proceed. The Owner will reject claims submitted later than 21 days.

1. Do not include the Contractor=s or subcontractor=s indirect expense in the Change

Order cost amount unless it is clearly shown that the nature or extent of work has changed from what could have been foreseen from information in the Contract Documents.

2. No change to the Contractor=s indirect expense is permitted for selection of higher or lower-priced materials or systems of the same scope and nature as originally indicated.

1.04 Construction Change Directive

A. Construction Change Directive: When the Owner and the Contractor disagree on the terms of a Proposal Request, the Architect may issue a Construction Change Directive on AIA Form G714. The Construction Change Directive instructs the Contractor to proceed with a change in the work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. The Construction Change Directive contains a complete description of the change in

the work. It also designates the method to be followed to determine change in the Contract sum or Contract Time.

B. Documentation: Maintain detailed records on a time and material basis of work required by

the Construction Change Directive.

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1. After completion of the change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the Contract.

1.05 Change Order Procedures: Upon the Owner=s approval of a Proposal Request, the Architect

will issue a Change Order for signatures of the Owner and the Contractor on AIA Form G701

SECTION 01040 -- PROJECT COORDINATION PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary:

A. This section specifies administrative and supervisor requirements necessary for project coordination including, but not necessarily limited to:

1. Coordination. 2. Administrative and supervisory personnel. 3. General installation provisions. 4. Cleaning and protection.

B. Progress meetings, coordination meetings and pre-installation conferences are included in Section AProject Meetings@.

C. Requirements for the Contractor=s Construction Schedule are included in Section

ASubmittal@.

1.02 Coordination:

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction activities included under various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections of the Specifications that are dependent upon each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Where installation of one part of the work is dependent on installation of other

components, either before or after its own installation, schedule construction activities in the sequence required to obtain the best results.

2. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports and attendance at meetings.

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1. Prepare similar memoranda for the Owner and separate Contractors where coordination of their work is required.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative

procedures with other construction required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and ensure orderly progress of the work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of schedules. 2. Installation and removal of temporary facilities. 3. Delivery and processing of submittals. 4. Progress meetings. 5. Project Close-out activities.

D. Conservation: Coordinate construction activities to ensure that operations are carried out

with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials.

1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated in, the work. Refer to other sections for disposition of salvage materials that are designated as Owner=s property.

1.03 Submittals:

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare and submit coordination Drawings where close and careful coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated off-site by separate entities, and where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Show the interrelationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings. 2. Indicate required installation sequences. 3. Comply with requirements contained in Section ASubmittals.@ 4. Refer to Division 15 Section ABasic Mechanical Requirements@ and Division 16

Section ABasic Electrical Requirements@ for specific coordination drawing requirements for mechanical and electrical installations.

B. Staff Names: Within 15 days of Notice to Proceed, submit a list of the Contractor=s principal

staff assignments, including the Superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the site; identify individuals, their duties and responsibilities; list their addresses and telephone numbers.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 General Installation Provisions:

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the

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substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Manufacturer=s Instructions: Comply with manufacturer=s installation instructions and recommendations, to the extent that those instructions and recommendations are more explicit or stringent than requirements contained in the Contract Documents.

C. Inspect materials or equipment immediately upon delivery and again prior to installation.

Reject damaged and defective items. D. Provide attachment and connection devices and methods necessary for securing work.

Secure work true to line and level. Allow for expansion and building movement.

E. Visual Effects: Provide uniform joint widths in exposed work. Arrange joints in exposed work to obtain the best visual effect. Refer questionable choices to the Architect for final decision.

F. Recheck measurements and dimensions, before starting each installation.

G. Install each component during weather conditions and Project status that will ensure the best

possible results. Isolate each part of the completed construction from incompatible material as necessary to prevent deterioration.

H. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests, to minimize the

necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

I. Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, install individual components at standard mounting heights recognized within the industry for the particular application indicated. Refer questionable mounting height decisions to the Architect for final decision.

3.02 Cleaning and Protection

A. During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

B. Clean and maintain completed construction as frequently as necessary through the

remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

C. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction activities to ensure that no part of the

construction, either completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period.

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SECTION 01095 -- REFERENCE STANDARDS AND DEFINITIONS PART 1 -- GENERAL 1.01 Definitions: Basic Contract definitions are included in the Conditions of the Contract. 1.02 Indicated refers to graphic representations, notes, or schedules on the Drawings,

paragraphs or Schedules in the specifications, and similar requirements in the Contract Documents. Terms such as shown, noted, scheduled, and specified are used to help the reader locate the reference. Location is not limited.

1.03 Directed, requested, authorized, selected, approved, required, and permitted mean directed

by the Architect, requested by the Architect, and similar phrases. 1.04 Approved, when used in conjunction with the Architect=s action on submittals, applications,

and requests is limited to the Architect=s duties and responsibilities as stated in the conditions of the Contract.

1.05 Regulations include laws, ordinances, statutes, and lawful orders issued by authorities

having jurisdiction, as well as rules, conventions, and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the work.

1.06 Furnish means supply and deliver to the Project Site, ready for unloading, unpacking,

assembly installation, and similar operations. 1.07 Install describes operations at the Project Site including unloading, unpacking, assembly,

erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning, and similar operations.

1.08 Provide means to furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use. 1.09 Installer is the Contractor or another entity engaged by the Contractor, either as an

employee, subcontractor, or contractor of lower tier, to perform a particular construction activity, including installation, erection, application, and similar operations. Installers are required to be experienced in the operations they are engaged to perform.

1.10 Project Site is the space available for performing construction activities, either exclusively or

in conjunction, with others performing work as part of the Project. The extent of the Project Site is shown on the Drawings and may or may not be identical with the description of the land on which the Project is to be built.

1.11 Testing Agency is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests,

either at the Project site or elsewhere, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those inspections or tests.

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1.12 Specifications are organized into Divisions and Sections based on the Construction Specifications Institute=s 16-Division format.

1.13 Abbreviations and Names: Where acronyms or abbreviations are used in the Specifications

or other contract Documents, they mean the recognized name of the trade association, standards-generating organization, authorities having jurisdiction, or other entity applicable to the context of the text provision. Refer to the AEncyclopedia of Associations,@ published by Gale Research Co., available in most libraries.

A. For purpose of clarity only, the following list of abbreviations shall apply to both drawings

and specifications:

ASBO - as selected by Owner C.H. - ceiling height

CJ - ceiling joist Cont. - continuous F.A. - framing anchor F.J. - floor joist GB - grab bar G.L.B - glue laminated beam H.A. - hurricane anchor H.B. - hose bib

J.H. - joist hanger LVL - laminated veneer lumber

M.O. - masonry opening NGVD - national geodetic vertical datum N.I. - not included N.I.C. - not in contract O.C. - on center PSL - parallam structural lumber PT - pressure treated

PTD - paper towel dispenser R.O. - rough opening

RR - roof rafter RS - rough sawn SM - smooth

S.T. - strap tie TPH - toilet paper holder

T.S. - twist strap T&G - tongue and groove

U.O.N. - unless otherwise noted W/ - with WM - wall mirror

1.14 Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For the Owner=s records, submit copies of permits,

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licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence records, and similar documents, established in conjunction with compliance with standards and regulations bearing upon performance of the work.

SECTION 01200 -- PROJECT MEETINGS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary:

A. This section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for project meetings including but not limited to:

1. Pre-Construction Conference. 2. Progress Meetings.

B. Construction schedules are specified in another Division 1 Section.

1.02 Pre-Construction Conference:

A. Schedule a pre-construction conference and organizational meeting at the Project site or

other convenient location no later than 15 days after execution of the Agreement and prior to commencement of construction activities. Conduct the meeting to review responsibilities and personnel assignments.

B. Attendees: the Owner, the Architect and their consultants, the Contractor and its superintendent, major subcontractors, manufacturers, suppliers and other concerned parties shall each be represented at the conference by persons familiar with and authorized to conclude matters relating to the work.

C. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress including such topics as:

Tentative construction schedule. Critical Work sequencing. Designation of responsible personnel. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment. Distribution of Contract Documents. Submittal of Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples. Preparation of record documents. Use of the premises. Office, work and storage areas. Equipment deliveries and priorities. Security.

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Housekeeping. Working hours.

1.03 Progress Meetings:

A. Conduct progress meetings at the Project site at regularly scheduled intervals typically one per week. Notify the Owner and the Architect of scheduled meeting dates. Coordinate dates of meetings with preparation of the payment request.

B. Attendees: In addition to representatives of the Owner and the Architect, each

subcontractor, supplier or other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings by persons familiar with the Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to progress.

C. Agenda: Review notes of the previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance

that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to the current status of the Project.

1. Contractor=s Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting.

Determine where each activity is in relation to the Contractor=s Construction Schedule, whether on time or ahead or behind schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time. Review the present and future needs of each entity present, including such items as:

Interface requirements. Time. Sequences. Deliveries. Off-site fabrication problems. Access. Site utilization. Temporary facilities and services. Hours of work. Hazards and risks. Housekeeping. Quality and work standards. Change Orders. Documentation of information for payment request.

2. Reporting: No later than 3 days after each progress meeting date, distribute copies of

minutes of the meeting to each party present and to other parties who should have been present. Include a brief summary, in narrative form, of progress since the

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previous meeting and report.

SECTION 01300 -- SUBMITTALS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary: This Section specifies requirements for handling submittals. 1.02 General Procedures: Coordinate submittal preparation with performance of construction

activities, and with purchasing or fabrication, delivery, other submittals and related activities. Transmit in advance of performance of related activities to avoid delay.

A. Coordinate transmittal of different submittals for related elements so processing will not be

delayed by the need to review concurrently for coordination. The Architect reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination until related submittals are received.

B. Processing: Allow two weeks for initial review. Allow more time if processing must be

delayed for coordination with other submittals. The Architect will advise the Contractor when a submittal must be delayed for coordination. Allow two weeks for reprocessing each submittal.

1. No extension of time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals

sufficiently in advance of the work to permit processing.

C. Submittal Preparation: Place a label or title block on each submittal for identification. Provide a 4" x 5" space on the label or beside the title block on Shop Drawings to record Contractor=s review and approval marking and action taken. Include the following information on the label for processing and recording action taken:

Project name. Date. Name and address of Architect. Name and address of Contractor. Name and address of supplier. Name of manufacturer.

D. Submittal Transmittal: Package submittals appropriately for transmittal and handling.

Transmit with a transmittal form. Submittals received from entities other than the Contractor will be returned without action.

1.03 Contractor=s Construction Schedule: Submit a fully developed, bar-chart type construction

schedule, within 30 days of the date established for commencement of the work. Provide a separate bar for each construction activity and a vertical line to identify the first working day of each week. Use the breakdown of units of work as indicated in the ASchedule of Values@.

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A. Within each time bar indicate estimated completion percentage in 10 percent increments.

As work progresses, place a contrasting mark in each bar to indicate Actual Completion.

B. Prepare the schedule on sheets of stable transparency, or other reproducible media, of sufficient width to show data for the entire construction period.

C. Secure commitments for performing critical construction operations from parties involved.

Coordinate each activity with other activities and show in proper sequence; include minor elements involved in the construction sequence; Indicate sequences necessary for completion of related portions.

D. Coordinate the Construction Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts,

submittal schedule, progress reports, payment requests and other schedules.

E. Indicate completion in advance of the date established for substantial Completion. Indicate Substantial Completion of the Schedule to allow time for the Architect=s procedures necessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

1.04 Submittal Schedule: Submit the Submittal Schedule within 10 days of the Construction Schedule. Coordinate the Schedule with the list of subcontracts, schedule of values and a list of products as well as the Construction Schedule.

A. Prepare the Schedule in chronological order; include submittals required during the first 90

days of construction. Provide the following information:

1. Scheduled date for the first submittal. 2. Related Section number. 3. Name of subcontractor. 4. Description of the construction element covered. 5. Scheduled date of the Architect=s final release or approval.

1.05 Distribution of Schedules: Distribute copies of the Construction and Submittal Schedules to

the Architect, Owner, subcontractors, and other parties required to comply with scheduled dates. Post copies in the temporary field office. When revisions are made, distribute to the same parties and post in the same locations.

A. Updating: Revise each Schedule after each meeting or activity, where revisions have been

made. Issue the updated schedules concurrently with the report of each meeting. 1.06 Shop Drawings: Submit new information, drawn to accurate scale. Indicate deviations from

Contract Documents. Do not reproduce Contract Documents or copy standard information as the basis of Shop Drawings. Include the following information:

Dimensions.

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Identification of products and materials included. Notation of coordination requirements. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

A. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns and similar full size drawings, submit Shop

Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2" x 11" but no larger than 30" x 42"

B. Submittal: Submit 5 prints; if the Drawing is required for maintenance manuals submit 6 prints. 2 prints will be retained; the remainder will be returned. One of the prints returned shall be maintained as a ARecord Document@.

C. Do not use Shop Drawings without a final stamp indicating action taken in connection with construction.

1.07 Product Data: Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each element or system.

Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. Where Product Data includes information on several products, some of which are not required, mark copies to indicate the applicable information. Include the following information:

Manufacturer=s printed recommendations. Compliance with recognized trade association standards. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards. Application of testing agency labels and seals. Notation of dimensions verified by field measurement. Notation of coordination requirements.

A. Preliminary Submittal: Submit a preliminary single-copy where selection of options is

required.

B. Submittals: Submit 3 copies of each required submittal; submit 4 copies where required for maintenance manuals. The Architect will retain one, and will return the others marked with action taken and corrections or modifications required.

1. Unless noncompliance with Contract Document provisions is observed, the submittal

may serve as the final submittal.

C. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittal to installers, and others required for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms. Do not proceed with installation until an applicable copy of Product Data is in the installer=s possession.

1. Do not permit use of unmarked copies of Product Data in connection with

construction. 1.08 Samples: Submit full-size Samples cured and finished as specified and identical to the

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product proposed. Mount, display, or package samples to facilitate review. Prepare samples to match the Architect=s sample. Include the following.

General description. Source. Product name or name of manufacturer. Compliance with recognized standards. Availability and delivery time.

A. Submit samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture, for a final check of these

characteristics, and a comparison of these characteristics between the final submittal and the component as delivered and installed. Where variations are inherent in the product, submit multiple units that show limits of the variations.

1. Refer to other Sections for samples that illustrate details of assembly, fabrication

techniques, workmanship, connections, operation and similar characteristics. 2. Refer to other Sections for samples to be returned for incorporation in the work.

Such samples must be undamaged at time of use. On the transmittal, indicate special requests regarding the disposition of sample submittals.

B. Preliminary Submittals: Where samples are for selection of characteristics from a range of

choices, submit a full set of choices for the product. Preliminary submittals will be reviewed and returned indicating selection and other action.

C. Submittals: Except for Samples illustrating assembly details, workmanship, fabrication

techniques, connections, operation and similar characteristics, submit 3 sets; one will be returned marked with the action taken. Maintain sample sets at the Project site, for quality comparisons.

1. Unless noncompliance with Contract Document provisions is observed, the submittal

may serve as the final submittal. 2. Sample sets may be used to obtain final acceptance of the construction associated

with each set. 1.09 Distribution: Prepare additional sets for subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators,

installers, and others as required for performance. Show distribution on transmittal forms. 1.10 Architect=s Action: Except for submittals for record, information of similar purposes, where

action and return is required, the Architect will review each submittal, mark to indicate action taken, and return. Compliance with specified characteristics is the Contractor=s responsibility.

A. Action Stamp: The Architect will stamp each submittal with a self-explanatory action stamp.

The stamp will be appropriately marked to indicate action taken.

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SECTION 01400 -- QUALITY CONTROL SERVICES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 This Section specifies requirements for quality control services. Quality control services

include inspections and tests performed by independent agencies, governing authorities, as well as the Contractor.

1.02 Contractor Responsibilities: Provide inspections and tests specified or required by governing

authorities, except where they are the Owner=s responsibility, or are provided by another entity; services include those specified to be performed by an independent agency not by the Contractor. Costs are included in the Contract.

A. Employ and pay an independent agency, to perform quality control services.

B. The Owner will engage and pay for services of an independent agency to perform

inspections and tests specified as the Owner=s responsibility.

1. Where the Owner has engaged an agency for testing and inspection part of the work, and the Contractor is also required to engage an entity for the same element, the Contractor shall not employ the entity engaged by the Owner, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Owner.

C. Retesting: The Contractor is responsible for retesting where results prove unsatisfactory and

do not indicate compliance with Contract Documents, regardless of whether the original test was the Contractor=s responsibility.

1. Cost of retesting construction revised or replaced by the Contractor is the

Contractor=s responsibility, where required tests were performed on original construction.

D. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with agencies performing inspections

or tests and provide auxiliary services as requested. Notify the agency in advance of operations to permit assignment of personnel. Auxiliary services include but are not limited to:

1. Provide access to the work and furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to

facilitate inspections and tests. 2. Take representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the agency in

taking samples. 3. Provide facilities for storage and curing of samples, and deliver samples to testing

laboratories. 4. Provide a preliminary design mix proposed for use for material mixes that require

control by the testing agency. 5. Provide security and protection of samples and test equipment at the Project site.

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1.03 Duties of the Testing Agency: The agency engaged to perform inspections, and testing of

materials and construction shall cooperate with the Architect and Contractor in performance of its duties, and provide qualified personnel to perform inspections and tests.

A. The agency shall notify the Architect and Contractor promptly of deficiencies observed

during performance of its services.

B. The agency is not authorized to release, revoke, alter or enlarge requirements to the Contract Documents, or approve or accept any portion of the work.

1.04 Coordination: The Contractor and each agency engaged to perform inspections and tests

shall coordinate the sequence of activities to accommodate services with a minimum of delay. The Contractor and each agency shall coordinate activities to avoid removing and replacing construction to accommodate inspections and tests.

A. The Contractor is responsible for scheduling inspections, tests, taking samples and similar

activities. 1.05 Submittals: The testing agency shall submit a certified written report of each inspection and

test to the Architect, in duplicate, unless the Contractor is responsible for the service. If the Contractor is responsible, submit a certified written report of each inspection and test through the Contractor, in duplicate.

A. Submit additional copies of each report to the governing authority, when the authority so

directs.

B. Report Data: Written reports of each inspection or test shall include, but not be limited to:

Date of issue. Project title and number. Name, address and telephone number of testing agency. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections. Names of individuals making the inspection or test. Designation of the work and test method. Identification of product and Specification Section. Complete inspection or test data. Test results and an interpretation of test results. Ambient conditions at the time of sample-taking and testing. Comments or professional opinion as to whether inspected or tested work complies

with Contract Document requirements. Name and signature of laboratory inspector. Recommendations on retesting.

C. Qualification for Service Agencies: Engage inspection and testing agencies which are

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prequalified as complying with ARecommended Requirements for Independent Laboratory Qualification@ by the American Council of Independent Laboratories, and specialize in the types of inspections and tests to be performed.

1. Each inspection and testing agency engaged shall be authorized to operate in the

State in which the Project is located.

D. Repair and Protection: Upon completion of inspection and testing, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes to eliminate deficiencies. Comply with requirements for ACutting and Patching.@

1. Protect construction exposed by or for quality control service activities, and protect

repaired construction. 2. The Contractor is responsible for repair and protection regardless of the assignment

of responsibility for inspection and testing. SECTION 01500 -- TEMPORARY FACILITIES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Summary: This section specifies temporary service and facilities, including utilities,

construction and support facilities, security and protection. Provide facilities ready for use. Maintain, expand and modify as needed. Remove when no longer needed, or replaced by permanent facilities.

1.02 Use Charges: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities are not chargeable to the Owner

or Architect, and will not be accepted as a basis of claims for a Change Order. 1.04 Conditions of Use: Keep facilities clean and neat. Operate in a safe and efficient manner.

Take necessary fire prevention safe and efficient manner. Do not overload, or permit facilities to interfere with progress. Do not allow hazardous, dangerous or unsanitary conditions, or public nuisances to develop or persist on the site.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Temporary Utility Installation: Engage the local utility company to install temporary service or

connect to existing service. Arrange for a time when service can be interrupted to make connections. Provide adequate capacity at each stage of construction. Prior to temporary utility availability, provide trucked-in services.

A. Water Service: Install water service and distribution piping of sizes and pressures adequate

for construction. Sterilize water piping prior to use. Provide 3/4" heavy-duty, rubber hoses 100 ft. long with shut-off nozzle at each outlet.

B. Electric Power Services: Provide weatherproof, grounded electric power service and

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distribution system of sufficient size, capacity, and power characteristics. Include meters, transformers, overload protected disconnects, automatic ground-fault interrupters and main distribution switch gear. Install service underground.

1. Power Distribution System: Install wiring overhead, and rise vertically where least

exposed to damage. 2. Electrical Outlets: Provide properly configured NEMA polarized outlets. Provide

outlets equipped with ground-fault circuit interrupters, reset button and pilot light for connection of power tools and equipment.

3. Electrical Power Cords: Provide grounded extension cords; use Ahard-service@ cords where exposed to traffic.

C. Lighting: Provide temporary lighting with local switching to fulfill security requirements and

provide illumination for construction operations and traffic conditions.

1. Lamps and Light Fixtures: Provide general service incandescent lamps. Provide guard cages or tempered glass enclosures, where exposed to breakage. Provide exterior rated fixtures where exposed to moisture.

D. Telephones: Provide temporary telephone service for personnel engaged in construction.

Provide a separate line for each office and first aid station. At each telephone, post a list of important telephone numbers.

E. Sewers and Drainage: If sewers are available, provide temporary connections to remove

effluent. If sewers are not available or cannot be used, provide drainage ditches, dry wells, stabilization ponds or similar facilities.

1. Filter out construction debris and other contaminants that might clog sewers or

pollute waterways before discharge. 3.02 Temporary Construction and Support Facilities Installation: Locate for easy access.

Maintain facilities until Substantial completion. Remove prior to substantial Completion. Personnel remaining after substantial completion will be permitted to use permanent facilities, under conditions acceptable to the Owner.

3.03 Temporary Heat: Provide temporary heat for curing or drying of completed installations or

protection of installed construction from adverse effects of low temperatures or high humidity. Select equipment that will not have a harmful effect on completed installations; heating units shall have been tested and labeled by UL, FM or another recognized trade association related to the type of fuel used. Coordinate ventilation requirements to produce the ambient condition required.

3.04 Field Offices: Provide insulated, weather-tight offices of size to accommodate personnel.

Provide heated and air-conditioned prefabricated units of similar construction, on adequate foundations, with lockable entrances, operable windows and serviceable finishes.

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3.05 Storage and Fabrication Sheds: Install sheds, equipped to accommodate materials and

equipment involved. Sheds may be open shelters or enclosed spaces within the building. 3.06 Sanitary facilities including temporary toilets, wash facilities and drinking water fixtures:

Comply with regulations and health codes for the type, number, location, operation and maintenance of fixtures. Install where facilities will best serve the Project. Provide toilet tissue, paper towels, paper cups and similar disposable materials for each facility. Provide covered waste containers for used material.

3.07 Toilets: Install self-contained single-occupant toilet units of the chemical, aerated

recirculation, or combustion type, properly vented and fully enclosed with a glass fiber reinforced polyester shell or similar nonabsorbent material. Use of pit-type privies will not be permitted.

3.08 Drinking Water Facilities: Provide containerized tap-dispenser bottled-water type drinking

water units. 3.09 Dewatering Facilities and Drains: For temporary drainage and dewatering operations not

associated with construction, comply with requirements of applicable Division -2 Sections. Where feasible, utilize the same facilities. Maintain excavations and construction free of water.

3.10 Temporary Enclosures: Provide temporary enclosure for protection of construction from

exposure, foul weather, other construction operations and similar activities. Where heat is needed and the building enclosure is incomplete, provide enclosures where there is no other provision for containment of heat. Coordinate enclosure with ventilating and material drying or curing requirements to avoid dangerous conditions.

3.11 Temporary Lifts and Hoists: Provide facilities for hoisting materials and employees. 3.12 Project Identification and Temporary Signs: Prepare project identification signs max size 4'x8'

on grade B-B High Density Overlay Plywood; install where indicated. Support on framing of preservative treated wood or steel. Engage an experienced sign painter to apply graphics. Consult with Architect and Owner for information to be displayed on Project Job Sign.

3.13 Collection and Disposal of Waste: Collect waste daily. Comply with NFPA 241 for removal

of combustible waste. Enforce requirements strictly. Handle hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste by containerizing properly. Dispose in a lawful manner.

3.14 Rodent and Pest Control: Retain an exterminator or pest control company to perform

extermination and control procedures so the project will be free of pests at substantial Completion. Perform operations in a lawful manner using environmentally safe materials.

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3.15 Stairs: Provide temporary stairs where ladders are not adequate. Cover finished permanent

stairs with a protective covering so finishes will be undamaged at the time of acceptance. 3.16 Security and Protection Facilities Installation: Except for use of permanent fire protection as

soon as available, do not change permanent facilities until Substantial Completion.

A. Fire Protection: Until fire protection is supplied by permanent facilities, install and maintain temporary fire protection of types needed to protect against predictable and controllable fire losses. Comply with NFPA 10 AStandard for Portable Fire Extinguishers,@ and NFPA 241 AStandard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations and Demolition Operations.@

B. Fire Extinguishers: Provide hand-carried, portable UL-rated, class AA@ fire extinguishers for

temporary offices and similar spaces. In other locations provide hand-carried, portable UL-rated, class AABC@ dry chemical extinguishers. Locate fire extinguishers where effective for the intended purpose, but not less than one on each floor near each usable stairwell.

1. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, temporary fire

protection facilities, stairways and other access routes for fighting fires. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire exposure areas.

2. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations. 3. Provide supervision of welding operations, combustion type temporary heating units,

and sources of fire ignition.

C. Permanent Fire Protection: At the earliest date, complete installation of the permanent fire protection facility, including connected services, and place into operation. Instruct key personnel on use of facilities.

D. Barricades, Warning Signs and Lights: Comply with standards and code requirements for

erection of barricades. Paint appropriate warning signs to inform personnel and the public of the hazard being protected against. Where needed provide lighting, including flashing lights.

E. Security Enclosure and Lockup: Install temporary enclosure of partially completed area of

construction. Provide locking entrances to prevent unauthorized entrance, vandalism and theft. Where materials and equipment must be stored, provide a secure lockup.

F. Environmental Protection: Operate temporary facilities and conduct construction by

methods that comply with environmental regulations, and minimize the possibility that air, waterways and subsoil might be contaminated or polluted. Avoid use of tools and equipment which produce harmful noise. Restrict use of noise making tools and equipment to hours that will minimize complaints.

3.17 Operation: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. Limit availability to

intended use to minimize abuse. Maintain facilities in good operational condition until

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removal. Protect from damage by freezing temperatures and the elements.

A. Maintain operation of enclosures, heating, cooling, humidity control, ventilation and similar facilities on a 24 hour day basis to achieve indicated results and to avoid damage.

B. Prevent piping from freezing. Maintain markers for underground lines. Protect from

damage during excavation operations. 3.18 Termination and Removal: Remove each facility when the need has ended, or replaced by a

permanent facility, or no later than substantial Completion. Complete or restore construction delayed because of interference with the facility. Repair damaged work, clean exposed surfaces and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

SECTION 01600 -- MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Definitions:

A. AProducts@ are items purchased for incorporation in the work whether purchased for the project or taken from previously purchased stock.

1. ANamed Products@ are items identified by manufacturer=s product name, including

make or model designation indicated in the manufacturer=s product literature.

B. AMaterials@ are products that are shaped, cut, worked, mixed, finished, refined or otherwise fabricated, processed, or installed to form a part of the work.

C. AEquipment@ is a product with operational parts, whether motorized or manually operated,

that requires service connections such as wiring or piping. 1.02 Product List Schedule: Prepare a schedule in tabular form showing each product. Include

manufacturers name and proprietary product names for each item. Coordinate the product schedule with the contractor=s Construction Schedule and Schedule of Submittals.

A. Within 60 days of commencement of work, submit 3 copies of the completed product list

schedule. Provide an explanation for omissions, and variations from Contract requirements.

B. The Architect will respond within 2 weeks of receipt of the Schedule. No response in this

time constitutes no objection to products or manufacturers, but does not waive the requirement that products comply with Contract Documents. The Architect=s response will include a list of unacceptable products.

1.03 Source Limitations: To the fullest extent possible, provide products of the same kind, from a

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single source.

A. When the contractor has the option of selecting between two or more products, the product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected.

1.04 Nameplates: Except for required labels and operating data, do not attach manufacturer=s

nameplates or trademarks on surfaces exposed to view in occupied spaces or on the exterior.

A. Equipment Nameplates: Provide a permanent nameplate on each item of service-connected or power operated equipment. Locate on an inconspicuous accessible surface. The nameplate shall contain the following information and essential operating data:

Name of product and manufacturer. Model and serial number Capacity Speed Ratings

1.05 Product Delivery, Storage, and Handling: store and handle products in accordance with

manufacturer=s recommendations, using methods that will prevent damage, deterioration and loss.

A. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage and prevent overcrowding construction

spaces. Coordinate with installation to ensure minimum holding time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged or sensitive to deterioration, theft and other losses.

B. Deliver products in manufacturer=s original sealed container or packaging system, complete

with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting and installing.

C. Inspect products on delivery to ensure compliance with Contract Documents, and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

D. Store products to facilitate inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

Store heavy materials away from the structure in a manner that will not endanger supporting construction.

E. Store products subject to damage by the elements above ground, under cover in a weather-tight enclosure, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. Maintain temperature and humidity within range required by manufacturer=s instructions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 Product Selection: Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, are

undamaged and unused at installation.

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A. Provide products complete with all accessories, trim, finish, safety guards and other devices

and details needed for a complete installation and for the intended use and effect.

B. Standard Products: Where available, provide standard products of types that have been produced and used successfully in similar situations on other projects.

C. Proprietary Specification Requirements: Where only a single product or manufacturer is

named, provide the product indicated. No substitutions will be permitted.

D. Semi-proprietary Specification Requirements: Where two or more products or manufacturers are named, provide one of the products indicated. No substitutions will be permitted.

1. Where products are specified by name, accompanied by the term Aor equal@ comply

with provisions for Asubstitutions@ to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product.

E. Non-Proprietary Specifications: When Specifications list products or manufactures that are available and may be used but do not restrict the Contractor to use of these products only, the Contractor may propose any product that complies with Contract requirements. Comply with provisions for Asubstitutions@ to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product.

F. Descriptive Specification Requirements: Where Specifications describe a product, listing

characteristics required, with or without use of a brand name, provide a product that provides the characteristics and otherwise complies with requirements.

G. Performance Specification Requirements: Where Specifications require compliance with

performance requirements, provide products that comply and are recommended for the application. Manufacturer=s recommendations may be contained in product literature, or by certification of performance.

H. Compliance with Standards: Where Specifications require compliance with a standard,

select a product that complies with the standard specified.

I. Visual Matching: Where Specifications require matching a sample, the Architect=s decision on whether a proposed product matches is final. Where no product matches and complies with other requirements, comply with provisions for Asubstitutions@ for selection of a matching product in another category.

J. Visual Selection: Where requirements include the phrase A...as selected from manufacturer=s

standard colors, patterns, textures...@ or a similar phrase, select a product that complies with the other requirements. The Architect will select color, pattern and texture from the product line selected.

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3.01 Installation of Products: Comply with manufacturer=s instructions and recommendations for

installation of products. Anchor each product securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other work. Clean exposed surfaces and protect to ensure freedom from damage and deterioration at time of Substantial Completion

SECTION 01631 -- PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Substitutions: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipments, and methods of

construction required by Contract equipment, and methods of construction required by Contract Documents proposed by the Contractor after award of the Contract are considered requests for Asubstitutions.@ The following are not considered substitutions:

A. Substitutions requested during the bidding period, and accepted prior to award of Contract.

B. Revisions to Contract Documents requested by the Owner or Architect.

C. Specified options of products and construction methods included in Contract Documents.

D. Compliance with governing regulations and orders issued by governing authorities.

1.02 Submittal: Request for substitution will be considered if received within 60 days after

commencement of the Work. Request received more than 60 days after commencement of the Work may be considered or rejected at the discretion of the Architect.

A. Submit 3 copies of each request for substitution in the form and in accordance with

procedures for Change Order Proposals.

B. Identify the product, or installation method to be replaced in each request. Include related Specification Section and Drawing numbers. Document compliance with requirements for substitutions, and the following information, as appropriate:

C. Product Data, including Drawings and descriptions of products, fabrication and installation

procedures.

D. Samples, where applicable or requested.

E. A comparison of significant qualities of the proposed substitution with those specified.

F. A list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the work and to construction performed by the Owner and separate Contractors that will be necessary to accommodate the proposed substitution.

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G. A statement indicating the substitution=s effect on the Construction Schedule compared to the Schedule without approval of the substitution. Indicate the effect of the proposed substitution on overall contract Time.

H. Cost information, including a proposal of the net change, if any in the contract Sum.

I. Certification that the substitution is equal-to or better in every respect to that required by

Contract Documents, and that it will perform adequately in the application indicated. Include Contractor=s waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may be necessary because of the substitution=s failure to perform adequately.

1.03 Architect=s Action: Within one week of receipt of the request for substitution, the Architect will

request additional information necessary for evaluation. Within 2 weeks of receipt of receipt of the request, or one week of receipt of additional information, whichever is later, the Architect will notify the Contractor of acceptance or rejection. If a decision on use of a substitute cannot be made within the time allocated, use the product specified. Acceptance will be in the form of a Change Order.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 Substitutions: The Contractor=s substitution request will be received and considered by the

Architect when one or more of the following conditions are satisfied, as determined by the Architect; otherwise requests will be returned without action except to record noncompliance with these requirements.

A. Extensive revisions to Contract Documents are not required.

B. Proposed changes are in keeping with the general intent of Contract Documents.

C. The request is timely, fully documented and properly submitted.

D. The request is directly related to an Aor equal@ clause or similar language in the Contract

Documents.

E. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract time. The request will not be considered if the product or method cannon be provided as a result of failure to pursue the work promptly or coordinate activities properly.

F. The specified product or method of construction cannot receive necessary approval by a

governing authority, and the requested substitution can be approved.

G. A substantial advantage is offered the Owner, in terms of cost, time, energy conservation or other considerations of merit, after deducting offsetting responsibilities the Owner may be required to bear. Additional responsibilities for the Owner may include additional compensation to the Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other

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construction by the Owner or separate contractors and similar considerations.

H. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided in a manner that is compatible with other materials, and where the Contractor certifies that the substitution will overcome the incompatibility.

I. The specified product or method of construction cannot be coordinated with other materials,

and where the Contractor certified that the proposed substitution can be coordinated.

J. The specified product or method of construction cannot provide a warranty required by the Contract Documents and where the Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution can provide the required warranty.

2.02 The Contractor=s submittal and Architect=s acceptance of Shop Drawings, Product Data or Samples that relate to construction activities not complying with the Contract Documents does not constitute an acceptable or valid request for substitution, nor does it constitute approval.

SECTION 01700 -- PROJECT CLOSEOUT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Substantial completion: Before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial

Completion, complete the following:

A. In the Application for payment that coincides with the date substantial completion is claimed, show 100 percent completion for the portion of the work claimed substantially complete.

B. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance agreements, final certifications and similar documents.

C. Submit record drawings, maintenance manuals, final project photographs, damage or

settlement survey, property survey, and similar record information.

D. Change-over permanent locks and transmit keys to the Owner.

E. Complete start-up testing of systems, and instruction of the Owner=s personnel. Remove temporary facilities from the site, along with construction tools, mock-ups, and similar elements.

F. Complete final clean up. Touch-up and repair and restore marred exposed finishes.

1.02 Inspection Procedures: On receipt of a request for inspection, the Architect will proceed or

advise the Contractor of unfilled requirements. The Architect will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion following inspection, or advise the Contractor of construction that

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must be completed or corrected before the certificate will be issued.

A. The Architect will repeat inspection when requested and assured that the work has been substantially completed.

B. Results of the completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for final acceptance.

1.03 Final Acceptance: Before requesting inspection for certification of final acceptance and final payment, complete the following:

A. Submit final payment request with releases.

B. Submit a final statement, accounting for changes to the Contract Sum.

C. Submit a copy of the final inspection list stating that each item has been completed or

otherwise resolved for acceptance.

D. Submit final meter readings for utilities, a record of stored fuel, and similar data as of Substantial Completion.

E. Submit consent of surety to final payment.

F. Submit evidence of continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

1.04 Re-inspection Procedure: The Architect will re-inspect the work upon receipt of notice that

the work has been completed, except items whose completion has been delayed because of circumstances acceptable to the Architect.

A. Upon completion of re-inspection, the Architect will prepare a certificate of final acceptance,

or advise the Contractor of work that is incomplete or of obligations that have not been fulfilled but are required for final acceptance.

B. If necessary, re-inspection will be repeated.

1.05 Record Document Submittals: Do not use Record Documents for construction purposes;

protect from loss in a secure location; provide access to record documents for the Architect=s reference.

1.06 Record Drawings: Maintain a clean, undamaged set of blue or black line white-prints of

Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings. Mark-up these drawings to show the actual installation. Mark whichever drawing is most capable of showing conditions accurately. Give particular attention to concealed elements that would be difficult to measure and record at a later date.

A. Organize record drawing sheets into manageable sets, bind with durable paper cover

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sheets, and print suitable titles, dates and other identification on the cover. 1.07 Record Specifications: Maintain one copy of the Project Manual, including addenda. Mark

to show variations in actual work performed in comparison with the Specifications and modifications. Give particular attention to substitutions, selection of options and similar information on elements that are concealed or cannot be readily discerned later by direct observation. Note related record drawing information and Product Data.

A. Upon completion of the work submit record specifications to the Architect for the Owner=s

records.

1.08 Maintenance Manuals: Organize maintenance data into sets of manageable size. Bind in individual heavy duty 2-inch, 3-ring, vinyl-covered binders with pocket folders for folded sheet information. Mark identification on front and spine of each binder. Include the following information:

Emergency instructions. Spare parts list. Copies of warranties. Wiring diagrams. Recommended Aturn around@ cycles. Inspection procedures. Shop Drawings and Product Data. Fixture lamping schedule.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Operating and Maintenance Instructions: Arrange for the installer of equipment that

requires regular maintenance to meet with the Owner=s personnel to provide instruction in proper operation and maintenance. Include a detailed review of the following:

Maintenance manuals Spare parts and materials Tools Lubricants Control sequences Hazards Warranties and bonds Maintenance agreements and similar continuing commitments.

As part of instruction for operating equipment, demonstrate the following procedures:

Start-up and shutdown Emergency operations Noise and vibration adjustments

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Safety procedures. 3.02 Final Cleaning: Employ experienced workers for final cleaning. Clean each surface to the

condition expected in a commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Complete the following before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion:

A. Remove labels that are not permanent labels.

B. Clean transparent materials. Remove glazing compound. Replace chipped or broken

glass.

C. Clean exposed hard-surfaced finishes to a dust-free condition, free of stains, films and similar foreign substances. Restore reflective surfaces to their original reflective condition. Leave concrete floors broom clean, vacuum carpeted surfaces.

D. Wipe surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment. Remove excess lubrication.

Clean plumbing fixtures to a sanitary condition. Clean light fixtures and lamps.

E. Clean the site of rubbish, litter and other foreign substances. Sweep paved area; remove stains, spills and other foreign deposits. Rake grounds that are neither paved nor planted to a smooth even-textured surface.

3.03 Pest Control: Engage an experienced exterminator to make a final inspection, and rid the

project of rodents, insects and other pests. 3.04 Removal of Protection: Remove temporary protection and facilities. 3.05 Compliance: Comply with regulations of authorities having jurisdiction and safety standards

for cleaning. Remove waste materials from the site and dispose of in a lawful manner. SECTION 01740 WARRANTIES AND BONDS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Standard Product Warranties are preprinted written warranties published by individual

manufacturers for particular products and are specifically endorsed by the manufacturer to the Owner.

1.02 Special Warranties are written warranties required by or incorporated in Contract

Documents, to extend time limits provided by standard warranties or to provide greater rights for the Owner.

Refer to the General Conditions for term of the Contractor=s special warranty of workmanship and materials.

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Requirements for warranties for products and installations that are specified to be warranted, are included in the individual Sections of Divisions 2 through 16.

1.03 Disclaimers and Limitations: Manufacturer=s disclaimers and limitations on product

warranties do not relieve the Contractor of the warranty of the work that incorporates the products, nor does it relieve suppliers, manufacturers, and Subcontractors required to countersign special warranties with the Contractor.

1.04 Related Damages and Losses: When correcting warranted work that has failed, remove and

replace other work that has been damaged as a result of such failure or that must be removed and replaced to provide access for correction of warranted work.

1.05 Reinstatement of Warranty: When work covered by a warranty has failed and been

corrected, reinstate the warranty by written endorsement. The reinstated warranty shall be equal to the original warranty with an equitable adjustment for depreciation.

1.06 Replacement Cost: On determination that work covered by a warranty has failed, replace or

rebuild the work to an acceptable condition complying with requirements of Contract Documents. The Contractor is responsible for the cost of replacing or rebuilding defective work regardless of whether the Owner has benefited from use of the work through part of its useful service life.

1.07 Owner=s Recourse: Written warranties made to the Owner are in addition to implied

warranties, and shall not limit duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise available under the law, nor shall warranty periods be interpreted as limitations on time in which the Owner can enforce such other duties, obligations, rights, or remedies.

A. Rejection of Warranties: The Owner reserves the right to reject warranties and limit selections

to products with warranties not in conflict with requirements of the Contract Documents.

B. The Owner reserves the right to refuse to accept work where a special warranty, or similar commitment is required, until evidence is presented that entities required to countersign commitments are willing to do so.

1.08 Submit written warranties to the Architect prior to the date certified for Substantial

Completion. If the Architect=s Certificate of Substantial Completion designates a commencement date for warranties other than the date of Substantial Completion, submit written warranties on the Architect=s request.

A. When a designated portion of the work is completed and occupied or used, by separate

agreement with the Contractor during the construction period, submit properly executed warranties to the Architect within fifteen days of completion of that designated portion of the work.

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B. When a special warranty is to be executed by the Contractor, or the Contractor and a subcontractor, supplier or manufacturer, prepare a written document that contains appropriate terms and identification, ready for execution by the required parties. Submit a draft to the Owner through the Architect for approval prior to final execution.

C. Bind warranties and bonds in heavy-duty, commercial quality, durable 3-ring vinyl covered

loose-leaf binders, thickness as necessary to accommodate contents, and sized to receive 8-2" by 11" paper.

1. Provide heavy paper dividers with celluloid covered tabs for each warranty. Mark

the tab to identify the product or installation. Provide a typed description of the product or installation, including the name of the product and the name, address and telephone number of the installer.

2. Identify each binder on the front and the spine with the typed or printed title AWARRANTIES AND BONDS, the Project title or name, and the name of the Contractor.

3. When multiple operating and maintenance manuals are required for warranted construction, provide additional copies of each warranty, as necessary, for inclusion in each required manual.

End of DIVISION 1 - GENERAL CONDITIONS