SCHEDULE - Veterans Affairs



TC "PART I - THE SCHEDULE" \l 1TC "SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM" \l 1TC "SF 1442 SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Construction, Alteration, or Repair)" \l 2 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION3. DATE ISSUEDPAGE OF PAGES4. CONTRACT NUMBER5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER6. PROJECT NUMBER7. ISSUED BYCODE8. ADDRESS OFFER TOa. NAMEb. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date)12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS? (If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)12b. CALENDAR DAYS13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014)STANDARD FORM 1442Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 52.236-1(d)SOLICITATION, OFFER,AND AWARD(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)SOLICITATIONSOLICITATIONIMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.9. FOR INFORMATION CALL:NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".SEALED BID (IFB)NEGOTIATED (RFP)11. The Contractor shall begin performance within ____________ calendar days and complete it within ____________ calendar days after receivingaward,notice to proceed. This performance period ismandatorynegotiable. (See _____________________________).YESNOa.Sealed offers in original and ___________________copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________(hour) local time _____________________ (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealedenvelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, the date and time offers are due.b.An offer guarantee is,is not required.c.All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference. .d.Offers providing less than _______________________ calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.1VA786-16-R-0109X02-05-2016874-M&R16-0143C1Department of Veterans AffairsNCA Contracting Service75 Barrett Heights Rd. Suite 309Stafford VA 22556Department of Veterans AffairsNCA Contracting Service75 Barrett Heights Rd. Suite 309Stafford VA 22556Joselito Roman540-658-7213The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed Price contractfor the item(s) listed within line 1, base bid. It is the intent of the Government to make award without discussionfor this Request for Proposal (RFP). Line item 1, Base Bid: Contractor shall furnish all tools, labor, materials, equipment, and professionaldesign services in order to install a new EPDM roofing system on Utility building, #3001, at Fort HarrisonNational Cemetery, 8620 Varina Road, Richmond, VA 23231. The Offeror shall include all Federal, State, and Local taxes in their proposal, as per Federal Acquisition Regulation(FAR) clause 52.229-4. The Government will not issue any tax exempt certificates. To be eligible for award the Offeror must be registered as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) inthe following websites: . All proposals will be submitted through the Department of Veterans Affairs vendor portal website atvendorportal.ecms.. Review this solicitation for additional details. Solicitation closes on February 25, 2016 2:00 PM EST. NACIS Code: 236220 Size Standard is $36.5 Million The cost range for this solicitation is between $25,000 and $100,000.the award for this future contract is subject to the availability of Fiscal Year 16 funds. 10 180x52.211-10X02-23-2016X 14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR15. TELEPHONE NUMBER16. REMITTANCE ADDRESSCODEFACILITY CODE17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of the solicitation, if this offer isaccepted by the Government in writing within __________ calendar days after the date offers are due.AMOUNTS18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTSAMENDMENTNUMBERDATE.20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER20b. SIGNATURE20c. OFFER DATE21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:22. AMOUNT23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN INITEM25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( ) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a) ( ) 26. ADMINISTERED BY27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BYPHONE:FAX:28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT29. AWARDYourContractor agreesoffer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. Thisto furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identifiedaward consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Governmenton this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated insolicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further cont-this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contractractual document is necessary.shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c)the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporatedby reference in or attached to this contract.30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICERTO SIGN30b. SIGNATURE30c. DATE31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA31c. AWARD DATEBYOFFERAWARDSTANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK (Include ZIP Code)(Include area code)(Include only if different than Item 14.)(Insert any number equal to or greater thanthe minimum requirement stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)(Type or print)(4 copies unless otherwise specified)(Type or print)(Type or print)(Contractor is required to sign thisdocument and return _______ copies to issuing office.)(Contractor is not required to sign this document.)(Must be fully completed by offeror)(To be completed by Government)CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE 43C1Department of Veterans AffairsNCA Contracting Service75 Barrett Heights Rd. Suite 309Stafford VA 2255643C1 1-877-752-0900Joselito RomanContracting Officer Table of Contents TOC \o "1-4" \f \h \z \u \x PART I - THE SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc443461571 \h 1SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM PAGEREF _Toc443461572 \h 1SF 1442 SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Construction, Alteration, or Repair) PAGEREF _Toc443461573 \h 1SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc443461574 \h 6A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc443461575 \h 6ITEM INFORMATION PAGEREF _Toc443461576 \h 6INFORMATION REGARDING BIDDING MATERIAL, BID GUARANTEE AND BONDS PAGEREF _Toc443461577 \h 7SECTION 01 00 02 PAGEREF _Toc443461578 \h 16GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (MINOR NCA PROJECTS) PAGEREF _Toc443461579 \h 16SECTION 01 33 23 PAGEREF _Toc443461580 \h 28SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES PAGEREF _Toc443461581 \h 28SECTION 01 42 19 PAGEREF _Toc443461582 \h 32REFERENCE STANDARDS PAGEREF _Toc443461583 \h 32Section 02 41 10 PAGEREF _Toc443461584 \h 44DEMOLITION AND SITE CLEARING PAGEREF _Toc443461585 \h 44SECTION 06 10 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461586 \h 47ROUGH CARPENTRY PAGEREF _Toc443461587 \h 47SECTION 07 22 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461588 \h 56ROOF AND DECK INSULATION PAGEREF _Toc443461589 \h 56SECTION 07 53 23 PAGEREF _Toc443461590 \h 64ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER ROOFING PAGEREF _Toc443461591 \h 64SECTION 07 60 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461592 \h 75FLASHING AND SHEET METAL PAGEREF _Toc443461593 \h 75SECTION 07 84 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461594 \h 93FIRESTOPPING PAGEREF _Toc443461595 \h 93INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS PAGEREF _Toc443461596 \h 992.1 52.222-5 CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS—SECONDARY SITE OF THE WORK (MAY 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461597 \h 1022.2 52.222-23 NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSTRUCTION (FEB 1999) PAGEREF _Toc443461598 \h 1032.3 52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461599 \h 1042.4 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995) PAGEREF _Toc443461600 \h 1052.5 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) PAGEREF _Toc443461601 \h 1052.6 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING-- MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUN 2011) PAGEREF _Toc443461602 \h 105REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS PAGEREF _Toc443461603 \h 1073.1 52.203-98 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS—REPRESENTATION (DEVIATION) (FEB 2015) PAGEREF _Toc443461604 \h 1073.2 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461605 \h 1073.3 52.209-5 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING AN UNPAID TAX LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY FEDERAL LAW (DEVIATION)(MAR 2012) PAGEREF _Toc443461606 \h 111GENERAL CONDITIONS PAGEREF _Toc443461607 \h 1124.1 52.203-99 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS (DEVIATION) (FEB 2015) PAGEREF _Toc443461608 \h 1124.2 52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461609 \h 1124.3 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984) ALTERNATE I (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461610 \h 1124.4 52.219-28 POST-AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (JUL 2013) PAGEREF _Toc443461611 \h 1134.5 52.222-35 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS (OCT 2015) PAGEREF _Toc443461612 \h 1144.6 52.225-9 BUY AMERICAN—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461613 \h 1144.7 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) PAGEREF _Toc443461614 \h 1174.8 VAAR 852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461615 \h 1194.9 VAAR 852.211-74 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461616 \h 1194.10 VAAR 852.211-75 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461617 \h 1194.11 VAAR 852.219-10 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE (DEC 2009) PAGEREF _Toc443461618 \h 1194.12 VAAR 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2012) PAGEREF _Toc443461619 \h 1214.13 VAAR 852.236-72 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461620 \h 1224.14 VAAR 852.236-74 INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461621 \h 1234.15 VAAR 852.236-76 CORRESPONDENCE (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461622 \h 1234.16 VAAR 852.236-77 REFERENCE TO "STANDARDS" (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461623 \h 1234.17 VAAR 852.236-78 GOVERNMENT SUPERVISION (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461624 \h 1234.18 VAAR 852.236-79 DAILY REPORT OF WORKERS AND MATERIAL (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461625 \h 1244.19 VAAR 852.236-80 SUBCONTRACTS AND WORK COORDINATION (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461626 \h 1244.20 VAAR 852.236-82 PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (WITHOUT NAS) (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461627 \h 1244.21 VAAR 852.236-84 SCHEDULE OF WORK PROGRESS (NOV 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461628 \h 1274.22 VAAR 852.236-85 SUPPLEMENTARY LABOR STANDARDS PROVISIONS (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461629 \h 1284.23 VAAR 852.236-86 WORKER'S COMPENSATION (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461630 \h 1284.24 VAAR 852.236-87 ACCIDENT PREVENTION (SEP 1993) PAGEREF _Toc443461631 \h 1284.25 VAAR 852.236-88 CONTRACT CHANGES--SUPPLEMENT (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461632 \h 1284.26 VAAR 852.236-89 BUY AMERICAN ACT (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461633 \h 1304.27 VAAR 852.236-91 SPECIAL NOTES (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461634 \h 1314.28 VAAR 852.246-74 SPECIAL WARRANTIES (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461635 \h 132Table of Contents TOC \o "1-4" \f \h \z \u \x PART I - THE SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc443461636 \h 1SECTION A - SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM PAGEREF _Toc443461637 \h 1SF 1442 SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Construction, Alteration, or Repair) PAGEREF _Toc443461638 \h 1SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc443461639 \h 7A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc443461640 \h 7ITEM INFORMATION PAGEREF _Toc443461641 \h 7INFORMATION REGARDING BIDDING MATERIAL, BID GUARANTEE AND BONDS PAGEREF _Toc443461642 \h 8SECTION 01 00 02 PAGEREF _Toc443461643 \h 17GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (MINOR NCA PROJECTS) PAGEREF _Toc443461644 \h 17SECTION 01 33 23 PAGEREF _Toc443461645 \h 29SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES PAGEREF _Toc443461646 \h 29SECTION 01 42 19 PAGEREF _Toc443461647 \h 33REFERENCE STANDARDS PAGEREF _Toc443461648 \h 33Section 02 41 10 PAGEREF _Toc443461649 \h 45DEMOLITION AND SITE CLEARING PAGEREF _Toc443461650 \h 45SECTION 06 10 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461651 \h 48ROUGH CARPENTRY PAGEREF _Toc443461652 \h 48SECTION 07 22 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461653 \h 57ROOF AND DECK INSULATION PAGEREF _Toc443461654 \h 57SECTION 07 53 23 PAGEREF _Toc443461655 \h 65ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER ROOFING PAGEREF _Toc443461656 \h 65SECTION 07 60 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461657 \h 76FLASHING AND SHEET METAL PAGEREF _Toc443461658 \h 76SECTION 07 84 00 PAGEREF _Toc443461659 \h 94FIRESTOPPING PAGEREF _Toc443461660 \h 94INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS PAGEREF _Toc443461661 \h 1002.1 52.222-5 CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS—SECONDARY SITE OF THE WORK (MAY 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461662 \h 1032.2 52.222-23 NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSTRUCTION (FEB 1999) PAGEREF _Toc443461663 \h 1042.3 52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461664 \h 1052.4 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995) PAGEREF _Toc443461665 \h 1062.5 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) PAGEREF _Toc443461666 \h 1062.6 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING-- MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUN 2011) PAGEREF _Toc443461667 \h 106REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS PAGEREF _Toc443461668 \h 1083.1 52.203-98 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS—REPRESENTATION (DEVIATION) (FEB 2015) PAGEREF _Toc443461669 \h 1083.2 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461670 \h 1083.3 52.209-5 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING AN UNPAID TAX LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY FEDERAL LAW (DEVIATION)(MAR 2012) PAGEREF _Toc443461671 \h 112GENERAL CONDITIONS PAGEREF _Toc443461672 \h 1134.1 52.203-99 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS (DEVIATION) (FEB 2015) PAGEREF _Toc443461673 \h 1134.2 52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461674 \h 1134.3 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984) ALTERNATE I (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461675 \h 1134.4 52.219-28 POST-AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (JUL 2013) PAGEREF _Toc443461676 \h 1144.5 52.222-35 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS (OCT 2015) PAGEREF _Toc443461677 \h 1154.6 52.225-9 BUY AMERICAN—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014) PAGEREF _Toc443461678 \h 1154.7 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) PAGEREF _Toc443461679 \h 1184.8 VAAR 852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461680 \h 1204.9 VAAR 852.211-74 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461681 \h 1204.10 VAAR 852.211-75 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461682 \h 1204.11 VAAR 852.219-10 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE (DEC 2009) PAGEREF _Toc443461683 \h 1204.12 VAAR 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2012) PAGEREF _Toc443461684 \h 1224.13 VAAR 852.236-72 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461685 \h 1234.14 VAAR 852.236-74 INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461686 \h 1244.15 VAAR 852.236-76 CORRESPONDENCE (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461687 \h 1244.16 VAAR 852.236-77 REFERENCE TO "STANDARDS" (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461688 \h 1244.17 VAAR 852.236-78 GOVERNMENT SUPERVISION (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461689 \h 1244.18 VAAR 852.236-79 DAILY REPORT OF WORKERS AND MATERIAL (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461690 \h 1254.19 VAAR 852.236-80 SUBCONTRACTS AND WORK COORDINATION (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461691 \h 1254.20 VAAR 852.236-82 PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (WITHOUT NAS) (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461692 \h 1254.21 VAAR 852.236-84 SCHEDULE OF WORK PROGRESS (NOV 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461693 \h 1284.22 VAAR 852.236-85 SUPPLEMENTARY LABOR STANDARDS PROVISIONS (APR 1984) PAGEREF _Toc443461694 \h 1294.23 VAAR 852.236-86 WORKER'S COMPENSATION (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461695 \h 1294.24 VAAR 852.236-87 ACCIDENT PREVENTION (SEP 1993) PAGEREF _Toc443461696 \h 1294.25 VAAR 852.236-88 CONTRACT CHANGES--SUPPLEMENT (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461697 \h 1294.26 VAAR 852.236-89 BUY AMERICAN ACT (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461698 \h 1314.27 VAAR 852.236-91 SPECIAL NOTES (JUL 2002) PAGEREF _Toc443461699 \h 1324.28 VAAR 852.246-74 SPECIAL WARRANTIES (JAN 2008) PAGEREF _Toc443461700 \h 133SCHEDULEA.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULEITEM INFORMATIONITEM NUMBERDESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICESQUANTITYUNITUNIT PRICEAMOUNT0001Product Number: Roof Repair - Ft Harrison1.00ea.$___________$_________________GRAND TOTAL$_________________INFORMATION REGARDING BIDDING MATERIAL, BID GUARANTEE AND BONDSBidding Materials: All materials shall be new. Contractor shall submit for approval the manufacture’s literature and specifications for approval.Bonding Requirements: No bid guarantee is required for this project. Per FAR 28.102-1 (b0 (1) construction contracts greater than $30,000, but not greater than $150,000, the contracting officer shall select two or more payment protections, giving particular consideration to inclusion of an irrevocable letter of credit as one of the selected alternatives. Submission of the payment protection is required within 10 days of the contract award and shall provide protection for the full contract performance period plus a one year period. For the protection of the Government, the penal amount of the performance bond will be 100% of the original contract price and 100% of any contract price increases. Refer to FAR 52.228-13 Alternate Payment Protection for additional information.Scope of Work: Contractor shall furnish all tools, labor, materials, equipment, and professional design services in order to install a new EPDM roofing system on utility building, #3001, at Fort Harrison National Cemetery, 8620 Varina Road, Richmond, VA 23231. All work will be in accordance with the Department of Veteran Affairs’ construction requirements, Federal, California, and local codes requirements. A. General Requirements: Prior to bidding, Offerors are strongly encouraged to survey the project area in order to fully grasp the scope of work and all set requirements. Offerors are required to submit any questions or clarifications prior to the bid. A submitted proposal shall state that the work performed shall meet the requirements based on the existing conditions in the field. This contract is design-build, and therefore shall require a professional design firm that specializes in roofing and structural systems. Contractor shall submit the firm name and qualifications prior to the start of construction. For all items below and prior to fabrication/installation, the contractor shall have all submittals reviewed and stamped by the designer. B. EPDM Roofing System:Reference attached pictures entitled Existing Roof Picture #1, Existing Roof Picture #2, and Existing Roof Picture #3. These pictures show the existing roof systems, mechanical/plumbing/electrical installations, and other conditions of the work. These pictures are not inclusive of the full system requiring replacement nor does it provide the full scope of the mechanical/plumbing/electrical installations.Existing Roof Picture #1Existing Roof Picture #2Existing Roof Picture #3Provide all design and construction equipment/materials in order to be able to demolish existing roof system and install a new EPDM roofing system at:Utility building (bldg.. #3001), approximately 850 SF. Building is listed with their approximate square feet (SF) of usable interior space. Contract shall include all costs for the actual square feet of roof area to be designed and installed as part of this contract. Demolish existing roof system including membrane, flashing, wood sheathing, and insulation down to structural system. Disconnect and reconnect electrical/mechanical items on the existing roof. Once demolition is completed, contractor shall have their design firm review the structural members and provide advisement for any structural repairs deemed necessary. Contractor shall make repairs deemed necessary by utilizing the Change Clause FAR 52.243 in this contract. Clean and prepare tin roof to receive new roof system.Install new CDX treated 8/8” thick plywood sheathing.Flash all walls, vents, curbs, penetrations pockets and other penetrations for a complete system. Water table (outboard of the parapet) to receive the same roof system as the main roof.Install termination bar and /or counter flashing at all flashing terminations.Shop fabricate and install new metal details per all applicable codes. Metal Edge: 24 ga. Kynar finished metal in owner’s selection of standard colorsCoping: 24 ga. Kynar finished metal in owner’s selection of standard colors @ all walls. Coping is to be installed with 22ga. Continuous cleat shall be in compliance with wind uplift regulations. Counter flashing if thru-wall, shall be new at the water table outboard of the parapet. 24 ga Kynar steel shall be used. Utilize the most up to date NCA Design Guides and AE submission requirement documents. Drawings must be signed and sealed by a professional engineer in the state where the work is to take place.Contractor shall submit drawings and specifications package as detailed below. Contractor shall perform construction period services as specified.C. Final Construction Documents:Submit package per the table below. Use standard mail service to deliver the quantities of complete sets of specifications, drawings, and cost estimates to the below address list. Final construction documents are due 10 days after the 100% design review meetings.Quantity Address List1 Full Size + 1 Half Size +1 set of specifications + 1 CD electronic setRico SilvettiProject EngineerDepartment of Veterans AffairsNational Cemetery AdministrationNorth Atlantic District5000 Wissahickon AvePhiladelphia, PA 191441 Full Size + 1 Half Size +1 set of specifications + 1 CD electronic setJanice HillFort Harrison National Cemetery8620 Varina Rd, Henrico, VA 23231If submitting package electronically, offerors can email the package to rico.silvetti@ (email must be less than 8mb only).D. Submittal Letter: A/E shall provide a submittal letter stating that the changes and corrections noted on the previous review have all been evaluated and incorporated in the documents submitted for the final submission. List these documents.E Seal of A/E: Each Contract Drawing shall bear the seal and signature of the registered professional architect or engineer responsible for its design. The seal and signature shall be affixed for the final scheduled review stage of each phase of the Construction Documents section. Before the final contract documents are issued for bidding, a principal of the A/E firm under contract to the VA will be required to provide a signed certification that all drawings and calculations have been properly signed and sealed by the appropriate individual for each discipline, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the local state licensing authority. This certification shall be forwarded to the Contracting Officer upon the completion of the contract documents. F. Contract Specification: Contract specifications shall be bound and have a clear plastic front and back cover (spiral bound as made by GPC).G. Cost Estimate: Contractor shall submit a cost estimate which matches their bid for this contract. This shall serve as the basis for payment during the project in accordance with the FAR/VAAR clauses for payment which are included as part of this contract. H. Design Calculations: A final set of design calculations shall be submitted when appropriate.I. CD Requirements: When required, the A/E shall provide all construction documents as follows. The CD or CD’s shall include final specifications, drawings, and final construction cost estimate. The format is as follows: Specifications – Word & PDF; Drawings- AutoCAD & PDF; Cost Estimates – Excel & PDF. CONSTRUCITON PERIOD SERVICE REQUIREMENTSReview of Contractor’s Cost Proposal: Review and evaluate cost proposals submitted by contractor. A/E will provide written analysis specifically citing areas of excess costs (labor, materials, etc.) or omission of key requirements of the contract. The A/E should reference and compare costs for items as listed in the A/E’s final cost estimate.Review of Submittals: A/E shall review all materials submittals, shop drawings and test reports (if required) and returned to the COR within 10 calendar days.Review Analysis of Change Orders Request for Information (RFI) and Costs: A/E shall provide prompt response when contacted by the COR to review and provide analysis of change orders, RFI and costs.Site Visits: When requested by the COR, A/E shall provide two (2) half days of four (4) hours each for site visits, this also includes final inspection. Please include price for additional site visits if required by the COR. Written meeting minutes and recommendations shall be provided to the VA by the close of business on the following workday. Digital photo of site visits are required. Photos shall be prepared in word document format, filed copy by certified mail or emailed via MS Exchange. If photos are urgently required contractor may fax the photos to the COR. “As-Built” Drawing Requirements: A/E shall provide a complete set of AutoCAD Drawings on CD and Mylar’s showing actual completed construction with any additional changes incorporated in the work. The VA shall provide marked-up prints to the A/E showing actual construction with any changes that has occurred during construction. The CD shall also include final specifications, final estimate and digital photos. The format is as follows:Specifications - Word & PDFDrawings- AutoCAD & PDFCost Estimates – Excel & PDF.MATERIALS TO BE FURNISHED TO THE A/E BY THE VAPrints of the station site, utility drawings and building floor plans may or may not be available. The accuracy of these drawings is not guaranteed and shall be used only for general information. Actual conditions must be filed verified by the A/E. Download from Technical Information Library (TIL) copies of the Master Construction Specifications list and unedited copies of each specification section applicable to this project as determined by the A/E. Consult the NCA design guides and master specifications found at construction/index.aspA/E submission instructions for NCA projects can be found at construction/index.aspWhere differences between the above specified deliverables and those in the A/E submission instructions in the website above, those specified above in this scope of work shall govern. CADD deliverables conform to the VHA National CAD Standard Application Guide. Available on line TIL (Technical Information Library) of Facility Management Web SiteArchitect/Engineer InformationCADD Deliverables guidelinesGeneral GuidelinesOne copy of the legal documents and bidding forms applicable to this project. Contact the Contracting Officer for this information.Federal Standards 376 B preferred metrics units, Metric Guide for Federal Construction First Edition. Available on line TIL (Technical Information Library) of Facility Management Web SiteTIL (Technical Information Library)MetricMetric Guide for Federal Construction (4-93) (MS Word)Estimate work sheet (HO-18B) December 1995 available on line TIL (Technical Information Library) of Facility Management Web SiteCost Estimate Cost Estimate Cost Estimate worksheet Form HO-18BTopic 2, Drawings VA Program Guide PG-18-3, available on line TIL (Technical Information Library) of Facility Management Web SiteArchitect/Engineer InformationDesign submission requirementsProcedures (Design & Construction)Topic 2 DrawingsThe A/E shall specify in the construction design specifications, the use of the maximum practicable amount of recovered materials consistent with the performance requirements, availability, price reasonableness, and cost –effectiveness. The A/E shall also consider energy conservation, pollution prevention, and waste reduction to the maximum extent practicable in developing the construction design specifications. Energy-consuming products must comply with the following applicable requirements. When acquiring energy-consuming products listed in the ENERGY STAR? Program or Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP):(i) Agencies shall purchase ENERGY STAR? or FEMP-designated products; and (ii) For products that consume power in a standby mode and are listed on FEMP’s Low Standby Power Devices product listing, agencies shall— (A) Purchase items which meet FEMP’s standby power wattage recommendation or document the reason for not purchasing such items; or (B) If FEMP has listed a product without a corresponding wattage recommendation, purchase items which use no more than one watt in their standby power consuming mode. When it is impracticable to meet the one watt requirement, agencies shall purchase items with the lowest standby wattage practicable; and (iii) Information is available via the Internet about— (A) ENERGY STAR? at ; and (B) FEMP at 01 00 02GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (MINOR NCA PROJECTS)SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTORContractor is responsible to download and produce copies of drawings for their use.CONSTRUCTION SECUIRTY REQUIREMENTSSecurity Plan:The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.The General Contractor is responsible for assuring that all sub- contractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.Security Procedures:General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the site without following the procedures approved by the COR.They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.For working outside the “regular hours” as defined in the contract, The General Contractor shall give 3 days notice to the COR so that appropriate arrangements can be provided for the Cemetery employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the COR.VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order General Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency.The General Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the COR.Guards: NOT USEDKey Control: NOT USEDDocument Control:Before starting any work, the General Contractor/ Sub Contractors shall submit an electronic security memorandum describing the approach to following goals and maintaining confidentiality of “sensitive information”.The General Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.Certain documents, sketches, videos or photographs and drawings may be marked “Law Enforcement Sensitive” or “Sensitive Unclassified”. Secure such information in separate containers and limit the access to only those who will need it for the project. Return the information to the COR upon request.These security documents shall not be removed or transmitted from the project site without the written approval of COR.All paper waste or electronic media such as CD’s and diskettes shall be shredded and destroyed in a manner acceptable to the VA.Notify COR immediately when there is a loss or compromise of “sensitive information”.All electronic information shall be stored in a specified location following VA standards and procedures using an Engineering Document Management Software (EDMS).a. Security, access and maintenance of all project drawings, both scanned and electronic shall be performed and tracked through the EDMS system.b. “Sensitive information” including drawings and other documents may be attached to e-mail provided all VA encryption procedures are followed. F. Motor Vehicle Restrictions 1. Vehicle authorization request shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and such request shall be submitted 24 hours before the date and time of access. Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies.1.3 FIRE SAFETY A. Applicable Publications: Publications listed below form part of this Article to the extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designations only. 1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): E84-2009aSurface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials 2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): 10-2010Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers 30-2008Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code 51B-2009Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work 70-2008National Electrical Code 241-2009Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition OperationsOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for ConstructionB. Fire Safety Plan: Establish and maintain a fire protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1926. Prior to start of work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific fire safety measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to COR/Cemetery Director for review for compliance with contract requirements in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES. Prior to any worker for the contractor or subcontractor’s beginning work, they shall undergo a safety briefing provided by the General Contractor’s competent person per OSHA requirements. This briefing shall include information on the construction limits, safety guidelines, means of egress, break areas, work hours, locations of restrooms, use of NCA equipment, etc. Documentation shall be provided to the COR that individuals have undergone the Contractor’s safety briefing.C. Site and Building Access: Maintain free and unobstructed access to emergency services and for fire, police and other emergency response forces in accordance with NFPA 241.D. Separate temporary facilities, such as trailers, storage sheds, and dumpsters, from existing buildings and new construction by distances in accordance with NFPA 241. For small facilities with less than 6 m (20 feet) exposing overall length, separate by 3m (10 feet).E. Temporary Construction Partitions:NOT USEDF. Temporary Heating and Electrical: Install, use and maintain installations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 70.G. Means of Egress: Do not block exiting for occupied buildings, including paths from exits to roads. Minimize disruptions and coordinate with COR/Cemetery Director.H. Egress Routes for Construction Workers: Maintain free and unobstructed egress. Inspect daily. Report findings and corrective actions weekly to the COR.I. Fire Extinguishers: Provide and maintain extinguishers in construction areas and temporary storage areas in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 10.J. Flammable and Combustible Liquids: Store, dispense and use liquids in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 30.K. Existing Fire Protection: Do not impair automatic sprinklers, smoke and heat detection, and fire alarm systems, except for portions immediately under construction, and temporarily for connections. Request interruptions in accordance with Article, OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS, and coordinate with COR. All existing or temporary fire protection systems (fire alarms) located in construction areas shall be tested as coordinated with the Cemetery. Parameters for the testing and results of any tests performed shall be recorded by the Cemetery and copies provided to the COR.L. Smoke Detectors: Prevent accidental operation. Remove temporary covers at end of work operations each day. Coordinate with COR.M. Hot Work: Perform and safeguard hot work operations in accordance with NFPA 241 and NFPA 51B. Coordinate with COR.N. Fire Hazard Prevention and Safety Inspections: Inspect entire construction areas weekly. Coordinate with, and report findings and corrective actions weekly to COR.O. Smoking: Smoking is prohibited in and adjacent to construction areas inside existing buildings and additions under construction. In separate and detached buildings under construction, smoking is prohibited except in designated smoking rest areas.P. Dispose of waste and debris in accordance with NFPA 241. Remove from the site weekly.Q Perform other construction, alteration and demolition operations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1.4 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREASA. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) on Government premises to areas authorized or approved by the COR. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers and agents, free and harmless from liability of any nature occasioned by the Contractor's performance.B. Temporary buildings (e.g., storage trailers, office trailers) and utilities may be erected by the Contractor only with the approval of the COR and shall be built with labor and materials furnished by the Contractor without expense to the Government. The temporary buildings and utilities shall remain the property of the Contractor and shall be removed by the Contractor at its expense upon completion of the work.C. The Contractor shall, under regulations prescribed by the COR, use only established roadways, or use temporary roadways constructed by the Contractor when and as authorized by the COR. When materials are transported in prosecuting the work, vehicles shall not be loaded beyond the loading capacity recommended by the manufacturer of the vehicle or prescribed by any Federal, State, or local law or regulation. When it is necessary to cross curbs or sidewalks, the Contractor shall protect them from damage. The Contractor shall repair or pay for the repair of any damaged curbs, sidewalks, or roads.D. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be as determined by the COR with agreement of the Cemetery. Contractor parking will be only in areas and on roadways designated and agreed to by the COR in agreement of the Cemetery.E. Workmen are subject to rules of the Cemetery applicable to their conduct.F. Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of Cemetery as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others.1. Do not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.2. Schedule delivery of materials and equipment to immediate construction working areas within buildings in use by the Cemetery in quantities sufficient for not more than two work days. Provide unobstructed access to the Cemetery areas required to remain in operation.3.Where access by Cemetery personnel to vacated portions of buildings is not required, storage of Contractor's materials and equipment will be permitted subject to fire and safety requirements. All such actions shall be coordinated with the Utility Company involved:a. Whenever it is required that a connection fee be paid to a public utility provider for new permanent service to the construction project, for such items as water, sewer, electricity, gas or steam, payment of such fee shall be the responsibility of the Government and not the Contractor.G. Phasing: To insure such executions, the Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate phasing dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. In addition, the Contractor shall notify the COR two weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. Arrange such phasing dates to insure accomplishment of this work in successive phases mutually agreeable to the Cemetery Director, COR and Contractor.H. The Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in affected areas of construction against dust and debris, so that equipment and affected areas to be used in the Cemetery are not affected.K. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for the Cemetery at all times.L. Abandoned Lines: NOT USEDM. To minimize interference of construction activities with flow of Cemetery traffic, comply with the following: 1. Keep roads, walks and entrances to grounds, to parking and to occupied areas of buildings clear of construction materials, debris and standing construction equipment and vehicles. Wherever excavation for new utility lines cross existing roads, at least one lane must be open to traffic at all times. 2. Method and scheduling of required cutting, altering and removal of existing roads, walks and entrances must be approved by the COR.N.Coordinate the work for this contract with other construction operations as directed by COR. This includes the scheduling of traffic and the use of roadways, as specified in Article, USE OF ROADWAYS.O.Coordination of Construction with Cemetery Director: The burial activities at a National Cemetery shall take precedence over construction activities. The Contractor must cooperate and coordinate with the Cemetery Director, through the COR, in arranging construction schedule to cause the least possible interference with Cemetery activities in actual burial areas. Construction noise during the committal services shall not disturb the service. Trucks and workmen shall not pass through the service area during this period.1.The Contractor is required to discontinue his work sufficiently in advance of Easter Sunday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day and/or Federal holidays, to permit him to clean up all areas of operation adjacent to existing burial plots before these dates.2.Cleaning up shall include the removal of all equipment, tools, materials and debris and leaving the areas in a clean, neat condition.P.Dignity Clause:1.Every action by contractor personnel at a national cemetery must be performed with the special care, reverence, dignity, and respect that acknowledges the cemetery as the final resting place that commemorates the service and sacrifice that service members, Veterans and their families made for our Nation. Critically important is the awareness required of the Contractor employees of the remains buried in the grounds where the work is performed. The utmost care must be given to these remains and the headstones and flat grave markers that mark those gravesites and memorialize the service of individuals.2.Contractors cannot walk, stand, lean, sit or jump on headstones or markers.Nor can they drive over them. Contractor personnel should use tools approved by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), such as shovels, pry bars or pinch bars to lift flat markers out of the ground; pick axes are not an acceptable tool.1.5 ALTERATIONSA.Survey: Before any work is started, the Contractor shall make a thorough survey with the COR of buildings, areas in which alterations occur, areas which are anticipated routes of access, and furnish a signed report, to the Contracting Officer. This report shall list:1. Shall note any discrepancies between drawings and existing conditions at side.2. Shall designate areas for working space, materials storage and routes of access to areas for working space, materials storage and routes of access within buildings where alterations occur and which have been agreed upon by Contractor and COR. B.Any items required by drawings to be either reused or relocated or both, found during this survey to be nonexistent, or in opinion of COR, to be in such condition that their use is impossible or impractical, shall be furnished and/or replaced by the Contractor with new items in accordance with specifications which will be furnished by the Government. Provided the contract work is changed by reason of this subparagraph B, the contract will be modified accordingly, under provisions of clause entitled "DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS" (FAR52.236-2) and "CHANGES" (FAR 52.243-4 and VAAR 852.236-88).C.Re-Survey: Thirty days before expected partial or final inspection date, the Contractor and COR together shall make a thorough re-survey of the areas of buildings involved. They shall furnish a report on conditions present compared with conditions of same as noted in first condition survey report.1. Re-survey report shall also list any damage caused by the Contractor to such flooring and other surfaces, despite protection measures; and, will form the basis for determining extent of repair work required of the Contractor to restore damage caused by the Contractor's workmen in executing work of this contract.D.Protection: Provide the following protective measures:2. Temporary protection against damage for portions of existing structures and grounds where work is to be done, materials handled and equipment moved and/or relocated.1.6ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLSNOT USED1.7DISPOSAL AND RETENTIONA. Materials and equipment accruing from work removed and from demolition of buildings or structures, or parts thereof, shall be disposed of as follows:1. Reserved items which are to remain property of the Government are described as such in the scope of work above. Items that remain property of the Government shall be removed or dislodged from present locations in such a manner as to prevent damage which would be detrimental to re-installation and reuse. Store such items where directed by COR.2. Items not reserved shall become property of the Contractor and be removed by Contractor from the Cemetery.3. Items of portable equipment and furnishings located in rooms and spaces in which work is to be done under this contract shall remain the property of the Government. When rooms and spaces are vacated by the Department of Veterans Affairs during the alteration period, such items which are NOT required by drawings and specifications to be either relocated or reused will be removed by the Government in advance of work to avoid interfering with Contractor's operation.1.8PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTSA.The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass) on or adjacent to the work site, which are not to be removed and which do not unreasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so, and shall avoid damaging vegetation that will remain in place. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, or by the careless operation of equipment, or by workmen, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the COR.B.The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements and utilities at or near the work site and on adjacent property of a third party, the locations of which are made known to or should be known by the Contractor. The Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, including those that are the property of a third party, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the COR may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor.1.9 RESTORATIONA.Remove, cut, alter, replace, patch and repair existing work as necessary to install new work. Except as otherwise shown or specified, do not cut, alter or remove any structural work, and do not disturb any ducts, plumbing, steam, gas, water/irrigation or electric work without approval of the COR. Existing work to be altered or extended and that is found to be defective in any way, shall be reported to the COR before it is disturbed. Materials and workmanship used in restoring work, shall conform in type and quality to that of original existing construction, except as otherwise shown or specified.B.Upon completion of contract, deliver work complete and undamaged. Existing work (walls, ceilings, partitions, floors, mechanical and electrical work, landscape stone, lawns, paving, roads, walks, etc.) disturbed or removed as a result of performing required new work, shall be patched, repaired, reinstalled, or replaced with new work, and refinished and left in as good condition as existed before commencing work.C.At the Contractor's own expense, the Contractor shall immediately restore to service and repair any damage caused by the Contractor's workmen to existing installations and improvements.D.Expense of repairs to such utilities and systems not shown on drawings or locations of which are unknown will be covered by adjustment to contract time and price in accordance with clause entitled "CHANGES" (FAR 52.243-4 and VAAR 852.236-88) and "DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS" (FAR 52.236-2).1.10PHYSICAL DATANOT USED1.11PROFESSIONAL SURVEYING SERVICESNOT USED1.12LAYOUT OF WORKNOT USED1.13AS-BUILT DRAWINGSA.The Contractor shall maintain two full size sets of as-built drawings which will be kept current during construction of the project, which will include all contract changes, modifications and clarifications. B.All variations shall be shown in the same general detail as used in the contract drawings. To insure compliance, as-built drawings shall be made available for the COR's review, as often as requested.C.The Contractor shall deliver two approved completed sets of as-built drawings to the COR within 15 calendar days after acceptance of the project by the COR.D.Paragraphs A, B, & C shall also apply to all shop drawings.1.14USE OF ROADWAYSA.For hauling, use only established public roads and designated permanent roads on Cemetery property and, or where authorized by the COR, such existing or Contractor constructed and/or modified temporary roads which are necessary in the performance of contract work. Temporary roads shall be constructed or modified by the Contractor at the Contractor's expense following approved plans that include: construction, operation, maintenance and restoration. When necessary to cross curbing, sidewalks, or similar construction, they must be protected by well-constructed bridges.B.When new permanent roads are to be a part of this contract, the Contractor may construct them immediately to facilitate building operations. These roads may be used by all who have business thereon within zone of building operations.C.When certain buildings (or parts of certain buildings) are required to be completed in advance of general date of completion, all roads leading thereto must be completed and available for use at the time set for completion of such buildings or parts thereof.1.15 COR'S FIELD OFFICENOT USED1.16TEMPORARY USE OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENTNOT USED1.17TEMPORARY TOILETSA.Provide for use of all Contractors’ workers ample temporary sanitary toilet accommodations with suitable sewer and water connections, or when approved by COR provide suitable dry closets where directed. Keep such places clean and free from flies, and all connections and appliances connected therewith are to be removed prior to completion of contract, and premises left perfectly clean. B.Contractor may have for use of the Contractor's workmen, such toilet accommodations as may be assigned to the Contractor by the Cemetery. The Contractor shall keep such places clean and be responsible for any damage done thereto by the Contractor's workmen. Failure to maintain satisfactory condition in toilets will deprive the Contractor of the privilege to use such toilets.1.18 NEW TELEPHONE EQUIPMENTNOT USED1.19 INSTRUCTIONSA.The Contractor shall furnish Maintenance and Operating manuals and verbal instructions when required by the various sections of the specifications and as hereinafter specified.B.Manuals: Maintenance and operating manuals (four copies each) for each separate piece of equipment shall be delivered to the COR coincidental with the delivery of the equipment to the job site. Manuals shall be complete, detailed guides for the maintenance and operation of equipment. They shall include complete information necessary for starting, adjusting, maintaining in continuous operation for long periods of time and dismantling and reassembling of the complete units and sub-assembly components. Manuals shall include an index covering all component parts clearly cross-referenced to diagrams and illustrations. Illustrations shall include "exploded" views showing and identifying each separate item. Emphasis shall be placed on the use of special tools and instruments. The function of each piece of equipment, component, accessory and control shall be clearly and thoroughly explained. All necessary precautions for the operation of the equipment and the reason for each precaution shall be clearly set forth. Manuals must reference the exact model, style and size of the piece of equipment and system being furnished. Manuals referencing equipment similar to but of a different model, style, and size than that furnished will not be accepted.C.Instructions: the Contractor shall provide qualified, factory-trained manufacturers' representatives to give detailed instructions to assigned Department of Veterans Affairs personnel in the operation and complete maintenance for each piece of equipment. All such training will be at the job site. These requirements are more specifically detailed in the various technical sections. Instructions for different items of equipment that are component parts of a complete system; shall be given in an integrated, progressive manner. All instructors for every piece of component equipment in a system shall be available until instructions for all items included in the system have been completed. This is to assure proper instruction in the operation of inter-related systems. All instruction periods shall be at such times as scheduled by the COR and shall be considered concluded only when the COR is satisfied in regard to complete and thorough coverage. The Department of Veterans Affairs reserves the right to request the removal of, and substitution for, any instructor who, in the opinion of the COR, does not demonstrate sufficient qualifications in accordance with requirements for instructors above.1.20RELOCATED EQUIPMENT AND ITEMSA.Contractor shall disconnect, dismantle as necessary, remove and reinstall in new location, all existing equipment and items indicated by symbol "R", stated herein these specifications, or otherwise shown to be relocated by the Contractor.B.Perform relocation of such equipment or items at such times and in such a manner as directed by the COR.C.Suitably cap existing service lines, such as water, drain, gas, air, and/or electrical, whenever such lines are disconnected from equipment to be relocated. Remove abandoned lines in finished areas and cap as specified herein before under paragraph "Abandoned Lines".D.Provide all mechanical and electrical service connections, fittings, fastenings and any other materials necessary for assembly and installation of relocated equipment; and leave such equipment in proper operating condition.E.All service lines such as noted above for relocated equipment shall be in place at point of relocation ready for use before any existing equipment is disconnected. Make relocated existing equipment ready for operation or use immediately after reinstallation.1.21 FINAL ELEVATION PHOTOGRAPHSA.Final photographs shall be taken by a commercial/professional photographer.They shall be taken upon completion, including landscaping.They shall be taken on a clear sunny day at as large a scale as possible to obtain sufficient detail to show depth and toprovide clear, sharp pictures.All images shall become property of the Government.B.Photographs shall be artistically composed showing full front elevations of new columbarium court(s), memorial wall, ossuary, bridge, site features and surrounding landscapes.A minimum of thirty six (36) images shall be taken as per these specifications.C.Minimum digital photo file size for final photos is 20 mb un- interpolated, preferably 52 mb.Submit proofs, via e-mail or web photo gallery, from which the COR and Project Engineer will select the final images for printing.D.Pictures selected by the COR and Project Engineer for printing shall be printed on regular weight paper, matte finish archival grade photographic paper and produced by a RA4 process from the digital image with a minimum 300 PPI. Photographs shall have full picture print with no margin.E.Submit two (2) 400 mm x 500 mm (16 x 20) framed prints and three (3)8 x 10 prints of the final selected photos. Deliver to the COR/Project Manager, in boxes suitable for shipping,F.Submit a CD-ROM to the COR and Project Engineer containing all (minimum 36) final digital photo files.1.Images on CD-ROM shall be recorded in JPEG format with a minimum of 24 bit color and no reduction in actual picture size. Compressed size of the file shall be no less than 80% of the original with no loss of information.2.File names shall contain the date the image was taken, the Project number and a unique sequential identifier.3.The CD-ROM shall also contain an index of all the images contained therein in either a TXT or Microsoft Word format.G.Each of the selected 16 x 20 prints shall be placed in a frame with a minimum 2 inches, maximum 3 inches, of appropriate matting as a border. Provide a selection of 3 different mats and 3 different frames from which the COR will select one mat and one frame style to frame both prints.Preferred frame style is wood molding, matte black finish, box frame, 1-1/8" wide x 7/8-inch deep.H.Place a typewritten self-adhesive identity label on the back of each final print without damage to photograph. PHOTO NUMBER shall be included in both the digital file name on the CD and on the photo print label.I.The following information shall be on the identity-label for photographs:1.PHOTO NUMBER;2.CEMETERY NAME3.LOCATION;4.PROJECT TITLE;5.PROJECT NUMBER;6.DATE TAKEN;7.CONSTRUCTION COMPANY;8.CONTRACT NUMBER.1.22 HISTORIC PRESERVATIONJ.Where the Contractor or any of the Contractor's employees, prior to, or during the construction work, are advised of or discover any possible archeological, historical and/or cultural resources, the Contractor shall immediately notify the COR verbally, and then with a written follow up.1.23 PROJECT HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN K.Prior to commencing any construction, the Contractor shall submit a site specific Project Health and Safety Plan (PHSP). At a minimum, the PHSP shall cover the following topics:1. Organizational structure (including Responsible Persons)2. Site Characterization and Job Hazard Identification3. Site Control and Security4. Training5 PPE6. eat Stress7.Spill Containment8.Decontamination9.Emergency Response10. Trench Safety-END-SECTION 01 33 23SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLESRefer to Articles titled SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION (FAR 52.236-21) and, SPECIAL NOTES (VAAR 852.236-91), in GENERAL CONDITIONS.For the purposes of this contract, samples including laboratory samples to be tested, test reports, certificates, and manufacturers' literature and data shall also be subject to the previously referenced requirements. The following text refers to all items collectively as SUBMITTALS.1-3. Submit for approval, all of the items specifically mentioned under the separate sections of the specification, with information sufficient to evidence full compliance with contract requirements. Materials, fabricated articles and the like to be installed in permanent work shall equal those of approved submittals. After an item has been approved, no change in brand or make will be permitted unless: A. Satisfactory written evidence is presented to, and approved by Contracting Officer, that manufacturer cannot make scheduled delivery of approved item or;B. Item delivered has been rejected and substitution of a suitable item is an urgent necessity or;C. Other conditions become apparent which indicates approval of such substitute item to be in best interest of the Government.1-4. Forward submittals in sufficient time to permit proper consideration and approval action by Government. Time submission to assure adequate lead time for procurement of contract - required items. Delays attributable to untimely and rejected submittals including any laboratory samples to be tested will not serve as a basis for extending contract time for completion.1-5. Submittals will be reviewed for compliance with contract requirements by Architect-Engineer (hired by contractor), and action thereon will be taken by COR on behalf of the Contracting Officer.1-6. Upon receipt of submittals, Architect-Engineer will assign a file number thereto. Contractor, in any subsequent correspondence, shall refer to this file and identification number to expedite replies relative to previously approved or disapproved submittals.1-7. The Government reserves the right to require additional submittals, whether or not particularly mentioned in this contract. If additional submittals beyond those required by the contract are furnished pursuant to request therefor by Contracting Officer, adjustment in contract price and time will be made in accordance with Articles titled CHANGES (FAR 52.243-4) and CHANGES - SUPPLEMENT (VAAR 852.236-88) of the GENERAL CONDITIONS.1-8. Schedules called for in specifications and shown on shop drawings shall be submitted for use and information of Department of Veterans Affairs and Architect-Engineer. However, the Contractor shall assume responsibility for coordinating and verifying schedules. The Contracting Officer and Architect- Engineer assumes no responsibility for checking schedules or layout drawings for exact sizes, exact numbers and detailed positioning of items.1-9. Submittals must be submitted by Contractor only and shipped prepaid. Contracting Officer assumes no responsibility for checking quantities or exact numbers included in such submittals.A.Submit samples in single units unless otherwise specified. Submit shop drawings, schedules, manufacturers' literature and data, and certificates in quadruplicate, except where a greater number is specified.B.Submittals will receive consideration only when covered by a transmittal letter signed by Contractor. Letter shall be sent via first class mail and shall contain the list of items, name of Cemetery, name of Contractor, contract number, applicable specification paragraph numbers, applicable drawing numbers (and other information required for exact identification of location for each item), manufacturer and brand, ASTM or Federal Specification Number (if any) and such additional information as may be required by specifications for particular item being furnished. In addition, catalogs shall be marked to indicate specific items submitted for approval.1. A copy of letter must be enclosed with items, and any items received without identification letter will be considered "unclaimed goods" and held for a limited time only. 2. Each sample, certificate, manufacturers' literature and data shall be labeled to indicate the name and location of the Cemetery, name of Contractor, manufacturer, brand, contract number and ASTM or Federal Specification Number as applicable and location(s) on project. 3. Required certificates shall be signed by an authorized representative of manufacturer or supplier of material, and by Contractor.C.In addition to complying with the applicable requirements specified in preceding Article 1.9, samples which are required to have Laboratory Tests (those preceded by symbol "LT" under the separate sections of the specification shall be tested, at the expense of Contractor, in a commercial laboratory approved by Contracting Officer. 1.Laboratory shall furnish Contracting Officer with a certificate stating that it is fully equipped and qualified to perform intended work, is fully acquainted with specification requirements and intended use of materials and is an independent establishment in no way connected with organization of Contractor or with manufacturer or supplier of materials to be tested. 2.Certificates shall also set forth a list of comparable projects upon which laboratory has performed similar functions during past five years. 3. Samples and laboratory tests shall be sent directly to approved commercial testing -laboratory.4. Contractor shall send a copy of transmittal letter to both COR and to Architect-Engineer simultaneously with submission of material to a commercial testing laboratory. 4b. Contractor shall forward a copy of transmittal letter to COR simultaneously with submission to a commercial testing laboratory.5. Laboratory test reports shall be sent directly to COR for appropriate action. 6. Laboratory reports shall list contract specification test requirements and a comparative list of the laboratory test results. When tests show that the material meets specification requirements, the laboratory shall so certify on test report. 7. Laboratory test reports shall also include a recommendation for approval or disapproval of tested item.D.If submittal samples have been disapproved, resubmit new samples as soon as possible after notification of disapproval. Such new samples shall be marked "Resubmitted Sample" in addition to containing other previously specified information required on label and in transmittal letter.E.Approved samples will be kept on file by the COR at the site until completion of contract, at which time such samples will be delivered to Contractor as Contractor's property. Where noted in technical sections of specifications, approved samples in good condition may be used in their proper locations in contract work. At completion of contract, samples that are not approved will be returned to Contractor only upon request and at Contractor's expense. Such request should be made prior to completion of the contract. Disapproved samples that are not requested for return by Contractor will be discarded after completion of contract.F. Submittal drawings (shop, erection or setting drawings) and schedules, required for work of various trades, shall be checked before submission by technically qualified employees of Contractor for accuracy, completeness and compliance with contract requirements. These drawings and schedules shall be stamped and signed by Contractor certifying to such check.1. For each drawing required, submit one legible photographic paper or vellum reproducible.2. Reproducible shall be full size. 3. Each drawing shall have marked thereon, proper descriptive title, including Cemetery location, project number, manufacturer's number, reference to contract drawing number, detail Section Number, and Specification Section Number. 4. A space 120 mm by 125 mm (4-3/4 by 5 inches) shall be reserved on each drawing to accommodate approval or disapproval stamp. 5. Submit drawings, ROLLED WITHIN A MAILING TUBE, fully protected for shipment. 6. One reproducible print of approved or disapproved shop drawings will be forwarded to Contractor. 7. When work is directly related and involves more than one trade, shop drawings shall be submitted to Architect-Engineer under one cover.1-10. Samples, shop drawings, test reports, certificates and manufacturers' literature and data, shall be submitted for approval to the contractor’s hired Architect-Engineering firm (also discussed in these specifications as Professional Design firm).1-11. At the time of transmittal to the Architect-Engineer, the Contractor shall also send a copy of the complete submittal directly to the COR.1-12. Samples for approval shall be sent to COR. Coordinate address for shipment with the COR.-END-SECTION 01 42 19 REFERENCE STANDARDSPART 1 - GENERAL1.1 DESCRIPTIONA. This section specifies the availability and source of references and standards specified in the project manual under paragraphs APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS and/or shown on the drawings.The reference standards herein are included in this contract and work performed shall be in compliance with them. For example, concrete work on this project shall be performed in compliance with ACI standards.1.2 AVAILABILITY OF SPECIFICATIONS LISTED IN THE GSA INDEX OF FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS AND COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTIONS FPMR PART 101-29 (FAR 52.211-1) (AUG 1998)A. The GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29 and copies of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in the solicitation may be obtained for a fee by submitting a request to – GSA Federal Supply Service, Specifications Section, Suite 8100, 470 East L’Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20407, Telephone (202) 619-8925, Facsimile (202) 619-8978.B. If the General Services Administration, Department of Agriculture, or Department of Veterans Affairs issued this solicitation, a single copy of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained free of charge by submitting a request to the addressee in paragraph (a) of this provision. Additional copies will be issued for a fee.1.3 AVAILABILITY FOR EXAMINATION OF SPECIFICATIONS NOT LISTED IN THE GSA INDEX OF FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS AND COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTIONS (FAR 52.211-4) (JUN 1988)A. The specifications and standards cited in this solicitation can be examined at the following location:United States Department of Veteran Affairs Technical Information Library AVAILABILITY OF SPECIFICATIONS NOT LISTED IN THE GSA INDEX OF FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS AND COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTIONS (FAR 52.211-3) (JUN 1988)A.The specifications cited in this solicitation may be obtained from the associations or organizations listed below.AAAluminum Association, Inc. Air Balance Council Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers Association of Textile Chemists and Colorist Architectural Manufacturer's Association Nursery and Landscape Association Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Concrete Institute Concrete Pipe Association Concrete Pressure Pipe Association with Disabilities Act and-sites/about-the-ada-standards/background/adaagADCAir Diffusion Council Gas Association General Contractors of America Hardboard Association National Standards Institute/American Industrial Hygiene Association Institute of Steel Construction Iron and Steel Institute Institute of Timber Construction Lift Institute Movement and Control Association Nursery & Landscape Association National Standards Institute, Inc. Precast Association Engineered Wood Association and Refrigeration Institute Roofing Manufacturers Association Society of Agricultural Engineers Society of Civil Engineers Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers Society of Mechanical Engineers Society of Sanitary Engineering Society for Testing and Materials Woodwork Institute Welding Society Wood Protection Association Water Works Association Hardware Manufacturers Association Brick Industry Association Air and Gas Institute Environmental Protection Agency Air Resources Board of Federal Regulations de=CFRCGACompressed Gas Association, Inc. Item Description and Interior Systems Construction Association Iron Soil Pipe Institute Link Fence Manufacturers Institute Panel Association Redwood Association and Rug Institute Roof Rating System Reinforcing Steel Institute Stone Institute and Access Systems Manufacturers Association and Hardware Institute . Department of Energy Electric Institute Generating Systems Association Insulation Manufacturers Association Protection Agency Testing Laboratories, Inc. Communications Commission Highway Administration Global Forest Products Society Stewardship Council Association Association of North America Building Initiative Seal Services Administration Institute Plywood & Veneer Association International Code Council Cable Engineers Association Inc. of Electrical and Electronics Engineers \IGMAInsulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance Training Services Buildings Manufacturers Association Handling Industry of America Institute of America Industry Council MPIMaster Painters Institute Standards Joint Committee Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers Contractors Association HYPERLINK "" Bureau of Standards See - NISTNECNational Electric CodeSee - NFPA National Fire Protection Association NEMANational Electrical Manufacturers Association Fire Protection Association Fenestration Rating Council Hardwood Lumber Association Institute of Health National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Institute of Standards and Technology Lumber Manufacturers Association, Inc. Particleboard Association 18928 Premiere CourtGaithersburg, MD 20879(301) 670-0604NPCANational Precast Concrete Association Roofing Contractors Association Sanitation Foundation International Terrazzo and Mosaic Association and Door Manufacturers Association Safety and Health Administration Department of Labor Cement Association Prestressed Concrete Institute Plastic Pipe Institute Enamel Institute, Inc. Institute Council of Structural Connections Resilient Floor Covering Institute Inspection Service See - CRARMARubber Manufacturers Association, Inc. Coast Air Quality Management District Cypress Manufacturers Association Deck Institute Door Institute Engineering Institute Joist Institute Metal and Air-Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc. Ply Roofing Industry Society for Protective Coatings Tank Institute Window Institute Waterproofing and Restoration Institute Council of North America, Inc. Plate Institute, Inc. ' Laboratories Incorporated ' Laboratories of Canada . Department of Agriculture . Green Building Council Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau and Door Manufacturers Association Hersey Red Cedar Lumber Association Wood Products Association 02 41 10DEMOLITION AND SITE CLEARINGPART 1 – GENERALDESCRIPTIONA. This section specifies all site preparation work, demolition and removal of buildings, portions of buildings, utilities, other structures and debris from trash dumps shown.1.2RELATED WORKB. Safety Requirements: GENERAL CONDITIONS Article, ACCIDENT PREVENTION.C. Disconnecting utility services prior to demolition: Section 01 00 02, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.D. Reserved items that are to remain the property of the Government: Section 01 00 02, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.1.3 PROTECTIONA. Perform demolition in such manner as to eliminate hazards to persons and property; to minimize interference with use of adjacent areas, utilities and structures or interruption of use of such utilities; and to provide free passage to and from such adjacent areas of structures. Comply with requirements of GENERAL CONDITIONS Article, ACCIDENT PREVENTION. B. Provide safeguards, including warning signs, barricades, temporary fences, warning lights, and other similar items that are required for protection of all personnel during demolition and removal operations. Comply with requirements of Section 01 00 02, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.C. Maintain fences, barricades, lights, and other similar items around exposed excavations until such excavations have been completely filled.D. Provide enclosed dust chutes with control gates from each floor to carry debris to truck beds and govern flow of material into truck. Provide overhead bridges of tight board or prefabricated metal construction at dust chutes to protect persons and property from falling debris. E. Prevent spread of flying particles and dust. Sprinkle rubbish and debris with water to keep dust to a minimum. Do not use water if it results in hazardous or objectionable condition such as, but not limited to; ice, flooding, or pollution. Vacuum and dust the work area daily.F. In addition to previously listed fire and safety rules to be observed in performance of work, include following:1. No wall or part of wall shall be permitted to fall outwardly from structures.2. Maintain at least one stairway in each structure in usable condition to highest remaining floor. Keep stairway free of obstructions and debris until that level of structure has been removed.3. Wherever a cutting torch or other equipment that might cause a fire is used, provide and maintain fire extinguishers nearby ready for immediate use. Instruct all possible users in use of fire extinguishers.4. Keep hydrants clear and accessible at all times. Prohibit debris from accumulating within a radius of 4500 mm (15 feet) of fire hydrants.G. Before beginning any demolition work, survey the site and examine the drawings and specifications to determine the extent of the work. Take necessary precautions to avoid damages to existing items to remain in place, to be reused, or to remain the property of the Cemetery; any damaged items shall be repaired or replaced as approved by the Resident Engineer/Contracting Officer's Representative (RE/COR). Coordinate the work of this section with all other work and shall construct and maintain shoring, bracing, and supports as required. Ensure that structural elements are not overloaded and shall be responsible for increasing structural supports or adding new supports as may be required as a result of any cutting, removal, or demolition work performed under this contract. Do not overload structural elements. Provide new supports and reinforcement for existing construction weakened by demolition or removal works. Repairs, reinforcement, or structural replacement must have RE/COR's approval.1.4 UTILITY SERVICESA. Demolish and remove outside utility service lines shown to be removed.B. Remove abandoned outside utility lines that would interfere with installation of new utility lines and new construction.PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)PART 3 – EXECUTIONSITE CLEARINGGeneral:Remove trees, shrubs, grass, and other vegetation, pavements, improvements, or obstructions, as required, to permit installation of new construction. Remove similar items elsewhere on site or premises as specifically indicated. Removal includes digging out and off-site disposal of stumps and roots.Cut minor roots and branches of trees indicated to remain in a clean and careful manner where such roots and branches obstruct installation of new construction.Erosion Control: Provide erosion control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways.Install silt fence and inlet protection as shown and as per requirements of the SWPPP, prior to any soil disturbance activities. Provide temporary seeding as required by the SWPPP.Maintain site controls in accordance with Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and repair as directed by COTR to sustain compliance with SPDES permit. Maintain all records as required by the SWPPP. Perform inspections as required by the soil - On-site: Topsoil is defined as friable clay loam surface soil found in a depth of not less than 150 mm (6 inches).Satisfactory topsoil is reasonably free and/or screened of subsoil, clay lumps, stones, and other objects over 25 mm (1 inch) in diameter, and without weeds, roots, and other objectionable material.1.Strip topsoil to whatever depths encountered in a manner to prevent intermingling with underlying subsoil or other objectionable material. Remove heavy growths of grass from areas before stripping.a.Where existing trees are indicated to remain, leave existing topsoil in place within drip lines to prevent damage to root system.2.Stockpile topsoil in storage piles in areas indicated or directed. Construct storage piles to provide free drainage of surface water. Cover storage piles to prevent wind erosion in accordance with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. Refer to Division 2 Section 32 90 00, “Planting" for soil amendments required prior to spreading topsoil.a. Stockpile shall be contained with erosion and sediment controls (silt fence) and stabilized if undisturbed in accordance with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.3.Dispose of unsuitable or excess topsoil as specified for disposal of waste material only after approval of the Architect. E. Clearing and Grubbing: Clear site of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation, except for those indicated to be left standing.F. Removal of Improvements: Remove existing above-grade and below-grade improvements as indicated and as necessary to facilitate new construction. G. Abandonment or removal of certain underground pipe or conduits may be indicated on mechanical or electrical drawings and is included under work of related Division 15 and 16 Sections.Removing abandoned underground piping or conduits interfering with construction are included under this Section, except as indicated to be abandoned in- place.H. Continue maintenance of erosion controls in compliance with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan until the work is completed and the threat of erosion is gone by either around surface stabilizer or lawn “grow-in” is at 85% complete. Temporary erosion control devices shall not be removed until the area is certified as being stabilized by the Qualified Inspector.pletely demolish and remove buildings and structures, including all appurtenances related or connected thereto, as noted below:1. As required for installation of new utility service lines.2. To full depth within an area defined by hypothetical lines located 1500 mm (5 feet) outside building lines of new structures. B.Debris, including brick, concrete, stone, metals and similar materials shall become property of Contractor and shall be disposed of by him daily, off the Cemetery Property to avoid accumulation at the demolition site. Materials that cannot be removed daily shall be stored in areas specified by the RE/COR. Break up concrete slabs below grade that do not require removal from present location into pieces not exceeding 600 mm (24 inches) square to permit drainage. Contractor shall dispose debris in compliance with applicable federal, state or local permits, rules and/or regulations.C.In removing buildings and structures of more than two stories, demolish work story by story starting at highest level and progressing down to third floor level. Demolition of first and second stories may proceed simultaneously.D.Remove and legally dispose of all materials, other than earth to remain as part of project work, from any trash dumps shown. Materials removed shall become property of contractor and shall be disposed of in compliance with applicable federal, state or local permits, rules and/or regulations.All materials in the indicated trash dump areas, including above surrounding grade and extending to a depth of 1500 mm (5 feet) below surrounding grade, shall be includedas part of the lump sum compensation for the work of this section. Materials that are located beneath the surface of the surrounding ground more than 1500 mm (5 feet), or materials that are discovered to be hazardous, shall be handled as unforeseen. The removal of hazardous material shall be referred to Hazardous Materials specifications. Burning is not permitted on the property.E.Remove existing utilities as indicated or uncovered by work and terminate in a manner conforming to the nationally recognized code covering the specific utility and approved by the RE/COR. When Utility lines are encountered that are not indicated on the drawings, the RE/COR shall be notified prior to further work in that area.3.2 CLEAN-UP A. On completion of work of this section and after removal of all debris, leave site in clean condition satisfactory to RE/COR. Clean-up shall include off the Cemetery Property disposal of all items and materials not required to remain property of the Government as well as all debris and rubbish resulting from demolition operations.-END-SECTION 06 10 00ROUGH CARPENTRYPART 1 – GENERALDESCRIPTIONSection specifies wood blocking, sheathing, furring, nailers, and rough hardware.RELATED WORKNAPERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTSEngineered Wood Products:1. Provide products with no added urea formaldehyde; determine formaldehyde concentrations in air from wood products under test conditions of temperature and relative humidity in accordance with ASTM D6007 or E1333. 2. Bio-based Content:a.Interior Panels: Engineered products designed specifically for interior applications and providing a surface that is impact-, scratch-, and wear-resistant and that does not absorb or retain moisture; provide minimum 55 percent bio-based content.b.Structural Interior Panels: Engineered products designed for use in structural construction applications; provide minimum 89 percent bio-based content.c.Structural Wall Panels: Engineered products designed for use in structural walls, curtain walls, floors and roofs; provide minimum 94 percent bio-based content.3.VOC Emissions:a.Provide low VOC products with Green Seal Certification to GS-36 and description of the basis for certification.1.4 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTSA.Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements.B.Bio based Material: For products designated by the USDA’s Bio Preferred? program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for bio based content, subject to the products compliance with performance requirements in this Section. For more information regarding the product categories covered by the Bio Preferred? program, visit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.B.Provide documentation of conformance with performance requirements of this section.C.Prepare shop drawings showing framing connection details, fasteners, connections and dimensions.1.6PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLINGA. Protect lumber and other products from dampness both during and after delivery at site.B. Pile lumber in stacks in such manner as to provide air circulation around surfaces of each piece.C. Stack plywood and other board products so as to prevent warping.D. Locate stacks on well drained areas, supported at least 150 mm (6 inches) above grade and cover with well-ventilated sheds having firmly constructed over hanging roof with sufficient end wall to protect lumber from driving rain.1.7APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONSA.Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.B. American Forest and Paper Association (AF&PA): Wood Structural Design DataC. American Lumber Standard Committee, Incorporated (ALSC): ALSC Board of ReviewD. American National Standards Institute (ANSI): ANSI A190.1-2012 Structural Glued Laminated TimberAmerican Plywood Association (APA): E30-2011Engineered Wood Construction GuideAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):B18.2.1-2012Square, Hex, Heavy Hex and Askew Head Bolts andHex, Heavy Hex, Hex Flange, Lobed Head, and Lag ScrewsB18.2.2-2010Hex Nuts for General Applications B18.6.1-81 (R2008)Wood ScrewsB18.6.4-98(R2005)Thread Forming and Thread Cutting TappingScrews and Metallic Drive ScrewsAmerican Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):A307-10Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60,000 PSI Tensile StrengthC954-11Steel Drill Screws for the Application of Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Steel Studs from 0.033 in. (0.84 mm) to 0.112 in. (2.84 mm) in ThicknessC1002-07Steel Self-Piercing Tapping Screws for the Application of Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Wood Studs or Steel StudsD6007-02Determining Formaldehyde Concentration in Air from Wood Products Using a Small Scale ChamberE1333-10Determining Formaldehyde Concentrations in Air and Emission Rates from Wood Products Using a Large ChamberF844-07aWashers, Steel, Plan (Flat) Unhardened for General UseF1667-11ae1Nails, Spikes, and StaplesAmerican Wood Protection Association (AWPA)FM Global Group (FM):FM 4435Approval Standard for Edge Systems Used with Low Slope Roofing SystemsGreen Seal (GS):Gs-36(2013) Commercial AdhesivesSouth Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) :SCAQMD Rule 1168(1989; R2005) Adhesive and Sealant ApplicationsU.S. Department of Commerce/National Institute of Science and Technology:Technology:PS 1-90Structural PlywoodPS 20-10American Softwood Lumber StandardPART 2 – PRODUCTS2.1 LUMBERA. Unless otherwise specified, each piece of lumber to bear a grade mark, stamp, or other identifying marks indicating grades of material, and rules or standards under which produced.1.Identifying marks in accordance with rule or standard under which material is produced, including requirements for qualifications and authority of the inspection organization, usage of authorized identification, and information included in the identification.2.Inspection agency for lumber approved by the Board of Review, American Lumber Standards Committee, to grade species used.3.Design members and fastenings to conform to AITC Timber Construction Manual.Coordinate to show structural properties on drawings of load bearing structural members.B.Structural Members: Species and grade as listed in the AF&PA, National Design Specification for Wood Construction having design stresses as shown.C.Lumber Other Than Structural:1.Unless otherwise specified, species graded under the grading rules of an inspection agency approved by Board of Review, American Lumber Standards Committee.2.Framing lumber: Minimum extreme fiber stress in bending of 1100.3.Furring, blocking, nailers and similar items 100 mm (4 inches) and narrower Standard Grade; and, members 150 mm (6 inches) and wider, Number 2 Grade.D.Sizes:1.Conforming to Prod. Std. PS20.2.Size references are nominal sizes, unless otherwise specified, actual sizes within manufacturing tolerances allowed by standard under which produced.E.Moisture Content:1.At time of delivery and maintained at the site.2.Boards and lumber 50 mm (2 inches) and less in thickness: 19 percent or less.3.Lumber over 50 mm (2 inches) thick: 25 percent or less.F.Preservative Treatment:1.Do not treat Heart Redwood and Western Red Cedar.2.Products containing chromium or arsenic will not be permitted.3.Provide products with waterborne or boron-based preservatives.G.Waterborne Wood Preservatives:1.Treat wood products with waterborne wood preservatives listed in Section 4 of AWPA Standards U1, excluding those which contain arsenic and/or chromium.2.Pressure treatment of wood products must conform to the requirements of AWPA Standards U1 and T1.3.Retention of preservatives as prescribed in AWPA Standard U1 for the following Use Categories (material conforming to a higher AWPA Use Category may be specified):a.UC1: Interior construction - above ground, dry conditions.b.UC2: Interior construction - above ground, damp conditions.c.UC3A: Exterior construction - above ground, coated and with rapid water runoff.d.UC3B: Exterior construction - above ground, uncoated or poor water runoff.e.UC4A: General purpose soil or fresh water contact - heavy duty above ground.f.UC4B: Heavy duty soil or fresh water contact - critical or difficult to replace components.g.UC4C: Extreme duty soil or fresh water contact - critical structural components. H.Boron-based Preservatives: Impregnate lumber with preservative treatment conforming to AWPA Standard U1.I.Fire-retardant Treatment:1.Fire-retardant-treated wood products to be free of halogens, sulfates, ammonium phosphate and formaldehyde.2.Fire retardant treatment of wood products to conform to the requirements of AWPA Standard U1, Commodity Specification H and AWPA Standard T1, Section H.2.2 ply with Prod. Std. PS 1 and APA E30.B.Bear the mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency that maintains continuing control over quality of plywood which identifies compliance by veneer grade, group number, span rating where applicable, and glue type.C.Sheathing:1.APA rated Exposure 1 or Exterior; panel grade CD or better.2.Wall Sheathing:a. Minimum 9 mm (11/32 inch) thick with supports 400 mm (16 inches) on center and 12mm (15/32 inch) thick with supports 600 mm (24 inches) on center unless specified otherwise.b. Minimum 1200 mm (48 inches) wide at corners without corner bracing of framing. SPEC WRITER NOTES:1.Verify with Structural Engineer for additional dead load requirements.3. Roof Sheathing: a. Minimum 15 mm (19/32 inch) thick or span rating of 40/20 or 18 mm (23/32 inch) thick or span rating of 48/24 for supports 600 mm (24 inches) on center.2.3 ROUGH HARDWAREAnchor Bolts: ASTM A307, size as indicated, complete with nuts and washers.Washers:ASTM F844.Use zinc or cadmium coated steel or cast iron for washers exposed to weather.Screws:Wood to Wood: ANSI B18.6.1 or ASTM C1002.Wood to Steel: ASTM C954, or ASTM C1002.Nails:ASTM F1667:Common: Type I, Style 10.Concrete: Type I, Style 11.Barbed: Type I, Style 26.Underlayment: Type I, Style 25.Masonry: Type I, Style 27.2.4 BLOCKING A. General: Provide miscellaneous lumber as indicated and lumber support or attachment for other construction, including the following:1. Blocking.2. Nailers.3. Furring.B. Provide Standard or No. 2 Grade lumber.2.5 Rough Carpentry Products shall comply with following standards for biobased materials:Material TypePercent by WeightLumber25 percent biobased materialPlywood55 percent biobased materialThe minimum-content standards are based on the weight (not the volume) of the material in the insulating core only.Part 3 – Execution3.1 INSTALLATION OF FRAMING AND MISCELLANEOUS WOOD MEMBERSA. Conform to applicable requirements of the following:1. Comply with APA standards for installation of plywood.B. Anchors in Masonry: Embed anchor bolts not less than 400 mm (15 inches) in masonry unit walls and provide each with a nut and a 50 mm (2 inch) diameter washer at bottom end. Fully grout bolts with mortar.C. Anchors in Concrete:1. Embed anchor bolts not less than 200 mm (8 inches) in poured concrete walls and provide each with a nut and a 50 mm (2 inch) diameter washer at bottom end.2. A bent end may be substituted for the nut and washer; bend to be not less than 90 degrees.3. Powder-actuated fasteners spaced 900 mm (3 feet) o.c. may be provided instead of bolts for single thickness plates on concrete.D. Sheathing:1. Lay panels with joints staggered, with edge and ends 3mm (1/8 inch) apart and nailed over bearings as specified.2. Except where indicated otherwise, nailers to be 150 mm (6 inches) wide and the same thickness as the insulation. Anchor nailers securely to underlying construction.3. Anchor perimeter nailers in accordance with FM 4435. Provide strips grooved for edge venting; install at walls, curbs, and other vertical surfaces with a 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to ? inch) air space.4. Crickets, Cants, and Curbs: Provide wood saddles or crickets, cant strips, curbs for scuttles and ventilators, and wood nailers bolted to tops of concrete or masonry curbs and at expansion joints, and at lumber and exterior plywood.F. Wood Blocking: Provide proper sizes and shapes at proper locations for the installation and attachment of wood and other finish materials, fixtures, equipment, and items indicated or specified. G.Wood Grounds: Provide for fastening wood trim, finish materials, and other items to plastered walls and ceilings. Install grounds in proper alignment and true with a 2400 mm (8 foot) straightedge.H.Wood Furring:1.Provide where shown and as necessary for facing materials specified.2.Except as shown otherwise, furring strips to be nominal one by 3, continuous, and spaced 400 mm (16 inches) o.c. Erect furring vertically or horizontally as necessary.3.Nail furring strips to masonry.4.Do not use wood plugs.5.Provide furring strips around openings, behind bases, and at angles and corners.6.Furring to be plumb, rigid, and level and shimmed as necessary to provide a true, even plane with surfaces suitable to receive the finish required.3.2PROTECTIONA. Protect rough carpentry from weather.B. If rough carpentry becomes wet, apply EPA-registered borate treatment complying with EPA registered label.-END-SECTION 07 22 00ROOF AND DECK INSULATIONPART 1 - GENERAL1.1DESCRIPTIONA.Installation of roof and deck insulation, and vapor retarder on new construction ready to receive roofing or waterproof membrane.B.Repairs and alteration work to existing roof insulation.1.2RELATED WORKA. Wood blocking and edge strips: Section 06 10 00, ROUGH CARPENTRY.B. Sheet metal components: Section 07 60 00, FLASHING AND SHEET METAL.1.3QUALITY CONTROLA.Supervision of work by persons that are knowledgeable and experienced in roofing. See submittals for documentation of supervisor’s qualification.B.Unless specified otherwise, comply with the recommendations of the NRCA "Roofing and Waterproofing Manual" applicable to insulation for storage, handling, and application.1.4SUBMITTALSA.Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.B.Manufacturer's Literature and Data:1. Asphalt materials, each type2. Roofing cement, each type3. Roof insulation, each type4. Fastening requirements5. Insulation span data for flutes of metal decksC.Samples:1. Roof insulation, each type2. Nails and fasteners, each typeD.Certificates:1. Indicating type, thickness and thermal conductance of insulation. (Average thickness for tapered insulation).2. Indicating materials and method of application of insulation system on metal decks meet the requirements of Factory Mutual Research Corporation for Class 1 Insulated Steel Deck Roofs.E.Laboratory Test Reports: Thermal values of insulation products.F.Layout of tapered roof system showing units required.G.Documentation of supervisors training and experience showing knowledge of roofing procedures.1.5DELIVERY, STORAGE AND MARKINGA.Deliver materials to the site in original sealed packages or containers marked with the name and brand, or trademark of the manufacturer or seller.B.Keep materials dry, and store in dry, weather tight facilities or under canvas tarps. Use of polyethylene or plastic tarps to cover materials is not permitted. Store above ground or deck level on wood pallets. Cover ground under stored materials with plastic tarp.1.Store rolled materials (felts, base sheets, paper) on end. Do not store materials on top of rolled material.2.Store foam insulation away from areas where welding is being performed and where contact with open flames is possible.C.Protect from damage from handling, weather and construction operations before, during, and after installation.1.6APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONSA.The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.B.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):C1289-10...............................................................Faced Rigid Cellular Polyisocynurate Thermal Insulation BoardD41-11..................................................................Asphalt Primer Used in Roofing, Dampproofing, and WaterproofingD312-00(R2006)..................................................Asphalt Used in RoofingD2178-04.............................................................Asphalt Glass Felt Used in Roofing and WaterproofingD2822-05(R2011)................................................Asphalt Roof CementD4897-01(2009)..................................................Asphalt Coated Glass Fiber Venting Base SheetC.Factory Mutual Global (FM):4450-89...............................................................Approved Standard for Class 1 Insulated SteelDeck RoofsD.National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA):The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual - Fifth Edition (2009).E.Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL): Fire Resistance Directory (2009)1.7QUALITY ASSURANCE:A.Roof insulation on combustible or steel decks shall have a flame spread rating not greater than 75 and a smoke developed rating not greater than 150, exclusive of covering, when tested in accordance with ASTM E84, or shall have successfully passed FM Approvals 4450.B.Insulation bearing the UL label and listed in the UL Building Materials Directory as meeting the flame spread and smoke developed ratings will be accepted in-lieu-of copies of test reports.pliance with flame spread and smoke developed ratings will not be required when insulation has been tested as part of a roof construction assembly of the particular type used for this project and the construction is listed as fire-classified in the UL Building Materials Directory or listed as Class I roof deck construction in the FM Approvals "RoofNav."D.Insulation tested as part of a roof construction assembly shall bear UL or FM labels attesting to the ratings specified herein.1.8PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:1. Follow the recommendations of the National Roofing Contractors Association "Roofing and Waterproofing Manual" for design criteria and ASHRAE Standard 90.1. Minimum R valve shall be 15.2. Insure positive slope to drains occur; minimum of 1:50 (1/4 inch per foot) without any "gutters" (no slopes) between drains.3. Insure drains are located at points of maximum deflection; such as at midspans and at bottom of slopes.4. Do not use polystyrene insulation under bituminous roofing or waterproofing membrane.5. Anchor insulation to the deck. No loose laid insulation.6. Coordinate with electrical. Conduit is not to be run in the insulation.7. Vapor retarders shall be considered for use over decks to receive insulation for heated buildings where the January average means temperature is below 4.5C ( 4 0 F) , t h e r e l percent or greater, and should always be specified for heated buildings where a high humidity condition is expected such as a kitchen, indoor swimming pool, or laundry. Use venting base sheet over all insulating concrete and poured gypsum decks to relieve possible vapor pressures that may occur. The venting base sheet also acts as a vapor retarder when insulation is solid mopped over the venting base sheet. As a general rule, follow NRCA procedures for determining if vapor retarders are required including venting and ASHRAE for calculations; however, under conditions of extreme humidity and cold weather conditions, the need for a vapor retarder is essential and calculations are necessary. PART 2 - PRODUCTS2.1ASPHALT MATERIALSA.Primer: ASTM D41.B.Asphalt: ASTM D312, Type III or IV for vapor retarders and insulation.C.Glass (Felt): ASTM D2178, Type IV, heavy duty ply sheet.D.Venting Asphalt Base Sheet: ASTM D4897, Type I or Type II.E.Roof Cement: ASTM D2822, Type I or Type II, asbestos free; or, D4586, Type I or Type II.2.2INSULATIONA.Isocyanurate Board: ASTM C1289, Type I, Class 2 or Type III.B.Tapered Roof Insulation System Segments:1.Fabricate of mineral fiberboard, isocyanurate, perlite board, or cellular glass. Use only one insulation material for tapered sections.2.Cut to provide high and low points with crickets and slopes as shown.3.Minimum thickness of tapered sections; 13 mm (1/2 inch), unless manufacturers allow taper to zero mm (inch).2.3FASTENERSA.Fasteners for securing insulation to steel decks:1.Conform to requirements of Factory Mutual Research Corporation for wind uplift.2.Self-drilling galvanized screws with 50 mm (two inch) diameter disk.3.Antibackout thread design.4.Have a pullout resistance of 14 kg (30 pounds) minimum.2.4RECOVERED ply with following minimum content standards for recovered materials:Material TypePercent by WeightPlastic rigid foams: Polyisocyanurate/polyurethaneRigid foam9 percent recovered materialFoam-in-place5 percent recovered materialGlass fiber reinforced6 percent recovered materialRock wool material75 percent recovered materialB.The minimum-content standards are based on the weight (not the volume) of the material in the insulating core only. PART 3 - EXECUTION3.1GENERALA.Do not apply roof insulation if deck will be used for subsequent work platform, storage of materials, or staging or scaffolding will be erected thereon.B.Entire roof deck construction of any section of the building shall be completed before insulation system work is begun. Curbs, blocking, edge strips, and other components which insulation, roofing and base flashing is attached to shall be in place ready to receive insulation and roofing. Coordinate roof insulation operations with roofing and sheet metal work so that insulation is installed to permit continuous roofing operations.C.Insulation system materials shall be dry and damage free when applied. Do not use broken insulation or insulation with damaged facings. Remove damaged insulation from the site immediately.D.Dry out surfaces that become wet from any cause during progress of the work before roofing work is resumed. Apply materials only to dry substrates.E.Do not apply materials during damp or rainy weather, during excessive wind conditions, nor while moisture (dew, fog, snow, ice) or frost is present in any amount in or on the materials when temperature is below10 C (50 F). Do not apply materials to substrate having temperature of10 C (50 F) or less.F.Phased construction is not permitted. The complete installation of all flashing, insulation, and roofing shall be completed in the same day except for the area where temporary protection is required when work is stopped.3.2SURFACE PREPARATIONA.Sweep decks to broom clean condition. Remove all dust, dirt or debris.B.Remove projections that might damage materials.C.Existing Roofs:1. At areas to be altered or repaired, remove loose insulation and wet insulation.2. Cut and remove existing insulation and vapor retarder for new work to be installed. Clean cut edges and install a temporary seal to cut surfaces. Use roof cement and one layer of 7 kg (15 pound) felt strip cut to extend 150 mm (6 inches) on each side of cut surface.Bed strip in roof cement and cover strip with roof cement to completely embed the felt.3.3VAPOR RETARDERA.General:1. Install a continuous vapor retarder on roof decks as determined by design.2. At vertical surfaces, turn up vapor retarder to top of insulation or base flashing. 3. At all pipes, walls, and similar penetrations through vapor retarder, seal openings with roof cement to prevent moisture entry from below.4. Mop felts solidly in place as specified.5. Seal penetrations with roof cement.3.4.INSULATION THICKNESS1.Thickness of roof insulation shown in specifications is nominal. Actual thickness shall provide the thermal resistance "R" value of not less than specified.2.When thickness of insulation to be used is more or less than that shown on the drawings, make adjustments in the alignment and location of roof drains, flashing, gravel stops, fascias and similar items at no additional cost to the Government.3.Tapered insulation shall be preformed and fabricated to the slopes indicated. 5.Use not less than two layers of insulation when insulation is 25 mm (one inch) or more in thickness unless specified otherwise.3.5INSTALLATION OF INSULATIONA.Lay insulating units with close joints, in regular courses and with cross joints broken. When laid in more than one layer, break joints of succeeding layers of roof insulation with those in preceding layer. Bed insulation layers in Type III or IV asphalt firmly pressed into the hot bitumen. Keep bitumen below surface of insulation to receive single ply rubber roofing.B.Lay units with long dimension perpendicular to the rolled (longitudinal) direction of the roofing felt.C.Cover all insulation installed on the same day by either:1. The roofing membrane as specified.2. Temporary protection as specified. D.Seal all cut edges at penetrations and at edges against blocking with bitumen or roof cement.E.Cut to fit tight against blocking or penetrations.F.Over Vapor Retarder: Lay insulation in hot bitumen as specified.G.Steel Deck:1. Material and method of application of insulation systems used on metal decks shall meet the requirements of Underwriters laboratories for Class A or Factory Mutual Research Corporation for Class I Insulated Steel Roof Deck.2. Mechanically anchor first layer of insulation to steel deck to conform to FM Class 1-60, Insulated Steel Roof Deck.3. Locate the long dimension edge joints to have solid bearing on top of deck ribs; do not cantilever over deck rib openings or flutes.-END-SECTION 07 53 23ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER ROOFINGPart 1 – GeneralDESCRIPTIONEthylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) sheet roofing adhered to roof deck.1.2RELATED WORKA.Treated wood framing, blocking, and nailers: Section 06 10 00, ROUGH CARPENTRY.B.Roof Insulation: Section 07 22 00, ROOF AND DECK INSULATION.C.Metal cap flashings, copings, fascias, and expansion joints: Section 07 60 00, FLASHING AND SHEET METAL.D.Roof hatches, equipment supports, dome type skylights, and gravity ventilators: Section 07 72 00, ROOF ACCESORIES.PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTSA.Material Compatibility:Provide roofing materials that are compatible with one another under conditions of service and application required, as demonstrated by membrane roofing manufacturer based on testing and field experience.B.Roofing System Energy Performance Requirements:Provide a roofing system identical to components that that have been successfully tested by a qualified independent testing and inspecting agency to meet the following requirements:1.Energy Performance, Energy Star:Provide roofing system that is listed on DOE's ENERGY STAR "Roof Products Qualified Product List" for low-slope roof products.2.Solar Reflectance Index:Not less than 78 when calculated according to ASTM E1980 based on testing identical products by a qualified testing agency.3.Energy Performance, Aged: Provide roofing system with minimum three-year aged solar reflectance not less than 0.55 when tested in accordance with ASTM C1549 or ASTM E1918, and in addition, a minimum three-year-aged thermal emittance of 0.75 when tested in accordance with ASTM C1371 or ASTM E408. Where tested aged values are not available for proposed product, submit calculations to adjust initial solar reflectance to demonstrate compliance as indicated in ASHRAE 90.1-2010 Addendum f. Alternatively, provide roofing system with minimum three-year aged Solar Reflectance Index of not less than 64 when determined in accordance with the Solar Reflectance Index method in ASTM E1980 using a convection coefficient of 2.1 BTU/h-ft2 (12 W/m2K).C.Wind Uplift Resistance:Provide complete roof system assembly rated and installed to resist wind loads calculated in accordance with ASCE 7 and validated by uplift resistance testing in accordance with Factory Mutual (FM) test procedures. Do not install non-rated systems. Submit licensed engineer's wind uplift calculations and substantiating data to validate any non-rated roof system. Base wind uplift measurements based on a design wind speed in accordance with ASCE 7 and/or other applicable building code requirements.D.Other Design and Construction Performance Requirements:1. Slopes: do not use on slopes over 1:10 (one inch per foot) without providing gutters. Provide 1:50 (1/4 inch per foot) minimum to drains without any "gutters" (no slopes between drains). Slope crickets double the roof slope or minimum 1/2-inch per foot. No exception to minimum slope.2. Coordinate with plumbing requirements for roof drains and drain locations at low points and mid span where maximum deflection occurs. Do not put drain at columns or on slopes. Coordinate with insulation to provide "sumps" at drains.3. Coordinate details and systems used to provide code required fire rated roofing system. Do not use unsurfaced membranes over combustible insulation on decks.4. Use adhered system.5. Coordinate with section 07 22 00, roof and deck insulation for roof insulation under the membrane.6. Do not use over polystyrene, urethane, or wood fiberboard insulation under the membrane.7. Do not use over bituminous materials where direct contact occurs, including grease, oil, or other substances not compatible with epdm. Use a thin layer of insulation, slip sheet or separator sheet depending upon method of attachment.8. Terminate base flashings not less than 200 mm (8 inches) above roof surface including curb for building expansion joints.9. Do not put expansion joints at roof surface level.10. Do not use "pitch pocket" or "sealant pocket" instead of base flashings and cap flashings.11. Do not use pipe boots that do not provide less than 100 mm (4 inch) height above roof.12. Specify the use of 3" seam tape for all fully adhered applications.13. Specify reinforced epdm for mechanically attached assemblies.1.4QUALITY ASSURANCEA.Approved applicator by the membrane roofing system manufacturer, and certified by the manufacturer as having the necessary expertise to install the specific system.B.Pre-Roofing Meeting:1. Upon completion of roof deck installation and prior to any roofing application, hold a pre-roofing meeting arranged by the Contractor and attended by the Roofing Inspector, Material Manufacturers Technical Representative, Roofing Applicator, Contractor, and RE/COR.2. Discuss specific expectations and responsibilities, construction procedures, specification requirements, application, environmental conditions, job and surface readiness, material storage, and protection.3. Inspect roof deck at this time to: a. Verify that work of other trades which penetrates roof deck is completed.b. Determine adequacy of deck anchorage, presence of foreign material, moisture and un-level surfaces, or other conditions that would prevent application of roofing system from commencing or cause a roof failure. c.Examine samples and installation instructions of manufacturer. d.Perform pull out test of fasteners; refer to Part 3 of this section.C.Energy Performance: Provide roofing system that is listed on DOE’s Energy Star Roof Products Qualified Product List for “low-slope” roof products.1.5SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTSA.Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements.B.Biobased Material:For products designated by the USDA’s BioPreferred? program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for biobased content, subject to the products compliance with performance requirements in this Section.For more information regarding the product categories covered by the BioPreferred? program,visit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.B.Applicators approval certification by manufacturer.C.Shop Drawings:1. Sheet membrane layout.2. Fastener pattern, layout, and spacing requirements.3. Termination details.D.Manufacturers installation instructions revised for project.E.Samples:1. Sheet membrane: One 150 mm (6 inch) square piece.2. Sheet flashing: One 150 mm (6 inch) square piece.3. Fasteners: Two, each type.4. Welded seam: Two 300 mm (12 inch) square samples of welded seams to represent quality of field welded seams.F.Warranty:1.Contractor shall furnish warranties required per section 1.10 below.1.7DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLINGA.Deliver, store, and handle materials as specified by manufacturer.B.Store volatile materials separate from other materials with separation to prevent fire from damaging the work, or other materials.1.8ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTSA.Do not install EPDM sheet roofing during high winds or inclement weather, or when there is ice, frost, moisture, or visible dampness on the substrate surface, or when condensation develops on surfaces during application.Unless recommended otherwise by the EPDM sheet manufacturer and approved by the RE/COR, do not install EPDM sheet when air temperature is below 4 degrees C 40 degrees F or within 3 degrees C5 degrees F of the dew point. Follow manufacturer's printed instructions for installation during cold weather conditions.1.9SEQUENCINGA.Coordinate the work with other trades to ensure that components which are to be secured to or stripped into the roofing system are available and that permanent flashing and counterflashing are installed as the work progresses. Ensure temporary protection measures are in place to preclude moisture intrusion or damage to installed materials. Application of roofing must immediately follow application of insulation as a continuous operation. Coordinate roofing operations with insulation work so that all roof insulation applied each day is covered with roof membrane installation the same day.1.10WARRANTYA.Roofing work subject to the terms of the Article “Warranty of Construction”, FAR clause 52.246-21, except extend the warranty period to five years.In addition, contractor shall furnish a manufacturer’s warranty for a period of twenty years.1.11APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONSA.Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.B.American Society of Civil Engineers/Structural Engineering Institute (ASCE/SEI):ASCE/SEI-7-10Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and OtherStructuresC.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):A167-99(2009)Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-NickelSteel Plate, Sheet and StripB209-10Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and PlateC1371-04aDetermination of Emittance of Materials Near Room Temperature Using Portable EmissometersC1549-09Determination of Solar Reflectance Near Ambient Temperature Using a Portable Solar ReflectometerD2103-10Polyethylene Film and SheetingD4637/D4637M-13EPDM Sheet Used in Single-Ply Roof Membrane E408-71Total Normal Emittance of Surfaces UsingInspection-Meter TechniquesE1918-06Measuring Solar Reflectance of Horizontal and Low-Sloped Surfaces in the FieldE1980-11Calculating Solar Reflectance of Index of Horizontal and Low-Sloped Opaque SurfacesD.American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE):ASHRAE 90.1-2010Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-RiseResidential Buildings, Appendix fE.Cool Roof Rating Council:CRRC-1Product Rating Program, F.FM Approvals: RoofNav Approved Roofing Assemblies and Products:4470-12Approved Standard for Class 1 Roof Coverings1-28-09Loss Prevention Data Sheet: Design Wind Loads.1-29-09Loss Prevention Data Sheet: Above-Deck Roof Components1-49-09Loss Prevention Data Sheet: Perimeter FlashingG.National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA):2013 EditionThe NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing ManualH.U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):EPA 600/R13/116-02Method for the Determination of Asbestos inBulk Building MaterialsI.U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): USDA BioPreferred Catalog, J.U.S. Department of Energy (DoE): Roof Products Qualified Product List, PART 2 - PRODUCTS2.1EPDM SHEET ROOFINGA.Conform to ASTM D4637, Type I, white color.B. Thickness:1.Use 2 mm (60 mil) thick sheet for adhered system.C.Pipe Boots:1.Molded EDPM designed for flashing of round penetrations, 200 mm (8 inch) minimum height.2.Color same as roof membrane.2.2EPDM FLASHING SHEETA. Conform to ASTM D4637, Type I, unreinforced.B. Partially cured or cured.2.3MISCELLANEOUS ROOFING MEMBRANE MATERIALSA. Sheet roofing manufacturers specified products.B. Seam Tape: Double-sided synthetic rubber tape, minimum 0.76 mm 0.03 inch thick, minimum 75 mm (3 inch) wide. The roof membrane manufacturer must supply seam tape recommended by the manufacturer's printed data for forming watertight bond of EPDM sheet materials to each other for the application specified and conditions encountered. 150 mm (6 inch) wide tape is required for seam seals along lines of mechanical attachment of membrane.C. Splice Adhesive: For roofing and flashing sheet; low volatile organic compound (VOC).D. Lap Sealant: Manufacturer’s standard single component sealant.E. Bonding Adhesives: Manufacturer’s standard bonding adhesive; low volatile organic compound (VOC).F. Fastener Sealer: Manufacturer’s approved sealer.G. Primers, Splice Tapes, Cleaners, and Butyl Rubber Seals: As specified by roof membrane manufacturer.H. Water Cutoff Mastic/Water Block: As supplied by the roof membrane manufacturer and recommended by the manufacturer's printed data.2.4FASTENERSA. Fasteners: Factory coated steel fasteners and metal or plastic plates, complying with FM approvals 4470 and designed for fastening membrane to substrate and acceptable to roofing system manufacturer.B. Pipe Compression Clamp or Drawband:1. Stainless steel or cadmium plated steel drawband.2. Worm drive clamp device.C. Surface Mounted Base Flashing Clamp Strip (Termination Bar):1. Stainless steel strip, ASTM A167, Type 302 or 304, dead soft temper, minimum 0.5 mm (0.018-inch) thick.2. Aluminum strip: ASTM B209 24 mm (.094-inch) thick.3. For exposed location, form strips with 6 mm (1/4 inch) wide top edge bent out 45 degrees (for sealant) from 40 mm (1-1/2 inch) wide material; 2400 mm (8 feet) maximum length with slotted 6 mm x 10 mm (1/4 by 3/8-inch) holes punched at 200 mm (8 inch) centers, centered between bend and bottom edges. 4. For locations covered by cap flashings, form strips 30 mm (1-1/4 inch) wide, 2400 mm (8 feet) maximum length with slotted holes 6 mm x 10 mm (1/4 by 3/8 inch) punched at 200 mm (8 inch) centers, centered on strip width.2.5VAPOR RETARDERA. Polyethylene Film: ASTM D2103, 0.2 mm (6 mils) thick.2.6FLEXIBLE TUBINGA. Closed cell neoprene, butyl polyethylene, vinyl, or polyethylene tube or rod.B. Diameter approximately 1-1/2 times joint width.2.7WALKWAY PADSA. Rubber walkway pad approximately 450 mm x 450 mm (30 by 30 inches) square or manufacturer’s standard size with rounded corners.B. Approximately 13 mm (1/2 inch) thick.C. Ultraviolet light stabilized.PART 3 - EXECUTION3.1GENERALA. Do not apply if deck will be used for subsequent work platform, storage of materials, or staging or scaffolding will be erected.B. Dry out surfaces that become wet from any cause during progress of the work before roofing work is resumed.C. Apply materials only to dry substrates.D. Do not apply materials during damp or rainy weather, during excessive wind conditions, nor while moisture (dew, snow, fog, ice, or frost) is present in any amount in or on the materials.1. Do not apply materials to substrate having temperature of 4°C (40 degrees F) or less, or when materials applied with the roof require higher application temperature.2. Do not apply materials when the temperature is below 4°C (40 degrees F).3.2PREPARATIONA. Clean substrate of dust, debris, moisture, and other substances detrimental to roofing installation according to roofing system manufacturer’s written instructions.B. Prevent material from entering and clogging roof drains and conductors, and from spilling or migrating onto surfaces of other construction.3.3ADHERED ROOFING MEMBRANE INSTALLATIONA. Install membrane roofing over area to receive roofing according to manufacturer’s written instructions. Unroll roofing membrane and allow it to relax before installing.B. Accurately align roofing membrane and maintain uniform side and end laps of minimum dimensions required by manufacturer. Stagger end laps.C. Bonding Adhesive: Apply bonding adhesive to substrate and underside of roofing membrane at a rate required by roofing manufacturer’ and allow to partially dry before installing membrane.Do not apply bonding adhesive to splice area of membrane roofing.D. Apply roofing membrane with side laps located in the direction of the slope of the roof deck.E Field form seams, or lap splices, with seam tape in accordance with membrane manufacturer's printed instructions and as specified. Clean and prime mating surfaces in the seam area. After primer has dried or set in accordance with membrane manufacturer's instructions, apply seam tape to bottom membrane and roll with a 75 mm to 100 mm (3 inch to 4 inch) wide smooth silicone or steel hand roller, or other manufacturer approved rolling device, to ensure full contact and adhesion of tape to bottom membrane. Tape end laps must be minimum 25 mm (1 inch). Roll top membrane into position to check for proper overlap and alignment. Remove release paper from top of seam tape and form seam splice. Ensure top membrane contact with seam tape as release paper is removed. Roll the closed seam with a smooth silicone or steel hand roller, rolling first across the width of the seam then along the entire length, being careful not to damage the membrane. Seal lap edge with water cutoff.F. Repair tears, voids, and lapped seams in roofing that does not meet the quality requirements stated in this specification and the manufacturer’s written standards.G. Spread sealant or mastic bead over deck drain flange at deck drains, and securely seal roofing membrane in place with clamping ring.3.4BASE FLASHING INSTALLATIONA. Install sheet flashing and preformed flashing accessories and adhere to substrate according to membrane roofing manufacturer’s written instructions.B. Apply bonding adhesive to substrate and underside of sheet flashing at required rate and allow to partially dry. Do not apply bonding adhesive to seam area of flashing.C. Flash penetrations and field-formed inside and outside corners with cured or uncured sheet flashing.D. Clean splice areas, apply splicing cement, and firmly roll side at end laps of overlapping sheets to ensure a watertight seam installation. Apply lap sealant and seal exposed edges of sheet flashing terminations.E. Terminate and seal top of sheet flashing and mechanically anchor to substrate through termination bars.3.5WALKWAY PADSA. Clean membrane where pads are applied.B. Adhere pads to membrane with splicing cement.C. Allow not less than 1 inch break between pads and 2 inch maximum break.3.6FIELD QUALITY CONTROLA. Arrange for roofing system manufacturer’s personnel to inspect roofing installation upon completion.B. Hire a qualified testing lab agency to test the installed decking and system for adherence per the manufacturer’s guidance. Contractor shall have the manufacturer’s technical representative present for these tests.C. Notify RE/COR 48 hours prior to schedule inspection.D. Remove or replace repair areas of roofing where test results or inspections indicate failure to comply with specified requirements and manufacturer’s recommended installation requirements. - E N D – SECTION 07 60 00FLASHING AND SHEET METALPART 1 – GENERAL1.1 DESCRIPTIONA.Formed sheet metal work for wall and roof flashing, copings, roof edge metal, fasciae, drainage specialties, and formed expansion joint covers are specified in this section.1.2RELATED WORKNA1.3APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONSA.Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.B.Aluminum Association (AA):AA-C22A41Aluminum Chemically etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating, Class I Architectural, 0.7-mil thickAA-C22A42Chemically etched medium matte, with integrally colored anodic coating, Class I Architectural, 0.7 mils thickAA-C22A44Chemically etched medium matte with electrolytically deposited metallic compound, integrally colored coating Class I Architectural, 0.7-mil thick finishC.American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA):AAMA 620High Performance Organic Coatings on Coil Coated Architectural AluminumAAMA 621High Performance Organic Coatings on Coil Coated Architectural Hot Dipped Galvanized (HDG) and Zinc-Aluminum Coated Steel SubstratesD.American National Standards Institute/Single-Ply Roofing Institute (ANSI/SPRI):ANSI/SPRI ES-1-03Wind Design Standard for Edge Systems Used withLow Slope Roofing SystemsE.ASTM International (ASTM):A167-99(R2009)Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-NickelSteel Plate, Sheet, and StripA653/A653M-09Steel Sheet Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or ZincAlloy Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip ProcessB32-08Solder MetalB209-10Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and PlateB370-09Copper Sheet and Strip for Building ConstructionD173-03Bitumen-Saturated Cotton Fabrics Used in Roofing and WaterproofingD412-06Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers- TensionD1187-97(R2002)Asphalt Base Emulsions for Use as ProtectiveCoatings for MetalD3656-07Insect Screening and Louver Cloth Woven from Vinyl-Coated Glass YarnsD4586-07Asphalt Roof Cement, Asbestos FreeF.FM Approvals: RoofNav Approved Roofing Assemblies and Products:1-49-09Loss Prevention Data Sheet: Perimeter FlashingG.International Code Commission (ICC): International Building Code, Current EditionH.National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM): AMP 500-06Metal Finishes ManualI.Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA): Architectural Sheet Metal Manual 20121.4PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTSA.Wind Uplift Forces:Resist the following forces per FM Approvals 1-49:1. Wind Zone 1:0.48 to 0.96 kPa (10 to 20 lbf/sq. ft.):1.92-kPa (40-lbf/sq. ft.) perimeter uplift force, 2.87-kPa (60-lbf/sq. ft.) corner uplift force, and 0.96-kPa (20-lbf/sq. ft.) outward force.2. Wind Zone 1:1.00 to 1.44 kPa (21 to 30 lbf/sq. ft.):2.87-kPa (60-lbf/sq. ft.) perimeter uplift force, 4.31-kPa (90-lbf/sq. ft.) corner uplift force, and 1.44-kPa (30-lbf/sq. ft.) outward force.3. Wind Zone 2:1.48 to 2.15 kPa (31 to 45 lbf/sq. ft.):4.31-kPa (90-lbf/sq. ft.) perimeter uplift force, 5.74-kPa (120-lbf/sq. ft.) corner uplift force, and 2.15-kPa (45-lbf/sq. ft.) outward force.4. Wind Zone 3:2.20 to 4.98 kPa (46 to 104 lbf/sq. ft.):9.96-kPa (208-lbf/sq. ft.) perimeter uplift force, 14.94-kPa (312-lbf/sq.ft.) corner uplift force, and 4.98-kPa (104-lbf/sq. ft.) outward force.B.Wind Design Standard:Fabricate and install copings, roof-edge flashings tested per ANSI/SPRI ES-1.1.5SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTSA.Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements.1.6SUBMITTALSA.Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.B.Shop Drawings: For all specified items, including:1. Flashings.2. Gutter and Conductors.3. Expansion joints.4. Fascia-cant.C.Manufacturer's Literature and Data: For all specified items, including:1. Two-piece counterflashing.2. Thru wall flashing.3. Non-reinforced, elastomeric sheeting.4. Copper clad stainless steel.5. Polyethylene coated copper.6. Bituminous coated copper.7. Fascia-cant.D.Certificates: Indicating compliance with specified finishing requirements, from applicator and contractor.1.7PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCEA.Convene a meeting on site, after submittals are received and approved but before any work,to review drawings and specifications, submittals, schedule, manufacturer instructions, site logistics and pertinent matters of coordination, temporary protection, governing regulations, tests and inspections; participants to include RE/COR and all parties whose work is effected or related to the work of this section.PART 2 - PRODUCTS2.1FLASHING AND SHEET METAL MATERIALSA.Stainless Steel: ASTM A167, Type 302B, dead soft temper.B.Copper ASTM B370, cold-rolled temper.C.Bituminous Coated Copper: Minimum copper ASTM B370, weight not less than 1 kg/m? (3 oz/sf); bituminous coating weight not less than 2 kg/m? (6 oz/sf); or, copper sheets may be bonded between two layers of coarsely woven bitumen-saturated cotton fabric ASTM D173. Provide crimped exposed fabric surface.D.Polyethylene Coated Copper: Copper sheet ASTM B370, weighing 1 Kg/m? (3 oz/sf) bonded between two layers of (two mil) thick polyethylene sheet.E.Aluminum Sheet: ASTM B209, Alloy 3003-H14 except alloy used for color anodized aluminum to be as required to produce specified color. Alloy required to produce specified color must have the same structural properties as Alloy 3003-H14.F.Galvanized Sheet: ASTM A653.G.Non-reinforced, Elastomeric Sheeting: Elastomeric substances reduced to thermoplastic state and extruded into continuous homogenous sheet (0.056 inch) thick.1. Tensile Strength: Minimum 7 MPa (1,000 psi) tensile strength and not more than seven percent tension-set at 50 percent elongation when tested in accordance with ASTM D412.2. No cracking or flaking when bent through 180 degrees over a 1 mm (1/32 inch) diameter mandrel and then bent at same point over same size mandrel in opposite direction through 360 degrees at temperature of -30°C (-20 °F).2.2FLASHING ACCESSORIESA.Solder: ASTM B32; flux type and alloy composition as required for use with metals to be soldered.B.Rosin Paper: Sheathing paper, weighing minimum 141 g m?(3 lbs/100 sf).C.Bituminous Paint: ASTM D1187, Type I.D.Fasteners:1.Use copper, copper alloy, bronze, brass, or stainless steel for copper and copper clad stainless steel, and stainless steel for stainless steel and aluminum alloy. Use galvanized steel or stainless steel for galvanized steel.2.Nails:a. Minimum diameter for copper nails: 3 mm (0.109 inch).b. Minimum diameter for aluminum nails 3 mm (0.105 inch).c. Minimum diameter for stainless steel nails: 2 mm (0.095 inch) and annular threaded.d. Length to provide not less than 22 mm (7/8 inch) penetration into anchorage.3.Rivets: Not less than 3 mm (1/8 inch) diameter.E.Sealant: As specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS for exterior locations.F.Insect Screening: ASTM D3656, 18 by 18 regular mesh.G.Roof Cement: ASTM D4586.2.3SHEET METAL THICKNESSA.Except as otherwise shown or specified use thickness or weight of sheet metal as follows:B.Concealed Locations (Built into Construction):1. Copper: 30g (10 oz) minimum 0.33 mm (0.013 inch thick).2. Stainless steel: 0.25 mm (0.010 inch) thick.3. Copper clad stainless steel: 0.25 mm (0.010 inch) thick.4. Galvanized steel: 0.5 mm (0.021 inch) thick.C.Exposed Locations:1. Copper: 0.4 Kg (16 oz).2. Stainless steel: 0.4 mm (0.015 inch).3. Copper clad stainless steel: 0.4 mm (0.015 inch).D.Thickness of aluminum or galvanized steel is specified with each item.2.4FABRICATION, GENERALA.Jointing:1. Lock and solder copper, stainless steel and copper clad stainless steel joints, except expansion and contraction joints.2. Jointing of copper over 0.5 Kg (20 oz) weight or stainless steel over 0.45 mm (0.018 inch) thick to be done by lapping, riveting and soldering.3. Provide joints conforming to following requirements:a. Finish flat-lock joints not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) wide.b. Finish lap joints subject to stress not less than 25 mm (one inch) wide; soldered and riveted.c. Finish unsoldered lap joints not less than 100 mm (4 inches) wide.4. Make flat and lap joints in direction of flow.5. Edges of bituminous coated copper, non-reinforced elastomeric sheeting and polyethylene coated copper to be joined by lapping not less than 100 mm (4 inches) in the direction of flow and cementing with asphalt roof cement or sealant as required by the manufacturer's printed instructions.6. Soldering:a. Pre tin both mating surfaces with solder for a width not less than 38 mm (1 1/2 inches) of uncoated copper, stainless steel, and copper clad stainless steel.b. Wire brush to produce a bright surface before soldering lead coated copper.c. Treat in accordance with metal producers recommendations other sheet metal required to be soldered.d. Completely remove acid and flux after soldering is completed.B.Expansion and Contraction Joints:1. Fabricate in accordance with the Architectural Sheet Metal Manual recommendations for expansion and contraction of sheet metal work in continuous runs.2. Space joints as shown or as specified.3. Space expansion and contraction joints for copper, stainless steel, and copper clad stainless steel at intervals not exceeding 7200 mm (24 feet).4. Space expansion and contraction joints for aluminum at intervals not exceeding 5400 mm (18 feet), except do not exceed 3000 mm (10 feet) for gravel stops and fascia-cant systems.5. Fabricate slip-type or loose locked joints and fill with sealant unless otherwise specified.6. Fabricate joint covers of same thickness material as sheet metal served.C.Cleats:1. Fabricate cleats to secure flashings and sheet metal work over 300 mm (12 inches) wide and where specified.2. Provide cleats for maximum spacing of 300 mm (12 inch) centers unless specified otherwise.3. Form cleats of same metal and weights or thickness as the sheet metal being installed unless specified otherwise.4. Fabricate cleats from 50 mm (2 inch) wide strip. Form end with not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) wide loose lock to item for anchorage. Form other end of length to receive nails free of item to be anchored and end edge to be folded over and cover nail heads.D.Edge Strips or Continuous Cleats: 1. Fabricate continuous edge strips where shown and specified to secure loose edges of the sheet metal work.2. Except as otherwise specified, fabricate edge strips of minimum 0.6 Kg (24 ounce) copper, 0.6 mm (0.024 inch) thick stainless steel,1.25 mm (0.050 inch) thick aluminum.3. Use material compatible with sheet metal to be secured by the edge strip.4. Fabricate in 3000 mm (10 feet) maximum lengths with not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) loose lock into metal secured by edge strip.5. Fabricate Strips for fascia anchorage to extend below the supporting wood construction to form a drip and to allow the flashing to be hooked over the lower edge at least 19 mm (3/4-inch).6. Fabricate anchor edge maximum width of 75 mm (3 inches) or of sufficient width to provide adequate bearing area to insure a rigid installation using 1 Kg (32 oz.) copper 0.8 mm (0.031 inch) thick stainless steel 1.6 mm (0.0625 inch) thick aluminum.E.Drips:1. Form drips at lower edge of sheet metal counter-flashings (cap flashings), fascias, gravel stops, wall copings, by folding edge back 13 mm (1/2 inch) and bending out 45 degrees from vertical to carry water away from the wall.2. Form drip to provide hook to engage cleat or edge strip for fastening for not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) loose lock where shown.F.Edges:1. Turn up edges of flashings concealed in masonry joints and opposite drain side 6 mm (1/4 inch) to form dam, unless otherwise specified or shown otherwise.2. Finish exposed edges of flashing with a 6 mm (1/4 inch) hem formed by folding edge of flashing back on itself when not hooked to edge strip or cleat. Use 6 mm (1/4 inch) minimum penetration beyond wall face with drip for through-wall flashing exposed edge.3. All metal roof edges must meet requirements of IBC, current edition.G.Metal Options:1. Where options are permitted for different metals use only one metal throughout.2. Stainless steel may be used in concealed locations for fasteners of other metals exposed to view. 3. Where copper gravel stops, copings and flashings will carry water onto cast stone, stone, or architectural concrete, or stainless steel.2.5FINISHESA.Use same finish on adjacent metal or components and exposed metal surfaces unless specified or shown otherwise.B.In accordance with NAAMM Metal Finishes Manual AMP 500, unless otherwise specified.2.6THROUGH-WALL FLASHINGSA.Form through-wall flashing to provide a mechanical bond or key against lateral movement in all directions. Install a sheet having 2 mm (1/16 inch) deep transverse channels spaced four to every 25 mm (one inch), or ribbed diagonal pattern, or having other deformation unless specified otherwise.1. Fabricate in not less than 2400 mm (8 feet) lengths; 3000 mm (10 feet) maximum lengths.2. Fabricate so keying nests at overlaps.B.For Masonry Work When Concealed Except for Drip:1. Use copper, stainless steel, or copper clad stainless steel.2. Form an integral dam at least 5 mm (3/16 inch) high at back edge.3. Form exposed portions of flashing with drip, approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) projection beyond wall face.C.For Masonry Work When Exposed Edge Forms a Receiver for Counter Flashing:1. Use same metal and thickness as counter flashing.2. Form an integral dam at least 5 mm (3/16 inch) high at back edge.3. Form exposed portion as snap lock receiver for counter flashing upper edge.D.For Flashing at Architectural Precast Concrete Panels or Stone Panels.1. Use plan flat sheet of stainless steel.2. Form exposed portions with drip as specified or receiver.E.Window Sill Flashing and Lintel Flashing:1. Use copper, stainless steel, copper clad stainless steel plane flat sheet, or non-reinforced elastomeric sheeting, bituminous coated copper, copper covered paper, or polyethylene coated copper.2. Fabricate flashing at ends with folded corners to turn up 5 mm (3/16 inch) in first vertical masonry joint beyond masonry opening.3. Turn up back edge as shown. 4. Form exposed portion with drip as specified or receiver.F.Door Sill Flashing:1. Where concealed, use 0.5 Kg (20 oz) copper, 0.5 mm (0.018 inch) thick stainless steel, or 0.5 mm (0.018 inch) thick copper clad stainless steel.2. Where shown on drawings as combined counter flashing under threshold, sill plate, door sill, or where subject to foot traffic, use 0.6 Kg (24 ounce) copper, 0.6 mm (0.024 inch) stainless steel, or 0.6 mm (0.024 inch) thick stainless steel.3. Fabricate flashing at ends to turn up 5 mm (3/16 inch) in first vertical masonry joint beyond masonry opening with folded corners.2.7COUNTERFLASHING (CAP FLASHING OR HOODS)A.Use copper or stainless steel, unless specified otherwise.B.Fabricate to lap base flashing a minimum of 100 mm (4 inches) with drip:1. Form lock seams for outside corners. Allow for lap joints at ends and inside corners.2. In general, form flashing in lengths not less than 2400 mm (8 feet) and not more than 3000 mm (10 feet).3. Two-piece, lock in type flashing may be used instead of one piece counter-flashing.4. Manufactured assemblies may be used.5. Where counter flashing is installed at new work use an integral flange at the top designed to be extended into the masonry joint or reglet in concrete.6. Where counter flashing is installed at existing work use surface applied type, formed to provide a space for the application of sealant at the top edge.C.One-piece Counter flashing:1. Back edge turned up and fabricate to lock into reglet in concrete.2. Upper edge formed to extend full depth of masonry unit in mortar joint with back edge turned up 6 mm (1/4 inch).D.Two-Piece Counter flashing:1. Receiver to extend into masonry wall depth of masonry unit with back edge turned up 6 mm (1/4 inch) and exposed edge designed to receive and lock counter flashing upper edge when inserted.2. Counter flashing upper edge designed to snap lock into receiver.E.Surface Mounted counter flashing; one or two piece: 1. Use at existing or new surfaces where flashing cannot be inserted in vertical surface.2. One piece fabricate upper edge folded double for 65 mm (2 1/2 inches) with top 19 mm (3/4 inch) bent out to form "V" joint sealant pocket with vertical surface. Perforate flat double area against vertical surface with horizontally slotted fastener holes at 400 mm (16 inch) centers between end holes. Option: One piece surface mounted counter-flashing (cap flashing) may be used. Fabricate as detailed on Plate 51 of SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual.3. Two pieces: Fabricate upper edge to lock into surface mounted receiver. Fabricate receiver joint sealant pocket on upper edge and lower edge to receive counter flashing, with slotted fastener holes at 400 mm (16 inch) centers between upper and lower edge.2.8HANGING GUTTERSA.Fabricate gutters of not less than the following:1. 0.5 Kg20 oz.) copper.2. 0.6 mm (0.025 inch)thick stainless steel.3. 0.8 mm (0.032 inch) thick aluminum.B.Fabricate hanging gutters in sections not less than 2400 mm (8 feet) long, except at ends of runs where shorter lengths are required.C.Provide building side of gutter not less than 38 mm (1 1/2 inches) higher than exterior side.D.Gutter Bead: Stiffen outer edge of gutter by folding edge over approximately 19 mm (3/4 inch) toward roof and down approximately19 mm (3/4 inch) unless shown otherwise.E.Gutter Spacers:1. Fabricate of same material and thickness as gutter.2. Fabricate 25 mm (one inch) wide strap and fasten to gutters not over 900 mm (36 inches) on center.3. Turn back edge up 25 mm (one inch) and lap front edge over gutter bead.4. Rivet and solder to gutter except rivet and seal to aluminum.F.Outlet Tubes:1. Form outlet tubes to connect gutters to conductors of same metal and thickness as gutters extend into the conductor 75 mm (3 inch). Flange upper end of outlet tube 13 mm (1/2 inch).2. Lock and solder longitudinal seam except use sealant instead of solder with aluminum. 3. Solder tube to gutter. Seal aluminum tube to gutter and rivet to gutter.4. Fabricate basket strainers of same material as gutters.G.Gutter Brackets:1. Fabricate of same metal as gutter. Use the following:a. 6 by 25 mm (1/4 by 1 inch) copper.b. 3 by 40 mm (1/8 by 1 1/2 inch) stainless steel.c. 6 by 25 mm (1/4 by 1 inch) aluminum.2. Fabricate to gutter profile.3. Drill two 5 mm (3/16 inch) diameter holes in anchor leg for countersunk flat head screws.2.9CONDUCTORS (DOWNSPOUTS)A.Fabricate conductors of same metal and thickness as gutters in sections approximately 3000 mm (10 feet) long with 19 mm (3/4 inch) wide flat locked seams.1. Fabricate open face channel shape with hemmed longitudinal edges.B.Fabricate elbows by mitering, riveting, and soldering except seal aluminum instead of solder. Lap upper section to the inside, of the lower piece.C.Fabricate conductor brackets or hangers of same material as conductor, 2 mm (1/16 inch) thick by 25 mm (1 inch) minimum width. Form to support conductors 25 mm (one inch) from wall surface in accordance with Architectural Sheet Metal Manual Plate 34, Design C for rectangular shapes and E for round shapes.2.10 REGLETSA.Fabricate reglets of one of the following materials:1. 0.4 Kg (16 ounce) copper.2. Stainless steel, not less than 0.3 mm (0.012 inch) thick.3. Plastic coated extruded aluminum, not less than 1.4 mm (0.055 inch) thick prefilled with butyl rubber sealer and complete with plastic wedges inserted at 1000 mm (40 inches) on centers.B.Fill open-type reglets with fiberboard or other suitable separator, to prevent crushing of the slot during installation.C.Bend edges of reglets for setting into concrete to an angle of not less than 45 degrees, and make wide enough to provide firm anchorage in the concrete.D.Fabricate reglets for building into horizontal masonry mortar joints not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) deep, nor more than 25 mm (one inch) deep.E.Fabricate mitered corners, fittings, and special shapes as may be required by details.F.Reglets for concrete may be formed to receive flashing and have a 10 mm (3/8 inch), 45 degree snap lock.PART 3 - EXECUTION3.1INSTALLATIONA.General:1. Install flashing and sheet metal items as shown in Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc., publication, ARCHITECTURAL SHEET METAL MANUAL, except as otherwise shown or specified.2. Anchor sheet metal flashing and trim and other components of the work securely in place with provisions for thermal and structural movement. Use fasteners, solder, welding rods, protective coatings, separators, sealants and other miscellaneous items as required, to complete flashing and trim assemblies.3. Apply Sealant as specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.4. Apply sheet metal and other flashing material to surfaces which are smooth, sound, clean, dry and free from defects that might affect the application.5. Remove projections which would puncture the materials and fill holes and depressions with material compatible with the substrate. Cover holes or cracks in wood wider than 6 mm (1/4 inch) with sheet metal compatible with the roofing and flashing material used.6. Coordinate with masonry work for the application of a skim coat of mortar to surfaces of unit masonry to receive flashing material before the application of flashing.7. Apply a layer of 7 Kg (15 pound) saturated felt followed by a layer of rosin paper to wood surfaces to be covered with copper. Lap each ply 50 mm (2 inch) with the slope and nail with large headed copper nails.8. Confine direct nailing of sheet metal to strips 300 mm (12 inch) or less wide. Nail flashing along one edge only. Space nails not over 100 mm (4 inches) on center unless specified otherwise. 9. Install bolts, rivets, and screws where indicated, specified, or required in accordance with the SMACNA Sheet Metal Manual. Space rivets at 75 mm (3 inch) on centers in two rows in a staggered position. Use neoprene washers under fastener heads when fastener head is exposed.10. Coordinate with roofing work for the installation of metal base flashings and other metal items having roof flanges for anchorage and watertight installation.11. Nail continuous cleats on 75 mm (3 inch) on centers in two rows in a staggered position.12. Nail individual cleats with two nails and bend end tab over nail heads. Lock other end of cleat into hemmed edge.13. Install flashings in conjunction with other trades so that flashings are inserted in other materials and joined together to provide a water tight installation.14. Where required to prevent galvanic action between dissimilar metal isolate the contact areas of dissimilar metal with sheet lead, waterproof building paper, or a coat of bituminous paint.15. Isolate aluminum in contact with dissimilar metals others than stainless steel, white bronze or other metal compatible with aluminum by:a. Paint dissimilar metal with a prime coat of zinc-chromate or other suitable primer, followed by two coats of aluminum paint.b. Paint dissimilar metal with a coat of bituminous paint.c. Apply an approved caulking material between aluminum and dissimilar metal.16. Paint aluminum in contact with or built into mortar, concrete, plaster, or other masonry materials with a coat of bituminous paint.17. Paint aluminum in contact with absorptive materials that may become repeatedly wet with two coats of bituminous paint or two coats of aluminum paint.3.2THROUGH-WALL FLASHINGA.General:1. Install continuous through-wall flashing between top of concrete foundation walls and bottom of masonry building walls; at top of concrete floors; under masonry, concrete, or stone copings and elsewhere as shown.2. Where exposed portions are used as a counterflashings, lap base flashings at least 100 mm (4 inches) and use thickness of metal as specified for exposed locations.3. Exposed edge of flashing may be formed as a receiver for two piece counter flashing as specified.4. Terminate exterior edge beyond face of wall approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) with drip edge where not part of counter flashing.5. Turn back edge up 6 mm (1/4 inch) unless noted otherwise where flashing terminates in mortar joint or hollow masonry unit joint.6. Terminate interior raised edge in masonry backup unit approximately38 mm (1 1/2 inch) into unit unless shown otherwise.Under copings terminate both edges beyond face of wall approximately6 mm (1/4 inch) with drip edge.8. Lap end joints at least two corrugations, but not less than 100 mm (4 inches). Seal laps with sealant.9. Where dowels, reinforcing bars and fastening devices penetrate flashing, seal penetration with sealing compound. Sealing compound is specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.10. Coordinate with other work to set in a bed of mortar above and below flashing so that total thickness of the two layers of mortar and flashing are same as regular mortar joint.11. Where ends of flashing terminate turn ends up 25 mm (1 inch) and fold corners to form dam extending to wall face in vertical mortar or veneer joint.12. Turn flashing up not less than 200 mm (8 inch) between masonry or behind exterior veneer.13. When flashing terminates in reglet extend flashing full depth into reglet and secure with lead or plastic wedges spaced 150 mm (6 inch) on center.14. Continue flashing around columns:a. Where flashing cannot be inserted in column reglet hold flashing vertical leg against column.b. Counter flash top edge with 75 mm (3 inch) wide strip of saturated cotton unless shown otherwise. Secure cotton strip with roof cement to column. Lap base flashing with cotton strip 38 mm (1-1/2 inch).B.Flashing at Top of Concrete Foundation Walls Where Concrete is Exposed: Turn up not less than 200 mm (8 inch) high and into masonry backup mortar joint or reglet in concrete backup as specified.C.Flashing at Top of Concrete Floors (except where shelf angles occur): Place flashing in horizontal masonry joint not less than 200 mm (8 inch) below floor slab and extend into backup masonry joint at floor slab 38 mm (1 1/2 inch).D.Flashing at Cavity Wall Construction: Where flashing occurs in cavity walls turn vertical portion up against backup under waterproofing, if any, into mortar joint. Turn up over insulation, if any, and horizontally through insulation into mortar joint.E.Flashing at Veneer Walls:1. Install near line of finish floors over shelf angles or where shown.2. Turn up against sheathing.3. At stud framing, hem top edge 19 mm (3/4 inch) and secure to each stud with stainless steel fasteners through sheathing.4. At concrete backing, extend flashing into reglet as specified.5. Coordinate with installation of waterproofing or asphalt felt for lap over top of flashing.F.Lintel flashing when not part of shelf angle flashing:1. Install flashing full length of lintel to nearest vertical joint in masonry over veneer.2. Turn ends up 25 mm (one inch) and fold corners to form dam and extend end to face of wall.3. Turn back edge up to top of lintel; terminate back edge as specified for back-up wall.G.Window Sill Flashing:1. Install flashing to extend not less than 100 mm (4 inch) beyond ends of sill into vertical joint of masonry or veneer.2. Turn back edge up to terminate under window frame.3. Turn ends up 25 mm (one inch) and fold corners to form dam and extend to face of wall.H.Door Sill Flashing:1. Install flashing under bottom of plate sills of doors over curbs opening onto roofs. Extend flashing out to form counter flashing or receiver for counter flashing over base flashing. Set in sealant. 2. Extend sill flashing 200 mm (8 inch) beyond jamb opening. Turn ends up one inch in vertical masonry joint, extend end to face of wall. Join to counter flashing for water tight joint.3. Where doors thresholds cover over waterproof membranes install sill flashing over water proof membrane under thresholds. Extend beyond opening to cover exposed portion of waterproof membrane and not less than 150 mm (6 inch) beyond door jamb opening at ends. Turn up approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) under threshold.I.Flashing at Masonry, Stone, or Precast Concrete Copings:1. Install flashing with drips on both wall faces unless shown otherwise.2. Form penetration openings to fit tight against dowel or other item with edge turned up. Seal penetrations with sealant.3.3BASE FLASHINGA.Install where roof membrane type base flashing is not used and where shown.1. Install flashing at intersections of roofs with vertical surfaces or at penetrations through roofs, to provide watertight construction.2. Install metal flashings and accessories having flanges extending out on top of the built-up roofing before final bituminous coat and roof aggregate is applied.3. Set flanges in heavy trowel coat of roof cement and nail through flanges into wood nailers over bituminous roofing.4. Secure flange by nailing through roofing into wood blocking with nails spaced 75 mm (3 inch) on centers or, when flange over 100 mm (4 inch) wide terminate in a 13 mm (1/2 inch) folded edge anchored with cleats spaced 200 mm (8 inch) on center. Secure one end of cleat over nail heads. Lock other end into the seam.B.For long runs of base flashings install in lengths of not less than 2400 mm (8 feet) nor more than 3000 mm (ten feet). Install a 75 mm (3 inch) wide slip type, loose lock expansion joint filled with sealant in joints of base flashing sections over 2400 mm (8 feet) in length. Lock and solder corner joints at corners.C.Extend base flashing up under counter flashing of roof specialties and accessories or equipment not less than 75 mm (3 inch).3.4COUNTERFLASHING (CAP FLASHING OR HOODS)A.General: 1. Install counter flashing over and in conjunction with installation of base flashings, except as otherwise specified or shown.2. Install counter flashing to lap base flashings not less than 100 mm (4 inch).3. Install upper edge or top of counter flashing not less than 225 mm (9 inch) above top of the roofing.4. Lap joints not less than 100 mm (4 inch). Stagger joints with relation to metal base flashing joints.5. Use surface applied counter flashing on existing surfaces and new work where not possible to integrate into item.6. When fastening to concrete or masonry, use screws driven in expansion shields set in concrete or masonry. Use screws to wood and sheet metal. Set fasteners in mortar joints of masonry work.B.One Piece Counter flashing:1. Where flashing is installed at new masonry, coordinate to insure proper height, embed in mortar, and end lap.2. Where flashing is installed in reglet in concrete insert upper edge into reglet. Hold flashing in place with lead wedges spaced not more than 200 mm (8 inch) apart. Fill joint with sealant.3. Where flashing is surface mounted on flat surfaces.a. When top edge is double folded anchor flat portion below sealant "V" joint with fasteners spaced not over 400 mm (16 inch) on center:1)Locate fasteners in masonry mortar joints.2)Use screws to sheet metal or wood.b. Fill joint at top with sealant.4.Where flashing or hood is mounted on pipe.a. Secure with draw band tight against pipe.b.Set hood and secure to pipe with a one by 25 mm x 3 mm (1 x 1/8 inch) bolt on stainless steel draw band type clamp, or a stainless worm gear type clamp.c. Completely fill joint at top with sealant.C.Two-Piece Counter flashing:1. Where receiver is installed at new masonry coordinate to insure proper height, embed in mortar, and lap.2. Surface applied type receiver:a. Secure to face construction in accordance, with manufacturer's instructions.b. Completely fill space at the top edge of receiver with sealant.3.Insert counter flashing in receiver in accordance with fabricator or manufacturer's instructions and to fit tight against base flashing.D.Where vented edge occur install so lower edge of counter flashing is against base flashing.E.When counter flashing is a component of other flashing install as shown.3.5REGLETSA.Install reglets in a manner to provide a watertight installation.B.Locate reglets not less than 225 mm (9 inch) nor more than 400 mm (16 inch) above roofing, and not less than 125 mm (5 inch) nor more than325 mm (13 inch) above cant strip.C.Butt and align end joints or each section of reglet and securely hold in position until concrete or mortar are hardened:1. Coordinate reglets for anchorage into concrete with formwork construction.2. Coordinate reglets for masonry to locate horizontally into mortar joints.3.6HANGING GUTTERSA.Hang gutters with high points equidistant from downspouts.Slope at not less than 1:200 (1/16 inch per foot).B.Lap joints, except for expansion joints, at least 25 mm (one inch) in the direction of flow. Rivet and seal or solder lapped joints.C.Support gutters in brackets spaced not more than 600 mm (24 inch) on centers, brackets attached to facial or wood nailer by at least two screws or nails.1. For copper or copper clad stainless steel gutters use brass or bronze brackets.2. For stainless steel gutters use stainless steel brackets.3. For aluminum gutters use aluminum brackets or stainless steel brackets.4. Use brass or stainless steel screws.D.Secure brackets to gutters in such a manner as to allow free movement of gutter due to expansion and contraction.E.Gutter Expansion Joint:1. Locate expansion joints midway between outlet tubes.2. Provide at least a 25 mm (one inch) expansion joint space between end baffles of gutters. 3. Install a cover plate over the space at expansion joint.4. Fasten cover plates to gutter section on one side of expansion joint only.5. Secure loose end of cover plate to gutter section on other side of expansion joint by a loose-locked slip joint.F.Outlet Tubes: Set bracket strainers loosely into gutter outlet tubes.- E N D -SECTION 07 84 00FIRESTOPPINGPART 1 - GENERAL1.1DESCRIPTION A.Tested and listed fire stopping systems, combination of materials, or devices to form an effective barrier against the spread of flame, smoke and gases, and maintain the integrity of fire resistance rated walls, partitions, floors, and ceiling-floor assemblies, including through- penetrations and construction joints and gaps.1. Through-penetrations include the annular space around pipes, tubes, conduit, wires, cables and vents.2. Construction joints include those used to accommodate expansion, contraction, wind, or seismic movement; fire stopping material cannot interfere with the required movement of the joint.3. Gaps requiring fire stopping include gaps between the top of the fire-rated walls and the roof or floor deck above and at theintersection of shaft assemblies and adjoining fire resistance rated assemblies.Closure of openings in walls against penetration of gases or smoke in smoke partitions.1.2RELATED WORKNA1.3SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTSA.Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements.1.4SUBMITTALSA.Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.B.Submit detail drawings including manufacturer's descriptive data, typical details conforming to UL Fire Resistance or other details certified by another nationally recognized testing laboratory, installation instructions or UL listing details for a fire stopping assembly instead of fire-test data or report.For those fire stop applications for which no UL tested system is available through a manufacturer, submit a manufacturer's engineering judgment, derived from similar UL system designs or other tests, for review and approval prior to installation.Submittal must indicate the fire stopping material to be provided for each type of application; when more than a total of 5 penetrations and/or construction joints are to receive fire stopping, provide drawings that indicate location, "F", "T" and "L" ratings, and type of application.C.Submit certificates attesting that fire stopping material complies with the specified requirements. For all intumescent fire stop materials used in through penetration systems, manufacturer must provide certification from UL of passing the "Aging and Environmental Exposure Testing" portion of UL 1479.D.Submit manufacturer's representative certification stating that fire stopping work has been inspected and found to be applied according to the manufacturer's recommendations and the specified requirements. Manufacturer’s representative must be a direct employee of the manufacturer (not a distributor or an agent) and be qualified to perform the specified inspections and certify the fire stopping installation.1.5DELIVERY AND STORAGEA.Deliver materials in their original unopened containers with manufacturer’s name and product identification.B.Store in a location providing protection from damage and exposure to the elements.1.6WARRANTYA.Fire stopping work subject to the terms of the Article “Warranty of Construction”, FAR clause 52.246-21, except extend the warranty period to five years.1.7QUALITY ASSURANCEA.FM, UL, or WH or other approved laboratory tested products will be acceptable.1.8APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONSA.Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.B.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):E84-12cSurface Burning Characteristics of Building MaterialsE814-11aFire Tests of Penetration Fire stop Systems E2174-10ae1 On-Site Inspection of Installed Fire Stops E2393-10aOn-Site Inspection of Installed Fire Resistive Joint Systems and Perimeter Fire BarriersC.FM Global (FM):Annual IssueApproval Guide Building MaterialsD.Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):Annual IssueBuilding Materials DirectoryAnnual IssueFire Resistance Directory1479Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Fire stopsE.Warnock Hersey (WH):Annual IssueCertification Listings1.9SEQUENCINGA.Coordinate the specified work with other trades.B.Apply firestopping materials, at penetrations of pipes and ducts, prior to insulating, unless insulation meets requirements specified for firestopping.C.Apply firestopping materials at building joints and construction gaps, prior to completion of enclosing walls or assemblies.D.Locate and install cast-in-place firestop devices in place before concrete placement.Install pipe, conduit or cable bundles through cast-in-place device after concrete placement but before area is concealed or made inaccessible.E.Inspect and receive approval for firestop material prior to final completion and enclosing of any assemblies that may conceal installed firestop.PART 2 - PRODUCTS2.1FIRESTOP SYSTEMSA.Use factory built (Firestop Devices) or field erected (through- Penetration Firestop Systems) to form a specific building system maintaining required integrity of the fire barrier and stop the passage of gases or smoke.B.Through-penetration firestop systems and firestop devices tested in accordance with ASTM E814 or UL 1479 using the "F" or "T" rating must maintain the same rating and integrity as the fire barrier being sealed. "T" ratings are not required for penetrations smaller than or equal to 100 mm (4 in) nominal pipe or 0.01 m2 (16 sq. in.) in overall cross sectional area.C.Products requiring heat activation that seal an opening by its intumescence must exhibit a demonstrated ability to function as designed to maintain the fire barrier.D.Provide firestop sealants used for firestopping or smoke sealing with the following properties:1. Contain no flammable or toxic solvents.2. Have no dangerous or flammable out gassing during the drying or curing of products.3. Water-resistant after drying or curing and unaffected by high humidity, condensation or transient water exposure.4. When used in exposed areas, firestop sealant can be sanded and finished with similar surface treatments as used on the surrounding wall or floor surface.E.Provide firestopping system or devices used for penetrations by glass pipe, plastic pipe or conduits, unenclosed cables, or other non- metallic materials with following properties:1. Classified for use with the particular type of penetrating material used.2. Penetrations containing loose electrical cables, computer data cables, and communications cables protected using firestopping systems that allow unrestricted cable changes without damage to the seal.3. Intumescent products which would expand to seal the opening and act as fire, smoke, toxic fumes, and, water sealant.F.Provide products with maximum flame spread of 25 and smoke development of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.G.Provide products FM, UL, or WH rated or tested by an approved laboratory in accordance with ASTM E814.H.Materials must be asbestos free.2.2SMOKE STOPPING IN SMOKE PARTITIONSA.Use silicone sealant in smoke partitions as specified in Section07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.B.Use mineral fiber filler and bond breaker behind sealant.C.Sealants must have a maximum flame spread of 25 and smoke developed of50 when tested in accordance with E84.D.When used in exposed areas capable of being sanded and finished with similar surface treatments as used on the surrounding wall or floor surface. PART 3 - EXECUTION3.1EXAMINATIONA.Submit product data and installation instructions, as required by article, submittals, after an on-site examination of areas to receive fire stopping.3.2PREPARATIONA.Remove dirt, grease, oil, loose materials, or other substances that prevent adherence and bonding or application of the fire stopping or smoke stopping materials.B.Remove insulation on insulated pipe for a distance of 150 mm (6 inches) on either side of the fire rated assembly prior to applying the fire stopping materials unless the fire stopping materials are tested and approved for use on insulated pipes.3.3INSTALLATIONA.Do not begin work until the specified material data and installation instructions of the proposed fire stopping systems have been submitted and approved.B.Install fire stopping systems with smoke stopping in accordance with FM, UL, WH, or other approved system details and installation instructions.C.Install smoke stopping seals in smoke partitions.3.4INSPECTIONSA.Manufacturer’s technical representative to inspect all fire stopping in accordance to ASTM standards for fire stop inspection, and document inspection results; ASTM E2174 and E2393.3.5CLEAN-UP AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORKA.As work on each floor is completed, remove materials, litter, and debris.B.Do not move materials and equipment to the next-scheduled work area until completed work is inspected and accepted by the RE/COR; RE/COR inspection does not supersede requirement for inspection by manufacturer's representative or requirements of local jurisdiction.C.Clean up spills of liquid type materials.- E N D -INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORSNCA Mission: The National Cemetery Administration honors veterans with a final resting place and lasting memorials that commemorate their service to our Nation. National cemeteries are national shrines. The standards of maintenance, appearance and operational procedures performed by the Contractor at this cemetery shall reflect this nation’s concern for those interned there. For this reason, the Contractor’s strict adherence to the specifications shall be required and shall be essential. The Contractor shall demonstrate a clear understanding of, and the sensitivity to, environmental issues during the performance of the contract. Dignity Clause: Every action by contractor personnel at a national cemetery must be performed with the special care, reverence, dignity, and respect that acknowledge the cemetery as the final resting place that commemorates the service and sacrifice that service members, Veterans and their families made for our Nation. Critically important is the awareness required of the Contractor employees of the remains buried in the grounds where the work is performed. The utmost care must be given to these remains and the headstones and flat grave markers that mark those gravesites and memorialize the service of individuals.Requests for Information (RFI): To obtain additional information concerning contract specifications, Offerors are encouraged to submit a written request via email to Joselito.Roman@. Email shall include the solicitation number and title, contractor name, address, city, state, zip, telephone, email address, date submitted and the RFI questions(s). Questions must be specific and must address the appropriate section, paragraph, and page. All questions submitted must be in question format. All questions regarding this project must be submitted by February 15, 2016. No questions will be answered after this date unless deemed to be in the best interest of the Government as deemed by the Contracting Officer. Pre-bid Site Visit: The Government recommends that all interested Offerors make a pre-bid site visit. Site visits must be prescheduled and arranged by contacting the following cemetery personnel: Cemetery POC(s):Janice Hill, Fort Harrison (Hampton) Cemetery Director……………………………….. (757) 723-7104 Email: Janice.Hill@Technical POC:Rico Silvetti, North Atlantic District (NAD) Engineer………………………………….. (215) 381-3787 x4050Email: rico.silvetti@In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after award. See FAR clause 52.236-27 for additional information.Wage Determination: Currently, General Decision Number VA160103 Dated 01/15/2016 VA103 is applicable to any resultant contract. It is the responsibility of the Offerors to ensure that the correct, most current, wage determination is utilized when submitting a proposal. Please refer to Wage Determination , , in order to obtain a copy of the most current wage rate for the specific state, county in which this construction contract is being performed.Work Hours: Site work will be accomplished between the hours of 8:00 and 4:30, Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays. Weekend work must be requested in writing 24 hours in advance.Time of Completion: The project shall be completed within one hundred-eighty (180) calendar days after Notice to Proceed has been issued.All work shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Only the Contracting Officer (CO) has the authority to make changes to the contract that affects price and/or time. Work shall be conducted in such a manner to minimize the impact on cemetery operations. Refer to the COR for additional information.General Requirements: All work is based on the design, specifications and drawings provided. Warranty: The Contractor shall guarantee that all work done under this contract shall be free from faulty materials of workmanship and herby agrees to repair or replace without cost to the Department of Veterans Affairs all defects or imperfections appearing in said work within a period of one (1) year after the date of final acceptance. Contractor must respond within 48-hours to perform any warranty work. Time to have parts delivered to site that are not locally available is not included in this 48-hour response time. Refer to FAR 52.246-21 Warranty of Construction in this solicitation.Proposals Submission: Proposals will be accepted and considered for award of a firm-fix price contract. Submitted proposals that do not meet the following instructions may be determined to be nonresponsive and will not be considered for award.Offeror eCMS Vendor Portal Registration: All Interested Offerors must be registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs eCMS Vendor Portal at . Offerors who require registration shall proceed to the Vendor Portal’s Login section and shall click on Request a user account to register. In the event an Offeror is unable to submit a proposal through the vendor portal domain, prior to the proposal closing date, contact the VAAS helpdesk at 1-877-634-3739, or via email at VA.Acquisition.Systems@. If an Offeror is still having difficulties in submitting a proposal via the Vendor Portal the contracting officer may accept an Offeror’s proposal via email under the following circumstances: Offeror must provide evidence that an email discussions or verbal discussion with the VAAS helpdesk could not resolve registration issues. Proposal submitted must meet the time constraints as set forth in the solicitation. Proposals submitted via email without set requirements will not be accepted and will be considered to be nonresponsive. All Proposal transmissions and uploads submitted via the Vendor Portal or via email are due no later than February 25, 2015 2:00 PM EST. Late or incomplete Proposals will also be considered to be nonresponsive. Proposal Requirements: One (1) properly completed, signed and dated Standard Form 1442 with price/cost schedule.Alternative Payment Protection and Performance Bond if applicable as stated in FAR 52.228-13.A completed copy of 52.204-8, Representation and Certifications. Technical Proposal shall address evaluation factors and the Scope of Work (SOW).Acknowledgement of any amendments if pleted FAR Clause 52.223-3 “Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data” (if applicable).Failure to submit all required documentation may result in your submission being determined technically unresponsive and removed from further consideration.Evaluation Process: The Government will award a firm fix contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose proposal is the lowest evaluated price of proposals meeting or exceeding the acceptability standards for non-cost factors. Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) means that the award will be made to the contractor whose price is lowest among all proposals that were deemed to be technically acceptable. The award will be made without discussion.A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror, within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.Price: Price will be evaluated for reasonableness and realism. Price reasonableness identifies the overall price of the supply or service and determines if the Government considerers a proposal to be overly optimistic. Price Realism identifies the risk associated with a low priced proposal and whether or not the overall price offered is fair and reasonable. The Government will perform a Price Realism Analysis that will examine a proposal’s performance risk in fixed price contract procurement, with particular emphasis to the risk of low priced proposals. A Price Realism Analysis will be applied in order to measure the offeror’s understanding of the requirements and if the proposed price is so low that the performance of the contract will be at risk. If the price analysis technique indicates that an offer is unbalanced, the contracting officer may reject the proposal if the lack of balance poses an unacceptable risk to the Government.The Government will evaluate an Offer’s price proposal with all price proposals received and will compare all prices with the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE). Proposed prices that are considered technically acceptable but are not within a standard deviation above or below the market average will be considered non-responsive. A proposal that provides a price with no substantial information on pricing and/or performance will result in an inferior proposal and may also be deemed non responsive. If an Offeror’s proposal is not technically acceptable but is the lowest price, the Offeror will be considered non responsive and will not get the award.Technical Capabilities: Technical Capabilities will be evaluated for acceptability but not ranked using the non-cost/price factors.Proposals will be considered only from Offerors who are regularly established in the business called for and who are financially responsible and have the necessary equipment and personnel to furnish the supplies and services required under this contract. In addition to any other evaluation criteria specified elsewhere in the solicitation – Offerors shall provide the following technical information with their proposals:Sub-Factor 1: Overall Assessment of Technical Requirements to include experience of company and or sub-contractor in performing the work involved as described in the Solicitation.Sub-Factor 2: Work Plan and Staffing Plan to accomplish the required services, to include proposed man hours, methodology, list of equipment/vehicles to be used, licenses, permits, and insurance informationSub-Factor 3: Managerial Qualifications of Key Personnel to include information on key personnel with relevant experience, identification of any sub-contractors(s) used in performance of the contract.The Government reserves the right to reject all proposals received in response to a solicitation, if doing so is in the best interest of the Government.(End of Provision)2.1 52.222-5 CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS—SECONDARY SITE OF THE WORK (MAY 2014) (a)(1) The offeror shall notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements, of this solicitation. (2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a determination from the Contracting Officer. (b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer. (2) The due date for receipt of offers will not be extended as a result of an offeror's request for a wage determination for a secondary site of the work.(End of Provision)2.2 52.222-23 NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSTRUCTION (FEB 1999) (a) The offeror's attention is called to the Equal Opportunity clause and the Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction clause of this solicitation. (b) The goals for minority and female participation, expressed in percentage terms for the Contractor's aggregate workforce in each trade on all construction work in the covered area, are as follows:Goals for minority participation for each tradeGoals for female participation for each trade24.9 %6.9 % These goals are applicable to all the Contractor's construction work performed in the covered area. If the Contractor performs construction work in a geographical area located outside of the covered area, the Contractor shall apply the goals established for the geographical area where the work is actually performed. Goals are published periodically in the Federal Register in notice form, and these notices may be obtained from any Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs office. (c) The Contractor's compliance with Executive Order 11246, as amended, and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4 shall be based on (1) its implementation of the Equal Opportunity clause, (2) specific affirmative action obligations required by the clause entitled "Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction," and (3) its efforts to meet the goals. The hours of minority and female employment and training must be substantially uniform throughout the length of the contract, and in each trade. The Contractor shall make a good faith effort to employ minorities and women evenly on each of its projects. The transfer of minority or female employees or trainees from Contractor to Contractor, or from project to project, for the sole purpose of meeting the Contractor's goals shall be a violation of the contract, Executive Order 11246, as amended, and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4. Compliance with the goals will be measured against the total work hours performed. (d) The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Federal Contract Compliance, U.S. Department of Labor, within 10 working days following award of any construction subcontract in excess of $10,000 at any tier for construction work under the contract resulting from this solicitation. The notification shall list the— (1) Name, address, and telephone number of the subcontractor; (2) Employer's identification number of the subcontractor; (3) Estimated dollar amount of the subcontract; (4) Estimated starting and completion dates of the subcontract; and (5) Geographical area in which the subcontract is to be performed. (e) As used in this Notice, and in any contract resulting from this solicitation, the "covered area" isHenrico County, Virginia(End of Provision)2.3 52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014) (a) Definitions. "Commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item," "construction material," "domestic construction material," and "foreign construction material," as used in this provision, are defined in the clause of this solicitation entitled "Buy American—Construction Materials" (Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.225-9). (b) Requests for determinations of inapplicability. An offeror requesting a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute should submit the request to the Contracting Officer in time to allow a determination before submission of offers. The offeror shall include the information and applicable supporting data required by paragraphs (c) and (d) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 in the request. If an offeror has not requested a determination regarding the inapplicability of the Buy American statute before submitting its offer, or has not received a response to a previous request, the offeror shall include the information and supporting data in the offer. (c) Evaluation of offers. (1) The Government will evaluate an offer requesting exception to the requirements of the Buy American statute, based on claimed unreasonable cost of domestic construction material, by adding to the offered price the appropriate percentage of the cost of such foreign construction material, as specified in paragraph (b)(3)(i) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9. (2) If evaluation results in a tie between an offeror that requested the substitution of foreign construction material based on unreasonable cost and an offeror that did not request an exception, the Contracting Officer will award to the offeror that did not request an exception based on unreasonable cost. (d) Alternate offers. (1) When an offer includes foreign solicitation in paragraph (b)(2) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9, the offeror also may submit an alternate offer based on use of equivalent domestic construction material. (2) If an alternate offer is submitted, the offeror shall submit a separate Standard Form 1442 for the alternate offer, and a separate price comparison table prepared in accordance with paragraphs (c) and (d) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 for the offer that is based on the use of any foreign construction material for which the Government has not yet determined an exception applies. (3) If the Government determines that a particular exception requested in accordance with paragraph (c) of the clause at FAR 52.225-9 does not apply, the Government will evaluate only those offers based on use of the equivalent domestic construction material, and the offeror shall be required to furnish such domestic construction material. An offer based on use of the foreign construction material for which an exception was requested— (i) Will be rejected as nonresponsive if this acquisition is conducted by sealed bidding; or (ii) May be accepted if revised during negotiations.(End of Provision)2.4 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995) (a) The clauses at 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, and 52.236-3, Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed. (b) Site visits may be arranged during normal duty hours by contacting: Name: Janice Hill, Cemetery Director Address: Fort Harrison Natoinal Cemetery 8620 Varina Road Richmond, VA 23231 Telephone: 757-723-7104(End of Provision)2.5 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): (End of Provision)FAR NumberTitleDate52.204-16COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTINGJUL 201552.215-1INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMPETITIVE ACQUISITIONJAN 200452.232-38SUBMISSION OF ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER INFORMATION WITH OFFERJUL 201352.236-28PREPARATION OF PROPOSALS—CONSTRUCTIONOCT 19972.6 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING-- MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUN 2011) This solicitation includes VAAR 852.219-10 VA Notice of Total Service- Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside. Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation will include this clause. The contractor is advised in performing contract administration functions, the CO may use the services of a support contractor(s) retained by VA to assist in assessing the contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirements specified in the clause. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to contractor's offices where the contractor's business records or other proprietary data are retained and to review such business records regarding the contractor's compliance with this requirement. All support contractors conducting this review on behalf of VA will be required to sign an “Information Protection and Non-Disclosure and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Agreement” to ensure the contractor's business records or other proprietary data reviewed or obtained in the course of assisting the CO in assessing the contractor for compliance are protected to ensure information or data is not improperly disclosed or other impropriety occurs. Furthermore, if VA determines any services the support contractor(s) will perform in assessing compliance are advisory and assistance services as defined in FAR 2.101, Definitions, the support contractor(s) must also enter into an agreement with the contractor to protect proprietary information as required by FAR 9.505-4, obtaining access to proprietary information, paragraph (b). The contractor is required to cooperate fully and make available any records as may be required to enable the CO to assess the contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirement.REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS3.1 52.203-98 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS—REPRESENTATION (DEVIATION) (FEB 2015) (a) In accordance with section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Resolution Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235), Government agencies are not permitted to use funds appropriated (or otherwise made available) under that or any other Act for contracts with an entity that requires employees or subcontractors of such entity seeking to report fraud, waste, or abuse to sign internal confidentiality agreements or statements prohibiting or otherwise restricting such employees or contactors from lawfully reporting such waste, fraud, or abuse to a designated investigative or law enforcement representative of a Federal department or agency authorized to receive such information. (b) The prohibition in paragraph (a) of this provision does not contravene requirements applicable to Standard Form 312, Form 4414, or any other form issued by a Federal department or agency governing the nondisclosure of classified information. (c) Representation. By submission of its offer, the Offeror represents that it does not require employees or subcontractors of such entity seeking to report fraud, waste, or abuse to sign internal confidentiality agreements or statements prohibiting or otherwise restricting such employees or subcontractors from lawfully reporting such waste, fraud, or abuse to a designated investigative or law enforcement representative of a Federal department or agency authorized to receive such information.(End of Provision)3.2 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) (a)(1) The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 236220. (2) The small business size standard is $36.5 Million. (3) The small business size standard for a concern which submits an offer in its own name, other than on a construction or service contract, but which proposes to furnish a product which it did not itself manufacture, is 500 employees. (b)(1) If the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management, is included in this solicitation, paragraph (d) of this provision applies. (2) If the provision at 52.204-7 is not included in this solicitation, and the offeror is currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), and has completed the Representations and Certifications section of SAM electronically, the offeror may choose to use paragraph (d) of this provision instead of completing the corresponding individual representations and certifications in the solicitation. The offeror shall indicate which option applies by checking one of the following boxes: [ ] (i) Paragraph (d) applies. [ ] (ii) Paragraph (d) does not apply and the offeror has completed the individual representations and certifications in the solicitation. (c)(1) The following representations or certifications in SAM are applicable to this solicitation as indicated: (i) 52.203-2, Certificate of Independent Price Determination. This provision applies to solicitations when a firm-fixed-price contract or fixed-price contract with economic price adjustment is contemplated, unless— (A) The acquisition is to be made under the simplified acquisition procedures in Part 13; (B) The solicitation is a request for technical proposals under two-step sealed bidding procedures; or (C) The solicitation is for utility services for which rates are set by law or regulation. (ii) 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. This provision applies to solicitations expected to exceed $150,000. (iii) 52.204-3, Taxpayer Identification. This provision applies to solicitations that do not include the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management. (iv) 52.204-5, Women-Owned Business (Other Than Small Business). This provision applies to solicitations that— (A) Are not set aside for small business concerns; (B) Exceed the simplified acquisition threshold; and (C) Are for contracts that will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas. (v) 52.209-2, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations—Representation. (vi) 52.209-5, Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters. This provision applies to solicitations where the contract value is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. (vii) 52.214-14, Place of Performance—Sealed Bidding. This provision applies to invitations for bids except those in which the place of performance is specified by the Government. (viii) 52.215-6, Place of Performance. This provision applies to solicitations unless the place of performance is specified by the Government. (ix) 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations (Basic & Alternate I). This provision applies to solicitations when the contract will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas. (A) The basic provision applies when the solicitations are issued by other than DoD, NASA, and the Coast Guard. (B) The provision with its Alternate I applies to solicitations issued by DoD, NASA, or the Coast Guard. (x) 52.219-2, Equal Low Bids. This provision applies to solicitations when contracting by sealed bidding and the contract will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas. (xi) 52.222-22, Previous Contracts and Compliance Reports. This provision applies to solicitations that include the clause at 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity. (xii) 52.222-25, Affirmative Action Compliance. This provision applies to solicitations, other than those for construction, when the solicitation includes the clause at 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity. (xiii) 52.222-38, Compliance with Veterans' Employment Reporting Requirements. This provision applies to solicitations when it is anticipated the contract award will exceed the simplified acquisition threshold and the contract is not for acquisition of commercial items. (xiv) 52.223-1, Biobased Product Certification. This provision applies to solicitations that require the delivery or specify the use of USDA-designated items; or include the clause at 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts. (xv) 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification. This provision applies to solicitations that are for, or specify the use of, EPA-designated items. (xvi) 52.225-2, Buy American Certificate. This provision applies to solicitations containing the clause at 52.225-1. (xvii) 52.225-4, Buy American—Free Trade Agreements—Israeli Trade Act Certificate. (Basic, Alternates I, II, and III.) This provision applies to solicitations containing the clause at 52.225-3. (A) If the acquisition value is less than $25,000, the basic provision applies. (B) If the acquisition value is $25,000 or more but is less than $50,000, the provision with its Alternate I applies. (C) If the acquisition value is $50,000 or more but is less than $79,507, the provision with its Alternate II applies. (D) If the acquisition value is $79,507 or more but is less than $100,000, the provision with its Alternate III applies. (xviii) 52.225-6, Trade Agreements Certificate. This provision applies to solicitations containing the clause at 52.225-5. (xix) 52.225-20, Prohibition on Conducting Restricted Business Operations in Sudan—Certification. This provision applies to all solicitations. (xx) 52.225-25, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran—Representation and Certifications. This provision applies to all solicitations. (xxi) 52.226-2, Historically Black College or University and Minority Institution Representation. This provision applies to solicitations for research, studies, supplies, or services of the type normally acquired from higher educational institutions. (A) Solicitations for research, studies, supplies, or services of the type normally acquired from higher educational institutions; and (B) For DoD, NASA, and Coast Guard acquisitions, solicitations that contain the clause at 52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns. (2) The following certifications are applicable as indicated by the Contracting Officer: [](i) 52.204-17, Ownership or Control of Offeror. [](ii) 52.222-18, Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor for Listed End Products. [](iii) 52.222-48, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment—Certification. [](iv) 52.222-52, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services—Certification. [](v) 52.223-9, with its Alternate I, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Products (Alternate I only). [](vi) 52.227-6, Royalty Information. [](A) Basic. [](B) Alternate I. [](vii) 52.227-15, Representation of Limited Rights Data and Restricted Computer Software. (d) The offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically via the SAM Web site accessed through . After reviewing the SAM database information, the offeror verifies by submission of the offer that the representations and certifications currently posted electronically that apply to this solicitation as indicated in paragraph (c) of this provision have been entered or updated within the last 12 months, are current, accurate, complete, and applicable to this solicitation (including the business size standard applicable to the NAICS code referenced for this solicitation), as of the date of this offer and are incorporated in this offer by reference (see FAR 4.1201); except for the changes identified below [offeror to insert changes, identifying change by clause number, title, date]. These amended representation(s) and/or certification(s) are also incorporated in this offer and are current, accurate, and complete as of the date of this offer.FAR Clause #TitleDateChange Any changes provided by the offeror are applicable to this solicitation only, and do not result in an update to the representations and certifications posted on SAM.(End of Provision)3.3 52.209-5 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING AN UNPAID TAX LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY FEDERAL LAW (DEVIATION)(MAR 2012) (a) In accordance with Division H, sections 8124 and 8125 of P.L. 112-74 and sections 738 and 739 of P.L. 112-55 none of the funds made available by either Act may be used to enter into a contract with any corporation that— (1) Has an unpaid federal tax liability, unless the agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and the Suspension and Debarment Official has made a determination that this action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government. (2) Has a felony criminal violation under any Federal or State law within the preceding 24 months, unless the agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and Suspension and Debarment Official has made a determination that this action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government. (b) The Offeror represents that— (1) The offeror does [ ] does not [ ] have any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability. (2) The offeror, its officers or agents acting on its behalf have [ ] have not [ ] been convicted of a felony criminal violation under a Federal or State law within the preceding 24 months.(End of Provision)GENERAL CONDITIONS4.1 52.203-99 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES THAT REQUIRE CERTAIN INTERNAL CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS (DEVIATION) (FEB 2015) (a) The Contractor shall not require employees or contractors seeking to report fraud, waste, or abuse to sign or comply with internal confidentiality agreements or statements prohibiting or otherwise restricting such employees or subcontractors from lawfully reporting such waste, fraud, or abuse to a designated investigative or law enforcement representative of a Federal department or agency authorized to receive such information. (b) The contractor shall notify employees that the prohibitions and restrictions of any internal confidentiality agreements covered by this clause are no longer in effect. (c) The prohibition in paragraph (a) of this clause does not contravene requirements applicable to Standard Form 312, Form 4414, or any other form issued by a Federal department or agency governing the nondisclosure of classified information. (d)(1) In accordance with section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Resolution Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235), use of funds appropriated (or otherwise made available) under that or any other Act may be prohibited, if the Government determines that the Contractor is not in compliance with the provisions of this clause. (2) The Government may seek any available remedies in the event the contractor fails to comply with the provisions of this clause.(End of Clause)4.2 52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) The Contractor's representations and certifications, including those completed electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM), are incorporated by reference into the contract.(End of Clause)4.3 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984) ALTERNATE I (APR 1984) The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 180 days after receipt of award. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises. The completion date is based on the assumption that the successful offeror will receive the notice to proceed by March 11, 2016. The completion date will be extended by the number of calendar days after the above date that the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, except to the extent that the delay in issuance of the notice to proceed results from the failure of the Contractor to execute the contract and give the required performance and payment bonds within the time specified in the offer.(End of Clause)4.4 52.219-28 POST-AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (JUL 2013) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause— Long-term contract means a contract of more than five years in duration, including options. However, the term does not include contracts that exceed five years in duration because the period of performance has been extended for a cumulative period not to exceed six months under the clause at 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services, or other appropriate authority. Small business concern means a concern, including its affiliates, that is independently owned and operated, not dominant in the field of operation in which it is bidding on Government contracts, and qualified as a small business under the criteria in 13 CFR part 121 and the size standard in paragraph (c) of this clause. Such a concern is "not dominant in its field of operation" when it does not exercise a controlling or major influence on a national basis in a kind of business activity in which a number of business concerns are primarily engaged. In determining whether dominance exists, consideration shall be given to all appropriate factors, including volume of business, number of employees, financial resources, competitive status or position, ownership or control of materials, processes, patents, license agreements, facilities, sales territory, and nature of business activity. (b) If the Contractor represented that it was a small business concern prior to award of this contract, the Contractor shall rerepresent its size status according to paragraph (e) of this clause or, if applicable, paragraph (g) of this clause, upon the occurrence of any of the following: (1) Within 30 days after execution of a novation agreement or within 30 days after modification of the contract to include this clause, if the novation agreement was executed prior to inclusion of this clause in the contract. (2) Within 30 days after a merger or acquisition that does not require a novation or within 30 days after modification of the contract to include this clause, if the merger or acquisition occurred prior to inclusion of this clause in the contract. (3) For long-term contracts— (i) Within 60 to 120 days prior to the end of the fifth year of the contract; and (ii) Within 60 to 120 days prior to the date specified in the contract for exercising any option thereafter. (c) The Contractor shall rerepresent its size status in accordance with the size standard in effect at the time of this rerepresentation that corresponds to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this contract. The small business size standard corresponding to this NAICS code can be found at . (d) The small business size standard for a Contractor providing a product which it does not manufacture itself, for a contract other than a construction or service contract, is 500 employees. (e) Except as provided in paragraph (g) of this clause, the Contractor shall make the representation required by paragraph (b) of this clause by validating or updating all its representations in the Representations and Certifications section of the System for Award Management (SAM) and its other data in SAM, as necessary, to ensure that they reflect the Contractor's current status. The Contractor shall notify the contracting office in writing within the timeframes specified in paragraph (b) of this clause that the data have been validated or updated, and provide the date of the validation or update. (f) If the Contractor represented that it was other than a small business concern prior to award of this contract, the Contractor may, but is not required to, take the actions required by paragraphs (e) or (g) of this clause. (g) If the Contractor does not have representations and certifications in SAM, or does not have a representation in SAM for the NAICS code applicable to this contract, the Contractor is required to complete the following rerepresentation and submit it to the contracting office, along with the contract number and the date on which the rerepresentation was completed: The Contractor represents that it [ ] is, [ ] is not a small business concern under NAICS Code 236220 assigned to contract number .[Contractor to sign and date and insert authorized signer's name and title].(End of Clause)4.5 52.222-35 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS (OCT 2015) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause— “Active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran,” “Armed Forces service medal veteran,” “disabled veteran,” “protected veteran,” “qualified disabled veteran,” and “recently separated veteran” have the meanings given at FAR 22.1301. (b) Equal opportunity clause. The Contractor shall abide by the requirements of the equal opportunity clause at 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), as of March 24, 2014. This clause prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by the Contractor to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. (c) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall insert the terms of this clause in subcontracts of $150,000 or more unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor. The Contractor shall act as specified by the Director, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, to enforce the terms, including action for noncompliance. Such necessary changes in language may be made as shall be appropriate to identify properly the parties and their undertakings.(End of Clause)4.6 52.225-9 BUY AMERICAN—CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (MAY 2014) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause— "Commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item"— (1) Means any item of supply (including construction material) that is— (i) A commercial item (as defined in paragraph (1) of the definition at FAR 2.101); (ii) Sold in substantial quantities in the commercial marketplace; and (iii) Offered to the Government, under a contract or subcontract at any tier, without modification, in the same form in which it is sold in the commercial marketplace; and (2) Does not include bulk cargo, as defined in 46 U.S.C. 40102(4), such as agricultural products and petroleum products. "Component" means any article, material, or supply incorporated directly into construction material. "Construction material" means an article, material, or supply brought to the construction site by the Contractor or a subcontractor for incorporation into the building or work. The term also includes an item brought to the site preassembled from articles, materials, or supplies. However, emergency life safety systems, such as emergency lighting, fire alarm, and audio evacuation systems, that are discrete systems incorporated into a public building or work and that are produced as complete systems, are evaluated as a single and distinct construction material regardless of when or how the individual parts or components of those systems are delivered to the construction site. Materials purchased directly by the Government are supplies, not construction material. "Cost of components" means— (1) For components purchased by the Contractor, the acquisition cost, including transportation costs to the place of incorporation into the end product (whether or not such costs are paid to a domestic firm), and any applicable duty (whether or not a duty-free entry certificate is issued); or (2) For components manufactured by the Contractor, all costs associated with the manufacture of the component, including transportation costs as described in paragraph (1) of this definition, plus allocable overhead costs, but excluding profit. Cost of components does not include any costs associated with the manufacture of the construction material. "Domestic construction material" means— (1) An unmanufactured construction material mined or produced in the United States; (2) A construction material manufactured in the United States, if— (i) The cost of its components mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States exceeds 50 percent of the cost of all its components. Components of foreign origin of the same class or kind for which nonavailability determinations have been made are treated as domestic; or (ii) The construction material is a COTS item. "Foreign construction material" means a construction material other than a domestic construction material. "United States" means the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and outlying areas. (b) Domestic preference. (1) This clause implements 41 U.S.C. chapter 83, Buy American, by providing a preference for domestic construction material. In accordance with 41 U.S.C. 1907, the component test of the Buy American statute is waived for construction material that is a COTS item. (See FAR 12.505(a)(2)). The Contractor shall use only domestic construction material in performing this contract, except as provided in paragraphs (b)(2) and (b)(3) of this clause. (2) This requirement does not apply to information technology that is a commercial item or to the construction materials or components listed by the Government as follows:Lead Glass (3) The Contracting Officer may add other foreign construction material to the list in paragraph (b)(2) of this clause if the Government determines that— (i) The cost of domestic construction material would be unreasonable. The cost of a particular domestic construction material subject to the requirements of the Buy American statute is unreasonable when the cost of such material exceeds the cost of foreign material by more than 6 percent; (ii) The application of the restriction of the Buy American statute to a particular construction material would be impracticable or inconsistent with the public interest; or (iii) The construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality. (c) Request for determination of inapplicability of the Buy American statute. (1)(i) Any Contractor request to use foreign construction material in accordance with paragraph (b)(3) of this clause shall include adequate information for Government evaluation of the request, including— (A) A description of the foreign and domestic construction materials; (B) Unit of measure; (C) Quantity; (D) Price; (E) Time of delivery or availability; (F) Location of the construction project; (G) Name and address of the proposed supplier; and (H) A detailed justification of the reason for use of foreign construction materials cited in accordance with paragraph (b)(3) of this clause. (ii) A request based on unreasonable cost shall include a reasonable survey of the market and a completed price comparison table in the format in paragraph (d) of this clause. (iii) The price of construction material shall include all delivery costs to the construction site and any applicable duty (whether or not a duty-free certificate may be issued). (iv) Any Contractor request for a determination submitted after contract award shall explain why the Contractor could not reasonably foresee the need for such determination and could not have requested the determination before contract award. If the Contractor does not submit a satisfactory explanation, the Contracting Officer need not make a determination. (2) If the Government determines after contract award that an exception to the Buy American statute applies and the Contracting Officer and the Contractor negotiate adequate consideration, the Contracting Officer will modify the contract to allow use of the foreign construction material. However, when the basis for the exception is the unreasonable price of a domestic construction material, adequate consideration is not less than the differential established in paragraph (b)(3)(i) of this clause. (3) Unless the Government determines that an exception to the Buy American statute applies, use of foreign construction material is noncompliant with the Buy American statute. (d) Data. To permit evaluation of requests under paragraph (c) of this clause based on unreasonable cost, the Contractor shall include the following information and any applicable supporting data based on the survey of suppliers:FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS PRICE COMPARISONConstruction Material DescriptionUnit of MeasureQuantityPrice (Dollars)*Item 1:Foreign Construction MaterialDomestic Construction MaterialItem 2:Foreign Construction MaterialDomestic Construction Material[List name, address, telephone number, and contact for suppliers surveyed Attach copy of response; if oral, attach summary.][Include other applicable supporting information.][*Include all delivery costs to the construction site and any applicable duty (whether or not a duty-free entry certificate is issued).](End of Clause)4.7 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): (End of Clause)FAR NumberTitleDate52.204-7SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENTJUL 201352.204-13SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCEJUL 201352.204-18COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCEJUL 201552.209-10PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH INVERTED DOMESTIC CORPORATIONSNOV 201552.222-1NOTICE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF LABOR DISPUTESFEB 199752.222-3CONVICT LABORJUN 200352.222-6CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTSMAY 201452.222-7WITHHOLDING OF FUNDSMAY 201452.222-8PAYROLLS AND BASIC RECORDSMAY 201452.222-9APPRENTICES AND TRAINEESJUL 200552.222-10COMPLIANCE WITH COPELAND ACT REQUIREMENTSFEB 198852.222-11SUBCONTRACTS (LABOR STANDARDS)MAY 201452.222-12CONTRACT TERMINATION—DEBARMENTMAY 201452.222-13COMPLIANCE WITH CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS AND RELATED REGULATIONSMAY 201452.222-14DISPUTES CONCERNING LABOR STANDARDSFEB 198852.222-15CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITYMAY 201452.222-21PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIESAPR 201552.222-26EQUAL OPPORTUNITYAPR 201552.222-27AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTIONAPR 201552.222-36EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIESJUL 201452.222-37EMPLOYMENT REPORTS ON VETERANSOCT 201552.222-50COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONSMAR 201552.222-55MINIMUM WAGES UNDER EXECUTIVE ORDER 13658DEC 201552.228-13ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROTECTIONSJUL 200052.223-5POLLUTION PREVENTION AND RIGHT-TO-KNOW INFORMATIONMAY 201152.223-18ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVINGAUG 201152.225-13RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASESJUN 200852.227-4PATENT INDEMNITY—CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTSDEC 200752.232-5PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTSMAY 201452.232-18AVAILABILITY OF FUNDSAPR 198452.232-23ASSIGNMENT OF CLAIMSMAY 201452.232-27PROMPT PAYMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTSMAY 201452.232-34PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER—OTHER THAN SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENTJUL 201352.232-39UNENFORCEABILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED OBLIGATIONSJUN 201352.232-40PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORSDEC 201352.233-1DISPUTESMAY 201452.233-3PROTEST AFTER AWARDAUG 199652.233-4APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIMOCT 200452.236-2DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONSAPR 198452.236-3SITE INVESTIGATION AND CONDITIONS AFFECTING THE WORKAPR 198452.236-5MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIPAPR 198452.236-6SUPERINTENDENCE BY THE CONTRACTORAPR 198452.236-7PERMITS AND RESPONSIBILITIESNOV 199152.236-8OTHER CONTRACTSAPR 198452.236-9PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTSAPR 198452.236-10OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREASAPR 198452.236-11USE AND POSSESSION PRIOR TO COMPLETIONAPR 198452.236-12CLEANING UPAPR 198452.236-14AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICESAPR 1984$52.236-15SCHEDULES FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTSAPR 198452.236-17LAYOUT OF WORKAPR 198452.242-14SUSPENSION OF WORKAPR 198452.243-5CHANGES AND CHANGED CONDITIONSAPR 198452.244-6SUBCONTRACTS FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMSDEC 201552.246-21WARRANTY OF CONSTRUCTIONMAR 199452.249-10DEFAULT (FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION)APR 198452.253-1COMPUTER GENERATED FORMSJAN 19914.8 VAAR 852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING (JAN 2008) The bidder or offeror agrees that if a contract is awarded to him/her, as a result of this solicitation, he/she will not advertise the award of the contract in his/her commercial advertising in such a manner as to state or imply that the Department of Veterans Affairs endorses a product, project or commercial line of endeavor.(End of Clause)4.9 VAAR 852.211-74 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES (JAN 2008) If any unit of the work contracted for is accepted in advance of the whole, the rate of liquidated damages assessed will be in the ratio that the value of the unaccepted work bears to the total amount of the contract. If a separate price for unaccepted work has not been stated in the contractor's bid, determination of the value thereof will be made from schedules of costs furnished by the contractor and approved by the contracting officer, as specified elsewhere in the contract.(End of Clause)4.10 VAAR 852.211-75 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (JAN 2008) The products offered under this solicitation shall be type , grade , in accordance with No. , dated and amendment dated , except for paragraphs and which are amended as follows:(End of Clause)4.11 VAAR 852.219-10 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE (DEC 2009) (a) Definition. For the Department of Veterans Affairs, "Service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern": (1) Means a small business concern: (i) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case of any publicly owned business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one or more service-disabled veterans (or eligible surviving spouses); (ii) The management and daily business operations of which are controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans (or eligible surviving spouses) or, in the case of a service-disabled veteran with permanent and severe disability, the spouse or permanent caregiver of such veteran; (iii) The business meets Federal small business size standards for the applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code identified in the solicitation document; and (iv) The business has been verified for ownership and control and is so listed in the Vendor Information Pages database, (). (2) "Service-disabled veteran" means a veteran, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(2), with a disability that is service-connected, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(16). (b) General. (1) Offers are solicited only from service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns. Offers received from concerns that are not service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns shall not be considered. (2) Any award resulting from this solicitation shall be made to a service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern. (c) Agreement. A service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern agrees that in the performance of the contract, in the case of a contract for: (1) Services (except construction), at least 50 percent of the cost of personnel for contract performance will be spent for employees of the concern or employees of other eligible service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns; (2) Supplies (other than acquisition from a nonmanufacturer of the supplies), at least 50 percent of the cost of manufacturing, excluding the cost of materials, will be performed by the concern or other eligible service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns; (3) General construction, at least 15 percent of the cost of the contract performance incurred for personnel will be spent on the concern's employees or the employees of other eligible service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns; or (4) Construction by special trade contractors, at least 25 percent of the cost of the contract performance incurred for personnel will be spent on the concern's employees or the employees of other eligible service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns. (d) A joint venture may be considered a service-disabled veteran owned small business concern if-- (1) At least one member of the joint venture is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern, and makes the following representations: That it is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern, and that it is a small business concern under the North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) code assigned to the procurement; (2) Each other concern is small under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the procurement; and (3) The joint venture meets the requirements of paragraph 7 of the explanation of Affiliates in 19.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. (4) The joint venture meets the requirements of 13 CFR 125.15(b). (e) Any service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern (non-manufacturer) must meet the requirements in 19.102(f) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to receive a benefit under this program.(End of Clause)4.12 VAAR 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2012) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause— (1) Contract financing payment has the meaning given in FAR 32.001. (2) Designated agency office has the meaning given in 5 CFR 1315.2(m). (3) Electronic form means an automated system transmitting information electronically according to the Accepted electronic data transmission methods and formats identified in paragraph (c) of this clause. Facsimile, email, and scanned documents are not acceptable electronic forms for submission of payment requests. (4) Invoice payment has the meaning given in FAR 32.001. (5) Payment request means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment submitted by the contractor under this contract. (b) Electronic payment requests. Except as provided in paragraph (e) of this clause, the contractor shall submit payment requests in electronic form. Purchases paid with a Government-wide commercial purchase card are considered to be an electronic transaction for purposes of this rule, and therefore no additional electronic invoice submission is required. (c) Data transmission. A contractor must ensure that the data transmission method and format are through one of the following: (1) VA’s Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System. (See Web site at .) (2) Any system that conforms to the X12 electronic data interchange (EDI) formats established by the Accredited Standards Center (ASC) and chartered by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The X12 EDI Web site () includes additional information on EDI 810 and 811 formats. (d) Invoice requirements. Invoices shall comply with FAR 32.905. (e) Exceptions. If, based on one of the circumstances below, the contracting officer directs that payment requests be made by mail, the contractor shall submit payment requests by mail through the United States Postal Service to the designated agency office. Submission of payment requests by mail may be required for: (1) Awards made to foreign vendors for work performed outside the United States; (2) Classified contracts or purchases when electronic submission and processing of payment requests could compromise the safeguarding of classified or privacy information; (3) Contracts awarded by contracting officers in the conduct of emergency operations, such as responses to national emergencies; (4) Solicitations or contracts in which the designated agency office is a VA entity other than the VA Financial Services Center in Austin, Texas; or (5) Solicitations or contracts in which the VA designated agency office does not have electronic invoicing capability as described above.(End of Clause)4.13 VAAR 852.236-72 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (JUL 2002) The clause entitled "Performance of Work by the Contractor" in FAR 52.236-1 is supplemented as follows: (a) Contract work accomplished on the site by laborers, mechanics, and foremen/forewomen on the contractor's payroll and under his/her direct supervision shall be included in establishing the percent of work to be performed by the contractor. Cost of material and equipment installed by such labor may be included. The work by the contractor's executive, supervisory and clerical forces shall be excluded in establishing compliance with the requirements of this clause. (b) The contractor shall submit, simultaneously with the schedule of costs required by the Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts clause of the contract, a statement designating the branch or branches of contract work to be performed with his/her forces. The approved schedule of costs will be used in determining the value of a branch or branches, or portions thereof, of the work for the purpose of this article. (c) If, during the progress of work hereunder, the contractor requests a change in the branch or branches of the work to be performed by his/her forces and the contracting officer determines it to be in the best interest of the Government, the contracting officer may, at his/her discretion, authorize a change in such branch or branches of said work. Nothing contained herein shall permit a reduction in the percentage of work to be performed by the contractor with his/her forces, it being expressly understood that this is a contract requirement without right or privilege of reduction. (d) In the event the contractor fails or refuses to meet the requirement of the FAR clause at 52.236-1, it is expressly agreed that the contract price will be reduced by 15 percent of the value of that portion of the percentage requirement that is accomplished by others. For the purpose of this clause, it is agreed that 15 percent is an acceptable estimate of the contractor's overhead and profit, or mark-up, on that portion of the work which the contractor fails or refuses to perform, with his/her own forces, in accordance with the FAR clause at 52.236-1.(End of Clause)4.14 VAAR 852.236-74 INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION (JUL 2002) The clause entitled "Inspection of Construction" in FAR 52.246-12 is supplemented as follows: (a) Inspection of materials and articles furnished under this contract will be made at the site by the resident engineer, unless otherwise provided for in the specifications. (b) Final inspection will not be made until the contract work is ready for beneficial use or occupancy. The contractor shall notify the contracting officer, through the resident engineer, fifteen (15) days prior to the date on which the work will be ready for final inspection.(End of Clause)4.15 VAAR 852.236-76 CORRESPONDENCE (APR 1984) All correspondence relative to this contract shall bear Specification Number, Project Number, Department of Veterans Affairs Contract Number, title of project and name of facility.(End of Clause)4.16 VAAR 852.236-77 REFERENCE TO "STANDARDS" (JUL 2002) Any materials, equipment, or workmanship specified by references to number, symbol, or title of any specific Federal, Industry or Government Agency Standard Specification shall comply with all applicable provisions of such standard specifications, except as limited to type, class or grade, or modified in contract specifications. Reference to "Standards" referred to in the contract specifications, except as modified, shall have full force and effect as though printed in detail in specifications.(End of Clause)4.17 VAAR 852.236-78 GOVERNMENT SUPERVISION (APR 1984) (a) The work will be under the direction of the Department of Veterans Affairs contracting officer, who may designate another VA employee to act as resident engineer at the construction site. (b) Except as provided below, the resident engineer's directions will not conflict with or change contract requirements. (c) Within the limits of any specific authority delegated by the contracting officer, the resident engineer may, by written direction, make changes in the work. The contractor shall be advised of the extent of such authority prior to execution of any work under the contract.(End of Clause)4.18 VAAR 852.236-79 DAILY REPORT OF WORKERS AND MATERIAL (APR 1984) The contractor shall furnish to the resident engineer each day a consolidated report for the preceding work day in which is shown the number of laborers, mechanics, foremen/forewomen and pieces of heavy equipment used or employed by the contractor and subcontractors. The report shall bear the name of the firm, the branch of work which they perform such as concrete, plastering, masonry, plumbing, sheet metal work, etc. The report shall give a breakdown of employees by crafts, location where employed, and work performed. The report shall also list materials delivered to the site on the date covered by the report.(End of Clause)4.19 VAAR 852.236-80 SUBCONTRACTS AND WORK COORDINATION (APR 1984) (a) Nothing contained in this contract shall be construed as creating any contractual relationship between any subcontractor and the Government. Divisions or sections of specifications are not intended to control the contractor in dividing work among subcontractors, or to limit work performed by any trade. (b) The contractor shall be responsible to the Government for acts and omissions of his/her own employees, and of the subcontractors and their employees. The contractor shall also be responsible for coordination of the work of the trades, subcontractors, and material suppliers. (c) The Government or its representatives will not undertake to settle any differences between the contractor and subcontractors or between subcontractors. (d) The Government reserves the right to refuse to permit employment on the work or require dismissal from the work of any subcontractor who, by reason of previous unsatisfactory work on Department of Veterans Affairs projects or for any other reason, is considered by the contracting officer to be incompetent or otherwise objectionable.(End of Clause)4.20 VAAR 852.236-82 PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (WITHOUT NAS) (APR 1984) (a) Retainage: (1) The contracting officer may retain funds: (i) Where performance under the contract has been determined to be deficient or the contractor has performed in an unsatisfactory manner in the past; or (ii) As the contract nears completion, to ensure that deficiencies will be corrected and that completion is timely. (2) Examples of deficient performance justifying a retention of funds include, but are not restricted to, the following: (i) Unsatisfactory progress as determined by the contracting officer; (ii) Failure to meet schedule in Schedule of Work Progress; (iii) Failure to present submittals in a timely manner; or (iv) Failure to comply in good faith with approved subcontracting plans, certifications, or contract requirements. (3) Any level of retention shall not exceed 10 percent either where there is determined to be unsatisfactory performance, or when the retainage is to ensure satisfactory completion. Retained amounts shall be paid promptly upon completion of all contract requirements, but nothing contained in this subparagraph shall be construed as limiting the contracting officer's right to withhold funds under other provisions of the contract or in accordance with the general law and regulations regarding the administration of Government contracts. (b) The contractor shall submit a schedule of cost to the contracting officer for approval within 30 calendar days after date of receipt of notice to proceed. Such schedule will be signed and submitted in triplicate. The approved cost schedule will be one of the bases for determining progress payments to the contractor for work completed. This schedule shall show cost by the branches of work for each building or unit of the contract, as instructed by the resident engineer. (1) The branches shall be subdivided into as many sub-branches as are necessary to cover all component parts of the contract work. (2) Costs as shown on this schedule must be true costs and, should the resident engineer so desire, he/she may require the contractor to submit the original estimate sheets or other information to substantiate the detailed makeup of the schedule. (3) The sum of the sub-branches, as applied to each branch, shall equal the total cost of such branch. The total cost of all branches shall equal the contract price. (4) Insurance and similar items shall be prorated and included in the cost of each branch of the work. (5) The cost schedule shall include separate cost information for the systems listed in the table in this paragraph (b)(5). The percentages listed below are proportions of the cost listed in the contractor's cost schedule and identify, for payment purposes, the value of the work to adjust, correct and test systems after the material has been installed. Payment of the listed percentages will be made only after the contractor has demonstrated that each of the systems is substantially complete and operates as required by the contract.VALUE OF ADJUSTING, CORRECTING, AND TESTING SYSTEMSystemPercentPneumatic tube system10Incinerators (medical waste and trash)5Sewage treatment plant equipment5Water treatment plant equipment5Washers (dish, cage, glass, etc.)5Sterilizing equipment5Water distilling equipment5Prefab temperature rooms (cold, constant temperature)5Entire air-conditioning system (Specified under 600 Sections)5Entire boiler plant system (Specified under 700 Sections)5General supply conveyors10Food service conveyors10Pneumatic soiled linen and trash system10Elevators and dumbwaiters10Materials transport system10Engine-generator system5Primary switchgear5Secondary switchgear5Fire alarm system5Nurse call system5Intercom system5Radio system5TV (entertainment) system5 (c) In addition to this cost schedule, the contractor shall submit such unit costs as may be specifically requested. The unit costs shall be those used by the contractor in preparing his/her bid and will not be binding as pertaining to any contract changes. (d) The contracting officer will consider for monthly progress payments material and/or equipment procured by the contractor and stored on the construction site, as space is available, or at a local approved location off the site, under such terms and conditions as such officer approves, including but not limited to the following: (1) The material or equipment is in accordance with the contract requirements and/or approved samples and shop drawings. (2) Only those materials and/or equipment as are approved by the resident engineer for storage will be included. (3) Such materials and/or equipment will be stored separately and will be readily available for inspection and inventory by the resident engineer. (4) Such materials and/or equipment will be protected against weather, theft and other hazards and will not be subjected to deterioration. (5) All of the other terms, provisions, conditions and covenants contained in the contract shall be and remain in full force and effect as therein provided. (6) A supplemental agreement will be executed between the Government and the contractor with the consent of the contractor's surety for off-site storage. (e) The contractor, prior to receiving a progress or final payment under this contract, shall submit to the contracting officer a certification that the contractor has made payment from proceeds of prior payments, or that timely payment will be made from the proceeds of the progress or final payment then due, to subcontractors and suppliers in accordance with the contractual arrangements with them. (f) The Government reserves the right to withhold payment until samples, shop drawings, engineer's certificates, additional bonds, payrolls, weekly statements of compliance, proof of title, nondiscrimination compliance reports, or any other things required by this contract, have been submitted to the satisfaction of the contracting officer.(End of Clause)4.21 VAAR 852.236-84 SCHEDULE OF WORK PROGRESS (NOV 1984) (a) The contractor shall submit with the schedule of costs, a progress schedule that indicates the anticipated installation of work versus the elapsed contract time, for the approval of the contracting officer. The progress schedule time shall be represented in the form of a bar graph with the contract time plotted along the horizontal axis. The starting date of the schedule shall be the date the contractor receives the "Notice to Proceed." The ending date shall be the original contract completion date. At a minimum, both dates shall be indicated on the progress schedule. The specific item of work, i.e., "Excavation", "Floor Tile", "Finish Carpentry", etc., should be plotted along the vertical axis and indicated by a line or bar at which time(s) during the contract this work is scheduled to take place. The schedule shall be submitted in triplicate and signed by the contractor. (b) The actual percent completion will be based on the value of installed work divided by the current contract amount. The actual completion percentage will be indicated on the monthly progress report. (c) The progress schedule will be revised when individual or cumulative time extensions of 15 calendar days or more are granted for any reason. The revised schedule should indicate the new contract completion date and should reflect any changes to the installation time(s) of the items of work affected. (d) The revised progress schedule will be used for reporting future scheduled percentage completion.(End of Clause)4.22 VAAR 852.236-85 SUPPLEMENTARY LABOR STANDARDS PROVISIONS (APR 1984) (a) The wage determination decision of the Secretary of Labor is set forth in section GR, General Requirements, of this contract. It is the result of a study of wage conditions in the locality and establishes the minimum hourly rates of wages and fringe benefits for the described classes of labor in accordance with applicable law. No increase in the contract price will be allowed or authorized because of payment of wage rates in excess of those listed. (b) The contractor shall submit the required copies of payrolls to the contracting officer through the resident engineer or engineer officer, when acting in that capacity. Department of Labor Form WH- 347, Payroll, available from the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, may be used for this purpose. If, however, the contractor or subcontractor elects to use an individually composed payroll form, it shall contain the same information shown on Form WH-347, and in addition be accompanied by Department of Labor Form WH-348, Statement of Compliance, or any other form containing the exact wording of this form.(End of Clause)4.23 VAAR 852.236-86 WORKER'S COMPENSATION (JAN 2008) Public Law 107-217 (40 U.S.C. 3172) authorizes the constituted authority of States to apply their workers compensation laws to all lands and premises owned or held by the United States.(End of Clause)4.24 VAAR 852.236-87 ACCIDENT PREVENTION (SEP 1993) The Resident Engineer on all assigned construction projects, or other Department of Veterans Affairs employee if designated in writing by the Contracting Officer, shall serve as Safety Officer and as such has authority, on behalf of the Contracting Officer, to monitor and enforce Contractor compliance with FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention. However, only the Contracting Officer may issue an order to stop all or part of the work while requiring satisfactory or corrective action to be taken by the Contractor.(End of Clause)4.25 VAAR 852.236-88 CONTRACT CHANGES--SUPPLEMENT (JUL 2002) (a) Paragraphs (a)(1) through (a)(4) apply to proposed contract changes costing over $500,000. (1) When requested by the contracting officer, the contractor shall submit proposals for changes in work to the resident engineer. Proposals, to be submitted as expeditiously as possible but within 30 calendar days after receipt of request, shall be in legible form, original and two copies, with an itemized breakdown that will include material, quantities, unit prices, labor costs (separated into trades), construction equipment, etc. (Labor costs are to be identified with specific material placed or operation performed.) The contractor must obtain and furnish with a proposal an itemized breakdown as described above, signed by each subcontractor participating in the change regardless of tier. When certified cost or pricing data are required under FAR Subpart 15.403, the cost or pricing data shall be submitted in accordance with FAR 15.403-5. (2) When the necessity to proceed with a change does not allow sufficient time to negotiate a modification or because of failure to reach an agreement, the contracting officer may issue a change order instructing the contractor to proceed on the basis of a tentative price based on the best estimate available at the time, with the firm price to be determined later. Furthermore, when the change order is issued, the contractor shall submit a proposal, which includes the information required by paragraph (a)(1), for cost of changes in work within 30 calendar days. (3) The contracting officer will consider issuing a settlement by determination to the contract if the contractor's proposal required by paragraphs (a)(1) or (a)(2) of this clause is not received within 30 calendar days or if agreement has not been reached. (4) Bond premium adjustment, consequent upon changes ordered, will be made as elsewhere specified at the time of final settlement under the contract and will not be included in the individual change. (b) Paragraphs (b)(1) through (b)(11) apply to proposed contract changes costing $500,000 or less: (1) When requested by the contracting officer, the contractor shall submit proposals for changes in work to the resident engineer. Proposals, to be submitted as expeditiously as possible but within 30 calendar days after receipt of request, shall be in legible form, original and two copies, with an itemized breakdown that will include material, quantities, unit prices, labor costs (separated into trades), construction equipment, etc. (Labor costs are to be identified with specific material placed or operation performed.) The contractor must obtain and furnish with a proposal an itemized breakdown as described above, signed by each subcontractor participating in the change regardless of tier. When certified cost or pricing data or information other than cost or pricing data are required under FAR 15.403, the data shall be submitted in accordance with FAR 15.403-5. No itemized breakdown will be required for proposals amounting to less than $1,000. (2) When the necessity to proceed with a change does not allow sufficient time to negotiate a modification or because of failure to reach an agreement, the contracting officer may issue a change order instructing the contractor to proceed on the basis of a tentative price based on the best estimate available at the time, with the firm price to be determined later. Furthermore, when the change order is issued, the contractor shall submit within 30 calendar days, a proposal that includes the information required by paragraph (b)(1) for the cost of the changes in work. (3) The contracting officer will consider issuing a settlement by determination to the contract if the contractor's proposal required by paragraphs (b)(1) or (b)(2) of this clause is not received within 30 calendar days, or if agreement has not been reached. (4) Allowances not to exceed 10 percent each for overhead and profit for the party performing the work will be based on the value of labor, material, and use of construction equipment required to accomplish the change. As the value of the change increases, a declining scale will be used in negotiating the percentage of overhead and profit. Allowable percentages on changes will not exceed the following: 10 percent overhead and 10 percent profit on the first $20,000; 7-1/2 percent overhead and 7-1/2 percent profit on the next $30,000; 5 percent overhead and 5 percent profit on balance over $50,000. Profit shall be computed by multiplying the profit percentage by the sum of the direct costs and computed overhead costs. (5) The prime contractor's or upper-tier subcontractor's fee on work performed by lower-tier subcontractors will be based on the net increased cost to the prime contractor or upper-tier subcontractor, as applicable. Allowable fee on changes will not exceed the following: 10 percent fee on the first $20,000; 7-1/2 percent fee on the next $30,000; and 5 percent fee on balance over $50,000. (6) Not more than four percentages, none of which exceed the percentages shown above, will be allowed regardless of the number of tiers of subcontractors. (7) Where the contractor's or subcontractor's portion of a change involves credit items, such items must be deducted prior to adding overhead and profit for the party performing the work. The contractor's fee is limited to the net increase to contractor of subcontractors' portions cost computed in accordance herewith. (8) Where a change involves credit items only, a proper measure of the amount of downward adjustment in the contract price is the reasonable cost to the contractor if he/she had performed the deleted work. A reasonable allowance for overhead and profit are properly includable as part of the downward adjustment for a deductive change. The amount of such allowance is subject to negotiation. (9) Cost of Federal Old Age Benefit (Social Security) tax and of Worker's Compensation and Public Liability insurance appertaining to changes are allowable. While no percentage will be allowed thereon for overhead or profit, prime contractor's fee will be allowed on such items in subcontractors' proposals. (10) Overhead and contractor's fee percentages shall be considered to include insurance other than mentioned herein, field and office supervisors and assistants, security police, use of small tools, incidental job burdens, and general home office expenses and no separate allowance will be made therefore. Assistants to office supervisors include all clerical, stenographic and general office help. Incidental job burdens include, but are not necessarily limited to, office equipment and supplies, temporary toilets, telephone and conformance to OSHA requirements. Items such as, but not necessarily limited to, review and coordination, estimating and expediting relative to contract changes are associated with field and office supervision and are considered to be included in the contractor's overhead and/or fee percentage. (11) Bond premium adjustment, consequent upon changes ordered, will be made as elsewhere specified at the time of final settlement under the contract and will not be included in the individual change.(End of Clause)4.26 VAAR 852.236-89 BUY AMERICAN ACT (JAN 2008) (a) Reference is made to the clause entitled "Buy American Act--Construction Materials," FAR 52.225-9. (b) Notwithstanding a bidder's right to offer identifiable foreign construction material in its bid pursuant to FAR 52.225-9, VA does not anticipate accepting an offer that includes foreign construction material. (c) If a bidder chooses to submit a bid that includes foreign construction material, that bidder must provide a listing of the specific foreign construction material he/she intends to use and a price for said material. Bidders must include bid prices for comparable domestic construction material. If VA determines not to accept foreign construction material and no comparable domestic construction material is provided, the entire bid will be rejected. (d) Any foreign construction material proposed after award will be rejected unless the bidder proves to VA's satisfaction: (1) it was impossible to request the exemption prior to award, and (2) said domestic construction material is no longer available, or (3) where the price has escalated so dramatically after the contract has been awarded that it would be unconscionable to require performance at that price. The determinations required by (1), (2), and (3) of this paragraph shall be made in accordance with Subpart 825.2 and FAR 25.2. (e) By signing this bid, the bidder declares that all articles, materials and supplies for use on the project shall be domestic unless specifically set forth on the Bid Form or addendum thereto.(End of Clause)4.27 VAAR 852.236-91 SPECIAL NOTES (JUL 2002) (a) Signing of the bid shall be deemed to be a representation by the bidder that: (1) Bidder is a construction contractor who owns, operates, or maintains a place of business, regularly engaged in construction, alteration, or repair of buildings, structures, and communications facilities, or other engineering projects, including furnishing and installing of necessary equipment; or (2) If newly entering into a construction activity, bidder has made all necessary arrangements for personnel, construction equipment, and required licenses to perform construction work; and (3) Upon request, prior to award, bidder will promptly furnish to the Government a statement of facts in detail as to bidder's previous experience (including recent and current contracts), organization (including company officers), technical qualifications, financial resources and facilities available to perform the contemplated work. (b) Unless otherwise provided in this contract, where the use of optional materials or construction is permitted, the same standard of workmanship, fabrication and installation shall be required irrespective of which option is selected. The contractor shall make any change or adjustment in connecting work or otherwise necessitated by the use of such optional material or construction, without additional cost to the Government. (c) When approval is given for a system component having functional or physical characteristics different from those indicated or specified, it is the responsibility of the contractor to furnish and install related components with characteristics and capacities compatible with the approved substitute component as required for systems to function as noted on drawings and specifications. There shall be no additional cost to the Government. (d) In some instances it may have been impracticable to detail all items in specifications or on drawings because of variances in manufacturers' methods of achieving specified results. In such instances the contractor will be required to furnish all labor, materials, drawings, services and connections necessary to produce systems or equipment which are completely installed, functional, and ready for operation by facility personnel in accordance with their intended use. (e) Claims by the contractor for delay attributed to unusually severe weather must be supported by climatological data covering the period and the same period for the 10 preceding years. When the weather in question exceeds in intensity or frequency the 10-year average, the excess experienced shall be considered "unusually severe." Comparison shall be on a monthly basis. Whether or not unusually severe weather in fact delays the work will depend upon the effect of weather on the branches of work being performed during the time under consideration.(End of Clause)4.28 VAAR 852.246-74 SPECIAL WARRANTIES (JAN 2008) The clause entitled "Warranty of Construction" in FAR 52.246-21 is supplemented as follows: Any special warranties that may be required under the contract shall be subject to the elections set forth in the FAR clause at 52.246-21, Warranty of Construction, unless otherwise provided for in such special warranties.(End of Clause)General Decision Number: VA160103 01/15/2016 VA103Superseded General Decision Number: VA20150103State: VirginiaConstruction Type: BuildingCounties: Henrico and Richmond* Counties in Virginia.*INDEPENDENT CITYBUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (does not include single familyhomes or apartments up to and including 4 stories).Note: Under Executive Order (EO) 13658, an hourly minimum wageof $10.15 for calendar year 2016 applies to all contractssubject to the Davis-Bacon Act for which the solicitation wasissued on or after January 1, 2015. If this contract is coveredby the EO, the contractor must pay all workers in anyclassification listed on this wage determination at least$10.15 (or the applicable wage rate listed on this wagedetermination, if it is higher) for all hours spent performingon the contract in calendar year 2016. The EO minimum wage ratewill be adjusted annually. Additional information on contractorrequirements and worker protections under the EO is availableat whd/govcontracts.Modification Number Publication Date 0 01/08/2016 1 01/15/2016* BOIL0045-004 01/01/2016 Rates FringesBOILERMAKER......................$ 31.92 25.21---------------------------------------------------------------- ELEC0666-012 03/01/2015 Rates FringesELECTRICIAN......................$ 29.50 39.75%----------------------------------------------------------------* ELEV0051-005 01/01/2016 Rates FringesELEVATOR MECHANIC................$ 37.61 29.985+a+b a. PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. b. VACATIONS: Employer contributes 8% of basic hourly rate for 5 years or more of service or 6% of basic hourly rate for 6 months to 5 years of service as vacation pay credit.---------------------------------------------------------------- ENGI0147-023 11/01/2013 Rates FringesPower equipment operators: Cranes 90 tons & over capacity; Tower & Climbing Cranes with Controls 100 ft. above ground............$ 28.30 8.69%+8.15 Cranes under 90 tons........$ 27.38 8.69%+8.15---------------------------------------------------------------- IRON0028-011 06/01/2015 Rates FringesIRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL...........$ 26.00 14.85---------------------------------------------------------------- PAIN0051-031 06/01/2014 Rates FringesPAINTER (Brush & Roller).........$ 18.00 9.05---------------------------------------------------------------- PLUM0010-014 09/01/2014 Rates FringesPIPEFITTER (Including HVAC Pipe & System Installation)......$ 28.00 16.02PLUMBER..........................$ 28.00 16.02---------------------------------------------------------------- SHEE0100-035 07/01/2015 Rates FringesSHEET METAL WORKER (Including HVAC Duct Installation)..........$ 26.12 15.96---------------------------------------------------------------- SUVA2010-108 09/20/2010 Rates FringesASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR........................$ 23.29 10.09 BRICKLAYER.......................$ 22.88 5.81 CARPENTER........................$ 15.66 2.09 CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER...$ 13.29 0.62 IRONWORKER, ORNAMENTAL...........$ 16.45 2.28 LABORER: Common or General......$ 12.26 0.00 LABORER: Landscape..............$ 10.64 0.00 LABORER: Mason Tender - Brick...$ 10.90 2.35 LABORER: Mason Tender - Cement/Concrete..................$ 12.96 3.12 LABORER: Pipelayer..............$ 14.44 2.35 OPERATOR: Backhoe...............$ 17.67 3.16 OPERATOR: Bobcat/Skid Steer/Skid Loader................$ 15.62 2.40 OPERATOR: Bulldozer.............$ 21.50 4.80 OPERATOR: Excavator.............$ 18.38 4.17 OPERATOR: Forklift..............$ 17.93 7.28 OPERATOR: Loader................$ 20.63 4.80 OPERATOR: Mechanic..............$ 18.23 1.59 OPERATOR: Roller................$ 21.50 4.80 PAINTER: Spray..................$ 21.01 6.91 ROOFER...........................$ 21.55 7.01 SPRINKLER FITTER (Fire Sprinklers)......................$ 16.25 4.37 TILE FINISHER....................$ 17.32 6.72 TILE SETTER......................$ 21.12 7.68 TRUCK DRIVER: Dump Truck........$ 13.25 1.80----------------------------------------------------------------WELDERS - Receive rate prescribed for craft performingoperation to which welding is incidental.================================================================ Unlisted classifications needed for work not included withinthe scope of the classifications listed may be added afteraward only as provided in the labor standards contract clauses(29CFR 5.5 (a) (1) (ii)).---------------------------------------------------------------- The body of each wage determination lists the classificationand wage rates that have been found to be prevailing for thecited type(s) of construction in the area covered by the wagedetermination. The classifications are listed in alphabeticalorder of "identifiers" that indicate whether the particularrate is a union rate (current union negotiated rate for local),a survey rate (weighted average rate) or a union average rate(weighted union average rate).Union Rate IdentifiersA four letter classification abbreviation identifier enclosedin dotted lines beginning with characters other than "SU" or"UAVG" denotes that the union classification and rate wereprevailing for that classification in the survey. Example:PLUM0198-005 07/01/2014. PLUM is an abbreviation identifier ofthe union which prevailed in the survey for thisclassification, which in this example would be Plumbers. 0198indicates the local union number or district council numberwhere applicable, i.e., Plumbers Local 0198. The next number,005 in the example, is an internal number used in processingthe wage determination. 07/01/2014 is the effective date of themost current negotiated rate, which in this example is July 1,2014.Union prevailing wage rates are updated to reflect all ratechanges in the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) governingthis classification and rate.Survey Rate IdentifiersClassifications listed under the "SU" identifier indicate thatno one rate prevailed for this classification in the survey andthe published rate is derived by computing a weighted averagerate based on all the rates reported in the survey for thatclassification. As this weighted average rate includes allrates reported in the survey, it may include both union andnon-union rates. Example: SULA2012-007 5/13/2014. SU indicatesthe rates are survey rates based on a weighted averagecalculation of rates and are not majority rates. LA indicatesthe State of Louisiana. 2012 is the year of survey on whichthese classifications and rates are based. The next number, 007in the example, is an internal number used in producing thewage determination. 5/13/2014 indicates the survey completiondate for the classifications and rates under that identifier.Survey wage rates are not updated and remain in effect until anew survey is conducted.Union Average Rate IdentifiersClassification(s) listed under the UAVG identifier indicatethat no single majority rate prevailed for thoseclassifications; however, 100% of the data reported for theclassifications was union data. EXAMPLE: UAVG-OH-001008/29/2014. UAVG indicates that the rate is a weighted unionaverage rate. OH indicates the state. The next number, 0010 inthe example, is an internal number used in producing the wagedetermination. 08/29/2014 indicates the survey completion datefor the classifications and rates under that identifier.A UAVG rate will be updated once a year, usually in January ofeach year, to reflect a weighted average of the currentnegotiated/CBA rate of the union locals from which the rate isbased. ---------------------------------------------------------------- WAGE DETERMINATION APPEALS PROCESS1.) Has there been an initial decision in the matter? This canbe:* an existing published wage determination* a survey underlying a wage determination* a Wage and Hour Division letter setting forth a position on a wage determination matter* a conformance (additional classification and rate) rulingOn survey related matters, initial contact, including requestsfor summaries of surveys, should be with the Wage and HourRegional Office for the area in which the survey was conductedbecause those Regional Offices have responsibility for theDavis-Bacon survey program. If the response from this initialcontact is not satisfactory, then the process described in 2.)and 3.) should be followed.With regard to any other matter not yet ripe for the formalprocess described here, initial contact should be with theBranch of Construction Wage Determinations. Write to: Branch of Construction Wage Determinations Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 202102.) If the answer to the question in 1.) is yes, then aninterested party (those affected by the action) can requestreview and reconsideration from the Wage and Hour Administrator(See 29 CFR Part 1.8 and 29 CFR Part 7). Write to: Wage and Hour Administrator U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210The request should be accompanied by a full statement of theinterested party's position and by any information (wagepayment data, project description, area practice material,etc.) that the requestor considers relevant to the issue.3.) If the decision of the Administrator is not favorable, aninterested party may appeal directly to the AdministrativeReview Board (formerly the Wage Appeals Board). Write to: Administrative Review Board U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 202104.) All decisions by the Administrative Review Board are final.================================================================ END OF GENERAL DECISION ................
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