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PROJECT MANUAL WB COURTHOUSE STABILIZATION PM-19-03-004 Kenny Matassa Parish President Kenneth Dawson Chief Administrative Officer Parish Council: Oliver Joseph District 1 Councilman Bill Dawson District 2 Councilman Travis Turner District 3 Councilman Daniel "Doc" Satterlee District 4 Councilman Dempsey Lambert District 5 Councilman Randy Clouatre District 6 Councilman Chris Loar District 7 Councilman Teri Casso District 8 Councilwoman Todd Lambert District 9 Councilman Bryan Melancon District 10 Councilman Benny Johnson District 11 Councilman CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS JULY 2019

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PROJECT MANUAL

WB COURTHOUSE STABILIZATION PM-19-03-004

Kenny Matassa Parish President

Kenneth Dawson Chief Administrative Officer

Parish Council:

Oliver Joseph District 1 Councilman

Bill Dawson District 2 Councilman

Travis Turner District 3 Councilman

Daniel "Doc" Satterlee District 4 Councilman

Dempsey Lambert District 5 Councilman

Randy Clouatre District 6 Councilman

Chris Loar District 7 Councilman

Teri Casso District 8 Councilwoman

Todd Lambert District 9 Councilman

Bryan Melancon District 10 Councilman

Benny Johnson District 11 Councilman

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS JULY 2019

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Ascension Parish

WB COURTHOUSE STABILIZATION

PM-19-03-004 TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TITLE

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Project TitlePage

Table of Contents

Summary of Work

Contract Modification Procedure

Payment Procedures

Project Management and Procedures

Construction progress Documentation

Submittal Procedures

Quality Requirements

References

Mobilization

Product Requirements

Execution

Closeout Procesdures

Operation and Maintenance Date02111a

Portland Cement Concrete Removal02102 Site Clearing02112 Selective Demolition

02210 Excavation Support and Protection

02210 Embankment

03 30 00 Cast In Place Concrete

31 66 13 Helical Piles and Helical Anchors

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END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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MB Design Consultants, LLC

SUMMARY 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.2. Use of premises.3. Specification formats and conventions.

B. See Division 01 Section "Multiple Contract Summary" for division of responsibilities for theWork.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Identification: WB Courthouse Stabilization1. Project Location:

B. Owner: Ascension Parish

C. Engineer:

D. The Work consists of the following: Site Prep and Mobilization, Laser Plot for leveldetermination, excavation and shoring, removal and replacement of concrete, metalsheathing, investigation and installation of sump pump and clean up.

E. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.3 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: Contractor shall have full use of premises for construction operations, including use ofProject site, during construction period. Contractor's use of premises is limited only by Owner'sright to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project.

1.4 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet (8 m) ofentrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

1.5 SPECIFICATION FORMATS AND CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Format: The Specifications are organized into Divisions and Sections using the33-division format and CSI/CSC's "Master Format" numbering system.

1. Division 01: Sections in Division 01 govern the execution of the Work of all Sections inthe Specifications.

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B. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language andthe intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations.These conventions are as follows:

1. Abbreviated Language: Language used in the Specifications and other ContractDocuments is abbreviated. Words and meanings shall be interpreted as appropriate.Words implied, but not stated, shall be inferred as the sense requires. Singular wordsshall be interpreted as plural and plural words shall be interpreted as singular whereapplicable as the context of the Contract Documents indicates.

2. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications.Requirements expressed in the imperative mood are to be performed by Contractor.Occasionally, the indicative or subjunctive mood may be used in the Section Text forclarity to describe responsibilities that must be fulfilled indirectly by Contractor or byothers when so noted.

a. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, areimplied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

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CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES 012600 - 1

SECTION 012600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1.2 MINOR CHANGES IN THE WORK

A. Engineer will issue supplemental instructions authorizing Minor Changes in the Work, notinvolving adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time, on AIA Document G710,"Architect's Supplemental Instructions."

1.3 PROPOSAL REQUESTS

A. Owner-Initiated Proposal Requests: Engineer will issue a detailed description of proposedchanges in the Work that may require adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time. Ifnecessary, the description will include supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications.

1. Proposal Requests issued by Engineer are for information only. Do not consider theminstructions either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

2. Within 7 days after receipt of Proposal Request, submit a quotation estimating costadjustments to the Contract Sum and the Contract Time necessary to execute thechange.

a. Include a list of quantities of products required or eliminated and unit costs, withtotal amount of purchases and credits to be made. If requested, furnish surveydata to substantiate quantities.

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

c. Include costs of labor and supervision directly attributable to the change.d. Include an updated Contractor's Construction Schedule that indicates the effect of

the change, including, but not limited to, changes in activity duration, start andfinish times, and activity relationship. Use available total float before requesting anextension of the Contract Time.

B. Contractor-Initiated Proposals: If latent or unforeseen conditions require modifications to theContract, Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for a change to Engineer.

1. Include a statement outlining reasons for the change and the effect of the change on theWork. Provide a complete description of the proposed change. Indicate the effect of theproposed change on the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

2. Include a list of quantities of products required or eliminated and unit costs, with totalamount of purchases and credits to be made. If requested, furnish survey data tosubstantiate quantities.

3. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental, and amounts of tradediscounts.

4. Include costs of labor and supervision directly attributable to the change.

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5. Include an updated Contractor's Construction Schedule that indicates the effect of thechange, including, but not limited to, changes in activity duration, start and finish times,and activity relationship. Use available total float before requesting an extension of theContract Time.

6. Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Product Requirements" if the proposedchange requires substitution of one product or system for product or system specified.

C. Proposal Request Form: Use AIA Document G709 for Proposal Request]

1.4 CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURES

A. On Owner's approval of a Proposal Request, Engineer will issue a Change Order for signaturesof Owner and Contractor on AIA Document G701

1.5 CONSTRUCTION CHANGE DIRECTIVE

A. Construction Work Change Directive: Engineer may issue a Construction Change Directive onAIA Document G714. Construction Change Directive instructs Contractor to proceed with achange in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. Construction Change Directive contains a complete description of change in the Work. Italso designates method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

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

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 012600

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PAYMENT PROCEDURES 012900 - 1

SECTION 012900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare andprocess Applications for Payment.

1.2 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

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

1. Correlate line items in the Schedule of Values with other required administrative formsand schedules, including Application for Payment forms with Continuation Sheets

2. Submit the Schedule of Values to Engineer at earliest possible date but no later thanseven days before the date scheduled for submittal of initial Applications for Payment.

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

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

a. Project name and location.b. Name of Engineer.c. Engineer's project number.d. Contractor's name and address.e. Date of submittal.

2. Submit draft of AIA Document G703 Continuation Sheets3. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued

evaluation of Applications for Payment and progress reports. Coordinate with the ProjectManual table of contents. Provide several line items for principal subcontract amounts,where appropriate

4. Round amounts to nearest whole dollar; total shall equal the Contract Sum.5. Provide a separate line item in the Schedule of Values for each part of the Work where

Applications for Payment may include materials or equipment purchased or fabricatedand stored, but not yet installed.

6. Provide separate line items in the Schedule of Values for initial cost of materials, for eachsubsequent stage of completion, and for total installed value of that part of the Work.

7. Each item in the Schedule of Values and Applications for Payment shall be complete.Include total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit for each item.

a. Temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actualwork-in-place may be shown either as separate line items in the Schedule ofValues or distributed as general overhead expense, at Contractor's option.

8. Schedule Updating: Update and resubmit the Schedule of Values before the nextApplications for Payment when Change Orders or Construction Change Directives resultin a change in the Contract Sum.

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1.3 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Each Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments ascertified by Engineer and paid for by Owner.

1. Initial Application for Payment, Application for Payment at time of Substantial Completion,and final Application for Payment involve additional requirements.

B. Payment Application Times: Progress payments shall be submitted to Engineer by the 25th of

the month. The period covered by each Application for Payment is one month, ending on thelast day of the month

C. Payment Application Forms: Use AIA Document G702 and AIA Document G703 ContinuationSheets as form for Applications for Payment.

D. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on form. Notarize and execute by a personauthorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor. Architect will return incompleteapplications without action.

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

2. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued beforelast day of construction period covered by application.

E. Transmittal: Submit 3 signed and notarized original copies of each Application for Payment toEngineer by a method ensuring receipt. One copy shall include waivers of lien and similarattachments if required.

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

F. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede orcoincide with submittal of first Application for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors.2. Schedule of Values.3. Contractor's Construction Schedule (preliminary if not final).4. Schedule of unit prices.5. Submittals Schedule (preliminary if not final).6. List of Contractor's staff assignments.7. List of Contractor's principal consultants.8. Copies of building permits.9. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance

of the Work.10. Initial progress report.11. Report of preconstruction conference.12. Certificates of insurance and insurance policies.

G. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: After issuing the Certificate of SubstantialCompletion, submit an Application for Payment showing 100 percent completion for portion ofthe Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and astatement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

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2. This application shall reflect Certificates of Partial Substantial Completion issuedpreviously for Owner occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

H. Final Payment Application: Submit final Application for Payment with releases and supportingdocumentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to thefollowing:

1. Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements.2. Insurance certificates for products and completed operations where required and proof

that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid.3. Updated final statement, accounting for final changes to the Contract Sum.4. AIA Document G706, "Contractor's Affidavit of Payment of Debts and Claims."5. AIA Document G706A, "Contractor's Affidavit of Release of Liens."6. AIA Document G707, "Consent of Surety to Final Payment."7. Evidence that claims have been settled.8. Final meter readings for utilities, a measured record of stored fuel, and similar data as of

date of Substantial Completion or when Owner took possession of and assumedresponsibility for corresponding elements of the Work.

9. Final, liquidated damages settlement statement.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 012900

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION 013100 - 1

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Coordination Drawings.2. Project meetings.3. Requests for Interpretation (RFIs).

B. See Division 01 Section "Multiple Contract Summary" for a description of the division of Workamong separate contracts and responsibility for coordination activities not in this Section.

C. See Division 01 Section "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation andfield-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of theSpecifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinateconstruction operations, included in different Sections that depend on each other for properinstallation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results whereinstallation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, beforeor after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components with other contractors to ensure maximumaccessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.4. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to

ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, andrepair of all components, including mechanical and electrical.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special proceduresrequired for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendeesat meetings.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrativeprocedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflictsand to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are notlimited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

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2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values.3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.4. Delivery and processing of submittals.5. Progress meetings.6. Pre installation conferences.7. Project closeout activities.8. Startup and adjustment of systems.9. Project closeout activities.

1.4 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: Schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at Project site, unless otherwiseindicated.

1. Attendees: Inform participants and others involved, and individuals whose presence isrequired, of date and time of each meeting. Notify Owner and Architect of scheduledmeeting dates and times.

2. Agenda: Prepare the meeting agenda. Distribute the agenda to all invited attendees.3. Minutes: Record significant discussions and agreements achieved. Distribute the meeting

minutes to everyone concerned, including Owner and Architect, within three days of themeeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Schedule a preconstruction conference before startingconstruction, at a time convenient to Owner and Architect, but no later than 15 days afterexecution of the Agreement. Hold the conference at Project site or another convenient location.Conduct the meeting to review responsibilities and personnel assignments.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of Owner, Engineer and their consultants;Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concernedparties shall attend the conference. All participants at the conference shall be familiarwith Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule.b. Phasing.c. Critical work sequencing and long-lead items.d. Designation of key personnel and their duties.e. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.f. Procedures for RFIs.g. Procedures for testing and inspecting.h. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.i. Distribution of the Contract Documents.j. Submittal procedures.k. Preparation of Record Documents.l. Work restrictions.m. Owner's occupancy requirements.n. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls.o. Construction waste management and recycling.p. Parking availability.q. Equipment deliveries and priorities.r. Security.s. Progress cleaning.t. Working hours.

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3. Minutes: Record and distribute meeting minutes.

C. Progress Meetings: Conduct progress meetings at biweekly intervals. Coordinate dates ofmeetings with preparation of payment requests.

1. Attendees: In addition to representatives of Owner and Engineer, each contractor,subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved inplanning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at thesemeetings. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorizedto conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Reviewother items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion asappropriate to status of Project.

a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting.Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behindschedule, in relation to Contractor's Construction Schedule. Determine howconstruction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from partiesinvolved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure thatcurrent and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

1) Review schedule for next period.

b. Review present and future needs of each entity present, including the following:

1) Interface requirements.2) Sequence of operations.3) Status of submittals.4) Deliveries.5) Off-site fabrication.6) Access.7) Site utilization.8) Temporary facilities and controls.9) Work hours.10) Hazards and risks.11) Progress cleaning.12) Quality and work standards.13) Status of correction of deficient items.14) Field observations.15) RFIs.16) Status of proposal requests.17) Pending changes.18) Status of Change Orders.19) Pending claims and disputes.20) Documentation of information for payment requests.

3. Minutes: Record the meeting minutes.4. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to parties who

should have been present.

a. Schedule Updating: Revise Contractor's Construction Schedule after eachprogress meeting where revisions to the schedule have been made or recognized.Issue revised schedule concurrently with the report of each meeting.

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1.5 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION (RFIs)

A. Procedure: Immediately on discovery of the need for interpretation of the Contract Documents,and if not possible to request interpretation at Project meeting, prepare and submit an RFI in theform specified.

1. RFIs shall originate with Contractor. RFIs submitted by entities other than Contractor willbe returned with no response.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in Contractor'swork or work of subcontractors.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing interpretation and thefollowing:

1. Project name.2. Date.3. Name of Contractor.4. Name of Engineer5. RFI number, numbered sequentially.6. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.7. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.8. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.9. Contractor's suggested solution(s). If Contractor's solution(s) impact the Contract Time or

the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.10. Contractor's signature.11. Attachments: Include drawings, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop

Drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

C. Hard-Copy RFIs:

1. Identify each page of attachments with the RFI number and sequential page number.

D. Architect's Action: Architect will review each RFI, determine action required, and return it.Allow seven working days for Architect's response for each RFI. RFIs received after 1:00 p.m.will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.b. Requests for approval of substitutions.c. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract

Documents.d. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.e. Requests for interpretation of Engineer’s actions on submittals.f. Incomplete RFIs or RFIs with numerous errors.

2. Engineer's action may include a request for additional information, in which caseEngineer's time for response will start again.

3. Engineer's action on RFIs that may result in a change to the Contract Time or theContract Sum may be eligible for Contractor to submit Change Proposal according toDivision 01 Section "Contract Modification Procedures."

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a. If Contractor believes the RFI response warrants change in the Contract Time orthe Contract Sum, notify Engineer in writing within 5 days of receipt of the RFIresponse.

E. On receipt of Engineer's action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI responseto affected parties. Review response and notify Engineer within 3 days if Contractor disagreeswith response.

F. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number.Submit log weekly

1. Project name.2. Name and address of Contractor.3. Name and address of Engineer.4. RFI number including RFIs that were dropped and not submitted.5. RFI description.6. Date the RFI was submitted.7. Date Engineer's response was received.8. Identification of related Minor Change in the Work, Construction Change Directive, and

Proposal Request, as appropriate.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 013100

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CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION 013200 - 1

SECTION 013200 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progressof construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's Construction Schedule.2. Submittals Schedule.3. Daily construction reports.4. Field condition reports.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Activity: A discrete part of a project that can be identified for planning, scheduling, monitoring,and controlling the construction project. Activities included in a construction schedule consumetime and resources.

1. Critical activities are activities on the critical path. They must start and finish on theplanned early start and finish times.

2. Predecessor Activity: An activity that precedes another activity in the network.3. Successor Activity: An activity that follows another activity in the network.

B. CPM: Critical path method, which is a method of planning and scheduling a construction projectwhere activities are arranged based on activity relationships. Network calculations determinewhen activities can be performed and the critical path of Project.

C. Critical Path: The longest connected chain of interdependent activities through the networkschedule that establishes the minimum overall Project duration and contains no float.

D. Float: The measure of leeway in starting and completing an activity.

1. Float time is not for the exclusive use or benefit of either Owner or Contractor, but is ajointly owned, expiring Project resource available to both parties as needed to meetschedule milestones and Contract completion date.

E. Fragnet: A partial or fragmentary network that breaks down activities into smaller activities forgreater detail.

F. Major Area: A story of construction, a separate building, or a similar significant constructionelement.

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals Schedule: Submit three copies of schedule. Arrange the following information in atabular format:

1. Scheduled date for first submittal.2. Specification Section number and title.3. Submittal category (action or informational).4. Name of subcontractor.5. Description of the Work covered.6. Scheduled date for Engineer’s final release or approval.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit two opaque copies of initial schedule, larg enoughto show entire schedule for entire construction period.

1. Submit an electronic copy of schedule, using software indicated, on CD-R, and labeled tocomply with requirements for submittals. Include type of schedule (Initial or Updated) anddate on label.

1.4 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate preparation and processing of schedules and reports with performance ofconstruction activities and with scheduling and reporting of separate contractors.

B. Coordinate Contractor's Construction Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list ofsubcontracts, Submittals Schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other requiredschedules and reports.

1. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from partiesinvolved.

2. Coordinate each construction activity in the network with other activities and schedulethem in proper sequence.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTALS SCHEDULE

A. Preparation: Submit a schedule of submittals, arranged in chronological order by dates requiredby construction schedule. Include time required for review, resubmittal, ordering, manufacturing,fabrication, and delivery when establishing dates.

1. Coordinate Submittals Schedule with list of subcontracts, the Schedule of Values, andContractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Submit concurrently with the first complete submittal of Contractor's ConstructionSchedule.

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2.2 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, GENERAL

A. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established for The Notice to Proceed to date of FinalCompletion.

1. Contract completion date shall not be changed by submission of a schedule that showsan early completion date, unless specifically authorized by Change Order.

B. Activities: Treat each story or separate area as a separate numbered activity for each principalelement of the Work. Comply with the following:

1. Activity Duration: Define activities so no activity is longer than 20 days, unless specificallyallowed by Engineer.

2. Procurement Activities: Include procurement process activities for the following long leaditems and major items, requiring a cycle of more than 60 days, as separate activities inschedule. Procurement cycle activities include, but are not limited to, submittals,approvals, purchasing, fabrication, and delivery.

3. Submittal Review Time: Include review and resubmittal times indicated in Division 01Section "Submittal Procedures" in schedule. Coordinate submittal review times inContractor's Construction Schedule with Submittals Schedule.

4. Substantial Completion: Indicate completion in advance of date established forSubstantial Completion and allow time for Engineer's administrative proceduresnecessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

C. Milestones: Include milestones indicated in the Contract Documents in schedule, including, butnot limited to, the Notice to Proceed, Substantial Completion, and Final Completion.

D. Contract Modifications: For each proposed contract modification and concurrent with itssubmission, prepare a time-impact analysis using fragnets to demonstrate the effect of theproposed change on the overall project schedule.

2.3 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE (GANTT CHART)

A. Gantt-Chart Schedule: Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart-type,Contractor's Construction Schedule within 30 days of date established for. Base schedule onthe Preliminary Construction Schedule and whatever updating and feedback was received sincethe start of Project.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday ofeach week with a continuous vertical line.

1. For construction activities that require 3 months or longer to complete, indicate anestimated completion percentage in 10 percent increments within time bar.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: At bi-monthly intervals, update schedule to reflectactual construction progress and activities. Issue schedule two days before each regularlyscheduled progress meeting.

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1. Revise schedule immediately after each meeting or other activity where revisions havebeen recognized or made. Issue updated schedule concurrently with the report of eachsuch meeting.

2. Include a report with updated schedule that indicates every change, including, but notlimited to, changes in logic, durations, actual starts and finishes, and activity durations.

3. As the Work progresses, indicate Actual Completion percentage for each activity.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to Engineer, Owner, separate contractors,testing and inspecting agencies, and other parties identified by Contractor with a need-to-knowschedule responsibility.

1. Post copies in Project meeting rooms and temporary field offices.2. When revisions are made, distribute updated schedules to the same parties and post in

the same locations. Delete parties from distribution when they have completed theirassigned portion of the Work and are no longer involved in performance of constructionactivities.

END OF SECTION 013200

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting ShopDrawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

B. See Division 01 Section "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting schedules andreports, including Contractor's Construction Schedule.

C. See Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting warranties.

D. See Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data" for submitting operation andmaintenance manuals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Engineer's responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Engineer's responsive action.Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance ofconstruction activities.

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals,and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work soprocessing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently forcoordination.

a. Engineer reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordinationwith other submittals until related submittals are received.

B. Submittals Schedule: Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Construction ProgressDocumentation" for list of submittals and time requirements for scheduled performance ofrelated construction activities.

C. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, asfollows. Time for review shall commence on Engineer's receipt of submittal. No extension of theContract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance ofthe Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time ifcoordination with subsequent submittals is required. Engineer will advise Contractorwhen a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manneras initial submittal.

3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each resubmittal.

D. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.2. Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches (150 by 200 mm) on label or beside title

block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Architect.3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.b. Date.c. Name and address of Engineerd. Name and address of Contractor.e. Name and address of subcontractor.f. Name and address of supplier.g. Name of manufacturer.h. Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

1) Submittal number shall use Specification Section number followed by adecimal point and then a sequential number (e.g., 061000.01).Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point(e.g., 061000.01.A).

i. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.j. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.k. Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate.l. Other necessary identification.

E. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise specifically identify deviations from the ContractDocuments on submittals.

F. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless Engineerobserves noncompliance with provisions in the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serveas final submittal.

G. Transmittal: Package each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling.Transmit each submittal using a transmittal form. Engineer will return submittals, without review,received from sources other than Contractor.

H. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of

revision.

I. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers,fabricators, and installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary forperformance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

J. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating approved or approved asnoted taken by Engineer.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction andtype of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data arenot suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.b. Manufacturer's product specifications.c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.f. Printed performance curves.g. Operational range diagrams.h. Compliance with specified referenced standards.i. Testing by recognized testing agency.

4. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of Product Data, unless otherwise indicated.Engineer will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a ProjectRecord Document.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not baseShop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include thefollowing information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.b. Identification of products.c. Fabrication and installation drawings.d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.e. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control

wiring.f. Shop work manufacturing instructions.g. Templates and patterns.h. Schedules.i. Notation of coordination requirements.j. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.k. Relationship to adjoining construction clearly indicated.l. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.m. Wiring Diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed

wiring.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit ShopDrawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm) but no larger than 24 x36 inches.

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3. Number of Copies: Submit two opaque (bond) copies of each submittal. Engineer willreturn one copy.

D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of thesecharacteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics betweensubmittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessoriestogether in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Generic description of Sample.b. Product name and name of manufacturer.c. Sample source.d. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

3. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality- control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may beused to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

4. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units orsections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set of available choices where color, pattern,texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer'sproduct line. Engineer will return submittal with options selected.

E. Submittals Schedule: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "ConstructionProgress Documentation."

F. Application for Payment: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "PaymentProcedures."

G. Schedule of Values: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "PaymentProcedures."

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit two copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated.Engineer will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized statement that includes signature ofentity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signedby an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section"Quality Requirements."

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B. Coordination Drawings: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "ProjectManagement and Coordination."

C. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section"Construction Progress Documentation."

D. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience offirm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, namesand addresses of architects and owners, and other information specified.

E. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnelcomply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding ProcedureSpecification (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) on AWS forms. Include namesof firms and personnel certified.

F. Installer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying thatInstaller complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, isauthorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

G. Manufacturer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifyingthat manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Include evidence ofmanufacturing experience where required.

H. Product Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying thatproduct complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

I. Material Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying thatmaterial complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

J. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency'sstandard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance withrequirements in the Contract Documents.

K. Product Test Reports: Prepare written reports indicating current product produced bymanufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports onevaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, oron comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

L. Research/Evaluation Reports: Prepare written evidence, from a model code organizationacceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effectfor Project.

M. Compatibility Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testingagency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performedbefore installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substratepreparation needed for adhesion.

N. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency'sstandard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either duringinstallation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance withrequirements in the Contract Documents.

O. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation andnormal maintenance of products and equipment. Comply with requirements specified in Division01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data."

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P. Design Data: Prepare written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performanceand design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations. Include list ofassumptions and other performance and design criteria and a summary of loads. Include loaddiagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations.Include page numbers.

Q. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documentsmanufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating aproduct or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number ofmanufacturer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and forcompliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark withapproval stamp before submitting to Architect.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project nameand location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, dateof Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked,and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

3.2 ENGINEER'S ACTION

A. General: Engineer will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp andwill return them without action.

B. Action Submittals: Engineer will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections ormodifications required, and return it. Engineer will stamp each submittal with an action stampand will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action taken

C. Informational Submittals: Engineer will review each submittal and will not return it or will return itif it does not comply with requirements. Engineer will forward each submittal to appropriateparty.

D. Partial submittals are not acceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returnedwithout review.

E. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may not be reviewed and may bediscarded.

END OF SECTION 013300

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QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 014000 - 1

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance andquality control.

B. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified orindicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with theContract Document requirements.

1. Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's other quality- assurance and -control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract Documentrequirements.

2. Requirements for Contractor to provide quality-assurance and -control services requiredby Engineer, Owner, or authorities having jurisdiction are not limited by provisions of thisSection.

C. See Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific test and inspection requirements.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality-Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and duringexecution of the Work to guard against defects and deficiencies and substantiate that proposedconstruction will comply with requirements.

B. Quality-Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and afterexecution of the Work to evaluate that actual products incorporated into the Work andcompleted construction comply with requirements. Services do not include contract enforcementactivities performed by Engineer.

C. Preconstruction Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed specifically for the Projectbefore products and materials are incorporated into the Work to verify performance orcompliance with specified criteria.

D. Product Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed by an NRTL, an NVLAP, or a testingagency qualified to conduct product testing and acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, toestablish product performance and compliance with industry standards.

E. Source Quality-Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed at the source, i.e.,plant, mill, factory, or shop.

F. Field Quality-Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed on-site for installation ofthe Work and for completed Work.

G. Testing Agency: An entity engaged to perform specific tests, inspections, or both. Testinglaboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

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H. Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as anemployee, Subcontractor, or Sub-subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation,including installation, erection, application, and similar operations.

1. Using a term such as "carpentry" does not imply that certain construction activities mustbe performed by accredited or unionized individuals of a corresponding generic name,such as "carpenter." It also does not imply that requirements specified apply exclusivelyto trades people of the corresponding generic name.

I. Experienced: When used with an entity, "experienced" means having successfully completed aminimum of five previous projects similar in size and scope to this Project; being familiar withspecial requirements indicated; and having complied with requirements of authorities havingjurisdiction.

1.3 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

A. General: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establishdifferent or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with themost stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties and requirements that are different, butapparently equal, to Architect for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be theminimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimumquantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits. To complywith these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate,for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to Architect for a decision beforeproceeding.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. General: Qualifications paragraphs in this Article establish the minimum qualification levelsrequired; individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

B. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assemblingwork similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work hasresulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

C. Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing products or systems similar tothose indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as wellas sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

D. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated forthis Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficientproduction capacity to produce required units.

E. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional engineer who is legally qualified to practicein jurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing engineering servicesof the kind indicated. Engineering services are defined as those performed for installations ofthe system, assembly, or product that is similar to those indicated for this Project in material,design, and extent.

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F. Testing Agency Qualifications: An NRTL, an NVLAP, or an independent agency with theexperience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented accordingto ASTM E 548; and with additional qualifications specified in individual Sections; and whererequired by authorities having jurisdiction, that is acceptable to authorities.

1. NRTL: A nationally recognized testing laboratory according to 29 CFR 1910.7.2. NVLAP: A testing agency accredited according to NIST's National Voluntary Laboratory

Accreditation Program.

G. Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative ofmanufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation ofmanufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated forthis Project.

H. Mockups: Before installing portions of the Work requiring mockups, build mockups for each formof construction and finish required to comply with the following requirements, using materialsindicated for the completed Work:

1. Build mockups in location and of size indicated or, if not indicated, as directed byArchitect.

2. Notify Engineer seven days in advance of dates and times when mockups will beconstructed.

3. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship.4. Obtain Engineer’s approval of mockups before starting work, fabrication, or construction.5. Maintain mockups during construction in an undisturbed condition as a standard for

judging the completed Work.6. Demolish and remove mockups when directed, unless otherwise indicated.

1.5 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Owner Responsibilities: Where quality-control services are indicated as Owner's responsibility,Owner will engage a qualified testing agency to perform these services.

1. Owner will furnish Contractor with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of testingagencies engaged and a description of types of testing and inspecting they are engagedto perform.

2. Costs for retesting and re-inspecting construction that replaces or is necessitated by workthat failed to comply with the Contract Documents will be charged to Contractor and theContract Sum will be adjusted by Change Order

B. Tests and inspections not explicitly assigned to Owner are Contractor's responsibility. Unlessotherwise indicated, provide quality-control services specified and those required by authoritieshaving jurisdiction. Perform quality-control services required of Contractor by authorities havingjurisdiction, whether specified or not.

1. Where services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, engage a qualified testingagency to perform these quality-control services.

a. Contractor shall not employ same entity engaged by Owner, unless agreed to inwriting by Owner.

2. Notify testing agencies at least 24 hours in advance of time when Work that requirestesting or inspecting will be performed.

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3. Where quality-control services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, submit acertified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-control service.

4. Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the ContractDocuments are Contractor's responsibility.

5. Submit additional copies of each written report directly to authorities having jurisdiction,when they so direct.

C. Manufacturer's Field Services: Where indicated, engage a factory-authorized servicerepresentative to inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, includingservice connections. Report results in writing as specified in Division 01 Section "SubmittalProcedures."

D. Retesting/Re-inspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor'sresponsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and re-inspecting, forconstruction that replaced Work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents.

E. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Cooperate with Engineer and Contractor in performance ofduties. Provide qualified personnel to perform required tests and inspections.

1. Notify Engineer and Contractor promptly of irregularities or deficiencies observed in theWork during performance of its services.

2. Determine the location from which test samples will be taken and in which in-situ testsare conducted.

3. Conduct and interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested andinspected work complies with or deviates from requirements.

4. Submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each test, inspection, and similar quality- control service through Contractor.

5. Do not release, revoke, alter, or increase the Contract Document requirements orapprove or accept any portion of the Work.

6. Do not perform any duties of Contractor.

F. Associated Services: Cooperate with agencies performing required tests, inspections, andsimilar quality-control services, and provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested. Notifyagency sufficiently in advance of operations to permit assignment of personnel. Provide thefollowing:

1. Access to the Work.2. Incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate tests and inspections.3. Adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing and

inspecting. Assist agency in obtaining samples.4. Facilities for storage and field curing of test samples.5. Preliminary design mix proposed for use for material mixes that require control by testing

agency.6. Security and protection for samples and for testing and inspecting equipment at Project

site.

G. Coordination: Coordinate sequence of activities to accommodate required quality-assuranceand -control services with a minimum of delay and to avoid necessity of removing and replacingconstruction to accommodate testing and inspecting.

1. Schedule times for tests, inspections, obtaining samples, and similar activities.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repairdamaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

1. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in otherSpecification Sections. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoiningareas with durable seams that are as invisible as possible.

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

C. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment ofresponsibility for quality-control services.

END OF SECTION 014000

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REFERENCES 014200 - 1

SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. General: Basic Contract definitions are included in the Conditions of the Contract.

B. "Approved": When used to convey Engineer's action on Contractor's submittals, applications,and requests, "approved" is limited to Engineer's duties and responsibilities as stated in theConditions of the Contract.

C. "Directed": A command or instruction by Engineer. Other terms including "requested,""authorized," "selected," "required," and "permitted" have the same meaning as "directed."

D. "Indicated": Requirements expressed by graphic representations or in written form on Drawings,in Specifications, and in other Contract Documents. Other terms including "shown," "noted,""scheduled," and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated."

E. "Regulations": Laws, ordinances, statutes, and lawful orders issued by authorities havingjurisdiction, and rules, conventions, and agreements within the construction industry that controlperformance of the Work.

F. "Furnish": Supply and deliver to Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly,installation, and similar operations.

G. "Install": Operations at Project site including unloading, temporarily storing, unpacking,assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing,protecting, cleaning, and similar operations.

H. "Provide": Furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use.

I. "Project Site": Space available for performing construction activities. The extent of Project site isshown on Drawings and may or may not be identical with the description of the land on whichProject is to be built.

1.2 INDUSTRY STANDARDS

A. Applicability of Standards: Unless the Contract Documents include more stringent requirements,applicable construction industry standards have the same force and effect as if bound or copieddirectly into the Contract Documents to the extent referenced. Such standards are made a partof the Contract Documents by reference.

B. Publication Dates: Comply with standards in effect as of date of the Contract Documents unlessotherwise indicated.

C. Copies of Standards: Each entity engaged in construction on Project should be familiar withindustry standards applicable to its construction activity. Copies of applicable standards are notbound with the Contract Documents.

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1. Where copies of standards are needed to perform a required construction activity, obtaincopies directly from publication source.

1.3 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

A. Industry Organizations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or otherContract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities indicated in ThomsonGale's "Encyclopedia of Associations" or in Columbia Books' "National Trade & ProfessionalAssociations of the U.S."

B. Code Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or otherContract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list.

BOCA BOCA International, Inc.

(See ICC)

IAPMO International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

ICBO International Conference of Building Officials

(See ICC)

ICBO ES ICBO Evaluation Service, Inc.

(See ICC-ES)

ICC International Code Council

ICC-ES ICC Evaluation Service, Inc.

SBCCI Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc.

(See ICC)

UBC Uniform Building Code (See ICC)

C. Federal Government Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specificationsor other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in thefollowing list.

CE Army Corps of Engineers

CPSC Consumer Product Safety Commission

DOC Department of Commerce

DOD Department of Defense

DOE Department of Energy

EPA Environmental Protection Agency

FAA Federal Aviation Administration

FCC Federal Communications Commission

FDA Food and Drug Administration

GSA General Services Administration

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HUD Department of Housing and Urban Development

LBL Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

NCHRP National Cooperative Highway Research Program

(See TRB)

NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology

OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Administration

PBS Public Building Service

(See GSA)

PHS Office of Public Health and Science

RUS Rural Utilities Service

(See USDA)

SD State Department

TRB Transportation Research Board

USDA Department of Agriculture

USPS Postal Service

D. Standards and Regulations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications orother Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the standards andregulations in the following list.

ADAAG Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

DOD Department of Defense Military Specifications and Standards

DSCC Defense Supply Center Columbus

(See FS)

FED-STD Federal Standard

(See FS)

FS Federal Specification

FTMS Federal Test Method Standard

(See FS)

MIL (See MILSPEC)

MIL-STD (See MILSPEC)

MILSPEC Military Specification and Standards

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UFAS Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 014200

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PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 016000 - 1

SECTION 016000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for selection of products foruse in Project; product delivery, storage, and handling; manufacturers' standard warranties onproducts; special warranties; product substitutions; and comparable products.

B. See Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting warranties for Contract closeout.

C. See Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific requirements for warranties on products andinstallations specified to be warranted.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Products: Items purchased for incorporating into the Work, whether purchased for Project ortaken from previously purchased stock. The term "product" includes the terms "material,""equipment," "system," and terms of similar intent.

1. Named Products: Items identified by manufacturer's product name, including make ormodel number or other designation shown or listed in manufacturer's published productliterature that is current as of date of the Contract Documents.

2. New Products: Items that have not previously been incorporated into another project orfacility. Products salvaged or recycled from other projects are not considered newproducts.

B. Substitutions: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction fromthose required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor.

C. Basis-of-Design Product Specification: Where a specific manufacturer's product is named andaccompanied by the words "basis of design," including make or model number or otherdesignation, to establish the significant qualities related to type, function, dimension, in-serviceperformance, physical properties, appearance, and other characteristics for purposes ofevaluating comparable products of other named manufacturers.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Substitution Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identify productor fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number andtitle and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form: substitution requests shall only be considered during the bidprocess.

2. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following,as applicable:

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a. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed toother parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separatecontractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

b. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitution with those ofthe Work specified. Significant qualities may include attributes such asperformance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, and specific features andrequirements indicated.

c. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication andinstallation procedures.

d. Samples, where applicable or requested.e. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test

results for compliance with requirements indicated.f. Research/evaluation reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for

Project, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities havingjurisdiction.

g. Contractor's certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements inthe Contract Documents and is appropriate for applications indicated.

B. Comparable Product Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identifyproduct or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Sectionnumber and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

C. Basis-of-Design Product Specification Submittal: Comply with requirements in Division 01Section "Submittal Procedures." Show compliance with requirements.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Options: If Contractor is given option of selecting between two or more productsfor use on Project, product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, evenif previously selected products were also options.

1.4 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, and handle products using means and methods that will prevent damage,deterioration, and loss, including theft. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

B. Delivery and Handling:

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and to preventovercrowding of construction spaces.

2. Coordinate delivery with installation time to ensure minimum holding time for items thatare flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, and otherlosses.

3. Deliver products to Project site in an undamaged condition in manufacturer's originalsealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions forhandling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

4. Inspect products on delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and toensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

C. Storage:

1. Store products to allow for inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

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2. Store materials in a manner that will not endanger Project structure.3. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weather

tight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation.4. Store cementitious products and materials on elevated platforms.5. Store foam plastic from exposure to sunlight, except to extent necessary for period of

installation and concealment.6. Comply with product manufacturer's written instructions for temperature, humidity,

ventilation, and weather-protection requirements for storage.7. Protect stored products from damage and liquids from freezing.

1.5 PRODUCT WARRANTIES

A. Warranties specified in other Sections shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, otherwarranties required by the Contract Documents. Manufacturer's disclaimers and limitations onproduct warranties do not relieve Contractor of obligations under requirements of the ContractDocuments.

1. Manufacturer's Warranty: Preprinted written warranty published by individualmanufacturer for a particular product and specifically endorsed by manufacturer toOwner.

2. Special Warranty: Written warranty required by or incorporated into the ContractDocuments, either to extend time limit provided by manufacturer's warranty or to providemore rights for Owner.

B. Special Warranties: Prepare a written document that contains appropriate terms andidentification, ready for execution. Submit a draft for approval before final execution.

1. Manufacturer's Standard Form: Modified to include Project-specific information andproperly executed.

2. Specified Form: When specified forms are included with the Specifications, prepare awritten document using appropriate form properly executed.

3. Refer to Divisions 2 through 16 Sections for specific content requirements and particularrequirements for submitting special warranties.

C. Submittal Time: Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SELECTION PROCEDURES

A. General Product Requirements: Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents,that are undamaged and, unless otherwise indicated, that are new at time of installation.

1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, fasteners, and other itemsneeded for a complete installation and indicated use and effect.

2. Standard Products: If available, and unless custom products or nonstandard options arespecified, provide standard products of types that have been produced and usedsuccessfully in similar situations on other projects.

3. Owner reserves the right to limit selection to products with warranties not in conflict withrequirements of the Contract Documents.

4. Where products are accompanied by the term "as selected," Architect will makeselection.

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5. Where products are accompanied by the term "match sample," sample to be matched isEngineer's.

6. Descriptive, performance, and reference standard requirements in the Specificationsestablish "salient characteristics" of products.

B. Product Selection Procedures:

1. Product: Where Specifications name a single product and manufacturer, provide thenamed product that complies with requirements.

2. Manufacturer/Source: Where Specifications name a single manufacturer or source,provide a product by the named manufacturer or source that complies with requirements.

3. Products: Where Specifications include a list of names of both products andmanufacturers, provide one of the products listed that complies with requirements.

4. Manufacturers: Where Specifications include a list of manufacturers' names, provide aproduct by one of the manufacturers listed that complies with requirements.

5. Product Options: Where Specifications indicate that sizes, profiles, and dimensionalrequirements on Drawings are based on a specific product or system, provide thespecified product or system. Comply with provisions in Part 2 "Product Substitutions"Article for consideration of an unnamed product or system.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 016000

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EXECUTION 017300 - 1

SECTION 017300 - EXECUTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes general procedural requirements governing execution of the Workincluding, but not limited to, the following:

1. Construction layout.2. Field engineering and surveying.3. General installation of products.4. Progress cleaning.5. Starting and adjusting.6. Protection of installed construction.7. Correction of the Work.

B. See Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting final property survey with ProjectRecord Documents, recording of Owner-accepted deviations from indicated lines and levels,and final cleaning.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Certificates: Submit certificate signed by land surveyor or professional engineer certifying thatlocation and elevation of improvements comply with requirements.

B. Landfill Receipts: Submit copy of receipts issued by a landfill facility, licensed to accepthazardous materials, for hazardous waste disposal.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Land Surveyor Qualifications: A professional land surveyor who is legally qualified to practice injurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing land-surveyingservices of the kind indicated.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Existing Conditions: The existence and location of site improvements, utilities, and otherconstruction indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning work, investigate andverify the existence and location of mechanical and electrical systems and other constructionaffecting the Work.

1. Before construction, verify the location and points of connection of utility services.

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B. Existing Utilities: The existence and location of underground and other utilities and constructionindicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning site work, investigate and verify theexistence and location of underground utilities and other construction affecting the Work.

1. Before construction, verify the location and invert elevation at points of connection ofsanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water-service piping; and underground electricalservices.

2. Furnish location data for work related to Project that must be performed by public utilitiesserving Project site.

C. Acceptance of Conditions: Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer orApplicator present where indicated, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerancesand other conditions affecting performance. Record observations.

1. Verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existingfinishes or primers.

2. Examine roughing-in for mechanical and electrical systems to verify actual locations ofconnections before equipment and fixture installation.

3. Examine walls, floors, and roofs for suitable conditions where products and systems areto be installed.

4. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Existing Utility Information: Furnish information to local utility and Owner that is necessary toadjust, move, or relocate existing utility structures, utility poles, lines, services, or other utilityappurtenances located in or affected by construction. Coordinate with authorities havingjurisdiction.

B. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly. Recheckmeasurements before installing each product. Where portions of the Work are indicated to fit toother construction, verify dimensions of other construction by field measurements beforefabrication. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying theWork.

C. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items showndiagrammatically on Drawings.

D. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need forclarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to Architect. Include adetailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing theContract Documents

3.3 CONSTRUCTION LAYOUT

A. Verification: Before proceeding to lay out the Work, verify layout information shown onDrawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks. If discrepancies arediscovered, notify Engineer promptly.

B. Site Improvements: Locate and lay out site improvements, including pavements, grading, fill andtopsoil placement, utility slopes, and invert elevations.

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C. Building Lines and Levels: Locate and lay out control lines and levels for structures, building foundations, column grids, and floor levels, including those required for mechanical and electrical work. Transfer survey markings and elevations for use with control lines and levels. Level foundations and piers from two or more locations.

3.4 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and

elevation, as indicated.

1. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level. 2. Where space is limited, install components to maximize space available for maintenance

and ease of removal for replacement. 3. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in

applications indicated.

C. Install products at the time and under conditions that will ensure the best possible results.

Maintain conditions required for product performance until Substantial Completion.

D. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or

loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy.

E. Tools and Equipment: Do not use tools or equipment that produce harmful noise levels.

F. Templates: Obtain and distribute to the parties involved templates for work specified to be

factory prepared and field installed. Check Shop Drawings of other work to confirm that adequate provisions are made for locating and installing products to comply with indicated requirements.

G. Anchors and Fasteners: Provide anchors and fasteners as required to anchor each component

securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other portions of the Work.

1. Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, mount components at

heights directed by Architect. 2. Allow for building movement, including thermal expansion and contraction. 3. Coordinate installation of anchorages. Furnish setting drawings, templates, and directions

for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolts, and items with integral anchors, that are to be embedded in concrete or masonry. Deliver such items to Project site in time for installation.

H. Joints: Make joints of uniform width. Where joint locations in exposed work are not indicated,

arrange joints for the best visual effect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

I. Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered

hazardous.

3.5 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Coordinate

progress cleaning for joint-use areas where more than one installer has worked. Enforce requirements strictly. Dispose of materials lawfully.

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1. Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

3. Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

C. Work Areas: Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for

proper execution of the Work.

1. Remove liquid spills promptly. 2. Where dust would impair proper execution of the Work, broom-clean or vacuum the

entire work area, as appropriate.

D. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written

instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific cleaning materials are not recommended, use cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage exposed surfaces.

E. Concealed Spaces: Remove debris from concealed spaces before enclosing the space.

F. Exposed Surfaces in Finished Areas: Clean exposed surfaces and protect as necessary to

ensure freedom from damage and deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

G. Waste Disposal: Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing

waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

H. During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining

materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

I. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through

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

J. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure that no part of the construction

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

3.6 STARTING AND ADJUSTING

A. Start equipment and operating components to confirm proper operation. Remove malfunctioning

units, replace with new units, and retest.

B. Adjust operating components for proper operation without binding. Adjust equipment for proper

operation.

C. Test each piece of equipment to verify proper operation. Test and adjust controls and safeties.

Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment.

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D. Manufacturer's Field Service: If a factory-authorized service representative is required to inspectfield-assembled components and equipment installation, comply with qualification requirementsin Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements."

3.7 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage ordeterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

3.8 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates andfinishes. Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Cutting and Patching."

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching upwith matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

B. Restore permanent facilities used during construction to their specified condition.

C. Remove and replace damaged surfaces that are exposed to view if surfaces cannot be repairedwithout visible evidence of repair.

D. Repair components that do not operate properly. Remove and replace operating componentsthat cannot be repaired.

E. Remove and replace chipped, scratched, and broken glass or reflective surfaces.

END OF SECTION 017300

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CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES 017700 - 1

SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout,including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspection procedures.2. Warranties.3. Final cleaning.

B. See Division 01 Section "Payment Procedures" for requirements for Applications for Paymentfor Substantial and Final Completion.

C. See Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data" for operation and maintenancemanual requirements.

D. See Division 01 Section "Demonstration and Training" for requirements for instructing Owner'spersonnel.

E. See Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific closeout and special cleaning requirementsfor the Work in those Sections.

1.2 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of SubstantialCompletion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items onthe list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise Owner of pending insurance changeover requirements.3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final

certifications, and similar documents.4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Owner unrestricted use of the Work and access to

services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similarreleases.

5. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals,Final Completion construction photographs, damage or settlement surveys, propertysurveys, and similar final record information.

6. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated byOwner. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

7. Make final changeover of permanent locks and deliver keys to Owner. Advise Owner'spersonnel of changeover in security provisions.

8. Complete startup testing of systems.9. Submit test/adjust/balance records.10. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from Project site, along with mockups,

construction tools, and similar elements.11. Advise Owner of changeover in heat and other utilities.

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12. Submit changeover information related to Owner's occupancy, use, operation, andmaintenance.

13. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.14. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual

defects.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt ofrequest, Engineer will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilledrequirements. Engineer will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection orwill notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified byEngineer, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections asincomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

1.3 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of FinalCompletion, complete the following:

1. Submit a final Application for Payment according to Division 01 Section "PaymentProcedures."

2. Submit certified copy of Engineer's Substantial Completion inspection list of items to becompleted or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by Engineer. The certified copyof the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved foracceptance.

3. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurancerequirements.

4. Submit pest-control final inspection report and warranty.5. Instruct Owner's personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products,

equipment, and systems.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request,Engineer will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements.Engineer will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor ofconstruction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections asincomplete is completed or corrected.

1.4 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit three copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and areaaffected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including,if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.1. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for ceiling,

individual walls, floors, equipment, and building systems.

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1.5 WARRANTIES

A. Submittal Time: Submit written warranties on request of Engineer for designated portions of theWork where commencement of warranties other than date of Substantial Completion isindicated.

B. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of theProject Manual.

1. Bind warranties and bonds in heavy-duty, 3-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders,thickness as necessary to accommodate contents, and sized to receive 8-1/2-by-11-inch(215-by-280-mm) paper.

2. Provide heavy paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each separate warranty. Marktab to identify the product or installation. Provide a typed description of the product orinstallation, including the name of the product and the name, address, and telephonenumber of Installer.

3. Identify each binder on the front and spine with the typed or printed title "WARRANTIES,"Project name, and name of Contractor.

C. Provide additional copies of each warranty to include in operation and maintenance manuals.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer orfabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentiallyhazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply withlocal laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean eachsurface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning andmaintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certificationof Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

a. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities,including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, andother foreign substances.

b. Sweep paved areas broom clean. Remove petrochemical spills, stains, and otherforeign deposits.

c. Rake grounds that are neither planted nor paved to a smooth, even-texturedsurface.

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d. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material fromProject site.

e. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition,free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing naturalweathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their originalcondition.

f. Remove debris and surface dust from limited access spaces, including roofs,plenums, shafts, trenches, equipment vaults, manholes, attics, and similar spaces.

g. Sweep concrete floors broom clean in unoccupied spaces.h. Vacuum carpet and similar soft surfaces, removing debris and excess nap;

shampoo if visible soil or stains remain.i. Clean transparent materials, including mirrors and glass in doors and windows.

Remove glazing compounds and other noticeable, vision-obscuring materials.Replace chipped or broken glass and other damaged transparent materials. Polishmirrors and glass, taking care not to scratch surfaces.

j. Remove labels that are not permanent.k. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored orthat already show evidence of repair or restoration.

1) Do not paint over "UL" and similar labels, including mechanical andelectrical nameplates.

l. Wipe surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment and similar equipment.Remove excess lubrication, paint and mortar droppings, and other foreignsubstances.

m. Replace parts subject to unusual operating conditions.n. Clean plumbing fixtures to a sanitary condition, free of stains, including stains

resulting from water exposure.o. Replace disposable air filters and clean permanent air filters. Clean exposed

surfaces of diffusers, registers, and grills.p. Clean light fixtures, lamps, globes, and reflectors to function with full efficiency.

Replace burned-out bulbs, and those noticeably dimmed by hours of use, anddefective and noisy starters in fluorescent and mercury vapor fixtures to complywith requirements for new fixtures.

q. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

C. Pest Control: Engage an experienced, licensed exterminator to make a final inspection and ridProject of rodents, insects, and other pests. Prepare a report.

D. Comply with safety standards for cleaning. Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris orexcess materials on Owner's property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerousmaterials into drainage systems. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose oflawfully.

END OF SECTION 017700

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA 017823 - 1

SECTION 017823 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for preparing operation andmaintenance manuals, including the following:

1. Emergency manuals.2. Operation manuals for systems, subsystems, and equipment.3. Maintenance manuals for the care and maintenance of products, materials, and finishes

systems and equipment.

B. See Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific operation and maintenance manualrequirements for the Work in those Sections.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Manual: Submit one copy of each manual in final form at least 15 days before final inspection.Engineer will return copy with comments within 15 days after final inspection.

1. Correct or modify each manual to comply with Engineer's comments. Submit 3 copies ofeach corrected manual within 15 days of receipt of Engineer's comments.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUALS, GENERAL

A. Organization: Unless otherwise indicated, organize each manual into a separate section foreach system and subsystem, and a separate section for each piece of equipment not part of asystem. Each manual shall contain a title page, table of contents, and manual contents.

B. Title Page: Enclose title page in transparent plastic sleeve. Include the following information:

1. Subject matter included in manual.2. Name and address of Project.3. Name and address of Owner.4. Date of submittal.5. Name, address, and telephone number of Contractor.6. Name and address of Engineer.7. Cross-reference to related systems in other operation and maintenance manuals.

C. Table of Contents: List each product included in manual, identified by product name, indexed tothe content of the volume, and cross-referenced to Specification Section number in ProjectManual.

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D. Manual Contents: Organize into sets of manageable size. Arrange contents alphabetically bysystem, subsystem, and equipment. If possible, assemble instructions for subsystems,equipment, and components of one system into a single binder.

1. Binders: Heavy-duty, 3-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders, in thickness necessary toaccommodate contents, sized to hold 8-1/2-by-11-inch (215-by-280-mm) paper; withclear plastic sleeve on spine to hold label describing contents and with pockets insidecovers to hold folded oversize sheets.

a. Identify each binder on front and spine, with printed title "OPERATION ANDMAINTENANCE MANUAL," Project title or name, and subject matter of contents.Indicate volume number for multiple-volume sets.

2. Dividers: Heavy-paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each section. Mark each tabto indicate contents. Include typed list of products and major components of equipmentincluded in the section on each divider, cross-referenced to Specification Section numberand title of Project Manual.

3. Protective Plastic Sleeves: Transparent plastic sleeves designed to enclose diagnosticsoftware diskettes for computerized electronic equipment.

4. Drawings: Attach reinforced, punched binder tabs on drawings and bind with text.

a. If oversize drawings are necessary, fold drawings to same size as text pages anduse as foldouts.

b. If drawings are too large to be used as foldouts, fold and place drawings in labeledenvelopes and bind envelopes in rear of manual. At appropriate locations inmanual, insert typewritten pages indicating drawing titles, descriptions of contents,and drawing locations.

2.2 EMERGENCY MANUALS

A. Content: Organize manual into a separate section for type of emergency, emergencyinstructions, and emergency procedures.

B. Emergency Instructions: Describe and explain warnings, trouble indications, error messages,and similar codes and signals. Include responsibilities of Owner's operating personnel fornotification of Installer, supplier, and manufacturer to maintain warranties.

C. Emergency Procedures: Include instructions on stopping, shutdown instructions for each type ofemergency, operating instructions for conditions outside normal operating limits, and requiredsequences for electric or electronic systems.

2.3 OPERATION MANUALS

A. Content: In addition to requirements in this Section, include operation data required in individualSpecification Sections and equipment descriptions, operating standards, operating procedures,operating logs, wiring and control diagrams, and license requirements.

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B. Descriptions: Include the following:

1. Product name and model number.2. Manufacturer's name.3. Equipment identification with serial number of each component.4. Equipment function.5. Performance curves.6. Engineering data and tests.

C. Operating Procedures: Include start-up, break-in, and control procedures; stopping and normalshutdown instructions; routine, normal, seasonal, and weekend operating instructions; andrequired sequences for electric or electronic systems.

D. Systems and Equipment Controls: Describe the sequence of operation, and diagram controls asinstalled.

E. Piped Systems: Diagram piping as installed and identify color-coding where required foridentification.

2.4 PRODUCT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

A. Content: Organize manual into a separate section for each product, material, and finish. Includesource information, product information, maintenance procedures, repair materials and sources,and warranties and bonds, as described below.

B. Source Information: List each product included in manual identified by product name andarranged to match manual's table of contents. For each product, list name, address, andtelephone number of Installer or supplier and maintenance service agent, and cross-referenceSpecification Section number and title in Project Manual.

C. Product Information: Include the following, as applicable:

1. Product name and model number.2. Manufacturer's name.3. Color, pattern, and texture.4. Material and chemical composition.5. Reordering information for specially manufactured products.

D. Maintenance Procedures: Include manufacturer's written recommendations and inspectionprocedures, types of cleaning agents, methods of cleaning, schedule for cleaning andmaintenance, and repair instructions.

E. Repair Materials and Sources: Include lists of materials and local sources of materials andrelated services.

F. Warranties and Bonds: Include copies of warranties and bonds and lists of circumstances andconditions that would affect validity of warranties or bonds.

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2.5 SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

A. Content: For each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment not part of a system, includesource information, manufacturers' maintenance documentation, maintenance procedures,maintenance and service schedules, spare parts list and source information, maintenanceservice contracts, and warranty and bond information, as described below.

B. Source Information: List each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment included in manual,identified by product name and arranged to match manual's table of contents. For eachproduct, list name, address, and telephone number of Installer or supplier and maintenanceservice agent, and cross-reference Specification Section number and title in Project Manual.

C. Manufacturers' Maintenance Documentation: Manufacturers' maintenance documentationincluding maintenance instructions, drawings and diagrams for maintenance, nomenclature ofparts and components, and recommended spare parts for each component part or piece ofequipment:

D. Maintenance Procedures: Include test and inspection instructions, troubleshooting guide,disassembly instructions, and adjusting instructions that detail essential maintenanceprocedures:

E. Maintenance and Service Schedules: Include service and lubrication requirements, list ofrequired lubricants for equipment, and separate schedules for preventive and routinemaintenance and service with standard time allotment.

F. Spare Parts List and Source Information: Include lists of replacement and repair parts, withparts identified and cross-referenced to manufacturers' maintenance documentation and localsources of maintenance materials and related services.

G. Maintenance Service Contracts: Include copies of maintenance agreements with name andtelephone number of service agent.

H. Warranties and Bonds: Include copies of warranties and bonds and lists of circumstances andconditions that would affect validity of warranties or bonds.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 MANUAL PREPARATION

A. Emergency Manual: Assemble a complete set of emergency information indicating proceduresfor use by emergency personnel and by Owner's operating personnel for types of emergenciesindicated.

B. Product Maintenance Manual: Assemble a complete set of maintenance data indicating careand maintenance of each product, material, and finish incorporated into the Work.

C. Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Assemble a complete set of operation and maintenancedata indicating operation and maintenance of each system, subsystem, and piece of equipmentnot part of a system.

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D. Manufacturers' Data: Where manuals contain manufacturers' standard printed data, include onlysheets pertinent to product or component installed. Mark each sheet to identify each product orcomponent incorporated into the Work. If data include more than one item in a tabular format,identify each item using appropriate references from the Contract Documents. Identify dataapplicable to the Work and delete references to information not applicable.

E. Drawings: Prepare drawings supplementing manufacturers' printed data to illustrate therelationship of component parts of equipment and systems and to illustrate control sequenceand flow diagrams. Coordinate these drawings with information contained in Record Drawingsto ensure correct illustration of completed installation.

F. Comply with Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures" for schedule for submitting operationand maintenance documentation.

END OF SECTION 017823

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Portland Cement Concrete Removal02111a - 1

SECTION 02111a - PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE REMOVAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. Description Of Work1. This specification covers the furnishing and installation of materials for portland cement concrete

removal. Products shall be as follows or as directed by the Owner. Installation procedures shallbe in accordance with the product manufacturer's recommendations. Demolition and removal ofmaterials shall be as required to support the work.

B. Section Includes:1. Provide all labor, materials and equipment required for the removal work and disposal of existing

Portland Cement Concrete indicated on the drawings and specified, including but not limited tothe following:a. Saw cutting existing concrete pavements, sidewalks, driveways, curbs and gutters noted

on drawings to be removed.b. Saw cutting existing concrete sidewalks for new tree pit openings (refer to drawings for

locations).c. Saw cutting existing bituminous paving noted on drawings to be removed.d. Removal and disposal of demolished concrete sidewalks, driveways, curbs and gutters,

including concrete removed for new tree pit openings.e. Removal and disposal of demolished bituminous paving.f. All excavating, rough grading and compacting as required to establish subgrade for new

sidewalks, and Subgrade and Sub-Base for driveways.g. Providing, placing and grading sand fill under new sidewalks. Top of compacted

subgrades shall allow for the placement of sidewalks plus thickness of sand fill.h. Removal and disposal of excavated material.

C. Special Requirements:1. Protection: Provide protection barricades, maintain all lights and signals and other measures as

required by federal, state, and municipal laws, for the full period of demolition operations andremove same when directed. In removing work, perform all work required to protect and maintainadjacent property, streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, and other structures remaining in place.

1.2 PRODUCTS

A. Backfilling Material:1. Sand: Natural sand, with the following gradation: 100% passing the 1 sieve-, 65-100% passing

the No. 4 sieve; 40-90% passing the No. 10 sieve- 30-80% passing the No. 16 sieve- 10-50%passing the No. 50 sieve; 0-30% passing the No. 100 sieve, and 0-10% passing the No. 200sieve.

2. Crushed Stone: Crushed stone having a #57 crusher run gradation.

1.3 EXECUTION

A. Demolition:1. The contractor shall accept the site as he finds it and shall inform himself as to the character and

types of work to be removed. The Owner assumes no responsibility for the condition of theexisting construction to be removed or demolished.

2. No demolition shall be commenced until a program of operations has been coordinated with theOwner, except that preparatory work may be started if specifically approved by the Owner.

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3. Operations shall be done in such manner as to avoid hazards to persons and property andinterference with use of adjacent areas or interruption of free passage to and from such areas.Maintain Pedestrian access to all private entrances where construction of new sidewalks is inprogress. Provide temporary walk ways or other means as required to maintain entry into theprivate properties, complying with all laws and ordinances and as approved by the Owner. Careshall be taken to prevent the spread of dust and flying particles.

4. Demolition and removal work shall be executed in a careful and orderly manner. Accumulation ofrubbish will not be permitted.

5. After work is started, it shall be continued to completion at a rate that will allow the balance of thework to be completed within the time specified. If extra shifts are necessary beyond regularworking hours, the work shall proceed with a minimum of nuisance to surrounding properties.

6. Contractor shall determine the nature and extent of demolition that will be necessary bycomparing the drawings with the existing field conditions. It is expressly understood that thiscontract includes all work of a demolition nature that may be required or necessary for a full andcomplete execution of the work, whether particularly referred to herein or not.

B. Removal And Excavation:1. When removing existing sidewalks, driveways, curbs and gutters provisions shall be made for

satisfactory transition between replacements and the portion remaining in place. The contractorshall saw cut to a minimum depth of 1-1/2 inches with a concrete sawing machine to prevent thesurface from spalling when the concrete is broken out. This work shall be done in such a mannerthat a straight joint will be secured.

2. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to determine the thickness of the existing sidewalk tobe removed. No additional compensation will be allowed because of variations from the assumedthickness or from the thickness shown on the plans.

3. After existing concrete sidewalks and driveways have been removed, excavate to depth requiredfor sand fill.

4. The bottoms of all excavations shall be properly leveled off and all loose materials shall beremoved from excavations. All wood, timber and organic materials, that are exposed at thebottom of all excavations, shall be removed and the area backfilled with sand and compacted.

5. Any excess or unauthorized excavation shall be backfilled with sand and compacted, at noadditional cost to the Owner.

6. No backfill shall be placed in standing water, on frozen ground or on surfaces which have notbeen approved by the Commissioner.

7. Backfilling for all areas shall be approved material. Backfill shall be compacted to 95% maximumdensity in accordance with ASTM D 1557.

8. Contractor shall determine the nature and extent of excavation work that will be necessary bycomparing the drawings with the existing areas to be excavated. It is expressly understood thatthis contract includes all work of an excavation nature that may be required or necessary for acomplete execution of all excavation work, whether particularly referred to herein or not.

C. Disposal Of Materials:1. All demolished and unsuitable materials, including excavated earth removed to establish required

grade elevations shall be disposed of legally in such a manner that public or private property willnot be damaged or endangered.

D. Clean-Up:1. On completion of the demolition work, excavation work and before acceptance by the Owner,

clean the areas affected, including areas outside the limits of the contractor's work area wherepermission to work has been granted. Remove surplus construction material or debris resultingfrom the demolition work and excavation work, and dispose of legally off the site.

2. Access routes to and from the site shall be kept clean of debris resulting from the work.

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SECTION 02102 - SITE CLEARING

1.1 GENERAL

A. Description Of Work1. This specification covers the furnishing and installation of materials for site clearing. Products

shall be as follows or as directed by the Owner. Installation procedures shall be in accordancewith the product manufacturer's recommendations. Demolition and removal of materials shall beas required to support the work.

B. Summary1. Section Includes:

a. Protecting existing vegetation to remain.b. Removing existing vegetation.c. Clearing and grubbing.d. Stripping and stockpiling topsoil.e. Removing above- and below-grade site improvements.f. Disconnecting, capping or sealing, and removing site utilities OR abandoning site utilities in

place, as directed.g. Temporary erosion- and sedimentation-control measures.

C. Definitions1. Subsoil: All soil beneath the topsoil layer of the soil profile, and typified by the lack of organic

matter and soil organisms.ORSurface Soil: Soil that is present at the top layer of the existing soil profile at the Project site. Inundisturbed areas, the surface soil is typically topsoil; but in disturbed areas such as urbanenvironments, the surface soil can be subsoil.

2. Topsoil: Top layer of the soil profile consisting of existing native surface topsoil or existing in-place surface soil and is the zone where plant roots grow.ORTopsoil: Top layer of the soil profile consisting of existing native surface topsoil or existing in-place surface soil and is the zone where plant roots grow. Its appearance is generally friable,pervious, and black or a darker shade of brown, gray, or red than underlying subsoil; reasonablyfree of subsoil, clay lumps, gravel, and other objects more than 2 inches (50 mm) in diameter;and free of subsoil and weeds, roots, toxic materials, or other nonsoil materials.

3. Plant-Protection Zone: Area surrounding individual trees, groups of trees, shrubs, or othervegetation to be protected during construction, and indicated on Drawings.ORTree-Protection Zone: Area surrounding individual trees or groups of trees to be protected duringconstruction, and indicated on Drawings OR defined by a circle concentric with each tree with aradius 1.5 times the diameter of the drip line unless otherwise indicated, as directed.

4. Vegetation: Trees, shrubs, groundcovers, grass, and other plants.

D. Material Ownership1. Except for stripped topsoil and other materials indicated to be stockpiled or otherwise remain

Owner's property, cleared materials shall become Contractor's property and shall be removedfrom Project site.

E. Submittals1. Existing Conditions: Documentation of existing trees and plantings, adjoining construction, and

site improvements that establishes preconstruction conditions that might be misconstrued asdamage caused by site clearing.a. Use sufficiently detailed photographs or videotape.

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b. Include plans and notations to indicate specific wounds and damage conditions of eachtree or other plants designated to remain.

2. Record Drawings: Identifying and accurately showing locations of capped utilities and othersubsurface structural, electrical, and mechanical conditions.

F. Quality Assurance1. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

G. Project Conditions1. Traffic: Minimize interference with adjoining roads, streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied or

used facilities during site-clearing operations.a. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without

permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction.b. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by Owner or

authorities having jurisdiction.2. Improvements on Adjoining Property: Authority for performing site clearing indicated on property

adjoining Owner's property will be obtained by Owner before award of Contract.a. Do not proceed with work on adjoining property until directed by the Owner.

3. Salvable Improvements: Carefully remove items indicated to be salvaged and store on Owner'spremises where indicated.

4. Utility Locator Service: Notify utility locator service OR Miss Utility OR Call Before You Dig ORDig Safe System OR One Call, as directed, for area where Project is located before site clearing.

5. Do not commence site clearing operations until temporary erosion- and sedimentation-control andplant-protection measures are in place.

6. The following practices are prohibited within protection zones:a. Storage of construction materials, debris, or excavated material.b. Parking vehicles or equipment.c. Foot traffic.d. Erection of sheds or structures.e. Impoundment of water.f. Excavation or other digging unless otherwise indicated.g. Attachment of signs to or wrapping materials around trees or plants unless otherwise

indicated.7. Do not direct vehicle or equipment exhaust towards protection zones.8. Prohibit heat sources, flames, ignition sources, and smoking within or near protection zones.9. Soil Stripping, Handling, and Stockpiling: Perform only when the topsoil is dry or slightly moist.

1.2 PRODUCTS

A. Materials1. Satisfactory Soil Material: Requirements for satisfactory soil material are specified in Division 02

Section "Earthwork".a. If soil backfill is required in below-grade areas after site clearing, obtain approved borrow

soil material off-site when satisfactory soil material is not available on-site.2. Antirust Coating: Fast-curing, lead- and chromate-free, self-curing, universal modified-alkyd

primer complying with MPI #79, Alkyd Anticorrosive Metal Primer OR SSPC-Paint 20 or SSPC-Paint 29 zinc-rich coating, as directed.a. Use coating with a VOC content of 420 g/L (3.5 lb/gal.) or less when calculated according

to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24).

1.3 EXECUTION

A. Preparation

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1. Protect and maintain benchmarks and survey control points from disturbance during construction.2. Locate and clearly identify trees, shrubs, and other vegetation to remain or to be relocated. Flag

OR Wrap a 1-inch (25-mm) blue vinyl tie tape flag around, as directed, each tree trunk at 54inches (1372 mm) above the ground.

3. Protect existing site improvements to remain from damage during construction.a. Restore damaged improvements to their original condition, as acceptable to Owner.

B. Temporary Erosion And Sedimentation Control1. Provide temporary erosion- and sedimentation-control measures to prevent soil erosion and

discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways,according to erosion- and sedimentation-control Drawings and requirements of authorities havingjurisdiction.

2. Verify that flows of water redirected from construction areas or generated by construction activitydo not enter or cross protection zones.

3. Inspect, maintain, and repair erosion- and sedimentation-control measures during constructionuntil permanent vegetation has been established.

4. Remove erosion and sedimentation controls and restore and stabilize areas disturbed duringremoval.

C. Tree And Plant Protection1. General: Protect trees and plants remaining on-site according to requirements in Division 02

Section "Tree Protection And Trimming".2. Repair or replace trees, shrubs, and other vegetation indicated to remain or be relocated that are

damaged by construction operations, in a manner approved by the Owner.

D. Existing Utilities1. Owner will arrange for disconnecting and sealing indicated utilities that serve existing structures

before site clearing, when requested by Contractor.ORVerify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before proceeding with site clearing.

2. Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap utilities indicated to be removed.a. Arrange with utility companies to shut off indicated utilities.

OROwner will arrange to shut off indicated utilities when requested by Contractor.

3. Locate, identify, and disconnect utilities indicated to be abandoned in place.4. Interrupting Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or

others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to providetemporary utility services according to requirements indicated:a. Notify the Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.b. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without the Owner 's written permission.

5. Excavate for and remove underground utilities indicated to be removed.ORRemoval of underground utilities is included in Division 02.

E. Clearing And Grubbing1. Remove obstructions, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation to permit installation of new

construction.a. Do not remove trees, shrubs, and other vegetation indicated to remain or to be relocated.b. Grind down stumps and remove roots, obstructions, and debris to a depth of 18 inches

(450 mm) below exposed subgrade.c. Use only hand methods for grubbing within protection zones.d. Chip removed tree branches and stockpile in areas approved by the Owner OR dispose of

off-site, as directed.2. Fill depressions caused by clearing and grubbing operations with satisfactory soil material unless

further excavation or earthwork is indicated.

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a. Place fill material in horizontal layers not exceeding a loose depth of 8 inches (200 mm),and compact each layer to a density equal to adjacent original ground.

F. Topsoil Stripping1. Remove sod and grass before stripping topsoil.2. Strip topsoil to depth indicated on Drawings OR to depth of 6 inches (150 mm), as directed, in a

manner to prevent intermingling with underlying subsoil or other waste materials.a. Remove subsoil and nonsoil materials from topsoil, including clay lumps, gravel, and other

objects more than 2 inches (50 mm) in diameter; trash, debris, weeds, roots, and otherwaste materials.

3. Stockpile topsoil away from edge of excavations without intermixing with subsoil. Grade andshape stockpiles to drain surface water. Cover to prevent windblown dust and erosion by water.a. Limit height of topsoil stockpiles to 72 inches (1800 mm).b. Do not stockpile topsoil within protection zones.c. Dispose of surplus topsoil. Surplus topsoil is that which exceeds quantity indicated to be

stockpiled or reused.d. Stockpile surplus topsoil to allow for respreading deeper topsoil.

G. Site Improvements1. Remove existing above- and below-grade improvements as indicated and necessary to facilitate

new construction.2. Remove slabs, paving, curbs, gutters, and aggregate base as indicated.

a. Unless existing full-depth joints coincide with line of demolition, neatly saw-cut along line ofexisting pavement to remain before removing adjacent existing pavement. Saw-cut facesvertically.

b. Paint cut ends of steel reinforcement in concrete to remain with two coats of antirustcoating, following coating manufacturer's written instructions. Keep paint off surfaces thatwill remain exposed.

H. Disposal Of Surplus And Waste Materials1. Remove surplus soil material, unsuitable topsoil, obstructions, demolished materials, and waste

materials including trash and debris, and legally dispose of them off Owner's property.2. Separate recyclable materials produced during site clearing from other nonrecyclable materials.

Store or stockpile without intermixing with other materials and transport them to recyclingfacilities. Do not interfere with other Project work.

END OF SECTION 02102

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SECTION 02112 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

1.1 GENERAL

A. Description Of Work1. This specification covers the furnishing and installation of materials for selective demolition.

Products shall be as follows or as directed by the Owner. Installation procedures shall be inaccordance with the product manufacturer's recommendations. Demolition and removal ofmaterials shall be as required to support the work.

B. Summary1. This Section includes the following:

a. Demolition and removal of selected portions of building or structure.b. Demolition and removal of selected site elements.c. Salvage of existing items to be reused or recycled.

C. Definitions1. Remove: Detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site, unless

indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.2. Remove and Salvage: Detach items from existing construction and deliver them to Owner ready

for reuse, as directed.3. Remove and Reinstall: Detach items from existing construction, prepare them for reuse, and

reinstall them where indicated.4. Existing to Remain: Existing items of construction that are not to be removed and that are not

otherwise indicated to be removed, removed and salvaged, or removed and reinstalled.

D. Materials Ownership1. Historic items, relics, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their

contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, antiques, and other items of interest or value toOwner that may be encountered during selective demolition remain Owner's property. Carefullyremove and salvage each item or object in a manner to prevent damage and deliver promptly toOwner.a. Coordinate with Owner's archaeologist OR historical adviser, as directed, who will

establish special procedures for removal and salvage.

E. Submittals1. Qualification Data: For demolition firm, professional engineer, refrigerant recovery technician, as

directed.2. Schedule of Selective Demolition Activities: Indicate the following:

a. Detailed sequence of selective demolition and removal work, with starting and endingdates for each activity. Ensure Owner's building manager's and other tenants' on-siteoperations are uninterrupted.

b. Interruption of utility services. Indicate how long utility services will be interrupted.c. Coordination for shutoff, capping, and continuation of utility services.d. Use of elevator and stairs.e. Locations of proposed dust- and noise-control temporary partitions and means of

egress, including for other tenants affected by selective demolition operations.f. Coordination of Owner's continuing occupancy of portions of existing building and of

Owner's partial occupancy of completed Work.g. Means of protection for items to remain and items in path of waste removal from building.

3. Inventory: After selective demolition is complete, submit a list of items that have been removedand salvaged.

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4. Predemolition Photographs or Videotapes: Show existing conditions of adjoining constructionand site improvements, including finish surfaces, that might be misconstrued as damage causedby selective demolition operations. Submit before Work begins.

5. Landfill Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of hazardous wastes by a landfill facilitylicensed to accept hazardous wastes.a. Comply with submittal requirements in Division 01 Section "Construction Waste

Management".

F. Quality Assurance1. Demolition Firm Qualifications: An experienced firm that has specialized in demolition work

similar in material and extent to that indicated for this Project.2. Refrigerant Recovery Technician Qualifications: Certified by an EPA-approved certification

program.3. LEED Requirements for Building Reuse:

a. Credit MR 1.1 and 1.2, as directed: Maintain existing building structure (includingstructural floor and roof decking) and envelope (exterior skin and framing, excludingwindow assemblies and nonstructural roofing material) not indicated to be demolished; donot demolish such existing construction beyond indicated limits.

b. Credit MR 1.3: Maintain existing interior nonstructural elements (interior walls, doors, floorcoverings, and ceiling systems) not indicated to be demolished; do not demolish suchexisting construction beyond indicated limits.

c. Credit MR 1.2 and 1.3, as directed: Maintain existing nonshell, nonstructural components(walls, flooring, and ceilings) not indicated to be demolished; do not demolish such existingconstruction beyond indicated limits.

4. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginningselective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities havingjurisdiction.

5. Standards: Comply with ANSI A10.6 and NFPA 241.6. Predemolition Conference: Conduct conference at Project site. Review methods and procedures

related to selective demolition including, but not limited to, the following:a. Inspect and discuss condition of construction to be selectively demolished.b. Review structural load limitations of existing structure.c. Review and finalize selective demolition schedule and verify availability of materials,

demolition personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays.d. Review requirements of work performed by other trades that rely on substrates exposed by

selective demolition operations.e. Review areas where existing construction is to remain and requires protection.

G. Project Conditions1. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area.

Conduct selective demolition so Owner's operations will not be disrupted.2. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far

as practical.a. Before selective demolition, items will be removed as directed by the Owner.

3. Notify the Owner of discrepancies between existing conditions and Drawings before proceedingwith selective demolition.

4. Hazardous Materials: It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in theWork.a. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner before start of the Work OR have been

removed by Owner under a separate contract, as directed.b. If materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb;

immediately notify the Owner and Owner. Owner will remove hazardous materials under aseparate contract.

OR

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5. Hazardous Materials: It is unknown whether hazardous materials will be encountered in theWork.a. If materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb;

immediately notify the Owner and Owner. Owner will remove hazardous materials under aseparate contract.

6. Hazardous Materials (if asbestos abatement is part of Work of this Contract): Hazardousmaterials are present in construction to be selectively demolished. A report on the presence ofhazardous materials is on file for review and use. Examine report to become aware of locationswhere hazardous materials are present.a. Hazardous material remediation is specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.b. Do not disturb hazardous materials or items suspected of containing hazardous materials

except under procedures specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.7. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site is not permitted.8. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against

damage during selective demolition operations.a. Maintain fire-protection facilities in service during selective demolition operations.

H. Warranty1. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged

during selective demolition, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

1.2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

1.3 EXECUTION

A. Utility Services And Mechanical/Electrical Systems1. Existing Services/Systems: Maintain services/systems indicated to remain and protect them

against damage during selective demolition operations.2. Service/System Requirements: Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utility

services and mechanical/electrical systems serving areas to be selectively demolished.a. the Owner will arrange to shut off indicated services/systems when requested by

Contractor.b. Arrange to shut off indicated utilities with utility companies.c. If services/systems are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, before

proceeding with selective demolition provide temporary services/systems that bypass areaof selective demolition and that maintain continuity of services/systems to other parts ofbuilding.

d. Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and sealremaining portion of pipe or conduit after bypassing.1) Where entire wall is to be removed, existing services/systems may be removed with

removal of the wall.

B. Preparation1. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct selective demolition and debris-removal

operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and otheradjacent occupied and used facilities.

2. Temporary Facilities: Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to preventinjury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.a. Provide protection to ensure safe passage of people around selective demolition area and

to and from occupied portions of building.b. Provide temporary weather protection, during interval between selective demolition of

existing construction on exterior surfaces and new construction, to prevent water leakageand damage to structure and interior areas.

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c. Protect walls, ceilings, floors, and other existing finish work that are to remain or that areexposed during selective demolition operations.

d. Cover and protect furniture, furnishings, and equipment that have not been removed.e. Comply with requirements for temporary enclosures, dust control, heating, and cooling.

3. Temporary Shoring: Provide and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as requiredto preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes toremain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction beingdemolished.a. Strengthen or add new supports when required during progress of selective demolition.

C. Selective Demolition, General1. General: Demolish and remove existing construction only to the extent required by new

construction and as indicated. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations ofgoverning regulations and as follows:a. Proceed with selective demolition systematically, from higher to lower level. Complete

selective demolition operations above each floor or tier before disturbing supportingmembers on the next lower level.

b. Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Usecutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction.Use hand tools or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering andchopping, to minimize disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings toremain.

c. Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces to avoid marringexisting finished surfaces.

d. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials. At concealedspaces, such as duct and pipe interiors, verify condition and contents of hidden spacebefore starting flame-cutting operations. Maintain fire watch and portable fire-suppressiondevices during flame-cutting operations.

e. Maintain adequate ventilation when using cutting torches.f. Remove decayed, vermin-infested, or otherwise dangerous or unsuitable materials and

promptly dispose of off-site.g. Remove structural framing members and lower to ground by method suitable to avoid free

fall and to prevent ground impact or dust generation.h. Locate selective demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to

impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.i. Dispose of demolished items and materials promptly. Comply with requirements in

Division 01 Section "Construction Waste Management".2. Reuse of Building Elements: Project has been designed to result in end-of-Project rates for reuse

of building elements as follows. Do not demolish building elements beyond what is indicated onDrawings without the Owner's approval.a. Building Structure and Shell: 75 OR 100, as directed, percent.b. Nonshell Elements: 50 percent.

3. Removed and Salvaged Items:a. Clean salvaged items.b. Pack or crate items after cleaning. Identify contents of containers.c. Store items in a secure area until delivery to Owner.d. Transport items to Owner's storage area on-site OR off-site OR designated by Owner OR

indicated on Drawings, as directed.e. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

4. Removed and Reinstalled Items:a. Clean and repair items to functional condition adequate for intended reuse. Paint

equipment to match new equipment.b. Pack or crate items after cleaning and repairing. Identify contents of containers.c. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

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d. Reinstall items in locations indicated. Comply with installation requirements for newmaterials and equipment. Provide connections, supports, and miscellaneous materialsnecessary to make item functional for use indicated.

5. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soilingduring selective demolition. When permitted by the Owner, items may be removed to a suitable,protected storage location during selective demolition and cleaned, as directed, and reinstalledin their original locations after selective demolition operations are complete.

D. Selective Demolition Procedures For Specific Materials1. Concrete: Demolish in small sections. Cut concrete to a depth of at least 3/4 inch (19 mm) at

junctures with construction to remain, using power-driven saw. Dislodge concrete fromreinforcement at perimeter of areas being demolished, cut reinforcement, and then removeremainder of concrete indicated for selective demolition. Neatly trim openings to dimensionsindicated.ORConcrete: Demolish in sections. Cut concrete full depth at junctures with construction to remainand at regular intervals, using power-driven saw, then remove concrete between saw cuts.

2. Masonry: Demolish in small sections. Cut masonry at junctures with construction to remain,using power-driven saw, then remove masonry between saw cuts.

3. Concrete Slabs-on-Grade: Saw-cut perimeter of area to be demolished, then break up andremove.

4. Resilient Floor Coverings: Remove floor coverings and adhesive according to recommendationsin RFCI-WP and its Addendum.a. Remove residual adhesive and prepare substrate for new floor coverings by one of the

methods recommended by RFCI.5. Roofing: Remove no more existing roofing than can be covered in one day by new roofing and

so that building interior remains watertight and weathertight. Refer to Division 07 for new roofingrequirements.a. Remove existing roof membrane, flashings, copings, and roof accessories.b. Remove existing roofing system down to substrate.

6. Air-Conditioning Equipment: Remove equipment without releasing refrigerants.

E. Disposal Of Demolished Materials1. General: Except for items or materials indicated to be recycled, as directed, reused, salvaged,

reinstalled, or otherwise indicated to remain Owner's property, remove demolished materials fromProject site and legally dispose of them in an EPA-approved landfill.a. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.b. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces

and areas.c. Remove debris from elevated portions of building by chute, hoist, or other device that will

convey debris to grade level in a controlled descent.d. Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Construction Waste

Management".2. Burning: Do not burn demolished materials.

ORBurning: Burning of demolished materials will be permitted only at designated areas on Owner'sproperty, as directed, provided required permits are obtained. Provide full-time monitoring forburning materials until fires are extinguished.

3. Disposal: Transport demolished materials and dispose of at designated spoil areas on Owner'sproperty.ORDisposal: Transport demolished materials off Owner's property and legally dispose of them.

F. Cleaning

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1. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selectivedemolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before selective demolitionoperations began.

G. Selective Demolition Schedule1. Existing Items OR Construction, as directed, to Be Removed, as directed by the Owner.2. Existing Items to Be Removed and Salvaged, as directed by the Owner.3. Existing Items to Be Removed and Reinstalled, as directed by the Owner.4. Existing Items to Remain, as directed by the Owner.

END OF SECTION 02112

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SECTION 02210 - EXCAVATION SUPPORT AND PROTECTION

1.1 GENERAL

A. Description Of Work1. This specification covers the furnishing and installation of materials for excavation support and

protection. Products shall be as follows or as directed by the Owner. Installation proceduresshall be in accordance with the product manufacturer's recommendations. Demolition andremoval of materials shall be as required to support the work.

B. Performance Requirements1. Design, as directed, furnish, install, monitor, and maintain excavation support and protection

system capable of supporting excavation sidewalls and of resisting soil and hydrostatic pressureand superimposed and construction loads.a. Delegated Design: Design excavation support and protection system, including

comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified professional engineer, usingperformance requirements and design criteria indicated.

b. Prevent surface water from entering excavations by grading, dikes, or other means.c. Install excavation support and protection systems without damaging existing buildings,

structures, and site improvements adjacent to excavation.d. Monitor vibrations, settlements, and movements.

C. Submittals1. Shop Drawings: For excavation support and protection system.2. Delegated-Design Submittal: For excavation support and protection system indicated to comply

with performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed bythe qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.

D. Quality Assurance1. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

E. Project Conditions1. Interruption of Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt any utility serving facilities occupied by Owner or

others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to providetemporary utility according to requirements indicated:a. Notify the Owner no fewer than two days in advance of proposed interruption of utility.b. Do not proceed with interruption of utility without the Owner’s written permission.

2. Survey Work: Engage a qualified land surveyor or professional engineer to survey adjacentexisting buildings, structures, and site improvements; establish exact elevations at fixed points toact as benchmarks. Clearly identify benchmarks and record existing elevations.a. During installation of excavation support and protection systems, regularly resurvey

benchmarks, maintaining an accurate log of surveyed elevations and positions forcomparison with original elevations and positions. Promptly notify the Owner if changes inelevations or positions occur or if cracks, sags, or other damage is evident in adjacentconstruction.

1.2 PRODUCTS

A. Materials1. General: Provide materials that are either new or in serviceable condition.2. Structural Steel: ASTM A 36/A 36M, ASTM A 690/A 690M, or ASTM A 992/A 992M.3. Steel Sheet Piling: ASTM A 328/A 328M, ASTM A 572/A 572M, or ASTM A 690/A 690M; with

continuous interlocks.

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a. Corners: Site-fabricated mechanical interlock OR Roll-formed corner shape with continuous interlock, as directed.

4. Wood Lagging: Lumber, mixed hardwood, nominal rough thickness of size and strength requiredfor application, OR 3 inches (75 mm) OR 4 inches (100 mm), as directed.

5. Shotcrete: Comply with Division 03 Section "Shotcrete" for shotcrete materials and mixes,reinforcement, and shotcrete application.

6. Cast-in-Place Concrete: ACI 301, of compressive strength required for application.7. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60 (Grade 420), deformed.8. Tiebacks: Steel bars, ASTM A 722/A 722M.9. Tiebacks: Steel strand, ASTM A 416/A 416M.

1.3 EXECUTION

A. Preparation1. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities from damage caused by

settlement, lateral movement, undermining, washout, and other hazards that could developduring excavation support and protection system operations.a. Shore, support, and protect utilities encountered.

2. Install excavation support and protection systems to ensure minimum interference with roads,streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.a. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without

permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide alternate routes aroundclosed or obstructed traffic ways if required by authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Locate excavation support and protection systems clear of permanent construction so thatforming and finishing of concrete surfaces are not impeded.

4. Monitor excavation support and protection systems daily during excavation progress and for aslong as excavation remains open. Promptly correct bulges, breakage, or other evidence ofmovement to ensure that excavation support and protection systems remain stable.

5. Promptly repair damages to adjacent facilities caused by installing excavation support andprotection systems.

B. Soldier Piles And Lagging1. Install steel soldier piles before starting excavation. Extend soldier piles below excavation grade

level to depths adequate to prevent lateral movement. Space soldier piles at regular intervals notto exceed allowable flexural strength of wood lagging. Accurately align exposed faces of flangesto vary not more than 2 inches (50 mm) from a horizontal line and not more than 1:120 out ofvertical alignment.

2. Install wood lagging within flanges of soldier piles as excavation proceeds. Trim excavation asrequired to install lagging. Fill voids behind lagging with soil, and compact.

3. Install wales horizontally at locations indicated on Drawings and secure to soldier piles.

C. Sheet Piling1. Before starting excavation, install one-piece sheet piling lengths and tightly interlock to form a

continuous barrier. Accurately place the piling, using templates and guide frames unlessotherwise recommended in writing by the sheet piling manufacturer. Limit vertical offset ofadjacent sheet piling to 60 inches (1500 mm). Accurately align exposed faces of sheet piling tovary not more than 2 inches (50 mm) from a horizontal line and not more than 1:120 out ofvertical alignment. Cut tops of sheet piling to uniform elevation at top of excavation.

D. Tiebacks1. Tiebacks: Drill, install, grout, and tension tiebacks. Test load-carrying capacity of each tieback

and replace and retest deficient tiebacks.a. Test loading shall be observed by a qualified professional engineer responsible for design

of excavation support and protection system.

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b. Maintain tiebacks in place until permanent construction is able to withstand lateral soil andhydrostatic pressures.

E. Bracing1. Bracing: Locate bracing to clear columns, floor framing construction, and other permanent work.

If necessary to move brace, install new bracing before removing original brace.a. Do not place bracing where it will be cast into or included in permanent concrete work

unless otherwise approved by the Owner.b. Install internal bracing, if required, to prevent spreading or distortion of braced frames.c. Maintain bracing until structural elements are supported by other bracing or until

permanent construction is able to withstand lateral earth and hydrostatic pressures.

F. Removal And Repairs1. Remove excavation support and protection systems when construction has progressed

sufficiently to support excavation and bear soil and hydrostatic pressures. Remove in stages toavoid disturbing underlying soils or damaging structures, pavements, facilities, and utilities.a. Remove excavation support and protection systems to a minimum depth of 48 inches

(1200 mm) below overlaying construction and abandon remainder.b. Fill voids immediately with approved backfill compacted to density specified in Division 02

Section "Earthwork".c. Repair or replace, as approved by the Owner, adjacent work damaged or displaced by

removing excavation support and protection systems.2. Leave excavation support and protection systems permanently in place.

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SECTION 02210 - EXCAVATION SUPPORT AND PROTECTION

1.1 GENERAL

A. Description Of Work1. This specification covers the furnishing and installation of materials for excavation support and

protection. Products shall be as follows or as directed by the Owner. Installation proceduresshall be in accordance with the product manufacturer's recommendations. Demolition andremoval of materials shall be as required to support the work.

B. Performance Requirements1. Design, as directed, furnish, install, monitor, and maintain excavation support and protection

system capable of supporting excavation sidewalls and of resisting soil and hydrostatic pressureand superimposed and construction loads.a. Delegated Design: Design excavation support and protection system, including

comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified professional engineer, usingperformance requirements and design criteria indicated.

b. Prevent surface water from entering excavations by grading, dikes, or other means.c. Install excavation support and protection systems without damaging existing buildings,

structures, and site improvements adjacent to excavation.d. Monitor vibrations, settlements, and movements.

C. Submittals1. Shop Drawings: For excavation support and protection system.2. Delegated-Design Submittal: For excavation support and protection system indicated to comply

with performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed bythe qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.

D. Quality Assurance1. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

E. Project Conditions1. Interruption of Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt any utility serving facilities occupied by Owner or

others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to providetemporary utility according to requirements indicated:a. Notify the Owner no fewer than two days in advance of proposed interruption of utility.b. Do not proceed with interruption of utility without the Owner’s written permission.

2. Survey Work: Engage a qualified land surveyor or professional engineer to survey adjacentexisting buildings, structures, and site improvements; establish exact elevations at fixed points toact as benchmarks. Clearly identify benchmarks and record existing elevations.a. During installation of excavation support and protection systems, regularly resurvey

benchmarks, maintaining an accurate log of surveyed elevations and positions forcomparison with original elevations and positions. Promptly notify the Owner if changes inelevations or positions occur or if cracks, sags, or other damage is evident in adjacentconstruction.

1.2 PRODUCTS

A. Materials1. General: Provide materials that are either new or in serviceable condition.2. Structural Steel: ASTM A 36/A 36M, ASTM A 690/A 690M, or ASTM A 992/A 992M.3. Steel Sheet Piling: ASTM A 328/A 328M, ASTM A 572/A 572M, or ASTM A 690/A 690M; with

continuous interlocks.

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a. Corners: Site-fabricated mechanical interlock OR Roll-formed corner shape with continuous interlock, as directed.

4. Wood Lagging: Lumber, mixed hardwood, nominal rough thickness of size and strength requiredfor application, OR 3 inches (75 mm) OR 4 inches (100 mm), as directed.

5. Shotcrete: Comply with Division 03 Section "Shotcrete" for shotcrete materials and mixes,reinforcement, and shotcrete application.

6. Cast-in-Place Concrete: ACI 301, of compressive strength required for application.7. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60 (Grade 420), deformed.8. Tiebacks: Steel bars, ASTM A 722/A 722M.9. Tiebacks: Steel strand, ASTM A 416/A 416M.

1.3 EXECUTION

A. Preparation1. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities from damage caused by

settlement, lateral movement, undermining, washout, and other hazards that could developduring excavation support and protection system operations.a. Shore, support, and protect utilities encountered.

2. Install excavation support and protection systems to ensure minimum interference with roads,streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.a. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without

permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide alternate routes aroundclosed or obstructed traffic ways if required by authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Locate excavation support and protection systems clear of permanent construction so thatforming and finishing of concrete surfaces are not impeded.

4. Monitor excavation support and protection systems daily during excavation progress and for aslong as excavation remains open. Promptly correct bulges, breakage, or other evidence ofmovement to ensure that excavation support and protection systems remain stable.

5. Promptly repair damages to adjacent facilities caused by installing excavation support andprotection systems.

B. Soldier Piles And Lagging1. Install steel soldier piles before starting excavation. Extend soldier piles below excavation grade

level to depths adequate to prevent lateral movement. Space soldier piles at regular intervals notto exceed allowable flexural strength of wood lagging. Accurately align exposed faces of flangesto vary not more than 2 inches (50 mm) from a horizontal line and not more than 1:120 out ofvertical alignment.

2. Install wood lagging within flanges of soldier piles as excavation proceeds. Trim excavation asrequired to install lagging. Fill voids behind lagging with soil, and compact.

3. Install wales horizontally at locations indicated on Drawings and secure to soldier piles.

C. Sheet Piling1. Before starting excavation, install one-piece sheet piling lengths and tightly interlock to form a

continuous barrier. Accurately place the piling, using templates and guide frames unlessotherwise recommended in writing by the sheet piling manufacturer. Limit vertical offset ofadjacent sheet piling to 60 inches (1500 mm). Accurately align exposed faces of sheet piling tovary not more than 2 inches (50 mm) from a horizontal line and not more than 1:120 out ofvertical alignment. Cut tops of sheet piling to uniform elevation at top of excavation.

D. Tiebacks1. Tiebacks: Drill, install, grout, and tension tiebacks. Test load-carrying capacity of each tieback

and replace and retest deficient tiebacks.a. Test loading shall be observed by a qualified professional engineer responsible for design

of excavation support and protection system.

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b. Maintain tiebacks in place until permanent construction is able to withstand lateral soil andhydrostatic pressures.

E. Bracing1. Bracing: Locate bracing to clear columns, floor framing construction, and other permanent work.

If necessary to move brace, install new bracing before removing original brace.a. Do not place bracing where it will be cast into or included in permanent concrete work

unless otherwise approved by the Owner.b. Install internal bracing, if required, to prevent spreading or distortion of braced frames.c. Maintain bracing until structural elements are supported by other bracing or until

permanent construction is able to withstand lateral earth and hydrostatic pressures.

F. Removal And Repairs1. Remove excavation support and protection systems when construction has progressed

sufficiently to support excavation and bear soil and hydrostatic pressures. Remove in stages toavoid disturbing underlying soils or damaging structures, pavements, facilities, and utilities.a. Remove excavation support and protection systems to a minimum depth of 48 inches

(1200 mm) below overlaying construction and abandon remainder.b. Fill voids immediately with approved backfill compacted to density specified in Division 02

Section "Earthwork".c. Repair or replace, as approved by the Owner, adjacent work damaged or displaced by

removing excavation support and protection systems.2. Leave excavation support and protection systems permanently in place.

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SECTION 02212 - EMBANKMENT

1.1 GENERAL

A. Description Of Work1. This specification covers the reuse of suitable excavated material or furnishing material at the

Contractor's expense to construct embankments where and as required by the Owner.

B. Submittals1. Preconstruction Submittals

a. Construction equipment list.b. Contractor shall record Existing Conditions prior to starting work in accordance with the

paragraph entitled, "Existing Conditions," of this section.c. Location of Utilitiesd. Location of Testse. Location of Inspectionf. Location of Approved Utilitiesg. A protection plan verifying the Existing Utilities left in place.

2. Test Reports for Soil Test within three working days of test date. Soil test shall comply withparagraph entitled, "Quality Control Testing During Construction."

3. Certificates of compliance for Proposed Soil Materials shall be submitted in accordance withparagraph entitled, "Tests for Proposed Soil Materials."

C. Definitions1. Soil Materials

a. Cohesionless soil materials include gravels, gravel-sand mixtures, sands, and gravellysands. Moisture-density relations of compacted cohesionless soils when plotted on graphswill show straight lines or reverse-shaped moisture-density curves.

b. Cohesive soil materials include clayey and silty gravels, sand-clay mixtures, gravel-siltmixtures, clayey and silty sands, sand-silt mixtures, clays, silts, and very fine sands.Moisture density relations of compacted cohesive soils when plotted on graphs will shownormal moisture-density curves.

2. Subgrade shall mean the top surface of a backfill or fill or the uppermost surface of anexcavation, graded to conform to the required subgrade elevation and compacted to densitiesindicated.

3. Degree of compaction required is expressed as a percentage of the maximum density obtainedby the test procedure in AASHTO T 180, Method B or D.

4. Classified Excavation: Separate consideration will be given to the nature of the materialsexcavated, in accordance with the following designations and classifications.a. Rock excavation shall include blasting, excavating, grading, and disposing of material

classified as rock and shall include the satisfactory removal and disposition of boulders1/2-cu yd (0.4 cu m) or more in volume; solid rock; rock material in ledges, beddeddeposits, and unstratified masses which cannot be removed without systematic drilling andblasting; and conglomerate deposits that are so firmly cemented as to possess thecharacteristics of solid rock that is impossible to remove without systematic drilling andblasting. The removal of any concrete or masonry structures, except pavements,exceeding 1/2-cu yd (0.4 cu m) in volume that may be encountered in the work shall beincluded in this classification.

b. Common excavation shall include the satisfactory removal and disposition of materials notclassified as rock excavation.

5. Unclassified Excavation: No consideration will be given to the nature of the materials, and allexcavation will be designated as unclassified excavation.

D. Sampling And Testing

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1. Soil Test and Inspection Service: Soil survey for satisfactory soil materials and samples of soilmaterials shall be furnished by the Contractor. A certified soil testing service approved by theOwner shall be provided by the Contractor. Testing shall include soil survey for satisfactory soilmaterials, sampling and testing soil materials proposed for use in the work, and field-testingfacilities for quality control during construction period.

2. Tests for Proposed Soil Materials: Soil materials proposed for use in the work shall be tested.The materials shall be approved by the Owner prior to start of work as follows:

MATERIAL REQUIREMENT TEST METHOD NUMBER OF TESTS Satisfactory Sampling AASHTO T 2 One for each source of soil materials materials to determine

Preparation of AASHTO T 87 conformance to definition samples of satisfactory soil

materials; additional testsSieve analysis ASTM C 136 whenever there is any of fine and apparent change coarse aggregate

Mechanical analysis ASTM D 422 of soils

Liquid limit of ASTM D 4318 Soils

Plastic limit and ASTM D 4318 plasticity index of soils

Moisture-density AASHTO T 180, relations of soil Method B or D

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3. Quality Control Testing During Construction: Soil Test on materials shall be performed duringconstruction as follows:

MATERIAL TESTED AND MATERIAL REQUIREMENT TEST METHOD NUMBER OF TESTS

Soil material- Density of soil- ASTM D 1556 At least three daily for each in-place after in-place Sand Cone Method subgrade soil material, and compaction or ASTM D 2922 for each layer of soil

Nuclear Method material; additional tests whenever there is any change in moisture

4. Field Testing Facilities at Subbase Mixing Plant: Field-testing facilities for the purpose of testingsubbase course material at the mixing plant shall be provided by the Contractor's soil-testingservice.

5. Reports: No soil material shall be used until soil test reports have been reviewed and approved.6. Evaluation of Test Results

a. Soil materials of any classification shall not have a moisture content at the time ofcompaction that would be classified as unsatisfactory soil materials in the paragraphentitled, "Definitions."

b. Results of density of soil-in-place tests shall be considered satisfactory if the average ofany group of four consecutive density tests which may be selected is in each instanceequal to or greater than the specified density, and if no density test has a value more than2 percentage points below the specified density.

E. Use Of Explosives:1. Explosives shall not be used or brought to the project site without prior written approval. Such

approval shall not be construed as relieving the Contractor of responsibility for injury to personsor for damage to property due to blasting operations. Blasting shall be performed by skilledpersonnel in accordance with governing authorities and as approved. Minimum safetyrequirements for blasting shall be in accordance with OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1926, SubpartU.ORThe use of explosives will not be permitted.

F. Protection Of Persons And Property1. Excavations shall be barricaded and posted with warning signs for the safety of persons.

Warning lights shall be provided during hours of darkness.2. Structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities immediately adjacent to

excavations shall be protected against damage including settlement, lateral movement,undermining, and washout.

3. Topsoil removal operations shall be conducted to ensure safety of persons and to preventdamage to existing structures and utilities, construction in progress, trees and vegetation toremain standing, and other property.

G. Construction Equipment List: Construction Equipment List for all major equipment to be used in thissection shall be submitted to the Owner prior to start of work.

H. Existing Conditions1. Records of Existing Conditions shall be submitted by the Contractor prior to the start of work.

The Contractor shall verify the existing conditions are correct as shown on the plans anddescribed in the specifications. the Owner shall be notified immediately if any discrepancies arefound.

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2. Records of underground utilities, Location of Utilities, Location of Inspection, Location of Tests,and Location of Approved Utilities shall be submitted to the Owner prior to start of work.

1.2 PRODUCTS

A. Materials1. Satisfactory Materials shall mean AASHTO M 145 (ASTM D 3282), Soil Classification Groups A-

1, A-2-4, A-2-5, and A-3.2. Unsatisfactory Materials shall mean AASHTO M 145, Soil Classification Groups A-2-6, A-2-7, A-

4, A-5, A-6, and A-7, peat and other highly organic soils, and soil materials of any classificationthat have a moisture content, at the time of compaction, beyond the range of 1 percentage pointbelow and 3 percentage points above the optimum moisture content of the soil material asdetermined by moisture-density relations test.

3. Topsoil shall be any soil removed from the project site which consists of clay or sandy loam. Thetopsoil shall be reasonably free from subsoil, clay lumps, brush, objectionable weeds, and otherlitter, and shall be free from stones, stumps, roots, and other objectionable material larger than 2in. (50 mm) in any dimension.

4. Compost shall be yard trimmings or yard waste compost processed and graded according tostate and local regulations.

5. Topsoil Blend: Where insufficient topsoil is removed from the project site for later reuse, thetopsoil removed shall be stockpiled and blended with compost at the site to achieve the requiredvolume.

1.3 EXECUTION

A. Blasting:1. Where explosives are used in rock excavation, the charges shall be so proportioned and placed

that they will not loosen the rock outside the excavation lines indicated, or as specified.Contractor shall remove, at no additional cost, any material outside the authorized cross sectionthat may be shattered or loosened by blasting.ORBlasting is not required or permitted.

B. Conservation Of Topsoil: Topsoil shall be stripped to a depth of not less than 4 in. (100 mm); whenstored it shall be kept separate from other excavated materials, free of roots, stones, and otherundesirable materials. Where indicated, topsoil shall be removed without contamination with subsoiland spread on areas already graded and prepared for topsoil, or when so specified, topsoil shall betransported and deposited in stockpiles convenient to areas that are to receive application of the topsoillater or at locations indicated or specified by the Owner. Topsoil blend shall be used on allembankments when there is not enough topsoil available.

C. Excavation1. Excavations specified shall be done on either a classified or unclassified basis as directed by the

Owner.2. Contractor shall perform excavation of every type of material encountered by cutting accurately to

the cross sections to the lines, grades, and elevations indicated. Grading shall be in conformitywith the typical sections indicated and the tolerances specified in paragraph entitled, "Finishing."

3. Satisfactory excavated materials shall be transported to and placed in fill or embankment areaswithin the limits of the work. Unsatisfactory materials encountered within the limits of the workshall be excavated below grade and replaced with satisfactory materials as directed. Surplussatisfactory excavated material not required for fill or embankment shall be disposed in areasapproved for surplus materials storage or designated waste areas. Unsatisfactory excavatedmaterial shall be disposed in designated waste or spoil areas. During construction, excavation

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and filling shall be performed in a manner and sequence that will provide proper drainage at all times. Material required for fill or embankment in excess of that produced by excavation within the grading limits shall be excavated from the borrow areas indicated or from other approved areas selected by the Owner.

4. Excavation of Ditches, Gutters, and Channels: Care shall be taken not to excavate ditches andgutters below grades shown. Excessive open-ditch or gutter excavation shall be backfilled withsuitable materials to grades indicated at no additional cost. Materials excavated shall bedisposed as indicated, except that in no case shall material be deposited less than 3 ft. (1 m) fromthe edge of a ditch. Contractor shall maintain excavations free from debris until final acceptanceof the work.

5. Excavation for Drainage Structuresa. Dimensions and elevations of footings and foundation excavations indicated are only

approximate and may be changed if necessary to ensure adequate foundation support.Trenches and foundation pits shall be of sufficient size to permit the placement andremoval of forms for the full length and width of structure footings and foundations. Rockor other hard foundation material shall be cleaned of loose debris and cut to a firm surface,either level, stepped, or serrated. Loose disintegrated rock and thin strata shall beremoved. When concrete or masonry is to be placed in an excavated area, special careshall be taken not to disturb the bottom of the excavation. Excavation to the final gradelevel shall not be made until just before concrete or masonry is to be placed.

b. Where pile foundations are to be used, the excavation of each pit shall be stopped at anelevation 1 ft. (300 mm) above the base of the footing, as specified, before piles are driven.After pile driving has been completed, loose and displaced material shall be removed andexcavation completed, leaving a smooth, solid, undisturbed surface to receive concrete ormasonry.

6. Protection or Removal of Utility Lines: Existing Utilities that are indicated to be retained, or thelocations of which have been ascertained from Owner utility drawings, as well as utility linesencountered during excavation, shall be protected from damage during excavation andbackfilling. However, reliance on the information obtained from Owner drawings does notabsolve the Contractor of responsibility for damages, so careful hand methods shall be used toverify the location of underground utilities. Damage shall be reported immediately andsatisfactorily repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost. The Contractor shall providesketches of existing conditions if there are variances, as well as any modifications, on "as-built"drawings. When utility lines that are to be removed are encountered within the area ofoperations, the Contractor shall give notice in ample time for the necessary measures to be takento prevent interruption of service.

D. Classification Of Excavation: Excavations specified shall be done on either a classified or unclassifiedbasis as provided for under the item designations of the Contract.

E. Utilization Of Excavation Materials: Unsatisfactory materials removed from excavations shall bedisposed in designated areas. Satisfactory material removed from excavations shall be used, insofar aspracticable, in the construction of fills, embankments, subgrades, shoulders, bedding; as backfill; and forsimilar purposes. No satisfactory excavated material shall be wasted without specific writtenauthorization. Satisfactory material authorized to be wasted shall be disposed in designated areasapproved for surplus material storage or designated waste areas as directed. Coarse rock fromexcavations shall be stockpiled and used for constructing slopes of embankments adjacent to streams,for constructing slopes or sides and bottoms of channels, and for protecting against erosion. Handplacing of coarse rock from excavations will not be required. Excavated material shall not be disposedin a manner as to obstruct the flow of any stream, endanger a partly finished structure, impair theefficiency or appearance of any structure, or be detrimental to the completed work in any way.

F. Selection Of Borrow Material: Borrow material shall be selected to meet the requirements andconditions of the particular fill or embankment for which it is to be used. Borrow material shall beobtained from the borrow areas indicated on the plans or from other approved sources, either private orwithin the limits of the project site, selected by the Contractor. Unless otherwise provided in the

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contract, the Contractor shall obtain from the Owners the right to procure material, pay all royalties and other charges involved, and bear all expense of developing the sources, including rights-of-way for hauling. Borrow material from approved sources on Owner-controlled land may be obtained without payment of royalties. Unless specifically provided, no borrow shall be obtained within the limits of the project site without prior written approval. Necessary clearing, grubbing, and satisfactory drainage of borrow pits and the disposal of debris shall be considered related operations to the borrow excavation and shall be performed by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Owner.

G. Opening And Drainage Of Excavation And Borrow Pits: The Contractor shall give notice sufficiently inadvance of the opening of any excavation or borrow pit to permit elevations and measurements of theundisturbed ground surface to be taken. Unless otherwise permitted, borrow pits and other excavationareas shall be excavated in such manner as will afford adequate drainage. Overburden and other spoilmaterial shall be transported to designated spoil areas or otherwise disposed as directed. Borrow pitsshall be neatly trimmed and left in such shape as will facilitate accurate measurements after theexcavation is completed.

H. Grading Areas: When so provided and indicated, work under contract will be divided into grading areas,within which satisfactory excavated material shall be placed in embankments, fills, and requiredbackfills. Contractor shall not haul satisfactory material excavated in one grading area to anothergrading area, except when so directed in writing.

I. Preparation Of Ground Surface For Embankments1. Ground surface on which fill is to be placed shall be stripped of live, dead, or decayed vegetation,

rubbish, debris, and other unsatisfactory material; shall be plowed, disked, or otherwise brokenup; pulverized; moistened or aerated as necessary; mixed; and compacted to at least 90 percentmaximum density for cohesive materials or 100 percent maximum density for cohesionlessmaterials.

2. Compaction shall be accomplished by sheepsfoot rollers, pneumatic-tired rollers, steel-wheeledrollers, or other approved equipment. The prepared ground surface shall be scarified andmoistened or aerated just prior to placement of embankment materials to ensure adequate bondbetween embankment material and the prepared ground surface.

J. Embankments1. Earth Embankments

a. Earth embankments shall be constructed from satisfactory materials free of organic orfrozen material and rocks with maximum dimensions not greater than 3 in. (75 mm). Thematerial shall be placed in successive horizontal layers of loose material not more than 6in. (150 mm) in depth. Each layer shall be spread uniformly on a prepared surface, i.e., asoil surface that has been moistened or aerated and scarified plowed, disked, or otherwisebroken up in such a manner that the fill will bond with the surface on which it is placed,mixed, and compacted to at least 90 percent maximum density for borrow materials or 100percent maximum density for excavated materials. Compaction requirements for the upperportion of earth embankments forming subgrade for pavements shall be identical to thoserequirements specified in paragraph entitled, "Subgrade Preparation."

b. Compaction shall be accomplished by sheepsfoot rollers, pneumatic-tired rollers, steel-wheeled rollers, or other approved equipment.

2. Rock Embankmentsa. Rock embankments shall be constructed from material essentially classified as rock

excavation, placed in successive horizontal layers of loose material not more than 8 to 10in. (200 to 250 mm) in depth. Pieces of rock larger than 8 to 10 in. (200 to 250 mm) ingreatest dimension shall not be used.

b. Each layer of material shall be spread uniformly and shall be completely saturated andcompacted to density as directed by the Owner.

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c. Each layer of material shall be spread uniformly and shall be completely saturated andcompacted until the interstices are filled with well-compacted materials and the entire layeris a dense, compacted mass.

d. Each successive layer of material shall adequately bond to the material on which it isplaced.

e. Compaction shall be accomplished with vibratory compactors with a minimum static weightof 20,000 lbs. (90 kN), heavy rubber-tired rollers weighing not less than 25,000 lbs. (110kN) or steel-wheeled rollers with a loaded weight of not less than 4,000 lb/ft (58,400 N/m)of drum length.

f. Rock shall not be used above a point 6 in. (150 mm) below the surface of an embankmentthat is to be paved.

K. Subgrade Preparation1. Construction

a. Subgrade shall be shaped to line, grade, and cross section and compacted as specified.This operation shall include plowing, disking, and any moistening or aerating required toobtain proper compaction. Soft or otherwise unsatisfactory material shall be removed andreplaced with satisfactory excavated material or other approved material as directed. Rockencountered in the cut sections shall be excavated to a depth of 6 in. (150 mm) belowfinished grade for the subgrade. Low areas resulting from removal of unsatisfactorymaterial or excavation of rock shall be brought up to required grade with satisfactorymaterials, and the entire subgrade shall be shaped to line, grade, and cross section andcompacted as specified.

b. After rolling, the surface of the subgrade for roadways and/or airfields shall indicate adeviation not greater than 3/8 in. (10 mm) when tested with a 10-ft (3.0 m) straightedgeapplied both parallel with, and at right angles to, the centerline of the area.

c. Elevation of the finished subgrade shall vary not more than 1/4-in. (6 mm) from theestablished grade and approved cross section.

2. Compaction: Compaction for pavements and shoulders shall be accomplished with approvedequipment until the layer is compacted to the full depth to at least 95 percent maximum density.

L. Shoulder Construction: Shoulders shall be constructed of satisfactory excavated or borrow materials oras otherwise indicated on the plans. Shoulders shall be constructed as soon as possible after adjacentpaving is complete, but in the case of rigid pavements, shoulders shall not be constructed untilpermission has been obtained. The entire shoulder area shall be compacted to at least the percentageof maximum density as specified for specific ranges of depth below the surface of the shoulder.Compaction shall be accomplished with approved equipment. Shoulder construction shall be done inproper sequence in such a manner that adjacent ditches will be drained effectively and no damage ofany kind is done to the adjacent, completed pavement. The completed shoulders shall be true toalignment and grade and shaped to drain in conformity with the cross section indicated.

M. Finishing: Surface of excavations, embankments, and subgrades shall be finished to a reasonablysmooth and compact surface substantially in accordance with the lines, grades, and cross sections orelevations indicated. Degree of finish for graded areas shall be within 1/10 ft (30 mm) of the grades andelevations indicated, except that the degree of finish for subgrades shall be as specified. Gutters andditches shall be finished as indicated. Surface of areas to be turfed shall be finished to a smoothnesssuitable for the application of turfing materials.

N. Subgrade And Embankment Protection: During construction, embankments and excavations shall bekept shaped and drained. Ditches and drains along subgrade shall be maintained in such a manner asto drain effectively at all times. Finished subgrade shall not be disturbed by traffic or other operationsand shall be protected and maintained by the Contractor in a satisfactory condition until ballast,subbase, base, or pavement is placed. Storage or stockpiling materials on finished subgrade will not bepermitted. Subbase, base course, ballast, or pavement shall not be laid until the subgrade has beenchecked and approved, and in no case shall subbase, base, surfacing, pavement, or ballast be placedon a muddy, spongy, or frozen subgrade.

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CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE 033000 - 1

SECTION 03 30 00 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes cast-in-place concrete, including formwork, reinforcement, concretematerials, mixture design, placement procedures, and finishes.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Cementitious Materials: Portland cement alone or in combination with one or more of thefollowing: blended hydraulic cement, fly ash, slag cement, other pozzolans, and silica fume;materials subject to compliance with requirements.

B. W/C Ratio: The ratio by weight of water to cementitious materials.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit for the following products.1. Sheet vapor retarder.

B. Design Mix: Submit laboratory test reports for concrete materials and mix design test foreach concrete mix proposed to be incorporated into the project. Include product informationof admixtures and related items in the proposed mix.

C. Steel Reinforcement Shop Drawings: Placing Drawings that detail fabrication, bending, andplacement. Include bar sizes, lengths, material, grade, bar schedules, stirrup spacing,bent bar diagrams, bar arrangement, splices and laps, mechanical connections, tie spacing,hoop spacing, and supports for concrete reinforcement.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. ACI Publications: Comply with the following unless modified by requirements in the ContractDocuments:1. ACI 301, "Specifications for Structural Concrete," Sections 1 through 5.2. ACI 117, "Specifications for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and Materials."

B. Concrete Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing ready-mixedconcrete products and that complies with ASTM C 94/C 94M requirements for productionfacilities and equipment.

C. Testing Agency Qualifications: An independent agency qualified according to ASTMC 1077 and ASTM E 329 for testing indicated.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, and handle steel reinforcement to prevent bending and damage.

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1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Protection of Footings Against Freezing: Cover completed work at footing level withsufficient temporary or permanent cover to protect footings and adjacent subgrade againstpossibility of freezing. Maintain cover for time period as necessary.

B. Protect adjacent finish materials against spatter during concrete placement.

C. Cold-Weather Placement: Comply with ACI 306.1 and as follows. Protect concrete workfrom physical damage or reduced strength that could be caused by frost, freezing actions,or low temperatures.1. When average high and low temperature is expected to fall below 40 deg F (4.4 deg

C) for three successive days, maintain delivered concrete mixture temperature withinthe temperature range required by ACI 301 (ACI 301M).

2. Do not use frozen materials or materials containing ice or snow. Do not place concreteon frozen subgrade or on subgrade containing frozen materials.

3. Do not use calcium chloride, salt, or other materials containing antifreeze agents orchemical accelerators unless otherwise specified and approved in mixture designs.

D. Hot-Weather Placement: Comply with ACI 301 (ACI 301M) and as follows:1. Maintain concrete temperature below 90 deg F (32 deg C) at time of placement.

Chilled mixing water or chopped ice may be used to control temperature, providedwater equivalent of ice is calculated to total amount of mixing water. Using liquidnitrogen to cool concrete is Contractor's option.

2. Fog-spray forms, steel reinforcement, and subgrade just before placing concrete.Keep subgrade uniformly moist without standing water, soft spots, or dry areas.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FORM-FACING MATERIALS

A. Smooth-Formed Finished Concrete: Form-facing panels that provide continuous, true, andsmooth concrete surfaces. Furnish in largest practicable sizes to minimize number ofjoints.1. Plywood, metal, or other approved panel materials.2. Exterior-grade plywood panels, suitable for concrete forms, complying with DOC

PS 1.

B. Rough-Formed Finished Concrete: Plywood, lumber, metal, or another approved material.Provide lumber dressed on at least two edges and one side for tight fit.

C. Chamfer Strips: Wood, metal, PVC, or rubber strips, 3/4 by 3/4 inch (19 by 19 mm),minimum.

D. Form-Release Agent: Commercially formulated form-release agent that does not bond with,stain, or adversely affect concrete surfaces and does not impair subsequent treatments ofconcrete surfaces.1. Formulate form-release agent with rust inhibitor for steel form-facing materials.

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E. Form Ties: Factory-fabricated, removable or snap-off glass-fiber-reinforced plastic or metalform ties designed to resist lateral pressure of fresh concrete on forms and to preventspalling of concrete on removal.

2.2 STEEL REINFORCEMENT

A. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60 (Grade 420), deformed.

B. Plain-Steel Wire: ASTM A 1064/A 1064M.

C. Plain-Steel Welded-Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A 1064/A 1064M, plain, fabricated from as-drawn steel wire into flat sheets.

2.3 REINFORCEMENT ACCESSORIES

A. Joint Dowel Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60 (Grade 420), plain-steel bars, cut true tolength with ends square and free of burrs.

B. Bar Supports: Bolsters, chairs, spacers, and other devices for spacing, supporting, andfastening reinforcing bars and welded-wire reinforcement in place. Manufacture barsupports from steel wire, plastic, or precast concrete according to CRSI's "Manual ofStandard Practice," of greater compressive strength than concrete and as follows:1. For concrete surfaces exposed to view, where legs of wire bar supports contact forms,

use CRSI Class 1 plastic-protected steel wire or CRSI Class 2 stainless- steel barsupports.

2. For zinc-coated reinforcement, use galvanized wire or dielectric-polymer-coatedwire bar supports.

2.4 CONCRETE MATERIALS

A. Cementitious Materials:1. Portland Cement: ASTM C 150/C 150M, Type I or III.2. Fly Ash and Slag: Not permitted.

B. Normal-Weight Aggregates: ASTM C 33/C 33M, Class 1N coarse aggregate or better,graded. Provide aggregates from a single source.1. Maximum Coarse-Aggregate Size: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) nominal, unless

indicated otherwise.2. Fine Aggregate: Free of materials with deleterious reactivity to alkali in cement.

C. Water: ASTM C 94/C 94M and potable.

2.5 ADMIXTURES

A. Air-Entraining Admixture: ASTM C 260/C 260M.

B. Chemical Admixtures: Certified by manufacturer to be compatible with other admixtures andthat do not contribute water-soluble chloride ions exceeding those permitted in hardenedconcrete. Do not use calcium chloride or admixtures containing calcium chloride.

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1. Water-Reducing Admixture: ASTM C 494/C 494M, Type A.2. Retarding Admixture: ASTM C 494/C 494M, Type B.3. Water-Reducing and Retarding Admixture: ASTM C 494/C 494M, Type D.4. High-Range, Water-Reducing Admixture: ASTM C 494/C 494M, Type F.5. High-Range, Water-Reducing and Retarding Admixture: ASTM C 494/C 494M,

Type G.6. Plasticizing and Retarding Admixture: ASTM C 1017/C 1017M, Type II.

2.6 VAPOR RETARDERS

A. Sheet Vapor Retarder: ASTM E 1745, Class A. Not less than 10 mils (0.25 mm) thick.Include manufacturer's recommended adhesive or pressure-sensitive tape.1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that may be

incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:a. Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Inc.; Blackline 400.b. Fortifiber Building Systems Group; Moistop Ultra 10.c. Grace Construction Products, W. R. Grace & Co.; Florprufe 120.d. Meadows, W. R., Inc.; Perminator 10 mil.e. Raven Industries Inc.; Vapor Block 10.f. Reef Industries, Inc.; Griffolyn 10 mil Green.g. Stego Industries, LLC; Stego Wrap 10 mil Class A.

2.7 LIQUID FLOOR TREATMENTS

A. Penetrating Liquid Floor Treatment: Clear, chemically reactive, waterborne solution ofinorganic silicate or siliconate materials and proprietary components; odorless; thatpenetrates, hardens, and densifies concrete surfaces.1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that may be

incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:a. Conspec by Dayton Superior; Intraseal.b. Curecrete Distribution Inc.; Ashford Formula.c. Dayton Superior Corporation; Day-Chem Sure Hard (J-17).d. Euclid Chemical Company (The), an RPM company; Euco Diamond Hard.e. L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc.; Seal Hard.f. Meadows, W. R., Inc.; LIQUI-HARD.g. Symons by Dayton Superior; Buff Hard.

2.8 CURING MATERIALS

A. Evaporation Retarder: Waterborne, monomolecular film forming, manufactured forapplication to fresh concrete.

B. Absorptive Cover: AASHTO M 182, Class 2, burlap cloth made from jute or kenaf, weighingapproximately 9 oz./sq. yd. (305 g/sq. m) when dry.

C. Moisture-Retaining Cover: ASTM C 171, polyethylene film or white burlap-polyethylenesheet.

D. Water: Potable.

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E. Curing Compounds: Any one of the following at Contractor’s option:-1. Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing Compound: ASTM C 309, Type 1,

Class B, dissipating.a. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that

may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:1) BASF Construction Chemicals - Building Systems; Kure 200.2) Conspec by Dayton Superior; W.B. Resin Cure.3) Dayton Superior Corporation; Day-Chem Rez Cure (J-11-W).4) Euclid Chemical Company (The), an RPM company; Kurez W VOX;

TAMMSCURE WB 30C.5) L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc.; L&M Cure R.6) Meadows, W. R., Inc.; 1100-CLEAR.7) Symons by Dayton Superior; Resi-Chem Clear.

2. Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing Compound: ASTM C 309, Type 1,Class B, nondissipating, certified by curing compound manufacturer to not interferewith bonding of floor covering.

a. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products thatmay be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:1) BASF Construction Chemicals - Building Systems; Kure-N-Seal WB.2) Conspec by Dayton Superior; Cure and Seal WB.3) Dayton Superior Corporation; Safe Cure and Seal (J-18).4) Euclid Chemical Company (The), an RPM company; Aqua

Cure VOX; Clearseal WB 150.5) L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc.; Dress & Seal WB.6) Meadows, W. R., Inc.; Vocomp-20.7) Symons by Dayton Superior; Cure & Seal 18 Percent E.

3. Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing Compound: ASTM C 309, Type 1,Class B, 18 to 25 percent solids, nondissipating, certified by curing compoundmanufacturer to not interfere with bonding of floor covering.

a. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products thatmay be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:1) BASF Construction Chemicals - Building Systems; Kure-N-Seal W.2) Conspec by Dayton Superior; High Seal.3) Dayton Superior Corporation; Safe Cure and Seal (J-19).4) Euclid Chemical Company (The), an RPM company; Diamond

Clear VOX; Clearseal WB STD.5) L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc.; Dress & Seal WB.6) Meadows, W. R., Inc.; Vocomp-20.7) Symons by Dayton Superior; Cure & Seal 18 Percent E.

4. Clear, Solvent-Borne, Membrane-Forming Curing and Sealing Compound: ASTMC 1315, Type 1, Class A.

a. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products thatmay be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:1) BASF Construction Chemicals - Building Systems; Kure-N-

Seal 25 LV.

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2) Conspec by Dayton Superior; Sealcure 1315.3) Dayton Superior Corporation; Day-Chem Cure and Seal (J-22UV).4) Euclid Chemical Company (The), an RPM company; Super Diamond

Clear; LusterSeal 300.5) L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc.; Lumiseal Plus.6) Meadows, W. R., Inc.; CS-309/30.

5. Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing and Sealing Compound:ASTM C 1315, Type 1, Class A.

a. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products thatmay be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:1) BASF Construction Chemicals - Building Systems; Kure 1315.2) Conspec by Dayton Superior; Sealcure 1315 WB.3) Euclid Chemical Company (The), an RPM company; Super Diamond

Clear VOX; LusterSeal WB 300.4) L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc.; Lumiseal WB Plus.5) Meadows, W. R., Inc.; Vocomp-30.6) Symons by Dayton Superior; Cure & Seal 31 Percent E.

2.9 RELATED MATERIALS

B. Abrasive Admixture (for stair pan concrete tread surface): Aluminum oxide grit. Surfaceapplied.

C. Expansion- and Isolation-Joint-Filler Strips: ASTM D 1751, asphalt-saturated cellulosic fiber.

D. Bonding Agent: ASTM C 1059/C 1059M, Type II, non-redispersible, acrylic emulsion orstyrene butadiene.

E. Epoxy Bonding Adhesive: ASTM C 881, two-component epoxy resin, capable of humidcuring and bonding to damp surfaces, of class suitable for application temperature and ofgrade to suit requirements, and as follows:1. Types IV and V, load bearing, for bonding hardened or freshly mixed concrete to

hardened concrete.

2.10 CONCRETE MIXTURES

A. Prepare design mixtures for each type and strength of concrete, proportioned on the basisof laboratory trial mixture or field test data, or both, according to ACI 301 (ACI301M).1. Use a qualified independent testing agency for preparing and reporting proposed

mixture designs based on laboratory trial mixtures.

B. Admixtures: Use admixtures according to manufacturer's written instructions.1. Use water-reducing, high-range water-reducing or plasticizing admixture in

concrete, as required, for placement and workability.2. Use water-reducing and -retarding admixture when required by high temperatures,

low humidity, or other adverse placement conditions.

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3. Use water-reducing admixture in pumped concrete, concrete for heavy-use industrialslabs and parking structure slabs, concrete required to be watertight, and concretewith a w/c ratio below 0.50.

C. Use a qualified independent testing agency for preparing and reporting proposed mixdesigns for the laboratory trial mix basis.

D. Design mixes to provide normal weight concrete with the following properties, unlessotherwise indicated:-1. Minimum Compressive Strength: 4,000 psi at 28 days.2. Maximum Water-Cementitious Materials Ratio: 0.45.3. Air Content: 5.5 percent, plus or minus 1.5 percent at point of delivery for 1-1/2-

inch (38-mm) nominal maximum aggregate size.

E. Slump Limits: Unless indicated otherwise, proportion and design mixes to result in concreteslump at point of placement as follows:1. Ramps, slabs, and sloping surfaces: Not more than 3 inches.2. Reinforced foundation systems: Not less than 3 inches (76 mm) and not more than 5

inches (127 mm).3. Concrete containing high-range water-reducing admixture (superplasticizer): Not more

than 8 inches (203 mm) after adding admixture to site-verified 2-to-3-inch (51-76 mm)slump concrete.

4. Other concrete: Not more than 5 inches (127 mm).

2.11 FABRICATING REINFORCEMENT

A. Fabricate steel reinforcement according to CRSI's "Manual of Standard Practice."

2.12 CONCRETE MIXING

A. Ready-Mixed Concrete: Measure, batch, mix, and deliver concrete according to ASTMC 94/C 94M and ASTM C 1116/C 1116M, and furnish batch ticket information.1. When air temperature is between 85 and 90 deg F (30 and 32 deg C), reduce mixing

and delivery time from 1-1/2 hours to 75 minutes; when air temperature is above 90deg F (32 deg C), reduce mixing and delivery time to 60 minutes.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FORMWORK INSTALLATION

A. Design, erect, shore, brace, and maintain formwork, according to ACI 301 (ACI 301M), tosupport vertical, lateral, static, and dynamic loads, and construction loads that might beapplied, until structure can support such loads.

B. Construct formwork so concrete members and structures are of size, shape, alignment,elevation, and position indicated, within tolerance limits of ACI 117 (ACI 117M).

C. Construct forms tight enough to prevent loss of concrete mortar.

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D. Construct forms for easy removal without hammering or prying against concrete surfaces.Provide crush or wrecking plates where stripping may damage cast-concrete surfaces.Provide top forms for inclined surfaces steeper than 1.5 horizontal to 1 vertical.1. Install keyways, reglets, recesses, and the like, for easy removal.2. Do not use rust-stained steel form-facing material.

E. Set edge forms, bulkheads, and intermediate screed strips for slabs to achieve requiredelevations and slopes in finished concrete surfaces. Provide and secure units to supportscreed strips; use strike-off templates or compacting-type screeds.

F. Provide temporary openings for cleanouts and inspection ports where interior area offormwork is inaccessible. Close openings with panels tightly fitted to forms and securelybraced to prevent loss of concrete mortar. Locate temporary openings in forms atinconspicuous locations.

G. Chamfer exterior corners and edges of permanently exposed concrete.

H. Form openings, chases, offsets, sinkages, keyways, reglets, blocking, screeds, andbulkheads required in the Work. Determine sizes and locations from trades providing suchitems.

I. Clean forms and adjacent surfaces to receive concrete. Remove chips, wood, sawdust, dirt,and other debris just before placing concrete.

J. Retighten forms and bracing before placing concrete, as required, to prevent mortar leaksand maintain proper alignment.

K. Coat contact surfaces of forms with form-release agent, according to manufacturer's writteninstructions, before placing reinforcement.

L. Earth forming of footings, grade beams and similar "in-ground" concrete will be allowed if:1. The soil is stable enough to stand at an approximately vertical plane for the depth of

the structural members to occupy the excavation.2. Those surfaces to be exposed in the completed structure shall be formed with

plywood above a plane located 6 inches (152 mm) below finished grade.3. Over-excavations or cave-ins shall be filled with concrete.4. 3 inches (76 mm) clearance is maintained to reinforcing steel from earth formed

surfaces.

M. Dry Bottoms: Provide 2-inch thick dry bottoms under footings, grade beams and similar "in-ground" concrete.

3.2 EMBEDDED ITEMS

A. Place and secure anchorage devices and other embedded items required for adjoining workthat is attached to or supported by cast-in-place concrete. Use setting drawings, templates,diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.1. Install anchor rods, accurately located, to elevations required and complying with

tolerances in Section 7.5 of AISC 303.

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2. Install reglets to receive waterproofing and to receive through-wall flashings in outerface of concrete frame at exterior walls, where flashing is shown at lintels, shelfangles, and other conditions.

3. Install dovetail anchor slots in concrete structures as indicated.

3.3 REMOVING AND REUSING FORMS

A. General: Formwork for sides of beams, walls, columns, and similar parts of the Work thatdoes not support weight of concrete may be removed after cumulatively curing at notless than 50 deg F (10 deg C) for 24 hours after placing concrete. Concrete has to behard enough to not be damaged by form-removal operations, and curing and protectionoperations need to be maintained.1. Leave formwork for slabs, and other structural elements that support weight of

concrete in place until concrete has achieved at least 70 percent of its 28-day designcompressive strength.

2. Remove forms only if shores have been arranged to permit removal of forms withoutloosening or disturbing shores.

B. Clean and repair surfaces of forms to be reused in the Work. Split, frayed, delaminated, orotherwise damaged form-facing material are not acceptable for exposed surfaces. Applynew form-release agent.

C. When forms are reused, clean surfaces, remove fins and laitance, and tighten to closejoints. Align and secure joints to avoid offsets. Do not use patched forms for exposedconcrete surfaces unless approved by Architect.

3.4 VAPOR-RETARDER INSTALLATION

A. Sheet Vapor Retarders: Place, protect, and repair sheet vapor retarder according to ASTME 1643 and manufacturer's written instructions.1. Lap joints 6 inches (150 mm) and seal with manufacturer's recommended tape.

B. Bituminous Vapor Retarders: Place, protect, and repair bituminous vapor retarder accordingto manufacturer's written instructions.

3.5 STEEL REINFORCEMENT INSTALLATION

A. General: Comply with CRSI's "Manual of Standard Practice" for fabricating, placing, andsupporting reinforcement.1. Do not cut or puncture vapor retarder. Repair damage and reseal vapor retarder

before placing concrete.

B. Clean reinforcement of loose rust and mill scale, earth, ice, and other foreign materials thatreduce bond to concrete.

C. Accurately position, support, and secure reinforcement against displacement. Locate andsupport reinforcement with bar supports to maintain minimum concrete cover. Do not tackweld crossing reinforcing bars.

D. Set wire ties with ends directed into concrete, not toward exposed concrete surfaces.

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E. Install welded-wire reinforcement in longest practicable lengths on bar supports spaced tominimize sagging. Lap edges and ends of adjoining sheets at least one mesh spacing.Offset laps of adjoining sheet widths to prevent continuous laps in either direction. Laceoverlaps with wire.

F. Zinc-Coated Reinforcement: Repair cut and damaged zinc coatings with zinc repair materialaccording to ASTM A 780/A 780M. Use galvanized-steel wire ties to fasten zinc- coatedsteel reinforcement.

3.6 JOINTS

A. General: Construct joints true to line with faces perpendicular to surface plane of concrete.1. Provide joints indicated in Drawings. If not indicated, submit proposed joint location

plan for approval.

B. Construction Joints: Install so strength and appearance of concrete are not impaired, atlocations indicated or as approved by Architect.1. Place joints perpendicular to main reinforcement. Continue reinforcement across

construction joints unless otherwise indicated. Do not continue reinforcement throughsides of strip placements of floors and slabs.

2. Form keyed joints as indicated. Embed keys at least 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) intoconcrete.

3. Locate joints for slabs in the middle third of spans.4. Use a bonding agent at locations where fresh concrete is placed against hardened or

partially hardened concrete surfaces.5. Use epoxy-bonding adhesive at locations where fresh concrete is placed against

hardened or partially hardened concrete surfaces.

C. Contraction Joints in Slabs-on-Grade: Form weakened-plane contraction joints, sectioningconcrete into areas as indicated. Construct contraction joints for a depth equal to at leastone-fourth of concrete thickness as follows:1. Grooved Joints: Form contraction joints after initial floating by grooving and finishing

each edge of joint to a radius of 1/8 inch (3.2 mm). Repeat grooving of contractionjoints after applying surface finishes. Eliminate grooved tool marks on concretesurfaces.

2. Sawed Joints: Form contraction joints with power saws equipped with shatterproofabrasive or diamond-rimmed blades. Cut 1/8-inch- (3.2-mm-) wide joints into concretewhen cutting action does not tear, abrade, or otherwise damage surface and beforeconcrete develops random contraction cracks.

D. Isolation Joints in Slabs-on-Grade: After removing formwork, install joint-filler strips at slabjunctions with vertical surfaces, such as column pedestals, foundation walls, grade beams,and other locations, as indicated.1. Extend joint-filler strips full width and depth of joint, terminating flush with finished

concrete surface unless otherwise indicated.2. Terminate full-width joint-filler strips not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) or more than 1

inch (25 mm) below finished concrete surface where joint sealants, specified inSection 079200 "Joint Sealants," are indicated.

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3. Install joint-filler strips in lengths as long as practicable. Where more than onelength is required, lace or clip sections together.

E. Doweled Joints: Install dowel bars and support assemblies at joints where indicated.Lubricate or asphalt coat one-half of dowel length to prevent concrete bonding to one sideof joint.

3.7 CONCRETE PLACEMENT

A. Before placing concrete, verify that installation of formwork, reinforcement, and embeddeditems is complete and that required inspections are completed.

B. Before test sampling and placing concrete, water may be added at Project site, subject tolimitations of ACI 301 (ACI 301M).1. Do not add water to concrete after adding high-range water-reducing admixtures to

mixture.

C. Deposit concrete continuously in one layer or in horizontal layers of such thickness that nonew concrete is placed on concrete that has hardened enough to cause seams or planes ofweakness. If a section cannot be placed continuously, provide construction joints asindicated. Deposit concrete to avoid segregation.1. Deposit concrete in horizontal layers of depth not to exceed formwork design

pressures and in a manner to avoid inclined construction joints.2. Consolidate placed concrete with mechanical vibrating equipment according to ACI

301 (ACI 301M).3. Do not use vibrators to transport concrete inside forms. Insert and withdraw vibrators

vertically at uniformly spaced locations to rapidly penetrate placed layer and at least 6inches (150 mm) into preceding layer. Do not insert vibrators into lower layers ofconcrete that have begun to lose plasticity. At each insertion, limit duration of vibrationto time necessary to consolidate concrete and complete embedment of reinforcementand other embedded items without causing mixture constituents to segregate.

D. Deposit and consolidate concrete for floors and slabs in a continuous operation, within limitsof construction joints, until placement of a panel or section is complete.1. Consolidate concrete during placement operations, so concrete is thoroughly

worked around reinforcement and other embedded items and into corners.2. Maintain reinforcement in position on chairs during concrete placement.3. Screed slab surfaces with a straightedge and strike off to correct elevations.4. Slope surfaces uniformly to drains where required.5. Begin initial floating using bull floats or darbies to form a uniform and open-textured

surface plane, before excess bleedwater appears on the surface. Do not furtherdisturb slab surfaces before starting finishing operations.

E. Dusting surface(s) of concrete to remove water or for any other purpose is not acceptable.

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3.8 FINISHING FORMED SURFACES

A. Rough-Formed Finish: As-cast concrete texture imparted by form-facing material with tieholes and defects repaired and patched. Remove fins and other projections that exceedspecified limits on formed-surface irregularities.1. Apply to concrete surfaces [not exposed to public view] <Insert locations>.

B. Smooth-Formed Finish: As-cast concrete texture imparted by form-facing material,arranged in an orderly and symmetrical manner with a minimum of seams. Repair andpatch tie holes and defects. Remove fins and other projections that exceed specified limitson formed-surface irregularities.1. Apply to concrete surfaces exposed to public view, to receive a rubbed finish, or to be

covered with a coating or covering material applied directly to concrete.

C. Rubbed Finish: Apply the following to smooth-formed-finished as-cast concrete whereindicated:1. Grout-Cleaned Finish: Wet concrete surfaces and apply grout of a consistency of

thick paint to coat surfaces and fill small holes. Mix 1 part portland cement to 1-1/2parts fine sand with a 1:1 mixture of bonding admixture and water. Add white portlandcement in amounts determined by trial patches, so color of dry grout matches adjacentsurfaces. Scrub grout into voids and remove excess grout. When grout whitens, rubsurface with clean burlap and keep surface damp by fog spray for at least 36 hours.

D. Related Unformed Surfaces: At tops of walls, horizontal offsets, and similar unformedsurfaces adjacent to formed surfaces, strike off smooth and finish with a texturematching adjacent formed surfaces. Continue final surface treatment of formed surfacesuniformly across adjacent unformed surfaces unless otherwise indicated.

3.9 FINISHING FLOORS AND SLABS

A. General: Comply with ACI 302.1R recommendations for screeding, restraightening, andfinishing operations for concrete surfaces. Do not wet concrete surfaces.

B. Scratch Finish: While still plastic, texture concrete surface that has been screeded and bull-floated or darbied. Use stiff brushes, brooms, or rakes to produce a profile amplitude of 1/4inch (6 mm) in one direction.1. Apply scratch finish to surfaces indicated and to receive mortar setting beds for

bonded cementitious floor finishes.

C. Trowel Finish: After applying float finish, apply first troweling and consolidate concrete byhand or power-driven trowel. Continue troweling passes and restraighten until surface isfree of trowel marks and uniform in texture and appearance. Grind smooth any surfacedefects that would telegraph through applied coatings or floor coverings.1. Apply a trowel finish to surfaces indicated, exposed to view or to be covered with

resilient flooring, carpet, ceramic tile set over a cleavage membrane, paint, or anotherthin-film-finish coating system.

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2. Finish and measure surface, so gap at any point between concrete surface and anunleveled, freestanding, 10-ft.- (3.05-m-) long straightedge resting on two high spotsand placed anywhere on the surface does not exceed 1/8 inch (3.2 mm).

D. Trowel and Fine-Broom Finish: Apply a first trowel finish to surfaces where ceramic tile isto be installed by either thickset or thinset method. While concrete is still plastic, slightlyscarify surface with a fine broom.1. Comply with flatness and levelness tolerances for trowel-finished floor surfaces.

E. Broom Finish: Apply broom finish to exterior concrete platforms, steps, ramps, andelsewhere as indicated.1. Immediately after float finishing, slightly roughen trafficked surface by brooming

with fiber-bristle broom perpendicular to main traffic route.

3.10 MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE ITEM INSTALLATION

A. Filling In: Fill in holes and openings left in concrete structures after work of other trades isin place unless otherwise indicated. Mix, place, and cure concrete, as specified, to blendwith in-place construction. Provide other miscellaneous concrete filling indicated or requiredto complete the Work.

B. Curbs: Provide monolithic finish to interior curbs by stripping forms while concrete is stillgreen and by steel-troweling surfaces to a hard, dense finish with corners, intersections,and terminations slightly rounded.

C. Equipment Bases and Foundations:1. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipmentprovided.2. Construct concrete bases 6 inches (150 mm) high unless otherwise indicated, and

extend base not less than 6 inches (150 mm) in each direction beyond the maximumdimensions of supported equipment unless otherwise indicated or unless required forseismic anchor support.

3. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwiseindicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeterof concrete base.

4. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend throughconcrete base and anchor into structural concrete substrate.

5. Prior to pouring concrete, place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings,templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to beembedded.

6. Cast anchor-bolt insert into bases. Install anchor bolts to elevations required forproper attachment to supported equipment.

3.11 CONCRETE PROTECTING AND CURING

A. General: Protect freshly placed concrete from premature drying and excessive cold or hottemperatures. Comply with ACI 306.1 for cold-weather protection and ACI 301 (ACI 301M)for hot-weather protection during curing.

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B. Evaporation Retarder: Apply evaporation retarder to unformed concrete surfaces if hot, dry,or windy conditions cause moisture loss approaching 0.2 lb/sq. ft. x h (1 kg/sq. m xh) before and during finishing operations. Apply according to manufacturer's writteninstructions after placing, screeding, and bull floating or darbying concrete, but beforefloat finishing.

C. Formed Surfaces: Cure formed concrete surfaces, including underside of beams, supportedslabs, and other similar surfaces. If forms remain during curing period, moist cure afterloosening forms. If removing forms before end of curing period, continue curing forremainder of curing period.

D. Unformed Surfaces: Begin curing immediately after finishing concrete. Cure unformedsurfaces, including floors and slabs, concrete floor toppings, and other surfaces.

E. Cure concrete according to ACI 308.1, by one or a combination of the following methods:1. Moisture Curing: Keep surfaces continuously moist for not less than seven days with

the following materials:a. Water.b. Continuous water-fog spray.c. Absorptive cover, water saturated, and kept continuously wet. Cover concrete

surfaces and edges with 12-inch (300-mm) lap over adjacent absorptivecovers.

2. Moisture-Retaining-Cover Curing: Cover concrete surfaces with moisture-retainingcover for curing concrete, placed in widest practicable width, with sides and endslapped at least 12 inches (300 mm), and sealed by waterproof tape or adhesive. Curefor not less than seven days. Immediately repair any holes or tears during curingperiod, using cover material and waterproof tape.

a. Moisture cure or use moisture-retaining covers to cure concrete surfaces toreceive floor coverings.

b. Moisture cure or use moisture-retaining covers to cure concrete surfaces toreceive penetrating liquid floor treatments.

c. Cure concrete surfaces to receive floor coverings with either a moisture-retaining cover or a curing compound that the manufacturer certifies does notinterfere with bonding of floor covering used on Project.

3. Curing Compound: Apply uniformly in continuous operation by power spray or rolleraccording to manufacturer's written instructions. Recoat areas subjected to heavyrainfall within three hours after initial application. Maintain continuity of coating andrepair damage during curing period.

a. Removal: After curing period has elapsed, remove curing compound withoutdamaging concrete surfaces by method recommended by curing compoundmanufacturer unless manufacturer certifies curing compound does notinterfere with bonding of floor covering used on Project.

4. Curing and Sealing Compound: Apply uniformly to floors and slabs indicated in acontinuous operation by power spray or roller according to manufacturer's writteninstructions. Recoat areas subjected to heavy rainfall within three hours after initialapplication. Repeat process 24 hours later and apply a second coat. Maintaincontinuity of coating and repair damage during curing period.

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3.12 LIQUID FLOOR TREATMENT APPLICATION

A. Penetrating Liquid Floor Treatment: Prepare, apply, and finish penetrating liquid floortreatment according to manufacturer's written instructions.1. Remove curing compounds, sealers, oil, dirt, laitance, and other contaminants and

complete surface repairs.2. Apply liquid until surface is saturated, scrubbing into surface until a gel forms; rewet;

and repeat brooming or scrubbing. Rinse with water; remove excess material untilsurface is dry. Apply a second coat in a similar manner if surface is rough or porous.

3.13 CONCRETE SURFACEREPAIRS

A. Defective Concrete: Repair and patch defective areas when approved by Architect. Removeand replace concrete that cannot be repaired and patched to Architect's approval.

B. Patching Mortar: Mix dry-pack patching mortar, consisting of 1 part portland cement to 2- 1/2parts fine aggregate passing a No. 16 (1.18-mm) sieve, using only enough water forhandling and placing.

C. Repairing Formed Surfaces: Surface defects include color and texture irregularities, cracks,spalls, air bubbles, honeycombs, rock pockets, fins and other projections on the surface,and stains and other discolorations that cannot be removed by cleaning.1. Immediately after form removal, cut out honeycombs, rock pockets, and voids more

than 1/2 inch (13 mm) in any dimension to solid concrete. Limit cut depth to 3/4 inch(19 mm). Make edges of cuts perpendicular to concrete surface. Clean, dampen withwater, and brush-coat holes and voids with bonding agent. Fill and compact withpatching mortar before bonding agent has dried. Fill form-tie voids with patchingmortar or cone plugs secured in place with bonding agent.

2. Repair defects on surfaces exposed to view by blending white portland cement andstandard portland cement so that, when dry, patching mortar matches surroundingcolor. Patch a test area at inconspicuous locations to verify mixture and color matchbefore proceeding with patching. Compact mortar in place and strike off slightly higherthan surrounding surface.

3. Repair defects on concealed formed surfaces that affect concrete's durability andstructural performance as determined by Architect.

D. Repairing Unformed Surfaces: Test unformed surfaces, such as floors and slabs, for finishand verify surface tolerances specified for each surface. Correct low and high areas. Testsurfaces sloped to drain for trueness of slope and smoothness; use a sloped template.1. Repair finished surfaces containing defects. Surface defects include spalls, popouts,

honeycombs, rock pockets, crazing and cracks in excess of 0.01 inch (0.25 mm)wide or that penetrate to reinforcement or completely through unreinforced sectionsregardless of width, and other objectionable conditions.

2. After concrete has cured at least 14 days, correct high areas by grinding.

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3. Correct localized low areas during or immediately after completing surface finishingoperations by cutting out low areas and replacing with patching mortar. Finish repairedareas to blend into adjacent concrete.

4. Correct other low areas scheduled to receive floor coverings with a repairunderlayment. Prepare, mix, and apply repair underlayment and primer according tomanufacturer's written instructions to produce a smooth, uniform, plane, and levelsurface. Feather edges to match adjacent floor elevations.

5. Correct other low areas scheduled to remain exposed with a repair topping. Cut outlow areas to ensure a minimum repair topping depth of 1/4 inch (6 mm) to matchadjacent floor elevations. Prepare, mix, and apply repair topping and primer accordingto manufacturer's written instructions to produce a smooth, uniform, plane, and levelsurface.

6. Repair defective areas, except random cracks and single holes 1 inch (25 mm) or lessin diameter, by cutting out and replacing with fresh concrete. Remove defectiveareas with clean, square cuts and expose steel reinforcement with at least a 3/4-inch (19-mm) clearance all around. Dampen concrete surfaces in contact withpatching concrete and apply bonding agent. Mix patching concrete of same materialsand mixture as original concrete, except without coarse aggregate. Place, compact,and finish to blend with adjacent finished concrete. Cure in same manner as adjacentconcrete.

7. Repair random cracks and single holes 1 inch (25 mm) or less in diameter withpatching mortar. Groove top of cracks and cut out holes to sound concrete and cleanoff dust, dirt, and loose particles. Dampen cleaned concrete surfaces and applybonding agent. Place patching mortar before bonding agent has dried. Compactpatching mortar and finish to match adjacent concrete. Keep patched areacontinuously moist for at least 72 hours.

E. Perform structural repairs of concrete, subject to Architect's approval, using epoxyadhesive and patching mortar.

F. Repair materials and installation not specified above may be used, subject to Architect'sapproval.

3.14 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Coordinate with testing and inspecting agency to perform field tests and inspections.Owner will engage testing and inspection agency.

B. Inspections:1. Steel reinforcement placement.2. Verification of use of required design mixture.3. Concrete placement, including conveying and depositing.4. Curing procedures and maintenance of curing temperature.5. Verification of concrete strength before removal of shores and forms from beams and

slabs.

C. Concrete Tests: Testing of composite samples of fresh concrete obtained according toASTM C 172/C 172M shall be performed according to the following requirements:

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1. Testing Frequency: Obtain one composite sample for each day's pour of eachconcrete mixture exceeding 5 cu. yd. (4 cu. m), but less than 25 cu. yd. (19 cu. m),plus one set for each additional 50 cu. yd. (38 cu. m) or fraction thereof.

a. When frequency of testing provides fewer than five compressive-strengthtests for each concrete mixture, testing shall be conducted from at leastfiverandomly selected batches or from each batch if fewer than five are used.

2. Slump: ASTM C 143/C 143M; one test at point of placement for each compositesample, but not less than one test for each day's pour of each concrete mixture.Perform additional tests when concrete consistency appears to change.

3. Air Content: ASTM C 231/C 231M, pressure method, for normal-weight concrete; onetest for each composite sample, but not less than one test for each day's pour ofeach concrete mixture.

4. Concrete Temperature: ASTM C 1064/C 1064M; one test hourly when air temperatureis 40 deg F (4.4 deg C) and below or 80 deg F (27 deg C) and above, and one test foreach composite sample.

5. Compression Test Specimens: ASTM C 31/C 31M.a. Cast and laboratory cure two sets of two standard cylinder specimens for

each composite sample.6. Compressive-Strength Tests: ASTM C 39/C 39M; test one set of two laboratory- cured

specimens at 7 days and one set of two specimens at 28 days.a. Test one set of two field-cured specimens at 7 days and one set of two

specimens at 28 days.b. A compressive-strength test shall be the average compressive strength from

a set of two specimens obtained from same composite sample and tested atage indicated.

7. Strength of each concrete mixture will be satisfactory if every average of any threeconsecutive compressive-strength tests equals or exceeds specified compressivestrength and no compressive-strength test value falls below specified compressivestrength by more than 500 psi (3.4 MPa).

8. Test results shall be reported in writing to Architect, concrete manufacturer, andContractor within 48 hours of testing. Reports of compressive-strength tests shallcontain Project identification name and number, date of concrete placement, name ofconcrete testing and inspecting agency, location of concrete batch in Work, designcompressive strength at 28 days, concrete mixture proportions and materials,compressive breaking strength, and type of break for both 7- and 28-day tests.

9. Nondestructive Testing: Impact hammer, sonoscope, or other nondestructive devicemay be permitted by Architect but will not be used as sole basis for approval orrejection of concrete.

10. Additional Tests: Testing and inspecting agency shall make additional tests of concretewhen test results indicate that slump, air entrainment, compressive strengths, or otherrequirements have not been met, as directed by Architect. Testing and inspectingagency may conduct tests to determine adequacy of concrete by cored cylinderscomplying with ASTM C 42/C 42M or by other methods as directed by Architect.

11. Additional testing and inspecting, at Contractor's expense, will be performed todetermine compliance of replaced or additional work with specified requirements.

12. Correct deficiencies in the Work that test reports and inspections indicate do notcomply with the Contract Documents.

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3.15 PROTECTION OF LIQUID FLOOR TREATMENTS

A. Protect liquid floor treatment from damage and wear during the remainder of constructionperiod. Use protective methods and materials, including temporary covering,recommended in writing by liquid floor treatments installer.

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SECTION 31 66 13 HELICAL PILES AND HELICAL ANCHORS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 Description

This work pertains to furnishing and installing Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Bracket Assemblies shown in the Contract in accordance with the Drawings and this specification. Each Helical Pile and Helical Anchor shall be installed at the location and to the elevation, minimum length, installation torque, and allowable capacities shown on the Plans or as established. This work also pertains to load testing and pre-loading Helical Piles and Helical Anchors (if required on the Drawings).

1.02 Related Work

Section 31 23 33 Trenching, Backfilling and Compacting Section 31 23 00 Excavation and Fill

1.03 Referenced Codes and Standards

This specification is based on nationally recognized codes and standards including the references listed below. In case of a conflict between the reference and this specification, this specification shall govern.

A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

1. ASTM A36/A36M Structural Steel2. ASTM A123-02 Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized)

Coatings on Iron and Steel Products3. ASTM A153-05 Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot Dip) on Iron

and Steel Hardware4. ASTM A450/A450M-07 Standard Specification for General Requirements

for Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Tubes5. ASTM D1143/D1143M-07 Standard Test Method for Piles Under Static

Axial Compressive Load6. ASTM D3689 Standard Test Method for Individual Piles Under Static Axial

Tensile Load7. ASTM D3966-07 Standard Test Method for Piles Under Lateral Loads

B. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

1. ANSI/ASME Standard B18.2.1-1996, Square and Hex Bolts and Screws,Inch Series

C. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

1. Excavation Safety Guidelines

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D. ICC-Evaluation Services, Inc.:

1. AC358 Acceptance Criteria for Helical Foundation Systems and Devices

E. American Welding Society

1. ANSI/AWS B2.1-00 Standard for Welding Procedure and PerformanceQualification

1.04 Definitions

A. Helical Pile: Manufactured steel foundation with one or more helical bearingplates that is rotated into the ground to support structures.

B. Helical Anchor: Same as a Helical Pile. Term generally used when axial tensionis the primary service load.

C. Engineer: Individual or firm retained by Owner or General Contractor to verifyHelical Pile and Helical Anchor quality assurance with the Contract, theDrawings, and this specification.

D. Allowable Bearing Capacity: Ultimate bearing capacity of the bearing stratumdivided by a factor of safety.

E. Lead Section: The first section of a Helical Pile or Helical Anchor to enter theground. Lead Sections consist of a central shaft with a tapered end and one ormore helical bearing plates affixed to the shaft.

F. Extension Section: Helical Pile or Helical Anchor sections that follow the LeadSection into the ground and extend the Helical Lead to the appropriate depth.Extension Sections consist of a central shaft and may have helical bearing platesaffixed to the shaft.

G. Brackets: Cap plate, angle, thread bar, or other termination device that is boltedor welded to the end of a Helical Pile or Helical Anchor after completion ofinstallation to facilitate attachment to structures or embedment in cast-in-placeconcrete.

H. Augering: Rotation of the shaft with little or no advancement. It can occur whenthe helical bearing plates pass from a relatively soft material into a comparativelyhard material. Augering can also result from insufficient crowd or downwardpressure during installation. In some cases, augering may be (temporarily)necessary in order to grind through an obstruction.

I. Pile Design Professional: Individual or firm responsible for the design of HelicalPiles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets.

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1.05 Qualifications

A. Due to the special requirements for manufacture and quality control of HelicalPiles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets, all Helical Piles, Helical Anchors andBrackets shall be obtained from a company specializing in the manufacturingand distribution of these products.

Manufacturer qualifications for this project shall be submitted to the Engineer forreview not less that seven (7) calendar days prior to the bid date. The submittalshall include:

1. A product catalog and all necessary technical data sufficient to qualify theproposed product substitution.

2. Evidence showing manufacturer has at least ten (10) years experience inthe design and manufacture of Helical Piles and Helical Anchors.

3. Current ICC-ES product evaluation report or complete description ofproduct testing and engineering calculations used to assess productcapacity.

4. Current ISO 9001:2008 certification.

B. Due to the special requirements for installation of Helical Piles, Helical Anchors,and Brackets, all Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets shall be installedby an organization specializing in the installation of those products.

Any Contractor desiring to bid as the Helical Pile and Helical Anchor installer forthis project shall submit a request to the Engineer for review not less than seven(7) calendar days prior to the bid date. The request must include:

1. Evidence the Contractor has completed training in the proper methods ofinstallation of Helical Piles and Helical Anchors and the mounting ofBrackets.

2. A recent company brochure indicating experience in this type of work.3. Evidence of having installed Helical Piles and Helical Anchors on at least

ten (10) projects, including project name, number and type of Helical Pilesor Helical Anchors, project location, and client contact information.

4. Resume of Contractor’s foreman including experience in the oversight ofHelical Pile and Helical Anchor installation on at least five (5) projects inthe last five (5) years, including project name, number and type of HelicalPiles or Helical Anchors installed, project location, and client contactinformation.

5. List of installation and testing equipment and detailed description ofproposed method of installation and load testing Helical Piles and HelicalAnchors (if testing is required).

6. Current ANSI/AWS welding certificate and documentation of welderexperience within the last 5 years (if welding is required).

C. Due to the special requirements for design of Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, andBrackets, all Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets shall be designed by alicensed design professional specialized in the engineering and design of HelicalPiles and Helical Anchors.

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Pile Design Professional’s qualifications shall be submitted to the Engineer for review not less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the bid date. The submittal shall include:

1. The curriculum vitae of the designated Pile Design Professional indicatingat least ten (10) years experience in this type of work as well as graduateeducation in structural and/or geotechnical engineering.

2. Evidence of Pile Design Professional having designed Helical Piles andHelical Anchors on at least ten (10) projects, including project name,number and type of Helical Piles or Helical Anchors, project location, andclient contact information.

3. Professional errors and omissions liability insurance certificate.4. Evidence of current license to practice engineering in the project state.

D. Prior to submitting a bid for the project, written approval to bid must be receivedfrom the Engineer. Engineer shall grant approval based on compliance withspecific criteria herein. The Engineer’s decision is final.

1.06 Submittals

A Contractor shall prepare and submit to the Engineer for review and approval, Shop Drawings and specifications for the Helical Piles and Helical Anchors intended for use on the project at least 14 calendar days prior to planned start of installation. The Shop Drawings shall include the following:

1. Helical Pile and Helical Anchor product identification number(s) anddesignation(s)

2. Maximum allowable mechanical compression and tensile strength of theHelical Piles and Helical Anchors

3. Number of Helical Piles and Helical Anchors and respective designallowable capacities from the Drawings

4. Planned installation depth and the number of lead and extension sections5. Preliminary helical configuration (number and diameter of helical bearing

plates)6. Manufacturer’s recommended capacity to installation torque ratio7. Minimum final installation torque(s)8. Product identification numbers and designations for all Bracket

Assemblies and number and size of connection bolts or concretereinforcing steel detail

9. Corrosion protection coating on Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, andBracket Assemblies

B. Contractor’s Pile Design Professional shall submit to the Engineer designcalculations for the Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets intended for useon the project at least 14 calendar days prior to planned start of installation. TheShop Drawings shall include the following:

1. Reduction in shaft dimension and strength by the sacrificial thicknessanticipated based on corrosion loss over the design life for project soilconditions.

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2. Considerations for downdrag, buckling, and expansive soils (as appropriate).

3. Minimum installation depth to reach bearing stratum and to achieve pullout capacity (if required).

4. Soil bearing and pullout capacity. 5. Lateral resistance of the shaft (if required). 6. Estimated pile head movement at design loads.

C. Contractor shall submit to the Engineer calibration information certified by an

independent testing agency for the torque measurement device and all load testing and monitoring equipment to be used on the project. Calibration information shall have been tested within the last year of the date submitted. Calibration information shall include, but is not limited to, the name of the testing agency, identification number or serial number of device calibrated, and the date of calibration.

D. If load tests or proof load tests are required on the Drawings, the Contractor shall

submit for review and acceptance the proposed load testing procedure. The proposal shall provide the minimum following information:

1. Type and sensitivity of load equipment 2. Type and sensitivity of load measuring equipment 3. Type and sensitivity of pile-head deflection equipment 4. General description of load reaction system, including description of

reaction anchors or bearing plate 5. Calibration reports for equipment, including hydraulic jack, pressure

gauges, and deflection dial gauges

E. Manufacturer shall provide a one year warranty against manufacturing defects on Helical Pile, Helical Anchor, and Bracket products. Any additional warranty provided by the Contractor shall be issued as an addendum to this specification.

F. Work shall not begin until all the submittals have been received and approved by

the Engineer. The Contractor shall allow the Engineer a reasonable number of days to review, comment, and return the submittal package after a complete set has been received. All costs associated with incomplete or unacceptable submittals shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.07 Shipping, Storage, and Handling

A. All Helical Pile, Helical Anchor, and Bracket Assemblies shall be free of structural defects and protected from damage. Store Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Bracket Assemblies on wood pallets or supports to keep from contacting the ground. Damage to materials shall be cause for rejection.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets

A. Unless noted otherwise, it is the Contractor’s Pile Design Professional’s responsibility to select the appropriate size and type of Helical Piles, Helical

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Anchors, and Brackets to support the design loads shown on the Drawings. These specifications and the Drawings provide minimum requirements to aid the Contractor in making appropriate materials selections. The size and number of helical bearing plates must be such that the Helical Piles and Helical Anchors achieve the appropriate torque and capacity in the soils at the site within the minimum and maximum length requirements. Failure to achieve proper torque and capacity shall result in Contractor replacing Helical Piles and Helical Anchors as appropriate to support the required loads. All material replacements shall be acceptable to Engineer.

B. The design strength of the helical bearing plates, shaft connections, Brackets,

and the pile shaft itself shall be sufficient to support the design loads specified on the Drawings times appropriate service load factors. In addition, all Helical Piles and Helical Anchors shall be manufactured to the following criteria.

1. Central Shaft: The central shaft shall consist of a high strength structural

steel tube meeting the requirements of ASTM A513. 2. Helical Bearing Plates: One or more helical bearing plates shall be affixed

to the central shaft. Helical bearing plates shall be attached to central shafts via fillet welds continuous on top and bottom and around the leading edges. Helical bearing plates shall be cold pressed into a near perfect helical shape that when affixed to the central shaft are perpendicular with the central shaft, of uniform pitch, and such that the leading and trailing edges are within 3/8 inch of parallel. Average helical pitch shall be within plus or minus 1/4 inch of the thickness of the helical bearing plate plus 3 inches.

3. Corrosion Protection: Depending on project requirements and soil corrosivity, Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Brackets shall be bare steel, powder coated, or hot-dip galvanized (per ASTM A123 or A153 as applicable).

4. Shaft Connections: The Helical Pile and Helical Anchor shaft connections shall consist of an external sleeve connection or a welded connection. External sleeve connections shall be in-line, straight and rigid and shall have a maximum tolerable slack of 1/16-inch. Welded connections shall consist of a full penetration groove weld all-around the central shaft. Shaft connections shall have a flexural strength at least as great as the shaft itself.

5. Bolts: Bolt holes through the external sleeve and central shaft shall have a diameter that is 1/16th inch greater than the bolt diameter. Bolts and nuts used to join Helical Pile and Helical Anchor sections at the shaft connections shall be bare steel, epoxy coated, or zinc coated to match the corrosion protection used for the central shaft. All Helical Pile and Helical Anchor bolts shall be securely snug tightened.

6. Plug Welds: Alternatively, external sleeve connections may be made using plug welds matching the diameter and number of bolt holes.

7. External sleeve: External sleeve Helical Pile and Helical Anchor shaft connections shall consist of a high strength structural steel tube outer sleeve meeting the requirements of ASTM A513. The outer sleeve shall be welded to the central shaft via a continuous fillet weld all-around. The fillet weld shall have a throat thickness equal to the external sleeve tube thickness.

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C. Helical Piles and Helical Anchors shall be fitted with a manufactured Bracket that

facilitates connection to the structure. Brackets shall be rated for the design loads shown on the Drawings. Brackets shall be affixed to the end of Helical Piles and Helical Anchors via bolts, plug welds, or continuous penetration welds meeting the requirements for shaft connections given previously in these specifications.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 Examination

A. Contractor shall take reasonable effort to locate all utilities and structures above and underground in the area of the Work. Contractor shall pot hole to determine the exact location of underground utilities and buried structures within a distance from a Helical Pile or Helical Anchor equal to three times the maximum helix diameter. Contractor is responsible for protection of utilities and structures shown on the Drawings. Costs of avoiding, relocating, or repair of utilities not shown on Drawings shall be paid by Owner as extra work.

B. Contractor shall review Drawings and soil borings in the Contract Documents to

determine subsurface conditions for sizing and installation of Helical Piles and Helical Anchors. In addition, Contractor shall make a site visit to observe conditions prior to the start of Work.

C. Contractor shall notify Engineer of any condition that would affect proper

installation of Helical Piles and Helical Anchors immediately after the condition is revealed. Contractor shall halt installation work until the matter can be resolved upon mutual satisfaction of Contractor, Owner, and Engineer. Costs associated with construction delays, product substitutions, pile or anchor relocations, or other related costs shall be the responsibility of the Owner if the result of an unforeseen condition that could not be inferred by a reasonable Contractor from the Drawings and Construction Documents.

D. If the number and size of helical bearing plates required for the project is not

shown on the working drawings, the contractor shall have the option of performing subsurface tests using methods subject to the review and acceptance of the Owner. The data collected along with other information pertinent to the project site shall be used to determine the required helical bearing plate configuration.

E. If excavation is required for proper installation of Helical Piles and Helical

Anchors, Contractor shall make safe excavations in accordance with OSHA standards. All excavations greater than 20 feet in depth or not in strict accordance with OSHA standard details shall be designed by a registered design professional specializing in the design of excavations and shoring. The costs of all excavations, shoring, and related design shall be born by the Contractor unless noted otherwise in the Contract.

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F. Contractor shall notify Engineer at least 24 hours prior to installation of Helical Piles or Helical Anchors to schedule quality assurance observations required on the Drawings.

3.02 Installation Equipment

A. Torque Motor: Helical Piles and Helical Anchors should be installed with high torque, low RPM torque motors, which allow the helical plates to advance with minimal soil disturbance. The torque motor shall be hydraulic power driven with clockwise and counter-clockwise rotation capability. The torque motor shall be adjustable with respect to revolutions per minute during installation. Percussion drilling equipment shall not be permitted. The torque motor shall have torque capacity equal to or greater than the minimum final installation torque required for the project. The connection between the torque motor and the installation rig shall have no more than two pivot hinges oriented 90 degrees from each other. Additional hinges promote wobbling and affect lateral capacity.

B. Installation Equipment: The installation equipment shall be capable of applying

adequate crowd and torque simultaneously to ensure normal advancement of the Helical Piles and Helical Anchors. The equipment shall be capable of maintaining proper alignment and position.

C. Drive Tool: The connection between the torque motor and Helical Pile and

Helical Anchor shall be in-line, straight, and rigid, and shall consist of a hexagonal, square, or round kelly bar adapter and helical shaft socket. To ensure proper fit, the drive tool shall be manufactured by the Helical Pile manufacturer and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

D. Connection Pins: The central shaft of the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor shall be

attached to the drive tool by ASME SAE Grade 8 smooth tapered pins matching the number and diameter of the specified shaft connection bolts. The connection pins should be maintained in good condition and safe to operate at all times. The pins should be regularly inspected for wear and deformation. Pins should be replaced with identical pins when worn or damaged.

E. Torque Indicator: A torque indicator shall be used to measure installation torque

during installation. The torque indicator can be an integral part of the installation equipment or externally mounted in-line with the installation tooling. The torque indicator shall be capable of torque measurements with a sensitivity of 500 ft-lb or less. Torque indicators shall have been calibrated within 1-year prior to start of Work. Torque indicators that are an integral part of the installation equipment shall be calibrated on-site. Torque indicators that are mounted in-line with the installation tooling shall be calibrated either on-site or at an appropriately equipped test facility. Indicators that measure torque as a function of hydraulic pressure shall be re-calibrated following any maintenance performed on the torque motor. Torque indicators shall be re-calibrated if, in the opinion of the Engineer, reasonable doubt exists as to the accuracy of the torque measurements.

3.03 Installation Procedures

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A. Unless shown on the Drawings, the number and size of helical blades shall be

determined by the Contractor’s Pile Design Professional in order to achieve the required torque and tensile/bearing capacity for the soil conditions at the site. The ratio of design load to the total area of the helical bearing plates shall not exceed the Allowable Bearing Capacity.

B. Connect the lead section to the Torque Motor using the Drive Tool and

Connection Pins. Position and align the Lead Section at the location and to the inclination shown on the Drawings and crowd the pilot point into the soil. Advance the Lead Section and continue to add Extension Sections to achieve the Termination Criteria. All sections shall be advanced into the soil in a smooth, continuous manner at a rate of rotation between 10 and 40 revolutions per minute. Snug tight all coupling bolts.

C. Constant axial force (crowd) shall be applied while rotating Helical Piles and

Helical Anchors into the ground. The crowd applied shall be sufficient to ensure that the Helical Pile and Helical Anchor advances into the ground a distance equal to at least 80% of the blade pitch per revolution during normal advancement.

D. The manufacturer’s torsional strength rating of the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor

shall not be exceeded during installation.

E. Bolt hole elongation due to torsion of the shaft of a Helical Anchor at the drive tool shall be limited to ¼ inch. Helical Anchors with bolt hole damage exceeding this criterion shall be uninstalled, removed, and discarded.

F. When the Termination Criteria of a Helical Pile or Helical Anchor is obtained, the

Contractor shall adjust the elevation of the top end of the shaft to the elevation shown on the Drawings or as required. This adjustment may consist of cutting off the top of the shaft and drilling new holes to facilitate installation of Brackets to the orientation shown on the Drawings. Alternatively, installation may continue until the final elevation and orientation of the pre-drilled bolt holes are in alignment. Contractor shall not reverse the direction of torque and back-out the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor to obtain the final elevation.

G. The Contractor shall install Brackets in accordance with Helical Pile

manufacturer’s details or as shown on the Drawings.

H. All Helical Pile and Helical Anchor components including the shaft and Bracket shall be isolated from making a direct electrical contact with any concrete reinforcing bars or other non-galvanized metal objects since these contacts may alter corrosion rates.

I. After installation, Helical Anchors shall be pre-tensioned if indicated on the

Drawings.

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3.04 Termination Criteria

A. Helical Piles and Helical Anchors shall be advanced until all of the following criteria are satisfied.

1. Axial capacity is verified by achieving the final installation torque as

shown on the Drawings or as provided by the Pile Design Professional.

2. Minimum depth is obtained. The minimum depth shall be as shown on the Drawings, that which corresponds to the planned bearing stratum, or the depth at which the final installation torque is measured, whichever is greater. In addition, Helical Anchors shall be advanced until the average torque over the last three (3) feet equals or exceeds the required final installation torque.

B. If the torsional strength rating of the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and/or the

maximum torque of the installation equipment has been reached or Augering occurs prior to achieving the minimum depth required, the Contractor shall have the following options:

1. Terminate the installation at the depth obtained subject to the review and

acceptance of the Engineer and Owner.

2. Remove the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and install a new one with fewer and/or smaller diameter helical bearing plates or with dual cutting edge helical bearing plates. The new helical configuration shall be subject to review and acceptance of the Engineer and Owner.

3. Remove the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and pre-drill a 4-inch diameter

pilot hole in the same location and reinstall the anchor/pile.

4. If the obstruction is shallow, remove the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and remove the obstruction by surface excavation. Backfill and compact the resulting excavation and reinstall the anchor/pile.

5. Remove the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and relocate 1-foot to either

side of the installation location subject to the review and acceptance of Engineer and Owner.

6. Reverse the direction of torque, back-out the Helical Pile or Helical

Anchor a distance of 1 to 2 feet and attempt to reinstall by decreasing crowd and Augering through the obstruction.

7. Remove the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and sever the uppermost

helical bearing plate from the Lead Section if more than one helical bearing plate is in use, or reshape the helical bearing plates to create a special tapered edge by cutting with a band saw. Reinstall the anchor or pile with revised helical bearing plate configuration.

C. If the final installation torque is not achieved at the contract length, the

Contractor shall have the following options:

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1. Until the maximum depth is achieved (if any), install the Helical Pile or

Helical Anchor deeper using additional Extension Sections.

2. Remove the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and install a new one with additional and/or larger diameter helical bearing plates.

3. Decrease the rated load capacity of the Helical Pile or Helical Anchor and

install additional Helical Piles or Helical Anchors. The rated capacity and additional unit location shall be subject to the review and acceptance of the Engineer and Owner.

3.05 Allowable Tolerances

A. Helical Piles and Helical Anchors shall be installed as close to the specified installation and orientation angles as possible. Tolerance for departure from installation and orientation angles shall be +/- 5 degrees.

B. Helical Piles, Helical Anchors, and Bracket Assemblies shall be installed at the

locations and to the elevations shown on the Plans. Tolerances for Bracket Assembly placement shall be +/- 1 inch in both directions perpendicular to the shaft and +/- 1/4 inch in a direction parallel with the shaft unless otherwise specified.

3.06 Quality Assurance

A. The Contractor shall provide the Engineer and Owner copies of installation records within 48 hours after each installation is completed. These installation records shall include, but are not limited to, the following information:

1. Name of project and Contractor

2. Name of Contractor’s supervisor during installation

3. Date and time of installation

4. Name and model of installation equipment

5. Type of torque indicator used

6. Location of Helical Pile or Helical Anchor by grid location, diagram, or

assigned identification number

7. Type and configuration of Lead Section with length of shaft and number and size of helical bearing plates

8. Type and configuration of Extension Sections with length and number and

size of helical bearing plates, if any

9. Installation duration and observations

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10. Total length installed

11. Final elevation of top of shaft and cut-off length, if any

12. Final plumbness or inclination of shaft

13. Installation torque at minimum three-foot depth intervals

14. Final installation torque

15. Comments pertaining to interruptions, obstructions, or other relevant information

16. Verified axial load capacity

B. Unless specified otherwise on the Drawings or by local codes, the Engineer, the

Pile Design Professional, or an inspection agency accepted by the Engineer shall observe and document at least 10 percent of Helical Pile and Helical Anchor installations.

3.07 Load Testing

A. Helical Pile Compression Tests

1. Contractor shall perform the number of compression tests shown on the Drawings, if any

2. Compression tests shall be performed following the “quick test” procedure described in ASTM D1143 specifications

3. Load tests shall be observed and documented by the Engineer 4. Unless otherwise shown on the Drawings, the maximum test load shall be

200% of the allowable load shown on the Drawings 5. The locations of Helical Piles to be tested shall be determined by the

Contractor, unless noted on the Drawings 6. Installation methods, procedures, equipment, products, and final

installation torque shall be identical to the production Helical Piles to the extent practical except where otherwise approved by the Owner or Engineer

7. A load test shall be deemed acceptable provided the maximum test load is applied without Helical Pile failure and the deflection of the pile head at the design load is less than 1-inch unless noted otherwise on the Drawings. Failure is defined when continuous jacking is required to maintain the load.

B. Helical Anchor Tension Tests

1. Contractor shall perform the number of proof load tests shown on the

Drawings, if any 2. Proof load tests shall be performed following the procedure described in

ASTM D3689 specifications 3. Proof load tests shall be observed and documented by the Engineer

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4. Unless otherwise shown on the Drawings, the maximum test load shall be 150% of the allowable load shown on the Drawings

5. The locations of Helical Anchors to be tested shall be determined by the Contractor, unless shown on the Drawings

6. Installation methods, procedures, equipment, products, and final installation torque shall be identical to the production anchors to the extent practical except where otherwise approved by the Owner or Engineer

7. A proof load test shall be deemed acceptable provided the maximum test load is applied without helical anchor failure. Failure is when continuous jacking is required to maintain the load.

C. Helical Pile Lateral Load Tests

1. Contractor shall perform the number of lateral load tests shown on the

Drawings, if any 2. Lateral load tests shall be performed following the “free head” procedure

described in ASTM D3966 specifications 3. Lateral load tests shall be observed and documented by the Engineer 4. Unless otherwise shown on the Drawings, the maximum test load shall be

200% of the allowable lateral load shown on the Drawings 5. The locations of test Helical Piles shall be determined by the Contractor,

unless shown on the Drawings 6. Installation methods, procedures, equipment, products, and final installation

torque shall be identical to the production piles to the extent practical except where otherwise approved by the Owner or Engineer

7. A lateral load test shall be deemed acceptable provided the lateral deflection of the pile head measured at the ground surface at the maximum test load is equal to or less than 1-inch.

D. If a load test fails the forgoing acceptance criteria, the Contractor shall modify the

Helical Pile or Helical Anchor design and/or installation methods and retest the modified pile or anchor, as directed by the Owner or Engineer. These modifications include, but are not limited to, de-rating the load capacity, modifying the installation methods and equipment, increasing the minimum final installation torque, changing the helical configuration, or changing the product (i.e., duty). Modifications that require changes to the structure shall have prior review and acceptance of the Owner. Any modifications of design or construction procedures, and any retesting required shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

E. The Contractor shall provide the Owner and Engineer copies of load test reports

confirming configuration and construction details within 1 week after completion of the load tests. This written documentation will either confirm the load capacity as required on the working drawings or propose changes based upon the results of the tests. At a minimum, the documentation shall include:

1. Name of project and Contractor

2. Date, time, and duration of test

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3. Location of test Helical Pile or Helical Anchor by grid location, diagram, orassigned identification number

4. Test procedure (ASTM D1143, D3689, or D3966)

5. List of any deviations from procedure

6. Description of calibrated testing equipment and test set-up

7. Type and configuration of Helical Pile or Helical Anchor including leadsection, number and type of extension sections, and manufacturer’sproduct identification numbers

8. Load steps and duration of each load increment

9. Cumulative pile-head movement at each load step

10. Comments pertaining to test procedure, equipment adjustments, or otherrelevant information

PART 4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.01 Helical Piles, Helical Anchors and Bracket Assemblies

A. Per Unit: Payment will be at a per unit price with one unit consisting of the labor,equipment, and materials required to furnish and install a Helical Pile or HelicalAnchor and associated Bracket at the location and to the elevation, orientation,inclination, length, and capacity shown in the Drawings. Unless established inthe Contract, there shall be no payment for additional Helical Pile or HelicalAnchor length.

B. Per Load Test: Payment will be at a per unit price with one unit consisting of thelabor, equipment, and materials required to perform each required load test.

END OF SPECIFICATION

NOTE: Because Magnum has a policy of continuous product improvement, we reserve the right to change design and specifications without notice.

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Sump Pump

1.01 GENERAL:

The contractor shall provide labor, material, equipment, and incidentals required to provide 1 (QTY) centrifugal pumps as

specified herein. The pump models covered in this specification are ELV Series single phase pumps. The pump furnished for

this application shall be model _ELV_250____________as manufactured by Liberty pumps or Approved Equal.

2.01 OPERATING CONDITIONS:

Each submersible pump shall be rated for _1/3___hp, _115____ volts, single phase, 60 Hz, & 3450 RPM. The unit shall produce

_50____G.P.M. at __23____ feet of total dynamic head.

The submersible pump shall be capable of handling water with _____ solid handling capability. The submersible pump shall

have a maximum flow of __45___ GPM @ 5 feet of total dynamic head.

The pump shall be controlled with:

The manual pump is connected to a control which has the ability to prevent oil from being pumped from the vault. This same

control unit will activate an alarm when an oil “film” is detected or when a high water condition exits. The system will continue to

monitor and remove water from the vault even if an oil condition is detected.

3.01 CONSTRUCTION:

Each centrifugal sump pump shall be equal to the Certified ELV-Series pumps as manufactured by Liberty Pumps,

Bergen NY. The castings shall be constructed of class 25 cast iron. The motor housing shall be oil filled to dissipate heat. Air filled

motors shall not be considered equal since they do not properly dissipate heat from the motor. All mating parts shall be machined

and sealed with a Buna-N o-ring. All fasteners exposed to the liquid shall be stainless steel. The motor shall be protected on the

top side with sealed cord entry plate with molded pins to conduct electricity eliminating the ability of water to enter internally

through the cord. The motor shall be protected on the lower side with a unitized ceramic/carbon seal with stainless steel housings

and spring or engineered double lip seal with stainless steel springs. The pump shall be furnished with stainless steel handle.

4.01 ELECTRICAL POWER CORD

The submersible pump shall be supplied with a 25 feet of multiconductor power cord. It shall be cord type YELLOW

UL 16-3 SJEOOW 300V 105°C, capable of continued exposure to the pumped liquid. The power cord shall be sized for the rated

full load amps of the pump in accordance with the National Electric Code. The power cable shall not enter the motor housing

directly but will conduct electricity to the motor by means of a water tight compression fitting cord plate assembly, with molded pins

to conduct electricity. This will eliminate the ability of water to enter internally through the cord, by means of a damaged or wicking

cord.

5.01 MOTORS

Single phase motors shall be oil filled, permanent split capacitor, class B insulated NEMA B design, rated for continuous duty. At

maximum load the winding temperature shall not exceed 130 degrees C unsubmerged. Since air filled motors are not capable of

dissipating heat they shall not be considered equal. The pump motor shall have an integral thermal overload switch in the

windings for protecting the motor. The capacitor circuit shall be mounted internally in the pump.

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6.01 BEARINGS AND SHAFT

An upper sleeve and lower ball bearing shall be required. The lower ball bearing shall be a single ball / race type bearing. Both

bearings shall be permanently lubricated by the oil, which fills the motor housing. The motor shaft shall be made of 300 or 400

series stainless steel.

7.01 SEALS

The pump shall have a unitized carbon / ceramic seal with stainless steel housings and spring, or engineered double lip seal with

stainless steel springs. The motor plate / housing interface shall be sealed with a Buna-N o-ring.

8.01 IMPELLER

The impeller shall be vortex style made of an engineered polymer, with pump out vanes on the back shroud to keep debris away

from the seal area. It shall be threaded to the motor shaft.

9.01 CONTROLS

The control unit has three probes and a float ball switch. The pump will activate when the middle probe contacts water, and will

remain on until the first, longest probe no longer is in contact with water. A high water alarm is activated when third or shortest

probe contacts water. The system will ignore a small film of oil, however larger volumes of oil will be detected when the alarm

probe does not detect water and the float ball activates. The system will continue to operates, removing water not oil from the

vault even when oil has been detected.

10.01 PAINT

The exterior of the casting shall be protected with powder coat paint.

11.01 SUPPORT

The pump shall have cast iron support legs, enabling it to be a free standing unit.

12.01 SERVICEABILITY

Components required for the repair of the pump shall be shipped within a period of 24 hours.

13.01 TESTING

The pump shall have a ground continuity check and the motor chamber shall be Hi-potted to test for electrical integrity, moisture

content and insulation defects. The motor and volute housing shall be pressurized, and an air leak decay test is performed to

ensure integrity of the motor housing. The pump shall be run, voltage current monitored, and the tester checks for noise or other

malfunction.

14.01 QUALITY CONTROL

The pump shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001 certified Facility.

15.01 WARRANTY

Standard limited warranty shall be 3 years.