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All cable shall be 14 AWG fire rated.
Simplex heat detectors, #4098-9407 with 2098-9211 two
wire base.
on Simplex door holder/closer, #2088-Series, floor model.
Simplex tamper switch, #2097-Series.
Simplex panel modification as required.
4ft Simplex ADA visual and audible notifier #4904-9112.
The Contractor shall employ the manufacturer to test the
fire life safety system and certify to Owner, Architect and
so Engineer. Test shall be 100% of all devices .
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3 .07 Finish Operations :
A. After wires are pulled, fixtures, equipment installed, make 40
tests for grounds , insulation, workmanship, and other
qualities as directed, and immediately remedy any defects
that develop under these tests.
B. At the completion of the work the Electrical Contractor i*
shall instruct designated personnel of the Owner , in the
location and operation of all switches, safety devices, time
clocks, etc. +"
C. Adjust, trim and aim all fixtures, motor control, and all
other systems.
D. Clean all reflectors, fixtures housings, lenses and louvers, no
at the completion of the work. Protect finish of fixtures
during installation.
3 .08 Identification:
A. All panels and switches shall be labeled to show the voltage
characteristics within the panel or switch. Labeling shall
be applied and firmly anchored laminated black phenolic
plates with engraved white lettering . Painted lettering
will not be accepted. Magnetic and manual starters shall be
labeled to identify motor served. .�
B. All panels, junction boxes or pull boxes shall be labeled.
C. All circuit breaker panel directories shall be completed,
typewritten and clear in description of the item, area ,
zone, or function served.
3 .09 Grounding:
A. The electrical systems throughout the building shall be
completely grounded in accordance with all applicable codes
and regulations.
3 . 10 Raceways :
A. No surface metal raceway will be allowed. All cabling shall
be concealed.
3.11 Rules and Regulations :
A. The following standards shall be considered minimum
requirements under these Specifications: „f,
1. Massachusetts Electric Code, latest edition.
2. Smith College Standards.
3. Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1971.
4. National Electric Code latest edition.
PART 4 SYSTEMS
A. Fire Alarm System:
1. Provide heat detectors as indicated on the drawings ,
connect to existing floor zones. Extend all indicating
appliance circuits as directed by the manufacturer.
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3.03 Outlet Locations:
A. Determine direction of swing of all doors , install switches
strike side of door.
B. Locate wall outlets at the mounting heights from floor to
bottom of box as noted on the Drawings .
C . Before roughing in outlet boxes , the Electrical Sub-
Contractor shall verify the locations of all outlets with
the Architectural Plans and interior room elevations .
D. In all cases, ceiling outlets shall be coordinated with
other devices or
projections in the ceiling surfaces and the
work of other trades to the end that a symmetrical, neat
appearing arrangement of ceiling outlets and fixtures
*�* results .
E. Where discrepancies occur between the Electrical Plans and
the Architectural Plans and Details , or a doubt exists as to
the exact location of an outlet or fixture , or mounting
heights , the Architect ' s superintendent shall be notified
and a decision obtained before proceeding with the work.
'! 3.04 Clearances:
A. Provide adequate clearance for service and maintenance of
all electrical equipment and reasonably easy access to all
junction boxes , switches and electrical devices.
B . Mount all equipment to provide adequate ventilation and
maximum protection from heat.
3.05 Wire Installation:
A. Protect all insulated conductors from damage to insulation
during pulling operations. Make-up all terminal connections ,
locknuts and fasteners firmly and solidly.
B. Joints or splices in wire shall be made with solderless
pressure type connectors with Bakelite insulation caps with
w. insulation strength equal to or greater than that on the
wire joined.
C. Joints on larger sizes of wire, where permitted, shall be
made with Burndy or equal bronze connectors wrapped with
rubber tape and finish wrapped with black plastic insulation
tape.
3.06 Supports:
A. All electrical equipment, devices , fixtures and conduit
shall be firmly and safely anchored to the building
structures
B. Fixtures and outlets shall be supported from building
structure and independent from suspended ceiling components.
C. Conduit above ceilings shall be supported from building
structural members only.
D. Vertical conduit shall be firmly anchored to adjacent wall
construction.
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shall be keyed alike and 4 milled keys shall be provided. A
framed neatly typed directory shall be provided inside the
door measuring not less than 1 sq. in. per circuit. The .m
directory shall be protected by non-yellowing transparent
plastic cover . Line side connections shall be by bus .
Insulated wire will not be permitted. Panelboards shall be Am
UL listed and labeled and manufactured to NEMA standards .
Breaker and panelboard types shall be as indicated in the
Panel Schedule. Interrupting capacities of breakers given in
Schedule are acceptable minimum . Panelboards shall be 101
manufactured by Square D.
PART 3 EXECUTION ""
3.01 General:
A. The Electrical Contractor shall at all times have a foreman ..
or superintendent of the project authorized to make
decisions and receive instructions exactly as if the
Contractor himself were present . The foreman or
superintendent shall not be removed or replaced without the
express approval of the Architect after construction work
begins .
B. All electrical equipment and work shall be installed in
accordance with the best practice of the trade and in
compliance with applicable codes and standards .
3.02 Code Requirements:
A. The following items shall be installed in accordance with
the provisions of the noted Article numbers of the National
Electrical Code .
1. Rigid metal conduit shall be installed as outlined in
Article 346 .
2. Greenfield shall be installed as outlined in Article
350 .
3 . Conductors shall be installed as outlined in Article
310 , Article 210 , and Article 725. .�.
4 . MC Cable shall be installed as outlined in Article 334 .
5. Outlets , junction boxes and fittings shall be installed
as outlined in Article 370.
6. Switches shall be installed as outlined in Article 380 .
7 . Panelboard and circuit breakers shall be installed as
outlined in Article 384 .
8 . Receptacles shall be installed as outlined in Article
210 .
9. Lighting fixtures shall be installed as outlined in
Article 410 .
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E. All fluorescent fixtures shall have T12 lamps and Energy
Saving ballasts , E.T.L. certified, 32 watt fluorescent lamps
r to be 4100k , Coolwhite . Lamps to be manufactured by
Sylvania.
F. All H. I.D. fixtures to have coated color corrected lamps and
high power factor constant wattage ballasts . Lamps to be
manufactured by Sylvania.
G. Provide all lighting fixtures as shown on the Drawings .
Fixture types are denoted by letters alongside the outlets
shown on the Plans and the particular type of fixture for
each letter is described in the schedule.
H. Fixtures shall be as scheduled on Drawing.
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2.06 Panelboard:
A. Panelboard shall be of the circuit breaker type , NQOD
breakers bolted to the bus . Breakers shall be
thermal/ma/magnetic type.ype. Tie handles will not be accepted.
Bus sequence shall start at top left phase bus of the
interior for both top and bottom fed panels . Provisions or
spaces for future breakers shall be located at bottom of
panel and be fully bussed complete with all necessary
mounting hardware less the breaker. Locate next to each
breaker space or provision, an individual number tag with an
engraved or depressed number. Numbering tape , painted number
or use of more than one number per breaker will not be
permitted. Riveted to the trim pan under the door shall be a metal nameplate listing the name of
panel manufacturer,
shop order number , panel type , system voltage and bus
ampacity. Bus bars and breaker connecting straps shall be
40 formed from 57% conductivity tin finished aluminum. Bus bars
shall be supported by highest quality insulators and shall
be braced to comply with the short circuit rating on the
40 panel . This rating shall be deemed equal to the short
circuit symmetrical RIS ampere rating of the least rated
device in the panel . All bolts used to connect current
carrying parts together shall be accessible for tightening
"' from the panel front. An individual terminal or lug shall
be provided for each neutral wire . Connecting several
neutral wires to a common terminal will not be permitted.
Space permitting, panel boxes shall be not less than 20"
wide. They shall be fabricated from code gauge galvanized
sheet steel . Gutter spaces shall conform to NEC
requirements and in no case be less than 4" on all sides .
... Panel fronts shall be code
gauge cold rolled sheet steel ,
one coat primed and at least one coat light gray enamel .
Trim shall be provided with angle support engaging box
+� flange and fastened to box by approved clamps . Screw
fastenings will not be permitted. Doors shall have concealed
hinges sprung door pull , and semi-flushlock . All locks
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B. Fixture wire shall be type THHN or AF insulated.
2.02 Conduit:
A. All conduit in the crawl space under the basement shall be
galvanized steel rigid conduit with watertight couplings .
B. Final connections to motors , control equipment and lighting .�
fixtures shall be run in flexible metallic conduit
(Greenfield) .
C. Conduit size shall be as required by code (40� fill) .
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2.03 Outlets and Junction Boxes:
A. Outlet boxes shall be pressed galvanized steel unless
otherwise indicated or required by the National Electric .R
Code and shall be as required for their use .
B. Where multiple devices are located at one point, gang type
boxes shall be used.
C. Junction boxes , whether surface or flush shall be galvanized
code gauge.
D. Weatherproof boxes shall be heavy-duty die cast aluminum
with corrosion resistant baked on paint finish with proper
fittings .
2.04 Wiring Devices and Plates:
A. The Electrical Contractor shall install devices where shown '
on the plans . Where two or more devices occur at one
location, they shall be provided with gang type plate.
B . Switches , receptacles , and plates shall be as scheduled .►
below:
1 . Light switches , single pole: Leviton #1221-W, 20 amp,
120 volt rated, white .
2. Duplex receptacles; Leviton #5362-W, 20 amp, 3 wire ,
125 volt, white.
3. Dryer Receptacle - Leviton #5376 .
4 . GFI Receptacle - Leviton #6898-HGW.
5. Screwheads to have finish to match plates .
6. All plates shall be of smooth plastic , specification .w
grade , white color.
2.05 Lighting Fixtures: AW
A. Furnish and install lighting fixtures on all light outlets
shown on the Plans . All lighting fixtures to have label of
Underwriters ' Laboratories, Inc.
B . Fixtures are to be complete in all respects with all
required glassware and lamps . All lamps to be new.
C. Fixtures are to be cleaned after lamps and glassware are
installed.
D. Any chipped, cracked, or otherwise defective material is to
be removed and replaced.
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1.09 Guarantee
A. This Contractor shall guarantee the quality of all materials
and the proper operation of all fixtures and equipment
No furnished and installed by him under this contract for a
period of one year from the date of acceptance by the Owner.
He shall further guarantee to make good any and all defects
as in materials , equipment and workmanship and shall provide
free repairs and replacement service to the systems for the
same period.
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1.10 WORK INCLUDED
A . Work to be performed under this section of these
Specifications shall include all labor, materials , plant,
No equipment necessary for and reasonably incidental to the
complete installation of all Electrical work specified
herein or indicated on the Drawings , or both, and includes ,
an but is not limited, to the following:
1 . Remove two (2) existing panelboards in Kitchen, replace
ON with one (1) new panelboard as specified. Connect all
existing circuits to new circuit breakers in New
Panelboard.
2. Feeders and branch panelboard.
ft 3. General Lighting system, interior and exterior lighting
fixtures .
4. Convenience outlet system.
5. Power wiring to motors and kitchen equipment furnished
by other trades
6. Fire alarm system extension.
7 . Cutting for all work required by electrical
installation.
8 . Temperature Control Wiring.
9. Testing of Systems .
1.11 WORK EXCLUDED
A. The following related items of work or materials will be
40 performed under other sections of these Specifications :
1. Concrete work.
2. Excavation and backfill .
3. Painting except touch up of factory coat.
4. Furnishing of motors which will be by the respective
trade concerned.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 Conductors (low voltage) :
A. All conductors shall have 600 volt insulation . Wire for
general service shall be type THHN copper wire, BX or MC
cable.
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1.04 Codes and Regulations
A. The work shall be performed in such a manner as to conform
to the codes and regulations governing such work, as may be .�
required by Local and State ordinances . This Contractor
shall secure all permits required for installation of his
materials and shall pay all fees required for such permits .
This Contractor and his Sub-Contractors shall inform
themselves of all State and Federal work safety rules and
regulations, including the provisions of the Occupational
Safety and Health Act of 1971 . All workmen employed on the m
project shall be instructed in the requirements and shall
observe same at all times.
1.05 Protection
A. This Contractor shall provide for the delivery of all his
material to the building site when required so as to carry
on his work efficiently and to avoid delaying his work and
that of the other trades . He shall , at all times, fully
protect his work and materials from injury or loss by
others , until the building is accepted by the Owner. Any
injury or loss which may occur shall be made good without
expense to the Owner . All waste or broken material
resulting from the work of this section shall be removed by .
this Contractor on a daily basis .
1.06 Submittals
A. Within ten (10) days of award of contract, this Contractor
shall submit for the Architect ' s approval , six (6) copies of
a complete list of manufacturer ' s shop drawings , detail
prints and data sheets for the following items , do not
release for shipment , deliver or install any material
without prior approval of the Architect.
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1. Lighting Fixtures .
2 . Wiring Devices .
3. Panelboard.
4 . Fire Alarm System components . MW
1.07 Maintenance Manuals
A. The Contractor shall submit three (3) copies each, bound in ,
hard covers , of parts lists with catalog numbers ,
maintenance , and operating instructions for each item of
equipment supplied for the project.
1.08 Instructions
A. At the completion of the work , the Electrical Contractor
shall instruct such person or persons , as the Architect may ..
designate , regarding the care and use of the Electrical
Systems and all apparatus pertaining thereto.
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PART 1 - GENERAL
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1.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract , including
-40 General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1
Specification sections , apply to work of this Section.
1.02 Drawings
w A. The work of this Contractor is shown on Drawing No. E-1 .
This Contractor shall refer to this , and all other Drawings
for a full comprehension of work to be done and for
an conditions affecting the location and placement of his
equipment and materials . The Drawing is intended to be
supplementary to the Specifications and any work indicated,
mentioned or implied in either is to be considered to be as
specified by both. Should the character of the work herein
contemplated or any matter pertaining thereto be not
sufficiently explained by the Specifications or on the
as Drawing, this Contractor may apply to the Architect for
further information and shall conform to such when given, as
it may be consistent with the original intent.
1.03 Coordination
A. This Contractor shall give full information to the General
Contractor and other Contractors , sufficiently in advance of
the work, so that all openings may be built in advance. He
shall furnish all sleeves , supports , etc . , so that the
General Contractor may build same in place . In case of
w failure to give proper information as noted above , this
Contractor will be required to pay for necessary cutting and
patching to be performed by the General Contractor.
40 B. All wiring shown on the Drawings is diagrammatic and exact
locations as installed are subject to the approval of the
Architect. This Contractor, before installing any of his
work , shall see that it does not interfere with the
clearances required for finished work as shown on
. Architectural Drawings and details . Work installed by this
Contractor which interferes with or modifies the
.r. Architectural design as shown on the contract drawings ,
shall be changed as directed by the Architect and all
incidental costs for such changes shall be paid by this
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3.02 Insulation:
A. Insulation shall be applied on clean dry surfaces , after
inspection and release for insulating application.
B. All insulation shall be continuous wall and ceiling openings
and sleeves.
C. Application of the insulating material shall be made by
slitting insulation sections longitudinally and applying
tape around the pipe.
D. All joints and seams shall be sealed with adhesive as
specified further herein.
E. All insulation shall be left in the original color as
provided by the manufacturer in a neat, clean condition with
no extra finishing required.
F. All fittings , valves , and accessories requiring insulation
shall be insulated in same manner as that required for
adjoining pipe.
G. Insulated piping in Kitchen Area shall be encased in 20 mil
PVC pipe as noted.
3.03 Valves:
A. Drains shall be installed at all low points of the domestic
as water distribution systems .
B. Stop valves shall be installed at each fixture and equipment
connection.
C. Valves shall be so placed as to be readily accessible, and
shall not be installed with the stem inclined more than 90
deg. from the upright position.
D. Stuffing boxes of all valves shall be packed with new
wicking and all drips eliminated.
3.04 Fixtures:
A. Fixtures shall be the best product of the manufacturer and
shall be without defects in construction or appearance, set
true and level , firmly supported in place without rocking or
strain.
B. Fixtures and accessories shall be adjusted for proper
operation and shall be tested in the presence of the
Architect.
aw, C. All items of equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and all
labels , stickers , and dirt marks removed.
3.05 Adjustments:
u A. All fixture supply fittings shall be adjusted for proper
operation.
B. Pressure regulating valve shall be adjusted for proper
"" outlet
pressure.
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2.14 Convectors:
A . Sterling Co . convector units , fully recessed and of
capacities as noted, with inlet grilles .
2.15 Automatic Control Panel:
A. Heat-Timer Corp. Model EPU-60 indoor/outdoor control unit "
complete with indoor and outdoor sensing elements , to be
installed in place of existing unit to be removed.
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2.16 Exhaust Fans:
A. Exhaust fans shall be manufactured by Greenheck Co . and
shall be of the following: ow
1. Ceiling Fan [Handicapped Toilet] #SP-108 , 100cfm
0 .05" sp, 40W 115/1/60 motor.
2. In-line Fan [Res . Bath] -#CSP-108 , 78cfm @ 0 .05" sp, 35W
115/1/60 motor.
B. Fans shall be furnished with #642 Wall Caps. #CSP-108 fan
inlet at partition shall have a Metal-Aire #CC5-6"x6"
exhaust grille mounted above the door.
C. Duct work associated with fan units shall be round 3003
aluminum flexible exhaust duct and fittings .
2.17 Radiator Control Valves:
A. Furnish and install at each New convector and radiator 1-
Macon Co. Model OPS-K non-electric control valve with air
vent valve .
PART 3 EXECUTION
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3.01 PIPING:
A. All piping shown on the Drawings is diagrammatic and exact
locations are subject to the approval of the Architect. All
piping shall be concealed wherever possible and exposed only
where permitted by the Architect.
B. Pipe shall be run true and straight at proper pitch and
shall be firmly supported without strain. Soil , drainage
and water piping in ground shall be firmly bedded on
undisturbed earth or compact backfill . Excavate under bell
of tile piping. Vertical risers shall be supported at floor
with riser clamps firmly attached to the floor or building
structure.
C. Screwed joints shall be made up with compound applied to
male threads only. Ream all pipe before assembly. Do not
use lead wool or peening to repair leaks .
D. Surfaces of tubing to be soldered shall be properly cleaned
and reamed. The joints shall be properly fluxed and made ..
with solder as hereinafter specified.
E. All exposed piping to plumbing fixtures shall be chrome
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C. Lavatory "C" : American Standard Co . #0195 . 073 , 24"x20 "
vitreous china, lavatory Symmons #5-60-GH faucet assembly
with
pop-up drain, [Brass Craft #CS400A chrome plated "P"
trap, Sanitary Dash #R817-6-B-D supplies , Zurn #ZR-1231
concealed arm support system , mount 2 " off wall with
+! escutcheons] .
D. Lavatory "D" : Vanity furnished by Others , trim with Chicago
#802A-369 faucet assembly with grid strainer, Brass Craft
#CS400A chrome plated "P" trap, Sanitary Dash #R817-6-B-D
supplies .
E. Bath "E" : American Standard Co. #2390. 202 LHO "Americast"
bath with Symmons #5-96-2 shower valve assembly, Gerber #41-
800 waste assembly.
F. Mop Receptor "F" : Fiat Co. #MSB-2420 , 24"x24" molded stone
mop receptor with 2" stainless steel drain body with flat
strainer, No. 830A service faucet , No. 832-AA-30" flexible
5/8" rubber hose with bracket , No . E-77-AA vinyl bumper
guard.
2.09 Backflow Preventer:
A. Watts Regulator Co. #709OSYRW-4" assembly with epoxy coated
cast iron check valve bodies , with 2 OS&Y gate valve
' shutoffs . Must meet DEP specifications .
2.10 Pressure Reducing Valve:
• A. Watts Regulator Co. No.ACV115-2" globe reducing valve with
bronze body, stainless steel seat and controls , threaded
connections , and required trim.
2.11 Washing Machine Unit:
A. Symmons Co. #602 Laundry-Mate for recessed installation with
2" drain, 1/2" water connections .
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2.12 Motor Actuated Steam Value:
A. Tour Andersson Co. Model V223 valve with cast iron body, 125
a�. psig flanged connections , No . M15C electric actuator , 24
volt/60 Hz , and #9111070-375 linkage.
NOTE: provide weld neck companion flanges .
2.13 Unit Heater:
A. Sterling Co. #C-1140-02 ceiling mounted cabinet unit heater
having a capacity of 94sf EDR at 2psig steam pressure , 230
cfm of air, 1/10 HP/115/1/60 motor DPST disconnect switch,
solid state speed control , permanent type filter, continuous
hinged front panel. Unit finish shall be selected by the
Architect.
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B. Backflow Preventer:
1 . Backflow preventer shall be supported with one half of
a vertical pipe clamp, a 2" steel pipe nipple to a
floor flange bolted to the new concrete floor.
2.04 Insulation:
A. All steam, supply return, and piping shall be insulated with
one (1) inch thick glass fiber pipe insulation.
1. Insulation shall be jacketed with an embossed vapor
barrier laminate.
2. Jacket shall have a pressure sealing lap adhesive .
3. All fittings shall be insulated with premolded PVC
fitting covers .
4 . Supply and return pipe insulation to unit heater in
Kitchen area shall be covered with 20 mil thickness PVC ,..
covering, sealed as required.
B. Cold and hot water piping shall be covered with 1/2" thick
foamed plastic insulation with joints sealed with adhesive.
1. All exposed supply and waste piping and fittings to
handicapped locations shall be insulated as above and AO
covered with "Nandi-Lav-Guard" polyurethane preformed
molded supply and waste pipe insulation.
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2.05 Pressure Gages
A. Safecase dial type with Bourdon tube actuator , 4-1/2 "
diameter dial , 0-160 pounds pressure , Marsh E0252B , and
shall be furnished with brass needle valves , and petcocks .
2.06 Water Hammer Arrestors:
A. Watts Series 150A, stainless steel shock controls conforming
to P.D. I. Standard WH2O1 .
2.07 Wall Hydrants: "'
A. Woodford Co . , model BC65 automatic draining hydrant with
integral vacuum breaker-backflow preventer, 3/4" hose thread
nozzle , loose key control , cash brass construction with
polished brass finish.
2.08 Plumbing Fixtures:
A. Water Closet "A" : American Standard Co. #2216 .143 vitreous •
china floor mounted tank type, close coupled, 1. 6 gal. /flush
gravity flow rate with Church Co. #295C open front seat,
less cover. •■
B. Water Closet "B" : American Standard Co. #2174.139 vitreous
china floor mounted tank type, close coupled, 1 .6 gal. /flush
gravity flow rate with Church Co . #380 closed-front seat
with cover.
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R. Provide chrome plated escutcheons at exposed finish surfaces
pierced by pipes .
44 L. All air release and make-up water piping shall be run in
type L hard drawn copper tube, incised marked, with cast,
brass or wrought copper fittings and 95-5 solder joints .
2.02 VALVES:
A. Gate Valves:
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1. 4 inch size or smaller shall be bronze body type, solid
disc, non-rising stem, 125 lb. sup. , Lunkenheimer Fig.
to 430 OS&Y flanged type, for steam service.
B. Ball Valves:
■r 1 . Rated for 150 psi. saturated steam pressure , 400 psi
WOG pressure; two-piece construction; with bronze body
conforming to ASTM B62 , standard (or regular ) port ,
IN chrome-plated brass ball , replaceable seats and seals,
blowout-proof stem, and vinyl-covered steel handle .
Provide solder ends for hot and cold water service .
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for steam service.
C. Drain Valves:
1 . Cast bronze body type boiler drain with 3/4 inch hose
connection Mueller Brass Company, V-1017 .
'fie D. Stop Valves:
1 . Low pressure type cast bronze valves where not
sa furnished with plumbing fixtures as specified
hereinafter, Mueller Brass Company, V-1022.
40 2.03 Hangers and Supports:
A. Piping:
1 . All horizontal steel piping shall be supported with
black carbon steel adjustable wrought clevis hangers,
Grinnell Fig. 260 or Fig. 265 as required, spaced not
greater than 8 ' -0" o.c.
+t 2. All soil, waste and vent piping shall be supported by
ring, pear shaped or clevis hangers with rods spaced
not greater than 4 ' -0" O.C.
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copper-plated carbon steel , light weight adjustable
wrought clevis hanger, Grinnell Fig. CT-65 , spaced not
greater than 8 ' -0" o. c.
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The selected Sprinkler Sub-subcontractor shall secure all
permits , submittals , approvals , and testing as required. AM
1.11 WORK EXCLUDED
A. The following relateu items of work or materials will be
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1 . Concrete and Masonry Work.
2 . Cutting and Patching, except for hangers . ...
3. Painting, except as specified herein.
4 . Electrical Work.
5. Excavation and Backfill .
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 PIPING:
A. Except where otherwise noted , all soil , waste and vent
piping, 2 inch size or larger , shall be no-hub cast iron
soil pipe and fittings , with Mass . approved clamps . Waste .A
piping smaller than 2 inch shall be Type L, vent smaller
than 2 inch shall be type M, copper tubing with cast brass
or wrought copper fittings and 50-50 solder joints .
B. All water distribution piping shall be type L hard drawn
copper tubing, incised marked, with cast brass or wrought
copper fittings , with 95-5 soldered joints .
C . Sprinkler System piping 2" and under in size shall be
Schedule 40 black steel pipe with cast iron screwed
fittings ; 2-1/2" and larger shall be Schedule 10 galvanized
steel pipe with roll or cut grooved ends with groove type
couplings and fittings , or with flanged joints .
D. Steam and condensate piping shall be Schedule 40 black steel
pipe with cast iron threaded fittings .
E. Flanges shall be cast iron or forged steel , drilled for 125 ..
psi.
F. Unions shall be malleable iron type, 150 psi swp with bronze
ground seats . �••
G. Nipples shall be of same material and weight as pipe whereon
used, except when length of unthreaded part of standard
weight nipple is less than 1-1/2 inch, use extra strong pipe
nipple.
H. Gaskets for pipe flanges shall be flexitolic or ring type,
1/16 inch thick , of compressed fiber , with compound , or
equal as approved, suitable for service intended; factory ,
cut of 125 lb. or 250 lb. flange size with full sized bolt
holes .
J. Pipes passing through walls and other masonry construction ..
shall be fitted with sleeves of steel pipe, first possible
larger than the outside diameter of the pipe to be sleeved
or the insulation jacket on covered pipe.
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1.08 Instruction:
A. At the completion of the work , the Mechanical Contractor
+t shall instruct such person or persons , as the Architect may
designate, regarding the care and use of the Mechanical
Systems and all apparatus pertaining thereto.
't 1.09 Guarantee:
A. This Contractor shall guarantee the quality of all materials
and the proper operation of all fixtures and equipment
so furnished and installed by him under this contract for a
period of one year from the date of acceptance by the Owner.
He shall further guarantee to make good any and all defects
■m, in materials , equipment and workmanship and shall provide
free repairs and replacement service to the systems for the
same period.
1.10 WORK INCLUDED
A . Work to be performed under this section of these
Specifications shall include all labor, materials, plant,
!" equipment necessary for and reasonably incidental to the
complete installation of all Mechanical work specified
herein or indicated on the Drawing, or both, and includes ,
as but is not limited to, the following:
1 . Installation of New Backflow Preventer at Existing
m� Sprinkler Water Service; Sprinkler System Extension to
Renovated Areas .
2. New Domestic Water Service taken from Sprinkler Water
Service.
3 . New Plumbing Fixtures , piped to existing Sanitary, Vent
and Water Piping Systems .
4 . New Convector and Cast Iron Radiators , and Unit Heater
mw connected to existing steam and condensate piping.
5. New Motor Activated Steam Valve and Accessories at
Steam Service.
6. New Temperature Control System Panel .
7 . Clothes Dryer Vent System.
8 . Toilet Room Exhaust Systems .
9. Removal of designated plumbing fixtures , piping and
r• accessories .
10 . Relocation of certain designated plumbing vents through
roof .
NOTE: This Contractor shall retain the services of any one of the
following listed licensed Sprinkler Contractors to
accomplishh all Sprinkler Work specified for this Project.
Allied Fire Protection, Inc .
HFP Corp.
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1.04 Codes and Regulations:
A. The work shall be performed in such a manner as to conform
to the Codes and Regulations governing such work, as may be
required by Local and State ordinances . This Contractor
shall secure all permits required for installation of his
materials and shall pay all fees required for such permits .
This Contractor and his Sub-Contractors shall inform
themselves of all State and Federal work safety rules and
regulations , including the provisions of the Occupational
Safety and Health Act of 1971 . All workmen employed on the a*
project shall be instructed in the requirements and shall
observe same at all times.
1.05 Protection:
A. This Contractor shall provide for the delivery of all his
material to the building site when required so a to carry on
his work efficiently and to avoid delaying his work and that
of the other trades . He shall , at all times , fully protect
his work and materials from injury or loss by others, until
the building is accepted by the Owner. Any injury or loss ,,►
which may occur shall be made good without expense to the
Owner. All waste or broken material resulting from the work
of this section shall be removed by this Contractor on a AM
daily basis .
1.06 Submittals:
A. Within ten (10) days of award of contract, this Contractor w
shall submit for the Architect ' s approval , six (6) copies of
a complete list of manufacturer ' s shop drawings , detail
prints and data sheets for the following items ; do not ow
release for shipment , deliver or install any material
without prior approval of the Architect.
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1 . Plumbing Fixtures .
2. Backflow Preventer.
3 . Motor Activated Steam Valve.
4 . Plumbing Specialties . ""
5. Insulation.
6 . Pressure Reducing Valve.
7 . Valves . ••
1.07 Maintenance Manuals:
A. The Contractor shall submit three (3) copies each, bound in
hard covers , of parts lists with catalog numbers , "
maintenance and operating instructions for each item of
equipment supplied for the project.
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SECTION 15000 — MECHANICAL
PART 1 - GENERAL
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1.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract , including
4M General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1
Specification sections , apply to work of this Section.
1.02 Drawing:
A. The work of this Contractor is shown on Drawing M-1 . This
Contractor shall refer to this and all other Drawings for a
full comprehension of the work to be done , and for
conditions affecting the locations and placement of his
equipment and materials . This drawing is intended to be
supplementary to the Specifications , and any work indicated,
mentioned or implied in either is to be considered as
specified by both. Should the character of the work herein
contemplated or any matter pertaining thereto be not
sufficiently explained in the Specifications or Drawing,
' this Contractor may apply to the Architect for further
information and shall conform to such when given as it may
be consistent with the original intent.
1.03 Coordination:
A. This Contractor shall give full information to the General
Contractor and other Contractors , sufficiently in advance of
the work, so that all openings may be built in advance . He
shall furnish all sleeves , supports , etc . , so that the
General Contractor may build same in place . In case of failure to give proper information as noted above , this
Contractor will be required to pay for necessary cutting and
patching to be performed by the General Contractor.
B. All piping shown on the Drawing is diagrammatic and exact
locations as installed are subject to the approval of the
Architect . This Contractor , before installing any of his
work shall see that it does not interfere with the
clearances required for finished work as shown on
Architectural Drawings and Details . Work installed by this
Contractor which interferes with or modifies the
Architectural design as shown on the Contract Drawings ,
shall be changed as directed by the Architect and all
incidental costs for such changes shall be paid by this
Contractor.
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SECTION 10500: MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALTIES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Tub surround and custodial sink splash guard.
B. Sliding glass tub door.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry
B. Section 09750 - Gypsum Wallboard
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data and manufacturer's installation instructions under provisions of Section
01300.
B. Include physical dimensions, operational features, color and finish, wall mounting brackets with
mounted measurements, anchorage details, rough-in measurements, location, and details.
so 1.04 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
A. Submit manufacturer's maintenance data under provisions of Section 01700.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 TUB SURROUND
A. Three panel, molded fiberglass wall system with seamless corners, adjustable, with baked on
46 polyurethane coating equal to Tubwal, Model RM-58, by the Swan Corporation. Provide a
twenty year limited warranty.
2.02 SLIDING GLASS TUB DOOR
40 A. Sliding Glass bathtub enclosure equal to Midland Model 100, two panel, silver anodized, with fin
track.
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A. Molded fiberglass panels, white, with integral trim fittings.
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3.01 INSPECTION
A. Verify rough openings for cabinet are correctly sized and located.
on B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing conditions.
3.02 INSTALLATION
04 A. Install plumb and level in wall openings.
B. Secure rigidly in place.
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Gypsum Drywall (New):
--1 coat acrylic latex primer.
w --2 coats gloss alkyd enamel in bathroom and above chair rail in toilet room.
--2 coats semi-gloss alkyd enamel in other rooms.
Gypsum Drywall & Plaster Scheduled for Epoxy:
,w --1 coat latex primer.
--1 coat latex epoxy enamel, semi-gloss.
Existing Painted Wood Trim:
--Scrape thoroughly and sand.
--Spot prime all bare spots.
--One coat alkyd enamel, gloss.
Wood Trim and Casework, Painted:
so --1 coat, alkyd enamel underbody.
--2 coats, alkyd enamel.
New Windows (installed primed):
WA -- 2 coats alkyd enamel, semi-gloss.
New Wood Trim, scheduled for natural finish:
--1 coat penetrating satin.
--1 coat polyurethane varnish, gloss finish; sand and thoroughly clean.
M --1 coat polyurethane varnish satin finish.
New Wood Doors, natural finish:
--2 coats polyurethane varnish, gloss finish; sand and thoroughly clean.
--1 coat polyurethane varnish, semi-gloss finish.
Wood Floor, existing, - Varnish:
-- 1 coat penetrating stain.
-- 2 coats, polyurethane varnish, semi-gloss.
Metal - Gloss:
-- 1 coat rust inhibitive alkyd primer.
-- 2 coats alkyd enamel, gloss.
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H. Prime back surfaces of interior and exterior woodwork with primer paint.
I. Prime back surfaces of interior woodwork scheduled to receive stain or varnish finish with gloss 0M
varnish reduced 25 percent with mineral spirits.
J. Stain Application: Apply stains only by brush: no spraying of stains will be accepted.
K. Field Finishing of Doors: Prior to sealing and finishing, block sand with 150 grit sandpaper to
remove all handling marks and raised grain. Top, bottom, opening, and hardware recess edged
must be sealed after fitting with at least two coats of varnish or paint (as scheduled).
3.05 AREAS WHICH HAVE BEEN PATCHED
A. Prepare, prime, and paint all walls, millwork, and trim where patching is required. Establishing
sound and suitable sub-strate surfaces for application of finishes is the responsibility of the
General Contractor.
B. The Painting sub-contractor shall finish all patched areas with materials that match the texture,
sheen and color of the adjacent existing surfaces.
3.06 COVERAGE
A. NOTE: Not withstanding the number of coats specified in "PainLing,Schedule", apply additional
coats when undercoats, stains or other conditions show through final paint coat, until paint film
is of uniform finish, color, and appearance.
3.07 CLEANING
A. As Work proceeds, promptly remove paint where spilled, splashed, or spattered.
B. During progress of Work maintain premises free of unnecessary accumulation of tools,
equipment, surplus materials, and debris.
C. Collect cotton waste, cloths, and material which may constitute a fire hazard, place in closed
metal containers and remove daily from site.
3.08 SCHEDULE - SURFACES
A. EXTERIOR SURFACES: ow
Existing and New Wood (clapboards):
-- 1 coat alkyd primer
-- 2 coats alkyd eggshell finish house paint. Color to match existing yellow. am
New Wood Doors, Trim, and Frames:
-- 1 coat alkyd primer
-- 2 coats semi-gloss alkyd enamel. Color: white, to be selected.
Existing Porch Decking:
-- scrape and primer bare spots
-- 2 coats heavy-duty, acrylic, epoxy enamel
Ferrous Metal:
-- 1 coat rust inhibitive primer.
-- 2 coats alkyd heavy-duty epoxy, high gloss.
B. INTERIOR SURFACES:
Existing Plaster Walls (except toilets):
--1 coat, latex primer scaler.
--2 coats latex satin enamel.
Existing Plaster, Toilets:
--1 coat, latex primer sealer
--2 coats, satin finish alkyd •"
Existing Plaster Ceilings:
--1 coat, latex primer sealer.
--1 coat, ceiling white, flat vinyl acrylic.
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C. Measure moisture content of surfaces using an electronic moisture meter. Do not apply finishes
unless moisture content of surfaces are below the following maximums:
" 1. Plaster and Gypsum Wallboard: 12 percent.
2. Masonry, Concrete, and Concrete Unit Masonry: 12 percent.
3. Interior Located Wood: 15 percent, measured in accordance with ASTM D2016.
4. Exterior pressure treated wood: wood to be left uncoated until following Spring.
D. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing surfaces.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Remove electrical plates, hardware, light fixture trim, and fittings prior to preparing surfaces or
finishing.
B. Correct minor defects and clean surfaces which affect work of this Section.
C. Shellac and seal marks which may bleed through surface finishes.
D. Impervious Surfaces: Remove mildew by scrubbing with solution of tri-sodium phosphate and
bleach. Rinse with clean water and allow surface to dry.
E. Previously painted wood, to be painted (siding, trim, sash, framing):
1. Remove all blistered, peeling, and scaling paint to a sound substrate by scraping,
sanding, and wirebrushing. Where bare wood is exposed, spot prime with primer before
applying an overall coat of primer.
2. Surfaces that exhibit moderate to heavy chalk deposits must be cleaned thoroughly to a
sound substrate by wirebrushing, sanding or by power wash. Power washing pressure
must be controlled to avoid pitting or damaging of wood grain. If power washing is
done, provide protection of ground, using soil separation fabric, to protect adjacent site
from having paint particles introduced into soils. Prime areas thus prepared.
3. All loose or split caulking, putty or glazing compound is to be removed, then primed.
4. Glossy surfaces under eaves, and all protected areas not exposed to normal weathering,
should be dulled by sanding. Crystalline deposits that develop on these areas are a
major cause of peeling; they must be removed by flushing with a strong stream of water
from a garden hose.
F. Exterior New Wood Scheduled to Receive Paint Finish:
Remove dust, grit, and foreign matter. Seal knots, pitch streaks, and sappy sections. Fill nail
holes with tinted exterior caulking compound after prime coat has been applied.
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H. Architect to approve preparation is complete prior to proceeding to paint application.
3.03 PROTECTION
40 A. Protect elements surrounding the work of this Section from damage or disfiguration.
B. Repair damage to other surfaces caused by work of this Section.
C. Furnish drop cloths, shields, and protective methods to prevent spray or droppings from
AN disfiguring other surfaces.
D. At the exterior, protect all surfaces and ground at grade from existing paint being removed.
Paint particles removed from building shall be contained and safely disposed of off site.
tt E. Remove empty paint containers from site.
3.04 APPLICATION
A. Apply products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
wa B. Do not apply finishes to surfaces that are not dry.
C. Apply each coat to uniform finish, free from runs, sags, wrinkles, streaks, shiners and brush
marks.
+Mrr D. Apply each coat of paint slightly darker than preceding coat unless otherwise approved.
E. Sand lightly between coats to achieve required finish.
F. Allow applied coat to dry before next coat is applied.
G. Where clear finishes are required, tint fillers to match wood. Work fillers into the grain before
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B. Applicator: Company specializing in commercial painting and finishing with 3 years experience.
1.07 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data, samples, and manufacturer's application instructions under provisions of
Section 01300.
B. Provide product data on all finishing products and special coatings. .
C. Submit two samples 2 x 2 inches in size illustrating range of colors and textures available for
each surface finishing product scheduled, for Architect's selection.
1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING am
A. Deliver to site, store and protect products under provisions of Section 01600.
B. Deliver products to site in sealed and labelled
containers; inspect to verify acceptance.
C. Container labelling to include manufacturer's name, type
of paint, brand name, brand code, coverage, surface preparation, drying time, cleanup, color
designation, and instructions for mixing and reducing.
D. Store paint materials at minimum ambient temperature of 45 degrees F and a maximum of 90
degrees F, in well ventilated area, unless required otherwise by manufacturer's instructions.
E. Take precautionary measures to prevent fire hazards and spontaneous combustion.
1.09 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Provide continuous ventilation and heating facilities to maintain surface and ambient
temperatures above 60 degrees F for 24 hours before, during, and 48 hours after application of
finishes, unless required otherwise by manufacturer's instructions.
B. Do not apply exterior coatings during rain or snow, or when relative humidity is above 50
percent, unless required otherwise by manufacturer's instructions.
C. Minimum Application Temperatures (air or surface) for Paints: 50 degrees F for exterior. Test
surfaces with moisture meter before proceeding.
1.10 EXTRA STOCK
A. Label any paint remaining at completion of job and deliver to Owner.
B. Label each container with color, texture, and area where in addition to the manufacturer's label.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
A. Coatings: Ready mixed, except field catalyzed coatings. Process pigments to a soft paste "
consistency, capable of being readily and uniformly dispersed to a homogeneous coating.
B. Coatings: Good flow and brushing properties; capable of drying or curing free of streaks or sags.
C. Accessory Materials: Linseed oil, shellac, turpentine, paint thinners and other materials not
specifically indicated but required to achieve the finishes specified, of commercial quality.
D. Acceptable Manufacturers, Paint:
1. Benjamin Moore.
2. Pratt & Lambert.
3. Pittsburgh Paint.
4. Substitutions: Under provisions of Section 01600.
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSPECTION
A. Verify that surfaces are ready to receive work as instructed by the product manufacturer.
B. Examine surfaces scheduled to be finished prior to commencement of work. Report any
condition that may potentially affect proper application.
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PART GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
40 A. Provide labor and equipment for painting and finishing of all exterior and specified interior items
and surfaces, unless otherwise indicated.
"Paint" as used herein means all coating systems materials, including primers, emulsions,
enamels, stains, sealers and fillers, and other applied materials whether used as prime,
intermediate or finish coats.
-Includes field painting of bare and covered pipes and ducts (including color coding), and
hangers, exposed steel and iron work, and primed metal surfaces of equipment installed under
+W mechanical and electrical work.
-Paint exposed surfaces, except as otherwise indicated, whether or not colors are designated. If
not designated, colors will be selected by Architect/Designer from standard colors available for
the coatings required.
Surfaces to be coated include:
1. All bare wood (trim, clapboards, flooring, railings, ballusters, etc), existing and new, on
the exterior.
2. On the interior, all new work, including walls, woodwork, door, trim, and touch up of
new, prefinished windows and trim.
r B. WORK NOT INCLUDED: Unless otherwise indicated, shop priming of ferrous metal items
and fabricated components are included under their respective trades. Prefinishing items, such
as metal toilet partitions, acoustic material and the like, are not included. Unless otherwise
indicated, painting not required on surfaces of concealed areas except for piping, equipment and
other such items within the concealed spaces. Finished metals such as anodized aluminum,
stainless steel, bronze, and similar metals will not be painted. Do not paint any moving parts of
operating units, or over any equipment identification, performance rating, name or nomenclature
plates or code-required labels.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 01030: Alternates.
B. Section 01500: Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls.
C. Section 05700: Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron.
D. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
40 E. Section 07900: Joint Sealers.
F. Section 08100: Doors and Frames.
G. Section 09250: Gypsum Wallboard and Plaster Patching.
ow H. Section 15000: Mechanical.
I. Section 16000: Electrical.
40 1.04 REFERENCES
A. ANSI/ASTM D16 - Definitions of Terms Relating to Paint, Varnish, Lacquer,and Related
Products.
B. ASTM D2016 - Test Method for Moisture Content of Wood.
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1.05 DEFINITIONS
A. Conform to ANSI/ASTM D16 for interpretation of terms used in this Section.
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1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Product Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing quality paint and finish products
with three years experience.
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A. Apply carpet and tack strips in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
B. Lay out rolls of carpet according to approved seaming diagram.
C. Verify carpet match before cutting to ensure minimal variation between dye lots.
D. Double cut carpet, to allow intended seam and pattern match. Make cuts straight, true, and
unfrayed.
so E. Locate seams in area of least traffic.
F. Fit seams straight, not crowded or peaked, free of gaps.
G. Lay carpet on floors with run of pile in same direction as anticipated traffic.
H. Do not change run of pile in any room where carpet is continuous through a wall opening into
another room.
I. Cut and fit carpet around interruptions. Run carpet under all open bottom items, such as
heating convectors, and shall be installed tight against walls, and cabinets.
JW J. Fit carpet tight to intersection with vertical surfaces without gaps.
K. Entire carpet installation shall be laid tight and flat, and present a uniform appearance. Ensure
monolithic color, pattern and texture match within any one area.
"a L. Install edging strips where carpet terminates at other floor coverings. Use full length pieces
only. Butt tight to vertical surfaces.
3.03 VENTILATION
A. Ventilate the areas in which carpet has been installed for a minimum of 1 week or until vapors
have been reduced to a level that will not cause respiratory and/or eye irritation, whichever is
longer.
3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Carpeting, materials, installation, and workmanship shall be inspected by the Architect before
the carpet subcontractor leaves the job site.
B. Make written request for inspection at least ten (10) days before the completion of carpet
installation work.
C. Correct all defects in materials and workmanship listed by the Architect during inspection.
D. Approval of carpet installation will be given only after all such defects have been corrected.
3.05 CLEANING
A. Remove access adhesive from floor, base, and wall surfaces without damage.
B. Remove all loose threads with sharp scissors. Clean and vacuum carpet surfaces.
C. Remove all spots or stains with remover recommended by carpet manufacturer. Replace any
am carpet with spots or stains that cannot be removed to the satisfaction of the Architect.
3.06 PROTECTION
A. Prohibit traffic from carpet areas for 24 hours after installation.
4W B. Cover with protective paper until Final Acceptance.
3.07 MAINTENANCE
A. Provide written maintenance program including three month supply of recommended cleaning
materials.
B. Instruct Owner's personnel in maintenance procedures.
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1.09 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Provide excess cutting of carpets to Owner.
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1.10 WARRANTY
The Carpet Contractor shall warrant this work for a period of two years. S/he shall make
necessary replacements and/or repairs due to defective material and/or unsatisfactory XW
workmanship which becomes apparent within 24 months after initial installation.
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2.01 CARPET: Textured loop pile with multiple colors, with pad.
A. Manufacturer
1. Mohawk Commercial Carpet 'Natural Key", or Karistan Carpet Co., "University" or +m
equal.
B. Conform to the following criteria:
Weave woven interlock am
Pile height .156 inch min.
Face yarn Zeftron 500® ZX Nylon/Zeftron® Nylon (CFN) with static control
Dye method Solution dyed
Pile Weight 26 oz/sq. yd.
Primary Backing 100% synthetic
Flammability Class 1 - exceeds .45 Watts per CM2
Smoke Density NBS Smoke Density Chamber (NFPA-258): Less than 450 +�•
Warranties 10 year wear warranty, Class III heavy commercial traffic; Lifetime static
protection warranty; Colorfast Warranty; and 10 year texture retention; edge
ravel and run resistance for 5 years; 10 year BASF Stain Removal Warranty. �.
2.02 ENTRY MAT
A. Entry Floor mat equal to Berber Carpet Matting, meeting the following characteristics:
Pile Fiber: polypropylene solution dyed
Face Weight: 50 oz. per square yard
Backing: Synthetic rubber
Flammability: Meets DOC FF-1-70
B. Supply one extra mat for each opening.
2.03 ACCESSORIES
A. Sub-Floor Filler: type recommended by carpet manufacturer.
B. Primers and Adhesives: Waterproof; of types recommended by carpet manufacturer.
Adhesives shall not contain formaldehyde.
C. Edge Strips: equal to "Snap-Down Standard edge" Stock No. 33B, as manufactured by Mercer *�
Plastics Co., Inc. Color to be selected.
D. Carpet pad: ''/z" thick synthetic felt cushion.
E. Miscellaneous: Provide all other materials and accessories required for a complete job. .o
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that substrate surfaces are smooth and flat with maximum variation of 1/8 inch in 10 ft
and are ready to receive work. If existing conditions do not meet this standard, show variations
to Owner/Architect prior to start of installations.
B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing substrate and site conditions.
3.02 INSTALLATION
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Surface preparation, including existing carpet removal.
B. Carpet flooring.
C. Padding.
D. Entry mats.
E. Accessories.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 0%50 - Resilient Flooring: install vinyl base for all floor finishes.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. ASTM E84 - Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
B. FS DDD-C-95 - Carpets and Rugs, Wool, Nylon, Acrylic, Modacrylic.
C. FS DDD-C-0095 - Carpet and Rugs, Wool, Nylon, Acrylic, Modacrylic, Polyester,
Polypropylene.
D. FS DDD-C-1559 - Carpet, Loop, Low Pile Height, High Density, Woven or Tufted with
Attached Cushioning.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings, product data, samples, and manufacturer's installation instructions, under
provisions of Section 01300.
B. Shop drawings shall indicate seaming plan, method of joining scams, direction of carpet, and
edge details. Note: No cross seams of hallways will be accepted.
C. Provide product data on specified products, describing physical and performance characteristics;
sizes, patterns, colors available, and method of installation.
go D. Submit three samples, 27 x 18 inch in size illustrating color and pattern for each carpet material
specified.
go 1.05 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
A. Submit operation and maintenance data under provisions of Section 01700.
B. Include maintenance procedures, recommended maintenance materials, and suggested schedule
for cleaning and shampooing.
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1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in commercial carpet with five years minimum experience.
+war B. Installer: Company approved by manufacturer with five years minimum experience.
1.07 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
Ax A. Conform to carpet flammability requirements of applicable codes.
B. Conform to Rules & Regulations of Architectural Access Board, CMR 521.
1.08 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
aft A. Store materials for three days prior to installation in area of installation to achieve temperature
stability.
B. Maintain minimum 68 degrees F ambient temperature three days prior to, during, and 24 hours
so after installation of materials.
C. Schedule installation to provide time for adequate ventilation of off-gassing of carpet and glues
while building is not occupied.
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A. Apply wall base to walls, columns, pilasters casework and other permanent fixtures in rooms or
areas where base is required.
M B. Fit joints tight and vertical. Maintain minimum measurement of 36 inches between joints.
C. Miter internal corners. At external comers, 'V' cut back of base strip to 2/3 of its thickness and
fold. At exposed ends use premolded units.
go D. Install base on solid backing. Bond tight to wall and floor surfaces.
E. Install straight and level to a maximum variation of plus or minus 1/8 inch over 10 feet.
F. Scribe and fit to door frames and other interruptions.
so G. Install topset cove base after resilient flooring is installed.
3.05 PROTECTION
A. Prohibit traffic on floor finish for 24 hours after installation.
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3.06 CLEANING
A. Remove excess adhesive from floor, base, and wall surfaces without damage.
B. Clean surfaces in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
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2.02 BASE MATERIALS
A. Base: FS SS-W-40a, Type 2 vinyl; 4 inch high; 1/8 inch thick; standard toe for vinyl
installations; toeless over carpet.
B. Base Accessories: Premolded end stops of same material, size, and color as base.
C. Acceptable Manufacturers:
1. Kentile Floors, Inc., Brooklyn, NY.
2. Johnsonite Flooring Products, Div. of Johnson Rubber Co.
3. Mercer Products Co., Inc.
4. Substitutions: Under provisions of Section 01600.
2.03 STAIR TREADS AND LANDINGS
A. Staire Treads: Molded rubber, 3/16" thick, with raised circular design, width as needed, as
manufactured by Roppe, Johnsonite, or equal. +•►
B. Landings: Smooth sheet rubber, 1/8" thcik, color to match treads,by same manufacturer.
2.04 ACCESSORIES
A. Subfloor Filler: Where required, use latex/cement-based mastic levelling compound; Allied
Levellastic, C-Cure Latex Underlayment, Selby Levelite-Latex, Armstrong S-180 Latex
Underlayment, or equal. Formulations containing only cement and sand are not acceptable.
B. Primers and Adhesives: Waterproof; types recommended by flooring manufacturer.
C. Edge Strips: vinyl, colors to be selected..
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that surfaces are smooth and flat with maximum variation of 1/8 inch in 10 ft, and are
ready to receive Work.
B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing substrate and site conditions.
C. Note: New sheet vinyl will be installed over existing vinyl tiles.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Remove sub-floor ridges and bumps. Fill low spots, cracks, joints, holes, and other defects with
subfloor filler. .w
B. Apply, trowel, and float filler to leave a smooth, flat, hard surface.
C. Prohibit traffic from area until filler is cured.
D. Vacuum clean substrate.
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3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
B. Apply adhesive only in area which can be covered within recommended working time. Remove
any adhesive which dries or films over. Avoid soiling adjacent walls and floors with adhesive.
Promptly remove spillage.
C. Lay resilient material to insure uniform contact with close, even joints, with all finished surfaces
smooth and in a true plane, free from buckles, waves or other imperfections. Allowable
variation from level for finish flooring: 1/4 inch from level in any direction, when tested with
10 ft. straight-edge.
D. Set flooring in place, press with heavy roller to attain full adhesion.
E. Terminate flooring at centerline of door openings where adjacent floor finish is dissimilar.
F. Install edge strips at unprotected or exposed edges, and where flooring terminates.
G. Scribe flooring to walls, columns, cabinets, floor outlets, and other appurtenances to produce
tight joints.
3.04 INSTALLATION - BASE MATERIAL
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SECTION 09650: RESILIENT FLOORING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Resilient sheet vinyl flooring.
B. Resilient base.
C. Stair treads and landings (Alternate No. 5.)
W 1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01030: Alternates
B. Section 03000: Concrete.
+w11 C. Section 09250: Gypsum Wallboard
D. Section 0%80: Carpet.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. ASTM E84 - Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
B. FS L-F-1641 - Floor Covering, Translucent or Transparent Vinyl Surface, with Backing.
C. FS L-F-475 - Floor Covering, Vinyl Surface (Tile and Roll), with Backing.
D. FS SS-T-312 - Tile, Floor: Asphalt, Rubber, Vinyl, Vinyl Composition.
E. FS SS-W-40 - Wall Base: Rubber and Vinyl Plastic.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data, samples, and manufacturer's installation instructions under provisions of
Section 01300.
B. Provide product data on specified products, describing physical characteristics, sizes, patterns and
colors available.
D. After Architect has reduced selection to two standard colors, submit two 12" x 36" samples,
illustrating color and pattern for each floor material specified.
E. Submit two 6 inch long samples of base material for each color specified.
1.05 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
A. Submit cleaning and maintenance data under provisions of Section 01700.
B. Include maintenance procedures, recommended maintenance materials, and suggested schedule
for cleaning, stripping, and re-waxing.
1.06 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Store materials for three days prior to installation in area of installation to achieve temperature
stability.
B. Maintain ambient temperature required by adhesive manufacturer three days prior to, during,
and 24 hours after installation of materials.
an 1.07 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Provide 30 sq ft of flooring and 15 lineal feet of base of each material and color specified under
provisions of Section 01700.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 VINYL FLOORING
war A. Type: No-wax sheet vinyl with inlaid color, 12 ft. wide,0.085 in. thick with minimum wear
layer of .030 inch.
B. Acceptable Manufacturers: Tarkett Lifetime Inlaid Flooring; Armstrong, "Classic Corlon,
Suffield"; Congoleum "Seascape"; or equal.
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C. Suspension System: slotted, equal to Donn brand U.S.G. "Fineline," heavy duty main tee
classification, color: white.
D. Tiles: U.S.G. "Acoustone, Frost", 2' x 2' x 3/4", item No. 414, notched "Interline" edge, .70-.80
NRC range, 40-44 STC, foil backed; color: white.
E. Accessories: edge trim, etc. as needed for a complete, professional installation.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSPECTION
A. Verify that existing conditions are ready to receive work.
B. Verify that layout of hangers will not interfere with other work.
C. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing conditions.
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3.02 INSTALLATION OF SUSPENDED CEILING SYSTEM
A. Install system in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and as supplemented in this
Section.
B. Install system capable of supporting imposed loads to a deflection of 1/270 maximum.
C. Install after major above ceiling work is complete. Coordinate the location of hangers with other
work.
D. Hang system independent of walls, columns, ducts, pipes and conduit. Where carrying members
are spliced, avoid visible displacement of face plane of adjacent members.
F. Where ducts or other equipment prevent the regular spacing of hangers, reinforce the nearest
affected hangers and related carrying channels to span the extra distance.
G. Locate system on room axis leaving equal border units, as shown on Reflected Ceiling plan.
H. Do not support components on main runners or cross runners if weight causes total dead load to
exceed deflection capability. Support fixture loads by supplementary hangers located within 6
inches of each comer; or support components independently.
I. Do not eccentrically load system, or produce rotation of runners.
J. Install edge molding at intersection of ceiling and vertical surfaces, using longest practical
lengths. Miter corners. Provide edge moldings at junctions with other interruptions. Field
rabbett tile edge.
K. Fit acoustic units in place, free from damaged edges or other defects detrimental to appearance
and function.
L. Fit borders neatly against abutting surfaces.
M. Install acoustic units level, in uniform plane, and free from twist, warp and dents.
3.03 TOLERANCES
A. Variation from Flat and Level Surface: 1/8 inch in 10 ft.
B. Variation from Plumb of Grid Members Caused by Eccentric Loads: Two degrees maximum.
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SECTION 09500: ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
10 A. Suspended metal grid ceiling systems and trim.
B. Acoustical lay-in panels.
1.02 RELATED WORK
ON A. Section 06100: Rough Carpentry.
B. Section 09250: Gypsum Wallboard.
C. Section 15000: Mechanical.
so D. Section 16000: Electrical.
1.03 REFERENCES
on A. ASTM 0635 - Metal Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel Ceilings
B. ASTM C636 - Installation of Metal Ceiling Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in
Panels.
C. UL - Underwriter's Laboratories System Ratings.
1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacture of ceiling suspension system and ceiling tile
J0 panels metal pans with three years minimum experience.
B. Installer: Company with three years minimum experience.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
go A. Submit shop drawings, product data, and manufacturer's installation instructions under provisions
of Section 01300.
B. Indicate on shop drawings, grid layout and related dimensioning, junctions with other work or
ceiling finishes, and interrelation of mechanical and electrical items to system.
C. Provide product data on metal grid system components and acoustic units.
D. Submit samples under provisions of Section 01300.
E. Submit two full size samples, illustrating material and finish of both types of acoustic units.
F. Submit two samples each, 6 inches long, of suspension systems: main runner, cross runner, and
edge trims.
1.06 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Maintain uniform temperature of minimum 60 degrees F, and humidity of 20 to 40 percent prior
to, during, and after installation.
1.07 EXTRA STOCK
A. Provide 10 extra acoustic panels to Owner.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 STANDARD SUSPENDED ACOUSTIC CEILING SYSTEM
an A. Type: 2' x 2' panels, slotted spline grid.
B. Acceptable Manufacturers:
1. United States Gypsum Acoustical Products Co.: for quality standard, all products specified
are by U.S.G.
2. Armstrong World Products Corp.: equivalent products.
3. Celotex Corporation: equivalent products.
4. Substitutions: Under provisions of Section 01600.
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B. Edge Trim: GA 201 and GA 216; Type L bead.
C. Joint Materials: ANSI/ASTM C475; GA 201 and GA 216; reinforcing tape, joint compound,
adhesive, water, and fasteners.
2.04 PLASTER & GYPSUM WALLBOARD PATCHING MATERIALS
A. Plaster of Paris, plaster, reinforcing mesh, etc.
B. Use materials which will match adjacent finishes in texture.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSPECTION
A. Verify that site conditions are ready to receive work and opening dimensions are as instructed
by the manufacturer. ..
B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of substrate.
3.02 GYPSUM BOARD INSTALLATION
A. Install gypsum board in accordance with GA 201 and GA 216.
B. Erect single layer standard gypsum board in most economical direction, with ends and edges
occurring over firm bearing.
C. Erect single layer gypsum board vertically, for fire-rated partitions, with edges and ends
occurring over firm bearing.
D. Use screws when fastening gypsum board for all applications.
E. Place control joints consistent with lines of building spaces as indicated. ..
F. Place corner beads at external comers. Use longest practical length. Place edge trim where
gypsum board abutts dissimilar materials.
3.03 JOINT TREATMENT
A. Tape, fill, and sand exposed joints, edges, and corners to produce smooth surface ready to
receive finishes.
B. Feather coats onto adjoining surfaces so that camber is maximum 1/32 inch. ++
C. Taping, filling, and sanding is not required at surfaces behind adhesive applied ceramic tile, or
above suspended ceilings.
D. Erect in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
3.04 PLASTER PATCHING
A. Apply patching compounds in sufficient coats to avoid cracking and/or shrinking.
B. Match existing plaster texture.
C. Architect to inspect at completion of patching for approval, prior tp painting.
3.05 TOLERANCES
A. Maximum Variation from True Flatness: 1/8 inch in 10 feet in any direction.
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SECTION 09250: GYPSUM WALLBOARD AND PLASTER PATCHING
PARTl GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Gypsum board for ceilings and walls.
B. Taped and sanded joint treatment.
C. Gypsum wallboard patching.
D. Plaster patching.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 02072 - Demolition.
4s B. Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Wood framing and blocking, and furring strips.
C. Section 07200 - Insulation: Thermal and sound insulation.
D. Section 09900 - Painting.
ow 1.03 REFERENCES
A. ANSI/ASTM C36 - Gypsum Wallboard.
B. ANSI/ASTM C475 - Joint Treatment Materials for Gypsum Wallboard Construction.
An C. ANSI/ASTM C557 - Adhesive for Fastening Gypsum Wallboard to Wood Framing.
D. ANSI/ASTM C630 - Water Resistant Gypsum Backing Board.
E. ANSI/ASTM C754 - Installation of Framing Members to Receive Screw Attached Gypsum
40 Wallboard, Backing Board, or Water Resistant Backing Board.
F. ANSI/ASTM E119 - Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials.
G. GA-201 - Gypsum Board for Walls and Ceilings.
H. GA-216 - Recommended Specifications for the Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board.
1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Applicator: Company specializing in gypsum board systems work with 3 years experience.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data, samples, and manufacturer's installation instructions under provisions of
Section 01300.
B. Provide product data on metal framing,gypsum board and joint tape.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS - GYPSUM BOARD
A. United States Gypsum Co.
B. Other acceptable manufacturers offering equivalent products:
1. Gold Bond Building Products, Inc.
2. Georgia-Pacific Corp.
3. Flintkote Products, Inc.
C. Substitutions: Under provisions of Section 01600.
2.02 GYPSUM BOARD MATERIALS
A. Standard Gypsum Board: ANSI/ASTM C36; 1/2 inch thick, maximum permissible length; ends
square cut, tapered edges.
B. Fire Rated Gypsum Board: 5/8" thick, Type X.
C. Fasteners: Screws only, Type S bugle head screw, I" or longer, ASTM C646.
2.03 ACCESSORIES
A. Comer Beads: Metal.
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setting blocks so that these are located at top of opening. Remove from project and dispose of
glass units with edge damage or other imperfections of that kind, when installed, weakens glass
and impairs performance and appearance.
E. Apply primers to joint surfaces where required for adhesion of sealants.
F. Install setting blocks of proper size in sill rabbet located on quarter of glass width from each
corner, but with edge nearest corner not closer than six (G) inches from comer, unless otherwise
required. Set blocks in thin course of sealant which is acceptable for heel bead use.
G. Provide spacers inside and out, of correct size and spacing to preserve required face clearances.
For glass sizes larger than 50 united inches (length plus height), spacer rods are used for glazing.
!! Provide 1/8 inch minimum bite of spacers on glass and use thickness equal to sealant width,
except with sealant tape use thickness slightly less than final compressed thickness of tape.
H. Provide edge blocking to comply with requirements of referenced glazing standard, except where
An otherwise required by glass unit manufacturer.
I. Set units of glass in each series with uniformity of pattern, draw, bow and similar characteristics.
J. Provide compressible filler rods or equivalent back-up material, as recommended by sealant and
glass manufacturers, to prevent sealant from extruding into glass channel weep systems and from
adhering to joints back surface as well as to control depth of sealant for optimum performance,
unless otherwise indicated.
K. Force sealants into glazing channels to eliminate voids and to ensure complete "wetting" or bond
SM of sealant to glass and channel surfaces.
L. Tool exposed surfaces of sealants to provide a substantial "wash" away from glass. Install
pressurized tapes and gaskets to protrude slightly out of channel, so as to eliminate dirt and
40 moisture pockets.
M. Where wedge-shaped gaskets are driven into one side of channel to pressurize sealant or gasket
on opposite side, provide adequate anchorage to ensure that gasket will not "walk" out when
installation is subjected to movement.
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3.04 CLEANING
A. After installation, protect exterior glass from breakage; do not apply markers to surfaces of
glass.
B. Remove glazing materials from finish surfaces.
C. Remove labels after work is completed.
D. Wash glass on both faces at time of Substantial Completion, prior to compilation of Punch List.
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B. All glass installed under this Section shall be guaranteed by the glaring subcontractor against
leakage or water penetration, caused by caulking or sealant failure, for two years subsequent to
final acceptance by Owner. MW
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 ACCEPTABLE GLASS MANUFACTURERS
A. PPG Industries, Commercial Products Division, Pittsburgh, PA.
B. Libbey Owens Ford Co., Waltham, MA.
C. Technical Glass Products, Kirkland, WA.
D. Substitutions: Under provisions of Section 01600.
2.02 GLASS MATERIALS
A. Type "I": sealed insulated units, argon filled, labelled as above with two panes of low-E coated,
3/16" tempered safety glass; total unit thickness of 5 18".
B. Type "II": Wired 1/4 inch thick rolled flat glass, ASTM 01036, Type II, Class 1, Form 1, wired .�
and polished both sides, quality q8, mesh pattern m2-square.
2.03 GLAZING COMPOUNDS & ACCESSORIES
A. Glazing Compound: Modified oil type, non-hardening, knife grade consistency; grey color.
B. Butyl Sealant: Single component; Shore A hardness of 10- 20; non-skinning.
C. Silicone Sealant: FS TT-S-1543; Class A; single component;chemical solvent curing; capable of
water immersion without loss of properties; cured Shore A hardness of 15-25; gray color. ,..
D. Setting Blocks and Spacer Shims: Neoprene, as required to meet above testing and requirements.
E. Glazing Tape: Preformed butyl compound.
F. Glazing Clips: Manufacturer's standard type.
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSPECTION en
A. Verify surfaces of glazing channels or recesses are clean, free of obstructions, and ready for
work of this Section.
B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of substrate. .w
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Clean contact surfaces with solvent and wipe dry.
B. Seal porous glazing channels or recesses. JW
C. Prime surfaces scheduled to receive sealant.
3.03 INSTALLATION ,,,,m
A. Clean glazing channels and other framing members to receive glass, immediately before glazing.
Remove coatings which are not firmly bonded to substrates. Remove lacquer from metal
surfaces where elastomeric sealants are indicated for use.
B. Comply with combined printed recommendations of glass manufacturers, of manufacturers of am
sealants, gaskets and other glazing materials, except where more stringent requirements are
indicated, including those of referenced glazing standards.
C. Glazing channel dimensions as indicated in details are intended to provide for necessary bite on a'
glass, minimum edge and face clearances, and adequate sealant thicknesses, with reasonable
tolerances. Adjust as required by job conditions at time of installation.
D. Protect glass from edge damage during handling and installation; use a rolling block in rotating aw
glass units to prevent damage to glass corners. Do not impact glass with metal framing. Use
suction cups to shift glass units within openings; do not raise or drift glass with a pry bar.
Rotate glass with flares or bevels along one horizontal edge which would occur in vicinity of
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SECTION 08800: GLASS AND GLAZING
PART1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
w A. Glass and glazing for wood doors, not indicated to be pre-glazed.
B. Glass and glazing for wood frames (sidelights, transoms and borrowed lights).
1.02 ALTERNATES
A. Refer to Section 01030, Alternates, for effect on the work of this Section.
1.03 RELATED WORK
A. Section 01030 - Alternates.
B. Section 07900 - Joint Sealers.
C. Section 08100 - Doors and Frames.
on D. Section 08600 - Wood Windows.
E. Section 09900 - Painting.
1.04 REFERENCES
A. ANSI Z97.1 - Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test for Safety Glazing
Material Used in Buildings.
B. ASTM E84 - Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
ON C. ASTM E774-84a - Specification for Sealed Insulating Glass Units.
D. FS DD-G-451 - Glass, Float or Plate, Sheet, Figured (Flat, for Glazing, Mirrors and Other
Uses).
E. FS DD-G-1403 - Glass, Plate (Float), Sheet, Figured, and Spandrel (Heat Strengthened and
Fully Tempered).
F. SIGMA No. 64-7-2 - Specification for Sealed Insulating Glass Units.
G. FGMA-Glazing Manual. Glazing Sealing Systems Manual.
1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Conform to Flat Glass Marketing Association (FGMA) Glazing Manual Glazing Sealing Systems
40 Manual for glazing installation methods.
B. Rated Wire Glass: Provide products that are labeled and listed by UL or other testing and
inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
40 1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data, samples, and manufacturer's installation and maintenance instructions
under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Provide structural, physical and environmental characteristics, size limitations, special handling or
installation requirements.
C. Provide data on glazing sealant. Identify colors available.
1-0 D. Submit two samples, 6 x 6 inches in size, illustrating wire glass and plastic glazing for coloration,
design, and translucency.
1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND PROTECTION
,a A. Deliver, store and protect products to site under provisions of Section 01600.
1.08 WARRANTY
am A. Provide ten year manufacturer's warranty for sealed insulating glass units, under provisions of
Section 01700. Coverage shall include seal failure, interpane dusting or misting, and replacement
of units which fail.
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HW Set #14 Door: 17
3 Hinges FBB 179 3%2 x 3%2 US26
1 Pull 102 US26
1 Roll Latch GJ30 x stand strike US26
HW Set #15 Door: 33 ..
3 Hinges FBB 179 WT 4'h x 6
1 Lock ML2255-CSM-MR 612
1 Closer 4111-N CUSH 691
3 Silencers
HW Set #16 Doors: 18, 35
1 Closer 4010-N 691
1 Magnet SEM 830 x voltage 691 (820 Door 18)
HW Set #17 Door: 24
3 Hinges FBB 168 WT 4'/2 x 5 US26
1 Pass ML2210-CSM-612/625 w�
1 Closer 4010-DEL 689
1 Stop 410-S
TOILET ROOM ACCESSORIES
1 Soap Dish B-680
1 Robe Hook B-671
2 Toilet Paper Holders B-685
1 Medicine Cabinet B-297
1 Curtain Rod B-207
3 Towel Bars B-674, lengths as shown
2 Grab Bars B-5806, 1%a in. diameter, peened, max. 1%2 in. from wall ...
2 Mirrors B-165 Series, as shown
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1 Closer 4010-N DEL 689 (691 Door 04)
3 Silencers
AM HW Set #6 Doors: 05, 10
3 Hinges FBB 179 4%2 x 4112 US10 (US26 Door 10)
1 Lockset ML2230 - CSM - 612/625
on 1. O.H. Stop 410-S
3 Silencers
HW Set #7 Door: 06
3 Hinges FBB 168 4112 x 4Y2 US26D
1 Closer 4010-N 689
1 Pull 106 x 70B 320
1 Kick 6 x 34 US320
1 Push 70B 16 x 16 US32D
1 Stop 402B26D
3 Silencers
gee HW Set #8 Door: 11
6 Hinges FBB 179 3112 x 31/2 US10
2 Pulls 102 US10
2 Roller latch GJ30 x stand strike US10
HW Set #9 Door: 12
3 Hinges FBB 168 WT 4112 x 6 US10
1 Pass ML2210-CSM-612
1 Closer 4010-N 691
1 Stop 402B10
3 Silencers
HW Set #10 Doors: 13, 14, 22, 23, 32, 30
3 Hinges FBB 179 WT 41/2 x 6 US10
1 Lock ML2265-CSM-MR-612
1 Stop 410-S
1 Stop 402B10 (doors 22 & 23 only)
3 Silencers
HW Set #11 Doors: 15, 21
40 6 Hinges FBB 168 WT 41/2 x 6 US10
1 Pass ML2210-CSM-612
2 Closer 4010-N 691
2 Magnets SEM 830 x voltage 691
2 Stops 402B10
2 Kicks 6 x 31 US10
1 Coordinator 900-72 FP
40 2 Auto Flush Bolts 356B10
HW Set #12 Door: 16
3 Hinges FBB 199 4%2 x 4112 US10 NRP
1 Panic CD99NL-US10 x cyl.
1 Closer 4111-N CUSH 691
1 Kick 6 x 30 US 10
1 Weatherstrip 303 GS 32" x 80" +/-
""' 1 Sweep 315 GS 32
1 Threshold 171 B-32
HW Set #13 Doors: 20, 31, 34
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1 Pass ML2210-CSM-612
1 Closer 4010-N
1 Magnet SEM 830 x voltage 691
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placed in a file folder to be turned over to the Owner when the building is accepted. Included
shall be at least five each of any special adjusting and/or installation tools furnished with the
hardware by the manufacturers. 4W
3.02 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
A. Adjust and check each operating time of hardware to ensure correct operation and function. ..
Units which cannot be adjusted to operate as intended for the application made shall be replaced.
B. Final adjustment: Wherever hardware installation is made more than one month prior to building
acceptance or occupancy of a space or area, the installer shall return to the work during the week
prior to acceptance or occupancy and make final check and adjustment of all hardware items. "M
Hardware shall be cleaned as necessary to restore correct operation, function and finish. Door
control devices shall be adjusted to compensate for final operation of heating and ventilating
equipment. 4W
3.03 HARDWARE SCHEDULE
A. The following is a general listing of hardware requirements and is not intended for use as a final wo
hardware schedule. Any items of hardware required by established standards or practices, or to
meet state and local codes shall be furnished whether or not specifically called out in the following
listed groups.
HW Set #1 Door: 08
2 Hinges 501-88"
1 Panic CD99NL-US10 x cyl.
1 Panic CD99NL-BE US10 x cyl. ...
1 Mullion 4954 - 7'4"
2 Closer 4111-N CUSH 691
2 Stop 444B10
2 Weatherstrip 303 GS 36" x 88" +/-
1 Threshold 172 B-72"
2 Kicks 6 x 34 US10
HW Set #2 Door: 07 ..
2 Hinges 501-88"
2 Closers 4010-N 691
2 Push 76 4 x 16 US10
2 Pull 148 x 76 US10
2 Kicks 6 x 34 US10
2 Stop 4441310
2 Silencers
HW Set #3 Door: 01
3 Hinges FBB 191 4'/z x 43h NRP US10
1 Panic 99NL-US10 x cyl.
1 Closer 4111-N H CUSH 691
1 Weatherstrip 303 GS 32" x 80" +/-
1 Threshold 171 B-32"
1 Sweep 315 GN-32
1 Rain Drip 345 B-36
HW Set #4 Door: 02
3 Hinges FBB 168 5 x 5 US26D
1 Lockset ML2242 - CSM - 612
1 Closer 4010-N DEL 689
3 Silencers
HW Set #5 Doors: 03, 04
3 Hinges FBB 168 4'/z x 4'/z US260 (US10 Door 04)
1 Lockset ML2242 - CSM - MR 626/612
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1. Locks and Latches: Corbin Russwin.
2. Panics: Von Duprin.
qW 3. Closers: L.C.N.
B. Hardware shall comply with applicable requirements of Mass. Architectural Barriers Board;
NFPA 101; BHMA/ansi 156 series, Grade 1; and ADA requirements.
on C. Furnish all screws, bolts and fasteners required to properly install hardware. Where possible,
fasteners shall be concealed from view. Material and finish of visible fasteners shall match
hardware.
D. All hardware to be supplied with the proper length thru bolts, spindles, etc. to accommodate
specific thickness of doors.
E. All strikes are to be of sufficient length as to clear trim work.
F. Finish:
► 1. Match existing finishes, as scheduled.
2. All locks with split finish are to have bronze 612-US10 on common hall side. Stainless steel,
polished chrome are to be on Kitchen/Bath-Utility side.
2.02 KEYING
A. All cylinders shall be set to an existing masterkeying system. interchangeable core.
B. All exterior door hardware to be equipped with removable core 6 pin, to match hardware keyed
to Owner's existing system.
C. All locks are to be keyed and masterkeyed as directed by Owner All bitings from such keying
must be delivered by return receipt mail or messenger to Lock Shop to ensure permanent record.
2.03 TOILET ACCESSORIES
A. For purposes of designating type and quality of Work, specifications are based on products of
Bobrick.
B. Products of other manufacturers shall fully match type and quality of product specified.
C. Alternate Acceptable Manufacturers: A & J Washroom, American Dispenser, Bradley.
D. Quantities to be determined by the Drawings.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSTALLATION
A. Mount hardware units at heights indicated in "Recommended Locations for Builders Hardware"
by the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI), except if otherwise specifically indicated or to comply
as with requirements of governing regulations, requirements for the handicapped, or if otherwise
directed by the Architect.
B. All hardware shall be installed by tradesmen skilled in the application of commercial grade
hardware.
40 C. Install each hardware item in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations. Securely fasten all parts to be attached. Fit faces of mortised parts snug and
flush. Make sure all operating parts move freely and smoothly without binding, sticking or
40 excessive clearance. Wherever cutting and fitting is required to install hardware onto or into
surfaces which are later to be painted or finished in another way, the hardware shall be remove
and stored prior to the painting or finishing. Items shall then be reinstalled only when the finishes
have been completed on the surface to which the hardware is to be applied.
we D. Existing doors to be fitted with new hardware must have the butts properly mortised and
shimmed so as not to cause binding at stop and to maintain a 1/8" gap at latch edge of door. This
is to maintain proper function of lock sets.
An E. At exterior doors and elsewhere as indicated, set thresholds in a bed of sealant as specified in
Section 07900 to completely fill concealed voids and exclude moisture from every source. Do not
plug drain holes or block weeps. Remove excess sealant.
F. After installation, representative templates, instruction sheets and installation details shall be
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10.5 ADJUSTMENT OF COST
A. Should the cost of this hardware be more than the Allowance sum, the Owner will pay to the
General Contractor such difference, processed as a Change Order. If the cost is less than the
Allowance sum, the General Contractor will credit the Owner with the difference.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. The finish hardware supplier shall, after award of a formal contract, submit to the Architect, four
(4) complete typewritten copies of the proposed finish hardware schedule for approval. This
schedule shall be prepared using the "Sequence and Format for the Hardware Schedule" as
approved and recommended by the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI). After approval of the .f
schedule the, hardware supplier shall provide six (6) copies of this approved schedule to the
Architect for file and distribution purposes. Hardware will not be ordered by the hardware
supplier until an approved schedule has been received. MW
B. When submitting schedules for approval, include two manufacturer's cut sheets on each hardware
item proposed. Index it with the use of numbers or letters or a combination of both,with the
hardware schedule. The index numbers/letters are to be in the right had column on the same line
as the respective manufacturer's numbers. All manufacturers' numbers shall be indexed even
when appearing more than once.
C. Include a separate keying schedule which is the result of a key meeting attended by the Architect,
Owner and hardware supplier.
D. Templates: The hardware supplier shall provide necessary templates and/or physical hardware to
all trades requiring them in order they may cut, reinforce or otherwise prepare their material or
product to receive the hardware item. If physical hardware is required by any manufacturer, the
hardware supplier shall ship to them such hardware via prepaid freight in sufficient time to
prevent any delay in the execution of their work.
1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING ..
A. All items of hardware to be delivered to the job site shall be completely packaged with all
necessary screws, bolts, miscellaneous parts, instructions and where necessary installation
templates for manufacturers' suggested installation. They are to be clearly labeled so as to am
conveniently identify them and their intended location in the building.
B. A representative of the General Contractor shall receive the hardware when delivered at the job
site. A dry locked storage space complete with shelving, shall be set aside for the purpose of am
unpacking, sorting out, checking and storage.
C. F'mish hardware shall be delivered to the General Contractor by the hardware supplier. Direct
factory shipments to the job site are not acceptable. The hardware shall be jointly inventoried by
representatives of the General Contractor and the hardware supplier. 4W
D. Items damaged in shipment shall be replaced promptly and with proper material without
additional cost to the General Contractor. All hardware shall be handled in a manner to minimize
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1.08 WARRANTY
A. The finish hardware shall carry a limited warranty against defects in workmanship and operation Aw
for a period of two years from date of acceptance. No liability is to be assumed where damage or
faulty operation is due to abuse, improper usage, improper installation or failure to exercise
normal maintenance. Door Closures shall have a ten year warranty.
Mortise locks shall have a one year limited warranty. ow
Door closers shall have a ten year limited warranty.
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2.01 GENERAL
A. For the purposes of continuing maintenance, the following hardware is to be as listed, no
substitutions taken:
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PART I
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. The General Contractor shall allow the sum of $11,000 in the Base Bid to cover the net cost of
the Finish Hardware. The above stipulated sum does not include the General Contractor's profit
or installation cost. Refer to Instructions to Bidders for further information.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
B. Section 08100: Doors and Frames.
40 C. Section 08800: Glass and Glazing.
1.03 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
40 A. Finish Hardware: Hardware used in building construction but particularly that used on or in
connection with doors, frames, cabinets and other movable members. It also has a finished
appearance as well as functional purpose and may be considered as a part of the decorative
treatment of a room or building.
as B. The following door hardware is listed elsewhere in these specifications and shall not be a
requirement of this division:
1. Cabinet hardware
4 2. Window hardware and operators
3. Hand rail brackets
4. Shelf hardware
40 5. All rough hardware
6. Transformers, junction boxes, wire and hook-up of electrical hold opens and closers
C. Toilet Accessories: See Schedule at end of this Section.
W 1.04 REFERENCES
A. Finish hardware in this section shall meet the following standards as established by the American
National Standards Institute, Inc. (ANSI) which is sponsored by the Builders Hardware
40 Manufacturers Association, Inc. (BHMA). Product tests are to be administered by the ETL
Testing Laboratories, Inc., or other official testing laboratories which have been designated by
BHMA for the testing of ANSI standards. The standards latest revision will be in effect.
Materials& Finishes BHMA 1301
go Butts & Hinges ANSI A156.1
Locks & Lock Trim ANSI A156.2
Exit Devices ANSI A156.3
40 Door Controls - Closers ANSI A156.4
Auxiliary Lock & Assoc. Products ANSI A156.5
Architectural Door Trim ANSI A156.6
go Template Hinge Dimensions ANSI A156.7
Door Controls - Overhead Holders ANSI A156.8
Power Operated Pedestrian Doors ANSI A156.10
Mortise Locks & Latches ANSI A156.13
w B. Listed Hardware which is to be installed in or on fire labeled doors and frames, Class A or lesser,
single or pairs, shall be tested and listed by Underwriters Laboratories and/or Warnock Hersey
Fire Laboratories Division. Exit devices which are to be used as panic hardware shall be tested
40 and listed in Underwriters Laboratories "Accident Equipment List - Panic Hardware". All listed
hardware shall be in compliance with National Fire Protection Associates (NFPA) Standard
Number 80 and be properly stamped or labeled for easy identification.
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3.01 INSPECTION
A. Verify rough openings are correctly sized and located.
B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing conditions. go
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Prepare opening to permit correct installation of window unit and air and vapor barrier seal. .,
3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Install windows in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Maintain alignment with adjacent work. Secure assembly to frame openings without distortion
or stress.
C. Coordinate insulation of empty window weight spaces around unit perimeter as specified in
Section 07200. ..
D. Install sealant and related backing materials at exterior at time of installation. Interior sealants
as specified in Section 07900.
E. Install perimeter trim and closures. .e
F. Close and latch operating sash.
3.04 TOLERANCES
A. Plumb and Level: Plus or minus 1/8 inch from true measurement.
B. Longitudinal or Diagonal Warp: Plus or minus 1/8 inch from 10 foot straight edge.
3.05 CLEANING
A. Clean window frames and glass.
B. Remove labels and visible markings.
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 MATERIALS SUPPLIED BY OWNER
A. New wood clad double hung, fixed, awning and casement windows.
B. Half screens for all operable windows.
1.02 MOCKUP
A. Prepare mockup under provisions of Section 01400.
B. Install window unit in typical exterior wall assembly.
C. Mockup to determine acceptability of installed window unit for installation methods.
D. Approved mockup will represent minimum quality for the Work, and remain as part of the
Work.
1.10 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Windows will be inspected for damage by Owner and Supplier upon delivery to jobsite, and all
damaged units replaced.
B. Any damage which occurs after initial delivery to be the responsibility of the General
Contractor.
C. Store and handle windows, panels, hardware and other equipment in compliance with
manufacturers' instructions.
D. Protect units against damage from the elements, construction activities, and other hazards before,
during, and after installation.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 WOOD WINDOW UNITS
A. Types
40 1. Double hung:
a. standard: 6 over 1 fight
b. other: arched top sash; sash infilled with panels (for insert of fans and louvers by
40 others), and other custom units to match existing sash.
2. Awning.
3. Casements.
go 4. Fixed panels and other custom units to match existing sash, (for insert of fans and louvers
by others).
B. Half Screens: charcoal tinted, aluminum mesh.
C. Glass:. 5/8" thick insulating, low-E, argon filled glass, tempered as required. Designated units to
4W have top and bottom glass translucent (r=transparent) for privacy.
D. White clad wood, with primed interior. Standard thickness 5" jamb.
E. Muntins: 7/8" wide wood muntins bonded to roomside of the insulating glass and extruded
+ws aluminum muntins bonded to exterior side of insulating glass. Muntin bars aligned directly over
a foam spacer grid between the two panes of glass..
F. Hardware
1. One check lock and sash lift, factory installed on sash. Each sash shall have two pivot
lock mechanism, of premium grade steel, fastened with stainless steel screws, which
permit each sash to pivot inward for washing. Each sash shall have two spring balances,
factory installed, semi-concealed, in vertical channels on each side of the jamb liner.
G. Pella "Architect Series" as manufactured by Pella Corp., Pella IA.
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C. Seal tops, bottoms, and cut-outs of unprimed wood doors with coat of varnish or equivalent
sealer, immediately upon delivery to job.
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3.02 INSTALLATION
A. Condition doors to average prevailing humidity in installation area prior to hanging.
on B. Install wood doors to comply with manufacturer's instructions and of referenced AWI standard
and as indicated. Install fire-rated doors in corresponding fire-rated frames in accordance with
requirements of NFPA No. 80.
C. Installed edge clearances: 1/8 inch at jambs,and heads; 1/4 inch above threshold; 3/4 inch
Mw between bottom of door frame and bottom of door.
3.03 ADJUST AND CLEAN
A. Rehang or replace doors which do not swing or operate freely, as directed by the Architect.
B. Refinish or replace doors damaged during installation, as directed by Architect.
C. Institute protective measures as recommended and accepted by door manufacturer to assure that
wood doors will be without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.
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1. Top and bottom rails shall be 5 inches wide, fire retardant hardwood, suitable for
attaching a surface applied closer with #12 1-1/2 inch threaded-to-the head steel screws
and producing over 700 pounds per screw withdrawal resistance. am
2. Stiles shall be 5/8 inch wide, fire retardant treated, multi-ply hardwood. Veneer banding
on stiles shall match the face veneers.
3. Lockblocks shall be 4-1/2 inches by 10 inches, fire retardant treated.
4. Face veneers shall be plain sliced maple or birch, suitable for paint, AWI Grade I,
NWMA Grade Good, all veneers shall be smooth, tight-cut and full length. Hardwood
cross bands and face veneer shall be bonded to the core with exterior resin glue.
5. Built-up stiles, rails, and mouldings: Clear maple, glued and screwed through with screw
heads plugged.
B. Custom wood frames: to be constructed of clear, white pine, AWI Quality, custom width as
shown on the Drawings. ,..
C. Exterior solid wood glazed doors: equal to Morgan #Pine M7984-9R, "Stabilized Energy Saver"
doors, 1'/4"thick, with minimum 11/6" thick panels and 5%" wide stiles.
D. Non-rated solid wood panelled doors: equal to Morgan "High Style" Ponderosa Pine exterior
doors, 4 panelled, "Madison", M7411, 1'/4"thick, and 5%" wide stiles.
E. Louvered linen closet door: equal to Morgan M-611, 1%" thick, Ponderosa Pine.
2.03 METAL FRAMES FOR GLAZING MW
A. All glazing frames (rated): equal to Anemostat Products Division, Dynamics Corp. of America
Model FGS-75-G steel frames, UL fisted. 18 gauge frame, 3/4 x 3/4 inch steel mullions welded
head, sill and jambs. Provide enamel finish, color to be selected.
2.04 METAL FRAMES
A. Acceptable manufacturers
1. Copco Door Co.
2. Ceco Corp.
3. Republic Steel Co.
B. Substitutions under provisions of Section 01600.
C. Steel frames, including glazing stops and reinforcement shall be of profile shown on the
Drawings, formed from new commercial quality steel.
1. Interior frames shall be fabricated from cold or hot rolled steel, ASTM A366 or A569.
2. Pressed steel shall be of the following minimum gauges:
a. Interior frames, except as specified otherwise: 16 ga.
b. Interior frames for openings wider than 4 ft. and label doors: 16 ga.
C. Frame splines and wall anchors: same ga. as frames.
d. Reinforcements: 3/16 inch by size; required.
e. Subframes, extension, internal reinforcements, and other items not specified: 14
ga. ..4
D. Door frames shall be welded, with mitered corners welded on inside surface. Grind joints
smooth and uniform.
E. Rubber Silencers: Resilient rubber.
F. Finishes:
1. Frames: 0.60 oz/sq ft galvanized.
2. Primer: Baked on, zinc chromate type.
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 PREPARATION WORK
A. Doors shall be properly packaged and protected during shipment and installation. ,161
B. All door frames are to be properly installed with square comers, plumb sides, level at head,
securely attached to rough openings in walls and to floors and of proper size and handle as
scheduled and shown on Drawings. Do not install doors in improperly installed frames.
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Solid core flush veneer doors, fire rated, with custom applied "panels".
B. Wood panelled doors.
C. Steel and wood frames for doors.
D. Glazing panels in doors.
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1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
40 B. Section 08700: Hardware.
C. Section 08800: Glass and Glazing.
E. Section 09900: Painting.
s 1.03 REFERENCES/QUALITY ASSURANCE.
A. AWI - Quality Standards of Architectural Woodwork Institute, Section 1300: "Architectural
Flush Doors."
B. ANSI/NWMA ISS.1: "Industry Standard for Wood Flush Doors."
C. ASTM E152.
D. Underwriters Laboratory.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings and product data under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Indicate door elevations, fire rating (UL label), stile and rail reinforcement, internal blocking for
hardware attachment, and cutouts for glazing.
1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND PROTECTION
am A. Protect products under provisions of Section 01600.
B. Package, deliver, and store doors in accordance with AWI requirements.
40 1.07 WARRANTY
A. Provide two year fabricator's warranty under provisions of Section 01700, which shall also
include reinstallation which may be required due to repair or replacement of defective doors
where defect was not apparent prior to hanging.
4' B. Contractor shall be responsible for replacement or refinishing of doors where Contractor's work
contributed to rejection or to voiding of manufacturer's warranty.
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PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 FLUSH DOOR MANUFACTURERS
40 A. Weyerhauser Company.
B. Eggers Industries, Architectural Door Division.
C. Algoma Hardwoods, Inc.
D. Substitutions under provisions of Section 01600.
2.02 FLUSH FACED DOORS
A. Fire rated, flush faced, solid core wood doors shall be Algoma "Superfire Door System" doors as
manufactured by Algoma Hardwoods or equal. Doors shall have mineral core construction, 1-
3/4 inches thick, and bear the appropriate UL label for the fire resistance classification indicated
on the door schedule.
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E. Apply sealant within recommended application temperature ranges. Consult manufacturer when
sealant cannot be applied within these temperature ranges.
ate' F. Install sealant free of air pockets, foreign embedded matter, ridges, and sags.
G. Tool joints concave.
3.04 CLEANING AND REPAIRING
A. Clean work under provisions of Section 01700.
B. Clean adjacent soiled surfaces.
C. Repair or replace defaced or disfigured finishes caused by work of this Section.
3.05 PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK
A. Protect finished installation under provisions of Section 01500.
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3.06 SCHEDULE
Location
A. Window perimeter Polyurethane
B. Door Frame/Walls Polyurethane
C. Under Thresholds Polyurethane, color: Black
D. Sink/Ceramic Tile Silicone, Fungus Resistant
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1.08 WARRANTY
A. Provide three year warranty under provisions of Section 01700.
B. Warranty: Include coverage of installed sealants and accessories which fail to achieve air tight .m
and watertight seal, exhibit loss of adhesion or cohesion, or do not cure.
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2.01 SEALANTS
A. Acrylic Sealant: Single component, solvent curing, non-staining, non-bleeding, non-sagging,
capable of continuous water immersion; color as selected by Architect. 4W
Elongation Capability 7.5 to 12 percent
Service Temperature Range -13 to 180 degrees F
Shore A Hardness Range 25 to 50
B. Polyurethane Sealant: 3 part epoxidized polyurethane terpolymer sealant, non-staining,
non-bleeding, capable of continuous water immersion, non-sagging type, equal to "Dymeric Plus"
by Tremco; color as selected by Architect.
Elongation Capability 20 percent
Service Temperature Range 40 to 180 degrees F
Shore A Hardness Range 20 to 35
C. Silicone Sealant: Single component, solvent curing, non- sagging, non-staining, fungus resistant,
non-bleeding; color as selected by Architect.
Elongation Capability 25 percent
Service Temperature Range -65 to 180 degrees F a,
Shore A Hardness Range 15 to 35
2.02 ACCESSORIES
A. Primer: Non-staining type, recommended by sealant manufacturer to suit application.
B. Joint Cleaner: Non-corrosive and non-staining type, recommended by sealant manufacturer;
compatible with joint forming materials.
C. Joint Backing: ANSI/ASTM D1056; round, closed cell polyethylene foam rod; oversized 30 to
50 percent larger than joint width.
D. Bond Breaker: Pressure sensitive tape recommended by sealant manufacturer to suit application.
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that surfaces are ready to receive work and field measurements are as shown on 4M
Drawings and recommended by the manufacturer.
B. Beginning of installation means installer accepts existing surfaces.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Clean and prime joints in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Remove loose materials and foreign matter which might impair adhesion of sealant.
C. Verify that joint backing and release tapes are compatible with sealant.
D. Perform preparation in accordance with ASTM U04 for solvent release or 0790 for latex base
sealants.
E. Protect elements surrounding the work of this Section from damage or disfiguration.
3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Install sealant in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Measure joint dimensions and size materials to achieve required width/depth ratios. .w.
C. Install joint backing to achieve a neck dimension no greater than 1/3 the joint width.
D. Install bond breaker where joint backing is not used.
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PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Preparing sealant substrate surfaces.
B. Sealant and backing.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 03000: Concrete.
B. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
nw C. Section 07200: Building Insulation.
D. Section 08100: Doors & Frames.
*a 1.03 REFERENCES
A. ANSI/ASTM D1056 - Flexible Cellular Materials - Sponge or Expanded Rubber.
B. ANSI/ASTM D1565 - Flexible Cellular Materials - Vinyl Chloride Polymers and Copolymers
(Open-Cell Foam).
C. ASTM C790 - Use of Latex Sealing Compounds.
D. ASTM C804 - Use of Solvent-Release Type Sealants.
E. ASTM C834 - Latex Sealing Compounds.
F. FS TT-C-00598 - Caulking Compound, Oil and Resin Base Type.
G. FS TT-S-001657 - Sealing Compound, Single Component, Butyl Rubber Based, solvent Release
Type.
H. FS TT-S-00227 - Sealing Compound: Elastomeric Type, Multi-Component.
I. FS TT-S-00230 - Sealing Compound: Elastomeric Type, Single Component.
J. FS TT-S-001543 - Sealing Compound, Silicone Rubber Base.
K. SWI (Sealing and Waterproofers Institute) - Sealant and Caulking Guide Specification.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data, samples, and manufacturer's installation instructions under provisions of
Section 01300.
B. Submit product data indicating sealant chemical characteristics, performance criteria, limitations,
color availability.
C. Submit samples 1 x 1 inches in size illustrating colors selected.
1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing the products specified in this Section with
we minimum three years experience.
B. Applicator: Company specializing in applying the work of this Section with minimum three years
experience.
40 C. Conform to Sealant and Waterproofers Institute requirements for materials and installation.
1.06 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Do not install solvent curing sealants in enclosed building spaces.
4", B. Maintain temperature and humidity recommended by the sealant manufacturer during and after
installation.
40 1.07 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate the work of this Section with all Sections referencing this Section.
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G. Tolerances: For exposed to view work, the following allowable installed tolerances are
allowable variations from locations and dimensions indicated by the Contract Document
and shall not be added to allowable tolerances indicated for other work.
1. Allowable Variation from True Plumb. Level & Line: +1/8" in 20'-0", except for
gutters which shall be slope uniformly at 1/32 inch per foot.
H. Repair: Repair minor damage to eliminate all evidence of repair. Remove and replace
work that cannot be successfully repaired.
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work, and conditions under which this work is to be performed and notify Contractor in
writing of all deficiencies and conditions detrimental to the proper completion of this work.
Beginning work means installer accepts substrates, previous work, and conditions.
B. Installation Requirements: Strictly comply with product manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations and standard details and recommendations of SMACNA, except where
more restrictive requirements are specified in this section.
1. Bed work in thick coating of sealant or roofing cement for watertight performance.
2. Do not permit roofing cement to run or drip out from under flashing under any
conditions.
3. Do not permit roofing cement to contact incompatible materials such as membrane
roofing.
4. Ensure that sealants and roof cement are compatible with related and adjacent
aw work.
5. Ensure that flashings are installed correctly and are watertight before covering or
concealing.
6. Oil-canning, buckling, tool marks, and other noticeable defects are not permitted.
7. Fold visible edges to form straight, accurately aligned teardrop hems.
8. Fabricate and install all work with uniform,watertight joints and seams.
9. Make seams and pints as invisible and inconspicuous as possible.
10. Isolate dissimilar materials with permanent separation approved by Architect.
11. Non-Moving Copper Joints: Fully solder non-moving copper seams and joints, and
neutralize flux after soldering. Make soldered joints neat and accurate matching
40 SMACNA "Architectural Sheet Metal, Manual", 4th edition, plate 99, details 14 and
15.
C. Concealed Through Wall Flashing: Provide concealed flashing at every obstruction to the
downward flow of water and to replace existing throughwall flashings in rebuilt masonry
and wood frame assemblies. Form and installl flashing to effectively control and divert
water to the exterior. Overlap and shingle flashings to best shed water. Coordinate
installation with all trades.
D. Exposed Sheet Metal Work: Securely anchor sheet metal work, but allow for thermal
movement. Use concealed fasteners to the greatest extent possible. Install work to be
permanently weatherproof and watertight.
E. Rain Drainage Installation: Install 6" double beaded 1/2 round 20 oz. gutters with soldered
joints and copper rod type hangers Ca-) 24 o.c. Secure hangers with (2) # 10 x 1 1/2"
stainless steel screws. Install gutters to comply with manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations.
an 1. Downspouts: Anchor a corrugated with soldered joint downspout to building
within 18 inches of each end and not more than 5 feet on center in between.
Maintain uniform alignment and elevation of anchors throughout project. Provide
ow shoe and concrete splash block at grade.
F. Flat Seam Roofing Installation: Provide 100 percent coverage of ice dam protection as
specified in Section 07350 over all decking under all sheet metal roofing.
40 1. Slip Sheet: Provide slip sheet of rosin paper over all ice dam protection to prevent
sheet metal roof from bonding to asphalt containing substrate.
2. Clips and Cleats: Securely nail attachment cleats and clips through roof decking
and sheathing, and space attachments at not more than 16 inches on center.
we 3. Seams: Form flat double locked seams and fold in direction to best shed water.
Solder seams which are subject to ponded water and all seams which are not
needed to be moving for expansion. Accurately align horizontal joints truly level,
as and stagger joints from row to row in a "running bond" pattern.
4. Expansion: Allow for expansion and contraction of all work with movement being
taken up at natural breaks such as the vertical seams.
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1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's
instructions and recommendations and industry standards. Protect from all possible w
damage. Sequence deliveries to avoid delays, but minimize on-site storage.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 SHEET METAL AND RELATED MATERIALS
A. Copper: Provide ASTM B370 cold rolled copper.
1. Gage: 20 ounce for all work including downspout offsets, except downspout
straight runs and ridge sheet metal caps may be 16 ounce.
2. Solder: Provide ASTM B32, 50/50 tin/lead solder with rosin flux.
3. Fasteners for Copper: Provide copper fasteners.
B. Joint Sealers: For moving joints, multi-part polyurethane sealant for typical exterior use.
C. Rosin Paper: Provide red rosin paper complying with Federal Spec. UU-B-790, Type 1,
Grade A, 6 pounds per 100 square feet.
D. Accessories: Provide all clips, cleats, straps, anchors and similar items necessary to
properly complete the work. Provide accessories that are compatible with sheet metal
materials used and which are of sufficient size and gage to perform as intended.
E. Splash Blocks: Precast concrete units.
2.03 FABRICATION
A. General Fabrication Requirements: Provide work to sizes, shapes, and profiles indicated on
approved shop drawings. Shop fabricate work to the greatest extent possible. Fabricate
work to be truly straight, plumb, level, and square, and to provide the best possible
watertight, weatherproof performance. Bend sheet metal with brake machines intended for
sheet metal work. Provide watertight expansion provisions in running work. Comply with
referenced standards.
B. Specific Fabrication Requirements: Except as indicated otherwise, provide work complying
with the following minimum requirements shown in the SMACNA Architectural Sheet •
Metal Manual:
1. Step Flashing.
2. Shingle Roof Valley Flashing: Install over ice dam protection. Flashing exposure ..
to match existing, Plate 61 modified without center water stop.
3. Shingle Roof Hip and Ridge Flashing: Plate 63, modified to match existing profile,
Figures A 8 E.
4. Shingle Roof Pipe Penetrations: Plate 71, Figure A.
5. Flat Seam Siding: Plate 119 with minimum 3/4 inch double flat locked seams.
6. Acceptable Locks and Seams: Plates 99 & 100, Numbers 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 14, 15,19,
25, & 29.
7. Provide copper rod type hangers for gutters, & new cast bronze hinged spike
hangers for downspouts.
8. Gutters: 20 ounce, 6" wide, 1/2 round with double bead.
C. Roof Penetration Flashing Caps: Provide custom formed, fully soldered and sealed flashing
caps to fit every roof penetration and other condition requiring flashing and capping.
Provide integral base sheet at least 12" square to flash into roof shingles. Provide copper
wire insect screen where needed to prevent insect intrusion. +e
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3.01 INSTALLATION
A. Pre-Installation Examination Required: The installer shall examine previous work, related
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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
aw A. The work of this section includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Providing throughwall (lashings at masonry work.
2. Providing metal flashings such as step flashings, base (lashings, counterflashings,
and flashings for slate shingle roofing. Provide 100 percent new fleshings for all
on cornice returns and drip bridges.
3. Providing metal rain drainage,gutters, downspouts, and splash blocks.
4. Providing metal "hi-hats", caps, and flashings at pipes, vents, and other penetrations
in through shingle and metal roofs.
5. Providing sheet metal roofing assemblies.
6. Installing bracket and pipe type snow guards at locations indicated on Roof Plan.
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1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Carefully examine all of the Contract Documents for requirements which affect the work of
on this Section. Other specifications sections which directly relate to the work of this section
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Section 04100 - Masonry Restoration; mortar bed for and coordination of
throughwall flashing.
2. Section 05700 - Miscellaneous Metals; tie backs and braces needing flashing and
coordination.
3. Section 07320 - Slate Roofing; ice dam protection flashing.
4. Section 07900 - Joint Sealers; sealant requirements and tests for compatibility.
1.03 INTENT
a A. The major intent of the work of this section is to control and divert water to the exterior
and keep the building interior dry for the life of the building.
1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Standard: Comply with applicable provisions of the following reference standard, except
where reference standards conflict or appear to conflict with other reference standards or
with requirements of the Contract Documents or with requirements of authorities having
XX jurisdiction, the most restrictive requirement is required. Where the language in any of the
reference standards is in the form of a recommendation or suggestion, such
recommendations or suggestions are mandatory and required under this Contract.
go 1. SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual, 4th edition., 1987
B. Coordination: Perform work of this section in coordination with other sections to provide
the highest quality work which best fulfills the intent requirements for this work.
as 1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, installation instructions, use limitations
and recommendations for each product used.
*ft B. Shop Drawings: Provide large scale shop drawings for fabrication,installation and erection
of all parts of the work. Provide large scale plans, elevations, and details of profiles, pints,
seams, anchorages, connections and accessory items.
40 C. Verification Samples: Submit at least two representative samples of each material that is to
be used in the work, showing the full range of color and finish variations expected.
1. Flashings: Provide samples having minimum area of 36 square inches.
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F. Seal to adjoining surfaces.
G. Continue membrane up vertical surfaces minimum 6 inches unless otherwise noted.
H. Seal items penetrating membrane with counterflashing membrane material.
I. Install flashings. Seal watertight to membrane.
J. Reinforce membrane with multiple thickness of membrane material over joints, whether joints
are static or moving.
K. Do not expose materials vulnerable to water or sun damage in quantities greater than can be
weatherproofed during same day.
3.03 WALKWAY INSTALLATION
A. Walkways shall be provided for protection from ice and for roof areas subject to foot traffic.
B. Install walkway pads over a protection layer.
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3.04 PROTECTION
A. Protect finished installation under provisions of Section 01500.
B. After installation, close off area to prevent unauthorized traffic.
3.05 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Inspection will be performed by firm appointed under provisions of Section 01400 for
compliance to the work of this Section.
3.06 FINAL CLEANING
A. Upon the completion of the Work, remove and from the premises all rubbish and accumulated
materials.
B. All stains and damage to the exterior finish of the building caused by faulty workmanship or
improper handling of materials in regard to the installation of roofing shall be cleaned or
removed and replaced.
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EPDM flashing; furnished to Section 07310 for fabrication and installation.
40 2.03 FASTENING MATERIALS
A. Metal Distribution Plate: 20 gauge,corrosion resistant, 2 inch, round plate
B. Fasteners: Self-tapping,corrosion resistant, nail-in type fasteners.
on C. Thinner and Cleaner: As recommended by adhesive manufacturer, compatible with sheet
membrane.
2.04 RELATED MATERIALS
so A. Sealants: As recommended by membrane manufacturer.
B. Wood Nailers:
1. Wood nailers shall be treated for fire and rot resistance (wolmanized or osmose treated),
iw #2 or better lumber. Creosote or asphaltic-treated lumber is not acceptable.
2. Wood nailers shall conform to Factory Mutual's Loss Prevention Data 1-49.
3. All wood shall have a maximum moisture content of 19% by weight on a dry weight
basis.
C. Vapor Retarders:
1. For use in a mechanically attached system shall meet identified code and/or insurance
requirements.
2. Are to be approved in writing by a vapor retarder manufacturer for intended use.
3. Are to be compatible with insulation and other accessories.
4. Shall be accepted by membrane manufacturer.
go D. Insulation:
1. Insulation shall be accepted by membrane manufacturer.
2. Supply polyisocyanurate insulation with fiberglass facers supplied by membrane
manufacturer, 25 psi density for use under walk pads.
40 3. Insulation(s) shall have a minimum "R" value of 18.
E. Fasteners for Securement of Insulation: Fastener plates and screws for use in anchors for wood
decks. Note: Plastic plates are not acceptable.
■r► F. Roof Walkpads: Provided by membrane manufacturer, 3/s" thick, traction bearing, 30" x 30"
black pads, adhered with approved cement.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSPECTION AND PREPARATION
A. Verify deck is clean and smooth, free of depressions, waves, or projections, properly sloped to
drains, valleys, or eaves.
B. Verify roof openings and penetrating elements through roof are solidly set, wood cant strips and
reglets are in place. Verify deck is supported and secured.
ew C. Do not apply roofing materials to damp, frozen, dirty, dusty, or deck surfaces unacceptable to
manufacturer.
D. Verify deck surfaces are dry and free of snow or ice. Confirm dry deck by moisture meter with
12 percent moisture maximum.
E. Ensure flatness and verify tight joints of deck.
3.02 MEMBRANE INSTALLATION
mw A. Install membrane roofing in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Apply adhesive at a rate of 60 sq.ft. /gal.
C. Roll out membrane. Bond sheet to substrate membrane disc except those areas directly over or
within 3 inches of a working crack or expansion joint. Work out air bubbles, wrinkles, and
fishmouths. Firmly press sheet into place without stretching.
D. Overlap edges and ends minimum 3 inches. Apply uniform bead of sealant to joint edge.
E. Shingle joints on sloped substrate in direction of drainage. Apply joint tape and seal.
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3. Technical acceptance from manufacturer.
G. Certification by producers of roofing and insulating materials that all materials supplied comply
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H. Certify that system specified meets all identified code and insurance requirements.
1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver products to site and store under provisions of Section 01600. .A
B. Store materials in weather protected environment clear of ground and moisture. Protect foam
board from direct sunlight exposure.
1.08 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Do not apply membrane during inclement weather or when air temperature is below 40 degrees
F.
B. Only as much of the new roofing as can be made weathertight each day, including all flashing
work, shall be installed each day.
C. All work shall be scheduled and executed without exposing the interior building areas to the
effects of inclement weather. The existing building and its contents shall be protected against all
risks.
D. All surfaces to receive new insulation, membrane, or flashings shall be thoroughly dry. Should
surface moisture occur, the Contractor shall provide the necessary equipment to dry the surface
prior to application.
1.09 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE M,
A. Convene a pre-installation conference one week prior to commencing work of this Section under
provisions of Section 01200.
B. Require attendance of parties directly affecting work of this Section
C. Review conditions of installation, installation procedures, and coordination required with related ow
work.
1.10 WARRANTY am
A. Provide ten year manufacturer's warranty under provisions of Section 01700.
B. Warranty: Include coverage of materials and installation and repair of damage resulting from
failure to resist penetration of moisture.
C. Roofing Contractor's Warranty: The roofing contractor shall supply the owner with a minimum sm
two-year workmanship warranty. In the event any work related to roofing, fleshings, or metal
work is found to be defective or otherwise not in accordance with the contract documents within
two years of substantial completion, the roofing contractor shall remove and replace at no cost no
the owner. The contractor's warranty obligation shall run directly to the owner, with a copy of
the warranty sent to the manufacturer.
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PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS AND PRODUCT.
A. Carlisle, Syntec Systems Inc. - .060 min. thick, EPDM membrane. am
B. Firestone Industrial Products Company - .060 min. thick, EPDM membrane.
C. Versaco (formerly Good Year) - .060 min. thick, EPDM membrane.
D. Substitutions: Under provisions of Section 01600. ow
2.02 MEMBRANE MATERIALS
A. Seaming Materials: As recommended by membrane manufacturer.
B. Flexible Flashing: 60 mil thick EPDM; perm rating of <2% maximum; tensile strength of 1200 �w
psi; elasticity of 50 percent with full recovery without set.
C. Special Flashing: 25 ga. metal, coated with .020 inch thick membrane material or equivalent
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SECTION 07500: MEMBRANE ROOFING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Rigid insulation.
B. Mechanically attached elastomeric sheet membrane roofing.
C. Flexible and metal (lashings.
D. Protective coatings.
E. Counter-flash membrane termination.
F. Roof pavers, at balconies and in access paths to roof mechanical equipment.
G. Sealants and adhesive.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 04500: Masonry Restoration.
4M B. Section 06100: Rough Carpentry: wood nailers and cants.
C. Section 07300: Slate Roofing.
D. Section 07600: Flashing and Sheet Metal
E. Section 07900: Joint Sealers: Sealants not in conjunction with roofing.
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1.03 INTENT
40 A. The major intent of the work of this Section in conjunction with Sections 07320 and 07620, is to
provide complete, new membrane roofs, which shed water and keep the building interior and
porches dry for the life of the building.
1.04 REFERENCES
A. ANSI/ASTM D412 - Rubber Properties in Tension.
B. ANSI/ASTM D746 - Brittleness Temperature of Plastics and Elastomers by Impact.
C. ASTM D624 - Rubber Property - Tear Resistance.
D. ASTM D822 - Practice for Operating Light and Water- Exposure Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type)
for Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Products.
E. ASTM D1004 - Initial Tear Resistance of Plastic Film and Sheeting.
F. ASTM D2240 - Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness.
G. ASTM E96 - Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.
1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Membrane Manufacturer: Company specializing in sheet roof membranes with three years
experience.
B. Applicator: Company specializing in installation of sheet roofing membranes authorized by
membrane manufacturer.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings and product data under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Samples of each material to be used in the roof system including each component manufacturer's
literature.
*� C. Written approval by the insulation manufacturer (as applicable) for use and performance of the
product in the proposed system.
D. Specimen copy of manufacturer's warranty.
E. Specimen copy of Contractor's warranty.
F. Dimensioned shop drawings which shall include:
1. Outline of roof and roof size.
2. Profile details of flashing methods for penetrations and terminations.
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9. Storm Anchors: Place wind storm anchors as required at bottom of state shingles
to align with shingle coursing. Hold storm anchor under two adjacent shingles and
after next course of shingles is installed and positioned over storm anchor, bend
storm anchor down to improve wind uplift resistance at shingle edge. Do not
overtighten storm anchors. Fabricate a sheet metal guide to ensure accurate and
proper position of storm anchors.
G. Final Inspection: Fully inspect completed work during a heavy rain or during heavy
artificial sprinklering. Inspect work from interior of attic and from exterior. Identify all
problems and leaks and make corrections approved by the Owner and Architect.
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3. Deck Repair: Inspect wood deck and identify all areas needing repair or
replacement. Comply with requirements of Section 06100.
4. In Wall Insulation: Under Alternate #3, coordinate installation of blown-in
insulation after old roofing is removed, prior to installation of new.
5. Field Flashing: Cover knot holes and significant gaps in the wood decking with
copper sheet metal flashing nailed to decking to permit expansion movement and to
provide a suitable base for roofing felts.
C. Coordination: Ensure proper sequence and interface of work. Coordinate slate roof
installation with flashing and sheet metal work to prevent leaks and to create a completely
40 watertight assembly. Build in sheet metal work and snow guards as the roofing work
progresses.
D. Ice Dam Protection: Prime and prepare substrates as recommended by ice dam protection
40 manufacturer. Install ice dam protection continuously and smoothly without wrinkles or
fish mouths. Shingle layers and rolls to best shed water. Make at least 3 inch overlaps at
horizontal seams, 6 inch overlaps at vertical seams, and 12 inch overlaps at patches. Locate
ice dam protection as follows:
1. Roof Edges: At all eaves and roof edges, provide one layer of ice dam protection
for at least two complete roll widths above roof edge.
2. Valleys, Hips, and Intersections of Roof Plane: Provide at least one full roll width
-' continuously under all metal valley flashing,completely over all hips, and
throughout each change of roof plane. Center overlaid resin paper slip sheets ice
dam protection over line of change of plane.
3. Crickets: Completely cover 100 percent of area with ice dam protection.
E. Underlayment (Roofing Felts): Securely nail roofing felt underlayment horizontally over
entire area of roof. Shingle and place layers to best shed water. Take special care at
comers and changes of plane to ensure that work effectively sheds water. Make at least 3
inch overlaps at horizontal seams, 6 inch overlaps at vertical seams, and 12 inch overlaps at
patches. Cut underlayment and shingle patches in to shed water.
F. Slate Shingle Installation: (Provide the highest quality installation possible.)
w 1. Layout: Provide grid of chalk lines to ensure accurate and straight coursing.
Layout work to match coursing, pattern, and exposure of existing slate.
2. Mix Stock: Blend and mix shingles to create a uniform appearance with no
noticeable unintended pattern of color variation.
3. General Requirements: Securely anchor each slate member with at least two nails.
Do not drive nails tight. Do not stress slates with nails. Conceal all nails from
view and from exposure to weather, except for highest courses. Cover all nails
? ' with plastic roof cement color matched to slate color. Avoid penetrating sheet
metal flashing with slate attachment nails. Provide minimum 3 inch head lap.
Provide centered side lap.
J 4. Changes of Plane and Penetrations: Cut and fit slate accurately and closely.
5. Roof Edge: Project slate 2 inches at eaves and 1 inch at gables. Provide double
course of slates at eave and provide a bevel cut pressure treated wood starter strip.
6. Valleys: Provide sheet metal valley flashing in valleys before installing slate.
Form valleys, maintain coursing and alignment through valley. Match SMACNA
Plate 61 modified without center water stop. Exposure of valley flashing to match
existing.
40 7. Hips: Provide mitered slates with concealed metal flashing at each course to match
SMACNA Plate 63, Figure, modified without cap slate.
S. Ridges with Exposed Sheet Metal Caps: For existing ridges with exposed sheet
40 metal caps, provide new sheet metal caps fabricate to match appearance of existing.
Provide continuous concealed flashing under the exposed metal cap. Make work
similar to SMACNA Plate 63, Figure A, except for cap profile. Lay ridge slates in
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the work will be performed dry and that substrates and materials will be dry.
B. Substrates: Proceed with work only when substrate construction and penetrating work is
complete. in
C. Conference: Convene a pre-installation conference to establish procedures to maintain
optimum working conditions and to coordinate this work with related and adjacent work.
Coordinate the installation of fleshings and sheet metal to create a watertight building. no
1.07 WARRANTY
A. Warranty: Provide written warranty sitmcd by Contractor and roofing subcontractor
agreeing to repair or replace non-performing work for the specified period. so
Non-performing work is defined to be any work which exhibits evidence of failure or
problem such as, without limitation, water leakage into the building, loose components,
missing components, cracked and damaged components, and other defects and problems. .w
B. Warranty Period: On slate and copper work, 5 years from date of Final Completion.
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2.01 MATERIALS SUPPLIED BY OWNER
A. Slate: Furnished by Owner for installation by Contractor. Slate for main roof is 12" x 18",
slate for valleys, 14" x 18" and slate for dormers is 8" x 16", non-fading, Grey Vermont, %a"
thick, punched. Do not waste material.
B. Metal Roof Hatch: Bilco roof hatch, Type 5-50.
C. Snow Guards: Copper pipe snow guards.
2.02 MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS SUPPLIED HEREIN:
A. Roofing Felt: Provide No. 60, nonperforatcd, asphalt saturated organic felt complying with
ASTM D226.
B. Nails for Felt: Provide hot dip galvanized roofing nails with 3/8 inch minimum diameter
heads and barbed shanks.
C. Nails for Slate: Provide hard copper slater's roofing nails with 3/8 inch minimum diameter
heads and barbed shanks of sufficient length to completely penetrate decking.
D. Ice Dam Protection: Provide one of the following:
1. GAF "WeatherWatch" Ice and Water Barrier.
2. W. R. Grace "Ice and Water Shield". ..■
3. CertainTeed, "Winterguard".
E. Wind Clips/Storm Anchors/Slate Hooks: Provide 3/32 inch shaft diameter stainless steel
slate hooks. •�•�
F. Metal Flashing: Supplied by Section 07620.
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3.01 PREPARATION & INSTALLATION
A. Inspection: The Installer shall examine substrates, supports, and conditions under which
this work is to be performed and notify Contractor, in writing, of conditions detrimental to .�
the proper completion of the work. Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory
conditions are corrected. Beginning work means Installer accepts substrates and conditions.
B. Remove Existing Roof System: Carefully remove existing roof system. Do not damage
lower parts of building nor permit roof materials to fall uncontrolled to ground.
1. Salvage: Contractor (or General Contractor) may retain any rights to the salvage
value of all roofing and flashing material removed. ,
2. Clean Substrate: Clean substrates of all existing roofing materials, projections,
nails, and substances which could damage new roof system.
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SECTION 07320: SLATE ROOFING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The work of this section includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Completely remove all existing roofing, underlayment felts, and metal (lashings.
2. Provide a complete, waterproof slate roofing system.
3. Remove existing skylight at West side of roof and roof over the opening.
No 4. Remove existing roof hatch, prepare opening, and install and flash new aluminum
roof hatch at existing roof hatch location.
me 1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Carefully examine all of the Contract Documents for requirements which affect the work of
this section. Other specifications sections which directly relate to the work of this section
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Section 02072 - Demolition; (of non-roofing materials).
2. Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry; deck repairs.
3. Section 07200 - Building Insulation
4. Section 07500 - Membrane Roofing
5. Section 07620 - Flashing and Sheet Metal; metal [lashing, metal roofing, and rain
drainage.
1.03 INTENT
A. The major intent of the work of this Section, in conjunction with Section 07500 and 07620,
is to provide a complete, new slate and copper roofing system, to shed water to the exterior
and keep the building interior dry.
1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer: A firm which has at least five years experience in work of the type required by
this section and which is acceptable to the Owner.
B. In-Place Samples: Before beginning primary work of this section, provide typical in-place
samples of each item and type of work at locations acceptable to owner and obtain owner's
acceptance of visual qualities.
1. Size of Sample: 4' x 4'
2. Intent of Sample: The intent of the in-place sample is to obtain approval of a
typical installation as early as possible so that problems, if any, can be corrected
before the problem is repeated.
3. Sample Disposition: Acceptable in-place samples may be incorporated into the
air finished work. Protect and maintain acceptable in-place samples throughout the
work of this section to serve as criteria for acceptance of the work.
4. Reference Standards: Comply with applicable requirements and recommendations
we of National Roofing Contractors Association Steep Roofing Manual and referenced
plates from SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual, 4th edition., 1987.
1.05 STORAGE AND HANDLING
"* A. Store and handle materials in a manner to prevent all damage and deterioration. Protect
materials from all possible damage. Sequence deliveries to avoid delays, but minimize
on-site storage.
1.06 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Weather: Perform work only when existing and forecasted weather conditions ensure that
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2. Acceptable Manufacturer: Amoco Foam Products Co., "Amofoam-CM"; UC Industries,
"Foamular"; Dow Chemical Co., "Styrofoam".
C. Non-expanding Gap Insulation:
1. Foam-in-place in existing weight pockets and perimeter of new windows and exterior
doors.
2. Acceptable Manufacturers: Insta-Foam Products, Inc. "Insta-Seal"; W. R. Grace, "Poly-
Cel."; or Convenience Products, "Touch-N-Seal Quick". ..�
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 PREPARATION
A. Installer must examine substrates and conditions under which insulation work is to be performed
and must notify the Contractor, in writing, of unsatisfactory conditions. Do not proceed with
insulation work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in a manner acceptable to the
Installer.
3.02 INSTALLATION
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A. General:
1. Extend insulation full thickness over entire area to be covered unless indicated otherwise.
2. Cut and fit insulation, where required, tightly around all obstructions so no voids exist in
insulation course.
3. Comply with manufacturer's instruction for particular condition of use and type of
insulation and accessory items.
4. Consult manufacturer's representative for specific instructions, if instructions are not
applicable to conditions of use.
B. Exterior Surface Rafters:
1. Use 3/8" head nails or 3/4" crown staples to attach insulation to substrate.
2. Position insulation and insure all butt joints occur over studs or sills.
3. Attach to substrate 8" o.c. horizontally along headers and 12" o.c. vertically along rafters.
4. Tightly butt all boards together and fill any gaps where insulation is not tightly fitted with
gap insulation to insure full thermal resistance of insulating system.
C. Cellulose Blown-In:
1. Plug or screen all holes through which insulation might escape or dust out into occupied
spaces or ventilation air spaces. ,
2. Use automatic or hand feed pneumatic blowing machine for maximum R-value in existing
cavities.
3. Plug all holes bored through existing sheathing prior to completion of roofing.
D. Gap Insulation:
1. Install around entire perimeter of new windows, doors, electric boxes, ducts, fans, piping
and other exterior wall and ceiling penetrations.
2. Foam Method: .w
a. Control flow of material to prevent buckling window jambs, yet fully fill up voids..
b. Use temporary blocking as necessary.
C. Excessively tight window sash will be cause for rejection if more than 15 lbs. of ,.
operating pressure is required to open or close windows.
d. Perform remedial action required to loosen windows at no cost to Owner.
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40 PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Foamed in insulation on window-weight pockets.
go B. Miscellaneous wall and gap insulation.
C. Alternate No. 3: Attic and roof insulation, including blow-in insulation in roof spaces, and attic
flooring , and rigid insulation installed across upper rafters.
on 1.02 ALTERNATES
A. Refer to Section 01030 for effect on the work of this Section.
*r 1.03 RELATED WORK
A. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
B. Section 07300: Slate Roofing.
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1.04 REFERENCES
A. ANSI/ASTM C209 - Insulating Board (Cellular Fiber), Structural and Decorative.
B. ANSI/ASTM D2842 - Water Absorption of Rigid Cellular Plastics.
®M C. ASTM E96 - Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.
D. FS L-P-375 - Plastic Film, Flexible, Vinyl Chloride.
E. FS HH-I-524 - Insulation Board, Thermal (Polystyrene).
F. FS HH-1-530 - Insulation Board, Thermal (Polyisocyanurate).
G. ANSI/ASTM C549 - Perlite Loose Fill Insulation.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data and manufacturer's installation instructions under provisions of Section
01300.
B. Certified Tests: With product data, submit copies of certified test report showing compliance
with specified performance values, including k-values, (aged values for plastic insulations),
densities, compression strengths, burning characteristics, per ratings water absorption ratings, and
similar ratings.
1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. General Protection: Protect insulation materials from weather and,construction processes. Do
not allow insulation to become wet or soiled. Comply with precautions and recommendations of
to the manufacturer.
B. Protection for Plastic Insulation: Do not expose to sunlight, except to the extent necessary for
period of installation and concealment. Protect against ignition at all times.
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,m 2.01 MATERIALS
A. Cellulose Insulation:
1. Type FS HH-I-515D,UL Class 1 or FM Labeled, equal to "Thermo Cel" by National
Fiber, Inc., Belchertown MA, R=3.77/inch, min. 19% chemical loading.
40 2. Loose Fill Application: Provide factory mixed material, blown in according to
manufacturer's instructions to maximum thickness in existing cavities.
3. Do not use sulfated materials No formaldehydes.glass fibers or asbestos allowed.
� 4. Pest Control: EPA approved pesticide licensed by HJH Chemicals, Inc.,with min. 23%
chemical loading dry weight.
B. Rigid Board:
1. Extruded polystyrene, min. 25 psi compressive strength, tongue and groove or ship lap for
40 wall sheathing.
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D. Clean glass of window units promptly after installation. Institute protection required through
remainder of construction period, to ensure that window units will not be damaged or
deteriorate, other than normal weathering through Substantial Completion. .�
E. Protect finished installation under provisions of Section 01500.
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C. Cover exposed edges of plywood shelving site made casework with hardwood edging. Width of
edging to match thickness of shelving.
D. Use purpose designed fixture attachments for wall mounted components.
E. Use threaded steel concealed joint fasteners to align and secure adjoining cabinet units, counter
tops, and shelving.
F. Permanently fix cabinet and counter bases to floor using appropriate angles and anchorages.
G. Carefully scribe casework which abuts other building materials, leaving gaps of 1/32 inch
maximum. Do not use additional overlay trim for this purpose.
H. Counter-sink anchorage devices at exposed locations used to wall mount components, and
on conceal with solid plugs of species to match surrounding wood. Finish flush with surrounding
surfaces.
I. Install hardware supplied by Section 08700 in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
3.06 DOOR & FRAME INSTALLATION
A. Comply with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations for installation of manufactured
units.
on B. Set units plumb, level, and true to line, without warp or rack of frames or sash. Provide proper
support and anchor securely in place.
no 3.07 WINDOW INSTALLATION
A. Windows are to be installed as detailed on the Drawings, through the jambs, behind the
removable spring balance insert.
B. Window weight voids to be insulated fully with spray-in foam, as specified in Section 07200,
Building Insulation. Check existing jambs and head for square and plumb. Beginning of
installation means acceptance of existing substrate.
C. Coordinate installation with sealant section, as unit to be sealed at time of insertion.
' D. Install sash pulls and locks supplied by Owner.
E. Units to operate with 15 lbs. of force.
F. Provide sample installation for approval prior to proceeding with other replacements.
G. Tolerances: unit frame to fit tight, with not more than 1/2" overall, side to side or top to
bottom.
H. Note: Existing conditions at windows vary widely, and are not possible to fully document.
Contractor is expected to work with those conditions, and to bid the job to allow for variations
on in actual conditions. If existing window frames or sills are found to be structurally unsound due
to rot or other deterioration, do not proceed until adverse conditions have been inspected and
repairs approved.
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3.08 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL TOLERANCES.
A. The following standards shall apply, unless matching existing conditions which shall prevail:
1. Plumb and level: 1/8 in. in 8 ft.
2. Offset in surface alignment: Max. 1/16 in.
3. Offset in revealed adjoining surfaces: max. 1/8 in.
3.09 PREPARATION FOR SITE FINISHING
A. Set exposed fasteners. Apply wood filler in exposed fastener indentations. Sand work smooth.
B. Site Finishing: Refer to Section 09900.
3.10 ADJUSTMENT, CLEANING, FINISHING, AND PROTECTION
A. Adjust joinery for uniform appearance.
B. Adjust operating sash, doors, and hardware to provide smooth operation with tight,
weatherproof closure. Lubricate hardware and moving parts.
C. Clean finish carpentry work on exposed and semi-exposed surfaces.
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B. Shelf Supports: equal to Knape & Vogt, #256 or #229.
C. Drawer and Door Pulls: 4" wire pulls, brass finish.
D. Coat Hooks: equal to Ives, #405, cast aluminum "wide body" design. "'r
2.08 MILLWORK FABRICATION
A. Shop assemble casework for delivery to site in units easily handled and to permit passage ow
through building openings.
B. Fit shelves, doors, and exposed edges with 3/8 inch matching veneer edging. Use full length
pieces only.
C. Door Fronts: 3/4 inch thick. No
D. When necessary to cut and fit on site, provide materials with ample allowance for cutting.
Provide trim for scribing and site cutting.
E. Apply plastic laminate finish in full uninterrupted sheets consistent with manufactured sizes. 00
Make corners and joints hairline. Slightly bevel arises. Locate counter butt joints minimum 2
feet from sink cut-outs.
F. Cap exposed plastic laminate edges with material of same finish and pattern. ..
G. Mechanically fasten backsplash to countertops with steel brackets at 16 inches on center.
H. Apply laminate backing sheet to reverse side of plastic laminate finished surfaces.
I. Provide ;stouts for plumbing fixtures, inserts, appliances, outlet boxes, and other fixtures and
fittings. Verify locations of cutouts from on-site dimensions. Seal contact surfaces of cut edges.
2.09 SITE APPLIED FINISHES: Refer to Section 09900.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that surfaces and openings are ready to receive work and field measurements are as
shown on shop drawings.
B. Verify adequacy of backing and support framing.
C. Verify mechanical, electrical, and building items affecting work of this Section are placed and
ready to receive this work.
D. Beginning of installation means acceptance of substrate.
3.02 PREPARATION `
A. Before installation, prime surfaces of items or assemblies to be in contact with cementitious
materials.
3.03 FRAMING, FURRING, AND STRIPPING
A. Erect wood framing, furring, stripping and nailing members true to lines and levels. Do not
deviate from true alignment more than 1/4 inch.
B. Space members at 16 inches on center, or as shown on Drawings.
C. Construct members of continuous pieces of longest possible lengths.
3.04 INSTALLATION, GENERAL
A. Verify dimensions before proceeding and obtain measurements at site for Work required to be
accurately fitted to other construction.
B. Coordinate Work with other trades affected by this installation. +
C. Condition wood materials to average prevailing humidity conditions before installing.
3.05 INSTALLATION: FINISH WORK
A. Install work in accordance with AWI Custom quality standard. .s.
B. Set and secure materials and components in place, plumb and level.
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5. Note re: Window Installation
a. Remove existing window stops with care to reuse as necessary at window sills.
b. Supply new Brosco window stop #8090 to match existing where necessary.
B. New Wood Columns: "Stock/House Doric Column", 14" bottom diameter, height as require,
plain, kiln dried, finger jointed clear softwood columns, as manufactured by Chadsworth, Inc.,
Atlanta, Georgia.
C. Stairwork and Handrails:
L. Treads, Risers, Decking: V nominal solid softwood, white cedar, clear
!! 2. Stringers and Framing: pressure treated, as specified in Section 06100, size as shown on
Drawings.
3. Balusters: Brosco stock, size as shown on the drawings.
4. Handrail: Brosco #75 fir, 1'/2" x 1'/a".
5. Concealed Lumber: No.l Structural Grade.
D. Clapboards: Red cedar, No. 1, sized to match existing exposure and thickness.
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A. Softwood Plywood: PS 1; graded in accordance with AWI; core material of 45 lb. particleboard;
cabinet grade, plain saw cut.
B. Hardwood Plywood: PS 51; graded in accordance with AWI; core material of particleboard; type
of glue recommended for application; face veneer Honduras mahogany or similar non rainforest
tropical wood, plantation grown, plain sawn.
C. Wood Particleboard: Per AWI standard, composed of wood chips, made with high waterproof
resin binders; water resistant adhesive; of grade to suit application; sanded faces.
D. Hardboard: PS 58; pressed wood fiber with resin binder, standard tempered grade, smooth one
two sides.
2.04 COUNTER TOPS:
A. Plastic Laminate: NEMA LD 3, PF 42 general purpose type; color as selected, as manufactured
by WilsonArt, Formica, Nevamar, or Westinghouse.
1. Particleboard base: 45 lb. density flakeboard.
2. Plywood base: softwood plywood.
B. Integrated sink and counter top: equal to Corian one piece vanity counter and sink, with 4"
backsplash. Color to be selected.
C. Stainless steel counters (Alternate #6): #14 gauge stainless steel, type 300 with galvanized
understructure. Furnish a 15/8" sanitary rolled rim on 3 sides with rounded bull-nose corners
and a 5" splash with a 1" return on the rear side.
2.05 CABINETS (Refer to Alternate No. 6.)
A. Equal to "Classic Style", Geneva Series by Crown Point Cabinetry, Claremont, NH: 5/8" solid
maple, tenon in groove construction, or as manufactured by Quakermaid, Leesport PA, or equal.
B. Drawers: solid wood.
C. Finish: prefinished, white stain.
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2.06 ACCESSORIES
A. Adhesive: FS MMM-A-130. Type recommended by laminate manufacturer to suit application.
r B. Fasteners: Size and type to suit application.
C. Bolts, Nuts, Washers, Lags, Pins, and Screws: Of size and type to suit application; natural finish
in concealed locations and bronze finish in exposed locations.
D. Wood Filler: Oil base, tinted to match surface: finish color.
2.07 FINISH CARPENTRY, MILLWORK HARDWARE
A. Shelf Standards: equal to Knape & Vogt, #255 AL, recessed.
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1.05 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Conform to Mass. State Building code for fire retardant requirements.
B. Conform to UL requirements to achieve fire resistance assembly rating indicated.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings under provisions of Section 01300. ..
B. Submit shop drawings indicating materials, component profiles, fastening methods, jointing
details, finishes, and accessories.
C. Submit two samples 12 inches long of wood trim.
D. Submit fabricator's installation instructions under provisions of Section 01300.
1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Do not deliver shop fabricated carpentry items until site conditions are adequate to receive the
work. Protect items from weather while in transit.
B. Store indoors, in ventilated areas with a constant, minimum temperature of 60 degrees F,
maximum relative humidity of 25 to 55 percent.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
A. Solid Lumber Stock: Comply with AWI 100, plain sawn, S4S and work to shapes indicated,
unless otherwise indicated.
1. Exposed - transparent finish: clear white pine or white wood for softwood, no finger
joints.
2. Exposed - painted finish: white pine or white wood for softwood.
B. Plywood: Comply with AWI 200, veneer core.
1. Face veneer:
a. Hardwood: to match adjacent lumber.
b. Softwood: Douglas Fir.
2. Cut: Plain sliced, smooth.
C. Fasteners:
1. Wood Screws: ANSI B18, type, size and material as required for condition of use.
2. Bolts and Nuts: ANSI B18 and ASTM A307 type, size , and material as required. «
3. Exterior Fasteners: ASTM A153, hot-dip galvanized.
2.02 FABRICATION
A. Standing and Running Trim: `
1. Lumber:
a. Transparent Finish: AWI 300, Premium Grade, Red Oak.
b. Opaque Finish: AWI 300, Custom Grade, using softwood lumber.
2. Exterior and Interior Plywood:
a. Transparent Finish: AWI 200, Grade I, using face veneer to match lumber.
b. Opaque Finish: AWI 200. Grade 11, using softwood face veneer.
3. Standing Trim: Items of fixed length to include, but not be limited to:
a. Door and Window Casings:
i. Exterior casings: to match existing profiles.
ii. Interior casings: square edge casings, with thicker corner blocks or as shown ..
on the Drawings.
b. Stops.
C. Stools or sills.
d. Apron.
4. Acceptable Mouldings Manufacturer: Brosco Model Ponderosa Pine Mouldings.
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PART1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Non-structural framing, blocking, and furring.
B. New wood glared partitions at East Entry.
C. New stairs, railings, and finish trim for South Porch.
D. New interior and exterior railings and guardrails, at East Entry roof, North Porch, and northwest
stair.
E. Installation of new wood windows in existing window openings.
F. Installation of new doors and frames; new doors in existing frames, and moving existing door
and frame.
G. Clapboard infill, and new exterior window casings to match existing.
H. Interior carpentry, including trim, moldings, base, casings, and miscellaneous trim.
I. Shelving and closet poles.
J. Interior cabinets and countertops.
K. One piece counter/lavatory sink.
L. Tub surround.
M. Installation of hardware and attachment accessories.
N. Miscellaneous carpentry work as necessary to provide a complete, finished project.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 01030: Alternates.
B. Section 02072: Demolition
C. Section 06100: Rough Carpentry.
D. Section 07900: Joint Sealers.
E. Section 08100: Doors and Frames.
F. Section 08600: Wood Windows.
G. Section 08700: Hardware.
H. Section 09900: Painting.
I. Section 10500: Miscellaneous Specialties
1.03 REFERENCES
A. MIL-L-1914-C Lumber and Plywood, Fire Retardant Treated
B. MIL-V-13518C(1) Wood Preservative: Tetrachlorophenot and Pentachlorophenol, Surface
Sealing Compound
C. PS 1 - Construction and Industrial Plywood
D. PS 20 - American Softwood Lumber Standard
E. NFPA - National Design Specification for Wood Construction.
F. ANSI/HPHA HP - American Standard for Hardwood and Decorative Plywood.
G. AWI - Quality Standards.
H. FS MM-L-736 - Lumber; Hardwood.
I. FS MMM-A-130 - Adhesive, Contact.
1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Carpentry Lumber: Visible grade stamp, of agency certified by National Forest Products
Association (NFPA).
B. When applicable, fabricate cabinetwork and site made finish carpentry items in accordance with
recommendations and definitions of Quality Standards of Architectural Woodwork Institute
(AWI) for Premium Custom or Economy. Any item not given specific quality grade shall be
Custom Grade.
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2. Provide double headers in 2 x 4 walls. Minimum headers shall be 2 x 8s.
3. Bridge studding a 4' vertical intervals or less. Bridging shall be same dimension as studs and
shall be continuous. Provide firestop blocking where partitions abut ceilings, floors or
elsewhere required by Code.
4. If not otherwise noted, stud walls shall be carried full height and securely fastened to the
structure above. Provide secure anchorage or bracing for the top of wall to the structure. ..
E. Rafters and joists shall be bridged ::t intervals not to exceed 8 ft. Block between joists and rafters
at all support points.
3.04 ANCHORAGE AND ATTACHMENTS
A. Secure rough carpentry elements to masonry, concrete, and other elements with the nails, bolts,
anchor bolts and other devices as indicated on the drawings and as appropriate to provide
adequate resistance to the forces on them. Countersink attachments flush with face of nailers
where another material is to be applied to that face.
B. Nailing shall comply with the BOCA Code nailing schedule and other requirements unless noted
otherwise. Minimum penetration of nails into substrate shall be 1 inch. Replace members split .�
by nailing.
C. Attachments, unless otherwise indicated, shall be spaced not over 48 inches on centers, no less
than 2 per length of material, and no more than 6 inches from the length end.
D. Anchor bolts shall be cast into concrete foundations and grouted masonry to provide anchorage
for plates and sill thereon. Anchor bolts shall be located near the ends of each length, near the
edges of each opening in the wall within 4 feet of the foundation„ at ends and corners of each run
of wall, and at spacing not to exceed 6 feet in between. •.6
E. Secure nailers, blocking, ledgers, etc. to masonry with built-in bolts. Minimum embedment of
bolts shall be 8 inches.
F. Machine bolts shall be placed into holes 1/16 inch larger than the bolt diameter. Lag screws shall
be screwed into predrilled holes full diameter for the unthreaded shank and 70% of the diameter
for the threaded portion Holes for nails and spikes may be predrilled at 40%v of the shank
diameter to prevent splitting. Use washers under all heads and nuts against wood.
3.05 PLYWOOD
A. Install plywood in accordance with applicable recommendations in APA Residential &
Commercial Design/Construction Guide, including joint dimensions at panel ends and edges, and
spacing and type of nails or screws.
B. Install panels with the face grain perpendicular to the framing members. Center joints over
supports with end joints staggered to achieve a minimum of joint continuity. Nail or screw 6" on
centers at panel edges and 8" on centers at intermediate supports. Install H-clips between
unsupported edges of roof sheathing panels.
C. Apply exterior and interior plywood sheathing with long dimension horizontal. Nail in accordance
with BOCA.
B. Maintain free of accumulated sawdust, cut ends, and debris.
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B. Framing anchors, holddowns, post caps and bases and similar items: type and size for the
members connected or as shown on the drawings, hot dipped galvanized. Acceptable
manufacturers: Simpson Col, TECO Inc., United Steel Products Co.
C. Anchor Bolts: ASTM A307, Galvanized, min. 1/2" diameter, 16" length.
D. Nails: ASTM A510 and F457, zinc coated. Except, use manufacturer's special short nails with
joist hangers, holddowns, and framing anchors.
E. Wood and sheet metal screws: ANSI B18 and ASTM A549, zinc-coated.
F. Expansion Bolts: Galvanized bolts and expansion type shields, use only in concrete, grouted, or
solid masonry. Acceptable manufacturers: Phillips Red-Head, Wej-it, Heckmann.
G. Power Driven Fasteners: use only with prior approval, Ramset, dire-it, or equal
2.05 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS
aR A. Adhesive for plywood to framing and plywood to plywood joints: APA Performance
Specification AFG-01.
B. Building Paper: ASTM D226, type 1, asphalt saturated felt, non-perforated, 15 lb. Type.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Store lumber, plywood, and other wood products off the ground on substantial blocking sufficient
to prevent warping or bowing and to ventilate the pile or individual pieces. Protect from dirt and
other foreign substances. Store in a weatherproof location or cover with a secure waterproof
covering that will allow adequate ventilation.
B. Handle bundles and individual pieces using slings or pallets that will not injure the materials.
3.02 SUITABILITY OF MATERIALS
40 A. Carefully select individual pieces of lumber for the location in which it is to be used. Plan to be
sure that knots and other defects will not interfere with bolting or nailing. Check the natural
camber in joists, rafters, and beams and place those members to minimize the effects of camber.
go Place knots on the top of joists, rafters, and beams. Discard defective pieces.
B. Even if installed and fastened, lumber will be rejected for excessive warp, bow, crook, mildew or
other fungus, knots and defects in improper locations, as well as for improper cutting, notching
and fitting.
3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Joists shall be true, and properly aligned to produce a flush finish surface. Bearing surfaces shall
meet. Joints of multiple pieces in sills and plates shall be staggered. Do not notch rafters, joists
or beams except as shown on the drawings or approved in writing.
B Provide furring, nailers, and blocking as required to support wall mounted or ceiling-mounted
ow equipment, trim, flashing, etc., even if not specifically shown on the drawings.
1. Provide blocking at locations scheduled to have wall hung items, including accessories and
grabbars.
2. Use 2" thick member of same width as wall or partition or continuous 3/4" plywood as
shown on Drawings.
C. Roof blocking and nailers:
1. Comply with applicable recommendations of FM 1-49 for attaching roof blocking.
40 2. Blocking used in conjunction with rigid insulation shall equal exact thickness of the insulation.
Blocking may consist of two pieces of wood, with the bottom piece booted or screwed in
place and the top piece nailed to the bottom.
x� D. Stud wall framing, if not otherwise shown on the drawings:
1. Wall framing: 2 x 4 studs in exterior and interior walls except 2 x 6s at plumbing walls, 16"
on centers. Provide double studs at openings, three or more studs at corners or intersections.
Provide a single floor plate and a double cap plate.
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B. Each piece shall be clearly stamped, identifying the grading association, mill number, grade,
species, and moisture content rating.
C. Species: Hemlock, Fir, or Spruce-Pine-Fir for ordinary framing; Southern Yellow Pine for
pressure treated members.
1. Structural Light Framing:
a. Size: 2" to 4" thick and 2" to 4" wide
b. Grade: No.1 or No.1 dense, No 2 or No. 2 dense w
2. Studs:
a. Size: 2" to 4" thick, 2" to 6" wide, and 10' and shorter
b. Grade: Stud MW
3. Structural Joists:
a. Size: 2" to 4" thick and 5" and wider
b. Grade: No. 1 or No. 1 dense, No.2 or No.2 dense
4. Light Framing:
a. Size: 2" to 4" thick and 2" to 4" wide.
b. Grade: Construction, utility, standard, or economy
D. Blocking, nailers and furring that do not carry load may be any commercial softwood specie or
grade but the grading stamp shall be required.
2.02 PLYWOOD
A. Each panel shall be identified with the appropriate American Plywood Association grade-
trademark showing panel type, span rating„ thickness, veneer grade, species group member and
exposure grade. Thickness shall be as indicated, or next greater thickness, smaller is unacceptable.
B. Each panel shall meet the requirements of the U.S. Product Standard PS 1/ANSO A199.1 for
Construction and Industrial Grade Plywood. Panels shall be square edged except where
specifically required otherwise.
C. Plywood which is used in exterior locations such as wall and roof sheathing, or which is noted
"exterior" or "X" on the drawings, or where used in kitchen, bath or other areas subject to high
humidity or potential water leakage shall be APA Exterior or Exposure I durability grade. Other
plywood may be interior grade.
D. Plywood with one face exposed to view shall be APA A-D veneer grade or better. Plywood
which is not exposed to view shall be APA C-D plugged grade or better.
E. Plywood Sheathing:
1. Grade: APA Rated Sheathing, 32/16 span rating, Exposure 1. Aw
2. Thickness: 1/2" for walls, 5/8" for roof.
3. Use panel clips for roof surfaces.
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2.03 PRESERVATIVE PRESSURE-TREATMENT
A. Roof blocking and curbs, sill, floor sleepers, any lumber in contact with concrete or masonry in
exterior or below grade walls, exterior exposed framing and decking, and any other wood noted 4W
on the drawings to be preservative treated shall be preservative pressure-treated.
B. Pressure-treat wood with a water borne salt treatment or chromated copper arsenate, conforming
to American Wood-Preserver's Association (AWPB) Standard LP-2 (above ground use); Hickson
Wolmanized Wood, Hoover CCA, or equal by Osmose. ON
C. Dry each piece to a maximum moisture content of 19%v after treatment; except dry items to be
field painted to a moisture content of 15% before field treatment. Stamp each piece with AWPB
designation.
D. Treat field-cut surfaces of preservative-treated lumber with a brush coat of liquid preservative.
2.04 HARDWARE
A. Bolts, screws, nuts, and washers: ANSI B18 and ASTM A307, zinc plated, use washers under all
bolts and nuts bearing against wood.
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SECTION 06100: ROUGH CARPENTRY
40 PART GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Framing (lumber or metal), grounds, and nailers.
B. Sheathing
C. Blocking.
D. Fasteners and rough hardware.
E. Bolts, nuts, washers, joist hangers, framing anchors, holddowns, post caps and bases and other
hardware required for completion of the work.
F. Underlayment.
G. Any other item of rough carpentry needed to complete the Work.
1.02 RELATED WORK
A. Section 03000: Concrete.
B. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
C. Section 07200: Building Insulation.
D. Section 07500: Membrane Roofing.
!! 1.03 REFERENCES
A. MIL-L-1914-C Lumber and Plywood, Fire Retardant Treated-
B. MIL-V-13518C(1) Wood Preservative: Tetrachlorophenol and Pentachlorophenol, Surface Sealing
Compound
C. PS 1 - Construction and Industrial Plywood
D. PS 20 - American Softwood Lumber Standard
E. PS 51 - Hardwood and Decorative Plywood
F. PS 58 - Basic Hardwood
G. NFPA - National Design Specification for Wood Construction.
H. AITC 102, Standards for Design of Structural Timber Framing
I. AITC 104, Typical Construction Details
J. AITC 109, Treating Standards for Structural Timber Framing
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Submit a list of lumber and plywood materials to be used stating their locations in the building,
species, grade, moisture content, and evidence of compliance with requirements.
C. Manufacturer's descriptions, installation directions, and load tables for manufactured joist hangers,
framing anchors, etc.
D. Certificated of compliance for all chemical treated materials. Manufacturer's instructions for
handling and installing chemical treated items.
1.05 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Do not deliver shop fabricated carpentry items until site conditions are adequate to receive the
work. Protect items from weather while in transit.
B. Store indoors, in ventilated areas with a constant, minimum temperature of 60 degrees F,
maximum relative humidity of 25 to 55 percent.
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PART 2 PRODUCTS
40 2.01 ROUGH CARPENTRY MATERIALS
A. Lumber shall conform to the "National Design Specification for Wood Construction" and its
supplement of NFPA and PS 20, Surfaced four sides (S4S), with maximum moisture content of
19%, for all lumber except southern pine kiln dried maximum 15% moisture content.
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D. Supply components required for anchorage of fabrications. Fabricate anchors and related
components of same material and finish as fabrication, except where specifically noted
otherwise.
E. Continuously seal joined pieces by continuous welds.
F. Grind exposed joints flush and smooth with adjacent finish surface. Make exposed joints butt
tight, flush, and hairline. Ease exposed edges to small uniform radius. 1W
2.03 FINISHES
A. Prepare surfaces to be primed in accordance with SSPC SP 2. aw
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION +W
A. Verify that field conditions are acceptable and are ready to receive work.
B. Beginning of installation means erector accepts existing conditions.
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3.02 INSTALLATION, GENERAL
A. Install items plumb and level, accurately fitted, free from distortion or defects.
B. Field weld components indicated on shop drawings. Perform field welding in accordance with
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C. Mechanically fasten joints butted tight, flush, and hairline. Grind welds smooth and flush.
D. After erection, prime welds, abrasions, and surfaces not shop primed, except surfaces to be in
contact with concrete. ..
3.03 PIPE RAILING INSTALLATION
A. Inform Architect of any interference at interior and exterior walls. „m
B. Top rails shall be continuous, wherever possible; single lengths shall be attached to wall at a
minimum of three points.
3.04 ERECTION TOLERANCES
A. Maximum Variation From Plumb: 1/4 inch per 10', non-cumulative.
B. Maximum Offset From True Alignment: 1/4 inch.
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SECTION 05700: MISCELLANEOUS & ORNAMENTAL IRON
PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Steel pipe handrails, balcony guard rails, and fittings.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 02072: Demolition.
B. Section 06200: Finish Carpentry.
C. Section 09900: Painting.
1.04 REFERENCES
A. ASTM A36 - Structural Steel.
B. ASTM A53 - Hot-Dipped, Zinc-coated Welded and Seamless Steel Pipe.
C. ASTM A386 - Zinc-Coating (Hot-Dip) on Assembled Steel Products.
A* D. ASTM A500 - Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Round and
Shapes.
E. ASTM A501 - Hot-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing.
,0 F. AWS A2.0 - Standard Welding Symbols.
G. AWS D1.1 - Structural Welding Code.
H. SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council.
I. Mass. Rules & Regulations of the Architectural Access Board, CMR 521.
1.05 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A. Railing assembly, wall rails, and attachments to resist lateral force of 100 lbs.at any point
+0 without damage or permanent set.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
40 A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Shop Drawings: Indicate quantities, profiles, sizes, connection attachments, reinforcing,
anchorage, size and type of fasteners, and accessories of all items supplied under this section.
C. Shop Drawings shall indicate field measurements.
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1.07 QUALIFICATIONS
A. Welders' Certificates: Submit under provisions of Section 01300, certifying welders employed on
WA the Work, verifying AWS qualification within the previous 12 months.
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2.01 STEEL PIPE GUARD RAILS AT EXTERIOR BALCONIES
A. Pipe: ASTM A53, Grade B, Schedule 40, sized as shown on the Drawings.
B. Fittings: Elbows,T-shapes, wall brackets, escutcheons; machined steel.
in C. Mounting: brackets and flanges
D. Exposed Fasteners: Flush countersunk screws or bolts; consistent with design of railing.
E. Shop and Touch-Up Primer: SSPC 15, Type 1, red oxide.
2.02 FABRICATION - GENERAL
A. Fit and shop assemble components in largest practical sizes, for delivery to site.
B. Fabricate components with joints tightly fitted and secured.
C. Exposed Mechanical Fastenings: Flush countersunk screws or bolts; unobtrusively located;
consistent with design of component, except where specifically noted otherwise.
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E. Mortar color: tinted to match existing tinted mortar, using "Atlas Custom Color Masonry
Cements" , as manufactured by Lehigh Portland Cement.
2.04 MORTAR MIX
A. Pointing mortar: ASTM 0270, Type N, with maximum 2 percent ammonium stearate or
calcium stearate per cement weight. no
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION am
A. Verify that surfaces to be cleaned, repainted are ready for work of this Section.
B. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing surfaces and conditions.
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PART III EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION ..
A. Verify that surfaces are ready for work of this Section.
B. Beginning of work means acceptance of existing surfaces and conditions.
3.02 REPOINTING
A. Cut out loose or disintegrated mortar in joints to a 1/2 inch depth.
B. Utilize hand tools. Do not use power tools.
C. Do not damage masonry units.
D. When cutting is complete, remove dust and loose material by brushing or with water jet.
E. Pre-moisten joint and apply mortar. Pack tightly in maximum 3/8 inch layers. Leave a smooth,
compact raked joint.
F. Moist cure for 72 hours. 'o
3.03 CLEANING
A. As work proceeds and on completion, remove excess mortar, droppings, smears, stains, MW
efflorescence, or other unsightly excess resulting from the work of this Section.
B. Clean surrounding surfaces.
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SECTION 04100: MASONRY
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PART 1 GENERAL
44 1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Infill concrete masonry at abandoned window opening.
B. Repair of brick masonry at new door opening.
em C. Repointing of existing brick masonry joints in specified areas.
D. Mortar in new flashings at roof, at chimneys.
E. Rebuild brick masonry piers at crawl space.
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A. Section 02072: Demolition.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. International Masonry Industry All-Weather Council (IMIAC) - Recommended Practices and
Guide Specifications for Cold Weather Masonry Construction.
B. ASTM C150 - Portland Cement.
90 C. ASTM C207 - Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes.
D. ASTM C270 - Mortar for Unit Masonry.
E. Preservation Briefs #1 & #2: "The Cleaning and Waterproof Coating of Masonry Buildings",
and "Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic Brick Buildings." Technical Services Division, HCRS,
U.S. Dept. of Interior, Washington, D.C., 1975 and 1980.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit mortar design mix, and required environmental conditions under provisions of Section
01300.
1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Mason: Company with three years documented experience in masonry work.
1.06 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Do not repoint, caulk, wash down or wet surfaces when temperature may drop below 40
degrees F. within twenty-four hours.
B. Cold Weather Requirements: IMIAC - Recommended Practices and Guide Specifications for
Cold Weather Masonry Construction.
C. Do not use process creating dust, dirt, or chemical spray when wind is over 10 miles/hr.
1.07 SEQUENCING/SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate schedule and sequencing with the work of other trades.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MASONRY MATERIALS:
A. Concrete Masonry Units: hollow, non-load bearing, ASTM C90, Grade N, Type 1, moisture
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2.02 MORTAR MATERIALS
40 A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150, Type 1, white color.
B. Mortar aggregate: ASTM C144, light sand, to match texture of existing.
C. Hydrated Lime: ASTM C207, Type S.
D. Water: clean and potable
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joint filler of proper thickness to achieve the joint. Secure the filler in place so that it does not
displace in the finished structure.
'! D. Joints shall have surfaces sealed.
3.05 PLACING CONCRETE
A. Place concrete in accordance with the ACI Recommendations for Hot and Cold Weather
Concreting.
B. Place the concrete so that it contacts completely all form surfaces,reinforcement,and embedded
items.
as C. Use mechanical vibrators to compact the concrete. Hand spade along the forms surfaces as the
concrete is placed to assure a good surface. Vibrate through lifts to consolidate sequential lifts
together.
a�. D. Notify the testing agency 24 hours before concreting is planned to begin.
E. Perform quality control inspection before commencing concrete placement.
3.06 CURING AND PROTECTION
A. Moist cure concrete for a minimum of 7 days at temperatures not less than 50 degrees nor more
than 90 degrees fahrenheit immediately after placement. If high early strength concrete is used
the curing and protection time may be reduced to 3 days provided test cylinders cured with the
go concrete indicate that 70% of the 28 day strength is reached.
3.07 FINISHES
A. Remove fins, ties, and other protrusions on all surfaces.
B: Interior Finish Floors: Steel Trowel. Apply chemical hardener in areas where concrete finish is
noted in finish schedules.
C. Exterior Walks and Platforms: Wood Float. Apply non-slip aggregate finish in accordance with
the manufacturer's directions where noted.
D. All finished surfaces shall be true to line and grade within 1/4" as measured by a 10'-0"
straightedge.
** E. Exposed surfaces shall be free of visible defects and patches.
F. Exposed surfaces of concrete walls and edges of slabs where visible in the finished work shall
be given a rubbed and stoned finish.
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3.01 FORMWORK +
A. Design,erect,support,brace,and maintain formwork to support all vertical and lateral loads that
might be imposed until such loads can safely be supported by the permanent structure.
B. Formwork shall be such that the resulting concrete surfaces are true to alignment and members
are the correct size.
C. Formwork shall include provision for openings, keys, recesses, dovetail slots, chamfers, reglets,
and items to be embedded.
D. Joints shall be made tight so that cement paste does not leak.
E. Forms shall be such that they can be removed with no damage to the concrete.
F. The contact surfaces of forms shall be cleaned and oiled between uses.No contact surfaces shall
be reused which may cause a surface blemish on an exposed surface. ++A*
G. Provide temporary openings for the inspection of forms and reinforcement, cleaning of forms,
and placement of concrete.
H. Form ties for concrete exposed to view shall be cone type with a removable cone approximately 4W
1-1/4 inches in diameter at the surface and 1-1/2 inches deep from the face of the form.
1. Provide for other trades to place their work in the forms.
J. Provide templates and supports for the placement of reinforcement, dowels, anchor bolts, and
other embedded items. Embedded items shall be securely fastened in their permanent locations ""
before concrete is cast around them. Inspect embedded items before placing concrete.
K. Clean and tighten forms, check and align forms, clean and wet adjacent concrete surfaces
immediately before casting concrete against them. MW
L. Formwork in contact with concrete surfaces shall remain in place until it can be removed
without damage to the concrete but shall not be removed sooner than:
Footings ....................... 24 hours
All Other Members .............. 48 hours No
M. Supports and shoring shall not be removed for 7 days after the placement of concrete and shall
only be removed after the results of tests show that the concrete can carry the permanent and
construction loadings. MW
3.03 REINFORCEMENT: Comply with the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute's"Recommended Practice
for Placing Reinforcement Bars"for details,methods of placement and support,and other requirements. ..
A. Clean reinforcement of loose rust, scale, earth, ice, oil, and other materials that could reduce
bond.
B. Using appropriate accessories position and secure reinforcement and embedded items accurately
in place. Set tie ends away from concrete faces. no
C. Install welded wire fabric in as long lengths as practical. lap adjoining pieces one full mesh and
lace with wire. Offset end laps in adjacent sections.
D. Place reinforcement to obtain the specified cover of concrete between the bars and adjacent .m
surfaces. Do not increase this cover without specific approval from the Architect.
3.04 JOINTS: Joints shown on the drawings are mandatory. Other construction joints may be required for .m
the placement of concrete. Request approval of joints by means of the submittals before altering or
adding joints.
A. Construction Joints: Locate as shown and approved. All reinforcement shall be continuous
through construction joints. A bonding agent is required for construction joints in beams and
slabs. Joints shall be keyed.
B. Control Joints: Locate as shown and as approved. Refer to typical details for reinforcement and
reglet requirements.Control joints are required at a spacing not to exceed 40 feet in foundation
walls and 20 feet in each direction in slabs on grade. Control joints may also be pour
separations, if so, they shall be keyed..
C. Expansion Joints: Locate as shown.Reinforcement does not pass through expansion joints. Use
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Am B. Ties: Black iron, plastic straps, or stainless steel.
C. Supports and ties shall be non-staining where used within 3 inches of surfaces which will be
exposed in the finished structure or where weathering during construction may stain exposed
surfaces.
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2.05 CURING MATERIALS:
A. Absorptive Cover: AASHTO M182, Class 2, 9 ounce burlap cloth.
No B. Moisture Retaining Cover: ASTM C171, Waterproof Paper, Polyethylene Film, or Polyethylene
Coated Burlap.
C. Liquid Membrane Curing Compound: ASTM 0309,Type I, Class D. Moisture loss less than 0.55
grams/sq.cm. when applied at 200 sq. ft./gal. Compatible with other materials and finishes.
2.06 OTHER MATERIALS:
A. Moisture Barrier: Polyvinyl Sheet,6 mil. Thick.
B. Chemical Hardener: Colorless, Aqueous mixture of magnesium fluosilicate and zinc fluosilicate
combined with a wetting agent. Not less than 2 pounds fluosilicate per gallon.
C. Non-slip Aggregate: Aluminum Oxide Grit, factory- graded and packaged, rustproof and non-
glazing, unaffected by freezing, moisture, and cleaning agents.
D. Epoxy Bonding Agent: ASTM 0881, to suit use.
E. Joint Filler: Premolded, Compatible with finishes and sealers.
2.07 CONCRETE MIXTURES
A. Design mixes shall be established by either the laboratory trial batch or the field experience
method as specified in ACI 301.The proposed mix shall be examined and approved by the Testing
40 Laboratory before submission for approval.
B. Written mix and material descriptions with supporting data shall be submitted for approval at least
15 days prior to the placement of concrete.
C. Separate design mixes shall be submitted for each strength of concrete and for each combination
of aggregate and admixtures at the maximum slump specified for that strength concrete.
D. Concrete may be placed in footings and walls for a period of 2 weeks at the beginning of a job
prior to the acceptance of the Design Mix provided that the concrete meets the specified strength
40 and the mix conforms to the following Table.
STRENGTH, CEMENT, AND WATER REQUIREMENTS
Design Minimum Laboratory Minimum Cement Maximum*
Compressive Strength C) Factor Water/Cement
Strength 7 Days 28 Days Sacks/Cu Yd By Weight
3000 psi 2300 3000 5.25 .58
4000 psi 3500 4000 6.5 .44
4000 psi 3500 4000 6.5 .35
No (Air Entrained)
* This is total water in mix at the time of placement, including free water of the aggregate and admixtures.
F. Air entrainment shall be used in all concrete exposed to the weather. Total air entrainment in
freshly mixed concrete shall be 5.0% plus or minus 1.0% of the volume of concrete.
G. Water reducer, accelerator, or retarder may be used at the Contractor's option. Design mixes
must be made for each concrete strength and combination of admixtures used.
me H. Slump of concrete, measured at point of placement:
1. Footings, Foundation Walls, Grade Beams, Columns........4 inches
2. Reinforced Slabs and Beams ...... . 5 inches
3. Slabs on Grade ..................... 4 inches
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the required records.
C. Materials and installed work may be tested at any time when directed by the Architect. Provide
access and assistance when requested to make samples of materials and to inspect work.
D. Engage a certified Testing Laboratory,acceptable to the Architect to perform material evaluation
tests and to design concrete mixes according to the provisions of Section 01400.
E. Tests of materials and completed work shall be made by the Contractor at his expense as required .■,
for quality control of the work. Tests of materials and qualifying data required to show
conformance of materials and work conform to the specifications shall be made at the Contractor's
expense.Tests may be made by the Owner at his expense at any time.Retesting,when tests results
are not acceptable, shall be done at the Contractor"s expense.
F. Maintain a log on site giving the location, date, ticket number, and temperature record for each
load of concrete.The log shall give the identification of the concrete samples taken from loads.The
log shall contain the name, date and report of the quality control person, who shall assure the ,.�►
correctness of all reinforcement and embedded items before the concrete is cast.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 FORM MATERIALS
A. Forms for exposed smooth finish concrete shall be faced with Class 1, AC or AB High Density
Overlaid Plywood complying with U.S.Product Standard PS-1.The panel faces and edges shall be
new or in like-new condition. The panel backing, walers, bracing and support system shall be
sufficiently stiff to prevent bowing and bulging under the pressure of the concrete and construction
loads. All joints must be watertight. The resulting finish is to be true to line with sharp edges and .•
without surface markings.
B. Forms for concrete which is not exposed to view in the finished structure may be formed with
plywood, metal, or lumber. Joints shall be tight and the resulting edges and surfaces true to line.
Surface markings to 1/8 inch in depth are acceptable.
C. Cylindrical members shall be formed with metal,fiberglass reinforced plastic,or fiber tubes.Forms
shall be specifically manufactured for use as forms.The resulting finish shall meet the requirements
for the type of finish as designated in the preceding paragraphs. .,.
D. Form coatings shall be a commercial material intended for use as a concrete form coating that will
not bond with, stain, weaken, or otherwise adversely affect the concrete. The coating used must
not impair the subsequent finishing or bonding of other materials to the concrete surface.
2.02 CONCRETE MATERIALS:
A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150, Type I or Type 1I.
B. Aggregates: Normal Weight, ASTM C33. W
C. Air-entraining Admixture: ASTM 0260.
D. Water-reducing Admixture: Optional, ASTM C494, Type A, containing not more than 0.1%v
chloride ions. 00
E. Water: Drinkable
F. Accelerator, Water-reducing Admixture: ASTM C494, Type E, containing not more than 0.1%
chloride ions.
G. Retarder, Water-reducing Admixture: ASTM C494, Type D, containing not more than 0.1% go
chloride ions.
2.03 REINFORCING MATERIALS: am
A. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A615 including S1, Grade 60, Deformed.
B. Welded Wire Fabric: ASTM A185.
2.04 ACCESSORIES: am
A. Supports for reinforcement shall be bolsters,chairs,spacers,and other devices which will hold the
reinforcement in place before and during the placement of concrete. Supports shall comply with
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PART GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDED IN THIS SECTION:
A. Provide labor, materials,equipment, transportation,and services to furnish and install the cast-in-
place concrete work as shown on the drawings and as specified herein.
B. All plain and reinforced concrete work.
04 C. Finishing of concrete surfaces.
D. Formwork,shoring, and bracing.
E. Reinforcing steel and accessories.
40 F. Vapor barrier under slabs on grade.
G. Joint Fillers.
H. Setting of anchor bolts and other inserts.
I. Coordination with other trades for the location of pipe sleeves, duct openings, keys, chases,
electrical boxes, conduit, anchors and inserts required by others.
J. Protection and curing of concrete.
K. Quality control.
1.02 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED IN OTHER SECTIONS:
A. Section 02500: Paving.
B. Section 06100: Rough Carpentry.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. American Concrete Institute (ACI) 301 - Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings
B. ACI 318 - Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete
C. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) - Manual of Standard Practice
D. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) - Listed Standards
E. CRSI - Recommended Practice for Placing Reinforcing Bars
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1.04 SUBMITTALS:
A. Issue submittals in accordance with Section 01300, Submittals.
B. Shop drawings for the fabrication and placement of concrete reinforcement and accessories.
Comply with ACI 315"Manual of Standard Practice for Detailing Reinforced Concrete Structures".
Show bar schedules, stirrup spacing, bend diagrams, special details and location and marks of all
bars.
C. Drawings and manufacturer's data showing the type of formwork and supports. This information
is to evaluate the suitability of materials to produce the required shapes and surfaces, not for
strength or safety considerations. Strength and safety of the formwork and its supports are the
Contractor's responsibility.
D. Drawings or manufacturer's data for all items to be built into the concrete work.
E. Drawings showing planned construction joint locations, pours and pour sequences, and control
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F. A description of weather protection and curing methods to be employed.
G. Laboratory test reports of cement,aggregate,admixtures,and water.Submit proposed design mixes
and substantiating test data.
w H. A plan, including time sequencing, for removal of forms, shoring and reshoring,coordinated with
item D. and concrete strengths.
40 1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Refer to Section 01600,Materials and Equipment for general provisions covering materials storage,
installation and substitutions.
B. Designate a person,to be at the site,who shall be responsible for Quality Control and to maintain
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uniform lines with straight edges, 4" minimum width.
C. Provide lines to define parking spaces and as shown on Drawings.
D. Provide symbols defining handicapped parking area.
3.07 PROTECTION
A. Immediately after placement, protect pavement under provisions of Section 01500 from mechanical
injury for 24 hours.
3.08 CLEANING
A. Perform cleaning during installation of the work and upon completion of the work. Remove from
the site all excess materials, debris, and equipment. Repair damage resulting from paving
operations.
w� B. Sweep pavement and wash free of stains, discolorations, dirt and foreign material immediately prior
to final acceptance.
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3. Topping Course: 5 to 7 percent of asphalt cement by weight in mixture; spread to a uniform
thickness of not less than 1-1/2 inch.
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F. Granite Curbing: 6" x 18", with exposure, rough cut on sides, smooth on top, per Mass. DPW
specification M9.04.1.
G. Bollards: Concrete filled, cast iron, lally columns, 4" in diameter, inserted 4'-0" below grade, MW
extending 30" above grade.
H. Reflective Pavement Paint: Paint shall be suitable roadway marking and shall be approved by the
Architect. Color - White.
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3.01 INSPECTION w.
A. Verify compacted subgrade is dry and ready to receive work of this Section.
B. Verify gradients and elevations of base are correct.
C. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing conditions. .m
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Proof roll the surface of the subgrade with a vibratory roller before construction of the subbase.
3.03 PLACING PAVING SUBBASE
A. Spread all subbase to loose lift thickness not exceeding 9 inches and compact with moisture content
within 2% of the optimum to a minimum of 95% of the maximum dry density by ASTM D1557.
B. Spread stone material over prepared base to a total compacted thickness of 4 inches.
C. Place stone in 6 inch layers and compact.
D. Level surfaces to meet existing gravel road and conc. apron elevations.
E. Add small quantities of sand mix as appropriate to assist compaction.
F. Add water to assist compaction. With an excess water condition, rework topping and aerate to
reduce moisture content.
G. Perform hand tamping in areas inaccessible to compaction equipment.
3.04 PLACING ASPHALT PAVEMENT
A. Compact aggregate base materials as specified in Section 02200, until a uniformly-smooth, hard .�
surface complying with the lines, grades, elevations has been established.
B. Compact aggregate base may be used as a wearing course during construction operation. If used,
base shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer, and damaged portions removed and
replaced, and the entire surface thoroughly cleaned before application of asphalt concrete. .w
C. Place binder course within twenty four (24) hours of priming base surfaces.
D. Place each course to compacted thickness identified above.
E. Place topping course within two hours of placing and compacting binder course.
F. Compact pavement by rolling. Do not displace or extrude pavement from position. Hand compact
in areas inaccessible to rolling equipment.
G. Develop rolling with consecutive passes to achieve even and smooth finish, without roller marks. ..�
3.05 TOLERANCES
A. Flatness: Maximum variation of 1/4 inch measured with 10 foot straight edge.
B. Compacted Scheduled Thickness: Within 1/4 inch of design thickness. Aw
C. Variation from True Elevation: Within 1/2 inch.
3.06 PAVEMENT STRIPING AND MARKINGS ,.
A. Thoroughly clean finished asphalt surfaces before applying striping and markings. Remove loose
materials,dirt, and dust.
B. Apply marking paint, at manufacturer's recommendation rates, with mechanical equipment. Provide
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Compacted gravel subbase for paving areas.
B. Removal of existing paving courses.
C. Granite curbing.
D. Bollards.
40 E. Painted pavement markings.
1.02 REFERENCES
40 A. The Asphalt Institute - Manual MS-4 - The Asphalt Handbook.
B. ASTM D946 - Asphalt Cement for Use in Pavement Construction.
C. Mass. Dept. of Public Works, Standard Specifications for Highways and Bridges, current edition.
a� D. OSHA Safety Regulations, 1926.
1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Perform work in accordance with the City of Northampton DPW standards.
B. Obtain materials from same source throughout.
C. Materials and methods of construction shall comply with the following standards:
1. Massachusetts Department of Public Works, Standard SWcifications for Highways and Bridges,
W, 1988.
a. Section 420 - Class I Bituminous Concrete Base Course, Type I-1.
b. Section 460 - Class I Bituminous Concrete Pavement.
c. Section 860 - Reflective Pavement Markings.
2. ASTM/AASHTO/AI.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit paving materials and pavement striping paint data.
1.05 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
,K A. Do not place asphalt when base surface temperature is less than 40 degrees F.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
on 2.01 MATERIALS
A. Compacted Gravel Subbase: MDPW - M1.03.0 Type C.
1. Material shall be clean, well graded mixture of hard, durable stone and coarse sand, practically
to free from silt, clay, organic matter, or other deleterious matter.
2. The gravel shall have the following gradations by weight:
Sieve Percent Passim
4 in, 100
1/4 in. 30-75
No. 40 5-40
No. 200 0-10
40 B. Asphalt Cement: ASTM D946.
C. Aggregate for Binder Mix: max. 3/4 inch.
D. Aggregate for Topping Mix: max. 1/2 inch.
a� E. Asphalt Paving Mix:
1. Use dry materials to avoid foaming. Mix uniformly.
2. Binder Course: 4.5 to 6 percent of asphalt cement by weight in mixture; spread to a uniform
thickness of not less than 1-1/2 inch.
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E. Manually spread topsoil around building to prevent damage.
F. Lightly roll placed topsoil.
G. Remove surplus subsoil and topsoil from site. 00
H. Leave stockpile area and site clean and raked.
3.06 SEEDING
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A. Repair any disturbed existing grass areas.
B. Sow seed evenly at rate of 5 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. or 150 lbs. per acre in two intersecting directions.
Rake in lightly.
C. Do not sow immediately following rain, when ground is too dry, or during windy periods. ..�
D. Roll seeded area with roller weighing max 112 lb.
E. Apply fine water spray immediately after sowing each area.
F. Maintenance:
1. For period of 90 days after final seeding, provide watering, weeding, and mulching for
grassed areas, or until Substantial Completion.
2. Protection: Protect seeded areas and existing plants against trespassing and damage of any
kind for duration of maintenance period, including roping off areas.
3. Re-seeding: Reseed bare areas which may appear during maintenance period, or warranty
period (assuming Owner provides proper maintenance).
END OF SECTION
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F. Replacement Hoods for crawlspacc ventilating pipes: Fabricate S gauge sheet metal hoods, similar
to exiting, galvanized, installed with hardware cloth and insect screen across air intake.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 PREPARATION
A. Identify required lines, levels, contours, and datum.
B. Identify known underground, above ground, and aerial utilities. Stake and flag locations. Owner
to identify existing water lines, steam lines, and other utilities as specified in 1.06 above..
C. Protect above and below grade utilities which are to remain.
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3.02 EXCAVATION
A. Excavate all materials encountered to allow construction of the proposed structures.
B. Excavate (1) to levels shown for footings, (2) as required to provide working clearance and to
allow adequate inspection for structures, and (3) to subgrades specified herein below outside of
building.
C. Remove from the site and legally dispose of all debris and other excavated material not needed
for, or unsuitable for, fill except as otherwise specified herein. Remove all materials subject to rot
or attack by termites. All excavated materials which, in the opinion of the Architect are not
suitable for fill or backfill, shall be removed from the site and legally disposed of at no cost to the
Owner.
D. Excessive Excavation: If any part of the general or trench excavation is carried, through error,
beyond the depth and the dimensions indicated on the Drawings or called for in the Specifications,
the Contractor, at his own expense, shall furnish and install compacted gravel fill, concrete or take
other remedial measures as directed by the Architect to bring fill material up to the required level
or dimension.
E. Underpin adjacent structures which may be damaged by excavation work, including utilities and
pipe chases.
F. Excavate topsoil from areas to be further excavated or regrades, and stockpile in area designated
by Owner.
40 G. Excavation cut not to interfere with normal 45 degree bearing splay of foundation.
H. Grade top perimeter of excavation to prevent surface water from draining into excavation.
I. Provide for visual inspection of bearing surfaces, under provisions of Section 01400.
4W J. Notify Architect/Engineer of unexpected subsurface conditions and discontinue affected Work in
area until notified to resume work.
3.03 PROTECTION
40 A. Protect excavations by methods required to prevent cave-in or loose soil from falling into
excavation.
B. Protect bottom of excavations and soil adjacent to and beneath foundation, from freezing.
wu C. Provide barriers at sidewalks and roadway to protect people and cars.
3.04 ROUGH GRADING
A. Eliminate uneven areas and low spots. Remove debris, roots, branches, stones, in excess of 1/2
inch in size.
B. Scarify subgrade to depth of 3 inches where topsoil is scheduled. Scarify in areas where
equipment used for hauling and spreading topsoil has compacted subsoil.
3.05 PLACING TOPSOIL
A. Place topsoil in areas where seeding is scheduled, to a minimum depth of 6".
B. Use topsoil in relatively dry state. Place during dry weather.
C. Rine grade topsoil eliminating rough or low areas. Maintain levels, profiles, and contours of
subgrade.
D. Remove stone, roots, grass, weeds, debris, and foreign material while spreading.
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G. Carefully remove branches of any tree to be saved which endanger life or property. Remove
dead branches of all trees to be barricaded within the Contract Limit line and, with the approval
of the Director of the Botanic Garden or designate, any branches which interfere with
construction work. All pruning shall be done according to accepted horticultural practice.
H. Any existing plant scheduled to be protected and preserved that is injured or destroyed shall be
replaced at the Contractor's expense. if the tree cannot be replaced because of size or peculiarity ..�
of species, the Owner shall be reimbursed in accordance with the Tree Evaluation Formula as
described in "A Guide to the Professional Evaluation of Landscape Trees, Specimen Shrubs and
Evergreens" (latest edition) as published by the International Society of Arboriculture.
1.04 OTHER PROTECTIONS
A. Protect bench marks, existing structures, sidewalks, paving and curbs, and other materials specified
in 02072 - Demolition.
B. Protect above or below grade utilities which are to remain.
C. Repair any damage resulting from construction procedures at no expense to Owner.
1.05 REFERENCES
A. OSHA Regulations, 1926.
B. All applicable codes and ordinances, including DIGSAFE and legal requirements.
C. The Contractor shall procure and pay for all permits and licenses required for the complete work
specified herein and shown on the Drawings.
1.06 EXISTING UTILITIES .�
A. Immediately repair any active existing utility lines (cables, conduit, piping), damaged during the
course of construction, except where such lines are to be abandoned. Protect and maintain such
active exiting utilities in use, until relocation of same has been completed or utilities have been
cut, capped, or prepared for new service connections, as applicable. Perform such repair and
protection work at no additional cost to the Owner.
B. If any existing active utility not indicated on the Drawings is unintentionally damaged, and such
utility is to remain, immediately notify Smith College Physical Plan, repair the damage and
restore the utility to its original integrity. Reimbursement of cost for performing such repair will
be made by an adjustment in the Contract Price at rates based on a time and material;s basis.
C. Any adjustment as outlined above shall be based on the assumption that the Contractor has AN
performed in a prudent manner at the time such damage occurred.
D. The Owner will cooperate and assist the Contractor in locating and identifying underground
utilities. The Contractor shall cooperate and participate in "Dig Safe" programs, notifying proper
authorities before proceeding. Contract shall supply Smith College with Dig-Safe number and
starting date.
E. if it becomes necessary to interrupt power, water line or other utilities, notify Owner at least
three (3) working days in advance. am
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS Am
A. Topsoil: Excavated material from site, graded free of roots, rocks larger than one inch, subsoil,
debris, and large weeds.
B. Subsoil: Excavated material, graded free of lumps larger than 6 inches, rocks larger than 3 inches,
and debris.
C. Structural Fill: Well graded natural sands and gravel free from excessive plastic fine organic
matter and deleterious materials, and capable of 95% compaction.
D. Grass Seed: to be supplied by Owner.
E. Pea Gravel: Mineral aggregate graded 1/4 inch to 5/8 inch; free of soil, subsoil, clay, shale, or
foreign matter.
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1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
MR A. Excavation for foundations and footings.
B. Rough grading.
C. Gravel Sub-base.
D. Finish grading.
40 E. Seeding.
F. Relocation of existing shrubs as required.
G. New basement ventilating hoods.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01030: Alternates.
B. Section 02072: Demolition.
C. Section 02500: Paving.
D. Section 03000: Cast-in-place Concrete.
? 1.03 TREE/SHRUB PROTECTION
A. Protect trees, shrubs, lawns, and other features remaining. Excavation or grading within the
branch spread of tress to be saved shall be performed only under the direction of the architect,
with approval of the Director of the Botanic Garden unless otherwise directed. Existing trees to
be saved, which have, in the opinion of the Architect or the Director of the Botanic Garden,
become damaged, shall be replaced with trees of similar size and species. All expenses incurred
shall be paid by the Contractor.
B. Plant materials selected to remain shall be protected by temporary barricades erected prior to any
construction or excavation work on the site. These barricades shall be maintained in good
condition during the entire period of construction work on the site. Unless otherwise specifically
go approved by the Architect and the Director of the Botanic Garden, use only new and solid limber
of utility grade or better to construct temporary barricades around the plants designated to
remain. Barricades shall be 4" x 4" wood corner posts with three 2" x 4" rails at two foot intervals
40 to 6'-0" height for trees and two 2" x 4" rails at two foot intervals to 4'-0" height for shrubs.
Barricades shall be set a minimum of six (6) feet from tree trunks and four (4) feet from the base
of shrubs taking special care not to damage large roots. All barricades/fencing shall be removed
when no longer needed as determined by the Architect.
on C. Trees to remain shall not be used for crane stays, guys, or other fastenings. Vehicles shall not be
parked where damage may result to such trees. Do not stockpile fill,equipment, or building
supplies around bases of such trees or shrubs.
as D. Damage no plant by burning, by pumping water, by cutting of live roots or branches, by operating
internal combustion engines, or by any other means. If, in order to perform excavation work, it
becomes necessary to cut roots of plants to be saved, such roots shall be neatly cut by Botanic
Garden staff or a professional arborist who shall be notified in advance of the excavation.
40 E. Establish and carry out a maintenance program for plants to be saved throughout the time of
construction. The program shall include regular feeding, watering, spraying, cabling, and pruning
of all dead or broken branches. Submit a schedule of the maintenance to the Architect at the
so beginning of the job.
F. Pruning shall be done in a manner which does not change the natural appearance of the plant.
Broken or badly bruised branches shall be removed with a clean cut. All pruning shall be done
�w by skilled professionals in accordance with the best horticultural practice, appropriate to the type
of plant and to its special or individual requirements. The contractor shall meet with the Director
of the Botanic Garden or designate before commencing the work of pruning.
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D. All salvage value of materials scheduled for removal is assigned to the General Contractor with
the exception of items scheduled for removal and reinstallation, or for stockpiling for Owner's
use.
E. Note for window demolition: All existing window sash to be removed, leaving frame and trim
intact. Remove window stops with care for reuse, and remove window weights.
F. All demolition debris shall he disposed of properly, and any necessary permits for disposal of
such debris shall be obtained.
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SECTION 02072: DEMOLITION
40 PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 WORK INCLUDED
A. Site removals, including areas of asphalt paving, at south drive.
B. Exterior removals, including all fire escapes, gutters, downspouts and some vent stacks.
C. Remove designated doors, windows, and cut holes for new doors, windows.
D. Remove floor slab, newer brick walls, and aluminum and wood doors/framing/glazing at South
entry.
E. Remove walls back to masonry through back storage area.
F. Remove plumbing fixtures at Head Resident Toilet.
G. Carefully remove and store designated existing doors, frames, hardware, light fixtures, sinks, etc.
aw► for reuse as shown on drawings.
H. Remove floor and piers in crawl space at Mech. Room under stairs.
I. Remove lower run of north-west stair.
J. Remove miscellaneous exterior flood light fixtures and interior exit lights and signs.
K. Remove all associated materials, construction as needed to provide for complete improvements
as shown on the Drawings.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01500: Construction Facilities & Temporary Controls.
B. Section 02200: Earthwork
C. Sections 07320, 07620, and 07500, Slate Roofing, Roofing and Flashing, and Membrane Roofing:
all demolition to be done by roofing subcontractor.
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit demolition and removal procedures and schedule under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Please note that the certain designated fire escapes, and all copper gutters and downspouts will
be retained by Smith College. Contractor to remove and stockpile where indicated.
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1.04 COORDINATION
A. Exact schedule, methods, and safety precautions for demolition to be reviewed and approved by
40 Owner and Architect grip—rr to start of any demolition procedures. Location of dumpster to be
approved by Owner.
1.05 EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. Conduct demolition to minimize interference with adjacent landscape and site materials, and to
minimize damage to existing finishes in building to remain.
B. Refer to Section 02200 for protection of exiting vegetation and replacemnt provsions, should
damaae occur.
1.06 SAFETY & PROTECTION
ew A. Conform to all local, state, and federal legal requirements, including ANSI series and OSHA
1926, regarding work-place procedures.
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3.01 EXECUTION
_40 A. Demolish in an orderly and careful manner. Coordinate with Owner prior to start-up of
demolition work.
B. Except where noted otherwise, immediately remove demolished materials from site.
C. Do not burn or bury materials on site.
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2. Air and water balance reports.
3. Certificates.
+mot 4. Photocopies of warranties.
F. Submit one copy of completed manual in final form prior to final inspection. This copy will be
returned, with Architect/Engineer comments. Revise content of documents as required prior to
final submittal.
G. Submit final volumes revised, within ten days after final inspection.
1.09 WARRANTIES
A. Provide notarized copies.
B. Execute and assemble documents from Subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers.
C. Submit prior to final Application for Payment.
D. For items of Work delayed beyond date of Substantial Completion, provide updated submittal
within 10 days after acceptance, listing date of acceptance as start of warranty period.
1.10 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE MATERIALS
A. Provide products, spare parts, maintenance and extra materials in quantities specified in
individual specification Sections.
B. Deliver to Project site, and place in location as directed prior to final payment.
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D. Clean or replace filters of operating equipment.
E. Clean debris from roofs, gutters, downspouts, and drainage systems.
F. Clean site; sweep paved areas, rake clean landscaped surfaces. ww
G. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site.
1.06 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust operating Products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation. .M
1.07 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS
A. Maintain on site, one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work: .s
1. Contract Drawings.
2. Specifications.
3. Addenda.
4. Change Orders and other Modifications to the Contract.
5. Reviewed shop drawings, product data, and samples.
B. Store Record Documents separate from documents used for construction.
C. Record information concurrent with construction progress. ..
D. Specifications: Legibly mark and record at each Product section description of actual Products
installed, including the following:
1. Manufacturer's name and product model and number.
2. Product substitutions or alternates utilized.
3. Changes made by Addenda and Modifications.
E. Record Documents and Shop Drawings: Legibly mark each item to record actual construction
including:
1. Measured depths of foundations in relation to finish floor datum.
2. Measured horizontal and vertical locations of underground utilities and appurtenances,
referenced to permanent surface improvements.
3. Measured locations of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in construction,
referenced to visible and accessible features of the Work.
4. Field changes of dimension and detail.
5. Details not on original Contract Drawings.
F. Submit documents to Architect/Engineer with claim for final Application for Payment.
1.08 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
A. Submit two sets prior to final inspection, bound in 8-1/2 x 11 inch text pages, in binders with
durable covers.
B. Prepare binder covers with printed title "OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS", title of project, and subject matter of binder when multiple binders are
required.
C. List names, addresses, and telephone numbers of Architect/Engineer, Contractor, ••�
Subcontractors, and major equipment suppliers.
D. Include operation and maintenance instructions, arranged by system and subdivided by
specification section. For each category, identify names, addresses, and telephone numbers of
Subcontractors and suppliers. Identify the following:
1. Significant design criteria.
2. List of equipment.
3. Parts list for each component. .w.
4. Operating instructions.
5. Maintenance instructions for equipment and systems.
6. Maintenance instructions for special finishes, including recommended cleaning methods
and special precautions identifying detrimental agents.
E. Manual shall contain Project documents and certificates, including the following:
1. Shop drawings and product data.
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PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
4" A. Substantial Completion.
B. Final Inspection.
C. Final Cleaning.
D. Adjusting.
E. Project Record Documents.
F. Operation and Maintenance Data.
G. Warranties.
H. Spare Parts and Maintenance Materials.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
40 A. Section 01500: Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls.
1.03 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION
A. Refer to Contract and General Conditions relating to Substantial Completion.
B. Submit written certification that Contract Documents have been reviewed, Work has been
inspected, and that Work is substantially complete in accordance with Contract Documents and
ready for Architect's inspection.
4, C. Provide submittals to Architect/Engineer/Owner that are required by governing or other
authorities.
D. Guarantee period will begin on date of Substantial Completion, except for work cited as not
ow complete on punch list.
E. Should Architect consider that Work is not substantially complete, he/she will
immediately notify Contractor, stating reasons, and Contractor shall immediately
complete Work, and request reinspection.
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1.04 FINAL COMPLETION
A. Refer to Contract and General Conditions.
+w B. Before submission of final application for payment, submit final statement of accounting to
Architect, reflecting additions and deductions from change orders, unit prices, deductions for
uncorrected work, and other adjustments. Architect will prepare final change order reflecting
approved adjustments to Contract Sum based on this statement, and Contractor shall then
submit application for final payment incorporating final change order.
C. Upon completion of punch list items, Contractor shall submit written certification to Architect
that Work has been completed in accordance with Contract Documents and is ready for final
inspection; and that equipment and systems have been tested as specified in the presence of
Owner's representatives and are operational. Architect will make final inspection within 7 days
after receipt of certification.
D. Should Architect be required to perform additional inspections because of failure of Work to
comply with Contractors' original certification, either for Substantial or Final Completion, Owner
will compensate Architect for additional services, and deduct amount paid from final payment to
Contractor.
1.05 FINAL CLEANING
A. Execute final cleaning prior to final inspection.
a� B. Clean interior and exterior glass and surfaces exposed to view; remove temporary labels, stains
and foreign substances, polish transparent and glossy surfaces, vacuum carpeted and soft
surfaces.
C. Clean equipment and fixtures to a sanitary condition.
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3. it conforms substantially, even with deviations, to the detailed requirements for the items
as indicated by the Specifications.
C. Any civil, structural, or mechanical changes made necessary to accomodate substituted +*
equipment under this paragraph shall be at the expense of the Contractor or subcontractor
responsible for the work item.
1.07 SUBSTITUTIONS PROCEDURES
A. Architect/Engineer will consider requests for Substitutions only within a timely manner, well
ahead of when the product is needed.
B. Substitutions may be considered when a Product becomes unavailable through no fault of the
Contractor.
C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed Substitution
with Contract Documents.
D. A request constitutes a representation that the Bidder or Contractor:
1. Has investigated proposed Product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality
level of the specified Product.
2. Will provide the same warranty for the Substitution as for the specified Product. ..R
3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work which may be required for
the Work to be complete with no additional cost to Owner.
4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension which may subsequently become
apparent.
E. Substitutions will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on shop drawing or
product data submittals, without separate written request, or when acceptance will require
revision to the Contract Documents.
F. Substitution Submittal Procedure:
1. Submit three copies of request for Substitution for consideration. Limit each request to
one proposed Substitution. CLEARLY INDICATE SUBSTITUTION REQUEST on all M.
copies.
2. Submit shop drawings, Product data, and certified test results attesting to the proposed
Product equivalence.
3. The Architect/Engineer will notify Contractor, in writing, of decision to accept or reject
request.
G. Architect and Awarding Authority retain absolute right of approval of any proposed substitution,
and may reject same on any grounds including appearance.
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
40 A. Products.
B. Transportation and handling.
C. Storage and protection.
D. Product options and substitutions.
ma E. Substitutions procedures.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
Mw A. Supplementary General Conditions.
B. Section 01300 - Submittals.
C. Section 01400 - Quality Control.
mm 1.03 PRODUCTS
A. Products: Means new material, machinery, components, equipment, fixtures, and systems
forming the Work. Does not include machinery and equipment used for preparation, fabrication,
conveying and erection of the Work. Products may also include existing materials or
components required for reuse.
B. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises, except as specifically
permitted by the Contract Documents.
C. Provide interchangeable components of the same manufacturer, for similar components.
1.04 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING
A. Transport and handle Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Promptly inspect shipments to assure that Products comply with requirements, quantities are
correct, and Products are undamaged.
► C. Provide equipment and personnel to handle Products by methods to prevent soiling,
disfigurement, or damage.
1.05 STORAGE AND PROTECTION
A. Store and protect Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels
intact and legible. Store sensitive Products in weather-tight, climate controlled enclosures.
B. For exterior storage of fabricated Products, place on sloped supports, above ground.
no C. Provide off-site storage and protection when site does not permit on-site storage or protection.
D. Cover Products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to
avoid condensation.
E. Store loose granular materials on solid flat surfaces in a well-drained area. Provide mixing with
foreign matter.
F. Provide equipment and personnel to store Products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement,
or damage.
G. Arrange storage of Products to permit access for inspection. Periodically inspect to assure
Products are undamaged and are maintained under specified conditions.
" ! 1.06 PRODUCT OPTIONS & SUBSTITUTIONS:
A. Where products or materials are prescribed by manufacturer name, trade name, or catalog
reference, the words "or approved equal" shall be understood to follow.
aw B. An item shall be considered equal to the item so named or described if:
1. it is at least equal in quality, durability, appearance, strength, and design;
2. it performs at least equally the function imposed in the general design for the work;
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1.18 PROJECT SIGNS
A. No project sign is allowed.
1.19 FIELD OFFICE
A. Office: The Owner shall designate space in the building for field office use. Such office shall
include use of a telephone.
B. Provide table and chairs to accommodate 6 persons.
C. Owner will supply locked space (of limited size) for safe storage of tools, materials, etc.
1.20 REMOVAL OF UTILITIES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS
A. Remove temporary above grade or buried utilities, equipment, facilities, materials, prior to
Substantial Completion inspection.
B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work.
C. Restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition. Restore permanent W.
facilities used during construction to specified condition.
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erected and removed by experienced stage builders and shall have all accident prevention
devices required by State and Local Laws.
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sequence; and commence so as not to delay work. Subcontractors shall schedule and commence
their work so that building progress is not delayed or obstructed once staging and scaffolding
become available.
AN C. Each subcontractor entering upon the work shall furnish, erect and maintain all staging and
scaffolding under 8 feet in height required for work under his/her subcontract,and where so
indicated all other staging and scaffolding required for his/her work. On completion of his/her
Am work, each subcontractor shall dismantle and remove such staging and scaffolding. It is in
his/her interest to erect and dismantle staging and scaffolding in a timely fashion.
D. Due to the occupied nature of the site, it is in the best interest of the contractors to erect and
dismantle all staging and scaffolding in a timely manner, so as to avoid any possible
aw unauthorized use of such equipment.
1.14 TEMPORARY STAIRS, CHUTES, AND HOISTING FACILITIES
AN A. The Contractor shall furnish, install, maintain, and remove all temporary ramps, stairs, ladders,
and similar items as required for the use of all trades for the proper execution of the Work.
B. Permanent stairs shall be utilized, for which the Contractor shall provide temporary protective
40 treads, risers, handrails, and shaft protection.
C. The Contractor shall furnish, install, maintain, and remove covered chutes from openings in the
exterior walls of upper floors. Such shall be in convenient locations and permit disposal of
-44 rubbish directly into truck or disposal units.
D. Except as otherwise specified, the Contractor shall provide, operate, and remove hoists, cranes,
and other hoisting as required for the performance of the Work by all trades. All such hoisting
service shall be without cost to the Subcontractors.
1.15 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK
A. Protect installed Work and provide special protection where specified in individual specification
Sections.
B. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed Products. Control activity in
immediate work area to minimize damage.
C. Provide protective coverings at walls, projections,jambs, sills, and soffits of openings.
D. Protect finished floors, stairs, and other surfaces from traffic, dirt, wear, damage, or movement
of heavy objects, by protecting with durable sheet materials.
E. Prohibit traffic or storage upon waterproofed or roofed surfaces. If traffic or activity is
necessary, obtain recommendations for protection from waterproofing or roofing material
manufacturer.
F. Prohibit traffic from landscaped areas.
1.16 SECURITY
A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work, and existing facilities, and Owner's operations
from unauthorized entry, vandalism, or theft.
an B. Coordinate with Owner's security program.
1.17 PROGRESS CLEANING
41" A. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly
condition.
B. Remove debris and rubbish from pipe chases, plenums, attics, crawl spaces, and other closed or
remote spaces, prior to enclosing the space.
C. Broom and vacuum clean interior areas prior to start of surface finishing, and continue cleaning
to eliminate dust.
D. Remove waste materials, debris, and rubbish from site at reasonable intervals and dispose
off-site.
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A. Provide and maintain lighting for construction operations.
B. Provide branch wiring from power source to distribution boxes with lighting conductors, pigtails,
and lamps as required.
C. Maintain lighting and provide routine repairs.
D. Permanent building lighting may be utilized during construction, if returned to clean, new
condition at end.
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1.07 TEMPORARY VENTILATION
A. Ventilate enclosed areas to assist cure of materials, to dissipate humidity, and to prevent
accumulation of dust, fumes, vapors, or gases. so
B. Utilize existing ventilation equipment. Extend and supplement equipment with temporary fan
units as required to maintain clean air for construction operations.
C. Contractor shall exercise extreme care in assuring that good air quality is maintained in 1
Federal St. (first floor) and 400 Main St. (second floor) buildings so that their use can continue ■R
uninterrupted.
1.08 TELEPHONE SERVICE ow
A. Provide telephone service at the time of project mobilization, for use by the Contractor's
authorized agents, subcontractors and the Project Representative.
1.09 WATER SERVICE a"
A. Connect to existing water source for construction operations.
B. Owner will pay cost of water used. Exercise measures to conserve water.
1.10 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES
A. Existing designated facilities (only) may be used during construction operations when
operational, or provide portable toilets, located with Owner approval. Maintain daily in clean �►
and sanitary condition.
B. At end of construction, return facilities to same or better condition than originally found.
1.11 INTERIOR ENCLOSURES
A. Provide temporary partitions as required to separate work areas from undisturbed areas, to
prevent penetration of dust and moisture into undisturbed areas, and to prevent damage to
existing materials and equipment.
B. Construction: Framing and reinforced polyethylene sheet materials with closed joints and sealed
edges at intersections with existing surfaces.
1.12 SAFETY AND PROTECTION
A. Comply with applicable safety regulations, including ANSI Series A10, Safety Requirements for
Construction and Demolition, and OSHA Part 1926, Construction Safety and Health
Regulations. Provide barricades, fences, and other protection measures as required.
B. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas to allow for Owner's use of
site, and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction
operations and demolition.
C. Provide protection for plant life designated to remain. Replace damaged plant life.
D. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site and structures from damage.
E. Storage of flammable and/or hazardous materials shall not be allowed in existing or new
building.
1.13 STAGING AND SCAFFOLDING
A. Except as otherwise indicated, the General Contractor shall furnish, erect and maintain all
staging and scaffolding (exterior and interior) eight (8) feet or over in height for all trades for
their use during the construction of the building without charge to the trades for such use. The
Contractor shall also furnish, erect and maintain all staging and scaffolding for his/her own use MW
during the construction of the building. Staging and scaffolding shall be of approved design,
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40 PART 1 GENERAL
1.01. SECTION INCLUDES
A. Contractors use of premises and conduct of Work.
B. Electricity, lighting, ventilation, telephone service, water, and sanitary facilities.
C. Temporary controls: Barriers, enclosures and fencing.
D. Safety and protection.
E. Construction facilities: progress cleaning, project signage, and temporary offices.
F. Staging and scaffolding.
G. Security: Maintenance and connection to Owner's systems.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout: Final cleaning.
am 1.03 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF PREMISES
A. Confine operations at each site to areas permitted by laws, by-laws, permits and contract limit
lines.
40 B. Parking of Contractor's vehicles will be allowed in areas as designated by Smith College at a
pre-construction meeting.
C. Contractor shall be responsible for adequate site drainage during the entire construction period
and shall use any appropriate temporary means which does not adversely affect construction
40 progress or abutting property.
D. While the students and residential staff will not be occupying the dormitory, other Smith College
staff will be working within the building and site. Clear, safe, and secure access must be
maintained.
1.04 CONDUCT OF WORK
A. The contract site shall include the entire area bound by the "Contract Limit line" as shown on
the Drawings, as well as areas outside the "Contract Limit line" when require to perform work
under this contract.
B. Contractor shall take all steps necessary to protect the existing adjacent buildings. Damage to
existing work caused the Contractor's operations under this Contract shall be repaired at
Contractor's expense.
C. Any street, paving, curb and/or sidewalk damage as the result of work under this Contract,
whether within or outside the limits of the work, shall be repaired and/or replaced with new
matching construction by the Contractor at his/her expense and in a manner satisfactory to the
authorities having jurisdiction.
D. Where exiting curbs or walks are to remain, they shall be suitably protected in an approved
manner.
E. Provide continuous, lawful, sate, adequate and convenient access to buildings bordering the
Contract site. Do not store materials or debris so as to cause hazard to persons requiring access
to above mentioned buildings.
1.05 ELECTRICITY
A. Owner to provide use of permanent electricity. Power consumption shall not disrupt Owner's
need for continuous service.
B. Owner shall pay cost of energy used as long as such usage is not abused. Exercise measures to
conserve energy.
C. Provide power outlets for construction operations, with branch wiring and distribution boxes.
D. Provide adequate distribution equipment, wiring, and outlets to provide single phase branch
circuits for power and lighting.
1.06 TEMPORARY LIGHTING
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E. Retesting required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by
the same independent firm on instructions by the Architect/Engineer. Payment for retesting will
be charged to the Contractor by deducting inspection or testing charges from the Contract
Sum/Price.
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SECTION 01400: QUALITY CONTROL
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Quality assurance and control of installation.
B. References.
C. Field samples.
D. Inspection and testing laboratory services.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01300 - Submittals.
!s"'�' B. Section 01600 - Material and Equipment.
1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE/CONTROL OF INSTALLATION
A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and
workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.
B. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.
C. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from
Architect/Engineer before proceeding.
D. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for the Work except when more stringent
tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise
workmanship.
E. Perform work by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.
F. Secure Products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand
40 stresses, vibration, physical distortion or disfigurement.
1.04 REFERENCES
A. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current on date of Contract Documents.
40 B. Obtain copies of standards when required by Contract Documents.
C. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification for
Architect/Engineer before proceeding.
Am D. The contractual relationship of the parties to the Contract shall not be altered from the Contract
Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.
1.05 FIELD SAMPLES
4w A. Install field samples at the site as required by individual specifications Sections for review.
B. Acceptable samples represent a quality level for the Work.
1.06 INSPECTION AND TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES
A. Designer will appoint, employ, and be compensated for services of an independent firm to
perform inspection and testing.
„ B. The independent firm will perform inspections, tests, and other services specified in individual
specification Sections and as required by the Architect/Engineer.
C. Reports will be submitted by the independent firm to the Architect/Engineer, in duplicate,
indicating observations and results of tests and indicating compliance or non-compliance with
Contract Documents.
D. Cooperate with independent firm; furnish samples of materials, design mix, equipment, tools,
storage and assistance as requested.
1. Notify Architect/Engineer and independent firm 24 hours prior to expected time for
operations requiring services.
2. Make arrangements with independent firm and pay for additional samples and tests
required for Contractor's use.
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E. Show complete sequence of construction by activity, identifying Work of separate stages and
other logically grouped activities. Indicate the early and late start, early and late finish, float
dates, and duration. .e.�
F. Indicate estimated percentage of completion for each item of Work at each submission.
G. Indicate submittal dates required for shop drawings, product data, samples, and product delivery
dates, including those furnished by Owner.
1.06 SHOP DRAWINGS
A. Submit in the form of one reproducible transparency and two opaque reproductions; OR submit ,,,,,.
the number of opaque reproductions which Contractor requires, plus three copies which will be
retained by Architect/Engineer and Owner, for a minimum of four (4) opaque reproductions.
B. After review and acceptance, distribute in accordance with Article on Procedures above.
1.07 PRODUCT DATA
A. Submit the number of copies which the Contractor requires, plus three copies which will be
retained by the Architect/Engineer and Owner.
B. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement ..�
manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to this Project.
C. After review, distribute in accordance with Article on Procedures above and provide copies for
Record Documents described in Section 01700 - Contract Closeout.
1.08 SAMPLES
A. Submit samples to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the Product, with integral
parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.
B. Submit samples of finishes from the full range of manufacturers' standard colors, textures, and
patterns for Architect/Engineer's selection.
C. Include identification on each sample, with full Project information.
D. Submit the number or samples specified in individual specification Sections; one of which will be
retained by Architect/Engineer.
E. Reviewed samples which may be used in the Work are indicated in individual specification s
Sections.
1.09 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS
A. When specified in individual specification Sections, submit manufacturers' printed instructions for .W
delivery, storage, assembly, installation, adjusting, and finishing, in quantities specified for
Product Data.
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A. Prior to the first request for payment, the General Contractor shall submit to the Designer, a MW
Schedule of Values of the various portions of the work in sufficient detail to reflect various
major components of each trade and specification section, including quantities when requested,
aggregating the total contract sum, and divided so as to facilitate payments for work under each Am
Section in accordance with the contract.
B. The schedule shall be prepared on AIA Form G703, and it shall include data to substantiate its
accuracy. Each item in the Schedule of Values shall include its proper share of overhead and
profit. This schedule, including breakdown and values, requires the approval of the Designer am
and shall be used only as a basis for the Contractor's request for payment.
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SECTION 01300: SUBMITTALS
PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Submittal procedures.
B. Construction progress schedules.
C. Proposed Products list.
D. Shop drawings.
E. Product data.
F. Samples.
G. Manufacturers' instructions.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01400 - Quality Control.
B. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout.
1.03 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
A. Transmit each submittal with an Architect/Engineer accepted form; provide a minimum of five
(5) copies. (One each for Owner, Architect, Engineer, General Constractor and Sub-contractor.)
B. Identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier; pertinent Drawing sheet and detail
number(s), and specification Section number, as appropriate.
C. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialled certifying that review, verification of Products
required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information, is in
accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents.
D. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and deliver to Architect/Engineer. Coordinate
submission of related items.
MR E. Identify variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations which may be
detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work.
F. Provide space for Contractor and Architect/Engineer review stamps.
40 G. Revise and resubmit submittals as required, identify all changes made since previous submittal.
H. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals to concerned parties. Instruct parties to promptly
report any inability to comply with provisions.
1.04 GENERAL CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Coordinate each submittal with requirements of Contract Documents.
B. The General Contractor's responsibility for errors and omissions in submittals is not relieved by
40 the Designer's review and approval of submittals.
C. Notify the Designer in writing at time of submission, of deviations in submittals from
requirements of Contract Documents or previous submissions.
an D. Work that requires submittals shall not commence unless submittals with the Designer's stamp
and initials or signature indicate review and approval.
E. After Designer's review and approval, distribute copies.
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A. Submit initial progress schedule in duplicate within date established in Notice to Proceed for
Architect/Engineer review.
B. Revise and resubmit as required.
C. Submit revised schedules with each Application for Payment, identifying changes since previous
version.
D. Submit a horizontal bar chart with separate line for each major section of Work or operation,
identifying first work day of each week.
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3. Distribution of Contract Documents.
4. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and progress
schedule.
5. Designation of personnel representing the parties in Contract, and the Architect.
6. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for
payments, proposal request, Change Orders and Contract closeout procedures.
7. Scheduling.
8. Use of premises by Owner and Contractor.
9. Owner's requirements, and coordination of continued use of the building. .W
10. Construction facilities and controls provided by Owner.
I1. Temporary utilities provided by Owner.
12. Security and housekeeping procedures.
13. Schedules. .a
14. Procedures for testing.
15. Procedures for maintaining record documents.
16. Requirements for start-up of equipment.
17. Inspection and acceptance of equipment put into service during construction period.
1.07 PROGRESS MEETINGS
A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at minimum bi-monthly
intervals.
B. Architect to arrange meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings,
record minutes, and distribute copies within five days to Owner, participants, and those affected
by decisions made.
C. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, major Subcontractors and suppliers, Owner and/or
Owner's Representative, Architect and her consultants, as appropriate to agenda topics for each
meeting.
D. Typical agenda:
1. Review minutes of previous meetings.
2. Review of Work progress. aw
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4. Identification of problems which impede planned progress.
5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals. MW
6. Maintenance of progress schedule.
7. Planned progress during succeeding work period.
8. Coordination of projected progress.
9. Maintenance of quality and work standards. aw
10. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.
11. Other business relating to Work.
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1.08 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES
A. When required in individual specification Section, convene a pre-installation conference at work
site prior to commencing work of the Section. ,ow
B. Require attendance of parties directly affecting, or affected by, work of the specific Section.
C. Arrange meeting date with Architect: notify parties involved.
D. Review conditions of installation, preparation and installation procedures, and coordination with
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PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Coordination.
B. Field engineering.
C. Alteration project procedures.
D. Preconstruction conference.
E. Progress meetings.
F. Pre-installation conferences.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01045 - Cutting and Patching.
B. Section 01400 - Quality Control.
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C. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout.
1.03 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of the various Sections of Specifications to assure
4R efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements, with
provisions for accommodating items installed later.
B. Verify that utility requirement characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with
go building utilities. Coordinate work of various Sections having interdependent responsibilities for
installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.
C. Coordinate space requirements and installation of mechanical and electrical work which are
indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as
Mw closely as practicable; place runs parallel with line of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to
maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.
D. In finished areas except as otherwise indicated, conceal pipes, ducts,and wiring within the
40 construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.
E. Coordinate completion and clean up of Work of separate sections in preparation for Substantial
Completion and for portions of Work designated for Owners occupancy.
40 F. After Owner occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective Work
and Work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Owner's
activities.
4* 1.04 FIELD ENGINEERING
A. Contractor to locate and protect survey control and reference points.
B. Control datum for survey is that shown on Drawings.
401 C. Provide field engineering services. Establish elevations, lines, and levels, utilizing recognized
engineering survey practices.
1.05 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE
41 A. After the award of the Contract, but prior to the start of the work, the General Contractor and
all major sub-contractors shall attend a pre-construction conference;with representatives of the
Owner and Architect. The Conference will serve to acquaint the participants with the general
401 plan of contract administration and requirements under which the construction operation is to
proceed, and will inform the Contractor, in detail, of the obligations imposed on him and his
subcontractors. The date, time and place of the conference will be furnished to the Contractor
by the Owner.
B. Agenda:
1. Execution of Owner-Contractor Agreement.
2. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.
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3.03 CUTTING AND PATCHING
A. Execute cutting, fitting, and patching including excavation and fill to complete Work.
B. Ft products together, to integrate with other work. w�
C. Uncover work to install ill timed work.
D. Remove samples of installed work for testing when requested.
E. Provide openings in the Work for penetration of mechanical and electrical work.
3.04 PERFORMANCE
A. Execute work by methods to avoid damage to other Work, and which will provide appropriate
surfaces to receive patching and finishing. "
B. Cut rigid materials using masonry saw or core drill. Pneumatic tools not allowed without prior
approval.
C. Whether or not called for specifically on drawings, patch, touch-up, and clean all existing walls, ..
ceilings, and floors scheduled to remain, which are damaged by demolition, cutting, or removal
of existing construction such as door and window units, and masonry, or which are damaged
during installation of new material.
D. Repair and replace existing sidewalks, curbing etc. damaged by construction, using materials
matching existing, in accordance with applicable Department of Public Works specifications.
Saw-cut edge of existing pavement in a straight line, at a 45-degree angle to vertical, so that all
exiting loose or cracked areas of pavement are removed. Provide a smooth transition between
new and old pavement.
E. Dimensions shown at existing construction represent best information available to Architect at
time of design. Take field dimensions before factory-fabrication which is required to fie closely
into existing construction.
F. Fit work tight to pipes, sleeves, ducts, conduit, and other penetrations through surfaces.
G. At penetrations of fire rated walls, partitions, ceiling, or floor construction, completely seal voids
with fire resistant material to full thickness of the penetrated element. ..�
H. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finish. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest
intersection or natural break. For an assembly, refinish entire unit.
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SECTION 01045: CUTTING AND PATCHING
PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Requirements and limitations for cutting and patching of Work.
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 01010: Summary of Work.
B. Section 01300: Submittals.
C. Section 01600: Materials and Equipment.
D. Individual Product Specification Sections:
1. Cutting and patching incidental to work of the Section.
2. Advance notification to other Sections of openings required in work of those Sections.
3. Limitations on cutting structural members.
on E. Note especially requirements Poor Mechanical trades.
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit written request in advance of cutting or alteration which affects:
+ 1. Structural integrity of any element of Project.
2. Integrity of weather-exposed or moisture-resistant element.
3. Efficiency, maintenance, or safety of any operational element.
4. Visual qualities of sight exposed elements.
5. Work of Owner or separate contractor.
B. Include in request:
1. Identification of Project.
2. Location and description of affected work.
3. Necessity for cutting or alteration.
4. Description of proposed work, and Products to be used.
5. Alternatives to cutting and patching.
6. Effect on work of Owner or separate contractor.
7. Written permission of affected separate contractor.
S. Date and time work will be executed.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
40 A. Primary Products: Those required for original installation.
B. Product Substitution: For any proposed change in materials, submit request for substitution
under provisions of Section 01600.
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3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Inspect existing conditions prior to commencing Work, including elements subject to damage or
'" movement during cutting and patching.
B. After uncovering existing Work, inspect conditions affecting performance of work.
C. Beginning of cutting or patching means acceptance of existing conditions.
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3.02 PREPARATION
A. Provide temporary supports to ensure structural integrity of the Work. Provide devices and
methods to protect other portions of Project from damage.
B. Provide protection from elements for areas which may be exposed by uncovering work.
C. Maintain excavations free of water.
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SECTION 01030: ALTERNATES
PART1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Submission procedures.
B. Documentation of changes to Contract Sum/Price and Contract Time.
1.02 REQUIREMENTS
A. Alternates quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and accepted or rejected at Owner's option.
By statute, Alternates have to be accepted in numerical order. Accepted Alternates will be
identified in the Owner-Contractor Agreement.
B. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work to integrate the Work of each Alternate.
1.03 SELECTION AND AWARD OF ALTERNATIVES
A. Indicate variation of Bid Price for Alternate described below on General Bid forms.
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1.04 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES
A. DEDUCT Alternate No. 1 (One): Omit all work involved in extending the existing East
parking lot to create more parking spaces as shown on Drawing 1.
B. DEDUCT Alternate No. 2 (Two): Omit all work required to upgrade the existing East
entry, including new doors, columns, infill framing and glazing, roofing, roof extension, railing,
new columns and footings, related hardware and finishes, and new paving and concrete in front
of the building.
C. ADD Alternate No. 3 (Three): Add insulating the exterior walls of the fourth floor
(behind steep section of roof) and complete blown in attic floor insulation. Refer to Section
07200, Building Insulation, and the Drawings for further description of this work.
D. DEDUCT Alternate No. 4 (Four): New carpeting. Omit all new carpet in rooms specified
in the Room Finish Schedule for new carpet.
wn E. ADD Alternate No. 5 (Five): Provide new vinyl treads on stair treads and landings in
South Stair (three flights) and North West Stair (two and one half flights). In the base bid the
stairs will remain as is.
F. ADD Alternate No. 6 (Six): Add the cabinetwork, counters, change in lobby partition,
plumbing, and wiring shown on the Drawings in the Dining Hall and Front Lobby for food
service use.
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A. No hazardous materials have been found to be present on this site, but such materials may be
uncovered in the course of the work. All work must conform to state and federal regulatory
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SECTION 01010: SUMMARY OF WORK
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION
,n A. Project title is "Improvements to Parsons House, Smith College."
B. Work included in the Contract is as shown on the Contract Documents prepared by Margo
Jones, Architects, Greenfield, MA.
1.02 NARRATIVE SUMMARY: The nature and intent of the project can be summarized as follows:
A. Exterior improvements: Parsons House, a ca. 1910 wood frame, four story dormitory
structure is to be fully rehabilitated on the exterior. Work includes complete reroofing with
aw slate, copper and membrane roofing roof and copper flashings and gutters, new painting, new
windows, and some minor repointing of masonry at the basement level. The main entry porch,
at the east, will be completely renovated, and restored to its original appearance. A new exit
4" porch will be added at the south elevation, as well as another small exit porchway off the
northwest stair tower. Minor site work will be associated with this work, including a new paved
area for expanded parking at the east, and some associated paved walkways.
B. Interior improvements: A new handicapped accessible toilet room is to be installed, as well as
aw a student laundry room. The Head of resident bathroom will be moved, with all fixtures
upgraded. Exit stairs at the south and northwest will be fully enclosed, with new doors and hold
open hardware; and new carpet in hallways and mats installed. (See Alternates).
on C. Mechanical renovations: Plumbing work includes new domestic water service off the sprinkler
service, new fixtures for one toilet room and new bathroom, and new pressure reducing station.
Fire Protection includes a new backflow preventer, and minor extensions and piping
modifications to include renovations. Mechanical modifications include new radiation at
renovated areas, a new timer control system, new steam valve, dryer and room ventilation,and
other miscellaneous work. Electrical work includes a new distribution panel, new lighting
fixtures, and other minor improvements.
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1.03 TIME
A. Upon Notice to Proceed, which shall be issued within 14 days of the execution of the General
an Contract, the Contractor shall have 85 calendar days (12 weeks) to Substantially Complete the
project.
B. No extra payments will be made to the General Contractor or Subcontractors for overtime or
extra expenses incurred to meet the stated completion deadline.
I'm C. Contractor shall identify, under the requirements of Section 3.1 of the General Conditions of the
Contract, critical deliveries of materials. Should outside forces beyond his/her control, delay
such deliveries, then allowances will be made by the Owner.
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1.04 MATERIALS SUPPLIED AND WORK BY OWNER
A. Materials supplied by Onwer:
1. Slates for roof, snow guards, and new Bilco roof hatch. Refer to Section 07320 for
details.
2. New windows have been ordered by the Owner and are scheduled to be delivered to the
4W Project by June. Refer to Section 08600 for further information.
B. Items noted 'NIC' (Not in Contract), furnishings, and equipment will be furnished and installed
by Owner.
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5. All Risk Insurance The General Contractor shall procure and maintain during the life of this
Contract,All-Risk Builder's Risk Insurance on a 100%completed value basis,with the Owner
as an insured as his interest may appear.
6. Owner's Liability Insurance Contractor shall procure and maintain during the life of this
Contract, Protective Public Liability Insurance with bodily injury limits, including accidental
death, of not less that$ 500.000.00 personal and $1,000,000.00 per occurrence; and property
damage insurance with limit of not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence; naming the
Awarding Authority as insured.
7. Contractor shall either (1) require each subcontractor to procure and to maintain during the
life of his/her Subcontract,Subcontractor's General Liability and Property Damage Insurance
of same type and same manner as specified above, or (2) insure activities of his/her
subcontractors in his/her own policy. In the event of paid claims,Contractor shall bear costs
of any amounts deductible under the policy.
11.1.4 Delete in its entirety and substitute the following:
11.1.4 Certificate of Insurance acceptable to the Owner shall be submitted to the Owner
simultaneously with the execution of the Contract. Certificates shall indicate that Contractual
Liability coverage is in force, as well as deletions of the XCU exclusions. These Certificates ..
shall contain a provision that the insurance company will notify the Owner by registered mail
at least thirty (30) days in advance of any cancellation, change or expiration of the policies.
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ARTICLE 13: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Add the following:
13.5 TESTS AND INSPECTIONS
13.5.1 Edit paragraph 13.5.1 as follows: In the second sentence, delete "and shall bear all related am
costs of tests,inspections and approvals." Reword the last sentence to read: "The Owner shall
bear costs of tests, inspections, or approvals except as provided in sub-paragraph 13.5.3."
13.8 GUARANTEES Aw
13.8.1 Where Subcontractor's or material suppliers'guarantees are required by these documents,the
General Contractor shall secure same addressed to the Owner,and shall deliver copies to the
Architect upon completion of the Work. ,,.r
Delivery of said guarantees does not relieve the Contractor from any obligation assumed under
any other provision of the contract.
Should any defects develop in aforesaid work within a period of one year of the completion
of the project in its entirety (or within an otherwise specified period of time relative to a ..
specified portion of the work), should that defect be due to faulty materials and/or
workmanship, the Contractor shall correct defective work to the Owner's satisfaction, as
approved by the Architect. Corrective work, including costs of making good other work ""
damaged or otherwise affected by repair work, shall be performed by the responsible
contractor at no expense to the Owner.
Defective work must be repaired or corrected within four (4) days after receipt of written a
notice to said Contractor(s) by Owner or Architect. Failure to comply with such a written
order, by the Contractor , will result in the Owner having work done by other forces, with
resulting costs charged against any moneys retained as provided in the agreement. If said
money is insufficient to pay such costs,or if no money is available,contractor(s)involved and low
his/her sureties agree to pay costs of such work.
The General Contractor shall guarantee all work performed under this contract for a period
of one year against defects in materials and workmanship under conditions of normal usage. ow
This guarantee does not apply to defects in work or materials caused by abusive use or lack
of proper maintenance by Owner.
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8.4.1 Established Schedule: The time allowed for this project is as specified in the Invitation to Bid
and elsewhere. The Contractor must adhere to this schedule through adequate labor and
careful scheduling and coordination.
8.4.2 it is the General Contractor's responsibility to see to it that all subcontractors adhere to the
project schedule.
8.4.3 If overtime and weekend labor is necessary to complete the project on schedule, this expense
will be included in the General Contract and not grounds for extra payments.
ARTICLE 9: PAYMENTS AND COMPLETION
9.2 SCHEDULE OF VALUES:
Add the following Subparagraphs:
9.2.2 The Schedule of Values shall be submitted on AIA Form G703, and shall contain a separate
*� item for each Section of these Specifications broken down in such form as the Architect may
require. Each item in the Schedule of Values shall include its proper share of overhead and
profit.
9.3 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT
9.3.1 In the first sentence, after "application for Payment", add the words: "AIA Form G702,".
Add the following Subparagraphs:
9.3.5 Any application for Payment received by the end of a calendar month will,upon approval of
the Architect and the Owner, be paid by the fifteenth of the following month. The Owner
shall retain the amount of five percent (5%) of the funds requested by such requisition,
through the progress of the work. Once the work reaches Substantial Completion,the amount
of retainage shall be reduced to two and one half percent (2-1/2%), provided the funds
retained by the Owner after the percentage reduction are sufficient to allow the Owner to
complete remaining work with other forces, should that ever become necessary.
ARTICLE 11: INSURANCE AND BONDS
11.1 CONTRACTOR'S LIABILITY INSURANCE: Delete 11.1.2 in its entirety and substitute the
following:
11.1.2 The insurance required by Subparagraph 11.1.1 shall be taken out in a company or companies
authorized to do such business in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and satisfactory to the
Owner and shall be written for not less than any limits of liability specified herein below, or
required by law, whichever is greater.
1. Worker's comMnsatiog and other benefits as required under Chapter 152 of the General Laws,
as amended, and Section 34A of Chapter 149 of the General Laws.
2. Empl"er's Liability with a limit of at least $300,000 each accident.
3. Comprehensive General Public Liability including Contractor's Liability as applicable to the
Contractor's obligation under Paragraph 4.1.8; Elevators (if any in the work): Complete
Operations and Products Liability; all on the occurrence basis with Personal Injury Coverage
and Broad Form Property Damage. Remove the XCU exclusions relating to Explosion,
Collapse, and Underground Property Damage. Completed Operation Liability shall be kept
in force for at least two years after the date of Final Completion.
Personal InjuEy and Accidental Death
Each Person $ 500,000.00
Each Occurrence $1,000,000.00
Property Damage
Each Occurrence $ 500,000.00
Aggregate per 12 months $1,000,000.00
4. Comprehensive Automotive Liability including coverage for owned, non-owned, and hired
automobiles.
Bodily Injuxy and Accidental Death
Each Person $ 500,000.00
Each Occurrence $1,000,000.00
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ARTICLE 7: CHANGES IN THE WORK
7.2 CHANGE ORDERS
Add the following Subparagraphs: .,.
7.2.3 Lump sum proposals shall be accompanied by a detailed breakdown estimated costs of labor,
materials, equipment, and insurance, including similar costs for subcontracted work. Such
proposals shall be subject to the Architect's review and acceptance which will be based upon
the Contractor's satisfactory demonstration that all costs and charges included therein are fair
and reasonable,consistent with current price indexes for labor, materials,and equipment and
do not in any way reflect exorbitant or non-applicable charges. Surcharges for overhead and
profit shall not exceed the amount stipulated in subparagraph 7.2.5. Proposals shall be based
on the approved Schedule of Values as specified under Paragraph 9.2 where applicable,except
that surcharges for overhead and profit shall be listed separately. The Contractor shall
cooperate fully with the Architect to whatever extent necessary in providing adequate
substantiation of cost in conductance of negotiations pertaining thereto.
7.2.4 Cost of material and labor for Changes in the Work shall include the following:
.1 The net cost to the Contractor of all necessary materials,including transportation to the site,
less all discounts and other savings.
.2 Cost of all necessary labor, including pro-rated charges for foremen, in accordance with
established wage rates, as evidenced by payroll records.
.3 Premium the Contractor has to pay for liability compensation and other insurance directly MW
required by reason of performance of such change in the Work.
.4 Payments required to labor organizations under existing labor agreements, and directly
required by reason of performance of such change in the Work. MW
.5 State taxes for Unemployment Insurance and Federal Taxes and Social Security Taxes and
directly required by reason of such change in the Work.
.6 Taxes, if any, required to be paid on materials incorporated in such Work.
.7 Maintenance, operation, and rental of, or reasonable rental value of Contractor-Owned ow
necessary plant and equipment other than small tools, and including gas, oil, coal, electric
current and other forms of energy used, where directly required by reason of such change in
the Work. a,
.8 Necessary installation and dismantling of such plant and equipment, if any including
transportation to and from site, if directly required by reason of such change in the Work.
72.5 Where the value of work performed directly by the Contractor under a Change Order is am
determined by either a lump sum proposal or by the actual cost of work as it progresses, the
Contractor will be allowed an additional amount not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the total
cost of material and labor as combined overhead and profit. Surcharges for subcontracted
work where required or permitted, shall not exceed the following: am
.1 To the subcontractor or sub-subcontractors performing the work sixteen(16%)of the total cost
of labor and materials.
.2 To payments made to a sub-subcontractor, the subcontractor will be allowed an additional ..
seven percent (7%).
.3 To the total payments made the subcontractor, the Contractor will be allowed and additional
seven percent (7%) to cover increased overhead and profit.
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7.2.6 The Contractor shall not sublet any work under a Change Order unless work under the basic
Contract of a similar type was previously subcontracted;and subcontractors will not be allowed
to further sublet any work under a Change Order unless work under the basic Contract of a ow
similar type was previously sublet by them without the written approval and acceptance of the
Owner.
7.2.7 All changes in the Work shall be in accordance with provision of General Law Chapter 30,Section 391. „m
ARTICLE 8: TIME
8.4 Add the following Subparagraphs:
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SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS
PART 1 AMENDMENTS TO AIA GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. Articles set forth under the Supplementary Conditions correspond to Articles of the General
Conditions, AIA Document A 201, 1987 Edition. For copyright reasons, this AIA document
is not reproduced herein, but is available for review from the Owner, Architect or the
American Institute of Architecture. Any basic Article not so amended shall remain in effect.
B. The Supplementary Conditions add, delete, or substitute to the basic Articles. Any basic
Article not so amended shall remain in effect.
ARTICLE 1: CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
1.2 EXECUTION, CORRELATION, AND INTENT
Add the following Subparagraphs:
1.2.6 Where used in conjunction with the Architect's or Engineer's response to submittals,requests,
applications, inquiries, reports and claims by the Contractor, the meaning of the term
"approved" will be held to the limitations of the Architect's responsibilities and duties as
specified in the General and Supplementary Conditions. In no case will "approval" by the
Architect be interpreted as an assurance to the Contractor that the requirements of the
Contract Documents have been fulfilled.
1.2.7 Where reference is made to standards or trade association publications, it shall mean to refer
to the latest edition and revision thereof, if any, in effect on the date of the Contract
Documents.
? 1.2.8 Except as otherwise defined in context,the following words,terms,and phrases shall mean as
follows:
(1)"As shown","as indicated","as detailed",or"as noted"shall mean"as shown(indicated,etc.)
on the Drawings or any other diagrammatic or written reference on the Drawings".
(2) "Provide" shall mean "furnish and install, complete and ready for intended use".
(3) "Directed", "required", "permitted", "ordered", "designed", "prescribed", and similar words
shall mean the "direction (requirement, permission,order,designation, or prescription) of the
Architect".
(4) "Approved", "acceptable", "satisfactory", and similar words shall mean "approved by,
(acceptable or satisfactory to) the Architect".
w (5) "Necessary", "responsible", "proper", "correct"' and similar words shall mean "necessary
(reasonable, proper, or correct) in the judgement of the Architect".
ARTICLE 3: CONTRACTOR
3.13 USE OF SITE:
Add the following Subparagraph:
3.13.2 The Contractor shall be given access to the entire interior of the Parsons House,as well as the
immediate site throughout the project. Access shall be kept open for Smith College personnel
as well, in a safe and orderly condition. At certain time access to portions of the site will be
limited, to be determined by a schedule which the Contractor will negotiate with the Owner
„ prior to the start of Construction.
ARTICLE 6: WORK BY OWNER OR BY SEPARATE CONTRACTOR
6.2 MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITY
Add the following Subparagraphs:
6.2.7 Should the Contractor sustain damage through an act or omission of any separate contractor,
or should the Contractor sustain damage through an act or omission of a Subcontractor of any
such separate contractor, the Contractor shall have no claim against the Owner for such
damage.
6.2.8 The settlement of any claim set forth in the preceding subparagraph 6.2.7 shall in no case be
a cause for delays in the Work.
SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS - PAGE 1
FORM FOR GENERAL BID
Improvements to Parsons House
Smith College
Henshaw Avenue
Northampton, MA DATE:
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FROM:
(Contractor Name)
A. The undersigned proposes to furnish all labor and materials required,and to perform all work for the completion of
the project in accordance with the accompanying plans and specifications prepared by Margo Jones, Architects, and
the Owner for the contract price noted below.
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B. This bid includes all of the information from addenda numbered
w C. The proposed contract price for work in the Base Bid is:
dollars ($ ).
D. Alternates:
1. For Deduct Alt. #1, "Extension of East Parking Lot" Add/Deduct $
2. For Deduct Alt. #2, "Upgrade Existing East Entry" Add/Deduct $
3. For Add Alt. #3, "Insulate Exterior Walls" Add/Deduct $
tw 4. For Deduct Alt. #4, "New Carpeting" Add/Deduct $
5. For Add Alt. #5, 'New Vinyl Treads" Add/Deduct $
6. For Add Alt. #6, "Dining Hall Improvements" Add/Deduct $
E. Subcontractors: The undersigned agrees that the following list represents bonafide sub-bids for the Base Bid and
that the Owner may substitute for any sub-bids listed the names and amounts of sub-bids as submitted for this work
against whose standing and ability the undersigned makes no valid objections, and that he will use all such finally
selected sub-bidders at the amounts so named, with the total Contract Price being adjusted to conform thereto.
TRADE NAME OF SUB CONTRACTOR AMOUNT IN BASE BID
Roofing
Low Bidder $
Painting
Low Bidder $
Plumbing
Low Bidder $
Electrical
Low Bidder $
E. Time: In submitting this bid, we/I state that the project shall be Substantially Complete by August 15, 1994.
Duly Submitted,
Name of General Bidder
BY:
Title
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shall not, in any event, exceed the difference between the bid price and the bid price of the next
lowest responsible and eligible bidder.
1.07 TAXES:
The Awarding Authority is exempt from payment of the Massachusetts Sales Tax. The Contractor will
be provided a Certificate of Exemption number at the preconstruction conference.
1.08 ALTERNATES:
Each Bidder shall bid on all alternates listed. In the event an alternate does not involve a change in
t amount of the base bid, the Biddcr shall so indicate by using the words. "No anae", in the space
provided for that alternate. The low bidder will be determined on the basis of the sum of the base bid
and the Alternates accepted.
1.09 WITHDRAWAL OF BID:
Any bid may be withdrawn prior to the time designated for receipt of bids on written or telegraphic '
request.
1.10 GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS: am
All applicable laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Federal Laws, and Municipal Ordinances
and By-Laws and the rules and regulations of all authorities having jurisdiction over construction of the
Project shall apply to be included in the Contract as if therein written out in full.
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1.11 EXECUTION OF CONTRACT:
The Owner reserves the right to accept any Bid, and to reject any and all Bids, or to negotiate Contract
Terms with the various Bidders, when such is deemed by the Owner to be in his best interest. so
Notwithstanding any delay in the preparation and execution of the Formal Contract Agreement, each
Bidder shall be prepared, upon written notice of Bid Acceptance, to commence work immediately.
The Accepted Bidder shall assist and cooperate with the Owner in preparation and execution of the Am
Formal Contract Agreement, and within five (5) days following its presentation shall execute same and
present it to the Owner. The Contractor shall furnish with the executed Contract a Performance and
Payment Bond as described in these specifications. A
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INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS - 2 „�
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
1.01 BID DOCUMENTS:
n A. General Bidders may obtain two (2) complete sets of Contract Documents from the Physical
Plant, Smith College, 126 West Street, Northampton, MA 01063, after noon on Monday, 25
April 1994. Other bidders may obtain sets of Contract Documents upon deposit of a business
check for $50 per set. This deposit will be refunded upon return of the documents in good
a condition within 30 days after the bid opening. A non-refundable mailing fee of $25.00, payable
to Margo Jones Architects, will be charged to bidders requesting this service from the Architect.
B. Addenda will be sent by mail to the General Contractors, and any other Subcontractor who has
taken out Bid Documents from the Owner. Addenda so issued shall become part of the
Contract Documents, and the failure of any bidder to examine any form or document shall not
relieve him/her of any obligation in respect to his/her bid.
1.02 BIDDERS FAMILIARITY WITH DOCUMENTS AND SITE:
A. Each General Contractor who submits a bid attests that they have:
1. Read and understood the Bid Documents.
2. Visited the site and are familiar with the conditions of the work.
3. Understand the strict scheduling requirements of this project.
1.03 PREBID INFORMATION MEETING AND WALK-THROUGH
A. A pre-bid conference and building walk-through will be held at Parsons House on May 3, 1994
at 12:30 p.m. All invited general bidders and their subcontractors are urged to attend, as this
conference will be the only time set aside for access to the building to view existing interior
conditions.
1.04 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION:
A. Bidders shall promptly notify the Architect of any ambiguity, inconsistency, or error which they
discover.
�. B. Bidders may make oral, written and/or faxed requests to the Architect during the bidding
period, up to four (4) calendar days before the bid date. All interpretations, corrections, and/or
changes to the Bid Documents will be made by Addendum. No Qr d interpretations by the
Architect or Owner will be made accountable.
1.05 PREPARATION OF BIDS:
A. Bids shall be made on an unaltered Bid Form (or a copy thereof) furnished as part of these
specifications. The proposed forms shall be filled out in full. All blank spaces for bid prices
must be filled in, in ink or typewritten, in words and figures. All the bids shall be signed with
the name yWd or printed below signature.
B. All applicable laws, ordinances, and rules and regulations of all authorities having jurisdiction
over construction of the Project shall apply to the contract throughout.
C. Each General bid must be accompanied by a 5% bid deposit.
w 1.06 BID DEPOSIT:
A. Each General Bid must be secured by an accompanying deposit in the amount of 5% of the
total bid amount in the form of a Bid Bond; in Cash; or Certified, Treasurer's, or Cashier's
no Check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to Smith College.
NOTE: Attach bid bond or check to bid form.
B. All bid deposits of General Bidders, except the two (2) low General Bidders, will be returned
within five (5) days, Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays excluded, after the opening of the
bids. The bid deposit of the two (2) low General Bidders will be returned after the execution
and delivery of the Contract; except that, if any General Bidder fails to perform his agreement
to execute a Contract, his bid deposit shall become and be the property of Smith College, as
liquidated damages. The amount of the bid deposit which becomes the property of the Owner
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS - 1
INVITATION TO BID
The Board of Trustees of Smith College, Northampton, MA, invites sealed bids for Improvements to
s Parsons House, Henshaw Avenue, Northampton, MA, in accordance with the Contract Documents
prepared by Margo Jones, Architects, 136 Main Street, Greenfield, MA 01301.
The general scope of work for this project is to upgrade the exterior of the building, provide internal
fire safety and exits, to install an accessible toilet on the first floor and a new laundry room, and other
minor modifications. The building will be reroofed with new slate and copper [lashings, as well as areas of
membrane and copper roofing. Copper downspouts and gutters will be replaced and/or added. All the
u existing wood windows will be replaced. All exterior wood finishes will be repainted. The front entry will
be redone, and a new porch/exit stair added to the south. The parking lot will be expanded at the front
(east) of the building, and some new paved walks added. Other paving will be removed. Minor masonry
restoration is included, as well as minor carpeting, interior doorways changed to provide enclosed exit stairs,
and other miscellaneous modifications. Mechanical work includes new domestic water service from the
existing sprinkler service, new plumbing fixtures for a toilet room and bathroom,and a new water pressure
reducing station. Fire Protection includes a new backflow preventer, and minor extensions and piping
modifications for renovations. Mechanical work includes new radiation at renovated areas, a new timer
control system, new steam valve, dryer and room ventilation, and other miscellaneous work. Electrical
modifications include a new distribution panel, new lighting fixtures, and other minor improvements.
The schedule for this work is of utmost importance. Work can begin 24 May,and must be complete
by 15 August 1994. The estimated cost of the project is approximately $400,000.
OR General Bidders may obtain three (3) complete sets of Contract Documents from the Smith College
Physical Plant, 126 West Street, Northampton, MA 01060, after noon on Tuesday, 26 April 1994. Other
bidders may obtain sets of Contract Documents upon deposit of a business check for $50 per set.
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A pre-bid conference and building walk-through will be held at Parsons House on May 3, 1994 at
12:30 p.m. All invited general bidders and their subcontractors are urged to attend, as this conference will
be the only time set aside for access to the building to view existing interior conditions.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations during normal business hours:
Margo Jones Architects, 136 Main Street, Greenfield. 7747589
"a Smith College Physical Plant, 126 West Street, Northampton. 585 2400
FW Dodge/McGraw Hill, 181 Park Avenue, W. Springfield. 788 9407
Sealed bids for the General Contract will be received at the Physical Plant Conference Room. Smith
Colleg@,, 126 West Street. Northilmplon. Massachusetts.01063 until Thursday 12 May, 1994 at 2:00 P.M.
All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at this time.
r Each General Bid must be secured by an accompanying deposit of five percent (5%) of the total
amount in the form of a Bid Bond, in Cash, or Certified Treasurer's or Cashier's Check issued by a
responsible U.S. bank or trust company, payable to Smith College. NOTE: Attach bond or check to bid
► form.
In inviting Bids, the Awarding Authority reserves the right to waive any informalities and to reject any
or all General Bids, if it be in their interest to do so. The Successful General Bidder may be required to
furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond as set forth in the Contract Documents. Bids should
include a List of Major Subcontractors to be used by the bidder for this project and adjustments to the
Contract price for Alternates.
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All bids shall remain in effect for thirty (30) days, Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays excluded,
after the opening of General Bids.
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By order of: Robert S. Lesko, Associate Director
Physical Plant Dept., Smith College
SPECIFICATIONS NO, OF PAGES
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DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND WINDOWS
08100: Doors and Frames 3
08600: Wood Windows (N.I.C.) 2 ,.
08700: Hardware 6
08800: Glass & Glazing 3
DIVISION 9 - FINISHES
09250: Gypsum Wallboard & Plaster Patching 2
09500: Acoustical Ceilings 2
0%50: Resilient Flooring 3
0%80: Carpet 3
09900: Painting 5
DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES ..
10500: Miscellaneous Specialties 1
DIVISION 15 - MECHANICAL ""
15000: Mechanical 9
DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL M
16000: Electrical 9
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPROVEMENTS TO PARSONS HOUSE
Henshaw Avenue
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
INVITATION TO BID 1
BIDDING DOCUMENTS:
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 2
FORM FOR GENERAL BID 1
CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT:
SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS TO AIA A201, 1987 ed. CONTRACT 4
SPECIFICATIONS
DIVISION I - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01010: Summary of Work 2
01030: Alternates 1
01045: Cutting & Patching 2
01200: Meetings & Coordination 2
01300: Submittals 2
01400: Ouality Control 2
01500: Construction Facilities & Temporary Controls 4
01600: Material & Equipment 2
01700: Contract Closeout 3
DIVISION 2 - SITEWORK
02072: Demolition 2
am 02200: Earthwork 4
02500: Paving 3
DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE
03000: Concrete 5
DIVISION 4 - MASONRY
04100: Masonry 2
DIVISION 5 - METALS
05700: Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron 2
DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTICS
06100: Rough Carpentry 4
06200: Finish Carpentry 6
DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
07200: Building Insulation 2
07320: Slate Roofing 4
07500: Membrane Roofing 4
07620: Flashing & Sheet Metal 4
07900: Joint Sealers 3
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IMPROVEMENTS TO PARSONS HOUSE
Henshaw Avenue
Northampton, Massachusetts
Owner: Trustees of Smith College
% Physical Plant Department
126 West Street
Northampton, MA 01063
Charles Conant, Project Manager
(413) 585-2424
(413) 585-2444 Fax
Architect: Margo Jones, Architects
136 Main Street, Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-7589
(413) 773-0179 Fax
Mechanical MacDonald Associates, Inc.
Engineers: 997 Elm Street, Springfield, MA 01090
(413) 733-4163
(413) 736-8186 Fax
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IMPROVEMENTS TO
PARSONS HOUSE ,
SMITH COLLEGE
2,4 Henshaw Avenue
Northampton, Massachusetts
Margo Jones, Architects
136 Main Street
Greenfield, MA 01301