Contract Modification Procedures
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1.06 DOCUMENTATION OF CHANGE PROPOSALS
A. Change proposal:
1. Support with sufficient substantiating data to allow Engineer to evaluate the quotation.
a. Lump sum.
b. Unit prices: Use previously established unit prices. c. Force account basis:
1) Name of the Cit’s authorized agent who ordered the work, and date of the order.
2) Dates and times work was performed, and by whom.
3) Time record, summary of hours worked, and hourly rates paid. 4) Receipts and invoices for:
a) Equipment used, listing dates and times of use.
b) Products used, listing of quantities.
c) Subcontracts.
2. Provide additional data to support force account computations:
a. Labor required.
b. Equipment required.
c. Products required:
1) Recommended source of purchase and unit cost.
2) Quantities required.
d. Taxes, insurance, and bonds.
e. Credit for work deleted from Contract, similarly documented. f. Overhead and profit.
g. Justification for change to Contract Time.
1.07 PREPARATION OF CHANGE ORDERS AND FIELD ORDERS
A. Engineer will prepare each Change Order and Field Order.
B. Change Orders:
1. Will describe changes in the Work, both additions and deletions, with attachments of revised Contract Documents to define details of the change.
2. Will provide an accounting of the adjustment in the Contract Sum and in the Contract Time.
3. Recommendation of Change Proposal is indicated by Engineer's signature.
4. Upon signature and execution by City, the Change Proposal becomes a Change Order altering the Contract Time and Total Contract Cost, as indicated.
a. Engineer will transmit one signed copy each to Contractor and Engineer.
5. Contractor may only request payment for changes in the Work against an approved Change Order.
6. If Engineer disapproves the Change Proposal, the reason for disapproval will be stated.
a. A request for a revised proposal or cancellation of the proposal will be shown.
C. Field Orders:
1. Order minor changes in the Work without changes in Contract Price or Contract Times.
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1.08 LUMP-SUM/FIXED PRICE CHANGE ORDER
A. Content of Change Orders will be based on, either:
1. Engineer’s Proposal Request and Contractor’s responsive Change Proposal as mutually agreed between City and Contractor.
2. Contractor’s Change Proposal for a change, as recommended by Engineer.
B. City will sign and date the Change Order to establish the change in Contract Sum and in Contract Time and serve as authorization for the Contractor to proceed with the changes.
C. Contractor will sign and date the Change Order to indicate agreement with the terms.
1.09 UNIT PRICE CHANGE ORDER
A. Content of Change Orders will be based on, either:
1. Engineer’s definition of the scope of the required changes.
2. Contractor’s Change Proposal for a change, recommended by Engineer.
3. Survey of completed work.
B. The amounts of the unit prices to be:
1. Those stated in the Contract.
2. Those mutually agreed upon between City and Contractor.
C. When quantities of each of the items affected by the Change Order can be determined prior to start of the work:
1. City will sign and date the Change Order as authorization for Contractor to proceed with the changes.
2. Contractor will sign and date the Change Order to indicate agreement with the terms.
D. When quantities of the items cannot be determined prior to start of the work:
1. Engineer will issue a Work Change Directive authorization directing Contractor to proceed with the change on the basis of unit prices, and will cite the applicable unit prices.
2. At completion of the change, Engineer will determine the cost of such work based on the unit prices and quantities used.
3. Contractor shall submit documentation to establish the number of units of each item and any claims for a change in Contract Time.
E. City will sign and date the Change Order to establish the change in Contract Sum and in Contract Time and serve as authorization for the Contractor to proceed with the changes.
F. Contractor will sign and date the Change Order to indicate their agreement with the terms.
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1.10 TIME AND MATERIAL/FORCE ACCOUNT CHANGE ORDER/WORK CHANGE
DIRECTIVE AUTHORIZATION
A. Engineer will issue a Work Change Directive for the City’s signature authorizing Contractor to proceed with the changes.
B. At completion of the change, Contractor shall submit itemized accounting and supporting data as specified in this Section.
C. Engineer will determine the allowable cost of such work, as provided in the Contract Documents.
D. City and Engineer will sign and date the Change Order to establish the change in Contract Sum and in Contract Time and serve as authorization for the Contractor to proceed with the changes.
E. Contractor will sign and date the Change Order to indicate their agreement.
1.11 CORRELATION WITH CONTRACTOR’S SUBMITTALS
A. Periodically revise Schedule of Values and Applications for Payment forms to record each Change Order as a separate item of Work, and to record the adjusted Contract Sum.
B. Periodically revise the Construction Schedule to reflect each change in Contract Time. Revise schedules to show changes for other items of work affected by the changes.
C. Upon completion of work under a Change Order, enter pertinent changes in Record Documents.
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Schedule of Values
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SCHEDULE OF VALUES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Requirements for preparation, format, and submittal of Schedule of Values.
1.02 PREPARATION
A. Schedule of Values shall be a listing of all cost loaded, on-site construction activities from the progress schedule, listed in numerical order, showing that the sum total of all cost-loaded activities equal the Contract value.
B. When the schedule is changed or revised to include added or deleted work, the Schedule of Values shall also be revised such that the sum total of all cost-loaded activities continuously equal the current Contract value.
1. Equate the aggregate of these costs to the Lump Sum Contract Price.
C. Prepare Schedule of Values identifying costs of Major Items of Work.
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit Schedule of Values for the Preliminary Schedule as specified in Section 01321 - Schedules and Reports.
B. Contractor shall prepare and submit to the Engineer a Schedule of Values covering each lump sum item for each item of work. The Schedule of Values, showing the value of each kind of work, shall be acceptable to the Engineer before any partial payment estimate is prepared.
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Project Meetings
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PROJECT MEETINGS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Requirements for conducting conferences and meetings for the purposes of addressing issues related to the Work, reviewing and coordinating progress of the Work and other matters of common interest, and includes the following:
1. Qualifications of Meeting Participants.
2. Basic Meeting Requirements.
3. Pre-construction Conference.
4. Pre-construction Safety Conference.
5. Pre-submittal Conference.
6. Web Based Construction Document Management Software Training.
7. Progress Meetings.
8. Schedule Update Meetings.
9. Quality Control Meetings.
10. Pre-Installation Meetings.
11. Commissioning Coordination Meetings.
12. Instrumentation and Control Coordination Meetings.
13. Close-out Meeting.
14. Post Construction Meeting.
1.02 QUALIFICATIONS OF MEETING PARTICIPANTS
A. Representatives of entities participating in meetings shall be qualified and authorized to act on behalf of entity each represents.
1.03 BASIC MEETING REQUIREMENTS
A. Attendees:
1. Meeting leader shall require attendance of parties directly affecting, or affected by, Work being discussed at the meeting.
B. Location:
1. In location convenient for most invitees.
C. Notification:
1. Meeting leader shall notify attendees of meeting, including an agenda, a minimum of 7 days prior to meeting.
D. Agenda:
1. Meeting leader shall prepare copies of agenda for participants and distribute at the meeting.
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2. Minimum requirements:
a. Meeting purpose.
b. Review minutes of previous meeting.
c. Safety and security.
d. Discuss issues.
e. Action items.
f. Next meeting.
E. Meeting minutes:
1. Meeting leader shall provide draft minutes within 7 days of meeting and send to all attendees for comment within 7 days.
2. Meeting leader shall incorporate comments from attendees and submit final meeting minutes to attendees within 7 days of receipt of comments.
1.04 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE
A. Engineer leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Upon issuance of Notice to Proceed, or earlier when mutually agreeable.
C. Required attendees:
1. Contractor's project manager and superintendent, Engineer, representatives of utilities, major subcontractors and others involved in performance of the Work, and others necessary to agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. To establish working understanding between parties and to discuss Construction Schedule, shop drawing and other submittals, cost breakdown of major lump sum items, processing of submittals and applications for payment, and other subjects pertinent to execution of the Work.
2. Adequacy of distribution of Contract Documents.
3. Distribution and discussion of list of major subcontractors and suppliers.
4. Proposed progress schedules and critical construction sequencing.
5. Major equipment deliveries and priorities.
6. Project coordination.
7. Designation of responsible personnel.
8. Procedures and processing of:
a. Field decisions.
b. Proposal requests.
c. Submittals.
d. Change Orders.
e. Request for Information/Interpretations.
f. Applications for Payment.
g. Record Documents.
9. Use of premises:
a. Office, construction, and storage areas.
b. City’s requirements.
10. Construction facilities, controls, and construction aids.
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11. Temporary utilities.
12. Safety and first aid procedures.
13. Security procedures.
14. Housekeeping procedures.
15. Safety and security.
16. Review proposed photographer submittal.
17. Action items.
18. Next meeting.
E. If mutually agreed by the Construction Manager, Contractor, Engineer, and City, the Pre-Construction Scheduling Meeting, Pre-Construction Safety Conference, and Pre-Submittal Conference (or portions thereof) may be included in the Pre-Construction Conference.
1.05 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING MEETING
A. Engineer leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Within 7 days of Notice to Proceed, or earlier when mutually agreeable.
C. Required attendees:
1. Contractor's project manager, superintendent, scheduler, City, Engineer, and others necessary to agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. To establish the format and features of the Construction Schedule.
2. Schedule preparation.
3. Reporting requirements.
4. Updates and revision procedures.
5. Schedule delay analysis procedures.
6. Schedule methodology.
7. Planned sequence of operations.
8. Cost and labor loading methodology.
9. Proposed activity coding structure as specified in Section 01321 - Schedules and Reports.
10. Naming convention: Name schedule files with the year, month and day of the data date, revision identifier, and a description of the schedule. a. Example 1: 2014_07_30 rev 1 draft baseline schedule.xer. b. Example 2: 2014_09_30 rev 2 sep final update.xer.
11. Action items.
12. Next meeting.
1.06 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SAFETY CONFERENCE
A. Engineer leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Upon issuance of Notice to Proceed, or earlier when mutually agreeable.
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1. Contractor's project manager, safety representative, and superintendent; City, Engineer, representatives of utilities, major subcontractors and others involved in performance of the Work, and others necessary to agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. To establish safety procedures and identify lead participants.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Safety and first aid procedures.
4. Review of Experience Modification Rating for Contractor and each subcontractor.
5. Security procedures.
6. Housekeeping procedures.
7. Safety and security.
8. Action items.
9. Next meeting.
1.07 PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE
A. Engineer leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Prior to producing any submittals.
C. Required attendees:
1. Contractor's project manager and superintendent, Engineer, representatives of utilities, major subcontractors, individual equipment manufacturers furnishing major pieces of equipment, and others involved in performance of the Work, and others necessary to agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Reviewing the entire Project, equipment, schedules, and submittal requirements.
b. Review the entire Project, equipment, control philosophy, schedules, and submittal requirements.
c. Awareness of requirements by major subcontractors, major suppliers, and major equipment manufacturers.
d. Format and procedures for submittals.
e. Review of the master submittal schedule.
2. Review equipment list.
3. Review submittal schedule.
4. Format of submittals.
5. Procedures and processing of submittals.
a. Review turn-around time.
6. Discuss specific electrical and instrumentation and controls submittal requirements.
7. Safety and security.
8. Action items.
9. Next meeting.
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1.08 WEB BASED CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE TRAINING A. Contractor can submit a written request to the Engineer to waive the training based on staff having sufficient familiarity with the software and its complete usage.
Construction Manager will lead the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Upon issuance of Notice to Proceed, or earlier when mutually agreeable.
2. Duration minimum: 2 hours.
C. Required attendees:
1. Mandatory attendance.
a. Contractor’s project manager.
b. Contractor’s field superintendent.
c. Contractor’s project engineer.
2. Other attendees:
a. City, Engineer, Contractor’s quality control manager, Contractor’s project scheduler and any other persons involved with preparing and transmitting documents.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Train construction team on the use of the web based document management system software.
2. Safety.
3. General Items.
4. Contractor functions.
5. City functions.
6. Engineer functions.
7. Action items.
1.09 PROGRESS MEETINGS
A. Engineer will lead the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Hold meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum weekly intervals.
C. Required attendees:
1. Engineer, Contractor, Contractor’s Project Manager, superintendent, quality control manager, project scheduler, major subcontractors and suppliers as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.
2. Additional invitees:
a. Utility companies when the Work affects their interests, and others necessary to agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Provide the status of the Work.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Safety and security.
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4. Construction schedule summary.
5. Review of 6 weeks schedule.
a. Contractor shall provide printed hard copies for each attendee.
6. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.
7. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.
8. Request for information (RFI’s) status.
9. MOP’s/shutdown coordination.
10. Change order management status.
11. Maintenance of quality standards (QA/QC).
12. Field observations, problems, and conflicts.
13. Commissioning.
14. Partnering recognition status (optional).
15. General Items.
16. Action items.
17. Next meeting.
1.10 SCHEDULE UPDATE MEETINGS
A. Contractor leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Hold meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum monthly intervals.
C. Required attendees:
1. Engineer, Contractor, Contractor’s Project Manager, General Superintendent, project scheduler, major subcontractors and suppliers as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.
2. Additional invitees:
a. Utility companies when the Work affects their interests and others necessary to the agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Identify and troubleshoot scheduling issues in a collaborative environment.
b. Provide further detail on Work status.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Review Monthly Schedule, (Actual Progress and Variance). a. “Activities Started/Completed” this period.
b. “Activities Started/Completed” “Variance” Baseline vs. current. c. “Added/Deleted Activities”.
d. “Revised Activity Descriptions”.
e. Any significant Proposed Logic Changes.
4. Review milestone “Completion” Schedule:
a. “Critical” Activities - “Critical Area, Float and Vital Statistics”.
5. Review “Cumulative and Monthly Costs” graph.
6. Review “Budgeted Cost” indicating the Current Project Budgeted Cost.
7. Safety and security.
8. Action items.
9. Next meeting.
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1.11 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS
A. Contractor leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. When specified in Technical Sections or requested by Engineer, before commencing Work of specific section.
C. Required attendees:
1. Engineer, Contractor, Contractor’s Project Manager, General Superintendent, project scheduler, major subcontractors including electrical instrumentation, and suppliers as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.
2. Additional invitees:
a. Utility companies when the Work affects their interests and others necessary to the agenda.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Review conditions of installation, preparation and installation procedures. b. Review coordination with related work.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Safety and security.
4. Action items.
5. Next meeting.
1.12 PRE-SHUTDOWN MEETINGS
A. Contractor leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Short-term and longer-term shutdowns and other tie-ins that require a City approved MOP require a pre-shutdown meeting at Project site at least 3 working days prior to commencing shutdown for tie-in or modification of specific plant systems.
C. Required attendees:
1. Require attendance of parties directly affecting, or affected by shutdown, including Engineer, specific work crews, City’s construction, operations, and maintenance staff.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Review conditions of installation, preparation, and installation procedures. b. Review coordination with related work.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Review accepted Construction Method of Procedure (MOP), as specified in Attachment A of Section 01140 - Work Restrictions, including conditions of shutdown, preparation, and installation procedures.
4. Review timelines and sequences.
5. Review responsibilities.
6. Review dry run plan and schedule, as necessary.
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7. Review coordination with related work.
8. Safety and security.
9. Action items.
10. Next meeting.
1.13 QUALITY CONTROL MEETINGS
A. Contractor leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Hold meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum weekly intervals.
C. Required attendees:
1. Engineer and staff, Contractor’s Quality Control Manager, and staff.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Update Contractor’s efforts to comply with quality requirements in the Contract Documents.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Review of Work progress and schedule.
4. Review of out-of-compliance inspection or test results.
5. Field observations, problems, and decisions.
6. Review of offsite fabrication and delivery schedules.
7. Planned progress during succeeding work period.
8. Coordination of required inspections and tests.
9. Review 6-week schedule report with upcoming inspections and special tests.
10. Maintenance of quality and work standards.
11. Other business relating to Work.
12. Safety and security.
13. Action items.
14. Next meeting.
1.14 COMMISSIONING COORDINATION MEETINGS
A. Contractor leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. Separate commissioning coordination meetings will be scheduled as required by Engineer.
C. Required attendees:
1. Require attendance of parties directly affecting, or affected by process start-up and testing, including Engineer, Commissioning Coordinator, specific work crews, City’s operations, and maintenance staff.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Coordinate commissioning activities.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Review Commissioning Schedule.
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4. Review City Training Schedule.
5. Review test plans.
6. Review accepted Construction Method of Procedure (MOP), as specified in Attachment A of Section 01140 - Work Restrictions.
7. City makes final decision for commissioning GO or NO GO.
8. Safety and security.
9. Action items.
10. Next meeting.
1.15 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL COORDINATION MEETINGS
A. Meetings and conferences as specified in Section 17050 - Common Work Results for Process Control and Instrumentation Systems.
1.16 CLOSE-OUT MEETING
A. Engineer leads the meeting.
B. Timing:
1. After punch list items are completed.
C. Required attendees:
1. Engineer, Contractor, Contractor’s Project Manager, and Superintendent.
D. Agenda minimum requirements:
1. Meeting purpose:
a. Coordinate close-out activities.
2. Review minutes of previous meeting.
3. Review punch list completion.
4. Transfer of record documents.
5. Finalize payment.
6. Safety and security.
7. Action items.
8. Next meeting.
1.17 POST CONSTRUCTION MEETING
A. Engineer leads the meeting.
B. Required attendees:
1. Engineer, Contractor, appropriate manufacturers, and installers of major units of constructions, affected subcontractors, and City’s operations and maintenance staff.
C. Timing:
1. About 11 months after date of Completion.
D. Location:
1. Meet in City’s office or other mutually agreed upon place.
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1. Meeting purpose:
a. Review project for compliance with Contract Documents.
2. Inspect the Work and draft list of items to be completed or corrected.
3. Review service and maintenance contracts and take appropriate corrective action when necessary.
4. Complete or correct defective work and may extend correction period.
5. Safety and security.
6. Action items.
7. Next meeting.
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Schedules and Reports
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SCHEDULES AND REPORTS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Schedules and reports.
1.02 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Submit preliminary and baseline schedule.
B. Submit preliminary and baseline schedule of values.
C. Submit preliminary and baseline schedule of submittals.
D. Submit, on a monthly basis, updated schedules as specified.
E. Submit final schedule update as specified.
F. Submit revised schedules and time impact analyses as specified.
G. Submit schedules in the media and number of copies as follows:
1. Provide each submittal in PDF format and in other formats specified in this Section.
2. Three sets of the CPM network and/or bar chart (as specified by the City) on 22-inch by 34-inch sheets.
a. Color-coding to be specified by the City.
3. Three sets of tabular reports listing all activities sorted numerically identifying duration, early start, late start, early finish, late finish, total float, and all predecessor/successor information.
4. Two sets of CPM Schedule data electronic files in a native backed-up file (.xer).
1.03 SCHEDULER
A. Designate, in writing and within 5 calendar days after Notice of Award, the person responsible for preparation, maintenance, updating, and revision of all schedules.
B. Scheduler shall have the authority to act on behalf of Contractor.
1. A minimum of 5 years verifiable experience in preparation of construction schedules for projects of similar value, size, and complexity.
2. Knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling utilizing Primavera P6 Professional or Asta Powerproject software.
1.04 SCHEDULING FORMAT
A. Utilize critical path method (CPM) format.
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C. Engineer approval of the format is required.
1.05 SCHEDULING HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
A. All scheduling software and hardware located on-site.
B. Prepare computerized schedule utilizing the most current version of Oracle Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, or Microsoft Project.
1. Provide 1 licensed copy of the scheduling software to the Engineer, registered in the Engineer’s name, for the duration of the Project.
2. The provided copy of the software shall be a standalone version for installation on a standalone computer.
C. Contractor and Engineer must agree on the format.
1.06 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING MEETING
A. As specified in Section 01312 - Project Meetings.
1.07 REVIEW AND ACCEPTANCE OF SCHEDULES
A. Engineer will review Baseline Schedule, Schedule Updates, Schedule Revisions and Time Impact Analyses to ascertain compliance with specified project constraints, compliance with milestone dates, durations and sequence, accurate inter-relationships, and completeness.
B. Engineer will issue written comments following completion of review of Baseline Schedule within 21 calendar days after receipt.
C. Written comments on review of Schedule Updates and Schedule Revisions and Time Impact Analyses will be returned to Contractor within 14 calendar days after receipt by Engineer.
D. Revise and resubmit schedule in accordance with Engineer’s comments within 7 calendar days after receipt of such comments or request joint meeting to resolve objections.
E. If Engineer requests a meeting, the Contractor and all major subcontractors must participate in the meeting with Engineer.
1. Revise and resubmit schedule within 7 calendar days after meeting.
F. Use accepted schedule for planning, organizing, and directing the work and for reporting progress.
G. Engineer’s submittal review response:
1. When schedule reflects City’s and Contractor's agreement of project approach and sequence, schedule will be accepted by City.
2. Engineer’s submittal review response for schedule submittal will be “Receipt Acknowledged - Filed for Record” including applicable comments.
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3. Acceptance of the schedules by the City is for general conformance with the Contract Documents and for City’s planning information and does not relieve the Contractor of sole responsibility for planning, coordinating, and executing the Work within the contract completion dates.
a. Omissions and errors in the accepted schedules shall not excuse performance less than that required by the Contract Documents. b. Acceptance by the City in no way constitutes an evaluation or validation of the Contractor’s plan, sequence or means, methods, and techniques of construction.
1.08 SCHEDULE UPDATES
A. Any update:
1. Prepare update using most recent accepted version of schedule including:
a. Actual start dates of activities that have been started. b. Actual finish dates of activities that have been completed. c. Percentage of completion of activities that have been started but not finished.
d. Actual dates on which milestones were achieved.
e. Update activities by inputting percent complete figures with actual dates. f. Use retained logic in preparing Schedule Updates.
g. When necessary, input remaining durations for activities whose finish dates cannot be calculated accurately with a percent complete figure only. h. Revisions to the schedule may be included that have been previously approved as specified in this Section under Revisions to Schedule.
B. Monthly updates:
1. Submit written narrative report in conjunction with each Schedule Update including descriptions of the following:
a. Activities added to or deleted from the schedule are to adhere to cost and other resource loading requirements.
1) Identify added activities in manner distinctly different from original activity designations.
b. Changes in sequence or estimated duration of activities. c. Current or anticipated problems and delays affecting progress, impact of these problems and delays and measures taken to mitigate impact. d. Assumptions made and activities affected by incorporating change order work into the schedule.
2. Submit updated schedule and materials specified under Submittal of Progress Schedules, 5 calendar days before the monthly schedule update meeting.
3. Since Monthly Schedule Update is the application for progress payment required as specified in the General Provisions, submittal and acceptance of the monthly Schedule Update is a condition precedent to the making of any progress payments.
C. Weekly progress meeting:
1. Update the schedule prior to weekly progress meeting. a. Identify overall progress of each Major Item of Work in the Summary Schedule.
b. If there are significant changes to the schedule, submit a written report at the weekly progress meeting.
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2. Should monthly Schedule Update show project completion earlier than current Contract completion date, show early completion time as schedule activity, identified as “Project Float”.
3. Should monthly Schedule Update show project completion later than current Contract completion date, prepare and submit a Schedule Revision in accordance with the Revisions to Schedule.
1.09 REVISIONS TO SCHEDULE
A. Submit Revised Schedule within 5 days:
1. When delay in completion of any activity or group of activities indicates an overrun of the Contract Time or milestone dates by 20 working days or 5 percent of the remaining duration, whichever is less.
2. When delays in submittals, deliveries, or work stoppages are encountered making necessary the replanning or rescheduling of activities.
3. When the schedule does not represent the actual progress of activities.
4. When any change to the sequence of activities, the completion date for major portions of the Work, or when changes occur which affect the critical path.
5. When Contract modification necessitates schedule revision, submit schedule analysis of change order work with cost proposal.
B. Create a separate submittal for Schedule Revisions.
1. Comply with schedule updates as specified in this Section.
2. Do not submit with Schedule Updates.
C. Schedule Revisions will not be reflected in the schedule until after the revision is accepted by the City.
1. This includes Schedule Revisions submitted for the purpose of mitigating a Contractor-caused project delay (Recovery Schedule).
1.10 ADJUSTMENT OF CONTRACT TIME OR PRICE
A. Contract Time will be adjusted only for causes specified in Contract Documents.
1. Non-excusable delay:
a. Non-excusable delays include actions or inactions of the Contractor, or events for which the Contractor has assumed contractual responsibility (including actions or inactions of subcontractors, suppliers, or material manufacturers at any tier) that would independently delay the completion of the Work beyond the current Contract completion date). b. No time extensions will be granted for non-excusable delays.
2. Excusable delay:
a. Events which are unforeseeable, outside the control of, and without the fault or negligence of either the City or the Contractor (or any party for whom either is responsible), which would independently delay the completion of the Work beyond the current Contract completion date. b. The Contractor may be entitled to a time extension only. c. No other damages will be approved.
3. Compensable delay:
a. Actions or inactions of the City, or events for which the City has assumed contractual responsibility, which would independently delay the completion of the Work beyond the current Contract completion date.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01321 (BidSet) b. The Contractor may be entitled to a time extension and delay damages.
4. Concurrent delay:
a. Concurrent delay is any combination of the above 3 types of delay occurring on the same calendar date.
b. Exception to concurrent delay:
1) Cases where the combination consists of 2 or more instances of the same type of delay occurring on the same calendar date. 2) When one cause of delay is City-caused or caused by an event which is beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of either the City or the Contractor and the other Contractor-caused, the Contractor may be entitled only to a time extension and no delay damages.
CONTRACTOR’S ELIGIBILITY FOR TIME AND/OR EXTENDED OVERHEAD
DELAY TYPE NONCONCURRENT
DELAY DELAY CONCURRENT WITH
Nonexcusable X X T T
Compensable TEO T TEO T
Noncompensable T T T T
ELIGIBILITY
X: No Time and No Extended Overhead T: Time EO: Extended Overhead B. If the Contractor believes that the City has impacted its work, such that the project completion date will be delayed, the Contractor must submit proof demonstrating the delay to the critical path.
1. This proof, in the form of a Time Impact Analysis, may entitle the Contractor to an adjustment of Contract Time or Contract Price.
C. Time Impact Analysis:
1. Use the accepted schedule update that is current relative to the time frame of the delay event (change order, third party delay, or other City-caused delay).
Represent the delay event in the schedule by:
a. Inserting new activities associated with the delay event into the schedule. b. Revising activity logic.
c. Revising activity durations.
2. If the project schedule’s critical path and completion date are impacted as a result of adding this delay event to the schedule, a time extension equal to the magnitude of the impact may be warranted.
3. The Time Impact Analysis submittal must include the following information:
a. A fragment of the portion of the schedule affected by the delay event. b. A narrative explanation of the delay issue and how it impacted the schedule.
c. A schedule file used to perform the Time Impact Analysis.
D. When a delay to the project as a whole can be avoided by revising preferential sequencing or logic, and the Contractor chooses not to implement the revisions, the Contractor will be entitled to a time extension and no compensation for extended overhead.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01321 (BidSet) E. Indicate clearly that the Contractor has used, in full, all project float available for the Work involved in the request, including any float that may exist between the Contractor's planned completion date and the Contract completion date.
1. Utilize the latest version of the Schedule Update accepted at the time of the alleged delay, and all other relevant information, to determine the adjustment of the Contract Time.
F. Adjustment of the Contract Times will be granted only when the Contract Float has been fully utilized and only when the revised date of completion of the Work has been pushed beyond the Contract completion date.
1. Adjustment of the Contract Times will be made only for the number of days that the planned completion of the work has been extended.
G. Actual delays in activities which do not affect the critical path Work or which do not move the Contractor's planned completion date beyond the Contract completion date will not be the basis for an adjustment to the Contract Time.
H. If completion of the project occurs within the specified Contract Time, the Contractor is not entitled to jobsite or home office overhead beyond the Contractor's originally planned occupancy of the site.
I. Notify Engineer of a request for Contract Time adjustment.
1. Submit request as specified in the Contract Documents.
2. In cases where the Contractor does not submit a request for Contract Time adjustment for a specific change order, delay, or Contractor request within the specified period of time, then it is mutually agreed that the particular change order, delay, or Contractor request has no time impact on the Contract completion date and no time extension is required.
J. The Engineer will, within 30 calendar days after receipt of a Contract Time adjustment, request any supporting evidence, review the facts, and advise the Contractor in writing.
1. Include the new Progress Schedule data, if accepted by the City, in the next monthly Schedule Update.
2. When the City has not yet made a final determination as to the adjustment of the Contract Time, and the parties are unable to agree as to the amount of the adjustment to be reflected in the Progress Schedule, reflect that amount of time adjustment in the Progress Schedule as the Engineer may accept as appropriate for such interim purpose.
3. It is understood and agreed that any such interim acceptance by the Engineer shall not be binding and shall be made only for the purpose of continuing to schedule the Work, until such time as a final determination as to any adjustment of the Contract Time acceptable to the Engineer has been made.
4. Revise the Progress Schedule prepared thereafter in accordance with the final decision.
1.11 SCHEDULE PREPARATION
A. Preparation and submittal of Progress Schedule represents Contractor's intention to execute the Work within specified time and constraints.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01321 (BidSet) B. All costs associated with schedule requirements are included in the Contract Price.
C. During preparation of the preliminary Progress Schedule, Engineer will facilitate Contractor's efforts by answer questions regarding sequencing issues, scheduling constraints, interface points, and dependency relationships.
D. Prepare schedule utilizing Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM).
E. Prepare schedule utilizing activity durations in terms of working days.
1. Do not exceed 15 working day duration on activities except concrete curing, submittal review, and equipment fabrication and deliveries.
2. Where duration of continuous work exceeds 15 working days, subdivide activities by location, stationing, or other sub-element of the Work.
3. Coordinate holidays to be observed with the City and incorporate them into the schedule as non-working days.
F. Failure to include an activity required for execution of the Work does not excuse Contractor from completing the Work and portions thereof within specified times and at price specified in Contract.
1. Contract requirements are not waived by failure of Contractor to include required schedule constraints, sequences, or milestones in schedule.
2. Contract requirements are not waived by City’s acceptance of the schedule. In event of conflict between accepted schedule and Contract requirements, terms of Contract govern at all times, unless requirements are waived in writing by the City.
G. Reference schedule to working days with beginning of Contract Time as Day "1".
H. Baseline Schedule and Project Completion:
1. Should Contractor submit a Baseline Schedule showing project completion more than 20 working days prior to Contract completion date, City may issue Change Order, at no cost to City, revising time of performance of Work and Contract completion date to match Contractor’s schedule completion date.
2. Adjust accordingly any Contract milestone dates.
I. Imposed dates and hidden logic are prohibited.
J. Interim milestone dates, operational constraints:
1. In event there are interim milestone dates and/or operational constraints set forth in Contract, show them on schedule.
2. Do not use Zero Total Float constraint or Mandatory Finish Date on such Contract requirements.
K. Contract float is for the mutual benefit of both City and Contractor.
1. Changes to the project that can be accomplished within this available period of float may be made by City without extending the Contract Time, by utilizing float.
2. Time extensions will not be granted nor delay damages owed until Work extends beyond currently accepted Contract completion date.
3. Likewise, Contractor may utilize float to offset delays other than delays caused by City.
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4. Mutual use of float can continue until all available float shown by schedule has been utilized by either City or Contractor, or both. At that time, extensions of the Contract Time will be granted by City for valid City-caused or third partycaused delays which affect the planned completion date and which have been properly documented and demonstrated by Contractor.
5. Non-sequestering of float: Pursuant to float sharing requirements of Contract, schedule submittals can be rejected for, use of float suppression techniques such as preferential sequencing or logic, special lead or lag logic restraints, extended activity durations or imposed dates.
L. Resource loading and leveling:
1. Input labor data on each schedule activity.
2. Manpower data consists of the man-hours estimated to perform each task, categorized by trade.
3. Provide leveled manpower requirements.
a. Availability of the resources drive activity duration.
4. City acceptance of the Baseline Schedule creates the Schedule of Values required as specified in Section 01292 - Schedule of Values.
5. Provide updated Schedule of Values as the monthly Payment Application as specified in the General Provisions.
6. Payments will not be made until updated Schedule of Values is accepted.
M. Schedule logic:
1. Assembled to show order in which Contractor proposes to carry out Work, indicate restrictions of access, availability of Work areas, and availability and use of manpower, materials, and equipment.
2. Form basis for assembly of schedule logic on the following criteria:
a. Which activities must be completed before subsequent activities can be started?
b. Which activities can be performed concurrently?
c. Which activities must be started immediately following completed activities?
d. What major facility, equipment, or manpower restrictions are required for sequencing these activities?
N. Major subcontractor, parallel prime contractor signoff:
1. Provide written confirmation of concurrence from all major subcontractors and independent prime contractors on site with all schedule submittals.
2. Term “major subcontractor” as used in this Section means any subcontractor, at any tier, with a subcontract worth 5 percent or more of the total cost of the Work.
O. Schedule windows for City-furnished, Contractor-installed equipment or materials:
1. Immediately after Award of Contract, obtain from Engineer anticipated delivery dates of City furnished equipment or materials.
2. Show these dates in the schedule in same manner indicated by Engineer.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01321 (BidSet) P. Commissioning schedule:
1. Commissioning activities and milestones (As specified in Section 01756 - Commissioning) shall be an integral part of the overall project schedule.
2. Commissioning activities and milestones shall be extracted from the main project schedule to provide a separate commissioning schedule that is submitted each time the project schedule is submitted.
1.12 NETWORK DETAILS AND GRAPHICAL OUTPUT
A. Produce a clear, legible, and accurate calendar based, time scaled, and graphical network diagram.
1. Group activities related to the same physical areas of the Work. Produce the network diagram based upon the early start of all activities.
B. Include for each activity, the description, activity number, estimated duration in working days, total float, and all activity relationship lines.
C. Illustrate order and interdependence of activities and sequence in which Work is planned to be accomplished.
1. Incorporate the basic concept of the precedence diagram network method to show how the start of 1 activity is dependent upon the start or completion of preceding activities and its completion restricts the start of following activities.
D. Provide schedule showing the critical path for the project.
1. Critical Path is defined as a sequence of activities that has zero total float.
E. Provide report of Near Critical Path activities for the project, when required by Engineer.
1. Near Critical Path activities are those with 15 working days or less of float.
F. Delineate the specified contract duration and identify the planned completion of the Work as a milestone.
1. Show the time period between the planned and Contract completion dates, if any, as an activity identified as project float.
G. Identify system shutdown dates, system tie-in dates, specified interim completion or milestone dates and contract completion date as milestones.
H. Include, in addition to construction activities:
1. Submission dates and review periods for major equipment submittals, shoring submittals, and indicator pile program:
a. Shoring reviews: Allow 4-week review period for each shoring submittal. b. Pile indicator program: Allow 3-week review period for analysis of program.
2. Any activity by the City or the Engineer that may affect progress or required completion dates.
3. Equipment and long-lead material deliveries over 8 weeks.
4. Approvals required by regulatory agencies or other third parties.
I. Produce network diagram on 22-inch by 34-inch sheets with grid coordinate system on the border of all sheets utilizing alpha and numeric designations.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01321 (BidSet) J. Identify the execution of the following:
1. Mobilization.
2. All required submittals and submittal review times showing 30 calendar day duration for such activities and equal amount of time for re-submittal reviews.
3. Equipment and materials procurement/fabrication/delivery.
4. Excavation.
5. Shoring design and submission of detailed shoring submittals. Identify submission as a milestone.
6. Shoring review, shoring materials procurement, shoring installation, and shoring removal.
7. Backfill and compaction.
8. Grading, subbase, base, paving, and curb and gutters.
9. Fencing and landscaping.
10. Concrete, including installation of forms and reinforcement, placement of concrete, curing, stripping, finishing, and patching.
11. Tests for leakage of concrete structures intended to hold water.
12. Metal fastenings, framing, structures, and fabrications.
13. Finishes including coating and painting, flooring, ceiling, and wall covering.
14. Other mechanical equipment including fans and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment.
15. Trenching, pipe laying, and trench backfill and compaction.
16. Piping, fittings, and appurtenances, including identification of ordering and fabrication lead time, layout, installation and testing.
17. Valves, gates, and operators, including identification of order lead-time, installation, and testing.
18. Electric transmission, service, and distribution equipment, including identification of ordering lead-time, and factory testing.
19. Other electrical work including lighting and special systems, including identification of ordering lead-time.
20. Instrumentation and controls, including identification of ordering lead-time.
21. Preliminary testing of equipment, instrumentation, and controls.
22. Commissioning Phase:
a. Source Testing.
b. City Training.
c. Installation Testing.
d. Functional Testing.
e. Clean Water Facility Testing.
23. Process Start-up Phase:
a. Process Start-up.
b. Process Operational Period.
c. Instrumentation and Controls Performance Testing.
24. Completion.
25. Punch list work.
26. Demobilization.
1.13 PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE
A. Procedure:
1. Submit proposed Preliminary Schedule within 14 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
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2. Meet with Engineer within 7 calendar days after receipt of Preliminary Schedule to review and make necessary adjustments.
3. Submit revised Preliminary Schedule within 5 calendar days after meeting.
4. Update Preliminary Schedule monthly until the Baseline Schedule is accepted.
B. Format:
1. Simplified Gannt chart.
C. Activities:
1. Define activities to be completed in the first 90 calendar days of Work.
2. Actualize activities performed during the first 90 days into the first monthly schedule update.
1.14 PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE OF VALUES
A. Preliminary Schedule of Values as specified in in Section 01292 - Schedule of Values.
B. Procedure:
1. Submit proposed Preliminary Schedule of Values within 14 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
2. Meet with Engineer within 7 calendar days after receipt of Preliminary Schedule of Values to review and make necessary adjustments.
3. Submit revised Preliminary Schedule of Values within 5 calendar days after meeting.
1.15 WORK WITHIN THE FIRST 90 DAYS
A. Proceed with Work after Preliminary Schedule and Preliminary Schedule of Values have been accepted by City.
B. Submittal and acceptance of Preliminary Schedule and Preliminary Schedule of Values is condition precedent to making of progress payments as specified in the General Provisions and payments for mobilization costs otherwise provided for in the Contract.
1.16 SCHEDULE OF SUBMITTALS
A. Schedule of Submittals shall include submittals required in the Contract Documents but not limited to test plans, training plans, test procedures, operation and maintenance manuals, shop drawings, samples, record documents, and specifically required certificates, warranties, and service agreements.
1. Data for “Or Equals” or substitutions shall be submitted with the Schedule of Submittals.
B. Preliminary Schedule of Submittals:
1. Due date: After Preliminary Schedule has been submitted and accepted by City.
2. Format:
a. Include submittals anticipated in the first 90 calendar days after award of contract using early start dates.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01321 (BidSet) b. Indicate week and month anticipated for submittal to Engineer. c. Indicate “Priority” submittals where review time can impact Contractor’s schedule.
1) “Priority” indication will not alter review times specified in Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
2) Engineer will endeavor to provide early review of “Priority” submittals where possible.
d. List of “Or Equals” or substitutions.
3. Submittal of Preliminary Schedule of Submittals shall be a condition precedent to City making progress payments during the first 90 calendar days after award of contract.
C. Final Schedule of Submittals:
1. Due date: 30 days after Baseline Schedule has been submitted and accepted by City.
2. Format:
a. Include submittals using early start dates.
b. Include all submittals, including those required in the Preliminary Schedule of Submittals.
c. Indicate week and month anticipated for submittal to Engineer. d. Indicate “Priority” submittals where review time can impact Contractor’s schedule.
1) “Priority” indication will not alter review times specified in Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
2) Engineer will endeavor to provide early review of “Priority” submittals where possible.
e. Data for “Or Equals” or substitutions.
3. Submittal of Final Schedule of Submittals shall be a condition precedent to City making progress payments after the first 90 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
D. Provide updated Schedule of Submittals with updated schedules if schedule revisions change listing and timing of submittals.
1.17 BASELINE SCHEDULE AND BASELINE SCHEDULE OF VALUES
A. Due date: No more than 45 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
B. Format:
1. Schedule: Show sequence and interdependence of all activities required for complete performance of all Work, beginning with date of Notice to Proceed and concluding with date of final completion of Contract.
2. Schedule of Values: As specified in Section 01292 - Schedule of Values.
C. Acceptance of the Baseline Schedule and Baseline Schedule of Values by the City is a condition precedent to making payments as specified in the General Provisions after the first 90 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
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1.18 SUMMARY SCHEDULE
A. Due date: At weekly progress meetings and after each Schedule Update or Schedule Revision.
B. Format:
1. Consolidate groups of activities associated with Major Items of Work shown on Baseline Schedule.
2. intended to give an overall indication of the project schedule without a large amount of detail.
1.19 PROGRESS SCHEDULE AND UPDATED SCHEDULE OF VALUES
A. Due date: Submit on a monthly basis as specified in the General Provisions.
B. Format: Schedule of Values: As specified in Section 01292 - Schedule of Values.
1.20 WEEKLY SCHEDULE
A. Due date: At every weekly progress meeting.
B. Format:
1. Contractor and Engineer must agree on the format.
2. Six-Week Schedule showing the activities completed during the previous week and the Contractor’s schedule of activities for following 5 weeks.
3. Use the logic and conform to the status of the current progress schedule when producing a Weekly Schedule in CPM schedule or a bar chart format. a. In the event that the Weekly Schedule no longer conforms to the current schedule, Contractor may be required to revise the schedule as specified in this Section.
4. The activity designations used in the Weekly Schedule must be consistent with those used in the Baseline Schedule and the monthly Schedule Updates.
1.21 LABOR HISTOGRAM
A. Due date:
1. With progress payments after Baseline Schedule has been submitted and accepted by City.
B. Format:
1. Labor histogram depicting total craft manpower and craft manpower for Contractor’s own labor forces and those of each subcontractor.
2. Submit in electronic format.
1.22 COMMISSIONING SCHEDULE
A. Proposed Commissioning Schedule:
1. Schedule requirements: As specified in Section 01756 - Commissioning.
2. Submittal due date: Within 15 days after Notice to Proceed.
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3. Engineer response due within 20 calendar days of receipt.
4. Contractor responsible for updating schedule and resubmitting within 10 calendar days of receipt of Engineer and City comments.
B. Construction Schedule can include the Commissioning Schedule after Engineer acceptance of the Proposed Commissioning Schedule.
1. Capable of extracting a stand-alone Commissioning Schedule.
2. Capable of extracting a stand-alone City Training Schedule.
C. Monthly update requirements:
1. Highlight percentages of completion, actual start and finish dates, and remaining durations, as applicable.
2. Include activities not previously included in the previously accepted detail work plan Commissioning Schedule.
3. Change Order required for any change to contractual dates.
4. Reviews of these submittals by Engineer will not be construed to constitute acceptance within the time frames, durations, or sequence of work for each added activity.
1.23 FINAL SCHEDULE
A. The final Schedule Update becomes the As-Built Schedule.
1. The As-Built Schedule reflects the exact manner in which the project was constructed by reflecting actual start and completion dates for all activities accomplished on the project.
2. Contractor’s Project Manager and scheduler sign and certify the As-Built Schedule as being an accurate record of the way the project was actually constructed.
B. Retainage will not be released until final Schedule Update is provided.
PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Requirements and procedures for submittals to confirm compliance with Contract Documents.
1.02 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
A. Contractor is responsible to determine and verify field measurements, field construction criteria, materials, dimensions, catalog numbers and similar data, and check and coordinate each item with other applicable approved shop drawings and Contract Document requirements.
B. Provide submittals:
1. That are specified or reasonably required for construction, operation, and maintenance of the Work.
2. That demonstrate compliance with the Contract Documents.
C. Where multiple submittals are required, provide a separate submittal for each specification section.
1. In order to expedite construction, the Contractor may make more than 1 submittal per specification section, but a single submittal may not cover more than 1 specification section:
a. The only exception to this requirement is when 1 specification section covers the requirements for a component of equipment specified in another section.
b. For example, circuit breakers are a component of switchgear. The switchgear submittal must also contain data for the associated circuit breakers, even though they are covered in a different specification section.
D. Prepare submittals in the English language. Do not include information in other languages.
E. Present measurements in customary American units (feet, inches, pounds, etc.).
F. Must be clear and legible, and of sufficient size for presentation of information.
G. Page size other than drawings:
1. Minimum page size will be 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches.
2. Maximum page size will be 11 inches by 17 inches.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01330 (BidSet) H. Drawing sheet size:
1. Maximum sheets size: 22-inch by 34-inch.
a. Minimum plan scale: 1/8-inch equals 1 foot-0 inches. b. Minimum font size: 1/8 inch minimum.
2. 11-inch by 17-inch sheet:
a. Minimum plan scale: 1/8-inch equals 1 foot-0 inches. b. Minimum font size: 1/8 inch minimum.
I. Show dimensions, construction details, wiring diagrams, controls, manufacturers, catalog numbers, and all other pertinent details.
J. Provide submittal information from only 1 manufacturer for a specified product.
Submittals with multiple manufacturers for 1 product will be rejected without review.
1.03 SUBMITTAL ORGANIZATION
A. Organize submittals in exactly the same order as the items are referenced, listed, and/or organized in the specification section.
B. For submittals that cover multiple devices used in different areas under the same specification section, the submittal for the individual devices must list the area where the device is used.
C. Bookmarks:
1. Bookmarks shall match the table of contents.
2. Bookmark each section (tab) and heading.
3. Drawings: Bookmark at a minimum, each discipline, area designation, or appropriate division.
4. At file opening, display all levels of bookmarks as expanded.
D. Where applicable (i.e., except for drawings, figures, etc.) submittal content shall be electronically searchable utilizing the PDF file as submitted.
E. Thumbnails optimized for fast web viewing.
F. Sequentially number pages within the tabbed sections:
1. Submittals that are not fully indexed and tabbed with sequentially numbered pages, or are otherwise unacceptable, will be returned without review.
G. Attachments:
1. Specification section: Include with each submittal a copy of the relevant specification section.
a. Indicate in the left margin, next to each pertinent paragraph, either compliance with a check (√) or deviation with a consecutive number (1, 2, 3).
b. Provide a list of all numbered deviations with a clear explanation and reason for the deviation.
2. Drawings: Include with each submittal a copy of the relevant Drawing, including relevant addendum updates.
a. Indicate either compliance with a check (√) or deviation with a consecutive number (1, 2, 3).
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01330 (BidSet) b. Provide a list of all numbered deviations with a clear explanation and reason for the deviation.
c. Provide field dimensions and relationship to adjacent or critical features of the Work or materials.
H. Contractor: Prepare submittal information in sufficient detail to show compliance with specified requirements.
1. Determine and verify quantities, field dimensions, product dimensions, specified design and performance criteria, materials, catalog numbers, and similar data.
2. Coordinate submittal with other submittals and with the requirements of the Contract Documents.
3. Check, verify, and revise submittals as necessary to bring them into conformance with Contract Documents and actual field conditions.
I. Contractor: Prepare "Or Equal" submittal information.
1. Provide standard submittal requirements.
a. In addition, provide in sufficient detail to show reason for variance from specified product and impacts.
2. Provide reason the specified product is not being provided.
3. Explain the benefits to the City for accepting the "Or Equal".
4. Itemized comparison of the proposed "Or Equal" with product specified including a list of significant variations:
a. Design features.
b. Design dimensions.
c. Installation requirements.
d. Operations and maintenance requirements.
e. Availability of maintenance services and sources of replacement materials.
5. Reference projects where the product has been successfully used:
a. Name and address of project.
b. Year of installation.
c. Year placed in operation.
d. Name of product installed.
e. Point of contact: Name and phone number.
6. Define impacts:
a. Impacts to other contracts.
b. Impacts to other work or products.
7. Contractor represents the following:
a. Contractor bears the burden of proof of the equivalency of the proposed "Or Equal".
b. Proposed "Or Equal" is equal or superior to the specified product. c. Contractor will provide the warranties or bonds that would be provided on the specified product on the proposed "Or Equal", unless City requires a Special Warranty.
d. Contractor will coordinate installation of accepted "Or Equal" into the Work and will be responsible for the costs to make changes as required to the Work.
e. Contractor waives rights to claim additional costs caused by proposed "Or Equal" which may subsequently become apparent.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01330 (BidSet) J. Contractor: Prepare substitution submittal information.
1. Provide standard submittal requirements.
a. In addition, provide in sufficient detail to show reason for variance from specified product and impacts.
2. Provide reason the specified product is not being provided.
3. Explain the benefits to the City for accepting the substitution.
4. Itemized comparison of the proposed substitution with product specified including a list of significant variations:
a. Design features.
b. Design dimensions.
c. Installation requirements.
d. Operations and maintenance requirements.
e. Availability of maintenance services and sources of replacement materials.
5. Reference projects where the product has been successfully used:
a. Name and address of project.
b. Year of installation.
c. Year placed in operation.
d. Name of product installed.
e. Point of contact: Name and phone number.
6. Define impacts:
a. Impacts to Contract Price.
1) Required license fees or royalties.
2) Do not include costs under separate contracts.
3) Do not include Engineer’s costs for redesign or revision of Contract Documents.
b. Impacts to Contract Time.
c. Impacts to Contract Scope.
d. Impacts to other contracts.
e. Impacts to other work or products.
7. Contractor represents the following:
a. Contractor shall pay associated costs for Engineer to evaluate the substitution.
b. Contractor bears the burden of proof of the equivalency of the proposed substitution.
c. Proposed substitution does not change the design intent and will have equal performance to the specified product.
d. Proposed substitution is equal or superior to the specified product. e. Contractor will provide the warranties or bonds that would be provided on the specified product on the proposed substitution, unless City requires a Special Warranty.
f. Contractor will coordinate installation of accepted substitution into the Work and will be responsible for the costs to make changes as required to the Work.
g. Contractor waives rights to claim additional costs caused by proposed substitution which may subsequently become apparent.
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1.04 SUBMITTAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBERING
A. Number each submittal using the format defined below:
Spec Section Number Dash
Initial
Submittal -
Sequential
Number
Decimal
Point
Subsequent
Submittal
Revisions
Sequential
Number
Example 1
Description Cast-In-Place Concrete
8th initial
submittal
03300 - 0008
Example 2
Description Cast-In-Place Concrete
8th initial
submittal
First revision
to the 8th initial
submittal
03300 - 0008 . 1
1.05 SUBMITTALS IN ELECTRONIC MEDIA FORMAT
A. General: Provide all information in PC-compatible format using Windows® operating system as utilized by the Engineer.
B. Text: Provide text documents and manufacturer’s literature in Portable Document Format (PDF).
C. Graphics: Provide graphic submittals (drawings, diagrams, figures, etc.) utilizing Portable Document Format (PDF).
1.06 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURE
A. Engineer: Review submittal and provide response:
1. Review description:
a. Engineer will be entitled to rely upon the accuracy or completeness of designs, calculations, or certifications made by licensed professionals accompanying a particular submittal whether or not a stamp or seal is required by Contract Documents or Laws and Regulations. b. Engineer's review of submittals shall not release Contractor from Contractor's responsibility for performance of requirements of Contract Documents. Neither shall Engineer's review release Contractor from fulfilling purpose of installation nor from Contractor's liability to replace defective work.
c. Engineer's review of shop drawings, samples, or test procedures will be only for conformance with design concepts and for compliance with information given in Contract Documents.
d. Engineer's review does not extend to:
1) Accuracy of dimensions, quantities, or performance of equipment and systems designed by Contractor.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01330 (BidSet) 2) Contractor's means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures except when specified, indicated on the Drawings, or required by Contract Documents.
3) Safety precautions or programs related to safety which shall remain the sole responsibility of the Contractor.
e. Engineer can Approve or Not Approve any exception at their sole discretion.
2. Review timeframe:
a. Except as may be provided in technical specifications, a submittal will be returned within 30 days.
b. When a submittal cannot be returned within the specified period, Engineer will, within a reasonable time after receipt of the submittal, give notice of the date by which that submittal will be returned.
c. Engineer’s acceptance of progress schedule containing submittal review times less than those specified or agreed to in writing by Engineer will not constitute Engineer’s acceptance of review times.
d. Critical submittals:
1) Contractor will notify Engineer in writing that timely review of a submittal is critical to the progress of Work.
3. Schedule delays:
a. No adjustment of Contract Times or Contract Price will be allowed due to Engineer’s review of submittals, unless all of the following criteria are met:
1) Engineer has failed to review and return first submission within the agreed upon time frame.
2) Contractor demonstrates that delay in progress of Work is directly attributable to Engineer’s failure to return submittal within time indicated and accepted by Engineer.
4. Review response will be returned to Contractor with one of the following dispositions:
a. Approved:
1) No Exceptions:
a) There are no notations or comments on the submittal and the Contractor may release the equipment for production.
2) Make Corrections Noted - See Comments:
a) The Contractor may proceed with the Work, however, all notations and comments must be incorporated into the final product.
b) Resubmittal not required.
3) Make Corrections Noted - Confirm:
a) The Contractor may proceed with the Work, however, all notations and comments must be incorporated into the final product.
b) Submit confirmation specifically addressing each notation or comment to the Engineer within 15 calendar days of the date of the Engineer’s transmittal requiring the confirmation.
b. Not approved:
1) Correct and resubmit:
a) Contractor may not proceed with the Work described in the submittal.
b) Contractor assumes responsibility for proceeding without approval.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01330 (BidSet) c) Resubmittal of complete submittal package is required within 30 calendar days of the date of the Engineer’s submittal review response.
2) Rejected - See Remarks:
a) Contractor may not proceed with the Work described in the submittal.
b) The submittal does not meet the intent of the Contract Documents. Resubmittal of complete submittal package is required with materials, equipment, methods, etc. that meet the requirements of the Contract Documents.
c. Receipt acknowledged - Filed for record:
1) This is used in acknowledging receipt of informational submittals that address means and methods of construction such as schedules and work plans, conformance test reports, health and safety plans, etc. d. Receipt acknowledged with comments - Resubmit:
1) This is used in acknowledging receipt of informational submittals that address means and methods of construction such as schedules and work plans, conformance test reports, health and safety plans, etc.
Feedback regarding missing information, conflicting information, or other information that makes it incomplete can be made with comments.
B. Contractor: Prepare resubmittal, if applicable:
1. Clearly identify each correction or change made.
2. Include a response in writing to each of the Engineer’s comments or questions for submittal packages that are resubmitted in the order that the comments or questions were presented from the 1st and subsequent submittals and numbered consistent with the Engineer’s numbering.
a. Acceptable responses to Engineer’s comments are listed below:
1) "Incorporated" Engineer’s comment or change is accepted and appropriate changes are made.
2) "Response" Engineer’s comment not incorporated. Explain why comment is not accepted or requested change is not made. Explain how requirement will be satisfied in lieu of comment or change requested by Engineer.
b. Reviews and resubmittals:
1) Contractor shall provide resubmittals which include responses to all submittal review comments separately and at a level of detail commensurate with each comment.
2) Contractor responses shall indicate how the Contractor resolved the issue pertaining to each review comment:
a) Responses such as "acknowledged" or "noted" are not
acceptable.
3) Resubmittals which do not comply with this requirement may be rejected and returned without review.
4) Contractor shall be allowed no extensions of any kind to any part of their contract due to the rejection of non-compliant submittals. 5) Submittal review comments not addressed by the Contractor in resubmittals shall continue to apply whether restated or not in subsequent reviews until adequately addressed by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the reviewing and approving authority.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01330 (BidSet) c. Any resubmittal that does not contain responses to the Engineer’s previous comments shall be returned for Revision and Resubmittal.
No further review by the Engineer will be performed until a response for previous comments has been received.
3. Resubmittal timeframe:
a. Contractor shall provide resubmittal within 15 days. b. When a resubmittal cannot be returned within the specified period, Contractor shall notify Engineer in writing.
4. Review costs:
a. Costs incurred by City as a result of additional reviews of a particular submittal after the second time it has been reviewed shall be borne by Contractor.
b. Reimbursement to City will be made by deducting such costs from Contractor's subsequent progress payments.
1.07 PRODUCT DATA
A. Edit submittals so that the submittal specifically applies to only the product furnished.
B. Neatly cross out all extraneous text, options, models, etc. that do not apply to the product being furnished, so that the information remaining is only applicable to the product being furnished.
1.08 SHOP DRAWINGS
A. Contractor to field verify elevation, coordinates, and pipe material for pipe tie-in to pipeline or structure prior to the preparation of shop drawings.
B. Indicate project designated equipment tag numbers for submittal of devices, equipment, and assemblies.
1.09 SAMPLES
A. Details:
1. Submit labeled samples.
2. Samples will not be returned.
3. Provide number of sample submittals as below:
a. Total: 2 minimum.
1) Engineer: 2.
PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
END OF SECTION
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SUBMITTAL FORMS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Submittal Transmittal Forms as specified in Attachment A - Contractor Submittal Transmittal Form.
PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
END OF SECTION
Submittal Forms
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ATTACHMENT A - CONTRACTOR SUBMITTAL TRANSMITTAL FORM
Submittal Forms
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CONTRACTOR SUBMITTAL TRANSMITTAL FORM
Owner: Click here to enter text. Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Contractor: Click here to enter text. Project No.: XXXXX.XX Project Name: Click here to enter text. Submittal Number: 000 Submittal Title: Click here to enter text.
To: Click here to enter text.
From: Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text.
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Specification No. and Subject of Submittal / Equipment Supplier Spec ##: Spec ##. Subject: Click here to enter text.
Authored By: Click here to enter text. Date Submitted: XX/XX/XXXX Submittal Certification
Check Either (A) or (B):
(A) We have verified that the equipment or material contained in this submittal meets all the requirements specified in the project manual or shown on the contract drawings with no exceptions.
(B) We have verified that the equipment or material contained in this submittal meets all the requirements specified in the project manual or shown on the contract drawings except for the deviations listed.
Certification Statement: By this submittal, I hereby represent that I have determined and verified all field measurements, field construction criteria, materials, dimensions, catalog numbers and similar data, and I have checked and coordinated each item with other applicable approved shop drawings and all Contract requirements.
General Contractor’s Reviewer’s Signature:
Printed Name:
In the event, Contractor believes the Submittal response does or will cause a change to the requirements of the Contract, Contractor shall immediately give written notice stating that Contractor considers the response to be a Change Order.
Firm: Click here to enter text. Signature: Date Returned: XX/XX/XXXX PM/CM Office Use
Date Received GC to PM/CM:
Date Received PM/CM to Reviewer:
Date Received Reviewer to PM/CM:
Date Sent PM/CM to GC:
Photographic and Videographic Documentation
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PHOTOGRAPHIC AND VIDEOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Requirements for photographs and videos.
B. The purpose of the photographs and videos is to document the condition of the facilities prior to the Contractor beginning work at the Project site, the progress of the Work, and the Project site after Completion of the Work.
C. The scope of the photographic and videographic documentation shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor but shall be acceptable to the Engineer.
1.02 SUBMITTALS
A. Photographer qualifications.
B. Pre-construction photographs and videos: Submit prior to beginning work at the Project site or prior to the Preconstruction Conference specified in Section 01312 - Project Meetings, whichever occurs earlier.
C. Construction photographs and videos: Submit with each application for payment.
D. Post-construction photographs and videos: Submit with project closeout documents as specified in Section 01770 - Closeout Procedures.
1.03 PHOTOGRAPHER
A. Photographer qualified and equipped to photograph either interior or exterior exposures, with lenses ranging from wide angle to telephoto.
B. Submit example work of previous photographs and video recording meeting the requirements of this Section.
1. Provide to Engineer no later than the pre-construction conference.
2. Provide photographs used for site examination.
3. Provide video of site examination.
4. Provide samples that used same camera and lighting equipment proposed for the Work.
5. Engineer will review work examples to determine if the quality of the images is acceptable.
6. Contractor is responsible for modifications to equipment and/or inspection procedures to achieve report material of acceptable quality.
7. Do not commence Work prior to approval of the material by the Engineer.
8. Once accepted, the standard report material shall serve as a standard for the remaining work.
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1.04 KEY PLAN
A. Submit key plan of Project site with notation of vantage points marked for location and direction of each photograph.
B. Include the same label information as the corresponding set of photographs.
1.05 PHOTOGRAPHS
A. Provide prints of each photograph for each area of Work.
B. Provide a digital copy of each photograph for each area of Work.
1. Monthly: Indexed digital flash drive.
2. Project record documents:
a. Catalog and index prints in chronological sequence.
b. Include typed table of contents.
1.06 PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEOS
A. Provide photographs and video of the condition entire site including each area of Work prior to the start of Work.
1. Areas to be photographed and videoed shall include the site of the Work and all existing facilities, either on or adjoining the Project site, including the interior of existing structures that could be damaged as a result of the Contractor’s Work.
2. Include general condition, structures, vegetation, staging, storing, working, parking areas and excavation areas.
3. Include video of all routes on the approved contractor site access and traffic routing plan as indicted on the Drawings.
4. Photographs and video shall include documentation up the City’s property line at lower elevation areas that may be subject to erosion.
1.07 CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEOS
A. Provide photographs and videos of construction in each area of Work throughout progress of Work including a key plan designating where each photograph was taken.
B. Take site and interior photographs and videos from differing directions of building demolition, pre-excavation, footing excavation, soil testing, utility crossings, installation of bypass piping, excavation of access pits, installation of lining system in pipes, rehabilitation of manholes, building modifications, utilities, electrical and instrumentation modifications, and other applicable activities indicating relative progress of the work.
C. Take photos a maximum of 7 calendar days prior to Submittal.
1.08 POST-CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEOS
A. Provide photographs of the entire site including each area of Work at the completion of Work.
1. Include general condition, structures, vegetation, staging, storing, working, parking areas and excavation areas.
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2. Include video of all routes on the approved contractor site access and traffic routing plan as indicted on the Drawings.
3. Take photos and video from same points in same direction as pre-construction examination.
B. Submittal of photos and videos is a condition of final payment.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MEDIA
A. Paper media:
1. Commercial grade, glossy surface, acid-free photographic paper.
2. Submit 3 prints of each photographic view within 7 days of taking photographs.
3. Format:
a. Ground photos: Color, matte finish, 8-1/2-inch by 11-inch size, mounted on soft card stock.
b. Aerial photos: Color, matte finish, 11-inch by 17-inch size, mounted on soft card stock.
c. Mount each print in a separate, archival type, non-glare, 3-hole punched protector.
4. Identification: On photograph, provide the following information:
a. Name of project.
b. Date stamp: Unless otherwise indicated, date and time stamp each photograph as it is being taken so stamp is integral to photograph. c. Description of vantage point, indicating location and direction by compass point.
5. Provide a suitably sized 3-ring binder for each set of prints. a. Furnish binders in sufficient quantities to hold entire set of prints taken for the duration of the Contract.
b. Label binder spine and front with project name.
B. Digital media:
1. Flash drive compatible with current Microsoft Windows.
2. Provide photos as individual, indexed JPG files with the following characteristics:
a. Compression shall be set to preserve quality over file size. b. Highest resolution JPG images shall be submitted. Resizing to a smaller size when high resolution JPGs are available shall not be permitted. c. JPG image resolution shall be 5 megapixels at 2,400 by 1,800 or higher. d. Images shall have rectangular, clean images. Artistic borders, beveling, drop shadows, etc., are not permitted.
3. Identification: On photograph, provide the following information:
a. Name of project.
b. Date stamp: Unless otherwise indicated, date and time stamp each photograph as it is being taken so stamp is integral to photograph. c. Description of vantage point, indicating location and direction by compass point.
C. Videos:
1. Video quality shall be 720p HD or greater in MPG, AVCHD, AVI, or MP4 format.
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2. Digital color video format.
3. Provide audio portion of the composite video sufficiently free from electrical interference and background noise to provide complete intelligibility of oral report.
4. Identification: On each copy provide a label with the following information:
a. Name of project.
b. Date video was recorded.
5. Submit 1 copy of each video within 7 days of recording.
6. Display continuous running time.
7. At start of each video recording, record weather conditions from local newspaper or television and the actual temperature reading at Project site.
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
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Hazardous Materials Procedures
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HAZARDOUS MATERIAL PROCEDURES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Procedures required when encountering hazardous materials at the Work site.
1.02 REFERENCES
A. California Code of Regulations (CCR):
1. Title 8: Industrial Relations.
2. Title 22 Division 4.5: Environmental Health Standards for the Management of Hazardous Waste.
B. California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal-OSHA).
C. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
D. United States Code of Federal Regulation (CFR):
1. Title 29 - Labor:
a. 1926.62 - Lead.
2. Title 40 - Protection of Environment:
a. 261 - Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste.
E. Limited Asbestos and Lead Survey Report (Appendix C).
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit laboratory reports, hazardous material removal plans, and certifications.
B. Submit the following work plan:
1. Removal and Legal Disposal of Asbestos Cement Pipe Plan. a. Work plan shall include, but not be limited, to the following:
1) Schedule of work.
2) Security measures for work and disposal area.
3) Staff training: Contractor shall provide at least one competent person who is capable of identifying asbestos hazards at the job site for the entire duration of the AC pipe removal and disposal operation. 4) Trenching and removal of pipe procedure.
1.04 DEFINITIONS
A. Adequately Wet: Penetration of the pipe wall with liquid to prevent release of particulates.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01354 (BidSet) B. Asbestos Cement Pipe: Also commonly referred to as AC Transite Pipe, AC pipe or ACP. Pipe that is generally composed of cement and asbestos fibers.
C. Competent Person: A trained worker who is capable of identifying existing and predictable asbestos hazards, perform exposure assessment and monitoring, is qualified to train other workers, and has the authority to take immediate corrective action to eliminate a hazardous exposure.
D. Non-friable Asbestos - Containing Material (NACM): Material containing more than 1 percent asbestos, that when dry, cannot be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure.
E. Regulated Asbestos - Containing Material (RACM): Category II non-friable ACM that has a high probability of becoming or has become crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder in the course of work.
1.05 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PROCEDURES
A. Hazardous materials are those defined by 40 CFR and State specific codes.
B. Refer to the Limited Lead and Asbestos Survey Report (Appendix C) for information on lead and asbestos containing materials identified within the limits of Work.
C. When hazardous materials have been found that were identified on the Drawings:
1. Prepare and initiate implementation of plan of action.
2. Notify such agencies as are required to be notified by laws and regulations within the times stipulated by such laws and regulations.
3. Designate a Certified Industrial Hygienist to issue pertinent instructions and recommendations for protection of workers and other affected persons' health and safety.
4. Identify and contact subcontractors and licensed personnel qualified to undertake storage, removal, transportation, disposal, and other remedial work required by, and in accordance with, laws and regulations.
D. Forward to Engineer, copies of reports, permits, receipts, and other documentation related to remedial work.
E. Assume responsibility for worker health and safety, including health and safety of subcontractors and their workers.
1. Instruct workers on recognition and reporting of materials that may be hazardous.
2. Lead abatement procedures shall adhere to CCR Title 8, Section 1532.1 and all related sections.
F. File requests for adjustments to Contract Times and Contract Price due to the finding of Hazardous Materials in the Work site in accordance with Contract Documents.
1. Minimize delays by continuing performance of the Work in areas not affected by hazardous materials operations.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01354 (BidSet) G. When hazardous materials have been found:
1. Prepare and initiate implementation of plan of action.
2. Notify immediately City, Engineer, and other affected persons.
3. Notify such agencies as are required to be notified by laws and regulations with the times stipulated by such laws and regulations.
4. Designate a Certified Industrial Hygienist to issue pertinent instructions and recommendations for protection of workers and other affected persons' health and safety.
5. Identify and contact subcontractors and licensed personnel qualified to undertake storage, removal, transportation, disposal, and other remedial work required by, and in accordance with, laws and regulations.
1.06 ASBESTOS MATERIALS
A. It is the specific intent of these Contract Documents to exclude from the Work any and all products or materials containing asbestos. No products containing asbestos shall be incorporated in the Work.
B. Refer to the Drawings and referenced record drawings identifying locations which have asbestos containing materials (ACM).
C. Removal of existing ACM shall be performed by a firm that is registered by Cal-OSHA and certified by the State Contractors Licensing Board and shall be a Licensed Abatement Contractor in the state where the project is located.
D. Submit 3 copies of plan for the removal, containment, and disposal of ACM.
E. Submit 3 copies of abatement license of ACM removal contractor.
1.07 GREEN SAND
A. Contractor is advised that “green sand” was encountered during the geotechnical investigation as shown in Appendix A.
B. Refer to Section 01140 - Work Restrictions for additional requirements if green sand or similar materials of concern are encountered during demolition and excavation.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 ASBESTOS CEMENT PIPE (ACP)
A. The pipe to be removed from the ground has been in service for approximately 60 years.
1. The manufacturer and exact composition of the pipe to be removed is unknown.
2. ACP is generally manufactured using portland cement or pozzolan cement and asbestos fiber.
3. Common pipe lengths: 3 feet 3 inches, 6 feet 6 inches, 9 feet 9 inches, and 13 feet 0 inches.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01354 (BidSet) B. Pipe fittings. Separate from pipe brass, galvanized pipe, copper, cast iron, galvanized pipe or steel fittings and dispose of separately.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 ASBESTOS MATERIALS
A. Notifications:
1. Notify Cal-OSHA 24 hours prior to performing asbestos material removal operations.
2. Contractor shall notify City and Construction Manager 3 working days in advance of commencing asbestos material removal operations.
B. Work area:
1. Establish a regulated work area, using at a minimum, construction warning tape to establish limits of work area for the asbestos material removal.
2. On site stockpiling or storage of asbestos material designated for disposal shall not be allowed.
C. Safety:
1. Conduct an Initial Exposure Assessment (IEA).
2. Provide a hand/face wash station.
D. Worker qualifications:
1. Asbestos removal shall be performed by employees trained in wet methods, vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters to collect debris and prompt cleanup in accordance with CCR, Title 8, § 1529, Section (g) Methods of Compliance, of “Asbestos”.
E. Legal disposal:
1. Legally dispose of asbestos in accordance with all state and federal requirements, and the requirements of the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District.
3.02 EXCAVATION OF AC PIPE
A. Machine excavates to expose asbestos cement pipe.
B. Hand excavates areas under pipe where breaks are planned.
C. Pipe shall be pre-wetted prior to any breaks being made.
D. Pipe shall be snapped using mechanical snapping methods.
3.03 AC PIPE REMOVAL
A. All required pipe breaking operations shall require adequate pre-wetting with potable water.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01354 (BidSet) B. The Contractor shall make every effort to minimize the number of pipe breaks.
Wherever possible, the pipe should be removed by pulling the pipe out of the pipe joint collars.
C. Remove sections of AC pipe intact at joint collars by mechanical snapping methods between collars.
D. Wet and containerize waste materials as removed from the trench. Use lifting straps and methods that do not further damage the pipe.
E. Sections of AC pipe that become cut, have broken edges or have any friable surface shall be wet at exposed fractures and immediately wrapped.
1. The pipe ends shall be sealed completely using a minimum 6-mil poly film wrap, which is securely fastened, taped to completely enclose the pipe and ACP appurtenances and shall have conspicuous, legible labeling that has the following or equivalent labeling: CAUTION: CONTAINS ASBESTOS FIBERS.
BREATHING ASBESTOS DUST MAY CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY HARM.
F. AC Pipe sections shall not be left exposed in public view, either in trench or in disposal area.
G. All connecting parts of pipe, rubber gaskets, and pipe couplings shall be discarded with pipe.
H. AC pipe from this project only, shall be placed in the bin designated.
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Delegated Design Procedures
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DELEGATED DESIGN PROCEDURES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Delegated Design procedures.
1.02 GENERAL
A. Delegated Design - Professional design services assigned to the Contractor by express delegation in the Contract Documents. Work is “Delegated Design” where the Technical Sections require the Contractor to provide professional design services and to submit signed and sealed documents from a registered Professional Engineer.
B. Contractor’s Professional Engineer - The design professional retained by the Contractor to perform Delegated Design.
C. City requires Contractor to provide professional design services for a portion of the Work by express delegation in the Contract Documents.
1. Requirements of Delegated Design component as specified in the Technical Section and as indicated on the Drawings.
2. Such delegation will specify the performance and design criteria that such services must satisfy, and the Submittals that the Contractor must furnish to the Engineer with respect to the Delegated Design.
D. Contractor shall cause such Delegated Design services to be provided pursuant to the professional standard of care by a properly licensed design professional, whose signature and seal shall appear on Drawings, calculations, Specifications, certifications, and Submittals prepared by such design professional.
1. Contractor shall not be responsible for the adequacy of performance or design criteria specified by the City or Engineer.
2. Contractor is not required to provide professional services in violation of applicable Laws and Regulations.
3. Such design professional shall issue certifications of design required by Laws and Regulations.
4. If a Shop Drawing or other Submittal related to the City-delegated design is prepared by the Contractor, a Subcontractor, or others for submittal to the Engineer, then such Shop Drawing or other Submittal shall bear the written approval of Contractor’s design professional when submitted by the Contractor to the Engineer.
E. City and Engineer shall be entitled to rely upon the adequacy, accuracy, and completeness of the services, certifications, and approvals performed or provided by the design professionals retained or employed by Contractor under Delegated
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F. Engineer’s review, approval, and other determinations regarding design drawings, calculations, Specifications, certifications, and other Submittals furnished by Contractor pursuant to a Delegated Design will be only for the following limited purposes:
1. Confirming that Submittal is in conformance with the performance and design criteria specified in the Contract Documents.
1.03 CONTRACTOR’S PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
A. Contractor or Subcontractor shall retain a licensed Professional Engineer to perform Delegated Design.
B. Qualifications:
1. Holding a current license to perform the specified design in the same jurisdiction as the Project site.
2. Experienced in designing similar systems of similar complexity.
C. Insurance:
1. Provide Contractor’s Professional Engineer’s Professional Liability Insurance as specified Section B - General Provisions.
D. Responsibilities:
1. Review and design in accordance with system performance and design criteria stated in the Contract Documents.
a. Prepare written requests for clarifications or interpretations of performance or design criteria for submittal to the Engineer by the Contractor.
2. Sign and seal design reports, calculations, design drawings and specifications, and other design Submittals for the Delegated Design Work.
3. Review and submit written approval of Submittals related to the Delegated Design Work.
4. Design modifications to the Delegated Design Work as required.
5. Visit the Site, as required, to verify that installation of the Delegated Design Work is in conformance with the Delegated Design Drawings and Specifications.
6. Submit through Contractor to Engineer written, signed, and sealed certification that the installed Delegated Design Work complies with Contractor’s Professional Engineer’s design.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Prior to the start of Delegated Design:
1. Contractor’s Professional Engineer’s qualifications:
a. Experience for the Delegated Design.
b. Evidence of Professional Engineering license.
2. Contractor’s Professional Engineer Professional Liability Insurance certificate.
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1. Product data:
a. Details related to the Delegated Design as specified in Technical Sections to completely describe the system.
2. Design documents with signature and seal from the Contractor’s Professional Engineer.
a. Design documents include but are not limited to Drawings, calculations, Specifications, inspection reports, and certifications.
3. Lists and schedules:
a. Prepare and submit lists or schedules of items where Delegated Design is required by the Contract Documents.
b. Group items by location in the Work.
1) When “Area Numbers” are indicated on the Contract Drawings, group lists in accordance with those “areas.”
2) For work without area numbers, group using logical divisions acceptable to the Engineer.
3) Group items within each “area” as follows:
a) Systems.
b) Components.
c) Supports.
d) Anchorage.
e) Bracing.
C. Construction services:
1. Contractor’s Professional Engineer’s comments on Submittals.
2. Other construction documents, as required.
1.05 ENGINEER RESPONSE TO DELEGATED DESIGN SUBMITTALS
A. Engineer response will be either of the following:
1. Approved. Make Corrections Noted - See Comments:
a. Contractor may proceed with the Work; however, all notations and comments must be incorporated into the final product.
b. Review was for the limited purpose of determining that the document was stamped by a Professional Engineer and that such design is generally consistent with and will not negatively affect the design concept presented in the Contract Documents.
2. Rejected - See Remarks:
a. Contractor may not proceed with the Work described in the Submittal. b. Submittal does not meet the intent of the Contract Documents. c. Resubmittal of complete Submittal package is required with materials, equipment, methods, etc., that meet the requirements of the Contract Documents.
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REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Regulatory authorities and codes.
1.02 AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION (AHJ)
A. Also referred to as the permitting agency.
B. Building Department: City of Vallejo.
C. Fire Department: City of Vallejo.
1.03 APPLICABLE CODES
A. California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Building Standards Code, CCR Title 24:
1. Building code:
a. California Building Code (CBC), Title 24, Part 2 - 2022.
2. Electrical code:
a. California Electrical Code (CEC), Title 24, Part 3 - 2022.
3. Mechanical code:
a. California Mechanical Code (CMC), Title 24, Part 4 - 2022.
4. Plumbing code:
a. California Plumbing Code (CPC), Title 24, Part 5 - 2022.
5. Energy code:
a. California Energy Code (CEC), Title 24, Part 6 - 2022.
6. Historical building code:
a. California Historical Building Code (CHBC), Title 24, Part 8 - 2022.
7. Fire code:
a. California Fire Code (CFC), Title 24, Part 9 - 2022.
8. Existing building code:
a. California Existing Building Code (CEBC), Title 24, Part 10 - 2022.
9. Green building standards code:
1) California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen), Title 24, Part 11 - 2022.
B. Products in contact with drinking water:
1. Materials in contact with drinking waters: In accordance with NSF 61 and NSF 372.
a. Certification by an independent ANSI accredited third party, including, but not limited to, NSF International, as being lead free.
2. Materials in contact with drinking waters: In accordance with California Health and Safety Code, Section 116875.
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Quality Control
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QUALITY CONTROL
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Quality control and control of installation.
2. Tolerances.
3. References.
4. Mock-up requirements.
5. Authority and duties of City’s representative or inspector.
6. Sampling and testing.
7. Testing and inspection services.
8. Contractor’s responsibilities.
1.02 QUALITY CONTROL AND CONTROL OF INSTALLATION
A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.
B. Comply with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.
C. When manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.
D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.
E. Perform Work by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.
F. Verify field measurements are as indicated on Shop Drawings or as instructed by manufacturer.
G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, or disfigurement.
H. When specified, products will be tested and inspected either at point of origin or at Work site:
1. Notify Engineer in writing well in advance of when products will be ready for testing and inspection at point of origin.
2. Do not construe that satisfactory tests and inspections at point of origin is final acceptance of products. Satisfactory tests or inspections at point of origin do not preclude retesting or re-inspection at Work site.
I. Do not ship products which require testing and inspection at point of origin prior to testing and inspection.
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1.03 TOLERANCES
A. Monitor fabrication and installation tolerance control of products to produce acceptable Work. Do not permit tolerances to accumulate.
B. Comply with manufacturers' tolerances. When Manufacturers' tolerances conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.
C. Adjust products to appropriate dimensions; position before securing products in place.
1.04 REFERENCES
A. ASTM International (ASTM):
1. E329 - Standard for Agencies Engaged in Construction Inspection, Testing or Special Inspection.
B. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
1.05 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
A. For products or workmanship specified by association, trade, or other consensus standards, comply with requirements of standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.
B. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current on date of Contract Documents, except where specific date is established by code.
C. Obtain copies of standards where required by product specification sections.
D. When specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.
1.06 MOCK-UP REQUIREMENTS
A. Tests will be performed under provisions identified in this Section and identified in respective product specification sections.
B. Assemble and erect specified items with specified attachment and anchorage devices, flashings, seals, and finishes.
C. Accepted mock-ups shall be comparison standard for remaining Work.
D. Where mock-up has been accepted by Engineer and is specified in product specification sections to be removed; remove mock-up and clear area when directed to do so by Engineer.
1.07 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES OF CITY’S REPRESENTATIVE OR INSPECTOR A. City’s Project Representative employed or retained by City is authorized to inspect the Work.
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C. Deficiencies or defects in the Work which have been observed will be called to Contractor’s attention.
D. Inspector will not:
1. Alter or waive provisions of Contract Documents.
2. Inspect Contractor’s means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures for construction.
3. Accept portions of the Work, issue instructions contrary to intent of Contract Documents, or act as foreman for Contractor. Supervise, control, or direct Contractor’s safety precautions or programs; or inspect for safety conditions on Work site, or of persons thereon, whether Contractor’s employees or others.
E. Inspector will:
1. Conduct on-site observations of the Work in progress to assist Engineer in determining when the Work is, in general, proceeding in accordance with Contract Documents.
2. Report to Engineer whenever Inspector believes that Work is faulty, defective, does not conform to Contract Documents, or has been damaged; or whenever there is defective material or equipment; or whenever Inspector believes the Work should be uncovered for observation or requires special procedures.
1.08 SAMPLING AND TESTING
A. General:
1. Prior to delivery and incorporation in the Work, submit listing of sources of materials, when specified in sections where materials are specified.
2. When specified in sections where products are specified:
a. Submit sufficient quantities of representative samples of character and quality required of materials to be used in the Work for testing or examination.
b. Test materials in accordance with standards of national technical organizations.
B. Sampling:
1. Furnish specimens of materials when requested.
2. Do not use materials which are required to be tested until testing indicates satisfactory compliance with specified requirements.
3. Specimens of materials will be taken for testing whenever necessary to determine quality of material.
4. Assist Engineer in preparation of test specimens at site of work, such as soil samples and concrete test cylinders.
1.09 TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES
A. Contractor will employ and pay for specified services of an independent firm to perform Contractor quality control testing as required in the technical specifications for various work and materials.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01450 (BidSet) B. City will employ and pay for specified services of an “City’s independent testing firm” certified to perform testing and inspection as required in the technical specifications for various work and materials or stipulated in Section 01455 - Regulatory Quality Assurance to confirm Contractor’s compliance with Contract Documents.
C. The City’s independent testing firm will perform tests, inspections and other services specified in individual specification sections and as required by City and requested by the Engineer.
D. The qualifications of laboratory that will perform the testing, contracted by the City or by the Contractor, shall be as follows:
1. Has authorization to operate in the state where the project is located.
2. Meets “Recommended Requirements for Independent Laboratory Qualification,” published by American Council of Independent Laboratories.
3. Meets requirements of ASTM E329.
4. Laboratory Staff: Maintain full time specialist on staff to review services.
5. Testing Equipment: Calibrated at reasonable intervals with devices of accuracy traceable to NIST or accepted values of natural physical constants.
6. Will submit copy of report of inspection of facilities made by Materials Reference Laboratory of NIST during most recent tour of inspection, with memorandum of remedies of deficiencies reported by inspection.
E. Testing, inspections, and source quality control may occur on or off project site.
Perform off-site testing inspections and source quality control as required by Engineer or City.
F. Contractor shall cooperate with City’s independent testing firm, furnish samples of materials, design mix, equipment, tools, storage, safe access, and assistance by incidental labor as requested.
1. Notify Engineer and City’s independent testing firm 48 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring testing.
2. Make arrangements with City’s independent testing firm and pay for additional samples and tests required for Contractor’s use.
G. Limitations of authority of testing Laboratory: City’s independent testing firm or Laboratory is not authorized to:
1. Agency or laboratory may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.
2. Agency or laboratory may not approve or accept any portion of the Work.
3. Agency or laboratory may not assume duties of Contractor.
4. Agency or laboratory has no authority to stop the Work.
H. Testing and employment of a City’s independent testing firm or laboratory shall not relieve Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.
I. Re-testing or re-inspection required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by same City’s independent testing firm on instructions by Engineer. Payment for re-testing or re-inspection will be charged to Contractor by deducting testing charges from Contract Sum/Price.
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1. Test samples of mixes submitted by Contractor.
2. Provide qualified personnel at site. Cooperate with Engineer and Contractor in performance of services.
3. Perform specified sampling and testing of products in accordance with specified standards.
4. Ascertain compliance of materials and mixes with requirements of Contract Documents.
5. Promptly notify Engineer and Contractor of observed irregularities or non-conformance of Work or products.
6. Perform additional tests required by Engineer.
7. Attend preconstruction meetings and progress meetings when requested.
K. City’s independent testing firm individual test reports:
1. After each test, City’s independent testing firm will promptly submit electronically report to Engineer and to Contractor.
2. Test reports shall include at least the following information:
a. Date issued.
b. Project title and number.
c. Name of inspector.
d. Date and time of sampling or inspection.
e. Identification of product and specifications section. f. Location in Project.
g. Type of inspection or test.
h. Date of test.
i. Certified test results stamped and signed by a registered Engineer in the state where the project is located.
j. Summary of conformance with Contract Documents.
k. When requested by Engineer, the City’s independent testing firm will provide interpretation of test results.
1.10 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Cooperate with City’s independent testing firm or laboratory personnel and provide access to construction and manufacturing operations.
B. Secure and deliver to City’s independent testing firm or laboratory adequate quantities of representative samples of materials proposed to be used and which require testing.
C. Provide to City’s independent testing firm or laboratory and Engineer preliminary mix design proposed to be used for concrete, and other materials mixes which require control by testing laboratory.
D. Submit product test reports electronically.
E. Furnish incidental labor and facilities:
1. To provide access to construction to be tested.
2. To obtain and handle samples at Work site or at source of product to be tested.
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3. To facilitate inspections and tests.
4. For storage and curing of test samples.
F. Notify City’s independent testing firm or laboratory 48 hours in advance of when observations, inspections and testing is needed for laboratory to schedule and perform in accordance with their notice of response time.
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REGULATORY QUALITY ASSURANCE
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: This Section describes project regulatory requirements for quality assurance that includes special inspections, special certification, and structural observation.
1.02 REFERENCES
A. American Concrete Institute (ACI):
1. 318 - Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete.
2. 530 - Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures.
3. 530.1 - Specification for Masonry Structures.
B. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC):
1. 360 - Specification for Structural Steel Buildings.
C. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE):
1. 7 - Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures.
D. American Welding Society (AWS):
1. D1.3 - Structural Welding Code - Sheet Steel.
2. D1.4 - Structural Welding Code - Reinforcing Steel.
E. ASTM International (ASTM):
1. A706 - Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Low-Alloy Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement.
2. C31 - Standard Practice for Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field.
3. C172 - Standard Practice for Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete.
4. C1611 Standard Test Method for Slump Flow of Self-Consolidating Concrete.
F. California Building Code - 2022.
1.03 DEFINITIONS
A. Special Certification: Certification for designated seismic systems that demonstrates compliance with performance requirements.
B. Special Inspection: Inspection of the materials, installation, fabrication, erection, or placement of components and connections requiring special expertise to ensure compliance with approved construction documents and referenced standards.
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D. Special Inspection, Periodic: The part-time, or intermittent observation of work requiring special inspection by an approved special inspector who is present in the area where the work is being performed and at the completion of the work.
E. Structural Observation: The visual observation of the structural system by a registered design professional for general conformance to the approved construction documents at significant construction stages and at completion of the structural system.
1.04 DESCRIPTION
A. This Section describes special inspections, special certification and structural observation of structural assemblies and components to be performed in compliance with the building code specified in Section 01410 - Regulatory Requirements.
B. The special certification and special inspections specified in this Section are in addition to the requirements specified in Section 01450 - Quality Control, and by the individual Sections.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Contractor shall submit special certifications for designated seismic systems.
B. Contractor shall schedule and coordinate the submittal of Special Inspection reports and test results prepared by others.
1.06 SPECIAL INSPECTION
A. City will employ 1 or more special inspectors who will provide special inspections during construction.
B. Special inspector(s) shall be qualified for inspection of the particular type of materials or operations requiring special inspection.
C. Testing laboratory: Testing that is required to satisfy the requirements of special inspection will be performed by the City’s testing laboratory as specified in Section 01450 - Quality Control.
D. Duties of Special Inspector:
1. General: Required duties of the special inspector(s) shall be as described in Chapter 17 of the building code specified in Section 01410 - Regulatory Requirements.
2. Reporting: Special inspector(s) shall provide reports of each inspection to the City and shall distribute copies of inspection reports to the Engineer and Contractor as required.
a. Reports shall, at a minimum, include the following items:
1) Date and time of inspection, and name(s) of individual(s) performing the inspection.
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3) Discrepancies between the requirements of the Contract Documents and the work or testing observed.
4) Other areas of deficiency in the Work.
E. Special inspections shall not be construed as fulfilling the requirements for structural observation.
F. City or special inspector are responsible to select materials for special inspection.
1. It is not acceptable for Contractor to select materials for special inspection.
1.07 SPECIAL CERTIFICATION
A. Contractor shall be responsible for providing equipment that meets the special certification requirements of the building code specified in Section 01410 - Regulatory Requirements.
B. The following designated seismic systems shall be subject to the testing and qualification requirements of the regulatory building code, Section 1705.12.4 as specified in Section 01410 - Regulatory Requirements and shall require special certification as set forth in ASCE 7, Section 13.2:
1. Mechanical equipment that is assigned an importance factor of 1.50 as specified in Section 01850 - Design Criteria.
2. All electrical equipment.
C. Special certification requirements for designated seismic systems:
1. Submittals for mechanical and electrical equipment identified in this Section as designated seismic systems shall include certification that the equipment is seismically qualified. Certifications shall be subject to review and acceptance by City.
2. Certifications may be at least 1 of the following in accordance with ASCE 7, Section 13.2:
a. Analysis.
b. Testing.
c. Experience data.
1.08 STRUCTURAL OBSERVATION
A. City will employ 1 or more registered design professionals who will provide structural observation(s) during construction.
1. Registered design professional shall be a civil or structural engineer currently licensed as such in the state where the project is located and regularly engaged in structural design equivalent to or similar to those indicated on the Drawings.
B. Structural observations shall not be construed as fulfilling the requirements for special inspections.
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3.01 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
A. The City will provide special inspection of following types of work as described in in Section 1705 of the building code as specified in Section 01410 - Regulatory Requirements wherever such work occurs unless otherwise specified.
1. Attachment A - Concrete Special Inspection Schedule.
2. Attachment B - Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical Components - Special Inspection Schedule.
3. Attachment C - Soils Verification and Inspection Schedule.
4. Attachment D - Structural Steel Special Inspection Schedule.
5. Attachment E - Structural Steel Bolting Special Inspection Schedule.
3.02 SPECIAL CERTIFICATION
A. Special inspector shall examine the designated seismic system(s) specified and determine whether the designated system components, including anchorage, are consistent with the evidence of compliance submitted for special certification.
3.03 STRUCTURAL OBSERVATION
A. The following work requires structural observation in accordance with Section 1704.5 of the building code specified in Section 01455 - Regulatory Requirements.
1. All structures in all areas:
a. Foundations.
b. Elevated slabs.
3.04 SCHEDULE
A. Contractor shall allow time necessary for special inspections and structural observation specified herein.
B. Sufficient notice shall be given so that the special inspections and structural observations can be performed. Contractor shall allow time for individuals performing special inspection and structural observation to travel to the site.
3.05 PROCEDURE
A. The special inspector will immediately notify the Engineer of any corrections required and follow notification with appropriate documentation.
B. Contractor shall not proceed until the work is satisfactory to the Engineer.
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CONCRETE SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
(Includes: cast-in-place, precast, prestressed, precast-prestressed, and shotcrete.) Verification and Inspection
Reference
Standard
ACI 318-14
AWS D1.4-18
IBC 2018
Frequency of
Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
1. Inspect reinforcement, including
prestressing tendons, and verify placement.
ACI 318: 20, 25.2,
25.3, 26.6.1-
26.6.3 IBC: 1908.4
2. Reinforcing bar welding:
a. Verify weldability of reinforcing bars
other than ASTM A706;
AWS D1.4
ACI 318: 26.6.4
b. Inspect single-pass fillet welds,
maximum 5/16”; and
AWS D1.4
ACI 318: 26.6.4
c. Inspect all other welds. AWS D1.4
ACI 318: 26.6.4
3. Inspect anchors cast in concrete. ACI 318: 17.8.2
4. Inspect anchors post-installed in hardened
concrete members.
a. Adhesive anchors installed in
horizontally or upwardly inclined
orientations to resist sustained tension
loads.
ACI 318: 17.8.2.4
b. Mechanical anchors and adhesive
anchors not defined in 4.a.
ACI 318: 17.8.2
5. Verify use of required design mix. ACI 318: 19,
26.4.3, 26.4.4
IBC: 1904.1,
1904.2, 1908.2,
1908.3
6. Prior to concrete placement, fabricate
specimens for strength tests, perform
slump and air content tests, and determine
the temperature of the concrete.
ASTM C172
ASTM C31
ACI 318: 26.5,
26.12 IBC: 1908.10
7. Inspect concrete and shotcrete placement
for proper application techniques.
ACI 318: 26.5
IBC: 1908.6,
1908.7, 1908.8
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Reference
Standard
ACI 318-14
AWS D1.4-18
IBC 2018
Frequency of
Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
8. Verify maintenance of specified curing
temperature and techniques.
ACI 318: 26.5.3-
26.5.5 IBC: 1908.9
9. Inspect prestressed concrete for:
a. Application of prestressing forces; and ACI 318: 26.10 b. Grouting of bonded prestressing
tendons.
ACI 318: 26.10
10. Inspect erection of precast concrete
members.
ACI 318: 26.9
11. Verify in-situ concrete strength, prior to
stressing of tendons in post-tensioned
concrete and prior to removal of shores
and forms from beams and structural
slabs.
ACI 318: 26.11.2
12. Inspect formwork for shape, location and
dimensions of the concrete member being
formed.
ACI 318:
26.11.1.2.(b)
Notes:
(1) The "" represents a required inspection activity for the project where it occurs.
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SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
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ARCHITECTURAL, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
Verification and Inspection
Reference
Standard
IBC 2018
Frequency of
Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
1. Architectural components:
a. Cladding - exterior, weighing more than 5
psf: erection and fastening.
IBC:
1705.12.5
b. Exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS): IBC:
1705.16
c. Non-bearing walls - exterior: erection and
fastening.
IBC:
1705.12.5
d. Non-bearing walls - interior, weighing more
than 15 psf.
IBC:
1705.12.5
e. Veneer, exterior and interior, weighing more
than 5 psf: erection and fastening.
IBC:
1705.12.5
f. Access floors: erection and anchorage. IBC:
1705.12.5.1
g. Suspended ceiling system: bracing.
h. Storage racks - 8 feet or greater in height:
anchorage.
IBC:
1705.12.7
i. Skylight: verification of safety compliance
and labeling and installation. IBC: 1709.6
2. Plumbing, mechanical, and electrical
components:
a. Anchorage of electrical equipment for
emergency and standby power systems.
IBC:
1705.12.6.1
b. Anchorage of other electrical and
mechanical equipment over 400 lb. on floors
or roofs.
IBC:
1705.12.6.2
c. Installation and anchorage of pipelines
carrying hazardous chemicals and their
associated mechanical units.
IBC:
1705.12.6.3
d. Installation and anchorage of pipelines
greater than 8 inches in diameter.
e. Installation and anchorage of ductwork
designed to carry hazardous materials.
IBC:
1705.12.6.4
f. Installation and anchorage of ductwork
greater than 6 sf in cross section.
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Reference
Standard
IBC 2018
Frequency of
Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
g. Installation and anchorage of vibration
isolation systems where contract documents
require nominal clearance of 1/4 inch or less
between the equipment support frame and
its support/restraint.
IBC:
1705.12.6.5
h. Installation of mechanical and electrical
equipment, including duct work, piping
systems and their structural supports, where
automatic fire sprinkler systems are installed.
IBC:
1705.12.6.6
3. Fire-resistance elements:
a. Sprayed fire-resistant coatings: IBC:
1705.14
b. Mastic and intumescent coatings: IBC:
1705.15
c. Fire-resistant penetrations and joint systems: IBC:
1705.17,
4. Smoke control systems: IBC:
1705.18
Notes:
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ATTACHMENT C - SOILS VERIFICATION AND INSPECTION SCHEDULE
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SOILS VERIFICATION AND INSPECTION SCHEDULE
Verification and Inspection
Reference
Standard
IBC 2018
Frequency of
Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
1. Verify materials below shallow foundations are
adequate to achieve the design bearing
capacity.
IBC: T1705.6
2. Verify excavations are extended to proper
depth and have reached proper material.
IBC: T1705.6
3. Perform classification and testing of fill and
backfill materials.
IBC: T1705.6
4. Verify use of proper materials, densities, and
lift thicknesses during placement and
compaction of fill and backfill.
IBC: T1705.6
5. Prior to placement of fill, observe subgrade and
verify that site has been prepared properly.
IBC: T1705.6
Notes:
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ATTACHMENT D - STRUCTURAL STEEL SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
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STRUCTURAL STEEL SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
Verification and Inspection
Referenced
Standard
AISC 360-10
Frequency of Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
Inspection Tasks Prior to Welding AISC 360,
Table N5.4-1
1. Welding procedure specifications (WPSs)
available.
2. Manufacturer certifications for welding
consumables available.
3. Material identification (type/grade).
4. Welder identification system.
5. Fit-up groove welds (including joint
geometry):
• Joint preparation.
• Dimensions (alignment, root opening,
root face, bevel).
• Cleanliness (condition of steel
surfaces).
• Tacking (tack weld quality and
location).
• Backing type and fit (if applicable).
5. Configuration and finish of access holes.
6. Fit-up of fillet welds:
• Dimensions (alignment, gaps at root).
• Cleanliness (condition of steel
surfaces).
• Tacking (tack weld quality and
location).
7. Check welding equipment.
Inspection Tasks During Welding AISC 360,
Table N5.4-2
8. Use of qualified welders.
9. Control and handling of welding
consumables:
• Packaging.
• Exposure control.
10. No welding over cracked tack welds.
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Referenced
Standard
AISC 360-10
Frequency of Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
11. Environmental conditions:
• Wind speed within limits.
• Precipitation and temperature.
12. WPS followed:
• Settings on welding equipment.
• Travel speed.
• Selected welding materials.
• Shielding gas type/flow rate.
• Preheat applied.
• Interpass temperature maintained
(min/max).
• Proper position (F, V, H, OH).
13. Welding techniques:
• Interpass and final cleaning.
• Each pass within profile limitations.
• Each pass meets quality requirements.
Inspection Tasks After Welding AISC 360,
Table N5.4-3
14. Welds cleaned.
15. Size, length, and location of welds.
16. Welds meet visual acceptance criteria:
• Crack prohibition.
• Weld/base-metal fusion.
• Crater cross section.
• Weld profiles.
• Weld size.
• Undercut.
• Porosity.
17. Arc strikes.
18. k-area.
19. Backing removed and weld tabs removed
(if required).
20. Repair activities.
21. Document acceptance or rejection of
welded joint or member.
Notes:
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ATTACHMENT E - STRUCTURAL STEEL BOLTING SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
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STRUCTURAL STEEL BOLTING SPECIAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE
Verification and Inspection
Referenced
Standard
ASIC 360-10
Frequency of
Inspection(1)
(During Task Listed)
Continuous Periodic
Inspection Tasks Prior to Bolting AISC 360,
Table N5.6-1
1. Manufacturer’s certifications available for
fastener materials.
2. Fasteners marked in accordance with ASTM
requirements.
3. Proper fasteners selected for the joint detail
(grade, type, bolt length if threads are to be
excluded from shear plane).
4. Proper bolting procedure selected for joint detail.
5. Connecting elements, including the appropriate
faying surface condition and hole preparation, if
specified, meet applicable requirements.
6. Pre-installation verification testing by installation personnel observed and documented for fastener
assemblies and methods used.
7. Proper storage provided for bolts, nuts, washers
and other fastener components.
Inspection Tasks During Bolting AISC 360,
Table N5.6-2
8. Fastener assemblies, of suitable condition,
placed in all holes and washers (if required) are
positioned as required.
9. Joint brought to the snug-tight condition prior to
the pretensioning operation.
10. Fastener component not turned by the wrench
prevented from rotating.
11. Fasteners are pretensioned in accordance with
the RCSC Specification, progressing
systematically from the most rigid point toward
the free edges.
Inspection Tasks After Bolting AISC 360,
Table N5.6-3
12. Document acceptance or rejection of bolted
connections.
Notes:
(1) The "" represents a required inspection activity for the project where it occurs.
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CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Contractor Quality Control Plan.
1.02 SUBMITTALS
A. Qualifications of the Contractor’s Quality Control (CQC) Plan Manager.
B. Contractor’s Daily Quality Control Report:
1. Submit to Engineer within 1 day of completion of each inspection using the approved form.
C. Daily Inspection Report:
1. Submit to Engineer at the end of each working day or no later than prior to the beginning of the next working day using the approved form.
1.03 CONTRACTOR’S INSPECTION OF THE WORK
A. Work performed by Contractor shall be inspected by the Contractor’s CQC Plan Manager. Non-conforming Work and any safety hazards in the Work area shall be noted and promptly corrected.
B. No materials or equipment shall be used in Work without inspection and acceptance by Contractor’s CQC Plan Manager.
1.04 QUALIFICATIONS
A. Contractor’s CQC Plan Manager: Demonstrate having performed similar CQC functions on similar type projects. Submit records of personnel experience, training, and qualifying registrations.
B. Minimum qualifications: Candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of experience on projects of similar type and size.
1.05 COVERING WORK
A. Whenever Contractor intends to backfill, bury, cast in concrete, or otherwise cover any Work, notify Engineer not less than 24 hours in advance to request inspection before beginning any such Work of covering. Failure of Contractor to notify Engineer in accordance with this requirement shall be resolved according to Article 14 of the General Conditions.
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1.06 CONTRACTOR’S QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM
A. General: Establish and execute a Quality Control (CQC) Plan for Work. The plan shall establish adequate measures for verification and conformance to defined requirements by Contractor personnel and lower-tier Subcontractors (including Fabricators, Suppliers, and Subcontractors). This program shall be described in a Plan responsive to this Section.
B. CQC personnel:
1. Contractor’s CQC Plan Manager shall report to a Senior Project Manager of the Contractor and shall have no supervisory or managerial responsibility over the workforce.
2. The Contractor CQC Plan Manager shall be on-site as often as necessary, but not less than the daily working hours specified in the Contract Documents to remedy and demonstrate that Work is being performed properly and to make multiple observations of Work in progress.
3. The Contractor is to furnish personnel with assigned CQC functions reporting to the CQC Manager. Persons performing CQC functions shall have sufficient qualifications, authority, and organizational freedom to identify quality problems and to initiate and recommend solutions.
C. CQC Plan:
1. Contractor’s CQC Plan shall include a statement by the Senior Project Manager designating the CQC Plan Manager and specifying the authority delegated to the CQC Plan Manager to direct cessation or removal and replacement of defective Work.
2. Describe the CQC program and include procedures, work instructions, and records. Describe methods relating to areas that require special testing and procedures as required by the specifications.
3. Include specific instructions defining procedures for observing Work in process and comparing this Work with the Contract requirements (organized by specifications section).
4. Describe procedures to ensure that equipment or materials that have been accepted at the Site are properly stored, identified, installed and tested.
5. Include procedures to verify that procured products and services conform to the requirements of the Specifications. Requirements of these procedures shall be applied, as appropriate, to lower-tier Suppliers and/or Subcontractors.
6. Commissioning quality control: Include procedures to verify that the commissioning requirements of the Contract Documents are integrated into the Contractor’s CQC Plan and conform to the requirements of the Specifications. Requirements of these procedures shall be applied, as appropriate, to the Contractor and the lower-tier Suppliers and/or Subcontractors.
7. Include instructions for recording inspections and requirements for demonstrating through the Daily Inspection Reports that Work inspected was in compliance or a deficiency was noted and action to be taken.
8. Procedures to preclude the covering of deficient or rejected Work.
9. Procedures for halting or rejecting Work.
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10. Procedures for resolution of differences between the CQC Plan Manager and the production personnel.
11. Identify contractual hold/inspection points as well as any Contractor-imposed hold/inspection points.
D. Daily Inspection Report: Include, at a minimum:
1. Inspection of specific work.
2. Quality characteristics in compliance.
3. Quality characteristics not in compliance.
4. Corrective/remedial actions taken.
5. Statement of certification.
6. CQC Manager’s signature, electronic signature is acceptable.
7. Information provided on the daily report shall not constitute notice of delay or any other notice required by the Contract Documents.
E. Deficient and Non-conforming Work and Corrective Action: Include procedures for handling deficiencies and non-conforming Work. Deficiencies and non-conforming Work are defined as documentation, drawings, material, equipment, or Work not conforming to the indicated requirements or procedures. The procedure shall prevent non-conformances by identification, documentation, evaluation, separation, disposition, and corrective action to prevent reoccurrence. Conditions having adverse effects on quality shall be promptly identified and reported to the senior level management. The cause of conditions adverse to quality shall be determined and documents and measures implemented to prevent recurrence. In addition, at a minimum, this procedure shall address:
1. Personnel responsible for identifying deficient and non-complying items within Work.
2. How and by whom deficient and non-compliant items are documented “in the field.”
3. The personnel and process utilized for logging deficient and non-compliant Work at the end of each day onto a deficiency log.
4. Tracking processes and tracking documentation for deficient and non-conforming Work.
5. Personnel responsible for achieving resolution of outstanding deficiencies.
6. Include detailed procedures for the performance and control of special process (e.g., welding, soldering, heat treating, cleaning, plating, nondestructive examination, etc.).
F. Audits: The CQC program shall provide for regularly scheduled documented audits to verify that CQC procedures are being fully implemented by Contractor and its Subcontractors. Audit records shall be made available to Engineer upon request.
G. Documented control/quality records:
1. Establish methods for control of Contract Documents that describe how Drawings and Specifications are received and distributed to ensure the correct issue of the document being used. Describe how record document/drawing data are documented and furnished to Engineer.
2. Maintain evidence of activities affecting quality. Including operating logs, records of inspection, audit reports, personnel qualification and certification records, procedures, and document review records.
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3. Maintain quality records in a manner that provides for timely retrieval and traceability. Protect quality records from deterioration, damage and destruction.
4. Develop a list of specific records as required by the Contract Documents that will be furnished to Engineer at the completion of activities.
H. Acceptance of CQC Plan: Engineer’s acceptance of the CQC Plan shall not relieve Contractor from any of its obligations for performance of Work. Contractor’s CQC staffing is subject to Engineer’s review and continued acceptance. City, at its sole discretion, and without cause, may direct Contractor to remove and replace the CQC Plan Manager.
1. Acceptance of the CQC Plan by the Engineer is required prior to the start of construction. Acceptance is conditional and will be predicated on satisfactory performance during the construction.
2. After acceptance of the CQC Plan, notify the Engineer in writing of any proposed change. Proposed changes are subject to acceptance by the Engineer.
PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
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Temporary Facilities and Controls
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TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Furnishing, maintaining, and removing construction facilities and temporary controls, including temporary utilities, construction aids, barriers and enclosures, security, access roads, temporary controls, field offices and sheds, and removal after construction.
1.02 REFERENCE
A. American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
B. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit as specified in Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
1.04 TEMPORARY UTILITIES
A. Temporary electrical power:
1. Arrange with local utility to provide adequate temporary electrical service from the closest power pole to the construction temporary facilities or trailers.
2. Provide and maintain adequate jobsite power distribution facilities conforming to applicable Laws and Regulations.
3. Provide, maintain, and pay for electric power for performance of the Work.
B. Temporary electrical lighting:
1. In work areas, provide temporary lighting sufficient to maintain lighting levels during working hours not less than lighting levels required by OSHA and state agency which administers OSHA regulations where Project is located.
2. When available, permanent lighting facilities may be used in lieu of temporary facilities:
a. Prior to completion of the Work, replace bulbs, lamps, or tubes used by Contractor for lighting.
C. Temporary heating, cooling, and ventilating:
1. Heat and ventilate office or other work areas to protect the Work from damage by freezing, high temperatures, weather, and to provide safe environment for workers.
2. Permanent heating system may be utilized when sufficiently completed to allow safe operation.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01500 (BidSet) D. Temporary water:
1. Pay for and construct facilities necessary to furnish potable water for human consumption and non-potable water for use during construction.
2. Remove temporary piping and connections and restore affected portions of the facility to original condition before final acceptance.
3. Pay for water used for construction prior to final acceptance.
4. Development of potable water supply:
a. Potable water is not available at construction site. b. Provide potable water for human consumption during construction period. c. Furnish potable water that meets requirements of Laws and Regulations.
5. Development of non-potable water supply:
a. Post ample signs throughout the work area warning that on-site water is not potable.
b. Non-potable water is not available on the site.
1) Obtain water for construction by piping from existing remote source, or by filtering and treating water from local irrigation or other surface water sources.
2) Abide by laws and regulations when drilling temporary wells or using irrigation water.
E. Temporary sanitary facilities:
1. Provide suitable and adequate sanitary facilities that are in compliance with applicable Laws and Regulations.
2. Existing facility use is not allowed.
3. At completion of the Work, remove sanitary facilities and leave site in neat and sanitary condition.
F. Temporary fire protection:
1. Provide fire protection required to protect the Work and ancillary facilities.
G. First aid: Post first aid facilities and information posters conforming to requirements of OSHA and other applicable Laws and Regulations in readily accessible locations.
H. Utilities in existing facilities: As specified in Section 01140 - Work Restrictions.
I. Temporary piping systems:
1. Submit layout drawings showing proposed routing of piping, including proposed pipe support and pipe restraint locations.
2. Submit product data for piping, fittings, appurtenances, restraints, supports, and other components of the temporary piping system.
3. Submit information at least 28 days prior to when each temporary piping system is scheduled to be installed and allow 14 days for review and comment.
1.05 CONSTRUCTION AIDS
A. Provide railings, kick plates, enclosures, safety devices, and controls required by Laws and Regulations and as required for adequate protection of life and property.
B. Use construction hoists, elevators, scaffolds, stages, shoring, and similar temporary facilities of ample size and capacity to adequately support and move loads.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01500 (BidSet) C. Design temporary supports with adequate safety factor to ensure adequate load bearing capability:
1. When requested, submit design calculations by professional registered engineer prior to application of loads.
2. Submitted design calculations are for information and record purposes only.
D. Accident prevention:
1. Exercise precautions throughout construction for protection of persons and property.
2. Observe safety provisions of applicable Laws and Regulations.
3. Guard machinery and equipment and eliminate other hazards.
4. Make reports required by authorities having jurisdiction, and permit safety inspections of the Work.
5. Before commencing construction work, take necessary action to comply with provisions for safety and accident prevention.
E. Barricades:
1. Place barriers at ends of excavations and along excavations to warn pedestrian and vehicular traffic of excavations.
2. Provide barriers with flashing lights after dark.
3. Keep barriers in place until excavations are entirely backfilled and compacted.
4. Barricade excavations to prevent persons from entering excavated areas in streets, roadways, parking lots, utility sites, or other public or private areas.
F. Warning devices and barricades: Adequately identify and guard hazardous areas and conditions by visual warning devices and, where necessary, physical barriers:
1. Provide devices in accordance with minimum requirements of OSHA and State agency which administers OSHA regulations where Project is located.
G. Hazards in public right-of-way:
1. Comply with local jurisdiction standards and requirements for right-of-way barricades and other safety devices.
2. Mark at reasonable intervals, trenches, and other continuous excavations in public right-of-way, running parallel to general flow of traffic, with traffic cones, barricades, or other suitable visual markers during daylight hours:
a. During hours of darkness, provide markers with torches, flashers, or other adequate lights.
3. At intersections or for pits and similar excavations, where traffic may reasonably be expected to approach head on, protect excavations by continuous barricades:
a. During hours of darkness, provide warning lights at close intervals.
H. Hazards in protected areas: Mark or guard excavations in areas from which public is excluded, in manner appropriate for hazard.
I. Above grade protection: On multi-level structures, provide safety protection that meets requirements of OSHA and State agency which administers OSHA regulations where Project is located.
J. Protect existing structures, trees, shrubs, and other items to be preserved on Project site from injury, damage, or destruction by vehicles, equipment, worker or
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K. Fences:
1. Enclose site of the Work with fence adequate to protect the Work against acts of theft, violence, and vandalism.
2. Enclose temporary offices and storage areas with fence adequate to protect temporary facilities against acts of theft, violence, and vandalism.
3. When entire or part of site is to be permanently fenced, permanent fence may be built to serve for both permanent and temporary protection of the work site, provided that damaged or defaced fencing is replaced prior to completion.
4. Protect temporary and permanent openings and close openings in existing fences to prevent intrusion by unauthorized persons.
a. Bear responsibility for protection of plant and material on site of the Work when openings in existing fences are not closed.
5. During night hours, weekends, holidays, and other times when no work is performed at site, provide temporary closures or enlist services of security guards to protect temporary openings.
6. Fence temporary openings when openings are no longer necessary.
1.06 SECURITY
A. Make adequate provision for protection of the work area against fire, theft, and vandalism, and for protection of public against exposure to injury.
1.07 ACCESS ROADS
A. General:
1. Build and maintain access roads to and on site of the Work to provide for delivery of material and for access to existing and operating plant facilities on site.
2. Build and maintain dust free roads which are suitable for travel at 20 miles per hour.
B. Off-site access roads:
1. Build and maintain graded earth roads.
2. Build roads only in public right-of-way or easements obtained by City.
3. Obtain rights-of-way or easements when electing to build along other alignment.
C. On-site access roads:
1. Maintain access roads to storage areas and other areas to which frequent access is required. Install additional gravel/drain rock around temporary building as required to keep vehicles from tracking mud over the adjacent city streets.
2. Maintain similar roads to existing facilities on site of the Work to provide access for maintenance and operation.
3. Protect buried vulnerable utilities under temporary roads with steel plates, wood planking, or bridges.
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4. Maintain on-site access roads free of mud.
5. Provide controls to prevent vehicles leaving the site from tracking mud off the site onto the public right-of-way.
1.08 TEMPORARY CONTROLS
A. Dust control:
1. Prevent dust nuisance caused by operations, unpaved roads, excavation, backfilling, demolition, or other activities.
2. Control dust by sprinkling with water, use of dust palliatives, modification of operations, or other means acceptable to agencies having jurisdiction.
B. Noise control:
1. Comply with noise and work hours regulations by local jurisdiction.
2. In or near inhabited areas, particularly residential, perform operations in manner to minimize noise.
3. In residential areas, take special measures to suppress noise during night hours.
C. Mud control:
1. Prevent mud nuisance caused by construction operations, unpaved roads, excavation, backfilling, demolition, or other activities.
1.09 CONTRACTOR FIELD OFFICES AND SHEDS
A. Maintain on Project Site weather tight space in which to keep copies of Contract Documents, progress schedule, shop drawings, and other relevant documents.
B. Provide field office with adequate space to examine documents and provide lighting and telephone service in that space.
C. Engineer field office:
1. Provide separate room on project site for the exclusive use of the Engineer in Contractor’s field office, as follows:
a. Size: Approximately 10 feet by 10 feet with 8-foot minimum ceiling height.
2. Arrange and pay for:
a. Daily janitorial service, including dusting, floor cleaning (sweeping, vacuuming or mopping), and trash removal, and monthly comprehensive cleaning, including windows.
b. Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment in operating condition. 1) Furnish maintenance and consumables.
c. Electric wiring, power, and lighting fixtures capable of providing at least 75-foot candles of light on work surfaces.
d. A continuous supply of toilet paper, paper hand towels and hand soap for each washroom.
e. Bottled drinking water service with hot and cold dispenser including water cups.
f. Provide and maintain First Aid Kit and Cabinet in accordance with ANSI Z 308.1, and OSHA requirements.
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h. Maintain approach walks, decking, porches, and parking lot free of mud, water, and snow.
3. Provide following furnishings and equipment:
a. Office desks: 36 inches by 72 inches, with locking drawers: 2. b. Padded, upholstered swivel arm multi-function ergonomic chairs: 2. c. Drafting table: 1, not less than 36 inches by 72 inches. d. Metal drafting stools with backs: 2.
e. Metal filing cabinet: 2, 18 inches by 30 inches by 52 inches, 4 drawers with locks.
f. Bookcases: 1, with not less than 12 linear feet of shelves for each bookcase.
g. Plan hold rolling stand of 12 binders: 1, with binders. h. Wastebaskets: 2.
i. Dry erase board 96 by 48 inches, magnetic: 1.
4. Locate field office where directed by Engineer and City.
5. Have Engineer’s room ready for occupancy within 2 weeks after start of the Work.
1.10 REMOVAL
A. Remove temporary facilities and controls before inspection for final acceptance or when directed.
B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary facilities.
C. Remove underground installations to minimum depth of 24 inches and grade to match surrounding conditions.
D. Restore existing facilities used during construction to specified or original condition.
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PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
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Product Requirements
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PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Requirements for tangible materials, raw or manufactured, that become part of the project.
1.02 TERMINOLOGY
A. The words and terms listed below, are not defined terms that require initial capital letters, but, when this Section is referenced in other Specifications, have the indicated meaning.
1. Calculations:
a. Documentation of the process of transforming the design and prescriptive criteria into a design meeting the performance criteria.
2. Certificates:
a. An official document that attests a fact is in accordance with the Contract Documents.
3. Manufacturer's Certificate of Source Testing:
a. Form used to confirm that the applicable source tests have been performed and the results conform to the Contract Documents. The form template is provided at the end of this Section.
4. Manufacturer's instructions:
a. Stipulations, directions, and/or recommendations issued by the manufacturer of the product addressing handling, storage, installation, protection, erection, and/or application of the product.
5. Products:
a. Raw materials, finished goods, equipment, systems, and shop fabrications that will become part of the Work.
6. Product data:
a. Information about the product, which is typically found in the manufacturer's catalogs or on their web site, including data sheets, bulletins, layout drawings, exploded views, and brochures.
7. Samples:
a. As defined in the General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions. b. Full-size actual products or pieces of products intended to illustrate the products to be incorporated into the project. Sample submittals are often necessary for such characteristics as colors, textures, and other appearance issues.
8. Shop Drawings:
a. As defined in the General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions. b. Shop Drawings are prepared specifically for the project to illustrate details, dimensions, and other data necessary for satisfactory fabrication or construction.
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9. Source Quality Control:
a. Testing and inspections at the location of fabrication or assembly. 1) Includes Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Factory Testing, and Source Testing.
b. Test reports including the following information:
1) Test description.
2) List of equipment used.
3) Name of the person conducting the test.
4) Date and time the test was conducted.
5) Ambient temperature and weather conditions.
6) Raw data collected.
7) Calculated results.
8) Clear statement if the test passed or failed the requirements stated in Contract Documents.
9) Signature of the person responsible for the test.
10. Special tools:
a. Special wrenches, gauges, circuit setters, and other similar devices required for the proper operation or maintenance of a system that would not normally be in the City’s tool kit and that have been specifically made for use on a product for assembly, disassembly, repair, or maintenance.
11. Submittals:
a. As defined in the General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions. b. Samples, product data, Shop Drawings, and other materials that demonstrate how Contractor intends to conform to the Contract Documents.
1.03 QUALITY CONTROL
A. Manufacturer to provide permanent quality control department and laboratory facility capable of performing inspections and testing as required by the Contract Documents.
1. Material testing, inspection procedures, and manufacturing process are subject to inspection by Engineer.
2. Contractor shall notify Engineer in writing of the manufacturing start date not less than 14 days prior to the start of manufacturer of project pipe.
3. Perform manufacturer’s tests and inspections required by the referenced standards and as specified in this Section including the following:
a. Provide the Manufacturer's Certificate of Source Testing. b. Calibration within last 12 months for equipment such as scales, measuring devices and calibration tools used in the manufacturing of pipe as required by ISO 9001.
1) Each device used in the manufacturer of pipe is required to have a tag recording date of last calibration.
2) Provide calibration certificate.
3) Devices are subject to inspection by Engineer.
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1.04 SERVICES OF MANUFACTURER'S REPRESENTATIVES
A. Qualification of manufacturer's representative as specified in the Contract Documents Technical Sections include the following:
1. Authorized representative of the manufacturer, factory trained and experienced in the technical applications and installation of respective products with full authority by the product manufacturer to issue the certifications required of the manufacturer.
2. Competent, experienced technical representative of the product manufacturer for installation.
3. Additional qualifications may be specified in the individual sections.
4. No substitute representatives will be allowed until written approval by City and Engineer has been obtained.
B. Completion of manufacturer on-site services: Engineer approval required.
1. The manufacturer’s representative will advise aspects of installation including but not limited to:
a. Handling.
b. Storing.
c. Cleaning and inspecting.
d. Coating and lining repairs.
e. Tapping.
f. General construction methods.
C. Manufacturer is responsible for determining the time required to perform the specified services.
1. No additional costs associated with performing the required services will be approved.
2. Manufacturer required to schedule services in accordance with the Contractor's project schedule up to and including making multiple trips to project site when there are separate milestones associated with installation of each occurrence of manufacturer's product.
D. Manufacturer's on-site services as specified in the Contract Documents include the following:
1. Assistance during Construction.
2. Provide 1 copy of daily manufacturer's representative’s field notes and data to Engineer.
3. Other requirements as specified in the Contract Documents.
1.05 GENERAL TEST REQUIREMENTS
A. Testing prerequisites:
1. Prior to testing, verify equipment protective devices and safety devices have been installed, calibrated, and tested.
B. Acceptable test definition:
1. Demonstrate the product performance meets the requirements stated in the Contract Documents.
a. When the product fails to meet the specified requirements, perform additional, more detailed, testing to determine the cause, correct, repair,
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C. Test Plan requirements:
1. As specified in this Section and other Technical Sections.
2. Prepared by Contractor as a result of discussions and planning emerging from regularly conducted meetings for test planning.
3. Define the following items for each Test:
a. Purpose of the test.
b. Identification of each item of equipment/system, including system designation, location, tag number, control loop identifier, etc. c. Description of the pass/fail criteria that will be used. d. Listing of pertinent reference documents (Contract Documents and industry standards or sections applicable to the testing). e. Credentials of test personnel.
f. Test equipment:
1) Product data.
2) Appropriate calibration records.
3) Drawings or photographs of test stands and/or test apparatus. g. Duration: Determine test durations with City’s input. h. Detailed step-by-step test procedures.
1) Setup.
2) The level of detail shall be sufficient for any witness with a rudimentary technical aptitude to be able to follow the steps and develop confidence that the tests were being performed as planned. 3) Include all steps in the procedures.
4) Define temporary systems (pumps, piping, etc.), shutdown requirements for existing systems.
5) Furnish labor, power, tools, equipment, instruments, and services required for and incidental to completing testing activities. i. Test forms: Include, but not limited to, the following information:
1) Name of product to be tested.
2) Test date.
3) Names of persons conducting the test.
4) Names of persons witnessing the test, where applicable. 5) Test data.
6) Applicable project requirements.
7) Check offs for each completed test or test step.
8) Place for signature of person conducting tests and for the witnessing person, as applicable.
D. Submit Test Plan.
1. Submit forms as specified in the Technical Sections.
2. Submit a copy of the Test Plan at least 21 days before any scheduled test date.
3. Engineer approval of Test Plan required prior to beginning testing.
E. Request proposed test dates.
1. Notify the Engineer of the scheduled tests a minimum of 15 days before the date of the test.
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G. Submit Test Report.
1.06 SOURCE TESTING
A. As specified in Section 01450 - Quality Control.
B. Also referred to as factory testing or factory acceptance testing (FAT).
C. Source Test Plan:
1. As specified in this Section and other Technical Sections.
2. Purpose: Test products for proper performance at point of manufacture or assembly as specified in the Technical Sections.
3. Source testing requirements as specified in Technical Sections. a. Non-witnessed:
1) Provide completed Attachment A - Manufacturer’s Certificate of Source Testing.
b. Witnessed:
1) 2 City’s representative and 2 Engineer’s representative present during testing, unless otherwise specified.
2) Provide completed Attachment A - Manufacturer’s Certificate of Source Testing.
4. Duration: Define.
5. Contractor is responsible for providing fuel, chemicals, and other consumables needed for Source Testing.
D. Contractor is responsible for witness trip costs associated with City’s representatives and Engineer’s representative.
1. Include costs for at least the following:
a. Transportation:
1) Travel on commercial airline to and from site including related fees. 2) Rental car to and from airport, hotel, and test site including related fees.
b. Hotel/Meals:
1) Hotel costs at a facility with an American Automobile Association 4-star rating or higher equivalent for single occupancy room per person per day.
2) Meal allowance based on government per diem guidelines per location.
c. Witness labor costs:
1) The greater of $200 per hour or $1,600 per day.
2. If Source Test is not ready when the witnesses arrive or if the Source Test fails, the witnesses will return home with Contractor responsible for costs associated with the trip including costs described above. a. Contractor is responsible for rescheduling the Source Test and witnesses’ costs associated with the second trip including costs described above. b. Contractor is responsible for witnesses’ costs associated with retests including costs described above.
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1.07 INSTALLATION VERIFICATION
A. Installation Verification Plan:
1. Purpose:
a. Has been properly installed, adjusted, and aligned.
b. Is free of any stresses imposed by connecting piping or anchor bolts. c. Is able to be operated as necessary for Functional Testing.
2. Field test backfill, welded joints, alignment and grade, and pipeline pressure as specified in the Technical Sections.
3. Duration: Define.
4. Coordinate Installation Verification with restrictions and requirements as specified in Section 01140 - Work Restrictions.
1.08 FUNCTIONAL TESTING
A. Functional Test Plan:
1. Purpose: Test piping system to verify conformance with the Contract Documents.
2. Duration: Define.
3. Perform testing in the presence of the Engineer.
4. Contractor is responsible for providing fuel, chemicals, and other consumables needed.
5. Coordinate Functional Testing with restrictions and requirements as specified in Section 01140 - Work Restrictions.
1.09 SHIPMENT
A. Prepare products for shipment by:
1. Tagging or marking to agree with delivery schedule or Shop Drawings.
2. Including complete packing lists and bills of material with each shipment.
3. Packaging products to facilitate handling and protection against damage during transit, handling, and storage.
4. Securely attach special instructions for proper field handling, storage, and installation to each piece of equipment before packaging and shipment.
B. Transport products by methods that avoid product damage.
C. Deliver products in undamaged condition in manufacturer's unopened containers or packaging.
1.10 DELIVERY AND HANDLING
A. Handle product in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Deliver products in undamaged condition in manufacturer's unopened containers or packaging.
C. Provide construction equipment and personnel to handle products by methods in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
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1. Verify compliance with Contract Documents, correct quantities, and undamaged condition of products.
2. Acceptance of shipment does not constitute final acceptance of product.
1.11 STORAGE
A. Immediately store and protect products until installed in Work.
B. Store products with seals and legible labels intact.
C. Protect painted or coated surfaces against impact, abrasion, discoloration, and damage.
D. Storage of spare parts, maintenance products, special tools.
1. Immediately store in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Store spare parts, maintenance products, and special tools in enclosed, weather-proof, and lighted facility during the construction period.
3. Protect parts subject to deterioration, such as ferrous metal items and electrical components with appropriate lubricants, desiccants, or hermetic sealing.
4. Store large items individually:
a. Weight: Greater than 50 pounds.
b. Size: Greater than 24 inches wide by 18 inches high by 36 inches long. c. Clearly labeled:
1) Equipment tag number.
2) Equipment manufacturer.
3) Subassembly component, if appropriate.
5. Store smaller items in spare parts boxes:
a. Weight: Less than 50 pounds.
b. Size: Less than 24 inches wide by 18 inches high by 36 inches long. c. Clearly labeled:
1) Equipment tag number.
2) Equipment manufacturer.
3) Subassembly component, if appropriate.
6. Spare parts and special tools box:
a. Box material: Waterproof, corrosion resistant.
b. Hinged cover with locking hasp.
c. Inventory list taped to underside of cover.
1) Clearly labeled:
a) The words “Spare Parts and/or Special Tools”.
b) Equipment tag number.
c) Equipment manufacturer.
d) Subassembly component, if appropriate.
E. Exterior storage of fabricated products:
1. Place on aboveground supports that allow for drainage.
2. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering.
3. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation under covering.
F. Store moisture sensitive products in watertight enclosures.
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1. Prevent materials mixing with foreign matter.
2. Provide access for inspection.
H. When needed and approved by the Engineer, offsite storage location shall be within 20 miles of the project site.
1. Provide proof of insurance coverage for products stored offsite.
I. Payment will not be made for product and materials improperly stored or stored without providing Engineer with the manufacturer's instructions for storage.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Provide products as Engineer has approved by the Submittal process or by other written documents.
B. Provide products by same manufacturer when units are of similar nature, unless otherwise specified.
C. Provide like parts of duplicate units that are interchangeable.
D. Provide equipment or product that has not been in service prior to delivery, except as required by tests.
E. Provide products produced by manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of these products.
F. Provide products that bear approvals and labels as specified such as Factory Mutual (FM), Underwriters Laboratory (UL), or National Sanitation Foundation (NSF International) that are acceptable to the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
2.02 MATERIAL
A. Dissimilar metals:
1. Separate contacting surfaces with dielectric material.
2. Neoprene, bituminous impregnated felt, heavy bituminous coatings, nonmetallic separators or washers, or other materials as specified.
B. Edge grinding:
1. Sharp projections of cut or sheared edges of ferrous metals which are not to be welded shall be ground to a radius required to ensure satisfactory paint adherence.
C. Use anti-galling compound on threads of stainless steel fasteners during factory assembly.
D. Provide anti-galling compound with stainless steel fasteners shipped for field assembly.
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F. Pipes:
1. Provide new pipe manufactured for the following:
a. Piping 24-inch diameter and larger.
b. AWWA C200 steel piping.
2. Piping provided from manufacturers/distributors inventory is subject to the following condition:
a. Provide proof pipe manufactured more than 6 months prior to delivery was stored properly and the material and/or coating was not subjected to ultraviolet (UV) degradation.
3. Mark each length of pipe in accordance with applicable standards.
2.03 PRODUCT SELECTION
A. When products are specified without named manufacturers, provide products that meet or exceed the Specifications.
B. When products are specified with names of manufacturers but no model numbers or catalog designations, provide products by one of named manufacturers that meet or exceed specifications.
C. When products are specified with names of manufacturers and model numbers or catalog designations, provide products with model numbers or catalog designations by one of the named manufacturers.
D. When products are specified with names of manufacturers, but with brand or trade names, model numbers, or catalog designations by one manufacturer only, provide:
1. Products specified by brand or trade name, model number, or catalog designation.
2. Products by another named manufacturers proven, in accordance with requirements for an “or equal”, including Engineer’s approval, to meet or exceed quality, appearance and performance of specified brand or trade name, model number, or catalog designation.
E. When products are specified with only one manufacturer followed by “or Equal,” provide:
1. Products meeting or exceeding Specifications by specified manufacturer.
2. Engineer deemed “or equal” evidenced by an approved Shop Drawing or other written communication.
F. When products are specified by naming 2 or more manufacturers with 1 manufacturer as a “Basis of Design”:
1. Any of the named manufacturers can be submitted.
2. If the product submitted is not by the named “Basis of Design” product and requires a change in the scope (dimensions, configuration, physical properties, etc.), schedule (longer lead time), or budget, the Contractor must submit a substitution request.
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3.01 INSTALLATION
A. Inspect equipment or product prior to product installation.
B. Repaint or recoat damaged painted or coated surfaces.
C. Use anti-galling compound on stainless steel threads used for field assembly.
3.02 PROTECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
A. Provide substantial coverings as necessary to protect installed products from damage from traffic and subsequent construction operations.
1. Remove covering when no longer needed.
2. Replace corroded, damaged, or deteriorated product before acceptance of the project.
END OF SECTION
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OWNER EQPT/SYSTEM
PROJECT NAME EQPT TAG NO.
PROJECT NO. EQPT SERIAL NO.
SPECIFICATION NO.
SPECIFICATION TITLE
Comments:
I hereby certify Source Testing has been performed on the above-referenced product as defined in the Contract Documents, and the results conform to the Contract Document requirements.
Testing data is attached.
Date of Execution:
Manufacturer:
Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative Name (print):
(Authorized Signature)
If applicable, Witness Name (print):
(Witness Signature)
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FIELD ENGINEERING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Field engineering to establish lines and grades for the Work.
1.02 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit as specified in Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
B. Qualifications of the professional land surveyor or licensed civil engineer with the authority to provide land surveying in California that will be performing the field engineering.
C. Pre-Excavation Report.
1.03 PRE-EXCAVATION REPORT
A. Prior to the start of the Work, create a report confirming the verification of the following data:
1. Site elevation.
2. Existing structures including but not limited to buildings, manholes (sanitary, storm, electrical, and other), drainage inlets:
a. Location coordinates.
b. Top of wall elevation and coordinates.
c. Floor elevations.
d. Invert elevations.
3. Existing utilities as specified in Section 02280 - Subsurface Utility Engineering.
4. Proposed building corners, tank, and equipment locations.
5. Verify existing electrical, instrumentation, and phone utilities.
B. Incorporate information from Pre-Excavation Report into the record drawings.
PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 SURVEY REFERENCE POINTS
A. Basic reference line, a beginning point on basic reference line, points with referenced coordinates, and a benchmark will be provided by City.
B. All surveying shall be referenced to the City of Vallejo datum.
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D. Locate and protect control points prior to starting site work, and preserve permanent reference points during construction:
1. Make no changes or relocations without prior written notice.
2. Replace Project control point, when lost or destroyed, in accordance with original survey control.
E. Set monuments for principal control points and protect them from being disturbed and displaced:
1. Re-establish disturbed monuments.
2. When disturbed, postpone parts of the Work that are governed by disturbed monuments until such monuments are re-established.
3.02 PROJECT SITE SURVEY REQUIREMENTS
A. Establish minimum of 2 permanent benchmarks on site referenced to data established by survey control points.
B. Record permanent benchmark locations with horizontal and vertical data on Project Record Documents.
C. Perform verifications and checking in accordance with industry standard surveying practice.
D. Maintain complete, accurate log of control points and survey.
E. Affix civil engineer's or professional land surveyor's signature and license number to Record Drawings to certify accuracy of information shown.
3.03 CONSTRUCTION STAKES, LINES, AND GRADES
A. Execute the Work in accordance with the lines and grades indicated.
B. Make distances and measurements on horizontal planes, except elevations and structural dimensions.
3.04 QUALITY CONTROL
A. Accuracy of stakes, alignments, and grades may be checked randomly by Engineer:
1. Notice of when checking will be conducted will be given.
2. When notice of checking is given, postpone parts of the Work affected by stakes, alignments, or grades to be checked until checked.
3. Engineer's check does not substitute or complement required field quality control procedures.
3.05 RECORD DOCUMENTS
A. Prepare and submit Record Documents as specified in Section 01770 - Closeout Procedures.
END OF SECTION
Work Within Public Right-Of-Way
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WORK WITHIN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Requirements for maintenance, support, protection, relocation, reconstruction and adjusting-to-grade, restoration, construction of temporary and new facilities, and abandonment of existing utilities affected by construction work within the public right-of-way.
1.02 DEFINITIONS
A. Utility: For purpose of this Section, utility means any public or private service, such as electric light and power systems; gas distribution systems; telephone, telegraph, cable television and other communication services; water distribution; storm drain and sanitary sewer services; police and fire communication systems; street lighting and traffic signs and signals; parking meters; and steam distribution systems.
B. Trenching:
1. Open trench:
a. General: Includes excavation, pipe laying, backfilling, and pavement replacement.
2. Any excavated areas shall be considered as "open trench" until all pavement replacement has been made, or until all trenches outside of pavement replacement areas have been backfilled and compacted in accordance with these Contract Documents.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
A. Trenching:
1. Except where otherwise specified, indicated on the Drawings, or accepted in writing by the Engineer, the maximum length of open trench, where construction is in any stage of completion, shall not exceed the linear footage as set forth below. Descriptions under following area designations are general in nature and may be amended in writing by the Engineer due to particular or peculiar field conditions:
a. Business District Areas maximum 100 linear feet: Store front areas. b. Commercial Areas maximum 400 linear feet: Industrial, shopping centers, churches, schools, hotels, motels, markets, gas stations, government and private office buildings, hospitals, fire and police stations, and nursing homes.
c. Residential Areas maximum 1 Block or 600 linear feet, whichever is the least: Single and multi-family residences, apartments, and condominiums.
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2. Completely backfill trenches across streets and install temporary or permanent pavement as soon as possible after pipe laying.
B. Site conditions:
1. Use substantial steel plates with adequate trench bracing to bridge across trenches at street and alley crossings, commercial driveways, and residential driveways where trench backfill and temporary patch have not been completed during regular working hours.
2. Provide safe and convenient passage for pedestrians.
3. Maintain access to fire stations, fire hydrant, and hospitals at all times.
4. Provide traffic control devices, barricades, and signage as required by the regulating agency.
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
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Traffic Control
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TRAFFIC CONTROL
PART 1 GENERAL
A. This work shall include installation of temporary signs, flagging, traffic-handling equipment, devices and other related items to provide for safety and convenience to the public and public traffic during all phases of construction.
B. Attention is directed to Sections 7─1.08, "Public Convenience," 7─1.09, "Public Safety," and 12, "Construction Area Traffic Control Devices," of the Standard Specifications and to the Section B.7.C, "Public Convenience and Safety" elsewhere in these special provisions, and to these special provisions.
C. Nothing in these special provisions shall be construed as relieving the Contractor from his responsibility to provide such additional devices or take such measures as may be necessary to comply with the provisions in Section 7─1.09, "Public Safety," of the Standard Specifications.
D. The Contractor shall notify local authority emergency communications, of this intent to close a roadway, or lane of traffic at least 2 days before work is begun. The Contractor shall cooperate with local authorities relative to handling traffic through the area.
PART 2 MATERIALS
A. All traffic control devices shall conform to Section 12 of the Caltrans Standard Specifications.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 SCHEDULE OF OPERATIONS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN
A. The contractor must submit a detailed schedule of operations and a traffic control plan to the City by the date of the pre-construction meeting for its review, comment and approval. No work will begin until the construction schedule and traffic control plan have been approved in writing by the Engineer.
3.02 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN REQUIREMENTS
A. Traffic Controls Plans must be prepared by a California licensed traffic engineer or professional civil engineer with specialty in traffic engineering or by a company specializing in the preparation of traffic control plans.
B. All Traffic Control Plans (TCPs) shall:
1. Be submitted on 24-inch x 36-inch paper to the Engineer.
2. Be submitted electronically via USB, CD, email, etc. to the Engineer.
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3. Be computer generated in black and white and clearly visible when reproduced (“Google” aerials, 3D symbols, and photocopies direct from the California MUTCD or other traffic control handbooks will not be accepted).
4. Use a scale no larger than 1 inch=80 feet (TCPs requiring more than one sheet shall use match lines).
5. Show north arrow in correct alignment.
6. Include Contractor’s name, address, telephone number, and the telephone number of the 24-hour contact person representing the Contractor.
7. Note the project name and the type of work the submitted TCP will be used for and the duration of work.
8. Note the posted speed limit.
9. Use California MUTCD sign code designations.
10. Use the symbols shown on Table 6H-2 of the California MUTCD 2012 Edition to identify cones/delineators, barricades, signs, flaggers, etc. (note, all symbols to be in black and white).
11. Be site specific (show existing lane geometry, medians, driveways, sidewalks, bus stops, red curbs, traffic lights, street lights, edge of pavement, all above ground fixtures, etc.).
12. Show all streets in the work zone vicinity to ensure proper orientation.
13. Show all parking restriction zones and signs, as appropriate.
14. Show all existing traffic signals and traffic control signs.
15. Show staging area and materials storage area, as appropriate.
16. Show signs and barricades that will be required to direct pedestrians through or around the construction work zone.
17. Provide a line map showing detour route and signage for all half road or full road closures.
18. Label all taper lengths and widths, delineator spacing and sign spacing (all dimensions to be shown on the plan and not in table form).
19. Clearly identify both pedestrian and vehicular paths of travel.
C. Additional requirements could be needed depending upon each situation.
D. The following General Notes shall be added to the Traffic Control Plan:
1. The City, through its designated employees, reserves the right to initiate field changes to assure public safety.
2. Road closures will require a minimum of five (5) working days notice and shall be approved by the Department of Public Works Traffic Engineering Division prior to closure.
3. All traffic control devices shall be removed from public right-of-way when not in use.
4. Construction work hours shall be restricted to between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. unless approved otherwise.
5. Trenches shall be back filled or plated during non-construction work hours.
6. All sidewalks and pedestrian pathways shall be clear of debris and ADA accessible outside of construction work hours unless pedestrian detours are approved.
7. Pedestrian controls shall be provided as shown on the plans.
8. Temporary "NO PARKING" signs shall be posted 72 hours prior to commencing work.
9. Access to driveways will be maintained at all times unless other arrangements are made.
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10. The Contractor shall replace, within 72 hours, all traffic signal loops damaged during construction, unless the City states otherwise.
11. The Contractor shall make immediate temporary repairs to any street light/traffic signal conduit damaged during construction. Permanent repairs shall be made within five (5) working days.
12. All striping removed or damaged will be replaced by the Contractor with like material within 24 hours (or replaced with temporary tape, however the Contractor is responsible for the full replacement as noted above).
13. All flaggers shall be equipped with a hard hat, two-way radio, and "Stop/Slow" paddle. In addition, all flaggers shall be trained in the proper fundamentals of flagging traffic.
14. Any work that disturbs normal traffic signal operations shall be coordinated with the City of Vallejo's Traffic Supervisor, 72 hours prior to beginning construction (if work will be done on a Monday, notice shall be given by the end of business day the Thursday before) at (707) 648-4518.
15. The Contractor shall maintain all traffic control devices 24 hours per day and 7 days per week.
16. A minimum of 12-foot travel lanes shall be maintained, 14-foot travel lanes when Class II bike lanes are closed or when closing a lane on a signed Bike Route.
3.03 TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
A. Installation of all traffic control devices shall conform to Section 12 of the Caltrans Standard Specifications.
B. If any component in the traffic control system is displaced, or ceases to operate or function as specified, from any cause, during the progress of the work, the Contractor shall immediately repair said component to its original condition or replace said component and shall restore the component to its original location.
C. When lane closures are made for work periods only, at the end of each work period, all components of the traffic control system, except portable delineators placed along open trenches or excavation adjacent to the traveled way shall be removed from the traveled way and shoulder.
3.04 PARKING RESTRICTIONS
A. Attention is directed to Section 7 of the Caltrans Standard Specifications. Restriction of parking on the adjacent streets will be permitted only when authorized by the Engineer.
B. A minimum of 72 hours (3 days) posted notification of the road closure for locations with restricted parking is required as well as for all areas authorized for no parking. 72 hours prior notification is required to legally tow vehicles parked in construction zones.
C. Length of parking restriction shall be as approved by the Engineer.
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3.05 FLAGGING
A. The contractor must provide all flag persons necessary for the direction of public traffic either through or around the work, including but not limited to providing a flag person at all times during the unloading of concrete or asphalt trucks.
3.06 BARRICADES
A. Barricades of the flashing beacon variety shall be placed at each excavation site and left until the Engineer deems there is no longer a hazard.
3.07 TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR LANE CLOSURE AND DETOUR A. A traffic control system shall consist of closing traffic lanes and providing all traffic control including flag persons in accordance with the provisions of Section 12, "Construction Area Traffic Control Devices," of the Standard Specifications, and Caltrans Manual of Traffic Controls for Construction and Maintenance Work Zones, and these special provisions.
B. All streets shall have detour or a combination of lane closure and detour type traffic control per Caltrans Manual of Traffic Controls for Construction and Maintenance Work Zones, Typical Application 5-19, “Detour for One Travel Direction,” and Typical Application 5-20, “Detour for Closed Street,” unless specifically authorized in writing by the Engineer.
C. Contractor shall be responsible for all aspects of detouring traffic around the construction site during excavation and paving operations, including 72-hour (3 days) advance warning signs with date of detour noted.
D. Traffic control for edge, surface smoothing and conform grinding shall be lane closure only unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.
3.08 LANE CLOSURE AND DETOUR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS
A. A traffic control system shall consist of closing traffic lanes and setting up detours, signs and providing all traffic control including flag persons in accordance with the provisions of Section 12, "Construction Area Traffic Control Devices," of the Standard Specifications, and Caltrans’ Manual of Traffic Controls for Construction and Maintenance Work Zones, and these special provisions.
B. Contractor shall be responsible for all aspects of detouring traffic around the construction zones during cold milling and paving operations, including 72-hour advance warning signs with date of detour noted.
C. Detour plans shall be submitted for City review and approval prior to initiation of construction activities that would continuously obstruct traffic within a work day.
D. Lane closures or detours may be required as traffic control for cold milling and paving operations.
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3.09 ACCESS
A. Emergency vehicles shall be allowed unrestricted access into and through the working area at all times.
B. Personal vehicles of the Contractor’s employees shall not be parked on the traveled way or shoulder of roadways open to the public. At no times shall the Contractor’s employees park personal vehicles within privately owned or development properties.
C. Continuous uninterrupted access to garbage, mail and package delivery, and utility meter readers shall be maintained at all times during the course of construction.
3.10 CONSTRUCTION PERIOD ROADWAY LIGHTING
A. Roadway lighting shall be in place at all times to provide a minimum lighting level.
The minimum level of lighting required shall be minimum average 0.6 foot-candle.
The lighting system required to provide this level of illumination may be either existing street lights, permanent new lights, temporary lights or any combination thereof.
B. The contractor shall provide a plan, details, and calculations necessary to achieve the minimum required light level to the Engineer for approval prior to opening the street or portion of the street to public traffic. Included shall be any protection necessary for public safety.
C. If gas powered generators are to be used, they are to be placed as far as practical from any existing buildings, especially residences. The sound control requirement in Section B, General Provisions, 7-1.01I, Sound Control Requirements hall be adhered to.
D. The contractor is responsible to maintain the lighting system in working order and is to ensure that generators and other sources of power are operational for all periods the lighting is in effect.
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SELECTIVE ALTERATIONS AND DEMOLITION
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Cutting or modifying of existing and new work.
2. Partial demolition of structures.
3. In-place abandonment of pipe.
1.02 REFERENCES
A. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
1. A10.6 - Safety and Health Program Requirements for Demolition Operations.
B. International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI):
1. Guideline No. 310.2R - Selecting and Specifying Concrete Surface Preparation for Sealers, Coatings, Polymer Overlays, and Concrete Repair.
2. Guideline No. 310.3R - Guide for the Preparation of Concrete Surfaces for Repair Using Hydrodemolition Methods.
1.03 DEFINITIONS
A. Chipping hammer: A hand-operated electrical or pneumatic demolition device for removal of hardened concrete or masonry materials having a weight of less than 15 pounds and an impact frequency of greater than 2,000 blows/minute.
B. Concrete breaker: A hand-operated electrical or pneumatic demolition device for removal of hardened concrete or masonry materials having a weight greater or impact frequency less than the limits defined for a chipping hammer.
C. Coring equipment: Non-impact rotary drill with diamond cutting edges.
D. Heavy abrasive blast: Cleaning procedure by which various abrasives materials, or steel shot, are forcibly propelled by high pressure against a surface to remove loose material and produce a concrete surface roughened to ICRI Surface Profile CSP-7, or higher, as specified in ICRI 301.3R.
E. Salvage material: Materials removed from existing facilities and stored for City’s future reuse.
1.04 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The work includes partial demolition, cutting, and modifying of existing facilities, utilities, and/or structures.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01738 (BidSet) B. These facilities may be occupied and/or operational. Satisfactory completion of the work will require that the Contractor plan activities carefully to work around unavoidable obstacles and to maintain overall stability of structures and structural elements. It will further require restoration of existing facilities, utilities, and structures that are to remain in place and that are damaged by demolition or removal operations.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. General:
1. Submit specified in Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
B. Shop drawings: Include:
1. The location of all embedded items shall be documented using diagrams and/or other media that clearly show dimensions and locations of existing structural elements, existing embedded items and any new embedded items and their relationship to each other.
C. Submittals for information only:
1. Permits and notices authorizing demolition.
2. Certificates of severance of utility services.
3. Permit for transport and disposal of debris.
4. Selective Demolition Plan.
5. Pipe Abandonment Plan.
D. Quality assurance submittals:
1. Qualifications of non-destructive testing agency/agencies.
E. Project record documents.
F. Drawings and/or other media documenting locations of service lines and capped utilities.
1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Qualifications:
1. Assign relocation, removal, cutting, coring and patching to trades and workers qualified to perform the Work in manner that causes the least damage and that provides means of returning surfaces to an appearance at least equal to that of the surrounding areas unaffected by the Work.
2. Non-destructive testing agencies: Minimum of 5 years' experience performing non-destructive testing for location of steel reinforcement in existing concrete under conditions similar to that required for this Work.
1.07 SEQUENCING
A. Perform Work in sequences and within times specified in Section 01140 - Work Restrictions.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01738 (BidSet) B. If the facility or utility to be modified cannot be removed from service, perform the Work while the facility is in operation using procedures and equipment that do not jeopardize operation or materially reduce the efficiency of that facility.
C. Coordinate the Work with operation of the facility:
1. Do not begin alterations of designated portions of the Work until specific permission for activities in each area has been granted by City in writing.
2. Complete Work as quickly and with as little delay as possible.
D. Operational functions of the facility that are required to be performed to facilitate the Work will be performed by facility personnel only.
E. City will cooperate to assist in expediting the Work.
F. When necessary for the proper operation or maintenance of portions of the facility, reschedule operations so the Work will not conflict with required operations or maintenance.
1.08 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Dispose of debris in accordance with governing regulatory agencies.
B. Comply with applicable air pollution control regulations.
C. Obtain permits for building demolition, transportation of debris to disposal site and dust control.
1.09 PREPARATION
A. Non-destructive evaluation of existing concrete:
1. Prior to cutting, drilling, coring, and/or any other procedure that penetrates existing concrete, retain and pay for the services of a qualified non-destructive testing agency to perform investigations to determine the location of existing steel reinforcement, plumbing, conduit, and/or other embedments in the concrete.
2. Submit documentation of the investigations to the Engineer for review and approval as specified in Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures, before any work involving penetration of existing concrete is initiated.
B. Obtain permission from adjacent property owners when outriggers, swinging cranes, and other equipment may have to traverse or extend into adjacent property.
1.10 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Do not interfere with use of adjacent structures and elements of the facility not subject to the Work described in this Section. Maintain free and safe passage to and from such facilities.
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1. Do not close or obstruct roadways without permits.
2. Conduct operations with minimum interference to public or private roadways.
C. Prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of structures, adjacent services, sidewalks, driveways and trees:
1. Provide and place bracing or shoring.
2. Cease operations and notify Engineer immediately when safety of structures appears to be endangered. Take precautions to properly support structure. Do not resume operations until safety is restored.
3. Assume liability for movement, settlement, or collapse. Promptly repair damage.
D. Arrange and pay for capping and plugging utility services. Disconnect and stub off.
1. Notify affected utility company in advance and obtain approval before starting demolition.
2. Place markers to indicate location of disconnected services.
E. Unknown conditions:
1. The drawings may not represent all conditions at the site and adjoining areas.
Compare actual conditions with drawings before commencement of Work.
2. Existing utilities and drainage systems below grade are located from existing documents and from surface facilities such as manholes, valve boxes, area drains, and other surface fixtures.
3. If existing active services encountered are not indicated or otherwise made known to the Contractor and interfere with the permanent facilities under construction, notify the Engineer in writing, requesting instructions on their disposition. Take immediate steps to ensure that the service provided is not interrupted, and do not proceed with the Work until written instructions are received from the Engineer.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 RECYCLABLE MATERIALS
A. Refer to Section 01739 - Site Construction: Recyclable Materials.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Prior to beginning selective demolition operations, perform a thorough inspection of the facility and site.
1. Report to the Engineer defects, structural damage, and deterioration of existing construction to remain in place.
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pw://Carollo/Documents/CA/Vallejo/201631-100000/04 Design/04 Specs/Carollo/01738 (BidSet) B. Examine areas affected by the Work and verify the following conditions prior to commencing demolition:
1. Disconnection of utilities as required.
2. Verify that utilities serving occupied or active portions of surrounding facilities will not be disturbed, except as otherwise indicated.
C. If unsatisfactory conditions exist, notify the Engineer, and do not begin demolition operations until such conditions have been corrected.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Plan and organize Work to minimize inconvenience to adjacent buildings and to plant operations.
B. Selective Demolition Plan:
1. Prepare and submit a comprehensive selective demolition plan for the Work including the following elements, at a minimum:
a. Proposed sequence, methods, temporary support, and equipment for demolition, removal, and disposal of portions of structure(s). b. Provisions and procedures for salvage and delivery to City of salvaged items, if required.
2. Plan shall be signed and sealed by a Professional Structural Engineer registered in the state of California.
3. Submit plan a minimum 4 weeks before demolition is scheduled to begin.
C. Pipe Abandonment Plan:
1. Prepare and submit a comprehensive Pipe Abandonment Plan for the Work. a. Include provisions to demonstrate and verify with camera inspection that all solids have been removed and that pipe is free of residuals.
2. At a minimum, define the following elements:
a. Proposed sequence, methods, cleaning procedures, or demolition, removal, and disposal of contents of the piping.
b. Method of verification of final pipe condition.
c. Detailed drawings showing treatment of pipe ends.
3. Submit plan a minimum 4 weeks before abandonment is scheduled to begin.
D. Protection:
1. Erect weatherproof closures to protect the interior of facilities and elements or equipment that are not designed for exposure to the weather.
2. Provide temporary heat, cooling, and humidity control as necessary to prevent damage to existing and new equipment and construction.
3. Maintain existing exiting paths and/or provide new paths in compliance with Building Code requirements.
4. Erect and maintain dustproof partitions as required to prevent spread of dust, to other parts of building. Maintain negative pressure in the area where the Work is being performed to prevent the accidental spread of dust and to minimize the spread of fumes related to the Work.
5. Upon completion of Work, remove weatherproof closures and dustproof partitions.
6. Repair damaged surfaces to match adjacent surfaces.
7. Provide and maintain protective devices to prevent injury from falling objects.
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8. Locate guardrails in stairwells and around open shafts to protect workers. Post clearly visible warning signs.
9. Protect the following from damage or displacement during Work. a. Benchmarks and survey points.
b. Existing construction that will remain in place.
c. Trees and landscaping designated to remain in place.
10. Carefully remove designated materials and equipment to be salvaged by City or reinstalled.
11. Store and protect materials and equipment to be reinstalled.
E. Layout:
1. The limits of selective demolition are indicated on the Drawings. Confine demolition operations within the limits indicated on the Drawings.
2. Lay out demolition and removal work at the site and coordinate with related Work for which demolition and removal is required.
3. Clearly mark the extent of structural elements to be removed on the actual surfaces that will be removed.
4. Arrange for Engineer's inspection of the lay out extents.
5. Do not begin demolition/removal operations until the lay out markings have been reviewed by the Engineer.
3.03 DEMOLITION
A. General:
1. Perform demolition work in accordance with ANSI A10.6.
2. Demolish designated portions of structures and appurtenances in orderly and careful manner in accordance with the Selective Demolition Plan.
3. Conduct demolition and removal work in a manner that will minimize dust and flying particles.
a. Use water or dust palliative when necessary to prevent airborne dust. b. Provide and maintain hoses and connections to water main or hydrant.
4. Remove materials carefully, to the extent indicated and as required. a. Provide neat and orderly junctions between existing and new materials. b. Use methods that terminate surfaces in straight lines at natural points of division.
5. Do not remove anything beyond the limits of Work indicated without prior written authorization from the Engineer.
a. If in doubt about whether to remove an item, obtain written authorization from the Engineer prior to proceeding.
6. Perform work so as to provide the least interference and most protection to existing facilities to remain.
7. Demolished materials:
a. Assume possession of materials unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings or specified.
b. Remove demolished materials from site at least weekly and dispose of them in accordance with Laws and Regulations.
c. Do not burn or bury materials on site.
B. Demolition of concrete and masonry:
1. Demolish concrete and masonry in small sections.
a. Perform demolition with small tools as much as possible.
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2. Sawcut concrete to establish the edges of demolition, wherever possible. a. Do not use a concrete breaker within 6 inches of reinforcing or structural metals that are designated to remain in place.
b. At edges that are not sawcut, remove the final 6 inches of material with a chipping hammer as defined herein. At surfaces where material is removed with a chipping hammer, follow with a heavy abrasive blast to remove all loose material and microcracking.
c. Alternate techniques to remove concrete may be used if acceptable to the Engineer; however, techniques other than those deemed by ICRI Guideline No. 310.2R to provide a low risk of introducing microcracking will require a subsequent procedure to remove loose material and microcracked.
d. Provide final surface preparation for repairs as specified.
3. At locations indicated on the Drawings where the existing reinforcing is to be preserved, remove concrete using methods that do not damage the reinforcing. Use one of the following techniques:
a. Hydrodemolition techniques as outlined in ICRI Guideline No. 310.3R. b. Chipping hammer, as defined herein, followed by heavy abrasive blast to remove all loose material and microcracking at remaining surfaces impacted by the chipping hammer.
c. Alternate methods may be used, only when accepted in advance by the Engineer.
d. For all methods, provide a small completed area for Engineer's review and acceptance. If the proposed method, in the opinion of the Engineer, damages the reinforcing, revise the removal method to remove the concrete with a less aggressive technique to protect the reinforcing.
C. Sizing of openings in existing concrete or masonry:
1. Make openings large enough to permit final alignment of pipe and fittings without deflections, but without oversizing.
2. Allow adequate space for packing around pipes and conduit to ensure watertightness.
3. If the Engineer deems the opening to be insufficient in size to accomplish these criteria, remove additional material using the procedures outlined in this Section.
D. Cutting openings in existing concrete or masonry:
1. Do not allow saw cuts to extend beyond limits of openings.
2. Create openings by the following method or other means acceptable to the Engineer that prevents over-cutting of member at corners:
a. Core-drill through slab or wall at corners, being careful not to damage materials beyond the area to be removed.
b. Saw cut completely through the member, between the core holes at the corners.
c. As an alternate to sawcutting through the member, score the edges of the opening with a saw to a 1-inch depth.
1) Provide score on both surfaces (when accessible).
2) Remove concrete or masonry to within 6 inches of material to remain with a concrete breaker.
3) Remove the remaining material with a chipping hammer.
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2. Prevent debris from falling into adjacent tanks or channels in service or from damaging existing equipment and other facilities.
E. In-place Abandonment of Pipe:
1. Abandoned pipe in-place as indicated on the Drawings.
2. Clean buried or exposed solids service piping to a condition free of residual. a. Solids service piping includes: raw wastewater (RAW WW), primary sludge or scum (PS), mixed liquor (ML), return activated sludge (RAS), waste active sludge (WAS), surface waste activated sludge (SWAS), thickened waste activated sludge (TWAS), digested sludge (DS), centrate, or other similar solids service subject to biological degradation, etc.
3. Provide closure of abandoned pipe cut ends as indicated on the Drawings using one of the following methods:
a. Fill abandoned pipe as specified in Section 02312 - Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM).
b. Cap or plug pipe following filling with CLSM.
F. Buried structures:
1. Pump out buried tanks.
2. Remove tanks and service piping from site.
3. Demolish tanks and foundations to below-grade elevation as indicated on the Drawings and as specified.
G. Immediately upon discovery, remove and dispose of contaminated, vermin-infested, or dangerous materials using safe means that will not endanger health of workers and public.
H. Remove trees and shrubs within marked areas, and clear undergrowth and dead plant material as specified in Section 02300 - Earthwork.
I. Backfill open pits and holes caused by demolition as specified in Section 02300 - Earthwork.
J. Rough grade areas affected by demolition.
K. Remove demolished materials, tools, and equipment upon completion of demolition.
3.04 RESTORATION
A. General:
1. Repair damage caused by demolition to conditions equal to those that existed prior to beginning of demolition.
a. Patch and replace portions of existing finished surfaces that are damaged, lifted, and discolored. Refinish patched portion surfaces in a manner which produces uniform color and texture to entire surface, and that matches color and texture of adjacent surfaces.
b. When existing finish cannot be matched, refinish entire surface to nearest change of plane where angle of change exceeds 45 degrees.
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2. The cost of repairs shall be at the Contractor’s expense at no increase in the Contract Price.
3. When new construction abuts or finishes flush with existing construction, make smooth transitions. Match finish of existing construction.
4. Where partitions are removed, patch floors, walls, and ceilings with finish materials that match existing materials.
5. Where removal of partitions results in adjacent spaces becoming one, rework floors, walls, and ceilings to provide smooth planes without breaks, steps, or bulkheads.
a. Where change of plane between adjacent surfaces exceeds 2 inches, request and obtain instructions for making transition from Engineer. 1) Refinish door surfaces and edges as necessary.
6. Trim existing doors as necessary to clear new floors.
7. Match patched construction with adjacent construction in texture and appearance so that patch or transition is invisible at 5-foot distance.
8. When finished surfaces are cut so that smooth transition is impossible, terminate existing surface in neat manner along straight line at natural line of division and provide appropriate trim.
B. Restore existing concrete reinforcement as follows:
1. Where existing reinforcement is to be incorporated into the new Work, protect, clean, and extend into new concrete.
2. Where existing reinforcement is not to be retained, cut off as follows:
a. Where new concrete joins existing concrete at the removal line, cut reinforcement flush with concrete surface at the removal line. b. Where concrete surface at the removal line will become the finished surface, cut reinforcement 2 inches below the surface, paint ends with epoxy, and patch holes with dry pack mortar.
C. Restore areas affected by removal of existing equipment, equipment pads and bases, piping, supports, electrical panels, electric devices, conduits, and fasteners so little or no evidence of the previous installation remains:
1. After removal of piping, conduit, fasteners, and other construction, fill areas in existing concrete and masonry floors, walls, and ceilings with non-shrink grout and finish smooth.
2. Remove concrete bases for equipment and supports by:
a. Saw cutting clean, straight lines with a depth equal to the concrete cover over reinforcement minus 1/2 inch below finished surface. 1) Do not cut existing reinforcement in slab.
b. Chip concrete within scored lines.
c. Cut exposed reinforcing steel and anchor bolts that will project above the repaired surface.
d. Patch with non-shrink grout to match adjacent grade and finish.
3. Terminate abandoned piping and conduits with blind flanges, caps, or plugs.
4. Where existing fasteners are not to be retained, cut off as follows:
a. Where new concrete joins existing concrete at the removal line, cut fasteners flush with concrete surface at the removal line. b. Where concrete surface at the removal line will become the finished surface, cut fasteners 1 inch below the surface, paint ends with epoxy, and patch holes with epoxy grout.
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3.05 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Do not proceed with demolition without Engineer's inspection of lay out.
B. Do not deviate from the submitted demolition plan without notifying the Engineer prior to Work.
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Site Construction: Recyclable Materials
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SITE CONSTRUCTION: RECYCLABLE MATERIALS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Procedures for preparing a Waste Management Plan (WMP).
1.02 REFERENCED SECTION
A. The following section is referenced in this section:
1. Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Comply with Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.
B. Submit: Proposed WMP.
1.04 SUMMARY
A. The City of Vallejo is making an effort to recycle or to salvage the materials for this project. A WMP is required for this project. Materials such as steel, asphalt concrete, and Portland cement concrete can be recycled.
B. The Contractor is required to list in the WMP the materials that will be recycled, or disposed, resulting from the project. The Contractor is required to recycle a minimum of 50 percent of construction and demolition debris generated by this project. Hazardous materials shall be discounted in the calculation of recycle requirement.
C. The Waste Management Plan (WMP) shall indicate:
1. The total weight of project debris, by materials type, generated.
2. The maximum volume or weight of such materials that can feasibly be diverted via recycling.
3. The vendor or facility that the Contractor proposes to use to collect or receive that material.
4. The weight of demolition materials that will be land filled.
5. Project square footage.
D. If the Contractor experiences unique circumstances that they believe make it infeasible to comply with the City’s diversion requirement, the Contractor may apply for an exemption at the time they submit the WMP.
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
A. To fulfill the requirement of the WMP, the Contractor is required to separate the demolition debris by sorting on-site into distinct containers or stockpile for each type of material proposed to be recycled, as well as a separate container for refuse.
B. After segregation and prior to transport, Engineer shall inspect containers or stockpile for each type of material to be recycled.
C. Contractor shall assume ownership of the demolished materials at the commencement of the project.
D. Contractor shall fill out and submit Waste Management Plan sheet and table to Engineer upon completion of transport of demolition materials to recycling facility.
Contractor shall ensure that facilities provide them with recycling and/or disposal receipts to compile and submit to City as supporting documentation for WMP.
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CITY OF VALLEJO WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The required goal is to reuse or recycle at least 50% for construction & demolition debris.
Use tons or cubic yards to quantify total estimated waste and percentages for materials. Ask your hauler, recycler or site cleanup vendor to assist you with this plan. Receipts of all recycling and disposal must be submitted after project completion.
Project Name: Skyview Reservoir Replacement Project (W-7099) Location: City of Vallejo, Solano County, California
Type of Project: □ New Construction □ Demolition □ Renovation Type of Construction (concrete, steel, etc.):
Value of Project:
Bidder:
Company Name:
Address:
Phone/FAX:
Questions regarding recycling: Call Derek Crutchfield, Recycling Coordinator at (707) 648-5346.
Submit this form and the attached Waste Management plan to the Assistant Public Works Director/Water prior to invoice.
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CITY OF VALLEJO WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR CONSTRUCTION &
DEMOLITION PROJECT
Project Name: Skyview Reservoir Replacement Project (W-7099) Materials
Total
Percentage
of Materials
Percentage
Recycled
Materials
Percentage
Disposed
Materials
Collection
Hauler/Facility
Actual Waste
Amount/Comments
(attach receipts)
Asphalt/Concrete
Dirt
Brick/Masonry
Wood
Metals
Other (painted
wood, drywall)
TOTAL
This column
should total
100%
This column
should total at
least 50%
If the Contractor were unable to meet recycling goals, please provide an explanation:
Other comments:
I CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE & CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
Prepared by: Date:
Signature:
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COMMISSIONING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1 GENERAL.................................................................................................................2
1.01 SUMMARY ...................................................................................................................2
1.02 DEFINITIONS...............................................................................................................2
1.03 SUBMITTALS...............................................................................................................4
1.04 COMMISSIONING COORDINATOR (CC)...................................................................5
1.05 MANUFACTURER’S REPRESENTATIVES ................................................................5
1.06 PLANNING PHASE......................................................................................................6
1.07 TESTING AND TRAINING PHASE..............................................................................8
1.08 START-UP PHASE ....................................................................................................16 PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED) ......................................................................................16 PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED) .....................................................................................16
ATTACHMENT A - COMMISSIONING FLOWCHARTS
ATTACHMENT B - MANUFACTURER’S CERTIFICATE OF SOURCE TESTING ATTACHMENT C - MANUFACTURER’S CERTIFICATE OF INSTALLATION VERIFICATION ATTACHMENT D - MANUFACTURER’S CERTIFICATE OF FUNCTIONAL COMPLIANCE
ATTACHMENT E - TRAINING EVALUATION FORM
ATTACHMENT F - COMMISSIONING ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MATRIX
ATTACHMENT G - FUNCTIONAL TESTING REQUIREMENTS
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1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section includes: Commissioning.
1.02 DEFINITIONS
A. Commissioning: The process of planning for, testing of, and start-up of systems, subsystems, equipment, components, and devices of the Work to demonstrate, through documented verification, that the Work has successfully met the Contract Documents. It includes training the City’s staff on operation and maintenance of the installed Work.
B. Commissioning Phases: The activities of commissioning are grouped into the phases defined in the following table.
1. Table 1 - Commissioning Phases.
TABLE 1 - COMMISSIONING PHASES
Planning Phase Testing and Training Phase Start-Up Phase Draft Test Plans Source Testing
• Documentation
Start-Up
• Documentation
• City Training
Installation Verification
• Documentation
• City Training
Functional Testing
• Documentation
• City Training
2. Attachment A provides Commissioning Flowcharts.
C. Component: A part of a system that does not have an electrical connection or internal electronics. Examples: Piping and pressure gauges.
D. Device: A part of a system that has electrical connections or internal electronics.
Examples: level transmitter or pressure transmitter.
E. Electrical Energization Plan: A plan to manage how and when power is applied to electrical equipment.
F. Equipment: A factory or field assembled apparatus that performs an identifiable function. Examples: pumps, motors, VFDs, MCCs.
G. Functional Testing: Testing performed on a completed subsystem or system to demonstrate that the system meets the specified requirements. Example systems:
backwash system, dewatering system.
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I. Manufacturer’s Certificate of Functional Compliance: The form completed by the manufacturer to confirm that testing of the installed equipment or system has been performed and the results conform to the specified performance. The form is provided in Attachment D provided at the end of this Section.
J. Manufacturer’s Certificate of Installation Verification: The form completed by the manufacturer to confirm that the equipment or system is installed in conformance with the Contract. The form is provided in Attachment C at the end of this Section.
K. Manufacturer’s Certificate of Source Testing: The form completed by the manufacturer to confirm that the specified source tests have been performed and the results conform to the specified requirements. The form is provided in Attachment B at the end of this Section.
L. City Training: The City’s staff is trained by the Contractor, with assistance from manufacturer, to operate and maintain the completed Work. This is sometimes referred to as Vendor Specific Training.
M. Process Stream: A series of liquid or solids flow processes that are designed to improve the water quality to meet regulatory permit requirements.
N. Source Testing: Test equipment or products for performance at point of manufacture or assembly for the requirements specified in the Contract Documents.
Also referred to as factory testing and factory acceptance testing (FAT).
O. Start-Up Phase: The phase when Start-Up occurs.
P. Start-Up: Operating the Work with process water to verify the Work meets the Contract Documents.
Q. Subsystem: A grouping of equipment, components, and devices that is a part of a larger system and that perform a single definable function. Examples: sand filters, filter backwash.
R. System: A grouping of equipment, components, and devices that perform a single definable function. If a system is a part of a larger system, it is referred to as a subsystem Examples: Flocculation and sedimentation, filtration.
S. System Testing: Testing of a completed system for an extended time period.
Examples: Headworks, filtration.
T. Water Management Plan: A plan to manage the test water used for commissioning from source to disposal. The test water may be clean water, potable water, nonpotable water, or process water (e.g., raw water, plant water, sludge). The plan demonstrates how water will be produced, conveyed, treated, disposed of as directed by the plant manager, and/or recycled.
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1.03 SUBMITTALS
A. Project commissioning:
1. Commissioning Coordinator’s qualifications.
a. Submit to Engineer no later than 30 days after Notice to Proceed. b. Describe previous similar experience on similar projects with a list of references including phone numbers.
c. Provide names and qualifications of commissioning assistants, if applicable.
2. Schedules:
a. Commissioning Schedule containing all commissioning activities. b. City Training Schedule.
3. Test Plans:
a. Submit draft Test Plan outlined in the Planning Phase, unless specified otherwise.
1) Engineer approval of draft Test Plans required for successful completion of Planning Phase.
b. Submit final Test Plan a maximum of 60 calendar days prior to testing. c. Engineer approval of final Test Plan required prior to start of testing.
4. Test Reports:
a. Submit draft Test Reports outline in the Planning Phase, unless specified otherwise.
1) Engineer approval of draft Test Reports outline required for successful completion of Planning Phase.
b. Submit final Test Report a maximum of 30 calendar days after testing.
B. Technical Sections commissioning:
1. Manufacturer’s representative’s qualifications.
a. Submit to Engineer no later than 30 days in advance of required services. b. Representative's name, phone, and e-mail address:
1) May use 2 representatives: 1 for field testing and 1 for City Training. 2) Provide resume stating instructor’s technical expertise and instructional technology skills and experience.
2. Test Plans:
a. Submit draft Test Plan outlined in the Planning Phase, unless specified otherwise.
1) Engineer approval of draft Test Plans required for successful completion of Planning Phase.
b. Submit final Test Plan a maximum of 60 calendar days prior to testing. c. Engineer approval of final Test Plan required prior to start of testing.
3. Test Reports:
a. Submit draft Test Reports outline in the Planning Phase, unless specified otherwise.
1) Engineer approval of draft Test Reports outline required for successful completion of Planning Phase.
b. Submit final Test Report a maximum of 30 calendar days after testing.
4. Manufacturer's representatives field notes and data.
5. City Training:
a. Prior to the training session:
1) Training instructor qualifications.
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a) If City requires, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), submit training materials to state regulatory agency in sufficient time to obtain approval for training prior to the training.
b) Drafts of training agenda, lesson plan, presentation, handouts, and list of audio-visual aids.
c) Format: 1 electronic copy in format specified by City and 3 hard copies organized in notebooks.
b. Post training session:
1) Training course materials: Due 14 calendar days after class completion.
a) Recordings.
b) Class attendance sheet.
c) Final version of training agenda, final lesson plan, presentation, handouts, and audio-visual aids.
d) Format: 1 electronic copy in format specified by City and 3 hard copies organized in notebooks.
2) Provide materials for all sessions of the class in a single transmittal. 3) If the City requires training CEUs, issue training CEU certificates approved by the state regulatory agency to City’s staff who successfully completed the training.
1.04 COMMISSIONING COORDINATOR (CC)
A. Responsibilities include the following:
1. Become thoroughly familiar with Contract commissioning requirements.
2. Provide the primary interface with Engineer for Commissioning efforts.
3. Lead Commissioning efforts - all phases and tasks.
4. Coordinate training efforts.
5. Meetings:
a. CC is responsible for setting commissioning coordination meeting dates and times, as well as preparing the agendas and meeting minutes. b. CC shall conduct commissioning progress meetings throughout construction, to plan, scope, coordinate, and schedule future activities, resolve problems, etc.
c. Frequency: Monthly minimum. Increase frequency as needed based on complexity and quantity of commissioning activities.
1.05 MANUFACTURER’S REPRESENTATIVES
A. Qualifications: as specified below and in the Technical Sections:
1. For Installation and Functional Testing:
a. Factory trained and experienced in the technical applications, installation, operation, and maintenance of respective equipment/system with full authority by the equipment/system manufacturer to issue the certifications required of the manufacturer.
2. Training instructor qualifications:
a. Provide resume stating instructor’s technical preparation and instructional technology skills and experience.
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c. Knowledgeable in the equipment/system for which they are training. d. Experienced in conducting classes.
e. Sales representatives are not qualified instructors unless they possess the detailed operating and maintenance knowledge required for proper class instruction.
3. Representatives to be approved by City and Engineer.
4. No substitute representatives without written approval by City and Engineer.
B. Duties:
1. Determine if additional time and/or trips (beyond those specified in the Technical Sections) is required to perform the specified services.
2. Coordinate services in accordance with the Contractor’s project schedule up to and including making multiple trips to project site when there are separate milestones associated with installation of each occurrence of manufacturer’s equipment.
3. Perform on-site services as specified in the Technical Sections:
4. Provide daily copies of manufacturer's representatives field notes and data to Contractor.
1.06 PLANNING PHASE
A. Overview of Planning Phase:
1. Define approach and timing for commissioning.
2. Obtain Engineer approval of draft Test Plans.
B. Test Plans.
1. Define approach and timing for:
a. Testing and Training Phases.
1) Major systems, with separate plans for each system.
b. Start-Up Phase.
2. Source Test (Factory Acceptance Test) and Functional Test Plans:
a. As specified in this Section and other Technical Sections. b. Based on approved shop drawings.
c. Prepared by Contractor.
d. Include the following items for each test:
1) Purpose of the test.
2) Identification of each item of equipment/system to be tested, including system designation, location, tag number, control loop identifier, etc.
3) Description of the pass/fail criteria that will be used. 4) Listing of pertinent reference documents (Contract and industry standards or sections applicable to the testing).
a) Credentials of test personnel.
5) Test equipment:
a) Include Product Data for the test equipment.
b) Appropriate calibration records.
(1) Drawings or photographs of test stands and/or test
apparatus.
6) Duration: Determine test durations with City’s input.
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a) The level of detail shall be sufficient for the witness to follow the steps.
e. Define for Functional Testing:
1) Required temporary systems (pumps, piping, etc.).
2) Shutdown requirements for existing systems.
f. Furnish labor, power, tools, equipment, instruments, and services required for and incidental to testing activities.
3. Test forms minimum requirements:
a. Name of product to be tested.
b. Test date.
c. Names of persons conducting the test.
d. Names of persons witnessing the test, where applicable. e. Test data.
f. Applicable project requirements as specified in the Technical Sections. g. Check offs for each completed test or test step.
h. Place for signature of person conducting tests and for the witnessing person, as applicable.
4. City responsibilities:
a. Schedule City’s staff within the constraints of their workloads. 1) Those who will participate in this test have existing full-time work assignments, and testing is an additional assigned work task, therefore, scheduling is imperative.
2) City staff work schedules regularly shift, as drinking water facilities are typically operated on an around-the-clock basis.
3) Maximum hours per week: 4.
4) Days available: Monday to Thursday.
5) Scheduling coordination:
6) CC is responsible for the following:
a) Coordinate schedule with the City’s personnel and
manufacturer's representatives (instructors).
C. Test Reports:
1. Minimum requirements:
a. Title.
b. Abstract.
c. Equipment.
d. Procedures.
e. Results.
1) Complete disclosure of the calculation methodologies. f. Conclusions.
g. Signature by an authorized party.
h. Appendices.
1) Completed test forms signed by witnesses.
2. Water Management Plan:
a. Requirements:
1) Demonstrate how water will be produced, conveyed, treated, recycled, and or disposed until testing verifies specified requirements.
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3. Commissioning Schedule:
a. Content:
1) Comply with Attachment G - Functional Testing Requirements and provide activities organized by system and subsystem.
2) Include:
a) Source testing when required.
b) Functional testing.
c) City Training.
3) Comply with Attachment F - Commissioning Roles and
Responsibilities Matrix.
b. Procedures:
1) Submit commissioning schedule as specified in Section 01321 - Schedules and Reports.
1.07 TESTING AND TRAINING PHASE
A. Overview of Testing and Training Phase:
1. General:
a. Contractor tests the Work to verify it meets the Contract requirements. b. Contractor trains the City to operate and maintain the Work.
2. Contractor responsibilities:
a. Furnish labor, power, chemicals, tools, equipment, instruments, and services required for and incidental to completing commissioning activities in accordance with the approved Commissioning Plans.
3. City responsibilities:
a. Furnish labor, power, chemicals, and services required for and incidental to completing commissioning activities in accordance with the approved Commissioning Plans.
b. City provided services, equipment, and/or materials to be as specified in Section 01110 - Summary of Work.
B. Source Testing:
1. As specified in the Technical Section.
2. Source Test Plan:
a. Engineer approval of Source Test Plan required prior to testing.
3. Witnessed in person:
a. As specified in the Technical Section.
b. Contractor is responsible for trip costs associated with City’s and Engineer’s representatives.
1) Transportation:
a) Commercial airline costs to and from Oakland International Airport, Sacramento International Airport, or San Francisco International Airport including related fees.
b) Rental car to and from arrival airport, hotel, and test site including related fees.
2) Hotel/Meals:
a) Hotel with an American Automobile Association 3 Diamond rating or higher equivalent for single occupancy room per person per day.
b) Meal allowance based on state government per diem guidelines per test site location.
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4. Virtual witness testing:
a. As specified in the Technical Sections.
b. Contractor is responsible for costs associated with virtual witness. c. Provide the following:
1) An agenda detailing start time of each major phase in the procedure defined in the approved Test Plan.
2) A dedicated operator (separate from the test technician) to operate the camera, provide commentary throughout test, and inspect devices at the request of the attendees.
d. Online meeting platform: Microsoft Teams.
e. Share video through a high-definition camera.
f. Establish methods to communicate, convey, and record information clearly even in environments with loud background noise. 1) Electronic feed for screen sharing of the control panel, HMI, or other screens used throughout testing.
2) Provide recording of virtual sharing within 1 day after testing. g. Test run of virtual sharing a minimum of 1 week prior to the test:
1) Use current record documents in PDF format.
2) Provide recording of virtual sharing within 1 day after the test run. 3) Engineer approval of test run virtual sharing is required before source testing.
5. If the Source Test is not ready on the scheduled date or if the Source Test fails:
a. Contractor is responsible for associated costs:
1) First test costs that are non-refundable, if applicable. 2) Repeat test costs:
a) Trip costs, if applicable.
3) Virtual witness costs, if applicable.
6. Source testing is complete after successful testing, submittal of test report, and Manufacturer’s Certificate of Source Testing.
7. Engineer approval of Source Testing Report is required.
C. Installation Verification:
1. Overview:
a. Verifying the installation of equipment to be in accordance with Manufacturer’s Instructions.
2. Prerequisite:
a. Engineer approval of Source Testing Report.
3. Perform checks:
a. Structural anchorage check.
b. Electrical energization check.
1) As specified in the flowchart shown in Attachment A. c. Health and safety check.
4. Submit Manufacturer’s Certificate of Installation Verification.
5. Engineer approval of Manufacturer’s Certificate of Installation Verification is required.
D. Functional Testing:
1. Overview:
a. Testing the function of a system or subsystem.
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2. Prerequisites:
a. Engineer approval of Manufacturer’s Certificate of Installation Verification. b. Engineer approval of Functional Test Plan required prior to testing. c. Draft Operations and Maintenance Manual as specified in Section 01782 - Operations and Maintenance Manual.
d. Completed pipe, valve, and gate labeling of system or subsystem. 1) As specified in Section 02003 - Pipe Identification prior to the start of Functional Testing.
3. Witnessed.
4. Discipline checks:
a. Verify support systems function properly, such as seal water, pipes, valves, etc.
b. As specified in the individual Technical Sections.
5. Consecutive Day Test:
a. Operate the Work as specified in Attachment G - Functional Testing Requirements and as specified in the individual Technical Sections. 1) Successful completion of subsystem testing required prior to system testing.
b. Failure response time:
1) Be equipped and ready to provide emergency repairs, adjustments, and corrections to comply with the "Significant Interruption Duration” requirements as specified in Attachment G - Functional Testing Requirements.
c. Duration:
1) As specified in Attachment G - Functional Testing Requirements. 2) Restart the consecutive day test when the system performance failures exceed the "Significant Interruption Duration" time period specified in Attachment G - Functional Testing Requirements. a) Individual equipment/system failures that are corrected within the "Significant Interruption Duration" time specified in Attachment G - Functional Testing Requirements shall not require the consecutive day test to be restarted unless the failure recurs.
b) Engineer has the authority to reject the consecutive day test if individual equipment/system failures are repetitive.
6. Instrumentation and controls tests.
a. Loop Validation Tests.
b. Complete End-to-End Testing (CEET):
1) Signal are tested from the field device through the PLC program, the network, and all the way to the operator’s HMI graphic screens.
7. Restore to condition prior to testing.
8. Submit Manufacturer’s Certificate of Functional Compliance.
9. Engineer approval of Manufacturer’s Certificate of Functional Compliance is required.
E. Documentation:
1. Provide records generated during Commissioning Phase of Project including but not limited to:
a. Training documentation.
b. Manufacturer’s Certificate of Source Testing.
c. Manufacturer’s Certificate of Installation Verification.
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f. Test forms and documentation.
g. Functional Testing results.
h. Logs of time spent by manufacturer's representatives performing services on the job site.
i. Equipment lubrication records.
j. Electrical phase, voltage, and amperage measurements. k. Insulation resistance measurements.
l. Bearing temperature measurements.
m. Data sheets of control loop testing including testing and calibration of instrumentation devices and setpoints.
n. Provide: 1 electronic copy in format specified by City and 3 hard copies organized in notebooks.
o. Store the data within 24 hours of the test or document creation in the project file management system.
p. Due date: Prior to Completion.
2. Engineer approval of documentation is required.
F. City Training:
1. Train City’s staff on the operation and maintenance of the equipment/system. a. Provide City staff with state regulatory agency approved training CEUs.
2. Train on each topic of the approved Operation and Maintenance Manual. a. Include classroom instruction and field demonstration with all necessary tools and test equipment.
3. Training tailored to the skills and job classifications of the staff attending the classes (e.g., plant superintendent, operator, maintenance technician, electrician, etc.).
4. Training outcomes:
a. City’s staff can safely operate, maintain, and repair the equipment/systems provided as recommended by the manufacturer.
5. Training plan:
a. CC shall meet with Engineer and City’s designated training coordinator to develop list of personnel to be trained and to establish expected training outcomes and objectives at least 60 calendar days prior to commissioning of equipment/system.
b. Coordinate and arrange for manufacturer’s representatives to provide both classroom-based learning and field (hands-on) training, based on training module content and stated learning objectives. c. Conduct classroom training at location designated by City. d. Scope and sequence:
1) Plan and schedule training in the correct sequence to provide prerequisite knowledge and skills to trainees.
a) Describe recommended procedures to check/test
equipment/system following a corrective maintenance repair. 2) If multiple classes are needed to meet the training objectives, they shall be included in the training plan.
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6. City Training Schedule:
a. Schedule City’s staff training within the constraints of their workloads. 1) Those who will participate in this training have existing full-time work assignments, and training is an additional assigned work task, therefore, scheduling is imperative.
2) City staff work schedules regularly shift, as treatment facilities are typically operated on an around-the-clock basis.
3) Maximum training hours per week: 16.
4) Days available for training:
a) Monday to Thursday.
b. Training scheduling coordination:
1) CC is responsible for the following:
a) Coordinate schedule for training periods with the City’s personnel and manufacturer's representatives (instructors). 2) Complete City Training no sooner than 15 calendar days prior to Functional Testing of each system.
c. Class logistics:
1) Delivery time minimum: 2 hours.
2) Delivery time maximum: 4 hours.
3) Class agenda:
a) Refreshment break: One 10-minute break.
b) Meal break: One 45-minute break, unless otherwise specified. c) Schedule refreshment breaks and meal breaks to meet the class needs and City work rules.
4) Schedule specific sessions:
a) Minimum of 30 days in advance to allow City staffing arrangements to take place.
b) At the times requested by the City, within the period 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
(1) Times scheduled will be at City’s discretion.
c) City approval and confirmation required for session schedules. d) Provide minimum of 2 sessions for each class unless otherwise noted.
(1) The purpose of having multiple sessions on each class is to accommodate the attendance of as many City personnel
working different shifts as possible.
e) A maximum of 1 session per day for each class.
d. Number of students:
1) Estimated class size maximum: 5 staff.
2) Engineer will confirm the headcount 1 week prior to the class, so that the instructor can provide the correct number of training aids for students.
7. Submittals:
a. Submit Training Plan Schedule 60 calendar days before the first scheduled training session, including but not limited to lesson plans, participant materials, instructor’s resumes, and training delivery schedules.
b. Submit training documentation including the following:
1) Training plan:
a) Training modules.
b) Scope and sequence statement.
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d) Instructor qualifications.
2) Training program schedule:
a) Format: Bar chart:
(1) Include in the Project Progress Schedule.
b) Contents:
(1) Training modules and classes.
8. Lesson plans:
a. Divide training into discrete modules appropriate for the equipment and trades.
b. State performance-based learning objectives in terms of what the trainees will be able to do at the end of the lesson.
c. Define student conditions of performance and criteria for evaluating instructional success.
d. Minimum requirements:
1) Hands-on demonstrations planned for the instructions. 2) Cross-reference training aids.
3) Planned training strategies such as whiteboard work, instructor questions, and discussion points or other planned classroom or field strategies.
4) Attach handouts cross-referenced by section or topic in the lesson plan.
5) Indicate duration of outlined training segments.
e. Provide instruction lesson plans for each trade:
1) Detailed component description:
a) Identify each component function and describe in detail. b) Identify equipment’s mechanical, electrical, and electronic components and features.
c) Where applicable, group relative components into subsystems. d) Identify and describe in detail equipment safety features, permissive and controls interlocks.
2) Equipment operation:
a) Describe equipment’s operating (process) function and system theory.
b) Describe equipment’s fundamental operating principles and dynamics.
c) Identify support equipment associated with the operation of subject equipment.
d) Detail the relationship of each piece of equipment or component to the subsystems, systems, and process.
e) Cite hazards associated with the operations, exposure to chemicals associated with the component, or the waste stream handled by the component.
f) Specify appropriate safety precautions, equipment, and procedures to eliminate, reduce, or overcome hazards.
3) Define Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspection procedures required on equipment in operation, spot potential trouble symptoms
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a) Review preventive maintenance frequency and task analysis table.
4) Define equipment Corrective Maintenance (CM) troubleshooting:
a) Describe recommended equipment preparation requirements as they relate to specific craft problems.
b) Identify and describe the use of any special tools required for maintenance of the equipment as they relate to specific craft problems.
c) Provide component specific troubleshooting checklists as they relate to specific craft problems.
d) Describe component removal/installation and
disassembly/assembly procedures for specific craft repairs. e) Perform at least 2 hands-on demonstrations of common corrective maintenance repairs.
5) Describe recommended measuring instruments and procedures, and provide instruction on interpreting alignment measurements, as appropriate.
9. Training instruction format:
a. The training for operations and maintenance personnel shall be provided as 1 entity.
b. Instructors shall apply adult education best practices, emphasizing learner participation and activity.
c. Lecturing should be less than 30 percent of class time. d. Training delivery may include problem solving, question/answer, hands-on instruction, practice, evaluation/feedback tools, and lecture to support training objectives.
e. Conduct hands-on instruction according to the following descriptions:
1) Present hands-on demonstrations of at least the following tasks:
a) Proper start-up, shutdown, and normal and alternative operating strategies.
b) Common corrective maintenance repairs for each group. c) Recommended procedures to check/test equipment/system following a corrective maintenance repair.
d) Preventative maintenance points.
e) Calibration, if applicable.
2) Use tools and equipment provided by manufacturer to conduct the demonstrations.
a) Submit requests for supplemental assistance and facilities with the Contractor’s proposed lesson plans.
3) Contractor remains responsible for equipment disassembly or assembly during hands-on training situations involving equipment disassembly or assembly by City’s personnel.
f. Training aids:
1) Instructors shall provide needed audio-visual devices such equipment (televisions, video recorder/player, computer, projectors, screens, easels, etc.), models, charts, etc. for each class. 2) Instructor to confirm with Engineer in advance of each class that the classroom will be appropriate for the types of audiovisual equipment to be employed.
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10. Training sessions:
a. Provide training sessions for equipment/system as specified in the individual equipment/system section.
b. Include the following information in the agenda:
1) Instructor name.
2) Listing of subjects to be discussed.
3) Time estimated for each subject.
4) Allocation of time for City staff to ask questions and discuss the subject matter.
5) List of documentation to be used or provided to support training. c. City may request that particular subjects be emphasized, and the agenda be adjusted to accommodate these requests.
d. Digitally record audio and video of each training session. 1) Include classroom and field instruction with question and answering periods.
2) Engineer approval required for producer of video materials from one of the following options:
a) Qualified, professional video production company or individual. 3) Record in digital format and recording shall become property of the City with exclusive rights.
a) No video recording agreements will be entered into by the City. 4) Media:
a) Video quality shall be 720p HD or greater in MPG, AVCHD, AVI, or MP4 format.
b) Digital color video format.
c) Provide audio portion of the composite CD sufficiently free from electrical interference and background noise to provide complete intelligibility of oral report.
d) Identification: On each copy provide a label with the following information:
(1) Name of training.
(2) Date video was recorded.
e) Display continuous running time.
f) At start of each video recording, record training class name, date, instructor’s name.
g) Provide audio quality that is not degraded during the recording of the field sessions due to background noise, space, distance or other factors.
5) The Contractor shall provide a written release from all claims to the recorded training material produced, if required.
e. Distribute copies of the agenda to each student at the beginning of each training class.
f. Trainees will keep training materials and documentation after the session. g. Distribute Training Evaluation Form following each training session. 1) Training Evaluation Form is included in this Section. 2) Return completed Training Evaluation Forms to City’s designated training coordinator immediately after session is completed.
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a) Conduct training sessions again until a satisfactory rating is achieved.
11. Engineer approval of City Training is required.
1.08 START-UP PHASE
A. Overview of Start-Up Phase:
1. General:
a. Confirm reliability requirements.
b. Confirm regulatory compliance.
B. Start-Up Period:
1. Contractor responsibilities:
a. Support City to operate the Work.
2. City responsibilities:
a. City to operate the Work.
b. City-provided services, equipment, and/or materials to be as specified in Section 01110 - Summary of Work.
c. Furnish labor, power, chemicals, tools, equipment, instruments, and services required for and incidental to completing commissioning activities in accordance with the approved Commissioning Plans.
3. Prerequisites:
a. Engineer approval of Testing and Training Phase.
4. Witnessed.
5. Duration: 5 days.
6. Engineer approval of Start-Up Period is required to achieve Completion.
PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)
PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)
END OF SECTION
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OWNER EQPT/SYSTEM
PROJECT NAME EQPT TAG NO.
PROJECT NO. EQPT SERIAL NO.
SPECIFICATION NO.
SPECIFICATION TITLE
Comments:
I hereby certify Source Testing has been performed on the above-referenced equipment/system as defined in the Contract, and results conform to the Contract Document requirements. Testing data is attached.
Date of Execution: , 20
Manufacturer:
Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative Name (print):
(Authorized Signature)
If applicable, Witness Name (print):
(Witness Signature)
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OWNER EQPT/SYSTEM
PROJECT NAME EQPT TAG NO.
PROJECT NO. EQPT SERIAL NO.
SPECIFICATION NO.
SPECIFICATION TITLE
I hereby certify the installation of the above-referenced equipment/system as defined in the Contract Documents.
NOTES:
Attach written certification report prepared by and signed by the electrical and/or instrumentation subcontractor.
Comments:
I, the undersigned manufacturer’s representative, hereby certify that I am (i) a duly authorized representative of the manufacturer, (ii) empowered by the manufacturer to inspect, approve, and operate this equipment/system, and (iii) authorized to make recommendations required to ensure that the equipment/system furnished by the manufacturer is complete and operational, except as may be otherwise indicated herein. I further certify that all information contained herein is true and accurate.
Date:
Manufacturer:
Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative Name (print):
By Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative:
(Authorized Signature)
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OWNER EQPT/SYSTEM
PROJECT NAME EQPT TAG NO.
PROJECT NO. EQPT SERIAL NO.
SPECIFICATION NO.
SPECIFICATION TITLE
I hereby certify the Functional Testing of the above-referenced equipment/system as defined in the Contract Documents.
NOTES:
Attach test results with collected data and test report.
Attach written certification report prepared by and signed by the electrical and/or instrumentation subcontractor.
Comments:
I, the undersigned manufacturer’s representative, hereby certify that I am (i) a duly authorized representative of the manufacturer, (ii) empowered by the manufacturer to inspect, approve, and operate this equipment/system, and (iii) authorized to make recommendations required to ensure that the equipment/system furnished by the manufacturer is complete and operational, except as may be otherwise indicated herein. I further certify that all information contained herein is true and accurate.
Date:
Manufacturer:
Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative Name (print):
By Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative:
(Authorized Signature)
WITNESSES
By City’s Authorized Representative:
(Authorized Signature)
By Engineer’s Authorized Representative:
(Authorized Signature)
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ATTACHMENT E - TRAINING EVALUATION FORM
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TRAINING EVALUATION FORM
EQUIPMENT/SYSTEM ITEM:
VENDOR/MANUFACTURER:
DATE: NAME OF REPRESENTATIVE:
1. Was representative prepared? Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A
2. Was an overview description presented? Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A
3. Were specific details presented for system Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A components?
4. Were alarm and shutdown conditions Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A clearly presented?
5. Were step-by-step procedures for starting, Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A stopping, and troubleshooting presented?
6. Were routine/preventative maintenance Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A items clearly identified?
7. Was the lubrication schedule (if any) Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A discussed?
8. Was the representative able to answer all Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A questions?
9. Did the representative agree to research Acceptable Unacceptable or N/A and answer unanswered questions?
10. Comments:
11. Overall Rating: Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
Note:
Sessions judged "Unsatisfactory" by a majority of attendees shall be revised and conducted again until a satisfactory rating is achieved.