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GREENVILLE-REYNOLDS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION .................................................................

1  SCOPE OF WORK ............................................................................................................. 2 

2  METHOD TO PROCEED .................................................................................................... 3 

3  LAYOUT AND SITE ............................................................................................................ 4 

4  FOUNDATIONS, CONCRETE and MASONRY ............................................................... 10 

5  STRUCTURAL AND MISCELLANEOUS METALS .......................................................... 19 

6  CARPENTRY .................................................................................................................... 20 

7  INSULATION AND MOISTURE PROTECTION ............................................................... 26 

8  DOORS, WINDOWS AND GLASS ................................................................................... 33 

9  FINISHES.......................................................................................................................... 45 

10  SPECIAL ITEMS ............................................................................................................... 61 

11  EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................................................... 61 

12  ELECTRICAL .................................................................................................................... 63 

13  PLUMBING ....................................................................................................................... 73 

14  MECHANICAL................................................................................................................... 81 

15  BUILDING ......................................................................................................................... 83 

16  EROSION & SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PLAN .......................................................... 84 

17  HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN .......................................................................................... 84 

18  STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................... 84 

19  ACT 2 CLEAN-UP PLAN .................................................................................................. 85 

20  CONTAMINATED SOIL .................................................................................................... 85 

21  CLEAN UP ........................................................................................................................ 86 

22  ALTERNATES................................................................................................................... 86 

23  BID FORM......................................................................................................................... 86 

24  METHOD OF PAYMENT .................................................................................................. 88 

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GREENVILLE-REYNOLDS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

GENERAL

SPECIFICATION

1 SCOPE OF WORK

1.1 General

It is the intent of the Contract Documents to include all labor, tools, any expendable equipment,
transportation services, and other incidental services required for the construction of the facility
as shown on accompanying drawings and as described in these written specifications. The
intent of the specifications is to outline or indicate items or work, or both, which cannot be
readily shown on the Drawings. Types of items or work mentioned or indicated in one and not
the other shall be included as if mentioned in both. Should any incidental work or materials
be required but not set forth in specifications or plans, either directly or indirectly, but which is
nevertheless necessary for proper carrying out of the intent thereof, the Contractor is to
understand same to be implied and required, and he shall perform all such work and furnish
all materials as fully as if they were particularly delineated or described. The contractor will
comply with building plans prepared by Gruitza Associates, Inc. and site plans prepared by
CEC Environmental Consultants, Inc. The project site will be at Fourth Street, Reynolds
Industrial Park, Pymatuning Township, Mercer County, Pennsylvania.

1.1.1 Work under this contract shall include clearing and grubbing, removing of top soil in areas of
building and paving, adding and compacting necessary clay soil fill if needed to required
elevations for building and paved areas. Work to include removal of all existing floor area
including foundation walls and footers to a depth of twelve (12) inches below existing ground
elevation and stockpiled at 795 Reynolds Industrial Park Road. Contractor to place a price per
cubic yard for removal of any concrete below twelve (12) inches under Alternate #3. Contractor
and the Engineering Assistant to review and determine cubic yardage prior to its removal and
stockpiled at 795 Reynolds Industrial Park Road. Any concrete removed and not preapproved
will be at contractor’s expense and moved to designated location off-site. Building work shall
include the design and erection of the rigid frame pre-Engineering steel building with Scord
block to seven feet four (7’-4”) inches height, which design will include foundations and all
shop drawings. Work shall also include all concrete foundations, floors, completion of interior
office spaces, installation of plumbing, electrical, heating, and ventilating, painting and other
incidental items to prepare the building for occupancy. Work under this contract will also

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include excavation and backfill for foundations, run off bank gravel backfill, subgrade, etc.
Paving and driveway areas are part of this contract including sidewalks, curbs, etc. as shown
on construction drawings.

1.1.2 This project is designed and shall be constructed as a multi-tenant facility complete with office,
rest rooms, exterior parking, grading, seeding, etc.

1.1.3 Bids are being requested for the complete structure as shown and specified. Each bidder
shall place a lump-sum bid on the bid sheet for the completion of site work, foundations,
building and erection, utility installation to the building, all doors, windows and interior finishes,
the fine grading, and completion of all site work as required.

1.1.4 All utilities, water, and sanitary sewer connections as needed, electrical and HVAC as needed
and/or as shown shall be all inclusive in this contract.

1.1.5 Water and sanitary sewer lines are to be extended as shown on the Site Plan. Service laterals
to the building shall be included in the lump-sum bid for this project. Water tap to be made by
Reynolds Water Company; sewer tap to be made by Plumbing (General) Contractor, both to
be inspected and approved by representatives of respective utility companies before back-
filling. Electric and Gas service shall be arranged by the Contractor with Penn Power
Company and natural gas service shall be arranged with National Fuel Gas.

1.1.6 The General Contractor shall pay for all utility costs for consumption during construction.

1.1.7 Should a bidder note any discrepancies between the accompanying plans and these
specifications or should anything be specified that is contradictory to the normal practices of
the industry, it shall be the responsibility of the Bidder to bring it to the attention of the
Engineering Assistant at 301 Arlington Drive, Greenville, PA 16125, or by email
dblair@greenvillereynolds.com . Failure to do so will imply that all Bidders will adhere to the
total proposal as presented and provide any and all items necessary in each respective trade
whether mentioned in these specifications or not.

1.1.8 Bidders to use caution to bid all Alternates and indicate receipt of any Addendum’s on Bid
Sheet.

END OF SECTION

2 METHOD TO PROCEED

2.1 Upon notification by the Engineering Assistant, the apparent low bidder shall prepare his
anticipated method to proceed in writing with target dates for completion of major phases of
the building. This schedule shall be provided to the Engineering Assistant within ten (10) days
of notification but before any contract award is made. Upon approval of the method to proceed
by the Engineering Assistant, it shall be adhered to in strict accordance.

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2.1.1 Weekly meetings will be held in the office of Greenville-Reynolds Development Corporation
at 301 Arlington Drive, Greenville, PA with, at a minimum, a representative of Greenville-
Reynolds Development Corporation, and the Contractor's Supervisor. Other members of staff
and Sub-contractor’s representative shall be present as they become involved. These
meetings will review the past week's construction progress and the anticipated work for the
coming week.

END OF SECTION

3 LAYOUT AND SITE

3.1 CEC NOTE


See Attachment #1. CEC Technical Specifications.
Attachment #1 will supersede all GRDC general specifications. If something is not covered
by CEC specifications/plans, the contractor will adhere to GRDC General Specifications.

3.1.1 SITE PREPARATION AND PROTECTION

Top soil and existing concrete shall be removed, and the building site shall be brought to rough
grade approximately ten (10) inches below finish floor level of the production area. Excess
topsoil shall be removed from the building area and stockpiled for later use on the site for final
grading by the General Contractor.

3.1.2 Clearing and grubbing shall be confined to the construction limits as shown on the site plans.
Contractor shall notify Engineering Assistant and obtain approval for the method and extent
of grubbing and clearing. All branches, stumps, debris, etc. shall be removed from the
construction site. Burning of brush and vegetation on-site will be permitted with proper permit
and supervision.

3.1.3 Following site clearing, the Contractor will establish and identify all building corners.

3.1.4 The Contractor shall place a bid per cubic yard for disposal of all contaminated soil to be
removed from site under Alternate #4. All soil removed from site must be sent to an approved
landfill. See KU Resources Soil Management Plan (attached as Attachment #3). It is
estimated by CEC Environmental Consultants that there will be an excess of approximately
6000CY of contaminated soil. This alternate will require prevailing wage.

END OF SECTION

3.2 EXCAVATION

Excavation for all footers and foundations shall be included in this contract, excess excavated
material not suitable for backfill shall be removed from site.

3.2.1 All foundations shall be excavated to a clean smooth bottom to the elevation required, any

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under cut shall be brought to the attention of the Engineering Assistant and backfilled in a
manner as directed to insure against future settlement.

3.2.2 Foundation trenches may be excavated clean and poured neat, with proper precautions, or
may be over-excavated, formed, stripped and backfilled at the option of the contractor with
prior concurrence by the Engineering Assistant.

3.2.3 All foundation back fill either inside the building, or outside under concrete slabs, aprons or
structural members shall be backfilled with clean granular fill, such as bank gravel or slag, in
compacted lifts not to exceed eight (8) inches in thickness. Other non-support areas may be
backfilled and compacted with material excavated from the trench.

3.2.4 In backfilling concrete foundation walls, care shall be exercised to fill and compact both sides
of the wall simultaneously, height of fill each side not to exceed the other at any time more
than twelve (12) inches.

3.2.5 All excavation procedures and methods are to be in accordance with OSHA Rules and
Regulations.

3.2.6 Trench excavation, as required by the contract drawings and specifications shall be
considered as unclassified excavation. Contractor shall submit a bid for rock removal as set
forth in Alternate #1. No blasting of rock is permitted.

3.2.7 If, in the opinion of the Engineering Assistant, the material used for backfill is of such character
that satisfactory results can not be obtained by tamping or ramming, the Contractor shall refill
and puddle the trenches in such manner and at such time as the Engineering Assistant may
direct.

3.2.8 If the material excavated from the trench is not clean earth, as above specified, the best of the
materials excavated shall be used in backfilling, in position and manner as directed by the
Engineering Assistant. Frozen materials shall not be used for backfilling.

3.2.9 For backfilling all trenches and excavations within all paved and unpaved driveways, Penn
Dot No. 2A coarse aggregate shall be used. The Contractor shall provide, at his own cost,
the additional material required to backfill pipe section because of cave-ins, slides, settlement
undercutting and overcutting due to unstable material or the use of trench boxes or sheeting.
The backfilled surfaces shall be maintained flush with the adjacent undisturbed surface.

3.2.10 The Contractor shall be responsible for the condition of all excavations made by him. All slides
and cave-ins shall be removed without extra compensation, at whatever circumstances they
may occur.

3.2.11 The neglect, failure, or refusal of the Engineering Assistant to order the use of bracing or
sheeting, or a better quality, grade, or section, or larger sizes of steel or timber, or to order

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sheeting, bracing, struts, or shoring to be left in place, or the giving or failing to give orders or
directions as to the manner or method of placing or driving sheeting, bracing, jacks, swales,
rangers, etc. shall not in any way or to any extent relieve the Contractor of any responsibility
concerning the condition of excavation or of any of his obligations under the contract; nor shall
any delay, whether caused by any action or want of action on the part of the Contractor, or by
any act of the Owner, or his agents or employees, resulting in the keeping of an excavation
open longer than would otherwise have been necessary, relieve the Contractor from the
necessity of properly and adequately protecting the excavation from caving or slipping, nor
from any of his obligations under the Contractor relating to injury of persons or property, nor
entitle him to any claim for extra compensation.

3.2.12 The Contractor shall, at his own expense, sustain in their places and protect from direct or
indirect injury all pipes, poles, tracks, walls, buildings, and other structures or property in the
vicinity of his work, whether above guard rail, or below the ground, or that may appear in the
trench. He shall, at all times, have sufficient quantity of timber and plank, chains, ropes, etc.,
on the ground and shall use them as necessary for sheeting his excavations and for sustaining
or supporting any structures that are uncovered, undermined, endangered, threatened, or
weakened.

3.2.13 The Contractor shall take all risks pertaining to the presence or proximity of pipes, poles,
tracks, walls, buildings, and other structures and property, of every kind and description, in or
over his trenches, or in the vicinity of his work, whether above or below the surface of the
ground; and he shall be responsible for all damages and assume all expense for direct or
indirect injury caused by his work to any of them, or to any person or property by reason of
injury to them, whether such structures are or are not shown on the Drawings.

3.2.14 The Engineering Assistant reserves the right under such conditions to stop the excavation or
any other part of the work and to require the Contractor to complete the pipe work and the
backfilling up to such a point as the Engineering Assistant may direct before proceeding further
with the excavation, and the Contractor shall not thereby become entitled to demand or to
receive any allowance or compensation, other than an extension of the Contract time for as
many days as the Engineering Assistant may determine that the work was delayed by such
stoppage.

3.2.15 Certain information regarding the reputed presence, size, character, and location of existing
underground structures has been shown on the Contract Drawings. There is no certainty of
the accuracy of this information, and it shall be considered by the Contractor in this light. The
location of underground structures shown may be inaccurate and other obstructions than
those shown may be encountered. The Contractor hereby distinctly agrees that the Owner is
not responsible for the correctness or sufficiency of the information given; that he shall have
no claim for delay or extra compensation on account of incorrectness of information given, or

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an account of the insufficiency or absence of information regarding obstructions either
revealed or not revealed by the drawings; and that he shall have no claim for relief from any
obligation or responsibility under the Contract, in the case of the location, size, or character of
any pipe or other underground structure is not as indicated on the Drawings, or in case any
pipe or other underground structure is encountered that is not shown on the Drawings.

3.2.16 Should the position of any pipe, conduit, pole, or other structures, above or below the ground,
be such as, in the opinion of the Engineering Assistant, to require its removal, realignment, or
change due to work to be done under the Contract, the work or removal, realignment, or
changes will be done as extra work, or will be done by the Owner of the obstructions, without
cost to the Contractor; but the Contractor shall uncover and sustain the structures, at his own
expense, before such removal and before and after such realignment or change as
constituting part of the Contract; and the Contractor shall not be entitled to any claim for
damage or extra compensation on account of the presence of said structure, or on account of
any delay in the removal or rearrangement of same.

3.2.17 The Contractor shall not interfere with any persons, firms or corporations, or with the Owner,
in protecting, removing, changing, or replacing their pipes, conduits, poles, or other structures;
any lose he may suffer from said persons, firms or corporation, or the Owner to take all such
measures as they may deem necessary or advisable for the purpose aforesaid, and the
Contractor shall thereby be in no way relieved of any of his responsibilities under the contract.

END OF SECTION

3.3 DRIVEWAY AND PAVING

3.3.1 Driveways and parking areas as delineated on the site plan shall be prepared by removal of
top soil, root mats, etc. to a minimum grade of thirteen (13) inches below proposed finish grade
in areas to be paved, and a minimum of eleven (11) inches below proposed finished grade in
areas to be unpaved. Subgrade shall then be graded smooth and free draining to suggested
drainage arrows on site plan and compacted by rolling with minimum ten (10) ton roller.

3.3.2 All surface drainage cross pipes as shown shall be of sufficient depth to provide a minimum
of one and one-half (1½) feet to finish road surface, excess excavated material taken from
drainage swales, pipe excavations, etc. and not needed for Class 1, shall be deposited at the
direction of the Engineering Assistant for future use.

3.3.3 Upon final preparation and compaction of sub-base, but before stone base is installed,
Contractor shall place a continuous cover of Exxon GTF200 GEOTEXTILE fabric, or approved
equal, over the entire area to receive stone base. Fabric shall be installed, overlapped as
required and secured in place in accordance with manufacturer’s installation guidelines.

3.3.3.1 If soil, clay, or loam is washed or deflected on to the surface of the fabric, placing of stone

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base will be stopped and not permitted to proceed until soil or other contamination has been
removed and surface of fabric cleaned to the satisfaction of the Engineering Assistant and
no trucks or heavy wheel traffic will be permitted to run on the fabric after installation and
prior to placing stone base.

3.3.4 Following Engineering Assistant’s approval of prepared subgrade, area to be paved shall be
covered with a minimum of eight (8) inches of crushed stone or slag with particle size range
up to four (4) inch maximum or as shown on plans. Areas to be unpaved shall be covered
with a minimum of eight (8) inches of crushed stone or slag with particle size range up to four
(4) inch maximum or as shown on plans. Stone shall be end dumped and bladed onto
prepared subgrade. Under no circumstances will hauling or construction traffic be permitted
on prepared subgrade. Any rutting or erosion of subgrade shall be repaired before stone is
installed.

3.3.5 Base stone shall be graded, leveled, and compacted by roller as above and shall be topped
with a sufficient amount of 2-A crushed slag to fine grade and compact base in preparation of
paving and/or limestone. 2-A top surface material shall be graded and shaped to drain and
compacted by rolling as above.

3.3.6 Unpaved areas to be covered with three (3) inches of crushed limestone, graded, leveled, and
compacted by roller or as shown on plans.

3.3.7 Driveway pipe shall be as shown on site plan and shall be standard polyethylene (PE) pipe
with smooth interior, sections properly coupled and place in flow line of ditch.

3.3.8 Bituminous Paving

3.3.8.1 Prime Coat

3.3.8.1.1 Upon completion and compaction of the base, the entire surface shall be given a coat of
MC-30 cutback petroleum asphalt in accordance with Penn Dot Specification Section 461
except the rate of application shall be between 0.35 and 0.45 gallon per square yard. No
separate pay item will be provided; work under this section shall be incidental to the total
project. The contractor shall place under alternate #2 for the deletion of this section if
unsuitable weather conditions exist.

3.3.8.2 Binder

3.3.8.2.1 After proper curing time has elapsed for the prime coat, the Contractor shall place a three
(3) inch binder course within the designated limit of work area type G paving and two (2)
inch binder course in type H paving as shown on the plans to the proper dimensions. Binder
course shall be equal to ID-2 and installed in accordance with PennDot Specifications 408,
Section 421 or as shown on plans. Base payment shall be incidental to total bid.

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3.3.8.3 Wearing Surface

3.3.8.3.1 Upon completion of the binder, the designated limit of work for paving shall be covered with
one and one-half (1½) inch wearing course of ID-2 or FJ-1 in accordance with PennDot
Specifications 408, Section 420 or 422, except basis of payment shall be included in lump-
sum bid, or as shown on plans.

3.3.9 Upon completion of the finish surface and once it has cooled to ambient temperature, paving
contractor shall paint white parking lanes as shown on the construction drawings and shall
paint handicap parking areas as shown in solid blue with handicap symbol in white.

3.3.10 Bituminous Material Cut Off

3.3.10.1 Cut off dates and temperatures as outlined in PennDot Specifications relative to the placing
of bituminous materials shall apply. If the Contractor has not placed bituminous material by
the cut-off date of October 15, 2018, then under no circumstances will the Contractor be
permitted to place bituminous material before April 15, 2019.

END OF SECTION

3.4 DRAINAGE PIPE AND STRUCTURES

3.4.1 Drainage pipes and structures refer to CEC plans and comply with all aspects of their
approved plans.

3.4.2 Drainage pipe, sized as shown on the plan, shall conform to PennDot Specification Section
601.2(a) Type I, 12 gage and shall be installed in accordance with Section 601.3, except
method of payment shall be included in lump sum bid.

3.4.3 Drainage pipe, size as shown on Plan, shall be N-12 smooth interior brand as manufactured
by Advanced Drainage System, Inc. or approved equal. Method of payment shall be included
in lump sum bid.

3.4.4 The drainage inlets and/or endwalls where shown on the drawings shall be constructed in
accordance with Section 605 of the PennDot Specifications except method of payment shall
be included in lump sum bid

3.4.5 Drainage inlets shall be similar to PennDot Type "M" inlet with cast iron Type "M" frame and
steel "Bicycle Safe" grate. Inlet may be precast in accordance with PENNDOT specifications
or may be cast-in-place to line and grade as shown. If precast inlet box is used, inlet and
outlet pipe holes shall be precast. Cutting of holes in precast boxes in the field will not be
permitted.

3.4.6 Inlet shall be placed in pavement extension or centerline ditch with top casting and grate
pitched to match grade of three-foot pavement extension curb, so the longitudinal edge of the

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grate and frame is in the drainage swale to prevent birdbaths.

END OF SECTION

3.5 GRADING

All disturbed areas around building and paved or unpaved driveways, to the street ditch,
shall be graded to neat appearing lines and grade. Soil shall be removed twelve (12) inches
below finish grade and a witness bearer shall be installed and topped with twelve (12) inches
of top soil and seeded with good quality grass seed mixture, refer to CEC plans. Seed shall
be lightly raked into prepared base, rolled and mulched with straw.

3.5.1 Seed spread rate shall be 5# per 1,000 sq. ft.

3.5.2 Fertilize with 8-16-8 fertilizer at a rate of 50# per 5,000 sq. ft.

3.5.3 Mulch with straw at a rate of 3 bales per 1,000 sq. ft.

END OF SECTION

4 FOUNDATIONS, CONCRETE and MASONRY

4.1 FOOTERS AND FOUNDATION WALLS

Concrete footers shall be placed continuous, as shown on the plans. All reinforcing, sized as
shown or suggested shall be deformed, cleaned of rust and dirt, and placed as shown, or as
is standard practice. Laps of longitudinal bars shall be a minimum of thirty (30) diameters.
Longitudinal bars in footings shall have cross bars at three (3) feet center to center, or as
shown on the plan. Bottom of footers shall be a minimum of forty (40) inches below finish
grade. Excavations for footers must be inspected and approved by the Engineering Assistant
prior to placing concrete, to ensure that material uncovered is representative of soil
investigation (PSI report is attached) and will support the imposed load.

4.1.1 Foundation design shall be verified as adequate or re-designed by the General Contractor or
designer of the pre-Engineering building to resist imposed vertical and horizontal loading.
Design calculations shall be based on the PSI report. Engineering Assistant shall approve
these loadings and/or re-design of foundations before construction is to begin.

4.1.2 Foundation walls may be constructed of either eight (8) inch concrete block, laid in
conventional fashion, standard bond, or formed, poured reinforced concrete.

4.1.3 All walls to be constructed of concrete block units laid standard bond in a full bed of mortar
and with Dur-O-Wall Truss reinforcing every other course (16" center to center vertically) and
shall be laid straight plumb and true to full height as shown using approved mortar mix.
Concrete masonry units shall be modular size, 3 core units, all units shall be of same

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manufacturer, composition, size and appearance. All units shall be sound, free from chips,
cracks, or other defects that would impair strength, appearance or durability.

4.1.3.1 Hollow core units shall be load bearing, meeting ASTM Designation C90-70, Grades N-1-
S-1.

4.1.3.2 Solid units shall be load bearing, meeting ASTM Designation 145-70, Types U-1, P-1, and
G-1.

4.1.3.3 Scord block units shall be load bearing, meeting ASTM Designation C-90-96.

4.1.3.4 Aggregate shall conform to ASTM Designation C-33.

4.1.4 Store materials under cover in a dry place and in a manner to prevent damage or intrusion of
foreign matter. During freezing weather, protect all masonry units with tarpaulins or other
suitable material. Store masonry units under covers that will permit circulation of air and
prevent excessive moisture absorption. Protect concrete masonry units from wetting. Handle
units on pallets or flat bed barrows. Concrete block units that have become caked or coated
with mud will not be permitted to be laid up in walls.

4.1.5 Reinforcing, metal ties and anchors shall be protected from contact with soil and water and
before being placed shall be free of loose rust and other coatings that will destroy or reduce
bond.

4.1.6 Materials for mortar shall be proportioned and mixed to conform to the requirements of ASTM
C270, Type S mortar using the "proportion specification". In addition, the average twenty-
eight (28) day compressive strength of three 2-inch cubes of laboratory prepared mortar shall
not be less than 1,800 psi and no individual cube shall have a twenty-eight (28) day
compressive strength of less than 1,600 psi. All tests required to verify that the mortar meets
the criteria for Type S mortar shall be performed in accordance with ASTM C270. The cost
and performance of all such tests shall be by the Contractor.

4.1.7 Mortar shall be placed in final position within two (2) hours after mixing. Mortar that is over
two (2) hours old shall not be used and mortar that has started to set within this time interval
shall be discarded. Mortar at the job site shall not have an air content greater than ten (10)
percent when tested in accordance with ASTM C231.

4.1.8 Do not lay masonry when the temperature of the outside air is below fourty (40) degrees F
unless suitable means are provided to heat materials, protect work from cold and frost and
ensure that mortar and grout will harden without freezing. No anti-freeze ingredient may be
used.

END OF SECTION

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4.2 CONCRETE

Concrete for footers and substructure shall be equal to five-sack mix, reaching strength of
2800 psi in twenty-eight (28) days. Concrete for floors, and exposed items shall be minimum
six-bag mix, reaching a minimum strength of 3000 psi in twenty-eight (28) days. All course
aggregate shall be crushed gravel, slag or limestone, and transit mixing shall be in accordance
with A.S.T.M. specifications and all concrete shall be placed as near its final position as
reasonably possible. Puddling, hoeing, or moving concrete with a vibrator will not be
permitted. All concrete shall be placed with the least slump possible for workability, over-
wetting or sloppy mixing will be rejected at the site.

4.2.1 Testing of concrete during construction.

4.2.1.1 Field Tests: During the progress of construction, tests shall be made to determine whether
the concrete as being produced complies with the standard of quality as specified. These
tests will be made in accordance with ASTM Standard Methods. The Contractor shall
cooperate in the making of such tests and storage of specimens and in affording protection
to the specimens against injury or loss through his operation. Contractor shall furnish
cylinder molds and pay all expenses in connection with shipping and testing of cylinders by
an approved laboratory.

4.2.1.2 Test Pieces: Each class of concrete shall be represented by at least two (2) tests, (4
specimens). Two specimens shall be made for each test at a given age, and not less than
one test shall be made for each 100 cu. yards of structural concrete, but there shall be at
least one test for each day's concreting.

4.2.1.3 Laboratory Tests: The Contractor must insure that the test cylinders are received by the
testing laboratory a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours prior to the time the seven (7) day
test is to be performed.

4.2.1.4 Sampling and Curing of Test Pieces: Samples of concrete for test specimens shall be taken
at the mixer unless, in the opinion of the Engineering Assistant, it is desirable to take
samples elsewhere. The test specimens shall be molded and cured in accordance with
ASTM C31 and laboratory tested as required in ASTM C39. Field test shall also include a
slump test taken and recorded at the same time.

4.2.1.5 Defective materials and/or workmanship: Concrete work which is not properly formed, true,
plumb, or level, or which fails to meet specified minimum compressive strength, shows poor
workmanship or carelessness, or contains foreign substances or materials, shall be deemed
to be defective and the Contractor shall remove this work from the site as directed by the
Engineering Assistant, replacing same with new materials complying with the contract
specifications and meeting the approval of the Engineering Assistant.

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4.2.2 Forms shall meet minimum requirements as follows:

4.2.2.1 General: shall be as specified in ACI-Standards.

4.2.2.2 Exterior Forms - Unlined: shall be as specified in ACI-Standards.

4.2.2.3 Exterior Forms - Lined: shall be as specified in ACI-Standards.

4.2.2.4 Wetting and Oiling Forms: shall be as specified in ACI-Standards.

4.2.3 Protection against loss of moisture from the surface of the concrete shall be accomplished by
keeping the surface continuously wet. One of the following methods shall be used:

4.2.3.1 Surface remaining in contact with the forms in hot weather shall be kept moist by continuous
sprinkling.

4.2.3.2 Covering with burlap or cotton mats kept continuously wet.

4.2.3.3 Covering with paper of suitable type.

4.2.3.4 Covering with a one (1) inch layer of thoroughly wet sand, earth or sawdust over suitable
paper covering.

4.2.3.5 All concrete sidewalks, curbs and entrance stoops shall receive a coating of sealer and
hardener as approved by Engineering Assistant. Material shall be clear type. Apply one
coat in strict conformance to manufacturer's printed directions.

4.3 REINFORCING

Cleaning of metal reinforcement shall be as specified in ACI-Current Standards. Bending and


straightening of reinforcement shall be as specified in ACI-Current Standards. Placing of
reinforcement shall be as specified in ACI-Current Standards.

4.3.1 At those surfaces of footings and other principal structural members in which the concrete is
deposited directly against the ground, reinforcement shall have a minimum covering of three
(3) inches of concrete (double bricked). At other surfaces of concrete exposed to the ground
or to severe weathering conditions, metal reinforcement shall be protected by not less than
two (2) inches of concrete for bars over five-eighths (5/8) of an inch in diameter and one and
one-half (1½) inches for bars five-eighths (5/8) of an inch in diameter or less.

4.3.2 Provision for pipes and conduits shall be as follows:

4.3.2.1 This Contractor shall examine the drawings and specifications for work of other trades
especially for Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, and Electrical work. In laying out his
work, he shall make provisions for the installation of all sleeves, pipes, conduits, boxes,
inserts, hangers, and work of other trades and shall be done in such manner that the

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construction will not be weakened.

4.3.2.2 This Contractor shall furnish, without extra cost, such labor and material for his part of the
work to make it conform to the work of other trades or contractors.

4.3.2.3 When conduits or pipes embedded in slabs are of larger outside diameter than one and
one-half (1½) inch or when they come closer than one (1) inch from either upper or lower
surface of the slab, expanded metal or wire mesh shall be laid and extended beyond such
conduit or piping at least eight (8) inches on all sides.

4.3.2.4 Conduits or pipes shall be spaced no closer than three (3) diameters on centers and they
must be so placed as to avoid changing the location of the reinforcement from that shown
on the drawings.

4.3.2.5 Sleeves, bolts, sockets, etc., required by other trades or contractors shall be placed by them
but this Contractor shall maintain the position of all such inserts until the concrete is placed.

END OF SECTION

4.4 CONCRETE SIDEWALKS AND FLOORS

This work is the construction of cement concrete curb, aprons, sidewalk, and floors in
accordance with these specifications, construction drawings, and PennDot Pub.408, Section
630, Standard Drawing (RC-34) and in reasonably close conformity with the lines and grades
shown on the construction drawings or otherwise directed by the Engineering Assistant.

4.4.1 Concrete sidewalks, aprons, and curbs shall be poured with six (6) bag air entrained concrete
and shall fully comply with ASTM Standard C94.

4.4.2 Cement shall not be used which has been retrieved or reclaimed from used bags. The
temperature of all cement at the time of delivery to the mixer shall not exceed one hundred
twenty-five degrees (125) F.

4.4.3 Admixtures: Approved types of admixture for increasing the plasticity and workability of the
concrete may be used, provided the specified minimum cement content is maintained and
that the use of the admixture is at no extra cost to the Owner. Contractor must notify the
Engineering Assistant prior to using admixtures.

4.4.4 Admixture: All concrete produced under these Specifications shall contain a water-reducing
admixture. When the expected high ambient temperature for the day will be 75 degrees F. or
higher, Euco Retarder 75 as manufactured by the Euclid Chemical Company, Cleveland, Ohio
(216-531-9222) or approved equal, shall be used. Proportion of the admixtures shall be per
the manufacturer's printed instructions. No substitutions shall be permitted except with
Engineering Assistant's approval.

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4.4.5 Concrete sidewalks and aprons shall be installed as shown on the drawings. A bed of slag or
gravel, tamped by hand, pneumatically or rolled to a thickness of six (6) inches shall be placed
under all concrete sidewalks. The fill shall be provided with adequate drainage to prevent
accumulation of water under the slabs. The bed shall be wetted thoroughly immediately
before placing concrete. Wetting shall not be to the extent that surplus or pools of water will
be evident.

4.4.6 Unless otherwise shown on the drawings or specified, all sidewalks shall be reinforced with a
six (6) inch by six (6) inch by No. 6 welded wire, reinforcing fabric sheets and polypropylene,
long fibers, fiber-type Eorta CFP, or equal, at a rate of 1.51 lbs. per cu. yd.

4.4.7 Sidewalks shall be constructed in separate slabs not to exceed thirty (30) feet in length. These
slabs shall be separated by one-fourth (¼) of an inch-thick transverse expansion joint. The
slabs between expansion joints shall be divided into blocks five (5) feet in length by scoring
transversely. Where the slabs are more than five (5) feet in width, they shall be scored
longitudinally in the center. All tooled scoring shall extend approximately one-third (⅓) of the
slab thickness into the slab.

4.4.8 The specific type, or types, of concrete to be supplied for the various parts of the work shall
be as follows:

4.4.8.1 Footings - 3,500 psi minimum compressive strength or as shown on plans.

4.4.8.2 Floor slabs - 4,000 psi minimum compressive strength or as shown on plans.

4.4.8.3 Sidewalk - 4,000 psi minimum compressive strength or as shown on plans.

4.4.9 Prior to placing concrete floor on grade, the installation of underground and embedded items
shall be completed before floor slab is placed. Pipes and conduits shall be installed below the
concrete unless otherwise indicated.

4.4.10 Subgrade of floor area shall be free of all construction debris and be final graded and
compacted to an elevation ten inches (10") below the finish floor of the production area.
Existing subgrade may be used after debris is removed and upon approval of the Engineering
Assistant. Four inches (4") of washed crushed gravel shall be placed, leveled and compacted,
then covered with a minimum six (6) mil plastic vapor barrier. Care shall be exercised not to
tear plastic while placing concrete floor and reinforcing mesh. Under no circumstances will
the mixer truck be permitted to drive over prepared base after plastic and reinforcing have
been placed. If wheelbarrows or power georgia buggies are used to move concrete, same
shall be moved on a preconstructed ramp or platform of plywood and not on the prepared
grade. Concrete for floors shall be commercial six (6) bag mix with polypropylene, short fibers,
and shall be placed at maximum three (3") inch slump. Calcium chloride or other add mixtures,

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either accelerators or retarders, will not be permitted without prior approval by Engineering
Assistant.

4.4.11 Metal reinforcement shall conform to the requirements of the "Tentative Specifications for
Minimum Requirements for the Deformations of Deformed Steel Bars for Concrete
Reinforcement" (A305-53T) and to the requirements of the "Tentative Specifications for Billet
Steel Concrete Reinforcement Bars" of intermediate grade (ASTM Designations: A15-54T) or
the "Tentative Specifications for Rail Steel Concrete Reinforcement Bars" (ASTM Designation
A16-54T). Wire for concrete reinforcement shall conform to the requirements of the "Standard
Specifications for Cold Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement" (ASTM Designation
A82-70).

4.4.12 Concrete shall be compacted, screened to grade and prepared for the specified finish.
Concrete shall be placed continuously so that each unit of operation will be monolithic in
construction. Crack-control joints shall be expansion, contraction or construction joints. Joints
shall be located where shown on the drawings. Joints proposed at locations not shown on
the drawings shall be subject to approval and shall be located under partitions. Contraction
joints shall be formed by the insertion of hard-pressed fiberboard strips inserted in the plastic
concrete or may be cut with an approved concrete-sawing machine after the concrete has set.
The joints shall be 1/8-inch wide and approximately 1/4 of the slab thickness plus 1/2" in depth
unless otherwise indicated.

4.4.13 General: The ambient temperature of spaces being finished shall be not less than 50 degrees
F. Finished floor slab surfaces shall be true plane surfaces with no deviation in excess of 1/8-
inch when tested with a 10-foot straightedge. The dusting of finish surfaces with dry materials
or additions of water to concrete surfaces to provide workability will not be permitted.

4.4.14 Monolithic Finish: Except where otherwise specified, the concrete for floor slabs shall be
screened and floated with straightedges to bring the surface to the required finish level with
no coarse aggregate visible. The concrete, while still green but sufficiently hardened to bear
a man's weight without deep imprint, shall be wood-floated to a true, even plane with no coarse
aggregate visible. Enough pressure shall be used on the wood floats to bring moisture to the
surface. After the surface moisture has disappeared, surfaces shall be steel-troweled to a
smooth, even, dense finish, free from blemishes including trowel marks.

4.4.15 Power-Machine Finish (option): In lieu of hand finishing, the Contractor may use an approved
power finishing machine in accordance with the directions of the machine manufacturer. The
preparation of concrete surfaces for finishing by machine shall, in general, be as hereinbefore
required for hand-finishing. Finished surfaces shall be free of machine marks, ridges, or other
blemishes, with final finishing pass by hand trowel.

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temperature change, mechanical injury, and injury from rain or flowing water. Concrete placed
under these Specifications shall be protected so that there will be minimal loss of moisture
from the surface for a period of seven (7) days after placing. During weather, precautions
shall be taken to avoid high temperature in the fresh concrete and to avoid rapid drying.

4.4.17 Impervious Sheet Curing: All surfaces shall be thoroughly wetted with a fine spray of water,
and shall be completely covered with waterproof paper, or polyethylene sheeting, or with
polyethylene-coated burlap, having the burlap thoroughly water-saturated before placing.
Covering shall be lapped not less than twelve (12) inches and securely weighted down or shall
be lapped not less than four (4) inches and taped to form a continuous cover with completely
closed joints. Sheets shall be weighted to prevent displacement or billowing from winds.
Sheets shall be immediately repaired or replaced if tears or holes appear during the curing
period.

4.4.18 Exterior concrete aprons and sidewalks as shown on the plans shall be constructed using six
(6) bag mix, reinforced with polypropylene long fibers, and 6 x 6 x #6 mesh sheets, with 1/4"
per foot pitch away from building and surface shall be lightly broomed side to side to provide
non-slip surface.

4.4.19 Fiber expansion board shall be placed around the perimeter of all concrete sidewalks and
floors where each intersects a curtain wall, foundation, or other rigid structure. Expansion
board shall be one half inch (½") by eight inches (8") to conform to top course of blocks or
poured concrete ledge.

END OF SECTION

4.5 SCORD BLOCK

Exterior portions of the facility shall be constructed as shown with split-face block. Block shall
be manufactured by Bauer Co., Inc., or approved equal. Block shall be delivered to the site
tight bound on wood pallets. Block will not be accepted if metal bands are broken. Block shall
be stored and handled similar to Section 4.1.4 and shall be stored in an area where mud will
not be splashed up on palletized units.

4.5.1 Store materials under cover in a dry place and in a manner to prevent damage or intrusion of
foreign matter. During freezing weather, protect all masonry units with tarpaulins or other
suitable material. Store concrete masonry units under covers that will permit circulation of air
and prevent excessive moisture absorption. Store cement, lime, and air-setting mortars in
watertight sheds with elevated floor. Protect reinforcement from the elements. Concrete
masonry units shall be protected against wetting prior to use.

4.5.2 Block shall not be erected when, in the opinion of the Engineering Assistant, the sun, heat,
cold, or other limitations prevent the proper setting and curing of mortar joints. Units having a

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film of water or frost on its surface shall not be laid in walls. Masonry shall be laid plumb, true
to a line, with level and uniformly spaced courses and each course breaking joints with the
course below. Bond pattern shall be kept vertically plumb. Corners and returns shall be plumb
and true. Spaces around metal doorframes and other built-in items shall be solidly filled with
mortar. Block layers using masonry saws if necessary shall implement Cutting and fitting of
masonry required to accommodate work of other trades.

4.5.3 Block to be laid in bond, in a full bed of mortar, trowel ends of block full of mortar and shoved
into place. Fill all joints and voids in masonry and joints next to other materials. Bond of each
course at the jambs of each opening shall be symmetrical. Joints in block shall be 3/8-inch-
wide unless otherwise shown on the drawings. Variations in width of vertical joints shall be
inconspicuous and made only as necessary to maintain bond. Joints shall be struck off
smooth and tooled with a striking iron to produce a matching existing joint. Strike joints after
mortar has attained initial set.

4.5.4 Mortar shall be mixed at the site using Medusa Mortar Mix, or other brands as approved by
Engineering Assistant resulting in matching color, and mortar sand proportioned as
recommended by the manufacturer. Mortar shall be placed directly on the board from the
mixer or box, and once mortar has begun to set, tempering on the board will not be permitted.
Following proper cure time for the mortar, exterior surface shall be power washed and brushed
to remove overspill, droppings, etc. of mortar.

4.5.5 Wall reinforcement shall be manufactured from cold drawn steel wire conforming to ASTM
Designation A82 and shall consist of two (2) deformed longitudinal rods welded at 16-inch
intervals to a continuous diagonal rod forming a truss design. Cross rods shall be not less
than No. 9 gauge. Cross rods in cavity walls shall be galvanized. Prefabricated corner, and
tee sections shall be used to form continuous reinforcement around corners and for anchoring
abutting walls and partitions. Width shall be as required for wall thickness. Reinforcement
shall be installed as hereinafter specified.

4.5.6 After proper cure time has elapsed and before surface has had excess exposure to the
elements, all joints between block and dissimilar material shall be sealed with a caulking
compound equal to Dow Corning 100% silicone. Color to be compatible with adjoining
materials and compound to be tooled in place as needed to produce a smooth tight, compact
seal.

4.5.7 Provision for the proper anchoring, doweling, and cramping of work in keeping with standard
practices and for the support of stone by shelf angles, loose steel, etc., as required shall be
clearly indicated on the cutting and setting drawings.

4.5.8 All block angles, lintels, and miscellaneous metal appurtenances required to support block
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of Rust-Oleum or equal before setting into masonry work. Other metal fasteners, anchors,
etc. shall be galvanized. All lintels and other masonry support shall be temporarily shored to
support dead load until mortar has sufficiently set to "Pyramid" the imposed masonry over the
supported span. Shoring shall be shimmed to maintain the supports in a straight and level
plane.

END OF SECTION

5 STRUCTURAL AND MISCELLANEOUS METALS

5.1 METAL WALL STUDS

All light gauge steel studs shall be of the type, size, gauge and spacing specified, or as
shown on the plans and shall be manufactured by a well-known, reputable manufacturer
acceptable by the Engineering Assistant.

5.1.1 All structural members shall be designed in accordance with American Iron and Steel Institute
(AISI) "Specification For The Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural members", 1986 or later
edition.

5.1.2 All framing members shall be cold-formed from corrosion-resistant steel, corresponding to the
requirements of ASTM A446, with minimum yield strength of 40 KSI for PCS style studs and
33 KSI for CWS style studs, CWT and UDLT tracks.

5.1.3 Studs for exterior walls shall be 4" (3½" minimum) 20 gauge spaced 16 inches center-to-
center, or as shown on drawings. Wood 2x4 framing lumber may be attached around
openings and for back up to secure finish items to the walls, etc.

5.1.4 Prior to installation of framing, the contractor shall submit fabrication and erection drawings to
the Engineering Assistant for approval.

5.1.5 All framing members shall be cut squarely for attachment to perpendicular members, or as
required for an accurate fit against abutting members.

5.1.6 Axially loaded studs shall be installed in a manner, which will assure that their ends are
positioned against the inside of track prior to fastening.

5.1.7 Where metal studs are doubled at jambs or headers, insulation equal to that specified
elsewhere shall be installed at time of erection if area will not be accessible to insulation
contractors.

5.1.8 Fastening of components shall be with self-tapping screws or spot welding, as approved by
the Engineering Assistant. Screws shall be of sufficient size to insure the strength of the
connection, as recommended by the manufacturer. If welding is used as the method of
fastening, all welds shall be cleaned of weld slag and touched up with a zinc-rich paint. Wire

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tying of component parts will not be permitted.

5.1.9 Base and top track shall be securely anchored to the concrete floor using mechanical
fastening devices approved by the Engineering Assistant. Powder activated fastening will be
permitted.

5.1.10 Complete, uniform and level bearing support shall be provided for both base and top shall be
securely anchored to a common structural element, butt-welded or spliced.

5.1.11 Studs shall be plumbed, aligned and securely attached to both flanges of both base and top
tracks. Framing of openings shall include appropriately sized headers and supporting studs.

5.1.12 Install metal studs so that flanges point in the same direction and so that leading edges or
ends of each gypsum board can be attached to open (unsupported) edges of stud flanges
first.

5.1.13 Frame door openings to comply with applicable and published recommendations of gypsum
board manufacturer. Attach vertical studs at jambs with screws either directly to frames or to
jamb anchor clips on doorframes; install runner track section, for cripple studs, at head and
secure to jamb studs. Frame openings other than door openings to comply with details
indicated or, if none indicated, in same manner as required for door openings. Install framing
below sills of openings to match framing required above door heads.

5.1.14 Temporary bracing, as required, shall be provided until erection is complete. Resistance to
bending and rotation about the minor axis shall be provided by horizontal strap or cold-rolled
channel bracing, gypsum board and/or gypsum sheathing per AISI specification.

5.1.15 Diagonally braced stud walls shall be provided at locations designated as "shear walls" for
frame stability and lateral load resistance. Additional studs, when necessary, shall be
positioned to resist vertical components. Splices in axially loaded studs will not be permitted.

END OF SECTION

6 CARPENTRY

6.1 ROUGH CARPENTRY

The work required under this section consists of all materials, tools, equipment, and labor
required to complete the installation of all rough carpentry work shown on the drawings or
specified herein. Rough carpentry includes carpentry work not specified as part of other
sections and which is generally not exposed to view in the finished project, except as
otherwise indicated. Types of work in this section include, but are not necessarily limited to,
rough carpentry for:

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6.1.1 Wall and partition framing, wood, and/or metal

6.1.2 Nailers, blocking, and sleepers

6.1.3 Setting and blocking door and window frames

6.1.4 Closures as required for weather protection, etc.

6.1.5 Concrete from construction and bracing.

6.1.6 All lumber shall comply with applicable rules of the respective grading and inspecting agencies
for species and products indicated. Plywood Product Standards shall comply with PS 1 (ANSI
A 199.1) or, for products not manufactured under PS 1 provisions, with applicable APA
Performance Standard for type of panel indicated. Comply with Chapter 25 of Uniform
Building Code, latest issue. Comply with applicable building codes of authorities having
jurisdiction.

6.1.7 Delivery and storage shall be implemented to keep materials dry at all times. Protect against
exposure to weather and contact with damp or wet surfaces. Stack lumber and plywood and
provide air circulation within stacks. Rough lumber shall be factory-marked with type, grade,
mill and grading agency, except omit marking from surfaces to be exposed with transparent
finish. Nominal sizes are indicated, except as shown by detail dimensions. Provide actual
sizes as required by PS 20, for moisture content specified for each use.

6.1.8 Provide wood for support or attachment of other work including bucks, nailers, blocking,
furring, grounds, stripping and similar members. Provide lumber of sizes indicated, worked
into shapes as shown, and as follows:

6.1.8.1 Moisture Content: 15% maximum for lumber items not specified to receive wood
preservative treatment.

6.1.8.2 Grade: Construction grade light framing size lumber of any species or board size lumber
as required. Provide construction grade boards (RIS or WCLB) or No. 2 boards (SPIB or
WWPA).

6.1.9 Identify each plywood panel with appropriate APA trademark. Concealed Performance-Rated
Plywood: Where plywood panels will be used for concealed types of applications, provide
APA Performance-Rated Panels complying with requirements indicated for grade designation,
span rating, exposure durability classification, edge detail (where applicable) and thickness.
Plywood Backing Panels: For mounting electrical or telephone equipment, provide fire-
retardant treated plywood panels with grade designation, APA C-D PLUGGED INT with
exterior glue, in thickness indicated, or, if not otherwise indicated, not less than one half (½)
inch.

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6.1.10 Provide fasteners and anchorages of the size, type, material and finish as indicated and as
recommended by applicable standards, complying with applicable Federal Specifications for
nails, staples, screws, bolts, nuts, washers and anchoring devices. Provide metal hangers
and framing anchors of the size and type recommended by the manufacturer for each use
including recommending nails.

6.1.10.1 Where rough carpentry work is exposed to weather, in ground contact, or in area of high
relative humidity, provide fasteners and anchorages with a hot-dip zinc coating (ASTM A
153).

6.1.11 Wall Framing, concrete form construction and other rough work shall be closely fitted,
accurately set to required lines and levels, and rigidly secured in place. Studs shall be sized
to give true surfaces for finish. Members shall be framed for the passage of pipes and ducts
to avoid cutting structural members. No framing members shall be cut, notched or bored for
the passage of pipes and conduits without permission from the Engineering Assistant.
Framing members damaged by cutting shall be reinforced as directed by the Engineering
Assistant. Special framing or construction, not explicitly shown or specified, shall be provided
as required to complete work in the best and most workmanlike manner. Nailing and spiking
shall be done in a thorough manner, using nails and spikes of ample size and in the proper
quantity as per the recommended nailing schedule of the National Lumber Manufacturer's
Association. Metal studs shall be securely fastened to head and base channels using screws,
rivets or other methods approved by the manufacturer. Temporary centering, bracing and
shoring for the support and protection of the structure during construction shall be strongly
made, properly installed and well secured in place to serve the intended purpose. Provide all
required wood blocking for mounting cabinetry, fixtures, handrail and other equipment
requiring support.

6.1.12 General execution/installation includes discarding units of material with defects, which might
impair quality of work, and units, which are too small to use in fabricating work with minimum
joints or optimum joint arrangement. Set carpentry work accurately to required levels and
lines, with members plumb and true and accurately cut and fitted. Select fasteners of size
that will not penetrate members where opposite side will be exposed to view or will receive
finish materials. Make tight connections between members. Provide wood, nailers, blocking
and sleepers wherever shown and where required for attachment of other work. Form to
shapes as shown and cut as required for true line and level of work to be attached. Coordinate
location with other work involved. Attach all work to substrates as required to support applied
loading. Countersink bolts and nuts flush with surface, unless otherwise shown. Installation
of plywood shall comply with applicable recommendations contained in Form No. E 304, "APA
Design/Construction Guide - Residential & Commercial", for types of plywood products and
applications indicated.

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END OF SECTION

6.2 FINISH CARPENTRY

The work required under this section includes all labor, materials, tools and equipment
necessary to complete all finish carpentry shown on the drawings or described in the
specifications. Work within this Section shall be completely coordinated with work of other
trades. Although such work is not specifically shown or specified, furnish and install all
supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or necessary
for a sound, secure and complete installation.

6.2.1 Finish carpentry includes carpentry work, which is exposed to view, is non-structural, and
which is not specified as part of other sections. Types of finish carpentry work in this section
included, but not limited to:

6.2.1.1 Interior running and standing trim.

6.2.1.2 Miscellaneous moldings and special trim.

6.2.1.3 Cabinet work when shown.

6.2.1.4 Installation of finish hardware.

6.2.1.5 Any other items not listed but fall under this section.

6.2.2 Factory-mark each piece of lumber and plywood with type, grade, mill and grading agency
identification; except omit marking from surfaces to receive transparent finish, and submit mill
certificate that material has been inspected and graded in accordance with requirements if it
cannot be marked on a concealed surface.

6.2.3 Comply with PS 20 and with applicable grading rules of the respective grading and inspecting
agency for the species and product indicated for softwood lumber.

6.2.3.1 Comply with American Plywood Association Standards for plywood, National Hardwood
Lumber Association (NHLA) rules, and Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) "Quality
Standards" for "premium" grade, for casework and cabinets.

6.2.4 Submit the following samples for each species and cut or pattern of finish carpentry.

6.2.4.1 Standing and running trim for transparent finish: Set of 3 pieces of boards and for each type
of worked product (molding) required, two (2) feet long x full board or molding width, finished
on one side and one edge.

6.2.4.2 Standing and running trim for paint finish; set of 3 pieces for each type of work and product
required, two (2) feet long x full board or molding width, unfinished.

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6.2.5 Protect finish carpentry materials during transit, delivery, storage and handling to prevent
damage, soiling and deterioration. Do not deliver finish carpentry materials until painting, wet
work, grinding and similar operations, which could damage, soil or deteriorate woodwork have
been completed in installation areas. If, due to unforeseen circumstances, finish carpentry
materials must be stored in other than installation areas, store only in areas meeting
requirements specified for installation areas.

6.2.6 Installer shall advise Contractor of temperature and humidity requirements for finish carpentry
installation areas. Do not install finish carpentry until required temperature and relative
humidity have been stabilized and will be maintained in installation areas. Maintain
temperature and humidity in installation area as required to maintain moisture content of
installed finish carpentry within a one (1) percent tolerance of optimum moisture content, from
date of installation through remainder of construction period. The fabricator of woodwork shall
determine optimum moisture content and required temperature and humidity conditions.
Actual sizes are shown, except as otherwise indicated. Moisture Content of Softwood
Lumber: Provide kiln-dried (KD) lumber having moisture content from time of manufacture
until time of installation not greater than values required by the applicable grading rules of the
respective grading and inspecting agency for the species and product indicated.

6.2.7 Provide kiln-dried (KD) lumber having moisture content from time of manufacture until time of
installation within the ranges required in the referenced woodworking standard.

6.2.8 Use pieces made of solid lumber stock for items of transparent finish. Finger glue joints on
longitudinal pieces will not be permitted. Lumber for transparent finish shall be clear and free
from knots and pitch pockets. At Contractor's option, pieces with finger glue joints not closer
than twenty-four (24") inches may be used for items to receive painted finish. Lumber for
standing and running trim for transparent finish shall be plain sawn maple or birch
manufactured to sizes and patterns (profile) shown from selected First Grade lumber (NHLA);
complying with following grade requirements of referenced woodworking standard, for quality
of materials and manufacture. All trim shall match similar trim in the existing building if not
detailed in the plans. Standing and Running Trim for Painted Finish: Any Western Pine
species graded and inspected by WWPA complying with the following requirements:

6.2.8.1 Grade for Special (Custom) Sizes and Patterns: Custom for quality of materials and
manufacture as required in referenced woodworking standard.

6.2.9 Provide nails, screws and other anchoring devices of the proper type, size, material and finish
for application indicated to provide secure attachment, concealed where possible, and
complying with applicable Federal Specifications. Where finish carpentry is exposed on
exterior or in areas of high relative humidity, provide fasteners and anchorages with a hot-
dipped zinc coating (ASTM A 153).

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6.2.10 Condition wood materials to average prevailing humidity conditions in installation areas prior
to installing. Backprime lumber for painted finish exposed on the exterior or, where indicated,
to moisture and high relative humidity on the interior. Comply with requirements of section on
painting for primers and their application.

6.2.11 Meet at project site prior to delivery of finish carpentry materials and review coordination and
environmental controls required for proper installation and ambient conditioning in areas to
receive work. Include in meeting the Contractor, Engineering Assistant and other Owner
Representatives (if any), Installers of finish carpentry, wet work, including dry wallers, other
finishes, painting, mechanical work and electrical work, and firms and persons responsible for
continued operation (whether temporary or permanent) of HVAC system as required to
maintain temperature and humidity conditions. Proceed with finish carpentry on interior only
when everyone concerned agrees that required ambient conditions can be properly
maintained.

6.2.12 Discard units of material which are unsound, warped, bowed, twisted, improperly treated, not
adequately seasoned or too small to fabricate work with minimum of joints or optimum jointing
arrangements, or which are of defective manufacture with respect to surfaces, sizes or
patterns.

Install the work plumb, level, true and straight with no distortions. Shim as required using
concealed shims. Install to a tolerance of one eighth (⅛) inch in eight (8) feet for plumb and
level, and with one sixteenth (1/16) inch maximum offset in flush adjoining, and one eighth (⅛)
inch maximum offsets in revealed adjoining surfaces. Scribe and cut work to fit adjoining work
and refinish cut surfaces or repair damaged finish at cuts. Install standing and running trim
with minimum number of joints possible, using full-length pieces (from maximum length of
lumber available) to the greatest extent possible. Stagger joints in adjacent and related
members. Cope at returns and interior work at corners, to produce tight fitting joints with full
surface contact throughout length of joint. Use scarf joints for end-to-end joints. Anchor finish
carpentry work to anchorage devices or blocking built-in or directly attached to substrates.
Secure to grounds, stripping and blocking with countersunk, concealed fasteners and blind
nailing as required for a complete installation. Except where pre-finished matching fastener
heads are required, use fine finishing nail for exposed nailing’s, countersunk and filled flush
with finished surface, and matching final finish where transparent is indicated. Interior doors
shall be hung in jambs with uniform one eighth (⅛) inch to three-thirty-seconds (3/32) inch
clearance on both sides and top, bottoms shall be five-eighth (⅝) inch from finish floors, except
in carpeted areas where door bottoms shall be cut to "just-clear" carpet without dragging. All
mortises for hardware shall be cut neat and clean for hardware to be tight fitting. Strike edge
of door shall be beveled to ensure constant opening clearance. Where applied wooden
doorstop is used, miter bottom end back to jamb and hold 3" from floor.

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6.2.13 Repair damaged and defective finish carpentry work wherever possible to eliminate defects
functionally and visually; where not possible to repair properly, replace woodwork. Adjust
joinery for uniform appearance. Clean finish carpentry work on exposed and semi-exposed
surfaces. Touch-up shop-applied finishes to restore damaged or soiled areas. Refer to
section on painting for final finishing of installed finish carpentry work. Installer of finish
carpentry work shall advise Contractor of final protection and maintained conditions necessary
to ensure that work will be without damage or deterioration at time of acceptance.

END OF SECTION

7 INSULATION AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

7.1 GENERAL

Work under this section consists of furnishing all labor, materials and equipment necessary
for and incidental to the complete and proper installation of all thermal building insulation and
moisture protection related work as shown on the drawings or specified herein, and in
accordance with all applicable requirements of the Contract Documents. Work within this
Section shall be completely coordinated with work of all other trades. The material and
installation shall conform to all applicable and local building code requirements, and all
authorities having jurisdiction.

7.1.1 Applications of insulation specified in this section include, but is not limited to the following:

7.1.1.1 Foundation wall insulation.

7.1.1.2 Rigid insulation sheathing.

7.1.1.3 Cavity wall insulation.

7.1.1.4 Ceiling insulation.

7.1.2 Thicknesses indicated are for thermal resistance (r-value at 75F) per inch thickness specified
for each material. Provide adjusted thickness as directed for equivalent use for material
having a different thermal resistance. Where space constraints limit the thickness, provide
insulation of r-value equal to or better than that specified. Provide insulation complying with
indicated standards.

7.1.3 Submit manufacturer's product specifications and installation instructions for each type of
insulation and vapor barrier material required. With product data, submit copies of certified
test report showing compliance with specified performance values, including r-values (aged
values for plastic insulation’s), densities, compression strengths, burning characteristics, perm
ratings, water absorption ratings and similar ratings.

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manufacturer's brand and name clearly marked thereon. Protect insulations from physical
damage and from becoming wet, soiled, or covered with ice or snow. Comply with
manufacturer's recommendations for handling, storage and protection during installation.
Protection for Plastic Insulation:

7.1.4.1 Do not expose to sunlight, except to extent necessary for period of installation and
concealment.

7.1.4.2 Protect against ignition at all times. Do not deliver plastic insulating materials to project site
ahead of installation time. Complete installation and concealment of plastic materials as
rapidly as possible in each area of work.

7.1.5 Rigid closed-cell, extruded, expanded polystyrene insulation board, Type IV, min twenty (20)
psi compressive strength, 0.3% maximum water absorption; 1.1 perm-inch max. water vapor
transmission; manufacturer's standard lengths and widths.

Manufacturer: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products of one of the


following:

7.1.5.1 Dow Chemical Co.; Midland, Michigan

7.1.5.2 UC Industries/U.S. Gypsum; Chicago, Illinois

7.1.5.3 Minnesota Diversified Products, Inc.; New Brighton , Minnesota

7.1.5.3.1 Provide extruded polystyrene board insulation for the following applications where shown
on the plans:

7.1.5.3.1.1 Foundation wall insulation.

7.1.5.3.1.2 Perimeter under floor insulation.

7.1.5.3.1.3 Exterior office walls

7.1.6 Unfaced insulation shall be Owens-Corning Fiberglass, [4” = R-13, 6” = R-19, 8” = R-25]
Certified R-value of 25 or approved equal. The composite product shall have a 25-flame
spread rating or less and a 50 smoke-developed rating or less as tested in accordance with
UL 723. Materials shall be delivered to job in manufacturer's original unopened packages with
manufacturer's brand and name clearly marked thereon. Protect insulation from physical
damage and from becoming wet, soiled, or covered with ice or snow. Comply with
manufacturer's recommendations for handling, storage, and protection during installation.

7.1.6.1 Work performed under this section shall include, but is not limited to the following:

7.1.6.1.1 Installation of six (6) inch X sixteen (16) inch unfaced insulation over suspended ceiling.Prior

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to all work of this section, carefully inspect the installed work of other trades and verify that
such work is complete to the point where installation of the unfaced insulation may properly
commence.

7.1.6.2 Verify that the unfaced insulation may be installed in accordance with the drawing,
specifications, and manufacturer recommendations. Install unfaced insulation over
suspended ceiling system, including light fixtures. All unfaced insulation pieces shall be
butted together tightly to reduce the amount of thermal and acoustical losses.

7.1.7 Rigid wall insulation sheathing board shall be Thermax Foil Faced, Polyisocyanurate Foam
Insulation Board, Series 600, as manufactured by Celotex Corp., or approved equal.
Thickness and "R" value shall be as shown on the plans. Insulation sheathing shall be
attached to exterior surface of metal studs using a construction adhesive equal to "Liquid
Nails" as manufactured by MACCO ADHESIVES, THE GLIDDEN CO., CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Boards may be applied in vertical or horizontal position and shall be butted tightly together
with vertical joints meeting over studs and horizontal joints staggered a minimum of 16"
wherever possible. Boards shall be held in place, allowing glue to set, using mechanical
fastenings such as self-tapping screws using care not to rupture the surface "skin" of the
insulation board. All joints butting at locations other than over studs shall be sealed with a
minimum two (2) inch duct tape as manufactured by 3M or approved equal.

7.1.8 Vapor Barrier, six (6) & eight (8) mil polyethylene film, with laboratory-tested vapor
transmission rating shown on packaging for each natural color. Adhesive for Bonding
Insulation: Type recommended by insulation manufacturer and complying with fire-resistance
requirements. Mechanical Anchors: Type and size shown or, if not shown, as recommended
by insulation manufacturer for type of application and condition of substrate. Mastic Sealer:
Type recommended by insulation manufacturer for bonding edge joints between units and
filling voids in work.

7.1.9 Installer must examine substrates and conditions under which insulation work is to be
performed and must notify Contractor in writing of unsatisfactory conditions. Do not proceed
with insulation work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in manner acceptable
to Installer. Clean substrates of substances harmful to insulation or vapor barriers, including
removal of projections, which might puncture vapor barriers. Installation shall comply with the
following for all types.

7.1.9.1 Comply with manufacturer's instructions for particular conditions of installation in each case.
If printed instructions are not available or do not apply to project conditions, consult
manufacturer's technical representative for specific recommendations before proceeding
with work.

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around obstructions, and fill voids with insulation. Remove projections, which interfere with
placement.

7.1.9.3 Apply a single layer of insulation of required thickness, unless otherwise shown or required
to make up total thickness.

7.1.9.4 Apply insulation units to substrate by method indicated, complying with manufacturer's
recommendations. If no specific method is indicated, bond units to substrate with units.

7.1.9.5 Stuff loose fiber insulation into miscellaneous voids and cavity spaces, for continuity of
insulation. Compact to approximately 40% of normal maximum volume (to a density of
approximately 2.5 lbs. per cu. ft.).

7.1.9.6 Kraft paper facing shall be PSK standard duty on exterior walls and ceiling application of
fiberglass blanket insulation shall be overlapped at framing member to provide continuity of
vapor barrier.

7.1.10 Perimeter Insulation

7.1.10.1 Perimeter insulation, two (2) inch by twenty-four (4) inch rigid closed cell Styrofoam
insulation shall be installed on the inside of the foundation walls below the floor level. On
vertical surfaces, set units in adhesive applied in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions to provide uninterrupted perimeter insulation. Use type of adhesive
recommended by manufacturer of insulation. Foam shall be laid on the gravel fill extending
into the building twenty four (24) inch as shown in detail under the concrete floor. Perimeter
insulation shall be installed under the office area.

7.1.10.2 Expanded foam-type sill seal shall be placed under all exterior wall plates. Seal shall be full
width of bottom plate and shall be continuous. End-to-end splices shall be cut on a forty-
five (45) degree diagonal and glued together with a foam compatible construction adhesive.

7.1.11 Side wall Insulating Sheathing

7.1.11.1 All exterior vertical surfaces of metal wall studs shall be covered with Dow Chemical, Blue
Board or approved equal.

7.1.11.2 Blue Board shall be one half (½) inch thickness and shall be installed in four (4) feet X eight
(8) feet full sheets wherever possible. All joints shall be straight cut and tight fitting. Blue
Board shall be cut clean and tight fitting at all door and window or other openings in the
exterior walls.

7.1.12 Roof of building shall be covered with six (6) inch thick fiberglass insulation backed with
reinforced white plastic vapor barrier. The exterior walls of the main building shall be insulated
with four (4) inch thick, fiberglass insulation backed with reinforced white plastic vapor barrier.

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Insulation shall be placed over structural members and secured and held in place by
mechanical fastening of wall panels. Roof panels shall be installed using standoff brackets or
solid thermal blocks to prevent compression of insulation over roof girts.

7.1.13 Exterior walls of office and rest rooms shall be insulated with full thick three and one half (3½)
inch Kraft paper-faced fiberglass insulation.

7.1.14 Interior walls between office and rest rooms shall be full height, floor to underside of roof deck,
and shall be insulated with full-thick three and one half (3½) inch Kraft paper-faced fiberglass
insulation.

7.1.15 Office insulation shall be fiberglass insulation suspended between the purlin. Insulation shall
provide an “R” value of 19 or better.

7.1.16 Vapor Barrier Installation

7.1.16.1 General: Extend vapor barrier to extremities of areas to be protected from vapor
transmission. Secure in place with adhesives or other anchorage system as indicated or as
required. Extend vapor barriers to cover miscellaneous voids in insulated substrates,
including those, which have been stuffed with loose fiber-type insulation.

7.1.16.2 Seal joints/seams in vapor barriers, seal to objects penetrating barriers, and seal to other
surfaces at extremities of coverage by lapping with adhesive or taping to form a continuous
barrier.

7.1.16.3 Repair punctures and tears in vapor barriers, immediately before concealment by other
work. Cover with adhesive applied vapor barrier material or with self-adhesive vapor barrier
tape.

7.1.17 Protect installed insulation and vapor barriers from harmful weather exposures and from
possible physical abuses, where possible by prompt installation of concealing work or, where
that is not possible, by temporary covering or enclosure. Installer shall advise Contractor of
exposure hazards, including possible sources of deterioration and fire hazards.

END OF SECTION

7.2 CAULKING

Contractor shall furnish all labor, material, equipment, and perform all operations in connection
with the installation of all joint fillers and caulking in accordance with this specification and the
applicable drawings.

7.2.1 Work performed under this section shall include, but is not limited to the following:

7.2.1.1 Caulk all concrete floor control joints, expansion joints, and other joints.

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7.2.1.2 Clean out and caulk joints between exterior metal aluminum doors, and window frames and
masonry.

7.2.1.3 At all building control and/or expansion joints where caulking is shown or required.

7.2.1.4 At all cut stone joints.

7.2.1.5 Clean out and caulk all other joints needing to be sealed whether or not shown or specified.

7.2.2 Caulking materials shall consist of the following types:

7.2.2.1 Interior Caulking: Oleo-resinous type as manufactured by Pecora Chemical Co., Tremco
Co., DAP, Inc. or approved equal.

7.2.2.2 Exterior caulking sealant shall be a one (1) part liquid Polymer Acrylic Base Sealant equal
to Mono as manufactured by Tremco. Color shall match as nearly as possible, the adjoining
surfaces.

7.2.2.3 Joints where concrete slabs or walks adjoin the building shall be sealed with Sonolastic
Paving Joint Sealant as manufactured by Sonneborne-Contech. or approved equal.
Expansion joint material shall be lowered to the proper depth and the joint properly prepared
to receive the sealant.

7.2.2.4 Primers, bond breakers, solvents, cleaning agents, and other accessory materials shall be
used as recommended in the literature of the manufacturer of the particular sealant or
caulking being used.

7.2.2.5 Joint filler shall be polyurethane foam or polyvinyl foam as recommended by the
manufacturer of the sealant. The foam shall have high extension and compression and
show exceptional durability against rot or mildew.

7.2.3 All work covered by these specifications, including the application of the joint back up material
and the installation of all sealant and caulks shall be performed by a professional caulking
contractor who has had at least five (5) years of field experience in the caulking business.

7.2.4 Submit samples of each type of material specified together with manufacturer's literature for
approval of the Engineering Assistant before ordering material. Samples shall be submitted
at least thirty (30) days before work is to begin.

7.2.5 Preparation of joints to be caulked shall be as follows:

7.2.5.1 Thoroughly clean all joints, removing all foreign matter such as dust, oil, grease, water,
surface dirt, and frost. Caulking must be applied to the base surface.

7.2.5.2 Bond breaker shall be applied to backs of joints where no backing materials occur. Apply

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in uniform strip so sealant cannot bond to back of joint. Do not allow bond breaker on sides
of joints. Suggested material shall be polyethylene film.

7.2.5.3 Follow the specific sealant manufacturer’s printed recommendations regarding the use of
primers on various substrates. Allow primer to become tack-free before applying sealant.

7.2.5.4 All joints to receive caulking shall be as herein specified and as shown on contract drawings.
Do not caulk joints until they are in compliance with these specifications and the contract
drawings. The condition of the joints shall receive approval from the Engineering Assistant
before work is to begin.

7.2.5.5 Joints to receive caulking shall be a minimum of one quarter (¼) inch wide by one quarter
(¼) inch deep, except as otherwise detailed or specified.

7.2.6 Install backup material or joint filler of type and size specified at proper depth in joint to provide
caulking dimensions as detailed and specified. Back up material shall be of suitable size and
shape so that, when compressed (25 - 50%), it will fit in joints as required. Caulking shall not
be applied without back up material and, if necessary, bond breaker strip. Use specified bond
breaker strip between caulking and supporting type back up material. Bond breaker strip shall
be used in all joints where sufficient room for back up does not exist.

7.2.6.1 Do not apply sealant when temperature is below 40F. In cold weather, warm sealant to 60
- 80F. for ease of application. Joint surfaces shall be dry and free of all foreign materials.
Apply sealant to form uniform smooth surface. Tool surface with soapy water or solvent-
moistened tool. Do not work surface after skin forms.

7.2.7 Remove excess sealant from surfaces adjoining joints with solvent recommended by sealant
manufacturer, such as toluol, xylol, or lacquer solvent before sealant starts to harden; or allow
sealant to cure hard, then remove excess by rubbing with a scraper or by cutting neatly with
a sharp knife. All finished work shall be left in neat clean condition.

7.2.8 For joint widths of 1/4" or less, the depth of caulking shall be one quarter (¼) inch. For joint
widths of one quarter (¼) inch to three quarter (¾) inch, the depth of caulking shall be three
eights (⅜) inch. For joints exceeding three quarter (¾) inch in width, depth of caulking shall
be as directed by the caulking manufacturer and the Engineering Assistant.

7.2.8.1 Guarantee that specified work shall be free from defects of materials, workmanship for two
(2) years from date of final certificate.

7.2.8.2 Repair replace only such defective work which becomes defective during guarantee term,
without extra cost to the Owner.

7.2.8.3 The following types of failures will be adjudged defective work: leakage, hardening,
cracking, crumbling, melting, shrinking, or running of caulking, or staining of adjacent work

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by caulking.

END OF SECTION

8 DOORS, WINDOWS AND GLASS

8.1 HOLLOW METAL FRAMES

The work covered by this section of the specifications consists of furnishing of all labor,
equipment, appliances and materials and in performing all operations in connection with the
providing of pressed steel door frames and view-window frames, hollow metal flush doors,
etc., for all openings where indicated, complete in strict accordance with this section of the
specifications and the applicable drawings, and subject to the terms and conditions of the
contract.

8.1.1 Steel for hollow metal work shall be of the best quality, open hearth sheet steel furniture stock,
full pickled, full cold rolled, double annealed, patent leveled, free from scale, pitting, rust,
surface or internal defects. Gages herein referred to in connection with steel sheets are United
States Standard.

8.1.2 Shop drawings shall indicate: Elevations of each door type, details of each frame type,
location in building for each item, conditions at openings with various wall thickness and
materials, size, shape and thickness of materials, joints and connections.

8.1.3 Insofar as possible, execute fittings, constructing and fabricating at shop, ready for delivery
and erection at buildings. Connections shall be made using welded seams and joints including
reinforcements. Fit and fabricate accurately, with surfaces free from warp, wave, buckle and
other defects; make all corners and angles square unless otherwise indicated. Set members
in proper alignment with surfaces straight and to true plane. Make molds, edges and arises
straight and sharp, unless coved or bull-nosed are indicated. Miters and joints shall be well-
formed. Make welded joints continuous, neat, clean, smooth and flush with surface of base
metal. Make exposed face jointing invisible. Provide effective bracing and supports for
movable parts. Units broke down for shipment shall be properly joined, welded and ground
smooth by the manufacturer.

8.1.4 Provide concealed reinforcement of sheet or bar steel for hardware and for attached work
where required by field conditions, as indicated. Use hardware reinforcement of sufficient size
to receive screws and bolts, used for fastening hardware. Hardware reinforcement shall be
of form and dimensions required to stiffen member properly against strains transmitted
through hardware. Drill and tap work as required for hardware attachment and for other
indicated attached work. Locate drilling and tapping by template to secure accurate alignment.

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8.1.5 Install work in correct locations, in alignment, plumb and to true planes. Make breaks, angles
and corners square with walls. Set work that is to be built in, correctly, and maintain until
enclosed or built in and, except for moving parts, fasten securely in place and make rigid. Do
required blocking and wedging for frames and hardware.

8.1.6 Doors and frames shall receive a shop coat of baked-on rust-inhibitive primer.

8.1.6.1 Clean metal thoroughly. Remove rust and scale. Wash with benzene until oil, grease, sand,
dirt and other foreign substances are removed.

8.1.6.2 Give exposed and unexposed surfaces rust inhibiting paint coat applied by spray and baked
as herein specified.

8.1.6.3 Use materials that are best of their respective kind. Each coat shall be applied evenly and
baked at proper temperature for time cycle recommended by paint manufacturer to secure
maximum protection. Baked primer finishes shall be free from crease, cracks and bubbles.

8.1.6.4 Package and protect finished hollow metal work specified herein. Carefully store hollow
metal work at site in upright position, protect from elements on wood blocking, in manner to
prevent damage, marring of finish.

8.1.6.5 Finish color by Owner.

8.1.7 Overhead doors shall be located and sized as shown on plans. Doors shall be vertical-lift
sectional doors,592 Series Thermacore Insulated Steel Doors by Overhead Door Corporation
or approved equal.

8.1.7.1 Sectional Door Assembly: Metal/foam/metal sandwich panel construction, with EPDM
thermal break and ship-lap design with rounded water channels. Units shall have the
following characteristics:

8.1.7.1.1 Panel Thickness: two (2) inch

8.1.7.1.2 Exterior Surface: Ribbed, textured.

8.1.7.1.3 Exterior Steel: 0.016, hot-dipped galvanized.

8.1.7.1.4 End Stiles: 16 gauge with thermal break.

8.1.7.1.5 Standard Springs; 10,000 cycles. (High cycles.)

8.1.7.1.6 Insulation: CFC-free and HCFC-free polyurethane, fully encapsulated.

8.1.7.1.7 Thermal Values: R-value of 17.50; U-value of 0.057.

8.1.7.1.8 Air Infiltration: 0.08 cfm at 15 mph; 0.13 cfm at 25 mph.

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8.1.7.1.9 Partial Glazing of Steel Panels Insulated double strength glass.

8.1.7.1.10 Finish and Color: Two coat baked-on polyester with white exterior and interior color.

8.1.7.1.11 Windload Design: ANSI/NAGDM 102 standards and as required by code.

8.1.7.1.12 Hardware: Galvanized steel hinges and fixtures. Ball bearing rollers with hardened steel
races.

8.1.7.1.13 Lock: Interior mounted slide lock.

8.1.7.1.14 Weather-stripping: EPDM rubber tube seals fitted inside joints between sections. EPDM
rubber bulb-type strip at bottom. (Header seal and jamb weather-stripping.

8.1.7.1.15 Track: Provide track as recommended by manufacturer to suit loading required and
clearances available.

8.1.7.1.16 Electric Motor Operation: Provide UL listed electric operator, size and type as recommended
by manufacturer to move door in either direction at not less than two thirds (⅔) foot nor more
than one (1) foot per second.

8.1.7.1.17 Operation Controls Push-button operated control stations with open, close, and stop buttons
for flush mounting, for interior location.

8.1.7.2 PREPARATION

8.1.8 Take field dimension and examine conditions of substrates, supports, and other conditions
under which this work is to be performed. Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory
conditions are corrected.

8.1.9 INSTALLATION

8.1.9.1 Strictly comply with manufacturers installation instructions and recommendations.


Coordinate installation with adjacent work to ensure proper clearances and allow for
maintenance.

8.1.9.2 Instruct Owners personnel in proper operating procedures and maintenance schedule.

8.1.9.3 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

8.1.9.4 Test sectional doors for proper operation and adjust as necessary to provide proper
operation without binding or distortion. Sectional Doors.

8.1.9.5 Touch-up damaged coatings and finishes and repair minor damage. If damage cannot be
repaired to the satisfaction of the Engineering Assistant or Owner, replace with new. Clean
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manufacturer of material or product being cleaned.

END OF SECTION

8.2 STEEL DOOR FRAMES

Furnish and install steel doors for locations as shown on working drawings and/or as required
to complete the project. Materials and construction shall be as follows:

8.2.1 Gages

8.2.1.1 Interior frames -16 gage

8.2.1.2 Galvanized 1.25 oz. per sq./ft

8.2.1.3 Exterior Door Frames - galvanized

8.2.1.4 1.25 oz. per sq./ft. -14 gage

8.2.1.5 Fillers as required

8.2.2 Hardware Reinforcements: Prepare frames to receive mortise type hardware. Spot weld
reinforcing plates to inner surface of frames, hinges, locks, latches, and other hardware
locations. Hinge reinforcements shall be three sixteenth (3/16) inch thick steel, ten (10) inches
long. All other hardware reinforcement shall be 12-gage steel. Where door closures or
brackets are required, use 12 gage steel reinforcing plates. Drill and tap necessary holes for
field installation of mortise type hardware from templates furnished to frame manufacturer by
hardware supplier. Provide suitable reinforcements for surface applied hardware of 14 gage
steel minimum. Provide doors with minimum clearance necessary for operation without
binding.

8.2.3 Anchors: Provide each side of frames with four (4) fixed anchors. Provide frames with 14
gage adjustable floor anchors attached to base section of the frame with self-tapping sheet
metal screws. Anchors shall be punched for attaching to floor, two holes each anchor.
Anchors for gypsum wallboard construction shall be welded to frame.

8.2.4 Head Reinforcing: For door openings wider than forty two (42) inches and multiple openings,
reinforce head members full length with 12-gage steel channel.

8.2.5 Install steel door frames in accordance with final shop drawings, manufacturer's data, and as
herein specified. Comply with provisions of SDI-105 "Recommended Erection Instructions
For Steel Frames" unless otherwise indicated.

8.2.6 Set frames accurately, plumb, true and in exact position designated. Set frames in position
and brace securely until permanent anchors are set. After wall construction is completed,

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remove temporary braces and spreaders leaving surfaces smooth and undamaged.

8.2.7 To set frames in masonry construction, locate three (3) wall anchors per jamb adjacent to
hinge location on hinge jamb and at corresponding heights on strike jamb. Acceptable
anchors include masonry wire anchors and masonry tee anchors. Hollow frames to be
sloughed full with mortar.

8.2.8 For installation at existing concrete or masonry construction, provide three (3) completed
opening anchors per jamb, located as above, set frames and secure to adjacent construction
with bolts and masonry anchorage devices. Fill frames with mortar as in 8.2.3 above.

8.2.9 In metal stud partitions, install at least three (3) wall anchors per jamb, spaced as above. In
closed steel stud partitions, attach wall anchors to studs with screws. If wood blocking is used,
nail anchors in place to blocking. When hollow metal frames are placed in an insulated wall,
fill frame with same specified insulation.

END OF SECTION

8.3 HOLLOW METAL DOORS

Hollow metal doors shall be of type, design and sizes indicated. Provide in thickness as shown
on the Drawings. Material and construction shall be as follows:

8.3.1 Exterior and interior doors shall be 16 gauge galvanized 1.25 oz. per sq./ft. with proper
bonderizing of welded surfaces to be rust-resistant finish.

8.3.2 Construct flush-type doors with two plates of 16-gauge metal locked together with 18-gauge
interlocking members welded to plate and dressed to produce invisible joints. Doors shall be
formed of galvanized or zinc coated material. Space z-bar or channel stiffeners and clip
reinforcements not over six (6) inches apart and extend vertically through full door height and
spot weld to cover sheet not over four (4) inches apart. Provide doors with linings and fillings
of suitable sound deadening material to reduce metallic ring. Provide weep holes on bottom
of doors.

8.3.3 Provide doors with continuous channels at tops. Such channels shall act as stiffeners and
shall be welded full width to form solid flush edges with concealed flanges. Where glass lights
are required, integral molded glazing stops with doorplate or with stiles, rails, as required.
Dress doors smoothly to produce invisible joints.

8.3.4 The General Contractor shall be responsible for removal of protective materials and cleaning
of all metal surfaces in accordance with the door manufacturer's recommendations. Metal
shall be prepared to receive finish painting as specified in other sections of these
specifications.

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8.3.5 Provide for locations as shown on working drawings, Underwriter's labeled doors and frames
for ratings as indicated.

END OF SECTION

8.4 GLASS AND GLAZING

The General Contractor shall provide all items, articles, materials, operations or methods
listed, mentioned or scheduled in the drawings and/or herein, including all labor, materials,
equipment and incidentals necessary and required for their completions. See drawings type,
sizes and location of glass required.

8.4.1 Sizes for glass shall be taken from actual frames and sash. This work contemplates all glass
set in place and the contractor shall assume all responsibility in regard to correct sizes. Sizes,
if shown on the drawings are approximate, and shall be used for estimates only. Glass shall
be graded in accordance with Federal Specifications DD-G-451C, unless otherwise specified.
All glass shall bear the manufacturer's label, giving manufacturer's name, quality, weight, and
thickness.

8.4.2 Without intending to limit or restrict the volume of work required, materials shall generally
consist of the following:

8.4.2.1 Plate glass: Shall be glazing quality polished plate one-quarter (¼) inch thick, free from all
defects.

8.4.2.2 Tinted plate glass: Shall be one-quarter (¼) inch tinted, free from all defects.

8.4.3 Regardless of any specific reference to thickness or strength of glazing materials herein and
except when a greater thickness may otherwise by specified, glass furnished for Vinyl Clad
Windows shall meet or exceed the thickness required by Section 3 of ANSI/AAMA 302.9 1977.

8.4.4 All glass shall be set in such a way that there will be equal bearing the entire width of each
panel, and with proper clearance for contraction and expansion. Glass shall be set without
springing. Glass shall be accurately cut to fit the frame and all edges shall be smooth, no
sharp edges being left. The contractor is responsible for broken glass due to improper setting.
Set glass with waves running horizontally.

8.4.5 Glazing materials shall be used in strict accordance with manufacturer's printed directions and
shall be neatly run in straight lines parallel with inside of glazing rebate. Use spacers to insure
a uniform thickness of glazing compound.

8.4.6 Do not proceed with installation of sealant or glazing under adverse weather conditions, or
when temperatures are below or above manufacturer's recommended limitations for
installation.

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8.4.7 Comply with indicated standards.

8.4.8 Insulating Glass: Two sheets of one quarter (¼) inch thick glass as specified separated by a
one half (½) inch thick sealed space containing dry air with -20F dew point, with Class A
sealant-type edge construction to maintain a hermetic seal.

8.4.9 Provide color of exposed sealant/compound to match frame units from manufacturer's
standard colors. Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for selection of hardness,
depending upon the location of each application, conditions at time of installation, and
performance requirements as indicated. Select materials and variations or modifications
carefully for compatibility with surfaces contacted in the installation. Sealant/compound shall
not stain or discolor frame units.

8.4.10 Two-part Polysulfide Glazing Sealing: Elastomeric polysulfide sealant complying with FS TT-
S-227, Class A, Type 2; specially compounded and tested to show a minimum of 20 years
resistance to deterioration in normal glazing application.

8.4.11 One-part Silicone Rubber Glazing Sealant: Elastomeric silicone sealant complying with FS
TT-S-001543, Class A, nonsag. Provide acid type recommended by manufacturer where only
nonporous bond surfaces are contacted; provide non-acid type recommended by
manufacturer where one or more porous bond surfaces are contacted.

8.4.12 Glass in hollow metal frames using glazing beads or stops shall be set in felt channel inserts
or bedded in glazing compound and shall be baked and face-glazed with glazing compound
to prevent rattling. Glazing beads or stops shall be properly reset. Joints shall be watertight.

8.4.13 Upon completion, this contractor shall remove and replace with new glass, any broken or
defective lights and shall remove all labels, putty, sealant or stains that might adversely affect
the final cleaning.

END OF SECTION

8.5 ALUMINUM DOORS, FRAMES, AND RELATED MATERIALS

The work covered under this division includes the furnishing and installation of aluminum
doors and frames as herein specified. It includes the furnishing of all materials except as
otherwise specified; labor, services, operation, equipment necessary for the installation of the
aluminum doors, frames, and hardware.

8.5.1 Labor and materials shall meet requirements and recommendations of applicable portions of
standards listed.

8.5.1.1 Architectural Aluminum Manufacturer's Association (AAMA)

8.5.1.2 American Standards Association (ASA)

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8.5.1.3 American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM)

8.5.2 Shop drawings shall indicate: Elevations of each door type, details of each frame type,
location in building for each item, conditions at openings with various wall thickness and
materials, size, shape and thickness of materials, joints and connections.

8.5.3 Exterior main entrance door shall be a three (3) foot X seven (7) foot Kawneer or approved
equal store front aluminum entrance door. Aluminum door and frame shall be anodized color
by owner from samples supplied by contractor. Door shall be full height glass with push-pull
bars and head jamb mounted closer. Frame shall be hollow “U” channel frame filled with
polyurethane insulation and secured to rough frame with manufacture’s concealed brackets
and aluminum countersink machine screws. Door shall be fitted with rim lock dead bolt.

8.5.4 Materials for fabrication of aluminum doors and frames shall be as follows:

8.5.4.1 Aluminum doors and frames shall be series "350" medium stile outswing aluminum
storefront door as manufactured by Kawneer or approved equal.

8.5.4.2 Door side rails shall be 3-17/32", top rail 3-17/32" and bottom rail 6-17/32".

8.5.4.3 Doors shall be fabricated of extruded hollow aluminum tubes with no exposed seams.
Frames shall be extruded tubes, with wall thickness not less than one eight (⅛) inch. Trim
molding shall not be less than one sixteenth (1/16) inch. Anchor brackets at joints and
reinforcement for hardware shall be completely concealed and fastened in place without
being detectable on visible surface. Mechanical joints of doors and frames shall be
accurately milled to a hairline watertight joint. Glazing members to be of such design that it
is snapped in, eliminating use of screws.

8.5.4.4 Frame size shall be one (1¾) inch X four and a half (4½) inch X one eighty (⅛) inch, for
doorframes and fixed window units.

8.5.4.5 Doors shall be weather-stripped on three sides with vinyl bulb installed in the door and/or
frames. A weathered adjustable astragal with stainless steel backing shall be provided at
the meeting stiles of pairs of doors. On exterior doors, provide door sweep on inside and
outside of door.

8.5.4.6 Grid framing material shall be the "Core" system as manufactured by Kawneer Co. or
approved equal. Framing members shall be of aluminum alloy 6063-T5 extruded aluminum.
All screws, miscellaneous fastening devices and internal components shall be of stainless
steel or corrosion-resistant materials of enough strength to perform the function for which
they are used.

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8.5.4.8 All assemblies shall be secured internally by means of face clips of special form, in such
manner as to be positively held against disassembly in the event of glass breakage.

8.5.4.9 Members shall provide for flush glazing on all sides, with through sight lines and with no
projecting stops or face joints.

8.5.4.10 A protective coating consisting of two coats of clear Methacrylate lacquer or equal product
shall be applied over the final finish.

8.5.5 Hardware shall be installed under this section. Hardware will be US260 dull chrome. Door
closures shall have sprayed enamel finish. Provide all cutouts and reinforcement to comply
with hardware requirements.

8.5.6 All exposed aluminum shall be finished. Provide all required accessories including closure
angles for a complete installation as shown on working drawings or as required for a complete
job.

8.5.7 All aluminum materials adjoining and coming in contact with mortar, concrete plaster or other
masonry materials shall be given one heavy brush coat of alkali resistant bituminous paint or
zinc chromate.

8.5.8 Secure all frames, trim and related items in a neat workmanlike manner. All units shall be set
plumb and true. Irregular conditions in the building, affecting doors and aluminum frame
installation shall be reported to the Engineering Assistant by letter. No installation shall be
done until such corrections are made. All fastenings shall be concealed insofar as possible.
Attach all hardware. Where moldings are joined, they shall be accurately cut and fitted to result
in a tightly closed joint. After erection, adequately protect all exposed portions of the aluminum
framing from damage by contact with other building materials or construction procedures.
After glazing and sealing is completed, all aluminum and hardware shall be cleaned.

END OF SECTION

8.6 FINISH HARDWARE

Work under this Section consists of furnishing all labor, materials, related services, tools, and
equipment necessary for, and incidental to, the complete and proper furnishing and installation
of all finish hardware items as shown or scheduled on Drawings or specified herein in
accordance with all applicable requirements of the contract Documents and completely
coordinated with work of all other trades.

8.6.1 All items of architectural hardware shall be furnished with US26D - Dull chrome or US28 as
numbers may indicate. Door closures shall have a sprayed enamel finish.

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the requirements of the Underwriters Laboratories and must comply in every respect with all
applicable building codes.

8.6.3 The firm supplying hardware for this project shall employ an Architectural Hardware
Consultant member of the Door & Hardware Institute, or a person of equivalent competence
who is approved by the Engineering Assistant, who shall be available during all phases of
construction for consultation and technical assistance.

8.6.4 Product Data: Submit manufacturer's technical information for each item of hardware. Include
whatever information may be necessary to show compliance with requirements and include
instructions for installation and for maintenance of operating parts and finish.

8.6.5 Hardware Schedule: Submit, through the general Contractor, within thirty (30) days after
receipt of a purchase contract, a completely detailed schedule, in five (5) copies, listing all
hardware and related items, and services to be supplied. The hardware schedule shall include
a listing of all doors by plan number and hardware set, and shall provide full information as to
the material of doors and frames, size, hand and swing of doors, and identification of hardware
items by brand, catalog number, size, finish, etc.

8.6.6 Physical samples of hardware to be supplied for this project, properly tagged for identification,
shall be submitted to the Engineering Assistant if so requested; the Engineering Assistant
shall retain such samples until hardware installation has been substantially completed, and
then delivered to the Contractor.

8.6.7 The hardware supplier shall provide schedules, template information, and any other required
pertinent data to the door and frame manufacturer(s) within ten days after receipt of the
approved finish hardware schedule. The hardware supplier shall be entirely responsible for
coordination among all trades and all fabricators for their work related to hardware.

8.6.7.1 The architectural hardware supplier shall submit to the Contractor four (4) copies of the
architectural hardware schedule listing all items of architectural hardware required to
complete the building with their proper markings and locations. Provide catalog cuts of all
hardware items included in the hardware schedule.

8.6.7.2 Templates shall be issued to the door and frame supplier for their use in preparing doors
and frames for hardware items.

8.6.7.3 The architectural hardware supplier shall coordinate his work with the suppliers of all doors
and frames in order that all work may progress at all possible speed.

8.6.7.4 Upon written request from the supplier of all doors and frames, the architectural hardware
supplier shall ship, prepaid to the destination other than the job site, all items of architectural
hardware necessary for installation in these doors and frames labeled with their proper

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numbers for easy coordination with the hardware schedule furnished by the supplier.

8.6.8 Review of the final hardware schedule, and inspection of hardware supplied to the job, will be
made by the Engineering Assistant or his designated representative.

8.6.9 All items of architectural hardware shall be packed in their original containers, complete with
all screws and marked with the proper identification mark with item numbers for easy
coordination with the architectural hardware furnished to the General Contractor.

8.6.10 No hardware shall be ordered, or delivered to the job, until approval of the hardware schedule
has been received from the Engineering Assistant. Approval of the schedule shall not relieve
the hardware supplier of fulfilling all the terms of the specifications.

8.6.11 Each item of hardware delivered to the job must be new, in the manufacturer's original
package, complete with all fastenings, and free from defects. Each item must be marked for
identification in accordance with the hardware and door schedule.

8.6.12 The General Contractor is responsible for the necessary protection of all items of architectural
hardware to ensure that knobs, handles, pulls, push plates, etc., are properly covered so as
to protect their finish until the completion of the building.

8.6.13 The General Contractor must supply the architectural hardware supplier with shop drawings
for both the doors and frames to enable the hardware supplier to verify the dimensions of
materials to be furnished and notify the supplier of any changes in the shop drawings, which
will affect the hardware.

8.6.14 A meeting of the Owner and the hardware supplier's agent will be arranged by the Hardware
Supplier through the Engineering Assistant to review the locking arrangements, and to devise
a keying system. If the requirement of this meeting is waived, the hardware supplier shall
submit a proposed keying system for the Engineering Assistant's approval and/or correction.

8.6.15 Obtain and deliver the following to the Owner:

8.6.15.1 Copy of the finish hardware schedule;

8.6.15.2 Two (2) copies each of manufacturer's catalog pages, installation and maintenance manuals
pertaining to lock sets, exit devices, door closures, electric and electronic devices (with
wiring diagrams);

8.6.15.3 The manufacturer's printed warranty for each item of hardware (closures - five years; other
products - one year);

8.6.15.4 Two (2) installation tools as supplied with the lock sets, door closures, and other items of
hardware;

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8.6.15.5 Certification by the supplier's hardware consultant of having verified all hardware to be in
good operating order, with whatever exceptions he may have found, by an inspection at the
job after installation was completed.

8.6.16 All cylinder locks shall be keyed to a master key system.

8.6.16.1 Provide six (6) master keys.

8.6.16.2 Provide three (3) keys for each lockset.

8.6.16.3 Balance of keying as directed by Owner.

8.6.17 The architectural hardware specified indicates, in exactness, the quality of material, items,
types, sizes, article and assembly to be furnished. Deviations from products listed will be
basis for rejection of the material and/or the suppliers.

8.6.18 All items of architectural hardware shall be as numbers may indicate. Door closures shall
have a sprayed enamel finish to match adjacent hardware.

8.6.19 All exposed machine screws and wood screws are to be supplied with Phillips heads, except
as otherwise noted, and are to be of the same metal and finish as the fastened item.

8.6.20 All door handles and roses are to be of the "scrawls" type that are attached and removed only
by use of special tools.

8.6.21 The strikes of all locksets are to be supplied with curved lips and strike boxes.

8.6.22 Attachment of door closures to all metal doors shall be by two-part sexbolts; grommet nuts
will not be acceptable.

8.6.23 A wall-mounted rubber bumper shall be provided at each swinging door location where door
handle would contact finished wall. Flat two (2) X four (4) blocking shall be provided for
mounting of door bumpers.

8.6.24 Hardware locations (measured from finish floor):

Exit devices Centerline of bar 36"

Deadlock Centerline of strike 60"

Locksets Centerline of strike 40-5/16"

Door pull Center of grip 42"

Push plate Center of plate 45"

Push bar Center of bar 42"

8.6.25 All finish, exposed-hardware items to be brushed aluminum finish.

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END OF SECTION

8.7 ALUMINUM CLAD WINDOWS

This contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services necessary to
completely furnish and install all aluminum clad windows and related materials shown on
drawings and described in this specification.

8.7.1 Although such work is not specifically shown or specified, all supplementary or miscellaneous
items, appurtenances, and devices incidental to or necessary for a sound, secure, and
complete installation shall be furnished and installed as a part of this work.

8.7.2 Shop drawings shall show full-size sections of all materials, the thickness of metal, details of
construction, hardware and method of anchoring and attachment. Show the assemblage of
windows with connecting work.

8.7.3 All windows shall be crated for shipment in such a manner that they will not rub together or
receive surface damage during shipment. All miscellaneous aluminum trim shall be
individually wrapped and crated. When windows are delivered on the job, it will be the
contractor's responsibility to store them in a dry place. Contractor shall protect aluminum
during construction against plaster and/or mortar stains and shall see that windows are
properly cleaned after construction is complete.

8.7.4 Secure all frames, window mullions, trim and related items in a neat workmanlike manner. All
units to be set plumb and true. Irregular conditions in the building to be reported to the
Engineering Assistant prior to erection. All fastenings to be concealed insofar as possible.

8.7.5 The erection contractor shall clean up all debris resulting from his work and shall clean off all
marks and smudges, repair all damage, replace damaged materials and remove all debris
from the job site. The General Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of the
windows during the course of construction and he shall be responsible for the cleaning of all
portions of the windows after the painting and finishing of the building is completed. The
glazing contractor shall clean up all debris resulting from his work and shall remove all smears
left on the windows resulting from the glazing. Final cleaning and washing of glass shall be
as specified in Supplementary General Conditions.

END OF SECTION

9 FINISHES

9.1 INSTALLATION OF GYPSUM DRYWALL SYSTEMS

Work required under this section includes all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary
for and incidental to the complete and proper furnishing and installing of all gypsum drywall

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systems as shown on the drawings or described in the specifications. Work within this section
shall be completely coordinated with work of other trades.

9.1.1 Although such work is not specifically shown or specified, furnish and install supplementary
or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or necessary for a sound,
secure and complete installation.

9.1.2 Work within this section includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following:

9.1.2.1 One-half inch (1/2”) Gypsum board wall finish.

9.1.3 Materials for drywall systems shall be as manufactured by National Gypsum Company, United
States Gypsum Company, Georgia Pacific/Bestwall or approved equal. Products of the
United States Gypsum Company have been used herein to establish standard of quality. Like
products of the National Gypsum Company or Georgia Pacific/Bestwall may be substituted.

9.1.4 Obtain all components and materials of the drywall system from a single manufacturer or from
producers recommended by the gypsum wallboard producer, unless otherwise indicated.

9.1.5 Manufacturer's Data, Gypsum Drywall Systems: Submit manufacturer's specifications and
installation instructions for each type of gypsum drywall systems component, including other
data as may be required to show compliance with these specifications.

9.1.6 Coordinate delivery with installation to minimize storage periods at the project site. Deliver in
manufacturer's unopened containers, bundles or packages, fully identified with manufacturer's
name, brand, type, and grade. Protect from weather, soiling and damage using handling
equipment and storage techniques recommended by the manufacturer.

9.1.7 Examine all parts of supporting structure and conditions under which wallboard is to be
installed. Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
Coordinate installation with work of other trades to allow time for correct installation of their
work.

9.1.8 Install sound attenuation blankets in interior walls indicated on Plans prior to the installation of
gypsum panels unless blankets can be more readily installed after panels have been installed
on one side of the partition. Sound attenuation blanket shall extend from floor to height as
shown on Drawings. Blankets shall be friction fit or held in place with spots of construction
adhesive.

9.1.9 Install gypsum panels with face side out. Do not install imperfect, damaged, or damp panels.
Butt panels together for a light contact at edges and ends with not more than one sixteenth
(1/16) inch of open space between panels. Do not force into place.

9.1.10 Locate both edge or end joints over supports. Position adjoining panels so that tapered edges

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abut tapered edges and field-cut edges abut field-cut edges and ends. Do not place tapered
edges against cut edges or ends. Stagger vertical joints over different studs on opposite sides
of partitions. Avoid joints at corners of framed openings where possible.

9.1.11 Attach gypsum panels to steel studs so that the leading edge or end of each panel is attached
to open (unsupported) edges of stud flanges first.

9.1.12 Spot grout hollow metal doorframes for hollow metal doors, and doors over thirty-two (32)
inches wide. Apply spot grout at each jamb anchor clip and immediately insert gypsum panels
into frames.

9.1.13 Do not attach gypsum panels across the flat grain of wide-dimension lumber including floor
joists and headers. Instead, float gypsum panels over these members using resilient channels
or provide control joints to counteract wood shrinkage.

9.1.14 For trim accessories with back flanges, fasten to framing with same fasteners used to fasten
gypsum board. Otherwise, fasten trim accessories according to accessory manufacturer's
directions for type, length, and spacing of fasteners.

9.1.14.1 Secure gypsum panels to framing using USC "Hi-Lo Type S, Bugle Head Screws".

9.1.14.2 Install metal corner beads at all external corners.

9.1.14.3 Install edge trim where edge of gypsum panels would otherwise be exposed or semi-
exposed. Provide edge trim type with face flange formed to receive joint compound except
where other types are indicated.

9.1.14.4 Install LC-bead where gypsum panels are tightly abutted to other construction and back
flange can be attached to framing or supporting substrate.

9.1.14.5 Install L-bead where edge trims can only be installed after gypsum panels are installed.

9.1.15 Where gypsum panels are attached directly to new or existing masonry walls, panels shall be
secured using mastic as recommended and approved by the G.W.B. manufacturer and panels
held in place using case hardened nails or driven screw type mechanical fasteners.

END OF SECTION

9.2 FINISHING GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES

9.2.1 Apply joint treatment at gypsum board joints (both directions); flanges of corner bead, edge
trim, control joints, penetrations, fastener heads, surface defects, and elsewhere as required
to prepare gypsum board surfaces for painting.

9.2.2 Pre-fill open joints, rounded or beveled edges, and damaged areas, using setting-type joint

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compound, flush with the plane of the panel.

9.2.3 Excess compound beyond the "V" groove shall be struck smooth leaving a flat joint to receive
the taping. Before pre-fill has hardened, a thin, uniform layer of taping compound shall be
applied to all joints and angles to be reinforced.

9.2.4 Reinforcing joint tape shall be applied immediately, centered over the joint, seated into the
compound. A skim coat shall follow immediately but shall not function as a fill or second coat.
Tape shall be properly folded and embedded in all angles to provide a true angle.

9.2.5 After taping compound has hardened, treated area shall be sanded and a topping compound
shall be applied, filling the board taper flush with the surface. The fill coat shall cover the tape
and shall be feathered out slightly beyond the tape. On joints with no taper, the fill coat
shall cover the tape and feather out at least four (4) inches on either side of the tape.

9.2.6 After topping compound is set, a finishing coat of topping compound shall be spread evenly
over and extended slightly beyond the fill coat on all joints and feathered to a smooth, uniform
finish over tapered edges. The finished joint shall not protrude beyond the plane of the panel
surface. All taped angles shall receive a finish coat to cover the tape and taping compound
and provide a true angle. Where necessary, sanding shall be done between coats and
following the final application of compound to provide a smooth surface, ready for painting.

9.2.7 Taping compound shall be applied to all fastener depressions followed, when hardened, by at
least two coats of topping compound, leaving all depressions level with the plane of the
surface after sanding.

9.2.8 Taping compound shall be applied to all bead and trim and shall be feathered out from the
bead to the plane of the surface. When hardened, two coats of topping compound, each
extending slightly beyond the previous coat, shall follow this. The finish coat shall be feathered
from the bead to the wall surface to a width necessary to provide a flat, smooth surface, ready
for painting.

9.2.9 Where imperfections appear in the finished wall surface, or a need to fill out an area from a
trim bead to maintain a smooth plane, apply a thin, uniform skim coat of joint compound over
the entire surface. Use joint compound specified for finish (third coat) or a product specifically
formulated for this purpose and acceptable to the gypsum board manufacturer.

9.2.10 Sand finished work to a smooth surface, true to plane and vacuum clean, free of all sanding
dust.

9.2.11 Wallboard which extends above ceilings shall be completely taped and filled both sides to
preserve the fire rating but is not required to be finished.

9.2.12 Clean exposed drywall surfaces free of soil and stain that would affect finish. Repair, or

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remove and replace defective work. Remove all excess materials and debris from the site.
Remove all joint compound residual and droppings from adjacent surfaces.

END OF SECTION

9.3 ACOUSTICAL

9.3.1 The work covered herein includes all labor, materials, equipment and services necessary to
install the acoustical ceilings as shown on working drawings and as specified herein. Type
shall be lay-in exposed grid system-fire rated one hour.

9.3.2 Workmanship and materials shall meet requirements and recommendations of applicable
portions of standards listed.

9.3.2.1 American Society for Testing and Materials, ASTM

9.3.2.2 American Standards Association, ASA

9.3.2.3 Acoustical Materials Association, AMA

9.3.2.4 National Acoustical Contractor's Association, NACA

9.3.2.5 Underwriters Laboratories, UL

9.3.3 All acoustical panels shall comply with the acceptable acoustic performance (STC rating
according to the ASTM E90-61T method), and Class 25 in accordance with the Underwriters'
Laboratories, Inc. Label, as applicable, and contain no asbestos.

9.3.4 Installation of acoustical ceilings shall be as follows:

9.3.4.1 Installation shall be by a contractor specializing in this type of work and approved by
manufacturer of material used.

9.3.4.2 This contractor shall coordinate work with the Electrical Contractor to assure that lighting
fixture supports will meet all safety requirements. Any additional wire hangers required to
provide safety factor, shall be furnished and installed by the ceiling sub-contractor.

9.3.4.3 Protect lighting fixtures and mechanical openings as required to achieve the specified fire
resistive time-design specified.

9.3.4.4 The acoustical contractor shall be responsible for the examination and acceptance of all
surfaces and conditions affecting the proper installation of his materials and shall not
proceed until all unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

9.3.4.5 The use of manufacturer's names or model numbers is to establish a standard of quality for
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material of equal quality for approval.

9.3.4.6 Recommendations of the Acoustical Materials Association in their latest bulletin shall apply.
Acoustical materials shall be installed under temperature and humidity conditions closely
approximating those, which will exist when the building is occupied. Gypsum wallboard shall
be completed and allowed to dry before installation of acoustical materials. All windows and
exterior doors shall be in place and glazed. Enough heat shall be furnished where necessary
to maintain proper conditions before, during, and after the acoustical ceiling installation.

9.3.5 Materials for acoustical ceiling installation shall be as follows:

9.3.5.1 All acoustical materials shall conform to the requirements of Federal Specification SS-S-
118A, Class 25 and carry Underwriters Label indicating Class I flame spread.

9.3.5.2 Materials shall be as manufactured by Armstrong Cork Co., United States Gypsum Co.,
Conwed Corp., or approved equal. Manufacturers hereinafter specified are used to indicate
quality and performance for bidding purposes only.

9.3.5.3 Acoustical ceiling tile shall qualify as one-hour fire retardant ceilings as listed by
Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. Lay-in units shall be nominal twenty-four (24) inches X
twenty-four (24) inches X three-quarter (¾) inch thick with all four edges rabbeted to allow
the surface of the tile to extend a minimum of eleven-thirty-seconds (11/32) inches below
the grid surface. Panels shall be non-combustible, made of mineral (non-asbestos) material
and shall have a heavily fissured face design. NRC range 60-70, STC range 35-39, light
reflectance over 70%. Provide one of the following:

9.3.5.3.1 U.S.G. - Acoustone Glacier

9.3.5.3.2 Armstrong - Colomar

9.3.5.3.3 Conwed - Aurora

9.3.5.4 Ceiling tile shall be guaranteed not to shrink, sag or warp after installation, even with relative
humidity of 100% where temperatures do not exceed a range of -30F. to +150F.

9.3.6 Ceiling suspension materials shall comply with ASTM C 635, as applicable to type of
suspension system required for type of ceiling units indicated. Coordinate with other work
supported by or penetrating through ceilings, including light fixtures, insulation section, and
HVAC equipment.

9.3.7 Subject to compliance with specification, suspension system manufacturer shall be the same
as acoustical unit manufacturer or one of the following:

9.3.7.1 Chicago Metallic Corp.

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9.3.7.2 Donn Corp.

9.3.7.3 W. J. Haertel Div.; Leslie-Locke

9.3.7.4 National Rolling Mills Co.

9.3.7.5 Roblin Bldg. Products

9.3.7.6 Armstrong Fire Guard

9.3.8 System Components shall be as follows:

9.3.8.1 Hanger Wires: Galvanized carbon steel, ASTM A 641, soft temper, pre-stretched, yield-
stress load of at least 3 times design load, but not less than 12 gauge (0.106").

9.3.8.2 Carrying Channels: One and a half (1½) inch steel channels, hot-rolled or cold-rolled, not
less than 0.475 lbs. per lineal ft.

9.3.8.3 Main and Cross Runners: Double web steel, electro-galvanized, with smooth, matte (low
gloss) white finish on all exposed surfaces. Provide main runners having abutting sections,
which join with splices, interlocking ends, tab locks, pin locks, or other suitable connection.
Provide cross runners which match and interlock with main runners. Provide Chicago
Metallic 800 system or approved equal.

9.3.8.4 Wall Trim Angle: Hemmed edge matte (low gloss) white, Chicago Metallic 1409-02 or
approved equal. Use at edges and penetrations of ceiling.

9.3.8.5 Provide complete exposed series system as required.

9.3.9 Measure each ceiling area and establish layout of acoustical units to balance border widths at
opposite edges of each ceiling. Avoid use of less-than-half width units at borders wherever
possible.

9.3.10 Install acoustic panels into suspension system in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Perform field cutting as required to fit materials to grid. Make all cuts square and true. Trim
rabbeted edge tile to form a finished rabbeted edge comparable to the factory edge.

9.3.11 Perform cleaning and replacement of defective units in time to avoid delay in progress of work
and before final acceptance of work.

9.3.12 At time of completing installation, deliver stock of maintenance material to Owner. Furnish full
size units matching units installed, packaged with protective covering for storage, and
identified with appropriate labels.

9.3.12.1 Furnish amount equal to 2.0% of acoustical units but no less than one full carton of each
type of unit installed.

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END OF SECTION

9.4 FINISH FLOOR COVERINGS

9.4.1 GENERAL

Work required under this Section includes all labor, materials, tools and equipment
necessary to complete all work relative to furnishing and installation of all finish floor
covering, accessories and related work as shown on the drawings or described in the
specifications and in accordance with all applicable requirements of the Contract
Documents. Work within this Section shall be completely coordinated with work of other
trades.

Although such work is not specifically shown or specified, furnish and install all
supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or
necessary for a sound, secure and complete installation.

9.4.2 Types of finish flooring and related work included in this project include the following:

9.4.2.1 Vinyl composition sheet floors.

9.4.2.1.1 Manufacturer: Congoleum.

9.4.2.1.2 Pattern: Foundations.

9.4.2.1.3 Color: To be selected by Owner.

9.4.2.2 Vinyl Top-Set Base with one half (½) inch coved toe in connection with: vinyl composition
sheet floors. Straight-type for carpeted areas.

9.4.2.2.1 Manufacturer: Feytile Rubber Co.

9.4.2.2.2 Color: To be selected by Owner.

9.4.2.3 Commercial grade carpet.

9.4.2.3.1 Manufacturer: Shaw

9.4.2.3.2 Name: Market Street

9.4.2.3.3 Style: Laurel Falls, #50267

9.4.2.3.4 Color: To be selected by Owner.

9.4.2.4 Premium grade padded-type carpet.

9.4.2.5 Carpet pressure-sensitive padding.

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9.4.3 Use resilient floor covering, and rubber base in colors and patterns as selected by the Owner.
Provide each type of resilient flooring, carpeting and accessories as produced by the
manufacturer, including recommended primers, adhesives, sealant, and leveling compounds.

9.4.4 Provide test reports for carpet and flooring indicating fire hazard classification as determined
by ASTM or other referenced tests. Materials shall meet requirements established in Uniform
Building Code and other requirements.

9.4.5 Deliver all materials in manufacturer's unopened containers indicating name, brand, color and
pattern. Maintain minimum temperature of 65F in spaces to receive carpet and flooring, for
at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to installation, during installation, and for not less than forty-
eight (48) hours after installation. Store materials in spaces where they will be installed for at
least forty-eight (48) hours before beginning installation. Subsequently, maintain minimum
temperature of 55F in areas where work is completed.

9.4.6 Verify that surfaces to receive floor covering, base and other finish materials specified herein
are clean, free from moisture, paint, oil, wax or other material, which may affect adhesion.
Carefully examine all surfaces for defects and irregularities. Verify that gypsum wallboard to
receive base leaves no gaps, which cannot easily be bridged by base without showing
waviness or other defects. Do not proceed with work until defects have been entirely
corrected. Installation of any covering is considered acceptance of surfaces, and waiver of
any claim that surfaces are unsuitable.

9.4.6.1 Install floor covering and accessories after other finishing operations, including painting,
have been completed. Do not install floor covering over concrete slabs until the latter have
been cured and are sufficiently dry to achieve bond with adhesive as determined by
manufacturer's recommended bond and moisture test.

9.4.7 The following materials and preparation shall be adhered to:

9.4.7.1 Adhesives (Cements) - Waterproof, stabilized type as recommended by floor covering


manufacturer to suit material and substrate conditions.

9.4.7.2 Concrete Slave Primer - Non-staining type as recommended by flooring manufacturer.

9.4.7.3 Leveling Compound - Latex type as recommended by flooring manufacturer.

9.4.7.4 Preparation, General - Broom clean and vacuum surfaces to be covered and inspect
subfloor. Start of flooring installation indicates acceptance of subfloor conditions and full
responsibility for completed work.

9.4.7.4.1 Use leveling compound as recommended by flooring manufacturer for filling small cracks
and depressions in subfloors. Perform bond and moisture tests on concrete slabs to
determine that concrete surfaces are sufficiently cured, dried and ready to receive flooring.

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Apply concrete slab primer, if recommended by flooring manufacturer, prior to application
of adhesive. Apply in compliance with manufacturer's directions.

9.4.8 Coordinate installation with other floor, wall and ceiling work. Do not start until work of other
trades is complete.

9.4.8.1 Install sheet vinyl and carpet flooring using method indicated in strict compliance with
manufacturer's recommendations. Extend flooring into toe spaces, door reveals, and into
closets and similar openings.

9.4.8.2 Tightly cement floor covering to subbase without open cracks, voids, raising and puckering
at joints, telegraphing of adhesive spreader marks, or other surface imperfections. Hand
roll floor covering of each covered area with 100-pound sectioned roller to assure adhesion.

9.4.9 Coordinate installation of pressure-sensitive padded carpet with other floor, wall and ceiling
work. Do not start until work of other trades is complete. Protect flooring and work of other
trades from damage.

9.4.9.1 Verify that carpet, padding and spaces to be carpeted have been maintained at a minimum
of 65F for 48 hours prior to, during, and at least 48 hours after installation.

9.4.10 Install hook strip continuous around the perimeter of the space to be carpeted including all
offsets, etc. Hook strip to be installed using both construction adhesive and mechanical
fastening.

9.4.10.1 Padding shall be installed in a tight fit to hook strip with adjoining widths of pad taped
together tightly. Pad to be cemented to concrete substrate to prevent creeping, walking, or
lumping-up under normal office/commercial type traffic.

9.4.10.2 Lay out carpet over padding and secure to hook strip at one end, stretch using state-of-the-
art mechanical/hydraulic stretching equipment. Care to be exercised not to pull hook strip
loose. Once carpet has been stretched lengthwise, repeat stretching operation side to side,
in each case secure to hook strip to prevent movement. Carpet to be stretched tight enough
to prevent "walking" or "creeping".

9.4.10.3 Should carpet move or pucker under normal traffic during the first year of use, carpet layer
shall be responsible to return and re-stretch the entire room or office at no cost to the owner.

9.4.11 At doorways or other locations, where padded carpet meets other finish flooring, appropriate
metal or joining strips shall be used.

9.4.12 Do not apply rubber base until drywall or other backing material has dried out thoroughly. Set
base straight and true, using adhesive and method as recommended by manufacturer.

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corners. Scribe base accurately to trim at doors. Make all joints tight. Install with top and
bottom edge in firm contact with wall and floor.

9.4.14 Apply wall base to walls, columns, pilasters, casework and other permanent fixtures in rooms
or areas where base is required. Install base in lengths as long as practicable, with preformed
corner units, or fabricated from base materials with mitered or coped inside corners. Tightly
bond base to substrate throughout length of each piece, with continuous contact at horizontal
and vertical surfaces.

9.4.15 Immediately after application and rolling of resilient flooring, remove surplus adhesive with
damp cloth or by use of neutral type cleaners as recommended by manufacturer. Damp mop
entire floor. Do not wet mop, wash or use solvents. When materials have sufficiently seated,
(5 days minimum), clean floors thoroughly in accord with manufacturer's recommendations.
Leave floor smooth and free from buckles, cracks, projecting edges, spots, and dirt.

9.4.16 Immediately after application of carpeting, remove all scraps of carpet and/or padding. Sweep
entire carpeted area with heavy-duty, commercial-type vacuum cleaner. Use of shop-vac will
not be acceptable.

9.4.17 Protect with non-staining building paper as may be necessary to prevent dirt and damage.
Protect floor areas subject to traffic or floor damage due to subsequent building operations
with fiberboard or plywood. Prior to final inspection, wash sheet vinyl floors, wax and buff in
accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

END OF SECTION

9.5 PAINTING AND FINISHES

9.5.1 Work required under this Section includes all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary
to complete all work relative to application of all painting as shown on the drawings or
described in the specifications. Work within this Section shall be completely coordinated with
work of other trades. Although such work is not specifically shown or specified, furnish and
install all miscellaneous items, appurtenances, devices and coatings incidental to or
necessary for a secure, neat appearing and complete installation.

9.5.2 Terms "paint" and "Painting" refer to all applied coatings. Paint includes fillers, primers,
sealers, emulsions, oils, alkyds, epoxy, latex, enamels, thinners, stains, and other applied
coatings whether used as prime, intermediate or finish coat.

9.5.3 Without imposing restrictions or limitations to the extent of work intended, work to be
performed under this section includes, but is not limited to, the following:

9.5.3.1 Painting interior.

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9.5.3.2 Field painting of all ferrous metal work, interior including galvanized metal, ledge angles,
lintels, metal doors, and all other ferrous metal items or assemblies.

9.5.3.3 Painting of all gypsum board.

9.5.4 The painting subcontractor shall examine other Sections of the Specifications and shall
thoroughly familiarize himself with all its provisions regarding their painting requirements.
Except as otherwise specified, surfaces left unfinished by the requirements of other Sections
shall be painted or finished as a requirement of this contract. Painting and finishing work called
for under other Sections of the Specifications is generally included under those Sections.

9.5.5 Copper, bronze, chromium plate, stainless steel, anodized aluminum and monel metal shall
not be painted or finished, except as otherwise specified.

9.5.6 Concealed Surfaces: Unless otherwise indicated, painting is not required on surfaces such as
walls or ceilings in concealed areas and generally inaccessible areas, foundation spaces,
furred areas, utility tunnels, pipe spaces and duct shafts.

9.5.7 Prime Coat Coordination: Provide finish coats which are compatible with prime paints used.
Review other sections of these specifications in which prime paints are to be provided to
ensure compatibility of total coating system for various substrates. Upon request from other
trades, furnish information on characteristics of finish materials proposed for use, to ensure
compatible prime coats are used. Provide barrier coats over incompatible primers or remove
and reprime as required. Notify Engineering Assistant in writing of any anticipated problems
using specified coating systems with substrates primed by others.

9.5.8 Paint systems specified herein are manufacturers’ top-of-the-line products such as Sherwin
Williams. Subject to compliance with specifications, comparable products of the following
manufacturers are approved for use:

9.5.8.1 Sherwin Williams

9.5.8.2 Martin Seynour

9.5.8.3 Pittsburgh

9.5.8.4 Pratt & Lambert (P&L)

9.5.8.5 Benjamin Moore

9.5.8.6 Paints of other manufacturers will not be approved.

9.5.9 Deliver materials in original unopened containers. Label each container with following
information:

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9.5.9.1 Name or title of material

9.5.9.2 Manufacturer's stock number and date of manufacture

9.5.9.3 Manufacturer's name

9.5.9.4 Contents by volume, for major pigment and vehicle constituents

9.5.9.5 Thinning instructions

9.5.9.6 Application instructions

9.5.9.7 Color name and number

9.5.10 Protect materials from freezing or damage. Store all materials in a single place designated by
the General Contractor. Keep storage neat and clean. Make good all damage thereto or to
surroundings. Remove rags and waste from building daily. Take precautions to avoid danger
of fire. Post "No Smoking" signs in storage areas. Maintain storage for paint materials in
conformity with fire codes and authorities having jurisdiction. Protect floor from any spilled
materials.

9.5.11 Examine surfaces to receive finishes carefully for defects which cannot be corrected, and
which might prevent satisfactory results. Do not proceed until such defects are corrected.
Commencing of work in a specific area constitutes acceptance of surfaces, and responsibility
for satisfactory work. Provide wet paint signs as required.

9.5.12 Apply paint in colors and patterns as selected by the Owner from color charts provided by
painting subcontractor for each type of finish. Solvents (for cleaning and product reducing)
shall be pure and of highest quality and shall be approved by the Engineering Assistant. They
shall bear identifying labels on the containers, with the manufacturer's instructions printed
thereon. Paint shall arrive on the job ready-mixed, except for tinting of undercoats. All thinning
and tinting material shall be as recommended by the manufacturer for the particular material
thinned or tinted.

9.5.13 Application equipment is not required to be new but shall be adequate and commensurate for
the work and workmanship required herein. Provide all required ladders, scaffolding, drop
cloths, masking, scrapers, tools, sandpaper, duster, cleaning solvents and waste, as required
to perform the work and achieve the results herein specified.

9.5.14 Employ only skilled mechanics. Application to interior wall surfaces may be by brush or roller.
Spray application on these surfaces will be permitted only upon approval from the Engineering
Assistant. Keep equipment in proper condition to provide a finished job commensurate with
intent of specification. Mix and apply materials as recommended by manufacturer. Tint priming
and undercoats to approximate shade of final coat, except for vivid colors. These, if suggested

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by manufacturer, shall be applied over a pure white base coat of like material.

9.5.15 Do not apply succeeding coats until the Engineering Assistant or a designated representative
has had an opportunity to observe previous coat. Protect painted surfaces and all adjacent
work and materials by suitable covering during progress of work. Remove and protect
hardware, accessories, plates, fixtures, finished work, and similar items; or provide ample in-
place protection. Upon completion of painting, carefully replace all removed items and/or
remove protection.

9.5.16 Evenly spread and smoothly flow on all materials for full, smooth, cover. Provide complete
coverage and hide. All paint systems are to "cover". When color or undercoats show through,
apply additional coats until paint film is of uniform thickness, finish and color, at no additional
cost to Owner. Assure that all coats are thoroughly dry before applying succeeding coats.
Touch up abraded areas of coatings before subsequent coats are applied.

9.5.17 Unless otherwise indicated, do not paint items, which have a complete factory finish. Do not
paint over code labels, such as UL, FM, or equipment identification, or rating plates, etc. unless
there is a removable film over the label prior to painting. Finish semi-exposed surfaces to
match nearest adjoining surface, unless otherwise indicated or directed by Engineering
Assistant. Touch up sections or hot spots in drywall before applying succeeding coats. Cover
surfaces to be stained with a uniform coat of stain, wiped off, unless otherwise required.

9.5.18 Schedule and coordinate work with other trades.

9.5.18.1 Surface Preparation

9.5.18.1.1 Assure that surfaces are clean and dry.

9.5.18.1.2 Assure that surfaces are free of foreign material, which will affect adhesion or appearance.

9.5.18.1.3 Remove mildew and neutralize surface.

9.5.18.1.4 Correct efflorescence before painting.

9.5.18.2 Ferrous Metal Surfaces

9.5.18.2.1 Follow requirements of SSPC-SP 1 and 3. Remove dirt and grease with solvent and wipe
dry with clean cloths. Remove rust, mill scale and defective paint down to sound surfaces
or bare metal.

9.5.18.2.2 Scrape, sandpaper, wire brush, or grind as necessary to remove shoulders at edge of sound
paint to prevent photographing finishes coats.

9.5.18.2.3 Touch up all bare metal and damaged shop coats with Sherwin Williams Retardo Rust
Inhibitive.

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9.5.18.3 Drywall

9.5.18.3.1 Fill all minor irregularities left by drywall finishers and sand to a smooth level surface.

9.5.18.3.2 Exercise care to avoid raising nap of paper.

9.5.19 The schedule shown hereinafter is not intended as a listing of surfaces to be painted; it
indicates only the type and number of coats of paint to be applied to those surfaces, which are
to be painted. Sherwin Williams paints are used as the standard of quality. Paints by other
manufacturers listed in 9.5.8 may be used, subject to compliance with specifications.

9.5.19.1 Ferrous Metal

9.5.19.1.1 1 coat Sherwin Williams Retardo

9.5.19.1.2 2 coats Sherwin Williams

9.5.19.1.3 System total dry mils 4.5

9.5.19.2 Gypsum Wallboard

9.5.19.2.1 1 coat Sherwin Williams Quick Dry Prime Seal

9.5.19.2.2 1 coat Sherwin Williams Primer Sealer

9.5.19.2.3 2 coats Sherwin Williams - color by Owner

9.5.19.2.4 System total dry mils 4

9.5.20 Protect adjacent work, whether to be painted or not, against damage by painting and finishing
work. Leave all such work undamaged. Clean, repair or replace, and repaint, damaged work
as directed by Engineering Assistant. Remove temporary protective wrappings, provided by
others for protection of their work, after completion of painting operations. Upon completion of
work, clean all window glass and other paint spattered surfaces. Remove spattered paint by
proper methods of washing and scraping. Use care not to damage finished surfaces. Remove
any surplus materials, scaffolding and debris, leave areas broom clean.

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9.6 ROOM FINISH SCHEDULE

9.6.1 The room finishes as herein indicated, shall be applied to room locations as shown and
detailed on the working drawings and as specified as
follows:___________________________________________________________________

ROOM #100 ROOM #101

Floor Sheet Vinyl Floor Sheet Vinyl

Base Vinyl Base Vinyl

Walls Painted G.W.B. Color by Owner Walls Painted G.W.B. Color by Owner

Ceiling 2 x 2 Ac. Tile Ceiling 2 x 2 Ac. Tile

Trim None Trim None

Window Sill Marble Window Sill None

Remarks None Remarks None

______________________________________________________________________________

ROOM #102 ROOM #103

Floor Sheet Vinyl Floor Epoxy Paint

Base Vinyl Base Vinyl

Walls Painted G.W.B. Color by Owner Walls F.R.P. Board

Ceiling 2 x 2 Ac. Tile Ceiling 2 x 2 Ac. Tile

Trim None Trim None

Window Sill Marble Window Sill None

Remarks None Remarks None

______________________________________________________________________________

ROOM #104 ROOM #105

Floor Epoxy Paint Floor Epoxy Paint

Base Vinyl Base Vinyl

Walls F.R.P. Board Walls F.R.P. Board

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Ceiling 2 x 2 Ac. Tile Ceiling 2 x 2 Ac. Tile

Trim None Trim None

Window Sill None Window Sill None

Remarks None Remarks None

______________________________________________________________________________

ROOM #106

Floor Sealed Concrete

Base None

Walls None

Ceiling None

Trim None

Window Sill None

Remarks None

END OF SECTION

10 SPECIAL ITEMS

10.1 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALTIES

10.1.1 General contractor shall include 10# ABC (N.F.P.A.) approved fire extinguishers installed in
locations as shown on the construction drawings. Each location in plant shall be identified by
red and white arrow decal, minimum size four by eighteen (4”X18”) inches with the words “Fire
Extinguisher” in red letters. Decal shall be mounted on wall or column above extinguisher.

END OF SECTION

11 EQUIPMENT

11.1 PLASTIC LAMINATE

11.1.1 Work required under this Section includes all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary
to complete all work relative to furnishing and installation of all plastic laminate
casework/millwork and related equipment as shown on the drawings or described in the

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specifications. Work within this Section shall be completely coordinated with work of other
trades.

11.1.1.1 Although such work is not specifically shown or specified, furnish and install all
supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or
necessary for a sound secure and complete installation.

11.1.2 Items to be included under this Section include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following.
Items are listed below only to generalize the type of work involved and do not relieve the
Contractor from a thorough review of all drawings to determine the total scope of work.

11.1.2.1 All counter tops.

11.1.3 Perform all work to Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) custom grade standards except as
otherwise specified herein.

11.1.4 Plywood shall comply with American Plywood Association standards.

11.1.5 All materials and installation shall comply with requirements of all authorities having
jurisdiction.

11.1.6 Counter shall be fitted with a one-piece, premolded plastic laminate counter top with 4"
backsplash, color as selected by the Owner. Counter shall be cut out for 33" x 21 1/4" double
bowl sink in location as shown on shop drawings. Plastic laminate shall be Formica or
approved equal.

11.1.7 Plastic laminate countertop found not to be in accordance with specification and drawings will
be rejected. Replace all rejected units promptly at no cost to the Owner. Damaged units shall
be repaired or replaced.

11.1.8 Deliver packaged materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened, labeled containers.
Arrange deliveries to permit continuity of work.

11.1.9 Store to prevent damage to materials or structure. Store millwork in dry, weather-tight,
ventilated spaces.

11.1.10 Do not bring millwork items into building until receiving spaces are dry enough to allow items
to be present without damage.

11.1.11 Protect finished surfaces from soiling and staining. Protect exposed surfaces and edges of
millwork during storing and installation, and until work is completed. Remove and replace
damaged, stained or discolored work that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

11.1.12 Handle millwork to avoid injury to persons and to avoid damage to materials or to work in
place. Satisfactorily repair or remove and repair work that has been damaged.

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11.1.13 Install temporary coverings necessary to prevent damage during construction.

11.1.14 If it is necessary to vary from arrangements or profiles indicated because of structural or other
considerations, request approval from Engineering Assistant. Make approved variations at
no expense to Owner.

11.1.15 Data indicated on drawings is reasonably accurate, but absolute accuracy is not guaranteed.
Exact locations, distances, and levels will be governed by conditions at the building. The
Contractor will be responsible for obtaining exact measurements of openings as they exist in
the field prior to completion of countertop construction. The Contractor retains sole
responsibility for ensuring items are constructed to fit field conditions. Poorly fitted countertop
will constitute cause for rejection.

11.1.16 Plumbing: Provide all openings required through tops and other exposed components after
thorough coordination with the mechanical contractor.

11.1.17 Coordinate all holes necessary to mount recessed electrical devices with the electrical
contractor. Provide the various cuts and holes in concealed spaces, needed for the passage
of conduit.

END OF SECTION

12 ELECTRICAL

12.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

12.1.1 Provide and install a complete and operating electrical installation in accordance with these
specifications and accompanying contract drawings. This shall include all required labor,
materials, apparatus and supervision.

12.1.2 Without limiting or restricting the volume of work and solely for the convenience of the
Electrical Contractor, the work to be performed shall, in general, comprise the following:

12.1.2.1 Branch wiring

12.1.2.2 Lighting fixtures and lamps

12.1.2.3 Wiring of equipment furnished by others and final connections to same

12.1.2.4 Cooperate with Telephone Contractor on telephone system

12.1.3 All items of labor, material, and equipment not specified in detail or shown on drawings, but
incidental to or necessary for the complete installation and proper operation of the several
branches of work as described herein, or reasonably implied in connection herewith, shall be
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obviously a part of the electrical work and necessary for its proper operation, although not
specifically mentioned herein, not shown on the drawings, shall be furnished and installed as
if called for in detail without additional cost to the owner.

12.1.4 All electrical conductors, after installation of wiring and apparatus has been completed, shall
be tested by this Contractor to insure continuity, proper splicing, freedom from ground, (except
"made grounds" and those required for protection), and insulation resistance to be in
accordance with the Underwriters' Requirements. Contractor shall furnish and employ
suitable instruments, such as ammeters, voltmeters, "meggers", etc. Preliminary testing with
magneto will be permitted but will not be accepted as final or conclusive tests.

12.1.5 All electrical work, equipment and materials furnished and installed under this contract shall
conform to the requirements of the Power Company, the latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, the National Fire Protection Association, the Department of Labor and Industry and any
other governmental or local authorities having jurisdiction. The Electrical Contractor shall pay
any and all fees required for the installation of the work. Certificates of approval shall be
obtained in duplicate from any department or agency issuing same and shall be turned over
to the Owner at the completion of the work.

12.1.6 The Electrical Contractor shall determine the actual direction of all door swings, so that local
switches and other controls will be installed at the lock side of doors, unless otherwise noted.
Improperly located switches shall be relocated without additional expense to the Owner.

12.1.7 Unless otherwise mentioned or indicated, mounting heights of outlets are eighteen inches
(18") unless shown otherwise on the drawings. All dimensions given shall be considered to
be from center of outlet to finished floor. It will be the sole responsibility of the Electrical
Contractor to properly rough for the electrical conduit and equipment under this Contract and
any cost involved in the relocation of the above will be the entire responsibility of the
contractor. No additional cost will be paid for any relocation of roughing.

12.1.8 The Electrical Contractor shall furnish information to the General Contractor for any chases or
openings required under this Contract. No cutting shall be done which may affect the buildings
structurally or architecturally without the prior approval of the Engineering Assistant. All
damaged construction shall be restored to its original condition and finished to match the
surrounding work.

12.1.9 All fastenings, supports, hangers, clamps, and anchors shall be of the type made for the
specific purpose for which they are to be used. Toggle bolts or machine bolt fastenings shall
be used for hollow tile, terra cotta or lath construction. Machine screws shall be used for
structural steel fastening. Metallic expansion shield and machine screws shall be used for
solid masonry fastening. Lag screws or bolts shall be used for wood fastening. All conduits
shall be rigidly and firmly installed to prevent swaying, vibrating or sagging by malleable steel

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hangers of standard design, pipe clamps, or fabricated steel supports of approved design.
Hangers for horizontal conduit runs shall be adjustable clevis-type. Perforated strap-iron
hangers are not permitted. Trapeze type hangers may be used where conduit is run in parallel
groups.

12.1.10 Sleeves shall be installed as follows:

12.1.10.1 The Electrical Contractor shall provide and install sleeves where required to protect
equipment or facilities in the installation. Each sleeve shall extend through its respective
equipment or facilities in the installation. Each sleeve shall extend through its respective
floor, wall or partition and shall be cut flush with each surface unless otherwise required.

12.1.10.2 Sleeves in bearing and masonry walls, floors and partitions shall be standard weight steel
pipe finished with smooth edges. For other than masonry partitions, through suspended
ceilings, and for concealed vertical piping, sleeves shall be No. 22 U.S.G. galvanized iron.

12.1.10.3 All sleeves shall be properly installed and securely cemented in place.

12.1.10.4 Sleeves through firewalls shall have the space between conduit and sleeve sealed with
approved firestop material.

12.1.11 The sizes of conductors and thickness of metals shown on the drawings or mentioned herein
shall be understood to be American Wire Gauge.

12.1.12 All connections at panels and switches and all splices must be made, all fuses shall be in
place, and all circuits continuous from point of service connection to switches, receptacles and
outlets, at the time of final inspection.

12.1.13 Upon completion of the work, all parts of the electrical installation shall be tested and proved
free of unwanted grounds and other defects. Preliminary testing with magneto will be
permitted but will not be accepted in obtaining final results. Final tests shall be accomplished
by use of a megger. Tests shall be made in the presence of the Engineering Assistant and
Owner or his representative.

12.1.14 All overload devices, including equipment furnished under other contracts, shall be set and
adjusted to suit the load conditions.

12.1.15 All materials, equipment and appurtenances of any kind, shown on the drawings, hereinafter
specified or required for the completion of the work in accordance with the intent of these
specifications, shall be completely satisfactory and acceptable in operation, performance, and
capacity. No approval either written or verbal of any drawings, descriptive data or samples of
such material, equipment and/or appurtenances shall relieve the Electrical Contractor of his
responsibility to turn over the same to the Owner in perfect working order at the completion of
the work.

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12.1.16 Any material, equipment or appurtenances, the operation, capacity or performance of which
does not comply with the drawings and/or specification requirements or which is damaged
prior to acceptance by the Owner will be held to be defective material and shall be removed
and replaced with proper and acceptable materials, equipment and/or appurtenances or put
in proper and acceptable working order, satisfactory to the Engineering Assistant without
additional cost to the Owner.

12.1.17 At the end of the project, the Contractor shall clean all equipment including light fixtures to the
satisfaction of the Owner and Engineering Assistant. All dust, dirt, debris and foreign matter
shall be removed from all equipment and all electrical items shall be left in a first-class manner.

12.1.18 The Electrical Contractor is cautioned on routing conduit and location of equipment. In many
areas, clearances and ceiling plenums are limited due to ductwork, mechanical lines, and
systems and steel. The Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for routing around
mechanical equipment and ducts in order that everything can remain concealed in finished
areas. If steel is blocking runs, permission will be given for burning holes in steel, provided
adequate reinforcing is provided and is submitted to the Engineering Assistant for approval.

12.1.19 Power for temporary light and construction tools shall be arranged for and provided by
Contractor.

12.1.20 Electrical Contractor shall give all requisite notices, obtain and pay for all permits, and pay all
deposits and fees necessary for the installation tests and inspection of all work provided under
this specification. These tests shall be conducted as required by the regulations of the local
and/or state authorities, in the presence of the Engineering Assistant and Owner, or his
representative.

12.1.21 The Contractor shall, in applicable areas, install all electrical work to conform with the latest
editions of the appropriate National Fire Protective Association (NFPA) pamphlets. Work shall
conform in all respects to the requirements as stated therein. All tests are to be conducted
and necessary corrective action taken as required by the governing inspection agency.

12.1.22 Guarantee

12.1.22.1 This Contractor shall guarantee all material, equipment and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from date of final acceptance by Engineering Assistant and Owner. He shall
replace all defective material and workmanship furnished and installed by him and all other
work and equipment damaged thereby without cost to the Owner.

12.1.22.2 In addition to the one-year guarantee, the Contractor shall furnish any warranties or
guarantees that normally come with specific pieces of equipment that exceeds the one-year
guarantee. These additional warranties shall be given to the Owner for the time period
specified.

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12.1.23 All electrical apparatus such as outlet boxes, switches, disconnect switches, receptacles and
plugs in the following areas shall be of the weather resistant or weatherproof gasketed type,
NEMA Type 3 or Type 4:

12.1.23.1 On surface of exterior face of building, including areas where not under canopies, cast
boxes must be used; and under canopies, steel boxes with gasket connections to fixtures.

12.1.23.2 In any areas where specifically noted "WP" or required by the NEC or Electrical Regulations
mentioned herein.

12.1.23.3 Within air conditioning enclosures.

12.1.23.4 In all underground splice boxes.

12.1.23.5 The end of all conduit shall be sealed with duct seal at terminal points in WP locations.

12.1.24 This Contractor shall furnish minimum of four (4) sets of shop drawings, catalog cuts, data
sheets, etc., or as required in the General conditions to cover specified information for all items
in any ways designed for this job. None of the following items shall be installed in the
construction until the Engineering Assistant and Owner have given final approval. This
Contractor shall check shop drawing of other Contractors' equipment to ascertain proper
locations of all equipment and connections. Submit shop drawings, catalog cuts, etc., for the
following items:

Lighting panels and cabinets


Switches
Lighting fixtures
Emergency equipment

END OF SECTION

12.2 BASIC MATERIAL AND METHODS

12.2.1 All wiring shall be in conduit or surface metallic raceway.

12.2.2 Wherever the terms "conduit" or "raceway" appear hereinafter, it shall be understood to mean
any one, or combination of, the following types.

12.2.2.1 Rigid steel

12.2.2.2 Electrical metallic tubing

12.2.2.3 Flexible metallic

12.2.2.4 Square steel raceway duct

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12.2.2.5 Surface metallic raceway

12.2.3 All secondary wiring shall be run in rigid steel conduit and/or electrical metallic tubing as
specified herein. The use of conduit smaller than three-fourths inch trade size will not be
permitted unless specifically shown on the drawings or specified. Wherever the word "conduit"
appears herein it shall refer to either rigid conduit or electrical metallic tubing whichever is
applicable. Rigid conduit shall conform to Federal Specifications WW-T-806B. Electrical
metallic tubing shall conform to Federal Specifications WW-C581B.

12.2.4 A separation of at least six (6) inches shall be maintained between conduits and hot water
lines.

12.2.5 Conduit terminating in steel boxes shall be provided with approved lock nuts inside and
outside of the box with an approved bushing. All conduit to be square cut and reamed to
remove burrs.

12.2.6 All conduit fitting shall be an approved type. Conduit fittings with set screws are not
acceptable. Couplings and connections shall be compression type for EMT and threaded type
for rigid steel. All exposed conduit must, in general, follow building lines.

12.2.7 Conduits shall be securely supported from building structure at maximum 8 ft. intervals for one
(1) inch or smaller conduits and maximum ten (10) foot centers for larger conduits by approved
pipe hangers on supporting assemblies. All as per N.E.C. requirements.

12.2.8 Conductors shall be as follows:

12.2.8.1 Unless otherwise directed, lighting and power secondary conductors shall be 98%
conductive copper, with rated 600-volt Type THHN 90C. moisture and heat resistant. Non-
metallic sheathed cable with ground wire and PVC jacket 600 volt. Fixture wire shall be type
AF 150C.

12.2.8.2 Wire to be stranded unless otherwise specified on drawing. Wire equal to that manufactured
by Anaconda, Hatfield, or General Electric.

12.2.8.3 Where switch boxes are used as the termination of the "home runs" in addition to the switch
legs, not less than a two-gang box shall be used, in order to provide ample room for wiring.

12.2.8.4 Where the single pole work is used on branch circuits, circuit wiring may be grouped in
accordance with the NEC. The drawings are schematic and diagrammatic and indicate the
general method of installing all circuit wiring and the outlets, which are to be supplied. If it
becomes necessary to connect an outlet to a circuit other than as shown or relocate an
outlet, this shall be done without additional charge. The size and general location of the
various feeders are shown on the drawings; however, the exact location and routing of
feeders shall be determined on the site by the Contractor.

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12.2.8.5 Lighting and convenience outlet home runs are indicated on the drawings separately as
single pole work for clarity and their terminal point at the circuit is shown schematically,
however, the Contractor will be permitted to group single pole home run circuits in
accordance with the NEC and connect to circuit boxes at any convenience point as required
by the NEC.

12.2.8.6 The minimum sizes of wire on an installation shall be as follows:

12.2.8.6.1 Lighting and Power Circuits - 12 AWG

12.2.8.6.2 Fixtures - 14 AWG minimum and as required by Underwriters.

12.2.8.6.3 Conductors - No. 10 AWG Conductors minimum shall be installed for all circuit runs greater
than 100' one way from panel board to last outlet.

12.2.8.7 Great care shall be exercised in pulling wires into the conduits so as not to injure the
insulation. Only UL approved lubricants shall be used to assist in the pulling in of wires with
an outer covering or braid.

12.2.8.8 All wire and cable shall be marked with identification in accordance with the regulations of
the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

12.2.8.9 The Contractor shall install in each empty interior conduit where required, one nylon fish line
for the future installation of wire and cable.

12.2.8.10 The Contractor shall refer to the General, Heating-Ventilating and Plumbing Specifications
and incorporate all electrical work required by these contracts into this Contract. The
Contractor shall rough-in for all fixtures, equipment, and devices furnished by others
requiring electrical connections. The Electrical Contractor shall mount, connect and wire all
controls, starters, and devices furnished by others to be installed with their equipment and
wire through to the equipment and related motors. Wire according to manufacturer's shop
drawings as furnished with the respective equipment.

12.2.9 All splicing shall be done in outlet boxes or junction boxes and not in conduits. Splices of #10
wire and smaller shall be made with approved type pressure connectors and insulating caps.
Splices in #8 wire and larger shall be made with approved type split sleeve connectors and
then insulated to the same thickness as the original insulation with an approved type tape
having high dielectric strength. Splicing connectors and tape shall be equal to Scotchlok and
Scotch Brand Tape. Installation to be as recommended by the manufacturer of the splicing
materials.

12.2.10 Junction and pull boxes shall be fabricated from galvanized sheet metal of code gauge
thickness and be of ample size to properly accommodate the conductors passing through or
contained therein. Boxes shall be of riveted covers. Flush mounted boxes shall be fitted with

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a cover, which overlaps the box one inch all around. Boxes shall not be placed in locations
made inaccessible by piping, ducts, conduits, or other equipment. Junction and pull boxes
shall have attached to them, a manufacturer's label, Underwriters' Labels and an indication of
the metal gauge.

12.2.11 Switches shall meet the following:

12.2.11.1 All switches mounted vertically shall have the "ON" position at the top and all horizontal
mounted switches shall have the "ON" position at the left.

12.2.11.2 Tumbler switches shall be the A.C. heavy duty, specification grade, 120/277 volts, flush
toggle-type switch rated at twenty (20) amperes, Underwriter's approved and meeting
NEMA Standard WD-1-1965 and Federal Specifications W-S-896d (Type III). The operating
mechanism shall be totally enclosed in a high heat, non-inflammable, non-hygroscopic
molded compound case, with terminal screws located on the side of the switch. Operating
handles shall be made with terminal screws located on the side of the switch. Operating
handles shall be made of high heat phenolic compound. All switches shall have wide plaster
ears, and shall be single pole, or multi-pole as required and shall be equal unless specified
otherwise to General Electric Nos. GE5951-2, GE5953-2, and GE5954-20R, Hubbell Nos.
1221-I, 1223-I, and 1224-I. Switches to have ivory handles.

12.2.11.3 Where switches with pilot lights are indicated, furnish and install a proper type switch with
pilot light and stainless-steel cover plate equal to Hubbell No. 1297-I or 1298-I.

12.2.12 All convenience outlets shall meet the following requirements:

12.2.12.1 Receptacles for convenience outlets shall be duplex self-aligning grounding type. Contacts
shall be made of heavy spring copper or bronze so designed as to securely grip both sides
of each receptacle blade and shall be enclosed in high-heat, non-inflammable, non-
hygroscopic molded compound case, provided with wide plaster ears. Each terminal shall
be provided with two (2) binding screws located on the side of the receptacle, and grounding
wire between outlet box and system ground.

12.2.12.2 Duplex receptacles in all areas, except in WP locations and specified otherwise, shall be of
the grounded, three (3) wire NEMA Type WD-1-1965, Paragraph 3.02 rated at twenty (20)
amperes at one-hundred-twenty-five (125) volts equal to Hubbell No. 5362-I, General
Electric #GE4108-2 or approved equal. Furnish with ivory cover plate. Receptacles to be
ivory finish.

12.2.12.3 All receptacles in IG locations shall be twenty (20) ampere at one-hundred-twenty-five (125)
volts equal to Hubbell No. IG5362 with IGP8 cover plates.

12.2.12.4 All receptacles in GF locations shall be twenty (20) ampere at one-hundred-twenty-five (125)

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volts equal to Hubbell No. GF5362I with a vertical weatherproof cover plate equal to Hubbell
No. 5222.

12.2.13 Unless otherwise specified, switch, receptacles, telephone and other outlet plates, shall be
Hubbell No. P14 ivory. Where more than one (1) switch occurs at one point, gang plates shall
be used. All plates shall be set true and plumb and shall fit tight against finished wall surfaces
and outlet boxes.

The approximate schematic location of ceiling, switch, and other outlets is given on the
drawings. The exact location shall be determined at the building as the work progresses.
Refer to Plans for special details. The contractor shall verify all door swings at job site. In
no case shall switches be located behind door swings. Any switch so located shall be
changed at Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall also field verify all equipment
locations and adjust device and outlet locations to avoid inaccessibility. Contractor to
relocate inaccessible outlets at no additional cost to Owner. The Engineering Assistant and
the Owner reserve the right to change the location of any outlet, before it has been installed
without additional cost to the Owner.

12.2.13.1 Wall switch outlets 4'-6"

12.2.13.2 Convenience outlets 1'-6"

12.2.13.3 Clock outlets To be determined at the site

12.2.14 Where noted on plan or required by code, furnish and install Ground Fault circuit interrupters.
Circuits feeding equipment to be protected shall be fed through interrupters and thence to the
device or outlet served. Note all exterior outlets shall be provided with Ground Fault
Interrupters whether indicated or not unless noted as GFI outlets.

END OF SECTION

12.3 LIGHTING

12.3.1 General lighting and fixture information as follows:

12.3.1.1 The Electrical Contractor shall furnish a complete complement of luminaries and required
associated appurtenances including all lamps and accessory wiring. He shall provide all
labor and materials necessary to assemble, install and test the specified equipment in the
manner indicated. Fixtures shall be spaced evenly on centers or joints of ceiling tile and
symmetrical with ceiling.

12.3.1.2 Fixture numbers as specified on the Fixture Schedule, have been taken from the catalogs
of fixture manufacturers. Fixture numbers and descriptions are intended to denote a
standard of quality and type. Fixtures of other manufacturers may be used provided a

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complete comparable schedule is submitted to and approved by the Engineering Assistant
and the Owner before proceeding with the order. Special precaution shall be taken on
finishes. Fixture types shown on the Schedule are keyed to the fixture type letters shown
on the drawings adjacent to the outlets.

12.3.1.3 Fixtures shall be designed, arranged, furnished and installed complete with all accessories
for mounting to the ceiling construction for which it is to be installed. The Contractor shall
check carefully with final ceiling finish schedule of rooms before ordering fixtures for he shall
be held responsible for the installation complete in every detail.

12.3.1.4 Integral outlet boxes factory mounted on recessed fixtures are preferred, but not specifically
required.

12.3.1.5 The Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for the proper size openings for recessed
fixtures and shall furnish and install all wood or metal frames properly set in place and
anchored.

12.3.1.6 Finish: All metal parts of fixtures shall be painted. Interior reflective surfaces shall be of
baked-on, white enamel unless fixture specified is normally furnished with polished reflective
metal surfaces.

12.3.1.7 Every lighting outlet shall have a lighting fixture unless otherwise directed. In instances
where a specific type of fixture has not been assigned to an outlet, provide a complete fixture
of the type and wattage designated for outlets of similar function and/or type as directed by
the Engineering Assistant at no additional cost to the Owner.

12.3.1.8 Flush mounted recessed fixtures shall be installed so as to completely eliminate light
leakage between the frame and the finished surface. Fixture housing, frame or canopy shall
provide a suitable cover for the fixture outlet box or fixture opening.

12.3.1.9 Where fluorescent fixtures are specified, they shall be provided with energy efficient rapid
start ballast’s, U.L. listed, C.B.M. Certified, and E.T.L. approved. Low power factor ballast’s
will not be acceptable under any circumstances. Ballast’s shall have an "A" sound rating or
the highest sound rating for the fixture furnished. Ballast’s shall be as manufactured by
Jefferson Electric Co., General Electric Company, Bonus Line, or Advance Transformer
Company. Ballast’s, which are noisy or defective, shall be removed and replaced by this
Contractor without additional charges to the owner. Ballast’s shall be Class P internally
protected to meet Section 410-81 (e) of the National Electrical Code. Verify ballast voltages
from circuits on plan.

12.3.1.10 In instances where suspended ceiling construction alone will not satisfactorily support
luminaries, provide and install appropriate and adequate auxiliary steel supports. Auxiliary
supports shall be rigidly attached to substantial building construction. Additional wires shall

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be provided so that supports will not deflect more than 1/360 of the span with twice the
fixture weight. Provide "scissors clips" on the "T" bar construction for installation of surface
mounted fluorescent fixtures.

12.3.1.11 The Electrical Contractor shall consult the Room Finish Schedule as to the type of ceiling
construction. He shall be responsible for ordering the proper fixture with hardware for
installation in or on the specified ceiling.

12.3.1.12 Electrical Contractor shall furnish all necessary additional auxiliary supporting steel for
fixtures not mounted on building framework, and where necessary to span the ceiling
channels of hung ceiling construction.

12.3.1.13 Fixtures shall be installed at mounting heights as shown on the drawings or indicated in the
specifications. A complete schedule of mounting heights for all lighting fixtures shall be
submitted for approval.

12.3.1.14 Each fixture shall be complete with a suitable lamp. All inoperable lamps shall be replaced
with new lamps during the course of construction, up to and including the date of final
acceptance of the building by the Engineering Assistant and Owner.

12.3.1.15 At completion of work, all lighting equipment shall be dusted and washed and left in condition
ready for use.

12.3.1.16 Acrylic diffusers shall be 100% virgin acrylic, .125" thick minimum.

12.3.1.17 Fixtures shall be wired to outlets with Type AF wire and connected to circuit wires with
pressure-type connectors such as 3M or Buchanan.

12.3.2 Units located on exterior of building shall be of weatherproof construction, gasketed and
installed with non-ferrous metal screws finished to match the fixture.

12.3.3 The Electrical Contractor shall furnish and install lamps of the type required for the application
in all equipment furnished under other contracts. This will be for such items as casework,
hoods, etc. This will occur in instances where lighting fixtures in equipment are furnished by
others.

12.3.4 Ballast’s to be high-power factor type (90% or better) constant wattage. Ballast’s for exterior
use shall be capable of starting lamps down to -20F. Ballast’s equal to General Electric
Bonus Line or approved equal.

END OF SECTION

13 PLUMBING

13.1 All work shall be performed in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations, or

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other authorities having local jurisdiction. Nothing contained in these Specifications or shown
on the Drawings shall be construed to conflict with any of these regulations. Where any part
of the plumbing work specified or shown on the Drawings is not in accordance with all
applicable codes, this Contractor shall make all changes required by Enforcing Authorities.
The extent of domestic water and sanitary wastewater piping required by this section, and/or
for a complete job, is indicated on the drawings and schedules. Insulation shall be applied in
a neat and workmanlike manner by mechanics experienced in this type of work. Contractor
shall be required to remove and replace all insulation not applied in strict accordance with the
manufacturer's specifications or not presenting a neat appearance. All piping shall be tested
before insulation is applied at joints and all joints left uncovered until tests have been
performed and approved.

Cover all water piping except exposed fixture branches. Insulation shall be installed and
sealed for the entire length of run to prevent dripping from condensation. Insulate all water
piping with "Certain-Teed/Saint Cobain," "Armstrong," "Owens-Corning" glass fiber pipe
insulation or approved equal in one (1) piece molded sections. Piping should be clean, dry,
and tested before insulation is applied. Apply all insulation as recommended by manufacturer.

13.1.1 Comply with applicable Plumbing Code pertaining to plumbing materials, construction and
installation of products.

Comply with applicable American National Standards pertaining to products and installation
of domestic water and sanitary wastewater piping system.

Comply with Reynolds Water and Disposal Companies Standards pertaining to installation of
all domestic water/sprinkler service and sanitary sewer laterials.

13.1.2 Submit manufacturer's technical product data and installation instructions for domestic
water/sprinkler and sanitary wastewater piping, materials and products.

13.1.3 At project closeout, submit record drawings of installed domestic water and sanitary
wastewater piping and piping products, in accordance with all requirements, if different than
shown on construction drawings.

13.1.4 Submit maintenance data and parts lists for domestic water and sanitary wastewater materials
and products. Include this data, product data, and record drawings in maintenance manual.

13.1.5 Provide piping materials and factory-fabricated piping products of sizes, types, pressure
ratings, temperature ratings and capacities as indicated. Where not indicated, provide proper
selection as determined by Installer to comply with installation requirements. Provide sizes
and types of matching piping and equipment connections, provide fittings of materials which
match pipe materials used in domestic water and sanitary wastewater piping systems. Where
more than one type of material or product is indicated, selection is Installer's option.

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13.1.6 Provide identification of piping where exposed or above ceiling in accordance with the
following listing:

13.1.6.1 Domestic Water Piping: Plastic pipe markers identifying hot and cold.

13.1.6.2 Domestic Water Valves: Brass valve tags.

13.1.6.3 Above Ground Waste, Vent Piping: Plastic pipe markers.

13.1.7 Provide pipes and pipe fittings complying with normal practice and in accordance with the
following listing:

13.1.7.1 Domestic Water Piping

13.1.7.1.1 Tube Size two (2) inch and Smaller: Copper tube; Type L, hard-drawn temper, wrought-
copper fittings with solder joints.

13.1.7.1.2 Solder copper tube-and-fitting joints where indicated, in accordance with recognized
industry practice. Cut tube ends squarely to fit without strain on pipe or fittings, ream to full
inside diameter, and clean outside of tube ends, and inside of fitting. Apply solder flux to
joint areas of both tube and fitting. Insert tube full depth into fitting, and solder in a manner,
which will draw solder full depth and circumference of the joint using only lead-free solder.
Wipe excess solder from joint before it hardens.

13.1.7.2 Wastewater Piping

13.1.7.2.1 All sanitary wastewater piping four (4) inch and smaller shall be Schedule "40" or better Poly
Vinyl Chloride (PVC). All wastewater piping greater than four (4) inch shall be Schedule
"35" Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC).

13.1.7.2.2 All Schedule "40" joints shall be cemented using a two-part component system compatible
with pipe used.

13.1.8 Provide piping specialties complying with normal practice and in accordance with the following
listing:

13.1.8.1 Pipe Escutcheons

13.1.8.1.1 Pipe Sleeves

13.1.8.1.2 Sleeve Seals

13.1.8.1.3 Ball Valves

13.1.8.1.4 Stop and Waste Valves

13.1.9 Provide supports and anchors for all water supply, drain and/or vent stack piping.

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13.1.10 Install water distribution piping in accordance with standard practice and applicable plumbing
codes as follows:

13.1.10.1 Install piping with one-thirty-second (1/32) inch per foot (1/4%) upward slope in direction of
flow. All piping shall be supported from building structure on adjustable-type hangers.

13.1.10.2 Install valve in each branch and riser, close to main, where branch or riser serves 2 or more
plumbing fixtures or equipment connections, and elsewhere as indicated.

13.1.10.3 Install shutoff valve at inlet of each plumbing fixture item and elsewhere as indicated.

13.1.10.4 Install drain valve on each water line located to completely drain line for service or repair.
Install at base of each riser, at base of each rise or drop in piping system, and elsewhere
where indicated or required to completely drain domestic water piping system.

13.1.10.5 Test domestic water piping in accordance with standard testing requirements to insure
against leakage before piping is embedded in concrete or behind finished walls.

13.1.10.6 Leave piping under pressure of supply, or minimum of one-hundred (100) psi, for the
remainder of the construction period.

13.1.10.7 All copper tubing to be under, in contact with, or embedded in concrete, shall be properly
wrapped and/or protected from contact with concrete to prevent future corrosion.

13.1.10.8 Install backflow preventer after the meter.

13.1.10.9 Disinfect all hot and cold-water lines installed under this contract.

13.1.10.10 There are no tap-in fees for water and sewer.

13.1.10.11 Water meter supplied and installed by Reynolds Water Company.

13.1.10.12 Curb boxes, risers, and shut-off valve supplied by Reynolds Water Company, installed by
Contractor.

13.1.10.13 Two-inch (2) copper service line shall be bedded in 1B washed gravel and backfilled with
clean dirt compacted in 8" layers to subgrade of floor.

13.1.11 Install wastewater piping in accordance with applicable Plumbing Code.

13.1.12 Install wastewater and vent piping pitched to drain at minimum slope of one quarter (¼) inch
per foot (2%) for piping three (3) inches and smaller, and one eight (⅛)-inch per foot (1%) for
piping four (4) inches and larger.

13.1.12.1 Extend vents twelve (12) inches above roof. Flash and counter-flash vent through the roof
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through the roof.

13.1.13 Install cleanouts in above-ground piping and building drain piping, as required by applicable
Plumbing Code; at each change in direction of piping greater than 45; at minimum intervals
of fifty (50) feet for piping four (4) inch and smaller and one hundred (100) feet for larger piping;
and at base of each vertical soil or waste stack. Install floor and wall cleanout covers for
concealed piping.

13.1.14 All piping shall be cut to fit without strain on pipe or fittings. All cut ends of pipe shall be
trimmed to remove burrs, and all joints shall be dry fitted before final assembly.

13.1.15 Joints shall be cemented using a two-component system thoroughly swabbing the contact
surfaces of both pipe and fitting with pipe manufacturer's recommended solvent or cleaner,
then a second thorough swabbing with recommended PVC cement, then joint shall be
assembled, using a twisting motion before cement has taken initial set.

13.1.16 All PVC piping installed under the concrete floor slab shall be bedded and covered with a
minimum of two (2) inch of uniform graded concrete or mason sand before other backfill is
placed over the pipe.

13.1.17 Trench drains shall be installed where shown on the plan.

13.1.18 Plumbing fixtures specified are identified as Briggs Commercial Fixtures with corresponding
numbers unless otherwise identified but may be replaced with fixtures of equal quality from a
reputable manufacturer, with approval of the Engineering Assistant.

13.1.19 Fixtures for restroom are as follows (use fixtures per plans if not specified see below):

Handicap Rest Room:

1- Commode, Kohler #K-3517-C, handicapped water conserver, close-couples’ combination


with elongated bowl.

1- Seat, Olsonite, elongated, solid plastic, closed front, with cover.

1- Lavatory, Kohler Morning Side #K-12634, wall-hung handicap lavatory, with cast brass,
chrome-plated #K-13328 Finesse faucet with gooseneck spout, standard aerator and wrist
blades.

1- 24" and 1 - 36" stainless steel one and one quarter (1¼) inch diameter handicap grab bars,
Bobrick B-550x24 and B-550x36.

1- Tissue dispenser, Bobrick #B-273.

1- 16"x24" tilting mirror, Bobrick #B-294-1624.

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Private Rest Room:

1- Commode, Kohler #K-3421, Standard height, water conserver, close-coupled combination


with round front bowl.

1- Seat, Olsonite, standard, solid plastic, closed front, with cover.

1- Lavatory, Kohler 16"x14", wall hung, enameled cast iron, with Triton Faucet #K-8040-2A,
chrome, with pop-up waste.

1- Tissue dispenser, Bobrick #B-273.

1- Paper towel dispenser, Bobrick #B-13-262.

1- 16"x24" mirror with shelf, Bobrick #B-166-1624.

Sink:

1- Sink, Kohler #K-3207, 25"x22"x12" deep, stainless steel, self-rimming sink, with three-hole
punching, #K-8801 sink strainer and #K-7306-5C Triton widespread lavatory faucet with
gooseneck spout, rose spray outlet, and wrist blades.

13.1.19.1 Commode: The Conserver, vitreous China, elongated front, syphon-jet design.

13.1.19.2 Seat: Olsonite: #8144 (No. 44) solid plastic seat for elongated bowl, closed front, without
cover.

13.1.19.3 Urinal: American Standards Lynbrook 9531.019.

13.1.19.4 Urinal Flush Valve: Sloan Royal flush valve #180.

13.1.19.5 Carrier: Zurn No. Z-1221 concealed carrier.

13.1.19.6 Handicap Lavatory: The Grace #6640, Vitreous China wall mounted twenty (20) inch x
twenty-seven (27) inch handicapped access, four (4) inch faucet centers.

13.1.19.7 Lavatory: The Milton I, vitreous china, wall mounted twenty (20) inch x eighteen (18) inch,
four (4) inch faucet centers.

13.1.19.8 Trim: Briggs Brassware Model 115WB lavatory faucet with waste stop.

13.1.19.9 Mirrors: Bobrick or equal glass mirrors with stainless steel channel frames B-165-2026,
secured tight to wall over lavatory.

13.1.19.10 Toilet Paper Holder: Chrome-plated surface mounted Bobrick B-2730 or equal.

13.1.19.11 Paper Towel Dispenser: Chrome-plated Bobrick B-262 or equal, surface mounted cabinet.

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13.1.19.12 Grab Bars: To be stainless steel forty-two (42) inch and thirty-six (36) inch long with one
and half (1½) inch outside diameter.

13.1.19.13 Kitchen Sink: The Lusterton by Elkay, 18-gauge stainless steel, two-bowl sink, Model LR-
3322, thirty-three (33) inch x twenty-two (22) inch, handicap access.

13.1.20 Restroom Stalls: Bobrick or approved equal.

13.1.20.1 Solid Plastic shall be high density, solid polyethylene with homogenous color throughout.
Provide material not less than one (1) inch thick, seamless construction with edges cased
with one sixteenth (1/16) inch radius corners: all sharp corners removed.

13.1.20.1.1 Class “B” fire rated (color selected by owner)

13.1.20.2 Doors-one (1) inch thick solid plastic, minimum fifty-five (55) inch high and mounted
approximately fourteen (14) inches above finish floor.

13.1.20.3 Panels 1” thick solid plastic, minimum fifty-five (55) inch high and mounted approximately
fourteen (14) inches above finish floor.

13.1.20.4 Pilasters-1” thick solid plastic, fastened to three (3) inch twenty (20) gauge stainless steel
shoes by means of theft-proof stainless-steel hex bolts, extended to full height of ceiling for
bracing.

13.1.20.5 Hardware-hinges, door latches, door strikes, and wall brackets shall be bright-dip anodized
aluminum. Fasteners for hardware shall be stainless steel.

13.1.20.5.1 Headrail extrusion shall be heavy-duty (6061-T6) anti-grip bright-anodized finish aluminum.

13.1.20.5.2 Door pulls, door stops, and bumper/hooks shall be of heavy chrome-plated zamac, unless
otherwise noted below.

13.1.20.5.3 Latch/strike shall be heavy-duty aluminum with bright-anodized finish. Rubber door stop.

13.1.20.5.4 Hinges shall be heavy-duty chrome-plated extrusion with bright-anodized finish and
stainless-steel pin. Adjustable cam to hold door at position desired.

13.1.20.5.5 Brackets shall be heavy-duty chrome-plated extrusion with bright-anodized finish.

13.1.20.5.6 Coat hooks-none required.

13.1.20.5.7 Door bumper shall be rubber, projecting not more than three quarter (¾) inch.

13.1.20.5.8 Fasteners shall be stainless steel, one quarter (¼) inch, tamper proof.

13.1.21 All applicable provisions of ANSI 117.1, 1980, “Specification For Making Buildings and
Facilities Accessible to Physically Handicap People.

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13.1.22 All accessories shall be attached to appropriate backing with fasteners in accordance with
manufacture’s recommendation. Be sure everything is plumb, level, and true.

13.1.23 All necessary restroom appurtenances, exposed supply lines, traps, drains, clamps,
escutcheons, etc. shall be furnished as required to complete all installations and shall be
chrome plated brass or soft copper.

13.1.24 Furnish and install one (1) wall mounted model water cooler drinking fountain, EBCO Oasis
PLF8SKTP-STN, location as shown on plans. Cooler shall be equipped to operate on 110-
120-volt electric current.

13.1.25 Furnish and install one (1) American Standards, utility sink, floorwell 7741.000 where shown
on plans.

13.1.26 Hot water tank for restrooms shall be located as shown on drawings and shall be twenty (20)
gallon electric, A. O. Smith EJCT-20 or approved equal. Tank shall be fitted with a pressure/
temperature relief valve with discharge piped to sanitary sewer connection.

13.1.27 Upon completion of installation of plumbing fixtures and after units are water pressurized, test
fixtures to demonstrate capability and compliance with requirements.

13.1.28 When possible, correct malfunctioning units at site, then retest to demonstrate compliance;
otherwise, remove and replace with new units and proceed with retesting.

13.1.29 Inspect each installed unit for damage to finish. If feasible, restore and match finish to original
at site; otherwise, remove fixture and replace with new unit. Feasibility and match to be judged
by Engineering Assistant/Owner. Remove cracked or dented units and replace with new units.

13.1.30 Clean plumbing fixtures, trim, and strainers of dirt and debris and leave in condition ready for
use.

13.1.31 Adjust water pressure at faucets, and flush valves to provide proper flow stream and specified
gpm.

13.1.32 Adjust or replace washers to prevent leaks at faucets and stops.

13.1.33 General: Furnish special wrenches and other devices necessary for servicing plumbing
fixtures and trim to Owner with receipt.

13.2 Sprinkler system shall be installed at a future date.

13.2.2 The sprinkler Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for the installation of the sprinkler supply
main from the existing line as shown on plans. This Sub-Contractor shall also be responsible
for the connection to the Reynolds Water Company lines and shall coordinate all work with
the Reynolds Water Company.

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END OF SECTION

14 MECHANICAL

HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

14.1 Work under this section includes furnishing and installing heating units, grilles, vents, controls,
fans, and ductwork, as shown on drawings and all other appurtenant equipment necessary
for proper operation of the heating, air conditioning and ventilating system. The plans and
these specifications are intended to diagrammatically show and describe the installation of the
heating, ventilating, and air conditioning system.

14.1.1 Any appliances or materials obviously a part of the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning
work and necessary for its proper operation, although not specifically mentioned herein, not
shown on the drawings, shall be furnished and installed as if called for in detail without
additional cost to the owner.

14.1.2 The Heating Contractor shall be entirely responsible for all apparatus equipment and
appurtenance furnished by him in connection with the work. The drawings are generally
indicative of the work to be installed. The Heating Contractor shall carefully investigate the
structural and finish conditions affecting the work accordingly, furnish necessary parts and
equipment as may be required to meet various conditions.

14.1.3 The Contractor shall furnish and install all sheet metal work as shown on the drawings in a
first class, workmanlike manner. The ductwork shall be anchored securely to the building in
an approved manner and shall be installed so as to be completely free from vibration under
all conditions of operation.

14.1.4 Ductwork shall be designed and installed in a neat, workmanlike manner and in accordance
with acceptable practice given in the ASHRAE guide of the duct manual and sheet metal
construction for ventilating and air conditioning systems, Section 1, Low Velocity Systems, as
published by Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Associations, Inc.

14.1.5 The gauges of the sheet metal used for ductwork in this installation shall be in accordance
with the tables in the guide or duct manual mentioned in the above paragraph. Ductwork
fabricated from foil- clad rigid insulation board will not be permitted.

14.1.6 All rectangular ducts shall be wrapped with 1" thick foil backed fiberglass. Tape all joints.
Internally insulate all return ducts, and internally insulate supply ducts for the first twelve (12)
feet minimum. Round supply ducts shall have a one (1) inch thick foil backed vapor barrier
insulation wrapped on exterior. Tape all joints. Test for leaks.

14.1.7 Condensing units will be remotely located outside as shown on plans.

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14.1.8 Equipment furnished shall be manufactured as shown below.

14.1.8.1 Furnace shall be 90,000 BTU gas, York 95% fuel efficient, vertically placed with
condensation pan for office.

14.1.8.2 Furnish and install a 2,000 CFM condensing unit by York.

14.1.8.3 Exhaust fans to be Broan, or approved equal, as shown on the working drawings and
controlled as shown on electrical drawings, size by HVAC Contractor, three (3) total.

14.1.8.4 Thermostat to be Honeywell, Model T87F1859.

14.1.8.5 Plant heaters shall be radiant heaters as supplied by Easy Radiant Model SH-100-30 or
approved equal

14.2 The HVAC Subcontractor shall coordinate all installation of ductwork and equipment with other
trades and in particular with Electrical Subcontractor to insure proper wiring and connection
to electrical system.

14.3 Upon completion of the project, and before acceptance by the Owner, each separate system
in the entire project shall be balanced by a qualified balancing Engineering Assistant, to
ensure proper heat distribution and required air exchange rate. At the change of seasons, if
it is necessary to return and re-balance the system to maintain comfort zone compliance, then
the Owner shall be properly instructed in the procedure to be followed.

14.4 Balancing of volume control devices shall be provided in each branch duct to obtain proper
amount of air to each space. Damper immediately behind supply outlet shall only be used for
minor regulations to prevent noise complaints.

14.5 The HVAC subcontractor shall make all necessary arrangements, obtain all permits, and pay
all fees required for the installation of the work covered under this Section of the Specifications.
Before final payment of the work, a certificate of approval must be obtained and turned over
to the Owner.

14.6 All work shall be performed in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal Regulations, or
other authorities having local jurisdiction. Nothing contained in these Specifications or shown
on the Drawings shall be construed to conflict with any of these regulations. Where any part
of the HVAC work specified or shown on the Drawings is not in accordance with all applicable
codes, this Contractor shall make all changes required by Enforcing Authorities at no
additional cost to the Owner.

14.7 All work under this Contract shall be completed in a first-class workmanlike manner and shall
conform to the best standards of the industry.

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14.8 All products to have one-year parts warranty, fan coil compressor warranty to be five years.
Heating Contractor to warrant complete system for one year.

END OF SECTION

15 BUILDING

15.1 The main buildings shall be clear span, eighty (80) feet x two-hundred (200) feet, thirty-four
(34) foot at eaves, with office, lunch room, and rest rooms as shown, pre-Engineering steel
building of the rigid frame-type design. Building to include an expandable endwall and the
expansion of eighty feet to south (doubling building size) as shown. Supplier of steel building
will be responsible for final design, which shall include a minimum of 30 lb. live-roof load and
be capable of withstanding a 20 lb. wind load, roof pitch ½:12. Structural building framing and
foundations shall be designed to carry two (2) - five (5) ton cranes in one bay. Building design
shall include vertical and lateral column loading and/or lift to be used in foundation design,
shop drawings, anchor bolt layout drawings, anchor bolts, wind bracing, purlins, girts,
fasteners, and any other appurtenances necessary for the complete erection of the building.
The trade name of the building shall be included on the bid sheet in the "Remarks" space, and
catalog cuts shall be submitted with the bid. Shop drawings including foundation loadings at
each column and anchor-bolt drawings shall be submitted to the Engineering Assistant before
fabrication is started. Outside columns shall be straight. All structural members shall be
cleaned and given one (1) full coat of approved primer before delivery to the site. Any and all
construction dirt or shipping markings shall be removed and/or painted over at the time of
erection to provide a clean, neat-appearing structure before insulation and sheathing is
installed.

15.2 Cranes and monorails to be furnished and installed by the Owner later.

15.3 Finish ceiling heights in office addition shall be eight (8) feet.

15.4 The entire building shall be sheathed with twenty-six (26) gauge galvanized sidewall panels
of the flute and rib design, the depth and number of ribs adequate to provide longitudinal
stability of the sheets and finished with a baked-on factory finish. Roof shall be twenty-six (26)
gauge rib design Gal-V-Lume or approved equal. A full-width sample of the wall and roof
panels, one (1) foot in length, shall be submitted to the Engineering Assistant for approval with
the shop drawings. Sidewall panels shall be of the color selected by the Owner from color
charts provided by the building supplier. All eaves, gable, corner trim, gutters, and
downspouts shall be included and the color of these shall be selected as above and may be
contrasting in color to the sidewalls. Panels shall be fastened to the structural members,
purlins, and girts with high-strength, hex-head, self-tapping screws with heads painted to
match the panels.

15.5 Structural framing for office shall be as suggested on the plans, actual design calculations of

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structural members and final design of, columns, beams and roof deck will be the responsibility
of the building structural supplier and shall be included as part of the shop drawing submission.

END OF SECTION

16 EROSION & SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PLAN

16.1 Contractor shall comply with the Erosion & Sedimentation Control Plan as developed by
Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.

16.2 Contractor to supply all materials and labor to comply with Plans C900, C901, C902, C903
and C904.

END OF SECTION

17 HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN

17.1 Contractor shall supply Greenville Reynolds Development Corp. with a health and safety
plan within ten (10) days of awarding contract.

17.2 The approved Health and Safety Plan must be kept on site until project is complete and final
payment is awarded.

17.3 Greenville Reynolds Development Corp. must approve plan before any work may proceed.

END OF SECTION

18 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

18.1 CEC NOTE

The Contractor shall place a bid per cubic yard for disposal of all contaminated soil to be
removed from site under Alternate #4. All soil removed from site must be sent to an approved
landfill. See KU Resources Soil Management Plan (attached as Attachment #3). It is
estimated by CEC Environmental Consultants that there will be an excess of approximately
6000CY of contaminated soil. This alternate will require prevailing wage.

18.2 The Contractor shall include cost associated with the installation, inspection, testing and final
acceptance of all new stormwater management facilities constructed.

18.3 The Contractor shall coordinate with all applicable regulating agencies concerning
installation, inspection, and approval of the storm drainage system constructed.

18.4 All stormwater management facilities, including collection and conveyance structures shall
be in accordance with all applicable local and state codes and regulations.

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END OF SECTION

19 ACT 2 CLEAN-UP PLAN

19.1 Act 2 clearance must be completed by June 30, 2019.

19.2 Act 2 cleanup requires prevailing wages. (This is the only section requiring prevailing
wages). All work referenced under only this Section 19 shall include prevailing wages.

19.3 Site requirements under Act 2 require a witness barrier and twelve (12) inches of cover.

19.4 Cover will include soil which must meet PADEP standards for clean fill. This will be installed
in all grass areas as shown on plans.

19.5 Cover will include compacted AASHTO No. 4 Rock at a depth of nine (9) inches and three
(3) inches of compacted crushed concrete in the gravel areas as shown on plans.

19.6 Cover will include compacted crushed concrete or Penn Dot type 2A aggregate at a depth of
eight inches (8) in all paved areas as shown on plans. Paving as shown on plans and stated
above.

19.7 Cover will include compacted soil which meets PADEP standards for clean fill. This will be
compacted to 90% of the maximum dry density at optimum moisture content under the
building foot print to a point of one (1) foot below finish floor, then install six (6) inches of
compacted crushed gravel and six (6) inch concrete floor.

19.8 Project to consist of installing Geotextile fabric, Plastic safety fence, or other preapproved
material prior to placing twelve (12) inches of cover on the entire site.

END OF SECTION

20 CONTAMINATED SOIL

20.1 The Contractor shall place a bid per ton for disposal of all contaminated soil to be removed
from site under Alternate #4. All soil removed from site must be sent to an approved landfill.
See KU Resources Soil Management Plan (Attachment #3). It is estimated by CEC
Environmental Consultants that there will be an excess of approximately 4000 to 6000 cubic
yards of contaminated soil.

20.2 Mahoning Landfill is a pre-approved landfill, but the contractor is encouraged to investigate
other landfills. The soil profile is attached as Exhibit A and approved landfill is Exhibit B.

20.3 Contractor is to supply the Engineering Assistant with all weight slips from trucks on a daily
basis. Failure to do so will be at contractors’ expense.

20.4 As part of the Act 2 cleanup, some of the contaminated soil needs to be removed from the

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site. All soil that the contractor is unable to reuse on site will need to be disposed of in an
approved landfill estimated by CEC at 4000 to 6000 Cubic Yards.

21 CLEAN UP

21.1 Clean up will be the responsibility of the Prime Contractor under these Specifications. He
shall insure that the scrap and debris generated by each phase of this contract is removed
from the premises and disposed of properly, making certain that interior carpet areas are
swept clean, all rest room fixtures and sheet vinyl are mopped clean, all glass and windows
are cleaned, exterior grass areas, sidewalks and paved areas are free of wood and masonry
scraps, paper, nails, etc. Excavated areas around building, or other structural items covered
by these specifications shall be properly backfilled and all excess excavated material
distributed throughout the eastern portions of the building site.

END OF SECTION

22 ALTERNATES

22.1 The Contractor shall place a per-cubic yard cost for rock removal under Alternate #1. Any
rock removal must be in the presence of Engineering Assistant and the amount must be
agreed upon at the site.

22.2 The contractor under Alternate #2 for deletion of MC-30 cutback petroleum asphalt if
unsuitable weather conditions exist.

22.3 The Contractor shall place a cost per cubic yard under Alternate #3 for removal and
stockpiling at 795 Reynolds Industrial Park Road of all concrete below twelve (12) inches of
the existing grade. The Engineering Assistant will determine if concrete below twelve (12)
inches needs to be removed. Removal must be in the presence of Engineering Assistant and
the amount must be mutually agreed upon at the site.

21.4 The Contractor shall place a bid per ton for disposal of all contaminated soil to be removed
from site under Alternate #4. All soil removed from site must be sent to an approved landfill.

END OF SECTION

23 BID FORM

23.1 Contractor to place bid for completion of each item stated below. Dollar amount are for
accounting purposes only, due to several grant monies involved in this project.

23.2 A brief description outlining the requirements for acceptable completion of the proposed
section as described above in previous sections.

23.3 The Owner is requesting a separate Lump-Sum Bid for the ELG Warehouse Building

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Project.

23.4 Lump-Sum / Cubic Yard Bids

23.5 Bid Bond (Special Provisions) $ Lump-Sum

23.6 Layout and Site (Sections 3.1, 3.2 &3.4) $ Lump-Sum

23.6.1 Driveway and Paving (Section 3.3) $ Lump-Sum

23.6.2 Grading (Section 3.5) $ Lump-Sum

23.7 Foundations, Concrete and Masonry (Sections 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 & 4.5 $ Lump-Sum

23.7.1 Concrete Sidewalks and Floors (Section 4.4) $ Lump-Sum

23.8 Structural and Miscellaneous Metals (Section 5) $ Lump-Sum

23.9 Carpentry (Section 6) $ Lump-Sum

23.10 Insulation and Moisture Protection (Section 7) $ Lump Sum

23.11 Doors, Windows and Glass (Section 8) $ Lump Sum

23.12 Finishes (Section 9) $ Lump Sum

23.13 Special Items (Section 10) $ Lump Sum

23.14 Equipment (Section 11) $ Lump Sum

23.15 Electrical (Section 12) $ Lump Sum

23.16 Plumbing (Section 13) $ Lump Sum

23.17 Mechanical (Section 14) $ Lump Sum

23.18 Building (Section 15) $ Lump Sum

23.19 Erosion & Sedimentation Control Plan (Section 16) $ Lump Sum

23.20 Health and Safety Plan (Section 17) $ Lump Sum

23.20.1 Stormwater Management (Section 18) $ Lump Sum

23.20.2 Act 2 Cleanup Plan (Section 19) $ Lump Sum

23.20.3 Cleanup (Section 21) $ Lump Sum

23.21 Total Bid $ Total

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23.22 Alternates

23.22.1 Alternate #1 $ Cubic Yard

23.22.2 Alternate #2 $ Deletion Credit

23.22.3 Alternate #3 $ Cubic Yard

23.22.4 Alternate #4 $__________________ Ton

END OF SECTION

24 METHOD OF PAYMENT

24.1 Progress payments shall be advanced based upon requests submitted to the Engineering
Assistant by the Contractor and Certificates of Payment issued to the Owner by the
Engineering Assistant, the Owner shall make progress payments to the Contractor as follows:

24.1.1 On or about the 1st day of each month the Contractor will submit a request for payment for
work performed since the last request, or start of project, through the first day of the month,
equal to work completed, agreed upon by the Contractor and approved by the Engineering
Assistant.

24.1.2 All payment requests shall be submitted to the Engineering Assistant on modified AIA Request
for Payment Document G-702 and G-703 continuation sheets provided by the Engineering
Assistant. Actual invoices and payrolls for material, labor and machine rental involved plus a
reasonable percentage for overhead and profit, shall decide any discrepancies or
disagreements.

24.1.3 Upon acceptance of the work, and within five (5) working days, the Engineering Assistant will
issue a certificate to the Owner authorizing payment in the amount of 90% of the request, 10%
of each monthly payment will be retained until final acceptance and release of the total project.
Payment to be made to the Contractor by the Owner within ten (10) days of Engineering
Assistant's approval.

24.1.4 The Engineering Assistant will retain the right to withhold payment for any and all incomplete
and/or defective work or unsettled claims.

24.1.5 For the purpose of payment request breakdown, the contractor shall set a total price for each
item of the specifications in Bid Form section, 23.5 through 23.22.4. using Item 23.5 for Bond,
Item 23.6 Layout and Site Work, Item 23.6 Foundations, Concrete and Masonry, etc. Total
price for each unit to be entered after the item in column "C" Scheduled Value on the Form G-
702 & 703.

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24.2 Penalty: A penalty charge of $500 per day shall be assessed against the unpaid balance for
the project, for each calendar day beyond the construction time stipulated in the Specifications
(August 30th, 2019). Construction time may be extended or reduced from time to time by
Change Order.

24.3 Final Payment constituting the entire unpaid balance of the contract sum, shall be paid by the
Owner to the Contractor within thirty (30) days after substantial completion of the work, unless
otherwise stipulated in the Certificate of Substantial Completion, provided the work has been
completed, the contract fully performed, and a final Certificate for Payment has been issued
by the Engineering Assistant.

END OF SECTION

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