SECTION 01300 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

This spec was part of the Des Plaines, IL River WRF project that bid Feb 26, 2015.


SECTION 01300 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS


PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Coordination and project conditions.

B. Field engineering.

C. Preconstruction meeting.

D. Site mobilization meeting.

E. Progress meetings.

F. Pre-installation meetings.

G. Cutting and patching.

H. Special procedures.

1.2 COORDINATION AND PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of various sections of Project Manual to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements with provisions for accommodating items installed later.

B. Verify utility requirements and characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, operating equipment.

C. Coordinate space requirements, supports, and installation of mechanical and electrical Work indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as closely as practicable; place runs parallel with lines of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

D. In finished areas except as otherwise indicated, conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring within construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

E. Coordinate completion and clean up of Work of separate sections in preparation for Substantial Completion and for portions of Work designated for Owner's occupancy.
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F. After Owner occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective Work and Work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Owner's activities.

G. Coordinate trench excavation and backfill activities with surface restoration work.

1.3 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Locate and protect survey control and reference points. Promptly notify Architect/Engineer of discrepancies discovered.

B. Control datum for survey is that shown on Drawings.

C. Verify set-backs and easements; confirm drawing dimensions and elevations.

D. Provide  field  engineering  services.  Establish  elevations,  lines,  and  levels,  utilizing recognized engineering survey practices.

E. Submit  copy  of  site  drawing  and  certificate  signed  by  Land  Surveyor  certifying elevations and locations of the Work are in conformance with Contract Documents.

F. Establish elevations, lines and levels.   Locate and lay out instrumentation and similar appropriate means:
1. Surveying for site improvements, including pavements, stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement; utility locations, slopes, and invert elevations, will be provided by the Owner. All other surveying shall be provided by the Contractor.
2. Grid or axis for structure.
3. Building foundation, column locations, ground floor elevations.

G. Periodically verify layouts by same means.

H. If applicable perform surveys to determine quantities of unit cost work, including control surveys to establish measurement reference lines.  Notify Engineer prior to starting work.

I. Contractors shall sign surveyor’s field notes or keep duplicate field notes and calculate and certify quantities for payment purposes.

J. Maintain complete and accurate log of control and survey work as Work progresses.

K. Protect survey control points prior to starting site work; preserve permanent reference points during construction.

L. Promptly report to Architect/Engineer loss or destruction of reference point or relocation required because of changes in grades or other reasons.

M. Replace dislocated survey control points based on original survey control. Make no changes without prior written notice to Architect/Engineer.
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1.4 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Architect/Engineer will schedule and administer meeting after Notice to Proceed.

B. Attendance Required: Owner, Architect/Engineer, Contractor and major subcontractors.

C. Agenda:
1. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.
2. Distribution of Contract Documents.
3. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.
4. Designation of personnel representing parties in Contract and Architect/Engineer.
5. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.
6. Scheduling.
7. Security and housekeeping procedures.
8. Procedures for maintaining record documents.
9. Erosion control and dewatering requirements.

D. Architect/Engineer will record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Architect/Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

1.5 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Architect/Engineer will schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum monthly intervals.

B. Architect/Engineer will make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings.

C. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, project manager, major subcontractors and suppliers, Owner, Architect/Engineer, as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

D. Agenda:
1. Review minutes of previous meetings.
2. Review of Work progress.
3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.
4. Identification of problems impeding planned progress.
5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.
6. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.
7. Maintenance of progress schedule.
8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.
9. Planned progress during succeeding work period.
10. Coordination of projected progress.
11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.
12. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.
13. Other business relating to Work.
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E. Architect/Engineer will record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with copies to Architect/Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

1.6 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. When required in individual specification sections, convene pre-installation meetings at Project site prior to commencing work of specific section.

B. Require attendance of parties directly affecting, or affected by, Work of specific section.

C. Notify Architect/Engineer seven days in advance of meeting date.

D. Prepare agenda and preside at meeting:
1. Review conditions of installation, preparation and installation procedures.
2. Review coordination with related work.

E. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with copies to Architect/Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.


PART 2 PRODUCTS

       A. Not Used.


PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Employ skilled and experienced installer to perform cutting and patching.

B. Submit written request in advance of cutting or altering elements affecting:
1. Structural integrity of element.
2. Integrity of weather-exposed or moisture-resistant elements.
3. Efficiency, maintenance, or safety of element.
4. Visual qualities of sight exposed elements.
5. Work of Owner or separate contractor.

C. Execute cutting, fitting, and patching including excavation and fill, to complete Work, and to:
1. Fit the several parts together, to integrate with other Work.
2. Uncover Work to install or correct ill-timed Work.
3. Remove and replace defective and non-conforming Work.
4. Remove samples of installed Work for testing.
5. Provide  openings  in  elements  of  Work  for  penetrations  of  mechanical  and electrical Work.

D. Examine existing conditions prior to commencing Work, including elements subject to damage or movement during cutting and patching.
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E. After uncovering existing Work, assess conditions affecting performance or work.

F. Beginning of cutting or patching means acceptance or existing conditions.

G. Provide temporary supports to ensure structural integrity of the Work.  Provide devices and methods to protect other portions of Project from damage.

H. Provide protection from elements for areas that may be exposed by uncovering work.

I. Maintain excavations free of water.

J. Execute work by methods to avoid damage to other Work, and to provide proper surfaces to receive patching and finishing.

K. Cut masonry and concrete materials using masonry saw or core drill.

L. Restore  Work  with  new  products  in  accordance  with  requirements  of  Contract Documents.

M. Fit Work tight to pipes, sleeves, ducts, conduit, and other penetrations through surfaces.

N. Maintain integrity of wall, ceiling, or floor construction; completely seal voids.

O. At penetrations of fire rated walls, partitions, ceiling, or floor construction, completely seal voids with fire rated material in accordance with Specifications, to full thickness of penetrated element.

P. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finishes. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection; for assembly, refinish entire unit.

Q. Identify hazardous substances or conditions exposed during the Work to Architect/Engineer for decision or remedy.

3.2 SPECIAL PROCEDURES

A. Materials: As  specified  in  product  sections;  match  existing  with  new  products  for patching and extending work.

B. Employ skilled and experienced installer to perform alteration work.

C. Cut, move, or remove items as necessary for access to alterations and renovation Work. Replace and restore at completion.

D. Remove unsuitable material not marked for salvage, including rotted wood, corroded metals, and deteriorated masonry and concrete. Replace materials as specified for finished Work.

E. Remove debris and abandoned items from area and from concealed spaces.
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F. Prepare surface and remove surface finishes to permit installation of new work and finishes.

G. Close openings in exterior surfaces to protect existing work from weather and extremes of temperature and humidity.

H. Remove, cut, and patch Work in manner to minimize damage and to permit restoring products and finishes to original condition.

I. Refinish existing visible surfaces to remain in renovated rooms and spaces, to specified condition for each material, with neat transition to adjacent finishes.

J. Where new Work abuts or aligns with existing, provide smooth and even transition. Patch Work to match existing adjacent Work in texture and appearance.

K. When finished surfaces are cut so that smooth transition with new Work is not possible, terminate existing surface along straight line at natural line of division and submit recommendation to Architect/Engineer for review.

L. Where removal of partitions or walls results in adjacent spaces becoming one, rework floors, walls, and ceilings to a smooth plant without breaks, steps, or bulkheads.

M. Where change of plane of ¼ inch or more occurs, submit recommendation for providing smooth transition; to Architect/Engineer for review.

N. Trim existing doors to clear new floor finish. Refinish trim to original or specified condition.

O. Patch or replace portions of existing surfaces which are damaged, lifted, discolored, or showing other imperfections.

P. Finish surfaces as specified in individual product sections.


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