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The State Historical Society of Missouri April 12, 2017

Center for Missouri Studies Addendum No. 2 – May 5, 2017

UM Project No. 5005-4

TABLE OF CONTENTS 000010 - 1

SECTION 000010 –TABLE OF CONTENTS

000002 CERTIFICATIONS

000010 TABLE OF CONTENTS Revised 5/5/2017

VOLUME 1

DIVISION 0 – BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND CONTRACT FORMS

-- ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

1.A BID FOR LUMP SUM CONTRACT (Revised 5/5/2017) 1.A 1 - 7

1.B BIDDER’S STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS BSQ/1 - 2

1.B.2 SUPPLIER DIVERSITY COMPLIANCE EVALUATION FORM SD 1 -2

1.B.3 APPLICATION FOR WAIVER SD 3 -4

1.B.4 AFFIDAVIT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION SD 5 -6

1.B.5 CERTIFYING SUPPLIER DIVERSITY AGENCIES SD 7

1.B.6 NEWSPAPERS FOR OUTREACH TO DIVERSE SUPPLIERS SD 8

1.B.7 AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPLIER DIVERSITY PARTICIPATION SD 9

1.C INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS IFB/1 -5

1.D GENERAL CONDITIONS GC/1 - 39

1.E SPECIAL CONDITIONS (Revised 5/1/2017) SC 1 - 15

1.E.1 SCHEDULING SPECIFICATION SS 1 - 5

1.E.2 ROOFING SYSTEM MANUFACTURER’S CERTIFICATION RSMC 1

1.E.3 CONTRACTOR’S ROOFING/FLASHING/SHEET METAL GUARANTEE CRFSMG 1-2

1.E.4 SHOP DRAWING AND SUBMITTAL LOG SDSL 1

1.E.5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SERVICE MANUAL LOG OMML 1

1.E.6 CLOSEOUT LOG CLOSEOUT 1

1.E.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLIST COM 1 - 32

1.E.8 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CHECKLIST FOR 2 PAGES

ENERGIZING UTILITIES

-- SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION, SOIL ANALYSIS AND 46 PAGES

FOUNDATION DESIGN RECOMMENDATIONS

1.F INDEX OF DRAWINGS INDEX 1 - 5

1.G PREVAILING WAGE RATES PW 1 (plus Attachment 15 pages)

1.H ALTERNATES (Revised 5/1/2017) ALT 1 - 2

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

015526 TRAFFIC CONTROL

017419 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

018113 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

018119 INDOOR AIR QUALITY

019113 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS





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VOLUME 2

DIVISION 2 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

024100 SITE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

033015 UNDERSLAB VAPOR RETARDER

034500 PRECAST ARCHITECTURAL CONCRETE Revised 5/5/2017

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

042200 CONCRETE UNIT MASONRY

044200 EXTERIOR STONE CLADDING Revised 5/1/2017

DIVISION 5 - METALS

051200 STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

052100 STEEL JOIST FRAMING

053100 STEEL DECKING

054000 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS

055113 METAL PAN STAIRS

055116 MONUMENTAL STEEL STAIRS

055213 PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

057313 GLAZED DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

061000 ROUGH CARPENTRY

061600 SHEATHING

064113 WOOD-VENEER-FACED ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS

064116 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-FACED ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS

064216 FLUSH WOOD PANELING

066400 PLASTIC PANELING

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

071326 SELF-ADHERING SHEET WATERPROOFING

071700 BENTONITE WATERPROOFING

072100 THERMAL INSULATION

072419 WATER-DRAINAGE EXTERIOR INSULATION AND

FINISH SYSTEM (EIFS)

072726 FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR-WATER BARRIERS Revised 5/1/2017

075323 ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER(EPDM)ROOFING Rev. 5/1/2017

075423 THERMOPLASTIC POLYOLEFIN (TPO) ROOFING NEW Added 5/1/2017

076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

077200 ROOF ACCESSORIES

078100 APPLIED FIREPROOFING

078413 PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

078446 FIRE-RESISTIVE JOINT SYSTEMS

079200 JOINT SEALANTS





DIVISION 8 - OPENINGS

081113 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

081416 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

083113 ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

083323 OVERHEAD COILING DOORS

084113 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS Revised 5/1/2017

084126 ALL-GLASS ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS

084413 GLAZED ALUMINUM CURTAIN WALLS Revised 5/1/2017

087100 DOOR HARDWARE

087113 AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATORS

088000 GLAZING

088300 MIRRORS

089119 FIXED LOUVERS

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

092116.23 GYPSUM BOARD SHAFT WALL ASSEMBLIES

092216 NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

092613 GYPSUM VENEER PLASTERING

092900 GYPSUM BOARD

093013 CERAMIC TILING

095113 ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

095426 SUSPENDED WOOD CEILINGS

096513 RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

096519 RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

096623 RESINOUS MATRIX TERRAZZO FLOORING

096723 RESINOUS FLOORING NEW Added 5/5/2017

096813 TILE CARPETING

097723 FABRIC-WRAPPED PANELS

098300 ACOUSTIC FINISH

099113 EXTERIOR PAINTING

099123 INTERIOR PAINTING

099300 STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

101100 VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS

102113 STAINLESS STEEL TOILET COMPARTMENTS

102219 DEMOUNTABLE PARTITIONS NEW Added 5/5/2017

102249 FOLDING GLASS-PANEL PARTITIONS

102600 WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION

102800 TOILET, BATH, AND LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES

104313 DEFIBRILLATOR CABINETS

104413 FIRE PROTECTION CABINETS

104416 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

105123 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD LOCKERS NEW Added 4/21/2017

105626 MOBILE STORAGE SHELVING

105643 COMPACT MEDIA STORAGE SYSTEMS NEW Added 5/1/2017





DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

111300 LOADING DOCK EQUIPMENT NEW Added 5/1/2017

115123 LIBRARY STACK SYSTEMS NEW Added 5/1/2017

115213 PROJECTION SCREENS NEW Added 5/5/2017

115313 LABORATORY FUME HOODS NEW Added 5/5/2017

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

122413 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES

123553 LABORATORY CASEWORK NEW Added 5/5/2017

123661 SIMULATED STONE COUNTERTOPS

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (Not Used)

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

142123 MACHINE ROOM-LESS ELECTRIC TRACTION

PASSENGER ELEVATORS

DIVISIONS 15 - 20 (Not Used)





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VOLUME 3

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

210500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE-SUPPRESSION

211200 FIRE-SUPPRESSION STANDPIPES

211313 WET-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

220500 GENERAL PLUMBING REQUIREMENT

220519 METERS AND GAGES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

220553 IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

220700 PLUMBING INSULATION

221116 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING-METAL Revised 5/1/2017

221119 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

221123 DOMESTIC WATER PUMPS

221316 SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING

221319 SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALTIES Revised 5/5/2017

221329 SANITARY SEWERAGE PUMPS

221413 STORM DRAINAGE PIPING

221423 STORM DRAINAGE PIPING SPECIALTIES

221429 SUMP PUMPS

223100 DOMESTIC WATER SOFTENERS Revised 5/5/2017

223300 ELECTRIC DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

224000 PLUMBING FIXTURES

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

230500 GENERAL MECHANICAL REQUIREMENT

230523 GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR HVAC PIPING

230548.13 VIBRATION CONTROLS FOR HVAC

230553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230593 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

230700 HVAC INSULATION

230900 CONTROL SYSTEMS Revised 5/5/2017

232113 HYDRONIC PIPING Revised 5/1/2017

232116 HYDRONIC PIPING SPECIALTIES Revised 5/1/2017

232123 HYDRONIC PUMPS Revised 5/1/2017

232213 STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPING

232216 STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPING SPECIALTIES

232223 STEAM CONDENSATE PUMPS

233113 METAL DUCTS Revised 5/5/2017

233300 AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES Revised 5/5/2017

233413 AXIAL HVAC FANS

233423 HVAC POWER VENTILATORS

233600 AIR TERMINAL UNITS

233713 DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES

235700 HEAT EXCHANGERS FOR HVAC





DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (continued)

237313 MODULAR INDOOR CENTRAL-STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

237433 DEDICATED OUTDOOR AIR UNITS

238236 FINNED TUBE RADIATION HEATERS

238239.13 FAN COILS

238413 HUMIDIFIERS


DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

260500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

260519 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS

AND CABLES

260523 CONTROL-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES

260526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260533 RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260543 UNDERGROUND DUCTS AND RACEWAYS FOR

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260544 SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL

RACEWAYS AND CABLING

260553 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260573 OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICE COORDINATION STUDY

260923 LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

260943 NETWORK LIGHTING CONTROLS

262200 LOW-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

262413 SWITCHBOARDS

262416 PANELBOARDS

262726 WIRING DEVICES

262816 ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

262913 ENCLOSED CONTROLLERS

262923 VARIABLE-FREQUENCY MOTOR CONTROLLERS

264113 LIGHTNING PROTECTION FOR STRUCTURES

264313 SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICES FOR

LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CIRCUITS

265119 LED INTERIOR LIGHTING

265619 LED EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

270000 COMMUNICATIONS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

AND PARTS LIST

270526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

270528 PATHWAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

270536 CABLE TRAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS





DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS (continued)

270544 SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR COMMUNICATIONS

PATHWAYS AND CABLING

271100 COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT ROOM FITTINGS

271300 COMMUNICATIONS BACKBONE CABLING

271500 COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

280544 SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRONIC

SAFETY AND SECURITY PATHWAYS AND CABLING

283111 DIGITAL, ADDRESSABLE FIRE-ALARM SYSTEM


DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

311000 SITE CLEARING

312300 EXCAVATION AND FILL Revised 5/5/2017

312313 SUBGRADE PREPARATION

312333 TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING

312500 EROSION CONTROL

313200 GEOTEXTILE SOIL STABILIZATION AND LAYER SEPARATION

316329 DRILLED PIERS

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

320116 COLD MILLING ASPHALT PAVING

320117 BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT CRACK SEALING

321123 AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

321213 PRIME COAT

321216 ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVING

321237 COAL TAR SURFACE SEALING

321300 PORTLAND CEMENT PAVING

321373 CONCRETE PAVING JOINT SEALANT

321713 PARKING BUMPERS

321723 PAVEMENT MARKINGS

328400 IRRIGATION SYSTEMS (FOR REFERENCE ONLY)

329300 EXTERIOR PLANTS (FOR REFERENCE ONLY)

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

330513 MANHOLES AND STRUCTURES

330516 GRADE ADJUSTMENT OF STRUCTURES

333000 SANITARY SEWERAGE

334000 STORM DRAINAGE

334600 SUBDRAINAGE

337173 ELECTRICITY METERING

337313 LIQUID-FILLED, MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

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The State Historical Society of Missouri April 12, 2017 Center for Missouri Studies Addendum No. 2 – May 5, 2017 UM Project No. 5005-4

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SECTION 1.A BID FOR LUMP SUM CONTRACT Date:____________________________ BID OF

(hereinafter called "Bidder") a corporation* organized and existing under laws of the State of ,

a partnership* consisting of ,

an individual* trading as ,

a joint venture* consisting of . *Insert Corporation(s), partnership or individual, as applicable.

TO: Curators of the University of Missouri L100 General Services Building Columbia, Missouri 65211

1. Bidder, in compliance with invitation for bids for construction work in accordance with Drawings and

Specifications prepared by GOULD EVANS, PC, entitled "THE STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MISSOURI CENTER FOR MISSOURI STUDIES", UM Project No. 5005-4, dated APRIL 12, 2017, having examined Contract Documents and site of proposed work, and being familiar with all conditions pertaining to construction of proposed project, including availability of materials and labor, hereby proposes to furnish all labor, materials and supplies to construct project in accordance with Contract Documents, within time set forth herein at prices stated below. Prices shall cover all expenses, including taxes not covered by the University of Missouri’s tax exemption status, incurred in performing work required under Contract documents, of which this Bid is a part.

Bidder acknowledges receipt of following addenda:

Addendum No. Dated

Addendum No. Dated

Addendum No. Dated

Addendum No. Dated 2. In following Bid(s), amount(s) shall be written in both words and figures. In case of discrepancy between

words and figures, words shall govern.

3. BID PRICING

a. Base Bid:

The Bidder agrees to furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment required to __construct a new 3-story facility for the new State Historical Society Building to include gallery space,


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lecture halls, archives, library, classroom, offices, and conference rooms, as well as corridor and vertical circulation, mechanical and electrical equipment space, toilets, and other support spaces. Work consists of, but is not limited to: site improvement demolition; site clearing; site infrastructure; fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems; precast concrete panel rainscreen systems; cold-formed framing substrate wall with continuous insulation, fluid-applied air barrier membrane, sheathing, batt insulation, and interior gypsum board; aluminum-framed curtainwall system; aluminum storefront entrances; insulated single-ply elastomeric membrane roofing assembly; interior metal stud/gypsum board partitions; all interior finishes; and all other building systems required to complete the facility; all as indicated on the Drawings and described in these Specifications for sum of:

DOLLARS ($ ).

b. Additive Alternate Bids:

Above Base Bid may be changed in accordance with following Alternate Bids as Owner may elect. Alternates are as described in Section 1.H of Project Manual. The priority order of alternates is listed in Section 1.H “ALTERNATES” , but Owner is not required to accept or reject in order listed. This is a one (1) contract project, therefore, Alternates shall be studied by each Bidder to determine effect on Bids of Contractor and each Subcontractor and/or Material supplier.

(1) Additive Alternate No. 1: Exterior Limestone Wall Cladding in lieu of Precast

Concrete Wall Cladding (Type PC2): All for sum of:

DOLLARS ($ ). (2) Additive Alternate No. 2: Additional Art Fixtures, Furnishings, and Equipment:

All for sum of:

DOLLARS ($ ). (3) Additive Alternate No. 3: Light Monitor over Lobby/100:

All for sum of:

DOLLARS ($ ). (4) Additive Alternate No. 4: Exterior Limestone Wall Cladding at Base of Building

in lieu of Precast Concrete Wall Cladding (Type PC1): All for sum of:

DOLLARS ($ ).


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(5) Additive Alternate No. 5: Additional Suspended Wood Ceiling in lieu of

Suspended Acoustical Panel Ceiling in Auditorium/150 and Reading Room/250: All for sum of:

DOLLARS ($ ).

c. Unit Prices:

(1) For changing specified quantities of work from those indicated by Contract Drawings and Specifications, upon written instructions of Owner, the following Unit Prices shall prevail in accordance with General Conditions.

(2) The following Unit Prices include all labor, overhead and profit, materials,

equipment, appliances, bailing, shoring, shoring removal, etc., to cover all work. (3) The following Unit Prices are required where applicable to particular Base Bid and/or

Alternate being submitted. (4) Only a single Unit Price shall be given and it shall apply for either MORE or LESS

work than that indicated on Drawings and called for in Specifications as indicated to be included in Base Bid and/or Alternates. In the event that more or less units than so indicated is actually furnished, Change Orders will be issued for increased or decreased amounts as approved by the Owner.

(5) Bidder understands that the Owner will not be liable for any Unit Price or any amount

in excess of Base Bid and any Alternate(s) accepted at time of award of Contract, except as expressed in written Change Orders duly executed and delivered by Own-er's Representative.

(6) Unit Prices:

(a) Drilled Concrete Pier Excavation and Placement:

1. 30-inch Diameter Pier: Base Bid Quantity = 110 l.f. $ /l.f.



3A. 42-inch Diameter Pier Rock Socket: Base Bid Quantity = 4 l.f. $ /l.f.




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4. PROJECT COMPLETION

a. Contract Period - Contract period begins on the day the Contractor receives unsigned Contract, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, and "Instructions for Execution of Contract, Bonds, and Insurance Certificates." Bidder agrees to complete project within Six Hundred Thirty-Five

(635) calendar days from receipt of aforementioned documents. Fifteen (15) calendar days have been allocated in construction schedule for receiving aforementioned documents from Bidder.

b. Commencement - Contractor agrees to commence work on this project after the "Notice to Proceed" is issued by the Owner. "Notice to Proceed" will be issued within seven (7) calendar days after Owner receives properly prepared and executed Contract documents listed in paragraph 4.a. above.

c. Special scheduling requirements:

Work Outside this Contract Potentially Affecting Project Sequence:

• City of Columbia Utility Work is anticipated on Elm Street, Locust Street, and Sixth Street.

• University Of Missouri CP170851-General Site-Utility Installation and Upgrades for Center for Missouri Studies (SHSMO): Completion September 2018.

• Renovation Work at Heinkel Building: Completion July 30, 2107. Work of this Contract Affecting Project Sequence:

• Accessible Ramp Construction at East Side of Heinkel Building: Complete prior to commencement of site demolition and impact to existing accessible south entrance to Heinkel Building.


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• Electrical Duct Bank Relocation: Complete prior to commencement of basement excavation.

5. SUBCONTRACTOR LIST:

Bidder hereby certifies that the following subcontractors will be used in performance of Work: NOTE: Failure to list subcontractors for each category of work identified on this form or listing more than one subcontractor for any category of work without designating the portion of work performed by each shall be grounds for rejection of bid. List name, city, and state of designated subcontractor, for each category of work listed in Bid For Lump Sum Contract. If work within a category will be performed by more than one subcontractor, Bidder shall provide name, city, and state of each subcontractor and specify exact portion of work to be performed by each. If acceptance/non-acceptance of Alternates will affect designation of a subcontractor, Bidder shall provide information, for each affected category, with this bid form. If Bidder intends to perform any designated subcontract work by using Bidder's own employees, then Bidder shall list their own name, city, and state. The bidder may petition the Owner to change a listed subcontractor only within 48 hours of the bid opening. See Information For Bidders Section 16 List of Subcontractors for requirements.

Work to be performed Subcontractor Name Location (City, State)

HVAC

PLUMBING

ELECTRICAL

ROOFING

CURTAIN WALL/GLAZING

CONCRETE

STEEL ERECTOR

6. SUPPLIER DIVERSITY PARTICIPATION GOALS

a. The Contractor shall have as a goal, subcontracting with Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) of ten percent (10%), with Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVE) of three percent (3%); and with Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE), and/or Veteran Owned Business of ten percent (10%) of awarded contract price for work to be performed.

b. Requests for waiver of this goal shall be submitted on the attached Application For Waiver

form. A determination by the Director of Facilities Planning & Development, UM, that a good faith effort has not been made by Contractor to achieve above stated goal may result in rejection of bid.


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c. The Undersigned proposes to perform work with following Supplier Diversity participation level:

MBE PERCENTAGE PARTICIPATION: percent ( %). SDVE PERCENTAGE PARTICIPATION: percent ( %). WBE, DBE, and/or VETERAN PERCENTAGE PARTICIPATION: percent

( %).

d. A Supplier Diversity Compliance Evaluation form shall be submitted with this bid for each diverse subcontractor to be used on this project.

7. BIDDER'S ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

a. Bidder declares that he has had an opportunity to examine the site of the work and he has examined Contract Documents therefore; that he has carefully prepared his bid upon the basis thereof; that he has carefully examined and checked bid, materials, equipment and labor required thereunder, cost thereof, and his figures therefore. Bidder hereby states that amount, or amounts, set forth in bid is, or are, correct and that no mistake or error has occurred in bid or in Bidder's computations upon which this bid is based. Bidder agrees that he will make no claim for reformation, modifications, revisions or correction of bid after scheduled closing time for receipt of bids.

b. Bidder agrees that bid shall not be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) calendar days after

scheduled closing time for receipt of bids. c. Bidder understands that Owner reserves right to reject any or all bids and to waive any

informalities in bidding. d. Accompanying the bid is a bid bond, or a certified check, or an irrevocable letter of credit, or a

cashier's check payable without condition to "The Curators of the University of Missouri" which is an amount at least equal to five percent (5%) of amount of largest possible total bid herein submitted, including consideration of Alternates.

e. Accompanying the bid is a Bidder's Statement of Qualifications. Failure of Bidder to submit

the Bidder's Statement of Qualifications with the bid may cause the bid to be rejected. Owner does not maintain Bidder's Statements of Qualifications on file.

f. It is understood and agreed that bid security of two (2) lowest and responsive Bidders will be

retained until Contract has been executed and an acceptable Performance Bond and Payment Bond has been furnished. It is understood and agreed that if the bid is accepted and the undersigned fails to execute the Contract and furnish acceptable Performance/Payment Bond as required by Contract Documents, accompanying bid security will be realized upon or retained by Owner. Otherwise, the bid security will be returned to the undersigned.

8. BIDDER'S CERTIFICATE

Bidder hereby certifies:

a. His bid is genuine and is not made in interest of or on behalf of any undisclosed person, firm

or corporation, and is not submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of any group, association or corporation.

b. He has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other bidder to put in a false or sham

bid.


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c. He has not solicited or induced any person, firm or corporation to refrain from bidding. d. He has not sought by collusion or otherwise to obtain for himself any advantage over any other

Bidder or over Owner. e. He will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race,

color, religion, sex or national origin in connection with performance of work. f. By virtue of policy of the Board of Curators, and by virtue of statutory authority, a preference

will be given to materials, products, supplies, provisions and all other articles produced, manufactured, mined or grown within the State of Missouri. By virtue of policy of the Board of Curators, preference will also be given to all Missouri firms, corporations, or individuals, all as more fully set forth in "Information For Bidders."

9. BIDDER'S SIGNATURE Note: All signatures shall be original; not copies, photocopies, stamped, etc.

Authorized Signature Date

Printed Name Title

Company Name

Mailing Address

City, State, Zip

Phone No. Federal Employer ID No.

Fax No. E-Mail Address

Circle one: Individual Partnership Corporation Joint Venture

If a corporation, incorporated under the laws of the State of__________

Licensed to do business in the State of Missouri? ____yes _____no

(Each Bidder shall complete bid form by manually signing on the proper signature line above and supplying required information called for in connection with the signature. Information is necessary for proper preparation of the Contract, Performance Bond and Payment Bond. Each Bidder shall supply information called for in accompanying "Bidder's Statement of Qualifications.")

END OF SECTION

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PRECAST ARCHITECTURAL CONCRETE 034500 - 1

SECTION 034500 - PRECAST ARCHITECTURAL CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Precast rainscreen panels set on pre-engineered support structure.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Document 1.H “Alternates” and Section 044200 “Exterior Stone Cladding” for Alternate

Nos. 1 and 4 related to exterior limestone cladding in lieu of precast concrete wall

cladding provided in the BASE BID under the Work of this Section.

2. Section 061600 “Sheathing.”

3. Section 072100 “Thermal Insulation.”

4. Section 072726 “Fluid-Applied Membrane Air-Water Barriers.”

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions contained in ASTM C 119 apply to this Section.

B. IBC: International Building Code.

C. Precast Concrete Cladding Assembly: An exterior wall covering system consisting of precast

concrete together with anchors, backup structure, secondary weather barrier (sheathing),

fasteners, and support structure used to secure the precast concrete to the building structure and

to produce a weather-resistant covering.

1. Rainscreen backup structure includes integrated system of metal struts, brackets, fittings,

fasteners, and precast concrete anchors expressly engineered for mechanically installing

precast concrete cladding.

1.4 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.





1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each variety of precast concrete, accessory, and manufactured product.

B. Sustainable Design Submittals:

1. Product Certificates: For regional materials, indicating location of material manufacturer

and point of extraction, harvest, or recovery for each raw material. Include distance to

Project and cost for each regional material.

C. Shop Drawings: Show fabrication and installation details for precast concrete cladding

assembly, including dimensions and profiles of precast concrete units.

1. Show locations and details of joints both within precast concrete cladding assembly and

between precast concrete cladding assembly and other construction.

2. Include details.

3. Show locations and details of anchors and backup structure.

4. Include large-scale elevations and details.

D. Precast Samples for Verification: Sets for each variety, color, and finish of precast concrete

required; not less than 12 inches square.

1. Sets shall consist of at least three Samples, exhibiting extremes of the full range of color

and other visual characteristics expected and will establish the standard by which precast

concrete will be judged.

E. Delegated-Design Submittal: For precast concrete cladding assembly.

1.6 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For Installer, fabricator, professional engineer, and testing agency.

B. Welding certificates.

C. Material Test Reports:

1. Test Reports: For each precast concrete variety proposed for use on Project, by a

qualified testing agency, indicating compliance with required physical properties, other

than abrasion resistance, according to referenced ASTM standards. Base reports on

testing done within previous three years.

2. For metal components, by a qualified testing agency, indicating chemical and physical

properties of metal.

D. Preconstruction test reports.

E. Source quality-control reports.





1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricator Qualifications: Shop that employs skilled workers who custom fabricate precast

concrete cladding assemblies similar to that required for this Project and whose products have a

record of successful in-service performance.

B. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing precast concrete cladding

assemblies similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work

has a record of successful in-service performance.

C. Testing Agency Qualifications: Qualified according to ASTM E 329 for testing indicated.

D. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M,

"Structural Welding Code - Steel AWS D1.2/D1.2M, and "Structural Welding Code -

Aluminum AWS D1.3/D1.3M, "Structural Welding Code - Sheet Steel.”

E. Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under Sample submittals, to demonstrate

aesthetic effects, and to set quality standards for materials and execution.

1. Build mockups of typical exterior wall area as shown on Drawings.

a. Include typical components, attachments to building structure, and methods of

installation.

b. Include window opening with precast concrete returns.

c. Include an area that has been damaged and repaired.

2. Approval of mockups does not constitute approval of deviations from the Contract

Documents contained in mockups unless Architect specifically approves such deviations

in writing.

3. Subject to compliance with requirements, approved mockups may become part of the

completed Work if undisturbed at time of Substantial Completion.

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store and handle precast concrete and related materials to prevent deterioration or damage due

to moisture, temperature changes, contaminants, corrosion, breaking, chipping, and other

causes.

1. Lift precast concrete with wide-belt slings; do not use wire rope or ropes that might cause

staining. Move precast concrete, if required, using dollies with cushioned wood supports.

2. Store precast concrete on wood skids or pallets with nonstaining, waterproof covers.

Arrange to distribute weight evenly and to prevent damage to precast concrete. Ventilate

under covers to prevent condensation.

B. Mark precast concrete units, on surface that will be concealed after installation, with

designations used on Shop Drawings to identify individual precast concrete units. Orient

markings on vertical panels so that they are right side up when units are installed.





1.9 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Protect precast concrete cladding during erection by doing the following:

1. Cover tops of precast concrete cladding installation with nonstaining, waterproof sheeting

at end of each day's work. Cover partially completed structures when work is not in

progress. Extend cover a minimum of 24 inches down both sides and hold securely in

place.

2. Prevent staining of precast concrete. Immediately remove such materials without

damaging precast concrete.

3. Protect base of walls from rain-splashed mud and splatter by coverings spread on ground

and over wall surface.

1.10 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate installation of inserts that are to be embedded in concrete or masonry, flashing

reglets, and similar items to be used by precast concrete cladding Installer for anchoring,

supporting, and flashing of precast concrete cladding assembly. Furnish setting drawings,

templates, and directions for installing such items and deliver to Project site in time for

installation.

B. Time delivery and installation of precast concrete cladding to avoid extended on-site storage

and to coordinate with work adjacent to precast concrete cladding.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Source Limitations: Obtain precast concrete from single manufacturer with resources to provide

materials of consistent quality in appearance and physical properties.

B. Source Limitations for Other Materials: Obtain each type of precast concrete accessory and

other material from single manufacturer for each product.

2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Delegated Design: Engage a qualified professional engineer, as defined in Section 014000

"Quality Requirements," to design precast concrete cladding assembly.

B. General: Design precast concrete anchors and anchoring systems according to ASTM C 1242.

1. Precast concrete anchors shall withstand not less than two times the weight of the precast

concrete cladding in both compression and tension.

C. Structural Performance: Precast concrete cladding assembly shall withstand the effects of

gravity loads and the following loads and stresses within limits and under conditions indicated:





1. Wind Loads: As indicated.

2. Equipment Loads: Allow for loads due to window cleaning and maintenance equipment.

D. Seismic Performance: Precast concrete cladding assembly shall withstand the effects of

earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.

E. Thermal Movements: Allow for thermal movements from ambient and surface temperature

changes.

1. Temperature Change: 120 deg F, ambient; 180 deg F, material surfaces.

F. Horizontal Building Movement (Interstory Drift): Allow for maximum horizontal building

movement equal to quotient resulting from dividing floor-to-floor height at any floor by 400.

G. Shrinkage and Creep: Allow for progressive vertical shortening of building frame equal to 1/4-

inch in 10 feet.

H. Design precast concrete anchors and backup structure to withstand loads indicated without

exceeding allowable working stresses established by the following:

1. For Structural Steel: AISC 360.

2. For Cold-Formed Steel: AISI's "North American Specification and Commentary for the

Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members."

3. For Cold-Formed Stainless Steel: ASCE/SEI 8, "Specification for the Design of Cold-

Formed Stainless Steel Structural Members."

4. For Aluminum: AA ADM-1, "The Aluminum Design Manual."

5. For Cast-in-Place and Postinstalled Fasteners in Concrete: One-fourth of tested capacity

when installed in concrete with compressive strength indicated.

6. For Postinstalled Fasteners in Masonry: One-sixth of tested capacity when installed in

masonry units indicated.

I. Limit deflection in each prefabricated assembly caused by indicated loads and thermal

movements, acting singly or in combination with one another, to not more than 1/720 of

assembly's clear span or the following, whichever is smaller:

1. 1/16 inch, measured in plane of wall.

2. 1/4 inch, measured perpendicular to wall.

J. Provisions for Fabrication and Erection Tolerances: Allow for fabrication and erection

tolerances of building's structural system.

K. Provision for Deflection of Building Structure:

1. Deflection Due to Weight Cladding Assembly: Allow for 1/4-inch vertical deflection in

20-foot span of structural members supporting precast concrete cladding assembly.

2. Live Load Deflection: Allow for 1/4-inch vertical deflection, in 20-foot span of structural

members supporting precast concrete cladding assembly, due to live loads imposed on

building's structural frame after precast concrete installation.





L. Corrosion and Staining Control: Prevent galvanic and other forms of corrosion as well as

staining by isolating metals and other materials from direct contact with incompatible materials.

Materials shall not stain exposed surfaces of precast concrete and joint materials.

2.3 PRECAST CONCRETE RAINSCREEN PANELS (Type PC1 and PC2)

A. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide “ARCIS

Rainscreen Panels” as manufactured by AltusGroup Inc. or approved equal

B. Precast Concrete Panel Products: Match Architect’s Samples for color and texture and the

following:

1. Precast Type PC1: Match color of Type ST1 Cottonwood Limestone (Base Bid).

a. Sample: No. 4411 or 4412; Enterprise Precast Concrete, Inc.

b. Finish: Light acid etch.

2. Precast Type PC2: Match color of Type ST2 Cottonwood Plaza Gray Limestone (Base

Bid).

a. Sample: No. 4413; Enterprise Precast Concrete, Inc.

b. Finish: Light acid etch.

C. Match Architect's samples for color, finish, and other precast concrete characteristics relating to

aesthetic effects.

D. Thickness: Not less than 2 inches unless otherwise indicated.

2.4 FRAMING FOR BACKUP STRUCTURE

A. Rainscreen Support Framing System: Manufacturer's standard integrated system of metal

struts, brackets, fittings, fasteners, and precast concrete anchors expressly engineered for

mechanically installing precast concrete cladding.

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide complete backup support

framing structure by one of the following manufacturers:

a. ALLFACE Smart Fixing Systems GmbH.

b. fischer Fixing Systems.

c. NASS Sub-Structures/Keil Façade Anchor.

2. Components: Extruded 6005 T5 aluminum, designed, sized, and spaced in accordance

with Delegated Design and approved Shop Drawings.

a. Vertical Struts: Continuous extruded aluminum angles, nominal 2 inches face-

width by depth and spacing required to accommodate loads and cavity depth of

insulation.





b. Strut Wall Brackets: Extruded aluminum standard intermittent fixed-point bracket

supports mounted to substrate and supporting vertical struts, spaced as required to

accommodate loads.

c. Horizontal Support Attachment Rail : Continuous extruded aluminum bracket

system, consisting of continuous C-shaped horizontal support rail with panel clip

supports (“agraffe”) anchored to back of precast concrete panels and mounted to

support rail. Provide stainless steel adjustment screws for clip supports to

accommodate panel leveling and adjustment.

d. Precast Concrete Anchors: Corrosion-resistant stainless steel undercut anchors;

ASTM C 1242, designed to withstand not less than two times weight of precast

concrete cladding in compression and tension.

e. Accessories: Provide all accessories required to provide a backup structure system

needed to support precast concrete cladding system and thermally improved to

prevent de-rating of cavity wall insulation value. Accessories include, but are not

limited to, the following:

1) Thermal Isolation Spacer: Fiberglass spacer for installation between strut

wall brackets and air-water membrane barrier; not less than 1/4-inch

thickness.

2.5 ANCHORS AND FASTENERS

A. Fabricate anchors from stainless steel, ASTM A 240/A 240M or ASTM A 666, Type 304;

temper as required to support loads imposed without exceeding allowable design stresses.

Fabricate dowels and pins for anchors from stainless steel, ASTM A 276, Type 304.

B. Fabricate shelf angles for precast concrete from hot-dip galvanized steel, ASTM A 36/A 36M

for materials and ASTM A 123/A 123M for galvanizing.

C. Fabricate anchors, including shelf angles, from extruded aluminum, ASTM B 221, alloy and

temper as required to support loads imposed without exceeding allowable design stresses, but

not less than strength and durability properties of Alloy 6063-T6.

D. Cast-in-Place Concrete Inserts: Either threaded or wedge type unless otherwise indicated;

galvanized ferrous castings, either ASTM A 47/A 47M malleable iron or ASTM A 27/A 27M

cast steel, with capability to sustain, without failure, a load equal to 4 times the loads imposed

as determined by testing per ASTM E 488/E 488M, conducted by a qualified independent

testing agency. Provide bolts, washers, and shims as needed, all hot-dip galvanized per

ASTM F 2329.

E. Postinstalled Anchor Bolts for Concrete and Masonry: Chemical anchors or torque-controlled

expansion anchors made from stainless-steel components complying with ASTM F 593 and

ASTM F 594, Alloy Group 1 or 2 for bolts and nuts; ASTM A 240/A 240M, ASTM A 276, or

ASTM A 666, Type 304 or 316, for anchors, with capability to sustain, without failure, a load

equal to 4 times the loads imposed, for concrete, or 6 times the load imposed, for masonry, as

determined by testing per ASTM E 488/E 488M, conducted by a qualified independent testing

agency.





F. Threaded Fasteners: Heavy hexagon structural bolts, heavy hexagon nuts, and hardened

washers.

1. For stainless steel and aluminum, use annealed stainless-steel bolts, nuts, and washers;

for bolts, ASTM F 593; and for nuts, ASTM F 594, Alloy Group 1.

G. Weld Plates for Installation in Concrete: Comply with Section 055000 "Metal Fabrications."

2.6 ACCESSORIES

A. Concealed Sheet Metal Flashing: Fabricated from stainless steel in thicknesses indicated, but

not less than 0.0156 inch thick, and complying with Section 076200 "Sheet Metal Flashing and

Trim."

2.7 FABRICATION

A. General: Fabricate precast concrete units in sizes and shapes required to comply with

requirements indicated.

B. Control depth of precast concrete and back check to maintain minimum clearance of between

backs of precast concrete units and surfaces or projections of structural members, fireproofing

(if any), backup walls, and other work behind precast concrete .

C. Dress joints straight and at right angle to face unless otherwise indicated. Shape beds to fit

supports.

D. Cut and drill sinkages and holes in precast concrete for anchors, fasteners, supports, and lifting

devices as indicated or needed to set precast concrete securely in place.

E. Finish exposed faces and edges of precast concrete to comply with requirements indicated for

finish and to match approved samples and mockups.

F. Quirk-miter corners unless otherwise indicated; provide for cramp anchorage in top and bottom

bed joints of corner pieces.

G. Fabricate precast concrete to produce uniform joints and in locations indicated.

H. Contiguous Work: Provide chases, reveals, reglets, openings, and similar features as required to

accommodate contiguous work.

I. Clean backs of precast concrete to remove rust stains, iron particles, and concrete dust.

J. Inspect finished precast concrete units at fabrication plant for compliance with requirements for

appearance, material, and fabrication. Replace defective units.





1. Grade and mark precast concrete for overall uniform appearance when assembled in

place. Variations in appearance are acceptable if installed precast concrete units match

range of colors and other appearance characteristics represented in approved samples and

mockups.

2.8 FABRICATION OF BACKUP STRUCTURE

A. Fabrication of Rainscreen Support Framing System: Fabricate in shop to comply with

AISC 303.

1. Weld shop connections to comply with applicable provisions of AWS D1.1/D1.1M.

2. Fabricate joints to exclude water or to permit its escape to building exterior, at locations

where water could accumulate because of condensation or other causes.

3. Hot-dip galvanize backup structure after fabrication to comply with

ASTM A 123/A 123M.

B. Fabrication of Steel Stud Frames: Fabricate and assemble by welding to comply with

requirements in Section 054000 "Cold-Formed Metal Framing."

1. Weld secondary weather barrier (sheathing) to outside face of steel stud frames. Use

continuous welds at all four edges of sheets to provide continuous weather seal.

2. Clean welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas and repair galvanizing to comply

with ASTM A 780/A 780M.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine surfaces to receive precast concrete cladding and conditions under which precast

concrete cladding will be installed, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for

installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of precast concrete cladding.

B. Prepare written report, endorsed by Installer, listing conditions detrimental to performance of

precast concrete cladding.

C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 INSTALLING BACKUP STRUCTURE

A. Installing Rainscreen Support Framing System: Comply with AISC 303 and install to

accommodate construction tolerances specified.

1. Maintain erection of backup structure within tolerances in AISC 303.

2. For prefabricated units to which precast concrete has been installed before erection,

maintain tolerances of precast concrete faces and edges as specified in "Installation

Tolerances" Article.





3. Install by bolting to inserts cast into concrete or bolting to structural-steel frame.

4. Clean welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas immediately after erection.

3.3 SETTING PRECAST CONCRETE CLADDING, GENERAL

A. Before setting precast concrete, clean surfaces that are dirty or stained by removing soil, stains,

and foreign materials. Clean precast concrete by thoroughly scrubbing with fiber brushes and

then drenching with clear water. Use only mild cleaning compounds that contain no caustic or

harsh materials or abrasives.

B. Execute precast concrete cladding installation by skilled mechanics and employ skilled precast

concrete fitters at Project site to do necessary field cutting as precast concrete is set.

1. Use power saws with diamond blades to cut precast concrete panels. Produce lines cut

straight and true, with edges eased slightly to prevent snipping.

C. Contiguous Work: Provide reveals, reglets, and openings as required to accommodate

contiguous work.

D. Set precast concrete to comply with requirements indicated. Install anchors, supports, fasteners,

and other attachments indicated or necessary to secure precast concrete cladding in place. Shim

and adjust anchors, supports, and accessories to set precast concrete accurately in locations

indicated, with uniform joints of widths indicated, and with edges and faces aligned according

to established relationships and indicated tolerances.

E. Provide expansion, control, and pressure-relieving joints of widths and at locations indicated.

1. Keep expansion joints free of mortar and other rigid materials.

F. Install concealed flashing at continuous shelf angles, lintels, ledges, and similar obstructions to

downward flow of water, to divert water to building exterior. Extend flashing 6 inches at ends

and turn up not less than 2 inches to form end dams.

G. Keep cavities open where unfilled space is indicated between back of precast concrete units and

backup wall; do not fill cavities with mortar or grout.

3.4 SETTING MECHANICALLY ANCHORED PRECAST CONCRETE CLADDING

A. Set precast concrete cladding with mechanical anchors without mortar unless otherwise

indicated.

B. Attach anchors securely to precast concrete and to backup surfaces. Comply with

recommendations in ASTM C 1242.

C. Set precast concrete supported on backup support system. Use material of thickness required to

maintain uniform joint widths and to prevent point loading of precast concrete on anchors.





3.5 INSTALLATION TOLERANCES

A. Variation from Plumb: For vertical lines and surfaces of walls, do not exceed 1/4 inch in 10

feet, 3/8 inch in 20 feet, or 1/2 inch in 40 feet or more. For external corners, corners and jambs

within 20 feet of an entrance, expansion joints, and other conspicuous lines, do not exceed 1/8

inch in 10 feet, 1/4 inch in 20 feet, or 3/8 inch in 40 feet or more.

B. Variation from Level: For lintels, sills, water tables, parapets, horizontal bands, horizontal

grooves, and other conspicuous lines, do not exceed 1/8 inch in 10 feet, 1/4 inch in 20 feet, or

3/8 inch maximum.

C. Variation of Linear Building Line: For positions shown in plan and related portions of walls and

partitions, do not exceed 1/4 inch in 20 feet or 1/2 inch in 40 feet or more.

D. Variation in Cross-Sectional Dimensions: For thickness of walls from dimensions indicated, do

not exceed plus or minus 1/4 inch.

E. Variation in Joint Width: Do not vary from average joint width more than plus or minus 1/8

inch or a quarter of nominal joint width, whichever is less. For joints within 60 inches of each

other, do not vary more than 1/8 inch or a quarter of nominal joint width, whichever is less from

one to the other.

F. Variation in Plane between Adjacent Precast Concrete Units (Lipping): Do not exceed 1/16-inch

difference between planes of adjacent units.

3.6 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

A. Remove and replace broken, chipped, stained, or otherwise damaged precast concrete, defective

joints, and precast concrete cladding that does not match approved samples and mockups.

Damaged precast concrete may be repaired if Architect approves methods and results.

B. Replace damaged or defective work in a manner that results in precast concrete cladding's

matching approved samples and mockups, complying with other requirements, and showing no

evidence of replacement.

C. In-Progress Cleaning: Clean precast concrete cladding as work progresses.

D. Final Cleaning: Clean precast concrete cladding no fewer than six days following

manufacturer’s instructions.

END OF SECTION 034500

The State Historical Society of Missouri Addendum No. 2 – May 5, 2017

Center for Missouri Studies


RESINOUS FLOORING 096723 - 1

SECTION 096723 - RESINOUS FLOORING

PART 1 - GENERAL




1.2 SUMMARY


1. Resinous flooring systems.




A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include manufacturer's technical data,

application instructions, and recommendations for each resinous flooring component required.

B. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of exposed finish required.

C. Samples for Verification: For each resinous flooring system required, 24 by 36 inches, applied

to a rigid backing by Installer for this Project.

1. Samples shall be for the purposes of verifying color and texture, as well as demonstrating

slip resistance and cleanability.

D. Product Schedule: For resinous flooring. Use same designations indicated on Drawings.


A. Installer Certificates: Signed by manufacturer certifying that installers comply with specified

requirements.

B. Material Certificates: For each resinous flooring component, from manufacturer.

C. Material Test Reports: For each resinous flooring system.





1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Maintenance Data: For resinous flooring to include in maintenance manuals.


A. Installer Qualifications: Manufacturer's authorized representative who is trained and approved

for installation of flooring systems required for this Project.

1. Engage an installer who is certified in writing by resinous flooring manufacturer as

qualified to apply resinous flooring systems indicated.

B. Mockups: Apply mockups to verify selections made under sample submittals and to

demonstrate aesthetic effects and set quality standards for materials and execution.

1. Apply full-thickness mockups on 96-inch-square floor area at location selected by

Architect.

a. Include minimum 48-inch length of flooring installed over concrete slab control

joint as detailed on Drawings. Leave 24-inch length of joint prepped, filled with

crack suppression fabric installed, but finish flooring not installed, for review of

preparation methods.

b. Include minimum 48-inch length of flooring edge transition to concrete floor, with

slab removed to accommodate sloping floor transition flush to concrete level, as

detailed on Drawings.

c. Include minimum 48-inch length of 3/4 inchsealant joint.

2. Simulate finished lighting conditions for Architect's review of mockups.

3. Approved mockups may become part of the completed Work if undisturbed at time of

Substantial Completion.


A. Deliver materials in original packages and containers, with seals unbroken, bearing

manufacturer's labels indicating brand name and directions for storage and mixing with other

components.

1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Comply with resinous flooring manufacturer's written instructions

for substrate temperature, ambient temperature, moisture, ventilation, and other conditions

affecting resinous flooring application.

B. Lighting: Provide permanent lighting or, if permanent lighting is not in place, simulate

permanent lighting conditions during resinous flooring application.

C. Close spaces to traffic during resinous flooring application and for not less than 24 hours after

application unless manufacturer recommends a longer period.





PART 2 - PRODUCTS


A. Flammability: Self-extinguishing according to ASTM D 635.

2.2 MANUFACTURERS

A. Source Limitations: Obtain primary resinous flooring materials, including primers, resins,

hardening agents, grouting coats, and topcoats, from single source from single manufacturer.

Obtain secondary materials, including patching and fill material, joint sealant, and repair

materials from resinous flooring manufacturer or from other manufacturer recommended in

writing by manufacturer of primary materials.

2.3 RESINOUS FLOORING

A. General: Provide the following flooring materials at locations designated on the Drawings and

the “FINISH SCHEDULE.”

1. Critical Performance Requirements: Slight deviations are anticipated between system

physical properties of listed products of manufacturers. Note that the following

requirements listed under each resinous flooring type are baseline performance

requirements that each system (and all components of each system) must meet or exceed,

and shall clearly be defined on each “Product Data” submittal. Products, including those

listed under each flooring type, that fail to meet these baseline requirements will be

rejected as non-compliant.

a. Resin type for each coat.

b. Minimum overall system thickness.

c. VOC content.

B. Resinous Flooring System (Type VF01): Abrasion-, stain-, and chemical-resistant, 100 percent

solids clear epoxy resin with color quartz or synthetic factory-colored aggregate monolithic

floor system with abrasion-resistant clear epoxy topcoat, designed to produce a seamless floor

and integral cove base.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide “Desco

Quartz Cremona TG with SR Copolymer Mesh Topcoat (No Broadcast)” as

manufactured by Desco Coatings, Inc. or comparable approved product of one of the

following:

a. Stonhard, Inc.

b. Tennant Company.

c. Tnemec Company, Inc.

2. Color and Pattern: As selected from manufacturer’s full range of colors and textures.

3. Wearing Surface: Manufacturer's standard wearing surface.





4. Overall System Thickness: Not less than 185 DFT, not including moisture mitigation

coating if required.

5. System Characteristics:

a. Color and Pattern: As indicated on the Drawing “FINISH LEGEND” by reference

to manufacturer’s product designation.

b. Wearing Surface: Manufacturer's standard wearing surface.

6. Moisture Mitigation Coating: Resinous flooring manufactdurer’s recommended epoxy

resin primary coating over substrates that evidence measured moisture-vapor-emission

rate greater than permitted by flooring manufacturer.

a. Moisture Vapor Resistance: Withstands not less than 24 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. per

ASTM F 1869 or 99 percent in-situ relative humidity per ASTM F 2170.

7. Primer: Type recommended by resinous flooring manufacturer for substrate and resinous

flooring system indicated.

8. Body Coat(s): Single or multiple coat application as recommended by manufacturer.

a. Application Method: Hand troweled.

1. System Physical Properties: Provide resinous flooring system with the following

minimum physical property requirements when tested according to test methods

indicated:

a. Compressive Strength: Not less than 9,000 psi per ASTM C 579.

b. Tensile Strength: Not less than 1,600 psi per ASTM C 307.

c. Flexural Strength: Not less than 4,000 psi per ASTM C 580.

d. Water Absorption: Not greater than 0.1 percent per ASTM C 413.

e. Abrasion Resistance: 0.08 gram maximum weight loss per ASTM D 4060.

f. Coefficient of Friction (Dry): 0.96.

g. Slip Resistance Index (Wet): 0.93.

h. Flammability: Self-extinguishing per ASTM D 635. Extent of burning not greater

than 0.25 inch.

i. Hardness: 85 to 90, Shore D per ASTM D 2240.

j. Bond Strength: Not less than 400 psi per ASTM D 7234, 100 percent concrete

failure per ACI 503R.

2.4 ACCESSORIES

A. Primer: Type recommended by manufacturer for substrate and body coats indicated. Refer to

resinous flooring type for conductive primer requirements.

B. Multicomponent, Nonsag, Polyurea Joint Filler: Multi-component, semi-rigid joint filler

recommended by manufacturer of primary flooring materials.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Tennant Company; “Eco-PJS.”





a. Formulation Description: 100 percent solids.

b. Physical Properties:

1) VOC Content: 0 g/L; ASTM D 2369.

2) Tensile Strength: Not less 1,150 psi; ASTM D 638.

C. Crack Repair, Patching, and Fill Material: Resinous product of or approved by resinous

flooring manufacturer and recommended by manufacturer for application indicated.

D. Wall Cove Base Edge Trim: L-shaped metal edge strips with top surface of same depth as

finish face of coved resinous base, to provide an edge strip or a transition between resinous base

and adjacent wall finishes, satin anodized aluminum, exposed-edge material.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine concrete substrate, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for

installation and other conditions affecting performance of the Work. Verify all joints have been

properly filled flush and smooth with top surface of concrete.

B. Prepare written report, endorsed by Installer, listing conditions detrimental to performance of

the Work.


3.2 PREPARATION

A. General: Prepare and clean substrates according to resinous flooring manufacturer's written

instructions for substrate indicated. Provide clean, dry substrate for resinous flooring

application.

B. Concrete Substrates: Provide sound concrete surfaces free of laitance, glaze, efflorescence,

curing compounds, form-release agents, dust, dirt, grease, oil, and other contaminants

incompatible with resinous flooring.

1. Abrade concrete substrates according to manufacturer’s recommendations by shot-

blasting the following concrete surface profile (CSP) scale as defined by the International

Concrete Repair Institute (IRCI):

a. Surface Profile: CSP-3 minimum; CSP-5 maximum.

2. Repair damaged and deteriorated concrete according to resinous flooring manufacturer's

written instructions.

3. Verify that concrete substrates are dry and moisture-vapor emissions are within

acceptable levels according to manufacturer's written instructions by performing one or

both of the following tests:





a. Anhydrous Calcium Chloride Test: ASTM F 1869. Proceed with application of

resinous flooring only after substrates have maximum moisture-vapor-emission

rate of 3 lb of water/1000 sq. ft. of slab area in 24 hours.

b. Relative Humidity Test: Use in situ probes, ASTM F 2170. Proceed with

installation only after substrates have a maximum 75 percent relative humidity

level measurement.

c. Quantity: Perform not less than one (1) test per 1000 sq. ft. or portion thereof.

d. Do not proceed with installation until substrates pass testing or a moisture

mitigation product is applied in accordance with resinous flooring manufacturer’s

recommendations.

4. Alkalinity and Adhesion Testing: Verify that concrete substrates have pH within

acceptable range. Perform tests recommended by manufacturer. Proceed with

application only after substrates pass testing.

C. Resinous Materials: Mix components and prepare materials according to resinous flooring

manufacturer's written instructions.

D. Use patching and fill material to fill holes and depressions in substrates according to


E. Treat control joints and other nonmoving substrate cracks to prevent cracks from reflecting

through resinous flooring according to manufacturer's written instructions. Enlarge sawcut

joints to create a V-shaped or other profile as recommended by the manufacturer of the flooring

material. Fill joint with polyurea joint filler, cure, and trim flush with substrate surface.

F. Install wall base edge trim to face of wall substrate at designated height of coved resinous base

prior to installation of base material. Install as recommended by manufacturer in straight level

line, with attachment leg installed down to be covered by resinous base material.

G. At transitions of resinous flooring to exposed concrete floor surfaces, sawcut slab at edge of

flooring and mechanically remove a continuous angled slot of concrete back from the joint in

the direction of the resinous flooring as indicated on the drawings, but not less than the depth of

the flooring material and tapering for approximately 1-1/2 inches up to the original slab surface.

Install resinous flooring into the removed concrete channel, tapering the finished surface down

flush with the finish face of concrete slab.

3.3 APPLICATION

A. General: Apply components of resinous flooring system according to manufacturer's written

instructions to produce a uniform, monolithic wearing surface of thickness indicated.

1. Coordinate application of components to provide optimum adhesion of resinous flooring

system to substrate, and optimum intercoat adhesion.

2. Cure resinous flooring components according to manufacturer's written instructions.

Prevent contamination during application and curing processes.

3. At substrate expansion and isolation joints, comply with resinous flooring manufacturer's






B. Apply primer over prepared substrate at manufacturer's recommended spreading rate.

C. Apply reinforcing membrane to substrate cracks.

D. Moisture Mitigation Coating Application: Apply moisture mitigation coating to substrate as

required where substrate moisture vapor emission rate exceeds maximum permitted levels.

1. Apply nominal 3-mil thick primer coat of moisture mitigation coating to wet substrate,

minimize off-gassing, and initially seal substrate pores.

2. Allow primer coat to cure as required by the manufacturer prior to application of

subsequent coat.

3. Apply moisture mitigation coating to achieve specified film thickness by notched

squeegee and immediately back roll to smooth and uniform surface.

4. Do not permit moisture mitigation coating to fill joints.

E. Integral Cove Base: Apply cove base mix to wall surfaces before applying flooring. Apply

according to manufacturer's written instructions and details including those for taping, mixing,

priming, troweling, sanding, and topcoating of cove base. Round internal and external corners.

1. Integral Cove Base: As indicated on the Drawings, or if not indicated, 4 inches high.

2. Cove Radius: 1 inch.

F. Primer Application: Apply primer over prepared substrate, or moisture mitigation coating as

applicable, at manufacturer's recommended spreading rate.

G. Epoxy Flooring Application: Apply epoxy flooring in single or multiple coats over primer after

primer has cured in accordance with resinous flooring manufacturer’s recommendations.

1. Hand trowel flooring to required thickness.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Core Sampling: At the direction of Owner and at locations designated by Owner, take one core

sample at two locations of resinous flooring to verify thickness. For each sample that fails to

comply with requirements, take two additional samples. Repair damage caused by coring and

correct deficiencies.

B. Material Sampling: Owner may at any time and any number of times during resinous flooring

application require material samples for testing for compliance with requirements.

1. Owner may engage an independent testing agency to take samples of materials being

used. Material samples will be taken, identified, sealed, and certified in presence of

Contractor.

2. Testing agency will test samples for compliance with requirements, using applicable

referenced testing procedures or, if not referenced, using testing procedures listed in

manufacturer's product data.

3. If test results show applied materials do not comply with specified requirements, pay for

testing, remove noncomplying materials, prepare surfaces coated with unacceptable

materials, and reapply flooring materials to comply with requirements.





3.5 PROTECTION

A. Protect resinous flooring from damage and wear during the remainder of construction period.

Use protective methods and materials, including temporary covering, recommended in writing

by resinous flooring manufacturer.





DEMOUNTABLE PARTITIONS 102219 - 1

SECTION 102219 - DEMOUNTABLE PARTITIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL




1.2 SUMMARY


1. Unitized-panel demountable partitions.


1. Document 1.H “Alternates” for Alternate No. 2 related to additional demountable

partitions.


A. Product Data: For each type of product.


1. Product Data: For recycled content, indicating postconsumer and preconsumer recycled

content and cost.

2. Product Data: For adhesives, indicating that product contains no urea formaldehyde.

3. Laboratory Test Reports: For adhesives, indicating compliance with requirements for

low-emitting materials.

4. Product Data: For composite wood products, indicating that product contains no urea

formaldehyde.

5. Laboratory Test Reports: For composite wood products, indicating compliance with

requirements for low-emitting materials.

C. Shop Drawings: For demountable partitions.

1. Include plans, elevations, sections, and attachment details at floors, columns, permanent

partitions, and ceilings; and method of erection and disassembly.

D. Samples: For each exposed product and for each color and texture specified, in manufacturer's

standard sizes.






A. Qualification Data: For Installer.

B. Product Certificates: For each type of demountable partition.


A. Maintenance Data: For demountable partitions to include in maintenance manuals.

1.6 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A. Furnish extra materials, from the same production run, that match products installed and that are

packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

1. Partition Components: Furnish the following:

a. Connectors:

1) Top Panel-to-Panel Connectors: 20 such.

2) Tongue-and-Groove (180-degree) Connectors: 10 such.

3) 90-degree Square Corners (Exposed 2 Faces): 5 such.

4) 90-degree Mid-Panel Connector: 10 such.

5) Adjustable Mid-Panel Connector: 5 such.


A. Installer Qualifications: An entity that employs installers and supervisors who are trained and

approved by manufacturer.


A. Finished Spaces: Do not deliver or install demountable partitions until finishes in spaces to

receive them are complete, including suspended ceilings, floors, carpeting, and painting.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS


A. Surface-Burning Characteristics: Comply with ASTM E 84 or UL 723; testing by a qualified

testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

1. Flame-Spread Index: 25 or less.

2. Smoke-Developed Index: 450 or less.





2.2 UNITIZED-PANEL DEMOUNTABLE PARTITIONS

A. General: Unitized, demountable-partition assembly and components that are the standard

products of manufacturer.

B. Unitized Panels: Self-supporting multiple core panels, with particleboard facing and center

layers laminated to honeycomv cores.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Mila-wall

Series 100” as manufactured by MBA Design & Display Products Corp. or a comparable

product approved as an equal.

2. Thickness: Manufacturer's standard.

3. Panel Widths: Modular, 1000 mm unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings.

4. Panel Height: 3500 mm unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings.

5. Facing: Self-adhesive vinyl wall covering.

a. Color, Texture, and Pattern: White, selected from manufacturer’s range.

6. Adjustment: Manufacturer’s standard adjustable leveling feet mounted into bottom

framing of panels.

7. Provide the quantity of panels required to assemble the BASE BID configuration

indicated on the Drawings.

a. Provide additional panels as indicated on the Drawings to provide for a complete

assembly as part of Alternate No. 2.

C. Framing: Manufacturer's standard concealed extruded aluminum perimeter framing.

1. Provide inverted channel at top with fixed panel connector mounted to one panel for

gravity friction fit into adjacent panel’s predrilled fitting.

2. Provide vertical grooved edges for insertion of removable tongue-and-groove connector

full-height of panel.

D. Connectors: Provide manufacturer’s standard top connectors, concealed tongue-and-groove,

exposed corner, and 90-degree mid-panel full-height connectors as required to assemble the

BASE BID configuration indicated on the Drawings, as well as additional partition connectors

provided under PART 1 ARTICLE “MAINTENANE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS.”

1. Provide additional connectors as indicated on the Drawings to provide for a complete

assembly as part of Alternate No. 2.

E. Accessories:

1. Tools: Provide manufacturer’s tool for adjustment of leveling feet.

a. Quantity: 5.





2.3 WOOD MATERIALS

A. Composite Wood Products: Products shall be made without urea formaldehyde.

B. Particleboard: Panels complying with ANSI A208.1, Grade M-2.

1. Fire-retardant panels made from softwood particles and fire-retardant chemicals mixed

together at time of panel manufacture to achieve flame-spread index of 25 or less and

smoke-developed index of 25 or less when tested according to ASTM E 84 or UL 723.

2.4 OTHER MATERIALS

A. Vinyl Wall Covering: Manufacturer's standard, mildew-resistant, washable, vinyl-coated self-

adhering covering; Class A.

1. Antimicrobial Treatment: Additives capable of inhibiting growth of bacteria, fungi, and

yeasts.

B. Adhesives: Do not use adhesives that contain urea formaldehyde.

2.5 FABRICATION

A. General: Fabricate demountable walls for installation with concealed fastening devices and

pressure-fit members that will not damage ceiling or floor coverings. Fabricate systems for

installation with continuous seals at floor, ceiling, and other locations where partitions abut

fixed construction.

B. Panels for Unitized-Panel Demountable Partitions: Factory-assembled, flush, unitized-panel

construction; with faces smooth and free of buckles, oil-canning, and seams; and insulated with

solidly packed, inorganic, mineral filler.

C. Finish Facings: Factory apply finish-facing materials with appropriate backings, using mildew-

resistant nonstaining adhesive as recommended by finish-material manufacturer's written

instructions.

1. Apply facing to panel in one piece, seamless, and with no gaps or overlaps; free of air

bubbles, wrinkles, blisters, or other defects.

2. Tightly secure and conceal raw and selvage edges of facing for finished appearance.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with

requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.





B. Examine components before installation. Reject components that are wet, moisture damaged,

mold damaged, broken, cracked, chipped, deformed, or unmatched.


3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install demountable partitions after other finishing operations have been completed.

1. Install partitions rigid, level, plumb, and aligned, in configurations indicated in the

Drawings.

3.3 ERECTION TOLERANCES

A. Install each demountable partition so surfaces vary not more than 1/8 inch vertical plane.

3.4 ADJUSTING

A. Inspect installation, correct misalignments, and tighten loose connections.

B. Remove and replace defaced or damaged components that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

3.5 DEMONSTRATION

A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to

adjust, assemble, disassemble, and maintain demountable partitions.





PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD LOCKERS 105123 - 1

SECTION 105123 - PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD LOCKERS

PART 1 - GENERAL




1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes plastic-laminate-clad wood lockers.


A. Product Data: For each type of plastic-laminate-clad wood locker.

1. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components

and profiles, and finishes for each type of locker.


1. Product Data: For recycled content, indicating postconsumer and preconsumer recycled

content and cost.


formaldehyde.

3. Product Data: For composite wood products, indicating compliance with requirements for

low-emitting materials.


5. Product Data: For adhesives, indicating compliance with requirements for low-emitting

materials.

C. Shop Drawings: For plastic-laminate-clad wood lockers.

1. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.

2. Show locations and sizes of furring, blocking, and hanging strips, including concealed

blocking and reinforcement specified in other Sections.

3. Show locations and sizes of cutouts and holes for items installed in lockers.

4. Show locker fillers, trim, base, sloping tops, and accessories.

5. Show locker numbering sequence.

D. Samples for Initial Selection: For the following:

1. High-pressure decorative laminates.

E. Samples for Verification: For the following products:





1. Plastic-laminate-clad panels, not less than 8 by 10 inches, for each type, color, pattern,

and surface finish.

2. Exposed cabinet hardware and accessories, one unit for each type and finish.


A. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer.

B. Sample Warranty: For special warranty.


A. Maintenance Data: For adjusting, repairing, and replacing locker doors and latching

mechanisms to include in maintenance manuals.


A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective

covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

1. Full-size locker doors, complete with specified door hardware. Furnish no fewer than two

doors of each type and color installed.

2. Locker hardware items equal to the following quantity of units:

a. Hinges: 5.

b. Locks: 2.


A. Do not deliver lockers until painting and similar operations that could damage lockers have

been completed in installation areas. If lockers must be stored in other-than-installation areas,

store only in areas where environmental conditions are the same as those in final installation

location, and comply with requirements specified in "Field Conditions" Article.


A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install lockers until building is enclosed, wet work

is complete, and HVAC system is operating and maintaining temperature between 60 and 90

deg F and relative humidity between 25 and 55 percent during the remainder of the construction

period.

B. Field Measurements: Where lockers are indicated to fit to other construction, verify dimensions

of other construction by field measurements before fabrication, and indicate measurements on

Shop Drawings. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying

the Work.





1. Locate concealed framing, blocking, and reinforcements that support lockers by field

measurements before being enclosed, and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings.

1.9 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concealed wood support bases.

1. Requirements are specified in Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry."

B. Coordinate sizes and locations of framing, blocking, furring, reinforcements, and other related

units of work specified in other Sections to ensure that lockers can be supported and installed as

indicated.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. Special Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of lockers that fail in

materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Structural failures.

b. Faulty operation of locks or hardware.

c. Deterioration of wood and other materials beyond normal use.

d. .

2. Warranty Period: Three years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS


A. Accessibility Requirements: For lockers indicated to be accessible, comply with applicable

provisions in the U.S. Architectural & Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's ADA-ABA

Accessibility Guidelines and ICC A117.1.

2.2 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD WOOD LOCKERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the

following:

1. Hollman, Inc.

2. Legacy Lockers.

3. List Industries Inc.

4. Treeforms.





B. Construction Style: Reveal overlay.

1. Reveal Dimension: 1/2 inch.

C. Locker Body: Fabricated from fire-retardant medium density fiberboard-core panels covered on

both sides with thermoset decorative overlay.

1. Side Panels: Manufacturer's standard 3/4 or 5/8 inch thick.

2. Back Panel: Manufacturer's standard 1/2 or 3/8 inch thick.

3. Top Panel: Manufacturer's standard 3/4 or 5/8 inch thick.

4. Bottom Panel: 3/4 inch thick.

5. Exposed Panel Edges: 3-mm-thick PVC.

D. Plastic-Laminate-Clad Wood Doors: High-pressure decorative laminate, Grade VGS, over both

sides of fire-retardant medium-density-fiberboard core.

1. Thickness: 3/4 inch thick.

2. Panel Edges: 3-mm-thick PVC.

E. End Panels: Match style, material, construction, and finish of plastic-laminate-clad wood doors.

F. Shelves: Fabricated from fire-retardant medium-density-fiberboard-core panels covered on both

sides with thermoset decorative overlay; fixed.

1. Thickness: 3/4 inch.

2. Exposed Edges: 3-mm-thick PVC.

G. Corners and Filler Panels: 3/4-inch-thick panels. Match style, material, construction, and finish

of plastic-laminate-clad wood doors.

H. Plastic-Laminate Colors, Patterns, and Finishes:

1. As indicated by manufacturer's designations on the Drawing “FINISH LEGEND.”

I. Locker Configuration: As indicated on the Drawings, provide the units configured as follows:

1. Double-Tier Configuration: 12 inches wide by 12 inches deep by 72 inches high.

2.3 MATERIALS

A. Composite Wood: Provide materials that comply with requirements of referenced quality

standard for each type of woodwork and quality grade specified unless otherwise indicated.

1. Recycled Content of MDF: Postconsumer recycled content plus one-half of preconsumer

recycled content not less than 50 percent.

2. Composite Wood Products: Products shall be made without urea formaldehyde.

3. Medium-Density Fiberboard: ANSI A208.2, Grade 130.





4. Thermoset Decorative Panels: Medium-density fiberboard finished with thermally fused,

melamine-impregnated decorative paper and complying with requirements of

NEMA LD 3, Grade VGL, for Test Methods 3.3, 3.4, 3.6, 3.8, and 3.10.

B. High-Pressure Decorative Laminate: NEMA LD 3, grades as follows:

1. Horizontal Surfaces: Grade HGS.

2. Vertical Surfaces:

a. Doors and Exposed Sides: Grade HGS.

b. Interior Surfaces: Grade VGS.

C. Fire-Retardant-Treated Materials: Where fire-retardant-treated materials are indicated, use

materials impregnated with fire-retardant chemical formulations indicated by a pressure process

or other means acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction to produce products with fire-test-

response characteristics specified.

1. Do not use treated material that does not comply with requirements of referenced

material standards or material that is warped, discolored, or otherwise defective.

2. Use fire-retardant-treatment formulations that do not bleed through or otherwise

adversely affect finishes. Do not use colorants in solution to distinguish treated material

from untreated material.

3. Fire-Retardant Fiberboard: Medium-density panels complying with ANSI A208.2, made

from softwood fibers, synthetic resins, and fire-retardant chemicals mixed together at

time of panel manufacture to achieve flame-spread index of 25 or less and smoke-

developed index of 200 or less per ASTM E 84.

D. Adhesives: Do not use adhesives that contain urea formaldehyde.

E. Furring, Blocking, Shims, and Hanging Strips: Fire-retardant-treated softwood lumber, kiln

dried to less than 15 percent moisture content.

F. Anchors: Select material, type, size, and finish required for each substrate for secure anchorage.

Provide metal expansion sleeves or expansion bolts for post-installed anchors. Use nonferrous-

metal or hot-dip galvanized anchors and inserts at inside face of exterior walls and at floors.

G. Wood Support Base: 2-by-4-inch nominal-size lumber treated with manufacturer's standard

preservative-treatment, pressure process.

2.4 HARDWARE

A. General: Provide manufacturer's standard locker hardware complying with the requirements in

this Section.

B. Mechanical Combination Locks: Built-in, mechanical combination lockset for user-defined 4-

digit combination (keyless entry), capable of 10,000 possible combination settings. Provide

master key for access and reset combinations, master keyed. Furnish and four master keys.





1. Basis-of-Design Product: “Model No. Keyless1” as manufactured by Keyless Co. or

comparable product of another manufacturer matching performance as approved prior to

bid by the Architect.

a. Size: Vertically oriented; nominally 1-1/2 inch wide by 4 inches high.

b. Security: Provide break-away knob.

c. Designed for permanently assigned access via entry of user's four-digit code.

d. Provide lock for each locker door.

e. Accessible Lock and Handle: Provide not less than 5 percent of locks with ADA

lever control. Locations to be determined by the Architect during Shop Drawing

submittal review.

f. Finish: Satin nickel finish.

C. Frameless Hinges (European Type): Fully concealed[, self-closing], nickel-plated steel, with not

less than 125 degrees of opening.

1. Provide two hinges for doors 36 inches high and less.

2. Provide three hinges for doors more than 36 inches high.

D. Hooks: Manufacturer's standard, ball-pointed aluminum or steel; finished to match other locker

hardware. Attach hooks with at least two fasteners.

1. Provide one double-prong ceiling hook and two single-prong wall hooks for each locker

compartment.

E. Exposed Hardware Finishes: Unless otherwise indicated, provide finish that complies with

BHMA A156.18 for BHMA finish number indicated.

1. Satin Chromium Plated: BHMA 626 for brass or bronze base; BHMA 652 for steel base.

2.5 ACCESSORIES

A. Number Plates: 1-1/2-inch-diameter, etched, embossed, or stamped, aluminum plates with black

numbers and letters at least 1/2 inch high. Identify lockers in sequence indicated on

Drawings. Finish plates to match other locker hardware.

2.6 FABRICATION

A. Fabricate each locker with shelves, an individual door and frame, an individual top, a bottom,

and a back, and with common intermediate uprights separating compartments.

1. Fabricate lockers to dimensions, profiles, and details indicated.

B. Fabricate components square, rigid, without warp, and with finished faces flat and free of

scratches and chips. Accurately factory machine components for attachments. Make joints tight

and true.





1. Fabricate lockers using manufacturer's standard construction, with joints made with

dowels, dados, or rabbets. Dado side panels to receive shelving.

C. Accessible Lockers: Fabricate as follows:

1. Locate bottom shelf no lower than 15 inches above the floor.

2. Where hooks, coat rods, or additional shelves are provided, locate no higher than 48

inches above the floor.

D. Venting: Fabricate lockers with space between doors and locker assembly of not less than 1/4

inch.

E. Number Plates: Inlay number plates flush in each locker door, near top, centered.

F. Complete fabrication, including assembly, finishing, and hardware application, to maximum

extent possible, before shipment to Project site. Disassemble components only as necessary for

shipment and installation. Where necessary for fitting at site, provide ample allowance for

scribing, trimming, and fitting.

G. Shop cut openings, to maximum extent possible, to receive hardware, electrical work, and

similar items. Locate openings accurately and use templates or roughing-in diagrams to produce

accurately sized and shaped openings. Sand edges of cutouts to remove splinters and burrs.

H. Attach PVC edging to panels by thermally fusing edging to panels after panel fabrication.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine walls, floors, and support bases, with Installer present, for compliance with

requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Condition lockers to average prevailing humidity conditions in installation areas before

installation.

B. Before installing lockers, examine factory-fabricated work for completeness and complete work

as required, including removal of packing.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Install wood support base with 1/2-inch-thick plywood top.

B. Install lockers level, plumb, and true; use concealed shims.





C. Connect groups of lockers together with manufacturer's standard fasteners, through predrilled

holes, with no exposed fasteners on face frames. Fit lockers accurately together to form flush,

tight, hairline joints.

D. Install lockers without distortion so doors and drawers fit openings properly and are accurately

aligned. Adjust hardware to center doors and drawers in openings, providing unencumbered

operation. Complete installation of hardware and accessory items as indicated.

1. Installation Tolerance: No more than 1/8 inch in 96-inch sag, bow, or other variation

from a straight line. Shim as required with concealed shims.

E. Locker Anchorage: Fasten wood lockers through back, near top and bottom, at ends with No. 8

flush-head wood screws sized for 1-inch penetration into wood framing, blocking, or furring

and spaced not more than 16 inches o.c.

F. Scribe and cut corner and filler panels to fit adjoining work using fasteners concealed where

practical. Repair damaged finish at cuts.

G. Install number plates after lockers are in place.

1. Attach number plate on each locker door, near top, centered, with at least two screws

with finish matching number plate.

3.4 ADJUSTING, CLEANING, AND PROTECTION

A. Clean, lubricate, and adjust hardware. Adjust doors to operate easily without binding. Verify

that integral locking devices operate properly.

B. Protect lockers from damage, abuse, dust, dirt, stain, or paint. Do not permit use during

construction.

C. Touch up marred finishes, or replace lockers that cannot be restored to factory-finished

appearance. Use only materials and procedures recommended or furnished by locker

manufacturer.





PROJECTION SCREENS 115213 - 1

SECTION 115213 - PROJECTION SCREENS

PART 1 - GENERAL




1.2 SUMMARY


1. Electrically operated, front-projection screens and controls.


1. Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry" for wood backing for screen installation.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Gain: Ratio of light reflected from screen material to that reflected perpendicularly from a

magnesium carbonate surface as determined per SMPTE RP 94.

B. Half-Gain Angle: The angle, measured from the axis of the screen surface to the most central

position on a perpendicular plane through the horizontal centerline of the screen where the gain

is half of the peak gain.



B. Shop Drawings: Show layouts and types of front-projection screens. Include the following:

1. Drop lengths.

2. Location of screen centerline relative to ends of screen case.

3. Anchorage details, including connection to supporting structure for suspended units.

4. Details of juncture of exposed surfaces with adjacent finishes.

5. Location of wiring connections for electrically operated units.

6. Wiring diagrams for electrically operated units.

7. Accessories.


A. Maintenance Data: For front-projection screens to include in maintenance manuals.






A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install front-projection screens until spaces are

enclosed and weathertight, wet work in spaces is complete and dry, and temporary HVAC

system is operating and maintaining ambient temperature and humidity conditions at occupancy

levels during the remainder of the construction period.

1.7 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate layout and installation of front-projection screens with adjacent construction,

including ceiling suspension systems, light fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system,

and partitions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Source Limitations for Projection Screens: Obtain each type of front-projection screen from

single manufacturer. Obtain accessories, including necessary mounting hardware, from screen

manufacturer.

2.2 ELECTRICALLY OPERATED, FRONT-PROJECTION SCREENS

A. General: Manufacturer's standard units consisting of case, screen, motor, controls, mounting

accessories, and other components necessary for a complete installation. Provide units that are

listed and labeled as an assembly by UL or another testing and inspecting agency acceptable to

authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in

NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and

application.

2. Controls: Remote, three-position control switch installed in recessed device box with

flush cover plate matching other electrical device cover plates in room where switch is

installed.

a. Provide number of control switches indicated for each screen.

b. Provide power supply for low-voltage systems if required.

c. Provide key-operated, power-supply switch.

d. Provide video interface control for connecting to projector. Projector provides

signal to raise or lower screen.

3. Motor in Roller: Instant-reversing motor of size and capacity recommended by screen

manufacturer; with permanently lubricated ball bearings, automatic thermal-overload

protection, preset limit switches to automatically stop screen in up and down positions,

and positive-stop action to prevent coasting. Mount motor inside roller with vibration

isolators to reduce noise transmission.





4. Screen Mounting: Top edge securely anchored to rigid metal roller and bottom edge

formed into a pocket holding a 3/8-inch- diameter metal rod with ends of rod protected

by plastic caps.

a. Roller for end-mounted motor is supported by self-aligning bearings in brackets.

b. Roller for motor in roller is supported by vibration- and noise-absorbing supports.

5. Tab Tensioning: Where indicated, provide units that have a durable low-stretch cord,

such as braided polyester, on each side of screen that is connected to edge of screen by

tabs to pull screen flat horizontally.

B. Surface-MountedSuspended Ceiling-Recessed, Metal-Encased, Electrically Operated Screens:

Motor-in-roller units designed and fabricated for suspended mounting flush with ceiling

Projection screen enclosure case fabricated from extruded aluminum with steel end caps and

adjustable steel brackets; with separately motorized drop-down self-trimming concealed hinge

door.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide “Advantage

Deluxe Electrol” projection screens as manufactured by Da-Lite Screen Company or a

comparable product by one of the following:

a. Bretford, Inc.

b. Draper Inc.

2. Tab-Tensioned Units: Provide projection screens with tab tensioning at the following

locations:

a. Auditorium/150 (3 such).

2.3 FRONT-PROJECTION SCREEN MATERIAL

A. Matte Reflective Viewing Surface: Peak gain of not less than 1.3, and half-gain angle of at least

40 degrees from the axis of the screen surface.

B. Material: Vinyl-coated, glass-fiber fabric.

C. Mildew-Resistance Rating: Zero or 1 when tested according to ASTM G 21.

D. Flame Resistance: Passes NFPA 701.

E. Flame-Spread Index: Not greater than 75 when tested according to ASTM E 84.

F. Seamless Construction: Provide screens, in sizes indicated, without seams.

G. Edge Treatment: Black masking borders.

H. Size of Viewing Surface: As indicated on the Drawings.





I. Provide extra drop length of dimensions and at locations indicated.

1. Color: Same as viewing surface.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install front-projection screens at locations indicated to comply with screen manufacturer's


B. Install front-projection screens with screen cases recessed in ceiling in position and in relation

to adjoining construction indicated. Securely anchor to overhead structure in a manner that

produces a smoothly operating screen with vertical edges plumb and viewing surface flat when

screen is lowered.

1. Install low-voltage controls according to NFPA 70 and complying with manufacturer's


a. Wiring Method: Install wiring in raceway except in accessible ceiling spaces and

in gypsum board partitions where unenclosed wiring method may be used. Use

UL-listed plenum cable in environmental air spaces, including plenum ceilings.

Conceal raceway and cables except in unfinished spaces.

2. Test electrically operated units to verify that screen controls, limit switches, closures, and

other operating components are in optimum functioning condition.

3. Test manually operated units to verify that screen-operating components are in optimum

functioning condition.



Center for Missouri Studies Gould Evans Project No. 0215-2850


LABORATORY FUME HOODS 115313 - 1

SECTION 11 5313 - LABORATORY FUME HOODS

PART 1 - GENERAL




1.2 SUMMARY


1. Floor-mounted laboratory fume hoods

2. Work tops within fume hoods.

3. Piping and wiring within fume hoods for service fittings, light fixtures, fan switches, and

other electrical devices included with fume hoods.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry" for wood blocking for anchoring fume hoods.

2. Section 096513 "Resilient Base and Accessories" for resilient base applied to fume hood

base cabinets.

3. Section 123553 "Laboratory Casework."

4. Divisions 22, 23 and 26 Sections for connections of building services, supplies, and

exhaust to fume hoods.

5. Section 230593 "Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC" for field quality-control

testing of fume hoods.

C. Reference Standards: Equipment furnished under this section shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of the following standards:

1. ANSI/ASHRAE 110 "Method of Testing Performance of Laboratory Fume Hoods.”

2. National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)/ANSI Standard #49 "Photometric Method of

Testing."

3. SEFA 1 “Laboratory Fume Hoods – Recommended Practices.”

4. ANSI Standard Z9.5 “Laboratory Ventilation.”

5. CAN/CSA Standard C22.2 No. 1010.1.

6. UL 61010A-1 “Electrical Wiring.”

7. UL 1805 “Hood Construction.”

8. ASTM E84 “Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.”

9. NFPA 45 “Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals.”






A. Containment: Provide fume hoods that comply with the following when tested according to

ASHRAE 110 as modified below at a tracer gas release rate of 6.0 L/min:

1. Minimum Face Velocity: 40 fpm with sashes fully open at any point on the face opening.

2. Face-Velocity Variation: Not more than 20 percent plus or minus average face velocity.

3. As-Manufactured (AM) Rating: AM 0.05 (0.05 ppm).

4. As-Installed (AI) Rating: AI 0.05 (0.05 ppm).

5. Containment: Comply with ASHRAE 110-95. AM leakage not greater than 0.05 ppm

(rating of 6AM [0.05]) at a tracer gas release rate of 6.0 L/min when tested AM with a

face velocity of 40 fpm at full sash open. Test shall set standard for design capability.

6. Response Time for VAV Hoods: Less than 3 seconds.

B. Static-Pressure Loss: Not more than 1/2-inch wg at 100-fpm face velocity when measured at

four locations 90 degrees apart around the exhaust duct and at least three duct diameters

downstream from duct collar.

C. Sound Level: Less than 58 dB(A) at all test conditions.

D. Percentage of Auxiliary Air Supply: 0 percent. Auxiliary air hoods not permitted.

E. Structural Performance: Provide fume hood components capable of withstanding the following

loads without permanent deformation, excessive deflection, or binding of cabinet drawers and

doors:

1. Fume Hood Base Cabinets: 50-lb/ft. work top, 200 lb/ft. on work top, plus weight of

hood.

F. Average Illumination of Work Area: Minimum 80 foot-candles. Work area shall be defined as

the area inside the superstructure from side to side and from face of baffle to the inside face of

the sash, and from the working surface to a height of 28 inches.


A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, specifically including component

dimensions, configurations, construction details, joint details and attachments, and utility and

service requirements and locations.

B. Shop Drawings: For laboratory fume hoods. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and

attachments to other work.

1. Indicate details for anchoring fume hoods to permanent building construction including

locations of blocking and other supports. Include calculations demonstrating that

anchorages comply with seismic performance requirements.

2. Indicate locations and types of service fittings together with associated service supply

connection required.

3. Indicate duct connections, electrical, plumbing, and other utility connections, and

locations of access panels.

4. Include roughing-in information for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical connections.





5. Show adjacent walls, doors, windows, other building components, laboratory casework,

and other laboratory equipment. Indicate clearances from above items.

6. Include layout of fume hoods in relation to lighting fixtures and air-conditioning registers

and grilles.

7. Include coordinated dimensions for laboratory equipment specified in other Sections.

C. Samples for Initial Selection: Finishes for fume hood exterior surfaces, epoxy sinks, and epoxy

work tops shall match those specified in Section 123223 “Laboratory Casework.”

D. Samples for Verification: For fume hood exterior finishes, interior lining, and work top

material, in manufacturer's standard sizes.

1. Samples: Samples if called for will be reviewed for color, texture, and pattern only.

Submit the following:

a. Hood interior lining, 6 by 6 inches.

b. Hood enclosure, 6 by 6 inches.

c. Operation signs.


A. Qualification Data: For qualified manufacturer.

B. Product Test Reports: Showing compliance with specified performance requirements for as-

manufactured containment and static pressure loss based on evaluation of comprehensive tests

performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified independent testing agency.

1. Provide fume hood face areas and volume of exhaust air at indicated face velocity, at

hood sash stop position, and maximum sash opening. Also, provide fume hood face area

and volume at sash minimum (closed) position.

C. Source quality-control reports.

D. Field quality-control reports.

E. Product Test Reports for Countertop Surface Material: Based on evaluation of comprehensive

tests performed by a qualified testing agency, indicating compliance of laboratory countertop

surface materials with requirements specified for chemical and physical resistance.

F. Noise Criteria: Test data of octave band analysis verifying hood is capable of a 50 NC value

when connected to a 50 NC HVAC source. Reading taken 36 inches (900 mm) in front of open

sash at 110 fpm face velocity.

G. Instructions to be inscribed on instruction plate to be attached to hood, as specified in Part 2 of

this Section.






A. Furnish complete touchup kit for each type and color of fume hood finish provided. Include

fillers, primers, paints, and other materials necessary to perform permanent repairs to damaged

fume hood finish.

B. Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Submit bound manual with operating and maintenance

instructions, parts listing, recommended parts inventory listing, purchase source listing for

major and critical components, emergency instructions, and similar information.


A. Source Limitations for Laboratory Fume Hoods: Obtain fume hoods from single manufacturer.

1. Provide and install service fixtures in laboratory fume hoods, manufactured or furnished

by laboratory fume hood manufacturer.

B. Product Designations: Schedule indicates sizes, types, and configurations of fume hoods.

C. Product Standards: Comply with SEFA 1, "Laboratory Fume Hoods - Recommended

Practices." Provide fume hoods UL listed and labeled for compliance with UL 1805.

D. Safety Glass: Products complying with testing requirements in 16 CFR 1201 for Category II

materials.

1. Permanently mark safety glass with certification label of Safety Glazing Certification

Council or another certification agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

E. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,

by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application. Comply with

UL Standard 3101 and the National Electrical Code for electrical wiring.

F. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

G. Installer Qualifications: A qualified firm that is certified and authorized by laboratory fume

hood manufacturer to install manufacturer's product.

H. Manufacturer’s Field Representative Qualifications: Manufacturer shall identify a full-time

factory representative for on-site supervision and coordination during installation of laboratory

fume hoods and all components, providing verification that the individual has provided

comparable services on at least 5 projects of comparable scope in the last 3 years.

I. Fume Hood Performance: Test laboratory fume hood performance prior to shipment in

accordance with ASHRAE 110 and submit reports.


A. Protect finished surfaces during handling and installation with protective covering of

polyethylene film or another suitable material.





B. Coordinate delivery of fume hoods with delivery of other laboratory casework components

1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install fume hoods until building is enclosed, wet

work and utility roughing-in are complete, and HVAC system is operating and maintaining

temperature and relative humidity at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction

period.

B. All overhead ductwork and utility piping, acoustical panel ceiling assemblies, lighting, and wall

and floor finishes shall be completely installed and adequately dried or cured prior to

installation of laboratory fume hoods

1.10 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate layout and installation of framing and reinforcements for lateral support of fume

hoods.

B. Coordinate installation of fume hoods with laboratory casework, fume hood exhaust ducts, and

plumbing and electrical work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide “Protector X

Stream Laboratory Hood Catalog No. 110510000” as manufactured by Labconco Corporation.

Comparable product by one of the following are acceptable:

1. Air Master Systems Corporation.

2. Bedcolab Ltd.

3. BMC Manufacturing.

4. Kewaunee Scientific Corporation; Laboratory Products Group.

5. Lab Crafters, Inc.

6. Lab Fabricators.

7. Mott Manufacturing Ltd.

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Steel Sheet: Cold-rolled, commercial steel (CS) sheet, complying with

ASTM A 1008/A 1008M; matte finish; stretcher-leveled or roller-leveled to stretcher-leveled

flatness; suitable for exposed applications.

B. Stainless-Steel Sheet: ASTM A 240/A 240M or ASTM A 666, Type 304, stretcher-leveled

standard of flatness; powder-coated.





C. Interior Plastic Liners: Provide laboratory fume hood interior liner panels as specified here-in:.

1. Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Polyester (Poly-Resin): Polyester, having a flame-spread index

of 25 or less per ASTM E 84.

D. Work Surfaces: Provide fume hood work surfaces as specified herein:

1. Epoxy: Factory molded, modified epoxy-resin formulation with smooth, nonspecular

finish. Refer to Section 12 3553 “Laboratory Casework” for physical properties,

chemical resistance, and other required characteristics for epoxy work surfaces.

E. Glass: Clear, laminated tempered glass complying with ASTM C 1172, Kind LT, Condition A,

Type I, Class I, Quality-Q3; with two lites not less than 3.0 mm thick and with clear, polyvinyl

butyral interlayer.

F. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,

by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

G. Fasteners: Provide stainless-steel fasteners where exposed to fumes. Provide plastic snap-on

caps at all exposed fasteners within hood enclosure.

H. Tracer Gas: Nitrous oxide (NO2). Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is not permitted for use in tracer

gas containment testing.

2.3 FUME HOOD VENTILATION OPERATING TYPES

A. Restricted Bypass Fume Hoods: Provide restricted bypass fume hoods.

B. Variable-Air-Volume: Equip fume hoods to receive and be capable of field flush mounting

Phoenix Controls Model 630M VAV system with zone presence sensor (ZPS), and retractable

sash sensor mount plate and sensor cord pulley, and sash plate for cord attachment to upper

right corner of sash.

1. Provide capability of field flush mounting output transmitter on electronic control unit

into front right corner cover of all hoods such that they meet ADA access requirements.

2.4 FABRICATION

A. General: Assemble fume hoods in factory to greatest extent possible. Disassemble fume hoods

only as necessary for shipping and handling limitations. Fume hoods shall be one-piece

fabrications capable of movement through a 66 inch wide by 83 inch high door opening without

disassembly.

1. Corner Posts: Cold-rolled steel with chemical resistant finish; pre-punched and plugged

to accommodate four service fixtures and two electrical receptacles on each side.

2. Panels: Removable side and front panels to provide access to plumbing fixtures, lighting

fixtures, electrical wiring, and counterbalance sash weights.

3. All services shall be accessible from the front of the hood. Interior access panels on each

side of hood shall provide additional access.





B. Steel Exterior: Fabricate from steel sheet and cold-rolled corner posts, not less than 0.0478 inch

thick, with component parts screwed together to allow removal of end panels, front fascia, top

fascia, and airfoil and to allow access to plumbing lines, service fittings, and light fixtures for

re-lamping. Apply chemical-resistant finish to interior and exterior surfaces of component parts

before assembly.

C. Ends: Fabricate with double-wall end panels without projecting corner posts or other

obstructions to interfere with smooth, even airflow. Close area between double walls at front of

fume hood and as needed to house sash counterbalance weights, utility lines, and remote-control

valves.

D. Splay top and sides of face opening to provide an aerodynamic shape to ensure smooth, even

flow of air into fume hood.

E. Interior Lining: Chemical-resistant glass-fiber-reinforced composite panel liner and baffle.

F. Rear Baffle: Provide adjustable baffle at rear of hood with adjustments permitting settings for

one (1) high thermal loading, (2) heavier than air gases or fumes generated near work surface,

and (3) normal or average operation. Baffle shall provide adjusted flow of air through hood to

compensate for type of gas, apparatus, or heat source used. Unless otherwise specified,

fabricate unit to be easily removable for cleaning behind baffle. Baffles shall be fabricated at

same material as interior liner.

1. Provide acid resistant label indicating proper baffle operation. Locate label on hood near

baffle lever.

G. Exhaust Plenum: Full width of fume hood and with adequate volume to provide uniform

airflow from hood, of same material as hood lining, and with duct stub for exhaust connection.

Coordinate exhaust connections with mechanical trades.

1. Duct-Stub Material: Stainless steel, Type 316L, with powder-coating.

a. Internal Diameter: 12.8 inches diameter.

b. Quantity: Provide one exhaust stub connection at each fume hood.

H. Bypass Grilles: Provide low-resistant-type grilles with upward directional 18 gage steel louvers

at bypass openings of restricted bypass fume hoods.

I. Sashes: Provide operable sashes of type indicated.

1. Fabricate from 0.048-inch- nominal thickness steel sheet, with chemical-resistant finish.

Form into four-sided frame with bottom corners welded and finished smooth. Make top

member removable for glazing replacement. Set glazing in chemical-resistant, U-shaped

gaskets.

2. Glaze with laminated safety glass.

3. Counterbalance vertical-sliding sash with sash weight and stainless-steel cable system to

hold sash in place regardless of position. Provide rubber bumpers at top and bottom of

each sash unit.

a. Sash Cables: Stainless steel, uncoated, 1/8 inch diameter, complying with MIL-

W-83420D-3.





b. Sash Guides: Corrosion-resistant polyvinyl chloride.

c. Pulley Assembly for Sash Cable: 2 inch diameter, zinc dichromate finish, ball

bearing-type, with cable retaining device. (Nylon-tired assembly is not permitted).

d. Sash Pull: Full-width corrosion-resistant plastic, stainless steel, or steel with

chemical-resistant powder coating.

e. Sashes Wider than 72 Inches: Provide split, mullion-less sash.

4. Provide perforated sash handle to bleed air into hood chamber and directing fume

concentrations away from user’s breathing zone.

J. Airfoil: Unless otherwise indicated, provide flush-style airfoil at bottom of fume hood face

opening not less than 4 inches wide. Sash closes on top of airfoil, leaving 1-inch opening for

air intake. Airfoil shall be constructed to maintain airflow even if blocked by presence of

operator.

1. Fabricate airfoil from stainless steel coated with PTFE or PVDF; to meet SEFA 8

standard.

K. Instruction Plate: Corrosion resistant or plastic plate attached to the fume hood exterior with

condensed information covering recommended locations for apparatus and accessories, baffle

settings and use of sash.

L. Light Fixtures: Provide vaporproof, two-tube, rapid-start, T8 fluorescent light fixtures, of

longest practicable length; complete with tubes at each fume hood. Shield tubes from hood

interior with 1/4-inch-thick laminated glass or 1/8-inch- (3.18-mm-) thick tempered glass,

sealed air-tight, sealed into hood with chemical-resistant rubber gaskets. Provide units with

fluorescent tubes easily replaceable from outside of fume hood. All fixtures components shall

be UL labeled. Lamps shall be provided with fixtures.

1. Providing the following quantity of lamps for fume heads of the following widths:

a. 60 inch Width: Two 48 inch; 32-watt.

M. Fume Hood Base Cabinets: Provide metal base cabinets in finish matching fume hood exterior

finish.Fabricated from not less than 2-inch- square, electrically welded steel tubing. Provide leg

stretchers where necessary to comply with structural performance requirements. Weld leg

stretchers, cross stretchers, and work top support rails to legs, and finish entire assembly with

chemical-resistant finish. Provide leveling device at each corner of base stand at floor, capable

of supporting a work top capable of supporting uniform and concentrated loads of fume hood.

1. Cabinets shall be constructed as multiple flammable-storage compartments as indicated

on the Drawings.

2. Flammable-Storage Cabinets: Metal storage cabinets, complying with NFPA 30

“Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code” and constructed in accordance with Chapter

9.5.3 (2) “Metal Storage Cabinets,” from 18-gage sheet steel, double-walled with

minimum 1-1/2 inch air space, with chemical-resistant coating.

a. Doors shall be hinged and manually opened and closed (self-closing devices are

not permitted. Provide doors with 3-point latch arrangement to comply with

NFPA 30.





b. Doors shall be raised minimum 2 inches above bottom of cabinet, creating liquid-

tight drip pan over the entire bottom shelf area of the cabinet in compliance with

NFPA 30.

c. Flammable-storage cabinets shall not be vented.

3. Accessories:

a. Adjustable Shelves.

1) Capacity: 150 lbs without deflection.

2) Adjustable Shelf Supports for Cabinets: Stainless steel, with anti-tip

feature, adjustable in maximum 1 inch increments as standard with

manufacture.

b. Toe Space: Fully enclosed, minimum 4 inches high by 3 inches deep, with no

open gaps or pockets.

N. Work Top and Sinks:

1. Work Tops, General: Provide units with smooth surfaces free of defects. Make exposed

edges and corners straight and uniformly beveled. Where acid storage cabinets are

indicated beneath fume hoods, provide holes in work tops as need to accommodate

cabinet vents. Perforations to fume hood tops for cabinet venting may not be located

within dished work area of fume hood tops. Substrate shall have a pre-drilled holes in

back corner(s), to allow services to pass through and shall mate with interstitial chase on

fume hoods designed for service lines and gases.

2. Resin Work Tops: Provide front overhang of 1 inch, with continuous drip groove on

underside 1/2 inch from edge.

a. Work Top Material: Solid epoxy composition.

b. Work Top Configuration: Raised (marine) edge, 1-1/4 inches thick at raised edge,

minimum 6 inches wide by 3/8 inch deep around entire perimeter, with beveled

edge and corners.

O. Filler Strips: Provide as needed to close spaces between fume hoods or fume hood base

cabinets and adjacent building construction. Fabricate from same material and with same finish

as fume hoods or fume hood base cabinets, as applicable.

P. Comply with requirements in other Sections for installing water and other service fittings,

piping, electrical devices, and wiring. Install according to Shop Drawings. Securely anchor

fittings, piping, and conduit to fume hoods unless otherwise indicated.

2.5 CHEMICAL-RESISTANT FINISH

A. General: Prepare, treat, and finish welded assemblies after welding. Prepare, treat, and finish

components that are to be assembled with mechanical fasteners before assembling. Prepare,

treat, and finish concealed surfaces same as exposed surfaces.





B. Preparation: Clean steel surfaces, other than stainless steel, of mill scale, rust, oil, and other

contaminants. After cleaning, apply a conversion coating suited to the organic coating to be

applied over it.

C. Chemical-Resistant Finish: Immediately after cleaning and pretreating, apply fume hood

manufacturer's standard two-coat, chemical-resistant, baked-on epoxy finish consisting of prime

coat and thermosetting topcoat. Comply with coating manufacturer's written instructions for

applying and baking to achieve a minimum dry film thickness of 2 mils (0.05 mm).

1. Chemical and Physical Resistance of Finish System: Finish complies with acceptance

levels of cabinet surface finish tests in SEFA 8. Acceptance level for chemical spot test

shall be no more than four Level 3 conditions. Refer to Section 12 3553 “Laboratory

Casework” for chemical resistance required characteristics for exterior metal surfaces of

fume hoods.

2. Colors for Fume Hood Finish: As selected by the Architect from manufacturer’s full

range of available colors.

2.6 ACCESSORIES

A. Service Fittings: Provide service fittings as required to accommodate services as indicated on

the Drawings.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the

following:

a. Chicago Faucet.

b. Water Saver Faucet Co.

B. Power Outlets: Provide not less than four power outlets on each side of fume hood, arranged

vertically in side columns as standard with manufacturer.

C. Sashes: Provide fume hoods with sash stops to limit hood opening as follows. Sash stops can

be manually released to open sash fully for cleaning fume hood and for placing large apparatus

within fume hood.

1. Operation: Vertical-sliding, single-hung sash.

a. Fully Open Position: Not less than 28 inches (711 mm).

b. Sash Stop: Minimum 18 inches (457 mm).

c. Total Viewing Height: Not less than 32 inches (813 mm).

D. Vacuum Breakers: All required vacuum breakers shall be visible and be mounted outside of the

working space on the front of fume hood above the level of the sash opening.





2.7 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Demonstrate fume hood performance before shipment by testing four fume hoods, with

Tenant’s designated safety representative present, according to ASHRAE 110 as modified in

"Performance Requirements" Article. Provide testing facility, instruments, equipment, and

materials needed for tests.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine areas, with Installer and manufacturer’s field representative present, for compliance

with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of fume

hoods.


3.2 INSTALLATION

A. General: Install fume hoods according to Shop Drawings and manufacturer's written

instructions. Install level, plumb, and true; shim as required, using concealed shims, and

securely anchor to building and adjacent laboratory casework. Securely attach access panels,

but provide for easy removal and secure reattachment. Where fume hoods abut other finished

work, apply filler strips and scribe for accurate fit, with fasteners concealed where practical.

B. Comply with requirements for installing water and laboratory gas service fittings and electrical

devices.

1. Install fittings according to Shop Drawings, installation requirements in SEFA 2.3, and

manufacturer's written instructions. Set bases and flanges of sink and work top-mounted

fittings in sealant recommended by manufacturer of sink or work top material. Securely

anchor fittings to fume hoods unless otherwise indicated.


A. In accordance with NFPA 45, field test installed fume hoods according to ASHRAE 110 as

modified in "Performance Requirements" Article to verify compliance with performance

requirements. Obtain other readings at the center of the hood, with the vertical sash fully open

(minimum of 28 inch high opening), and then obtain readings with sash fully closed.

1. Adjust fume hoods, hood exhaust fans, and building's HVAC system, or replace hoods

and make other corrections until tested hoods perform as specified.

2. After making corrections, retest fume hoods that failed to perform as specified.

B. Conduct reverse airflow and exhaust capacity per ASHRAE 110 as required after balancing of

the building air handling system is completed.





1. Notify Owner's Representative a minimum of one week prior to start of testing to make

arrangements to have Owner's Representative present during testing.

2. In addition to the basic 10% of units tested, test one hood selected by Architect, for each

type of hood installed, according to ASHRAE 110 to verify performance. If any hood

tested for performance fails to perform as specified, field test additional hoods as directed

by Architect.

3. Field adjust fume hoods, in conjunction with a tuned building exhaust and HVAC

system, or replace hoods and make other corrections until tested hoods perform as

specified.

4. After making corrections, retest fume hoods that failed to perform as specified.

C. Perform sound level test readings using a calibrated Type II sound level meter, positioned 24

inches)above the top of the airfoil and 3 inches in front of the sash with microphone oriented

into the hood. Readings shall be decibels relative to 0.00002 N/m2, A scale weighted, and slow

response. If noise is not steady state, record high and low levels. Noise level is the average of

the high and the low readings, but in no case shall the recorded level by less than 3 dB(A) lower

than the high reading. Obtain readings at the center for the hood with the vertical sash fully

open, and obtain readings with sash fully closed.

D. Submit written report of all test reports for distribution to the Owner, Architect, and tenant.

E. Except as required by NFPA 45, perform testing on not less than 5 percent of installed fume

hoods, as selected by the Architect.

3.4 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

A. Adjust moving parts for smooth, near silent, accurate sash operation with one hand. Adjust

sashes for uniform contact of rubber bumpers. Verify that counterbalances operate without

interference.

B. Clean finished surfaces, including both sides of glass; touch up as required; and remove or

refinish damaged or soiled areas to match original factory finish, as approved by Architect.

3.5 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to provide training to Owner and User

representatives responsible for maintenance and operation at the Project site using the installed

fume hoods. Training shall be comprehensive enough to enable all key personnel to operate the

fume hoods without assistance from manufacturer.

1. Videotape demonstration and training sessions.

2. Provide written documentation of training procedures, fully documenting operation,

usage aspects, and maintenance recommendation.





LABORATORY CASEWORK 123553 - 1

SECTION 123553 - LABORATORY CASEWORK

PART 1 - GENERAL




1.2 SUMMARY


1. Plastic-laminate-clad laboratory casework.

2. Utility-space framing at backs of base cabinets.

3. Filler and closure panels.

4. Laboratory countertops.

5. Shelves.

6. Laboratory accessories.

7. Water and other utility service fittings.


1. Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry" for wood blocking for anchoring laboratory

casework.

2. Section 092216 "Non-Structural Metal Framing" for reinforcements in metal-framed

partitions for anchoring laboratory casework.

3. Section 096513 "Resilient Base and Accessories" for resilient base applied to plastic-

laminate-clad laboratory casework.

4. Section 115313 "Laboratory Fume Hoods" for fume hoods, including base cabinets and

countertops under fume hoods.

5. Division 26 Sections for sinks and plumbing fixtures installed with laboratory

countertops.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Exposed Surfaces of Casework: Surfaces visible when doors and drawers are closed, including

bottoms of cabinets more than 48 inches above floor, and visible surfaces in open cabinets or

behind glass doors.

1. Ends of cabinets indicated to be installed directly against and completely concealed by

walls or other cabinets are defined as "concealed."





B. Semiexposed Surfaces of Casework: Surfaces behind opaque doors, such as cabinet interiors,

shelves, and dividers; interiors and sides of drawers; and interior faces of doors. Tops of cases

78 inches or more above floor and bottoms of cabinets more than 24 inches but less than 48

inches above floor are defined as "semiexposed."

C. Concealed Surfaces of Casework: Include sleepers, web frames, dust panels, and other surfaces

not usually visible after installation.

D. MDF: Medium-density fiberboard.

E. Hardwood Plywood: A panel product composed of layers, or plies, of veneer, or of veneers in

combination with lumber core, hardboard core, MDF core, or particleboard core, joined with

adhesive and faced both front and back with hardwood veneers.



1.5 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate layout and installation of framing and reinforcements for support of laboratory

casework.

B. Coordinate installation of laboratory casework with installation of fume hoods and other

laboratory equipment.






formaldehyde.

C. Shop Drawings: For laboratory casework. Include plans, elevations, and attachment details.

1. Indicate types and sizes of cabinets.

2. Indicate locations of hardware and keying of locks.

3. Indicate locations and types of service fittings.

4. Indicate locations of blocking and reinforcements required for installing laboratory

casework.

5. Include details of utility spaces showing supports for conduits and piping.

6. Include details of exposed conduits, if required, for service fittings.





7. Indicate locations of and clearances from adjacent walls, doors, windows, other building

components, and other laboratory equipment.

8. Include coordinated dimensions for laboratory equipment specified in other Sections.

D. Keying Schedule: Include schematic keying diagram, and index each key set to unique

designations that are coordinated with the Contract Documents.

E. Samples for Initial Selection: For plastic laminate and other materials requiring color selection.

F. Samples for Verification: For each type of cabinet finish and each type of countertop material,

in manufacturer's standard sizes.


A. Product Test Reports: For countertop surface material, based on evaluation of comprehensive

tests performed by a qualified testing agency, indicating compliance of laboratory countertop

surface materials with requirements specified for chemical and physical resistance.


A. Protect finished surfaces during handling and installation with protective covering of

polyethylene film or other suitable material.


A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install laboratory casework until building is

enclosed, utility roughing-in and wet work are complete and dry, and temporary HVAC system

is operating and maintaining temperature and relative humidity at occupancy levels during the

remainder of the construction period.

B. Locate concealed framing, blocking, and reinforcements that support casework by field

measurements before being enclosed, and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CASEWORK MANUFACTURERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the

following:

1. Case Systems Inc.

2. CIF Laboratory Solutions.

3. Stevens Industries, Inc.

4. Terrill Manufacturing Company.

5. TMI Systems Design Corporation.





B. Source Limitations: Obtain laboratory casework from single source from single manufacturer

unless otherwise indicated.

1. Obtain countertops, sinks, accessories, and service fittings from casework manufacturer.


2.3 CASEWORK, GENERAL

A. Casework Product Standard: Comply with SEFA 8 PL, "Laboratory Grade Plastic Laminate

Casework."

B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by

a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

2.4 PLASTIC-LAMINATE CABINETS

A. Design:

1. Flush overlay.

B. Exposed Materials:

1. Plastic-Laminate Grade: VGS.

a. Colors and Patterns: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

2. Unless otherwise indicated, provide specified edgebanding on all exposed edges.

C. Semiexposed Materials:

1. Plastic Laminate: Grade VGS unless otherwise indicated. Provide plastic laminate for

semiexposed surfaces unless otherwise indicated.

a. Colors: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

b. Provide plastic laminate of same grade as exposed surfaces for interior faces of

doors and drawer fronts and other locations where opposite side of component is

exposed.

2. Metal for Steel Drawer Pans: Cold-rolled, carbon-steel sheet complying with

ASTM A 1008/A 1008M; matte finish; suitable for exposed applications.

D. Concealed Materials:

1. Plastic Laminate: Type BKL.

2. MDF.





2.5 PLASTIC-LAMINATE CABINET MATERIALS

A. Composite Wood Products: Products shall be made without urea formaldehyde.

B. Hardwood Plywood: HPVA HP-1, particleboard core except where veneer core is indicated.

C. MDF: ANSI A208.2, Grade 130.

D. Hardboard: ANSI A135.4, Class 1 Tempered.

E. Plastic Laminate: High-pressure decorative laminate complying with NEMA LD 3.


following:

a. Abet Laminati Inc.

b. Formica Corporation.

c. Nevamar; a Panolam Industries International, Inc. brand.

d. Wilsonart.

F. Adhesives: Do not use adhesives that contain urea formaldehyde.

G. Edgebanding for Plastic Laminate: Rigid PVC extrusions, through color with satin finish, 3 mm

thick.

1. Colors: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

2.6 AUXILIARY CABINET MATERIALS

2.7 COUNTERTOP MATERIALS

A. Epoxy: Factory-molded, modified epoxy-resin formulation with smooth, nonspecular finish.


following:

a. Durcon Incorporated.

b. Prime Industries, Inc.

c. Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.

2. Physical Properties:

a. Flexural Strength: Not less than 10,000 psi.

b. Modulus of Elasticity: Not less than 2,000,000 psi.

c. Hardness (Rockwell M): Not less than 100.

d. Water Absorption (24 Hours): Not more than 0.02 percent.

e. Heat Distortion Point: Not less than 260 deg F.





3. Chemical Resistance: Epoxy-resin material has the following ratings when tested with

indicated reagents according to NEMA LD 3, Test Procedure 3.4.5:

a. No Effect: Acetic acid (98 percent), acetone, ammonium hydroxide (28 percent),

benzene, carbon tetrachloride, dimethyl formamide, ethyl acetate, ethyl alcohol,

ethyl ether, methyl alcohol, nitric acid (70 percent), phenol, sulfuric acid (60

percent), and toluene.

b. Slight Effect: Chromic acid (60 percent) and sodium hydroxide (50 percent).

4. Color: As selected by Architect from epoxy manufacturer's full range.

2.8 FABRICATION

A. Construction: Provide plastic-laminate laboratory casework of the following minimum

construction:

1. Bottoms and Ends of Cabinets, and Tops of Wall Cabinets and Tall Cabinets: 3/4-inch-

thick plywood or MDF.

2. Shelves: 3/4-inch-thick plywood.

3. Exposed Backs of Cabinets: 1/2-inch-thick plywood or MDF.

4. Backs of Cabinets: 1/4-inch hardboard or 1/4-inch veneer-core hardwood plywood

dadoed into sides, bottoms, and tops where not exposed, unless otherwise indicated.

5. Drawer Fronts: 3/4-inch-thick plywood or MDF.

6. Drawer Bodies: Steel drawer pans formed from 0.036-inch-thick metal, metallic

phosphate treated, and finished with manufacturer's standard two-coat, baked-enamel

finish consisting of prime coat and thermosetting topcoat with a minimum dry film

thickness of 1 mil for topcoat and 2 mils for system.

7. Doors: 3/4 inch thick, with plywood or MDF cores.

B. Utility-Space Framing: Steel framing units consisting of two steel slotted channels complying

with MFMA-4, not less than 1-5/8 inches square by 0.105-inch nominal thickness, and

connected at top and bottom by U-shaped brackets made from 1-1/4-by-1/4-inch steel flat bars.

Framing units may be made by welding specified channel material into rectangular frames

instead of using U-shaped brackets.

C. Removable Backs: Provide backs that can be removed from within cabinets at utility spaces.

D. Filler and Closure Panels: Provide where indicated and as needed to close spaces between

cabinets and walls, ceilings, and indicated equipment. Fabricate from same material and with

same finish as adjacent exposed cabinet surfaces unless otherwise indicated.

1. Provide closure panels at ends of utility spaces where utility space would otherwise be

exposed.

2.9 HARDWARE

A. General: Provide laboratory casework manufacturer's standard, commercial-quality, heavy-duty

hardware complying with requirements indicated for each type.





B. Butt Hinges: Stainless-steel, five-knuckle hinges complying with BHMA A156.9, Grade 1,

B01521 (semi-concealed for overlay doors) with antifriction bearings and hospital tips. Provide

two for doors 48 inches high.

C. Hinged Door and Drawer Pulls: Stainless-steel or chrome-plated-brass back-mounted pulls.

Provide two pulls for drawers more than 24 inches wide.

1. Design: Wire pulls.

2. Overall Size: 1-1/4 by 4-1/2 inches.

D. Door Catches: Nylon-roller spring catches. Provide two catches on doors more than 48 inches

high.

E. Drawer Slides: Side mounted, epoxy-coated steel, self-closing; designed to prevent rebound

when drawers are closed; complying with BHMA A156.9, Type B05091.

1. Provide Grade 1HD-100; for drawers not more than 6 inches high and 24 inches wide.

2. Provide Grade 1HD-200; for drawers more than 6 inches high or 24 inches wide.

3. Heavy Duty (Grade 1HD-100 and Grade 1HD-200): Full-extension, ball-bearing type.

F. Label Holders: Stainless steel, aluminum, or chrome plated; sized to receive standard label

cards approximately 1 by 2 inches, attached with screws or rivets. Provide on all drawers.

G. Locks: Cam type, brass with chrome-plated finish; complying with BHMA A156.11,

Type E07281.

1. Provide a minimum of 3 keys.

2. Provide on all drawers and doors.

3. Keying: Key locks alike.

H. Adjustable Shelf Supports: Powder-coated steel shelf rests complying with BHMA A156.9,

Type B04013; metal, two-pin type with shelf hold-down clip.

2.10 COUNTERTOPS

A. Countertops, General: Provide units with smooth surfaces in uniform plane, free of defects.

Make exposed edges and corners straight and uniformly beveled. Provide front and end

overhang of 1 inch, with continuous drip groove on underside 1/2 inch from edge.

B. Sinks, General: Refer to Division 26 Specifications for sinks to be installed in laboratory

countertops.

C. Epoxy Countertops:

1. Countertop Fabrication: Fabricate with factory cutouts for sinks, holes for service fittings

and accessories, and butt joints assembled with epoxy adhesive and concealed metal

splines.





a. Countertop Configuration: Raised (marine) edge, 1-inch minimum thickness, with

integral or applied raised edge having beveled or rounded edge and corners, and

with applied backsplash.

b. Countertop Construction: Uniform throughout full thickness.

2. Sink Fabrication: Molded in one piece with smooth surfaces, coved corners, and bottom

sloped to outlet; 1/2-inch minimum thickness.

a. Provide with polypropylene strainers and tailpieces.

2.11 LABORATORY ACCESSORIES

A. Pegboards: Stainless-steel pegboards with removable polypropylene pegs and stainless-steel

drip troughs with drain outlet.

2.12 WATER SERVICE FITTINGS

A. Refer to Division 22 Sections and Drawing “PLUMBING FIXTURE AND EQUIPMENT

CONNECTION SCHEDULE.”

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine areas, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation

tolerances, location of reinforcements, and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.


3.2 INSTALLATION OF CABINETS

A. Comply with installation requirements in SEFA 2.3. Install level, plumb, and true; shim as

required, using concealed shims. Where laboratory casework abuts other finished work, apply

filler strips and scribe for accurate fit, with fasteners concealed where practical. Do not exceed

the following tolerances:

1. Variation of Tops of Base Cabinets from Level: 1/16 inch in 10 feet.

2. Variation of Bottoms of Upper Cabinets from Level: 1/8 inch in 10 feet.

3. Variation of Faces of Cabinets from a True Plane: 1/8 inch in 10 feet.

4. Variation of Adjacent Surfaces from a True Plane (Lippage): 1/32 inch.

5. Variation in Alignment of Adjacent Door and Drawer Edges: 1/16 inch.

B. Utility-Space Framing: Secure to floor with two fasteners at each frame. Fasten to partition

framing, wood blocking, or metal reinforcements in partitions and to base cabinets.





C. Base Cabinets: Fasten cabinets to utility-space framing, partition framing, wood blocking, or

reinforcements in partitions, with fasteners spaced not more than 16 inches o.c. Bolt adjacent

cabinets together with joints flush, tight, and uniform.

1. Where base cabinets are installed away from walls, fasten to floor at toe space at not

more than 24 inches o.c. and at sides of cabinets with not less than two fasteners per side.

D. Wall Cabinets: Fasten to hanging strips, masonry, partition framing, blocking, or reinforcements

in partitions. Fasten each cabinet through back, near top, at not less than 16 inches o.c.

E. Install hardware uniformly and precisely. Set hinges snug and flat in mortises.

F. Adjust laboratory casework and hardware so doors and drawers align and operate smoothly

without warp or bind and contact points meet accurately. Lubricate operating hardware as

recommended by manufacturer.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF COUNTERTOPS

A. Comply with installation requirements in SEFA 2.3. Abut top and edge surfaces in one true

plane with flush hairline joints and with internal supports placed to prevent deflection. Locate

joints only where indicated on Shop Drawings.

B. Field Jointing: Where possible, make in same manner as shop-made joints, using dowels,

splines, fasteners, adhesives, and sealants recommended by manufacturer. Shop prepare edges

for field-made joints.

1. Use concealed clamping devices for field-made joints in plastic-laminate countertops.

Locate clamping devices within 6 inches of front and back edges and at intervals not

exceeding 24 inches. Tighten according to manufacturer's written instructions to exert a

uniform heavy pressure at joints.

C. Fastening:

1. Secure epoxy countertops to cabinets with epoxy cement, applied at each corner and

along perimeter edges at not more than 48 inches o.c.

2. Where necessary to penetrate countertops with fasteners, countersink heads

approximately 1/8 inch and plug hole flush with material equal to countertop in chemical

resistance, hardness, and appearance.

D. Provide required holes and cutouts for service fittings.

E. Provide scribe moldings for closures at junctures of countertop, curb, and splash with walls as

recommended by manufacturer for materials involved. Match materials and finish to adjacent

laboratory casework. Use chemical-resistant, permanently elastic sealing compound where

recommended by manufacturer.

F. Carefully dress joints smooth, remove surface scratches, and clean entire surface.





3.4 INSTALLATION OF LABORATORY ACCESSORIES

A. Install accessories according to Shop Drawings, installation requirements in SEFA 2.3, and


B. Securely fasten pegboards to partition framing, wood blocking, or reinforcements in partitions.

3.5 INSTALLATION OF SERVICE FITTINGS

A. Comply with requirements in other Sections for installing water and laboratory service fittings

and electrical devices.

B. Install fittings according to Shop Drawings, installation requirements in SEFA 2.3, and

manufacturer's written instructions. Set bases and flanges of sink- and countertop-mounted

fittings in sealant recommended by manufacturer of sink or countertop material. Securely

anchor fittings to laboratory casework unless otherwise indicated.

3.6 CLEANING AND PROTECTING

A. Clean finished surfaces, touch up as required, and remove or refinish damaged or soiled areas to

match original factory finish, as approved by Architect.

B. Protect countertop surfaces during construction with 6-mil plastic or other suitable water-

resistant covering. Tape to underside of countertop at a minimum of 48 inches o.c.



Center for Missouri Studies Addendum No. 2 - May 5, 2017


EXCAVATION AND FILL 312300 - 1

SECTION 312300 - EXCAVATION AND FILL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Providing labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to:

1. Strip and prepare topsoil for reuse

2. Remove excess topsoil from site

3. Grade subsoil and reform to grades, contours, and levels

4. Rough grade (excavation and compaction) for roadways, walks, curbs, gutters, parking

areas, and landscaped areas

5. Cut Compact

6. Finish grade subsoil

7. Place, level, and compact topsoil

B. Drawings and General Provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions, apply

to this section.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. Standards of construction shall conform to MoDOT 203.3 through 203.7 as modified herein.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Subgrade: The uppermost surface of an excavation or the top surface of a fill or backfill

immediately below subbase, drainage fill, or topsoil materials.

B. Unstable Subgrade is subgrade softened, eroded by flooding or placement during unfavorable

weather, or other Contractor controlled actions.

C. Unsuitable Subgrade is natural material that cannot be compacted to the requirements of this

section.

D. Maximum Density: Maximum dry weight in pounds per cubic foot of a specific material, as

determined by ASTM D698, Standard Proctor Density

E. Optimum Moisture: Percentage of water at maximum density

F. Rubble: Buried concrete foundations, beams, walls, and other material, which requires blasting

or jack hammering for its practical and effective removal

G. Rock Excavation: Material that requires blasting or jack hammering for its practical and

effective removal

H. Materials include sandstone, limestone, flint, granite, quartzite, or similar material, in masses

measuring more than one (1) cubic yard in volume or in ledges 4" or more in thickness.

I. Rock encountered in two or more ledges, being 3" or thicker, with interlaying earth strata ≤ 12"

thick, the entire volume from the top of the top ledge to the bottom of the bottom ledge is

classified as rock.

J. Subbase Course: The layer placed between the subgrade and base course in a paving system or

the layer placed between the subgrade and surface of a pavement or walk.





K. Base Course: The layer placed between the subbase and surface pavement in a paving system.

L. Drainage Fill: Course of washed granular material supporting slab-on grade placed to cut off

upward capillary flow of pore water.

M. Unauthorized excavation consists of material removal beyond indicated subgrade elevations or

dimensions without direction by the Owner’s Representative. Unauthorized excavation, as well

as remedial work shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

N. Structures: Buildings, footings, foundations, retaining walls, slabs, tanks, curbs, mechanical

and electrical appurtenances, or other man-made stationary features constructed above or below

ground surface.

O. Utilities include on-site underground pipe, conduits, ducts, and cables, as well as underground

services within building lines.

1.4 SAMPLES

A. Submit samples as required by the Owner’s Testing Laboratory.

B. Submit 1.0-lb. sample of imported fill to testing laboratory in airtight containers.

C. Disregard sample submission if recent test results are available for type of fill.

1.5 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Control dust caused by the Contractors operations during performance of the work or if

resulting from the conditions in which the Contractor leaves the site, on and near the work

including off-site areas.

B. Protection:

1. Protect trees, shrubs and lawn, rock outcroppings, and other features remaining as part of

final landscaping.

2. Protect benchmarks, existing structures, fences, roads, sidewalks, paving, and curbs not

scheduled for removal from damage.

3. Protect aerial, surface, or underground utility lines or appurtenances, which are to remain.

4. In the event of damage, immediately make repairs and replacements necessary to the approval

of the Owner’s Representative and at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.6 SITE COMPACTION TESTING

A. The Owner’s Representative will perform testing of compacted fill materials.

B. When work under this Section or portions of work are completed, notify the Owner’s

Representative to perform density tests. Do not proceed with additional portions of work until

verifying results.

C. If, during progress of work, tests indicated that compacted materials do not meet specified

requirements, remove defective work and replace at no cost to Owner.

D. Ensure testing of compacted fills before proceeding with placement of surface materials.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FILL MATERIAL

A. Fill material shall be subject to approval of the Owner’s Representative.





B. Fill material shall be soil or soil rock mixture, which is free from organic matter, broken

concrete, broken asphalt, building debris, and other deleterious substance. Material shall contain

no rocks or lumps over six inches in greatest dimension. Not more than 15% of the rocks or

lumps shall be larger than 2-1/2 inches in greatest dimension.

C. Additional Fill Material: Material shall meet ASTM D2487, soil classification groups GW, GP,

GM, and CL. The Contractor may use soil classification CH in areas greater than 2 feet from

pavements.

D. Fill material in all landscape areas to be ‘suitable soil’ to a depth of 36” below finished grade.

Suitable soils are Soil Classification Groups ML, CL, CH, or a combination thereof, free from

rock or gravel larger than 1” in any dimension, debris, waste, frozen material, or other deleterious

matter.

2.2 TOPSOIL

A. Will be existing site material, friable, free from clay lumps, grass, brush, roots, stumps, toxic

substances, litter, gravel, stones greater than 1.5” in diameter, or other foreign material.

B. Topsoil shall be free of plant parts of Nutsedge, Johnson Grass, Nimbleweed, Thistle, Bermuda

Grass, Bindweed, or other noxious weeds.

C. Laboratory analysis must indicate the soil is of high quality with nitrogen, phosphorus, and

potassium, as well as other minor nutrients. In sufficient quantity to support high quality turf.

D. Verification of soil quality shall be made by visual inspections and / or laboratory analysis by

University personnel.

E. Topsoil shall not be spread in a muddy or frozen condition and shall meet the following analysis

or be approved by the University.

1. Percent by Volume: Silt – 30-70%; Clay – 10-27%;

2. Organic Matter 1.5%

3. Soil pH – 6.0 min, 7.0 max

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Prior to work under this section, become thoroughly familiar with the site, the site conditions,

and all portions of the work falling within this section.

B. Backfilling Prior to Approvals

1. Do not allow or cause covering or enclosing any of the performed or installed work of this

section prior to all required inspections, tests, and approvals.

2. Should any of the work be so enclosed or covered up before it has been approved, uncover

all such work at no additional cost to the Owner

C. Excavation includes the removal of materials indicated on the Drawings. It also includes shaping

and slope construction necessary for the facility’s construction in conformance with the grades

shown on the Drawings.

D. Beginning work under this Section means acceptance of existing conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION





A. Establish and identify required lines, levels, contours, and datum.

B. Maintain benchmarks, monuments, and other reference points. Re-establish disturbed or

destroyed monuments at no cost to Owner. If Owner replaces control points the Contractor will

pay all costs in accordance with Section 01 17 23.

C. Before start of grading, establish the location and extent of utilities in the work areas. Notify

utilities to remove and relocate lines, which are in the way of construction.

3.3 TOPSOIL EXCAVATION

A. Remove topsoil from areas to be excavated, graded, or paved.

1. Stockpile adequate select material for surface restoration.

2. Remove excess from site.

3. Remove a minimum depth of six inches.

B. Do not permit mixing of topsoil with subsoil.

C. Do not strip topsoil when wet.

3.4 EXCAVATING

A. Depressions Resulting from Removal of Obstruction

1. Where depressions result from, or have resulted from the removal of surface or subsurface

obstructions, open the depression to equipment working width and remove all debris and soft

material as directed by the Owner's Representative.

B. Other Areas

1. Excavate to grades shown on the Drawings.

2. Where the drawings do not include excavation grades, excavate as required to accommodate

the installation.

C. Overexcavation: Backfill and compact all overexcavated areas and unauthorized excavation

areas, at no additional cost to the Owner.

D. SHEETING, SHORING, AND BRACING

1. Construct sheeting, shoring, and bracing required to hold walls of excavation, provide a safe

area for workmen, protect existing utilities and structures, and to permit construction in the

dry.

2. Sheeting may be wood or steel.

3. Wood Sheeting Driven below Level of Excavation: Leave in place to a level of 5' below

finished grade.

4. Pull steel sheeting.

5. Sheeting, shoring, and bracing shall not be paid for separately, but is considered incidental to

the project.

6. Sheeting and shoring shall be in accordance with OSHA and other applicable governmental

regulations. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for complying with the regulations.

7. Provide the Owner’s Representative with shop drawings of proposed sheeting or shoring,

signed and sealed by a registered Professional Engineer, licensed to practice in the state that

the project is in.





3.5 ROCK EXCAVATION

A. The Owner does not anticipate rock excavation on this project. Notify the Owner’s

Representative if you encounter rock during excavation.

3.6 EXCESS WATER CONTROL

A. Unfavorable Weather

1. Do not place, spread, or roll any fill material during unfavorable weather conditions.

2. Do not resume operations until moisture content and fill density are satisfactory.

B. Flooding: Provide dikes or channels to prevent flooding of subgrade; promptly remove all water

collecting in depressions.

C. Remove Unstable Subgrade and compact as specified for fill and compaction at the Contractor’s

expense.

D. Dewatering

1. Provide and maintain at all times during construction ample means and devices with which to

promptly remove and dispose of all water from every source entering the excavations or

other parts of the work.

2. Dewater by means that will ensure dry excavations and the preservation of the final lines and

grades of bottoms of excavations.

E. No additional Contract time or cost will be entertained due to Contractor’s failure to control

excess water.

3.7 WASTE EXCAVATION

A. Disposal of excess material will be the responsibility of the Contractor at no additional cost to

the Owner.

3.8 FILLING

A. Fill areas to drawing contours and elevations with unfrozen materials.

B. Granular Fill: Place and compact materials in continuous layers not exceeding 8" compacted

depth, compacted to 95%.

C. Subsoil Fill: Place and compact material in continuous layers not exceeding 8" compacted depth,

compacted to 95% areas to be paved and 85% in lawn areas.

D. For cohesive soils, maintain –2% to +4% of optimum moisture content. For cohesionless soils,

maintain moisture at less than +4% of optimum moisture content.

E. Slope grade away from building minimum 2 in. in 10 ft. unless otherwise noted.

F. Make grade changes gradual. Blend slope into level areas.

3.9 SUBSOIL PREPARATION

A. Eliminate uneven areas and low spots. Remove debris, roots, branches, and stones, in excess of

1/2" in size. Remove subsoil contaminated with petroleum products.

B. Scarify subgrade to depth of 6 in. where topsoil is scheduled. Scarify in areas where equipment

used for hauling and spreading topsoil has compacted subsoil.





3.10 PLACING TOPSOIL

A. Place 6” of approved topsoil in all areas to receive seeding

B. Fertilizing, seeding, and mulching by Owner.

C. The Owner’s Representative shall approve the subgrade prior to placement of topsoil.

D. The Contractor shall place screened topsoil harvested from the site and grade to the finished

elevation as defined in the contract. The contractor is required to notify the Owner’s

Representative a minimum of five working days in advance of placing the topsoil. The Owner’s

Representative will approve the material prior to placement.

E. Topsoil shall be placed with rubber tracked equipment to minimize compaction. Placement shall

be sequenced to minimize compaction and damage to the topsoil.

F. Topsoil, or subsoil damaged, contaminated, or compacted during topsoil placement shall be

repaired or replaced as directed by the Owner's Representative. Hand work shall be required next

to structures and around utilities.

G. Maintain erosion control measures shall throughout and after topsoil placement.

H. The sub-grade is to be left at minus six inches (6") in all areas unless indicated otherwise.

I. All planting bed sub-grades are to be left minus thirty six inches (36"). The contractor is to

remove all deleterious material from the sub-grade prior to placing topsoil. All subgrade areas

shall contain at least 6" of subsoil, (i.e. cover clean rock backfilled areas). All subgrade areas

shall be "ripped" a minimum of 6" deep and a maximum of 12" apart in opposite directions with

minimal tire traffic to follow. All exposed deleterious material and unacceptable rock shall be

removed.

J. The contractor shall adjust all yard boxes valve boxes, pull boxes, cleanouts, and manhole lid

rings etc. (includes irrigation, sewers, water and electric), to the indicated finish grade.

K. Final plantings will be by the Owner. The Owner will water and maintain all seed, sod and

landscaping.

3.11 TOLERANCES

A. Top Surface of Subgrade: Plus or minus 0.1 foot

B. Grade all areas to have positive drainage.


A. The Owner’s testing laboratory will perform tests as follows:

1. Tests and analysis of subgrade fill material in accordance with ASTM D698.

2. Compaction testing of subgrade material in accordance with ASTM D698.

B. If tests indicate work does not meet specified requirements, remove work, replace, and retest at

no cost to Owner.
