2016 CDM Smith All Rights Reserved July 2016 SECTION PROJECT MEETINGS

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1 PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED SECTION PROJECT MEETINGS A. Construction Manager shall schedule and administer pre-construction meeting, periodic progress meetings, and specially called meetings throughout progress of the Work. 1. Prepare agenda for meetings. 2. Make physical arrangements for meetings. 3. Preside at meetings. 4. Record the minutes; include significant proceedings and decisions. 5. Reproduce and distribute copies of minutes. a. To participants in the meeting. b. To parties affected by decisions made at the meeting. B. Representatives of Contractors, subcontractors and suppliers attending meetings shall be qualified and authorized to act on behalf of the entity each represents. C. Attend meetings to ascertain that work is expedited consistent with Contract Documents and construction schedules RELATED REQUIREMENTS A. Multiple Contract Summary is included in Section B. Construction Schedules are included in Section C. Shop Drawings, Working Drawings and Samples are included in Section D. Project Record Documents are included in Section PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING A. Schedule a preconstruction meeting no later than 15 days after date of Notice to Proceed. B. Location: A central site, convenient for all parties, designated by Construction Manager. C. Attendance: 1. Construction Manager. 2. Architect/Engineer and their professional consultants. 3. Contractor's Superintendent. Project Meetings Issued for Construction

2 4. Major subcontractors. 5. Major suppliers. 6. Utilities. 7. Others as appropriate. D. Suggested Agenda: 1. Distribution and discussion of: a. List of major subcontractors and suppliers. b. Projected Construction Schedules. 2. Critical work sequencing. 3. Major equipment deliveries and priorities. 4. Project Coordination: Designation of responsible personnel. 5. Procedures and processing of: a. Field decisions. b. Proposal requests. c.. d. Change Orders. e. Applications for Payment. f. Owner s Online System (e Builder platform). 6. Adequacy of distribution of Contract Documents. 7. Procedures for maintaining Record Documents. 8. Use of premises: a. Office, work and storage areas. b. Construction Manager s requirements. 9. Construction facilities, controls and construction aids. 10. Temporary utilities. 11. Housekeeping procedures PROGRESS MEETINGS A. Schedule Regular Periodic Meetings. Progress meetings will be held every two weeks with first meeting 30 days after pre-construction meeting or 30 days after date of Notice to Proceed. B. Hold called meetings as required by progress of the Work. C. Meeting Location: Project field office of Contractor or Construction Manager. Project Meetings Issued for Construction

3 D. Attendance: 1. Construction Manager. 2. Architect/Engineer and their professional consultants as needed. 3. Subcontractors as appropriate to the agenda. 4. Suppliers as appropriate to the agenda. 5. Others as appropriate. E. Suggested Agenda, including reviews of: 1. Review/correction last meeting minutes. 2. Work completed, work anticipated. 3. Old business and outstanding Issues Request for Information (RFI). 6. CCAs, FOs, FRPs, CORs, and COs. 7. Contractor Safety Issues/Concerns/Near Misses. 8. Applications for Payment. 9. Master construction schedule. 10. DBE and EEO reporting. 11. Contractor workmanship and quality. 12. Off-site fabrication and delivery. 13. Critical and long lead items. 14. New business issues. 15. Open discussion. F. Attend progress meetings review previous meeting minutes and current agenda items, in order to be prepared to discuss pertinent topics such as deliveries of materials and equipment, progress of the Work, and other timely related issues. G. Provide a current submittal log at each progress meeting in accordance with Section Project Meetings Issued for Construction

4 1.05 COORDINATION MEETINGS A. Coordination Meetings: General Contractor will conduct and record Project coordination meetings at weekly intervals. Project coordination meetings are in addition to specific meetings held for other purposes, such as progress meetings and pre-installation conferences. B. Attendees: In addition to representatives of Construction Manager, each Contractor, subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings. Participants at meetings shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work. C. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of the previous coordination meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project. 1. Combined Contractor's Master Construction Schedule: Review progress since last coordination meeting. Determine whether each contract is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to master construction schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within Contract Time. 2. Schedule Updating: Revise master construction schedule after each coordination meeting where revisions to the schedule have been made or recognized. Issue revised schedule concurrently with report of each meeting. 3. Review present and future needs of each Contractor, including the following: a. Interface requirements. b. Sequence of operations. c. Resolution of BIM component conflicts. d. Status of submittals. e. Deliveries. f. Off-site fabrication. g. Access. h. Site utilization. i. Temporary facilities and controls. j. Work hours. k. Hazards and risks. l. Progress cleaning. m. Quality and work standards. n. Change Orders. D. Reporting: Record meeting results and distribute copies to everyone in attendance and to others affected by decisions or actions resulting from each meeting PROJECT CLOSEOUT CONFERENCE A. Construction Manager will schedule and conduct a project closeout conference, at a time convenient to Owner and Architect, but no later than 90 days prior to the scheduled date of Substantial Completion. Project Meetings Issued for Construction

5 B. Conduct conference to review requirements and responsibilities related to Project closeout. C. Attendees: Authorized representatives of Owner, Construction Manager, Architect, and their consultants; Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the meeting. Participants at meeting shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work. D. Agenda: Contractors shall be prepared to address the following items: 1. Preparation of record documents. 2. Procedures required prior to inspection for Substantial Completion and for final inspection for acceptance. 3. Submittal of written warranties. 4. Requirements for completing sustainable design documentation. 5. Requirements for preparing operations and maintenance data. 6. Requirements for delivery of material samples, attic stock, and spare parts. 7. Requirements for demonstration and training. 8. Preparation of Contractor's punch list. 9. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment at Substantial Completion and for final payment. 10. Submittal procedures. 11. Coordination of separate contracts. 12. Owner's partial occupancy requirements. 13. Installation of Owner's furniture, fixtures, and equipment. 14. Responsibility for removing temporary facilities and controls. E. Minutes: Entity conducting meeting will record and distribute meeting minutes. PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED) PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED) END OF SECTION Project Meetings Issued for Construction

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7 PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK SECTION SUBMITTALS A. This Section includes the requirements for compiling, processing and transmitting submittals required for execution of the project. B. are categorized into two types: Action and Informational, as follows: 1. Action Submittal: Written and graphic information submitted by Contractor that requires Architect s/engineer s approval. The following are examples of action submittals: a. Shop Drawings (including working drawings and product data). b. Samples. c. Operation & maintenance manuals. d. Site Usage Plan, including Contractor s staging, trailer siting, and material laydown area. e. Schedule of values. f. Payment application format. 2. Informational Submittal: Information submitted by Contractor that does not require Architect s/ Engineer s approval. The following are examples of informational submittals: a. Shop drawing schedule. b. Construction schedule. c. Statements of qualifications. d. Health and Safety Plans. e. Construction photography. f. Work plans. g. Outage requests. h. Proposed testing procedures. i. Test records and reports. j. Vendor training outlines/plans. k. Test and start-up reports. l. Certifications. m. Record Drawings. n. Record Shop Drawings. o. required by laws, regulations and governing agencies. p. required by funding agencies. q. Other requirements found within the technical specifications. r. Warranties and bonds. s. As-built surveys. t. Contract close-out documents RELATED WORK A. Additional submittal requirements may be specified in the respective technical Specification Sections. Issued for Construction

8 B. Multiple Contract Summary is included in Section C. Applications for Payment are included in Section D. Construction Schedules are included in Section E. Contract closeout submittals are included in Section F. Project Record Documents are included in Section G. Warranties and Bonds are included in Section CONTRACTOR S RESPONSIBILITIES A. shall be clearly identified as follows: 1. Date of submission. 2. Project number. 3. Project name. 4. Contractor identification: a. Contractor. b. Supplier. c. Manufacturer. d. Manufacturer or supplier representative. 5. Identification of the product. 6. Reference to Contract Drawings. 7. Reference to specification Section number, page, and paragraph(s). 8. Reference to applicable standards, such as ASTM or Federal Standards numbers. 9. Indication of Contractor s approval. 10. Contractor s Certification statement. 11. Identification of approved deviations from Contract Documents, if any. 12. For resubmittals, refer to previous submittal. B. shall be clear and legible, and of sufficient size for legibility and clarity of presented data. C. Submittal Log: Maintain a log of submittals keeping it accurate and up to date, which includes the following items: 1. Description. Issued for Construction

9 2. Submittal number. 3. Date transmitted to the Construction Manager. 4. Date returned to Contractor from Construction Manager. 5. Status of Submittal (Approved/Not Approved/etc.). 6. Date of Resubmittal to Construction Manager and Return from Construction Manager (if applicable and repeat as necessary). 7. Date material released for fabrication. 8. Projected and actual delivery date. D. Numbering System: Utilize a 10-character submittal identification numbering system in the following manner: 1. First character shall be a D, S, M, or I which represents Shop Drawing (including working drawings and product data), Sample, Manual (Operating & Maintenance), or Informational, respectively. 2. Next six digits shall be applicable Section Number. 3. Next two digits shall be numbers 01 to 99 to sequentially number each separate item or drawing submitted under each specific Specification Section, in the order submitted. 4. Last character shall be a letter, A to Z, indicating the submission (or resubmission) of the same submittal, i.e., "A = 1st submission, B = 2nd submission, C = 3rd submission, etc. A typical submittal number would be as follows: D B: D = Shop Drawing = Section for Concrete. 08 = the eighth different submittal under this Section. B = the second submission (first resubmission) of that particular Shop Drawing. E. Variances: Notify Construction Manager in writing, at the time of submittal, of any deviations in the submittal from the requirements of Contract Documents. F. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities. 1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity. 2. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification Section concurrently, unless partial submittals for portions of the Work are indicated on approved submittal schedule. Issued for Construction

10 3. Submit action submittals and informational submittals required by the same Specification Section as separate packages under separate transmittals. Submit both packages at same time according to previous subparagraph. 4. Coordinate transmittal of submittals for related parts of the Work specified in different Sections so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination. a. Architect/Engineer and Construction Manager reserve the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received ACTION SUBMITTALS A. General: For shop drawings, working drawings, product data, and samples: 1. Review and approval of shop drawings, working drawings, product data, or samples by Architect/Engineer shall not relieve Contractor from responsibility for fulfillment of terms of the Contract. All risks of error and omission are assumed by Contractor without responsibility to Architect/Engineer. 2. Project work, materials, fabrication, and installation shall conform to approved Shop Drawings (including working drawings and product data) and applicable samples. 3. No portion of the Work requiring a Shop Drawing (including working drawings and product data) or sample shall be started, nor shall any materials be fabricated or installed before approval of such item. Procurement, fabrication, delivery or installation or products or materials that do not conform to approved Shop Drawings shall be at Contractor's risk. Furthermore, such products or materials delivered or installed without approved Shop Drawings, or in non-conformance with the approved Shop Drawings will not be eligible for progress payment until such time as the product or material is approved or brought into compliance with approved Shop Drawings. Owner, Construction Manager, Architect/Engineer or their consultants will not be held liable for any expense or delay due to corrections or remedies required to accomplish conformity. B. Shop Drawings: 1. Shop Drawings as defined in the General Conditions, and as specified in individual Sections include, but are not necessarily limited to, custom prepared data such as fabrication and erection/installation (working) drawings, scheduled information, setting diagrams, actual shop work manufacturing instructions, custom templates, wiring diagrams, coordination drawings, equipment inspection and test reports, including performance curves and certifications, as applicable to the work. Shop Drawings shall comply with Contract Documents. 2. Contactor shall verify field measurements, field construction criteria, materials, dimensions, catalog numbers, and similar data, and coordinate each item with other related Shop Drawings and Contract requirements. 3. Details shall show clearly the relation of various parts to main members and lines of the structure and where correct fabrication of the work depends upon field measurements, such measurements shall be made and noted on Drawings before being submitted. Issued for Construction

11 4. Shop Drawings submitted by subcontractors and vendors shall be reviewed by the Contractor for field measurements, field construction criteria, materials, dimensions, catalog numbers and similar data, and that it has been coordinated with other related shop drawings and the Contract requirements. transmitted directly from subcontractors or vendors will not be accepted. 5. Contractor shall be responsible for accuracy of subcontractor s or vendor s submittal; and, for their submission in a timely manner to support the requirements of Contractor s construction schedule. Shop drawings found to be inaccurate or otherwise in error shall be returned to subcontractor or vendor to correct before submission to Architect. All Shop Drawings shall be approved by Contractor prior to mailing to Construction Manager. 6. Delays to construction due to untimely submission of submittals will constitute inexcusable delays, for which Contactor shall not be eligible for additional cost nor additional contract time. Inexcusable delays consist of any delay within the Contactor s control. C. Coordination Drawings: 1. Detailed installation drawings (equipment, piping, electrical conduits and controls, HVAC work, and plumbing, etc.) shall be prepared and submitted for review and approval by Architect/Engineer prior to installing such work. Installation drawings shall be to-scale and shall be fully dimensioned. 2. Piping coordination drawings shall show laying dimensions of pipes, fittings, valves, as well as equipment to which it is being connected. In addition, pipe supports shall be shown. 3. Equipment coordination drawings shall show equipment dimensions, anchor bolts, support pads, piping connections, and electrical connections. In addition, show clearances required around such equipment for maintenance of the equipment. 4. Electrical coordination drawings shall show conduits, junction boxes, disconnects, control devices, lighting fixtures, support details, control panels, lighting and power panels, and Motor Control Centers. Coordinate all locations with Contract Documents and Contractor s other coordination drawings. D. Product Data: Product data, as specified in individual Specification Sections, include, but are not limited to, manufacturer s standard prepared data for manufactured products (catalog data), such as product specifications, installation instructions, availability of colors and patterns, rough-in diagrams and templates, product photographs (or diagrams), wiring diagrams, performance curves, quality control inspection and reports, certifications of compliance (as specified or otherwise required), mill reports, product operating and maintenance instructions, recommended spare parts, and product warranties, as applicable. E. Samples: 1. Furnish, samples required by Contract Documents for Architect s/engineer s approval. Deliver samples Construction Manager and to Architect/Engineer as specified or directed. Unless specified otherwise, provide at least two samples of each required item. Materials or equipment for which samples are required shall not be used in the Work unless and until approved by Architect/Engineer. Issued for Construction

12 2. Samples specified in individual Specification Sections, include, but are not limited to: physical examples of the work (such as sections of manufactured or fabricated work), small cuts or containers of materials, complete units of repetitively-used products, color/texture/pattern swatches and range sets, specimens for coordination of visual effect, graphic symbols, and other specified units of work. 3. Approval of a sample shall be only for the characteristics or use named in such approval and shall not be construed to change or modify and Contract Requirements. 4. Approved samples not destroyed in testing shall be sent to Construction Manager or stored at Work site. Approved samples of hardware in good condition will be marked for identification and may be used in the work. Materials and equipment incorporated in work shall match approved samples. Samples which fail testing or are not approved will be returned to Contractor at its expense, if so requested at time of submission. F. Professional Engineer (P.E.) Certification Form: 1. Where specifically required in some technical Specification Sections as part of Delegated Design, submit a Professional Engineer (P.E.) Certification for each item required, using form appended to this Section, signed and sealed by the P.E. licensed or registered in State wherein the Work is located. G. Contractor s Certification: 1. Each Shop Drawing, working drawings, product data, and sample shall have affixed to it the following Certification Statement: a. "Certification Statement: by this submittal, we hereby represent that I have determined and verified all field measurements, field construction criteria, materials, dimensions, catalog numbers and similar data and we have checked and coordinated each item with other applicable approved shop drawings and all Contract requirements." 2. Shop drawings, working drawings, and product data sheets 11-in x 17-in and smaller shall be bound together in an orderly fashion and bear above Certification Statement on cover sheet. Transmittal cover sheet for each identified Shop Drawing shall fully describe packaged data and include a listing of all items within the package. H. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit in assembled manuals as specified. Such manuals shall include detailed instructions for Owner personnel on safe operation procedures, controls, start-up, shut-down, emergency procedures, storage, protection, lubrication, testing, troubleshooting, adjustments, repair procedures, and other maintenance requirements. I. Schedule of Values: 1. Submit a proposed schedule of values providing a breakdown of lump sum items in to reasonably small components, generally disaggregated by building, area, or discipline. Purpose of schedule of values is for processing partial payment applications. 2. If requested by Construction Manager, provide sufficient substantiation for items as necessary to determine proposed schedule of values is a reasonable representation of true cost breakdown of the Work. Issued for Construction

13 3. Schedule of values shall not be unbalanced to achieve early payment or over-payment in excess of value of work or other mis-distribution of project costs. If Construction Manager believes schedule of values is unbalanced, Contractor shall reallocate components to achieve a balanced schedule acceptable to Construction Manager. J. Site Usage: Submit a proposed site staging plan, including but not limited to the location of office trailers, storage trailers, site access and delivery location, Contractor parking and material laydown. Such plan shall be a graphic presentation (drawing) of proposed locations; and, shall include on-site traffic modifications, and temporary utilities, as may be applicable INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Submittal Schedule: Prepare and submit a schedule indicating when submittals are required to be submitted to support the as-planned construction schedule. Submittal schedule shall allow sufficient time for preparation and submittal, review and approval, and fabrication and delivery to support construction schedule. B. Construction Schedule: Prepare and submit construction schedules and monthly status reports as specified. C. Statements of Qualifications: Provide evidence of qualification, certification, or registration, as required in Contract Documents, to verify qualifications of licensed land surveyor, professional engineer, materials testing laboratory, specialty subcontractor, technical specialist, consultant, specialty installer, and other professionals. D. Health and Safety Plans: Prepare and submit a general company Health and Safety Plan (HSP), modified or supplemented to include job-specific considerations. E. Construction Photography and Videography: Provide construction photographs and videography as specified, including but not limited to, preconstruction photographs or video, weekly progress photos or video and post-construction photographs or video. F. Work Plans: Prepare and submit copies of work plans needed to demonstrate to Owner that Contractor has adequately thought-out means and methods of construction and their interface with existing facilities. G. Outage Requests: Provide sufficient notification of outages required (electrical, flow processes, etc) as may be required to tie-in new work into existing facilities. Unless specified otherwise elsewhere, a minimum of seven calendar days notice shall be provided. H. Proposed Testing Procedures: Prepare and submit testing procedures it proposes to use to perform testing required by various technical Specifications. I. Test Records and Reports: Provide copies of test records and reports as specified in various technical Specifications. J. Test and Start-Up Reports: Manufacturer shall perform pre-start-up installation inspection, calibrations, alignments, and performance testing as specified in respective Specification Section. Provide copies of all such test and start-up reports. Issued for Construction

14 K. Certifications: 1. Provide various certifications as required by technical Specifications. Such certifications shall be signed by a firm officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity. 2. Certifications may include, but are not limited to: a. Welding certifications and welders qualifications b. Certifications of Installation, Testing and Training for all equipment c. Material Testing reports furnished by an independent testing firm d. Certifications from manufacturer(s) for specified factory testing L. Record Drawings: No later than Substantial Completion, submit a record of changes during construction not already incorporated into drawings in accordance with specification on Project Record Documents. M. Required by Laws, Regulations and Governing Agencies: Prepare and submit documentation required by state or local law, regulation or government agency directly to applicable agency. This includes, but is not limited to, notifications, reports, certifications, certified payroll (for projects subject to wage requirements) and other documentation required to satisfy authority requirements. Provide one copy of each submittal made in accordance with this Paragraph to Construction Manager. N. Required by Funding Agencies: Prepare and submit documentation required by funding agencies. This includes, but is not limited to segregated pay applications and change orders when required to properly allocate funds to different funding sources; and certified payrolls for projects subject to wage requirements. Provide one copy of each submittal made in accordance with this Paragraph to Construction Manager. O. Other Requirements of the Technical Specification Sections: Comply with other requirements of the technical Specifications. P. Warranties and Bonds: Assemble a booklet or binder of project warranties and bonds as specified in various technical Specifications and forward to Construction Manager. Q. Contract Close-Out Documents: Submit Contract documentation as indicated in Specification for Contract close-out. PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED) PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE A. Provide an initial submittal schedule at pre-construction meeting for review by Owner and Construction Manager. Incorporate comments from Owner or Construction Manager into a revised submittal schedule. B. Maintain the submittal schedule and provide sufficient copies for review by Owner and Construction Manager. An up-to-date submittal schedule shall be provided at each project progress meeting. Issued for Construction

15 3.02 TRANSMITTALS A. Prepare separate transmittal sheets for each submittal. Each transmittal sheet shall include at least the following: Contractor s name and address, Owner s name, project name, project number, submittal number, description of submittal, and number of copies submitted. B. shall be transmitted or delivered directly to office of Construction Manager, as indicated in Contact Documents or as otherwise directed by Construction Manager PROCEDURES - ACTION SUBMITTALS A. Contractor s Responsibilities: 1. Coordination of Submittal Times: Prepare and transmit each submittal sufficiently in advance of performing the related work or other applicable activities, or within time specified in the individual work of other related Sections, so that the installation will not be delayed by processing times including disapproval and resubmittal (if required). Coordinate with other submittals, testing, purchasing, fabrication, delivery and similar sequenced activities. Extensions to Contract Time will not be approved for Contractor s failure to transmit submittals sufficiently in advance of the Work. 2. shall be sufficiently in advance of construction requirements to allow for possible need of re-submittals, including specified review time for Architect/Engineer. 3. No less than 15 calendar days will be required for Architect s review time for shop drawings and O&M manuals involving only one engineering discipline. No less than 21 calendar days will be required for Engineer s review time for shop drawings and O&M manuals that require review by more than one engineering discipline. Resubmittals will be subject to the same review time. 4. of operation and maintenance data shall be provided within 30 days of approval of the related Shop Drawings. 5. Before submission to Construction Manager, review Shop Drawings as follows: a. Make corrections and add field measurements, as required. b. Use any color for its notations except red (reserved for Architect s/engineer s notations) and black (to be able to distinguish notations on black and white documents). c. Identify and describe each deviation or variation from Contract documents. d. Include required Contractor s Certification statement. e. Provide field measurements (as needed). f. Coordinate with other submittals. g. Indicate relationships to other features of the Work. h. Highlight information applicable to the Work or delete information not applicable to the Work. 6. Submit the following number of copies: a. Shop drawings, working drawings, and product data: Submit no fewer than six, and no more than nine; five of which will be retained by Architect and Construction Manager. b. Samples: Three. c. Site Usage Plan: Three copies. Issued for Construction

16 d. Schedule of Values: Four copies. e. Payment Application Format: Four copies. 7. If Contractor considers any correction indicated on Shop Drawings to constitute a change to Contract Documents, provide immediate written notice to Construction Manager. Do not release for manufacture before receiving such approval by Architect through Construction Manager. 8. When Shop Drawings have been completed to satisfaction of Architect and Construction Manager, carry out construction in accordance therewith; and make no further changes therein except upon written instructions from Architect. B. Architect s/engineer s Responsibilities: 1. Architect will not review shop drawings (including working drawings and product data) that do not include Contractor's approval stamp. Such submittals will be returned to Contractor, without action, for correction. 2. Partial Shop Drawings (including working drawings and product data) will not be reviewed. If in opinion of Architect that a submittal is incomplete, submittal will be returned to Contractor for completion. Such submittals may be returned with comments from Architect indicating deficiencies requiring correction. 3. If Shop Drawings (including working drawings and product data) meet submittal requirements, Architect will forward copies to appropriate reviewer(s). Otherwise, noncompliant submittals will be returned to Contractor without review. 4. which are transmitted in accordance with specified requirements will be reviewed by Architect within specified time specified. Time for review will commence upon receipt of submittal by Architect from Construction Manager. C. Review of Shop Drawings, Working Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: 1. These reviews will be for general conformance with design concept and Contract Documents. They shall not be construed as: a. Permitting any departure from Contract requirements b. Relieving Contractor of responsibility for any errors, including details, dimensions, and materials c. Approving departures from details furnished by Architect/Engineer, except as otherwise indicated. 2. Contractor remains responsible for details and accuracy, for coordinating the work with other associated work and trades, for selecting fabrication processes, for techniques of assembly, and for performing work in a safe manner. 3. If Shop Drawings (including working drawings and product data) or samples as submitted describe variations and indicate a deviation from Contract requirements that, in the opinion of the Architect are in the interest of the Owner and are so minor as not to involve a change in Contract Price or Contract Time, Architect may return reviewed Drawings without noting an exception. 4. Only Architect/Engineer will utilize the color RED in marking submittals. Issued for Construction

17 5. Shop Drawings will be returned to Contractor with one of the following codes: Code 1 APPROVED This code is assigned when there are no notations or comments on the submittal. When returned under this code, Contractor may release the equipment and/or material for manufacture. Code 2 - "APPROVED AS NOTED" - This code is assigned when a confirmation of the notations and comments IS NOT required by Contractor. Contractor may release the equipment or material for manufacture; however, notations and comments shall be incorporated into the final product. Code 3 - "APPROVED AS NOTED/CONFIRM" - This combination of codes is assigned when a confirmation of notations and comments is required by Contractor. Contractor may release the equipment or material for manufacture; however notations and comments shall be incorporated into final product. This confirmation shall specifically address each omission and nonconforming item that was noted. Confirmation is to be received by Architect within 15 calendar days of the date of Architect s transmittal requiring the confirmation. Code 4 - "APPROVED AS NOTED/RESUBMIT" - This combination of codes is assigned when notations and comments are extensive enough to require a resubmittal of the entire package. This resubmittal is to address comments, omissions, and non-conforming items that were noted. Resubmittal is to be received by Architect within 30 calendar days of date of the Architect s transmittal requiring the resubmittal. Code 5 NOT APPROVED This code is assigned when submittal does not meet intent of Contract Documents. Contractor shall resubmit entire package revised to bring submittal into conformance. It may be necessary to resubmit using a different manufacturer/vendor to meet requirements of Contract Documents. Code 6 COMMENTS ATTACHED This code is assigned where there are comments attached to the returned submittal, which provide additional data to aid Contractor. Resubmittal is not required. Code 7 RECEIPT ACKNOWLEDGED (Not subject to Architect s Review or Approval) This code is assigned to acknowledge receipt of a submittal that is not subject to Architect s/engineer s review and approval, and is being filed for informational purposes only. This code is generally used in acknowledging receipt of means and methods of construction work plans, field conformance test reports, and health and safety plans. Codes 1 through 5 designate the status of the reviewed submittal with Code 6 showing there has been an attachment of additional data. 6. Repetitive Reviews: Shop drawings, O&M manuals and other submittals will be reviewed no more than twice at Owner s expense. Subsequent reviews will be performed at Contractor s expense. Reimburse Owner for costs invoiced by Architect for third and subsequent reviews. Issued for Construction

18 D. Each Contractor shall be responsible to providing their own electrical connections to their field office and paying for power and light used PROCEDURES - INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Contractor s Responsibilities: 1. Number of copies: Submit three copies, unless otherwise indicated in individual Specification sections. 2. Refer to individual technical Specification Sections for specific submittal requirements. B. Architect s/engineer s Responsibilities: 1. Architect will review each informational submittal within 15 days. If informational submittal complies with Contract requirements, Architect will file for the project record and transmit a copy to the Owner. Architect may elect not to respond to Contractor regarding informational submittals meeting the Contract requirements. 2. If an informational submittal does not comply with Contract requirements, Architect will respond accordingly to Contractor within 15 days. Thereafter, Contractor shall perform required corrective action, including retesting, if needed, until the submittal is in conformance with Contract Documents ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION A. Electronic Transmission for action and informational submittals may be transmitted by electronic means provided the following conditions are met: 1. Specified transmittal form is included. 2. Other requirements specified in previous Articles of this Section have been met including, but not limited to, Contractor s: coordination, review and approval, and Certification. 3. Submittal contains no pages or sheets large than 11 x 17 inches. 4. With the exception of transmittal sheet, include entire submittal in a single file. 5. Electronic files are PDF format with printing enabled. 6. For that require certification, corporate seal, or professional embossment, transmit at least two hard-copy originals to Architect/Engineer. a. Action : In addition, provide additional photocopied or scanned copies, as specified above, showing required certification, corporate seal, or professional seal. END OF SECTION Issued for Construction

19 P.E. CERTIFICATION FORM The undersigned hereby certifies that he/she is a Professional Engineer registered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and that he/she has been employed by to design (Name of Contractor) (Insert P.E. Responsibilities) In accordance with Specification Section for the. (Name of Project) The undersigned further certifies that he/she has performed the said design in conformance with all applicable local, state and federal codes, rules and regulations; and, that his/her signature and P.E. stamp have been affixed to project calculations and drawings used in, and resulting from, the design. The undersigned hereby agrees to make all original design drawings and calculations available to the (Insert Name of Owner) or Construction Manager within seven days following written request therefor by the Owner. P.E. Name Signature Address Contractor's Name Signature Title Address Issued for Construction

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