PROJECT MANUAL INTERIOR CEILING REPAIRS AT ...

PROJECT MANUAL

INTERIOR CEILING REPAIRS

AT SUPERIOR COURT

95 WASHINGTON STREET HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT

STATE OF CONNECTICUT JUDICIAL BRANCH OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COURT ADMINISTRATOR 90 WASHINGTON STREET HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT 06106

GALE ASSOCIATES, INC. 703 HEBRON AVENUE

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November 30, 2017 100% CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

DIVISION 01 SECTION 00 01 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 of 1

JUDICIAL BRANCH INTERIOR CEILING REPAIRS

95 WASHINGTON STREET, HARTFORD, CT 06106 NOVEMBER 30, 2017

VOLUME One of One

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

Section No. Title Page

Count

00 01 01 Project Title Page 1 00 01 07 Seals Page 1 00 01 10 Table of Contents 2 00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 1 00 30 00 Available Information

Existing Conditions Survey (Gale Evaluation Report) 23

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Section

No. Title Page Count

01 11 00 Summary of Work 12 01 21 00 Allowances 2 01 22 00 Unit Prices 2 01 32 33 Photographic Documentation 3 01 35 91 Special Procedures for Historic Treatment 7 01 42 44 General or Specialty Contractors Qualifications Statement 4 01 60 00 Product Requirements 5 01 63 10 Equals and Substitutions 5

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 06

Section No.

Title Page Count

06 80 00 Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Fabrications 5

DIVISION 09 FINISHES

Section No. Title Page

Count 09 03 20 Historic Treatment of Plaster 14 09 03 95 Historic Treatment of Artistic Painting 11

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LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS PAGE 1 of 1



Section No. Title 00 01 15 Sheet No. List of Drawing Sheets

Cover Sheet G101 Ceiling Key Plan, Notes and Legends A101 Main Lobby Reflected Ceiling Plans and Photos A102 Courtroom 200 Reflected Ceiling Plans and Photos A103 Stair #1 Reflected Ceiling Plans and Photos A104 Stair #7 Reflected Ceiling Plans and Photos

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95 Washington Street Project B - Ceilings Evaluation Hartford Judicial District Courthouse Hartford, CT October 30, 2015 Gale JN 976351

Prepared For: State of CT Judicial Facilities Unit 90 Washington Street Hartford, CT 06106


EXISTING CONDITION SURVEY PAGE 1 OF 23



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95 Washington Street Project B - Ceilings Evaluation Hartford Judicial District Courthouse

Hartford, CT

Introduction .............................................................................. 1

Background .............................................................................. 3

Interior Leak Audit .................................................................. 4

Visual Observations ................................................................. 5

Discussion and Recommendations ........................................ 16

Preliminary Cost Estimate Summary ................................... 20

Reflected Ceiling Plan………..………………………………………….Appendix A

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October 30, 2015 State of CT Judicial Facilities Unit 90 Washington Street Hartford, CT 06106 Attn: Ms. Deborah A. Levesque, Project Manager Re: 95 Washington Street

Hartford Judicial District Courthouse Project B – Ceilings Evaluation Gale JN 976351 Dear Ms. Levesque: In accordance with your request, Gale Associates, Inc. (Gale) has prepared this report to provide the State of Connecticut Judicial Facilities Unit (Judicial) with a better understanding of the condition of the interior ceiling assemblies at 95 Washington Street in the Main Lobby, Courtroom 200 and Southeast Stairway. The intent of Gale’s evaluation is to provide a summary of our visual observations and specific conditions of the ceilings with recommendations for repairs. This report is augmented with photographic documentation and reflected ceiling plans that indicate locations, types and quantities of observed ceiling defects. Please note that Gale’s evaluation did not include a “hands on” inspection and was based on visual review from the floor level and from adjacent balconies. Destructive testing was also not included as part of Gale’s scope of services. Background Information

The Hartford Judicial District Court building, was constructed circa 1926 to 1929 as the Hartford County Courthouse. The building was designed by Paul P. Cret Architects of Philadelphia, PA with local architects Smith and Bassette, in simplified Classical and Art Deco styles. The character is evident in the interior motifs, where the main lobby ceilings are gilded in high Art Deco form. Other details contributing to its historic value include the use of polished marble and unpolished travertine on interior walls, and brass ornamental railings and grilles. A 1956/57 addition to the courthouse included construction that partially infilled the courtyard. 95 Washington Street Courthouse is on the Connecticut State Register of Historic Places. Judicial has reported current active leakage in the Main Lobby, which is likely causing deterioration of the ceilings. The building’s superstructure consists of steel framing with cast‐in‐place composite steel and concrete (steel beams encased in concrete) floor and roof slab systems. The above‐grade exterior walls consist of multi‐wythe brick masonry overlaid with limestone cladding. Interior finishes typically include plaster walls and ceilings, with stone and wood trims. As reported by Judicial, the interior plaster ceilings and walls were restored during a 2001 restoration project. Submittal and construction files were provided to Gale.





Ms. Deborah Levesque Ceilings Evaluation 95 Washington Street October 30, 2015 Page 2 Documents Review

Prior to visiting the site, Gale reviewed positions of the original design drawings, (Sheet 173 and a drawing titled, “Details of East Wall”) dated December 30, 1926, to gain an understanding of the building’s construction, including floor/ceiling assemblies, support structure and detailing at the rooms contained in this report. The following is a summary of our plan review:

• The ceilings in the Main Lobby and Courtroom 200 are plaster on metal lath, suspended from the concrete barrel vault floor/roof system above with a steel furring system. Ornamental details within the ceiling areas are typically plaster.

Image 1: The ceiling assembly at Courtroom 200, taken from the 1926 drawings.

• The ceiling perimeters include a 6‐inch thick tile wall/header that is supported by a steel angle that forms the bottom ceiling trim. This is significant because this assembly is located at the deteriorated ceiling areas that are the subject of this evaluation in Courtroom 200 and the Main Lobby. The space between the Main Lobby ceiling and concrete roof structure above is accessible, however the plank walks do not exist as drawn. The cavity above Courtroom 200 ceiling is not accessible.

• The Southeast Stair ceiling consists of a cloister vault plaster ceiling that includes a center skylight. Assembly details of the ceiling system are not noted in the documents reviewed by Gale. The cavity above this ceiling is not accessible.





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Image 2: Section through a Stair Hall, showing the vaulted ceiling and skylight, taken from the 1926 drawings.

Following Gale’s site visit, a file box of information from the 2001 interior restoration project was provided to Gale. This 2001 restoration encompassed the Main Lobby ceiling, ceilings at the North and South Lobbies, Corridors adjacent to the Lobby, and walls including murals, stone cleaning and repairs. The project did not include restoration work at stair or courtroom ceilings. The project file includes a Survey Conditions Report prepared by John Canning Studios dated September 2000. The following are excerpts from this report:

• “The ceiling of the main lobby is the primary focal point of the public space and is embellished with molded decoration, which has been decoratively painted and gilded to present a formal arrangement of classical details. Incorporated into the design are six figurative murals executed on canvas, which are applied to the ceiling within gilded plaster frames. The ceiling consists of three large coffered panels defined by large beams supported on pilasters of stone below. These beams are covered in canvas upon which decorative motives have been painted both on the beam face and the soffit…a second coffered area is set within (the) border, which contains a series of flat panels highlighted by raised plaster details. At this level also are the framed canvas murals.”

• “There have been repairs in the past (meaning prior to 2001), primarily to field areas, which are subject again to heavy deterioration. Two paint samples taken from the two field areas clearly show an application of patching compound over historic paint layers followed by a primer and present finish paint.”

The first excerpt contributes to understanding the material assemblies and heritage qualities of the main lobby ceiling. The second excerpt suggests repairs performed prior to the 2001 project were performed at a less than satisfactory level.






Image 3: General view of the Main Lobby ceiling, showing the intricate level of detail and color.

Specifications from the 2001 project required metal lath and plaster where repairs were required. This becomes significant when analyzing the portion of plaster that fell during Gale’s observations. The fallen plaster sample did not have metal lathing – it utilized an organic fiber mesh.

Interior Leak Audit

Main Lobby

For interior leaks at the Main Lobby, refer to Gale’s parallel project – “Project A” which addresses leak sources via controlled leak testing and active leak observations as part of a separate but related project. The Main Lobby ceiling has been categorized into three distinct areas of deterioration – Area A, Area B and Area C. The visual observations that follow describe Gale’s audited conditions. Courtroom 200 / Southeast Stairway

Judicial reported the sources of infiltration that were causing damage to ceilings in Courtroom 200 and the Southeast Stair have been identified and were previously repaired. The leak in Courtroom 200 has not re‐occurred in over 18 months and was reportedly solved upon repair of corroded steam/water tubing in the floor slab above. At the Southeast Stair, Gale witnessed infiltration through the vertical south wall below the skylight, onto the interior stair steps.






Images 4 & 5: Views of the observed leak on the south rising wall of the skylight in the Southeast Stairway ceiling, and the observed water on the steps below the leak.

Visual Observations

Gale performed visual interior observations of the ceilings from the floor levels. Observed defects are documented on the attached drawing A‐100, Reflected Ceiling Plan. The results of Gale’s visual evaluation are as follows:

MAIN LOBBY CEILING

• The main lobby ceiling consists of three distinct coffered areas. For the purposes of this report, they are referred to as the South Bay, Center Bay and North Bay.

• Damage associated with infiltration is limited to the West side of the South Bay. Three separate areas of damage have occurred along the West wall: the Southwest corner of the South Bay; the center area of the South Bay, along the west wall; and the north area of the South Bay along the west wall. Visual deterioration to plaster here appears to be limited to the vertical face of the plaster soffit, however the actual amount of deteriorated ceiling is unknown without physical testing.






Image 6: View of the South Bay of the Main Lobby ceiling, looking West. Observed areas of deterioration are along the West wall.

Image 7: Enlarged view of Area A.

A

B

C






• Area A has two sections of deteriorated plaster. One area is in the field of horizontal plaster,

where paint is delaminating and some plaster is exposed. The other is at the corner of the soffit assembly where ornamental plaster trim bands are damaged. The gold floret border is also discolored (dashed area in Image 7), suggesting it is associated with water damage.

Image 8: View of the attic side of the ceiling in the general location of the deterioration in Area A. The ceiling support system was observed as in generally serviceable condition. The built-up dissolved soluble salts are a result of leaks through the concrete roof slab, a sign of repetitive moisture infiltration.






Image 9: Enlarged views of Area B.

• Area B has several sections of deteriorated plaster and paint:

a. In the flat plaster portion, an area of plaster and paint is peeling adjacent to the plaster shield. In areas adjacent to the shield, several small plaster and paint blisters and peeling were observed.

b. It appears the gilded shield has incurred water damage, although the extent is unknown. c. There is an area of discolored gold floret border (dashed area in Image 7) suggesting it is

associated with water damage. d. There is an area of deterioration below the perimeter fascia of plaster and a gold gilded

border that includes peeling paint and plaster as well as discolored areas (showing as white in the photo).

a b

c

d

a






Image 10: View of the attic side of the ceiling in the general location of Area B ceiling deterioration. The built-up dissolved soluble salts are a result of leaks through the concrete roof slab, a sign of repetitive moisture infiltration.

• Area C has one area with visible delamination of plaster and paint. Discoloration of paint around the delamination area (dashed rectangular area in Image 11) suggests the gold floret border has incurred water damage.

Image 11: Enlarged view of Area C, showing delineation of the rising wall above.

DELAMINATION

Approximate line of toilet room exterior rising wall above

Roofing above






Unlike Areas A and B where the areas of deterioration are located below roofing, Area C is located below the Men’s Toilet Room located on the Fourth Floor. While the leakage may be traveling laterally across the roof/deck slab or ceiling to this area, water infiltration may be attributable to plumbing leaks at the bathroom, or may be from a separate rising wall or higher roof above the bathroom. The source of the leak requires identification and mitigation prior to repairing the plaster.

• During Gale’s above‐ceiling observations, a section of plaster dislodged and fell to the lobby floor level. This component was in an applied blue plaster fan on the East side of the beam assembly between the South and Center Bays.

Images 12 thru 14: View of the fallen section of plaster between the South and Center Bays (left), underside (top right) and topside (bottom right) views of the fallen section.

• Gale observed and documented that the plaster contains a layer of organic fiber (jute, cotton or similar) reinforcing, indicating this applique was not original to the building (was repaired). Reviews of the 2001 restoration project records indicate only one of these blue fans was repaired during the project, located opposite of this one (East side). The 2001 project required the use of metal lath for repairs. Although not confirmed, it likely this repair was performed prior to the 2001 restoration project, along with the field of plaster repairs documented in the 2001 Survey Conditions report.

ORGANIC FIBER MESH





Ms. Deborah Levesque Ceilings Evaluation 95 Washington Street October 30, 2015 Page 11 COURTROOM 200 CEILING

Image 15: View of the east side of the ceiling in Courtroom 200, showing the area of deterioration.

• The area of deterioration observed at the East (Washington Street) side of the ceiling is located at the head of the center window bay of the room. There is also water damage vertically in this area from the ceiling down to the floor that includes blistering plaster and paint at jambs, and residue that has washed onto the radiator.

Image 16: A 2014 façade restoration project addressed infiltration issues along the Washington Street wall, in the area of ceiling damage in Courtroom 200. Facilities staff also reported that the radiator located directly above this area (shown in this image) was repaired for a leak in 2014.






Image 17: Enlarged view of the deteriorated ceiling in Courtroom 200.

• The damage in this area is defined as follows:

A. There is damage to the plaster below the dentil work on the masonry/steel header beam and jamb of the window (reference Image 1 for the assembly). The plaster is not highly ornamented on these surfaces.

B. There is a ±10” diameter hole in the perimeter ornamental dentil plaster that penetrates the ceiling assembly through to the cavity above. The area about two feet immediately South of this hole has lost its plaster section back to metal lath.

C. There is an area in the field of ceiling plaster that is covered with a rectangular section of cloth. Gale was not able to access this section, but it is believed the cloth was installed to prevent deteriorated plaster from falling.

A

B

C






Images 18 thru 20: View of the South window jamb in the Center window bay of Courtroom 200 (left); a close-up view of the lower portion of the jamb (center); view of the radiator (right).

• Gale observed damaged plaster along the full vertical face of the south window jamb, as well as plaster residue on the radiator at the base of the window.

SOUTHEAST STAIR CEILING

• This ceiling consists of a plaster vaulted ceiling with a rectangular skylight assembly in the center. At the South window of the stairway, the ceiling is barreled and intersects the vault on a curve. The plaster is painted dark blue with a gold star motif. The vaulted ceiling is bordered on the West side by a travertine and plaster soffit.

Images 21 & 22: Views of the Southeast Stair ceiling and skylight, looking West (photo on left) and East (photo on right).

• The cream color walls and picture rail below the ceiling have been recently painted.






• There is a large patched area on the East side of the ceiling, evidenced by the white color of the compound used. It is not known what materials were used to repair this section of the ceiling.

Image 23: View of the East side of the stair ceiling, showing the area of patched ceiling.

• Approximately 30% of the stairwell ceiling has experienced peeling paint. This has occurred substantially more on the West side, however each of the surfaces have experienced some level of peeling.

• On the West side, there is evidence of water staining along with the peeling paint.

Image 24: View of the West side of the stair ceiling, showing areas of peeling paint as well as water staining (arrow).






Images 25 & 26: View of the North side (photo on left) and Southeast corner (photo on right), showing isolated areas of peeling paint.

• The East side of the rising skylight wall and the grille trims have been patched with a white

compound to an extent, in what appears to be an emergency repair. The historic detailing has not yet been corrected to match adjacent trims.

Image 27: View of the East side of the rising wall of the skylight, showing patched surfaces.

• On the West travertine and plaster soffit, there is an area of peeling paint. The travertine is

also water stained on the stair ceiling side.






Image 28: View of the travertine and plaster soffit on the West side of the skylight showing water stained travertine and an area of peeling paint (arrow).

• Travertine on the East walls of the stair is water stained. This was observed at the horizontal

trim above the upper landing, as well as the landing below where the travertine is stained full height.

Images 29 & 30: View of stained travertine on East walls. Photo on the left is of the top landing; photo on the right is of the intermediate landing below.

Summary

Based upon Gale’s visual observations, it is our opinion that the ceilings in the Main Lobby, Courtroom 200 and Southeast Stair have incurred deterioration associated with water infiltration and require





Ms. Deborah Levesque Ceilings Evaluation 95 Washington Street October 30, 2015 Page 17 restoration. Repair of the Main Lobby ceiling is likely the most important aspect, as the artistic quality reflects its importance as a heritage public space. Due to the historic value of the building, the ceilings in Courtroom 200 and the Southeast Stair necessitate the same level of restoration. Both ceilings have ornamentation and painting that are distinctive. Prior to performing ceiling repairs, active water infiltration should be remedied. Infiltration issues at the South Bay of the Main Lobby ceiling are being addressed in a parallel project (Project A) by Gale. The leak observed by Gale in the Southeast Stair was previously undocumented and requires repair prior to ceiling work. Repairs should be deemed water tight, tested and verified prior to initiating plaster restorations. Gale’s field observations for this evaluation were limited:

• While the top side of the Main Lobby ceiling is accessible through the attic space, the ceiling assembly was not sounded from below for extents of surfaces damaged. Additional hands on evaluation is required to confirm the condition of the plaster and paint assembly

• Access in the interstitial space above the ceiling of the Main Lobby is not in accordance with the original construction drawings (no plank walking surfaces) and is unsafe. Not all areas of ceilings can be accessed or viewed without putting observers and the building into unsafe situations.

• The section of plaster between the Main Lobby, South and Center bays that fell during Gale’s observations has been identified as a repair performed prior to the 2001 restoration project. This repair used an organic fiber mesh as reinforcing, an unqualified repair material. Because this section fell without being directly touched, there is a concern that additional areas of the ceiling repaired in this method may be unstable. The 2000 Canning Survey Conditions Report identified some areas of inferior repairs that were corrected, but the extent of areas that remain with organic mesh, and their physical condition, are unknown.

• Very little is known about the Southeast Stair ceiling assembly and there is no access to the interstitial space above. One can assume if construction methods are similar throughout the building, this ceiling is plaster on suspended metal lath. Determining the configuration of the ceiling and extents of damage requires physical access.

It is for these reasons Gale recommends a design phase that includes access to the ceilings from below in order to document details, and to determine quantities of repair areas and extents of damage. Sounding of surfaces is required to determine the extents of damaged plaster. The data made available in the 2001 restoration project file contains design specifications, cleaning methods, paint analyses, product data and records of the paints used to restore the Main Lobby ceiling. It also contains data on systems used to clean stone surfaces. These systems should be referenced when updating specifications to current processes and materials for the basis of design for repairs of the Main Lobby ceiling. Because the Courtroom 200 and Southeast Stair ceilings were not part of that project, further analyses are required to determine paint types and substrate qualities, although similar systems can be anticipated.





Ms. Deborah Levesque Ceilings Evaluation 95 Washington Street October 30, 2015 Page 18 Gale recommends the restoration work be performed by qualified trades under a strict prequalification process. Gale’s recommendations are based on the areas identified as visibly deteriorated only. Due to the unknown extents and conditions, recommendations for areas beyond those identified are not included. Recommendations for the repair of the ceilings and adjacent surfaces has been divided into the three ceiling areas. Recommendations are dependent on the suggested design phase findings and may be subject to change. General recommended repairs are as follows: Main Lobby Ceiling

• Provide scaffolding along the West side of the South Bay ceiling in the area of deteriorations. Provide containment in this area for protection of the public and adjacent historic surfaces. If the design phase observations discover further areas requiring work, scaffolding and protections need to be expanded to include those areas.

• Contractor to repair areas of deterioration as documented in the design and conditions assessment. Repairs are to include special sectional and shape qualities of plaster ornamentation as well as submittal of paint matches.

• Remove deteriorated plaster and paint in areas A, B and C to sound substrates. Remove deteriorated lath where found to be unacceptable. Care must be taken not to disturb sound original surfaces around the areas of deterioration. Remove inferior previous repairs where documented within the work area. This includes at the area where a section of plaster fell between the South and Center Bays and other areas that may be identified.

• Provide new metal lath where required. This includes at the area where a section of plaster fell between the South and Center Bays. Provide new plaster to match the historic plaster in type, form and finish.

• After plaster has released its moisture, provide primer and finish coats matching the cleaned historic paints in material, color and sheen. Provide a final application of reversible protective varnish to facilitate future maintenance.

Courtroom 200

• Provide scaffolding along the East side of the ceiling in the area of deteriorations. Provide containment in this area for protection of public, furniture, finishes and adjacent historic surfaces.

• Contractor to repair areas of deterioration as documented in the design and conditions assessment. Repairs are to include special sectional and shape qualities of plaster ornamentation as well as submittal of paint matches.






• Remove previous repair materials back to sound substrates. Remove deteriorated plaster to sound substrates on the ceiling and along the window jamb. Repair substrates, anticipated to be steel angle (header), tile walls and metal lath.

• Repair using the same methods as the Main Lobby ceiling recommendations.

• Clean the radiator and brass cover to their original condition.

Southeast Stair

• Provide scaffolding and containment for the stair ceiling. The stair may need to be closed during restoration. If this is not possible, provide protection of the public for egress.

• Contractor to repair areas of deterioration as documented in the design and conditions assessment. Repairs are to include special sectional and shape qualities of plaster ornamentation as well as submittal of paint matches. A specific requirement will be to document the method of application, color, pattern and sizes of the stars.

• Starting from the top, remove the patch material from the East side of the rising wall and trims of the skylight. After determining the material and condition of the grille, repair the grille using the least invasive and historically correct methods.

• If the previous patch material and methods on the East side of the vaulted ceiling are found to be an inferior repair, remove this repair area back to undamaged original adjacent surfaces. If the area is found to be acceptable, prepare this surface for new plaster and paint.

• Remove peeling paint, using care not to disturb adjacent original surfaces that are not peeling. Where paint removal reveals deteriorated plaster, remove plaster to sound substrates.

• Repair deteriorated plaster surfaces using the same methods as the Main Lobby ceiling recommendations.

• Provide primers and paints matching the original ceiling. Care must be taken to match the paint to blend with adjacent surfaces. Utilize the contractor’s documentation of the star patterns to replicate in areas of repainting.

• Scrape, patch, prime and paint the peeling plaster on the East travertine and plaster soffit.

• Clean stained travertine surfaces using methods established in the 2001 Survey Conditions Report (after qualifying that these systems are appropriate). Surfaces to be cleaned include the East soffit, the upper landing West wall trims and the intermediate landing West wall.

Order of Magnitude Cost Estimates

A preliminary order of magnitude construction cost estimate is included below. Please note that the costs included in Gale’s estimates are compiled from various sources and may not reflect all conditions encountered at the project site. Our estimates are based on data obtained from the previous 2001 restoration project, material manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and historical data that we believe are accurate and representative of current industry and economic trends. We have estimated to the best of our ability, the anticipated costs of the proposed items and have provided our opinions on the





Ms. Deborah Levesque Ceilings Evaluation 95 Washington Street October 30, 2015 Page 20 necessity of the same. Due to the historic nature of these repairs, it is Gale’s opinion there will be a premium for the qualification of contractors who are able to perform this work. Additional cost estimating should be performed with the development of design and contract documents. Based on the nature of this evaluation, the cost estimates are considered preliminary at best.

The estimates assumes the work will be performed under one phase and construction contract award. Should Judicial decide to perform phased construction, costs for mobilization, scaffolding, general conditions, etc. will become redundant. Soft costs such as design, engineering and contract administration are not included. Main Lobby Ceiling Repairs (South Bay only) $45,000 – $55,000 Courtroom 200 Ceiling Repairs $ 8,000 – $12,000 Southeast Stair Ceiling Repairs $45,000 – $60,000 North Lobby Bay (Pending Evaluation & Design), Allowance $35,000 – $40,000 Center Lobby Bay (Pending Evaluation & Design), Allowance $35,000 – $40,000 Total $168,000 – 207,000

Please note, hazardous material sampling and testing was not performed as part of Gale’s scope of services. Gale recommends prior to the completion of contract documents, that the existing materials be sampled and tested for the presence of hazardous materials.

We trust this report suits your needs at this time. Should you wish to discuss our recommendations please do not hesitate to contact us. Very truly yours,

GALE ASSOCIATES, INC.

Michael D. Feeney, RA Senior Architect MDF/jec Enclosures cc: Marc Loranger – Gale

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DIVISION 01 SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK PAGE 1 of 12



PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. This specification defines basic standards of procedure, material and workmanship

required for all projects for which contract documents are prepared by the Facilities Office of the State of Connecticut Judicial Branch and/or their authorized representative.

B. Requirements of this project may be amplified or modified for individual projects by

drawing notes or "Specification Modifications" issued as part of individual contract documents.

C. The general requirements of this contract apply to all work included herein. All

Contractors are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all plans, specifications and other documents made a part of this agreement. Contractors must coordinate work with all trades effecting or effected by work under this agreement.

1.02 REGULATIONS

A. All work shall be done in strict accordance with the State of Connecticut Basic Building Code, State Fire Safety Code, National Fire Protection Association, NEC, UL, NEMA, and OSHA with all requirements of all Governmental Departments having jurisdiction.

B. Requirements of the above shall take precedence over plans and specifications.

1.03 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Construction Documents and general provisions of the Contract apply to this Section. B. Division 1 Section 01 32 33 Photographic Documentation C. Division 1 Section 01 60 00 Product Requirements D. Division 1 Section 01 63 10 Equals and Substitutions

1.04 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project scope includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Removal and restoration of specific areas of plaster ceiling assemblies, including artistic painting restorations. Areas included in the project are limited to Main Lobby, Courtroom 200, Stair #1, and Stair #7.




2. Reattaching six (6) lozenge-shaped plaster panels in the Main Lobby.

3. Remove loose concrete debris from above the ceiling of the Main Lobby.

4. Refer to the Contract Drawing package entitled: Interior Ceiling Repairs, dated October 16, 2017 as prepared by Gale Associates, Inc. for more specific information and details on project.

B. Project Location: Hartford Judicial Courthouse, 95 Washington Street, Hartford, CT

06106. The project building is an active Judicial Court House. As such advanced notice of construction activities will be required.

C. Owner:

1. Owner: The Owner is the State of Connecticut Judicial Branch, Office of the Chief Court Administrator, 90 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106.

2. The authorized representative for the Owner is Deborah Levesque, Project

Manager. The Project Manager is located at 90 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106. Phone: 860.706.5263; Fax: 860.706.5093; e-mail: [email protected]

a. The Project Manager is the authorized representative for the State of

Connecticut Judicial Branch. Project Manager to act in matters involving revoking, altering, enlarging, or relaxing any requirement of the contract documents.

b. The Project Manager will process all requests for information, interpretations and decisions regarding the meaning and intent of the Contract Documents, consulting with appropriate parties prior to rendering the interpretations or decisions for the Owner to the Contractor. All such requests and replies shall be in writing.

D. Architect and Engineer:

1. The Architectural/Engineering Firm is: Gale Associates, Inc. located at 703 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury CT 06033.

The Engineer representing the firm for this project is Michael D. Feeney, RA. Phone: 860.430.5660 Fax: 860.430.9072; E-mail [email protected].

The Architect and Engineer or their accredited representative is referred to in the Contract Documents as “Architect” or “Architects” or “Engineer” or “Engineers” or by pronouns which imply them. As information for the Contractor, the Architect’s or Engineer’s status is defined as follows:




a. The Architect and engineer will make interpretations or decisions directly to the Contractor. As needed and prior to rendering interpretations or decisions Architect and engineer will also consult with Project Coordinator.

b. As the authorized representative of the Judicial Branch, Office of the Chief Court Administrator, the Architect and Engineer is responsible for review of shop drawings, materials, and equipment intended for the work, in accordance with the “General Conditions”.

c. Wherever the Architect or Engineer is mentioned in the documents in connection with an administrative function, it shall include the Construction Administrator in that function.

E. Construction Administrator:

1. The Construction Administrator is: Gale Associates, Inc., located at 703 Hebron

Avenue, Glastonbury, CT 06033. The Construction Administrator representing the firm for this project is Michael Feeney or Marc Loranger. Phone: 860.430.5660 Fax: 860.430.9072; E-mail [email protected] and [email protected].

2. a. The Construction Administrator is referred to in the Contract

Documents as "Construction Administrator" or by pronouns, which imply it.

b. As information to the Contractor, the Construction Administrator’s status is defined as follows:

3. The Construction Administrator is the Owner's Agent who will, among other

things, monitor the General Contractor's performance, scheduling and construction, process shop drawings, material, and equipment submittals, review periodic billings, and review any change orders costs that may be incurred.

a. The Construction Administrator will process all requests for information,

interpretations and decisions regarding the meaning and intent of the Contract Documents, consulting with appropriate parties prior to rendering the interpretations or decisions for the Owner/Project Coordinator to the Contractor. All such requests and replies shall be in writing.

F. The Contractor will include in his bid, all items required in order to carry out the intent

of the work as described, shown and implied in the construction documents. G. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility upon discovery to immediately notify the

Project Manager, in writing, of errors, omissions, discrepancies and instances of noncompliance with applicable codes and regulations within the documents, and of any

mailto:[email protected]

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work, which will not fit or properly function if installed as indicated on the Contract Documents. Any additional costs arising from the Contractor’s failure to provide such notification shall by borne by the Contractor.

1.05 WORK SEQUENCE

A. ALL work is to be substantially completed and ready within One Hundred and Twenty (120) calendar days from issuance of a “Purchase Order”.

B. Project submittals to start no later than Fourteen (14) calendar days from issuance of a "Purchase Order".

C. The Project shall mobilize and construction starts no later than Fourteen (14) calendar

days after receiving submittal approvals from the Project Manager and/or Construction Administrator.

D. The Contractor shall be responsible for scheduling and sequencing all work activities to

facilitate any simultaneous work activities and operations of the facility. Scheduling of work shall be fully coordinated to ensure a quick and efficient construction period and that the overall contract is completed within the contract completion period established for this Project. 1. The Contractor’s use of work hours outside of the “normal business” hours

(second shift, overtime, and weekends) will be necessary. All costs associated with work scheduled outside of “normal business” hours are to be included in the contract price.

2. Contractor must have all materials for the project on site before work can

commence.

1.06 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. General: During the construction period the Contractor shall have full use of the Project area for construction operations. However, the Owner reserves the right to perform additional work on the premises that is not part of this contract. The contractor shall cooperate with the owner and other contractors and shall coordinate his/her work so that work by others may be incorporated in a timely manner.

B. Use of the Site: Limit use of the premises to work in areas indicated. Confine

operations to areas within contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of the Site beyond the areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Owner Occupancy: Allow for Owner occupancy and use by the public of the

existing facility during the entire construction period.




2. The Contractor shall confine his operations including storage of materials, supplies, equipment, and apparatus to the areas bounded by the contract limits indicated and as directed in the Contract Documents. At the completion of the project, the Contractor shall restore to an equivalent or improved condition as approved by owner pavement, sidewalks, lawn, and landscaped areas.

3. Contractor to provide barriers to secure work areas and to prevent

unauthorized entry into the work site. Install temporary fencing (8’-high chain link) with lockable entrance gates, barricades, and signage where indicated on Contract Documents.

4. Existing roads, drives, walks and parking areas which are not within the contract

limit line are to be kept free and clear at all times. Contractor is not to use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on site. Position delivery trucks in such a manner to limit exposure to people and property.

5. Traffic Ways: If the work of the contract affects public use of any street, road,

highway or thoroughfare, the Contractor shall confer with the police authority having jurisdiction to determine if and how many police are needed for public safety in addition to any barriers and signals that may be needed. The Contractor will be responsible for coordination, scheduling, and payment of any needed police services.

6. Parking for the Contractor’s employees will be limited to an area designated by

the Owner and/or Project Manager and the Contractor may be required to provide identification stickers for all employees’ cars.

7. No signs, other than those approved by the Owner /Construction Administrator,

will be visible on the premises. The Contractor will not install and/or permit installation of unauthorized signs

8. Contractor to provide all necessary rigging, scaffolding and/or high lift and

safety equipment for removal and installation of all work associated with project. Temporary fencing/barricades and signage to be provided by contractor in compliance with OSHA requirements.

9. The Contractor shall comply with building Owner’s working hour restrictions

and any applicable local city ordinances, unless specifically approved otherwise in writing.

10. The Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to protect the building and

its occupants during the construction period. Any damage caused by construction operations shall be repaired by Contractor at his own expense.




Check with Project Manager for areas within the building that may require special security considerations.

11. The Contractor shall maintain the building in a weather-tight condition

throughout the construction period. 12. Contractor is to secure project area/site from intrusions during unoccupied

(after hours) periods of time. 13. Temporary sanitary facilities include temporary toilets, wash facilities, and

drinking-water fixtures to be furnish by Contractor. Comply with regulations and health codes for the type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities. Install where facilities will best serve the Project’s needs. This requirement maybe waived only by the Owner allowing the Contractor to use the existing facilities within the premises.

14. Temporary field office: Space will be assigned with in the building in a location

to be determined by the Project Manager and Construction Administrator. 15. All contractor workers on site must ware identification badges and/or must

have visible on outer garments the contractor’s company name and carry personal identification.

16. The Contractor’s employees shall adhere to proper conduct at all times. No

smoking, no weapons of any type, alcohol or illegal drugs shall be carried or consumed by employees of the Contractor on Judicial Branch premises.

17. Contractor personnel are not allowed to use Judicial Branch telephones,

computers, office equipment or furnishings and vending machines within the existing buildings unless authorized in writing by the owner/project manager.

18. Inspections/testing: Contractors superintendent to be on site during

inspections/testing of all new work/systems. All inspections/testing to be coordinated with Construction Administrator, Owner and/or Project Manager and shall be made at least 48 hours in advance.

19. Contractor must provide product MSDS sheets to the on-site building

supervisor with copies to Construction Administrator and Project Manager.

20. The Contractor shall be responsible for keeping the premises clean and shall pick up rubbish and debris and promptly remove from site.




1.07 OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS

A. The Owner will occupy the site and existing building during the entire construction period.

1. Prior to the commencement of work, Contractor shall confer and coordinate

with the Construction Administrator and Project Manager regarding any special protection measures, of a temporary nature, that may be required by the Owner, Drawings and Specifications, and applicable sections of the Connecticut State Building Code or Fire Safety Code. The Contractor will be responsible to maintain and protect egress ways during the construction sequence as required. a. Costs of such temporary protection shall be included in the contract

price.

B. Cooperate with the Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with the Owner’s operations.

C. Every reasonable means shall be employed by the Contractor to minimize excessive

vibration, noise, dust, and odors which may result from their work. Contractor shall notify Construction Administrator and Project Manager at a minimum of 48 hours in advance of any work to be completed that potentially can produces strong odors.

1. Owner reserves the right to stop work if it becomes disruptive to the daily business/operation of the court and/or detention center.

2. Any disruptive work shall be completed after 5:00pm Monday-Friday and over weekends.

3. Subsequent claims by the Contractor for additional time or costs due to such shut-downs will not be entertained by the State.

D. Unless otherwise shown or specified, the building’s utilities; heating, air conditioning,

lighting, power, plumbing, gas, etc. are to be kept in operation at all times.

1. Contractor shall notify Construction Administrator and Project Manager at a minimum of 48 hours in advance of any proposed time for shutting down or interrupting any utilities, services, or facilities which may affect the daily operations within the building.

1.08 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. Examination of Site




1. It is not the intent of the Documents to show all existing conditions. All contactors are required to visit and examine the site prior to submitting bids.

2. Contractors should investigate and satisfy themselves as to the conditions

affecting the work, including but not restricted to those bearing upon transportation disposal, handling and storage of materials, availability of labor, water, electric power, uncertainties of weather, roads or similar physical conditions of the ground, the character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during the prosecution of the Work. The Contractor should further satisfy himself as to the character, quality, and quantity of the surface and subsurface materials or obstacles to be encountered insofar as this information is reasonably ascertainable from inspection of the site, as well as from information presented by the Contract Documents. Any failure by the Contractor to acquaint himself with the available information shall not relieve him from the responsibility for estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the Work.

B. Pre-Bid Conference

1. A Pre-Bid Conference and tour of the site will be conducted as scheduled in the bid documents. This scheduled conference is the only official opportunity for the bidders to tour the site with the Owner, Project Manager, Architect, Engineer and/or Construction Administrator.

C. Project Documents

1. The Specifications and Drawings are intended to describe and illustrate the materials and labor necessary for the work of this Project.

D. Construction Responsibility

1. The Contractor shall be responsible for his construction means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures employed in the performance of his work and shall have full responsibility for his failure to carry out any part of his work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

2. Contractor shall utilize only workers who are trained, skilled and authorized to

perform the specialized work required by the project scope of work. 3. Before ordering any material or doing any work, the Contractor shall verify all

measurements and/or quantities and be responsible for the correctness of same. No extra charge or compensation will be allowed on account of differences between actual dimensions and the measurements and/or quantities indicated on the drawings or in specifications.




4. Photographic Documentation: On the date the work is begun and every thirty (30) days thereafter (typically at the end of each month until the work is at least 95% completed), the Contractor shall have photographs of the construction taken by a professional photographer OR an individual approved by the Owner and/or Owner’s representative.

E. Hours of Operations/Overtime

1. Contractor “Normal” scheduled work hours are 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. ALL OTHER TIMES, including Saturday, Sunday and Holidays are considered outside of “Normal” work hours or overtime hours.

2. Anticipate that weekend and/or after work hours may be necessary to

complete the project as required. After hours work will be Monday – Friday 5:00pm – 11:00pm. Weekend hours will be Saturday and Sunday 7:00am – 4:30pm.

3. The Contractor shall request approval from the Project Manager and/or

Construction Administrator to work overtime. Said request shall be made at least 72 hours in advance. All costs for overtime are included in the Contract Sum.

1.09 DEFINITIONS

A. The Contract Time is the period of time allotted in the Contract Documents for completion of the work.

B. The date of commencement of the work is the date established in a notice to proceed.

If there is no notice to proceed, it shall be the date of the Agreement or such other date as may be established therein.

C. The date of substantial completion of the work is the date mutually agreed upon by the Project Manager, Construction Administrator, and the General Contractor.

D. Unless otherwise noted, "Provide" is intended to mean "Furnish and Install".

1.10 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Pre-Construction Conference; the Contractor will attend a pre-construction conference before starting construction, as scheduled by the Construction Administrator and Project Manager.

B. Progress meetings; the Construction Administrator and Project Manager will conduct

progress meetings at the project site at regular intervals as agreed upon at the preconstruction conference.




1.11 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Work shall be completed within the contract completion period established for this project.

B. A construction schedule is to be prepared by the General Contractor and submitted to

the Construction Administrator and Project Manager with in (7) days of notice to proceed.

C. This schedule is to cover all items of Work from start for the project up to the

completion of the project. Content at a minimum should include:

1. Show complete sequence of construction by activity, with dates beginning and completion of each element of construction.

2. Identify each item by specification section numbers 3. Indicate critical path with original baseline indicated.

D. This schedule must be revised to indicate progress of each activity to date of submittal,

and projected completion date of each activity.

1.12 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

A. The Judicial Branch will assess against the contract as liquidated damages and not by way of penalty, the sum specified in the project information section for each day beyond the date given for completion of the project.

B. Liquidated Damages: Five hundred dollars ($500.00) per calendar day. C. The Owner (Judicial Branch), at their discretion, may waive liquidated damages, or any

portion thereof.

1.13 SUBMITTALS

A. All submittals; shop drawings, manufacturer’s product information and samples shall be accompanied by transmittal letter with exact project title and address noted.

B. Do not proceed with fabrication or installation until shop drawings and/or samples are approved by Project Manager and Construction Administrator. All materials furnished shall be new materials and of first class quality. Corrective work is at the expense of the contractor without added time.

C. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and all related activities that require sequential activity.




D. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related elements of the Work so that processing will not be delayed by the need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

1. The Architect, Engineer and/or Construction Administrator/Project Manager

reserve the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until all related submittals are received.

2. The Architect, Engineer and/or Construction Administrator/Project Manager

reserve the right to reject incomplete submitted packages. 3. The minimum number of copies required for each submittal shall be seven (7) or

as determined at the pre-construction meeting of by the Construction Administrator and/or Project Manager.

E. Processing: To avoid the need to delay installation as a result of the time required to process submittals, allow sufficient time for submittal review, including time for re- submittals.

1. Allow seven (7) days for initial review. Allow additional time if the Architect

and/or Construction Administrator must delay processing to permit coordination with subsequent submittal.

2. If an intermediate submittal is necessary, process the same as the initial

submittal. 3. Allow seven (7) days for reprocessing each submittal. 4. No extension of Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit

submittals to the Architect and/or Construction Administrator sufficiently in advance of the Work to permit processing.

1.14 EQUALS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to Equals or Substitutions: Section 01 63 10 Equals and Substitutions

B. Definition: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction as required by the Contract Documents and proposed by the Contractor prior to the submission of the Competitive Bid.

C. General: No alternates or substitutes or methods or materials are acceptable unless by written request along with the information on all materials consistent with the requirements as noted in Section 01 63 10 Equals and Substitutions. If such permission




is granted, it becomes the Contractor's responsibility that the approved change fits in the project as far as space requirements are concerned and performs equally or better than the specified method or part.

1.15 MATERIALS, WORKMANSHIP, GUARANTEES AND WARRANTIES

A. The Contractor shall guarantee all materials and workmanship for a period of eighteen (18) months from the date of acceptance of the Work. Warranty periods in excess of the contract term shall survive the contract termination or expiration for the full duration of the warranty period.

B. Submit written warranties prior to the date certified for Substantial Completion. C. Refer to each Division in Project Specifications for specific content requirements and

particular requirements for submitting special warranties. D. Submit at final completion two (2) copies of each required warranty properly executed

by the contractor, or by the Contractor subcontractor, supplier, or manufacturer. Organize the warranty documents into a durable 3-ring binder in an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of the Project Specifications.

PART 2 PRODUCTS – (NOT APPLICABLE) PART 3 EXECUTION – (NOT APPLICABLE)

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements governing handling and processing allowances.

1. Due to the nature of renovation work, it is anticipated that selected materials and equipment will need to be replaced due to age deterioration and/or not functioning properly. If necessary, additional requirements will be issued by Change Order.

B. Types of allowances required include the following:

1. Unit-price allowances.

C. Related Sections include the following:

1. Section 01 22 00 – Unit Prices for categories of materials and associated pricing.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit invoices or delivery slips to indicate actual quantities of materials delivered to the site for use in fulfillment of each allowance.

B. Submit proposals for purchase of products or systems included in allowances, in the form specified for Change Orders

1.04 COORDINATION

A. Allowance shall include cost to Contractor of specific products and materials ordered by Owner under allowance and shall include taxes, freight, and delivery to Project site.

1.05 UNIT PRICE ALLOWANCES

A. Coordinate allowance items with other portions of the Work. Furnish templates as required to coordinate installation.

1.06 UNUSED MATERIALS

A. Return unused materials to the manufacturer or supplier for credit to the Owner, after


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installation has been completed and accepted.

B. Where it is not economically feasible to return unused material for credit and when requested by the Architect, prepare unused material for the Owner's storage, and deliver to the Owner's storage space as directed. Otherwise, disposal of excess material is the Contractor's responsibility.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 INSPECTION

A. Inspect products covered by an allowance promptly upon delivery for damage or defects.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Coordinate materials and their installation for each allowance with related materials and installations to ensure that each allowance item is completely integrated and interfaced with related construction activities.

PART 4 - SCHEDULES

4.01 SCHEDULE OF ALLOWANCES

A. Allowance No. 01: Include 20 square feet of Removal and Replacement of Plaster Finish Coat and Painting. See Sections 09 03 20 and 09 03 95 for additional requirements and information.

B. Allowance No. 02: Include 20 square feet of Removal and Replacement of Plaster Base Coat. See Section 09 03 20 for additional requirements and information.

C. Allowance No.03: Include 5 linear feet of moulding and 5 square feet of painting for Repair of Egg and Dart Molding. See Sections 09 03 20 and 09 03 95 for additional requirements and information.

D. Allowance No. 04: Include 20 square feet of Replacement and Repair of Metal Lath and Tie System. See Section 09 03 20 for additional requirements and information.

E. Allowance No. 05: Include 2 units of Replacement of “Small” ornamental plaster grille with Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic grille. See Section 06 80 00 for additional requirements and information.

F. Allowance No. 06: Include 1 unit of Replacement of “Large” ornamental plaster grille with Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic grille. See Section 06 80 00 for additional requirements and information.

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PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, Allowances, and other Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Unit Price is an amount incorporated in the Agreement, applicable during the duration of the Work as a price per unit of measurement for materials, equipment, or services, or a portion of the Work, added to or deducted from the Contract Sum by appropriate modification, if the scope of Work or estimated quantities of Work required by the Contract Documents are increased or decreased.

1.03 PROCEDURES

A. Unit prices include all necessary material plus cost for delivery installation, insurance overhead, and profit.

B. Measurement and Payment: See individual Specification Sections for work that requires

establishment of unit prices. Methods of measurement and payment for unit prices are specified in those sections.

C. Owner reserves the right to reject Contractor’s measurement of work-in-place that involves use of established unit prices and to have this work measured, at Owner’s expense, by and independent surveyor acceptable to the Contractor.

D. List of Unit Prices: A schedule of unit prices is included in Part 3. Specification sections

referenced in the schedule contain requirements for materials described under each unit price.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable PART 4 - SCHEDULES 4.01 UNIT PRICE SCHEDULE

A. Item No. 1 – Plaster Finish Coat and Paint Replacement:

1. Description: Removal and Replacement of Plaster Finish Coat and paint replacement including all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the


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proper installation. 2. Unit of Measurement: Square Footage. ADD: $ DEDUCT: $

B. Item No. 2 – Plaster Base Coat Replacement:

1. Description: The removal and replacement of Plaster Base coat replacement that may be uncovered during the performance of work under this Project.

2. Unit of Measurement: Square Footage. ADD: $ DEDUCT: $

C. Item No. 3 – Repair of Egg and Dart Moulding:

1. Description: The repair of Egg and Dart Molding and painting replacement that may be uncovered during the performance of work under this Project.

2. Unit of Measurement: Linear feet moulding / Square Feet paint ADD: $ DEDUCT: $

D. Item No. 4 – Metal Lath Replacement:

1. Description: Replacement and Repair of Metal Lath and Tie Systems that may be uncovered during the performance of work under this Project.

2. Unit of Measurement: Square Footage ADD: $ DEDUCT: $

E. Item No. 5 – Small Grille Replacement:

1. Description: Replacement of “Small” ornamental plaster grille with painted Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic grille, as designated.

2. Unit of Measurement: Each ADD: $ DEDUCT: $

F. Item No. 6 – Large Grille Replacement:

1. Description: Replacement of “Large” ornamental plaster grille with painted Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic grille, as designated.

2. Unit of Measurement: Each ADD: $ DEDUCT: $

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PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for handling

requests for equals and substitutions made prior to the submission of the Competitive Bid.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this

Section:

1. Division 01 "Submittals" specifies general requirements for submitting digital construction photographs.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Photographs: Provide a digital camera to take forty-eight (48) or more photos

each time. Deliver two (2) sets of photo files on CD-ROM and one (1) set of prints (8x10) to the Construction Administrator for the Department.

B. Extra Sets: When requested by the Owner, the photographer shall prepare extra

sets of prints or CD-ROMs. The photographer shall distribute these directly to the designated parties who will pay the costs for the extra sets directly to the photographer.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Engage a qualified commercial photographer to take photographs during

construction. B. Photographer’s Qualifications: Photographer shall be an individual of established

reputation who has been regularly engaged as a professional photographer for not less than three (3) years.





PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 PHOTOGRAPHIC COPIES

A. On the date the work is begun and every thirty (30) days thereafter (until the

work is at least 95 percent complete), the Contractor shall have digital photographs of the construction taken by a professional photographer.

B. Identification: Label each CD-ROM with project name and date the photographs

were taken. With each submittal provide an applied label, rubber-stamped or index sheet with the following information:

1. Name of the Project.

2. Name and address of the photographer.

3. Name of the Architect.

4. Name of the Contractor.

5. Date the photographs were taken.

6. Vantage Point: Description of vantage point, in terms of location, direction (by compass point), and elevation or story of construction.

PART 3 – EXECUTION 3.01 PRECONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Before starting construction, take digital photos of the site and surrounding

properties from different points of view, as selected by the Construction Administrator.

1. Take digital photos in sufficient number to show existing site conditions

before starting Work.

2. Take digital photos of adjacent existing buildings either on or adjoining the property in sufficient detail to record accurately the physical conditions at the start of construction.

3.02 PHOTOGRAPHIC REQUIREMENTS

A. Take forty-eight (48) or more digital photographs monthly, coinciding with the

cutoff date associated with each Application for Payment. The Construction





Administrator shall select the vantage points for each shot to best show the status of construction and progress since the last photos were taken.

B. As the digital photographs are a record of the work progress, they shall be taken

each month, whether or not they show work done during the preceding month. Deliver the CD-ROMs and prints within ten (10) days of their taking.

C. Provide and coordinate the use of photographic software to assure that the

photos are viewable by all interested parties.

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PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. This Section includes special procedures for historic treatment on Project including, but not limited to, the follows:

1. Storage and protection of existing historic materials.

2. Temporary protection of historic materials during construction.

3. Protection during application of chemicals.

4. Protection during use of heat-generating equipment.

5. Historic treatment procedures.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 1 Section “Photographic Documentation” for preconstruction Project photographs taken before, during, and after historic treatment.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. “Preservation”: To apply measures necessary to sustain the existing form, integrity, and materials of a historic property. Work may include preliminary measures to protect and stabilize the property.

B. “Rehabilitation”: To make possible a compatible use for a property through repair, alterations, and additions while preserving those portions or features that convey its historical, cultural, or architectural values.

C. “Restoration”: To accurately depict the form, features, and character of a property as it appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods in its history and the reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period.

D. “Reconstruction”: To reproduce in the exact form and detail a building, structure, or artifact as it appeared at a specific period in time.

E. “Stabilize”: To apply measures designed to reestablish a weather-resistant enclosure and the structural reinforcement of an item or portion of the building while maintaining the essential form as it exists at present.

F. “Protect and Maintain”: To remove deteriorating corrosion, reapply protective coatings, and install protective measure such as temporary guards; to provide the least degree of intervention.





G. “Repair”: To stabilize, consolidate, or conserve; to retain existing materials and features while employing as little new material as possible. Repair includes patching, piecing-in, splicing, consolidating, or otherwise reinforcing or upgrading materials. Within restoration, repair also includes limited replacement in kind, rehabilitation and reconstruction, with compatible substitute materials for deteriorated or missing parts of features when there are surviving prototypes.

H. “Replace”: To duplicate and replace entire features with new material in kind. Replacement includes the following conditions:

1. Duplication: Includes replacing elements damaged beyond repair or missing. Original materials as indicated as the pattern for creating new duplicated elements.

2. Replacement with New Materials: Includes replacement with new material when original material is not available as patterns for creating new duplicated elements.

3. Replacement with Substitute Materials: Includes replacement with compatible substitute materials. Substitute materials are not allowed, unless otherwise indicated.

I. “Remove”: To detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off site unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

J. “Remove and Salvage”: To detach items from existing construction and deliver them to Owner ready for reuse.

K. “Remove and Reinstall”: To detach items from existing construction, repair, and clean them for reuse, and reinstall them where indicated.

L. “Existing to Remain” or “Retain”: Existing items of construction that are not to be removed and that are not otherwise indicated to be removed and salvaged, or removed and reinstalled.

M. “Material in Kind”: Material that matches existing materials, as much as possible, in species, cut, color, grain, and finish.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Historic Treatment Program: Submit a written plan for each phase or process including protection of surrounding materials during operations. Describe in detail materials, methods, and equipment to be used for each phase of work.

B. Alternative Methods and Materials: If alternative methods and materials to those indicated are proposed for any phase or work, provide a written description including evidence of successful use on other, comparable projects, and program of testing to demonstrate effectiveness for use on this Project.





C. Qualification Data: For historic treatment specialists and supervisory personnel. Include list of completed projects with the scope of work and budget for each.

D. Photographs: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements, including finish surfaces that might be misconstrued as damage caused by historic treatment operations. Submit before work begins.

E. Record Documents: Include modifications to manufacturer’s written instructions and procedures, as documented in the historic treatment preconstruction conference and as the Work progresses.


A. Historic Treatment Specialist Qualifications: A firm that employs personnel, including supervisory personnel, experienced and skilled in the process and operations indicated.

B. Historic Treatment Preconstruction Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to

comply with requirement in Paragraph 1.10 in Section 01 11 00.

1. Review manufacturer’s written instructions for precautions and effects of products and procedures on building materials, components, and vegetation.

a. Record procedures established as a result of the review and distribute to affected parties.

1.05 STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF HISTORIC MATERIALS

A. Removed and Reinstalled Historic Materials:

1. Clean and repair historic items to functional condition adequate for intended reuse.

2. Pack or crate items after cleaning and repairing. Identify contents of containers.

3. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

4. Reinstall items in locations indicated. Comply with installation requirements for new materials and equipment. Provide connections, supports, and miscellaneous materials necessary to make item functional for use indicated.

B. Existing Historic Materials to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against

damage and soiling during historic treatment. When permitted by Architect, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location during historic treatment [and cleaned] and reinstalled in their original locations after historic treatment operations are complete.





C. Storage and Protection: When removed from their existing location, store historic materials within a weathertight enclosure where they are protected from wetting by rain, snow, or ground water, and temperature variations. Secure stored materials to protect from theft.

1. Identify removed items with an inconspicuous mark indicating their original location.

1.06 PROJECT SITE CONDITIONS

A. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to historic treatment area.

Conduct historic treatment so Owner’s operations will not be disrupted. Provide not less than 72 hours’ notice to Owner of activities that will affect Owner’s operations.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PROTECTION, GENERAL

A. Comply with manufacturer’s written instructions for precautions and effects of products and procedures on adjacent building materials, components, and vegetation.

B. Ensure that supervisory personnel are present when work begins and during its progress.

C. Temporary Protection of Historic Materials during Construction:

1. Protect existing materials during installation of temporary protections and construction. Do not deface or remove existing materials.

2. Attachments of temporary protection to existing construction shall be approved by Architect prior to installation.

3.02 PROTECTION DURING APPLICATION OF CHEMICALS

A. Protect persons, motor vehicles, surrounding surfaces of building being restored, building site, plants, and surrounding buildings from harm, or damage resulting from applications of chemical cleaners and paint removers.

B. Cover adjacent surfaces with materials that are proven to resist chemical cleaners selected for Project unless chemicals being used will not damage adjacent surfaces. Use covering materials that contain only waterproof, UV-resistant adhesives. Apply masking agents to comply with manufacturer’s written instructions. Do not apply liquid masking agent to painted or porous surfaces. When no longer needed, promptly remove masking to prevent adhesive staining.





C. Do not clean surfaces during winds of sufficient force to spread cleaning solutions to unprotected surfaces.

D. Neutralize and collect alkaline and acid wastes and dispose of off Owner’s Property.

E. Dispose of runoff from chemical operations by legal means and in a manner that prevents soil erosion, undermining of paving and foundations, damage to landscaping, and water penetration into building interiors.

3.03 PROTECTION DURING USE OF HEAT-GENERATING EQUIPMENT

A. Comply with the following procedures while performing work with heat-generating equipment, including welding, cutting soldering, brazing, paint removal with heat, and other operations where open flames or implements utilizing heat are used:

1. Obtain Owner’s approval for operations involving use of open-flame or welding equipment.

a. Notification shall be given for each occurrence and location of work with heat-generating equipment.

2. As far as practical, use heat-generating equipment in shop areas or outside the building.

3. Before work with heat-generating equipment commences, furnish personnel to serve as a fire watch (or watches) for location(s) where work is to be performed.

4. Do not perform work with heat-generating equipment in or near rooms or in areas where flammable liquids or explosive vapors are present or thought to be present. Use a combustible gas indicator test to ensure that the area is safe.

5. Remove and keep the area free of combustibles, including, rubbish, paper, waste, etc., within area of operations.

a. If combustible material cannot be removed, provide fireproof blankets to cover such materials.

6. Where possible, furnish and use baffles of metal or gypsum board to prevent the spraying of sparks or hot slag into surrounding combustible materials.

7. Prevent the extension of sparks and particles of hot metal through open window, doors, holes, and cracks in floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, and other openings.

8. Inspect each location of the day’s work not sooner than 30 minutes after completion of operations to detect hidden or smoldering fires and to ensure that proper housekeeping is maintained.





B. Where sprinkler protection exists and is functional, maintain it without interruption while operations are being performed. If operations are performed close to automatic sprinkler heads, shield the individual heads temporarily with guards.

3.04 HISTORIC TREATMENT PROCEDURES

A. The principal aim of preservation work is to halt the process of deterioration and stabilize the item’s condition, unless otherwise indicated. Repair is required where specifically indicated. The following procedures shall be followed:

1. Retain as much existing material as possible; repair and consolidate rather than replace.

2. Use additional material or structure to reinforce, strengthen, prop, tie, and support existing material or structure.

3. Use reversible processes wherever possible.

4. Use traditional replacement materials and techniques. New work shall be distinguishable to the trained eye, on close inspection, form old work.

5. Record the work before the procedure with preconstruction photos and during the work with periodic construction photos.

B. Prohibit smoking by personnel performing work on or near historic structures.

C. Obtain Architect’s review and written approval in the form of a Constructive Change Directive or Supplemental Instruction before making changes or additions to construction or removing historic materials.

D. Notify Architect of visible changes in the integrity of material or components whether due to environmental causes including biological attack, UV degradation, freezing, or thawing; or due to structural defects including cracks, movement, or distortion.

E. Do not proceed with the work in question until directed by Architect.

F. Where missing features are indicated to be repaired or replaced, provide features whose designs are based on accurate duplications rather than on conjectural designs, subject to the approval of Architect.

G. Where Work requires existing features to be removed, cleaned, and reused, perform these operations without damage to the material itself, to adjacent materials, or to the substrate.

H. Identify new or replacement materials and features with inconspicuous, permanent marks to distinguish them from original materials. Record the legend of identification marks and the locations of these marks on Record Drawings.





I. When cleaning, match samples of existing materials that have been cleaned and identified or acceptable cleaning levels. Avoid over cleaning to prevent damage to existing materials during cleaning.

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GENERAL AND SPECIALTY SUBCONTRACTOR

QUALIFICATIONS STATEMENT

All bidders are required to file this form, properly completed, submitted with the bid, as requested by the Owner and must meet the specifications herein to be considered. Failure of a bidder to answer any question or provide required information may be grounds for the awarding authority to disqualify and reject their bid. If a question or request for information does not pertain to your organization in any way, use the symbol “NA” (Not Applicable). Use additional 8-1/2” x 11” sheets with your letterhead as necessary.

The Judicial Branch will be the sole judge of the acceptability of the General Contractors and Specialty Subcontractor’s Qualifications. Because of the historic significance and importance, the Hartford Judicial District Courthouse to the State of Connecticut, each bidder is required to submit examples of their work and that of its specialty contractors on other previous projects, which in the opinion of the Judicial Branch, is similar to or greater than projects the size and scope of this project. The information requested must be provided for each General or Specialty Subcontractor.

Definitions:

A. Historic Building – a building or structure listed on the State of Connecticut, other State or National Register of Historic Places.

B. Buildings of Historic Nature - a building or structure that would qualify as a historic building according to the guidelines effecting nominations to the National Historic Register.

C. Historic (Building) Material – any building material or component original to a historic building or building of historic nature.

The following trade sections of the project manual require Subcontractor Qualifications:

A. Section 09 03 20 – Historic Treatment of Plaster for work involving the restoration of historic plaster assemblies and related work.

B. Section 09 03 95 – Historic Treatment of Artistic Painting for work involving the cleaning and removal of paint finishes and deleterious materials from historic materials and surfaces, including the painting of existing and new materials surfaces using modern paint materials and application methods.



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GENERAL OR SPECIALTY SUBCONTRACTOR QUALIFICATION FORM Relevant Project Manual Section:______________________________________________________________

1. Indicate exactly the name by which this organization is known:

Company Name: _________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Date Organized: _________________________________________________________________

2. This firm is a: _________ Corporation ___________Partnership ____________Sole Proprietorship _________ Joint Venture __________ Other (explain): ___________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________

3. How many years has this organization been in business under its present name: Years: ____________

4. How many years has this organization been in business: Years: ____________

5. List the Trade(s) that your firm customarily performs:

A. __________________________________________________________________________

B. __________________________________________________________________________

C. __________________________________________________________________________

6. Indicate all other names by which this organization has been known and the length of time known by each name:

A. __________________________________________________________________________

B. __________________________________________________________________________

C. __________________________________________________________________________



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7. Indicate the percentage of the work to be performed by the General or Specialty Subcontractor’s(s) own forces: Percentage Preformed: ________________%

8. Exact description of the services provided and work performed by the General or Specialty Subcontractor

with its own forces: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

9. Names of any projects that the General or Specialty Subcontractor failed to complete or where his performance was judged unsatisfactory. Evidence of unsatisfactory performance may be grounds for bid rejection: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

10. List projects that include work similar to that which is required by the Contract Documents completed by the

General or Specialty Subcontractor within the last 10 years. List the full name and address of the project, the names, address and telephone numbers of the Owner, Architect, the completion date, the total cost and the percentage of relevant work if less than 100% performed by the General or Specialty Subcontractor. Include the following information for each project listed:

Project Name: ____________________________________________________________

Project Address:___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ Owner Name/Telephone #:_______________________________________________________

Architect Name/Telephone #:______________________________________________________ Project Completion Date: ____________________________________________________ Total Project Cost and percentage of work performed by Specialty Subcontractor’s own forces:



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Total Project Cost: ____________________________ Percent Performed by General or Specialty Subcontractor: ______________________% 11. Attach resumes of all General or Specialty Subcontractor supervisory personnel, including Principals, Project

Managers, Superintendents, as well as key trades people who will be directly involved with the project. Indicate the number of years of relevant experience and the number of years experience each individual has in a Supervisory capacity. Indicate number of years the individual(s) have worked for this company and the number of years the individual(s) have worked for previous employers. For each key individual, list relevant or similar projects and the project value specific to the General or Specialty Subcontractor’s scope of work. For each key individual provide three client references with telephone numbers.

12. Trade References: Provide names, addresses and telephone numbers of five (5) firms with whom the General or Specialty Subcontractor has regular business dealings: (attach a separate sheet(s)).

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1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for handling requests for equals and substitutions made prior to the submission of the Competitive Bid.


Section:

1. Division 1 Section "General Requirements"

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions used in this Article are not intended to change the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents, such as "specialties," "systems," "structure," "finishes," "accessories," and similar terms. Such terms are self-explanatory and have well-recognized meanings in the construction industry.

1. "Products" are items purchased for incorporation in the Work, whether

purchased for the Project or taken from previously purchased stock. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system," and terms of similar intent.

a. "Named Products" are items identified by the manufacturer's

product name, including make or model number or other designation, shown or listed in the manufacturer's published product literature, which is current as of the date of the Contract Documents.

2. "Materials" are products substantially shaped, cut, worked, mixed,

finished, refined, or otherwise fabricated, processed, or installed to form a part of the Work.





3. "Equipment" is a product with operational parts, whether motorized or manually operated, that requires service connections, such as wiring or piping.


A. Source Limitations: To the fullest extent possible, provide products of the same kind from a single source.

B. Compatibility of Options: When the Contractor is given the option of selecting between two (2) or more products for use on the Project, the product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options.

C. Nameplates: Except for required labels and operating data, do not attach or

imprint manufacturer's or producer's nameplates or trademarks on exposed surfaces of products that will be exposed to view in occupied spaces or on the exterior.

1. Labels: Locate required product labels and stamps on concealed surfaces

or, where required for observation after installation, on accessible surfaces that are not conspicuous.

2. Equipment Nameplates: Provide a permanent nameplate on each item

of service-connected or power-operated equipment. Locate on an easily accessible surface that is inconspicuous in occupied spaces. The nameplate shall contain the following information and other essential operating data:

a. Name of product and manufacturer.

b. Model and serial number.

c. Capacity.

d. Speed.

e. Ratings.

1.05 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, and handle products according to the manufacturer's recommendations, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft.





1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at the site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Coordinate delivery with installation time to assure minimum holding

time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, and other losses.

3. Deliver products to the site in an undamaged condition in the

manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing. Store products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and maintain within temperature and humidity range required by manufacturer.

4. Inspect products upon delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract

Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

5. Store products at the site in a manner that will facilitate inspection and

measurement of quantity or counting of units.

6. Store heavy materials away from the Project structure in a manner that will not endanger the supporting construction.

7. Store products subject to damage by the elements above ground, under

cover in a weathertight enclosure, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation.

8. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports

above ground. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering; provide ventilation to avoid condensation.

9. Store loose granular material on solid surfaces in a well-drained area;

prevent mixing with foreign matter.

10. Arrange storage to provide access for inspection. Periodically inspect to insure products are undamaged and are maintained under required conditions. Keep log showing date, time, and problems, if any.

11. Stone, masonry units and similar materials shall be stored on platforms

or dry skids and shall be adequately covered and protected against damage.





12. Materials and equipment shall be delivered, stored, and handled to prevent intrusion of foreign matter and damage by weather or breakage. Packaged materials shall be delivered and stored in original, unbroken packages.

13. Promptly inspect shipments to assure that products comply with

requirements, that quantities are correct and products are undamaged.

14. Packages, materials, and equipment showing evidence of damage will be rejected and replaced at no additional cost to the Owner.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS 2.01 PRODUCT SELECTION

A. General Product Requirements: Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, that are undamaged and, unless otherwise indicated, new at the time of installation.

1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, safety guards,

and other devices and details needed for a complete installation and the intended use and effect.

2. Standard Products: Where available, provide standard products of types

that have been produced and used successfully in similar situations on other projects.

B. Product Selection Procedures: The Contract Documents and governing

regulations govern product selection. Procedures governing product selection include the following:

1. Semi-proprietary Specification Requirements: Where Specifications name

two (2) or more products or manufacturers, provide one (1) of the products indicated. Comply with the requirements of Division 01 Section 01 11 00 "Summary of Work".

2. Descriptive Specification Requirements: Where Specifications describe a

product or assembly, listing exact characteristics required, with or without use of a brand or trade name, provide a product or assembly that provides the characteristics and otherwise complies with Contract requirements.





3. Compliance with Standards, Codes, and Regulations: Where Specifications only require compliance with an imposed code, standard, or regulation, select a product that complies with the standards, codes, or regulations specified.

4. Visual Selection: Where specified product requirements include the

phrase "...as selected from manufacturer's standard colors, patterns, textures..." or a similar phrase, select a product and manufacturer that complies with other specified requirements. The Architect will select the color, pattern, and texture from the product line selected.

PART 3 – EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS

A. Comply with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations for installation of products in the applications indicated. Anchor each product securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other Work.

1. Clean exposed surfaces and protect as necessary to ensure freedom from

damage and deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

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1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for handling requests for equals and substitutions made prior to the submission of the Competitive Bid.


Section:

1. Division 1 Section "General Requirements".

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions in this Article do not change or modify the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents.

B Equals or Substitutions General: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and

methods of construction required by the Contract Documents proposed by the Contractor prior to the submission of the Competitive Bid.

1. Equal: Any deviation from the specification, which is defined as follows: A

replacement for the specified material, device, procedure, equipment, etc., which is recognized and accepted as substantially equal to the first listed manufacturer or first listed procedure specified, after review, by the Architect and may be rejected or approved at the sole discretion of the owner. All equals must be substantially equivalent to the first manufacturer or first procedure listed in the Specifications with reference to all of the following areas: the substance and function considering quality, workmanship, economy of operation, durability and suitability for purposes intended; size, rating and cost. The equal does not constitute a modification in the scope of Work, the Schedule or Architect/Engineer’s design intent of the specified material, device, procedure, equipment, etc.





2. Substitution: Any deviation from the specified requirements, which is defined as follows: A replacement for the specified material, device, procedure, equipment, etc., which is not recognized or accepted as equal to the first manufacturer or procedure listed in the Specification after review by the Architect and may be rejected or approved by the Owner. The Substitution is not equal to the specified requirement in comparison to the first manufacture or first procedure listed in the Specifications in one or more of the following areas: the substance and function considering quality, workmanship, economy of operation, durability and suitability for purposes intended; size; cost and rating. The Substitution constitutes a modification in the scope of Work, the Schedule or the Architect/Engineer’s design intent of the specified material, device, procedure, equipment, etc.

3. The following are not considered to be requests for Equals or

Substitutions:

a. Revisions to the Contract Documents requested by the Owner or Architect.

b. Specified options of products and construction methods included in the Contract Documents.

c. The Contractor's determination of and compliance with governing regulations and orders issued by governing authorities having jurisdiction.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Equals and Substitution Request Submittals: The Owner will consider requests for equals or substitutions if made prior to the submission of the Competitive Bid. The information on all materials shall be consistent with the information herein. After the contract award, substitutions will be considered for materials or systems specified that are no longer available. It will not be considered if the product was not purchased in a reasonable time after award. The contractor shall submit all equal and substitutions request in writing as follows below.

1. The Contractor is required to prepare and submit three (3) copies of the

required data for the first manufacturer listed or procedure listed in the specifications section with reference to all of the following areas: the substance and function considering quality, workmanship, economy of operation, durability and suitability for purposes intended including the size, rating and cost. All submissions must include all the required data for the first listed manufacturer or procedure as specified, as well as the required data for the proposed Equal or Substitution. This will enable the





Owner and Architect to determine that the proposed Equal or Substitution is or is not substantially equal to the first listed manufacturer or procedure.

2. Identify the product or the fabrication or installation method to be

replaced in each request. Include related Specification Section and Drawing numbers.

3. Provide complete documentation showing compliance with the

requirements for equals or substitutions, and the following information, as appropriate:

a. Coordination information, including a list of changes or

modifications needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by the Owner and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate the proposed Equal or Substitution.

b. A detailed comparison chart of significant qualities of the proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Significant qualities may include elements, such as performance, weight, size, durability, and visual effect.

c. Product Data, including Shop Drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

d. Samples, where applicable or requested. e. A statement indicating the effect on the Contractor's

Construction Schedule or CPM Schedule compared to the schedule without approval of the Equal or Substitution. Indicate the effect on overall Contract Time.

f. Cost information, broken down for comparison to the purposes intended.

g. The Contractor's certification that the proposed Equal or Substitution conforms to requirements in the Contract Documents in every respect and is appropriate for the applications indicated.

h. The Contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of the failure of the Equal or Substitution to perform adequately.

4. Project Coordinator/Architect's Action: If necessary, the Architect will

request additional information or documentation for evaluation within seven (7) days of receipt of the original request for equal or substitution request. The Architect will notify the Construction Administrator who will notify the Owner of recommended acceptance or rejection of the





proposed equal or substitution, within seven (7) days of receipt of the request, or five (5) days of receipt of additional information or documentation, whichever is later. The Construction Administrator will give final acceptance or rejection by the Owner not less than seven (7) days after notification.

a. Any request deemed an "Equal" and accepted by the

Construction Administrator, Architect, Owner, and Agency will result in written notification to the Contractors and will not be in the form of a change order for an "Equal”.

b. Any request deemed a "Substitution" and rejected or approved by Construction Administrator, Architect, and Owner may result in written notification to the Contractors and may be in the form of a change order if the “Substitution” is approved.

PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 EQUAL OR SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Conditions: The Architect will consider the Contractor's request for Equal or Substitution of a product or method of construction when one or more of the following conditions are satisfied, as determined by the Architect. If the following conditions are not satisfied, the Architect will return the requests to the Construction Administrator without action except to record noncompliance with these requirements.

1. The proposed request does not require extensive revisions to the

Contract Documents. 2. The proposed request is in accordance with the general intent of the

Contract Documents. 3. The proposed request is timely, fully documented, and/or properly

submitted. 4. The proposed request can be provided within the Contract Time.

However, the Architect will not consider the proposed request if it is a result of the Contractor’s failure to pursue the Work promptly or coordinate activities properly.

5. The proposed request will offer the Owner a substantial advantage, in

cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting





additional responsibilities the Owner must assume. However, if the proposed request requires the Owner to incur additional responsibilities, including but not limited to, additional compensation to the Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by the Owner or similar considerations, then the Owner will have just cause to reject the request for Equal or Substitution.

6. The proposed request can receive the necessary approvals, in a timely

manner, required by governing authorities having jurisdiction. 7. The proposed request can be provided in a manner that is compatible

with the Work as certified by the Contractor. 8. The proposed request can be coordinated with the Work as certified by

the Contractor. 9. The proposed request can uphold the warranties required by the

Contract Documents as certified by the Contractor.

B. The Contractor's submission and the Architect's review of Submittals, including but not limited to, Samples, Manufacturer’s Data, Shop Drawings, or other such items, which are not clearly identified as a request for an Equal or Substitution, will not be considered or accepted as a valid request for an Equal or Substitution, nor does it constitute an approval.

PART 3 EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

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PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 IN GENERAL

A. The General Conditions, and all parts of the Bid and Contract Documents are made part of this Section as if fully repeated herein.

1.02 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE:

A. Section 01 22 00 – Unit Prices

B. Section 09 03 20 – Historic Treatment of Plaster

C. Section 09 03 95 – Historic Treatment of Artistic Painting

1.03 REFERENCES

A. ASTM International (ASTM): 1. ASTM D 638 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics. 2. ASTM D 648 - Standard Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics

Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position. 3. ASTM D 790 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced

and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials 4. ASTM D 695 - Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid

Plastics. 5. ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of

Building Materials.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals shall be made in accordance with the Division 01 and this Section.

B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including dimensions, finishes, storage and handling requirements and recommendations, and installation recommendations.

C. Shop Drawings: For custom items, provide drawings showing dimensions, layout, joints, details, and interface with adjacent work; include field measured dimensions of the spaces where items are to be installed, if critical to proper installation.

D. Samples: For each custom finish specified, two samples, minimum size 6’ (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.


A. Manufacturer Qualifications: The manufacturer shall have at minimum a three (3)-year demonstrated capability to produce GFRP fabrications of the quality and scope required.





B. Installer Qualifications: Regularly engaged and experienced in the installation of similar fabrications.

C. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship. 1. Provide one (1) ornamental grille as a mock-up, prior to proceeding with other

work. Approved mock-up may be incorporated into the final work. 2. Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by

Architect. 3. Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Transport, lift, and handle units with care, avoiding excessive stress and preventing damage; use appropriate equipment.

B. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation, in a clean dry area off the ground and protected from weather, moisture and damage; store units upright and not stacked unless permitted by manufacturer.

1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

1.08 SEQUENCING

A. Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

1.09 UNIT PRICES

A. The Unit Prices established below are above and beyond those shown on the Contract Drawings, and shall be carried by the Contractor/Subcontractor within the Base Bid Scope of Work. The Contractor’s Schedule of Values will carry each item under the bid amount selected for this project. Should the unit price work not be performed on this project, the total amount, or remaining amount if portions of unit price work is performed, shall be credited to the Owner.

B. Unit Price No. 5: For Replacement of “Small” ornamental plaster grille with Glass Fiber

Reinforced Plastic grille, the Base Bid shall include all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of Base Bid grilles to be replaced is indicated on the drawings. The Owner shall utilize this Unit Price should they deem replacement of additional “Small” grilles is necessary.





C. Unit Price No. 6: For Replacement of “Large” ornamental plaster grille with Glass Fiber

Reinforced Plastic grille, the Base Bid shall include all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of Base Bid grilles to be replaced is indicated on the drawings. The Owner shall utilize this Unit Price should they deem replacement of additional “Large” grilles is necessary.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Fabrications: Molded surface coat over polyester resin laminate reinforced with glass fiber and structural reinforcing as required. 1. Surface Coat: Ultraviolet inhibited NPG-ISO polyester gel coat, 20 mils (0.5 mm)

thick, nominal. 2. Surface Coat: Polyurethane. 3. Color: adequate for painting to march original features. 4. Texture on Exposed Side: smooth. 5. Resin: Isophthalic polyester resin; with flame spread index less than 25, smoke

developed index less than 450, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84; heat distortion greater than 180 degrees F (82 degrees C), when tested in accordance with ASTM D 648.

6. Glass Fiber: "E" type random chopped fibers. 7. Glass Content: 25 to 30 percent by weight. 8. Glass Content: 15 percent by weight, maximum. 9. Shell Thickness: 3/16 inch (5 mm), minimum. 10. Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread index of less than 25, smoke

developed index of less than 450, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84. 11. Flexural Strength: 20000 psi (138 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D

790. 12. Modulus of Elasticity: 0.9 x 10^6 psi (6200 MPa), when tested in accordance with

ASTM D 790. 13. Tensile Strength: 12000 psi (83 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D

638. 14. Compressive Strength: 17000 psi (117 MPa), when tested in accordance with

ASTM D 695. 15. Bearing Strength: 9000 psi (62 MPa), when tested in accordance with ASTM D

638. 16. Thermal Expansion Coefficient: 10 x 10^-6 per degree F (5.56 x 10^-6 per degree

C). 17. Specific Gravity: 1.5. 18. Variation in Thickness From Nominal: Minus 1/16 inch (1.5 mm), plus 1/4 inch (6

mm). 19. Variation in Thickness of Gel Coat: Plus and minus 2.5 mils (0.06 mm), maximum.





20. Variation from Dimensions Indicated on Drawings: Plus and minus 1/8 inch (3 mm), maximum.

21. Variation from Square: Plus and minus 1/8 inch (3 mm), maximum. 22. Variation of Hardware from Intended Location: Plus and minus 1/4 inch (6 mm),

maximum. 23. Provide concealed reinforced anchorage points for anchors of type

recommended by manufacturer for purpose indicated. 24. Mark each unit with permanent serial number coordinated with shop drawing

designators. 25. Cure and clean prior to shipment; remove material that may be toxic to plant or

animal life or incompatible with adjacent building materials.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed; verify that substrates are plumb and true.

B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

C. Check field dimensions before beginning installation. If dimensions vary too much from design dimensions for proper installation, notify Architect and wait for instructions before beginning installation.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.

C. Install supplementary temporary and permanent supports as required for proper installation.

3.03 INSTALLATION

A. Install in accordance with applicable code and manufacturer's recommendations, plumb and true to line; shim where necessary.

B. Install with variation from position shown on drawings not more than 1/8 inch in 10 feet (6.25 mm in 3 m); align horizontal and vertical joints.

C. Fasten using methods that allow for thermal expansion and contraction.





3.04 PROTECTION

A. Protect installed products until completion of project.

B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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A. Section 01 21 00 – Allowances

B. Section 01 22 00 – Unit Prices

C. Section 09 03 95 – Historic Treatment of Artistic Painting

1.03 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Remove loose concrete debris located on the top side of the Main Lobby ceiling.

B. Removal of deteriorated ceiling plaster in limited and designated areas, to sound substrate. Repair mesh lath. Neutralize the substrate where it is to remain. Apply base coat plaster necessary to fill losses. Apply finish coat plaster to bring surface even with historic original surface.

C. Document special shapes and ornaments for replication.

D. Replace special shapes and ornamental sections which have deteriorated beyond repair.

E. Shore, stabilize and re-secure the above-ceiling suspension systems of lozenge-shaped plaster panels that are hung with wads of fibrous plaster.

1.04 JOB CONDITIONS

A. The building has been deemed historically significant. The building is listed on the Connecticut State Register of Historic Places. As such, care shall be taken to perform work in accordance with NPS/ National Trust guidelines for Preservation.

B. The existing plaster appears to be a modern Portland cement based system. It is applied to

metal lath on a metal strut suspension system.

C. Packaged materials shall be delivered to the site in the original packages and containers with labels intact and seals unbroken. Cementitious materials shall be kept dry and stored off the ground under cover away from damp surfaces until ready to be used. Aggregate shall be covered to prevent the absorption or loss of moisture. Discard material that has exceeded its shelf life. Stack metal lath flat to prevent deformation.





D. Coordinate the work in this section with the work by other trades to ensure the orderly progress of the work.

E. Under no circumstances shall the Contractor remove existing materials and systems in

an uncontrolled manner. Machinery or devices used shall be manufactured for this purpose. Adjacent building and property areas shall be protected.

F. During removal operations, the Contractor is responsible for the containment of all dust,

dirt, debris, overspray, and run-off resulting from the work. The Contractor shall collect and contain all materials and repair any resulting damage to adjacent surfaces, fixtures, or personal property. Specific attention is drawn to the use, containment and disposal of dust, chemicals, and cleaners.

G. No finishes shall be installed until mock-ups have been reviewed and approved by the

Owner for acceptability as to appearance and color match. H. Fully charged, inspected, and approved fire extinguishers shall be on site at all times. I. The general nature, approximate quantity and area of the various work items are shown on

the Contract Drawings. J. The Contractor shall utilize skilled and experienced specialty workers to install all aspects of

the work.

1.05 DIMENSIONS AND QUANTITIES

All dimensions and quantities shall be determined or verified by the Contractor. The Contract Drawings have been compiled from various sources and may not reflect the actual condition at the moment of construction. The Contractor is cautioned to take all precautions and make all investigations necessary to install the proposed work. The Owner will not consider unfamiliarity with the job conditions as a basis for additional compensation.

1.06 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals shall be made in accordance with the Division 01 and this Section. Submit manufacturer’s instructions, technical data sheets, mixing instructions, application requirements, special procedures and MSDS for all products included in Part 2 of this specification section.

B. Submit samples for verification purposes.

C. The Contractor shall submit the following items with their submittal package.

1. Historic plaster restoration plan 2. Methods of removal of materials





3. Temporary protection procedures 4. Staging/set-up procedures 5. Program for containment of dust, cleaning chemicals (if required) and airborne

debris.

D. Detailed description of the proposed job-mix proportions for plaster assemblies. E. Calculations provided by a structural engineer licensed in the state of Connecticut

demonstrating the weight of the lozenge panels and capacity of proposed reattachment system hangers.

F. Proposed cleaners and methods of containment and disposal.

G. Proposed method of protection for adjacent building spaces and surfaces, walkways, and related work from damage.

1.07 TEST AREAS

A. Mock-Ups: Prior to application of the work, fabricate and erect mock ups for each type of finish and application to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects as well as qualities of materials and execution. Build mock ups to comply with the following requirements using materials indicated for final unit of work. Locate mock ups as directed by the Architect. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship to be expected in the completed work. Obtain the Architect’s acceptance of mock ups before start of final unit of work.

1. Retain and maintain mock ups during construction in undisturbed condition as a standard for judging completed unit of work.

B. Before full scale work is commenced, execute the following work for trial work areas to be

reviewed by the Owner and Architect as to acceptability of color, texture, and appearance. Test areas shall be performed at each building location and be subject to approval. Evaluation will be for color, texture, crispness of detail, and blended with adjacent existing plaster, ornament, and final finishes.

1. Three square feet of plaster repair (and painting) on the Main Lobby Ceiling,

including an ornament or portion of an ornament. 2. One section of plaster grille repair located in the skylight bay of a Stair. 3. One side of flat plaster trim (and painting) at the intersection of the skylight base

and vaulted ceiling of one stair.

C. Prepare, install, and cure all materials in accordance with these specifications and the manufacturer’s instructions.





D. Trial areas shall be repeated until acceptable results are obtained. The accepted work shall be left in place and act as a standard for all subsequent work.

1.08 UNIT PRICES


B. Unit Price No. 1: For Removal and Replacement of Finish Coat the Base Bid shall include

all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of repairs is indicated on the drawings. The base bid shall include an additional 20 square feet of Removal and Replacement of Finish Coat and Painting. See Section 09 03 95 for Painting Restoration to be included with this Unit Price.

C. Unit Price No. 2: For Removal and Replacement of Base Coat the Base Bid shall include all

labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of repairs is indicated on the drawings. The base bid shall include an additional 20 square feet of Removal and Replacement of Base Coat.

D. Unit Price No. 3: For Repair of Egg and Dart Molding the Base Bid shall include all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of repairs is indicated on the drawings. The base bid shall include an additional 5 linear feet of Repair of Egg and Dart Molding and Painting. See Section 09 03 95 for Painting Restoration to be included with this Unit Price.

E. Unit Price No. 4: For Replacement and Repair of Metal Lath and Tie System the Base Bid

shall include all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity replacements is indicated on the drawings. The base bid shall include an additional 20 square feet of Replacement and Repair of Metal Lath and Tie System.

1.09 CLEAN-UP

A. Site clean-up shall be complete and performed daily to the satisfaction of the Owner.

B. All trash and debris shall be completely removed from the site daily during the work and at the completion of the work. All debris shall be legally disposed of off-site.





1.10 GUARANTEES

A. Upon completion of the work and prior to final payment, the Contractor shall submit a guarantee of his work as free from defect in materials and workmanship, and the warranty shall cover pitting or cracking of the finished surface, inter-coat separation, or loss of plaster from lathing or substrate that may occur during the warranty period. The guarantee shall be for a period of two (2) years. The guarantee shall be signed by an officer of the Contractor’s firm and sealed if a corporation.


A. Contractor Qualifications: The removal, repair and replacement of flat and ornamental plaster shall be carried out by a firm having not less than ten (10) years successful experience. Provide Plaster Restoration Ornamental and Non-Ornamental Qualification Form attached with bid. Contractors not submitting the required information or failing to meet the minimum requirements will be disqualified and will not be allowed to perform the work in this Section.

B. The contractor shall submit with bid all the following information demonstrating plaster contractor's qualifications and experience with the bid for approval by the Owner. Contractors not submitting the required information or failing to meet the minimum requirements will be disqualified and will not be allowed to perform the work in this Section.

1. Provide written description of a minimum of three (3) projects completed within the last five years for this the plaster contractor has performed the ornamental plaster and flat plaster repair. Projects must have been performed on properties 50 years old or older. Provide name, address of the project; name and telephone number of the Owner and Architect; state work that was performed, and a description of the materials and methods used to perform the work for each project.

2. Submit Resume for each person who will be supervising and performing the work of this section demonstrating a minimum of (5) years’ experience working in their trade, list projects describing the work performed. Only individuals whose resumes have been submitted, reviewed, and accepted will be allowed to perform the work of this section.

1.12 REFERENCES

A. ASTM : Referenced Standards, and Standards further references within same: 1. C 841 — Installation of Interior Lathing and Furring. 2. C 842 — Application of Interior Gypsum Plaster.





B. DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung) V 18550-2 Plastering/rendering and plastering/rendering systems - Execution.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

2.01 Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

A. Plaster:

1. Gold Bond Building Products Div., National Gypsum Co. 2. United States Gypsum Co.

B. Expanded Metal Lath: Fabricate from zinc-coated (galvanized) steel sheet to produce lath complying with ASTM C 847 for each type and configuration.

1. Type and configurations as recommended by lath manufacturer for each application.

2. Weight: 3.4 lbs. per sq. yd. except rib lath with rib depth of 3/8" : 4. lbs. per sq. yd.

C. Lath Attachment Devices: Material and type required by referenced standards and recommended by lath manufacturer for secure attachment of lath to framing members and to lath.

2.02 GYPSUM PLASTER MATERIALS

A. Base Coat Plasters: ASTM C 28.

1. Gypsum neat plaster: Red Top Gypsum Plaster or Red Top Two-Purpose Plaster, United States Gypsum Co., or Two-Way Hardwall Plaster, National Gypsum Co.

B. Finish Coat Plasters:

1. Gypsum gauging plaster, ASTM C 28: Champion Gauging Plaster, Red Top Gypsum Plaster, or Star Gauging Plaster, United States Gypsum Co., or Super-White Gauging Plaster, National Gypsum Co.

2. Gypsum ready-mixed finished plaster, manufacturer's standard mill-mixed gauged interior finish: Red Top Finish: United States Gypsum Co.

C. Moulding Plaster: USG #1 Moulding Plaster; National Gypsum Gold Bond Moulding Plaster (with lime putty).

D. Finishing Hydrated Limes: ASTM C 206, Type S.

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E. Aggregates for Base Coat Plasters: ASTM C 35: sand aggregate.

2.03 PLASTER LOSENGE PANEL REATTACHMENT MATERIALS

A. New support system shall cause no damage to the existing panels. Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1. RE Aramid Gel fiber-reinforced acrylic polymer based plaster rebuilder, by HPCS, or equivalent

2. Mechanical fastening system 3. Boater’s fiberglass resin and 6oz fiberglass cloth

2.04 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Water: Drinkable, free of substances capable of affecting plaster set or of damaging plaster, lath, or accessories.

B. Bonding Agent: Plaster Weld —Larson Mfg. Co.; HPCP S-20 Primer; The Euclid Chemical Company, Euco Weld; or approved equal.

C. Plaster consolidation products: manufacturer’s graduated series of consolidants made specifically for in-depth strengthening of plaster.

1. PCP Co-S Series (20, 50, 100) 2. Talas CaLoSil IP Series (5, 25)

D. Surface Painter’s Tape:

1. Frog Tape by Shur-Tech Brands 2. Scotch Brand – Blue Scotch™ Painter’s Tape

E. Modeling medium

1. Plasticine™ 2. Kaolin Clay

F. Brush on silicone mold making rubber

1. Smooth-On Rebound™ 25 2. AeroMarine® Products AM 128 Brushable Silicone Rubber

G. Mold release

1. Smooth-On Universal® Mold Release 2. Eject-It Mold Release 33 Petrolease

H. Paint stripper: Merritt Supply: Marine Kwik Paint and Varnish Remover

I. Plaster repair dowel setting adhesive: HPCP Ad 25 Gel





2.05 GYPSUM PLASTER MIXES

A. Base Coats: Comply with ASTM C 842 and manufacturer's directions for application type.

1. Three-Coat Work Over Metal Lath: a. For troweled finish:

1) Scratch Coat: Gypsum wood-fibered plaster, with job-mixed sand.

2) Brown Coat: Gypsum neat plaster with job-mixed sand.

B. Finish Coats: Proportion materials in parts by dry weight.

1. Troweled Finishes:

a. Gypsum Gauging Plaster: one (1) part plaster and two (2) parts lime.

b. Over lightweight aggregate base coats, add 1/2cu. ft. of perlite finish or 50 lbs. of No.1 white silica sand per 100 lbs. of plaster.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL WORKMANSHIP

A. Follow all applicable local, state, and federal requirements regarding construction of scaffolding and protection of the public safety. Specific reference should be made to OSHA Construction Safety Regulations.

B. Set up of scaffolding or similar access and location of on-site storage areas shall be subject

to review and approval by the Owner.

C. Keep covers tightly sealed on all evaporative products to prevent premature curing. D. All debris shall be transported to dumpsters, in locations approved by the Owner, to floor

level by scaling bucket or other approved means. Uncontrolled dropping of debris to floor level will not be permitted.

E. During the removal of any existing component, the Contractor shall report to the Owner

any areas of damaged, deteriorated or otherwise unsuitable masonry substrate, or materials foreign to the project. Do not cover unacceptable areas until reviewed by the Owner and Engineer. Provide temporary protection to the area in question.





3.02 PROTECTIOON OF ASSEMBLIES DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Install a support system before any work takes place in the plenum above the subject plaster. Use an approved micro-jacking temporary support system or design and install one that meets the listed criteria.

B. Design the superstructure so that there is minimal contact with the painted surface, so that essential contact points are well separated on a 12” X 12” grid, so that all the painted surfaces between the contact points is visible at all times, and so that minimal obstruction of the decorative plaster surface occurs.

C. With padded soft contact points where contact is made with the painted surface. Determine the nature of contact points after visual inspection at the surface.

D. Movement stresses of the scaffolding caused by workers on the scaffolding is not transferred through the support system upwards to the painted surface and the plaster behind it.

E. Remove the temporary support 72 hours after the consolidation treatment of the overhead fibrous plaster is completed.

3.03 REMOVAL OF EXISTING SYSTEMS

A. By sounding and close inspection of the areas designated, identify the limits of the damage around the obvious distress areas where paint is peeling. If any of the embellishments on the ceiling are found to be detached or corroded, carefully remove the damaged element, and set it aside. Apply tape to create a perimeter not less than 12" beyond the discovered area of damage. In the case of damage adjacent to three dimensional embellishments, use the change of surface plane to define the border of the repair area if possible.

B. Collect samples of each paint color identified within each repair area during the removal process.

C. Scrape loose material within the tape zone to remove loose and damaged material. The intention is to remove deteriorated paint and plaster but not to remove sound plaster. This may involve abrasion of the surface until the expanded metal lath substrate is exposed. Do not extend the abrasion to the full perimeter of the taped area.

E. Do not disturb sound back-up substrates.





F. Each succeeding coat should be removed further than the preceding one. Therefore, the base coat will be the smallest area to be patched and the finish coat will be the largest area to be patched.

G. Confirm the condition of metal lath. Remove corroded or otherwise damaged lath.

Expose masonry substrates to tie-in new metal lath.

H. For masonry back-up, rake out deteriorated mortar joints to ensure clean, dust free joints at time of stucco application. Provide pressurized air to clean substrates.

3.04 INSTALLATION OF LATHING AND FURRING, GENERAL

A. Except where more stringent requirements are specified in this section or shown on the drawings, comply with the following:

1. Gypsum plaster work: ASTM C 841.

B. In the event that corrosion is discovered on the metal lath substrate, the architect will define the scope of removal.

C. Working from the center of the damage area toward the edges, expose the corroded metal lath by carefully removing plaster without fracturing the adjacent plaster. A Fein Multi Master or equivalent oscillating saw is a good tool for this task.

D. Once the corroded lath is fully exposed, use approved low adhesion painter’s tape to mark a perimeter 12" beyond the limit of the corrosion.

E. At 6" beyond the corrosion, use the oscillating saw to cut through the plaster to the depth of the metal lath and carefully remove the plaster between the saw cut and the corrosion area. Remove plaster that has been extruded through the openings in the lath. Do not distort the flat metal lath during this removal process.

F. Cut a new piece of galvanized metal lath to overlap the corrosion area by 4” - 5” and stitch it in place using malleable copper wire or galvanized wire.

G. Prime the entire repair area with an approved primer and proceed with plaster restoration.

3.05 PLASTER APPLICATION, GENERAL

A. Tolerances: Do not deviate more than 1/8" in 10'-0" from a true plane in finished plaster surfaces, except compound curved surfaces, as measured by a 10'-0" straight edge placed at any location on surface. On curved surfaces, maintain forms as shown, and transition smoothly from curved to flat surfaces.

B. Plaster thickness: To match historical surface.





C. Application of Plaster Types:

1. For all interior work: Gypsum plaster to match surface texture of existing adjacent surfaces.

2. Application Standard: ASTM C 842. D. Repair damaged decorative plaster elements indicated, to their original condition,

profile, and detail, including foliate decoration, medallions, moldings, etc.

E. Liberally brush apply an approved bonding agent to the abraded plaster as a surface preparation. Do not apply the bonding agent over sound painted plaster surface.

F. Apply base coat repair plaster to the abraded primed plaster keeping the finished surface 1/8" below the surrounding decorated painted ceiling surface. Ensure that no repair plaster is applied to a painted surface. This work may be done in more than one step. The first application may be made to bring the background surface up to within an 1/8" of its finished plane. A second application may then be applied over this where needed to bring up the next surface plane up to within 1/8" of its finished plane. Allow plaster to fully dry.

G. Apply finish coat repair plaster to bring the base material surface up to flush with the surrounding painted plaster surface. Ensure that no repair plaster is applied to a painted surface.

H. Use a moisture meter to determine that the plaster has dried sufficiently before painting. Moisture content should be 10% or less in accordance with ASTM D-4263:

1. Cut a 16-inch square of clear poly and fasten it to the unpainted fresh plaster surface with masking tape. Remove it after 24 hours and inspect the inner poly surface. If there is moisture accumulated there, the plaster is too wet to take a good paint finish.

I. Lightly sand all new plaster surfaces in preparation for final finish.

J. Prime paint the repaired surface.

K. As part of Painting in Section 09 03 95, replicate the paint colors to match the samples taken earlier. A photo-spectrometer may be used, but the result must be a perfect match in both color and sheen when dry and viewed from the floor by the architect.

L. Explore the condition in the plenum above the repair. Vacuum clean the plenum above the work area and the apply consolidation product to an area with a perimeter of five feet beyond the area of repairs in all directions.

M. Environmental Requirements, General: Comply with requirements of references standards and with recommendations of plaster manufacturer for conditions before, during, and after installation.





N. Ventilation: Ventilate spaces to remove water in excess of that required for hydration of plaster. Begin ventilation immediately after plaster is applied and continue until it sets. Comply with ventilation requirements of ASTM C 842.

O. Protect contiguous work from soiling, spattering, moisture deterioration and other

effects of plastering. 3.06 CONSOLIDATION OF PLASTER LOSENGES ON EXPANDED METAL LATH

A. To a well vacuum cleaned surface (to top sides of plaster ceilings within accessible plenums) apply HPCP Consolidation or approved products as follows:

1. S-20, S50, and R100 wet on wet according to the following recommended coverage rate:

a. Co S-20: 1.6 Litres per square metre (5.02 Ounces per square foot)

b. Co S-50: 1.1 Litres per square metre (3.46 Ounces per square foot)

c. Co R-100: 0.6 Litres per square metre (1.88 Ounces per square foot)

3.07 INSTALLATION OF PLASTER PANEL REATTACHMENT MATERIALS

A. Use caution not to damage or dislodge panels as the current support systems have been deemed compromised. The existing fibrous plaster supports shall remain in place and be protected. Shore panels without causing damage to the artistic finishes.

B. Alternatively, demonstrate an application process of other suspension products to accomplish the same objective: to bond and contact the entire surface of the plaster panel and to penetrate the plaster to a depth of 1/8” minimum on un-fractured surfaces and to the full depth of the plaster at points of fracture. Provide a base to which a reinforced suspension system can be anchored.

C. Remove loose debris from the top surface of plaster ceiling panels by vacuum and hand only – no other tools will be permitted. Clean the surface of the fibrous plaster panel above the ceiling with a heavy duty vacuum cleaner whisking soil from the surface with a stiff bristle whisk. Clean the upstanding wads of plaster that connect the panel to the building’s metal structure.

D. Apply deep penetrating plaster consolidation products at the coverage rates recommended by the manufacturer to the entire surface of the plaster panel and all of the upstands that connect the panel to the building’s metal structure.





E. Alternatively, demonstrate an application process of other suspension products to accomplish the same objective: to bond and contact the entire surface of the plaster panel and to penetrate the plaster to a depth of 1/8” minimum on un-fractured surfaces and to the full depth of the plaster at points of fracture; and to provide a base to which a reinforced suspension system can be anchored.

F. Apply a reinforced gel of acrylic resin to the panel and the upstands that connect the panel to the building’s structure so that the entire panel surface and all sides of the upstands are coated with the material.

G. 72 Hours after the application of the final reattachment material and after double checking that the material is fully dried and cured, apply an approved fire-retardant paint to the freshly coated surfaces following manufacturer’s specifications. Refer to Section 09 03 95 for paint.

3.08 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Contractor is responsible for determining the most effective procedure for curing and time lapse between application of coats, based on climatic and job conditions. Plaster, which is excessively cracked or crazed due to improper timing and curing, will not be accepted. Plaster surfaces, which are, not straight, true, and plumb or not curved as shown on the drawings or are not true to profile and detail, will be rejected and must be replaced.

3.09 DETERIORATED EMBELLISHMENTS AND ORNAMENTATION

A. Inspect the element to determine extents of repair. All friable material shall be removed from the damaged piece. As much of the original surface finish (if gilding) is to be retained but damage must be fully removed and an area several inches larger than the damage area has to be stripped of paint or gilding.

B. Use a brushable silicone rubber casting resin to make mold of the new portion and part of the original portion of the element. See: List of Approved Plaster Conservation Products.

C. Pour a plaster "mother mold" over the silicone. Remove the plaster and silicone from the element. Remove the residual mold release from the original element. Invert the rubber mold in its mother mold and pour in Plaster of Paris to fill. De-mold after setting and inspect for flaws.





D. If perfect set up a cutting jig so that the new plaster element or the original plaster element can be inserted identically. Put the new plaster piece in the jig and establish a cutting line. Choose a line that will result on ample contact area for the new part to match up with the original element. Insert the original element into the cutting jig and cut on the same cutting line as used for the new piece. Fit the new piece with the original element correcting for surface variations.

E. Prime the meeting surfaces with and set stainless steel dowels to connect the two parts together. Use an approved adhesive. Prime the surface of the plaster with approved primer and restore the surface finish as specified (painting).

3.10 CLEAN-UP AND PROTECTION

A. Provide access to Owner or their Agent for inspection of the final product, prior to dismantling access equipment.

B. Prior to acceptance of the work covered in this section, the Contractor shall perform a

thorough clean-up of the work site, building surfaces, etc. Any items damaged shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of and at no additional cost to the Owner.

C. Remove stain from surfaces not indicated to receive it. Consult with manufacturer

representative.

D. Provide final protection and maintain conditions, in a manner suitable to Installer. Which ensures plaster work being without damage or deterioration at time of substantial completion.

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A. Section 01 21 00 – Allowances B. Section 01 22 00 – Unit Prices C. Section 09 03 20 – Historic Treatment of Plaster

1.03 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Restoration and replication of the original 1920’s general and decorative painting of existing public spaces in the Hartford JD Courthouse.

B. Work of the project involves restoration and replication of historically significant decorative finishes in an historically significant building. All surfaces to be restored shall be treated respectfully. Existing conditions are to be respected completely and carefully treated, and no material or building element shall be removed or disfigured unless specifically indicated, or directed by the Owner.

C. Only specified areas to be treated are to be included in the scope of work. No existing finishes, elements, or plaster are to be removed or overpainted unless specifically indicated in specifications and drawings or approved by the Owner.

D. Cleaning of existing original paint to be matched must be performed as a conservation measure and to provide color samples for matches.

E. The extent of the replication of general and decorative paintwork is described in the drawings. The work is to be carried out in, but not limited to, the following spaces:

1. Main Lobby. 2. Courtroom 200. 3. Stair #1. 4. Stair #7.

F. The scope of work includes but is not limited to:





1. Testing of existing paints to identify color and composition toward matching. Select two (2) samples of each color encountered requiring restoration, but not less than twenty-four (24) samples and examine in a qualified laboratory under microscope for determining the stratigraphy of color and establish a color match to the Munsell Color Standard.

2. Surface preparation and aesthetic reintegration of minor plaster repairs to ensure continuity with all contiguous ceilings, soffits, and other adjacent plaster surfaces that are to remain and be protected.

3. General priming and artistic painting of specified plaster ceilings, trim and decorative elements.

4. Replication of metallic finishes.

5. Replication of glazed surfaces as specified

1.04 DIMENSIONS AND QUANTITIES

All dimensions and quantities shall be determined or verified by the Contractor. The Contract Drawings have been compiled from various sources and may not reflect the actual condition at the moment of construction. The Contractor is cautioned to take all precautions and make all investigations necessary to install the proposed work. The Owner will not consider unfamiliarity with the job conditions as a basis for additional compensation.

1.05 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals shall be made in accordance with the Division 01 and this Section. Submit manufacturer’s instructions, technical data sheets, mixing instructions, application requirements, special procedures and MSDS for all products included in Part II of this specification section.

B. Submit samples for verification purposes, fabrication techniques and workmanship.

C. The Contractor shall submit the following items with their submittal package.

1. The Contractor shall submit specific product data and material safety data sheets on all proprietary and non-proprietary materials employed.

2. Test reports: submit paint sampling test reports. 3. Samples:

a) The Contractor shall carry out a sample area for each type of decorative technique employed on the project at an appropriate site prior to beginning treatment.





b) The Contractor will furnish 8"x 10" draw downs on a white, heavy card-stock of all colors to match the original colors specified. Gold Leaf samples and glaze samples shall be prepared to match the historic original.

1.06 TEST AREAS

A. Mock-Ups: Prior to application of the work, fabricate and erect mock ups for each type of finish and application to verify selections made under sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects as well as qualities of materials and execution. Build mock ups to comply with the following requirements using materials indicated for final unit of work. Locate mock ups as directed by the Architect. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship to be expected in the completed work. Obtain the Architect’s acceptance of mock ups before start of final unit of work.

1. Retain and maintain mock ups during construction in undisturbed condition as a standard for judging completed unit of work.

B. Before full scale work is commenced, execute the following work for trial work areas to be

reviewed by the Owner and Architect as to acceptability of color, texture, and appearance. Test areas shall be performed at each location and be subject to approval.

1. 2 square feet painting of primer and finish coats

C. Prepare, install, and cure all materials in accordance with these specifications and the manufacturer’s instructions.

D. Trial areas shall be repeated until acceptable results are obtained. The accepted work

shall be left in place and act as a standard for all subsequent work. 1.07 UNIT PRICES


B. Unit Price No. 1: For paint replacement associated with Removal and Replacement of Finish Coat the Base Bid shall include all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of full depth stucco repair is indicated on the drawings. The base bid shall include an additional 20 square feet of paint replacement associated with Removal and Replacement of Finish Coat. See Section 09 03 20 for Plaster Restoration to be included with this Unit Price.





C. Unit Price No. 3: For paint replacement associated with Repair of Egg and Dart Molding the Base Bid shall include all labor, access, materials, and accessories required for the proper installation. The current quantity of Egg and Dart Molding replacement is indicated on the drawings. The base bid shall include an additional 5 square feet of paint replacement associated with Repair of Egg and Dart Molding. See Section 09 03 20 for Plaster Restoration to be included with this Unit Price.

1.08 CLEAN-UP

A. Site clean-up shall be complete and performed daily to the satisfaction of the Owner.

B. All trash and debris shall be completely removed from the site daily during the work and at the completion of the work. All debris shall be legally disposed of off-site.

1.09 GUARANTEES

A. Upon completion of the work and prior to final payment, the Contractor shall submit a guarantee of his work as free from defect in materials and workmanship. The guarantee shall be for a period of two (2) years. The guarantee shall be signed by an officer of the Contractor’s firm and sealed if a corporation.

B. The warranty shall cover the discoloration or fading, excessive non-uniformity, pitting, cracking, peeling, or crazing of finish or corrosion.


A. Contractor Qualifications: The restoration and replication of historic finishes shall be carried out by a firm having not less than ten (10) years successful experience. Provide Interior Painting and Decorative Painting Qualifications with bid. Contractors not submitting the required information or failing to meet the minimum requirements will be disqualified and will not be allowed to perform the work in this Section.

B. The contractor shall submit with bid all the following information demonstrating Contractor's qualifications and experience with the bid for approval by the Owner. Contractors not submitting the required information or failing to meet the minimum requirements will be disqualified and will not be allowed to perform the work in this Section.





1 Provide written description of a minimum of three (3) projects completed within the last five years which the contractor has performed the historic finishes. Projects must have been performed on properties 50 years old or older. Provide name, address of the project; name and telephone number of the Owner and Architect, state work that was performed, and a description of the materials and methods used to perform the work for each project.

2. Submit Resume for each person(s) who will be supervising and performing the work of this section demonstrating a minimum of (5) years’ experience working in their trade, list projects describing the work performed. Only individuals whose resumes have been submitted, reviewed, and accepted will be allowed to perform the work of this section.

1.11 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND PROTECTION

A. Delivery of all materials to the job site shall be in the manufacturer's original, unopened packages and containers bearing the manufacturer's name and label.

B. Materials not in use shall be stored in tightly covered containers in a well-ventilated area at a minimum ambient temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius). Containers used in storage will be maintained in a clean condition, free of foreign materials and residue.

C. Protect all paint materials from freezing. Keep storage area neat and orderly. Remove oily rags and waste daily. Take necessary measures to ensure that workers and work areas are protected from fire and health hazards resulting from handling, mixing, and application.

1.12 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Apply paints, glazes, and size for metallic leaf only when the temperature of surfaces to be finished and surrounding air temperatures are between 60 degrees Fahrenheit and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

B. Do not apply paint when snow, rain, fog, or mist causes the relative humidity to exceed 85 percent, at a temperature less than 5 degrees Fahrenheit above the dew point, or to damp or wet surfaces.

1.13 PROTECTION AND MASKING

A. Particular care must be taken in the protection of all historic materials adjacent to work areas.





B. Areas retaining their original finishes shall be protected from damage and overpaint at all costs. Most notably, these surfaces include the original metal grilles and light fixtures.

C. Masking, taping, and taking great care when applying finish materials to areas adjacent to original finishes is the responsibility of the Painting Contractor.

D. It is essential that workers safeguard the building's lighting fixtures, floors, natural woodwork, and equipment and materials associated with daily operations of the facility.

E. The work of other trades shall be protected against any over painting, marring, masking residue, or any other damage.

F. All building elements and equipment not to be painted shall be masked off or tarped prior to paint application to ensure that damage does not occur.

G. If accessibility to surfaces is restricted, it is the Paint Foreman's responsibility to request the Owners Representative to have obstructing materials moved.

H. All trades shall be responsible for making good any damage for which they are responsible. Correct damage by cleaning, repairing, or replacing, and repainting, as acceptable to the Owner's Representative. If repair or replacement requires executionably another trade, then the firm responsible for the damage will have the cost for such damage deducted from their contract or will be billed for the work.

PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 GENERAL

A. All materials used on the work shall be exactly as hereinafter specified in brand and quality. No claim by the painting contractor as to the unsuitability or availability of any material specified, or his unwillingness to use same, will be allowable unless such changes are made in writing.

B. Provide samples to match colors affected by plaster restoration activities. 2.02 PAINTS

A. General paint materials:

1. Primer-alkyd/oil: a. Benjamin Moore & Company.





b. Sherwin Williams & Company. c. Pratt & Lambert, Inc. d. Devoe & Reynolds Company.

2. Finish alkyd/oil and or acrylic paint: a . Benjamin Moore & Company. b . Sherwin Williams & Company. c . Pratt & Lambert, Inc. d . Devoe & Reynolds Company.

B. Decorative Paint Materials:

1. Windsor & Newton Alkyd Oil Colors. 2. Commercial alkyd and acrylic oil paints. Acceptable manufacturers include:

a . Benjamin Moore & Company. b . Sherwin Williams & Company. c . Pratt & Lambert, Inc. d . Devoe & Reynolds Company.

C. Metallic Materials:

1. 23 Karat gold leaf XX thickness. 2. Le Franc oil size.

D. Glaze Medium:

1. Windsor & Newton Liquin. 2. Pratt & Lambert, Inc. 3. Benjamin Moore & Company. 4. McCloskey. 5. Other (must be approved by Owner).

E. Glaze Pigments (non-iridescent and permanent pigments only):

1 . Chromatic Japan Paints. 2 . One Shot lettering enamels. 3 . Sheffield. 4 . Approved high quality lettering enamels or artist oil colors.





F. Decorative Paint Mediums:

1 . Artists grade turpentine. 2 . Weber's turpenoid. 3 . Artist's grade stand oil. 4 . Artist's grade damar varnish.

G. Decorative Paint Drier:

1. Permanent Pigment's Cobalt Drier for use with Artist's Oils.

H. Formulations of Mediums:

1. All paint, size, and glaze formulations must be submitted for approval prior to application.

I. Protective Varnish:

1. Liquitex — Soluvar Matte Varnish. 2. Goldens — Matte Acrylic Varnish.

J. Fire retardant paint (on plaster lozenge panel reattachment system)

1. Convoy Engineering, SafeCoat® Latex Intumescent Paint 2. Shield Industries, Force Field® FireGuard E-84

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 EXAMINATION

A. The Contractor shall examine substrates and conditions under which painting will be performed for compliance with requirements for application of paints as outlined above. Plaster surfaces shall be tested by the Painting Contractor for moisture content prior to approving them for painting. Do not begin paint application until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

1. All areas of inconsistently textured plaster shall be properly prepared prior to painting.

2. All peeling, chipped, alligatoring, or otherwise uneven paint shall be scraped, patched, and/or sanded prior to paint application.





3. All pinholes, cracks, and small areas of loss (3"x 3" or less) shall be filled and properly prepared prior to application of paint.

4. Start of painting will be understood as the Applicator's acceptance of conditions for that given surface.

3.02 WORKMANSHIP

A. Workmanship shall be the very best and all materials shall be applied under adequate illumination (to be provided by the Painting Contractor), evenly spread, and flowed on without sags or runs, flash marks, or fat edges. Use only skilled and approved mechanics.

B. All coats must be dry before applying succeeding coats.

C. The opacity and texture of each technique must match the specified color samples.

D. Finish work shall be uniform of approved color, smooth and free from sags, runs, and defective brushing and clogging. Where edges of paint adjoining other materials, colors shall be sharp and clean without overlapping.

E. Stenciling: No airbrushing will be allowed. Fine roller application is acceptable if patterns are produced with clean and crisp edges.

F. Striping: Lines shall be striped with a straight-edge and lining brush. No use of masking tape or general painting brushes will be allowed for this procedure.

G. Gilding: Tinted slow size will be used for the application of all metallic leafs.

3.03 DEFINITION OF TERMS

Clean Original Surface: Areas retaining original finishes (as specified in the drawings) adjoining areas to be painted shall be cleaned prior to painting to ensure that dirt and grime are not spread into new paint. Cleaning shall be carried out utilizing soft cloths and water.

Paint Field: The full surface preparation and repainting of expanses of painted surface. To be carried out by the selected Painting Firm except where otherwise clearly specified on the drawings or by the Owner's Representative or the Finishes Consultant.

Replicate Decorative Painting: The surface preparation, layout, tinting paint to match the specified Munsell colors, cutting stencils from the drawings, submittal of required samples, approval, and execution concerning the reinstatement of original, documented decorative designs or finishes.





Replicate Metallic Finishes: Many of the surfaces were originally covered with different kinds of metal leaf Some of these metallic finishes have been overpainted over time and must be replicated. In all cases this replication shall be executed utilizing the original types of metallic materials, which is gold leaf.

3.04 GENERAL PAINTING

A. Work includes:

1. Remove all loose, flaking or poorly bonded paint.

2. Wash all surfaces with a biodegradable detergent and rinse prior to applying primer.

3. Sand all rough or uneven paint edges prior to applying primer. Fill all gouges or scratches that will be inconsistent with a properly finished product. Filler should be compatible with surface being filled and alkyd/oil primer.

4. Prime all surfaces with high quality alkyd/oil primer. Where necessary to seal surface from watermarks, prime with stain kill primer.

5. Apply two coats of finish paint to all surfaces. Apply paint type to surfaces as specified below:

Surface Primer Finish Coats Plaster Ceiling/Walls Alkyd/oil Acrylic Eggshell Woodwork Sealer Varnish

B. Apply 23K gold leaf and acrylic metallic matching the specified metallic finish in an even manner with complete opacity and clean level edges.

C. Apply gold leaf with twelve-hour to twenty-four-hour gold size.

D. Apply all pinstripes using a straight-edge and striping brush. Uneven stripes will require repainting until they are approved.

E. Glazing will be executed in an even manner, without visible overlaps. All glazes will be stippled and wiped to provide a soft and consistent patinated appearance.

3.05 DECORATIVE PAINT

A. Work includes:

1 . Stenciling

2 . Gilding

3 . Glazing





B. Apply base paint over areas prepared by Plaster Contractor and/or over old original surfaces, and as specified.

C. Perform preparations and cleaning procedures in strict accordance with coating manufacturer's instructions for each substrate condition. This includes, but is not limited to, cleaning surfaces and sanding between coats.

3.06 SCHEDULE OF COLORS

A. The colors shall be scientifically researched to match original decorative colors. Establish an identification system to designate a highly specific color in the Munsell Color Notation System, an internationally recognized color identification standard.

B. Colors mixed for application to plaster surfaces on this project must exactly match the cleaned original paint after the paint is thoroughly dry. Samples shall be prepared on appropriate surfaces, sufficiently in advance, for the Owner's and Engineer’s review.

3.07 CLEAN-UP

A. Prior to acceptance of the work covered in this section, the Contractor shall perform a thorough clean-up of the work site, building surfaces, etc. Any items damaged shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of and at no additional cost to the Owner.

B. Remove inadvertently placed materials from surfaces not indicated to receive finishes.

Consult with manufacturer representative.

END OF SECTION

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