AB240018-RFP-Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs

Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs TCNJ Advertised Bid # AB240018 COVER SHEET INVITATION TO BID CONSTRUCTION BID PROPOSAL FORM GENERAL WORK DESCRIPTION DRAWINGS MANDATORY DOCUMENTS CONTRACT GENERAL CONDITIONS April 11, 2024 Please place the following advertisement in the Legal Section of Classified Advertising. Please ensure that the invoice for this advertisement is prepared and an affidavit forwarded to The College of New Jersey, Office of Finance and Business Services, Administrative Services Building, Room 201, P.O. Box 7718, Ewing, NJ 08628- 0718. To be published on April 11, 2024 in the Trentonian. Contact person regarding placement of ad is Lauren Manning (609) 771-2894. THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BID #AB240018 Under the provisions of the State College Contracts Law, Chapter 64 of Title 18-A, The College of New Jersey will receive sealed bids for the Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs until 2:00 P.M. on the 1st day of May, 2024 at The College’s Office of Finance and

Business Services, Administrative Services Building, Second Floor, Room 201, Route 31 (Pennington Road), Ewing Township, New Jersey. At 2:00 P.M. all bids will be publicly opened and read in Room 203 of the Administrative Services Building. The project will be bid as a Single Lump Sum. No bidder may submit more than one bid. Bid Documents may be obtained on/after April 11, 2024 via our website (https://bids.tcnj.edu/home/construction-projects/). Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975 c. 127 (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 - Affirmative Action); the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25 et seq.; N.J.S.A. 52:25- 24.2, “Statement of Ownership Disclosure”; the Public Works Contractor Registration Act (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq.); the New Jersey Business Registration of Public Contractors provisions (N.J.S.A. 52:32-44) and all amendments thereto. The College will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder who satisfies the qualification criteria as set forth in the contract documents. The College of New Jersey reserves the right to reject all bids or to waive any minor informalities in the bidding in accordance with law. No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of The College of New Jersey. Bid # AB240018 For: Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs Event Date Time Pre-bid Conference and Site Visit at The College of New Jersey’s Administrative Services Building, Room 203 N/A N/A Question Cut Off Date (Refer to Bid Section # 2 for more information.) 04/17/2024 4:00 PM Addendum Date (Refer to Bid Section # 2 for more information.) 04/19/2024 9:00 AM Bid Submission Due Date (Refer to Bid Section # 3 for more information.) 05/01/2024 2:00 PM Dates are subject to change. All times contained in the Bid refer to Eastern Time. All changes will be reflected in Addendum to the Bid posted on the College’s website. Bid Issued By: The College of New Jersey Office of Finance & Business Services Purchasing Department Administrative Services Building, Room 201 2000 Pennington Road Ewing, NJ 08628 Phone: (609) 771-2894 https://bids.tcnj.edu/home/construction-projects/ Assigned Purchasing Contact: Lauren Manning E-mail: manningl@tcnj.edu Date Issued: 4/11/2024 Fiscal Year: 2024 https://bids.tcnj.edu/home/construction-projects/ mailto:manningl@tcnj.edu Required Procurement Documents & Bidder’s Checklist This bid proposal MUST be received by The College of New Jersey, Purchasing Department before or at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at which time responses will be publicly opened and read. Any proposal arriving at the Purchasing Department after the submission due date and time will not be accepted. The following Bidder’s Checklist is provided as an aid to the bidder. It does not in any way relieve the bidder of its responsibility to ensure that its bid proposal is complete. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure documents are submitted and that all requirements of the bid solicitation have been met. Procurement Documentation & Bidder’s Checklist FORMS, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS THAT MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE BIDDER AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION. FAILURE TO INCLUDE THE BELOW REQUESTED DOCUMENTATION MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF BIDDER’S SUBMISSION. Required Vendor’s Initials next to each item submitted with proposal X Bidder Information X General Agreement including Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addendum (if any issued) X Cost Sheet X Subcontractor Information Page X Small Business, Minority and/or Female-owned Business Reporting X Acknowledgement of Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Language for Construction Contracts (NJAC 17:27-1.1 et seq. - P.L. 1975 C.127) X Completed Statement of Ownership Disclosure (N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2) X Completed Non-Collusion Affidavit X Completed Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran (N.J.S.A. 52:32-58) X Completed Vendor Qualification Sheet Enclosed Certified Check or Bid Bond for ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid X Copy of Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate for the bidder and disclosed subcontractors (the certificate must be valid at the time of bid.) Copy of License and any other licenses, certifications, and qualifications (the license must be valid at the time of bid.) Copy of DPMC Notice of Classification and Total Amount of Uncompleted Contracts Copy of latest Experience Modification Rating (EMR Safety Rating). The College requires an average rating over the last 5 years of 1.25 or less. FORMS, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS THAT MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE BIDDER PRIOR TO AWARD. X Proof of Affirmative Action Compliance (Initial Project Workforce Report, AA-201) X New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (N.J.S.A. 52:32-44) X Taxpayer Identification Request (W-9 Form) X Certificate of Insurance https://sites.rowan.edu/procurement/files_forms/forms_bids/disclosure-of-investment-activities-in-iran.pdf http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/revenue/busregcert.shtml https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf 3 THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY Construction Bid Proposal Form Office of Finance & Business Services Bid Number: AB240018 Administrative Services Building, Rm. 201 Bid Due Date: May 1, 2024 2000 Pennington Road Ewing, New Jersey 08628-0718 Project Name: Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs BIDDER INFORMATION Firm Name: Telephone Number: Contact Person: Fax Number: Address: Email Address: Federal I.D. Number: SOLICITATION OF CONSTRUCTION BIDS 1. BID PROPOSALS ARE SOLICITED AS FOLLOWS: A. Single Bid (Lump Sum) which combines all trades. 1. The total number and types of trades are set forth in the Specifications. 2. Bidder enters the Bid Price on the line provided on the Cost Sheet. 3. Pursuant to the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:64-76.1., bidder lists the names of the subcontractors on the Subcontractor Information page. 2. THE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES: A. Repair of steam manhole 4 and 5. B. See Specifications and Drawings for Details (included in Bid package). C. The College may issue Addenda or Clarifications which may include additions to or deletions from the scope of work; changes to the Specifications, Drawings, and proposal form; and clarifications of requirements. Bidder is advised to review all Addenda and/or clarifications carefully, and shall note the receipt of same with their bid package. 4 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 1. PRICES A. Bidder submits prices for the Base Bid and any Alternate Proposals and Unit Prices which are listed for the contract of the bid. If there is no cost associated with the Alternate or Unit Price, bidder is required to enter “0.00” or “no change”. 1. Prevailing wage rates apply (Mercer County). 2. Bid is to remain good for sixty (60) days after the Bid Due Date. 2. QUESTIONS A. Direct inquiries and correspondence relating to this proposal form and questions regarding the technical specifications and requests for clarification must be submitted in writing via email to manningl@tcnj.edu and must be received prior to 4 PM on April 17, 2024. B. Should any questions be received, a notice will be placed in the newspaper and the addendum or clarification will be available on April 19 2024 on the College’s website at https://bids.tcnj.edu/. If an addendum and/or clarification is posted, it SHOULD be noted in the General Agreement section of the bidder’s proposal. Failure to do so may subject Bidder to disqualification. 3. HOW TO SUBMIT THE COMPLETED CONSTRUCTION BID PROPOSAL FORM A. Bidder places all pages of the completed form and the requisite additional documents in an envelope, seals the envelope, and labels it with his/her firm name, address, and “Sealed Bid Enclosed for (Bid Number and Project Name)”. B. Bidder mails or deliver by hand the sealed bid, no later than 2:00 p.m., May 1, 2024, to The College of New Jersey, Attention: Lauren Manning for (specify the Bid Number), Office of Finance & Business Services, Room 201, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, New Jersey 08628-0718. At 2:00 p.m., all bids will be publicly opened and read in Room 203 of the Administrative Services Building. C. Contractors are advised that the U.S. Postal Service and all express mail companies deliver to The College’s Mail Room or Receiving Department, not directly to the Office of Budget & Finance. The College is not responsible for lost or misdirected bids. 4. BOND REQUIREMENTS AND SURETY STANDARDS - NOT APPLICABLE A. Bidder must submit with its bid a Certified Check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid, or a Bid Bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid. B. The successful bidder must submit a Performance and Payment Bond equal to 100% of the contract. A completed Surety Disclosure Statement and Certification must accompany the Performance and Payment Bond. 1. The Performance and Payment Bond form and a sample Surety Disclosure Statement and Certification form are included at the end of this Construction Bid Proposal Form. C. All bid deposits shall be returned within three (3) days, Sunday and holidays excepted, after the awarding of the contract and the approval of the successful bidder’s performance bond, if any, the bid guaranty of the remaining bidders shall be returned to them. D. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into said contract after acceptance of bid by the College, then the check or security deposited by that bidder shall, at the option of the College, be retained as liquidated damages, or if Bid Bond has been supplied, principal and surety shall be liable to the amount of the Bid Bond. E. Attorneys-in-fact who sign bid bonds or contract bonds must file with each bond a certified copy of their Power of Attorney to sign said bonds. F. Contractor shall provide a Maintenance Bond at job completion for a period of one year for 100% of the final contract price. 5. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS mailto:manningl@tcnj.edu https://bids.tcnj.edu/ 5 A. The bidder or, as applicable, its subcontractors shall at the time of bid have those required licenses, certifications, registrations, qualifications and the like (“LCRQ”) listed below and shall present satisfactory evidence thereof upon request of the College prior to the notice of intent to award. NOT REQUIRED B. The selected bidder/contractor or, as applicable, its subcontractors shall have and shall present satisfactory evidence of all other required LCRQ noted in the Specifications after execution of contract during the submittal process and prior to the start of the applicable work, unless otherwise requested by the College or a date or event specified for that LCRQ in the Specifications. 6. SUBCONTRACTORS A. Pursuant to New Jersey State Law (N.J.S.A. 18A-76.1), a Single Bid (Lump Sum) bidder discloses its subcontractors to whom the bidder intends to subcontract the work. The Subcontractor Information sheet is provided for this purpose. 7. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE A. The bidder is required to submit proof of liability insurance in accordance with The College’s contract. 8. ACCEPTANCE/REJECTION OF BIDS A. THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY, pursuant to State College Contract Law, Contracts shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder whose bid, conforming to the invitation for bids, will be the most advantageous to the State college. B. The bid is irrevocable by the bidder or the bidder's representatives. The bid, and any award made to the bidder by the College, shall bind the bidder and the bidder's heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns. C. Award of contract shall be made to the lowest responsible bidder, whose bid, conforming to the invitation for bids, is the most advantageous to the College. D. The award of the contract or the rejection of the bids shall be made within sixty (60) days of the date of receiving bids, unless written extensions are requested by the College and accepted by the bidder(s). All bid securities shall be returned immediately if all bids are rejected. The successful bidder(s) to whom the award is to be made will be notified by receipt of a written "Intent to Award" from the College. E. When award of contract is made in one fiscal year with effective date in the next fiscal year, award shall be contingent upon the availability and appropriation of sufficient funds for that purpose for the year in which said contract takes effect. When a contract shall be awarded for a period in excess of one year, said contract shall be contingent upon the annual availability and appropriation of sufficient funds for that purpose for each year of the contract term. 9. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS A. A written request for the withdrawal of a bid, or any part thereof, will be granted if the request is received by the College prior to the specified time of the bid opening. B. Should the bidder refuse to perform the work for the price provided, they will forfeit their bid security and will be held liable for the difference between their low bid and the next highest/responsive bidder. 10. BID COMPLIANCE A. Any bid not prepared and submitted in accordance with the provisions described herein may be rejected by the College. Any bid received after the time and date specified will not be considered. No bidder shall withdraw a bid within sixty (60) days after the date of the bid opening. Contracts shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder whose bid, conforming to the invitation for bids, will be the most advantageous to the State college B. Any bidder who has defaulted on any contract with the College or any other State Agency may be considered as not responsible and their bid may be rejected. THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY reserves the right to exercise this option, as the College deems proper and/or necessary in accordance with applicable law. 6 C. Bids shall include all costs of any nature necessary to complete the project in the manner and within the time required by the contract. D. The College reserves the right to require bidders to provide a schedule of values of their lump sum bid price upon request. E. The College is exempt from all taxes including Federal Excise Tax, Transportation Taxes, State Excise, Sales Tax and local taxes. Rentals of equipment for 28 days or less is not exempt from any tax under the State sales tax act. F. Before submitting a bid, the bidder shall be familiar with the Drawings, Specifications, and other Documents that will form part of the contract and shall have visited the site of the project to confirm for themselves the character and amount of work involved. G. No bidder shall be allowed to offer more than one price on each item even though he/she may feel that he/she has two or more types or styles that will meet specifications. Bidders must determine for themselves which to offer. This may be cause for automatic rejection of bid. H. It is understood and agreed that all prices quoted are firm and not subject to any increase during the life of the contract. I. Should any difference arise between the contracting parties as to the meaning or intent of these instructions or specifications, the College's decision shall be final and conclusive. J. Should the bidder discover discrepancies in this Request for Bids, the matter shall be at once brought to the attention of the College, and the discrepancies corrected by written agreement before submission of bid. The correction will be issued by addendum. 11. OSHA COMPLIANCE: A. The Contractor shall guarantee that all materials, supplies and equipment to be provided under his contract shall meet all applicable requirements, Specifications and standards of the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970 as amended to date of acceptance by the College, and shall also apply to Contractors Construction procedures. 12. EXAMINATION OF SITE, DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS A. Each Bidder shall visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint themselves with the conditions as they exist so that they may fully understand the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending the execution of the work under this Contract. B. Bidders shall also thoroughly examine and be familiar with the Drawings and Specifications. The failure to receive or examine any form, instrument or document, or to visit the site and acquaint himself with conditions there existing shall in no way relieve any bidder from obligation with respect to his bid. By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees and warrants that he has examined the site, the Drawings and Specifications and, that the Specifications and Drawings are adequate and the required result can be produced under the Drawings and Specifications. No claim for any extra will be allowed because of alleged impossibilities in the productions of the results specified or because of unintentional errors or conflicts in the Drawings and Specifications. No change orders will be issued for items, materials or issues that existed on or with respect to the site prior to bidding. 13. DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS A. The project shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of the Drawings and Specifications, subject to modification as provided in General Conditions. The Drawings and Specifications are intended to complement and supplement each other. B. Any work required by either of them and not by the other shall be performed as if denoted in both. Should any work be required which is not also denoted in the Specifications or on the Drawings because of an obvious omission, but which is, nevertheless, necessary for the proper performance of the project, such work shall be performed as fully as if it were described and delineated. 14. FORM OF AGREEMENT A. Every successful bidder shall be required to sign the standard form contract, a copy of which is attached. Any proposed language or form changes which in any way modifies the contractor's 7 responsibilities as set forth in the Contract Documents will not be acceptable and will be deemed to constitute a bid exception. 15. MULTIPLE BIDS NOT ALLOWED: A. No bidder is allowed to submit more than one bid from an individual, firm, partnership, corporation or association under the same or different name. This will be cause for automatic rejection of each bid. 16. SUBSTITUTIONS: A. The bidder may include in their bid substitute materials or equipment or methods in lieu of those specified in the contract documents, but they do so at their own risk. Any substitution must be equivalent in type, function and quality to the item required in the contract. The successful bidder must submit all information required within 20 days of contract award to determine if the proposed substitute is equal to the contract requirements, and any substitution must be approved by the architect and the College. B. The College shall have complete discretion to decide whether it will accept any substitution. No substitution shall result in any increase in the contract price or times. The successful bidder in its application for the substitution must certify in writing that the substitution is equal to what is specified in the contract documents in all material respects and will not increase the time or price of the contract work. C. Should the substitution be rejected, the contractor will then be required to provide the specified product, material or method at no additional cost to the College and no change in the project schedule. 17. APPLICABLE LAWS: The following list of statutes and regulations, which may be applicable in whole or in part, is provided for the benefit of the Contractor and is not meant to be all-inclusive. In the event that other laws are applicable, it shall be the responsibility and obligation of the Contractor to ascertain and comply with them. A. SET ASIDE PROGRAM FOR SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (SBE): It is the policy of the State entities that small business enterprises (“SBE”) as determined and defined by the State of New Jersey, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (“Division”) in the Department of the Treasury (N.J.A.C.17:13-1.2) have the opportunity to compete for and participate in the performance of contracts and subcontract for construction and for the purchase of goods and services. The State further requires that its contractors/vendors agree to take all necessary and responsible steps, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:32-17 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:13-1 et seq. to ensure that SBE’s have these opportunities, as an aid in meeting the commitment of its SBE Programs. N.J.S.A. 52:32-17 et seq. and Executive Order 71 requires that each State department make a good faith effort to award a total of 25% of the dollar value of contracts for goods and services and construction to eligible small businesses. B. SET ASIDE PROGRAM FOR DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS (DVOB): In accordance with the New Jersey Set-Aside Act for Disabled Veterans’ Businesses, N.J.S.A. 52:32- 31.1 et seq. (P.L. 2015, c. 116), it is the policy of State entities that Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (“DVOBs”), as determined and defined by the State of New Jersey, Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services in N.J.A.C. 17:14-1.1 et seq., have the opportunity to compete for and participate in goods and services contracts and subcontracts for construction services. The Contractor shall agree to take all necessary and responsible steps, in accordance with the aforementioned regulations, to ensure that DVOBs have these opportunities. N.J.S.A. 52:32-31.1 et seq. (P.L. 2015, c. 116) requires that each State department make a good faith effort to award a total of 3% of the dollar value of contracts for goods and services and construction to eligible DVOBs. C. EXECUTIVE ORDER #34 – MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISES: On September 15, 2006, Governor Corzine signed Executive Order 34 establishing a Division of Minority and Women Business Development. The Division is charged with administering and monitoring policies, practices, and programs to ensure that minority and women business enterprises (MWBE) are afforded an equal opportunity to participate in New Jersey’s purchasing and procurement processes. 8 D. STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP DISCLOSURE: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2, in the event the Bidder is a corporation, partnership or limited liability company, the Bidder must disclose their ownership. Bidder completes and submits the form along with bid proposal. E. NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT: Bidder completes and submits the form along with bid proposal. F. PREVAILING WAGE (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25 et seq.) AND PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION ACTS (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq.): 1. The work described in this project is subject to the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25 et seq. and the Public Works Contractor Registration Act, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. 2. The Public Works Contractor Registration Act requires the bidder and any subcontractors listed in the bid to be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development at the time the bid is submitted. The contractor must submit registration certificates for all listed subcontractors prior to award of the contract. 3. The Contractor must comply with the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25 through 56.47. Workers employed by the Contractor or any subcontractor or sub- subcontractor in the performance of services directly on the project must be paid prevailing wages. Additionally, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.27(a), a bidder in competitive bidding for public work, whose bid is the lowest and is 10% or more lower than the next lowest bid, must certify (form to be provided by TCNJ if applicable) to TCNJ that the bidder shall pay prevailing wage rates as required by the Act. Also, as required by N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.27 and 56.28, the contract cannot become effective until the College obtains from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development a determination of the prevailing wage rates applicable to the project as of the contract award date and attaches a copy to the contract. As required by N.J.S.A. 34: 11-56.27, the Contractor or any subcontractor may be terminated if any covered worker is not paid prevailing wages on the project, and the Contractor and its surety shall be liable for any additional costs which result. 4. Please refer to https://lwdwebpt.dol.state.nj.us/archivewages/171135212-mercer-6-20-23.pdf for official wage rate determinations for Mercer County, NJ. G. NEW JERSEY EQUAL PAY ACT: 1. On April 24, 2018, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law New Jersey’s Diane B. Allen Equal Pay Act (P.L. 2018, c. 9) The law provides in pertinent part that as of July 1, 2018, any employer entering into a contract with the State of New Jersey or an instrumentality of the State for “qualifying services” or “public works” must provide to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development – upon commencement of the contract – wage and demographic data for all employees who are employed in connection with the contract (for public works) and for all employees (for qualifying services). This requirement DOES NOT apply to employers who are contracting with local governments (for example: municipalities and counties). The report must contain the gender, race, ethnicity, job category, compensation, and number of hours worked by each employee. 2. The extent of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s responsibilities under the Equal Pay Act is the collection of data regarding compensation, hours worked, job/occupational category, job title, gender, race, and ethnicity for State contactors and making that data available to the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), within the Department of Law and Public Safety, and upon request to certain individuals. Complaints of unlawful discrimination under the Equal Pay Act should be directed to the DCR, as should any questions regarding the filing of such a complaint. 3. The Department of Labor and Workforce Development has issued two forms, as required by the law, to be completed by employers. The forms should be used to report the employee’s wage and demographic data and can be found on the LWD website (http://www.nj.gov/labor/equalpayact). A completed copy of the forms is not required at time of bid; however, it will be required of the bidder who receives the notice to proceed from the College. Completed forms should be emailed to: equalpayact@dol.nj.gov H. N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq., AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: The bidder is required to complete and submit a copy of Initial Project Workforce Report (AA-201) to the College https://lwdwebpt.dol.state.nj.us/archivewages/171135212-mercer-6-20-23.pdf http://www.nj.gov/labor/equalpayact mailto:equalpayact@dol.nj.gov 9 and the Division of Public Contracts Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance verifying that the bidder is operating under a federally approved or sanctioned Affirmative Action program. The bidder also agrees to submit a copy of the Monthly Project Workforce Report once a month thereafter for the duration of this contract to The College and the Division. I. New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, N.J.S.A. 52:32-44: 1. Pursuant to - N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, The College of New Jersey (“Contracting Agency”) is prohibited from entering into a contract with an entity unless the bidder/proposer/contractor, and each subcontractor that is required by law to be named in a bid/proposal/contract has a valid Business Registration Certificate on file with the Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services within the Department of the Treasury. 2. Prior to contract award or authorization, the contractor shall provide the Contracting Agency with its proof of business registration and that of any named subcontractor(s). 3. Subcontractors named in a bid or other proposal shall provide proof of business registration to the bidder, who in turn, shall provide it to the Contracting Agency prior to the time a contract, purchase order, or other contracting document is awarded or authorized. 4. During the course of contract performance: (a) the contractor shall not enter into a contract with a subcontractor unless the subcontractor first provides the contractor with a valid proof of business registration. (b) the contractor shall maintain and submit to the Contracting Agency a list of subcontractors and their addresses that may be updated from time to time. (c) the contractor and any subcontractor providing goods or performing services under the contract, and each of their affiliates, shall collect and remit to the Director of the Division of Taxation in the Department of the Treasury, the use tax due pursuant to the Sales and Use Tax Act, (N.J.S.A. 54:32B-1 et seq.) on all sales of tangible personal property delivered into the State. Any questions in this regard can be directed to the Division of Taxation at (609)292-6400. Form NJ-REG can be filed online at http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/revenue/busregcert.shtml. 5. Before final payment is made under the contract, the contractor shall submit to the Contracting Agency a complete and accurate list of all subcontractors used and their addresses. 6. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:49-4.1, a business organization that fails to provide a copy of a business registration as required, or that provides false business registration information, shall be liable for a penalty of $25 for each day of violation, not to exceed $50,000, for each proof of business registration not properly provided under a contract with a contracting agency. J. RECORD RETENTION: Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 17:44-2.2, the vendor shall maintain all documentation related to products, transactions or services under this contract for a period of five years from the date of final payment. Such records shall be made available to the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller upon request. K. ENERGY STAR ENERGY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS: Under Executive Order #11 (Corzine), the College is required to select ENERGY STAR energy-efficient products when acquiring new energy-using products or replacing existing equipment. For products that do not have ENERGY STAR labels, vendors shall follow guidelines established by the New Jersey Clean Energy Program. L. The following list of statutes and regulations, which may be applicable in whole or in part, is provided for the benefit of the Contractor and is not meant to be all-inclusive. In the event that other laws are applicable, it shall be the responsibility and obligation of the Contractor to ascertain and comply with them. 1. Federal Statutes: Immigration Control and Reform Act (1986) – 8 U.S.C.A. Section 1324(a) et seq. Civil Rights Act of 1964 – 42 U.S.C.A. Section 1971 et seq. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/revenue/busregcert.shtml 10 GENERAL AGREEMENT 1. Having examined the plans and specifications with related documents and the site of the proposed work and being familiar with all of the conditions surrounding the construction of the proposed project including the availability of materials and labor, the undersigned hereby proposes to furnish all labor, materials, and supplies, and to construct the project in accordance with the Contract Documents, within the time set forth therein, and at the price stated. This price covers all expenses incurred in performing the work required under the Contract Documents, of which this proposal is a part. 2. Bidder acknowledges receipt of the following Addendums/Clarifications: Addendum Number _____ Date ________Addendum Number ____ Date____________ Addendum Number _____ Date ________Addendum Number ____ Date____________ Addendum Number _____ Date ________Addendum Number ____ Date____________ 3. Bidder acknowledges and affirms that he/she has personal knowledge of or has obtained and reviewed a copy of the valid prevailing wage rates at the time of the bid and for the duration of the contract for all trades involved in the project for the geographical location of the project as issued by the Commissioner of the Department of Labor & Workforce Development, Trenton, NJ 08625 (609) 292-2259 or visiting the Department of Labor website at (http//lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/wagehour/wagerate/wage_rates.html). 4. Bidder agrees that its price is good and the bid shall not be withdrawn for a period of 60 calendar days after the scheduled Bid Due Date and Time. 5. Bidder acknowledges work to commence on site not later than ten (10) calendar days after receipt of a Notice to Proceed. Respectfully submitted, (Seal if bid is by Corporation) _________________________________ (Signature of Principal) _________________________________ (Printed Name of Principal) _________________________________ (Title of Principal) 11 COST SHEET SINGLE BID (LUMP SUM): BASE BID, ALTERNATE PROPOSALS, AND UNIT PRICES To: The College of New Jersey for: Construction of Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs Date _____________ A. BID: 1.Base: We, ________________________________________________, the Undersigned, in accordance with the published advertisement inviting proposals, will furnish all labor, material, equipment and services necessary for the complete construction, as defined in the advertisement, specimen contract, specifications, addendums/clarifications/bulletins, drawings, and proposal, for the Con- tract amount indicated below for the above noted project in strict accordance with the Contract Documents and Addenda thereto for the total sum of: ______________________________________________ Dollars $_________________________ (words) General Construction (Single overall Prime Contract) 2. Add /Deduct Alternate: NONE 3. Check List for Bidders: A check list has been provided in these specifications for the use in completing this proposal. Bidders are encouraged to reference said list to minimize the opportunity for errors by the bidder. C. STATEMENT: We, the Undersigned, acting through its authorized officers and intending to be legally bound, agree that this bid proposal shall constitute an offer by the Undersigned to enter into a Contract with the acts and things therein provided and accept this offer at any time during said period by notifying the Undersigned of the acceptance of said offer. Dated ___________________________________________________ Firm Name ___________________________________________________ Phone Number ___________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ 12 **If a corporation, give the State of Incorporation, using the phrase: "A corporation organized under the laws of _____________________________." If a partnership, give names of the partners, using also the phrase: "Co-partners trading and doing business under the firm name and style of _______________________________________________________. If an individual using a trade name, give individual name, also using the phrase: "An individual doing business under the firm name and style of _________________________. Dated: ___________________________________________________ STATE OF ___________________________________________________ SS. COUNTY OF ___________________________________________________ being duly sworn say that the several matters stated in this proposal are in all respects true, and that no member of the State or employee of the College are interested in any way in this proposal. Sworn and subscribed before me ___________________________________________________ Bidder signs above line this __________ day of_______________ 20____ _________________________________ __________________________________________ Print Name and Title 13 SUBCONTRACTOR INFORMATION FOR SINGLE BID (LUMP SUM) Pursuant to the State Colleges Contract Law, N.J.S.A. 18A:64-76.1, all bids submitted shall set forth the names and license numbers of all subcontractors to whom the bidder intends to subcontract the plumbing and gas fitting work; the refrigeration, the heating and ventilating systems and equipment; the electrical work, including any electrical power plants; tele-data, fire alarm, or security systems; the structural steel and ornamental iron work (individually, the “Trade” or collectively, the “Trades”). For each Trade listed below for which the work will be completed by a • Subcontractor - you must list for each such subcontractor the name, license number (or in lieu thereof enclose a copy of the license with this form), address, and telephone number. • Self-performed – you must list the name of the bidder (next to “Name”) and license number. • Not required - if that Trade is not required per the scope of work of the project, indicate that by inserting “Not required” (next to “Name”). Failure to complete this form as required may result in your bid being disqualified. Plumbing and Gas Fitting Work Must complete information for License Holder (Self-performed or Subcontractor): Name: __________________________ License Number: __________________________ Address: __________________________ __________________________ Telephone: __________________________ Refrigeration, Heating and Ventilating Systems and Equipment Must complete information for License Holder (Self-performed or Subcontractor): Name: __________________________ License Number: __________________________ Address: __________________________ __________________________ Telephone: __________________________ 14 Electrical Work, including any Electrical Power Plants, Tele-data, Fire Alarm, or Security Systems Must complete information for License Holder (Self-performed or Subcontractor): Name: __________________________ License Number: __________________________ Address: __________________________ __________________________ Telephone: __________________________ Structural Steel Work and Ornamental Iron Work Must complete information if required (Self-Performed or Subcontractor): Name: __________________________ Address: __________________________ __________________________ Telephone: __________________________ __________________________________ Bidder Name By: __________________________________ Signature __________________________________ Printed Name of Signing Individual __________________________________ Date 15 DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION Under Executive Order 34, the College is responsible for soliciting demographic information from its vendors. The College is required to seek the following information from each firm under contract with the College: 1. Is more than fifty percent (50%) of your company minority owned? (circle one) YES NO (African-American, Hispanic, Asian, and/or Native American) 2. Is more than fifty percent (50%) of your company woman owned? (circle one) YES NO 3. What is the ethnicity of the owner of your company: (check applicable according to 51% ownership)  Asian American  Multiple Ethnicities  Non-Minority  Hispanic American  African American  Caucasian American Female  Native American  Unspecified The College is required to solicit the foregoing information. Your response, however, is strictly voluntary. Please be advised that any contracting decisions made by the College will not be influenced in any way by your decision to provide the above information. __________________________________ Bidder Name By: __________________________________ Signature __________________________________ Printed Name of Signing Individual __________________________________ Date 16 SMALL BUSINESS, MINORITY AND/OR WOMEN, VETERAN AND DISABLED VETERAN OWNED BUSINESS REPORTING 1. Contractor and sub-contractors are requested to check all of the following that apply to their company and, if applicable, submit a copy of their certificate(s): A. My company is certified by the NJ Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services as a: _____ Small Business Enterprise, SBE _____ Minority-owned Business Enterprise, MBE _____ Women-owned Business Enterprise, WBE _____ Veteran-owned Business, VOB _____ Disabled Veteran-owned Business, DVOB B. My company is not certified by either NJ Department, but is: _____ Small Business, SBE _____ Minority-owned Business, MBE _____ Women-owned Business, WBE _____ Veteran-owned Business, VOB _____ Disabled Veteran-owned Business, DVOB C. _____ My company is not certified as one of the categories listed above. __________________________________ Bidder Name By: __________________________________ Signature __________________________________ Printed Name of Signing Individual __________________________________ Date Steam Manhole 4 and 5 Repairs Date: April 11, 2024 Scope of Work: 1. In Manhole 4, replace 7 valve gaskets. New gaskets shall be from Flexitallic. Sizes as follows, Three – 2”, One – 4”, Two – 6”, and One – 8”. 2. In Manhole 4, replace one – 2” flange. 3. In Manhole 5, replace 8 valve gaskets. New gaskets shall be from Flexitallic. Sizes as follows, One – 1-1/2”, Two – 2”, One – 4”, Two – 6”, and Two – 8”. 4. In Manhole 5, replace 6” fiberglass line as indicated in Appendix D, Drawing M100. Schedule: 1. Questions are due by April 17, 2024. 2. Addendum to be issued on April 19, 2024. 3. A walk through/pre-bid will not be held as the 2 listed manholes have active steam leaks and the steam system cannot be turned off at this time. 4. This work will occur from May 20, 2024 to May 24, 2024. The district steam will be turned off on May 18, 2024 and will remain off for this work to occur. 5. Bids are due on May 1, 2024. Additional Items: 1. All work is to include labor and materials for a complete turn key project. Clean up to occur daily to maintain a safe clean working site at all times. 2. Prevailing wages apply. Certified payrolls to be provided at completion of project. Attachments: 1. Campus Map identifying steam manhole locations. 2. Appendix D. 1 Appendix D MH-5 Pumped Condensate Return Piping Repairs L A K E C E V A M E T Z G E R D R I V E S Y L V A L A K E VAN VAN C A R L T O N A V E BARNES & NOBLE FITNESS CENTER LOT 15 ALUMNI GROVE TS C P A R K FORUM PHYSICS & MATHEMATICS B IO LO G Y CHEMISTRY BUILDING QUIMBY'S PRAIRIE S TE M B U IL D IN G 17 18 LOT 14 2 1 11 10 E D U C A TI O N TOW NHOUSES SOUTH PHELPS HALL HAUSDOERFFER HALL NEW ART & IMM ARMSTRONG GAR. LOTS 1 & 2 LOT 12 D STREET LOT 15 LOT 6 LOT 4 LOT 3 VISITOR BROWER STUDENT CENTER NORSWORTHY CENTENNIAL P S TREET ST REE T 20 STREET 20 F STREET E S TREET S TR EE T J STREET L ST R EE T C STREET LOT 5 METZGER GARAGE LOT 7 JUNE FIELD HOCKEY & LACROSSE COMPLEX GITENSTEIN LIBRARY TRAVERS GREEN BUSINESS MUSIC SOCIAL SCIENCE KENDALL ANNEX BLISS ARMSTRONG TR E N TO N H A LL PACKER HALL NEW RESID ENCE T/W GARAGELOTS 10 & 11 R E C R E A TI O N C E N TE R DECKER GARAGE LOT 13 SPIRITUAL CENTER M AINTENANCE POWER HOUSE ELY- ALLEN- BREWSTER FORCINA ROSCOE WEST HALL FORCINA GARAGE LOTS 17 & 18 EICKHOFF HALL LOT 16 CROMWELL DECKER W OLFE TENNIS COMPLEX LIONS STADIUM TRACK & FIELD COMPLEX GEORGE ACKERMAN PARK GREEN LANE FIELDS DRAWING LIST SHEET NUMBER TITLE M001 COVER SHEET M002 MECHANICAL NOTES, SYMBOLS, AND ABBREVIATIONS M100 MANHOLE PIPING PLAN KEY PLAN Project Title: Drawing Title: RevisionDateNo. Date: Drawn: Checked: Job No: Scale: Drawing No: J: \2 02 3b \2 02 3- 00 95 -T C N J_ C am pu s_ S te am _R ep la ce m en t\1 0- D es ig n\ D ra w in gs \W or ki ng D oc um en ts \In te rm ed ia te S co pe D ra w in g S et \M H -5 \M 00 1. dw g 2 02 4- 04 -0 8 BURNS ENGINEERING, INC. | 215-979-7700 TWO COMMERCE SQUARE, 2001 MARKET ST, SUITE 600 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103 SHT: OF 0 8/7/2023 100% DESIGN GITENSTEIN LIBRARY GREEN 1 4/8/2024 ISSUED FOR BID TCNJ CAMPUS STEAM PROJECT - MANHOLE 5 CONDENSATE PIPING REPAIR COVER SHEET 4/8/2024 AS NOTED ALD KJM 2023-095 M-001 M 00 1. D W G 1 3 KEY PLAN Project Title: Drawing Title: RevisionDateNo. Date: Drawn: Checked: Job No: Scale: Drawing No: J: \2 02 3b \2 02 3- 00 95 -T C N J_ C am pu s_ S te am _R ep la ce m en t\1 0- D es ig n\ D ra w in gs \W or ki ng D oc um en ts \In te rm ed ia te S co pe D ra w in g S et \M H -5 \M 00 2. dw g 2 02 4- 04 -0 8 BURNS ENGINEERING, INC. | 215-979-7700 TWO COMMERCE SQUARE, 2001 MARKET ST, SUITE 600 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103 SHT: OF 0 8/7/2023 100% DESIGN GITENSTEIN LIBRARY GREEN 1 4/8/2024 ISSUED FOR BID TCNJ CAMPUS STEAM PROJECT - MANHOLE 5 CONDENSATE PIPING REPAIR MECHANICAL NOTES, SYMBOLS, AND ABBREVIATIONS 4/8/2024 AS NOTED ALD KJM 2023-095 M-002 M 00 2. D W G 2 3 " INCHES ' FEET CENTERLINE AFF ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR CMU CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT DIA DIAMETER DN DOWN HDPE HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE EXST OR (E) EXISTING FRP FIBER-REINFORCED PLASTIC GA GAUGE HPC HIGH PRESSURE CONDENSATE PIPING HPS HIGH PRESSURE STEAM PIPING HR HOUR LPC LOW PRESSURE CONDENSATE PIPING MH MANHOLE N.O. NORMALLY OPEN PCR PUMPED CONDENSATE RETURN PIPING SCH SCHEDULE TYP TYPICAL W/ WITH EXISTING NEW WORK BREAK LINE (SINGLE LINE) BREAK LINE (DOUBLE LINE DUCT/PIPE) POINT OF CONNECTION KEYNOTE VALVE TAG SECTION MARKER PIPE DOWN (SINGLE LINE) PIPE DOWN (DOUBLE LINE) GATE VALVE (SINGLE LINE) GATE VALVE HANDWHEEL TO THE SIDE (DOUBLE LINE) GATE VALVE HANDWHEEL UP (DOUBLE LINE) DIRECTION OF FLOW VENT XXX XXXX SECTION NUMBER DRAWING NUMBER ABBREVIATIONS: SYMBOLS: 1. ALL CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES AND SUBCONTRACTORS ARE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW TCNJ SAFETY REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. EMPLOYEES AND SUBCONTRACTORS CANNOT WORK ON SITE WITHOUT FOLLOWING THESE REQUIREMENTS OR THEIR OWN SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AS APPROVED BY TCNJ 2. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE WITH TCNJ PRIOR TO DEMOLISHING ANY EQUIPMENT. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FOLLOW TCNJ'S LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURES 3. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE WITH TCNJ BEFORE REMOVING DEMOLISHED EQUIPMENT FROM THE SITE. ANY EQUIPMENT NOT WANTED BY TCNJ SHALL BE PROMPTLY REMOVED FROM THE SITE AND DISPOSED OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL AND STATE REQUIREMENTS. 4. PRIOR TO STARTING WORK THE CONTRACTOR SHALL VISIT THE SITE AND CONVENE A COORDINATION MEETING WITH TCNJ. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE A SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES WITH DURATION AND PHASING OF CONSTRUCTION TO SATISFY TCNJ'S OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS. 5. PROVIDE ALL LABOR, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, INCIDENTALS, METHODS AND SERVICES REQUIRED TO INSTALL ALL WORK INDICATED COMPLETELY AND IN FULL OPERATION. 6. VERIFY ALL FIELD CONDITIONS, ACCESS WAYS, DIMENSIONS, AND DETAILS IN THE FIELD PRIOR TO BID AND PRIOR TO FABRICATION. INCLUDE IN BID ALL WORK NECESSARY TO COVER COSTS RESULTING FROM FIELD CONDITIONS. 7. ALL WORK SHALL BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS, CODES, AND REGULATIONS ADOPTED BY MUNICIPAL, COUNTY, STATE, AND FEDERAL AUTHORITIES, INSURANCE AGENCIES AND OTHER AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION OVER THE WORK. 8. APPLY FOR, SECURE, AND PAY FOR ALL PERMITS AND/OR CERTIFICATES OF INSPECTION REQUIRED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK BY ALL AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION. 9. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL GUARANTEE THE ENTIRE INSTALLATION FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR (EXCEPT WHERE EXTENSIONS OF THIS ONE YEAR PERIOD ARE NOTED) FROM THE DATE OF ACCEPTANCE OF THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE. ANY DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP, MATERIALS, MALFUNCTION OF EQUIPMENT OR UNSATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND ALL OTHER WORK OR PARTS OF THE BUILDING DAMAGED THEREBY, SHALL BE REPAIRED, REPLACED OR OTHERWISE REMEDIED WITHOUT EXPENSE TO THE OWNER. SUCH REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS SHALL BE MADE IN A TIMELY MANNER AND AT THE CONVENIENCE OF THE OWNER. 10. ALL WORK SHALL BE SCHEDULED AND COORDINATED WITH TCNJ SO THAT DISRUPTION TO THE AREAS INVOLVED IS KEPT TO A MINIMUM. UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL GIVE A MINIMUM OF 5 WORKING DAYS NOTICE OF ANY AND ALL WORK THAT WILL INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION SO THAT A SUITABLE SCHEDULE CAN BE ARRANGED. 11. IN ADDITION TO SPECIFICS AS MAY BE DEFINED HEREINAFTER, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROTECT THE WORK SITE AND ALL HIS OR HER WORK AGAINST DAMAGE FROM ANY SOURCE (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WATER, DUST, HEAT, FREEZING ETC.) UNTIL FINAL COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE BY THE OWNER. 12. CONTRACTOR SHALL SUBMIT SHOP DRAWINGS ON ALL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL (AND METHODS WHEN SPECIFICALLY REQUESTED) BEING USED IN THE COURSE OF THE WORK. FIVE COPIES OF EACH SHALL BE SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW. PURCHASE OF OR INSTALLATION OF MATERIALS OR SYSTEM PARTS SHALL NOT PROCEED UNTIL REVIEWED SHOP DRAWINGS ARE RETURNED TO THE SUBMITTING CONTRACTOR. 13. CONTRACTOR SHALL, UPON COMPLETION OF THE WORK, SUBMIT A SET OF RECORD DRAWINGS SHOWING ALL CHANGES FROM THE CONTRACT DRAWING MADE IN THE INSTALLATION, AND SHOWING DIMENSIONED LOCATIONS OF CONCEALED EQUIPMENT OR PARTS OF THE WORK. 14. CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLETE ALL CUTTING AND PATCHING REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE WORK. CUTTING AND PATCHING SHALL BE COMPLETED IN A NEAT AND WORKMANLIKE MANNER. PATCHING MATERIALS SHALL MATCH EXISTING MATERIALS TO THE GREATEST EXTENT POSSIBLE. PROVIDE TOUCH UP PAINT TO MATCH EXISTING SURROUNDING AREAS OF CUTTING AND PATCHING WORK. PIPING PENETRATIONS TO WALLS AND ROOF SHALL BE CORE DRILLED WITH A DIAMOND BIT CORE DRILLING MACHINE. 15. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL STEEL MATERIALS INSTALLED OUTDOORS SHALL BE HOT DIP GALVANIZED AFTER FABRICATION PER ASTM STANDARDS. 16. ALL WORK SHALL BE COORDINATED WITH ALL TRADES INVOLVED, AND THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE PROPER CONNECTIONS, FITTINGS, VALVES, PIPING, ETC. FOR ALL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED FOR THE TRADES INVOLVED IN THIS CONTRACT. 17. MAINTENANCE: THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE SKILLED COMPETENT WORKERS WHO ARE AUTHORIZED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO MAINTAIN AND SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT DURING THE 12-MONTH WARRANTY PERIOD, INCLUDING REQUIRED WARRANTY MAINTENANCE AND ALL OTHER ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS, CLEANING AND TESTING WHICH NORMALLY SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A PRUDENT OWNER. 18. DEMOLITION 18.1. PROVIDE DEMOLITION, RELOCATION, AND ALTERATION OF THE MECHANICAL FACILITIES AS INDICATED ON THE DRAWINGS AND AS SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DRAWINGS ARE DIAGRAMMATIC AND DO NOT SHOW THE EXACT LOCATION OF ALL EXISTING EQUIPMENT AND PIPING SERVICES. 18.2. IF THE CONTRACTOR IS UNSURE AS TO THE DISPOSITION OF ANY PORTION OF THE DEMOLITION, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REQUEST CLARIFICATION FROM TCNJ OR ENGINEER PRIOR TO REMOVAL. IN THE EVENT THAT THE CONTRACTOR REMOVES MATERIAL AND/OR EQUIPMENT NOT INTENDED FOR REMOVAL, THIS CONTRACTOR SHALL REPLACE THOSE MATERIAL AND/OR EQUIPMENT AT HIS EXPENSE. 18.3. WHERE EXISTING PIPING, INSULATION OR EQUIPMENT TO REMAIN IS INADVERTENTLY DAMAGED OR DISTURBED, THE DAMAGED SECTION SHALL BE CUT, REMOVED AND REPLACED. THE NEW SECTION SHALL BE OF EQUAL CAPACITY AND QUALITY. 18.4. MAINTAIN EXISTING UTILITIES INDICATED TO REMAIN IN SERVICE AND PROTECT THEM AGAINST DAMAGE DURING DEMOLITION OPERATIONS. MAINTAIN FIRE-PROTECTION FACILITIES IN SERVICE DURING DEMOLITION OPERATIONS. 18.5. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PERFORM ALL TORCH CUTTING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF TCNJ'S INSURANCE UNDERWRITER. PROVIDE FIRE WATCH THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT WHERE ANY WELDING OR ACETYLENE TORCHES ARE USED IN THE WORK. STORE HAZARDOUS AND FLAMMABLE CONTAINERS AS REQUIRED BY TCNJ. GENERAL NOTES: UTILITY NOTES 1. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO LOCATE, IDENTIFY, AND MAINTAIN ANY PUBLIC OR PRIVATE UNDERGROUND UTILITY. FOR PUBLIC UTILITIES, CONTRACTORS MUST CONTACT THE 'NEW JERSEY ONE-CALL SYSTEM' AT 811 OR 1-800-272-1000. 2. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO VERIFY THE LOCATION OF ALL PUBLIC UTILITIES AND ALL PRIVATE UTILITIES THAT MAY BE EXPOSED OR COULD BE IMPACTED BY THE WORK AND ARE WITHIN AND ADJACENT TO ANY EXCAVATIONS OR UNDERGROUND WORK. 3. THE LOCATION OF ALL UTILITIES INDICATED ON THE PLANS ARE APPROXIMATE AND WERE BASED ON THE BEST AVAILABLE DATA. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY ALL UTILITY COMPANIES OF IMPENDING WORK AND REQUEST FIELD MARKINGS. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL UTILITY LOCATIONS UTILIZING SUBSURFACE UTILITY ENGINEERING TECHNIQUES AND EXCAVATED TEST PITS, PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. 4. ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES HAVE NOT BEEN SHOWN. THE USER IS CAUTIONED THAT THERE MAY BE EXISTING UTILITIES, WHETHER FUNCTIONAL OR ABANDONED WITHIN THE PROJECT AREA AND NOT SHOWN ON THIS PLAN. 5. NO STATEMENT IS BEING MADE OR IMPLIED HEREON, NOR SHOULD IT BE ASSUMED OR CONSTRUED THAT ANY STATEMENT IS BEING MADE AS TO THE ACCURACY AND/OR COMPLETENESS OF SAID UTILITY LOCATIONS. 6. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PERFORM A SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION UTILIZING GEOPHYSICAL METHODS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ELECTROMAGNETIC (EM) SCANNING AND GROUND PENETRATING RADAR (GPR), TO PROVIDE, AT A MINIMUM, QUALITY LEVEL B DATA IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASCE 38-02 THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT LIMITS. ALL EXISTING UTILITIES, WHETHER SHOWN ON THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS OR NOT, SHALL BE LOCATED, IDENTIFIED, AND MAINTAINED. CONTRACTOR SHALL OBTAIN QUALITY LEVEL A DATA IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASCE 38-02 AT THEIR DISCRETION AND NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE STATE THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT LIMITS. 7. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PERFORM A SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION UTILIZING MINIMALLY INTRUSIVE EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE QUALITY LEVEL A DATA, IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASCE 38-02, AT ALL CROSSINGS OF THE PROPOSED STEAM LINES AND EXISTING UTILITIES. 8. THE SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATIONS SHALL BE INITIATED IMMEDIATELY UPON AWARD OF CONTRACT. ANY UNANTICIPATED RESULTS THAT CONFLICT WITH THE PROPOSED WORK SHALL IMMEDIATELY BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THE STATE AND THE A/E. 9. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PREPARE A UTILITY PROTECTION PLAN FOR ALL EXISTING UTILITIES ON SITE, WHETHER THEY WILL BE EXPOSED OR NOT, AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE STATE. 10.THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE, AT NO COST TO THE STATE, FOR ANY DAMAGE TO ANY EXISTING UTILITY, WHETHER SHOWN ON THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS OR NOT, CAUSED BY CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES. M-100 1 M-100 5 KEY PLAN Project Title: Drawing Title: RevisionDateNo. Date: Drawn: Checked: Job No: Scale: Drawing No: J: \2 02 3b \2 02 3- 00 95 -T C N J_ C am pu s_ S te am _R ep la ce m en t\1 0- D es ig n\ D ra w in gs \W or ki ng D oc um en ts \In te rm ed ia te S co pe D ra w in g S et \M H -5 \5 M -1 00 .d w g 2 02 4- 04 -0 8 BURNS ENGINEERING, INC. | 215-979-7700 TWO COMMERCE SQUARE, 2001 MARKET ST, SUITE 600 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103 SHT: OF 0 8/7/2023 100% DESIGN GITENSTEIN LIBRARY GREEN MH-5 MH-11 1 4/8/2024 ISSUED FOR BID KEYNOTES# TCNJ CAMPUS STEAM PROJECT - MANHOLE 5 CONDENSATE PIPING REPAIR MANHOLE PIPING PLAN 4/8/2024 AS NOTED ALD KJM 2023-095 M-100 5 M -1 00 .D W G 3 3 4 M-100 MH-5 - PLAN VIEW 1/2" = 1'-0" 1 M-100 MH-5 - EAST WALL SECTION 1/2" = 1'-0" 2 M-100 PIPE WALL PENETRATION DETAIL N.T.S. 3 M-100 ANCHOR BLOCK AND PIPE DETAIL N.T.S. TAG SERVICE SIZE TYPE POSITION NOTES HPS-1 HPS 6 GATE N.O. HPS-2 HPS 10 GATE N.O. PCR-1 PCR 4 GATE N.O. PCR-2 PCR 6 GATE N.O. HPC-1 HPC 2 GATE N.O. HPC-2 HPC 2 GATE N.O. 5 M-100 MH-5 - SOUTH WALL SECTION 1/2" = 1'-0" 1 Technical Specifications for: The College of New Jersey Campus Steam Project Manhole 5 Pumped Condensate Return Piping Repairs April 8, 2024 Prepared by: Issued for Bid TCNJ CAMPUS STEAM PROJECT August 7, 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS TOC - 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS DIVISION 02 023000 SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION 024119 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION DIVISION 23 230200 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230517 SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR HVAC PIPING 230553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT 230713 MECHANICAL INSULATION 232213 STEAM AND CONDENSATE HEATING PIPING 232216 STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPING SPECIALTIES DIVISION 31 311000 SITE CLEARING 312000 EARTH MOVING 312319 DEWATERING 315000 EXCAVATION SUPPORT AND PROTECTION Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 1 SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Demolition and removal of selected portions of building or structure. 2. Demolition and removal of selected site elements. 3. Demolition and removal of steam and condensate equipment and piping within manholes or buildings. 4. Salvage of existing items to be reused or recycled. B. The contractor shall closely coordinate all demolition work with the Engineer on a daily basis. No demolition work shall be permitted to start without written approval from the Engineer. 1.2 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP A. Unless otherwise indicated, demolition waste becomes property of Contractor. B. Historic items, relics, antiques, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, and other items of interest or value to Owner that may be uncovered during demolition remain the property of Owner. 1. Carefully salvage in a manner to prevent damage and promptly return to Owner. 1.3 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS A. Predemolition Conference: Conduct conference at Project site. 1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Proposed Protection Measures: Submit report, including Drawings, that indicates the measures proposed for protecting individuals and property, for environmental protection, for dust control and, for noise control. Indicate proposed locations and construction of barriers. B. Schedule of selective demolition activities with starting and ending dates for each activity. C. Predemolition photographs or video. 1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS A. Inventory of items that have been removed and salvaged. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 2 1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Refrigerant Recovery Technician Qualifications: Certified by an EPA-approved certification program. 1.7 FIELD CONDITIONS A. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area. Conduct selective demolition so Owner's operations will not be disrupted. B. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far as practical. C. Notify Engineer of discrepancies between existing conditions and Drawings before proceeding with selective demolition. D. Hazardous Materials: It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work. 1. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner before start of the Work. 2. If suspected hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify Engineer and Owner. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner under a separate contract. E. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site is not permitted. F. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations. 1. Maintain fire-protection facilities in service during selective demolition operations. G. Arrange selective demolition schedule so as not to interfere with Owner's operations. 1.8 WARRANTY A. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during selective demolition, by methods and with materials and using approved contractors so as not to void existing warranties. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with New Jersey State and Local governing regulations as well as EPA notification regulations before beginning selective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction. B. Standards: Comply with ASSE A10.6 and NFPA 241. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 3 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before starting selective demolition operations. B. Engage a prequalified professional engineer licensed in New Jersey to perform an engineering survey of condition of building to determine whether removing any element might result in structural deficiency or unplanned collapse of any portion of structure or adjacent structures during selective building demolition operations. C. Inventory and record the condition of items to be removed and salvaged. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Refrigerant: Before starting demolition, remove refrigerant from mechanical equipment according to 40 CFR 82 and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction. 3.3 UTILITY SERVICES AND MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS A. Existing Services/Systems to Remain: Maintain services/systems indicated to remain and protect them against damage. B. Existing Services/Systems to Be Removed, Relocated, or Abandoned: Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off utility services and mechanical/electrical systems serving areas to be selectively demolished. 1. Owner will arrange to shut off state owned and operated indicated services/systems when requested by Contractor. 2. Arrange to shut off utilities with utility companies. 3. If services/systems are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, provide temporary services/systems that bypass area of selective demolition and that maintain continuity of services/systems to other parts of building. 4. Disconnect, demolish, and remove fire-suppression systems, plumbing, and HVAC systems, equipment, and components indicated on Drawings to be removed. a. Piping to Be Removed: Remove portion of piping indicated to be removed and cap or plug remaining piping with same or compatible piping material. b. Piping to Be Abandoned in Place: Drain piping and cap or plug piping with same or compatible piping material and leave in place. c. Equipment to Be Removed: Disconnect and cap services and remove equipment. d. Equipment to Be Removed and Reinstalled: Disconnect and cap services and remove, clean, and store equipment; when appropriate, reinstall, reconnect, and make equipment operational. e. Equipment to Be Removed and Salvaged: Disconnect and cap services and remove equipment and deliver to Owner. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 4 f. Ducts to Be Removed: Remove portion of ducts indicated to be removed and plug remaining ducts with same or compatible ductwork material. g. Ducts to Be Abandoned in Place: Cap or plug ducts with same or compatible ductwork material and leave in place. 3.4 PROTECTION A. Temporary Protection: Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain. B. Temporary Shoring: Design, provide, and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as required to preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes to remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being demolished. C. Remove temporary barricades and protections where hazards no longer exist. 3.5 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION A. General: Demolish and remove existing construction only to the extent required by new construction and as indicated. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows: 1. Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Use cutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction. Use hand tools or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Temporarily cover openings to remain. 2. Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces to avoid marring existing finished surfaces. 3. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials. At concealed spaces, such as duct and pipe interiors, verify condition and contents of hidden space before starting flame-cutting operations. Maintain portable fire-suppression devices during flame-cutting operations. 4. Maintain fire watch during and for at least 4 hours after flame-cutting operations. 5. Locate selective demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing. 6. Dispose of demolished items and materials promptly in accordance with all New Jersey State requirements. B. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct selective demolition and debris-removal operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities. C. Removed and Salvaged Items: 1. Clean salvaged items. 2. Pack or crate items after cleaning. Identify contents of containers. 3. Store items in a secure area until delivery to Owner. 4. Transport items to Owner's storage area on-site . Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 5 5. Protect items from damage during transport and storage. D. Removed and Reinstalled Items: 1. Clean and repair 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. E. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling during selective demolition. When permitted by Engineer, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location during selective demolition and cleaned and reinstalled in their original locations after selective demolition operations are complete. 3.6 CLEANING A. Remove demolition waste materials from Project site and dispose of them in an EPA-approved construction and demolition waste landfill acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. 1. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site. 2. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas. 3. Remove debris from elevated portions of building by chute, hoist, or other device that will convey debris to grade level in a controlled descent. B. Burning: Do not burn demolished materials. C. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selective demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before selective demolition operations began. END OF SECTION 024119 Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 6 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 1 SECTION 230200 - BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A. This Section includes the following: 1. Piping materials and installation instructions common to most piping systems. 2. Quality assurance 3. Dielectric fittings. 4. Grout. 5. Demolition. 6. Equipment installation requirements common to equipment sections. 7. Painting and finishing. 8. Concrete bases. 9. Supports and anchorages. 10. Testing 1.2 DEFINITIONS A. Finished Spaces: Spaces other than mechanical and electrical equipment rooms, furred spaces, pipe and duct shafts, unheated spaces immediately below roof, spaces above ceilings, unexcavated spaces, crawlspaces, and tunnels. B. Exposed, Interior Installations: Exposed to view indoors. Examples include finished occupied spaces and mechanical equipment rooms. C. Exposed, Exterior Installations: Exposed to view outdoors or subject to outdoor ambient temperatures and weather conditions. Examples include rooftop locations. D. Concealed, Interior Installations: Concealed from view and protected from physical contact by building occupants. Examples include above ceilings and in duct shafts. E. Concealed, Exterior Installations: Concealed from view and protected from weather conditions and physical contact by building occupants but subject to outdoor ambient temperatures. Examples include installations within unheated shelters. F. The following are industry abbreviations for plastic materials: 1. ABS: Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene plastic. 2. CPVC: Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride plastic. 3. PE: Polyethylene plastic. 4. PVC: Polyvinyl chloride plastic. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 2 G. The following are industry abbreviations for rubber materials: 1. EPDM: Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer rubber. 2. NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For the following: 1. Transition fittings. 2. Dielectric fittings. B. Welding procedures, certificates, controls and methods identified in paragraph 1.6 Quality Assurance of this specification section. C. As-Built Drawings D. Operation and Maintenance Manuals 1.4 REFERENCES A. The specified Codes and Standards may be exceeded by the Contractor, with the Engineer’s approval, if superior or more economical designs and/or materials are available. B. The following documents form a part of the Specifications. Unless otherwise indicated, the issue in effect on date of invitation for bids shall apply. 1. AISC Steel Handbook 2. American National Standards Institute, Inc. (ANSI) a. B16.5 - Steel Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings b. B16.10 - Face to Face and End to End Dimensions of Ferrous Valves B16.11 - Forged Steel Fittings, Socket Welding and Threaded c. B16.20 - Ring Joint Gaskets and Grooves for Steel Pipe Flanges d. B16.21 - Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets For Pipe Flanges e. B16.34 - Valves Flanged and Buttwelding Ends f. B31.1 - Power Piping g. B40.1 - Gauges-Pressure Indicating Dial Type-Elastic Element 3. American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) a. SNT-TC-1A Recommended practice for personnel qualification and certification in nondestructive testing (with supplements) 4. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 3 a. A 27 - Mild to Medium Strength Carbon Steel Castings for General Application b. C534 - Preformed Flexible Elastomeric Cellular Thermal Insulation in Sheet and Tubular Form. 5. American Welding Society a. D10.9 - Qualification of Welding and Welders for Piping and Tubing b. D10.12 - Recommended Practices and Procedures for Welding Plain Carbon Steel Pipe c. QC1 - Standard for Qualification and Certification of Welding Inspectors 6. Manufacturers Standardization Society (MSS) a. SP25 - Standard Markings System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions b. SP58 - Pipe Support Standards c. SP61 - Pressure Testing of Steel Valves d. SP84 - Steel Valves Socket Welding and Threaded Ends 7. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) No. 70 - National Electrical Code a. No. 101 - Life Safety Code 8. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) C. Requirements of Regulatory Agencies – State of New Jersey 1. New Jersey Energy Conservation Code D. Standard Compliance 1. Where components or materials are specified to conform to requirements of the standards of organizations such as American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or Underwriters Laboratories (UL), that use of label or listing as method of indication compliance, proof of such conformance shall be submitted and approved by the Engineer. The label or listing of the specified organization will be acceptable evidence. 2. Where reference is made to codes or standards, or to technical or trade specifications (such as ASTM or ANSI), the latest edition and latest addenda shall be used. In event of conflict between the reference documents, the Engineer shall be notified for resolution. 1.5 SCHEDULING WORK A. The Contractor shall submit a construction schedule at the construction kick-off meeting. All Work shall be performed following the schedule after it has been reviewed and approved by the Engineer and the Facility. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 4 B. The integrity and reliability of the existing HPS/HPC/LPC system must be maintained at all times during the execution of all Work. All interruptions to the HPS/HPC/LPC system must be scheduled with the Site Representative. C. The Contractor shall not disconnect any utilities without written consent from the Facility. The Contractor will be provided with limited shutdown to accomplish the tie-in work to the existing HPS/HPC/LPC system. D. The maximum shutdown period for all steam piping shall not exceed ten (10) hours which includes time for the plant engineer personnel to shut the system down and, upon completion of the contractors work, start the system and return it to its original operating conditions. E. The Contractor shall not remove any equipment or system from operation without the consent of the facility and Site Representative. Once work has been initiated on any equipment or system, the Contractor shall work continuously until the equipment or system is operational. F. On areas of work affected by other contractors, work shall be coordinated to prevent damage to any work being performed in the area or affect operation of the other parts of the system that are in service. 1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Steel Support Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to AWS D1.1, "Structural Welding Code--Steel." B. Steel Pipe Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Section IX, "Welding and Brazing Qualifications." 1. Comply with provisions in ASME B31 Series, "Code for Pressure Piping." 2. Certify that each welder has passed AWS qualification tests for welding processes involved and that certification is current. 3. The welding method for each system shall be submitted for review and fully described including the number of passes, welding machine volts, welding machine amps and welding rod for the pipe size and material. Approval of welding procedures does not relieve the contractor of the sole responsibility of producing acceptable welds. 4. Submit for review a procedure for recording, locating, monitoring and maintaining the quality of all welds to be performed on the project. This quality control document shall include but not be limited to drawings, and schedules identifying the location of each weld by individual number, identification of the welder who performed the weld, date of weld, identification method of the welder and WPS used. C. The Contractor shall implement a Quality Assurance Program that will be effective during the Contract period. As a minimum, the following controls, methods and procedures should be thoroughly developed in the Contractors program: 1. The contractor shall comply with the following pipe welding procedure for HPS/HPC/LPC which includes: Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 5 a. Provide backing rings to align and space the welding joint. b. Preheat the weld to a minimum of 200 degrees F utilizing methods that mirror procedures for water backed welding. c. Keep any bracing that was installed to maintain weld fit-up geometry in place until the weldment has cooled to ambient temperature. d. Attempt to keep water intrusion on weld zone during and immediately after welding to a minimum. e. Inspect all new welds with Radiographic methods per ASME B31.1 acceptance criteria. Refer to piping specification section 23 22 13 and 33 63 13 for more specific requirements for the project. 2. A procedure to properly identify and control material within the work area to assure that the specified material is used. 3. Controls to ensure that the correct welding electrodes and any pipe dope compounds are used. 4. Methods and procedures to be used to ensure that fit-up of all joints meet specification requirements. 5. Controls to ensure that all pressure piping welding is done using qualified procedures and welders in accordance with ANSI B31.1. 6. Methods and procedures by which the Contractor obtains assurance that all material supplied by sub-vendors meet the requirements of the governing specifications. D. Electrical Characteristics for Mechanical Equipment: Equipment of higher electrical characteristics may be furnished provided such proposed equipment is approved in writing and connecting electrical services, circuit breakers, and conduit sizes are appropriately modified. If minimum energy ratings or efficiencies are specified, equipment shall comply with requirements. 1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver pipes and tubes with factory-applied end caps. Maintain end caps through shipping, storage, and handling to prevent pipe end damage and to prevent entrance of dirt, debris, and moisture. B. Store plastic pipes protected from direct sunlight. Support to prevent sagging and bending. C. All items shall be suitably packed and protected from damage during shipment. Each item, crate, bag or other container shall, in addition to the address, be durably marked with the manufacturer's mechanical material list and tag number for which it is intended. D. Surfaces subject to corrosion shall be coated with a corrosion preventative that is readily removed with a commercial solvent. All openings shall be sealed and protected with corrosion- resistant covers or plugs. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 6 1.8 COORDINATION A. Arrange for pipe spaces, chases, slots, and openings in building structure during progress of construction, to allow for mechanical installations. B. Coordinate installation of required supporting devices and set sleeves in poured-in-place concrete and other structural components as they are constructed. C. Coordinate requirements for access panels and doors for mechanical items requiring access that are concealed behind finished surfaces. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. In other Part 2 articles where subparagraph titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply for product selection: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the manufacturers specified. 2.2 GENERAL A. All mechanical materials shall be free from defects, which adversely affect the performance or maintainability of individual components, or of the overall assembly. B. Unless otherwise specified herein, all equipment, material, and articles furnished under this Contract shall be factory new and without blemish or defect. Salvage or rebuilt equipment or materials will not be acceptable. C. Castings shall be sound and free from patching, misplaced coloring, warping, or other defects that may render the casting unsound for use. Repair processes, such as welding, peening, plugging, or filling with cold solder or metallic paste shall not be accepted. D. All units of the same classifications i.e., strainers, pumps, heaters, transmitters, etc., with similar options shall be identical to the extent necessary to insure interchangeability of component parts, assemblies, accessories, and spare parts. All units of the same classifications shall be furnished by one manufacturer. E. Unless otherwise indicated, all nuts and bolts supplied with equipment furnished shall be F. U.S. standard. Metric nuts and bolts will not be acceptable. All gauges and instrumentation furnished with equipment shall read in U.S. Standard units. Metric units are not acceptable. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 7 2.3 PIPE, TUBE, AND FITTINGS A. Refer to individual Division 23 and Division 33 piping Sections for pipe, tube, and fitting materials and joining methods. B. Pipe Threads: ASME B1.20.1 for factory-threaded pipe and pipe fittings. 2.4 JOINING MATERIALS A. Refer to individual Division 23 and Division 33 piping Sections for special joining materials not listed below. B. Solder Filler Metals: ASTM B 32, lead-free alloys. Include water-flushable flux according to ASTM B 813. C. Brazing Filler Metals: AWS A5.8, BCuP Series, copper-phosphorus alloys for general-duty brazing, unless otherwise indicated; and AWS A5.8, BAg1, silver alloy for refrigerant piping, unless otherwise indicated. 2.5 DIELECTRIC FITTINGS A. Description: Combination fitting of copper alloy and ferrous materials with threaded, solder- joint, plain, or weld-neck end connections that match piping system materials. B. Insulating Material: Suitable for system fluid, pressure, and temperature. C. Dielectric Unions: Factory-fabricated, union assembly, for 250-psig minimum working pressure at 180 deg F. 1. Available Manufacturers: a. Capitol Manufacturing Co. b. Central Plastics Company. c. Eclipse, Inc. d. Epco Sales, Inc. e. Hart Industries, International, Inc. f. Watts Industries, Inc.; Water Products Div. g. Zurn Industries, Inc.; Wilkins Div. D. Dielectric Flanges: Factory-fabricated, companion-flange assembly, for 150- psig minimum working pressure as required to suit system pressures. 1. Available Manufacturers: a. Capitol Manufacturing Co. b. Central Plastics Company. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 8 c. Epco Sales, Inc. d. Watts Industries, Inc.; Water Products Div. E. Dielectric Nipples: Electroplated steel nipple with inert and non-corrosive, thermoplastic lining; plain, threaded, or grooved ends; and 300-psig minimum working pressure at 225 deg F. 1. Available Manufacturers: a. Perfection Corp. b. Precision Plumbing Products, Inc. c. Sioux Chief Manufacturing Co., Inc. d. Victaulic Co. of America. 2.6 GROUT A. Description: ASTM C 1107, Grade B, non-shrink and nonmetallic, dry hydraulic-cement grout. 1. Characteristics: Post-hardening, volume-adjusting, non-staining, non-corrosive, nongaseous, and recommended for interior and exterior applications. 2. Design Mix: 5000-psi, 28-day compressive strength. 3. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 DEMOLITION A. Scope of Work 1. This specification defines the requirements for demolition as specified herein and on the Contract Drawings. The demolition work shall include, but not be limited to the following: a. Saw cut and remove existing curbs, walkways, parking lots and roadways for the installation of new pipe. b. Cut and remove piping to facilitate installation of new piping per contract documents. c. Removal of demolished piping, paving materials, concrete and any unwanted excavated materials. 2. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, material, and equipment required for the work as indicated herein and on the Contract Drawings. 3. Contractor is responsible for removal of all demolished material, not marked as salvage, from the site. B. Coordination Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 9 1. The Contractor shall phase all demolition work as indicated on the drawings and as required by the Contract. Coordinate with the Facility and Owner’s Representative for isolation and draining of the HPS/HPC/LPC piping. 2. All demolition work must be coordinated with the Facility and other trades. No demolition work may begin without authorization of the Site Representative. C. Site Conditions 1. All outages required by the Contractor to perform the Work shall be arranged in advance with the Facility and the Owner’s Representative. A minimum of 72 hours advanced notice will be required for an outage of all utilities including steam, condensate, domestic water, electrical power, fire alarm system. 2. The Contractor shall remove all electrical conduit, wiring, and electrical equipment in the area to facilitate the demolition work and/or rigging path of new equipment. 3. Prevent contamination and surface damage of the facilities’ equipment, components, and spaces during demolition and contamination producing operations. a. Plug, blank, wrap, cover, seal, and mask equipment, components, cables, wire ways and openings using fire retardant material, and prevent entry of contaminants to machinery, electronic equipment, valves, vents not in use, and other openings. Install fire retardant industrial filter material on the intake of supply and exhaust end of any ventilation systems which will be in use. b. All protective measures are to be in place prior to start of any contamination producing operations and shall remain in place until the operation is complete. c. Install double curtain baffles at the entrance of each access door where airborne contamination could occur during demolition operations. d. Inspect the integrity of the protective covering at the beginning of each shift in which contamination producing operations will be accomplished. Ensure that equipment and machinery have not been infiltrated by contaminants. e. Maintain cleanliness of the work site, including all decks, free from accumulation of industrial debris caused by contractor and/or subcontractor employees on a continuous basis throughout the construction. Workspaces include those areas immediately adjacent, and those areas where service lines run in the vicinity of the work site. f. Accomplish an initial walk-through of all locations where the contractor is responsible to perform work to observe cleanliness conditions. The inspection shall be made jointly with the Site Representative, and take place prior to the commencement of any work by the contractor. g. Accomplish a cleanliness inspection on a daily basis whenever work is in progress. The inspection shall be made jointly with the Site Representative. During inspection, the responsible party shall be assigned. A written report shall be prepared by the Contractor and distributed to the Site Representative on the same day. The report shall indicate as found conditions and assign the responsible activity for each area. Corrective action shall take place immediately. D. Refer to Division 1 for additional general demolition requirements and procedures. Refer to Section 017300 for Hot Work Permit Requirements. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 10 E. Disconnect, demolish, and remove mechanical systems, equipment, and components indicated to be removed. 1. Piping to Be Removed: Remove portion of piping indicated to be removed and cap or plug remaining piping with same or compatible piping material. 2. Piping to Be Abandoned in Place: Drain piping and cap or plug piping with same or compatible piping material. 3. Equipment to Be Removed: Disconnect and cap services and remove equipment. 4. Equipment to Be Removed and Reinstalled: Disconnect and cap services and remove, clean, and store equipment; when appropriate, reinstall, reconnect, and make equipment operational. 5. Equipment to Be Removed and Salvaged: Disconnect and cap services and remove equipment and deliver to Owner. F. If pipe, insulation, or equipment to remain is damaged in appearance or is unserviceable, remove damaged or unserviceable portions and replace with new products of equal capacity and quality. G. Where applicable, all work performed under this section shall be in accordance with the latest edition and latest addenda thereto of the applicable codes, standards, specifications, regulations, procedures, and tests of the following organizations: 1. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 3. NJ Department of Environmental Conservation (NJDEP) 4. NJ Department of Labor (NJDOL) 5. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) H. Where reference is made to codes or standards or to technical or trade specifications (such as ASTM or ANSI), the latest edition and latest addenda shall be used. In the event of conflict between the reference documents, the most conservative and stringent requirement shall apply. However, any such conflicts shall be brought to the attention of the Engineer for resolution. I. The following documents form a part of this Section. Unless otherwise indicated, the issue in effect on the date of invitation for bids shall apply. 1. National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) a. 241 - Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations. 2. U.S. Department of Labor - OSHA a. 29 CFR 1910 - Occupational Safety and Health b. Subpart T - Demolition - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction J. General 1. Requirements Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 11 a. The existing equipment and/or materials which shall be removed is indicated herein and on the Contract Drawings, but shall also include any and all other existing materials or equipment necessary to execute the Work identified in the Contract Documents. b. The Contractor shall obtain all permits and pay all fees where required from all Federal or State Departments, Boards, or Agencies and shall furnish the Engineer with three copies of all permits obtained from regulatory agencies. 2. Removal Specifics a. The Contractor shall maintain a means of egress from the buildings at all times. Work affecting the exits from the buildings shall be coordinated with the facility, site representative and other trades. 3. Material Disposal a. All existing equipment, materials, and fixtures removed from the facility in the execution of this Contract, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site, except for items which shall be identified as salvage prior to demolition. The Contractor shall remove such items and turn it over to the Owner. b. All debris shall be removed from the work site and the site left in the neat and orderly condition as approved by the Engineer. c. No new work shall commence in the work area until demolition has been completed and the approval by the Site Representative obtained. 4. Demolition Method a. Demolition work shall not endanger the integrity of the remaining structures. Demolition shall not proceed until authorized by the Engineer or Owner’s Representative. b. The use of burning torches shall be permitted only in locations designated by the Field Representative as safe areas. Specific approval shall be obtained for each location. c. Gas cutting shall be performed in accordance with local building codes, rules, and ordinances. Protection as required shall be applied in the event that noxious fumes are produced from the burning of painted steelwork or equipment. d. Fire watch shall be maintained for burning and cutting operations. e. All demolition work shall be executed in a careful and orderly manner, without disturbing the operating equipment and Personnel at the site. f. For hot work permit, refer to TCNJ requirements. 5. Protection a. Since removal work will occur in the immediate vicinity of pedestrians, vehicular traffic and roadways, the Contractor shall furnish, erect, and maintain barricades around the entire work area and post appropriate signs "flagging" this area. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 12 b. The Contractor shall furnish, erect, and maintain at the site all bracing, shoring, fire resistant fencing, electric lights, and other safety devices necessary to protect pedestrians, equipment and personnel from damage and injury. c. The Contractor shall follow all safety requirements specified in applicable federal, state, city and local codes and ordinances. d. The Contractor shall wet down dust producing operations as necessary, unless other wise directed by the Engineer. e. The site of work is an operating facility and will continue operation while the work specified herein is in progress. Accordingly, the Contractor must perform his work so as not to interfere with the continuing operations and as directed by the Field Representative. Any equipment damaged and not in the demolition scope shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at his expense. K. Protection of Existing Equipment and Components 1. The Contractor shall maintain the structural integrity of the remaining underground piping system and components exposed or breached by the demolition work. 2. The Contractor shall maintain the required fire exits and passageways or provide approved substitutions. L. Preparatory Operations 1. Where it is necessary to maintain any power or water during demolition, the Contractor shall relocate or protect such lines with substantial coverings to protect them from injury and to afford safety to the workmen. M. Demolition Operations 1. Use of explosives in the demolition operations shall be prohibited. 2. The Contractor shall provide temporary wood railings and barriers around all openings and across accessways created by the demolition process. All railings shall be in accordance with OSHA standards. The Contractor shall never leave an opening unprotected. N. Post Demolition Operations 1. The Contractor shall furnish and install all necessary temporary and permanent caps, plugs and blanks for all remaining piping, as required. 2. Areas where demolition has taken place are to be left in a broom swept clean condition. 3. Supports and hangers for removed piping shall be dismantled including miscellaneous support steel attached to the building steel or concrete. O. Personnel and Property Protection 1. Protection of persons and property shall be provided by the Contractor throughout the progress of work. 2. The Work shall proceed in such a manner as to minimize the spread of dust and flying particles that could damage equipment nearby. Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 13 3. Any damage to existing structures or equipment caused by the Contractor's operations shall be repaired by the Contractor at his own expense to the full satisfaction of the Engineer. 3.2 PIPING SYSTEMS - COMMON REQUIREMENTS A. Install piping according to the following requirements and Division 23 Sections specifying piping systems. B. Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of piping systems. Indicated locations and arrangements were used to size pipe and calculate friction loss, expansion, pump sizing, and other design considerations. Install piping as indicated unless deviations to layout are approved on Coordination Drawings. C. Install piping in concealed locations, unless otherwise indicated and except in equipment rooms and service areas. D. Install piping indicated to be exposed and piping in equipment rooms and service areas at right angles or parallel to building walls. Diagonal runs are prohibited unless specifically indicated otherwise. E. Install piping above accessible ceilings to allow sufficient space for ceiling panel removal. F. Install piping to permit valve servicing. G. Install piping at indicated slopes. H. Install piping free of sags and bends. I. Install fittings for changes in direction and branch connections. J. Install piping to allow application of insulation. K. Select system components with pressure rating equal to or greater than system operating pressure. L. Verify final equipment locations for roughing-in. M. Refer to equipment specifications in other Sections of these Specifications for roughing-in requirements. 3.3 TESTING A. After the mechanical work has been completed, the Contractor shall subject all mechanical systems to acceptance tests under normal operational conditions. The mechanical inspection Burns Engineering, Inc. The College of New Jersey Steam Replacement Project Manhole Condensate Piping Repairs BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 230200 - 14 shall meet all Owner requirements to insure the equipment and/or systems are in perfect working order. B. The Contractor shall provide sufficient qualified manufacturer representation for starting, testing, and calibration of the Contractor furnished equipment provided and installed within this Section and shall not be relieved until it is to the satisfaction of the Engineer. C. Provide start-up in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Operate mechanical systems with required supervision for at least 2 full days, of which at least 4 hours shall be at maximum capacity, prior to substantial completion. D. Tests shall be attended by representatives of the Contractor, Site Representative and the facility. E. Furnish all labor, materials and instruments and bear any costs in connection with all the tests required for the project. This shall include but not be limited to load banks. F. Provide written notice (at least 48 hours) to all concerned of the intended date and