Former Hotel Louise Abatement

FORMER HOTEL LOUISE 163 WEST MAIN STREET WASHINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA ASBESTOS AND LEAD PAINT ABATEMENT SPECIFICATIONS Engineer: Darin M. McClure, P.E. (NC#018967)) Mid-Atlantic Associates, Inc. 409 Rogers View Court Raleigh, North Carolina 27610 Tel. (919) 250-9918 Fax (919) 250-9950 Abatement Designer: C. Britt Wester, CIH (NC#40241, NC#140036)) Matrix Health & Safety Consultants, L.L.C. 2900 Yonkers Road Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Tel. (919) 833-2520 Fax (919) 882-9926 March 1, 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS Invitation to Bid and General Conditions Bid Form TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Page Number 01043 Project Coordination.......... 01092 Codes and Regulations ... 01410 Air Monitoring - Industrial Hygiene Firm Services .. 01503 Temporary Facilities ...........c:.eseeeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeeees 01513 Negative Pressure System ..... 01526 Work Area Preparation .... 01560 Worker Protection ........ 01562 Respiratory Protection . 01563 Decontamination Units . 01711 Project Decontamination . 01714

Work Area Clearance .. 02080 Asbestos Removal....... 02084 Disposal of Asbestos-Containing Waste Material . 02090 Lead-Based Paint Removal ... 02094 Lead Waste Disposal ............. --.01043-1 -01092-1 .01410-1 -01503-1 -01513-1 -01526-1 .01560-1 -01562-1 .01563-1 -01711-1 -01714-1 -02080-1 -02084-1 -02090-1 Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina CITY OF WASHINGTON INVITATION TO BID FOR Former Hotel Louise Abatement WASHINGTON NC INTRODUCTION The City Of Washington is requesting quotes from qualified firms for the removal and disposal of asbestos-containing materials and lead-based paints from the Former Hotel Louise at 163 West Main Street in Washington. The project scope is as enclosed. This is an informal bid and you do not have to be present at the time of the bid opening. The vendor shall complete the project in the timeframe agreed upon with the Owner, and noted in the purchase order when issued. There will be a $100.00 penalty per day if the project is not completed by the date indicated in the purchase order. A pre-bid meeting and walkthrough of the facility will be held on site on March 22, 2023 starting at 10:00 AM. A contractor pre-qualification survey is required to be completed by each bidder. (THIS BID WILL SERVE AS ACTING CONTRACT WHEN SIGNED) GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS 2.1 Submit the bids marked Former Hotel Louise Abatement. Bids should be submitted to the City Of Washington, Attention: Jennifer Alligood, 203 Grimes Road Washington NC 27889 no later than 2:00PM on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at which time they will be opened and made a part of the public record. The bid opening will be conducted in the Purchasing Agents Office located at 203 Grimes Road Washington, NC 27889. Bidders are not required to be present at the time of the bid opening. Bids can be mailed, dropped by the office or emailed to Jalligood@washingtonnc.gov. Bids must be submitted by the date and time stated or they will remain unopened. It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure timely and correct delivery of the quote. 2.2 It shall be the bidders responsibility to read this entire document, review all enclosures and attachments, and comply with all requirements specified herein. Each Bidder shall provide a completed Pre-Qualification Form (PQF) with their bid forms in order to be considered. 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 29 2.10 2.11 All quotes are subject to the provisions of terms and conditions specific to this invitation to bid, and the specifications. Failure to sign will render bid invalid. Unless otherwise indicated, the offer shall be valid for 45 days from the date of quote opening. The City of Washington reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids in whole or in part and to waive any informality in the bid. Informality shall be defined as a deviation from a non-statutory requirement or a specification, neither of which affect the amount of the bid. Any deviation from specifications indicated herein must be clearly pointed out; otherwise, it will be considered that items are in strict compliance with these specifications, and bidder will be held responsible therefore. Deviations shall be explained in detail. The specification herein is intended to indicate the character, quality and/or performance of the goods or services desired. Reference to brand names is not intended to restrict the bidding, but to inform the bidder more clearly what is required for this project. The City of Washington will assume no responsibility for oral instruction, suggestion, or interpretation. Any question regarding the bid documents, and/or specifications shall be directed to Jennifer Alligood or Mac Daniels and any material change will be submitted to all bidders in a written addendum. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of addendum(s) by signing the appropriate form that will be included in the bid. Contractor shall comply with the Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements and associated U.S. Department of Labor regulations. Documentation of compliance will be required as part of the submittal package from the Contractor, and prior to application(s) for payment. Modification of or corrections to quotes are not acceptable after bids have been closed. Erroneous bids may be reclaimed or superseded any time prior to bid opening time. Any new bid must be marked on the outside of the sealed envelope with the notation Supersedes all previous submissions or an email that references this. Tabulations of quotes and award information are a matter of public record and are available upon request when accompanied by a stamped self-addressed envelope or can be emailed. Awards shall be based on determination of the lowest responsive responsible bidder meeting specifications provided. 2:12 2.13 2.14 2.15 Permit Fees: The Contractor shall obtain all permits. The Contractor shall give all notices and comply with all laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and orders of any public authority bearing on the performance of this work. Performance Bond and Payment Bond are not required by awarded vendor. Insurance Provisions Prior to the start of work, the Contractor shall provide a certificate of insurance naming Engineer, Designer, the City of Washington, and Lady Louise, LLC as additionally insured. a. Workers Compensation Insurance: Insurance covering all employees meeting statutory limits in compliance with the applicable state and federal laws. The policy must include the employers liability with a limit $100,000 each accident, $100,000 bodily injury by disease, $500,000 bodily injury by disease policy limit. b. Comprehensive General Liability: Shall have minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence combined single limit for bodily injury liability and property damage liability. This shall include premises and/or operations, independent contractors, products and/or operations, independent contractors, products and/or completed operation, broad form property damage and SCU coverage, and a contractual liability endorsement. e Business Auto Policy: Shall have minimum limits of $300,000 per occurrence combined single limit for bodily injury liability and property damage liability. This shall include owned vehicles, hired and non-owned vehicles, and employee non-ownership. d. Pollution Liability Policy: Shall have minimum limits of $5,000,000 per occurrence combined single limit for bodily injury liability and property damage liability. This shall include premises and/or operations, independent contractors, products and/or operations, independent contractors, products and/or completed operation, broad form property damage and SCU coverage, and a contractual liability endorsement. Termination of Contract: The contract may be terminated by the City if (a) the Contractor fails to prosecute the work as directed within the time specified, (b) fails to perform the work in a manner satisfactory to the City, or (c) if the Contractor shall become insolvent or be declared bankrupt. 3. 4.2 The City Of Washington shall give notice in writing to the Contractor and his surety of such delay, neglect or default, specifying the same and if the Contractor within ten (10) days after such notice has not complied, the City Of Washington has full power and authority, without violating the contract to remove the work out of the hands of the Contractor and to appropriate or use any or all materials and equipment on the ground that may be suitable and acceptable. All costs and charges incurred by the City, together with the completion of the project shall be deducted from any monies due or which may become due to the Contractor. If the expenses incurred are greater than the amount which would be payable to the Contractor, then the Contractor and the Surety shall be liable and shall pay the City the amount of said excess. SUPPLEMENTARY GENERAL CONDITIONS: 3.1 3.2 Cleaning of Area: The Contractor at all times shall keep the premises free from an accumulation of waste materials or rubbish caused by his operations. At the completion of the work, the Contractor shall remove all waste materials and rubbish from and about the project as well as his tools, construction equipment, machinery and surplus materials and shall leave all surfaces broom clean or its equivalent. Contractor shall provide any and all equipment deemed necessary to complete work intended. CONTRACTOR SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 Contractor is required to comply with all current NCOSHA Safety and Health Standards that are applicable to the work being performed by the Contractor for the City Of Washington. The City shall have the right but not the obligation to stop work if a condition is observed that is considered immediately dangerous to the life or health of a Contractors employee. The job shall be closed until the situation is corrected. The Citys representative shall attempt to first contact the person designated by the Contactor to handle questions or situations concerning safety. However, the City does not have to allow this situation to persist to satisfy any requirement to contact this person. The City shall not be liable for any expense or damages incurred by the Contractor due to job closure that is the result of a condition that is immediately dangerous to life and health. 5. SITE SAFETY AUDIT: 5.1 The Citys Risk Manager or his/her designee shall have the right, but not the obligation, to periodically audit the Contractors job site to ensure compliance with the provisions of this contract. 6. ACCIDENT REPORTING REQUIREMENT: 6.1. Accidents that occur on the job site of a Contractor working for the City shall be reported to the Citys Risk Manager. SCOPE OF WORK The scope of work for this project shall include the following: Base Bid A. Alternate 1 A. The Base Bid scope of work for this project includes the removal and disposal of identified asbestos containing materials (ACM) and treatment of lead-based paints (LBP) from the interior of building and LBP on exterior fire escape as detailed in the accompanying specifications. Base Bid includes all work described in Alternates 1, 2, 3, and 4. Materials inside building are to be removed as regulated ACM inside negative pressure containment. Abatement Contractor shall coordinate scheduling and phasing with the Owner, Engineer, Developer and Abatement Designer. Refer to accompanying inspection reports and specifications for further details. The Alternate 1 scope of work for this project includes the removal and disposal of identified ACM from the building as detailed in these specifications (no lead-based paint remediation). See accompanying specifications for listing of ACM. Materials are to be removed as regulated ACM inside negative pressure containment. Abatement Contractor shall coordinate scheduling and phasing with the Owner, Engineer, Developer and Abatement Designer. Refer to accompanying inspection reports and specifications for further details. Alternate 2 A. Alternate 3 D. Alternate 4 A. The Alternate 2 scope of work for this project includes the treatment and/or removal and disposal of lead-based paint from the interior of the building. This Alternate may be chosen as a stand-alone project, or in combination with other Alternates. Material is to be removed using wet-scraping or chemical stripping methods. Abatement Contractor shall coordinate scheduling and phasing with the Owner, Engineer, Developer and Abatement Designer. Refer to accompanying inspection reports and specifications for further details. The Alternate 3 scope of work for this project includes the removal and disposal of lead-based paint from the metal fire-escape structure on the exterior of the building. This Alternate may be chosen as a stand-alone project, or in combination with other Alternates. Material is to be removed using wet-scraping or chemical stripping methods. Abatement Contractor shall coordinate scheduling and phasing with the Owner, Engineer, Developer and Abatement Designer. Refer to accompanying inspection reports and specifications for further details. The Alternate 4 scope of work for this project includes the removal and disposal of asbestos containing window caulking only. This Alternate may be chosen as a stand-alone project, or in combination with other Alternates. Material is to be removed as non-regulated ACM using non-friable methods. Abatement Contractor shall coordinate scheduling and phasing with the Owner, Engineer, Developer and Abatement Designer. Refer to accompanying inspection reports and specifications for further details. FORM OF BID By submitting this RFQ, the potential contractor certifies the following: > > > RFQ, Hold Harmless Statement for the City and is signed by an authorized representative of the firm. Can obtain insurance certificated as required in the specified length of time following the notice of award. Cost and availability of all equipment, materials and supplies associated with performing the services described here in have been determined and included in the proposed cost. All labor cost, direct and indirect, have been determined and included in the proposed cost. Contractor has inspected the sight and is familiar with all aspects of the project and the specifications required. Therefore, in compliance with the Request for Quote, and subject to all conditions herein, the undersigned offers and agrees, if this RFQ is accepted within specified date from the date of opening. Bidder: Address: City, State, Zip: Telephone Number: Fax: Cell: The following if applicable: Federal Employee Identification Number: NC Contractors License Number: Signed: Typed or printed name: Date: Title: City Of Washington Request For Quote For Former Hotel Louise Abatement The undersigned bidder hereby declares that he has carefully examined the requirements and specifications herein, has visited the site and examined all conditions affecting this project and will provide all materials, equipment and appurtenances required for the following sum(s): Total Cost (Base Bid) $ Total Cost (Alternate 1) $ Total Cost (Alternate 2) $ Total Cost (Alternate 3) $ Total Cost (Alternate 4) $ If Awarded This Project, the Tentative Start Date is: Number of Calendar Days to Complete Base Bid (all work): Number of Calendar Days Subtracted from Base Bid to Complete Alternate 1: Number of Calendar Days Subtracted from Base Bid to Complete Alternate 2: Number of Additional Calendar Days to Complete Alternate 3 only: Number of Additional Calendar Days to Complete Alternate 4 only: Bidder: SECTION 01043 PROJECT COORDINATION 1.01 GENERAL A. All asbestos abatement contractors will be licensed general contractors in either the specialty interior, building, unclassified or asbestos categories by the North Carolina Licensing Board of General Contractors and limited for at least the bid amount. B. The contractor shall be responsible for inspecting the site prior to bidding to confirm the scope of the work. Any quantities listed by the designer in the plans, specifications or survey are done so as approximations. The actual quantities of asbestos-containing material to be encountered are the responsibility of the contractor. Cc. The contractor shall furnish and is responsible for all costs including, but not limited to: permit fees, containment preparation, labor, materials, services, insurance, bonding, and equipment necessary to carry out the abatement operations and disposal of all asbestos material in accordance with the plans and specifications, the EPA and OSHA regulations, and any applicable state and local government regulations. D. The contractor/employer has and assumes the responsibility of proceeding in such a manner that he offers his employees a workplace free of recognized hazards causing or likely to cause death or serious injury. The contractor shall be responsible for performing this abatement and disposal so that airborne asbestos fiber levels do not exceed established levels. E. The contractor will be responsible for all costs associated with employee monitoring to meet the OSHA requirements. F. The contractor is responsible for all costs, including additional visits, should the engineer, designer, and/or the industrial hygiene firm determine that the contractor failed a final inspection. Notification and scheduling of the final inspection during the project is the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor will allow a minimum notice of 48 hours unless a different time frame is agreed upon by the engineer, designer, and the contractor. G. Contractor shall coordinate all asbestos removal and demolition activities with the owner, engineer, developer, and designer. Owner shall have continuous use of areas not included in the scope of this project. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 1.02 PERSONNEL Asbestos Abatement Personnel A. Supervisor 1. All supervisors shall be accredited by the Health Hazards Control Unit (HHCU). 2. All supervisors on the project shall have two years experience in the administration and supervision of asbestos abatement projects including work practices, protective measures for building and personnel, disposal procedures, etc. 3) One supervisor shall be provided for every 10 workers inside the containment. A minimum of one supervisor shall be provided per work area containment. 4. The contractor shall have at least one employee on the job site in either a foreman or supervisor's position who is bilingual in the appropriate languages when employing workers who do not speak fluent English. B. Worker 1. All workers shall be accredited by the HHCU. Cc. Competent Person Aa A competent person, as defined in the OSHA asbestos standard 29 CFR 1926.1101, employed by the contractor must be outside the work area at all times to monitor activity, ensure containment security, provide information to visitors, and provide access to the work area. 2. At least one employee of the contractor shall be trained in administering First Aid and CPR, and on site during any work activity. D. Employees 1. The contractor is responsible for the behavior of workers within his employment. If at any time during the contracted work, any of his employees are judged to exhibit behavior unfitting for the area or judged to be a nuisance by the owner, engineer, or designer, the contractor shall remove them immediately from the project. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 2. The contractor shall be responsible for compliance with the following concerning employee behavior: a. Under no circumstances are alcohol, drugs or any other type of controlled substances permitted on the property. b. All workers are restricted to the construction project site only. c. All vehicles must be parked in areas prearranged with the owner. d. All workers must conform to the following basic dress code when in public areas of the project confines: long pants, shirts, no tank tops, no shorts, no bare backs. e. The contractor is responsible for disposal of all trash brought on the property by his employees, including drink cans, bottles or other food containers and wrappers. 3. Failure to adhere to these rules could result in removal from the property and/or criminal prosecution. 1.03 PRE-JOB SUBMITTALS A. Submit one complete, electronic set of pre-job submittals to the engineer and designer at least 10 days prior to start of work. Work is prohibited until submittal package has been reviewed and approved by engineer and designer. A copy of the approved submittals shall be kept in a three-ring binder (project log) by the contractor at the project site in the clean room or in the on-site office of the contractor. 1. Notifications: Provide copies of Asbestos Notification for Demolition/Renovation (DEHNR 3768), which provide written notice to all required agencies, including North Carolina HHCU. Provide notification letters to local EMS, fire and police departments. 2. Employee List: Provide copies of lists of supervisors and workers, along with their accreditation cards, to be utilized on the project. 3. Permits: Provide copies of approval of a waste disposal site in compliance with 40 CFR 61.154. 4. Medical: Include individually signed and notarized forms by each worker to be utilized on the project documenting that each is actively involved in a company employee medical surveillance program. 5. Respirator Training: Copies of most recent fit testing records, individually signed for each worker to be utilized on the project. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina Initial Exposure Assessment: As required by the OSHA construction asbestos standard 29 CFR 1926.1101. Any other programs or training as outlined by the OSHA and EPA standards. Certificates of Insurance for coverage as described in the General Conditions. 1.04 POST-JOB SUBMITTALS A. Submit one complete, electronic set of post-job submittals to the engineer and designer following the final completion of the work. Requests for final payment will not be approved until the submittal package has been reviewed and approved by the engineer and designer. 1. Affidavits: Contractor's affidavit of payment of debts and claims, affidavit of release of liens, and consent of surety company to final payment. Manifest: North Carolina Asbestos Waste Shipment Record (DEHNR 3787) receipt from landfill operator which acknowledges the contractor's delivery(s) of waste material. Include date, quantity of material delivered and signature of authorized representative of landfill. Also, include name of waste transporter. Daily Log: A notarized copy of all daily logs showing the following: name, date, entering and leaving time, company or agency represented, reason for entry for all persons entering the work area, employee's daily air monitoring data as required by the OSHA standard and written comments by inspectors, industrial hygienists, designers and visitors. Worker Submittals: Provide copies of accreditations and medicals for all new workers utilized on the project. Special Reports: All documents generated under Section 01043.1.06. Certified payroll, registers, etc. to demonstrate compliance with the Davis- Bacon Act. 1.05 SPECIAL REPORTS A. General: Except as otherwise indicated, submit special reports to engineer and designer within one day of occurrence requiring special report, with copies to others affected by occurrence. Also keep a copy in the project log book. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina Reporting Unusual Events: When an event of unusual and significant nature occurs at site (examples: failure of negative pressure system, rupture of temporary enclosures), prepare and submit a special report to the engineer and designer immediately, listing chain of events, persons participating, response by contractor's personnel, evaluation of results or effects, and similar pertinent information. When such events are known or predictable in advance, advise engineer and designer in advance at earliest possible date. Reporting Accidents: Prepare and submit reports of significant accidents, at site and anywhere else work is in progress. Record and document date and actions; comply with industry standards for reporting accidents. For this purpose, a significant accident is defined to include events where personal injury is sustained, or property loss of substance is sustained, or where the event posed a significant threat of loss or personal injury. 1.06 CONTINGENCY PLAN A. Contingency Plan: Prepare a contingency plan for emergencies including fire, accident, power failure, negative pressure system failure, supplied air system failure (if applicable), evacuation of injured persons for both life threatening and non-life threatening, or any other event that may require modification or abridgment of decontamination or work area isolation procedures. Include in plan specific procedures for decontamination or work area isolation. Note that nothing in this specification should impede safe exiting or providing of adequate medical attention in the event of an emergency. Keep these plans in the on-site office. Post outside/in clean room of Personnel Decontamination Unit: 1. Telephone numbers and locations of emergency services including but not limited to, fire, ambulance, doctor, hospital, police, power company, telephone company and the North Carolina HHCU. 2. A copy of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for any chemicals used during the asbestos project. 3. The contractor shall post asbestos signs in each appropriate language as per the OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 standard. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01092 CODES AND REGULATIONS 1.01 REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS The contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to work practices, hauling, disposal, and protection of workers, visitors to the site, and persons occupying areas adjacent to the site. Unless modified by this project specification, all specifications for stripping, removal, repair and disposal work shall conform to the following specifications and standards, as applicable, as if completely reproduced herein. A. The following regulations published by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): t. "National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Asbestos," 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart M. "General Provisions," 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart A. "Guidance for Controlling Asbestos-Containing Materials in Buildings" June 1985. (EPA # 560/5-85-024). "Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools," 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E including appendices. B. The following regulations published by the U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA: 1. Occupational Exposure to Asbestos, Tremolite, Anthophyllite, and Actinolite; Final Rules, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 1001 and Part 1926, Section 1101 of the Code of Federal Regulations. 2. Respiratory Protection, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 134 of the Code of Federal Regulations. 3. Construction Industry, Title 29, Part 1926, of the Code of Federal Regulations. 4, Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 20 of the Code of Federal Regulations. 5. Hazard Communication, Title 29, Part 1926, Section 59 of the Code of Federal Regulations. 6. Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 145 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina Cc. The following regulations published by North Carolina state agencies: 1. North Carolina Asbestos Hazard Management Program Rules as adopted by 15A NCAC 19C .0600. 2. "North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry," 29 CFR Part 1926 as adopted by T13 NCAC 07F .0201, and shipyard T13:07F.0500. 3. North Carolina General Statutes, Chapter 95, 97, 130. D. The following documents published by the American National Standards Institute: 4. "Fundamentals Governing the Design and Operation of Local Exhaust Systems," Z9.2-1979. 2. "American National Standard for Respiratory Protection Respiratory Use - Physical Qualifications for Personnel," Z88.6-1984. 3. "Practices for Respiratory Protection," Z88.2-1992. 1.02 NOTICES A. The contractor shall notify the following offices in writing within the time frame specified by the NESHAP regulations prior to beginning any asbestos removal operations. 1. State Agencies Health Hazards Control Unit N.C. Department of Health and Human Services -OEEB Division of Public Health (Regular Mail) (UPS, Fed Ex, etc.) 1912 Mail Service Center Room D-21 Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1912 5505 Six Forks Road Telephone: (919) 707-5950 Raleigh, NC 27609 Fax: (919) 870-4808 N.C. Department of Labor Division of Occupational Safety and Health 319 Chapanoke Road, Suite 105 Raleigh, N.C. 27603-3432 Telephone: 1-800-LABOR-NC or (919) 662-4602 Fax: (919) 662-4625 Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 2. Emergency Departments Notify the local emergency medical services, police and fire departments in writing of the type and scope of work being performed and request these departments make an inspection prior to beginning the work. 3. Licenses Maintain current licenses for contractor and accreditation for workers and supervisors as required by applicable State or local jurisdictions for the removal, transporting, disposal or other regulated activity relative to the work of this contract. 4. Contractor is responsible for payment of all permit fees required for this project. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01410 AIR MONITORING - INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE FIRM 1.01 GENERAL A. The engineer shall be responsible for the coordination and/or contracting of an industrial hygiene firm. Services of the industrial hygiene firm will be paid by the owner. B. Air monitoring shall be done under the direct supervision of a North Carolina accredited supervising air monitor (SAM), except for sampling performed by the contractor to satisfy OSHA requirements. The Contractor is responsible for the personnel monitoring and sample analysis in order to comply with OSHA regulations. 1.02 DESCRIPTION OF WORK A. The industrial hygiene firm shall offer expertise to the engineer, developer, designer and contractor, but is not directly responsible for the performance of the job. B. At the job site, the industrial hygiene firm is expected to observe, be aware, and comment on general work site conditions and activities as they relate to the specifications and profession of industrial hygiene, and make recommendations in writing to the engineer, developer, designer and contractor. Cc. The industrial hygiene firm has the authority to direct the contractor relative to safety and environmental concerns. This includes stopping the work if necessary. All directions and comments made by the industrial hygiene firm to the contractor shall be written with a copy to the engineer, developer, and designer. D. The SAM shall approve any change in contractor's respiratory protection. This includes a review of the historical data. E. At the completion of the project, the industrial hygiene firm shall prepare a report describing the assessment of the project, all air monitoring data, acceptance letters, calibration records, and a description of the project as it proceeded to completion and submit electronic copies of the report to the engineer, developer, and designer. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 1.01 1.02 1.03 SECTION 01503 TEMPORARY FACILITIES GENERAL A. Contractor shall provide all utility connections (water, electrical, and toilet) as necessary to carry out the work. Use qualified tradesmen for installation of temporary services and facilities. Locate, modify and extend temporary services and facilities where they will serve the project adequately and result in minimum interference with the performance of the work. The contractor shall lock and tag out all electrical and HVAC equipment in the asbestos abatement area. The contractor shall verify that the power and HVAC have been locked and tagged out prior to beginning work. WATER SERVICE A. Owner shall supply a source of water. Contractor bears all expense of heating and getting water to the work and decontamination areas. Supply hot and cold water to the decontamination unit in accordance with Section 01563. Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. After completion of use, connections and fittings shall be removed without damage or alteration to existing water piping and equipment. ELECTRICAL SERVICE A. General: Comply with applicable NEMA, NEC and UL standards and governing state and local regulations for materials and layout of temporary electric service. Owner has provided temporary electrical service consisting of 16 outlets per floor. Ground Fault Protection: Provide receptacle outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters, reset button and pilot light, for plug-in connection of power tools and equipment. Provide a weatherproof, grounded temporary electric power service and distribution system of sufficient size, capacity and power characteristics to accommodate performance of work during the construction period. When necessary, install temporary lighting adequate to provide sufficient illumination for safe work and traffic conditions in every area of work. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina E. Provide services of an electrician, on a standby basis, to service electrical needs during the abatement process. F. Provide additional power service and distribution service, consisting of individual dedicated 15 amp 120 volt circuits to electrical drops with receptacle outlets equipped with ground fault interrupt protection, color coded for the exclusive use of the industrial hygiene firm. Provide a minimum of five drops per containment inside work area. 1.04 FIRST AID A. A minimum of one first aid kit shall be located in the clean room. Additional first aid kits as the contractor feels is adequate or is required by law shall be located throughout the work area. 1.05 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS A. Comply with the applicable recommendations of NFPA Standard 10 - "Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers" and 29 CFR 1926 Subpart F. Locate fire extinguishers where they are most convenient and effective for their intended purpose, but provide not less than one extinguisher in each work area equipment room and one in the clean room of the personnel decontamination unit. 1.06 TOILET FACILITIES A. Provide temporary toilet facilities to be used by contractor's employees. Location of toilet facilities shall be approved by owner. 1.07 PARKING A. Park only in areas designated by the owner. 1.08 BUILDING SECURITY A. Maintain personnel on-site at all times any portion of the work areas are open or not properly secured. Secure work areas completely at the end of each day. 1.09 STORAGE A. Supply temporary storage required for storage of equipment and materials for duration of project. Trailer and storage dumpsters will be maintained in areas designated by the owner. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01513 NEGATIVE PRESSURE SYSTEM 1.01 GENERAL The use of a negative pressure enclosure system is necessary for the removal of regulated asbestos-containing materials. A. High efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter exhaust systems equipped with new HEPA filters for each containment shall be used. Exhaust equipment and systems shall comply with ANSI Z9.2-79 and used according to manufacturer's recommendations. B. A system of HEPA-equipped air filtration devices shall be configured so that a pressure differential is established between the work area and the surrounding area (-0.02 to -0.04" water column). A continuous chart-recorded manometer shall be used to confirm this condition. Cc. Additional air filtration devices shall be provided inside the work area for emergency standby as well as for circulation of dead air spaces. D. The pressure differential shall be maintained at all times after preparation is complete and until the final visual inspection and air tests confirm the area is clean and acceptable for occupancy and until the designer confirms verbally with written follow-up to discontinue the use of the negative pressure system. E. Air shall be exhausted outside the building. Any variations must be approved by the designer. Locations of negative air exhaust shall be approved by owner and designer. F. The contractor shall check daily for leaks and log his checks in the bound log book. This includes checks internal to air-moving devices. G. There shall be a minimum of four air changes per hour in any containment. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01526 WORK AREA PREPARATION 1.01 GENERAL A. on Asbestos Before work begins in an area, a decontamination unit must be in operation as outlined in Section 01563. Completely isolate the work area from other parts of the building so as to prevent contamination beyond the isolated area. Temporary facilities shall be addressed as outlined in Section 01503. The 1.02 Work Area Preparation for Regulated ACM Removal A. Before work begins in an area, a decontamination unit must be in operation as outlined in Section 01563. Completely isolate the work area from other parts of the building so as to prevent contamination beyond the isolated area. Temporary facilities shall be addressed as outlined in Section 01503. The contractor shall set up a work area, load out, and decontamination area as described in the specifications. Any variations must be approved by the designer. The decontamination facility shall consist of a change room, shower room and equipment room as described in Section 01563. Critical Barriers: The contractor shall thoroughly seal (2-layers of 6-mil polyethylene sheeting) the work area for the duration of the work by completely sealing off all individual openings and fixtures in the work area, including, but not limited to, heating and ventilation ducts, doorways, corridors, windows, skylights and lighting, with polyethylene sheeting taped securely in place. If the contractor is using sealant materials to fill in small holes or cracks, the material shall have appropriate fire ratings. The contractor shall install one layer of 4-mil polyethylene sheeting on walls and ceilings within the work area. A layer of 6-mil polyethylene sheeting shall be installed on floor areas where flooring is not being abated. No water may be left standing on the floor at the end of the work day. Fixtures, finishes, or coverings, etc., that in the contractor's opinion will likely be damaged by water or that may become contaminated with asbestos, shall have Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina additional protective preparation as the contractor sees appropriate, at his cost, to protect the original condition of the surfaces. L. Any costs associated with physical damage caused by water or securing polyethylene sheeting to areas inside or outside the abatement area shall be the contractor's responsibility. J. The contractor shall establish and mark emergency and fire exits from the work area. Emergency procedures shall have priority over established decontamination entry and exit procedures. Audible and visible fire and emergency evacuation alarms shall be installed so as to be heard and seen throughout the entire work area. K. Integrity of these seals shall be regularly checked and maintained by the contractor. L. After work area preparation, the contractor shall notify the engineer and designer verbally with written follow-up that he is ready for a pre-work inspection. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01560 WORKER PROTECTION 1.01 GENERAL A. Provide worker protection as required by OSHA, state and local standards applicable to the work. Contractor is solely responsible for enforcing worker protection requirements at least equal to those specified in this Section. B. Each time the work area is entered the contractor shall require all persons to remove all street clothes in the changing room of the personnel decontamination unit and put on new disposable coverall, new head cover, and a clean respirator. Proceed through shower room to equipment room and put on work boots. Cc. Workers shall not eat, drink, smoke, chew gum or chew tobacco in the work area, the equipment room, the load out area, or the clean room. 1.02 WORKER TRAINING A. Train all workers in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 and North Carolina state regulations regarding the dangers inherent in handling asbestos, breathing asbestos dust, proper work procedures and personal and area protective measures. 1.03 MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS A. Provide medical examinations for all workers. Examination shall as a minimum meet OSHA requirements as set forth in 29 CFR 1926. 1.04 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING A. Provide disposable full-body coveralls and disposable head covers, and require that they be worn by all workers in the work area. Provide a sufficient number for all required changes, for all workers in the work area. B. Boots: Provide work boots with non-skid soles and, where required by OSHA, foot protection for all workers. Cc. Gloves: Provide work gloves to all workers and require that they be worn at the appropriate times. Do not remove gloves from work area. Dispose of work gloves as asbestos-contaminated waste at the completion of the project. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 1.05 ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT A. Disposable coveralls, head covers and footwear covers shall be provided by the contractor for the owner, engineer, designer, Industrial hygiene firm and other authorized representatives who may inspect the job site. 1.06 DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURES A. Require that all workers use the following decontamination procedure as a minimum requirement whenever leaving the work area: 1. Remove disposable coveralls, disposable head covers, and disposable footwear covers or boots in the equipment room. 2. Still wearing respirators, proceed to showers. Showering is mandatory. Care must be taken to follow reasonable procedures in removing the respirator to avoid asbestos fibers while showering. The following procedure is required as a minimum: a. Thoroughly wet body including hair and face. b. With respirator still in place thoroughly wash body, hair, respirator face piece, and all exterior parts of the respirator. G Take a deep breath, hold it and/or exhale slowly, completely wet hair, face and respirator. While still holding breath, remove respirator and hold it away from face before starting to breathe. d. Carefully wash face piece of respirator inside and out. e. Shower completely with soap and water; rinse thoroughly. f. Rinse shower room walls and floor prior to exit. g. Proceed from shower to changing (clean) room and change into street clothes or new disposable work items. 3. After showering, each employee shall inspect, clean and repair his respirator as needed. The respirator shall be dried, placed in a suitable storage bag and properly stored. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 1.01 1.02 SECTION 01562 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION DESCRIPTION OF WORK A. Instruct and train each worker involved in asbestos abatement in proper respirator use and require that each worker always wear a respirator, properly fitted on the face, in the work area from the start of any operation which may cause airborne asbestos fibers until the work area is completely decontaminated. Use respiratory protection appropriate for the fiber level encountered in the workplace or as required for other toxic or oxygen-deficient situations encountered. GENERAL A. Provide workers with personally issued and marked respiratory equipment approved by NIOSH and MSHA and suitable for the asbestos exposure level in the work areas according to OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.1101 and other possible contaminants employees might be exposed to during the project. Provide respiratory protection from the time the first operation involved in the project requires contact with asbestos-containing materials (including construction of decontamination units, construction of airtight barriers/barricades, and placing of plastic sheeting on walls) until acceptance of final air clearance test results by the industrial hygiene firm. The minimum respiratory protection for the removal of ACM shall be a half-face negative pressure air purifying respirators as described by 29 CFR 1926.1101 with P100 filters. The contractor may submit a new exposure assessment (as per 29 CFR 1926.1101) to the SAM with a request to downgrade to less protective respirators. The SAM will make a recommendation to the engineer and designer, who will issue a decision in writing to the contractor approving or denying his request. If the contractor disagrees with the decision, then the representative air sampling data may be reviewed by the HHCU for a final decision. Respirator fit testing shall be performed as a minimum at the beginning of the project, at any change in respiratory protection equipment, and at any time during the project if requested by the employee or SAM. Fit testing is to be performed by one of the methods listed in the 29 CFR 1926.1101, Appendix C. Do not allow the use of single-use, disposable or quarter-face respirators for any purpose. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023, Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01563 DECONTAMINATION UNITS 1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK The use of a negative pressure enclosure system is required for this project. A. Contractor shall comply with 29 CFR 1926.1101, specifically paragraph (j) Hygiene facilities and practices for employees. 1.02 GENERAL Provide separate personnel decontamination units and equipment/loadout decontamination units when practical. Asbestos A. Personnel Decontamination Unit 1. Provide a Remote Personnel Decontamination Unit consisting of a serial arrangement of connected rooms or spaces, changing room, shower room, equipment room. Each shall be separated by a minimum of three curtain doorways. Require all persons without exception to pass through this decontamination unit for entry into and exiting from the work area for any purpose. Do not remove equipment or materials through Personnel Decontamination Unit. 2, Provide temporary lighting within decontamination units as necessary to reach an adequate lighting level. 3. Maintain floor of changing room dry and clean at all times. Do not allow the overflow water from the shower to escape the shower room. 4, Damp wipe all surfaces twice after each shift change with a disinfectant solution. 5. Provide hot and cold water, drainage and standard fixtures including an elevated shower head as necessary for a complete and operable shower. A water hose and bucket is not an acceptable shower. 6. Arrange water shut off and drain pump operation controls so that a single individual can shower without assistance from either inside or outside of the work area. 7. Pump shower waste water to drain. Provide 15 micron and 5 micron waste water filters in line to drain. Change filters daily or more often if necessary. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 8. Visual Barrier: Where the decontamination area is immediately adjacent to and within view of occupied areas or the exterior of the building, provide a visual barrier of opaque plastic sheeting so that worker privacy is maintained and work procedures are not visible to building occupants. Where the area adjacent to the decontamination area is accessible to the public, construct a solid barrier on the public side of the sheeting to protect the sheeting. Construct barrier with wood or metal studs, max. 16 inches on center, covered with minimum 5/8 inch fire treated plywood. B. Equipment Decontamination Units: 1. Provide an equipment decontamination unit consisting of a serial arrangement of rooms, clean room, holding area, and washroom, each room separated by a minimum of three curtain doorways, for removal of equipment and material from work area. Do not allow personnel to enter or exit work area through equipment decontamination unit. Washroom: Provide washroom for cleaning of bagged or drummed asbestos-containing waste materials passed from the work area. Holding Area: Provide holding area as a drop location for sealed drums and bagged asbestos-containing materials passed from the washroom. Clean Room: Provide clean room to isolate the holding area from the building exterior or occupied areas. Equipment or Material: Obtain all equipment or material from the work area through the equipment decontamination unit according to the following procedure: a. When passing contaminated equipment, sealed plastic bags, drums or containers into the washroom, close all doorways of the equipment decontamination unit, other than the doorway between the work area and the washroom. Keep all outside personnel clear of the equipment decontamination unit. b. Once inside the washroom, wet-clean the bags and/or equipment. c. When cleaning is complete, insert bagged material into a clean bag/drum during the pass between the washroom and holding area. Close all doorways except the doorway between the washroom and holding area. d. Workers from the building exterior enter the clean room then the holding area to remove decontaminated equipment and/or containers for disposal. Require these workers to wear full protective clothing and respiratory protection as described in Section 01562. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina e. Bagged material shall be placed in a buggy lined with 2 layers of six-mil polyethylene sheeting. Once buggy is full, drape one layer of six-mil polyethylene sheeting over waste in preparation for transport. Cc. Decontamination Unit Contamination: 1. If the air quality in the decontamination unit exceeds 0.01 fibers per cc analyzed by PCM or 70 structures per mm squared analyzed by TEM or its integrity is diminished through use as determined by the designer or industrial hygiene firm, no employee shall use the unit until corrective steps are taken and approved by the designer and industrial hygiene firm. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01711 PROJECT DECONTAMINATION 1.01 GENERAL A. Carry out a first cleaning of all surfaces of the work area including plastic sheeting, tools, scaffolding and/or staging by use of damp-cleaning and mopping and/or a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter vacuum until there is no visible debris from removed materials or residue on plastic sheeting or other surfaces. Do not perform dry-dusting or dry-sweeping. Equipment shall be cleaned and all contaminated materials removed before removing polyethlene from the walls and floors. The contractor shall replace all prefilters and clean the inside and outside of the HEPA exhaust units if used. After cleaning the work area, the contractor shall allow the area to thoroughly dry and then wet-clean and/or HEPA vacuum all surfaces in work area again. At the completion of the cleaning operation, the contractor's supervisor shall perform a complete visual inspection of the work area to ensure that the work area is dust and fiber free. If the supervisor believes he is ready for a final project decontamination inspection, he shall notify the engineer and designer. The designer shall contact the industrial hygiene firm and advise the firm of the final project decontamination inspection requested by the contractor. Work area clearance is described in section 01714. Final project decontamination inspection includes the visual inspection and air monitoring clearance for regulated work areas. Visual inspection for acceptance shall be performed after all areas are dry. The industrial hygiene firm shall perform the final visual inspection and conduct the final air clearance. Any discrepancies found shall be documented in the form of a punch list. Final air sampling shall not commence until the visual inspection is completed and passed. If the industrial hygiene firm, engineer, or the designer finds that the work area has not been adequately decontaminated, cleaning and/or air monitoring shall be repeated at the contractor's expense, including additional industrial hygiene fees, until the work area is in compliance. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina K. After the work area is found to be in compliance, all entrances and exits shall be unsealed and the plastic sheeting, tape and any other trash and debris shall be disposed of in sealable plastic bags (6 mil minimum) and disposed of as outlined in Section 02084. Ls Contractor shall remove all polyethylene sheeting, tape, and any trash or debris after hours or on weekends. M. All HEPA unit intakes and exhausts shall be wrapped with six mil polyethlene before leaving the work area. N. After the industrial hygiene firm has approved the final project decontamination and the contractor has completed the tear down for occupancy by others, the designer shall perform the project final inspection as outlined in the general conditions. 0. Any residual asbestos that may be present after removing critical barriers, that in the designers judgment should have been cleaned during the precleaning phase prior to installing critical barriers, shall be cleaned and cleared at the contractor's expense. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 01714 WORK AREA CLEARANCE 1.01 GENERAL A. Notification and scheduling of the final inspection during the project is the responsibility of the contractor. B. Each floor will be abated under separate containment. Clearance shall be achieved in one area before abatement may proceed in the next. 1.02 FINAL CLEARANCE TESTING Asbestos A. After the second cleaning operation and after the area is completely dry, the following procedure test shall be performed: 1. A final visual inspection shall be conducted by the industrial hygiene firm. The inspection shall be conducted following the guidelines set forth in the American Society for Testing and Materials, Standard Practices for Visual Inspection of Asbestos Abatement Projects, Designation: E1368.90. If regulated work areas are found visibly clean, air samples may be collected by the industrial hygiene firm. CLEARANCE CRITERIA Asbestos Abatement Visual Inspection and TEM Clearance per containment 2. The industrial hygiene firm shall report the final air sampling clearance results to the engineer, designer and contractor within 48 hours of sample receipt by the lab. 3. The use of the negative pressure system may be discontinued after the industrial hygiene firm instructs the contractor that he has passed the final project decontamination inspection. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina 1.01 1.02. SECTION 02080 ASBESTOS REMOVAL GENERAL A. Prior to starting asbestos removal, the contractor's equipment, work area and decontamination units will be inspected and approved by the developer and designer. Once the Abatement Contractor assumes control of the project site, the site will be deemed regulated in accordance with the OSHA asbestos regulations. Only representatives of the Abatement Contractor, Engineer, Designer, and/or Industrial Hygiene Firm will be allowed to have access to the building. All loose asbestos material removed in the work area shall be adequately wet, bagged, sealed and labeled properly before personnel breaks or end of shift. All plastic sheeting, tape, cleaning material, clothing and all other disposable material or items used in the work area shall be packed into sealable plastic bags (6 mil minimum) and treated as contaminated material. All material shall be double-bagged. All excess water (except shower water) shall be combined with removed material or other absorptive material and properly disposed of as per EPA regulations. Contractor shall not place water in storm drains, onto lawns, or into ditches, creeks, streams, rivers or oceans. SCOPE OF WORK Base Bid A. The Base Bid scope of work for this project includes the removal and disposal of identified ACM and treatment of LBP in the interior of building as detailed in these specifications. All quantities provided in these documents are estimates. The Abatement Contractor is responsible for verifying actual quantities of all materials prior to bidding. Additional compensation for removal of additional materials will not be considered. Materials are to be removed as regulated ACM inside negative pressure containment. Abatement Contractor and Property Developer will attempt to identify and locate all ACM during a pre-construction walkthrough. Any demolition of additional interior finishes necessary to access ACM will be approved by the Property Developer prior to demolition. Demolition of interior finishes to access materials is anticipated, and the responsibility of the Abatement Contractor. Abatement Contractor shall coordinate scheduling and phasing with Property Developer, Owner, and Abatement Designer. Refer to accompanying inspection reports and specifications for further details. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina D. The following Asbestos Containing Materials are included in the Base Bid: TYPE OF MATERIAL LOCATION TYPE AND MATERIAL AND APPROXIMATE PERCENTAGE OF QUANTITY ASBESTOS Leveling Compound First Floor Pharmacy Compound: NAD Mastic (1,500 sqft) Mastic: 5% Chrysotile 12x12 Beige FT w/ First Floor Pharmacy Tile: NAD Gray Mottling Rear Section Mastic: 5% Chrysotile (100 sqft) 12x12 Brown FT First Floor Pharmacy Tile: 3% Chrysotile Stone Pattern Rear Section Mastic: 5% Chrysotile (440 sqft) 9x9 Green Floor Tile First Floor Pharmacy Tile: 5% Chrysotile Rear Section Felt: NAD (100 sqft) Mastic: 2% Chrysotile 9x9 Cream Floor Tile First Floor Pharmacy Tile: 5% Chrysotile Rear Section Backing: NAD (100 sqft) Mastic: 2% Chrysotile Tan Vinyl Sheet First Floor Laundry and 30% Chrysotile Flooring Washroom (@ebble Pattern) (300 sqft) Wall Texture Throughout Property 2% Chrysotile (Large Texture) (40,000 sqft) Thermal System Basement, Pipe Chases and 75% Chrysotile Insulation Walls (Air-Cell) (1,500 Inft) (Unknown Amount in Chases and Walls Due to Inaccessibility) Tan Vinyl Sheet Suite Bathrooms/Kitchens 30% Chrysotile Flooring (1,400 sqft) (Swirl w/ Gold Fleck) Thermal System Basement, Pipe Chases and 60% Chrysotile Insulation Walls (Mudded Elbows) (Quantity Unknown Due to Inaccessibility) Ceiling Texture Throughout Property 3% Chrysotile (20,000 sqft) Wall Texture Throughout Property 2-3% Chrysotile (Rough Texture on (20,000 sqft) Plaster) White Vinyl Sheet Suite 200 Kitchen 30% Chrysotile Flooring (200 sqft) (Square/Floral Patten) Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina TYPE OF MATERIAL LOCATION TYPE AND MATERIAL AND APPROXIMATE PERCENTAGE OF QUANTITY ASBESTOS Second Layer Vinyl Suite 306 Bathroom 30% Chrysotile Sheet Flooring (50 sqft) Ceiling Texture Rear Section of Property 3% Chrysotile (10,000 sqft) Wall Texture Rear Section of Property 3% Chrysotile (20,000 sqft) Transite Panels Attic (Elevator Shaft) and 20% Chrysotile Basement (Door/Casing) (200 sqft) Boiler Insulation Basement 55% Chrysotile (300 sqft) Tank Insulation Basement 55% Chrysotile (300 sqft) Exterior Window Exterior Windows (Front and 3-10% Chrysotile Caulk Rear Sections) (3,800 Inft) *Wallboard and Joint Throughout 1% Chrysotile Compound *Wall Texture On Wallboard 1% Chrysotile * These items are to be abated where necessary to access other identified ACM. 1.03 ACM REMOVAL PROCEDURES A. Regulated removal of asbestos-containing materials shall be performed utilizing a negative pressure enclosure: 1. Contractor shall mist asbestos-containing materials with a fine mist of amended _ water. Continue misting asbestos-containing materials throughout the removal process. Once asbesios-containing materials are adequately wet, contractor shall remove manageable sections, and place directly into appropriate bags for disposal. Contractor shall not allow asbestos-containing materials to accumulate on floor. Contractor shall clean work area as specified in section 01711. After final cleaning has been performed, contractor shall coordinate with the air monitor and designer for scheduling final visual observations. When not in use, all windows will remain closed or covered with % plywood from the inside. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications Former Hotel Louise March 1, 2023 Washington, North Carolina 6. All floor coverings are to be removed throughout to underlying wood subflooring, with the exception of the ceramic tile in the kitchens and bathrooms. Ceramic floor tiles are to be cleaned and remain in place. 7. The existing sprinkler system is to remain in place. The Contractor is responsible for any damage to the system that occurs during the project. 8. All wood lath, metal lath, nails, screws, etc. may remain after wall and ceiling demolition. All remaining materials are to be cleaned and encapsulated with White Fiberlock Lead Barrier Compound, after final visual inspection. 9. The Abatement Contractor is not responsible for replacement of abated materials (i.e. window caulking or weather protection). Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 02084 DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING WASTE MATERIAL 1.01 Asbestos A. All asbestos materials and miscellaneous asbestos contaminated debris shall be properly sealed and protected, and the loadout vehicle/dumpster shall be locked, while located on the facility site and then transported to a predesignated disposal site in accordance with 40 CFR 61.150 and DOT 49 CFR Parts 100-399. An enclosed vehicle will be used to haul waste material to the disposal site. No rental vehicles or trailers shall be used. Vehicle selection, vehicle covers and work practices shall assure that no asbestos becomes airborne during the loading, transport and unloading activity, and that material is placed in the waste site without breaking any seals. Waste disposal polyethylene bags (6 mil) and containers, non-porous (steel/plastic) drums or equivalent, with labels, appropriate for storing asbestos waste during transportation to the disposal site shall be used. In addition to the OSHA labeling requirements, all containers shall be labeled with the name of the waste generator and the location at which the waste was generated. The contractor shall transport the containers and bags of waste material to the approved waste disposal site. The sealed plastic bags shall be placed into the burial site unless the bags have been broken or damaged. Upon the landfill's approval damaged bags shall be left in the non-porous containers and the entire contaminated package shall be buried. Workers loading and unloading the asbestos will wear respirators and disposable clothing when handling material. Asbestos warning signs shall be posted during loading and unloading of asbestos waste. The contractor shall use the HHCU's Waste Shipment Record for disposal records as per 40 CFR 61.150 and distribute a copy of all waste shipment records to the engineer and designer and the HHCU after the completion of the project. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 02090 LEAD-BASED PAINT ABATEMENT/STABILIZATION 1.01 GENERAL A. Prior to starting lead-based paint abatement activities, the contractor's equipment, work area and hand and decontamination units will be inspected and approved by the engineer and designer. B. All loose lead-based paint/chips released from components shall be bagged, sealed and labeled properly before personnel breaks or end of shift. Cc. The Contractor shall review the following scope of work for the address listed. D. Paint chips found on the ground at the exterior perimeter of the facility shall be removed and disposed of prior to exterior abatement/enclosure activities. EB. All waste generated by this project shall be treated as hazardous waste unless Toxicity Characteristic Leachate Procedure (TCLP) testing indicates leachable lead concentration less than five parts per million. Contractor is responsible for cost of TCLP testing. F. Work areas to be kept clean and organized at all times with tools and equipment secured at the end of each day. G. Prior to the commencement of work the Contractor, along with occupants and representatives of the Health & Safety Consultants shall meet on site to review project. 1.02 LEAD BASED PAINT REMEDIATION A. Interior Painted components (non-asbestos) that will be affected by asbestos abatement shall be removed and disposed of as construction debris. Lead paint found on asbestos-containing materials shall be abated and disposed of as asbestos waste. With the exception of the exterior fire escape, no exterior lead paint work is included in the project. B. Remaining Plaster Walls and Ceiling (non-asbestos) Wet scrape loose and flaking paint and encapsulate. Repair surface as necessary. C. Deteriorated building components (walls, ceilings, doors, casings, sills, moldings, etc.) or portions thereof, may be demolished instead of scraping and encapsulating. D. Encapsulated all painted materials in the Basement, First Floor, and Fire Escape (if conducted) with White Fiberlock Lead Barrier Compound (LBC), including tin ceiling and crown molding. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina E: Encapsulated all painted materials in the Second through Fourth Floors with Antique Linen Fiberlock Lead Barrier Compound (LBC). Lead-Based Paint Removal (Chemical Stripping Method Option) 1. Contractor may use chemical stripping (EPA approved caustic stripper) methods to remove lead-based paint from the exterior fire escape. Contractor shall provide engineer and designer with MSDS prior to work. Follow manufacturer's directions for application. After paint has been removed, contractor shall ensure all surfaces have been neutralized. Lead abatement contractor shall prepare surfaces to be finished to ensure a satisfactory appearance. Re-painting shall be performed by others. LBP removal shall be conducted until a level of no visible paint, paint chips, dust or debris is achieved on the substrates, horizontal, and vertical surfaces. Abated surfaces shall test below 1.0 mg/cm2 by XRF. All wood components which may be deteriorated beyond practical means of LBP abatement will be removed instead of abated. Interior Throughout Building: 1) Clean entire building as required by section 01711. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina SECTION 02094 LEAD WASTE DISPOSAL 1.01 GENERAL A. TCLP Test. Testing on lead-based paint abatement waste materials by use of the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching procedure (TCLP) will be completed and paid by the Contractor, and results shall be supplied to the engineer and designer. Testing results on most building components have been performed by the Consultant and are attached to this contract specification. B. EPA ID Numbers. The contractor shall apply for an EPA identification number from the appropriate office; if more than 100 kg of hazardous waste will be generated from the abatement process during any calendar month. If less than 100 kg is to be generated, the contractor shall obtain a Small Quantity Generator RCRA Hazardous Material ID number. The Designer will assist the chosen contractor in contacting the appropriate office to secure the identification number. The contractor also has the responsibility to coordinate this action through the State and secure any additional number as required. Cc. Storage Requirements. Any item found to be hazardous, by way of testing, shall be kept in a secured area or lockable container that is inaccessible to all persons other than abatement personnel. All hazardous waste shall be labeled Hazardous Waste - Contains Lead and a date that the contractor began to collect waste in that container. All hazardous and non-hazardous waste shall be kept in totally and completely separate containers. Until TCLP testing proves an item to be non-hazardous, all items shall be considered hazardous and stored in a secured area or lockable container. D. Regulations. The contractor will be required to comply with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and/or any other applicable state, county law, regulation and/or guidelines, whichever is most stringent. Ei Waste Handling. Workers loading and unloading waste will wear respirators and disposable clothing when handling material. F. Waste Transportation. If the contractor is not a RCRA/DOT/EPA Certified Hazardous Waste Transporter, a contract shall be entered into with a certified transporter to move the waste. The contractor shall require the certified hazardous waste transport firm to follow RCRA, DOT, EPA, and any/all other applicable regulations. Many transporters are also capable of supplying pertinent information and services applicable to necessary rules, regulations, and specifications. The certified transporter/hauler shall submit for designer approval of their qualifications to perform the work as specified herein. The contractor shall be responsible for all actions of the waste hauler as pertaining to waste removal and disposal under this Section and all EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina G. Disposal Documentation. The contractor must supply documents that detail the site(s) to be used for ultimate waste disposal. Documents from these disposal sites must be supplied by the contractor to the engineer and designer from the disposal facilities. In addition, the contractor must submit documents from these sites proving that they are licensed/permitted to accept such waste and will accept the waste proposed by the contractor for treatment or ultimate disposal. H. Waste Containers. The contractor will comply with EPA and DOT regulations for waste containers. The contractor shall contact the state and local authorities to determine their criteria for containers. In the case of any conflict in regulations, the more stringent regulation shall apply. Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina APPENDIX A PREWORK ASBESTOS INSPECTION CHECKLIST Name of State Facility: Project Name: Project ID Number: Date of Inspection: Pass: Fail: A. DOCUMENTS YES NO 1) Asbestos Removal Permit/NESHAP Notification 2) Accreditation Documents for Workers & Supervisors 3) Asbestos Plans and Specifications 4) Air Monitoring Data 5) Waste Shipment Records 6) Sign-in Sheets and Bound Book for Comments 7) Calibration Record for Grade D Air 8) Items listed in Section 01043 of Specification ITT TTL B. PPE SUPPLIES 1) Tyvek Clothing 2) Rubber Boots 3) Respirators with HEPA Filters Cc. CLEAN ROOM 1) Entry Curtains 2) Emergency Phone Numbers Posted 3) First Aid Kit 4) Asbestos Signs 5) Decontamination Procedures Posted 6) Fire Extinguisher D. SHOWER ROOM 1) Polyethlene Curtains 2) Hot/Cold Water & Operational 3) Soap & Towels 4) Waste Water Filter Pump Operational 5) Extra Five Micron Size Filters 6) Filtered Waste Water to Sanitary Sewer HTT | Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina E. WORK AREA YES NO 1) Removable Items Out of Area 2) Non-removable Items Protected _ _ 3) Critical Barriers Installed 4) Polyethlene Curtains _ _ 5) Polyethlene on Walls/Floors as Specified 6) HVAC off 7) Air Filtration Devices in Place and Operational 8) Air Exhausted to Outside 9) Electricity Locked and Tagged Out 10) | Temporary Power Installed with GFCI 11) Fire Extinguishers 12) Emergency and Fire Exits Marked 13) Audible Alarms Operational 14) Toilet Available F. EQUIPMENT 1) Safety Equipment 2) HEPA Vacuums 3) Waste Disposal Bags 4) Airless Sprayer with Water Source 5) Cleaning Equipment 6) Glove Bags 7) Emergency Power Generator (if required) 8) Temporary Lighting G. OTHER 1) 2) 3) 4) Asbestos Design Consultant Date Asbestos Contractor's Representative Date Asbestos and Lead Abatement Technical Specifications March 1, 2023 Former Hotel Louise Washington, North Carolina Pre-Qualification Form (PQF) For Contractors Former Hotel Louise Asbestos and Lead Abatement Please submit all Pre-Qualification Forms to: Matrix Health & Safety Consultants, LLC 2900 Yonkers Road Raleigh, NC 27604 cbw@matrixhsc.com Forms must be received no later than Bid Date/Time General Information Contractor Pre-Qualification Form *Required fields must be filled out completely to be submitted for approval. Vice President: Treasurer: *Company Name: *Telephone: *Street Address: *Mailing Address: *Date: E-Mail Address: 1. Officers President: 2. *How many years has your organization been in business under your present entity name? 3. *Parent Company Name (if applicable or n/a): City: State: Zip: 4. *Under Current Management Since (Date): 5. *Company Contact for Insurance Information: Name: Title: Telephone: Email: Contractor Pre-Qualification Form 6. *Insurance Carrier(s) Name Type of Coverage Telephone 7. *Are you self-insured for Worker's Compensation Insurance? |_|Yes [_|No TA. If yes please provide a copy the authorization letter from the State of Michigan Workmans Compensation Agency. 8. *Contact for Requesting Bids: Name: Title: Telephone: Email: 9. *Pre-Qualification Form completed By: Name: Title: Telephone: Email: Organization 1. *Form of Business: Sole Owner Partnership L] Corporation 2. *Describe Services Self Performed: LC] General Contractor | Mechanical Contractor [__ Electrical Contractor CL Other (please list): 3. Describe Additional Services Performed: 4. Attach a list of major equipment (e.g. cranes, Aerial Lifts, forklifts) your company has available for work at this facility and the method of establishing competency to operate: 5. *Largest Job During the Last 3 Years: $ 6. *Your Entitys Desired Project Size: Maximum: $ Minimum: $ 7. Bonding Capacity: $ Work History 1. *Are there any judgements, claims or suits pending or outstanding against your company? L_]Yes [_] No If yes, please attach details 2. *Are you, or have you, ever been involved in any bankruptcy or reorganization proceedings? [_lyYes [_]No If yes, please attach details 3. *Has your organization ever failed to complete any work awarded to it? [_]Yes [_]No If yes, please attach details. 4. *Has your organization been involved in any lawsuits or arbitration with regard to construction contracts within the last five years? [_] Yes [_]No If yes, please attach details. 5. *Within the last five years, has your organization been cited by any State or federal entity for any OSHA related or asbestos violations? (If the answer is yes, please attach details) Yes No If yes, please attach details. 6. *Provide the following information on three owners that have used your services. a) Entity Name: Contact Name: Project Address: Telephone: Email: b) Entity Name: Contact Name: Project Address: Telephone: Email: c) Entity Name: Contact Name: Project Address: Telephone: Email: 7. *Provide the following information on two designers that you have worked with in the past five years. a) Entity Name: Contact Name: Project Address: Telephone: Email: b) Entity Name: Contact Name: Project Address: Telephone: Email: Safety and Health Performance 1. *Workers Compensation Experience Modification Rate (EMR) Data a) EMR is: b) EMR for last three years: [| Interstate Rate 20. | Intrastate Rate 20. | Monopolistic State Rate 20. [__]Dual Rate c) State or Origin: d) EMR Anniversary Date: e) Provide letter from Insurance Carrier documenting the noted EMR.