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COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT HOLLAND ES ASBESTOS ABATEMENT BID #12-10

JANUARY 2012

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Advertisement Instruction to Bidders Prevailing Wage Rates Scope of Work/Bid Forms Sample Agreement Synertech, Inc. Specifications Drawings:

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Holland Elementary School Additions and Renovations Project Manual – Volume 1 Divisions 00 and 01 Dated 17 January 2012

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COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT Administration & Business Office

30 North Chancellor Street Newtown, PA 18940

215-944-1050

January 2012 Prospective Bidders: Attached herewith are instructions and proposal sheets for the submission of bid proposals for the provision of the following services to the Council Rock School District, Bucks County, Pennsylvania: Holland ES Asbestos Abatement Project. All bid proposals are due on or before 2:00 PM Thursday, February 16, 2012. Please return one (1)-completed copy of your bid proposal in a sealed envelope clearly marked "Sealed Bid - Holland ES Asbestos Abatement Project #12-10” to: Nancy McGlade Purchasing Secretary Council Rock School District 30 North Chancellor Street Newtown, PA 18940 Council Rock School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status or non-job-related disability in its activities, programs, contracts or employment practices. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Mr. Mark Klein at Council Rock Administration Offices, 30 North Chancellor Street, Newtown, PA 18940. For information regarding services, activities and facilities that are accessible to and usable by handicapped or disabled persons, contact Charles Lambert, Director of Special Services. Notwithstanding anything contained herein expressly or implicitly to the contrary, the Council Rock School District reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals submitted in response hereto. By submitting a bid proposal hereunder, a bidder acknowledges that this invitation for bid proposals does not constitute an offer to contract and, further, that no agreement between the Council Rock School District and any bidder shall be formed until and unless such agreement is reduced to a writing dated subsequent to the submission deadline for bids and in a form substantially similar to the Independent Contractor Agreement set forth below and signed by the President of the Board of the Council Rock School District. . Respectfully, Council Rock School District

Douglas Taylor Doug Taylor, Assoc. AIA, AVS Supervisor of Operational Services

COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 30 North Chancellor Street

Newtown, PA 18940

Instruction to Bidders

1. Bidders are expected to examine the specifications and all instructions. Failure to do so will be at the bidders’ risk. (Bidders are expected to inspect the site and become familiar with the specifications, all measurements and other documents that would form part of the contract and requirements as necessary to satisfy themselves in regard to the character and amount of work required. Bids must be signed by an authorized officer or agent of the Bidding Company together with proof of corporate authority and corporate seal affixed to the last page of the bid.)

2. There is a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled at Holland ES, 597 Beverly Road, Holland,

PA 18966 on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 4:00PM. 3. Bids will be submitted to the Council Rock School District’s Business Office, 30 North

Chancellor Street, Newtown, PA 18940 as specified in the covering letter and clearly marked “SEALED BID”.

4. The Non-Collusion Affidavit as attached must be executed by the member, officer or

employee of the bidder who makes the final decision on prices and the amount quoted in the bid.

5. Bids and modifications or withdrawals thereof received after the time set for the bid opening

of same will not be considered. 6. Sealed Bids will be received at the Council Rock Business Offices, 30 North Chancellor

Street, Newtown, PA 18940 as specified in the covering letter until 2:00 PM on February 16, 2012 and at that time publicly opened.

7. No agreement between the Council Rock School District and any bidder shall be formed

until and unless such agreement is reduced to a writing dated subsequent to the bid submission deadline, in a form substantially similar to the Independent Contractor Agreement set forth below and signed by the President of the Board of the Council Rock School District.

8. A successful bidding contractor will carry out all work in strict accordance with specifications

as approved and accepted by the Council Rock School District and any work not conforming will be reinstated or replaced at the contractor’s expense.

9. All bids must conform to the specifications as listed; however, the Board reserves the right to

waive any and all failures to meet specifications. 10. The privilege is reserved to the School District to reject any materials furnished, which are

not in strict compliance with the requirements of the specifications. 11. The vendor shall bring to the attention of the district any discrepancies or omissions noted

on the specifications and all pertinent documents. 12. The Contractor is responsible for providing the custodial services required to dust, clean,

wax and buff the work area and return it to its original condition of cleanliness. 13. All debris shall be removed from the premises immediately following completion of the work

and disposed of in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.

14. Every precaution shall be made to protect the building and grounds during the course of the work. If damage is caused by the Contractor, the Contractor and his insurance must remedy the damage at no cost to the Council Rock School District.

15. All work shall be done at the convenience of the School District. 16. The School District reserves the right to change, increase, or reduces the work as necessary

and in such event shall notify the contractor in writing, provided suitable adjustment is made in the original contract price.

17. PREVAILING WAGES

1. The general prevailing minimum wage rates including contributions for employee benefits as shall have been determined by the Secretary of Labor and Industry (hereinafter “Secretary”), shall be paid to the workmen employed in the performance of the Contract.

2. The Contractor shall pay no less than the wage rates as determined in the decision of the Secretary and shall comply with the conditions of the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act approved August 15, 1961 (Act No. 442), as amended August 9, 1963 (Act No. 342), and the Regulations issued pursuant thereto, to assure the full and proper payment of said rates.

3. These provisions shall apply to all work performed on the Contract by the Contractor and to all work performed on the Contract and any and all subcontractors.

4. The Contractor shall insert in each of his subcontracts all of the stipulations contained in these required provisions.

5. No workmen may be employed on the Work except in accordance with the classifications set forth in the decision of the Secretary. In the event that additional or different classifications are necessary the procedure set forth in the Regulations shall be followed.

6. All workmen employed or working on the Work shall be paid unconditionally, regardless of whether any contractual relationship exists or the contractual relationship which may be alleged to exist between and contractor, subcontractor and workmen, not less than once a week without deductions or rebate, on any account, either directly or indirectly, except authorized deductions, the full amount due at the time of payment, computed at the rates applicable to the time worked in the appropriate classification. Nothing in the Contract, the Act or the Regulations shall prohibit the payment of more than the general prevailing minimum wage rates as determined by the Secretary to the workmen on the Work.

7. The Contractor and each subcontractor shall post for the entire period of construction the wage determination decisions of the Secretary, including the effective date of any changes thereof, in a prominent and easily accessible place or places at the site of the work and at such place or places used by them to pay workmen their wages. The posting notice of wage rates must contain the following information:

a. Name of Project b. Name of public body of which it is constructed. c. The crafts and classifications of workmen listed in the Secretary’s general

prevailing minimum wage rate determination for the particular project. d. The general prevailing minimum wage rates determined for each craft and

classification and the effective date of any changes. e. A statement advising workmen that if they have been paid less than the

general prevailing minimum wage rate for their job classification or that the Contractor and/or subcontractor are not complying with the Act or the Regulations in any manner whatsoever, they may file a protest with the Secretary within three (3) months of the date of the occurrence, objecting to the payment to the Contractor to the extent of the amount or amounts due or to become due to them as wages for work performed on the Project. Any workmen paid less than the rate specified in the Contract shall have a civil right of action for the difference between the wage paid and wages stipulated in the Contract, which right of action must be exercised within six (6) months from the occurrence of the event creating such right.

8. The Contractor and all subcontractors, shall keep an accurate record showing the name, craft and/or classification, number of hours worked per day, and the actual hourly rate of wage paid (including employee benefits) to each workman employed by him in connection with the Work and such record must include any deductions from each workman. The record shall be preserved for two (2) years from the date of payment and shall open at all reasonable hours to the inspection of the Owner and to the Secretary or his duly authorized representative.

9. Apprentices shall be limited to such numbers as shall be in accordance with a bona fide apprenticeship program registered with and approved by the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Council and only apprentices whose training and employment are in full compliance with the provisions of the Apprenticeship and Training Act approved July 14, 1961 (Act No. 304) and the Rules and Regulation issued pursuant thereto shall be employed on the Work. Any workmen using the tools of a craft that does not qualify as an apprentice within the provisions of this submission shall be paid the rate predetermined for journeyman in that particular craft and/or classification.

10. Wages shall be paid without any deductions except authorized deductions. Employers not party to a contract requiring contributions for employee benefits which the Secretary has determined to be included in the general prevailing minimum wage rate shall pay the monetary equivalent thereof directly to the workman.

11. Payment of compensation to workmen for work performed on public work on a lump sum basis, or a piece work system, or a price certain for the completion of a certain amount of work, or the production of a certain result shall be deemed a violation of the Act and the Regulations, regardless of the average hourly earnings resulting there from.

12. Each Contractor and each subcontractor shall file a statement each week and a final statement at the conclusion of the Work on the Contract with Owner, under oath, and in form satisfactory to the Secretary, certifying that all workmen have been paid wages in strict conformity with the provisions of the contract as prescribed by the Regulations, or if any wages remain unpaid, to the amount of wages due and owing to each workman respectively.

13. The provisions of the Act and the Regulations are incorporated by reference herein.

18. Pursuant to 62 Pa.C.S.A. §3701, the Contractor agrees as follows: 1. In the hiring of employees for the performance of Work under the Contract or any

subcontract, no Contractor, subcontractor or any person acting on behalf of the Contractor or subcontractor shall by reason of gender, race, creed or color discriminate against any citizen of this Commonwealth who is qualified and available to perform the Work to which the employment relates.

2. No Contractor or subcontractor or any person on their behalf shall in any manner discriminate against or intimidate any employee hired for the performance of work under the Contract on account of gender, race, creed or color.

3. The Contract may be canceled or terminated by the District, and all money due or to become due under the Contract may be forfeited for a violation of the terms or conditions of that portion of the Contract.

19. HUMAN RELATIONS ACT - The Contractor acknowledges application of the Pennsylvania

Human Relations Act, 43 P.S. 951, et seq., prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status or non-job-related disability, by employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, contractors and others. The Contractor shall comply with the provisions of the Act, as amended, which is hereby made a part of these specifications.

20. STANDARD OF QUALITY - The various materials and products specified in the

specifications by name or description are given to establish a standard of quality and of cost for bid purposes. It is not the intent to limit the acceptance to any one material or product specified, but rather to name or describe it as the absolute minimum standard that is desired and acceptable. A material or product of lesser quality would not be acceptable. Where

proprietary names are used, whether or not followed by the works “or an approved equal”, they shall be subject to equals only as approved by the architect and/or engineers.

21. The successful bidder, who is awarded the contract, shall furnish evidence of insurance

coverage as follows: a. Commercial general liability insurance which insures against claims for

bodily injury (including death) and property damage arising out of or in connection with any operations or work under the contract whether such operations be by Contractor, its employees or Subcontractors or their employees. The policy shall provide minimum coverage limits as follows:

$1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence; $3,000,000 general aggregate; $3,000,000 products/completed operations aggregate. Any aggregate limit shall apply per project. This insurance shall name the

District, its elected and appointed officials, servants, agents and employees as additional insureds. The commercial general liability policy shall afford coverage for explosion, collapse and underground hazards, contractual liability and liability arising from independent contractors. Products and completed operations insurance shall be maintained for two years after completion of the work specified herein.

b. Business auto liability insurance that insures against bodily injury and property damage claims arising out of the maintenance, use or operation of any auto. The minimum limit shall be a combined single limit of $1,000,000 per accident. This policy shall include the Motor Carrier Act endorsement if applicable.

c. Workers’ compensation insurance which satisfies Contractor’s workers’ compensation obligation to its employees in the states in which they operate on the District’s behalf. In any event, the employers liability insurance shall be secured by Contractor with minimum limits of $100,000 per employee for bodily injury by accident, $100,000 per employee for bodily injury by disease and a $500,000 aggregate policy limit for bodily injury by disease. Coverage for Pennsylvania benefits must be specifically referenced on certificates and certified policies provided by the District. d. Umbrella excess liability insurance written to apply in excess of commercial general liability insurance, business auto liability insurance and employer’s liability insurance. The policy shall provide minimum limits as follows: $5,000,000 each occurrence $5,000,000 aggregate (other than products/completed operations) $5,000,000 products/completed operations aggregate

22. The Board of School Directors of the Council Rock School District reserves the right to make award by items, classes, groups of items or as a whole, to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities or formalities in their execution and filling if deemed advantageous for the Council Rock School District. The School Board also reserves the right to reject any or all material furnished which, in their opinion, is not in strict compliance and conformity with the requirements of the specifications. The bidder, at his own expense must remove and replace any article so rejected by the Board.

23. In accordance with Act 3 of the 1978 General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, if any steel or steel products are to be used or supplied in the performance of this Contract, only those produced in the United States as defined therein shall be used or supplied in the performance of the contract or any subcontracts thereunder. In accordance with Act 161 of 1982, cast iron products shall also be included and produced in the United States. Act 141 of 1984 further defines “steel products” to include machinery and equipment. The act also provides clarifications and penalties.

24. Contractor will operate within the policies of the District and the goals, policies and

procedures now or at some date established or approved by the District’s administration with regard to the safety of pupils, the security of the District’s grounds and buildings and the District’s operations generally. Contractor shall maintain a current Child Abuse History Clearance as provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare (Act 111), provide a satisfactory criminal history background check (Act 34 PA), and FBI fingerprinting clearance (Act 114) to the District for each individual engaged by Contractor to provide services who will come in direct contact with children in providing such services, including Contractor.

25. All workmen employed by the Contractor shall be competent and first class workmen, duly

skilled in their respective branches of labor.

26. Bidder shall submit a Bid Bond in the amount of ten (10) percent of the total bid or a certified, bank cashier’s or treasurer’s check in the amount of five (5) percent of the total bid.

27. The successful bidder will be required to submit a performance and payment bond

acceptable to Council Rock School District for 100% of the project cost and upon completion of the stated work provide to the District a two-year maintenance bond.

Council Rock School District 30 North Chancellor Street

Newtown, PA 18940

INSTRUCTIONS FOR NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT 1. This Non-Collusion Affidavit is material to any contract awarded pursuant to this bid.

According to the Pennsylvania Anti Bid-Rigging Act, 62 Pa.C.S.A. § 4501 et seq., governmental agencies may require Non-Collusion Affidavits to be submitted together with bids.

2. The member, officer or employee of the bidder who makes the final decision on prices must

execute this Non-Collusion Affidavit and the amount quoted in the bid. 3. Bid rigging and other efforts to restrain competition, and the making of false sworn

statements in connection with the submission of bids is unlawful and may be subject to criminal prosecution. The person who signed the affidavit should examine it carefully before signing and assure himself or herself that each statement is true and accurate, making diligent inquiry, as necessary, of all other persons employed by or associated with the bidder with responsibilities for the preparation, approval or submission of the Bid.

4. In the case of a bid submitted by a joint venture, each party to the venture must be identified

in the bid documents, and an Affidavit must be submitted separately on behalf of each party. 5. The term “complementary bid” as used in the Affidavit has the meaning commonly

associated with the term in the bidding process, and includes the knowing submission of bids higher than the bid of another firm, any intentionally high or noncompetitive bid, and any other form of bid submitted for the purpose of giving a false appearance of competition.

6. Failure to file an Affidavit in compliance with these instructions will result in disqualification of

the bid.


Newtown, PA 18940

NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT

State of ________________________________________: : s.s. County of ______________________________________: I state that I am _____________________________ (Title) of _______________________ (Name of my Firm) and that I am authorized to make this affidavit on behalf of my firm, and its owners, directors, and officers. I am the person responsible in my firm for the price(s) and the amount of this bid. I state that: 1. The price(s) and amount of this bid have been arrived at independently and without

consultation, communication or agreement with any other contractor, bidder or potential bidder.

2. Neither the price(s) nor the amount of this bid, and neither the approximate price(s) nor

approximate amount of this bid, have been disclosed to any other firm or person who is a bidder or potential bidder and they will not be disclosed before bid opening.

3. No attempt has been made or will be made to induce any firm or person to refrain from

bidding on this contract, or to submit a bid higher that this bid, or to submit any intentionally high or noncompetitive bid or other form of complementary bid.

4. The bid of my firm is made in good faith and not pursuant to any agreement or discussion

with, or inducement from, any firm or person to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.

5. _____________________________________________, its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers

directors and employees are not currently under investigation by any governmental agency and have not in the last four years been convicted or found liable for any act prohibited by State or Federal law in any jurisdiction, involving conspiracy or collusion with respect to bidding on any public contract, except as follows:

I state that _________________________________________ (Name of Firm) understands and acknowledges that the above representations are material and important, and will be relied on by Council Rock School District in awarding the contract(s) for which this bid is submitted. I understand that my firm understands that any misstatement in this affidavit is and shall be treated as fraudulent concealment from Council Rock School District of the true facts relating to the submission for this contract. ___________________________________________ (Names and Company Position) SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME THIS ______DAY ___________________________________________ Notary Public of ________________, 20 _____. My Commission Expires _____________________________ C:\+Doug & Tom's Folders\1112 Capital\HES ACM SECOND PROJECT 1-25-12\ITB – HES 12-12

1/27/2012Determination Date:

BuildingProject Classification:

12-00527Serial Number:

3/1/2012Contract Award Date:

Awarding Agency:

Holland Elementary School Asbestos Abatement Project

#12-10

Project Name:

PREVAILING WAGES PROJECT RATES

Assigned Field Office:

Bucks County

Toll Free Phone Number:

215-560-1858Field Office Phone Number:

Philadelphia

Modified Date: 1/31/2012

Council Rock School District

*Prevailing wage rates have been modified for this project. Please

use the new posted wage rates.

Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe

BenefitsTotalBuilding

5/1/2010 $28.00$39.64 $67.64Asbestos & Insulation Workers

5/1/2011 $28.00$40.39 $68.39Asbestos & Insulation Workers

1/1/2010 $15.15$23.59 $38.74Boilermaker (Commercial, Institutional,

and Minor Repair Work)

3/1/2011 $16.02$24.22 $40.24Boilermaker (Commercial, Institutional,

and Minor Repair Work)

1/1/2011 $28.12$37.35 $65.47Boilermakers

1/1/2012 $29.85$37.62 $67.47Boilermakers

5/1/2009 $21.74$33.97 $55.71Bricklayer

5/1/2010 $22.49$33.97 $56.46Bricklayer

5/1/2011 $23.29$33.97 $57.26Bricklayer

5/1/2010 $23.34$40.19 $63.53Carpenter - Chief of Party (Surveying &

Layout)


Layout)

5/1/2010 $23.34$34.95 $58.29Carpenter - Instrument Person (Surveying

& Layout)


& Layout)

5/1/2010 $20.55$18.17 $38.72Carpenter - Rodman (Surveying & Layout)


5/1/2010 $23.34$34.95 $58.29Carpenters

5/1/2011 $23.84$35.45 $59.29Carpenters

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Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe


11/1/2009 $24.96$32.20 $57.16Cement Masons

5/1/2010 $25.71$32.20 $57.91Cement Masons

5/1/2011 $26.46$32.45 $58.91Cement Masons

7/1/2009 $26.63$37.50 $64.13DockBuilder/Pile Drivers (Building, Heavy

& Highway)


& Highway)


& Highway)

7/1/2010 $27.57$45.12 $72.69DockBuilder/Pile Drivers Divers (Building

Heavy & Highway)

5/1/2009 $21.34$31.09 $52.43Drapery Installers

5/1/2009 $21.37$32.79 $54.16Drywall Finisher



5/31/2010 $19.50$44.62 $64.12Electric Lineman





5/3/2010 $26.13$46.85 $72.98Electricians & Telecommunications

Installation Technician





1/1/2011 $21.99$48.15 $70.14Elevator Constructor

1/1/2012 $23.84$48.30 $72.14Elevator Constructor

5/1/2010 $24.06$37.41 $61.47Floor Layer

5/1/2009 $23.81$36.64 $60.45Glazier

5/1/2010 $24.53$36.67 $61.20Glazier

5/1/2011 $25.25$37.35 $62.60Glazier

7/1/2010 $26.69$44.70 $71.39Iron Workers (Bridge, Structural,

Ornamental, Precast)





7/1/2009 $17.25$34.77 $52.02Iron Workers (Riggers)

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Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe




7/1/2009 $24.40$37.18 $61.58Iron Workers - Reinforcing Steel Mesh -

Rebar


Rebar


Rebar

5/1/2010 $22.30$23.85 $46.15Laborers (Class 01 - See notes)








4/1/2009 $19.98$19.31 $39.29Landscape Laborer

5/1/2009 $19.22$28.63 $47.85Marble Finisher

5/1/2010 $19.97$28.63 $48.60Marble Finisher

5/1/2011 $20.72$28.68 $49.40Marble Finisher

5/1/2009 $21.02$34.36 $55.38Marble Mason

5/1/2010 $21.77$34.36 $56.13Marble Mason

5/1/2011 $22.58$34.35 $56.93Marble Setters

7/1/2008 $23.50$33.97 $57.47Millwright

7/1/2009 $25.49$35.13 $60.62Millwright

7/1/2010 $26.33$35.13 $61.46Millwright

7/1/2011 $26.99$35.78 $62.77Millwright

5/1/2009 $21.07$40.04 $61.11Operators Class 01 - See Notes (Building,

Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)



Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe


5/1/2009 $21.96$43.04 $65.00Operators Class 01a - See Notes

(Building, Heavy, Highway)










Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)












Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)



Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe



Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)


Heavy, Highway)

5/1/2009 $24.43$48.05 $72.48Operators Class 07 (A) - See Notes










5/1/2009 $24.35$47.75 $72.10Operators Class 07 (B) - See Notes










5/1/2009 $19.24$32.31 $51.55Painters Class 1 (see notes)











Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe






5/1/2010 $24.85$32.90 $57.75Plasterers

5/1/2010 $26.01$41.53 $67.54Plumbers

5/1/2011 $28.01$41.53 $69.54Plumbers

5/1/2012 $30.26$41.53 $71.79Plumbers

5/1/2009 $20.85$35.05 $55.90Pointers, Caulkers, Cleaners



5/1/2009 $23.10$30.00 $53.10Roofers (Composition)



5/1/2011 $15.62$23.75 $39.37Roofers (Shingle, Slate, Tile)

5/1/2009 $13.62$23.25 $36.87Roofers (Shingle, Slate, Tiles)

5/1/2010 $32.67$38.36 $71.03Sheet Metal Workers

5/1/2009 $31.59$38.34 $69.93Sheet Metal Workers (Building, Heavy,

Highway)


Highway)


Highway)

5/21/2010 $16.37$24.33 $40.70Sign Makers and Hangars

5/20/2011 $17.69$23.70 $41.39Sign Makers and Hangars

5/1/2010 $19.85$46.12 $65.97Sprinklerfitters




5/1/2009 $25.17$43.08 $68.25Steamfitters

5/1/2010 $26.43$44.93 $71.36Steamfitters

5/1/2009 $21.02$34.36 $55.38Stone Masons

5/1/2010 $21.77$34.36 $56.13Stone Masons



Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe


5/1/2011 $22.58$34.35 $56.93Stone Masons

5/1/2011 $22.58$34.35 $56.93Stone Masons

5/1/2009 $18.31$32.41 $50.72Terrazzo Finisher



5/1/2011 $19.96$32.66 $52.62Terrazzo Grinder

5/1/2008 $19.47$35.41 $54.88Terrazzo Layers

5/1/2009 $20.92$35.41 $56.33Terrazzo Mechanics



5/1/2009 $19.84$29.11 $48.95Tile Finisher

5/1/2010 $20.59$29.11 $49.70Tile Finisher

5/1/2011 $21.34$29.16 $50.50Tile Finisher

5/1/2009 $20.28$36.15 $56.43Tile Layers

5/1/2010 $21.03$36.15 $57.18Tile Layers

5/1/2011 $21.78$36.20 $57.98Tile Layers

5/1/2007 $11.92$23.50 $35.42Truckdriver class 1(see notes)



5/1/2007 $11.92$23.60 $35.52Truckdriver class 2 (see notes)






Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe

BenefitsTotalHeavy/Highway


Layout)


Layout)


& Layout)


& Layout)



5/1/2010 $23.40$38.05 $61.45Carpenters

5/1/2011 $23.90$38.75 $62.65Carpenters

5/1/2010 $25.46$31.10 $56.56Cement Masons

5/1/2011 $26.21$31.35 $57.56Cement Masons

5/1/2012 $26.21$32.60 $58.81Cement Masons

5/1/2013 $26.21$33.85 $60.06Cement Masons

7/1/2010 $26.69$44.70 $71.39Iron Workers (Bridge, Structural Steel,

Ornamental, Precast, Reinforcing)






















Effective

Date

Expiration

Date

Hourly

Rate

Fringe

BenefitsTotalHeavy/Highway




5/1/2010 $22.00$25.15 $47.15Laborers (Class 10- See notes)

5/1/2011 $22.00$25.95 $47.95Laborers (Class 10- See notes)

5/1/2010 $22.00$25.15 $47.15Laborers (Class 11 -See Notes)








4/1/2010 $19.90$18.44 $38.34Landscape Laborer

5/1/2009 $24.84$40.24 $65.08Steamfitters (Heavy and Highway - Gas

Distribution)

5/1/2010 $26.09$41.94 $68.03Steamfitters (Heavy and Highway - Gas

Distribution)










Notes:

If you can not find a classification under Heavy/Highway please refer to the Building classifications.

For further information on construction types review the

on the Labor and Industry Website. Go to www.dli.state.pa.us, scroll down to the picture labeled "Labor Law Compliance"

and click the picture. Then scroll down on the left menu and click on the "Prevailing Wage" link.

"Notes as Referenced in Predeterminations"


http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/prevailing_wage/10519

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Newtown, PA 18940

Holland ES Asbestos Abatement Project Bid # 12-10

SCOPE OF WORK 1.0 Purpose The purpose of this project is to remove the remaining Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM’s) and Lead Paint as identified on drawings and as described in the specifications for the following facility: Holland Elementary School 597 Beverly Road, Holland, PA 18966 2.0 Contract A contract will be issued to the most qualified low bidder, provided however, that Council Rock School District reserves the right to reject all bids submitted hereunder in its sole discretion. The terms of the contract are set forth in the Contract Documents. 2.1 Contract Period The contract period for this work is firm and fixed. Starting date for this contract is on or before March 15, 2012 and all work must be completed in accordance with the following schedule: Transmittal of All Project Submittals March 23, 2012 Start Boiler Room & Other Areas Identified March 31, 2012 Complete Boiler Room & Other Areas Identified April 7, 2012 Start Removal of Remaining ACM’s June 22, 2012 as Identified and Scheduled on Plans Project Final Completion August 24, 2012 If needed, it will be the contractor’s responsibility to perform work on this project on weekends and after working hours identified in the bid documents to accomplish this work prior to the completion date. The contractor’s bid prices shall reflect this fact. In no case will Council Rock School District (CRSD) pay overtime or a premium for work outside of normal working hours. Normal working hours are:

Boiler Room and Other Areas Identified Saturday, March 31, 2012 through Saturday, April 7, 2012 – 7:00AM until 12:00AM Midnight

Removal of Remaining ACM’s Identified on Plans June 22, 2012 thru August 24, 2012 – 7:00AM until 10:00PM (Monday through Friday)

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2.2 Schedule The contractor must provide a written schedule.

Mobilization date. Start date of actual work Planned sequencing of work, by areas Completion date of all work. Contractor must coordinate the work with the separate contractors performing work concurrent

with the ACM activities.

2.3 Contract Application for Payments The contractor shall submit Application for Payments in accordance with the following requirements:

The application for payment must be submitted covering work completed. Reductions will be held in accordance with the Contract Documents. A signed waiver of liens and claims shall be submitted with each application for payment,

covering the work completed. The waiver of liens and claims shall cover all subcontractors, suppliers and companies working under the control of the prime contractor. In exchange for final payment, the contractor shall submit a complete waiver of liens and claims covering the contractor’s entire work on the project.

Pencil copies or draft applications must be received no later than the 15th of the month for approval. This would cover work completed in the previous 30 days.

Final notarized application for payments must be submitted no later than the 23rd of the month. Payments will be submitted the 25th of the month for payment no later then the 30th of the

following month. No interim payments can be made.

3.0 Contract Staffing The contractor shall provide sufficient staffing to accomplish this work in the allotted time frame. Contractor’s foreman or superintendent will be on CRSD property during all work performed under this contract. 4.0 Work and/or Equipment Provided by Council Rock School District Council Rock School District will not provide any labor, materials or equipment to the contractor for any work under this contractor. The Council Rock School District will provide an Owners Representative (Environmental Consultant) to observe and verify the quantities of work being installed. All project correspondence, including bidding questions, will go directly to the following contact person: Bernie Bryson Synertech Inc. Environmental Consultant 2208 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19145 Phone: 215-755-2305

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Email: [email protected] Copy all questions to the CRSD at the following Email: [email protected] 4.1 Work and/or Equipment Provided by the Contractor The Contractor shall provide all necessary labor, materials, supplies, equipment, and safety devices to complete all phases of work in a safe manner with regard to the public. This includes, but is not limited to, all temporary barricades, fencing, on-site trash areas, etc. 5.0 Disposal of Waste Material All waste materials generated by the contractor performing work under this contract will be disposed of off site by the contractor at the contractor’s expense. Disposal of all materials must be in compliance with all Local, State, and Federal guidelines, regulations, and requirements. No materials are permitted to be disposed of in Council Rock School District dumpsters. 5.1 Dust Protection The contractor is responsible to take all reasonable precautions to prevent dust and fumes from entering other parts of the building including but not limited to sealing off intakes and doors. If the dust mitigates to adjacent areas or other parts of the building, the Contractor is responsible for cleaning those affected areas. 6.0 Submittals The contractor shall submit all documents and information required by the Contract Documents, including, but not limited to, the following:

- Contract - Schedule - Certificate of Insurance - Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract amount. - Provide product data sheets / submittals of all materials being used on the project. - Construction Permits - Clearance Forms

7.0 Quality Assurance The contractor shall:

Engage an experienced staff properly trained and with sufficient experience to insure that all services provided under this contract are expeditiously and safely completed.

The Contractor must adhere to the all industrial standards and practices as it pertains to

asbestos removal and lead paint removal activities.

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The Contractor must provide a list of references of work completed in the past five (5) years. The references must include the facility’s name, a contact name, and phone number for the contact.

All work is to be closely coordinated with CRSD and the Environmental Consultant and no

work shall begin until authorized by CRSD.

The Contractor agrees that the Environmental Consultant shall have the sole authority to determine that the work is properly done and may direct the Contractor to redo any work, at the Contractor's expense, that is not to his satisfaction. The Council Rock School District may withhold partial or all payment until the work is completed to the satisfaction of the Environmental Consultant.

8.0 Field Measurements It is the contractor’s responsibility to verify all measurements, equipment and quantities for this contract. 9.0 Safety Safety of students, staff, public and visitors is paramount in executing this contract. This contractor should never compete with building activities to continue/complete his work. If necessary, this contractor will return to occupied areas after normal working hours.

All work under this contract must follow ALL local, state and federal environmental rules and regulations.

The Contractor is responsible for ensuring the areas are secured to prevent personnel from entering the work area during construction periods.

10.0 Details of Work Whether stated or not the essence of this contract is to provide the complete abatement of the materials identified in the Synertech Inc. bid documents included herein. This project consists of the following items of work:

- Schedule all work with the Owner prior to commencing any activities on site. - Report to the building maintenance operator or building representative before any work is

started.

- The Contractor must make the Owner aware of any unforeseen conditions that require work prior to the work being performed.

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- Contract Drawings, prepared by Synertech Inc. and the CRSD, dated January 2012, are included as part of the project for scope of work. The Contract Documents issued as a part of the bid package include the following:

Advertisement Instruction to Bidders Prevailing Wage Rates Scope of Work/Bid Forms Sample Agreement Specifications Drawings:

o PH-5 Phasing Floor Plan o PH-6 Phasing Floor Plan

Holland Elementary School Additions and Renovations Project Manual – Volume 1 Divisions 00 and 01 Dated 17 January 2012 (The Asbestos Abatement Contractor will be contractually bound to the requirements of Division 00 and 01)

END OF SPECIFICATIONS

Contract Documents reviewed and approved by E&G 1-31-12 (RC)

BID PROPOSAL FORM Project: Council Rock School District Asbestos Containing Material Removal - Locations Throughout Holland Elementary School The bidder hereby proposes to furnish all labor, material, equipment and incidentals to

perform all work in accordance with the Contract Documents published for this project, EPA, OSHA, and the State of Pennsylvania regulations for the amounts indicated.

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. BASE BID - Lump Sum Bid

Provide a lump sum bid for the removal and disposal of asbestos containing materials from locations throughout the Holland Elementary School, as listed in the “SPECIFICATION for the REMOVAL of ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS in locations THROUGHOUT the HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL”, Section 1.04, as published by Synertech Incorporated, January 30, 2011, (Synertech Project Number 012-253). All abatement and disposal activities shall be performed in compliance with the methods provided in the “SPECIFICATION for the REMOVAL of ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS in locations THROUGHOUT the HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” and all appropriate regulations including the EPA, AHERA, OSHA, and the State of Pennsylvania.

BASE BID Total amount $__________________________________ ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. UNIT PRICES Provide UNIT PRICES for the following items. The UNIT PRICES shall include all costs relating to

work area preparation, removal, work area decontamination, packaging, disposal, and transportation to the landfill for each item that UNIT PRICES are being requested. All work shall be performed as specified in the “SPECIFICATION for the REMOVAL of ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS in locations THROUGHOUT the HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” and all appropriate regulations including the EPA, AHERA, OSHA, and the State of Pennsylvania. All work shall be performed by a Pennsylvania Licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractor and Pennsylvania Certified Asbestos Abatement Workers, as appropriate.

UNIT PRICE 1 Removal of Asbestos Containing Pipe Fitting Insulation (ACPF) $ /fitting ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

PROJECT QUANTITY ALLOWANCES The Project Manager must field measure and approve all allowance work prior to the

Contractor performing the work. Should the allowance amount be exceeded, the Contractor will be paid by Chang Order addition at the Unit Price established for the related work. Similarly, should the allowance used be less than the allowance amount, the Contractor will credit the Owner for the unused quantity in accordance with the related Unit Price by Change Order credit.

BIDDER agrees to include in the Base Bid Price, in addition to the work shown on the drawings and

Specifications the following: Quantity Allowance 1: One Hundred Fifty (150) of Unit Price 1 Work

BID PROPOSAL FORM Project: Council Rock School District Asbestos Containing Material Removal - Locations Throughout Holland Elementary School ADDENDA The undersigned agrees that the following addenda, which have been issued during the

bidding period, have been received and have been considered both before and in preparation of this proposal.

Addendum Number Date Received __________________________________________________________________ Firm Name __________________________________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________ City, State, and Zip Code __________________________________________________________________ Area Code and Telephone Number ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. The undersigned bidder hereby certifies that he/she has carefully examined all conditions of

bid and specifications attached hereto, made a part hereof, and hereby submits the bid pursuant to such instructions and specifications.

__________________________________________________________________ Typed or printed name and title of person submitting this bid ________________________________________ Signature of person submitting this bid ____________________________ [Corporate Seal] Date

COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT HOLLAND ES ASBSTOS ABATEMENT AGREEMENT

Bid No. 12-10 THIS AGREEMENT made this XXX (__) day of March, 2012, by and between ________________________, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Pennsylvania (hereinafter called the "CONTRACTOR"), and the COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, a second class school district located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (hereinafter called the “DISTRICT”). WITNESSETH, that the CONTRACTOR and DISTRICT, for the consideration stated herein, mutually agree as follows: ARTICLE 1. STATEMENT OF WORK The CONTRACTOR shall furnish all supervision, personnel, labor, materials, tools, minimum equipment and services, including work zone traffic control, utility and transportation services, and perform and complete all work required for the stated Council Rock School District Bid – Holland ES Asbestos Abatement Bid # 12-10, all in accordance with the listed Contract Documents including all Addenda thereto numbered ______ and dated __________, 2012 as prepared by the District. ARTICLE 2. THE CONTRACT PRICE The DISTRICT will pay the CONTRACTOR per unit of work completed, as described in the specifications, with a total lump sum price of __________ and ____ cents ($______) for all work to be performed under this Contract, payable as stipulated in the Contract Documents for the item of work or the several respective items of work actually completed. ARTICLE 3. CONTRACT The Contract Documents shall consist of the following: A. This Agreement. E. DrawingsB. Addenda. F. Contractor’s bid submission C. Instruction to Bidders G. Holland Elementary School D. Scope of Work Additions and Renovations Project Manual 1 – (Divisions 00 & 01) Dated 17 January 2012 THIS AGREEMENT, together with the other documents enumerated in this ARTICLE 3, which said other documents are as fully a part of the Contract as if hereto attached or herein repeated, form the Contract between the parties hereto. In the event that any provisions in any component part of this Contract conflict with any provision of any other component part, the provisions of the component part first enumerated in this ARTICLE 3 shall govern, except as otherwise specifically stated. ARTICLE 4. STIPULATION AGAINST LIENS a. At the time of and immediately before the execution of the Contract and before any authority has been given by the said DISTRICT to the said CONTRACTOR to commence work on the said project or purchase materials for the same, in consideration of the making of the said Contract with the said CONTRACTOR, it is agreed that no mechanic's claims or other liens shall be filed against the project, building and/or lot of ground appurtenant thereto by any subcontractor of the CONTRACTOR, nor by any of the CONTRACTOR’S materialmen or suppliers for any materials, supplies or labor

purchased or furnished in connection with the CONTRACTOR’s work of the said project or any part thereof, the right to file such claims or liens being expressly waived and relinquished herewith. b. A waiver of liens in a form satisfactory to the DISTRICT shall be filed in the Office of the Prothonotary of Bucks County at such time as may be necessary to preclude the filing of any liens by any subcontractor or material suppliers. In any event, the filing of the waiver of liens must occur no later than one (1) day prior to the start of operations for execution of the Contract work. c. In exchange for each and every payment tendered to CONTRACTOR by the DISTRICT under the Contract, CONTRACTOR shall submit to the DISTRICT or its designee an unconditional partial lien waiver for the portion of the work for which each payment is being tendered (and in exchange for final payment, a complete and final lien waiver) and which acknowledges receipt of such payment, in a form acceptable to the DISTRICT or its designee. ARTICLE 5. INDUCEMENT AND INTEREST As an inducement to the execution of this Contract by the DISTRICT, the CONTRACTOR represents and agrees that the CONTRACTOR has not employed any persons to solicit or procure this Contract, and has not made, and will not make, any payments to anyone, nor any agreement for the payment of any commission percentage, brokerage, compensation fee, or other compensation to anyone in connection with the procurement of this Contract; and that the CONTRACTOR has not now and will not acquire any direct or indirect present or prospective interest, including but not limited to that of real estate agent, broker, or appraiser, in any of the portions or parcels in the Project Area covered; and has not employed and will not employ, in connection with the work or services to be performed hereunder, any persons having any such interest, direct or indirect, during the term of this Contract. ARTICLE 6. INDEMNIFICATION It is understood and agreed that the CONTRACTOR is a third party CONTRACTOR and is not a servant, agent or employee of the DISTRICT. To the extent permitted by law, Contractor covenants to save, defend, keep harmless and indemnify the DISTRICT, its elected and appointed officials, servants, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, loss, damage, injury, cost including court costs and attorney’s fees, charge, liability or exposure, however caused, resulting from or arising out of or in any way connected with Contractor’s performance (or failure of performance) of the Contract terms or its obligations under the Contract. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as limiting in any way the extent to which CONTRACTOR may be held responsible for payments of damages to persons or property resulting from CONTRACTOR’S or its subcontractors’ performance (or nonperformance) of the work covered under this Contract. A. GENERAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS All insurers and sureties underwriting Contractor’s or any subcontractor’s insurance and bonds must be licensed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and have a minimum rating of “A” (financial strength rating) and “VII” (financial size category) in the latest edition of Best’s Insurance Reports, unless otherwise approved by the DISTRICT. (Such insurers and sureties shall also meet such additional requirements and qualifications as may be set forth in the Supplementary Conditions.) The Contractor shall not start work under this Contract until Contractor has obtained, at its own expense, all of the insurance called for hereunder and such insurance has been approved by the DISTRICT; nor shall Contractor allow any subcontractors to start work on any subcontract until all insurance required of the subcontractor has been so obtained and approved by the Contractor. Approval of insurance required of Contractor and subcontractors by the DISTRICT will be granted only after submission to the DISTRICT of original, signed certificates of insurance or, alternately, at the

DISTRICT’s request, certified copies of the required insurance policies. Approval of insurance required shall not be unreasonably withheld. Contractor shall require all subcontractors to maintain, during the term of this agreement, commercial general liability insurance, business auto liability insurance and workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance in the same manner as specified for Contractor. Contractor shall furnish subcontractor’s certificates of insurance to the DISTRICT immediately upon request. All insurance policies required hereunder shall be endorsed to provide that the policy is not subject to cancellation, non-renewal, material change or reduction in coverage until sixty (60) days prior written notice has been given to the DISTRICT. Each insurance policy required by this Contract, except for the workers’ compensation policy, shall contain the following clause: “The DISTRICT, its board members, employees, agents, officials and volunteers are hereby

added as additional insureds as respects the operations and activities covered by this policy.” Any insurance maintained by the DISTRICT shall apply in excess of the insurance required by this Contract. No acceptance and/or approval of any insurance by the DISTRICT shall be construed as relieving or excusing Contractor, or the surety, or its bonds, from any liability or obligation imposed upon either or both of them by the provisions of the Contract. B. CONTRACTOR’S INSURANCE Contractor shall secure and maintain, at its own expense, the following insurance: Commercial general liability insurance which insures against claims for bodily injury and property damage arising out of or in connection with any operations or work under the Contract Documents whether such operations be by Contractor, its employees or subcontractors or their employees. The policy shall provide minimum limits of coverage as follows: $1,000,000 combined single limit - each occurrence $3,000,000 general aggregate $3,000,000 products/completed operations aggregate Any aggregate limit shall apply per project and per location. This insurance shall name the DISTRICT, its board members, employees, agents, officials and volunteers as additional insureds in accordance with Article 6A above. The commercial general liability policy shall afford coverage for explosion, collapse and underground hazards, contractual liability and liability arising from independent contractors. Products and completed operations insurance shall be maintained for two years after completion of the Project. Business auto liability insurance that insures against bodily injury and property damage claims arising out of the maintenance, use or operation of any “auto”. The minimum limit shall be a combined single limit of $1,000,000 per accident. This policy shall include the Motor Carrier Act endorsement if applicable. Workers’ compensation insurance and employers’ liability insurance which satisfies Contractor’s legal obligation to its employees in the states in which they operate on the District’s behalf. In any event, employers’ liability insurance shall be secured by Contractor with minimum limits of $100,000 per employee for bodily injury by accident, $100,000 per employee for bodily injury by disease and a

$500,000 aggregate policy limit for bodily injury by disease. Coverage for Pennsylvania benefits must be specifically referenced on certificates and certified policies provided to the DISTRICT Umbrella excess liability insurance written to apply in excess of commercial general liability insurance, business auto liability insurance and employers’ liability insurance. The policy shall provide minimum limits as follows: $5,000,000 each occurrence $5,000,000 aggregate (other than products/completed operations) $5,000,000 products/completed operations aggregate ARTICLE 7. INTERPRETATION In the event a dispute arises regarding this Contract or the work to be performed by Contractor hereunder, the parties agree that the District’s initial determination regarding a proper resolution of such dispute shall prevail subject to the right of the Contractor to perform any disputed work under protest, the notice of which shall be provided to the District by advance written notice. ARTICLE 8. BACKGROUND CHECK Contractor shall maintain a current Child Abuse History Clearance as provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and shall provide a satisfactory criminal history background check to the District for each individual engaged by Contractor to provide services who will come in direct contact with children. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed in three (3) copies on the day and year first above written. Attest: Contractor:

By

(Title)

By:

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________________________________ (Street)

________________________________ (City)

DISTRICT (Owner) Ms. Kyle McKessy Board President Attest: (Secretary)

CERTIFICATIONS I, , certify that I am the of the Corporation named as Contractor herein, that who signed this Agreement on behalf of the Contractor, was then of said corporation; that said Agreement was duly signed for and on behalf of said corporation by authority of its governing body, and is within the scope of its corporate powers. (Corporate Seal) (Print or type the names underneath all signatures) C:\+Doug & Tom's Folders\+Facility Improvement Plan\CES HES Asbestos\HES ACM SECOND PROJECT 1-25-12

SPECIFICATION for the

REMOVAL of

ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS in locations

THROUGHOUT the

HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crescent & Beverly Roads

Holland, PA 18966

prepared for:

COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT The Chancellor Center, 30 N. Chancellor Street

Newton, PA 18940

prepared by:

SYNERTECH INCORPORATED 2208 South Broad Street

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145

Project # 012-253

January 30, 2011

Bernard J. Bryson

Certified Pennsylvania Asbestos Project Designer

No. 037636

Holland Elementary School

Synertech Project No. 012-253

Specification for the Removal of Asbestos Containing Materials 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title

1.00 Introduction

2.00 Summary of Work

3.00 Quality Assurance

4.00 Notifications

5.00 Mandatory Meetings/Submittals

6.00 Owner's Responsibilities

7.00 Asbestos Abatement Contractor's Responsibilities

8.00 Asbestos Project Inspector’s Responsibilities

9.00 Air Monitoring by the Owner

10.00 Air Monitoring by the Asbestos Abatement Contractor

11.00 Scaffolding/Walkways/Hoists/Ladders

12.00 Confined Spaces

13.00 Respiratory and Personal Protective Equipment

14.00 Decontamination Facilities

15.00 Preparation & Abatement- Boiler Room - Full Containment

16.00 Preparation and Abatement – Minor Project Work Areas

17.00 Preparation & Abatement – Fan Unit Vibration Damper Cloths

18.00 Preparation and Abatement – Main Switchgear Transite Panels

19.00 ACM Waste Disposal

20.00 Project Closeout




1.00 Introduction

.01 The purpose of this project is to remove asbestos containing materials (ACMs) prior to and

in concert with the Holland Elementary School addition and renovation project. The

Asbestos Abatement Contractor (AAC) must demonstrate they have the necessary

personnel, equipment, materials, and experience to complete a project of this nature in the

required time period(s).

a. Refer to the General Contract Specifications for additional information.

.02 This project includes the demolition and disposal of the one (1) sectional boiler, one (1)

brick incinerator, and associated piping, flues, and breeching all of which shall be

performed in full asbestos-abatement containment.

a. There are no specifications provided on construction of boiler, incinerator, and

breeching(s).

b. All suspect asbestos containing internal materials associated with the boiler and

incinerator shall be treated and disposed of as asbestos-containing. Internal

materials include, but are not limited to brick, mortar, gaskets, refractory

insulation, packing, rope, ash, and soot. The precise types and quantities of

suspect internal materials are undetermined. Metal components (i.e. boiler

sections, piping) may be disposed of as asbestos waste or decontaminated,

encapsulated, inspected by the Asbestos Project Inspector (API), and disposed as

construction debris.

1. All soot encountered within the boilers/breechings/incinerator/smoke

stack, regardless of quantity, shall be removed and disposed of in

accordance with applicable regulations.

c. The boiler, incinerator, and all associated appurtenances shall be removed in their

entirety.

d. Any unsecured piping associated with the boilers and incinerator shall be removed

as part of the boiler demolition.

.03 This project includes the removal of other ACMs such as asbestos containing pipe fitting

insulation (ACPFs), transite panels and vibration damper cloth.

.04 Refer to the following page for the Table of Materials scheduled for removal:




.04 Provide a lump sum bid for the removal and disposal of asbestos containing

materials and equipment:

Location ACM to be Removed Quantity Project

Designation

Removal To Occur During Spring Break

Boiler Room

All suspect internal

materials – 1 Boiler *

Quantity

Undetermined

Major

All suspect internal

materials – Brick Incinerator *

Quantity

Undetermined

Incinerator Insulation * 75 ft.²

All suspect internal materials –

Boiler & Incinerator Breeching *

Quantity

Undetermined

* (requires complete dismantlement of boiler & incinerator)

Coach’s office Remnant ACPF <1 ft.² Minor

PTO Office ACPF 1 lin. ft. Minor

Gymnasium Fan Room Vibration Damper Cloth 40 ft.² NF2

Removal To Occur in the Summer of 2012

Pipe Chase inside Boys

Lavatory across from Room C-2 ACPF 7 lin. ft. Minor

Inside Main Switchgear –

Maintenance Shop Transite Panels 70 ft.² NF2

.04 Provide unit prices for the removal and disposal of ACPFs (refer to the attached bid

proposal form):

Location ACM to be Removed Project

Designation

Removal To Occur in the Summer of 2012

To Be Determined Concealed Pipe/Pipe Fitting Insulation (ACPF) To Be

Determined

Bathroom B-4 Pipe Chase ACPF unknown TBD

Bathroom D-2 Pipe Chase ACPF unknown TBD

Bathroom D-4 Pipe Chase ACPF unknown TBD

.05 The dismantlement/demolition of the Boiler and Incinerator as well as the abatements in

the Coach’s Office, PTO Office, and Gymnasium Fan Room are to be performed during

Spring Break. The AAC shall have uninterrupted access to these work areas from March

31 through April 7, 2012; 7:00am to 11:30pm. All abatement work in these areas must

be completed and acceptable air samples received by no later than Saturday, April 07,

2012.

.06 The removal of ACMs in the pipe chase across from Room C-2, Bathrooms B-4, D-2 &

D-4, and Main Switch Gear Room is to be performed during the Construction process

(tentatively scheduled for June, 2012)

a. Project phasing and anticipated completion dates are subject to change.




.07 Stated quantities are approximate. By submitting a bid, the AAC signifies they have visited

the site, examined conditions that may affect the work, verified quantities of ACM, and is

informed as to the extent and character of the project. Any discrepancies from stated

footages shall not be cause for a contract cost adjustment.

a. Provide UNIT PRICES for the removal of asbestos containing pipe fitting

insulation in addition to the lump sum bid. The UNIT PRICES shall include all

costs relating to work area preparation, removal, work area decontamination,

packaging, disposal, and transportation to the landfill for each item that UNIT

PRICES are being requested.

1. The AAC shall be required to respond within 12 hours to all mobilization

requests made by the Owner and/or General Contractor to remove ACMs

uncovered by demolition.

2. Refer to the attached bid proposal form for unit pricing instructions.

.08 The AAC shall furnish all labor, materials, employee training, services, permits, fees,

insurance and equipment necessary to carry out the asbestos removal, decontamination

operations and disposal in accordance with EPA, OSHA, and all other applicable Federal,

State, and local government regulations, and these specifications.

.09 The AAC shall be permitted to combine work areas as feasible, provided the subsequent

work areas are appropriately classified and work complies with applicable regulations

regarding project notification, preparations, and clearance sampling.

.10 If the AAC seeks a change in the procedures and/or methods for accomplishing a certain

asbestos abatement task, they may submit a written request for an alternative method to the

Asbestos Project Designer, identifying the procedure for which an alternative is being

sought, and the reason for seeking a change. The Asbestos Project Designer shall review

the request and render a decision within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt of the written

request.




2.00 Summary of Work

.01 The AAC shall have a PA licensed supervisor on site at all times during asbestos

abatement activities. The AAC shall not perform any abatement activities, including

containment preparation, bag-out, and teardown unless a certified API is on site.

.02 The AAC shall be permitted to combine work areas as feasible, provided the subsequent

work areas are appropriately classified and work complies with applicable regulations

regarding project notification, preparations, and clearance sampling.

.03 If the AAC seeks a change in the procedures and/or methods for accomplishing a certain

asbestos abatement task, they may submit a written request for an alternative method,

identifying the procedure for which an alternative is being sought, and the reason for

seeking a change. The API shall review the request and render a decision within seventy-

two (72) hours of receipt of the written request.

.04 The Owner, API, and AAC shall conduct an inspection for existing damages prior to the

commencement of work. All parties shall agree in writing on building conditions and list

all damage materials, furnishings, etc.

.05 AAC access shall be confined to the work areas indicated in this specification. This project

will proceed concurrently with others in the building. The AAC shall cooperate fully with

the other contractors in expediting the work of all trades, and avoid damage to the work of

the other contractors.

.06 The AAC shall be served with a notice by the API when he is in non-compliance with these

contract specifications and/or safety regulations. If the matter for which the first non-

compliance is not corrected within the time frame specified in the first non-compliance

notice, it shall be cause for the project to be halted until the matter is corrected.

.07 If it is determined that contamination of clean areas of the building has occurred as the

result of negligence and/or poor work practices of the AAC, the AAC shall clean the

affected premises, under the direction of the API, at no charge to the Owner. The AAC also

agrees to accept all liability for damages claimed or lawsuits brought by person(s) exposed

to such contamination.

.08 The Owner reserves the right to require that asbestos abatement and associated work is

conducted at times when the building is not occupied by students.




3.00 Quality Assurance

.01 All work shall be performed in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local

regulations including:

a. 29 CFR 1926.1101 (OSHA);

b. 40 CFR Part 61 (NESHAP);

c. 40 CFR Part 763 (AHERA);

d. 42 CFR Part 84 & 30 CFR Part 11 (NIOSH/DHHS respirator standards);

e. Act 194 & Act 161 (Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry);

f. General Contract Specifications

g. this Specification.

.02 The AAC has the responsibility of informing themselves fully of the requirements of

these agencies and shall satisfy completely these specifications and all referenced

regulations. All other applicable federal state and local regulations are incorporated by

reference.

.03 The AAC must be a Pennsylvania Licensed Asbestos Contractor and employ asbestos

workers certified to work in the state of Pennsylvania. The AAC is required to obtain all

licenses, permits, insurance and bonds necessary for performance of this asbestos

abatement project.




4.00 Notifications

.01 The AAC shall notify all applicable agencies including the EPA and DEP using the

appropriate form(s), ten (10) days prior to the commencement of this asbestos abatement

project.

.02 The AAC shall submit written notification of this asbestos abatement project schedule to

the local police and fire departments ten (10) days prior to beginning the project.




5.00 Mandatory Meetings/Submittals

.01 Pre-construction meeting - The AAC shall attend a pre-construction meeting scheduled

by the Owner. The AAC shall submit to the Owner the following, if not already submitted:

a. Copies of required notifications, insurance, and bonds.

b. Progress schedule and proposed crew sizes.

1. The AAC shall include in their progress schedule a 48 hour waiting period

following the delivery of the work area to the API for clearance testing.

c. Work plan delineating phasing and preparation of the work site, including intended

locations of water and electrical sources, and the intended storage locations for

furniture and ceiling mounted items. Description of decontamination sequence,

removal methods to be used, and waste handling.

d. Supervisor credentials and delineation of responsibility for work site supervision,

including name, telephone number and pager number for both the project manager

and the on-site supervisor.

e. Worker qualifications, current licenses, fit tests, and medicals. These may be

submitted as the crew is selected or changed, however, no workers will be

permitted to remain on site without submission and approval of qualifications.

f. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the materials to be used on the job.

g. Name of Waste Hauler(s) and disposal site with EPA/DEP identification numbers;

h. Name of the firm(s) performing the AACs OSHA required personnel monitoring

including their PAT Certification.

i. A detailed written description of emergency procedures to be followed in the event

of injury or fire. This submittal must include execution procedures, source of

emergency assistance (including telephone numbers), and access procedures to be

used by emergency personnel.

.02 Progress meetings - Meetings shall be held at the job site at the discretion of the

Owner/API to discuss the progress of the work, phasing and other contractor coordination,

work schedule, and any conflicts or problems. The representative of the AAC must have

authorization to make commitments for the AAC.




6.00 Owner's Responsibilities

.01 The Owner shall employ the services of an Asbestos Project Inspector (API) provided by

Synertech Incorporated to perform project inspection and air sampling.

.02 The Owner shall ensure the immediate asbestos abatement and equipment demolition work

areas will be unoccupied prior to containment preparations.

a. The Owner shall have uninterrupted access to the operational systems in the Boiler

Room not scheduled for removal.

.03 The Owner shall make water and electricity available at the site at no cost to the AAC. The

Owner shall notify the AAC of scheduled system shut downs to ensure no interruptions to

the project’s engineering controls.

a. The AAC shall supplement any necessary power or water that may exceed what

is available on site.

b. The Owner shall provide a licensed electrician and plumber to address and rectify

any problems that arise that are related and limited to the building electrical and

plumbing systems. The Owners licensed electrician shall not be responsible for

electrical components provided by the AAC.

.04 The Owner shall be responsible to remove all computers, personal effects, books, or other

items deemed too valuable or sensitive to leave in the scheduled work areas to be handled

by the AAC. The Owner may store items in areas not scheduled for asbestos abatement

work. A list of such items includes:

a. Personal items;

b. Posters and decorations applied to the tack boards, ceilings and walls;

c. All computers and computer accessories;

d. Any other items deemed appropriate by the Owner.

e The AAC shall exercise extreme care when and if handling computer equipment,

but the AAC shall not be held responsible if any of the computers left in the

scheduled work areas fail to function properly after reinstallation. The AAC shall

be responsible to return the same number of computers removed from each room,

and shall be responsible to return the computers free of obvious external damage or

water damage.

f. The Owner shall send written notices to the appropriate and responsible Council

Rock School District personnel informing them of this responsibility, and the limit

of the AACs responsibilities.

g. Moving/returning furniture from/to the work area rooms shall be the responsibility

of the AAC.

h. Any items remaining in the scheduled work areas at the time of the mobilization of

the AAC shall be removed by the AAC.

.05 Should any utility failure occur, the Owner will not be responsible for any loss of time or

other expense to the AAC. If the reason for the failure is due to unforeseeable causes

beyond the AACs control and/or without fault or negligence, the specified time for project

completion may be extended by the Owner.




.06 The Owner shall have authorized representatives on the work site daily or provide the

AAC with a means of communicating to such representatives within a reasonable time.

These representatives shall have knowledge and access of all areas and equipment. These

representatives shall be available to aid the AAC in the event of power failure or other

technical difficulties.




7.00 Asbestos Abatement Contractor's Responsibilities

.01 The AAC is responsible for visiting the site and verifying quantities of ACMs and locations

of utilities prior to submitting a bid.

.02 The AAC shall provide all labor, tools, and materials necessary to complete the project

safely, in a timely fashion, and in accordance with the applicable regulations.

.03 The AAC shall be required to respond within 12 hours to all mobilization requests made by

the Owner or the Owners Representative to remove both currently exposed ACMs and

ACMs inside concealed areas uncovered by demolition.

.03 All moveable non-asbestos/non-contaminated objects, furniture, equipment and supplies

shall be removed from the work area(s) by the AAC prior to abatement activity

commencing. Areas intended for the storage of moveable objects shall be approved by the

Owner. All movable objects shall be returned to their original positions following

completion of the asbestos abatement project.

.04 The AAC shall supply, at their own expense, all construction materials, supplies, and all

electrical, water, and waste connections, tie-ins, or extensions. Temporary service lines

shall be installed to prevent tripping, slipping or falling. The AAC must utilize a licensed

electrician to provide a separate temporary electric panel, receptacles, and lights, all with

ground fault interruption and current-overload protection. All temporary electrical set-ups

shall be in accordance with OSHA regulation and NEMA standards.

a. The AAC shall utilize the licensed electrician to perform the connection of the

AACs temporary electrical supply panel to the building Owners’ electrical supply

source.

1. The temporary electrical panel and the building’s electrical supply source

shall be enclosed, concealing all potential contact points in order to avoid

electrocution hazard and potential arcing to nearby or passing conductor

materials.

b. When temporary service lines are no longer required, they shall be removed by the

AACs licensed electrician.

c. Any parts of the permanent service lines, grounds and buildings, disturbed or

damaged by the installation and/or removal of the temporary service lines, shall be

restored to their original condition by the AAC as approved by the Owner.

.05 The AAC shall utilize a PA State licensed Mechanical Services Contractor and Certified

Mechanic to assure that:

a. all utility services such as oil, natural gas, steam, water and electric are

disconnected from the boiler and tagged-out, including the gas lines to the pilot

lights, if present. The AAC shall meet and coordinate with the facilities manager

to determine which oil, natural gas, steam, water and electric services associated

with the Boiler Room are essential and are required to remain functional, if any.

1. The gas/oil lines supplying the boiler shall be disconnected back to a point

where the remaining lines are away from potential impact or damage due

to the specified Boiler Room demolition tasks. The upstream valves shall

be closed, and a new valve may be required to be installed at the point of

disconnection. A secure blind flange shall be installed at the point of

disconnection to facilitate future connections.




a. Any oil, gas, water and electric lines that are required to remain

‘live’ in any work area as determined by the facilities manager

shall be tagged every six feet.

2. The valves connecting the steam header and hot water return lines to the

boiler shall be closed.

a. The valves of the steam header and hot water return lines

supplying the boiler shall be disconnected at the flange at the stop

valve. A secure blind flange shall be installed at the point of

disconnection.

3. The piping supplying the boiler with make-up water shall be cut and

capped. The water supply to the make-up water piping to each boiler shall

be temporarily shut down to allow for the cutting and capping of this

piping.

b. all utility lines providing water, steam, oil or natural gas are drained or evacuated

prior to the AAC continuing work.

c. the boiler systems are drained prior to the AAC commencing boiler demolition

work.

d. a “Purge Certificate” is provided following the completion of all of the system

isolation work described above.

e. The AAC shall demonstrate the completion of all of the system isolation tasks and

present the appropriate authorized “Purge Certificate” to the facilities manager at a

Pre-commencement Meeting scheduled prior to the commencement of any boiler

demolition or asbestos abatement tasks.

.06 The AAC shall maintain current copies of certifications for workers on-site, and shall keep

copies of all pertinent specifications and regulations on-site. The API retains the right to

disallow work by employees without current certifications.

.07 The AAC shall maintain a detailed sign-in/sign-out log, which must be filled out by every

person entering the work area. All entries shall be complete and legible.

.08 The AAC shall be responsible for security of the work site, fire/smoke detection, and

maintenance of existing utility systems as it relates to the performance of this project.

.09 The AAC shall provide fire protection in accordance with all State and Local codes. This

includes, but is not limited to:

a. Providing a written fire prevention and emergency action plan.

b. Providing multi-purpose ABC rated fire extinguishers, insuring that on-site

personnel are aware of the location and proper use of all fire extinguishers and

other safety equipment.

c. Performing a fire watch of the overall work area. This fire watch shall continue for

at least of thirty (30) minutes after the cessation of work.

d. Designating a safety coordinator to implement the above actions. The AACs safety

coordinator shall be responsible for:

1. Fire/life safety entries shall be entered into the AACs log daily and shall be

submitted with the AACs final report.

2. Daily entries shall include names, dates, duration, problems and corrective

actions taken by the fire watch and must be signed by the safety

coordinator.




8.00 Asbestos Project Inspector’s Responsibilities

.01 The API shall act as the Owner's representative on the work site. The API shall provide the

AAC with a means of communication with the Owner.

.02 The API shall be responsible to see that required information and notifications are posted

and are accessible for review by all concerned parties.

.03 The API shall keep a daily log documenting the progress and performance of the AAC over

the course of the project.

.04 The API shall perform continuous inspections to monitor the performance of the AAC and

to assure and document compliance with these specifications and applicable regulations.

Inspections shall be performed during all aspects of the project including verifying

compliance with standard operating procedures, checking engineering controls, personal

protection and decontamination systems, and handling and disposition of the resulting

asbestos waste materials.

.05 The API shall serve written notice to the AAC if the AAC is found to be in non-compliance

with the technical specifications or those Municipal, State or Federal regulations applicable

to this project.




9.00 Air Monitoring by the Owner

.01 The Owner shall employ the services of Synertech Incorporated to perform air monitoring

and quality assurance of the AACs work practices.

.02 The API shall collect pre-test and project air samples, as per AHERA guidelines. Project

air monitoring during abatement activities shall include samples inside and outside of the

work area to ensure airborne fiber concentrations remain at acceptable levels. Acceptable

airborne fiber concentrations outside of the work area will be < 0.010 f/cc. The API shall

also perform discretionary random personnel samples. Pre-test and project samples shall be

analyzed via Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM), NIOSH Method 7400.

.03 The API shall provide clearance air sampling:

a. Five (5) clearance samples shall be collected and analyzed via Transmission

Electron Microscopy (TEM) for the removal of at least 160 square feet, 260 linear

feet, or 35 cubic feet of asbestos (Major Project).

b. Five (5) clearance samples shall be collected and analyzed via Phase Contrast

Microscopy (PCM) for the removal of less than 160 square feet, 260 linear feet, or

35 cubic feet of asbestos (Minor Project).

c. Clearance air sampling shall be performed using aggressive techniques. Sampling

procedures and clearance criteria shall follow all requirements of AHERA.

.04 The Owner shall be responsible for costs incurred for the initial, required laboratory work.

Any subsequent testing required due to limits exceeded during abatement or any clearance

sampling shall be paid by the AAC. These costs include both labor and analysis.

a. The API shall invoice the Owner, on a separate invoice, for all costs relating to

labor and analyses resulting from additional testing required due to limits exceeded

during abatement or failure of first round clearance sampling.

b. The AACs contract amount shall be reduced by an amount equal to the costs for

labor and analyses resulting from additional testing required due to limits exceeded

during abatement or failure of first round clearance sampling.

c. The Owner shall retain possession and ownership of all air sampling data and

documentation.




10.00 Air Monitoring by the Asbestos Abatement Contractor

.01 The AAC shall perform representative personal air sampling as defined within OSHA

1926.1101 and 1910.1001. Personal air samples shall be collected daily to establish a time

weighted average (TWA) and a short term excursion limit (STEL). Such air samples shall

be collected within the breathing zone and used to:

a. initially determine the level of respiratory protection;

b. subsequently to assure that such protections remain adequate throughout the

project.

.02 Sampling strategy and protocols shall be determined by a competent sampling professional

according to NIOSH 7400 method. The AAC shall have a competent person collect

personal air samples.

.03 Personal air sample results must be posted within 24 hours of sample collection.

.04 AAC personnel shall comply with the personal air sampling of the competent person and

shall not interfere with or alter sampling protocol.




11.00 Scaffolding/Walkways/Hoists/Ladders

.01 The AAC shall use appropriate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and/or hoists to provide safe

access during asbestos abatement and equipment demolition. Personnel safety lines and

harnesses may be required where appropriate.

a. Fall protection equipment and guidelines shall comply with OSHA Regulation

Standards 29 CFR 1926.501.

.02 All scaffolding shall be of sound condition and assembled per OSHA requirements on a

level, secure base. Scaffolding shall not be overloaded. The scaffolding shall be secured or

tied into the building whenever possible. Guardrails consisting of top and mid-rails and toe

boards shall always be installed. A post set-up inspection and daily inspections shall be

conducted. Scaffold work platforms shall comply with OSHA Regulation Standards 29

CFR 1926.451.

.03 All stairs, platforms, catwalks and walking surfaces shall be kept, as is practical, free from

obstructions, accumulation of water, and tripping hazards, and where elevated, be protected

by OSHA specified top-rails, mid-rails, and toe boards.

.04 Ladders of sufficient quantity and of suitable length or height shall be provided. Only

electrically non-conductive materials, such as wood or fiberglass, shall be used. Ladders

shall be kept in good repair and inspected regularly. Personnel shall be instructed in the

proper use of ladders. No structural alterations shall be made to any ladder.

.05 Ladders shall arrive at the project site in good condition and free of any residual

contamination.




12.00 Confined Spaces

.01 A confined space includes any space that has limited or restricted means of entry or exit,

is large enough for a person to enter to perform tasks, and is not designed or configured

for continuous occupancy.

.02 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines a permit-required

confined space as having the three characteristics listed above (which define a confined

space) and one or more of the following:

a. Contains or has the potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere.

b. Contains a material that has the potential for engulfing the entrant.

c. Has an internal configuration that might cause an entrant to be trapped or

asphyxiated by inwardly converging walls or by a floor that slopes downward

and tapers to a smaller cross section.

d. Contains any other recognized serious safety or health hazards.

.03 All AAC supervisors and workers shall obtain OSHA confined space entry training and

certification prior to working in any confined space.

.04 All work performed in a confined space shall conform to OSHA Construction Industry

Standards (29 CFR 1926). All employees shall be advised of the location and hazards of

all confined spaces; they shall be instructed how to limit their risk when working in such

spaces and in rescue procedures. As needed, an assistant shall remain stationed at the

point of entry and maintain a line of visual and/or audible communication with the

worker.

.05 Workers in a confined space shall be provided respiratory equipment that provides

adequate protection against the potential hazards and is suitable for the activity in that

space. As needed, harness belts and lifelines shall also be provided.

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13.00 Respiratory and Personal Protective Equipment

.01 The AAC shall provide, upon request, approved respirators and protective clothing to all

workers and to authorized representatives of the Owner, State or other Government entity

who arrive to inspect the work site.

.02 The AAC shall require that each person entering the work area shall wear an approved

respirator and protective clothing. There shall be no exceptions to this rule.

.03 Respiratory protection shall be in compliance with:

a. OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.1001, 1926.1101, and 1910.134;

b. ANSI Z88.2-1980;

c. NIOSH 30 CFR Part 11 for type B and C respiratory protection;

d. NIOSH and DHHS 42 CFR Part 84 for non-powered, air-purifying particulate-

filter respirators.

.04 At a minimum, the respiratory protection shall be:

a. .01-1.0 f/cc - Dual Cartridge, Air Purifying respirator, Type A.

b. 1.0-2.5 f/cc - Powered Air Purifying Respirators - Type B (PAPR).

c. >2.5 f/cc- - Supplied Air with Constant Flow - Type C.

.05 All persons performing asbestos abatement work requiring respiratory protection (including

Type B) shall be clean shaven and have an unobstructed face mask seal. Only mustaches

that do not exceed the corners of the upper lip and sideburns that do not extend below the

earlobes are permitted.

.06 For containments with an attached three (3) stage decontamination unit, asbestos workers

shall wear a single disposable suit including hood and footwear. Before exiting the work

area, the workers shall remove their respirator filters and disposable suit in the shower after

appropriate wetting. These shall be disposed as asbestos waste.

.07 For containments utilizing a remote decontamination unit, asbestos workers shall wear two

(2) disposable Tyvec-type suits. Before exiting the work area, the worker shall remove

both suits and change into a clean disposable suit in the one-stage chamber. The worker

shall immediately proceed to the remote centralized, two stage, decontamination chamber,

equipped with a shower and clean room. Dispose of clean suit and respirator cartridges in

the centralized decontamination chamber.




14.00 Decontamination Facilities

.01 For All Major Projects, the AAC shall construct and place a three-stage decontamination

unit at the entrance to the work area. For Minor and Non-Friable Projects, a one-stage

decontamination unit shall be constructed and placed at the entrance to the work area, along

with a remote two-stage centralized decontamination unit/shower constructed in an

appropriate location. Decontamination units shall have a sturdy frame comprised of studs

or equivalent.

a. Three-stage unit:

1. Interior of the chamber shall be covered with two layers of six (6) mil

polyethylene with triple flap airlocks installed between each chamber;

2. Should the decontamination chamber be placed outdoors, the exterior shall

be constructed of sturdy 3/8” plywood with 2 x 4 studs @ 16” O.C. This

structure shall be secured to withstand high winds and be weather resistant.

3. Entrance shall be equipped with a secure, lockable plywood door with

louver system;

4. Shall have danger signs posted at the entrance;

5. Shall be provided with hot and cold water for use in the shower room;

6. Shower water shall be added to waste materials or pumped through a five

(5) micron filter element prior to discharging it to the sanitary sewer or

floor drains.

b. One-stage unit:

1. Interior of the chamber shall be covered with two layers of six (6) mil

polyethylene and triple flap airlocks shall be placed at entrance and exit;

2. Shall have danger signs posted at the entrance;

3. Workers shall wear double suits while in the work area. Prior to exiting a

contaminated work area, the worker shall change into a clean Tyvec suit

prior to proceeding to the centralized, two stage, decontamination

chamber, equipped with a shower, provided with hot and cold water, and a

clean room. Dispose of suit and respirator cartridges in the centralized

decontamination chamber.

4. Shall be accompanied with a two-stage remote decontamination unit that

provides hot and cold water for use in the shower room;

5. Shower water shall be added to waste materials or pumped through a five

(5) micron filter element prior to discharging it to the sanitary sewer or

floor drains.




15.00 Preparation & Abatement - Boiler Room - Full Containment

.01 This section is intended to specify the acceptable methods for the removal of asbestos

containing materials and equipment demolition as listed in the table in Section 1.04. The

demolition and disposal of one (1) sectional boiler and one (1) brick incinerator shall be

performed in full containment, under asbestos-abatement conditions.

a. All suspect internal boiler & incinerator materials shall be treated and disposed of

as asbestos-containing. Suspect internal materials include, but are not limited to

brick, mortar, gaskets, refractory insulation, packing, rope, ash, and soot. The

precise types and quantities of suspect internal materials are undetermined.

Metal components (i.e. boiler access doors, boiler sections, burners, supports,

incinerator casing) may be disposed of as asbestos waste or decontaminated,

encapsulated, inspected by the API, and disposed as construction debris.

b. The boiler, incinerator, and all associated appurtenances shall be removed in their

entirety. This includes all flues and breeching.

c. Any unsecured piping associated with the boilers and incinerator shall be removed

as part of demolition.

d. All pipe insulation of any kind, including FGPI, zeston, neoprene, cork, horsehair,

etc. located within the boiler room containment shall be removed as part of this

project.

.02 Once the containments and AFDs are in place, but prior to start of asbestos removal and

boiler/incinerator demolition, non asbestos pipe insulation and non-contaminated metal

items, such as un-insulated piping, motors, blowers, control panels, may be removed and

disposed of as non-asbestos construction debris, under ‘dust control’ conditions.

a. Once removal of ACMs commences, metal/equipment shall be considered

contaminated, and must be disposed as asbestos contaminated waste.

1. metal/equipment may be cleaned prior to removal from the work area and

disposed of as non-asbestos construction debris.

b. Once asbestos abatement commences, all non asbestos pipe insulation present in

the work area shall be removed and disposed of as asbestos contaminated waste.

.03 Appropriate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, hoists, and/or personnel safety lines and harnesses

shall be used to provide safe access for removal of asbestos and non-asbestos materials

and demolition of boilers/incinerator. Refer to Section 11.00 -

Scaffolding/Walkways/Hoists/Ladders.

.04 All building occupants shall be removed from the boiler room and the boiler room doors

are to remain locked during the performance of the removal project.

a. Wooden isolation barriers shall be constructed around the boiler and incinerator as

follows:

1. Erect wooden containment barriers to completely enclose/isolate the

obsolete boiler and incinerator from the remaining portion of the boiler

room.

2. The walls of this enclosure shall be eight (8) feet high and shall be

constructed utilizing two inch by three inch (2” x 3”) wooden stud framing

placed on sixteen inch (16”) centerlines. The walls shall be supported with

proper footings and bracings to support the vertical walls and prevent them

from falling.




3. The exterior of the enclosure shall be covered with three eighths (3/8) inch

fire rated plywood.

.05 HVAC system components that pass through the contained work area shall be wrapped

with two (2) layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting and duct tape.

.06 The AACs licensed electrician shall de-energize the work area and all conduit running

through the work area, if possible.

a. Appropriate lock and tag out devices shall be installed at the circuit breakers.

b. All conduit that cannot be de-energized shall be wrapped with a minimum of one

(1) layer of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting.

1. Suspend OSHA approved, electrical - voltage and shock hazard warning

tags from the energized conduit traveling through the work area every six

feet. The warning tags shall remain in place for the duration of the

abatement project.

c. The AAC shall provide a temporary electric panel with ground fault interruption

outside the work area containment. All electrical power shall be brought into the

work area via ground fault interrupters (GFIs).

d. The AAC shall supply sufficient temporary lighting to illuminate the work area(s)

during abatement.

.07 The AAC shall utilize a PA State licensed Mechanical Services Contractor and

Certified Mechanic to assure that:

a. all utility services such as oil, natural gas, water and electric are disconnected

from the boiler & incinerator and tagged-out, including the gas lines to the

pilot lights, if present. The AAC shall meet and coordinate with the Facilities

Manager to determine which oil, natural gas, water and electric services

associated with the work area are essential and are required to remain

functional, if any.

1. The gas/oil lines supplying the boiler/incinerator shall be disconnected

back to a point where the remaining lines are away from potential

impact or damage due to the specified Boiler Room demolition tasks.

The upstream valves shall be closed, and a secure blind flange shall be

installed at the point of disconnection to facilitate future connections.

a. Any oil, gas, water and electric lines that are required to

remain ‘live’ in any work area as determined by the Building

Engineer shall be tagged every six feet.

b. Disconnection of the gas lines in the Boiler Room may require

coordination with representatives from the gas company. The

Certified Mechanic shall be assigned the responsibility to

determine if or when involvement of the gas company is

required.




2. The valves connecting the header and hot water return lines to the

boiler shall be closed.

a. The valves of the header and hot water return lines supplying

the boiler shall be disconnected at the flange at the stop valve.

A secure blind flange shall be installed at the point of

disconnection.

3. The piping supplying each boiler with make-up water shall be cut and

capped. The water supply to the make-up water piping to each boiler

shall be temporarily shut down to allow for the cutting and capping of

this piping.

b. All utility lines providing water, oil or natural gas are drained or evacuated

prior to the AAC continuing work.

c. The boiler systems are drained prior to the AAC commencing boiler

demolition work.

d. A “Purge Certificate” is provided following the completion of all of the

system isolation work described above.

e. The AAC shall demonstrate the completion of all of the system isolation tasks

and present the appropriate authorized “Purge Certificate” to the facilities

manager at a Pre-commencement Meeting scheduled prior to the

commencement of any boiler demolition or asbestos abatement tasks.

.08 Using wet-wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques, pre-clean all movable objects and relocate

to a site outside the work area. All fixed, unmovable objects shall be pre-cleaned and

sealed with one (1) layer of six-mil polyethylene sheeting.

.09 Approved high quality HEPA equipped air filtration devices (AFDs) shall be placed so as

to develop and hold a negative differential air pressure. Each AFD shall be equipped

with a magnehelic gauge or manometer to measure pressure drop across the filters,

indicating overload and a need to change filters. An automatic shutdown system shall be

provided in the event of an improper filter fit, a rupture in the HEPA filter, or a blocked

air discharge. a. The AFD exhaust shall be vented outside of the building.

1. All electrical cords to AFD units placed in the Boiler Room must be neatly

secured in wire harnesses attached to walls or ceilings.

2. Any AFD units placed in the work area shall be placed on platforms raised

a minimum of six feet, to ensure that boiler/incinerator components will

not impede air flow once dismantlement begins.

b. The negative differential air pressure shall be sufficient to provide a minimum of

four (4) air changes of the work area per hour. The AAC shall submit to the API

the number of AFDs projected to obtain this differential and the calculations used

to determine this. The AAC shall install a manometer to confirm the

differential, which should read minimum of -0.02 inches of water column.




c. Negative differential air pressure shall be continuously maintained, 24 hours a

day, in all enclosed work areas from the time the isolation and critical barriers are

first established until final clearance air sampling is completed, and the AAC is

released by the API.

.10 Install critical barriers consisting of two (2) separate independent layers of six-(6) mil

polyethylene over all windows, louvers, doors, and other critical openings inside the work

area such that the work area is isolated from the rest of the building. Small cracks,

penetrations, gaps, etc. shall be sealed with expansion foam.

a. Critical ‘containment’ barriers shall be erected to cover perimeter work area

openings greater than six (6) feet in width utilizing two (2) separate identifiable

layers of six-mil polyethylene. These areas shall include the opening extending

from the top of the eight (8) foot high wooden isolation barrier to the ceiling deck.

This wall sheeting shall be supported by studs or equivalent. Note: these are

considered critical barriers, and application of two additional layers of wall

coverings shall be required.

b. Domestic water heaters intended to remain operation during asbestos abatement

shall be boxed and vented. The box shall consist of studs and plywood sealed with

two layers of six-mil polyethylene sheeting. AFD type flexible duct shall be

installed and linked to the outside of the building to allow for sufficient venting of

the water heaters.

c. All functioning pumps and motors shall be boxed and vented. The box shall consist

of studs and plywood sealed with two layers of six-mil polyethylene sheeting.

Vents shall consist of AFD-type pre-filters.

d. Ensure all de-energized light fixtures, active electrical panels, control panels, and

control boxes are protected with watertight critical barriers consisting of two (2)

separate independent layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting.

e. Areas where critical barriers are to be installed shall first be pre-cleaned via wet

wipe and HEPA vacuum techniques.

f. Floor drains and sump pump pits shall be covered with fitted pieces of plywood

and caulked prior to covering with polyethylene.

.11 Construct a three-stage decontamination unit at the entrance to the boiler room

containment. Refer to Section 14.00 - Decontamination Facilities.

.12 A two-stage bagout chamber may also be constructed. This chamber shall be of similar

construction to decontamination unit. The bagout chamber shall be sealed when not in

active use. The decontamination chamber may need to be sealed when the bagout

chamber is in use if the manometer shows there is insufficient negative differential air

pressure.

.13 Install floor and wall coverings utilizing two (2) separate independent layers of six (6) mil

polyethylene sheeting throughout the work area containment.

a. The AAC shall ensure proper adhesion of the sheeting to problem areas, such as

walls with peeling paint.

b. Wall coverings shall extend from the ceiling deck to floor level and overlap the

floor sheeting (floor coverings shall extend twelve inches (12”) up behind the wall

coverings). All seams shall be staggered as to overlap a minimum of twelve inches

and be sealed with duct tape.




.14 Upon completion of work area preparation and approval by the on-site API, begin the

removal of all non-asbestos pipe insulation(s) and non-contaminated metal items under

‘dust control’ conditions.

.15 Disconnect the boiler & incinerator breeching(s) from the stack. Provide temporary

support to the breeching(s) to prevent from falling.

a. Seal the stack openings resulting from the disconnection of the breeching(s).

1. The stack openings shall be sealed with a blank.

2. The blank thickness shall be equal to or greater than the thickness of the

main breechings.

3. The draft induced by the smoke stack may be considerable. Anchor the

blank to the stack using the appropriate masonry anchors to properly

secure the blank in place.

4. Install two (2) layers of six-(6) mil polyethylene sheeting over the blank to

prevent the migration of asbestos fibers from the work area to and up the

stack due to the expected induced draft.

.16 Perform a cursory clean up of the work area in preparation of the commencement of boiler

& incinerator demolition.

.17 Begin dismantlement of the sectional boiler, incinerator, associated flues, associated

breechings, and all other associated appurtenances.

a. All interior insulation associated with the boiler and incinerator shall be treated

and disposed of as asbestos containing.

b. Removal of asbestos shall be initiated only after the material has been treated with

a solution of water and wetting agent. This wetting shall be repeated at such

intervals as to prevent the asbestos from drying out. Removal shall be performed

in a manner that minimizes the release of asbestos fibers.

1. All wastewater generated in the work area shall be added to packaged

asbestos waste materials.

c. All asbestos and asbestos contaminated materials shall be bagged as removal

occurs. No accumulations of removed asbestos and asbestos contaminated

materials shall be permitted to remain in the work area. ACM removed at a height

shall be bagged at that time or lowered to the ground in a controlled manner and

then bagged. No dropping of ACM shall be permitted.

d. The AAC shall ensure that personnel involved with the dismantlement of the boiler

and incinerator be experienced and qualified in boiler/incinerator demolition,

handling of winches and heavy loads, and in the use of cutting torches and other

mechanical cutting equipment. These individuals shall also possess Pennsylvania

asbestos certifications.

e. Equipment dismantlement shall be performed by approved methods. Local

exhaust shall be provided if acetylene or propane cutting torches are used in

equipment demolition. Adequate ventilation shall be ensured at all times. Ensure

that fire protection procedures are complied with as per Section 7.08-.09.

f. It may be necessary to erect bracings to support piping and breeching as demolition

progresses. The structural integrity of all boiler/incinerator appurtenances

shall be ensured at all times.




g. The boilers and incinerator shall be removed to the concrete foundations. Any

unsecured piping associated with the boilers and incinerator shall also be

removed as part of the boiler/incinerator demolition. Piping to remain must

be cut back to a point where it is secure and not at risk for failure and falling,

out of the way of Boiler demolition tasks and subsequent scheduled

mechanical upgrade work.

h. Metal components such as boiler access doors, boiler sections, burners, supports,

and incinerator casing may be disposed of as asbestos waste. Metal components

intended to be recycled or disposed of as construction debris must be cleaned,

inspected, and approved by the API prior to being sent out of the work area. All

dismantled metal boiler and incinerator components shall be removed from the

work area prior to final visual inspection and encapsulation procedures.

Dismantled metal components shall not remain in the work area.

.18 Incinerator dismantlement in containment shall involve demolition/removal of all interior

brickwork.

a. All interior brick and associated mortar encountered during incinerator

dismantlement must be assumed to be asbestos containing.

1. The AAC may request the Owners Representative collect bulk samples of

the materials in question. If the Owner agrees to such sampling, the

Owners Representative shall collect and submit samples to be analyzed via

PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy) method to definitively determine its

composition.

a. Confirmed non-asbestos brick and mortar may be

decontaminated (rinsed), encapsulated, and disposed of as

ordinary construction debris. Methods for decontaminating the

brick and transporting it to dumpsters shall be submitted to the

API for approval prior to start of brick demolition.

b. Assumed or confirmed asbestos containing bricks and/or mortars

shall be disposed of as asbestos contaminated waste in

accordance with Section 19.03 - ACM Waste Disposal.

b. All interior brick shall be removed down to concrete foundation. Engineering

controls shall be used to minimize dust raised during this process.

c. Only small amounts of demolished bricks shall be allowed to accumulate in the

work area. Larger amounts of accumulated bricks shall be considered a safety

hazard and impediment to accessibility and airflow.

d. All suspect materials encountered shall be treated as asbestos containing and

removed as such. This includes all sand, ash and/or any other debris encountered

in the ash pits.

e. All dismantled metal incinerator components shall be removed from the work

area prior to final visual inspection and encapsulation procedures. Dismantled

metal components shall not remain in the work area.

.19 Upon completing removal of all ACMs and dismantling all equipment in the work area,

perform an initial cleaning of all surfaces in the work area. Any residues shall be removed

using a stiff nylon brush or scraper. Surfaces shall then be HEPA vacuumed and/or wet

wiped to remove any visible debris.

.20 Upon completion of initial cleaning activities, remove the top layer of polyethylene floor

and wall sheeting and dispose of as asbestos waste.




.21 The AAC shall again, clean all surfaces in the work area, including polyethylene sheeting,

via wet-wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques.

.22 Upon completion of cleaning activities, the API shall conduct a detailed visual inspection

prior to encapsulation and shall approve the area for encapsulation when no visible dust or

debris is evident on any surfaces.

a. The AAC must deliver the encapsulant in the manufacturer’s original sealed and

labeled containers and store encapsulant in compliance with manufacturer’s

printed instructions. A copy of manufacturer’s printed instructions shall be

available on site at all times.

b. The AAC shall encapsulate the work area with an encapsulant whose

manufacturer’s instructions indicate that the encapsulant is approved for use on

the intended surfaces following asbestos abatement tasks.

c. Encapsulation shall not be performed with any packaged ACM or objectionable

equipment remaining in the work area.

.23 Upon approval by the on-site API, encapsulate all surfaces in the boiler room, and the

polyethylene sheeting used in work area preparation. The sealant/encapsulant shall be

tinted to provide a visual confirmation of uniformity and completeness of application.

.24 The API shall inspect the sealant/encapsulant to confirm adequate and proper application.

After the encapsulant has dried, the AAC shall remove the last layer of polyethylene floor

sheeting. The remaining wall sheeting shall remain intact for final clearance air sampling.

.25 The API shall conduct a detailed final inspection to ensure that no visible dust or debris

remains on any surfaces. If any suspect or objectionable material is evident, the AAC shall

clean the material and sufficient surrounding area to the satisfaction of the API, via wet-

wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques.

.26 Following an acceptable final inspection, the API shall perform clearance air sampling.

Refer to Section 9.00 - Air Monitoring by the Owner.

.27 If the results of clearance samples are unacceptable according to AHERA requirements, the

AAC shall re-clean the work area via wet-wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques. Following

an acceptable inspection, the API shall again perform clearance sampling. This sequence

shall be repeated until receipt of acceptable air sample results according to AHERA

requirements.

.28 Upon receipt of acceptable final visual inspections and acceptable air sample clearance

results, carefully dismantle materials used in the work area containment. These materials

shall be disposed of in sealable plastic bags as asbestos contaminated waste.




16.00 Preparation and Abatement – Minor Project Work Areas

.01 This section is intended to specify the acceptable methods for the removal of pipe fitting

insulation as listed in Section 1.04.

.02 The AAC shall assure that exits from the building are not obstructed. The work areas are to

be kept neat, clean, and safe.

.03 Only approved noncombustible or flame resistant materials shall be used in the construction

of temporary enclosures. Polyethylene sheeting shall be certified to conform to NFPA 701.

.04 Post OSHA specified, asbestos specific danger signs at the entrance to the work area. Such

signs shall also be posted when applicable to decons, bagout chambers, critical and

separation barriers, and waste storage containers.

.05 All building occupants shall be removed from the work area floors during the performance

of the removal project, unless access to the work area is restricted by an isolation barrier or

lockable doors.

a. If required, wooden isolation barriers shall be erected to completely isolate the

work area from any occupied areas of the building.

1. Isolation barriers shall be eight (8) feet high and shall be constructed of

minimum 3/8” fire-rated plywood supported by 2’x’3’ stud framing, or

equivalent, placed on sixteen inch (16”) centerlines. Appropriate footings

and bracings shall be installed to provide proper support.

.06 The AAC shall confine their equipment, storage of materials, tools, supplies, and activities

of their workmen to the limits established by the Owner and local ordinances.

.07 Assure any HVAC systems associated with or which course through the work area are

sealed, shut down, and locked out.

.08 Pre-clean the floor and horizontal surfaces via wet wipe and HEPA vacuum techniques.

a. All fixed objects shall be wet wiped and sealed with one (1) layer of six (6) mil

polyethylene.

.09 Install critical barriers consisting of one (1) layer of six-mil polyethylene over all windows,

doors, openings between walls and ceilings, and any other critical openings inside the work

area such that the work area is isolated from the rest of the building.

a. Ensure all electrical panels, control panels, and control boxes are protected with

watertight critical barriers consisting of one (1) layer of six-mil polyethylene.

b. Areas where critical barriers are to be installed shall first be pre-cleaned via wet

wipe and HEPA vacuum techniques.

.10 The AAC shall construct tent containments as specified below:

a. Erect wall and install floor coverings, completely enclosing and isolating the work

area immediately adjacent to the ACPF to be removed utilizing two (2) separate,

independent layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting.




b. Polyethylene sheeting shall be installed in such a manner as to cause minimal

damage to underlying surfaces. The Asbestos Abatement Contractor shall ensure

proper adhesion of the sheeting to problem areas, such as walls with peeling paint.

c. Tent walls shall extend from the ceiling deck to the floor level. All seams shall be

staggered as to overlap a minimum of twelve inches and be sealed with duct tape.

d. Approved high quality HEPA equipped air filtration devices (AFDs) shall be

placed so as to develop and hold a negative differential air pressure.

1. The AFD exhaust shall be vented outside of the building, or tent

containment.

2. A HEPA vacuum may be used if it is determined to provide the required

negative pressure.

.11 The API shall conduct a pre abatement preparation inspection prior to the installation of

containment bags.

.12 The AAC shall construct and attach a one-stage decontamination chamber to the tent

containment. The AAC shall also construct a remote two-stage decontamination chamber

complete with a shower at a designated location. Refer to Section 14.00 -

Decontamination Facilities. Exact placement shall be at the discretion of the AAC, with

approval from the on-site API.

.13 Upon completion of the work area preparation, and approval by the on-site API, install

containment bags (glove bags) around the ACPFs to be removed, in accordance with

manufactures’ instructions. The containment bag, once attached, shall be smoke tested

using a smoke tube and aspirator bulb. The containment bags shall be utilized in order to

further contain any airborne asbestos fibers released during the removal tasks and simplify

the subsequent final cleaning tasks.

a. Pipe insulation covered with metal jacketing shall first require the removal of the

metal jacket using appropriate tin snips.

b. The pipe insulation diameter worked shall not exceed one-half of the bag working

length above the attached gloves.

c. These bags are for single use and shall not be repositioned.

d. Polyethylene sheeting shall be applied to the work area floor beneath the ACPFs to

be removed, extending a minimum of five (5) feet in all directions or to the full

extent of the floor space included in the tent containment, whichever is larger.

.14 Removal of ACPFs shall be initiated only after the material has been treated with a solution

of water and wetting agent. At the start of each work day, the ACPFs to be removed shall

be wetted. This wetting shall be repeated at such intervals as to prevent the ACPFs from

drying out.

.15 Perform removal of the specified quantity of ACPI/ACPFs using the containment-bag

technique.




.16 Prior to removing the glove bag, any residue shall be removed using a stiff nylon brush or a

scraper. The pipe surfaces shall then be wet wiped to remove any visible debris. The API

shall conduct a visual inspection and approve encapsulation when no visible dust or debris

is evident on pipe surfaces.

.17 Upon approval by the API, encapsulate the pipe surfaces prior to removing the containment

bag. The API shall inspect the sealant/encapsulant to confirm adequate and proper

application and approve subsequent removal of the glove bag(s). When acceptable, the API

shall approve the removal of the glove-bag.

a. A HEPA vacuum shall be used to collapse the glove-bag prior to removal.

.18 After glove bags are removed, the AAC shall remove the inner layer of polyethylene

sheeting, clean all surfaces in the work area, including any remaining polyethylene

sheeting, via wet-wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques.

.19 Upon completion of cleaning activities, the API shall inspect the sealant/encapsulant to

confirm adequate and proper application.

.20 The API shall conduct a detailed final inspection to ensure that no visible dust or debris

remains on any surfaces. If any suspect or objectionable material is evident, the AAC shall

clean the material and sufficient surrounding areas to the satisfaction of the API, via wet-

wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques.

.21 Following an acceptable final inspection, the API shall perform clearance air sampling.

Refer to Section 9.00 - Air Monitoring by the Owner.

.22 If the results of clearance samples are unacceptable according to AHERA requirements, the

AAC shall re-clean the work area via wet-wipe and HEPA-vacuum techniques. Following

an acceptable inspection, the API shall again perform clearance sampling. This sequence

shall be repeated until receipt of acceptable air sample results according to AHERA

requirements.

.23 Upon receipt of acceptable final visual inspections and acceptable air sample clearance

results, carefully dismantle materials used in the work area containment. These materials

shall be disposed of in sealable plastic bags as asbestos contaminated waste.




17.00 Preparation and Abatement – Fan Unit Vibration Damper Cloths

.01 Vibration Damper Cloth (VDC) is classified as a non-friable Category II material. If

VDC removal is performed as a non-friable project, only methods that remove the material

intact are permitted. The use of any equipment that may sand, grind, saw, or abrade the

material is prohibited.

.02 Delineate and restrict the work areas using asbestos specific barrier tape and OSHA

specified, asbestos specific danger signs.

.03 Install floor coverings consisting of one (1) layer of six (6) mil polyethylene beneath the

VDC to be removed, extending at least five (5) feet in all directions.

.04 The VDC shall be sprayed with amended water before and during removal activities, to

wet the material and enhance dust control.

.05 Remove all fasteners from the metal flanges holding the VDC in place. Slightly pry apart

flanges and detach the cloth intact without tearing or cutting. Package and dispose as

asbestos containing waste.

a. Upon completion of removal, clean any residue from flanges using HEPA

vacuuming and wet-wipe techniques.

b. Clean all debris fallen onto the polyethylene sheeting below using a HEPA vacuum

and wet-wipe techniques.

.06 No clearance sampling shall be required following the completion of non-friable work

provided that the adjacent clean area samples collected during the non-friable abatement

< 0.010 f/cc. If clean area samples exceeded 0.010 f/cc during the non-friable abatement

tasks, five (5) clearance samples shall be collected and analyzed via PCM.

.07 Upon acceptable final visual inspections (and clearance air sample results, if applicable),

all materials used in the work area containment shall be carefully dismantled and

disposed in sealable plastic bags as asbestos contaminated waste.




18.00 Preparation & Abatement – Main Switchgear Transite Panels

.01 This section is intended to specify the acceptable methods for non-friable removal of

transite inside the main switchgear.

a. Ensure the main switchgear is de-energized prior to transite panel removal.

.02. Transite is classified as a non-friable Category II material. The removal shall be

performed as a non-friable project. Only methods that remove the material intact are

permitted. The use of any equipment that may sand, grind, saw, or abrade the material is

prohibited.

.03 Delineate and restrict the work area using asbestos specific barrier tape and asbestos

specific danger signs. The AAC shall assure that appropriate safety barriers are established

to prevent access to the work area by unauthorized persons. The work area is to be kept

neat, clean, and safe.

.04 Install floor coverings consisting of one (1) layer of six (6) mil polyethylene beneath the

switchgear, extending at least five (5) feet in all directions.

.05 Carefully remove all anchoring systems (screws, bolts, moldings, etc.) holding the panels in

place. Limited demolition of surrounding switchgear panel frame may be necessary. Spray

the panels with amended water before and during removal activities, to wet the materials

and minimize creation of dust.

.06 When all fasteners are removed, carefully remove the intact panel sections. The sections

shall carefully be placed onto a sheet of polyethylene and wrapped securely with two (2)

layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting. Seams shall be sealed with duct tape. Apply

labels to the wrapped panels and dispose of as asbestos waste.

.07 After removal of the panels, clean all residue from surfaces and fastener holes using HEPA-

vacuum and wet-wipe techniques, as well as any debris fallen onto the polyethylene

sheeting below.

.08 Carefully roll up the polyethylene sheeting. Place the rolled polyethylene sheeting into

appropriate asbestos waste containers. All wrapped panels and polyethylene sheeting shall

be disposed of as asbestos waste in accordance with Section 19.03 - ACM Waste Disposal.

.09 Upon conclusion of removal and cleaning, a visual inspection shall be made by the API to

ensure completeness of the removal.

.10 No clearance sampling shall be required following the completion of non-friable work

provided that the adjacent clean area samples collected during the non-friable abatement

< 0.010 f/cc. If clean area samples exceeded 0.010 f/cc during the non-friable abatement

tasks, five (5) clearance samples shall be collected and analyzed via PCM.




19.00 ACM Waste Disposal

.01 Approval shall be obtained form the API/Owner prior to temporary storage of any asbestos

waste containers or scrap metal/construction debris on site, prior to being loaded into

appropriate dumpsters. The waste shall be appropriately packaged according to the type of

waste. A polyethylene drop cloth and covering shall be provided and the storage areas

restricted by barrier tape and appropriate signage. Asbestos waste containers must be

distinctly stored separately from other waste. No long term storage may occur in these

areas.

.02 The loading, transportation, and disposal of asbestos waste at the landfill shall occur in

accordance with regulatory requirements of NESHAP and applicable state and local

guidelines and regulations.

.03 Waste disposal containers shall conform to one of the following. Waste with sharp edges

shall not be disposed of solely in polyethylene bags.

a. Two (2) six-mil polyethylene bags, one placed inside the other, separately sealed.

The bags shall be carefully closed to minimize dead air space and taped shut.

b. Material first shall be placed into burlap bags or equivalent to prevent

edges/corners from tearing or penetrating polyethylene waste bags. The encased

material may then be placed in two (2) six mil polyethylene bags, as per Subsection

a above.

c. One (1) six mil polyethylene sealed bag inside an air and water tight drum.

.04 The AAC shall label asbestos waste with the name of the generator and the location from

which the waste was generated.

.05 The container used for transporting and disposing of ACM waste shall be clearly and

properly labeled as specified in EPA and DOT regulations. In addition to generator labels,

containers must carry the following labels:

DANGER

CONTAINS ASBESTOS FIBERS

AVOID CREATING DUST

CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD

-and-

DOT labels requirement: (Easily readable in sharp relief)

CAUTION

Contains Asbestos Fibers

Avoid Opening or Breaking Container

Breathing Asbestos is Hazardous

to your Health

RQ ASBESTOS

9,NA2212,PG III

(ASBESTOS)

.06 During waste load out, post asbestos specific danger signs on and around the vehicle or

dumpster being used to transport the waste off site.




.07 All documentation of transportation and disposal transactions such as dump receipts, trip

tickets and waste manifests shall be completed and delivered to the Owner for their records.

.08 Should the Owner not receive a receipt of the waste shipment record within 35 days, the

Owner shall contact the AAC to determine the status/disposition of the waste.

.09 Should the Owner not receive a receipt of the waste shipment record within 45 days, the

Owner shall notify the EPA.




20.00 Project Closeout

.01 After achieving acceptable air sample clearance and dismantling the work areas, the AAC

shall be released after the following items are completed:

a. Removal of all temporary signs, labels, and tape.

b. Removal of all temporary devices, facilities, and equipment.

c. Cleaning the project site and storage areas of trash, etc.

d. Replacement/repair of any damage.

e. Removal of all waste containers (asbestos, scrap, and construction debris) from site

and proper disposal of waste.

f. All demolished piping, boiler, and incinerator components shall be removed from

site unless otherwise authorized.

.02 Upon completion of the project, the AAC shall submit final documentation to the

API/Consulting Firm, including all waste handling/shipping documentation/manifests,

OSHA air monitoring data, and daily worker sign-in sheets.

END OF SPECIFICATION