Specification:Removal and salvage of historic building materials

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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The work includes removal and salvage of identified historic items and materials, and removal of resulting rubbish and debris. General demolition of non-historic materials and removal of resulting rubbish and debris shall comply with the requirements of Section 02 41 00 [DEMOLITION] [AND] [DECONSTRUCTION]. Materials to be salvaged or recycled shall be stored daily in areas and manner specified by the Contracting Officer. In the interest of conservation, salvage and recycling shall be pursued to the maximum extent possible. Submit a Work Plan The procedures proposed for the accomplishment of the work. The procedures shall provide for safe conduct of the work, careful removal and disposition of materials specified to be salvaged or recycled, dust control, protection of property which is to remain undisturbed, coordination with other work in progress, and timely disconnection of utility services. The procedures shall include a detailed description of the methods and equipment to be used for each operation, and the sequence of operations..

Dust Control
The amount of dust resulting from removal, salvage and demolition operations shall be controlled to prevent the spread of dust to occupied portions of the construction site and to avoid creation of a nuisance in the surrounding area. Use of water to control dust will not be permitted when it will result in, or create, damage to existing building materials and hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding and pollution.

Protection of Existing Historic Property
Before beginning any removal, salvage or demolition work, survey the site and examine the drawings and specifications to determine the extent of the work. Take necessary precautions to avoid damage to existing historic items that are to remain in place, to be reused, or to remain the property of the Owner. Repair or restore items damaged by the Contractor to original condition, or replaced, as approved by the Contracting Officer. Coordinate the work of this section with all other work and shall construct and maintain shoring, bracing and supports, as required. Ensure that structural elements are not overloaded and shall provide additional supports as may be required as a result of any cutting, removal, or demolition work performed under this contract.

Protection From the Weather
The interior of buildings to remain and salvageable materials shall be protected from the weather at all times. Salvaged historic materials shall be stored out of contact with the ground and under weathertight covering.

Environmental Protection
The work shall comply with the requirements of [Section 02 82 14.00 10 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT] [Section 02 83 19.00 10 LEAD BASED PAINT HAZARD ABATEMENT, TARGET HOUSING & CHILD OCCUPIED FACILITIES] [_____].

SUBMITTALS
Owner approval is required for submittals with a "O" designation; submittals not having a "O" designation are for [Contractor Quality Control approval.] [information only. When used, a designation following the "O" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Owner.] Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00.

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
 * SD-03 Product Data
 * Work Plan [; O][; O, [_____]].

QUALIFICATIONS
Provide qualified workers trained and experienced in whole-building recycling, including removal and salvage of historic materials. Submit documentation of five consecutive years of work of this type with a list of similar projects identifying when, where, and for whom the work was done. A current point-of-contact for identified references shall be provided. =PRODUCTS= Not Used =EXECUTION=

SALVAGED ITEMS
Salvage items to the maximum extent possible. Prior to any demolition work, historic items to be salvaged shall be removed from the structure. Removal of salvageable items shall be accomplished by hand labor to the maximum extent possible. Care shall be taken to not damage historic portions of the structure to remain or items identified for salvage. Furnishings, equipment, and materials not scheduled for salvage or recycling shall be removed prior to any salvaging procedures. Keep a complete recording of all salvaged materials including the condition of such materials before, and after, salvage operations.

Site Work
The following site items shall be removed intact and salvaged: [fences and gates] [site furnishings] [fountains] [sculpture] [site ornaments] [site lighting fixtures] [_____].

Concrete
The following concrete items shall be removed intact and salvaged: [precast architectural elements] [_____].

Masonry
The following masonry items shall be removed intact and salvaged: [brick] [stone] [terra cotta] [cast stone] [clay tile trim elements] [cornerstones] [_____].

Metals
The following metal items shall be removed intact and salvaged: [ladders] [stairs and handrails] [cast architectural ornament] [architectural metalwork] [ornamental ironwork] [gratings and metal walkways] [_____].

Wood
The following materials shall be removed intact and salvaged: [wood decking] [millwork] [custom paneling] [wood stairs and handrails] [ladders] [architectural woodwork] [custom casework] [wood timbers (125 x 125 mm 5 x 5 inch or larger)] [_____].

Thermal and Moisture Protection
The following materials shall be removed intact and salvaged: [slate tiles] [clay tiles] [gutters, leaders, and downspouts] [skylights] [roof accessories] [exterior siding] [______].

Doors and Windows
Doors and windows with associated hardware and operating mechanisms shall be removed intact (including glass) and salvaged per schedule.

Finishes
The following special or historic finishes shall be [protected] [removed] and remain intact: [stenciling] [decorative tile] [molded ornament] [decorative ceiling materials] [wood flooring] [textured wall coverings] [murals] [_____].

Equipment and Specialty Items
The following equipment and specialty items shall be removed intact and salvaged: [chalkboards and tackboards] [toilet partitions] [louvers and vents] [stoves] [plaques] [lockers] [mirrors] [bath accessories] [partitions] [contents of cornerstones] [document boxes] [_____].

Mechanical Equipment
The following mechanical equipment shall be removed intact and salvaged: [bathroom fixtures] [radiators] [registers and grilles] [fans] [______].

Electrical Equipment
The following electrical fixtures and equipment shall be removed intact and salvaged: [light fixtures] [switches] [switch plates] [outlet covers] [clocks] [telecommunications equipment] [______].

RECYCLED MATERIALS
Recycle materials to the maximum extent possible. Removal of recyclable materials shall be accomplished by hand labor wherever possible. Historic portions of the structure to remain and items identified for salvage shall not be damaged while removing materials for recycling. The following materials shall be recycled: [dimension lumber] [scrap wood] [paper and cardboard] [gypsum wallboard] [asphalt] [rubble] [glass] [metals] [_____].

DISPOSITION OF MATERIALS
Title to materials and equipment to be demolished, except Owner and using service salvage and historical items, is vested in the Contractor upon receipt of notice to proceed. The Owner will not be responsible for the condition, loss or damage to such property after notice to proceed.

Material Salvaged for the Contractor
Temporarily store salvaged material as approved by the Contracting Officer and remove from the property before completion of the contract. Sale of salvaged material on the site is prohibited.

Items Salvaged for the Owner
Salvaged items to remain the property of the Owner shall be removed in a manner to prevent damage, packed or crated to protect the items from damage, or as directed by the Contracting Officer. Items damaged during removal or storage shall be repaired or replaced to match existing items. Containers shall be properly identified as to contents. The following items reserved as property of the Owner shall be delivered to the areas designated: [_____].

Items Salvaged for the Using Service
The following items reserved as property of the using service will be removed prior to commencement of work under this contract: [_____].

CLEAN-UP
Upon completion of the work, portions of structure to remain and adjacent areas and structures shall be cleaned of dust, dirt, and debris caused by salvage and demolition operations. Debris and rubbish shall be removed and transported in a manner that prevents spillage on streets or adjacent areas. Local regulations regarding hauling and disposal shall apply.