CUNY Queensborough Community College RFK Hall Gym Ventilation and Air Conditioning & Associated Asbestos Abatement

PROJECT MANUAL
CUNY - QUEENSBOROUGH CC
ROBERT F. KENNEDY HALL
GYM VENTILATION AND AIR
CONDITIONING
222-05 56TH AVENUE
515 BROADWAY
QUEENS, NY 11364
ALBANY, NY 12207-2964
518.257.3000
28 LIBERTY STREET
55TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10005-1400
DASNY PROJECT NUMBER: 3740109999 /CR2
212.273.5000
800.992.2788
6047 TRANSIT ROAD
SUITE 103 DATE: 09/05/2025
EAST AMHERST, NY 14051
716.566.4400 60% SUBMISSION
3495 WINTON PLACE VOLUME 1 1
OF
BUILDING C, SUITE 1
ROCHESTER, NY 14623
585.450.8400
LiRo Engineers, Inc.
3 AERIAL WAY
SYOSSET, NY 11791
516-938-5476
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 - SPECIFICATIONS
DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
011200 Contract Summary of Work
012900 Payment Procedures
013100 Project Management and Coordination
013200 Project Scheduling - Single Prime
013300 Submittal Procedures
013529 Site Security
013533 Site Safety
014000 Quality and Code Requirements
015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls
015100 Temporary Utilities
015316 Sidewalk Bridge
015423 Scaffolding and Hoisting
016000 Product Requirements
017329 Cutting and Patching
017413 Cleaning
017416 Site Maintenance
017419 Construction Waste Management
017423 Final Cleaning
017700 Contract Closeout Requirements
017713 Substantial Completion
017823 Operation and Maintenance Manuals
017839 As Built Documents
017900 Training
019113 General Commissioning Requirements
DIVISION 02 EXISTING CONDITIONS
024119 Selective Demolition
028600 Identification and Disposal of Hazardous Waste
028200 Asbestos Removal
DIVISION 03 CONCRETE
031100 Concrete Formwork
032100 Steel Concrete Reinforcement
033000 Cast-in-place Concrete
035416 Hydraulic Cement Underlayment
DIVISION 04 MASONRY
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DIVISION 05 METALS
051200 Structural Steel Framing
055000 Metal Fabrications
DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
078413 Penetration Firestopping
079200 Joint Sealants
DIVISION 08 OPENINGS
089000 Louvers
DIVISION 09 FINISHES
092900 Gypsum Board
095113 Acoustical Panel Ceilings
099123 Interior Painting
DIVISION 22 PLUMBING
220517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Plumbing Piping
220529 Hangers and Supports for Pluming Piping and Equipment
220553 Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment
221316 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping
221319 Sanitary Waste Piping Specialties
DIVISION 23 MECHANICAL
230130.52 Existing HVAC Air Distribution System Cleaning
230500 Common Work Results for HVAC
230513 Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment
230514 Variable-Frequency Drives
230515 HVAC Motor Starters
230517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for HVAC Piping
230518 Escutcheons for HVAC Piping
230519 Meters and Gauges for HVAC Piping
230523 General-Duty Valves for HVAC Piping
230529 Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment
230548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for HVAC
230553 Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment
230593 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC
230700 HVAC Insulation
230800 Mechanical Commissioning Requirements
230923 Direct Digital Control (DDC) System for HVAC
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232116 Hydronic Piping Specialties
232123 Hydronic Pumps
233113 Metal Ducts
233300 Air Duct Accessories
233346 Flexible Ducts
233416 HVAC Fans
233600 Air Terminal Units
233713 Diffusers, Registers, and Grilles
237313.19 Indoor, Custom Air-Handling Units
238216.11 Hydronic Air Coils
238236 Finned-Tube Radiation Heaters
238239.13 Cabinet Unit Heaters
238239.16 Propeller Unit Heaters
DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL
260500 Common Work Results for Electrical
260502 Electrical Demolition for Remodeling
260504 Cleaning, Inspection, and Testing of Electrical Equipment
260519 Wiring General 600 Volts and Under
260523 Wiring for Motors and Motor Controllers
260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems
260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems
260533 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems
260553 Identification for Electrical Systems
260919 Enclosed Contactors
262416 Panelboards
262702 Equipment Wiring Systems
262726 Wiring Devices
262728 Disconnect Switches
262813 Fuses
262815 Circuit Breakers for Existing Panelboards
262816 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers
262900 Low-Voltage Controllers
265113 Interior Lighting Fixtures
DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY (FIRE ALARM)
283111 Addressable Fire-Alarm Systems

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SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions
and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Demolition and removal of selected portions of building.
2. Salvage of existing items to be reused or recycled.
1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. The American Society of Safety Engineers
1. ASSE A10.6-2006: Safety Requirements for Demolition Operations (ANSI)
1.4 DEFINITIONS
A. Remove: Detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site unless
indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.
B. Remove and Reinstall: Detach items from existing construction, prepare for reuse, and reinstall
where indicated.
C. Existing to Remain: Existing items of construction that are not to be permanently removed and that
are not otherwise indicated to be removed, removed and salvaged, or removed and reinstalled.
1.5 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP
A. Unless otherwise indicated, demolition waste becomes property of Contractor.
1.6 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS
A. Predemolition Conference: Conduct conference at a time and location selected by the Owner.
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1. Inspect and discuss condition of construction to be selectively demolished.
2. Review structural load limitations of existing structure.
3. Review and finalize selective demolition schedule and verify availability of materials,
demolition personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays.
4. Review requirements of work performed by other trades that rely on substrates exposed by
selective demolition operations.
5. Review areas where existing construction is to remain and requires protection.
1.7 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Proposed Protection Measures: Submit report, including drawings, that indicates the measures
proposed for protecting individuals and property for environmental protection, dust control and
noise control. Indicate proposed locations and construction of barriers.
B. Schedule of Selective Demolition Activities: Indicate the following:
1. Detailed sequence of selective demolition and removal work, with starting and ending
dates for each activity. Ensure Owner's on-site operations are uninterrupted.
2. Interruption of utility services. Indicate how long utility services will be interrupted.
3. Coordination for shutoff, capping, and continuation of utility services.
4. Use of elevator and stairs.
5. Coordination of Owner's continuing occupancy of portions of existing building and of
Owner's partial occupancy of completed Work.
C. Inventory: Submit a list of items to be removed and salvaged and deliver to Owner prior to start of
demolition.
D. Predemolition Photographs: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction, including finish
surfaces, that might be misconstrued as damage caused by salvage and demolition operations. Items
not documented will be assumed to be caused by the Contractor's operations and shall be repaired
and replaced at no additional cost to the Owner.
E. Warranties: Documentation indicated that existing warranties are still in effect after completion of
selective demolition.
1.8 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Inventory: Submit a list of items that have been removed and salvaged.
B. Landfill Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of hazardous wastes by a landfill facility licensed
to accept hazardous wastes.
1.9 FIELD CONDITIONS
A. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area. Conduct
selective demolition so Owner's operations will not be disrupted.
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B. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far
as practical.
C. Notify Owner and Architect of discrepancies between existing conditions and Drawings before
proceeding with selective demolition.
D. Hazardous Materials: Hazardous materials are present in buildings and structures to be selectively
demolished. A report on the presence of hazardous materials is on file for review and use.
Examine report to become aware of locations where hazardous materials are present.
1. Do not disturb hazardous materials or items suspected of containing hazardous materials
except under procedures specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.
E. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site is not permitted.
F. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against
damage during selective demolition operations.
1. Maintain fire-protection facilities in service during selective demolition operations.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged
during selective demolition, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.
Notify warrantor before proceeding.
B. Notify warrantor on completion of selective demolition, and obtain documentation verifying that
existing system has been inspected and warranty remains in effect. Submit documentation at Project
closeout.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 PEFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginning
selective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having
jurisdiction.
B. Standards: Comply with ANSI/ASSE A10.6 and NFPA 241.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before starting selective demolition
operations.
B. Review record documents of existing construction provided by Owner. Owner does not guarantee
that existing conditions are same as those indicated in record documents.
C. Survey existing conditions and correlate with requirements indicated to determine extent of selective
demolition required.
D. When unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements that conflict with intended
function or design are encountered, investigate and measure the nature and extent of conflict.
Promptly submit a written report to Owner and Architect.
E. Survey of Existing Conditions: Record existing conditions by use of preconstruction photographs.
1. Inventory and record the condition of items to be removed and salvaged. Provide photographs
of conditions that might be misconstrued as damage caused by salvage operations.
2. Before selective demolition or removal of existing building elements that will be reproduced
or duplicated in final Work, make permanent record of measurements, materials, and
construction details required to make exact reproduction.
3.2 UTILITY SERVICES AND MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
A. Existing Services/Systems to Remain: Maintain services/systems indicated to remain and protect
them against damage.
B. Existing Services/Systems to Be Removed, Relocated, or Abandoned: Locate, identify, disconnect,
and seal or cap off indicated utility services and mechanical/electrical systems serving areas to be
selectively demolished.
1. Owner will arrange to shut off indicated services/systems when requested by Contractor.
2. Disconnect, demolish, and remove fire-suppression systems, plumbing, and HVAC systems,
equipment, and components indicated to be removed.
a. Piping to Be Removed: Remove portion of piping indicated to be removed and cap
or plug remaining piping with same or compatible piping material.
b. Piping to Be Abandoned in Place: Drain piping and cap or plug piping with same or
compatible piping material.
c. Equipment to Be Removed: Disconnect and cap services and remove equipment.
d. Equipment to Be Removed and Reinstalled: Disconnect and cap services and remove,
clean, and store equipment; when appropriate, reinstall, reconnect, and make
equipment operational.
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e. Equipment to Be Removed and Salvaged: Disconnect and cap services and remove
equipment and deliver to Owner.
f. Ducts to Be Removed: Remove portion of ducts indicated to be removed and plug
remaining ducts with same or compatible ductwork material.
g. Ducts to Be Abandoned in Place: Cap or plug ducts with same or compatible ductwork
material.
3.3 PREPARATION
A. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct selective demolition and debris-removal operations
to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and other adjacent occupied
and used facilities.
1. Comply with requirements for access and protection specified in Section 015000
"Temporary Facilities and Controls."
B. Temporary Facilities: Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury
to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.
1. Provide protection to ensure safe passage of people around selective demolition area and to
and from occupied portions of building.
2. Protect walls, ceilings, floors, and other existing finish work that are to remain or that are
exposed during selective demolition operations.
3. Cover and protect furniture, furnishings, and equipment that have not been removed.
4. Comply with requirements for temporary enclosures, dust control, heating, and cooling
specified in Section 015000 "Temporary Facilities and Controls."
C. Temporary Shoring: Provide and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as required to
preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes to
remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being
demolished.
1. Strengthen or add new supports when required during progress of selective demolition.
D. Remove temporary barricades and protections where hazards no longer exist.
3.4 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION, GENERAL
A. General: Demolish and remove existing construction only to the extent required by new construction
and as indicated. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing
regulations and as follows:
1. Proceed with selective demolition systematically, from higher to lower level.
2. Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Use cutting
methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction. Use hand
tools or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping, to
minimize disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings to remain.
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3. Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces to avoid marring
existing finished surfaces.
4. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials. At concealed
spaces, such as duct and pipe interiors, verify condition and contents of hidden space before
starting flame-cutting operations. Maintain portable fire-suppression devices during flame-
cutting operations.
5. Maintain adequate ventilation when using cutting torches.
6. Remove decayed, vermin-infested, or otherwise dangerous or unsuitable materials and
promptly dispose of off-site.
7. Remove structural framing members and lower to ground by method suitable to avoid free
fall and to prevent ground impact or dust generation.
8. Locate selective demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to impose
excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.
9. Dispose of demolished items and materials promptly.
B. Removed and Salvaged Items:
1. Clean salvaged items.
2. Pack or crate items after cleaning. Identify contents of containers.
3. Store items in a secure area until delivery to Owner.
4. Transport items to Owner's storage area, designated by Owner.
5. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.
C. Removed and Reinstalled Items:
1. Clean and repair items to functional condition adequate for intended reuse.
2. Pack or crate items after cleaning and repairing. Identify contents of containers.
3. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.
4. Reinstall items in locations indicated. Comply with installation requirements for new
materials and equipment. Provide connections, supports, and miscellaneous materials
necessary to make item functional for use indicated.
D. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling
during selective demolition. When permitted by Architect, items may be removed to a suitable,
protected storage location during selective demolition and reinstalled in their original locations after
selective demolition operations are complete.
E. Refer to Drawings for additional requirements for demolition scope and extent.
3.5 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION PROCEDURES FOR SPECIFIC MATERIALS
A. Masonry: Demolish in small sections. Cut masonry at junctures with construction to remain, using
power-driven saw, then remove masonry between saw cuts.
B. Concrete Slabs-on-Grade: Saw-cut perimeter of area to be demolished, then break up and remove.
C. Resilient Floor Coverings: Remove floor coverings and adhesive according to recommendations in
RFCI's "Recommended Work Practices for the Removal of Resilient Floor Coverings."
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