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THE SPECIFICATION SECTION IN THE CONTRACT

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[DIVISION 17: SUPPLIES AND SERVICES]{.underline}

BUILDING DESIGN SPECIFICATION NO. 17101

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USE: Design buildings, including calculations, drawings, specifications,
and cost estimates.

**NOTES TO SPECIFIER:**

A. Options within paragraphs are identified by enclosure in brackets;
blank spaces enclosed by brackets \[\_\_\_\_\_\] provide for information
to be inserted, as appropriate, to individual projects.

B. **TO AVOID CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS AND COSTLY MISTAKES,** the
specifier must edit (delete, substitute or add to the text). The
remaining paragraphs must be renumbered.

C. DELETE FOR FINAL COPY: Notes to the Specifier, located between lines
of asterisks; all \[brackets\], [underlining]{.underline}, **boldface**,
and *italics*, within the paragraphs; and this page. (Open Reveal Codes
\[alt F3\] to do this accurately.)

D. [To Edit "(Footer B)":]{.underline} (Corel 8). **ENTIRE FOOTER SHOULD
BE BOLDED.** Click in the footer and delete the "Project Name (ftr B)"
text and replace it with the **Name of the Project (upper and lower
case)**. Replace date with current MM/YY (WITHOUT BRACKETS).

E. The Guide Specifications are intended to be continuously reviewed and
revised. User's technical comments are appreciated. Also, other related
or similar specification that are written "from scratch" that could
benefit others, or other questions can be sent to NSTC A/E Group, ST
110, or call (303) 987-6868.

**DRAWING DATA REQUIRED:** Location and detail drawings as needed.

**REQUIRED SPEC MODIFICATIONS:**

[GENERAL NOTES]{.underline}

1\. Whenever entire articles, paragraphs or subparagraphs are not
applicable, the articles, paragraphs or subparagraphs should be deleted;
when necessary, reletter or renumber articles, paragraphs or
subparagraphs.

2\. THIS GUIDE IS NOT INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR READING THE ENTIRE
SECTION.

**REVISIONS OF THIS SECTION:**

CSI format, editorial changes: 12/01

Metric:

Technical Update: 06/92

SECTION C

BUILDING DESIGN SPECIFICATION NO. 17101, Rev. 6-92

C.4.0 ARCHITECTURAL

C.4.1 Scope : This subsection provides the objectives and criteria for
the architectural design.

C.4.2 Design Requirements : Not all elements of the project are totally
defined. General information is supplied to identify magnitude of the
project. It will be necessary to meet with the Contracting Officer and
others on the Government\'s staff to determine additional specific
requirements, such as critical spatial relationships and details of
storage area requirements. The following items shall be considered as
this design is undertaken.

C.4.2.1 Codes and Standards : Work shall be designed to comply with the
Codes and Standards cited in
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\].

C.4.2.2 Construction Specifications : Shall be prepared according to the
standards cited in
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\].

C.4.2.3 Construction Drawings : Shall be prepared according to the
standards cited in
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\].

C.4.2.4 Submittals : Shall be prepared and submitted according to the
requirements cited in
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\].

C.4.2.5 Design Concept : The fundamental design concept employed shall
reflect a \"contemporary\" design approach. The design of the project
shall emphasize the \[character of the site\] \[outdoor character of the
\[\_\_\_\_\] region,\] \[and\] \[the existing buildings\] while
de-emphasizing the institutional aspects of such an installation.

C.4.2.6 Operational Activities : This proposed
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\] can
generally be considered to contain \[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\] separate
activities. The A/E Contractor shall acquaint the design staff with the
requirements of this project and the activities carried on by the
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\] by extensive visitations to the site
and interviewing the users of the completed project. An on-site
coordinator will be designated to arrange these visits and interviews.
The \[\_\_\_\] separate activities are described below to provide the
A/E Contractor with insight into the \[activities\] \[movements\] of
personnel and materials as they relate to this project.

a\.
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C.4.2.7 Materials of Construction : Special consideration shall be given
to the inclusion of materials and details which will require minimal
maintenance. Exterior finish shall be compatible with existing
buildings.

C.4.2.8 Entrances : The building shall have \[entrances which facilitate
the movement of personnel easily to and from vehicles and other nearby
facilities\] \[separate entrances for personnel to reflect the several
organizational units housed within the facility and to promote
security\]. Access to common use spaces may be internal; however, the
design shall discourage movement of personnel from common spaces to
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\] areas. \[Personnel access shall be grouped as
follows:

a\.
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C.4.2.9 Color Schemes : Exterior and interior color schemes are
recognized as having major importance. The tasteful arrangement of
colors and textures of materials is essential to the success of this
project. Avoid the use of strong contrasts and garish colors.

C.4.2.10 Roof : It is preferable that all roofs have a positive slope.
If the design requires a flat roof or a combination of pitched and flat
roof areas, the flat areas shall have a \[1/4 inch\] per foot minimum
slope to \[internal\] drains \[or a combination of internal drains and
scuppers\] \[and shall be of IRMA type construction\].

C.4.2.11 Glazing : Exterior double or triple glazed windows shall be
installed throughout this project as required by energy calculations.
Where practical, operating windows shall be considered.

C.4.2.12 Doors : Exterior doors and frames shall be insulated and of
hollow metal construction. Roll up doors shall be foam core insulated
metal with an effective R valve of not less than \[7\]. Roll up doors
shall be fully weather stripped with low air infiltration. Interior door
frames shall be hollow metal. Interior doors shall be \[reinforced
hollow metal\]
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\].

C.4.2.13 Switchboard Rooms : Shall be provided with two means of egress
for personnel safety. Exit doors shall be provided with panic-type
hardware and shall open into spaces that are accessible at all times.
Exit doors shall not open directly into stairways, toilets, gear rooms,
or shops spaces that may be locked.

C.4.2.14 Toilet Stall Partitions : Shall be ceiling hung. Toilet stall
partitions and room accessories shall be durable and vandal proof.

C.4.2.15 Portable Fire Extinguishers : Shall be furnished and housed in
recessed cabinets located near each exit and/or stairway, and in areas
required by fire codes. \[Provide an extinguisher system above the
cooking surfaces in the kitchen.\]

C.4.2.16 Restroom, Shower, Drying, and Dressing Areas : Shall have
glazed ceramic tile finish on walls, and the floors shall be unglazed
ceramic tile.

C.4.2.17 Door Hardware : Shall be classed as \"heavy duty\"
\[cylindrical\] \[Mortise by Sargent or equal\]. Specify locks of the
same manufacture and in conformance with the government\'s established
lock and keying system. All exterior doors shall be capable of being
unlocked from the outside with a key, but shall not remain unlocked by
this operation. The Construction Contractor shall provide \[Falcon Key
System X521DL or Best Key System 83X6A4A\] entrance knobs. The lock
cylinders shall be keyway \"A\". The Construction Contractor shall not
be required to furnish any keys. The Contractor shall install his own
cores to maintain security during construction. Upon final acceptance by
the Government, the Contractor shall remove his cores and the Government
will install its own cores.

C.4.2.18 Secure Rooms : Rooms designated as \"SECURE\" shall have walls
extending from the floor to the structural deck above. The walls shall
be constructed as if to receive a 2 hour fire rating and shall have
locksets on the doors. A list of \"SECURE\" rooms will be provided by
the Contracting Officer \[after approval of the Conceptual design\].

C.4.2.19 Audio-Visual Design : The following design paragraphs describe
spaces which require audio-visual (A/V) design services: \[[
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These audio-visual design services shall consist of the following:

a\. Design to provide A/V ready space.

b\. Design of A/V systems required.

c\. Selection of equipment required.

d\. Preparation of specifications and cost estimates.

C.4.2.20 Movable/Folding Room Dividers : Shall have minimum STC-50
acoustical properties.

C.4.2.21 Exterior Door Hardware : Shall be selected to meet the needs of
the user.

C.4.2.22 Carpeting : Office, conference, and circulation spaces shall be
carpeted. The exception is the foyer, or entry area, which will feature
terrazzo, brick paver, exposed aggregate concrete or a material of equal
quality. No carpet shall be used in the \[[ ]{.underline}.\] A suitable
floor covering (or none at all) shall be provided as determined by the
designer for utility rooms, mechanical equipment rooms, communications
closets, control rooms or other similar spaces.

C.4.2.23 Partitions : Partitions around and between toilet rooms,
conference rooms, and permanent offices shall run to the structural deck
above. Provide sound deadening to minimum \[STC-50\] for these areas.
\[Special attention shall be given to the total building shell regarding
abatement of aircraft noise.\]

C.4.2.24 Exterior Finish : When wood is selected for exterior use, it
shall require minimal maintenance.

C.4.2.25 Exterior Building Shell : Special attention shall be given to
the total building shell regarding the abatement of aircraft noise. The
A/E Contractor shall investigate the sound level occurring at the site
as the result of present and future aircraft operations at the adjacent
\[\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\] and shall
recommend Noise Level Reduction, outdoor to indoor, as required. This
recommendation shall be presented at the Conceptual Review meeting and
shall include the following:

a\. Summary of existing noise conditions at this site including the
following:

1\. Latest data no noise levels (Ldn), and

2\. Sources of this data.

b\. Discussion of expected future noise levels (ldn)

c\. Recommendation for (or against) Noise Level Reduction (NLR)
including:

1\. Discussion of rational leading to the recommendations

2\. Amount of NLR in decibels recommended, and

3\. A cost estimate to accomplish the NLR.

d\. This recommendation shall be in the form of a letter to the
Contracting Officer.

END OF SUBSECTION C.4.0

ARCHITECTURAL