USACE / NAVFAC / AFCESA / NASA UFGS-01 45 02.10 (November 2009)
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UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
References are in agreement with UMRL dated January 2009
SECTION 01 45 02.10
NAVFAC QUALITY CONTROL FOR MINOR CONSTRUCTION
11/08
NOTE: This guide specification covers the requirements for Quality Control
for small construction projects and repair or maintenance work. It may also
be used for minor elements or small quantities of work in larger projects at
the discretion of the Government.
Edit this guide specification for project specific requirements by adding, deleting,
or revising text. For bracketed items, choose applicable items(s) or insert
appropriate information.
Remove information and requirements not required in respective project, whether
or not brackets are present.
Comments and suggestions on this guide specification are welcome and should
be directed to the technical proponent of the specification. A listing of technical
proponents, including their organization designation and telephone number, is
on the Internet.
Recommended changes to a UFGS should be submitted as a Criteria Change Request
(CCR).
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
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the guide specification. The publications are referred to in the text by basic
designation only and listed in this paragraph by organization, designation,
date, and title.
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The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are
referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
[U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)EM 385-1-1(2008) Safety and Health Requirements Manual]1.2 SUBMITTALS
NOTE: Review submittal description (SD) definitions in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES and edit the following list to reflect only the submittals required
for the project. Submittals should be kept to the minimum required for adequate
quality control.
A “G” following a submittal item indicates that the submittal requires Government
approval. Some submittals are already marked with a “G”. Only delete an existing
“G” if the submittal item is not complex and can be reviewed through the Contractor’s
Quality Control system. Only add a “G” if the submittal is sufficiently important
or complex in context of the project.
For submittals requiring Government approval on Army projects, a code of up
to three characters within the submittal tags may be used following the "G"
designation to indicate the approving authority. Codes for Army projects using
the Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for Architect-Engineer; "DO"
for District Office (Engineering Division or other organization in the District
Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for Resident Office; and "PO" for Project
Office. Codes following the "G" typically are not used for Navy, Air Force,
and NASA projects.
Choose the first bracketed item for Navy, Air Force and NASA projects, or choose
the second bracketed item for Army projects.
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation
are [for Contractor Quality Control approval.][for information only. When used, a designation following the
"G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.] The following shall
be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals
QC Plan; G, [_____]
Submit a QC plan within 15 calendar days after receipt of Notice of Award.
1.3 INFORMATION FOR THE CONTRACTING OFFICER (KO)
NOTE: Weekly CQC Reports and Contractor Producton Reports may be submitted
on contracts and task orders under $750,000.
Prior to commencing work on construction, the Contractor can obtain a single copy set of the current report
forms from the KO. The report forms will consist of the Contractor Production Report, Contractor Production
Report (Continuation Sheet), Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Report, CQC Report (Continuation Sheet), Preparatory
Phase Checklist, Initial Phase Checklist, Rework Items List, and Testing Plan and Log.
Deliver the following to the KO:
a. CQC Report: Original and one copy, by 10:00 AM the next working [day ][week ]after each
[day ][week ]that work is performed;
b. Contractor Production Report: Original and one copy by 10:00 AM the next working [day ][week
]after each [day ][week ]that work is performed;
c. Preparatory Phase Checklist: Original attached to the original CQC Report and one copy
attached to each copy;
d. Initial Phase Checklist: Original attached to the original CQC Report and one copy attached
to each copy;
e. Field Test Reports: One copy, within [two working days ][the week ]after the test is performed,
attached to the CQC Report;
f. QC Meeting Minutes: One copy, within [two working days ][the week ]after the meeting; and
g. QC Certifications: As required by the paragraph entitled "QC Certifications."
1.4 QC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Establish and maintain a QC program as described in this section. The QC program consists of a QC Manager, a
QC plan, a Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, QC meetings, three phases of control, submittal review
and approval, testing, and QC certifications and documentation necessary to provide materials, equipment, workmanship,
fabrication, construction and operations which comply with the requirements of this contract. The QC program
shall cover on-site and off-site work and shall be keyed to the work sequence. No work or testing may be performed
unless the QC Manager is on the work site.
1.4.1 Preliminary Work Authorized Prior to Acceptance
The only work that is authorized to proceed prior to the acceptance of the QC plan is mobilization of storage
and office trailers, temporary utilities, and surveying.
1.4.2 Acceptance
Acceptance of the QC plan is required prior to the start of construction. The KO reserves the right to require
changes in the QC plan and operations as necessary, including removal of personnel, to ensure the specified quality
of work. The KO reserves the right to interview any member of the QC organization at any time in order to verify
the submitted qualifications.
1.4.3 Notification of Changes
Notify the KO, in writing, of any proposed change, including changes in the QC organization personnel, a minimum
of seven calendar days prior to a proposed change. Proposed changes shall be subject to the acceptance by the
KO.
1.5 QC ORGANIZATION
1.5.1 QC Manager
1.5.1.1 Duties
Provide a QC Manager at the work site to implement and manage the QC program. In addition to implementing and
managing the QC program, the QC Manager may perform the duties of project superintendent. The QC Manager is
required to attend the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, conduct the QC meetings, perform the three
phases of control, perform submittal review and approval, ensure testing is performed and provide QC certifications
and documentation required in this contract. The QC Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the
three phases of control and documentation performed by others.
1.5.1.2 Qualifications
An individual with a minimum of [5] [10] years combined experience as a superintendent, inspector, QC Manager,
project manager, or construction manager on similar size and type construction contracts which included the major
trades that are part of this contract. The individual must be familiar with the requirements of the EM 385-1-1
and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance.
1.5.1.3 Construction Quality Management Training
In addition to the above experience and education requirements, the QC Manager shall have completed the course
Construction Quality Management for Contractors and will have a current certificate.
1.5.2 Alternate QC Manager Duties and Qualifications
Designate an alternate for the QC Manager to serve in the event of the designated QC Manager's absence. The
period of absence may not exceed two weeks at one time, and not more than 30 workdays during a calendar year.
The qualification requirements for the Alternate QC Manager shall be the same as for the QC Manager.
1.6 QC PLAN
1.6.1 Requirements
Provide, for acceptance by the KO, a QC plan submitted in a three-ring binder that covers both on-site and off-site
work and includes the following with a table of contents listing the major sections identified with tabs.
I. QC ORGANIZATION: A chart showing the QC organizational structure and its relationship
to the production side of the organization.
II. NAMES AND QUALIFICATIONS: In resume format, for each person in the QC organization.
Include the CQM for Contractors course certification required by the paragraph entitled "Construction
Quality Management Training".
III. DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY OF QC PERSONEL: Of each person in the QC organization.
IV. OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS: A listing of outside organizations such as architectural and consulting
engineering firms that will be employed by the Contractor and a description of the services
these firms will provide.
V. APPOINTMENT LETTERS: Letters signed by an officer of the firm appointing the QC Manager
and Alternate QC Manager and stating that they are responsible for managing and implementing
the QC program as described in this contract. Include in this letter the QC Manager's authority
to direct the removal and replacement of non-conforming work.
VI. SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES AND INITIAL SUBMITTAL REGISTER: Procedures for reviewing, approving
and managing submittals. Provide the name(s) of the person(s) in the QC organization authorized
to review and certify submittals prior to approval.
VII. TESTING LABORATORY INFORMATION: Testing laboratory information required by the paragraphs
"Accredited Laboratories" or "Testing Laboratory Requirements", as applicable.
VIII. TESTING PLAN AND LOG: A Testing Plan and Log that includes the tests required, referenced
by the specification paragraph number requiring the test, the frequency, and the person responsible
for each test.
IX. PROCEDURES TO COMPLETE REWORK ITEMS: Procedures to identify, record, track and complete
rework items.
X. DOCUMENTATION PROCEDURES: Use Government formats.
XI. LIST OF DEFINABLE FEATURES: A Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) is a task, which is separate
and distinct from other tasks, has the same control requirements and work crews. The list shall
be cross-referenced to the Contractor's Construction Schedule and the specification sections.
For projects requiring a Progress Chart, the list of definable features of work shall include
but not be limited to all items of work on the schedule. For projects requiring a Network Analysis
Schedule, the list of definable features of work shall include but not be limited to all critical
path activities.
XII. PROCEDURES FOR PERFORMING THREE PHASES OF CONTROL: For each DFOW provide Preparatory
and Initial Phase Checklists. Each list shall include a breakdown of quality checks that will
be used when performing the quality control functions, inspections, and tests required by the
contract documents. The preparatory and initial phases shall be conducted with a view towards
obtaining quality construction by planning ahead and identifying potential problems.
XIII. PERSONNEL MATRIX: Not Applicable.
XIV. PROCEDURES FOR COMPLETION INSPECTION: See the paragraph entitled "COMPLETION INSPECTIONS".
XV. TRAINING PROCEDURES AND TRAINING LOG: Not Applicable.
1.7 COORDINATION AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING MEETING
During the Pre-Construction conference and prior to the start of construction, discuss the QC program required
by this contract. The purpose of this meeting is to develop a mutual understanding of the QC details, including
documentation, administration for on-site and off-site work, and the coordination of the Contractor's management,
production and the QC personnel. At the meeting, the Contractor will be required to explain how three phases
of control will be implemented for each DFOW. Contractor's personnel required to attend shall include the QC
Manager, project manager, and superintendent. Minutes of the meeting will be prepared by the QC Manager and
signed by both the Contractor and the KO. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the signed minutes to all attendees.
Repeat the coordination and mutual understanding meeting when a new QC Manager is appointed.
1.8 QC MEETINGS
After the start of construction, the QC Manager shall conduct QC meetings once every [one] [two] weeks at the
work site with the superintendent and the foreman responsible for the ongoing and upcoming work. The QC Manager
shall prepare the minutes of the meeting and provide a copy to the KO within two working days after the meeting.
As a minimum, the following shall be accomplished at each meeting:
a. Review the minutes of the previous meeting;
b. Review the schedule and the status of work and rework;
c. Review the status of submittals;
d. Review the work to be accomplished in the next two weeks and documentation required;
e. Resolve QC and production problems (RFIs, etc.);
f. Address items that may require revising the QC plan; and
g. Review Accident Prevention Plan (APP).
1.9 THREE PHASES OF CONTROL
The three phases of control shall adequately cover both on-site and off-site work and shall include the following
for each DFOW.
1.9.1 Preparatory Phase
Notify the KO at least two work days in advance of each preparatory phase. Conduct the preparatory phase with
the superintendent and the foreman responsible for the definable feature of work. Document the results of the
preparatory phase actions in the daily CQC Report and in the QC checklist. Perform the following prior to beginning
work on each definable feature of work:
a. Review each paragraph of the applicable specification sections;
b. Review the contract drawings;
c. Verify that appropriate shop drawings and submittals for materials and equipment have been
submitted and approved. Verify receipt of approved factory test results, when required;
d. Review the testing plan and ensure that provisions have been made to provide the required
QC testing;
e. Examine the work area to ensure that the required preliminary work has been completed;
f. Examine the required materials, equipment and sample work to ensure that they are on hand
and conform to the approved shop drawings and submitted data;
g. Review the APP and appropriate Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) to ensure that applicable
safety requirements are met, and that required Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are submitted;
and
h. Discuss specific controls used and the construction methods and the approach that will be
used to provide quality construction by planning ahead and identifying potential problems for
each DFOW.
1.9.2 Initial Phase
Notify the KO at least two work days in advance of each initial phase. When construction crews are ready to
start work on a DFOW, conduct the Initial Phase with the foreman responsible for that DFOW. Observe the initial
segment of the work to ensure that it complies with contract requirements. Document the results of the Initial
Phase in the daily CQC Report and in the QC checklist. Perform the following for each DFOW:
a. Establish the quality of workmanship required;
b. Resolve conflicts;
c. Ensure that testing is performed by the approved laboratory; and
d. Check work procedures for compliance with the APP and the appropriate AHA to ensure that
applicable safety requirements are met.
1.9.3 Follow-Up Phase
Perform the following for on-going work daily, or more frequently as necessary, until the completion of each
DFOW and document in the daily CQC Report and in the QC checklist:
a. Ensure the work is in compliance with contract requirements;
b. Maintain the quality of workmanship required;
c. Ensure that testing is performed by the approved laboratory;
d. Ensure that rework items are being corrected; and
e. Assure manufacturers representatives have performed necessary inspections, if required.
1.9.4 Additional Preparatory and Initial Phases
Additional preparatory and initial phases shall be conducted on the same DFOW if the quality of on-going work
is unacceptable, if there are changes in the applicable QC organization, if there are changes in the on-site
production supervision or work crew, if work on a DFOW is resumed after substantial period of inactivity, or
if other problems develop.
1.9.5 Notification of Three Phases of Control for Off-Site Work
Notify the KO at least two weeks prior to the start of the preparatory and initial phases.
1.10 SUBMITTAL REVIEW AND APPROVAL
Procedures for submission, review, and approval of submittals are described in the submittal section of the specification.
1.11 TESTING
Except as stated otherwise in the specification sections, perform sampling and testing required under this contract.
1.11.1 Accreditation Requirements
Construction materials testing laboratories must be accredited by a laboratory accreditation authority and will
be required to submit a copy of the Certificate of Accreditation and Scope of Accreditation. The laboratory's
scope of accreditation must include the appropriate ASTM standards (i.e.; E 329, C 1077, D 3666, D 3740, A 880,
E 543) listed in the technical sections of the specifications. Laboratories engaged in Hazardous Materials Testing
shall meet the requirements of OSHA and EPA. The policy applies to the specific laboratory performing the actual
testing, not just the "Corporate Office."
1.11.2 Laboratory Accreditation Authorities
Laboratory Accreditation Authorities include the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP)
administered by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the American Association of State Highway
and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), International Accreditation Services, Inc. (IAS), U. S. Army Corps of
Engineers Materials Testing Center (MTC), the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA), the Washington
Association of Building Officials (WABO) (Approval authority for WABO is limited to projects within Washington
State), and the Washington Area Council of Engineering Laboratories (WACEL) (Approval authority by WACEL is limited
to projects within the EFA Chesapeake and Public Works Center Washington geographical area).
1.11.3 Capability Check
The KO retains the right to check laboratory equipment in the proposed laboratory and the laboratory technician's
testing procedures, techniques, and other items pertinent to testing, for compliance with the standards set forth
in this contract.
1.11.4 Test Results
Cite applicable Contract requirements, tests or analytical procedures used. Provide actual results and include
a statement that the item tested or analyzed conforms or fails to conform to specified requirements. If the
item fails to conform, notify the KO immediately. Conspicuously stamp the cover sheet for each report in large
red letters "CONFORMS" or "DOES NOT CONFORM" to the specification requirements, whichever is applicable. Test
results shall be signed by a testing laboratory representative authorized to sign certified test reports. Furnish
the signed reports, certifications, and other documentation to the KO.
1.12 QC CERTIFICATIONS
1.12.1 Contractor Quality Control Report Certification
Each CQC Report shall contain the following statement: "On behalf of the Contractor, I certify that this report
is complete and correct and equipment and material used and work performed during this reporting period is in
compliance with the contract drawings and specifications to the best of my knowledge except as noted in this
report."
1.12.2 Invoice Certification
Furnish a certificate to the KO with each payment request, signed by the QC Manager, attesting that as-built
drawings are current and attesting that the work for which payment is requested, including stored material, is
in compliance with contract requirements.
1.12.3 Completion Certification
Upon completion of work under this contract, the QC Manager shall furnish a certificate to the KO attesting that
"the work has been completed, inspected, tested and is in compliance with the contract."
1.13 COMPLETION INSPECTIONS
1.13.1 Punch-Out Inspection
Near the completion of all work or any increment thereof established by a completion time stated in the Contract
clause "Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work," or stated elsewhere in the specifications, the QC
Manager shall conduct an inspection of the work and develop a punch list of items which do not conform to the
approved drawings and specifications. Include in the punch list any remaining items of the "Rework Items List",
which were not corrected prior to the Punch-Out inspection. The punch list shall include the estimated date
by which the deficiencies will be corrected. A copy of the punch list shall be provided to the KO. The QC Manager
or staff shall make follow-on inspections to ascertain that all deficiencies have been corrected. Once this
is accomplished, the Contractor shall notify the Government that the facility is ready for the Government "Pre-Final
Inspection".
1.13.2 Pre-Final Inspection
The Government and QC manager will perform this inspection to verify that the facility is complete and ready
to be occupied. A Government pre-final punch list may be developed as a result of this inspection. The QC Manager
shall ensure that all items on this list are corrected prior to notifying the Government that a "Final" inspection
with the customer can be scheduled. Any items noted on the "Pre-Final" inspection shall be corrected in a timely
manner and shall be accomplished before the contract completion date for the work or any particular increment
thereof if the project is divided into increments by separate completion dates.
1.13.3 Final Acceptance Inspection
The QC Manager, the superintendent, or other Contractor management personnel and the KO will be in attendance
at this inspection. Additional Government personnel may be in attendance. The final acceptance inspection will
be formally scheduled by the KO based upon results of the "Pre-Final Inspection". Notice shall be given to the
KO at least 14 days prior to the final inspection. The notice shall state that all specific items previously
identified to the Contractor as being unacceptable will be complete by the date scheduled for the final acceptance
inspection. Failure of the Contractor to have all contract work acceptably complete for this inspection will
be cause for the KO to bill the Contractor for the Government's additional inspection cost in accordance with
the contract clause "Inspection of Construction".
1.14 DOCUMENTATION
Maintain current and complete records of on-site and off-site QC program operations and activities. The forms
identified under the paragraph "INFORMATION FOR THE CONTRACTING OFFICER (KO)" shall be used. Reports are required
for each day work is performed. Account for each calendar day throughout the life of the contract. Every space
on the forms must be filled in. Use N/A if nothing can be reported in one of the spaces. The superintendent
and the QC Manager must prepare and sign the Contractor Production and CQC Reports, respectively. The reporting
of work shall be identified by terminology consistent with the construction schedule. In the "remarks" section
in this report which will contain pertinent information including directions received, problems encountered during
construction, work progress and delays, conflicts or errors in the drawings or specifications, field changes,
safety hazards encountered, instructions given and corrective actions taken, delays encountered and a record
of visitors to the work site. For each remark given, identify the Schedule Activity No. that is associated with
the remark.
1.14.1 Quality Control Validation
Establish and maintain the following in a series of three ring binders. Binders shall be divided and tabbed
as shown below. These binders shall be readily available to the Government's Quality Assurance Team during all
business hours.
a. All completed Preparatory and Initial Phase Checklists, arranged by specification section.
b. All milestone inspections, arranged by Activity/Event Number.
c. A current up-to-date copy of the Testing and Plan Log with supporting field test reports,
arranged by specification section.
d. Copies of all contract modifications, arranged in numerical order. Also include documentation
that modified work was accomplished.
e. A current up-to-date copy of the Rework Items List.
f. Maintain up-to-date copies of all punch lists issued by the QC Staff on the Contractor and
Sub-Contractors and all punch lists issued by the Government.
1.14.2 As-Built Drawings
The QC Manager is required to review the as-built drawings, required by Section 01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS,
are kept current on a daily basis and marked to show deviations, which have been made from the Contract drawings.
Ensure each deviation has been identified with the appropriate modifying documentation, e.g. PC number, modification
number, RFI number, etc. The QC Manager shall initial each deviation or revision. Upon completion of work,
the QC Manager shall submit a certificate attesting to the accuracy of the as-built drawings prior to submission
to the KO.
1.15 NOTIFICATION ON NON-COMPLIANCE
The KO will notify the Contractor of any detected non-compliance with the foregoing requirements. The Contractor
shall take immediate corrective action. If the contractor fails or refuses to correct the non-compliant work,
the KO will issue a non compliance notice. Such notice, when delivered to the Contractor at the work site, shall
be deemed sufficient for the purpose of notification. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly,
the KO may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.
The Contractor shall make no part of the time lost due to such stop orders the subject of claim for extension
of time, for excess costs, or damages.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
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PART 3 EXECUTION
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