Specifications include, but are not limited to: Design services shall include:1.3.1The contract for this work will be a modified ConsensusDoc 803. See link on cover page for a sample contract.1.3.2All design disciplines necessary to complete the scope of work.1.3.3Attend design kick-off meeting onsite to discuss desired outcome of the project with the Owner, Construction Manager, and Owner’s maintenance staff. 1.3.4Use of the State of Iowa‘s construction management software program for uploading all documents, submitting and approving pay apps, and construction administration. The cost for the use of the software is paid by the Owner. 1.3.5Changes throughout construction will be evaluated and categorized into the following categories:1.3.5.1Unforeseen Condition 1.3.5.2Allowance1.3.5.3Owner Directed Change1.3.5.4Design Deficiency - Value Add1.3.5.5Value Engineering1.3.5.6Design Deficiency – No Value Add 1.3.5.6.1Changes related to design deficiency – no value add will be evaluated and if deemed foreseeable prior to bidding, responsibility for costs may be borne by the design firm.1.3.5.7Contractor Delay1.3.5.8Contractor Defective Work1.3.6The following scopes and project characteristics have been identified for this project:1.3.6.1The complete design for full modernization of two passenger elevators.1.3.6.2Access controls integration to elevators1.3.6.3Integration with existing generator for emergency backup power1.3.6.4Connection to the existing Siemens building automation system for any new equipment, excluding the elevators.1.3.6.5Coordination with Owner’s lock set and keying requirements.1.3.6.6The construction of the elevators will be phased to allow one passenger elevator to remain operation at all times.1.3.7Existing CAD drawings of floor plans only and PDF drawings of original construction and misc. renovations will be provided to the successful design firm. Accuracy of drawings shall be verified by the design firm. 1.3.8Field examination of the existing buildings. Designer shall include all services necessary to perform thorough evaluation including operation of elevator, opening of electrical panels, and operation of equipment.1.3.9Design for scope of work. Provide material recommendations based on experience, quality, and price. Recommendations for replacements and upgrades shall include non-proprietary equipment and systems.1.3.10Provide minor drawing work to assist the Construction Manager in the development of hazardous materials bid package. This shall include providing PDF backgrounds for identification, by others, of hazardous materials removal.
