Specifications include, but are not limited to: The objective of this project is to upgrade the NJDOT Harding Rest Area facility used by the Safety Service Patrol (SSP) in Harding Township. Upgrades include roof system replacement, restroom renovations, HVAC repairs, fire alarm installation and generator replacement. 1. General: The Consultant shall conduct an inspection of the building’s roof to identify conditions of the existing roofing system and related roofing components. Listed below are potential roof inspection items; however, the Consultant shall identify the final list based on their experience with roofing projects similar in size and scope to this project and observations made at the prebid site visit. All costs for the roof inspection shall be estimated by the Consultant and the amount included in the base bid of their fee proposal.1. General: The Consultant shall conduct an inspection of the building’s roof to identify conditions of the existing roofing system and related roofing components. Listed below are potential roof inspection items; however, the Consultant shall identify the final list based on their experience with roofing projects similar in size and scope to this project and observations made at the prebid site visit. All costs for the roof inspection shall be estimated by the Consultant and the amount included in the base bid of their fee proposal. 2. Existing Roofing System: Perform roof test cuts to confirm the type of roofing system installed, the roofing materials used, the number of plies, the type, thickness, and attachment method of each layer of insulation, type and condition of deck, location and quantity of wet insulation. Perform a visual survey to determine the existing construction and condition of the walls, counter flashings, reglets, coping stone joints, expansion joints, and all other components that could affect the water tightness of the roof. 3. Hazardous Materials: Samples of the roofing components must be tested for asbestos and lead by a certified Environmental Testing & Analysis Lab pre-qualified by DPMC. If present, the guidelines described in Sections VII.E & F of this scope of work shall be incorporated in the design documents. 4. Roofing Materials: Investigate the roof deck material, expansion joints, flashings, copings, boots, nailing strips, gravel stops, parapet walls, masonry caulking and pointing materials, mortar, sealants, water repellants, etc.
