Specifications - City of Montpelier, Vermont

Title:Montpelier District HeatingCity of Montpelier, VT01430 – Quality AssuranceIssue Date:September 28, 2012Page #:2 of 4Part 7. Additional weld testing, if required due to failing welds, costs for anyretesting shall be reimbursed to the OWNER by the CONTRACTOR.1.4 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIESA. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for providing all other project quality control,and will be responsible for performing and documenting all remaining materialtesting using an independent testing laboratory.B. Design preliminary mixes required by Contract Documents for fieldplacedconcrete (H20/HS25 Loading Slabs, Footings, Concrete Structures, etc.).C. Establishment of an inspection and testing plan for the hot water distributionsystem. This plan shall include all items requiring testing and inspection inaccordance with Section 33615 and Appendix A. See Appendix B for samples ofinspection and testing plans.D. Tests required establishing conformance of soils including optimum moisturecontent, material analysis and compaction requirements.E. The CONTRACTOR shall arrange and pay for all tests and inspections requiredfor performance of the Work, including the following:1. Tests and inspections associated with hydrostatic testing and/or liquidpenetrant testing in accordance with the provisions set forth in AppendixA.2. Tests and inspections of materials, products, or equipment to certifycompliance with Contract Documents, before incorporation into the Work.3. Tests, inspections, or laboratory services necessary with respect tosubstitutions.4. Tests and inspections required by public authorities as part of permits orinspection fees.5. Other tests and inspections indicated to be “by CONTRACTOR”.6. Additional tests and inspections when initial tests or inspections indicateWork does not comply with Contract Documents will be completed at theCONTRACTOR’S expense.F. Secure and deliver to laboratory adequate quantities of representational samplesof materials proposed to be used and required testing.G. Cooperate with laboratory personnel. Provide access to Work and manufacturer’sfacilities.QUALITY ASSURANCE014302