Division 0 Overview

Importance of Division 0

• Division 0 is not part of HVAC technical specifications but contains crucial information for contractors.
• Provides details on project scope, bidding procedures, and contract requirements.
• Essential for HVAC contractors to understand terms and conditions impacting their work and bids.

Key Sections to Monitor

Preliminary Project Schedule

• Contractors may need to submit an as-planned construction schedule.
• Schedule included in bid documents can restrict operations and increase costs.

Existing Conditions Information

• Contractors should understand site conditions like parking and trailer placement.
• Quality Assurance Codes and Standards must be reviewed and adhered to.

Hazardous Materials

• Important to assess the presence of hazardous materials like asbestos or PCB.
• Removal of materials could significantly impact project costs.

Bid and Proposal Form Requirements

• Ensure accurate bids, especially when projects involve multiple sites.
• Siemens’ wage rate might need adjustment based on prevailing wages.

Agreement Forms

• Agreement forms define relationships between owners and contractors.
• Important documents like plans and specifications become part of the agreement.

Construction Bonds

• Three types: Performance and Payment, Bid, and Lien.
  • Performance Bond: Guarantees contract obligations.
  • Bid Bond: Ensures bidder honors bid terms.
  • Mechanics Lien Bond: Protects from non-payment claims.

Clarification and Modification Section

• Provides process for addressing questions and changes.
• Change orders modify contracts and require agreement from all parties.

Payment Procedures

• Siemens follows specific procedures for payment.
• Sales must adjust payment processes as needed.

Addenda

• Addenda modify contract terms and conditions.
• Contractors must keep up with all addenda for accurate cost estimates.

Contract Document Precedence

• Establishes hierarchy among contract documents.
• Typically, project specifications take precedence over drawings.

Insurance Requirements

• General information, not a specific advice.
• Owner insurance means the owner covers the insurance policy premiums.

Division 1 Overview

Areas of Focus

Temporary Heating and Cooling

• Early HVAC system startups can increase costs.
• Impacts warranties and requires system cleaning.

Submittal Procedures

• Requirements for submitting documents like Completion Certificates.
• Often involves providing operation and maintenance manuals and spare parts.

Conclusion

• Review of Division 0 and Division 1 is critical for understanding project requirements.
• Both divisions contain sections that significantly impact project costs and operations.