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NCA MASTER CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
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NCA MASTER CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
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This set of Master Construction Specifications has been specifically edited for use on VA National Cemetery Administration (NCA) construction projects.
- Division 0 Special Sections
- Division 1 General Requirements
- Division 2 Existing Conditions
- Division 3 Concrete
- Division 4 Masonry
- Division 5 Metals
- Division 6 Wood and Plastic
- Division 7 Thermal and Moisture Protection
- Division 8 Doors and Windows
- Division 9 Finishes
- Division 10 Specialties
- Division 11 Equipment
- Division 12 Furnishings
- Division 13 Special Construction
- Division 22 Plumbing
- Division 23 Heat, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning
- Division 25 Integrated Automation
- Division 26 Electrical
- Division 27 Communications
- Division 28 Electronic Safety and Security
- Division 31 Earthwork
- Division 32 Exterior Improvements
- Division 33 Utilities
All documents are in Microsoft Word unless otherwise indicated. All specification sections have dual Metric/English units.
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 00 01 10 | Table of Contents | |
| 00 01 15 | List of Drawing Sheets |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 01 00 01 | General Requirements (Major NCA Projects) | 2023-10 |
| 01 00 02 | General Requirements (Minor NCA Projects) | 2023-10 |
| 01 32 16.13 | Network Analysis Schedules | 2023-10 |
| 01 32 17 | Network Analysis Schedules (Microsoft Project Gantt Chart) | 2023-10 |
| 01 33 23 | Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples | 2023-10 |
| 01 42 19 | Reference Standards | 2023-10 |
| 01 45 29 | Testing Laboratory Services | 2023-10 |
| 01 57 19 | Temporary Environmental Controls | 2023-10 |
| 01 74 19 | Construction Waste Management | 2023-10 |
| 01 81 13 | Sustainable Construction Requirements | 2023-10 |
| 01 81 13.11 | Sustainability Certification Requirements - LEED v4.1 BD+C: New Construction and Major Renovation | 2023-04 |
| 01 91 00 | General Commissioning Requirements | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 02 21 00 | Site Surveys | 2023-10 |
| 02 41 00 | Demolition and Site Clearing | 2023-10 |
| 02 83 33.13 | Lead-Based Paint Removal and Disposal | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 03 30 53 | (Short Form) Cast-in-Place Concrete | 2023-10 |
| 03 41 33 | Precast Pretensioned Concrete | 2023-10 |
| 03 48 21 | Precast Concrete Burial Crypt (Double Depth Lawn Crypt) | 2023-10 |
| 03 48 24 | Precast Concrete Columbarium Units | 2023-10 |
| 03 48 26 | Precast Concrete Memorial Wall Units | 2023-10 |
| 03 52 00 | Lightweight Concrete Roof Insulation | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 04 05 13 | Masonry Mortaring | 2023-10 |
| 04 05 16 | Masonry Grouting | 2023-10 |
| 04 05 31 | Masonry Tuck Pointing | 2023-10 |
| 04 20 00 | Unit Masonry | 2023-10 |
| 04 43 00 | Natural Stone Veneer | 2023-10 |
| 04 72 00 | Cast Stone Masonry | 2023-10 |
| 04 73 00 | Columbarium Niche Covers | 2023-10 |
| 04 73 10 | Memorial Wall Markers | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 05 12 00 | Structural Steel Framing | 2023-10 |
| 05 21 00 | Steel Joist Framing | 2023-10 |
| 05 31 00 | Steel Decking | 2023-10 |
| 05 36 00 | Composite Metal Decking | 2023-10 |
| 05 40 00 | Cold-Formed Metal Framing | 2023-10 |
| 05 50 00 | Metal Fabrications | 2023-10 |
| 05 51 00 | Metal Stairs | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 06 10 00 | Rough Carpentry | 2023-10 |
| 06 20 00 | Finish Carpentry | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 07 08 00 | Facility Exterior Closure Commissioning | 2023-10 |
| 07 11 13 | Bituminous Dampproofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 12 00 | Built-Up Bituminous Waterproofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 13 00 | Sheet Waterproofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 13 52 | Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 21 13 | Thermal Insulation | 2023-10 |
| 07 21 23 | Loose-Fill Insulation | 2023-10 |
| 07 22 00 | Roof and Deck Insulation | 2023-10 |
| 07 24 00 | Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems | 2023-10 |
| 07 31 13 | Asphalt Shingles | 2023-10 |
| 07 31 26 | Slate Shingles | 2023-10 |
| 07 31 29.13 | Wood Shingles | 2023-10 |
| 07 32 13 | Clay Roof Tiles | 2023-10 |
| 07 40 00 | Roofing and Siding Panels | 2023-10 |
| 07 41 13 | Standing Seam Metal Roofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 51 00 | Built-Up Bituminous Roofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 52 16 | SBS Modified Bituminous Membrane Roofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 53 23 | EPDM Roofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 54 19 | Polyvinyl-Chloride Roofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 60 00 | Flashing and Sheet Metal | 2023-10 |
| 07 61 16 | Copper Standing Seam Roofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 71 00 | Roof Specialties | 2023-10 |
| 07 72 00 | Roof Accessories | 2023-10 |
| 07 81 00 | Applied Fireproofing | 2023-10 |
| 07 84 00 | Firestopping | 2023-10 |
| 07 92 00 | Joint Sealants | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 08 11 13 | Hollow Metal Doors and Frames | 2023-10 |
| 08 14 00 | Interior Wood Doors | 2023-10 |
| 08 31 13 | Access Doors and Frames | 2023-10 |
| 08 33 00 | Coiling Doors and Grilles | 2023-10 |
| 08 36 13 | Sectional Doors | 2023-10 |
| 08 41 13 | Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts | 2023-10 |
| 08 51 13 | Aluminum Windows | 2023-10 |
| 08 51 23 | Steel Windows | 2023-10 |
| 08 51 69.11 | Aluminum Storm Windows | 2023-10 |
| 08 63 00 | Metal-Framed Skylights | 2023-10 |
| 08 71 00 | Door Hardware | 2023-10 |
| 08 71 13.11 | Low Energy Power Assist Door Operators | 2023-10 |
| 08 80 00 | Glazing | 2023-10 |
| 08 90 00 | Louvers and Vents | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 09 06 00 | Schedule for Finishes | 2023-10 |
| 09 22 16 | Non-Structural Metal Framing | 2023-10 |
| 09 24 00 | Portland Cement Plastering | 2023-10 |
| 09 29 00 | Gypsum Board | 2023-10 |
| 09 30 13 | Tiling | 2023-10 |
| 09 51 00 | Acoustical Ceilings | 2023-10 |
| 09 63 13 | Brick Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 63 40 | Stone Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 65 13 | Resilient Base and Accessories | 2023-10 |
| 09 65 16 | Resilient Sheet Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 65 19 | Resilient Tile Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 66 13 | Portland Cement Terrazzo Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 66 16 | Terrazzo Floor Tile | 2023-10 |
| 09 67 00 | Fluid-Applied Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 67 23 | Resinous Flooring | 2023-10 |
| 09 68 00 | Carpeting | 2023-10 |
| 09 91 00 | Painting | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 10 11 13 | Markerboards | 2023-10 |
| 10 11 23 | Tackboards | 2023-10 |
| 10 14 00 | Exterior Signage | 2023-10 |
| 10 14 05 | Interior Signage | 2023-10 |
| 10 21 13 | Toilet Compartments | 2023-10 |
| 10 28 00 | Toilet and Bath Accessories | 2023-10 |
| 10 44 13 | Fire Extinguisher Cabinets | 2023-10 |
| 10 51 13 | Metal Lockers | 2023-10 |
| 10 56 13 | Steel Shelving | 2023-10 |
| 10 75 00 | Flagpoles | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 11 11 14 | Motor Vehible Lifts | 2023-10 |
| 11 11 16 | Vehicle Service Equipment | 2023-10 |
| 11 11 26 | Vehicle Washing Equipment | 2023-10 |
| 11 83 00 | Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Reference System | 2023-10 |
| 11 83 02 | Geodata | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 12 24 00 | Window Shades | 2023-10 |
| 12 32 00 | Manufactured Wood Casework | 2023-10 |
| 12 48 13 | Entrance Floor Mats | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 13 34 19 | Metal Building Systems | 2023-10 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 22 05 11 | Common Work Results for Plumbing | 2016-11 |
| 22 05 12 | General Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment | 2016-11 |
| 22 05 19 | Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping | 2016-11 |
| 22 05 23 | General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping | 2016-11 |
| 22 05 33 | Heat Tracing for Plumbing Piping | 2016-11 |
| 22 08 00 | Commissioning of Plumbing Systems | 2015-12 |
| 22 11 00 | Facility Water Distribution | 2016-11 |
| 22 11 23 | Domestic Water Pumps | 2016-11 |
| 22 12 16 | Facility Elevated, Potable-Water Storage Tanks | 2016-11 |
| 22 13 00 | Facility Sanitary Sewerage | 2016-11 |
| 22 13 23 | Sanitary Waste Interceptors | 2016-11 |
| 22 13 29 | Sanitary Sewerage Pumps | 2016-11 |
| 22 13 33 | Packaged, Submersible Sewerage Pump Units | 2016-11 |
| 22 14 00 | Facility Storm Drainage | 2016-11 |
| 22 14 29 | Sump Pumps | 2016-11 |
| 22 14 33 | Packaged, Pedestal Drainage Pump Units | 2016-11 |
| 22 14 36 | Packaged, Submersible, Drainage Pump Units | 2016-11 |
| 22 15 00 | General Service Compressed-Air Systems | 2016-11 |
| 22 31 11 | Water Softeners | 2016-11 |
| 22 33 00 | Electric Domestic Water Heaters | 2016-11 |
| 22 34 00 | Fuel-Fired Domestic Water Heaters | 2016-11 |
| 22 40 00 | Plumbing Fixtures | 2016-11 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 23 05 11 | Common Work Results for HVAC | 2016-11 |
| 23 05 12 | General Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment | 2016-11 |
| 23 05 41 | Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and Equipment | 2016-11 |
| 23 05 93 | Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC | 2016-11 |
| 23 07 11 | HVAC Insulation | 2016-11 |
| 23 08 00 | Commissioning of HVAC Systems | 2015-12 |
| 23 09 23 | Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC | 2016-11 |
| 23 11 23 | Facility Natural-Gas Piping | 2016-11 |
| 23 13 23 | Concrete Above Ground Fuel Storage | |
| 23 21 13 | Hydronic Piping | 2016-11 |
| 23 21 14 | Ground Loop Heat Pump Piping | 2016-11 |
| 23 21 23 | Hydronic Pumps | |
| 23 23 00 | Refrigerant Piping | 2016-11 |
| 23 25 00 | HVAC Water Treatment | |
| 23 31 00 | HVAC Ducts and Casings | 2016-11 |
| 23 34 00 | HVAC Fans | 2016-11 |
| 23 36 00 | Air Terminal Units | 2016-11 |
| 23 37 00 | Air Outlets and Inlets | 2016-11 |
| 23 40 00 | HVAC Air Cleaning Devices | 2016-11 |
| 23 55 23 | Gas-Fired Radiant Heaters | 2016-11 |
| 23 55 33 | Fuel-Fired Unit Heaters | 2016-11 |
| 23 64 00 | Packaged Water Chillers | |
| 23 81 00 | Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment | 2016-11 |
| 23 81 43 | Air-Source Unitary Heat Pumps | 2016-11 |
| 23 81 46 | Water-Source Unitary Heat Pumps | 2016-11 |
| 23 82 16 | Air Coils | 2016-11 |
| 23 82 33 | Convectors | 2016-11 |
| 23 82 39 | Unit Heaters | 2016-11 |
| 23 83 23 | Radiant-Heating Electric Panels | 2016-11 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 25 10 10 | Advanced Utility Metering System | 2016-11 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 26 05 11 | Requirements for Electrical Installations | 2023-04 |
| 26 05 19 | Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables | 2023-04 |
| 26 05 26 | Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems | 2023-04 |
| 26 05 33 | Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems | 2023-04 |
| 26 05 41 | Underground Electrical Construction | 2023-04 |
| 26 05 73 | Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study | 2023-04 |
| 26 08 00 | Commissioning of Electrical Systems | 2023-04 |
| 26 22 00 | Low-Voltage Transformers | 2023-04 |
| 26 24 13 | Distribution Switchboards | 2023-04 |
| 26 24 16 | Panelboards | 2023-04 |
| 26 27 26 | Wiring Devices | 2023-04 |
| 26 29 11 | Motor Controllers | 2023-04 |
| 26 29 21 | Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers | 2023-04 |
| 26 30 05 | Solar Energy Electrical Power Generation System | 2023-04 |
| 26 32 13 | Engine Generators | 2023-04 |
| 26 36 23 | Automatic Transfer Switches | 2023-04 |
| 26 41 00 | Facility Lightning Protection | 2023-04 |
| 26 51 00 | Interior Lighting | 2023-04 |
| 26 56 00 | Exterior Lighting | 2023-04 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 28 08 00 | Commissioning of Electronic Safety and Security Systems | 2015-12 |
| 28 10 00 | Access Control | 2018-03 |
| 28 20 00 | Video Surveillance | 2018-03 |
| 28 31 00 | Intrusion Detection | 2018-03 |
| 28 46 00 | Fire Detection and Alarm | 2016-11 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 31 20 00 | Earth Moving | 2016-11 |
| 31 20 11 | Earth Moving (Short Form) | 2016-11 |
| 31 23 19 | Dewatering | 2016-11 |
| 31 23 23.33 | Flowable Fill | 2016-11 |
| 31 32 23 | Pressure Grouting Soil Stabilization | 2016-11 |
| 31 62 00 | Driven Piles | 2016-11 |
| 31 63 16 | Auger Cast Grout Piles | 2016-11 |
| 31 63 26 | Drilled Caissons | 2016-11 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 32 05 23 | Cement and Concrete for Exterior Improvements | 2016-11 |
| 32 08 00 | Commissioning of Planting Irrigation Systems | 2015-12 |
| 32 12 16 | Asphalt Paving | 2016-11 |
| 32 14 16 | Brick Unit Paving | 2016-11 |
| 32 17 23 | Pavement Markings | 2016-11 |
| 32 31 13 | Chain Link Fences and Gates | 2016-11 |
| 32 31 19 | Decorative Metal Fences and Gates | 2016-11 |
| 32 33 00 | Site Furnishings | 2017-01 |
| 32 84 00 | Planting Irrigation | 2017-01 |
| 32 90 00 | Planting | 2016-11 |
| Number | Title | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 33 08 00 | Commissioning of Site Utility Systems | 2015-12 |
| 33 10 00 | Water Utilities | 2016-11 |
| 33 30 00 | Sanitary Sewerage Utilities | 2016-11 |
| 33 40 00 | Storm Sewerage Utilities | 2016-11 |
| 33 41 13 | Foundation Drainage | 2017-01 |
| 33 51 00 | Natural-Gas Distribution | 2016-11 |
