D.
The requirements were written for each submission to be a
building, expanding and developmental process. Micro-design,
showing individual spaces is not an appropriate beginning
design and making the review a waste of effort. An overall
design concept structure that builds and expands into major
spaces leads to projects that have continuity with
individualism. It makes the design intent clear to all
participants, allows absolute approval and further
development. It gives a project design some written approved
"givens", agreed on by all parties. If people change the
structure, the contracted design remains the same and the work
hours are positive and forwarded. Micro-designs will not
receive anything but temporary approval. When the entire
concept is established and relationship is suitable, then
approval will be given.
E.
Diagrams for patterns or directions for installation can be
located in the back of Specification 09050 or as interior
details on the architectural drawings. A prudent decision is
expected when using the architectural drawings due to cost.
F.
Careful coordination between the 09050 specification sections
and the technical requirements of materials indicated in the
project specification must be followed. The selections must
meet those requirements. Conflicts discovered during
construction cost dearly and can cause loss of a desired
selection. A special warning; all colors in a collection,
series or group are not available with the same properties.
G.
Duplicate listing of finishes, such as on the drawings and in
the specification, is not permitted. Finishes are located in
the specifications, 09050 Interior/Exterior Finishes,
Materials, and Finish Schedule.
3.
THE BUY AMERICAN ACT:
3.1
VA adheres to Buy American Act.
3.2
There are three possible exceptions to the Act's requirements.
All have to be documented and approved by VA General Counsel.
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