UFC 4-171-05
1 January 2005
with change 25 October 2006
USAR-approved systems, materials, and standards of quality. The MDS software
incorporates the Military Computer-Aided Cost Estimating System (M-CACES), and is
used with the Unified Facility Guide Specifications to produce finished design
documents and cost estimates. Many, but not all, USAR projects are designed utilizing
MDS. This Guide is intended to support the design of USAR projects, whether using
MDS or not, but does not incorporate all information contained in MDS. Designers of
projects not utilizing MDS may wish to request MDS documents to utilize as references
for certain portions of their projects, such as kitchens.
1-3.3
Along with MDS, USAR developed its "USAR Design Process and Submittal
Requirements" document to define its desired design process and the submittals to be
made at each step of the process. All USAR projects should follow the process and
submittal requirements, unless otherwise directed by the Using Service or the Design
Agency.
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FORMAt OF tHe DesIGn GUIDe
1-4.1
The Design Guide format is intended to facilitate the development of project
requirements and designs by dealing with major criteria on both a general and specific
level.
1-4.2
Chapter 1 provides general information about the Army Reserve, and its
facilities program and process. Chapter 2 provides information and guidance on overall
planning of Army Reserve sites and buildings, with emphasis on site and building
organization, functionality, adjacencies and esthetics. Chapter 3 contains information
and guidance on systems and materials applicable to all Army Reserve facilities, site
design, and the design of the various buildings large-scale, total building or facility
issues. Chapter 4 contains specific requirements for the design of each type of typical
space in an Army Reserve facility. Additional information is included in the Appendices.
1-4.3
Illustrations in this Guide represent possible applications of the criteria and
are not intended to be definitive. The Design Agency is encouraged to be creative
throughout the design process. Local conditions, codes and specific project
requirements are major design considerations in the development of a total, integrated
facility.
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PROJeCt PARtICIPAnt ResPOnsIBILItIes
1-5.1
The Using Service (ACSIM-AR) is responsible for the following:
1-5.1.1
Determining functional requirements from USAR criteria.
1-5.1.2 Approving functional requirements or Tenant requests that extend beyond the
scope of this Guide.
1-5.1.3 Preparing and submitting project documentation (DD Forms 1390 and 1391
and supporting data) in accordance with Army Regulation 140-483 (AR 140-483), and
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