007 SCH MULT BLDG LS ALARMELECT SPECS_PLANS reduced.pdf

PACKAGE 007

SCHENCK JOB CORPS CENTER

MULTIPLE BUILDING LIFE SAFETY – FIRE ALARM AND ELECTRIC

SPECIFICATIONS AND PLANS

MAY 2023

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SCHENCK JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SCHENCK JOB CORPS CENTER

MULTIPLE BUILDING LIFE SAFETY

FIRE ALARM & ELECTRIC

SECTION 010150 GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work for this project requires the contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, utilities, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery and all necessary valid licenses for the work summarized as follows:

1. Base Item No. 1 – Pisgah Hall (Bldg 38) Fire Alarm Pull Station

2. Base Item No. 2 – Pisgah Hall (Bldg 38) Panelboard Replacements

3. Base Item No. 3 – Pisgah Hall (Bldg 38) Fire Alarm Branch Circuit

4. Base Item No. 4 – Vocational Office (Bldg 66) Service Entrance Grounding

1.2 LOCATION

1.3 A. This project is located at 98 Schenck Drive, Pisgah Forest N.C 28768. Driving instructions can be obtained from the Center by calling 828.862.6100.

1.4 WORK HOURS

A. Work hours for this project are between 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

1.5 POINT OF CONTACT

A. Center Point of Contact: John “Bill” Davis, ph: 828.577.3469, email:

john.davis6@usda.gov.

1.6 USE OF PREMISES

A. Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Government will occupy site and buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations.

C. Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances to buildings clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government.

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1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Smoking is permitted on campus only in the designated smoking area.

1.8 PERMITS

A. State permits are not required, however electrical works shall be inspected by a state inspector with them providing a report addressed to the Job Corp Center. The contractor shall pay any fees required for the work. The State/Inspector(s) do not have any jurisdictional authority on Federal projects. The State/Inspector(s) do inspections based upon State codes and can provide a list of deficiencies to the Job Corp Center. The contractor will provide the report signed by the State inspector to the COR to provide to the CO. The CO will determine which deficiency/violations will be enforced for the contractor to fix. The USFS is the jurisdiction having authority.

1.9 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items:

1. Provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

2. Contract award will be made for all Base Items.

3. Optional Items may or may not be awarded, depending on funding availability.

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1 – Pisgah Hall (Bldg 38) Fire Alarm Pull Station

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to:

i. Relocate and existing fire alarm pull station.

1. Utilize NICET certified technicians for relocation and function testing of relocated fire alarm pull stations.

2. Utilize control wiring that is compatible with existing components.

3. All new extended control wiring shall be in EMT raceway.

4. Patch surfaces to match surroundings where pull station is removed.

5. Surface mount raceway between existing and proposed location.

6. Label junction boxes in accordance with Section 260553.

c. Deficiencies: #133832.

2. Base Item No. 2 – Pisgah Hall (Bldg 38) Panelboard Replacements

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to:

i. Replace one MCB panelboard and reconnect existing circuits.

ii. Replace one MLO panelboard and reconnect existing circuits.

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iii. Provide circuit directories and panelboard identification in accordance with Section 260553 for new MLO and MCB panelboards and existing fire alarm control panel.

iv. Provide new overcurrent protection devices compatible with new panelboard and NFPA 70 compliant for existing and new circuits.

1. This building is classified as an R-2 occupancy, provide for AFCI protection in accordance with NFPA 70 Article

210.12 (B).

v. Electrical work will be performed by licensed electricians licensed in North Carolina.

vi. Modify and/or extend existing raceways, trays, and conductors as required for panelboard replacements.

vii. All current carrying conductors shall be in raceway.

viii. Coordinate power outages with the Contracting Officer a minimum of 72 working hours in advance, maximum power outage time is 24 hours.

c. Deficiencies: #96246.

3. Base Item No. 3 – Pisgah Hall (Bldg 38) Fire Alarm Branch Circuit

c. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to:

i. Disconnect fire alarm control panel from existing circuit and provide new dedicated branch circuit.

ii. Provide circuit directories and identification placards for existing fire alarm control panel.

iii. Electrical work will be performed by electricians licensed in North Carolina.

iv. Coordinate power outages with the Contracting Officer a minimum of 72 working hours in advance.

v. New branch circuit conductors shall be in raceway.

c. Deficiencies: #133834.

4. Base Item No. 4 – Vocational Office (Bldg 66) Service Entrance Grounding

c. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to:

i. Install new grounding conductors from water main to existing service disconnect. Separate ground bus and neutral inside panelboard. Provide supplementary grounding and bonding conductors as required for full NEC compliance.

ii. Electrical work will be performed by electricians licensed in North Carolina.

iii. Coordinate power outages with the Contracting Officer a minimum of 72 working hours in advance, maximum power outage time is 24 hours.

c. Deficiencies: #133839.

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C. Optional Items (OI):

Not used this contract.

PART 2 – PROJECT SCHEDULE

2.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE

ITEM* REQUIRED DUE DATE (calendar days)

Pre-Construction Conference

Within 10 days of Award (Virtually)

Notice To Proceed (NTP)

Issued first weekday after Pre-Construction Conference

Bonds 10 days after NTP

Action and Informational Submittals

10 days after NTP (CORs have 10 calendar days to return)

Closeout Submittals prior to CO acceptance of project

Contract Release form and final pay request

10 days after CO acceptance of project

* All items above must be included in contractor’s construction schedule

PART 3 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

3.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Government approval.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Government approval. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

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3.2 PROCEDURES

A. Contractor Responsibilities

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

2. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

3. Include the following information on label or cover sheet for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. Date of Contractor’s approval.

i. Statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved by the Contractor for compliance with the Contract Documents.

4. The Government will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval and will return them without action.

5. Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless the

Contracting Officer (CO) observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

6. Submittals must be submitted in electronic PDF format. Submit to CO via email or electronic file transfer site.

7. Only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by Government are to be used for construction.

8. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

B. Processing Time: Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Government will review initial submittal within 10 calendar days.

Additional time may be needed if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Resubmittals: If resubmittal is necessary, it will be processed in same timeframe as initial submittal.

3.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Action Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

B. Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

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1. Mark up each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Required Action Submittals

1. Product Data: See Technical Specification Sections.

3.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated below:

B. Required Informational Submittals:

1. Accident Prevention Plan.

2. Construction Schedule.

3.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Closeout Submittals, as follows:

1. See Technical Specification Sections.

2. One-Year Warranty on Entire Project as required by FAR 52.246–21

3. Project Record Documents.

PART 4 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

6.1 USE OF UTILITIES

A. Utilities: Use of Government existing facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in an acceptable condition. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. The following are available for use by the contractor: water, and electrical power services. The following are not available: telephone service. The contractor is expected to provide whatever phone service he deems necessary for the duration of the project.

6.2 SANITARY FACILITIES

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A. Sanitary facilities are available for use by the Contractor. Facilities must be cleaned and maintained daily.

6.3 STAGING AND STORAGE

A. Coordinate on-site staging and storage requirements with the Center Point of Contact or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

6.4 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

A. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Use of Government waste containers will not be permitted.

6.5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Environmental Protection: Contractor shall provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

B. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with the national or state Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for erecting structurally adequate barricades, paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs/lights to inform personnel, students, and the public of possible hazards.

C. Fire Protection.

1. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

2. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire-protection facilities, stairways, and other access routes for firefighting. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire-exposure areas.

3. Supervise welding operations, combustion-type temporary heating units, and similar sources of fire ignition.

PART 5 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

7.1 EXAMINATION

A. Before beginning work, examine areas and document existing conditions. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

B. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

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C. Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO. Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

7.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation to fit with existing construction.

B. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

C. Install per manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.

7.3 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with NFPA 241 requirements for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

B. Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

7.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work does not get damaged or deteriorated prior to Substantial Completion.

7.5 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

PART 6 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

8.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the CO when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government can occupy or utilize the Work or designated portion thereof for the use for which it is intended, as expressed in the Contract Documents.

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B. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise the CO of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, final certifications, and similar documents.

4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Government unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities.

5. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Government. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

7. Submit changeover information related to Government occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

8. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

9. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

C. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final

Completion.

8.2 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

3. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

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B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

8.3 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit two copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

8.4 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. General: Do not use Project Record Documents for construction purposes. Protect Project Record Documents from deterioration and loss. Provide access to Project Record Documents for CO's reference during normal working hours.

B. Provide Draft of Project Record Drawings at Substantial Completion. CO will return reviewed copy. Provide Final Project Record Drawings at Final Completion.

C. Record Drawings: Maintain and submit one set of blue- or black-line white prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings.

1. Mark Record Prints to show the actual installation where installation varies from that shown originally. Require individual or entity who obtained record data, whether individual or entity is Installer, subcontractor, or similar entity, to prepare the marked-up Record Prints.

a. Give particular attention to information on concealed elements that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

b. Record data as soon as possible after obtaining it. Record and check the markup before enclosing concealed installations.

2. Mark record sets with erasable, red-colored pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between changes for different categories of the Work at the same location.

3. Note Construction Change Directive numbers, Change Order numbers, alternate numbers, and similar identification where applicable.

4. Identify and date each Record Drawing; include the designation "PROJECT RECORD DRAWING" in a prominent location. Organize into manageable sets;

bind each set with durable paper cover sheets. Include identification on cover sheets.

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8.5 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

C. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

1. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

2. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

3. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

D. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose of lawfully.

END OF SECTION 010150

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SECTION 260100

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes requirements for electrical materials and methods.

1.2 WORK INCLUDED

A. As specified and as shown, furnish, install, test, and place in satisfactory and successful operation all equipment, materials, devices, and necessary appurtenances to provide a complete and operable electrical system. The work also includes the completion of those details of electrical work not mentioned or shown which are necessary for the successful operation of all electrical systems.

1.3 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specifications, apply to Division 26 Sections.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Worker's Qualifications: All electrical work shall be performed by North Carolina State licensed electricians or under the direct supervision of a North Carolina State licensed electrician.

B. Codes and Regulations:

1. All work shall meet requirements of governing codes and regulations, NFPA 70- 2020 (NEC), and NESC.

2. Advise the Contracting Officer of conflicting codes or conflicts between codes and drawings and specifications.

3. When the requirements of specifications or drawings are more stringent than the codes, regulations, or standards, the specifications or drawings shall prevail.

4. The electrical installation shall meet the requirements of NECA Standard of Installation, except where otherwise specified.

C. UL Listing:

1. All electrical materials and equipment shall meet requirements of the applicable standards of UL if UL standards exist for such materials and equipment.

2. The UL authorized listing mark is acceptable as evidence that the materials meet this requirement.

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3. In lieu of UL authorized listing mark, the Contractor may submit independent proof satisfactory to the Contracting Officer that the materials meet the standards.

4. Materials and equipment shall be installed only for their intended operational purpose.

D. Standard Products: Provide only new electrical equipment of current standard design.

1.5 PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS

A. State electrical inspection is required for this project. Obtain an electrical permit if the State requires a permit to do the inspection. See Section 010150, 1.8 “Permits” for additional requirements.

1.6 INTENT OF CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS

A. Electrical drawings do not attempt to show complete details of building construction that affect installation. Diagrams are schematic only and do not necessarily show physical arrangement of equipment. Refer to drawings of other trades for additional details that affect work.

B. Conduit, conductor and ground connections are shown diagrammatically only. Layout does not necessarily show total number of conduits or conductors for circuits required and should not be used for obtaining quantities for linear runs of conduits or wires.

Locations of indicated runs are not intended to show actual routing of conduits.

Provide additional conduits and wire wherever needed to complete installation of specific equipment furnished.

C. Locations of outlets, switches, and junction boxes on drawings are approximate and may be distorted for clarity in representation.

D. Install electrical outlets and other equipment clear of and in proper relation to radiators, ducts, grilles, pipes, and other equipment, and items such as cabinets and counters.

E. Changes such as offsetting conduit runs, moving outlets, or other minor changes necessary to facilitate installation shall be made at no additional expense to the Government.

1.7 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate chases, slots, inserts, sleeves, and openings for electrical supports, raceways, and cable with general construction work.

B. Coordinate electrical work with the work of the various trades on the project.

1.8 SUBMITTALS

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B. Closeout Submittals: As specified in “Closeout Procedures” paragraph in Division 1 Section “General Requirements”

1. Field quality test reports.

2. Furnish a copy of the State Electrical Inspector’s Report.

3. Furnish a copy of the State Electrical Permit (if a permit was required as a con-dition of inspection).

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 GROUNDING

A. Grounding Electrode Conductors: Stranded copper cable, without splice throughout its length; bare or green insulated wire is acceptable.

B. Equipment Grounding Conductors: Copper, insulated with green-colored insulation.

Use same type as other wires in the circuit.

C. Bonding Jumpers: Bare copper tape or tinned-copper tape, braided copper conductors, terminated with copper ferrules.

D. Connectors: Comply with IEEE 837 and UL 467; listed for use for specific types, siz-es, and combinations of conductors and connected items.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 ELECTRICAL REMOVAL AND EXTENSION OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL

WORK

A. Disconnect, demolish, and remove electrical systems, equipment, and components in-dicated to be removed.

1. Circuits to Be Removed: Remove portion of circuits, including conductors and conduit, indicated to be removed to source of supply. Disconnect abandoned outlets and remove devices. Remove abandoned outlets if conduit servicing them is abandoned and removed. Provide blank cover for abandoned outlets which are not removed.

2. Equipment to Be Removed: Disconnect equipment. Remove circuit to source of supply where circuit is indicated to be removed. Temporarily terminate con-ductors in a safe manner where circuit will be reattached to new equipment or devices. Remove equipment.

3. Equipment to Be Removed and Reinstalled: Disconnect and remove circuit to source of supply. Remove, clean, and store equipment; when appropriate, rein-stall, reconnect, and make equipment operational.

4. Equipment to Be Removed and Salvaged: Disconnect and remove circuit to source of supply. Remove equipment and deliver to Government.

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B. Verify that abandoned wiring and equipment serve only abandoned facilities. Main-tain electrical continuity to remaining wiring and equipment.

C. If during construction electrical conductors, conduits, or equipment to remain is dam-aged in appearance or is unserviceable, remove damaged or unserviceable portions and replace with new products of equal capacity and quality.

D. Disconnect electrical systems in ceilings scheduled for removal.

E. Existing Electrical Service: Maintain existing systems in service until new systems are accepted. Disable systems only to make switchovers and connections. Notify the Contracting Officer at least 36 hours before partially or completely disabling system.

Minimize outage duration. Make temporary connections to maintain service in areas adjacent to work area.

F. Where the reuse of existing conduits, outlets, junction boxes, etc. is permissible, make certain that the wiring for them is continuous from outlet to outlet.

G. Provide temporary wiring and connections to maintain existing systems in service dur-ing construction.

H. Remove exposed abandoned conduit, including abandoned conduit above accessible ceiling finishes. Cut conduit flush with walls and floors, and patch surfaces.

I. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during demolition and extension work. Provide modifications to assure that circuits or systems wiring shall not pass through outlet or junction boxes that may be rendered inaccessible by changes made to the building.

J. Connect new work to existing work in a manner that will assure proper raceway grounding throughout in conformance with the National Electrical Code.

K. Removed conduits, wire, devices, fixtures, etc. is the property of the Contractor unless otherwise noted.

L. Panelboards: Replace circuit breakers damaged during construction and provide clo-sure plates for vacant positions. Provide typed circuit directory showing revised cir-cuiting arrangement.

3.2 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Cut, channel, chase, and drill floors, walls, partitions, ceilings, and other surfaces required to permit electrical installations. Perform cutting by skilled mechanics of trades involved.

B. Repair, refinish and touch up disturbed finish materials and other surfaces to match adjacent undisturbed surfaces.

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3.3 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

A. Headroom Maintenance: If mounting heights or other location criteria are not indicated, arrange and install components and equipment to provide maximum possible headroom.

B. Materials and Components: Install level, plumb, and parallel and perpendicular to other building systems and components, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of components. Connect for ease of disconnecting, with minimum interference with other installations.

D. Right of Way: Give to raceways and piping systems installed at a required slope.

3.4 GROUNDING

A. Size and install grounding electrode conductors in accordance with NEC.

B. Provide a corrosion-resistant finish to field connections, bonding products, and where factory applied protective coatings have been destroyed, where subject to corrosive ac-tion.

C. Route grounding connections, conductors to ground, and grounding conductors to protective devices in the shortest and straightest paths possible to minimize transient voltage rises.

D. Install equipment-grounding conductor in feeder and branch circuits. Route to switches, receptacles, equipment enclosures, equipment, and panels. Ground as required by NEC. Terminate each ground conductor to the bushing and ground lug.

E. Install an equipment-grounding conductor in non-metallic and flexible metallic conduits.

F. Bonding Straps and Jumpers: Install so vibration by equipment mounted on vibration isolation hangers or supports is not transmitted to rigidly mounted equipment. Use exothermic-welded connectors for outdoor locations, unless a disconnect-type connection is required; then use a bolted clamp. Bond straps directly to the basic structure taking care not to penetrate any adjacent parts. Install straps only in locations accessible for maintenance.

G. Connections: Make connections so galvanic action or electrolysis possibility is minimized. Select connectors, connection hardware, conductors, and connection methods so metals in direct contact are galvanically compatible.

1. Equipment Grounding Conductor Terminations:

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a. No. 8 AWG and larger: Use pressure-type, such as setscrew or hydraulic compression, grounding lugs.

b. No. 10 AWG and smaller: Terminate with winged pressure-type connectors.

2. Non-contact Metal Raceway Terminations: If metallic raceways terminate at metal housings without mechanical and electrical connection to housing, terminate each conduit with a grounding bushing. Connect grounding bushings with a bare grounding conductor to grounding bus or terminal in housing. Bond electrically non-continuous conduits at entrances and exists with grounding bushings and bare grounding conductors, unless otherwise indicated.

3. Tighten screws and bolts for grounding and bonding connectors and terminals according to manufacturer’s published torque-tightening values. Use values specified in UL 486A if manufacturer’s torque values are not indicated.

4. Moisture Protection: If insulated grounding conductors are connected to ground rods or grounding buses, insulate entire area of connection and seal against moisture penetration of insulation and cable.

3.5 ELECTRICAL SUPPORTING DEVICE APPLICATION

A. Damp Locations and Outdoors: Use hot-dip galvanized materials or nonmetallic, slotted channel system components.

B. Dry Locations: Use steel materials.

C. Strength of Supports: Adequate to carry present and future loads, times a safety factor of at least four with, 200-lb minimum design load for each support element.

D. Clean cuts and welds. Coat unpainted surfaces with cold application zinc galvanizing.

Coat cuts and welds on painted surfaces with zinc chromate primer and finish to match existing paint.

3.6 SUPPORT INSTALLATION

A. Arrange supports to prevent misalignment during wiring installation.

B. Support parallel runs of horizontal raceways together on trapeze- or bracket-type hangers.

C. Group related conduits and support using conduit rack. Construct rack using steel channel. Size so capacity can be increased by a 25 percent in the future.

D. Support individual horizontal single raceways with separate, malleable-iron pipe hangers or clamps except use spring-steel fasteners for 1-1/2-inch and smaller single raceways above suspended ceilings and for fastening raceways to slotted channel and angle supports.

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E. Install sleeves for cable and raceway penetrations of concrete slabs and walls unless core-drilled holes are used. Install sleeves for cable and raceway penetrations of masonry and fire-rated gypsum walls and of all other fire-rated floor and wall assemblies. Install sleeves during erection of concrete and masonry walls.

F. Do not support conduit with wire or perforated pipe straps. Do not attach conduit or supports to ceiling support wires.

G. Secure electrical items and their supports to building structure, using the following methods unless other fastening methods are indicated:

1. Wood: Wood screws or screw-type nails.

2. Gypsum Board: Toggle bolts. Seal around sleeves with joint compound, both sides of wall.

3. Fasteners for Damp, Wet, or Weather-Exposed Locations: Stainless steel.

4. Fasteners: Select so load applied to each fastener does not exceed 25 percent of its proof-test load.

3.7 INSPECTION

A. Demonstrate that electrical work operates satisfactorily and in accordance with the requirements of the drawings and specifications. Before final inspection, remove the front covers on all panelboards and wire gutters. Replace covers after the final inspection is completed.

3.8 TESTING

A. Notify Contracting Officer at least 48 hours before inspection and testing. Perform tests and inspections in the presence of the Contracting Officer. Prepare report for each test signed by Installer, General Contractor, and Contracting Officer.

B. General: See individual specification sections for test requirements.

1. Furnish instruments and provide qualified personnel to perform tests in accordance with the drawings and specifications.

2. Operate electrical equipment within the ranges specified by manufacturer.

3. Correct defects revealed by the tests.

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CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

SECTION 260519 - LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Copper building wire.

2. Fire-alarm wire and cable.

3. Connectors and splices.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

1. Copper building wire.

2. Fire-alarm wire and cable.

3. Connectors and splices.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 COPPER BUILDING WIRE

A. Description: Flexible, insulated and uninsulated, drawn copper current-carrying conductor with an overall insulation layer or jacket, or both, rated 600 V or less.

B. Standards:

1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and use.

2. Conductor and Cable Marking: Comply with wire and cable marking according to UL's "Wire and Cable Marking and Application Guide."

C. Conductors: Copper, complying with ASTM B3 for bare annealed copper and with ASTM B8 for stranded conductors.

D. Conductor Insulation:

1. Type THHN and Type THWN-2. Comply with UL 83.

2.2 FIRE-ALARM WIRE AND CABLE

A. General Wire and Cable Requirements: NRTL listed and labeled as complying with NFPA 70, Article 760.

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B. Signaling Line Circuits: Twisted, shielded pair, size as recommended by system manufacturer.

1. Circuit Integrity Cable: Twisted shielded pair, NFPA 70, Article 760, Classification CI, for power-limited fire-alarm signal service Type FPL. NRTL listed and labeled as complying with UL 1424 and UL 2196 for a two-hour rating.

C. Non-Power-Limited Circuits: Solid-copper conductors with 600 V rated, 75 deg C, color-coded insulation, and complying with requirements in UL 2196 for a two-hour rating.

1. Low-Voltage Circuits: No. 16 AWG, minimum, in pathway.

2. Line-Voltage Circuits: No. 12 AWG, minimum, in pathway.

3. Multiconductor Armored Cable: NFPA 70, Type MC, copper conductors, Type TFN/THHN conductor insulation, copper drain wire, copper armor with red identifier stripe, NTRL listed for fire-alarm and cable tray installation, plenum rated.

2.3 CONNECTORS AND SPLICES

A. Description: Factory-fabricated connectors, splices, and lugs of size, ampacity rating, material, type, and class for application and service indicated; listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and use.

B. Jacketed Cable Connectors: For steel and aluminum jacketed cables, zinc die-cast with set screws, designed to connect conductors specified in this Section.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONDUCTOR MATERIAL APPLICATIONS

A. Feeders and Branch Circuits:

1. Copper; solid for No. 10 AWG and smaller; stranded for No. 8 AWG and larger.

a. Use no wire smaller than No. 12 AWG for power and lighting circuits.

B. Grounding Electrode Conductors:

1. Stranded copper cable, without splice throughout its length; bare or green insulated wire is acceptable.

C. ASD Output Circuits Cable: Extra-flexible stranded for all sizes.

D. Power-Limited Fire Alarm and Control: Solid for No. 12 AWG and smaller.

3.2 CONDUCTOR INSULATION AND MULTICONDUCTOR CABLE APPLICATIONS AND

WIRING METHODS

A. Feeders: Type THHN/THWN-2, single conductors in raceway.

B. Branch Circuits, Including in Crawlspaces: Type THHN/THWN-2, single conductors in raceway.

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3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Conceal cables in finished walls, ceilings, and floors unless otherwise indicated, excluding raceway medication required for panelboard replacements.

B. Complete raceway installation between conductor and cable termination points in accordance with Section 260533 "Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems" prior to pulling conductors and cables.

C. Use manufacturer-approved pulling compound or lubricant where necessary; compound used must not deteriorate conductor or insulation. Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended maximum pulling tensions and sidewall pressure values.

D. Use pulling means, including fish tape, cable, rope, and basket-weave wire/cable grips, that will not damage cables or raceway.

E. Install exposed cables parallel and perpendicular to surfaces of exposed structural members, and follow surface contours where possible.

3.4 INSTALLATION OF FIRE-ALARM WIRE AND CABLE

A. Comply with NFPA 72.

B. Wiring Method: Install wiring in metal pathway.

1. Fire-alarm circuits and equipment control wiring associated with fire-alarm system must be installed in a dedicated pathway system.

a. Cables and pathways used for fire-alarm circuits, and equipment control wiring associated with fire-alarm system, may not contain any other wire or cable.

2. Fire-Rated Cables: Use of two-hour, fire-rated fire-alarm cables, NFPA 70, Types MI and CI, is not permitted.

3. Signaling Line Circuits: Power-limited fire-alarm cables must not be installed in the same cable or pathway as signaling line circuits.

C. Wiring within Enclosures: Separate power-limited and non-power-limited conductors as recommended by manufacturer. Install conductors parallel with or at right angles to sides and back of the enclosure. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points with no excess.

Connect conductors that are terminated, spliced, or interrupted in any enclosure associated with fire-alarm system to terminal blocks. Mark each terminal according to system's wiring diagrams. Make all connections with approved crimp-on terminal spade lugs, pressure-type terminal blocks, or plug connectors.

D. Cable Taps: Use numbered terminal strips in junction, pull, and outlet boxes; cabinets; or equipment enclosures where circuit connections are made.

E. Color-Coding: Color-code fire-alarm conductors differently from the normal building power wiring. Use one color-code for alarm circuit wiring and another for supervisory circuits. Color-code audible alarm-indicating circuits differently from alarm-initiating circuits. Use different

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colors for visible alarm-indicating devices. Paint fire-alarm system junction boxes and covers red.

3.5 CONNECTIONS

A. Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-tightening values. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated, use those specified in

UL 486A-486B.

B. Make splices, terminations, and taps that are compatible with conductor material.

3.6 IDENTIFICATION

A. Identify and color-code conductors and cables according to Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."

B. Identify each spare conductor at each end with identity number and location of other end of conductor, and identify as spare conductor.

3.7 FIRESTOPPING

A. Apply firestopping to electrical penetrations of mechanical room wall or ceiling penetrations created or abandoned with this contract.

3.8 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

a. Inspect exposed sections of conductor and cable for physical damage and correct any deficiencies discovered.

END OF SECTION 260519

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SYSTEMS

SECTION 260533 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Metal conduits and fittings.

2. Metal wireways and auxiliary gutters.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 METAL CONDUITS AND FITTINGS

A. Metal Conduit:

1. Listing and Labeling: Metal conduits, tubing, and fittings shall be listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

2. EMT: Comply with ANSI C80.3 and UL 797.

B. Metal Fittings: Comply with NEMA FB 1 and UL 514B.

1. Listing and Labeling: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

2. Fittings, General: Listed and labeled for type of conduit, location, and use.

3. Fittings for EMT:

a. Material: Steel or die cast.

b. Type: Setscrew or compression.

2.2 METAL WIREWAYS AND AUXILIARY GUTTERS

A. Description: Sheet metal, complying with UL 870 and NEMA 250, Type 1 unless otherwise indicated, and sized according to NFPA 70.

1. Metal wireways installed outdoors shall be listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

B. Fittings and Accessories: Include covers, couplings, offsets, elbows, expansion joints, adapters, hold-down straps, end caps, and other fittings to match and mate with wireways as required for complete system.

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2.3 BOXES, ENCLOSURES, AND CABINETS

A. General Requirements for Boxes, Enclosures, and Cabinets: Boxes, enclosures, and cabinets installed in wet locations shall be listed for use in wet locations.

B. Sheet Metal Outlet and Device Boxes: Comply with NEMA OS 1 and UL 514A.

C. Small Sheet Metal Pull and Junction Boxes: NEMA OS 1.

D. Hinged-Cover Enclosures: Comply with UL 50 and NEMA 250, Type 1 with continuous-hinge cover with flush latch unless otherwise indicated.

1. Metal Enclosures: Steel, finished inside and out with manufacturer's standard enamel.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 RACEWAY APPLICATION

A. Indoors: Apply raceway products as specified below unless otherwise indicated.

1. Exposed, Not Subject to Severe Physical Damage: EMT.

2. Concealed in Ceilings and Interior Walls and Partitions: EMT.

3. Boxes and Enclosures: NEMA 250, Type 1

B. Minimum Raceway Size: 1/2-inch trade size.

C. Raceway Fittings: Compatible with raceways and suitable for use and location.

1. Rigid and Intermediate Steel Conduit: Use threaded rigid steel conduit fittings unless otherwise indicated. Comply with NEMA FB 2.10.

2. PVC Externally Coated, Rigid Steel Conduits: Use only fittings listed for use with this type of conduit. Patch and seal all joints, nicks, and scrapes in PVC coating after installing conduits and fittings. Use sealant recommended by fitting manufacturer and apply in thickness and number of coats recommended by manufacturer.

3. EMT: Use setscrew or compression, steel or cast metal fittings. Comply with

NEMA FB 2.10.

4. Flexible Conduit: Use only fittings listed for use with flexible conduit. Comply with

NEMA FB 2.20.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 for installation requirements except where requirements on Drawings or in this article are stricter.

B. Keep raceways at least 6 inches away from parallel runs of flues and steam or hot-water pipes.

Install horizontal raceway runs above water and steam piping.

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C. Install no more than the equivalent of three 90-degree bends in any conduit run except for control wiring conduits, for which fewer bends are allowed. Support within 12 inches of changes in direction.

D. Make bends in raceway using large-radius preformed ells. Field bending shall be according to NFPA 70 minimum radii requirements. Use only equipment specifically designed for material and size involved.

E. Conceal conduit and EMT within finished walls, ceilings, and floors unless otherwise indicated.

Install conduits parallel or perpendicular to building lines.

F. Support conduit within 12 inches of enclosures to which attached.

G. Threaded Conduit Joints, Exposed to Wet, Damp, Corrosive, or Outdoor Conditions: Apply listed compound to threads of raceway and fittings before making up joints. Follow compound manufacturer's written instructions.

H. Raceway Terminations at Locations Subject to Moisture or Vibration: Use insulating bushings to protect conductors including conductors smaller than No. 4 AWG.

I. Terminate threaded conduits into threaded hubs or with locknuts on inside and outside of boxes or cabinets. Install bushings on conduits up to 1-1/4-inch trade size and insulated throat metal bushings on 1-1/2-inch trade size and larger conduits terminated with locknuts. Install insulated throat metal grounding bushings on service conduits.

J. Surface Raceways:

1. Install surface raceway with a minimum 2-inch radius control at bend points.

2. Secure surface raceway with screws or other anchor-type devices at intervals not exceeding 48 inches and with no less than two supports per straight raceway section.

Support surface raceway according to manufacturer's written instructions. Tape and glue are not acceptable support methods.

3. Run raceway plumb, level, and in a direct line, with long sweeping bends and offsets.

Make changes in direction of raceway with symmetrical bends or metal fittings.

K. Install raceway sealing fittings at accessible locations according to NFPA 70 and fill them with listed sealing compound. For concealed raceways, install each fitting in a flush steel box with a blank cover plate having a finish similar to that of adjacent plates or surfaces.

L. Install devices to seal raceway interiors at accessible locations. Locate seals so no fittings or boxes are between the seal and the following changes of environments. Seal the interior of all raceways at the following points:

1. Where conduits pass from warm to cold locations, such as boundaries of refrigerated spaces.

2. Where an underground service raceway enters a building or structure.

3. Conduit extending from interior to exterior of building.

4. Where otherwise required by NFPA 70.

5. Use LFMC in damp or wet locations subject to severe physical damage.

6. Use LFMC or LFNC in damp or wet locations not subject to severe physical damage.

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M. Fasten junction and pull boxes to or support from building structure. Do not support boxes by conduits.

3.3 FIRESTOPPING

A. Install firestopping at penetrations of mechanical room walls/ceilings.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. Protect coatings, finishes, and cabinets from damage and deterioration.

1. Repair damage to galvanized finishes with zinc-rich paint recommended by manufacturer.

END OF SECTION 260533

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IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR…