SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

to the Standard Specifications for City of Wichita

City of Wichita

Lift Station 10 Rehabilitation

PROJECT NO. 35-237043-009-0042

SEPTEMBER 2025

PREPARED BY

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, PA

303 South Topeka, Wichita, Kansas 67202

316-262-2691 / www.pec1.com http://www.pec1.com/

Lift Station 10 Rehabilitation City of Wichita

35-237043-009-0042 Engineer’s Statement of Responsibility

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SECTION 00 01 07

ENGINEER’S STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY

The following documents were prepared under my direct supervision and are authenticated by my seal:

SPECIFICATIONS:

26 05 00 Common Work Results for Electrical

26 05 19 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

26 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems

26 24 16 Panelboards

26 28 10 Overcurrent Protective Devices

26 28 16 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers

26 29 00 Motors

26 29 23 Motor Controllers

23 32 13 Gensets and Accessory Equipment

26 36 00 Transfer Switches

26 43 13 Surge Protective Devices for Low-Voltage Electrical Power Circuits

27 40 00 Supervisory Control System (General)

27 41 15 Supervisory Control System (PLC)

27 41 18 Supervisory Control System (Control Panel Construction)

By:

Sean Gerety, PE

END OF SECTION

Sean.Gerety Model

35-237043-009-0042 Engineer’s Statement of Responsibility

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SECTION 00 01 07

ENGINEER’S STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY

The following documents were prepared under my direct supervision and are authenticated by my seal:

SPECIFICATIONS:

33 32 13 Packaged Wastewater Pumping Station

43 21 31 Pressure Elements

By:

Trevor B. Kaufman, P.E.

END OF SECTION

09/03/2025

35-237043-009-0042 Table of Contents 00 01 10 - 1

SECTION 00 01 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page

00 01 01 Project Title Page 00 01 01 - 1

PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS

00 01 07 Engineer’s Statement of Responsibility - Electrical 00 01 07 - 1

00 01 07 Engineer’s Statement of Responsibility - Municipal 00 01 07 - 1

00 01 10 Table of Contents 00 01 10 - 1

ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 Common Work Results for Electrical 00 51 00 - 1 – 16

26 05 19 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 26 05 19 - 1 – 7

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 26 05 26 - 1 – 7

26 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems 26 05 33 - 1 – 19

26 24 16 Panelboards 26 24 16 - 1 – 9

26 28 10 Overcurrent Protective Devices 26 28 10 - 1 – 5

26 28 16 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 26 28 16 - 1 – 6

26 29 00 Motors 26 29 00 - 1 – 4

26 29 23 Motor Controllers 26 29 23 - 1 – 9

23 32 13 Gensets and Accessory Equipment 23 32 13 - 1 – 13

26 36 00 Transfer Switches 26 36 00 - 1 – 6

26 43 13 Surge Protective Devices for Low-Voltage Electrical Power

Circuits

23 43 13 - 1 – 6

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

27 40 00 Supervisory Control System (General) 27 40 00 - 1 – 8

27 41 15 Supervisory Control System (PLC) 27 41 15 - 1 – 4

27 41 18 Supervisory Control System (Control Panel Construction) 27 41 18 - 1 – 2

UTILITIES

33 32 13 Packaged Wastewater Pumping Stations 33 32 13 - 1 – 9

PROCESS GAS AND LIQUID HANDLING, PURIFICATION, AND STORAGE

EQUIPMENT

43 21 31 Pressure Elements 43 21 31 - 1 – 2

35-237043-009-0042 Common Work Results for Electrical

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SECTION 26 05 00

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL CONDITIONS:

A. The General Conditions, Supplementary General Conditions, General

Requirements, and Special Conditions shall be and are hereby made a part of this

Section of the specifications.

B. In case of conflicts between the electrical drawings and Division 26 of these specifications, the more stringent requirements shall govern. In all cases, notify the

Engineer for direction.

C. The requirements of COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL establish minimum requirements, apply to, and are hereby made a part of all sections of

Division 26, 27, and 28 of this specification.

D. The Contractor shall be responsible for excavation of all earth, soil, and rock conditions at the site. Review the elevations and soil boring logs and include all associated costs.

1.2 DESCRIPTION:

A. The electrical work shall include all labor, materials, tools, transportation, equipment, services, and facilities, required for the complete, proper, and substantial installation of all electrical work shown on the plans, and/or outlined in these specifications. The installation shall include all materials, appliances, and apparatus not specifically mentioned herein or noted on the drawings, but which are necessary to make a complete working installation of all electrical systems.

B. All the electrical related work required for this project (unless specified otherwise) is a part of the Electrical Contract price but is not necessarily specified under this division of the specifications or shown on the electrical drawings. Therefore, all divisions of the specifications and all drawings shall be consulted.

C. The plan drawings are schematic only and are not intended to show the exact routing of raceway systems unless dimensions are noted on the drawings. Final routing will be governed by field conditions (structural members, mechanical equipment, ductwork, underground piping, duct banks, etc.) and shall be determined by the Contractor and approved by the Engineer. Any changes in routing shall not change the design of the raceway system.

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D. The plan drawings showing device and equipment locations are schematic only and are not intended to show exact locations unless dimensions are noted on the drawings. The Contractor shall review all contract drawings that may affect the location of devices and equipment to avoid possible interference and permit full coordination of all work. The right to make any reasonable change in location within 6'-0", is reserved by the Engineer up until the time of rough-in at no extra cost.

E. Furnish and install electrical wiring, systems, equipment, and accessories in accordance with the specifications and drawings. Capacities and ratings of transformers, cable, switchgear, panelboards, motor control, and other items, arrangement for specified items in general are shown on drawings.

F. Electrical service entrance equipment (arrangements for temporary and permanent connections to the power company's system) shall conform to the power company's requirements. Coordinate fuses, circuit breakers and relays with the power company's system, and obtain power company approval. Provide all required temporary building power and lighting. Remove when finished. Installation of temporary power and lighting shall comply with N.E.C. and OSHA requirements.

G. Ampacities specified or shown on the drawings are based on copper conductors, with the conduit and raceways accordingly sized.

1.3 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A. Codes Rules and Regulations: Execute all work under ADA, the latest rules, and regulations of the National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Fire Protection

Association, and with all laws, regulations and ordinances of the County, State, City, and the Utility Company.

B. Codes shall govern in case of any direct conflict between codes, plans and specifications; except when plans and specifications require higher standards than those required by code. Variance from the plan and specifications made to comply with code must be approved by the Engineer. If approved they shall be made with no increased cost to the Owner.

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1.4 STANDARDS:

A. All material and equipment shall be listed, labeled, or certified by UL LLC, where such standards have been established. Equipment and material which are not covered by UL Standards will be accepted provided equipment and material is listed, labeled, certified, or otherwise determined to meet safety requirements of a nationally recognized testing laboratory. Equipment of a class which no nationally recognized testing laboratory accepts, certifies, lists, labels, or determines to be safe, will be considered if inspected or tested in accordance with national industrial standards, such as NEMA, or ANSI. Evidence of compliance shall include certified test reports and definitive shop drawings.

B. Definitions:

1. Certified: Equipment is "certified" if:

a. Equipment has been tested and found by a nationally recognized testing laboratory to meet nationally recognized standards, or to be safe for use in a specified manner.

b. Production is periodically inspected by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.

c. It bears a label, tag, or other record of certification.

2. Nationally recognized testing laboratory: A testing laboratory, which is approved, in accordance with OSHA regulations, by the Secretary of Labor.

1.5 QUALIFICATIONS (PRODUCTS AND SERVICES):

A. Manufacturers Qualifications: The manufacturer shall regularly and presently produce, as one of the manufacturer's principal products, the equipment and material specified for this project, and shall have manufactured the item for at least three years.

B. Product Qualification:

1. Manufacturer's product shall have been in satisfactory operation, on three installations of similar size and type as this project, for approximately three years.

2. The Engineer reserves the right to require the Contractor to submit a list of installations where the products have been in operation before approval.

C. Service Qualifications: There shall be a permanent service organization maintained or trained by the manufacturer which will respond within two hours of receipt of notification that service is needed. Submit name and address of service organization.

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1.6 MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS:

A. Materials and equipment furnished shall be new, of best quality and design, free from defects, of current production by manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of such items, for which replacement parts should be available. All items used on this project shall be free of asbestos, PCB, and mercury material.

B. When more than one unit of the same class of equipment is required, such units shall be the product of a single manufacturer.

C. Equipment Assemblies and Components:

1. Components of an assembled unit need not be products of the same manufacturer unless indicated otherwise.

2. Manufacturers of equipment assemblies, which include components made by others, shall be completely responsible for the final assembled unit.

3. Components shall be compatible with each other and with the total assembly for the intended service.

4. Constituent parts which are similar shall be the product of a single manufacturer.

D. Factory and Field wiring shall be identified on the equipment being furnished and on all wiring diagrams.

E. When Factory Testing is Specified:

1. The Engineer shall have the option of witnessing factory tests. The

Contractor shall notify the Engineer of a minimum of 15 working days prior to the manufacturer making the factory tests.

2. One electronic copy of certified test reports containing all test data shall be furnished to the Engineer prior to final inspection and not more than 90 days after completion of the tests.

3. When equipment fails to meet factory test and reinspection is required, the

Contractor shall be liable for all additional expenses, including expenses of the Engineer.

1.7 EQUIPMENT PROTECTION:

A. Equipment and material shall be protected during shipment and storage against physical damage, dirt, moisture, cold and rain.

B. During installation, equipment, controls, controllers, circuit protective devices, and other like items, shall be protected against entry of foreign matter and be vacuum cleaned both inside and outside before testing, operating, and painting.

C. Damaged equipment shall be, as determined by the Engineer, placed in satisfactory operating condition, or be returned to the source of supply for repair or replacement.

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D. Painted surfaces shall be protected with factory installed removable heavy Kraft paper, sheet vinyl or equal.

E. Damaged paint on equipment and materials shall be restored to the original quality of paint and workmanship as used by the manufacturer so repaired area is not obvious.

1.8 GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS:

A. A. Electrical contractors and subcontractors shall be pre-approved by the City of

Newton prior to performing electrical work of any kind on the project.

B. Arrange, phase, and perform work to assure electrical service, both temporary and permanent, for buildings at all times.

C. Coordinate location of equipment and conduit with other trades to minimize interferences.

D. Examination of Site:

1. Visit the site, inspect the existing conditions, and check the drawings and specifications to be fully informed of the requirements for completion of the work.

2. Lack of such information shall not justify an extra to the contract price.

E. Permits:

1. Obtain and pay for all licenses and permits, fees, inspection and certificates required for the execution of this work.

2. Pay fees and charges for connection to outside services and use of property.

3. Deliver permits and certificates to the Engineer to be transmitted to the

Owner.

F. Services:

1. This Contractor shall pay for all expenses, deposits, reimbursements, etc., required by the local rules and codes for the service to the buildings, complete and ready for use.

2. Consult Power Company for their requirements and for coordinating with their installation. Contractor shall provide any work thus required beyond that indicated by the drawings and specifications. He shall bear all expense involved for the complete installation of the electrical service (both temporary and permanent) to the building ready for operation, including utility service charges, except as specifically excluded on the plans.

3. This Contractor shall consult all local departments to verify requirements and bid installation of service in accordance with local codes and Utility company rules and regulations.

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4. This Contractor shall bear all expense involved for the complete telephone service conduit installation and pull wire ready for cable installation. Verify complete installation with the local telephone company and bid installation to comply with their requirements.

G. Responsibility:

1. This Contractor will be held responsible for any and all damage to any part of the building or to the work of other contractors, as may be caused through this contractor’s operation.

2. Any mutilation of building finishes or equipment initiated by electrical construction shall be properly corrected by the respective finishing contractor and paid for by the Electrical Contractor.

3. The operation of the temporary power and the permanent electrical system shall be the responsibility of this Contractor until acceptance of the building by the Owner.

H. Work to be done by General Contractor:

1. Build in all openings, sleeves, chases, etc., for conduit and equipment as established, furnished, and set by this Contractor. The General Contractor shall seal or grout all openings after this Contractor has installed the conduits.

2. Build in bolts, brackets, hangers etc., for work established, furnished, and set by this Contractor.

3. All concrete work required for equipment furnished and set by this

Contractor includes clean up pads under electrical gear, fixture bases, transformer bases, etc.

4. Painting: All painting of electrical equipment installed in finished areas shall be done by the General Contractor. Painting will not be required on receptacles, switches, circuit breakers etc. All fixtures and exterior poles specified to be factory-primed shall be painted by General Contractor. Paint all wire mold, exposed conduit, and equipment, etc., to match final wall colors.

5. Provide fireproofing above fixtures located in fire rated ceilings per U.L.

requirements.

6. Pay all utility costs for operation of electrical system during construction until acceptance of building by the Owner.

I. Work done by the Mechanical Contractor:

1. The Mechanical Contractor shall furnish wiring diagrams and temperature control drawings of all equipment furnished to the Electrical Contractor.

(Catalog information is unacceptable, provide point to point drawings.)

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2. The Mechanical Contractor shall furnish and install all control equipment requiring connections to air, water, steam, etc., such as pneumatic electric relays, remote bulb temperature controls, solenoid valves, aquastats, and pressure controls.

3. The Mechanical Contractor shall reimburse the Electrical Contractor for any changes in system design i.e., control or equipment which affects the

Electrical Contractor. Also refer to equipment connections, controls, and instrumentation in 260500.

J. Workmanship and Coordination:

1. Make installation substantially as shown on the plans.

2. Make alterations in location of apparatus or conduit as may be required to conform to building construction without extra charge.

3. Mechanical equipment service clearances and electrical apparatus service clearances as specified in their respective manufacturer's product data shall be maintained free from conduit.

4. Cooperate with other trades in their installation of work.

5. Complete the installation in a workmanlike manner, completely connected and ready to give proper and continuous service.

6. Use only experienced licensed electricians.

K. Cutting and Patching:

1. Notify the General Contractor in ample time of the location of all chases, sleeves, and other openings required in connection with the work of this contract.

2. Cutting and patching made necessary because of failure to comply with the above shall be done by the General Contractor at the expense of the

Electrical Contractor.

3. When it is necessary for the Electrical Contractor to cut building materials, it shall be done in a neat and workmanlike manner meeting with the approval of the Engineer.

4. Holes through concrete shall be carefully drilled with a "Concrete Termite" drill. A Star Drill or Air Hammer will not be permitted. Structural members shall not be cut without approval from the Engineer.

5. Any penetrations thru the roof shall be made with "Stoneman" 900 Series flashing connections as manufactured by Elmdor/Stoneman, City of

Industry, California, or as approved by the Engineer.

6. Any penetrations made in exterior, or basement foundation walls shall be sealed with Thunderline "Link-Seal" connections, as manufactured by

Thunderline Corporation, Wayne, Michigan.

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L. Manufacturer’s Instructions:

1. Apply, install, connect, erect, use, clean, and condition articles, materials and equipment as directed by the manufacturer.

M. Provide separate support for all devices mounted in or to lay-in ceiling tile. Ceiling tile shall not be used to support any device.

1.9 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND REQUIREMENTS:

A. Equipment location shall be as close as practical to locations shown on the drawings.

B. Working spaces shall not be less than specified in the National Electrical Code for all voltages specified.

C. Inaccessible Equipment:

1. Where the Engineer determines that the Contractor has installed equipment without proper clearances or not conveniently accessible for operation and maintenance, equipment shall be removed and reinstalled as directed at no additional cost to the Owner.

a. Install access panels as approved by the Engineer to provide access to all equipment, J-boxes and outlets located in non-accessible spaces. Panels shall be flush locking type with a fire rating equal to the ceiling system.

2. "Conveniently accessible" is defined as being capable of being reached without the use of ladders, or without climbing or crawling under or over obstacles such as motors, pumps, belt guards, transformers, piping, and ductwork. Outlet and box covers shall be removable by using regular length

(8") screw drivers.

D. Distribution Equipment:

1. All items of Electrical Distribution Equipment (switchboards, panelboards, disconnects) shall be of one manufacturer, unless specifically noted on the drawings, in the specifications, or approved by the Engineer. Intermixing of distribution equipment by different manufacturers will not be permitted.

2. Provide a Type 1 surge protective device for lightning protection on each service entrance for each building. The surge protective device shall meet the requirements of UL 1449. Refer to drawings for voltage and phasing of service. Arrester shall be located within the main switch, panel or switchboard enclosure and connected with 12” maximum leads. Surge protective devices shall have an enclosure suitable for indoor or outdoor mounting and shall utilize metal oxide varistors that are individually fused.

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a. 208Y/120V: Maximum Voltage Protection Ratings shall be 700V

L-N and 1200V L-L. Minimum MCOV rating shall be 180V L-N and 360V L-L, minimum nominal discharge current shall be

10,000A, minimum short circuit current rating shall be 200,000A, and minimum surge current rating shall be 40,000A. Square 'D'

#SDSA2040 or approved equal.

3. Equipment layouts on the drawings are based on one manufacturer. Verify all actual equipment sizes with equipment manufacturer prior to bidding.

4. If layout changes are required due to differing electrical manufacturer’s equipment size, they must be submitted to and approved by the Engineer.

National Electric Code working clearances must be maintained at all times.

Extra remuneration will not be allowed for layout changes that differ from those shown.

5. Provide and install all steel supports as required for mounting of electrical equipment.

6. Anchor all free-standing electrical equipment including switchboards, switchgear, substations, motor control centers, paralleling gear, transfer switches, transformers, etc. to the floor with plated, 1/2" diameter minimum, anchor bolts or as recommended by the manufacturer.

1.10 EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS, CONTROLS, AND INSTRUMENTATION:

A. General: The following applies to all electrical power and control connections for all equipment requiring electrical installation work provided by others.

B. Electrical Contractor shall install and connect the following items for equipment requiring electrical power that is either furnished or specified by other Contractors and/or the Owner. Where these required items are not furnished with the equipment being connected, it shall be the Electrical Contractors responsibility to provide the necessary items including conduit, boxes and wiring.

1. Starters

2. Variable Frequency Drives

3. Disconnecting Devices

4. Thermal Overload Devices

5. Overcurrent Devices

6. Short Circuit Protective Devices

7. Control Devices (Local and Remote)

8. Audible and Visual Control Status Annunciation Devices

9. Equipment Mounting Structures

10. Additional Miscellaneous Devices

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C. In general, all major equipment will be specified to be factory prewired with only service and interconnecting wiring required at the site by the electrical contractor;

however, the Electrical Contractor shall check all divisions of the specification to verify if the equipment is specified factory prewired and if not, then it shall be the responsibility of the Electrical Contractor to provide the complete wiring of the equipment in accordance with wiring diagrams provided by other contractors and/or Owner to the Electrical Contractor. All interconnecting of equipment shall be by the Electrical Contractor.

D. All line and low voltage wiring and connections required to control the equipment are a part of this section. All wiring shall be in conduit. All conduit, wiring, and terminations shall be provided by the Electrical Contractor.

E. The Electrical Contractor shall provide 120-volt control power supply; #12 Ga. CU.

THHN/THWN in 1/2"C. minimum at all points required by controls, instrumentation, and sprinkler risers. Circuit as shown on the plans or to the nearest

120-volt panel if no circuiting is indicated. Use spare 20 Amp. breakers. Each control panel shall be on a separate circuit unless otherwise indicated. If the controlled equipment is fed from the emergency system, then the control power supply must feed from the emergency system.

F. The Contractor shall become familiar with the equipment to be furnished by the other Contractors and/or the Owner in connection with this work and include provisions for such connections and work in the Contractor's price. Extra remuneration will not be allowed for such work.

G. Connections to all equipment have been designed from units as specified on the drawings or in the specifications. In the event equipment or control differs on approved shop drawings it shall be the responsibility of the Supplying Contractor to coordinate electrical connections to the units and reimburse Electrical Contractor for any changes in system design. These changes shall not involve additional cost to the Owner.

H. Review all plans and specifications to verify all equipment connections that are required by mechanical and/or other contractors. Although the electrical drawings will show equipment connection requirements, it is the Electrical Contractor's responsibility to connect all equipment furnished by other Contractor's at no extra cost to the Owner, even if this equipment connection is not shown on the electrical drawings. Coordinate all required connections not shown on the electrical drawings with the Engineer.

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1.11 NAMEPLATES:

A. General: The following items shall be equipped with nameplates:

1. Disconnect switches (fused or non-fused), transformers, switchgear, and switchboards (including branch circuit breakers/switches), panelboards, separately mounted circuit breakers, starters, contactors, relays, junction boxes and pull boxes.

B. Inscription: Nameplates shall adequately describe the function or use of the particular equipment involved. Nameplates for panelboards and switchboards shall include the panel designation, voltage, and phase, A.I.C. rating of the supply (see schedules, one-line diagram, and color coding). For example, "Panel A" 120/208

V, 3-Phase, 4-Wire, 10,000 A.I.C. or “50,000 AIC with 22 KA Breakers, Series with class ‘J’ Fuses”:

1. Phase A - Black

2. Phase B - Red

3. Phase C - Blue

4. Neutral - White

5. Ground - Green

C. The name used for a machine nameplate shall be the same as the one used on the machine's motor starter, disconnect and P.B. station nameplates. Nameplates for fused switches and panels shall also indicate fuse type and size.

1. In addition to the instructions listed above:

a. All panelboards and transfer switches fed from the standby system shall be labeled “Standby System”.

D. Construction:

1. Nameplates shall be as follows:

a. Normal power - laminated phenolic plastic white front and back with black core.

b. Standby System - laminated phenolic plastic blue front and back with white core.

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2. Lettering shall be engraved through front layer to form 1/4" characters.

Nameplates shall be securely fastened to the equipment to be identified, with No. 4 Phillips, round head, cadmium plated, steel self-tapping screws or nickel-plated brass bolts. Motor nameplate may be nonferrous metal not less than 0.03 inches thick, die stamped. In lieu of separate plastic nameplates, engraving directly on device plates is acceptable. Letters engraved thus, shall be filled with contrasting enamel. All nameplates and their installation are part of this work. Free hand lettering or dymo label marker will not be acceptable.

1.12 MATERIALS OF APPROVED EQUAL:

A. Where items of equipment and/or materials are specifically identified herein by a manufacturer's name, model or catalog number, and only such specific items may be used in the base bid, except as hereinafter provided.

B. Unless requests for changes in base bid specifications are received by the City

Standards, approved and noted by written addendum prior to the opening of bids, the successful contractor will be held to furnish specified items.

C. After contract is awarded, changes in specifications shall be made only as defined by the City Standards.

1.13 SUBMITTALS: IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION SAMPLES AND SHOP

DRAWINGS, FURNISH THE FOLLOWING:

A. The Engineer's approval shall be obtained for all equipment and material before delivery to the job site. Delivery, storage or installation of equipment or material which has not had prior approval will not be permitted at the job site.

B. All submittals shall include adequate descriptive literature, catalog cuts, shop drawings and other data necessary for the Engineer to ascertain that the proposed equipment and materials comply with specification requirements. Catalog cuts submitted for approval shall be legible and clearly identify equipment being submitted.

C. Submittals shall be complete and submitted together for each section. Individual systems and equipment assemblies which consist of more than one item or component shall be made for the system or assemble as a whole. Partial submittals will not be considered for approval.

1. Mark the submittals, "SUBMITTED UNDER SECTION ". Mark out all statements on sheets that do not apply otherwise. The Engineer may select options and equipment not originally specified. All options that are not marked out will be assumed that the Contractor will furnish the same.

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2. Submittals shall be marked to show specification reference including the section and paragraph numbers.

3. Submit each section separately.

4. Mark catalog cuts to indicate equipment, capacities, finishes, sizes, etc.

Each individual item shall have its own sheet provided for approval.

(Example: Separate sheets for each panelboard.)

D. The submittals shall include the following:

1. Information that confirms compliance with contract requirements. Include the manufacturer's name, model or catalog numbers, catalog information, technical data sheets, shop drawings, pictures, nameplate data and test reports as required.

2. Elementary and interconnection wiring diagrams for communication and signal systems, control system and equipment assemblies. All terminal points and wiring shall be identified on wiring diagrams.

3. Parts list which shall include those replacement parts recommended by the equipment manufacturer, quantity of parts, current price and availability of each part.

4. Quantities of materials will not be verified by the Engineer. Approval stamp on shop drawings does not constitute approval of quantities listed on shop drawings.

5. Shop drawings:

a. All shop drawings shall be checked and signed by this contractor and general contractor prior to submittal to the Engineer.

b. Shop drawings submitted without Contractor’s signatures or approval and verification will not be approved.

c. Shop drawings shall be submitted on wire, cables, devices, lighting fixtures (including distribution curves), motor starters, panelboards, disconnects, transformers, switchboards, motor control centers, conduit, raceway systems, low-voltage systems, etc.

6. Each sheet shall be either 8 1/2" x 11"; 8 1/2" x 13"; or 11" x 17" bond with a 5" x 3" clear area for engineer’s stamp. (This area shall not be used by this contractor or the general contractor’s stamp.) Larger drawings shall be able to be blue printed.

7. Submittals for low-voltage systems (fire alarm, security, PA, controls, sound, clock, nurses’ call, intercom, etc.) shall include complete riser diagrams showing all conductors and conduit sizes.

E. Quantity of Submittals: See the general specification sections.

1.14 ELECTRICAL WORK COMPLETION:

A. Before requesting final inspection, the following work must be completed.

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B. Operating Instructions:

1. The Contractor shall submit along with the shop drawings of the equipment, the operating instructions for all items. Instructions shall be prepared by the manufacturer of the equipment.

2. After the operating instructions have been approved by the Engineer, the

Contractor shall include the three (3) copies in maintenance instructions brochures.

3. The Contractor shall also obtain all manufacturers’ instructions, manuals, and one complete set of drawings and turn these over to the Engineer at the completion of the project.

4. The Contractor shall keep in a safe place; all keys and special wrenches furnished with equipment under this contract and shall give same to the

Engineer at the completion of the project.

5. The Contractor shall prepare a complete brochure, in triplicate, covering all systems and equipment furnished and installed under his contract.

Brochures shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval and delivery to the Owner. The cost of this brochure shall be included in the contract cost.

Brochures shall contain the following:

a. Certified equipment drawings and/or catalog data clearly marked for equipment furnished as required for approval submission under detailed section of the specifications.

b. Complete operating and maintenance instructions for each item of equipment.

c. Complete part list for each equipment item.

d. Any special emergency operating instructions or a list of service organizations (including addresses and telephone numbers) capable of rendering emergency service to the various parts of the system.

6. Brochures shall be bound in hardbacked three ring binders with an index, sub dividers and reinforced sheets.

a. Project name and address.

b. Section of work covered by brochure, i.e., "Electrical Work".

c. Name and address of Engineer.

d. Name and address of Contractor.

e. Telephone number of Contractor, including night or emergency number.

7. In addition to these written instructions, each respective Contractor shall fully and carefully instruct the Owner, or Owner’s selected representatives, as to the proper operation, care and maintenance of each system and its equipment.

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1.15 TESTING AND ADJUSTMENT:

A. Record loads on each phase of all panelboards, distribution panels, switchboards, transformers and submit final readings to the Engineer for records. This Contractor shall adjust equipment, instruments, gages, meters etc., as required to test and adjust these systems.

B. Check, test, and adjust the mechanisms of all electrical equipment and adjustable parts of lighting fixtures as required for optimum performance.

C. Perform tests for insulation resistance in accordance with the requirements of the

National Electrical Code and ensure that all circuits are free from short circuits.

D. Always keep a calibrated voltmeter and ammeter available and provides service for test readings when and as required, up until the project is accepted by the Owner.

E. Electrical Testing and Verification: Refer to the following specification sections (as applicable) for required tests and verifications:

1. 260519 – Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables

2. 260526 – Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

3. 262416 – Panelboards

4. 262726 – Wiring Devices

5. 263600 – Automatic Transfer Switches

1.16 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS:

A. Show on black or blue line prints in red ink all changes from original plans made during the installation. Return two (2) sets of red marked drawings, specifications and addenda, as set forth in the General Conditions, to the Engineer upon completion of the project.

1.17 FINAL INSPECTION:

A. Final inspection will be made upon written request from the General contractor after the project is completed, in accordance with the Supplementary General

Conditions.

B. Furnish a workman familiar with this project to accompany the Engineer on final inspection and have available ladders, drop cords, and other equipment as required to gain access to any portion of this system.

C. This Contractor and his principal subcontractors shall be represented at the inspection by a person of authority responsible to demonstrate to the engineer that his work conforms to the intent of the plans and specifications.

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D. Extra inspections made necessary by the Electrical Contractor's failure to comply with the conditions as set forth above shall be charged to the Contractor for the

Inspector's time both on the job and spent in travel between the office and the project site.

1.18 GUARANTEE:

A. During the one-year guarantee period the Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for any defects which develop in the electrical systems. Upon notification of a defect by the General Contractor the Electrical Contractor shall make immediate effort to correct it and shall notify the Engineer when this work is completed. This guarantee does not include ordinary lamp failure.

B. Repairs and/or replacements shall be made with no cost to Owner.

C. Provide as part of the work of this contract, in addition to the first year's guarantee on equipment and materials, the following routine maintenance and inspection.

(The one-year time period will not start until each item is completed in accordance with plans and specifications and accepted by the Owner). Correct and adjust all emergency systems, controls, fire alarm, transformer, etc. This service to be provided throughout the guarantee period.

1.19 SINGULAR NUMBER:

A. Where any device or part of equipment is referred to in these specifications in the singular number (such as "the switch"), such reference shall be deemed to apply to as many such devices as are required to complete the installation as shown on the drawings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

35-237043-009-0042 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables

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SECTION 26 05 19

LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY:

A. Section includes:

1. Building wires and cables rated 600 VAC and less.

2. Connectors, splices, and terminations rated 600 VAC and less.

3. Wire lubricating compound.

4. Control wiring.

5. Communication and signal wiring.

6. Fireproofing tape.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data (Where indicated in Section “Common Work Results for

Electrical”, provide the following information): For each type of product indicated.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended use.

B. Comply with NFPA 70.

C. Comply with NEMA WC 70.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES (POWER AND LIGHTING):

A. Conductors and Cables: NEMA WC 70, except as hereinafter specified.

1. All conductors shown on plans are sized for copper.

2. UL label required.

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B. Single Conductor:

1. Soft annealed copper.

2. Stranded for sizes No. 8 and larger. Solid or stranded for sizes No. 10 and smaller, except that conductors for remote control, alarm, and signal circuits, classes 1, 2, and 3, shall be stranded unless specifically indicated otherwise.

3. Minimum size No. 12, except where larger sizes are shown. (Size No. 14 minimum for controls).

C. Stranding:

1. Conductors between stationary and moving devices, such as hinged doors or panels, shall have Class H or Class K stranding. All other conductors shall have Class B or Class C stranding.

D. Insulation:

1. THHN-THWN, XHHW - Sizes No. 12 and larger.

2.2 SPLICES AND JOINTS:

A. In accordance with UL 486 A, B, D and NEC.

B. Split-bolt type connectors are not allowed.

C. Branch circuits (No. 10 and smaller):

1. Connectors: Solderless, screw-on, reusable pressure cable type, 600-volt, 105-degree C. with integral insulation, approved for copper and aluminum conductors.

2. The integral insulator shall have a skirt to completely cover the stripped wires.

3. The number, size, and combination of conductors, as listed on the manufacturer's packaging shall be strictly complied with.

D. Branch Circuits (No. 8 and No. 6):

1. Connectors: Pre-insulated, mechanical, reusable cable type, 600-volt, 90-degree C. with integral insulation, approved for copper and aluminum conductors, cold temperature rated to -45-degree C. Connectors shall be equal to those manufactured by Polaris Connectors.

2. Provide connectors rated for the location where installed.

3. The number, size, and combination of conductors, as listed on the manufacturer's packaging shall be strictly complied with.

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E. Feeder Circuits:

1. All feeder conductors shall be the same size and type and be continuous from the overcurrent device to the panel or equipment the feeder terminates at.

2. Connectors shall be indent type, UL listed for use with the size and type of wire installed of high conductivity and corrosion-resistant material. Do not install more than one conductor per connector unless the connector is UL listed for use with the number of conductors installed.

3. Power distribution blocks shall be provided for splices or where quantity or size of conductors exceeds the terminal rating of the device to be connected. Power distribution blocks shall be equal to Square D by

Schneider Electric Class 9080 Type LB or Mersen Electrical Power

MPDB series. Provide with covers. Power distribution blocks shall be securely mounted in a code sized enclosure.

4. Field installed compression connectors for cable sizes 250 kcmil and larger shall have not less than two clamping elements or compression indents per wire.

5. Insulate splices and joints with materials approved for the particular use, location, voltage, and temperature. Insulation rating shall be not less than that of the conductor that is being joined.

6. Plastic electrical insulating tape: Flame retardant, cold and weather resistant.

2.3 CONTROL WIRING:

A. Unless otherwise specified in other sections of these specifications, size control wiring as specified for power and lighting wiring, except the minimum size shall be not less than No. 14, 90 degrees C. insulation. Where stranded conductors are used, provide with spade type insulated copper terminals.

B. Size wire large enough so that the voltage drop under inrush conditions does not adversely affect operation of the controls.

2.4 COMMUNICATION AND SIGNAL WIRING:

A. Shall conform to the recommendations of the manufacturers of the communication and signal systems; however, not less than what is shown.

B. Wiring shown is for typical systems. Provide wiring as recommended by the manufacturer for the systems being furnished.

C. Multi-conductor cables shall have the conductors color coded.

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2.5 WIRE LUBRICATING COMPOUND:

A. The cable pulling lubricant shall be compatible with all cable jackets. The lubricant shall be UL (or CSA) listed. The lubricant shall contain no waxes, greases, silicones, or polyalkylene glycol oils or waxes.

B. A 200-gram sample of the lubricant, when placed in a one-foot, split metal conduit and fully dried for 24 hours at 105 degrees C, shall not spread a flame more than three inches beyond a point of ignition at a continued heat flux of 40 kW/m2. Total time of test shall be one-half hour.

C. Approved Lubricant is:

1. Polywater J from American Polywater Corporation

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERALLY:

A. Install in accordance with the NEC, and as specified.

B. Install all wiring in raceway systems.

C. Where No. 10 or No. 12 stranded conductors terminate at receptacles, toggle switches, or other devices with a screw-type connection, provide a solid conductor pigtail or spade-type connector listed for use with the appropriate class of stranded wire.

D. Install a ground wire sized per NEC 250.122 in each conduit containing phase conductors.

E. Color Code:

1. All conductors shall be identified by circuit number and color coding at all termination points and splices. All conductors shall be identified in all pull and junction boxes by the following method of color coding. Means of identification shall be permanently posted at each branch circuit panel with a nameplate identifying color coding system used in that panelboard.

Phase 208Y/120V 480Y/277V 240V. 120/240V 240/120V

A Black Brown Black Black Black

B Red Orange Red Red Orange

C Blue Yellow Blue Blue

Neutral White Gray White White

Ground Green Green Green Green Green

Iso. Grd Green w/Yellow

Green w/Yellow

Green w/Yellow

Green w/Yellow

Green w/Yellow

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2. Use solid color compound or solid color coating for No. 6 and smaller branch circuit conductors and neutral sizes.

3. Phase conductors No. 4 and larger color code using one of the following:

a. Solid color compound or solid color coating.

b. Colored as specified using 3/4-inch wide tape. Apply tape in half overlapping turns for a minimum of three inches for terminal points, and in junction boxes, pull boxes, troughs, manholes, and handholes. Apply the last two laps of tape with no tension to prevent possible unwinding. Where cable markings are covered by tape, apply tags to cable stating size and insulation type.

c. Yellow stripe on isolated ground may be 1/4-inch-wide yellow tape on top of green.

4. Where neutrals are located in the same raceway, junction box or enclosure, neutrals shall be marked or labeled to indicate which circuit conductor (phase conductor) they are associated with. Neutrals (with stripes matching the associated phase conductor color) meeting the requirements of NEC Section 200.6 are acceptable for this purpose.

5. For modifications and additions to existing wiring systems, color-coding shall conform to the existing wiring system.

6. Provide plastic engraved color code legend on each panelboard and switchboard per NEC Section 210.5 (C).

7. All improperly color-coded conductors will be completely replaced at no additional cost to Owner.

F. All cable and wiring shall be continuous between electrical equipment. Splices shall not be added except as required for taps in branch circuits or as approved by the engineer.

G. Splice cables and wires only in outlet boxes, junction boxes, pull boxes, manholes, or handholes. Do not splice cables in panelboards, switchboards, disconnects, etc.

H. Install cable supports for all vertical feeders in accordance with the NEC. Provide split wedge type which firmly clamps each individual cable and tightens due to cable weight.

I. For panelboards, cabinets, wireways, switches, and equipment assemblies, neatly form, and tie all cables.

J. Seal cable and wire entering a building from underground between the wire and conduit, where the cable exits the conduit, with a non-hardening approved compound.

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K. Wire Pulling:

1. Provide installation equipment that will prevent the cutting or abrasion of insulation during pulling of cables.

2. Use ropes made of nonmetallic material for pulling feeders.

3. Attach pulling lines for feeders by means of either woven basket grips or pulling eyes attached directly to the conductors, as approved by the

Engineer.

4. Pull multiple cables into a single conduit with a single continuous pull.

5. Use wire lubricant per this specification when recommended by the cable manufacturer or as required to prevent damage to cables during installation.

3.2 INSTALLATION IN MANHOLES:

A. Install and support cables in manholes on the steel racks with porcelain or equal insulators. Train the cables around the manhole walls, but do not bend to a radius less than six times the overall cable diameter.

3.3 SPLICE INSTALLATION:

A. Splices and terminations shall be mechanically and electrically secure.

B. Where the Engineer determines that unsatisfactory splices or terminations have been installed, remove the devices, and install approved devices at no additional cost to the Owner.

3.4 CONTROL, COMMUNICATION, AND SIGNAL WIRING INSTALLATION:

A. Unless otherwise specified in other sections of these specifications, install wiring as described below. Wiring shall be connected to perform the functions shown and specified in other sections of this specification.

B. Except where otherwise required, install a separate power supply circuit for each system, or control equipment, or control power. Circuit to nearest 120-volt panel or nearest emergency panel if equipment controlled is connected to emergency system. Use spare 20 Amp breakers in panels where none are designated. Verify all requirements with actual equipment supplied in the field.

C. Install a breaker lock-on clip on the handle of the branch circuit breaker for the power supply circuit for each system to prevent accidental de-energizing of the systems. Lock-on clips for circuit breakers serving fire alarm systems shall be painted red.

D. System voltages shall not exceed 120 volts and shall be lower voltages were shown on the drawings or required by the NEC.

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E. Wire and cable identification:

1. Install a permanent wire marker on each wire at each termination, outlet box, junction box, panel, and device. Markers shall be typed or handwritten and shall be clearly legible.

2. Identifying numbers and letters on the wire markers shall correspond to those on the wiring diagrams used for installing the systems.

3. Wire markers shall retain their markings after cleaning.

4. In each manhole and handhole, install permanent, waterproof tags to identify the cable type/system and the building or area served.

3.5 FEEDER IDENTIFICATION:

A. In each interior pull box and junction box, identify each phase, neutral and/or ground conductor by conductor color coding or tape based on system voltage.

B. In manholes and handholes, install permanent, waterproof tags to identify the cable type. Identify each phase, neutral, and/or ground conductor by conductor color coding or tape based on system voltage.

3.6 FIELD TESTING:

A. Feeders and branch circuits shall have their insulation tested after installation and before connection to utilization devices such as fixtures, motors, or appliances.

B. Test shall be performed by megger and conductors shall test free from short-circuits and grounds.

C. Test conductors’ phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground.

D. Megger motors after installation but before start-up and test free from grounds.

E. The Contractor shall furnish the instruments, materials, and labor for these tests.

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SECTION 26 05 26

GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this section.

1.2 SUMMARY:

A. This section includes grounding and bonding systems and equipment.

1.3…