14. Supplemental Specifications.pdf

Repair Fire Suppression (FSD 1) B8088

JBER

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

ALASKA

FXSB 21-1501

Repair Fire Suppression (FSD 1) B8088

SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

D E P A R T M E N T O F T H E A I R F O R C E

673 R D C I V I L E N G I N E E R S Q U A D R O N ( P A C A F )

J B E R A L A S K A 9 9 5 0 6

Repair Fire Suppression (FSD 1) B8088

SUPPLEMENTAL

SPECIFICATIONS INDEX

SECTION TITLE

00001

15010

21 13 13.00 10

JBER CAD / GIS RECORD DRAWING AS-BUILT STANDARD

GENERAL MECHANICAL

WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, FIRE PROTECTION

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JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON CAD / GIS RECORD DRAWING AS-BUILT

STANDARD

1.0 Record Drawing as-built Deliverables

A. General Requirements: The purpose of this standard is to identify the use of CAD/GIS standards by contractors for Record Drawing As-built deliverables. The intent is to not to provide specific guidance to a contractor on execution but to identify the format of the Record Drawing As-built. The AutoCAD deliverables shall be developed according to the latest release of The CAD BIM Technology Center A/E/C CAD Standard ERDC/ITL TR-12-X published by the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center at 3909 Halls Ferry Road Vicksburg, MS 39180-6199. This publication is available at https://cadbimcenter.erdc.dren.mil. The following are specific Air Force requirements and if there is a conflict between the A/E/C CAD standard and the Air Force requirements then the Air Force requirements shall take precedence. Clarification on the A/E/C CAD standard shall be addressed thru the Air Force Project Manager. GIS/GPS requirements are shown in paragraph 3.

2.0 As-Built:

A. Electronic submittals: All DWG's shall be developed and saved by software that is licensed by Autodesk. As-built shall be delivered in an editable Autodesk AutoCAD 2015 or earlier version to include all support files and an Adobe PDF. Assemble project electronic files into a Microsoft Windows folder structure as illustrated in Figure 1. Submit all electronic files on a CD-R. Label the CD-R with a CD/DVD label; include a minimum of project number, project title, As-built date.

1. AutoCAD deliverables:

a. File templates: The Government shall provide AutoCAD border sheet templates for development of project drawings. The border sheet template shall be inserted into the sheet layout as a block.

b. Drawing sheet assembly: Drawing Sheet assembly shall be arranged as prescribed in ERDC/ITL TR- 12-X, FIGURE 2-1, however, the border sheet shall be inserted as a block into the sheet file. Create only one layout per AutoCAD file, that is, each project sheet corresponds to a single unique dwg.

c. File naming conventions: The AEC Sheet File name is the unique name of each individual AutoCAD project Model and Sheet File as prescribed in ERDC/ITL TR-12-X figures 2-2 and 2-3 respectively.

Ensure the Sheet File name is shown in the title block as the “AEC Sheet File Name”. See Government supplied templates.

d. External References: External References shall be bounded.

e. Civil plans: All Civil Plan Views shall be geospatially referenced, with an accuracy of 0.5 meters or better, using the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) meters coordinate system, World Geodetic System 1984 (WGS84) datum. Model space geometry shall not be scaled from original 1:1 or subsequently moved after being geo-spatially located.

f. Miscellaneous:

1. Model space geometry shall be drawn 1:1.

2. Text shall be true type font Arial and Arial Bold.

3. 1/8” (3 mm) text height shall be used for dimensions, notes, callouts, table/schedule text and general text on full size drawings.

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4. Use a “key plan inset” where appropriate to discriminate work locations relative to the entire construction.

5. All files, where appropriate and practical, shall have a graphical scale, a numerical scale, a plan and magnetic north arrow and a dimensional reference grid system.

6. Reference ERDC/ITL TR-12-X, para 3.1.5: for interior and exterior utility plans, “screen” floor plan and geography to contrast utility layout so as to readily distinguished differences.

7. Each sheet shall have a revision block annotation “RECORD DRAWING AS-BUILT”.

2. PDF deliverables:

a. A “published” PDF from the native DWG that is combined, mono-chromed and booked mark per the

Schedule of Drawings shall be delivered.

3. GIS/GPS deliverables:

Vector data, raster data, or any other geospatial technology deliverables will adhere to the following Air Force GeoBase standards:

Coordinate System: Grid Horizontal Datum: WGS84 (G1762) UTM 06 North Vertical Datum: NAVD88 Geoid Model: GEOID06 Alaska (G2006A02) Units: Meter

a. GIS: The contractor shall contact the 673d CES GeoBase Program Manager (PM) for a list of approved GIS file types and the most current version of the Air Force Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (AF SDSFIE) compliant database shell prior to data collection. All database layers shall be populated and attributed without making any modifications to the provided schema. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure that delivered layers are fully compliant with current AF SDSFIE data standards. Contact the 673d CES GeoBase PM for the latest AF SDSFIE compliant Data Dictionary, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Detachment 2 (AFIMSC Det 2) Data Model, and any additional data requirements prior to beginning work. Any additional data that does not fit into the AF SDSFIE database shall be submitted in a separate geodatabase, shapefile, or table approved by the GeoBase PM.

b. GPS/Survey Data: The contractor shall provide coordinate data for all pertinent features within the project, meeting appropriate survey/mapping accuracy standards. Contact the GeoBase PM to obtain current GPS/Survey standard requirements and available survey control points prior to beginning work.

GPS data dictionary/feature code library files meeting 673d CES GeoBase standards shall be used by the contractor for data collection and are available from the 673d CES GeoBase PM. All surveyed data shall consist, at a minimum, of X-coordinate, Y-coordinate, and Description. All utilities, above and below ground, shall consist of an X-coordinate, Y-coordinate, Z-coordinate, and Description. Z-coordinates values shall be identified as top of utility, invent, rim, ground, etc. Surveyed data shall be submitted in text or ASCII, comma delimited file format (P,N,E,Z, Desc). All surveyed data shall include, but not be limited to:

1. All new infrastructure (buildings, roads, parking lots, sidewalks, airfields, bridges, railroads, etc.)

2. Electrical features (UG cables, OH cables, transformers, generators, manholes, meters, switches, substations, exterior lighting, airfield lighting, etc.)

3. Fuels features (air eliminators, control valves, filter strainers, hydrants, pipelines, meters, pumps, pump stations, tank farms, etc.)

4. Natural gas features (control valves, pipelines, fittings, meters, pressure monitors, pump stations, regulators, etc.)

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5. Storm sewer features (control valves, culverts, discharge points, inlets, pipelines, manholes, open drainage lines, pumps, pump stations, storage reservoirs, etc.

6. Wastewater features (cleanouts, control valves, fittings, pipelines, manholes, meters, oil water separators, pumps, pump stations, septic tanks, treatment plants, etc.

7. Water features (control valves, fire hydrants, fittings, pipelines, meters, pumps, pump stations, sources, water tanks, water treatment points, etc.

B. Print submittals:

a. Provide plotted DWG sheet files on ANSI D @ 1:1 on a minimum of .004ml double matte reproducible polyester film.

Figure 1

PROJECT NAME AND NUMBER

PDF

DWG

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SECTION 15010

GENERAL MECHANICAL PROVISIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision of labor, and performance of all operations required to completely install satisfactorily operating mechanical and plumbing systems as defined herein and on Drawings.

B. Major items of work include, but are not limited to, the installation of the following systems:

1. Plumbing.

2. Heat generation.

3. Liquid heat transfer.

4. Controls and instrumentation systems.

C. For additional details, refer to drawings

D. The drawings and specifications are complementary to each other.

What is shown on one is as binding as if called for in both.

The plans do not necessarily show complete details of all the features that may affect the mechanical installations;

however, it is the intent of the contract documents to provide a complete and satisfactorily working installation.

E. Submit in writing to the Contracting Officer for review details of any necessary or proposed departures from these Contract

Documents and reasons therefore, as soon as practicable within 30 days after the award of the contract. Make no such departure without prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.

F. Coordination of the Work: Coordinate work under this Division with work of other trades to avoid conflicts, errors and delays.

G. Verify the approximate location of equipment and other mechanical system components shown on the Drawings and report any conflicts with openings, structural members and components of other systems and equipment having fixed locations. Report any conflicts that would prevent easy accessibility to perform normal and routing maintenance of equipment and components.

H. If, during the course of accomplishing the work defined herein and on the Contract Drawings, the Contractor discovers major damage, defect or deterioration to existing equipment or systems indicated as existing to remain, and where such damage, defect or deterioration will or might effect the safe and proper operation of such equipment and systems, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing.

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1.2 REFERENCES

A. Codes and Standards: All work and materials shall comply with the latest issues of the following:

1. International Building Code (IBC).

2. Air Moving and Conditioning Association (AMCA).

3. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air

Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

4. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

5. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

6. Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).

7. American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM).

8. American Water Works Association (AWWA).

9. American Welding Society (AWS).

10. Hydraulic Institute (HI).

11. National Bureau of Standards (NBS).

12. National Electrical Code (NEC).

13. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA).

14. Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL).

15. American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

16. Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National

Association (SMACNA).

17. International Mechanical Code (IMC).

18. Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI).

19. International Fire Code (IFC).

20. All base materials shall comply with standards of ASTM and

ANSI.

21. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

22. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

23. National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB).

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work and materials shall be in accordance with applicable codes, standards and ordinances, rules and regulations of the

Fire Marshal and of the utility companies. Nothing in the

Drawings and Specifications shall be construed as requiring or permitting work in violation of such codes.

B. Rulings and interpretations of the agencies having jurisdiction shall be considered as part of the codes and regulations if commonly known to the trade prior to bidding.

C. Whenever the Drawings and Specifications require higher standards than the codes and regulations, the Drawings and Specifications shall govern.

D. Only craftsmen skilled in their trade shall be employed.

E. Fire rated systems: maintain the integrity of fireproofing materials, systems, rated partitions, and floors at all mechanical penetrations.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit shop drawings material data sheets, manufacturer’s literature and all other items as specified in Division 1 and the individual sections of Division 15000.

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B. Mechanical Shop Drawings and Product Data:

1. Submit large scale dimensioned shop drawings certified by manufacturer of major equipment and other equipment as may be directed by the Contracting Officer.

2. Submit shop drawings for work in congested areas, boiler rooms, indicating solutions to space problems and coordination with work in other Divisions. These drawings, as a requirement of the Division, must indicate work of all Divisions involved in congested areas, including, equipment, ductwork, piping, control panels, electrical work, ceiling work, etc. boiler room.

3. Submit shop drawings for work deviating from that indicated on Drawings.

4. Furnish physical and performance data, including materials, manufacturers' names, model numbers, sizes, capacities, finishes, colors, accessories and other data required to completely describe equipment and to indicate compliance with Drawings and Specifications.

5. Submit shop drawings of all equipment bases and supports, and all pipe and duct hangers and supports.

1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Submit all required certifications and testing reports as specified in Division 1 and the individual sections of Division

15000.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Site Visit: It is advised that the Contractor visit the site and verify the exact conditions relating to his work and obtain such information as may be necessary to provide an intelligent and conclusive bid. No allowance will be made on behalf of the

Contractor for any extra expense due to failure on his part to make such a visit.

B. Protection: Protect surrounding areas and surfaces to preclude damage due to the installation of any material or equipment.

Unfinished work shall be temporarily protected from unsafe conditions and damage.

C. Sequencing and Scheduling: Coordinate the scheduling of equipment and material installations with all other affected trades to avoid conflicts. If, during the course of construction, conditions are discovered which adversely affect the mechanical work, immediately notify the Contracting Officer before proceeding. Advise other trades of openings required in their work for the subsequent installation of mechanical work or equipment.

1.7 INSPECTION

A. All work and materials shall be subject at all times to inspection by the Contracting Officer and by the agencies having jurisdiction.

B. Any work or materials found to be damaged or defective or not conforming to the requirements of the Drawings or Specifications, or to the approved finish aesthetic appearance of the job, shall be removed and replaced as directed by the Contracting Officer.

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1.8 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

A. All electrical work, equipment, wiring, devices and components shall comply with the requirements of local and national electrical codes and with Division 16.

B. All electrical equipment, devices and components, which are tested by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., shall be UL listed and shall bear a UL label.

C. Unless otherwise indicated on the electrical drawings, all mechanical equipment motors and controls shall be furnished, set in place, and wired in accordance with the following schedule:

(Carefully coordinate all work with Division 16.) Refer to

Division 16 for motor characteristics and motor controls.

FURNISHED

UNDER

DIVISION

SET IN

PLACE BY

DIVISION

LINE

VOLTAGE

POWER

UNDER

DIVISION

MECH

CONTROL

Equipment Motors 15 15 16 15

Magnetic Motor

Starters:

a. Automatically controlled 16 16 16 15

b. Manually controlled 16 16 16 15

c. In packaged equipment 15 15 16 15

d. Disconnect switches, manual motor starters, thermal overload switches, VFDs

e. Control relays, transformers, time clocks, thermostats, motor valves, float controls, damper motors, EP and PE switches and other miscellaneous

Division 15

Controls

16 16 16 --

15 15 16 15

D. Where Drawings clearly and explicitly differ from preceding paragraphs, Drawings have precedence.

E. Factory wired assemblies and panels shall be pre-wired to numbered terminal strips for connection to field wiring.

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1.9 USE OF HEATING SYSTEMS DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. The Contractor is free to use or operate the heating system, provided the Contracting Officer approves the operation in writing. Operation of the air delivery system during construction shall only be done with specified filters properly installed.

B. When construction is complete, the Contractor shall install new filters at no additional expense to the Government. The

Contractor shall use best energy conservation practices. Failure to do so could result in an assessment of energy costs on the contractor by the Contracting Officer.

1.10 GUARANTEE

A. Neither the final certificate of payment, nor any provision in the Contract Documents, nor partial or entire occupancy of the premises by the Government shall constitute an acceptance of work not done in accordance with the Contract Documents or relieve the

Contractor of liability in respect to any express warranties or responsibilities for faulty materials or workmanship.

B. The Contractor shall remedy any defects in the work and pay for any damage to other work resulting there from which shall appear within a period one year form the date of final acceptance of work, unless a longer period is specified. The Contracting

Officer will give notice of observed defects with reasonable promptness.

1.11 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE DATA

A. The Contractor shall prepare operating and maintenance instructions containing information to operate, prolong service life or replace parts of the work. Operating and maintenance data shall specifically include:

1. List of all contractors and subcontractors names, addresses and telephone numbers.

2. List of all equipment and material manufacturers' local representatives and suppliers and their addresses and telephone numbers.

3. Pipe and duct identification schedules.

4. Nameplate directory with a list of all equipment indicating designation, location of equipment, manufacturers' name, model number, serial number, electrical characteristics, primary control switch location and normal position of switch.

5. Valve directory indicating valve number, size, location, function, service, type and normal position.

6. Boiler start-up testing report.

7. Air and hydronic test and balance report.

B. Equipment Literature: For all equipment, fixtures, devices, valves and specialties, provide the following:

1. Manufacturer's data sheets and cut sheets.

2. Model and serial numbers.

3. Capacity curves, charts and calculations.

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4. Electrical characteristics.

5. Replacement parts list.

6. As-built equipment piping diagrams.

7. As-built equipment wiring diagrams.

8. Manufacturer's instructions for operation and maintenance.

9. Completely mark out on all literature sheets all non-applicable items.

10. Where piping and wiring diagrams are not available from the manufacturer, the Contractor shall produce them.

11. Literature shall be grouped together by system, i.e., plumbing, heat generation, etc. For each system section, the Contractor shall produce and include a basic system written narrative description. Each narrative shall be comprised of the following:

a. Brief system description, including sequence of operation.

b. Basic system function discussion, including any interaction with other systems or components.

c. Primary system preventive maintenance procedures.

d. How to isolate all major components.

e. How to drain, fill and vent liquid system.

f. How to drain, clean and refill all tanks, pumps and tube bundles.

g. How to clean coils and change air filters for air systems.

h. Emergency shutdown procedures.

C. System Schematic Drawings:

1. System Schematic Drawings: The Contractor shall produce and include in the maintenance manuals, simplified schematic drawings of the mechanical systems, specifically including, but not necessarily restricted to, the following systems:

a. Hydronic heating and cooling systems.

b. Ventilation and exhaust systems.

c. Domestic water systems.

d. HVAC DCC systems.

2. Schematic drawings shall: Show in simplified form, major equipment and equipment components, control dampers, control valves and valves or devices used during normal system operation, maintenance work or emergency functions.

a. Show the primary flow paths for air and hydronic systems.

b. Reference all shown equipment, devices, ducts, zones, controls devises, piping and valves by the designations and identification tags listed in the valve directory nameplate directory, duct schedule and pipe coding schedules.

D. Master Maintenance Schedule: List each item of equipment requiring inspection and maintenance, showing component maintenance required and the intervals when such inspection and maintenance shall be performed (daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annually, etc.). For each item, reference the page within the maintenance manual where detailed manufacturer's maintenance instructions can be found.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and equipment shall be those of major and reputable manufacturers with ability to render competent and thorough service through local organizations and expeditiously to provide spare parts.

B. In addition to material and equipment specified, also provide incidental materials required to effect complete installation.

Such incidental materials include solders, tapes, caulking, mastics, gaskets, etc.

C. Mixes, Compounds, Dopes, Tapes and Fluxes: All mixes, compounds, dopes, tapes and fluxes shall be fresh, highest quality, free of contaminants, of the type and grade suitable for the intended use in each case. Where more than one type of mix, etc. is specified for the same service, select one type; however, state which type is proposed for use in the submittal material and in no case more than one type is to be used in a specific mechanical system.

Where two or more units of the same mix, etc., are required, provide products of a single manufacturer. Provide mixes, etc., bearing approval stamps wherever standards have been established.

Comply with governing regulations and industry standards for selections, and with manufacturers' recommendations where applicable.

D. Valves, piping specialties, and escutcheons and access panels to be of same manufacturer throughout installation even though they may be specified in different Divisions of these specifications.

E. All materials and equipment shall be free of asbestos. Mixes, fluxes, and solders shall be free of lead. Submit certification no asbestos or lead based materials have been used or installed.

2.2 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. All materials shall be new, unused and delivered to the job site packed in their original containers.

B. All materials shall be delivered free of damage or defects.

C. Provide adequate storage facilities at the job site to protect materials from damage or corrosion.

D. Protect material, equipment and apparatus provided under this

Division from damage, water, dust, etc., both in storage and installed until final completion has been filed. Materials, equipment or apparatus damaged because of improper storage or protection will be rejected and must be removed from site.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. The Contractor shall lay out all work in advance of construction and shall determine the correct location and placement of all material and equipment.

B. Schedule all work in coordination with that of other trades in order to avoid delays in construction and unnecessary cutting and patching.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. All work shall be installed neatly and in accordance with the best practices in the trade.

B. Workmanship must be of highest quality, done by persons especially skilled at assigned tasks, resulting in neat, clean and well-done installations consistent with best practices of trades.

C. Repair or replace materials and parts of premises which become damaged as a result of installation of work of this Division.

Remove replaced parts from the premises.

3.4 START-UP / DEMONSTRATION: As specified in Division 1

A. Provide the services of a factory trained technician for the start-up and testing of the following equipment:

1. HVAC DDC building controls.

2. Air Handling Units.

B. Prepare and submit complete start-up testing and demonstration plans 30 days prior to schedule test, start-up or demonstration date. All mechanical systems shall be demonstrated for proper operation. The demonstration plan shall clearly identify each system and piece of equipment and the proposed demonstration.

C. Following successful testing and start-up, submit certifications that the equipment and/or systems are operating properly.

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SECTION 21 13 13.00 10 REPAIR FIRE SUPPRESSION,

BLDG 8088

PROJECT NO. FXSB 21-1501 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM,

FIRE PROTECTION

SECTION 21 13 13.00 10

WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, FIRE PROTECTION

PART 1. GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SANITARY ENGINEERING (ASSE)

ASSE 1015 (2011) Performance Requirements for Double Check Backflow Prevention Assemblies and Double Check Fire Protection Backflow Prevention Assemblies – (ANSI Approved 2010)

AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)

AWWAC104/A21.4 (2016) Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings for Water

AWWA C110/A21.10 (2012) Ductile-Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings for Water

AWWA C111/A21.11 (2017) Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings

AWWA C151/A21.51 (2017) Ductile-Iron Pipe, Centrifugally Cast AWWA C203 (2008) Coal-Tar Protective Coatings and

Linings for Steel Water Pipelines – Enamel and Tape – Hot-Applied

AWWA C606 (2015) Grooved and Shouldered Joints

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME B16.1 (2015) Gray Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings Classes 25, 125 and 250

ASME B16.11 (2016) Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded

ASME B16.18 (2012) Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings

ASME B16.21 (2011) Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets for Pipe Flanges

ASME B16.22 (2013) Standard for Wrought Copper and

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Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings ASME B16.26 (2013) Standard for Cast Copper Alloy Fittings for Flared Copper Tubes ASME B16.3 (2011) Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 and 300 ASME B16.4 (2011) Standard for Gray Iron Threaded

Fittings; Classes 125 and 250 ASME B16.9 (2012) Standard for Factory-Made Wrought

Steel Buttwelding Fittings ASME B18.2.2 (2015) Nuts for General Applications: Machine

Screw Nuts, Hex, Square, Hex Flange, and Coupling Nuts (Inch Series)

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A135/A135M (2009; R 2014) Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Steel Pipe

ASTM A183 (2014) Standard Specification for Carbon ASTM A193/A193M (2016) Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High- Temperature Service and Other Special Purpose Applications

ASTM A449 (2014) Standard Specification for Hex Cap Screw, Bolts, and Studs, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105/90 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength, General Use

ASTM A47/A47M (1999; R 2014) Standard Specification for Ferritic Malleable Iron Castings

ASTM A53/A53M (2012) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

ASTM A536 (1984; R 2014) Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings

ASTM A563 (2015) Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts

ASTM A563M (2007; R 2013) Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts (Metric)

ASTM A795/A795M (2003) Standard Specification for Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded and Seamless Steel Pipe for Fire Protection Use

ASTM B62 (2017) Standard Specification for Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal Castings

ASTM B75/B75M (2011) Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube

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FIRE PROTECTION

ASTM B88 (2016) Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Water Tube

ASTM B88M (2016) Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Water Tube (Metric)

ASTM D2000 (2012; R 2017) Standard Classification System for Rubber Products in Automotive Applications

ASTM F436 (2011) Hardened Steel Washers ASTM F436M (2011) Hardened Steel Washers (Metric) ASTM F442/F442M (2013; E 2013) Standard Specification for

Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe (SDR-PR)

FM GLORBAL (FM)

FM APP GUIDE (updated online) Approval Guide http://www.approvalguide.com

MANUFACTURERS STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY OF THE VALVE AND

FITTINGS INDUSTRY (MSS)

MSS SP-71 (2011; Errata 2013) Gray Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 101 (2018; TIA 18-1) Life Safety Code

NFPA13 (2019; TIA 16-1; TIA 16-2; TIA 16-3 2016;

Errata 17-1; Errata 17-2) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA13D (2019) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes

NFPA13R (2019) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies Up to and Including Four Stories in Height

NFPA1963 (2019) Standard for Fire Hose Connections NFPA24 (2019; ERTA 2016) Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR CERTIFICATION IN ENGINEERING

TECHNOLOGIES (NICET)

NICET 1014-7 (2012) Program Detail Manual for Certification in the Field of Fire Protection Engineering http://www.approvalguide.com/

PROJECT NO. FXSB 21-1501 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM,

FIRE PROTECTION

Technology (Field Code 003) Subfield of Automatic Sprinkler System Layout

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 668 (2004; Reprinted Jul 2016) UL Standard for Safety Hose Valves for Fire-Protection Service

UL Bld Mat Dir (updated continuously online) Building Materials Directory

UL Fire Prot Dir (2012) Fire Protection Equipment Directory

UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)

UFC 3-600-01 (2021; Change 5) Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities

UFC 3-601-02 (2010) Operation and Maintenance: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems

UFC 1-200-01 (2019; Change 1 on 1 Oct 20) DOD Building Code

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Furnish piping offsets, fittings, and any other accessories as required to provide a complete repair/ installation and to eliminate interference with other construction.

Install sprinkler system over and under ducts, piping and platforms when such equipment can negatively affect or disrupt the sprinkler discharge pattern and coverage. Provide wet pipe sprinkler system in areas indicated on the drawings.

Except as modified herein, the system shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 13. Pipe sizes which are not indicated on drawings shall be determined by hydraulic calculation. Design any portions of the sprinkler system that are not indicated on the drawings including locating sprinklers, piping and equipment, and size piping and equipment when this information is not indicated on the drawings or is not specified herein. The design of the sprinkler system shall be based on hydraulic calculations, and the other provisions specified herein.

1.2.1 Sprinkler Coverage

Sprinklers shall be uniformly spaced on branch lines. In buildings protected by automatic sprinklers, sprinklers shall provide coverage throughout 100 percent of the building. This includes, but is not limited to, telephone rooms, electrical equipment rooms, boiler rooms, switchgear rooms, transformer rooms, and other electrical and mechanical spaces. Coverage per sprinkler shall be in accordance with NFPA 13, but shall not exceed 100 square feet for extra hazard occupancies, 130 square feet for ordinary hazard occupancies, and 225 square feet for light hazard occupancies.

PROJECT NO. FXSB 21-1501 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM,

FIRE PROTECTION

Exceptions are as follows:

a. Facilities that are designed in accordance with NFPA 13R and NFPA 13D.

b. Sprinklers may be omitted from small rooms which are exempted for specific occupancies in accordance with NFPA 101.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required submittals with a “G” designation; submittals not having a “G” designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the approval level designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Shop Drawings; G As-Built Drawings

SD-03 Product Data

Fire Protection Related Submittals Materials and Equipment; G Spare Parts Preliminary Tests; G Final Acceptance Test; G Onsite Training; G Fire Protection Specialist; G Sprinkler System Installer; G

SD-05 Design Data

Sway Bracing; G Hydraulic Calculations; G

SD-06 Test Reports

Preliminary Test Report Final Acceptance Test Report

SD-07 Certificates

Inspection by Fire Protection Specialists

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

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O&M Manuals; G

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Compliance with referenced NFPA standards is mandatory. In the event of a conflict between specific provisions of this specification and applicable NFPA standards, this specification governs. Interpret reference to "authority having jurisdiction" to mean the Contracting Officer.

1.4.1 Fire Protection Specialist

Perform work specified in this section under the supervision of and certified by the Fire Protection Specialist who is an individual registered professional engineer who has passed the fire protection engineering written examination administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveys (NCEES) or who is certified as a Level IV Technician by National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the Automatic Sprinkler System Layout subfield of Fire Protection Engineering Technology in accordance with NICET 1014-7. Submit the name and documentation of certification of the proposed Fire Protection Specialists, no later than 14 days after the Notice to Proceed and prior to the submittal of the sprinkler system drawings and hydraulic calculations. The Fire Protection Specialist shall prepare and submit a list of the fire protection related submittals, no later than 7 days after the approval of the Fire Protection Specialist, from the Contract Submittal Register that relate to the successful installation of the sprinkler systems(s). The submittals identified on this list shall be accompanied by a letter of approval signed and dated by the Fire Protection Specialist when submitted to the Government. The Fire Protection Specialist shall be regularly engaged in the design and installation of the type and complexity of system specified in the contract documents, and shall have served in a similar capacity for at least three systems that have performed in the manner intended for a period of not less than 6 months.

1.4.2 Sprinkler System Installer

Work specified in this section shall be performed by the Sprinkler System Installer who is regularly engaged in the installation of the type and complexity of system specified in the contract documents, and who has served in a similar capacity for at least three systems that have performed in the manner intended for a period of not less than 6 months. Submit the name and documentation of certification of the proposed Sprinkler System Installer, concurrent with submittal of the Fire Protection Specialist Qualifications.

1.4.3 Shop Drawings

Shop Drawings shall conform to the requirements established for working plans as

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prescribed in NFPA 13. Submit 3 copies of the Sprinkler System shop drawings, no later than 21days prior to the start of sprinkler system installation. Drawings shall include plan and elevation views demonstrating that the equipment will fit the allotted spaces with clearance for installation and maintenance. Each set of drawings shall include the following:

a. Descriptive index of drawings in the submittal with drawings listed in sequence by drawing number. A legend identifying device symbols, nomenclature, and conventions used.

b. Floor plans drawn to a scale not less than 1:100 1/8" = 1'-0" which clearly show locations of sprinklers, risers, pipe hangers, seismic separation assemblies, sway bracing, inspector's test connections, drains, and other applicable details necessary to clearly describe the proposed arrangement. Each type of fitting used and the locations of bushings, reducing couplings, and welded joints shall be indicated.

c. Actual center-to-center dimensions between sprinklers on branch lines and between branch lines; from end sprinklers to adjacent walls; from walls to branch lines; from sprinkler feed mains, cross-mains and branch lines to finished floor and roof or ceiling. A detail shall show the dimension from the sprinkler and sprinkler deflector to the ceiling in finished areas.

d. Longitudinal and transverse building sections showing typical branch line and cross-main pipe routing as well as elevation of each typical sprinkler above finished floor.

e. Details of each type of riser assembly; pipe hanger; sway bracing for earthquake protection, and restraint of underground water main at point-of-entry into the building, and electrical devices and interconnecting wiring. Submit load calculations for sizing of sway bracing, for systems that are required to be protected against damage from earthquakes.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

All equipment delivered and placed in storage shall be housed in a manner to preclude any damage from the weather, humidity and temperature variations, dirt and dust, or other contaminants. Additionally, all pipes shall either be capped or plugged until installed.

1.6 EXTRA MATERIALS

Submit spare parts data for each different item of material and equipment specified.

The data shall include a complete list of parts and supplies, with current unit prices and source of supply, and a list of parts recommended by the manufacturer to be replaced after 1 year and 3 years of service. Include a list of special tools and test equipment required for maintenance and testing of the products supplied.

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PART 2. PRODUCTS

2.1 STANDARD PRODUCTS

Provide domestic (US) materials and equipment which are standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products and that essentially duplicate items that have been in satisfactory use for at least 2 years prior to bid opening.

2.2 NAMEPLATES

All equipment shall have a nameplate that identifies the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, model or serial number, and catalog number.

2.3 REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE PROTECTION SERVICE

Provide Materials and Equipment that have been tested by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and are listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or approved by Factory Mutual and listed in FM APP GUIDE. Where the terms "listed" or "approved" appear in this specification, such shall mean listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or FM APP GUIDE. Submit manufacturer's catalog data included with the Sprinkler System Drawings for all items specified herein. The data shall be highlighted to show model, size, options, etc., that are intended for consideration. Data shall be adequate to demonstrate compliance with all contract requirements. In addition, provide a complete equipment list that includes equipment description, model number and quantity.

2.4 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION

Fire department connection shall be flush type with cast brass body, matching wall escutcheon lettered "Auto Spkr" with a polished brass finish. The connection shall have two inlets with individual self-closing clappers, caps with drip drains and chains.

Female inlets shall have 2-1/2 inch diameter American National Fire Hose Connection Screw Threads (NH) per NFPA 1963.

2.5 SPRINKLERS

Sprinklers with internal O-rings shall not be used. Sprinklers shall be used in accordance with their listed coverage limitations. Sprinkler temperature classification shall be in accordance with NFPA 13 including high heat areas, attic spaces, or in close proximity to unit heaters.

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2.6 ACCESSORIES SHEET PLASTIC

2.6.1 Sprinkler Cabinet

Spare sprinklers shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 13 and shall be packed in a suitable metal or plastic cabinet. Spare sprinklers shall be representative of, and in proportion to, the number of each type and temperature rating of the sprinklers installed. At least one wrench of each type required shall be provided. At least 3 heads will be supplied to the head box of each type used.

2.6.2 Pendent Sprinkler Escutcheon

Escutcheon shall be one-piece metallic type with a depth of less than 3/4 inch and suitable for installation on pendent sprinklers. The escutcheon shall have a factory finish that matches the pendent sprinkler heads.

2.6.3 Pipe Escutcheon

Escutcheon shall be polished chromium-plated zinc alloy, or polished chromium-plated copper alloy. Escutcheons shall be either one-piece or split-pattern, held in place by internal spring tension or set screw.

2.6.4 Sprinkler Guard

Guard shall be a steel wire cage designed to encase the sprinkler and protect it from mechanical damage. Guards shall be provided on sprinklers located as indicated.

2.6.5 Identification Sign

Valve identification sign shall be minimum 6 inches wide by 2 inches high with enamel baked finish on minimum 18 gauge steel or 0.024 inch aluminum with red letters on a white background or white letters on red background. Wording of sign shall include, but not be limited to "main drain," "auxiliary drain," "inspector's test," "alarm test," "alarm line," and similar wording as required to identify operational components.

PART 3. EXECUTION

3.1 FIELD MEASUREMENTS

After becoming familiar with all details of the work, verify all dimensions in the field, and advise the Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing the work.

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3.2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

The installation shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of NFPA 13, UFC 3-600-01, and publications referenced therein. Installation of in-rack sprinklers shall comply with applicable provisions of NFPA 13.

3.3 INSPECTION BY FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST

Prior to ceiling installation and concurrent with the Final Acceptance Test Report, certification by the Fire Protection Specialist that the sprinkler system is installed in accordance with the contract requirements, including signed approval of the Preliminary and Final Acceptance Test Reports. The Fire Protection Specialist shall:

1) inspect the sprinkler system periodically during the installation to assure that the sprinkler system is being provided and installed in accordance with the contract requirements, 2) witness the preliminary and final tests, and sign the test results, 3) after completion of the system inspections and a successful final test, certify in writing that the system has been installed in accordance with the contract requirements. Any discrepancy shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer in writing, no later than three working days after the discrepancy is discovered.

3.4 PRELIMINARY TESTS

The system, consisting of installed aboveground piping and system components, shall be tested to assure that equipment and components function as intended.

Submit proposed procedures for Preliminary Tests, no later than 14 days prior to the proposed start of the tests and proposed date and time to begin the preliminary tests.

The underground and aboveground interior piping systems and attached appurtenances subjected to system working pressure shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 13. Upon completion of specified tests, submit 3 copies of the completed Preliminary Test Report, no later than 7 days after the completion of the Tests. The Report shall include both the Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping. All items in the Preliminary Tests Report shall be signed by the Fire Protection Specialist.

3.4.1 Testing of Alarm Devices

Each alarm switch shall be tested by flowing water through the inspector's test connection. Each water-operated alarm devices shall be tested to verify proper operation.

3.4.2 Main Drain Flow Test

Following flushing of the underground piping, a main drain test shall be made to verify the adequacy of the water supply. Static and residual pressures shall be recorded on

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the certificate specified in paragraph SUBMITTALS. In addition, a main drain test shall be conducted each time after a main control valve is shut and opened.

3.5 FINAL ACCEPTANCE TEST

Begin the Final Acceptance Test only when the Preliminary Test Report has been approved. Submit proposed procedures for Final Acceptance Test, no later than 14 days prior to the proposed start of the tests, and proposed date and time to begin the Test, submitted with the procedures. Notification shall be provided at least 14 days prior to the proposed start of the test. Notification shall include a copy of the Contractor's Material & Test Certificates. The Fire Protection Specialist shall conduct the Final Acceptance Test and shall provide a complete demonstration of the operation of the system. This shall include operation of control valves and flowing of inspector's test connections to verify operation of associated waterflow alarm switches. After operation of control valves has been completed, the main drain test shall be repeated to assure that control valves are in the open position. Submit as-built shop drawings, at least 14 days after completion of the Final Tests, updated to reflect as-built conditions after all related work is completed. 3 copies of CAD Drawings shall be placed on DVR disk. In addition, the representative shall have available copies of as-built drawings and certificates of tests previously conducted.

The installation shall not be considered accepted until identified discrepancies have been corrected and test documentation is properly completed and received. Submit 3 copies of the completed Final Acceptance Test Report no later than 7 days after the completion of the Final Acceptance Tests. All items in the Final Acceptance Report shall be signed by the Fire Protection Specialist.as specified.

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