Attachment_J-3_Fire_Alarm_and_Detection_System_Technical_Specifications.pdf

Attachment J-3

Fire Alarm Detection System Technical Specifications

Jefferson Laboratories of the FDA Building 5A

Dated May 28, 2015

(30 Pages)

Fire Alarm Detection System Technical Specifications

Jefferson Laboratories of the FDA Building 5A

Fire Alarm & Mass Notification Upgrade Jefferson, Arkansas

FDA Task Order No.: HHSF22301030T A/E Comm. No. 2-3878-15

May 28, 2015

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Bldg. 5A Stuck Associates CERTIFICATIONS Fire Alarm System Design May 28, 2015 FDA-NCTR Comm. No. 2-3878-15 00005 - 1 Jefferson, Arkansas

SECTION 00005

CERTIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

I hereby certify that the electrical portions of work on the contract drawings, except as otherwise indicated by other registered professionals, have been prepared by me or under my direct supervision, and that I have coordinated with those portions sealed by other registered professionals.

Date

Scott Guerin, P.E., LEED AP BD+C

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

BROWN ENGINEERS, LLC

17200 Chenal Pkwy.

Suite 300, PMB 324 Little Rock, AR 72223-5965 sgeurin@brownengineers.net.

FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEER

I hereby certify that the fire protection portions of work included in Division 13 of these contract drawings and specifications, except as otherwise indicated, have been prepared by me or under my direct supervision.

Date

Scott Lacey, PE, CSP, SFPE

FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEER

LACEY FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING, LLC

P.O. Box 723 Greenbrier, AR 72058 Scott@LaceyFPE.com V (501) 679-1753 www.LaceyFPE.com PE in AZ & AR

END OF SECTION

05/28/2015

May 28, 2015

Stuck Associates Table of Contents Fire Alarm System Design May 28, 2015 FDA-NCTR Comm. No. 2-3878-15 Page 1 of 1 Jefferson, Arkansas

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

00005 Certifications 00010 Table of Contents (TOC)

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01100 Summary

DIVISION 02 – SITE CONSTRUCTION – Not Used

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE – Not Used

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY – Not Used

DIVISION 05 – METALS – Not Used

DIVISION 06 – WOOD AND PLASTICS – Not Used

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION – Not Used

DIVISION 08 – DOOR AND WINDOWS – Not Used

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES – Not Used

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES – Not Used

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT – Not Used

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS – Not Used

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

013851 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems 013853 Building Mass Notification System

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEMS – Not Used

DIVISION 15 – MECHANICAL – Not Used

DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL – Not Used (For Elec. Design: Refer to Drawing Sheets E1, E2, & E3)

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

Stuck Associates SUMMARY Fire Alarm System Design

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SECTION 01100

SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT

A. The Project consists of the construction required for FIRE ALARM & MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM, in Building 5A, National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR-FDA), 3900 NCTR Rd, Jefferson, Arkansas. Building 5A is a single story and approximately 30,000 SF, consisting of animal holding rooms, animal process area, change rooms and administration space.

B. Base Bid:

1. Provide a Siemens networked Fire Alarm & Mass Notification System to network with the existing panels. Provide graphics and programming for existing PC based computer system.

2. Base Bid – The Base Bid portion of the fire alarm system shall consist of the new nine (9)

Animal Holding Rooms, Process Area, the Existing Animal Holding Rooms, Phototox Center and Corridors; including any minor demo, patch, and paint touch-up work for this installation.

This also includes the electrical work to provide power for the fire alarm system.

3. This should include the installation of the new panel and shall be an addressable system that reports to Building 54.

C. Options:

1. Option 1: Portion of the fire alarm system shall consist of the Change Rooms, Administration Space, and the Clean Dock Vestibule.

2. Option 2: Portion of the fire alarm system shall consist of the new Procedure Rooms along the south existing wall of Building 5A.

1.02 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. NCTR-FDA intends to continue to occupy the existing building and adjacent portions of existing building during the entire construction period.

B. NCTR-FDA intends to occupy the Project upon Substantial Completion.

C. Cooperate with NCTR-FDA to minimize conflict and to facilitate NCTR-FDA operations.

D. Schedule the Work to accommodate NCTR-FDA occupancy.

1.03 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Construction Operations: Limited to areas noted on Drawings and/or as directed by the COR.

B. Utility Outages and Shutdown:

1. Coordinate with NCTR-FDA.

2. Limit disruption of utility services to hours the building is unoccupied.

3. Do not disrupt or shut down life safety systems, including but not limited to fire sprinklers and fire alarm system, without 2 days notice to NCTR-FDA and authorities having jurisdiction.

4. Prevent accidental disruption of services to other facilities.

1.04 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Coordinate construction schedule and operations with Contracting Officer or COR.

1.05 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Requirements of the Work are contained in the Contract Documents, and include cross-references to published information which is not necessarily bound within the documents.

Each item in the Contract Documents complements each of the other Contract Documents. No

Stuck Associates SUMMARY Fire Alarm System Design

Comm. No. 2-3878-15 01100 - 2 Jefferson, Arkansas sheet, section, or document is to be followed without referring to all sheets, sections, and parts of the Contract documents, including written modifications.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

END OF SECTION

Stuck Associates FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS Fire Alarm System Design

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SECTION 13851

FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS

1.0 PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED

1.1.1 The complete fire alarm, and when indicated mass notification system, for detecting, monitoring, reporting, and other purposes, as herein described and indicated.

1.1.2 This section shall be incorporated with the criteria outlined in Specification Section 13853, Building Mass Notification System when plans indicate the respective building is to include a mass notification system or voice system.

1.1.3 The equipment shall be properly installed, completely interconnected, and placed in working order as herein described and as shown on the issued Drawings. The system shall provide an electrically supervised fire detection system as specifically listed below.

1.1.4 Operation of any automatic fire detection device or manual station shall result in the sequence indicated for the respective device.

1.1.5 Codes, Laws, and Regulations: Install all electrical work to comply with the requirements of the National Electrical Code, which shall serve as the minimum requirement. Where electrical work is indicated and/or specified in excess of these requirements, install the work accordingly.

1.1.6 Remove all existing fire alarm components from the respective areas/buildings as the new system is brought on-line in the respective area. This includes wiring, devices, un-used conduit, coded transmitters, and panels. Every attempt shall be made to maintain operation of existing components in as large of area as possible while the new system is being installed.

1.1.7 Documents issued under this scope include circuiting, wire size, locations, and devices as indicated. Wire size and circuiting indicated has been evaluated through calculations to provide a safety margin to address minor field variations. Contractor shall become femilure with the concepts used and safety margins provided for. Contractor may route circuits in a different configuration than shown to accommodate field conditions and existing conduit routing. However, contractor is responsible for evaluating impact of such changes and ensuring system is within the tolerances as required by specs and plans. Circuit routing shown may not represent actual conduit routing based on limited access to verify exact conditions. Thus, contractor shall field evaluate.

1.1.8 System shall comply with all applicable codes and standards including the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, NFPA 72, NFPA 70, NFPA 90A.

1.2 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

1.2.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards (Use latest editions unless indicated otherwise)

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1.2.2 No. 70 National Electrical Code

1.2.3 No. 72 National Fire Alarm Code, 20013 Edition

1.2.4 No. 90A Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems

1.2.5 No. 90B Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems.

1.2.6 Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Publication: (Use latest editions) Fire Protection Equipment List, Standard 864.

1.2.7 Specification Section 13853 – Building Mass Notification System

1.3 MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

1.3.1 In addition to all requirements specified herein, each material and equipment item shall have all features as standard with its manufacturer and/or as required for the complete operational electrical system. Where two or more pieces of equipment must perform the same functions, they shall be duplicates produced by one manufacturer. The name of the manufacturer and the serial numbers shall appear on all major components. Locks for all cabinets shall be keyed alike.

1.3.2 Fire alarm Equipment added to the existing network infrastructure shall be of the manufacturers as indicated, shall be capable of graphically networking with existing systems, shall support graphics interface, and shall satisfy other specific criteria of this project and specification.

1.3.3 Capacities, ratings, sizes, and other requirements not specified hereinafter shall be as scheduled, required by manufacturer, or otherwise indicated on the Drawings. All materials and equipment shall be new unless noted on plans or elsewhere in specs. New is hereby defined as manufactured within 12 months prior to installation.

1.3.4 Existing conduit shall be reused where feasible. This includes mechanical rooms, areas above hard lid ceilings such as over animal housing areas and laboratories, and existing pull stations.

1.3.5 Conduit is not required for all circuits. Plenum rated FPLP cable may be ran above ceilings and in walls where it can be demonstrated that existing conduit routes will not support new circuiting or paths. Where circuits must be ran below a ceiling such as in a mechanical space, cabling shall be run in conduit. Cable not in conduit shall be secured with “J” hooks or equal per NEC wherever possible recognizing that due to limited access in some existing areas there may be a few exceptions.

1.3.6 All materials and equipment shall conform to the requirements of the UL criteria for fire alarm systems of the type indicated. The Contractor’s submittals shall supply proof that the items furnished under this specification conform to these requirements. The label, seal, or listing documentation will be accepted as sufficient evidence that the items conform to the requirements.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Design Technician

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Installation drawings, shop drawings and as-built drawings shall be prepared by, or under the supervision of, a qualified NICET Level-III technician or a Fire Protection Engineer working for the contractor. Qualified technician shall be experienced in installing similar equipment for a minimum of 5 years. An engineer shall be registered, have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited university engineering program, and have a minimum of 2 years work experience in engineering related fire alarm systems or individual building mass notification systems. Contractor shall submit data showing the names and certification of the technician or engineer when drawings are submitted.

1.4.2 Competent On-Site Person

At any time work is being performed under this scope, installation shall have onsite oversight of an individual having minimum qualifications as a NICET Level II in Fire Alarms, Level FA2 by CSA (Compliance Services and Assessments, or other qualifications formally reviewed and approved by Contracting Officer. Such qualifications require successfully passing a written or computer based and proctored test geared around fire alarm requirements. Tests administered as part of a training seminar shall not be accepted.

1.4.3 Installers

Installers involved in pulling wire, mounting devices, programming equipment, or landing circuits shall have a minimum of two years’ experience installing fire alarm systems.

Individuals involved in programming panels or making final connections to panels shall have received formal factory training and be certified by the manufacturer in the particular FACP being installed.

1.4.4 Installation Supervisors

Submit names of personnel who will supervise installation and testing of the system, and who will provide instruction to government personnel, along with the manufacturer’s certification of the qualifications of the named supervisors.

1.4.5 Site Requirements

Contractors working on the site shall receive training by site safety personnel or other designated site staff. Training shall include security procedures, overview of restricted areas, dress and decontamination requirements for specific areas, hygiene precautions, overview of site emergency alarms, how to respond to emergency alarms, sheltering locations, and accountability.

Background security checks may be required for contract employees. If such checks are required, contractors shall complete necessary forms, finger-printing, and other procedures necessary to process background checks. Vehicles and belongings are subject to inspection at any time.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Initial Submittal

1.5.1.1 Unless specifically indicated otherwise in contract documents, four copies of submittals shall be delivered to the Fire Protection Engineer of record (FPE) directly by the contractor

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1.5.1.2 Following review and acceptance by the project FPE the contractor shall submit four sets to the Contracting Officer or designee for review and acceptance prior to starting construction.

1.5.1.3 Contractor shall field evaluate existing conditions and compare to the routing and circuiting shown on project documents. If the contractor identifies alternative routing for circuits, submit wiring diagrams, schematics, and calculations to support proposed installation.

Circuit loading shall be conservative and allow for field variations. The Contractor shall design the complete fire protection system based on actual equipment intended to be used.

1.5.1.4 Drawings shall be 1/8 inch or 1/4 inch scale and shall indicate by device ID the device location. Every devices shall have an ID number and shall be accurately shown on drawings. Field modifications shall be documented and updated in as-built drawings.

1.5.1.5 Submit product brochures/data completely describing all items of equipment.

1.5.1.6 Submit power supply and battery calculations with initial submittal. Calculations shall show the sufficiency of proposed power supply and battery.

1.5.1.7 Submit voltage and speaker calculations to support any changes to circuiting shown.

Point-to-Point calculations for strobes shall include minimum one volt safety factor (17volt minimum using 20.4 starting). Speaker circuits shall maintain no more than 10 percent drop.

1.5.1.8 Submit manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1.5.2 Training Submittal:

1.5.2.1 Submit training session lesson plan and all instruction materials for review at least four weeks prior to scheduled date of training.

1.5.2.2 Contractor shall request in writing with the Contracting Officer that training be scheduled at least two weeks before final inspection.

1.5.2.3 Final inspections shall not be accomplished until training is performed.

1.5.3 Final Inspection Submittal:

1.5.3.1 At least two weeks prior to the Final inspection the following shall be provided to the Contracting Officer.

1.5.3.2 Accurate updated “contractor revised” as-built wiring diagrams and schematics.

1.5.3.3 Preliminary copy of Operation and Maintenance Manuals. Contents shall be as outlined by this section.

1.5.4 Completion Submittal:

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1.5.4.1 Upon completion and acceptance of the fire alarm system, the following shall be submitted.

1.5.4.2 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS: The Contractor shall furnish four (4) copies of Operation and Maintenance Manuals. Manuals shall be in booklet form with binder, Table of Contents, tab dividers and shall be arranged in sections as required.

Manuals shall contain, as a minimum:

1.5.4.2.1 Complete instructions for the operations of the system including all programming operations.

1.5.4.2.2 Complete instructions for inspection, testing, trouble shooting and maintenance of the system. Include a guide listing troubles, possible causes and corrective actions.

1.5.4.2.3 Complete wiring schematics and diagrams.

1.5.4.2.4 As-built wiring diagrams.

1.5.4.2.5 Power Supply, Voltage, & Battery calculations.

1.5.4.2.6 Passwords, panel software on discs, software version number, programming cables, and manuals for maintaining, updating, or modifying system programming.

1.5.4.3 Contractor shall submit a laminated copy of the as-built wiring diagrams and schematic showing location of all devices in the system and the zone wiring paths. It shall be posted at the FACP upon project completion.

1.5.4.4 The Contractor shall update government furnished AutoCAD drawing files with as-built information and digitally stamp these drawings as “as-built”. A copy of the drawing files, calculations, and cut sheets associated with this scope shall be turned over by the contractor to the design engineer.

1.5.4.5 Submit ‘Certificate of Completion’ required by NFPA 72.

1.5.5 Electronic CAD Files for Contractor Use:

1.5.5.1 Electronic AutoCAD files in 2015 file format of project as issued are available and can be obtained from the project engineer.

1.6 FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE

1.6.1 The Contractor shall provide a factory trained technical representative of each control unit manufacturer. This representative shall be employed by the product manufacturer and shall not be employed by the installing contractor. This representative shall perform the following:

1.6.1.1 Directly supervise the final connection of each system.

1.6.1.2 Thoroughly inspect the complete system including all components and certify in writing that the following requirements are satisfied:

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1.6.1.2.1 Complete and functional system.

1.6.1.2.2 Compliant with UL and NFPA requirements.

1.6.1.2.3 Installation in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

1.6.1.2.4 Adherence to regulations covering supervision of components on completion of contract or acceptance of building.

1.7 TRAINING:

1.7.2 Conduct two separate classes on separate days at least one-week apart. Each days training shall consist of at least two, one-hour sessions. Duration shall be long enough to effectively cover material indicated. The training shall be specific to the system installed including detailed discussion on the panel, panel programming and operation, panel wiring schematics and system wiring diagrams. Each student shall receive copies of all training materials including as-built wiring and schematic diagrams.

1.7.3 Training shall be on-site unless otherwise approved by Contracting Officer.

1.7.4 SESSION 1 of each class shall cover: (this class is for users / occupants)

1.7.4.1 Theory of operation.

1.7.4.2 Overview of how the system operates, what occupants need to do upon activation, how to operate paging features, etc.

1.7.5 SESSION 2 of each class shall cover: (this class is for maintenance staff)

1.7.5.1 Detailed explanations of all circuit cards and their functions.

1.7.5.2 Troubleshooting and repair procedures for all equipment including demonstrations.

1.7.5.3 Teaching materials.

1.7.5.4 Computer software, programming and editing of system setup.

1.7.5.5 Hands-on training.

1.8 ACCURACY OF DATA AND DRAWINGS; INTERFERENCES, EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION:

1.8.1 The fire alarm drawings issued with this project are generally diagrammatic, and except where specifically dimensioned or detailed, indicate the approximate locations and general arrangement of the work. Examine carefully all contract drawings for installation of devices and coordination with all other work, avoid all interference therewith, and to meet the manufacturer’s limitations. The contractor shall closely evaluate the diagrammatic documents issued to ensure all necessary components will be provided and included in final shop drawing submittal and installations. The fire alarm system shall comply with NFPA standards and design per this section and approved by the Contracting Officer or designated representative before construction commences.

1.8.2 Many areas of this site have hard-lid ceilings which require access through access panels.

Devices have not been specifically located with respect to location of these access panels.

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Contractor shall evaluate each area and identify best means for accessing each device.

Contractor shall maintain a consistent pattern of device location such as down center of corridors, along right side, etc. to provide consistent approach in respective area. Evaluate for obstructions such as soffits housing fan coil units, etc.

1.9 CONTACTOR REVISED DRAWINGS

The Contractor shall furnish completed and corrected “as-built” drawings. Drawings shall show by number, the detectors in the exact sequence in which they are installed on the circuit. Drawings shall also show the exact wiring diagram and termination of all wiring and jumpers installed in panel, and the location of all detectors, conduit runs, zone panels, and transmitter. Drawings shall have the Contracting Officer’s signature on all “as-built” drawings. Contractor shall also furnish one framed and plastic laminated copy of a “Building Floor Plan” showing all devices installed and zone layout. Contractor shall install the framed drawing on the wall adjacent to the fire alarm panel before the final inspection. Actual size of framed prints shall be approved by the Contracting Officer to be legible.

1.10 TOOLS AND SPARE PARTS

Special tools necessary for the maintenance of the equipment shall be furnished. One spare set of fuses of each type and size required, and 2 percent of the total number of each type of detector, audible appliance, and visual appliance, but no less than two (2) thereof, shall be furnished. Furnish one spare plug-in zone card and one initiating circuit module. Any spare parts normally furnished by the manufacturer as part of the equipment package shall be turned over to owner. Additional Extra equipment may also be identified on drawings.

1.11 SOFTWARE AND PROGRAMMING CODES

Provide all software necessary for operation of the system on CD or other format external to the main equipment. All programming codes software or hardware keys, or passwords required to access, update, modify and maintain the control unit shall be provided to the Contracting Officer or designee. If the manufacturer requires an individual to be trained before this information can be provided the Contractor shall provide the required training at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.12 CIRCUIT CLASSIFICATION

1.12.1 Signaling Line Circuits (SLC) shall be Class B. Initiating Device Circuits (IDC) shall be Class B. Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC) shall be Class B.

1.12.1.1 Isolation modules shall be provided on SLC’s to protect devices within each building area from device faults in a separate building area.

1.12.2 T-Taps of SLC’s shall be limited and only per manufacturer criteria. Plans may indicate specific criteria for routing of SLC.

1.12.3 IDC’s shall have addressable modules installed within 3-feet of device being controlled per

NFPA 72.

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1.12.4 NAC’s shall not be daisy chained. Meaning a NAC panel shall not be triggered from a NAC circuit of another panel. NAC panels may be tied together using input and return contacts per mfg.

2.0 PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FACP MANUFACTURER

2.1.1 Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP’s) for the NCTR campus are limited to one brand to ensure compatibility with campus-wide graphics network interface.

2.1.2 FACP shall be a Siemens Fire Finder XLS. Each panel shall incorporate necessary components and graphics to network into the campus-wide graphics systems located in Building 54. System information shall also be displayed on annunciator panels located in Building 21. Contractor shall become femilure with the existing system and programming.

2.1.3 All fire detection devices shall be listed and be of the same manufacturer as the FACP.

2.1.4 Installing company under this contract shall be an authorized representative of the control panel and shall employ at least two technicians factory certified on installation and programming of the respective panel including graphics interface.

2.2 ALARM SIGNALING DEVICE

2.2.1 Where a mass notification system is not indicated for a respective building, provide visual and audible horn devices per NFPA 72. Notification devices shall be of a brand such as Wheelock that is cross listed with both Siemens Fire Finder and EST System 3 panels.

NAC power panels shall be of the same manufacturer as the notification devices and shall incorporate internal synchronization. Notification appliances not incorporating mass notification shall be marked with the word “FIRE” on the appliance from the manufacturer.

2.2.2 Where mass notification system is required for a building, provide both visual and audible alarm indicators. The visual indicator shall be 24-volt DC high intensity xenon-flasher with “ALERT” incorporated on the appliance from the manufacturer. The audible indicator shall be a voice message preceded by a tone and delivered as part of the mass notification speaker system. Fire emergencies shall be preceded by a temporal tone. Other emergencies shall be preceded by solid tones unless approved otherwise. Devices shall be equal to Cooper Wheelock E60 or E90 Series, listed with the NAC panel, same manufacturer as the NAC panel, and shall be consistent throughout each building. NAC panels shall internally incorporate synchronization.

2.2.2.1 Flush mounted speakers require deep back-boxes.

2.2.2.2 Contractor shall carefully evaluate the depth of ceiling speakers and speaker/strobes with available remodel boxes. A single 5” square box equal to Randle Industries R-55015 should be used to accommodate speakers and conductors with sufficient space to reduce the chance of ground faults or circuit damage. Contractor shall verify what if any mud rings are required.

2.2.2.3 Existing hard lid ceilings accommodating new flush mounted speakers shall incorporate boxes for remodel applications and shall limit the need for any repair or touchup to the ceiling finish. (Note: Randle Industries is working with Cooper Wheelock to develop a

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2.2.2.4 Tones used in buildings with animal housing areas shall be custom recorded at a frequency of 400 Hz - 450 Hz to limit frequency induced stress on the animals. Tones must be carefully recorded with messages as the tone will result in a significantly reduced volume (dBA) than the voice message. Thus, tones and messages must be recorded at different levels prior to being input into voice system.

2.2.3 Speaker Horn: Where indicated on drawings, speaker horns (loudspeaker) shall be equal to Cooper Wheelock STH-15S (Gray) and shall be capable of 25 / 70 volt inputs. Devices shall have adjustable field taps at 70 volts of 0.9W, 1.8W, 3.8W, 7.5W, and 15.0W.

Speaker horns shall be UL listed for fire alarm service with a frequency response of at least 400 – 4,000 Hz with a dispersion angle of 70 degrees. Devices shall be listed and intended for wet locations.

2.2.4 Any equipment utilized in animal areas or other areas subject to wash-down shall be listed for wet locations and shall be sealed to prevent entry of water. In some cases, very specific details are shown on drawings and shall be followed.

2.3 MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOXES

2.2.1 Pull stations shall be addressable, and shall incorporate a double action mechanism. Pull stations shall not be of the break glass or break rod type. Pull stations shall be of the same brand as the FACP. All pull stations within a building shall be of the same style unless indicated otherwise. Outdoor pull stations shall be approved and listed for such application/location.

2.3 FIRE DETECTING EQUIPMENT

2.3.1 Smoke Detectors

2.3.1.1 Addressable smoke detectors shall be state-of-the-art ‘intelligent’ photoelectric type with diagnostic self-check, with sensitivity of each detector adjustable from the panel, and have latching LED indicator.

2.3.1.2 Spot smoke detectors installed on ceilings shall incorporate thermal detection which is capable of independent signaling and actions from the photo detector. Unless indicated otherwise, the detection of smoke on ceiling mounted detectors shall provide a supervisory condition on the FACP and graphics network indicating the location of the detector. Upon detection/confirmation of a fire using the thermal detector the detector shall provide for an alarm condition.

2.3.2 Thermal Detectors

2.3.2.1 Provide 135 to 140 Degrees tubular shell rate compensation / fixed temperature detector listed for wet locations. Detector shall mount into a ½” NPT box cover.

2.3.2.2 The shell of the detector shall be epoxy coated from the factory and per listing.

2.3.2.3 Detector shall be tied into an addressable module that fits within the back box indicating the status and room of the detector. Coordinate the junction box cover size/shape with the existing boxes in the animal housing rooms.

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2.3.2.4 Provide gasket to prevent air and water leakage between room and box. Device does not have to be listed with back box for wet location. Installation needs to prevent air loss between positive and negative spaces and occasional cleaning / sterilizing of rooms.

2.3.2.5 Junction box cover shall be of a material and coating suitable for wet locations and cleaning.

2.3.3 Duct Smoke Detectors

2.3.3.1 Addressable duct smoke detectors shall be listed with the FACP, be state-of-the-art ‘intelligent’ photoelectric type with diagnostic self-check, with sensitivity adjustable from the panel, and have latching LED indicator. Provide remote alarm indicator and key reset/test of duct smoke detectors if detectors are more than 7 feet above finished floor, where climbing on ducting would be needed to reach, or where indicated on plans. Remote key reset shall be mounted ~48” above finished floor.

2.3.3.2 IMPORTANT: Where indicated on plans, duct detectors that serve animal housing areas or labs shall not shut down air-handler units. In such locations that duct detector shall provide a supervisory alarm at the FACP and on the Graphics network system. Due to critical conditions including biological and chemical pressure controls, shut down of these systems due to a nuisance condition could result in a more hazardous condition. Control operators at Building 54 will evaluate other environmental controls and can take intervention to control respective units while still protecting the spaces. Where indicated, multiple detectors shall be provided adjacent to each other to provide confirmation and shut down upon two detectors in alarm.

2.3.3.3 Air handler units serving administration only areas shall shut down upon detection of smoke. Units shall provide automatic restart upon resetting of the FACP.

2.3.4 Monitor modules and control relays – Units shall be full size mounting to standard metal conduit box, unless serving thermal fire detectors. Control relays shall be capable of being individually controlled from the FACP based on programmable input events and have Form C contacts rated at 3 amps @ 30VDC and 0.9 amps @ 120 VAC. Units shall be listed for use with the FACP panel.

2.3.5 Line Isolator Modules shall be provided to protect building area SLC’s. Isolator modules shall be provided to prevent a short in one building area/floor from affecting other building areas/floors and as otherwise indicated on plans.

2.4 CONTROL UNIT – MAIN PANEL

2.4.1 Control unit shall be a fully integrated microprocessor based fire alarm control panel. All monitoring, supervision, signaling, and recording functions shall be incorporated into the main unit. Basic system design shall be modular. Any auxiliary control, monitor, relay or other function devices that exceed the capacity of the main panel enclosure shall be neatly mounted in an enclosure located next to the main panel or next to the device being controlled. Auxiliary panels shall be keyed the same as the main panel. The Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and ancillary parts shall be listed for use as ‘Local, Auxiliary, Remote Station, Proprietary and Emergency Alarm’ and ‘Discharge’ panel.

2.4.2 Unit shall be field programmable and editable to meet requirements including reporting to the main FACP in Building 54 the specific discreet trouble and alarm conditions. Unit shall be expandable. Unit shall have on board trouble shooting diagnostics. At minimum, Comm. No. 2-3878-15 13851 - 11 Jefferson, Arkansas

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shall be a minimum of 80 characters. Unit shall have a minimum 500 event historical logging capacity. Unit shall have the capability to group points into zones and assign specific zones to activate one or more individually assigned output circuits.

2.4.3 Control unit shall be approved for use with the fire detecting equipment, manual fire alarm boxes or stations, and alarm sounding appliances. The control unit shall be housed in a substantial steel cabinet with lock and key. The cabinet shall be painted inside an out.

The control unit shall include a suitable means for testing the system. The unit shall be arranged so as to operate the audio/visual devices in the event of fire and to continue operation until silenced by switch within the unit cabinet. Operation of the silencing switch shall light an indicator lamp. Indicator lamp shall be plainly visible when the cabinet of the control unit is closed. Relays shall be plug-in type.

2.4.4 If a trouble condition occurs, the panel shall operate a local audible and visual indication.

Signal shall also be indicated at remote monitoring points. If the condition which caused the trouble alarm clears, before or after acknowledgment, the panel shall return itself to the NORMAL mode without operator action and note condition in the history file and on the Building 54 computer screen.

2.4.5 Control unit shall include fiber optic boards and associated hardware and be connected to the campus fiber optic network. Each panel shall report identical conditions at Building 54 and at Building 21.

2.4.6 Panels and network system shall be programmed to prevent remote silencing of fire alarm conditions. I.e. Although Building 54 and 21 shall monitor and display all signals, silencing of alarms shall only be accomplished from the respective FACP within the building in alarm. This feature shall be programmed to require a high level unique password to override this feature.

2.4.7 Panels shall support at least two SLC loops and use automatic drift compensation and ‘program-controlled’ sensitivity adjustment of detectors technologies. Unit shall have onboard trouble shooting diagnostics supporting at least 200 intelligent devices per SLC.

The Unit shall have a minimum of two (2) notification circuits (NAC). Panel shall be listed for discharge service.

2.4.8 Provide all necessary graphics, images, and programming to clearly indicate location of condition on graphics system in Building 54, and at remote panel in Building 21. System shall automatically show building area of signal. Graphics system shall show multiple levels of zoom from site, overall building, building area (A, B, C, etc.), and adjacent rooms.

2.5 TRANSMISSION OF SIGNALS

2.5.1 Provide for minimum of four (4) pair fiber optic cable, modem(s) and two (2) pairs of connectors to extend fiber optic from panel location to building entry point of fiber optics unless specifically indicated otherwise on plans. Each panel requires dual fiber feed.

2.5.2 Provide connectors, modem, enclosure, and miscellaneous hardware to connect fiber optic cable at Building 54 fiber room to the network panel in same building.

2.5.3 Fiber optic runs between each building and Building 54 are being provided under separate project scope unless indicated otherwise on plans. Fiber optic runs may include additional spare pairs of fibers for use with other systems.

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2.6 POWER SUPPLIES

2.6.1 Primary power supply shall be low voltage, rectified and filtered 24-volt direct current.

Rectifiers shall be of the solid state type. Point of connection shall be on dedicated breakers rated at 20 amps. Provide breakers if spares are not available. Plans may indicate panels and circuits to be tied into. The connection shall comply with applicable requirements of Standard 72 of the NFPA and Standard 70 (NEC) of the NFPA. Power supply wiring shall be in conduit or metallic tubing. Transformer, rectifier, resistor, and other required power supply components shall be incorporated in the control unit.

2.6.2 Stand-by Power Supply: Stand-by power that will insure operation of all of the fire alarm devices within the protected building in the event of power failure shall be provided by storage batteries as part of the listed equipment.

2.6.2.1 The transfer switch to and from the battery shall be automatic upon failure and restoration of the primary power supply.

2.6.2.2 Transfer to the battery shall cause a trouble signal to sound at the local control panel and a trouble signal to be transmitted to the network.

2.6.2.3 Batteries shall be housed in the respective control unit enclosure or in a separate cabinet if sufficient room is not available within the main enclosure. If a separate cabinet is used, it shall be directly connected to and within two feet of the control unit cabinet unless approved otherwise. The auxiliary cabinet shall be keyed the same as the main panel.

Positive separation shall be provided to prevent contact between cell terminals, and between terminals and the cabinet.

2.6.2.4 Battery backup shall be capable of operating the system for 24 hours in supervisory mode and, after the 24-hour reserve time has elapsed, shall sound all alarms for a period of fifteen minutes for mass notification systems and 5 minutes for fire alarm only systems.

The built-in charger shall:

2.6.2.4.1 Operate in the automatic mode

2.6.2.4.2 Maintain the batteries fully charged

2.6.2.4.3 Be rated to recharge fully discharged batteries in 24 hours.

2.7 DISCONNECT SWITCHES

Breaker disconnect switches supplying power to fire alarm and/or mass notification equipment shall be lockable in both positions, be painted RED and properly identified per the NEC and NFPA 72. Provide breaker locking device for each fire alarm and mass notification system breaker.

2.8 REMOTE ANNUNCIATION

2.8.1 All signals of a building FACP shall be simultaneously indicated at Building 54 graphics system and at remote panel in Building 21.

2.8.2 Off-site reporting will be provided to the Pine Bluff Arsenal Fire Department through an existing Monaco transceiver located at Building 54. No programming or work for off-site monitoring is required under this scope unless specifically indicated on plans.

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2.9 SURGE PROTECTION

2.9.1 Surge protection shall be provided for all 120VAC control panels and booster panels.

Surge protection shall be mounted external and adjacent to the control panel.

3.0 PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

3.1.1 System components shall be securely fastened to their support structure independently of the wiring. Runs of conduit, wire and cable shall be straight, neatly arranged, properly supported, and parallel or perpendicular to walls and partitions. Junction boxes shall be painted RED and shall be accessible for proper inspection and troubleshooting.

Installation of wiring and fire detecting circuit shall conform to NFPA Standard No. 72.

3.1.2 Existing junction box covers associated with fire alarm system are not painted red. Paint existing junction box covers red to assist locating in future.

3.1.3 Contractor shall cut holes and mount devices in a manner to limit touchup. Contractor is responsible for repair, patching, painting, or other measures to result in a finished clean installation. Back boxes to be used shall be included as part of the submittal review process.

3.1.4 Contractor shall be liable for damage to ceilings, ceiling tiles, walls, doors, floors, equipment, etc. Repair / replace any damage after notifying Contracting Officer.

3.1.5 Surface mounted conduit, straps and boxes shall be painted to match walls/ceilings in which they are installed. Junction box covers to be red.

3.1.6 Interference or discrepancies, which may be discovered or anticipated, and that may impact the performance of the system, listing, or performance spacing of a device shall be reported promptly to the Contracting Officer for decision before proceeding with the work.

3.1.7 Install each item of equipment in accordance with its manufacturer’s recommendations, and as implied on the Drawings, and/or specified unless a discrepancy is identified.

Where there is a discrepancy, the manufacturer’s recommendations shall be followed unless the engineer has indicated a performance reason.

3.1.8 Sealing of Devices:

3.1.8.1 Devices mounted in animal housing areas including corridors, rooms, feed storage, bedding storage, and autoclave cleaning areas shall be installed for wet environments.

3.1.9.2 Devices installed in animal rooms, animal housing corridors, or where otherwise indicated shall be gasketed and sealed to prevent the flow of air between the room protected and any adjacent space or plenum area. Conduits entering such spaces shall be sealed using a silicone-based calking once all wires are pulled and circuits are tested. Caulking shall be sufficient to limit air passage, but minimized to allow removal if additional circuits are required.

3.2 WIRING

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3.2.10 The Contractor shall furnish and install, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, all wiring, cable, conduit and boxes required to complete the system as described herein and as shown on the plans.

3.2.11 Wire size shall be as indicated on plans and in no case smaller than 16 AWG unless specified by the manufacturer such as for remote microphones.

3.2.12 Fire alarm and mass notification wire and cable shall be FPLP unless specified otherwise by manufacturer such as for microphones.

3.2.13 Power circuits of 120VAC shall be THHN and in conduit.

3.2.14 Surface mounted conduit is allowed only in mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, autoclave rooms, or other areas approved by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.15 Where conduit is used, all fittings shall be compression type fittings. Set screw fittings are not allowed.

3.2.16 Fittings/bushings listed for the application shall be used where wire/cable enters and exits junction boxes or conduit to be ran exposed. Such fittings shall secure the wire to prevent being pulled from box.

3.2.17 Use surface metal raceway equal to Wiremold or Walker Duct if indicated on drawings.

3.2.18 All surface metal raceway shall be ordered or painted to match wall finish as directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.19 Wiring shall be secured wherever possible using approved devices such as “J” hooks.

Wiring shall not be secured to other conduit or piping.

3.3 MOUNTING/SPACING

3.3.1 Locate audio/visual devices and manual boxes approximately as shown on the approved shop drawings. Visual device locations shall satisfy NFPA 72 candela criteria. Contractor shall locate devices to provide a consistent pattern and appearance within the respective area.

3.3.2 Wall mounted alarm audio/visual devices shall be mounted at 96 inches above the finished floor or 6 inches below the bottom surface of the ceiling, whichever is lower unless indicated otherwise.

3.3.3 Mount manual fire alarm pull stations so that top of box is ~48 inches above finished floor.

In some conditions this will require the use of surface mount devices and surface mount boxes such as Wiremold to lower existing devices for ADA compliance.

3.3.4 Ceiling mounted devices within ceiling tiles shall be centered in tiles.

3.4 FIRE WALLS

3.4.1 Seal around all conduits passing through fire walls with listed fire stop material.

Penetration shall be sealed in strict compliance with an applicable penetration detail from the product manufacturer, such as Hilti.

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3.4.2 Individuals sealing penetrations shall have obtained training by an authorized representative of the product. On-site training by a factory representative of a respective product such as 3M or Hilti will be recognized as meeting this training. A certificate of such training shall be provided upon request.

3.4.3 Penetrations of each wall separating building areas (A, B, C, D, etc.) shall be sealed for 2-hr rating. Floor penetrations shall be sealed for at least a 1-hr rating.

3.5 REPAIR OF EXISTING WORK

The work shall be carefully laid out in advance. Cutting, channeling, chasing, or drilling of floors, walls, partitions, ceilings or other surfaces necessary for the proper installation, support anchorage of the conduit or other work shall be carefully done. Damage to buildings, piping, or equipment shall be repaired and refinished by skilled mechanics of the trades involved at no cost to the Owner.

3.6 COORDINATION OF WORK

3.6.1 Contractor shall coordinate all work with user. This is an existing and occupied facility which will remain in operation during this work. Contractor will need to coordinate progress in advance of needing access to areas. User will try to acquire blocks of rooms such as serving common animal housing corridors. Contractor will likely need to alternate work between several areas within the building based on availability.

3.6.2 Contractor shall try to maintain functionality of existing components as much as possible.

Coordinate with user to notify occupants of work in an areas.

3.6.3 Existing systems appear to be wired with a dedicated alarm zone serving each building area (A, B, C, D, etc.). Thus, it appears that each zone can be taken off-line independently. Some zones appear to be currently in trouble, or not functional.

3.6.4 At the end of each day and prior to leaving site, contractor shall bring as much of system on-line as possible. Any area that is not operational shall be documented and given to designated representative (such as security). Suggest using a standard form for this daily report. This will allow security to perform additional rounds of such areas.

3.6.5 Unless otherwise approved in advance by Contracting Officer or designee, no area shall be out of service without active progress for longer than 24 hours, such as over a weekend.

3.6.6 Example concepts for consideration. Contractor to evaluate, coordinate with user, and establish best approach.

3.6.6.1 Mount new panels and run horizontal/vertical SLC risers and notification circuits to respective building area (such as Area “D”). Provide end-of-line devices and isolation modules in each area.

3.6.6.2 Install new notification circuits and appliances in respective area, or all areas of building.

3.6.6.3 Start removing old initiating devices and circuits at far end of a building area/zone (such as Area “D”) and working back towards panel moving end-of-line device back as work progresses.

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3.6.6.4 Install new circuits and devices for each corridor or area and bring on-line as old devices are removed.

3.7 TESTING

3.8.1 Contractor shall coordinate all testing with user and occupants.

3.8.2 Fire alarm contractor shall 100 percent pre-test every device within the system in accordance with NFPA 72 and manufacturer criteria. This shall at minimum include the following:

3.8.2.1 Receipt of every signal initiating device including detectors, flow switches, tampers, relay modules, etc.

3.8.2.2 Verify address and room identification of each signal initiating device to drawings.

3.8.2.3 Inspect that every audio and visual device is functioning properly.

3.8.2.4 Conduct end-of-line voltage drop readings on strobe circuits and document. Compare to calculated results.

3.8.2.5 Initiate an open circuit condition, ground fault, and short circuit condition on each circuit and ensure proper response as specified and per NFPA 72.

3.8.2.6 When a building is equipped with sprinklers, operate each isolation valve and insure that the proper signal is received and restored automatically. Ensure that the OSY valve continues to send a trouble condition throughout the entire process of valve closing.

Ensure that the switch rod does not indicate a restored to normal condition when the rod is in-between threads.

3.8.2.7 Measure each space for speech intelligibility and document results.

3.8.2.8 Adjust speaker volumes (tap settings) as necessary to achieve proper sound levels and optimized speech intelligibility index levels considering normal ambient levels anticipated within the space.

3.8.2.9 Ensure interface and sequence of operations with external components such as:

3.8.2.9.1 HVAC systems

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