2025.09.09_SPECIFICATION_BOOK_-_Collin_County-Lower_B_Generator.pdf

COLLIN COUNTY

Collin County Adult Detention Center

Lower B Generator

Project No. 251780

September 9, 2025

MD Engineering, LLP Texas

Registered Engineering Firm F-7489

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COLLIN COUNTY ADULT DETENTION CENTER MCKINNEY, TEXAS

LOWER B GENERATOR

MDE PROJECT NO. 251780

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 23 – MECHANICAL

23 00 10 MECHANICAL SUBMITTAL PROCESS

23 04 10 MECHANICAL DEMOLITION

23 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 31 13 AIR DISTRIBUTION

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 00 10 ELECTRICAL SUBMITTAL PROCESS

26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 01 ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

26 05 02 ELECTRICAL WORK IN EXISTING FACILITIES

26 05 03 FIRE STOPPING

26 05 19 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 33 RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATIONS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 93 ELECTRICAL TESTING

26 32 13 ENGINE GENERATORS – DIESEL

26 36 00 TRANSFER SWITCHES

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MECHANICAL SUBMITTAL PROCESS

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SECTION 23 00 10 – MECHANICAL SUBMITTAL PROCESS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Comply with all submittal provisions of Division 1.

B. Submit electronic copies of the submittal to the prime consultant (i.e. architect) in order to process and track the submittals properly in accordance with Division 1 and 23 submittal requirements.

1. Architects and consultants are to submit all submittals and RFI’s to the mechanical engineer electronically.

2. Send to “mdengca@md-eng.com”.

3. Submittals shall be labeled by their project specification section or CSI specification section if not listed in project specifications.

C. Contractor is responsible to separate submittals per specification section. Unseparated submittals are subject to rejection without review.

D. Allow a minimum of ten (10) working days for the review of submittals and each re-submittal.

E. Submittals that have been reviewed and marked as REJECTED (REJ) or REVISE &

RESUBMIT (RES) should be resubmitted within 10 days to be reviewed again by engineer.

F. Compliance with the Contract documents shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

Items on equipment that are were not accepted by the Architect in writing as an approved equal shall be replaced or revised to comply with the contract documents at the Contractor's expense.

G. Resubmission of rejected submittals shall be limited to one (1) in number.

1. Costs for processing subsequent resubmittals in excess of the first resubmittal, resulting from the Contractor's disregard of Architect/Engineer's primary submittal rejection comments, shall be borne by the Contractor.

a. Costs shall be based on Architect/Engineer's hourly rates as published in their current professional fee schedules and shall also include reimbursable costs for delivery, mailing, and photocopies at direct cost, plus ten percent (10%).

1.2 REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS (PROJECT SPECIFIC)

A. The following chart indicates the submittals required for the project. Refer to the coordinating specification for the product data required. (See Product Data Section)

See required specifications on next page

MECHANICAL SUBMITTAL PROCESS

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Required

X Submittal Name

Spec

Reference

X Mechanical Demolition 23 04 10

X Common Work Results for HVAC

-O&M manual, Shop Drawings Access Doors 23 05 00

X Air Distribution

-Duct Work, Flexible duct, Duct Access doors -Fire & Smoke dampers

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END OF SECTION

MECHANICAL DEMOLITION

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SECTION 23 04 10 – MECHANICAL DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, apply to work specified in this Section.

1.2 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

A. All other Sections of Division 01.

B. All other Sections of Division 02.

C. All other Section of Division 23.

D. All other Divisions of the Contract Documents. Refer to each division’s specifications and drawings for all requirements

1.3 SCOPE

A. Provide all equipment, materials, labor supervision, and services necessary for or incidental to the demolition of mechanical equipment and materials as indicated on the drawings, and as specified.

B. Work included:

1. Removal of HVAC and Plumbing equipment, ductwork, piping, fixtures, wire and controls equipment and materials where indicated.

2. Demolition is limited to identify areas of the existing drawings.

1.4 STANDARDS

A. All work shall comply with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 1976 and as amended by The Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act.

1.5 SUBMITTALS AND SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Submit qualifications of the disposal company.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Use adequate numbers of skilled workers who are thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary crafts and who are completely familiar with the specified requirements and the methods needed for proper performance of the work of this Section.

B. Without additional cost to the PM, provide such other labor and materials as are required to complete the work of this Section in accordance with the requirements of agencies having jurisdiction, regardless of whether such materials and associated labor are called for elsewhere in these Contract Documents.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 EXISTING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING UTILITIES

A. Prior to the demolition of work by any trade, provide qualified personnel to isolate the incoming utilities exterior to the building proper. Drain all water and condensate lines to an approved disposal point. Relieve steam pressure and drain any residual condensate.

B. Existing incoming fire protection, sanitary sewer, domestic water storm sewer, steam and chilled water lines shall be blind flanged capped at 5 feet within the building grade beam for reuse unless noted otherwise.

MECHANICAL DEMOLITION

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2.2 DEMO WORK IN EXISTING BUILDING

A. Completely remove all piping, wiring, conduit, and other devices associated with the demolished equipment and fixture. This includes all pipe, valves, fittings, insulation, and all hangers including the top connection and any fastenings to building structural systems.

Seal all openings, after removal of equipment, pipes, ducts, and other penetrations at roof, walls, floors, in an approved manner and in accordance with plans and specifications where specifically covered. Structural integrity of the building system shall be maintained.

Perform cutting and patching required for demolition in accordance with Division 02.

B. Confine the work to the immediate area concerned; maintain cleanliness and wet down demolished materials to eliminate dust. Perform all flame cutting to maintain the fire safety integrity of this project. Adequate fire extinguishing facilities shall be available at all times.

Perform all work in accordance with recognized fire protection standards. Inspection will be made by personnel of the VA Medical Center, and Contractor shall follow all directives of the PM with regard to rigging, safety, fire safety, and maintenance of operations.

C. Rigging access shall be provided by the Contractor after approval for structural integrity by the PM. Such access shall be provided without additional cost or time to the Owner.

Provide approved protection from dust and debris at all times for the safety of demolition and VA personnel.

2.3 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

A. General: Demolish, remove, demount, and disconnect abandoned mechanical materials and equipment indicated to be removed and not indicated to be salvaged or saved.

B. Materials and equipment to be salvaged: Remove, demount, and disconnect existing mechanical materials and equipment indicated to be removed and salvaged, and deliver materials and equipment to the location designated by the PM for storage.

C. All valves including gate, globe, ball, butterfly and check, all pressure gages and thermometers with wells shall remain the Contractor’s property and shall be removed and delivered to PM and stored as directed. The Contractor shall remove all other material and equipment, devices and demolition debris under these plans and specifications. Such material shall be removed from the property expeditiously and shall not be allowed to accumulate.

D. Disposal and cleanup: Remove from the site and legally dispose of demolished materials and equipment not indicated to be salvaged.

E. Asbestos Insulation Removal: Conform to Section 02 82 11, TRADITIONAL ASBESTOS

ABATEMENT.

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

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SECTION 23 05 00 – COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to the Work in this Section.

1.2 DESCRIPTION

A. The General Requirements for Mechanical Work are intended to be complementary to the

General Requirements of the Construction Contract.

B. Work Included: Provide complete mechanical systems where shown on the drawings, as specified herein, and as needed for a complete and proper installation including, but not necessarily limited to the following summary of work:

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2. Furnish and install a complete ventilation system as shown on drawings and described herein.

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4. Other items and services required to complete the systems.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Unless otherwise specified, materials are to be new and of current U.S. manufacture, free from defects and of the best quality of their respective kinds.

B. Equipment and/or materials damaged in shipment or handling, or otherwise damaged before installation, shall be replaced with new equipment and/or materials. Damaged equipment and/or materials shall not be repaired at the jobsite.

C. Furnishing of the proper equipment and/or materials and to see that it is installed as recommended by the manufacturer is entirely the responsibility of the Contractor. If required for proper installation, the Contractor shall obtain advice and supervisory assistance from a representative of the specific manufacturer of the equipment being installed.

D. Materials and adhesives to conform to Federal Standard Flame-Spread Properties, Inc., with composite fire and smoke hazard ratings, maximum 25 for flame spread and 50 for smoke developed. Adhesives to be waterproof.

E. The Contractor shall promptly notify the Architect in writing of any conflict between the requirements of the Contract Documents and the manufacturer's directions and shall obtain the Architect instructions before proceeding with the work. Should the Contractor perform any such work that does not comply with the manufacturer's directions or such instructions from the Architect, he shall bear all costs arising in connection with the deficiencies.

F. Belts, pulleys, chains, gears, couplings, projecting screws, keys or other rotating parts which are located so that a person can come in close proximity thereto shall be fully enclosed properly provided with a guard.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND APPLICABLE STANDARDS

A. Use adequate numbers of skilled workers that are thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary crafts and are completely familiar with the specified requirements and the methods needed for proper performance of the work of this Section.

B. Without prior approval from the engineer and owner, all mechanical equipment shall not be operated during construction of the building per manufacturer recommendations. The mechanical contractor shall be responsible to provide temporary heating or cooling as needed to climatize the building.

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C. The Contractor shall be responsible for fitting his material and apparatus into the building and shall carefully lay out his work at the site to conform to the structural conditions, to avoid all obstructions, to conform to the details of the installation and thereby to provide an integrated satisfactory operating installation. The contractor must support all duct, pipe, equipment, and all other items furnished and installed under this scope from steel joists or structural steel frames. It is prohibited to support duct, pipe, equipment, and all other items furnished under this scope from the metal deck.

D. Without additional cost to the Owner, provide such other labor and materials as are required to complete the work of this Section in accordance with the requirements of governmental agencies having jurisdiction, regardless of whether such materials and associated labor are called for elsewhere in these Contract Documents.

E. Codes: Perform all work in accordance with the latest edition of the following codes:

1. State and city building, fire, plumbing and mechanical codes.

2. International Fire Code

3. International Mechanical Code

4. International Plumbing Code

5. International Electrical Code

6. Energy Conservation Code

7. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

8. American with Disabilities Act (ADA)

9. ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Useable Buildings and Facilities.

10. All authorities having jurisdiction.

11. Architectural code review drawing.

F. The Contractor shall comply in every respect with all requirements of National Fire Protection Association, local Fire Department regulations and utility company requirements. In no case does this relieve the Contractor of the responsibility of complying with these Specifications and Drawings where specified conditions are of higher quality than the requirements of the above-specified authorities. Where requirements of the Specifications and Drawings are more lenient than the requirements of the above authorities having jurisdiction, the Contractor shall make installations in compliance with the requirements of the above authorities with no extra compensation.

G. Where conflicts occur between drawings, specifications or code requirements, the most stringent requirement shall take precedence.

H. Standards: The specifications and standards of the following organizations are by reference made a part of these specifications. All work, unless otherwise indicated, shall comply with the requirements and recommendations wherever applicable:

1. American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

2. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI).

3. American Gas Association (AGA).

4. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

5. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

6. American Society of Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning Engineers

(ASHRAE).

7. Electrical Testing Laboratories (ETL).

8. National Bureau of Standards (NBS).

9. National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA).

10. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

11. Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning National Association (SMACNA).

12. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).

I. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and personnel according to the following:

1. AWS D1.1/D1.1M, "Structural Welding Code - Steel."

2. ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Section IX.

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1.5 REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES

A. The requirements and recommendations of the latest edition of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Act are by reference made a part of these specifications. All work shall comply with the requirements and recommendations wherever applicable.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Comply with all submittal provisions of Division 1.

B. Submit electronic copies of the submittal to the prime consultant (i.e. architect) in order to process and track the submittals properly in accordance with Division 1 and 23 submittal requirements. Architects and consultants are to submit all submittals and RFI’s to the mechanical engineer electronically. Send to “mdengca@md-eng.com”. Submittals shall be labeled by their project specification section or CSI specification section if not listed in project specifications

C. Product Data: Submit the following:

1. Materials list of items proposed to be provided under Division 23.

2. Manufacturer's specifications and other data needed to prove compliance with the specified requirements. The term "Compliance" is understood to mean that the Contractor certifies that the submitted equipment will meet or exceed the contract document requirements. Items that do not clearly meet this definition should be identified and explained as required in the following paragraph.

3. Identify the difference between the specified item or function and the proposed.

Explain with enough detail so that the Engineer/Owner can easily determine that the item complies with the functional intent. List any disadvantages or advantages of the proposed item versus the specified item. Submit technical data sheets and/or pictures and diagrams to support and clarify. Organize in a clear and concise format. All substitutions shall be approved in writing by Architect. The Architect’s decision shall be final.

4. Allow a minimum of ten (10) working days for the review of submittals and each re-submittal.

5. Submittals that have been reviewed and marked as REJECTED (REJ) or REVISE AND RESUBMIT (RES) should be resubmitted within 10 days to be reviewed again by engineer.

6. Compliance with the Contract documents shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor. Items on equipment that are were not accepted by the Architect in writing as an approved equal shall be replaced or revised to comply with the contract documents at the Contractor's expense.

7. Manufacturer's recommended installation procedures which, when reviewed by the Architect, shall become the basis for accepting or rejecting actual installation procedures used on the work.

8. Sign the submittal as an indication of compliance with the contract documents.

Any deviations from the contract documents shall be indicated on the submittal prior to signing. Any deviations not indicated shall be cause for rejection and removal of the non-complying equipment at the Contractor’s expense.

D. Submittals required of materials and equipment under this section include the following:

1. Piping and Accessories Materials:

a. Clearly marked up manufacturer's data showing compliance with the specifications for: (Include model numbers and highlight products)

1) Piping material proposed for each system.

2) Valves, cocks, and specialties.

3) Flexible connectors for piping.

4) Flanges.

b. l/8" scale (minimum) gas, and refrigerant piping shop drawings showing coordinated piping routing and arrangements with all equipment, accessories and system expansion and contraction compensation methods.

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2. Building Envelope Testing

a. Provide the testing firm with certifications for approval

b. Provide testing plans with the Building Envelope testing specification.

3. Vibration Isolation and Sound Control Materials:

a. Submit shop drawings showing the structural design and details of inertia bases, steel beam bases, and other custom-fabricated work not covered by manufacturer's submitted data.

b. Furnish layouts of templates to be furnished to fabricators of equipment bases, foundations, and other support systems, as needed for coordination of vibration isolation units with other work.

c. Submit shop drawings indicating the scope of vibration isolation work, locations of units and flexible connections. Include support isolation points for piping, air handling units, inertia bases, etc.

d. Include schedule of isolation units, showing size or manufacturer's part number, the weight supported and resulting deflection of each unit.

e. For spring isolation units, show wire size, spring diameter, free height, solid-compression height, operating height, fatigue characteristics and ratio of horizontal to vertical stiffness.

f. For spring-and-pad type isolation units, show the basis of spring rate selection for the range of loading weights.

4. Mechanical Identification Materials:

a. Clearly marked-up product literature or samples showing compliance with specified materials for: (Include model numbers and highlight products)

1) Valve tagging.

2) Pipe marking.

3) Equipment marking.

5. Insulation:

a. Manufacturer's certified data on thermal performance.

b. Details, when required, of methods to be used in providing for unusual piping expansion and contraction.

c. Manufacturer's data on any alternate insulation material of reduced thickness, including pre-insulated pipe.

d. Manufacturer's data on all jacketing materials, sealants and fasteners.

6. Air Distribution Materials:

a. Provide clearly marked-up manufacturer's data showing compliance with scheduled values and specifications for: (Include model numbers and highlight products)

1) Air devices.

2) 1/4" scale ductwork shop drawings for all systems showing equipment locations, detailed data such as bottom of duct elevations, airstream sizes, all duct accessories, and duct construction details showing compliance with SMACNA requirements for the specified duct pressure of each system.

3) Fire dampers, fire and smoke dampers.

7. Testing and Balancing:

a. Brief description of test and balance contractor experience.

b. Certificate of Qualification from AABC.

c. Biographical information of the Registered Professional Engineer and certified Test and Balance Supervisor proposed to manage the project.

d. List of instruments to be used with latest date of calibration test for each.

e. Test and balance reports.

f. VRF Certification from brand being installed on project.

8. Record Documents: Reference the requirements detailed in this section.

9. Operation and Maintenance Data: Reference the requirements detailed in this section.

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E. Resubmission of rejected submittals shall be limited to one (1) in number. Costs for processing subsequent resubmittals in excess of the first resubmittal, resulting from the Contractor's disregard of Architect/Engineer's primary submittal rejection comments, shall be borne by the Contractor. Costs shall be based on Architect/Engineer's hourly rates as published in their current professional fee schedules and shall also include reimbursable costs for delivery, mailing, and photocopies at direct cost plus ten percent (10%).

1.7 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Comply with all provisions of Division 1.

B. The use of manufacturers' names and catalog numbers followed by the phrase "or equal" is generally used to establish a standard of quality and utility for the specified items and to provide a dimensional reference for construction documents that are drawn to scale.

C. Submittals for "equal" items shall, where applicable, include the following data that are not necessarily required for specified items:

1. Performance characteristics.

2. Materials.

3. Finish.

4. Certification of conformance with specified codes and standards.

5. Manufacturer's specifications and other data needed to prove compliance with the specified requirements. The term "Compliance" is understood to mean that the Contractor certifies that the submitted equipment will meet or exceed the contract document requirements. Items that do not clearly meet this definition should be identified and explained as required in Paragraph 6 below.

6. Identify the difference between the specified item or function and the proposed.

Explain with enough detail so that the Architect/ Engineer/Owner can easily determine that the item complies with the functional intent. List any disadvantages or advantages of the proposed item versus the specified item. Submit technical data sheets and/or pictures and diagrams to support and clarify. Include shop drawings for all piping and ductwork equipment per Paragraph 1.5 Submittals.

Organize in a clear and concise format

D. Submittals of "equal" components or systems may be rejected if:

1. The material or equipment would necessitate the alteration of any portion of the mechanical, electrical, architectural or structural design.

2. Dimensions vary from the specified material or equipment in such a manner that accessibility or clearances are impaired or the work of other trades is adversely affected.

E. Proposed substitutions for materials or equipment must be submitted ten (10) days prior to final bid date for consideration as approved equals. Otherwise, such substitutions will not be permitted. Proposals for substitutions shall be made only by the prime bidders.

Manufacturers, distributors, and sub-contractors shall not make proposals to the Architect for substitutions.

F. All equipment installed on this project shall have local representation, local factory authorized service, and a local stock of repair parts

G. No substitution shall be made unless authorized in writing by the Architect. Should a substitution be accepted, and should the substitute material prove defective or otherwise unsatisfactory for the service intended, and within the guarantee period, the Contractor shall replace this material or equipment with material or equipment specified, at his own expense, and to the satisfaction of the Architect.

H. Contractors submitting bids on substitute materials and equipment must also provide a written performance guarantee certifying that the substitute materials and equipment will produce the specified effects and meet the approval of the Architect.

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1.8 ORDINANCES, PERMITS, METERS, UTILITIES AND ROYALTIES

A. Procure all permits and licenses necessary for completion of this project and pay all lawful fees required and necessary pursuant in obtaining said permits and licenses. All required certificates of approvals and inspections by local governing and regulating authorities shall be obtained and paid for by the Contractor.

B. Pay all fees required for the connection of gas to utility mains, and any meter fees if required.

C. Pay any royalty payments required or fees for the use of patented equipment or systems.

Defend all law suits or claims for infringement of any patent rights and shall hold the Owner and/or Architect/Engineer harmless from loss as a result of said suits or claims.

1.9 COMPATIBILITY OF EQUIPMENT

A. Assume full responsibility for satisfactory operation of all component parts of the mechanical systems to assure compatibility of all equipment and performance of the integrated systems in accordance with the requirements of the specifications. Should the Contractor consider any part of the specifications or drawings as rendering his acceptance of such responsibility impossible, prohibitive, or restrictive, he shall notify the Engineer before submitting his bid, and the bid shall be accompanied by a written statement of any objections or exceptions to the specifications and drawings.

B. The size of mechanical and electrical equipment indicated on the Drawings is based on the dimensions of a particular manufacturer. While other manufacturers may be acceptable, it is the responsibility of the Contractor to determine if the equipment he proposes to furnish will fit in the space. Fabrication Drawings shall be prepared when required by the Architect/Engineer or Owner to indicate a suitable arrangement.

C. All equipment shall be installed in a manner to permit access to all surfaces. All valves, motors, drives, filters, and other accessory items shall be installed in a position to allow removal for service without disassembly of another part.

1.10 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. The drawings show the arrangements of work. Should project conditions necessitate rearrangement, or if the materials or equipment can be installed to a better advantage in a different manner, the Contractor shall, before proceeding with the work, prepare and submit five copies of Drawings of the proposed arrangement for the Architect’s review. Allow a minimum of ten (10) working days for review.

B. Should the Contractor propose to install equipment requiring space conditions other than those shown, or rearrange the equipment, he shall assume responsibility for the rearrangement of the space and shall have the Architect review the change before proceeding with the work. The request for such changes shall be accompanied by shop drawings of the space in question. Identify monetary credits proposed or other benefits of the change. Allow a minimum of ten (10) working days for review.

C. The Contractor shall be responsible for the proper location and size of all slots, holes or openings in the building structure pertaining to his work and for the correct location of pipe sleeves.

1.11 CONNECTIONS FOR OTHERS

A. The Mechanical Contractor shall rough in for and make all gas connections to all equipment, machinery, etc., provided by others in accordance with detailed roughing-in Drawings provided by the equipment suppliers, by actual measurements of the equipment connections, or as detailed

B. After the equipment is set in place, this Contractor shall make all final connections and shall provide all required pipe, fittings, valves, traps, etc.

C. Provide all air gap fittings required, using materials hereinbefore specified. In each service line connected to an item of equipment or piece of machinery, provide a shutoff valve. On each drain not provided with a trap, provide a suitable trap.

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D. All pipe fittings, valves, traps, etc., exposed in finished areas and connected to chrome plated lines provided by others shall be chrome plated to match.

E. Provide all galvanized sheet metal ductwork, transition pieces, etc., required for a complete installation. Exposed sheet metal shall be paint-grip type.

1.12 LOCATION OF OUTLETS

A. Supply and return air outlets in suspended acoustical tile ceilings shall occur symmetrically in tile joints or in the centers of whole tiles. The final determination of the exact location of each outlet and the arrangement to be followed shall be acceptable to the Architect.

B. The drawings show the locations of the various outlets and equipment. Exact locations of these outlets and equipment shall be determined by reference to the general construction plans and to all detail drawings, equipment drawings, roughing-in drawings, etc., by measurements at the building, and in cooperation with the other trades. The Architect reserves the right to make any reasonable change in location of any outlet or equipment before installation, without additional cost.

C. The Contractor shall install his work complete and in good working order. If any of the requirements of the drawings and specifications are impossible to perform, or if the installation when made in accordance with such requirements will not perform satisfactorily, he shall report same to the Architect for correction.

D. No extra compensation will be allowed for extra work or change caused by failure to comply with the above requirements.

1.13 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Provide the record documents associated with the work of Division 23 in strict accordance with the provisions of these specifications.

B. Throughout progress of the Division 23 Work, maintain an accurate record of changes in the Contract Documents that apply to work of Division 23. Changes shall include all addendums issued during bidding. Maintain an accurate record of the location of mechanical service lines and outlets and all outside utilities.

C. Delegate the responsibility for maintenance of Record Documents to one person on the Contractor's staff as approved by the Architect.

D. Accuracy of Records

1. Thoroughly coordinate changes within the Record Documents, making adequate and proper entries on each page of Specifications and each sheet of drawings and other documents where such entry is required to show the change properly. Match the symbology and format of the base documents.

2. Accuracy of records shall be such that a future verification of items shown in the Contract Documents may rely reasonably on information obtained from the approved Project Record Documents.

E. Maintain the job set of Record Documents completely protected from deterioration and from loss and damage until completion of the work and transfer of all recorded data to the final Project Record Documents.

F. Making Entries on Drawings

1. Using an erasable colored pencil (not ink or indelible pencil), clearly describe the change by graphic line and note as required.

2. Date all entries.

3. Call attention to the entry by a "cloud" drawn around the area or areas affected.

4. In the event of overlapping changes, use different colors for the overlapping changes.

5. Make entries within 24 hours after receipt of information that the change has occurred.

6. Maintain the base drawing format and use the same symbology.

7. Convert field mark-ups to finished CADD record drawings when required in this section.

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G. Conversion of Schematic Layouts

1. In some cases on the drawings, arrangements of ductwork and piping and similar items are shown schematically and are not intended to portray precise physical layout. Determine final physical arrangement subject to the Architect's approval.

However, design of future modifications of the facility may require accurate information as to the final physical layout of items which are shown only schematically on the drawings.

2. Show on the job set of record drawings, by dimension accurate to within one inch, the centerline of each run of items such as all sleeves and piping, etc., below grade, in walls, or in the concrete slab. A surface mounted device indicates the exact location:

a. Clearly identify the item by accurate note such as "Sanitary Sewer" and the like.

b. Show, by symbol or note, the vertical location of the item "under slab," "in ceiling plenum," "exposed," and the like.

c. Make all identification sufficiently descriptive that it may be related reliably to the specifications.

H. Final Project Record Documents

1. The purpose of the final Project Record Documents is to provide factual information regarding all aspects of the Work, both concealed and visible, to enable future modification of the Work to proceed without lengthy and expensive site measurement, investigation, and examination.

2. Provide CAD electronic files in .dwg format using AutoCAD software. Upon written request, completion of a release form, and payment of the Engineer’s standard fee of $200 plus applicable sales tax for a set-up charge and $50 per drawing plus applicable sales tax for copies of such files, Engineer will provide AutoCAD electronic files of base Contract Drawings in dwg format on compact discs.

Engineer will also provide a list of drawing layers and names that shall be maintained.

3. Provide completed record drawings on USB drive and one full size hard copy of each drawing.

4. Refer to Division 1 for additional requirements.

1.14 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

A. Submit two copies of a preliminary draft of the proposed manual or manuals to the Architect for review and comments. Allow a minimum of ten (10) working days for review.

B. Submit specified number copies of the approved manual to the Architect prior to indoctrination of operation and maintenance personnel.

C. Prepare in accordance with the following standards:

Format:

Size:

Paper:

Text:

Drawings:

8½" x 11"

White bond, at least 20 lb. weight

Neatly written or printed

11" in height preferable; bind in with text; foldout acceptable; larger drawings acceptable but fold to fit within the Manual and provide a drawing pocket inside rear cover or bind in with text.

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Flysheets: Separate each section of the Manual with neatly prepared flysheets briefly describing contents of the ensuing section; flysheets may be in color.

Binding: Use heavy-duty plastic or fiber-board covers with binding mechanism concealed inside the manual; 3-ring binders will be acceptable; all binding is subject to the Architect's approval.

Measurements: Provide all measurements in U.S. standard units such as feet-and-inches, lbs, and cfm. Where items may be expected to be measured within ten years in accordance with metric formulae, provide additional measurements in the "International System of Units" (SI).

D. Provide front and back covers for each manual, using durable material approved by the

Architect, and clearly identified on or through the cover with at least the following information:

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

• Title Page o Job Name o Site Address o Include Contact information of prime contractor.

• Table of contents

• Warranty Information.

o Include all contractor warranties

▪ Signed and dated documents

• Permits-Inspections

• Subcontractor list o Include all subcontractors.

▪ Company name, Contact info.

▪ Trade Responsibility.

• Vendor list o Include name and addresses of vendors

▪ Warranty information

▪ Replaceable parts

• Approved submittals o Include all approved product submittals

• Reports/Certificates/Redlines o Engineers Observation Reports o Engineer/Manufacturer Start-up Report (VRF only) o Contractor Start-up Report o Manufacturer Start-up Report o Test & Balance Report o As-builts for Duct, & refrigeration piping o Updated VRF Selection Report (Refrigeration line measurements and refrigeration calculations) o Owners Training Report (All Trades)

• O&M Manuals

• Equipment Information.

o Include Model, Serial and location.

• Signed Approval

• Page for approval signature of the engineer and approval date.

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E. Contents: Include at least the following:

1. Neatly typewritten index near the front of the manual, giving immediate information as to location within the manual of all emergency information regarding the installation.

2. Complete instructions regarding operation and maintenance of all equipment provided including lubrication, disassembly, and reassembly.

3. Complete nomenclature of all parts of all equipment.

4. Complete nomenclature and part number of all replaceable parts, name and address of nearest vendor, and all other data pertinent to procurement procedures.

5. Copy of all guarantees and warranties issued.

6. Manufacturer's bulletins, drawings, and descriptive data, clearly indicating the precise items included in this installation and deleting, or otherwise clearly indicating, all manufacturers' data with which this installation is not concerned.

7. Such other data as required in other sections of these specifications.

1.15 WARRANTY

A. Contractor shall warranty all equipment and workmanship for a period of one year after date of substantial completion and replace or repair any faulty equipment or installation at no cost to the Owner for such service during this period, all in accordance with requirements of Division 1.

B. This warranty shall not void specific warranties issued by manufacturers for greater periods of time. Nor shall it void any rights guaranteed to the Owner by law.

C. Warranties shall be in writing in a form satisfactory to the Owner, and shall be delivered to the Owner before final payment is made.

D. Upon completion of the work of Division 23, thoroughly clean all exposed portions of the mechanical installation, removing all traces of soil, labels, grease, oil and other foreign material and using only the type cleaner recommended by the manufacturer of the item being cleaned.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ADDITIONAL MATERIALS

A. Include in the Base Bid the following items and quantities at unit pricing per line item:

1. All costs associated to provide five (5) additional HVAC or Exhaust runouts at a distance of 25’, including but not limited to main trunk tap, damper, duct connection, flex, duct insulation, grille can & griller or diffuser.

2. All costs associated with adding two (5) thermostats, controllers or room sensors at a distance of 100’, including but not limited to a digital 24/7 programmable thermostat, room sensor, or controller. This shall also include a raceway above ceiling, mounting box and thermostat wire.

3. All costs associated to provide one (1) ceiling mounted exhaust fan up to 200 CFM.

This shall include the exhaust fan equal to scheduled brands, duct connections, speed controller & roof or sidewall penetration.

4. All costs associated providing an additional 12x12 roof penetration.

5. All costs associated with one hundred foot of condensate pipe and fittings. This shall include type m copper, insulation and connection point to the outlet.

6. All costs associated with one (1) condensate pump equal to Little Giant VCMA-

20ULS-Pro. This shall include the pump, ejection piping and all connections.

B. Items listed that are not used during construction shall be offered back to the owner as a deduct at the line item unit price.

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2.2 ACCESS DOORS

A. Access doors mounted in painted surfaces shall be of Milcor (Inland-Ryerson Construction

Products Company) manufacturer, Style K for plastered surfaces and DW for non-plastered surfaces. The Style K doors shall be set so that the finished surface of the door is even with the finished surfaces of the adjacent finishes. Access doors mounted on tile surfaces shall be stainless steel materials. Access doors shall be a minimum of 8" x 8" in size but larges enough to provide maintenance as required.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ACCESS DOORS

A. In fire-rated walls, access door shall be fire rated same as wall.

B. Contractor shall provide submittal showing all access door locations and style of access doors.

C. Access doors mounted in painted surfaces shall be of Milcor (Inland-Ryerson Construction

Products Company) manufacturer, Style K for plastered surfaces and Style M or DW for non-plastered surfaces. The Style K doors shall be set so that the finished surface of the door is even with the finished surfaces of the adjacent finishes. Access doors mounted on tile surfaces shall be stainless steel materials.

D. Access doors shall be sized appropriately to allow clear access to the item it was installed to access.

E. Access doors are not permitted in public areas of buildings.

3.2 TESTING AND INSPECTION

A. Provide personnel and equipment, make required tests, and secure required approvals from the Architect and governmental agencies having jurisdiction.

B. Make written notice to the Architect adequately in advance of each of the following stages of construction:

1. When all rough-in is complete, but not covered.

2. As specified in all Division 23 sections.

3. At the completion of the work of Division 23.

C. When material or workmanship is found to not comply with the specified requirements, remove the noncomplying items from the job site and replace them with items complying with the specified requirements at no additional cost to the Owner. This shall be performed within 3 days after receipt of written notice of noncompliance.

3.3 INSTALLATION METHODS

A. Unless noted otherwise, piping and ductwork may be run exposed in mechanical rooms and janitor's closets. Piping and ductwork exposed in mechanical rooms and janitor's closets shall be run tight against the structure, as required by the Architect, allowing for expansion.

B. Conceal piping and ductwork to be installed as hereinbefore specified.

C. Piping suspended from the structure shall be adequately and properly supported on hanger rods or clamps as specified in Section 23 0529 “Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment”. Perforated strap hangers will not be permitted. The contractor must support all duct, pipe, equipment, and all other items furnished and installed under this scope from steel joists or structural steel frames. It is prohibited to support duct, pipe, equipment, and all other items furnished under this scope from the metal deck.

D. Where space is limited above ceilings, below concrete beams or other concrete projections, piping shall be sleeved through the beam or projection, rather than hung below. Provide sleeves where required and locate where approved by the Architect.

E. Cut pipe accurately to measurements established at the building and install into position without springing or forcing. All open ends of pipes shall be capped or otherwise closed until the systems are closed with final connections.

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F. No pipe joints nearer than 12" to a wall, ceiling or floor penetration will be permitted, unless joint is of the welded type.

G. Piping systems shall be made up straight and true and run at proper grades to permit proper flow of the contained material. Piping shall be graded for proper drainage.

H. Piping shall follow as closely as possible the routes shown on plans, which take into consideration conditions to be met at the site and in the building. Should any unforeseen conditions arise, lines shall be changed or rerouted as required after approval from the Architect.

I. All piping shall be installed with due regard to expansion and contraction and so as to prevent excessive strain and stress in the piping and in connections to equipment.

J. All piping shall be clean when it is installed; rust and/or dirt shall be removed.

K. Screw joints shall be made with taper threads, properly cut. Threads shall be cut using graphite and oil applied to the pipe only. When threads are cut on pipes, the ends shall be carefully reamed to remove any burrs. Pipe shall be up-ended and hammered to remove all shavings and foreign material, before installing.

L. Requirements for assembling joints in cast iron and copper lines are set forth elsewhere in these specifications. For any special materials, consult the manufacturers for the recommended procedures in assembling the joints.

M. This Contractor shall provide wall or ceiling access doors for unrestricted access to all concealed items of the HVAC system.

N. Install roof pipe penetrations through sleeves, and flash with membrane flashing and roofing mastic compatible with roofing system. Roofing Supplier/Contractor shall approve roof penetration and flashing.

O. For additional installation requirements, refer to individual sections in Division 23.

3.4 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Perform cutting and patching associated with the work in strict accordance with the provisions of Division 1 of these Specifications and the following:

1. Coordinate work to minimize cutting and patching work. Cut and patch walls, floors, etc., resulting from work in existing construction or by failure to provide proper openings or recesses in new construction. If cutting and patching is required, it shall be performed by trades specializing in that type work.

2. Perform Architect-approved cutting and demolition by methods which will prevent damage to other portions of the work and provide proper surfaces to receive installation of new work and/or repair.

a. Openings cut through concrete and masonry shall be made with masonry saws and/or core drills and at such locations acceptable to the Architect. Impact-type equipment will not be used except where specifically acceptable to the Architect.

b. Openings in precast concrete slabs or walls for pipes, etc., shall be core drilled to exact size. Oversize the hole to allow for link seals, and to deter pipe corrosion condensation from forming.

c. Where openings are cut through masonry walls, provide and install lintels or other structural supports to protect the remaining masonry. Adequate supports shall be provided during the cutting operation to prevent any damage to the masonry occasioned by the operation. All structural members, supports, etc., shall be of the proper size and shape, and shall be installed in a manner acceptable to the Architect.

d. Openings cut through plaster or drywall shall be cut prior to plaster finish coat or texture coat on drywall. Cutting of the finish coat of plaster or texture coat of drywall will not be permitted unless written approval of the Architect is obtained.

e. Openings shall be restored and/or repaired as required to replace the cut surface to an "as-new" and/or "as original" condition. Refer to the appropriate section of the specifications for the material involved.

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3. Perform fitting and adjusting of products to provide finished installation complying with the specified tolerances and finishes.

4. Provide all core drilling of holes. Where sleeves and/or blockouts are required, they shall be cut or provided at locations required. On completion of this work or as work progresses, make all repairs and do all patching required as a result of work under this Contract. All patching shall be performed in a manner that will restore the surrounding work to its original condition to the satisfaction of the Architect.

5. Assume responsibility for the proper size of all sleeves and/or blockouts in the building structure pertaining to the work and for providing the correct location of pipe sleeves and/or blockouts.

6. No cutting, boring or excavating which will weaken the structure will be permitted.

3.5 EXISTING UTILITIES AND TEMPORARY SERVICES FOR CONSTRUCTION

A. Verify the location and capacity of existing utility services pertaining to work of Division 21.

Relocate existing utilities unearthed by excavation as directed by the utility service companies affected.

1. Temporary Services for Construction

2. Provide temporary services in strict accordance with the provisions of these specifications.

B. When any piece of HVAC equipment is operable and it is to the advantage of the Contractor to operate the equipment, he may do so, providing that he properly supervises the operation, and has the Architect’s written permission to do so. The warranty period shall, however, not commence until such time as the equipment is operated for the beneficial use of the Owner, or date of substantial completion, whichever occurs first.

C. Regardless of whether or not the equipment has or has not been operated, the Contractor shall properly clean the equipment, install clean filter media, properly adjust, and complete all deficiency list items before final acceptance by the Owner. The date of acceptance and performance certification will be the same date.

3.6 DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION

A. The Contractor shall modify, remove, and/or relocate all materials and items so indicated on the Drawings or required by the installation of new facilities. All removals and/or dismantling shall be conducted in a manner as to produce maximum salvage. Salvage materials shall remain the property of the Owner, and shall be delivered to such destination or otherwise disposed of as directed by the Owner. Materials and/or items scheduled for relocation and which are damaged during dismantling or reassembly operations shall be repaired and restored to good operative condition.