220100_plumbing_requirements_JPB.pdf

CHICOPEE ARMORY REHABILITATION MMD PROJECT NO. 985101

CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS ISSUED FOR BID - 05/20/11

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SECTION 220100

BASIC PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies the basic requirements for plumbing installations and includes requirements common to more than one section. It expands and supplements the requirements specified in sections of Division 1.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Section 210500, “Basic Fire Protection Materials and Methods” for Fire Protection

Contractor coordination drawing requirements.

2. Section 220553, “Plumbing Identification” for valve tag schedules.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Complete and Operational System: A Plumbing system that has been installed, tested, cleaned, signed-off by appropriate Authority and made operational. Completion of Owner training to be part of this requirement.

B. Plumbing Contractor: The project Contractor responsible for the installation of the Plumbing systems and equipment. This designation refers to the a Contractor who performs the Plumbing work.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. General: See Division 1 for general submittal and product substitution requirements.

B. LEED Submittal:

1. Product Data for Prerequisite EA 2: Documentation indicating that units comply with applicable requirements in ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1.

2. Product Data for Prerequisite EA 3: Documentation indicating that refrigerants comply.

3. Product Data for Credit EA 4: Documentation indicating that equipment and refrigerants comply.

4. Product Data for Prerequisite IEQ 1: Documentation indicating that units comply with

ASHRAE 62.1, Section 5 - "Systems and Equipment."

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5. Product Data for Credit IEQ 4.1: For solvent cements and adhesive primers, documentation including printed statement of VOC content.

6. Laboratory Test Reports for Credit IEQ 4: For solvent cements and adhesive primers, documentation indicating that products comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of

Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental

Chambers."

C. Pre-Construction Submittals: Submit the following items prior to commencing with installations.

1. Coordination Drawings.

2. Schedule of Plumbing Submittals and Closeout Procedures.

D. During Construction: Submit at earliest possible date but not later than 50% completion of plumbing work as determined by schedule of values.

1. Operation and Maintenance Manual Table of Contents.

2. Schedule of Plumbing Submittals and Closeout Procedures with updated current status information.

E. Post Construction: Submit the following at least fifteen (15) days before requesting site review for Substantial Completion.

1. Project Record Documents; as-builts.

2. Operation and Maintenance manuals.

3. Warranties.

4. Completed Schedule of Plumbing Submittals and Closeout Procedures.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: All work shall be performed by qualified journeymen of their respective trades who are employed by a firm that can demonstrate successful experience with work similar in type, quality and extent to the work required by this project.

1.6 BASIS OF PLUMBING DESIGNS

A. General: The following information is intended to provide an overview of the intent and operation of the project Plumbing systems. It is not intended that each and every project

Plumbing scope item be captured herein. The absence of a specific item or system in the descriptions below does not absolve the Plumbing Contractor(s) from providing the work identified by other Sections and the Drawings.

1. The Plumbing Contractor(s) shall provide a complete and operational systems and installations.

B. Plumbing Design Criteria:

1. Domestic cold water.

2. Domestic hot water.

3. Natural Gas.

4. Sanitary, waste and vent.

5. Storm Drainage (alternate #1).

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1.7 COMMISSIONING

A. Commissioning of Plumbing systems is part of this project. See Section 220800 series Sections for Plumbing Contractor requirements with regards to this process.

1.8 CODES, STANDARDS AND AUTHORITIES

A. General: The following listing is intended to identify the major Codes, Standards, and

Authorities Having Jurisdiction, (AHJ’s) for the project. This information is at least partially provided on the G-000 series Drawings as well. In the event that there is a discrepancy between the information contained herein and that on the G-000 Drawings, the information herein shall govern.

1. In the event that an item is included on the G-000 Drawings and is not listed herein, compliance with the requirements of said item is required.

2. The exclusion of an applicable Code, Standard, or AHJ in the list below does not absolve the Contractor from meeting the requirements of said Code, Standard or AHJ.

B. Codes: Work performed on the project must comply with the requirements of the following

Codes:

1. Building Code of Massachussetts.

2. Fire Code of Massachussetts.

3. Mechanical Code of Massachussetts.

4. Fuel Gas and Plumbing Code of Massachussetts.

C. Standards: Work performed on the project must comply with the requirements of the following

Industry Standards:

1. ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers

2. ANSI – American National Standards Institute

3. ASHRAE – American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers

4. ARI – American Refrigeration Institute

5. ASTM – American Society of Testing and Materials

6. NEBB – National Environmental Balancing Bureau

7. NFPA – National Fire Protection Association

8. UL – Underwriters” Laboratories

1.9 DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. General: The drawings and specifications are complimentary.

1. What is shown or noted on the drawings, but not mentioned in the specifications, automatically becomes a part of the specifications.

2. What is noted in the specifications, but not shown on the drawings, automatically becomes a part of the drawings.

3. Conflicts between the requirements of the drawings and the specifications must be brought to the immediate attention of the Architect/Engineer.

a. The more stringent requirement will apply, unless ruled otherwise by the

Architect/Engineer.

b. When conflicts or discrepancies are noted, no work shall proceed until the conflict or discrepancy has been resolved by the Architect/Engineer.

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B. Plumbing Drawings and Division 22 Specification Sections: The Plumbing Contractor shall bear the responsibility of determining full extent of work required by Contract Documents. The

Plumbing Contractor shall refer to site, architectural, structural, electrical and other Drawings and Specification Sections that indicate types of construction with which work of this Section must be coordinated. The Plumbing Contractor shall review the work with the General

Contractor / Construction Manager to establish the extent of work for their trade, and to determine whether there will be any interference with the work of other trades. If the work is later found to include work required to complete and coordinate the work or another trade, or to interfere with the work of another trade then the changes required to complete the work or to eliminate the interference shall be made without additional cost to the Owner.

1. The Drawings schematically indicate the order of connection of the various system components. Each and every nuance and detail in not indicated. Whether specifically shown or not, all items shall be connected in accordance with Code, the details provided, accepted trade practices, and the intent of the Contract Documents. Coordinate with the other trades.

C. Exact locations of ceiling mounted items shall be as shown and detailed on the Architectural reflected ceiling plans.

D. System components (thermostats, sensors, volume dampers, access doors, etc.) are identified throughout the Drawings for proper system operation. If any component is inadvertently omitted from the drawings, provide that component as per a similar location.

1.10 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. General: See Division 1 for product substitution requirements.

1. No substitute materials or equipment shall be incorporated in the work without the written approval of the Architect/Engineer.

B. Substitute materials and equipment submitted for approval must fit within the spaces available with neither substantial alteration nor increased pressure drops or friction losses.

C. Approval of substitute materials or equipment by the Architect/Engineer shall not relieve the contractor from his responsibility to provide a complete and operational plumbing system.

D. The Architect/Engineer's decision as to the equality or acceptability of proposed substitutions for the materials and equipment specified shall be final.

1. Any additional costs incurred by such substitutions, including additional costs to other trades, or engineering design costs, shall be borne by the Contractor. This includes costs associated with the design and installation of infrastructure and support systems to facilitate a proposed substitution. This cost will be borne by the Plumbing Contractor.

1.11 SCHEDULE OF PLUMBING SUBMITTALS AND CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. General: In conjunction with submittal scheduling requirements detailed in Section 013200, prepare a separate Schedule of Plumbing Submittals and Closeout Procedures.

B. Schedule shall list the following information for each required submittal:

1. Specification Section number and title.

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2. Product Name or Description of Work Covered.

3. Submittal Tracking Number.

4. Required submission relative to construction:

a. Pre-construction (prior to fabrication/installation of product).

b. During construction.

c. Post-construction.

5. Submittal Status:

a. NC: Final Approval Not Complete

b. A: Approved.

6. Owner Training: Indicate if Owner Training is required.

a. NC: Training not performed or not completed.

b. A: Approved/Training Completed.

7. Spare Materials and Parts.

1.12 PLUMBING SUBMITTALS

A. General: Refer to Division 1 for submittal definitions, requirements and procedures.

B. Submittal of shop drawings, certified performance data, and samples will be accepted only when submitted per Division 1. Data submitted from subcontractors and material suppliers directly to the Architect/Engineer will not be processed.

C. Submittals for each plumbing trade shall be complete, including all items for which submission and approval is required, and each sheet containing performance data shall be clearly highlighted and marked for the appropriate model or type of equipment to be reviewed.

Intended use shall be written on each submittal sheet for each different type of equipment or material to be reviewed (i.e. valves for domestic water or heating hot water, etc.). Incomplete or unmarked submittals WILL BE RETURNED to the Contractor without action.

D. Submittals shall be organized by specification Section and shall be clearly labeled. Submittals for HVAC and Plumbing items covered by a “shared” mechanical specification Section, (i.e., hangers and supports, insulation) shall be separate and clearly labeled as to the trade intended.

1. Unclear and/or mixed submittals will not be processed.

E. When two or more items of the same material or equipment are required, (i.e., plumbing fixtures, pumps, water heaters and valves,) they shall be products of the same manufacturer insofar as possible.

1. This does not apply to raw or bulk materials such as pipe and fittings, sheet metal, etc.

1.13 RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. General: Refer to Division 1 for requirements.

B. As work progresses, mark Drawings to indicate revisions to piping and ductwork, size and location including locations dampers and other control devices, filters, boxes and similar units requiring periodic maintenance or repair; actual equipment locations, dimensioned for column lines; mains and branches of piping systems, with valves and control devices located and numbered; Change Orders; concealed control system devices.

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C. Mark specifications to indicate approved substitutions; Change Orders; actual equipment and materials used.

D. At completion of work and prior to final request for payment, the Plumbing Subcontractor(s) shall submit a complete set of reproducible record drawings showing all systems as actually installed. Drawings submitted shall be in the following format:

1. CADD generated.

a. SMRT design Drawing files may be available as a starting point for CADD generated drawings. A release form will need to be signed to facilitate this.

b. CADD generated drawings shall be ultimately delivered in AutoCAD 2007 format on DVD format.

2. Valve Tags: Record drawings to include valve tag markers which correspond to the valve tag chart provided under the O&M Manual Section.

1.14 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, (O&M) MANUALS

A. General: Refer to Division 1 for procedures and requirements for preparation and submittal of

O&M Manuals.

B. Table of Contents: Prepare Table of Contents of O&M Manual and submit in accordance with

Section 1.4.

C. Systems Descriptions: Provide description of function, normal operating characteristics and limitations, performance curves, engineering data and tests, and complete nomenclature and commercial numbers of all replaceable parts.

D. Operating Procedures: Provide manufacturer's printed data, including start-up, break-in, routine and normal operating instructions; regulation control, stopping, shut-down, and emergency instructions; and summer and winter operating instructions.

E. Maintenance Procedures: Provide for routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting;

disassembly, repair, and reassembly; aligning and adjusting instructions.

F. Servicing Instructions: Provide instructions, lubrication charts and schedules.

G. Product Data: Provide copies of all approved submittals.

H. Valve Schedules: Include valve tag charts in the O&M Manuals. Valve tag charts are as per

Section 220553, “Plumbing Identification.”

1.15 OWNER TRAINING

A. General: Refer to Division 1 for general requirements.

1.16 WARRANTIES

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A. Refer to Division 1 for project requirements for warranties. Individual warranties are required for each item of power driven or other plumbing equipment having moving parts, and wherever else specified in Division 22.

1. Submit the warranties specified in Division 22 in a vinyl covered, three ring binder, tabulated and indexed for easy reference.

B. Provide complete warranty information for each item, to include date of commencement;

duration; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers and procedures for filing claims and obtaining warranty services.

C. Duration of warranties shall be not less than one year from the date of substantial completion of the facility unless prior approval has been granted in writing by the Architect/Engineer. If the manufacturer's warranty expires less than one year from the date of substantial completion, that warranty service and replacement of parts shall be provided by the plumbing subcontractor at no cost to the Owner.

1.17 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. General: Refer to Division 1 for material procurement requirements.

B. Deliver products to project properly identified with names, model numbers, types, grades, compliance labels, and similar information needed for distinct identifications; adequately packaged and protected to prevent damage during shipment, storage, and handling.

C. Store equipment and materials at the site, unless off-site storage is authorized in writing. Protect stored equipment and materials from damage.

D. Coordinate deliveries of plumbing materials and equipment to minimize construction site congestion. Limit each shipment of materials and equipment to the items and quantities needed for the smooth and efficient flow of installations.

1.18 ENERGY EFFICIENCY

A. All equipment shall have minimum efficiency as described in ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2004, January 1, 2004 requirements. All equipment suppliers must be aware of the requirements and submitted equipment shall meet these minimum requirements.

1.19 REFRIGERANTS AND OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. The Plumbing Contractor shall be responsible for the capture, removal, and disposal of materials resulting from the Work.

1. Comply with the requirements of applicable Codes, Standards and Authorities.

1.20 DIVISION OF PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL RESPONSIBILITY

A. General: Line voltage switches, fused switches, outlets, motor starters, power wiring and fuses necessary to connect and operate all electrically powered equipment specified herein will be

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furnished and installed as a part of the total project. Coordinate work with Division 26. The intent is to have a complete and operational system. The Plumbing Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing and installing the equipment necessary to provide for the complete and operational system.

B. Motor Starters: Where not specified in Division 22, shall be furnished and installed under

Division 26.

C. Power Wiring: Wiring for equipment shall be furnished and installed as specified under

Division 26.

D. Temperature Control Wiring: Wiring and interlocks shall be furnished and installed under

Division 23.

E. Disconnect Switches: Where not specified in Division 22, shall be furnished and installed under Division 26.

1.21 TEMPORARY HEATING

A. Refer to Division 1 requirements regarding temporary facilities during construction.

B. The Plumbing Contractor shall provide necessary heating equipment, fuel sources, water treatment, and related items as necessary to meet the intent of the requirements.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS – NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 START UP AND TESTING

A. General: Contractor shall provide all fuel for startup and testing of all equipment provided in this section. Refer to Division 1 for responsibility of electrical power.

B. The Plumbing Contractor is responsible for startup of all equipment provided in Division 22

Sections.

C. The Plumbing Contractor shall verify that systems are complete and operational before commencing with balancing work.

D. Prior to balancing, ensure the following conditions:

1. Systems are started and operating in a safe and normal condition.

2. Temperature control systems are installed complete and operable.

3. Proper thermal overload protection is in place for electrical equipment.

4. Service and balance valves are open.

E. Power Outage Test: Entire control system and all plumbing equipment shall be run through a simulated site power outage with emergency generator operation and shall regain standard operation sequences when normal power is restored.

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F. Owner Witness of Test: The Owner shall witness final power outage test. entire control system and all plumbing equipment shall pass power outage test prior to Owner witness.

3.2 FUNCTIONAL TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

A. General: The entirety of the Plumbing Equipment and Controls System shall be tested for functional performance for specified operation and control sequences.

B. Additional functional testing and commissioning requirements are as identified in 220800 series

Sections.

3.3 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Refer to Division 1 for general requirements regarding final cleaning.

END OF SECTION 220100