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This document includes a solicitation for a federal construction contract opportunity and the related project description. The solicitation is for a contractor to remodel a pharmacy compounding area at a Veterans Affairs medical center to meet USP 800 requirements, including building a new segregated compounding area. The project value is between $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. The solicitation is set aside solely for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The work will be performed in New Orleans, Louisiana, and offers are due by the date specified in the solicitation. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and Vendor Information Pages databases. The NAICS code for this project is 236220.

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Renovate Pharmacy for USP 800 Requirements 09-11

VAMC New Orleans LA

SECTION 23 09 23

DIRECT-DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HVAC

PART 1 ‑ GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A.

The controls system shall seamlessly integrate into the existing Johnson Controls, Inc. Metasys Version 8 controls system. Provide all necessary devices, LAN system additions, programming, and gateways for a complete system implementing the indicated sequence of controls and points list.

PART 1 - The direct-digital control system(s) shall consist of high-speed, peer-to-peer network of DDC controllers, a control system server, and an Engineering Control Center. Provide a remote user using a standard web browser to access the control system graphics and change adjustable setpoints with the proper password.

PART 1 - The direct-digital control system(s) shall be native BACnet. All new workstations, controllers, devices and components shall be listed by BACnet Testing Laboratories. All new workstations, controller, devices and components shall be accessible using a Web browser interface and shall communicate exclusively using the ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135 BACnet communications protocol without the use of gateways, unless otherwise allowed by this Section of the technical specifications, specifically shown on the design drawings and specifically requested otherwise by the VA.

PART 1 - If used, gateways shall support the ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135 BACnet communications protocol.

PART 1 - If used, gateways shall provide all object properties and read/write services shown on VA-approved interoperability schedules.

PART 1 - The work administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall include all labor, materials, special tools, equipment, enclosures, power supplies, software, software licenses, Project specific software configurations and database entries, interfaces, wiring, tubing, installation, labeling, engineering, calibration, documentation, submittals, testing, verification, training services, permits and licenses, transportation, shipping, handling, administration, supervision, management, insurance, Warranty, specified services and items required for complete and fully functional Controls Systems.

PART 1 - The control systems shall be designed such that each mechanical system shall operate under stand-alone mode. The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall provide controllers for each mechanical system. In the event of a network communication failure, or the loss of any other controller, the control system shall continue to operate independently. Failure of the ECC shall have no effect on the field controllers, including those involved with global strategies.

PART 1 - Some products are furnished but not installed by the contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications. The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall formally coordinate in writing and receive from other contractors formal acknowledgements in writing prior to submission the installation of the products. These products include the following:

PART 1 - Control valves.

PART 1 - Flow switches.

PART 1 - Flow meters.

PART 1 - Sensor wells and sockets in piping.

PART 1 - Some products are not provided by, but are nevertheless integrated with the work executed by, the contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications. The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall formally coordinate in writing and receive from other contractors formal acknowledgements in writing prior to submission the particulars of the products. These products include the following:

PART 1 - Fire alarm systems. If zoned fire alarm is required by the project-specific requirements, this interface shall require multiple relays, which are provided and installed by the fire alarm system contractor, to be monitored.

PART 1 - Variable frequency drives. These controls, shall be native BACnet.

PART 1 - The following systems have limited control (as individually noted below) from the ECC:

PART 1 - USP 797/800 rooms: pressure outside of acceptable limit alarms.

PART 1 - Responsibility Table:

Work/Item/System
Furnish
Install
Low Voltage Wiring
Line Power
Control system low voltage and communication wiring
23 09 23
23 09 23
23 09 23
N/A
LAN conduits and raceway
23 09 23
23 09 23
N/A
N/A
Automatic damper actuators
23 09 23
23 09 23
23 09 23
23 09 23
Manual valves
23
23
N/A
N/A
Automatic valves
23 09 23
23
23 09 23
23 09 23
Pipe insertion devices and taps, flow and pressure stations.
23
23
N/A
N/A
Thermowells
23 09 23
23
N/A
N/A
Current Switches
23 09 23
23 09 23
23 09 23
N/A
Control Relays
23 09 23
23 09 23
23 09 23
N/A
All control system nodes, equipment, housings, enclosures and panels.
23 09 23
23 09 23
23 09 23
26
Smoke detectors
28 31 00
28 31 00
28 31 00
28 31 00
VFDs
23 09 23
26
23 09 23
26
Fire Alarm shutdown relay interlock wiring
28
28
28
26
Control system monitoring of fire alarm smoke control relay
28
28
23 09 23
28

PART 1 - This facility’s existing direct-digital control system is manufactured by Johnson Controls Inc. Metasys Version 8 The existing system’s top-end communications is via dedicated controls LAN. The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall observe the capabilities, communication network, services, spare capacity of the existing control system and its ECC prior to beginning work and integrate all of the work of this project into existing ECC.

PART 1 - This campus has standardized on an existing standard ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135, BACnet/IP Control System supported by a preselected controls service company. This entity is referred to as the “Control System Integrator” in this Section of the technical specifications. The Control system integrator is responsible for ECC system graphics and expansion. It also prescribes control system-specific commissioning/ verification procedures to the contractor administered by this Section of the technical specification. It lastly provides limited assistance to the contractor administered by this Section of the technical specification in its commissioning/verification work.

PART 1 - The General Contractor of this project shall directly hire the Control System Integrator in a contract separate from the contract procuring the controls contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications.

PART 1 - The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall coordinate all work with the Control System Integrator. The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall integrate the ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135, BACnet/IP control network(s) with the Control System Integrator’s area control through an Ethernet connection provided by the Control System Integrator.

PART 1 - The contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications shall provide a peer-to-peer networked, stand-alone, distributed control system. This direct digital control (DDC) system shall include one portable operator terminal - laptop, one digital display unit, microprocessor-based controllers, instrumentation, end control devices, wiring, piping, software, and related systems. This contractor is responsible for all device mounting and wiring.

PART 1 - Responsibility Table:

Item/Task
Section 23 09 23 contactor
Control system integrator
VA

ECC expansion

X

ECC programming

X

Devices, controllers, control panels and equipment
X
Point addressing: all hardware and software points including setpoint, calculated point, data point(analog/ binary), and reset schedule point
X

Point mapping

X

Network Programming
X

ECC Graphics

X

Controller programming and sequences
X
Integrity of LAN communications
X
Electrical wiring
X

Operator system training

X

LAN connections to devices
X

LAN connections to ECC

X

IP addresses

X

Overall system verification

X

Controller and LAN system verification
X

G.

The direct-digital control system shall start and stop equipment, move (position) damper actuators and valve actuators, and vary speed of equipment to execute the mission of the control system. Use electricity as the motive force for all damper and valve actuators.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A.

Section 23 21 13, Hydronic Piping.

B.

Section 23 22 13, Steam and Condensate Heating Piping.

C.

Section 23 31 00, HVAC Ducts and Casings.

D.

Section 23 73 00, Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units.

1.3 definitionS A.

Algorithm: A logical procedure for solving a recurrent mathematical problem; A prescribed set of well-defined rules or processes for the solution of a problem in a finite number of steps.

B.

ARCNET: ANSI/ATA 878.1 - Attached Resource Computer Network. ARCNET is a deterministic LAN technology; meaning it's possible to determine the maximum delay before a device is able to transmit a message.

C.

Analog: A continuously varying signal value (e.g., temperature, current, velocity etc.

D.

BACnet: A Data Communication Protocol for Building Automation and Control Networks, ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135. This communications protocol allows diverse building automation devices to communicate data over and services over a network.

E.

BACnet/IP: Annex J of ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135. It defines and allows for using a reserved UDP socket to transmit BACnet messages over IP networks. A BACnet/IP network is a collection of one or more IP sub-networks that share the same BACnet network number.

F.

BACnet Internetwork: Two or more BACnet networks connected with routers. The two networks may sue different LAN technologies.

G.

BACnet Network: One or more BACnet segments that have the same network address and are interconnected by bridges at the physical and data link layers.

H.

BACnet Segment: One or more physical segments of BACnet devices on a BACnet network, connected at the physical layer by repeaters.

I.

BACnet Broadcast Management Device (BBMD): A communications device which broadcasts BACnet messages to all BACnet/IP devices and other BBMDs connected to the same BACnet/IP network.

J.

BACnet Interoperability Building Blocks (BIBBs): BACnet Interoperability Building Blocks (BIBBs) are collections of one or more BACnet services. These are prescribed in terms of an "A" and a "B" device. Both of these devices are nodes on a BACnet internetwork.

K.

BACnet Testing Laboratories (BTL). The organization responsible for testing products for compliance with the BACnet standard, operated under the direction of BACnet International.

L.

Baud: It is a signal change in a communication link. One signal change can represent one or more bits of information depending on type of transmission scheme. Simple peripheral communication is normally one bit per Baud. (e.g., Baud rate = 78,000 Baud/sec is 78,000 bits/sec, if one signal change = 1 bit).

M.

Binary: A two-state system where a high signal level represents an "ON" condition and an "OFF" condition is represented by a low signal level.

N.

BMP or bmp: Suffix, computerized image file, used after the period in a DOS-based computer file to show that the file is an image stored as a series of pixels.

O.

Bus Topology: A network topology that physically interconnects workstations and network devices in parallel on a network segment.

P.

Control Unit (CU): Generic term for any controlling unit, stand-alone, microprocessor based, digital controller residing on secondary LAN or Primary LAN, used for local controls or global controls Q.

Deadband: A temperature range over which no heating or cooling is supplied, i.e., 22-25 degrees C (72-78 degrees F), as opposed to a single point change over or overlap).

R.

Device: a control system component that contains a BACnet Device Object and uses BACnet to communicate with other devices.

S.

Device Object: Every BACnet device requires one Device Object, whose properties represent the network visible properties of that device. Every Device Object requires a unique Object Identifier number on the BACnet internetwork. This number is often referred to as the device instance.

T.

Device Profile: A specific group of services describing BACnet capabilities of a device, as defined in ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135, Annex L. Standard device profiles include BACnet Operator Workstations (B-OWS), BACnet Building Controllers (B-BC), BACnet Advanced Application Controllers (B-AAC), BACnet Application Specific Controllers (B-ASC), BACnet Smart Actuator (B-SA), and BACnet Smart Sensor (B-SS). Each device used in new construction is required to have a PICS statement listing which service and BIBBs are supported by the device.

U.

Diagnostic Program: A software test program, which is used to detect and report system or peripheral malfunctions and failures. Generally, this system is performed at the initial startup of the system.

V.

Direct Digital Control (DDC): Microprocessor based control including Analog/Digital conversion and program logic. A control loop or subsystem in which digital and analog information is received and processed by a microprocessor, and digital control signals are generated based on control algorithms and transmitted to field devices in order to achieve a set of predefined conditions.

W.

Distributed Control System: A system in which the processing of system data is decentralized and control decisions can and are made at the subsystem level. System operational programs and information are provided to the remote subsystems and status is reported back to the Engineering Control Center. Upon the loss of communication with the Engineering Control center, the subsystems shall be capable of operating in a stand-alone mode using the last best available data.

X.

Download: The electronic transfer of programs and data files from a central computer or operation workstation with secondary memory devices to remote computers in a network (distributed) system.

Y.

DXF: An AutoCAD 2-D graphics file format. Many CAD systems import and export the DXF format for graphics interchange.

Z.

Electrical Control: A control circuit that operates on line or low voltage and uses a mechanical means, such as a temperature sensitive bimetal or bellows, to perform control functions, such as actuating a switch or positioning a potentiometer.

AA.

Electronic Control: A control circuit that operates on low voltage and uses a solid-state components to amplify input signals and perform control functions, such as operating a relay or providing an output signal to position an actuator.

BB.

Engineering Control Center (ECC): The centralized control point for the intelligent control network. The ECC comprises of personal computer and connected devices to form a single workstation.

CC.

Ethernet: A trademark for a system for exchanging messages between computers on a local area network using coaxial, fiber optic, or twisted-pair cables.

DD.

Firmware: Firmware is software programmed into read only memory (ROM) chips. Software may not be changed without physically altering the chip.

EE.

Gateway: Communication hardware connecting two or more different protocols. It translates one protocol into equivalent concepts for the other protocol. In BACnet applications, a gateway has BACnet on one side and non-BACnet (usually proprietary) protocols on the other side.

FF.

GIF: Abbreviation of Graphic interchange format.

GG.

Graphic Program (GP): Program used to produce images of air handler systems, fans, chillers, pumps, and building spaces. These images can be animated and/or color-coded to indicate operation of the equipment.

HH.

Graphic Sequence of Operation: It is a graphical representation of the sequence of operation, showing all inputs and output logical blocks.

II.

I/O Unit: The section of a digital control system through which information is received and transmitted. I/O refers to analog input (AI, digital input (DI), analog output (AO) and digital output (DO). Analog signals are continuous and represent temperature, pressure, flow rate etc, whereas digital signals convert electronic signals to digital pulses (values), represent motor status, filter status, on-off equipment etc.

JJ.

I/P: a method for conveying and routing packets of information over LAN paths. User Datagram Protocol (UDP) conveys information to “sockets” without confirmation of receipt. Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) establishes "sessions", which have end-to-end confirmation and guaranteed sequence of delivery.

KK.

JPEG: A standardized image compression mechanism stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group, the original name of the committee that wrote the standard.

LL.

Local Area Network (LAN): A communication bus that interconnects operator workstation and digital controllers for peer-to-peer communications, sharing resources and exchanging information.

MM.

Network Repeater: A device that receives data packet from one network and rebroadcasts to another network. No routing information is added to the protocol.

NN.

MS/TP: Master-slave/token-passing (ISO/IEC 8802, Part 3). It is not an acceptable LAN option for VA health-care facilities. It uses twisted-pair wiring for relatively low speed and low cost communication.

OO.

Native BACnet Device: A device that uses BACnet as its primary method of communication with other BACnet devices without intermediary gateways. A system that uses native BACnet devices at all levels is a native BACnet system.

PP.

Network Number: A site-specific number assigned to each network segment to identify for routing. This network number must be unique throughout the BACnet internetwork.

QQ.

Object: The concept of organizing BACnet information into standard components with various associated properties. Examples include analog input objects and binary output objects.

RR.

Object Identifier: An object property used to identify the object, including object type and instance. Object Identifiers must be unique within a device.

SS.

Object Properties: Attributes of an object. Examples include present value and high limit properties of an analog input object. Properties are defined in ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135; some are optional and some are required. Objects are controlled by reading from and writing to object properties.

TT.

Operating system (OS): Software, which controls the execution of computer application programs.

UU.

PCX: File type for an image file. When photographs are scanned onto a personal computer they can be saved as PCX files and viewed or changed by a special application program as Photo Shop.

VV.

Peripheral: Different components that make the control system function as one unit. Peripherals include monitor, printer, and I/O unit.

WW.

Peer-to-Peer: A networking architecture that treats all network stations as equal partners- any device can initiate and respond to communication with other devices.

XX.

PICS: Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement, describing the BACnet capabilities of a device. All BACnet devices have published PICS.

YY.

PID: Proportional, integral, and derivative control, used to control modulating equipment to maintain a setpoint.

ZZ.

Repeater: A network component that connects two or more physical segments at the physical layer.

AAA.

Router: a component that joins together two or more networks using different LAN technologies. Examples include joining a BACnet Ethernet LAN to a BACnet MS/TP LAN.

BBB.

Sensors: devices measuring state points or flows, which are then transmitted back to the DDC system.

CCC.

Thermostats : devices measuring temperatures, which are used in control of standalone or unitary systems and equipment not attached to the DDC system.

1.4 quality assurance

A.

Criteria:

1.

Single Source Responsibility of subcontractor: The Contractor shall obtain hardware and software supplied under this Section and delegate the responsibility to a single source controls installation subcontractor. The controls subcontractor shall be responsible for the complete design, installation, and commissioning of the system. The controls subcontractor shall be in the business of design, installation and service of such building automation control systems similar in size and complexity.

2.

Equipment and Materials: Equipment and materials shall be cataloged products of manufacturers regularly engaged in production and installation of HVAC control systems. Products shall be manufacturer’s latest standard design and have been tested and proven in actual use.

3.

The controls subcontractor shall provide a list of no less than five similar projects which have building control systems as specified in this Section. These projects must be on-line and functional such that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) representative would observe the control systems in full operation.

4.

The controls subcontractor shall have in-place facility within 50 miles with technical staff, spare parts inventory for the next five (5) years, and necessary test and diagnostic equipment to support the control systems.

5.

The controls subcontractor shall have minimum of three years experience in design and installation of building automation systems similar in performance to those specified in this Section. Provide evidence of experience by submitting resumes of the project manager, the local branch manager, project engineer, the application engineering staff, and the electronic technicians who would be involved with the supervision, the engineering, and the installation of the control systems. Training and experience of these personnel shall not be less than three years. Failure to disclose this information will be a ground for disqualification of the supplier.

6.

Provide a competent and experienced Project Manager employed by the Controls Contractor. The Project Manager shall be supported as necessary by other Contractor employees in order to provide professional engineering, technical and management service for the work. The Project Manager shall attend scheduled Project Meetings as required and shall be empowered to make technical, scheduling and related decisions on behalf of the Controls Contractor.

B.

Codes and Standards:

1.

All work shall conform to the applicable Codes and Standards.

2.

Electronic equipment shall conform to the requirements of FCC Regulation, Part 15, Governing Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Interference, and be so labeled.

1.5 performance

A.

The system shall conform to the following:

1.

Graphic Display: The system shall display up to four (4) graphics on a single screen with a minimum of twenty (20) dynamic points per graphic. All current data shall be displayed within ten (10) seconds of the request.

2.

Graphic Refresh: The system shall update all dynamic points with current data within eight (8) seconds. Data refresh shall be automatic, without operator intervention.

3.

Object Command: The maximum time between the command of a binary object by the operator and the reaction by the device shall be two(2) seconds. Analog objects shall start to adjust within two (2) seconds.

4.

Object Scan: All changes of state and change of analog values shall be transmitted over the high-speed network such that any data used or displayed at a controller or work-station will be current, within the prior six (6) seconds.

5.

Alarm Response Time: The maximum time from when an object goes into alarm to when it is annunciated at the workstation shall not exceed (10) seconds.

6.

Program Execution Frequency: Custom and standard applications shall be capable of running as often as once every (5) seconds. The Contractor shall be responsible for selecting execution times consistent with the mechanical process under control.

7.

Multiple Alarm Annunciations: All workstations on the network shall receive alarms within five (5) seconds of each other.

8.

Performance: Programmable Controllers shall be able to execute DDC PID control loops at a selectable frequency from at least once every one (1) second. The controller shall scan and update the process value and output generated by this calculation at this same frequency.

9.

Reporting Accuracy: Listed below are minimum acceptable reporting end-to-end accuracies for all values reported by the specified system:

Measured Variable
Reported Accuracy
Space temperature
±0.5(C (±1(F)
Ducted air temperature
±0.5(C [±1(F]
Outdoor air temperature
±1.0(C [±2(F]
Relative humidity
±2% RH
Water flow
±1% of reading
Air pressure (ducts)
±25 Pa [±0.1"w.c.]
Air pressure (space)
±0.3 Pa [±0.001"w.c.]

Note 1: for both absolute and differential pressure 10.

Control stability and accuracy: Control sequences shall maintain measured variable at setpoint within the following tolerances:

Controlled Variable
Control Accuracy
Range of Medium
Air Pressure
±50 Pa (±0.2 in. w.g.)
0–1.5 kPa (0–6 in. w.g.)
Air Pressure
±3 Pa (±0.01 in. w.g.)
-25 to 25 Pa

(-0.1 to 0.1 in. w.g.)

Space Temperature
±1.0ºC (±2.0ºF)
Duct Temperature
±1.5ºC (±3ºF)
Humidity
±5% RH

11.

Extent of direct digital control: control design shall allow for at least the points indicated on the points lists on the drawings.

1.6 Warranty

A.

Labor and materials for control systems shall be warranted for a period as specified under Warranty in FAR clause 52.246-21.

B.

Control system failures during the warranty period shall be adjusted, repaired, or replaced at no cost or reduction in service to the owner. The system includes all computer equipment, transmission equipment, and all sensors and control devices.

C.

The on-line support service shall allow the Controls supplier to dial out over telephone lines to or connect via (through password-limited access) VPN through the internet monitor and control the facility’s building automation system. This remote connection to the facility shall be within two (2) hours of the time that the problem is reported. This coverage shall be extended to include normal business hours, after business hours, weekend and holidays. If the problem cannot be resolved with on-line support services, the Controls supplier shall dispatch the qualified personnel to the job site to resolve the problem within 24 hours after the problem is reported.

D.

Controls and Instrumentation subcontractor shall be responsible for temporary operations and maintenance of the control systems during the construction period until final commissioning, training of facility operators and acceptance of the project by VA.

1.7 SUBMITTALS

A.

Submit shop drawings in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B.

Manufacturer’s literature and data for all components including the following:

1.

A wiring diagram for each type of input device and output device including DDC controllers, modems, repeaters, etc. Diagram shall show how the device is wired and powered, showing typical connections at the digital controllers and each power supply, as well as the device itself. Show for all field connected devices, including but not limited to, control relays, motor starters, electric or electronic actuators, and temperature pressure, flow and humidity sensors and transmitters.

2.

A diagram of each terminal strip, including digital controller terminal strips, terminal strip location, termination numbers and the associated point names.

3.

Control dampers and control valves schedule, including the size and pressure drop.

4.

Catalog cut sheets of all equipment used. This includes, but is not limited to software (by manufacturer and by third parties), DDC controllers, panels, peripherals, airflow measuring stations and associated components, and auxiliary control devices such as sensors, actuators, and control dampers. When manufacturer’s cut sheets apply to a product series rather than a specific product, the data specifically applicable to the project shall be highlighted. Each submitted piece of literature and drawings should clearly reference the specification and/or drawings that it supposed to represent.

5.

Sequence of operations for each HVAC system and the associated control diagrams. Equipment and control labels shall correspond to those shown on the drawings.

6.

Color prints of proposed graphics with a list of points for display.

7.

Furnish a BACnet Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) for each BACnet-compliant device.

8.

Schematic wiring diagrams for all control, communication and power wiring. Provide a schematic drawing of the central system installation. Label all cables and ports with computer manufacturers’ model numbers and functions. Show all interface wiring to the control system.

9.

An instrumentation list for each controlled system. Each element of the controlled system shall be listed in table format. The table shall show element name, type of device, manufacturer, model number, and product data sheet number.

10.

Riser diagrams of wiring between central control unit and all control panels.

11.

Scaled plan drawings showing routing of LAN and locations of control panels, controllers, routers, gateways, ECC, and larger controlled devices.

12.

Construction details for all installed conduit, cabling, raceway, cabinets, and similar. Construction details of all penetrations and their protection.

13.

Quantities of submitted items may be reviewed but are the responsibility of the contractor administered by this Section of the technical specifications.

C.

Product Certificates: Compliance with Article, QUALITY ASSURANCE.

D.

Validation Test Plan: Along with manufacturer’s literature, product certificates, wiring and functional diagrams, and sequence of operations, submit for review and approval a Validation Test Plan which is specific to the work of this project and which references the specific controls component nomenclatures found in the control contractor’s wiring and functional diagrams and the specific sequences of controls for this project and which describes how the contractor will implement the controls system validation and demonstration as specified in paragraph 3.2 SYSTEM VALIDATION AND DEMONSTRATION found in this section.

E.

Licenses: Provide licenses for all software residing on and used by the Controls Systems and transfer these licenses to the Owner prior to completion.

F.

As Built Control Drawings:

1.

Furnish three (3) copies of as-built drawings for each control system. The documents shall be submitted for approval prior to final completion.

2.

Furnish one (1) stick set of applicable control system prints for each mechanical system for wall mounting. The documents shall be submitted for approval prior to final completion.

3.

Furnish one (1) CD-ROM in CAD DWG and/or .DXF format for the drawings noted in subparagraphs above.

G.

Operation and Maintenance (O/M) Manuals):

1.

Submit in accordance with Article, INSTRUCTIONS, in Specification Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

2.

Include the following documentation:

a.

General description and specifications for all components, including logging on/off, alarm handling, producing trend reports, overriding computer control, and changing set points and other variables.

b.

Detailed illustrations of all the control systems specified for ease of maintenance and repair/replacement procedures, and complete calibration procedures.

c.

One copy of the final version of all software provided including operating systems, programming language, operator workstation software, and graphics software.

d.

Complete troubleshooting procedures and guidelines for all systems.

e.

Complete operating instructions for all systems.

f.

Recommended preventive maintenance procedures for all system components including a schedule of tasks for inspection, cleaning and calibration. Provide a list of recommended spare parts needed to minimize downtime.

g.

Training Manuals: Submit the course outline and training material to the Owner for approval three (3) weeks prior to the training to VA facility personnel. These persons will be responsible for maintaining and the operation of the control systems, including programming. The Owner reserves the right to modify any or all of the course outline and training material.

h.

Licenses, guaranty, and other pertaining documents for all equipment and systems.

H.

Submit Performance Report to COR prior to final inspection.

1.8 INSTRUCTIONS

A.

Instructions to VA operations personnel: Perform in accordance with Article, INSTRUCTIONS, in Specification Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, and as noted below. Contractor shall also video tape instruction sessions noted below.

1. Formal instructions to the VA facilities personnel for a total of 16 hours, given in multiple training sessions (each no longer than four hours in length), conducted sometime between the completed installation and prior to the performance test period of the control system, at a time mutually agreeable to the Contractor and the VA.

2. The O/M Manuals shall contain approved submittals as outlined in Article 1.7, SUBMITTALS. The Controls subcontractor will review the manual contents with VA facilities personnel during second phase of training.

3. Training shall be given by direct employees of the controls system subcontractor.

1.9 project CONDITIONS (Environmental Conditions of Operation)

A.

The ECC and peripheral devices and system support equipment shall be designed to operate in ambient condition of 20 to 35(C (65 to 90(F) at a relative humidity of 20 to 80% non-condensing.

B.

The CUs used outdoors shall be mounted in NEMA 4 waterproof enclosures, and shall be rated for operation at –40 to 65(C (-40 to 150(F).

C.

All electronic equipment shall operate properly with power fluctuations of plus 10 percent to minus 15 percent of nominal supply voltage.

D.

Sensors and controlling devices shall be designed to operate in the environment, which they are sensing or controlling.

1.10 applicable publications

A.

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

B.

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE):

135-2016 BACNET® - A Data Communication Protocol for Building Automation and Control Networks

C.

Federal Communication Commission (FCC):

Rules and Regulations Title 47 Chapter 1-2001 Part 15: Radio Frequency Devices D.

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE):

802.3-2018 Information Technology-Telecommunications and Information Exchange between Systems-Local and Metropolitan Area Networks- Specific Requirements-Part 3: Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) Access method and Physical Layer Specifications

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

Use new products that the manufacturer is currently manufacturing and that have been installed in a minimum of 25 installations. Spare parts shall be available for at least five years after completion of this contract.

2.2 Controls System Architecture

General: Match Existing Johnson Controls, Inc. Metasys Version 8 architecture.

2.3 COMMUNICATION

Add to existing LAN systems as needed for work of this project.

2.4 Engineering COntrol Center (ECC)

Use existing Johnson Controls, Inc. Metasys Version 8 ECC.

2.5 PORTABLE OPERATOR’S TERMINAL (pot)

Not required.

2.6 BACnet protocol analyzer

Not required.

2.7 NETWORK AND DEVICE NAMING CONVENTION

Match existing.

2.8 BACnet DEVICES

A.

All BACnet Devices – controllers, gateways, routers, actuators and sensors shall conform to BACnet Device Profiles and shall be BACnet Testing Laboratories (BTL) -Listed as conforming to those Device Profiles. Protocol Implementation Conformance Statements (PICSs), describing the BACnet capabilities of the Devices shall be published and available of the Devices through links in the BTL website.

1.

BACnet Building Controllers, historically referred to as NACs, shall conform to the BACnet B-BC Device Profile, and shall be BTL-Listed as conforming to the B-BC Device Profile. The Device’s PICS shall be submitted.

2.

BACnet Advanced Application Controllers shall conform to the BACnet B-AAC Device Profile, and shall be BTL-Listed as conforming to the B-AAC Device Profile. The Device’s PICS shall be submitted.

3.

BACnet Application Specific Controllers shall conform to the BACnet B-ASC Device Profile, and shall be BTL-Listed as conforming to the B-ASC Device Profile. The Device’s PICS shall be submitted.

4.

BACnet Smart Actuators shall conform to the BACnet B-SA Device Profile, and shall be BTL-Listed as conforming to the B-SA Device Profile. The Device’s PICS shall be submitted.

5.

BACnet Smart Sensors shall conform to the BACnet B-SS Device Profile, and shall be BTL-Listed as conforming to the B-SS Device Profile. The Device’s PICS shall be submitted.

6.

BACnet routers and gateways shall conform to the BACnet B-OTH Device Profile, and shall be BTL-Listed as conforming to the B-OTH Device Profile. The Device’s PICS shall be submitted.

2.9 CONTROLLERS

A. General. Provide an adequate number of BTL-Listed B-BC building controllers and an adequate number of BTL-Listed B-AAC advanced application controllers to achieve the performance specified in the Part 1 Article on “System Performance.” Each of these controllers shall meet the following requirements.

1. The controller shall have sufficient memory to support its operating system, database, and programming requirements.

2. The building controller shall share data with the ECC and the other networked building controllers. The advanced application controller shall share data with its building controller and the other networked advanced application controllers.

3. The operating system of the controller shall manage the input and output communication signals to allow distributed controllers to share real and virtual object information and allow for central monitoring and alarms.

4. Controllers that perform scheduling shall have a real-time clock.

5.

The controller shall continually check the status of its processor and memory circuits. If an abnormal operation is detected, the controller shall:

a.

assume a predetermined failure mode, and b.

generate an alarm notification.

6.

The controller shall communicate with other BACnet devices on the internetwork using the BACnet Read (Execute and Initiate) and Write (Execute and Initiate) Property services.

7.

Communication:

a.

Each controller shall reside on a BACnet network using the ISO 8802-3 (Ethernet) Data Link/Physical layer protocol for its communications. Each building controller also shall perform BACnet routing if connected to a network of custom application and application specific controllers.

b.

The controller shall provide a service communication port using BACnet Data Link/Physical layer protocol for connection to a portable operator’s terminal.

8.

Keypad: A local keypad and display shall be provided for each controller. The keypad shall be provided for interrogating and editing data. Provide a system security password shall be available to prevent unauthorized use of the keypad and display.

9.

Serviceability: Provide diagnostic LEDs for power, communication, and processor. All wiring connections shall be made to field-removable, modular terminal strips or to a termination card connected by a ribbon cable.

10.

Memory: The controller shall maintain all BIOS and programming information in the event of a power loss for at least 72 hours.

11.

The controller shall be able to operate at 90% to 110% of nominal voltage rating and shall perform an orderly shutdown below 80% nominal voltage. Controller operation shall be protected against electrical noise of 5 to 120 Hz and from keyed radios up to 5 W at 1 m (3 ft).

B. Provide BTL-Listed B-ASC application specific controllers for each piece of equipment for which they are constructed. Application specific controllers shall communicate with other BACnet devices on the internetwork using the BACnet Read (Execute) Property service.

1. Each B-ASC shall be capable of stand-alone operation and shall continue to provide control functions without being connected to the network.

2. Each B-ASC will contain sufficient I/O capacity to control the target system.

3. Communication:

a. Each controller shall reside on a BACnet network using the ISO 8802-3 (Ethernet) Data Link/Physical layer protocol for its communications. Each building controller also shall perform BACnet routing if connected to a network of custom application and application specific controllers.

4. Serviceability. Provide diagnostic LEDs for power, communication, and processor. All wiring connections shall be made to field-removable, modular terminal strips or to a termination card connected by a ribbon cable.

5.

Memory. The application specific controller shall use nonvolatile memory and maintain all BIOS and programming information in the event of a power loss.

6.

Immunity to power and noise. Controllers shall be able to operate at 90% to 110% of nominal voltage rating and shall perform an orderly shutdown below 80%. Operation shall be protected against electrical noise of 5-120 Hz and from keyed radios up to 5 W at 1 m (3 ft).

7.

Transformer. Power supply for the ASC must be rated at a minimum of 125% of ASC power consumption and shall be of the fused or current limiting type.

C.

Direct Digital Controller Software:

1.

The software programs specified in this section shall be commercially available, concurrent, multi-tasking operating system and support the use of software application that operates under DOS or Microsoft Windows.

2.

All points shall be identified by up to 30-character point name and 16-character point descriptor. The same names shall be used at the ECC.

3.

All control functions shall execute within the stand-alone control units via DDC algorithms. The VA shall be able to customize control strategies and sequences of operations defining the appropriate control loop algorithms and choosing the optimum loop parameters.

4.

All controllers shall be capable of being programmed to utilize stored default values for assured fail-safe operation of critical processes. Default values shall be invoked upon sensor failure or, if the primary value is normally provided by the central or another CU, or by loss of bus communication. Individual application software packages shall be structured to assume a fail-safe condition upon loss of input sensors. Loss of an input sensor shall result in output of a sensor-failed message at the ECC. Each ACU and RCU shall have capability for local readouts of all functions. The UCUs shall be read remotely.

5.

All DDC control loops shall be able to utilize any of the following control modes:

a.

Two position (on-off, slow-fast) control.

b.

Proportional control.

c.

Proportional plus integral (PI) control.

d.

Proportional plus integral plus derivative (PID) control. All PID programs shall automatically invoke integral wind up prevention routines whenever the controlled unit is off, under manual control of an automation system or time initiated program.

e.

Automatic tuning of control loops.

6.

System Security: Operator access shall be secured using individual password and operator’s name. Passwords shall restrict the operator to the level of object, applications, and system functions assigned to him. A minimum of six (6) levels of security for operator access shall be provided.

7.

Application Software: The controllers shall provide the following programs as a minimum for the purpose of optimizing energy consumption while maintaining comfortable environment for occupants. All application software shall reside and run in the system digital controllers. Editing of the application shall occur at the ECC or via a portable operator’s terminal, when it is necessary, to access directly the programmable unit.

a.

Alarm Reporting: The operator shall be able to determine the action to be taken in the event of an alarm. Alarms shall be routed to the ECC based on time and events. An alarm shall be able to start programs, login the event, print and display the messages. The system shall allow the operator to prioritize the alarms to minimize nuisance reporting and to speed operator’s response to critical alarms. A minimum of six (6) priority levels of alarms shall be provided for each point.

b.

Remote Communications: The system shall have the ability to dial out in the event of an alarm to the ECC and alpha-numeric pagers. The alarm message shall include the name of the calling location, the device that generated the alarm, and the alarm message itself. The operator shall be able to remotely access and operate the system using dial up communications. Remote access shall allow the operator to function the same as local access.

c.

Maintenance Management (PM): The program shall monitor equipment status and generate maintenance messages based upon the operators defined equipment run time, starts, and/or calendar date limits. A preventative maintenance alarm shall be printed indicating maintenance requirements based on pre-defined run time. Each preventive message shall include point description, limit criteria and preventative maintenance instruction assigned to that limit. A minimum of 480-character PM shall be provided for each component of units such as air handling units.

2.10 sensors (air, water and steam)

A.

Sensors’ measurements shall be read back to the DDC system, and shall be visible by the ECC.

B.

Temperature and Humidity Sensors shall be electronic, vibration and corrosion resistant for wall, immersion, and/or duct mounting. Provide all remote sensors as required for the systems.

1.

Temperature Sensors: thermistor type for terminal units and Resistance Temperature Device (RTD) with an integral transmitter type for all other sensors.

a.

Duct sensors shall be rigid or averaging type as shown on drawings. Averaging sensor shall be a minimum of 1 linear ft of sensing element for each sq ft of cooling coil face area.

b.

Space sensors shall be equipped with in-space User set-point adjustment, override switch, numerical temperature display on sensor cover, and communication port. Match room thermostats. Provide a tooled-access cover.

c.

Outdoor air temperature sensors shall have watertight inlet fittings and be shielded from direct sunlight.

d.

Room security sensors shall have stainless steel cover plate with insulated back and security screws.

e.

Wire: Twisted, shielded-pair cable.

f.

Output Signal: 4-20 ma.

2.

Humidity Sensors: Bulk polymer sensing element type.

a.

Duct and room sensors shall have a sensing range of 20 to 80 percent with accuracy of ± 2 to ( 5 percent RH, including hysteresis, linearity, and repeatability.

b.

Outdoor humidity sensors shall be furnished with element guard and mounting plate and have a sensing range of 0 to 100 percent RH.

c.

4-20 ma continuous output signal.

C.

Static Pressure Sensors: Non-directional, temperature compensated.

1.

4-20 ma output signal.

2.

0 to 5 inches wg for duct static pressure range.

3.

0 to 0.25 inch wg for Building static pressure range.

D.

Flow Switches:

1.

Shall be either paddle or differential pressure type.

a.

Paddle-type switches (liquid service only) shall be UL Listed, SPDT snap-acting, adjustable sensitivity with NEMA 4 enclosure.

b.

Differential pressure type switches (air or water service) shall be UL listed, SPDT snap acting, NEMA 4 enclosure, with scale range and differential suitable for specified application.

E.

Current Switches: Current operated switches shall be self powered, solid state with adjustable trip current as well as status, power, and relay command status LED indication. The switches shall be selected to match the current of the application and output requirements of the DDC systems.

2.11 Control cables

A.

General:

1.

Ground cable shields, drain conductors, and equipment to eliminate shock hazard and to minimize ground loops, common-mode returns, noise pickup, cross talk, and other impairments.

2.

Cable conductors to provide protection against induction in circuits. Crosstalk attenuation within the System shall be in excess of -80 dB throughout the frequency ranges specified.

3.

Minimize the radiation of RF noise generated by the System equipment so as not to interfere with any audio, video, data, computer main distribution frame (MDF), telephone customer service unit (CSU), and electronic private branch exchange (EPBX) equipment the System may service.

4.

The as-installed drawings shall identify each cable as labeled, used cable, and bad cable pairs.

5.

Label system’s cables on each end. Test and certify cables in writing to the VA before conducting proof-of-performance testing. Minimum cable test requirements are for impedance compliance, inductance, capacitance, signal level compliance, opens, shorts, cross talk, noise, and distortion, and split pairs on all cables in the frequency ranges used. Make available all cable installation and test records at demonstration to the VA. All changes (used pair, failed pair, etc.) shall be posted in these records as the change occurs.

6.

Power wiring shall not be run in conduit with communications trunk wiring or signal or control wiring operating at 100 volts or less.

B.

Analogue control cabling shall be not less than No. 18 AWG solid, with thermoplastic insulated conductors.

C.

Copper digital communication cable between the ECC and the B-BC and B-AAC controllers shall be 100BASE-TX Ethernet, Category 5e or 6, not less than minimum 24 American Wire Gauge (AWG) solid, Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) or Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP), with thermoplastic insulated conductors, enclosed in a thermoplastic outer jacket.

1.

Other types of media commonly used within IEEE 802.3 LANs (e.g., 10Base-T and 10Base-2) shall be used only in cases to interconnect with existing media.

D.

Optical digital communication fiber, if used, shall be Multimode or Singlemode fiber, 62.5/125 micron for multimode or 10/125 micron for singlemode micron with SC or ST connectors as specified in TIA-568-C.1. Terminations, patch panels, and other hardware shall be compatible with the specified fiber. Fiber-optic cable shall be suitable for use with the 100Base-FX or the 100Base-SX standard (as applicable) as defined in IEEE 802.3.

2.12 THERMOSTATS AND HUMIDISTATS

A.

Freezestats shall have a minimum of 300 mm (one linear foot) of sensing element for each 0.093 square meter (one square foot) of coil area. A freezing condition at any increment of 300 mm (one foot) anywhere along the sensing element shall be sufficient to operate the thermostatic element. Freezestats shall be manually-reset.

B.

Proportional Output High Limit Humidistats: Provide fully proportioning humidistat with adjustable throttling range and setpoint for accuracy of settings and conservation.

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