3-2-FGCU Facilities Planning Building Standards 051126.pdf

FGCU Facilities Planning, Design & Construction

Building Standards Rev. 1.2 / 5-11-26

1.0 Purpose:

The Florida Gulf Coast University Building Standards are furnished as a guide for Design Professionals and Construction Managers providing services to the Owner (herein referred as Florida Gulf Coast University, FGCU, Owner, or the University). These Standards are intended to assist Design Professionals and Construction Managers in fulfilling both their respective contractual and professional responsibilities. The Technical Specifications included herein are incorporated by reference into all FGCU Design or Construction Agreements and are organized in the traditional CSI (Construction Specifications Institute) Master Format by division, in addition to including FGCU specific building standards.

FGCU is in no way attempting to place undue restraints on design professionals or construction managers, rather it seeks to permit latitude to develop the specific programs necessary for a successful and complete project. Additionally, nothing in this document should preclude consideration and/or use of emerging technologies and commercially available products if they can be proven to result in a successful and satisfactory design.

Deviation from these standards will be permitted only with written justification and approval by the Director, Facilities Planning, Design & Construction.

2.0 Intent:

The facilities which support FGCU’s academic mission are critical in both function and their relationship with the environment. Design and construction of new facilities at FGCU is a dynamic, and challenging undertaking addressing the needs of multiple stakeholders and end-users who at times may have conflicting interests and concerns. While consideration of the academic needs of the university should be rightfully given priority in any capital improvement project, consideration should also be given to:

A. Scope - compliance with the formal documentation outlining specific end-user facility requirements, programming elements, facility size & functionality, building sustainability requirements, and site considerations.

B. Schedule – recognizing that the delivery of capital improvement projects in conjunction with FGCU’s academic schedule is of crucial importance, time is of essence for every FGCU facility project. The design professional and construction manager shall make every effort to deliver tasks and projects on time, including suggesting alternative measures necessary to ensure compliance

FGCU Planning, Design & Construction Building Standards Rev. 1.2 with the approved project schedule.

C. Budget – recognizing the limitations of public education funding, every FGCU capital improvement project must maintain compliance with the approved stipulated budget. Further recognizing that conditions often times dictate budget adjustments, the design professional and construction manager shall employ all measures available to value engineer or adjust project conditions as necessary to bring the project back into budget compliance.

D. Constructability – facility designs shall be consistent with current local construction market capabilities, available materials, and efficient in terms of designs and cost per square foot. The design professional shall provide a 50-year facility life cycle based on durability of materials, sustainable design parameters, ease and economy of maintenance, and the efficiency of system components.

E. Resilient Design – all FGCU facility designs shall strive to reduce or mitigate potential environmental vulnerabilities. While building codes address specific considerations for projects located within hurricane wind zones, the design professional should look beyond the building code and submit suggestions which could potentially reduce FGCU’s exposure to damage and also decrease facility downtime post event.

F. Sustainability and Operational Efficiency – facility design should consider all available energy efficiencies, air quality, envelope control, and other sustainable considerations. FGCU’s commitment to environmental sustainability extends to its facilities, and all new facilities must achieve a LEED Silver Certification. Further, FGCU utilizes the Metasys Building Management System, and all building systems, controls and services must be connected to and managed through that system.

G. Safety and Security – the safety of every student, faculty member, staff member, or member of the public is paramount at FGCU therefore, the design of each facility must adhere to the published safety and security protocols in addition to the required codes and specifications required by the Agencies Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) over each new building and building remodel/renovation project. These Safety and Security protocols also include the requirement for logistics planning to accommodate the safe and unimpeded access for motor vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, and service vehicles on a daily basis.

H. Aesthetics - working within FGCU’s unique campus context as originally intended and designed, items such as facility-siting, footprint, density and aesthetic compatibility are critical in addressing consistency with those existing designs however, such adherence should not discourage creative variations within those existing parameters. Our goal is that future buildings at FGCU would be designed to enrich and enliven the overall ensemble of buildings at our campus, while honoring original designs and the physical environment which has made FGCU such a uniquely identifiable university campus complex.

I. Evolving Technology – both the design professional and construction manager must provide a design which allows for evolving technology and the capacity for necessary future changes. This will not only include technology in building controls systems and future-proofing for end-user technology advancements, but also in design & construction techniques, project management and building commissioning.

3.0 Definitions:

A. Owner- refers to Florida Gulf Coast University, FGCU, or the University as may be referenced interchangeably throughout this and other contract documents.

B. FGCU Project Manager - the primary point of contact for Design Professionals and Construction Managers is the FGCU Facilities Planning, Design & Construction Project Manager (FGCU PM). This position serves as the Owner’s agent and customer liaison with end-users, providing leadership and guidance on all aspects of the project. All project-related communications, meetings, and actions shall be routed through the FGCU PM, inclusive of submission of invoices and project progress payments, potential changes or variances, impacts to the budget or schedule, and dealings with other agencies, both internal and external to FGCU.

C. FGCU Building Official – all construction, remodeling, or renovation of facilities proposed by FGCU and located on university property is subject to the most current edition of the Florida Building Code (FBC) and Florida Fire Prevention Code via the State Fire Marshal (SFM). All construction building permits are issued by the Director, FGCU Facilities Planning, Design & Construction who serves as the FGCU Building Official per FGCU Delegation DOA-03. Permits are issued by one of two methods; by affidavit or by the traditional process of plans review and inspections using in house staff or consultants. Any licensed Contractor or Construction Manager performing work for FGCU shall obtain all permits as required by FGCU, FGC, or the SFM.

D. Design Professional - refers to the team of professionals who collectively produce design and construction documents, studies, surveys or other instruments of professional services wherein they serve as the Architect or Engineer for their respective professional licenses in conventional Design/Bid/Build, Construction Management, or Design/Build delivery methods. For purposes of this document the term Design Professional is used interchangeably with Architect and/or Engineer of Record unless otherwise specified.

E. Builder - refers interchangeably to a General Contractor (GC), Construction

Manager (CM), as well as Design/Build Lead unless otherwise specified.

4.0 Role of Owner:

FGCU may provide programmatic guidance, funding information, design review assistance, construction permitting, and general oversight, coordination, and management of the project. The Facilities Planning, Design & Construction Department is specifically charged with managing the Capital Budget Request Process, Design Professional Selection (in collaboration with the FGCU Procurement Office), contract negotiations, and managing the project through conceptual design. Facilities Planning, Design & Construction and the designated FGCU Project Manager manage all major capital construction as well as Minor Projects which may consist of remodeling / renovation projects from inception through warranty.

The Design Professional shall comply at all times with the provisions contained in the FGCU Building Standards, the State University System Professional Services Guide and the Cost Containment Guidelines of the State University System. In the event the Design Professional determines that the best interests of the University would be served by deviating from the guidelines, it shall deliver to the FGCU PM a written statement requesting a waiver of the guidelines and substantiating rationale. The Owner may grant or withhold waiver of the guidelines in its discretion. No waiver made by the Owner shall be effective unless in writing, and the waiver of a particular guideline shall not be deemed a waiver of such guideline in a subsequent project unless otherwise provided in the waiver. In the event of an irreconcilable difference between the guidelines and the written agreement between the University and the consultant, the Design Professional shall, in writing, request the Owner to clarify such conflict.

Technical review of the Design Professional’s submittal(s) by FGCU staff does not constitute a waiver of requirements contained within the referenced guidelines. The Design Professional shall submit to the FGCU Project Manager a complete listing all deviations proposed by the Contract Documents together with the rationale for such deviation requests.

5.0 Agencies Having Jurisdiction (AHJ):

Depending upon the location of the proposed building project, there may be other regulatory entities who play a critical role in FGC’s design and construction efforts, and with whom the Design Professionals and Construction Manager must interact with to ensure compliance with their specific regulations or building requirements. Those entities may at times include:

A. Lee County / Collier County / Charlotte County – where an FGCU proposed building project is not included within its approved Campus Master Plan, nor included within its existing Lee County Campus Development Agreement (as of 05-11-26), the rules, regulations, permitting and construction code authority will be the County, or City where the project is located. It will be the responsibility of the Design Professional and Construction Manager (in coordination with the FGCU PM) to determine the AHJ over each project prior to providing any contracted services for the project.

B. FGCU Building Official - where a project is located on the FGCU main campus, the AHJ will be the FGCU Building Official who may require other regulatory approvals as necessary by project scope, and those are listed below. Such authorities may also have project approval requirements for projects located not located on the FGCU main campus as well. It shall be the responsibility of the Design Professional and Construction Manager to determine the full list of AHJ’s for each building project prior to providing any contracted services.

I. State Fire Marshal (SFM) – AHJ having jurisdiction on matters related to fire and life safety, compliance with Florida Fire Code, plan review, and inspections at 50% and 100% construction completion. All SFM inspections shall be arranged and coordinated with the FGCU PM. Note: there shall be no Building Permits issued by the FGCU Building Official until the SFM has released the Permit Set. The SFM must further issue its approval prior to issuance of Final Certificate of Occupancy by the FGCU Building Official.

II. South Florida Water Management District - jurisdictional authority over surface water management, irrigation wells, and construction dewatering.

III. Florida Department of Environmental Protection – jurisdiction over all state mandated environmental regulations including utility connections.

IV. US Army Corp of Engineers - jurisdiction over all federally protected wetlands, endangered species, or coastal construction.

V. FGCU Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) - provides consultation to the FGCU-PM on miscellaneous services such as safety protocols for projects within existing building occupancies, indoor Environmental Quality, occupational safety, hazardous materials, industrial hygiene, and radiation control.

VI. FGCU Physical Plant – provides consultation to the FGCU-PM on operational management and maintenance for all grounds and facility projects, provides programmatic guidance for necessary extensions or upgrades to utilities infrastructures, mechanical system requirements, as well as design review input. The impact of, or connection to any existing FGCU utility or facility, shall be coordinated through the FGCU-PM and fully coordinated through FGCU Physical Plant.

VII. FGCU University Police Department (UPD) - may provide design review input through the FGCU-PM on matters related to safety, security, traffic & parking, lighting, and Emergency Operations.

VIII. FGCU Information Technology Services (ITS) – through the FGCU-PM, ITS will provide standards of design, and design review input on information technology, audio-visual, and telecommunications standards.

IX. FGCU Space Committee – through the FGCU-PM, the FGCU Space Committee (via the FGCU Space Manager) will provide programmatic phase review and approval of campus projects as they relate to compliance with the adopted Campus Master Plan, Academic Programming, and FGCU’s space allocations within university facilities.

X. Babcock Ranch – for FGCU projects located within Babcock Ranch, the

Design Professional will be responsible for coordinating project design and permitting through not only the Charlotte County Community Development department, but also the Babcock Ranch Independent Special District, which will also include Town & Country Utilities, Founders Review Committee, and Ecologic Solid Waste.

C. Building Codes and Standards: The following building codes and standards will apply to all FGCU new and remodel / renovation projects unless otherwise noted.

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Accessibility

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Building

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Energy Conservation

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Fuel Gas

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Mechanical

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Plumbing

• Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) Test Protocols

• National Electrical Code (NFPA No. 70) - Latest Edition

• Florida Fire Prevention Code 9th Edition (2026)

• NFPA1, Fire Code, Latest Edition with Florida Specific Amendments

• NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, Latest Edition with Florida Specific Amendments

• Uniform Building Code Latest Edition with Supplements

• Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Standards, Recommended Practices

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

• FGCU Facilities Planning, Design & Construction Building Standards

6.0 Building Project Standards & Technical Specifications:

The following FGCU Specifications and Standards will apply to all new, remodel, or renovation project unless otherwise noted, and agreed to in writing by FGCU and the Design Professional. Such change in specification may also require the written approval of the AHJ where such a change involves an approved AHJ specification or detail.

These Specifications are provided by FGCU with the intent to list the minimum design criteria necessary for the facility however, this package is not an absolute spec reference or prescriptive checklist and is not intended to replace the professional judgment by a competent licensed professional after coordination with FGCU and the Construction

Manager. Additionally, nothing in this document should preclude consideration and/or use of emerging technologies and commercially available products if they can be proven to result in a successful and satisfactory design.

FGCU Specifications and Standards:

• FGCU Facilities Planning, Design & Construction Building Standards Rev. 1.2 o Includes Housing Supplemental Specifications Rev. 1.2 o Includes Various FGCU Departmental Specifications & Standards

• FGCU Minimum Technical Specifications Rev. 1.2

End of Section

Supplemental Specifications

Housing and Residence Life Building Standards Latest Edition 9-19-28

FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY – HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE

Supplemental Construction Specifications – Ver. 1.2

The following Supplemental Specifications are provided as design and construction guidance for FGCU Housing projects only. All new and remodel/renovation projects are to be designed and constructed in compliance with FGCU requirements, the Florida Building Code, the Florida Fire Prevention Code, and other requirements as set forth in the Plans and Specifications however, the following supplemental guidelines are provided for those items which may differ from the published FGCU Specifications. The following guidance is intended to set forth the minimum criteria necessary for each item however, this guidance is not intended to replace the professional judgment by a competent licensed professional after coordination with FGCU and the Construction Manager. Additionally, nothing in this document should preclude consideration and/or the use of emerging technologies and commercially available products where such is proven to be a superior product or will provide acceptable results satisfactory to FGCU. The following items are not provided in the CSI Master Format order, and are based primarily upon observed conditions by Housing maintenance personnel within existing facilities similar to the project subject to this solicitation.

Site and Logistics:

1. Construction work at all Housing facilities shall follow all OSHA safety guidelines including hard hat requirement and fall protection.

2. Construction Manager shall collaborate with FGCU Facilities Planning and Housing personnel in the preparation of a Logistics Plan a minimum of 12 weeks prior to construction activities to identify CM parking, fenced laydown yard, crane service, construction trailer and other items.

3. As the building site is located within an active Student Housing zone, extreme caution and detailed logistics will be required to ensure student safety during construction activities.

4. Site Access will be strictly enforced and only available via South Village Drive and South Bridge Loop Road only. No construction traffic of any kind will be allowed on the FGCU main campus loop road, entryways, or other roadways unless specifically authorized.

5. Contractor parking will be clearly defined and strictly enforced during construction as parking space will be limited.

6. Given that students are present immediately adjacent to the construction site on a constant basis, CM and subcontractor conduct is of utmost concern. CM will provide assurance that proper behavior, language, loud music, etc…are controlled at all times.

FGCU Supplemental Specifications (Housing) Rev. 1.2

7. All construction zones within FGCU are no-smoking zones.

8. CM and subcontractor personnel are not authorized to enter any FGCU Campus or Housing facility, pool, recreation facility, including any Food Court, Dining Facility or other Food Service provider.

9. A strict access control plan will be presented by the CM and monitored daily during construction activities.

Construction Items:

10. There will be no solar panels installed on new facilities programmed for Student Housing.

11. A minimum of two (2) potable water hose bibs, and (2) 120v electrical outlets are to be provided on the roof of the building, generally located on each wing of the building and in close proximity to the ERV’s. Hose bibs are to include valve locks and power outlets to be enclosed in weatherproof boxes.

12. Permanent OSHA approved fall protection system is to be provided on each new facility roof for window & building cleaning and maintenance services with anchor points permanently mounted to building structure.

13. Consideration should be given during design for enhanced roof access from elevator for service purposes. Building height increase ability is limited, so all appropriate design options should be considered.

14. Elevator to be a 3,500lb minimum capacity, traction type with various manufacturers to be considered for best choice given student use patterns, reliability, speed, functionality, ease of maintenance and energy-efficiency.

15. Chilled water actuators are to function with WiFi enabled programmable thermostats.

16. Individual Fan Coil Units to include upgraded pan design to ensure drainage to outlet.

17. Where feasible, utilize consistent AC return sizes for efficient filter replacement.

18. All lighting to be full LED assemblies.

19. Heavy duty actuators are to be utilized for all trash chute doors and interior hallway doors.

20. Von Duprin panic devices with external rods to be used on all exterior doors.

21. All isolation valves, VAV’s and other control boxes to be designed for ease of access with embossed plastic labels for each professionally installed on ceiling grid.

FGCU Supplemental Specifications (Housing) Rev. 1.2

22. Water Heater design is to include a clear zone in front of the unit to allow for unimpeded access for changeout purposes. All plumbing, framing, wiring, insulation and other materials are to be routed away from this clear zone accordingly.

23. All interior paint (bedrooms, living rooms, hallways) are to be Dover White / Eggshell / Satin (manufacturer per Technical Specifications) with no accent walls.

24. Exterior paint is to include anti-microbial agents to prevent mold and mildew growth on the paint film.

25. FGCU utilizes Metasys, an open and secure BMS platform and all building systems and controls are to be designed to connect to and function with the Metasys system requirements.

26. Provide clearly identified separate circuit breakers for each residential suite and room to assist in identifying individual spaces within each floor / suite / room during outages and changeouts.

27. All internal lock sets to be Best 7k unless otherwise prevented by building code.

28. All smoke detectors to be BRK (interconnected) unless otherwise prevented by fire code.

29. Screw-Type Electric Latch Retraction (ER EX) exit device to be used at all entry/exit doors with panic or fire exit hardware.

30. A high-performance, flexible, and paintable acrylic latex caulking is to be used at Architectural Foam joints to prevent hardening, cracking, foam deformation, and moisture penetration.

31. No window-blinds are to be installed on interior windows. 2” vinyl faux-wood window blinds are to be installed on all exterior windows.

32. All hallways, elevator lobby, and interior windows are to be tinted.

33. All window sizes are to be consistent to the greatest extent possible, and as allowed by building code.

34. To minimize vandalism, exist signs in corridors are to be flush-mounted to wall surfaces.

Projecting wall-mounted exit signs and ceiling mounted signs are not permitted. All life safety signage shall comply with applicable fire codes.

35. No palm trees to be planted within 10’ of building exterior walls

DOOR HARDWARE

Section 08710

Edit Date: April 2026

Florida Gulf Coast University

Fort Myers, FL

DOOR HARDWARE

SPECIFICATION GUIDELINE

SECTION 08710

The purpose of this booklet is to support the Florida Gulf Coast University building standards for door hardware.

Florida Gulf Coast University maintains the following hardware and is currently stocking replacement parts. The products/manufacturers listed in this booklet are to be used without substitutions on new construction and modernization projects, unless products are listed in this package for an alternate.

It is the intent of this booklet to provide guidelines for the architect's specification section 08710, for product groups and the hardware schedule. It remains the architect's responsibility to coordinate these products to meet the applicable building codes, life safety codes, and ADA requirements.

Section 08710 door hardware preamble must specify the following:

Door and Frame prep Before hardware installation, verify that all doors and frames are properly prepared to receive the specified hardware. Hollow metal frames shall be prepared for ANSI strike plates per Al 15.1-2 (4-7/8" high), hinge preps will be mortised and reinforced with a minimum of 10-gauge reinforcement material; minimum of 14-gauge reinforcement material for closer. Hollow metal doors shall be properly prepared and reinforced with a minimum of 16-gauge material for mortised locks as specified. It is preferred that all hollow metal doors receiving door closers have a 14-gauge reinforcement. If this is not possible, then the use of sex bolts is mandatory. Wood doors shall be factory prepared to receive the scheduled hardware with no exceptions.

Hardware Installation

The manufacturer's representative for the locking and closing devices must inspect and approve, in writing, the installation of their products. Hardware installed incorrectly must be reported to the architect prior to the architect's final punch list.

Specification Guideline

Manufacturers and Products

Florida Gulf Coast University

STANDARDS – Substitutions or Alternates not permitted unless noted below.

Door Hardware:

Description Manufacturer Model/Series Finish

Hanging Devices:

Mortise Hinge ASSA ABLOY McKinney Bearing Hinges Heavy Weight T4A3386/T4A3786 626

NO SUBSTITUTIONS McKinney Standard Bearing Hinges TA2314/TA2714 626

Securing Devices:

Cylindrical Lockset Best/Dormakaba 9K x 15D Trim 626

NO SUBSTITUTIONS

Lock Functions: Lock Type:

AB Entrance

R Classroom

D Storeroom

N Passage

L Privacy

- Provide lock functions as required for project appropriate

Mortise Lockset Best/Dormakaba 45H X 3H Trim 626

Lock Function: Lock Type:

A Office

R Classroom

D Storeroom

N Passage

L Privacy

- Provide lock functions as required for project appropriate

Tubular Deadlock Best/Dormakaba 8T (Functions as required) 626

NO SUBSTITUTIONS -Provide lock functions as required for project appropriate

Padlock Best/Dormakaba 21B and 41B SERIES

Cylinders Best/Dormakaba Mortise 1E74 x Cam Required 626

Best/Dormakaba Rim 1E72 626

NO SUBSTITUTIONS -Provide as necessary to operate locking hardware

Key System Best/Dormakaba Small Format Interchangeable Cores 626

NO SUBSTITUTIONS 7-pin “Standard” Best A4 key system

All locksets and cores must be of the same manufacturer.

A) All keys and cylinders shall be 7 pin. Cores shall be small format interchangeable cores as manufactured by Best/Dormakaba. All keying information shall be controlled by FGCU to maintain current grand master key system. Contact Coordinator of Building Access at:

(239) 590-1370 to set up keying meetings/requirements.

B) All locks and cylinders are keyed to be construction master until final keying and construction is completed. All exterior and secured interior locks and cylinders shall be supplied with “Green” construction cores (Furnished by FGCU if absolutely needed), all others to have “Black plastic” thumb turns.

C) Contractors shall adjust all hardware in strict compliance with manufacturer and University’s instructions. Prior to turning over project to owner (FGCU), contractor shall clean and make any final adjustments to the finish hardware.

-NO SUBSTITUTIONS

Exit Device Von Duprin 98/99 Series 630

NO SUBSTITUTIONS -Exits with Cylinder dogging at some locations when needed

-Provide “F” Fire rated devices at label openings

Coordinator Rockwood 1600 Series x mounting brackets as required 600

-use coordinator where required by fire code

Alternate- Trimco

Flush Bolts Rockwood 555 (Manual) (Metal Door) 626

NO SUBSTITUTIONS 557 (Manual) (Wood Door) 626

1845 @HM, 1945 @ WD 626

1842 (automatic) (Metal Door) 626

1942 (automatic) (Wood Door) 626

-Use automatic flush bolts where required by fire code

Closing Devices:

Closer LCN 4040XP 689

NO SUSBSTITUTIONS -All doors and frames to be reinforced

-Provide “SNB” (through bolts) where needed

Alternate (interior only): Norton 1601XTGBN 689

Automatic Operators:

Automatic Operator Assa Abloy Auto operator by Specific need of the opening 689

Allegion Auto operator by Specific needs of the opening 689

Actuator BEA 10RD433 Radio Receiver

BEA 10TD433PB9V Radio Transmitter, 9V

Push Button Per needs of Frame or wall installation

Stops and Holders:

Door Stops Rockwood 409 Concave 630

406 Convex 630

440 (Low interior floor) 626

-Allow for maximum swing of doors and backing at wall stop

Alternate Door Stops Ives

Overhead Stop Rixon #1 Series Concealed 630

NO SUBSTITUTIONS #9 Series surface mounted 630

Accessories:

Offset Pull Rockwood BF157 630

Alternate Ives

Push/Pull Plate Rockwood 111 x 70C 630

Push Plate Rock wood 70C 4” x 16” 630

Kick Plate Rockwood K1050 8” x 2” LDW x B3E x CSK (Single Door) 630

K1050 8” x 1” LDW x B3E x CSK (Pair Door) 630

CSK = Counter Sunk Screws

Edge Guard Plates Rockwood 305 x 42” 630

Threshold/ Pemko As needed per application 630

Door Sweep/ NO SUBSTITUTIONS

Smoke Seal/

Weather Seal/

Light and sound Seal/Astragal

-Architect to coordinate with project conditions or furnished as detailed on drawings if shown

Door Silencers Rockwood 608 (Metal Frame), 609 (Wood Frame) Gray

Electronic Access:

Required Vendor: CONVERGINT

NO SUBSTITUTIONS Contact:

Kevin Ferm

Account Executive

239.922.7381 kevin.ferm@convergint.com

Office:

9130 Centerlinks Commerce Drive, Unit 1, Fort Myers, FL 33912

Website:

www.Convergint.com

Access control panels, programming, and wiring: Lenel S2 Systems

Electrified Hardware: Best/Dormakaba Mortise 45HW7DEU3H62624V

ADAMS RITE 4300-30-2RP NON-HANDED, 2 FLAT & 2 RAD FCPLTS 628 & 313,

1-1/8”BS

HES STRIKES 1006CS-12/24D-630 W/SMARTPAC 3, 5 FACEPLTW/BRKT10620496

Electric Retraction Kits for Exit Devices:

SDC- Von Duprin= LR100VDK

Jackson= LR100JAK

Best= LR100PDK

Card Readers:

ALLEGION MTB15

MULTI-TECH READER APTIQ SINGLE GANG CE-000-001 CONFIG

NO SUBSTITUTIONS

MTB11

Mobile Enabled Multi-Technology Reader - Mullion, Black (Allegion)

Steel Door and Frames:

Steel Door and Frames Steelcraft, and Ceco Door Products Gauge of door per specs of construction

Remodel/Demo Work Requirements for all Existing Door and Frame Hardware:

Locksets, closers, stops, and Electrified hardware: Save all and give to campus locksmith

Doors, Frames, and Window kits: Discuss with FGCU on saving/destroying

Campus Audio-Visual Design Specifications & Standards Product Lifecycle: Every 5 Years

(Next Cycle: 2028)

Campus Audio- Visual Design Specifications & Standards Product Lifecycle: Every 5 Years

(Next Cycle: 2028)

Clipse, Kevin – AV Systems Engineer I

FGCU INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – CLIENT SERVICES

FGCU Campus AV Specifications Doc ID: 2464 Page 1 of 34

Created: 03/28/2022 Last Reviewed: 2/14/2025

Table of Contents Purpose

Architectural Baselines & Standards

Needs Analysis (3 Parts)

(1) Stakeholder Meetings

(2) Ancillary Spaces

(3) Sightlines

Instructional Area AV Baselines

Small (1x1x1)

Medium (1x1x2)

Large (1x1x3+)

Auditorium/Assembly Hall Baselines

Multipurpose/Ballroom Baselines

Executive Conference Rooms

Hardware Specifications

Internal Digital Signage

Hardware Specifications

AV Installation Standards

Infrastructure Needs

Video/Displays

User Control Interface & Processor Unit

Podium Peripherals

Projection Screens

Audio

Podium PC Specs

Podium Furniture Specifications

Classroom Cameras

Deployment and Installation

Crestron Programming

Room Layouts

Testing and Commissioning

Crestron System Administration

Toolbox

Crestron Fusion

Repair and Maintenance

Blueprints

FGCU Campus AV Specifications Doc ID: 2464 Page 2 of 34

Purpose The purpose of this document is to outline the standard design and implementation of all audio-visual technology used on FGCU’s campus. This includes audio visual executions for classrooms/lecture halls, multipurpose gathering rooms, and administrative conference spaces. Note that ITS does not support any AV equipment outside of the classrooms, multipurpose spaces and conference rooms. There are a couple of exceptions, such as the library lawn AV system, but special configurations made per request by specific end users must be discussed with management first. If in doubt, please check with the Director of IT Client Services.

Mindful of Florida Gulf Coast University’s critical mission to “… continuously pursue academic excellence, practice and promote environmental sustainability, embrace diversity, nurture community partnerships, value public service, encourage civic responsibility, cultivate habits of lifelong learning, and keep the advancement of knowledge and pursuit of truth as noble ideals at the heart of the university’s purpose,” the Office of the Provost, partnering with the Office of Facilities Management, provides this document to serve as the standard by which the highest quality spaces of instruction and research are planned and constructed.

The Provost’s Office and the Facilities Planning Department act in partnership as the central point of contact for the construction of all general purpose as well as specialized departmental classrooms and labs at FGCU with responsibility for planning, specification, operation, scheduling, technology installations and coordination of maintenance of these classrooms and labs. Given the complexity of design issues in these spaces of learning and research, collaboration between the Office of Academic Affairs, the Facilities Planning Department and architects/engineers (A/E) is essential at every phase of the design process.

These guidelines do not represent or supersede any applicable federal, state, or local building codes or civil rights legislation. All current applicable codes, as well as Florida Gulf Coast University’s Construction Standards and LEED certification, should be consulted and considered in concert with these guidelines, and conflicts shall be resolved through discussion with the Office of Facilities Planning personnel and the responsible code official.

IMPORTANT: This document cannot address all parameters that apply to all possible classroom scenarios, but they provide the basis for standard classroom design. It is essential that the architect and/or engineer, Office of Facilities Planning, Office of Academic Affairs and primary building stakeholders collaborate on specific needs, issues, and solutions early in the design process to achieve a favorable outcome in each classroom.

FGCU Campus AV Specifications Doc ID: 2464 Page 3 of 34

Architectural Baselines & Standards The classroom environment involves many elements, including, but not limited to, acoustics, lighting, heating/ventilation/air-conditioning (HVAC), furnishings, audio/ visual (A/V) systems, computing systems, marker boards, building codes, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. The following sections provide standards for these areas in classrooms and labs, as well as guidelines for meeting these standards.

Needs Analysis (3 Parts) Before any type of drafting for AV equipment occurs, one must conduct a thorough needs analysis of the particular area being outfitted. This helps to ensure that not only the proper equipment is selected based on physical room layout, but also considers deploying only what is necessary per a room’s specific use case and the client’s overall primary requests.

(1) Stakeholder Meetings

FGCU prides itself on reinforcing a learning environment that not only facilitates technologically advanced instruction, but also takes into consideration client and audience collaboration. Therefore, one of the first steps in the AV design process is making sure user input is considered in the drafting phases. When designing AV room plans and equipment deployments, we need to first consider our primary users, the audience, and further gather input from all involved

(2) Ancillary Spaces

Service spaces are required in classroom buildings to store and stage furniture moves and repairs. [Facilities

Planning INPUT NEEDED ON REMAINDER OF THIS SECTION…] A minimum of 100 SF or sufficient space to store 2% of the student furniture utilized, whichever is larger, should be provided in any classroom building.

It is preferable to have one large room rather than several small ones, and no storage room should be less than 40 SF. It is preferred that these spaces be accessed via corridors (rather than being located inside classrooms) and that there is good access to the loading dock and elevator. Doors should be at least 36” wide, clear of door hardware, to allow for movement of large items.

Space may also be required to accommodate technology and A/V equipment. This space is in addition to the storage space noted above, and requirements will vary by room.

(3) Sightlines

Once we are sure of the client’s primary use case for a new AV area, we need to spec out equipment based on room dimensions and depth next. The AV industry considers spacing and architectural layout by abiding by the 4/6/8 rule, square footage of student space, throw distance calculations of projectors, and the display size for equivalent visibility chart when implementing a large-scale presentation system

4/6/8 Rule

The rule says that for different types of viewing, the viewer can be located at a distance that many times the screen height. The DISCAS standard defines 3 types of viewing and the associated maximum multiple of vertical display height:

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Analytical Viewing—Maximum 4 Times Vertical Display Height. The viewer can make critical decisions by the ability to analyze details within the displayed image (e.g., architectural/engineering drawings, forensic evidence, medical imaging, and photographic image inspection).

Basic Viewing—Maximum 6

Times Vertical Display Height.

The viewer can make basic decisions from the displayed image. The viewer is actively engaged with the content (e.g., information displays, presentations containing detailed images, classrooms, boardrooms multi-purpose rooms, product illustrations).

Passive Viewing—Maximum 8 Times Vertical Display Height. The viewer is able to recognize what the images are on a screen and can separate the text or the main image from the background under typical lighting for the viewing environment. The content does not require assimilation and retention of detail, but the general intent is understood. There is passive engagement with the content (e.g., noncritical or informal viewing of video and data).

Square Footage Dimensions

Classrooms should be designed from the inside out, rather than by forcing classroom functions into spaces determined by the building. Overcrowded classrooms are not conducive to effective learning.

Guidelines for square footage (SF) per student are listed in the following table:

Furniture type Minimum SF per student

Fixed drop-arm seating 15

Fixed linear bench table 16

Tablet-arm chairs 18

Movable tables and chairs 22

Seminar/conference table 24

Projected Image Calculations

Projected images are one of the critical teaching instruments in University classrooms, so projection requirements are major factors in a classroom design. See figures 1-4 for the basic layout of projected images and seating, as well as the “Display Size for Equivalent Visibility” chart for a greater understanding.

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Figure 1, Front wall elevation with standard measurements.

Figure 2, Flat floor room section with standard measurements

Figure 3, Tiered floor room section with retractable screen, with standard measurements

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Figure 4, Tiered floor room section with wall projection, with standard measurements

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Instructional Area AV Baselines

Small (1x1x1)

Small classrooms can be defined as any instructional area that will include 1 podium, 1 preview monitor set, and 1 projection source. They usually can accommodate 20-30 people, and will be equipped with a single laser projector and a single projector screen. These rooms are suitable for many purposes and are the most common type of classrooms. Fixed or mobile teaching podium with integrated projection and computer system installed in specified location per design and recommendations of ITS

The projector screen size varies by location, but most small-scale rooms are equipped with either a single 92” or 100” motorized/manual Draper projector screen. Specific throw distance calculations go by the 4/6/8 Rule when determining screen size.

Details of Layout:

• 1 laser projector

• 1 projector screen

• 1 podium with 1 AV controller

• 2 wall-mount speakers (one on each side of the projector screen, aligned parallel)

Medium (1x1x2)

Medium classrooms can be defined as any instructional area that will include 1 podium, 1 preview monitor set, and 2 projection sources. They usually can accommodate 40-50 people, and will be equipped with a single podium but two outbound projection sources. The projector screen sizes vary by location, but most medium-scale rooms are equipped with two 119” or 133” motorized Draper projector screens in a dual, side-by-side or front and back layout.

Example:

• 2 laser projectors (can be two regular long-throw projectors, or one long-throw and one short-throw)

• 2 projector screens (either located side-by-side or front of room vs. back of room layout)

• 1 podium with 1 AV controller

• 2 wall-mount speakers located parallel on one screen o Some medium-size rooms are equipped with at least 6 ceiling-installed dome speakers

Large (1x1x3+)

Large classrooms can be defined as any instructional area that will include 1 or more podiums, 1 or more preview monitors, and at least 3 projection sources. They usually can accommodate 50+ people and are scalable for workshop, laboratory, and smaller gathering space areas. The projector screen sizes vary by location, but most large-scale rooms are equipped with two 133” motorized Draper projector screens in a dual, side-by-side or front-of-room and back-of-room layout, with the addition of other outputs/displays if needed.

Example:

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• 2 laser projectors, plus 1 TV (usually two long-throw projectors, and a 65” TV display) o 2 projector screens (either located side-by-side or front of room vs. back of room layout)

• 1-2 podiums with either separate or combined AV controllers

• 2 wall-mount speakers located parallel on one screen o Some large-size rooms are equipped with at least 12 ceiling-installed dome speakers (6 in one end of the room, 6 on the other)

Auditorium/Assembly Hall Baselines There are some areas on campus that include large-scale auditoriums. These areas can hold capacities of up to

200 people. Most auditoriums will require special design considerations to consider overall purpose and use case before AV equipment is installed. However, most can be designed around the Large (1x1x3) AV baseline that includes a “front-and-center style” of presenting to a large audience

Most of these areas will include the following basics of AV as a minimum:

• 1-2 projectors/displays (graded for a much larger viewing distance)

• 1-2 podiums and AV controller matrix (suited for scalable input/output options)

• 2 external handheld microphones, plus 2 body pack microphones

• 1-2 wireless presentation devices

• Ceiling speaker array (12 or more to accommodate entire layout)

• 1-2 projection screens (larger size than standard rooms)

• 1-2 camera systems for live streaming (front of room audience view + back presenter view)

• 1-2 document camera

• 1-2 HDMI input plate on podium + 1 XLR input plate for wired microphone

Multipurpose/Ballroom Baselines Multipurpose areas can be defined as spaces on campus used not only for instruction, but also events, club meetings, and various other outreach programs or seminars. These areas are usually large ballroom type spaces suited for hosting over 100 people at once. Their AV structure abides by an A+B+C format (3x3x3) of division, where the room can be divided into 3 separate portions max OR combined as one, with room to scale down to

A+B (2x2x2) or A (1x1x1) only of operating equipment:

• A OR B OR C Format o All three areas of the room are separated based on using each section as an individual lecture space

▪ Each side will have its own podium controlling equipment, lecture capturing abilities, and 1 projector and 1 projector screen

• AB OR C Format o Two portions of the room are combined together, while one portion stands alone

▪ The two combined portions will be controllable with one side’s AV podium, but will utilize 2 projectors and 2 screens

• ABC Format o All portions of the room are combined as one single area

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▪ One side’s podium controlling equipment will be the master, making the other two portions of the room the slave components

• This means that two podiums will be locked out form user interaction, with one being the main controller o However, each room’s respective projector and projector screen can be used to mirror everything from the master’s side

Executive Conference Rooms There are a total of 50 conference rooms scattered across campus that have a new system in place from

Logitech and Microsoft. The name of the system is referred from Microsoft as Microsoft Teams Room (MTR) solutions: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/microsoft-teams-rooms. The system is designed to be integrated with its own Microsoft Teams account based on where the room is located, and is for the purpose of creating, joining, and calling various FGCU staff/faculty members through Microsoft Teams. For example, Ben Hill Griffin 240’s meeting room equipment has its own username of BHG240@fgcu.edu, and can be found on Microsoft Teams simply by searching for “BHG240” when logged in to your own, personal Teams account.

Hardware Specifications Each room’s specific hardware components were given a distinction based on its relative size (i.e., small, medium, or large)

Small rooms were given the following pieces of equipment:

1. One Logitech MeetUp Bar

2. One 55” Sony TV

3. One Logitech TAP touch panel (With a male HDMI cable extending from it for external device hookups)

4. One Intel NUC Mini PC

Medium rooms include:

1. One Logitech Rally Bar

2. One 65” Sony TV

3. One Logitech TAP touch panel (With a male HDMI cable extending from it for external device hookups)

4. One Intel NUC mini PC

5. 1-2 Logitech Mic Pods

Large rooms include:

1. One Logitech Rally Bar

2. Two 75” Sony TVs

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3. One Logitech TAP touch panel (With a male HDMI cable extending from it for external device hookups)

4. One Intel NUC mini PC

5. 2-3 Logitech Mic Pods

For more specific information regarding conference room configurations and administration, please refer to separate internal documentation on EagleDocs.

Internal Digital Signage Visix Axis TV is a continuously playing, slideshow message board on fixed televisions throughout campus to inform students of upcoming events. The Office of Student Involvement is in charge of content that goes on the slideshow, and requestors can put in their requests to the Office of Student Involvement to display any content.

Please refer to internal documentation articles for more information regarding configurations and administration.

Hardware Specifications

Currently, as of 2024, we have a mixture of two hardware options running the Axis TV software:

1. Desktop Optiplex PCs from ITS running the Axis TV software

2. Proprietary all-in-one PCs from our vendor running the slideshow software.

Wire Runs/Installation

Each building with digital signage TVs will have a channel player (Desktop PC or AIO PC from

Visix Axis TV) that the slideshow program starts up on first, and then sends its presentation out to the multiple displays/TVs.

1. This channel player device is usually located within an IDF room

(usually on the same floor the TVs playing the content are located).

2. From one of the channel player’s HDMI or DisplayPorts, you will run that video connection to an HDMI to HDBaseT/Ethernet receiving matrix that looks like this:

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3. The “input” port is for receiving the HDMI connection from the channel player, while all of the “out” Ethernet ports will connect into a patch panel within the IDF via Cat6.

4. The plug-in ports on the server rack patch panel will associate back to a wall-plate Ethernet jack port(s) located directly behind each display/TV that is being used for this system.

5. You will then go from the wall plate jack via CAT 6 to another

HDbaseT/HDMI conversion box that lastly takes the signal from the network connection, and converts it for the TV

Software:

There is one, on-premises server instance running the software needed for the digital signage system:

Link: Visix Signage Suite.

▪ The actual address location of the server is fgcu-visix01/manager

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AV Installation Standards

Infrastructure Needs

Classrooms/Multipurpose Rooms

Infrastructure needs for classrooms, multipurpose areas, and also any kind of digital signage varies based on need and of course building schematics.

Each academic teaching station will require a floor pocket (preferably a recessed box with cable routing going through one opening) below the location of the podium which will be selected by ITS:

There will also need to be an electrical outlet on the wall closest to the teaching station that is selected…