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This pre-solicitation notice announces a forthcoming solicitation for construction services to renovate and expand operating rooms at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, North Carolina. The project includes renovating approximately 5,000 square feet of existing operating rooms and constructing approximately 8,000 square feet of new operating room space on the first floor roof, totaling around 13,000 square feet. The contractor will be responsible for construction services such as permitting, demolition, construction, construction management, submittals, fixtures and equipment installation, scheduling, inspection and testing, environmental protection, alterations, strengthening structures, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, fire protection, hazardous material removal, utility systems expansion, systems integration, commissioning, as-built drawings, and project closeout. The pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for January 23, 2020, with responses due by February 27, 2020. The solicitation will be set aside 100% for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses and issued on beta.sam.gov under NAICS 236220 with a size standard of $39.5 million.

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BID DOCUMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

Building 47 Renovate and Expand Operating Rooms

Project No. 637-315

Charles George VA Medical Center Asheville, NC

Miller-Remick LLC

1010 Kings Highway South Building Two – 2nd Floor

Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034

(856) 429-4000

March 22, 2019

PSCHNYER

Volume II

Charles George VA Medical Center VA Project No. 637-315 Asheville, North Carolina Expand/Renovate Operating Rooms Bid Documents: 03/22/19

00 01 10-1

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS DATE

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 09-11

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 10-14 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 03-12 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 10-14 01 42 19 Reference Standards 09-11 01 45 00 Quality Control for Minor Construction -- 01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 07-13 01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-11 01 58 16 Temporary Interior Signage 08-11 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 09-13 01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements 06-13

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 04-13 02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 07-11 02 82 13.19 Asbestos Floor Tile and Mastic Abatement 04-15 02 82 13.21 Asbestos Roofing Abatement 04-15

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 53 (Short-Form) Cast-in-Place Concrete 10-12

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 09-11 04 05 31 Masonry Tuck Pointing 10-08 04 20 00 Unit Masonry 05-12

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 11-12 05 21 00 Steel Joist Framing 03-10 05 31 00 Steel Decking 10-12 05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 07-14

DIVISION 06 – WOOD,PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 09-11

00 01 10-2

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 06-12 07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 10-10 07 24 00 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems 10-11 07 42 13 Metal Wall Panels -- 07 54 23 Thermoplastic Polyolefin Roofing -- 07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 07-14 07 81 00 Applied Fireproofing 11-11 07 84 00 Firestopping 10-11 07 92 00 Joint Sealants 12-11 07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 07-14

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-13 08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 10-12 08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 10-11 08 41 13 Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts 10-11 08 71 00 Door Hardware 11-14 08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 06-12 08 80 00 Glazing 05-14 08 90 00 Louvers and Vents 10-11

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 10-11 09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 10-14 09 29 00 Gypsum Board 11-14 09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-13 09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 10-11 09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring 07-13 09 67 23.30 Resinous (Epoxy Resin Composition)Mortar Flooring (RES-

3) 07-14

09 91 00 Painting 07-13 09 96 59 Resinous Specialty Glazed Coating Systems for Walls and

Walboard (RES-W2)

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 14 00 Signage 11-11 10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 01-11 10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-14

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 31 00 Manufactured Metal Casework 04-11 12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 11-11 12 36 00 Countertops 06-13

00 01 10-3

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non Structural

Components 01-14

13 49 00 Radiation Protection 07-11

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 05 11 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression 06-13 21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 05-08

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 07-14 22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 07-14 22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 05-11 22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 01-14 22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 07-14 22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 12-09 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 01-14 22 62 00 Vacuum Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities 08-12 22 63 00 Gas Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities 12-10

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 11-10 23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment 11-10

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and Equipment

11-10

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 05-11 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 05-11 23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 06-13 23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11 23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 09-12 23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 02-10 23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 03-10 23 22 23 Steam Condensate Pumps 02-10 23 25 00 HVAC Water Treatment 02-10 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 03-13 23 34 00 HVAC Fans 11-09 23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 03-10 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 11-09 23 40 00 HVAC Air Cleaning Devices 02-12 23 64 00 Packaged Water Chillers 04-11 23 74 43 Custom, Outdoor, Air Handling Unit 23 82 16 Air Coils 04-11

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

00 01 10-4

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 12-12 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 07-13 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 12-12 26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 05-14 26 09 23 Lighting Controls 05-14 26 20 11 Isolated Power Systems 12-12 26 24 16 Panelboards 05-14 26 27 26 Wiring Devices 08-14 26 29 11 Motor Controllers 08-14 26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 12-12 26 41 00 Facility Lightning Protection 12-12 26 51 00 Interior Lighting 08-14

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 11-09 27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 10-06 27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 12-05 27 10 00 Structured Cabling 12-05 27 15 00 Communications Horizontal Cabling 06-13 27 51 16 Public Address and Mass Notification Systems 06-13 27 52 23 Nurse Call and Code Blue Systems 06-13

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 09-11 28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and

Security 09-11

28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security

09-11

28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security

09-11

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates 05-13

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SECTION 21 05 11

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The requirements of this Section apply to all sections of Division 21.

B. Definitions:

1. Exposed: Piping and equipment exposed to view in finished rooms.

2. Option or optional: Contractor's choice of an alternate material or method.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS B. Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES C. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING

D. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING

E. Section 13 05 41, SEISMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS

F. Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Products Criteria:

1. Standard Products: Material and equipment shall be the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of the products for at least 3 years. See other specification sections for any exceptions.

2. Equipment Service: Products shall be supported by a service organization which maintains a complete inventory of repair parts and is located reasonably close to the site.

3. Multiple Units: When two or more units of materials or equipment of the same type or class are required, these units shall be products of one manufacturer.

4. Assembled Units: Manufacturers of equipment assemblies, which use components made by others, assume complete responsibility for the final assembled product.

5. Nameplates: Nameplate bearing manufacturer's name or identifiable trademark shall be securely affixed in a conspicuous place on equipment, or name or trademark cast integrally with equipment, stamped or otherwise permanently marked on each item of equipment.

6. Asbestos products or equipment or materials containing asbestos shall not be used.

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B. Manufacturer's Recommendations: Where installation procedures or any part thereof are required to be in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed copies of these recommendations shall be furnished to the Resident Engineer prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received. Failure to furnish these recommendations can be cause for rejection of the material.

C. Guaranty: In GENERAL CONDITIONS.

D. Supports for sprinkler piping shall be in conformance with NFPA 13.

E. Supports for standpipe shall be in conformance with NFPA 14.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

B. Manufacturer's Literature and Data: Submit under the pertinent section rather than under this section.

1. Equipment and materials identification.

2. Fire-stopping materials.

3. Hangers, inserts, supports and bracing. Provide load calculations for variable spring and constant support hangers.

4. Wall, floor, and ceiling plates.

C. Coordination Drawings: Provide detailed layout drawings of all piping systems. Provide details of the following.

1. Hangers, inserts, supports, and bracing.

2. Pipe sleeves.

3. Equipment penetrations of floors, walls, ceilings, or roofs.

D. Maintenance Data and Operating Instructions:

1. Maintenance and operating manuals in accordance with Section 01 00

00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Article, INSTRUCTIONS, for systems and equipment.

2. Provide a listing of recommended replacement parts for keeping in stock supply, including sources of supply, for equipment. Include in the listing belts for equipment.

1.5 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 for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

A36/A36M-2014...........Carbon Structural Steel

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A575-96.................Steel Bars, Carbon, Merchant Quality, M-Grades R

(2013)

E84-2015................Standard Test Method for Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

E119-2014...............Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Building

Construction and Materials

C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

90A-2012................Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating

Systems

101-2012................Life Safety Code

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 LIFTING ATTACHMENTS

Provide equipment with suitable lifting attachments to enable equipment to be lifted in its normal position. Lifting attachments shall withstand any handling conditions that might be encountered, without bending or distortion of shape, such as rapid lowering and braking of load.

2.2 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION

A. Use symbols, nomenclature and equipment numbers specified, shown on the drawings and shown in the maintenance manuals. Identification for piping is specified in Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

B. Interior (Indoor) Equipment: Engraved nameplates, with letters not less than 48 mm (3/16-inch) high of brass with black-filled letters, or rigid black plastic with white letters specified in Section 09 91 00, PAINTING permanently fastened to the equipment. Identify unit components such as coils, filters, fans, etc.

C. Exterior (Outdoor) Equipment: Brass nameplates, with engraved black filled letters, not less than 48 mm (3/16-inch) high riveted or bolted to the equipment.

D. Control Items: Label all temperature and humidity sensors, controllers and control dampers. Identify and label each item as they appear on the control diagrams.

E. Valve Tags and Lists:

1. Valve tags: Engraved black filled numbers and letters not less than

13 mm (1/2-inch) high for number designation, and not less than 6.4 mm(1/4-inch) for service designation on 19 gage 38 mm (1-1/2 inches) round brass disc, attached with brass "S" hook or brass chain.

2. Valve lists: Typed or printed plastic coated card(s), sized 216 mm

(8-1/2 inches) by 280 mm (11 inches) showing tag number, valve

21 05 11 - 4 function and area of control, for each service or system. Punch sheets for a 3-ring notebook.

3. Provide detailed plan for each floor of the building indicating the location and valve number for each valve. Identify location of each valve with a color coded thumb tack in ceiling.

2.3 FIRESTOPPING

Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING specifies an effective barrier against the spread of fire, smoke and gases where penetrations occur for piping.

2.4 PIPE PENETRATIONS

A. Install sleeves during construction for other than blocked out floor openings for risers in mechanical bays.

B. To prevent accidental liquid spills from passing to a lower level, provide the following:

1. For sleeves: Extend sleeve 25 mm (one inch) above finished floor and provide sealant for watertight joint.

2. For blocked out floor openings: Provide 40 mm (1-1/2 inch) angle set in silicone adhesive around opening.

3. For drilled penetrations: Provide 40 mm (1-1/2 inch) angle ring or square set in silicone adhesive around penetration.

C. Penetrations are not allowed through beams or ribs, but may be installed in concrete beam flanges. Any deviation from this requirement must receive prior approval of Resident Engineer.

D. Sheet Metal, Plastic, or Moisture-resistant Fiber Sleeves: Provide for pipe passing through floors, interior walls, and partitions, unless brass or steel pipe sleeves are specifically called for below.

E. Cast Iron or Zinc Coated Pipe Sleeves: Provide for pipe passing through exterior walls below grade. Make space between sleeve and pipe watertight with a modular or link rubber seal. Seal shall be applied at both ends of sleeve.

F. Galvanized Steel or an alternate Black Iron Pipe with asphalt coating

Sleeves: Provide for pipe passing through concrete beam flanges, except where brass pipe sleeves are called for. Provide sleeve for pipe passing through floor of mechanical rooms, laundry work rooms, and animal rooms above basement. Except in mechanical rooms, connect sleeve with floor plate.

G. Brass Pipe Sleeves: Provide for pipe passing through quarry tile, terrazzo or ceramic tile floors. Connect sleeve with floor plate.

H. Sleeves are not required for wall hydrants for fire department connections or in drywall construction.

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I. Sleeve Clearance: Sleeve through floors, walls, partitions, and beam flanges shall be one inch greater in diameter than external diameter of pipe. Sleeve for pipe with insulation shall be large enough to accommodate the insulation. Interior openings shall be caulked tight with fire stopping material and sealant to prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and gases.

J. Sealant and Adhesives: Shall be as specified in Section 07 92 00, JOINT

SEALANTS.

2.5 TOOLS AND LUBRICANTS

A. Furnish, and turn over to the Resident Engineer, special tools not readily available commercially, that are required for disassembly or adjustment of equipment and machinery furnished.

B. Grease Guns with Attachments for Applicable Fittings: One for each type of grease required for each motor or other equipment.

C. Tool Containers: Hardwood or metal, permanently identified for in tended service and mounted, or located, where directed by the Resident

Engineer.

D. Lubricants: A minimum of 0.95 L (one quart) of oil, and 0.45 kg (one pound) of grease, of equipment manufacturer's recommended grade and type, in unopened containers and properly identified as to use for each different application.

2.6 WALL, FLOOR AND CEILING PLATES

A. Material and Type: Chrome plated brass or chrome plated steel, one piece or split type with concealed hinge, with set screw for fastening to pipe, or sleeve. Use plates that fit tight around pipes, cover openings around pipes and cover the entire pipe sleeve projection.

B. Thickness: Not less than 2.4 mm (3/32-inch) for floor plates. For wall and ceiling plates, not less than 0.64 mm (0.025-inch) for up to 80 mm

(3-inch pipe), 0.89 mm (0.035-inch) for larger pipe.

C. Locations: Use where pipe penetrates floors, walls and ceilings in exposed locations, in finished areas only. Use also where insulation ends on exposed water supply pipe drop from overhead. Provide a watertight joint in spaces where brass or steel pipe sleeves are specified.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Coordinate location of piping, sleeves, inserts, hangers, and equipment.

Locate piping, sleeves, inserts, hangers, and equipment clear of windows, doors, openings, light outlets, and other services and

21 05 11 - 6 utilities. Follow manufacturer's published recommendations for installation methods not otherwise specified.

B. Protection and Cleaning:

1. Equipment and materials shall be carefully handled, properly stored, and adequately protected to prevent damage before and during installation, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and as approved by the Resident Engineer. Damaged or defective items in the opinion of the Resident Engineer, shall be replaced.

2. Protect all finished parts of equipment, such as shafts and bearings where accessible, from rust prior to operation by means of protective grease coating and wrapping. Close pipe openings with caps or plugs during installation. Tightly cover and protect equipment against dirt, water chemical, or mechanical injury. At completion of all work thoroughly exposed materials and equipment.

D. Install gages, valves, and other devices with due regard for ease in reading or operating and maintaining said devices. Locate and position gages to be easily read by operator or staff standing on floor or walkway provided. Servicing shall not require dismantling adjacent equipment or pipe work.

E. Work in Existing Building:

1. Perform as specified in Article, OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS, Article, ALTERATIONS, and Article, RESTORATION of the Section 01 00

00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for relocation of existing equipment, alterations and restoration of existing building(s).

2. As specified in Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Article, OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS, make alterations to existing service piping at times that will least interfere with normal operation of the facility.

3. Cut required openings through existing masonry and reinforced concrete using diamond core drills. Use of pneumatic hammer type drills, impact type electric drills, and hand or manual hammer type drills, will be permitted only with approval of the Resident

Engineer. Locate openings that will least effect structural slabs, columns, ribs or beams. Refer to the Resident Engineer for determination of proper design for openings through structural sections and opening layouts approval, prior to cutting or drilling into structure. After Resident Engineer's approval, carefully cut opening through construction no larger than absolutely necessary for the required installation.

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F. Work in Animal Research Areas: Seal all pipe penetrations with silicone sealant to prevent entrance of insects.

G. Switchgear Drip Protection: Every effort shall be made to eliminate the installation of pipe above electrical and telephone switchgear. If this is not possible, encase pipe in a second pipe with a minimum of joints.

H. Inaccessible Equipment:

1. Where the Government determines that the Contractor has installed equipment not conveniently accessible for operation and maintenance, equipment shall be removed and reinstalled or remedial action performed as directed at no additional cost to the Government.

2. The term "conveniently accessible" is defined as capable of being reached without the use of ladders, or without climbing or crawling under or over obstacles such as motors, fans, pumps, belt guards, transformers, high voltage lines, piping, and ductwork.

3.2 OPERATING AND PERFORMANCE TESTS

A. Prior to the final inspection, perform required tests as specified in

Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Article, TESTS and submit the test reports and records to the Resident Engineer.

B. Should evidence of malfunction in any tested system, or piece of equipment or component part thereof, occur during or as a result of tests, make proper corrections, repairs or replacements, and repeat tests at no additional cost to the Government.

C. When completion of certain work or system occurs at a time when final control settings and adjustments cannot be properly made to make performance tests, then make performance tests for heating systems and for cooling systems respectively during first actual seasonal use of respective systems following completion of work.

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS TO VA PERSONNEL

Provide in accordance with Article, INSTRUCTIONS, of Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

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SECTION 21 13 13

WET-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Design, installation and testing shall be in accordance with

NFPA 13 except for specified exceptions.

B. Modification of the existing sprinkler system in Building 47 at the

Charles George Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Asheville, North

Carolina as indicated on the drawings and as further required by these specifications. Work includes modifications to the existing sprinkler systems to accommodate interior renovations of operating rooms on Floor

2 and new work on the roof of Floor 1.

C. Coordinate modification of the existing fire sprinkler system with other trades. Other trade work includes the following:

a. Replacement or repair architectural ceilings.

b. Installation of new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.

D. Disconnect and permanently reroute or relocate any fire sprinkler components that will interfere with the repair or replacement operations.

E. Where permanent re-routing is not possible, disconnect, temporarily reroute or relocate, and reconnect upon completion of the work.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING, Treatment of penetrations through rated enclosures.

C. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

D. Section 28 31 00, FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM, Connection to fire alarm of flow switches, pressure switches and valve supervisory switches.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Reliability: The installer shall possess a valid State of

North Carolina fire sprinkler contractor's license. The installer shall have been actively and successfully engaged in the installation of commercial automatic sprinkler systems for the past ten years.

B. Materials and Equipment: All equipment and devices shall be of a make and type listed by UL and approved by FM, or other nationally recognized testing laboratory for the specific purpose for which it is used. All materials, devices, and equipment shall be approved by the VA.

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C. Submittals: Submit as one package in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. Prepare detailed working drawings that are signed by a NICET Level III or Level IV Sprinkler

Technician or stamped by a Registered Professional Engineer practicing in the field of Fire Protection Engineering. As Government review is for technical adequacy only, the installer remains responsible for correcting any conflicts with other trades and building construction that arise during installation. Partial submittals will not be accepted. Material submittals shall be approved prior to the purchase or delivery to the job site. Suitably bind submittals in notebooks or binders and provide index referencing the appropriate specification section. Submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Qualifications:

a. Provide a copy of the installing contractor’s fire sprinkler and state contractor’s license.

b. Provide a copy of the NICET certification for the NICET Level III or Level IV Sprinkler Technician who prepared and signed the detailed working drawings unless the drawings are stamped by a

Registered Professional Engineer practicing in the field of Fire

Protection Engineering.

2. Drawings: Submit detailed 1:100 (1/8 inch) scale (minimum) working drawings conforming to NFPA 13.

3. Manufacturers Data Sheets:

a. Provide for materials and equipment proposed for use on the system. Include listing information and installation instructions in data sheets. Where data sheet describes items in addition to that item being submitted, clearly identify proposed item on the sheet.

4. Calculation Sheets: Submit hydraulic calculation sheets in tabular form conforming to the requirements and recommendations of NFPA 13.

5. Final Document Submittals: Provide as-built drawings, testing and maintenance instructions in accordance with the requirements in

Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

Submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. One complete set of reproducible as-built drawings showing the installed system with the specific interconnections between the waterflow switch or pressure switch and the fire alarm equipment.

b. Complete, simple, understandable, step-by-step, testing instructions giving recommended and required testing frequency of all equipment, methods for testing all equipment, and a complete

21 13 13 - 3 trouble shooting manual. Provide maintenance instructions on replacing any components of the system including internal parts, periodic cleaning and adjustment of the equipment and components with information as to the address and telephone number of both the manufacturer and the local supplier of each item.

c. Material and Testing Certificate: Upon completion of the sprinkler system installation or any partial section of the system, including testing and flushing, provide a copy of a completed

Material and Testing Certificate as indicated in NFPA 13.

d. Certificates shall document all parts of the installation.

e. Instruction Manual: Provide one copy of the instruction manual covering the system in a flexible protective cover and mount in an accessible location adjacent to the riser.

D. Design Basis Information: Provide design, materials, equipment, installation, inspection, and testing of the automatic sprinkler system in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13. Recommendations in appendices shall be treated as requirements.

1. Perform hydraulic calculations in accordance with NFPA 13 utilizing the Area/Density method. Do not restrict design area reductions permitted for using quick response sprinklers throughout by the required use of standard response sprinklers in the areas identified in this section.

2. Sprinkler Protection: To determining spacing and sizing, apply the following coverage classifications:

a. Light Hazard Occupancies: Offices, operating rooms, corridors, and restrooms.

b. Ordinary Hazard Group 1 Occupancies: Mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, data rooms, and equipment rooms.

c. Ordinary Hazard Group 2 Occupancies: Soiled and clean linen rooms and storage rooms.

d. Request clarification from the Government for any hazard classification not identified.

3. Hydraulic Calculations: Calculated demand including hose stream requirements shall fall no less than 10 percent below the available water supply curve.

4. Water Supply: Campus water supply based on the hydrant flow test performed by James M. Pleasants Co., Inc. on the existing fire pump:

a. Location: Fire pump discharge flange (located in detached fire pump house)

b. Static pressure: 180 psi

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c. Residual pressure: 150 psi

d. Flow: 584 gpm

e. Date: March 11, 2015

Contractor shall provide fire pump test data no more than one year old. If test results show degradation in excess of five percent from manufacturer’s pump curve, notify the Owner immediately.

5. Zoning:

a. For each sprinkler zone provide a control valve, flow switch and a test and drain assembly with pressure gauge.

b. New sprinkler zones shall conform to the new smoke barrier zones shown on the drawings.

c. Provide seismic protection in accordance with NFPA 13.

1.4 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. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

13-2013.................Installation of Sprinkler Systems

101-2012................Safety to Life from Fire in Buildings and

Structures (Life Safety Code)

170-2012................Fire Safety Symbols

C. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

Fire Protection Equipment Directory – 2015

D. Factory Mutual Engineering Corporation (FM):

Approval Guide – 2015

E. VA Fire Protection Design Manual (VAFPDM) Sixth Edition – September 2011

F. Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research-2005

G. International Building Code (IBC) - 2012

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 PIPING & FITTINGS

A. Piping 2 inches and smaller: Schedule 40 black steel, meeting ASTM A53

(Type E Grade B) or ASTM A795 (Type E Grade A) specifications, connected with threaded fittings.

B. Piping 2½ inches and larger: Schedule 10 black steel, meeting ASTM A135 or ASTM A795 Type E Grade A specifications, connected with listed grooved couplings.

C. Fittings in accordance with Section 6.4 and 6.5 of NFPA 13.

D. All new piping shall be labeled every 10 ft including direction of flow.

E. New exposed piping shall be painted red.

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2.2 VALVES

A. Valves in accordance with Section 6.7 of NFPA 13.

B. Do not use quarter turn ball valves for 2 inch or larger drain valves.

C. The wet system control valve shall be a listed indicating type valve.

Control valve shall be UL Listed and FM Approved for fire protection installations. System control valve shall be rated for normal system pressure but in no case less than 175 PSI. (No Substitutions Allowed).

D. Automatic Ball Drips: Cast brass 20 mm (3/4 inch) in-line automatic ball drip with both ends threaded with iron pipe threads.

2.3 SPRINKLERS

A. All sprinklers shall be FM approved. Provide quick response sprinklers in all areas, except where specifically prohibited by their listing or approval.

(Note: Provide ‘cages’ to protect sprinkler heads from breakage/damage when the elevation of the head is less than 7 feet 6 inches above finished floor (mechanical rooms, janitor closets, etc).

B. Temperature Ratings: Ordinary temperature, to match existing in accordance with NFPA 13.

C. Sprinklers installed in rooms with a suspended ceiling shall be white to match the ceiling finish, where applicable.

D. Sprinklers installed in areas with exposed ceilings shall be brass.

2.4 SPRINKLER CABINET

Provide sprinkler cabinet with the required number of sprinkler heads of all ratings and types installed, and a sprinkler wrench for each system as required by NFPA 13. Locate as directed by the Contracting Officers

Representative (COR). Sprinkler heads shall be installed in center of tile or center to center.

2.5 IDENTIFICATION SIGNS/HYDRAULIC PLACARDS

Plastic, steel or aluminum signs with white lettering on a red background with holes for easy attachment. Enter pertinent data for each system on the hydraulic placard.

2.6 SWITCHES:

A. Contain in a weatherproof die cast/red baked enamel, oil resistant, aluminum housing with tamper resistant screws, 13 mm (1/2 inch) conduit entrance and necessary facilities for attachment to the valves. Provide two SPDT switches rated at 2.5 amps at 24 VDC.

B. Water flow Alarm Switches: Mechanical, non-coded, non-accumulative retard and adjustable from 0 to 60 seconds minimum. Set flow switches at an initial setting between 20 and 30 seconds.

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C. Valve Supervisory Switches for Ball and Butterfly Valves: May be integral with the valve.

2.7 GAUGES

Provide gauges as required by NFPA 13.

2.8 PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. Supports, hangers, etc., of an approved pattern placement to conform to

NFPA 13. System piping shall be substantially supported to the building structure. The installation of hangers and supports shall adhere to the requirements set forth in NFPA 13. Materials used in the installation or construction of hangers and supports shall be listed and approved for such application. Hangers or supports not specifically listed for service shall be designed and bear the seal of a professional engineer.

B. Provide seismic sway bracing in accordance with Section 9.3 of NFPA 13.

2.9 WALL, FLOOR AND CEILING PLATES

Provide chrome plated steel escutcheon plates for exposed piping passing though walls, floors or ceilings.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Installation shall be accomplished by the licensed contractor. Provide a qualified technician, experienced in the installation and operation of the type of system being installed, to supervise the installation and testing of the system.

B. Installation of Piping: Accurately cut pipe to measurements established by the installer and work into place without springing or forcing. In any situation where bending of the pipe is required, use a standard pipe-bending template. Install concealed piping in spaces that have finished ceilings. Where ceiling mounted equipment exists, such as in operating and radiology rooms, install sprinklers so as not to obstruct the movement or operation of the equipment. Sidewall heads may need to be utilized. Locate piping in stairways as near to the ceiling as possible to prevent tampering by unauthorized personnel, and to provide a minimum headroom clearance of seven feet six inches. To prevent an obstruction to egress, provide piping clearances in accordance with NFPA

101.

C. Welding: Conform to the requirements and recommendations of NFPA 13.

D. Drains: Pipe drains to discharge at safe points outside of the building or to sight cones attached to drains of adequate size to readily carry the full flow from each drain under maximum pressure. Do not provide a direct drain connection to sewer system or discharge into sinks. Install drips and drains where necessary and required by NFPA 13.

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E. Supervisory Switches: Provide supervisory switches for sprinkler control valves.

F. Waterflow Alarm Switches: Install waterflow switch and adjacent valves in easily accessible locations.

G. Inspector's Test Connection: Install and supply in conformance with NFPA

13, locate in a secured area, and discharge to the exterior of the building.

H. Affix cutout disks, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for flow switches and non-threaded pipe connections to the respective waterflow switch or pipe connection near to the pipe from where they were cut.

I. Sleeves: Provide for pipes passing through masonry or concrete. Provide space between the pipe and the sleeve in accordance with NFPA 13. Seal this space with a UL Listed through penetration fire stop material in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. Where core drilling is used in lieu of sleeves, also seal space. Seal penetrations of walls, floors and ceilings of other types of construction, in accordance with

Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

J. Provide pressure gauge at each water flow alarm switch location and at each main drain connection.

K. Firestopping shall comply with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

L. Securely attach identification signs to control valves, drain valves, and test valves. Locate hydraulic placard information signs at each sectional control valve where there is a zone water flow switch.

M. Repairs: Repair damage to the building or equipment resulting from the installation of the sprinkler system by the installer at no additional expense to the Government.

N. Interruption of Service: There shall be no interruption of the existing sprinkler protection, water, electric, or fire alarm services without prior permission of the Contracting Officer. Contractor shall develop an interim fire protection program where interruptions involve in occupied spaces. Request in writing at least one week prior to the planned interruption.

3.2 INSPECTION AND TEST

A. Preliminary Testing: Flush newly installed systems prior to performing hydrostatic tests in order to remove any debris which may have been left as well as ensuring piping is unobstructed. Hydrostatically test system, including the fire department connections, as specified in NFPA 13, in the presence of the COR or his designated representative. Test and flush underground water line prior to performing these hydrostatic tests.

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B. Final Inspection and Testing: Subject system to tests in accordance with

NFPA 13, and when all necessary corrections have been accomplished, advise COR to schedule a final inspection and test. Connection to the fire alarm system shall have been in service for at least ten days prior to the final inspection, with adjustments made to prevent false alarms.

Furnish all instruments, labor and materials required for the tests and provide the services of the installation foreman or other competent representative of the installer to perform the tests. Correct deficiencies and retest system as necessary, prior to the final acceptance. Include the operation of all features of the systems under normal operations in test.

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS

The Contractor shall be responsible for providing a competent instructor and provide applicable Government personnel complete training in the operation and maintenance of the system. THis shall be pre-coordinated and approved IAW the SOR.

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SECTION 22 05 11

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The requirements of this Section shall apply to all sections of Division 22.

B. Definitions:

1. Exposed: Piping and equipment exposed to view in finished rooms.

C. Abbreviations/Acronyms:

1. ABS: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

2. AISI: American Iron and Steel Institute

3. AWG: American Wire Gauge

4. BACnet: Building Automation and Control Network

5. BSG: Borosilicate Glass Pipe

6. CDA: Copper Development Association

7. CO: Carbon Monoxide

8. COR: Contracting Officer’s Representative

9. CPVC: Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride

10. CR: Chloroprene

11. CWP: Cold Working Pressure

12. db(A): Decibels (A weighted)

13. DDC: Direct Digital Control

14. DISS: Diameter Index Safety System

15. DWV: Drainage, Waste and Vent

16. ECC: Engineering Control Center

17. EPDM: Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer

18. EPT: Ethylene Propylene Terpolymer

19. ETO: Ethylene Oxide

20. FAR: Federal Acquisition Regulations

21. FD: Floor Drain

22. FG: Fiberglass

23. FNPT: Female National Pipe Thread

24. FPM: Fluoroelastomer Polymer

25. HDPE: High Density Polyethylene

26. HOA: Hands-Off-Automatic

27. HP: Horsepower

28. ID: Inside Diameter

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29. MAWP: Maximum Allowable Working Pressure

30. NPTF: National Pipe Thread Female

31. NPS: Nominal Pipe Size

32. NPT: National Pipe Thread

33. OD: Outside Diameter

34. OSD: Open Sight Drain

35. OS&Y: Outside Stem and Yoke

36. PP: Polypropylene

37. PTFE: Polytetrafluoroethylene

38. PVC: Polyvinyl Chloride

39. PVDF: Polyvinylidene Fluoride

40. RTRP: Reinforced Thermosetting Resin Pipe

41. SPS: Sterile Processing Services

42. SUS: Saybolt Universal Second

43. SWP: Steam Working Pressure

44. TFE: Tetrafluoroethylene

45. THHN: Thermoplastic High-Heat Resistant Nylon Coated Wire

46. THWN: Thermoplastic Heat & Water Resistant Nylon Coated Wire

47. USDA: U.S. Department of Agriculture

48. VAC: Voltage in Alternating Current

49. WOG: Water, Oil, Gas

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

B. Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

C. Section 01 74 19, CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT.

D. Section 03 30 53, CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE: Concrete and Grout.

E. Section 05 31 00, STEEL DECKING: Building Components for Attachment of

Hangers.

F. Section 05 50 00, METAL FABRICATIONS.

G. Section 07 60 00, FLASHING AND SHEET METAL: Flashing for Wall and Roof

Penetrations.

H. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

I. Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

J. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

K. Section 13 05 41, SEISMIC RESTRAINT REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-STRUCTURAL

COMPONENTS.

L. Section 22 07 11, PLUMBING INSULATION.

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M. Section 23 09 23, DIRECT-DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HVAC.

N. Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS.

O. Section 26 05 19, LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES.

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below shall 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 Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code -

BPVC Section IX-2013....Welding, Brazing, and Fusing Qualifications

B31.1-2012..............Power Piping

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

A36/A36M-2012...........Standard Specification for Carbon Structural

Steel

A575-96(R2013)e1........Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Merchant Quality, M-Grades

E84-2013a...............Standard Test Method for Surface Burning

Characteristics of Building Materials

E119-2012a..............Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of

Building Construction and Materials

D. International Code Council, (ICC):

IBC-2012................International Building Code

IPC-2012................International Plumbing Code

E. Manufacturers Standardization Society (MSS) of the Valve and Fittings

Industry, Inc:

SP-58-2009..............Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design, Manufacture, Selection, Application and

Installation

SP-69-2003..............Pipe Hangers and Supports - Selection and

Application

F. Military Specifications (MIL):

P-21035B................Paint High Zinc Dust Content, Galvanizing

Repair (Metric)

G. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

51B-2014................Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work

54-2012.................National Fuel Gas Code

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70-2011.................National Electrical Code (NEC)

H. NSF International (NSF):

61-2012.................Drinking Water System Components – Health

Effects

372-2011................Drinking Water System Components – Lead Content

I. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA):

PG-18-10................Plumbing Design Manual

PG-18-13-2011...........Barrier Free Design Guide

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals, including number of required copies, shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, and

SAMPLES.

B. Information and material submitted under this section shall be marked

"SUBMITTED UNDER SECTION 22 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING",

with applicable paragraph identification.

C. Contractor shall make all necessary field measurements and investigations to assure that the equipment and assemblies will meet contract requirements and will fit the space available.

D. If equipment is submitted which differs in arrangement from that shown, provide drawings that show the rearrangement of all associated systems.

Approval will be given only if all features of the equipment and associated systems, including accessibility, are equivalent to that required by the contract.

E. Prior to submitting shop drawings for approval, contractor shall certify in writing that manufacturers of all major items of equipment have each reviewed drawings and specifications, and have jointly coordinated and properly integrated their equipment and controls to provide a complete and efficient installation.

F. Installing Contractor shall provide lists of previous installations for selected items of equipment. Contact persons who will serve as references, with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses shall be submitted with the references.

G. Manufacturer's Literature and Data: Manufacturer’s literature shall be submitted under the pertinent section rather than under this section.

1. Equipment and materials identification.

2. Firestopping materials.

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3. Hangers, inserts, supports and bracing. Provide load calculations for variable spring and constant support hangers.

4. Wall, floor, and ceiling plates.

H. Submittals and shop drawings for interdependent items, containing applicable descriptive information, shall be furnished together and complete in a group. Coordinate and properly integrate materials and equipment in each group to provide a completely compatible and efficient installation. Final review and approvals will be made only by groups.

I. Coordination Drawings: Complete consolidated and coordinated layout drawings shall be submitted for all new systems, and for existing systems that are in the same areas. The drawings shall include plan views, elevations and sections of all systems and shall be on a scale of not less than 1:32 (3/8 inch equal to one foot). Clearly identify and dimension the proposed locations of the principal items of equipment. The drawings shall clearly show the proposed location and adequate clearance for all equipment, controls, piping, pumps, valves and other items. All valves, trap primer valves, water hammer arrestors, strainers, and equipment requiring service shall be provided with an access door sized for the complete removal of plumbing device, component, or equipment. Equipment foundations shall not be installed until equipment or piping layout drawings have been approved. Detailed layout drawings shall be provided for all piping systems. In addition, details of the following shall be provided.

1. Hangers, inserts, supports, and bracing.

2. Pipe sleeves.

3. Equipment penetrations of floors, walls, ceilings, or roofs.

J. Maintenance Data and Operating Instructions:

1. Maintenance and operating manuals in accordance with Section 01 00

00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Article, INSTRUCTIONS, for systems and equipment. Include complete list indicating all components of the systems with diagrams of the internal wiring for each item of equipment.

2. Include listing of recommended replacement parts for keeping in stock supply, including sources of supply, for equipment shall be provided. The listing shall include belts for equipment: Belt

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Products Criteria:

1. Standard Products: Material and equipment shall be the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture, supply and servicing of the specified products for at least 5 years.

However, digital electronics devices, software and systems such as controls, instruments, computer work station, shall be the current generation of technology and basic design that has a proven satisfactory service record of at least 5 years.

2. Equipment Service: There shall be permanent service organizations, authorized and trained by manufacturers of the equipment supplied, located within 160 km (100 miles) of the project. These organizations shall come to the site and provide acceptable service to restore operations within four hours of receipt of notification by phone, e-mail or fax in event of an emergency, such as the shut-down of equipment; or within 24 hours in a non-emergency. Names, mail and e-mail addresses and phone numbers of service organizations providing service under these conditions for (as applicable to the project): pumps, compressors, water heaters, critical instrumentation, computer workstation and programming shall be submitted for project record and inserted into the operations and maintenance manual.

3. All items furnished shall be free from defects that would adversely affect the performance, maintainability and appearance of individual components and overall assembly.

4. The products and execution of work specified in Division 22 shall conform to the referenced codes and standards as required by the specifications. Local codes and amendments enforced by the local code official shall be enforced, if required by local authorities such as the natural gas supplier. If the local codes are more stringent, then the local code shall apply. Any conflicts shall be brought to attention of Contracting Officers Representative (COR).

5. Multiple Units: When two or more units of materials or equipment of the same type or class are required, these units shall be products of one manufacturer.

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6. Assembled Units: Manufacturers of equipment assemblies, which use components made by others, assume complete responsibility for the final assembled product.

7. Nameplates: Nameplate bearing manufacturer's name or identifiable trademark shall be securely affixed in a conspicuous place on equipment, or name or trademark cast integrally with equipment, stamped or otherwise permanently marked on each item of equipment.

8. Asbestos products or equipment or materials containing asbestos shall not be used.

9. Bio-Based Materials: For products designated by the USDA’s Bio- Preferred Program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for bio-based content, so long as products meet all performance requirements in this specifications section. For more information regarding the product categories covered by the Bio-

Preferred Program, visit http://www.biopreferred.gov.

B. Welding: Before any welding is performed, contractor shall submit a certificate certifying that welders comply with the following requirements:

1. Qualify welding processes and operators for piping according to ASME "Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code", Section IX, "Welding and Brazing

Qualifications".

2. Comply with provisions of ASME B31 series "Code for Pressure Piping".

3. Certify that each welder and welding operator has passed American Welding Society (AWS) qualification tests for the welding processes involved, and that certification is current.

4. All welds shall be stamped according to the provisions of the American Welding Society.

C. Manufacturer's Recommendations: Where installation procedures or any part thereof are required to be in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed copies of these recommendations shall be furnished to the COR prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received. Failure to furnish these recommendations can be cause for rejection of the material.

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D. Execution (Installation, Construction) Quality:

1. All items shall be applied and installed in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

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