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This solicitation document is for plumbing fixture upgrades at the Nashville VA Medical Center located in Nashville, Tennessee. The solicitation number is 36C24923B0015 and seeks to upgrade mixing valves, faucets, and showers. Key products required include thermostatic mixing valves, lavatory and medical faucets from eight specified manufacturers, and shower valves and accessories. Submittals must include manufacturer literature, product data and samples. Work includes installation of new fixtures and valves according to the specifications. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 9. The opportunity closes on July 7, 2023.

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VAMC Nashville Bid Documents Nashville, TN Project No.626-22-203

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SECTION 22 40 00

PLUMBING FIXTURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Plumbing fixtures, associated trim and fittings necessary to make a complete installation from wall or floor connections to rough piping, and certain accessories.

B. A complete listing of all acronyms and abbreviations are included in

Section 22 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING.

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 81 13, SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

E. Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS: Sealing between fixtures and other finish surfaces.

F. Section 08 31 13, ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES: Flush panel access doors.

G. Section 10 21 13, TOILET COMPARTMENTS: Through bolts.

H. Section 22 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING.

J. 22 13 00, FACILITY SANITARY AND VENT PIPING.

1.3 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. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

A112.6.1M-1997 (R2012)..Supports for Off-the-Floor Plumbing Fixtures for Public Use

A112.19.1-2013..........Enameled Cast Iron and Enameled Steel Plumbing

Fixtures

A112.19.2-2013..........Ceramic Plumbing Fixtures

A112.19.3-2008..........Stainless Steel Plumbing Fixtures

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

A276-2013a..............Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes

B584-2008...............Standard Specification for Copper Alloy Sand

Castings for General Applications

D. CSA Group:

B45.4-2008 (R2013)......Stainless Steel Plumbing Fixtures

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E. National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM):

AMP 500-2006............Metal Finishes Manual

F. American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE):

1016-2011...............Automatic Compensating Valves for Individual

Showers and Tub/Shower Combinations

G. NSF International (NSF):

14-2013.................Plastics Piping System Components and Related

Materials

61-2013.................Drinking Water System Components – Health

Effects

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

H. American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A)

I. International Code Council (ICC):

IPC-2015................International Plumbing Code

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 40 00, PLUMBING FIXTURES”, with applicable paragraph identification.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data including: Full item description and optional features and accessories. Include dimensions, weights, materials, applications, standard compliance, model numbers, size, connections, and capacity.

D. Operating Instructions: Comply with requirements in Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. 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.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

http://www.biopreferred.gov/

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2.1 MATERIALS

A. Material or equipment containing a weighted average of greater than

0.25 percent lead is prohibited in any potable water system intended for human consumption, and shall be certified in accordance with NSF 61 or NSF 372. Endpoint devices used to dispense water for drinking shall meet the requirements of NSF 61.

B. Plastic pipe, fittings, and solvent cement shall meet NSF 14 and shall be NSF listed for the service intended.

2.2 STAINLESS STEEL

A. Corrosion-resistant Steel (CRS):

1. Plate, Sheet and Strip: CRS flat products shall conform to chemical composition requirements of any 300 series steel specified in ASTM

A276.

2. Finish: Exposed surfaces shall have standard polish (ground and polished) equal to NAAMM finish Number 4.

B. Die-cast zinc alloy products are prohibited.

2.3 STOPS

A. Provide lock-shield loose key or screw driver pattern angle stops, straight stops or stops integral with faucet, with each compression type faucet whether specifically called for or not, including sinks in solid-surface, wood and metal casework, laboratory furniture and pharmacy furniture. Locate stops centrally above or below fixture in accessible location.

B. Furnish keys for lock shield stops to the COR.

C. Supply from stops not integral with faucet shall be chrome plated copper flexible tubing or flexible stainless steel with inner core of non-toxic polymer.

D. Supply pipe from wall to valve stop shall be rigid threaded IPS copper alloy pipe, i.e. red brass pipe nipple, chrome plated where exposed.

E. Mental Health Area: Provide stainless steel drain guard for all lavatories not installed in casework.

2.4 ESCUTCHEONS

A. Heavy type, chrome plated, with set screws. Provide for piping serving plumbing fixtures and at each wall, ceiling and floor penetrations in exposed finished locations and within cabinets and millwork.

2.5 LAMINAR FLOW CONTROL DEVICE

A. Smooth, bright stainless steel or satin finish, chrome plated metal laminar flow device shall provide non-aeration, clear, coherent laminar

22 40 00 - 4 flow that will not splash in basin. Device shall also have a flow control restrictor and have vandal resistant housing. Aerators are prohibited.

B. Flow Control Restrictor:

1. Capable of restricting flow from 1.5 gpm to 2.2 gpm as indicated. 32 ml/s to 95 ml/s (0.5 gpm to 1.5 gpm) for lavatories; 125 ml/s to 140 ml/s (2.0 gpm to 2.2 gpm) for sinks P-505 through P-520, P-524 and

P-528; and 174 ml/s to 190 ml/s (2.75 gpm to 3.0 gpm) for dietary food preparation and rinse sinks or as specified.

2. Compensates for pressure fluctuation maintaining flow rate specified above within 10 percent between 170 kPa and 550 kPa (25 psig and 80 psig).

3. Operates by expansion and contraction, eliminates mineral/sediment build-up with self-cleaning action, and is capable of easy manual cleaning.

2.10 LAVATORIES FIXTURES

A. Faucets: Solid cast brass construction, bright chrome plated, vandal resistant, Control shall be washerless ceramic disc cartridge type with check valves. 1/2" male inlets.

1. Provide laminar flow control device

2. Max Pressure rating 115 to 125 PSI.

3. Max Temperature rating 180 degrees F, unless noted otherwise.

4. Flow shall be limited 1.5 gpm for lavatories, unless noted as

2.2 gpm.

5. Handles shall be cast, formed or drop forged copper alloy. 4” wrist blade type, unless noted otherwise.

6. Provide 4” or 8” centers as appropriate for the lavatory or countertop installation.

7. Spouts shall be rigid, unless noted otherwise. Gooseneck spouts shall be centrally exposed with outlet 5 to 7 inches above rim, unless noted otherwise.

8. ASME A112.18.1 and ADA ANSI/ICC A117.1 compliant.

9. (F4WB) Workboard Faucet, 4" Deck Mount, Centerset mixing.

Ceramic Cartridges, 4-3/8” to 6” Gooseneck, 4" Handles. 1.5 GPM

Laminar Device.

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10. (F4) Medical & Lavatory Faucet, 4" Deck Mount, Centerset mixing. 5” integral spout. Ceramic Cartridges, 4" Wrist Handles,

1.5 GPM Laminar Device.

11. (F8MF) Medical Faucet, Deck Mounted, 8" Centers, Concealed

Mixing, 6” Swivel Gooseneck, 4" Wrist Handles, Ceramic

Cartridges, 1.5 GPM Laminar Device.

12. (F8) Medical & Lavatory Faucet, 8" centers, Deck mounted, concealed mixing, 5" Cast Spout, 4” Wrist Handles, Ceramic

Cartridges, 1.5 GPM Laminar Device.

13. (F8WM) Wall Mount Faucet, 8” centers (adjustable), 12"

Swing/Swivel Nozzle, 2.2 GPM Laminar Flow Device, 4” Wrist

Handles, Ceramic Cartridges.

14. (F8WB) Workboard Faucet, Deck Mount, 8” centers, Ceramic

Cartridges, 10" Swing Nozzle, Lever Handles, 2.2 GPM laminar flow.

15. (FSH) Double Pantry Faucet, Single Hole, Ceramic Cartridges, 6” Swivel Gooseneck, Lever Handles, 1.5 gpm laminar flow device.

Install sink hole covers as necessary to trim-out existing sink/lav.

16. (F8WMS) Service Sink wall mounted mixing faucet, 8” centers

(adjustable), pale hook, integral vacuum breaker and fixed spout with upper support/rod, 10 gpm,3/4” garden hose male outlet, Ceramic Cartridges w/ Check Valves, Lever Handles.

17.(PF) Programmable Handsfree Metered Faucet – Electronic faucet with dual-beam infrared sensor specifically designed for Patient

Care applications with Legionella prevention in mind. Provides an adjustable hygiene flush using a compatible wireless handheld programming unit; provide 1 programming unit to VA COR.

Rigid/swing gooseneck spout with outlet 7” above deck. Single hole. Provide 4” or 8” deck plate as necessary for installation.

2.5 gpm flow control. 140 degree F Temperature limit. User-adjustable temperature control mixer. Rounded, base-mounted handle for user thermostatic temperature control. Long Term Power

System provides maintenance-free power for 15 years or more. Up to 40 second run time with hand presence. Safety auto-timeout feature shuts water off.

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B. Showers (SV): Shower Valve shall include Temperature/Pressure Balancing

Valve, Brass body with brass or CRS trim, exposed finishes shall be bright chrome plated, ASSE 1016 compliant, self-contained cartridge, adjustable temp stops, ceramic shut-offs, integral check stops, ADA compliant, ligature resistant handle. Commercial quality sensor for repeatable, reliable anti-scald performance.

1. Maximum pressure 125 psi.

2. Adjustable temperature range 85-115 degrees F.

3. 1/2-inch inlet and outlet

4. Maximum temperature rating of 180 degrees F

5. Handheld shower Head (typical): Chromed ABS or metal shower head with 1500 mm (60 inches) length of lined, interlocked stainless steel or chrome plated brass, metal flexible reinforced hose connection to supply, with automatic flow control device to limit discharge to not more than 1.5 gpm or 2.5 gpm at 25 psig. Design showerhead to fit in palm of hand. Provide CRS or metal adjustable wall bar with a swivel holder for showerhead. Fasten wall bar securely to wall (conceal any existing holes from previous bar).

6. Fixed Shower Head (not typical): Large, ball-jointed directional swivel, chrome plated brass, 2.5 gpm, with adjustable spray pattern. Typical installations do not have a fixed head; provide as needed to replace existing fixed shower heads.

7. Select options and accessories as required for the installation location; typically a Handheld Spray Head w/ pause control, Handheld Supply elbow (90 degree elbow at wall), 60” stainless steel hose, Inline vacuum breaker, Glide Rail & holder (conceal existing slide bar screw holes) and occasionally a Fixed Showerhead.

C. Thermostatic Mixing Valve with flush mode- Required on all new faucets and the identified existing faucets to remain. See SOW Attachment A -

Work and Locations schedule.

1. Shall meet ASSE 1070 requirements for water temperature control. ASME A112.1070 compliant.

2. The body shall be cast bronze or brass with corrosion resistant internal parts preventing scale and biofilm build-up.

3. No special tool shall be required for temperature adjustment, maintenance, replacing parts and disinfecting operations.

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4. Valve shall be able to be placed in various positions without making temperature adjustment or reading difficult.

5. Chrome finish.

6. Valve shall allow easy temperature adjustments to allow hot water circulation. Internal parts shall be able to withstand disinfecting operations of chemical and thermal treatment of water temperatures up to 82°C (180°F) for 30 minutes or 50 mg/L (50 ppm) chlorine residual concentration for 24 hours.

7. Parts shall be easily removed or replaced without dismantling the valves, for easy scale removal and disinfecting of parts.

8. Valve shall have a manual adjustable temperature control with locking mechanism to prevent tampering by end user. Outlet temperature shall be visible to ensure outlet temperature does not exceed specified limits, particularly after thermal eradication procedures.

9. Provide mixing valves with integral check valves to prevent cross flow with screens and stop valves.

10. Provide Pipe Flush Mode for high temperature system flushing used in thermal disinfection. Adjustment cap with locking feature.

11. Thermostatic mixing up to 4.6 gpm.

12. 3/8" compression inlets and outlets. 3/8" compression tee inlet connection for cold water bypass and 3/8" compression angle outlet connection for hot water hookup.

D. Exposed parts shall be chrome plated with a smooth bright finish, unless noted otherwise.

E. Brass components in contact with water shall contain no more than 0.25 percent lead content by dry weight.

F. The Fixtures following faucets and mixing valve have been selected as a basis of design only to demonstrate capabilities, performance standards and body style arrangement/configuration requirements for various room types. Submitted faucets fixtures must meet at a minimum the standard of both the basis of design Reference Equipment Sheet and specifications. Contractor shall provide the specified brand name or equal. Refer to the attached Reference Equipment Standard.

1. T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-1141-2VL15CR4

2. T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-0890-CR-LF05 add outlet

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B-0199-08-LF15

3. T & S Bronze and Brass Works –Model B-2866-05CR-L15

4. T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-2990 – BWH4CR add outlet B-0199-08-LF15

5. T & S Bronze and Brass Works –Model BP-0300-CR-VF15 add outlet

B-0199-29VR and 4-inch wrist action handles.

6. T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-0231-CR4-L22

7. T & S Bronze and Brass Works – B-1122-XS-V22CR

8. Acorn Controls Shower Valve – Model SV16 – Select as required

Showerhead CSH25; Handheld Shower – HHC23 with HHSH hose with

GR 24 mounting rail.

9. Chicago Faucets Mixing Valve – Model 131-CFMABRCF with flush mode.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Fixture Setting: Opening between fixture and floor and wall finish shall be sealed as specified under Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

Bio-based materials shall be utilized when possible.

B. Supports and Fastening: Secure all fixtures, equipment and trimmings to partitions, walls and related finish surfaces. Exposed heads of bolts and nuts in finished rooms shall be hexagonal, polished chrome plated brass with rounded tops.

C. Through Bolts: For free standing marble and metal stud partitions refer to Section 10 21 13, TOILET COMPARTMENTS.

D. Toggle Bolts: For hollow masonry units, finished or unfinished.

E. Expansion Bolts: For brick or concrete or other solid masonry. Shall be

6 mm (1/4 inch) diameter bolts, and to extend at least 76 mm (3 inches) into masonry and be fitted with loose tubing or sleeves extending into masonry. Wood plugs, fiber plugs, lead or other soft metal shields are prohibited.

F. Power Set Fasteners: May be used for concrete walls, shall be 6 mm (1/4 inch) threaded studs, and shall extend at least 32 mm (1 1/4 inches) into wall.

G. Tightly cover and protect fixtures and equipment against dirt, water and chemical or mechanical injury.

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H. Where water closet waste pipe has to be offset due to beam interference, provide correct and additional piping necessary to eliminate relocation of water closet.

I. Aerators are prohibited on lavatories and sinks.

J. If an installation is unsatisfactory to the COR, the Contractor shall correct the installation at no cost or additional time to the

Government.

3.2 CLEANING

A. At completion of all work, fixtures, exposed materials and equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned.

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ATTACHMENT – REFERENCE EQUIPMENT SHEET (FACILITY STANDARD)

TVHS has selected faucets, shower, and mixing valves as facility standards. These standards are selected to meet the high-water temp requirements of system flushing for the prevention of Legionella. Any deviation must be approved in writing by the COR as part of the submittal process. Substitutes shall be compatible in arrangement/configuration, quality, material thicknesses, performance, fit and finish.

1. (F4WB) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-1141-2VL15CR4 (brand name or equal) Workboard

Faucet, 4" Deck Mount, Ceramas, 4-3/8" Gooseneck, VR 1.5 GPM Laminar, 4" Handles.

2. (F4) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-0890-CR (brand name or equal) Medical & Lavatory

Faucet, 4" Deck Mount, Ceramas, 4" Wrist Handles. Add option outlet laminar device B-0199-08-LF15

1.5 GPM VR Laminar Device.

3. (F8MF) T & S Bronze and Brass Works –Model B-2866-05CR (brand name or equal) Medical Faucet, 8" Centers, 5-3/4” Swivel/Rigid Gooseneck, 4" Wrist-Action Handles, Ceramas. Add outlet laminar device B-0199-29 1.5 GPM.

4. (F8) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-2990 – BWH4CR (brand name or equal) Medical &

Lavatory Faucet, 8"cc, Concealed Bodies, 5" Cast Spout, Ceramic Cartridges. Add outlet B-0199-08-

LF15 1.5 GPM VR Laminar Device,

5. (F8WM) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-0231-CR4-L22 (brand name or equal) 8" Wall

Mount Faucet, Cerama Cartridges, 12" Swing Nozzle, 2.2 GPM Laminar Flow Device.

6. (F8WB) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – B-1122-XS-V22CR (brand name or equal) 8" Workboard

Faucet, Deck Mount, Ceramas, 10" Swing Nozzle, Lever Handles. Add VR laminar flow device.

7. (FSH) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model BP-0300-CRVF05 (brand name or equal) Double Pantry

Faucet, Single Hole, Ceramas, 5-3/4” Swivel Gooseneck, Lever Handles. Add outlet B-0199-08-LF15

1.5 GPM VR Laminar Device,

8. (SV) Acorn Controls Shower Valve – Model SV16 (brand name or equal) T/P Balancing Valve, ASSE

1016 compliant, self-contained cartridge, adjustable temp stops, ceramic shut-offs, integral check stops. Select options and accessories as required by the installation location:

Handheld Spray Head HHC15 (brand name or equal) w/ pause control (standard on wards showers) (submit sample)

HHSE (brand name or equal) Handheld Supply elbow (90 degree elbow at wall), standard

HHSH (brand name or equal) 60” stainless steel hose, standard (submit sample)

IVB (brand name or equal) inline vacuum breaker, standard (submit sample)

GR30 (brand name or equal) Glide Rail & holder (conceal existing slide bar screw holes), standard (Submit sample)

Fixed Showerhead LSH25 (brand name or equal) (in very few showers – verify locations), not standard

9. Chicago Faucets Mixing Valve – Model 131-CFMABRCF (brand name or equal) with flush mode.

Required on all new faucets (and as scheduled for addition on existing faucets). Rough Chrome.

10. (F8WMS) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-0665-CR-BSTP (brand name or equal) Service

Sink, Cerama Cartridges w/ Check Valves, Lever Handles.

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11. (PF) Chicago Programmable Faucet - Chicago Part# 116.698.AB.1 (brand name or equal). Compatible with Chicago Faucet Programmer Part# 116.585.00.1. As part of the project, provide VA with 1

Faucet programmer.

SECTION 22 40 00
PLUMBING FIXTURES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
1.2 RELATED WORK
1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS
1.4 SUBMITTALS
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
2.2 STAINLESS STEEL
2.3 STOPS
2.4 ESCUTCHEONS
2.5 LAMINAR FLOW CONTROL DEVICE
2.10 LAVATORIES FIXTURES
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.2 CLEANING

4. (F8) T & S Bronze and Brass Works – Model B-2990 – BWH4CR (brand name or equal) Medical & Lavatory Faucet, 8"cc, Concealed Bodies, 5" Cast Spout, Ceramic Cartridges. Add outlet B-0199-08-LF15 1.5 GPM VR Laminar Device,

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