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This is a specification section for an overcurrent protective device coordination study required for federal construction or renovation projects involving electrical systems. The specification mandates a comprehensive short-circuit and selective coordination study prepared by a licensed electrical engineer or qualified person, incorporating arc flash calculations and analysis in accordance with IEEE and NFPA standards. The study deliverables must include a one-line diagram showing all electrical equipment, fault impedance calculations with X/R ratios, short-circuit values at each bus, relay and circuit breaker ratings, generator and transformer specifications, selective coordination curves plotted on log-log paper demonstrating adequate time separation between devices, a settings summary table for overcurrent protective devices, and arc flash boundary calculations with incident energy levels at working distances. All analysis must comply with IEEE standards 241-90, 242-03, 399-97, 1584-18, and 1584A-19, as well as NFPA 70-23 and 70E-21.
The related federal contract opportunity (Solicitation 36C24927Q0038) is a Request for Quotation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration for a Triennial Energy Study and Arc Flash Testing service at two Lexington, Kentucky VA campuses. This is a 100 percent Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business set-aside with a contract period from December 1, 2026, through March 1, 2027. The solicitation requires site visits on November 16-17, 2026, and includes electrical power distribution system studies, coordination studies, short-circuit studies, and emergency repair and maintenance services on a continuous basis if circuits cannot be energized after inspection and maintenance. The principal NAICS code is 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors) with Product Service Code H361 (Inspection - Electric Wire and Power Distribution Equipment).
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04-01-23
SECTION 26 05 73
overcurrent PROTECTIVE DEVICE coordination STUDY SPEC WRITER NOTE: Use this section only for NCA projects. Delete between // ‑‑ // if not applicable to project. Also, delete any other item or paragraph not applicable in the section and renumber the paragraphs.
This section shall be included in all projects requiring new electrical systems, or modification to existing electrical systems.
Purpose of this specification is to ensure that the selected manufacturer’s equipment shall perform as intended.
PART 1 ‑ GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
| A. | This section specifies the overcurrent protective device coordination study, related calculations, and analysis, indicated as the study in this section. |
| B. | A short-circuit and selective coordination study, and arc flash calculations and analysis shall be prepared for the electrical overcurrent devices to be installed under this project. |
SPEC WRITER NOTE: For renovation projects, insert the limits of the study in the blank space if a study of the entire electrical system is not specified.
C. The study shall present a well-coordinated time‑current analysis of each overcurrent protective device from the //individual device// //____// up to the utility source// and the on-site generator sources//.
1.2 RELATED WORK
| A. | Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS: General electrical requirements that apply to more than one section of Division 26. |
| B. | Section 26 24 13, DISTRIBUTION SWITCHBOARDS: Low-voltage distribution switchboards. |
| C. | Section 26 24 16, PANELBOARDS: Low-voltage panelboards. |
| D. | Section 26 32 13, ENGINE GENERATORS: Engine generators. |
| E. | Section 26 36 23, AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHES: Automatic transfer switches. |
1.3 qualITY ASSURANCE
| A. | Refer to Paragraph, QUALIFICATIONS (PRODUCTS AND SERVICES), in Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS. |
| B. | The study shall be prepared by the equipment manufacturer, and performed by licensed electrical engineer or qualified person with professional experience and credential as required by the NEC. |
1.4 SUBMITTALS
| A. | Submit six copies of the following in accordance with Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS. |
| 1. | Product data on the software program to be used for the study. Software shall be in mainstream use in the industry, shall provide device settings and ratings, and shall show selective coordination by time-current drawings. |
| 2. | Complete study as described in paragraph 1.6. Submittal of the study shall be well-coordinated with submittals of the shop drawings for equipment in related specification sections. |
| 3. | Certifications: Two weeks prior to final inspection, submit the following. |
| a. | Certification by the Contractor that the overcurrent protective devices have been set in accordance with the approved study. |
1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS
| A. | Publications listed below (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. Publications are referenced in the text by designation only. |
| B. | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE): |
| 241-90 | Recommended Practice Electrical Systems in Commercial Buildings |
| 242-03 | Recommended Practice for Protection and Coordination of Industrial and Commercial Power Systems |
| 399-97 | Recommended Practice for Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Analysis |
| 1584-18 | Performing Arc-Flash Hazards Calculations |
| 1584A-19 | Performing Arc-Flash Hazards Calculations – Amendment 1 |
| C. | National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): |
| 70-23 | National Electrical Code (NEC) |
| 70E-21 | Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace |
1.6 study REQUIREMENTS
| A. | The study shall be in accordance with the latest IEEE and NFPA standards. |
| B. | The study shall include one line diagram, short-circuit and ground fault analysis, protective coordination plots for all overcurrent protective devices, and arc flash calculations and analysis. |
| C. | One Line Diagram: |
| 1. | Show all electrical equipment and wiring to be protected by the overcurrent devices. |
| 2. | Show the following specific information: |
| a. | Calculated fault impedance, X/R ratios, and short-circuit values at each feeder and branch circuit bus. |
| b. | Relay, circuit breaker, and fuse ratings. |
| c. | Generator kW/kVA and transformer kVA and voltage ratings, percent impedance, X/R ratios, and wiring connections. |
| d. | Voltage at each bus. |
| e. | Identification of each bus, matching the identification on the drawings. |
| f. | Conduit, conductor, and busway material, size, length, and X/R ratios. |
| D. | Short-Circuit Study: |
| 1. | The study shall be performed using computer software designed for this purpose. Pertinent data and the rationale employed in developing the calculations shall be described in the introductory remarks of the study. |
| 2. | Calculate the fault impedance to determine the available short-circuit and ground fault currents at each bus. Incorporate applicable motor and/or generator contribution in determining the momentary and interrupting ratings of the overcurrent protective devices. |
| 3. | Present the results of the short-circuit study in a table. Include the following: |
| a. | Device identification. |
| b. | Operating voltage. |
| c. | Overcurrent protective device type and rating. |
| d. | Calculated short-circuit current. |
| E. | Selective Coordination Study: |
| 1. | Prepare the coordination curves to determine the required settings of overcurrent protective devices to demonstrate selective coordination. Graphically illustrate on log‑log paper that adequate time separation exists between devices, including the utility company upstream device if applicable. Plot the specific time‑current characteristics of each overcurrent protective device in such a manner that all devices are clearly depicted. |
| 2. | The following specific information shall also be shown on the coordination curves: |
| a. | Device identification. |
| b. | Potential transformer and current transformer ratios. |
| c. | Three‑phase and single‑phase ANSI damage points or curves for each cable, transformer, or generator. |
| d. | Applicable circuit breaker or protective relay characteristic curves. |
| e. | No‑damage, melting, and clearing curves for fuses. |
| f. | Transformer in-rush points. |
| 3. | Develop a table to summarize the settings selected for the overcurrent protective devices. Include the following in the table: |
| a. | Device identification. |
| b. | Protective relay or circuit breaker potential and current transformer ratios, sensor rating, and available and suggested pickup and delay settings for each available trip characteristic. |
| c. | Fuse rating and type. |
| F. | Arc Flash Calculations and Analysis: |
| 1. | Arc flash warning labels shall comply with Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS. |
| 2. | Arc flash calculations shall be based on actual over-current protective device clearing time. Maximum clearing time shall be in accordance with IEEE 1584. |
| 3. | Arc flash analysis shall be based on the lowest clearing time setting of the over-current protective device to minimize the incident energy level without compromising selective coordination. |
| 4. | Arc flash boundary and available arc flash incident energy at the corresponding working distance shall be calculated for all electrical power distribution equipment specified in the project, and as shown on the drawings. |
| 5. | Required arc-rated clothing and other PPE shall be selected and specified in accordance with the latest NFPA 70E. |
1.7 ANALYSIS
A. Analyze the short-circuit calculations, and highlight any equipment determined to be underrated as specified. Propose solutions to effectively protect the underrated equipment.
1.8 ADJUSTMENTS, SETTINGS, AND MODIFICATIONS
A. Final field settings and minor modifications of the overcurrent protective devices shall be made to conform with the study, without additional cost to the Government.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not used)
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