2025.08.22_211921 Hot Springs Dom 8_Add-1.pdf

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ADDENDUM

PROJECT: (Name and Address) ADDENDUM NO.: 01

VA Hot Springs DOM Renovation Building 8

Hot Springs, South Dakota DATE ISSUED: 08-22-2025

BIDS DUE: 09-03-2025

ARCHITECT’S PROJECT NO: 211921

The following changes or modifications are to be incorporated into and become a part of the Contract

Documents. The Bidder shall note receipt and make acknowledgement of this Addendum on the Bid

Proposal, incorporating these provisions in the bid.

PROJECT MANUAL:

ITEM NO: 1: Spec Section 14 24 00 New Hydraulic Elevator revised.

ITEM NO: 2: Spec Section 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation revised.

DRAWINGS:

ITEM NO: 1: GI100 – Life Safety Plan – Basement

a) Added door in basement corridor.

b) Split basement corridor into two separate rooms and adjusted naming/numbering accordingly.

c) Updated background to show a new exterior door in the basement.

d) Updated occupant egress loads per change to basement corridor(s).

ITEM NO: 2: GI101 – Life Safety Plan – 1st Floor

a) Updated occupant egress loads per change to basement corridor(s).

ITEM NO: 3: GI121 – Architectural Site Plans

a) Updated keynote verbiage (1.02).

ITEM NO: 4: HA100 – Hazardous Abatement Plan – Basement

a) Added missing keynote tags to plan (2.91).

ITEM NO: 5: HA102 – Hazardous Abatement Plan – 2nd Floor

a) Added missing keynote tags to plan (2.91)

ITEM NO: 6: AD100 – Demolition Plan – Basement

a) Updated background to show the full removal of the existing exterior door in the basement.

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319 N Main Avenue, Suite 2 Sioux Falls, SD 57104 phone (605) 271.1144 stonegrouparchitects.com

b) Added keynote to existing exterior door in the basement (2.03).

ITEM NO: 7: AD110 – Demolition RCP – Basement

a) Updated background to show the full removal of the existing door in the basement.

ITEM NO: 8: AE100 – Architectural Floor Plan – Basement

a) Updated background to show a new exterior door in the basement.

b) Split basement corridor into two separate rooms and adjusted naming/numbering accordingly.

c) Added door in basement corridor.

d) Added door tag to new corridor door (B00A).

e) Added door tag to new exterior door (B14A).

ITEM NO: 9: AE104 – Architectural Dimension Plan – Basement

a) Updated background to show a new exterior door in the basement.

b) Split basement corridor into two separate rooms and adjusted naming/numbering accordingly.

c) Added additional wall tags around new corridor door.

ITEM NO: 10: AE110 – Reflected Ceiling Plan – Basement

a) Updated background to show a new exterior door in the basement.

b) Updated background to show a new corridor door in the basement.

c) Split basement corridor into two separate rooms and adjusted naming/numbering accordingly.

ITEM NO: 11: AE301 – Building Sections

a) Updated background to show a new exterior door in the basement.

b) Added keynote to new exterior door in basement (8.51).

ITEM NO: 12: AE601 – Schedules

a) Door B00A added to door schedule.

b) Door B14A added to door schedule.

c) Door hardware sets have been added to the door schedule.

d) Door remarks have been updated in the door schedule.

e) Gates are now called out to have hardware set 30.

f) Door Frame Type Legend notes have been updated to ensure coordination w/ Access

Control Contractor.

g) Door Type Legend notes have been updated to ensure coordination w/ Access Control

Contractor.

ITEM NO: 13: AI100 – Finish and Signage Plan – Basement

a) Updated background to show a new exterior door in the basement.

b) Updated background to show a new corridor door in the basement.

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Sioux Falls, SD 57104

c) Split basement corridor into two separate rooms and adjusted naming/numbering accordingly.

d) Added room sign adjacent to new corridor door (B00A).

ITEM NO: 14: AI103 – Finish and Signage Schedules

a) Room finishes schedule revised at basement corridor.

ITEM NO: 15: AI801 – Elevator Cab Details

a) Added note to Elevator Cab Interior Elevation (D1/AI801)

b) Elevator Control Panel to include integrated card reader.

ATTACHMENTS:

• Spec Section 14 24 00 New Hydraulic Elevator

• Spec Section 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation

• GI100 – Life Safety Plan – Basement

• GI101 – Life Safety Plan – 1st Floor

• AD100 – Demolition Plan – Basement

• AD110 – Demolition RCP – Basement

• AE100 – Architectural Floor Plan – Basement

• AE104 – Architectural Dimension Plan – Basement

• AE110 – Reflected Ceiling Plan – Basement

• AE301 – Building Sections

• AE601 – Schedules

• AI100 – Finish and Signage Plan – Basement

• AI103 – Finish and Signage Schedules

• AI801 – Elevator Cab Details

• MP – 103 – Enlarged Piping Plans

• MJ – 101 – Symbols & Details

• MJ – 102 – Schedules

• MJ – 105 – Mechanical Control Schematics

• EP – 201 – R1 – Basement Power Plans

• EP – 202 – R1 – First Floor Power Plan

• EP – 203 – R1 – Second Floor & Attic Power Plans

• ES – 301 – R1 – Basement Signal Plan

• ES – 302 – R1 – First Floor Signal Plan

• ES – 303 – R1 – Second Floor & Attic Signal Plans

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Sioux Falls, SD 57104

• EJ – 402 – R1 – Electrical Details

• EJ – 403 – R1 – Electrical Schedules

• EJ – 404 – R1 – Electrical Schedules

END OF ADDENDUM

Addendum

RAPID CITY, SD/POWER SIOUX FALLS, SD BISMARCK, ND CASPER, WY CEDAR RAPIDS, IA

P: (605) 348-7455 ELEC SPECIALTIES P: (701) 751-7322 P: (307) 234-9484 P: (319) 365-0030 F: (605) 348-9445 P: (605) 362-3753 F: (605) 348-9445 F: (307) 234-5494 F: (319) 365-4122 F: (605) 362-3759

Date: 8/22/2025 Project: Dom Renovation for Semiprivate Rooms

To: All Plan Holders Project #: VA# 568-20-208, WPE# BR21039

From: David Dowling/Michael Heinrich, Mike Sigman Project Location: Hot Springs, South Dakota

Addendum Number: #001

To: All prime contract bidders and all others to whom Drawings and Specifications have been issued by the Engineer.

Acknowledge receipt of the Addendum by inserting its number and date on the Bid Form. Failure to do so may subject bidder to disqualification. This Addendum forms a part of the Contract Documents. It modifies them as follows:

Specifications

Section 22 0523

1. Add the following paragraph under Section 22 0523:

2.12 AUTOMATIC BALANCING VALVES

A. Construction: Brass or bronze body with union on inlet and outlet, pressure compensating, temperature and pressure test plug on inlet and outlet with blowdown/backflush drain. All valves shall have access capability to allow field exchange of internal components without removing valve body from piping. Valves shall have 2-32 psi operating range. Valve shall be lead free.

B. Calibration: Control flow within 5 percent of selected rating, over operating pressure range of 10 times minimum pressure required for control, maximum minimum pressure 3 psi.

C. Control Mechanism: Stainless steel or nickel plated brass piston or regulator cup, operating against stainless steel helical or wave formed spring.

D. Accessories: Flow control valve shall be in a union (or flanged)/flow control device/ball valve configuration.

E. All valves shall be permanently marked to show direction of flow, flow rate and pressure range. Provide chain hung tags to indicate device served, service medium and flow rate.

F. Flow for each balancing valve shall be 0.33 GPM.

Section 23 0711

1. Include the attached specification section 23 0711 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation.

Section 23 09 23:

1. Under 1.1F, Revise to indicate: This facility's existing direct-digital control (DDC) system is manufactured by Schneider Electric, with controls by Temperature Technology Inc.

Drawings

Sheet FX-101

1. Fire Sprinkler Plan Note B to say the following: FIRE SPRINKLER PIPING WITHIN THE SCOPE OF WORK BOUNDARY SHALL BE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR NEW ROOMS AND SPACES, UTILIZING THE EXISTING FIRE SERVICE ENTRANCE. FIRE SPRINKLER PIPING CROSSING THIS BOUNDARY

SHALL BE MODIFIED ACCORDINGLY TO MAINTAIN EXISTING FIRE PROTECTION COVERAGE.

Sheet PP-101

1. Revise the title of the first group of notes to say the following: MISCELLANEOUS WASTE AND VENT NOTES.

Sheet PP-102

F: (605) 348-9445 P: (605) 362-3753 F: (605) 348-9445 F: (307) 234-5494 F: (319) 365-4122 F: (605) 362-3759

1. Revise the title of the first group of notes to say the following: MISCELLANEOUS WASTE AND VENT NOTES.

Sheet PP-103

1. Revise the title of the first group of notes to say the following: MISCELLANEOUS WASTE AND VENT NOTES.

Sheet MP-101

1. Add enlarged view tags 1 / MP-103 and 2 / MP-103 associated with room Mechanical B10.

Sheet MP-103

1. Add the attached sheet MP-103.

Sheet MH-101

1. Revise Mechanical Specific Note M225 to say the following: BAS TO PROVIDE ASTRONOMICAL CONTROL OF LIGHTING CONTACTOR WITHIN THIS SPACE. COORDINATE INSTALL WITH DIVISION 26 CONTRACTOR.

Sheet MJ-101

1. Revise the Sequence of Operation to indicate that FC 2-07 and FC 2-08 shall have 3-way control valves for the heating water coils.

2. Remove the control schematics from Sheet MJ-101. Add typical pad mount mechanical equipment detail, as shown on the attached sheet MJ-101.

Sheet MJ-102

1. Revise the AIR COOLED CHILLER SCHEDULE, as shown on the attached sheet MJ-102.

2. Revise the PUMP SCHEDULE, as shown on the attached sheet MJ-102.

3. Revise the EXPANSION TANK SCHEDULE, as shown on the attached sheet MJ-102.

4. Revise the HYDRONIC UNIT HEATER SCHEDULE, as shown on the attached sheet MJ-102.

Sheet MJ-105

1. Add the attached sheet MJ-105.

Sheet EP-201

1. Modified specific note E212 as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-201-R1.

2. Added power to two existing condensate return pumps CR-E1A and CR-E1B that are to remain and need to be reconnected. Also added associated note E215 as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-201-R1.

Sheet EP-202

1. Modified specific note E213 as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-202-R1.

2. Added specific note E216 at door X1B as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-202-R1.

3. Removed ADA Operator from door X1B as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-202-R1.

Sheet EP-203

1. Modified specific note E213 as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-203-R1.

2. Added specific note E216 at door X2B as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-203-R1.

3. Removed ADA Operator from door X2B as shown on the attached revised sheet EP-203-R1.

Sheet ES-301

1. Modified specific notes E304, E305, E320 and added specific notes E321 and E322 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-301-R1.

2. Modified note used at door B14 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-301-R1.

3. Added access control items to new door B00A as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-301-R1.

F: (605) 348-9445 P: (605) 362-3753 F: (605) 348-9445 F: (307) 234-5494 F: (319) 365-4122 F: (605) 362-3759

Sheet ES-302

1. Modified specific notes E304, E305, E311 and E320 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

2. Modified note used at door 100 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

3. Added access control items to door 101 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

4. Deleted card reader and door position switches at door X1A and added note E323 to this door as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

5. Deleted card reader; door position switches; and ADA operator controls at door X1A and added note E323 to this door as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

6. Added note E304 to door 105A as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

7. Deleted access control from exterior doors at Lounge 118 and at doors leading exterior to the porch as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-302-R1.

Sheet ES-303

1. Modified specific notes E304, E305, E311 and E320 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-303-R1.

2. Modified the note used at door 200 as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-303-R1.

3. Added new note E323 to doors X2A and X2B as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-303-R1.

4. Added note E304 to door 205A as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-303-R1.

5. Deleted access control from exterior doors at Lounge 218 and at doors leading exterior to the porch as shown on the attached revised sheet ES-303-R1.

Sheet EJ-402

1. Changed the detail name for detail 1 as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-402-R1.

2. Modified the names of the three existing Detail 4 Door Details as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-402-R1.

3. Added Door Numbers to applicable Access Control detail to be used.

Sheet EJ-403

1. Changed HP designations in Starter Disconnect Schedule for CP-1A; CP-1B; CP-2A and CP-2B as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-403-R1.

2. Added condensate pumps CR-E1A and CR-E1B to Starter Disconnect Schedule as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-403-R1.

Sheet EJ-404

1. Changed Panelboard 8EQB1 from 42 circuit panelboard to 54 circuit panelboard as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-404-R1.

2. Added connections for condensate pumps CR-E1A and CR-E1B to Panelboard 8EQB1 as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-404-R1.

3. Changed loads, breakers and conductor sizes in Panelboard 8EQB1 for change in HP related to CP-1A; CP-1B; CP- 2A and CP-2B as shown on the attached revised sheet EJ-404-R1.

4. Changed Panelboard 8N11 circuit 24 from feeding ADA Operator to a spare.

5. Changed Panelboard 8N21 circuit 28 from feeding ADA Operator to a spare.

END OF DOCUMENT – DLD/MRS

Attachments Section 230711 Sheets MP-103; MJ-101; MJ-102; MJ-105; EP-201-R1; EP-202-R1; EP-203-R1; ES-301-R1; ES-302-R1; ES-303-R1;

EJ-402-R1; EJ-403-R1; EJ-404-R1

DOM RENOVATION BUILDING 8: 568A4-21-208 12-01-20

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SECTION 14 24 00

NEW HYDRAULIC ELEVATOR

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies the engineering, furnishing, and installation of the complete hydraulic elevator system as described herein and as indicated on the contract drawings.

B. Items listed in the singular apply to each elevator in this specification except where noted.

C. Passenger Elevator P__ shall be oil hydraulic, machine room-less microprocessor control system, and power-operated car and hoistway doors. Elevator shall have Class “A” loading.

ELEVATOR SCHEDULE

Elevator Number B8-P1

Overall Platform Size

Clear Inside Platform Plaform is to be 42.2sq ft. (min)

Provide largest to fit in shaft

Rated Load – kg (lb) 4000 lbs min

Contract Speed - m/s (fpm) 80 fpm

Total Travel – m (ft) 24’ 9 ½”

Floors Served 3

Number of Openings 5

Entrance Type & Size Two Speed (Left Hand, Right Hand)

Plunger Size By Manufactuere

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 33 23 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION (FAR

52.236-21) and, SPECIAL NOTES (VAAR 852.236-91), in GENERAL CONDITIONS.

B. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING: Sealing around penetrations to maintain the integrity of fire-rated construction.

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

COMPONENTS: Requirements for seismic restraint of non-structural components.

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D. Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS: General electrical requirements that are common to more than one section.

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

(600 VOLTS AND BELOW): Low Voltage power and lighting wiring.

F. Section 26 05 26, GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:

Requirements for personnel safety and to provide a low impedance path for possible ground fault currents.

G. Section 26 05 33, RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Conduits for cables and wiring.

H. Section 26 05 73, OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICE COORDINATION STUDY:

Requirements for installing the over-current protective devices to ensure proper equipment and personnel protection.

I. Section 26 22 00, LOW-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS: Low voltage transformers.

J. Section 26 24 16, PANELBOARDS: Low voltage panelboards.

K. Section 26 43 13, TRANSIENT-VOLTAGE SURGE SUPPRESSION: Surge suppressors installed in panelboards.

L. Section 26 51 00, INTERIOR LIGHTING: Fixture and ballast type for interior lighting.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Approval by the Contracting Officer is required for products and services of proposed manufacturers, suppliers, installers, and shall be contingent upon submission of certificates by the Contractor stating the following:

1. Elevator contractor is currently and regularly engaged in the installation of elevator equipment as one of his principal products.

2. Elevator contractor shall have five (5) years of successful experience, trained supervisory personnel, and facilities to install elevator equipment specified herein.

3. Elevator Mechanic (Installer) shall have passed a Mechanic

Examination approved by the U.S. Department of Labor and have technical qualifications of at least five years of experience in the elevator industry or 10,000 hours of field experience working in the elevator industry with technical update training. Apprentices shall be actively pursuing Certified Elevator Mechanic status.

Certification shall be submitted for all workers employed in this capacity.

B. Welding at the project site shall be performed by certified welders who have previously qualified by test as prescribed in American Welding

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Society Publications AWS Dl.1 to perform the type of work required.

Certificates shall be submitted for all workers employed in this capacity. A welding or hot work permit is required for each day and shall be obtained from the VAMC safety department. Request permit one day in advance.

C. Electrical work shall be performed by a Licensed Master Electrician and

Licensed Journeymen Electricians as requirements by NEC. Certificates shall be submitted for all workers employed in this capacity.

D. Approval will not be given to elevator contractors and manufacturers who have established on prior projects, either government, municipal, or commercial, a record for unsatisfactory elevator installations, have failed to complete awarded contracts within the contract period, and do not have the requisite record of satisfactory performing elevator installations of similar type and magnitude.

E. Approval of Elevator Contractor’s equipment will be contingent upon their providing factory training, engineering and technical support, including all manuals, wiring diagrams, and tools necessary for adjusting, maintenance, repair, and testing of equipment to the VA for use by the VA’s designated Elevator Maintenance Service Provider.

Identifying an elevator maintenance service provider that shall render services within two hours of receipt of notification, together with certification that the quantity and quality of replacement parts stock is sufficient to warranty continued operation of the elevator installation.

F. Equipment within a group of hydraulic elevators shall be the product of the same manufacturer.

G. The Contractor shall provide and install safety devices that have been subjected to tests witnessed and certified by an independent professional testing laboratory that is not a subsidiary of the firm that manufactures supplies or installs the equipment.

1.4 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification.

Elevator installation shall meet the requirements of the latest editions published and adopted by the United States Department of

Veterans Affairs on the date contract is signed.

B. Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.):

J-C-30B - Cable and Wire, Electrical (Power, Fixed Installation)

J-C-580 – Cord, Flexible, and Wire, Fixture

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W-S-610 – Splice Connectors

W-C-596F - Connector, Plug, Electrical; Connector, Receptacle, Electrical

W-F-406E - Fittings for Cable, Power, Electrical and Conduit, Metal, Flexible

HH-I-558C - Insulation, Blankets, Thermal (Mineral Fiber, Industrial

Type)

W-F-408E - Fittings for Conduit, Metal, Rigid (Thick-Wall and Thin-wall

EMT Type)

RR-W-410 - Wire Rope and Strand

TT-E-489J - Enamel, Alkyd, Gloss, Low VOC Content

QQ-S-766 - Steel, Stainless and Heat Resisting, Alloys, Plate, Sheet and Strip

C. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

A17.1 - Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators

A17.2 - Inspectors Manual for Electric Elevators and Escalators

D. National Fire Protection Association:

NFPA 13 - Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code (NEC)

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code

NFPA 252 - Fire Test of Door Assemblies

E. International Building Code (IBC)

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

A1008/A1008M-09 - Steel, Sheet, Cold Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-

Strength Low-Alloy and High Strength Low-Alloy with

Improved Formability

E1042-02 - Acoustically Absorptive Materials Applied by Trowel or Spray

G. Manufacturer's Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings

Industry (MSS):

SP-58 - Pipe Hangers and Supports

H. Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc. (SAE):

J517-91 - Hydraulic Hose, Standard

I. Gages: For Sheet and Plate: U.S. Standard (USS)

For Wires: American Wire Gauge (AWG)

J. American Welding Society (AWS):

D1.1 - Structured Welding Code – Steel

K. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA):

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LD-3 - High-Pressure Decorative Laminates

L. Underwriter's Laboratories (UL):

486A - Safety Wire Connectors for Copper Conductors

797 - Safety Electrical Metallic Tubing

M. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)

N. Regulatory Standards:

VA Barrier Free Design Handbook H-18-13

VA Seismic Design Manual H-18-8

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Specification Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, and SAMPLES.

B. Before execution of work, furnish information to evidence full compliance with contract requirements for proposed items. Such information shall include, as required: Manufacturer's Name, Trade

Names, Model or Catalog Number, Nameplate Data (size, capacity, and rating) and corresponding specification reference (Federal or project specification number and paragraph). All submitted drawings and related elevator material shall be forwarded to the Contracting Officer.

C. Shop Drawings:

1. Complete scaled and dimensioned layout in plan and section view showing the arrangement of equipment and all details of each elevator unit specified including:

a. Complete layout showing location of storage tank/pump assembly, controller, piping layout, outside diameter of cylinder/plunger assembly, size of car platform, car frame members, and support assembly.

b. Car, guide rails, brackets, buffers, and other components located in hoistway.

c. Rail bracket spacing and maximum vertical forces on guide rails in accordance with H-18-8 for Seismic Risk Zone 2 or greater.

d. Reaction at points of support and buffer impact loads.

e. Weight of principal parts.

f. Top and bottom clearances and over travel of the car.

g. Location of main line switch/shunt trip circuit breaker, switchboard panel, light switch, and feeder extension points in the machine room.

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2. Drawings of hoistway entrances and doors showing details of construction and method of fastening to the structural members of the building.

a. If drywall construction is used to enclose hoistway, submit details of interface fastenings between entrance frames and drywall.

b. Sill details including sill support.

D. Samples:

1. One each of stainless steel, 75 mm x 125 mm (3 in. x 5 in.).

2. One each of baked enamel, 75 mm x 125 mm (3 in. x 5 in.).

3. One each of color floor covering.

4. One each of protection pads, 75 mm x 125 mm (3 in. x 5 in.) if used.

5. One each car and hoistway Braille plate sample.

6. One each car and hall button sample.

7. One each car and hall lantern/position indicator sample.

8. One each wall and ceiling material finish sample.

9. One each car lighting sample.

E. Name of manufacturer, type or style designation, and applicable data of the following equipment shall be shown on the elevator layouts:

1. Storage tank/pump assembly.

2. Pump and motor, HP and RPM rating, Voltage, Starting and Full Load

Ampere, Number of phases, and Gallons per minute.

3. Controller.

4. Starters and Overload Current Protection Devices.

5. Car Safety Device; Rupture Valve and Manual Shut Off Valves.

6. Electric Door Operator; HP, RPM, Voltage, and Ampere rating of motor.

7. Hoistway Door Interlocks.

8. Car Buffers; maximum and minimum rated load, maximum rated striking speed and stroke.

9. Cab Ventilation Unit; HP rating and CFM rating.

F. Complete construction drawings of elevator car enclosure, showing dimensioned details of construction, fastenings to platform, car lighting, ventilation, ceiling framing, top exits, and location of car equipment.

G. Complete dimensioned detail of vibration isolating foundations for storage tank/pump assembly.

H. Dimensioned drawings showing details of:

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1. All signal and operating fixtures.

2. Car slide guides/roller guides.

3. Hoistway door tracks, hangers, and sills.

4. Door operator, infrared curtain units.

I. Cut sheets or drawings showing details of controllers and supervisory panels.

J. Furnish certificates as required under: Paragraph "QUALIFICATIONS".

1.6 WIRING DIAGRAMS

A Provide three complete sets of paper and one electronic set of field wiring and straight-line wiring diagrams showing all electrical circuits in the hoistway, machine room and fixtures. Install one set coated with an approved plastic sealer and mounted in the elevator machine room as directed by the Resident Engineer.

B. In the event field modifications are necessary during installation, diagrams shall be revised to include all corrections made prior to and during the final inspection. Corrected diagrams shall be delivered to the Resident Engineer within thirty (30) days of final acceptance.

C. Provide the following information relating to the specific type of microprocessor controls installed:

1. Owner's information manual, containing job specific data on major components, maintenance, and adjustment.

2. System logic description.

3. Complete wiring diagrams needed for field troubleshooting, adjustment, repair and replacement of components. Diagrams shall be base diagrams, containing all changes and additions made to the equipment during the design and construction period.

4. Changes made during the warranty period shall be noted on the drawings in adequate time to have the finalized drawings reproduced for mounting in the machine room no later than six months prior to the expiration of the warranty period.

1.7 TOOL CABINET

A. Provide a metal parts/tool cabinet, having two shelves and hinged doors. Cabinet size shall be 1200 mm (48 in.) high, 750 mm (30 in.)

wide, and 450 mm (18 in.) deep.

1.8 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

A. The elevators shall meet the highest standards of the industry and specifically the following:

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1. Contract speed is high speed in either direction of travel with rated capacity load in the elevator. Speed variation under all load conditions, regardless of direction of travel, shall not vary more than five (5) percent.

2. The controlled rate of change of acceleration and retardation of the car shall not exceed 0.1G per ft/s/s and the maximum acceleration and retardation shall not exceed 0.2G per ft/s/s.

3. Starting, stopping, and leveling shall be smooth and comfortable without appreciable steps of acceleration and deceleration.

B. Passenger/Service door operators shall open the car door and hoistway door at 75 cm (2.5 ft) per second and close at 30 cm (1 ft) per second.

Freight door operators shall open and close at 30 cm (1 ft) per second.

C. Floor level stopping accuracy shall be within 3 mm (.125 in.) above or below the floor, regardless of load condition.

D. Noise and Vibration Isolation: All elevator equipment including their supports and fastenings to the building, shall be mechanically and electrically isolated from the building structure to minimize objectionable noise and vibration transmission to car, building structure, or adjacent occupied areas of building.

E. Sound Isolation: Noise level relating to elevator equipment operation in machine room shall not exceed 80 decibels. All db readings shall be taken three (3) feet off the floor and three (3) feet from equipment.

F. Airborne Noise: Measured noise level of elevator equipment during operation shall not exceed 50 decibels in elevator lobbies and 60 decibels inside car under any condition including door operation and car ventilation exhaust blower on its highest speed.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. Submit all labor and materials furnished regarding elevator system and installation to terms of "Warranty of Construction" articles of FAR clause 52.246-21. The One-Year Warranty and Guarantee Period of Service shall commence and run concurrent after final inspection, completion of performance test, and upon acceptance of each elevator.

B. During warranty period if a device is not functioning properly in accordance with specification requirements, more maintenance than the contract requires keeping device operational, device shall be removed and a new device meeting all requirements shall be installed as part of work until satisfactory operation of installation is obtained. Period of warranty shall start anew for such parts from date of completion of

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1.10 POWER SUPPLY

A. For power supply in each machine room, see Specification 26 05 19, Electrical specifications, and Electrical drawings.

B. Main Line Fused Disconnect Switch/Shunt Trip Circuit Breaker for each controller shall be located inside the machine room at the strike side of the machine room door and lockable in the “Off” position.

C. Provide Surge Suppressors to protect the elevator equipment.

1.11 EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY

A. Emergency power supply, its starting means, transfer switch for transfer of elevator supply from normal to emergency power, two pair of conductors in a conduit from an auxiliary contact on the transfer switch (open or close contacts as required by Controller Manufacturer) to terminals in the group elevator controller and other related work shall be provided by the Electrical Contractor.

B. Upon loss of normal power supply there shall be a delay before transferring to emergency power of 10 seconds minimum to 45 seconds maximum, the delay shall be accomplished through an adjustable timing device.

C. Prior to the return of normal power an adjustable timed circuit shall be activated that will cause all cars to remain at a floor if already there or stop and remain at the next floor if in flight. Actual transfer of power from emergency power to normal building power shall take place after all cars are stopped at a floor with their doors open.

D. Car lighting circuits shall be connected to the emergency power panel.

1.12 MACHINE ROOM-LESS ELEVATOR

A. Controller for elevator to be located within wall on lowest level.

B. Hydraulic Power Unit shall be located within pit. All required disconnects shall be located as applicable

B. Provide stairs and landing for access to the Elevator Pit/Equipment.

C. Locate the light switch inside elevator pit.

D. Locate sprinkler pipes to provide seven 210 cm (7 ft) head clearance.

Do not locate sprinkler heads, heat detectors, and smoke detectors directly over elevator equipment.

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1.13 HOISTWAY LIGHTING

A. Provide lighting throughout the entire hoistway with 3-way switches at the top and bottom of the hoistway accessible from elevator hoistway entrance prior to entering the pit or stepping onto the car top.

B. Lighting shall illuminate top of elevator cab when it is at the top floor and the pit when at the bottom floor.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Where stainless steel is specified, it shall be corrosion resisting steel complying with Fed. Spec. QQ-S-766, Class 302 or 304, Condition A with Number 4 finish on exposed surfaces. Stainless steel shall have the grain of belting in the direction of the longest dimension and surfaces shall be smooth and without waves. During installation stainless steel surfaces shall be protected with a suitable material.

B. Where cold rolled steel is specified it shall be low-carbon steel rolled to stretcher level standard flatness, complying with ASTM A109.

2.2 MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS

A. Materials, devices, and equipment furnished shall be of current production by manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of such items. The elevator equipment, including controllers, door operators, and supervisory system shall be the product of manufacturers of established reputation, provided such items are capably engineered and produced under coordinated specifications to ensure compatibility with the total operating system.

B. Manufacturers of equipment assemblies which include components made by others shall assume complete responsibility for the final assembled unit. Components shall be compatible with each other and with the total assembly for the intended service.

C. Mixing of manufactures related to a single system or group of components shall be identified in the submittals.

D. If key operated switches are furnished in conjunction with component of this elevator installation, furnish four (4) keys for each individual switch or lock. Provide different key tumblers for different switch and lock functions. Each key shall have a tag bearing a stamped or etched legend identifying its purpose.

2.3 CONDUIT AND WIREWAY

A. Install electrical conductors, except traveling cables, in rigid zinc-coated steel or aluminum conduit, electrical metallic tubing or metal

14 24 00-11 wireways. Rigid conduit smaller than 18.75 mm (.75 in.) or electrical metallic tubing smaller than 12.5 mm (.50 in.) electrical trade size shall not be used. All raceways completely embedded in concrete slabs, walls, or floor fill shall be rigid steel conduit. Wireway (duct) shall be installed in the hoistway and to the controller and between similar apparatus in the elevator machine room. Fully protect self-supporting connections, where approved, from abrasion or other mechanical injury.

Flexible metal conduit not less than 9.375 mm (.375 in.) electrical trade size may be used, not exceeding 45 cm (18 in.) in length unsupported, for short connections between risers and limit switches, interlocks, and for other applications permitted by NEC.

B. All conduits terminating in steel cabinets, junction boxes, wireways, switch boxes, outlet boxes and similar locations shall have approved insulation bushings. Install a steel lock nut under the bushings if they are constructed completely of insulating materials. Protect the conductors at ends of conduits not terminating in steel cabinets or boxes by terminal fittings having an insulated opening for the conductors.

C. Rigid conduit and EMT fittings using set screws or indentations as a means of attachment shall not be used.

D. Connect motors or other items subject to movement, vibration or removal to the conduit or EMT systems with flexible, steel conduits.

2.4 CONDUCTORS

A. Conductors shall be stranded or solid coated annealed copper in accordance with Federal Specification J-C-30B for Type RHW or THW.

Where 16 and 18 AWG are permitted by NEC, single conductors or multiple conductor cables in accordance with Federal Specification J-C-580 for

Type TF may be used provided the insulation of single conductor cable and outer jacket of multiple conductor cable is flame retardant and moisture resistant. Multiple conductor cable shall have color or number coding for each conductor. Conductors for control boards shall be in accordance with NEC. Joints or splices are not permitted in wiring except at outlets. Tap connectors may be used in wireways provided they meet all UL requirements.

B. Provide all conduit and wiring between equipment space, hoistway, and fixtures.

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C. All wiring must test free from short circuits or ground faults.

Insulation resistance between individual external conductors and between conductors and ground shall be a minimum of one megohm.

D. Where size of conductors is not given, voltage and amperes shall not exceed limits set by NEC.

E. Provide equipment grounding. Ground the conduits, supports, controller enclosure, motor, platform and car frame, and all other non-current conducting metal enclosures for electrical equipment in accordance with

NEC. The ground wires shall be copper, green insulated and sized as required by NEC. Bond the grounding wires to all junction boxes, cabinets, and wire raceways.

F. Terminal connections for all conductors used for external wiring between various items of elevator equipment shall be solderless pressure wire connectors in accordance with Federal Specification W-S-

610. The Elevator Contractor may, at his option, make these terminal connections on #10 gauge or smaller conductors with approved terminal eyelets set on the conductor with a special setting tool, or with an approved pressure type terminal block. Terminal blocks using pierce-through serrated washers are not acceptable.

2.5 TRAVELING CABLES

A. All conductors to the car shall consist of flexible traveling cables conforming to the requirements of NEC. Traveling cables shall run from the junction box on the car directly to the controller. Junction boxes on the car shall be equipped with terminal blocks. Terminal blocks having pressure wire connectors of the clamp type that meet UL 486A requirements for stranded wire may be used in lieu of terminal eyelet connections. Terminal blocks shall have permanent indelible identifying numbers for each connection. Cables shall be securely anchored to avoid strain on individual terminal connections. Flame and moisture resistant outer covering must remain intact between junction boxes. Abrupt bending, twisting and distortion of the cables shall not be permitted.

B. Provide spare conductors equal to 10 percent of the total number of conductors furnished, but not less than 5 spare conductors in each traveling cable.

C. Provide shielded wires for the auto dial telephone system within the traveling cable, five (5) pair shielded wires for card reader, one (1)

RG-6 Ethernet cable for Wi-FI, two (2) pair 14-gauge wires for 110 Volt power supply, and wire for video display monitor if specified.

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D. If traveling cables contact the hoistway or elevator due to sway or change in position, provide shields or pads to the elevator and hoistway to prevent damage to the traveling cables.

E. Hardware cloth may be installed from the hoistway suspension point to the elevator pit to prevent traveling cables from rubbing or chafing and securely fastened and tensioned to prevent buckling. Hardware cloth is not required when traveling cable is hung against a flat wall.

2.6 CONTROLLER AND SUPERVISORY PANEL

A. UL/CSA Labeled Controller: Mount all assemblies, power supplies, chassis switches, and relays on a steel frame in a NEMA Type 1 General

Purpose Enclosure. Machine Room-less controller to be mounted per manufacturer.

B. Properly identify each device on all panels by name, letter, or standard symbol which shall be neatly stencil painted or decaled in an indelible and legible manner. Identification markings shall be coordinated with identical markings used on wiring diagrams. The ampere rating shall be marked adjacent to all fuse holders. All spare conductors to controller and supervisory panel shall be neatly formed, laced, and identified.

C. Controller shall be provided with wiring and components for additional future travel if required.

2.7 MICROPROCESSOR CONTROL SYSTEM

A. Provide a microprocessor control system with absolute position/speed feedback to control dispatching, signal functions, door operation, pump motor, and hydraulic valve control. Complete details of the components and printed circuit boards, together with a complete operational description, shall be submitted for approval. Provide closed transition

SCR soft start.

B. Controller manufacturer shall provide factory training, engineering and technical support, including all manuals, wiring diagrams, and tools necessary for adjusting, maintenance, repair, and testing of equipment to the VA for use by the VA’s designated Elevator Maintenance Service

Provider.

C. Provide low oil and hot oil shutdown features that shall shut off the motor and pump and return the elevator to the lowest landing. Upon reaching the lowest landing, doors will open automatically allowing passengers to leave the elevator, and then doors shall close. All

14 24 00-14 control buttons, except the door open button, alarm bell button, and the call for help button shall be made ineffective.

2.9 EMERGENCY POWER OPERATION

A. The control system for Elevator(s) shall provide for the operation of elevator on emergency power upon failure of the normal power supply.

B. Auxiliary equipment on elevator controller, wiring between associated elevator controller and remote selector panel as required to permit the elevator to operate as detailed, shall be provided by the Elevator

Contractor.

C. Upon loss of normal power supply there shall be a delay before transferring to emergency power of 10 seconds minimum to 45 seconds maximum, the delay shall be accomplished through an adjustable timing device.

D. Prior to the return of normal power an adjustable timer circuit shall activate that will cause all cars to remain at a floor if already there or stop and remain at the next floor if in flight. Actual transfer of power from auxiliary power to normal building power shall take place after all cars are stopped at a floor with their doors open.

E. Emergency Rescue Operation: Provide a power source to send the elevator to the lowest landing. After the elevator has leveled at the lowest landing, provide power to open the car and hoistway doors automatically. After a predetermined time, the doors shall close. Power shall stay applied to the door open button to reopen the doors from the inside of the elevator. The elevator shall remain shut down at the bottom landing until normal power is restored. Install a sign on the controller indicating that power is applied to emergency rescue operator and door operator during loss of normal power.

2.10 FIREFIGHTER’S SERVICE

A. Provide Firefighter’s Service.

1. Main Floor: Basement

2. Alternate Floor: Lower Level Arcade

3. Verify main and alternate floors with Contracting Officer’s

Representative.

2.11 INDEPENDENT SERVICE

A. Provide an INDEPENDENT SERVICE key switch on the face of the main car operating panel that shall have its positions marked "ON" and "OFF".

When the switch is in the "ON" position, the car shall respond only to calls registered on its car dispatch buttons and shall bypass all calls

14 24 00-15 registered on landing push buttons. The car shall start when a car call is registered, car call button or door close button is pressed, car and hoistway doors are closed, and interlock circuits are made. When switch is returned to "OFF" position, normal service shall be resumed.

2.12 MEDICAL EMERGENCY SERVICE – PATIENT CARE FACLITIES ONLY

A. Provisions shall be made for calling elevator(s) to any floor served by the elevator on an emergency basis, operating independently from the dispatch signals and landing call signals.

B. Install card reader/key switch in the floor landing push button fixture above the push buttons.

C. Provide a call registered light indicator adjacent to card reader/key switch. The card reader/key switch at the landings and in the car, shall only be operable by authorized personnel with a valid VA ID badge/key.

D. When card reader/key switch is activated at any floor, the call register light indicator shall illuminate at the call floor and inside the elevator only. The elevator control system shall instantly select an elevator to respond to the medical emergency call. Immediately upon selection, all car calls shall be cancelled. If car is traveling away from the medical emergency call, it shall slow down and stop at the nearest floor, maintain closed doors, reverse direction and proceed nonstop to the medical emergency call floor. If the car is traveling toward the medical emergency call floor, it shall proceed to that floor nonstop. If at the time of selection, it is slowing down for a stop, the car shall stop, maintain doors closed, and start immediately toward the medical emergency floor.

E. Arriving at the medical emergency floor, the car shall remain with doors open for 30 seconds. After this interval has expired and the car has not been placed on medical emergency operation inside the car, the car shall automatically return to normal service.

F. Provide an LED illuminated indicator light next to the Medical

Emergency card reader/key switch the same size as the Fire Service indicator.

1. Locate a “Medical Emergency” card reader/key switch above call buttons in the main car operating panel for selecting medical emergency service. Activation of the card reader will allow the car to accept a car call for any floor, close doors, and proceed nonstop to the floor desired.

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2. After medical emergency call has been completed the elevator shall return to normal operation after an adjustable time of 30 to 90 seconds has expired.

G. In the center of the rear cab panel provide a back lighted "MEDICAL

EMERGENCY" LED illuminated display that shall flash on and off continuously when the car is assigned to this operation and until it is restored to normal service. "MEDICAL EMERGENCY" indicator shall be a photographic negative type 1800 mm (72 in.) to center above the floor, 150 mm (6 in.) wide X 75 mm (3 in.) high, with 12.5 mm (.50 in.) high letters legible only when illuminated.

H. If the car being operated on “Independent Service”, the medical emergency service indicator lights in the car operating panel and rear wall shall be illuminated, buzzer shall sound, and the “Audio Voice” system shall direct the attendant to return the car to automatic operation.

I. If the car is out of service and unable to answer medical emergency calls, the call register light shall not illuminate.

J. Each card reader/key switch shall have its identity legible and indelible engraved in faceplates. All lettering shall be 6 mm (.25 in.)

high, filled with black paint.

K. When Phase I firefighter’s recall is activated it shall over-ride elevators on medical emergency service and return them to the main or alternate fire service recall floor. When the fire emergency floor has been identified the attendants may complete their medical emergency run on Phase II firefighter’s operation if life safety is not affected.

2.13 SEISMIC REQUIREMENTS

A. Meet the requirements of VA Seismic Design Manual H-18-8.

2.14 PUMP, MOTOR, AND VALVE ASSEMBLY

A. Provide pump assembly for the control of the elevator self-contained in a unit fabricated of structural steel. The unit shall consist of a hydraulic fluid pump, AC motor, oil control valves, muffler, piping, and fittings.

B. Enclose V-belt power unit on four open sides with not less than 16-gauge steel removable panel sections. Provide a 50 mm (2 in.) minimum, 100mm (4 in.) maximum air space between the top of the panels and bottom of tank. Line panels on the interior side with one-inch rigid acoustical insulation board. Install expanded metal belt guard that can be easily removed with hand tools for servicing and inspection.

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Submersible motor and pump power units are acceptable but are best suited for lower traffic areas. Submersible pump with motor mounted above the tank are a better choice to eliminate heat from the motor being transferred to the oil.

C. Control valves shall be electronically controlled. Hydraulic fluid flow shall be controlled to insure speed variation of not more than five (5) percent under all load conditions in either direction of travel. Locate the manual lowering valve, easily accessible, properly identified, and not concealed within the storage tank. Mark the operating handle in red.

D. Pump shall be designed for hydraulic elevator service, having a steady discharge without pulsation to give smooth and quiet operation. Pump output shall be capable of lifting elevator car with rated capacity, with a speed variation of no more than five (5) percent between no load and full load. Hydraulic fluid by-pass shall discharge directly into storage tank.

E. Provide motor specifically designed for elevator service, synchronous speed not more than 1800 RPM, not to exceed nameplate full load current by more than 10%, and rated 120 starts per hour without exceeding a rise of 40 degrees C.

F. Provide isolation pads to prevent transmission of pump and motor vibration to the building.

G. Install blowout-proof, non-hammering, oil-hydraulic muffler in the hydraulic fluid supply pressure line near power unit in machine room.

Design muffler to reduce to a minimum any pulsation or noises that may be transmitted through the hydraulic fluid into the hoistway.

2.15 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

A. Construct the storage tank of sheet steel, welded construction, and a steel cover with means for filling, a minimum one-inch protected vent opening, and a valve drain connection. Tank shall be sized to pass through machine room door as shown on drawings. Provide marked gauge to monitor hydraulic fluid level. Tank shall be sized to hold volume of hydraulic fluid required to lift elevator to stop ring, plus a reserve of not less than ten gallons. Provide a baffle in the bottom of the tank to prevent entry of any sediment or foreign particles into hydraulic system. Baffle shall also minimize aeration of hydraulic fluid. Permissible minimum hydraulic fluid level shall be clearly indicated. Hydraulic fluid shall be of good grade to assure free flow

14 24 00-18 when cool and have minimum flash point of 380-400 degrees F. Provide initial supply of hydraulic fluid for operation of elevator.

1. Provide a means to maintain the fluid viscosity in the reservoir, pump, and control valve at a recommended operating temperature.

2. Provide a data plate on the tank framing indicating the characteristics of the hydraulic fluid used.

B. Furnish and install connections between the storage tank, pump, muffler, operating valves, and cylinder complete with necessary valves, pipe supports, and fittings. Pipe shall be minimum schedule 40 steel with threaded, flanged, or welded mechanical couplings. Size of pipe and couplings between cylinder and pumping unit shall be such that fluid pressure loss is limited to 10 percent.

C. Hydraulic system working pressure shall not exceed 500 psi under any load condition. Do not subject valves, piping, and fittings to working pressure greater than those recommended by the manufacturer.

D. Support all horizontal piping.