36E77618R0062-004.pdf

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATION COVER

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR

AE RESEARCH ADDITION

VA JAMAICA PLAIN

523-307

Project Location:

VA MEDICAL CENTER – Boston Healthcare System (VISN 1)

Jamaica Plain Campus

150 South Huntington Avenue

JAMAICA PLAIN, MASSACHUSETTS 02130

Volume II of II

(Divisions 21 – 33)

Submission Type: 100% Bid Documents

Submission Date: Thursday, March 31, 2016

VA Project Engineers:

Denis McLaughlin Tel: (857)-364-5419

VA Contracting Officer:

Carol AhNee Tel: (781)-687-2967

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 00 01 10 - 1 Project No. 523-307

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 10-13

01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 11-08

01 35 26 Safety Requirements 04-14

01 42 19 Reference Standards 09-11

01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 07-13

01 45 30 Quality Control and Testing Services Exterior Walls and

Fenestration

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

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 10-12

03 45 00 Precast Architectural Concrete 09-11

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 09-11

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 11-12

05 31 00 Steel Decking 10-12

05 36 00 Composite Metal Decking 07-11

05 40 00 Cold-Formed Metal Framing 07-11

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 09-11

05 51 00 Metal Stairs 09-11

05 52 13 Exterior Pipe Railings

DIVISION 06 – WOOD,PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 09-11

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06 20 00 Finish Carpentry 06-13

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 08 00 Facility Exterior Closure Commissioning 07-10

07 11 13 Bituminous Dampproofing 05-12

07 13 52 Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing 04-13

07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 03-09

07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 10-10

07 26 10 Self-Adhering Air and Vapor Barrier

07 41 20 Metal Panel Rainscreen

07 53 23 Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer Roofing 10-11

07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 12-13

07 71 00 Roof Specialties 01-15

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 10-11

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-13

08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 10-12

08 41 13 Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts 10-11

08 44 13 Glazed Aluminum Curtain Walls 10-11

08 71 00 Door Hardware 12-13

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 07-13

09 29 00 Gypsum Board 02-13

09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 05-12

09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-13

09 54 26 Linear Wood Ceilings 04-15

09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 10-11

09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring 07-13

09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 03-11

09 68 00 Carpeting 10-11

09 72 16 Vinyl-Coated Fabric Wall Covering 11-11

09 91 00 Painting 07-13

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 14 20 Exterior Signage

10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 01-11

10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 11-11

10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 11-11

10 99 99 Miscellaneous Specialties

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DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 24 00 Window Shades 11-11

12 24 21 Lightproof Shades 11-11

12 32 16 Integrated Modular Wall System

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural

Components

01-14

13 49 16 Radio Frequency Shielded Enclosures

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT

14 21 00 Electric Traction Elevators 09-11

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 05 11 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression 11-09

21 10 00 Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems 09-11

21 12 00 Fire-Suppression Standpipes 12-05

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 05-08

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 04-11

22 05 12 General Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment 12-09

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 12-09

22 05 33 Heat Tracing for Plumbing Piping 12-09

22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 05-11

22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 06-13

22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 01-14

22 11 23 Domestic Water Pumps 01-14

22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 12-09

22 14 00 Facility Storm Drainage 12-09

22 35 00 Domestic Water Heat Exchangers 02-10

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 01-14

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 06-13

23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 09-12

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23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 02-10

23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 03-10

23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-15

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 13 Packaged, Outdoor, Central-Station Air-Handling Units 04-11

23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 02-11

23 81 23 Computer-Room Air-Conditioners 04-11

23 82 00 Convection Heating and Cooling Units 04-11

23 82 16 Air Coils 04-11

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 12-12

26 05 13 Medium-Voltage Cables 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 05 41 Underground Electrical Construction 12-12

26 05 73 Overcurrent Protective Device Coordination Study 12-12

26 08 00 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 06-13

26 09 23 Lighting Controls 05-14

26 22 00 Low-Voltage Transformers 12-12

26 24 16 Panelboards 05-14

26 25 11 Busways 12-12

26 27 26 Wiring Devices 12-12

26 29 11 Motor Controllers 12-12

26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 12-12

26 41 00 Facility Lightning Protection 12-12

26 51 00 Interior Lighting 12-12

26 56 00 Exterior Lighting 05-14

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 15 00 Communications Horizontal Cabling 06-13

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 13 00 Physical Access Control Systems 10-11

28 23 00 Video Surveillance 09-11

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

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31 20 00 Earthwork

31 63 26 Drilled Caissons 10-12

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 05 23 Cement and Concrete for Exterior Improvements 05-13

32 12 16 Asphalt Paving 10-09

32 16 07 Shop Painting of Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel

32 16 13.23 Precast Concrete Curbs

32 16 13.43 Granite Curbs

32 17 23 Pavement Markings 04-10

32 17 26 Surface Applied Tactile Warning Surfacing

32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates 05-13

32 31 29 Wood Fences and Gates

32 32 00 Site Walls

32 84 00 Design-Build Irrigation

32 90 00 Planting 10-11

32 94 13 Landscape Edging

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

33 08 00 Commissioning of Site Utility Systems 06-13

33 10 00 Water Utilities 01-14

33 30 00 Sanitary Sewerage Utilities 06-13

33 40 00 Storm Drainage Utilities 10-11

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION 48 – Electrical Power Generation

3/31/2016

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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 05 31 00, STEEL DECKING.

D. Section 05 36 00, COMPOSITE METAL DECKING.

E. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

F. Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

G. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

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

COMPONENTS

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 REQUIREMENTS.

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.

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):

E84-2014................Standard Test Method for Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

E119-2012a..............Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Building

Construction and Materials

C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

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

14-2013.................Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 LIFTING ATTACHMENTS

A. 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. In addition, provide bar code identification nameplate for all equipment which will allow the equipment identification code to be scanned into the system for maintenance and inventory tracking. Identification for piping is specified in Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

B. 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 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

A. 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.

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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, and laundry work 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.

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 intended 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

21 05 11 - 5 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 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 clean exposed materials and equipment.

C. Concrete and Grout: Use concrete and shrink compensating grout 25 MPa

(3000 psi) minimum, specified in Section 03 30 00, CAST-IN-PLACE

CONCRETE.

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

21 05 11 - 6 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.

F. 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.

G. 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 LUBRICATION

A. Field check and lubricate equipment requiring lubrication prior to initial operation.

3.3 STARTUP AND TEMPORARY OPERATION

A. Start up equipment as described in equipment specifications. Verify that vibration is within specified tolerance prior to extended operation.

Temporary use of equipment is specified in Section 01 00 00, GENERAL

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REQUIREMENTS, Article, TEMPORARY USE OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT.

3.4 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.

3.5 INSTRUCTIONS TO VA PERSONNEL

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

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SECTION 21 10 00

WATER-BASED FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The design and installation of a hydraulically calculated automatic fire sprinkler system complete and ready for operation, for the work area indicated in the contract drawings.

B. The design and installation of a standpipe system combined with the sprinkler system.

C. Confirmation that the existing fire pump is capable of meeting the sprinkler and standpipe flow and pressure requirements.

D. Installation of new sectional valves in the sprinkler/standpipe system feed mains as indicated on the drawings.

E. Modification of the existing sprinkler and standpipe systems as indicated on the drawings. Size system by pipe schedule in accordance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 14 the latest editions.

F. Existing piping to be reused, replaced or removed as indicated on the drawings. Removal of piping to include all valves, flow switches, supervisory devices, hangers, supports, and associated fire alarm system conduit and wire.

G. Existing occupant-use hose racks, valves, and accessible piping to be disconnected from their supply, drained, removed, and all remaining inaccessible piping capped.

H. Work to include all necessary piping modifications, new sprinklers and new sprinkler escutcheons.

I. Provide access doors or panels where control or drain valves are located behind plaster or gypsum walls or ceilings as necessary to install piping above suspended plaster or gypsum ceilings.

J. Painting of exposed piping and supports to follow Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

1.2 RELATED WORK

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

B. Access panels for plaster ceilings: Section 08 31 13, ACCESS DOORS AND

FRAMES.

C. Painting of exposed pipe: Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

D. Section 21 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION.

E. Alarm Supervision: Section 28 31 00, FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM.

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

1.3 DESIGN CRITERIA

A. The design, materials, equipment, installation, inspection, and testing of the automatic sprinkler system and standpipe system shall be in accordance with the required advisory provisions of NFPA 13, 14, 25, and 72.

B. Base system design hydraulic calculations using the area/density method on the following criteria and in accordance with NFPA 13 latest edition.

1. Sprinkler Protection:

a. All patient care, treatment, office, waiting areas, educational areas, corridors and attics: Light hazard, (0.10 gpm/sq. ft.)

over the hydraulically most remote (1500 sq. ft.).

b. Mechanical Equipment Rooms, Transformer Rooms, Electrical

Switchgear Rooms, Electric Closets, Elevator Shafts (if required), Elevator Machine Rooms, data closets, HKP rooms, and storage between (100 and 250 sq. ft.): Ordinary Hazard, Group 1,

0.15 gpm/sq. ft. over the hydraulically most remote 1500 sq. ft.

c. Clean and soiled linen rooms, trash rooms, clean and soiled utility rooms, laundry, laboratories, storage room over 250 sq.

ft.), energy centers, Pharmacy, SPD areas, and record storage of paper files, magazines, books, and similar commodities not exceeding 5% plastic content: Ordinary Group 2, 0.20 gpm/sq. ft.

over the hydraulically most remote 1500 sq. ft.

d. File Storage Areas with “Rolling Files” Racks: Ordinary Group 2 for the entire area of the space up to 1500 sq. ft. area of sprinkler operation.

e. Records Storage Room containing storage of paper files, magazines, books, and similar commodities exceeding 5% plastic content: Extra Hazard Group 1, 0.3 gpm/sq. ft. over the hydraulically most remote 2500 sq. ft. Plastics are assumed to be nonexpanded and cartooned.

f. Provide sprinklers in accessible shafts per NFPA 13 latest edition.

g. Provide sprinklers in gravity type metal chutes per NFPA 82.

2. Add appropriate water allowance of for inside and outside hose streams to the sprinkler requirements, based on hazard classification, at the connection to the distribution main.

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

4. Water Supply: the Fire Protection Contractor is responsible for conducting a hydrant flow test to confirm the existing water supply.

C. For each sprinkler zone provide a control valve, check valve, flow switch, self-contained test, drain assembly and pressure gage.

D. Provide a separate sprinkler valve for each traction elevator machine room and other areas as required by NFPA 13 latest edition.

E. Provide a guard for each sprinkler in the janitors’ closets, the elevator machine room and sprinklers within 7 ft. of the floor and other areas as required by NFPA 13.

F. Locate sprinklers in patient bedrooms assuming all privacy curtains have 13 mm (1/2 in.) openings in mesh extending 450 mm (18 in.) from ceiling.

1.4 QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Designer's Qualifications: Design work and shop drawings shall be prepared by a licensed engineer practicing in the field of Fire

Protection Engineering.

B. Installer's Qualifications: The installer shall possess a valid State fire protection contractor’s license. The installer shall provide documentation of having successfully completed three projects of similar size and scope.

C. On-site emergency service within four hours notification.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit as one package in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Sprinkler design shall be done by a certified professional. All plans shall be stamped by qualified P.E.

C. Emergency service point of contact name and 24 hour emergency telephone number.

D. Manufacturer’s Literature and Data:

1. Pipe and fittings.

2. Valves

3. Drips

4. Fire Department Connection

5. Sprinklers-each type, temperature and model

6. Inspectors Test Alarm Modules

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7. Sprinkler Cabinets

8. Sprinkler Plugs

9. Pressure Gages

10. Pipe Hangers and Supports

11. Water Flow Switches

12. Valve Tamper Switches

13. Water Motor Alarm

14. Double Detector Check Valve Assembly

15. Water Measuring Device

16. Valve Cabinet

17. Fire Pump Test Data

E. Detailed drawings in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA 14, and NFPA 20 the latest editions. Drawings shall be prepared using CADD software stamped by fire protection professional engineer and include all new and existing sprinklers and piping. Use format in use at the VA medical center. Drawings are subject to change during the bidding and construction periods. Any wall and ceiling changes occurring prior to the submittal of contractor’s shop drawings shall be incorporated into the contractors detailed design at no additional contract cost.

F. Hydraulic calculations for each sprinkler system in accordance with

NFPA 13 latest edition.

G. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Indicating Valves

2. Water Flow and valve tamper switches

3. Alarm Valves

4. Excess Pressure Pump

5. Copy of NFPA 25

H. Recommended preventive maintenance schedule.

1.6 AS-BUILT DOCUMENTATION

A. One copy of final Revit 2015 drawing files shall also be provided for each drawing.

B. Four sets of manufacturer’s literature and data updated to include submittal review comments and any equipment substitutions.

C. Four sets of hydraulic calculations for each sprinkler system updated to include submittal review comments and any changes to the installation which affect the calculations including one electronic set in PDF format.

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D. Four copies of the hydrostatic report and NFPA 13 material and test certificate for each sprinkler system.

E. Four sets of operation and maintenance data updated to include submittal review comments and any equipment substitutions including one copy of NFPA 25.

F. Manufacturers literature, hydraulic calculations, reports and operation and maintenance data shall be in a labeled 3-ring binder.

1.7 WARRANTY

A. All work performed and materials and equipment furnished under this contract shall be free from defects for a period of one year from date of acceptance by the government.

B. All new piping and equipment incorporated into the new system shall be hydrostatically tested and warranted as new.

1.8 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. 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

14-2013.................Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems

17A-2013................Standard for wet chemical extinguishing systems

20-2013.................Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pump

24-2013.................Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and

Their Appurtenances

25-2011.................Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of water

Based Fire Protection Systems

70-2011.................National Electrical Code

72-2013.................National Fire Alarm Code

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

170-2012................Standards for Fire Safety Symbols

291-2013................Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants

C. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL)

2014....................Fire Protection Equipment Directory

D. Factory Mutual Engineering Corporation (FM)

2014....................Approval Guide

E. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

F. American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE)

1015-2011...............Double Check Backflow Prevention Assembly

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G. Complete maintenance and inspection service for the sprinkler systems shall be provided by a factory trained authorized representative of the manufacturer of the major equipment for a period of one year after acceptance of the entire installation by the government.

H. Contractor shall provide all necessary test equipment, parts and labor to perform required maintenance.

I. All inspections, testing and maintenance work required by NFPA 25, NFPA

20, NFPA 13 and recommended by the equipment manufacturer shall be provided. Work shall include operation of sprinkler system alarm and supervisory devices.

J. Maintenance and testing shall be performed on a quarterly basis. A computerized preventive maintenance schedule shall be provided and shall describe the protocol for preventive maintenance of equipment.

The schedule shall include a systematic examination, adjustment, and cleaning of all equipment.

K. Non-included Work: Maintenance service shall not include the performance of any work due to improper use, accidents or negligence for what the contractor is not responsible.

L. Service and emergency personnel shall report to the Engineering Office or their authorized representative upon arrival at the hospital and again upon the completion of the required work. A copy of the work ticket containing a complete description of work performed and parts replaced shall be provided.

M. Emergency Service:

1. Normal and overtime emergency call-back service shall consist of an on-site response to calls within four hours of notification.

2. Overtime emergency call-back service shall be limited to minor adjustments and repairs to affect the integrity of the system.

3. The fire pump, standpipe system and all but a single sprinkler system must be operational before the responding service person leaves the facility.

N. The contractor shall maintain a log at the fire pump controller. The log shall list the date and time of all examinations and trouble calls, condition of the system, and name of technician. Each trouble call shall be fully described, including the nature of the trouble, necessary correction performed, and parts replaced.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. All devices and equipment shall be Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

listed for their intended purpose. All sprinklers shall be Factory

Mutual approved as quick response.

2.2 PIPING AND FITTINGS

A. Pipe and fittings from inside face of building 300 mm (12 in.) above finished floor to a distance of approximately 1500 mm (5 ft.) outside building: Ductile Iron, flanged fittings and 316 stainless steel bolting.

B. Fire Protection water supply within the building up to sprinkler system isolation valves shall be per NFPA 13, black steel, schedule 10 minimum or Copper.

C. Sprinkler piping downstream of the isolation valve on wet-pipe systems shall be per NFPA 13, black steel, schedule 10 minimum.

D. MRI Suite: Nonferrous.

E. Threaded or flanged fittings shall be ANSIB1 6.3 cast iron, class 125 minimum. Threaded fittings are not permitted on pipe with wall thickness less than schedule 40.

F. All fittings on galvanized piping shall be galvanized in accordance with ASTM A53.

G. Slip type or clamp-on type rubber gasketed fittings shall be listed for each piping application.

H. Piping Materials Standards:

1. Ferrous piping – follow ASTM A 795 Standard

2. Welded and seamless steel pipe – follow ANSI/ASTM A 53

3. Wrought steel pipe – follow ANSI/ASME B36.10M

4. Electric resistance welded steel pipe – follow ASTM A 135

5. Seamless copper tube – follow ASTM B 75

6. Seamless copper water tube - follow ASTM B 88

7. Wrought seamless copper and copper alloy tube - follow ASTM B 251

8. Fluxes for soldering applications of copper and copper alloy tube – follow ASTM B 813

9. Brazing filler metal - follow AWS A5.8

10. Solder metal, 95-5 - follow ASTM B 32

11. Alloy material - follow ASTM B 446

12. Non-metallic piping - follow ASTM F 442

I. Fitting Materials Standards:

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1. Cast iron threaded fitting, Class 125 and 250 - follow ASME B16.4

2. Cast iron pipe flanges and flanged fittings - follow ASME B16.1

3. Malleable iron threaded fittings, Class 150 and 300 steel - follow

ASME B16.3

4. Factory made wrought steel buttweld fittings - follow ASME B16.9

5. Buttwelding ends for pipe, valves, flanges, and fitting - follow

ASME B16.25

6. Wrought copper and copper alloy solder joint pressure fittings – follow ASME B16.22

7. Cast copper alloy solder joint pressure fitting - follow ASME B16.18

J. Pipe Identification – All pipe, including specially listed pipe allowed by NFPA 13, shall be marked continuously along its length by the manufacturer in such a way as to properly identify the type of pipe.

Pipe identification shall include the manufacturer’s name, model designation, or schedule.

2.3 VALVES

A. Listed Indicating Valves:

1. Gate: OS&Y, 2400 kPa (350 psi) Water Working Pressure (WWP).

2. Butterfly: Gear operated, indicating type, 2400 kPa (350 psi) water working pressure (WWP). Butterfly valves are to be installed in a manner that does not interfere with the operation of any system component.

3. Ball (inspectors test and drain only): iron body, stainless steel trim, for 2050 kPa (300 psi) service, indicating type.

4. Ball and butterfly valves shall not be used on incoming water service, and on the suction side of either the fire pump or jockey pump.

B. Check Valves: Swing type, rubber faced or wafer type spring loaded butterfly check valve, 2400 kPa (350 lb.) water working pressure (WWP).

C. Alarm Check: Iron body, bronze mounted, variable pressure type with retarding chamber. Provide basic trimmings for alarm test by pass, gages, drain connections, mounting supports for retarding chamber, and drip funnel. Provide pressure sensitive alarm switch to actuate the fire alarm system.

D. Drain Valves: Threaded bronze angle, globe, ball or butterfly, 4100 kPa

(600 psi), Water or gas (WOG) equipped with reducer and hose connection with cap or connected to a drain line.

E. Self-contained Test and Drain Valve:

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1. Ductile iron body with bronze “Drain” and “Test” bonnets. Acrylic sight glass for viewing test flow. Various sized orifice inserts to simulate flow through 14 mm (17/32 in.), 13 mm (1/2 in.), 12 mm

(7/16 in.), and 10 mm (3/8 in.) diameter sprinklers, 32 mm

(1 1/4 in.) female threaded outlets or 32 mm (1 1/4 in.) one-quarter turn locking lug outlets for plain end pipe (end preparation to be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation).

2. Bronze body, with chrome plated bronze ball, brass stem, steel handle, Teflon seat and sight glasses. Provide valve with three position indicator plate (off, test, and drain), 6 mm (1/4 in.)

tapping for pressure gage and various other orifice inserts to simulate flow through 10 mm (3/8 in.), 12 mm (7/16 in.), 13 mm

(1/2 in.), and 14 mm (17/32 in.) diameter sprinklers.

F. Standpipe Hose Valve: 65 mm (2 1/2 in.) screwed, brass hose angle valve, 2400 kPa (350 psi) water working pressure, WWP, male hose threads same as local fire department service, 65 mm x 40 mm (2 1/2 in.

x 1 1/2 in.) reducer, and with permanently attached polished brass cap and chain: Provide for valves a 65 mm (2 1/2 in.) attached cap and chain and a 65 mm x 40 mm (2 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in.) reducer.

G. Double Check Backflow Prevention Assembly: Provide two independent check valves with OS&Y shut off valves, ball type test cocks. Maximum friction loss through assembly shall not exceed 35 kPa (5 psi) at design flow. Unit shall be functional in vertical or horizontal position, rated for 1200 kPa (175 psi) working pressure. Check valve assembly shall be in accordance with AWWA Class D. Double check backflow prevention assembly shall be FM approved, ASSE approved and UL listed.

2.4 AUTOMATIC BALL DRIPS

A. Cast brass 20 mm (3/4 in.) in line automatic ball drip with both ends threaded with iron pipe threads.

2.5 FIRE DEPARTMENT SIAMESE CONNECTION

A. Brass, flush wall type, exterior fire department connection with brass escutcheon plate, without sill cock, and a minimum of two 65 mm

(2 1/2 in.) connections threaded to match those on the local fire protection service, with polished brass caps and chains. Provide escutcheon with integral raised letters ”Standpipe and Automatic

Sprinkler”. Provide connection with a swing check valve. Install an automatic ball drip between fire department connection and check valve

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2.6 SPRINKLERS

A. Quick response sprinklers shall be standard type except as noted below.

The maximum distance from the deflector to finished ceiling shall be

50 mm (2 in.) for pendent sprinklers. Pendent sprinklers in finished areas shall be provided with semi-recessed adjustable screwed escutcheons and installed within the center one-third of their adjustment. The sprinkler shall be installed in the flush position with the element exposed below the ceiling line. At the specified locations, provide the following type of sprinklers. All sprinklers shall be FM approved. Provide quick response sprinklers in all areas, except where specifically prohibited by their listing or approval, and the following:

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LOCATION TYPE

Mechanical Equipment Rooms, Electrical & Electrical Switch

Gear Rooms

Quick Response, Upright or

Telephone Closets, Transformer

Vaults Pendent Brass [93 °C

(200 °F)]

Elevator Shafts, Dumbwaiter

Shafts, Elevator Machine Rooms, Elevator Pits

Standard Upright or Sidewall Brass

[93 °C (200 °F)]

Gravity Type Linen & Trash Chutes Standard Upright or Pendent Brass

[66-74 °C (150-165 °F)]

All Patient Treatment, Elevator

Lobbies and Corridors

Quick Response, Recessed Pendent, Chrome Plated [66-74 °C [150-

165 °F)]

Operating Rooms, Radiology Rooms, Nuclear Medicine Rooms

Quick Response, Recessed Pendent, Chrome Plated, Sidewall [66-74 °C

(150-165 °F)]

All Areas Not Listed Above Quick Response, Recessed Pendent, Sidewall, Chrome Plated [66-74 °C

(150-165 °F)]

B. Do not use quick response sprinklers in the same sprinkler zone with other sprinklers types. In sprinklered light hazard patient zones that are expanded into fully sprinklered zones, revise the existing system to contain quick response sprinklers.

C. Sprinklers to be installed as per NFPA 13.

2.7 TOOLS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

A. Sprinkler Cabinet:

1. Provide a minimum 5 percent spare sprinklers with escutcheons with a minimum of two of each type/or as required by NFPA-13, whichever is more demanding.

2. Provide a minimum of two of each type sprinkler wrenches used.

3. Install cabinets in each building where directed by the Resident

Engineer.

4. Spare sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet where ambient temperatures do not exceed 100 Deg F.

B. Sprinkler system water flow switch: one of each size provided.

C. Sprinkler system valve tamper switch: one of each type provided.

D. Sprinkler system pressure switch: one of each type provided.

E. Provide two sprinkler plugs attached to multi-section extension poles

2400 mm (8 ft.) minimum.

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2.8 IDENTIFICATION SIGNS

A. Provide for all new and existing sectional valves, riser control valves, system control valves, drain valves, test and drain connections and alarm devices with securely attached identification signs (enamel on metal) in accordance with NFPA 13.

2.9 WATERFLOW SWITCHES

A. Integral, mechanical, non-coded, non-accumulative retard type, with two sets of SPDT auxiliary contacts and adjustable from 0 to 60 seconds.

Set flow switches at an initial setting between 20 and 30 seconds.

B. All conduit and wiring connected thereto shall be provided in Section

28 31 00, FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM.

2.10 VALVE SUPERVISORY SWITCHES

A. Provide each indicating sprinkler, standpipe and fire pump control valve with adequate means for mounting a valve supervisory switch.

B. Mount switch so as not to interfere with normal operation of the valve and adjust to operate within two revolutions toward the closed position of the valve control, or when the stem is moved no more than one fifth of the distance from its normal position.

C. The mechanism shall be contained in a weatherproof die cast aluminum housing, which shall provide a 20 mm (3/4 in.) tapped conduit entrance and incorporate the necessary facilities for attachment to the valves.

D. Switch housing to be finished in red baked enamel.

E. Supervisory switches for ball and butterfly valves may be integral with the valve.

F. All conduit and wiring connected thereto shall be provided in Section

28 31 00, FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM.

2.11 WALL, FLOOR AND CEILING PLATES

A. Exposed piping passing through walls, floors or ceilings shall be provided with chrome colored escutcheon plates.

B. Comply with NFPA 101 Fire Barrier Penetration codes, as well as IBC.

2.12 PRESSURE GAUGE

A. Provide 200 psi) pressure gauge at each flow alarm switch location, at the top of each sprinkler or standpipe riser, at each main drain connection, and on the suction and discharge of the fire pump.

2.13 HANGERS

A. Hangers shall be designed to support five times the weight of the water filled pipe plus 250 Lb (114Kg) at each point of piping support.

B. These points of support shall be adequate to support the system.

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C. The spacing between hangers shall not exceed the value given for the type of pipe as indicated in NFPA 13 tables.

D. Hanger components shall be ferrous.

E. Detailed calculations shall be submitted, when required by the reviewing Authority, showing stress developed in hangers, piping, fittings and safety factors allowed.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Supervisory Switches: For each valve controlling the water supply to the sprinkler and/or standpipe system provide a supervisory switch that is connected to the fire alarm system. Standpipe hose valves and test and drain valves shall not be provided with supervisory switches.

B. Waterflow Switches: For each sprinkler zone provide a waterflow switch.

Install waterflow switch and adjacent valves in easily accessible locations.

C. Sprinkler Zone: Each sprinkler zone shall coincide with each fire alarm zone.

D. Piping connections:

1. Sprinkler System Only: Start at flanged outlet within the building at exterior wall.

2. Combined Standpipe and Sprinkler System: Provide standpipe system complete including fire pump, where required. Start the sprinkler system work for each zone at valve connection to standpipe location at each zone.

E. Drains, Test Pipes and Accessories:

1. Provide a drain at base of risers, drain connection on valved sections, and drains at other locations for complete drainage of the system. Provide valve in drain lines and connect to the central drain riser. Discharge riser outside over splash block, indirectly over standpipe drain connected to storm sewer, or as indicated. The main drain shall be capable of full discharge test without allowing water to flow onto the floor.

2. Provide test pipes in accordance with NFPA 13. Test pipes shall be valved and piped to discharge through proper orifice as specified above for drains.

F. Provide a 200 psi pressure gage at each flow alarm switch location, at the top of each sprinkler or standpipe riser, at each main drain connection, and on the suction and discharge of the fire pump.

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G. Conceal all piping, except in pipe basements, stairwells and rooms without ceilings.

H. Install new piping and sprinklers aligned with natural building and other sprinklers lines.

I. Locate piping in stairways as near ceiling as possible to prevent tampering by unauthorized personnel. Provide a minimum headroom of

2250 mm (7 ft.-6 in.) for all piping.

J. Piping arrangement shall avoid contact with other piping and equipment and allow clear access to other equipment or devices requiring access or maintenance.

K. Cutout disks, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for flow switches and non-threaded pipe connections, shall be affixed near to the pipe where the originated. They shall be displayed until final inspection and then removed.

L. For each new or existing fire department connection, locate the symbolic sign given in NFPA 170 a distance of 2400 to 3000 mm (8 to

10 ft.) above each connection location. The sign shall be 450 x 450 mm

(18 x 18 in.) with symbol at least 350 x 350 mm (14 x 14 in.).

M. Firestopping shall comply with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. All holes through stairways, smoke barrier walls, and fire walls shall be sealed on a daily basis.

N. Provide hydraulic design information signage as required by NFPA 13 and

14.

O. Install access doors in ceilings of rooms where above ceiling access is required.

3.2 TEST

A. Automatic Sprinkler System: NFPA 13 and 25.

B. Standpipe and Hose System: NFPA 14 and NFPA 25.

C. Centrifugal Fire Pumps: NFPA 20.

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS

A. Furnish the services of a competent instructor for not less than two four-hour periods for instructing personnel in the operation and maintenance of the fire pump and sprinkler system, on the dates requested by the COTR.

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SECTION 21 12 00

FIRE-SUPPRESSION STANDPIPES

A. Fire-suppression wet standpipes.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

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

NFPA 14 except for specified exceptions.

B. Design, materials, equipment and installation, inspection and testing of a complete and ready for operation fire-suppression wet standpipe system as required by NFPA 14.

C. Modification of the existing standpipe system as indicated on the drawings and as further required by these specifications.

D. Expansion or revision of the building system fire alarm system to incorporate new system alarms and supervisory devises.

E. Providing of access panels where control or drain valves are located behind plaster or gypsum walls or ceilings.

F. Painting of exposed piping and supports to match surrounding background in stairways and red in unfinished areas.

1.3 RELATED WORK

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

B. Section 33 10 00, WATER UTILITIES.

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

D. Section 08 31 13, ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES: for access panels for plaster or gypsum finishes.

E. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

F. Section 21 10 00, WATER-BASED FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS, for dry sprinklers, fire pumps, etc.

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

H. Section 21 05 11 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION for general mechanical requirements and items, which are common to more than one section.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Designer's Qualifications: Design work and shop drawings shall be prepared by a licensed engineer practicing in the field of Fire

Protection Engineering.

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B. Installer Reliability: The installer shall…