4-WCASD Sarah Starkweather ES - Bid Specifications VOL 3 - 20250926.pdf

Project Manual

Volume 3 – Divisions 21 - 34

Prepared for:

West Chester Area School District 782 Springdale Drive

Exton, PA 19341

Project:

Sarah W. Starkweather Elementary School Additions & Renovations 1050 Wilmington Pike

West Chester, PA 19382

Prepared by:

555 E. North Lane, Suite 5100, Building D

Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428

Bid Documents: September 26, 2025

Sarah Starkweather Elementary School – Additions & Renovations

West Chester, PA

SCHRADERGROUP A Hord Coplan Macht Studio TABLE OF CONTENTS Conshohocken, Pennsylvania TOC - Page 1 SGA Project: 225241

TABLE OF CONTENTS

VOLUME 1

DRAWING INDEX

As Listed on Contract Drawings Cover Sheet

DIVISION 00 – BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

Section 000015 - SGA Copyright – Design Section 001113 - Advertisement for Bids Section 002113 - Instructions to Bidders Section 002113.01 - Instructions to Bidders (AIA A701-2018) Section 003100 - Available Project Information Section 004100.01 - Bid Form – General Construction Section 004100.02 - Bid Form – Mechanical Section 004100.03 - Bid Form – Plumbing Section 004100.04 - Bid Form – Electrical Section 004100.05 - Bid Form – Roofing Section 004100.06 - Bid Form – Sprinkler Section 004313 - Bid Security Form Section 004513 - Bidder’s Qualifications Section 004519 - Non-Collusion Affidavit Section 005200 - Agreement Form – Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor (A101-2017 Stipulated Sum) Section 006113.13 - Performance Bond Form Section 006113.16 - Payment Bond Form Section 007200 - General Conditions – General Conditions for the Contract for

Construction (A201-2017) Section 007346 - PA Wage Rate Determination Schedule

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 011000 - Summary of Work Section 011200 - Multiple Contract Summary Section 012300 - Alternates Section 012400 - Unit Prices and Quantity Allowances Section 012600 - Contract Modification Procedures Section 012900 - Payment Procedures Section 013100 - Project Coordination Section 013110 - Project Meetings Section 013200 - Construction Progress Schedule Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures Section 013500 - Safety Section 014000 - Quality Requirements Section 014100 - Regulatory Requirements

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Section 014101 - Arrest or Conviction Form Section 014200 - References Section 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls Section 015800 - Project Identification and Signs Section 016000 - Product Requirements Section 016300 - Products Substitution Procedures Section 017200 - Field Engineering Section 017300 - Execution Section 017329 - Cutting and Patching Section 017400 - Construction Waste Management and Cleaning Section 017700 - Closeout Procedures Section 017800 - Project Record Documents Section 017810 - Warranties and Bonds Section 017820 - Spare Parts and Maintenance Manuals Section 017900 - Demonstration and Training Section 018130 - Noise Acoustics Section 018300 - Operation and Maintenance Data

VOLUME 2 – DIVISION 2 – 14

DIVISION 2 – SITEWORK

Section 020150 - Protection of Underground Utilities Section 022300 - Site Clearing / Demolition Section 022310 - Tree Protection and Trimming Section 023000A - Subsurface Investigation [WAITING FOR REPORT] Section 024119 - Selective Demolition Section 025220 - Warm Mix Asphalt / Superpave

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

Section 033000 - Cast-In-Place Concrete Section 033050 - Cast-In-Place Concrete Slabs Section 033100 - Site Cast-in-Place Concrete Section 033700 - Concrete Curing and Sealing

Section 035416 - Self-Leveling Underlayment

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

Section 040100 - Maintenance of Masonry Section 042000 - Unit Masonry Section 042113 - Brick Masonry

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DIVISION 5 - METALS

Section 051200 - Structural Steel Section 051250 - Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel Section 052100 - Steel Joists Section 053100 - Steel Deck Section 054000 - Cold-Formed Metal Framing Section 054000.10 - Prefabricated Wall Assemblies Section 055000 - Metal Fabrications Section 055113 - Metal Pan Stairs Section 055213 - Pipe and Tube Railings

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, COMPOSITES

Section 061053 - Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry Section 061600 - Sheathing Section 064020 - Interior Architectural Woodwork

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 070150.71 - Rehabilitation of Metal Roofing and Gutters Section 070150.73 - Rehabilitation of Modified Bituminous Roofing Section 070543 - Cladding Support System Section 071113 - Bituminous Dampproofing Section 071326 - Self-Adhering Sheet Waterproofing Section 072100 - Thermal Insulation Section 072500 - Vapor Retarders Section 072715 - Non-Bituminous Self Adhering Sheet Air Barriers Section 072726 - Liquid Membrane Vapor Permeable Air Barrier Section 074113.07 - Metal Roof Panels, Snap Seam Section 074213.23 - Metal Composite Material Wall Panels Section 074213.53 - Metal Soffit Panels Section 074264 - Prefabricated Metal Canopy Assemblies Section 074642 - Fiber-Cement Panels Section 075500 - Modified Bituminous Membrane Roofing, Hot-Applied Section 076200 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim Section 077100 - Roof Specialties Section 077129 - Manufactured Roof Expansion Joints Section 077200 - Roof Accessories Section 078413 - Penetration Firestopping Section 078446 - Fire Resistive Joint Systems Section 079200 - Joint Sealants Section 079219 - Acoustical Joint Sealants Section 079500 - Expansion Control

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DIVISION 8 - OPENINGS

Section 081113 - Hollow Metal Doors and Frames Section 081416 - Flush Wood Doors Section 083113 - Access Doors and Frames Section 084113 - Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts Section 087100 - Door Hardware Section 088000 - Glazing Section 088713 – Window Film Section 088810 - Fire-Rated Glass and Framing

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

Section 092216 - Non-Structural Metal Framing Section 092900 - Gypsum Board Section 093013 - Ceramic Tiling Section 093300 - Quarry Tile Section 095113 - Acoustical Panel Ceilings Section 096513 - Resilient Base and Accessories Section 096519 - Resilient Flooring Section 096723 – Resinous Flooring Section 096813 - Tile Carpeting Section 097720 - Fiberglass-Reinforced Plastic Panels Section 098433 - Sound Diffusing & Absorbing Wall Units Section 099113 - Exterior Painting Section 099123 - Interior Painting Section 099733 - Concrete Floor Sealer

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

Section 101100 - Visual Display Units Section 101419 - Dimensional Letter Signage Section 102113 - Toilet Compartments Section 102123 - Cubicle Curtains and Track Section 102226 - Operable Panel Partitions Section 102600 - Wall and Door Protection Section 102226 - Operable Panel Partitions Section 102800 - Toilet and Bath Accessories Section 104413 - Fire Protection Cabinets Section 104416 - Fire Extinguishers

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

Section 115213 - Projection Screens Section 116623 - Gymnasium Equipment

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DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

Section 122413 - Roller Window Shades Section 123216 - Manufactured Plastic-Laminate-Faced Casework Section 123623 - Plastic-Laminate-Clad Countertops Section 123661 - Solid Surface Countertops

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

N/A

DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

Section 144200 - Wheelchair Lifts

VOLUME 3 – DIVISION 21 – 34

DIVISION 20 – NOT AVAILABLE

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

Section 210100 - General Provisions Section 210500 - Common Work Results for Fire Suppression Section 210553 - Identification for Fire Suppression Piping & Equipment Section 211300 - Fire-Suppression Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

Section 220100 - General Provisions Section 220501 - Demolition Section 220502 - Excavation, Backfill, & Compaction of Utilities Section 220513 - Common Motor Requirement for Plumbing Equipment Section 220516 - Expansion Fittings and Loops for Plumbing Piping Section 220519 - Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping Section 220548 - Vibration and Isolation for Plumbing Piping and Equipment Section 220553 - Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment Section 220719 - Plumbing Piping Insulation Section 221005 - Plumbing Piping Section 221006 - Plumbing Piping Specialties Section 221116 - Domestic Water Distribution Piping (PEX-A) Section 223000 - Plumbing Equipment Section 223400 - Fuel-Fired Water Heaters Section 224000 - Plumbing Fixtures

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

Section 230501 - General Requirements Section 230513 - Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment

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Section 230514 - Adjustable Frequency Drives Section 230515 - Removals Section 230516 - Expansion Fittings and Loops for HVAC Piping Section 230519 - Meters and Gages for HVAC Piping Section 230549 - Vibration Isolation Section 230554 - Mechanical Identification Section 230593 - Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Section 230714 - HVAC Duct Insulation Section 230716 - HVAC Equipment Insulation Section 230719 - HVAC Piping Insulation Section 230923 - Automatic Temperature Controls Section 230993 - HVAC Control Sequence Section 232113 - Hydronic Piping Section 232114 - Hydronic Specialties Section 232117 - Pipe Hangers, Supports, and Anchors Section 232123 - Hydronic Pumps Section 232300 - Refrigerant Piping Section 232500 - HVAC Water Treatment Section 233100 - HVAC Ducts and Casings Section 233300 - Air Duct Accessories Section 233423 - HVAC Power Ventilators Section 233600 - Air Terminal Units Section 233700 - Air Outlets and Inlets Section 233750 - Wall Louvers Section 234000 - HVAC Air Cleaning Devices Section 235100 - Breechings Chimneys and Stacks Section 235233.1 - High Efficiency Condensing Boilers Section 235233.2 - High Efficiency Condensing Boilers (Alternate).

Section 237313 - Air Handling Units Section 238101 - Terminal Heat Transfer Units Section 238127 - Small Split System Heating and Cooling Section 238313 - Radiant Heating Cables

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

Section 260100 - General Requirements Section 260505 - Selective Demolition for Electrical Section 260519 - Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables Section 260526 - Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems Section 260529 - Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems Section 260534 - Conduit Section 260537 - Boxes Section 260553 - Identification for Electrical Systems

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Section 260573 - Power Systems Studies Section 260923 - Lighting Control Devices Section 260924 - Distributed Lighting Controls Section 262200 - Low-Voltage Transformers Section 262413 - Switchboards Section 262416 - Panelboards Section 262717 - Equipment Wiring Section 262726 - Wiring Devices Section 262813 - Fuses Section 262816_13 Enclosed Switches Section 263600 - Transfer Switches Section 264300 - Surge Protection Section 265100 - Interior Lighting Section 265600 - Exterior Lighting

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

Section 271005 - Structured Cabling Section 275134 - Intercom and PA Section 275139 - Cellular Distributed Antenna System Survey Section 275313 - Wireless Clock System

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

Section 281300 - Access Control System Hardware Section 281400 - Access Control System Software and Database Management Section 283100 - Fire Alarm Emergency Voice Communications System Section 285500 - Emergency Responder Radio Coverage Testing System

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

Section 310500 - Excavation, Backfill, and Compaction of Utilities Section 311100 - Sedimentation and Erosion Control Systems Section 312000 - Earthwork Section 312316.13 - Trenching Section 312319 - Dewatering Section 315000 - Excavation Support and Protection

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 321216 - Asphalt Paving Section 321726 - Tactile Warning Surfaces Section 321823 - Athletic and Recreation Surfacing Section 323110 - Chain Link Fences and Gates Section 323120 - Ornamental Picket Fence Section 323223 - Segmental Block Retaining Walls Section 323300 - Walk, Road, and Park Appurtenances Section 329200 - Lawns and Grasses Section 329300 - Exterior Plants

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DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

Section 330500 - Common Work Results for Utilities Section 332200 - Water Mains Section 332210 - Water Main Valves Section 332300 - Testing and Disinfect Water Mains Section 332400 - Fire Hydrants Section 333100 - Sanitary Sewerage Piping Section 333200 - Sanitary Manholes Section 333300 - Gravity Sanitary Sewer System Testing Section 334100 - Storm Drainage System Section 334110 - Rock Energy Dissipater Section 337119 - Electrical Underground Ducts and Manholes [SHA]

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

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SCHRADERGROUP A Hord Coplan Macht Studio GENERAL PROVISIONS Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 210100 - Page 1 SGA Project: 225241

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SECTION 210100 - GENERAL PROVISIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 FIRE UNDERWRITER SEAL:

A. Where applicable, all material shall bear the National Board of Fire Underwriters' Seal of Approval. Certificates to this effect to be furnished to Architect upon request.

1.2 DEFINITION OF WORK RESPONSIBILITY:

A. All electrical control components including starters required for operation of Fire Protection equipment whether integral or remote shall be furnished and installed under this Contract. Control wiring, conduits and accessories for control devices shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor who provides fire protection equipment.

See Div. 26 specifications for starters, combination starters, and switches.

B. Power wiring from panelboards or similar source through all equipment disconnects to motors or heating equipment shall be furnished and installed by the Electrical Contractor.

C. Equipment disconnect switches, unless otherwise specified or supplied by the equipment supplier as an integral part of the equipment shall be furnished and installed by the Electrical Contractor.

D. All electrical equipment, components, and wiring furnished and installed under this portion of the specifications shall conform to all requirements of the applicable portions of the electrical specifications.

E. All base flashing, where required, shall be by the Roofing Contractor, with necessary counter-flashing by this contractor.

F. All structural work needed for support of mechanical equipment or components shall be provided by this contractor unless shown on structural plans.

1.3 RULES AND REGULATIONS:

A. All work shall be performed in accordance with the rules and regulations of the ICC Codes, local plumbing code ordinances, NFPA Code, and the public utilities having jurisdiction.

B. All work shall be performed in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, Federal Department of Labor (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), the Department of Education, and all codes and agencies having jurisdiction.

C. All construction, design fabrication, tests, rating and installation shall comply with the rules and regulations of all local, state or national codes and agencies having jurisdiction over this project. Any costs involved in complying to these rules and regulations shall be included in original bid of this Contractor.

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D. The Owner will obtain the building permit. Any other fees relative to the contractor’s work shall be paid by the contractor as part of his bid.

E. Contractor's must be licensed within the Township which the project is located.

Copies of these licenses must be posted within the respective job trailers during construction.

1.4 ANCHOR BOLTS:

A. Each Contractor shall provide and set in place at the time the foundations, bases, or curbs are poured, all necessary anchor bolts as required for the various equipment specified herein, to be furnished by him under these Specifications. Anchor bolts must be of the hook type and of the proper sizes and length to suit the apparatus.

The bolts shall be set in pipe sleeves of approximately twice the bolt diameter and as long as the imbedded length of the bolt.

B. When the equipment is set in its proper position, the bolt sleeves and the space between the rough foundations, bases or curbs of the equipment shall be completely filled with one inch of non-shrinking cement grout.

C. Each Contractor shall assume all responsibility for the location of all anchor bolts for the equipment furnished by him under these Specifications, and must have a man present at the time the foundation, bases, or curbs are poured.

1.5 DRAWINGS:

A. The accompanying drawings are a part of these specifications and are intended to show approximate and relative locations of services and equipment. They shall not be scaled to determine exact positions, locations and clearances.

B. Due to the diagrammatic layout and small scale of the drawings, certain piping, drops, offsets, valves, and related specialties are not shown. The Contractor shall provide all piping, fittings, valves, and specialties required to insure a complete installation without additional cost to the Owner.

C. All drawings and specifications pertaining to general construction, plumbing, HVAC, electrical and other work shall be carefully examined. Where physical interferences with his work occur because of his failure to consult other trades, this Contractor shall rearrange his work at his own expense.

1.6 SUBMISSION OF SHOP DRAWINGS, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

A. Refer to Division 1.

B. Contractor shall include with each submittal/shop drawing, a matrix outlining all items that do not match the specified unit. If an item is not listed on the matrix, the submitted unit will be assumed to meet all parts of the specification. Contractor will be responsible to ensure that the specifications are met in full. Items in matrix shall include scheduled performance data vs. submitted performance data, specified components vs. submitted unit components, specified construction weight, warranty, etc. vs. submitted construction, weight, warranty, etc.

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1.7 VISIT TO THE SITE:

A. Prior to submission of his bid, the Contractor shall visit the site to acquaint himself with the existing conditions. Bids as submitted will be interpreted to include all costs and change made necessary by such conditions.

1.8 COORDINATION OF WORK:

A. Contractor shall coordinate his work with that of other trades. In case of interference or problems the Architect shall decide which work is to be relocated, regardless of which is installed first.

1.9 LOCATION OF EQUIPMENT:

A. All locations of fire protection equipment and pipe connections there to shall be verified by the Owner and Architect. The contractor shall verify locations sufficiently in advance of the installation to allow uninterrupted progress of the work of all trades.

B. This Contractor shall obtain Architect approval of all arrangement drawings before continuing his work.

1.10 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:

A. All materials and equipment, unless otherwise specified, shall be new and of the best quality, approved for their specific application.

B. This Contractor shall provide, when required by the Architect, labeled samples of materials to be used on the project. Samples shall be submitted for approval by the Architect prior to their installation.

C. All materials and equipment installed by the Contractor shall be securely and rigidly supported from or attached to the building structure.

1.11 WORKMANSHIP:

A. All workmanship shall be done according to the best practices of the trade by qualified and competent tradesmen.

1.12 PROTECTION OF EQUIPMENT:

A. The Contractor shall protect all material and equipment from damage until final acceptance as installed. He shall close all openings during construction with temporary plugs and replace all damaged items with ones of exact sameness at his expense.

B. He shall schedule material and systems for deliver in such a pattern that critical pieces of equipment may be stored within the building, protected from weather.

Where materials are stored outside, they must be protected from the elements and damage.

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C. This Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the procurement of specified materials and equipment being supplied by his sub-contractors and suppliers.

1.13 SCAFFOLDING AND HOISTING:

A. The Contractor shall furnish and erect all scaffolding, hoists, shoring, platforms, railings, ladders, and other devices required by local, state, and federal laws to install his systems and equipment. Scaffolding and all other equipment shall be removed at completion of the work.

B. Contractor shall hoist or rig his own material and equipment into place, or arrange for the rigging of it by others at his expense.

1.14 FOREMAN:

A. Contractor must provide a competent foreman, subject to approval of the Owner. The foreman shall be deemed the agent of the Contractor and must be on duty at the building during all working hours.

B. Any instructions or notices given to the foreman shall have the same force as if given to the Contractor in person.

1.15 SLEEVES:

A. Each Contractor shall furnish and set all sleeves required for the installation of his work and shall be responsible for their final and permanent locations.

B. All pipes passing through masonry construction shall be fitted with sleeves. Each sleeve shall extend through its respective floor or wall and shall finish flush with each surface unless otherwise required. Unless otherwise specified or shown, sleeves shall be two pipe size larger than the overall outside diameter of the pipe when insulated. Sleeves in bearing and masonry walls shall be made of standard weight steel pipe. Sleeves through concrete floor slabs and other partitions shall be No. 2 U.S.S. gauge sheet metal.

C. Where sleeves pass through foundation walls, the space between such sleeves and passing pipes shall be caulked with graphite packing and an approved plastic and waterproof caulking compound as approved by the Architect. In lieu of caulking materials, Contractor has option of using preassembled "Link-Seals" as manufactured by Thunderline Corporation, 5495 Treadwell, Wayne, Michigan 48184.

D. All sleeves shall be properly installed and securely cemented in place. Where pipes pass through waterproofed floor or walls, design of sleeves shall be such that the waterproofing can be properly flashed around the sleeves, and of such height that the water will be restrained from entering sleeves and dripping to any finished areas below.

E. Where pipes pass through fire resisting portions of the structure, the annular space between the sleeve and the pipe shall be filled with an approved fireproof material.

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1.16 CONCRETE AND MASONRY WORK:

A. The Contractor shall furnish and install all concrete bases, reinforcing, etc. required to install the Mechanical Work, unless otherwise noted.

B. The Contractor, prior to installing any forms, reinforcing or concrete, shall notify all other Contractors or subcontractors, in ample time for them to install any portion of their work which is to be concealed in the concrete. No such work shall be placed in a manner to interfere with the proper placing of the reinforcement unless so authorized by the Architect.

1.17 ESCUTCHEONS:

A. All exposed pipes, except as otherwise described, passing through walls, floors, ceilings, etc. in finished spaces, shall be provided with solid pattern heavy ceiling, floor or wall escutcheons with set screw. Escutcheons and plates shall be of steel or malleable iron with prime coat ready for painting. Escutcheons will not be provided where sleeves intentionally extend above finished floor.

B. All exposed plumbing short branch connections to fixtures and/or equipment passing through wall or floors shall be equipped with pressed brass, chromium plated, solid-type escutcheons.

C. Provide angle collars at ducts where they pass through finished walls, floors and ceilings.

1.18 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS:

A. All ceiling and wall access panels required shall be furnished by this Contractor and set by the General Contractor. The location of these access panels must be approved by the Architect prior to their installation. The Contractor shall furnish an access panel where fire dampers, valves, specialties, junction boxes, and other serviceable items are installed behind plaster, tile, or similar type non-removable surfaces.

B. Panels shall be of suitable size and construction for each specific location. Doors shall be flush and shall open 175 degrees on concealed hinges. All assemblies shall be rustproof and exposed finished edges and surfaces shall be prime-coated with rust inhibitive paint. Doors to be installed in ceilings shall be with screw driver operated cam locks. Doors for wall installation shall have master-keyed cylinder locks. Doors shall be Milcor, or equal, as follows:

1. Construction Milcor Model

a. Masonry Style M

b. Plaster Style K

1.19 CUTTING AND PATCHING:

A. Contractor shall give the General Contractor complete information as to size of openings to be provided by the General Contractor in new floors, and walls, etc., so that such openings may be provided as the project progresses.

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B. If openings are omitted or are incorrect through failure of Contractor to follow these instructions, the Contractor shall, at their own expense, engage the trade which originally installed the work, to cut and patch to the satisfaction of the Architect.

C. The Prime Contractor shall be responsible for the cutting of existing floor slabs for the installation/demolition of any underground piping systems required by the documents. The Prime Contractor is responsible for proper bedding, backfill materials and compaction (as outlined in the specifications and on the drawings) to an elevation that is level with the bottom of the existing concrete floor slab. The

Prime Contractor is responsible for the patching of the floor slab, with proper materials which are equivalent to the adjacent finishes and materials. The new finished floor will be provided by the General Contractor.

D. Cutting and patching of exposed surfaces (other than the floor) of the building shall be the responsibility of each Prime Contractor as required for installation of his work.

All hole’s cut shall be in a manner approved by the Architect. Patching of existing construction and finishes are by the Prime Contractor and must be equivalent to adjacent finishes and materials. Refer to Contractor Responsibility Notes on Drawings.

E. Cutting and patching of concealed surfaces (other than the floor) of the building shall be the responsibility of each Prime Contractor as required for installation of his work.

All hole’s cut shall be in a manner approved by the Architect. Patching of existing construction and finishes are by the Prime Contractor and must be equivalent to adjacent finishes and materials. Refer to Contractor Responsibility Notes on Drawings.

F. Where it becomes necessary to cut out any portions of walls, floors, ceilings, roof or other portions of the building for the installation of work as may be required to perform and complete the work under this Contract, the Contractor shall do all necessary cutting and fitting, shall remove all excess material, and shall replace all work damaged so as to leave the entire premises in a finished condition. Refer to Contractor Responsibility Notes on Drawings.

G. No cutting shall be done which may in any way affect the building structurally or architecturally. Any damage incident to cutting or other causes in the performance of this Contract shall be made good by replacement or repairs. Cutting shall be done only with the prior approval of the Architect. Refer to Contractor Responsibility Notes on Drawings.

1.20 GUARANTEE:

A. Each Contractor shall unconditionally guarantee in writing all materials, equipment, and workmanship for a period of two years from date of acceptance by Owner. The Contractor shall provide free service for all equipment involved in his Contract during this guarantee period. Compressors shall have an additional 4-year warranty.

B. The guarantee shall include restoration to its original condition of all adjacent work that must be disturbed in fulfilling this guarantee.

C. All such repairs and/or replacements shall be made without delay and at the convenience of the Owner.

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1.21 CLEANING OF SYSTEMS:

A. The Contractors shall thoroughly clean all pipe systems to remove all grease, oil scale, core, sand and other foreign material after tests have been made and before the building is turned over to the Owner.

B. All strainers shall be opened and cleaned thoroughly.

C. Should the Contractor put any substance into any system to aid in the cleaning of it, all trace of such material shall be removed before the system is considered clean.

All such substances, if used, shall be free from any acid that will set or injure valve seats in any way.

1.22 INSTRUCTION TO EMPLOYEES:

A. At the completion of the work, and before final acceptance of the building by the Owner, each Contractor, together with the representatives of the manufacturers of the equipment installed by the Contractor, shall instruct the designated employees of the Owner in the care, adjustment, maintenance, and operation of equipment installed by him.

B. Three copies of factory maintenance schedules shall be furnished for each piece of equipment. Acceptance of materials and equipment is conditional upon receipts of maintenance manuals.

C. A representative of the manufacturer of each piece of equipment shall inspect his respective pieces of equipment, make final adjustments, and put them in a satisfactory working condition.

1.23 SUBSTITUTIONS:

A. Refer to Division 01 for requirements in addition to the following:

1. Various items of equipment and materials that have been used as the basis for fire protection system design have been specified by a manufacturer's name and model number. Another manufacturer's product may be submitted for consideration as a substitute. The Architect shall be the sole judge as to the comparability of an item of equipment that is submitted for approval as a substitute for what is specified. Each of the Contractor's substitute proposals shall include all labor and materials that will be required to install the equipment and make it operate satisfactorily in accordance with the original design concept. He shall include such things as changes in piping, valves, supports, fittings, ductwork, motors, controls, electrical wiring, and thermal insulation. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to make certain that substitute equipment, which has been accepted by the Architect will fit into the designated spaces. He shall make the necessary field measurements to determine that there is adequate space for the equipment, taking into consideration the clearances that are required for connections and servicing.

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2. If any changes are required in the installation of mechanical or electrical services to any mechanical equipment accepted as substitutions to the basis of design, Fire Protection Contractor shall be responsible for any additional costs incurred to the Owner, Engineer, other prime contractors, and costs incurred for changes to the coordination drawings

1.24 ALTERNATES:

A. Refer to Division 01 for requirements in addition to the following:

1. Various items of equipment and materials that have been used as a basis for mechanical system design have been specified by a manufacturer's name and model number. Where another manufacturer's product has been specified as an alternate to this equipment the proposed cost for this alternate shall include all labor and materials that will be required to install the equipment and make it operate satisfactorily in accordance with the original design concept. He shall include such things as changes in piping, valves, supports and supporting structure, fittings, ductwork, motors, controls, electrical wiring and thermal insulation. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to make certain the alternate equipment will fit into the designated spaces. He shall make the necessary field measurements to determine that there is adequate space for the equipment, taking into consideration the clearances that are required for connections and servicing.

1.25 ALIGNMENT:

A. Where several receptacles, devices, bells, alarms, thermostats, switches, handles, etc., are to be installed in a common location, this equipment shall be lined up in a vertical plane. It is the Contractor's responsibility to confer with the Architect on this alignment.

B. The Fire Protection Contractor shall carefully check all the Drawings and coordinate their work with all trades to provide for a symmetrical and coordinated ceiling.

Ceiling T-bars, lights, registers, and other equipment shall all be symmetrically installed with provisions made for integrating the T-bars and this equipment. Failure to coordinate will result in relocation of ceiling components as directed by the Architect at the Contractor's expense.

1.26 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

A. Refer to Division 01 for requirements in addition to the following:

1. The Contractor shall prepare for the Owner, 3 hard bound volumes, each containing all operating instructions and information necessary for the care and maintenance of the system. These volumes shall be complete in every respect, and shall include detailed operating instructions for each piece of equipment and diagrams for control wiring and piping so arranged and detailed that the maintenance staff may trace the control in the event of operational malfunctioning.

2. The Contractor shall submit 1 of the hard-bound volumes to the Architect for approval prior to presenting same to Owner.

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3. The purpose of this manual is to assist the Owner in routine operation, maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting and procurement of replacement parts. All information in the manual shall be as-built and only material pertinent to the project shall be included.

4. The operating manual shall be considered a part of the final inspection and shall be submitted for approval at least 30 days in advance of a request for final inspection. The manual shall include:

a. A copy of all final corrected equipment submittals, control diagrams, descriptive brochures, and a list of all parts of each piece of mechanical and electrical equipment which has been furnished and installed.

5. Complete and detailed typewritten operating and maintenance instructions for all major operating equipment. The operating and start-up instructions shall be written in a concise, step by step manner. Maintenance instructions shall include such things as periodic checks, adjustments and troubleshooting techniques.

6. A listing of all items of mechanical and electrical equipment, a compilation of the nameplate data for this same equipment, the name, address and telephone number of the nearest service organization.

a. Copies of all A.S.M.E. pressure vessel certifications, state police approved tank permits, complete additional valve tag schedules, all electrical inspection permits and all additional mechanical and electrical permits required for occupancy by the Owner.

b. All of the materials shall be indexed, arranged categorically, and be bound in a rigid, plastic covered, three ring binder.

7. The Contractor shall provide Project Records documents in accordance with requirements of Division 01.

8. O & M's must be provided once equipment is taken over by the Owner.

9. Warranty starts when Owner takes over that phase/space.

1.27 PAINTING:

A. Refer to Division 07 in addition to the following:

1. Provide corrosion inhibiting prime coating on all ferrous materials.

2. Paint all metal laid underground with one heavy coat of corrosion protective materials.

3. All exposed piping, iron work, and equipment installed in the mechanical equipment rooms under this contract shall be painted 1 prime coat and 2 coats of best quality oil paint of color as selected by the Architect.

4. Unless specifically noted, insulation and galvanized piping in ceiling cavity area shall not be painted.

END OF SECTION 210100

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SCHRADERGROUP A Hord Coplan Macht Studio COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 210500 - Page 1 SGA Project: 225241

SECTION 210500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Fire Suppression system requirement for sprinkler systems.

B. Piping and Fittings

C. General Valves

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Division 09 - Painting and Coating: Preparation and painting of fire protection piping systems.

B. Section 210553 - Identification for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment: Piping Identification.

C. Section 21 1300 - Fire-Suppression Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems: Sprinkler and Standpipe systems design.

1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASME B16.3 - Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 1998 (R2006).

B. ASME B16.5 - Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 2003 (ANSI/ASME B16.5).

C. ASME B16.9 - Factory-made Wrought Steel Buttwelding Fittings; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 2007.

D. ASME B16.25 - Buttwelding Ends; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers;

2007.

E. ASTM A 53/A 53M - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless; 2007.

F. ASTM A 234/A 234M - Standard Specification for Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and High Temperature Service; 2007.

G. ASTM A 795/A 795M - Standard Specification for Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded and Seamless Steel Pipe for Fire Protection Use; 2008.

H. AWWA C110/A21.10 - American National Standard for Ductile-Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings, 3 In. Through 48 In. (75 mm Through 1200 mm), for Water and Other Liquids; American Water Works Association; 2003.

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I. AWWA C111/A21.11 - Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings; American Water Works Association; 2007 (ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11).

J. AWWA C151/A21.51 - Ductile-Iron Pipe, Centrifugally Cast, for Water; American Water Works Association; 2002, and Errata 2002 (ANSI/AWWA C151/A21.51).

K. NFPA 13 - Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems; National Fire Protection Association; 2016.

L. NFPA 24 - Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances; National Fire Protection Association; 1995.

M. UL (FPED) - Fire Protection Equipment Directory; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.;

current edition.

N. UL 262 - Gate Valves for Fire-Protection Service; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.;

2004.

O. UL 312 - Check Valves for Fire-Protection Service; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.;

2004.

P. UL 1091 - Butterfly and Ball Valves for Fire-Protection Service; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; 2005.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. See Division 01 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Provide manufacturers catalogue information. Clearly indicate exact models/model number, options, and accessories to be provided. Indicate applications where the submitted product is to be used. Indicate design pressure and ratings.

C. Shop Drawings: Indicate pipe materials used, jointing methods, supports, floor and wall penetration seals. Indicate installation, layout, weights, mounting and support details, and piping connections.

1. Grooved joint couplings and fittings shall be shown on drawings and product submittals and shall be specifically identified with the applicable Victaulic style or series number.

D. Project Record Documents: Record actual "as installed" locations of piping, sprinklers, components, and tag numbering and submit as "Record Set" after completion of all installation work.

E. Operation and Maintenance Data: Include installation instructions and spare parts lists.

F. Maintenance Materials: Furnish the following for Owner's use in maintenance of project.

1. See Division 01 - Product Requirements, for additional provisions.

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2. Extra Valve Stem Packings: Two for each type and size of valve.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing the Products specified in this section with minimum five years documented experience.

B. Installer and Designer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing the work of this section with minimum 5 year’s experience. approved by manufacturer.

C. Conform to UL requirements.

D. Valves: Bear UL and FM label or marking. Provide manufacturer's name and pressure rating marked on valve body.

E. Products Requiring Electrical Connection: Listed and classified as suitable for the purpose specified and indicated.

F. To assure uniformity and compatibility of piping components in grooved piping systems, all grooved products utilized shall be supplied by a single manufacturer.

Grooving tools shall be supplied from the same manufacturer as the grooved components.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver and store valves in shipping containers, with labeling in place.

B. Provide temporary protective coating on cast iron and steel valves.

C. Provide temporary end caps and closures on piping and fittings. Maintain in place until installation.

1.7 EXTRA MATERIALS

A. Provide cabinet, wrench, and spare sprinkler heads (quantities in accordance with

NFPA13.)

B. Provide two valve stem packings for each size and type of valve installed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

A. Sprinkler Systems: Conform work to NFPA 13, IBC 2018, and IFC 2018, requirements of the Local A.H.J., and minimum requirements as indicated on FP Drawings and Division 21 Specifications.

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2.2 ABOVE GROUND PIPING

A. Acceptable Manufacturers for Piping and Tubing:

1. Wheatland Tube Company; 900 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108-2162.

2. Allied Tube - Sprinkler; 16100 S. Lathrop Avenue, Harvey, IL 60426.

B. Threaded and Welded Steel Pipe (2" and smaller): Schedule 40 Sprinkler Pipe:

ASTM A795, Type E, Grade A; or Schedule 40 Pipe ASTM A-53. UL listed and FM approved for use as sprinkler piping. Black mill coating.

C. Fittings:

1. All fittings shall be pressure rated for minimum 250 psig working pressure.

2. Welded Steel Fittings: ASME B16.9, wrought steel, buttwelded, ASTM A

234/A 234M, wrought carbon steel or alloy steel, or ASME B16.5, steel flanges and fittings. Welding Materials in accordance with ASME Code.

3. Threaded Malleable Iron Fittings: ASME B16.3, threaded fittings.

4. Mechanical Grooved Fittings as manufactured by Victaulic ONLY: ASTM A536 ductile iron or ASTM A53 carbon steel fittings with grooved ends designed to accept Victaulic couplings. FireLock® or standard fittings.

5. Mechanical Grooved Couplings as manufactured by Victaulic ONLY: Ductile iron housing clamps with tapered seat to engage and lock, "C" shaped elastomeric sealing gasket, steel bolts, nuts, and washers; galvanized for galvanized pipe.

a. Saddle type - U-bolt style hole cut Mechanical -T's shall not be permitted for use on this project. Hole cut Mechanical-T's shall be Victaulic Style 920 or 920N and installed in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

b. Rigid Couplings: Housings shall be cast with offsetting, angle-pattern bolt pads to provide system rigidity and support and hanging in accordance with NFPA 13. Tongue and recess rigid type couplings shall only be permitted if the contractor uses a torque wrench for installation.

Required torque shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's latest recommendations.

1) 1-1/4” to 4”: “Installation Ready” stab-on design, for direct 'stab' installation onto grooved end pipe without prior field disassembly and no loose parts. Victaulic FireLock® EZ Style 009.

2) 5” and Larger: Standard rigid coupling. Victaulic FireLock® Style 005 or Style 07 Zero-Flex®.

c. Flexible Couplings: Use in seismic areas where required by NFPA 13.

1) 2” to 6”: “Installation Ready” stab-on design, for direct 'stab' installation onto grooved end pipe without prior field disassembly and no loose parts. Victaulic Style 177 QuickVic™.

2) 8” and Larger: Standard flexible coupling. Victaulic Style 75 or 77.

3) Coupling gaskets shall be listed for use as follows:

d. Coupling gaskets shall be listed for use as follows:

1) Dry System (Ambient Temperature) - FlushSeal® or EZ Style 009 design, Grade EPDM, Type A

2) Dry Freezer Applications (-30°F to 0°F) - FlushSeal®, Grade L, Silicone

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3) Wet System (Ambient Temperature) - C-Shape or EZ Style 009 design, Grade EPDM, Type A

6. Flanged Adapters: ASTM A536 ductile iron casting, flat faced, designed for incorporating flanged components with ANSI Class 150 bolt-hole pattern.

Victaulic Style 741.

7. Victaulic Aquaflex stainless steel sprinkler fitting system: In lieu of rigid pipe offsets or return bends for sprinkler drops, the Victaulic Aquaflex Multiple-use

Flexible Stainless-Steel Sprinkler Drop System may be used to locate sprinklers as required by final finished ceiling tiles and walls. The drop system shall consist of a braided type 304 stainless flexible tube, a zinc plated steel

1” male nipple for connection to branch line piping, and a zinc plated steel reducer with a ½” or ¾” female thread for connection to the sprinkler head.

a. The drop shall include a UL-2443 approved and FM-1637 listed series

AH2 braided hose with bend radius to 2” to allow for proper installation in confined spaces. The hose shall be listed for (5) bends at 36” length, (7) bends at 48” length, (9) bends at 60” length and (10) bends at 72” length.

b. Union joints shall be provided for ease of installation. The flexible drops shall attach to the ceiling grid using a one-piece open grate Series AB1 bracket. The bracket shall allow installation before the ceiling tile is in place. The braided drop system is UL listed and FM approved for sprinkler services to 175psi.

1) All hoses shall be factory pressure tested to 400psi

2) Approvals

a) FM-1637

b) UL-2443

c. Refer to the Victaulic I-AQUAFLEX installation manual and the Victaulic Aquaflex Design guide, as shown in product submittal to ensure proper installation.

d. Contractor, upon completion of sprinkler system, shall provide the Owner/ Architect/Engineer with a letter from the flexible drop manufacturer stating that the installation has been inspected and approved.

2.3 PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. Acceptable Manufacturers for Piping Hangers and supports:

1. TOLCO Inc.

2. Grinnell

3. Provide hangers and supports as manufactured by the listed acceptable manufacturers or equal as approved by owner/architect.

B. Hangers for Pipe Sizes ¾ inches thru 1½ inches: Adjustable swivel ring, MSS-SP-69 Type 10, Carbon steel, or Adjustable Clevis, MSS-SP-69 Type 1, Carbon steel.

1. Adjustable swivel ring: TOLCO Inc. - Fig.200 or equal.

2. Adjustable clevis: TOLCO Inc. - Fig.1 or equal.

a. Provide bolt spacer in all applications where seismic restraint is required.

C. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 2 inches and Over: Adjustable Clevis, MSS-SP-69 Type 1, Carbon steel.

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1. Adjustable Clevis: TOLCO Inc. - Fig.1 or equal.

a. Provide bolt spacer in all applications where seismic restraint is required.

D. Armovers and end of branch: Adjustable swivel ring with surge restrainer, MSS-SP-69 Type 10, or carbon steel adjustable clevis, MSS-SP-69 Type 1.

1. Adjustable swivel ring: TOLCO Inc. - Fig.200 or equal w/ Fig.25 surge

Restrainer

2. Adjustable clevis: TOLCO Inc. - Fig.1 or equal.

E. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers: Steel channels with welded spacers and hanger rods.

F. Wall Support: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamp.

G. Vertical Support: Steel riser clamp, MSS-SP-69 Type 8.

1. Steel Riser Clamp: TOLCO Inc. - Fig.6 or equal.

H. Floor Support: Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support.

I. Structural Attachments

1. Reversible C-Type Beam Clamp, MSS-SP Type 19 - TOLCO Inc. Fig. 65 &

Fig. 66 with Beam clamp retaining strap or equal as approved by Owner/Architect.

2. Bar Joist Hanger, TOLCO Inc. Fig. 61T (up to 4" pipe)

3. Threaded side Beam Bracket, TOLCO Inc. Fig. 58 (up to 4" pipe)

4. Provide additional steel to support work from structural framing members as required where support is required between framing members.

J. Victaulic Style 009, 005, and 07 rigid couplings, with angle-pattern bolt pads, may be used with IPS steel piping systems, which meet the support and hanging requirements of NFPA 13. An adequate number of Victaulic Style 177, 75 and 77 flexible couplings shall also be used to compensate for thermal expansion/contraction of the pipe.

2.4 GATE VALVES

A. 2-1/2 inches to 8 inches:

1. UL Listed FM approved, Iron body, bronze trim, OS&Y rising stem pre-grooved for mounting tamper switch, handwheel, solid rubber covered bronze or cast-iron wedge, flanged ends.

2. UL Listed FM approved, ductile iron body, bronze mounted, OS&Y brass rising stem, cast iron bonnet, EPDM coated cast iron disc, handwheel, groove x groove or groove x flanged ends, optional supervisory switch. Victaulic Series 771H or Series 771F.

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2.5 GLOBE OR ANGLE VALVES

A. Up to and including 2 inches:

1. Bronze body, bronze trim,…