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GSD WEST KEARNS ELEMENTARY 30 SEPTEMBER 2026 - VCBO 26165.00

TABLE OF CONTENTS BID PACKAGE #1 PAGE 1 OF 1

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

015639 - Tree Protection Remainder of Sections to be issued in a future package.

DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

Section 26 0001 Electrical General Provisions Section 26 0070 Electrical Connectors For Equipment Section 26 0110 Conduit Raceways Section 26 0120 Conductors and Cables Section 26 0170 Disconnect Switches Section 26 0180 Over Current Protective Devices Section 26 0420 Service Entrance Section 26 0452 Grounding

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

Section 31 1000 Site Clearing Section 31 2000 Earth Moving

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 32 1823.26 Natural Gas Playing Field Section 32 3113 Chain Link Fences and Gates Section 32 8000 Landscape Irrigation System Section 32 9213 Overseeding Section 32 9300 Landscape Planting

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SECTION 01 5639

TREE PROTECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the protection and trimming of trees that interfere with, or are affected by, execution of the Work, whether temporary or new construction.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 01 Summary of Work for limits placed on Contractor's use of the site.

2. Division 01 Temporary Facilities and Controls for temporary tree protection.

3. Division 02 Selective Demolition for removal limits of trees, shrubs, and other plantings affected by new construction.

4. Division 31 Earthwork for building and utility trench excavation, backfilling, compacting, and grading requirements, and soil materials.

5. Division 32 Landscaping Planting for tree and shrub planting and transplanting, tree support systems, and soil materials.

SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

B. Qualification Data: For firms and persons specified in "Quality Assurance" Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, names, and addresses of architects and owners, and other information specified.

C. Certification: From a qualified arborist that trees indicated to remain have been protected during all phases of construction according to recognized standards and those trees were promptly and properly treated and repaired when damaged.

D. Maintenance Recommendations: From a qualified arborist for care and protection of trees affected by construction during and after completing the Work.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Tree Service Qualifications: An experienced tree service firm that has successfully completed tree protection and trimming work like that required for this Project and that will assign an experienced, qualified arborist to Project site during execution of the Work.

B. Arborist Qualifications: An arborist certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or licensed in the jurisdiction where Project is located.

C. Tree Pruning Standards: Comply with ANSI A300, "Trees, Shrubs, and Other Woody Plant Maintenance--Standard Practices," unless more stringent requirements are indicated.

D. Pre-installation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to comply with requirements in Division 1 Section "Project Meetings."

1. Before starting tree, protection and trimming, meet with representatives of authorities having jurisdiction, Owner, Architect, consultants, and other concerned entities.

Review tree protection and trimming procedures and responsibilities. Notify

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participants at least three working days before convening conference. Record discussions and agreements and furnish a copy to each participant.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

MATERIALS

A. Drainage Fill: Selected crushed stone, or crushed or uncrushed gravel, washed, ASTM D 448, Size 24, with 90 to 100 percent passing a 2-1/2-inch sieve and not more than 10 percent passing a 3/4-inch sieve.

B. Topsoil: Fertile, friable, surface soil, containing natural loam and complying with Topsoil Standards in Section 32 9300.

C. Filter Fabric: Manufacturer's standard, nonwoven, pervious, geotextile fabric of polypropylene, nylon, or polyester fibers.

D. Chain Link Fence: Metallic-coated steel chain link fence fabric, 0.120-inch-diameter wire size; 48 inches high, minimum; line posts, 1.9 inches in diameter; terminal and corner posts, 2-3/8 inches in diameter; top rail, 1-5/8 inches in diameter; bottom tension wire, 0.177 inch in diameter; with tie wires, hog ring ties, and other accessories for a complete fence system.

E. Bark Mulch: Bark Mulch (Shredded bark, natural and non-dyed): Placed around trees as indicated on the Drawings placed to a depth of 6 inches.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

PREPARATION

A. Prior to the removal of any existing tree, the contractor received written approval from the owner, tagged on site, and removed per Salt Lake School Districts Standards.

B. An arborist shall be consulted during the duration of the project to ensure the means and measures are being used to protect the existing trees. Inspections by the arborist shall occur bi-weekly during the months of May to Sept. and monthly during the months from Oct. to April. A report shall be issued by the arborist after the inspection.

C. Temporary Fencing: Install temporary fencing located as indicated or outside the drip line of trees to protect remaining vegetation from construction damage. As indicated on the Drawings. Contractor to meet with the Landscape Architect and Arborist to define specific fencing locations for this project during phases of construction.

1. Install chain link fence according to ASTM F 567 and manufacturer's written instructions.

D. Protect tree root systems from damage due to noxious materials caused by runoff or spillage while mixing, placing, or storing construction materials. Protect root systems from flooding, eroding, or excessive wetting caused by dewatering operations.

E. Do not store construction materials, debris, or excavated material within the drip line of remaining trees. Do not permit vehicles or foot traffic within the drip line; prevent soil compaction over root systems.

F. Do not allow fires under or adjacent to remaining trees or other plants.

G. Install 6 inches of temporary bark mulch around trees as indicated on the Drawings.

H. Any tree to be protected within the limit of work shall be protected shall fertilized in the spring and fall and provide soil conditioner and root pruning.

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I. The location of the rigid fencing shall be indicated by paint by the landscape architect and Owner Representative prior to the installation of the fencing. the general contractor shall schedule request the marking for the location of the fencing one week prior to the installation of the rigid fencing. No fencing shall be moved unless the contractor receives approval from the Owners Representative.

EXCAVATION

A. Install shoring or other protective support systems to minimize sloping or benching of excavations.

B. Do not excavate within drip line of trees, unless otherwise indicated and approved by Landscape Architect and/or Arborist.

C. Where excavation for new construction is required within drip line of trees, hand clear and excavate to minimize damage to root systems. Use air spade.

1. Relocate roots in backfill areas where possible. If encountering large, main lateral roots, expose roots beyond excavation limits as required to bend and relocate them without breaking. If encountered immediately adjacent to location of new construction and relocation is not practical, cut roots approximately 3 inches back from new construction.

2. Do not allow exposed roots to dry out before placing permanent backfill. Provide temporary earth cover or pack with peat moss and wrap with burlap. Water and maintain in a moist condition. Temporarily support and protect roots from damage until they are permanently relocated and covered with soil.

D. Where utility trenches are required within drip line of trees, tunnel under or around roots by drilling, auger boring, pipe jacking, or digging by hand.

RE-GRADING

A. Grade Lowering: Where new finish grade is indicated below existing grade around trees, slope grade beyond drip line of trees. Maintain existing grades within drip line of trees.

B. Grade Lowering: Where new finish grade is indicated below existing grade around trees, slope grade away from trees as recommended by qualified arborist, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Root Pruning: Prune tree roots exposed during grade lowering. Do not cut main lateral roots or taproots; cut only smaller roots. Cut roots with sharp pruning instruments; do not break or chop.

C. Minor Fill: Where existing grade is 6 inches or less below elevation of finish grade, fill with topsoil. Place topsoil in a single uncompacted layer and hand grade to required finish elevations.

D. Moderate Fill: Where existing grade is more than 6 inches but less than 12 inches, below elevation of finish grade, place drainage fill, filter fabric, and topsoil on existing grade as follows:

1. Carefully place drainage fill against tree trunk approximately 2 inches above elevation of finish grade and extend not less than 18 inches from tree trunk on all sides. For balance of area within drip-line perimeter, place drainage fill up to 6 inches below elevation of grade.

2. Place filter fabric with edges overlapping 6 inches minimum.

3. Place fill layer of topsoil to finish grade. Do not compact drainage fill or topsoil.

Hand grade to required finish elevations.

TREE PRUNING

A. Prune remaining trees affected by temporary and new construction.

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B. Prune remaining trees to compensate for root loss caused by damaging or cutting root system. Provide subsequent maintenance during Contract period as recommended by qualified arborist.

C. Pruning Standards: Prune trees according to ANSI A300 as follows:

1. Type of Pruning: Crown cleaning.

2. Type of Pruning: Crown thinning.

3. Type of Pruning: Crown raising.

4. Type of Pruning: Crown reduction.

5. Type of Pruning: Vista pruning.

6. Type of Pruning: Crown restoration.

D. Cut branches with sharp pruning instruments; do not break or chop.

E. Chip branches removed from trees. Spread chips were indicated or as directed by the Landscape Architect.

TREE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT

A. Promptly repair trees damaged by construction operations within 24 hours. Treat damaged trunks, limbs, and roots according to written instructions of the qualified arborist.

B. Remove and replace dead and damaged trees that the qualified arborist determines to be incapable of restoring to a normal growth pattern.

1. Provide new trees of the same size and species as those being replaced; plant and maintain as specified in Division 2 Section "Landscaping."

2. Provide new trees of 6-inch caliper size and of a species selected by Owner’s

Representative when trees more than 6 inches in caliper size, measured 12 inches above grade, are required to be replaced.

C. Aerate surface soil, compacted during construction, 10 feet beyond drip line and no closer than 36 inches to tree trunk. Drill 2-inch-diameter holes a minimum of 12 inches deep at 24 inches O.C. Backfill holes with an equal mix of augured soil and sand.

DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS

A. Burning is not permitted.

B. Disposal: Remove excess excavated material, displaced trees, and excess chips from Owner's property.

END OF SECTION 01 5639

ELECTRICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS BID PACKAGE #1 SECTION 26 0001 – PAGE 1

SECTION 26 0001

ELECTRICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division-1 Specification sections, apply to work of this section.

B. Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and other applicable documents also apply to work of this section.

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

A. The contract documents indicate the extent of electrical work. Provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and service necessary for a complete electrical system as described in divisions 26.

1.3 RELATED SECTIONS:

A. Other Divisions relating to electrical work apply to the work of this section. See other applicable Divisions including, but not necessarily limited to:

1. Division 1 – General and Supplementary Conditions

2. Division 2 – Existing Conditions

3. Division 3 – Concrete

4. Division 5 – Metals

5. Division 6 – Wood, Plastics, and Composites

6. Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection

7. Division 8 – Openings

8. Division 9 – Finishes

9. Division 21 – Fire Suppression

10. Division 22 – Plumbing

11. Division 23 – Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning

1.4 INTERPRETATIONS OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS:

A. Prior to bidding the job, submit requests for clarification in writing to the Architect/Engineer prior to issuance of the final addendum.

B. After signing the contract, provide all materials, labor, and equipment to meet the intent, purpose, and function of the contract documents.

C. The following terms used in Division 26, 27, and 28 documents are defined as follows:

1. "Provide" - Means furnish, install, and connect, unless otherwise indicated.

2. "Furnish" - Means purchase new and deliver in operating order to project site.

3. "Install" - Means to physically install the items in-place.

4. "Connect" - Means make final electrical connections for a complete operating piece of equipment. This includes providing conduit, wire, terminations, etc. as applicable.

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5. "Or Equivalent" - Means to provide equivalent equipment. Such equipment must be approved by the Engineer prior to bidding.

1.5 EXAMINATION OF SITE:

A. Visit the site and verify existing field conditions prior to submitting bid.

B. All costs arising from site conditions and/or preparation shall be included in the base bid. No additional charges will be allowed due to inadequate site inspection.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Perform work in accordance with all governing codes, rules, and regulations including the following minimum codes (latest editions or as otherwise accepted by the Authorities Having Jurisdiction):

1. National Electric Code (NEC)

2. International Building Code (IBC)

3. International Fire Code (IFC)

4. International Mechanical Code (IMC)

5. International Plumbing Code (IPC)

6. American Disability Act (ADA)

7. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)

8. Local Codes and Ordinances

B. Comply with all standards where applicable for equipment and materials including the following minimum standards:

1. Underwriter's Laboratories (UL)

2. American Society for testing Materials (ASTM)

3. Certified Ballast Manufacturers (CBM)

4. Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA)

5. National Electrical Manufacturer's Institute (NEMA)

6. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

7. Electrical Testing Laboratories (ETL)

8. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

9. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

10. American Institute of Electrical Engineer's Electrical Power

11. Systems and Grounding in Commercial Construction

12. Illuminating Engineers Society (IES)

C. Provide new electrical equipment conforming to all requirements as set forth in the above standards. Provide UL labeled equipment where such label is applicable.

D. Comply with all state and local codes and ordinances. When conflicts occur among codes, standards, drawings, and/or specifications, the most stringent requirements shall govern.

E. Obtain all permits, inspections, etc. required by authority having jurisdiction. Include all fees in bid. Provide a certificate of approval to the owner's representative from the inspection authority at completion of the work.

F. Provide only first-class workmanship from competent workers, conforming to the best electrical construction practices.

G. The contractor shall have a current state contracting license applicable to type of work to be

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performed under this contract.

1.7 SUBMITTALS:

A. After the Contract is awarded but prior to ordering, manufacturing, or installation of any equipment, prepare complete Submittals including shop drawings, product data, cut sheets, etc.

for materials and equipment as required by each section of the specifications.

B. Review of Submittals shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for dimensions and/or errors that may be contained therein, or deviations from the Contract Document's requirements.

The noting of some errors but overlooking others, during the submittal review process, does not grant the Contractor permission to proceed in error. Regardless of any information contained in the shop drawings and cut sheets, the requirements of the Contract Document's shall govern and are not waived or superseded in any way by the review of the shop drawings and cut sheets.

C. Submit only materials and equipment specified in Construction Documents or Addendums.

D. Submittals are reviewed, not approved. Comments made within submittals do not alter the contract documents in any way. The contractor is still responsible, regardless of comments (if any) made within Submittals, for complying with drawings and specifications.

E. Notify Engineer in writing if any of the submittal review comments alter the Construction Documents or affect the Contract cost. A submittal review comment which alters the Construction Documents and/or increases/decreases cost of a product is not an authorization to the Contractor under any circumstances to proceed. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure compliance.

F. Electronic Submittal Requirements:

1. Provide submittals in Portable Document Format (PDF).

2. Documents must be electronically bookmarked by Division (i.e. 26, 27 and 28), Specification section (i.e. 260120), and individually for each item submitted for light fixtures, switchgear, transformer, panelboard etc. and keyword searchable using Adobe Acrobat (http://www.adobe.com/acrobat) or Bluebeam Revu (http://www.bluebeam.com) for each relevant section.

3. Electronically highlight all options for light fixtures, electrical equipment, etc. Manual highlighting and scanning of the documents are not acceptable and will not be reviewed.

4. Do not submit catalog sheets which describe several different items in addition to those items to be used unless all relevant information is clearly identified.

5. Provide a complete and comprehensive submittal package including all specification sections at the same time. Exceptions may be given, with prior approval, for time-sensitive equipment.

6. A maximum of one submittal per specification section is allowed. It is not acceptable to provide a product-by-product submittal. Single product by product submittals will not be reviewed.

7. If a submittal or a portion of a submittal is rejected or marked as incomplete, provide only outstanding or missing submittal items. Resubmittal of the previously reviewed and approved items is not required and will not be reviewed if submitted for the second time.

8. Provide only specified products or products approved by addendum. Substitutions shall not be included in the submittal.

9. Questions or clarifications shall not be included in the submittal. Submit Request for Information for any outstanding questions or clarification about the submitted products.

G. Scheduling:

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1. A minimum period of two weeks (business days only), exclusive of transmittal time, will be required each time Submittals are submitted or resubmitted for review. This time shall be considered by the Contractor when scheduling submittal data.

H. Response to Specifications:

1. A point-by-point statement of compliance with the specifications must be submitted with each individual submittal.

2. The statement of compliance shall consist of numbered specification paragraphs and shall be located at the front of the submittal. Each specification paragraph shall be cross referenced to the page/drawing in the submittal on which the compliance is confirmed.

The confirming data on the page/drawing shall be highlighted for ready identification.

3. Where the proposed system complies fully, indicate by placing the word "comply" next to the subparagraph.

4. Where the proposed system does not comply or accomplishes the stated function in a manner different from that described, provide a full description of the deviation.

5. Each sheet of the submittal shall be sequentially numbered in the form of “Sheet x of y” where “x” is the sequential number of the sheet and “y” is the total number of the sheets in the submittal.

6. A submittal which does not include a point-by-point statement of compliance as specified shall be rejected.

1.8 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS:

A. Provide operating instruction and maintenance data manuals for materials and equipment as required by each section of the specifications.

B. Submit an electronic copy of Operations and Maintenance Manuals in Portable Document Format (PDF) at least four weeks before substantial completion of the project.

C. Include complete cleaning and servicing data compiled in clearly and easily understandable form. Show serial numbers of each piece of equipment, complete lists of replacement parts, motor ratings, etc. Each unit shall have its own individual sheet.

1.9 RECORD DRAWINGS:

A. Maintain on a daily basis a complete set of "Red-Lined Drawings", reflecting an accurate record of all work including addendums, revisions, and changes. Indicate precise dimensioned locations of all concealed work and equipment, including concealed or embedded conduit, junction boxes, etc. Record all "Red-Lined Drawing" information on a set of full sized prints of the contract drawings.

B. Certify the "Red Lined Drawings" for correctness. Indicate on each drawing the name of the general and electrical contractors with signatures of each representative responsible for the work.

C. The electrical engineering design firm will create record (as-built) drawings from the certified red-lined drawings; however, the general and electrical contractors retain the responsibility for the accuracy of the record drawings.

1.10 WARRANTY:

A. Ensure that the electrical system installed under this contract is in proper working order and in compliance with drawings, specifications, and/or authorized changes and is free from electrical defects. Without additional charge, replace or repair, to satisfaction of the owner's

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representative, except from ordinary wear and tear, any part of the installation which may fail or be determined unacceptable within a period of one (1) year after final acceptance or as otherwise indicated in individual sections, but in no case less than one year. Warranty incandescent and fluorescent lamps only for a period of two months from the date of substantial completion.

B. Provide complete warranty information for each item including beginning of warranty period, duration of warranty, names, addresses, and telephone numbers and procedures for filling a claim and obtaining warranty services. Written warranties and guarantees are to be submitted separately as:

1. Originals bound in a binder clearly identified with the title, “WARRANTIES AND GUARANTEES,” the project name, the project number, and the Contractor’s business name.

2. Electronic documents in *.pdf format.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL:

A. All materials shall be new and shall bear the manufacturer's name, trade name, and the approved testing laboratory such as the UL label in every case where a standard has been established for that particular material. Used materials are acceptable only if specifically indicated on drawings.

2.2 SUBSTITUTION OF MATERIALS:

A. Provide only specified products or products approved by addendum. Substitutions will be considered if two copies of the proposal is received at the architect's/engineer's office eight (8) working days prior to the bid day. Include in the proposal the specified and proposed catalog numbers of the equipment under consideration and a catalog cut sheet(s) with pictorial and descriptive information. Certify that the equipment proposed is equal to that specified, that it has the same electrical and physical characteristics, compatible dimensions, and meets the functional intent of the contract documents.

B. It is the responsibility of the contractor to make all substituted equipment comply with the intent of the contract documents and bear all cost associated with conflicts arising form the use of substituted equipment.

C. Provide samples if so required by the architect or engineer before or after bid day.

2.3 SPARE PARTS:

A. Provide spare parts (fuses, diffusers, etc.) as specified in each section of the specifications.

B. Stock of all spare items shall be delivered as directed to Owner prior to substantial completion.

C. All components shall be labeled to match construction document nomenclature.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

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3.1 GENERAL:

A. Workmanship: Provide only first class workmanship from competent workers. Defective materials or workmanship will not be allowed on the project. Provide competent supervision for the work to be accomplished. Keep same foreman on the job, unless a change is authorized by the engineer.

B. Coordination: Prior to construction, layout electrical work and coordinate work with other trades. Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installation of materials and equipment for efficient flow of the work. Coordinate the installation of required supporting devices and sleeves to be set in poured-in-place concrete and other structural components, as they are constructed.

Install electrical equipment to facilitate maintenance and repair or replacement of equipment components. Coordinate the installation of electrical materials and equipment above ceilings with suspension system, mechanical equipment and systems, and structural components.

Coordinate with all utilities including power, communication, and data installations.

C. Provide cutting, drilling, channeling, etc. only as necessary for proper completion of the work.

Do not cut structural members unless authorization is issued in writing by the architect/engineer.

D. Repairs: Repair damage to building, grounds, or utilities as a result of work under this contract at no additional cost to the owner.

E. Dimensioning: Electrical drawings indicate locations for electrical equipment only in their approximate location, unless specifically dimensioned. Do not scale electrical drawings for dimensional information. Refer to architectural drawings and shop drawings where applicable for locations of all electrical equipment. Field verify all dimension on the job site.

F. Provide block-outs, sleeves, demolition work, etc., required for installation of work specified in this division.

G. Standards: Provide electrical installation in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions, applicable requirements of NEC, NEMA standards, and NECA's "Standards of Installation", and in compliance with recognized industry practices to ensure that products fulfill requirements.

H. All workmen doing work of any nature on State of Utah projects must at all times carry their electrician's license with them and show it upon request. The acceptable ratio of apprentice to journeyman electricians on the job is 1:1.

3.2 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION:

A. When it is clearly apparent that information is not adequately described in the construction documents or when a coordination problem exists, submit a request for information (RFI) through proper contractual channels. The electrical engineering design firm will provide a response through its contractual channel. Although verbal direction may be given to expedite changes, responses are not considered part of the contract documents until a change order has been issued and signed by the Owner or his designated representative. The Contractor shall bear all costs associated with proceeding on any change order that has not been approved by the Owner or his designated representative.

B. Any damages caused by construction delays due to frivolous RFI’s, will be born solely by the Contractor.

3.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

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A. Provide all necessary guards or construction barriers and take all necessary precautions to insure the safety of life and property.

3.4 CLEAN:

A. Clean up all equipment, conduit, fittings, wire, packing cartons, plastic, and other debris that is a direct result of the installation of the work of this division, both during the execution, and at the conclusion, of the project. Keep the site clean and safe during the progress of the work. Clean fixtures, interior and exterior of all equipment, and raceways prior to final acceptance. Vacuum interior of all electrical panels and equipment. Correct any damaged equipment. Touch-up or repaint if necessary.

3.5 TEMPORARY POWER:

A. Make arrangements with the proper institution authority for all temporary electricity.

B. Provide temporary power, complete with metering and wiring for lighting and power outlets for construction tools and equipment. Report the initial meter reading to the owner/institution, or otherwise as may be directed.

C. Service shall be provided with a main disconnect and all 20 ampere receptacles protected by 20 amp GFI, single-pole breakers. No attempt is made herein to specify construction power requirements for equipment in detail. Provide all electrical equipment and wiring as required.

D. As soon as permanent power and metering is available, the temporary power supply shall be disconnected and removed from the project site.

E. All temporary wiring shall meet the requirements of NEC Article 590 and the State Industrial Commission.

3.6 POWER OUTAGES:

A. All power outages required for execution of this work shall occur during non-standard working hours and at the convenience of the owner. Any electrical service interruption will be coordinated at least 7 days in advance of the power shut-off. Include all costs for overtime work in bid. Coordinate all outages and proceed only after receiving authorization from the owner's representative. Keep all outages to an absolute minimum.

3.7 STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF MATERIALS:

A. Provide storage space for storage of materials and apparatus and assume complete responsibility for all losses due to any cause whatsoever. Lost or damaged materials will be replaced at no additional cost to owner. Do not store materials and apparatus in any public thoroughfare or in any area on the site where such storage would constitute a hazard to persons in the vicinity. Protect completed work, work underway, and apparatus against loss or damage.

3.8 EXCAVATING FOR ELECTRICAL WORK:

A. Verification: Prior to excavating, locate and protect existing utilities and other underground work in a manner which will ensure that no damage or service interruption will result from excavating and backfilling. Observe all State and Local codes prior to excavating. Do not disturb walls, footings, and other structural members in any way.

B. Protection: Provide barricades, warning signs, and illumination to protect persons from injury at

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excavations. Provide temporary coverings and heat as necessary to protect bottoms of excavations from freezing and frost action. Do not install electrical work on frozen excavation bases or subbases.

C. Coordination: Do not excavate for electrical work until the work is ready to proceed without delay.

D. Excavated Materials: Temporarily store excavated materials near excavation in manner which will not interfere with or damage excavation or other work. Dispose of and remove excavated materials which are either in excess of quantity needed for backfilling or do not comply with the requirements for backfill material.

E. Burial Depths: Burial depths must comply with NEC Section 300-5 (or State of Utah requirements, whichever is more stringent), unless noted otherwise on drawings.

F. Excavation Permits: Obtain all shut-down and excavation permits as may be required for proper completion of the work.

3.9 BACKFILL MATERIALS:

A. For buried conduits or cables (other than below slab-on-grade, or concrete-encased), provide 2" thickness of well-graded sand on all sides of conduits or cables.

B. For trench backfill to within 6" of final grade, provide soil material suitable for compacting to required densities.

C. For top 6" of excavation, provide top soil.

D. Backfill excavations in 8" high courses of backfill material, uniformly compacted to the following densities (percent of maximum density, ASTM D 1557), using power-driven hand-operated compaction equipment:

1. Lawn/Landscaped Areas: 85 percent for cohesive soils, 95 percent for cohesionless soils.

2. Paved Areas, other than roadways: 90 percent for cohesive soils, 95 percent for cohesionless soils.

E. Where subsidence is observable at electrical work excavations during project warranty period, remove surface, add backfill material, compact, and replace surface treatment. Restore surface to original condition.

3.10 LABELING:

A. Engraved black plastic laminated, with white-core labels, 1/16" thick, shall be permanently attached on both the interior and exterior the following electrical equipment:

1. Disconnect switches

2. Similar equipment.

B. The labels shall have 1/4" high, engraved letters, such as EF-1, AC-1, Panel A, etc.

3.11 CONCRETE BASES:

A. Housekeeping Pads: Unless otherwise noted, provide 4" high reinforced concrete bases for all floor-mounted or floor-standing electrical equipment, including but not necessarily limited to the

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following:

1. Transformers

2. Switchgear

3. Similar Equipment

B. Extend bases 6" beyond equipment or mounting rails on all sides or as shown on the drawings.

Not withstanding this requirement, coordinate with equipment manufacturer, shop drawings, and height of base to ensure compliance with NEC 380-82.

C. Concrete bases: Refer to Section 265200 – Exterior Area Lighting.

D. Transformer Pads: Provide and locate properly sized concrete pads for power company furnished pad mounted transformers in accordance with power company clearance requirements.

3.12 TESTS:

A. Notify engineer prior to all testing specified herein at least three business days prior to testing.

Engineer shall observe all tests to insure the proper operation of the electrical system.

3.13 PROJECT FINALIZATION AND START-UP:

A. Upon completion of the work, have each factory representative and/or subcontractor assist in start-up and testing of their respective systems.

B. Have each representative give personal instructions on operating and maintenance of their equipment to the owner's maintenance and/or operation personnel.

C. Have representatives certify each system with a written statement indicating that they have performed start-up and final check out of their respective systems.

3.14 FINAL REVIEW:

A. Have the project foreman accompany their reviewing parties and remove coverplates, panel covers, access panels, etc. as requested, to allow review of the entire electrical system.

3.15 TRAININGS:

A. Provide and implement a complete and comprehensive training program for Owner selected personnel as required by each section of the specifications.

A. All trainings to be coordinated through the Owner’s designated representative. As training sessions are completed, the trainer shall provide the Owner a document listing all the personnel who attended, received, and completed the training program.

B. All trainings shall be video recorded and a copy of each training (in MP4, MOV, or other format as preferred by the Owner) shall be submitted to the Owner at the end of the training session.

END OF SECTION 26 0001

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SECTION 26 0070

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR EQUIPMENT

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to work of this section.

B. This section is a Division 26 General Provisions section, and is part of each Division 26 sections making reference to electrical connections.

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

A. Extent of electrical connections for equipment include all final electrical connections for all equipment having electrical requirements including, but not necessarily limited to the following:

1. Equipment specified under all divisions of the contract. Refer to other divisions for specific electrical requirements.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. STANDARDS: Refer to Section 260001 – Electrical General Provisions as applicable.

B. SHOP DRAWINGS: Not required.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL:

A. Provide all materials for electrical connections including, but not necessarily limited to the following:

1. Raceways

2. Fittings

3. Conductors

4. Cords

5. Cord caps

6. Wiring devices

7. Pressure connectors

8. Lugs (CU-AL)

9. Electrical insulating tape

10. Heat-shrinkable tubing

11. Cable ties

12. Wire nuts

13. Other items and accessories as required.

B. Crimp on or slip-on type splicing materials designed to be used without wire stripping are not

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acceptable.

C. Power Distribution Blocks: Provide Square D Type LB or Equivalent.

D. Refer to other Division 26, 27, and 28 Sections for specification of electrical materials as applicable.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL:

A. Make electrical connections in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions, applicable requirements of NEC, NEMA Standards, and NECA's "Standards of Installation", and in compliance with recognized industry practices to ensure that products fulfill requirements.

3.2 CONNECTIONS:

A. Permanently Installed Fixed Equipment:

1. Install conductors in flexible conduit from junction box to equipment control panel or connection point.

2. Where such installations are subject to moisture, install in liquid-tight flexible conduit.

B. Movable equipment:

1. Provide wiring devices, cord caps, and multi-conductor cables as required.

C. Other methods as required by the NEC and/or as required by special equipment or field conditions.

D. Power Distribution Blocks: Unless noted otherwise on drawings, provide power distribution blocks only for tapping of feeders and branch circuits. Locate in junction box or gutter in NEMA ratings to suit application.

3.3 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS:

A. Obtain manufacturer's instruction and wiring diagram regarding electrical connections of each piece of equipment and provide connections in accordance therewith.

3.4 VERIFICATION OF LOAD CHARACTERISTICS:

A. Verify electrical load characteristics of all equipment prior to rough-in. Review respective shop drawings of all other Divisions and Owner's equipment manuals. Report any variances from electrical characteristics noted in the contract documents to the Architect/Engineer prior to rough-in.

B. Value of rough-in work, electrical equipment, etc. installed and/or purchased by the contractor not meeting equipment requirements shall be credited back to the owner.

END OF SECTION 26 0070

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SECTION 26 0110

CONDUIT RACEWAYS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to work of this section.

B. This section is a Division 26 General Provisions section, and is part of each Division 26sections making reference to conduit raceways.

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

A. Extent of raceways is indicated by drawings and schedules.

B. Types of raceways in this section include the followings:

1. Rigid Metal Conduit

2. PVC Externally Coated Rigid Steel Conduit

3. Intermediate Metal Conduit

4. Electrical Metallic Tubing

5. Flexible Metal Conduit

6. Liquid-tight Flexible Metal Conduit

7. Rigid Non-metallic Conduit

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Standards: Refer to Section 260001 – Electrical General Provisions as applicable. Provide conduit raceway installation in accordance with recommendations of the American Iron and Steel Institute "Design Manual on Steel Electrical Raceways", latest edition.

B. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in the manufacture of raceway of types and sizes required, whose products have been in satisfactory service for not less than three (3) years.

C. Shop Drawings: Not required.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 CONDUITS:

A. Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC): Provide zinc-coated, hot-dipped galvanized, rigid metallic conduit in accordance with Federal Specification WW-C-0581 and ANSI C80.1.

B. PVC Externally Coated Rigid Metal Conduit: Provide hot-dipped galvanized, rigid metallic conduit externally coated with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) in accordance with ANSI C80.1 and NEMA Std. Pub. No. RN 1.

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C. Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC): Provide hot-dipped galvanized, intermediate metal conduit in accordance with Federal Specification WW-C-581.

D. Electric Metallic Tubing (EMT): Provide electric metal tubing in accordance with Federal Specification WW-C-563 and ANSI C80.3.

E. Flexible Metal Conduit: Provide zinc-coated, flexible metal conduit in accordance with Federal Specification WW-C-566.

F. Liquid-Tight Flexible Metal Conduit: Provide liquid-tight, flexible metal conduit, constructed of single strip, flexible continuous, interlocked, and double-wrapped steel, galvanized inside and outside, coated with liquid-tight jacket of flexible Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC).

G. Rigid Non-Metallic Conduit: Provide rigid non-metallic conduit (PVC) in accordance with ANSI/NEMA TC 2, Type 1 for concrete encasement, Type 2 for direct burial.

2.2 FITTINGS:

A. Rigid Metal Conduit, Intermediate Metal Conduit, and PVC Externally Coated Rigid Metal Conduit: Provide fully-threaded, malleable steel fittings, rain-tight and concrete-tight as applicable. Provide double locknuts and metal bushings at all conduit terminations. Install OZ Type B bushings on conduits 1-1/4" and larger.

B. Electric Metallic Tubing: Provide insulated throat, non-indenter, set screw, malleable steel fittings. Screws must have a full set. Provide concrete-tight compression-type fittings in suspended slabs. All EMT fittings shall be fabricated from steel. Die-cast fittings or fittings made from pot metal shall not be allowed. Indenter type fittings are not acceptable. Install OZ Type B bushings on conduits 1" and larger.

C. Flexible Metal Conduit: Provide flexible metal conduit fittings in accordance with Federal Specification W-F-406, Type 1, Class 1, and Style A. Commercial "greenfield" not less than 1/2" diameter or as otherwise specified on drawings is acceptable.

D. Liquid-Tight Flexible Metal Conduit: Provide liquid-tight flexible metal conduit fittings in accordance with Federal Specification W-F-406, Type 1, Class 3, Style G.

E. Non-Metallic Conduit: Provide non-metallic conduit fittings (PVC) in accordance with ANSI/NEMA TC 3 to match conduit types and materials.

F. Expansion Fittings: OZ Type AX, or equivalent to suit application.

G. Sealing Bushings: Provide OZ Type FSK, WSK, or CSMI as required by application. Provide OZ Type CSB internal sealing bushings.

H. Cable Supports: Provide OZ cable supports for vertical risers, type as required by application.

2.3 SIZES:

A. Provide conduits in sizes as indicated in contract documents or as otherwise specified herein, but not less than 3/4".

PART 3 – EXECUTION

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3.1 GENERAL:

A. Install raceway and accessories in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions, applicable requirements of NEC, NEMA Standards, and NECA's "Standards of Installation", and in compliance with recognized industry practices to ensure that products fulfill requirements.

3.2 LOCATIONS:

A. Rigid Metal Conduit and Fittings: Use for conduit bends greater than 22 degrees where buried below grade or slab on grade. Install RMC where raceway passes vertically through slab-on-grade. Where raceways penetrate building, manholes, or vault walls and floors below grade, provide RMC for a minimum distance of 10' on the exterior side of the floor or wall. Use RMC for exposed runs where conduit is subject to moisture, weather, or mechanical injury. Use in hazardous locations in accordance with all NEC requirements.

B. Intermediate Metal Conduit and Fittings: Use for exposed runs where conduit is subject to moisture, weather, or mechanical injury. Use in hazardous locations in accordance with all NEC requirements.

C. Electric Metal Tubing and Fittings: Use for above-grade feeders, branch circuits, and signal and control circuit, unless specifically noted otherwise on drawings. Install in suspended slabs subject to local code requirements and fire rating considerations.

D. Flexible Metal Conduit and Fittings: Use as whips for lighting fixtures, fixed equipment where not exposed to weather of moisture, other devices where required by NEC, and as requested by the Engineer. Maximum length not to exceed 6', unless specifically approved by the Electrical Engineer.

E. Liquid-Tight Flexible Metal Conduit and Fittings: Use for connection to motor terminal boxes, fixed equipment where subject to moisture or weather, and other equipment subject to movement or vibration. Maximum length not to exceed 6', unless specified otherwise.

F. Rigid Non-Metallic Conduit and Fittings: Use for below-grade service entrances, feeders, branch circuits, and signal and control circuit, unless specifically noted otherwise on drawings.

Do not use above grade.

3.3 METHODS:

A. Maintain a minimum of 12" clearance between steam or hot water lines or other hot surfaces.

Where such clearance is impractical, insulate conduit with approved materials.

B. Install conduits parallel with or at right angles to lines of the structure. Route conduits symmetrically where possible.

C. Field bends and offsets shall be made without flattening, kinking, rippling or destroying the smooth internal bore or surface of the conduit and to not less than NEC minimum radius.

Conduit that shows signs of rippling or kinking shall not be installed. Conduits installed with wrinkles or kinks or otherwise in an unworkmanlike manner shall be replaced at no additional cost to owner.

D. Precaution shall be exercised to prevent accumulation of water, dirt or concrete in the conduits during the execution of the project. Conduits in which water or foreign matter has been permitted to accumulate shall be thoroughly cleaned or the conduits runs replaced where such accumulation cannot be removed by methods approved the engineer.

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E. Any conduit which pierces airtight spaces or plenums shall be sealed to prevent air leakage with mastic acceptable to the Architect.

3.4 BURIED CONDUITS:

A. Comply with all burial depths as defined in NEC Section 300-5. Bury all conduits at least 24" below grade, unless specifically indicated otherwise on drawings. Provide magnetic 6" wide “Yellow Warning" ribbon 12" directly above conduit and 6" below finished grade measured from the top of the conduit or duct bank. Where multiple small lines are buried in a common trench and do not exceed an overall width of 16", install a single marker.

B. Slope all conduits toward manholes or pull boxes for proper drainage. Use weep holes. Gravel drainage pockets are not permitted.

C. Coat all metal conduits with an approved asphaltic compound or wrap with two layers of PVC tape.

D. Under Concrete Slab on Grade: Horizontal conduit must be installed a minimum of 2” below the bottom of the concrete slab. Conduits should not be installed in concrete slabs.

E. Concrete Encasement: Where concrete-encasement is indicated on drawings, provide ductbank construction using red 5000 psi at 28 day strength concrete. Provide minimum 4" cover on all sides of exterior conduits. Provide conduit spacers where applicable. Coat all metal conduits with an approved asphaltic compound or wrap with two layers of PVC tape.

F. Where conduits are extended for future use, cap and clearly mark.

3.5 ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY:

A. Provide electrically continuous conduit systems throughout.

3.6 FIELD CUTS AND THREADS:

A. Cut all conduits square. Remove all sharp or rough edges and ream all burrs, inside and outside. Provide clean sharp threads on RMC and IMC.

B. Engage at least five full threads on all RMC and IMC fittings. Before couplings or fittings are attached, apply one coat of red lead or zinc chromate to male threads of RMC or IMC. Apply coat of red lead, zinc chromate or special compound recommended by manufacture to conduit where conduit protective coating is damaged.

3.7 CONDUIT ENDS:

A. Cap all spare conduits. Cap or plug conduit ends during construction to prevent entrance of foreign material.

3.8 ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER RACEWAY METHODS:

A. Comply with all requirement of the current six state ESR manual, the entire document can be found at the following web address for downloading and printing:

http://www.rockymountainpower.net/esr

B. The contractor shall provide all conduit systems for the required electrical utility work; raceway shall be PVC or RMC. All elbows shall be long-radius PVC, RMC, or fiberglass elbows complying with all ESR requirements. Sleeve conduits when conduit extends vertically through

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a paved surface. Provide 500 lb flat pull line or poly rope within each conduit. Proof all conduits with an 80% diameter mandrel witnessed by the Utility representative.

C. The contractor shall provide trenching, boring, backfill, compactions, and surface repair.

D. The contractor…