Attachment 06_Statement of Work (SOW).pdf

REPUBLIC AIRPORT

AIRPORT TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER

(FRG ATCT), E. FARMINGDALE, NY

INSTALLATION OF NEW MOTORIZED VEHICLE

GATE WITH CARD READER ACCESS, TWO-WAY

VIDEO INTERCOM SYSTEM, AND RELOCATION

OF AN ACCESS CONTROLLED PEDESTRIAN

GATE AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE FACILITY

AND THEIR INTEGRATION INTO THE EXISTING

SITE SECURITY SYSTEMS.

SPECIFICATION OF WORK

TITLE: Installation of a new motorized vehicle gate, gate operator, electronic security hardware, video intercom system, relocation of an existing pedestrian gate and existing electronic and mechanical security hardware, and integration into the existing site security system at FRG ATCT.

GENERAL: The contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, materials, services, insurance, and equipment necessary to perform the following work:

A. Demolition and disposal of two (2) existing manual chain link fence driveway gates and adjacent chain link fence sections as shown on the project drawings.

B. Removal of one (1) existing chain link fence pedestrian gate, including all gate hardware and security system hardware and reinstallation in a different location as shown on the project drawings.

C. Removal of one (1) mailbox, mailbox pedestal support and hardware used to install it through the chain link fence fabric and reinstallation in a different location on a new concrete foundation as shown on the project drawings.

D. Demolition and disposal of one section of 3’ W concrete sidewalk and construction of a new section of concrete sidewalk as shown on the project drawings.

E. Installation of one (1) new automated chain link vertical pivot gate and operator, card reader/intercom stanchion and associated security system hardware (card reader, video intercom, safety devices, ground loops, etc.) as shown on the project drawings.

F. Installation of new security chain link fence sections adjacent to the new gates to establish the new layout as indicated on the drawings.

G. Electrically grounding of all new chain link fence and gates and connection to the existing chain link fence counterpoise grounding system according to the project drawings, manufacturer’s requirements, this specification, and applicable FAA standards and orders.

H. Installation of a new electrical service/circuit in conduit from a power panel in the Engine Generator room through the facility to the exterior and then to the new vertical pivot gate operator as shown on the project drawings. Electrical connection of the new circuit conductors to the new gate operator.

I. Installation of new conduit and control/communication/low voltage power conductors for the new card reader, intercom, and vertical pivot gate from the security system panels through the facility to the exterior and then to a new underground utility enclosure for distribution as shown on the project drawings.

J. Interception of existing underground conduit with conductors for the existing pedestrian gate security devices and their relocation to the new underground utility enclosure for distribution as shown on the project drawings.

K. Installation of new conduit and new control/communication/low voltage power wiring from the underground utility enclosure to the relocated pedestrian gate, the new card reader/intercom stanchion and the new vertical pivot gate operator as shown on the project drawings. Connection of all wiring to devices as required.

L. Installation of new conduit and control/communication wiring from the security system panels to the secretary’s desk to for the new intercom and remote door release as shown on the project drawings. Connection of all wiring to devices as required.

M. Programming to fully integrate all security system hardware installed or reinstalled into the existing facility electronic security access system.

N. Providing a full test of the security system with FAA witnesses to include the devices installed under this contract and a portion of the existing devices to ensure correct system operation.

All work must be designed, engineered, furnished, installed, and tested in accordance with this specification, all manufacturer’s installation instructions and the following project drawings:

Project Drawings:

Drawing Number: Title:

C-1 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Existing Site Layout and Demolition Plan.

C-2 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security

Gate Modifications – New Site Layout Plan.

C-3 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security

Gate Modifications – Vertical Pivot Lifting Gate Details.

C-4 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security

Gate Modifications – Pedestrian Gate Details.

C-5 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Card Reader, Intercom Support & Details.

C-6 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Chain Link Fence Details.

C-7 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Mailbox and Walkway Plan and Detail.

C-8 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Fence Grounding Details 1.

C-9 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Fence Grounding Details 2.

E-1 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Base Building Ground Level Plan, Electrical, Control and Signal Plan.

Y-1 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport Security Gate Modifications – Device Connections EXP 1B.

AEA-E-29402 C4 Farmingdale (FRG) ATCT Republic Airport – Utility and Landscape Plans.

ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE. EXACT MEASUREMENTS ARE THE

RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR. ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN ON THE

DRAWINGS MUST BE VERIFIED BY THE CONTRACTOR BY ACTUAL

MEASUREMENTS IN THE FIELD.

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT:

A. General. Products used must be produced by manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of similar items and with a history of successful production acceptable to the Resident Engineer.

Deliver all materials in their original, unopened containers with product identification clearly legible on each container. Store in clean, dry spaces in a manner to prevent damage from any cause.

Store only under conditions recommended by the manufacturers. The Resident Engineer will give assistance as to available storage areas. The contractor must supply material safety data sheets for all applicable materials.

An appointed representative of the Federal Aviation Administration must be permitted at any time to take samples of the materials to be tested for conformance with this specification.

B. Government Supplied Materials. There will be no government supplied materials. All materials covered in this specification must be supplied by the contractor.

C. Submittals. All equipment and materials must be submitted to the Resident Engineer for approval prior to use in order to check conformance with these specifications. Bidders are required to submit manufacturers' detailed application specifications, catalog cut sheets, and product information sheets showing that the product proposed complies with this specification and all referenced specifications and standards. Submittals for the materials listed under all sections must be submitted within 10 calendar days after award of the contract and must include:

1. A complete material list showing all items proposed to be furnished and installed. The list must include manufacturer's name, and material and equipment identification such as style, type, or catalog number, to permit ready and complete identification.

2. Sufficient data to demonstrate that all such materials meet or exceed the specified requirements. A manufacturer's statement indicating complete compliance with the applicable Federal Specification or Military Specification will be acceptable proof of such compliance.

3. Specifications, installation instructions, and general recommendations from the materials' manufacturers showing applications and procedures under which it is proposed that the materials will be installed.

The Resident Engineer will review all submittals and will approve or disapprove them in writing.

Approval must not be construed as a complete check, but will indicate only that the general method of construction and detailing is satisfactory. Approval will not relieve the contractor of the responsibility for any error or omission which may exist. Use of any materials not expressly approved will be at the risk of the contractor.

D. Documentation. The contractor must submit the following documentation for approval or disapproval by the FAA:

1. Material Submittal Documentation. Submit all instruction books, operations and maintenance manuals, cut sheets and parts lists for all applicable materials and equipment.

The contractor must provide material safety data sheets (MSDS) for all applicable materials.

2. Contractor’s Health and Safety Program. The contractor must submit his or her company’s OSHA compliant Health and Safety Program that covers the contractor’s employees. The program must address health and safety issues that the contractor’s employees would be subject to while performing the work under this contract such as Confined Space Entry, Respiratory Protection, Hazardous Communication, etc.

E. Concrete and Associated Materials for Sidewalks and Foundations. Normal weight, Class A concrete must be used. Concrete must have a compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days with 3/4-inch maximum size aggregate consisting principally of natural rounded particles from standard aggregate sources available. Slump must not exceed 3 inches.

1. Portland Cement. Portland Cement, either Type I or Type II, conforming to Federal Specification SS-C-192.

2. Abrasive Aggregate. Abrasive aggregate must consist of not less than 55 percent aluminum-oxide or silicon- carbide abrasive ceramically bonded together to form a homogeneous material that will be sufficiently porous to provide a good bond with Portland Cement, or must be crushed, factory-graded emery aggregate, cubical or polyhedral in form, consisting of not less than 25 percent ferric oxide. The aggregate must be unaffected by freezing, moisture, or cleaning compounds. The aggregate must be well graded in size from particles retained on a No. 30 sieve to particles passing No. 8 sieve.

3. Air-Entraining Agents. Air-entraining agents must be provided and must conform to Corps of Engineers Specification CRD-C13. Concrete mixtures must have air content, by volume of concrete, of 5 to 7 percent. Air content must be based on measurements made on concrete mixture, at point of discharge from the mixer and must be determined in accordance with ASTM C231. Air entrainment must be produced by adding an air-entraining agent at the mixer. When necessary to increase the air content to within the specified range, additional air-entraining admixtures must be added.

4. Premolded Expansion Joint Material. Joint material must conform to ASTM Standard D 1751 or D 1752. Size and thickness as indicated on the drawings.

5. Bonding Adhesive. Adhesive for bonding fresh concrete to cured concrete, mixing and application or spreading must conform to AASHTO Designation M235, Class 1.

6. Joint Sealer. Sealer must conform to ASTM Standard D 1850.

7. Curing Materials.

a. Burlap. Burlap must conform to Federal Specification CCC-C-467.

b. Impervious Sheet Material for Curing. Material must conform to ASTM Standard C 171.

8. Deicing Chemical Protective Coating. The coating must be a linseed-oil mixture consisting of equal parts, by volume, of boiled linseed oil and either mineral spirits, naphtha, or turpentine. Commercially prepared linseed-oil mixtures formulated specifically for application against the action of deicing chemicals may be used except that emulsified mixtures are not acceptable.

9. Forms. Forms must be wood, plywood, metal, or other approved material, and must be of the grade or type suitable to obtain the kind of finish specified.

10. Form Oil. Form oil must be non-staining and must not cause softening of the concrete, impede the wetting of surfaces to be cured with water or curing compounds, nor be otherwise deleterious.

11. Form Ties. Form ties must be of an approved design, fixed or adjustable in length, and free of devices that will leave a hole larger than 7/8 inch in diameter in surface of concrete.

When form ties are used where discoloration of the concrete would be objectionable, the metal remaining after the removal of the external parts of the ties must be not less than one inch below the finished surface.

12. Steel Reinforcing Bars: Must conform to ASTM A 615. Sizes as indicated on the project drawings.

13. Welded Wire Fabric. Welded wire fabric must conform to ASTM A 185 and must be 6" x 6" - W2.9 x W2.9.

14. Water. Water must be clean, fresh, and free from injurious amounts of mineral and organic substances.

F. Chain Link Fence. All material used in the construction of chain link fence must be of the best commercial quality, suitable for the intended use. Material must be free from defects that could adversely affect the performance or maintainability of the individual components. All new fence materials must conform to the project drawings and must be of no less quality, size, dimensions, and durability than existing security fence materials. Any discrepancies must be reported to the Resident Engineer at the earliest possible time so that a determination can be made as to how to proceed.

G. Fence Electrical Grounding Materials. In order to accomplish electrical grounding of the fence, provide all materials required by the project drawings, this specification and all referenced specifications herein, particularly:

FAA Standard for Lightning and Surge Protection, Grounding, Bonding, and Shielding Requirements for Facilities and Electronic Equipment, FAA-STD-019, latest edition.

The following grounding materials will be required, at a minimum, per the FAA document noted above:

1. 4/0 AWG bare stranded copper cables.

2. Flexible tinned copper bond straps, 1” x 1/8”.

3. 4/0 AWG flexible (welding) copper conductors.

4. 6 AWG stranded tinned copper conductors.

5. Copper or copper-clad steel ground rods, 10’ lengths, 3/4” diameters, rod cladding not less than 1/100” thick.

6. Exothermic welds.

H. Chain Link Vertical Pivot Gate. Chain Link Vertical Pivot Gate must be Model VPG2490 Vertical Pivot Gate System as manufactured by AutoGate, Inc., Berlin Heights, Ohio or an approved equal having the following salient characteristics:

1. Dimensions: Width: 25’0”.

2. Structural Performance: Engineer, fabricate, and install gate system to withstand gate dead loads and wind live loads of 75 mph.

3. Comply with applicable (Federal/State/Local) code and project standards and requirements of Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Comply and adhere to:

a. Operation Control Systems and Gate Panel Construction Standards outlined in UL 325 - Standard for Safety for Door, Drapery, Gate, Louver, and Window Operators and Systems and ASTM F2200 - Standard Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction.

b. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories in NFPA 70, Article 100.

c. Chain link Fencing and Gate Standards in Chain Link Fence Manufacturer's Institute "Specifications for Fence-Posts, Gates and Accessories" and install in accordance with ASTM F567.

4. Quality Assurance:

a. Gate Operator Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years documented experience producing systems specified in this section. Furnish UL 325 Listing Certification from the Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory for Gate Operator specified in this section.

b. Gate Panel Fabricator Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years documented experience in automated gate panel fabrication. Furnish detailed drawing of gate panel construction/fabrications that is in compliance with ASTM F2200.

5. Gate Operator must be designed for 120-volt 20 amp primary service and 24 Volt DC battery back-up with two (2) Group 24, sealed 12V, Marine Starting batteries. Connection must be via a 4” x 4” handy box inside the Operator.

6. Fabrication:

a. Fabricate frames of gates from aluminum tubing. Assemble gate frames by welding at corners. Infill gate frames with panels to match adjacent fence panels and project specifications.

b. Configuration: Size and space members in compliance with applicable codes and project specifications. All gate framing members must be unspliced single pipe or tube length.

c. Bracing:

1) Provide diagonal welded pipe gate trusses to prevent sag.

2) Cable Wind Bracing: Provide 3/16 aircraft coated cable anchored to the operator and at approximately 2/3 the length of the gate.

3) Masted Wind Bracing: Provide continuous tube elements which attach to the operator and extend the entire length of the gate. Wind bracing must also be secured to the bottom of the gate with strut plates.

d. Fully assemble gate leaves in the manufacturer’s shop with no joints, splices, or bolted sections. Open tube ends or sections are not acceptable.

e. Welding: Make exposed joints butt tight, flush, and hairline. Continuously seal joined members by continuous welds.

f. Fabricated frame and infill fabrics: Unpainted mill finish fabric to match fence line and project specifications.

g. Barbed wire assemblies: Extend gate post and vertical frame members 12 inches above top of chain-link fabric.

h. Provide components required for receiving yoke anchorage of gate ends.

Fabricate anchors and related components of material and finish matching gate frame.

7. Gate Operators:

a. Provide gate operator system, including gate operator, field supplied manufacturer recommended batteries, external entrapment B1 type non-contact sensing devices and external entrapment B2 type contact sensing devices.

1) Gate Speed: Fully open to fully closed and fully closed to open not less than 10-12 seconds.

2) Frequency of Use: Continuous duty. In case of power failure, a battery system using 2 - Group 24, 12 Volt, marine starting batteries must operate gates for a minimum of 24 hours. Normal operation occurs when power resumes.

3) Battery Powered Back Up DC Drive System: Operator must run on a 24 Volt DC current integral power supply with stand-by battery system with built-in battery maintainer and "over-charge" protection.

a) Field supplied: Provide two (2) 12v batteries, complying with gate operator manufacturer’s requirements (Group 24, 12 Volt, Sealed Marine Starting).

b) Power supply to operator: 120VAC (20 Amp).

4) Gate Operator Enclosure: Fabricate operator enclosure from steel tubing and sheet metal. Continuous seal weld all frames seams with welds ground smooth. Screwed frames are not acceptable.

a) Frame: 2” Sq., 11 Ga. (.120) Steel Tubing

b) Skins: 18 Ga. Galvannealed Sheet

c) Doors: 14 Ga. Galvannealed Sheet

d) Mounting Pads: 3” wide x 3/8” thick 304 Stainless Steel.

e) Finish: Operator skin color: Shop-applied PPG Sprayed Enamel exceeding 1000 hrs. salt spray test. Color: Grey.

5) Mechanical Gate Operator Drive:

a) 24 VDC high torque gear motor and DBL reduction DBL “V” belt design.

b) Integral right-angle anti-back drive and locking preventing falling and unauthorized motor operation.

c) Hydraulic components of any kind are not acceptable.

6) Control Circuitry: Solid state control board in an electrical enclosure.

Sealed gate position sensor to ensure weather and moisture-proof integrity.

Boards must be tested to –40º F.

a) Internal Operator Factory Wiring: 16 & 18 Ga. single conductor.

Copper w/electrolytic copper compression terminals tin-plated for maximum corrosion prevention.

b) Accessories. All accessories required for correct operation of the mechanical gate for this specific application must be supplied and installed. Provide the accessory manufacturer’s documentation and comply with the installation and specific wiring instructions therein.

b. Gate Operator System must be Listed to UL 325 Class IV and the gate panel must be fabricated in accordance with ASTM F2200.

1) Type A Entrapment Sensing Device - Operator must have inherent gate position and speed sensing system as part of the gate operator system. Type A must be constructed such that it may not be removed or bypassed.

2) Operator must have provision for connection of the facility access control system and must be supplied with external entrapment sensing devices specified hereinafter.

c. External Entrapment Sensing Device: Provide the following external entrapment protection devices as appropriate for the specific site conditions to address all potential entrapment zones. All entrapment areas/zones must be identified by the installer and have physical restrictions of pedestrian access such as fence sections or barrier screening preventing reach through or standing in the entrapment zone, or the installer must supply additional external entrapment protection devices to protect pedestrians in all entrapment areas.

The same type of device must not be utilized for both entrapment protection means.

Use of a single device to cover both the opening and closing directions is in accordance with the requirement; however, a single device is not required to cover both directions. A combination of one Type B1 for one direction and one Type B2 for the other direction is the equivalent of one device for the purpose of complying with the requirements of either the primary or external entrapment protection means.

1) Photo Beams Type B1 - Non-contact sensor. Known acceptable products:

a) EMX Industries Model#: IRB-MON Transmitter / receiver type

b) EMX Industries Model#: IRB-RET Retro-reflective type

c) OMRON E3K-R10K4

2) Safety Edges (Contact Edges) Type B2 - Contact sensor (edge device or the equivalent). Known acceptable products:

a) ASO GmbH Model 15-10

b) ASO GmbH Model 45

c) Miller Edge Model CPT 233

d. Other equipment to be provided:

1) Provide surge and spike protection as recommended by the gate manufacturer. Known acceptable manufacturer: Ditek Corporation.

2) Provide Audible/Audible-Visual Warning Device(s) activated when gate is in motion.

8. Control Systems: Provide basic dry contact control system compatible with the pivot gate manufacturer.

a. Operation control system:

1) Gate operation control system will be via existing security system equipment as indicated in the drawings.

2) Card reader: Functions only when authorized card is presented. Provide card reader manufactured by Veridt Inc., Model: Stealth Dual Lite.

3) Vehicle loop detector. Provide and install as recommended by the pivot gate manufacturer and the project drawings.

4) Vehicle presence detector. Provide and install as recommended by the pivot gate manufacturer and the project drawings.

b. Provide open/close/emergency stop button in an outdoor weather tight enclosure with a top hinged lid mounted on the gate enclosure in a location away from any portion of the moving gate or operator and in a position so as to discourage reaching through the gate and to avoid all possible entrapment circumstances per UL 325.

9. Accessories.

a. Provide ADA compliant audible and visible warning device to signal both directions when the gate is opening and closing.

b. Provide UL 325 compliant warning signs visible on each side of gate.

c. Provide retro-reflective tape on gate frame (MUTCD, FHWA, etc. compliant)

d. Solenoid Lock System: Provide electromagnetic solenoid system that latches to prevent internal components from allowing the gate to be opened from its secure closed position. Must engage/disengage when an authorized command is sent to the gate operator or if the system is manually bypassed after gaining secure entry into the operator.

e. Heat Mat: Provide thermostatically controlled heat mat for the “throat” area of the operator to melt any buildup of snow.

10. Materials for operator support. Gate operator must be supported on a concrete foundation as depicted in the drawings. Expansion bolts for mounting the operator to the foundation must be threaded or wedge type, galvanized ferrous castings, ASTM A47 malleable iron or ASTM A27 cast steel, size as required by the vertical pivot gate manufacturer.

I. Two-Way Video Intercom System. Two-way video intercom system must be the KB series color-tilt video entry system as manufactured by the Aiphone Corporation or an approved equal having the following salient characteristics.

1. Master Station with Monitor: Audio-video entry security intercom.

a. Supports:

1) 3 color video door stations.

2) 5 room stations with monitor with tilt camera control.

b. Power: 24 V DC

c. Call-in from Door Stations: Unique chimes for each station.

d. Communication:

1) Simultaneous with handset.

2) Handset by initiating caller with hands-free reply from room station internally called.

e. Power switch.

f. Handset.

g. Microphone.

h. Speaker.

i. Video Monitor:

1) Minimum 4-inch direct-view TFT color LCD.

2) Minimum Scanning Lines: 525.

j. “All Call” button.

k. “Monitor” button: Instantly turns on audio and video of door station, to monitor hands free, or to extend while communicating.

l. Station selector button.

m. Door release button.

n. Tilt Control Button: Move door camera vertically from 0 degrees to approximately 40 degrees.

o. Door call-in LED 1, 2, 3.

p. Screen brightness control.

q. Monitor Control: Adjust audio monitor volume of door station.

r. “Tone” Control Button: Adjusts chime tone and receive volumes.

s. Housing: ABS plastic.

t. Desk Stand.

u. Operating Temperature: 32 degrees F to 104 degrees F (0 degrees C to 40 degrees C).

2. Color-Tilt Video Door Station:

a. Mounting: Single-gang surface mount.

b. Connect maximum of 3 per system.

c. Power, Approximate:

1) Maximum: 22 V DC, supplied by master station.

2) Standby: 12 V DC.

d. Communication: Simultaneous in open voice.

e. Microphone.

f. Speaker.

g. Camera: 1/4-inch color CCD.

h. Night Viewing.

1) Maximum of 1 foot (30 cm) in front of camera: White LED light projects maximum of 1 foot (30 cm) away.

2) Background over 1 foot (30 cm): Cannot be seen.

i. Call button with locator LED.

j. Tamper-proof screw cover.

k. Weather resistant.

l. Housing: ABS plastic.

m. Color: Gray.

n. Operating Temperature: 14 degrees F to 140 degrees F (minus 10 degrees C to 60 degrees C).

J. Electrical Materials. Any wiring and electrical materials required to perform the work in this specification such as conduit, conductors, fence grounding, etc. must be supplied by the contractor. All electrical materials required must conform to:

• National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, latest edition.

• Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. Listing Service.

• NFPA National Fire Codes.

• State and Local Building and Fire Codes.

• FAA Construction Specification for Premises Wiring, FAA-C-1217, latest edition.

• FAA Standard for Lightning and Surge Protection, Grounding, Bonding, and Shielding

Requirements for Facilities and Electronic Equipment, FAA-STD-019, latest edition.

• Any other applicable federal, state or local codes.

Copies of the FAA documents will be provided upon request.

In case of discrepancies the matter must be promptly submitted to the Resident Engineer who will make a determination. An adjustment by the contractor without such a determination will be at his own risk and expense.

1. Electrical Conduit, Supports and Fittings. All conductors must be installed in conduit.

Size must be a minimum of 3/4”, type must be EMT, rigid galvanized steel, rigid PVC, PVC coated rigid galvanized steel or flexible sealtight as required for the specific application by the FAA specifications and standards listed above.

2. Electrical Conductors. All conductors must be of an appropriate type and size as allowable by the manufacturer and NEC or FAA standards, whichever is most stringent.

3. Fence Grounding Materials. All fence grounding materials must conform to the project drawings and be as required for the specific application by the FAA specifications and standards listed above.

INSTALLATION AND EXECUTION:

A. General. All materials must be installed according to the manufacturer's written instructions, standard industry practices and methods, all applicable laws, codes, and standards, and as outlined below. The contractor must obtain approval from the Resident Engineer of all methods to be used in performing this work. Use of any methods without prior approval will be at the contractor’s risk and expense.

B. Discrepancies. Discrepancies found between the drawings, the specifications or the standards must be promptly submitted to the Resident Engineer who will make a determination.

An adjustment by the contractor without such a determination will be at his own risk and expense.

C. Work Area Clearances. It will be the contractor's responsibility to secure, through the FAA Resident Engineer, necessary clearances of work areas, and equipment and material storage areas, including any time limitations upon the use of such areas. It will be the contractor's responsibility to restrict his personnel to the designated work areas at all times. The contractor will be responsible for relocation and/or re-scheduling of his work force in the event of an operational request to clear a critical area.

D. Safety and Liability. The contractor must be responsible for his/her employees and his/her subcontractor's employees, for strict observance of all rules and regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), applicable FAA authorities, and other governing authorities during the performance of this contract. The contractor will be required to make certain that his employees observe all local FAA rules and regulations governing the movement and parking of equipment and vehicles on FAA property.

1. Contractor’s Health and Safety Program. The contractor must have an OSHA compliant Health and Safety Program for his or her employees. The program must address health and safety issues that the contractor’s employees would be subject to while performing the work under this contract such as Confined Space Entry, Hazardous Communication, etc. A copy of this program must be submitted to the FAA Resident Engineer for review.

E. Protection.

1. General. The contractor must be responsible for the performance and enforcement of all forms of protection of persons, property, and work. Adjacent areas of the work area will be occupied during the procession of the work. When needed, the contractor must provide barriers in order to direct the traffic flow of personnel. Building personnel and equipment present as work is being performed must be completely protected from any dust, dirt, or debris caused by the work. It will be the contractor's responsibility to locate and protect all utility lines from damage, underground and otherwise. The FAA will assist in locating utility lines through the use of drawings only. If underground utility lines are present in any work area it is the contractor’s responsibility to coordinate professional mark-out services to locate such lines. All damage caused by the contractor to existing utilities must be repaired by the contractor at his own expense. If existing surfaces, materials or equipment are damaged or defaced during the process of dismantling, demolition or installation, they must be repaired or replaced with like or other approved materials and returned to equal or better than existing conditions and/or appearance, at no additional cost to the Government. At the end of each work day it will be the contractor's responsibility to clean all work areas and store all materials.

2. Protection of Existing Air Traffic Control Facility. The work required is to be performed within an existing Air Traffic Control operation. This facility will remain in operation twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. The contractor must perform all his work in such a manner so as not to endanger the operation of the facility. Extremely sensitive electronic equipment will be in use by personnel in various rooms as the work under this contract is being performed. The contractor must ensure that these personnel are protected from excessive noise, odors, fumes, dust or debris produced from this work.

Extra-clean work practices must be employed by the contractor. The complete protection of equipment and personnel is essential while the work is being performed.

If feasible, the contractor might be required to perform some aspects of the work in another room to minimize disruptions to personnel and room environments. The FAA Resident Engineer will be able to provide further direction in this matter.

3. Special Precautions. The contractor must protect against any movement or settlement of existing or new construction, and install barriers and/or control elements to protect against air, smoke, water, noise and vibration.

4. Perimeter Physical Security. The site perimeter must be fully secured at the end of each work day to a similar level of protection that was existing prior to the work. Provide temporary security fencing and gates and connect to existing perimeter security fencing to accomplish.

F. Qualification of Contractor and Installers. The installing contractor and any subcontractors must be licensed, regularly engaged in the performance of installing all equipment and materials indicated in this specification, have five (5) or more years of experience as such, and whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance. The contractor must submit proof of licensing, qualification, references, and other similar jobs, with his bid. The contractor and installers must be thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary skills for proper execution of the work and thoroughly familiar with the specified requirements.

G. Removal of Existing Materials. Existing equipment and materials that are required to be removed in order to install new equipment and materials noted in this contract must be removed in their entirety, inclusive of all accessories and ancillary components no longer required.

H. Concrete Placement and Related Work.

1. Removal of Topsoil and Subgrade Preparation. Topsoil must be removed, transported, stockpiled and placed at the direction of the Resident Engineer on the facility grounds. The completed subgrade and forms must be wetted immediately in advance of placing concrete.

Subgrade must be free from frost, thoroughly compacted, and maintained until concrete is placed.

2. Formwork. Forms must be smooth on the side placed next to concrete and must have a true upper edge. Forms must be rigid enough to withstand the placement pressure of fresh concrete without distortion. Wood forms must be 2-inch nominal thickness. Forms must be cleaned and coated with form oil each time before concrete is placed. Wood forms may be thoroughly wetted with water instead of oil, except during periods of probable freezing temperatures when oiling will be mandatory. Forms must be held rigidly in place by stakes.

Stakes must be placed in intervals not to exceed 5 feet. Clamps, spreaders, and braces must be used where required to insure rigidity in the forms. Benders or thin plank forms may be used on curves or grade changes. All forms must not be removed in less than 12 hours after the concrete finishing has been completed. Forms must not be removed while concrete is sufficiently plastic to slump in any direction. All form work must conform to American Concrete Institute Standard ACI 318.

3. Joints.

a. Weakened Plain Joints. Joints must be scored. Scored joints must be constructed to a depth of at least 1/4 of the concrete thickness with a tool which will leave the corners rounded and insure free movement of concrete at the joint. Weakened plain joints must not exceed 6 foot intervals.

b. Expansion Joints. Joints must be 1/4-inch wide, and filled with premolded expansion joint filler material cut and shaped to the concrete cross section. Joint filler must be installed with the top edge 1/4 inch below the surface of concrete and retained with steel pins or other devices to prevent warping of the filler during floating and finishing. After curing period, expansion joints must be thoroughly cleaned and filled to the surface of concrete with joint sealer. Application of sealer must conform to the manufacturer's recommendations. Excess sealer on exposed surfaced must be removed immediately. Sealer must not be applied when the joint is wet or concrete temperature is below 50 degrees F. Expansion joints must be constructed at not less than 20 foot intervals.

4. Preparation for Concrete Placing. Water must be removed from excavations before concrete is deposited. Hardened concrete, debris, and other foreign materials must be removed from the interior of forms and from the inside of mixing and conveying equipment. Runways for buggies or wheelbarrows must not be supported on reinforcement.

5. Concrete Reinforcement. Steel reinforcement including welded wire fabric must be free from rust scale or other coatings and be accurately placed and properly secured in position.

6. Concrete

a. Surface Requirements. Finish slab surfaces must have a broomed finish.

Brooming must be transverse to the line of traffic and if water is necessary, it must be applied to the surface immediately in advance of brooming.

b. Placement and Finishing. Unless otherwise specified, placing of concrete must conform to American Concrete Institute Standard ACI 318. During cold weather, mixing and placing of concrete must conform to the recommendations of ACI 306.

During hot weather, mixing and placing of concrete must conform to the recommendations of ACI 305. Apply bonding adhesive when bonding fresh concrete to cured concrete.

Place concrete at the place of final repose, and do not horizontally transport significant amounts of the mix. Concrete having attained initial set or having contained water for more than 45 minutes must not be used in the work. Concrete must not be dropped freely more than 3 feet. Use immersion vibrators for concrete in foundations to eliminate air bubbles and pockets. Concrete for sidewalks must be placed in one layer, 5 inches thick. Use only a roller screed for compaction and leveling. Do not use screen or mesh tampers. Roller screed may have a serrated or patterned surface. Hand float surface using wood, magnesium, or plastic floats to a surface tolerance of 3/16 inch in 10 feet in any direction. Concrete adjacent to joints must be finished with an edging tool. The surface of sidewalks must be scored into rectangles of not less than 10 square feet nor more than 20 square feet. The scoring tool must leave the edges rounded.

7. Curing. Immediately after the finishing operations, the exposed concrete surfaces must be cured by one of the following methods:

a. The entire exposed surface must be covered with mats of cotton or with two or more layers of burlap having a combined weight of 14 ounces or more per square yard when dry. Mats must overlap each other 6 inches. The mats must be thoroughly wetted with water before placing over concrete. Mats must be kept in intimate contact with concrete and saturated for at least 7 days.

b. The entire exposed surface must be wetted with a fine spray of water and covered with a white impervious sheet material. Sheets must be laid directly on the concrete surface with the light colored side up and overlapped 12 inches when a continuous sheet is not used. The sheet material must be not less than 18 inches wider than the concrete surfaces to be cured and securely weighted down with heavy planks or moist earth along the edges and laps. Damaged sheet material must be repaired or replaced immediately if torn or otherwise damaged during curing period. The curing sheet material must remain on the concrete surface for at least 7 days.

8. Deicing Chemical Protective Coating. Protective coating must be applied in two applications. Concrete must be surface dry and thoroughly cleaned before each application.

Coverage must not be more than 50 square yards per gallon for first application and not more than 70 square yards per gallon for second application, except that the number of applications and coverage for each application for commercially prepared mixtures must be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

9. Protection of Concrete Work. The completed concrete work must be protected from damage until accepted. Damaged concrete must be removed and replaced between scheduled joints and discolored concrete must be thoroughly cleaned.

10. Backfilling. After curing period, debris must be removed and the area adjoining concrete work must be backfilled, graded, compacted and all grass areas restored with seed or sod to conform to the surrounding area.

I. Chain Link Fence. All new fence work must be constructed in accordance with the project drawings including all details and as specified herein using new materials. Any discrepancies must be reported to the Resident Engineer at the earliest possible time so that a determination can be made as to how to proceed. Prior to the beginning of the work, the contractor must locate the position of the work by establishing and marking the proposed installation lines.

The Contractor must conform the fence to the general contour of the ground surface. Where this is not feasible such as at locations of small natural or drainage ditches, the contractor must span any opening below the fence with barbed wire fastened to stakes of the required length. The finished fence must be plumb, taut, true to line and ground contour, and complete in every detail as specified in the drawings.

J. Electrical Fence Grounding. New and relocated chain link security fence and gates must be electrically grounded according to the project drawings, this specification and the following:

FAA Standard for Lightning and Surge Protection, Grounding, Bonding, and Shielding Requirements for Facilities and Electronic Equipment, FAA-STD-019, latest edition.

A new underground counterpoise (ground cable and ground rods) must be installed for the new and relocated chain link fence and gates as per the drawings. It must be electrically connected via exothermic welds to the existing counterpoise grounding system. The existing underground counterpoise must be located by the contractor.

K. Chain Link Vertical Pivot Gate.

1. Examination.

a. Installer's Examination: Examine conditions under which construction activities of this section are to be performed and ensure all specified criteria is adhered to.

b. Submit written notification to Resident Engineer and system manufacturer if such conditions are unacceptable or in question.

c. Beginning installation constitutes installer's acceptance of conditions.

2. Electrical Service & Controls. Coordinate electrical service with electrical design and electrical trades. Service connection must be supplied via underground conduit as depicted in the drawings and must include a GFCI circuit breaker. Connection must be made into a 4” x 4” handy box inside the operator. Within the box wire GFCI Duplex Receptacle “HOT” off of the main breaker.

a. Provide all power and control wiring required for the work in accordance with the applicable provisions of Division [26] [16] and NEC 70.

b. Perform all trenching and backfilling associated with this Section. Conduit must be direct buried except under areas of vehicular traffic where it must be reinforced concrete encased.

c. Grounding system: All equipment and branch circuits must be grounded. Provide driven ground rod at service per installation manual, local code, and project requirements. Provide separate ground wire in all branch circuits.

3. Pads & Receiving Yokes.

a. Foundations: Construct pads and yoke bases as indicated on the drawings with top of concrete flat and level.

b. Excavation:

1) Locate concrete foundations for operator base on firm, undisturbed soil.

2) Yoke Excavation: Drill or hand-excavate holes.

c. Vibrate or tamp concrete for consolidation. Finish top of foundations, smooth and even. Cure concrete 72 hours before place operator.

d. Fasteners: Install operators and receiving yoke plates with expansion bolts or hardware provided or recommended by the gate system manufacturer.

4. Operator Installation.

a. Install units in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

1) Operator Expansion Bolt Mounting: Anchor through operator footpad holes to concrete substrate only after operator final position on pad has been confirmed for exact site needs and operation.

2) Install all loose shipped operator lower panels, debris shields, screening, and guarding per manufacturer instructions.

b. External Entrapment Sensing Device: Installer will be responsible for providing, installing, and testing all external entrapment protection devices as appropriate for the specific site conditions to protect pedestrians in all potential entrapment zones.

Identifying all potential entrapment zones and the proper operation of these safety devices must be verified and training as to the operation and maintenance of these devices for the users and owners must be conducted and documented.

c. ADA compliant audible and visible warning device. Program vertical lift gate control board to activate the device(s) 1 to 5 seconds prior to gate movement to alert nearby pedestrians or security personnel.

5. Gate Installation.

a. Connect gate to operator in accordance with gate manufacturer’s instruction.

b. Install gate so that it is plumb and level when fully closed within the following tolerances:

1) Maximum misalignment from true position: 1/4 inch (6.0 mm).

2) Maximum misalignment between adjacent separated members: 1/8 inch (3.0 mm).

c. Signage. Ensure UL 325 compliant warning signs are visible on both sides of the gate in both the open and closed positions. Additional, non-factory supplied signage must be approved by gate manufacturer.

6. Adjusting.

a. Adjust and lubricate operating components for smooth, accurate operation free of binding and racking.

7. Start-up and Demonstration.

a. Manufacturer's Service Representative: Provide at least 2 hours of manufacturer's representatives time for start-up and initial operation. Make a final check of each gate operation with Owner's personnel present and immediately before date of substantial completion or commissioning.

b. Instruct Owner's personnel in proper use, operation, hazards, and maintenance of gate. Review emergency provisions, including procedures to be followed if gate does not close or open. Review and demonstrate manually opening and closing the gate system in the event of total loss of power.

c. Instruct Owner’s personnel in proper use, operation, and maintenance of all accessories and entrapment protection devices and provisions such as but not limited to: lights, vehicle presences systems, access controls, photo eyes, contact sensors, barrier screening or fencing, etc.

d. Train Owner's personnel in normal procedures to be followed in checking for sources of damage to wind bracing, operational failures, or malfunctions.

e. Full Wind Rating and Derating: Full wind load rating is subject to the wind bracing remaining in excellent condition and not compromised. Periodic inspection is a must in order to maintain full wind load rating. Any dents, bends, nicks and loose bolts will affect the performance of the bracing must be corrected or repaired.

f. Ensure that control systems and operating devices are functioning properly.

g. Fill out and sign manufacturer provided Gate Installation Checklist. Installer to retain copy for records. Provide copy to owner, general contractor, and the FAA.

8. Cleaning and Protection.

a. Remove dust or other foreign matter from component surfaces. Clean finishes in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Clean units in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

b. Protection: After installation, protect installed work until project completion.

1) Ensure that finishes and structure of installed systems are not damaged by subsequent construction activities.

2) If minor damage to finishes occurs, repair damage in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations; provide replacement components if repaired finishes are unacceptable to the Resident Engineer.

L. Two-Way Video Intercom System.

1. Installation.

a. Install color-tilt video entry system in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions at locations indicated on the Drawings.

b. Mount equipment plumb, level, square, and secure.

c. Do not apply joint sealants around door stations.

2. Adjusting.

a. Adjust color-tilt video entry system for proper operation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Demonstration and Training.

a. Demonstrate that color-tilt video entry system functions properly.

b. Perform demonstration at final system inspection by qualified representative of manufacturer.

4. Instruction and Training:

a. Provide instruction and training of Owner’s personnel as required for operation of color-tilt video entry system.

b. Provide hands-on demonstration of operation of system components and complete system, including user-level program changes and functions.

c. Provide instruction and training by qualified representative of manufacturer.

5. Protection:

a. Protect installed color-tilt video entry system from damage during construction.

M. Electrical Installation. All electrical work must conform to:

1. National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, latest edition.

2. NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, latest edition.

3. Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. Listing Service.

4. NFPA National Fire Codes.

5. State and Local Building and Fire Codes.

6. FAA Construction Specification for Premises Wiring, FAA-C-1217, latest edition.

7. FAA Standard for Lightning and Surge Protection, Grounding, Bonding, and Shielding Requirements for Facilities and Electronic Equipment, FAA-STD-019, latest edition.

8. Any other applicable federal, state or local codes.

Copies of the FAA documents will be provided upon request.

In case of discrepancies the matter must be promptly submitted to the Resident Engineer who will make a determination. An adjustment by the contractor without such a determination will be at his own risk and expense.

Conduit and conductors must be installed in concealed locations above the suspended ceiling and in the walls and must be connected to circuits as shown on the drawings. Adequately support all conduit runs.

N. Documentation. The contractor must supply three (3) copies…