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RML Comparative Medicine Center Vivarium Hamilton, Montana

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Volume 3 - Div 21-33

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A&E NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH (NIH)

A/E TASK NO. 75N99020F00001 RML COMPARATIVE MEDICINE CENTER (RCMC) VIVARIUM

A/E CONTRACT NO. HHSN292201400006I ROCKY MOUNTAIN LABORATORIES (RML)

HAMILTON, MONTANA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS – VOLUME 3

The following listed documents comprise the VOLUME 3, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (DIVISIONS 21-33) Project Manual for RML Comparative Medicine Center (RCMC) Vivarium Building B, Rocky Mountain Laboratories, Hamilton, Montana. Numbering of Divisions conforms to CSI Format for Building Specifications; Divisions and Sections not appearing are not applicable.

Reference VOLUME 1, (DIVISIONS 00-01) Project Manual for the RML Comparative Medicine Center (RCMC) Vivarium Building B.

Reference VOLUME 2, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (DIVISIONS 02-14) Project Manual for the RML Comparative Medicine Center (RCMC) Vivarium Building B.

SPECIFICATIONS GROUP

Facility Services Subgroup

DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 10 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

22 00 00 GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR PLUMBING

22 05 17 PLUMBING AND PIPING ACCESSORIES

22 05 23 VALVES

22 05 29 SUPPORTS, ANCHORS AND BASES

22 05 53 PIPING AND EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION

22 07 19 PLUMBING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION

22 11 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPE AND PIPE FITTINGS

22 11 16 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SYSTEM

22 11 17 SPECIAL WATER SYSTEMS

22 13 16 SOIL, WASTE AND DRAIN PIPING SYSTEM

22 13 17 LABORATORY WASTE AND VENT PIPING SYSTEMS

22 13 29 SANITARY SEWERAGE PUMPS

22 14 29 SUMP PUMPS

22 42 13 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND TRIM

22 62 19 LABORATORY VACUUM EQUIPMENT

22 63 13 LABORATORY AIR AND VACUUM PIPING

22 67 13 LABORATORY REVERSE OSMOSIS AND DEIONIZED WATER PIPING

22 67 19 LABORATORY REVERSE OSMOSIS AND DEIONIZED WATER

EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 23 - HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 00 00 GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR MECHANICAL WORK

23 05 13 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

23 05 14 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

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23 05 17 HVAC PIPING ACCESSORIES

23 05 23 VALVES

23 05 29 SUPPORTS, ANCHORS AND BASES

23 05 48 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC PIPING AND

EQUIPMENT

23 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING, EQUIPMENT AND DUCTWORK

23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING

23 07 13 23 80 00

MECHANICAL SYSTEMS INSULATION

COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS

23 09 00 BUILDING MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL SYSTEM

23 11 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPE AND PIPE FITTINGS

23 11 23 NATURAL GAS PIPING SYSTEMS

23 11 24 UNDERGROUND NATURAL GAS PIPING

23 21 13 HYDRONIC PIPING SYSTEMS

23 22 13 STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPING

23 23 00 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

23 31 13 DUCTWORK AND ACCESSORIES

23 34 00 23 36 00

FANS

TEMPERED AIR TERMINAL UNITS

23 57 00 HEAT EXCHANGERS FOR HVAC

23 73 13 23 73 14

MODULAR INDOOR CENTRAL STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

CUSTOM INDOOR CENTRAL STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

23 82 19 FAN COIL UNITS

23 82 39 UNIT HEATERS

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 00 00 GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK

26 05 13 MEDIUM VOLTAGE CABLES

26 05 19 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLE

26 05 20 ROOF GUTTER DEICING SYSTEM

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 33 RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 48 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 53 26 08 00 26 09 23

IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

AUTOMATIC LIGHTING CONTROLS SYSTEM

26 09 46

NETWORK INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL OF

ELECTROCHROMIC GLAZING

26 12 00 MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

26 22 00 LOW-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

26 23 00 LOW-VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR

26 24 13 SWITCHBOARDS

26 24 16 26 24 18

PANELBOARDS

ISOLATED POWER PANELBOARDS

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26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES

26 28 16 ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

26 33 46 26 33 50

BATTERY MONITORING SYSTEM

STATIC UNINTERUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY

26 41 13 LIGHTNING PROTECTION

26 49 10 SELECTIVE COORDINATION AND ARC FLASH STUDY

26 49 90 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TESTING

26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATION

27 05 36 27 08 00

CABLE TRAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

COMMISSIONING OF COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

27 15 01 DATA AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

27 51 17 27 53 19

SUPERVISED PAGING SYSTEM

DISTRIBUTED ANTENNA SYSTEM

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRONIC SECURITY

28 05 13 28 08 00

CONDUCTORS AND CABLES FOR ELECTRONIC SECURITY

COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY SYSTEMS

28 23 13 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC SECURITY

28 31 11 ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

31 23 23 FLOWABLE FILL

31 23 33 TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL FOR PIPELINES AND

APPURTENANT STRUCTURES

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 10 10 STREET EXCAVATION, BACKFILL, AND COMPACTION

32 11 16 SUB-BASE COURSE

32 11 23 CRUSHED BASE COURSE

32 12 13 ASPHALT PRIME AND/OR TACK COAT

32 12 16 ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT

32 16 05 CONCRETE SIDEWALKS

32 40 00 SURFACE RESTORATION

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

33 05 60 MANHOLES AND CLEANOUT CONSTRUCTION

33 10 00 WATER UTILITIES

33 30 00 SANITARY SEWERAGE

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FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 21 13 10 - 1

SECTION 21 13 10 - FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. Furnish and install an automatic sprinkler system to protect all areas of the building as indicated herein and as shown on the drawings. Connect system to a water supply of sufficient pressure to ensure full and sustained water discharge from sprinkler heads when opened by fire at rated heat temperatures.

Water supply shall conform to NFPA and Institute of Health water supply requirements with considerations given to the reliability of the public water supply, taking into account probable minimum pressure conditions.

B. All portions of the systems shall be installed in accordance with the drawings, details, and specifications and as required by jurisdictional authorities and codes. The position is taken that the Owner is entitled to a project which meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of nationally recognized fire protection standards. All efforts and installations shall be directed toward this end. Where there is conflict between the contract drawings and/or specifications, and the requirements of the jurisdictional authorities or codes, the conflict shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer at least ten (10) days prior to bidding or be resolved at no cost to the Owner. If the contractor has not identified conflicts to the Contracting Officer, he shall be responsible for complying with the most restrictive (expensive) methods.

C. The intent of these specifications is to describe the complete systems to be installed, including minor details of work or materials not specifically mentioned or shown, but necessary for the successful operation and completion of the installation.

D. Work to be performed under this section shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1. Automatic fire sprinkler systems.

a. Wet Pipe Fire Sprinkler System

1) Pipe and fittings.

2) Hangers and supports.

3) Earthquake bracing.

4) Valves.

5) Alarms.

6) Flow and Tamper Switches.

7) Specialties.

2. Manual Standpipe systems.

a. Class I Manual Wet Standpipe System

1) Pipe and fittings.

2) Hangers and supports.

3) Earthquake bracing.

4) Valves.

5) Alarms.

6) Flow and Tamper Switches.

7) Specialties.

E. Furnish and install an automatic fire protection system of type or types required in the following areas:

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1. Wet Pipe Fire Sprinkler System to protect all areas as indicated on the drawings. All areas shall be designed to 0.20 gpm/sf density over 1500 sf with a max sprinkler spacing of 130 sf per NIH requirements.

2. Class I Manual Wet Standpipe System to be located in each of the required exit stairways.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. All work performed under this section of the specifications shall be subject to the requirements of both the General and Special Conditions.

B. Related work specified elsewhere:

Painting Section 099120 Addressable Fire Alarm Systems Section 283111

C. Examine the above referenced specification parts thoroughly before submitting a proposal for accomplishment of work in this section.

1.3 REGULATORY AGENCIES

A. The term jurisdictional authority used in this section of the specification shall include, as applicable, but not be limited to the following:

1. National Institute of Health – Fire Protection Section

2. City of Hamilton – Building Department

B. The design and installation of all systems of fire protection shall conform to all requirements of applicable codes and publications herein defined:

1. International Building Code (2018)

2. International Fire Code (2018)

3. NFPA #13 (2019)

4. NFPA #14 (2019)

5. NFPA #25 (2017)

6. NFPA #45 (2019)

7. NFPA 72 (2019)

8. NFPA #101 (2018)

9. NFPA #150 (2016)

10. NIH Design Requirements Manual (2016)

11. Underwriters' Laboratories

12. American Society of Testing Materials

13. American National Standards Institute

14. Occupational Safety and Health Administration

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. General

1. The successful Contractor shall provide submittal data as required under other portions of this specification. Submittals shall conform to the instructions set forth in the General and Special Conditions of these specifications entitled Shop Drawings and Submittals.

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2. Work on the project shall not begin until submittals have been accepted by the Contracting Officer.

B. Shop Drawings

1. Submit six (6) sets of shop drawings (floor plans - detailed working drawings), showing dimensions, ducts, lights, or other items affecting the fire protection systems shall be submitted to jurisdictional agencies for review and approval. All items identified in NFPA #13 for proper working drawings shall be complied with. The Contracting Officer will reject all submittals not in compliance.

2. Shop drawings shall be prepared in AutoCAD or compatible software.

3. Contracting Officer’s review will be for general location only. It will be the Contractor's responsibility to check his drawings for interferences and to do shop fabrication from measurements taken at the job site.

C. Catalog/Product Information

1. Six (6) sets of full catalog information shall be submitted for approval for all materials intended for use on this project. Catalog information indicating more than one item shall be highlighted to clearly indicate the proposed equipment.

D. Hydraulic Calculations

1. Six (6) sets of hydraulic calculations shall be submitted for approval. Calculations shall be provided to substantiate the pipe sizes shown on shop drawings. Should the Contracting Officer question the pipe size for any area, the Contractor shall provide additional calculations to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer.

E. Installer’s Qualifications

1. All systems of fire protection shall be installed by a licensed (for the location of installation) Fire Protection Contractor, fully experienced in fire protection installation as required and specified herein.

2. All installers shall be competent and shall hold an endorsement by the State of Montana. Prior to beginning work, current Contractor’s and Installer’s license and endorsements shall be on file with the Department of Commerce Professional and Occupational Licensing Bureau (301 South Park, P.O. Box 200513, Helena, MT 596200513).

3. Fire Protection Contractors may be required to provide in writing specific information as to successfully completed projects and references to show cause as to why they should be considered acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

F. Close-Out

1. Record Drawings required per paragraph 1.6 and Operation and Maintenance Manuals required per paragraph 1.7, shall be submitted for approval.

1.5 JOB CONDITIONS

A. The Contractor shall investigate the structural, mechanical, electrical, and finished conditions affecting the piping, and shall arrange the equipment accordingly; furnishing required fittings, offsets and accessories. Route fire protection piping to avoid interference with lights, duct work and drain piping. In the event it becomes necessary to make field changes in pipe locations due to building construction, the Contractor shall consult with the Contracting Officer before making any changes. Any such changes required shall be made without added cost to the Owner.

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B. The Contractor shall determine, and be responsible for, the proper locations and type of inserts for hangers, chases, sleeves, and other openings in the construction required for fire protection work, and shall obtain this information well in advance of the construction progress to avoid delay of the work.

C. The drawings indicate approximate locations of sprinkler heads and conceptual routing of piping.

Contractor is responsible for final locations and routing. Contractor shall review all contract documents including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc. for actual contract conditions.

Backgrounds used for fire protection documents are not contractual and are intended for schematic use only.

D. All fees and permits specifically required for fire protection work, not obtained by others as specified elsewhere shall be applied for and paid for by this Contractor.

1.6 RECORD DRAWINGS

A. One approved set of drawings shall be maintained on the job at all times.

B. One set of “As-Built” drawings shall be kept on the job at all times. “As-Built” drawings shall be kept current daily. “As-Built” drawings shall be available at all times to Contracting Officer for review and use.

C. One reproducible set of “As-Built” drawings shall be provided to the Contracting Officer upon completion of the work.

1.7 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Three (3) sets of operating and maintenance instructions shall be provided the Owner upon completion.

Manuals shall include, as a minimum, the following:

1. “As-Built” Drawings

2. Hydraulic Calculations

3. Catalog cut sheets of all materials installed

4. Equipment maintenance manuals

5. Acceptance Test Certificate

6. Certification of Owner Training

7. Contractor Guarantee and Warranty

8. “As-Built” AutoCAD drawing (.dwg) file or equal on CD

B. One (1) copy of NFPA #25 (2008) shall be provided to the Owner.

1.8 TRAINING

A. The Fire Protection Contractor shall instruct the Owner in the operation of the systems. Instruction shall continue until the Owner is fully satisfied that he understands the operation of his system.

B. Contractor shall obtain Owner’s dated signature that all training has been accomplished and is acceptable to the Owner.

1.9 GUARANTEES AND WARRANTIES

A. The Fire Protection Contractor shall guarantee to the Owner in writing, all equipment and workmanship

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for a period of one (1) year after the fire protection system has been placed in continuous service and has been accepted by all authorities having jurisdiction.

B. The Fire Protection Contractor shall not be held responsible for improper or negligent maintenance by the Owner after operating and maintenance indoctrination has been given the Owner.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM EQUIPMENT

A. Where contract documents indicate specific model number or manufacturer; Contractor may substitute identical equipment approved for fire protection use. Similar equipment may be substituted if Contractor submits revised design, substituted materials, and revised calculations for approval.

2.2 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS

A. Install sprinklers from reviewed shop drawings.

B. All sprinklers shall be of similar design and from a single manufacturer.

C. The operating temperature of sprinklers shall be as required by the specific location of installation and as required by NIH Design Standards.

D. Sprinklers shall conform to the following schedule:

1. Quick response 286°F (141°C) brass upright with head guards shall be used in all spaces within the building where high temperatures will routinely be experienced.

2. Quick response 165°F (71°C to 74°C) white recessed pendent or brass upright shall be used where noted on drawings.

E. Manufacturers

1. Tyco

2. Victaulic

3. Viking

4. Reliable

2.3 PIPE AND FITTINGS-INTERIOR

A. Interior piping for automatic sprinkler system shall conform to NFPA #13 and as follows.

B. All Sprinkler piping above ground shall be Schedule 40. Schedule 10 or thin-wall piping will not be permitted. Black steel piping shall be used on wet systems.

C. Fittings for threaded and coupled pipe shall consist of malleable iron or ductile iron threaded fittings joined with Teflon tape thread sealing compound or pipe joint compound. Pressure rating of fittings shall be as required for application.

D. Grooved fittings shall only be used with cut grooved pipe. Factory painted grooved fittings and couplings are acceptable on wet system and pre-action system.

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E. Plain-end fittings with mechanical couplings and fittings that use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe when pressure is applied are prohibited.

F. Alternate piping systems approved by NFPA #13 may be allowed with prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

G. All drain and fire department connection piping and fittings down-stream of valves shall be galvanized.

2.4 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. Space pipe hangers in accord with the requirements of NFPA #13. Construct hangers, hanger rods, inserts and clamps as approved by the same.

B. Manufacturers:

1. Cooper B-Line

2. Afcon

3. Erico

4. Speedy Product (Super Screws)

5. Elco (Hanger Mate)

2.5 EARTHQUAKE BRACING

A. Furnish and install all earthquake bracing and restraint as required by NFPA #13, International Building Code and the Contracting Officer.

2.6 VALVES

A. Gate valves shall be approved indicating type as required by NFPA #13. Check valves shall be as required by NFPA #13. Test and drain valves shall be approved brass globe, angle, or ball valves.

Locate sprinkler system isolation valves as shown on the drawings complete with a tamper alarm.

2.7 STANDPIPES

A. Provide manual wet Class I standpipes in each of the required exit stairways as indicated on the drawings.

B. Provide 2½" angle hose valves with 2½" NPT female inlet and 2½" male NSHT outlet complete with 2½"x 1½" hose thread reducer and 1½" cap and chain. Finish shall be polished brass.

C. Hose valves shall be installed 4'0" above floor at stair landings and other locations as noted on plans.

2.8 BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES

A. Acceptable Manufacturers

1. Ames (No Substitution)

B. Install new Ames 2000SS backflow prevention devices to match existing backflow prevention devices on site.

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2.9 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

A. Furnish and install where shown on plans and approved by authority having jurisdiction fire department connections, complete with clapper, plugs and chains.

B. Finish shall consist of rough brass.

C. Fire department connections shall be set 2'-6" above grade.

D. Fire department connections for sprinkler system shall be indexed or have a sign indicating "auto-spkr.-standpipe". The indexing shall be "cast in" by the manufacturer. Required indexing shall be permanently installed directly above the connection.

E. Fire department connection shall be complete with interior independent self-closing clappers, plugs, and chain and shall have threads to meet the local fire department requirements. Provide an automatic ball-drip.

F. Manufacturers:

1. Potter Roemer

2. Croker

3. Powhatan

2.10 SPECIALTIES

A. Fire Seals

1. Where piping passes through walls, floors or other building construction which by code requires a fire rating, approved fire rated assemblies shall be used. Proposed protection shall be submitted for approval. Plans shall clearly indicate details and locations of required protection.

B. Escutcheon Plates

1. Where exposed piping passes through finish work, chrome plated or other finish acceptable to the Contracting Officer wall plates shall be installed. Split wall plates or escutcheons shall be installed to fit snugly around piping. All wall plates shall be metal.

2. Solid galvanized wall plates shall be used at both sides of all exterior walls.

C. Valve Identification

1. All valves within the building shall have permanently marked identification signs provided in accordance with NFPA #13 standards. Signs shall be manufactured and not hand written. Signs shall be hung with galvanized or chrome chain.

D. Spare Head Supply

1. Furnish and install a supply of extra sprinklers of each type and degree link installed in the project, complete with mountable box. Mount box on wall next to sprinkler riser entry. Provide wrenches for each type of sprinkler installed in box.

2.11 ELECTRICAL DEVICES

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A. All electrical devices shall be coordinated with Electrical and Fire Alarm requirements for compatibility of voltages and manufacturer.

B. Plug type tamper switches with cords are not permitted.

C. Audio/Visual Alarm Indicating Appliances

1. Audio/Visual units shall provide a common enclosure for the fire alarm audible and visual alarm devices. The housing shall be designed to accommodate either horns, bells, or chimes. The unit shall be complete with a tamper resistant, Pyramidal shaped lens with “Fire” lettering visible from a 180° field of view. Integral Xenon strobe shall provide a minimum light output of 4.5 candela at 24VDC at a 45 flashes per minute rate. Xenon strobes shall provide a 4-wire connection to insure properly supervised in/out system connection. Unit shall be complete with all mounting hardware including backbox.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 DESIGN CRITERIA

A. Approximate sprinkler head arrangement is indicated on the drawings. The entire sprinkler and standpipe system is not shown on plans. The intent is to provide complete systems as required. This Contractor shall be responsible for surveying the site, existing construction, and new construction, and prepare working drawings for the total system.

B. The fire protection system supplier shall design the piping to supply the system. Piping shall be laid out so as not to interfere with the installation of other piping, ductwork or light fixtures.

C. System piping to be hydraulically calculated including system riser in accordance with NFPA #13, except that reduction of design area for use of quick response sprinklers is not permitted.

D. A minimum 10% margin below the available water supply curve shall be provided (i.e. 10% reduction in both static and residual pressures provided with the hydrant flow test).

E. The preparation of all shop drawings and hydraulic calculations shall be accomplished and stamped by a Registered Professional Engineer, competent in fire protection. Review by a Professional Engineer is not acceptable.

F. Sprinkler heads shall not be located closer that 18” from any air distribution devices (grilles, diffusers.

etc.).

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Where details of installation are not given, the installation shall be made using manufacturer's recommended practices or at the direction of the Contracting Officer.

B. Contractor shall complete the fire protection systems ready for operation, in all respects, as soon as possible. When system is complete and ready for continuous operation, activate the system for its intended use. After system has been activated for continuous use, water charges will be paid by the Owner.

C. This Contractor shall remove from the building, all rubbish and unused materials due to or connected with this installation.

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D. The surface of all piping shall be cleaned and painted under this section in accordance with cleaning and painting requirements of Painting Specification Section 099120.

E. Contractor shall install hydraulic design information signs for each design calculation at the fire sprinkler riser as required by NFPA #13.

3.3 TESTING

A. All testing shall be accomplished in accord with NFPA standards and requirements.

B. This Contractor shall call for inspection and complete Contractor’s Material and Test Certificates signed by the authority having jurisdiction.

C. All piping shall be hydrostatically tested at not less than 200 psig pressure or 50 psi above static pressure in excess of 150 psi for two (2) hours with no pressure drop in the system.

D. All testing shall be witnessed by a representative of the Contracting Officer.

E. Where jurisdictional authority's standards are more stringent than the above test, they shall prevail.

F. Furnish copies of Aboveground Test Certificate with close-out documentation.

END OF SECTION 211313

GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR PLUMBING 22 00 00 - 1

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

SECTION 22 00 00 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR PLUMBING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. The scope of plumbing work for this project includes all work depicted on the mechanical and plumbing plans and the work specified in Division 22.

1.2 BIDDING

A. The Contractor shall provide labor, materials, equipment, items, articles, operations and methods listed, shown, scheduled, or mentioned on the drawings, and/or specified, including all incidentals required for their completion.

B. The Contractor shall refer to the General part of these specifications, such as Instructions to Bidders, Special Conditions and DIVISION 1 for restrictions covering time that work can be performed in certain areas, noisy and dusty operations, sequence of work, access to restricted areas and similar types of work and operations.

C. Take cognizance of any change required in this work which may be a direct result of any alternate bid item listed and include the price deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the respective alternate.

1.3 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Items in this Division are generally eligible for substitution in accordance with the General Conditions and Supplements thereto. Where a proprietary specification is written for a particular item, then only that item may be used.

B. When the Contracting Officer deems it necessary, to assure satisfactory installation and compatibility with other equipment, piping, ductwork, electrical provisions and other appurtenances, the Contractor shall prepare scale drawings of the substitute item showing proposed location, connections, relation to other equipment and other pertinent data such as maintenance space requirements, electrical requirements, height and weight. Drawings must receive Contracting Officer's approval before the substitution is made.

C. It is the Contractor's responsibility that the substitute item shall fit into the space allocated and that the item can be installed and function as intended. Should changes in the work of any Contractor become necessary as a result of any substitute item under this Division, such changes shall be arranged and paid for by this Contractor.

D. Capacities of substitute items shall not be less than that of the specified item.

E. The performance of the factory representative and supplier on past work will be a consideration in the approval process of substitute items.

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F. The final decision as to acceptability rests with the Contracting Officer.

1.4 CODES, REGULATIONS AND PERMITS

A. All materials and equipment shall be new, approved by the governing authority, and be in new, undamaged condition when installed.

B. Comply with the current edition as of the bid date of the International Mechanical Code, National Fire Protection Association Codes and Standards, Uniform Plumbing Code, International Building Code, National Fire Protection Association, and all other applicable Federal, State, County and City codes, regulations and ordinances. Comply with DIVISION 26 and all codes referenced therein for any and all electrical work accomplished under this Division or by this Contractor.

C. Arrange for and obtain all permits and approvals required for the execution of the work.

1.5 INTENT OF DRAWINGS

A. Pipe or duct risers and other diagrams are schematic only and not to scale. They are intended only to indicate sizes or relative arrangement of pipe and equipment shown elsewhere in plan view.

1.6 WORKMANSHIP

A. Work shall be accomplished by workmen skilled in the particular trade, in conformance with best practices and to meet all applicable codes.

B. This Contractor shall replace materials or equipment not properly installed or finished, without increase in payment received.

1.7 RESPONSIBILITY

A. The Contractor is responsible for installation of a satisfactory and complete piece of work in accordance with true intent of the drawings and specifications.

B. Consult all drawings for the project to predetermine that the work and equipment will fit as planned.

Provide all information and services, as required, for completion of coordination drawings as may be specified in Division 1 or elsewhere in these specifications.

C. The location of piping, ducts, equipment, etc., shall be checked to ensure clearance from openings, structural members, cabinets, lights, outlets, and equipment having fixed locations. This shall be accomplished prior to fabrication of pipe or ducts.

D. If, at any time, and in any case, changes in location of piping, ducts, equipment, etc., becomes necessary due to existing obstacles or installation of other trades shown on any of the project drawings and such conflict could have been avoided by proper coordination between trades or proper pre-planning of work, such required changes shall be made by the Contractor at no extra cost. These changes are to be recorded on the record drawings.

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E. This Contractor is responsible to provide all incidental electrical interconnections, control wiring, etc., which are necessary for system completion and which are not specifically shown or otherwise indicated on the electrical drawings or specified in DIVISION 26.

F. All electrical work incidental to or accomplished under this Division shall comply with all requirements of DIVISION 26.

1.8 DELIVERY AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS

A. Make provisions which are acceptable to the Contracting Officer for delivery and storage of materials.

B. Make provisions for introduction into the building of equipment furnished under this Division.

C. Refer to DIVISION 1 for additional provisions to allow equipment passage into the building.

D. The contractor shall install only new equipment and materials. The contractor shall protect all stored materials from weather, sunlight, dirt ingress and damage. Weathered, rusted or damaged materials shall not be installed and shall be immediately removed from the project site.

1.9 MANUFACTURER'S DIRECTIONS

A. Manufactured materials and equipment shall be applied, installed, connected, erected, used, cleaned and conditioned as directed by the manufacturer unless noted otherwise herein or on the drawings.

1.10 CUTTING, PATCHING, REPAIRING

A. Cutting, patching and repairing required by the work of this Division shall be the responsibility of this Contractor.

B. Work shall be performed in accordance with DIVISION 1 of these specifications.

C. The performance of this work shall not weaken the structural integrity of the building.

D. Any abrasion or disfigurement of the finished work or any portion of the building where any such abrasion or disfigurement is caused by the activities of the Contractor shall be repaired and neatly refinished to match the adjacent work.

1.11 OPENINGS IN PIPES AND DUCTS

A. Openings in pipes and ducts shall be kept closed during progress of work.

B. The Contractor is required to clean new systems found dirty to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional cost.

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1.12 CLEANUP

A. Upon completion of work, remove materials, scraps, etc., relative to this work and leave the premises in a clean and orderly condition. This applies equally to finished, unfinished and concealed spaces.

B. Clean equipment of dirt and debris.

1.13 SAMPLES

A. The Contractor shall submit actual production samples on any material or equipment requested if, in the Contracting Officer's opinion, it is necessary in order to determine the quality, workmanship, operation, etc. of the item.

B. Samples will be returned to the Contractor. Approved samples may be used on the job.

C. Costs incurred in providing and returning samples will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.14 TEMPORARY SERVICES

A. See DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for Temporary Facilities.

1.15 FIRE PROTECTION

A. Metallic pipe, duct and other penetrations of all fire partitions, walls and floors shall be effectively fire-stopped to equal the fire rating of the floor or partition using materials and methods UL approved and tested to meet all conditions of ASTME E119, UL 1479 and ASTME 814 tests. One such material is Carborundum bulk "Fiberfrax" fiber packing for filling the annual space between pipe and sleeve or hole and Fiberfrax LDS moldable caulking for sealing in the fiber packing. Other acceptable materials are Dow Corning 3-6548 Silicon RTV foam firestop system, General Electric 'Pensil' 851 system or U.S.G. fire code compound and Thermafire.

B. Thermoplastic pipe and duct penetrations shall be fire stopped same as metallic penetrations with the addition of an intumescent wrap to effectively close the hole if the thermoplastic vaporizes.

C. Construction of permanent bracing, framing, roof curbs and platforms or other structures which utilize wood construction shall be fabricated from fire resistant treated materials or shall be otherwise protected by approved fire-resistant materials.

1.16 ACCESS DOORS

A. Where access to valves, dampers, equipment, etc. is required, provide Inryco/Milcor Type "K", "DW", or "M" doors. Access doors required in fire-rated walls or ceilings shall be U.L. approved, similar and equal to Ruskin #APW1. Size of door shall be sufficient to provide proper access to item, if size is not listed on the drawings.

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1.17 COMPLETION AND TESTS

A. Complete and test each system as specified. Submit all reports required by the individual sections of specifications. Leave all systems in proper operation.

B. At the time of finalizing the project, a demonstration of all systems shall be performed in the presence of the Contracting Officer’s designated representative. The Contractor shall demonstrate that the systems perform in the manner described in the specifications and indicated on the drawings.

1.18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

A. The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to instruct the Government's maintenance personnel in the operation and maintenance of all the new systems and equipment. In general, these instructions may be given by the installer of the system. However, some equipment or systems require instruction be given by an authorized agent of the supplier or manufacturer. See Division 1 and individual Sections of this Division for specific training requirements.

B. Written operation and maintenance instructions, as produced by the manufacturer, shall be provided for all equipment. These instructions shall be bound and submitted as described in this Section.

1.19 REMODELING WORK

A. Wherever existing mechanical systems, plumbing, heating, service lines, piping, ducts, controls, etc., are cut, removed, or interrupted as a result of the contract work, all such items that serve areas or equipment that remain shall be replaced, rerouted, extended, relocated, etc., as necessary to maintain operation of equipment and services.

B. Downtime shall be held to a minimum. Outages shall be scheduled at a time acceptable to and approved by the Contracting Officer. Consult with the Contracting Officer in sufficient time for him to make necessary preparations for the outage. Note specifically, that certain items of work may be accomplished in Phases and according to outage limitations as noted on the plans or elsewhere in the construction documents.

C. Demolition

1. Refer to the drawings for execution of demolition. Protect all items that are to be removed and reinstalled as if they were new.

2. All existing equipment and material removed and not scheduled for reinstallation shall remain the property of Rocky Mountain Laboratories and shall be delivered to a designated stockpile area on RML campus by the Contractor. The stockpile location shall be as designated by the Contracting Officer. Materials not wanted by Rocky Mountain Laboratories shall be removed from the site by the Contractor.

D. Asbestos Awareness

1. If suspect asbestos materials are encountered, the contractor shall cease work in that area and inform the Contracting Officer of his suspicions and will not proceed with work in that area until such time that a determination can be made on how to proceed.

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E. Site Investigation

1. The Contractor shall be cognizant that this is partially a remodeling project and as such, certain items cannot be fully illustrated or explained without field observation. Before submitting his proposal, the Contractor should examine the site and building as it pertains to this project and make allowances in his proposal for all conditions that will affect the work indicated in the project manual and contract documents. This would include hidden and other discovered obstacles such as existing pipes, ducts and equipment not necessarily shown on the project drawings.

F. Site access may be arranged by contacting the Contracting Officer.

1.20 RECORD DRAWINGS

A. A separate set of mechanical drawings shall be maintained at the job site at all times and shall be used as record drawings. This set shall be kept up to date with all changes and/or additions in the construction and/or mechanical systems, and shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer at the completion of this project. This set of drawings shall be kept clean and protected at all times. See Division 1 for additional requirements.

B. The Contracting Officer will review the drawings periodically as the project progresses.

PART 2 SUBMITTALS AND BROCHURES OF EQUIPMENT

2.1 GENERAL

A. The literature required to be submitted and approved in order to fulfill the requirements of this Division falls into two general categories. These are the "Brochures of Equipment" and "Submittals."

B. "Submittals" is a general term for informational literature which must be supplied to and approved by the Contractor and the Contracting Officer prior to installing, receiving, or in some instances, even ordering equipment. The normal required types of submittals include shop drawings, manufacturer's literature, installation and operation instructions (from the manufacturer) and wiring diagrams. System reports, such as start-up reports or balancing reports, are forms of submittals which are required after the equipment has been installed and is operational

C. Brochures of Equipment (also known as Operations and Maintenance Manuals) are booklets assembled by the contractor which contain operation, maintenance and repair literature for all equipment installed under the requirements of the project. They will be used by Rocky Mountain Laboratory’s personnel as the primary source of information for operating and maintaining the installed systems. As such, they shall exhibit a professional quality, high degree of clarity and technical completeness which will allow their use throughout the useful life of the installed system.

D. In general, copies of all returned, approved submittals shall be included in the Brochures of Equipment. These books shall also include complete operation and maintenance literature for each piece of equipment such as may be packaged with the equipment for OEM components. They will be used by the Government’s personnel as the primary source of information for operating and maintaining the installed systems and as such, they shall exhibit a high degree of clarity, GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR PLUMBING 22 00 00 - 7 thoroughness and be arranged so as to be useful for their given purpose throughout the life of the installed systems.

2.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Refer to DIVISION 1 for submittal requirements. The Contractor shall submit all information listed in submittal schedule in Section 013300 and any additional required information as described in each section of this Division. Submit all data and literature listed on the submittal schedule in Section 013300 and any other data or literature required by the individual sections of Division 22.

B. The contractor shall procure manufacturer's literature and/or certified prints for all items of equipment, materials or systems on the job. Shop drawings and literature shall be complete and marked showing name of job, item used, size, dimensions, capacity, rough-in, etc., as required for complete check and installation. Any exceptions of the equipment being furnished from that specified shall be clearly defined. Specific requirements of submittals may be expanded in individual specification sections. Minimum requirements shall include the following:

1. Submit actual installation layout drawings on floor plans showing the systems as noted in the specification.

2. Manufacturer's literature shall include any and all restrictions on the application and installed service limitations of the product.

C. All shop drawings shall be reviewed, approved and stamped by the Contractor before ordering.

1. The Contractor shall check submittals for number of copies, adequate identification, correctness and compliance with drawings and specifications and apply his stamp of approval before forwarding the submittal. Submittals shall be revised, changed and/or resubmitted until acceptable and approved by the Contracting Officer.

a. Approval of submittals and literature by the Contracting Officer shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for deviations from drawings or specifications, nor shall it relieve him from responsibility for errors in shop drawings or other submittal literature.

b. Submit number of copies as required in DIVISION 1 and SECTION 013300 for review.

c. Copies produced on copy machines which are not of a permanent or legible nature will not be accepted for shop drawing submittals. Copies must be legible with all dimensions and other pertinent data clear.

d. Equipment for no more than one section of specifications shall be included in each submittal.

e. Submittals will not receive partial approval. They will be either accepted or rejected in their entirety.

2.3 BROCHURES OF EQUIPMENT (AKA OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUALS)

A. The Contractor shall prepare and submit electronic/digital operations and maintenance manuals, also referred to herein as Brochures of Equipment, for all systems and equipment. Each shall contain all required submittal data for the construction materials and each piece of equipment (reference Submittal Schedule, Section 013300) installed under this project. The literature required for submittal purposes shall be expanded to include operation and maintenance literature for each piece of equipment. Maintenance information shall be complete in every respect and shall include

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parts lists and assembly drawings wherever applicable. The Brochures shall also include a copy of the submittal requirement list. The manuals shall also meet all the requirements of Section 017823 of Division 1.

B. All literature shall clearly indicate the equipment it represents and shall be labeled with the equipment identification abbreviation found on the drawings, e.g. EF-1, etc. All information which is not applicable to the particular model and size supplied shall be clearly and neatly crossed out with heavy black marker or other suitable means. This includes dimensional drawings, maintenance information, parts lists, wiring diagrams, etc. Only the information applicable to the particular equipment supplied shall remain and it shall be easy to follow. Booklets not meeting these requirements shall be returned for correction.

C. Formatting and media type shall be as specified in Section 017823.

D. Dividers shall be used to separate the literature for equipment supplied under each of the various Sections of this Division. Divider headings shall read the same as the Section title e.g. "220523

VALVES."

E. The format of the Brochure shall begin with the submittal requirement list at the front as an index sheet. The dividers for each section shall then progress sequentially.

F. Authorization for final payment shall not be made prior to final acceptance of the Brochures of Equipment.

G. Submittal of Brochure of Equipment will be required early in the construction schedule. See Division 1.

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SECTION 22 05 17 – PLUMBING AND PIPING ACCESSORIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. See Division 7 and plan details for foundation water proofing and provide any incidental items as required. Methods and materials specified in Division 7 or detailed on plans for foundation waterproofing shall take precedence over work and materials specified in this Section.

1.2 SYSTEMS

A. This Section governs the materials and installation of accessories used in the installation of piping systems.

1.3 SUBMITTAL DATA

A. See SECTION 220000 for general submittal requirements.

B. Provide submittal data for any materials or equipment specified in this Section as listed on the Submittal Schedule (see SECTION 220000) and any special or additional data as requested by the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ESCUTCHEONS

A. Provide chrome-plated, one-piece escutcheons on all uninsulated pipe penetrations through walls, floors and ceilings. Escutcheons shall fit snugly to pipes or insulation.

B. Penetrations of insulated pipe with an outside diameter of 3” or less shall be fitted with escutcheons as described in paragraph ’A’ above.

C. Penetrations of insulated pipe over 3” outside diameter shall be fit with split closure plates cut from 24-gauge 304 stainless steel. The closure plate notches shall fit tight to the pipe insulation. Fasten the plates to the wall surface with sheet metal screws.

2.2 SLEEVES

A. Sleeves in masonry bearing walls shall be steel pipe or cast-iron pipe.

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B. Sleeves in non-bearing masonry or concrete walls, floors or ceilings shall be steel pipe, cast-iron pipe, or galvanized sheet metal with lock-type longitudinal seam.

C. Provide cast iron pipe sleeves for pipes passing through foundation walls below the lower floor level. Size sleeves to provide 1” of clearance between the pipe and the sleeve. Fill annular space with foam.

D. Below grade pipe penetrations through concrete walls, including dry well or area well walls, shall be sleeved and sealed with a mechanical seal system. Sleeves shall be as recommended by the seal system manufacturer and shall be designed to prevent water ingress. Mechanical seals shall be similar and equal to Link-Seal model ‘S’ by PSI, shall feature all stainless-steel hardware and shall be rated to withstand hydrostatic pressures up to 20 psi. Sealing links shall be constructed of EPDM and shall be rated for use over a temperature range of -400F to +2500F.

2.3 FLASHINGS

A. Flashings required for use with roofs shall be coordinated with and be the responsibility of the roofing contractor.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ESCUTCHEONS

A. Fit snugly to the pipe or insulation jacket and tight against the wall, floor or ceiling surface.

3.2 SLEEVES

A. All pipe penetrations through floors and walls, including exterior and foundation walls, shall be sleeved except as listed below.

1. Ground floor slabs on grade in rooms or spaces which are not wet locations or not located in mechanical rooms or service enclosures.

B. All penetrations of mechanical room, interstitial and mezzanine floors and other potentially 'wet' areas shall be sleeved. The sleeves in these areas shall be extended 2" above the floor surface to act as a dam to prevent the passage of spilled water.

C. Holes for pipe penetrations which must be cut through existing concrete or masonry floors and walls shall be drilled with a masonry core drill. In no case shall chipping or hammering be used without prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

D. Pipe penetrations through all fire-rated floors, walls and ceilings or other fire-rated assemblies shall be sealed to maintain the fire rating. See SECTION 220000 for sealant material.

E. Each sleeve shall extend entirely through its respective wall or floor penetration and shall be cut flush with the surface on each side. See exception above for special floor penetrations in 'wet' areas.

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F. Each sleeve or hole shall be sized to provide 1/4" clearance (minimum) around the perimeter of the passing pipe or its insulation.

G. Ream sleeves to remove sharp edges and burrs. Seal all sleeves to wall surfaces. All sleeves through masonry or concrete walls shall be grouted in place.

H. Provide any special sleeves and sealants as detailed on the plans.

3.3 FLASHINGS

A. Coordinate installation of drains and pipes through roofs with roof installers.

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SECTION 22 05 23 - VALVES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 WORK INCLUDED

A. This Section governs the products used and the installation of all valves not specifically covered by other Sections of specifications.

B. Valves covered elsewhere in the specifications shall be installed as indicated in their respective Section and in accordance with PART 3 'EXECUTION' of this Section.

1.3 RESTRICTIONS

A. Valves of the same type or function shall be of the same manufacturer throughout the job.

B. Each valve shall have the manufacturer's name or symbol stamped or cast on the valve body.

C. All valves shall…