ADDENDUM NO_ 1 _ December 13_ 2023.pdf

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December 13, 2023

GREENE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER RENOVATION

ADDENDUM NO. 1

Bidders are advised that the requirements of the plans and specifications entitled “Greene County Detention Center Renovation”, dated 10-30-2023, are amended as follows and this addendum is made part of the Contract Documents. Products supplied by manufacturers listed herein as approved manufacturers shall be equal in all respects to those specified.

Item No. 1 Delete the entire set of electrical specifications (Divisions 26, 27, and 28) issued with the Proposal Documents and substitute the attached set of electrical specifications (Divisions 26, 27, and 28).

END OF ADDENDUM

GREENE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER RENOVATION

GREENSBORO, GA

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SECTION 260000 - GENERAL

1.01 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS:

A. All work of Section 26 shall comply with the requirements of:

1. General Conditions

2. Supplementary General Conditions

3. General Requirements

4. Specifications

5. Drawings

6. Modifications incorporated in the documents before their execution.

1.02 WORK INCLUDED

A. This Division of the specifications (260000) covers the complete interior and exterior electrical system for all work shown on the drawings as specified herein providing all material, labor and equipment required for the installation of the electrical systems complete and in operating condition.

B. Include in the electrical work all the necessary supervision and the issuing of all coordinating information to any other trades who are supplying work to accommodate the electrical installations.

1.03 DRAWINGS

A. The drawings for electrical work utilize symbols and schematic diagrams which have no dimensional significance. The work shall therefore, be installed to fulfill the diagrammatic intent expressed on the electrical drawings.

B. Review architectural drawings for door swings, cabinets, counters, moldings and built-in equipment, conditions indicated on architectural drawings shall govern.

Prior to rough-in of receptacles and system outlets, refer to architectural casework drawings for rough-in coordination.

C. Coordinate electrical work with the architectural details, floor plans, elevations, structural and mechanical drawings. Provide fittings, junction boxes and accessories to meet conditions.

D. Do not scale drawings. Dimensions for layout of equipment, or spaces shall be obtained from architectural, structural or mechanical drawings unless specifically indicated on the electrical drawings.

E. Discrepancies shown on different drawings, between drawings and specifications or between drawings and field conditions shall be promptly brought to the attention of the Architect.

F. Provide as used on the drawings and in the specifications shall mean, furnish, install, connect, adjust and test.

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G. The drawings and specifications are complimentary and any work or material shown in one and omitted in the other, or described in the one and not shown in the other, or which may be implied by both or either, shall be furnished as though shown on both, in order to give a complete and first class installation.

1.04 SITE INVESTIGATION

A. Potential Contractors shall visit the project site prior to bid date to satisfy themselves as to the existing conditions and distances which may effect the cost of the project. Where work under this project requires extension, relocation, re-connecting or modifications to existing equipment or systems, the existing equipment or systems, shall be restored to their original condition, with the exception of the work under this contract, before the completion of this project.

1.05 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Submit for approval by the Architect all materials and equipment to be incorporated in the electrical work.

B. Submit only shop drawings which comply with the contract documents. Shop drawings shall be checked and corrected by the Contractor before they are submitted to the Architect. Shop drawings that are not corrected by the Contractor shall be returned for correction without detailed notations by the Architect as to the necessary corrections.

C. Mark each individual submittal item to show specification section which pertains to the item.

D. Submit information as required under SUBMITTALS, for each of the individual electrical sections of the specifications.

E. Data submitted shall contain all information required to indicate compliance with equipment specified.

F. Submit field information drawings to explain fully all procedures involved in erecting, mounting and connecting all items of equipment which differ from that specified.

G. When Shop Drawings are reviewed, some errors may be detected but others may be overlooked. This does not grant the Contractor permission to proceed in error.

Regardless of any information contained in the Shop Drawings, the requirements of the Drawings and Specifications shall be followed and are not waived or superseded in any way by the Shop Drawing review.

1.06 RECORD DRAWINGS:

A. One complete set of electrical drawings shall be reserved for as-built drawings.

Any approved deviation from the contract drawings shall be recorded on these drawings. Drawings shall be checked monthly for completeness.

B. Completed as-built drawings shall be presented to the Architect prior to final inspection.

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1.07 MAINTENANCE AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

A. Provide at the time of final inspection three sets of maintenance and operating instruction for:

1. Fuses

2. Wiring Devices

3. LED Fixtures

4. Disconnect Switches

5. Photo Control and Contactors

6. Intercom System

7. Data/Voice Network Cabling System

8. Door Locking Control System

9. Fire Alarm System

10. CCTV System

11. Access Control

B. Furnish a qualified and accredited factory trained technician to train personnel designated by the Owner in the proper operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.

C. The issuing of operating instructions shall include the submission of the name, address, and telephone number of the manufacturer's representative and service company for each item of equipment so that service and spare parts can be readily obtained.

1.08 CODES AND PERMITS:

A. All electrical work shall meet or exceed the latest requirements of the following codes for construction work and the project.

1. The National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) - 2020 Edition

2. The National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI C-2)

3. The Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) - 2018 Edition

4. The International Building Code - 2018 Edition, with Georgia

Amendments.

5. Regulations of the local utility company with respect to metering and service entrance.

6. Municipal and State ordinances governing electrical work.

B. All required permits and inspection certificates shall be obtained, and made available at the completion of the work. Permits, inspections, and certification fees shall be paid for as a part of the electrical work.

1.09 DEVIATIONS:

A. No deviations from the plans and specifications shall be made without the full knowledge and consent of the Architect or his authorized representative.

B. Should the Contractor find at any time during progress of the work that, in his judgment, existing conditions make desirable a modification in requirements

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covering any particular item or items, he shall report such items promptly to the Architect for his decision and instruction.

1.10 COOPERATION:

A. This Contractor shall schedule his work and in every way possible cooperate with all other Contractors on the job to avoid delays, interferences, and unnecessary work. He shall notify them of all openings, hangers, excavations, etc., so that proper provisions shall be made for his work. This shall not relieve him of the cost of cutting, when such is required.

B. This Contractor shall do all cutting and excavating necessary for the complete installation of his work, but he shall not cut the work of any other Contractor without first consulting the Architect. He shall repair any work damaged by him or his workmen, employing the services of the Contractor whose work is damaged. Saw cut existing slab as required for routing conduits and floor boxes noted to be installed in existing floors. Restore to original finish.

C. This Contractor shall by all means coordinate the location of ceiling lighting fixtures, both recessed and surface mounted, with the Ceiling Contractor so that proper hangers and supports shall be provided.

D. Any conflict between electrical and other trades shall be reported before construction starts. No extra charges will be approved for work resulting from failure to coordinate with other trades.

1.11 INSTALLATION:

A. Raceways, fixtures, devices, and other electrical equipment shall be installed in a neat and workmanlike manner and in accordance with recognized good practice for a first class installation.

B. The Architect or his representative shall have the authority to reject any workmanship not complying with the contract documents.

C. The Electrical Contractor shall personally or through an authorized licensed and competent electrician, constantly supervise the work from beginning to complete and final inspection.

D. Electrical equipment shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

E. Locations of proposed raceway, riser, location of structural elements, location and size of chases method and type of construction of floors, walls, partitions, etc., shall be verified before construction starts.

F. Consult owner and utility companies for underground lines before any underground work is started. Contractors shall be responsible for any damage.

G. All empty conduits shall have a pull string installed. All flush recessed boxes shall have black plates installed.

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1.12 EXCAVATION, TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING:

A. General. The Contractor shall perform all excavation to install conduit structures and equipment specified in this Division of the Specifications. During excavation, materials for backfilling shall be piled back from the banks of the trench to avoid over-loading and to prevent slides and cave-ins. All excavated materials not to be used for backfill shall be removed and disposed of by the Contractor. Grading shall be done to prevent surface water from flowing into trenches and other excavations and water accumulating therein shall be removed by pumping. All excavations shall be made by open cut. No tunneling shall be done. All requirements of OSHA shall be complied with.

B. Trench Excavation. The bottom of the trenches shall be graded to provide uniform bearing and support for each section of the conduit on undisturbed soil at every point along its entire length. Over depths shall be backfilled with loose, granular, moist earth, tamped. Removed unstable soil that is not capable of supporting the conduit and replace with specified material.

C. Backfilling. The trenches shall not be backfilled until it is reviewed by the

Architect or his representative. The trenches shall be backfilled with the excavated materials approved for backfilling, consisting of earth, loam, sandy clay, and gravel or soft shale, free from large clods of earth or stones, deposited in 6" layers and tamped until the conduit has a cover of not less than the adjacent existing ground but not greater than 2" above existing ground. The backfilling shall be carried on simultaneously on both sides of the trench so that conduit is not displaced. The compaction of the filled trench shall be at least equal to that of the surrounding undisturbed material, except that trenches occurring under paved areas or in areas to be filled shall be backfilled in 6" maximum layers and each layer compacted to 95% maximum density. Settling the backfill with water will not be permitted. Any trenches not meeting compaction requirements or where settlement occurs shall have backfill removed down to the top of the conduit then backfill with approved materials as specified hereinbefore.

D. Positively no tree roots are to be damaged, hand dig where required. Damaged trees or shrubbery shall be replaced in kind and must be approved by Engineer.

1.13 MATERIALS:

A. Materials specified by manufacturer's name shall be used unless approval of other manufacturers are listed in addenda to these specifications. Request for prior approval shall be submitted by mail only. Facsimile will not be acceptable.

B. Drawings indicating proposed layout of space, all equipment to be installed therein and clearance between equipment shall be submitted, where substitution of materials alter space requirements on the drawings.

C. Material Standards: All materials shall be new and shall conform to the standards where such have been established for the particular material in question. Publications and Standards of the organization listed below are applicable to materials specified herein.

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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2. Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. (UL)

3. National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA)

4. Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA)

5. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)

6. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

7. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

D. Material of the same type shall be the product of one manufacturer.

E. Materials not readily available from local sources shall be ordered immediately upon approval.

F. The Architect shall have authority to reject any materials, or equipment, not complying with these specifications and have the Contractor replace materials so rejected immediately upon notification of rejection.

G. Any material or equipment so rejected shall be removed from the job within 24 hours of such rejection, otherwise the Architect may have same removed at the Contractor's expense.

1.14 EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS:

A. All equipment requiring electrical power connections shall be connected under this Division of these specifications.

B. Where electrical connections to equipment require specific locations, such locations shall be obtained from shop drawings.

C. Drawings for location of conduit stub-up boxes mounted in wall or floor to serve specific equipment, shall not be scaled.

D. Electrical circuits to equipment furnished under other sections of these specifications are based on design loads. If actual equipment furnished has loads other than design loads electrical circuits and protective devices shall be revised to be compatible with equipment furnished at no additional cost to the Owner.

Any revisions must have prior approval by the Architect. Before submitting shop drawings, Electrical Sub-Contractor shall along with the Mechanical and Plumbing Sub-Contractor review voltage and load requirements for mechanical and plumbing equipment to determine the compatibility between what is being furnished and what is shown in the contract drawings. The Electrical Sub- Contractor shall along with his submittals submit a statement that he has reviewed all shop drawings including review with the Mechanical and Plumbing Sub-Contractors.

E. Where equipment is indicated to be served thru conduit stub-up, conduit shall be stubbed up not less than four inches above floor where transition shall be made to sealtite flexible conduit for connection to equipment.

F. The Contractor's attention is invited to other Divisions of these specifications, where equipment requiring electrical service or electrically related work is specified to become fully aware of the scope of work required for electrical service or related work.

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G. Where electricity utilizing equipment is supplied separate from the electrical work, and is energized, controlled or otherwise made operative by electrical work, the testing to provide the proper functional performance of such wiring systems shall be conducted by the trade responsible for the equipment. The electrical work shall, however, include cooperation in such testing and the making available of any necessary testing or adjustments to the electrical equipment.

H. Heating, air conditioning, and ventilating equipment is specified to be furnished and installed under other sections of these specifications. The controls, likewise are specified to be furnished thereunder. All necessary wiring, wiring troughs and circuit breakers for power for this equipment shall be furnished and installed under this section of the specifications, in accordance with the plans and/or diagrams furnished with the equipment, or shown on these plans. Starters furnished by the Mechanical Contractor shall be installed under this Division of the specifications. Power wiring to auxiliary equipment on a piece of equipment remote from its main terminal box and interlocking of apparatus shall be accomplished under Heating Ventilating Equipment section of the specifications.

Conduit and outlets for control wiring shall be furnished and installed under Mechanical Division of these specifications. Control conductors for mechanical equipment shall not be installed in same conduit with power conductors.

I. Contractor is to note that location of disconnect switches shown are schematic in nature. Exact location of disconnect switch and mounting height shall be coordinated with field conditions and equipment shop drawings. Locate disconnect as required to maintain clearances required by National Electrical Code.

1.15 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, HANDLING, & PROTECTION

A. Inspect materials upon arrival at Project and verify conformance to Contract Documents. Prevent unloading of unsatisfactory material. Handle materials in accordance with manufacturer's applicable standards and suppliers recommendations, and in a manner to prevent damage to materials. Store packaged materials in original undamaged condition with manufacturer's labels and seals intact. Containers which are broken, opened, damaged, or watermarked are unacceptable and shall be removed from the premises.

B. All material, except items specifically designed to be installed outdoors such as pad mounted transformers or stand-by generators, shall be stored in an enclosed, dry building or trailer. Areas for general storage shall be provided by the Contractor. Provide temperature and/or humidity control where applicable. No material for interior installation, including conductors, shall be stored other than in an enclosed weather tight structure. Equipment stored other than as specified above shall be removed from the premises.

C. Equipment and materials shall not be installed until such time as the environmental conditions of the job site are suitable to protect the equipment or materials. Conditions shall be those for which the equipment or materials are designed to be installed. Equipment and materials shall be protected from water, direct sunlight, cold or heat. Equipment or materials damaged or which are

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subjected to these elements are unacceptable and shall be removed from the premises and replaced.

1.16 CLEANING AND PAINTING

A. Remove oil, dirt, grease and foreign materials from all raceways, fittings, boxes, panelboard trims and cabinets to provide a clean surface for painting. Touch-up scratched or marred surfaces of lighting fixtures, panelboard and cabinet trims, motor control center, switchboard or equipment enclosures with paint furnished by the equipment manufacturers specifically for that purpose.

B. Do not paint trim covers for flush mounted panelboards, telephone cabinets, pull boxes, junction boxes and control cabinet unless required by the Architect.

Remove trim covers before painting. Under no conditions shall locks, latches or exposed trim clamps be painted.

C. Unless indicated on the drawings or specified herein to the contrary, all painting shall be done under the PAINTING Section of these Specifications.

D. Where plywood backboards are used to mount equipment provided under Division 26, paint backboards with two coats of light grey semi-gloss paint.

Plywood shall be 3/4" fire rated plywood. Paint shall be fire retardant paint.

1.17 GUARANTEE:

A. All systems and component parts shall be guaranteed for one year from the date of material completion. Defects found during this guaranteed period shall be promptly corrected at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.18 SCHEDULING OF OUTAGES

A. Electrical work requiring interruption of electrical power which would adversely affect the normal operation of the other portions of the Owner's property, shall be done at time other than normal working hours. Normal working hours shall be considered eight A.M. to five P.M. Monday through Friday.

B. Schedule all work requiring interruption of electrical power two weeks prior to actual shutdown. Submit schedule in writing to Architect indicating extent of system to be de-energized, date and time when power is intended to be interrupted, and date and time power will be restored. Schedule shall be subject to the review of the Architect and the Representative of the Owner.

END OF SECTION 260000

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SECTION 260015 - FUSES

1.01 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop drawings shall be submitted and shall consist of manufacturer's published literature and technical data sufficient for the engineer to determine whether system function will be adversely affected, whether proposed fuses meet this specification, and whether they are equal in quality.

1.02 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable manufacturers are:

1. Littelfuse

2. Cefco

3. Gould - Shawmut

1.03 EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL

A. All fuses rated 600 volts or less and used for main, feeder, or branch circuit protection with 200,000 ampere interrupting rating and shall be so labeled. Fuse classes and sizes indicated on the drawings have been selected to provide a fully coordinated selective protection system. To maintain this design, all fuses provided shall be furnished by the same manufacturer. Should equipment provided require a different U.L. Class or fuse size, the engineer shall be furnished with sufficient data to ascertain that system function will not be adversely affected.

B. Current-Limiting Fuses 600 Amperes or Less

All fuses 600 amperes and below shall be true dual-element time delay fuses with separate spring-loaded thermal overload elements in all ampere ratings. All ampere ratings shall be designed to open at 400 degrees Fahrenheit or less when subjected to a non-load oven test. To eliminate induction heating, all fuse ferrules and end caps shall be non-ferrous and shall be bronze or another alloy not subject to stress cracking.

C. Spare Fuses

At the time of final acceptance, the contractor shall furnish the owner's representative, not less than three (3) spare fuses of each size and type installed.

END OF SECTION 260015

RACEWAYS 260020 - 1

SECTION 160020 - RACEWAYS

A. Submit manufacturer's literature for each type of conduit or tubing and fittings used in the project.

1.02 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable manufacturers of rigid steel and electrical metallic tubing conduit are:

1. Allied Tube and Conduit Co. (Kwik-Fit)

2. Wheatland Tube Co.

3. Triangle

4. L.T.V.

5. American Brass

6. E.T.P.

7. Robroy

8. PYTCO

9. RYMCO

10. Galvite

B. Acceptable manufacturer's of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) conduit are:

1. Certainteed

2. Georgia Pipe

3. Carlon

4. Can-Tex

5. Queen City

C. Acceptable manufacturer’s of conduit fittings, bushings, and locknuts are:

1. O-Z/Gedney

2. Thomas and Belts

3. Raco

1.03 MATERIALS

A. All metallic conduit and electric metallic tubing shall be steel, of standard pipe dimensions, smooth inside and out, and shall be galvanized. Where the word "conduit" is used hereinafter it shall mean either rigid steel conduit, electric metallic tubing, flexible steel conduit, liquid tight flexible steel conduit or schedule 40 plastic conduit. Intermediate grade conduit is not acceptable.

B. Galvanized rigid steel conduit shall be used in all areas where it will be exposed to physical damage. Schedule 40 plastic conduit shall be used underground and in slab-on-grade. In no case shall plastic conduit be exposed; switch to rigid steel conduit when turning up exposed. All other conduit, unless otherwise specified or called for on the plans, may be galvanized electric metallic tubing. Any exposed conduit on exterior of the building shall be galvanized rigid steel only.

C. Plastic conduit shall be made from virgin polyvinyl chloride C-300 compound.

Conduit and fittings shall carry a UL label. Fitting and cement shall be produced by the same manufacturer as the conduit to assure system integrity.

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D. All conduit shall be concealed in building construction except as noted or shown otherwise. It is the intent of these specifications that all conduit will be concealed whenever possible. Existing walls in finished spaces shall be routed accordingly in order to flush recess conduit and outlet boxes.

E. EMT fittings shall be compression and made of steel for sizes two inches or smaller, steel set screw type fittings may be used on sizes 2 1/2" or larger.

Connectors and couplings shall be rain tight and shall have a nylon insulated throat. All fittings shall be "UL" approved. EMT conduit (in sizes 2 ½” through 4”) provided with integral steel compression or set screw coupling on one (1) end of the conduit is acceptable. Die cast, and indenter type fittings are not acceptable. Fittings for flexible steel conduits and liquid tight flexible conduit shall be steel and have nylon insulated throat.

F. Rigid steel conduit and EMT shall be not less than ½ inch trade size, schedule 40 plastic conduit shall not be less than 3/4" trade size and not less than required by the NEC or indicated. Conduit runs with more than 5 #12 conductors shall not be less than 3/4".

G. Conduit and EMT systems indicated on the drawings for communication and signaling systems are for typical systems. Install conduit and EMT systems for the system being installed.

H. Connect individual recessed lighting fixtures to the conduit or EMT system with

"maximum 6'-0" flexible, galvanized steel conduit. Use flexible galvanized, steel metal conduit for final connection to all rotating equipment and transformers.

The flexible conduits shall be long enough to permit the full range of required movements without strain and to prevent the transmission of vibration. Do not utilize flexible conduit to loop between fixtures and devices.

I. Galvanized rigid steel conduit couplings and connections:

1. Install standard, conduit-threaded fittings.

2. Ream the ends of conduits after cutting and threading them.

3. For connection to sheet metal boxes, cabinets and other sheet metal enclosures, install locknuts on the inside and outside of the enclosure for each connection.

J. EMT couplings and connectors:

1. Ream the ends of EMT after cutting them.

2. Install the following threadless type fittings:

a. Connectors: steel compression type with insulated throat or steel tap-on type with insulated throat.

b. Couplings: steel compression or tap-on type.

K. Installation of plastic conduit:

1. Shall be installed in complete accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

2. Shall be a minimum of 2'-0" below finished grade when not covered by concrete.

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3. Shall have properly sized bond wire installed with all circuits.

4. Bends and turns shall be kept to a bare minimum.

5. Extreme care shall be taken to avoid crushing or cracking conduit. "DO

NOT" run vehicles over exposed conduit under any conditions.

6. All conduit and fittings shall be solvent welded.

7. Plastic conduit maybe turned up in masonry walls only. PVC conduit shall be allowed to be routed concealed in masonry walls to a maximum height of 48" A.F.F.

8. Do not install conduit in slab. All conduit shall be installed a minimum of 6" below slab. Conduits shall not be bunched together. Maintain 1" clearance between conduits.

9. Plastic conduit shall not be bent with a propane torch or open flame.

Contractor shall utilize a heat gun, heat blanket, or hot box. Plastic conduit bent with such shall not be scorched or marred.

L. Insulated bushings:

1. Install nylon insulated bushings on the end of all rigid conduit.

2. The insulating material shall be designed for rugged, long service.

3. Bushings which consist of only insulating material will not be accepted.

4. Fittings which incorporate insulated bushings will be considered for approval in lieu of fittings with separate bushings.

M. All couplings and connections in location where water or other liquid or vapor might contact the conduit and EMT shall also be watertight.

N. Close empty conduit and EMT as complete runs before pulling in the cables and wires.

O. Install exposed conduit and EMT parallel to or at right angles with the lines of the building. Locate them so they will not obstruct headroom or walkways or cause tripping.

P. Avoid bends or offsets where practicable:

1. Do not install more bends, offsets or equivalent in any conduit or EMT run than permitted by the NEC.

2. Make bends with standard conduit bending machines.

3. Conduit hickeys may be used for making slight offsets and for straightening conduits stubbed out of concrete.

4. Conduit or EMT bent with a pipe tee or vise will not be accepted.

5. Do not install crushed or deformed conduits or EMT.

Q. Install conduit or EMT clamps:

1. At intervals as required by the NEC.

2. Above suspended ceilings, metal supports may be installed as permitted by the NEC, except that conduit cannot be supported or secured to the T-bar grid or from the wire supporting the T-bar grid.

3. Trapeze, split ring, band or clevis hanger may be installed as permitted by the NEC. Trapeze hangers shall be structural metal channels, angle irons or preformed metal channel shapes with the conduit and EMT runs held on specific center by U bolts, clips or clamps. Do not support conduit from ceiling suspension wire or from other conduit.

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4. Chain, wire or perforated strap supports will not be acceptable. Nor are they acceptable as a means of securing the conduit.

5. Fasten the clamps and other supports as follows:

a. For new masonry or concrete structures, install threaded metal inserts prior to pouring the concrete.

b. For existing solid masonry or reinforced concrete structures:

1. Install expansion anchors and bolts or approved power-set fasteners.

2. Expansion anchors and bolts shall be not less that 1/4 inch diameter and shall extend not less than 3 inches into the concrete or masonry.

3. Power-set fasteners shall be not less than 1/4-inch diameter and shall extend not less than 1-1/4-inch into the concrete.

c. For hollow masonry install toggle bolts. Bolts supported only by plaster will not be accepted.

d. For metal structures install machine screws.

e. Attachments to wood plug, rawl plug, soft metal insert or wood blocking will not be permitted.

R. For vertical runs of conduit of EMT:

1. Install supports for conduit, EMT, cables and wires at intervals as required by the NEC and as indicated on the drawings.

2. Conduit and EMT supports shall be supported by framing for the floors.

S. Conduits and EMT shall be kept 6" away from parallel runs of steam or hot water pipes.

T. Clogged raceways shall be entirely free of obstructions or shall be replaced.

U. Rigid steel conduit installed underground and in concrete shall be wrapped with

Scotchwrap #50 corrosion protection tape.

V. All empty conduits shall have nylon pull cord installed to provide for installation of cables, conductors or wiring. All empty conduits stubbed out below grade shall have be capped and provided with a concrete marker. All spare conduits stubbed up through slab shall have a cap installed to prevent debris from entering conduit.

W. Do not combine conduit homeruns. Each homerun shall be separately routed directly to panel unless specifically noted otherwise.

X. All conduit routed exposed on the exterior of the building shall be galvanized rigid steel.

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CONDUCTORS 260030 - 1

SECTION 260030 - CONDUCTORS

1.01 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop drawings shall be submitted and shall consist of manufacturer's published literature.

1.02 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable manufacturers are:

1. General 6. Cyprus Rome 13. Colonial Wire

2. Okonite 7. Essex

3. Senator 8. Carol

4. Triangle 9. Southwire

5. Pirelli 10. American

11. Cerro 12. CME

B. All wiring shall be manufactured in the United States.

A. Ratings and sizes:

1. Shall be not less than indicated on the drawings and not less than required by the NEC.

2. Minimum size shall be No. 12 AWG copper provided the maximum voltage drops in the control circuits will not adversely affect the operation of the controls.

3. Conductor sizes indicated on the drawings are for copper conductors.

B. Conductors and ground wires:

1. Shall be copper.

2. Size No. 8 AWG and larger shall be stranded.

3. Size No. 10 AWG and smaller shall be solid.

C. Conductor insulation:

1. Conductor insulation shall be the NEC type THHN/THWN.

D. Wire shall be factory color coded in size No. 10 and smaller. Color shall be by integral pigmentation with a separate color for each phase, neutral and grounding conductor. Color code per phase shall be continuous throughout the project.

E. Manufacturer's name and other pertinent information shall be marked or molded clearly on the overall jacket's outside surface or incorporated on marker tapes within the cables and wires at reasonable intervals along the cables and wires.

F. Cables and wires indicated on the drawings for communication and signaling systems are for typical systems. Install cables and wires for the system being installed.

G. All wiring shall be in conduit unless specifically noted otherwise.

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H. Every coil of wire shall be in the original wrapping and shall bear the Underwriters' Label of approval.

I. Where wires are left for connection to any fixture or an apparatus, spare wire or cables shall be provided at the ends for connections. Fixture connections at the outlet box shall be made with insulated wire connectors.

J. Outer jackets shall be color coded as follows:

1. Three phase or single phase circuits, 120/208 volts:

a. Phase A - Black

b. Phase B - Red

c. Phase C - Blue

d. Neutral - White

e. Insulated ground wire - Green

Note: Where dedicated neutrals are used for receptacle circuits. Outer jacket shall be white with appropriate colored tracer (i.e. white with red tracer, white with blue tracer, white with black tracer).

2. Three phase or single phase circuits, 480/277 volts:

a. Phase A - Brown.

b. Phase B - Orange.

c. Phase C - Yellow.

d. Neutral - Gray.

e. Insulated ground wire - Green.

Note: Where dedicated neutrals are used for lighting circuits. Outer jacket shall be grey with appropriate colored tracer (i.e. grey with brown tracer, grey with orange tracer, grey with yellow tracer).

3. Only for large power cables and wires which do not have color coded jackets: No. 8 and larger.

a. Install bands of adhesive non-fading colored tape or slip-on bands of colored plastic tubing over the cables and wires at their originating and terminations points and at all outlets of junction boxes.

b. Color shall be permanent and shall withstand cleanings.

K. Wiring for signal circuits shall conform to the recommendations of manufacturers of the signal system being installed so the system shall have optimum performance and maximum service continuity. Communication and signaling circuit wiring where run in conduit below grade or in a damp location shall be listed for use in a damp or wet location. Communication and signaling conductors not in conduit shall be rated for plenum use.

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L. No circuit wiring shall be smaller than number 12. Where the homerun exceeds 100'-0" in length, number 10 (minimum) wire shall be used even though all such circuits are not indicated on the plans.

M. When installing THHN extra care must be exercised so as not to damage nylon jacket. When nylon jacket is damaged wiring shall be removed from service, and replaced with new conductors.

END OF SECTION 260030

OUTLETS 260040 - 1

SECTION 260040 - OUTLETS

1.01 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop drawings shall be submitted and shall consist of manufacturer's published literature.

1. Raco

2. Steel City

3. Appleton

4. Hubbell

A. Boxes shall be galvanized pressed sheet steel for all concealed work.

B. Where conduit runs are exposed, outlet shall be of the cast metal type.

C. For concealed work each box shall be provided with a square cornered plaster ring.

D. Each surface lighting fixture, receptacle and switch shall be provided with flush mounted outlet box. All outlets installed in panels and other architectural features shall be centered. The location of any outlet may be moved as much as 10'-0" by the Architect before the outlet is placed without incurring any extra cost. All dimensions refer to the finished floor line. Outlet boxes shall be pressed sheet steel and shall be galvanized for all concealed work. Where conduit runs are exposed outlets shall be of the cast metal type.

E. Boxes shall be for the service and the type of outlet and shall not be less than 4" square and 1-1/2" deep except where otherwise specified. Boxes installed in walls shall be provided with a square cornered 1-1/2" plaster ring installed flush with surface of wall. Coordinate depth of plaster ring required for particular wall construction. Each outlet box above ceiling shall be supported from a structural member of the building either directly or by using a substantial and approved metal support. Conduit is not an approved means of support. Boxes installed in wall shall be supported either directly to a stud or between studs utilizing an approved bar hanger. In no case shall switch box support and clips used for mounting boxes in old work be used unless specifically called for. Top of outlet box shall be level.

F. All ceiling or wall recessed outlet boxes or their associated plaster rings shall be flush with the finished surface. Using coverplate to secure wiring devices or shimming the device is not acceptable. Contractor shall exercise due care when cutting opening in walls or ceilings for outlet boxes so that opening size will permit the proper installation of boxes and devices. Fixture studs in ceilings and bracket outlets shall be bolted with stove bolts or shall be locking type of stud mounting.

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G. In addition to boxes indicated, install enough boxes to prevent damage to cables and wires during pulling-in operations.

H. Remove only knockouts as required and plug unused openings. Use threaded plugs for cast metal boxes and snap-in metal covers for sheet metal boxes.

I. "There shall be no outlets installed back to back. A minimum of 4" shall separate each outlet."

J. Where the volume allowed per conductor exceeds that allowed in Table 370-6(b) of the NEC for the minimum size outlet specified, a larger size outlet box shall be used and shall be sized in accordance with the table noted above.

K. Outlet boxes shall be clean and free from dust, paint, dirt, plaster ready mix joint compound and /or any other debris.

L. Floor boxes shall be:

1. Steel City 665 Series or Walker RFB-4 concealed service floor box and hinged service top, 126 cubic inch total capacity. Floor boxes installed in Second Floor slab shall be Walker RFB-SS shallow type boxes as required for concrete depth.

2. Each box shall be equipped with 2-duplex receptacles, and provision for two low voltage devices. Coordinate low voltage device brackets with Low Voltage Systems Contractor and provide brackets accordingly to coordinate with devices installed.

3. Color of service top shall be as selected by the Architect.

4. Coordinate installation of floor covering with General Contractor.

1.04 LABELING AND IDENTIFICATION

A. All junction box cover plates shall be labeled identifying the system it contains.

The label shall be neatly hand written with a wide tip permanent non-removable marker and be easily identified. Junction boxes containing high voltage wiring shall include panel and circuit designation (ex. HA - 1,3,5 or LA – 2,4,6).

Junction boxes utilized for low voltage system shall be labeled in accordance with the system (ex. FA for Fire Alarm System).

END OF SECTION 260040

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SECTION 260050 - WIRING DEVICES AND DEVICE PLATE

1.01 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit product data under provisions of Section 260000, GENERAL.

B. Provide product data showing configurations, finishes, dimensions, and manufacturer's instructions.

1.02 REFERENCES

A. FS W-C-596 - Electrical Power Connector, Plug, Receptacle, and Cable Outlet.

B. FS W-S-896 - Switch, Toggle.

C. NEMA WD 1 - General-Purpose Wiring Devices.

D. NEMA WD 5 - Specific-Purpose Wiring Devices.

1.03 MANUFACTURERS

A. For the purpose of selecting quality and type of device, equipment manufactured by Hubbell has been specified. The following manufacturers meeting this specification are acceptable:

1. Pass and Seymour

2. Cooper

3. Leviton

1.04 PRODUCTS

A. Switches: All wall switches shall be rated 20 ampere, 120/277 volts, have self grounding provisions, side wiring only and shall be of the silent type. Color shall be grey.

1. Single pole: HBL 1221.

2. Double pole single throw: HBL 1222.

3. Three way: HBL 1223.

4. Four way: HBL 1224.

5. Key switch single pole HBL 1221l, three-way: HBL 1223L, four-way:

HBL 1234L. Three way and four way key switches shall be keyed alike.

6. Single pole, pilot light, red handle (lit in “on” position): HBL 1297.

B. Receptacle: All receptacles shall be of the Specification Grade, Tamper

Resistant (TR) Rated, grounding type, of the configuration shown on the drawings and shall be flush wall mounting type. Color shall be grey.

1. Standard duplex receptacle: 20 ampere, 125 volt, NEMA type 5-20 R, 2 pole, 3 wire, straight blade, U-grounding slot, Specification grade.

Tamper Resistant (TR) Rated, HBL 5362.

2. Power, receptacle with matching plug: 20 ampere, 125/250 volt, NEMA type 14-20, 3 pole 4 wire grounded, straight blade type. HBL 8410.

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3. Power receptacle with matching plug: 20 ampere, 250 volt, NEMA type 6-20R 2-pole, 3 wire grounded, straight blade type. Tamper Resistant (TR) Rated, HBL 5462.

4. Power receptacle with matching plug: 30 ampere, 250 volt, NEMA type

6-30R 2-pole, 3 wire, u-grounded slot, straight blade type. HBL 9330.

5. Power receptacle with matching plug: 50 ampere, 125/250 volt, NEMA type 14-50R, 3-pole, 4 wire grounded, straight blade type. HBL 9450A.

6. Ground fault interrupter receptacle: 20 ampere, 125 volts, NEMA type

5-20R, 2-pole, 3-wire with grounded U slot. Tamper Resistant (TR) Rated, GF 5262.

C. Device plates: Plates shall be furnished for all devices and outlets indicated on the drawings (telephone, computer, TV, etc.). All plates on masonry walls shall be jumbo type.

1. Flush mounted plates: (Non-Secure Areas) Beveled type with smooth rolled outer edge, stainless steel, Type 302.

2. Surface box plates, beveled, galvanized steel, pressure formed for smooth edge to fit box.

3. Die cast weatherproof cover. Lockable hasp vertical mounting.

Intermatic #WP1010MC, Red-Dot, or Tay-Mac.

4. Detention Grade/Security Grade device plates: (Provide in all areas accessible to Inmates/Secure Areas). Tamper resistant wall plate single or double gang duplex receptacle shall have the following construction:

Cover plate: One piece #14 cold rolled zinc plated steel with Safety

Ground-Tab or equivalent redundant ground feature. Plate shall have a five stage baked white polyester powder enamel finish. Gloss: 85%, reflectance: 93% Hardness minimum: 2H and pass 600 hour salt spray test.

Back plate: #10 cold rolled galvanized steel. Plate assembly shall use four (4) #8-32 x ½” stainless steel T-20 TORX head screws with center pin reject. Plate must be UL listed to UL 514A or UL 514D and comply with NEC 410-56(e).

Hubbel #SWP Series, by Pass & Seymour, or Leviton.

5. All security grade device plates shall have “Pick-Proof” security caulk installed at cover plate and wall. See security caulking specification in architectural section. Tamper resistant screws shall also utilize “Loctite” as noted on drawings.

1.05 INSTALLATION

A. Switches:

1. Switches shall be connected to the live side of the circuit and shall control only the outlets indicated.

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2. Conductors shall be looped around the terminal screw.

3. Where more than one switch is indicated in the same location switches shall be gang mounted under a common plate.

4. Where multi-wire switching (360 volt potential) occurs, a barrier shall be provided between switches.

5. Center line of switches in general, shall be set 3'-6" above the floor (off position down) and shall clear the door trim or corner by 4" or center the space occupied.

6. Architectural plans shall be consulted before placing switches so they will in every case be located on the strike side of the door and clear door, chair, window, and baseboard moldings.

7. Switches shall be screwed tight to the boxes and shall not depend on the cover plate to pull them tight.

B. Receptacles:

1. Conductors shall be looped around the terminal screws, "DO NOT

BACK WIRE DEVICES."

2. Receptacles shall be grounded by the green wire bond and shall be pigtailed as shown on the drawings.

3. Receptacles shall be screwed tight to the plaster ring or outlet box and shall not depend on the device plate to pull them tight.

4. Center line of general use receptacles shall be in general, set 18" above the floor with receptacle mounted in the vertical position and with grounding pole at the bottom.

5. Coordinate receptacle height with Architectural drawings and locate so that bottom of receptacle plate shall be 1" above counter or back splash and clear all moldings.

6. Center line of receptacles located adjacent to lavatories in toilets shall be set 3'-6" above floor.

7. Receptacles serving water coolers shall be located within cooler housing or as close to bottom of housing as possible. Cord serving unit shall be as short as possible. In no case shall cord or receptacle be seen from normal viewing angle.

8. All receptacles installed in bathrooms, toilets, within 6 feet of lavatories or sinks or on building exterior shall be ground fault circuit interrupter type.

9. All receptacles installed in kitchens or outdoors shall be GFCI type.

C. Plates:

1. Plates shall be level and all edges shall be in full contact with wall.

2. Plates shall be furnished for all devices and other outlets indicated on the drawings.

3. Install plates on outlet boxes and junction boxes in unfinished areas above ceilings and on surface mounted outlets.

4. Plates shall not be used to keep devices secure.

5. Plates shall be clean and free from dust, plaster or paint and spots.

6. Plate shall cover openings around outlets.

END OF SECTION 260050

LED INTERIOR LIGHTING

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SECTION 260060 - LED INTERIOR LIGHTING

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 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Interior solid-state luminaires that use LED technology.

2. Lighting fixture supports.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 260065 for automatic control of lighting, including time switches, photoelectric relays, occupancy sensors, and multipole lighting relays and contactors.

2. Section 260090 "Lighting Control System" for panelboards used for lighting control.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. CCT: Correlated color temperature.

B. CRI: Color Rendering Index.

C. Fixture: See "Luminaire."

D. IP: International Protection or Ingress Protection Rating.

E. LED: Light-emitting diode.

F. Lumen: Measured output of lamp and luminaire, or both.

G. Luminaire: Complete lighting unit, including lamp, reflector, and housing.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

1. Arrange in order of luminaire designation.

2. Include data on features, accessories, and finishes.

3. Include physical description and dimensions of luminaires.

4. Include emergency lighting units, including batteries and chargers.

5. Include life, output (lumens, CCT, and CRI), and energy efficiency data.

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6. Photometric data and adjustment factors based on laboratory tests[, complying with IESNA Lighting Measurements Testing and Calculation Guides, of each lighting fixture type. The adjustment factors shall be for lamps and accessories identical to those indicated for the lighting fixture as applied in this Project] [IES LM-79] [and] [IES LM- 80].

a. Manufacturers' Certified Data: Photometric data certified by manufacturer's laboratory with a current accreditation under the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program for Energy Efficient Lighting Products.

b. Testing Agency Certified Data: For indicated luminaires, photometric data certified by a qualified independent testing agency. Photometric data for remaining luminaires shall be certified by manufacturer.

B. Shop Drawings: For nonstandard or custom luminaires.

1. Include plans, elevations, sections, and mounting and attachment details.

2. Include details of luminaire assemblies. Indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field connection.

3. Include diagrams for power, signal, and control wiring.

C. Samples: For each luminaire and for each color and texture with standard factory-applied finish.

D. Product Schedule: For luminaires and lamps.[ Use same designations indicated on Drawings.]

1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For luminaires and lighting systems to include in operation and maintenance manuals.

1. Provide a list of all fixture/lamp types used on Project; use ANSI and manufacturers' codes.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Luminaire Photometric Data Testing Laboratory Qualifications: Luminaire manufacturer's laboratory that is accredited under the NVLAP for Energy Efficient Lighting Products.

B. Provide luminaires from a single manufacturer for each luminaire type.

C. Each luminaire type shall be binned within a three-step MacAdam Ellipse to ensure color consistency among luminaires.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Protect finishes of exposed surfaces by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping.

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