Addendum No 3.pdf

COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY

DEPARTMENT FOR FACILITIES AND SUPPORT SERVICES

DIVISION OF ENGINEERING AND CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

INVITATION TO BID NO: RFB-26-25

FOR: Clay Co New District 11 Office KY Transportation Cabinet Manchester, Kentucky

DATE: August 7, 2024

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ADDENDUM NO. Three (3)

BIDDER SHALL CONFORM TO THE FOLLOWING CHANGES AS SAME SHALL BECOME BINDING

UPON THE CONTRACT TO BE ISSUED IN RESPONSE TO THIS INVITATION TO BID.

Item 1: Refer to addendum to be distributed by Lynn Imaging for all additions, deletions, and/or changes to specifications and/or drawings.

END OF ADDENDUM

Invitation to Bid No. RFB-26-25 For: Clay Co New District 11 Office KY Transportation Cabinet Manchester, Kentucky

Kristi Sharp, Statewide Procurement Manager Division of Engineering and Contract Administration

KYTC – Clay County District Office ADDENDUM THREE DECA # 609-C91E-Z001-A26 August 6, 2024

RFB 26-25

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ADDENDUM NUMBER THREE

The Contractor shall conform to the following changes as same shall become binding upon the Contract.

SITE

ITEM 1 Drawing Sheet C5.1, Site Details. Modify Detail G and H as shown on attached sheet.

ARCHITECTURAL

ITEM 2 SPECIFICATION SECTION 084113 – ALUMINUM ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS

1. Reference Section 084113-2.1-B-3-a. Revise aluminum framed glass doors to be 1 3/4” thick.

ITEM 3 SPECIFICATION SECTION 084413 – ALUMINUM CURTAIN WALLS

1. Aluminum curtainwall thickness can be either 2 1/4” or 2 1/2”.

ITEM 4 SPECIFICATION SECTION 095113 – ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

1. Reference Section 095113-2.1-A-1. Modify USG acoustical panel design basis to be Eclipse – Item #76775.

ITEM 5 SPECIFICATION SECTION 123200 – MANUFACTURED CASEWORK

Provided the products meet the specified requirements, add to the list of acceptable manufacturers the following:

1. Stidham Cabinet Inc.

ITEM 6 SPECIFICATION SECTION 102113 – PLASTIC TOILET COMPARTMENTS

1. Change Toilet Compartments and Urinal Screens to solid phenolic core.

2. Phenolic Core shall be compressed cellulose impregnated with phenolic resins. Provide smooth material without creases or ripples.

ITEM 7 SPECIFICATION SECTION 122113 – WINDOW ROLLER SHADES

Contractor shall provide and install window roller shades at all exterior window types AW1, AW2, SF3, SF4 and SF5 as specified below:

Acceptable Manufacturers: Mecho, Hunter Douglas, Levolor Product: Design Basis: Mecho/5 Manual horizontal solar shade Single roller with light filtering fabric (5% openness) Inside window jamb mounting with standard valance Cord loop operation Flammability per NFPA 701 Color per manufacturer’s standard color selections

ITEM 8 SPECIFICATION SECTION 144713 – ELECTRIC CHAIN HOIST

Contractor shall provide and install one electric chain hoist at the location of the hoist beam on the mechanical mezzanine as specified below:

Design Basis: Harrington SNERP005L-20 1/2-ton single phase electric chain hoist, 20’ of lift, push trolley mounted.

Voltage: 115/230 1-60 Provide pendant push button controls for hoist (4’ above mezz. Floor) Install per manufacturer instructions.

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Provide shop drawings for review including electrical information Label monorail with load rating

ITEM 9 DRAWING A-4.11 – INTERIOR ELEVATIONS & DETAILS

1. See attached drawing 9/A-4.11 Lobby Graphic.

2. Provide and install Adhesive vinyl graphic signage for full extents of the west lobby wall.

3. Design will be provided by architect during construction.

ITEM 10 DRAWING A-4.12 RECEPTION DESK ELEVATIONS & DETAILS

1. The wood veneer and solid wood nosing at the reception desk (and built-in benches) shall be white oak.

2. Reference Reveal Detail 7/A-4.12. Exposed edges may have edge banding veneer in lieu of solid hardwood.

HVAC:

ITEM 11 Questions from Contractors:

1. Automated Logic (EMCOR) Controls contractor is sole sourced and has an allowance for this project.

a. HVAC Controls allowance has increased to $364,330.00.

ITEM 12 Specifications:

1. Remove from Addendum #2, specification 23 0900 – Controls contractor “Core Controls”.

Reference allowance for EMCOR.

ITEM 13 Drawings:

1. Sheet M6.3 Flow Diagram: Added WSHP filter notes. Added shut-off butterfly valve to bypass line.

ELECTRICAL:

ITEM 14 Questions from Contractors:

1. Specification section 262416 Part 2.2 calls for surge suppression in panelboards. Is surge protection required for this job? How many and what kind?

a. Provide Type 1 surge protective device on distribution panelboard DL1.

ITEM 15 Specifications:

1. Section 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems revised to include grounding standards and requirements for radio communications tower.

2. Section 27 15 13 Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling

a. Revise Cat6a telecommunications data cabling to Orange thermoplastic

b. Revise Cat6a telecommunications data jack device color to Orange.

c. Revise Cat6a radio communications cabling to Gray thermoplastic.

d. Revise Cat 6a radio communications data jack device color to Gray.

ITEM 16 Drawings:

1. E3.1 – MEZZANINE POWER PLAN

a. Add connection to hoist crane motor.

b. Add coded note 5.

2. E4.1 – FIRST FLOOR TECHNOLOGY PLAN

a. Add video intercom to main entry door outside Lobby 101.

b. Add video intercom to exterior door outside Corr. 100C.

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c. Add auto operator push plate to both vestibuled doors adjacent to Lobby 101.

d. Add door release buttons to reception desk in Lobby 101.

e. Add related coded notes 10-13.

3. E8.3 – ELECTRICAL PANEL SCHEDULES

a. Revise panel schedule ML1

COMMISSIONING

ITEM 17 Add attached SPECIFICATION SECTION 220800 – COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING

ITEM 18 Add attached SPECIFICATION SECTION 230800 – COMMISSIONING OF HVAC

ITEM 19 Add attached SPECIFICATION SECTION 260800 – COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL

Attachments:

Specification Section 260526 – Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems Specification Section 271513 – Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling

Specification Section 220800 – Commissioning of Plumbing Specification Section 230800 – Commissioning of HVAC Specification Section 260800 – Commissioning of Electrical Drawing 9/A-4.11 - Lobby Graphic Drawing C5.1 - Site Details Drawing M6.3 – Flow Diagram Drawing E3.1 – Mezzanine Power Plan Drawing E4.1 – First Floor Technology Plan Drawing E8.3 – Electrical Panel Schedules

END OF ADDENDUM THREE

KYTC – Clay County District Office SECTION 260526

DECA # 609-C91E-Z001-A26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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SECTION 260526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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 grounding and bonding systems and equipment.

B. Section includes grounding and bonding systems and equipment, plus the following special applications:

1. Underground distribution grounding.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

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

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Plans showing dimensioned locations of grounding features specified in "Field Quality Control" Article, including the following:

1. Ground rods.

2. Motorola R56 Standards and Guidelines for Communication Sites - Bounded.

3. Grounding for sensitive electronic equipment.

4. RF Cable Entry Port

B. Field quality-control reports.

1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For grounding to include in emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals.

1. In addition to items specified in Section 017823 "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:

a. Plans showing as-built, dimensioned locations of grounding features specified in "Field Quality Control" Article, including the following:

2. Ground rods.

1) Ground rings.

2) Grounding arrangements and connections for separately derived systems.

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b. Instructions for periodic testing and inspection of grounding features at ground rings based on NETA MTS.

1) Tests shall determine if ground-resistance or impedance values remain within specified maximums, and instructions shall recommend corrective action if values do not.

2) Include recommended testing intervals.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Testing Agency Qualifications: Certified by NETA.

B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

C. Comply with UL 467 for grounding and bonding materials and equipment.

D. Comply with the requirements of the Motorola R56 Standards and Guidelines for Communication Sites. A bounded guide shall be kept on site at all times for immediate reference.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

B. Comply with UL 467 for grounding and bonding materials and equipment.

2.2 MANUFACTURERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to the following:

1. ERICO; a brand of nVent.

2. Harger Lightning & Grounding.

3. O-Z/Gedney; a brand of Emerson Industrial Automation.

4. Thomas & Betts Corporation; A Member of the ABB Group.

2.3 CONDUCTORS

A. Insulated Conductors: Copper wire or cable insulated for 600 V unless otherwise required by applicable Code or authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Bare Copper Conductors:

1. Solid Conductors: ASTM B 3.

2. Stranded Conductors: ASTM B 8.

3. Tinned Conductors: ASTM B 33.

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4. Bonding Cable: 28 kcmil, 14 strands of No. 17 AWG conductor, 1/4 inch (6 mm) in diameter.

5. Bonding Conductor: No. 4 or No. 6 AWG, stranded conductor.

6. Bonding Jumper: Copper tape, braided conductors terminated with copper ferrules; 1-5/8 inches (41 mm) wide and 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) thick.

7. Tinned Bonding Jumper: Tinned-copper tape, braided conductors terminated with copper ferrules; 1-5/8 inches (41 mm) wide and 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) thick.

C. Grounding Bus: Predrilled rectangular bars of annealed copper, 1/4 by 4 inches (6.3 by 100 mm) in cross section, with 9/32-inch (7.14-mm) holes spaced 1-1/8 inches (28 mm) apart. Stand-off insulators for mounting shall comply with UL 891 for use in switchboards, 600 V and shall be Lexan or PVC, impulse tested at 5000 V.

2.4 CONNECTORS

A. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction for applications in which used and for specific types, sizes, and combinations of conductors and other items connected.

B. Welded Connectors: Exothermic-welding kits of types recommended by kit manufacturer for materials being joined and installation conditions.

C. Bus-Bar Connectors: Mechanical type, cast silicon bronze, solderless compression-type wire terminals, and long-barrel, two-bolt connection to ground bus bar.

D. Beam Clamps: Mechanical type, terminal, ground wire access from four directions, with dual, tin-plated or silicon bronze bolts.

E. Cable-to-Cable Connectors: Compression type, copper or copper alloy.

F. Cable Tray Ground Clamp: Mechanical type, zinc-plated malleable iron.

G. Conduit Hubs: Mechanical type, terminal with threaded hub.

H. Ground Rod Clamps: Mechanical type, copper or copper alloy, terminal with hex head bolt.

I. Lay-in Lug Connector: Mechanical type, copper rated for direct burial terminal with set screw.

J. Service Post Connectors: Mechanical type, bronze alloy terminal, in short- and long-stud lengths, capable of single and double conductor connections.

K. Signal Reference Grid Clamp: Mechanical type, stamped-steel terminal with hex head screw.

L. Straps: Solid copper, copper lugs. Rated for 600 A.

M. U-Bolt Clamps: Mechanical type, copper or copper alloy, terminal listed for direct burial.

N. Water Pipe Clamps:

1. Mechanical type, two pieces with zinc-plated bolts.

a. Material: Die-cast zinc alloy.

b. Listed for direct burial.

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2. U-bolt type with malleable-iron clamp and copper ground connector rated for direct burial.

2.5 GROUNDING ELECTRODES

A. Ground Rods: Copper-clad steel; 5/8 by 96 inches (16 by 2400 mm).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 APPLICATIONS

A. Conductors: Install solid conductor for No. 8 AWG and smaller, and stranded conductors for No. 6 AWG and larger unless otherwise indicated.

B. Underground Grounding Conductors: Install bare copper conductor, No. 2/0 AWG minimum.

1. Bury at least 24 inches (600 mm) below grade.

2. Duct-Bank Grounding Conductor: Bury 12 inches (300 mm) above duct bank when indicated as part of duct-bank installation.

C. Grounding Bus: Install in electrical equipment rooms, in rooms housing service equipment, and elsewhere as indicated.

1. Install bus horizontally, on insulated spacers 2 inches (50 mm) minimum from wall, 6 inches (150 mm) above finished floor unless otherwise indicated.

2. Where indicated on both sides of doorways, route bus up to top of door frame, across top of doorway, and down; connect to horizontal bus.

D. Conductor Terminations and Connections:

1. Pipe and Equipment Grounding Conductor Terminations: Bolted connectors.

2. Underground Connections: Welded connectors except at test wells and as otherwise indicated.

3. Connections to Ground Rods at Test Wells: Bolted connectors.

4. Connections to Structural Steel: Welded connectors.

3.2 GROUNDING AT THE SERVICE

A. Equipment grounding conductors and grounding electrode conductors shall be connected to the ground bus. Install a main bonding jumper between the neutral and ground buses.

3.3 GROUNDING SEPARATELY DERIVED SYSTEMS

A. Generator: Install grounding electrode(s) at the generator location. The electrode must be connected to the equipment grounding conductor and to the frame of the generator.

3.4 GROUNDING UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM COMPONENTS

A. Comply with IEEE C2 grounding requirements.

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B. Pad-Mounted Transformers and Switches: Install two ground rods and ground ring around the pad. Ground pad-mounted equipment and noncurrent-carrying metal items associated with substations by connecting them to underground cable and grounding electrodes. Install tinned-copper conductor not less than No. 2 AWG for ground ring and for taps to equipment grounding terminals. Bury ground ring not less than 6 inches (150 mm) from the foundation.

3.5 EQUIPMENT GROUNDING

A. Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with all feeders and branch circuits.

B. Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with the following items, in addition to those required by NFPA 70:

1. Feeders and branch circuits.

2. Lighting circuits.

3. Receptacle circuits.

4. Single-phase motor and appliance branch circuits.

5. Three-phase motor and appliance branch circuits.

6. Flexible raceway runs.

7. Armored and metal-clad cable runs.

8. Busway Supply Circuits: Install insulated equipment grounding conductor from grounding bus in the switchgear, switchboard, or distribution panel to equipment grounding bar terminal on busway.

C. Air-Duct Equipment Circuits: Install insulated equipment grounding conductor to duct-mounted electrical devices operating at 120 V and more, including air cleaners, heaters, dampers, humidifiers, and other duct electrical equipment. Bond conductor to each unit and to air duct and connected metallic piping.

D. Water Heater, Heat-Tracing, and Anti-frost Heating Cables: Install a separate insulated equipment grounding conductor to each electric water heater and heat-tracing cable. Bond conductor to heater units, piping, connected equipment, and components.

E. Isolated Equipment Enclosure Circuits: For designated equipment supplied by a branch circuit or feeder, isolate equipment enclosure from supply circuit raceway with a nonmetallic raceway fitting listed for the purpose. Install fitting where raceway enters enclosure, and install a separate insulated equipment grounding conductor. Isolate conductor from raceway and from panelboard grounding terminals. Terminate at equipment grounding conductor terminal of the applicable derived system or service unless otherwise indicated.

F. Poles Supporting Outdoor Lighting Fixtures: Install grounding electrode and a separate insulated equipment grounding conductor in addition to grounding conductor installed with branch-circuit conductors.

G. Use exothermic welds for all below-grade connections.

H. Signal and Communication Equipment: In addition to grounding and bonding required by NFPA 70, provide a separate grounding system complying with requirements in TIA/ATIS J-STD-607-A and Motorola R56 Standard.

1. For telephone, alarm, voice and data, and other communication equipment, provide insulated grounding conductor in raceway from grounding electrode system to each service location, terminal cabinet, wiring closet, and central equipment location.

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2. Service and Central Equipment Locations and Wiring Closets: Terminate grounding conductor on a 1/4-by-4-by-12-inch (6.3-by-100-by-300-mm) grounding bus.

3. Terminal Cabinets: Terminate grounding conductor on cabinet grounding terminal.

3.6 INSTALLATION

A. Grounding Conductors: Route along shortest and straightest paths possible unless otherwise indicated or required by Code. Avoid obstructing access or placing conductors where they may be subjected to strain, impact, or damage.

B. Ground Bonding Common with Lightning Protection System: Comply with NFPA 780 and UL 96 when interconnecting with lightning protection system. Bond electrical power system ground directly to lightning protection system grounding conductor at closest point to electrical service grounding electrode. Use bonding conductor sized same as system grounding electrode conductor and install in conduit.

C. Ground Rods: Drive rods until tops are 2 inches (50 mm) below finished floor or final grade unless otherwise indicated.

1. Interconnect ground rods with grounding electrode conductor below grade and as otherwise indicated. Make connections without exposing steel or damaging coating if any.

2. Use exothermic welds for all below-grade connections.

3. For grounding electrode system, install at least three rods spaced at least one-rod length from each other and located at least the same distance from other grounding electrodes, and connect to the service grounding electrode conductor.

D. Bonding Straps and Jumpers: Install in locations accessible for inspection and maintenance except where routed through short lengths of conduit.

1. Bonding to Structure: Bond straps directly to basic structure, taking care not to penetrate any adjacent parts.

2. Bonding to Equipment Mounted on Vibration Isolation Hangers and Supports: Install bonding so vibration is not transmitted to rigidly mounted equipment.

3. Use exothermic-welded connectors for outdoor locations; if a disconnect-type connection is required, use a bolted clamp.

E. Grounding and Bonding for Piping:

1. Metal Water Service Pipe: Install insulated copper grounding conductors, in conduit, from building's main service equipment, or grounding bus, to main metal water service entrances to building. Connect grounding conductors to main metal water service pipes;

use a bolted clamp connector or bolt a lug-type connector to a pipe flange by using one of the lug bolts of the flange. Where a dielectric main water fitting is installed, connect grounding conductor on street side of fitting. Bond metal grounding conductor conduit or sleeve to conductor at each end.

2. Water Meter Piping: Use braided-type bonding jumpers to electrically bypass water meters.

Connect to pipe with a bolted connector.

3. Bond each aboveground portion of gas piping system downstream from equipment shutoff valve.

F. Bonding Interior Metal Ducts: Bond metal air ducts to equipment grounding conductors of associated fans, blowers, electric heaters, and air cleaners. Install bonding jumper to bond across flexible duct connections to achieve continuity.

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G. Grounding for Steel Building Structure: Install a driven ground rod at base of each corner column and at intermediate exterior columns at distances not more than 60 feet (18 m) apart.

H. Connections: Make connections so possibility of galvanic action or electrolysis is minimized.

Select connectors, connection hardware, conductors, and connection methods so metals in direct contact are galvanically compatible.

1. Use electroplated or hot-tin-coated materials to ensure high conductivity and to make contact points closer in order of galvanic series.

2. Make connections with clean, bare metal at points of contact.

3. Make aluminum-to-steel connections with stainless-steel separators and mechanical clamps.

4. Make aluminum-to-galvanized-steel connections with tin-plated copper jumpers and mechanical clamps.

5. Coat and seal connections having dissimilar metals with inert material to prevent future penetration of moisture to contact surfaces.

3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Tests and Inspections:

1. After installing grounding system but before permanent electrical circuits have been energized, test for compliance with requirements.

2. Inspect physical and mechanical condition. Verify tightness of accessible, bolted, electrical connections with a calibrated torque wrench according to manufacturer's written instructions.

3. Test completed grounding system at each location where a maximum ground-resistance level is specified, at service disconnect enclosure grounding terminal, and at individual ground rods. Make tests at ground rods before any conductors are connected.

a. Measure ground resistance no fewer than two full days after last trace of precipitation and without soil being moistened by any means other than natural drainage or seepage and without chemical treatment or other artificial means of reducing natural ground resistance.

b. Perform tests by fall-of-potential method according to IEEE 81.

4. Prepare dimensioned Drawings locating each test well, ground rod and ground-rod assembly, and other grounding electrodes. Identify each by letter in alphabetical order, and key to the record of tests and observations. Include the number of rods driven and their depth at each location, and include observations of weather and other phenomena that may affect test results. Describe measures taken to improve test results.

B. Grounding system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.

C. Prepare test and inspection reports.

D. Report measured ground resistances that exceed the following values:

1. Power and Lighting Equipment or System with Capacity of 500 kVA and Less: 10 ohms.

2. Power and Lighting Equipment or System with Capacity of 500 to 1000 kVA: 5 ohms.

3. Power and Lighting Equipment or System with Capacity More Than 1000 kVA: 3 ohms.

4. Power Distribution Units or Panelboards Serving Electronic Equipment: 1 ohm(s).

5. Substations and Pad-Mounted Equipment: 5 ohms.

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E. Excessive Ground Resistance: If resistance to ground exceeds specified values, notify Architect promptly and include recommendations to reduce ground resistance.

END OF SECTION

KYTC – Clay County District Office SECTION 271513

DECA # 609-C91E-Z001-A26 COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING

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SECTION 271513 - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING

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. Category 3 twisted pair cable.

2. Category 6a twisted pair cable.

3. Twisted pair cable hardware, including plugs and jacks.

4. Cabling identification products.

5. Grounding provisions for twisted pair cable.

6. Source quality control requirements for twisted pair cable.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Cross-Connect: A facility enabling the termination of cable elements and their interconnection or cross-connection.

B. EMI: Electromagnetic interference.

C. FTP: Shielded twisted pair.

D. F/FTP: Overall foil screened cable with foil screened twisted pair.

E. F/UTP: Overall foil screened cable with unscreened twisted pair.

F. IDC: Insulation displacement connector.

G. LAN: Local area network.

H. Jack: Also commonly called an "outlet," it is the fixed, female connector.

I. Plug: Also commonly called a "connector," it is the removable, male telecommunications connector.

J. RCDD: Registered Communications Distribution Designer.

K. Screen: A metallic layer, either a foil or braid, placed around a pair or group of conductors.

L. Shield: A metallic layer, either a foil or braid, placed around a pair or group of conductors.

M. S/FTP: Overall braid screened cable with foil screened twisted pair.

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N. S/UTP: Overall braid screened cable with unscreened twisted pairs.

O. UTP: Unscreened (unshielded) twisted pair.

1.4 COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING DESCRIPTION

A. Horizontal cable cabling system shall provide interconnections between Distributor A, Distributor B, or Distributor C, and the equipment outlet, otherwise known as "Cabling Subsystem 1," in the telecommunications cabling system structure. Cabling system consists of horizontal cables, intermediate and main cross-connects, mechanical terminations, and patch cords or jumpers used for horizontal-to-horizontal cross-connection.

1. TIA-568-C.1 requires that a minimum of two equipment outlets be installed for each work area.

2. Horizontal cabling shall contain no more than one transition point or consolidation point between the horizontal cross-connect and the telecommunications equipment outlet.

3. Bridged taps and splices shall not be installed in the horizontal cabling.

B. A work area is approximately 100 sq. ft. (9.3 sq. m), and includes the components that extend from the equipment outlets to the station equipment.

C. The maximum allowable horizontal cable length is 295 feet (90 m). This maximum allowable length does not include an allowance for the length of 16 feet (4.9 m) to the workstation equipment or in the horizontal cross-connect.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Cabling Installer must have personnel certified by BICSI on staff.

1. Layout Responsibility: Preparation of Shop Drawings, cabling administration Drawings, and field testing program development by an RCDD.

2. Installation Supervision: Installation shall be under the direct supervision of Level 2 Installer, who shall be present at all times when Work of this Section is performed at Project site.

3. Testing Supervisor: Currently certified by BICSI as an RCDD to supervise on-site testing.

B. Testing Agency Qualifications: Testing agency must have personnel certified by BICSI on staff.

1. Testing Agency's Field Supervisor: Currently certified by BICSI as an RCDD.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Test cables upon receipt at Project site.

1. Test each pair of twisted pair cable for open and short circuits.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install cables and connecting materials until wet work in spaces is complete and dry, and temporary HVAC system is operating and maintaining ambient

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temperature and humidity conditions at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction period.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. General Performance: Horizontal cabling system shall comply with transmission standards in TIA- 568-C.1, when tested according to test procedures of this standard.

B. Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces: Comply with TIA-569-D.

C. Grounding: Comply with TIA-607-B.

2.2 GENERAL CABLE CHARACTERISTICS

A. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction as complying with the applicable standard and NFPA 70 for the following types:

1. Communications, Plenum Rated: Type CMP complying with UL 1685.

2.3 CATEGORY 3 TWISTED PAIR CABLE

A. Description: Four-pair, balanced-twisted pair cable, certified to meet transmission characteristics of Category 3 cable at frequencies up to 16MHz.

B. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the following:

1. CommScope, Inc.

C. Standard: Comply with ICEA S-90-661, NEMA WC 63.1, and TIA-568-C.2 for Category 3 cables.

D. Conductors: 100-ohm, 24 AWG solid copper.

E. Shielding/Screening: Unshielded twisted pairs (UTP).

F. Cable Rating: Plenum.

G. Jacket: Gray.

2.4 CATEGORY 6a TWISTED PAIR CABLE

A. Description: Four-pair, balanced-twisted pair cable, certified to meet transmission characteristics of Category 6a cable at frequencies up to 500MHz.

B. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the following:

1. CommScope, Inc.

C. Standard: Comply with TIA-568-C.2 for Category 6a cables.

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D. Conductors: 100-ohm, 23 AWG solid copper.

E. Shielding/Screening: Unshielded twisted pairs (UTP).

F. Cable Rating: Plenum.

G. Jacket

1. Telecommunications Data: Orange thermoplastic.

2. Radio Communications Cabling: Gray thermoplastic

2.5 TWISTED PAIR CABLE HARDWARE

A. Description: Hardware designed to connect, splice, and terminate twisted pair copper communications cable.

B. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the following:

1. CommScope, Inc.

C. General Requirements for Twisted Pair Cable Hardware:

1. Comply with the performance requirements of Category 6a.

2. Comply with TIA-568-C.2, IDC type, with modules designed for punch-down caps or tools.

3. Cables shall be terminated with connecting hardware of same category or higher.

D. Source Limitations: Obtain twisted pair cable hardware from single source from single manufacturer.

E. Connecting Blocks:

1. 110-style IDC for Category 6a.

2. Provide blocks for the number of cables terminated on the block, plus 25 percent spare, integral with connector bodies, including plugs and jacks where indicated.

F. Cross-Connect: Modular array of connecting blocks arranged to terminate building cables and permit interconnection between cables.

1. Number of Terminals per Field: One for each conductor in assigned cables.

G. Patch Panel: Modular panels housing numbered jack units with IDC-type connectors at each jack location for permanent termination of pair groups of installed cables.

1. Features:

a. Universal T568A and T568B wiring labels.

b. Labeling areas adjacent to conductors.

c. Replaceable connectors.

d. 24 or 48 ports.

2. Construction: 16-gauge steel and mountable on 19-inch (483 mm) equipment racks.

3. Number of Jacks per Field: One for each four-pair cable indicated.

H. Patch Cords: Factory-made, four-pair cables in 36-inch (900-mm) lengths; terminated with an eight-position modular plug at each end.

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1. Patch cords shall have bend-relief-compliant boots and color-coded icons to ensure performance. Patch cords shall have latch guards to protect against snagging.

2. Patch cords shall have color-coded boots for circuit identification.

I. Plugs and Plug Assemblies:

1. Male; eight position; color-coded modular telecommunications connector designed for termination of a single four-pair, 100-ohm, unshielded or shielded twisted pair cable.

2. Standard: Comply with TIA-568-C.2.

3. Marked to indicate transmission performance.

J. Jacks and Jack Assemblies:

1. Female; eight position; modular; fixed telecommunications connector designed for termination of a single four-pair, 100-ohm, unshielded or shielded twisted pair cable.

2. Designed to snap-in to a patch panel or faceplate.

3. Standard: Comply with TIA-568-C.2.

4. Marked to indicate transmission performance.

5. Device Color

a. Telecommunications Data: Orange

b. Radio communications: Gray

K. Faceplate:

1. Four port, vertical single gang faceplates designed to mount to single gang wall boxes.

2. For use with snap-in jacks accommodating any combination of twisted pair, optical fiber, and coaxial work area cords.

a. Flush mounting jacks, positioning the cord at a 45-degree angle.

L. Legend:

1. Machine printed, in the field, using adhesive-tape label.

2. Snap-in, clear-label covers and machine-printed paper inserts.

2.6 IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS

A. Comply with TIA-606-B and UL 969 for a system of labeling materials, including label stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks used by label printers.

2.7 GROUNDING

A. Comply with requirements in Section 270526 "Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems" for grounding conductors and connectors.

B. Comply with TIA-607-B.

2.8 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to evaluate cables.

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B. Factory test cables on reels according to TIA-568-C.1.

C. Factory test twisted pair cables according to TIA-568-C.2.

D. Cable will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.

E. Prepare test and inspection reports.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 WIRING METHODS

A. Wiring Method: Install cables in raceways and cable trays, except within consoles, cabinets, desks, and counters and except in accessible ceiling spaces, attics, and gypsum board partitions where unenclosed wiring method may be used. Conceal raceway and cables, except in unfinished spaces.

1. Install plenum cable in environmental air spaces, including plenum ceilings.

B. Wiring within Enclosures: Bundle, lace, and train cables within enclosures. Connect to terminal points with no excess and without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii. Provide and use lacing bars and distribution spools. Install conductors parallel with or at right angles to sides and back of enclosure.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF PATHWAYS

A. Comply with requirements for demarcation point, cabinets, and racks specified in Section 271100 "Communications Equipment Room Fittings."

B. Comply with Section 270528 "Pathways for Communications Systems."

C. Comply with Section 270529 "Hangers and Supports for Communications Systems."

D. Comply with Section 270536 "Cable Trays for Communications Systems."

E. Drawings indicate general arrangement of pathways and fittings.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF TWISTED-PAIR HORIZONTAL CABLES

A. Comply with NECA 1 and NECA/BICSI 568.

B. General Requirements for Cabling:

1. Comply with TIA-568-C.0, TIA-568-C.1, and TIA-568-C.2.

2. Comply with BICSI's "Information Transport Systems Installation Methods Manual

(ITSIMM), Ch. 5, "Copper Structured Cabling Systems," "Cable Termination Practices" Section.

3. Install 110-style IDC termination hardware unless otherwise indicated.

4. Do not untwist twisted pair cables more than 1/2 inch (12 mm) from the point of termination to maintain cable geometry.

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5. Terminate all conductors; no cable shall contain unterminated elements. Make terminations only at indicated outlets, terminals, cross-connects, and patch panels.

6. MUTOA shall not be used as a cross-connect point.

7. Consolidation points may be used only for making a direct connection to equipment outlets:

a. Do not use consolidation point as a cross-connect point, as a patch connection, or for direct connection to workstation equipment.

b. Locate consolidation points for twisted-pair cables at least 49 feet (15 m) from communications equipment room.

8. Cables may not be spliced. Secure and support cables at intervals not exceeding 30 inches (760 mm) and not more than 6 inches (150 mm) from cabinets, boxes, fittings, outlets, racks, frames, and terminals.

9. Install lacing bars to restrain cables, prevent straining connections, and prevent bending cables to smaller radii than minimums recommended by manufacturer.

10. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii, but not less than radii specified in BICSI Information Transport Systems Installation Methods Manual, Ch. 5, "Copper Structured Cabling Systems," "Cable Termination Practices" Section. Use lacing bars and distribution spools.

11. Do not install bruised, kinked, scored, deformed, or abraded cable. Do not splice cable between termination, tap, or junction points. Remove and discard cable if damaged during installation, and replace it with new cable.

12. Cold-Weather Installation: Bring cable to room temperature before dereeling. Heat lamps shall not be used for heating.

13. In the communications equipment room, install a 10-foot- (3-m-) long service loop on each end of cable.

14. Pulling Cable: Comply with BICSI Information Transport Systems Installation Methods Manual, Ch. 5, "Copper Structured Cabling Systems," "Pulling and Installing Cable" Section. Monitor cable pull tensions.

C. Open-Cable Installation:

1. Install cabling with horizontal and vertical cable guides in telecommunications spaces with terminating hardware and interconnection equipment.

2. Suspend twisted pair cabling, not in a wireway or pathway, a minimum of 8 inches (200

mm) above ceilings by cable supports not more than 60 inches (1524 mm) apart.

3. Cable shall not be run through structural members or in contact with pipes, ducts, or other potentially damaging items.

D. Group connecting hardware for cables into separate logical fields.

E. Separation from EMI Sources:

1. Comply with recommendations from BICSI's "Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual" and TIA-569-D for separating unshielded copper communication cable from potential EMI sources, including electrical power lines and equipment.

2. Separation between open communications cables or cables in nonmetallic raceways and unshielded power conductors and electrical equipment shall be as follows:

a. Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: A minimum of 5 inches (127 mm).

b. Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 12 inches (300 mm).

c. Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 24 inches (600 mm).

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3. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic raceways and unshielded power lines or electrical equipment shall be as follows:

a. Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: A minimum of 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).

b. Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 6 inches (150 mm).

c. Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 12 inches (300 mm).

4. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic raceways, power lines, and electrical equipment located in grounded metallic conduits or enclosures shall be as follows:

a. Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: No requirement.

b. Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 3 inches (76 mm).

c. Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 6 inches (150 mm).

5. Separation between Communications Cables and Electrical Motors and Transformers, 5 kVA or HP and Larger: A minimum of 48 inches (1200 mm).

6. Separation between Communications Cables and Fluorescent Fixtures: A minimum of 5 inches (127 mm).

3.4 FIRESTOPPING

A. Comply with requirements in Section 078413 "Penetration Firestopping."

B. Comply with TIA-569-D, Annex A, "Firestopping."

C. Comply with "Firestopping Systems" Article in BISCI's "Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual."

3.5 GROUNDING

A. Install grounding according to the "Grounding, Bonding, and Electrical Protection" chapter in BICSI's "Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual."

B. Comply with TIA-607-B and NECA/BICSI-607.

C. Locate grounding bus bar to minimize the length of bonding conductors. Fasten to wall, allowing at least a 2-inch (50-mm) clearance behind the grounding bus bar. Connect grounding bus bar to suitable electrical building ground, using a minimum No. 4 AWG grounding electrode conductor.

D. Bond metallic equipment to the grounding bus bar, using not smaller than a No. 6 AWG equipment grounding conductor.

3.6 IDENTIFICATION

A. Cable and Wire Identification:

1. Label each cable within 4 inches (100 mm) of each termination and tap, where it is accessible in a cabinet or junction or outlet box, and elsewhere as indicated.

2. Each wire connected to building-mounted devices is not required to be numbered at the device if wire color is consistent with associated wire connected and numbered within panel or cabinet.

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3. Exposed Cables and Cables in Cable Trays and Wire Troughs: Label each cable at intervals not exceeding 15 feet (4.5 m).

4. Label each terminal strip, and screw terminal in each cabinet, rack, or panel.

a. Individually number wiring conductors connected to terminal strips, and identify each cable or wiring group, extended from a panel or cabinet to a building-mounted device, with the name and number of a particular device.

b. Label each unit and field within distribution racks and frames.

5. Identification within Connector Fields in Equipment Rooms and Wiring Closets: Label each connector and each discrete unit of cable-terminating and -connecting hardware. Where similar jacks and plugs are used for both voice and data communication cabling, use a different color for jacks and plugs of each service.

B. Labels shall be preprinted or computer-printed type, with a printing area and font color that contrast with cable jacket color but still comply with TIA-606-B requirements for the following:

1. Cables use flexible vinyl or polyester that flexes as cables are bent.

3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Perform tests and inspections.

B. Tests and Inspections:

1. Visually inspect jacket materials for NRTL certification markings. Inspect cabling terminations in communications equipment rooms for compliance with color-coding for pin assignments, and inspect cabling connections for compliance with TIA-568-C.1.

2. Visually inspect cable placement, cable termination, grounding and bonding, equipment and patch cords, and labeling of all components.

3. Test twisted pair cabling for DC loop resistance, shorts, opens, intermittent faults, and polarity between conductors. Test operation of shorting bars in connection blocks. Test cables after termination but not cross-connection.

a. Test instruments shall meet or exceed applicable requirements in TIA-568-C.2.

Perform tests with a tester that complies with performance requirements in "Test Instruments (Normative)" Annex, complying with measurement accuracy specified in "Measurement Accuracy (Informative)" Annex. Use only test cords and adapters that are qualified by test equipment manufacturer for channel or link test configuration.

C. Data for each measurement shall be documented. Data for submittals shall be printed in a summary report that is formatted similarly to Table 10.1 in BICSI's "Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual," or shall be transferred from the instrument to the computer, saved as text files, printed, and submitted.

D. Remove and replace cabling where test results indicate that they do not comply with specified requirements.

E. End-to-end cabling will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.

F. Prepare test and inspection reports.

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END OF SECTION

KYTC – Clay County District Office SECTION 220800

DECA #609-C91E-Z001-A26 COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS

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SECTION 220800 – COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

B. Owner's Project Requirements and Systems Basis of Design documentation are included by reference.

C. Commissioning Plan and Appendices.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. Section includes commissioning process requirements for Plumbing Systems, assemblies, and equipment.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 017900 – Demonstration and Training

2. Section 019113 - General Commissioning Requirements

3. Section 019113.13 – Functional Testing

4. Division 22 Sections for plumbing equipment and assemblies.

1.03 SYSTEMS COMMISSIONED

A. Domestic Hot Water System

B. Water Heaters

C. Recirculating Pumps

D. Thermostatic Mixing Valves

E. Plumbing Fixtures

F. Utility Metering

1.04 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Attending Construction Phase Commissioning Conference.

B. Satisfy applicable project Owner's Project Requirements.

C. Review the Commissioning Plan prepared by Commissioning Provider (CxP).

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D. Cooperate with the Commissioning Provider for resolution of issues recorded in the Issues Tracking Log.

Responses are anticipated one week of finding and notification.

E. Attend Commissioning Team Meetings.

F. Integrate and Coordinate commissioning process activities into Construction Schedule.

G. Review, accept, and support execution of Construction Checklists provided and performed by the CxP.

H. Review and accept Functional Test Procedures provided by the CxP.

I. Support completion of Functional Test Procedures, including seasonal and any deferred test procedures.

J. Evaluate performance deficiencies identified in test reports and, in collaboration with the entity responsible for system and equipment installation, recommend corrective action.

K. Cooperate with the CxP for resolution of issues recorded in the Issues Tracking Log. Resolution will occur within one week of finding and notification.

L. Provide Owner training as directed in equipment specification sections and Section 017900.

M. Provide O&M Manuals as required by the Architect/Engineer (A/E).

N. Provide project specific close-out documents as required for the systems manual per Project

Requirements/LEEDv4.0: Enhanced Commissioning Credit.

O. Provide access to electrical, water, scaffolding, man-lifts, of other mechanical conveyances used by the contractors to perform their work during functional and performance testing under the direction of the

CxP. If mechanical conveyances are unavailable during the commissioning process, the General

Contractor (GC) will provide the necessary equipment for the access required.

P. For descriptions of these responsibilities reference the Commissioning Plan and Related Sections.

1.05 COMMISSIONING PROVIDER'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. See 1.07 of specification section 019113.

1.06 COMMISSIONING SUBMITTALS

A. Equipment submittals for commissioned systems, assemblies, equipment, and components will be reviewed by the CxP as part of the normal submission procedure.

B. A copy of related testing reports shall be provided to the CxP as indicated in this Section and the

Commissioning Plan.

1.07 COMMISSIONING DOCUMENTATION

A. Contractor shall provide the following information to the CxP during the commissioning process for inclusion in the Commissioning Plan:

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1. Process and schedule for supporting execution of Construction Checklists for Plumbing Systems, assemblies, equipment, and components to be verified and tested.

2. Process and schedule for startups of Plumbing Systems, assemblies, equipment, and components to be verified and tested.

3. Process and schedule for supporting completion of Functional Testing for commissioned plumbing systems.

4. Any comments on the CxP prepared Construction Checklists and Functional Tests.

5. Plan and Method of Owner Training.

B. In addition to the requirements detailed in applicable Division 22 sections, the Contractor shall provide the following information, in electronic form, to the A/E and/or GC for inclusion in the Commissioning

Close-out Documentation:

1. Identification of installed systems, assemblies, equipment, and components including design changes that occurred during the construction phase.

2. Test and inspection reports and certificates.

3. As-Built Documentation, O+M Manuals and Warranties.

4. Response to Issues Tracking Log entries.

5. A record of Owner training sessions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS [NOT USED]

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 CONSTRUCTION CHECKLISTS PREPARATION

A. Refer to Section 019113 - General Commissioning Requirements for complete procedures and requirements.

3.02 CONSTRUCTION CHECKLISTS EXECUTION

A. Refer to Section 019113 - General Commissioning Requirements for complete procedures and requirements.

3.03 FUNCTIONAL TEST PREPARATION

A. Refer to Section 019113.13 – Functional Testing for complete procedures and requirements.

3.04 GENERAL FUNCTIONAL TESTING REQUIREMENTS

A. Refer to Section 019113.13 – Functional Testing for complete procedures and requirements.

3.05 FUNCTIONAL TEST EXECUTION

A. Refer to Section 019113.13 – Functional Testing for description of tasks to complete for this project.

3.06 POST ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

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A. Refer to Section 019113.13 – Functional Testing for complete seasonal or deferred testing procedures and requirements.

3.07 OWNER TRAINING

A. Refer to Section 017900 – Demonstration and Training for Owner Training requirements for this project.

END OF SECTION 220800

KYTC – Clay County District Office SECTION 230800

DECA #609-C91E-Z001-A26 COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS

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SECTION 230800 – COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

B. Owner's Project Requirements and Systems Basis of Design documentation are included by reference.

C. Commissioning Plan and Appendices.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. Section includes commissioning process requirements for HVAC Systems, assemblies, and equipment.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 017900 – Demonstration and Training

2. Section 019113 - General Commissioning Requirements

3. Section 019113.13 – Functional Testing

4. Division 23 sections for HVAC equipment and assemblies

1.03 SYSTEMS COMMISSIONED

A. Water to Air Heatpumps

B. Hydronic Pumps

C. Cooling Tower

D. Boilers

E. Mini-split Systems

F. Packaged Rooftop Unit

G. General Ventilation and Exhaust Fans

H. DDC Systems

I. Air Distribution System

J. Hydronic Distribution System

K. Utility Metering

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1.04 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Attending Construction Phase Commissioning Conference.

B. Satisfy applicable project Owner's Project Requirements.

C. Review the Commissioning Plan prepared by Commissioning Provider (CxP).

D. Attend Commissioning Team Meetings.

E. Integrate and coordinate…