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United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

Final Submittal Specifications Task Order No. AG-5114-D-09-0083 Contract No. AG-3K15-53-3K15-4-1500 Order Date. 11/11/09 BED Project No. 0413-08-11

DFRC Repair Mechanical Systems CCRU – Repair Greenhouse Cooling System USDA-ARS, Dairy Forage Research Center Madison, WI

BY:

Architect Bailey Edward Design

35. E. Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60601 312-440-2300

MEP Consultant KJWW

DATE: January 8, 2009

United States Department of Agriculture` USDA Task Order No. AG-5114-D-09-0083

Contract No: 53-3K15-4-1500

USDA-ARS Madison, WI Dairy Forage Research Center & Cereal Crops Research Unit

Table of Contents

Specifications

Division 01 – General Requirements

Section 01 00 00 General Requirements

Division 22 – Plumbing

Section 22 05 00 Basic Plumbing Requirements

Section 22 05 05 Plumbing Demolition for Remodeling

Section 22 05 29 Plumbing Supports and Anchors

Section 22 09 00 Instrumentation

Section 22 10 00 Plumbing Piping

Section 22 30 00 Plumbing Equipment

Division 23 – HVAC

Section 23 05 00 Basic HVAC Requirements

Section 23 05 03 Through Penetration Firestopping

Section 23 05 05 HVAC Demolition for Remodeling

Section 23 05 29 HVAC Supports and Anchors

Section 23 05 53 HVAC Identification

Section 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

Section 23 07 13 Ductwork Insulation

Section 23 07 19 HVAC Piping Insulation

Section 23 09 13 Instrumentation

Section 23 21 00 Hydronic Piping

Section 23 22 00 Steam and Steam Condensate Piping

Section 23 22 18 Steam and Steam Condensate Specialties

Section 23 31 00 Ductwork

Section 23 33 00 Ductwork Accessories

United States Department of Agriculture` USDA Task Order No. AG-5114-D-09-0083

Contract No: 53-3K15-4-1500

USDA-ARS Madison, WI Dairy Forage Research Center & Cereal Crops Research Unit

Section 23 57 00 Heat Exchangers

Section 23 82 00 Terminal Heat Transfer Units

Section 23 82 16 Air Coils

Division 26 – Electrical

Section 26 05 00 Basic Electrical Requirements

Section 26 05 05 Electrical Demolition for Remodeling

Section 26 05 13 Wire and Cable

Section 26 05 31 Boxes

Section 26 05 33 Conduit

Section 26 05 53 Electrical Identification

END OF TOC

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MADISON DFRC REPAIR MECHANICAL SYSTEM & REPAIR

CCRU GREENHOUSE COOLING

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

FINAL SUBMITTAL

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 00 00 - 1

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

A. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Midwest Area has a project entitled Repair Mechanical System at DFRC and Repair Greenhouse Cooling System at CCRU both in Madison, Wisconsin.

B. The work includes but is not limited to: furnishing all labor, supervision, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, and other necessary work to replace and/or modify the existing mechanical systems.

C. The work consists of the following but is not limited to:

Base Bid: Fan Coil Unit Replacement in the greenhouses at the Cereal Crops Research Unit - The following work is included:

Replace three existing fan coil units associated with the greenhouses.

Rework ductwork to isolate each greenhouse from each other and from the main building system.

Replace chilled water piping to the fan coil units with larger piping.

Add insulation to the exposed heating water piping in the greenhouses.

Construction to be phased so that only one greenhouse is taken out of operation at a time.

Bid Option #1: Domestic hot water heat exchanger replacement at the Dairy Forage Research Center The following work is included:

Replace the domestic hot water heat exchanger in the penthouse.

Construction to occur so that it limits disruption to the users of the facility.

Bid Option #2: Coil replacement in AHU-1 at the Dairy Forage Research Center

The cooling coil and steam heating coil in AHU-1 will be replaced with new coils.

Associated piping, valving and controls will also be replaced.

The cooling coil will be replaced in the winter during chilled water shutdown and the steam heating coil will be replaced in the summer.

Construction involving air handling unit shutdown will occur on the weekends.

Bid Option #3: Damper replacement in AHU-1 at the Dairy Forage Research Center

The dampers and controls in AHU-1 will be replaced.

Construction involving air handling unit shutdown will occur on the weekends.

Bid Option #4: Heat exchanger replacement at the Dairy Forage Research Center

Replace the two steam to water heat exchangers in the penthouse that serve the radiation throughout the building.

Replace associated piping, valving and controls.

Construction to occur during the summer when limited heat is needed in the building.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. The Contracting Officer (CO) is the Government’s official representative on this solicitation/project.

B. A Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) will be appointed to assist

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the CO and be the principal contact with the Contractor during this project.

C. The Owner as referenced in the technical specifications and on the Drawings, is the US

Government and is represented by the CO and COTR.

D. The Contracting Office may utilize the assistance of an Architect/Engineer (AE) to carry-out portions of the contractual management of this project. The responsibilities and authorities delegated to the AE (Architect) will be defined in writing.

E. The Dairy Forage Research Center will be referred to as (DFRC) in the remainder of this specification section.

F. The Cereal Crops Research Unit will be referred to as (CCRU) in the remainder of this specification section.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION AREA

A. The Contractor shall limit his construction activities, including materials, storage, to areas designated by the Owner’s Representative.

1.4 COORDINATION

A. The Contractor shall recognize that the Owner’s facilities will remain in operation during the construction period.

B. The COTR will cooperate with the Contractor to vacate the areas of work when required.

C. The Contractor shall advise the COTR of progression to new areas of work at least two weeks in advance of such move.

D. The Contractor shall maintain exits and drives in a continually usable condition and inform the COTR of potential conflict.

E. The Contractor shall provide the Owner with a Construction Schedule prior to the beginning of construction activities. The schedule shall meet the CO’s requirement for occupancy of the facility. The schedule shall be updated by the Contractor no less than once monthly.

F. The Contractor shall be required to sign in and sign out at both facilities (DFRC & CCRU) each day.

G. The Contractor shall coordinate with the building manager’s for access into restricted/locked spaces.

H. One (1) parking space will be designated for the Contractor at the DFRC. The Contractor must coordinate all other parking arrangements with the University.

I. The Contractor shall coordinate with CCRU building manager for designated staging areas.

1.5 EXISTING FACILITIES

A. Damage caused by the Contractor to existing facilities shall be restored by the Contractor at no expense to the Owner.

B. Underground Utilities

1. The Contractor shall exercise care to protect underground pipelines, tunnels, and duct banks from heavy vehicular traffic. Provide all materials and installations necessary for protection of existing utilities.

2. If existing utilities are encountered during construction which are not shown on plans, and which have not been field located prior to encountering same, Contractor shall immediately stop work in that area and notify CO. COTR will make a determination as to nature of utility and direct contractor as to what action is to be taken.

C. Paved, lawn, and landscaped areas

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1. Contractor’s vehicles may not be driven into lawn areas without prior approval of the COTR. All areas that are disturbed by construction shall be restored to original or better condition; including restoring finished grades, re-seeding of disturbed lawn areas, replacement of damaged plantings, and replacement of damaged sidewalks/paved areas. Work shall be paid for by the Contractor. In those cases where it is necessary to drive such a vehicle or vehicles, the Contractor shall provide planking material upon which to drive. The Contractor shall be held responsible for damages if these procedures are not followed.

2. Lawn areas which are disturbed by construction shall be repaired and paid for by the Contractor.

1.6 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Perform all Work in accordance with the latest editions of the International building code, International Fire Code, Wisconsin Enrolled Code, and state and local codes with all current revisions.

B. Where references are made to Federal, State, technical associations or other specifications and standards, the latest editions that are in effect at the date shown on the Drawings and Specifications shall apply. If such specifications or standards are revised prior to completion of any part of the Work to which such revision would pertain, CONTRACTOR may, if approved by COTR perform such Work in accordance with the revised specifications or standards.

C. SAFETY AND HEALTH

1. The work shall be governed by applicable provisions of the general law, including the latest amendments of the following:

William-Steiger Occupational Safety & Health Act of 1970, Public Law 91-596.

Part 1910 - Occupational Safety & Health Standards, Chapter XVII of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations.

Part 1518 - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction, Chapter XIII of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations.

D. ACCIDENT PREVENTION

1. The safety provisions of applicable laws, building and construction codes shall be observed.

Machinery, equipment and all hazards shall be guarded or eliminated in accordance with the safety provisions of the latest edition of the Manual of Accident Prevention in Construction, published by the associated General Contractors of America, to the extent that such provisions are not in contravention of applicable laws.

E. FIRE PROTECTION

1. During the construction period provide fire protection. Provide one (1) U.L. listed multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguisher (2A20BC) rating at roof. This requirement is in addition to the Owner’s present equipment.

2. Shields of noncombustible material shall be used when welding or cutting is done.

3. Preparation of flammable compounds nonstorage and such inside the building is prohibited.

4. Gasoline and other flammable and volatile fluids having low flash point and ignition temperatures shall not be stored or handled in the building.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCES

A. Once every two (2) weeks, a construction conference shall be held on site unless CO grants permission for attendance via teleconference. Representatives of OWNER, ARCHITECT and CONTRACTOR shall be required to attend all such conferences unless prior permission is given for being absent. These

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conferences shall be held for the purpose of coordinating the Project Schedule and for discussing those topics which affect several parties involved in the Project. Meeting minutes shall be recorded and distributed by Architect.

1.8 SHOP DRAWINGS AND SUBMITTALS

A. Where called for in the Technical Specifications, the CONTRACTOR shall Submit Shop Drawings and Technical Submittals for review and approval by the ARCHITECT and OWNER prior to delivery of materials to the site.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall submit all shop drawings & samples to the A-E for review and approval. A minimum of six (6) should be submitted to the A/E for review. Once approved, the contractor shall send two (2) copies to the MWA, One (2) copy to representative on site. If approved the A-E will retain two

(2) copies. This is an overall total of six (6). The contractor shall submit additional submittals as needed.

C. ARCHITECT’S review is for general conformance with design concept and Contract Documents.

Markings for comments shall not be construed as releasing CONTRACTOR from compliance with Contract Documents. Contractor is responsible for details and accuracy, for confirming and correlating quantities and dimensions, for selection of fabrication processes, for technique of assembly, and for performing work in a safe manner.

D. Substitutions After Letting.

1. ARCHITECT will consider only those proposals for substitutions that are accompanied by complete technical data and all other required information.

2. ARCHITECT will consider substitutions for those products specifically required under the following conditions. Proposed substitution:

a. Is shown by written evidence or certified as equal to what was specified as to construction, efficiency, and utility.

b. Is accompanied by written evidence of equality or difference in availability.

c. Is accompanied by written evidence of equality or savings in price, and if difference in price, Contract shall be altered by Change Order to credit OWNER with all savings.

OWNER will not be liable for additional costs due to substitutions.

d. Shall be coordinated throughout the Work by Contractor.

e. Shall not be acquired or made part of the Work until approved in writing by the ARCHITECT

3. Decisions of ARCHITECT are final with respect to approval of substitutions.

E. Contract Closeout Submittals

1. Instruction Manual

a. Upon completion of the Work and before final acceptance, prepare a loose-leaf binder containing all installation, instruction, and maintenance manuals and literature supplied with equipment and materials incorporated in the Work.

b. Include manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions and parts lists, clearly designated for types and models provided.

c. Furnish the binder to ARCHITECT, who will review the contents for completeness and forward it to

OWNER.

2. Maintenance Manuals

a. The Contractor shall, before final acceptance, submit six (6) copies of a bound manual for all new equipment, including full maintenance and operating instructions, parts inventory, sources of purchase and similar information.

b. The Contractor shall, upon delivery of new equipment at the project site, provide to the Owner, six

(6) copies of the maintenance and operating instructions.

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1.9 CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES

A. CONTRACTOR may provide temporary storage facilities as required for protection of materials and equipment in a location as directed by the COTR. Coordinate this location with the CCRU building manager.

B. Water & restrooms will be available to CONTRACTOR at both sites (DFRC & CCRU).

C. Water and electrical power is available at the Site for temporary utilities. CONTRACTOR shall establish temporary power and water for the work. CONTRACTOR shall provide all hoses and power cords necessary to complete the work. If there are any additional needs outside of what is provided at the site, the CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for providing the additional needs at their own expense.

E. No other utilities will be provided by the OWNER.

F. CONTRACTOR, subcontractors and their employees, shall not enter building or facilities not specifically a part of this contract. Permission for access required by CONTRACTOR may be granted by OWNER under OWNER’S restrictions and limitations.

1.10 MEASUREMENTS

A. Use figured dimensions on the plans in place of scaling. Before ordering any material or doing any work, the Contractor shall verify all measurements at the site and shall be responsible for the correctness of same. Where discrepancies occur between actual dimensions and the measurement as shown on the Drawings; the difference which may be found shall be submitted to the COTR for consideration before proceeding with the work.

1.11 REMOVAL OF DEBRIS AND CLEAN-UP

A. Debris generated by demolition activity shall be removed from the job site in a dumpster furnished by the Contractor on the same day it is generated. Disposal shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

END OF SECTION 01 00 00

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SECTION 22 05 00

BASIC PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Requirements applicable to all Division 22 Sections. Also refer to Division 01 - General Requirements.

B. All materials and installation methods shall conform to the applicable standards, guidelines and codes referenced in the specification section.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

A. This Specification and the associated drawings govern the furnishing, installing, testing and placing into satisfactory operation the Mechanical Systems.

B. Each Contractor shall provide all new materials indicated on the drawings and/or in these specifications, and all items required to make his portion of the Mechanical Work a finished and working system.

1.3 WORK SEQUENCE

A. All work that will produce excessive noise or interference with normal building operations, as determined by the Owner, shall be scheduled with the Owner. It may be necessary to schedule such work during unoccupied hours. The Owner reserves the right to determine when restricted construction hours will be required.

B. Schedule overtime for the following work:

1. Refer to drawings.

C. Itemize all work and list associated hours and pay scale for each item.

1.4 DIVISION OF WORK BETWEEN CONTRACTORS

A. Division of work is the responsibility of the Contractor. Any scope of work described at any location on the contract document shall be sufficient for including said requirement in the project. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for determining the appropriate subcontractor for the described scope. In no case shall the project be assessed an additional cost for scope that is described on the bid documents on bid day.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Contractor’s Responsibility Prior to Submitting Pricing Data:

1. The Contractor is responsible for constructing complete and operating systems.

The Contractor acknowledges and understands that the Contract Documents are a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional object, subject to human interpretation. This representation may include imperfect data, interpreted codes, utility guidelines, three-dimensional conflicts, and required field coordination items. Such deficiencies can be corrected when identified prior to ordering material and starting installation. The Contractor agrees to carefully study and compare the individual Contract Documents and report at once in writing to the Design Team any deficiencies the Contractor may discover. The Contractor further agrees to require each subcontractor to likewise study the documents and report at once any deficiencies discovered.

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2. The Contractor shall resolve all reported deficiencies with the Architect/Engineer prior to awarding any subcontracts, ordering material, or starting any work with the Contractor’s own employees. Any work performed prior to receipt of instructions from the Design Team will be done at the Contractor’s risk.

B. Qualifications:

1. Only products of reputable manufacturers as determined by Engineer are acceptable.

2. Contractor shall employ only workers skilled in their trades.

C. Compliance with Codes, Laws, Ordinances:

1. Conform to all requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.

2. If there is a discrepancy between the codes and regulations and these specifications, the Contractor shall send in a request for clarification.

3. If the Contractor notes, at the time of bidding, any parts of the drawings or specifications that do not comply with the codes or regulations, he shall bid off of specifications and drawings.

4. All changes to the system made after letting of the contract, to comply with codes or requirements of Inspectors, shall be made by the Contractor without cost to the Owner.

5. If there is a discrepancy between manufacturer's recommendations and these specifications, the manufacturer's recommendations shall govern.

6. All rotating shafts and/or equipment shall be completely guarded from all contact.

Partial guards and/or guards that do not meet all applicable OSHA standards are not acceptable. Contractor is responsible for providing this guarding if it is not provided with the equipment supplied.

D. Permits, Fees, Taxes, Inspections:

1. Procure all applicable permits and licenses.

2. Abide by all laws, regulations, ordinances, and other rules of the State or Political Subdivision where the work is done, or as required by any duly constituted public authority.

3. Pay all charges for permits or licenses.

4. Pay all fees and taxes imposed by the State, Municipal and/or other regulatory bodies.

5. Pay all charges arising out of required inspections by an authorized body.

6. Pay all charges arising out of required contract document reviews associated with the project and as initiated by the Owner or authorized agency/consultant.

E. Examination of Drawings:

1. The drawings for the plumbing work are completely diagrammatic, intended to convey the scope of the work and to indicate the general arrangements and locations of equipment, outlets, etc., and the approximate sizes of equipment.

2. Contractor shall determine the exact locations of equipment and rough-ins, and the exact routing of pipes and ducts to best fit the layout of the job.

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3. Scaling of the drawings is not sufficient or accurate for determining these locations.

4. Where job conditions require reasonable changes in indicated arrangements and locations, such changes shall be made by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Owner.

5. Because of the scale of the drawings, certain basic items, such as fittings, boxes, valves, unions, etc., may not be shown, but where required by other sections of the specifications or required for proper installation of the work, such items shall be furnished and installed.

6. If an item is either on the drawings or in the specifications, it shall be included in this contract.

7. Determination of quantities of material and equipment required shall be made by the Contractor from the documents. Where discrepancies arise between drawings, schedules and/or specifications, the greater number shall govern.

8. Where used in mechanical documents, the word "furnish" shall mean supply for use, the word "install" shall mean connect complete and ready for operation, and the word "provide" shall mean to supply for use and connect complete and ready for operation.

a. Any item listed as furnished shall also be installed, unless otherwise noted.

b. Any item listed as installed shall also be furnished, unless otherwise noted.

F. Field Measurements:

1. Verify all pertinent dimensions at the job site before ordering any materials or fabricating any supports, pipes or ducts.

G. Electronic Media/Files:

1. Construction drawings for this project have been prepared utilizing AutoCAD Release 2009.

2. Contractors and Subcontractors may request electronic media files of the contract drawings and/or copies of the specifications. Specifications will be provided in PDF format.

3. Upon request for electronic media, the Contractor shall complete and return a signed “Electronic File Transmittal” form provided by KJWW.

4. If the information requested includes floor plans prepared by others, the Contractor will be responsible for obtaining approval from the appropriate Design Professional for use of that part of the document.

5. The electronic contract documents can be used for preparation of shop drawings and as-built drawings only. The information may not be used in whole or in part for any other project.

6. The drawings prepared by KJWW for bidding purposes may not be used directly for ductwork layout drawings or coordination drawings.

7. The use of these CAD documents by the Contractor does not relieve them from their responsibility for coordination of work with other trades and verification of space available for the installation.

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8. The information is provided to expedite the project and assist the Contractor with no guarantee by KJWW as to the accuracy or correctness of the information provided. KJWW accepts no responsibility or liability for the Contractor’s use of these documents.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals shall be required for the following items, and for additional items where required elsewhere in the specifications or on the drawings.

1. Submittals list:

Submittal Item Referenced Specification Section

a. Owner Training Agenda 22 05 00

b. Plumbing Material List Items Refer to drawings

B. In addition to the provisions of Division 01, the following provisions are required:

1. Submittals shall include all fabrication, erection, layout, and setting drawings;

manufacturers' standard drawings; schedules; descriptive literature, catalogs and brochures; performance and test data; wiring and control diagrams; and all other drawings and descriptive data of materials of construction as may be required to show that the materials, equipment or systems and the location thereof conform to the requirements of the contract documents.

2. The Contractor shall submit six (6) copies of each shop drawing for review by the Architect/Engineer BEFORE releasing any equipment for manufacture or shipment.

3. Shop drawings which are larger than 11"x 17" or are plan size layout or erection drawings shall be submitted on reproducible media. Submit one reproducible and one print of each drawing or plan. All Contractor approval stamps shall be made on the reproducible.

4. The Contractor shall thoroughly review and approve all shop drawings before submitting them to the Architect/Engineer. CONTRACTOR’S APPROVAL

STAMP IS REQUIRED ON ALL SUBMITTALS. APPROVAL WILL INDICATE

THE CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW of all material and a COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING OF EXACTLY WHAT IS TO BE FURNISHED. Contractor shall clearly mark all deviations from the contract documents on all submittals. IF

DEVIATIONS ARE NOT MARKED BY THE CONTRACTOR, THEN THE ITEM

SHALL BE REQUIRED TO MEET ALL DRAWING AND SPECIFICATION

REQUIREMENTS.

5. The Contractor shall clearly mark each item with the same nomenclature applied on the drawings or in the specifications.

6. The Contractor shall clearly indicate the size, finish, material, etc.

7. Assemble and submit by specification section numbers for all submittals. All sets shall be identical and contain an index of the items enclosed with a general topic description on the cover.

8. Each set shall be bound in a manufacturer's folder or inside of a manila file folder.

9. Where more than one model is shown on a manufacturer's sheet, the Contractor shall clearly indicate exactly which item and which data is relevant to the work.

10. Failure to comply with the above shall be reason to resubmit all shop drawing submittals.

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11. The Engineer's responsibility shall be to review one set of shop drawing submittals for each product.

C. Provide Schedule of Values:

1. Application forms: Use AIA Document Continuation Sheets G703 (or similar) as the form for application.

2. Provide line items on the Schedule of Values including:

a. Contractor General Conditions (mobilization, bonds, insurance, etc.).

b. Plumbing (sanitary waste & vent, domestic water piping, pipe insulation, water heater, etc.).

c. Piping (refrigerant, heating, cooling, pipe insulation, etc.).

3. Change orders shall have schedule of values broken out as listed above submitted with each change order.

4. Coordinate with the Project Engineer the items included in the Schedule of Values.

1.7 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS' INSPECTION

A. The following equipment shall not be placed in operation until a competent installation and service representative of the manufacturer has inspected the installation and certified that the equipment is properly installed, adjusted and lubricated; that preliminary operating instructions have been given; and that the equipment is ready for operation:

1. Fire Seal Systems.

B. Contractor shall arrange for and obtain supplier's on-site inspection(s) at proper time(s) to assure each phase of equipment installation and/or connection is in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

C. Submit copies of start-up reports to the Architect/Engineer and include copies of Owner’s Operation and Maintenance Manuals.

1.8 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, HANDLING & MAINTENANCE

A. Exercise care in transporting and handling to avoid damage to materials. Store materials on the site to prevent damage. Keep materials clean, dry and free from harmful conditions. Immediately remove any materials that become wet or that are suspected of becoming contaminated with mold or other organisms.

B. Keep all bearings properly lubricated and all belts properly tensioned and aligned.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. Provide one-year warranty, unless otherwise noted, to the Owner for all fixtures, equipment, materials, and workmanship.

B. The warranty period for all work in this Division of the specifications shall commence on the date of final acceptance, unless a whole or partial system or any separate piece of equipment or component is put into use for the benefit of any party other than the installing contractor with prior written authorization. In this instance, the warranty period shall commence on the date when such whole system, partial system or separate piece of equipment or component is placed in operation and accepted in writing by the Owner.

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C. Warranty requirements shall extend to correction, without cost to the Owner, of all Work found to be defective or nonconforming to the contract documents. The Contractor shall bear the cost of correcting all damage resulting from defects or nonconformance with contract documents.

1.10 INSURANCE

A. Contractor shall maintain insurance coverage as set forth in the Government’s contract requirements of these specifications.

1.11 MATERIAL SUBSTITUTION

A. Where several manufacturers’ names are given, the manufacturer for which a catalog number is given is the basis for job design and establishes the quality required.

B. Equivalent equipment manufactured by the other named manufacturers may be used.

Contractor shall ensure that all items submitted by these other manufacturers meet all requirements of the drawings and specifications, and fits in the allocated space.

C. Any material, article or equipment of other unnamed manufacturers which will adequately perform the services and duties imposed by the design and is of a quality equal to or better than the material, article or equipment identified by the drawings and specifications may be used if approval is secured in writing from the Architect/Engineer not later than ten days prior to the bid opening.

D. This Contractor assumes all costs incurred as a result of using the offered material, article or equipment, on his part or on the part of other Contractors whose work is affected.

E. All material substitutions requested later than ten (10) days prior to bid opening must be listed as voluntary changes on the bid form.

F. Final determination on substitutions shall be approved by Owner / A/E. Contractor to provide sufficient details to show compliance and equality.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

NOT APPLICABLE

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 JOBSITE SAFETY

A. Neither the professional activities of the Engineer, nor the presence of the Engineer or his or her employee and subconsultants at a construction site, shall relieve the Contractor and other entity of their obligations, duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to, construction means, methods, sequence, techniques or procedures necessary for performing, superintending or coordinating all portions of the work of construction in accordance with the contract documents and any health or safety precautions required by any regulatory agencies. The Engineer and his or her personnel have no authority to exercise any control over any construction contractor or other entity or their employees in connection with their work or any health or safety precautions. The Contractor is solely responsible for jobsite safety. The Engineer and the Engineer’s consultants shall be indemnified and shall be made additional insureds under the Contractor’s general liability insurance policy.

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3.2 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. The following paragraphs supplement the requirements of Division 01.

B. Final Jobsite Observation:

1. In order to prevent the Final Jobsite Observation from occurring too early, the Contractor is required to review the completion status of the project and certify that the job is ready for the final jobsite observation.

C. The following shall be submitted prior to the Contractor submitting final payment application.

1. Operation and maintenance manuals with copies of approved shop drawings.

2. Record documents including marked-up drawings and specifications.

3. A report documenting the instructions given to the Owner's representatives complete with the number of hours spent in the instruction. The report shall bear the signature of an authorized agent of This Contractor and shall be signed by the Owner's representatives.

4. Start-up reports on all equipment requiring a factory installation inspection or start-up.

5. Provide spare parts, maintenance, and extra materials in quantities specified in individual specification sections. Deliver to project site and place in location as directed; receipt by Architect/Engineer required prior to final payment approval.

3.3 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

A. Submit three properly indexed and bound copies, in ‘D’ Ring style notebooks, of the Operations and Maintenance Instructions to the Architect/Engineer. Make all corrections or additions required.

B. Manuals shall be completed and in the Owner's possession prior to Owner's acceptance and at least 10 days prior to instruction of operating personnel.

C. Operation and maintenance data shall consist of written instructions for the care, maintenance, and operation of all equipment and systems. Include all instruction books, cards, and manuals furnished with the equipment.

3.4 INSTRUCTING THE OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVES

A. Adequately instruct the Owner's designated representatives in the maintenance, care, and operation of all systems installed under this contract.

B. Provide verbal and written instructions to the Owner's representatives by FACTORY PERSONNEL in the care, maintenance, and operation of the equipment and systems.

C. The Owner has the option to video tape all instructions. Coordinate schedule of instructions to facilitate this recording.

D. The instructions shall include:

1. Explanation of all system flow diagrams.

2. Maintenance of equipment.

3. Start-up procedures for all major equipment.

4. Explanation of seasonal system changes.

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E. The Architect/Engineer shall be notified of the time and place instructions will be given to the Owner's representatives so he or his representative can attend if desired.

F. Minimum hours of instruction for each item shall be:

1. Domestic Hot Water System - 8 hours.

G. The Contractor shall prepare a detailed, written training agenda and submit it to the Architect/Engineer a minimum of four weeks prior to the formal training for approval. The written agenda shall include specific training points within the items described above. For example: how to adjust setpoints, troubleshooting, proper start-up, proper shut-down, seasonal changes, draining, venting, changing filters, changing belts, etc. Failure to provide and follow an approved training agenda may result in additional training required at the expense of the Contractor.

H. Operating Instructions:

1. Contractor is responsible for all instructions to the Owner's representatives for the mechanical and control systems.

2. If the Contractor does not have staff that can adequately provide the required instructions he shall include in his bid an adequate amount to reimburse the Owner for the Engineer to perform these services.

3.5 SYSTEM COMMISSIONING

A. The plumbing systems shall be complete and operating. System start-up, testing, balancing, and satisfactory system performance is the responsibility of the Contractor.

This includes calibration and adjustments of all controls, noise level adjustments and final adjustments as required.

B. Contractor shall adjust the plumbing systems and controls at season changes during the one year warranty period, as required, to provide satisfactory operation and to prove performance of all systems in all seasons.

C. All operating conditions and control sequences shall be tested during the start-up period.

Test all interlocks, safety shutdowns, controls, and alarms.

D. The Contractor, subcontractors, and equipment suppliers shall have skilled technicians to ensure that all systems perform properly. The Contractor shall pay the Owner for services required that are product, installation or workmanship related. Payment is due within 30 days after services are rendered.

3.6 RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. The following paragraph supplements Division 01 requirements:

Contractor shall maintain at the job site a separate and complete set of plumbing drawings and specifications on which he shall clearly and permanently mark in complete detail all changes made to the plumbing systems.

B. Mark drawings to indicate revisions to piping size and location, both exterior and interior;

including locations devices, requiring periodic maintenance or repair; actual equipment locations, dimensioned from column lines; actual inverts and locations of underground piping; concealed equipment, dimensioned from column lines; mains and branches of piping systems, with valves and control devices located and numbered, concealed unions located, and with items requiring maintenance located; Change Orders; concealed control system devices.

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C. Before completion of the project, a set of reproducible plumbing drawings will be given to the Contractor for transfer of all as-built conditions from the paper set maintained at the job site. All marks on reproducibles shall be clear and permanent.

D. Mark specifications to show approved substitutions; Change Orders, and actual equipment and materials used.

E. Record changes daily and keep the marked drawings available for the Architect/Engineer's examination at any normal work time.

F. Upon completing the job, and before final payment is made, give the marked-up drawings to the Architect/Engineer.

3.7 ADJUST AND CLEAN

A. Thoroughly clean all equipment and systems prior to the Owner's final acceptance of the project. Clean all foreign paint, grease, oil, dirt, labels, stickers, and other foreign material from all equipment.

B. Clean all areas where moisture is present. Immediately report any mold, biological growth, or water damage.

C. Remove all rubbish, debris, etc., accumulated during construction from the premises.

3.8 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor shall coordinate the installation of all equipment, valves, dampers, operators, etc., with other trades to maintain clear access area for servicing.

B. All equipment shall be installed in such a way to maximize access to parts needing service or maintenance. Review the final field location, placement, and orientation of equipment with the Owner’s designated representative prior to setting equipment.

C. Installation of equipment or devices without regard to coordination of access requirements and confirmation with the Owner’s designated representative will result in removal and reinstallation of the equipment at the Contractor’s expense.

3.9 IAQ MAINTENANCE FOR OCCUPIED FACILITIES UNDER CONSTRUCTION

A. Contractors shall make all reasonable efforts to prevent construction activities from affecting the air quality of the occupied areas of the building or outdoor areas near the building. These measures shall include, but not be limited to:

1. All contractors shall endeavor to minimize the amount of contaminants generated during construction. Methods to be employed shall include, but not be limited to:

a. Minimizing the amount of dust generated.

b. Reducing solvent fumes and VOC emissions.

c. Maintain good housekeeping practices, including sweeping and periodic dust and debris removal. There should be no visible haze in the air.

2. To minimize growth of infectious organisms, do not permit damp areas in or near the construction area to remain for over 24 hours.

3. In addition to the criteria above, provide measures as recommended in the SMACNA “IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction”.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 22 05 05

PLUMBING DEMOLITION FOR REMODELING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Mechanical demolition.

B. Cutting and Patching.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and equipment shall be as specified in individual Sections.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. THE DRAWINGS ARE INTENDED TO INDICATE THE GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK

AND DO NOT SHOW EVERY PIPE, DUCT, OR PIECE OF EQUIPMENT THAT MUST

BE REMOVED. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL VISIT THE SITE AND VERIFY

CONDITIONS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING A BID.

B. Where walls, ceilings, etc., are shown as being removed on general drawings, the Contractor shall remove all mechanical equipment, devices, fixtures, piping, ducts, systems, etc., from the removed area.

C. Where ceilings, walls, partitions, etc., are temporarily removed and replaced by others, This Contractor shall remove, store, and replace equipment, devices, fixtures, pipes, ducts, systems, etc.

D. Verify that abandoned utilities serve only abandoned equipment or facilities. Extend services to facilities or equipment that shall remain in operation following demolition.

E. Coordinate work with all other Contractors and the Owner. Schedule removal of equipment to avoid conflicts.

F. Contractor shall verify all existing equipment sizes and capacities where equipment is scheduled to be replaced or modified, prior to ordering new equipment.

G. Bid submittal shall mean the Contractor has visited the project site and verified existing conditions and scope of work.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Disconnect plumbing systems in walls, floors, and ceilings scheduled for removal.

B. Provide temporary connections to maintain existing systems in service during construction. When work must be performed on operating equipment, use personnel experienced in such operations.

C. Existing Plumbing System: Maintain service to all plumbing fixtures until new piping is installed. Obtain permission from Owner at least 48 hours before shutting down system

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3.3 DEMOLITION AND EXTENSION OF EXISTING MECHANICAL WORK

A. Demolish and extend existing plumbing work under provisions of Division 2 and this Section.

B. Remove, relocate, and extend existing installations to accommodate new construction.

C. Remove abandoned piping to source of supply and/or main lines.

D. Remove exposed abandoned pipes, including abandoned pipes above accessible ceilings. Cut pipes above ceilings, below floors and behind walls. Cap remaining lines.

Repair building construction to match original. Remove all clamps, hangers, supports, etc. associated with pipe and duct removal.

E. Disconnect and remove mechanical devices and equipment serving equipment that has been removed.

F. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during demolition and extension work.

G. Extend existing installations using materials and methods compatible with existing installations, or as specified.

H. Remove unused sections of domestic water piping back to mains and cap. Capped pipe shall be less than 2 feet from main to prevent “dead legs”.

I. Temporarily cap all openings to the sanitary and vent system to prevent odor from entering the work area and building.

3.4 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Contractor is responsible for all penetrations of existing construction required to complete the work of this project. Refer to Section 22 05 29 for additional requirements.

B. Penetrations in existing construction should be reviewed carefully prior to proceeding with any work.

C. Penetrations shall be neat and clean with smooth and/or finished edges. Core drill where possible for clean opening.

D. Repair existing construction as required after penetration is complete to restore to original condition. Use similar materials and match adjacent construction unless otherwise noted or agreed to by the Architect/Engineer prior to start of work.

E. Floor slab is post-tensioned. All penetrations shall be x-rayed prior to cutting and/or drilling to avoid any tension cables or utilities encased in floor construction.

F. Floor slabs may contain conduit systems. This Contractor is responsible for taking any measures required to ensure no conduits or other services are damaged. This includes x-ray or similar non-destructive means.

G. Contractor is responsible for all costs incurred in repair, relocations, or replacement of any cables, conduits, or other services if damaged without proper investigation.

3.5 CLEANING AND REPAIR

A. Clean and repair existing materials and equipment which remain or are to be reused.

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B. Clean all systems adjacent to project which are affected by the dust and debris caused by this construction.

C. PLUMBING ITEMS REMOVED AND NOT RELOCATED REMAIN THE PROPERTY OF

THE OWNER. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL DISPOSE OF MATERIAL THE OWNER

DOES NOT WANT TO REUSE OR RETAIN FOR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES.

3.6 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Install temporary filter media over outside air intakes which are within 100 feet of the limits of construction or as noted on the drawings. This Contractor shall complete any cleaning required for existing systems which are affected by construction dust and debris.

B. Review locations of all new penetrations in existing floor slabs or walls. Determine construction type and review for possible interferences. Bring all concerns to the attention of the Architect/Engineer before proceeding.

C. All medical gas piping scheduled for removal, relocation, extension, and/or revision will require re-certification by an independent agency acceptable to the Owner and NFPA-99 requirements. All testing shall conform to NFPA-99.

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SECTION 22 05 29

PLUMBING SUPPORTS AND ANCHORS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Hangers, Supports, and Associated Anchors.

B. Equipment Bases and Supports.

1.2 WORK FURNISHED BUT INSTALLED UNDER OTHER SECTIONS

A. Furnish sleeves and hanger inserts to Contractor for placement into formwork.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. MSS SP-58 - Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design, and Manufacture.

B. MSS SP-69 - Pipe Hangers and Supports - Selection and Application.

C. MSS SP-89 - Pipe Hangers and Supports - Fabrication and Installation Practices.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit shop drawings and product data under provisions of Section 22 05 00.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 HANGER RODS

A. Hanger rods for single rod hangers shall conform to the following:

Pipe Size Hanger Rod Diameter

Column #1 Column #2 2" and smaller 3/8" 3/8" 2-1/2"through 3-1/2" 1/2" 1/2" 4" and 5" 5/8" 1/2" 6" 3/4" 5/8"

Column #1: Cast iron pipe.

Column #2: Copper and plastic pipe.

B. Rods for double rod hangers may be reduced one size. Minimum rod diameter is 3/8 inches.

C. Hanger rods and accessories used in mechanical spaces or otherwise dry areas shall have ASTM B633 electro-plated zinc finish.

2.2 PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. All pipe hangers, clamps, and supports shall conform to Manufacturers Standardization Society MSS-SP-69.

B. Oversize all hangers, clamps, and supports on insulated piping to allow insulation and jacket to pass through unbroken. This applies to both hot and cold pipes.

C. Ferrous hot piping 2-1/2 inches and larger shall have steel saddles tack welded to the pipe at each support at a depth not less than the specified insulation. Factory fabricated inserts may be used.

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Acceptable Products:

Anvil - Fig. 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165

Cooper/B-Line - Fig. 3160, 3161, 3162, 3163, 3164, 3165 Erico - Model 630, 631, 632, 633, 634, 635

Nibco/Tolco - Fig. 260-1, 261-1 1/2, 262-2, 263-2 1/2, 264-3, 265-4

D. On all insulated piping, provide a semi-cylindrical metallic shield and fire resistant vapor barrier jacket.

E. As an alternative to separate pipe insulation insert and saddle, properly sized integral rigid insulation sections may be used for this application.

Acceptable Products:

Cooper/B-Line - Fig. B3380 through B3384

Pipe Shields - A1000, A2000 Erico - Model 124, 127

F. Support and laterally brace vertical pipes at every floor level in multi-story structures, but never at intervals over 15 feet. Support vertical pipes with riser clamps installed below hubs, couplings or lugs welded to the pipe.

Acceptable Products:

Anvil - Fig. CT121

Cooper/B-Line - Fig. B3373CT Erico - Model 510

Nibco/Tolco - Fig. 82

G. Place restrained neoprene mounts beneath vertical pipe riser clamps to prevent sweating of cold pipes. Insulate over mounts.

Acceptable Products: Mason RBA, RCA, or BR.

H. Hangers in direct contact with copper pipe shall be coated with plastic with appropriate temperature range. HYDRA-ZORB clamps are permitted for this application for bare pipes within their temperature limits of - 65°F to + 275°F.

I. Unless otherwise indicated, hangers shall be as follows:

1. Clevis Type:

Service: Bare Metal Pipe

Rigid Plastic Pipe Insulated Cold Pipe Insulated Hot Pipe - 3 inches and Smaller

Acceptable Products: Bare Steel, Plastic or Insulated Pipe

Bare Copper Pipe

Anvil Fig. 260 Fig. CT65 Cooper/B-Line Fig. 3100 Fig. B3104CT Erico Model 400 Model 402 Nibco/Tolco Fig. 1 Fig. 81

2. Roller Type:

Service: Insulated Hot Pipe - 4 inches and Larger

Acceptable Products: 4" through 6" 8" and Above Anvil Fig. 181, 271 Fig. 171, 271 Cooper/B-Line Fig. 3110, 3117 Fig. 3114, 3117 Erico Model 610 Model 605 Nibco/Tolco Fig. 324, 327 Fig. 322, 327

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3. Adjustable Swivel Ring Type:

Service: Bare Metal Pipe - 4 inches and Smaller

Acceptable Products: Bare Steel Pipe Bare Copper Pipe Anvil Fig. 69 Fig.