SiteElectricalFinalSpecifications4_6_2015.pdf

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR THE

FOREST LODGE ELECTRICAL UPGRADES

USDA-FOREST SERVICE

CHEQUAMEGON-NICOLET NATIONAL FOREST

Cable, Wisconsin

Prepared by:

U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc.

100 Portage Street

Houghton, MI 49931 UPEA Job No.: U28-14366

November 3, 2014

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U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region, Region 9 Lake States Acquisition Team Forest Lodge Site Electrical Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Bayfield County, Wisconsin

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 0 – PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS PAGES THROUGH

(Applied to all Contractors) (Addenda are to be bound in this volume in order of issuance)

000101 Project Title Page 1 000102 Table of Contents 3

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIRMENTS

011000 Summary of Work 2 012500 Substitution Procedures 2 013300 Submittal Procedures 4 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls 3 017310 Cutting and Patching 4 017700 Closeout Procedures 2

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260500 General Electrical Requirements 5 260502 Electrical Demolition 3 260503 Equipment Wiring 3 260519 Conductors and Cables 2 260526 Grounding and Bonding 6 260529 Hangers and Supports 2 260533 Raceways and Boxes 2 262200 Transformers 2 262416 Panelboard 3 262823 Enclosed Circuit Breakers 5

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

310513 Soils for Earthwork 2 310516 Aggregates 1 312317 Trenching 2 312323 Fill 3 312513 Erosion Control 2

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

320190 Aggregate Base Course 2 321116 Landscape Grading 1 321123 Seeding 1

SECTION 011000

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

The conditions of the contract relating to the work specified herein also apply to this section. Applicable provisions of Division 00-Procurement and Contracting Requirements, and Division 01- General Requirements shall govern work under this section.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Work in all sections is subject to the provisions of the Instructions to Bidders, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and all other parts of the Contract Documents.

Reference Standards: Each section of the specifications generally includes a list of reference standards. The purpose of this list is to furnish the Contractor with a list of standards normally used for outlining the quality control desired on the project. The lists are not intended to be complete or all inclusive, but serve as a general reference of standards that are regularly referred to.

Materials: Each section of the specifications may include reference to various material types and/or products which may or may not be intended for use on the respective project. Unless otherwise stated, the Contractor will be allowed to furnish only that material listed in the bid proposal documents and/or construction plans.

WORK COVERED BY THE CONTRACT

The Work covered by the Contract Documents is:

U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region, Region 9 Lake States Acquisition Team Forest Lodge Site Electrical Bayfield County, Wisconsin

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, taxes, services, equipment, and any other incidental or collateral work or items necessary to complete the project in accordance with the design specifications.

An abbreviated description of the specified Work is as follows:

The work includes the rehabilitation of the existing historical Gatehouse at Forest Lodge. The work includes updates to the spaces to provide ADA accessible parking, and ramp, rooms, and facilities; updates to room finishes, mechanical, plumbing (including a new well) and electrical equipment. The work also includes foundation repairs.

WORK SEQUENCE

Construct work in stages; assure building and adjoining roof areas remain watertight.

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CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

Confine operations at site to areas permitted by:

Law

Ordinances

Permits

These Contract Documents

Assume full responsibility for protection and safekeeping of material and products stored on or off premises.

Move any stored material or products which interfere with operations of Owner or other Contractors.

Obtain and pay for use of additional storage or work areas needed for operation.

TIME OF COMPLETION

Work shall be totally completed by the following date: October 1, 2015

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 012500

SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The conditions of the contract relating to the work specified herein also apply to this section. Applicable provisions of Division 00-Procurement and Contracting Requirements, and Division 01- General Requirements shall govern work under this section.

CONTRACTOR’S OPTIONS

For products specified by naming products or manufacturer’s followed by other words:

Select any product and manufacturer names

Submit request, as required for substitution, for any product not specifically named.

SUBSTITUTION REQUESTS

Owner’s Representative will consider written requests for substitutions, received at least seven (7) days prior to Bid Date (at 5:00 PM); requests received after that time will not be considered.

If proposed substitution is approved, such approvals will be set forth in an Addendum. Bidders shall not rely upon approvals made in any other manner.

After date of contract, the Owner may consider formal requests from Contractor for substitution of products in place of those specified when submitted in accordance with the requirements of this Section. One or more of the following conditions must also be documented:

The substitution must be required for compliance with final interpretation of code requirements or insurance requirements.

The substitution must be due to the unavailability of the specified products, through no fault of the Contractor. The Contractor’s inability to obtain licensing agreements or related manufacturer’s approvals for the specified products does NOT render the specified products unavailable.

The substitution may be requested when subsequent information discloses the inability of the specified products to perform properly or fit in the designated space.

The substitution may be requested when it is clearly seen, in the judgment of the Owner’s Representative that a substitution would be in the Owner’s best interests in terms of cost, time, or other considerations.

Submit two copies of request for substitution. Include in request:

Product identification, including manufacturer’s name and address.

Manufacturer’s literature, including product description, performance and test date, and reference standards.

Name and address of similar projects where product was used and date of installation.

Itemized comparison of proposed substitution with product or method specified.

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Data relating to changes in construction schedule.

For request submitted after bids are received, accurate cost data on proposed substitution in comparison with product or method specified.

In making request for substitution, manufacturer (or contractor where contractor is initiating request) makes the following representations:

They have personally investigated proposed product, and determined that function, appearance, and quality are equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

They will provide the same guarantee for substitution as for product specified.

They will coordinate installation of accepted substitution into Work, making such changes as may be required for Work to be complete in all respects.

The proposed substitution does not affect dimensions shown on the drawings.

The undersigned will pay for changes to the building design, including engineering and detailed costs caused by the requested substitution.

The proposed substitution has no effect on other trades, the construction schedule, or specified warranty requirements.

Maintenance and service parts are available locally for the proposed substitution.

They waive all claims for additional costs related to substitution that subsequently becomes apparent.

Cost data is complete and includes all related costs under this contract, but excludes:

Cost under separate contracts.

Design consultants redesign.

Substitutions will not be considered if:

They are indicated or implied on these shop drawings or product data submittals without request submitted in accordance with this section.

Acceptance will require substantial revision of contract documents.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not used)

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SECTION 013300 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

The conditions of the contract relating to the work specified herein also apply to this section. Applicable provisions of Division 00-Procurement and Contracting Requirements, and Division 01- General Requirements shall govern

WORK INCLUDED

This section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for handling submittals.

GENERAL PROCEDURES

Coordinate submittal preparation with performance of construction activities, and with purchasing or fabrication, delivery, other submittals and related activities. Transmit in advance of performance of related activities to avoid delay.

Coordinate transmittal of different submittals for related elements so processing will not be delayed by the need to review concurrently for coordination. The Owner’s Representative reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination until related submittals are received.

PROCESSING

Allow two weeks for initial review. Allow more time if processing must be delayed for coordination with other submittals. The Owner’s Representative will advise the Contractor when a submittal must be delayed for coordination. Allow two weeks for reprocessing each submittal.

No extension of time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals in sufficient advance of the Work to permit processing.

CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

Submit a fully developed, bar-chart type construction schedule, within 30 days of the date established for Commencement of the Work. Provide a separate bar for each construction activity and a vertical line to identify the first working day of each week. Use the breakdown of units of Work as indicated in the "Schedule of Values."

Secure commitments for performing critical construction operations from parties involved. Coordinate each activity with other activities and show proper sequence; include minor elements involved in the construction sequence.

Indicate sequences necessary for completion of related portions.

Coordinate the Construction Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, Submittal Schedule, progress reports, payment requests and other schedules.

Indicate completion in advance of the date established for Substantial Completion. Indicate Substantial Completion on the Schedule to allow time for the Owner’s Representative's procedures necessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

Distribution of Schedules: Distribute copies of the Construction Schedule to the Owner’s Representative, Owner, subcontractors, and other parties required to comply with scheduled dates. Post copies in the temporary field office.

When revisions are made, distribute to the same parties and post in the same locations.

Updating: Revise each Schedule after each meeting or activity, where revisions have been made. Issue the updated Schedules concurrently with report of each meeting.

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SHOP DRAWINGS

Submit new information, drawn to accurate scale. Indicate deviations from Contract Documents. Do not reproduce Contract Documents or copy standard information as the basis of Shop Drawings. Include the following information:

Dimensions.

Identification of products and materials included.

Notation of coordination requirements.

Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

Identify shop drawings with:

Title of project and locations.

Owner’s Representative and project name.

Name and address of contractor.

Drawings shall be presented in a clear and thorough manner. Recommended sheet sizes: 8-1/2”x11”, 11”x17”, or 24”x36”. Submit in both hard copy and PDF formats.

FINAL SUBMITTAL

The Contractor shall deliver one copy of all final shop drawings to Owner at completion of project, including, but not limited to:

As built shop drawings.

Written warranties.

Operation/Training Manuals.

Notify the Owner’s Representative in writing, at the time of submission, of any deviations in the submittals from requirements of the contract documents.

Product Data

Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each element or system. Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. Where Product Data includes information on several products, some of which are not required, mark copies to indicate the applicable information. Include the following information:

Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

Application of testing agency labels and seals.

Notation of dimensions verified by field measurement.

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Notation of coordination requirements.

Submittals:

Submit a minimum of 3 copies of each required submittal. The Owner’s Representative will retain two, and will return the other marked with action taken and corrections or modifications required.

Unless noncompliance with Contract Document provisions is observed, the submittal may serve as the final submittal.

Distribution:

Furnish copies of final submittal to installers, and others required for performance of construction activities.

Show distribution on transmittal forms. Do not proceed with installation until an applicable copy of Product Data is in the installer's possession.

Do not permit use of unmarked copies of Product Data in connection with construction.

SAMPLES

Submit full-size samples cured and finished as specified and identical to the product proposed. Mount, display, or package samples to facilitate review. Prepare samples to match the Owner’s Representative's sample. Include the following:

Generic description.

Source.

Product name or name of manufacturer.

Compliance with recognized standards.

Availability and delivery time.

Submit samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture, for a final check of these characteristics, and a comparison of these characteristics between the final submittal and the component as delivered and installed. Where variations are inherent in the product, submit multiple units that show limits of the variations.

PRELIMINARY SUBMITTALS

Where samples are for selection of characteristics from a range of choices, submit a full set of choices for the product. Preliminary submittals will be reviewed and returned indicating selection and other action.

Submittals:

Except for samples illustrating assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation and similar characteristics, submit 3 sets; one will be returned marked with the action taken. Maintain sample sets at the Project site, for quality comparisons.

Unless noncompliance with Contract Document provisions is observed, the submittal may serve as the final submittal.

Sample sets may be used to obtain final acceptance of the construction associated with each set.

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Distribution: Prepare additional sets for subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators, installers, and others as required for performance. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

Owner’s Representative's Action:

Except for submittals for record, information or similar purposes, where action and return is required, the Owner’s Representative will review each submittal, mark to indicate action taken, and return. Compliance with specified characteristics is the Contractor's responsibility.

Action Stamp: The Owner’s Representative will stamp each submittal with a self-explanatory action stamp. The stamp will be appropriately marked to indicate action taken.

PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not used)

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SECTION 015000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

The conditions of the contract relating to the work specified herein also apply to this section. Applicable provisions of Division 00-Procurement and Contracting Requirements, and Division 01 – General Requirements shall govern

TEMPORARY UTILITIES

The Contractor shall arrange for, obtain, and pay for all temporary utilities necessary to complete the work except as stated otherwise in these Specifications.

Water: The Contractor shall provide whatever water quantities, valves, fittings, and lines as necessary to provide necessary water to the project.

Sewerage: The Contractor shall provide temporary, portable, toilet facilities at the site. Facilities shall be well maintained and shall be removed at the time of substantial completion.

Electrical and lighting: The Contractor shall provide all temporary electric power necessary for his operations. The Owner shall provide the existing lighting. Supplementary lighting, if necessary, shall be provided by the Contractor.

Drains, sumps and sewers: The Contractor shall not permit debris or other contaminants deleterious to the City sewer system to be washed down drains within the garage or otherwise discharged into the City sewer system.

Prior to the start of work, the Contractor shall inspect the condition of the drains, sumps and sump pumps in areas affected by the Contractor’s work to determine that they are clean and in proper working order. The Engineer and Owner’s Representative shall be notified of any elements that are not working properly. During and at the completion of the project, the drains, sumps and sump pumps shall be in a similar condition and working order as observed in the initial inspection.

The Contractor shall provide temporary first-aid facilities on the site. Contractor shall coordinate first aid areas with owner’s security service. In the event of an emergency, owner’s building emergency will expedite the necessary emergency response. Owner’s security will direct emergency responders to the exact location necessary.

The Contractor shall provide temporary fire protection as required by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

The Contractor shall provide temporary ventilation as required to control dust and fumes in work areas.

The Contractor shall provide adequate heat in the work areas as required to properly conduct the work.

TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE AND CONTROLS

Owner will continue to use the facility during the repair work. The Contractor must schedule and arrange his work so as to maintain access to undisturbed parking areas and to the garage and building entrances, exits and ramps.

Interruptions in traffic flow may be permitted but must be scheduled and written approval given by the Owner’s Representative. During these interruptions, the Contractor shall provide personnel to direct traffic as necessary.

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The Contractor shall provide necessary signs, barricades, lights, warning devices and flagmen, as necessary, to control the orderly flow of traffic and prevent pedestrians and cars from entering areas of the Contractor’s operations.

At areas of work, the Contractor shall construct sturdy, durable barricades. Where hoses, conduits, electrical cords, etc., are located in traffic paths, plywood coverings and adequate warning signs shall be provided. The traffic devices shall meet the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (ANSI D6.Ie-I989).

The Contractor shall move these signs, barricades, lights and warning devices as necessary as the location of his work within the ramps changes and previously worked-in areas are occupied.

Traffic control signs may be necessary to maintain an orderly flow of traffic. The Owner’s Representative shall make the final determination as to the required level of traffic control.

All adjacent sidewalks, streets and alleys shall remain fully open to vehicular and pedestrian traffic at all times.

Contractor to make provisions for safe exit through work-in-progress areas during an emergency requiring building evacuation.

SECURITY

The Contractor shall provide for the security of materials, supplies and equipment stored at the site. Material and equipment shall not be stored in areas which continue to be used for parking. The Contractor may store equipment and materials in areas in which he is working; otherwise they shall be removed from the site.

All shipments shall be addressed to the Contractor and he shall be responsible for their receipt, unloading, handling and storage at the site. The Owner’s Agent will not accept deliveries on behalf of the Contractor or his subcontractors or assume any responsibility for security of materials, equipment, or supplies delivered to the site.

All employees or personnel entering the Owner’s work site must have required identification badges. Contractor shall coordinate with Owner and Owner’s Representative which key personnel should receive picture ID access badges.

The Contractor shall comply with Owner’s security service and risk management department requests at all times during construction.

SPECIAL CONTROLS

Noise control: The Contractor shall confine his hours of operations to those required by the Owner’s Representative and State, County and City laws and ordnances. Per local ordinance, ANY noise producing activity outdoors is limited to 8:00AM to 8:00 PM. This ordinance is strictly enforced. Every effort, including installing temporary noise barriers around loud source noise during work, should be made to comply with ordinance and neighborhood requests.

Disruptions to normal building operations shall be minimized.

Dust control: The Contractor shall erect, as required, hard-surface enclosures to protect against dust inhalation. The Contractor shall provide for protection for his employees from dust according to OSHA and other environmental agencies having jurisdiction.

Water control: The Contractor shall not permit water to run uncontrolled off of his work or be carried airborne off the site or onto vehicles and persons occupying part of the site. To prevent this, suitable enclosures shall be provided if water or moisture exceed levels acceptable to the Owner’s Representative. Water / moisture shall not be permitted to enter finished spaces below excavation areas.

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The Contractor shall institute the necessary measures to prevent/minimize dust, fumes, odors, debris or liquids from this project from entering non-construction areas of the building. This shall include but not be limited to:

Installation of partitions and filter media over all openings and air intakes as necessary.

Prohibited use of open flames, highly volatile solvents, or noxious chemicals without the expressed approval of the Owner’s Representative.

The Contractor shall be responsible for damage to vehicles in or near the building resulting from his operations.

Damage includes excessive dust as well as any damage to vehicles.

The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining any means of egress required by governing codes for the continued use of the facility. Enclosures which limit the means of egress from the structure shall have provisions for emergency egress through the partition.

The Contractor shall restrict the use of and vent all objectionable or noxious vapors produced during the work such that normal building operations are not disrupted. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for any and all health damage claims caused by noxious vapors produced during work operations.

Hazards control:

Store propane, fuel oil, kerosene and other volatile or flammable materials in covered metal containers and at locations as required by Federal, State, County and City legal requirements, and as approved by the Owner’s Representative.

Prevent the accumulation of wastes which create hazardous conditions.

Provide adequate ventilation during the use of volatile or noxious substances.

Storage location for construction materials and debris shall be arranged with the Owner’s Representative and Owner’s security service. Prior to any removal, the Contractor shall submit to the Owner’s Representative his plan for confining, collecting and disposal of broken concrete and other waste material as a result of his operations.

The contractor shall temporarily support or remove and replace any plumbing lines, storm sewers, electrical conduit or mechanical ducts that may interfere with the work.

Smoking shall be prohibited during operations where there are combustible/flammable materials present. “NO SMOKING” signs shall be clearly posted in these areas.

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SECTION 01 73 00

CUTTING AND PATCHING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes procedural requirements for cutting and patching.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 1 Section 01 73 20 "Selective Removals" for demolition of selected portions of the building.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Cutting: Removal of in-place construction necessary to permit installation or performance of other Work.

B. Patching: Fitting and repair work required to restore surfaces to original conditions after installation of other Work.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Cutting and Patching Proposal: Submit a proposal describing procedures at least 5 working days before the time cutting and patching will be performed, requesting approval to proceed.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Structural Elements: Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio.

B. Operational Elements: Do not cut and patch operating elements and related components in a manner that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety. Operating elements include the following:

1. Primary operational systems and equipment.

2. Air or smoke barriers.

3. Mechanical systems piping and ducts.

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4. Control systems.

5. Communication systems.

6. Electrical wiring systems.

C. Miscellaneous Elements: Do not cut and patch miscellaneous elements or related components in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity, that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety. Miscellaneous elements include the following:

1. Water, moisture, or vapor barriers.

2. Membranes and flashings.

3. Piping, ductwork, vessels, and equipment.

D. Visual Requirements: Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that results in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Do not cut and patch construction exposed on the exterior or in occupied spaces in a manner that would, in Architect's opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities. Remove and replace construction that has been cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

E. Cutting and Patching Conference: Before proceeding, meet at Project site with parties involved in cutting and patching, including mechanical and electrical trades. Review areas of potential interference and conflict. Coordinate procedures and resolve potential conflicts before proceeding.

1.6 WARRANTY

A. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during cutting and patching operations, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Comply with requirements specified in other Sections.

B. In-Place Materials: Use materials identical to in-place materials. For exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match in-place adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

1. If identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used, use materials that, when installed, will match the visual and functional performance of in-place materials.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine surfaces to be cut and patched and conditions under which cutting and patching are to be performed.

1. Compatibility: Before patching, verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with in-place finishes or primers.

2. Proceed with installation only after unsafe or unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of Work to be cut.

B. Protection: Protect in-place construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage.

Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for portions of Project that might be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

C. Adjoining Areas: Avoid interference with use of adjoining areas or interruption of free passage to adjoining areas.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching. Proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time, and complete without delay.

1. Cut in-place construction to provide for installation of other components or performance of other construction, and subsequently patch as required to restore surfaces to their original condition.

B. Cutting: Cut in-place construction by sawing, drilling, breaking, chipping, grinding, and similar operations, including excavation, using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction. If possible, review proposed procedures with original Installer; comply with original Installer's written recommendations.

1. In general, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing and grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut holes and slots as small as possible, neatly to size required, and with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. Finished Surfaces: Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Concrete & Masonry: Cut using a cutting machine, such as an abrasive saw or a diamond-core drill.

4. Mechanical and Electrical Services: Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after cutting.

5. Proceed with patching after construction operations requiring cutting are complete.

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C. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations following performance of other Work. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections.

1. Inspection: Where feasible, test and inspect patched areas after completion to demonstrate integrity of installation.

2. Exposed Finishes: Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

a. Clean piping, conduit, and similar features before applying paint or other finishing materials.

b. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

3. Floors and Walls: Where walls or partitions that are removed extend one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space. Provide an even surface of uniform finish, color, texture, and appearance. Remove in-place floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary, to achieve uniform color and appearance.

a. Where patching occurs in a painted surface, apply primer and intermediate paint coats over the patch and apply final paint coat over entire unbroken surface containing the patch. Provide additional coats until patch blends with adjacent surfaces.

4. Ceilings: Patch and repair ceilings as necessary to provide an even-plane surface of uniform appearance.

5. Exterior Building Enclosure: Patch components in a manner that restores enclosure to a weathertight condition.

D. Cleaning: Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed. Completely remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar materials.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 017700

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

The conditions of the contract relating to the work specified herein also apply to this section. Applicable provisions of Division 00-Procurement and Contracting Requirements, and Division 01- General Requirements shall govern work under this section.

THIS SECTION CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING:

Conformance Statement - 1 page

Contractor’s Affidavit of Payment of Debts and Claims (Sample) – AIA Document G706 – 1994 Edition - 1 page

Contractor’s Affidavit of Release of Liens (Sample) – AIA Document G706A – 1994 Edition – 1 page

Consent Of Surety to Final Payment (Sample) - AIA Document G707 - 1994 Edition - 1 page

Architect/Owner may request additional documentation from subcontractors or suppliers.

FINAL WAIVERS OF LIEN FROM:

Prime Contractor

Sub Contractors

Product Supplier

Others as requested by Owner’s Representative

PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not used)

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Conformance Statement

Contractor:

Address:

Phone:

Fax:

The above-titled project has been completed in accordance with the requirements of the Contract.

Signature Date

Printed name Title

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USDA – FOREST SERVICE, CABLE, WI

DIVISION 26 INDEX

ELECTRICAL

SECTION

26 00 00 INDEX

26 05 00 GENERAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

26 05 02 ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

26 05 03 EQUIPMENT WIRING

26 05 19 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

26 05 33 RACEWAYS AND BOXES

26 05 53 ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION

26 22 00 TRANSFORMERS

26 24 16 PANELBOARD

26 28 23 ENCLOSED CIRCUIT BREAKERS

UPEA project # U28-14366

November 3, 2014

SECTION 26 05 00

GENERAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.02 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Electrical equipment coordination and installation.

2. Sleeves for raceways and cables.

3. Sleeve seals.

4. Grout.

5. Common electrical installation requirements.

B. Provide all interior & exterior electric wiring including, but not limited to:

1. Removal and replacement of main electrical service to site and to all existing buildings as detailed on plans.

2. Removal, replacement and/or modifications to existing electrical panels as indicated on plans.

3. New outside feeders to serve existing building.

4. All new panels, circuit breakers, transformers, conduit and wire as indicated on plans.

5. Feeders to selected equipment as detailed.

6. Electrical Contractor is responsible for locating all existing buried site utilities prior to beginning work, including existing 480, 240, and 120 volt power and all telephone and cable TV cables.

7. Electrical Contractor is responsible for temporary construction power; may utilize existing electrical service & panel(s) for construction power & for temporary power until the new permanent electrical service is operational.

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C. Obtain and pay for all electrical permits and inspections from the Authority Having Jurisdiction

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Refer to Section 01 33 00 for additional submittal requirements.

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B. Shop Drawings: Provide certified shop drawing submittals (approved by the Prime contractor) for the following items and any other items where indicated in other specification sections:

1. Meter/CT cabinet (per utility company requirements)

2. Panelboards

3. Transformers

4. Circuit Breakers

C. Product Data: Provide certified submittals (approved by the Prime contractor) for the following items and any other items where indicated in other specification sections:

1. Panelboards

2. Circuit Breakers

3. Disconnect Switches and Fuses

4. Conduit, boxes, fittings, and support items

5. Wire and Cable

6. For sleeve seals.

1.04 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate arrangement, mounting, and support of electrical equipment:

1. To allow maximum possible headroom unless specific mounting heights that reduce headroom are indicated.

2. To provide for ease of disconnecting the equipment with minimum interference to other installations.

3. So connecting raceways and cables will be clear of obstructions and of the working and access space of other equipment.

B. Coordinate installation of required supporting devices and set sleeves in cast-in-place concrete, masonry walls, and other structural components as they are constructed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS

A. Provide like items from one manufacturer; such as, switches, circuit breakers, transformers, panels, and the like.

B. Provide new electrical materials of the type and quality detailed, listed by UL, bearing their label wherever standards have been established.

C. Provide incidentals not specifically mentioned herein or noted on Drawings, but needed to complete the system or systems, in a safe and satisfactory working condition.

D. Where materials, equipment, apparatus or other products are specified by manufacturer, brand name, type, or catalog number, such designation is to establish standards of desired quality and style and shall be the basis of the bid.

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2.02 SLEEVES FOR RACEWAYS AND CABLES

A. Steel Pipe Sleeves: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type E, Grade B, Schedule 40, galvanized steel, plain ends.

B. Cast-Iron Pipe Sleeves: Cast or fabricated "wall pipe," equivalent to ductile-iron pressure pipe, with plain ends and integral waterstop, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Sleeves for Rectangular Openings: Galvanized sheet steel.

1. Minimum Metal Thickness:

a. For sleeve cross-section rectangle perimeter less than 50 inches and no side more than 16 inches, thickness shall be 0.052-inch.

b. For sleeve cross-section rectangle perimeter equal to, or more than, 50 inches and 1 or more sides equal to, or more than, 16 inches, thickness shall be 0.138-inch.

2.03 SLEEVE SEALS

A. Description: Modular sealing device, designed for field assembly, to fill annular space between sleeve and raceway or cable.

1. 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:

a. Advance Products & Systems, Inc.

b. Calpico, Inc.

c. Metraflex Co.

d. Pipeline Seal and Insulator, Inc.

2. Sealing Elements: EPDM interlocking links shaped to fit surface of cable or conduit.

Include type and number required for material and size of raceway or cable.

3. Pressure Plates: Plastic. Include two for each sealing element.

4. Connecting Bolts and Nuts: Stainless steel of length required to secure pressure plates to sealing elements. Include one for each sealing element.

2.04 GROUT

A. Nonmetallic, Shrinkage-Resistant Grout: ASTM C 1107, factory-packaged, nonmetallic aggregate grout, noncorrosive, nonstaining, mixed with water to consistency suitable for application and a 30-minute working time.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

A. Comply with NECA 1, NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code – current edition adopted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction), and any local amendments.

B. Measure indicated mounting heights to bottom of unit for suspended items and to center of unit for wall-mounting items.

C. Headroom Maintenance: If mounting heights or other location criteria are not indicated, arrange and install components and equipment to provide maximum possible headroom consistent with these requirements.

D. Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of components of both electrical equipment and other nearby installations. Connect in such a way as to facilitate future disconnecting with minimum interference with other items in the vicinity.

E. Right of Way: Give to piping systems installed at a required slope.

3.02 SLEEVE INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS

A. Electrical penetrations occur when raceways, cables, wireways, cable trays, or busways penetrate concrete slabs, concrete or masonry walls, or fire-rated floor and wall assemblies.

B. Concrete Slabs and Walls: Install sleeves for penetrations unless core-drilled holes or formed openings are used. Install sleeves during erection of slabs and walls.

C. Use pipe sleeves unless penetration arrangement requires rectangular sleeved opening.

D. Fire-Rated Assemblies: Install sleeves for penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies unless openings compatible with firestop system used are fabricated during construction of floor or wall.

E. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both surfaces of walls.

F. Extend sleeves installed in floors 2 inches above finished floor level.

G. Size pipe sleeves to provide 1/4-inch annular clear space between sleeve and raceway or cable, unless indicated otherwise.

H. Seal space outside of sleeves with grout for penetrations of concrete and masonry

1. Promptly pack grout solidly between sleeve and wall so no voids remain. Tool exposed surfaces smooth; protect grout while curing.

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I. Interior Penetrations of Non-Fire-Rated Walls and Floors: Seal annular space between sleeve and raceway or cable, using joint sealant appropriate for size, depth, and location of joint.

Comply with requirements in Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants."

J. Aboveground, Exterior-Wall Penetrations: Seal penetrations using steel pipe sleeves and mechanical sleeve seals. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between pipe and sleeve for installing mechanical sleeve seals.

K. Underground, Exterior-Wall Penetrations: Install cast-iron pipe sleeves. Size sleeves to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between raceway or cable and sleeve for installing mechanical sleeve seals.

3.03 SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION

A. Install to seal exterior wall penetrations.

B. Use type and number of sealing elements recommended by manufacturer for raceway or cable material and size. Position raceway or cable in center of sleeve. Assemble mechanical sleeve seals and install in annular space between raceway or cable and sleeve. Tighten bolts against pressure plates that cause sealing elements to expand and make watertight seal.

3.04 FIRESTOPPING

A. Apply firestopping to penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies for electrical installations to restore original fire-resistance rating of assembly. Firestopping materials and installation requirements are specified in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."

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SECTION 26 05 02

ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Electrical demolition.

PART 2 PRODUCTS – Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that abandoned wiring and equipment serve only abandoned facilities.

B. Demolition drawings are based on field observation and existing record documents.

C. Report discrepancies to Owner before disturbing existing installation.

D. Beginning of demolition means installer accepts existing conditions.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Disconnect electrical systems as indicated on plans.

B. Coordinate utility service outages with utility company and Owner.

C. Provide temporary wiring and connections to maintain existing systems in service during construction. When work must be performed on energized equipment or circuits, use personnel experienced in such operations.

D. Existing Electrical Service: Maintain existing system in service until new system is complete and ready for service. Disable system only to make switchovers and connections. Minimize outage duration.

1. Obtain permission from Owner at least 24 hours before partially or completely disabling system.

2. Make temporary connections to maintain service in areas adjacent to work area.

E. See notes on plans and riser diagrams about utilizing existing panels, etc.

3.03 DEMOLITION AND EXTENSION OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL WORK

A. Remove, relocate, and extend existing installations to accommodate construction.

B. Remove abandoned wiring to source of supply.

C. Remove exposed abandoned conduit, including abandoned conduit above accessible ceiling finishes. Cut conduit flush with walls and floors, and patch surfaces.

D. Disconnect abandoned outlets and remove devices. Remove abandoned outlets if conduit servicing them is abandoned and removed. Provide blank cover for abandoned outlets which are not removed.

E. Disconnect and remove abandoned transformers, disconnects, circuit breakers, panelboards, and

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F. Disconnect and remove electrical devices and equipment serving utilization equipment that has been removed.

G. Disconnect and remove abandoned luminaires. Remove brackets, stems, hangers, and other accessories.

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

I. Maintain access to existing electrical installations which remain active. Modify installation or provide access panel as appropriate.

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

3.04 CLEANING AND REPAIR

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

B. Panelboards: Clean exposed surfaces and check tightness of electrical connections. Replace damaged circuit breakers and provide closure plates for vacant positions. Provide typed circuit directory showing revised circuiting arrangement and panel label.

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SECTION 26 05 03

EQUIPMENT WIRING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes electrical connections to equipment.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 26 05 19 - Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables.

2. Section 26 05 33 - Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. National Electrical Manufacturers Association:

1. NEMA WD 1 - General Requirements for Wiring Devices.

2. NEMA WD 6 - Wiring Devices-Dimensional Requirements.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures: Submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit wiring device manufacturer’s catalog information showing dimensions, configurations, and construction.

C. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Submittal procedures.

B. Project Record Documents: Record actual locations, sizes, and configurations of equipment connections.

1.5 COORDINATION

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Coordination and project conditions.

B. Obtain and review shop drawings, product data, manufacturer’s wiring diagrams, and manufacturer's instructions for equipment furnished under other sections.

C. Determine connection locations and requirements.

D. Sequence rough-in of electrical connections to coordinate with installation of equipment.

E. Sequence electrical connections to coordinate with start-up of equipment.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 CORD AND PLUGS

A. Attachment Plug Construction: Conform to NEMA WD 1.

B. Must be UL Listed and Labeled.

C. Configuration: NEMA WD 6; match receptacle configuration at outlet furnished for equipment.

D. Cord Construction: Heavy-Duty Type SO multiconductor flexible cord with identified equipment grounding conductor, oil and water resistant, suitable for use in damp locations.

E. Size: Suitable for connected load of equipment, length of cord, and rating of branch circuit overcurrent protection.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Coordination and project conditions.

B. Verify equipment is ready for electrical connection, for wiring, and to be energized.

3.2 EXISTING WORK

A. Remove exposed abandoned equipment wiring connections, including abandoned connections above accessible ceiling finishes.

B. Disconnect abandoned utilization equipment and remove wiring connections. Remove abandoned components when connected raceway is abandoned and removed. Install blank cover for abandoned boxes and enclosures not removed.

C. Extend existing equipment connections using materials and methods compatible with existing electrical installations, or as specified.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Make electrical connections.

B. Make conduit connections to equipment using flexible conduit. Use liquidtight flexible conduit with watertight connectors in damp or wet locations.

C. Connect heat producing equipment using wire and cable with insulation suitable for temperatures encountered.

D. Install receptacle outlet to accommodate connection with attachment plug.

E. Install cord and cap for field-supplied attachment plug.

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F. Install suitable strain-relief clamps and fittings for cord connections at outlet boxes and equipment connection boxes.

G. Install disconnect switches, controllers, control stations, and control devices to complete equipment wiring requirements.

H. Install terminal block jumpers to complete equipment wiring requirements.

I. Install interconnecting conduit and wiring between devices and equipment to complete equipment wiring requirements.

3.4 ADJUSTING

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Testing, adjusting, and balancing.

B. Cooperate with utilization equipment installers and field service personnel during checkout and starting of equipment to allow testing and balancing and other startup operations. Provide personnel to operate electrical system and checkout wiring connection components and configurations.

3.5 EQUIPMENT CONNECTION SCHEDULE

A. Provide electrical connection of equipment (voltage, amperage, fusing, etc.) per equipment manufacturer’s requirements.

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SECTION 26 05 19

CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes wire and cable; and wiring connectors and connections.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. International Electrical Testing Association:

1. NETA ATS - Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power

Distribution Equipment and Systems.

B. National Fire Protection Association:

1. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code.

2. NFPA 262 - Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of Wires and

Cables for Use in Air-Handling Spaces.

C. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.:

1. UL 1277 - Standard for Safety for Electrical Power and Control Tray Cables with

Optional Optical-Fiber Members.

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Product Requirements:…