AG-82X9-S-08-0309 a 5.pdf

NSN 7540-01-152-8070 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

Previous edition unusable Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1 28

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

5 11/5/08

6. ISSUED BY CODE 82X9 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE USDA Forest Service Rocky Mtn Acquisitions / Cody 808 Meadow Lane Avenue Cody, WY 82414

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

AG-82X9-S-08-0309

9B. DATE (SEE ITEM 11) X

08/15/08

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

CODE FACILITY CODE

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACT/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MDE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO.

IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying offices, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return 1 copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section heading, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

A. Replace original specification 083133 with revised specification 083133 Re: deletion of the word “insulation in paragraph 2.3B, page 3

B. Addition of specification 076200, Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim Re: this spec was missing in the original solicitation

C. Addition of Drawings S2.1 and S2.2 and Revision 1 of Drawings T1 and A2.3 Re. These drawings are needed to show structural required structural changes

D. Replace original specification 260000 with revised specification 260000 Re: original spec did not include provisions for the use of MC cable in electrical applications.

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of this document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

David H. Johnson, Contracting Officer

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 16C DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

11/5/08

Change Technical Point of Contact:

Steve Quintana 307-674-2637

SHERIDAN WORKCENTER 076200

ROCKHOUSE SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

SECTION 076200

SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following sheet metal flashing and trim:

1. Prefinished metal fascia and trim

2. Prefinished soffit panel

3. Gutter and downspouts

B. General: Install sheet metal fascia, soffit and trim to withstand wind loads for Wind Zone1, structural movement, thermally-induced movement, and exposure to weather without failing, rattling, leaking, and fastener disengagement.

C. Thermal Movements: Allow for thermal movements resulting from the following maximum change (range) in ambient and surface temperatures by preventing buckling, opening of joints, hole elongation, over-stressing of components, failure of joint sealants, failure of connections, and other detrimental effects. Provide clips that resist rotation and avoid shear stress as a result of sheet metal and trim thermal movements. Base engineering calculation on surface temperatures of materials due to both solar heat gain and night-time-sky heat loss.

1. Temperature Change (Range): 120 deg F (67 deg C), ambient: 180 deg F (100 deg C), material surfaces.

D. Water Infiltration: Provide sheet metal flashing and trim that do not allow water infiltration to building interior.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes.

B. Shop Drawings: Show layouts of soffit material, closure pieces, brackets and fasteners and trim, including plans and elevations. Distinguish between shop and field-assembled work. Include the following.

1. Identify material, thickness, weight, and finish for each item and location in Project.

2. Details for forming sheet metal flashing and trim, including profiles, shapes, seams, and dimensions.

3. Details for fastening, joining, supporting, and anchoring sheet metal flashing and trim, including fasteners, clips, cleats, and attachments to adjoining work.

4. Details of expansion-joint covers, including showing direction of expansion and contraction.

C. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of sheet metal flashing and trim indicated with factory-applied color finishes.

1. Include similar Samples of trim and accessories involving color selection.

D. Samples for Verification: For each type of exposed finish required, prepared on samples of size indicated below:

1. Sheet Metal Fascia: 12 inches (300 mm) long. Include fasteners, cleats clips, closures, and other attachments

2. Trim: 12 inches (300 mm) long. Include fasteners and other exposed accessories.

3. Gutters and Downspouts: 12 inches (300 mm) long. Include fasteners, cleats clips, closures, and other attachments

4. Accessories: Full-size sample.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with SMACNA's "Architectural Sheet Metal Manual". Conform to dimensions and profiles shown unless more stringent requirements are indicated.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver sheet metal flashing materials and fabrications undamaged. Protect sheet metal flashing and trim materials and fabrications during transportation and handling.

B. Unload, store, and install sheet metal flashing materials and fabrications in a manner to prevent bending, warping, twisting, and surface damage.

C. Stack materials on platforms or pallets, covered with suitable weather-tight and ventilation covering. Do not store sheet metal flashing and trim materials in contract with other materials that might cause staining, denting, or other surface damage.

1.6 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate installation with interfacing and adjoining construction to provide a leak-proof, secure, and non-corrosive installation.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 SHEET METALS

A. Aluminum: Sheets: ASTEM B 209 (ASTM B 209M) , Alloy 3003, 3004, 3105, or 5005, temper suitable for forming and structural performance required, but not less than H14, finished as follows:

1. High-Performance Organic Finish: AA-C12C42Rlx chemical finish:

Cleaned with inhibited chemicals; chemical finish: Acid-chromate-fluoride-phosphate conversion coating; organic coating, as specified below:

Prepare, pre-treat, and apply coating to exposed metal surfaces to comply with coating and resin manufacturers' written instruction.

a. Fluoropolymer 20 Coat System: Manufacturer's standard 2-coat, thermocured system consisting of specially-formulated inhibitive primer and fluoropolymer color topcoat containing not less than 7O percent polyvinylidene fluoride resin by weight; complying with

AAMA 2604.

B. Prefinished Hot Dipped Galvanized: ASTM A446-85 Grade C G90 Coating A525- 86 24 Gauge core.

1. Finish shall be full strength Kynar 500 Fluoropolymer coating applied by the manufacturer on a continuous coil coating line. Top side shall have a dry film thickness .7 to .9 mil over .25 to .35 prime coat to provide a total dry film thickness of .95 to 1.25 mil. Bottom side shall be coated with primer with a dry film thickness of .25 mil. Finish shall conform to all test for adhesion, flexibility, and longevity as specified by the Kynar 500 finish supplier.

2.2 GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

A. Hanging Gutters: Fabricated to cross-section indicated, complete with end pieces, outlet tubes and other accessories as required. Fabricate in minimum 96 inch (2400 mm) long sections. Furnish flat-stock gutter spacers and gutter brackets fabricated from same metal as gutters, of size recommended by SMACNA but not less than twice the gutter thickness. Fabricate expansion joints, expansion-joint covers, gutter bead reinforcing bars, and gutter accessories from same metal as gutters.

1. Gutter Style: 4” Style K as noted in SMACNA, 5th Edition, Page 1.11, Fig.

1-2 with continuous cleat and reinforcing bar.

2. Expansion Joints: Lap type.

3. Accessories: Valley baffles and diverter flashing where a watershed terminates into a vertical wall AS SHOWN ON DRAWINGS.

4. Straps: 24” o/c, size according to girth size (table 108, SMACNA).

5. Reinforcing Bar: 1/8” (3.2 mm) flat stock.

6. Gutters with Girth up to 15 inches (380 mm): Fabricate from the following material:

a. Aluminum: 0.0320 inch (0.8 mm) thick.

b. Color: To be selected from manufacturer’s full range

B. Downspouts: Fabricate rectangular downspouts complete with mitered elbows.

Furnish with metal hangers, from same material as downspouts, and anchors.

1. Hanger Style: Pre-manufactured Rectangular Corrugated 2-3/4” x 4-1/4” as noted in SMACNA, 5th Edition, Page 1.68.

2. Fabricate downspouts from the following material:

a. Aluminum: 0.24 inch (0.6 mm) thick.

b. Color: To be selected from manufacturer’s full range

2.3 MANUFACTURED SOFFIT PANEL AND TRIM

A. Soffit Panel: The assembly includes prefinished, preformed sheet metal panels related accessories, corners, miscellaneous flashing and attaching devices. Basis of design is the Berridge Thin Line Panel. Substitutions shall have 10 years of experience specializing in Architectural Sheet metal products.

1. Panels shall be factory formed to 40’ maximum.

2. Panels shall be 3/8” deep, 3-5/8” width exposed, embossed textured face;

½” depth; interlocking male and female side lap and utilize concealed fastneners.

3. Attach with #8-12” TEKS screws at 12” o.c.

4. Inspect substrate to be no more than ¼” deviation in 20’.

5. Warranty: Finish shall have a 20 year guarantee against cracking, peeling and fade (not to exceed 5 N.B.S. units).

2.4 UNDERLAYMENT MATERIALS

A. Polyethylene Sheet: 6 mil (0.15 mm) thick polyethylene sheet complying with

ASTMC4397.

B. Felts: ASTM D 226, Type II (No. 30), asphalt-saturated organic felt, non-perforated.

C. Slip Sheet: Rosin-sized paper, minimum 3 lb/ sq. ft. (0.16 kg/sq.m).

2.5 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. General: Provide materials and types of fasteners, solder, welding rods, protective coatings, separators, sealants, and other miscellaneous items as required for complete sheet metal flashing and trim installation.

B. Fasteners: Wood screws, annular-threaded nails, self-tapping screws, self-locking rivets and bolts, and other suitable fasteners designed to withstand design loads.

1. Fasteners for Flashing and Trim: Blind fasteners or self-drilling screws, gasketed, with hex washer head.

2. Blind Fasteners: High-strength aluminum or stainless-steel rivets.

3. Spikes and Ferrules: Same material as gutter; with spike with ferrule matching internal gutter width.

C. Solder for Lead: ASTM B 32, Grade Sn50, 50 percent tin and 50 percent lead.

D. Sealing Tape: Pressure-sensitive, 100 percent solids, polyisobutylene compound sealing tape with release-paper backing. Provide permanently-elastic, non-sag, non-toxic, non-staining tape.

E. Elastomeric Sealant: ASTM C 920, elastomeric silicone polymer sealant; of type, grade, class, and use classifications required to seal joints in sheet metal flashing and trim and remain watertight.

F. Butyl Sealant: ASTM C 1311, single-component, solvent-release butyl rubber sealant, polyisobutylene plasticized, heavy-bodied for hooked-type expansion joints with limited movement.

G. Epoxy Seam Sealer: Two-part, non-corrosive, aluminum seam-cementing compound, recommended by aluminum manufacturer for exterior non-moving joints, including riveted joints.

2.6 FABRICATION, GENERAL

A. General: Custom fabricated sheet metal flashing and trim to comply with recommendations in SMACNA's "Architectural Sheet Metal Manual" that apply to design, dimensions, metal, and other characteristics of item indicated. Shop fabricated items where practicable. Obtain field measurements for accurate fit before shop fabrication.

B. Fabricate sheet metal flashing and trim in thickness or weight needed to comply with performance requirements, but not less than that specified for each application and metal.

C. Hem all exposed edges on underside ½”.

D. Fabricate sheet metal flashing and trim without excessive oil-canning, buckling, and tool marks and true to line and levels indicated, with exposed edges folded back to form hems.

1. Seams for Aluminum: Fabricate non-moving seams with flat-lock seams.

Form seams and seal with epoxy seam sealer. Rivet joints for additional strength.

2. Seams for Other Than Aluminum: Fabricate non-moving seams in accessories with flat-lock seams. Tin edges to be seamed, form seams, and solder.

E. Sealed Joints: Form non-expansion but movable joints in metal to accommodate elastomeric sealant to comply with SMACNA recommendations.

F. Expansion Provisions: Where lapped or bayonet-type expansion provisions in the Work cannot be used, form expansion joints of inter-meshing hooked flanges, not less than 1 inch (25 mm) deep, filled with elastomeric sealant concealed within joints.

G. Conceal fasteners and expansion provisions where possible on exposed-to-view sheet metal flashing and trim, unless otherwise indicated.

H. Fabricate cleats and attachment devices from same material as accessory being anchored or from compatible, non-corrosive metal.

1. Thickness: As recommended by SMACNA's Architectural Sheet Metal Manual" and FMG Loss prevention Data Sheet 1-49 for application but not less than thickness of metal being secured.

2.7 FINISHES

A. Comply with NAAMM's "Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products" for recommendations for applying and designating finishes.

B. Protect mechanical and painted finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping.

C. Appearance of Finished Work: Variations in appearance of abutting or adjacent pieces are acceptable if they are within one-half of the range of approved Samples. Noticeable variations in the same piece are not acceptable. Variations in appearance of other components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.

PART 3 – EXECUTIONS

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, to verify actual locations, dimensions and other conditions affecting performance of work

1. Verify that substrate is sound, dry, smooth, clean, sloped for drainage, and securely anchored.

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

3.2 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. General: Anchor sheet metal flashing and trim and other components of the Work securely in place, with provisions for thermal and structural movement.

Use fasteners, solder, welding rods, protective coating, separators, sealants, and other miscellaneous items as required to complete sheet metal flashing and trim system.

1. Torch cutting of sheet metal flashing and trim is not permitted.

B. Metal Protection: Where dissimilar metals will contact each other or corrosive substrates, protect against galvanic action by painting contact surfaces with bituminous coating or by other permanent separation as recommended by fabricator or manufacturers of dissimilar metals.

1. Coat side of uncoated aluminum sheet metal flashing and trim with bituminous coating where flashing and trim will contact wood, ferrous metal, or cementitious construction.

2. Underlayment; Where installing metal flashing directly on cementitious or wood substrates, install a course of felt underlayment and cover with a slip sheet or install a course of polyethylene underlayment.

3. Bed flanges in thick coat of asphalt roofing cement where required for waterproof performance.

C. Install exposed sheet metal, flashing, and trim without excessive oil canning, buckling, and tool marks.

D. Install sheet metal flashing and trim true to line and levels indicated. Provide uniform, neat seams with minimum exposure of solder, welds, and elastomeric sealant.

E. Install sheet metal flashing and trim to fit substrates and to result in watertight performance. Verify shapes and dimensions of surfaces to be covered before fabricating sheet metal.

1. Space cleats not more than 12 inches (300 mm) apart. Anchor each cleat with two fasteners. Bend tabs over fasteners.

F. Expansion Provisions: Provide for thermal expansion of exposed flashing and trim. Space movement joints at a maximum of 10 feet(3 m) with no joints allowed within 24 inches (600 mm) of corner or intersection. Where lapped or bayonet-type expansion provisions cannot be used or would not be sufficiently watertight, form expansion joints of intermeshing hooked flanges, not less than 1 inch (25 m m ) deep, filled with elastomeric sealant concealed within joints.

G. Fasteners: Use fasteners of sizes that will penetrate substrate not less than 1-14 inches (32 mm) for nails and not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) for wood screws.

1. Galvanized or Prepainted, Metallic-Coated Steel: Use stainless-steel fasteners.

2. Aluminum: Use aluminum or stainless steel fasteners.

H. Seal joints with elastomeric sealant as required for watertight construction.

1. Where sealant-filled joints are used, embed hooked flanges of joint members not less than 1 inch (25 m m ) into sealant. Form joints to completely conceal sealant. When ambient temperature at time of installation is moderate, between 40 and 70 deg F (4 and 21 deg C), set joint members for 50 percent movement either way. Adjust setting proportionately for installation at higher ambient temperatures. Do not install sealant-type joints at temperatures below 40 deg F (4 deg C).

2. Prepare joints and apply sealants to comply with requirements in Division 7 Section "Joint Sealants".

I. Soldered Joints: Clean surfaces to be soldered, removing oils and foreign matter.

Pretin edges of sheets to be soldered to a width of 1½ inches (38 mm) except where pretinned surface would show in finished Work.

1. Do not solder prepainted, metallic-coated steel and aluminum sheet.

2. Do not use open-flame torches for soldering. Heat surfaces to receive solder and flow solder into joints. Fill joints completely. Completely remove flux and spatter from exposed surfaces.

J. Aluminum Flashing: Rivet or weld joints in uncoated aluminum where necessary for strength

3.3 GUTTER AND DOWNSPOUT INSTALLATION

A. Hanging Gutters: Join sections with riveted and soldered joints or with lapped joints sealed with elastomeric sealant. Provide for thermal expansion. Attach gutters at eave or fascia to firmly anchored straps spaced not more than 36 inches apart. Provide end closures and seal watertight with sealant. Slope to downspouts.

1. Fasten gutter spacers to front and back of gutter.

2. Loosely lock straps to front gutter bead and anchor to roof deck.

3. Anchor and loosely lock back edge of gutter to continuous cleat.

4. Install gutter with expansion joints at locations indicated but not exceeding

50 feet (15.24 m) apart. Install expansion joint caps.

B. Downspouts: Join sections with 1 ½ inch (38 mm) telescoping joints. Provide fasteners designed to hold downspouts securely 1 inch (25 mm) away from walls;

locate fasteners at top and bottom and at approximately 60 inches (1500 mm) o.c. in between.

1. Provide elbows at base of downspout to direct water away from building.

3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean and neutralize flux materials. Clean off excess solder and sealants.

B. Remove temporary protective coverings and strippable films as sheet metal flashing and trim are installed. On completion of installation, clean finished surfaces, including removing unused fasteners, metal filings, pop rivet stems, and pieces of flashing. Maintain in a clean condition during construction.

C. Replace sheet metal flashing and trim that have been damaged or that have deteriorated beyond successful repair by finish touchup or similar minor repair procedures.

END OF SECTION 07620

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ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

SECTION 083113

ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Access doors and frames.

2. Basement Access Door

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of access door indicated.

B. Samples: For each exposed finish.

C. Schedule: Door and frame schedule, including types, general locations, sizes, con-struction details, latching or locking provisions, and other data pertinent to installation.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Size and Location Verification: Determine specific locations and sizes for access doors needed to gain access to concealed equipment, and indicate on schedule.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Steel Sheet:

1. Hot-Rolled: ASTM A 569/A 569M, Commercial Steel (CS), Type B; free of scale, pitting, and surface defects; pickled and oiled.

2. Cold-Rolled: ASTM A 366/A 366M, Commercial Steel (CS), or ASTM A 620/A 620M, Drawing Steel (DS), Type B; stretcher-leveled standard of flatness.

a. Electrolytic zinc-coated steel sheet, complying with

ASTM A 591/A 591M, Class C coating, may be substituted at fabricator's option.

3. Electrolytic Zinc Coated: ASTM A 591/A 591M, Commercial Steel (CS), with Class C coating and phosphate treatment to prepare surface for painting.

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B. Aluminum Sheet: ASTM B 209 (ASTM B 209M), alloy and temper recommended by aluminum producer and finisher for type of use and finish indicated, and with not less than the strength and durability properties of alloy 5005-H15.

C. Aluminum Extrusions: ASTM B 221 (ASTM B 221M), alloy 6063-T6.

D. Drywall Beads: Edge trim formed from 0.0299-inch (0.76-mm) zinc-coated steel sheet formed to receive joint compound and in size to suit thickness of gypsum panels indicated.

E. Paint:

1. Shop Primer for Ferrous Metal: Fast-curing, lead- and chromate-free, universal modified-alkyd primer complying with performance requirements in FS TT-P- 664; selected for good resistance to normal atmospheric corrosion, compatibility with finish paint systems indicated, and capability to provide sound foundation for field-applied topcoats despite prolonged exposure.

2. Shop Primer for Metallic-Coated Steel: Organic zinc-rich primer complying with SSPC-Paint 20 and compatible with topcoat.

3. Galvanizing Repair Paint: High-zinc-dust-content paint for regalvanizing welds in steel, complying with SSPC-Paint 20.

2.2 INTERIOR ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

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

1. Acudor Products, Inc.

2. Bar-Co, Inc. Div.; Alfab, Inc.

3. Cendrex, Inc.

4. Cesco Products.

5. Elmdor/Stoneman; Div. of Acorn Engineering Co.

6. Jensen Industries.

7. J. L. Industries, Inc.

8. Karp Associates, Inc.

9. Larsen's Manufacturing Company.

10. MIFAB Manufacturing, Inc.

11. Milcor Limited Partnership.

12. Nystrom Building Products Co.

13. Precision Plumbing Products, Inc.

14. Williams Bros. Corporation of America (The).

B. Flush, Insulated Access Doors and Frames with Frame:

1. Material: Prime-painted steel sheet.

2. Surface Type: Gypsum board on wood studs.

3. Locations: Walls.

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4. Door: Flush panel with core of mineral-fiber insulation enclosed in sheet metal;

minimum thickness of 0.036 inch (0.9 mm).

5. Frame: Minimum 0.060-inch- (1.5-mm-) thick sheet metal with 1-inch wide, surface-mounted trim.

6. Hinges: Continuous piano hinge.

7. Automatic Closer: Spring type.

8. Latch: Self-latching bolt operated by knurled knob with interior release.

9. Locations: 2 at room 200 and 2 at room 202

2.3 EXTERIOR STEEL BASEMENT DOOR AND TAPERED CURB

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

1. Bilco.

2. Steelway

3. Gordon Corporation

B. Flush Access Doors and Frames with Frame:

1. Material: .090 - .100 inch thick hot rolled galvanized steel.

2. Surface Type: Primed for field paint.

3. Finish: Uniformly applied, dipped and baked Alkyd Resin primer.

4. Size: Approximately 53”wide x 63” long (verify in field). Tapered design with height approximately 22” at high side.

5. Doors: Double door design. .090 - .100 inch thick hot rolled galvanized steel with recessed water channel.

6. Frame: .090 - .100 inch thick hot rolled galvanized steel with one piece header and intregal base flange and galvanized steel sill.

7. Hinges: Stainless Steel Hinges on interior welded to doors and frame.

8. Hardware:

a. Automatic hold open latch with Safety catch

b. Twin steel handles welded to frame.

c. Torsion springs for door operation.

d. Exterior keyed cylinder lock.

9. Provide galvanized steel foundation plates to accommodate size of existing opening.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Advise installers of other work about specific requirements relating to access door and basement door installation, including sizes of openings to receive access door and frame, as well as locations of supports, inserts, and anchoring devices.

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B. Set frames accurately in position and attach securely to supports with plane of face panels aligned with adjacent finish surfaces.

C. Adjust doors and hardware after installation for proper operation.

END OF SECTION 083113

SECTION 260000

ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes electrical materials for electrical rough-in including the following:

1. Raceways.

2. Building wire and connectors.

3. Supporting devices for electrical components.

4. Circuit breakers.

5. Enclosed switches.

6. Electric Heaters.

7. Surge Arrestors.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specifications, apply to Division 26 Sections

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Worker's Qualifications: All electrical work shall be performed by licensed electricians or under the direct supervision of a licensed electrician.

B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in

NFPA 70.

C. Provide products that are UL listed and labeled.

D. Codes and Regulations:

1. All work shall meet requirements of governing codes and regulations, NFPA 70- 2008 (NEC), and NESC.

2. The electrical installation shall meet the requirements of NECA Standard of Installation, except where otherwise specified.

1.4 INTENT OF CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS

A. Electrical drawings do not attempt to show complete details of building construction that affect installation. Diagrams are schematic only and do not necessarily show physical arrangement of equipment. Refer to drawings of other trades for additional details that affect work.

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B. Conduit, conductor and ground connections are shown diagrammatically only. Layout does not necessarily show total number of conduits or conductors for circuits required and should not be used for obtaining quantities for linear runs of conduits or wires.

Provide additional conduits and wire wherever needed to complete installation of specific equipment furnished.

C. Locations of outlets, switches, and junction boxes on drawings are approximate and may be distorted for clarity in representation.

D. Changes such as offsetting conduit runs, moving outlets, or other minor changes necessary to facilitate installation shall be made at no additional expense to the Government.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. As specified in Division 1 Section “Submittal Procedures.”

1. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s product literature for the following items:

a. Conduit, raceways, and fittings.

b. Wire and cable.

c. Enclosed switches.

d. Electric Heaters.

e. Surge Arrestors.

B. Closeout Submittals: As specified in Division 1 Section “Closeout Procedures.”

1. Operation and maintenance data for electric heaters.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 RACEWAYS

A. FMC: Flexible metal conduit; zinc-coated steel, interlocked steel construction.

1. Fittings: ANSI/NEMA FB 1.

B. LFMC: Liquid tight flexible metal conduit; zinc-coated steel with sunlight-resistant and mineral-oil-resistant PVC jacket.

1. Fittings: ANSI/NEMA FB 1.

C. EMT: Electrical metallic tubing; ANSI C80.3, zinc-coated steel.

1. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: ANSI/NEMA FB 1; steel compression type.

D. RNC: Rigid nonmetallic conduit; NEMA TC 2, Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 PVC as indicated.

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1. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA TC 3.

2.2 BUILDING WIRE AND CABLE

A. Feeders and Branch Circuits: Copper, stranded conductor, 600 volt insulation, Type THHN/THWN.

B. Cable Types: Armored Cable (AC), Metal-Clad Cable, (MC), Non-metallic Sheathed Cable (NM), Mineral-insulated, Metal-sheathed Cable (MI) all with ground wire.

2.3 SUPPORTING DEVICES

A. Material: Cold-formed steel, with corrosion-resistant coating.

B. Metal Items for Use Outdoors or in Damp Locations: Hot-dip galvanized steel.

C. Raceway and Cable Supports: Manufactured clevis hangers, riser clamps, straps, threaded C-clamps with retainers, ceiling trapeze hangers, wall brackets, and spring-steel clamps or click-type hangers.

2.4 OUTLET, PULL, AND JUNCTION BOXES

A. General: Provide one for each outlet, switch, receptacle, or combination, at each junction point.

1. Interior Dry Locations: Plastic or galvanized sheet metal.

2. Outdoor and Wet Locations: Weatherproof, cast metal, threaded hub.

B. Dryer Receptacle Box: Recess mount, UL listed, outlet box specifically designed for dryer receptacles.

C. Weatherproof Receptacle Cover: NEMA 3R rated, UL listed for wet locations and designed to meet requirements of NEC Article 410-57(b). UV stabilized high impact polycarbonate cover. Single gang, weatherproof cover/base assembly, gasket, inserts, and mounting hardware. Intermatic model WP1000 or equal.

2.5 CIRCUIT BREAKERS

A. Molded-Case Circuit Breaker: NEMA AB 1, with interrupting capacity to meet available fault currents. Inverse time-current element for low-level overloads, and instantaneous magnetic trip element for short circuits. Heavy-duty, bolt-on or snap-in, quick make, quick break type. Minimum interrupting rating of 10,000 amperes symmetrical at 240 volts, unless otherwise noted on drawings.

1. Multiple Pole Circuit Breakers: Thermal-magnetic type with common type handle. Minimum 100-ampere frame and through 100-ampere trip sizes shall take up same pole spacing.

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2. Application Listing: Appropriate for application; Type SWD for switching fluorescent lighting loads; Type HACR for heating, air-conditioning, and refrigerating equipment.

3. Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter Circuit Breakers: As required by NEC 2008 and as scheduled on panelboard.

4. Accessories:

a. Lockable Circuit Breakers: Handle padlock attachment for locking breaker in “OFF” position. As scheduled on panelboard.

2.6 ENCLOSED SWITCHES

A. Enclosed, Nonfusible Switch: NEMA KS 1, Type GD, with lockable handle, interlocked with cover.

2.7 ELECTRIC UNIT HEATERS (EH-1)

A. General: UL-listed, fan forced unit heater suitable for horizontal mounting, 20 gauge steel cabinet with baked on powder coat paint. Individual adjustable louvers with 30 degree downward stops.

B. Heating Element: Aluminum-finned copper clad steel sheath.

C. Fan: Aluminum blade, axial flow type directly connected to fan motor.

D. Motor: Shade pole with built in thermal overload protection.

E. Unit Controls: Thermostatically controlled motor circuit to keep fan operating after the elements have shut off.

F. Accessories:

1. Wall Hanger Arm.

2. Electronic Thermostat: UL Listed, line voltage thermostat.

2.8 ELECTRIC WALL HEATERS (EH-2)

A. General: UL-listed, fan forced heater with sheet metal wall can, metal grille with powder coat paint.

B. Elements: Tube and plate. Wall Can:

C. Blower: Centrifugal driven by an impedance protected motor isolated from the heat-ing element.

D. Safeties: High temperature manual reset and over temperature device.

E. Controls: Built-in single pole thermostat and 60 minute timer.

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2.9 ELECTRIC BASEBOARD HEATERS (EH-3 THROUGH EH-6)

A. Enclosure: Steel front cover and brackets.

B. Heating Element: Fin type bonded to steel sheathed element.

C. Wireway: Built-in.

D. Junction Boxes: Pre-wired, at each end.

E. Controls: UL-listed, digital temperature sensing, 5-1-1 programming, electronic thermostat, LCD display, double pole.

2.10 SURGE ARRESTORS

A. UL listed, hardwired, surge protective devices specifically designed for residential applications. Protects each phase to neutral/ground. Meter-Treater, Inc model RCHW-120SO or equal.

1. MCOV: 132 Volts, phase to ground and 150 Volts MCOV component.

2. Surge Current Rating:

a. L1: 40kA per leg, 80 kA total.

b. L2: 80kA per leg, 160 kA total

3. Clamp Voltage: 400 Volts, (L-G) UL 1449, 2nd edition.

4. Fault Current: 200 kA rms symmetrical.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

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

B. Materials and Components: Install level, plumb, and parallel and perpendicular to other building systems and components, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of components. Connect for ease of disconnecting, with minimum interference with other installations.

D. Right of Way: Give to raceways and piping systems installed at a required slope.

3.2 RACEWAY APPLICATION

A. Minimum Conduit Size: 1/2-inch.

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B. Concealed in Walls or Ceilings: EMT or RNC.

C. Connection to Vibrating Equipment: FMC; except in wet or damp locations use

LFMC.

3.3 RACEWAY INSTALLATION

A. Install raceways in accordance with NECA “Standard of Installation” and manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Route exposed raceways parallel and perpendicular to walls.

C. Conceal raceways and cables, within finished walls, ceilings, and floors except in attics, basements or crawls spaces.

D. Run raceway plumb, level, and in a direct line, with long sweeping bends and offsets.

Make changes in direction of raceway with symmetrical bends or metal fittings.

E. Keep legs of raceway bends in the same plane and keep straight legs of offsets parallel.

F. Maintain 12-inch clearance between conduit and surfaces with temperatures exceeding 1040F.

G. Use conduit hubs or sealing locknuts to fasten conduit to sheet metal boxes and cast boxes in damp and wet locations.

H. Install no more than equivalent of four 90-degree bends between boxes. Use conduit bodies to make sharp changes in direction.

I. Install telephone and signal system raceways with a maximum of two 90-degree long sweep bends.

J. Avoid moisture traps. Provide junction box with drain fitting in low points in raceway systems.

K. Join nonmetallic conduit using cement as recommended by manufacturer.

L. Provide suitable fittings to accommodate expansion and deflection where raceway crosses control and expansion joints.

M. Provide expansion joints as necessary for RNC conduit.

N. Seal wall and roof penetrations weathertight.

O. Securely mount raceway using manufactured supports, connectors, and securing devices.

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P. Connect motors and equipment subject to vibration, noise transmission, or movement with a maximum of 72-inches flexible conduit. Install separate ground conductor across flexible connections.

3.4 WIRE AND CABLE METHODS

A. Conductor Size:

1. Meet requirements of NFPA 70 or the sizes shown on the drawings if larger.

Use no wire smaller than No. 12 AWG for power and lighting circuits, and no smaller than No. 16 AWG for control wiring.

2. Use No. 10 AWG conductor for 20 ampere, 120 volt branch circuit home runs longer than 75 feet.

B. Wire and Cable Application: Use wiring and cabling methods specified below to the extent permitted by applicable codes.

1. Concealed Interior Feeders and Branch Circuits: AC, MC, NM, or MI cable.

2. Exposed in Attic, Basement, or Crawl Space: AC, MC, or MI cable.

3. Wet or Damp Interior Locations: Building wire in raceways.

4. Exterior Locations: Building wire in raceways.

5. Underground: Building wire in raceways or direct buried cable as indicated.

6. Remote-Control Signaling and Power-Limited Circuits, Classes 1, 2, and 3:

a. Concealed: Insulated conductors in raceways.

b. Exposed in Attic, Basement or Crawl Space: Signal wire supported every

4 feet by bridal rings.

3.5 WIRE AND CABLE INSTALLATION

A. Taps and Splices:

1. Permitted only in junction or outlet boxes.

2. Use insulated spring wire connectors with plastic caps for No. 10 AWG and smaller.

3. Use split bolt connectors for copper wire splices and taps for No. 8 AWG and larger. Tape uninsulated conductors and connectors with electrical tape to 150 percent of the insulation value of conductor.

4. Make splices and taps that are compatible with conductor material and that possess equivalent or better mechanical strength and insulation ratings than unspliced conductors.

B. Place an equal number of conductors for each phase of a circuit in same raceway or cable. Pull all conductors into a raceway at the same time.

C. Cable Installation:

1. Do not use cable as flexible connection to motors or other vibrating equipment.

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2. Run concealed cable parallel and perpendicular to building elements at right angles. Run parallel cable runs together. Run high and tight to structure.

3. Support cable every four feet and within 12 inches of every outlet box, junction box, cabinet, of fitting.

3.6 ELECTRICAL SUPPORTING DEVICE APPLICATION

A. Damp Locations and Outdoors: Use hot-dip galvanized materials or nonmetallic, slotted channel system components.

B. Dry Locations: Use steel or plastic materials.

C. Strength of Supports: Adequate to carry present and future loads, times a safety factor of at least four with, 200-lb minimum design load for each support element.

D. Clean cuts and welds. Coat unpainted surfaces with cold application zinc galvanizing.

Coat cuts and welds on painted surfaces with zinc chromate primer and finish to match existing paint.

3.7 SUPPORT INSTALLATION

A. Do not support conduit with wire or perforated pipe straps.

B. Secure electrical items and their supports to building structure, using the following methods unless other fastening methods are indicated:

1. Wood: Wood screws or screw-type nails.

2. Gypsum Board: Toggle bolts. Seal around sleeves with joint compound, both sides of wall.

3. Fasteners for Damp, Wet, or Weather-Exposed Locations: Stainless steel.

4. Fasteners: Select so load applied to each fastener does not exceed 25 percent of its proof-test load.

3.8 IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS AND DEVICES

A. Install at locations for most convenient viewing without interference with operation and maintenance of equipment.

B. Coordinate names, abbreviations, colors, and other designations used for electrical identification with corresponding designations indicated in the Contract Documents or required by codes and standards. Use consistent designations throughout Project.

C. Self-Adhesive Identification Products: Clean surfaces before applying.

D. Wire Markers: Install at each end of each wire interconnecting between such items as control panels, sensors, and control devices. Wire markers shall correspond to control wire numbers on schematic diagrams.

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E. Tag and label circuits designated to be extended in the future.

3.9 WIRING DEVICES

A. Mounting heights to centerline of outlet box or receptacle:

1. Receptacles: 18 inches above floor or ground, except as specified below.

a. Above Kitchen or Vanity Counters: 4 inches above countertops or backsplashes.

2. Switches: 48 inches above floor.

B. Install light switches on strike side of doors.

C. Install single receptacles and switches with a minimum of 6 inches separation.

Through-the-wall type handy boxes are not permitted.

D. Remove fiber washers on mounting screws before installing device.

E. Ground receptacles to metal boxes with green grounding jumpers. Mounting and terminal screws shall be tight.

F. Firmly attach plates, plumb and level.

G. Gang switches together and install under one cover plate where multiple switches are located together.

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