Attachment 2 - Specifications Volume 2.pdf

EHRM Training and Admin Space Support Project # 695-21-703

For the Department of Veterans Affairs

Clement. J. Zablocki Veterans Medical Center Milwaukee, WI. 53295

PROJECT MANUAL

Bid Documents Submission

Volume 2 of 2

11/12/2021

GUIDON DESIGN INC.

FFE, INC.

PROJECT CONTACTS:

OWNER: CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI VA MEDICAL CENTER

Attn: Andrew Jacobs 5000 W. National Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53295 Phone: 414.384.2000 x 47297 Email: andrew.jacobs3@va.gov

AE PROJECT MANAGER: GUIDON DESIGN INC.

Attn: David Vallandingham 1221 N. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Phone: 317.800.6388 x 130 Email: dvallandingham@guidondesign.com

ARCHITECT: GUIDON DESIGN INC.

Attn: Tyler Sanders 1221 N. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Phone: 317.800.6388 x 126 Email: swhitcomb@guidondesign.com

M/E/P ENGINEER: GUIDON DESIGN INC.

Attn: Chris Hawk 1221 N. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Phone: 317.800.6388 x 167 Email: chawk@guidondesign.com

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER: GUIDON DESIGN INC.

Attn: Lauren Lai 1221 N. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Phone: 317.800.6388 x 117 Email: llai@guidondesign.com

CIVIL ENGINEER: GUIDON DESIGN INC.

Attn: Chad Butler 1221 N. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Phone: 317.800.6388 x 108 Email: cbutler@guidondesign.com

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER: FFE INC.

Attn: Jack Bonbright 110 Boggs Lane, Suite 170 Cincinnati, OH 45246 Phone: 513-758-2220 Email: jack.bonbright@ffeinc.us

FIRE PROTECTION FFE INC.

ENGINEER: Attn: Greg Pearson

110 Boggs Lane, Suite 170 Cincinnati, OH 45246 Phone: 513-758-2245 Email: greg.pearson@ffeinc.us mailto:swhitcomb@guidondesign.com mailto:chawk@guidondesign.com mailto:llai@guidondesign.com

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

SECTION NO. DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES DATE

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 05-20

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 05-21 01 01 10SN Special Notes 01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build 03-20 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 05-17 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 07-20 01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 11-18 01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-21 01 58 16 Temporary Interior Signage 07-15 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 01-21

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 08-17 02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 01-21 02 82 13.19 Asbestos Floor Tile and Mastic Abatement 01-21

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 01-21

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 01 00 Maintenance of Masonry 01-21 04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 10-17 04 05 16 Masonry Grouting 01-21 04 20 00 Unit Masonry 08-17

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 11-18 05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 08-18 05 51 00 Metal Stairs 01-21

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 10-17

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DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 01 50.19 Preparation for Re-Roofing 01-21 07 18 13 Pedestrian Traffic Coatings 01-21 07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 01-21 07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 01-21 07 53 23 Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer Roofing 01-21 07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 01-21 07 71 00 Roof Specialties 01-21 07 72 00 Roof Accessories 01-21 07 84 00 Firestopping 01-21 07 92 00 Joint Sealants 10-17 07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 01-21

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-21 08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 01-21 08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 01-21 08 51 69.11 Aluminum Storm Windows 01-21 08 71 00 Door Hardware 01-21 08 71 13.11 Low Energy Power Assist Door Operators 01-21 08 80 00 Glazing 01-21 08 90 00 Louvers and Vents 01-21

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 05 16 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes 01-21 09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 01-21 09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 06-18 09 29 00 Gypsum Board 04-20 09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 01-21 09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-18 09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 01-21 09 91 00 Painting 01-21

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 14 00 Signage 01-21 10 21 13 Toilet Compartments 01-21 10 22 26.13 Accordion Folding Partitions 01-21 10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 01-21 10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-18

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 24 00 Window Shades 08-17

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12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 09-15 12 36 00 Countertops 12-18

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT

14 24 10 Modernization of Hydraulic Elevator 08-20

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 06-15 21 13 16 Dry-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 01-15

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 09-20 22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-20 22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-19 22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 05-21 22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-20 22 14 29 Sump Pumps 09-15 22 33 00 Electric Domestic Water Heaters 09-20 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 02-20 23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment 02-20

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-20 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-20 23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11 23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 02-20 23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 02-20 23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-20 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 02-20 23 34 00 HVAC Fans 02-20 23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 02-20 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 02-20 23 73 00 Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units 03-20 23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 03-20 23 82 00 Convection Heating and Cooling Units 03-20 23 82 16 Air Coils 03-20

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 01-17 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 01-17

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26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 01-18 26 09 23 Lighting Controls 01-18 26 24 16 Panelboards 01-18 26 27 26 Wiring Devices 01-18 26 29 11 Motor Controllers 01-18 26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 01-17 26 51 00 Interior Lighting 01-18

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 09-19 27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 06-15 27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 10-18 27 15 00 Communications Structured Cabling 01-16

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security

10-18

28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security

09-11

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 10-11

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 20 00 Earthwork 07-16 31 23 23.33 Flowable Fill 10-12

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 05 23 Cement and Concrete for Exterior Improvements 08-16 32 12 16 Asphalt Paving 09-15 32 17 23 Pavement Markings 08-16 32 90 00 Planting 08-16

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION 48 – Electrical Power Generation

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SECTION 21 13 13

WET-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Design, installation and testing shall be in accordance with

NFPA 13.

B. The design and installation of a hydraulically calculated automatic wet-pipe system complete and ready for operation.

C. Modification of the existing sprinkler system as indicated on the drawings and as further required by these specifications.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

C. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

D. Section 22 05 23, GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING.

E. Section 28 31 00, FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM.

1.3 DESIGN CRITERIA

A. Design Basis Information: Provide design, materials, equipment, installation, inspection, and testing of the automatic sprinkler system in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13.

1. Perform hydraulic calculations in accordance with NFPA 13 utilizing the Area/Density method. Do not restrict design area reductions permitted for using quick response sprinklers throughout by the required use of standard response sprinklers in the areas identified in this section.

2. Sprinkler Protection: Sprinkler hazard classifications shall be in accordance with NFPA 13. The hazard classification examples of uses and conditions identified in the Annex of NFPA 13 shall be mandatory for areas not listed below. Request clarification from the

Government for any hazard classification not identified. To determining spacing and sizing, apply the following coverage classifications:

a. Light Hazard Occupancies: Training areas, offices, restrooms, and customary access areas.

b. Ordinary Hazard Group 1 Occupancies: Mechanical Equipment Rooms, Transformer Rooms, Electrical Switchgear Rooms, Electric Closets.

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c. Ordinary Hazard Group 2 Occupancies: Storage rooms, trash rooms, storage areas, file storage areas for the entire area of the space up to 140 square meters (1500 square feet).

3. Hydraulic Calculations: Calculated demand including hose stream requirements shall fall no less than 10 percent below the available water supply curve.

4. Water Supply: Base water supply on a flow test of:

a. Location: New risers in Wings A and C.

b. Elevation Static Test Gauge

c. Elevation Residual Test Gauge

d. Static pressure:

e. Residual pressure:

f. Flow:

g. Date:

5. Zoning:

a. For each sprinkler zone provide a control valve, flow switch, and a test and drain assembly with pressure gauge.

b. Sprinkler zones shall conform to the smoke barrier zones shown on the drawings.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit as one package in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. Prepare detailed working drawings that are signed by a NICET Level III or Level IV Sprinkler Technician or stamped by a Registered Professional Engineer licensed in the field of Fire Protection Engineering. As the Government review is for technical adequacy only, the installer remains responsible for correcting any conflicts with other trades and building construction that arise during installation. Partial submittals will not be accepted. Material submittals shall be approved prior to the purchase or delivery to the job site. Suitably bind submittals in notebooks or binders and provide an index referencing the appropriate specification section. In addition to the hard copies, provide submittal items in

Paragraphs 1.4(A)1 through 1.4(A)5 electronically in pdf format on a compact disc or as directed by the COR. Submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Qualifications:

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a. Provide a copy of the installing contractors fire sprinkler and state contractor’s license.

b. Provide a copy of the NICET certification for the NICET Level III or Level IV Sprinkler Technician who prepared and signed the detailed working drawings unless the drawings are stamped by a

Registered Professional Engineer licensed in the field of Fire

Protection Engineering.

c. Provide documentation showing that the installer has been actively and successfully engaged in the installation of commercial automatic sprinkler systems for the past ten years.

2. Drawings: Submit detailed 1:100 (1/8 inch) scale (minimum) working drawings conforming to the Plans and Calculations chapter of NFPA

13. Drawings shall include graphical scales that allow the user to determine lengths when the drawings are reduced in size. Include a plan showing the piping to the water supply test location.

3. Manufacturer’s Data Sheets: Provide data sheets for all materials and equipment proposed for use on the system. Include listing information and installation instructions in data sheets. Where data sheets describe items in addition to those proposed to be used for the system, clearly identify the proposed items on the sheet.

4. Calculation Sheets:

a. Submit hydraulic calculation sheets in tabular form conforming to the requirements and recommendations of the Plans and

Calculations chapter of NFPA 13.

5. Valve Charts: Provide a valve chart that identifies the location of each control valve. Coordinate nomenclature and identification of control valves with COR. Where existing nomenclature does not exist, the chart shall include no less than the following: Tag ID

No., Valve Size, Service (control valve, main drain, aux. drain, inspectors test valve, etc.), and Location.

6. Final Document Submittals: Provide as-built drawings, testing and maintenance instructions in accordance with the requirements in

Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. In addition, submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

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a. A complete set of as-built drawings showing the installed system with the specific interconnections between the system switches and the fire alarm equipment. Provide a complete set in the formats as follows. Submit items 2 and 3 below on a compact disc or as directed by the COR.

1) One full size (or size as directed by the COR) printed copy.

2) One complete set in electronic pdf format.

3) One complete set in AutoCAD format or a format as directed by the COR.

b. Material and Testing Certificate: Upon completion of the sprinkler system installation or any partial section of the system, including testing and flushing, provide a copy of a completed Material and Testing Certificate as indicated in NFPA

13. Certificates shall be provided to document all parts of the installation.

c. Operations and Maintenance Manuals that include step-by-step procedures required for system startup, operation, shutdown, and routine maintenance and testing. The manuals shall include the manufacturer's name, model number, parts list, and tools that should be kept in stock by the owner for routine maintenance, including the name of a local supplier, simplified wiring and controls diagrams, troubleshooting guide, and recommended service organization, including address and telephone number, for each item of equipment.

d. One paper copy of the Material and Testing Certificates and the

Operations and Maintenance Manuals above shall be provided in a binder. In addition, these materials shall be provided in pdf format on a compact disc or as directed by the COR.

e. Provide one additional copy of the Operations and Maintenance

Manual covering the system in a flexible protective cover and mount in an accessible location adjacent to the riser or as directed by the COR.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Reliability: The installer shall possess a valid State of

Wisconsin fire sprinkler contractor's license. The installer shall have been actively and successfully engaged in the installation of commercial automatic sprinkler systems for the past ten years.

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B. Materials and Equipment: All equipment and devices shall be of a make and type listed by UL or approved by FM, or other nationally recognized testing laboratory for the specific purpose for which it is used. All materials, devices, and equipment shall be approved by the VA. All materials and equipment shall be free from defect. All materials and equipment shall be new unless specifically indicated otherwise on the contract drawings.

1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

13-2019 ................Installation of Sprinkler Systems

25-2020 ................Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-

Based Fire Protection Systems

101-2021 ...............Life Safety Code

170-2021 ...............Fire Safety Symbols

C. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

Fire Protection Equipment Directory (2011)

D. Factory Mutual Engineering Corporation (FM):

Approval Guide

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PIPING & FITTINGS

A. Piping and fittings for private underground water mains shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

1. Pipe and fittings from inside face of building 300 mm (12 in.) above finished floor to a distance of approximately 1500 mm (5 ft.)

outside building: Ductile Iron, flanged fittings and 316 stainless steel bolting.

B. Piping and fittings for sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with

NFPA 13.

1. Plain-end pipe fittings with locking lugs or shear bolts are not permitted.

2. Piping sizes 50 mm (2 inches) and smaller shall be black steel

Schedule 40 with threaded end connections.

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3. Piping sizes 65 mm (2 ½ inches) and larger shall be black steel

Schedule 10 with grooved connections. Grooves in Schedule 10 piping shall be rolled grooved only.

4. Use nonferrous piping in MRI Scanning Rooms.

5. Plastic piping shall not be permitted except for drain piping.

6. Flexible sprinkler hose shall be FM Approved and limited to hose with threaded end fittings with a minimum inside diameter or 1-inch and a maximum length of 6-feet.

2.2 VALVES

A. General:

1. Valves shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

2. Do not use quarter turn ball valves for 50 mm (2 inch) or larger drain valves.

B. Control Valve: The control valves shall be a listed indicating type.

Control valves shall be UL Listed or FM Approved for fire protection installations. System control valve shall be rated for normal system pressure but in no case less than 175 PSI.

C. Check Valve: Shall be of the swing type with a flanged cast iron body and flanged inspection plate.

D. Automatic Ball Drips: Cast brass 20 mm (3/4 inch) in-line automatic ball drip with both ends threaded with iron pipe threads.

E. Backflow Preventer: Provide backflow preventer in accordance with

Section 22 05 23, GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING. Provide means to forward flow test the backflow preventer in accordance with

NFPA 13.

2.3 FIRE DEPARTMENT SIAMESE CONNECTION

A. Brass, exterior fire department connection with brass escutcheon plate, and a minimum of two 65 mm (2-1/2 inch) connections threaded to match those on the local fire protection service, with polished brass caps and chains. Provide escutcheon with integral raised letters "Automatic

Sprinkler". Install an automatic ball drip between fire department connection and check valve with drain piping routed to the exterior of the building or a floor drain.

2.4 SPRINKLERS

A. All sprinklers shall be FM approved quick response. Provide FM approved quick response sprinklers in all areas, except that standard response

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B. Temperature Ratings: In accordance with NFPA 13 except that sprinklers in elevator shafts and elevator machine rooms shall be no less than intermediate temperature rated and sprinklers in generator rooms shall be no less than high temperature rated.

C. Provide sprinkler guards in accordance with NFPA 13 and when the elevation of the sprinkler head is less than 7 feet 6 inches above finished floor. The sprinkler guard shall be UL listed or FM approved for use with the corresponding sprinkler.

2.5 SPRINKLER CABINET

A. Provide sprinkler cabinet with the required number of sprinkler heads of all ratings and types installed, and a sprinkler wrench for each type of sprinkler in accordance with NFPA 13. Locate adjacent to the riser.

B. Provide a list of sprinklers installed in the property in the cabinet.

The list shall include the following:

1. Manufacturer, model, orifice, deflector type, thermal sensitivity, and pressure for each type of sprinkler in the cabinet.

2. General description of where each sprinkler is used.

3. Quantity of each type present in the cabinet.

4. Issue or revision date of list.

2.6 SPRINKLER SYSTEM SIGNAGE

Rigid plastic, steel or aluminum signs with white lettering on a red background with holes for easy attachment. Sprinkler system signage shall be attached to the valve or piping with chain.

2.7 SWITCHES:

A. OS&Y Valve Supervisory Switches shall be in a weatherproof die cast/red baked enamel, oil resistant, aluminum housing with tamper resistant screws, 13 mm (1/2 inch) conduit entrance and necessary facilities for attachment to the valves. Provide two SPDT switches rated at 2.5 amps at 24 VDC.

B. Water flow Alarm Switches: Mechanical, non-coded, non-accumulative retard and adjustable from 0 to 60 seconds minimum. Set flow switches at an initial setting between 20 and 30 seconds.

C. Valve Supervisory Switches for Ball and Butterfly Valves: May be integral with the valve.

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2.8 GAUGES

Provide gauges as required by NFPA 13. Provide gauges where the normal pressure of the system is at the midrange of the gauge.

2.9 PIPE HANGERS, SUPPORTS AND RESTRAINT OF SYSTEM PIPING

Pipe hangers, supports, and restraint of system piping shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

2.10 WALL, FLOOR AND CEILING PLATES

Provide chrome plated steel escutcheon plates.

2.11 ANTIFREEZE SOLUTION

Antifreeze solution shall be in accordance with NFPA 13 and shall be compatible with use in a potable water supply.

2.12 VALVE TAGS

Engraved black filled numbers and letters not less than 15 mm (1/2 inch) high for number designation, and not less than 8 mm (1/4 inch) for service designation on 19 gage, 40 mm (1-1/2 inches) round brass disc, attached with brass "S" hook, brass chain, or nylon twist tie.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Installation shall be accomplished by the licensed contractor. Provide a qualified technician, experienced in the installation and operation of the type of system being installed, to supervise the installation and testing of the system.

B. Installation of Piping: Accurately cut pipe to measurements established by the installer and work into place without springing or forcing. In any situation where bending of the pipe is required, use a standard pipe-bending template. Concealed piping in spaces that have finished ceilings. Where ceiling mounted equipment exists, such as in operating and radiology rooms, install sprinklers so as not to obstruct the movement or operation of the equipment. Sidewall heads may need to be utilized. In stairways, locate piping as near to the ceiling as possible to prevent tampering by unauthorized personnel and to provide a minimum headroom clearance of 2250 mm (seven feet six inches). Piping shall not obstruct the minimum means of egress clearances required by

NFPA 101. Pipe hangers, supports, and restraint of system piping, shall be installed accordance with NFPA 13.

C. Welding: Conform to the requirements and recommendations of NFPA 13.

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D. Drains: Provide drips and drains, including low point drains, in accordance with NFPA 13. Pipe drains to discharge at safe points outside of the building or to sight cones attached to drains of adequate size to readily carry the full flow from each drain under maximum pressure. Do not provide a direct drain connection to sewer system or discharge into sinks. Install drips and drains where necessary and required by NFPA 13. The drain piping shall not be restricted or reduced and shall be of the same diameter as the drain collector.

E. Supervisory Switches: Provide supervisory switches for sprinkler control valves.

F. Waterflow Alarm Switches: Install waterflow alarm switches and valves in stairwells or other easily accessible locations.

G. Inspector's Test Connection: Install and supply in accordance with NFPA

13, locate in a secured area, and discharge to the exterior of the building.

H. Affix cutout disks, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for flow switches and non-threaded pipe connections to the respective waterflow switch or pipe connection near to the pipe from where they were cut.

I. Provide escutcheon plates for exposed piping passing through walls, floors or ceilings.

J. Clearances: For systems requiring seismic protection, piping that passes through floors or walls shall have penetrations sized 50 mm (2 inches) nominally larger than the penetrating pipe for pipe sizes 25 mm

(1 inch) to 90 mm (3 ½ inches) and 100 mm (4 inches) nominally larger for penetrating pipe sizes 100 mm (4 inches) and larger.

K. Sleeves: Provide for pipes passing through masonry or concrete. Provide space between the pipe and the sleeve in accordance with NFPA 13. Seal this space with a UL Listed through penetration fire stop material in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. Where core drilling is used in lieu of sleeves, also seal space. Seal penetrations of walls, floors and ceilings of other types of construction, in accordance with

Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

L. Provide pressure gauges at each water flow alarm switch location and at each main drain connection.

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M. For each fire department connection, provide the symbolic sign given in

NFPA 170 and locate 2400 to 3000 mm (8 to 10 feet) above each connection location. Size the sign to 450 by 450 mm (18 by 18 inches) with the symbol being at least 350 by 350 mm (14 by 14 inches).

N. Firestopping shall be provided for all penetrations of fire resistance rated construction. Firestopping shall comply with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

O. MRI Suite: Provide no more than one penetration of the MRI shield enclosure.

P. Painting of Pipe: In finished areas where walls and ceilings have been painted, paint primed surfaces with two coats of paint to match adjacent surfaces, except paint valves and operating accessories with two coats of gloss red enamel. Exercise care to avoid painting sprinklers. Painting of sprinkler systems above suspended ceilings and in crawl spaces is not required. Painting shall comply with Section 09

91 00, PAINTING. Any painted sprinkler shall be replaced with a new sprinkler.

Q. Sprinkler System Signage: Provide rigid sprinkler system signage in accordance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25. Sprinkler system signage shall include, but not limited to, the following:

1. Identification Signs:

a. Provide signage for each control valve, drain valve, sprinkler cabinet, and inspector’s test.

b. Provide valve tags for each operable valve. Coordinate nomenclature and identification of operable valves with COR.

Where existing nomenclature does not exist, the Tag

Identification shall include no less than the following: (FP-B-

F/SZ-#) Fire Protection, Building Number, Floor Number/Smoke Zone

(if applicable), and Valve Number. (E.g., FP-500-1E-001) Fire

Protection, Building 500, First Floor East, Number 001.)

2. Instruction/Information Signs:

a. Provide signage for each control valve to indicate valve function and to indicate what system is being controlled.

b. Provide signage indicating the number and location of low point drains.

3. Hydraulic Placards:

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a. Provide signage indicating hydraulic design information. The placard shall include location of the design area, discharge densities, required flow and residual pressure at the base of riser, occupancy classification, hose stream allowance, flow test information, and installing contractor. Locate hydraulic placard information signs at each alarm check valve.

R. Repairs: Repair damage to the building or equipment resulting from the installation of the sprinkler system by the installer at no additional expense to the Government.

S. Interruption of Service: There shall be no interruption of the existing sprinkler protection, water, electric, or fire alarm services without prior permission of the Contracting Officer. Contractor shall develop an interim fire protection program where interruptions involve occupied spaces. Request in writing at least one week prior to the planned interruption.

3.2 INSPECTION AND TEST

A. Preliminary Testing: Flush newly installed systems prior to performing hydrostatic tests in order to remove any debris which may have been left as well as ensuring piping is unobstructed. Hydrostatically test system, including the fire department connections, as specified in NFPA

13, in the presence of the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) or his designated representative. Test and flush underground water line prior to performing these hydrostatic tests.

B. Final Inspection and Testing: Subject system to tests in accordance with NFPA 13, and when all necessary corrections have been accomplished, advise COR to schedule a final inspection and test.

Connection to the fire alarm system shall have been in service for at least ten days prior to the final inspection, with adjustments made to prevent false alarms. Furnish all instruments, labor and materials required for the tests and provide the services of the installation foreman or other competent representative of the installer to perform the tests. Correct deficiencies and retest system as necessary, prior to the final acceptance. Include the operation of all features of the systems under normal operations in test

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3.3 INSTRUCTIONS

Furnish the services of a competent instructor for not less than two hours for instructing personnel in the operation and maintenance of the system, on the dates requested by the COR.

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SECTION 21 13 16

DRY-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Design, installation and testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

B. The design and installation of a hydraulically calculated automatic dry-pipe sprinkler system complete and ready for operation, for those locations as shown on the contract drawings.

C. Modification of the existing dry-pipe sprinkler system as indicated on the drawings and as further required by these specifications.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

C. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

D. Section 28 31 00, FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM.

1.3 DESIGN CRITERIA

A. Design Basis Information: Provide design, materials, equipment, installation, inspection, and testing of the automatic sprinkler system in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13.

1. Perform hydraulic calculations in accordance with NFPA 13 utilizing the Area/Density method, including all applicable design area increases.

2. Sprinkler Protection: Sprinkler hazard classifications shall be in accordance with NFPA 13. The hazard classification examples of uses and conditions identified in the Annex of NFPA 13 shall be mandatory. Request clarification from the Government for any hazard classification not identified.

3. Dry-pipe Sprinkler System Volume:

a. Contractor shall indicate the calculated volume of each system on the sprinkler system shop drawings.

b. For dry-pipe sprinkler systems with volumes greater than 1893 L

(500 gal) up to 2839 L (750 gal), provide a quick opening device unless water delivery time calculations indicate the quick opening devices is not required.

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c. For dry-pipe sprinkler systems with volumes greater than 2839 L

(750 gal), provide calculations for water delivery time.

Calculations shall demonstrate compliance with NFPA 13.

4. Hydraulic Calculations: Calculated demand including hose stream requirements shall fall no less than 10 percent below the available water supply curve.

5. Water Supply: Base water supply on a flow test of:

a. Location Existing risers in Wings A and C

b. Elevation Static Test Gauge

c. Elevation Residual Test Gauge

d. Static pressure:

e. Residual pressure:

f. Flow:

g. Date: ______ Time ______

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit as one package in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. Prepare detailed working drawings that are signed by a NICET Level III or Level IV Sprinkler Technician or stamped by a Registered Professional Engineer licensed in the field of Fire Protection Engineering. As the Government review is for technical adequacy only, the installer remains responsible for correcting any conflicts with other trades and building construction that arise during installation. Partial submittals will not be accepted. Material submittals shall be approved prior to the purchase or delivery to the job site. Suitably bind submittals in notebooks or binders and provide an index referencing the appropriate specification section. In addition to the hard copies, provide submittal items in

Paragraphs 1.4(A)1 through 1.4(A)5 electronically in pdf format on a compact disc or as directed by the COR. Submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Qualifications:

a. Provide a copy of the installing contractors fire sprinkler and state contractor’s license.

b. Provide a copy of the NICET certification for the NICET Level III or Level IV Sprinkler Technician who prepared and signed the detailed working drawings unless the drawings are stamped by a

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Registered Professional Engineer licensed in the field of Fire

Protection Engineering.

c. Provide documentation showing that the installer has been actively and successfully engaged in the installation of commercial automatic sprinkler systems for the past ten years.

2. Drawings: Submit detailed 1:100 (1/8 inch) scale (minimum) working drawings conforming to the Plans and Calculations chapter of NFPA

13. Drawings shall include graphical scales that allow the user to determine lengths when the drawings are reduced in size. Include a plan showing the piping to the water supply test location.

3. Manufacturer’s Data Sheets: Provide data sheets for all materials and equipment proposed for use on the system. Include listing information and installation instructions in data sheets. Where data sheets describe items in addition to those proposed to be used for the system, clearly identify the proposed items on the sheet.

4. Calculation Sheets:

a. Submit hydraulic calculation sheets in tabular form conforming to the requirements and recommendations of the Plans and

Calculations chapter of NFPA 13.

b. For dry-pipe sprinkler systems with volumes more than 2838 L (750 gal), submit calculations for dry-pipe system water delivery time in accordance with NFPA 13.

5. Valve Charts: Provide a valve chart that identifies the location of each control valve. Coordinate nomenclature and identification of control valves with COR. Where existing nomenclature does not exist, the chart shall include no less than the following: Tag ID

No., Valve Size, Service (control valve, main drain, aux. drain, inspectors test valve, etc.), and Location.

6. Final Document Submittals: Provide as-built drawings, testing and maintenance instructions in accordance with the requirements in

Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES. In addition, submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. A complete set of as-built drawings showing the installed system with the specific interconnections between the system switches and the fire alarm equipment. Provide a complete set in the

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1) One full size (or size as directed by the COR) printed copy.

2) One complete set in electronic pdf format.

3) One complete set in AutoCAD format or a format as directed by the COR.

b. Material and Testing Certificate: Upon completion of the sprinkler system installation or any partial section of the system, including testing and flushing, provide a copy of a completed Material and Testing Certificate as indicated in NFPA

13. Certificates shall be provided to document all parts of the installation.

c. Operations and Maintenance Manuals that include step-by-step procedures required for system startup, operation, shutdown, and routine maintenance and testing. The manuals shall include the manufacturer's name, model number, parts list, and tools that should be kept in stock by the owner for routine maintenance, including the name of a local supplier, simplified wiring and controls diagrams, troubleshooting guide, and recommended service organization, including address and telephone number, for each item of equipment.

d. One paper copy of the Material and Testing Certificates and the

Operations and Maintenance Manuals above shall be provided in a binder. In addition, these materials shall be provided in pdf format on a compact disc or as directed by the COR.

e. Provide one additional copy of the Operations and Maintenance

Manual covering the system in a flexible protective cover and mount in an accessible location adjacent to the riser or as directed by the COR.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Reliability: The installer shall possess a valid State of

Wisconsin fire sprinkler contractor's license. The installer shall have been actively and successfully engaged in the installation of commercial automatic sprinkler systems for the past ten years.

B. Materials and Equipment: All equipment and devices shall be of a make and type listed by UL or approved by FM, or other nationally recognized testing laboratory for the specific purpose for which it is used. All

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1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

13-[2019] ..............Installation of Sprinkler Systems

25-[2020] .............Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-

Based Fire Protection Systems

101-[2021] .............Life Safety Code

170-[2021] .............Fire Safety Symbols

C. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

Fire Protection Equipment Directory [ ]

D. Factory Mutual Engineering Corporation (FM):

Approval Guide [ ]

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

Dry-pipe sprinkler systems shall comply with the requirements of NFPA

13.

2.2 PIPING & FITTINGS

A. Piping and fittings for private underground water mains shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

1. Pipe and fittings from inside face of building 300 mm (12 in.) above finished floor to a distance of approximately 1500 mm (5 ft.)

outside building: Ductile Iron, flanged fittings and 316 stainless steel bolting.

B. Piping and fittings for sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with

NFPA 13.

1. Plain-end pipe fittings with locking lugs or shear bolts are not permitted.

2. Piping sizes 50 mm (2 inches) and smaller shall be black steel

Schedule 40 with threaded end connections.

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3. Piping sizes 65 mm (2 ½ inches) and larger shall be black steel

Schedule 10 with grooved connections. Grooves in Schedule 10 piping shall be rolled grooved only.

2.3 VALVES

A. General:

1. Valves shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

2. Do not use quarter turn ball valves for 50 mm (2 inch) or larger drain valves.

2.4 SPRINKLERS

A. All sprinklers shall be FM approved. All sprinklers shall be either upright type, dry pendent type, or dry sidewall type. Provide FM

Approved quick response sprinklers in all areas.

B. Temperature Ratings: In accordance with NFPA 13.

C. Provide sprinkler guards in accordance with NFPA 13 and when the elevation of the head is less than 7 feet 6 inches above finished floor. The sprinkler guard shall be listed or approved for use with the corresponding sprinkler.

2.5 SPRINKLER CABINET

A. Provide sprinkler cabinet with the required number of sprinkler heads of all ratings and types installed, and a sprinkler wrench for each type of sprinkler in accordance with NFPA 13.

B. Provide a list of sprinklers installed in the property in the cabinet.

The list shall include the following:

1. Manufacturer, model, orifice, deflector type, thermal sensitivity, and pressure for each type of sprinkler in the cabinet.

2. General description of where each sprinkler is used.

3. Quantity of each type present in the cabinet.

4. Issue or revision date of list.

2.6 SPRINKLER SYSTEM SIGNAGE

Rigid plastic, steel or aluminum signs with white lettering on a red background with holes for easy attachment. Sprinkler system signage shall be attached to the valve or piping with chain.

2.7 GAUGES

Provide gauges as required by NFPA 13. Provide gauges where the normal pressure of the system is at the midrange of the gauge.

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2.8 PIPE HANGERS, SUPPORTS AND RESTRAINT OF SYSTEM PIPING

Pipe hangers, supports, and restraint of system piping shall be in accordance with NFPA 13.

2.9 WALL, FLOOR AND CEILING PLATES

Provide chrome plated steel escutcheon plates.

2.10 VALVE TAGS

Engraved black filled numbers and letters not less than 15 mm (1/2 inch) high for number designation, and not less than 8 mm (1/4 inch) for service designation on 19 gage, 40 mm (1-1/2 inches) round brass disc, attached with brass "S" hook, brass chain, or nylon twist tie.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Installation shall be accomplished by the licensed contractor. Provide a qualified technician, experienced in the installation and operation of the type of system being installed, to supervise the installation and testing of the system.

B. Installation of Piping: Accurately cut pipe to measurements established by the installer and work into place without springing or forcing. In any situation where bending of the pipe is required, use a standard pipe-bending template. Conceal piping in spaces that have finished ceilings. In stairways, locate piping as near to the ceiling as possible to prevent tampering by unauthorized personnel and to provide a minimum headroom clearance of 2250 mm (seven feet six inches). Piping shall not obstruct the minimum means of egress clearances required by

NFPA 101. Pipe hangers, supports, and restraint of system piping, shall be installed accordance with NFPA 13.

C. Welding: Conform to the requirements and recommendations of NFPA 13.

D. Pitching of Pipe: Conform to the requirements of NFPA 13.

E. Drains: Provide drips and drains, including low point drains, in accordance with NFPA 13. Pipe drains to discharge at safe points outside of the building. Do not provide a direct drain connection to sewer system or discharge into sinks.

F. Inspector's Test Connection: Install and supply in conformance with

NFPA 13, and discharge to the exterior of the building. Locate test connection in an area not susceptible to mechanical damage. For dry-pipe sprinkler systems more than 2800 L (750 gal), provide the number

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G. Affix cutout disks, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for non-threaded pipe connections, to the respective pipe connection near to the pipe from where they were cut.

H. Provide escutcheon plates for exposed piping passing through walls, floors or ceilings.

I. Clearances: For systems requiring seismic protection, piping that passes through floors or walls shall have penetrations sized 50 mm (2 inches) nominally larger than the penetrating pipe for pipe sizes 25 mm

(1 inch) to 90 mm (3 ½ inches) and 100 mm (4 inches) nominally larger for penetrating pipe sizes 100 mm (4 inches) and larger.

J. Sleeves: Provide for pipes passing through masonry or concrete. Provide space between the pipe and the sleeve in accordance with NFPA 13. Seal this space with a UL Listed through penetration fire stop material in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. Where core drilling is used in lieu of sleeves, also seal space around penetrations. Seal penetrations of walls, floors and ceilings of other types of construction, in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

K. Firestopping shall be provided for all penetrations of fire resistance rated construction. Firestopping shall comply with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

L. Painting of Pipe: In finished areas where walls and ceilings have been painted, paint primed surfaces with two coats of paint to match adjacent surfaces, except paint valves and operating accessories with two coats of gloss red enamel. Exercise care to avoid painting sprinklers. Painting of sprinkler systems above suspended ceilings and in crawl spaces is not required. Painting shall comply with Section 09

90 00, PAINTING. Any painted sprinkler shall be replaced with a new sprinkler.

M. Locate sprinkler cabinet adjacent to the dry-pipe sprinkler system riser or as directed by COR.

N. Sprinkler System Signage: Provide rigid sprinkler system signage in accordance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25. Sprinkler system signage shall include, but not limited to, the following:

1. Identification Signs:

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a. Provide signage for each control valve, drain valve, sprinkler cabinet, and inspector’s test.

b. Provide valve tags for each operable valve. Coordinate nomenclature and identification of operable valves with COR.

Where existing nomenclature does not exist, the Tag

Identification shall include no less than the following: (FP-B-

F/SZ-#) Fire Protection, Building Number, Floor Number/Smoke Zone

(if applicable), and Valve Number. (E.g., FP-500-1E-001) Fire

Protection, Building 500, First Floor East, Number 001.)

2. Instruction/Information Signs:

a. Provide signage for each control valve to indicate valve function and to indicate what system is being controlled.

b. Provide signage indicating the number and location of low point drains.

3. Hydraulic Placards:

a. Provide signage indicating hydraulic design information. The placard shall include location of the design area, discharge densities, required flow and residual pressure at the base of riser, occupancy classification, hose stream allowance, flow test information, and installing contractor. Locate hydraulic placard information signs at each dry-pipe valve.

O. Repairs: Repair damage to the building or equipment resulting from the installation of the sprinkler system by the installer at no additional expense to the Government.

P. Interruption of Service: There shall be no interruption of the existing sprinkler protection, water, electric, or fire alarm services without prior permission of the Contracting Officer Representative. Contractor shall develop an interim fire protection program where interruptions involve in occupied spaces. Request in writing at least one week prior to the planned interruption.

3.2 INSPECTION AND TEST

A. Preliminary Testing: Flush newly installed systems prior to performing tests in order to remove any debris which may have been left as well as ensuring piping is unobstructed. Manually demonstrate nitrogen concentration in dry-pipe sprinkler system piping is at least 98%.

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13, in the presence of the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) or their designated representative. For dry-pipe sprinkler systems with a quick-opening device, the system shall be trip tested with the quick-opening device functioning and with the quick-opening device disabled.

Record the time to water delivery for each test. Demonstrate pitch of pipe is in compliance with NFPA 13.

B. Final Inspection and Testing: Subject system to tests in accordance with NFPA 13, and when all necessary corrections have been accomplished, advise COR to schedule a final inspection and test.

Connection to the fire alarm system shall have been in service for at least ten days prior to the final inspection, with adjustments made to prevent false alarms. Furnish all instruments, labor and materials required for the tests and provide the services of the installation foreman or other competent representative of the installer to perform the tests. Correct deficiencies and retest system as necessary, prior to the final inspection and testing. Include the operation of all features of the systems under normal operations in test. At the conclusion of final inspection and testing, blow out dry-pipe system piping using compressed air. Verify piping is fully drained, including low point drains.

C. Post-Final Inspection: One month after final inspection and testing, the contractor shall manually verify that the system piping has a nitrogen concentration of at least 98%. Advise COR to schedule post-final inspection.

D. Final Contractual Acceptance: Final contractual acceptance will be given after successful completion of the final inspection and testing and post-final inspection. The warranty period shall begin after final contractual acceptance.

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS

Furnish the services of a competent instructor for not less than two hours for instructing personnel in the operation and maintenance of the system on the dates requested by the COR.

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SECTION 22 05 11

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The requirements of this Section shall apply to all sections of

Division 22.

B. Definitions:

1. Exposed: Piping and equipment exposed to view in finished rooms.

2. Exterior: Piping and equipment exposed to weather be it temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind or solar radiation.

C. Abbreviations/Acronyms:

1. ABS:…