Attachment_A.pdf

ATTACHMENT A

SERVICE AND MATERIAL PARAMETERS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS) EQUIPMENT 2

OSP CONSTRUCTION CONDUIT – UNDERGROUND 3

HDPE OUTER DUCT 5

HDPE INNER DUCT 5

SECONDARY UNDERGROUND CONDUIT 6

ABOVE GROUND CONDUIT 6

CONDUIT PLACEMENT – GENERAL 7

CONDUIT PLACEMENT- MULTI-DUCT INSTALLATION IN OUTER DUCT 8

CONDUIT PLACEMENT - SPLICING OF THE CONDUIT 8

CONDUIT PLACEMENT - DUCT PLUGS AND MECHANICAL CEILING

DEVICES 8

LIST OF ITEMS FOR OSP CONDUIT - UNDERGROUND 8

FIBER OPTIC CABLING AND RELATED ITEMS

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 10

2.0 FIBER OPTIC CABLE SPECIFICATIONS 10

3.0 FIBER OPTIC CABLE OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP) 12

4.0 CABLES LABELING 13

5.0 RISER CABLES UP TO 24 FIBERS (MULTIMODE OFNP) 14

6.0 RISER CABLES WITH MORE THAN 24 FIBERS

(MULTIMODE OFNP) 14

7.0 NON-PLENUM APPLICATIONS 14

8.0 PLENUM CABLES UP TO 24 FIBERS (MULTIMODE OFNP) 14

9.0 PLENUM APPLICATIONS 14

10.0 LIST OF ITEMS FOR FIBER OPTICS CABLING 15

11.0 CABLE PULLING 16

12.0 OPTICAL SPLICING AND TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS 19

13.0 PULL BOXES 23

14.0 OUTSIDE PLANT CABINETS 25

15.0 OUTSIDE PLANT AS-BUILT DOCUMENTATION 32

INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS) EQUIPMENT

All ITS equipment shall be compatible with the Sarasota County Traffic Signal System and the Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) Central Management Platform software.

The table below provides a list of ITS devices currently in use by the County. The County reserves the right to update this list as necessary, and a modified list will be provided when changes are made. Any device not listed must be approved by the County prior to use:

Traffic ITS Components Description

ITS Field Cabinet Type 336S ITS Cabinet w/ Sunshields

Ethernet Switch Ruggedcom, both 916C & 920P

Network Router Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switch

Fiber Termination Panel Corning Fiber Optic Connector Panel

Microwave Vehicle Detection Wavetronix product approved by the County

CCTV Camera Bosch AUTODOME VG5-ITS1080P-30X4 non-pressurized, IP High Definition dynamic 7000 HD

Travel Time Performance System BlueTOAD Spectra System

Wireless Communications Wireless Bridge product approved by the County

Uninterruptible Power Supply Alpha Technologies product approved by the County

OSP CONSTRUCTION CONDUIT – UNDERGROUND

General Requirements

1.0 Consider the locations of the conduit as shown on the plans as approximate. Construct conduit runs as straight as possible and obtain the Engineer's/County's approval of all major deviations in conduit locations from those shown on the plans.

2.0 Do not place more than the equivalent of four-quarter bends or 360 degrees of bends, including the termination bends, between the two termination points in the conduit without a pull box. Obtain the Engineer's/County's approval to use corrugated flexible conduits for 6' or less short runs.

3.0 Use only intermediate metal conduits, rigid galvanized conduits, rigid aluminum conduits, or PVC-coated intermediate metal conduits for above-ground or underground electrical power service installations.

4.0 Use either Schedule 80 PVC or fiberglass reinforced epoxy conduit for installations on bridge decks. Use either Schedule 80 PVC or fiberglass reinforced epoxy conduit for underground and under-pavement installations, except for electrical power service.

5.0 When installing a conduit requires jacking under paved surfaces, railroads, etc., use an intermediate metal conduit as the sleeve for the underground conduit. Install the underground conduit as shown in the Design Standards, Index No. 17721.

6.0 When a conduit installation changes from underground to above-ground, make the change at least 6" below the finished grade.

7.0 Install an expansion fitting when the conduit crosses an expansion joint of a structure.

8.0 Use couplings and expansion joints made of the same material as the conduit.

9.0 Ensure that all joints are waterproof and made as specified by the manufacturer.

10.0 For installations not specifically shown, install the conduit in accordance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and/or National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requirements.

11.0 When earth backfill and tamping are required, place backfill material in layers approximately 12" thick and tamp each layer to a density equal to or greater than the adjacent soil.

12.0 When trenching, instead of boring, saw-cut and repaired all pavement and sidewalks encountered. When backfilling trenches in the existing pavement, use a commercially available sand-cement (approximately 10:

1 mix ratio).

13.0 Provide a standard clearance between the underground control cable and the electrical service cable or another parallel underground electrical service cable that meets National Electrical Safety Code requirements.

14.0 Install conduit for electrical and low-voltage systems as shown on the plans or referenced to FDOT Design Standards, Index No. 17721. Consider the locations of conduit as shown on the plans as approximate. Construct conduit runs as straight as possible and obtain the Engineer's/County's approval of all major deviations in conduit locations from those shown on the plans.

15.0 Provide an outer and inner duct suitable for underground use in an ambient temperature range of -32° to 130° F without degradation of material properties.

16.0 Provide outer duct and inner duct that is resistant to benzene, calcium chloride, ethyl alcohol, fuel oil, gasoline, lubricating oil, potassium chloride, sodium chloride, sodium nitrate, and transformer oil, and is protected against degradation due to oxidation and general corrosion.

17.0 Provide the outer duct and inner duct with an outer diameter and minimum wall thickness ratio that complies with ASTM - D3035, Standard Dimension Ratio (SOR) 13.5.

18.0 Provide outer duct and inner duct that meets or exceeds the following:

18.1 ASTM - D1238: Tensile Strength - 3000 PSI minimum Elongation

- 400% minimum

18.2 ASTM - D1238: Melt Index - 0.4 maximum

18.3 ASTM - D1505: Density - 0.941 - 0.9 55 g/cc

18.4 ASTM - D1693: Condition B - 20% failure, maximum

18.5 ASTM - D2444: Impact - NEMA Standards Publication TC 7

18.6 ASTM - D3350: Cell Classification - 334420 or 34420 - UPDATE

19.0 Provide outer duct and inner duct with a coefficient of friction of 0.09 or less.

20.0 Provide 0.5-inch, pre-lubricated, woven polyester tape with a minimum rated tensile strength of 2,500 lbs.

HDPE OUTER DUCT

1.0 Provide a factory lubricated low friction, coilable, high-density conduit constructed over high-density polyethylene (HDPE).

2.0 Provide outer duct conduit with a smooth outer wall and inner wall, and ensure the conduit is capable of being coiled on reels and continuous lengths, transported, stored outdoors, and subsequently uncoiled for installation without affecting its properties or performance.

3.0 Include multi-duct conduit organizers at all points where the multi-duct conduit enters and exits into a junction, pull box, splice vault, or similar structure.

4.0 Provide conduit spacers that are appropriately sized relative to the ducts.

HDPE INNER DUCT

1.0 Provide a factory-lubricated, industry-sized 1.5" or 2" inside diameter as listed in the plans, low friction, compilable conduit constructed of virgin HDPE inner duct. Said inner duct shall conform to ASTM D - 2239 and meet the following minimum requirements: Smooth wall SOR - 11, nominal outer diameter of 1.592 inches, minimum inner diameter of 1.360 inches, and a minimum wall thickness of 0.106 inches. Provide conduit with a smooth outer wall and ridged inner wall and ensure the conduit is capable of being coiled on reels in continuous lengths, transported, stored outdoors, and subsequently uncoiled for installation without affecting its properties or performance. Innerduct shall be furnished in the following factory extruded colors: orange, white, black, and yellow, as specified. Red shall be reserved for electric.

2.0 Provide mechanical duct plugs that provide a watertight barrier when installed in an unused conduit or outer duct conduit. Provide duct plugs sized in accordance with the conduit furnished. Provide duct plugs that are removable. All conduits shall come with factory-installed duct plugs to keep out dust, dirt, and water.

3.0 Mechanical sealing devices should be provided that provide a watertight barrier between the conduit and communications cable. Size the sealing devices according to the conduit furnished and make sure the holes are appropriately sized for the communications cable. Provide mechanical sealing devices that are removable.

SECONDARY UNDERGROUND CONDUIT

1.0 Furnish and install HDPE or PVC conduit sized per the plans for additional pipe in the common trench.

2.0 Install the proper size and quantity of conduits to be used in accordance with the NEC's minimum conduit size and quantity requirements and as approved by the County.

ABOVE GROUND CONDUIT

1.0 Furnish and install conduit for above-ground use (a riser assembly on a utility service pole for the purpose of bringing power from above ground to underground conduit/duct, or bridge mounted or other above-ground structure) consisting of galvanized rigid steel (GRS), aluminum, or Schedule 80 PVC conduit in accordance with ASTM D 1785, as approved by the County.

2.0 Furnish and install Schedule 80 PVC conduit, aluminum or Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC} for bridge crossings, attached to the bridge structures, under the parapet, wherever feasible and applicable. All rigid steel conduit material utilized shall be compliant with UL-6, ANSI C-80.1, and Article 346 of the NEC. All aluminum conduits shall be aluminum 6063 aluminum alloy, T - 1 Temper, ANCI C80.5, and NEC 250.118 (2). All required connectors, adapters, fittings, conduit straps or "U" guard clamps, and incidentals required and necessary for the above-ground installations shall be galvanized and provided to construct a complete conduit/duct system.

3.0 No reducing couplings or reduction in the inside diameter of conduit shall be permitted. No intermediate metallic conduit (IMC) or thin-wall type electrical conduit shall be permitted for outdoor use.

4.0 Furnish and install galvanized metal conduit grounding bushings or aluminum metal conduit grounding bushings on the terminating ends of all GRS/aluminum conduit runs. The bushings shall have an insert made of plastic or other suitable material to protect the wiring installed in the conduit. The bushing shall have a compression-type grounding lug for bonding the conduit to the ground rod and pull box. Do not field drill ceiling bushings.

CONDUIT PLACEMENT – GENERAL

1.0 Place conduit (location and depth) as required by the FDOT Utility Accommodation Manual, the plans, or as specified by the County. If the required steps cannot be accomplished due to soil conditions, obstructions, etc., additional mechanical protection may be required at the discretion and approval of the County.

2.0 For underground conduit/duct requiring additional mechanical protection (e.g., boring under railroads, shallow boring depth, proximity to foreign utilities, etc.), furnish and install black steel pipe (BSP) as an outer sleeve/pacing or other materials as required by the permitting agency and/or approved by the County.

3.0 After the innerducts are installed and the tamping and backfill process is completed, perform a mandrel test on each individual duct to ensure that no duct has been damaged. Provide a nonmetallic mandrel with a diameter of approximately 1" for use in a 1.25" innerduct. If damage has occurred, replace the entire length of the duct.

4.0 Test HDPE conduit for continuity and proper installation using a pressurization process; plug each inner duct and pressurize it to achieve a minimum pressure of 100 PSI for a minimum of 2 minutes.

5.0 No roadway pavement cuts will be allowed unless approved by the County.

Conduit entrances into base-mounted field cabinets through the sides, back, or top of the cabinet are not permitted. All conduit attachments to rigid structures shall require the shop drawing/plan detail showing the attachment method for review.

6.0 Conduits terminating base-mounted cabinet foundations shall extend a minimum of 2" above the foundation. All bends shall be at a 90° sweep, suitable for fiber optic cable, free from kinks, and of such easy curvature as to permit the drawing in of cables without damage to insulation.

7.0 All new base-mounted field cabinet foundations shall have installed at least two (2) spare, empty 2" conduits terminating i n a pull box.

8.0 Any metal conduit utilized shall be grounded and bonded in accordance with the NEC. All installation and construction work on all facilities shall be in compliance with the NESC.

CONDUIT PLACEMENT- MULTI-DUCT INSTALLATION IN OUTER DUCT

1.0 Simultaneously, install the individual-colored inner ducts in the outer duct.

Install the multi-duct conduits using an approved cable-pulling lubricant.

2.0 Use a dynamometer (clutch device) to limit pulling tension to the maximum allowable limit. Do not generate pulling forces with a motorized vehicle.

3.0 Keep tension on the ducts and the pulling line at the start of each pull. Do not release the tension if the pulling operation is halted. Restart the pulling operation by gradually increasing the tension until the multi-ducts are in motion. Once the multi-duct system is installed in the outer duct, install the duct organizers at the point where the multi-duct system enters or exits the junction box, pull box, splice vault, or other similar structure or cabinet.

4.0 Extend the ends of the multi-duct conduit such that upon completion of the installation, the ducts will extend a minimum of 2" above concrete services and 4" above crushed stone bases.

CONDUIT PLACEMENT - SPLICING OF THE CONDUIT

Splice or join conduit(s) sections using the manufacturer's recommended splice kits. Upon approval, a pull box may be installed at locations where splicing the coupling of the conduit is necessary due to problems encountered with the installation. Depending upon project requirements, the county may approve the use of mechanical couplings on a project basis.

CONDUIT PLACEMENT - DUCT PLUGS AND MECHANICAL CEILING DEVICES

Following the installation of a conduit where the communications cable is not immediately installed, use a duct plug to seal the ends of the conduit.

Secure the pull line to the duct plug so that it will not interfere with the installation of the duct plug and provide a watertight seal.

LIST OF ITEMS FOR OSP CONDUIT - UNDERGROUND

1.0 The items and services listed below are not an all-inclusive list.

Furnish and install the following items as required:

1. Conduit - 2" placed at 24", machine trenched, per foot.

2. Conduit - 2" placed at 36", machine trenched, per foot.

3. Conduit - 2" placed at 24", hand trenched, per foot.

4. Conduit—2" placed 3", hand-trenched, per foot.

5. Conduit—2" extra pipe per foot.

6. Placement - 1.25", inner duct, corrugated, colored, per foot. Placement

- 4W 1.25", HDPE colored, per foot.

7. Include preinstalled color-coded pull tapes, which are pre-lubricated, for identification.

8. Placement - cable direct bury, plow, 30" placement, per foot.

9. Placement - 2" HDPE, directional bore, per foot.

10. Placement - 2" HDPE, directional bore, special conditions, per foot.

11. Placement - 8" HDPE, directional or underwater way <10001f, per foot.

12. Placement - 2" RGS per foot.

13. Placement - 4" RGS per foot.

14. Placement - 2" fiberglass, bridge mount, per foot. Placement - 4" fiberglass, bridge mount, per foot.

15. Detectable Tracer Wire, per foot.

16. Furnish and install a 14 GA tracer wire for placement in the conduit.

17. Detection - Detectable Marking Tape per foot.

18. Detection - jet line, per foot.

2.0 Cable Route Markers (Delineators):

2.1 Furnish and install tubular delineators designed and constructed of Type III HDPE material for ROW detection, marker post, orange, 6” each per standard for location of buried fiber optic data cables.

Provide delineator assemblies that are ultraviolet stabilized to help prevent their components from color fading, warping, absorbing water, and deteriorating with prolonged exposure to the elements.

Provide delineator posts that have an orange cap.

2.2 The delineator assemblies shall include the descriptive information

"SARASOTA COUNTY FIBER OPTIC CABLING, CALL BEFORE DIGGING,

at 9 4 1 - 8 6 1 - 5 0 0 0 " printed black-on-ang reflective background material that will not fade or deteriorate over time. The printed message shall be partially visible from all directions approaching the assembly.

FIBER OPTIC CABLING AND RELATED ITEMS

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 Furnish, install, splice, and test all fiber optic cable, assemblies, patch cords, and passive network infrastructures, including, but not limited to, splice trays and closures, patch panels, fan-outs, terminations, and fusion splices.

1.2 Furnish all tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and manufactured articles, and perform all operations and equipment integration necessary to provide a complete, fully operational passive fiber optic infrastructure.

1.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for the necessary equipment.

Provide all labor and equipment necessary to move inventory and transport it to the installation location. Install all items in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or as directed by the County.

2.0 FIBER OPTIC CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

The following table presents the optical requirements of the single mode and multimode fiber as specified by Sarasota County:

Description/Location Part Number

Spec Sheet

Outdoor

ALTOS® Lite™ Loose Tube, Single-Jacket, Single- Armored Cable, 6 F, Single-mode

(OS2)

006EUC-

T4101D20

Spec Sheet

ALTOS® Lite™ Loose Tube, Single-Jacket, Single- Armored Cable with FastAccess® Technology, 12 F, Single-mode (OS2)

012ZUC-

T4F22D20

Spec Sheet

ALTOS® Lite™ Loose Tube, Single-Jacket, Single- Armored Cable with FastAccess® Technology, 24 F, Single-mode (OS2)

024ZUC-

T4F22D20

Spec Sheet

Indoor / Outdoor Riser

FREEDM® One Interlocking Armored Cable, Riser, tight-buffered, 6 F, Single-mode (OS2)

006E8F- 31131-A1

Spec Sheet

FREEDM® One Interlocking Armored Cable, Riser, tight-buffered, 12 F, Single-mode (OS2)

012E8F- 31131-A1

Spec Sheet

FREEDM® One Interlocking Armored Cable, Riser, tight-buffered, 24 F, Single-mode (OS2)

024E8F- 31131-A1

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Indoor / Outdoor Plenum FREEDM® One Interlocking Armored Cable, Plenum, tight-buffered, 6 F, Single-mode (OS2)

006E8P- 31131-A3

Spec Sheet

FREEDM® One Interlocking Armored Cable, Plenum, tight-buffered, 12 F, Single-mode (OS2)

012E8P- 31131-A3

Spec Sheet

FREEDM® One Interlocking Armored Cable, Plenum, tight-buffered, 24 F, Single-mode (OS2)

024E8P- 31131-A3

Spec Sheet

Indoor Riser

MIC® Interlocking Armored Cable, Riser, 6 F, Single-mode (OS2)

006E81- 31131-A1

Spec Sheet

MIC® Interlocking Armored Cable, Riser, 12 F, Single-mode (OS2)

012E81- 33131-A1

Spec Sheet

MIC® Interlocking Armored Cable, Riser, 24 F, Single-mode (OS2)

024E81- 33131-A1

Spec Sheet

Indoor Plenum

MIC® Interlocking Armored Cable, Plenum, 6 F, Single-mode (OS2)

006E88- 31131-A3

Spec Sheet

MIC® Interlocking Armored Cable, Plenum, 12 F, Single-mode (OS2)

012E88- 33131-A3

Spec Sheet

MIC® Interlocking Armored Cable, Plenum, 24 F, Single-mode (OS2)

024E88- 33131-A3

Spec Sheet

Housings

Closet Connector Housing (CCH), 4 rack units, accepts up to 12 CCH panels, cassettes or modules; comes with blank panels and hardware to strain-relieve cables internally or externally

CCH-04U Spec Sheet

Closet Connector Housing (CCH), 3 rack units, accepts up to 6 CCH panels, cassettes or modules; comes with blank panels and hardware to strain-relieve cables internally or externally

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Closet Connector Housing (CCH), 2 rack units, accepts up to 4 CCH panels, cassettes or modules; comes with blank panels and hardware to strain-relieve cables internally or externally

CCH-02U Spec Sheet

Closet Connector Housing (CCH), 1 rack unit, accepts up to 2 CCH panels, cassettes or modules; comes with blank panels and hardware to strain-relieve cables internally or externally

CCH-01U Spec Sheet

Splice cassettes

Closet Connector Housing (CCH) Pigtail Cassette, loaded with CCH panel and factory-terminated pigtails, 6 F, LC Duplex, SM/UPC, single fiber splicing

CCH-CS06-

A9-P00RE

Spec Sheet

Closet Connector Housing (CCH) Pigtail Cassette, loaded with CCH panel and factory-terminated pigtails, 12 F, LC Duplex, SM/UPC, single fiber splicing

CCH-CS12-

A9-P00RE

Spec Sheet

Closet Connector Housing (CCH) Pigtail Cassette, loaded with CCH panel and factory-terminated pigtails, 24 F, LC Duplex, SM/UPC, single fiber splicing

CCH-CS24-

A9-P00RE

Spec Sheet

All optical fibers shall be proof-tested by the fiber manufacturer at a minimum load of 100 psi. They shall also be tested 100% attenuation at the factory for compliance with the performance specifications described herein. The attenuation data for each fiber shall be provided with each cable reel.

3.0 FIBER OPTIC CABLE OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP)

3.1 Provide outside plant cable (OSP) suitable for installation in an underground conduit environment, including constant immersion in water for outdoor installations. The cable shall be provided and installed in continuous links. Fibers in the fiber optic cable shall be spliced and/or terminated as specified by the County Project Supervisor.

3.2 All optical glass shall be made by the same manufacturer.

3.3 The cable shall be capable of withstanding a minimum bending radius of ten (10) times its outer diameter during operation and twenty (20) times its outer diameter during installation without changing the characteristics of the optical fibers.

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3.4 All fibers are to be single mode unless specifically noted on plans by the County.

3.5 Unless specified otherwise, provide a cable that is water-blocked and loose in tube construction with buffer tubes wrapped around a dielectric central strength member. All fiber(s) shall be contained within buffer tubes, and each buffer tube shall have an inside diameter much greater than the total diameter(s) of the fiber(s) it supports. The fiber optic cable shall have a reverse oscillation or planetary stranding structure.

3.6 The buffer tubes and all fibers shall be color-coded in accordance with EIA/TIA—598, "Color Coding of Fiber Optic Cables."

3.7 Jacket construction and configuration of the groups shall be such that they can easily be separated at splice points, permitting one set of fibers to be cut and spliced while the others remain continuous.

3.8 The jacket or sheath shall be marked with the manufacturer's name, date of manufacture, cable description, and sequential measurement markings at least every 3'. SCG-EIT shall be marked on the jacket/sheath for agency identification.

3.9 Submit proposed cable designs for County approval prior to procurement and installation of cable plant if the cable is something other than what is normally used.

3.10 To prevent water entry, The cable shall have a water-block tape over the buffer tubes and throughout the remainder of the cable.

3.11 Each fiber or group of fibers shall be free-floating within the tubes so that all mechanically or environmentally induced stress placed upon the cable is decoupled from the fibers. The air within the buffer tubes shall be displaced with a gel to prevent entry by water and to facilitate free movement of the fiber(s) within.

3.12 The cable shall be capable of withstanding a pull tension of 2700 N (600 pounds) under load conditions and 600 N (135 pounds) under static conditions and a crush resistance of 220 N/cm (length of cable) without changing the characteristics of the optical fibers.

3.13 The outer jacket shall be UV and fungus-resistant.

4.0 CABLES LABELING

Cables shall be distinguishable from each other by labeling. Cable tags shall be attached to the cable at each pull box, pole attachment, or entry into a termination facility. The tag shall be marked as "SCG-EIT, SARASOTA COUNTY FIBER OPTICS, 861-5000." The vendor will provide these tags.

5.0 RISER CABLES UP TO 24 FIBERS (MULTIMODE OFNP)

In cables with more than one (1) fiber, the fibers shall be stranded around a dielectric central member and surrounded by layered aramid yarns. The aramid yarns shall serve as the cable's tensile strength member. A ripcord may be applied between the aramid yarns and the outer jacket to facilitate jacket removal. The outer jacket shall be extruded over the aramid yarns for physical and environmental protection.

6.0 RISER CABLES WITH MORE THAN 24 FIBERS (MULTIMODE OFNP)

The buffered fibers shall be grouped in twelve (12) fiber subunits. In each subunit, the individual fibers shall be stranded around a dielectric central member and surrounded by layered aramid yarns. A ripcord shall be incorporated in the subunit design to facilitate access to the individual fibers. The subunit jacket shall be extruded over the aramid yarns for additional physical and environmental protection. The subunits shall be stranded around a dielectric central member. A ripcord shall be inserted beneath the outer jacket to facilitate jacket removal. The outer jacket shall be extruded around the units for physical and environmental protection.

7.0 NON-PLENUM APPLICATIONS

The storage temperature range for the cable on the original shipping reel shall be -400°C to + 700°C. The riser cables' installation/operating temperature range shall be -200°C to +700°C. Testing shall be in accordance with FOTP-3.

8.0 PLENUM CABLES UP TO 24 FIBERS (MULTIMODE OFNP)

The fibers may be stranded around a dielectric central member and surrounded by layered aramid yarns. The aramid yarns shall serve as the tensile strength member of the cable. A ripcord shall be applied between the aramid yarns and the outer jacket to facilitate jacket removal. The outer jacket shall be extruded over the aramid yarns for physical and environmental protection.

9.0 PLENUM APPLICATIONS

The storage temperature range for the cable on the original shipping reel shall be -400°C to + 700°C. Plenum cables' installation/operating temperature range shall be -200°C to + 700°C. Testing shall be in accordance with FOTP-3.

10.0 LIST OF ITEMS FOR FIBER OPTICS CABLING

The items and services listed below are not an all-inclusive list. Furnish, install, splice, and test all fiber optic cable, fiber optic assemblies, patch cords, and all passive network infrastructures, including, but not limited to, splice trays and closures, patch panels, fan-outs, terminations, and fusion splices. The fiber-optic cables listed below shall conform to the specifications in Section XII. M.2.

1. 12 fiber, SM, M M loose-tube construction (aerial placement or underground placement)

2. 24 fiber, SM, MM loose-tube construction (aerial placement or underground placement)

3. 48 fiber, SM, MM loose-tube construction (aerial placement or underground placement)

4. 72 fiber, SM, MM loose-tube construction (aerial placement or underground placement)

5. 96 fiber, SM, MM loose-tube construction (aerial placement or underground placement)

6. 144 fiber, SM, MM loose-tube construction (aerial placement or underground placement)

7. 24 fiber, SM, all-dielectric self-supporting construction (aerial placement)

8. 48 fiber, SM, all-dielectric self-supporting construction (aerial placement)

9. 96 fiber, SM, all-dielectric self-supporting construction (aerial placement)

10. 144 fiber, SM, all-dielectric self-supporting construction (aerial placement)

11. 24 fiber, SM, MM riser-rated construction

12. 48 fiber, SM, MM riser-rated construction

13. 96 fiber, SM, MM riser-rated construction

14. 12 fiber, SM, plenum-rated construction

15. 24 fiber, SM, plenum-rated construction

16. 48 fiber, SM, plenum-rated construction

17. 96 fiber, SM, plenum-rated construction

18. 12 fiber, MM, plenum rated, tight buffer

19. 24 fiber, MM, plenum rated, tight buffer

20. 12 fiber, MM, plenum-rated construction

21. 24 fiber, MM, plenum-rated construction

22. 24 hybrid fiber, 12 SM or MM fiber, plenum-rated construction

23. 48 hybrid fiber, 24 SM or MM fiber, plenum-rated construction

24. 12 fiber, SS or MM, Termination, Wall/Rack cabinet, trays, pigtails, splices, tests

25. 24 fiber, SM or MM, Termination, Wall/Rack cabinet, trays, pigtails, splices, tests

26. 48 fiber, SM or MM, Termination, Wall/Rack cabinet, trays, pigtails, splices, tests

27. 72 fiber, SM or MM, Termination, Wall/Rack cabinet, trays, pigtails, splices, tests

28. 96 fiber, SM or MM, Termination, Wall/Rack cabinet, trays, pigtails, splices, tests

29. 144 fiber, SM or MM, Terminations, Wall/Rack cabinet, trays, pigtails, splices, tests

30. 06 fiber, SM, Buffer fan-out kit

31. 12 fiber, SM, Buffer fan-out kit

32. FO Connector, SC/LC type, MM, Unicam connector

33. FO Connector, SC/LC type, SM, Unicam connector

11.0 CABLE PULLING

11.1 Before starting any construction, all of the Contractor's personnel (including subcontractors) shall be thoroughly familiar with and shall comply with Occupational Safety and Hazard Act (OSHA) regulations, FDOT safety practices and policies, and the Florida State "One-Call" System requirements.

11.2 Perform the cable pulling operation so that the minimum- bending radius of the cable is not exceeded in the unreeling and pulling operations. Use entry guide chutes to guide the cable into the pull-box conduit ports. Utilize lubricating compound to minimize cable-to-conduit friction. The lubricating compound shall be a water-based compound specifically produced for fiber optic cable lubrication. Lubricants such as dish soap and other substitutes are not allowed.

11.3 Corner rollers (wheels), if used, shall not have radii less than the minimum installation bend radius of the cable. A series array of smaller wheels can be used to accomplish the bend if the cable manufacturer specifically approves the array. Continuously measure the cable pulling tension; the pulling process shall not exceed the maximum tension specified by the cable manufacturer. Fuse links and breaks shall be used to ensure that the cable will not be subjected to pulling stresses exceeding 2700 N (600 lbs.) during the pulling process.

11.4 When simultaneously pulling fiber optic cable with other cables, separate grooved rollers shall be used for each cable.

11.5 The Contractor is permitted to use air-assisted blowing for the fiber optic cable installation within the conduit. Air-assisted blowing may consist of either the high air speed blowing (HASB) method or the piston method.

11.6 While using the HASB method, the volume of air passing through the conduit shall not exceed 600 cfm or the air pressure stipulated by the conduit manufacturer. Using the piston method, the air passing through the conduit shall not exceed 300 cfm or the conduit manufacturer's recommended air volume, whichever is more restrictive.

11.7 The Contractor shall ensure that the fiber optic cable procured for this project is flexible and approved by the cable manufacturer for air-assisted blowing installation methods. The Contractor shall also be responsible for ensuring that the type of conduit procured for this project does not have physical characteristics that would disrupt the flow of air needed for proper cable installation (e.g., circumferential ribs or corrugations).

11.8 The conduit shall be able to hold up to 100 Psi of air without leaks.

Conduit splices are critical and shall not reduce the interior diameter of the conduit. Aluminum couplers, suitable for air-assisted blowing of fiber optic cable, shall be used for both HASB and piston method cable installations.

11.9 A factory-furnished lubrication specially engineered for blowing methods of cable installation shall be used, and regular cable-pulling lubricants shall not be permitted for air-assisted blowing installation methods.

11.10 Fiber optic simplex duct plugs used with air-assisted blowing installations shall require seals sized to the cable in order to prevent leakage from the pressure chamber around the entering cable.

11.11 General field procedures for air-assisted blowing installations of fiber optic cable shall be as follows:

11.11.1 Ensure that the conduit system is properly installed with pressure-tight conduit splices. Test the conduit system prior to cable installation by sealing one end of the conduit and pressurizing it using a sealed blowing machine. As determined by the county, the conduit should not lose air pressure at any significant rate.

11.11.2 If using the HASB method, cap the front end of the cable to prevent it from hanging up in the conduit. Use air seals that fit properly around the outside diameter of the cable being installed.

11.11.3 Clean, dry, and establish the airtight integrity of the conduit by blowing a hard mandrel through the conduit to establish that the conduit is not crushed. Blow a tight-fitting foam carrier through the conduit at high pressure. The foam carrier should travel through at approximately 100 fps in a clean conduit. If excess water or dirt comes from the conduit, repeat the process. At the County's discretion, dry the conduit with dry airflow prior to cable installation.

11.11.4 For the HASB method, inject the recommended amount

of lubricant and spread it by blowing another foam carrier through. For the piston method, inject most of the lubricant in front of the missile with some lubricant behind it.

11.11.5 Connect the blowing machine to the conduit. For HASB

machines, hand feeds approximately 100' of the cable into the duct prior to closing and sealing the cable and air chamber on the blowing machine. Attach the piston to the cable for piston machines and insert the piston into the duct. Follow the machine manufacturer's instructions for all operations for both installation methods.

11.11.6 Check all pneumatic and hydraulic hook-ups prior to

increasing the air pressure.

11.11.7 Keep cable ends sealed at all times during installation, using an approved cable endcap. Do not use tape to seal the cable end. The cable end shall remain sealed until termination takes place.

11.11.8 Install a fiber optic cable so that the optical characteristics are not degraded in any manner. Provide adequately trained personnel for the installation of the cable and for the fusion splicing. Test all fiber links.

11.11.9 Provide sufficient slack for proper termination in the cabinet communications compartment for all cables that are not immediately terminated.

11.11.10 Throughout the cable plant, pull and store excess cable slack at each pull box, splice box, hub, and each TMC or TOC. The following lengths of slack cable are minimums as shown below:

1. Small fiber pull box 50 ft.

2. Large fiber pull box 200 ft.

3. Fiber splice box 200 ft.

4. Bridge barrier wall 20 ft.

5. Device cabinet 20 ft.

i. Hub Building (Inside) 100 ft.

ii. TMC (OSP Entrance) 100 ft.

Maximum

6 Equipment/Control Room 50 ft.

11.11.11 -OR- AS SPECIFIED BY THE COUNTY.

11.11.12 Provide proper storage of slack cable, both long-term and short-term. Do not leave slack cable lying free on the ground, bottom of a pull box, or floor of a device cabinet, hub building, or RTMC, except during the actual pulling process.

12.0 OPTICAL SPLICING AND TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS

12.1 Utilize the fusion technique for all splices. Utilize fusion splicing equipment that has been cleaned, calibrated, and specifically adjusted to the fiber and environmental conditions. Provide splice enclosures, organizers, incidentals, and cable and preparation tools and procedures compatible with the cable type being delivered. The maximum allowable splice loss is .04db.

12.2 Each spliced fiber shall be packaged with a strength member in a heat-shrinkable splice protection sleeve. The protection sleeve shall cover the splice and strip any bare fiber of its coding.

12.3 The use of RlV or silicon is strictly prohibited.

12.4 SPLICE ENCLOSURES

12.4.1 Provide and install outdoor optical splice enclosures (3M 2178 or equivalent) capable of aerial, duct, or buried applications. The splice enclosure shall provide space enabling fiber optic cable entry without exceeding the cable's minimum bend radius. The splice enclosure shall be capable of being in through, branch, or mid-span type splice locations. Only one (1) cable per entry port shall be allowed. As each fiber optic splice location dictates, furnish and install the splice closure with the correct number of entry ports.

12.4.2 The splice enclosure shall be designed to permit selective fiber splicing (looping of backbone cable in and out while only cutting the desired fibers). The splice enclosure shall allow splicing of all fibers in the cables being terminated.

The enclosure shall be waterproof, r e - e n t e rab l e , and designed to protect the buffer tubes in the splice trays.

12.4.3 The splice trays w i t h i n the enclosure shall

accommodate the required number of splices, including slack fiber storage and protection.

12.4.4 All pricing for fiber count splices is to include all necessary labor and materials needed to complete the job. This shall include, but is not limited to, labor, splice enclosures, trays, inserts, splice sleeves, and all other hardware and consumables.

12.5 INTERCONNECT CENTERS

12.5.1 Furnish compact, modular interconnect centers (3M 8423 or equivalent) designed to mount (rack or wall) insight equipment cabinets. Design and size interconnect centers to accommodate all fibers entering equipment cabinets.

12.5.2 Provide splice trays that protect, organize, and secure optical fibers inside them. Design and size splice trays that fit accordingly into a 19" rack or wall-mount unit accommodate all fibers entering it and provide sufficient space to prevent micro-bending of optical fibers.

12.5.3 All terminated fiber shall be tested with an OTDR in the fashion described in the Scope of Services.

12.5.4 All fiber optic terminations of OSP fiber shall be done like fusion splicing on a factory-polished pigtail. All pigtails and port plates shall utilize the SC, LC standard unless otherwise called for. All pricing for the termination of the following fiber counts shall include all labor and materials needed to complete the job. This shall include, but not be limited to, labor, enclosure, port plates, splice trays, inserts, splice sleeves, and all other hardware and consumables.

12.6 SPLICE SLACK

At each pull box or fiber optic splice box, a maintenance loop shall be at least 50' of cable (or as specified by the County Project Supervisor); this slack cable shall be coiled and neatly placed in the splice box. This shall allow for future splices in the event of a damaged splice. Additionally, every effort shall be made to maintain a minimum of 10' of cable from each cable entering the enclosure, which shall be prepared and installed within the enclosure.

12.7 SPLICE LOSS

Individual splice loss shall not exceed .04 dB loss.

12.8 INSTALLATION SLACK

For all fiber runs, approximately 10% slack will be evenly distributed along the path for future emergency repairs or relocations. Aerial locations shall utilize "snow shoes," and underground shall utilize pull boxes.

12.9 OPTICAL TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS

12.9.1 SC or LC fiber optic connectors are standard for use on each project and shall be utilized by function in the following manner or as specified by the County Project Supervisor.

Utilize SC or LC-type fiber optic connectors at the field device level.

12.9.2 Utilize factory pre-terminated assemblies that adhere to this document's applicable cable, cordage, and fiber specifications. All inside plant (IP) assemblies shall meet NEC jacketing requirements and shall have an outer jacket coloration of yellow for single mode. No splices of any type are allowed within an assembly. Each assembly shall be individually packaged within a plastic bag, and that bag shall have the submitted manufacturer's part number marked clearly on the outside of said bag. Each assembly shall be labeled as directed by the County.

12.10 PATCH CORDS AND PIGTAILS

12.10.1 Utilize factory pre-terminated assemblies that adhere to the applicable cable, cordage and fiber specifications stated within this Technical Special Provision. All pigtails shall have a 3mm outer jacket unless otherwise noted. All pigtails shall use the same glass manufacturer and core diameter as the fiber it is being fusion spliced to. All IP assemblies shall meet NEC jacketing requirements for this project's application and shall have outer jacket coloration of yellow and aqua for multi-mode. The connector shall accommodate the fiber type and size associated with this project.

12.10.2 No splices of any type are allowed within an assembly. Each assembly shall be individually packaged within a plastic bag, with the submitted manufacturer's part number marked clearly on the outside. Each assembly shall be labeled as directed by the County.

12.11 OPTICAL TERMINATION LOSSES

Connector Type Installation Max. Loss Return Loss

SC/LC Single Mode Field 0.30dB >.40dB

SC/LC Single Mode Factory 0.25dB >.45dB

12.12 LIST OF ITEMS FOR OPTICAL SPLICING AND TERMINATION

The items and services listed below are not an all-inclusive list.

Furnish, install, splice, and test all fiber optic cable, fiber optic assemblies, patch cords, and all passive network infrastructures, including, but not limited to, splice trays and closures, patch panels, fan-outs, terminations, and fusion splices. The fiber-optic cables listed below must conform to the specifications in the Scope of Services.

1. 12 fiber, SM/MM, termination

2. 24 fiber, SM/MM, termination

3. 48 fiber, SM/MM, termination

4. 72 fiber, SM/MM, termination

5. 96 fiber, SM/MM, termination

6. 144 fiber SM/MM, termination

7. 12 fiber, SM/MM, splice

8. 24 fiber, SM/MM, splice

9. 48 fiber, SM/MM, splice

10. 72 fiber, SM, splice

11. 96 fiber, SM, splice

12. 144 fiber, SM, splice

13. 06 fiber, SM, buffer fan-out kit

14. 12 fiber, SM, buffer fan-out kit

15. FO Connector - SC/LC type, MM, Unicam connector

16. FO Connector - SC/LC type, SM, Unicam connector

17. FO Closure - re-entry kit, cable preparation, up to 144 fiber, aerial or underground installation

18. FO Splice - OTDR test any wavelength, one direction, bare fiber

19. FO Closure - splice tray, fusion heat shrink, 12 fiber, 12" size

20. FO Closure - splice tray, fusion heat shrink, 24 fiber, 12" size

21. FO Splice - fusion splice, heat shrink <0.04 Db, OSP including detail as needed

22. OSP Aerial - messenger table, ¼", per foot

23. OSP Aerial - remove messenger cable, ¼", per foot

24. OSP Aerial - pole attachment, loose tube, with J-hook concrete pole

25. OSP Aerial - pole attachment, loose tube, with J-hook wood pole

26. OSP Aerial - place pole riser, 2", RGS

27. OSP Aerial - place pre-stressed concrete pole, 35', utility

28. OSP Aerial - place pre-stressed concrete pole, 45', utility

29. OSP Aerial - place pre-stressed concrete pole, 70', utility

30. OSP Aerial - place down guy anchor, 6'

13.0 PULL BOXES

13.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Furnish and install HDPE or polymer concrete/fiberglass reinforced polymer pull boxes Bulk Series 3 with honeycomb side for fiber optic splicing, storing fiber optic cable, cable pull boxes, and noninvasive magnetic detection system appliances. Pull boxes shall be lightweight, high strength, resistant to sunlight, resistant to petrochemicals, unaffected by freeze/thaw cycles, straight-sided, flush fit with sidewalk or grass, no grounding required, and be capable of anchor inserts to allow for mounting rail attachment. All fiber optic pull boxes shall be constructed of one-piece boxes.

Approved fiber optic pull boxes for use in a fiber optic environment are as follows:

13.1.1 Fiber optic pull boxes shall be manufactured of a composite mixture of polymer and concrete and reinforced by heavy-weave fiberglass, creating a material compressive strength of no less than 110 Psi. Each fiber optic pull box shall have a minimum design rating of 20,800 pounds over a 10" x 10" area and be designed and tested to temperatures of - 50° F.

13.1.2 Supply fiber optic pull boxes with a heavy-duty cover

having a minimum elastic design load of 20,800 pounds over a 10" x 10" area. All covers shall be produced to the AASHTO H-20 Cover Rating and meet an ASTM C857 load test of 20,800 pounds, performed as stated in AASHTO T280-87, "Standard Method of Testing For Concrete Pipe, Section, Or Tile," Section 5, and as referenced in ASTM C497. Supply a minimum of two (2) hex head bolts with washers to secure the cover to the fiber optic pull box. Any cover with a length above 39" shall be split or divided into two (2) equal lengths. Fiber optic pull box covers shall be embossed with "Fiber Optics" on the outside of the cover.

fiber optic pull box covers shall have J-hook slots (1"W X 4"L).

13.1.3 All pull box lids shall be embossed with "FIBER OPTICS."

13.2 FIBER OPTIC PULL BOX INSTALLATION PROCESS

13.2.1 Prepare the excavation a minimum of 6” – 12” deeper than the depth of the fiber optic pull box. Add a minimum of 6” of crushed rock for drainage, as required, to bring the top of the box to the finished grade level.

13.2.2 Place the fiber optic pull box in the hole with the top at grade level.

13.2.3 While the fiber optic pull box cover is in place, fill and compact soil to grade level. If the grade level is raised later, the fiber optic pull box can be pulled up and bricked at the bottom with one (1) brick per side [a total of four (4)]. The cavity produced by this raising shall be eliminated by the addition of crushed rock.

13.2.4 During handhole installation, every handhole needs to be identified with a permanent tag with an identification number. This way, the vendor can be contacted and given that ID number as the problem location. This is also how we identify the individual hand holes in GIS.

13.3 FIBER OPTIC PULL BOX INSTALLATION CONDUIT ENTRY

Install 22.5° to 45° conduit sweeps into the fiber optic pull box. Conduit ends shall align in the pull box so the fiber optic cable is subjected to no more than 75% of the maximum bending radius of the cable. Provide and install a reinforced concrete apron around the installed pull box.

13.4 FIBER OPTIC SPLICE VAULT

Manufacturer is Quazite or BULK 3 Series. All vaults will be 35” deep minimum. Vaults will be open bottom with 12” of pea rock or crushed stone. At road intersections, vault size will be 39” round by 48” deep.

Quarzite part-number PR3944BA48 for box and part-number PR3900HH0021 for lid. Concrete apron required, 12” wide and 6” thick.

Vaults between road intersections will be size 24” x…