Attachment C - Bid Specifications - Volume II R2.pdf

Charlotte Engineers, LLP 5838 Monroe Road Charlotte, NC 28212

Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Affairs Medical Center Radiation Oncology Lab Renovation

Richmond, VA

VA Project Number: 652-22-200 Final Bid Documents Submittal

SPECIFICATIONS – VOLUME II

November 07, 2022

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SECTION 21 08 00

COMMISSIONING OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The requirements of this Section apply to all sections of Division 21.

B. This project will have selected building systems commissioned. The complete list of equipment and systems to be commissioned is specified in Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS. The commissioning process, which the Contractor is responsible to execute, is defined in Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIRMENTS. A

Commissioning Agent (CxA) appointed by the VA will manage the commissioning process.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

B. Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS.

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

1.3 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes requirements for commissioning the Fire

Suppression systems, subsystems, and equipment. This Section supplements the general requirements specified in Section 01 91 00

General Commissioning Requirements.

B. Refer to Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS for more details regarding processes and procedures as well as roles and responsibilities for all Commissioning Team members.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

A. Refer to Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS for definitions.

1.5 COMMISSIONED SYSTEMS

A. Commissioning of a system or systems specified in Division 21 is part of the construction process. Documentation and testing of these systems, as well as training of the VA’s Operation and Maintenance personnel in accordance with the requirements of Section 01 91 00 and of Division 21, is required in cooperation with the VA and the

Commissioning Agent.

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B. The Fire Suppression systems commissioning will include the systems listed in Section 01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements:

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. The commissioning process requires review of selected Submittals. The

Commissioning Agent will provide a list of submittals that will be reviewed by the Commissioning Agent. This list will be reviewed and approved by the VA prior to forwarding to the Contractor. Refer to

Section 01 33 23 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, and SAMPLES for further details.

B. The commissioning process requires Submittal review simultaneously with engineering review. Specific submittal requirements related to the commissioning process are specified in Section 01 91 00 GENERAL

COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS

A. Commissioning of the building fire suppression systems will require inspection of individual elements of the fire suppression construction throughout the construction period. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Commissioning Agent in accordance with Section 01 91 00 and the Commissioning plan to schedule inspections as required to support the Commissioning Process.

3.2 PRE-FUNCTIONAL CHECKLISTS

A. The Contractor shall complete Pre-Functional Checklists to verify systems, subsystems, and equipment installation is complete and systems are ready for Systems Functional Performance Testing. The

Commissioning Agent will prepare Pre-Functional Checklists to be used to document equipment installation. The Contractor shall complete the checklists. Completed checklists shall be submitted to the VA and to the Commissioning Agent for review. The Commissioning Agent may spot check a sample of completed checklists. If the Commissioning Agent determines that the information provided on the checklist is not accurate, the Commissioning Agent will return the marked-up checklist to the Contractor for correction and resubmission. If the

Commissioning Agent determines that a significant number of completed checklists for similar equipment are not accurate, the Commissioning

Agent will select a broader sample of checklists for review. If the

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Commissioning Agent determines that a significant number of the broader sample of checklists is also inaccurate, all the checklists for the type of equipment will be returned to the Contractor for correction and resubmission. Refer to SECTION 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING

REQUIREMENTS for submittal requirements for Pre-Functional Checklists, Equipment Startup Reports, and other commissioning documents.

3.3 CONTRACTORS TESTS

A. Contractor tests as required by other sections of Division 21 shall be scheduled and documented in accordance with Section 01 00 00 GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS. All testing shall be incorporated into the project schedule. Contractor shall provide no less than 7 calendar days’ notice of testing. The Commissioning Agent will witness selected

Contractor tests at the sole discretion of the Commissioning Agent.

Contractor tests shall be completed prior to scheduling Systems

Functional Performance Testing.

3.4 SYSTEMS FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE TESTING

A. The Commissioning Process includes Systems Functional Performance

Testing that is intended to test systems functional performance under steady state conditions, to test system reaction to changes in operating conditions, and system performance under emergency conditions. The Commissioning Agent will prepare detailed Systems

Functional Performance Test procedures for review and approval by the

COR. The Contractor shall review and comment on the tests prior to approval. The Contractor shall provide the required labor, materials, and test equipment identified in the test procedure to perform the tests. The Commissioning Agent will witness and document the testing.

The Contractor shall sign the test reports to verify tests were performed. See Section 01 91 00 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS, for additional details.

3.5 TRAINING OF VA PERSONNEL

A. Training of the VA operation and maintenance personnel is required in cooperation with the COR and Commissioning Agent. Provide competent, factory authorized personnel to provide instruction to operation and maintenance personnel concerning the location, operation, and troubleshooting of the installed systems. Contractor shall submit training agendas and trainer resumes in accordance with the requirements of Section 01 91 00. The instruction shall be scheduled

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REQUIREMENTS and Division 21 Sections for additional Contractor training requirements.

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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. 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 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 and VA Fire Protection

Design Manual.

1. Contractor shall use pipe schedule for this extension of the existing fire sprinkler system meeting the requirements of the VA

Fire Protection Design Manual, Section 6.1.D and NFPA 13.

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 A 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: Patient care, treatment, and customary access areas.

b. Ordinary Hazard Group 1 Occupancies: Laboratories, Mechanical

Equipment Rooms, Transformer Rooms, Electrical Switchgear Rooms, Electric Closets, and Repair Shops.

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(1500 square feet) and Supply Processing and Distribution (SPD).

3. Water Supply: The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining their flow test data from the City of Richmond, Virginia including all fees. The Flow Test Data being acquired by this Contractor shall be used to validate that there is adequate water supply meeting the requirements of Section 6.1.D of the VA Fire Protection Design

Manual.

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

Registered Fire Protection, Professional Engineer licensed in the field of Fire Protection Engineering in the State where the work shall occur.

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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. Shop Drawings: For wet-pipe sprinkler systems.

a. Include plans, elevations, sections, and attachment details.

b. Include diagrams for power, signal, and control wiring.

4. Submitted Shop Drawings shall comply with all applicable items indicated by NFPA 13, Section 27.1, “Working Plans “in addition to the following:

a. Include plans, elevations, sections, and attachment details.

b. Areas to be sprinklered

c. Occupancy classification for each area

d. Sprinkler type(s) required for each application or area

e. Design density, gpm/sf, for each application or area

f. Hose allowances

g. Water supply data; test hydrant location(s), elevation, static and residual heads, flow rate

h. Fire hydrant(s) locations.

i. Riser location(s) and locations of floor control valve(s)

j. Interface of fire suppression systems with fire alarm system

5. Shop Drawing shall include a bill of materials detailing each piece of equipment, piping, fittings, etc., that is required for fabrication of the fire protection piping network within the first-floor modernization/upfit. The bill of materials shall include but not limited to manufacturer, size, model number, description, quantity, etc. The bill of materials shall include sufficient detail that when a part or piece of equipment is required to be replaced, the site will be easily able to order replacement parts and either have the installation completed by VA Site Representative or a

Third-Party Contractor.

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6. Completely coordinating Shop Drawings, indicating all anticipated offsets and pipe routing, shall be submitted with hydraulic verification before any pipe is fabricated or installed.

7. All fire suppression piping drawings and calculations shall bear a current NICET minimum Level III or NICET Level IV certification number in “Water Based Systems Layout” and signature or have been prepared, signed, and sealed by a Fire Protection Engineer

Professional Engineer who is licensed in the State of Virginia where the work will be performed. Copies of NICET certification shall be required to be submitted for all fire sprinkler design work. Copies of NICET certification shall be required to be submitted for all fire sprinkler design work.

8. Grooved joint couplings and fittings shall be shown on drawings and product submittals and be specifically identified with the applicable Manufacturer and Style Number.

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. Fire-hydrant flow test report meeting NFPA 13 and NFPA 291 requirements.

7. Field Test Reports and Certificates: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance requirements and as described in NFPA 13. Include "Contractor's Material and Test

Certificate for Aboveground Piping."

7.Certification of Installation, Fire Sprinkler Piping: Submit certificate upon completion of fire sprinkler piping work stating that the work has been completed and tested in accordance with NFPA

13, and that there are no defects in this system, and it is operational.

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

Virginia 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.

C. All fire sprinkler system components shall be installed free of rust/corrosion or visible damage. All items not complying with this requirement shall be replaced without cost to the Architect, Engineer, or VA.

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):

13-22 ..................Installation of Sprinkler Systems

25-23 ..................Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-

Based Fire Protection Systems

101-22 .................Life Safety Code

170-21 .................Fire Safety Symbols

291-22 ................Recommended Practice for Water Flow Testing and

Marking of Hydrants

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.

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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.

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.

7. All piping shall have a Corrosion Resistance Ratio (CRR) greater than or equal to 1.00. Refer to the current UL Fire Protection

Equipment Directory — Steel Sprinkler Pipe for acceptable manufacturers, sizes and joining methods.

2.2 SPRINKLERS

A. All sprinklers shall be FM approved quick response except

“institutional” type sprinklers shall be permitted to be UL Listed quick response. Provide FM approved quick response sprinklers in all areas.

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.

2.3 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:

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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.

2.4 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.

2.5 PIPE HANGERS, SUPPORTS AND RESTRAINT OF SYSTEM PIPING

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

2.6 WALL, FLOOR AND CEILING PLATES

Provide chrome plated steel escutcheon plates.

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. Piping shall not obstruct the minimum means of egress clearances required by NFPA 101. Pipe hangers and supports shall be installed accordance with NFPA 13.

C. Pitching of Pipe: Wet pipe systems for the first floor shall meet the following requirement:

1. Wet pipe system sprinkler pipes shall be permitted to be installed level meeting the requirements of NFPA 13, 2022 edition, Section

16.10.2.

2. Any trapped piping where the branch lines or mains are located at an elevation that cannot be drained at the wet pipe assembly drain

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16.10.5 and VA fire protection design manual, Section 6.1.P.

3. The auxiliary drain piping shall be a minimum size of 2-inch to accommodate discharge from full flow tests at maximum system pressure at the exterior. Design exterior drains to prevent flooding or damage to landscaping and to prevent wetting of walkways.

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

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

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

H. 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.

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

J. 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.

K. 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 sprinkler cabinet.

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L. 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.

M. 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 IDENTIFICATION

A. Install labeling complying with NFPA 13 and the VA Fire Protection

Design Manual.

3.3 CLEANING

A. Purge new water-distribution piping systems and parts of existing systems that have been altered, extended, or repaired before use.

B. Use purging and disinfecting procedure prescribed by local utility provider or other authorities having jurisdiction or, if method is not prescribed by authorities having jurisdiction, use procedure described in

AWWA C651 or do as follows:

1. Fill the water system with a water/chlorine solution containing at least 50 ppm of chlorine; isolate and allow to stand for 24 hours.

2. Drain the system of the previous solution and refill with water/chlorine solution containing at least 200 ppm of chlorine;

isolate and allow system to stand for 3 hours.

3. After standing time, flush system with clean, potable water until no chlorine remains in water coming from system.

4. Submit water samples in sterile bottles to authorities having jurisdiction. Repeat procedure if biological examination shows evidence of contamination.

C. Prepare reports of purging and disinfecting activities and submit to the

VA COR and the Engineer of Record.

3.4 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

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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. Flush, test, and inspect sprinkler systems according to NFPA 13, "Systems Acceptance" Chapter 29.

C. 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

D. Report test results promptly and in writing to architect, engineer, VA

Fire Representative, and authorities having jurisdiction.

E. 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: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

2. AC: Alternating Current

3. A/E: Architect/Engineer

4. AFF: Above Finish Floor

5. AFG: Above Finish Grade

6. AI: Analog Input

7. AISI: American Iron and Steel Institute

8. AO: Analog Output

9. ASHRAE: American Society of Heating Refrigeration, Air Conditioning

Engineers

10. ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers

11. ASPE: American Society of Plumbing Engineers

12. AWG: American Wire Gauge

13. BACnet: Building Automation and Control Network

14. BAg: Silver-Copper-Zinc Brazing Alloy

15. BAS: Building Automation System

16. BCuP: Silver-Copper-Phosphorus Brazing Alloy

17. bhp: Brake Horsepower

18. Btu: British Thermal Unit

19. Btu/h: British Thermal Unit per Hour

20. BSG: Borosilicate Glass Pipe

21. C: Celsius

22. CA: Compressed Air

23. CD: Compact Disk

24. CDA: Copper Development Association

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25. CGA: Compressed Gas Association

26. CFM: Cubic Feet per Minute

27. CI: Cast Iron

28. CLR: Color

29. CO: Contracting Officer

30. COR: Contracting Officer’s Representative

31. CPVC: Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride

32. CR: Chloroprene

33. CRS: Corrosion Resistant Steel

34. CWP: Cold Working Pressure

35. CxA: Commissioning Agent

36. dB: Decibels

37. db(A): Decibels (A weighted)

38. DCW: Domestic Cold Water

39. DDC: Direct Digital Control

40. DFU: Drainage Fixture Units

41. DHW: Domestic Hot Water

42. DHWR: Domestic Hot Water Return

43. DHWS: Domestic How Water Supply

44. DI: Digital Input

45. DISS: Diameter Index Safety System

46. DN: Diameter Nominal

47. DO: Digital Output

48. DOE: Department of Energy

49. DVD: Digital Video Disc

50. DWG: Drawing

51. DWH: Domestic Water Heater

52. DWS: Domestic Water Supply

53. DWV: Drainage, Waste and Vent

54. ECC: Engineering Control Center

55. EL: Elevation

56. EMCS: Energy Monitoring and Control System

57. EPA: Environmental Protection Agency

58. F: Fahrenheit

59. FAR: Federal Acquisition Regulations

60. FD: Floor Drain

61. FDC: Fire Department (Hose) Connection

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62. FED: Federal

63. FG: Fiberglass

64. FNPT: Female National Pipe Thread

65. FU: Fixture Units

66. GAL: Gallon

67. GCO: Grade Cleanouts

68. GPH: Gallons per Hour

69. GPM: Gallons per Minute

70. HDPE: High Density Polyethylene

71. HEFP: Healthcare Environment and Facilities Program (replacement for

OCAMES)

72. HEX: Heat Exchanger

73. Hg: Mercury

74. HOA: Hands-Off-Automatic

75. HP: Horsepower

76. HVE: High Volume Evacuation

77. Hz: Hertz

78. ID: Inside Diameter

79. IE: Invert Elevation

80. INV: Invert

81. IPC: International Plumbing Code

82. IPS: Iron Pipe Size

83. IW: Indirect Waste

84. IWH: Instantaneous Water Heater

85. KW: Kilowatt

86. KWH: Kilowatt Hour

87. lb: Pound

88. lbs/hr: Pounds per Hour

89. LNG: Liquid Natural Gas

90. L/min: Liters per Minute

91. LOX: Liquid Oxygen

92. L/s: Liters per Second

93. m: Meter

94. MA: Medical Air

95. MAWP: Maximum Allowable Working Pressure

96. MAX: Maximum

97. MBH: 1000 Btu per Hour

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98. MED: Medical

99. MER: Mechanical Equipment Room

100. MFG: Manufacturer

101. MIN: Minimum

102. MV: Medical Vacuum

103. NC: Normally Closed

104. NF: Oil Free Dry (Nitrogen)

105. NIC: Not in Contract

106. NO: Normally Open

107. NOM: Nominal

108. NPTF: National Pipe Thread Female

109. NPS: Nominal Pipe Size

110. NPT: Nominal Pipe Thread

111. NTS: Not to Scale

112. O2: Oxygen

113. OC: On Center

114. OD: Outside Diameter

115. OS&Y: Outside Stem and Yoke

116. PA: Pascal

117. PBPU: Prefabricated Bedside Patient Units

118. PD: Pressure Drop or Difference

119. PDI: Plumbing and Drainage Institute

120. PH: Power of Hydrogen

121. PID: Proportional-Integral-Differential

122. PLC: Programmable Logic Controllers

123. PP: Polypropylene

124. ppb: Parts per Billion

125. ppm: Parts per Million

126. PSI: Pounds per Square Inch

127. PSIG: Pounds per Square Inch Gauge

128. PTFE: Polytetrafluoroethylene

129. PVC: Polyvinyl Chloride

130. PVDF: Polyvinylidene Fluoride

131. RPM: Revolutions Per Minute

132. RTD: Resistance Temperature Detectors

133. RTRP: Reinforced Thermosetting Resin Pipe

134. SAN: Sanitary Sewer

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135. SCFM: Standard Cubic Feet per Minute

136. SPEC: Specification

137. SPS: Sterile Processing Services

138. SQFT/SF: Square Feet

139. SS: Stainless Steel

140. STD: Standard

141. SWP: Steam Working Pressure

142. TD: Temperature Difference

143. TDH: Total Dynamic Head

144. TEMP: Temperature

145. THERM: 100,000 Btu

146. TIL: Technical Information Library http//www.cfm.va.gov/til/indes.asp

147. T/P: Temperature and Pressure

148. TYP: Typical

149. USDA: U.S. Department of Agriculture

150. V: Vent

151. V: Volt

152. VA: Veterans Administration

153. VA CFM: VA Construction & Facilities Management

154. VA CFM CSS: VA Construction & Facilities Management, Consulting

Support Service

155. VAC: Vacuum

156. VAC: Voltage in Alternating Current

157. VAMC: Veterans Administration Medical Center

158. VSD: Variable Speed Drive

159. VTR: Vent through Roof

160. W: Waste

161. WAGD: Waste Anesthesia Gas Disposal

162. WC: Water Closet

163. WG: Water Gauge

164. WOG: Water, Oil, Gas

165. WPD: Water Pressure Drop

166. WSFU: Water Supply Fixture Units

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01 00 00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

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

C. Section 01 74 19, CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT.

D. Section 01 91 00, GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS.

E. Section 05 50 00, METAL FABRICATIONS.

F. Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

G. Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

H. Section 09 91 00, PAINTING.

I. Section 22 07 11, PLUMBING INSULATION.

J. Section 22 08 00, COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS.

K. Section 23 09 23, DIRECT-DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HVAC.

L. Section 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS.

M. Section 26 05 19, LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES.

1.3 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publications listed below shall form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only. Where conflicts occur these specifications and the VHA standard will govern.

B. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

B31.1-2013 .............Power Piping

ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code -

BPVC Section IX-2019 ....Welding, Brazing, and Fusing Qualifications

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

A36/A36M-2019 ..........Standard Specification for Carbon Structural

Steel

A575-96(2013)e1 ........Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Merchant Quality, M-Grades

E84-2013a ..............Standard Test Method for Surface Burning

Characteristics of Building Materials

E119-2012a .............Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of

Building Construction and Materials

D. International Code Council, (ICC):

IBC-2018 ...............International Building Code

IPC-2018 ...............International Plumbing Code

E. Manufacturers Standardization Society (MSS) of the Valve and Fittings

Industry, Inc:

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SP-58-2018 .............Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design, Manufacture, Selection, Application and

Installation

F. Military Specifications (MIL):

P-21035B ...............Paint High Zinc Dust Content, Galvanizing

Repair (Metric)

G. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA):

MG 1-2016 ..............Motors and Generators

H. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

51B-2019 ...............Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work

54-2018 ................National Fuel Gas Code

70-2020 ................National Electrical Code (NEC)

99-2018 ................Healthcare Facilities Code

I. NSF International (NSF):

5-2019 .................Water Heaters, Hot Water Supply Boilers, and

Heat Recovery Equipment

14-2019 ................Plastic Piping System Components and Related

Materials

61-2019 ................Drinking Water System Components – Health

Effects

372-2016 ...............Drinking Water System Components – Lead Content

J. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA):

PG-18-102014(R18) ......Plumbing Design Manual

PG-18-13-2017(R18) .....Barrier Free Design Guide

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals, including number of required copies, shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, and

SAMPLES.

B. Information and material submitted under this section shall be marked

"SUBMITTED UNDER SECTION 22 05 11, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING",

with applicable paragraph identification.

C. If the project is phased, contractors shall submit complete phasing plan/schedule with manpower levels prior to commencing work. The phasing plan shall be detailed enough to provide milestones in the process that can be verified.

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D. Contractor shall make all necessary field measurements and investigations to assure that the equipment and assemblies will meet contract requirements, and all equipment that requires regular maintenance, calibration, etc are accessable from the floor or permanent work platform. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure all submittals meet the VA specifications and requirements and it is assumed by the VA that all submittals do meet the VA specifications unless the Contractor has requested a variance in writing and approved by COR prior to the submittal. If at any time during the project it is found that any item does not meet the VA specifications and there was no variance approval the Contractor shall correct at no additional cost or time to the Government even if a submittal was approved.

E. If equipment is submitted which differs in arrangement from that shown, provide documentation proving equivalent performance, design standards and drawings that show the rearrangement of all associated systems.

Additionally, any impacts on ancillary equipment or services such as foundations, piping, and electrical shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to design, supply, and install at no additional cost or time to the Government. VA approval will be given only if all features of the equipment and associated systems, including accessibility, are equivalent to that required by the contract.

F. Prior to submitting shop drawings for approval, Contractor shall certify in writing that manufacturers of all major items of equipment have each reviewed drawings and specifications, and have jointly coordinated and properly integrated their equipment and controls to provide a complete and efficient installation.

G. Submittals and shop drawings for interdependent items, containing applicable descriptive information, shall be furnished together and complete in a group. Coordinate and properly integrate materials and equipment in each group to provide a completely compatible and efficient installation. Final review and approvals will be made only by groups.

H. Manufacturer's Literature and Data including: Manufacturer’s literature shall be submitted under the pertinent section rather than under this section.

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1. Electric motor data and variable speed drive data shall be submitted with the driven equipment.

2. Equipment and materials identification.

3. Firestopping materials.

4. Hangers, inserts, supports and bracing. Provide load calculations for variable spring and constant support hangers.

5. Wall, floor, and ceiling plates.

I. Coordination/Shop Drawings:

1. Submit complete consolidated and coordinated shop drawings for all new systems, and for existing systems that are in the same areas.

2. The coordination/shop drawings shall include plan views, elevations and sections of all systems and shall be on a scale of not less than

1:32 (3/8-inch equal to 1 foot). Clearly identify and dimension the proposed locations of the principal items of equipment. The drawings shall clearly show locations and adequate clearance for all equipment, piping, valves, control panels and other items. Show the access means for all items requiring access for operations and maintenance. Provide detailed coordination/shop drawings of all piping and duct systems. The drawings should include all lockout/tagout points for all energy/hazard sources for each piece of equipment. Coordinate lockout/tagout procedures and practices with local VA requirements.

3. Do not install equipment foundations, equipment or piping until coordination/shop drawings have been approved.

4. In addition, for plumbing systems, provide details of the following:

a. Mechanical equipment rooms.

b. Interstitial space.

c. Hangers, inserts, supports, and bracing.

d. Pipe sleeves.

e. Duct or equipment penetrations of floors, walls, ceilings, or roofs.

J. Rigging Plan: Provide documentation of the capacity and weight of the rigging and equipment intended to be used. The plan shall include the path of travel of the load, the staging area and intended access, and qualifications of the operator and signal person.

K. Plumbing Maintenance Data and Operating Instructions:

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1. Maintenance and operating manuals in accordance with Section 01 00

00, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, Article, INSTRUCTIONS, for systems and equipment.

2. Complete operating and maintenance manuals including wiring diagrams, technical data sheets, information for ordering replacement parts, and troubleshooting guide:

a. Include complete list indicating all components of the systems.

b. Include complete diagrams of the internal wiring for each item of equipment.

c. Diagrams shall have their terminals identified to facilitate installation, operation and maintenance.

3. Provide a listing of recommended replacement parts for keeping in stock supply, including sources of supply, for equipment. Include in the listing belts for equipment: Belt manufacturer, model number, size and style, and distinguished whether of multiple belt sets.

L. Provide copies of approved plumbing equipment submittals to the TAB and

Commissioning Subcontractor.

M. Completed System Readiness Checklist provided by the CxA and completed by the Contractor, signed by a qualified technician and dated on the date of completion, in accordance with the requirements of Section 22

08 00 COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS.

N. Submit training plans, trainer qualifications and instructor qualifications in accordance with the requirements of Section 22 08 00

COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Mechanical, electrical, and associated systems shall be safe, reliable, efficient, durable, easily and safely operable and maintainable, easily and safely accessible, and in compliance with applicable codes as specified. The systems shall be comprised of high quality institutional-class and industrial-class products of manufacturers that are experienced specialists in the required product lines. All construction firms and personnel shall be experienced and qualified specialists in industrial and institutional plumbing.

B. Products Criteria:

1. Standard Products: Material and equipment shall be the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture, supply and servicing of the specified products for at least 5 years.

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However, digital electronics devices, software and systems such as controls, instruments, computer work station, shall be the current generation of technology and basic design that has a proven satisfactory service record of at least 5 years.

2. Equipment Service: There shall be permanent service organizations, authorized and trained by manufacturers of the equipment supplied, located within 160 km (100 miles) of the project. These organizations shall come to the site and provide acceptable service to restore operations within 4 hours of receipt of notification by phone, e-mail or fax in event of an emergency, such as the shut-down of equipment; or within 24 hours in a non-emergency. Names, mail and e-mail addresses and phone numbers of service organizations providing service under these conditions for (as applicable to the project): pumps, compressors, water heaters, critical instrumentation, computer workstation and programming shall be submitted for project record and inserted into the operations and maintenance manual.

3. All items furnished shall be free from defects that would adversely affect the performance, maintainability and appearance of individual components and overall assembly.

4. The products and execution of work specified in Division 22 shall conform to the referenced codes and standards as required by the specifications. Local codes and amendments enforced by the local code official shall be enforced, if required by local authorities such as the natural gas supplier. If the local codes are more stringent, then the local code shall apply. Any conflicts shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officers Representative

(COR).

5. Multiple Units: When two or more units of materials or equipment of the same type or class are required, these units shall be of the same manufacturer and model number, or if different models are required they shall be of the same manufacturer and identical to the greatest extent possible (i.e., same model series).

6. Assembled Units: Performance and warranty of all components that make up an assembled unit shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer of the completed assembly.

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7. Nameplates: Nameplate bearing manufacturer's name or identifiable trademark shall be securely affixed in a conspicuous place on equipment, or name or trademark cast integrally with equipment, stamped or otherwise permanently marked on each item of equipment.

8. Asbestos products or equipment or materials containing asbestos is prohibited.

9. Bio-Based Materials: For products designated by the USDA’s bio-based

Bio-Preferred Program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for bio-based content, so long as products meet all performance requirements in this specifications section. For more information regarding the product categories covered by the

Bio-Preferred Program, visit http://www.biopreferred.gov.

C. Welding: Before any welding is performed, Contractor shall submit a certificate certifying that welders comply with the following requirements:

1. Qualify welding processes and operators for piping according to ASME

BPVC, Section IX, "Welding and Brazing Qualifications". Provide proof of current certification to CO.

2. Comply with provisions of ASME B31 series "Code for Pressure

Piping".

3. Certify that each welder and welding operator has passed American

Welding Society (AWS) qualification tests for the welding processes involved, and that certification is current.

4. All welds shall be stamped according to the provisions of the AWS or

ASME as required herein and by the association code.

D. Manufacturer's Recommendations: Where installation procedures or any part thereof are required to be in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed copies of these recommendations shall be furnished to the COR prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received. Failure to furnish these recommendations can be cause for rejection of the material.

E. Execution (Installation, Construction) Quality:

1. All items shall be applied and installed in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions. Conflicts between the manufacturer's instructions and the contract documents shall be referred to the COR for resolution. Printed copies or electronic http://www.biopreferred.gov/

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2. All items that require access, such as for operating, cleaning, servicing, maintenance, and calibration, shall be easily and safely accessible by persons standing at floor level, or standing on…