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Water Street Restaurant Yorktown, Virginia

Owner’s Project Number: B6542-EY Project Number: 211005

April 14, 2023

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

Project Specifications

Presented by: Enteros Design, P.C.: Architect Kimley-Horn, Civil Engineering Lynch Mykins, Structural Engineering Inversity Consulting, MEP Engineering FSDC, Food Service Design

VOLUME

WATER STREET RESTAURANT SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WATER STREET RESTAURANT

YORKTOWN, VA

DATE: APRIL 14, 2023 –SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 00 - BID & CONTRACT DOCUMENTS – (LISTED ONLY FOR REFERENCE. NOT INCLUDED. PROVIDED BY

OWNER SEPARATELY)

INVITATION FOR BIDS

STATEMENT OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (INCLUDED HEREIN)

VOLUME 1

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY

012200 UNIT PRICES

012300 ALTERNATES

012500 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

012600 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

012900 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

013200 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

013233 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

014200 REFERENCES

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017300 EXECUTION

017700 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

017823 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

017839 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

017900 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

033562 BONDED ABRASIVE CONCRETE FLOOR REHABILITATION

DIVISION 04-MASONRY

042000 UNIT MASONRY

047200 CAST STONE MASONRY

DIVISION 05 - METAL

051200 STRUCTURAL STEEL

054000 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS

057300 DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS

DIVISION 06 - WOOD AND PLASTICS

061000 ROUGH CARPENTRY

061600 SHEATHING

061753 SHOP-FABRICATED WOOD TRUSSES

062013 EXTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY

064023 INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK

06 6400 FIBER REINFORCED PLASTIC PANELS

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

071113 BITUMINOUS DAMPPROOFING

072100 THERMAL INSULATION

07 2500 WEATHER BARRIERS

073100 SHINGLES (SIMULATED SLATE)

074600 SIDING – FIBER CEMENT

075200 REPAIRS TO EXISTING MODIFIED BITUMEN ROOFING

075419 POLYVINYL-CHLORIDE (PVC) ROOFING WITH KEE

075552 MODIFIED BITUMENT ROOFING RECOATING

076100 SHEET METAL ROOFING

076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

07 8443 JOINT FIRESTOPPING

079200 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 8 DOORS AND WINDOWS

081113 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

081416 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

081433 STILE AND RAIL WOOD DOORS

083113 ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

085113 ALUMINUM CLAD WOOD WINDOWS AND DOORS

087100 DOOR HARDWARE

088000 GLAZING

DIVISION 9 FINISHES

092116 GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES

093100 TILING

095113 ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

096519 RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

096700 EPOXY RESINOUS FLOORING

096813 TILE CARPET

097200 WALL COVERINGS

09 9000 PAINTING AND COATINGS

DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

101419 DIMENSIONAL LETTER SIGNAGE

101423 PANEL SIGNAGE

102113.19 SOLID PLASTIC TOILET COMPARTMENTS

102800 TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES

10 4413 FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 11 EQUIPMENT

114000 FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 FURNISHINGS

12 2413 EXTERIOR VINYL MOTORIZED PATIO ENCLOSURE SCREENS

VOLUME 2

DIVISION 13 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

NOT USED

DIVISION 14 CONVEYING SYSTEMS

NOT USED

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 0500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 1313 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

21 1316 DRY-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 0400 PLUMBING GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

22 0523 GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

22 0529 HANGARS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 0553 IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

22 0700 PLUMBING INSULATION

22 1116 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

22 1119 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 1123 FACILITY NATURAL-GAS PIPING

22 1316 SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING

22 1319 SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 1413 FACILITY STORM DRAINAGE PIPING

22 1423 STORM DRAINAGE PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 3400 FUEL-FIRED, DOMESTIC-WATER HEATERS

22 4000 PLUMBING FIXTURES

DIVISION 23 – HVAC

23 0010 HVAC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

23 0100 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE OF HVAC SYSTEMS

23 0500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 0548 VIBRATION CONTROLS FOR HVAC SYSTEMS

23 0553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC SYSTEMS

23 0593 TESTING ADJUSTING & BALANCING FOR HVAC

23 0700 HVAC INSULATION

23 0900 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC

23 2000 HVAC PIPING

23 3000 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION

23 7000 CENTRALIZED HVAC EQUIPMENT

23 8000 DECENTRALIZED HVAC EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 0500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

26 0519 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 0523 CONTROL VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES

26 0526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0533 RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0534 PATHWAYS FOR LOW-VOLTAGE SYSTEMS

26 0553 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0923 LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

26 0924 LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

26 2000 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION

26 2416 PANELBOARDS

26 2726 RECEPTACLES

26 2813 FUSES

26 2816 ENCLOSED SWITCHES

26 2900 LOW-VOLTAGE CONTROLLERS

26 3213 NATURAL GAS FUELED ENGINE-GENERATOR

26 3600 TRANSFER SWITCH

26 5000 LIGHTING

26 7021 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM

DIVISION 27 COMMUNICATIONS

(NOT USED)

DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

(NOT USED)

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

311000 SITE CLEARING

312000 EARTH MOVING

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321400 UNIT PAVING

DIVISION 33 UTILITIES

334100 STORM UTILITY DRAINAGE PIPING

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

WATER STREET

RESTAURANT

PROJECT NUMBER: 211005

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SECTION 210500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Pipe, fittings, valves, and connections for sprinkler, standpipe and fire hose, and combination sprinkler and standpipe systems.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 078100 - Firestopping.

B. Section 210553 - Identification for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment: Piping identification.

C. Section 211300 - Fire-Suppression Sprinkler Systems: Sprinkler systems design.

D. Section 230548 - Noise and Vibration Control for Mechanical Systems.

1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASME (BPV IX) - Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX - Welding and Brazing Qualifications; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 2010.

B. ASME B16.1 - Gray Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings: Classes 25, 125, and 250; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 2010.

C. ASME B16.3 - Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings: Classes 150 and 300; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 2011.

D. ASME B16.4 - Gray Iron Threaded Fittings; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers;

2011.

E. ASME B16.9 - Factory-made Wrought Steel Buttwelding Fittings; The American Society of Mechanical Engineers; 2007.

F. ASTM A53/A53M - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc- Coated, Welded and Seamless; 2012.

G. ASTM A536 - Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings; 1984 (Reapproved 2009).

H. ASTM A795/A795M - Standard Specification for Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded and Seamless Steel Pipe for Fire Protection Use; 2013.

I. AWWA C110/A21.10 - American National Standard for Ductile-Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings, 3 In. Through 48 In. (75 mm Through 1200 mm), for Water and Other Liquids; American Water Works Association; 2012.

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J. AWWA C111/A21.11 - Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings;

American Water Works Association; 2012 (ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11).

K. AWWA C151/A21.51 - Ductile-Iron Pipe, Centrifugally Cast, for Water; American Water Works Association; 2009 (ANSI/AWWA C151/A21.51).

L. AWWA C606 - Grooved and Shouldered Joints; 2011 (ANSI/AWWA C606).

M. NFPA 13 - Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems; National Fire Protection Association; 2013.

N. NFPA 14 - Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems; National Fire Protection Association; 2013.

O. UL (FPED) - Fire Protection Equipment Directory; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; current edition.

P. UL 262 - Gate Valves for Fire-Protection Service; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; Current Edition, Including All Revisions.

Q. UL 312 - Check Valves for Fire-Protection Service; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; Current Edition, Including All Revisions.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures, for submittal procedures.

B. The contractor must prepare and submit for the engineer's and AHJ's approval all installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, as required by the NFPA.

C. The installation drawings shall include detailed drawings associated with the deluge system and the coordination with the theatrical rigging system.

D. Product Data: Provide manufacturers catalogue information. Indicate valve data and ratings.

E. Shop Drawings: Indicate pipe materials used, jointing methods, supports, floor and wall penetration seals. Indicate installation, layout, weights, mounting and support details, and piping connections.

F. Operation and Maintenance Data: Include installation instructions and spare parts lists.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing the Products specified in this section with minimum three years documented experience.

B. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing work of the type specified this section.

1. Minimum three years experience.

2. Approved by manufacturer.

3. The installation of this fire protection system shall be made by a Contractor licensed to install fire protection systems within this City, County, and State. The Contractor shall, COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION 210500 - Page 3 of 11 upon request of the Owner, Architect, Engineer or his representative, present proof of his authority to do business within the City, County, State as a licensed Fire Protection Contractor, approved to install systems in accordance with the requirements of the National Bureau of Fire Underwriters and such other governing authorities as exist.

C. Conform to UL and FM requirements.

D. Valves: Bear UL label or marking. Provide manufacturer's name and pressure rating marked on valve body.

E. Products Requiring Electrical Connection: Listed and classified as suitable for the purpose specified and indicated.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver and store valves in shipping containers, with labeling in place.

B. Provide temporary protective coating on cast iron and steel valves.

C. Provide temporary end caps and closures on piping and fittings. Maintain in place until installation.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

A. Sprinkler Systems: Conform work to NFPA 13.

B. Welding Materials and Procedures: Conform to ASME Code.

2.2 BURIED PIPING

A. Ductile Iron Pipe: AWWA C151/A21.51.

1. Mechanical-joint, Ductile Iron Pipe with mechanical-joint bell end and plain end

a. Mechanical-Joint, Ductile Iron Fittings: AWWA C153, ductile iron compact pattern

b. Glands, Gaskets, and Bolts: AWWA C111, ductile or gray-iron gland, rubber gasket, and steel bolts and nuts.

2. Push-on-Joint, Ductile-Iron Pipe: AWWA C151, with push-on-joint bell end and plain end

a. Push-on-Joint, Ductile-Iron Pipe Fittings: AWWA C152, ductile-iron compact pattern.

b. Gaskets: AWWA C111, rubber.

3. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron Pipe: AWWA C151, with factory or field-formed, radius cut grooved ends according to AWWA C606.

a. Grooved-Joint Piping Systems:

1) Manufacturers:

(a) Victaulic Co. of America.

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2) Grooved-End Fittings: ASTM A 536, ductile-iron casting with OD matching ductile-iron-pipe OD and cement lining.

3) Groove-End-Pipe Couplings: AWWA C606, gasketed fitting matching ductile-iron-pipe OD. Include ductile iron housing with keys matching ductile-iron-pipe and fittings grooves, prelubricated rubbers gasket with center leg, and steel bolts and nuts.

4) Grooved-End Transition Flange: UL 213, gasketed fitting with key for ductile-iron-pipe dimensions. Include flange-type, ductile-iron housing with rubber gasket listed for use with housing and steel bolts and nuts.

2.3 ABOVE GROUND PIPING

A. Steel Pipe: ASTM A795 Schedule 10 or ASTM A53 Schedule 40, black.

1. Steel Fittings: ASME B16.9, wrought steel, buttwelded.

2. Cast Iron Fittings: ASME B16.1, flanges and flanged fittings and ASME B16.4, threaded fittings.

3. Malleable Iron Fittings: ASME B16.3, threaded fittings.

4. Grooved-Joint Piping Systems:

a. Manufacturers:

1) Anvil International, Inc.

2) Central Sprinkler Corp.

3) Ductilic, Inc.

4) JDH Pacific, Inc.

5) National Fittings, Inc.

6) Shurjoint Piping Products, Inc.

7) Southwestern Pipe, Inc.

8) Star Pipe Products; Star Fittings Div.

9) Victaulic Co. of America

10) Ward Manufacturing

b. Grooved-End Fittings: UL 213 and AWWA C606, rigid pattern; gasketed fittings matching steel-pipe OD. Include ductile-iron housing with keys matching steel-pipe and fittings grooves, prelubricated rubber gasket listed for use with housing, and steel bolts and nuts.

5. Mechanical Formed Fittings: Carbon steel housing with integral pipe stop and O-ring pocked and O-ring, uniformly compressed into permanent mechanical engagement onto pipe.

B. Flexible Connectors

1. Flexible connectors shall have materials suitable for system fluid. Include 175 psig minimum working pressure rating and ends according to the following:

a. NPS 2 and smaller: Threaded.

b. NPS 2-1/2 and larger: Grooved for use with grooved-end-pipe couplings.

2. Manufacturers:

a. Anamet Inc.

b. Flex-Hose Co., Inc.

c. Flexicraft Industries

d. Flex-Pression, Ltd.

e. Flex-Weld, Inc.

f. Hyspan Precisions Products, Inc.

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g. Mercer Rubber Co.

h. Metraflex, Inc.

i. Proco Products, Inc.

j. Unaflex Inc.

3. Stainless Steel-Hose/Steel Pipe, Flexible Connectors: Corrugated, stainless steel, inner tubing covered with stainless-stel wire braid. Include steel nipples or flanges, welded to hose.

4. Stainless Steel-Hose/Stainless Steel Pipe, Flexible Connectors: Corugated, stainless steel inner tubing covered with stainless steel wire braid. Include stainless stel nipples or flanges, welded to hose.

2.4 PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 1/2 to 1-1/2 inch: Malleable iron, adjustable swivel, split ring.

B. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 2 inches and Over: Carbon steel, adjustable, clevis.

C. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers: Steel channels with welded spacers and hanger rods.

D. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes to 3 inches: Cast iron hook.

E. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes 4 inches and Over: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamp.

F. Vertical Support: Steel riser clamp.

G. See Section 230548 for vibration isolation requirements.

2.5 MECHANICAL COUPLINGS

A. Rigid Mechanical Couplings for Grooved Joints:

1. Dimensions and Testing: Comply with AWWA C606.

2. Minimum Working Pressure: 300 psig.

3. Housing Material: Fabricate of ductile iron conforming to ASTM A536.

4. Housing Coating: Factory applied orange enamel.

5. Gasket Material: EPDM suitable for operating temperature range from minus 30 degrees F to 230 degrees F.

6. Bolts and Nuts: Hot dipped galvanized or zinc electroplated steel

7. Product:

a. Victaulic Company; FireLock Style 009H: www.victaulic.com.

2.6 GATE VALVES

A. Valves shall be UL listed or FMG approved with 175 psig minimum pressure rating.

B. Manufacturers:

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1. TYCO Fire Protection

2. Kennedy Valve Div.

3. NIBCO

4. Milwaukee Valve Company

5. Crane Co.

C. Up to and including 2 inches:

1. Bronze body, bronze trim, rising stem, handwheel, solid wedge or disc, threaded ends.

D. Over 2 inches:

1. Iron body, bronze trim, rising stem pre-grooved for mounting tamper switch, handwheel, OS&Y, solid rubber covered bronze or cast iron wedge, flanged ends.

2.7 GLOBE OR ANGLE VALVES

A. Up to and including 2 inches:

1. Bronze body, bronze trim, rising stem and handwheel, inside screw, renewable rubber disc, threaded ends, with backseating capacity repackable under pressure.

B. Over 2 inches:

1. Iron body, bronze trim, rising stem, handwheel, OS&Y, plug-type disc, flanged ends, renewable seat and disc.

2.8 BALL VALVES

A. Up to and including 2 inches:

1. Bronze two piece body, brass, chrome plated bronze, or stainless steel ball, teflon seats and stuffing box ring, lever handle and balancing stops, threaded ends with union.

B. Over 2 inches:

1. Cast steel body, chrome plated steel ball, teflon seat and stuffing box seals, lever handle or gear drive handwheel for sizes 10 inches and over, flanged.

2.9 BUTTERFLY VALVES

A. NPS 2 and smaller: bronze body with threaded ends:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Global Safety Products, Inc.

b. Milwaukee valve Company

2. Stainless steel disc, resilient replaceable seat, threaded or grooved ends, extended neck, handwheel and gear drive and integral indicating device, and built-in tamper proof switch rated 10 amp at 115 volt AC.

B. NPS 2-1/2 and larger: Cast or Ductile Iron Body, wafer type with grooved ends.

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1. Manufacturers:

a. Global Safety Products, Inc.

b. Kennedy Valve Div.

c. Mueller Company.

d. NIBCO

e. Victaulic Co. of America

2. Cast or ductile iron, chrome or nickel plated ductile iron or aluminum bronze disc, resilient replaceable EPDM seat, wafer, grooved ends, extended neck, handwheel and gear drive and integral indicating device, and internal tamper switch rated 10 amp at 115 volt

AC.

2.10 CHECK VALVES

A. Manufacturers:

1. Clow Valve Corp.

2. Crane Co.; Crane Valve Group

3. Firematic Sprinkler Devices, Inc.

4. Globe Fire Sprinkler Corporation

5. TYCO Fire Protection

6. Mueller Company

7. NIBCO

8. Potter-Roemer; Fire Protection Div.

9. United Brass Works, Inc.

10. Victaulic Co. of America

B. Up to and including 2 inches:

1. UL 312, Bronze body and swing disc, rubber seat, threaded ends.

C. Over 2 inches:

1. UL 312, Iron body, bronze trim, swing check with rubber disc, renewable disc and seat, flanged or grooved ends with automatic ball check.

2.11 DRAIN VALVES

A. Compression Stop:

1. Bronze with hose thread nipple and cap.

B. Ball Valve:

1. Brass with cap and chain, 3/4 inch hose thread.

2.12 INDICATING VALVES

A. UL 1091, with integral indicating device and ends matching connecting piping.

1. Indicator: Electrical, 115 VAC, prewired, single-circuit, supervisory switch

2. NPS 2 and smaller: ball or butterfly valve with bronze body and threaded ends. a.

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Manufacturers:

1) Milwaukee Valve Company

2) NIBCO

3) Victaulic Co. of America

3. NPS 2-1/2 and larger: butterfly valve with cast- or ductile-iron body, wafer type or with flanged or grooved ends.

a. Manufacturers

1) TYCO Fire Protection

2) Kennedy Valve Div.

3) Milwaukee Valve Company

4) NIBCO

5) Victaulic Co. of America

2.13 SPRINKLER SYSTEM CONTROL VALVES

A. UL listed or FMG approved cast- or ductile-iron body with flanged or grooved ends, and 175 psig minimum pressure rating.

B. Manufacturers:

1. Globe Fire Protection Corporation

2. TYCO Fire Protection

3. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.; Inc..

4. Victaulic Co. of America

5. Viking Corp.

C. Alarm Check Valves: UL 193, designed for horizontal or vertical installation, with bronze grooved seat with O-ring seals, single-hinge pin, and latch design. Include trim sets for bypass, drain, electrical sprinkler alarm switch, pressure gages, retarding chamber, and fill-line attachment with strainer.

1. Drip Cup Assembly: Pipe drain without valves and separate from main drain piping.

2. Drip Cup Assembly: Pipe drain with check valve to main drain piping.

2.14 AUTOMATIC DRAIN VALVES

A. UL 1726, NPS 3/4, ball-check device with threaded ends.

B. Manufacturers:

1. AFAC Inc.

2. Grinnell Fire Protection

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Ream pipe and tube ends. Remove burrs. Bevel plain end ferrous pipe.

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B. Remove scale and foreign material, from inside and outside, before assembly.

C. Prepare piping connections to equipment with flanges or unions.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install sprinkler system and service main piping, hangers, and supports in accordance with

NFPA 13.

B. Install standpipe piping, hangers, and supports in accordance with NFPA 14.

C. Flanges, flanged fittings, unions, nipples, and transition and special fittings with finish and pressure ratings same as or higher than system's pressure may be used in above ground applications.

D. Piping between Fire Department Connections and Check Valves: Galvanized, standard weight steel pipe with grooved ends; grooved-end fittings; grooved-end pipe couplings; and grooved joints.

E. Valve Applications:

1. Listed Fire-Protection Valves: UL listed and FMG approved for applications required by NFPA 13 and NFPA 14

a. Shutoff Duty: Use butterfly or gate valves.

2. Unlisted General-Duty Valves: For Applications where UL listed and FMG approved valves are not required by NFPA 13 and NFPA 14

a. Shutoff Duty: Use butterfly or gate valves.

b. Throttling Duty: Use globe valves.

F. Valve Installation:

1. Install listed fire protection valves, unlisted general duty valves, and specialty valves and trim, controls, and specialties according to NFPA 13 and NFPA 14 and authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Install listed fire protection shutoff valves supervised-open, located to control sources of water supply except from fire department connections. Install permanent identification signs indicating portion of system controlled by each valve.

3. Install backflow preventer at water supply connection.

4. Alarm Check Valves: Install in vertical position for proper direction of flow, including bypass check valve and retarding chamber drain-line connection.

G. Joint Construction:

1. Threaded Joints: Comply with NFPA 13 for pipe thickness and threads. Do not thread pipe smaller than NPS 8 (DN 200) with wall thickness less than Schedule 40 unless approved by authorities having jurisdiction and threads are checked by a ring gage and comply with

ASME B1.20.1.

2. Twist-Locked Joints: Insert plain-end piping into locking-lug fitting and rotate retainer lug one quarter turn.

3. Pressure-Sealed Joints: Use UL listed tool and procedure. Include use of specific equipment, pressure-sealing tool, and accessories.

4. Grooved Joints: Assemble joints with listed coupling and gasket, lubricant, and bolts.

a. Ductile-iron Pipe: Radius-cut-groove ends of piping. Use grooved-end fittings and grooved-end-pipe couplings.

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b. Steel Pipe: Square-cut or roll-groove piping. Use grooved-end fittings and rigid, grooved-end-pipe couplings, unless otherwise indicated.

c. Dry-Pipe Systems: Use fittings and gaskets listed for dry-pipe service.

H. Route piping in orderly manner, plumb and parallel to building structure. Maintain gradient.

I. Install piping to conserve building space, to not interfere with use of space and other work.

J. Group piping whenever practical at common elevations.

K. Sleeve pipes passing through partitions, walls, and floors.

L. Install piping to allow for expansion and contraction without stressing pipe, joints, or connected equipment.

M. Inserts:

1. Provide inserts for placement in concrete formwork.

2. Provide inserts for suspending hangers from reinforced concrete slabs and sides of reinforced concrete beams.

3. Provide hooked rod to concrete reinforcement section for inserts carrying pipe over 4 inches.

4. Where concrete slabs form finished ceiling, locate inserts flush with slab surface.

5. Where inserts are omitted, drill through concrete slab from below and provide through-bolt with recessed square steel plate and nut above slab.

N. Pipe Hangers and Supports:

1. Install hangers to provide minimum 1/2 inch space between finished covering and adjacent work.

2. Place hangers within 12 inches of each horizontal elbow.

3. Use hangers with 1-1/2 inch minimum vertical adjustment. Design hangers for pipe movement without disengagement of supported pipe.

4. Support vertical piping at every other floor. Support riser piping independently of connected horizontal piping.

5. Where several pipes can be installed in parallel and at same elevation, provide multiple or trapeze hangers.

6. Prime coat exposed steel hangers and supports. Refer to Section 099000. Hangers and supports located in crawl spaces, pipe shafts, and suspended ceiling spaces are not considered exposed.

O. Slope piping and arrange systems to drain at low points. Use eccentric reducers to maintain top of pipe level.

P. Use approved fittings to make changes of direction, branch takeoffs from mains, and reductions in pipe sizes.

Q. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes NPS 2 and smaller. Unions are not required on flanged devices or in piping installations using grooved joints.

R. Install flanges or flange adapters on valves, apparatus, and equipment having NPS 2-1/2 and larger connections.

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S. Install "Inspector's Test Connections" in sprinkler system piping, complete with shutoff valve, sized and located according to NFPA 13.

T. Install sprinkler zone control valves, test assemblies, and drain risers adjacent to standpipes when sprinkler system piping is connecting to standpipes.

U. Hose Connection Installation:

1. Install hose connections adjacent to standpipes.

2. Install freestanding hose connections for access and minimum passage restriction.

3. Install hose-connection valves with flow restriction device.

4. Install wall-mounting type hose connections in cabinets. Include pipe escutcheons, with finish matching valves, inside cabinet where water supply piping penetrates cabinet. Install valves at angle required for connection of fire hose.

V. Fire Department Connection Installation:

1. Install wall-type, fire department connections in vertical wall.

2. Install freestanding-type, fire department connections in level surface.

a. Install protective pipe bollards on two sides of each fire department connection where subject to traffic.

3. Install ball drip valve at each check valve for fire department connection.

W. Install alarm devices in piping systems.

X. Install flexible connectors on fire pump and pressure maintenance pump supply and discharge connections and in fire suppression piping as required.

Y. Prepare pipe, fittings, supports, and accessories for finish painting. Where pipe support members are welded to structural building framing, scrape, brush clean, and apply one coat of zinc rich primer to welding. Refer to Section 099123.

Z. Do not penetrate building structural members unless indicated.

AA. Provide sleeves when penetrating footings, floors, and walls. Seal pipe and sleeve penetrations to achieve fire resistance equivalent to fire separation required.

AB. When installing more than one piping system material, ensure system components are compatible and joined to ensure the integrity of the system. Provide necessary joining fittings.

Ensure flanges, union, and couplings for servicing are consistently provided.

AC. Install valves with stems upright or horizontal, not inverted. Remove protective coatings prior to installation.

AD. Provide drain valves at main shut-off valves, low points of piping and apparatus.

END OF SECTION 210500

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SECTION 211313 - WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Scope: Provide a complete wet-pipe sprinkler system, and associated equipment, ready for operation.

B. The work includes designing and installation of an automatic wet pipe fire extinguishing sprinkler system for Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard and uniform distribution of water to afford complete fire protection coverage throughout the contract area.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Furnish: To supply the stated equipment or materials

B. Install: To set in position and connect or adjust for use

C. NFPA: National Fire Protection Association

D. NICET: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies

E. Provide: To furnish and install the stated equipment or materials

F. UL: Underwriters Laboratories

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:

A. The design shall conform to NFPA 13 and 14, latest edition. Design of the automatic wet pipe sprinkler system shall be for Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard occupancies. The design, equipment, materials, installation, workmanship, examination, inspection and testing shall be in strict accordance with NFPA 13, except as modified herein.

B. The system shall include all materials, accessories, and equipment inside and outside the building to provide a system complete and ready for use.

C. Design and provide each system giving full consideration to blind spaces, piping, electrical equipment, duct work and other construction and equipment in accordance with detailed drawings to be submitted for approval.

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D. Equipment for fire protection service shall be UL listed or FM approved for use in wet pipe sprinkler systems.

E. In the NFPA publications referred to herein, the advisory provisions shall be considered mandatory, as though the word "shall" had been substituted for "should," wherever it appears.

1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Water Distribution: Distribution shall be uniform throughout the area which it is assumed the sprinkler heads will open. Variation in discharge from individual heads in the hydraulically most remote area shall be between 100 and 120 percent of the specified density.

B. Piping Restrictions: Piping is prohibited in the following areas, except when solely supplying sprinklers in such areas:

1. Transformer, switchgear, or similar rooms

2. Elevator machine rooms and elevator shafts.

3. IT Computer spaces (mission critical).

4. Collection storage rooms.

C. Clearance From Electrical Equipment: Piping and automatic sprinklers are prohibited directly over:

1. Transformers.

2. Substations.

3. Switchboards.

4. Motor control centers.

5. Emergency generators.

6. Bus Ducts.

7. Electrical panels.

D. If installing pipe over electrical equipment is unavoidable, provide drip pans under piping to protect electrical equipment.

E. Location of Sprinkler Heads: Heads in relation to the ceiling and the spacing of sprinkler heads shall not exceed their listed area of coverage. Uniformly space sprinklers on the branch piping. Locate sprinkler heads in a consistent pattern with ceiling grid, lights, and supply air diffusers.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal to the authority having jurisdiction: The A/E shall review and attach his approval to the fire protection sprinkler submittal, then send one complete copy of the “approved” submittal to the authority having jurisdiction for review.

B. Partial submittals will not be acceptable. Any installation work performed prior to the approval of the submittal shall be at the Contractor’s own risk.

C. Before any work is commenced, submit manufacturer's data (with listing or approval), and complete sets of working drawings.

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D. Manufacturers' Data: Annotate descriptive data to show the specific model, type and size of each item the Contractor proposes to furnish. Include data for proper installation of each system including:

1. Pipe and fitting.

2. Gate and check valves

3. Globe valves

4. Backflow preventers

5. Sprinkler heads

6. Pipe hangers and supports

7. Inspector's test station

E. Shop Drawings: Prepare working drawings on sheets not smaller than 24 in by 36 in (610 mm by 914 mm), in accordance with the requirements for "Working Plans" as specified in NFPA 13.

F. As-Built (Record) Working Drawings: Make all necessary corrections to the drawings and furnish four sets of as-built drawings for record purposes.

G. Operation And Maintenance Manuals: Furnish four (4) instruction manuals containing complete operation and maintenance instructions for the specific make and model of all check valves, detector check valves, alarm valves, waterflow and tamper switches, backflow preventers, and other trim furnished.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. All publications listed below refer to the most current edition.

B. Manufacturers Qualifications

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Publications:

a. A53 Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

b. A135 Welded and Seamless Steel Pipe

2. Factory Mutual System (FM) Publications

a. Approval Guide

3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications

a. 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems

b. 14 Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems

c. 70 National Electrical Code

d. 72 National Fire Alarm Code

e. 101 Life Safety Code

f. 291 Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants

g. 1963 Fire Hose Connections

4. International Code Council (ICC)

a. International Building Code

5. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Publications:

a. Fire Protection Equipment Directory

b. 262 Gate Valves for Fire Protection Service

c. 789 Indicator Posts for Fire Protection Service

6. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

a. A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators

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C. Qualifications Of Installer:

1. Prior to installation, submit data for approval, showing that the Contractor has successfully installed automatic, wet pipe, fire extinguishing sprinkler systems of at least 200 sprinkler heads each, or there is a firm contractual agreement with a subcontractor having such required experience. These systems shall be the same type and design which have been retrofitted into existing museums and historical buildings as specified herein. The data shall include the names and locations of at least two installations where the Contractor, or the subcontractor referred to above, has installed such systems. The Contractor shall indicate the type and design of each system and certify that each system has performed satisfactorily in the manner intended for a period of not less than 18 months.

2. Design be by a NICET Level III or IV Technician (in automatic sprinkler system design).

1.8 DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver products to project site in original, unopened packages with intact and legible manufacturers’ labels identifying product and manufacturer, date of manufacture, and shelf life if applicable.

B. Store materials inside, under cover, above ground, and kept dry and protected from physical damage until ready for use. Remove from site and discard wet or damaged materials.

C. Automatic sprinklers must be kept in original packaging until they are installed. Loose carrying or storage is not permitted. Loose sprinklers shall be discarded immediately and replaced at Contractor’s expense.

1.9 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate sprinkler head layout with reflected ceiling plan and all ceiling – mounted equipment, including diffusers, lights, security cameras, fire alarm devices, exit signs, and other devices.

B. Coordinate major equipment and piping layouts with other trades to avoid obstructions and excessive changes in direction for piping.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. The Contractor shall guarantee labor, materials, and equipment provided under this contract against defects for a period of one year after the date of final acceptance of this work by the Government.

B. Final acceptance includes, but is not limited to, the receipt and approval of, as-built drawings and operation and maintenance manuals.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. All products are subject to the following listed acceptable manufacturers. If the product is not addressed herein the product shall be from a US based manufacturer and listed for fire protection use.

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B. All products shall be FM approved/ UL listed.

C. Fire Protection Valves and Drain Assemblies

1. Tyco Fire & Building Products

2. Victaulic

3. Kennedy

4. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.

5. Viking Corporation

D. Sprinklers

1. Tyco Fire & Building Products

2. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.

3. Viking Corporation

4. Victaulic Corporation

2.2 ABOVEGROUND PIPING SYSTEMS

A. Provide fittings for changes in direction of piping and for all connections. Arrange piping so that it can be drained at the main riser. Make changes in piping sizes through standard tapered, reducing pipe fittings; the use of bushings will not be permitted. Perform welding in the shop; field welding will not be permitted.

B. Jointing compound for pipe threads shall be polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) pipe thread tape only;

apply on male threads. Pipe dope may not be used.

C. Lubricant used on gaskets for mechanical fittings must be non-petroleum based.

D. Run piping concealed in areas with suspended ceilings, except as noted on the drawings.

E. Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings: Provide in accordance with NFPA 13, except as modified herein. Steel piping shall be Schedule 10 AND/OR 40 per ASTM A53 for sizes less than 2-1/2 inches (101.6 mm) and Schedule 10 or 40 per ASTM A53 for sizes 2-1/2 inches (101.6 mm) and larger. ASTM A135, Schedule 40 piping may be used for pipe sizes less than 2 ½ inches (63.5 mm).

1. Standard Installation:

a. Nominal pipe sizes 4 inches or larger: Schedule 10 or 40 Pipe meeting ASTM A-53, A-

135 or A-795 with factory- or field-formed, roll-grooved for Schedule 10 or 40 ends, or cut-grooved for Schedule 40 ends.

b. For connections between 4 inch and larger pipes the requirements are as follows.

1) Grooved pipe couplings and fittings for grooved pipe.

2) Outlet coupling with screwed connection for grooved pipe.

c. For connection between 2-1/2 inch and larger pipes to pipes smaller than 4 inches the requirement is as follows.

1) Welded outlet with screwed connection or threaded coupling or fittings.

d. Nominal pipe sizes smaller than 4-inches: Schedule 40 Pipe meeting ASTM A-53, A-135, and A-795 with factory- or field-formed threaded ends:

e. For connections to and between pipes less than 4 inches the requirement is as follows.

1) Threaded pipe couplings and fittings only.

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2. Pressure ratings: Pressure ratings of all fittings and gaskets shall meet or exceed maximum working pressures available within the system.

3. Corrosion protection: All piping and hangers where exposed to the weather or installed in a corrosive atmosphere shall be protected against corrosion.

4. Pipe and Hanger Supports: Provide pipe supports, hangers, and clamps conforming to NFPA 13 and listed by UL or approved by FM.

5. Joint Construction

a. Branch outlet mechanical fittings and clamp type fittings are not permitted.

b. Procedures for welding outlets shall be in strict conformance with the welding requirements of NFPA 13, including submission of welding certifications. Welding shall not be performed on site.

c. Threaded Joints: Comply with NFPA 13 for pipe thickness and threads. Do not thread pipe with wall thickness less than Schedule 40.

d. Grooved Joints and Fittings: Assemble joints and fittings with listed coupling and gasket, lubricant, and bolts from same manufacturer. Fittings and attached couplings shall be from the same manufacturer.

e. Steel Pipe: Square-cut or roll-groove piping as indicated. Use grooved-end fittings and rigid, grooved-end-pipe couplings, unless otherwise indicated.

F. Rubber-gasketed, grooved-end pipe and fittings with mechanical couplings shall only be permitted in pipe sizes 4 inches (101.6 mm) and larger.

G. Use of restriction orifices, reducing flanges, unions, and plain-end fittings will not be permitted.

H. The corrosion resistance ratio of pipe and fitting method shall not be less than 0.95.

I. Pipe Hangers and Supports: Provide in accordance with NFPA 13.

J. Identification Signs: Attach properly lettered approved metal or polycarbonate signs conforming to NFPA 13 to each valve and alarm device. Polycarbonate signs shall be red with engraved white letters. Signs at valves shall describe the sprinkler zone it controls and state that the valve is to remain open. Permanently affix design data nameplate to the riser of each system.

K. Inspector's Test Connection: Provide test connections no higher than 6 ft (1.83)m above the floor for each sprinkler system or portion of each sprinkler system equipped with an alarm device; locate at the [hydraulically most remote part of each system and at the] control valve/drain assembly. Provide combination drain valve and test connection. Discharge shall be readily visible from the inspector's test connection, either by direct observation of the discharge or through a sight glass. Discharge shall be piped to either an open building drain or to the outside. Drainage and test valves shall be bronze globe, angle, or gate valves.

L. Drains: Provide drain piping to discharge at safe points outside the building or to sight cones attached to drains of adequate size to readily receive the full flow from each drain under maximum pressure.

All drain piping is to be galvanized. Provide auxiliary drains as required by NFPA 13. Splash guards are to be provided where necessary at discharge outlets.

M. Pipe Sleeves and Seals. Provide where piping passes through walls, floors, roofs and partitions.

Provide clearance between exterior of piping and interior of sleeve in accordance with NFPA 13. See Section 078413 Penetration Firestopping, for sleeves and seals through fire-rated assemblies. Secure sleeves in proper position and location during construction. Provide sleeves of sufficient length to pass through the entire thickness of walls, floors, roofs, and partitions.

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1. Sleeves in Masonry and Concrete Walls, Floors, and Roofs: Provide ASTM A53, Schedule 40, zinc-coated steel pipe sleeves. Sleeves in floors shall project 4 inches (101.6 mm) above finished floors to prevent seepage.

2. Sleeves in Partitions and Other than Masonry and Concrete Walls, Floors and Roofs: Sleeves shall be constructed from either zinc-coated schedule 40 steel pipe or zinc-coated 26 gauge steel sheet.

N. Escutcheon Plates: Provide one piece or split-hinge-type metal plates for piping passing through floor, walls, and ceilings in exposed and concealed areas. Provide chromium-plated or color-coordinated metal plates where pipe passes through finished ceilings. Securely anchor plates in proper position. Provide sprinkler escutcheon plates to match sprinkler head finish.

2.3 SPRINKLER HEADS

A. Provide quick response sprinklers in offices and all other areas where their use is listed or approved.

Heads located within the air streams of unit heaters or other heat-emitting equipment or skylights shall be selected for proper temperature rating.

B. Heads shall have a nominal ½ inch (12.7 mm) orifice. Corrosion-resistant sprinkler heads shall be installed where they are exposed to the weather, moisture or corrosive vapors. Heads installed where they might receive mechanical injury or are less than 7 feet (2.13 m) above the floor level, shall be protected with approved guards in accordance with NFPA 13. Provide finish as indicated.

2.4 VALVES

A. Provide valves as required by NFPA 13 and types UL listed or FM approved for fire protection service.

B. Check Valves: Check valves shall be clear-opening, swing-check type, with a bronze or stainless steel seat ring and a EPDM rubber clapper facing.

C. Butterfly valves: Butterfly valves are permitted only for pipe sizes of 4 inches (100 mm) and smaller.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Equipment, materials, installation, workmanship, examination, inspection and testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 13, except as modified herein. Install piping straight and true to bear evenly on hangers and supports. Install piping as close to the ceiling as possible, without interfering with other equipment and construction. Nipples shall be perpendicular to ceilings.

B. Accurately align sprinkler heads in suspended ceilings symmetrically with diffusers, lights, and ceiling tiles. Install sprinkler heads in the center of the ceiling tiles unless directed otherwise.

C. Keep the interior and ends of all piping affected by Contractor's operations thoroughly clean of water and foreign matter by means of plugs or other approved methods. Inspect piping before placing into position. All pipe, fittings, and gaskets are to be cleaned of oil prior to installation.

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3.2 FIELD TESTING AND FLUSHING

A. At the discretion of the AHJ, an air pressure test may be required prior to filling the system with water.

B. Hydrostatic tests shall be conducted at the greater of 200 psi (1379 kPa) or the normal system pressure plus 50 psi (345 kPa) for a 2 hour period with no leakage or reduction in gage pressure. Hydrostatic test pressures shall not be maintained on the system overnight. Flush piping with potable water in accordance with NFPA 13.

C. Preliminary Tests and Procedures: Test the alarms and other devices. Test the water flow alarms by flowing water through the inspector's test connection. [Prior to the hydrostatic test, perform an air test on the system.] [In areas where piping will be concealed by ceilings, walls, or other construction before the system is complete and ready for final testing, the preliminary hydrostatic test shall be conducted prior to piping being concealed. This test shall be witnessed by the AHJ. When all tests and procedures are completed and corrections made, submit a signed and dated certificate, similar to that specified in NFPA 13, with a request for formal inspection and tests.

D. Formal Inspection and Tests: At this time, all piping sprinklers, and other system components shall be in-place and all adjustments to the system completed. The AHJ shall be notified by the sprinkler contractor and shall witness all tests and approve all systems before they are accepted. Submit a request for a formal inspection at least five working days prior to the date the inspection is to take place. A competent representative of the sprinkler installer shall be present during testing and inspection. As-built drawings shall be on-site for the inspection. At this inspection, the system shall be hydrostatically tested. Any or all of the required tests shall be conducted by the Contractor at his own expense and additional tests made until it has been demonstrated that the systems comply with all contract requirements. The Contractor shall furnish all appliances, equipment, instruments, connecting devices and personnel for the tests. Any costs incurred by the SI for repeat tests, due to the failure of the Contractor to adequately demonstrate that the system complies with the contract requirements, shall be borne by the Contractor.

END OF SECTION 211313

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SECTION 211316 – DRY-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes dry-type sprinkler system; system shall be designed in accordance with NFPA 13 for installation, certification, and testing.

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:

A. Scope: Every item of labor, materials, devices and appurtenances for a Dry Sprinkler System in accordance with the above standards. The work shall include all valves, connecting piping, flow switches, backflow preventers, sprinklers, etc. This Contractor shall verify all NST valve threads, connections, etc., with the local Fire Department. All equipment and components parts shall be Underwriters Listed and/or Factory Mutual approved.

B. Before any piping or equipment is installed, this Contractor shall submit appropriate drawings, calculations and equipment specifications to the Authorities having jurisdiction and obtain their approval. A copy of the Authorities’ letter of approval shall be furnished, along with submittals, to the Architect-Engineer and the Owner. All work shall be subject to installation, testing and inspection requirements of the Authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Fire Flow Tests: As soon as practical after award of contract, and prior to the ordering, fabrication, or installation of any work, or the preparation of installation or approval drawings, this Contractor shall make necessary arrangements to have flow tests made to determine the adequacy of the water supply system. Any revisions or adjustments to the systems as indicated on the drawings which are necessitated by the results of the flow test (and which changes are required to obtain approval by the Authorities having jurisdiction) shall be made subject to the Owner’s approval and the contract price adjusted accordingly.

D. The layout of the Fire Protection System shall be as indicated on the Construction Drawings. The group hazard classifications are indicated on the floor plans.

E. Provide all devices, valves, switches, etc. as necessary to interface sprinkler system with building fire and smoke alarm system.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate layout of finished ceiling areas indicating sprinkler locations coordinated with ceiling installation. Indicate detailed pipe layout, hangers and supports, sprinklers, components and accessories. Indicate system controls.

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B. Product Data: Submit data on sprinklers, valves, pumps, compressors and specialties, including manufacturers catalog information. Submit performance ratings, rough-in details, weights, support requirements, and piping connections.

C. Design Data: Submit design calculations.

D. Delegated Design: Design sprinkler system(s), including comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified NICET Level III or IV Technician or a registered professional Fire Protection Engineer. Installation shall be performed by a certified sprinkler contractor or a specialist who is experienced in the design and installation of automatic sprinkler systems (minimum 3 years).

1. Contractor shall determine or obtain available fire-hydrant flow test records and indicate the following conditions on the shop drawings:

a. Date:

b. Time:

c. Performed by:

d. Location and elevation of Residual Fire Hydrant R:

e. Location and elevation of Flow Fire Hydrant F:

f. Static Pressure at Residual Fire Hydrant R:

g.