B08_Attachment_1_General_Specifications.pdf

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

PMIS 248830

Lynch and Kennedy Building Fire Sprinkler Protection 3/7/2024

KLGO 248830 Division 1 Specifications

DIVISION 1 SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Processing Time: Allow 14 days from when the Contracting Officer’s Representative receives a submittal by email from the Contractor. When the submittal review is completed an e-mail notification will be sent to the Contractor. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including re-submittals.

B. Approved Components:

1. For each item proposed as "believed to meet specifications", submit supporting data, including:

- Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

- Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

- Manufacturer’s literature.

C. Electronic Submittals: Transmit all submittals except color samples in .pdf format with form DSC-16. Standard submittals shall be legible when printed at 8.5x11 size. All shop drawings must be legible when printed at 11x17 size.

D. Identification: Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

1. Submittal number shall use a sequential number (e.g., .001). Re-submittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., .001.A).

E. Re-submittals: Make re-submittals using the same process used with the initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in the title block on the CM-16E and clearly indicate the extent of revision.

3. Re-submit submittals until they are marked “Approved” or “Approved with notations”.

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1.3 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S ACTION

A. General: Submittals will be disapproved without technical review if identification information is missing, not filled in, or if placed on the back of the submittal; an incorrect format of submittals is provided; the transmittal form is incorrectly filled out;

submittals are not coordinated; or submittals do not show evidence of Contractor’s approval.

1. Any work done or orders for materials or services placed before approval shall be at the Contractor’s own risk.

B. Action Submittals: Contracting Officer will review each submittal, generate comments on corrections or modifications required, and indicate the appropriate action on the CM-16E Transmittal Form. The submittal will be marked in one of three ways as defined below:

1. APPROVED: Acceptable with no corrections.

2. APPROVED WITH NOTATIONS: Minor corrections or clarifications required. All comments are clear and no further review is required. The Contractor shall address all review comments when proceeding with the work.

3. DISAPPROVED - RESUBMIT: Rejected as not in accordance with the contract or as requiring major corrections or clarifications. The Contracting Officer will identify the reasons for disapproval. The Contractor shall revise and resubmit with changes clearly identified.

1.4 SAFETY

A. Contractor shall have a safety program that meets all federal, state, and local requirements.

B. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project.

Comply with contract clause entitled "Accident Prevention". In case of conflicts between Federal, State, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

C. Qualifications of Employees:

1. All employees must be physically qualified and able to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. Do not allow employees to perform work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of prescription or illegal drug use, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

3. Operators of vehicles, manlifts, etc. shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be fully capable of operating such equipment.

Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

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D. ACCIDENT REPORTING: A project reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, fires, and property damage by accident in excess of $100. Notify Contracting Officer immediately in the event of a reportable accident. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to Contracting Officer an Accident/Property Damage Report (Form CM-22).

Form may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

E. SAFETY MEETINGS

1. Prior to beginning work, have a safety meeting with all personnel and the COR to review the Accident Prevention Plan.

2. As a minimum, conduct daily 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings.

F. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY: Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). No smoking within 50 ft of buildings

1.5 SCHEDULE: Submit schedule for review and approval. Schedule must be submitted prior to the Notice to Proceed.

1.6 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA: Submit components of the system, servicing requirements, record drawings, inspection data, test reports, replacement part numbers and availability, location and contact information for service.

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Lynch and Kennedy Building Fire Sprinkler Protection Performance Specification

Fire Sprinkler Protection Performance Specification

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE DESCRIPTION

A. Provide a complete NFPA 13 dry automatic fire sprinkler system for the existing KLGO Lynch

1.2 and Kennedy Building in Skagway, Alaska, hydraulically calculated to protect the building, complete and in operating order. This fire protection system shall be in compliance with the contract documents, applicable codes and standards, as well as the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Sprinklers shall be installed throughout the building interiors including the attic area above the building, utilizing systems compatible with the specific application.

LOCATION

A. The buildings are located in Skagway, Alaska, on 306 Broadway St. and owned by the National Park Service (NPS), Klondike Gold Rush National Park (KLGO). For contracting information contact Tyler Groves. Email tyler_groves@nps.gov or telephone number (907) 202-0274.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

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A. Equipment and materials shall be approved for their designed use and performance. The term “approved” shall mean Underwrites Laboratories (UL) or Factory Mutual (FM) listed and acceptable to the approval authorities.

B. The authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) for fire protect is the National Park Service Alaska Regional Structural Fire Management Officer, Alan Wetzel. Email alan_wetzel@nps.gov or telephone number (907) 644-3414.

C. The term “COR” as used within this specification refers to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

D. The term “Contractor” as used within this specification refers to the fire sprinkler system and plumbing subcontractor(s).

CODES AND STANDARDS

A. International Building Code: Version - Aug 2023, https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IBC2024P1/new-design-for-the-2024-international-codes

B. International Fire Code: Version - Version - Oct 2023, https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2024P1

C. International Mechanical Code: Version - Jul 2024, https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IBC2024P1/ new-design-for-the-2024-international-codes

D. Uniform Plumbing Code: https://assist.dla.mil

E. NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems: Edition - 2022, https://www.nfpa.org/ codes-and-standards/nfpa-13-standard-development/13

F. NFPA 25, Water-Based Fire Protection Systems: Edition - 2023, https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-25-standard-development/25

G. NFPA 70, National Electric Code (NEC): Edition - 2023, https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/ nfpa-70-standard-development/70

H. NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code: Edition - 2022, https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-72-standard-development/72

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1.5

I. NFPA 291, Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants:

Edition - 2022, https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-291-standard-development/291

J. ASCE Standard 7, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures: Edition - 2022, https://www.asce.org/publications-and-news/asce-7

REFERENCES

1.6

A. AWWA C510 Backflow Prevention Assembly: Edition - 2017, https://www.awwa.org/portals/0/ files/publications/documents/standards/c510-17lookinside.pdf

B. USC University of Southern California: Foundation for Cross-connection Control and Hydraulic

Research. No date, https://fccchr.usc.edu/

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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A. All work shall be performed with extreme care to avoid damage to existing materials to remain or materials to be removed and reinstalled. Where “hot work” (open flame, grinding, welding, brazing, smelting) is required the Contractor shall apply for, and have on site at all times, a valid National Park Service hot work permit.ITM Hot Work Permit form HW-1

B. Provide complete interface with electrical/transformer rooms and areas in compliance with the NEC. Apply the following practices:

1. Route no piping through electrical rooms with the following exceptions:

a. Branch piping supplying sprinklers protecting the electrical room. Note: This branch piping shall not exit the electrical room to supply additional sprinklers outside the room.

2. No piping shall be routed above electrical panels in compliance with the NEC.

3. Baffles, as described in NFPA 13, shall be provided to prevent direct sprinkler discharge onto electrical panels.

C. Provide complete interface with building smoke and fire alarm system.

D. Provide valve supervision and water flow alarms and trouble signal monitoring system and shall automatically transmit to an approved station in accordance with the International Fire Code.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work shall comply with the applicable requirements of this specification and the codes, standards, and entities identified in this specification, and applicable state and local codes.

B. Unless otherwise noted, this is substantially a "performance" specification.

C. Minimum qualifications of the contractor/subcontractor shall include the following:

1. Specialist Firm: Company specializing in automatic fire protection/sprinkler systems, possessing a minimum of three years’ experience with systems similar in nature to the type specified herein.

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2. Shop Drawings: Shall be prepared by a person with a minimum certification of level II or higher National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), in Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Layout.

3. Equipment and components: Bear the "UL" label or the "FM" approval marking.

4. Maintain a complete stock of replacement parts.

5. Maintain an office and telephone, with authorized representatives of the Fire Protection Contractor's firm, including the Designated Project Mechanical Sprinkler Supervisor, with a physical presence and address in Alaska.

D. Backflow Prevention: Installation and testing by a certified backflow assembly tester, in accordance with the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).

1.8 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor shall provide an automatic water-based dry pipe fire protection system.

B. Sprinkler System:

1. The system shall provide the minimum coverage mandated by NFPA 13.

2. The sprinkler system in the crawl space can be abandoned if the new system coverage is sufficient.

3. The Fire protection sprinkler heads on the outside of the building can be abandoned, they were used when the building next door did not have fire protection.

4. Sprinkler piping shall be routed concealed above ceiling throughout the structures.

5. Coverage shall be provided for the Lynch and Kennedy building attic, 1st/2nd floor and the space in between buildings, .

C. Coverage for the crawlspace under both buildings will not be provided. The sprinkler system water flow rate will be increased in accordance with NFPA-13 in-lieu of sprinkling this concealed combustible space.

D. The contractor shall locate the fire department connection (FDC) and dry system auxiliary “drum drip” drains where indicated in the architectural sketches included with this Scope of Work document.

8. Commercial grade pendent and/or sidewall sprinklers shall be provided.

9. The sprinkler riser main drain and inspector’s test valve discharge shall be routed to the exterior of the building where indicated in the architectural sketches included with this Scope of Work document. The inspector’s test valve shall be terminated with a smooth-bore, corrosion-resistant outlet. Contractor shall provide a splash block or riprap below the discharge outlet of all drain outlets to prevent erosion.

10. Contractor shall provide and install a spare sprinkler box, near the riser, that contains spare sprinkler heads of all head types used in the system; the number of which shall be in accordance with NFPA 13, and a sprinkler wrench.

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12. Sprinkler system drawings shall include materials, accessories, and equipment inside and outside building, to include all fittings, valves, sprinklers, specialty items, and appurtenances required for a complete and operable water-based fire suppression system to provide system complete and ready to use.

13. Contractor shall provide NFPA 13 compliant labels and signs for all system control valves and drains.

14. The Contractor shall attach an NFPA 13 compliant hydraulic design plate to the system riser.

C. Water Supply:

1. The building water supply is supplied by the Municipality of Skagway Public Works. The following water flow and pressure information was measured in the mechanical room at

1067 GPM.

1.9 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Division 01.

B. Submit contractor’s qualifications, proof of 3 years’ experience under this contractor's firm name, and references for at least 5 projects in Alaska of similar type, size, and complexity.

C. Submit a copy of NICET Level II or higher certification and resume.

D. Submit shop drawings and hydraulic calculations concurrently to the COR for review. These must include the NICET certification or stamp of a licensed professional engineer as described above.

E. Submit backflow assembly tester UPC certificate. Submit letter of certification for installation signed by tester.

F. Submit all written reviews and contractor responses to reviews to the COR.

G. Submit product data, and sprinkler head layout. Sprinkler head layout shall be reviewed by the COR. Additional sprinklers as required shall be added at no additional cost to the contract.

H. Shop Drawings shall include the following information in compliance with NFPA 13:

1. Name of Owner, occupant and Building Permit Number.

2. Location, including street address and legal description.

3. Point of compass.

4. Fire Department Connections.

5. All necessary controlling equipment.

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6. Location of water source, type, routing, depth of bury and size of supply piping. Identify location and size of city main and whether it is dead-end or circulating loop, and distance to the flow data test hydrant.

7. All distribution system piping and outlets. Include pipe and fitting types.

8. Location, make, model, size, and power requirements of dry pipe system air compressor, air maintenance device, alarm pressure switch as well as the holding capacity, in gallons, for the dry pipe system.

9. Reflected ceiling plan showing ceiling heights, construction type, proposed location and type of sprinkler heads, and other ceiling devices such as HVAC diffusers, type and location of light fixtures, etc.

10. Interference control between sprinkler system and other trades.

11. Full height cross section.

12. Location of partitions. Identification of full height walls and draft stops.

13. Location and size of unsprinklered concealed spaces.

14. Identification of unheated areas.

15. Water Flow Test Results; include testing agency; time, date and location of test; actual pitot reading at flow hydrant; and equipment used to perform the test.

16. Make, model, Type, orifice, finish and Temperature rating of sprinklers and their respective locations.

17. On systems that are hydraulically calculated, indicate the square footage area protected by each system.

18. Hydraulic node points.

19. Make, model, and size of all fire protection control valves, alarm valves, and check valves.

20. Identify low point drain and inspector test stations.

21. Indicate the type and location of all piping hangers and equipment supports.

22. Indicate the type and location of all seismic bracing and restraint.

23. Make, model, size, and locations of all pipe couplings, fittings and flanges.

24. Make, model, size, power requirement, and location of alarm bells, buzzers, detectors, and/or alarm panels.

25. Provisions for flushing.

26. Name, address and telephone number of the contractor. If drawings are by a separate firm, include the name address and telephone number of the facility.

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27. Complete legend of all abbreviations and symbols indicated.

28. Complete schedule of all room occupancies.

29. Location of all structural penetrations.

30. Note the location of all "exposed" piping.

31. Valve Supervision Alarm:

a. Make and model on all supervisory switches, alarm and monitoring panel.

b. Shop drawing and wire diagram of alarm system.

c. Location of alarm annunciator, or remote monitoring method to be utilized for offsite monitoring.

1.10 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION AND RECORD DRAWINGS

A. Submit under provisions of Division 01.

B. Provide a complete building floor plan showing all system control valves, drain stations, air compressors, alarm and control panels, test valves, and other primary fire protection devices.

Indicate all sprinkler zones, boundaries, and types of systems. Submit this plan prior to substantial completion for review by the COR.

C. Include step by step instructions to place the fire protection system in service as well as to take it out of service. Provide complete maintenance information of all primary fire protection equipment, including valves, fittings, and sprinklers. Identify equipment indicating whether devices are replacement items or repairable. Provide parts list and suppliers for repairable items. Include complete detailed "Record Drawings" and record calculations of the fire protection sprinkler system.

D. Install one copy of the record hydraulic calculations and shop drawings in a metal sleeve box on the wall near the fire sprinkler riser.

E. Provide 1 original copy of NFPA 25 in each O&M manual.

F. The contractor shall maintain current and up-to-date "Record Drawings" of the fire protection system at the job site, in accordance with Division 01. Significant changes in piping due to onsite coordination with other trades will require recalculation to confirm adequate pipe sizing.

1.11 REVIEWS, APPROVALS, AND PERMITS

A. Contractor shall submit for approval to the COR calculations, and other information for the dry pipe sprinkler system prior to beginning any work.

B. Comply with all review comments, revising the system drawings as required, and resubmitting in a timely manner, so as not to hinder the construction schedule.

C. Obtain and pay for all required permits, inspections, tests, and approvals as required by the

AHJ.

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1.12 WATER FLOW INFORMATION, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS, SEISMIC CALCULATIONS

A. Obtain and verify the water supply Static Pressure, and Residual Pressure at full flow of the test hydrant, at a time of day, during the peak demand on the system, at the point of connection to the water utility system or at a nearby point acceptable to the approval authority. Obtain this data from actual flow test. Identify the testing agency and the source of the test data.

B. The test shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA 291, Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants.

C. Hydraulic Calculations shall be accomplished in compliance with the procedures established in NFPA 13. In addition to minimum NFPA 13 standards, a minimum 15% pressure buffer is required of the system. Where local authorities require additional buffer, the contractor shall comply with the more demanding requirement.

D. Hydraulic Calculations accomplished by computer program for submittal shall be accompanied by a complete legend of the abbreviations, nodes, and symbols utilized on the computer readout.

E. Hydraulic Calculations shall clearly identify the following:

1. System type, sprinkler "K" factor, and "C" factor.

2. Pipe and fittings type.

3. Fitting Equivalent Length chart which complies with the "C" factor and pipe type.

4. NFPA hazard designation, Design Density and size of the Design Remote Area.

5. The Elevation of the "highest" sprinkler.

6. The available water supply and system demand at the point of connection to the water supply, indicated on a logarithmic graph. Include hose demands.

F. Seismic Calculations shall clearly identify the following:

1. Type, length and size of brace.

2. Angle allowed of brace.

3. Maximum horizontal load of brace.

4. Brace attachment to structure and load rating.

5. Brace attachment to pipe and load rating.

6. Calculated load to be braced.

1.13 COORDINATION REQUIRED

A. The contractor shall examine the structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical and all other drawings relating to the building and plan his work accordingly. They shall check and verify all dimensions at the site before fabricating any portion of the system. Any discrepancies in piping

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1.14

B. Should any Structural penetrations for piping be required they shall be identified and details of those penetrations shall be brought to the attention of the COR for approval within seven days of the discovered conflict. Structural members which are damaged cut or penetrated without approval shall be replaced at no additional expense to the Government.

C. Dry Pipe Sprinkler System shall produce sprinkler flow at the most remote sprinkler, within

60 seconds of system actuation.

MATERIALS HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. Deliver, store, protect, and handle products to the site under provisions of Division 01. Deliver and store valves in manufacturer packaging with labeling in place. Prior to installation, piping onsite shall be wrapped with protective wrapping. Valves, piping, materials, and equipment shall be clean and new when system is accepted by the Government.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

2.2

A. Provide only new materials and equipment, which are standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of fire protection equipment.

B. All products shall bear the "UL" label or "FM" listing and be specifically approved for fire protection application where they are used.

C. Products shall be of domestic origin and manufacture.

COMMON MANUFACTURERS – FIRE PROTECTION VALVES AND EQUIPMENT

A. Ames

B. Tyco.

C. Potter Electric.

D. Potter Roemer.

E. Victaulic.

F. Grinnell.

G. Milwaukee.

H. Substitutions: Division 01 - Product Requirements.

2.3 VALVES

A. Gate Valves:

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1. Up to and including 2 inches: Bronze body and trim, rising stem, hand wheel, solid wedge or disc, threaded ends.

2. Over 2 inches: Iron body, bronze trim, rising stem pre-grooved for mounting tamper switch, hand wheel, OS&Y, solid bronze or cast iron wedge, flanged ends.

B. Globe or Angle Valves:

1. Up to and including 2 inches: Bronze body, bronze trim, rising stem and hand wheel, inside screw, renewable rubber disc, threaded ends, with back seating capacity.

C. Ball Valves:

1. Up to and including 2 inches: Bronze two piece body, brass, chrome plated bronze, or stainless steel ball, Teflon seats and stuffing box ring, lever handle, solder ends.

2. Over 2 inches: Manufacturers: Cast steel body, chrome plated steel ball, Teflon seat and stuffing box seals, lever handle, flanged.

D. Butterfly Valves:

1. Bronze Body: Stainless steel disc, resilient replaceable seat, threaded or grooved ends, extended neck, hand wheel and gear drive and integral indicating device, and built-in tamper proof switch rated 10 amps at 115 volt AC.

E. Check Valves:

1. Up to and including 2 inches: Bronze body and swing disc, rubber seat, threaded ends.

2. Over 2 inches: Iron body, bronze trim, swing check with rubber disc, renewable disc and seat, flanged ends.

3. 4 inches: Iron body, bronze disc with stainless steel spring, resilient seal, threaded, wafer, or flanged ends.

F. Drain Valves:

1. Compression Stop: Bronze with hose thread nipple and cap.

2. Ball Valve: Brass with cap and chain, 3/4 inch hose thread.

2.4 VALVES AND ALARMS ASSEMBLIES

A. Dry Pipe Sprinkler Systems:

1. Dry Pipe Valve:

a. Resettable Dry Pipe Valve, complete with all required trimmings, including inlet and outlet pressure gauges and main drain that discharges outside. Tyco DPV -1 and Victaulic Firelock NXT believed to meet specifications.

b. Pressure Switch: To signal system discharge. Potter Electric Model PS-10 believed to meet specifications.

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c. Low Air Alarm Switch: To signal low air pressure in the dry pipe fire protection system. Potter Electric Model PS-40-2 and others believed to meet specifications.

d. Accelerator: As required. Compatible with the Dry Pipe Valve. Central Model A, with trim and others believed to meet specifications.

e. Air Maintenance Device: As required, compatible with specified dry pipe systems and specified air supply, Victaulic Firelock Series 757 and others believed to meet specifications.

f. Air Compressor: Oil-less and tank mounted as required. Sized as required by NFPA 13 standards and compatible with available power. UL 1450 Listed for use with fire sprinkler protection systems. Provided with horizontal floor mounted tank with minimum 15 gallon holding capacity. General Air Products OLT Plus and others believed to meet specifications.

B. All electrical alarm and control wiring will be connected to the fire alarm panel and programmed if necessary .

2.5 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS

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A. COMMON MANUFACTURERS - BACKFLOW PREVENTERS

1. Ames.

2. Watts.

3. Hersey.

4. Cla-Val.

5. Febco.

6. Substitutions: Division 01 - Product Requirements.

B. G eneral: Backflow preventers shall conform to the applicable requirements of AWWA C510.

Furnish a certificate of Full Approval or a current Certificate of Approval for each drawing, size, and make of backflow preventer being provided for the project. The certificate shall be from the Foundation for Cross- Connection Control and Hydraulic Research, University of Southern California, and shall attest that this design, size, and make of backflow preventer has satisfactorily passed the complete sequence of performance testing and evaluation for the respective level of approval. A Certificate of Provisional Approval is not acceptable in lieu of the above. IAPMO (UPC) approved.

C. Double Check Valve Assemblies: ANSI/ASSE 1012; Bronze body (3" and smaller) or FDA approved epoxy coated cast iron body (4" and larger) with bronze or stainless steel internal parts and stainless steel springs; two independently operating check valves with intermediate atmospheric vent with two gate valves and strainer.

PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

A. Conform to NFPA 13.

B. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 1/2 to 1-1/2 inch: Copper ring, adjustable swivel, split ring.

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C. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 2 inch and Over: Carbon steel ring, adjustable, copper plated

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

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

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

G. Vertical Support: Angle ring.

H. Floor Support: Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support.

I. Copper Pipe Support: Carbon steel ring, adjustable, copper plated. Acceptable product for Tribal Hall Room 101 ceiling sprinkler supports: Hinge Hanger or Extension Ring Hanger. Avoid Clevis, swivel ring, and band type hangers

2.7 PIPING

A. Dry Pipe Sprinkler Systems:

1. Steel Pipe:

a. Schedule 40, galvanized.

b. Threaded pipe fitting for this system shall be cast iron 125# ANSI B16.4 or malleable iron 150# ANSI B16.3.

c. Grooved fittings shall be Victaulic, Gruvlok, or equal, galvanized. Couplings and mechanical tees shall be standard painted Victaulic, Gruvlok, or equal.

d. Contractor shall follow the manufacturer's suggested methods to prepare, carefully, the ends for these fittings to prevent leakage or system breakdown.

B. All piping between the fire protection system connection to the potable water supply and the fire protection backflow prevention device shall be Type L Copper or Galvanized piping.

2.8 PIPE FLANGES

A. Pipe flanges for this system shall be Cast Iron Class 125# ANSI B16.5.

2.9 ELECTRIC ALARM

A. test existing alarm after completion of install.

2.10 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION

A. Provide 4" two 2-½" female threaded hose connections. Coordinate thread type with local fire department.

1. All exposed surfaces to be rough bronze.

2. Connection to be complete with ½" automatic ball drip.

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3. Escutcheon Plate to be labeled AUTO SPRINKLER.

4. Provide signage over the FDC as required by the NPS.

2.11 SPRINKLERS

A. Provide sprinklers as required by NFPA 13 standards and in compliance with the IBC chapter 9 for the entire project. Sprinkler finish and style as follows:

B. Common Manufacturers:

1. Tyco

2. Reliable.

3. Victaulic.

4. Viking

5. Substitutions: Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

C. Suspended Ceiling Type:

1. Type: Quick Response, semi-recessed pendant type with matching escutcheon plate.

2. Finish: White in white ceilings. Ceiling finishes in the building will be white.

3. Escutcheon Plate Finish: Match sprinkler

4. Fusible Link: Glass bulb type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

D. Exposed Area Type:

1. Type: Quick response upright type.

2. Finish: Brass.

3. Fusible Link: Glass bulb type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

E. Side wall Type:

1. Type: Quick response semi-recessed horizontal side wall type with matching escutcheon plate.

2. Finish: Brass on wood finish walls, chrome on painted surfaces.

3. Escutcheon Plate Finish: Match sprinkler

4. Fusible Link: Glass bulb type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

F. Guards: Finish to match sprinkler finish.

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G. Sprinklers above ceilings, in crawlspace and throughout mechanical service areas shall be bronze finish, standard spray, upright or pendant type.

H. Sidewall sprinklers shall be bronze finish in all service areas, and throughout all public areas.

I. Sprinkler Guards shall be of the same manufacturer and finish as the sprinkler which they are to be installed on. Red guards are acceptable for bronze sprinklers only.

J. Sprinklers of correct temperature rating shall be installed according to NFPA 13.

K. Provide sprinkler wrenches for each type of sprinkler.

L. Spare sprinkler cabinet to be red sheet steel manufactured by the same company that made the sprinklers. Size the cabinet in accordance with NFPA 13 standards. Provide sprinklers for the cabinet representative of the assortment provided for the system. Mount cabinet on the wall within 60" of the sprinkler control riser.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Install piping to conserve building space and route piping around access panels and openings.

Piping shall not restrict any access opening.

B. Install low point drain stations in accordance with NFPA 13 standards. Identify the location of drain and test stations with signs on access panels, ceiling panels, or walls adjacent to the station, visible from the floor. Discharge all test pipes and system main drain to outside.

Coordinate discharge point with Government's field representative.

C. Provide seismic protection for the piping system in accordance with NFPA 13 standards. Attach bracing to structure with through bolts, washers, and nuts. Provide clearance at all structural penetrations. Provide oversized escutcheon plates or flexible connections where sprinklers penetrate non-frangible ceiling membranes.

D. Dry system piping shall be installed to allow full service and complete drainage of the entire system. All dry piping shall be sloped to accomplish this requirement.

E. Piping shall be concealed in all areas with finished ceilings.

F. Piping concealed in walls shall be secured to studs 48" - 60" above the floor.

G. Pipe penetrations through rated fire walls shall be sealed by a "UL" listed system utilizing fire rated caulking. Submit data in accordance with paragraph 1.9 Submittals of this document.

H. When piping is supported from manufactured structural members, the Installation of pipe hangers shall comply with truss manufacturer's recommendations for hanger attachments and loading.

I. When pipe hangers are attached to bar joist with wood top and bottom chords, chords shall be predrilled for fasteners, and fasteners shall maintain a minimum distance of 0'-6" from truss "panel points".

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J. Pipe hangers shall be "Rod and Ring" type hangers throughout. Piping hangers shall have a minimum of ½" of adjustment on each side of the hanger ring nut, to allow for piping grade adjustment in the future.

K. All "beam clamp" type fasteners shall be installed with retainer straps and locking nuts.

L. All Trapeze members shall be fastened to truss chords or structural members.

M. Provide isolation mounts for air compressor.

N. Installation of all valves and equipment shall comply with manufacturer's suggested installation practices and directions.

O. Provide tapping in water supply pipe just before the back flow preventer for 1-1/2 inch domestic water connection. Pipe tap shall be accessible in mechanical room.

3.2 SYSTEM TEST

A. Hydrostatically test the entire system in accordance with NFPA 13 standards.

B. Test all system alarm actuations and alarms.

C. Trip test dry pipe system to confirm system discharge time.

D. Perform main drain test.

E. 72-hour advance notice required for all tests to allow Government's field representative to witness these tests.

3.3 COMMISSIONING

A. Starting Procedures: Follow manufacturer’s written procedures. If no procedures are prescribed by manufacturer, proceed as follows:

1. Verify that specialty valves, trim, fittings, controls, and accessories have been installed correctly and operate correctly.

2. Verify that specified tests of piping are complete.

3. Check that damaged sprinklers and sprinklers with paint or coating not specified have been replaced with new, correct type of sprinklers.

4. Check that sprinklers are correct type, have correct finish and temperature ratings, and have guards where required for applications.

5. Energize circuits to electrical equipment and devices.

6. Adjust operating controls and pressure settings.

B. Coordinate with fire alarm system tests. Operate systems as required.

C. Complete “AKRO Structural Fire Final testing, Commissioning and Accreditation Check List” prior to Commissioning and final inspection/testing by the AKRO AHJ. Mark items not applicable or available in the building as such.

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1. Contractor is NOT responsible for completion of “life safety” portion of checklist, which will be completed by COR or designee.

2. Provide photographic documentation identified below, for NPS Fire Protection Engineer and/or AHJ to certify the system – at a minimum:

a. Sprinkler Riser – Top of Riser

b. Sprinkler Riser – Dry pipe valve (relatively close up showing gauges, switches, trim piping)

c. Sprinkler Riser – Backflow preventer

d. Sprinkler Riser – Hydraulic Calc plate(s)

e. Sprinkler Riser – main drain valve and discharge location

f. Sprinkler Riser – Spare sprinkler head box (interior, showing sprinklers and wrench)

g. Field Installation – Sprinkler main (typically pipe 2” or greater) showing pipe, hangar, seismic bracing, fittings (one picture per occupied area, attic, and crawlspace)

h. Field Installation – Sprinkler branch line (typically pipe <2”) showing pipe, hangar, fittings, and connection to sprinkler head (one picture for each type of sprinkler head used)

i. Auxiliary Drain – showing ball valve, plug, valve sign

j. Inspector’s Test Valve – showing ball valve, valve sign

k. Inspector’s Test discharge location (typically outside), showing the discharge orifice matching the sprinkler heads used

l. Other photographs as requested

D. After completion of Commissioning & Testing, Coordinate with COR and AHJ to facilitate final inspection and completion of the Certificate of Occupancy by AHJ (Form CO-1).

3.4 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. The fire protection contractor shall submit a written affidavit at the completion of the system, stating that the fire protection system as installed complies with all referenced codes and standards.

B. Furnish Written Guarantee to the Government, that materials installations are free from mechanical defects and guaranteeing to replace and repair any and all unsatisfactory and defective work and items, to the satisfaction of the Government, in a timely manner, for a period of one year after final acceptance of the building by the Government, and to be responsible for any damage caused to the premises for any such unsatisfactory work.

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C. The contractor shall respond with in reasonable time, not to exceed 15 days to repair or replace latent or hidden defects at such time as they are discovered.

D. Provide hydraulic placard on system riser. Placard shall indicate sprinkler demand and hose demand as separate numbers.

E. Provide a valve tag on each valve in the system indicating valve standard operation as “normally open” or “normally closed”. Provide vinyl valve indicator tags as manufactured by Seton or approved equal.

F. Post the results of the original main drain test and date performed on the system riser in a permanent fashion.

G. Contractor shall fully train the Government's designated maintenance engineer in the operation and maintenance of the entire fire protection system.

H. Provide O & M manuals with the following information:

1. A complete set of Record Drawings bearing the necessary approval signatures and showing the actual piping and head layout, sizes, etc. Highlight all points of manual operation including, but not limited to, drains, shut-off valves, and alarms. In the case that major deviations from the Working Plans submitted at the project onset occur, provide revised Hydraulic Calculations as described earlier in this specification.

Contracting Officer shall be the judge of whether deviations are major.

2. Hydraulic calculations.

3. Maintenance Data or product data for each fire protection system component specified.

4. Test Reports and Certificates include “Contractor’s Material & Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping” as described in NFPA 13.

5. NFPA 25 “Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection System.” Provide original copy; this copyrighted material may not be reproduced.

I. Provide a qualified representative to instruct the Government in use and maintenance of the system. Allow for two hours of instruction. Use the Record Drawings and Maintenance Manual to show the Owner the location and proper use of all points of manual operation.

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F. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY: Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). No smoking within 50 ft of buildings