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Attachment A Medicine Bow Substation Service Building - Specifications 04/30/2015

DE- SOL-0008566

MEDICINE BOW SUBSTATION

SERVICE BUILDING

Spec. No. 844

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

WYOMING

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

MEDICINE BOW SUBSTATION SERVICE BUILDING

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. CONTRACT REQUIREMENT

B. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1. Service Building

C. DECSRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM

1. Bidding Schedule item “Mobilization and preparatory work”

D. COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK

1. Commencement and Completion

2. Submittal Approval Time

3. Commencement of Control Work

4. Construction Schedule Restrictions

E. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

1. Submittal Time

2. Format and Detail

F. MATERIAL

1. Points-of-Delivery

2. Protection of Material

G. RIGHTS-OF-WAY

1. General

H. GEOLOGIC INVESTIGATIONS

I. ELECTRIC POWER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES

J. WATER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES

K. EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING

L. SUBMITTALS

1. General

2. Physical Sample Submittals

3. Submittal Response

4. Approval Time

DIVISION 2 – SITEWORK

A. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM

1. Bidding Schedule item “Demolition”

2. Bidding Schedule item “Site development”

3. Bidding Schedule item “Standard chain link fence”

4. Bidding Schedule does not contain separate items

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

A. GENERAL

1. Material

2. Test for Potential Reactivity of Sand and Coarse Aggregate

B. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEMS

1. Bidding Schedule item “Concrete swales”

2. Bidding Schedule item “Type “C” cable trench”

DIVISION 9 – SUBSTATION ELECTRICAL

A. GENERAL

1. Bidding Schedule for Government-furnished items

2. Bidding Schedule for items furnished by the Contractor

B. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEMS

1. Bidding Schedule item “Grounding system”

2. Bidding Schedule item “DC distribution panelboard”

3. Bidding Schedule item “Associated electrical equipment and material”

4. Bidding Schedule items “Furnishing 3/c No. 8 AWG cable”, “Furnishing 5/c No. 10 AWG control cable” and “Furnishing 12/c No. 10 AWG control cable”

5. Bidding Schedule items “Installing 3/c No. 8 AWG cable”, “Installing 5/c No. 10 AWG control cable” and “Installing 12/c No. 10 AWG control cable”

6. Bidding Schedule item “Vertical switchboard sections (Government-furnished)”

7. Bidding Schedule item “Station battery system (Government-furnished)”

8. Bidding Schedule item “Station battery chargers (Government-furnished)”

DIVISION 11 – SERVICE BUILDING

A. GENERAL

SECTION 00 24 00 – GENERAL

00 24 13 DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM

1. Bidding Schedule item “Service building”

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1. General

04 21 00 MASONRY VENEER

1. General

05 00 00 METALS

1. General

06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY

1. General

06 17 53 WOOD TRUSSES

1. General

08 11 00 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

1. General

09 69 00 ACCESS FLOORING

1. General

2. System Description

3. Structural System Performance Requirements

4. Electrical and Mechanical System Performance Requirements

5. Submittals

6. Material

7. Installation

SECTION 23 00 00 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 03 00 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

1. General

23 81 00 UNITARY AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT

1. General

2. Products

3. Execution

23 82 23 VENTILATION AND EXHAUST

1. General

2. Products

3. Execution

23 33 00 CONTROL DAMPER

1. General

2. Products

3. Execution

26 00 00 ELECTRICAL

1. General

26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

1. General

2. Drawings

3. Submittals

4. Cutting and Patching

5. Painting

6. Acceptance Demonstration

7. Cleanup

26 05 19 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

1. General

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

1. General

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

1. General

26 05 83 WIRING CONNECTIONS

1. General

2. Mounted Height

26 05 83.03 DOOR ALARMS

1. General

2. Material

3. Installation

26 06 20.16 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND CIRCUITS SCHEDULES

1. General

26 09 23 LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

1. Modular On/Off Dimming

26 24 00.16 PANELBOARDS

1. General

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES

1. Receptacles

2. Cover Plates

3. Circuit Breakers

26 51 13 INTERIOR LUMINAIRES, LAMPS, AND BALLASTS

1. Material

2. Illuminance

3. Installation

26 51 14 EXTERIOR LUMINAIRES, LAMPS, AND BALLASTS

1. Material

2. Illuminance

3. Installation

26 53 00 EXIT SIGNS

1. Material

2. Installation

26 54 00 CLASSIFIED LOCATION LIGHTING AND EQUIPMENT

1. General

26 54 00.01 BATTERY ROOM LIGHTING

1. Material

2. Installation

26 54 00.02 BATTERY ROOM EXIT SIGN AND EMERGENCY LIGHTS

1. Material

2. Installation

26 54 00.03 BATTERY ROOM EQUIPMENT

1. Material

SECTION 41 22 00 CRANE AND HOISTS

41 22 13.13 BRIDGE CRANE

1. General

2. Products

3. Execution

DIVISION 13 – ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PROTECTION

A. DESCRIPTION

1. Environmental Quality Protection

MEDICINE BOW SUBSTATION SERVICE BUILDING 2014

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. CONTRACT REQUIREMENT:

Construct and complete: Medicine Bow Substation – Service Building 2014 in accordance with the Construction Contract (Standard Form 1442); the Contract Clauses; Western’s Construction Standards, including Standard 1 – General Requirements (September 2013), Standard 2 – Sitework (September 2013), Standard 3 – Concrete (September 2013), Standard 9 – Substation – Electrical (September 2013), Standard 11 – Service Building (September 2013), Standard 12 – Painting (September 2013), Standard 13 – Environmental Quality Protection (September 2013), Standard 15

– Drawings (September 2013); Standard Drawings; and these Project Specifications and Drawings.

If a conflict occurs between the Project Specifications and the Construction Standards, the Project Specifications shall govern. The Project Specifications and the Drawings are used to take exceptions or provide additions to the Construction Standards. Some paragraphs in the Construction Standards will not apply to this job.

Western’s Construction Standards, Standard Drawings, and Electrical Equipment Standards are available at http://www.wapa.gov/business/buys.htm.

Western Project Specifications and Construction Standards are explained in Standard 1 – General Requirements, Section 1.1.1, “Standards and Project Specifications”.

B. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The principal components of work include site development, cable trench, electrical equipment, and other utility work associated with construction of Medicine Bow Substation – Service Building 2014.

Paragraphs “Description of Bidding Schedule Items” in Divisions – 1, 2, 3, 9, 11, 12, and 13 describe the work to be performed.

The work is located near Medicine Bow, Wyoming, as shown on Drawing MB 0015.

1. SERVICE BUILDING:

a. Constructing a site-built service building complete with electrical and mechanical systems.

b. Installing Government-furnished switchboards, cable termination cabinets, battery system, and battery chargers.

c. Providing a DC distribution panel board.

C. DECSRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Mobilization and preparatory work” includes the following:

a. Perform mobilization and preparatory work in accordance with Section H of the contract clauses.

b. Prepare and submit a Construction Schedule and a Safety and Health Program.

c. Provide a jobsite office trailer for the exclusive use of Western personnel prior to any jobsite work and the following:

(1) Relocation of the mobile office provided for Western, if the Contractor changes the construction office location of during the term of the contract.

(a) Install anchors, tie-downs, and electrical grounding.

(b) Provide stairways to trailer entryways in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements (29 C.F.R. § 1926.1052).

(c) Provide ADA compliant toilet next to the trailer.

(d) Arrange and pay for all costs to provide potable drinking water, electric power, heating, and cooling.

(2) Trailer Interior Requirements:

(a) 250-feet (minimum) consisting of one (1) office and one (1) workroom.

(b) HVAC units sized for volume of trailer furnished.

(c) LED lighting; color temperature ≥ 5000K, total illuminance ≥ 80 Lumens/feet.

(d) Arrange and pay for all costs to provide potable drinking water, electric power, heating, and cooling.

(e) Adjustable mini blinds over each window.

(3) Emergency Equipment: Provide and maintain the following emergency equipment:

(a) First aid kit mounted to workroom wall.

1) Affirmed Medical Model 3503 (or equal).

(b) Dry chemical fire extinguishers mounted to wall near each exit.

1) Classified 4-A:60-B:C.

(4) Office Furniture:

QUANTITY DESCRIPTION

5 Folding office chairs 1 Desk, 30”d x 60”w 2 Table, 30”d x 60”w 1 File cabinet, 5-drawer 1 Bookcase, 30”w x 13”d x 48”h

12 3-ring binders, 17” (Planhold #1CB-24 or equal) 1 Plan rack

D. COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK:

1. COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION: Begin work within 10-calendar days after date of receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP) and complete all work within 180-calendar days of same NTP date.

2. SUBMITTAL APPROVAL TIME: Except as otherwise provided for specific submittals, Western will require 20-calendar days for review of drawings or data submitted for approval.

3. COMMENCEMENT OF CONTROL WORK: Do not perform any control board work prior to receipt of Government-furnished wiring diagrams. Western will furnish switchboard wiring and schematic diagrams no sooner than (NST) 2-weeks after switchboard delivery. Include these restrictions in the Construction Program.

4. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE RESTRICTIONS: The following Construction Schedule restrictions shall apply:

a. Work week shall not exceed 60-hours unless approved by Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in advance.

E. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE:

1. SUBMITTAL TIME: Prepare and Submit a Construction Schedule to the Contracting Officer (CO) within 14-calendar days after date of Notice to Proceed.

2. FORMAT AND DETAIL: Dates for each item of Government-furnished material shall be provided. Do not use dates earlier than the estimated delivery dates shown in the “Material” paragraph.

F. MATERIAL: Furnish all material for completing the work except for Western-furnished equipment as follows:

ITEM QUANTITY DESCRIPTION

ESTIMATED

WEIGHT(LBS)/EA

ESTIMATED

DELIVERY DATE

1 4 Vertical switchboard sections

CHA2, CHA3, CHB1, CHB2 700 NST 11-23-2015

NLT 12-23-2015

2 1 Cable termination cabinet

CHT1 350 NST 11-23-2015

NLT 12-23-2015

3 1 125 V DC station battery system 21,000 NST 11-23-2015

NLT 12-23-2015

4 2 125 V DC station battery charger 250 NST 11-23-2015

NLT 12-23-2015

NST – No sooner than.

NLT – No later than.

1. POINTS-OF-DELIVERY: Material furnished by Western will be delivered to Medicine Bow Substation. The Contractor shall unload Western-furnished material, inspect for damage, and report findings to the COR.

2. PROTECTION OF MATERIAL: Provide weatherproof and climate controlled environment, secure indoor or warehouse storage for items 1-4 in the event they arrive prior to control building completion.

G. RIGHTS-OF-WAY:

1. GENERAL: Orient construction methods and equipment to utilize Government-furnished rights-of-way, or obtain additional temporary access without additional cost to Western.

H. GEOLOGIC INVESTIGATIONS:

Geologic logs of subsurface explorations included in the “Drawings” Division constitute the information and records of geologic investigations for the work. Locations of subsurface investigations are shown on the 8000-series drawings. Refer to Geotechnical Engineering Report No. 20155211, prepared by Kleinfelder, dated April 27, 2015.

Samples and cores of recovered material were not retained. Bidders shall obtain their own samples and perform tests on the material to evaluate properties, which they believe to be significant.

Western does not guarantee that the geologic information and records show the conditions that will be encountered in performing the work, but only that the geologic information and records show conditions encountered at the particular point and time the information and records were obtained.

The geologic information may not indicate variations, such as those caused by seasonal fluctuations in rainfall and other factors, which may affect the water level. The Contractor shall determine the nature of material to be excavated, the difficulties of making and maintaining required excavations, and doing other work affected by geology and ground water elevations at the work site.

I. ELECTRIC POWER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES:

Western will supply approximately 10-kVA of electric power (1-phase 240/120 VAC) for construction.

The Contractor may furnish power for his operations by other means.

J. WATER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES:

The Contractor shall furnish water for construction purposes. Make arrangements for obtaining the water, and provide for conveying the water to the points of use.

K. EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING:

Use of explosives expressly prohibited.

L. SUBMITTALS:

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall transmit submittals as specified in the Construction Standards and this Project Specification, via email, with the following attachments (format):

a. Cover letter (.docx, .pdf) with the following information:

(1) Western contract number DE-WA000xxxx.

(2) Project Title.

(3) Bidding Schedule Contract Line Item Number (CLIN).

(a) Only one (1) CLIN per submittal permitted.

(4) Division number and paragraph associated with the CLIN.

b. Drawings (.pdf or .dwg, AutoCad 2010).

c. Product data with highlighted specifications applicable to equipment selected for review.

d. Email Contact: Send submittals with required attachments to RMR-J5600-CS@wapa.gov.

mailto:RMR-J5600-CS@wapa.gov

2. PHYSICAL SAMPLE SUBMITTALS: When physical product samples are required to be submitted for approval, (i.e. brick samples, roofing material samples, carpeting, etc.) the Contractor shall deliver such samples to:

Western Area Power Administration ATTN: To be determined after award 12155 W. Alameda Parkway Lakewood, CO 80228-2802

3. SUBMITTAL RESPONSE: Western will return submittal responses via email. The email may include, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Submitted item status, “Approved” or “Not Approved”.

b. Comments or recommendations.

c. Conditional approval.

4. APPROVAL TIME: Approval time for submittals shall be in accordance with the

“Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work” paragraph.

DIVISION 2 – SITEWORK

A. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Demolition” includes the following:

a. Completely removing concrete foundations, and concrete pads as shown on Existing Installation Drawings MB 2002, 2050, and 2051; and Drawing MB 2003.

b. Removing the chain link fence and gate as shown on Existing Installation Drawings

MB 2002, 2050, and 2051. It is a standard 7-foot-high chain link fence with a guard of three (3) strands of barbed wire. The fence posts are set in concrete.

2. Bidding Schedule item “Site development” includes providing the following work, as shown on Drawings MB 2002 and 2050 through 2054. Coordinate site development requirements with Geotechnical Engineering Report No. 20155211, prepared by Kleinfelder, dated 27 April 2015.

a. Clearing and grubbing.

b. Stripping topsoil from the expanded substation site, access road, and borrow area (if borrow required) on which compacted embankments are required to be placed and in which excavation is required.

c. Excavation, below payline limits for stripping, of expanded substation yard and access road to attain subgrade elevations under gravel surfacing and finished grade elevations where gravel surfacing is not required; and riprap and gravel bedding at outlets of drainage swales.

d. Borrow excavation (if borrow required) to provide material for embankments for the expanded substation yard and access road. Borrow site shall be off Government property and rights-of-way.

e. Constructing and compacting embankments for the expanded substation site, access road, and elsewhere as shown on the Drawings.

f. Providing riprap and sand and gravel bedding for protecting earth slopes at outlets of drainage swales and elsewhere as shown on the Drawings.

g. Providing 6-inch-thick gravel surfacing.

h. Replacing and protecting existing gravel surfacing. Where applicable, the Contractor shall strip and salvage existing gravel surface for reuse.

i. Providing a soil-applied herbicide where gravel surfacing is placed.

j. Providing seeding materials, preparing areas to be seeded, spreading, sowing and maintaining grass seed, and protecting seeded areas.

(1) Areas to be seeded include excavation and embankment slopes outside the gravel-surfaced area of the substation site; disturbed areas, except those to receive gravel surfacing; and borrow areas.

(2) Seed: Shall be of fresh, clean, new crop seed composed of the varieties below, with tested minimum percentages of purity and germination clearly labeled on the package.

(a) Preapproved Dryland Mix: Minimum rate of pure live seed (PLS) per acre as follows:

1) Western Wheatgrass: 7 pounds/acre.

2) Bluebunch Wheatgrass: 4.2 pounds/acre.

3) Basin Wildrye: 2.8 pounds/acre.

4) Blue Flax, Lewis: 1.1 pounds/acre.

(b) Perform seeding during the period October 1 to May 1, except during unfavorable weather conditions or when soil conditions are not suitable as determined by the COR.

(3) Mulching: Apply mulch to seeded areas and crimp into soil within 24-hours after seeding. Apply uniformly at a rate of 1,200 pounds per acre on level grades.

3. Bidding Schedule item “Standard chain link fence” includes providing standard chain link fence with gates and guard of three (3) strands of barbed wire as shown on Drawings 31 2000, 31 2001, and 31 2038. Fence shall be erected as shown on Drawings MB 2002, 2050, 2051, and 2052.

Electrical ground connections shall be included in the work for installing the grounding system for the electrical equipment.

4. Bidding Schedule does not contain separate items for the following. Include these items in applicable Bidding Schedule items.

a. Excavations for foundations, structures, and trenches.

b. Placing and compacting earth material and backfill.

c. Providing gravelfills for the Service Building and under concrete foundations as shown on the Drawings.

d. Disposing of Excavated Material: Material from excavations not suitable or required for earthwork shall be removed from the substation and access road right-of-way. The Contractor shall make arrangements required for disposal of waste material in an approved landfill.

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

A. GENERAL:

1. MATERIAL:

a. Cement:

(1) For severe alkali environmental conditions requiring mitigation of sulfate attack in concrete: Type V cement or Type IIA cement combined with 20 percent Class F Fly Ash per paragraph e. below. Cement types are according to ASTM C 150.

(2) For Non-Severe Environments: Type IIA cement combined with 20 percent

Class F Fly Ash per paragraph e. below (if locally available). Cement types are according to ASTM C 150.

b. Compressive Strength: 4000 psi (minimum) at 28-days for all concrete. The compressive strength may be different for microwave and transmission line structures, if they are included in substation work.

c. Water-Cement Ratio: Net water-cement ratio, exclusive of water absorbed by the aggregates, shall not exceed 0.45 by weight.

d. Type A and D water-reducing and retarding admixtures may be used if approved by the

COR.

e. Fly Ash: Class F Fly Ash in accordance with ASTM C 618 and Standard 3 – Concrete is required to be incorporated into the concrete mix design, and shall not affect the specified 28-day minimum compressive strength.

2. TEST FOR POTENTIAL REACTIVITY OF SAND AND COARSE AGGREGATE: Perform tests for potential reactivity for the sand and coarse aggregate to be used by the Contractor. If the tests determine the aggregate(s) to be unsuitable as a concrete aggregate, a suitable source will be obtained by the Contractor.

B. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEMS:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Concrete swales” includes the following:

a. Earthwork, formwork, reinforcement, material used in concrete, curing, finishing, joints, and other related work and material needed to complete the concrete construction.

b. Concrete swales as shown on drawings.

2. Bidding Schedule item “Type “C” cable trench” includes providing precast concrete Type C cable trenches complete with sandfill, concrete covers, and other accessories.

DIVISION 9 – SUBSTATION ELECTRICAL

A. GENERAL: Electrical equipment and material shall be as specified in Western’s “WAPA ES”

Standard Equipment Specifications, as shown on project drawings, and in accordance with NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, ICEA, ASTM, NEC, NESC, UL, and Federal specifications and standards as applicable.

Applicable requirements shall be met under the following service conditions:

Ambient Temperatures:

Maximum ............................................................................................ +40°C Maximum 24-Hour Average ................................................................ +30°C Minimum .............................................................................................. -50°C

Elevation:

Above Mean Sea Level ............................................................... 6,561-Feet

*ASCE-7 Wind Load:

Minimum Basic Wind Speed ............................................................ 90 MPH Importance Factor.................................................................................. 1.15

*IEEE 693 Seismic Qualification:

Performance Level......................................................................... Moderate

*Wind and seismic loads are nonsimultaneous.

1. Bidding Schedule for Government-furnished items (including associated supporting structures when furnished) require the Contractor to provide:

a. Unloading and inspecting of Government-furnished items (unless otherwise indicated).

b. Installation of Government-furnished items as shown on drawings.

c. Additional equipment and material as necessary to complete the installation.

2. Bidding Schedule for items furnished by the Contractor shall include the following:

a. Providing (furnishing and installing) bid items.

b. Additional equipment and material as necessary to complete the installation.

c. Installing bid items as shown on drawings.

B. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEMS:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Grounding system” includes providing material and services required to complete and test the substation grounding system. All new ground cable risers shall be 7 conductor No. 5 copper-clad, steel cable. Splices, crosses, tees, and other fittings used on the grounding system may be compression type (DMC Power Swage system, or equal).

2. Bidding Schedule item “DC distribution panelboard” includes providing the DC distribution panelboard as shown on MB 6000. The DC distribution panelboard is designated BHA. The distribution boards shall be in accordance with WAPA ES 2.4 Equipment Standard.

3. Bidding Schedule item “Associated electrical equipment and material” includes furnishing and installing the following substation installations as shown on the Drawings:

a. Electrical Conduit System: Includes embedded and exposed conduit. Conduit entering the cable trench with a 90 degree bend is allowed to be Schedule 40 PVC as shown on Standard Drawing 31 1006. All other 90 degree bends shall be rigid metal. All conduits shall have sealing compound installed at both ends.

4. Bidding Schedule items “Furnishing 3/c No. 8 AWG cable”, “Furnishing 5/c No. 10 AWG control cable” and “Furnishing 12/c No. 10 AWG control cable” include furnishing 3/c No. 8 AWG cable, 5/c No. 10 and 12/c No. 10 control cable.

5. Bidding Schedule items “Installing 3/c No. 8 AWG cable”, “Installing 5/c No. 10 AWG control cable” and “Installing 12/c No. 10 AWG control cable” include installing 3/c No. 8 cable, 5/c No. 10 and 12/c No. 10 control cable within the control building. The Contractor shall install the cables between the termination cabinet and vertical switchboards according to Drawing MB T600. Label cables in accordance with MB T600 and Standard 9 – Substation Electrical (September 2013), paragraph 9.2.3.4 (10). Terminate both ends of cables.

6. Bidding Schedule item “Vertical switchboard sections (Government-furnished)” includes furnishing material not supplied by Western and performing work required to receive, unload, and install the Government-furnished vertical switchboard sections CHA2, CHA3, CHB1, CHB2, and termination cabinet CHT (Drawing MB 4050).

7. Bidding Schedule item “Station battery system (Government-furnished)” includes furnishing material not supplied by Western and performing work required to install the Government-furnished station battery and rack in the location shown on Drawing MB 4050.

The battery racks will be installed on the concrete floor of the battery room. The Contractor shall provide any additional shims or mounting hardware required to completely level the battery racks. Cables from panel BHA to the batteries will be routed through two (2) 2-inch Schedule 80 PVC conduits embedded in the battery room floor.

8. Bidding Schedule item “Station battery chargers (Government-furnished)” includes furnishing material not supplied by Western and performing work required to install the Government-furnished battery chargers designated as BHC1 and BHC2 in the location shown on Drawing MB 4050. Cables shall enter the equipment from beneath by means of access flooring.

DIVISION 11 – SERVICE BUILDING

A. GENERAL: Specifications in this Division 11 define exceptions to Standard 11 – Service Building.

SECTION 00 24 00 – GENERAL

00 24 13 DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Service building” includes providing the following:

a. Concrete foundations, slabs, and gravel fill as shown on the 3200 Drawings series.

b. Cover plates for the cable entry box as shown on the 3200 Drawings series.

c. Complete building structure and enclosure, including interior and exterior finishes, mechanical and electrical systems, accessible floor system, and other components as detailed on the 3000, 3200, 3300, and 3400 Drawings series. Embedded conduit and grounding shown on 4000 Drawing series.

d. Application of termiticide underneath and around the building.

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

1. GENERAL: Submittals shall be in accordance with Table 1 – Submittals and Division 1 – General Requirements, Submittals. Physical samples shall be submitted for selection of building material colors and finishes. Electronic or photo copies of color charts will not be acceptable.

TABLE 1 – SUBMITTAL

MATERIALS

AND

EQUIPMENT

SHOP

DRAWINGS

PRODUCT

DATA SAMPLES TEST

REPORTS

MAINTENANCE

MATERIAL

INSTALL

DATA

OPERATION

AND

MAINTENANCE

DATA

REMARKS

Building Concrete

Submittals in accordance with Standard 3 – Concrete

Masonry Veneer ● ● ●

Miscellaneous Metals ●

Wood Trusses ●

Batt and Blanket Insulation

Preformed Roof Panels ● ● ●

Prefinished Plywood Soffit ● ●

Caulking & Sealants ●

Steel Doors & Frames ● ●

Finish Hardware ● ●

Include hardware schedule

MATERIALS

AND

EQUIPMENT

SHOP

DRAWINGS

PRODUCT

DATA SAMPLES TEST

REPORTS

MAINTENANCE

MATERIAL

INSTALL

DATA

OPERATION

AND

MAINTENANCE

DATA

REMARKS

Gypsum Wallboard ●

Rubber Cove Base ●

Access Flooring ● ● ●

Provide engineering calculations verifying performance of floor system for seismic design categories C through F.

Emergency Spray ●

HVAC ● ● ● ● ●

Section 23 00 00

Lighting & Controls ●

AC Distribution Equipment ●

Exit Signs ●

04 21 00 MASONRY VENEER:

1. GENERAL: Facing brick shall be equal to Thundercloud by General Shale.

a. Anchors, ties, and joint reinforcement shall be in accordance with building code requirements for applicable seismic zone.

b. Provide stainless steel drip plate DP and preformed drip plate corners as manufactured by

Hohmann and Barnard, Inc.

05 00 00 METALS:

1. GENERAL: Refer to Drawings and General Structural Notes regarding additional requirements and exceptions to Standard 11.

06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY:

06 17 53 WOOD TRUSSES:

08 11 00 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES:

1. GENERAL: Table 11-2 Hardware Schedule, in Standard 11, is replaced in its entirety by Table 11-2 Hardware Schedule in this Section.

TABLE 11-2 – HARDWARE SCHEDULE

HARDWARE

GROUP

NUMBER

DOOR NUMBER REQUIRED HARDWARE

(SEE TABLE 11-1) REMARKS

1 1, 2

H1 L1 C1

DH1

DBS

T1

W1 and W2

L1 equal to Von Duprin E7500 with Von Duprin 6211AL strike.

Exterior from Control Room

H1

ED1

C1

DH1

DBS

T1

W1 and W2

Exterior from Battery Room

Provide escutcheon and pull on exterior of door.

H1

ED1

C1 W1

ST2

Control Room from Battery Room

09 69 00 ACCESS FLOORING:

1. GENERAL:

a. Provide 18-inch-high access flooring system with high-pressure laminate finish. The system shall be grounded at four (4) corners of the control room.

b. Coordinate this Section with Project Specifications and/or General Structural Notes on drawings regarding designation of Building Occupancy Category. Occupancy Category for this project is III, and Seismic Design Category for this project is C.

c. IEEE 693 Seismic Qualification Level for this project is Moderate.

2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:

a. System: Elevated pedestal with stringers, rigid floor panels, seismic pedestal bases, seismic brace assemblies, mechanical and/or epoxy anchors complete with accessories, high-pressure laminate finish, and/or carpet-surfaced finish.

b. Floor Panel Size: 24-inches by 24-inches.

c. Elevated Floor: Nominal height of 18-inches above subfloor.

d. Tolerances: Floor panel flatness, plus or minus 0.02-inches in any direction; floor panel length, plus or minus 0.02-inch; floor panel squareness, plus or minus 0.03-inch in diagonal direction.

e. Acceptable Manufacturer: Tate systems or equal.

3. STRUCTURAL SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

The access floor system shall be designed for gravity and lateral loads in accordance with the latest edition of the International Building Code, specific to the location of the installation.

Design shall be based upon specified Occupancy and Seismic Design Categories. Design shall include concrete core floor panels, supporting stringers, pedestal bases, seismic pedestal bases, seismic brace assemblies, boltable steel base plates, connections between system elements, and mechanical or adhesive fasteners to the concrete sub-floor.

Compliance with specified performance requirements of the entire access floor system shall be verified through design calculations or testing. A complete load path analysis shall be included in the calculations verifying that gravity and lateral loads can be successfully transmitted through the access floor system into the concrete sub-structure. Resolution of the specified lateral loads can be achieved by using a properly designed braced or cantilevered floor system provided calculations or certified test results reflect the method selected. Certified test results or design calculations and drawings shall be stamped and signed by a licensed civil or structural engineer.

Minimum performance and design load requirements for the entire access floor system, unless the International Building Code or local governing jurisdiction includes more stringent requirements, are as follows:

a. Building Occupancy Category: Refer to Section 9 69 00, paragraph 1.

b. Seismic Design Category (SCD): Refer to Section 9 69 00, paragraph 1.

c. Floor System Uniform Live Load: Loading requirement shall be in accordance with the latest edition of the International Building Code (IBC), Chapter 16 – Structural Design, table titled “Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Loads and Minimum Concentrated Live Loads, Occupancy or Use – Access Floor Systems – Computer Use”.

d. Floor System Concentrated Live Load: Loading requirement shall be based upon the same IBC table indicated in paragraph above.

e. Installations with IBC Seismic Design Category Equal to C, or IEEE 693 Seismic Qualification Level Equal to Moderate: Provide seismic pedestal bases (Tate System or equal) or seismic brace assemblies for pedestals (Tate System or equal); pedestal bases are to be positively connected to concrete floor slab utilizing anchors or adhesive as required by system manufacturer; and bases of floor-mounted equipment are to be positively anchored to concrete floor slab below utilizing 1/2-inch-diameter rods mechanically or epoxied (HILTI or equal) into concrete.

4. ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

a. Electrical Resistance: Electrical resistance from metal parts of panels to pedestals, between pedestals and bolted stringers, and between the metal understructure and building ground shall be less than 1 ohm.

b. Fire Rating: Class A flame spread rating in accordance with ASTM E 84.

5. SUBMITTALS:

a. Shop Drawings: Indicate flooring layout, interruptions of grid, grounding details, panels drilled or cutout, supplemental pedestals for cutout location, and miscellaneous accessories.

b. Calculation Package or Test Result Certification Documents: Stamped and signed engineering calculations of certifications documents verifying performance of the access floor system as specified.

c. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s data describing the quality of material, electrical resistance, accessories, and finishes.

d. Samples: If an alternate to the specified high-pressure laminate and/or carpet finish is proposed, submit two (2) samples showing colors available for selection by Western.

Note that full-sized floor panels are not required to be submitted.

e. Maintenance Material: Provide six (6) floor panels and one (1) lifting device to the COR.

Floor panels shall include finish material from same production run as installed material.

6. MATERIAL:

a. Provide materials as required to install the complete access floor system.

b. Pedestal Bases and Seismic Pedestal Bases: Galvanized steel with flat bottom base plate, threaded supporting rod, and vibration-proof locknut to permit 1 1/2-inch minimum adjustment.

c. Supporting Stringers: Bolted type, consisting of steel channels, box, or T-sections.

d. Floor Panels: Galvanized steel top sheet and bottom pan with concrete core.

e. Floor Panel Finish: As indicated in project specifications or on drawings:

(1) Manufacturer’s standard 1/16-inch-thick melamine phenolic laminate in accordance with NEMA LD3. Panel finish to be factory applied. Edge panels with trim.

Laminate shall be equal to Nevamar ST-6-1 gray Starlite.

f. Floor Panel Finish Adhesive: Moisture-resistant type recommended by floor finish manufacturer.

g. Lateral Bracing and Seismic Brace Assemblies: Provide materials required by

h. Panel Lifting Device: Manufacturer’s standard type recommended for panel type.

i. Grounding Connectors: Manufacturer’s standard grounding clips for panel and stringers and cable clamps as shown on the approved shop drawing detail.

j. Cable Cutout Protection: Manufacturer’s standard edge trim, self-extinguishing. Provide supplemental pedestals as cutout locations as required by system manufacturer.

7. INSTALLATION:

a. General: Install components in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Floor panel layout shall be as shown on the architectural floor plan unless approved otherwise by the

COR.

b. Pedestals: Secure pedestal base plate to subfloor with adhesive or mechanical fasteners.

Install additional pedestals where floor system grid pattern is interrupted, as required by system manufacturer.

c. Seismic Pedestal Bases: Secure pedestal base plate to subfloor with adhesive or mechanical fasteners, as appropriate to the performance criteria in Section 3. Install additional pedestals where floor system grid pattern is interrupted, as required by system

d. Seismic Brace Assemblies: Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, as appropriate to the performance criteria in Section 3.

e. Supporting Stringers and Floor Panels: Install stringers and floor panels solidly on pedestals. Maximum out-of-level tolerance 1/16-inch in 10-feet. Seal field-cut panels with edge trim.

f. Lateral Bracing: Install bracing members. This could also involve welding of pedestals and mechanical fastening of base plates.

g. Cable Cutouts: Field cut holes in floor panels, as directed by the COR, for installation of control equipment. Do not cut structural stringers spanning between tops of floor pedestals; do not cut stiffened perimeter sections of floor panels; and do not cut within 2-inch of floor panel edges in any direction. Include edging material for cable cutouts and for ten (10) cutouts to be made by Western in the future. Cutout detail requirements, including additional pedestals, shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements (Tate system or equal).

h. Grounding: Provide positive electrical earth grounding of entire access floor system.

Connect system to building ground at all four (4) corners of control room. Refer to the Arrangement, Conduit, and Grounding Drawing (4000 series).

i. Protection: Protect access flooring finish from rolling loads during equipment installation with 1/2-inch plywood, OSB, or as approved by the COR.

SECTION 23 00 00 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 03 00 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS:

a. Provide equipment and materials that are standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products.

b. The equipment shall be supported by service organizations. These service organizations shall be reasonably convenient to the equipment installation and able to render satisfactory service to the equipment on a regular and emergency basis during the warranty period.

c. Equipment shall have a nameplate bearing the manufacturer’s name, model number and serial number. The nameplate of the distributing agent will not be acceptable.

d. Handle, store and protect equipment and materials to prevent damage before and during installation in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Replace damaged or defective items.

23 81 00 UNITARY AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT:

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

AIR-CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION INSTITUTE (ARI)

ARI 210/240 Standard for Unitary Air-Conditioning and Air-Source Heat Pump Equipment.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEATING, REFRIGERATING AND

AIR-CONDITIONING ENGINEERS (ASHRAE)

ASHRAE 15 Safety Standard for Refrigeration

Systems

ASHRAE 52.1 Gravimetric and Dust-Spot Procedures for Testing Air-Cleaning Devices Used in General Ventilation for Removing Particulate Matter.

ASHRAE 90.1 Energy Standard for Buildings Except

Low-Rise Residential Buildings.

b. Section 15050 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS applies to this section, with additions and modifications specified herein.

c. The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01300 SUBMITTALS:

(1) Shop Drawings:

(a) Exterior Wall-Mounted Air Conditioner – Wiring Diagrams.

(2) PRODUCT DATA:

(a) Exterior Wall-Mounted Air Conditioner – Technical Data.

(3) INSTALLATION DATA:

(a) Exterior Wall-Mounted Air Conditioner – Installation Manual.

(4) MAINTENANCE MATERIAL:

(a) Exterior Wall-Mounted Air Conditioner – Operation and Maintenance Manual.

d. Refrigerant shall have an Ozone Depletion Factor (ODF) of 0.05 or less. The ODF shall be in accordance with the Montreal Protocol on Substances That Deplete the Ozone Layer, 1987.

2. PRODUCTS:

a. Units shall comply with the requirements specified on the Drawings and herein.

b. Units shall be designed for communication/microwave shelters and suitable for outdoor installation. Minimum energy efficiency shall be in accordance with ASHRAE 90.1.

c. Units shall have a minimum SEER of 10.00 when tested in accordance with ARI 210/240.

d. Refrigeration system shall have safety devices to ensure operation when the outdoor ambient is lower than 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

e. Necessary components for common alarms shall be provided to detect high pressure, low pressure, high temperature and loss of airflow.

f. Evaporator coil shall be all-copper tube and aluminum fin construction. A steel condensate drain pan, galvanized, shall be provided.

g. Outside air shall be drawn in through the evaporator filters.

h. Evaporator section shall be insulated with 1/2-inch-thick, 2 pounds density, neoprene face, and fiberglass insulation.

i. Supply blower section shall have direct-drive, heavy-duty, double width, and double inlet centrifugal fans.

j. Heating system shall be single-stage.

k. Condenser coil shall be all-copper tube and aluminum fin construction.

l. Internal structural parts (including base) shall be steel, hot-dipped galvanized construction.

m. Dual unit control shall be a solid state timer with 1-2-4-8 day sequencing. Lead/lag schedule shall be set for a 4-day switchover.

3. EXECUTION:

a. Units shall be surface-mounted to exterior panels in accordance with ASHRAE 15 and the manufacturer’s instructions.

b. Units and systems components shall be tested for proper operation. Adjust as necessary to ensure proper operation and sequencing.

c. Coordinate and verify system operation with control and monitoring devices.

d. Conduct a performance test at least eight (8) hours for each unit and record readings hourly. Average the readings at the end of the test period; the average shall be considered to be the system performance.

23 82 23 VENTILATION AND EXHAUST:

a. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

b. The publication is referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AIR MOVEMENT AND CONTROL ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL (AMCA)

AMCA 201 Fans and Systems.

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 91 Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists and Noncombustible Particulate Solids, Latest Edition.

c. Section 23 05 00 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS applies to this

Section, with additions and modifications specified herein.

d. Documents shall be submitted in accordance with the Submittal Table.

a. Reference mechanical drawings and equipment schedules for performance requirements.

a. Exhaust fan shall be ceiling mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the mechanical mounting details.

b. Check all fasteners for tightness and verify overlap dimensions.

c. Momentarily energize the exhaust fan to inspect fan wheel rotation. Provide adjustments as required in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction.

23 33 00 CONTROL DAMPER:

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

AIR MOVEMENT AND CONTROL ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL (AMCA)

AMCA 500-D Laboratory Methods of Testing Dampers for Rating

b. Section 23 05 00 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS applies to this

c. Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA, SUBMITTALS applies to this

a. The control damper shall have extruded vinyl blade seals and flexible stainless steel jamb seals. Motor shall use shaded pole stall type impedance protected electric actuator;

actuator shall be 2-position, fail close type.

b. Apply a polyurethane sealant between damper flange and finished wall. Sealant shall conform to FS A-A-1556, Type 2, Class A, not requiring primed substrate. Estimated life shall be 20-years and a maximum 10 percentage shrinkage when cured.

c. Sheet metal fasteners shall have self-piercing points that can easily penetrate 16 gauge galvanized steel flange. The hex head and washer shall be formed together as one (1) piece.

a. Control damper and motor shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

b. Install damper square and free from racking; do not compress or stretch the damper frame into the opening.

c. Handle damper using the frame; do not lift or move damper using blades, actuator or jackshaft.

26 00 00 ELECTRICAL:

1. GENERAL: Material, installation, and workmanship shall adhere to International, National, and local requirements pertaining to safety, quality, and electrical codes.

a. This section lists specific standards to guide construction Contractors involved with the installation of electrical systems at Western facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department of Energy.

b. Western Construction and Equipment References:

(1) Equipment Standard 2.4, “Indoor AC and DC Distribution Boards”.

(2) Construction Standard 9, “Substation – Electrical”.

(a) Section 9.2, “Grounding, Conduit and Low Voltage Cable Systems”.

(b) Section 9.2.3, “Insulated Conductors and Cables”.

(c) Section 9.7.3, “Direct and Alternating Current Distribution Boards”.

26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL:

a. Provide materials, equipment, and accessories for AC service, panelboards, conduit, and wiring.

b. The Contractor shall remove temporary equipment used during the construction process.

2. DRAWINGS: The Drawings show a general arrangement of equipment, devices, circuits, receptacles, switches, and panelboards. Circuit breaker ampacity, wire, and conduit sizes shown on the Drawings are based upon the nameplate ratings of the equipment specified and distance from the associated panelboard. Adjust breaker, wire, and conduit sizes to match installed equipment nameplate ratings. Review electrical and mechanical drawings for accuracy of dimensions, locations, levels, and make necessary adjustments to conform to the requirements of these specifications.

3. SUBMITTALS: Submit complete material lists and manufacturer’s specifications to Western for review. Identify specific equipment (including model number and options) submitted for approval on manufacturers’ product data sheets. List justification for proposed deviations under a section titled “DEVIATIONS” on submittal correspondence.

4. CUTTING AND PATCHING: Fix damage to the building, piping, equipment, or any defaced finish with qualified personnel skilled in the specific repair required.

5. PAINTING: Repair damaged surfaces to match color and composition of manufacturer’s finish.

6. ACCEPTANCE DEMONSTRATION: Upon completion of the work and at a time designated by Western, demonstrate the proper operation of the electrical installation.

7. CLEANUP: Remove from the premises any material, scrap, and other waste caused by electrical installations. Thoroughly clean and remove residue, dirt and dust from equipment, luminaires, and related items. Upon job completion ensure the building and premises are clean orderly and secure.

26 05 19 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES:

1. GENERAL: Select and install according to the references in Section 26 00 00.

a. Provide the following conduit:

(1) RMC (building exterior).

(2) EMT (building interior).

(3) PVC Schedule 80 (building interior).

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:

1. GENERAL: Provide materials for bonding and/or grounding the following structures, equipment, and conduit:

a. Building and Roof.

b. Raised Floor Pedestals.

c. AC and DC Distribution Panelboards.

d. Control Switchboards.

e. Battery Chargers.

f. Cable Ladders.

g. Comm Rack.

h. Battery Rack.

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:

1. GENERAL: Major equipment components shall have the following information permanently attached in a conspicuous location:

a. Manufacturer’s name and address.

b. Equipment model and serial number.

c. Panelboards shall have the following information stored in a clear plastic sheet protector attached to the inside of each panelboard door.

(1) Panelboard circuit directory.

(2) Drawings of related wiring device branch circuit locations.

26 05 83 WIRING CONNECTIONS:

1. GENERAL: Install wiring devices in outlet boxes at the locations shown on the Drawings.

Provide a cover plate for the device installed.

2. MOUNTED HEIGHT: Dimension from finished floor to centerline of receptacle.

Luminaire Controls ............................................................... 44-inches

Receptacles:

Control Room .................................................................. 34-inches Exterior ............................................................................ 36-inches

26 05 83.03 DOOR ALARMS:

1. GENERAL: Provide material, devices, and accessories necessary for required operation of the door alarm contacts.

2. MATERIAL:

a. Door Contacts:

(1) 0-250 V DC operating voltage.

(2) Normally open (NO) contacts.

(3) Recessed magnet and actuator each entry to the building.

b. Include required mounting hardware, wire, conduit, junction boxes, and accessories.

3. INSTALLATION: Connect switches according to notes on Drawings 3402 and 3404.

Terminate wires in the locations described in electrical drawings.

26 06 20.16 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND CIRCUITS SCHEDULES:

1. GENERAL: Provide equipment for AC service, panelboard, conduit, and wiring in accordance with these specifications and the following drawings:

a. 3400 (Power Plan).

b. 3401 (Luminaire and Egress Marking Plan).

c. 3402 (Door Alarms).

d. 3403 (Panelboards).

e. Section 26 00 00 1b(1) and 1b(2)(c).

26 09 23 LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES:

1. MODULAR ON/OFF DIMMING:

a. On/Off push buttons.

b. Control luminaires via CAT 5e cable.

c. May include line level, dimming capable, switching power packs for luminaires not network capable.

26 24 00.16 PANELBOARDS:

1. GENERAL: Refer to Drawing 3403.

a. Main circuit breaker (CB) rated for specified voltage and current and adjustable magnetic trip set to low.

b. 42 space interior.

c. Front, box, and adapter kit.

d. Copper bus bar.

e. Copper neutral bar rated for 100 percent.

f. 22,000 Amperes interrupting capacity (22 KAIC).

g. Vertically mounted.

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES:

1. RECEPTACLES:

a. Control Room:

(1) Rated for required voltage and current.

(2) Two-pole, three-wire, grounding.

b. Exterior:

(1) GFCI.

(2) Rated for required voltage and current.

(3) Integrated Set/Reset buttons.

(4) No pass-thru.

2. COVER PLATES:

a. Interior Wiring Devices:

(1) Stainless steel with satin finish.

(2) Stainless steel mounting screws.

b. Exterior Wiring Devices:

(1) Maintain weatherproof integrity.

(2) Resist material breakdown when exposed to severe weather or rough environmental conditions.

(3) Provide protection from physical damage.

3. CIRCUIT BREAKERS:

a. Branch CBs, rated for required voltage and current, shall have 22,000 Amperes interrupting capacity (22 KAIC) minimum.

26 51 13 INTERIOR LUMINAIRES, LAMPS, AND BALLASTS:

a. Surface Mounted Diodes (SMD), LED.

b. May require 0-10 V dimming.

c. Low voltage interface required for luminaires not capable of network switching.

d. Polycarbonate, semi-diffuse lens.

e. LED driver accessible through front of luminaire.

2. ILLUMINANCE:

(1) Color Coordinated Temperature (CCT) ≥ 5000 K.

(2) Color Rendering Index (CRI) ≥75.

(3) Lumens per Watt (LPW) ≥90.

3. INSTALLATION:

a. Verify…