Attachment 1 - DEN ATCT_BB Fire Life Safety SOW.pdf

FIRE LIFE SAFETY MAINTENANCE

AT THE DENVER ATCT/BB

SCOPE OF WORK

PROJECT

Fire Life Safety Maintenance at the Denver Air Traffic Control Tower and Base Building.

LOCATION

Federal Aviation Administration

Denver International Airport – C Terminal

8500 Pena Blvd

Denver, CO 80249

GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspect, test, and maintain the Federal Aviation Administration Fire Life Safety Systems at the

Denver ATCT/BB, IAW applicable National Fire Protection Standards and the FAA Order, Fire

Prevention & Maintenance of Fire Protection Equipment. The Fire Protection System Panel is manufactured by SIEMENS.

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

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code

NFPA 25 Standard for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection

Systems

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)

FAA 6930.1B Fire Prevention and Maintenance of Fire Protection Equipment

DESCRIPTION OF FIRE ALARM TESTING:

Provide quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspections and testing in accordance with NFPA 72 and FAA Order JO 6930.1x (see highlighted sections in separate document for applicable items on this order). Inspection is defined as a visual examination of the system. Testing is to consist of a physical check of the fire alarm system. All items to be inspected and tested are listed in Tables

10.3.1of 10.4.4 of NFPA 72. Sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump systems are covered under a separate master testing specification. However, the scope of work does include all alarm and supervisory devices that are part of any fire sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump installations. This includes: waterflow alarm devices, gate valve supervisory switches, dry pipe monitoring alarms, fire pump controller monitoring, and pre-action early warning detection.

A. Provide quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspections and testing of the fire alarm systems included in this specification in accordance with NFPA 72 section 10 and other applicable NFPA standards and guides and FAA Order JO 6930.1x. All work shall be in accordance with the codes and standards unless modified by this specification.

B. Perform one annual test for each system to include all items in NFPA 72 and

FAA Order JO 6930.1x listed in the Monthly, Quarterly, Semiannual and Annual columns. Monthly testing will be performed by FAA personnel between annual tests by the Contractor.

C. Perform sensitivity testing in accordance with NFPA 72 and FAA Order JO

6930.1x during the initial annual test. Sensitivity testing at subsequent tests shall be based on the results of the initial test, the history of false alarms and in accordance with

NFPA 72, the associated appendix sections and this specification.

D. Verify the interface through actual testing of any devices, relays and/or control modules designed to start stairwell pressurization fans, door releases, fire pump starts, emergency generator starts, elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, and any other life safety device.

E. Verify all signals from the fire alarm control panel for both trouble and alarm to the local DACT signaling alarm controller or other interface dialer and the supervising central alarm station or proprietary station.

F. Prepare an FAA Fire Life Safety System Inspection and Test Report, a report narrative covering the results of the testing, a completed report checklist form as shown in Figure 10.6.2.3 of NFPA 72 and a list of corrective items (if necessary).

G. Annual test and inspection should be conducted no less than 10 months nor greater than 12 months apart for all facilities. Quarterly scheduled testing and inspection of the fire life safety system must NOT be accomplished within two (2) weeks of the last quarterly maintenance services performed unless first approved by the Contracting Officer.

DESCRIPTION OF FIRE SPRINKLER TESTING*:

This work includes providing all associated work, equipment, and appurtenances for inspection, testing, and maintenance for fire sprinkler systems in FAA Western Service Area facilities that have fire sprinkler systems. Provide fire sprinkler system inspection, testing, and maintenance (where required) in accordance with NFPA 25 and FAA 6930.1B. Inspection is defined as a visual examination of the system. Testing is to consist of a physical check of the fire sprinkler system. Standpipe and fire pump systems are covered under a separate master testing specification.

a. Provide testing, inspection, and maintenance (where required) of fire sprinkler systems included in this specification in accordance with NFPA 25 and other applicable NFPA standards and guides. All work shall be in accordance with the codes and standards unless modified by this specification.

b. The following items should be checked according to NFPA 25 and FAA 6930.1B:

waterflow alarm devices, low air pressure alarms on preaction and dry pipe valves, quick opening devices such as accelerators on dry pipe systems, and priming water levels on dry pip and preaction valves.

c. Comply with FAA Order 6930.1B, Chapter 4, Sprinkler Systems, Quarterly, Semiannually, and

Annually, located on pages 4-11 through 4-16.

*Please note: These items are not all inclusive and the applicable publications should be referenced for the systems at the Denver ATCT/BB.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

All work and materials shall conform to all Federal, State and local codes and regulations governing the testing of fire alarm systems, including the current editions of the Building and Fire Prevention Codes, as modified or interpreted by the local officials to permit use of current NFPA standards.

All devices, systems, equipment and materials utilized shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

(ULI) and/or Factory Mutual (FM) for their intended use. All equipment shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and the ULI listing limitations.

1. The Contractor shall be a manufacturer of the fire alarm systems and devices or duly authorized representative of one or more of the following companies: Edwards Systems Technologies, Simplex, Fire Control Instruments or Notifier. The Contractor shall have a fully equipped, factory trained and manufacturer certified, service and installation organization, which shall have engaged in the installation and services in the type of equipment submitted for at least 5 years.

2. System configuration, installation, programming and testing shall be supervised by a National

Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III (or IV) Fire Alarm

Engineering Technician.

CODES, STANDARDS, ORDINANCES AND PERMITS

In the NFPA publications referred to herein, the advisory provisions and the appendix sections shall be considered mandatory, as though the word “shall” had been substituted for “should” wherever it appears.

If there is a conflict between the referenced NFPA standards, federal, state or local codes, and this specification, it is the Contractor’s responsibility to immediately bring the conflict to the attention of the

Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative/FAA Technician for resolution. NFPA standards shall supersede unless local codes are more stringent. Contractor shall not attempt to resolve conflicts directly with the local authorities unless specifically authorized by the Contracting Officer’s Representative/FAA

Technician.

The Contractor shall be responsible for filing of all documents, paying all fees (including, but not limited to plan checking and permit) and securing all permits, inspections and approvals (including, but not limited to

Engineer of Record requirements) necessary for conducting this work.

WORKING HOURS

All work shall be conducted during normal working hours 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday except as otherwise noted, by properly coordinating the work with the Contracting Officer’s

Representative/FAA Technician. Noise restrictions do apply. The testing of the fans or fan shutdown, testing of notification appliances or other alarm devices and other work disruptive to occupants or any air traffic control operations will be prohibited between 1:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, and will be explained at the pretest meeting. Interruptions to air traffic operations or support facilities are not acceptable.

COORDINATION OF WORK

The Contractor shall be responsible for prior coordination of all work with the Contracting Officer’s

Representative/FAA Technician. The Contractor shall notify the designated site representative prior to performing any work and shall coordinate work at the site.

EXISTING FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

The existing fire alarm system or components shall remain operational at all times. If the system or its components must be removed from service, the Contractor shall obtain approval from the Contracting

Officer’s Representative/FAA Technician and the Building and Fire Departments. If such systems are taken out of service for a period greater than 24 hours, the Contractor shall provide alternate protection, acceptable to the Contracting Officer’s Representative/FAA Technician and local Building and Fire

Departments, until those systems are replaced or restored to service. Such alternate protection shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

SOFTWARE CHANGES

Software changes to the system shall not be permitted unless approved, in writing, by the FAA Fire/Life

Safety Specialist.

REMOVAL OF DEBRIS AND SALVAGE

The Contractor is responsible for the removal of all waste and debris. All debris shall be disposed of offsite.

The Contractor shall remove rubbish and debris resulting from his work on a daily basis. Rubbish not removed by the Contractor will be removed by the FAA and back-charged to the Contractor. Removal of debris and rubbish from the premises shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s

Representative/FAA Technician. The Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative/FAA Technician must approve the salvage of any existing equipment. The existing equipment being removed shall not be disposed of until the Contracting Officer’s Representative/FAA Technician has inspected the equipment and approved its disposal.

WARRANTY

The Contractor shall be responsible during the testing periods for any damage caused by him or his subcontractors or by defects in his or his subcontractors' work or equipment.

NOTIFICATION OF TESTING

Prior to conducting to testing, the Contractor shall provide a letter outlining the testing, five business days in advance of such testing. This letter shall include a description of the anticipated potential interruption to the facility including disabling of the fire alarm system, noise during testing, activation of auxiliary systems (elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, etc.). The Contractor shall make every effort to minimize distractions during the system testing. In the scheduling letter, indicate approximate time periods for audible testing; smoke-proof stair testing, elevator recall, HVAC shutdown and any other outages. The timing of this testing shall be approved by the FAA prior to initiating testing.

OCCUPANT NOTIFICATION

Prior to starting testing, on the same day, the Contractor shall be responsible for notifying all monitoring agencies, maintenance staff, and building occupants of testing. Contractor shall do this by displaying appropriate signage explaining the testing, and the times (elevator recall and HVAC shutdown testing).

Signage shall be posted in areas designated by the FAA site representative (maximum of 10 signs).

SENSITIVITY TESTING

During the initial test, perform sensitivity testing of all smoke detectors in all facilities during the first annual inspection. Based on the test results, sensitivity testing may be conducted at intervals specified in

NFPA 72, Section 10.4.4.2. Prior to all testing, FAA site personnel shall provide information detailing unacceptable false alarms and the specific detector or zone. Where an increase in the number of false alarms is indicated, sensitivity testing shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA 72, Section 10.4.4.2.

Include a summary sheet of the testing. All summary sheets shall be provided to the Contracting

Officer’s Representative/FAA Technician.

DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

This maintenance shall not be completed within 1 month of the last maintenance event. Please coordinate with the COR to schedule this maintenance accordingly.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall comply with all security requirements of the Federal Aviation

Administration (FAA) and the Denver International Airport (DIA). Please visit http://business.flydenver.com/bizops/tenServices/security/index.asp for more information about badging requirements at DIA.

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