Add_1_SECTION_16_00_00_GENERAL_PROVISIONS-ELECTRICAL.pdf

MAHG10-1032

SECTION 16 00 00 - GENERAL PROVISIONS - ELECTRICAL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division - General Requirements, apply to the work specified in this Section.

B. Safety: In accordance with generally accepted construction practices, the Contractor shall be solely and completely responsible for conditions of the job site, including safety of all persons and property during performance of the work. This requirement will apply continuously and not be limited to normal working hours.

C. Scope of Work: Furnish all materials and equipment (except those items specifically stated in these Specifications or on the Drawings as being furnished by others), labor and incidentals required for the electrical work as indicated in these Specifications and Drawings, and as required to make a complete and operating installation to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer.

1. Furnish competent supervision of the work to be performed at all times during the progress of the work.

2. The work includes (but is not necessarily limited to) the following:

a. Connection to existing services as indicated.

b. Removal of existing equipment and material on the existing building as indicated on the drawings and in the Statement of Work.

c. New fixtures, materials and accessories.

D. Job Conditions

1. Carefully investigate structural conditions, wall, furring and chase locations, and room finishes and make actual measurements on the job so that all equipment such as panel-boards, switches, receptacles, lighting fixtures, fire alarm stations, horns, annunciators, and accessories shall fit. Practical consideration shall be given to coordination of all visible devices with aesthetic and architectural design elements.

2. Verify all measurements and be responsible for the correctness of same before ordering any materials or doing any work. No extra charge or compensation will be allowed because of any difference between the actual measurements and those indicated on the drawings. Any difference which might be discovered by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for consideration before proceeding with the work.

E. Law and Permits:

1. The latest published regulations of the State and Local Building Codes, National Fire

Protection Association (NFPA) and National Electrical Code, with the latest tentative interim amendments, shall be considered as included in these specifications, and all applicable requirements shall be fully complied with. Questions regarding interpretation shall be addressed to the Contracting Officer.

2. The National Electrical Code and National Board of Fire Underwriters and all state and local rulings shall be observed and shall govern the character of this work.

Should the drawings or these specifications in any way conflict with the Code, State or local rules, promptly notify the Contracting Officer in writing in order that necessary changes can be accomplished by appropriate modification.

F. Examination of Premises:

1. Visit the site of the proposed work, inspect the facilities and become familiar with the difficulties and restrictions attending the execution of the Contract. No additional compensation for failure to be so informed will be allowed.

G. Discrepancies:

1. Written clarification shall be obtained before submitting a proposal for the work under this division as to discrepancies or omissions from the Contract Documents, or questions as to the intent thereof.

2. Consideration will not be granted for misunderstanding of the amount of work to be

Section 16 00 00_1-4 performed. Tender of a proposal and/or bid conveys full agreement of the items and conditions specified, shown on the drawings, and required by the nature of the project unless specific written exceptions are provided with the proposal and/or bid documents.

H. Guarantee:

1. All materials and workmanship shall be guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of acceptance of the project as substantially completed in accordance with the drawings and specifications, or when beneficially used by the Government, whichever first occurs as certified by the Contracting Officer. Defects due to faulty materials, methods of installation or workmanship shall be repaired or replaced promptly with the least inconvenience and without expense to the Government, and at a time designated by the Contracting Officer. This guarantee is an addition to any specific performance guarantees called for in the individual paragraphs.

2. Submit three (3) copies of all warranties and guarantees for systems, equipment, devices, and materials (this includes two (2) copies for maintenance manuals).

3. Submit for review all requested product data, shop drawings and samples. All cuts, catalogues, bulletins, diagrams, curves, etc., shall be submitted in six (6) copies and in accordance with paragraphs "Submission Requirements" and Resubmission Requirements" where drawings (reproducible) used. Trade names, manufacturers, and catalog numbers are mentioned herein and on the drawings solely in order to establish a standard for the type, general design, and quality of product required.

Other products similar in design of equal quality capable of fitting within the spaces allocated and complying with the Drawings and Specifications will be considered after the Contract is let unless "prior approval" requirements are set forth in these documents. Where two or more manufacturers or materials are named, the Contractor may submit any of those named, provided they conform to the Specifications and design intent. The submission of samples may be required by the Contracting Officer particularly wherever equipment or appliances are visible in finished areas. Demonstrations of a product's ability to perform as specified shall be arranged if required. Dimensional data and weights shall be included. Review of submittals and shop drawings does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for fitting the equipment in the space allotted with space for electrical connection and for servicing, or for coordination of the work with work of other trades. Contractor shall review submittals and shop drawings and indicate by stamp or letter that he has reviewed them before forwarding them to the Contracting Officer. Submittals and Drawings will be returned after review indicating whether or not exceptions are taken and the required procedure to be followed thereafter. Resubmission of revised submittals and shop drawings is required before construction is begun.

4. Corrections or comments made on the submittals and drawings during this review do not relieve the Contractor from compliance with the requirements of the Drawings and Specifications. This review is for general conformance with the design concept of the project and general compliance with the information given in the Contract Documents. The Contractor is responsible for confirming and correlating all quantities and dimensions, selecting fabrication processes and techniques of construction.

5. The products listed below shall be submitted for review after the award of the Contract and before any equipment or materials are purchased. If a product is unacceptable, another product shall be submitted.

6. Items to be submitted are as follows:

a. Lighting fixtures, ballasts & lamps

7. Further descriptions or information required with shop drawings shall be included with the description of materials specified herein as follows:

a. Lighting Fixtures:

1) Include certified test data showing performance.

I. Standards and Regulations:

1. The work under this division shall comply with the latest edition of the applicable

Section 16 00 00_2-4 standards and codes of the following:

a. UL Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.

b. NEMA National Electric Manufacturers Association

c. NEC National Electric Code

d. Local and State Building Code

e. CBM Certified Ballast Manufacturer

f. NEPA National Fire Protection Association

g. FM Factory Mutual

h. ETL Electrical Testing Laboratories

i. IES Illuminating Engineering Society

2. Include all items of labor and materials required to comply with such standards and codes. Where quantities, sizes or other requirements indicated on the Drawings, or herein specified are in excess of the requirements of the standards and codes, the Specifications and/or Drawings shall govern.

J. Maintenance Manuals:

1. Submit two (2) copies, including wiring diagrams, maintenance and operating instructions, parts listings, and copies of all other submittals required by this Division

16. Organize each maintenance manual with Table of Contents, Index and thumb-tab marked for each section of information, Bind in 2", three-ring binders, vinyl covered, with pockets to contain folded sheets. Properly label contents on spine and face of binder.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCTS

A. Unless otherwise specified, all materials shall be new and unused and shall be listed by Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., for the service intended.

B. Provide products which are compatible with other products of the electrical work and with other work requiring interface with the electrical work, including electrical connections and control devices. For exposed electrical work, coordinate colors and finishes with other work.

C. Ensure that all electrical equipment, devices, and materials arrive at the site in good conditions, intact in factory package or crate. Any equipment found to be damaged shall be removed from the project site.

D. Store all electrical equipment, devices, and materials in factory containers or package until ready for use. Storage facility shall be a clean, dry, indoor space which provides protection against weather. Avoid damage by condensation by providing temporary heating when required.

E. Handle all electrical equipment, devices, and materials carefully to prevent breakage, denting or scoring of the finish. Damaged materials shall be removed from the project site.

PART 3 INSTALLATION AND EXECUTION

3.1 EXECUTION

A. Do all cutting and patching necessary for the installation of the work. Note that the integrity of any fire-rated ceilings and/or ceiling-roof assemblies must be maintained. No cutting, drilling or insertion of sleeves which may weaken a structural member shall be done without consent of the Contracting Officer. Finished floors, walls, and ceilings shall not be broken without consent of the Contracting Officer. Patching and repairs shall be made by the affected trades at the responsibility and cost of the Contractor.

B. Workmanship shall conform to the best electrical installation practice. Equipment and accessories as installed shall be complete and operating. The exact location and arrangement of material and equipment shall be determined as work progresses to conform in the best possible manner with related work of other crafts. The work in all its details is subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer. Any work or material which is

Section 16 00 00_3-4 rejected must be removed and replaced immediately.

C. Test all wiring to indicate that the completed system is free of short circuits and undesirable grounds, and is ready for operation. Insulation resistance of all wiring shall meet the performance suggested by the manufacturer. Provide all necessary testing equipment for making tests. All tests shall be made in the presence of the Contracting Officer or a representative thereof. When test results are not satisfactory, the Contractor shall make such adjustments and changes as are necessary and shall notify the Contracting Officer that he is ready for another test. Repeat the test or tests which disclosed the faulty or defective work or equipment, and make such additional tests as the Contracting Officer deems necessary.

D. Protection of Fixtures, Material and Equipment:

1. Continuously maintain adequate protection of stored materials and installed work.

Fixtures and equipment, whether stored under a roof or outside shall be tightly covered with sheet polyethylene or waterproof tarpaulin and protected against dirt, rust, moisture, chemical and mechanical injury. Materials and equipment shall not be stored directly on the ground nor in areas where they will be subject to physical injury from vehicular traffic or construction machinery. Contractor shall see to it that conduit and equipment installed by him is not used by other trades as supports for scaffolds or personnel. Delicate equipment shall not be delivered to the job site unless they can be placed in completed and protected areas. Conduit openings shall be capped or plugged during installation.

2. At the completion of the work, equipment, fixtures, exposed supports, and piping shall be cleaned to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer.

E. Allowances:

1. Make due allowance for relocating any lighting fixtures, wiring device, disconnect switch, motor controller, panel-board or equipment item, prior to installation (whether furnished by the contractor or by others and requiring electrical connections), a distance of 5'-0" or less from the locations indicated on the drawings without additional cost to the Government.

F. Cleaning Up and Housekeeping:

1. At the end of each work day, remove all debris, surplus materials or foreign matter

(caused by the performance of the electrical work) from the premises. On completion of the work, the contractor shall be responsible for leaving the premises in a clean condition.

2. Keep stocks of material and equipment stored on the premises in a neat and orderly manner.

END OF SECTION

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