C. Atch 1 - Environmental Protection Specs.doc

FA4809-10-R-0001

Attachment 1

ATTACHMENT 1 – SPECIFICATION SECTIONS

SECTION 01560

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

1.

DEFINITIONS OF CONTAMINANTS:

1.1 Sediment: Soil and other debris that has been eroded and transported by runoff water.

1.2 Solid Waste: Rubbish, debris, garbage, and other discarded solid materials resulting from industrial, commercial, and agricultural operations, and from community activities.

1.3 Rubbish: A variety of combustible and noncombustible wastes such as paper, boxes, glass, crockery, metal, lumber, cans, and bones.

1.4 Debris: Includes combustible and noncombustible wastes, such as ashes, waste materials that result from construction or maintenance and repair work, leaves, and tree trimmings.

1.5 Chemical Wastes: Includes salts, acids, alkalies, herbicides, pesticides, and organic chemicals.

1.6 Sanitary Waters:

1.6.1 Sewage: Wastes characterized as domestic sanitary sewage.

1.6.2 Garbage: Refuse and scraps resulting from preparation, cooking, dispensing, and consumption of food.

1.7 Oily Waste: Includes petroleum products and bituminous materials.

2.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS: Provide and maintain during the life of the contract, environmental protection as defined herein. Provide environmental protection measures as required to control pollution that develops during normal construction practice. Provide also environmental protective measures required to correct conditions that develop during the construction of permanent or temporary environmental features associated with the project. Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to water, air, and noise pollution. Develop proposals for an environmental protection plan for the project and, prior to the commencement of the work, meet with the Contracting Officer and discuss the proposed environmental protection plan. The meeting shall develop mutual understanding relative to details of environmental protection, including measures for protecting natural resources, required reports, and measures to be taken should the Contractor fail to provide adequate protection in an adequate and timely manner. Perform a preconstruction survey of the project site and take photographs as necessary to enhance the survey.

3.

PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES: The natural resources within the project boundaries and outside the limits of permanent work performed under this contract shall be preserved in their existing condition or restored to an equivalent or improved condition upon completion of the work.

3.1 Land Resources: Except in areas indicated to be cleared, do not remove, cut, deface, injure, or destroy trees or shrubs without special permission from the Contracting Officer. Do not fasten or attach ropes, cables, or guys to any existing nearby trees for anchorages unless specifically authorized. Where such special emergency use is authorized, the Contractor shall be responsible for any resultant damage.

3.1.1 Protection: Protect existing trees which are to remain and which may be injured, bruised, defaced, or other-wise damaged by construction operations.

3.1.2 Repair or Restoration: Repair or restore to their original condition all trees or other landscape features scarred or damaged by the equipment or operations. Obtain approval of the repair or restoration from the Contracting Officer prior to its initiation.

3.1.3 Temporary Construction: Obliterate all signs of temporary construction facilities such as haul roads, work areas, structures, foundations of temporary structures, stockpiles of excess or waste materials, and all other vestiges of construction. Temporary roads, materials, and all other vestiges of construction. Temporary roads, parking areas, and similar temporary use areas shall be graded in conformance with surrounding areas, tilled, and seeded. Include topsoil of nutriment during the seeding operation as necessary to reestablish a suitable stand of grass. The seeding operation shall be as specified in Section 02485.

3.2 Water Resources: Perform all work in such a manner than any adverse environmental impact on water resources is reduced to a level acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

3.2.1 Oily Substances: Take special measures to prevent oily or other hazardous substances from entering the ground, drainage areas, or local bodies of water. Surround all temporary fuel oil, petroleum, or liquid chemical storage tanks with a temporary earth berm of sufficient size and strength to contain the contents of the tanks in the event of content leakage or spillage.

3.3 Fish and Wildlife Resources: During the performance of the work take such steps as required to prevent interference or disturbance to fish and wildlife. Do not alter water flows or otherwise significantly disturb native habitat adjacent to the project area which are critical to fish and wildlife except as may be indicated or specified.

4. EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL MEASURES: If the work associated with this project disturbs more than one acre of land, the contractor shall follow all requirements set forth in North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, Permit No. NCG010000. This includes but is not limited to the design/application of an erosion and sedimentation control plan, paying the associated fee, the proper control of the Certificate of Approval (granted by NCDENR), implementation of the plan, and all the inspection type requirements during the actual construction period along with the proper documentation.

4.1 Burn-off: Burn-off of ground cover is not permitted.

4.2 Protection of Erodible Soils: All earthwork brought to final grade shall be immediately finished as indicated or specified. Protect immediate side slopes and backslopes upon completion of rough grading. Plan and conduct all earthwork in such a manner as to minimize the duration of exposure of unprotected soils.

4.3 Temporary Protection of Erodible Soils. Utilize the following methods to prevent erosion and control sedimentation.

4.3.1 Mechanical Retardation and Control of Runoff. Mechanically retard and control the rate of runoff from the construction site. This includes construction of diversion ditches, benches, and berms, to retard and divert runoff to protected drainage courses.

4.3.2 Sediment Basins: Trap sediment in temporary sediment basins. Select basin size to accommodate the runoff of a local 5 year storm. Pump dry and remove accumulated sediment after each storm. Use a paved weir or vertical overflow pipe for overflow. Remove collected sediment from the site. Institute effluent quality monitoring programs as required by state and local environmental agencies.

4.3.3 Vegetation and Mulch: Provide temporary protection on all side and back slopes as soon as rough grading is completed or sufficient soil is exposed to require protection to prevent erosion.

Such protection shall be by accelerated growth of permanent vegetation, temporary vegetation, mulching, or netting. Stabilize slopes by hydroseeding, anchoring mulch in place, covering with anchored netting, sodding or such combination of these and other methods necessary for effective erosion control.

5. CONTROL AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID, CHEMICAL, AND SANITARY WASTES: Pick up solid wastes and place in containers which are emptied by the contractor on a regular schedule. The preparation, cooking, and disposing of food are strictly prohibited on the project site. Conduct handling and disposal of wastes to prevent contamination of the site and other areas. On completion, leave areas clean and natural looking. Obliterate signs of temporary construction and activities incidental to construction of the permanent work in place.

5.1 Disposal of Rubbish and Debris: Dispose of rubbish and debris in accordance with the requirements specified herein.

5.1.1 Removal from Government Property: Remove rubbish and debris from Government property and dispose of it in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

5.1.2 Chemical Waste: Store chemical waste in corrosion resistant containers labeled to identify type of waste and date filled. Remove containers from the project site, and dispose of chemical waste in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. For oil and hazardous material spills which may be large enough to violate federal, state, and local regulations, notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

5.1.2.1 Petroleum Products: Conduct fueling and lubricating of equipment and motor vehicles in a manner that affords the maximum protection against spills and evaporation.

Dispose of lubricants to be discarded and excess oil in accordance with approved procedures meeting federal, state, and local regulations.

6. DUST CONTROL: Keep dust down at all times, including non-working hours, weekends, and holidays.

Sprinkle or treat, with dust suppressors, the soil at the site, haul roads, and other areas disturbed by operations.

No dry power brooming is permitted. Instead use vacuuming, wet mopping, wet sweeping, or wet power brooming. Air Blowing is permitted only for cleaning non-particulate debris, such as steel reinforcing bars.

No sandblasting is permitted unless dust therefrom is confined. Only wet cutting of concrete blocks, concrete, and asphalt is permitted. No unnecessary shaking of bags is permitted where bagged cement, concrete mortar and plaster is used.

7. NOISE: When available, make the maximum use of “low-noise-emission products” as certified by EPA.

No blasting or use of explosives is permitted.

8. RECYCLING:

A. Construction debris that cannot be recycled: Demolition and/or construction materials that cannot be reused or recycled must be segregated from other solid waste and disposed at an approved C&D landfill. The Wayne County C&D landfill is adjacent to the Municipal Solid Waste Landfill.

B. Recyclables: The contractor shall recycle construction/demolition materials to the maximum extent feasible. The contractor shall segregate recyclables to include, but not limited to, cardboard and scrap metal (conduit, metal door and window frames). The base Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) facility, located at building 2512, will accept segregated cardboard and scrap metal. The contractor is responsible for delivering his recyclables to the QRP facility during normal duty hours, Monday – Friday, 0700-1000 and 1230-1500. The point of contact for the QRP is Mr. Howard Sherrod, (919) 722-1469. The contractor shall contact the QRP before the project work begins, for specific instruction on complying with recycling procedures.

While the QRP is the preferred avenue for recyclables, the contractor may opt to use the Wayne County recycling center (located adjacent to the Wayne County Landfill), or retain his recyclables to sell in a viable recycling market. The base will require documentation to certify that the material has been diverted to such markets. Disposing of recyclables in a municipal solid waste landfill (MSWLF) is not acceptable and may constitute violation of the contract.

Use of demolition debris (rubble) as fill material is considered recycling. The contractor shall report reuse of such material in the monthly Solid Waste Diversion report (see format below).

The contractor will report, monthly, the total weight of solid waste construction/demolition waste he disposed, and percentage diverted through recycling. The report will be made in three copies.

The following format will be used:

Solid Waste Report Project #:

Contract #:

Facility #:

Contractor :

Contractor Point of Contact:

Contractor Phone #:

4 CES QAE:

Report Period: dd/mm/yyyy to dd/mm/yyyy

A. Total Solid Waste Generated

B. Total Amount of Solid Waste Taken to Municipal Solid Waste Landfill

C. Total Amount of C&D Debris Taken to C&D Landfill

D. Total Amount of Recyclables Retained for Consumption by Contractor

E. Total Amount of Recyclables Taken to SJAFB Recycling Center

1. Cardboard

2. Scrap Metal

3. Other

F. Total Amount of Recyclables Taken to Wayne County Recycling Center

1. Cardboard

2. Scrap Metal

3. Other

G. Total Amount of Recyclables Taken/Sold to Other Recycling Points or

Reused On-Site

1. Cardboard

2. Scrap Metal

3. Other

4. Fill Material

H. % Diverted from Municipal Solid Waste Landfill ((C+D+E+F+G)/A) *100

This report must be submitted to the 4 CES project QAE monthly.

QAE: Forward one copy to CEV.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 02444A

FENCE, PRIVACY PANELING

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

1.1 American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) Publications:

A 446-89 Standard Specification for Steel Sheets, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by

Hot-Dip Process, Structural (Physical) Quality

A 525-87 Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated

(Galvanized) by Hot-Dip Process

2. MATERIALS: All fencing and related material shall be as noted below:

2.1 Panel Material: Panel material shall be made of steel conforming to ASTM A 446, Grade E and have a galvanized coating in accordance with the requirement of ASTM A 525, coating designation G-60 (light commercial). All panels shall have two coats of thermosetting acrylic paint. Panels shall be Hgt X 5-1/4” X 1-1/14 X .017” minimum full hard steel, 80,000# minimum PSI, and be pre-punched at the manufacturer.

Paneling shall have the original shipping and manufacturer tags attached and be factory certified to comply with the specifications.

2.2 Horizontal Rails: Horizontal rails shall be roll-formed 15 gauge, pre-punched and 1-1/4” X 1-1/2” X

91. Rails shall have two coats of thermosetting acrylic paint.

2.3 Post: All posts shall be 4” O.D., Schedule 40, and the required length. All posts shall come complete with post caps and two coats of thermosetting acrylic paint. Post shall be origin stamped or factory certified to comply with the specifications. Gateposts must indicate outside diameter for proper gate hinge and latch hardware.

2.4 Gates: All gates shall be made of steel conforming to ASTM A 446, Grade E, and have a galvanized coating in accordance with the requirements of ASTM A 525, coating designation G-60 (light commercial).

All gates shall have two coats of thermosetting acrylic paint. Gates shall include gate frame, panels, horizontal rails, rollers, hinges and latch with padlock. Contractor is responsible for keying padlock as per the government directive. Latches shall be arranged for pad locking so that padlock will be accessible from both sides of the gate regardless of the latching arrangement.

2.5 Top Channel: Top channel shall be made of steel conforming to ASTM A 446, Grade E, and have a galvanized coating in accordance with the requirements of ASTM A 525, coating designation G-60 (light commercial). All top channels shall have two (2) coats of thermosetting acrylic paint. Top channels consist of two (2) channels .017 minimum full hard steel (optional on 6’ and higher standard on 4’ higher sections) pop riveted.

2.6 Fasteners: All fasteners shall be corrosion resistant and as specified by the fence.

2.7 Color of paint shall be selected from standard colors as available through UNR-Rohn/Privacy Paneling, Peoria, Illinois.

3. INSTALLATION: The fence shall be installed on existing grades unless noted otherwise on plans. The fence shall be installed in locations as directed by the Contracting Officer. Fence installation shall be as specified and in accordance with the fence manufacturer’s written installation instructions.

3.1 Excavation: Excavation for concrete embedded items shall be of the dimensions indicated. Post holes shall be cleared of loose materials. Waste material shall be spread where directed.

3.2 Post Setting: Posts shall be set plumb, in alignment, and in concrete bases of dimensions indicated.

Concrete shall be thoroughly compacted, free of voids, and finished in a dome. Concrete shall be cured at least 72 hours before any further work is done on the posts.

3.3 Post Caps: Post caps shall be installed as recommended by the manufacturer.

3.4 Gates: Gate location(s) shall be identified by the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Gates shall be installed per manufacturers recommendations. Gate post concrete shall cure at least 72 hours before any further work is done on the post.

3.5 Padlocks: Padlocks shall be furnished to gate openings and shall have chains that are securely attached to the gate or gate posts. Padlocks shall be keyed alike and two (2) keys shall be provided for each padlock.

3.6 Grounding: Fence shall be grounded at locations shown on plans. Gates shall be connected to the ground wire by a flexible braid copper strap, 1/8” by 1 inch, and of required length. Ground wire shall be No. 6 AWG bare copper wire attached to fence panel and connected to the top of a 3/4” copper clad steel grounding rod, 8 feet long, extended 9 feet into the ground. Underground connections shall be made with grounding clamps.

4. SUBMITTALS: The following items shall be submitted for approval prior to the ordering of materials.

4.1 Catalog data on the fence and associated material.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 05500

ORNAMENTAL METAL FENCING SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 WORK INCLUDED

The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and appurtenances necessary for installation of the ornamental metal fencing system defined herein.

1.02 RELATED WORK

Section 03300 – Cast-In-Place Concrete

1.03 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The manufacturer shall supply a total ornamental metal fencing system. The system shall include all components (i.e., pickets, rails, posts, gates and hardware) required.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

The contractor shall provide laborers and supervisors who are thoroughly familiar with the type of construction involved and materials and techniques specified.

1.05 REFERENCES

ASTM A526-Steel Sheet Zinc-Coated (Galvanized by the Hot Dip Process) ASTM B117-Salt Spray Testing

1.06 SUBMITTAL

The manufacturer's literature and color selections shall be submitted prior to installation.

1.07 PRODUCT HANDLING AND STORAGE

Upon receipt at the job site, all materials shall be checked to ensure that no damage occurred during shipping or handling. Materials shall be stored in such a manner to ensure proper ventilation and drainage, and to protect against damage, weather, vandalism, and theft.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

2.01 MANUFACTURER

The ornamental metal fencing system shall conform to AEGIS II, Invincible 3-Rail style and AEGIS II, Classic 3-Rail style manufactured by Ameristar Fence Products, Inc., in Tulsa, Oklahoma or approved equal.

2.02 MATERIAL

A. The materials for fence framework (i.e., pickets, rails, and posts) shall be manufactured from coil steel having a minimum yield strength of 50,000 psi. The steel shall be galvanized to meet the requirements of ASTM A526 with a minimum zinc coating weight of .90 ounces per square foot (coating Designation G- 90), hot-dip process. Galvanized framework shall be finished per manufacturer’s standard. The color shall be selected by the Contracting Officer. Coated galvanized framework shall have a salt spray resistance of 3,500 hours using ASTM B117 without loss of adhesion.

B. Material for fence pickets shall be 1" square x 14ga. Tubing minimum. The cross-sectional shape of the rails shall conform to the manufacturer's standard design with a minimum thickness of 14ga. Post spacing shall be as recommended by the manufacturer. Provide manufacturer’s recommended post size to meet 110 MPH wind load capacity.

2.03 FABRICATION

A. Pickets, rails, and posts shall be precut to specified lengths. Rails shall be pre-punched to accept pickets.

B. Grommets shall be inserted into the pre-punched holes in the rails and pickets shall be inserted through the grommets so that pre-drilled picket holes align with the internal upper raceway of the rails. (Note: This can best be accomplished by making an alignment jig.)

C. Completed sections (i.e., panels) shall be capable of supporting a 600 lb. load applied at midspan without permanent deformation. Panels shall be biasable to a 25% change in grade.

D. Gates shall be fabricated using panel material and gate ends having the same outside cross-section dimensions as the rail. Each upright and rail intersection shall be joined by welding. Each picket and rail intersection shall also be joined by welding.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION

All new installation shall be laid out by the contractor in accordance with the construction plans.

3.02 INSTALLATION

A. Fence posts shall be set at a spacing as recommended by the manufacturer. Gate posts shall be spaced according to the gate openings specified in the construction plans. The "Concrete" sections of this specification shall govern post base placement and material requirements. Panels shall be attached to posts using panel brackets supplied by the bolt-on hardware supplied by manufacturer. Panels shall be attached to masonry with anchors as recommended by the manufacturer.

B. Contractor shall ground the fence at each location where the fence is crossed by an overhead power line and 150 feet on each side of the crossing. Contractor shall ground both sides of each gate installed under this contract. Grounding at each location shall consist of a #6 AWG copper wire clamped, welded or brazed to the nearest post and to a ¾” x 8ft copper clad ground rod driven to below grade. Bond each pedestrian gate and each swing gate with a braided copper bonding strap a minimum of 0.5 inch wide by

0.051 inch thick. Cantilever slide gates are not required to be bonded with a copper strap but are required to have both sections of fence on each side of the gate grounded.

3.03 CLEANING

The contractor shall clean the jobsite of excess materials; post hole excavations shall be scattered uniformly away from posts.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 16721

FIRE DETECTION, ALARM AND RADIO TYPE REPORTING SYSTEM

1. REFERENCES

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

The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only. All publications shall be referred to in their latest edition, including any revisions thereof.

1.2 American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

ANSI C62-41

Recommended Practice for Surge Voltage in Low-Voltage AC Power Circuits

1.3 Factory Mutual System (FM)

FM P7825

Approval Guide

1.4 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

NFPA 70

National Electrical Code

NFPA 72

National Fire Alarm Code

NFPA 72H

Testing Procedures for Local, Auxiliary, Remote

Stations and Proprietary Protective Signaling Systems

NFPA 78

Lighting Protection Code

NFPA 90A

Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems

1.5 UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC. (UL)

UL 04

Fire Protection Equipment Directory

UL 06

Rigid Metal Conduit

UL 38

Manually Actuated Signaling Boxes for Use with

Fire-Protective Signaling Systems

UL 228

Door Closures-Holders, with or without

Integral Smoke Detectors

UL 268

Smoke Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 268A

Smoke Detectors for Duct Application

UL 464

Audible Signal Appliances

UL 467

Grounding and Bonding Equipment

UL 521

Heat Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 797

Electrical Metallic Tubing

UL 864

Control Units for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Standard Products: Material and equipment shall be the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of the products and shall essentially duplicate items that have been in satisfactory use for at least two years prior to bid opening. Equipment shall be supported by a service organization that can provide repair service within 24 hours. The system/panel/parts/software provided shall be non-proprietary, meaning that all operation, programming, reprogramming, and maintenance can be completed by base shop personnel once acceptance testing is completed. There shall be no need for the base maintenance personnel to contact an outside maintainer for service once the system warranty period is over. Sources of parts shall be provided in the operation and maintenance manuals. Training on all aspects of the system shall be provided per the paragraph for training.

2.2 Nameplates: Major components of equipment shall have the manufacturer’s name, address, type or style, voltage and current rating, and catalog number on a non-corrosive and non-heat sensitive plate which is securely attached to the equipment.

2.3 Keys and Locks: See Contract Para C-103.

2.4 Tags: Tags with stamped identification number shall be furnished for keys and locks on a key ring and given to the Contracting Officer.

2.5 Verification of Dimensions: The Contractor shall become familiar with all details of the work, verify all dimensions in the field, and shall advise the Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing the work.

2.6 Compliance: The fire detection and internal alarm system shall be configured in accordance with NFPA 72. The equipment furnished shall be compatible and be UL Listed or FM approved or approved or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory in accordance with the applicable NFPA Standards.

2.7 Manufacturer’s Services: Services of a manufacturer’s representative who is certified in the installation, maintenance, adjustment, operation, and repair, of the equipment specified shall be provided. The representative shall supervise the installation, adjustment, and testing of the equipment.

2.8 Delivery and Storage: All equipment delivered and placed in storage shall be protected from the weather, humidity and temperature variations, dirt, dust, and other contaminates.

3. SYSTEM DESIGN

3.1 Operation: System shall be a complete, supervised Monaco M-2 Type Fire Alarm System. The system shall be activated into the alarm mode by actuation of any alarm-initiating device. The system shall remain in the alarm mode until initiating device is reset and the fire alarm control panel is manually reset and restored to normal. Electrical supervision shall be Style D, in accordance with NFPA 72. Indicating appliance circuits shall be Style X in accordance with NFPA 72. All circuits shall be capable of operating under a single ground or open condition, as specified in NFPA 72. All textual, audible and visual devices and systems shall comply with NFPA 72.

3.2 Operational Features: The system shall have the following features:

3.2.1 Two Class A (Style D) or four (4) Class B (Style B) alarm initiating (zone) circuits for connection of detection devices such as two-wire or four-wire automatic detectors and manual pull stations.

3.2.2 Two (2) auxiliary zone circuits for connection of non-powered alarm initiating devices such as tamper switches, heat detectors, or manual pull stations.

3.2.3 Expandable to 62 zones (including auxiliary input zones); zones may be Class A and Class B combinations.

3.2.4 Two (2) Class A, (Style Z) or four (4) Class B (Style Y) indicating (bell) circuits for connection of audible and visual alarm evacuation signaling devices; each circuit may be programmed as silenceable or non-silenceable. When Class A is selected, two circuits are provided; one circuit operates for common alarms and one circuit is programmable for specific zone alarms or for common alarm operation. When Class B is selected, four (4) circuits are available; two (2) provide common alarm indications and tow (2) are programmable for specific zone alarms or for common alarm operation.

3.2.5 Zone programming capability, which allows entry of a zone identification number, thirteen character description and type. Each zone is programmed for standard, supervisory, verification, positive alarm sequence, or water-flow alarm operation; the auxiliary zones may also be programmed for tamper or for publicly accessible manual pull station.

3.2.6 An auxiliary alarm output which is used in conjunction with zones that are programmed for water-flow alarm, positive alarm sequence or publicly accessible manual pull station operation.

3.2.7 An auxiliary alarm output which provides 1 Amp, 24 volt, DC power.

3.2.8 One (1) Form C (24 Vdc) auxiliary relay, programmable to operate with one or more zones.

3.2.9 A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), an 18-digit keypad, and pass-code-controlled configuration menus to aid installation, response and maintenance personnel with set-up, alarm and trouble response, system testing and troubleshooting.

3.2.10 LED’s which identify AC power and battery status, common alarm, common trouble, message transmission, carrier detect, messages received, disconnected transmitter and M-1 fault conditions; the LCD displays alarm/trouble locations and the zone descriptions or the panel trouble condition.

3.2.11 Switches for silencing the audible alert, acknowledging alarms and trouble conditions, normalizing the panel, restarting the transmitter, testing LED operation and performing drill tests.

3.2.12 Walk test and transmitter disable functions built-in; individual zones may be disabled at the panel.

3.2.13 An on-board phone plug-type connector for connection of a computer to download pre-configured data to M-1 units or to a terminal for display of menus for programming and testing.

3.2.14 AC power failures, tamper input activation’s and battery faults are specifically reported to the central D-500 with the M-1 address. A battery fault report indicates a disconnected battery, or high or low battery charging voltage; the specific condition is displayed on the LCD. Low battery shut down circuitry prevents complete battery discharge.

3.2.15 Status reports in response to central supervising station scheduled or user initiated interrogations.

3.2.16 On-board radio interrupt circuitry which turns off the transmitter if it outputs a continuous signal for more than 30 seconds. A trouble alarm silence switch shall be provided which will silence the trouble buzzer, but will not extinguish the trouble indicator lamp. After the system returns to normal operating conditions, the trouble buzzer shall again sound until the silencing switch returns to normal position, unless automatic trouble reset is provided.

3.2.17 4-Watts RF output power

3.2.18 An alarm condition on a circuit shall automatically deactivate the air handling units throughout the building.

3.2.19 Trouble buzzer and trouble lamp (light emitting diode or neon light) to activate upon a single break, open, or ground fault condition which prevents the required normal operation of the system.

The trouble signal shall also operate upon loss of primary power © supply, low battery voltage, removal of alarm zone modules, and disconnection of the circuit used for transmitting alarm signals off premises.

3.2.20 Electrical supervision of the primary power (AC) supply, battery voltage, placement of alarm zone modules within the control panel, and transmitter tripping circuit integrity.

3.2.21 Transmitter disconnect switch to allow testing and maintenance of the system without activating the transmitter.

3.2.22 Excavation alarm silencing switch or switches which, when activated, will silence alarm devices, but will not affect the zone indicating lamp not the operation of the transmitter. This switch shall be overridden upon activation of a subsequent alarm from an unalarmed zone and the alarm devices will be activated.

3.2.23 Electrical supervision of circuits used for supervisory signal services. Supervision shall detect all opens, shorts and grounds.

3.2.24 Zones for alarm initiating circuits shall be arranged as indicated on the contract drawings.

3.3 Alarm Functions: An alarm condition on a circuit shall automatically initiate the following functions:

3.3.1 Transmission of a signal over the station fire reporting system.

3.3.2 Visual indication of the alarmed zone on the fire reporting system.

3.3.3 Continuous sounding of alarm indicating devices throughout the building.

3.3.4 Closure of doors held open by electromagnetic devices (detectors with door holders).

3.3.5 Operation of the smoke control system.

3.3.6 Deactivation of the air handling units throughout the building.

3.4 Primary Power: Operating power shall be single phase taken from the building electric service as specified. Circuit breaker shall be provided with key lock. Transfer from normal to emergency power or restoration from emergency to normal power shall not prevent transmission of a signal via the fire reporting system upon operation of any initiating circuit. Circuit disconnecting means shall be clearly marked “Fire Alarm Circuit.”

3.5 Battery Backup Power: Battery backup power shall be through use of rechargeable, sealed-type storage batteries and battery charger.

4. SUBMITTALS

4.1 Shop Drawings: Shop Drawings shall be submitted and shall consist of a complete set of equipment and materials, including manufacturer’s descriptive and technical literature; performance charts and curves; catalog cuts; and installation instructions. Detail drawings shall also contain complete wiring and schematic diagrams and any other details required to demonstrate that the system has been coordinated and will properly function as a unit. Drawings shall show proposed layout and anchorage of equipment and appurtenances, and equipment relationship to other parts of the work including clearances for maintenance and operation. The Contractor shall provide battery calculations for the fire alarm system.

4.2 Test Reports: Upon completion and testing of the installed system, test reports shall be submitted in booklet form showing all field tests performed to prove compliance with the specified performance criteria. Each test report shall indicate the final position of controls.

4.3 Operation and Maintenance Manuals

4.3.1 The Contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer three (3) complete copies of operating instructions outlining step-by-step procedures required for system start up, operation, and shut down.

The instructions shall include the manufacturer’s name, model number, service manual, parts list, and brief description of all equipment and their basic operating features.

4.3.2 The Contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer three (3) copies of maintenance instructions listing routine maintenance procedures, possible breakdowns and repair, and troubleshooting guide. The instructions shall include conduit layout, equipment layout and simplified wiring, and control diagrams of the system as installed.

4.4 Spare Parts Data: After approval of the shop drawings the Contractor shall furnish spare parts data for each different item of materials and equipment specified. The data shall include a complete list of parts and supplies, with current unit prices and source of supply, and a list of the parts recommended by the manufacturer to be replaced after three (3) years of service.

4.5 As-Built Drawings: PRIOR TO PERFORMANCE AND ACCEPTANCE TESTING, the Contractor shall submit two (2) legible copies of all fire alarm drawings showing the “as-built” system. Drawings shall include floor plans showing interconnection of all components along with a legend indicating the manufacturer of each type of device installed.

4.6 Training: The certified fire alarm Contractor shall provide a minimum of eight (8) hours training to the Civil Engineering Alarm Shop and Fire Department personnel. The Contractor shall provide two (2) weeks advance notice to the Contracting Officer.

5. OVER-VOLTAGE AND SURGE PROTECTION

5.1 Power Line Surge Protection: All equipment connected to alternating current circuits shall be protected from power line surges. Equipment shall meet requirements of ANSI C62.41. Fuses shall not be used for surge protection.

6. DELIVERY AND STORAGE

6.1 All equipment delivered and placed in storage shall be stored with protection from the weather, humidity and temperature variation, dirt and dust, and any other contaminants.

PART II – PRODUCTS

7. CONTROL PANEL

7.1 The fire alarm control panel shall be a low voltage, automatic, integrated transceiver/fire alarm control panel, Model M-2, as manufactured by Monaco Enterprises, Inc., of Spokane, Washington. The control panel shall comply with the applicable requirements of UL 864. Panel shall be modular, installed in a surface mounted steel cabinet with hinged door and cylinder lock. Control panel shall be a neat, compact assembly containing all components and equipment required to provide the specified operating and supervisory functions of the system. The panel shall have prominent rigid plastic or metal identification plates for all lamps, zones, controls, meters, fuses, and switches. Nameplates for fuses shall also include ampere rating. Separate alarm and trouble lamp shall be provided for each zone alarm initiating circuit, located on exterior of cabinet door or be visible through the cabinet door. Control panel switches shall be within the locked cabinet. A suitable means shall be provided for testing the control panel visual indicating devices (meters or lamps). Meters and lamps shall be plainly visible when the cabinet of the control unit is closed. Initiating circuits shall have plug-in cards or modules for ease of servicing. Modules or cards shall be removable without disconnecting wiring. Signals shall be provided to indicate, by zone, any alarm, supervisory or trouble condition on the system. Each initiating circuit shall be powered and supervised so that a signal on one zone does not prevent the receipt of signals from other zones. Loss of power, including any or all batteries, shall not require the reloading of a program from any source. Upon restoration of power, start-up shall be immediate, automatic, and shall not require any manual operation. The loss of primary power or the sequence of applying primary or emergency power shall not affect the transmission of alarm, supervisory or trouble signals. Enclosures shall be provided with ample gutter space to allow proper clearance between the enclosure and live parts of the panel equipment. If more than one modular unit is required to form a control panel, the units shall be installed in a single enclosure large enough to accommodate all units.

7.2 Radio Fire Alarm Transceiver: The transceiver shall be compatible with the radio fire alarm base station located at the base fire department. Transceiver units separate from the alarm panel shall be a Monaco BT-XM type. It shall be all solid state and comply with all applicable portions of FCC Part 15 governing type acceptance. All transmitters of a common configuration shall be interchangeable with the other devices furnished by the manufacturer. Each transmitter shall be the manufacturer’s current commercial product completely assembled, wired, tested at the factory and delivered ready for installation operation.

7.2.1 Frequency: The transmitter shall operate on a frequency as coordinated with the Base Fire Department.

7.2.2 Power : Transmitter shall be powered by 120 VAC, and sealed nickle-cadium type batteries requiring no additional water. Transmitter shall automatically switch to battery backup with no interruption of service. Upon restoration of normal power, the transmitter shall automatically transfer back to commercial power with no interruption or alarm activation. Power transient filtering shall be provided in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

7.2.3 Memory: Transmitter shall have memory capability. Multiple, simultaneous alarms shall not result in the loss of any messages. All messages shall be stored until they are transmitted.

7.2.4 Message Designation: Message designation shall be in accordance with the following:

a. Master messages shall be transmitted upon automatic actuation of the transmitter. The building and zone causing actuation shall be individually identified as part of this transmission.

b. Test messages shall be capable of both manual and automatic actuation. Actuation of the “Test” message designation, regardless of initiating means, shall cause no less than one complete message to be sent.

c. Tamper message shall be automatically transmitted when a tamper switch is tripped in the transmitter housing.

d. Trouble message shall be automatically transmitted in the event of a failure in excess of one (1) minute of the main operating power source of the transmitter.

7.2.5 Transmitter Housing: The housing shall be fabricated from corrosion resistant cast metal or suitable substitute which has the physical strength sufficient to ward off physical damage normally expected to be received by vandalism. The housing shall be sealed against the entry of moisture, dust, dirt, insects, and other foreign objects.

7.2.6 Mounting: Transmitter housing shall be designed for universal mounting on walls, poles, or pedestals. Mounting shall utilize either lag bolt, anchor bolts, stainless steel banding, mounting brackets, or a shackle/bolt combination, as applicable to the specific installation.

7.2.7 Environmental Requirement: The transmitter shall be designed for reliable outside operation in an ambient temperature range of –22 degrees F to +140 degrees F. Transmitters shall be corrosion resistant and designed for reliable operation under adverse climatic conditions including 130 mph winds, ice, rain, and snow storms.

7.3 Antenna: The antenna system shall utilize vertical polarization antennas, communication links between transmitters/receivers, and antennas, and matching networks as needed for the proper coverage. The antenna system shall be either omni-directional or shaped-coverage as selected by the contractor based on topography. The antenna system and cabling shall be furnished to provide adequate system gain. The antenna shall be capable of withstanding the environmental conditions of 130 mph wind and 1 inch radial ice without failure. Lightning protection shall comply with NFPA 78

7.3.1 The Contractor shall provide and install an antenna assembly, antenna wall-mount bracket, lightning arrestor kit, coaxial cable and connector. The Contractor shall refer to drawings for detail of antenna installation, manufacturer, and part numbers. The Contractor shall coordinate with Contracting Officer for exact location of installation.

7.4 Circuit Connections: Circuit conductors entering or leaving the panel shall be connected to screw-type terminals with each terminal marked for identification.

7.5 Storage Batteries: Storage batteries shall be provided and shall be sealed, lead-calcium types requiring no additional water. The batteries shall have ample capacity, with primary power disconnected, to operate the fire alarm system for a period of 60 hours. Following this period of operation via batteries, the batteries shall have ample capacity to operate all components of the system, including all alarm signaling devices in the total alarm mode for a period of 15 minutes. Batteries shall be sized to deliver 50 percent more ampere/hours than required for the calculated capacities. Battery cabinet shall be a separate compartment within the control panel cabinet.

7.6 Battery Charger: Battery charger shall be completely automatic, with high/low charging rate, capable of restoring the batteries from full discharge to full change within 8 hours. A separate ammeter shall be provided to indicating rate of charge. A separate voltmeter shall be provided to indicate the state of battery charge. Pilot light shall indicate when batteries are manually placed on a high rate of charge as part of the unit assembly if a high rate switch is provided.

7.7 Manual Fire Alarm Stations. Manual fire alarm stations shall conform to the applicable requirements of UL 38. Manual stations shall be connected into alarm initiating circuits. Stations shall be single action type. Stations shall be finished in red, with raised letter operating instructions of contrasting color. Stations requiring the breaking of glass or plastic panels for operation are not acceptable. Stations employing glass rods are not acceptable. The use of a key or wrench shall be required to reset the station. Gravity or mercury switches are not acceptable. Switches and contacts shall be rated for the voltage and current upon which they shall operate. Stations shall have a separate screw terminal for each conductor. Where boxes must be surface mounted, boxes shall be painted the same color as the fire alarm manual stations.

8. FIRE DETECTING DEVICES

8.1 Fire detecting devices shall comply with the applicable requirements of NFPA 72, NFPA 90A, UL 268, and UL 521. The detectors shall be provided as indicated. Detector base shall have terminals for making connections. No solder connections will be allowed. Detectors shall be connected into alarm initiating circuits.

8.2 Heat Detectors. Heat detectors shall be as indicated. Detectors shall be rated for a minimum of 50 foot spacing (smooth ceiling rated) in accordance with UL 521. Detector coverage shall be 2500 square feet minimum, with maximum distance from wall of 25 feet minimum. (Detectors located in areas subject to moisture or exterior atmospheric conditions or hazardous locations as defined by NFPA 70, shall be types approved for such locations.) Detectors shall have screw terminals for making all wiring connections. Detectors shall be of the low profile type.

8.2.1 Fixed Temperature Detectors. Fixed temperature detectors shall be outlet box mounted and supported independently of wiring connections. Unless otherwise indicated, detectors shall have a specific temperature setting of 135 degrees F. Detectors located in mechanical/electrical rooms or other areas with unconditioned air shall be rated for 194 degrees F.

8.2.2 Combination Fixed-Temperature and Rate-of-Rise Detectors. Detectors shall be outlet box mounted and supported independently of wiring connections. Contacts shall be self-resetting after response to rate-of-rise principle. Under fixed temperature actuation, the detector shall have a permanent external indication which is readily visible.

8.3 Smoke Detectors. Detectors shall be designed for detection of abnormal smoke densities by the ionization principle. Detectors shall contain a visible indicator lamp that shows when the unit is in alarm condition. Detectors shall not be adversely affected by vibration or pressure. Detectors shall be the plug-in type in which the detector base contains terminals for making all wiring connections. Detectors that are in concealed (above false ceilings, etc) locations shall be provided with a remote visible indicator lamp.

8.3.1 Ionization Detectors. Ionization detectors with a dual chamber shall be responsive to both invisible and visible particles of combustion. One chamber shall be a reference chamber and the second a sampling chamber. Detectors containing radium shall not be provided. Detectors shall not cause an alarm condition due to anticipated fluctuations in relative humidity. Detector shall require no replacement or readjustment to restore it to normal operation after an alarm condition. Each detector shall be capable of withstanding ambient air velocity up to 2000 fpm in accordance with UL 268.

8.3.2 Duct Smoke Detectors. Detectors shall have a duct housing, mounted exterior to the duct, with perforated sampling tubes. Activation of a detector shall cause shutdown of the associated air-handling unit. Detectors shall be rated for the air velocity to be expected. Detectors shall be mounted in readily accessible locations. Detectors shall be capable of activating a remote indicating lamp on a remote annunciator.

8.4 Combination Smoke and Heat Detectors. Combination smoke and heat detectors shall have an audible device (self-contained) and be designed for detection of abnormal smoke densities by the photoelectric principle and abnormal heat by a fixed temperature sensor. Detectors shall be provided with an LED light source. Failure of the LED shall not cause an alarm condition and the sensitivity shall be factory set at a nominal 3 percent and require no field adjustments of any kind. The audible devices shall have a sound output of at least 85 dBA at 10 feet. Detectors shall also be integral with a heat sensor rated at 135 degrees F. Detectors shall contain a visible indicator lamp that shows when the unit is in alarm condition and not be adversely affected by vibration or pressure. Detectors shall be the plug-in type in which the detector base contains terminals for making all wiring connections.

8.5 Infrared (IR) Single Frequency Flame Detector. The IR detector shall be sensitive to the 41,000 to 47,000 Angstroms range. The detector shall consist of two IR sensors. One will trigger an alarm when an intense IR signal is received. The other IR sensor will trigger for an appropriate flame flicker frequency that exceeds a lower IR intensity. Detectors shall operate on dc over electrically supervised wiring circuits. Loss of power to the detector shall result in a trouble signal. The flame detector shall have self-test capability. The self-test shall allow each detector to be individually tested.

8.6 Infrared (IR) Dual Frequency Flame Detector. The IR detector shall consist of two or more IR sensors, each selected for a different IR frequency. The primary sensor shall be sensitive to the 41,000 to 47,000 Angstroms range. Secondary sensors are tuned to different IR wavelengths to null out the effect of black body radiation to the primary sensor. Detectors shall operate on dc over electrically supervised wiring circuits. Loss of power to the detector shall result in a trouble signal. The flame detector shall have self-test capability. The self-test feature shall allow each detector to be individually tested.

8.7 Ultraviolet (UV) Flame Detectors. The UV detector has a fast response time and usually is not affected by rain, wind, snow, high humidity, or temperature and pressure extremes. UV units will produce false alarms if they are exposed to arc welding or X and gamma radiation. They can also be blinded by oil film or smoke. UV flame detectors that are used in dirty and dusty environments may be equipped with automatic self-test and self-cleaning devices. The cleaning device uses a stream of clean air across the lens surface to minimize the buildup of contaminants.

8.8 Combination UV/IR Flame Detector. The UV/IR detector shall provide discrimination against false alarms by…