Fire Alarm-Performance Based Spec.pdf

FIRE ALARM – PERFORMANCE BASED SPECIFICATION

The existing system does not comply with current fire alarm code requirements. Sheet EX101 of the project drawings shows existing conditions only. In reference to sheet EX101 and according to the requirements of specification section 28 31 64, the contractor shall:

1) Install a new addressable intelligent fire alarm system throughout the facility. New system is to include a new remote enunciator panel. Ensure that explosion proof devices are placed in compliance with current code. The existing system must remain operational until the new system is approved and accepted in writing by the Contracting Officer.

a. Remove existing Smoke detection devices throughout facility. Install new as required under NFPA 72 and NFPA 90A.

b. Provide and install Horn/Strobes on ceilings throughout the facility as required by

NFPA 72. Install strobes only in restrooms.

c. Remove existing Pyrotronics panel. Install new panel in compliance with UFC 3-

600-01 and NFPA 72 and in the ‘Base Facility Design Standard, Hill Air Force

Base’ dated 15 Apr 2010.

d. Provide and install all new fire alarm wiring, devices, conduits, smoke detectors and connectors. Remove the existing alarm system in it’s entirety once the new system is complete and accepted. (This does not include any fully functional heat detectors installed in the EPU tank repair area). NOTE: Mounting boxes in false ceilings and hard pan ceilings not being reused for new alarms shall be removed, as well as connecting conduits back to alarm loop conduit boxes, and the ceiling patched or false ceiling panel replaced. Alarm wiring is NOT permitted to be abandoned. Abandoned empty conduits and boxes in false ceiling spaces shall be marked ‘For Future Use’ and all others removed.

e. Pull stations shall be installed per code requirements (NFPA 72) adjacent to facility exits.

f. Provide shop drawings of alarm system for Government approval prior to installation.

g. Certifications and requirements for installers and other work related to the fire alarm system shall be according to specification section 28 31 64.