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MULTI-BUILDING FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS 010150 – 1

BOXELDER JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

BOXELDER JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER

MULTI BUILDING FIRE ALARM SYSTEM REHAB AND REPLACEMENT

BUILDINGS E1, E3, G1, G2, H1, H2, H4, M1, O4 AND R1

SECTION 010150

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work for this project requires the contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, utilities, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery and all necessary valid licenses for the work summarized as follows:

This is a multi-building project.

1. Building E1, Counseling Wing – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Background: Two air-handling units in twin arrangement, with a capacity greater than 2,000 CFM, are not provided with a duct-mounted smoke detector upstream of any air filters, exhaust air connections, outdoor air connections, or decontamination equipment and appliances. Additionally, the area served by the air distribution system is not protected by a system of area smoke detectors. The existing building fire alarm system was removed in 2004, when the building was vacant. The fans of the AHU units will not stop if fire or smoke develops. It will continue to run and distribute smoke throughout the building. There is an addressable fire alarm control/annunciator panel (FACP), Model VS1 by Kidde in the mechanical room of adjacent Building M-1.

b. Scope of Work: Contractor shall provide one addressable duct mounted smoke detector in the return air duct of the AHU units in the twin arrangement. Wire the output of the duct smoke detector to shut down the fans of both units upon detection of smoke. Provide one new addressable audio/visual device in the middle of the corridor. Connect the new duct smoke detector and the new audio/visual device to the existing addressable FACP located in the mechanical room of Building M-1. Provide new devices compatible with the existing FACP in Building M-1. Provide battery calculation for the existing FACP and voltage drop calculation for new devices. The new installation shall meet the requirements of the latest edition of NFPA 72, including complete testing and documentation.

c. Estimated materials and quantities: one addressable duct smoke detector, one addressable audio/visual device (horn/strobe), one power booster panel (located in the electrical closet of Building E-1), 220 linear feet of fire alarm wiring in 1/2 inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT).

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2. Building E3 – New Fire Alarm System

a. Background: The area served by the air distribution system is not protected by a system of area smoke detectors, since the building is not provided with a fire alarm system. Two air handling units, located in the attic space, each with a capacity greater than 2,000 CFM, are not provided with duct mounted smoke detectors upstream of any air filters, exhaust air connections, outdoor air connections, or decontamination equipment and appliances.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall design and construct one new addressable fire alarm control/annunciator panel (FACP) in the mechanical room. Serve from the dedicated 20A, 120V circuit. Provide one addressable duct mounted smoke detector in the return air duct of each of two AHU units. Wire the output of each duct smoke detector to shut down the fan in the unit upon detection of smoke. Provide one new addressable audio/visual device in the middle of the corridor. Connect new duct smoke detectors and new audio/visual device to the new addressable FACP. The new FACP unit will be addressable, with battery backup, and have adequate zones for a full building fire alarm system to be installed in the future. Provide the new FACP from the same manufacturer as the rest of the existing newer generation of FACPs utilized at the Center (as example Model VS-1 by Kidde or equal). Provide battery calculation based on the full building fire alarm system. The new installation will meet the requirements of the latest edition of NFPA 72, including complete testing and documentation.

c. Estimated materials and quantities. One new addressable fire alarm control panel, two addressable duct smoke detectors, audio/visual device (horn/strobe), 260 linear feet of fire alarm wiring in 1/2 inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT).

3. Building G1 – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Background: The Vehicle Wash Station area lacks detection and is not provided with initiation devices. There are no heat detectors and no pull station at the area. The building fire alarm system, Model VS series by Kidde, is located in the Electrical Shop.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall provide two heat detectors and one pull station in the Vehicle Wash Station area. Locate the heat detectors while taking in consideration for nuisance alarms from airflows and airborne particulates. Provide a dual action manual pull station in the weatherproof enclosure (suitable for wet location) and locate in the natural egress path within 5 feet of the identified exit door. Provide new fire alarm devices compatible with the existing building FACP. Connect the new devices to the building fire alarm system. Install fire alarm cable in 1/2-inch Galvanized Steel or Stainless Steel electrical metallic tubing (EMT) conduit and have all supports (bolts, straps, screws) shall be of corrosion resistant material (both conduit and support suitable for severe corrosive influence).

c. Estimated materials and quantities: Two addressable heat detectors, one addressable dual action pull station (in a weatherproof enclosure) and 100 LF of fire alarm cable in 1/2-inch Galvanized Steel EMT.

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4. Building G2, Union Carpentry and Union Painting - Paint Booth Fire Suppression System

a. Background: The existing painting spray booth, located in the Paint Shop, is not equipped with a fire suppression system. This painting booth is used for spraying of water based and oil paint. The booth is provided with two explosion proof light fixtures. The size of the booth is 12 feet x 8 feet. The building fire alarm system, Model VS series by Kidde, is located in the corridor near the main entrance in the Carpentry Shop.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall provide a 25-pound, pre-engineered dry chemical fire suppression system, such as ANSUL I-101, Pyro-Chem Monarch System PCI-25ABC, Kidde IND Dry Chemical System or equal.

The type, quantity, location and orientation of discharge nozzles shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements. All nozzles shall be installed with nozzle caps to prevent foreign matter from entering the orifice of discharge nozzles. The fire protection system shall be capable of discharging its contents into the entire protected area simultaneously, including the exhaust plenum and exhaust ductwork. Provide a heat detector, a local alarm (bell or horn), and a manual pull station in accordance with provision of NFPA 72 and the system manufacturer's requirements. Interconnect the new fire suppression system (with the existing fire alarm system, to bring the FACP in alarm in case of fire in the suppression system. Provide power supply to the fire suppression system from the nearest appropriate electrical panel (a 150A main circuit breaker (MCB) panelboard, located in the Painting shop). Interlock operation of the spray booth's ventilation system (makeup air and exhaust fan) and power supply to the operation of the paint booth fire suppression system in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements and installation instructions. Provide a 10 pound dry chemical (hand held) fire extinguisher for the spray booth. Verify existence and provide if necessary, a connection by conductive material from a spray gun handle to ground. Post a sign indicating the necessity for grounding persons entering the spray area.

5. Building G2, Union Carpentry and Union Painting – Duct Detector

a. Background: The existing duct smoke detector, mounted on the duct of the gas-fired furnace, serving the Paint Shop is not interconnected with the new building fire alarm system. The fire alarm system, Model VS series by Kidde, is located in the corridor near the Carpentry Shop main entrance.

The existing gas-fired furnace has capacity of more than 2,000 CFM and according to NFPA 90A, 2018, 6.4.2.1 should be controlled by a duct smoke detector to shut down the fan in case of a fire. The fans will not stop if fire or smoke develops, but will continue to run and distribute smoke throughout the building.

b. Scope of Work: Contractor to verify compatibility of the existing duct smoke detector with the Kidde Model VS series FACP. If the existing duct smoke detector is compatible and in good operational condition, provide an addressable module to interconnect the existing duct smoke detector to the building FACP. If the existing duct smoke detector is non-compatible or

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non-operational, provide one new duct smoke detector. Wire the new smoke detector to the building fire alarm control panel FACP. Wire the output of the duct smoke detector to shut down the fan upon detection of smoke.

Provide one keyed test remote station in the vicinity of the FACP or wall-mounted in the accessible location in the Paint Shop. Re-use the existing conduit to the extent permissible by code.

c. Estimated materials and quantities: One addressable duct smoke detector in NEMA 1 enclosure, compatible with the existing building FACP, one remote test switch with key lock, and approximately 60 LF of fire alarm wiring in 1/2-inch Electric Metallic Tubing (EMT).

6. Building H1, Male Dormitory – Fire Alarm System Rehab

a. Background: Two 12V, 7AH sealed lead acid batteries in the building fire alarm control/annunciator panel, Model MS-4 by Fire Lite (4 zone), located in the Residential Advisors (RA) office at the first floor, are outdated and non-operational. One audio/visual device on the north exterior wall and one audio/visual device at the second floor by the stairs are non-operational.

Two heat detectors, one located in the laundry room and one at the first floor mechanical room are outdated.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall replace two 12V, 7AH sealed lead acid batteries with two new units in-kind and label with a month and a year of manufacturing according to NFPA 72, 2019, 10.6.10.1 requirements.

Replace two audio/visual devices with new units, providing exterior audio/visual device in the weatherproof enclosure. Replace outdated heat detectors with new heat detectors. Provide new conventional devices, compatible with the existing building FACP. Re-test new devices.

c. Estimated materials and quantities: Two 12V, 7AH sealed lead acid batteries, one interior audio/visual device, one exterior audio/visual device in weatherproof enclosure, and two heat detectors.

7. Building H2, Male Dormitory – New Fire Alarm System

a. Background: This building's conventional fire alarm system, fire alarm control/annunciator panel, Model MS-4 by Fire Lite (4 zone), located in the first floor Residential Advisors (RA) office, is reaching the end of its useful life. The FACP and fire alarm devices were replaced in 2003 and are 16 years old According to the last fire alarm inspection report the following are non-operational and recommended for replacement. Four heat detectors are more than 15 years old, with two of them, one in the first floor utility closet, and one in the laundry room are non-operational. Two audio/visual devices (horn/strobe), one in the first floor lobby, and one in the second floor corridor, near the emergency exit are non-operational. One duct detector in the duct of the furnace in the first floor mechanical room is non-operational.

Two 12V, 7AH batteries in the FACP failed the inspection. There are no horn/strobes in the public toilet/shower rooms and laundry room. The existing pull stations are located too high, which is a code violation according to NFPA 72, 2019, 17.15.6.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall provide design/construction to replace the existing building fire alarm system with a new Class A, addressable fire

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alarm system, with new addressable fire alarm control/annunciator panel in the RA office and new addressable fire alarm devices. Provide system type combination carbon monoxide/smoke alarms in the (12) sleeping rooms (with 520 Hz sounder bases). Provide smoke detection in the corridors, storage rooms, lounges, RA offices, and utility rooms, without heat generating equipment. Provide heat detectors in the janitor closets, laundry room, and associated chases, utility and storage rooms, housing heat and dust generated mechanical equipment. Provide pull stations w. plastic covers at the exits, a horn/strobe on the exterior. Provide horn/strobes in the corridors, lounge, laundry room, toilet/shower rooms, and in all other locations as required by latest edition of NFPA 101 (2018) and 72 (2019).

In the mechanical rooms provide system type carbon monoxide (CO) detectors or combination CO/heat detectors. Provide duct smoke detectors at HVAC units with capacity of more than 2000 CFM. Utilize the existing conduit and wiring to the extent permissible by code. All new wiring to be installed in 1/2-inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT) conduit. The new installation shall meet the requirements of the latest edition of NFPA 72 and

101. Provide as-built set, warranties, complete testing and documentation as outlined in NFPA 72 (7.6.6 and 7.8.2). Provide record of completion and re-acceptance testing (NFPA 72 7.5.6 and 7.8.2).

8. Building H4, Female Dormitory – New Fire Alarm System

a. Background: This building's conventional fire alarm system, fire alarm control/annunciator panel Model MS-4 by Fire Lite (4 zone), located in the first floor Residential Advisors (RA) office, is reaching the end of its useful life. The FACP and fire alarm devices were installed in 2003 and are 16 years old. According to the last fire alarm inspection report the following devices are non-operational and recommended for replacement. Four heat detectors are more than 15 years old. One of them, located in the first floor mechanical room, is not reporting to the FACP. One duct detector in the duct of the furnace in the first floor mechanical room and one smoke detector in the RA office are non-operational. Two 12V, 7AH batteries in the FACP failed the inspection. There are no horn/strobes in the public toilet/shower rooms and laundry room. The existing pull stations are located too high, which as code violation according to NFPA 72, 2019 requirements. At the time of October 2019 Facility Survey, the system was in green light, operational, and passes the fire alarm inspection dated 01/04/2019 with above mentioned replacement requirements. (NFPA 101, 29.3.4, 17.14.5)

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall provide design/construction to replace the existing building fire alarm system with a new Class A, addressable fire alarm system, with new addressable fire alarm control/annunciator panel in the RA office and new addressable fire alarm devices. Provide system type combination carbon monoxide/smoke alarms in the (12) sleeping rooms (with 520 Hz sounder bases). Provide smoke detection in the corridors, storage rooms, lounges, RA offices, and utility rooms, without heat generating equipment. Provide heat detectors in the janitor closets, laundry

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room, and associated chases, utility and storage rooms, housing heat and dust generated mechanical equipment. Provide pull stations with plastic covers at the exits, a horn/strobe on the exterior. Provide horn/strobes in the corridors, lounge, laundry room, toilet/shower rooms, and in all other locations as required by latest edition of NFPA 101 (2018) and 72 (2019).

In the mechanical rooms provide system type carbon monoxide (CO) detectors or combination CO/heat detectors. Provide duct smoke detectors at HVAC units with capacity of more than 2000 CFM. Utilize the existing conduit and wiring to the extent permissible by code. All new wiring to be installed in 1/2-inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT) conduit. The new installation shall meet the requirements of the latest edition of NFPA 72 and

101. Provide as-built set, warranties, complete testing and documentation as outlined in NFPA 72 (7.6.6 and 7.8.2). Provide record of completion and re-acceptance testing (NFPA 72 7.5.6 and 7.8.2).

9. Building M1, Dining Hall/Kitchen – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Background: One pull station (manufactured by Cerberus) and one smoke detector (Model BNG-1 by Notifier), both located in the hallway near the entrance to the dining hall, are not connected to the building fire alarm control/annunciator panel, Model VS-1 by Kidde. In addition, there are no smoke detectors in the dining area, no heat detectors in the dishwashing area and in the boiler room.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall replace the pull station and the smoke detector with a new pull station (example Model GSA-M278 by Vigilant or equal) and a smoke detector (example Model GSA-PS by Vigilant or equal). Provide initiating devices in the dining area, provide smoke detectors in the north and west wings, and heat detectors in the central area near the serving line. Provide heat detectors in the dishwashing area and in the boiler room. Provide new devices compatible with the building FACP (Model VS-1 by Kidde). All new wiring in 1/2-inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT). The new installation will meet the requirements of the latest edition of NFPA 72, including complete testing and documentation as outlined.

c. Estimated materials and quantities: Five (5) smoke detectors, five (5) heat detectors, one pull station, 200 LF of wiring in 1/2-inch EMT.

10. Building O4, Wellness Center – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Background: One heat detector is provided in the ward room (the room provided with adjacent toilet room) instead of smoke detector. Smoke detectors are faster responding fire detection devices, providing greater protection for occupants. In addition, according to the last fire alarm inspection report dated 12/05/2018, one pull station at the main entrance is non-operational, and two 12V, 7AH batteries in the conventional 4-zone fire alarm control/annunciator panel ((FACP) Model MS-4 by Fire Lite) failed the inspection.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall Replace the existing heat detector in the ward room with a new conventional smoke detector. Replace the non-operational pull station with a new pull station. Replace non-operational

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batteries with two new batteries. Provide devices compatible with the existing building FACP. All new fire alarm wiring (if needed) in 1/2-inch Electric Metallic Tubing (EMT) conduit. Estimated materials and quantities: Three (3) smoke detectors, one fire alarm pull station, two 12V, 7AH batteries, and wiring in 1/2-inch EMT.

11. Building R1, Gymnasium – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Background: The small mechanical room, housing the propane-fired furnace

(the room with the entrance from the women’s locker room), is not protected by an automatic smoke detection device. NFPA 72 states that when a fire alarm system is required in a building and the room in which the control panel resides is not continuously occupied, then the location of the control panel will be provided with an automatic detection device. A manual fire alarm pull station is not provided at the northeast exit from the gymnasium. NFPA 101 requires these to be provided in the natural exit egress path near each required exit from an area. Another pull station, located at the southwest building exit is damaged. The building fire alarm control panel, Model VS series by Kidde, is located in the office.

b. Scope of Work: The contractor shall provide one photoelectric heat detector on the ceiling if the ceiling is 15 feet in height or less, or on the wall if the ceiling exceeds 15 feet in height. Provide the new heat detector compatible with the existing building fire alarm system and connect to the building FACP. Provide a manual pull station in the natural egress path within 5 feet of the identified exit door. Replace the damaged pull station. Install all wiring in 1/2-inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT) conduit.

c. Estimated materials and quantities: One addressable heat detector, and 20 LF of fire alarm cable in 1/2-inch EMT. And two fire alarm pull stations, 30 feet of 1/2-inch EMT and 120 feet of fire alarm wiring.

1.2 PROJECT LOCATION

A. This project is located at the Boxelder Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center located Number of miles from Nemo South Dakota in Lawrence County. The address is 22023 Job Corps Pl 57759. Driving instructions can be obtained from the Center by calling 605-348-3636.

1.3 PROJECT SCHEDULING

A. Work hours for this project are between 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

1.4 POINT OF CONTACT

Center Point of Contact: Edward P Lewis, 605-348-3636 ext 1142603, Edward.p.lewis@usda.gov

1.5 USE OF PREMISES

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A. Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Government will occupy site and buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations.

C. Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances to buildings clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government and authorities having jurisdiction.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Smoking is not permitted within the buildings or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

1.7 PERMITS

A. State Electrical Inspection is required for this project. Obtain permits for electrical work if the State Electrical Inspector requires a permit to do the inspection.

1.8 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items: The project Schedule of Items includes several sections to organize the work into Base Items and Optional Items.

1. Provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

2. Contract award will be made for all Base Items.

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1- Building E1, Counseling Wing – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to extend the existing fire alarm system from attached building M-1 and to install one addressable duct smoke detector, one addressable audio/visual device (horn/strobe), one power booster panel (located in the electrical closet of Building E-1), 220 linear feet of fire alarm wiring in 1/2 inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT.

2. Base Item No. 2- Building E3 – New Fire Alarm System

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

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b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to design and install one new addressable, expandable, fire alarm control panel, provide two addressable duct smoke detectors, audio/visual device (horn/strobe), and 260 linear feet of fire alarm wiring in 1/2 inch electrical metallic tubing

(EMT)

3. Base Item No. 3- Building G1 – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to provide two addressable heat detectors, one addressable dual action pull station (in a weatherproof enclosure) and 100 LF of fire alarm cable in 1/2-inch Galvanized Steel EMT.

4. Base Item No. 4- Building G2, Union Carpentry and Union Painting - Paint Booth Fire Suppression System

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to provide a complete, integrated, 25-pound, pre-engineered dry chemical fire suppression system for the paint booth,

5. Base Item No. 5- Building G2, Union Carpentry and Union Painting – Duct Detector

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to provide one addressable duct smoke detector in NEMA 1 enclosure, compatible with the existing building FACP, one remote test switch with key lock, and approximately 60 LF of fire alarm wiring in 1/2-inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT).

6. Base Item No. 6- Building H1, Male Dormitory – Fire Alarm System Rehab

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to Two 12V, 7AH sealed lead acid batteries, one interior audio/visual device, one exterior audio/visual device in weatherproof enclosure, and two heat detectors.

7. Base Item No. 7- Building H2, Male Dormitory – New Fire Alarm System

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to design and install a new Class A, addressable fire alarm system, with new addressable fire

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alarm control/annunciator panel in the RA office and new addressable fire alarm devices. This system will replace the existing fire alarm system.

8. Base Item No. 8- Building H4, Female Dormitory – New Fire Alarm System

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to design and install a new Class A, addressable fire alarm system, with new addressable fire alarm control/annunciator panel in the RA office and new addressable fire alarm devices. This system will replace the existing fire alarm system.

9. Base Item No. 9- Building M1, Dining Hall/Kitchen – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to provide five smoke detectors, five heat detectors, one pull station, and 200 LF of wiring in 1/2-inch EMT.

10. Base Item No. 10- Building O4, Wellness Center – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to provide three smoke detectors, one pull station, two 12V, 7AH batteries, and wiring in 1/2-inch EMT.

11. Base Item No. 11- Building R1, Gymnasium – Fire Alarm System Modifications

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to provide and install one addressable heat detector and 20 LF of fire alarm cable in 1/2-inch EMT. And two fire alarm pull stations, 30 feet of 1/2-inch EMT and 120 feet of fire alarm wiring.

PART 2 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

2.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Government approval.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Government approval. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

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2.2 PROCEDURES

A. Contractor Responsibilities

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

2. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

3. Include the following information on label or cover sheet for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. Date of Contractor’s approval.

i. Statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved by the Contractor for compliance with the Contract Documents.

4. The Government will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval and will return them without action.

5. Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless the Contracting Officer (CO) observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

6. Only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by Government are to be used for construction.

7. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

B. Processing Time: Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Government will review initial submittal within 10 working days.

Additional time may be needed if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Resubmittals: If resubmittal is necessary, it will be processed in same timeframe as initial submittal.

2.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Action Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

1. Submit two copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return one copy. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

Electronic submission of PDFs is an acceptable alternative to paper submission.

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B. Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Required Action Submittals

1. Per Technical Specification 283111.

2.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

1. Submit one copy of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copy. Electronic submission of PDFs is an acceptable alternative to paper submission.

2. Provide a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification.

B. Required Informational Submittals:

1. Construction Schedule

2. Sample Manufacturer Warranty

PART 3 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

3.1 USE OF UTILITIES

A. Utilities: Use of Government existing facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in an acceptable condition. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. The following are available for use by the contractor: water, and electrical power services. The following are not available: telephone service.

3.2 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Sanitary facilities aret available for use by the Contractor. Facilities must be cleaned and maintained daily.

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3.3 STAGING AREAS

A. Coordinate on-site staging and storage requirements with the Center Point of Contact or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

3.4 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

A. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste.

3.5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Environmental Protection: Contractor shall provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

B. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with the national or state Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for erecting structurally adequate barricades, paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs/lights to inform personnel and public of possible hazard.

C. Fire Protection.

1. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

2. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire-protection facilities, stairways, and other access routes for firefighting. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire-exposure areas.

3. Supervise welding operations, combustion-type temporary heating units, and similar sources of fire ignition.

PART 4 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 EXAMINATION

A. Before beginning work, examine areas and document existing conditions. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

B. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

C. Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO. Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

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4.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation to fit with existing construction.

B. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

C. Install per manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.

4.3 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with NFPA 241 requirements for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

B. Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

4.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work does not get damaged or deteriorated prior to Substantial Completion.

4.5 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

PART 5 – OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

5.1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Assemble a complete set of operation and maintenance data indicating the operation and maintenance of each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment not part of a system.

Include operation and maintenance data required in individual Specification Sections and as follows:

1. Operation Data: Include emergency instructions and procedures, system and equipment descriptions, operating procedures, and sequence of operations.

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2. Maintenance Data: Include manufacturer's information, list of spare parts, maintenance procedures, maintenance and service schedules for preventive and routine maintenance, and copies of warranties and bonds.

PART 6 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

6.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the CO when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government can occupy or utilize the Work or designated portion thereof for the use for which it is intended, as expressed in the Contract Documents.

B. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise the CO of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, final certifications, and similar documents.

4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Government unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities.

5. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Government. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

7. Submit changeover information related to Government occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

8. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

9. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

C. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

6.2 FINAL COMPLETION

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A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

3. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

6.3 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit two copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

6.4 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. General: Do not use Project Record Documents for construction purposes. Protect Project Record Documents from deterioration and loss. Provide access to Project Record Documents for CO's reference during normal working hours.

B. Record Drawings: Maintain and submit one set of blue- or black-line white prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings.

1. Mark Record Prints to show the actual installation where installation varies from that shown originally. Require individual or entity who obtained record data, whether individual or entity is Installer, subcontractor, or similar entity, to prepare the marked-up Record Prints.

a. Give particular attention to information on concealed elements that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

b. Record data as soon as possible after obtaining it. Record and check the markup before enclosing concealed installations.

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2. Mark record sets with erasable, red-colored pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between changes for different categories of the Work at the same location.

3. Note Construction Change Directive numbers, Change Order numbers, alternate numbers, and similar identification where applicable.

4. Identify and date each Record Drawing; include the designation "PROJECT RECORD DRAWING" in a prominent location. Organize into manageable sets;

bind each set with durable paper cover sheets. Include identification on cover sheets.

6.5 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

C. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

1. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

2. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

3. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

D. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose of lawfully.

END OF SECTION 010150

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BOXELDER JOB CORPS CCC FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

SECTION 283111

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes removal and disposal of existing fire detection and signaling devices and furnishing and installing fire alarm devices, panels, and equipment for a complete conventional or addressable fire alarm system; including, detectors, manual stations, notification devices, fire alarm panels, annunciators, wiring, conduits, and other related items.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplemen-tary Conditions and Division 1 Specifications, apply to this Section.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. As specified in Division 1 Section “Submittal Procedures.”

1. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's literature for detectors, annunciators, manual stations, and control panels including all required modules, alarm bells, horns, wire and raceway, detector removal tool, detector tester, and batteries.

2. Shop Drawings: Comply with NFPA 72 requirements.

a. Floor plans showing proposed new devices and types complying with

NFPA 72. Show spacing of smoke and/or heat detectors. Show sizes and routing of new cable and conduits (if applicable).

b. System riser diagram with new and existing conduit sizes, cable and wire types and sizes.

c. Batteries: Size calculations.

d. Wire Voltage Drop: Submit calculations showing voltage drop through each new circuit.

B. Closeout Submittals: As specified in Division 1 Section “Closeout Procedures.”

1. Field quality-control test reports.

2. Final Documentation including the following:

a. Approval and Acceptance: Provide the “Record of Completion” form according to NFPA 72.

b. Record Drawings: Provide the “Permanent Records” according to NFPA

72. Drawings shall include:

1) Plan views showing the actual location, designation, and interconnection of all system devices, including junction boxes.

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2) Detailed single-line wiring schematics showing wiring terminations at panels and devices remote from the panel for each loop or zone.

3. Manufacturer's operation and maintenance data for all initiation, annunciation, and control devices.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Performed by a state licensed fire alarm installer or under the direct supervision of a state licensed fire alarm installer. Additionally, personnel trained and certified by manufacturer for installation of equipment.

B. Source Limitations for Fire Alarm Systems and Components:

C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in

NFPA 70.

D. Performance: Comply with NFPA 72.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER

A. Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the manufacturers specified.

1. Kidde

2. Fire Lite Alarms, a Honeywell company.

3. NOTIFIER, a Honeywell company.

2.2 DETECTORS

A. General: Comply with UL 268, operating at 24-V dc, nominal two or four wire type.

1. Base: Twist-lock module that connects to a fixed base. Provide terminals in the fixed base for connection to building wiring.

2. Self-Restoring detectors that do not require resetting or readjustment after actua-tion to restore them to normal operation.

3. Integral Visual Indicating Light: LED or similar type light indicating detector has operated and power-on status.

4. Addressable or Conventional, depending on the application.

B. Photoelectric/Thermal: Actuated by either photoelectric or thermal inputs with remote sensitivity adjustment.

C. Heat Detectors: Comply with UL 521, operating at 24-V dc, nominal.

1. Combination Type: Actuated by either a fixed temperature or a rate of rise.

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2. Fixed-Temperature Type: Actuated by a fixed temperature.

2.3 DUCT DETECTORS

A. General

1. UL Standard 268A.

2. Clear duct sensor housing with test port.

3. Can be mounted to rectangular or round duct.

4. Magnetic test feature.

5. Test station with keyswitch and red LED status indicator.

6. Sample tube – match duct size.

7. Addressable (if applicable).

2.4 PULL STATIONS

A. Manual Fire Alarm Station: Comply with UL 38.

1. General: Single action, pull lever type, finished in red with molded, raised-letter operating instructions, compatible with fire alarm control panel.

2. Outlet box: Manufacturer’s recessed or surface mounted back box.

3. Station Reset: Key-or wrench operated switch. Provide reset tool with pull sta-tion.

4. Indoor Protective Shield: Where indicated, provide factory-fabricated wire guard or clear plastic enclosure hinged at the top to permit lifting for access to initiate an alarm.

5. ADA compliant.

6. Provide Addressable or Conventional depending on the application.

7. Addressable station to have visible LED indicator light that flashes during communications and is on stead when the station has been activated. (for ad-dressable systems only)

2.5 INITIATING AND INTERFACE DEVICES

A. Intelligent, microprocessor based, interface module, single input to monitor normally open or closed dry contact and reports the contact’s status to the control panel.

2.6 NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES

A. Horns: Comply with UL 464. Electric vibrating-polarized type, 24-V dc producing a sound pressure level of 96 dBA, measured 10 feet from the horn, using the coded sig-nal prescribed in UL 464 test protocol.

B. Visible Notification Appliances: Xenon strobe lights complying with UL 1971, with clear or nominal white polycarbonate lens mounted on an aluminum faceplate. Field selectable 15/30/75/110cd, rated light output

C. Combination Device: Factory-integrated audible and visible devices in a single as-sembly, ADA compliant.

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D. Combination Device with speaker: meets UL1480 and ULC S521, ADA compliant.

To be hooked up to Voice Control Panel.

E. Indoor Protective Guards: Where indicated provide factory-fabricated wire guard or clear plastic enclosure. Light output ratings of visible notification appliances shall be determined with shield in place.

2.7 ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL

A. General: Microprocessor based, UL listed, complying with UL 864 and meeting the requirements of NFPA 72 for local fire alarm control for automatic or manual service, fire detection and control with addressable initiation and addressable notification.

B. Alphanumeric Display and Systems Controls: LCD display for display of alarm, supervisory, and component status messages and the programming control menu.

C. Primary Power: 24-V dc obtained from 120-V ac service and a power supply module.

Alarm current draw of entire fire alarm system shall not exceed 80 percent of the power supply module rating.

D. Secondary Power: 24 V dc supply system with batteries, automatic battery charger, and automatic transfer switch.

E. IDNET+ communications for up to 100 addressable points.

F. Provide with semi-flush trim kit.

G. Expansion card cage to hold network interface module.

2.8 REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR

A. Description: Functions matching fire-alarm control unit for alarm, supervisory, and trouble indications. Manual switching functions matching fire-alarm control unit, in-cluding acknowledging, silencing, resetting, and testing. Flush mount annunciator where possible.

B. Display Type and Functional Performance: Alphanumeric display and LED indicating lights shall match those of fire-alarm control unit.