MSD Columbia FA Appendix K- SCM Rev. 3.21_mp3.pdf
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- Howard County, Elkridge CDP, Maryland
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This document is an Appendix to a Design-Build contract opportunity issued by the Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) for the Maryland School for the Deaf, Columbia Campus. The project involves the design, partial demolition, and new construction of a campus-wide Fire Alarm and Mass Notification System (FA/MNS) for three buildings. The work includes the removal of existing fire alarm components, the installation of new FA/MNS components with an emphasis on visual and textual information as well as audible notification, upgrades to the existing fire alarm system, owner training, and pre-testing prior to review by the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Compliance with state codes, regulations, and NFPA standards is required.
The contract opportunity is a Multi-Step Invitation to Bid (MS-IFB) for Design-Build Construction Services. The project is located in Howard County, Maryland, specifically at the Elkridge CDP. Pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent information, and funding requirements are not provided in the document.
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Appendix K
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS FOR DESIGN-BUILD PROJECTS
Chapter 1 - 1.1 When the designation A/E is referenced in this document it shall also include the Design-Builder and the members of the Design-Builder’s Design Team. The Design-Builder’s Design Team shall include the A/E(s) whether in-house or as a consultant. Consultants employed by the Design-Builder are bound by the terms of the Design-Builder’s contract with DGS.
Chapter 1 - 2.2 The five Phases of A/E Service are:
Phase I – Schematic Design.
Phase II – Design Development.
Phase III – Construction Documents.
Phase IV – Construction.
Phase V – Post Construction.
Chapter 1 – 11.7A Substitute Phase IV for Phase V. Substitute Phase V for Phase VI.
Chapter 2 – 1.2.C State Fire Marshal reviews:
After review and acceptance by DGS and the UA, the Design Development and the Construction documents and specifications must be submitted for preliminary review by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Chapter 2 – 13 The requirements of this section shall be adjusted to coordinate with the Design- Builder’s packages as necessary.
Chapter 2 – 14 Prior to construction, the Design-Builder’s proposed design shall be reviewed and approved by DGS, the Using Agency and the State FM. The reviews shall determine if the proposed design addresses the Program and meets the requirements of NFPA 72. The Design-Builder will not be released to begin the Construction Phase unless a consensus is reached among all parties.
Chapter 2 – 15 The existing fire alarm system shall be left in place and operating until switch-over to the new FA/MNS. The Design-Builder shall pretest portions of the new system as they are completed. All testing must be coordinated with the Using Agency. Minimal disruptions to the students and staff is the priority. When all items on the Design-Builder’s Work List have been responded to, the switch-over and scheduling of the FM inspection may proceed. Substantial Completion will be issued only after resolution of the Work List and acceptance by the FM and any noted deficiencies corrected. Demolition of the existing fire alarm and restoration of the resulting finishes will be noted on the Post Substantial Completion Punch List.
Chapter 2 – 15.3.C The Warranty Period begins with the switch-over and activation of the new FA/MNS system.
Chapter 3 – 1.3 The FA/MNS must meet NFPA 72. The proposed design shall be submitted to the State FM for review.
Appendix E 7.0.C The Design-Builder shall be responsible for any review fees and permit fees assessed by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Appendix K
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS FOR DESIGN-BUILD PROJECTS
Appendix E 26.28 Battery back-up shall be provided for the Visual Notification Signage as required for the stated time period per NFPA 72. Resetting of the visual notification signage after activation shall be by electronic signaling from Graphical User Interface (GUI) stations. Manual reset of signs is not acceptable.
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