part_4_eng_and_constr_requirements.pdf

BL 95 Renovation Contract Number: --

NSA Souda, Crete, Greece

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Part 4 Minimum Materials, Engineering and Construction Requirements

Table of Contents

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.0 PERFORMANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

B20 EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE

B30 ROOFING

C30 INTERIOR FINISHES

D10 CONVEYING Elevators and Escalators

D20 PLUMBING

D30 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEMS

D40 FIRE PROTECTION

D50 ELECTRICAL

E10 EQUIPMENT

E20 FURNISHINGS

F10 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

F20 SELECTIVE BUILDING DEMOLITION

G10 SITE PREPARATIONS

G20 SITE IMPROVEMENTS

G30 SITE CIVIL/MECHANICAL UTILITIES

G40 SITE ELECTRICAL UTILITIES

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1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The requirements indicated here are minimum performance requirements. More specific project functional and performance requirements, scope items and expected quality levels over and above the standards in Part 4 are identified in Part 3 of the Request for Proposal or Basic Ordering Agreement. The Contractor is encouraged to exceed the minimum requirements. The Contractor's performance evaluation will be based in part on enhancements to materials, engineering, design and construction provided for the contract that exceed minimum requirements.

Part 4 is a general section. Not all items in Part 4 will be required for this project. See Part 3 for project-specific requirements. See "Order of Precedence" paragraph in Part 2 for relationships between all parts of the RFP.

In general, unless otherwise indicated, Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment and materials necessary to complete the work required for the contract. All work shall be in conformance with all applicable referenced criteria, construction standards, laws and regulations, including applicable building and fire, life safety codes.

Recycled Materials Considerations:

An Affirmative Procurement Program has been established within the Federal government to promote the purchase of products containing recovered materials. This program promotes the purchase of products containing materials recovered from the solid waste stream. The intent is to conserve resources and reduce solid waste by developing markets for recycled products and encouraging manufacturers to produce quality recycled content products. The contractors shall use products that meet or exceed the EPA guideline standards for recovered content as required by the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Availability lists of manufacturers and EPA research on product usage are on the Construction Criteria Base (CCB) at http://www.ccb.org under Documents Library, NAVFAC Criteria. A partial list of products containing recycled materials for possible use is as follows:

• Rock Wool Insulation

• Fiberglass Insulation

• Cellulose Insulation

• Structural Fiberboard and Laminated Paperboard

• Cement and Concrete - Coal Fly Ash http://www.ccb.org/

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• Carpet including backings and cushions

• Floor Tiles

• Reprocessed and Consolidated Latex Paint

• Crushed Concrete Aggregate for new asphalt, concrete or subgrade

• Recycled glass for terrazzo aggregate

• Acoustical Ceiling Tile

• Gypsum Wallboard

• Steel wall studs

• Cellulose spray applied fireproofing

• HDPE Toilet Partitions

1.1 MATERIALS AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

Only new materials and equipment shall be installed in the work. All materials, equipment and appliances shall be of the current manufacturers' products. No obsolete or discontinued materials, equipment and appliances shall be used, except that construction materials containing recycled content as described in Paragraph 1 of this Part that completely comply with all materials specifications found elsewhere in this Part may be used.

1.2 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

The design and construction shall be in accordance with established construction practices, and the latest revision/edition of the following referenced codes and standards. The term "Latest Revision/Edition" is defined as the version as of the project award date. References are available at www.wbdg.org/ndbm/ . The advisory provisions of all codes and standards shall be mandatory, as though the word "shall" had been substituted for "should" wherever it appears.

Reference to the "authority having jurisdiction" shall be construed to mean "Contracting Officer".

Comply with the required and advisory portions of the current edition of the standard at the time of contract award. All work to comply with UFC 1-200-01, General Building Requirements, and IBC 2009 or later edition as modified by applicable NFPA Standard as well as codes and standards listed in RFP Part 2 Attachment A.

1. Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC 1-200-01 General Building Requirements)

2. FC 1-300-09N Navy and Marine Corps Design Procedures

3. International Building Code (IBC) http://www.wbdg.org/ndbm/

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4. International Plumbing Code (IPC)

5. International Mechanical Code (IMC)

6. Steel Door Institute (SDI)

7. American Aluminum Manufacturers Association (AAMA)

8. ASHRAE Standards and Handbooks

9. Hellenic Technical Chamber Technical Guidance (TOTEE)

1.3 LOCATION-SPECIFIC CODES AND STANDARDS

See Part 3.

1.4 DISCREPANCIES

When discrepancies in the referenced standards and the contract requirements occur, the more stringent requirements shall govern. The word "should" in all NFPA publications shall be interpreted as a requirement. The Authority Having Jurisdiction in the interpretation of the codes and standards, and approving the exceptions allowed in the referenced standards, shall be the Contracting Officer, and the parties designated by the Contracting Officer.

2.0 PERFORMANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Note: The paragraph numbers used correspond with the numbers used in UNIFORMAT II/Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) as listed in the Whole Building Design Guide, Navy Design Build Master, accessible at this website: www.wbdg.org/ndbm .

SECTION B. SHELL

Building shell may be of any materials and design allowed by applicable codes and standards, subject to specific requirements that may be applicable to a particular activity, such as the base exterior architecture plan (BEAP) and UFC 4-010-01.

B20 EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE

B2010 EXTERIOR WALLS

1. Metal Wall Panel Exterior Closure http://www.wbdg.org/ndbm

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Panels shall have factory applied, baked coating to the exterior and interior of metal wall panels and metal accessories. Exterior finish topcoat shall be of 70 percent polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) resin with not less than 0.8 mil dry film thickness (DFT).

Exterior primer shall be standard with panel manufacturer with not less than 0.8 mil dry film thickness (DFT).

Wall system and attachments shall resist wind loads as determined by ASCE 7, with a factor of safety appropriate for the material holding the anchor. Maximum deflection due to wind on aluminum wall panels shall be 1/60. Maximum deflection due to wind on steel wall panels and girts behind aluminum or steel wall panels shall be limited to 1/120 of their respective spans, except that when interior finishes are used the maximum allowable deflection shall be limited to 1/180 of their respective spans.

Conformations - Non-insulated steel or aluminum wall panels shall have configurations for overlapping adjacent sheets or interlocking ribs for securing adjacent sheets and shall be fastened to framework using concealed fasteners, or choose the option for exposed fasteners when exposed fasteners are acceptable at the installation. Length of sheets shall be sufficient to cover the entire height of any unbroken wall surface.

a. Steel Wall Panels:

1) Material and Coating: Form sheets from steel conforming to ASTM A 653/A 653M, Structural Grade 40, galvanized coating conforming to ASTM A 924/A 924M, Class G-90; aluminum-coated steel conforming to SAE AMS 5036; or steel-coated with aluminum-zinc alloy conforming to ASTM A 792/A 792M, except that coating chemical composition shall be approximately 55 percent aluminum, 1.6 percent silicon, and 43.4 percent zinc with minimum coating weight of 0.5 ounce per square foot.

2) Gage: Minimum 22 U.S. Standard Gage for wall panels, but in no case lighter than required to meet maximum deflection requirements specified.

b. Aluminum Wall Panels:

1) Material and Coating - Form sheets of Alloy 3004 or Alclad 3004 conforming to ASTM B 209 having proper temper to suit respective forming operations.

2) Thickness - Minimum 0.81 mm (0.032 inch) nominal, but in no case thinner than that required to meet maximum deflection requirements specified.

c. Insulated Aluminum or Steel Wall Panels: Insulated wall panels shall be steel or aluminum factory-fabricated units with insulating core between metal face sheets securely fastened together and uniformly separated with rigid spacers.

Panels shall have a factory color finish. Wall panels shall have edge configurations with interlocking ribs for securing adjacent panels. System shall utilize factory fabricated corners and trim pieces at intersections with other materials. Insulated wall panels shall be fastened to framework using concealed fasteners.

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a. Insulated Steel Panels - Zinc-coated steel conforming to ASTM A 653/A 653M;

or Aluminum-zinc alloy coated steel conforming to ASTM A 792/A 792M, AZ 55 coating. Uncoated wall panels shall be 0.61 mm (0.024 inch) thick minimum.

b. Insulated Aluminum Panels - Alloy conforming to ASTM B209, temper as required for the forming operation, minimum 0.81 mm (0.032 inch) thick.

2. Exterior Painting and Special Finishes; All painting and coating materials shall be low

VOC. Painting practices shall comply with applicable federal, state and local laws enacted to insure compliance with Federal Clean Air Standards. Apply coating materials in accordance with SSPC PA 1. SSPC PA 1 methods are applicable to all substrates.

All paint shall be in accordance with the Master Painters Institute (MPI) standards for the exterior architectural surface being finished. The current MPI, "Approved Product List" which lists paint by brand, label, product name and product code as of the date of contract award, will be used to determine compliance with the submittal requirements of this specification. Provide paint systems tested to "Detailed Performance Level" standard as defined by MPI.

B2020 EXTERIOR WINDOWS

All windows and doors in new or existing buildings, which are subject to Anti-terrorism Standards, must be blast-resistant as prescribed in UFC 4-010-01.

Unless otherwise allowed by Part 3, windows for new facilities shall be aluminum. In building additions or renovations windows shall match existing window materials. Exterior windows design, dimension, and construction shall meet or exceed the requirements for Anti Terrorism Force Protection requirements. In addition, exterior windows shall meet or exceed Energy Star requirements. The design and placement of exterior windows shall take into considerations view, natural light, privacy, and protection for the occupants of the facilities. Provide operable hardware and insect screen for exterior windows. Windows shall be fabricated by manufacturers normally involved in the manufacturing of windows and shall be of the current make and model.

No obsolete or discontinued windows shall be used. Provide weather stripping, STC and IIC rating, commensurate with the intended use of the facility. Submit catalog information and manufacturer's specifications for approval by Contracting Officer prior to purchase of windows.

All window assemblies shall meet performance grade CW tested in accordance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-08 or most current edition of this standard.

Where windows separate conditioned spaces from non-conditioned spaces, provide windows bearing NFRC energy label indicating window exceeds current EnergyStar criteria. For storefront or curtainwall systems, provide thermally broken framing and insulating glazing with whole-assembly U-value of 0.40 or less. Provide windows exceeding requirements of ASHRAE 90.1, Table 5.5 for project climate zone.

Windows shall consist of fixed and operable sash used singly and in multiples. Provide operable sash in spaces occupied by people as a minimum. Include operating hardware, non-corroding

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1. Metal Windows: All windows shall conform to ANSI/AAMA/WDMA 101. Metal windows with insulating glass shall have thermally broken frames and sash. Factory finish aluminum windows and provide with aluminum frame screens with aluminum mesh at operable sash, hardware and locks, and tinted glazing. Aluminum screens shall comply with ANSI/SMA 1004.

2. Glazing: All exterior glazing shall be insulating glass.

a. Clear Glass - Type I, Class 1 (clear), Quality q4 (A);

b. Heat-Absorbing Glass - ASTM 1036, Type I, Class 2 Quality q3 (select) ray frames;

c. Wire Glass - Type II, Class 1, Form 1, Quality q8 Mesh m1 or Form 2, Quality q7;

d. Laminated Glass - ASTM 1172, total thickness shall be nominally 6 mm (1/4 inch);

e. Insulating Glass Units - Typically ASTM C 1036, Type I, Class 1, Quality q4, minimum 6 mm;

f. Tempered Glass - ASTM C 1048, Kind FT (fully tempered);

g. Patterned Glass - ASTM 1036, Type II, Class 1 (translucent), Form 3 (patterned), Quality q7 (decorative), Finish f1 (patterned one side), Pattern p2 (geometric) 5.55 mm (7/32 inch) thick.

B2030 EXTERIOR DOORS

Exterior doors shall be heavy duty insulated steel doors and frames for service access. Door frames shall have welded corners. Use heavy-duty overhead holder and closer to protect doors from wind damage. Steel shall have G60 galvanized coating in accordance with ASTM A 924/A 924M and ASTM A 653/A 653M when the job site is located within 300 feet from a body of salt water. Provide commercial quality, coating Class A zinc coating in accordance with ASTM A591 for other steel or steel skin hollow metal doors at other locations. Provide kickplates on the inside face of all exterior doors. Weather-protect all exterior doors and related construction with low infiltration weatherstripping and sealants. Provide threshold with offset to stop water penetration while maintaining accessibility compliance. Conform to the design criteria of ASCE

7. See the hardware schedule for door hardware requirements.

Where doors separate conditioned spaces from non-conditioned spaces, provide doors exceeding current EnergyStar criteria. For storefront entrances, provide thermally broken door framing and insulating glazing with whole-assembly U-value of 0.67 or less. Provide doors exceeding requirements of ASHRAE 90.1, Table 5.5 for project climate zone.

1. Steel Doors: Exterior doors shall comply with ANSI A250.8-1998 (SDI-100). Hardware preparation shall be in accordance with ANSI A250.6. Doors shall be hung in accordance with ANSI A115.16.

a. Doors Required:

1) Standard Duty Doors - Level 1, MSG # 20 (IP 0.032", 0.8 mm), physical performance Level C, Model 1 or 2.

2) Heavy Duty Doors - MSG # 18 (IP 0,042", 1 mm), physical performance Level

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B, Model 1 or 2.

3) Extra Heavy Duty Doors - Level 3, MSG #16, (0.053", 1.3 mm) physical performance Level A, Model 1, 2, or 3.

4) Maximum Duty Doors - Level 4 (IP 0.067", 1.6 mm), physical performance Level A, Model 1 or 2.

b. Insulated steel doors and frames are required for entrances to dwelling units, and may also be specified as a Contractor's option to Level 1 standard hollow metal doors. Do not use wood doors for exterior doors, unless they are fully protected from the elements, an exterior grade species, and specially finished.

If wood doors are used, provide in accordance with Standard Design-Build Performance Technical Specification Paragraph B203001 2.

2. Fire doors: Provide in conformance with NFPA 80 an NFPA 105. Fire door and frame shall bear the label of UL, FM or WHI attesting to the rating required.

Provide stainless steel astragals complying with NFPA 80 for fire-rated assemblies and NFPA 105 for smoke control assemblies.

3. Standard Steel Frames; ANSI A 250.8. Form frames with welded corners for installation in exterior walls. Form stops and beads of 20 gage steel. Frames shall be set in accordance with ASTM A250.11. Anchor all frames with a minimum of three jamb anchors and base steel anchors per frame, zinc-coated or painted with rust-inhibitive paint, not lighter than 18 gage. Mortar infill frames in masonry walls, and infill with gypsum board compound at each jamb anchor in metal frame walls. Only use surface exposed bolted anchors in concrete walls.

3. Door and Frame Finishes: a) Exterior Doors, Factory-Primed and Field Painted Finish -

Doors and frames shall be factory primed with a rust inhibitive coating as specified in ANSI A250.8. Factory prime doors on six sides of the door; b) Exterior Doors Galvanized Finish -- Shall be Commercial Quality, Coating Class A, zinc coating in accordance with ASTM A 591 when facility is located further than 91 meters (300 feet) from the ocean. When facility is located within 91 meters (300 feet) of the ocean, provide G60 galvanized coating in accordance with ASTM A 924/A 924M and ASTM A 653/A 653M.

4. Rolling Service Doors and Grilles: Coiling overhead doors shall have minimum 22 gage thermal insulated slats. Electric operators shall have three-button switches conforming to NEMA MG 1, NEMA ICS 1, and NEMA ICS 2, and auxiliary hand chain operation, weather-stripping and wind-locks. Doors shall be capable of withstanding the design wind loading of ASCE 7 and still operate normally. Finish of the door shall be hot-dipped galvanized with a painted finish.

4. Hardware: Provide the services of a Certified Door Hardware Consultant to prepare the door hardware schedule.

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Provide all new hardware with satin chrome finish throughout. Hardware shall be commercial grade, suitable for the operational requirements and in compliance with life safety code and handicapped accessibility requirements, similar in quality to the hardware shown in C1020 Interior Doors and Hardware below.

Coordination: Provide a master keying system compatible with the existing base system. Provide an emergency access key box for exterior door fireman key access.Coordinate with the local authority and the Contracting Officer to determine the local requirements for hardware, keying and master keying.

Provide closer and kick plate for fire-rated door.

Exit Device - BHMA A 156.3, Grade 1. Touch bars shall be provided in lieu of conventional crossbars and arms.

B30 ROOFING

For repair of existing roofing, the cutting of the existing roof shall be kept to a minimum and, where necessary, shall be made in a clean and orderly manner to prevent the appearance of a patch.

Repair all damage to existing and new roofing caused by the work of this Contract at no additional cost to the Government. The work shall be executed in such a manner as to maintain the integrity of the existing roofing manufacturer's warranty.

1. Pre-Roofing Conference: Prior to beginning roofing work, the Contractor shall hold a Pre-Roofing Conference with the personnel directly responsible for the roofing systems work, as well as the roofing manufacturer's technical representative.

2. Roof Design Assurance: If the roofing project is significant (Significant Roof - A single or group of buildings greater than 1,400 m2 (15,000 sf)), or where extenuating circumstances of the roof project such as building use, content, safety, or visibility require a roofing consultant, the Contractor shall utilize the services of a Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) certified by the Roof Consultant Institute, or a Registered Professional architect or Engineer who specializes in roofing, to approve the roof design.

The roof consultant must be engaged in roofing design and roofing construction as his primary endeavor. The roof consultant shall verify in writing that the design for the project is in accordance with the current edition of NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual, UFC's, and RFP, and standard industry practices and building codes.

If a Roof Design Assurance Consultant is needed, consider using a Registered Roof Observer as a QC specialist.

B3010 ROOF COVERINGS

Roof coverings and procedures shall comply with the requirements of UFC 3-110-03, Roofing, and

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NRCA, Roofing and Waterproofing Manualfound at http://www.nrca.net/rp/technical/manual/manual.aspx as the primary NAVFAC roofing criteria. Roof selection shall comply with UFC 3-330-02A, Design: Commentary on Roof Systems. Determine wind uplift using wind speed in accordance with ASCE-7.

1. STEEP SLOPE ROOF SYSTEMS:

a. Steep slope systems shall be roofs with a pitch greater than 3 in 12. Steep Slope

Systems are slate roofing, Asphalt Shingles, Roof Tiles, Foam Set Tiles, Metal Roof Panels (Architectural Standing Seam Metal Roofs on supported substrate), and Structural Standing Seam Metal Roof (SSSMR). Asphalt shingles can only be used for residential construction and light commercial construction.

2. ROOF COMPONENTS:

a. Prefinished insulated metal roof panels: Provide prefinished insulated metal rood panels, in accordance with relevant ASHRAE Standards.

b. Flashing and Sheet Metal: Provide flashing and sheet metal work including scuppers, splash pans, and sheet metal roofing. Flashing and sheet metal shall be provided in accordance with roof manufacturer's printed installation instructions and in compliance with NRCA and SMACNA recommendations. Fabricate Flashing and sheet metal components from Copper, Lead-Coated Copper sheet, Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) - ASTM A 653/ A 653M, Stainless Steel - ASTM A 167, Type 302 or 304, 2D finish, or Pre-Finished Aluminum.

c. Gutters and Downspouts: Provide gutters and downspouts compatible with roofing material and finish. Concealed (interior) gutters and downspouts are prohibited. Provide splash guards at points of discharge.

SECTION C. INTERIORS

C30 INTERIOR FINISHES

C3040 PAINTING

All painting and coating materials shall be low VOC, comply with local air quality control laws and, regulations; and conform to the Master's Painters Institute's (MPI) Architectural, Interior Systems Manualand the MPI's Maintenance and Repainting Manualrecommendations for paint systems, surface preparation and applications.

Provide minimum of one prime coat and two finish coats. The prime coat shall not be combined with texture or other coatings. Seal and prime all surfaces to cover underlying stains or discoloration that may affect finish paint. Finish coats shall provide full coverage of undercoats and substrates. All walls and ceilings in wet area shall have semi-gloss paint. All wood or metal cased openings, door trims and casings, window trims and casing, and other finish trim shall have semi-gloss paint. All interior walls and ceilings shall have satin or eggshell finish. For previously painted surfaces, prime all surfaces to ensure compatibility of finish coats. Do not paint http://www.nrca.net/rp/technical/manual/manual.aspx

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Provide Institutional Low Odor/Low VOC Latex paint or High Performance Architectural Latex systems as defined and approved by the MPI Systems Manual for the various substrates required to be painted.

Paint/Color Selection: Provide paint systems tested to "Detailed Performance Level" standard as defined by MPI. Paints shall be readily available for purchase in standard colors.

SECTION D. SERVICES

D10 CONVEYING Elevators and Escalators

Not used

D20 PLUMBING

Provide plumbing fixtures, appliances, and equipment complete and usable as required by Part 3.

All plumbing fixtures, appliances and equipment, piping, valves, accessories, and appurtenances shall comply with International Plumbing Code (IPC) and all other applicable codes and standards, including energy, water conservation, and local activity regulations and standards.

1. Domestic Water: Provide ELOT EN 1057 copper tubing and ELOT EN 1254 fittings for use with copper piping.

Provide mineral fiber insulation with vapor barrier on domestic water (hot and cold) supply and recirculation piping. Provide re-circulating pumps or instantaneous water heaters for hot water systems with fixtures greater than 100 ft from hot water source.

All water valves except for fixture shut off valves shall be MS SP-72 or ELOT EN 13828 or ELOT EN 12266-1 E2 ball or gate type. All piping shall be concealed in walls, attic spaces, or in crawl spaces under floors. Provide access panels for valves behind walls. No under slab water piping is allowed. Exposed exterior piping is prohibited unless otherwise not practical. Provide identification for piping and equipment.

2. Wall Penetrations: Piping which penetrates fire rated walls shall be completely sealed to maintain fire resistance integrity as required by Code. Penetrations through walls that are not fire rated shall be adequately supported and sealed. Pipe penetrations through exterior walls shall be sleeved, caulked with weatherproof sealant and provided with finish trim.

D2010 PLUMBING FIXTURES

No plumbing fixtures are added or removed from the facility.

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D2020 DOMESTIC WATER DISTRIBUTION

1. Storage tanks: With stainless steel or other appropriate for potable water material, and insulation. Insulation shall have an R value of not less than 30. Tank penetrations shall be designed to allow for connections to copper piping without risk of corrosion due to dissimilar metals and shall be factory installed as indicated. Use cathodic protection system for protection against corrosion on the tank.

2. Solar collectors: Flat plate, selective surface liquid internally manifolded type. Thermal performance shall be plotted on the thermal efficiency curve in accordance with

ASHRAE 93.

D2030 SANITARY WASTE & VENT

Provide drainage ELOT 1329 PVC piping for HVAC condensation.

D2040 RAINWATER DRAINAGE

Provide roof drains compatible with the roofing system equipped with grate and rain water drain pipe attached to the exterior of the building. Pipe materials shall conform to the IBC and IPC.

Provide pipe sizing, configurations, and cleanouts as required by applicable codes and standards.

D30 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEMS

The HVAC systems shall comply with the latest edition of the International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, ASHRAE Standards, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection

Association Publications, International Building Code, and California Title 24 or ASHRAE 90.1 energy efficiency standards (the more stringent of the two) unless otherwise specified in Part 3. All equipment, appliances, ductwork and accessories shall comply with applicable codes and standards. The

Contractor shall certify that the installation is in conformance with the applicable codes and standards at the completion of the contract, prior to final invoice being processed and final acceptance. Provide

Energy Star rated equipment where available. Provide equipment with performance in excess of

Energy Star requirements where specified.

1. HVAC Equipment Energy Efficiency: As per UFC 1-200-02, EO 13514 and EPAct 2005

Section 553, all energy consuming products and equipment, including lighting, HVAC, process, furnishings and built in equipment must be Energy Star or Federal Energy

Management Program (FEMP) designated for efficiency. For equipment in categories not rated by Energy Star or FEMP, equipment must comply with the European Union energy efficiency rating and directives and be in the top 25%efficiency of its product category (A+, A++, A+++).

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2. Equipment Clearance: Provide working space around all equipment. Provide all required fittings, connections and accessories required for a complete and usable system. All equipment shall be installed per the manufacturer's recommendations.

Where the word "should" is used in manufacturer's instructions, substitute the word "shall".

3. Material and Equipment Qualifications: All materials and equipment shall have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use for 2 years prior to the bid opening. The 2-year use shall include applications of equipment and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size. The product shall have been for sale on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturer's catalogs, or brochures during the 2-year period.

4. Motors: Single-phase fractional-horsepower alternating-current motors shall be high efficiency types corresponding to the applications listed in NEMA MG 11. Select polyphase motors based on high efficiency characteristics relative to the applications as listed in NEMA MG 10. Additionally, all polyphase squirrel-cage medium induction motors with continuous ratings shall meet or exceed energy efficient ratings per Table 12-10 of NEMA MG 1. Provide controllers for 3-phase motors rated 0.75 kW (1 hp) and above with phase voltage monitors designed to protect motors from phase loss and over/under-voltage. Provide means to prevent automatic restart by a time adjustable restart relay. For packaged equipment, the manufacturer shall provide controllers including the required monitors and timed restart. Provide reduced voltage starters for all motors 25 hp and larger.

5. Equipment Support: Provide housekeeping pads and vibration isolators under all floor-mounted equipment.

6. Coatings: When required in Part 3, provide chiller and air handler coils with copper tube/copper fin coil construction or immersion applied, baked phenolic or other approved coating. Field applied coatings are not acceptable. Mechanical equipment casings shall have painted finishes that pass a salt-spray test conducted per ASTM B117 for duration of at least 500 hours.

7. Equipment Insulation: Provide insulation on all chilled water equipment. Insulate hot and chilled water pumps and equipment as suitable for the temperature and service in rigid block, semi-rigid board, or flexible unicellular insulation to fit as closely as possible to equipment. Provide vapor retarder for chilled water applications.

8. Acoustical considerations: Noise levels in all areas served (supply, return, and exhaust) by a mechanical system shall comply with ASHRAE Design Guidelines for HVAC related background sound in rooms as indicated in the lasted ASHRAE Fundamentals Handbook. The RC-rating method shall be utilized.

9. Existing removed equipment: All removed AC equipment shall be decommissioned and returned to the government.

D3020 HEAT GENERATING SYSTEMS

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See next chapter.

D3030 HEATING - COOLING GENERATING SYSTEMS

1. Chillers/ Heat pumps: Provide control panel with the manufacturers' standard controls and protection circuits. DDC system is required in project. Provide a control interface for remote monitoring of the chiller's operating parameters, functions and alarms from the DDC control system central workstation. Provide complete start-up and operational testing of chiller/ heat pump equipment.

2. Refrigerants: The use of Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) as well as the qualifications and credentials of personnel servicing equipment that contains ODS is restricted.

Refrigerants shall have an Ozone Depletion Factor (ODF) of 0.055 or less. The ODF shall be in accordance with the "Montreal Protocol on Substances That Deplete the Ozone Layer", September 1987, sponsored by the United Nations Environment Program.

3. Coils: If coatings are indicated in Part 3, provide with copper tube/copper fin construction or immersion applied, baked phenolic or other approved coating that passes the 3000 hour salt spray resistance test using ASTM B117 procedure. Field applied coatings are not acceptable.

D3040 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

1. Ductwork: All ductwork shall be provided in accordance with the latest SMACNA guidelines.

Flexible duct lengths shall not exceed 6 feet. Provide galvanized sheet metal ducts except for special exhaust systems and the following:

a. For fume hood exhaust, kitchen hood exhaust, and dishwasher exhaust, provide stainless steel ductwork.

b. For shower area exhausts, provide aluminum or stainless steel ductwork and sloped to drain provisions. After the shower exhaust is mixed with a volume of general exhaust air equal to 200% of the shower exhaust rate, standard galvanized construction may be used.

c. Internal insulation-lined ductwork is prohibited in all areas. For ductwork located exterior to the building, provide externally insulated systems with sheet metal cladding.

Provide external thermal insulation for all ductwork. Insulate ductwork in concealed spaces with blanket flexible mineral fiber. Insulate ductwork in Mechanical Rooms and exposed locations with rigid mineral fiber insulation. Provide insulation with factory applied all-purpose jacket with integral vapor retarder. In exposed locations, provide a jacket with white surface suitable for painting. Flame spread/smoke developed rating for all insulation shall not exceed 25/50. Minimum insulation thickness shall be the minimum thickness required by ASHRAE 90.1. Insulate the backs of all supply air diffusers with blanket flexible mineral fiber insulation.

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d. The ductwork shall be sealed with an approved duct sealer and in accordance with SMACNA standards. If leakage testing is indicated in part 3, the duct leakage shall not exceed 2%.

e. Provide manual volume dampers in each branch take-off from the main duct to control air quantity. Dampers shall conform to SMACNA DCS. Dampers shall be installed in accessible locations.

2. Fire Dampers: Fire dampers shall be rated per UL 555. Fire dampers shall be dynamic type rated for closure against a moving airstream. Provide fire dampers that do not intrude into the air stream when in the open position.

3. Piping:

a. Provide insulated, steel piping for sizes 4 inches and larger and insulated copper piping for sizes less than 4 inches for water supply and return piping to serve the HVAC equipment throughout the facility.

b. Provide system flushing and start-up for water systems.

c. Oil piping: ANSI/ASTM A53 or A106 piping with associated ASME fittings or ASTM B88, type L or M copper tubing with ASME B16.26 flared fittings or compression type fittings.

4. Exhaust Fans And Ducts:

a. General: Exhaust fans shall be sized to move the volume of air required to comply with International Mechanical Code for the areas requiring exhaust.

b. Bathroom, restrooms and Utility Room Exhaust Fans: Exhaust fans shall be sized to give not less than 10 air changes per hour in the space to be ventilated. Fans shall have a maximum sound level of 3 sones and be separately switched from light.

c. Flues: When required, provide new Type B, U.L. listed, double wall flues. Flue installation shall be in accordance with the International Mechanical Code.

5. Air handling units: Modular construction, double wall air handling units with minimum of 25 mm (1 inch) casing insulation. Provide ARI 430 certified fans and ARI certified coils. Provide stainless steel, positive draining condensate drain pan. For 100% outside air units provide capability for cooling, heating, dehumidification and reheat.

D3050 TERMINAL AND PACKAGE UNITS

1. Unit ventilators: Unit shall be factory assembled unit ventilator capable of up to 100% outdoor air ventilation

2. Unit heaters: Equip each heater with individually adjustable package discharge louver.

Provide with thermostat.

3. Fan coil units: Factory assembled and tested fan coils, Eurovent certified.

4. Packaged units:

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Factory packaged rooftop units in accordance with ARI 430 or Eurovent and suitable for outdoor installation. Provide with manufacturer's roof curb.

D3060 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTATION

1. General: Provide stand-alone or distributed direct digital controls, as required in Part 3.

2. Distributed Direct Digital Controls (DDC): DDC hardware shall be UL-916 rated. Use controllers in a distributed control manner. Controllers shall be stand alone with an internal clock and modem. The total number of I/O hardware points shall not exceed 48 in any controller. Provide sufficient memory for each controller to support required control, communication, trends, alarms, and messages. Provide communications ports for controller to controller, on-site interface, remote workstation interface, and telecommunications interface. When providing a partial DDC system or connecting to an existing DDC system, provide a laptop computer with all necessary software for user interface.

D3070 SYSTEMS TESTING AND BALANCING

All HVAC systems, both new and retrofit, shall be TABed in accordance with NEBB or AABC standards. As part of any TAB air balancing effort, acceptable air quantity variations shall be 0 to -10% for exhaust systems and 0 to +10% for supply air systems.

D40 FIRE PROTECTION

Redesign and extend existing Automatic Fire Sprinkler system. Sprinkler system shall be extended to all areas of building 95, including storage area in Builders Shop, and shall provide lateral type sprinklers in FLC Warehouse.

Remove existing conventional type fire alarm system throughout building 95.Design and install new addressable combined mass notification/fire alarm and detection system throughout building 95.The work for fire sprinklers, fire alarm, smoke detection, and heat detection shall be provided by contractors licensed to perform such work.

Project Requirements: Prior to the start of design, the Designer of Record shall meet with the Government's Fire Protection Engineer to determine the extent and types of fire protection required.

D4010 FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION

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D4020 FIRE SUPPRESSION WATER SUPPLY AND EQUIPMENT

The water supply information is provided for bidding purposes. The design point of connection to existing water supply shall remain the same.

D4040 SPRINKLERS

Provide deign workmanship and materials as per NFPA 13 requirements.

D50 ELECTRICAL

D5010 ELECTRICAL SERVICE & DISTRIBUTION

Provide interior electrical wiring, fixtures, switches, outlets, and apparatus in accordance with applicable codes and standards. The electrical system shall conform to NFPA 70 and Elot HD 384.

Power and lighting circuits shall be separate.

Wiring: All wiring shall be in electrical metal conduits and shall be concealed except in the industrial spaces and at locations indicated in Part 3. No conductors shall be smaller than No.

2.5mm2, copper wires. Exposed conduits on the exterior of the building are prohibited. All existing exposed conduits located at the exterior of the building shall be replaced with interior mounted conduits. Provide a ground conductor for each circuit; conduits shall not be used for grounding. Use of cable assemblies Types AC, MC, or MI and flat conductors are prohibited.

D5020 LIGHTING & BRANCH WIRING

Exterior building lighting fixtures shall be modernized energy efficient Led type, latest technology furnished with 5 year guarantee minimum, CE listed, meeting IES LM-79, IES LM-80 and UFC 3-530-01 Interior and Exterior Lighting Systems and Controls requirements. Provide lighting controls with motion and daylight detection and as required by UFC 3-530-01 Design: Interior and Exterior Lighting and Controls and its referenced documents. All conductors for lighting circuit shall be copper.

D5030 COMMUNICATIONS & SECURITY

Not Used

D5090 OTHER ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Upgrade by replacement existing transformer 400/208V 3 phase transformer serving 120V

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SECTION E. EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

E10 EQUIPMENT

E20 FURNISHINGS

SECTION F. SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

F10 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

F1010 SPECIAL STRUCTURES

F20 SELECTIVE BUILDING DEMOLITION

In general terms, demolition work shall include the removal and effective management and disposition of existing construction and or structures. Contractor shall take care to prevent damage to existing utilities and construction that are not scheduled for demolition. If damage occurs, the Contractor shall make repairs to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer and at no cost to the Government. Comply with local Activity and Installation local requirements regarding demolition and removal. Unless otherwise specified in Part 3, all demolished materials and equipment must be removed from government property in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including local Activity or Installation regulations. Selling of demolished or salvaged materials and equipment on government properties is prohibited.

Demolition Plan and Environmental Protection Plan: No demolition work shall take place until a Demolition Plan, Environmental Protection Plan, Safety Plan (including Activity Hazard Analysis), Asbestos Abatement Plan, and a Lead Abatement Plan have been submitted to, and approved by, the Contracting Officer. The Plans shall take into consideration, and indicate method of removal, disposition, and abatement of environmentally hazardous materials.

Demolition, disposition, and abatement of hazardous materials must comply with all applicable

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Local, State, and Federal regulations and laws. If destructive investigation is to occur, the Contracting Officer shall approve a Destructive Investigation Plan.

When hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead paint, PCB and other hazardous materials are involved in the performance of the work, the contractor shall abate, remove and manage the hazardous materials in construction and finish materials such as insulation, flooring, wall materials, ceiling materials, roofing materials, heating, plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning equipment and installations in accordance with National as well as local Environmental Protection Laws and Regulations.

F2020 HAZARDOUS COMPONENT ABATEMENT

1. Asbestos Materials: Asbestos shall be removed, transported and managed in accordance with national and international environmental regulations and standards as well as 29 CFR 1926.1101, and 40 CFR 61-Subpart M.

2. Paint Containing Lead, Cadmium and Chromium: Work which requires the disturbance of paint that have been determined to contain all or any of the following: lead, cadmium and chromium must be performed in accordance with national and international environmental regulations and standards as well as: 29 CFR 1926.62, 29 CFR 1926.1126 and 29 CFR 1926.1127.

3. Mercury & LLR Components: Work which requires removal of mercury and LLR components shall be performed in accordance with national and international environmental regulations and standards as well as: 29 CFR 1910.1000, 10 CFR 20, and

40 CFR 273.

4. PCBs: Work which requires removal of PCB containing components or materials shall be performed in accordance with national and international environmental regulations and standards as well as 29 CFR 1910.1000, 40 CFR 761, and 40 CFR 273.

5. Hazardous Materials Reporting:

a. Daily Report: Notify the Contracting Officer of work involving hazardous materials abatement and removal, including the quantities involved, on daily reports.

b. Hazardous Material Inventory Report: The Contractor shall provide a list of all hazardous materials used on the site.

SECTION G. BUILDING SITEWORK

G10 SITE PREPARATIONS

Not used.

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G20 SITE IMPROVEMENTS

G30 SITE CIVIL/MECHANICAL UTILITIES

G40 SITE ELECTRICAL UTILITIES