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PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

SECTION 07 8413 - PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Penetrations in fire-resistance-rated walls.

2. Penetrations in horizontal assemblies.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: A firm experienced in installing penetration firestopping similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful performance. Qualifications include having the necessary experience, staff, and training to install manufacturer's products per specified requirements. Manufacturer's willingness to sell its penetration firestopping products to Contractor or to Installer engaged by Contractor does not in itself confer qualification on buyer.

B. Fire-Test-Response Characteristics: Penetration firestopping shall comply with the following requirements:

1. Penetration firestopping tests are performed by a qualified testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Penetration firestopping is identical to those tested per testing standard referenced in "Penetration Firestopping" Article. Provide rated systems complying with the following requirements:

a. Penetration firestopping products bear classification marking of qualified testing and inspecting agency.

b. Classification markings on penetration firestopping correspond to designations listed by the following:

C. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Do not install penetration firestopping when ambient or substrate temperatures are outside limits permitted by penetration firestopping manufacturers or when substrates are wet because of rain, frost, condensation, or other causes.

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B. Install and cure penetration firestopping per manufacturer's written instructions using natural means of ventilations or, where this is inadequate, forced-air circulation.

1.5 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate construction of openings and penetrating items to ensure that penetration firestopping is installed according to specified requirements.

B. Coordinate sizing of sleeves, openings, core-drilled holes, or cut openings to accommodate penetration firestopping.

C. Notify Contracting Officer's (Owner's) testing agency at least seven days in advance of penetration firestopping installations; confirm dates and times on day preceding each series of installations.

D. Do not cover up through-penetration firestop system installations that will become concealed behind other construction until each installation has been examined by Contracting Officer's (Owner’s) inspecting agency and building inspector, if required by authorities having jurisdiction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

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

1. Hilti, Inc.

2. Johns Manville.

3. 3M Fire Protection Products.

2.2 PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

A. Provide penetration firestopping that is produced and installed to resist spread of fire according to requirements indicated, resist passage of smoke and other gases, and maintain original fire-resistance rating of construction penetrated. Penetration firestopping systems shall be compatible with one another, with the substrates forming openings, and with penetrating items if any.

B. Penetrations in Fire-Resistance-Rated Walls: Provide penetration firestopping with ratings determined per ASTM E 814 or UL 1479, based on testing at a positive pressure differential of 0.01-inch wg.

1. Fire-resistance-rated walls include fire walls, fire-barrier walls, smoke-barrier walls, and fire partitions.

2. F-Rating: Not less than the fire-resistance rating of constructions penetrated.

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C. Penetrations in Horizontal Assemblies: Provide penetration firestopping with ratings determined per ASTM E 814 or UL 1479, based on testing at a positive pressure differential of 0.01-inch wg.

1. Horizontal assemblies include floors, floor/ceiling assemblies, and ceiling membranes of roof/ceiling assemblies.

2. F-Rating: Not less than the fire-resistance rating of constructions penetrated.

D. Exposed Penetration Firestopping: Provide products with flame-spread and smoke-developed indexes of less than 25 and 450, respectively, as determined per ASTM E 84.

E. VOC Content: Penetration firestopping sealants and sealant primers shall comply with the following limits for VOC content when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24):

1. Sealants: 250 g/L.

2. Sealant Primers for Nonporous Substrates: 250 g/L.

3. Sealant Primers for Porous Substrates: 775 g/L.

F. Accessories: Provide components for each penetration firestopping system that are needed to install fill materials and to maintain ratings required. Use only those components specified by penetration firestopping manufacturer and approved by qualified testing and inspecting agency for firestopping indicated.

1. Permanent forming/damming/backing materials, including the following:

a. Slag-wool-fiber or rock-wool-fiber insulation.

b. Sealants used in combination with other forming/damming/backing materials to prevent leakage of fill materials in liquid state.

c. Fire-rated form board.

d. Fillers for sealants.

2. Temporary forming materials.

3. Substrate primers.

4. Collars.

5. Steel sleeves.

2.3 FILL MATERIALS

A. Latex Sealants: Single-component latex formulations that do not re-emulsify after cure during exposure to moisture.

B. Firestop Devices: Factory-assembled collars formed from galvanized steel and lined with intumescent material sized to fit specific diameter of penetrant.

C. Intumescent Composite Sheets: Rigid panels consisting of aluminum-foil-faced elastomeric sheet bonded to galvanized-steel sheet.

D. Intumescent Putties: Nonhardening dielectric, water-resistant putties containing no solvents, inorganic fibers, or silicone compounds.

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E. Intumescent Wrap Strips: Single-component intumescent elastomeric sheets with aluminum foil on one side.

F. Mortars: Prepackaged dry mixes consisting of a blend of inorganic binders, hydraulic cement, fillers, and lightweight aggregate formulated for mixing with water at Project site to form a nonshrinking, homogeneous mortar.

G. Pillows/Bags: Reusable heat-expanding pillows/bags consisting of glass-fiber cloth cases filled with a combination of mineral-fiber, water-insoluble expansion agents, and fire-retardant additives. Where exposed, cover openings with steel-reinforcing wire mesh to protect pillows/bags from being easily removed.

H. Silicone Foams: Multicomponent, silicone-based liquid elastomers that, when mixed, expand and cure in place to produce a flexible, nonshrinking foam.

I. Silicone Sealants: Single-component, silicone-based, neutral-curing elastomeric sealants of grade indicated below:

1. Grade: Pourable (self-leveling) formulation for openings in floors and other horizontal surfaces, and nonsag formulation for openings in vertical and sloped surfaces, unless indicated firestopping limits use of nonsag grade for both opening conditions.

2.4 MIXING

A. For those products requiring mixing before application, comply with penetration firestopping manufacturer's written instructions for accurate proportioning of materials, water (if required), type of mixing equipment, selection of mixer speeds, mixing containers, mixing time, and other items or procedures needed to produce products of uniform quality with optimum performance characteristics for application indicated.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for opening configurations, penetrating items, substrates, and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Surface Cleaning: Clean out openings immediately before installing penetration firestopping to comply with manufacturer's written instructions and with the following requirements:

1. Remove from surfaces of opening substrates and from penetrating items foreign materials that could interfere with adhesion of penetration firestopping.

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2. Clean opening substrates and penetrating items to produce clean, sound surfaces capable of developing optimum bond with penetration firestopping. Remove loose particles remaining from cleaning operation.

3. Remove laitance and form-release agents from concrete.

B. Priming: Prime substrates where recommended in writing by manufacturer using that manufacturer's recommended products and methods. Confine primers to areas of bond; do not allow spillage and migration onto exposed surfaces.

C. Masking Tape: Use masking tape to prevent penetration firestopping from contacting adjoining surfaces that will remain exposed on completion of the Work and that would otherwise be permanently stained or damaged by such contact or by cleaning methods used to remove stains.

Remove tape as soon as possible without disturbing firestopping's seal with substrates.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Install penetration firestopping to comply with manufacturer's written installation instructions and published drawings for products and applications indicated.

B. Install forming materials and other accessories of types required to support fill materials during their application and in the position needed to produce cross-sectional shapes and depths required to achieve fire ratings indicated.

1. After installing fill materials and allowing them to fully cure, remove combustible forming materials and other accessories not indicated as permanent components of firestopping.

C. Install fill materials for firestopping by proven techniques to produce the following results:

1. Fill voids and cavities formed by openings, forming materials, accessories, and penetrating items as required to achieve fire-resistance ratings indicated.

2. Apply materials so they contact and adhere to substrates formed by openings and penetrating items.

a. Where distance between ductwork, piping or other obstructions is less than 6 inches, whereby structure cannot be placed between these items, provide selfsupporting fire resistance assembly sized to span opening and provide required fire rating.

3. For fill materials that will remain exposed after completing the Work, finish to produce smooth, uniform surfaces that are flush with adjoining finishes.

3.4 IDENTIFICATION

A. Identify penetration firestopping with preprinted metal or plastic labels. Attach labels permanently to surfaces adjacent to and within 6 inches of firestopping edge so labels will be visible to anyone seeking to remove penetrating items or firestopping. Use mechanical fasteners or self-adhering-type labels with adhesives capable of permanently bonding labels to surfaces on which labels are placed. Include the following information on labels:

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1. The words "Warning - Penetration Firestopping - Do Not Disturb. Notify Building Management of Any Damage."

2. Contractor's name, address, and phone number.

3. Designation of applicable testing and inspecting agency.

4. Date of installation.

5. Manufacturer's name.

6. Installer's name.

3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Contracting Officer will engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections.

B. Where deficiencies are found or penetration firestopping is damaged or removed because of testing, repair or replace penetration firestopping to comply with requirements.

C. Proceed with enclosing penetration firestopping with other construction only after inspection reports are issued and installations comply with requirements.

3.6 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean off excess fill materials adjacent to openings as the Work progresses by methods and with cleaning materials that are approved in writing by penetration firestopping manufacturers and that do not damage materials in which openings occur.

B. Provide final protection and maintain conditions during and after installation that ensure that penetration firestopping is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

If, despite such protection, damage or deterioration occurs, immediately cut out and remove damaged or deteriorated penetration firestopping and install new materials to produce systems complying with specified requirements.

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FACILITY FIRE-SUPPRESSION WATER-SERVICE PIPING

SECTION 211100 - FACILITY FIRE-SUPPRESSION WATER-SERVICE PIPING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes fire-suppression water-service piping and related components outside the building and service entrance piping through wall into the building.

B. Utility-furnished products include water meters that will be furnished to the site, ready for installation.

C. Related Sections:

1. Section 211200 "Fire-Suppression Standpipes" for fire-suppression standpipes inside the building.

2. Section 211313 "Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems" for wet-pipe fire-suppression sprinkler systems inside the building.

3. Section 211316 "Dry-Pipe Sprinkler Systems" for dry-pipe fire-suppression sprinkler systems inside the building.

4. Section 213113 "Electric-Drive, Centrifugal Fire Pumps" for fire pumps, pressure-maintenance pumps, and controllers.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: For piping and specialties including relation to other services in same area, drawn to scale. Show piping and specialty sizes and valves, meter and specialty locations, and elevations.

B. Field quality-control reports.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulatory Requirements:

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1. Comply with requirements of utility company supplying water. Include tapping of water mains and backflow prevention.

B. Piping materials shall bear label, stamp, or other markings of specified testing agency.

C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

D. Comply with the "Approval Guide," published by FM Global, or UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" for fire-service-main products.

E. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 24 for materials, installations, tests, flushing, and valve and hydrant supervision for fire-suppression water-service piping.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Protect stored piping from moisture and dirt. Elevate above grade. Do not exceed structural capacity of floor when storing inside.

B. Protect flanges, fittings, and specialties from moisture and dirt.

1.7 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate connection to water main with utility company. Provide all required applications and permits. Pay all fee associated with the new water service.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 DUCTILE-IRON PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. Grooved-Joint, Ductile-Iron Pipe: AWWA C151, with cut, rounded-grooved ends.

B. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron Pipe Appurtenances:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Anvil International, Inc.

b. Shurjoint Piping Products.

c. Star Pipe Products.

d. Victaulic Company.

2. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron Fittings: ASTM A 47/A 47M, malleable-iron castings or ASTM A 536, ductile-iron castings with dimensions matching pipe.

3. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron-Piping Couplings: AWWA C606, for ductile-iron-pipe dimensions. Include ferrous housing sections, gasket suitable for water, and bolts and nuts.

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C. Mechanical-Joint, Ductile-Iron Fittings: AWWA C110, ductile- or gray-iron standard pattern or AWWA C153, ductile-iron compact pattern.

1. Glands, Gaskets, and Bolts: AWWA C111, ductile- or gray-iron glands, rubber gaskets, and steel bolts.

D. Push-on-Joint, Ductile-Iron Fittings: AWWA C153, ductile-iron compact pattern.

1. Gaskets: AWWA C111, rubber.

E. Flanges: ASME B16.1, Class 125, cast iron.

2.2 ENCASEMENT FOR PIPING

A. Standard: ASTM A 674 or AWWA C105.

B. Material: High-density, cross-laminated PE film of 0.004-inch minimum thickness.

C. Form: Sheet or tube.

D. Color: Black or natural.

2.3 PIPING SPECIALTIES

A. Transition Fittings: Manufactured fitting or coupling same size as, with pressure rating at least equal to and ends compatible with, piping to be joined.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Water-Main Connection: Tap water main according to requirements of NYC Department of Transportation Streets Works Manual and Standard Highway specifications, as well as, the New York Department of Environmental Protection Rules Governing and Restricting the Use and Supply of Water, with the size and in location indicated.

B. Contractor to register this project with “Dig Safely New York, Inc I-Notice system prior to the commencement of work. The existing utilities shall be marked out in the street and sidewalk prior to beginning any excavations.

C. Comply with NFPA 24 for fire-service-main piping materials and installation.

D. Install ductile-iron, water-service piping according to AWWA C600 and AWWA M41.

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F. Install piping by tunneling or jacking, or combination of both, under streets and other obstructions that cannot be disturbed.

G. Extend fire-suppression water-service piping and connect to water-supply source and building fire-suppression water-service piping systems at locations and pipe sizes indicated.

1. Terminate fire-suppression water-service piping at building wall until building-water-piping systems are installed. Terminate piping with caps, plugs, or flanges as required for piping material. Make connections to building's fire-suppression water-service piping systems when those systems are installed.

H. Install underground piping with restrained joints at horizontal and vertical changes in direction.

Use restrained-joint piping, thrust blocks, anchors, tie-rods and clamps, and other supports.

I. Comply with requirements in Section 211200 "Fire-Suppression Standpipes," Section 211313 "Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems," and Section 211316 "Dry-Pipe Sprinkler Systems" for fire-suppression-water piping inside the building.

J. Install sleeves with sleeve seal for piping penetrations of walls.

3.2 JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Install couplings, flanges, flanged fittings, unions, nipples, and transition and special fittings that have finish and pressure rating same as or higher than systems pressure rating for aboveground applications unless otherwise indicated.

B. Install flanges, flange adaptors, or couplings for grooved-end piping on valves, apparatus, and equipment having NPS 2-1/2 and larger end connections.

C. Ream ends of tubes and remove burrs.

D. Remove scale, slag, dirt, and debris from outside and inside of pipes, tubes, and fittings before assembly.

E. Ductile-Iron Piping, Gasketed Joints for Fire-Service-Main Piping: UL 194.

F. Ductile-Iron Piping, Grooved Joints: Cut-groove pipe. Assemble joints with grooved-end, ductile-iron-piping couplings, gaskets, lubricant, and bolts.

G. Do not use flanges or unions for underground piping.

3.3 CONNECTIONS

A. Connect fire-suppression water-service piping to existing water main. Use tapping sleeve and tapping valve.

B. Connect fire-suppression water-service piping to interior fire-suppression piping.

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3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Use test procedure prescribed by authorities having jurisdiction or, if method is not prescribed by authorities having jurisdiction, use procedure described below.

B. Piping Tests: Conduct piping tests before joints are covered and after concrete thrust blocks have hardened sufficiently. Fill pipeline 24 hours before testing and apply test pressure to stabilize system. Use only potable water.

C. Hydrostatic Tests: Test at not less than one-and-one-half times the working pressure for two hours.

1. Increase pressure in 50-psig increments and inspect each joint between increments. Hold at test pressure for one hour; decrease to 0 psig. Slowly increase again to test pressure and hold for one more hour. Maximum allowable leakage is 2 quarts per hour per 100 joints. Remake leaking joints with new materials and repeat test until leakage is within allowed limits.

D. Prepare test and inspection reports.

3.5 IDENTIFICATION

A. Install continuous underground warning tape during backfilling of trench for underground fire-suppression water-service piping. Locate below finished grade, directly over piping.

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WET-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

SECTION 21 13 00 - WET-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. General: Provide all materials and labor for the detailed design and installation of an automatic wet-pipe sprinkler system for the areas as shown on the design drawings.

B. All work shall be performed in accordance with these specifications, NFPA 13 Standards for Installation of Sprinkler Systems, and good engineering practice. No modifications to these specifications will be accepted without the expressed written approval of the Engineer and AHJ. It is the Contractor's responsibility to document Engineer's approval of any such modifications prior to the execution of work.

C. Contractor shall field verify all information contained on the contract drawings and is responsible for the detailed design and installation of the system in accordance with these specifications.

D. It is intended that the work performed pursuant to these specifications be complete in every respect, resulting in a sprinkler system installed entirely in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, manufacturer's recommendations and Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (ULI) listings.

E. It is further intended that upon completion of this work, the AHJ and Park Service be provided with:

1. Complete information and drawings describing and depicting the entire system as installed, including all information necessary for maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or expanding the system at a future date.

2. Complete documentation of system testing.

3. Certification that the entire system has been inspected and tested, is installed entirely in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, and manufacturer's recommendations, and is in proper working order. Contractor shall use "Contractor's Material and Test Certificate(s)" as required by NFPA 13.

4. Contractor will conduct commission testing and witnessed by AHJ or designee.

F. Related work includes the following:

1. Division 28 Sections, Fire Alarm System.

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. The Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace NHP building shall be provided with a wet pipe sprinkler system throughout the basement to 5th floor areas. The system shall also be provided with a manual type standpipe adjacent to the central egress stair. A new fire pump will be provided for adequate flows and pressures for an ordinary hazard group 2 water density throughout the mechanical spaces and the stage area. The remaining portions of the building will be provided with a light hazard density. Extended coverage sprinkler heads will be utilized wherever possible.

B. Provide and install all components necessary for the automatic sprinkler system(s), including seismic bracing.

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C. Alarms and Wiring: Provide new water-flow switch at the alarm valve at the basement fire pump room. A single alarm point shall energize the fire alarm system upon water flow on any floor.

These devices shall be connected to the fire alarm system by the electrical contractor.

D. Drains: Contractor shall provide auxiliary “low point” drains, as necessary.

E. Submittals: Prepare and submit shop drawings, product data sheets, calculations, record drawings and other submittals required herein.

F. Commission testing will be required and witnessed by Park Service and Regional staff, after all systems installations and paperwork are complete and submitted to the Park Service. Testing will be performed on the sprinkler system as a whole, the fire pump, jockey pump, and backflow preventor.

G. The Sprinkler Contractor shall also conduct all fire alarm tests to aid in testing sprinkler system monitoring devices. The Contractor shall be responsible for carrying out required tests in accordance with NFPA 13. Separate tests may be required by the Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Complete system pressure tests shall be performed.

H. Warranty: Warranty all new equipment and systems during installation and for a one (1) year period after the final acceptance test.

I. Approvals: Obtain all approvals required for the work of this section from all public authorities having jurisdiction.

J. Coordination: Coordinate work with other trades working on the project.

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Standard-Pressure Piping System Component: Listed for 175-psig minimum working pressure.

B. Delegated Design: Sprinkler contractor shall design sprinkler system(s), including comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified fire protection professional engineer, using performance requirements and design criteria indicated.

1. Available fire-hydrant flow test records are indicated on the fire protection cover sheet.

The sprinkler contractor shall request and pay for new water main flow test if the data is greater than one year old from the time of execution of this contract.

C. Sprinkler system design shall be approved by authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Margin of Safety for Available Water Flow and Pressure: 10 percent, including losses through water-service piping, valves, and backflow preventers.

D. Sprinkler Occupancy Hazard Classifications are indicated on the fire protection drawings, along with the corresponding sprinkler protection densities. Water flow and hose stream allowances per

NFPA-13.

E. Minimum Standards: The stated densities and application areas are the minimum acceptable. The Contractor shall confirm densities and areas of application with local codes and local authorities as increases may be needed.

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings: The Contractor will be authorized to start each portion of the work when the shop drawings, catalog cuts and calculations for that portion of the work are received, reviewed and reviewed by the AHJ. Calculations to support seismic restraint designs are required with the shop drawings. Installation prior to these approvals shall be at the risk of the Contractor.

1. Shop drawings shall show all of the information required by NFPA 13 for working plans and shall include drawings showing the location of all equipment, hangers, piping, sprinklers, and drains. The drawings shall also show: locations of all seismic bracing and of flexible couplings installed as flexure joints, and location and diameter of all necessary core drills, pipe sleeves and pipe clearance openings in walls and floors.

2. A drawing legend sheet identifying:

a. All symbols used on the drawings, by type of device or equipment, manufacturer and manufacturer's part number. This information shall correspond to the manufacturer's catalog data sheets and installation manuals.

b. All conventions, abbreviations and specialized terminology used on the drawings, as necessary to understand and interpret the information contained therein.

c. A complete drawing list identifying all drawings in the shop drawing package by title, drawing number and Specification cross reference.

3. Architectural floor plan drawings, drawn to 1/8-inch scale or larger (i.e., 1/4-inch, etc.).

All drawings and diagrams shall be prepared on drawing sheets of uniform size, 30 by 42 inches minimum. Floor plan drawings required for this submittal may be generated using the bid drawings as backgrounds. These drawings shall show:

a. North arrow.

b. Graphical scale indicator.

c. Drawing keyplan.

d. Locations of all fire protection devices, equipment, and risers.

B. Product Data: The Contractor shall submit a product data submittal with the shop drawings showing the type and model of all equipment or material proposed. This information shall include type of pipe or tube, hangers, seismic bracing, valves, pipe fittings/joining methods, sprinklers, escutcheons, fire stopping materials, and signage. When a Data Sheet shows more than one product, the specific proposed product shall be clearly indicated by arrows or other suitable means.

C. Hydraulic Calculations: Engineer shall provide hydraulic calculations to show that the pipe sizes provided will produce adequate performance. Contractor to verify.

D. Four (4) sets of shop drawings, product data sheets, and hydraulic calculations as described in parts C, D, and E shall be submitted for review. Only complete submittals containing all required information for all work required in this section will be reviewed.

E. All shop drawings shall be prepared by a NICET Certified Level IV Automatic Sprinkler System Engineering Technician or a registered Fire Protection Engineer. An Engineer shall sign and stamp each drawing in the drawing title block indicating and confirming completion of review of the drawings.

F. Samples: Within 15 days of authorization to proceed, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer for approval samples of all types of proposed sprinklers, including types of finishes available and a complete list of where each type and finish will be installed.

G. Certificates: The Contractor shall provide the AHJ with one copy of all documents that are reviewed and approved by the local code authorities. These documents shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Site inspection forms

2. Permit drawings

3. Final inspection forms

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H. All documents shall include all required approval stamps, signatures or other information necessary to properly certify that the installation has been reviewed and accepted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

I. Operation and Maintenance Manual: The Contractor shall provide the Park Service with a loose-leaf manual containing, electronic format:

1. 11" x 17" reduced copies of the record drawings required below.

2. Manufacturer’s catalog data sheets and installation manuals.

3. Copy of NFPA 25.

4. Copy of all test certificates and approvals.

5. A list of recommended spare parts.

6. Service directory, including a list of individual's names and telephone numbers to obtain service on the system, including emergency service as required elsewhere in these Specifications.

J. Draft O&M Manual: Within sixty (60) days of authorization to proceed, the Contractor shall submit three (3) copies of the draft manual for approval (excluding test certificates and drawings).

The draft manual will be reviewed for required content and approved or disapproved on that basis.

Upon completion of the project, the Contractor shall revise the approved, preliminary manual to be consistent with the system as installed and specifically to coordinate the inspection, testing and maintenance schedule with the approved Contractor testing protocols and with the fire protection device numbers indicated on the Contractor's record drawings.

K. Final O&M Manual: Within 30 days of the completion of the work, three (3) copies of the approved manual with reduced drawings and test certificates.

L. Record Drawings: The Contractor shall provide and maintain on the site an up-to-date record set of approved shop drawing prints which shall be marked to show each and every change made to the sprinkler system from the original approved shop drawings. This shall not be construed as authorization to deviate from or make changes to the shop drawings approved by the Engineer without written instruction from the Engineer in each case. This set of drawings shall be used only as a record set. These drawings shall be maintained in a current condition at all times and shall be made available for review immediately upon request during normal working hours.

M. Final Submittal: Upon review of the record drawings, before final approval, one set of reproducible record drawings and three (3) additional sets of record drawings. The final submittal shall include the hydraulic nodes used to perform the hydraulic calculations.

N. If the Contractor's submittals do not conform to the requirements of these specifications, the Contractor shall be required to resubmit with modifications, within ten (10) working days of receipt of the Engineer’s notification to the Contractor.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. NFPA Standards: All work shall conform to the requirements of the applicable portions of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards and Recommended Practices listed herein.

1. NFPA 13, "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems”

2. NFPA 25, "Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Fire

Protection Systems,"

B. Governmental Jurisdiction: All work and materials shall conform to all Federal, State, and local codes and regulations governing this installation including the current NFPA Code, as modified or interpreted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

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C. Code Conflicts: If there is a conflict between the referenced NFPA Standards, Federal, State or local codes and this specification, it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to bring the conflict to the attention of the CORT for resolution. The contractor shall not attempt to resolve code conflicts with the local authority, independent of the Park Service CORT.

D. Equipment: All devices, systems, equipment and materials furnished and installed shall be new and shall be of types or models approved by the AHJ, and listed by UL for use in systems and occupancies of this type.

E. Commission testing will be required and witnessed by Park Service and Regional staff, after all systems installations and paperwork are complete and submitted to the Park Service. Testing will be performed on the sprinkler system as a whole, the fire pump, jockey pump, and backflow preventor.

F. Contractor Requirements: The Contractor shall:

1. Hold all licenses and obtain all permits necessary to perform work of this type. Copies of the Contractor's licenses shall be provided with the bid submittal.

2. Have at least five (5) years of experience in installation of systems of this type and be familiar with all applicable local, state and Federal laws and regulations.

3. Be regularly engaged in the design, installation, testing and servicing of automatic sprinkler systems.

4. Provide a job site supervisor who is to be present at all times when work is actively in progress.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for all receiving, handling, and storage of his materials at the job site. Use of loading docks, service driveways, and freight elevators shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer.

B. The General Contractor will provide the Contractor with a lockable storage space for the Contractor's use during this project. The Contractor shall be responsible for the security of this space.

C. Overnight storage of materials is limited to the assigned storage area. Materials brought to the work area shall be installed the same day, or returned to the assigned storage area unless previously approved by the Contracting Officer.

D. The Contractor shall remove rubbish and debris resulting from his work on a daily basis.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. The building will be un-occupied at all times during the construction.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. Warranty: The Contractor shall guarantee all materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year beginning with the date of final commission testing. The Contractor shall be responsible during the design, installation, testing and guarantee periods for any damage caused by him (or his subcontractors’) or by defects in his (or his subcontractors') work, materials, or equipment.

B. Emergency Service: During the installation and warranty period, the Contractor shall provide emergency repair service for the sprinkler system within four (4) hours of a request by the Park

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Service for such service. This service shall be provided on a 24-hour per day, seven (7) days per week basis.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. All equipment and system components furnished and installed shall be new and of first quality, and be listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), for their intended use. All such equipment and system components shall be installed within the limitations of the respective UL listings.

2.2 PIPE AND FITTINGS - GENERAL

A. Pressure ratings: Pressure ratings of all fittings shall meet or exceed maximum working pressures available within the system.

B. Corrosion protection: All piping and hangers where exposed to the weather or installed in a corrosive atmosphere shall be protected against corrosion.

C. Strap hooks, snap hooks, U-bolt, or single bolt fittings (or equivalent) are not permitted.

D. Plain end fittings with mechanical couplings and fittings that use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe are prohibited.

E. Make changes in pipe sizes through tapered reducing pipe fittings. Bushings are not permitted.

2.3 PIPING COMPONENTS

A. Pipe Sizes 2-1/2 inches and larger shall be Schedule 40 Pipe meeting ASTM A-53, A-135 or A- 795 requirements with mechanical grooved pipe couplings and fittings for roll grooved pipe sizes 2½ inches and larger.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Anvil International, Inc.

b. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

c. Victaulic Company.

2. Pressure Rating: 175 psig minimum.

B. Pipe Sizes 2-inches and smaller shall be ASTM A 795, Weight Class STD (Standard), Schedule 40, Type E or Type S, Grade A, steel pipe with threaded end connections. Fittings shall be ASME B16.39, Class 150, threaded fittings. Unions shall be ASME B16.39, Class 150, unions.

C. Piping shall have manufacturer's name and standard marked on each length.

D. Pipe Hangers and Supports: Pipe hangers and support shall be listed in the UL Fire Protection Directory, and FM Global Approval Guide and shall be the adjustable type. Hanger materials shall match piping material as required for dielectric isolation and shall meet ASTM B633, SC1

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and SC3. They shall be according to the manufacturers listing. Mixing of components between manufacturers is not permitted.

E. Hanger rods shall be minimum 3/8-inch thickness. Spacing of hangers shall be in accordance with

NFPA 13.

2.4 SPRINKLERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1. AFAC Inc.

2. Globe Fire Sprinkler Corporation.

3. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.

4. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

5. Victaulic Company.

6. Viking Corporation.

B. Sprinklers are to be recessed, upright, or pendant type as indicated on the drawings. Sprinklers shall be of the following type:

1. Characteristics: Nominal 1/2-inch orifice with Discharge Coefficient K of 5.6, and for

"Ordinary" temperature classification rating unless otherwise indicated or required by application.

2. Extended coverage sprinklers as shown on the drawings for proper density.

C. Final Selection: The Contracting Officer will select finishes for all automatic sprinklers and escutcheons from samples of available finishes supplied by Contractor.

D. Uniformity: All sprinklers within a space shall be from the same manufacturer and have the same heat response element, including temperature rating and response characteristics.

E. Sprinkler Escutcheons: Escutcheons shall be metal and be listed with the sprinklers for recessed sprinkler locations. Escutcheons will be field painted in some locations. See architectural drawings for more information.

2.5 VALVES

A. All control valves shall be equipped with a port to monitor the street side of the system. Sprinkler system control and drain valves shall be the following types:

1. O.S&Y gate valves by Victaulic or Kennedy.

2. Butterfly valves by Victaulic or Kennedy that are approved for use in sprinkler systems.

B. Listing: All valves must be ULI listed or FM approved for their intended use.

C. Pressure Ratings: Pressure ratings of all valves shall meet or exceed maximum working pressures available within the system.

D. Supervision: All control valves shall be locked and electrically supervised by the fire alarm system.

E. Access Panels: Provide and install access panels (minimum size 12-inches by 12-inches) for all control valves located above finished ceilings or concealed in walls. COTR/Park Service will

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select finish of access panels. Access panels installed in fire resistive construction shall be of the types required for maintaining proper protection of assembly.

2.6 DOUBLE-CHECK, BACKFLOW-PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES:

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide product indicated on Drawings or comparable product by one of the following:

a. Basis of Desing: Ames Fire & Waterworks, model 2000SS

b. Conbraco Industries, Inc.; Apollo Valves, model 40-100

c. FEBCO; SPX Valves & Controls, model 850

d. Flomatic Corporation, DCV

e. Watts Water Technologies, Inc, model 709

f. Wilkins, model 350.

2. Standard: AWWA C510.

3. Operation: Continuous-pressure applications unless otherwise indicated.

4. Pressure Loss: 7 psig maximum, through middle one-third of flow range.

5. Size: 6”.

6. Body Material: stainless steel for NPS 2-1/2 and larger.

7. End Connections: flanged for NPS 2-1/2 and larger.

8. Configuration: Designed for horizontal, straight through flow.

9. Accessories: OS&Y gate valves with flanged ends on inlet and outlet of NPS 2-1/2 and larger.

2.7 SUPERVISORY AND ALARM EQUIPMENT

A. All waterflow and valve supervisory switches shall be furnished, installed and properly adjusted by the sprinkler contractor. Alarm monitoring, and associated programming, of these devices will be by the Fire Alarm contractor.

B. Contacts: All waterflow and valve supervisory switches shall be provided with two "Form C" (S.P.D.T.) contacts for monitoring. Specific contact rating shall be coordinated with the existing fire alarm system manufacturer.

C. Waterflow Switches: A vane-type waterflow indicator shall be provided to indicate waterflow in each new sprinkler system zone.

D. Supervisory Switches: Valve supervisory switches, shall be provided for all valves controlling the water supply to the sprinkler system under this contract.

E. Dry-Pipe Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.

b. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

c. Victaulic Company.

d. Viking Corporation.

2. Standard: UL 260

3. Design: Differential-pressure type.

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4. Include UL 1486, quick-opening devices, trim sets for air supply, drain, priming level, alarm connections, ball drip valves, pressure gages, priming chamber attachment, and fill-line attachment. Minimum required air pressure is 13 psi with Series 776 low pressure actuator with pneumatic activation. Valve shall be completely pre-trimmed as a Vic®- Quick riser with shutoff valve, pre-set switches and drain kit. Valve shall be rated for a maximum 300 psig in all sizes, with grooved ends for vertical installation only. Victaulic Firelock® NXT Series 768.

5. Air Compressor:

a. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1) Gast Manufacturing Inc.

2) General Air Products, Inc,

3) Viking Corporation.

4) Victaulic.

b. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide," published by FM Global, listing.

a) Motor Horsepower: Fractional.

c. Power: 120-V ac, 60 Hz, single phase.

d. Include riser-mounted compressor, Series 757P air maintenance device and flexible hoses for installation. Designed to ensure the valve system can achieve operational air pressure within 30 minutes of discharge in accordance with NFPA 13 requirements.

2.8 FIRE-DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

A. Yard-Type, Fire-Department Connection:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Elkhart Brass Mfg. Company, Inc.

b. Fire-End & Croker Corporation.

c. Fire Protection Products, Inc.

d. GMR International Equipment Corporation.

e. Guardian Fire Equipment, Inc.

2. Standard: UL 405.

3. Type: Exposed, freestanding.

4. Pressure Rating: 175 psig minimum.

5. Body Material: Corrosion-resistant metal.

6. Inlets: 2-1/2” Brass with threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire-department threads. Include extension pipe nipples, brass lugged swivel connections.

7. Caps: Brass, lugged type, with gasket and chain.

8. Escutcheon Plate: Round, brass, floor type.

9. Outlet: Bottom, with pipe threads.

10. Number of Inlets: Two.

11. Escutcheon Plate Marking: “AUTO SPKR." See drawings.

12. Finish: Polished brass.

13. Outlet Size: NPS 4.

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2.9 IDENTIFICATION SIGNS

A. Contractor shall furnish and install hydraulic calculation signs for each new sprinkler zone, to be installed in the mechanical room where the water service enters the building.

B. Required Information: Hydraulic calculation signs shall include all information indicated in Figure A-24.5 of Appendix A, NFPA 13. Valve identification signs shall identify the function of the valve and the area served.

C. Description: Signs shall be rigid, flat steel or aluminum plaques with embossed enamel background and lettering. Signs shall be secured by chain or durable wire to each sprinkler zone control valve, or in an obvious location specifically approved by the Contracting Officer.

2.10 MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS

A. Pressure Gauges: Pressure gauges shall be UL listed and FM approved 3-1/2-inch minimum dial type gauges with a maximum limit of not less than twice the normal working pressure at the point installed. All gauges shall be provided with a shut-off valve (gauge-cock). List date of manufacture on the gauge.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION AND EXAMINATION

A. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to inspect the drawings and become familiar with the conditions under which the work will be performed.

B. Working Hours: All work is to be conducted during normal working hours from 7am to 4pm.

C. Cooperation with other trades: The sprinkler Contractor shall coordinate with the work of the other trades towards the general purpose of having the construction progress as rapidly and as smoothly as possible with a minimum of interference between trades.

D. Approval prior to installation: No work shall commence prior to approval of shop drawings. Any change in work which has been installed prior to approval of the shop drawings shall be made without additional compensation to the Contractor.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Aesthetics shall be a primary consideration when installing sprinklers and sprinkler piping. Any facet of sprinkler installation that does not meet with the Contracting Officer's or Architect's approval shall be revised by the Contractor to the COR's satisfaction.

B. Holes: All holes made by the Contractor in any wall, ceiling, or floor shall be patched by the Contractor, restoring the wall, ceiling, floor or member to its original condition, fire resistance and integrity using UL approved fire-stopping materials and systems.

C. General Locations: Location of all equipment, controls, piping, valves and drains shall be subject to COR's approval.

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D. Special Installation Instructions: All sprinklers and equipment shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. All special tools recommended by the manufacturer shall be used.

E. Deflector Distances: Sprinklers permanently installed shall be installed with the deflector to ceiling distances in accordance with NFPA 13.

3.3 PIPING

A. All piping passing through walls shall be provided with metal pipe sleeves.

B. Escutcheon Plates: All exposed pipe which passes through a wall, ceiling, or floor shall be provided with escutcheon plates.

C. Minimum Height: All exposed piping and devices shall be installed as high as possible, but no less than 7-feet 0-inches above the finished floor in traffic or working areas, and so as not to obstruct any portion of a window, doorway, stairway or passageway, and shall not interfere with the operation or accessibility of any mechanical, plumbing or electrical equipment.

D. Protection: The Contractor shall provide approved, adequate permanent protection for any installed piping, valves, devices or accessories which, in the Engineer's opinion, are subject to physical damage or may be hazards.

E. Firestopping: Pipe which passes through fire-resistive barriers (including shaft walls) shall be sleeved and grouted or sealed using UL approved firestopping materials and systems to maintain the integrity and rating of the fire resistive barrier.

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