RFQ_-_EVT0009760.pdf

Office of Procurement and Contracts 900 SW Jackson St., Room 451 South Topeka, KS 66612

Phone: 785-296-2376 Fax: 785-296-7240 https://admin.ks.gov/offices/procurement-contracts

Adam Proffitt, Secretary Todd Herman, Director Laura Kelly, Governor

Request for Quote (RFQ)

Bid Event Number: EVT0009760

Requisition ID: 00000050419

Date Posted: May 28, 2024

Closing Date: June 14, 2024, 2:00 PM

Procurement Officer: Morgan Appelhanz Telephone: 1-785-296-6413 E-Mail Address: Morgan.Appelhanz2@ks.gov Web Address: http://admin.ks.gov/offices/procurement-and-contracts/

Agency: State Printing Plant

Item: Air Handling Equipment

Bid Guarantee: No monetary bid guarantee required.

This Bid Event was recently posted to the Procurement and Contracts Internet website.

The document can be downloaded by going to the following website:

http://admin.ks.gov/offices/procurement-and-contracts/

It shall be the bidder's responsibility to monitor this website on a regular basis for any changes/amendments.

Questions/Addenda: Questions requesting clarification of the bid must be submitted in writing to the Procurement Officer indicated above:

Before the end of the day, on Friday, June 7, 2024

Answers to questions will be available in the form of an addendum on the Procurement and Contracts' website, http://admin.ks.gov/offices/procurement-contracts.

It shall be the responsibility of all participating bidders to acquire any and all addenda and additional information as it is made available from the web site cited above. Vendors/Bidders not initially invited to participate in this Bid Event must notify the Procurement Officer (Event Contact) of their intent to bid at least 24 hours prior to the event's closing date/time. Bidders are required to check the website periodically for any additional information or instructions.

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Event ID: EVT0009760

Vendor Bid Submission

The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts is currently open to the public and accepting both emailed and hand delivered bids.

All emailed bids must be submitted to Procurement@ks.gov. All bids submitted must be received by the Office of Procurement and Contracts by the specific bid closing date and time of 2:00PM CST.

Please note that you will receive an email that your documents were received, if you do not receive an email there may be an issue, please call 785-296-0002 to confirm that your bid package was received electronically.

Vendor Response Checklist

The following checklist is provided to assist bidders in ensuring all requirements are met and all required submissions are included with the bid. Bidders are instructed to utilize this list for their own convenience to ensure compliance.

THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS AND FORMS MUST BE

COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED WITH YOUR BID RESPONSE

If you do not submit them with your bid it may result in the rejection of the proposal

Completed Bidder Registration submitted prior to bid submission.

Requirements forms for Bid Proposal

Completed and signed Signature Sheet / page 4 of this document.

Completed Immigration Reform and Control Certification / page 5 of this document.

Completed Sexual Harassment Form / page 6 of this document.

Completed Boycott of Israel / page 7 of this document

Completed Certification of Procurement / page 8 of this document

Completed Tax Clearance Certificate / instructions located page 9 of this document.

Signed Copy of any Amendment(s), if applicable/ Located on the Bid Solicitation Website

- https://www.admin.ks.gov/offices/procurement-and-contracts/bid-solicitations - Under EVT0009760

Completed and signed Event Details document / Located on the Bid Solicitation Website -https://www.admin.ks.gov/offices/procurement-and-contracts/bid-solicitations - Under EVT0009760

Any other documentation bidder wants to include.

Completed Cost Sheet / page 25 & 26 of this document.

NOTE: In order to properly and completely respond to this Proposal, bidders MUST carefully review ALL sections and respond as required.

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The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts is currently open to the public and accepting both emailed and hand delivered bids.

All emailed bids must be submitted to Procurement@ks.gov . All bids submitted must be received by the Office of Procurement and Contracts by the specific bid closing date and time of 2:00PM CST.

Please note that you will receive an email that your documents were received, if you do not receive an email there may be an issue, please call 785-296-0002 to confirm that your bid package was received electronically.

All hand delivered bids must be received in our office prior to 2:00PM CST on the closing date at the address below to be considered.

Department of Administration Procurement and Contracts Proposal # EVT0009760 Closing Date: June 14, 2024, at 2:00pm

900 SW Jackson, Suite 451 South

Topeka, KS 66612-1286

Bids are not considered received until they are date and time stamped in the Office of Procurement and Contracts. The Office of Procurement and Contracts will not be responsible for late deliveries.

It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure the bid date and time is met and the EVT number and company name is included in the subject line of the email. Bidders are encouraged to submit bids to the above email address no later than 1:45PM on the bid closing date. This allows time for staff to receive the bid and log it into our system prior to the bid closing at 2:00PM CST.

Invitation for Bids (IFB), Requests for Quotations (RFQ) and A-Bids (ARCH) submissions will be publicly read as needed via telecom on the specified Bid Event Closing date beginning at 2:30pm CST.

Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Or call in (audio only) +1 785-414-8630, 357404169# United States, Topeka, KS Phone Conference ID: 357 404 169#

Tab sheet requests for Invitation for Bids (IFB), Requests for Quotes (RFQ) and A-Bids (ARCH) can be requested by emailing tabsheets@ks.gov. Please include the EVT or A-Bid number on your request. Tab sheets will be emailed within five (5) business days of the request.

NOTE: In order to respond to this Invitation for Bid, bidders must carefully review all sections and respond as required properly and completely.

For questions regarding confirmation that your bid has been received by the Office of Procurement and Contracts, please call 785-296-2376.

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Signature Sheet

Item: Air Handling Equipment Agency: State Printing Plant Closing Date: June 14, 2024, 2:00 PM

By submission of a bid and the signatures affixed thereto, the bidder certifies all products and services proposed in the bid meet or exceed all requirements of this specification as set forth in the request and that all exceptions are clearly identified.

Legal Name of Person, Firm or Corporation

Mailing Address City & State Zip

Toll Free Telephone Local

Cell Phone Fax Number

Tax Number

CAUTION: If your tax number is the same as your Social Security Number (SSN), you must leave this line blank.

DO NOT enter your SSN on this signature sheet. If your SSN is required to process a contract award, including any tax clearance requirements, you will be contacted by an authorized representative of the Office of Procurement and Contracts at a later date.

E-Mail

Signature Date

Typed Name Title

In the event the contact for the bidding process is different from above, indicate contact information below.

Bidding Process Contact Name

Mailing Address City & State Zip

Toll Free Telephone Local

Cell Phone Fax Number

E-Mail

If awarded a contract and purchase orders are to be directed to an address other than above, indicate mailing address and telephone number below.

Award Contact Name

Mailing Address City & State Zip

Toll Free Telephone Local

Cell Phone Fax Number

E-Mail

Certification Regarding Immigration Reform & Control

All Contractors are expected to comply with the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), as may be amended from time to time. This Act, with certain limitations, requires the verification of the employment status of all individuals who were hired on or after November 6, 1986, by the Contractor as well as any subcontractor or sub-subcontractor. The usual method of verification is through the Employment Verification (I-9) Form. With the submission of this bid, the Contractor hereby certifies without exception that Contractor has complied with all federal and state laws relating to immigration and reform. Any misrepresentation in this regard or any employment of persons not authorized to work in the United States constitutes a material breach and, at the State’s option, may subject the contract to termination and any applicable damages.

Contractor certifies that, should it be awarded a contract by the State, Contractor will comply with all applicable federal and state laws, standards, orders and regulations affecting a person’s participation and eligibility in any program or activity undertaken by the Contractor pursuant to this contract. Contractor further certifies that it will remain in compliance throughout the term of the contract.

At the State’s request, Contractor is expected to produce to the State any documentation or other such evidence to verify Contractor’s compliance with any provision, duty, certification, or the like under the contract.

Contractor agrees to include this Certification in contracts between itself and any subcontractors in connection with the services performed under this contract.

Signature, Title of Contractor: Date:

Policy Regarding Sexual Harassment

WHEREAS sexual harassment and retaliation for sexual harassment claims are unacceptable forms of discrimination that must not be tolerated in the workplace; and

WHEREAS state and federal employment discrimination laws prohibit sexual harassment and retaliation in the workplace; and

WHEREAS officers and employees of the State of Kansas are entitled to working conditions that are free from sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation; and

WHEREAS the Governor and all officers and employees of the State of Kansas should seek to foster a culture that does not tolerate sexual harassment, retaliation, and unlawful discrimination.

NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me as Governor of the State of Kansas, I hereby order as follows:

1. All Executive Branch department and agency heads shall have available and shall regularly review and update at least every three years or more frequently as necessary, their sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation policies. Such policies shall include components for confidentiality and anonymous reporting, applicability to intern positions, and training policies.

2. All Executive Branch department and agency heads shall ensure that their employees, interns, and contractors have been notified of the state’s policy against sexual harassment, discrimination, or retaliation, and shall further ensure that such persons are aware of the procedures for submitting a complaint of sexual harassment, discrimination, or retaliation, including an anonymous complaint.

3. Executive Branch departments and agencies shall annually require training seminars regarding the policy against sexual harassment, discrimination, or retaliation. All employees shall complete their initial training session pursuant to this order by the end of the current fiscal year.

4. Within ninety (90) days of this order, all Executive Branch employees, interns, and contractors under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Governor shall be provided a written copy of the policy against sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and they shall execute a document agreeing and acknowledging that they are aware of and will comply with the policy against sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.

5. Matters involving any elected official, department or agency head, or any appointee of the Governor may be investigated by independent legal counsel.

6. The Office of the Governor will require annual mandatory training seminars for all staff, employees, and interns in the office regarding the policy against sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and shall maintain a record of attendance.

7. Allegations of sexual harassment, discrimination, or retaliation within the Office of the Governor will be investigated promptly, and violations of law or policy shall constitute grounds for disciplinary action, including dismissal.

8. This Order is intended to supplement existing laws and regulations concerning sexual harassment and discrimination and shall not be interpreted to in any way diminish such laws and regulations. The Order provides conduct requirements for covered persons and is not intended to create any new right or benefit enforceable against the State of Kansas.

9. Persons seeking to report violations of this Order, or guidance regarding the application or interpretation of this Order, may contact the Office of the Governor regarding such matters.

Agreement to Comply with the Policy Against Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation.

I hereby acknowledge that I have received a copy of the State of Kansas Policy Against Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation established by Executive Order 18-04 and agree to comply with the provisions of this policy.

Signature and Date: Printed Name:

Certification of Company Not Currently Engaged in a Boycott of Goods or Services from Israel

In accordance with HB 2482, 2018 Legislative Session, the State of Kansas shall not enter into a contract with a Company to acquire or dispose of goods or services with an aggregate price of more than $100,000, unless such Company submits a written certification that such Company is not currently engaged in a boycott of goods or services from Israel that constitutes an integral part of business conducted or sought to be conducted with the State.

As a Contractor entering into a contract with the State of Kansas, it is hereby certified that the Company listed below is not currently engaged in a boycott of Israel as set forth in HB 2482, 2018 Legislature.

Signature, Title of Contractor Date

Printed

Name of Company

Certification of Company Not Currently Engaged in The Procurement or Obtainment of Certain Equipment, Services, or Systems

WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Law 115-232, Section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act of 2019, “covered telecommunications equipment or services” is defined as:

(1) Telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities).

(2) Video surveillance and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, and Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities).

(3) Telecommunications or video surveillance services provided by such entities or using such equipment.

(4) Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or provided by an entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of the National Intelligence or the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, reasonably believes to be an entity owned or controlled by, or otherwise connected to, the government of a covered foreign country.

WHEREAS, a “covered foreign country” means any of the following: (1) The People’s Republic of China, (2) The Russian Federation, or (3) any country that is a state sponsor of terrorism1.

WHEREAS, foreign adversaries are increasingly creating and exploiting vulnerabilities in covered telecommunications equipment which store and communicate vast amounts of sensitive information and support infrastructure and emergency services, in order to commit malicious cyber-enabled actions;

WHEREAS, the unrestricted acquisition or use in the State of Kansas of covered telecommunications equipment designed, developed, manufactured, or supplied by persons owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of foreign adversaries augments the ability of foreign adversaries to create and exploit vulnerabilities in technological equipment, services, or systems; and

WHEREAS, the State of Kansas has an interest in protecting itself against threats related to foreign adversary’s exploitation of vulnerabilities in covered telecommunications equipment.

THEREFORE, Contractor certifies that it shall not provide or procure to the State of Kansas or any agency thereof any covered telecommunications equipment either in whole or in part of any product or during the commission of any service.

FURTHERMORE, and notwithstanding any other contracts or agreements with Contractor, if Contractor has violated, misrepresented, or otherwise fails to comply with this certification document as determined by the State, the State may terminate any contract without penalty with Contractor immediately.

By signing the below, Contractor acknowledges and agrees to comply with the provisions of this policy.

CONTRACTOR

Signature, Title Date

1 Designations of a “state sponsor of terrorism” may be found at the U.S. Department of State website at: https://www.state.gov/state-sponsors-of-terrorism/ https://www.state.gov/state-sponsors-of-terrorism/

Tax Clearance Instructions

A “Tax Clearance” is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that the account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws administered by the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) Director of Taxation. Information pertaining to a Tax Clearance is subject to change(s), which may arise as a result of a State Tax Audit, Federal Revenue Agent Report, or other lawful adjustment(s).

To obtain a Tax Clearance Certificate, you must:

• Go to http://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html to request a Tax Clearance Certificate

• Return to the website the following working day to see if KDOR will issue the certificate

• If issued an official certificate, print it and attach it to your signed renewal document

• If denied a certificate, engage KDOR in a discussion about why a certificate wasn’t issued

Contractors must submit a current Tax Clearance Certificate along with the signed Renewal Document. No renewal will be processed unless a current Tax Clearance Certificate is submitted.

Per KSA 75-3740-(c), the Director of Purchases may reject the bid of any bidder who is in arrears on taxes due the State of Kansas. The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Revenue is authorized to exchange such information with the Director of Purchases as is necessary to determine a bidder’s tax clearance status, notwithstanding any other provision of law prohibiting disclosure of the contents of taxpayer records or information.

Please Note: Individual and business applications are available. For applications entered prior to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, results typically will be available the following business day.

Tax clearance requests may be denied if the request includes incomplete or incorrect information.

Please Note: You will need to sign back into the KDOR website to view and print the official tax clearance certificate.

Information about Tax Registration can be found at the following website:

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1. SPECIFICATIONS

State Printing Plant Air Handling Equipment

The Kansas Department of Administration is soliciting bids for air handling units to replace existing in the State Printing Plant in Topeka, Kansas. The attached plans, specifications, and schedule define these units.

This solicitation is for air handling units that shall replace the existing units in the facility. A subsequent solicitation will be issued to contractors for the installation of the air handling units.

The construction schedule for the subsequent installation contract is yet to be determined; however, it is anticipated that this will occur during the Fall of 2024 or early 2025. A Purchase Order will be issued to the successful air handling unit manufacturer once bids, for this equipment, are received and analyzed.

The air handling units shall be delivered to the Printing Plant in Topeka, Kansas. Offloading of the equipment, and placing the equipment into storage, shall be by the Owner. Owner shall be provided with advance notice prior to excepting delivery.

Warranty for the air handling units shall commence on the date of the successful startup of the equipment. It is anticipated that the assembly and installation contract would be complete to allow start up in early 2025.

The base bid unit shall include the manufacturer’s standard coils. Coil connections shall be schedule 40 black steel.

A separate price shall be provided for a) the air handling unit and for any required manufacturer’s representative assistance during installation and b) start up and Owner training.

The basis of design manufacturer is “Trane”. Dimensions in the space are important, therefore, any equivalent manufacturer must provide equipment that is similar, dimensionally, to those indicated on the plans.

An alternative manufacturer, requesting approval, shall provide a complete submittal to the Engineer, a minimum of seven (7) business days prior to the date of the receipt of the bid. If it is determined that the manufacturer, requesting approval, is acceptable; this will be listed by addendum prior to the receipt of the bid. Any bid submitted by a manufacturer that has not received prior approval, as listed by addendum, will not be accepted.

SECTION 23 7313 -Performance Climate Changer (AHU and VAV)

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED

A. Applied Air Handling Units.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 239100 - Building Automation and Control Systems

B. Section 262100 - Equipment Wiring Systems: Electrical supply to units.

C. Section 236500 - Ductwork Insulation.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. AMCA Publication 99 - Standards Handbook.

B. AMCA Publication 611 - Certified Ratings Program - Airflow Measurement

Performance C. AMCA Standard 500-D - Laboratory Methods of Testing Dampers for Rating.

D. ANSI/ABMA Standard 9 - Load Ratings and Fatigue Life for Ball Bearings.

E. ANSI/AMCA Standard 204 - Balance Quality and Vibration Levels for Fans.

F. ANSI/AMCA Standard 610 - Laboratory Methods of Testing Airflow Measuring

Stations for Rating.

G. ANSI/AHRI Standard 410 - Forced Circulation Air-Cooling and Air-Heating Coils.

H. ANSI/AHRI Standard 430 - Central Station Air Handling Units.

I. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 52.2 - Method of Testing General Ventilation Air-

Cleaning Devices for Removal Efficiency by Particle Size.

J. ANSI/ASHARE Standard 62.1 - Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality.

K. ANSI/ASHARE Standard 90.1 - Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise

Residential Buildings.

L. ANSI/NEMA MG 1 - Motors and Generators.

M. ANSI/UL 900 - Standard for Safety Air Filter Units.

N. AHRI Standard 260 - Sound rating of Ducted Air Moving and Conditioning

Equipment.

O. ASHRAE Standard 111 - Measurement, Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing of

Building HVAC Systems.

P. ASTM B117 - Standard Practice for Operation Salt Spray Apparatus.

Q. ASTM C1071 - Thermal and Acoustic Insulation (Mineral Fiber, Duct Lining

Material).

R. ASTM C1338 - Standard Test Method for Determining Fungi Resistance of Insulation Material and Facings.

S. ASTM E477 - Standard Test Method for Measure Acoustical and Airflow Performance of Duct Liner

T. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code.

U. NFPA 90A - Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilation

Systems.

V. UL 1995 - Standard for Safety Heating and Cooling Equipment

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Air Coils: Certify capacities, pressure drops and selection procedures in accordance with current AHRI Standard 410.

B. Air handling units shall be rated in accordance with AHRI Standard 430 for airflow, static pressure, and fan speed performance.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. No equipment shall be fabricated or delivered until the receipt of approved shop drawings from the Owner or Owner's approved representative.

B. AHU manufacturer shall provide the following information with each shop drawing/product data submission:

1. Dimensioned arrangement drawings for each AHU including a plan and elevation view of the assembled unit with overall dimensions, lift points, unit shipping split locations and dimensions, installation and operating weights, and installation, operation and service clearances.

2. All electrical, piping, and ductwork requirements, including sizes, connection locations, and connection method recommendations.

3. Each component of the unit shall be identified and mechanical specifications shall be provided for unit and accessories describing construction, components, and options.

4. All performance data, including capacities and airside and waterside pressure drops, for components.

5. Fan curves shall be provided for fans with the design operating points indicated. Data shall be corrected to actual operating conditions, temperatures, and altitudes.

6. For units utilizing multiple fans in a fan section, a fan curve shall be provided showing the performance of the entire bank of fans at design conditions. In addition, a fan curve shall be provided showing the performance of each individual fan in the bank of fans at design conditions. Also a fan curve shall be provided showing the performance of the bank of fans, if one fan is down. The percent redundancy of the bank of fans with one fan down shall be noted on the fan curve or in the tabulated fan data.

7. A filter schedule must be provided for each air handling unit supplied by the air handling unit manufacturer. Schedule shall detail unit tag, unit size, corresponding filter section location within the AHU, filter arrangement

(e.g. angled/flat), filter depth, filter type (e.g. pleated media), MERV rating, and filter quantity and size.

8. A schedule detailing necessary trap height shall be provided for each air handling unit. Schedule shall detail unit tag, unit size, appropriate trap schematic with recommended trap dimensions, and unit supplied base rail height. Contractor shall be responsible for additional trap height required for trapping and insulation beyond the unit supplied base rail height by adequate housekeeping pad.

9. An electrical MCA - MOP schedule shall be provided for each electrical circuit to which field-power must be supplied. Schedule to detail unit tag, circuit description, voltage/phase/hertz, Minimum Circuit Ampacity (MCA), and calculated Maximum Overcurrent Protection (MOP).

10. Sound data shall be provided using AHRI 260 test methods. Unit discharge, inlet, and radiated sound power levels in dB shall be provided for 63, 125, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000 and 8000Hz.

C. The AHU manufacturer shall provide appropriate sets of submittals as referenced in the General Conditions and shall submit to the Owner electronic copies of the

IOM.

D. The AHU manufacturer shall list any exceptions to the specification.

1.6 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Agency Listings/Certifications

1. Unit shall be manufactured to conform to UL 1995 and shall be listed by either UL/CUL or ETL. Units shall be provided with listing agency label affixed to the unit. In the event the unit is not UL/CUL or ETL approved, the contractor shall, at his/her expense, provide for a field inspection by a UL/CUL or ETL representative to verify conformance. If necessary, contractor shall perform modifications to the unit to comply with UL/CUL or ETL as directed by the representative, at no additional expense to the owner.

2. Certify air handling units in accordance with AHRI Standard 430. Units shall be provided with certification label affixed to the unit. If air handling units are not certified or fans are not rated in accordance with AHRI Standard 430 contractor shall be responsible for expenses associated with testing of units after installation to verify performance of fan(s). Any costs incurred to adjust fans to meet scheduled capacities shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor.

3. Certify air handling coils in accordance with AHRI Standard 410. Units shall be provided with certification label affixed to the unit. If air handling coils are not certified in accordance with AHRI Standard 410, contractor shall be responsible for expenses associated with testing of coils after installation to verify performance of coil(s). Any costs incurred to adjust coils to meet scheduled capacities shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Comply with manufacturer's installation instructions for rigging, unloading, and transporting units.

B. Units shall ship fully assembled up to practical shipping and rigging limitations.

Units not shipped fully assembled shall have tags and airflow arrows on each section to indicate location and orientation in direction of airflow. Shipping splits shall be clearly defined on submittal drawings. Cost associated with non-conformance to shop drawings shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer.

Each section shall have lifting lugs for field rigging, lifting and final placement of AHU section(s). AHU's less than 100-inches wide shall allow for forklift transport and maneuverability on the jobsite.

C. Unit shall be stretch or shrink wrapped to protect unit from in-transit rain and debris per ASHRAE 62.1 recommendations.

D. Installing contractor shall be responsible for storing AHU in a clean, dry place and protect from weather and construction traffic. Handle carefully to avoid damage to components, enclosures, and finish.

1.8 START-UP AND OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

A. Do not operate units for any purpose, temporary or permanent, until ductwork is clean, filters in place, bearings lubricated (if applicable), condensate properly trapped, piping connections verified and leak-tested, belts aligned and tensioned, all shipping braces removed, bearing set screws torqued, and fan has been test run under observation.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. AHU manufacturer shall provide, at no additional cost, a standard parts and labor warranty that covers a period of one year from unit start-up or 18 months from shipment, whichever occurs first. This warrants that all products are free from defects in material and workmanship and shall meet the capacities and ratings set forth in the equipment manufacturer's catalog and bulletins.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. Approved manufacturers shall be Trane and Carrier, with pre-approved alternates considered. Manufacturers not pre-approved, must obtain pre-approval in writing from consulting engineer prior to bid day. Alternates must comply with all performance and features as called for in this specification. Job awarded on basis of specified equipment. Alternate will be evaluated and considered after job is awarded.

B. Manufacturer must clearly define any exceptions made to Plans and Specifications. Any deviations in layout or arrangement shall be submitted to consulting engineer prior to bid date. Acceptance of deviation(s) from specifications shall be in the form of written approval from the consulting engineer. Mechanical Contractor is responsible for expenses that occur due to exceptions made.

2.2 GENERAL

A. Unit layout and configuration shall be as defined in project plans and schedule.

B. Manufacturer to provide a full perimeter integral base frame for either ceiling suspension of units or to support and raise all sections of the unit for proper trapping. Base frame will either be bolted construction or welded construction.

Refer to schedule for base height and construction type. Contractor will be responsible for providing a housekeeping pad when unit base frame is not of sufficient height to properly trap unit. Unit base frames not constructed of galvanized steel shall be chemically cleaned and coated with both a rust-inhibiting primer and finished coat of rust-inhibiting enamel. Unit base height to be included in total height required for proper trap height.

2.3 UNIT CASING

A. Unit manufacturer shall ship unit in segments as specified by the owner for ease of installation in tight spaces. The entire air handler shall be constructed of galvanized steel. Casing finished to meet ASTM B117 125-hour salt-spray test.

The removal of access panels or access doors shall not affect the structural integrity of the unit. All removable panels shall be gasketed. All doors shall have gasketing around full perimeter to prevent air leakage. Contractor shall be responsible to provide connection flanges and all other framework that is needed to properly support the unit.

B. Casing performance - Casing air leakage shall not exceed leak class 6 (CL = 6) per ASHRAE 111 at specified casing pressure, where maximum casing leakage (cfm/100 ft2 of casing surface area) = CL X P0.65.

C. Air leakage shall be determined at 1.00 times maximum casing static pressure up to 8 inches w.g. Specified air leakage shall be accomplished without the use of caulk. Total estimated air leakage shall be reported for each unit in CFM, as a percentage of supply air, and as an ASHRAE 111 Leakage Class.

D. Under 55F supply air temperature and design conditions on the exterior of the unit of 81F dry bulb and 73F wet bulb, condensation shall not form on the casing exterior. The AHU manufacturer shall provide tested casing thermal performance for the scheduled supply air temperature plotted on a psychrometric chart. The design condition on the exterior of the unit shall also be plotted on the chart. If tested casing thermal data is not available, AHU manufacturer shall provide, in writing to the Engineer and Owner, a guarantee against condensation forming on the unit exterior at the stated design conditions above. The guarantee shall note that the AHU manufacturer will cover all expenses associated with modifying units in the field should external condensate form on them. In lieu of AHU manufacturer providing a written guarantee, the installing contractor must provide additional external insulation on AHU to prevent condensation.

E. Unit casing (wall/floor/roof panels and doors) shall be able to withstand up to 1.5 times design static pressure, or 8-inch w.g., whichever is less, and shall not exceed 0.0042 per inch of panel span (L/240).

F. Floor panels shall be double-wall construction and designed to support a 300-lb load during maintenance activities and shall deflect no more than 0.0042 per inch of panel span.

G. Unit casing panels shall be 2-inch double-wall construction, with solid galvanized exterior and solid galvanized interior, to facilitate cleaning of unit interior.

H. Unit casing panels (roof, walls, floor) and doors shall be provided with a minimum thermal resistance (R- value) of 13 Hr*Ft2*⁰F/BTU.

I. Unit casing panels (roof, walls, floor) and external structural frame members shall be completely insulated filling the entire panel cavity in all directions so that no voids exist. Panel insulation shall comply with NFPA 90A.

J. Casing panel inner liners must not extend to the exterior of the unit or contact the exterior frame. A mid- span, no-through-metal, internal thermal break shall be provided for all unit casing panels.

K. Access panels and/or access doors shall be provided in all sections to allow easy access to drain pan, coil(s), motor, drive components and bearings for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance.

L. Access panels and doors shall be fully removable without the use of specialized tools to allow complete access of interior surfaces.

2.4 ACCESS DOORS

A. Access doors shall be 2-inch double-wall construction. Interior and exterior shall be of the same construction as the interior and exterior wall panels.

B. All doors shall be provided with a thermal break construction of door panel and door frame.

C. Gasketing shall be provided around the full perimeter of the doors to prevent air leakage.

D. Door hardware shall be surface-mounted to prevent through-cabinet penetrations that could likely weaken the casing leakage and thermal performance.

E. Handle hardware shall be designed to prevent unintended closure.

F. Access doors shall be hinged and removable without the use of specialized tools.

G. Hinges shall be interchangeable with the door handle hardware to allow for alternating door swing in the field to minimize access interference due to unforeseen job site obstructions.

H. Door handle hardware shall be adjustable and visually indicate locking position of door latch external to the section.

I. All doors shall be a 60-inch high when sufficient unit height is available, or the maximum height allowed by the unit height.

J. A single door handle shall be provided for each door linking multiple latching points necessary to maintain the specified air leakage integrity of the unit.

K. An optional shatterproof window shall be provided in access doors where indicated on the plans. Window shall either be single pane, or thermal dual pane, as defined on schedule. Window shall be capable of withstanding unit operating pressures and shall be safe for viewing UV-C lamps.

2.5 PRIMARY DRAIN PANS

A. All cooling coil sections shall be provided with an insulated, double-wall, stainless steel drain pan.

B. The drain pan shall be designed in accordance with ASHRAE 62.1 being of sufficient size to collect all condensation produced from the coil and sloped in two planes, pitched toward drain connections, promoting positive drainage to eliminate stagnant water conditions when unit is installed level and trapped per manufacturer's requirements.

C. The outlet shall be located at the lowest point of the pan and shall be sufficient diameter to preclude drain pan overflow under any normally expected operating condition.

D. All drain pan threaded connections shall be visible external to the unit. Threaded connections under the unit floor shall not be accepted.

E. Drain connections shall be of the same material as the primary drain pan and shall extend a minimum 2-1/2- inch beyond the base to ensure adequate room for field piping of condensate traps.

F. The installing contractor is responsible to ensure the unit is installed level, trapped in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements, and visually inspected to ensure proper drainage of condensate.

G. Coil support members inside the drain pan shall be of the same material as the drain pan and coil casing.

H. If drain pans are required for heating coils, access sections, or mixing sections they will be indicated in the plans.

2.6 FANS

A. Fan sections shall have a minimum of one hinged and latched access door located on the drive side of the unit to allow inspection and maintenance of the fan, motor, and drive components.

B. Provide fans of type and class as specified on the schedule. All fans shall be statically and dynamically tested by the manufacturer for vibration and alignment as an assembly at the operating RPM to meet design specifications. Fans that are selected with inverter balancing shall first be dynamically balanced at design RPM. The fans then will be checked in the factory from 25% to 100% of design RPM to insure they are operating within vibration tolerance specifications, and that there are no resonant frequency issues throughout this operating range.

Inverter balancing that requires lockout frequencies inputted into a variable frequency drive to in order to bypass resonant frequencies shall not be acceptable. If supplied in this manner by the unit manufacturer, the contractor will be responsible for rebalancing in the field after unit installation. Fans selected with inverter balancing shall have a maintenance free grounding assembly installed on the fan motor to discharge both static and induced shaft currents to ground.

C. Direct drive plenum fans with integral frame motors, shall be mounted on isolation bases. Fan shall be dynamically balanced throughout the operating range to a BV-3 (0.20 in/s) per AMCA 204 test standard. Fan and motor shall be internally isolated with spring isolators. A flexible connection shall be installed between fan and unit casing to ensure complete isolation. Flexible connection shall comply with NFPA 90A and UL 181 requirements. If fans and motors are not internally isolated, then the entire unit shall be externally isolated from the building, including supply and return duct work, piping, and electrical connections. External isolation shall be furnished by the installing contractor in order to avoid transmission of noise and vibration through the ductwork and building structure.

D. Each horizontal direct drive fan in a multiple-fan array shall be provided with integral back flow prevention: a backdraft damper that prohibits recirculation of air in the event a fan or multiple fans become disabled. Dampers are tested and rated based on AMCA Standard 500. Dampers to be heavy duty type capable of a maximum back pressure that exceeds the design total static pressure with minimal leakage. The dampers should have a minimal total effect on airflow performance both pressure drop when open and system effect on the fan. The damper blades and frame shall be extruded aluminum with blade edge seals locked into the blade edge. Adhesive type seals are unacceptable. AHU manufacturer responsible for providing proper spacing upstream of dampers to ensure full, uniform airflow through upstream components. For units where the damper(s) are supplied at the jobsite, the installing contractor shall contract a certified TAB contractor to verify uniform airflow thru upstream components.

E. MOTORS AND DRIVES

1. Motors shall meet or exceed all NEMA Standards Publication MG 1 - 2006 requirements and comply with NEMA Premium efficiency levels when applicable. Motors shall comply with applicable requirements of NEC and shall be UL Listed.

2. Fan Motors shall be heavy duty, open drip-proof operable at scheduled voltage. If applicable, motor efficiency shall meet or exceed NEMA Premium efficiencies.

3. Direct driven fans utilizing integral frame motors shall use 2-pole (3600 rpm), 4-pole (1800 rpm) or 6-pole (1200 rpm) motors, NEMA Design B, with Class B insulation capable to operate continuously at 104 deg F (40 deg C) without tripping overloads.

4. Motors shall have a +/- 10 percent voltage utilization range to protect against voltage variation.

2.7 COILS

A. Coils section header end panel shall be removable to allow for removal and replacement of coils without impacting the structural integrity of the unit.

B. Install coils such that headers and return bends are enclosed by unit casing to ensure that if condensate forms on the header or return bends, it is captured by the drain pan under the coil.

C. Coils shall be manufactured with plate fins to minimize water carryover and maximize airside thermal efficiency. Fin tube holes shall have drawn and belled collars to maintain consistent fin spacing to ensure performance and air pressure drop across the coil as scheduled. Tubes shall be mechanically expanded and bonded to fin collars for maximum thermal conductivity. Use of soldering or tinning during the fin-to-tube bonding process is not acceptable due to the inherent thermal stress and possible loss of bonding at that joint.

D. Construct coil casings of galvanized steel. End supports and tube sheets shall have belled tube holes to minimize wear of the tube wall during thermal expansion and contraction of the tube.

E. All coils shall be completely cleaned prior to installation into the air handling unit.

Complete fin bundle in direction of airflow shall be degreased and steam cleaned to remove any lubricants used in the manufacturing of the fins, or dirt that may have accumulated, in order to minimize the chance for water carryover.

F. When two or more cooling coils are stacked in the unit, an intermediate drain pan shall be installed between each coil. The intermediate drain pan shall be designed being of sufficient size to collect all condensation produced from the coil and sloped to promote positive drainage to eliminate stagnant water conditions. The intermediate drain pan shall be constructed of the same material as the sections primary drain pan.

G. The intermediate drain pan shall begin at the leading face of the water-producing device and be of sufficient length extending downstream to prevent condensate from passing through the air stream of the lower coil.

H. Intermediate drain pan shall include downspouts to direct condensate to the primary drain pan. The intermediate drain pan outlet shall be located at the lowest point of the pan and shall be sufficient diameter to preclude drain pan overflow under any normally expected operating condition.

I. Hydronic Coils

1. Supply and return header connections shall be clearly labeled on unit exterior such that direction of coil water-flow is counter to direction of unit air-flow.

2. Coils shall be proof-tested to 300 psig and leak-tested to 200 psig air pressure under water.

3. Headers shall be constructed of round copper pipe or cast iron.

4. Tubes shall be 5/8-inch .020 copper, with aluminum fins.

5. Air vents and drains shall be included.

2.8 FILTERS

A. Provide factory-fabricated filter section of the same construction and finish as unit casings. Filter section shall have side access filter guides and access door(s) extending the full height of the casing to facilitate filter removal. Construct doors in accordance with Section 2.04. Provide fixed filter blockoffs as required to prevent air bypass around filters. Blockoffs shall not need to be removed during filter replacement. Filters to be of size, and quantity needed to maximize filter face area of each particular unit size.

B. Filter type, MERV rating, and arrangement shall be provided as defined in project plans and schedule.

2.9 DAMPERS

A. All dampers, with the exception of external bypass and multizones (if scheduled), shall be internally mounted. Dampers shall be premium ultra low leak and located as indicated on the schedule and plans. Blade arrangement (parallel or opposed) shall be provided as indicated on the schedule and drawings. Dampers shall be Ruskin CD60 double-skin airfoil design or equivalent for minimal air leakage and pressure drop. Leakage rate shall not exceed 3 CFM/square foot at one inch water gauge complying with ASHRAE 90.1 maximum damper leakage and shall be AMCA licensed for Class 1A. All leakage testing and pressure ratings shall be based on AMCA Standard 500-D. Manufacturer shall submit brand and model of damper(s) being furnished, if not Ruskin CD60.

2.10 ACCESS SECTIONS

A. Access sections shall be provided where indicated in the schedule and plans to allow additional access for inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of unit components. The unit shall be installed for proper access. Procedure for proper access, inspection and cleaning of the unit shall be provided in the AHU manufacturer's maintenance manual.

2.11 ULTRAVIOLET (UV-C) LIGHTS

A. UV-C light fixtures and lamps shall be provided by the air handler manufacturer.

The UV-C fixtures shall be factory-assembled and tested in the air handler. Field-installed fixtures shall not be allowed.

B. Design of the UV-C light array shall assure that the UV-C energy striking the intended coil and drain pan surfaces shall not be less than 550 microwatts per square centimeter and provide not less than 99 percent surface disinfection efficiency. The minimum intensity at any point on the surface plane of the coil must exceed 100 microwatts per square centimeter. Energy consumption at the design intensity shall be no more than 10 watts for each square foot of treated, cross sectional plane.

C. Lamps and Fixtures

1. UV-C lamps and fixtures shall be positioned to provide an equal distribution of UV-C energy and to minimize shadowed areas. The fixture assembly shall be designed and installed such that the sum of the lamp arc lengths in a row is a minimum of 90% of the irradiated surface total width. The lamps shall not produce ozone.

2. Each lamp shall be high-output, hot cathode, T8 diameter, medium bi-pin type that produces UVGI of 254 nanometers. Lamps shall contain no more than 5.5 milligrams of mercury while producing the specified UV-C output when installed in an environment with 500 fpm air velocity and subjected to temperatures of 55-135 degrees F. Lamp life shall be 9,000 hours minimum with no more than a 20 percent loss of output after two years of continuous use.

3. Fixtures shall meet the UL drip-proof design criteria and be constructed of stainless steel to resist corrosion. Racks for fixtures shall be constructed of galvanized steel as AHU interior. Fixtures shall have been independently tested and recognized by UL/C-UL under Category Code ABQK (Accessories, Air Duct Mounted), UL Standards 153, 1598 and 1995.

D. Protection of Polymeric Materials

1. All polymeric materials that come into direct or indirect (reflected) contact with UV-C light shall be tested and certified as UV-C tolerant. Any polymeric material in direct or indirect contact with UV- C light not certified as UV-C tolerant shall be completely shielded from the UV-C light using a certified UV-C tolerant material such as metal. UV-C tolerance is defined as being capable of performing its intended duty for a minimum of 20 years.

E. Safety

1. Access doors shall be provided at the location of each UV-C light as indicated on the plans and schedule.