RLP No. 8AL2178 - Exhibit C - Program of Requirements v1.04.pdf

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This document is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Program of Requirements for tools and leasehold improvements at TSA locations, version 1.04. The comprehensive document provides detailed architectural and technical specifications for designing and constructing TSA office spaces, covering aspects such as partitions, doors, ceilings, flooring, finishes, millwork, HVAC, plumbing, lighting, electrical systems, IT security, and equipment requirements.

The document includes extensive guidelines for structured cabling systems, telecommunications infrastructure, bonding and grounding requirements, and cabinet specifications. It outlines space typicals for various room types like private offices, workstations, breakrooms, conference rooms, and specialized spaces such as IT/LAN rooms and canine support areas. The specifications are designed to ensure consistency across TSA facilities, with detailed technical requirements for electrical, telecommunications, safety, and physical security systems. The document also provides comprehensive guidelines for installation, testing, labeling, and management of infrastructure components, with a focus on creating secure, functional, and standardized workplace environments.

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Program of Requirements Tools for leasehold improvements at TSA locations iiTSA Program of Requirements1.04

Table of Contents

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background�� 1

1.2 Purpose�� 1

1.3 Application�� 2

1.4	General Site Criteria�� 2
1.4.1	Site Criteria��2

1.4.2 Security Considerations��2

1.4.3 Office Support Spaces��2

1.4.4 Parking��2

1.4.5 Building Signage��2

2.0 ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS

2.1	Partitions�� 4
2.1.1	Partition Types��4

2.1.2 Partition Criteria��4

2.1.3 Partition Notes��4

2.2	Doors, Frames and Hardware�� 5
2.2.1	Door Types��5

2.2.2 Door Criteria��5

2.2.3 Frame Types��5

2.2.4 Frame Criteria��5

2.2.5 Hardware Types��5

2.2.6 Hardware Criteria��5

2.2.7 Door Frame and Hardware Notes��5

2.3	Ceilings�� 6
2.3.1	Ceiling Types��6

2.3.2 Ceiling Criteria��6

2.3.3 Ceiling Notes��6

2.4	Flooring�� 7
2.4.1	Flooring Types��7

2.4.2 Flooring Criteria��7

2.4.3 Flooring Notes��7

2.5	Finishes�� 8
2.5.1	Wall Finish Types��8

2.5.2 Wall Finish Criteria��8

2.5.3 Wall Base Criteria��8

2.6	Millwork�� 9
2.6.1	Millwork Types��9

2.6.2 Millwork Criteria��9

2.7	HVAC�� 10
2.7.1	HVAC Types��10

2.7.2 HVAC Criteria��10

2.7.3 HVAC Notes��10

2.8	Plumbing�� 11
2.8.1	Plumbing Types��11

2.8.2 Plumbing Criteria��11

2.8.3 Plumbing Notes��11

2.9	Lighting�� 12
2.9.1	Lighting Types��12

2.9.2 Lighting Criteria��12

2.9.3 Lighting Notes��12

2.10	Electrical and Telecommunications�� 13
2.10.1	Electrical and Telecom Types��13

2.10.2 Electrical and Telecom Criteria��13

2.10.3 Electrical and Telecom Notes��13

2.11	IT Security�� 15
2.11.1	Telecommunications Room��15

2.11.2 Telecommunications Cabinet��16

2.12	Equipment�� 17
2.12.1	Equipment Types��17

2.12.2 Equipment Notes��17

3.0 DELIVERABLES

3.1	Dissemination of Sensitive Documents�� 18
3.1.1	Sheet File Security Imprint ��18

3.1.2 Cover Sheet Security Imprint��18

3.1.3 Deliverable File Formats��18

3.1.4 Third Party Software Criteria��19

3.1.5 Design Intent Drawing��19

3.1.6 Electronic Submittals��20

3.1.7 Quantities��20

3.1.8 Email Transmittals��20

3.1.9 Space Plans��20

3.1.10 Construction Documents��20

3.1.11 As-Built Drawings��20

3.1.12 Cost Estimates��20 iiiTSA Program of Requirements1.04

4.0 SPACE TYPICALS

CH1 - Component Head Private Office (240 SF)��22

P2 - Private Office (120 SF)��23

P3 - Private Office (100 SF)��24

W1 - Workstation (48 SF)��25

W2 - Workstation (36 SF)��26

FR1 - File Room (120 SF)��27

BR1 - Breakroom (210 SF)��28

BR2 - Breakroom (170 SF) ��29

CP1 - Copy Room (120 SF)��30

LAN1 - IT/LAN/Server/Communications Closet (150

SF)��31

REC1 - Reception Area - Staffed (200 SF)��32

SR1 - Storage Room (100 SF)��33

HUD1 - Huddle Room (100 SF)��34

PRV1 - Privacy Room (80 SF)��35

CR1 - Conference Room - Large (480 SF)��36

MPR2 - Multipurpose Room -Small (600 SF)��37

TBR1 - TSO Breakroom (SF Varies)��38

OLC1 - On-Line Learning Center (420 SF)��39

LTR1 - Lecture Training (500 SF)��40

ATL1 - ATLAS Support Space (200 SF)��41

COC1 - Coordination Center - Large (700 SF)��42

OS1 - Operational Storage (Min 150 SF/Max 10,000

SF)��43

TSSE1 - TSSE Support Space (180 SF)��44

CSS1 - Canine Support Space (1500 SF)��45

LCH1 - Local Hiring/Assessment Center - Large (860

SF)��46

5.0 ARCHITECTURAL MATRIX

6.0 GUIDELINES FOR SAFETY, HEALTH AND FIRE

PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

6.1 General �� 48

6.2	Routes of Egress�� 49
6.2.1	Basic Requirements ��49

6.2.2 Exit Routes ��49

6.2.3 Exit Discharge ��50

6.2.4 Exit Door Access ��50

6.2.5 Door Hinges ��50

6.2.6 Exit Route Capacity ��50

6.2.7 Height and Width Requirements ��50

6.2.8 Outdoor Exit Routes ��50

6.3	Life Safety�� 50
6.3.1	Exit Signs ��50

6.3.2 Emergency Lighting ��50

6.3.3 Manual Fire Alarm Boxes ��51

6.3.4 Smoke Detectors ��51

6.3.5 Audible and Visible Signals ��51

6.3.6 Fire Sprinkler Protection System ��51

6.4 Breakrooms�� 51

6.5 Asbestos �� 51

6.6 Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)�� 51

6.7 Requirements for Building/Facility Owners

�� 51

6.7.1 Notification Requirements ��52

6.7.2 Signs and Labels ��52

6.7.3 Records Retention ��52

6.8	Competent Person�� 52
6.8.1	Duties ��52

6.8.2 Training ��53

6.9	Exposure Monitoring�� 53
6.9.1	Initial Exposure Assessment ��53

6.9.2 Negative Initial Exposure Assessment ��53

6.9.3 Periodic Monitoring ��54

6.10	Methods of Compliance�� 54
6.10.1	Requirements Applying to All Jobs ��54

6.10.2 Requirements Applying to Specific Classes

of Asbestos Work ��55

6.11	Lead Based Paint �� 55
6.11.1	Summary of Findings��55

6.12 Definitions�� 57

7.0 GUIDELINES FOR STRUCTURED CABLING

SYSTEMS

7.1	Introduction �� 58
7.1.1	Scope ��58

7.1.2 Structured Cabling Systems ��58

7.1.3 Telecommunications Wiring System

Subsystems ��59

7.1.4 Site Preparation Guidelines ��59

7.1.4.1 General Information ��59 ivTSA Program of Requirements1.04

7.1.4.2 Specifications ��59

7.2	Workstation Equipment Subsystem�� 59
7.2.1	Definition ��59

7.2.2 General Information ��59

7.2.2.1 Equipment Specifications ��59

7.2.2.2 UTP Patch Cords. ��60

7.3	Horizontal Subsystem�� 60
7.3.1	Definition ��60

7.3.2 General Information ��60

7.4 Main Distribution Frame (MDF) and

Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF) Equipment Subsystem and Telecommunications Closets�� 61

7.4.1 Definition ��61

7.4.1.1 Telecommunications – MDF – Main Distribution

Frame��61

7.4.1.2 Telecommunications – IDF – Intermediate

Distribution Frame��61

7.4.1.3 Recommended telecommunications closet (MDF

or IDF) sizes��61

7.4.2 General Information ��61

7.4.3 Specifications ��62

7.4.3.1 Floor Loading (Floor Mount Cabinets)��62

7.4.3.2 Provisioning ��62

7.5	In-Building Backbone Subsystem�� 63
7.5.1	Definition ��63

7.5.2 General Information ��63

7.5.3 Site Selection��63

7.5.4 Floor Loading (Floor Mount Cabinets��63

7.5.5 Water Infiltration��63

7.5.6 Heating, Venting and Air Conditioning

(HVAC)��63

7.5.7 Electromagnetic Interference��63

7.5.8 Vibration��63

7.5.9 Size��64

7.5.10 Provisioning��64

7.5.11 Campus Backbone System��64

7.5.12 Definition��64

7.6	Installation and Ongoing Maintenance�� 64
7.6.1	Physical Routing��65

7.6.1.1 Separation from Sources of Electromagnetic

Interference (EMI) ��65

7.6.1.2 UTP Splices and Bridge Taps ��65

7.6.1.3 UTP Cable Bends ��65

7.6.1.4 Patch Cords ��65

7.6.2 Conduit ��65

7.6.2.1 General ��65

7.6.2.2 Types of Conduit ��65

7.6.2.3 Use of Conduit ��66

7.6.2.4 Minimum Requirements ��66

7.6.2.5 Bends ��66

7.6.2.6 Fish-tape or Pull-cord ��66

7.6.2.7 Conduit Run ��66

7.6.2.8 Conduit Termination ��66

7.6.3 Physical Media Specifications ��67

7.6.3.1 Technical Reference ��67

7.6.3.2 Length ��67

7.6.3.3 Construction ��67

7.6.3.4 Twisted Pairs ��67

7.6.3.5 Cable Diameter ��67

7.6.3.6 Breaking Strength ��67

7.6.3.7 Bending Radius ��67

7.6.3.8 UTP Polarization ��67

7.6.4 Transmission Characteristics ��67

7.6.4.1 Technical Reference ��67

7.6.4.2 DC Resistance��67

7.6.4.3 DC Resistance Unbalance��67

7.6.4.4 Mutual Capacitance��67

7.6.4.5 Capacitance Unbalance: Pair to Ground��68

7.6.4.6 Characteristic Impedance and Structural Return

Loss (SRL)��68

7.6.5 Data-Related UTP Connecting Hardware:

Physical Specifications ��68

7.6.5.1 Technical Reference ��68

7.6.5.2 Overall Construction ��68

7.6.5.3 RJ-45 Construction ��68

7.6.6 Fiber Optic Cabling: Physical Specifications

��68

7.6.6.1 Technical References ��68

7.6.6.2 Construction ��68

7.6.6.3 Quantity Locations with one MDF and one or

more IDF��68

7.6.7 Fiber Optic Cabling: Transmission

Specifications ��68

7.6.7.1 Technical Reference ��68

7.6.7.2 Transmission Characteristics ��68

7.6.8 Fiber Optic Connecting Hardware: Physical

Specifications��68 vTSA Program of Requirements1.04

7.6.8.1 Technical Reference��68

7.6.8.2 Construction��68

7.6.9 Fiber Optic Connecting Hardware:

Transmission Characteristics��69

7.6.9.1 Technical Reference��69

7.6.9.2 Attenuation��69

7.7	Acceptance Testing�� 69
7.7.1	Definition��69

7.7.2 General��69

7.7.3 Unshielded Twisted Pair Testing��69

7.7.3.1 Visual Inspection��69

7.7.3.2 Certification Requirements ��69

7.7.4 Fiber Optic Circuits ��70

7.8 Labeling, Cable Management and

Administration�� 70

7.8.1 Introduction ��70

7.8.2 Labeling��70

7.8.2.1 Data Jack Labeling��70

7.8.2.2 Patch Panel Designation��70

7.8.2.3 Patch Cable Labeling��70

7.8.2.4 Patch Panel & Port Designation��70

7.8.2.5 Switch, Switch Blade & Port Designation��71

7.8.3 Cable Standards��71

7.8.4 Cable Management��71

7.8.4.1 Cable Management Figures��71

7.9	Firestopping�� 73
7.9.1	Definition ��73

7.9.2 General information ��73

7.9.3 Requirements ��73

7.9.4 Specifications ��73

7.9.5 Approved Material Types ��73

7.9.6 Selection Criteria��73

7.10 Telecommunications Bonding and

Grounding Requirements �� 73

7.11	TSA Cabinet Specifications�� 74
7.11.1	Cabinet Electrical Specifications ��74

7.11.2 Cabinet Size Specifications - Open Racks��75

7.11.3 Cable Management for Open Racks��75

7.11.4 Cabinet Sizes Specifications - Wall Mount��76

7.11.5 Cabinet Sizes Specification - Closed Racks��76

7.11.6 Cabinet Air Conditioning Requirements��77

7.12 Glossary�� 78

7.13 Acronyms�� 79

7.14 Information Sources/Referenced Documents

& Acknowledgments�� 79

8.0 ABBREVIATIONS LIST

9.0 VERSION HISTORY

1TSA Program of Requirements1.04

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Background

The Program of Requirements (POR) is a comprehensive document that provides construction specifications for all TSA locations housing and/or supporting Federal Security Directors (FSD), their staff and the TSO workforce. Information provided in this document is the result of requirements provided by The Office of Acquisition Program Management (OAPM), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), the Office of Physical Security and the Field Services Branch (FSB), Occupational Safety, Health and Environment (OSHE).

For more detailed information and guidance regarding the allocation of space, amounts of appropriate space for different TSA functions, leasing and renovation of space, purchase and installation of furniture, parking of official government vehicles and related real estate space and leasing services, refer to the following tools and documents, all available on the FSB, Real Estate Management Division’s (REMD) Sharepoint site:

• TSA Workplace Standards

• TSA Management Directive No. 200.12

1.2 Purpose

The purpose of preparing this POR is to establish general guidelines that communicate design objectives and criteria to GSA, Lessors, architects, designers and engineers managing and developing construction projects for TSA. Every effort should be made to apply these build-out standards across the board to ensure consistency in FSD offices and support spaces. Where minor renovations will be performed, the standards published in this document should be followed as closely as possible.

Standards and specifications provided throughout this document are to be used as guidelines for design and construction. Space layouts can vary or require modification when affected by site conditions that may include but are not limited to existing architectural and structural elements, life safety egress code requirements and security considerations.

Where feasible, building standards and designs will also seek to comply with the revised Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings, issued by the Council on Environmental Quality in 2016.

This POR does not apply to passenger checkpoints, checked baggage screening areas or headquarters spaces. Please note that all the construction specifications, including all architectural, telecommunications, security and safety requirements for checkpoint areas and baggage screening areas are coordinated with the respective TSA Program Offices.

https://ishare.tsa.dhs.gov/Offices/FinanceAdmin/REMD/Pages/FSBGuides.aspx https://ishare.tsa.dhs.gov/PoliciesAndForms/Policies/Pages/TSAMDs.aspx https://energy.gov/eere/femp/guiding-principles-sustainable-federal-buildings https://energy.gov/eere/femp/guiding-principles-sustainable-federal-buildings

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1.3 Application

Leased space that is raw (open with no walls) or configured for other than office use or where modifications are needed to accommodate the required numbers of staff and support spaces, will be designed or reconfigured and constructed to conform, inasmuch as possible, to the standards outlined in this POR. The level of effort is also contingent upon the availability of funding.

Leased space accepted in “as-is” condition may or may not comply with the standards and guidelines outlined in this POR. Space is accepted in “as-is” condition when it has been determined that staff and support spaces can be accommodated in the space without major construction/renovations.

Minor improvements may be made such as paint and carpet replacement. Prior to occupancy, REMD will work with OCIO and the Office of Physical Security to coordinate the installation of telecommunications and security enhancements required to make the space operational and secure.

When renovating existing leased space, requested modifications should, inasmuch as possible, conform to the standards in the POR. The level of effort is also contingent upon the availability of funding.

1.4 General Site Criteria

1.4.1 Site Criteria

Criteria have been established for all TSA locations to be located at or near airport facilities. Requirements were established based on operational needs defined by OSO and the Office of Physical Security. The table below summarizes the basic requirements to be followed, inasmuch as possible, for FSD offices and support spaces. Specific safety and, detailed security requirements can be found in the Appendix of this document.

1.4.2 Security Considerations

Considerations for selection of TSA Office space should be an integral part of the initial evaluation process of a market survey. Effective site selection can enhance security of an office eliminating the need for intricate engineering solutions. Placing greater emphasis on the building’s operating efficiency and performance at the initial project stage can greatly reduce total life-cycle cost.

1.4.3 Office Support Spaces

• TSA administrative offices should not be located in windowed space that is adjacent to outside fire escapes, ledges or mezzanines.

• TSA administrative offices should be located in contiguous space on one floor, when available.

• Where possible, TSA administrative offices and support spaces should not be located on the top or ground levels of any building.

• In general, office spaces should be placed and glazed such that personnel cannot be seen from uncontrolled public areas. Preferably these offices should face courtyards, interior spaces or controlled areas.

• TSA offices should not be collocated in buildings or areas that handle, store, or ship Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT).

• TSA offices shall not be collocated in any facility where non-TSA personnel require daily access or emergency egress through TSA spaces.

1.4.4 Parking

• Security requirements for parking areas for official vehicles will depend on local conditions.

All parking for official vehicles should be in close proximity to selected facilities.

• Lighting for the parking area will depend on the local conditions. However, adequate lighting is needed for surveillance and employee safety purposes.

1.4.5 Building Signage

• For Operation Security (OPSEC) purposes, signage should be limited to suite numbers only.

There shall not be any signage that draws attention to or publicizes the locations of TSA operational units and personnel.

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2.0 Architectural Specifications

This section outlines the various architectural specifications that are common throughout TSA design and construction projects. These examples are meant to be used purely as a reference, and the final space size and configuration may vary from what is shown here.

The specifications outlined in this section are as follows:

Partitions Doors, Frames and Hardware Ceilings Flooring Finishes Millwork

HVAC

Plumbing Lighting Electrical and Telecommunications IT Security Considerations Equipment

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2.1.1 Partition Types

See table below

2.1.2 Partition Criteria

All standard walls are to be designed for deflection not to exceed L/240 of the height when subjected to the minimum positive and negative pressure of 5 psf for typical partitions.

• Wallboard: Gypsum wallboard to be 5/8”.

Individual conditions will dictate need for fire-rated, water- resistant or other special wallboard. Verify with A/E. Metal Studs: ASTM C645 roll formed galvanized steel, 25 gauge minimum; spacing 16” on center and size as recommended by the wallboard manufacturer for the wall system and height required.

• Sound Attenuation Batt: Provide acoustical insulation to the thickness recommended by manufacturer for the thickness of wall to achieve recommended minimum STC rating of 45.

• All openings in the perimeter walls or interior partitions must be covered with 13 gauge expanded steel mesh, firmly anchored to the wall studs inside the secured area. The area of any single opening should not exceed 100 square inches.

2.1.3 Partition Notes

• Install fire-rated supplementary framing, blocking and bracing at terminations in gypsum board assemblies to support fixtures, equipment, furnishings, etc. Including wall-hung cabinets in Break Rooms and marker boards and/or television/ monitor in Conference Rooms and Coordination Center.

• Provide ¾” plywood painted with a light colored fire-retardant paint on a minimum of 2 walls at 18” above finished floor and to a height of 8’ in the Communications Room. See “7.4.3.2 Provisioning” on page 62.

• Provide acoustical sealant at base, head, perimeter and all openings for all sound-rated partitions.

2.1 Partitions

Partition Types Type Description Application (Room) PT-1 Floor to ceiling partition, metal studs with gypsum wallboard both sides

• Standard Offices

• Pantry

• Copy Room

• Local Hiring Center

PT-2 Slab-to-slab partition, metal studs with gypsum wallboard both sides with sound attenuation batting (min STC 45)

• FSD & or SES Office

• Conference Rooms

• Multi-purpose Rooms

• Coordination Center

• Canine Support Space

• FIO Office

• Training Rooms

• TSO Break Rooms

• Team Rooms

• Privacy Rooms

PT-3 Slab-to-slab partition, metal studs with gypsum wallboard both sides

• Waiting Area

• Secure File Room

• Secured Storage

• ATLAS Support Space

• Operational Storage

• TSSE-BAO Support Space

• Perimeter partitions

PT-4 One hour fire rated wall, slab-to-slab steel stud and gypsum board partition

• Communications Closet

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2.2 Doors, Frames and Hardware

steel for openings of 4’-0” and greater. Painted finish.

2.2.5 Hardware Types

• Hinges: Continuous hinges (for level 3 doors)

• Cylinders, Bolts, Locksets and Deadlocks (for perimeter doors and Communications Closet)

• Push and Pull Silencers, Thresholds, Kick plates (for perimeter doors) and Wall or Floor Stops

2.2.6 Hardware Criteria

• All door hardware and security component submittals should be submitted to REMD for review by the Office of Physical Security.

• Any hinges that are on the outside of TSA space must be equipped with non-removable pins.

• All hardware must meet ADA accessibility requirements, e.g. latch sets and locksets should have lever handles.

2.2.7 Door Frame and Hardware Notes

• Provide door closers where necessary.

• Provide electronic access controls system.

• Provide electric door strike for any door controlled by the access control system. Provide recessed door contact switch.

• Exit doors should not be equipped with key operation or any tools to open from inside of the building per NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, 1997 edition; Paragraph 2.15.1.

• For the TSO Break Room and any Training Room used by less than 20 screeners, Medeco locks with keys shall be used.

• For the TSO Break Room and any Training Room used by more than 20 screeners, install EPLEX 5800 or approved equivalent.

2.2 Doors, Frames and Hardware

2.2.1 Door Types

See Door Types Table below

2.2.2 Door Criteria

• Interior solid core flush wood door (Single):

Comply with NWWDA, I.S.1 and AWI 1300 Architectural Quality Standards. Premium grade.

5-ply construction with particleboard or glued-block core. (Preferred)

• Interior hollow metal flush door (Single):

Construct interior doors in accordance with ANSI/ SDI-100 “recommended Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames”, Grade III, extra heavy duty, model 2, seamless design, minimum 18 gauge outer sheets. (Exception to match existing)

2.2.3 Frame Types

• Hollow Metal - Single Door

2.2.4 Frame Criteria

• Hollow Metal: Welded hollow metal frame, one piece rolled section with minimum of 16 gauge steel for openings less than 4’-0” in width and 14 gauge

Door Types Type Description DR-1 Typical single, solid core wood door

Size 36” x 84” x 1 3/4” or match existing

DR-2 Fire-rated door to meet local building codes

DR-3 Pre-hung door to be bullet resistant and shall be rated UL 752 SPSA/Level 3 including frame assembly. This door shall be alarmed and equipped with a heavy duty electric strike, controlled by a release button located at the receptionist desk

See Physical Security Program of Requirements for additional information about door and hardware types

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2.3 Ceilings

2.3.1 Ceiling Types

See Ceiling Types Table below

2.3.2 Ceiling Criteria

• All existing damaged ceiling tiles and/or grid system are to be replaced with new tiles and suspension system to match existing system.

• For new ceiling installations, use a 2’ x 2’ square system.

• Secure suspension system/wire/rod hangers, etc. for the ceiling tiles or gypsum board to structural members or framing members only.

Never attach the suspended steel framing to the roof decks or to the ducts, pipes and conduits.

• Install edge molding and trim at perimeter of acoustical ceiling where necessary to conceal edges of acoustical ceiling tiles.

• Apply acoustical sealant in a continuous ribbon form where ceiling meets the vertical walls.

2.3.3 Ceiling Notes

• Locate electrical devices, life safety devices and the sprinkler heads at the center of the acoustical ceiling tiles, unless otherwise noted.

• For existing spaces, provide min. 6” fiberglass sound roll or batt insulation above ceiling up to 2’ on either side of existing partition, where applicable.

Ceiling Types Type Description CL-1 ACT - Acoustical ceiling tile with suspension grid

CL-2 GBC - Gypsum board ceiling

CL-3 Open - Open to structure above

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2.4 Flooring

2.4.1 Flooring Types

See Flooring Types Table below

2.4.2 Flooring Criteria

• Carpet: Commercial grade carpet tile. Color to be selected from manufacturer’s standards.

Select carpeting to have limited off-gassing from the carpet fibers and carpet backing. Direct glue-down installation per guidelines of Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).

• Extend carpet into toe spaces, door reveals, closets, alcoves, removable flanges, etc.

• VCT: Vinyl composition tile complying with ASTM F1066, Composition 1, colors as selected by TSA. All tiles shall bear a minimum static coefficient of friction of 0.6 for accessible routes and 0.8 for ramps when tested under a dry condition. All tiles will be selected to have a fire performance complying with the requirements of building code and local authorities.

• At expansion joints, locate joints in tile surfaces directly above the joints in concrete substrate.

Flooring Types Type Description CPT Carpet - per SFO Standard (TSA minimum requirement is 26 oz. multicolor level loop.)

VCT VCT - 12” x 12” x 1/8” vinyl composition tile per SFO standard

VCT2 VCT AS - 12” x 12” x 1/8” anti-static vinyl composition tile

VCT3 VCT HD - 12” x 12” x 1/8” heavy duty vinyl composition tile

CNC Concrete - sealed concrete

• Extend tile work into toe spaces, recesses, door reveals, closets and under or behind equipment and fixtures to form complete covering without interruption, unless otherwise noted.

• Do not saw-cut joints after installing tiles.

• Colors may be selected by local REMD approval.

• Contractor shall be responsible for leveling of floor slabs to receive specified finishes.

• All floor finish changes to occur under centerline of door in closed position.

• All patterned flooring is to be centered in both directions and generated from center of room outward toward partitions, unless noted otherwise.

• Carpet seams shall occur at junction of partitions, thresholds or change of direction in corridor. Strip patching is not acceptable.

2.4.3 Flooring Notes

• Floor loading in Communications Closet should accommodate 150 lbs/sf for telecommunication equipment.

• Refer to “7.6.3.2 Floor Loading” on page 63

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2.5 Finishes

2.5.1 Wall Finish Types

See Wall Finish Types Table below

2.5.2 Wall Finish Criteria

• Paint: Painting systems selected shall be manufactured from materials bearing low levels of volatile compounds without affecting in-service performance.

• Paint surfaces behind movable equipment and furniture the same as similar exposed surfaces.

• Paint all un-insulated metal and plastic pipes, pipe hangers and supports, panel boards and all mechanical and electrical equipment which is factory primed.

• Metals: Provide primer and two finish coats acrylic latex semi-gloss.

• Masonry: Provide filler and two coats acrylic latex semi-gloss.

• Wallboard: Provide primer and provide two coats acrylic latex.

• Concrete: Provide primer and two coats acrylic latex semi-gloss.

• Fabric Wall covering: Content to be polyester or polypropylene. Flame retardant. (as exception only)

• Vinyl Wall covering: All wall coverings should be fire-performance tested to meet requirements of building code and local authorities. (as exception only)

• Vinyl Base: Color to be selected from manufacturer’s standards. Provide vinyl edge strips and terminations as required.

• Colors may be selected by local REMD approval.

2.5.3 Wall Base Criteria

• Apply wall base to walls, columns, pilasters and cabinets in toe spaces and other permanent fixtures in rooms and areas where base is required.

• Attach or glue wall base tightly to the wall and floor substrate continuously throughout its length without gap at seams.

• Wall base shall not be stretched.

Wall Finish Types Type Description WF-1 Paint - per SFO standards (Eggshell finish or finish to match existing)

WF-2 Paint - per SFO standards (Semi gloss finish at door frames and at Break Room walls)

WF-3 VB 4” - vinyl cove base

WF-4 VW - commercial grade medium grade vinyl wall covering, mar and stain resistant; colors to be selected from manufacturer’s standards (As exception only - needs REMD approval).

WF-5 FP - Floor to ceiling fabric-wrapped 1” thick sound absorption panels (As exception only -needs REMD approval).

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2.6 Millwork

2.6.1 Millwork Types

See Millwork Types Table below

2.6.2 Millwork Criteria

• All architectural woodwork is to comply with AWI “Premium Grade Quality Standards”, 5th Edition.

• All products are to be selected and specified to avoid high off-gassing for urea formaldehyde, polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and asphaltic resin glues.

The use of plywood products incorporating phenol formaldehyde or resorcinol glues will be specified subject to Building Code-mandated fire-resistance requirements.

• Plastic laminate face sheets are to comply with NEMA LD3, GP 50; satin finish texture.

• Plastic laminate edges are to match face sheets and to be applied before the face sheets are applied.

• All edges should be rounded smooth.

• All hardware pulls to conform with to ABAAS Guidelines.

Millwork Types Type Description MW-1 WC - wall cabinets with adjustable shelves, 12” deep. All exposed surfaces are to have plastic laminate finish (including shelving).

MW-2 BC - base cabinets 24” deep with 4” backsplash and side splash. All exposed surfaces are to have plastic laminate finish including counter-tops, wall panels, clad shelving, etc. Base cabinetry shall be designed and installed to comply with Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS), per the SFO.

MW-3 CC - computer counter (optional): 30” deep, 1 ½” thick laminated work-surface with vertical support every 4 feet. Install grommets in the surface to allow wiring access. Locations to be coordinated during drawing review. Install a plastic bushing to protect wires.

MW-4 OS - open shelving. All exposed surfaces to be plastic laminate on 3/4” plywood to match base and wall cabinetry..

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2.7 HVAC

• Coordinate thermostat locations with architectural floor plan for effectiveness and to eliminate interference with furniture.

• Temperature and humidity control should be adjusted to the settings required for the performance specified. (Refer to HVAC notes below.)

2.7.3 HVAC Notes

• EF-1 Provide ceiling-mounted exhaust fan with wall-mounted switch. The fan is to be capable of providing 200 CFM and ducted to the building exhaust system. (TSO Break Room)

• SAS Provide concealed separate 24-hr operation, dedicated HVAC system, which must provide cooling, humidity and ventilation requirements as described in Appendix: Structured Cabling Systems Guidelines, Sub-Part 6.3.4, and be controlled by a thermostat. Heat gain per rack is estimated at 3000 BTUH. (Communications Closet)

2.7.1 HVAC Types

See HVAC Types Table below

2.7.2 HVAC Criteria

• All existing ducts, plenums and air unit casings should be cleaned of all debris, dirt and dust before installing grills, registers or diffusers.

• Where ductwork, piping or conduits pass through fire-rated partition, fire-walls or floors, fire-stop should be provided to ensure an effective barrier for the spread of fire, gases or smoke.

• Where duct work passes through fire-rated walls and floors, provide fire damper and access panel.

• All annular spaces between piping, ductwork or sleeves which do not require fire-stops should be packed with mineral wool and caulked.

• HVAC system should be tested and balanced according to the design specifications.

• Supplemental HVAC unit is required at Communications Room. Refer to “7.6.3.4 Heating, Venting and Air Conditioning (HVAC)” on page 63

HVAC Types Type Description HV-1 AS - Air Supply - Size: 2’ x 2’, unless otherwise noted (UON)

HV-2 AR - Air Return

HV-3 EF-1 - Exhaust Fan capable of providing 200 CFM (TSO Break Room)

HV-4 SAS - Supplemental HVAC Unit

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2.8 Plumbing

2.8.1 Plumbing Types

See Plumbing Types Table below

2.8.2 Plumbing Criteria

• Fixture rough-ins shall be compliant with ABAAS guidelines

2.8.3 Plumbing Notes

• Provide hot and cold running water to TSO break rooms and pantry areas, where applicable.

• Connect refrigerator ice maker (if applicable) to cold water supply.

• Instant hot to be installed in TSO Break Room only.

• Provide garbage disposal (GD-1)

Plumbing Types Type Description PL-1 Sink - 21” x 24” stainless steel single sink with chrome-plated brass single lever faucet.

PL-2 GD-1 - Garbage Disposal shall be one 3/4 hp, GE or equivalent with wall mounted switch.

PL-3 Instant Hot – to dispense a minimum of 30 cups of 190-degree F. (approx.) water per hour. Provide disconnect switch under the sink.

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2.9 Lighting

2.9.1 Lighting Types

See Lighting Types Table below

2.9.2 Lighting Criteria

• All luminaires in one room should be the same type unless otherwise noted and identical luminaires should be furnished with identical electronic ballasts.

• An overall lighting level of 50 foot-candles is required at task level. (30” AFF)

• Mount light switches on walls inside of room no higher than 48” AFF UON.

• Align edges of luminaires with walls or other building elements as indicated in the drawing.

2.9.3 Lighting Notes

• The lighting shall utilize multiple switching so that the center lamp of each 3-lamp fixture is connected to one switch and the outside lamps are connected to a second switch. This allows various lighting levels using 2 switches by switching either 1 lamp on, 2 lamps on, or all 3 lamps on in each fixture.

Lighting Types Type Description LT-1 FP: Fluorescent fixture with parabolic louvers or matched to building standard

LT-2 EF: Emergency Fluorescent fixture (connected to back-up generator, if available)

LT-3 NL: Night Light (always on)

LT-4 THBL: Twin Head Battery Pack Light (emer-gency light)

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2.10 Electrical and Telecommunications

2.10.1 Electrical and Telecom Types

See Electrical & Telecommunications Table below

2.10.2 Electrical and Telecom Criteria

• Locate power for shared equipment in shared common wall or a systems furniture panel. Use of power poles is discouraged.

• All telecommunications data cables to be CAT 5E or a higher standard.

• Contractor is required to verify calculation and implementation of all electrical circuitry loads as required to comply with all applicable codes.

2.10.3 Electrical and Telecom Notes

• Outlet plates shall be installed flush with the finished surface.

• Provide one ground connection to each rack in Communications Closet.

• Provide j-hook cable management above ceiling for CAT 5E cabling.

• Cable TV termination and electrical outlet to be installed in FSD Office, FSD Conference Room, TSO Break Room and/or Coordination Center only.

Locations should be coordinated with Furniture Plan.

• All power in Coordination Center and Communications Room shall be connected to back-up power, and/or the building’s emergency generator, if available.

• At a computer counter, mount data and

Electrical & Telecommunications Types Type Description ET-1 BF: Wall-mounted systems furniture base-feed for connection of systems power whip connection

ET-2 CB: Cable outlet for TV connection

ET-3 DPW: Wall-mounted duplex outlet

ET-4 QPW: Wall-mounted quadruplex outlet

ET-5 DPWD: Wall-mounted, dedicated 20-amp duplex outlet

ET-6 DPWG: Wall-mounted GFI duplex outlet

ET-7 VDW: Wall-mounted voice/data outlet

ET-8 DPF: Floor-mounted duplex outlet

ET-9 QPF: Floor-mounted quadruplex outlet

ET-10 VDF2: Floor-mounted voice/data outlet

ET-11 VDF4: Floor-mounted quadruplex voice/data outlet

ET-12 BVDW: Wall-mounted communication distribution box for connection to multiple workstations via system furniture panels

ET-13 BVDC: Ceiling-mounted communication distribution box for connection to multiple workstations through power poles

ET-14 JBU: Under-counter junction box (Break Room – Disposal and/or Instant hot)

ET-15 JBW: Wall-mounted junction box

ET-16 JBC: Ceiling-mounted junction box

ET-17 TOW: Wall-mounted telephone outlet

ET-18 MSW: Motion Sensor Switch (Wall)

ET-19 MSC: Motion Sensor Switch (Ceiling)

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*Not to scale electrical outlets 6” above counter surface.

• Each workstation requires two (2) 20 Amp circuits; one for computer use and one for utility use. Each computer circuit shall not exceed 4 duplex outlets (4 workstations). Each utility circuit shall not exceed eight (8) duplex outlets.

• Each workstation should be connected directly to the patch panel in the Communications Room via a home-run.

• Provide one dedicated analog line in Communications Room for each Security Panel, if applicable. (Refer to Physical Security Program of Requirements)

• Refer to “7.0 Guidelines for Structured Cabling Systems (Voice/Data)” on page 58 for detailed guidelines.

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2.11 IT Security

IT Security considerations for selection of a TSA Office including Telecommunications Room (TR) or a Telecommunications Cabinet (TC) for housing IT equipment are an integral part of the initial evaluation process of a market survey. IT Security requirements must be met for C&A processes and FISMA compliance.

2.11.1 Telecommunications Room

The TSA Telecommunications Room (TR) is the designated location for core infrastructure equipment including telecommunications, network, and other information systems that support TSA operations at local airports or other TSA offices.

The following items must be evaluated for TR for placement of information systems, network communication devices, or other IT components that directly support the TSA facility or operations.

• TSA Telecommunications Rooms (TR) shall be dedicated to telecommunications, networking or supporting information technology systems or end user connectivity only. The TR shall not be used for non-IT purposes such as storage or a break room.

• Equipment not related to telecommunications shall not be installed, pass through or enter the telecommunications room. Examples include:

baggage handling equipment, cooking equipment, water pipes, fire suppression systems not supporting the TR, etc.

• Minimum one closet per floor to house telecommunications equipment/cable terminations and associated cross-connect cable and wire.

• The TR must be located near the center of the area being served. Extended cable runs and the use of repeating equipment is discouraged due to the additional security risks of cable breaches and additional equipment that may not be adequately monitored.

• Horizontal pathways shall terminate in the telecommunications room on the same floor as the area served. Cable runs between multiple floors must only occur to/from each TR. Ad-hoc cable runs between floors must be avoided to prevent cable compromise.

• False ceilings must not be used in TR locations.

The ability to climb over a wall into a TR bypassing other physical security controls shall be prevented.

• Physical access to the TR is controlled; Solid core doors with no grates shall be used for TR doors, and access shall be controlled with multi-factor authentication door locks. Windows and other mechanisms that could be used to circumnavigate physical security controls shall not be allowed in TR locations. TR locations shall never be easily publicly accessible.

• HVAC requirements shall be appropriate to maintain the TR. High temperatures can cause equipment failures and shorten the lifespan of information Technology Systems. Environmental temperature and humidity controls shall be available to maintain equipment to adequate operational capabilities in accordance with TSA IT Security Policy. HVAC systems shall maintain a separate adjustable thermostat located in the TR, and must be available 24/7/365 with full operational capabilities.

• Emergency Room Power Shutoff switches may or may not be available; however, if unavailable, TSA shall install a secondary switch to allow power shutdown of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) while personnel are inside the TR in case of emergency.

• TR shall have fire suppression equipment that can be activated in case of a fire. In the case that no fire suppression equipment is available, compensating controls such as fire extinguishers must be provided for the TR in accordance with local building codes for TR or computer rooms.

• TR shall not be located where flooding has occurred or is expected to occur due to the hazard posed by water to information systems.

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2.11.2 Telecommunications Cabinet

Occasionally, when there is often no other location to place IT systems and equipment, a cabinet is wall mounted with IT systems housed in the storage areas of the cabinet, referred to as Telecommunications Cabinets (TC). Telecommunications Cabinets shall not be used to house core infrastructure equipment.

The following items must be evaluated for TC usage with information systems, network communication devices, or other IT components that directly support the TSA facility or operations.

• The TC must be dedicated to telecommunications, networking or supporting information technology systems or end user connectivity only. The TC shall not be used for non- IT purposes such as storage of sensitive information, or as a location for ‘safekeeping’ of non-IT items.

Paper and printer supplies shall not be stored in the

TC.

• All equipment must be able to be wholly contained in the TC. Electrical outlets shall be installed so that they are located inside the cabinet and protected by the cabinet instead of being installed outside of the cabinet and the equipment being vulnerable to the cable being removed from the cabinet.

• All network cabling must be wholly contained in the TC; Network cabling that is not contained in the TC must have a separate cabinet or use conduit to prevent unauthorized access to any network cabling. Cable runs that allow public access to the physical medium is prohibited.

• Wide Area Network connectivity must be contained in the TC including telecommunications ports, telecommunications supporting equipment, and any firewall/switching/routing equipment in use.

• Physical access to the TC is controlled; The TC shall be physically installed as far as possible from non-TSA personnel access to prevent unauthorized access. Placing TC in publicly accessible areas shall be avoided.

• Environmental controls must be evaluated for the TC. The TC shall be installed away from potential environmental hazards such as water pipes, excessive heat producing equipment, or other potential environmental hazards to the…

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