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FEMA Rugged Based

Performance

Requirements

Version CD

NOTE

14’ Wide NextGen MHU’s

FEMA will be procured and deliver the tank and pump system (TPS) to each vendor building the

Next Generation MHU (Rugged Based). The vendor shall place the TPS in the sprinkler closet and secure for shipping. The sprinkler system and connections shall be completed by the vendor. Final connections and testing shall be done by others.

8’ Wide NextGen MHU’s

The tank and pump system (TPS) are installed and delivered by the contractor. Each vendor building the Next Generation MHU (Rugged-Based) shall provide and install all electrical and plumbing for the sprinkler riser system as shown in the FEMA Drawing Package. Final connections and testing shall be done at the home site by others.

FEMA Rugged Based Performance Requirements

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Table of Contents

Description Page Number

Cover Page 1

Table of Contents 2

Section 1 – Manufactured Home Construction and Safety

Standards - 24 CFR 3280

Section 2 – Substitute Material Procedure 3

Section 3 – Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) 4

Section 4 – Zone Requirements 4

Section 5 – Transportation and Frame 4

Section 6 – Floor Covering 6

Section 7 – Exterior 7

Section 8 – Walls 8

Section 9 – Ceiling / Roof Covering 9

Section 10 – Electrical 9

Section 11 – Plumbing 11

Section 12 – Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) 12

Section 13 – Cabinetry and Counter Tops 14

Section 14 – Appliances, Furniture and Misc. Devices 15

Section 15 – Keys and Transponder 17

Section 23 – Sprinkler System General Requirements 18

Section 24 – 8 Wide Express MHU Sprinkler System 21

Section 25 – 14 Wide MHU Sprinkler System 25

Section 26 – Testing Requirements 32

Section 27 – MHU Identification Methods and Procedures 33

Section 28 – FEMA Task Order Options 39

Section 29 – Transportation Testing Form

Section 30 – Errata

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Section 1 – Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards – 24 CFR 3280

Shall # Description

1.01 Vendor Definition – A manufactured home manufacturer that is recognized by the

Department of Housing and Urban Development, complying with all aspects of 24 CFR 3282

Manufactured Home Procedural and Enforcement Regulations, that has been awarded a contract by FEMA.

1.0.1 The vendor shall provide an owner’s manual with each MHU delivered to FEMA.

Section 2 – Substitute Material Procedure

2.0.1 When the FEMA drawing package states, “or equal” or “or equivalent” the alternate to what is shown in the drawing package MUST be submitted in writing with all supporting documents

(via email) to FEMA or their designee for review and approval PRIOR to purchasing and installing on the NextGen MHU’s. FEMA will provide the email address in their solicitation request.

2.0.2 Alternate requests from vendors must state clearly:

1. FEMA drawing number and note number (If applicable) or specification section for the alternate request.

2. State what the alternate material will be.

3. State why the alternate is being requested.

4. All supporting documentation.

Any alternate request missing any of the above will not be reviewed or responded to by FEMA or their designee.

Any alternate request received 10 business days or less before the FEMA solicitation due date will not be accepted or responded to by FEMA or their designee.

2.0.3 FEMA or their designee will post responses within 3 business days or less of receiving request from a vendor.

2.0.4 FEMA will post responses to alternate requests at the following web site that is available to all vendors that were awarded a contract for MHU’s. It is the responsibility of all vendors to monitor this web page for updates. FEMA will provide the web site address in their solicitation request.

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Section 3 - Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)

3.0.1 The vendor shall be responsible to ensure MHU is built to FEMA supplied UFAS designs.

3.0.2 See also HUD’s Design Details for Accessible Disaster Relief Housing (November 2013 edition).

3.0.3 All units designated as “UFAS” or “Accessible” shall (X) be fully compliant with applicable UFAS regulations and this document. UFAS “reminders” included throughout these requirements are used to highlight certain standards, but are not all-inclusive, and the vendor shall (X) be responsible for ensuring compliance for applicable UFAS regulations. The vendor shall (X) meet the Final Guidelines for

Emergency Transportable Housing (36 CFR Part 1191). See below.

Reference links:

http://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/buildings-and-sites/emergency-transportable-housing/final-guidelines-for-emergency-transportable-housing https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/buildings-and-sites/about-the-aba-standards/ufas#intr

Note: Windows do not have to meet the UFAS requirements. Windows shall (x) meet the requirements of

24 CFR Part 3280.

Section 4 - Zone Requirements

4.0.1

FEMA “CONUS” unit shall be able to be deployable in Contiguous United States. The contiguous United States consists of the 48 adjoining U.S. states plus Washington, D.C. (federal district continent of North America.

4.0.2 FEMA CONUS Units Thermal Identification – The draw bar shall be painted green.

4.0.3 Zone Requirement Table for Continental USA (CONUS) MHUs

Thermal Zone U/O U/O Zone All

Wind Zone Zone III

Roof Load Northern Zone

Section 5 - Transportation and Frame

5.0.1 The transportation system components shall be installed with locking nuts or lock washers for every bolt per FEMA Drawing Package.

5.0.2 The maximum height of all the MHUs shall be 13 feet and 6 inches.

5.1 - Axles

5.1.1 The vendor shall (X) document the choice of the axles and indicate that the axles meet the requirements.

5.1.2 The vendor will document the choice of axle, number of axles, calculations that the weight supported by each axle shall (X) not exceed 80% of the total rated capabilities of the axle.

5.1.3 For all MHU types the vendor shall (X) ensure and provide documentation that the weight of the unit does not exceed 80 percent of the allowable weight for the number of axles provided.

5.1.4 The weight of the unit shall (X) be calculated to include all items that are shipped with the unit including all furniture and fixtures as well as any options exercised.

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5.2 - Axle Lubrication

5.2.1 Axles shall (X) include grease “zerk” fittings to facilitate maintenance of the axle hubs and bearings.

5.2.2 The grease fitting shall (X) be incorporated as part the hub assembly.

5.2.3 The grease fittings shall (X) be protected from environmental conditions when not being accessed during maintenance.

5.3 - Wheel Bearings

5.3.1 The wheel bearings minimum required operating life shall (X) be three-thousand hours (3,000 hours).

5.4 – Brakes

5.4.1 All axles shall (X) be equipped with electrically operated brakes to meet 49 CFR Section 393.42.

5.4.2 The brakes shall (X) meet or exceed the brake performance requirements of FMCSA 49 CFR

Section 393.52, in combination with the towing vehicle.

5.4.3 For the Express 1-Bedroom units, the brake system shall (X) have the capability of meeting the performance requirements of FMCSA 49 CFR 393.43(d) when equipped with a battery.

5.4.4 For the Express 1-Bedroom units an appropriate battery box and wiring shall (X) be built into the unit. The battery box shall be mounted to the hitch of the MHU.

5.4.5 The battery shall (X) not be included.

5.5 – Springs

5.5.1 Axle Springs shall (X) be of the multi-leaf type and appropriately rated with an under the axle mounting assembly (shackles, bolts, bushings, etc.).

5.5.2 Spring Hangers shall (X) be secured to the main frame I-beams by continuous weld.

5.5.3 All axle springs shall be secured to spring hangers using equalizer hardware.

5.6 - Tires and Rims

5.6.1 All tires and rims shall (X) be new and free of defects.

5.6.2

The vendor shall (X) specify the tires and rims to meet or exceed the minimum US DOT requirements of FMVSS 571.110 for trailers of 10,000 lbs. or less or 571.120 for trailers more than 10,000 lbs.

5.6.3 Rim clamps, bolts, nuts or other related tire-mounting hardware shall (X) be new.

5.6.4 All rims shall (X) be the same color.

5.7 - Bottom Board Tire Blowout / Road Hazard Damage Mitigation

5.7.1 The vendor shall (X) install a wooden board or other material that will deflect or prevent material from tire blowouts from damaging the “Bottom Board” or other items above the tires.

5.7.2 The material shall (X) be of a type that will endure multiple MHU transportation, storage, and installation/deactivation cycles without rotting or rusting.

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5.8 – Drawbar

5.8.1 The drawbar shall (X) be three feet to four feet (3’-4’) and be welded not bolted.

5.8.2

The drawbar ("A" frame) shall (X) be installed in such a manner that it is centered for proper towing and is secured by continuous weld to two (2) points on the front cross-member and two (2) points on the main frame I-beam.

5.9 - Screw Jack

5.9.1 The screw jack shall (X) be the industry standard bolt in type and capable of supporting 120% the calculated weight that is going to be transferred to the screw jack.

5.9.2 The screw jack shall (X) have galvanized protection coating with at least .30 ounces/sq.-ft.

5.10 - Outriggers

5.10.1 14 Wide MHU Only - The outriggers shall (X) terminate flush with the perimeter floor joist and be secured at this point with a lag bolt.

5.10.2 14 Wide MHU Only - Additional outriggers shall (X) be provided and installed at each location where a shackle (spring hanger) is mounted to the main frame I-Beam.

5.10.3 14 Wide MHU Only - Where shackles or hangers are adjacent (within 16 inches), additional outriggers shall (X) not be required.

5.11 – Serial Numbers

5.11.1 The stamped numbers and/or letters shall (X) be visible after the coating is applied.

5.11.2 There shall (X) be a clear designation between the letter “O” and number “0”.

5.11.3 The vendor’s DAPIA approved, serial number system page shall (X) be located on the exterior of the water heater compartment door.

5.12 - Transportation Lighting

5.12.1

Express units shall (X) be equipped with permanent lighting per USDOT NHTSA FMVSS 571.108.

Refer to USDOT NHTSA FMVSS 571.108. (Federal Lighting Equipment Location Requirements can be found at: http://www.nhtsa.gov/cars/rules/standards/conspicuity/trlrpstr.html

5.13 - Transportation Testing

5.13.1 Each vendor shall conduct a transportation test on the first MHU of each type produced and provide a transportation test report to FEMA or their designee.

5.13.2 The transportation test report shall be a min. of 100 miles on interstate roads, a min. of 100 miles on secondary roads for a total of a min. 200 miles.

5.13.3 The vendor shall complete the transportation test report form and provide to FEMA. See section 29 entitled, “Transportation Testing Form”.

5.13.4 The transportation test report shall document all failures during the transportation test. The vendor shall provide to FEMA or their designee the resolution of all failures for review and concurrence.

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Section 6 - Floor Covering

6.0.1 All interior floor covering shall (X) be durable and low maintenance, be continuous without seams, resilient, and non-skid floor covering.

6.0.2 Carpet is not acceptable anywhere in the home with the following exception.

6.0.3 A carpet mat approximately thirty inches by fifteen inches (30” x 15”) shall (X) be placed at each entrance door.

Section 7 - Exterior

7.0.1 See FEMA drawing package for additional exterior wall specifications.

7.0.2 The wall insulation shall (X) be kraft back “batt” insulation.

7.0.3

Minimum R rating for exterior wall insulation shall be:

8’ Wide MHU = Floors - R-26, Walls - R-13 and Ceilings R-38

14’ Wide MHU = Floors - R-26, Walls - R-19 and Ceilings R-38

7.0.3 Anchoring brackets shall (X) be installed at the spacing shown on the FEMA Drawing Package.

7.0.5 J-channel installed shall (X) not be punctured with weep holes over windows and doors.

7.0.6 J-channel joints shall (X) not be installed over doors and windows.

7.1 - Exterior Siding

7.1.1 Unit siding shall (X) be standard vinyl siding (color: light grey). Siding and corners shall (X) be the same color.

7.1.2 Soffits, trim and J-block shall (X) either be the same color, or white.

7.1.3 J-channel shall (X) not be punctured with weep holes or joints over windows and doors.

7.1.4 The exterior siding shall (X) be installed in accordance to manufacturer instructions.

7.1.5 Four (4) additional pieces of spare siding shall (X) be shipped with each MHU.

7.2 – Exterior Doors

7.2.1

Each exterior door shall (X) be industry standard Dunbarton Rediflex Steel Frame with Opaque

Outswing Fiberglass Door and ADA Sill or equivalent. The door shall be thirty-six inch by seventy-six inch (36” x 76”) minimum insulated fiberglass steel door with a minimum R 3.5 rated insulation.

7.2.2 Each door shall (X) be equipped with a vinyl bulb primary sealing system and a secondary vinyl weather strip.

7.2.3 Each door shall (X) be pre-hung.

7.2.4

Thresholds shall (X) be UFAS compliant. Threshold at doorways shall not exceed 1/2 in (13 mm).

Raised thresholds and floor level changes at accessible doorways shall be beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2).

7.2.5 All vendors shall (X) submit exterior door specs to the COR. All doors MUST be approved in writing from the COR.

7.2.6 Each entrance door shall (X) have entry locks with lever handles and key operated dead bolt locks installed. Including door to TPS closet.

7.2.7 All key operated dead bolt locks shall (X) use a dedicated key that operates the front and rear exterior doors.

7.2.8 All exterior door locks shall (X) be master keyed.

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7.3 Exterior Door Peephole / Door Viewer

7.3.1 Each exterior door shall (X) have two (2) peephole/door viewers.

7.3.2 The upper peephole shall (X) be located in the horizontal center of the door, and be placed five feet three inches (5’3”, or 63”) with a tolerance of (± .5 inch ) from the finished floor.

7.3.3 The lower peephole shall (X) be located in the horizontal center of the door and be placed three feet seven inches (3’7”, or 43”) with a tolerance of (± .5 inch) from the finished floor.

7.4 - Window Shutters

7.4.1 The unit shall (X) not have window shutters.

Section 8 – Walls

8.0.1 All panels shall (X) be secured to each wall stud it comes in contact with.

8.0.2

All outside corners shall (X) be reinforced with corner guards, either metal (non-corrosive) that is free of burrs or sharp points or edges and are covered by adequate joint compound, or wood molding so that the corner is protected.

8.0.3 All joints, except when using molding strips, shall (X) have a Level 3 finish, as specified in Gypsum

Association, GA-214 "Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish", prior to priming.

8.0.4 Walls shall (X) be constructed using moisture / mold resistant materials. Vinyl on gypsum is not acceptable.

8.1 - Paint

8.1.1 The MHU shall (X) have an off-white interior color with eggshell finish.

8.1.2 Walls shall (X) have one primer coat and a minimum of two finish coats of paint.

8.1.3 Walls, ceilings, moldings, and trim paint shall (X) be antimicrobial low volatile organic compound

(VOC).

8.2 - Molding and Trim

8.2.1 All trim molding and caulk used in the home shall (X) be color matched or color coordinated to the interior wallboard. All molding shall be caulked.

8.2.2 All seals, joints, door and window frames, corners (in plain view or not), etc., shall (X) be finished with appropriate matching moldings.

8.2.3 All exposed panel edges, such as access panels, shall (X) be covered with permanently attached non plastic edging.

8.2.4 Crown and baseboard molding shall be ½” x 2” used throughout the home.

8.2.5 The casing around doors and windows shall be ½” x 2” minimum lumber flat.

8.3 - Window Blinds

8.3.1 Mini blinds shall (X) be designed to meet required current industry safety standards and Consumer

Product Safety Commission recommendations.

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Section 9 – Ceiling / Roof Covering

Shall # Description

9.0.1 Drip edges shall (X) not have joints over the doors or windows.

9.0.2 All roof penetrations shall (X) be capped with a galvanized or aluminum metal cap. RV metal caps are not acceptable.

9.0.3 All MHUs shall (X) have a temporary wind diverter installed at the front gable end of the MHU.

9.0.4 Roof pods for roof ventilation are not acceptable.

9.1 - Rain Diverter Over Exterior Doors

9.1.1 A rain diverter shall (X) be provided over exterior egress doors preventing water from infiltrating the MHU. See Appendix A for detail.

9.1.2 A rain diverter is not required over the exterior TPS compartment doors.

9.2 – Ceilings Panels

9.2.1 The vendor shall (X) construct the MHU ceiling using industry standard methods.

Section 10 - Electrical System

10.0.1 All units shall (X) be ready for hook up to municipal electric service.

10.0.2 The electrical service shall (X) be a 200 Amp, 120/240 volts, 4-wire service panel, complete with main disconnect breaker and individual branch circuit breakers.

10.0.3

The main distribution panel shall (X) be of a dead front, safety type, equipped with thermal magnetic molded case circuit breakers of the quick break type having trip indicators and common trip on all multiple breakers. A trip indicator can be the handle snaps to a midpoint position between "OFF" and "ON" or a visible, red indicator easily identifies the tripped breaker.

10.1 – Electrical Service Entrance

10.1.1

Each MHU shall (X) be equipped with a hinged service entrance junction box. The service entrance junction box shall be installed in such a manner that the distance from the bottom side of the junction box to the floor joist is no more than eight inches (8").

10.1.2 The junction box shall (X) be mounted at a sufficient distance from the outer edge and beneath the unit to prevent rainwater penetration (A special rain shield shall not be installed).

10.1.3 The junction box selection shall (X) consider all the various angles so that the power cables can be pulled toward the box to allow access to the lugs.

10.1.4 The lug fittings in the junction box shall (X) be “CLEARTAP” (or equal) splice connector rated for copper/aluminum conductors.

10.1.5 The conductors shall (X) be copper.

10.1.6 The conductors shall be colored appropriately for their designation. Tape or paint is not acceptable for coding wires.

10.1.7 All current-carrying “hot” conductors shall (X) be covered with a black or red jacket.

10.1.8 The neutral conductor shall (X) be covered with a white jacket.

10.1.9 The grounding conductor shall (X) be bare copper wire.

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10.2 – Exterior Fixtures

Shall # Description

10.2.1 The fixture shall (X) be a metal, 150-degree motion-sensing twin flood security light.

10.2.2 The color shall (X) be light grey or white.

10.2.3 The motion sensing light shall (X) be installed so that it has a manual override feature.

10.2.4 Fixture bulbs shall (X) be Energy Star rated.

10.2.5 Appropriate flood light bulbs shall (X) be stored in a secure location in the kitchen during transportation.

10.2.6 All exterior penetrations (e.g. lighting and power outlets) shall (X) be properly sealed and caulked with proper material and protected with ice and water shield.

10.3 – Interior Receptacles

10.3.1

Note: The NEC definition of a receptacle is “a contact device installed at the outlet for the connection of an attachment plug”. A single receptacle is a single contact device with no other contact device on the same yoke. A multiple receptacle is two or more contact devices on the same yoke. See examples below.

10.3.2 All receptacles shall (X) be duplex receptacles throughout the MHU with the exception of specialty receptacles. Specialty receptacles include receptacles for the dryer, range, refrigerator, etc.

10.3.3

All electrical receptacles shall (X) be mounted eighteen inches (18”) from the receptacle cover plate screw to the finished floor. (Exceptions: NOAA, bathroom and kitchen countertop receptacles).

10.3.4 The bottom of all switches, the TPS annunciator panel and thermostat shall (X) set forty inches

(40”) to forty-four inches (44”) above the finished floor.

10.3.5 Self-contained electrical receptacles and switches are not permitted.

10.3.6 The receptacle for the range shall (X) be recessed in the wall at the rear of appliance.

10.3.7 The single 20 amp receptacle for the refrigerator shall (X) be located so it can be unplugged

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10.4 – Interior Lighting

10.4.1

All interior lighting fixtures (except for the water heater compartment, the TPS compartment and bathrooms shall (X) be ceiling mounted, wall-switched controlled, have dual bulb sockets with non-breakable shades. Light-Emitting Diode (LED)bulbs, equivalent to sixty (60) watt bulbs, shall be installed.

10.4.2 The water heater and TPS compartments light shall (X) be equipped with a light switch and shall

(X)not have a pull string.

10.5 – Water Heater Electrical Requirements

10.5.1

All interior lighting fixtures (except for the water heater compartment, the TPS compartment and bathrooms shall (X) be ceiling mounted, wall-switched controlled, have dual bulb sockets with non-breakable shades. Light-Emitting Diode (LED)bulbs, equivalent to sixty (60) watt bulbs, shall be installed.

10.5.2 The water heater circuit breaker shall (X) be taped in the “Off” position. The tape shall (X) be legibly labeled: “Water Heater. Do not turn on until water service operational and tank is filled.”

10.6 – Telephone and Cable Television Outlets

10.6.1 Cable Television Jack: Each unit shall (X) have a pre-wired television jack installed in the living room.

10.6.2 Telephone Jack: Each unit shall (X) have a pre-wired telephone jack installed in the living room and

Bedroom 1.

10.6.3 The telephone jack shall (X) be wired for two lines or a telephone jack with double outlets.

10.6.4 The cable jack and telephone jacks shall (X) be wired to a designated junction box for easy connection by a service provider.

10.6.5 CAT 5 cable shall be used.

10.6.6 All cable and telephone jacks shall (X) not be installed in a location that requires the movement of furniture for access or creates a trip hazard.

Section 11 – Plumbing

11.0.1 All plumbing fixtures, except the tub/shower and washing machine, in the unit shall (X) include secondary shutoff valves (one for each hot and cold-water supply).

11.1 – Water Heater

11.1.1 A 40-gallon electric (minimum 30-gallon for the Express MHU) dual element quick recovery water heater or equivalent tank less water heater shall (X) be installed.

11.1.2 The water heater shall (X) be complete with a pressure relief valve, corrosion resistant drain pan, and a metal tank drain valve.

11.1.3

The valves and drain pan shall (X) be separately piped four inches (4”) to six inches (6”) below the bottom board of the MHU and will be at least five inches (5”) away from the water inlet pipe. The water heater drain line is required to be ran to the exterior of the unit per 3280.709(h).

11.1.4 The water heater shall (X) be equipped with shut off valves on both hot and cold water lines to allow for ease of replacement.

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11.1.5 The vendor shall (X) include a label, sticker or placard that indicates what type of piping has been used in the unit.

11.1.6 The label shall (X) include size, material, and special instructions to winterize the unit.

11.1.7 The label, sticker and/or placard shall (X) indicate an appropriate and safe method to winterize and un-winterize the unit.

11.2 – Water Heater Compartment

11.2.1 The water heater compartment shall (X) be labeled - “Water Heater Compartment.”

11.2.2 The label shall (X) state “No additional items should be stored in the compartment.”

11.2.3 The font on the label shall (X) be a minimum #12 font.

11.2.4 Access shall (X) be provided through a door that is keyed with a single key.

11.2.5

The key for access to the water heater compartment shall (X) be unique and not match any other key used for interior or exterior locks providing access to the unit unless specifically designated.

**See requirement for “Water Heater Compartment Key.”

11.3 – Shower and Tub

11.3.1

The shower or the shower/tub combination shall (X) have a non-skid surface and shall be installed in accordance with the shower/tub manufacturer’s instructions, and be leveled so that water drains completely.

11.3.2 The MHU shall (X) include an installed shower rod and curtain.

11.3.3 The shower rod shall (X) be a single piece NON spring loaded type.

11.4 – Commode / Toilet

11.4.1 The vendor shall (X) equip the bathroom with a commode/toilet having an elongated bowl.

11.4.2 The commode/toilet shall (X) be two piece (tank and bowl are separate) and be a height of 17” to

19”, when measured from the floor to the top of the seat.

11.5 – Bathroom Sink

11.5.1 The vendor shall (X) equip the manufactured home with a free-hanging wall mounted sink.

11.5.2 The sink shall (X) include a faucet.

11.6 – Kitchen Sink

11.6.1 Each MHU shall (X) have a completely installed, self-rimming, double bowl, stainless steel sink with a faucet that has one (1) spray nozzle at least twenty-four inches (24”) in length.

11.6.2 Each sink shall (X) be fitted with metal strainer basket assemblies.

11.6.3

Kitchen sink shall (X) be a minimum of:

33"L x 22"H x 6.5” deep with double equal basins

(Express Units shall be single basin kitchen sink, 6.5” deep).

11.6.4 Water lines and drain pipes shall (X) be insulated to protect against contact unless they are contained in a kitchen sink base cabinet.

11.6.5 There shall (X) be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under the kitchen sink.

11.6.6 All faucet assemblies shall (X) include secondary shutoff valves (one for each, hot and cold water line).

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11.7 – Bathroom Medicine Cabinet

Shall # Description

11.7.1 The bathroom shall (X) include commercially manufactured surface mounted medicine cabinet with a mirrored door.

Section 12 – Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

12.0.1 The MHU shall (X) be equipped with a specifically engineered HVAC system based on the size and intended use of the MHU, in accordance with 3280.506, 3280.508 and 3280.509.

12.0.2

The MHU shall (X) be equipped with a specifically engineered HVAC system based on the size and intended use of the MHU, in accordance with 3280.506, 3280.508 and 3280.509. Two different systems will used in the production of the NextGen MHU’s. FEMA will provide direction in the solicitation.

12.0.3

Option 1 – Heating and Split Central Air Conditioning System – The “split” AC system consists of a condensing unit located outside of the MHU and an evaporative coil inside the MHU. The installation of a central air condition unit requires duct work and pipe work.

12.0.4

Option 2 - Unlike the split system, the HVAC Wall Mounted Package System has all the components for heating, air conditioning and whole house ventilation in a wall mounted system. The unit itself requires duct work; electrical connections and drain piping. Vendor is responsible for having a current

Alternative Construction Letter from HUD prior to the starting the construction of MHU’s for FEMA.

12.1 HVAC Geographic Area

12.1.1

All HVAC systems shall (X) be selected/designed and installed to comply with thermal zone 3 for heating and thermal zone 1 for cooling in accordance with heat loss/heat gain calculations in the

FEMA drawing package.

12.2 – Heating and Air Conditioning Systems

12.2.1 The furnace shall (X) be able to maintain the temperature based on the coldest average temperature of the operating area of the MHU.

12.2.2 The furnace shall (X) be complete with a factory-supplied base suitable for a forced air duct distribution system.

12.2.3

Thermostat: The thermostat shall (X) be a digital readout type with manual controls to switch from "OFF" to "HEAT" or "COOL" settings, temperature adjustment and fan control. The thermostats shall be a Non-Configurable, Non-Programmable Digital Thermostat. The thermostat shall be designed to work only with the HVAC system installed in the MHU.

12.2.4 A configurable thermostat is a thermostat that can be configured to work with several types of

HVAC systems (e.g., setting 1 for a heat pump; setting 2 for a standard split system).

12.2.5

A programmable thermostat is a thermostat that can be programmed to have the HVAC system change the temperature settings at different times of the day and/or be programmed to have different temperature setting for different days of the week.

12.3 – HVAC Installation

12.3.1 The HVAC system shall (X) be completely installed at the production facility. This includes duct work, and any other materials needed for the installation.

12.3.2 The HVAC system shall (X) not require additional installation when the MHU is installed.

12.3.3 The HVAC system shall (X) not transmit vibrations and any sound that accompany operation cycles

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12.3.4 The mounted compressor shall (X) be attached in such a way that the there are no sharp edges or protrusions and the condenser shall (X) not be damaged in any way during transportation or use.

12.3.5

A galvanized protective cover shall (X) be installed over all exterior HVAC components to protect any exterior HVAC components for the entire time that it is in storage and being transported to the initial installation point.

12.3.6 The cover shall (X) be installed in such a way as to not cause damage to the HVAC or the MHUs siding during storage or removal of the cover.

12.4 – HVAC Duct System

12.4.1

All seams shall (X) be sealed with UL 181A and/or 181B -listed duct mastic tape , which will be verified before acceptance, with mechanical fastening to ensure airtight construction with a maximum five percent (5%) duct loss . No construction debris or sawdust may be left in the duct system. See Section 26 for testing requirements

12.4.2 All TPS compartments shall (X) have one supply register.

Section 13 – Cabinetry and Countertop

13.0.1 The vendor shall (X) provide and install upper and lower cabinets that shall (X) comply with the

ANSI/KCMA A161.1 standard. Vendor may self-certify that they meet the requirement.

13.0.2 Access to the cabinets and counter top shall (X) not be blocked by appliances and shall (X) be usable, except the microwave oven.

13.0.3

The upper and lower cabinets shall (X) have three quarter inch (3/4”) thick shelving. A vendor that builds its cabinets may provide to FEMA or their designee for review and approval, a half inch (1/2”) thick shelf test report that complies with KCMA testing requirements. If the test report is acceptable, then half inch (½”) thick shelves may be used.

13.0.4 All cabinets shall (X) be constructed and installed with a finish compatible with the interior decor.

13.0.5 Cabinet shelves are not required to be fixed.

13.0.6 Base cabinets, except drawer base and sink base cabinets, shall have a fixed shelf.

13.0.7

Overhead cabinets, except range hood overhead cabinet, shall have three adjustable shelves per overhead cabinet. Shelves and adjustable shelf brackets shall be placed in the bottom of the cabinet for transportation.

13.1 - Kitchen Counter Tops

13.1.1

The vendor shall (X) install post-formed counter top (a post-formed counter top is formed from a single piece of laminate that is shaped into a backsplash at the rear and a rounded drip edge in front) or the vendor shall (X) install a square edge countertop with a back splash that is properly sealed and water resistant.

13.1.2 The countertop shall (X) be constructed to last for a minimum of 5 years of storage and 2 years of use.

13.1.3 The backsplash shall (X) be sealed where it meets the wall.

13.1.4 The backsplash shall (X) not be cut or altered for any purpose.

13.1.5 Access to the cabinets and counter top shall (X) not be blocked by appliances and shall (X) be usable.

13.1.6 The minimum size of the backsplash height shall (X) be 4 inches above the finished surface of the countertop.

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Figure: Example of a post formed laminated countertop

13.1.7

MHUs shall (X) include a minimum of thirty-six inches (36”) AND Express shall (X) include a minimum of twenty-four inches (24”) of continuous counter top space in the kitchen supported by a base cabinet that has a single drawer and two doors.

13.1.8 All surfaces subject to food preparation shall (X) be washable and constructed without joints.

Section 14 – Appliances, Furniture and Misc. Devices

14.0.1 The vendor shall (X) leave in place all labels that are affixed to the appliances.

14.0.2 All appliances shall (X) be unpacked, installed and packing material shall (X) be removed from the unit.

14.0.3 All appliances shall (X) be secured in a manner so that it is not damaged during multiple transportations or interfere when the unit is occupied.

14.0.4 Items used to secure appliance doors shall (X) be easily removed.

14.1 – Range / Oven

14.1.1 The vendor shall (X) install a thirty inch (30”) self-cleaning electric range/oven.

14.1.2 It shall (X) include four (4) burners, a thermostatically controlled lighted oven, and indicator lights that show that the burners are operating or are hot.

14.1.3 Range/oven controls shall (X) be located so that the user does not have to reach across burners to use the range/oven.

14.1.4 The range/oven shall (X) be secured to the floor.

14.1.5 The range/oven shall (X) be secured using the anti-tip brackets supplied by the range/oven vendor.

14.1.6

The range/oven shall (X) be plugged into the receptacle (receptacle for range is flush mounted in the wall behind range). Brackets used can include the typical angle bracket/gusset that supplied with a range/oven.

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14.2 – Power Vented (Range) Hood

Shall # Description

14.2.1 A lighted, power-vented range hood shall (X) be installed (one-piece construction).

14.2.2 Kitchen exhaust fan shall (X) exhaust a minimum of one-hundred (100) CFM, directly vented to the outside.

14.3 – Refrigerator

14.3.1 The refrigerator shall be a 18 cubic foot, frost-free, ENERGY STAR compliant with bottom freezer.

14.3.2 The refrigerator shall (X) be secured to the floor and a wall stud at the top rear with the manufacturer’s anti-tip bracket/gusset.

14.3.3 The single receptacle provided shall (X) be on a dedicated circuit and be able to be plugged in without moving the refrigerator and in an accessible location.

14.3.4 The refrigerator shall (X) be located so that when the door swings open it does not impede access when approaching from the stove, sink, and food preparation area.

14.3.5 The refrigerator shall (X) NOT be plugged in at time of delivery to FEMA.

14.4 – Microwave Oven

14.4.1 Each unit shall (X) include a 1.2 cu ft microwave (minimum) with child lock.

14.4.2 Microwave / range hood vent shall (X) not be allowed.

14.5 – Smoke Alarms

14.5.1 Smoke alarms shall (X) be installed as specified in 24 CFR 3280.209 Smoke alarm requirements.

14.5.2 Each smoke alarm shall (X) be equipped with a strobe component, test button and temporary silencing device.

14.5.3 The smoke alarm/strobe component shall (X) have a battery back-up.

14.6 – Fire Extinguisher

14.6.1 Each MHU shall (X) be equipped with one (1) UL listed fire extinguisher that has a minimum rating of 1A:10:B:C and a mounting bracket.

14.6.2 The mounting bracket shall (X) be secured to a wall stud in the kitchen/living area.

14.6.3 The location of the extinguisher shall (X) follow NFPA recommendations.

14.7 – NOAA Weather Radios

14.7.1 Each MHU shall (X) be equipped with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather radio in each bedroom.

14.7.2 Each National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather radio shall (X) be equipped with a strobe component and an external device jack.

14.7.3 NOAA weather radios shall (X) be approved by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and

NOAA.

14.7.4 All weather radios shall (X) work with electrical power and battery backup.

14.7.5 All weather radios shall (X) be UFAS compliant.

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14.8 – De-Humidifier Drain

14.8.1 Each MHU shall have a condensate drain as shown on the FEMA drawing package. The drain shall run to the exterior of the MHU.

14.9 - Furniture

14.9.1 All furniture shall (X) be durable (suitable for rugged use and comfortable) and built for up to five

(5) years in storage and/or eighteen (18) months during occupancy.

14.9.2

Fabric or material shall (X) meet federal flammability standard 16 CFR 1632 – Standard for the

Flammability of mattresses and mattress pads (FF-4-72 Amended) and shall (X) have stain resistance protection.

14.9.3 Furnishings shall (X) be placed in the rooms in which they will be used.

14.9.4 Furniture shall be the size as stated on the FEMA drawing package. Larger or longer furniture is not acceptable.

14.9.5 Tables and chairs to have accommodation for 2” casters to be retrofitted into legs.

14.9.6 All furniture construction should adhere to the national standards of the appropriate furniture industry.

Section 15 – Keys and Transponder

15.1 – Unit Keys

15.1.1 The vendor shall (X) furnish three (3) sets of keys (six keys total) for each MHU procured.

15.1.2 Keys shall (X) be secured on a rust-proof ring or wire.

15.1.3 The unit keys shall (X) have an 1-1/2” (one and one half inch) identification tag with the MHU serial/VIN number on one side and space for the bar code on the other side.

15.2 – Water Heater Compartment Key

15.2.1

The vendor shall (X) secure the water heater compartment door, for each unit, utilizing a keyed alike “SCHLAGE” brand, 6-pin Everest cylinders with a C123 keyway (dead bolt lock), that will be keyed to a 6 pin combination.

15.2.2 The key combination shall (X) be “746105” for all MHUs.

15.2.3 This key combination shall (X) not be used anywhere else in the unit or in the master key set, except the TPS closet door.

15.3 – TPS Compartment Key – 14 Wide

15.3.1 The door to the TPS compartment shall not be keyed the same as the entry doors to the MHU.

15.3.2

The vendor shall (X) secure the TPS closet door, for each unit, utilizing a keyed alike “SCHLAGE” brand, 6-pin Everest cylinders with a C123 keyway (dead bolt lock), that will be keyed to a 6-pin combination.

15.3.3 The key combination shall (X) be “746105” for all MHUs.

15.3.4 except the water heater compartment door.

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15.4 – Sprinkler Riser Access Wall Key – 8 Wide Express

15.4.1 The door to the Sprinkler Riser Access Wall shall not be keyed the same as the entry doors to the

MHU.

15.4.2

The vendor shall (X) secure the Sprinkler Riser Access door, for each unit, utilizing a keyed alike

“SCHLAGE” brand, 6-pin Everest cylinders with a C123 keyway (dead bolt lock), that will be keyed to a 6-pin combination.

15.4.3 The key combination shall (X) be “746105” for all MHUs.

15.4.4 except the water heater compartment door.

15.5 – Transponder

15.5.1

The vendor shall (X) provide a transponder sled to mount the transponder. The transponder’s dimensions are, L: 7.25in x W: 3.25in x H: 1in (184mm x 83mm x 25 mm). The transponder sled shall be made from sheet metal and painted with powder coat to match the exterior color of the

MHU or white. See FEMA drawing package for transponder picture and location.

15.5.2 See FEMA drawing package for transponder sled detail.

Section 23 – Sprinkler System General Requirements

23.0.1 Section 23 requirements apply to Section 24 – 8 Wide Express MHU Sprinkler System and

Section 25 – 14 Wide MHU Sprinkler System.

23.0.2

A wet-pipe automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall (X) be installed for each

Manufactured Housing Unit (MHU) provided. Sprinkler system shall comply NFPA 13D, and any additional requirements set forth in this document. The water supply for the sprinkler shall be provided by a Tank and Pump System (TPS), described herein, provided by FEMA.

23.0.3

Where conflict exists between applicable laws or regulations and the national standards cited in this contract, FEMA’s COR is to be notified of the details. In general, the more stringent requirement will be followed.

23.0.4 The sprinkler system shall be installed so that it can withstand the rigors of multiple transportation trips without affecting its functionality.

23.0.5

All sprinkler system materials and installation shall comply with NFPA 13D (2019 edition) and the specifications. Note that some aspects of the FEMA specifications and drawings exceed the minimum requirements of NFPA 13D.

23.0.6

Installation shall not begin unless the complete design package including drawings, calculations, and component cut sheets have been stamped either “Approved as

Submitted” or “Approved with Comments” by FEMA’s fire protection engineer. Any comments noted on a submission stamped Approved with Comments must be incorporated into the installation.

23.0.7 All sprinkler pipe shall be Uponor Aquasafe Pex with Uponor fittings or equivalent.

Pipe and fittings shall be installed per manufacturer's installation instructions.

23.0.8 Sprinkler pipe hangers shall be UL Listed for use on non-metallic pipe (as noted on cut sheets) and shall be attached to each wall stud that the pipe crosses over with a

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23.0.9

When Uponor Pex-a Pipe Support is used, distance between pipe hangers shall not exceed 4 ft. Pipe must be secured to the pipe support using 50 lb. rated cable ties per Uponor installation instructions.

23.0.10

All sprinkler system pipe not installed inside the 14 Wide TPS closet or the 8 Wide

Express sprinkler wall shall be concealed with a soffit system by Deco Shield, SoffiSteel or equivalent. Soffit system shall be attached to each wall stud and/or ceiling joist that the soffit crosses over/under.

23.0.11

Sprinkler heads shall have a glass bulb filled with a yellow liquid (which signifies a temperature rating of 175°F) and shall be installed horizontally with the deflector on the top, parallel to the ceiling.

23.0.12

After installation, the sprinkler system shall be pressure tested to 110 psi for not less than 2 hours at the plant. Hydrostatic testing is typical, but pneumatic testing of

Uponor Aquasafe Pex pipe is acceptable if approved by the MHU manufacturing plant safety representative. The maximum acceptable pressure drop during this 2-hour test is 4 psi.

23.0.13

The sprinkler, support cup and opening in the wall or soffit system shall be positioned so the cover plates can be easily installed at setup. Acceptance testing will include a test fit of the cover plate onto each sprinkler.

23.0.14 All sprinkler pipe to be installed at 4.25" down from the ceiling line to the centerline of the sprinkler pipe.

23.0.15

The circuit breaker(s) providing power for the TPS unit shall be equipped with a UL

Listed locking device, Siemens Padlocking Device, ECPDL 2 or equivalent, that can secure the breaker(s) in the ON position. Device shall be installed set to lock the breaker in the ON position.

23.0.16 Sprinkler riser pipe and sprinkler drain pipe shall be located and configured as shown in the FEMA Drawing Package.

23.0.17

The following accessories and spare parts shall be neatly packed and stored in a cardboard box placed inside the refrigerator.

1. One (1) sprinkler cover plate for each sprinkler installed in the home.

2. One (1) spare sprinkler of each type of sprinkler installed in the home.

3. One (1) manufacturer’s approved sprinkler wrench for each type of sprinkler installed in the home.

4. One (1) soffit system removal tool.

23.0.18 All sprinkler system valves shall be labeled to note their function and normal position.

Example: “Sprinkler Drain Valve – Normally Closed.”

23.0.19 The circuit breaker(s) providing electrical power to the TPS shall be labeled “Fire

Sprinkler System.”

23.0.20

A Fire Sprinkler Data Label shall be installed on the wall inside the water heater closet or TPS closet near the sprinkler riser. The following information shall be included:

• Hydraulic design criteria.

• The manufacturer, model number and K Factor of sprinklers installed.

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• Water supply design criteria – water flow in gallons per minute (gpm) and pressure in pounds per square inch (psi) required at the sprinkler system connection to the water supply.

23.0.21 A two-inch (2”) diameter label shall be located on the soffit adjacent to each sprinkler indicating that no items are to be attached or hung on the sprinkler.

23.0.22

Provide and install a 8.5” X 11” decommissioning label on the inside wall of the TPS closet. Decommissioning label shall be red with white letters and shall read:

This Manufactured Home was originally equipped with automatic fire sprinklers to provide the highest level of occupant safety. The installed sprinkler system is NOT connected to the domestic water supply and must be connected to a separate water supply. The sprinkler system has been disabled; major components have been removed and must be serviced by a qualified fire sprinkler technician to ensure continued occupant safety.

23.2 – Applicable Standards for Sprinkler System

23.2.1

The most current edition of the following National Standards are adopted by incorporation into this contract.

1. NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family

Dwellings and Manufactured Homes.

2. NFPA 70, National Electric Code (NEC) for electrical supply to TPS

3. Commercial Item Description A-A-59326D, General Specification for Coupling Halves, Quick Disconnect, Cam-Locking Type.

Section 24 – 8 Wide Express MHU Sprinkler System

24.0.1

The external tank and pump system (TPS) will be delivered and installed at the MHU site by

FEMA’s sprinkler vendor. Each vendor building the NextGeneration MHU (Rugged Based) shall (X) provide and install all electrical and plumbing for the sprinkler riser system as shown in the FEMA

Drawing Package. Final connections and testing shall be done at the MHU site by FEMA’s sprinkler vendor.

24.0.2

An IEC 60 309-2 International Pin and Sleeve compliant mechanical interlock shall be wired to the circuit breaker supplying the TPS. The interlock device shall be installed at the location shown on the FEMA Drawing Package. Wiring to the interlock shall be concealed inside the walls.

24.0.3 The interlock shall be locked in the OFF position with a padlock. The diameter of the shackle of the padlock shall not exceed 5/16”.

24.0.4

Provide all parts, materials, and labor to install the residential sprinkler system at the factory. Provide all installation, maintenance and deactivation instructions, and specialty tools (e.g., sprinkler head or soffit installation/removal tool) for each MHU required to

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24.0.5

For additional information concerning the 8 Wide Express MHU external TPS system and the sprinkler system see FEMA document in Appendix C entitled, Design and Installation of

Residential Sprinkler Systems for Disaster Housing, Revision B-E, dated May 29, 2018.

24.4 Water Supply to the MHU

24.4.1

The sprinkler system shall be installed to draw water from a prepackaged external tank and pump system (TPS) installed outside the MHU. This system will provide 30 gpm at 50 psig to the water point of connection. Sprinkler system design and calculations shall be based on this water supply.

24.4.2

For additional information concerning the external TPS system see FEMA document in Appendix C entitled, Design and Installation of Residential Sprinkler Systems for Disaster Housing, Revision B-

E, dated May 29, 2018. with the following modifications:

1. Diagrams 1 and 2 do not apply.

2. Diagram 7 has been replaced by Appendix A, page A-60.

3. CPVC is not acceptable. Any reference to CPVC does not apply. Only Uponor

AquaSAFE® PEX pipe with Uponor fittings or equivalent is acceptable.

24.14 – Documentation, Labels and Signs

24.14.1

Provide a red durable document storage case securely mounted on the inside of the water heater door. Document storage case shall be a Justrite No. 23304, or equivalent.

One copy of all the sprinkler system and TPS documentation required by 24.4.2 shall be provided inside this case.

24.14.2

A red metal cabinet, Reliable model A4 or equivalent, shall be securely mounted to studs on the wall between the lavatory and the water heater compartment. The cabinet shall be mounted 6 inches above the water heater. Cabinet door shall close fully when the required spare parts are installed inside the cabinet at the final home site. Cabinet shall be large enough to provide secure storage for the spare parts as listed in FEMA document in

Appendix C entitled, Design and Installation of Residential Sprinkler Systems for Disaster Housing, Revision B-E, dated May 29, 2018.

Section 25 – 14 Wide MHU Sprinkler System

25.0.1

FEMA will procure and deliver the tank and pump system (TPS) to each vendor building the

NextGeneration MHU (Rugged Based). The vendor shall place the TPS in the TPS Compartment and secure for shipping. The sprinkler system and connections shall be completed by the sprinkler vendor; however, final connections and testing shall be completed by FEMA’s sprinkler vendor.

25.1 General Requirements for Sprinkler System

25.1.1 The sprinkler system shall be installed and hydrostatically tested at the MHU factory.

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25.2 Applicable Standards

25.2.1 The most current edition of the following National Standards are adopted by incorporation into this contract.

1. NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and

Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes.

2. NFPA 70, National Electric Code (NEC) for electrical supply to external

TPS.

3. Commercial Item Description A-A-59326D, General Specification for

Coupling Halves, Quick Disconnect, Cam-Locking Type.

25.3 Qualifications & Design Review

25.3.1 All sprinkler system design work shall be reviewed by an individual possessing a current NICET Level IV certification in Water Based (formerly Automatic Sprinkler)

Systems Layout or a licensed Fire Protection Engineer. Submit qualifications of sprinkler system designer(s) to FEMA.

Testing is to be performed with the sprinklers installed. After testing, the system shall be prepared for long-term storage by being drained of water by use of a Gecco Dropmaster®

DM12 or similar vacuum device and the plug or cap at the end of each branch line.

Ensure that the plug or cap is properly installed and sealed after system is drained.

25.1.2 All components of the sprinkler…