Specification_Package_-_Alaska_Fire_Service_Dispatch_Center_Consolidation.pdf

Alaska Fire Service Yukon Fire Dispatch Center Remodel

Project Specifications

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

Section 01 00 00 General Requirements Pg 2

Section 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, And Samples Pg 5

Section 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management Pg 8

Section 06 10 00 Rough Carpentry Pg 10

Section 07 21 13 Thermal Insulation Pg 13

Section 07 84 00 Firestopping Pg 16

Section 07 92 00 Joint Sealants Pg 20

Section 08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors Pg 30

Section 08 71 00 Door Hardware Pg 33

Section 13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural Components Pg 47

Section 09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing Pg 36

Section 09 29 00 Drywall Pg 38

Section 09 65 13 Resilient Base And Accessories Pg 44

Section 26 05 11 Requirements For Electrical Installations Pg 48

Section 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables Pg 54

Section 26 05 26 Grounding And Bonding For Electrical Systems Pg 58

Section 26 09 23 Lighting Controls Pg 60

Section 26 51 00 Interior Lighting Pg 68

Section 27 05 33 Raceways And Boxes For Communications Systems Pg 73

Section 27 10 00 Control, Communication And Signal Wiring Pg 83

Section 01 00 00

General Requirements

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 Construction Security Requirements

A. Security Plan:

1. The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.

2. The Contractor is responsible for assuring that all sub-contractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.

B. Security Procedures:

1. Contractor’s employees may be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving Fort Wainwright.

2. The Contractor shall not enter the project site without receiving the Notice to Proceed from the Contracting Officer

3. Before starting work the Contractor shall give one week’s notice to the Contracting

Officer so that security and access arrangements can be provided.

4. No photography of Fort Wainwright premises is allowed without written permission of the Dept. of Army Security Office.

5. BLM reserves the right to close down the project site and order Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The Contractor may return to the site only with Contracting Officer written approval.

C. Key Control:

The Contractor shall install all permanent cores at completion of the work and turn over spare cores and keys to the COR or BLM locksmith

D. Document Control:

1. The General Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.

2. All paper waste or electronic media shall be shredded and destroyed

E. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. An approved "base access request" (BAR) shall be required for any personnel and/or vehicles entering Fort Wainwright.

a. such request shall be submitted 24 hours before the date and time of access.

b. access shall be restricted to reporting to and from the work site, delivering materials, and travel for meals.

2. The Contractors shall park in space designated by the project CO or COR.

1.3 Operations And Storage Areas (Far 52.236-10)

A. The Contractor shall confine operations (including storage of materials) to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers and agents, free and harmless from liability occasioned by Contractor performance.

B. The Contractor shall use only established roadways.

C. Working and storage space for materials shall be determined by the COR.

D. Contractors are subject to rules of the Department of Defense and Bureau of Land

Management applicable to their conduct.

E. Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of the Alaska

Fire Service as a whole, including operations of utility services, existing equipment, and with work being done by others.

F. Do not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.

G. The Yukon Fire Dispatch Center must maintain 24 hr operational ability 7 days a week.

Therefore, any interruption in service must be scheduled and coordinated with the COR to ensure that no lapses in fire operations occur. It is the CONTRACTOR'S responsibility to develop a work plan and schedule detailing procedures and a schedule of the work.

H. Building No. _1541_ will be occupied during performance of work but immediate areas of alteration will be coordinated with the Disaptch Center to limit impact.

I. Contractor shall take appropriate action and provide all material needed to protect existing equipment and property against dust and debris to avoid hindering Dispatch Center perations.

J. Utilities Services: If necessary to cut existing conduits, wires, cables, etc. of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places or where directed by COR.

1. Contractor shall request to interrupt any such services to COR, in writing, 7 days in advance of proposed interruption, but no less than 48 hours.

2. Request shall state reason, date, exact time, and approx. interruption duration.

K. Abandoned Service: All wires, cables, conduits, ducts, pipes, etc., hangers or supports, shall be removed back to the source.

1. The service shall not be capped in finished areas but will be completely hide behind the finished surfaces.

2. The service shall be removed and sealed, capped or plugged in ceilings, within furred spaces, unfinished areas, or in walls or partitions

L. Minimize interference of construction activities with the work flow of BLM's Alaska Fire

Service Dispatch for Fire Operations

M. Keep isles and entrances clear of obstruction.

1.4 Alterations

A. Survey: Before any work is started, the Contractor shall make a thorough survey with the

COR and a representative of the Alaska Fire Service for the areas in which alterations shall occur and areas which are anticipated routes of access and emergency egress.

B. Protection: Protect Dispatch interior walls at all times from damage, dust and weather.

1.5 As-Built Drawings

A. The contractor shall maintain two full size sets of as-built drawings which will be kept current during construction of the project, to include all contract changes, modifications and clarifications.

B. Contractor shall deliver two approved completed sets of as-built drawings in the electronic version (scanned PDF) to the COR within 15 calendar days after project completion and after acceptance of the project by the COR.

1.6 Temporary Toilets

Contractor may have for use of Contractor's workers, such toilet accommodations as may be assigned to Contractor by the COR. Contractor shall be responsible for any damage done thereto by Contractor. Failure to maintain satisfactory condition in toilets will deprive Contractor of the privilege to use such toilets.

1.7 Availability And Use Of Utility Services

A. The Government shall make all reasonably required amounts of utilities available to the

Contractor from existing outlets and supplies.

B. Before final acceptance of the work by the Government, the Contractor shall remove all the temporary connections, distribution lines, and associated paraphernalia and repair restore the infrastructure as required.

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Section 01 33 23

Shop Drawings, Product Data, And Samples

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 Description

A. This specification defines submittal requirements and procedures. The contractor submittal is information submitted for review to establish Vendor compliance with the contract documents.

B. The Contracting Officer may request submittals when deemed necessary for the work covered in the respective technical specifications at no additional cost to the government.

C. AFS approval of a submittal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist.

1. The Contractor is responsible for fully complying with all contract requirements and the satisfactory construction of all work, including the need to check, confirm, and coordinate the work of all subcontractors.

2. Non-compliant material will be removed and replaced at the Contractor’s expense.

1.2 Definitions

A. Preconstruction Submittals: Required prior to issuing "notice to proceed". For example, certificates of insurance, surety bonds; site-specific safety plan; construction schedule and the list of proposed subcontractors.

B. Shop Drawings: Drawings, diagrams, and schedules that illustrate a portion of the work.

Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how interdisciplinary work will be integrated and coordinated.

C. Product Data: Describe and illustrate size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of material, systems, or equipment. Catalogs, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions, brochures, or extended product warranty data.

D. Samples: Physical examples of materials, equipment, or workmanship of a material.

E. Design Data: Calculations, mix designs, analyses, or other data pertaining to a part of work.

F. Test Reports: Report which includes findings of a test required to be performed by the

Contractor on an actual portion of the work.

G. Manufacturer's Instructions: Pre-printed material describing installation of a product, system, or material, including MSDS concerning safety precautions.

H. Manufacturer's Field Reports: Documentation of the test and verification actions taken by manufacturer's representative at the job site on a portion of the work, to confirm compliance with manufacturer's standards or instructions.

I. Operation and Maintenance Data: data that is required to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and incorporated in an operations and maintenance manual.

J. Closeout Submittals: Documentation necessary to properly close out a contract. For example, Record Drawings and as-built drawings.

1.3 Submittal Scheduling

A. Submittals are to be scheduled, submitted, reviewed, and approved prior to the acquisition of the material or equipment.

B. No delay costs/time extensions are allowed for time lost in late submittals/resubmittals

C. All submittals are required to be approved prior to the start of the specified work activity.

1.4 Submittal Preparation

A. Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

B. All irrelevant or unnecessary data shall be removed from the submittal to facilitate understanding; excessive, irrelevant or unnecessary data will be returned without review.

C. Provide the following information with each transmittal:

1. Project title, location and number.

2. Construction contract number.

3. Date material developed or obtained.

4. Name, address, and telephone number of subcontractor, supplier, or manufacturer associated with the submittal.

5. Product identification and location in project.

D. The Contractor is responsible for reviewing and certifying that all submittals comply with contract requirements before submitting for AFS review.

E. Deviations: Proposed deviations from the contract requirements are to be clearly identified.

Failure to point out deviations will result in the AFS requiring removal and replacement of such work at the Contractor's expense.

F. When indicating action taken, the contractor shall stamp, sign, and date each submittal indicating the action taken.

1.5 Submittal Format And Transmission

A. Provide submittals in electronic format, with the exception of material samples. Use PDF as the electronic format, unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer.

B. Electronic files must be of sufficient quality that all information is legible. Generate files from original documents so that the PDF file is both searchable and can be copied.

C. E-mail electronic submittal documents smaller than 5MB in size to e-mail addresses as directed by the Contracting Officer.

D. Provide hard copies of submittals when requested by the Contracting Officer.

1.6 Samples

A. Submit two sets of physical samples for each required item.

B. Where samples are specified for selection of color, finish, pattern, or texture, submit the full set of available choices for the material or product specified.

C. When color, texture, or pattern is specified by naming a particular manufacturer and style, include one sample of that manufacturer and style, for comparison.

D. Before submitting samples, the Contractor shall ensure materials or equipment will be available in quantities required in the project.

E. The AFS reserves the right to disapprove any material or equipment previously found to be unsatisfactory from past experience.

1.7 AFS Review Of Submittals And Rfis

A. The AFS will review all submittals for compliance with the technical requirements of the contract documents.

1. The COR for this project will assist AFS personnel when reviewing submittals and determining contractual compliance.

2. Review for conformance with applicable codes, standards and contract requirements.

B. Review period for submittals begins when the COR receives submittal from the Contractor

C. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial submittal.

D. AFS will review contractor submittals within 15 business days of receipt.

E. AFS will review contractor RFI's within 10 business days of receipt.

1.8 Approved Submittals

A. The AFS approval of submittals is not to be construed as a complete check, and indicates only that the general methods, materials, and other information are satisfactory.

B. AFS submittla does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for error's which may exist.

C. The Contractor is responsible for fully complying with all contract requirements and the satisfactory completion of all work, including the need to check, confirm, and coordinate the work of all subcontractors for the project. Non-compliant material incorporated in the work will be removed and replaced at the Contractor’s expense.

D. Retain a copy of all approved submittals at project site, including approved samples.

1.9 Withholding Of Payment

Payment for materials will not be made if required approvals have not been obtained.

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Construction Waste Management

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 Description

A. This section specifies the requirements for the management of non-hazardous building construction and demolition waste.

B. Waste disposal in landfills shall be minimized to the greatest extent possible. Of the inevitable waste that is generated, as much of the waste material as economically feasible shall be salvaged, recycled or reused.

C. Contractor shall use all reasonable means to divert construction and demolition waste from landfills and incinerators, and facilitate their salvage and recycle not limited to:

1. Waste Management Plan development and implementation.

2. Techniques to minimize waste generation.

3. Sorting and separating of waste materials.

4. Salvage of existing materials and items for reuse or resale.

5. Recycling of materials that cannot be reused or sold.

D. At a minimum the following waste categories shall be diverted from landfills:

1. Soil and Inerts (eg, concrete, masonry and asphalt).

2. Clean dimensional wood and palette wood.

3. Green waste (biodegradable landscaping materials).

4. Engineered wood products (Cardboard, plywood, particle board and I-joists, etc).

5. Metal products (eg, steel, wire, beverage containers, copper, etc).

6. Bitumen roofing materials.

7. Plastics (eg, ABS, PVC).

8. Carpet and/or pad.

9. Gypsum board.

10. Insulation.

11. Paint.

12. Fluorescent lamps.

1.2 Related Work

A. Section 02 41 00, Demolition.

B. Section 01 00 00, General Requirements.

1.3 Quality Assurance

A. Contractor shall practice efficient waste management when sizing, cutting and installing building products. Processes shall be employed to ensure the generation of as little waste as possible. Construction /Demolition waste includes products of the following:

1. Excess or unusable construction materials.

2. Packaging used for construction products.

3. Poor planning and/or layout.

4. Construction error.

5. Weather damage.

6. Contamination.

7. Mishandling.

8. Breakage.

B. Establish and maintain the management of project-related waste set.

C. Contractor shall removal and legally disposal of materials.

D. List noncompliance with laws, regulations & ordinances and corrective action taken.

1.4 Terminology

A. Clean: Untreated; uncontaminated with adhesives, oils, solvents, mastics etc.

B. Construction and Demolition Waste: All non-hazardous waste resulting from construction, remodeling, alterations, repair and demolition operations.

C. Disposal: Acceptance of solid wastes at a legally operating waste handling facility

D. Permitted Waste Hauler holds a permit to collect, transport and dispose of solid wastes

E. Recycling: Sorting, cleansing, treating, and reconstituting materials for the manufacture of a new product; burning, incinerating or thermally destroying waste isn't recycling

F. Reuse: Materials that are recovered for use in the same form, on-site or off-site.

G. Salvage: To remove waste materials from the site for resale or re-use by a third party.

H. Solid Waste: Non-recyclable materials that are discarded for the purposes of disposal.

1.5 Submittals

In accordance with Section 01 33 23, Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples, furnish:

A. Documentation that the facilities or sites are approved to receive the materials.

B. Designated Manager responsible for instructing personnel, supervising, documenting and administer over meetings relevant to the Waste Management Plan.

C. Final report documenting preconstruction waste management plan implementation

PART 2 – EXECUTION

3.1 Collection

A. Provide all necessary containers, bins and storage areas to facilitate waste management

B. Clearly identify containers, bins and storage areas so that recyclable materials are separated from trash and can be transported to respective recycling facility for processing

C. Hazardous wastes; separate, store, dispose of according to local, state, federal regulations

3.2 Disposal: Contractor shall be responsible for transporting and disposing of materials in accordance with state and federal regulations.

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SECTION 06 10 00

ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 Description:

A. This section specifies wood blocking, framing, sheathing, furring, nailers, sub-flooring, rough hardware, and light wood construction.

1.2 Related Work:

Gypsum sheathing: Section 09 29 00, Gypsum Board.

1.3 Submittals:

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples.

B. Shop Drawings showing framing connection details, fasteners, connections & dimensions.

C. Manufacturer’s Literature and Data:

Submit data for lumber, panels, hardware and adhesives.

1.4 Product Delivery, Storage And Handling:

A. Protect products from dampness both during and after delivery at site.

B. Stack products so as to prevent warping.

1.5 Quality Assurance:

Installer: Requires a minimum three (3) years’ experience in the work of this section.

1.7 Applicable Publications:

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced.

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

1) C954-11 Steel Drill Screws for Gypsum Board or Metal Plaster Bases to Steel Studs from 0.033 inch (2.24 mm) to 0.112-inch (2.84 mm) in thickness

2) C1002-14 Steel Self-Piercing Tapping Screws for Gypsum Panel

Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Wood Studs or Metal Studs

3) F844-07a(R2013) Washers, Steel, Plan (Flat) Unhardened

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 ROUGH HARDWARE AND ADHESIVES:

A. Anchor Bolts:

1. ASME B18.2.1 and ASME B18.2.2 galvanized, 13 mm (1/2 inch) unless shown otherwise.

2. Extend at least 8" (203 mm) into masonry or concrete with ends bent 2" (50 mm).

B. Miscellaneous Bolts: Expansion Bolts:

1. C1D A-A-55615; lag bolt, long enough to extend 2-1/2" (65 mm) into masonry/concrete.

2. Provide 1/2" (13 mm) bolt unless shown otherwise.

C. Washers

1. ASTM F844.

2. Provide zinc or cadmium coated steel or cast iron for washers exposed to weather.

D. Screws:

1. Joist Hangers:

a. Fabricate 0.063" (1.6 mm) minimum thick sheet, U design unless shown otherwise.

b. Heavy duty hangers fabricated minimum 0.108" (2.7 mm) thick sheet, U design with bent top flange to lap over beam.

2. Joist Ties: Mild steel flats, 3/16" by 1 1/4" (5 mm by 32 mm) size w/ ends bent 300 from horizontal, extending 16" (406 mm) onto framing.

-- Punch each end for three (3) spikes.

3. Wall Anchors for Joists and Rafters:

a. Mild steel strap, 3/16" by 1-1/4" (5 mm by 32 mm) with wall ends bent 2" (50 mm), or provide 3/8" by 5" (9 mm by 130 mm) pin through strap end built into masonry.

b. Strap long enough to extend onto three joists or rafters, and punched for spiking at each bearing.

c. Strap not less than 4" (101 mm) embedded end.

4. Joint Plates:

a. Steel plate punched for nails.

b. Steel plates formed with teeth or prongs for mechanically clamping plates to wood.

c. Size for axial eccentricity, and fastener loads.

E. Adhesives: Adhesives to have a VOC content of 50 g/L or less calculated according to

40 CFR 59, (EPA Method 24).

PART 3 – EXECUTION

A. Cut notch, or bore in accordance with AFPA WCD1 passage of ducts wires, bolts, pipes, conduits and to accommodate other work. Repair or replace miscut, misfit or damaged work.

1. Drill Screws to steel less than 0.112" (2.84 mm) thick.

a. ASTM C1002 for steel less than 0.033" (0.84 mm) thick.

b. ASTM C954 for steel over 0.84 mm (0.033 inch) thick.

2. Space anchor bolts 1219 mm (4 ") on center between ends & within 6" (152 mm) of end.

-- Stagger bolts from side to side on plates over 178 mm (7 inches) in width.

3. Provide shims of slate, tile or similar material to level wood resting on Concrete or masonry; do not use wood shims or wedges.

B. Partition and Wall Framing:

1. Provide 2" by 4" (50 mm by 101 mm) studs spaced 16" (406 mm) on center; unless otherwise indicated on contract documents.

2. Install double studs at openings and triple studs at corners.

3. Installation of sole plate:

a. Anchor wall plates or partitions resting on concrete floors in place w/ expansion bolts, one (1) bolt near ends of the piece and at intermediate intervals of not more than

4" (1219 mm) or with power actuated drive pins with threaded ends of suitable type and size, spaced 610 mm (2 feet) on center unless shown otherwise.

4. Provide double top plates, with members lapped at least 2' (610 mm) spiked together.

5. Install intermediate cut studs over headers and under sills to maintain uniformity of stud spacing.

6. Provide single sill plates at bottom of opening unless otherwise indicated in contract documents; toe nail to end stud, face nail to intermediate studs.

7. Install 2" (50 mm) blocking for firestopping so maximum dimension of any concealed space is not over 8' (2438 mm) in accordance with AFPA WCD1.

8. Install corner bracing when plywood or structured use panel sheathing is not used.

a. Let corner bracing into exterior surfaces of studs at an 450 angle degrees, extended completely over walls plates, and secured at bearing with two (2) nails.

b. Provide 1" by 4" (25 mm by 101 mm) corner bracing.

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Section 07 21 13

Thermal Insulation

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. Section Includes:

1. Thermal insulation. Batt or blanket insulation at framed walls.

2. Acoustical insulation. Rockwool Soundproofing Board at interior framed partitions.

1.2 Related Work

Section 01 81 13, Sustainable Construction Requirements: VOC Limits.

1.3 Applicable Publications

Comply with references to extent specified in ASTM International (ASTM):

1.4 Submittals

A. Submittal Procedures: Section 01 33 23, Shop Drawings, Product Data, And Samples.

B. Submittal Drawings:

Show insulation type, thickness, and R value for each location.

C. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Description of each product.

2. Adhesive indicating manufacturer recommendation for each application.

D. Sustainable Construction Submittals:

1. Recycled Content: Identify post consumer and pre consumer recycled content

2. Low Pollutant Emitting Materials: Show volatile organic compound types & quantities.

1.5 Delivery

A. Deliver products in manufacturer's original sealed packaging.

B. Mark packaging with manufacturer date, name/brand, type, production run, and date.

C. Return or dispose of, and replace products received in damaged, or opened packaging.

1.6 Storage And Handling

A. Store products indoors in dry, weathertight facility.

B. Protect products from damage during handling and construction operations.

C. Protect insulation from UV exposure.

1.7 Warranty: Construction Warranty: FAR clause 52.246-21, "Warranty of Construction."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 Insulation - General

A. Insulation Thickness: Provide thickness required by R 19 minimum value.

B. Sustainable Construction Requirements: Comply with Section 01 81 13, Sustainable

Construction Requirements for Non Flooring Adhesives and Sealants for VOC limits

2.2 Acoustical Insulation

Semi Rigid, Batts and Blankets: Widths and lengths to fit tight against framing.

2.3 Accessories

A. Fasteners: Screws: ASTM C954 or ASTM C1002, size and length to suit application with washer minimum 50 mm (2 inches) diameter.

B. Insulation Adhesive: Nonflammable & recommended by manufacturer to suit application

C. Tape: Pressure sensitive adhesive on one face.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 Preparation

A. Examine and verify substrate suitability for product installation.

B. Protect existing construction and completed work from damage.

C. Clean substrates. Remove contaminants capable of affecting product performance.

3.2 Insulation Installation - General

A. Install products according to manufacturer's instructions and approved submittal drawings.

B. Install insulation with joints close and flush, in regular courses, with staggered end joints.

C. Install batt and Soundproofing Board with joints tight.

D. Fill framing voids completely.

E. Seal penetrations, terminations, facing joints, tears, and unlapped joints with tape.

F. Fit insulation tight against adjoining construction and penetrations

G. Metal Studs: Fasten insulation between metal studs, framing, and furring with pressure sensitive tape continuous along flanged edges.

1. Fasten insulation between framing with pressure sensitive tape along flanged edges.

2. Tape insulation tightly together without gaps.

3. Cover metal framing members with insulation.

3.3 Acoustical Insulation

A. General:

1. Install insulation without voids.

2. Pack insulation around door frames, windows, expansion joints, soffits, and other voids behind outlets, around pipes, and wall-incased services. Don't compress insulation below required thickness except where embedded items prevent required thickness.

3. Hold insulation in place with pressure sensitive tape.

4. Lap facer flanges together over framing for continuous surface.

5. Seal all penetrations through the insulation and facers.

B. Sound Deadening Board:

1. Secure with screws to metal and wood framing.

2. Secure sufficiently in place until subsequent cover is installed.

3. Seal all cracks with caulking.

3.4 Cleaning: Remove excess adhesive before adhesive sets.

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Section 07 84 00

Firestopping

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 Description

A. Provide UL or equivalent approved firestopping system for openings in walls, floors, and roof decks against penetration of flame, heat, and smoke or gases in fire resistant rated construction

B. Provide UL or equivalent approved firestopping system for openings in walls against the penetration of gases or smoke in smoke partitions.

1.2 Related Work

A. Section 01 81 13, Sustainable Construction Requirements

B. Section 07 92 00, Joint Sealants

1.3 Submittals

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, Shop Drawings, Product Data, And Samples.

B. Sustainable Design Submittals, as described below:

1. Volatile organic compounds per volume

C. Installer qualifications.

D. Inspector qualifications.

E. Manufacturers literature, data, and installation instructions for types of firestopping and smoke stopping used.

H. Submit certificates from manufacturer attesting that firestopping materials comply with the specified requirements.

1.4 Delivery And Storage

A. Deliver materials in their original unopened containers with manufacturer’s name and product identification.

B. Store in a location providing protection from damage and exposure to the elements.

1.5 Quality Assurance

FM, UL, or WH or other approved laboratory tested products will be acceptable.

1.6 Applicable Publications

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

E84-20 Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

E699-16 Standard Specification for Agencies Involved in Testing, Quality Assurance, and Evaluating of Manufactured Building Components

E814-13a Fire Tests of Penetration Firestop Systems

E2174-20a Standard Practice for On-Site Inspection of Installed Firestop Systems

E2393-20 Standard Practice for On-Site Inspection of Installed Fire Resistive Joint

Systems and Perimeter Fire Barriers

C. FM Global (FM):

Annual Issue Approval Guide Building Materials

4991-13 Approval of Firestop Contractors

D. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL): Annual Issue Building Materials Directory

E. Annual Issue Fire Resistance Directory

723-Edition 11(2018) Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

1479-04(2015) Fire Tests of Penetration Firestops

F. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):

40 CFR 59(2014) National Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for

Consumer and Commercial Products

Part 2 – Products

2.1 firestop systems

A. Through-penetration firestop systems and firestop devices tested in accordance with ASTM

E814 or UL 1479 using the "F" or "T" rating to maintain the same integrity as the fire barrier being sealed. "T" ratings are not required for penetrations smaller than or equal to 4" (101 mm) nominal pipe or 162 inches (0.01 square meter) in overall cross sectional area.

B. Firestop sealants used for firestopping or smoke sealing to have the following properties:

1. Contain no flammable or toxic solvents.

2. Release no dangerous or flammable out gassing during the drying or curing of products.

3. Water-resistant after drying or curing and unaffected by high humidity, condensation or transient water exposure.

4. When installed in exposed areas, capable of being sanded and finished with similar surface treatments as used on the surrounding wall or floor surface.

5. VOC Content: Firestopping sealants and sealant primers to comply with the following limits for VOC content when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, (EPA Method 24):

a. Sealants: 250 g/L.

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

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

D. Firestopping system or devices used for penetrations by glass pipe, plastic pipe or conduits, unenclosed cables, or other non-metallic materials to have following properties:

1. Classified for use with the particular type of penetrating material used.

2. Penetrations containing loose electrical cables, computer data cables, and communications cables protected using firestopping systems that allow unrestricted cable changes without damage to the seal.

E. Maximum flame spread of 25 and smoke development of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 or UL 723. Material to be an approved firestopping material as listed in UL Fire

Resistance Directory or by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.

F. FM, UL, or WH rated or tested by an approved laboratory in accordance with ASTM E814.

G. Materials to be nontoxic and noncarcinogen at all stages of application or during fire conditions and to not contain hazardous chemicals. Provide firestop material that is free from

Ethylene Glycol, PCB, MEK, and asbestos.

H. For firestopping exposed to view, traffic, moisture, and physical damage, provide products that do not deteriorate when exposed to these conditions.

1. For piping penetrations for plumbing and wet-pipe sprinkler systems, provide moisture-resistant through-penetration firestop systems.

2. For floor penetrations with annular spaces exceeding 101 mm (4 inches) or more in width and exposed to possible loading and traffic, provide firestop systems capable of supporting the floor loads involved either by installing floor plates or by other means acceptable to the firestop manufacturer.

2.2 Smoke Stopping In Smoke Partitions

A. Provide silicone sealant in smoke partitions as specified in Section 07 92 00, Joint Sealants

B. Provide mineral fiber filler and bond breaker behind sealant.

C. Sealants to have a maximum flame spread of 25 and smoke developed of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

D. When used in exposed areas capable of being sanded and finished with similar surface treatments as used on the surrounding wall or floor surface.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 Examination

A. Submit product data and installation instructions, as required by article, submittals, after an on-site examination of areas to receive firestopping.

B. Examine substrates and conditions with installer present for compliance with requirements for opening configuration, penetrating items, substrates, and other conditions affecting performance of firestopping. Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 Preparation

A. Remove dirt, grease, oil, laitance and form-release agents from substances that prevent adherence and bonding or application of the firestopping or smoke stopping materials.

B. Remove insulation on insulated pipe for a distance of 150 mm (6 inches) on each side of the fire rated assembly prior to applying the firestopping materials unless the firestopping materials are tested and approved for use on insulated pipes.

C. Prime substrates where required by joint firestopping system manufacturer using that manufacturer’s recommended products and methods. Confine primers to areas of bond; do not allow spillage and migration onto exposed surfaces.

D. Masking Tape: Apply masking tape to prevent firestopping from contacting adjoining surfaces that will remain exposed upon completion of work and that would otherwise be permanently stained or damaged by such contact or by cleaning methods used to remove smears from firestopping materials. Remove tape as soon as it is possible to do so without disturbing seal of firestopping with substrates.

3.3 Installation

A. Do not begin firestopping work until the specified material data and installation instructions of the proposed firestopping systems have been submitted and approved.

B. Install firestopping systems with smoke stopping in accordance with FM, UL, WH, or other approved system details and installation instructions.

C. Install smoke stopping seals in smoke partitions.

3.4 Clean-Up

A. As work on each floor is completed, remove materials, litter, and debris.

B. Clean up spills of liquid type materials.

C. Clean off excess fill materials and sealants adjacent to openings and joints as work progresses by methods and with cleaning materials approved by manufacturers of firestopping products and of products in which opening and joints occur.

D. Protect firestopping during and after curing period from contact with contaminating substances or from damage resulting from construction operations or other causes so that they are without deterioration or damage at time of Substantial Completion. If, despite such protection, damage or deterioration occurs, cut out and remove damaged or deteriorated firestopping immediately and install new materials to provide firestopping complying with specified requirements.

3.5 Inspections And Acceptance Of Work

Do not conceal or enclose firestop assemblies until inspection is complete and approved by the

Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

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SECTION 07 92 00

JOINT SEALANTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

This section covers interior and exterior sealant and their application, wherever required for complete installation of building materials or systems.

1.2 RELATED WORK (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING):

A. Section 01 81 13, Sustainable Construction Requirements

B. Section 07 84 00, Firestopping Penetrations.

C. Section 09 29 00, Sound Rated Gypsum Partitions/Sound Sealants.

D. Section 23 05 11, Mechanical Work: COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Installer Qualifications: An experienced installer with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience and who has specialized in installing joint sealants similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project and whose work has resulted in joint-sealant installations with a record of successful in-service performance. Submit qualification.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain each type of joint sealant via one (1) source from a single manufacturer.

C. Product Testing: Obtain test results from a qualified testing agency based on testing current sealant formulations within a 12-month period.

1. Testing Agency Qualifications: An independent testing agency qualified according to

ASTM C1021.

2. Test elastomeric joint sealants for compliance with requirements specified by reference to ASTM C920, and where applicable, to other standard test methods.

3. Test other joint sealants for compliance with requirements indicated by referencing standard specifications and test methods.

4. Compatibility Testing: Before installing elastomeric sealants, determine compatibility when in contact with other materials.

D. Preconstruction Field-Adhesion Testing:

1. Conduct field tests for each application indicated below:

a. Each type of elastomeric sealant & indicated joint substrate.

b. Each non-elastomeric sealant & joint substrate indicated.

1.4 CERTIFICATION:

A. Contractor is to submit to the COR written certification that joints are of the proper size and design, that the materials supplied are compatible with adjacent materials and backing, that the materials will properly perform to provide permanent watertight, airtight or vapor tight seals (as applicable), and that materials supplied meet specified performance requirements.

1.5 SUBMITTALS:

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, Shop Drawings, Product Data, & Samples.

B. Installer qualifications.

C. Manufacturer's installation instructions for each product used.

D. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Primers

2. Sealing compound, each type, including compatibility when different sealants are in contact with each other.

E. Manufacturer warranty.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS:

A. Environmental Limitations:

1. Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants under following conditions:

a. When ambient and substrate temperature conditions are outside limits permitted by joint sealant manufacturer or are below 4.4 degrees C (40 degrees F).

b. When joint substrates are wet.

B. Joint-Width Conditions:

1. Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants where joint widths are less than those allowed by joint sealant manufacturer for applications indicated.

C. Joint-Substrate Conditions:

1. Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants until contaminants capable of interfering with adhesion are removed from joint substrates.

1.7 DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE:

A. Deliver materials in original unopened containers, with brand names, date of manufacture, shelf life, and material clearly marked thereon.

B. Carefully handle and store to prevent inclusion of foreign materials.

C. Do not subject to sustained temperatures exceeding 32 degrees C (90 degrees F) or less than 5 degrees C (40 degrees F).

1.8 DEFINITIONS:

A. Definitions of terms in accordance with ASTM C717 and as specified.

B. Backing Rod: A type of sealant backing.

C. Bond Breakers: A type of sealant backing.

D. Filler: A sealant backing used behind a back-up rod.

1.9 WARRANTY:

A. Construction Warranty: Comply with FAR clause 52.246-21 "Warranty of Construction".

B. Manufacturer Warranty: Manufacturer shall warranty their sealant for a minimum of five

(5) years from date of installation & final Acceptance by the Government. Submit manufacturer warranty.

1.10 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS:

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced.

Publications are referenced in text by basic designation only.

B. ASTM International (ASTM):

C509-06 ................................ Elastomeric Cellular Preformed Gasket and Sealing Material

C612-14 ................................ Mineral Fiber Block and Board Thermal Insulation

C717-14a .............................. Standard Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants

C734-06(R2012) .................... Test Method for Low-Temperature Flexibility of Latex

Sealants after Artificial Weathering

C794-10 ................................ Test Method for Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint

Sealants

C919-12. ............................... Use of Sealants in Acoustical Applications.

C920-14a .............................. Elastomeric Joint Sealants.

C1021-08(R2014) .................. Laboratories Engaged in Testing of Building Sealants

C1193-13 .............................. Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants.

C1248-08(R2012) .................. Test Method for Staining of Porous Substrate by Joint

Sealants

C1330-02(R2013) .................. Cylindrical Sealant Backing for Use with Cold Liquid Applied

Sealants

C1521-13 .............................. Standard Practice for Evaluating Adhesion of Installed

Weatherproofing Sealant Joints

D217-10 ................................ Test Methods for Cone Penetration of Lubricating Grease

D1056-14 .............................. Specification for Flexible Cellular Materials—Sponge or

Expanded Rubber

E84-09 .................................. Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

C. Sealant, Waterproofing and Restoration Institute (SWRI).

D. The Professionals’ Guide

E. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):

40 CFR 59(2014) .................... National Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for

Consumer and Commercial Products

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SEALANTS:

A. Interior Sealants:

1. 1. VOC Content of Interior Sealants: Sealants and sealant primers used inside the weatherproofing system are to comply with the following limits for VOC content when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, (EPA Method 24):

a. Architectural Sealants: 250 g/L.

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

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

2. 2. Vertical and Horizontal Surfaces: ASTM C920, Type S or M, Grade NS, Class 25, Use

NT.

3. 4. Provide interior sealant at following location(s:

a. Typical narrow joint 6 mm, (1/4 inch) or less at walls and adjacent components.

b. Perimeter of doors, windows, access panels which adjoin concrete or masonry surfaces.

c. Interior surfaces of exterior wall penetrations.

d. Joints at masonry walls and columns, piers, concrete walls or exterior walls.

e. Perimeter of lead faced control windows and plaster or gypsum wallboard walls.

a. f. Exposed isolation joints at top of full height walls.

b. g. Joints between bathtubs and ceramic tile; joints between shower receptors and ceramic tile; joints formed where nonplanar tile surfaces meet.

c. h. Joints formed between tile floors and tile base cove; joints between tile and dissimilar materials; joints occurring where substrates change.

d. i. Behind escutcheon plates at valve pipe penetrations and showerheads in showers.

B. D. Acoustical Sealant:

1. 1. Conforming to ASTM C919; flame spread of 25 or less; and a smoke developed rating of 50 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Acoustical sealant have a consistency of 250 to 310 when tested in accordance with ASTM D217; remain flexible and adhesive after 500 hours of accelerated weathering as specified in ASTM C734; and be non-staining.

2. 2. Provide location(s) of acoustical sealant as follows:

a. a. Exposed acoustical joint at sound rated partitions.

b. b. Concealed acoustic joints at sound rated partitions.

c. c. Joints where item pass-through sound rated partitions.

2.2 COLOR:

A. Sealants used with exposed masonry are to match color of mortar joints.

B. Sealants used with unpainted concrete are to match color of adjacent concrete.

C. Color of sealants for other locations to be light gray or aluminum, unless otherwise indicated in construction documents.

2.3 JOINT SEALANT BACKING:

A. General: Provide sealant backings of material and type that are nonstaining; are compatible with joint substrates, sealants, primers, and other joint fillers; and are approved for applications indicated by sealant manufacturer based on field experience and laboratory testing.

B. Cylindrical Sealant Backings: ASTM C1330, of type indicated below and of size and density to control sealant depth and otherwise contribute to producing optimum sealant performance: Type C: Closed-cell material with a surface skin.

C. Elastomeric Tubing Sealant Backings: Neoprene, butyl, EPDM, or silicone tubing complying with ASTM D1056 or synthetic rubber (ASTM C509), nonabsorbent to water and gas, and capable of remaining resilient at temperatures down to minus 32 degrees C

(minus 26 degrees F). Provide products with low compression set and of size and shape to provide a secondary seal, to control sealant depth, and otherwise contribute to optimum sealant performance.

D. Bond-Breaker Tape: Polyethylene tape or other plastic tape recommended by sealant manufacturer for preventing sealant from adhering to rigid, inflexible joint-filler materials or joint surfaces at back of joint where such adhesion would result in sealant failure. Provide self-adhesive tape where applicable.

2.4 WEEPS:

A. Weep/Vent Products: Provide the following unless otherwise indicated or approved.

2.5 FILLER:

A. Mineral fiberboard: ASTM C612, Class 1.

B. Thickness same as joint width.

C. Depth to fill void completely behind back-up rod.

2.6 PRIMER:

A. As recommended by manufacturer of caulking or sealant material.

B. Stain free type.

2.7 CLEANERS-NON POROUS SURFACES:

A. Chemical cleaners compatible with sealant and acceptable to manufacturer of sealants and sealant backing material. Cleaners to be free of oily residues and other substances capable of staining or harming joint substrates and adjacent non-porous surfaces and formulated to promote adhesion of sealant and substrates.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION:

A. Inspect substrate surface for bond breaker contamination and unsound materials at adherent faces of sealant.

B. Coordinate for repair and resolution of unsound substrate materials.

C. Inspect for uniform joint widths and that dimensions are within tolerance established by sealant manufacturer.

3.2 PREPARATIONS:

A. Prepare joints in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and SWRI (The

Professionals’ Guide).

B. Clean surfaces of joint to receive caulking or sealants leaving joint dry to the touch, free from frost, moisture, grease, oil, wax, lacquer paint, or other foreign matter that would tend to destroy or impair adhesion.

1. Clean porous joint substrate surfaces by brushing, grinding, blast cleaning, mechanical abrading, or a combination of these methods to produce a clean, sound substrate capable of developing optimum bond with joint sealants.

2. Remove loose particles remaining from above cleaning operations by vacuuming or blowing out joints with oil-free compressed air. Porous joint surfaces include but are not limited to the following:

a. Concrete.

b. Masonry.

c. Unglazed surfaces of ceramic tile.

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

4. Clean nonporous surfaces with chemical cleaners or other means that do not stain, harm substrates, or leave residues capable of interfering with adhesion of joint sealants. Nonporous surfaces include but are not limited to the following:

a. Metal.

b. Glass.

c. Porcelain enamel.

d. Glazed surfaces of ceramic tile.

C. Do not cut or damage joint edges.

D. Apply non-staining masking tape to face of surfaces adjacent to joints before applying primers, caulking, or sealing compounds.

1. Do not leave gaps between ends of sealant backings.

2. Do not stretch, twist, puncture, or tear sealant backings.

3. Remove absorbent sealant backings that have become wet before sealant application and replace them with dry materials.

E. Apply primer to sides of joints wherever required by compound manufacturer's printed instructions or as indicated by pre-construction joint sealant substrate test.

1. Apply primer before installing back-up rod or bond breaker tape.

2. Use brush or other approved means that will reach all parts of joints. Avoid application to or spillage onto adjacent substrate surfaces.

3.3 BACKING INSTALLATION:

A. Install backing material, to form joints enclosed on three sides as required for specified depth of sealant.

B. Where deep joints occur, install filler to fill space behind the backing rod and position the rod at proper depth.

C. Cut fillers installed by others to proper depth for installation of backing rod and sealants.

D. Install backing rod, without puncturing the material, to a uniform depth, within plus or minus 3 mm (1/8 inch) for sealant depths specified.

E. Where space for backing rod does not exist, install bond breaker tape strip at bottom (or back) of joint so sealant bonds only to two opposing surfaces.

3.4 SEALANT DEPTHS AND GEOMETRY:

A. At widths up to 6 mm (1/4 inch), sealant depth equal to width.

B. At widths over 6 mm (1/4 inch), sealant depth 1/2 of width up to 13 mm (1/2 inch) maximum depth at center of joint with sealant thickness at center of joint approximately

1/2 of depth at adhesion surface.

3.5 INSTALLATION:

A. General:

1. Apply sealants and caulking only when ambient temperature is between 5 degrees

C and 38 degrees C (40 degrees and 100 degrees F).

2. Do not install polysulfide base sealants where sealant may be exposed to fumes from bituminous materials, or where water vapor in continuous contact with cementitious materials may be present.

3. Do not install sealant type listed by manufacture as not suitable for use in locations specified.

4. Apply caulking and sealing compound in accordance with manufacturer's printed instructions.

5. Avoid dropping or smearing compound on adjacent surfaces.

6. Fill joints solidly with…