Specifications Combined_04232025.pdf

Electrical Testing & Calibration Fort Mead and Hot Springs, SD

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 00 – SPECIAL SECTIONS PAGES

00 01 10 Table of Contents 1 00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 2

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 3-7 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 8-21

DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL TESTING & MAINTENANCE

16001 Qualifications for Electrical Switchgear and

Distribution Maintenance Testing Service 22-23

16052 Electrical System Testing and Calibration 24-39

Electrical Testing & Calibration Fort Meade and Hot Springs, SD

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SECTION 00 01 15

LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

The drawings listed below accompanying this specification form a part of the contract.

Drawing No. Title

G-1 TITLE AND DRAWING INDEX

E-1 FORT MEADE (FM) SITE PLAN

E-2 FM PRIMARY FEEDERS 1 & 2

E-3 FM PRIMARY FEEDER 3

E-4 FM BUILDING 113 SURGERY

E-5 FM BUILDING 113 SPS/ENDO

E-6 FM BUILDING 113 MAIN DISTRIBUTION

E-7 FM BUILDING 113 ONE-LINE

E-8 FM BUILDING 145

E-9 FM BUILDING 146

E-10 FM BUILDING 148

E-11 FM BUILDING 165

E-12 FM BUILDINGS 137 & 147

E-13 Hot Springs (HS) SITE PLAN

E-14 HS PRIMARY & HOSPITAL SWITCHGEAR

E-15 HS 15KV SWITCHGEAR

E-16 HS PRIMARY POWER

E-17 HS DOM COMPLEX

E-18 HS DOM BUS DUCT

E-19 HS BUILDING 12 NORMAL POWER

E-20 HS BUILDING 12 EMERGENCY POWER

E-21 HS BUILDINGS 18 & 53

E-22 HS BUILDINGS 65, 66, & 68

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SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

A. Refer to section 01 35 26, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS for safety and infection control requirements.

1.2 GENERAL INTENTION

A. Contractor shall completely furnish labor and materials and perform work for Project 568-25-108 Electrical Testing and

Calibration as required by drawings and specifications.

B. Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the Contracting officer and the COR.

C. All employees of general contractor and subcontractors shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and restricted from unauthorized access.

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

A. ITEM I, Electrical Testing and Calibration: Work includes general electrical testing of campus wide equipment.

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. Drawings and contract documents may be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted. Additional copies will be at

Contractor's expense.

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

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B. Security Procedures:

1. General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge. They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

2. Before starting work the General Contractor shall give 3 week’s notice to the Contracting Officer so that security escort arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

3. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting Officer. Patients and staff are not to be photographed at any time.

4. VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order General Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The General Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the

Contracting Officer.

C. 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. Certain documents, sketches, videos or photographs and drawings may be marked “Law Enforcement Sensitive” or

“Sensitive Unclassified”. Secure such information in separate containers and limit the access to only those who will need it for the project. Return the information to the Contracting

Officer upon request.

3. These security documents shall not be removed or transmitted from the project site without the written approval of

Contracting Officer.

4. Notify Contracting Officer and Site Security Officer immediately when there is a loss or compromise of “sensitive information”.

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5. All electronic information shall be stored in specified location following VA standards and procedures using an

Engineering Document Management Software (EDMS).

Security, access and maintenance of all project drawings, both scanned and electronic shall be performed and tracked through the EDMS system.

“Sensitive information” including drawings and other documents may be attached to e-mail provided all VA encryption procedures are followed.

D. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. A limited number of (2 to 5) permits shall be issued for

General Contractor and its employees for parking in designated areas only. Contractor to coordinate with VA Medical Center

Facility Manager.

1.6 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS (FAR 52.236-10)

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

Contractor's performance.

B. Temporary buildings (e.g., storage sheds, shops, offices) and utilities may be erected by the Contractor only with the approval of the COR and shall be built with labor and materials furnished by the Contractor without expense to the Government. The temporary buildings and utilities shall remain the property of the Contractor and shall be removed by the Contractor at its expense upon completion of the work. With the written consent of the Contracting Officer, the buildings and utilities may be abandoned and need not be removed.

C. The Contractor shall, under regulations prescribed by the

Contracting Officer, use only established roadways, or use temporary roadways constructed by the Contractor when and as authorized by the Contracting Officer representative. When

01 00 00 -4 materials are transported in prosecuting the work, vehicles shall not be loaded beyond the loading capacity recommended by the manufacturer of the vehicle or prescribed by any Federal, State, or local law or regulation. When it is necessary to cross curbs or sidewalks, the Contractor shall protect them from damage. The

Contractor shall repair or pay for the repair of any damaged curbs, sidewalks, or roads.

D. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be as determined by the COR.

E. Workers are subject to rules of Medical Center applicable to their conduct.

F. Execute work in such a manner as to interfere as little as possible with work being done by others.

G. Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others.

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

H. Phasing:

1. The Medical Center must maintain its operation 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Therefore, any interruption in service must be scheduled and coordinated with the COR to ensure that no lapses in operation occur. It is the CONTRACTOR'S responsibility to develop a work plan and schedule detailing, at a minimum, the procedures to be employed, the equipment and materials to be used, the interim life safety measure to be used during the work, and a schedule defining the duration of the work with milestone subtasks.

2. To ensure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site, building or portion thereof. In addition, Contractor shall notify the COR three weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of site, building or

01 00 00 -5 portion thereof. Arrange such dates to ensure accomplishment of this work in successive phases mutually agreeable to

Medical Center Director, COR, and Contractor.

3. Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in affected areas of construction against dust and debris, so that equipment and affected areas to be used in the Medical

Centers operations will not be hindered. Contractor shall permit access to Department of Veterans Affairs personnel and patients through other construction areas which serve as routes of access to such affected areas and equipment.

Coordinate alteration work in areas occupied by Department of

Veterans Affairs so that Medical Center operations will continue during the construction period.

4. Contractor shall maintain in operating condition existing fire protection and alarm equipment. In connection with fire alarm equipment, Contractor shall make arrangements for pre-inspection of site with Fire Department or Company

(Department of Veterans Affairs or municipal) whichever will be required to respond to an alarm from Contractor's employee or watchman.

I. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for

Medical Center at all times.

1. In case of a contract construction emergency, service will be interrupted on approval of COR. Such approval will be confirmed in writing as soon as practical.

J. To minimize interference of construction activities with flow of

Medical Center traffic, comply with the following:

1. Keep roads, walks and entrances to grounds, to parking and to occupied areas of buildings clear of construction materials, debris and standing construction equipment and vehicles.

K. Coordinate the work for this contract with other construction operations as directed by COR. This includes the scheduling of traffic and the use of roadways, as specified in Article, USE OF

ROADWAYS.

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1.7 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT,

UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS (FAR 52.236-9)

A. The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass) on or adjacent to the work site, which are not to be removed and which do not unreasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so, and shall avoid damaging vegetation that will remain in place. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, or by the careless operation of equipment, or by workers, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the Contracting Officer.

B. The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements and utilities at or near the work site and on adjacent property of a third party, the locations of which are made known to or should be known by the Contractor. The

Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, including those that are the property of a third party, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor.

1.8 USE OF ROADWAYS

A. For hauling, use only established public roads and roads on

Medical Center property and, when authorized by the COR, such temporary roads which are necessary in the performance of contract work. Temporary roads shall be constructed and restoration performed by the Contractor at Contractor's expense.

When necessary to cross curbing, sidewalks, or similar construction, they must be protected by well-constructed bridges.

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1.9 TEMPORARY USE OF EXISTING ELEVATORS

A. Use of existing elevator for Contractor's personnel will be permitted subject to following provisions:

1. Contractor makes all arrangements with the COR for use of elevators. The COR will ascertain that elevators are in proper condition. Contractor may use elevators for daily use and for special nonrecurring time intervals when permission is granted. Personnel for operating elevators will not be provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

1.10 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, as specified in the contract. The amount to be paid by the Contractor for chargeable electrical services shall be the prevailing rates charged to the Government. The Contractor shall carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge.

1. Electricity for all other uses is available at no cost to the

Contractor.

1.11 SAFETY SIGN

A. Provide a Safety Sign where directed by COR. Face of sign shall be 19 mm (3/4 inch) thick exterior grade plywood. Provide two 100 mm by 100 mm (four by four inch) posts extending full height of sign and 900 mm (three feet) into ground. Set bottom of sign level at 1200 mm (four feet) above ground.

B. Paint all surfaces of Safety Sign and posts with one prime coat and two coats of white gloss paint. Letters and design shall be painted with gloss paint of colors noted.

C. Maintain sign and remove it when directed by COR.

D. Drawing details in VA Signage Design Manual, Section 11 Specialty

Signs (found on VA TIL) show required legend and other characteristics of sign and are part of this specification.

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SECTION 01 35 26

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: 3

1.2 DEFINITIONS: 4

1.3 SUBMITTAL REQUIRMENTS: 7

1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: 8

1.5 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSES (AHAs): 8

1.6 PRECONSTRUCTION SAFETY CONFERENCE: 9

1.7 SAFETY MEETINGS: 9

1.8 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): 10

1.9 FIRE SAFETY 11

1.10 FALL PROTECTION 11

1.11 CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT) 11

1.12 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY 12

1.13 LADDERS 12

1.14 FLOOR & WALL OPENINGS 12

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SECTION 01 35 26

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS:

A. Latest publications listed below form part of this Article to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designations only.

B. American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP):

A10.1-2011...........Pre-Project & Pre-Task Safety and Health

Planning

A10.34-2012..........Protection of the Public on or Adjacent to

Construction Sites

A10.38-2013..........Basic Elements of an Employer’s Program to

Provide a Safe and Healthful Work Environment

American National Standard Construction and

Demolition Operations

Z359.0-2012..........Definitions and Nomenclature Used for Fall

Protection and Fall Arrest

Z359.1-2016..........The Fall Protection Code

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

E84-2013.............Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

D. The Facilities Guidelines Institute (FGI):

FGI Guidelines-2010Guidelines for Design and Construction of

Healthcare Facilities

E. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

10-2018..............Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

30-2018..............Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

51B-2019.............Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work

70-2020..............National Electrical Code

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70B-2019.............Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment

Maintenance

70E-2018 ............Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

241-2019.............Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations

703-2024.............Standard for Fire Retardant–Treated Wood and

Fire-Retardant Coatings for Building Materials

F. The Joint Commission (TJC)

TJC Manual ..........Comprehensive Accreditation and Certification

Manual

G. U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

10 CFR 20 ...........Standards for Protection Against Radiation

H. U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

29 CFR 1904 .........Reporting and Recording Injuries & Illnesses

29 CFR 1910 .........Safety and Health Regulations for General

Industry

29 CFR 1926 .........Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

Industry

CPL 2-0.124..........Multi-Employer Citation Policy

I. US Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Requirements Publication No. EM 385-1-1, 2024 edition

1.2 DEFINITIONS:

A. OSHA “Competent Person” (CP). One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings and working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees, and who has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them (see 29 CFR 1926.32(f)).

B. High Risk Activities High Risk Activities are activities that involve work at heights, crane and rigging, excavations and trenching, scaffolding, electrical work, and confined space entry.

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C. "Qualified Person" means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.

D. USACE Property and Equipment Interpret "USACE" property and equipment specified in USACE EM 385-

1-1 as Government property and equipment.

E. High Visibility Accident. Any mishap which may generate publicity or high visibility.

F. Mishap: Mishap in this specification is defined according to the EM 385-1-1. A mishap is any unplanned, undesired event that occurs during the course of work being performed. This includes accidents, incidents, and near misses.

G. Mishap Criticality Categories

1. No impact/Near-Miss – near miss incidents that shall be investigated and reported to the VA within 24 hours.

2. Minor incident/impact – incidents that require first aid or result in minor equipment damage (less than $5000). These incidents must be investigated and reported to the VA within 24 hours.

3. Moderate incident/impact – Any work-related injury or illness that results in any of the following. These incidents must be investigated and are required to be reported to the VA within 2 hours.

a. Days away from work (any time lost after day of injury/illness onset);

b. Restricted work;

c. Transfer to another job;

d. Medical treatment beyond first aid;

e. Loss of consciousness;

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f. A significant injury or illness diagnosed by a physician or other licensed health care professional, even if it did not result in (1) through (5) above or,

g. any incident that leads to major equipment damage

(greater than $5000).

4. Major incident/impact – Any mishap that leads to fatalities, hospitalizations, amputations, and losses of an eye as a result of contractors’ activities. Or any incident which leads to major property damage (greater than $20,000) and/or may generate publicity or high visibility. These incidents must be investigated and are required to be reported to the VA as soon as practical, but not later than

2 hours after the incident.

H. Medical Treatment. Treatment administered by a physician or by registered professional personnel under the standing orders of a physician. Medical treatment does not include first aid treatment even through provided by physician or registered personnel.

1.3 SUBMITTAL REQUIRMENTS:

A. Government approval or concurrence is required for submittals with a

"G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are submitted for information only.

B. Reports

1. Notifications and Reports;

2. Mishap Reports;

3. Near-Miss Reports;

4. LHE Inspection Reports

5. Monthly Exposure Hour Reports;

D. Work Plans

1. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA); G

2. Confined Space Entry Permit

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3. Hot Work Permit

E. Certificates

1. Contractor Safety Self-Evaluation Checklist

2. Certificate of Compliance

3. License Certificates

1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

A. In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with the most recent edition of USACE EM 385-1-1, comply with 29 CFR 1926, comply with 29 CFR 1910 as incorporated by reference within 29 CFR 1926, comply with ASSP A10.34, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards for resolution before starting work. Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern except with specific approval and acceptance by the Contracting Officer

Representative.

1.5 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSES (AHAS):

A. AHAs are also known as Job Hazard Analyses, Job Safety Analyses, and Activity Safety Analyses. Before beginning each work activity involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations or where a new work crew or sub-contractor is to perform the work, the Contractor(s) performing that work activity shall prepare an AHA (Example electronic AHA forms can be found on the US

Army Corps of Engineers web site)

B. AHAs shall define the activities being performed and identify the work sequences, the specific anticipated hazards, site conditions, equipment, materials, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level of risk.

C. Work shall not begin until the AHA for the work activity has been accepted by the Contracting Officer Representative or Government

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1. The names of the Competent/Qualified Person(s) required for a particular activity (for example, excavations, scaffolding, fall protection, other activities as specified by OSHA, EM 385-1-1, or other State and Local agencies) shall be identified and included in the AHA. Certification of their competency/qualification shall be submitted to the Government Designated Authority (GDA) for acceptance prior to the start of that work activity.

2. The AHA shall be reviewed and modified as necessary to address changing site conditions, operations, or change of competent/qualified person(s).

a. If more than one Competent/Qualified Person is used on the AHA activity, a list of names shall be submitted as an attachment to the AHA. Those listed must be Competent/Qualified for the type of work involved in the AHA and familiar with current site safety issues.

b. If a new Competent/Qualified Person (not on the original list) is added, the list shall be updated (an administrative action not requiring an updated AHA). The new person shall acknowledge in writing that he or she has reviewed the AHA and is familiar with current site safety issues.

3. Submit AHAs to the Contracting Officer Representative for review for compliance with contract requirements. Subsequent AHAs as shall be formatted as amendments to the APP. The analysis should be used during daily inspections to ensure the implementation and effectiveness of the activity's safety and health controls.

4. Develop the activity hazard analyses using the project schedule as the basis for the activities performed. All activities listed on the project schedule will require an AHA. The AHAs will be developed by the contractor, supplier, or subcontractor and provided to the prime contractor for review and approval and then submitted to the

Contracting Officer Representative or Government Designated

Authority for review for compliance.

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1.6 PRECONSTRUCTION SAFETY CONFERENCE:

A. Contractor representatives who have a responsibility or significant role in implementation of the accident prevention program, as required by 29 CFR 1926.20(b)(1), on the project shall attend the pre-construction safety conference to gain a mutual understanding of its implementation. This includes the project superintendent, subcontractor superintendents, and any other assigned safety and health professionals.

B. Discuss the details of the submitted APP to include incorporated plans, programs, procedures and a listing of anticipated AHAs that will be developed and implemented during the performance of the contract. This list of proposed AHAs will be reviewed at the conference and an agreement will be reached between the Contractor and the Contracting

Officer's representative as to which phases will require an analysis.

In addition, establish a schedule for the preparation, submittal, review, and acceptance of AHAs to preclude project delays.

1.7 SAFETY MEETINGS:

Conduct safety meetings to review past activities, plan for new or changed operations, review pertinent aspects of appropriate AHA (by trade), establish safe working procedures for anticipated hazards, and provide pertinent Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) training and motivation. Conduct meetings at least once a month for all supervisors on the project location. The SSHO, supervisors, foremen, or CDSOs must conduct meetings at least once a week for the trade workers. Document meeting minutes to include the date, persons in attendance, subjects discussed, and names of individual(s) who conducted the meeting.

Maintain documentation on-site and furnish copies to the Contracting

Officer on request. Notify the Contracting Officer of all scheduled meetings 7 calendar days in advance.

1.8 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):

A. PPE is governed in all areas by the nature of the work the employee is performing. For example, specific PPE required for performing work on electrical equipment is identified in NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical

Safety in the Workplace.

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B. Any PPE above and beyond the Mandatory PPE identified below and determined by the Contracting Officer or their Representative to be necessary in the performance of the Governments duties relative to this contract, shall be provided to the Government upon written notification by the Contracting Officer and at no additional expense to the

Government. All PPE provided to the Government shall also be accompanied by any relevant or required training necessary to ensure its proper use.

C. Mandatory Minimum PPE includes:

1. Hard Hats – unless written authorization is given by the Contracting

Officer Representative in circumstances of work operations that have limited potential for falling object hazards such as during finishing work or minor remodeling. With authorization to relax the requirement of hard hats, if a worker becomes exposed to an overhead falling object hazard, then hard hats would be required in accordance with the OSHA and/or EM 385-1-1 regulations.

2. Safety glasses - unless written authorization is given by the

Contracting Officer Representative in circumstances of no eye hazards, appropriate safety glasses meeting the ANSI Z.87.1 standard must be worn by each person on site.

3. Appropriate Safety Shoes – based on the hazards present, safety shoes meeting the requirements of ASTM F2413-11 shall be worn by each person on site unless written authorization is given by

Contracting Officer Representative in circumstances of no foot hazards.

4. Hearing protection - Use personal hearing protection at all times in designated noise hazardous areas or when performing noise hazardous tasks.

5. High-visibility Safety Apparel – appropriate brightly colored clothing that feature some type of reflective material on them, such as safety vests, shall be worn by personnel or visitors on construction sites.

1.9 FIRE SAFETY

A. Fire Safety Plan: Establish and maintain a site-specific fire protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1926. Prior to start of

01 35 26 - 10 work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific fire safety measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to Contracting Officer

Representative for review for compliance with contract requirements.

1.10 FALL PROTECTION

A. The fall protection (FP) threshold height requirement is 4ft for ALL

WORK in government occupied sites, unless the OSHA 29 CFR 1926 or EM

385-1-1 requirements are more stringent, to include steel erection activities, systems-engineered activities (prefabricated) metal buildings, residential (wood) construction and scaffolding work. For work occurring at new “greenfield” sites or sites with 24/7 Contractor controlled 100% restricted access, the fall protection (FP) threshold height may be increased to 6ft unless the OSHA 29 CFR 1926 or EM 385-1-

1.11 CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT)

A. All installation, maintenance, and servicing of equipment or machinery shall comply with 29 CFR 1910.147 except for specifically referenced operations in 29 CFR 1926 such as concrete & masonry equipment

[1926.702(j)], heavy machinery & equipment [1926.600(a)(3)(i)], and process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals (1926.64).

Control of hazardous electrical energy during the installation, maintenance, or servicing of electrical equipment shall comply with

Section 1.15 to include NFPA 70E and other VA specific requirements discussed in the section.

1.12 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

A. All confined space entry shall comply with 29 CFR 1926, Subpart AA except for specifically referenced operations in 29 CFR 1926 such as excavations/trenches [1926.651(g)].

B. A site-specific Confined Space Entry Plan (including permitting process) shall be developed and submitted to the COR.

1.13 LADDERS

A. All Ladder use shall comply with 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X and EM 385-1-1.

B. All portable ladders shall be of sufficient length and shall be placed so that workers will not stretch or assume a hazardous position.

C. Manufacturer safety labels shall be in place on ladders

D. Step Ladders shall not be used in the closed position

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E. Top steps or cap of step ladders shall not be used as a step

F. Portable ladders, used as temporary access, shall extend at least 3 ft

(0.9 m) above the upper landing surface.

1. When a 3 ft (0.9-m) extension is not possible, a grasping device

(such as a grab rail) shall be provided to assist workers in mounting and dismounting the ladder.

2. In no case shall the length of the ladder be such that ladder deflection under a load would, by itself, cause the ladder to slip from its support.

G. Ladders shall be inspected for visible defects on a daily basis and after any occurrence that could affect their safe use. Broken or damaged ladders shall be immediately tagged "DO NOT USE," or with similar wording, and withdrawn from service until restored to a condition meeting their original design.

1.14 FLOOR & WALL OPENINGS

A. All floor and wall openings shall comply with 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M and

EM 385-1-1.

B. Floor and roof holes/openings are any that measure over 2 in (51 mm) in any direction of a walking/working surface which persons may trip or fall into or where objects may fall to the level below. Skylights located in floors or roofs are considered floor or roof hole/openings.

C. All floor, roof openings or hole into which a person can accidentally walk or fall through shall be guarded either by a railing system with toe boards along all exposed sides or a load-bearing cover. When the cover is not in place, the opening or hole shall be protected by a removable guardrail system or shall be attended when the guarding system has been removed, or other fall protection system.

1. Covers shall be capable of supporting, without failure, at least twice the weight of the worker, equipment and material combined.

2. Covers shall be secured when installed, clearly marked with the word

“HOLE”, “COVER” or “Danger, Roof Opening-Do Not Remove” or color-coded or equivalent methods (e.g., red or orange “X”). Workers must be made aware of the meaning for color coding and equivalent methods.

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3. Roofing material, such as roofing membrane, insulation or felts, covering or partly covering openings or holes, shall be immediately cut out. No hole or opening shall be left unattended unless covered.

4. Non-load-bearing skylights shall be guarded by a load-bearing skylight screen, cover, or railing system along all exposed sides.

5. Workers are prohibited from standing/walking on skylights.

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BHHCS Electrical Testing and Calibration

SECTION 16001

QUALIFICATIONS

FOR

ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR AND DISTRIBUTION

MAINTENANCE TESTING SERVICE

1.1 GENERAL

A. The contractor shall be a corporately independent testing organization which can function as an unbiased testing authority, professionally independent of the manufacturers, suppliers and installers of equipment or systems evaluated by the testing firm.

B. The contractor shall be regularly engaged in the testing of electrical equipment devices, installations and systems.

C. The contractor shall meet OSHA criteria for accreditation of testing laboratories, Title 29, Part a907.

1.2 FIELD SERVICE REQUIREMENTS

A. The work under this contract shall be performed under the supervision of a Registered professional Engineer. The Registered Professional Engineer shall be on site initially to discuss with the COR the procedures used to test, survey, report and service the equipment required to be serviced under this contract. The Registered Professional Engineer shall supervise the services and personally review the final report and discuss with the COR the results of the services, any recommendations, future actions and professional opinions which are contained in the report.

B. Field service work shall be performed directly by field service engineers who have successfully demonstrated their knowledge and experience in the field of Electrical Power Distribution Systems Testing. The field service engineer shall be capable of 1.) testing assessing, evaluation, servicing, and reconditioning components; 2.) assuring that the equipment on which work has been performed is safe, reliable and acceptable for its intended purpose;

and 3.) identifying defective equipment, and potential safety problems, environmental hazards, or code violations.

C. The lead Field Service Engineer/Technician must have minimum qualifications as follows:

1. At least five (5) years’ experience in electrical switchgear and power distribution systems testing; or

2. Persons who, by their education, training, and specialized experience can qualify for certification buy who have not yet applied or taken the certification exams. These people must submit three (3) references on projects of similar size and complexity and demonstrate that they have the required specialized knowledge and five (5) years experienced in electrical switchgear and power distribution systems testing; or

3. Persons with higher qualifications, such as a BS degree in

Engineering, provided that they submit three (3) references on projects of similar size and complexity and demonstrate that they have the acquired specialized knowledge and five (5) years’ experience in electrical switchgear and power distribution systems testing.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

The contractor shall submit proof of the above qualifications for lead Field Service Engineer/Technician prior to award. Failure to do so shall constitute grounds for rejecting the bid. After contract award, similar data for all certified technicians who will be assigned to work on the project must also be submitted and approved before starting work on the contract.

End of Section

SECTION 16052

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TESTING AND CALIBRATION

1.1 GENERAL

A. The Contractor shall provide all material, equipment, labor, and technical supervision to perform such tests and inspections required by this section.

B. It is the intent of these tests to assure that all electrical equipment is operational within industry and manufacturer’s tolerance.

C. Upon completion of the tests and inspections noted in these specifications, a label shall be attached to all serviced devices. These labels shall indicate date serviced and the name of the testing contractor responsible for the service performed.

D. The tests and inspections shall determine suitability for continued reliable operation.

E. Any system, material, or workmanship that is found defective on the basis of maintenance tests shall be reported in writing to the COR.

F. The Testing Contractor shall have available sufficient protective barriers and warning signs to conduct specified tests safely.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Test Report:

1. The test report shall include the following:

a. Summary project

b. Description of equipment tested

c. Description of test

d. Test results

e. Conclusions and recommendations

f. Appendix, including appropriate test forms

g. List of test equipment used

h. Recommendation on lightning protection assessment

2. Furnish three (3) copies of the completed bound report to the VA COR no later than 30 days after testing of the devices is completed. The Contractor shall also provide a copy in digital form in PDF format. Final acceptance will be withheld until the reports are submitted and explained to the VA

COR.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS

See Section 16001.

BHHCS Electrical Testing & Calibration

1.4 REQUIREMENTS

A. The equipment to be serviced includes:

HOT SPRINGS SITE

1. The 12.5 KV metal-clad switchgear in Building 64 consisting of five (5) Westinghouse

DHP air circuit breakers, lightning arrestors, three-phase capacitor bank, sixteen (16) overcurrent relays, and miscellaneous accessories.

2. Two primary system underground feeders are included.

3. The 12.5 KV distribution system consisting of sixteen (16) pad-mounted transformers to be included: Note all transformers are dual source.

4. The secondary service switchboards in the following buildings:

Buildings Voltage

12 120/208

12 480 (Radiology)

53 120/208

18 120/208

Name Serves

TF-10A Dom Complex

TF-10B Dom Complex

TF-12XR Hospital Radiology, CT

TF-12A Hospital

TF-12B Hospital

TF-17 Building 17

TF-18 Boiler Plant

TF-20 Apartments

TF-23 Museum

TF-24 Quarters

TF-27 Quarters

TF-28 Quarters

TF-43 Laundry

TF-53 Dietetics

TF-65 Computer Building

TF-66 Fire Station

10 120/208

65 120/208

5. All distribution panelboards, and motor control centers. Panelboards rated 225 amp or smaller are excluded.

6. The emergency power system consisting of:

Location Device

Building 12 (Hospital) Engine – Generator

Building 12 Transfer Switch – Life Safety

Building 12 Transfer Switch – Critical

Building 12 Transfer Switch – Equipment

Building 10 (Dom) Transfer Switch

Building 10 (Dom) Engine - Generator

Building 18 (Boiler Plant) Transfer Switch

Building 18 Engine - Generator

Building 66 Engine – Generator

FORT MEADE SITE:

1. The 12KV metal-clad switchgear in Bldg. 154 consisting of seven (7) Cutler Hammer medium voltage circuit breakers controlled by type SEL 751A (x5) and SEL 351A (x2).

2. The power capacitor bank is an Eaton MV-AutoVAR with 750 KVAR at 12KV capacity within an enclosed pad-mounted structure.

3. The 12KV distribution system consisting of thirty-eight (38) liquid-filled pad-mounted transformers to be included. Not all transformers are dual source.

TRANSFORMER LOCATION

TR-40 NE CORNER BLDG 40

TR-53 N BLDG 53

TR-55 N BLDG 55

TR-58 E BLDG 58

TR-60 N BLDG 60

TR-88 SE CORNER BLDG 88

TR-89 N BLDG 89

TR-113 ADJ TO BLDG 113 N SIDE

TR-113CLIN IN COURT YD NEAR BLDG

TR-113GEN NEAR GEN FOR A-4 STOR

TR-137 SW CORNER BLDG 137

TR-145 Near Bldg 145 SwitchGear

TR-146 N OF BLDG 146

TR-148 E OF BLDG 148 S END

TR-155 N OF BLDG 155

TR-156 SE BLDG 359

TR-157 SW BLDG 37

TR-158 S BLDGS 31-34

TR-159-A E OF BLDG 159A

TR-159 SW BLDG 24

TR-159A-23 S OF BLDG 23

TR-160 E BLDG 20

TR-161 SE BLDG 13

TR-162 NE BLDG 350

TR-163 E BLDG 11

TR-164 SE BLDGS 2-3

TR-164A S BLDGS 4&5

TR-165 E BLDG 65

TR-165MRI N BLDG 165 (MRI)

TR-166 N BLDG 69

TR-168 SE BLDG 68

TR-170 SE OF HAZ

TR-171A E BLDG 58

TR-176 NE BLDG 50

TR-177 N BLDG 48

TR-103 N of Bldg 103

28584 SE OF WTP (BHE Owned)

41783 NE OF BLDG 155 (BHE

Owned)

4. The secondary service switchboards in the following buildings:

a. All distribution panelboards and motor control centers. Panelboards rated 225 amp or smaller are excluded.

b. All dry transformers:

Location Voltage

Building 113 120/208

Building 113 (Clinic) 277/480

Building 145 120/208

Building 146 120/208

Building 148 277/480

Building 147 120/208

Building 137 120/208

Building 165 277/480

3. The emergency power system consisting of:

Location Device

Building 113 (Hospital) Engine - Generator

Building 113 Transfer Switch-Life Safety

Building 113 Transfer Switch-Critical

Building 113 Transfer Switch-Equipment

Building 113 Transfer Switch-EQ2 Chiller

Building 113 Transfer Switch-DC Biomed

Building 145 Engine - Generator

Building 145 Transfer Switch - Emergency

Building 145 Transfer Switch - MCC

Building 145 Transfer Switch - ELEV

Building 145 Transfer Switch – Panel M

Building 148 (NHCU) Engine - Generator

Building 148 Transfer Switch

Building 137 (Boiler Plant) Engine – Generator

Building 137 Transfer Switch

Note: The 12KV station generator at Building 155 is excluded.

1.5 APPLICABLE CODES, STANDARDS AND REFERENCES

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. Except where a specific data is given the issue in effect (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) on the date of Invitation for Bids shall be applicable. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

1. National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association – NEMA.

2. American Society for Testing and Materials – ASTM.

D877……….

D923……….

D971……….

D974……….

D1500……….

D1524……….

D1816……….

D2285……….

D3612……….

3. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers – IEEE

4. International Electrical Testing Association - NETA Maintenance Testing Specifications.

5. American National Standards Institute – ANSI.

6. State and local codes and ordinances.

7. Insulated Cable Engineers Association – ICEA

8. Association of Edison Illuminating companies – AEIC.

9. Occupational Safety and Health Administration – OSHA.

10. National Fire Protection Association – NFPA 70…..National Electrical Code

1.6 TEST EQUIPMENT

A. All test equipment shall be in good mechanical and electrical conditions.

B. Split-core current transformers and clamp-on tong type ammeters require careful consideration in regard to position of the conductor within the core, and clear, tight fit of the core pole faces.

C. Selection of metering equipment should be based on a knowledge of the waveform of the variable being measured. Modern digital Multi-Mate’s may be average or root mean squared (rms.) sensing and may include or exclude the dc component.

When the variable contains harmonics or dc offset and, in general, any deviation from a pure sine wave, average sensing, rms scaled meters may be misleading.

D. Field test metering used to check power system meter calibration must have an accuracy higher than that of the instrument being checked.

E. Accuracy of metering in test equipment shall be appropriate for the test being performed but no in excess of 2% of the scale being used.

F. Waveshape and frequency of test equipment output waveforms should be appropriate for the test and tested equipment.

G. The testing firm shall have a calibration program which assures that all applicable test instruments are maintained within rated accuracy.

1.7 POWER OUTAGES

A. It is the contractor’s responsibility to make all tests at shutdown periods previously requested and granted by the COR. Any interruption of the normal or emergency power to any building or section thereof at the Medical Center shall not be allowed unless prior approval has been obtained from the COR. Contractor must submit a schedule (days, dates and hours) of when shutdowns in each building will be required. The schedule may be revised by COR before approval is granted.

B. Special consideration shall be exercised in assuring power outages occur at a time when the power demand is at its lowest level. Contractor shall submit request for power outages in writing ten (10) workdays before desired shutdown to allow for adequate engineering coordination and scheduling. All scheduling shall be done at the convenience of the Medical Center.

C. The 12KV feeder breakers at Fort Meade may be removed from service only during this non-cooling season (September through May).

D. All costs for overtime work performed by the Contractor due to power outage schedule constraints imposed by the VA shall be included in the Contractor’s original bid.

1.8 SWITCHGEAR AND SWITCHBOARD ASSEMBLIES’ PROCEDURES

A. Visual and Mechanical Inspection.

1. Inspect for physical, electrical, and mechanical condition.

2. Compare equipment nameplate information with latest one line diagram when available and report discrepancies.

3. Check for proper anchorage, required area clearances, physical damage, and proper alignment.

4. Inspect all bus connections for high resistance. Use low resistance ohmmeter, or check tightness of bolted bus joints by calibrated/torque wrench method. In lieu of above torquing, perform infrared survey.

5. Test all electrical and mechanical interlock systems for proper operation and sequencing.

a. Closure attempt shall be made on locked open devices. Opening attempt shall be made on locked closed devices.

b. Key exchange shall be made with devices operated in off-normal positions.

6. Clean switchgear.

7. Inspect accessible insulators for evidence of physical damage or contaminated surfaces.

8. Verify proper barrier and shutter installation and operation.

9. Lubrications.

10. Exercise all active components.

11. Inspect all mechanical indicating devices for proper operation.

B. Electrical Tests

1. Perform ground resistance tests in accordance with applicable codes.

2. Perform insulation resistance tests on each bus section, phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground for one (1) minute. Test voltages shall be in accordance with applicable codes.

3. Perform control wiring performance test. Use the elementary diagrams of the switchgear to identify each remote control and protective device.

Conduct tests to verify satisfactory performance of each control feature.

4. Control Power Transformer – Dry Type.

a. Inspect for physical damage, cracked insulation, broken leads, tightness of connections, defective wiring, and overall general conditions.

b. Verify that primary and secondary fuse ratings or circuit breakers match drawings.

c. Perform insulation resistance test. Measurements shall be made from winding-to-winding and windings-to-ground. Test voltages and minimum resistances shall be in accordance with applicable codes. Results to be temperature corrected in accordance with applicable codes.

C. Test Values

1. Bolt torque levels shall be in accordance with applicable codes, unless otherwise specified by manufacturer.

2. Insulation resistance test shall be performed in accordance with applicable codes. Values of insulation resistance less than this table or manufacturer’s minimum should be investigated.

Test results are evaluated on a go, no-go basis by slowly raising the test voltage to the required value. The final test voltage shall be applied for one (1) minute.

1.9 TRANSFORMERS: DRY-TYPE, AIR COOLED, 600 VOLT AND BELOW

A. Visual and Mechanical Inspection

1. Inspect for physical damage, cracked insulators, tightness of connections, defective wiring, and general mechanical and electrical conditions.

2. Check tightness of accessible bolted electrical joints in accordance with applicable codes.

3. Make a close examination for shipping brackets or fixtures that may not have been removed during original installation. Ensure resilient mounts are free.

4. Verify proper core grounding.

5. Verify roper equipment grounding.

6. Thoroughly clean unit.

1.10 TRANSFORMERS-LIQUID FILLED PADMOUNT 15KV CLASS

A. Visual and mechanical inspection

1. Inspect for physical damage, cracked insulators, tightness of connections, defective wiring, and general mechanical and electrical conditions.

2. Verify proper auxiliary device operation.

3. Check tightness of accessible bolted electrical joints in accordance with applicable codes.

4. Verify proper liquid level in all tanks and bushings.

5. Verify proper equipment grounding.

B. Electrical Tests

1. Sample insulating liquid in accordance with ASTM D923. Sample shall be laboratory tested for:

a. Dielectric breakdown voltage: ASTM D877 or ASTM D1816.

b. Acid neutralization number: ASTM D974.

c. Interfacial tension: ASTM D971 or ASTM D2285.

d. Color: ASTM D1500.

e. Visual Condition: ASTM D1524.

f. Perform dissolved gas analysis (DGA) in accordance with ANSI/IEEE C57.104 or ASTM D3612.

C. Load Tap Changer Inspection

Transformers of 500 kilovolt amps (KVA) or larger shall have the load tap changer inspected for tight connections, proper contact pressures and signs of burning and pitting.

1.11 CABLES – MEDIUM VOLTAGE – 15KV CLASS

1. Inspect exposed sections for physical damage.

2. Inspect for shield grounding, cable support, and termination.

3. Inspect fireproofing in common cable areas.

1.12 CIRCUIT BREAKERS – LOW VOLTAGE – INSULATED CASE

1. Check circuit breaker for proper mounting.

2. Operate circuit breaker to ensure smooth operation.

3. Inspect case for cracks or other defects.

4. Check tightness of connections with calibrated torque wrench. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions or applicable codes for proper torque levels. In lieu of this test, perform infrared survey in accordance with Section 9.

5. Check internals on unsealed units.

B. Electrical Tests

1. Perform a contact resistance test.

2. Perform an insulation resistance test at 1000 volts dc from pole-to-pole and from each pole-to-ground with breaker closed and across open contacts of each phase.

1.13 CIRCUIT BREAKERS – LOW VOLTAGE – POWER

A. Visual and Mechanical Inspection

1. Inspect for physical damage.

2. Perform mechanical operation test.

3. Check cell fit and element alignment.

4. Check tightness of connections with calibrated torque wrench. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions or applicable codes for proper torque levels.

5. Check arc chutes for damage.

6. Clean entire circuit breaker using approved methods and materials.

7. Lubricate as required.

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