SSD22004-NC_NEWIS-specs4.pdf

SMYRNA SCHOOL DISTRICT

BID No SSD22004-NC_NEWIS

SPECIFICATIONS FOR

SUNNYSIDE INTERMEDIATE

SCHOOL

New School

IN

70 GRACEVILLE DRIVE

SMYRNA, DELAWARE 19977

ARCHITECT’S PROJECT No 22019

Volume 4

PREPARED BY:

Fearn-Clendaniel Architects, Inc.

ISSUED FOR BIDDING/CONSTRUCTION

April 2025

12-20-2024

12-20-2024

12-20-2024

12-20-2024

Smyrna School District Sunnyside Intermediate School – New School

Smyrna, Delaware #SSD22004-NC_NEWIS

Fearn-Clendaniel Architects, Inc. COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

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DIVISION 26 SECTION 26 05 00

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1. GENERAL

1.1. RELATED DOCUMENTS

1.2. ALTERNATES

1.3. SUMMARY

1.4. CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATION

1.5. PERMITS, FEES, AND INSPECTIONS

1.6. UTILITY COMPANY COORDINATION

1.7. EXAMINATION OF SITE

1.8. INTERPRETATION OF DOCUMENTS

1.9. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

1.10. ELECTRICAL WORK UNDER OTHER DIVISIONS

1.11. FIRE SAFE MATERIALS

1.12. REFERENCED STANDARDS, CODES AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.13. SUBMITTALS

1.14. SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.15. SHOP DRAWINGS

1.16. DEFINITIONS

1.17. WARRANTY

1.18. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

1.19. RECORD DRAWINGS

1.20. INSTRUCTION

1.21. DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING VIDEO RECORDINGS

1.22. INSTALLATION AND COORDINATION DRAWINGS

PART 2. PRODUCTS

2.1. SLEEVES FOR RACEWAYS AND CABLES

2.2. GROUT

2.3. FOAM DUCT SEALANT

2.4. BACKBOARDS

2.5. PROTECTIVE WIRE GUARDS/SHIELDS

2.6. SPARE KEY CABINET

PART 3. EXECUTION

3.1. TEMPORARY FACILITIES

3.2. OUTAGES

3.3. EXCAVATION AND BACKFILLING

3.4. COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

3.5. COORDINATION

3.6. CUTTING AND PATCHING

3.7. CONCRETE AND MASONRY WORK

3.8. HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

3.9. WALL AND FLOOR PENETRATIONS

3.10. PENETRATION OF WATERPROOF CONSTRUCTION

3.11. SLEEVE INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS

3.12. FIRESTOPPING

3.13. PROVISIONS FOR ACCESS

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3.14. PAINTING AND FINISHES

3.15. COLOR SELECTION

3.16. PROTECTION OF WORK

3.17. OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT

3.18. EQUIPMENT BY OTHERS

3.19. TESTING AND ADJUSTMENT

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 26 05 00 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

PART 1. GENERAL

1.1. RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2. ALTERNATES

A. Refer to Division 01 Section 012300, “Alternates”, for description of work under this

Division affected by Alternates.

1.3. SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Common electrical installation requirements.

2. Electrical equipment coordination and installation.

3. Sleeves for raceways and cables.

4. Sleeve seals.

5. Foam duct sealant.

6. Grout.

7. Plywood backboards.

8. Protective wire guards.

9. Spare key cabinet(s).

B. Provide all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for and incidental to the complete installation and operation of all electrical work.

C. Unless otherwise specified, all submissions shall be made to, and acceptances and approvals made by the Architect and the Engineer.

D. Contract Drawings are generally diagrammatic and all offsets, fittings, transitions and accessories are not necessarily shown. Furnish and install all such items as may be required to fit the work to the conditions encountered.

E. Arrange conduits, equipment, and other work generally as shown on the Contract

Drawings, providing proper clearance and access. Where departures are proposed because of field conditions or other causes, prepare and submit detailed shop drawings for approval in accordance with Article “Submittals” specified below. The right is reserved to make reasonable changes in location of equipment, boxes, conduit/wiring, and devices, up to the time of rough-in or fabrication.

F. Conform to the requirements of all rules, regulations and codes of local, state and federal authorities having jurisdiction.

G. Coordinate the work under Division 26 with the work of all other construction trades.

H. Be responsible for all construction means, methods, techniques, procedures, and phasing

26 05 00 – 4 of 36 22019 sequences used in the work. Furnish all tools, equipment and materials necessary to properly perform the work in first class, substantial, and workmanlike manner, in accordance with the full intent and meaning of the Contract Documents.

1.4. CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATION

A. Any Contractor or Subcontractor performing work under Division 26 shall be fully qualified and acceptable to the Architect/Engineer and Owner. Submit the following evidence when requested:

1. A list of not less than five comparable projects which the Contractor completed.

2. Letter of reference from not less than three registered professional engineers, general contractors or building owners.

3. Local and/or State License, where required.

4. Membership in trade or professional organizations where required.

5. Copy of Master Electrician’s License.

B. A Contractor is any individual, partnership, or corporation, performing work by contract or subcontract on this project.

C. Acceptance of a Contractor or Subcontractor will not relieve the Contractor or subcontractor of any contractual requirements or his responsibility to supervise and coordinate the work, of various trades.

D. Supervisory Qualifications: The electrical work on the project shall be under the direct supervision of a licensed Master Electrician.

E. Qualifications of Installers:

1. For the actual fabrication, installation, and testing of the work, shall use only thoroughly trained and experienced personnel who are completely familiar with the requirements of this work and with the installation recommendations of the manufacturers of the specified items.

2. Utilize a full-time project foreman in charge of all electrical work. This person shall be fully qualified and experience in such work and shall be available, on site, at all times during Construction. All problems, questions, coordination, etc. related to electrical work shall take place through this person to the Architect.

1.5. PERMITS, FEES, AND INSPECTIONS

A. Obtain all permits and pay taxes, fees and other costs in connection with the work. File necessary plans, prepare documents, give proper notices and obtain necessary approvals.

Deliver inspection and approval certificates to Owner prior to final acceptance of the work.

B. Permits and fees shall comply with Division 01 Section, General Requirements.

C. Notify Inspection Authorities to schedule inspections of work.

D. Notify Architect and Engineer in advance of scheduled inspections.

E. An electrical foreman, superintendent or other supervisor shall be in attendance for all

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F. State Mandated Electrical Inspections: The Contractor shall obtain electrical installation inspection from a non-governmental electrical inspector approved by the State Fire

Marshal. The Contractor shall coordinate inspections, coordinate inspection schedule with the Owner, and obtain the electrical inspection certificate within 15 days after completion of electrical installation. The Contractor shall obtain electrical inspections of portions of the Work as they are completed and as required by the electrical inspector, and sufficiently ahead of close-in work so that corrections and re-inspections may be made, and in all cases while the area is accessible and visible for inspection.

1.6. UTILITY COMPANY COORDINATION

A. The Engineer has made the initial service application to the utility company for the purposes of obtaining a new electric service. The utility company’s contact person is identified in Division 26 Section 261120, “Utility Incoming Service Provisions”. After award of the contract notice to proceed, the Contractor is responsible for all communication, scheduling, site meetings, and follow-up with the utility company necessary for the installation of said utility in a timely manner, so service is active and available when needed for start-up, testing, and operation of all equipment and systems prior to substantial completion. Utility fees are to be paid directly by the Owner.

B. Contact and coordinate service entrance equipment and layout with local power company prior to ordering or installing any service entrance equipment. Contractor shall furnish and install all incoming raceway and service entrance cables. If the power company plans to install cable and/or conduit, Contractor is responsible for proper coordination of cable, conduit, lug sizes, etc., for proper interface between utility owned/installed equipment and

Contractor-installed equipment.

C. The Owner shall make the application for electrical service and pay for all service charges, as coordinated with the Contractor.

1.7. EXAMINATION OF SITE

A. Examine the site, determine all conditions and circumstances under which the work must be done, and make all necessary allowances for same. No additional cost to the Owner will be permitted for Contractor’s failure to do so.

B. Examine and verify specific conditions described in individual Specifications sections.

C. Verify that utility services are available, of the correct characteristics, and in the correct locations.

1.8. INTERPRETATION OF DOCUMENTS

A. Any discrepancies between Drawings, Specifications, Drawings and Specifications, or within Drawings and Specifications shall be promptly brought to the attention of the Owner during the bidding period. No allowance shall subsequently be made by reason of failure to have brought said discrepancies to the attention of the Owner during the bidding period or of any error on the Bidder’s part.

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B. The locations of products shown on Drawings are approximate. Place the devices to eliminate all interference with overhead ducts, piping, etc. Where any doubt exists, the exact location shall be determined by the Owner.

C. No electrical equipment, e.g. switchboards, transformers, panelboards, disconnect switches, motor controllers, etc. shall be installed beneath ductwork, piping, etc.

D. All general trades and existing conditions shall be checked before installing any outlets, power wiring, etc.

E. Equipment sizes shown on the Drawings are estimated. Before installing any wire or conduit, obtain the exact equipment requirements and install wire, conduit, or other item of the correct size for the equipment actually installed. However, wire and conduit sizes shown on the Drawings shall be taken as a minimum and shall not be reduced without written approval from the Owner.

F. Where variances occur between the Drawings and Specifications or within either document itself, the item or arrangement of better quality, greater quality, or higher cost shall be included in the Contract Price. The Engineer will decide on the item and manner in which the work shall be installed.

G. Contract Drawings are generally diagrammatic and all offsets, fittings, transitions, and accessories are not necessarily shown. Furnish and install all such items as may be required to fit the work to the conditions encountered. Arrange conduits, equipment, and other work generally as shown on the Contract Drawings, providing proper clearance and access.

Where departures are proposed because of field conditions or other causes, prepare and submit detailed Shop Drawings for approval in accordance with Article “Submittals” as herein after specified. The right is reserved to make reasonable changes in location of equipment, conduit/wiring, and devices, up to the time of rough-in or fabrication.

H. Work not specifically outlined, but reasonably incidental to the completion of the work, shall be included without additional compensation from the Architect, Engineer, and

Owner.

I. Perform the work in a first-class, substantial and workmanlike manner. Any materials installed which do not present an orderly and neat workmanlike appearance shall be removed and replaced when so directed by the Engineer, at the Contractor’s expense.

J. The complete set of Architectural, Civil, Structural, Food Service, Technology, Mechanical, and Electrical Drawings and Specifications apply to this work. The successful

Bidder shall familiarize himself with all other related documents.

1.9. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and equipment installed as a permanent part of the project shall be new, unless otherwise indicated or specified, and of the specified type and quality.

B. Where material or equipment is identified by proprietary name, model number and/or manufacturer, furnish named item, or its equal, subject to approval by Engineer.

Substituted items shall be equal or better in quality and performance and must be suitable for available space, required arrangement, and application. Submit all data necessary to

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C. The suitability of named item only has been verified. Where more than one item is named, only the first named item has been verified as suitable. Substituted items, including items other than first named shall be equal or better in quality and performance to that of specified items, and must be suitable for available space, required arrangement and application.

Contractor, by providing other than the first named manufacturer, assumes responsibility for all necessary adjustments and modifications necessary for a satisfactory installation.

Adjustments and modifications shall include but not be limited to electrical, structural, support, and architectural work.

D. Substitution will not be permitted for specified items of material or equipment where noted.

E. All items of equipment furnished shall have a service record of at least five (5) years.

1.10. ELECTRICAL WORK UNDER OTHER DIVISIONS

A. Architectural Equipment and Systems

1. In general, any electrically operated or controlled equipment furnished under

Architectural divisions shall be supplied with control wiring, transformers, contacts, etc.

2. Division 26 shall provide power circuits to such equipment and a disconnecting means for each piece of equipment, as well as all electrical control equipment and wiring related thereto.

3. Architectural Equipment refers to, but is not limited to the following:

a. Appliances

i. Includes, but is not limited to refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, ranges, range hoods, clothes washers, clothes dryers, whirlpools, etc.

ii. Verify equipment nameplates and connection requirements prior to rough-in.

iii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlet boxes serving appliances with approved appliance product data and approved casework shop drawings where applicable.

b. Cabinets, Casework and Countertops

i. Do not install outlets, switches, etc. behind casework, cabinets, etc.

ii. Receptacle outlets and data/telephone outlets shall be mounted above the countertops unless otherwise indicated.

iii. Where outlets are installed below countertops, provide grommets through countertops for cabling. Coordinate drilling of casework/countertops with casework installer.

iv. Coordinate outlets above and below countertops with approved casework shop drawings to avoid conflicts with sinks and other appurtenances.

c. Classroom Equipment

i. Includes, but is not limited to television mounting brackets, exhaust/fume hoods, goggle cabinets, outlets in lab benches, etc.

ii. Verify equipment nameplates and connection requirements prior

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iii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlet boxes serving equipment with approved product data and approved casework shop drawings where applicable.

d. Conveyance Systems

i. Includes, but is not limited to elevators, etc.

e. Display Cases

i. Provide power circuit to display case lighting fixture(s) furnished with display cases under Architectural division. Coordinate voltage with equipment supplier/installer.

ii. Coordinate installation of lighting fixture(s) furnished under

Division 26 with display case supplier/installer.

f. Door Hardware

i. Includes, but is not limited to electric strikes, magnetic hold-open devices, power-assist door operators, raise/lower switches, etc.

ii. Verify voltages of door hardware with approved door hardware shop drawings.

iii. Coordinate mounting height and location of power-assist door operator paddle stations with Architect to ensure ADA compliance.

iv. Coordinate mounting height and location of raise/lower switches for overhead coiling doors/grilles with Architect.

g. Electric Hand Dryers

i. Verify voltage and overcurrent protection requirements with approved shop drawings.

ii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of electric hand dryers with Architect.

h. Glazing Systems

i. Includes but is not limited to commercial storefront, curtain walls, skylights, windows, etc.

ii. Coordinate installation of exit signs above doors that are integral to glazing systems. Conceal power wiring (MC cable) within glazing systems.

i. Gymnasium Equipment

i. Includes, but is not limited to electrically-operated bleachers, basketball backstops, scoreboards, shot timers, divider curtains, etc.

ii. Verify voltage, overcurrent protection, and control requirements with approved shop drawings.

iii. Coordinate receptacle configurations for all equipment furnished with cord-and-plug assemblies.

iv. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of control devices furnished with equipment, e.g. raise/lower switches, with

Architect.

j. Signage

i. Includes but is not limited to building signage, monument signage, site signage, etc.

k. Stage Equipment

i. Includes but is not limited to curtains, rigging, projectors, projection screens, etc.

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ii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of control devices furnished with equipment, e.g. raise/lower switches, with

Architect.

l. Window Shades

i. Verify voltage, overcurrent protection, and control requirements with equipment supplier/installer.

ii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of raise/lower switches with Architect.

iii. Verify quantity and type of shade motors with equipment supplier/installer.

B. Civil Equipment and Systems

1. In general, any electrically operated or controlled equipment furnished under Civil divisions shall be supplied with control wiring, transformers, contacts, etc.

2. Division 26 shall provide power circuits to such equipment and a disconnecting means for each piece of equipment, as well as all electrical control equipment and wiring related thereto.

3. Civil Equipment refers to, but is not limited to the following:

a. Site Signage

b. Site Lighting

C. Food Service (Kitchen) Equipment and Systems

1. In general, any electrically operated or controlled equipment furnished under Food

Service divisions shall be supplied with control wiring, transformers, contacts, etc.

2. Division 26 shall provide power circuits to such equipment and a disconnecting means for each piece of equipment, as well as all electrical control equipment and wiring related thereto.

3. Food Service Equipment refers to, but is not limited to the following:

a. Commercial Kitchen Appliances

i. Includes, but is not limited to refrigerators, freezers, warming cabinets, vending machines, cash registers, microwaves, dishwashers, garbage disposals, ranges, mixers, kettles, convection ovens, utility distribution systems, etc.

ii. Verify equipment nameplates and connection requirements prior to rough-in.

iii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlet boxes serving appliances with approved appliance product data and approved casework shop drawings where applicable.

b. Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems

i. Connection(s) between kitchen fire suppression system(s) and fire alarm system shall be provided by Owner’s vendor.

ii. Provide connection(s) between kitchen fire suppression system(s) and shunt-trip mechanisms on circuit breakers serving equipment located beneath kitchen ventilation hoods such that upon activation of fire suppression system, shunt-trip mechanisms energize and open circuit breakers, de-energizing equipment located beneath ventilation hoods.

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c. Kitchen Ventilation Hoods

i. Provide shunt-trip mechanisms for circuit breakers serving kitchen equipment located beneath kitchen ventilation hoods.

Connect shunt-trip mechanisms to kitchen fire suppression system as described above.

D. HVAC Equipment and Systems

1. In general, any electrically operated or controlled equipment furnished under

HVAC divisions shall be supplied with control wiring, transformers, contacts, etc.

2. Division 26 shall provide power circuits to such equipment and a disconnecting means for each piece of equipment, as well as all electrical control equipment and wiring related thereto.

3. Certain mechanical units are furnished from the factory with motor starters, contactors, transformers, fuses, wiring, etc., required for fans, pumps, etc. When this equipment is supplied from the factory, Division 26 shall coordinate with

Division 23 such that only one set of starters, fuses, switches, etc. is provided.

4. Some HVAC equipment must be protected by fuses, which shall be marked on the equipment nameplate. In these instances, if the equipment has an integral non-fused disconnecting means, the fusible safety switch indicated on the electrical drawings must remain per NEC Article 440.

5. In general, control and interlock equipment (including, but not limited to wiring, conduit, transformers, relays, contacts, etc.) for HVAC equipment and systems is furnished under Division 23. Division 26 shall install and connect all equipment as necessary.

6. HVAC equipment refers to, but is not limited to the following:

a. Air Handling Units

b. ATC Panels

c. Ductless Split Systems

d. Ductwork

i. Do not install any electrical equipment, including but not limited to switchboards, transformers, panelboards, safety switches, motor controllers, etc. beneath ductwork. Where this cannot be accomplished due to field conditions, notify the Architect in writing.

e. Electric Unit Heaters

f. Energy Recovery Ventilators

g. Exhaust Fans

h. Ground Loop Pumps

i. Heat Pumps

j. Make-up Air Units

k. Outside Air Units

l. Piping

i. Do not install any electrical equipment, including but not limited to switchboards, transformers, panelboards, safety switches, motor controllers, etc. beneath piping. Where this cannot be accomplished due to field conditions, notify the

Architect/Engineer in writing.

m. Radiant Heat Panels

n. Ventilation Fans

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7. To ensure proper electrical coordination between the electrical components supplied under Division 26 and the equipment supplied under Division 23, a schedule shall be submitted, prior to start of work, for review by the Engineer with the following column headings:

a. Equipment or Item

b. HP or KVA

c. Voltage and Phase

d. Power Factor

e. Capacitor

f. Motor Starter

g. Disconnect

h. Controls

i. Remarks

E. Owner Furnished Equipment and Systems

1. In general, any electrically operated or controlled equipment furnished by the

Owner shall be supplied with control wiring, transformers, contacts, etc.

2. Division 26 shall provide power circuits to such equipment and a disconnecting means for each piece of equipment, as well as all electrical control equipment and wiring related thereto.

3. Owner equipment refers to, but is not limited to the following:

a. Existing Appliances and/or Equipment

b. Electronic Appliances

i. Includes, but is not limited to televisions, computers, copy/fax machines, printers, etc.

ii. Verify equipment nameplates and connection requirements prior to rough-in.

iii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlet boxes serving appliances with approved appliance product data and approved casework shop drawings where applicable.

c. Kitchen/Laundry Appliances

i. Includes, but is not limited to refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, ranges, range hoods, clothes washers, clothes dryers, whirlpools, etc.

ii. Verify equipment nameplates and connection requirements prior to rough-in.

iii. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlet boxes serving appliances with approved appliance product data and approved casework shop drawings where applicable.

F. Plumbing Equipment and Systems

1. In general, any electrically operated or controlled equipment furnished under

Plumbing divisions shall be supplied with control wiring, transformers, contacts, etc.

2. Division 26 shall provide power circuits to such equipment and a disconnecting means for each piece of equipment, as well as all electrical control equipment and wiring related thereto.

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3. Certain plumbing units are furnished from the factory with motor starters, contactors, transformers, fuses, wiring, etc., required for pumps, etc. When this equipment is supplied from the factory, Division 26 shall coordinate with Division

22 such that only one set of starters, fuses, switches, etc. is provided.

4. In general, control and interlock equipment (including, but not limited to wiring, conduit, transformers, relays, contacts, etc.) for plumbing equipment and systems is furnished under Division 22. Division 26 shall install and connect all equipment as necessary.

5. Plumbing equipment refers to, but is not limited to the following:

a. Electric Water Coolers

i. Coordinate mounting height and location of receptacle outlets serving electric water coolers with approved shop drawings.

b. Floor Drains

i. Coordinate routing of conduits and raceways in floor slabs with floor drains.

c. Condensate Pumps

i. Coordinate connection type (i.e. switch or cord-and-plug) with approved shop drawings.

d. Gas-Fired Water Heaters

i. Coordinate connection type (i.e. switch or cord-and-plug) with approved shop drawings.

e. Ice Makers

f. Piping

i. Do not install any electrical equipment, including but not limited to switchboards, transformers, panelboards, safety switches, motor controllers, etc. beneath piping. Where this cannot be accomplished due to field conditions, notify the Architect in writing.

g. Recirculation Pumps

h. Sinks

i. Sump Pumps

i. Coordinate sump pump control panel connection type (i.e. switch or cord-and-plug) with approved shop drawings.

ii. Provide 2-inch conduit with pull string from control panel to sump pump for control and power cabling provided with equipment.

j. Trap Priming Stations

1.11. FIRE SAFE MATERIALS

A. Unless otherwise indicated, materials and equipment shall conform to UL, NFPA and

ASTM standards for fire safety with smoke and fire hazard rating not exceeding flame spread of 25 and smoke developed of 50.

1.12. REFERENCED STANDARDS, CODES AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. Specifications, Codes and Standards listed below are included as part of this Specification, latest edition:

1. ADA - Americans with Disabilities Act

2. ANSI - American National Standards Institute

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3. ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

4. CSA - Canadian Standards Association

5. DNREC - Delaware Department of Natural Resources and

Environmental Control

6. EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

7. FM - Factory Mutual

8. IBC - International Building Code

9. IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

10. NEC - National Electrical Code

11. NECA - National Electrical Contractors Association

12. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association

13. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

14. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Act

15. UL - Underwriters' Laboratories

B. The application standards of the local electric utility company.

C. Electrical construction materials shall, where a listing is normal for the particular class of material, be listed in Electrical Construction Materials List of the Underwriters'

Laboratories, Inc. (U.L.) and shall bear the listing label. Electrical equipment shall, where a listing is normal for the particular class of equipment, be listed in the Electrical Appliance and Utilization Equipment List of the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (U.L.) and shall bear the listing label. Materials and equipment listed and labeled as "approved for the purpose" by other nationally recognized testing laboratory, inspection agency or approved organization (such as E.T.L. or Factory Mutual) shall be acceptable.

1.13. SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Include complete descriptive product data for items specified in Part 2 of this Section.

1.14. SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Refer to Division 01 Section, “Submittal Procedures”, for requirements in addition to those indicated herein.

B. Equipment, materials, installation, workmanship and arrangement of work are subject to review and acceptance. No substitution will be permitted after acceptance of equipment or materials except where such substitution is considered by the Architect and/or Engineer to be in the best interest of the Owner.

C. After acceptance of Material and Equipment List, submit six (6) copies, or more as required under the General Conditions, of complete descriptive data for all items as outlined below.

D. Electronic submittals shall be prepared as a Portable Document Format (PDF) file and shall include as page 1 the Contractor’s stamp, followed by the submittal contents. Submittal form shall identify the Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or Supplier, and pertinent

Contract Document references.

E. Submittals shall consist of specifications, product data sheets, manufacturer’s catalog cuts, dimensional shop drawings, wiring diagrams, installation instructions, samples, and any

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F. Submittals shall include, but not be limited to, the following information: size, type, functional characteristics, compliance with standards in Division 26, required service access which shall be suitable for intended location and use, electrical service connections and requirements, and deviations from Contract Document requirements.

G. Identify submittals, indicating intended application, location and service of submitted items. Refer to Specification sections or paragraphs and Drawings where applicable.

H. Clearly indicate exact type, model number, style, size, operating characteristics, ratings, options and special features of proposed item specifically for application to this project.

Submittals of a general nature will not be acceptable.

I. Submit actual operating conditions or characteristics for all equipment where required capacities are indicated. Factory order forms showing only required capacities will not be acceptable. Call attention, in writing, to deviation from contract requirements.

J. Thoroughly review and stamp all submittals to indicate compliance with contract requirements prior to submission. Coordinate installation requirements and all electrical requirements for equipment submitted. The Contractor shall be responsible for correctness of all submittals.

K. Submittals will be reviewed for general compliance with design concept in accordance with

Contract Documents, but dimensions, quantities, or other details will not be verified.

L. For any submittal requiring more than two (2) reviews by the Engineer (including those caused by a change in subcontractor or supplier) the Owner will withhold Contractor's funds by a change order to the contract to cover the cost of additional reviews. One review is counted for each action including rejection or return of any reason.

M. For substituted items, clearly list on the first page of the submittal all differences between the specified item and the proposed item. The Contractor shall be responsible for corrective action and maintaining the Specification requirements if differences have not been clearly indicated in the submittal.

N. Where proposals to use an item of equipment or application other than that specified or detailed on the Contract Drawings, which requires any redesign of the structure, partitions, foundation, HVAC, piping, wiring, or any other part of the mechanical, electrical, or architectural layout, all such redesign and all new drawings and detailing required thereafter shall be prepared by the Contractor at his own expense for review by the Owner’s representative before any such work is implemented.

O. All Contractor-proposed changes and revisions shall be at the Contractor’s risk and expense. The Contractor shall fully coordinate all revisions, substitutions and changes with other trades for a complete, code compliant, and fully functional installation.

P. Acceptance will not constitute waiver of contract requirements unless deviations are specifically indicated and clearly noted. Use only final or corrected submittals and data prior to fabrication and/or installation.

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Q. Every submittal including, but not limited to the list below, shall be forwarded with its own transmittal as a separate, distinct submittal. Identify all submittals by the name of the item/system and the applicable Specification Section and/or Drawing number. Grouping of items/systems that are not related shall be unacceptable.

R. Items and Systems

1. Access Doors

2. Arc Flash Hazard Analysis and Labels

3. Battery Packs for Lighting Fixtures

4. Circuit Breakers

5. Commercial Pedestals

6. Conductors and Cables - 600V or Less

7. Conduit and Raceway

8. Connectors and Splices

9. Disconnect (Safety) Switches

10. Electric Heating Cables and Controls

11. Electrical Connection Coordination Schedule

12. Electricity Meters

13. Elevator Control Switches

14. Emergency Off Push-Buttons

15. Enclosed Circuit Breakers

16. Enclosed Contactors

17. Equipment Nameplates/Labels

18. Firestopping Materials

19. Foam Duct Sealant

20. Fuses, 600V or Less

21. Generator

22. Ground Busbars

23. Ground Conductors

24. Ground Rods

25. Grout

26. Handholes

27. Hangers and Supports

28. Identification Products

29. Installation/Coordination Drawings

30. Installer Certificates

31. Junction and Pull Boxes, Custom Sizes

32. Junction and Pull Boxes, Standard Sizes

33. Lamps

34. Lighting Control System

35. Lighting Fixtures, Exterior

36. Lighting Fixtures, Interior

37. Lighting, Theatrical

38. Lightning Protection System

39. Manholes and Manhole Accessories

40. Medium Voltage Cable Termination & Splice Kits

41. Medium Voltage Cables

42. Medium Voltage Grounding

43. Motor Controllers

44. Operation and Maintenance Manual

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45. Outlet and Device Boxes

46. Panelboard Circuit Directories

47. Panelboards

48. Power System Studies

49. Qualification Data

50. Receptacles

51. Record Drawings

52. Retractable Cord Reels

53. Roof Penetration Boots /Curbs

54. Sleeves

55. Surge Protective Devices

56. Switchboards

57. Testing Agency Qualifications

58. Test Reports

59. Toggle/Snap Switches

60. Transfer Switches

61. Transformers, 600V and Less

62. Transformers, Medium Voltage

63. Underground Ductbank Products

64. Weatherproof Boxes and Covers

65. Wiring Diagrams

S. Submit for approval any other submittals as required by the Architect, Engineer, or Owner.

No item listed above shall be delivered to the site, or installed, until approved. After the proposed materials have been approved, no substitution will be permitted except where approved by the Engineer.

T. Prepare and submit a detailed schedule of values indicating the Contract costs for the major work items. Provide additional detail and information as requested by the Engineer.

U. For resubmissions, the Contractor must address in writing all of the Engineer’s comments on the original submission to verify compliance.

1.15. SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Prepare and submit Shop Drawings for all electrical equipment, specially fabricated items, modifications to standard items, specially designed systems where detailed design is not shown on the Contract Drawings, or where the proposed installation differs from that shown on Contract Drawings.

B. Shop drawings shall include identification of products being installed, compliance with specified standards, notation of coordination requirements, notation of dimensions verified by field measurement, etc. Do not base shop drawings on reproductions of the Contract

Documents or standard printed data.

C. Submit shop drawings concurrent with product data. Shop drawings received without associated product data will be returned without review.

D. Submit for approval schematic diagrams of each electrical system installed in the building, including but not limited to Riser Diagrams and Schematic Wiring Diagrams for the following systems:

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1. Emergency Power Supply System – Generator and Transfer Switch(es)

2. Lighting Control System

3. Lightning Protection System

4. Occupancy Sensor Layout

5. Stage/Platform Lighting and Dimming System

E. Shop Drawing diagrams shall indicate device location, service, type, make, model number and the identification number of each device in the particular system. Following approval by all authorities, the diagrams shall be inserted into the O&M Manual specified herein.

F. Submit for approval any other shop drawings as required by the Architect, Engineer, or

Owner. No item listed above shall be delivered to the site, or installed, until approved.

After the proposed materials have been approved, no substitution will be permitted except where approved by the Engineer.

G. For any shop drawing requiring more than two (2) reviews by the Engineer (including those caused by a change in subcontractor or supplier) the Owner will withhold Contractor's funds by a change order to the contract to cover the cost of additional reviews. One review is counted for each action including rejection or return for any reason.

H. Refer to individual Specification Sections and Contract Drawings for additional shop drawing requirements.

I. For resubmissions, the Contractor must address in writing all of the Engineer’s comments on the original submission to verify compliance.

1.16. DEFINITIONS

A. Approve: To permit use of material, equipment or methods conditional upon compliance with contract documents requirements.

B. Building Line: Exterior wall of building.

C. Concealed: Hidden from sight in chases, formed spaces, shafts, hung ceilings, or embedded in construction.

D. Conduits: Include conduit, all fittings, identification, and other accessories relative to such conduit.

E. Contractor: The Electrical Contractor and any of his subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, or fabricators.

F. EPDM: Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer rubber

G. Exposed: Not installed underground or concealed as defined above.

H. Finished Spaces: Spaces other than mechanical and electrical equipment rooms, furred spaces, pipe and duct shafts, unheated spaces immediately below roof, spaces above ceiling, unexcavated spaces, crawl spaces, and tunnels.

I. Furnish and install or Provide: To supply, erect, install, and connect to complete for

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J. Location, Damp: Locations protected from water and not subject to saturation with water or other liquids, but subject to moderate degrees of moisture. Examples of such locations include interior locations such as basements, crawlspaces, attics, cold-storage rooms, etc…

K. Location, Dry: A location not normally subject to dampness or wetness. A dry location may temporarily be subject to dampness or wetness during building construction.

L. Location, Wet: Locations subject to saturation with water or other liquids, locations exposed to weather, and installations underground or in concrete slabs or masonry in direct contact with the Earth. Examples of such locations include all exterior locations (including those under canopies, roofed open porches, etc…) commercial kitchens, and vehicle washing areas.

M. NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber.

N. Review: Limited observation or checking to ascertain general conformance with design concept of the work and with information given in contract documents. Such action does not constitute a waiver or alteration of the contract requirements.

1.17. WARRANTY

A. Contractor's attention is directed to warranty obligations contained in the General

Conditions.

B. The above shall not in any way void or abrogate equipment manufacturer's guarantee or warranty. Certificates of equipment manufacturer’s warranties shall be included in the operations and maintenance manuals.

C. The Contractor guarantees for a two (2) year period from the time of final acceptance by the Owner:

1. That the work contains no faulty or imperfect material or equipment or any imperfect, careless, or unskilled workmanship.

2. That all work, equipment, machines, devices, etc. shall be adequate for the use to which they are intended, and shall operate with ordinary care and attention in a satisfactory and efficient manner.

3. That the Contractor will re-execute, correct, repair, or remove and replace with proper work, without cost to the Owner, any work found to be deficient. The

Contractor shall also make good all damages caused to their work or materials in the process of complying with this section.

4. That the entire work shall be water-tight and leak-proof.

1.18. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. The Contractor shall prepare six (6) hard copies and electronic copies of the Operation and

Maintenance Manual and shall deliver these copies of the manual to the Owner. Provide one (1) electronic copy for each hard copy set of the O&M manual.

B. The manual shall be as specified herein. The manual must be approved and will not be

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C. Hard copies of the manual shall be bound in three-ring loose-leaf binders similar to

National No. 3881 with the following title lettered on the front and spine of the binder:

Operation and Maintenance Manual – Smyrna School District – New Sunnyside

Intermediate School – Electrical.

1. Provide divider tabs and table of contents for organizing and separating information. Tab titling shall be clearly printed under reinforced plastic tabs.

2. If more than one (1) binder is required, volume numbers shall be included on front and spine of each volume.

3. No sheets larger than 8-1/2 inches x 11 inches shall be used, except sheets that are neatly folded to 8-1/2 inches x 11 inches and used as a pull-out.

D. Electronic copies of the manual shall be saved on USB flash drives, and shall be in searchable PDF format with interactive index tabs. Approved electronic copies shall be stored in flash drive zipper cases in front of volume 1 (if applicable) of hard copies of the manual.

E. Provide the following data in the manual:

1. As first entry, an approved letter indicating the starting/ending time of Contractor’s warranty period.

2. Directory listing names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers for

Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Contractor, Sub-contractor(s), equipment suppliers, sales and authorized service representatives.

3. Maintenance operation and lubrication instructions on each piece of equipment furnished.

4. Complete catalog data on each piece of electrical equipment furnished including approved Shop Drawing/Submittal with Engineer’s Comments (if any).

5. Manufacturer's extended limited warranties on equipment.

6. Catalog data of all equipment, starters, etc. shall include wiring diagrams, parts list and assembly drawing(s).

7. Access panel charts with index illustrating the location and purpose of access panels.

8. Approved Electrical Certificates, including certificate of approval from electrical inspector.

9. List of extra materials turned over to Owner, with transmittal/receipt signed by

Owner.

10. Sign-in sheets from demonstration and training sessions.

11. Start-up and test reports for equipment.

F. Additional items identified within other Sections of these Specifications.

G. Submit Operation and Maintenance Manual prior to the anticipated date of Substantial

Completion for Engineer review and approval. Substantial Completion requires that

Operation and Maintenance Manuals be reviewed and approved.

1.19. RECORD DRAWINGS

A. Upon completion of the electrical installations, the Contractor shall deliver to the Architect

26 05 00 – 20 of 36 22019 one complete set of prints of the electrical Contract Drawings which shall be legibly marked in red pencil to show all changes and departures of the installation as compared with the original design. They shall be suitable for use in preparation of Record Drawings.

B. Contractor shall incorporate all sketches, addendums, value engineering, change orders, etc., into record drawings prior to delivering the same to the Architect.

C. Contractor shall note respective addendum, supplemental instruction, request for information, change order, etc. number adjacent to all red-line changes on Record

Drawings.

1.20. INSTRUCTION

A. Upon completion of all work, thoroughly instruct the Owner's representatives in the proper operation and maintenance of all electrical equipment and systems.

B. Instructions shall be done only after completed systems have been put into operation and tested for proper operation and performance.

C. Instructions shall be given only by experts in the equipment or system and shall include descriptions and demonstrations of procedures of operation, data record keeping, etc.

D. Furnish the necessary technicians, skilled workers, and helpers to operate the electrical systems and equipment of the entire project for one (1) 8-hour day.

E. Where specified in technical sections, provide longer periods required for specialized equipment.

F. The Operation and Maintenance Manual shall be available at the time of the instructions, for use by Instructors and Owner personnel.

G. Deliver all instruction materials to the Owner prior to the formal instruction period.

H. Schedule the general and specialized instruction periods for a time agreed upon by the

Owner and Engineer.

I. Cleanup: Collect used and leftover educational materials and remove from Project site.

Remove instructional equipment. Restore systems and equipment to condition existing before initial training use.

1.21. DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING VIDEO RECORDINGS

A. General: Record demonstration and training video recordings. Record each training module separately. Include classroom instructions and demonstrations, board diagrams, and other visual aids, but not student practice.

1. At beginning of each training module, record each chart containing learning objective and lesson outline.

B. Video Recording Format: Provide high-quality color video recordings with menu navigation in format acceptable to Owner.

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C. Recording: Mount camera on tripod before starting recording, unless otherwise necessary to show area of demonstration and training. Display continuous running time.

D. Narration: Describe scenes on video recording by audio narration by microphone while video recording is recorded. Include description of items being viewed.

E. Transcript: Provide a transcript of the narration. Display images and running time captured from videotape opposite the corresponding narration segment.

F. Pre-Produced Video Recordings: Provide video recordings used as a component of training modules in same format as recordings of live training.

1.22. INSTALLATION AND COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Prepare, submit and use composite installation and coordination drawings to assure proper coordination and installation of the work. Drawings shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1. Mechanical Rooms indicating transformers, panelboards, enclosures, boxes, conduits, mechanical equipment, ductwork, and piping, etc…

2. Electrical Rooms indicating switchboards, panelboards, enclosures, boxes, transformers, conduits, wireways, etc…

B. Draw plans to a scale not less than ¼ inch equals one foot. Include plans, sections and elevations of the proposed work, showing all equipment (mechanical, plumbing and electrical), conduit and wiring in the areas involved. Fully dimension all work, horizontally and vertically. Show coordination with other work including piping, ductwork and other mechanical work, walls, doors, ceilings, columns, beams, joists and other architectural and structural work.

C. Identify all equipment and devices on wiring diagrams. Where field connections are shown to factory-wired terminals, furnish manufacturer's literature showing internal wiring of equipment.

D. Prepare, submit, and use scaled layout drawings indicating dimensions, clearances, and actual equipment dimensions. Layout Drawings shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1. Pad-mounted equipment and equipment connections.

2. Underground conduits and ductbanks.

3. Building penetrations.

E. Prepare scaled coordination drawings in accordance with the Specifications. Indicate locations where space is limited for installation and access and where sequencing and coordination of installations are of importance to the efficient flow of the Work, including

(but not necessarily limited to) the following:

1. Indicate the proposed locations of power, lighting, and all special system raceways, equipment, and materials. Include the following:

a. Working space and dedicated space clearances per the NEC.

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b. Clearances for equipment disassembly required for periodic maintenance.

c. Exterior wall and foundation penetrations.

d. Fire-rated wall and floor penetrations.

e. Equipment connections and support details.

f. Sizes and locations of required concrete bases.

2. Indicate scheduling, sequencing, movement, and positioning of large equipment into the building during construction, including, but not limited to, the following:

Major conduits and feeders.

3. Prepare floor plans, elevations, and details to indicate penetrations in floors, walls, and ceilings and their relationship to other penetrations and installations.

4. The successful Bidder shall be responsible for indicating all raceways described in notes or indicated by home run symbols.

5. The complete set of Architectural, Civil, Structural, Food Service, Technology, Mechanical, and Electrical Drawings and Specifications apply to this work. The successful bidder shall familiarize himself with all other related documents to avoid possible installation conflicts.

PART 2. PRODUCTS

2.1. SLEEVES FOR RACEWAYS AND CABLES

A. Steel Pipe Sleeves: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type E, Grade B, Schedule 40, galvanized steel, plain ends.

B. Cast-Iron Pipe Sleeves: Cast or…