MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

WIDETT LAYOVER FACILITY

Contract No.: F60PS01

25KV AC Overhead Contact System –

Motorized Operated Disconnect Switches

Material

Summary

Item OCS-MOD Switches (H.O.S.)

Name

25KV AC Overhead Contact System –

Motorized Operated Disconnect Switches

(MODS)

Spec No.

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16130P-ET

16960P-ET

Quantity

6 Single Pole Manual Disconnect Switch

3 Single Pole Motorized Disconnect Switch

1 Double Pole Motorized Disconnect Switch

Unit EA

Delivery:

• FOB to 100 Foodmart Road, Boston, MA 02118

• Delivery is within the Project limits, which is defined as the MBTA owned property within Widett Circle

• Delivery: By September 2, 2027

• Materials will be at manufacturer’s risk until accepted by the Authority.

• Materials rejected for non-compliance with these specifications will be returned and replaced at Manufacturer’s expense within one month

Submittal:

• Prior to manufacture, the manufacturer shall submit complete shop drawings for each item.

F60PS01

25KV AC OVERHEAD CONTACT SYSTEM – MOTORIZED

OPERATED DISCONNECT SWITCHES (MODS)

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MBTA N.A.

SECTION 16126P-ET

25KV AC OVERHEAD CONTACT SYSTEM - MOTORIZED OPERATED DISCONNECT

SWITCHES (MODS)

PROCUREMENT ONLY

This work consists of activities relating to the traction power electrical equipment procurement

(SUPPLIER) (This Contract) and installation and final testing (CONTRACTOR)(separate contract).

The SUPPLIER shall be responsible for the design, manufacture, purchase, quality control, and testing of the disconnect switches at the point of manufacture, as well as coordinating and executing all freight, transport, and delivery of the disconnect switches to the designated on-site drop-off location. Addition-ally, the SUPPLIER shall provide all relevant material certifications, bills, of lading, and shipping mani-fests to the CONTRACTOR at least (10) business days prior to delivery, and must ensure that all transport vehicles are properly equipped to allow for safe unloading operations by the CONTRACTOR’s personnel.

The CONTRACTOR will be responsible for all the site infrastructure including all site, civil, structural, electrical elements and installation on site including final site testing.

These references will be used within this specification to define the applicable scope of work and respon-sible party. Sections not identified as CONTRACTOR or SUPPLIER shall apply equally to both parties.

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Furnish [SUPPLIER] and install [CONTRACTOR] new manually operated disconnect switches complete with all attachment hardware, hooksticks, new feeder jumpers, cabling, buss bar, clamps, supports and all else necessary for complete installation and operation of the switch.

1. The Grounding and Bonding Systems shall meet requirements of National Electrical Code and the technical and safety recommendations of ANSI and IEEE. Grounding and bonding of personnel ground mats, disconnect switch operating shaft, control box and disconnect switch shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR at disconnect switch locations.

2. Standards

a. Pertinent provisions of the following listed standards shall apply to the work of this

Section, except as they may be modified herein, and are hereby made a part of this

Specification to the extent required:

Organization

ANSI

Number

C37.30

Title

Standard Definitions and Requirements for High-Voltage

Air Switches, Insulators and Bus Supports

OPERATED DISCONNECT SWITCHES (MODS)

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ANSI C37.32 Standard Schedules of Preferred Ratings, Manufacturing

Specifications, and Application Guide for High-Voltage

Air Switches, Bus Supports and Switch Accessories

ANSI C37.34 Test Code for High-Voltage Air Switches (and supplements)

ANSI C37.35 Guide for Application, Installation, Operation and

Maintenance of High-Voltage Air Disconnecting and Load

Interrupter Switches

ANSI Z55.1 Gray Finishes for Industrial Apparatus and Equipment

ASTM B187 Copper Bus Bar, Rod and Shapes

NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC), Latest Edition

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 16130-ET – 25KV OVERHEAD CONTACT SYSTEM

B. Section 16125-ET – 25KV OCS GROUNDING AND BONDING [CONTRCATOR]

C. Section 16960-ET – TESTING AND COMMISSIONG

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. The SUPPLIER shall submit shop/working drawings, design test reports, technical data, schematics, catalog cuts, material/procurement specifications of component parts and all relevant information for the installation, operation and maintenance of related disconnect switches.

Component, small part steel or assembly drawings shall be prepared using latest AutoCAD:

1. Spare parts list, and technical manuals.

2. Design and production test plan, test procedures and certified test reports.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. SUPPLIER shall ensure that all disconnect switches are suitably protected against damage during transport, handling and storage.

B. SUPPLIER shall provide clear storage instructions that will ensure the equipment is safely stored ready for later installation by the CONTRACTOR. Instructions shall indicate indoor/outdoor stor-age requirements.

C. Delivery [SUPPLIER] shall be to a facility in or near Boston, Massachusetts as directed by the

Project.

D. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for off-loading the equipment at the facility and the storage of the equipment. CONTRACTOR shall store all products in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, to ensure that all material is protected from damage and exposure.

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E. CONTRACTOR shall handle and use the disconnect switches in accordance with the manufactur-er's instructions, to ensure that the products are not damaged or misused prior to or during instal-lation.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. Materials

1. The disconnect switches shall be for outdoor service and of single pole single throw design. They shall be mounted as per the plans. Manual disconnect switches shall be operated by a hookstick from the ground level. The switches shall be assembled on galvanized steel channel base with standard NEMA mounting holes and arranged in coordination with the supporting members as shown on the plans.

2. Current carrying parts shall be of hard-drawn copper. Contacts shall be high pressure, silver-to- silver, self-cleaning by wiping action, self-aligning, and shall be capable of breaking system charging currents.

3. High strength, high conductivity metals shall be used for all live parts. These metals shall not be subject to cracking due to weather conditions and shall be non-ferrous.

4. Solder-less, NEMA terminal pads of a compatible design shall be provided.

5. Springs, pivots, bearing and ferrous material shall not be part of a current carrying circuit.

6. The disconnect switches shall be furnished with mounting bolts, nuts, washers, lock washers, grounding stud and all other parts and materials necessary for complete mounting of the switch and its attachment to the supporting members. All switch bases and associated stationary parts shall be rigidly bolted in place.

7. 2- Piece-14’ insulated hookstick, with fiberglass head and weather-proof storage case, or approved substitute, shall be provided with each manual disconnect switch.

The hookstick shall provide full safety to the operating personnel.

8. The bases of all disconnect switches shall be grounded.

9. The switches shall be designed and constructed to assure satisfactory operation under all weather conditions, including snow, sleet and ice, independent of lubrication. Cotter pins shall not be used to transmit stresses. All current carrying parts of the switch as well as contacts shall be designed to operate without lubrication and maintain electrical clearance to all non-live parts.

10. The switches shall be rated as follows:

Rated voltage 13.8kV (to ground)

Poles 1

Minimum Voltage class 25kV

Rated current, continuous 1,200 A

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Rated current, momentary 61,000 A

Rated frequency 60 Hz

BIL 150kV

Control Voltage 125V DC

Range of Control Voltage 90V-140V DC

Auxiliary Contact Rating 3 A at 125V DC

11. The insulators shall be station post type NEMA TR-208 or approved equal.

12. The design shall provide for effects of any short circuits up to the maximum value of 20kA.

Due to the exposed nature of catenary system, short circuits may be frequent and have varying duration and severity.

13. Switch identification number shall be made of standard manufactured reflective tape for exterior use, ‘Scotchlite’ or equal.

B. Special Manufacturer's Warranty [SUPPLIER]: Manufacturer's standard form in which

Disconnect Switch manufacturer agrees to furnish Disconnect Switch to repair or replace those that do not comply with performance and other requirements specified in this Section within one year from date of installation

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Construction Methods [CONTRACTOR]

1. The disconnect switch assemblies and the operating mechanisms shall be installed in accordance with recommendations of the manufacturer, the plans and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Switch shall be examined for broken insulators. All insulators shall be wiped clean after the installation is complete.

2. Installation of disconnect switch assemblies by the CONTRACTOR shall be in accordance with SUPPLIER recommendations.

3. Support shall be provided as required by the SUPPLIER to assist the installation, setting up and field testing of the disconnect switches on site. The name of support services engineer, or designated contact, shall be provided at the time of shipment. CONTRACTOR will be responsible to engage the SUPPLIER for these services and include for the associated equipment.

4. Field-testing shall be thorough, continuing throughout the installation, and fully documented.

5. Disconnect Switches

a. Design Tests: All the design tests, described in ANSI C37.34 and supplements, shall be, or shall have been, performed on one manual disconnect switch.

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b. Production Tests: All the production tests, described in ANSI C37.34 and supplements, shall be performed on all manually operated disconnect switches.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 MEASUREMENT

A. Separate measurement will be made for the work of this Section. The cost for all work, complete in place; furnishing [SUPPLIER] and all materials, testing, equipment and accessories required providing transportation, handling and delivery; and performing all work incidental to completion of work of this Section as it pertains to the Suppliers scope shall be included in the Contract Unit

Price payment items below.

4.2 PAYMENT

A. All costs in connection with work of this Section as it pertains to the Suppliers scope, shall be included in the total Contract Unit Price for Item 1600.346P Single Pole Manual Disconnect

Switch

B. All costs in connection with work of this Section as it pertains to the Suppliers scope, shall be included in the total Contract Unit Price for Item 1600.347P Single Pole Motorized Disconnect

Switch

C. All costs in connection with work of this Section as it pertains to the Suppliers scope , shall be included in the total Contract Unit Price for Item 1600.348P Double Pole Motorized Disconnect

Switch

4.3 PAYMENT ITEMS

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT

1600.346P – SINGLE POLE MANUAL DISCONNECT SWITCH EA

1600.347P – SINGLE POLE MOTORIZED DISCONNECT SWITCH EA

1600.348P – DOUBLE POLE MOTORIZED DISCONNECT SWITCH EA

END OF SECTION

DISCONNECT SWITCHES - 25KV OVERHEAD CONTACT

SYSTEM

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SECTION 16130P-ET

DISCONNECT SWITCHES - 25KV OVERHEAD CONTACT SYSTEM

PROCUREMENT ONLY

This work consists of activities relating to the traction power electrical equipment procurement, specifi-cally the long lead item Disconnect Switches, (SUPPLIER) (This Contract) and installation and final test-ing (CONTRACTOR)(separate contract).

The SUPPLIER shall be responsible for the design, manufacture, purchase, quality control, and testing of the disconnect switches at the point of manufacture, as well as coordinating and exe-cuting all freight, transport, and delivery of the disconnect switches to the designated on-site drop-off location. Additionally, the SUPPLIER shall provide all relevant material certifications, bills, of lading, and shipping manifests to the CONTRACTOR at least (10) business days prior to delivery and must ensure that all transport vehicles are properly equipped to allow for safe unloading operations by the CONTRACTOR’s personnel.

The CONTRACTOR will be responsible for all the site infrastructure including all site, civil, structural, These references will be used within this specification to define the applicable scope of work and responsible party. Sections not identified as CONTRACTOR or SUPPLIER shall apply equally to both parties.

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 REQUIREMENTS

A. Work Included: This Section specifies the following:

1. Furnishing [SUPPLIER] all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidentals for the installation [CONTRACTOR], of the Overhead Contact System except for poles, portals, footings, in conformance with the project requirements as defined in the Drawings and Specifications herein.

2. The components of the catenary system specified herein include, but are not limited to, overhead structure suspension systems, pole guys, cantilevers, cross spans, wiring, in-span hardware, insulators, disconnect switches, bare conductors and cable, and other components required to provide a complete system.

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a. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for transporting and properly storing this material as required. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with MBTA to facilitate transfer of possession of said material. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for purchasing all remaining OCS material in accordance with the Contract Documents.

3. All OCS installations shall be configured to clear the pantograph dynamic and electrical clearance envelope as shown on basic design drawings.

4. Design [SUPPLIER]

a. Product basic design drawings show instruction sheets, general arrangements, assembly drawings, schematic drawings, sub-assemblies and components. The construction design drawings are based on field measurements, aerial survey and

MBTA information and apply the basic design rules. Both basic design and construction design drawings shall be applied and followed for installation

[CONTRACTOR].

5. Construction Condition [CONTRACTOR]

a. Installation work shall be closely coordinated with the track occupancy restrictions as defined in the project Specifications. The work schedule may require track occupancy for checking offsets and track superelevation, and allowance shall be made for this operation.

B. Auto-tensioned Catenary

1. Supply [SUPPLIER] and installation [CONTRACTOR] of the auto-tensioned catenary system in accordance with the plans. The catenary system is broadly defined as those conductors, and related items, forming the overhead power distribution system, and comprise the catenary messenger and contact wires, hangers, feeder bus, sectioning devices, tensioning systems (including balance weight assemblies), and ground connections, together with their related supports and insulation. The CONTRACTOR shall supply an inspection vehicle with driver for inspection.

2. Manufacture, supply [SUPPLIER] and installation [CONTRACTOR] of the catenary assemblies. The work includes but may not be limited to the following: Messenger support assemblies, Cantilever assemblies, Tail wire support assemblies, Contact wire registration assemblies, Pull-off assemblies, Dead end assemblies, Cross span assemblies, Feeder and jumper assemblies, Midspan insulation assemblies, Span wire insulation assemblies, Across track feeder assemblies.

C. Conductor Rail [CONTRACTOR]

1. The installation and furnishing of a new conductor rail system (also known as the rigid

OCS) as indicated in the contract Drawings with all the associated components, assemblies, steel and associated hardware required to produce a complete and functioning system.

2. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for coordinating with the MBTA any installation and for obtaining necessary Railroad power and track outages and turning the workover to the Railroad for its use as specified.

3. Information contained within this Section shall be coordinated with the contract drawings.

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D. Design [SUPPLIER]: Product basic design drawings show instruction sheets, general arrangements, assembly drawings, schematic drawings, sub-assemblies and components. The construction design drawings are based on field measurements, aerial survey and Amtrak information and apply the basic design rules. Both basic design and construction design drawings shall be applied and followed for installation [CONTRACTOR].

E. Construction Coordination [CONTRACTOR]: Installation work shall be closely coordinated with the track occupancy restrictions as defined in the project Specifications. The work schedule may require track occupancy for checking offsets and track superelevation, and allowance shall be made for this operation.

F. General Requirements:

1. The designed service life of these facilities shall be 50 years.

2. Where a specific manufacturer is listed, an approved equal shall only be acceptable upon

MBTA review.

1.2 RELATED WORK

1. Section 01300 – SUBMITTALS

2. Section 16050 – BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

3. Section 16125-ET – 25KV OCS GROUNDING AND BONDING

4. Section 16131-ET – 25KV OCS STRUCTURES AND METAL FABRICATION

5. Section 16132-ET – 25KV OCS CATENARY FOUNDATIONS AND ANCHORS

6. Section 16960-ET – TESTING & COMMISSIONING

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Functional Tests [SUPPLIER]

1. As and when applicable provide certificates of compliance for functional tests performed on each assembly component. Tests shall demonstrate that the equipment will perform correctly for its intended application.

B. Shop Drawings [SUPPLIER]

1. Shop drawings shall be submitted prior to fabrication.

C. Certification [SUPPLIER]

1. A manufacturer's certification shall be furnished, verifying that the conductors, cable, wire rope, hardware, switches, and insulators have been designed, manufactured, inspected and tested in accordance with applicable portions of the referenced standards and these

Specifications.

D. Test Reports [SUPPLIER]

1. Provide certified copies of manufacturer's test reports for the specific conductors or equipment furnished.

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1.4 SCHEDULE OF REFERENCES

A. Publications: Technical documents and publications are applicable to the extent cited in the

Specifications.

1. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC):

Manual of Steel Construction, Seventh Edition

Specifications for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts

2. American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI):

C1035 to C1045 SBQ Forged Steel

Types 302 and 304 Stainless Steel

3. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

B1.1 Unified Inch Screw Threads

B18.2.1 Square and Hex Bolts and Screws, Including Askew Head Bolts, Hex

Cap Screws, and Lag Screws

B18.2.2 Square and Hex Nuts

B18.22.1 Plain Washers

B18.23.1 Beveled Washers or equivalent

C2 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)

C29.1 Test Methods for Electrical Power Insulators including Addenda

C29.1a and C29.2a

C29.2 Wet Process Porcelain Insulators (Suspension Type)

C29.7 Wet Process Porcelain Insulators (High-Voltage Line-Post Type), including Supplement C29.7a

C29.8 Wet Process Porcelain Insulators (Apparatus, Cap and Pin Type)

C37.34 Test Code for High-Voltage Air Switches

C76.1 Outdoor Apparatus Bushings, Requirements and Test Code for

C92.1 Power Systems - Insulation Coordination

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

A27 Mild to Medium-Strength Carbon-Steel Castings

A47 Malleable Iron Castings

A123 Zinc Coating (Hot Dip) on Iron and Steel Products

A153 Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware

A307 Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60,000 psi Tensile Strength

A313 Chromium-Nickel Stainless and Heat Resisting Steel Spring Wire

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A325 High Strength Bolts for Structural Steel Joints, Including Suitable

Nuts and Plain Hardened Washers

A368 Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Wire Strand

A449 Quenched and Tempered Steel Bolts and Studs

A475 Zinc-Coated Steel Wire Strand

A492 Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Rope Wire

A493 Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel for Cold Heading and Cold

Forging-Bar and Wire

A518 Corrosion-Resistant High Silicon Cast Iron

A536 Ductile Iron Castings

A555 Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Wire, General Requirements

A563 Carbon Steel Nuts

A668 Steel Forgings, Carbon and Alloy, for General Industrial Use

A711 Carbon and Alloy Steel Blooms, Billets, and Slabs for Forgings

B1 Hard-Drawn Copper Wire

B3 Soft or Annealed Copper Wire

B8 Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper

Conductors, Hard, Medium-Hard, or Soft

B29 Pig Lead

B47 Copper Trolley Wire (in conjunction with QA/P.11 A)

B148 Aluminum-Bronze Sand Castings

B173 Rope-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors Having Concentric-Stranded

Members, for Electrical Conductors

B179 Aluminum Alloys in Ingot Form for Sand Castings, Permanent Mold

Castings and Die Castings

B187 Copper Bus Bar, Rod and Shapes

B189 Standard Specification for Lead-Coated and Lead- Alloy-Coated Soft

Copper Wire for Electrical Purposes

B227 Standard Specification for Hard Drawn Copper Clad Steel Wire

B228 Standard Specification for Concentric Lay Stranded Copper Clad

Steel Conductors

B232 Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum

Conductors, Coated-Steel Reinforced (ACSR)

B248 General Requirements for Wrought Copper and Copper-Alloy Plate, Sheet, Strips and Rolled Bar

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B249 General Requirements for Wrought Copper and Copper-Alloy Rod, Bar and Shapes

B415 Standard Specification for Hard Drawn Aluminum-Clad Steel Wire

B584 Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications

C150 Portland Cement

C151 Autoclave Expansion of Portland Cement, Test for

D116 Vitrified Ceramic Materials for Electrical Applications, Testing

F436 Hardened Steel Washers for use with High Strength Bolts

F467 Nonferrous Nuts for General Use.

F468 Nonferrous Bolts, Hex Cap Screws and Studs for General Use

F593 Stainless Steel Bolts, Hex Cap Screws, and Studs

F594 Stainless Steel Nuts

5. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA):

Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway

Projects

6. Federal Specifications (FS):

MIL-W-83420 D Wire Rope, Flexible, for Aircraft Control

7. Insulated Cable Engineering Association (ICEA):

S-19-81 Rubber Insulated Wire and Cable for Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy

S-68-516 Ethylene-Propylene-Rubber-Insulated Wire and Cable for

Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy

8. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE):

80 Guide for Safety in Alternating Current Substation Grounding

81 Ground Resistance and Potential Gradients in the Earth, Recommended Guide for

Measuring

142 IEEE Recommended Practice for Grounding of Industrial and Commercial Power

Systems

383 Class 1E Electrical Cables, Field Splices and Connections for Nuclear Power

Generating Stations

9. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

250 Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Maximum)

ICS 1 General Standards for Industrial Control and Systems

ICS 2 Industrial Control Devices, Controllers and Assemblies

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SG 5 Power Switchgear Assemblies

HV-1 Insulators, High-Voltage

WC-7 Cross-Linked-Thermosetting-Polyethylene-Insulated Wire and Cable for the Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy (ICEA S-

66-524)

10. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

70 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), Current Edition

78 Lightning Protection Code

11. Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

467 Grounding and Bonding Equipment

1581 Reference Standard for Electrical Wires, Cables and Flexible Cords

12. Federal, State and Local Authorities: All applicable codes and regulations.

13. American Railway Engineering and Maintenance Association (AREMA).

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The Conductor Rail shall be installed and adjusted over the rails in such a manner that transition from catenary system to conductor rail will result in a smooth transition for the pantograph

[CONTRACTOR]. The Conductor Rail shall be installed by the CONTRACTOR per the manufacturer’s instructions.

B. For the installation [CONTRACTOR] of the new conductor rail system, refer to Item 16131-ET

– 25KV OCS STRUCTURES AND METAL FABRICATION.

C. Fabrication [SUPPLIER] and installation [CONTRACTOR] of supporting steel and associated hardware, including compression plates, dead end plates, supporting channels, bent plates, and any other items necessary to furnish a functioning system, shall be included under Item 16131-

ET – 25KV OCS STRUCTURES AND METAL FABRICATION.

D. The SUPPLIER’s certificate of compliance shall accompany each shipment. As a minimum, it shall contain the following:

1. Product name

2. Drawing number and revision or date. Serial numbers (if required).

3. Quantity

4. Purchase order number

5. List of specifications to which the product was produced.

6. SUPPLIER’s name and address.

7. Signature and title of recognized quality assurance authority.

8. Test reports shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval.

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1.6 DELIVERY [SUPPLIER], STORAGE, AND HANDLING [CONTRACTOR]

A. Materials shall be protected against damage in ordinary handling and shipping. Each reel shall have a strong, weatherproof tag securely fastened to it showing the physical and mechanical properties as well as steel type designation, MIL-W-83420 D designation and the name and mark of the manufacturer, description, weight of reel and length of cable.

B. Shipping shall be in accordance with MBTA terms & conditions.

C. Delivery shall be to a facility in or near Boston, Massachusetts as directed by the Project.

D. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for off-loading the equipment at the facility and the storage of equipment.

E. SUPPLIER shall provide clear storage instructions that will ensure the equipment is safely stored ready for later installation by the CONTRACTOR. Instructions shall indicate indoor/outdoor storage requirements.

F. Copper clad wire shall not be used for tension applications.

G. Copper clad steel wire used for grounding purposes in non-tension applications shall be dead soft annealed.

1.7 WARRANTY

A. Special Installer's Warranty [CONTRACTOR]: Installer’s standard form in which Installer agrees to repair or replace elastomeric joint sealants that do not comply with performance and other requirements specified in this Section within specified warranty period.

1. Warranty Period: Two years from date of Substantial Completion.

B. Special Manufacturer's Warranty [SUPPLIER]: Manufacturer's standard form in which elastomeric sealant manufacturer agrees to furnish elastomeric joint sealants to repair or replace those that do not comply with performance and other requirements specified in this Section within specified warranty period.

1. Warranty Period: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.

C. Special warranties specified in this Article exclude deterioration or failure of elastomeric joint sealants from the following:

1. Movement of the structure resulting in stresses on the sealant exceeding sealant manufacturer's written specifications for sealant elongation and compression caused by structural settlement or errors attributable to design or construction.

2. Disintegration of joint substrates from natural causes exceeding design specifications.

3. Mechanical damage caused by individuals, tools, or other outside agents.

4. Changes in sealant appearance caused by accumulation of dirt or other atmospheric contaminants.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS – SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE-----

A. Materials specified in Section 16050 shall be used in the OCS where applicable. In case of conflict between requirements specified in Section 16050 and this Section 16130-ET, the provisions of this Section shall prevail.

2.2 BARE CONDUCTORS

A. The work specified in this Article includes furnishing [SUPPLIER] the main OCS conductors such as jumper-wire, bare negative feeder-wire and static wire, as shown on the Drawings

JVCA2806 and specified herein. Messenger wire and contact wire will be supplied by Amtrak.

B. All material shall be of such composition, quality, and purity, that the finished product will have the properties and characteristics described in this Specification.

C. For installation [CONTRACTOR] see Section 3.0.

D. Negative Feeder Wire: 636 mcm aluminum conductor, steel reinforced, Grosbeak, conforming to ASTM B232.

E. Equalizing Jumpers: 167.8 mcm (3/0 AWG) annealed copper wire, stranded, bare, flexible, conforming to ASTM B173, Class G.

F. Feeding and Continuity Jumpers: 300 mcm annealed copper wire, stranded, bare, flexible, conforming to ASTM B173, Class G.

G. Static Wire: Aluminum conductor, steel reinforced (ACSR), 4/0 AWG, bare, Penguin, conforming to ASTM B232.

H. Hanger Wire: No. 6 AWG medium Cadmium bronze alloy 80 (B105), stranded, bare, and non-destrandable, conforming to ASTM B8, Class D or conforming to the requirements specified on the drawing JVCA2806.

I. Performance: The physical, mechanical and electrical properties of the conductors shall conform to the requirements of this Specification to the requirements of drawing JVCA2806, and the pertinent provisions of the Standards referenced in this Section.

J. Inspection and Testing [Supplier]:

1. Amtrak and MBTA reserves the right to witness the manufacture, testing and packing of all conductors, and shall be notified not less than 10 days in advance of manufacturing and testing operations. Any stock materials for which this is not practical shall be identified on the submittal.

2. All conductors shall be subject to factory quality control tests to be completed by the

SUPPLIER as required in the applicable standards. Certified copies of test reports shall be submitted by the SUPPLIER prior to shipment. In addition to other specified submittals, copy of the test report shall be packed with each reel.

K. Packaging and Marking [SUPPLIER]:

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1. All conductors shall be shipped on reels, suitable for the weight of the conductors and the conductors shall be protected from injury. The diameter of reels shall be sufficiently large to eliminate difficulty with waves or kinks when the conductor is strung.

2. Reels shall be constructed of sound materials and shall afford proper protection to the cable during shipment and handling. Cable ordered as spare cable shall be on metallic reels, weatherproofed for long term storage.

3. After the conductor is placed on the reels in the factory, but before shipment, a black paint stripe shall be placed across the final wrap.

2.3 CONDUCTOR RAIL [CONTRACTOR]

A. Work under this Section consists of the installation and furnishing of a new conductor rail system

(also known as the rigid OCS) as indicated in the contract Drawings with all associated components, assemblies, steel, and associated hardware required to produce a complete and functioning system.

B. Materials: The rigid OCS consists of an aluminum alloy extrusion supported and regulated by insulated assemblies at regular intervals. A hard-drawn copper contact wire shall be at the bottom of the aluminum extrusion to provide a smooth surface for the pantograph so that power can be collected for Railroad vehicles.

2.4 BARE WIRE AND WIRE ROPE

A. The work specified in this Article includes furnishing [SUPPLIER] stainless steel, aluminum clad steel wire and wire rope for use as catenary stay wire, single contact wire suspension for the OCS, and lead wire for balance weight assemblies, as shown on the Drawings and specified herein. For installation [CONTRACTOR], see Articles 3.11 and 3.19.

B. Materials: Stainless steel wire shall be manufactured and tested [SUPPLIER] in accordance with

MIL-W-83420 B. The physical and mechanical properties of the stainless-steel wire rope and solid stainless-steel wire shall conform to the appropriate tables of the standards referenced in

Article 1.05 of this Section. Stainless steel wire shall be Type 304.

C. Type: Stainless steel wire and wire rope shall be of the following type:

D. Cantilever Stay Wires and Bridles: 3/16-inch diameter, 7x19 construction, 3,700 lbs. breaking strength according to MIL-W-83420 B.

E. Delivery and Marking [SUPPLIER]: Materials shall be protected against damage in ordinary handling and shipping. Each reel shall have a strong, weatherproof tag securely fastened to it showing the physical and mechanical properties as well as steel type designation, MIL-W-83420

D designation and the name and mark of the manufacturer, description, weight of reel and length of cable.

F. Copper clad wire shall not be used for tension applications.

G. Copper clad steel wire used for grounding purposes in non-tension applications shall be dead soft annealed.

H. Copper clad steel conductor shall be 40 percent conductivity for all applications.

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I. Aluminum Clad Steel Wire: Aluminum clad steel wire shall be used for down-guy leads and messenger wires as shown on the Drawings. Aluminum clad steel wire shall be manufactured by the continuous extrusion method with high purity aluminum on high strength steel wire.

Properties of aluminum clad steel wire shall be in accordance with ASTM B415-81.

2.5 ASSEMBLIES, FITTINGS AND HARDWARE [SUPPLIER]

A. The work specified in this Article includes furnishing of sub-assemblies, fittings and hardware for cantilevers, registration arms, pull offs/push offs, and other components required as part of the OCS hardware, as shown on the Drawings and specified herein. For installation see Part 3 of this Section.

B. Materials shall be selected for each of the required assemblies, based on the performance requirements, working loads and basic dimensions as shown on the Drawings and specified herein.

Cantilever arm fittings are shown and dimensioned on the drawings. In general, cantilever arm sub-assemblies of components shall be furnished according to the dimensions and configurations shown. Minor variations in dimensions and configuration of components may be allowed so long as the integrity of the assembled cantilever arm is not sacrificed. All proposed variations in cantilever components are subject to the approval of the Engineer of Record, Amtrak, and the

MBTA.

For standard product sub-assembly and components, the Drawings indicate critical and specific dimensional requirements. Manufacturing tolerances shall be based on the recognized standards in the industry. In general, tolerance for cantilever arm hardware shall be plus or minus 1/32 inch.

Internal parts (i.e. pins, eye fittings, etc.) shall be minus. External parts (i.e. clevis ends, hole dimensions, pipe clamps) shall be plus.

Manufacturing tolerances for components which are not standard products of recognized manufacturers (i.e. draft angles, etc.) are subject to review and approval prior to production.

Manufacturers shall utilize recognized quality control measures such as ‘go’ - ‘no go’ gauges to ensure the functionality of the end products.

All cantilever arm fittings shall be furnished by a manufacturer with a proven record of five or more years of experience in the production of cantilever arm fittings.

C. General: Material for fittings shall comply with the description in the applicable Standards referenced in these Specifications. Substitutions shall only be submitted to Amtrak for approval if the performance requirements of the Specifications are satisfied.

D. Malleable Iron: Fittings or components made of malleable iron shall be Grade 32510 or better and shall conform to ASTM A47 or ASTM specified on the approved shop drawings. All components and fittings shall be galvanized in accordance with ASTM A153.

E. Forged Steel: Material for forged steel shall comply with AISI Types C-1035 to C-1045 SBQ and ASTM A711 or A668 or ASTM specified on the approved shop drawings. All components and fittings shall be galvanized in accordance with ASTM A153.

F. Balance Weights: Gray cast iron or ductile iron.

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G. Ductile Iron: Fittings or components requiring higher yield strength shall be of ductile iron, Grade 60.40.18 or better and shall conform to ASTM A536 or ASTM specified on the approved shop drawings. All fittings and components shall be galvanized in accordance with ASTM A153.

H. Stainless Steel: Stainless Steel hardware shall be AISI Type 302 or 304.

I. Non-Ferrous Metals: Grounding components shall be the Manufacturer's standard items.

Copper alloys for fittings and components shall comply with ASTM B584.

J. Copper Alloy: All copper components shall conform to ASTM B248 or B249 or ASTM specified on the approved shop drawings.

K. Aluminum Bronze: All aluminum/bronze castings shall conform with ASTM B148 & B179 or

ASTM specified on the approved shop drawings.

L. Cantilever Arm Pipe: Shall be per ASTM A53 type S Grade B, hot dip galvanized. For pipe sizes see JVCB03xx series drawings.

M. Aluminum Pipe (or tube): For steady arms and other mechanical applications shall be of the dimensions and schedules shown on the drawings. Aluminum pipe shall be extruded, alloy 6061-

T6 for mechanical applications, and alloy 6063-T6 for electrical purposes such as tubular bus.

N. Manufacture and Performance:

1. The designated metals shall be produced by an approved method that will meet the requirements of the specified ASTM standards and this Specification.

2. Castings shall be of uniform quality and shall be made in such a manner that the material of the casting conforms to the chemical and mechanical properties prescribed in the applicable ASTM standards, as well as to dimensions indicated on the shop drawings in conformance with detailed construction drawings.

O. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance:

1. The castings shall be free of adhering sand, visual cracks, surface porosity and shrinkage.

2. The dimensional accuracy of castings and forgings shall be verified.

3. Casting repairs shall be permitted only to the extent allowed by ASTM standards.

P. Marking and Shipping:

1. The identification mark of the foundry and the pattern numbers assigned by the SUPPLIER shall be cast into all castings, of sufficient size, in such a position that they will not interfere with the further processing and serviceability of the casting. Additionally, any molds made for the project shall include the assigned Amtrak stock numbers.

2. Castings shall be packed in accordance with the best commercial practice, adequate to ensure acceptance and safe delivery.

2.6 FASTENERS [SUPPLIER]

A. The work specified in this Article includes furnishing various types of fasteners (bolts, nuts and washers) for general use and structural connections on the OCS, as shown on the Drawings and specified herein.

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B. Ferrous Metal Fasteners:

1. Material: The material for ferrous metal fasteners not specifically called out shall comply with the applicable portions of the referenced standards, or where not covered in referenced standards shall be commercial products of proven performance in similar service as this system.

2. Structural Joint and Fitting Connections: Ferrous fasteners used with structural connections and fittings shall comply with ASTM A325.

3. U-Bolt and Stud Connections: U-bolts and studs shall comply with ASTM A449. Washers shall comply with ASTM F436, and nuts shall comply with ASTM A563, Grade B.

4. Galvanizing: Ferrous fasteners shall be galvanized in accordance with ASTM A153, Grade

C.

C. Stainless Steel Fasteners:

1. Stainless steel bolts, studs, nuts and washers shall be used for connections between ferrous and nonferrous metals, and in other applications as shown on the Drawings.

2. Stainless steel bolts and studs shall comply with ASTM F593. Stainless steel nuts shall comply with ASTM F594.

D. Nonferrous Metal Fasteners:

1. Nonferrous metal fasteners shall be manufactured from material conforming with the applicable portions of the referenced standards.

2. Nonferrous bolts and studs shall comply with ASTM F468. Nonferrous nuts shall comply with ASTM F467. Nonferrous washers and lock-washers shall be the manufacturer's standard product.

E. Bolted Connections:

1. Bolted connections using standard fasteners in accordance with ASTM A307 shall conform to the applicable requirements of AISC specification for structural joints using ASTM

A307 bolts.

2. Bolted connections using high tensile strength bolts in accordance with ASTM A325 shall conform to the applicable requirements of AISC specification for structural joints using

ASTM A325 or A490 bolts.

F. Galvanizing: Bolts, nuts, washers, anchors and other items of iron or steel hardware shall be hot-dipped galvanized as follows:

1. Perform galvanizing in accordance with ASTM A153, as applicable. The weight of the zinc coating shall be not less than 1.25 ounces per square foot.

2. Threads of bolts and nuts shall be standard size before galvanizing and the nuts shall be oversized to allow for galvanizing of the bolts’ thread. Nuts and bolts shall conform to

ASTM A325 and A563 requirements. Thread of galvanized nuts shall not be galvanized.

3. Hardware items furnished already galvanized shall be delivered with the necessary certificates of conformance with ASTM A153 and the required zinc coating specified.

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2.7 CATENARY SUPPORT INSULATORS

A. Unless otherwise specified, the catenary support insulators shall be either ceramic, glass or composite. The insulators shall allow for alternating currents of 27.5 kV nominal voltage phase-to-ground, 60 Hz frequency.

B. General Requirements: All equipment shall fulfill its required function for a working life of 50 years and operate satisfactorily without need for attention more frequently than once every year, or as infrequently as reasonable.

C. General Characteristics: Insulators shall meet the following general characteristics particular to the project.

1. Climatic Conditions:

Ambient temperature - Minimum: -10oF (-23.4oC)

Ambient temperature - Maximum: 100oF (+37.8oC)

Humidity - Relative: 67%

- Maximum: 95% (assumed)

Wind Speed - Maximum: 80 mph (129 km/h) no ice, 40 mph (65 km/h) with 0.5 in

(12.7 mm) radial ice

Environment - Area 1: Saline Atmosphere from New Haven (MP 74) to West-erly (MP 140)

Area 2: Normal Atmosphere from MP 140 to MP 229

2. Electrical Characteristics:

Frequency: Nominal 60 Hz

Maximum voltage (phase to ground): 27.5 kV

Minimal nominal leakage distance:

Area 2: 30 in. (762 mm)

Area 1: 43 in. (1093 mm)

Impulse withstand voltage:

(according to ANSI C29.1)

For a minimal leakage distance of 30 in.

(see note 1): 250 kV

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Low frequency rated 1 min. dry withstand voltage:

(see note 1): 120 kV

Low frequency rated 10 sec. wet withstand voltage:

(see note 1): 100kV

Note 1: The SUPPLIER shall propose the minimum electrical values for its insulator corresponding to a 43-inch minimum leakage distance. These values for a 43-inch creepage distance insulator shall be higher than the values of the proposed 30-inch creepage distance insulator.

Note 2: The SUPPLIER shall list the following characteristics for both the 30 inch and 43-inch creepage distance insulators:

- Dry arcing distance (according to ANSI C29.1)

- RIV test voltage (according to ANSI C29.1)

- Maximum RIV at 1KHz (according to ANSI C29.1)

- Critical Impulse positive flashover voltage (1.2-50 μs wave according to ANSI

C29-1)

- Critical Impulse negative flashover voltage (1.2-50 μs wave according to ANSI

C29-1)

3. Mechanical Characteristics:

Safety margin in tension (minimum) 3

Safety margin in bending (minimum) 3

Minimum failing bending moment quoted in specification is throughout the length of in-sulator.

Insulators and matching hardware and fittings shall provide for maximum vandal re-sistance.

Higher safety margins proposed by the manufacturer are invited, particularly for composite insulators.

D. Reference Standards:

1. The Manufacturer shall list its standards and publications of reference and shall clearly identify its testing standards for each type of insulator.

2. The main Publications to account for are:

a. ANSI: C29.1 up to C29.9, C2, C92.1

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b. IEEE

c. ASTM

d. d. IEC

E. Types:

1. This Specification covers the following insulators:

a. Strut pipe insulators

b. Tunnel insulator for special reduced system height

c. Top pipe insulator

d. Anchoring insulator

e. In-running insulator

f. Messenger insulator for section insulator

g. Horizontal (stand-off) negative feeder insulator

h. Vertical negative feeder insulator - bottom clamp attachment

i. Vertical negative feeder insulator - top clamp attachment

j. Double ended insulator for pipe mounting

2. Each insulator has its own electrical, mechanical and dimensional characteristics. The insulating unit shall be composed of ceramic, glass or composite, unless otherwise specified in the description of the particular insulator.

F. Strut Pipe Insulators:

1. Insulators shall conform to general characteristics (Paragraph C above) as well as the following specific requirements:

a. Drawing of the Insulators: See drawing JVCB0406.

b. Specific Requirements:

1) Electrical characteristics: (Refer to General Characteristics Subparagraph

C.2).

2) Mechanical Characteristics: See Drawing JVCB0406.

3) Dimensional Characteristics: Maximum nominal diameter of the insulator part 10.5 inch. (267 mm)

(see additional information on drawing JVCB0406)

c. Standards of Reference and Testing: Refer to Paragraph D.

2. End Caps: The end caps will be cast according to ASTM A47. The material shall be ductile iron, ASTM A536 or malleable iron of grade 3210, or equivalent materials and grades specified on the approved shop drawings.

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3. Protection: The end caps in ductile iron shall be protected by hot galvanization in accordance with ASTM A153. The minimum weight shall be 2.0 oz. per square foot.

4. Installation Instructions: All required instructions for field installation [CONTRACTOR] of the insulators are to be provided by the manufacturer [SUPPLIER].

G. Top Pipe Insulators:

1. The catenary insulators for top strut pipes shall be glass, ceramic or composite insulators.

2. Insulators shall conform to the general characteristics (Paragraph C above) as well as the following specific requirements:

a. Drawing of the insulators: See drawing JVCB0407.

b. Specific Requirements:

1) Electrical Characteristics: Refer to General Characteristics (Subparagraph

C.2).

2) Mechanical Characteristics: See drawing JVCB0407.

3) Dimensional Characteristics: Maximum nominal diameter of the insulator part - 10.5 inch (267 mm)

(See additional information on drawing JVCB0407).

c. Standards of Reference and Testing: Refer to Paragraph D.

3. End Caps: The material shall be ductile Iron ASTM A536 or malleable iron of grade 3210, or equivalent materials and grades specified on the approved shop drawings.

4. Protection: The end caps in ductile iron would be protected by hot galvanization in accordance with ASTM A153. The minimum weight shall be 2.0 oz. per square foot.

H. Anchoring Insulators:

1. The anchoring insulators are for use with feeders, midpoint guys, messenger and contact wires.

2. The anchoring (strain) insulators shall be glass, ceramic or composite insulators.

3. Insulators shall conform to the general characteristics (Paragraph C above) as well as the following specific requirements:

a. Drawing of the Insulators: See drawing JVCC0406.

b. Specific Requirements:

1) Electrical Characteristics: Refer to General Characteristics (Subparagraph

C.2).

2) Mechanical Characteristics: See Drawing JVCC0406.

3) Dimensional Characteristics: See Drawing JVCC0406.

c. Standards of Reference and Testing: Refer to Paragraph D.

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4. End Caps: The material shall be ductile iron ASTM A536 or malleable iron of grade 3210, or equivalent materials and grades specified on the approved shop drawings.

5. Protection: The end caps in Ductile Iron would be protected by hot galvanization in accordance with ASTM A153. The minimum weight shall be 2.0 oz. per square foot.

6. Installation Instructions: All required instructions for field installation [CONTRACTOR] of the insulators are to be provided by the manufacturer [SUPPLIER].

I. In-Running Insulators:

1. The catenary in-running insulators are used in insulated overlaps to sectionalize the contact wires. They shall not normally be in-running. Contact with a passing pantograph will only occur under abnormal conditions, such as a pantograph with malfunctioning vertical articulation.

2. Insulators shall conform to general characteristics (Paragraph C above) as well as the following specific requirements:

a. Drawing of the Insulators: See drawing JVCC0407.

b. Specific Requirements:

1) Electrical Characteristics: Refer to General Characteristics (Subparagraph

C.2).

2) Mechanical Characteristics: See drawing JVCC0407.

3) Dimensional Characteristics: See drawing JVCC0407.

c. Standards of Reference and Testing: Refer to Paragraph D.

3. Installation Instructions: All required instructions for field installation [CONTRACTOR] of the insulators are to be provided by the manufacturer [SUPPLIER].

J. Messenger Insulator for Section Insulator:

1. The messenger insulator shall be a composite type insulator.

2. Insulator shall conform to general characteristics (Paragraph C above) as well as the following specific requirements.

a. Drawing of the Insulator: see drawing JVCC0405.

b. Specific Requirements:

1) Electrical Characteristics: Refer to General Characteristics (subparagraph

C.2.)

2) Mechanical Characteristics: Minimal breaking loads, see drawing JVCC0405.

3) Dimensional Characteristics: See drawing JVCC0405.

c. Standards of Reference and Testing: Refer to Paragraph D.

3. End Caps: The material shall be ductile iron ASTM A536 or malleable iron of grade 3210, or equivalent materials and grades specified on the approved shop drawings.

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4. Protection: The end caps in ductile iron shall be protected by hot galvanization in accordance with ASTM A153. The minimum weight shall be 2.0 oz. per square foot.

5. Installation Instructions: All required instructions for field installation [CONTRACTOR] of the insulators are to be provided by the manufacturer [SUPPLIER].

K. Horizontal Negative Feeder Insulators:

1. The negative (25 kV nominal phase to ground) feeder insulator shall be glass, ceramic or composite insulator.

2. Negative feeder insulators may be horizontal as shown on the…