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DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS SECTION 02 82 13.WVA ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

Revised: 07/18/2018

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

This Section specifies the requirements for contractor bid when removing and disposing asbestos-containing materials (ACM).

The results of testing for ACM are listed in the Building Asbestos Survey Report. The Bulk Samples are representative of like materials in the Work area. All ACM may not have been sampled.

1.2 WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

This specification is referenced by the primary project. All work performed under this specification section shall be in conformance with the overall project Contract Documents.

1.3 ITEMS OF WORK

The contractor shall review the project Contract Documents, the Building Asbestos Survey Report, and the project site. Submit any discrepancies to the Contracting Officer, in writing, immediately upon discovery.

The Contractor shall submit a detailed work plan for the removal of all ACM as identified in the project Contract Documents, as required to achieve the final work result of the primary project scope, per Industrial Code Rule 56 (ICR-56).

The contractor shall remove the ACM per the submitted work plan, in accordance with ICR-56 and the requirements of this specification section.

1.4 REFERENCES

1.4.1 Watervliet Information for Contractors (WAIC).

1.4.2 New York State Department of Labor (DOL): Industrial Code Rule 56.

1.4.3 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Asbestos Regulations (29 CFR Part 1926.1101).

1.4.4 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA): National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants; Asbestos NESHAP Revision; Final

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1.4.5 Asbestos Emergency Response Act (AHERA) (40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E).

1.5 SUBMITTALS

a. Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Materials (SDS)

b. Signed Contractor Asbestos Notification Form

c. Signed Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Notification Acknowledgement Record

d. Contractor Prepared Asbestos Abatement Work Plan

e. Detailed Sketch of Abatement Area

f. DOH Certificate of Asbestos Safety Training for Employees (DOH-2832).

g. Contractor’s Asbestos Handling License and Phone Number

h. Contractor's Physician Written Opinion

i. Contractor's Respirator Fit Test Results

j. Asbestos Waste Shipment Records

k. Weight Bills and Delivery Tickets

l. Consolidated Final Clearance Evaluation Package

m. Digital Copy of Contractor’s Record Documents and Project Data Binder.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.6.1 Work Plan

Before the physical abatement Work begins, the Contractor shall prepare a detailed asbestos abatement work plan.

a. The work plan shall include, but not be limited to, work procedures, types of equipment, details of equipment used, decontamination unit locations, crew size, and emergency procedures for fire and medical emergencies and for failure of containment barriers.

b. Provide a detailed sketch of the abatement area showing at minimum: extents of work area, location and layout of decontamination unit(s), critical barriers, and negative air equipment.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

2.1.1 All products and materials shall be provided in accordance with ICR-56.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 NOTIFICATION

The contractor shall follow all requirements of NESHAP and ICR-56 for notification to the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the NYS Asbestos Control Bureau of the Department of Labor’s Division of Safety and Health. The WVA Contracting Officer must approve the notifications before forwarding to these agencies. NYS is not expected to respond to the notification, and the US Government is not required to pay the nonrefundable notification fee to NYS so the contractor shall not pay those fees when making the notification.

3.2 HANDLING AND REMOVAL PROCEDURES Comply with all requirements of ICR-56.

3.3 CLEAN UP PROCEDURE Comply with all requirements of ICR-56.

3.4 PROJECT AIR SAMPLING, MONITORING AND ANALYSIS

3.4.1 Project Monitor

The Watervliet Arsenal will hire an independent (not associated with this asbestos abatement contractor) OSHA Competent and NYS Certified Asbestos Project Monitor. The Project Monitor will oversee compliance with the requirements of this contract. The Project Monitor reports directly to the Watervliet Arsenal.

The asbestos abatement contractor shall only perform asbestos abatement, including project mobilization and demobilization, when the NYS Certified Asbestos Project Monitor is on-site.

3.5 FINAL CLEANING AND CLEARANCE PROCEDURES Comply with all requirements of ICR-56.

3.5.2 Project Monitor Visual Inspection

The Government will employ the services of a DOL certified asbestos project monitor employed by an independent testing laboratory to perform visual inspection as required by ICR 56.

3.5.3 Final Clearance Air Sampling

The Project COR will receive an affidavit from the air monitoring laboratory certifying the final air samples comply with the standards of ICR-56.

The contractor shall not remove final isolation barriers until the Project COR provides the concurrence to do so.

3.5.4 Dismantling of Regulated Abatement Work Area

Contractor’s Supervisor shall certify in writing to the Contracting Officer that abatement work is complete and no debris/residue remains.

3.6 DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIAL AND RELATED DEBRIS

All generated waste removed from the site must be documented, accounted for and disposed of in compliance with the requirements of USEPA NESHAP.

3.7 RESTORATION

Remove temporary decontamination facilities and restore area designated for these facilities to its original condition or better. Where existing work is damaged or contaminated, restore work to its original condition or better.

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SECTION 09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 REFERENCES

The publications referenced within this specification are referred to by the basic designation only.

A. ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

a. C1047 (2010a) Standard Specification for Accessories for Gypsum Wallboard and Gypsum Veneer Base

b. C1396/C1396M (2011) Standard Specification for Gypsum Board

c. C475/C475M (2002; R 2007) Joint Compound and Joint Tape for Finishing Gypsum Board

d. C645 (2011a) Standard Specification for Nonstructural Steel Framing Members

e. C840 (2008) Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board

f. C954 (2010) Steel Drill Screws for the Application of Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Steel Studs from 0.033 in. (0.84 mm) to 0.112 in. (2.84 mm) in Thickness

B. GYPSUM ASSOCIATION (GA)

a. GA 214 (2007) Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish

b. GA 216 (2010) Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with the Statement of Work, SUBMITTALS:

a. SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

1. Material Safety Data Sheets

b. SD-03 Product Data

1. Gypsum Board

2. Accessories

3. Studs, Tracks, Furring and Fasteners

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2.01 MATERIALS

A. Gypsum wallboard manufacturers

a. United States Gypsum Company

b. National Gypsum Company

c. G-P Gypsum Corporation

B. Gypsum wallboard

a. ASTM C1396/C1396M, Type X, 48 inch wide, 5/8 inch thick unless otherwise notes, non-sag for ceiling installations, tapered edges.

C. Joint Treatment Materials

a. ASTM C475/C475M, SHEETROCK or Durabond Joint System.

D. Fasteners

a. ASTM C 954, steel type S-12 bugle head screws for fastening gypsum board to steel framing members 0.033 to 0.112 inches thick. Except where shown or specified, select fasteners of type, size, style, grade, and class required for secure installation of framing and furring. Galvanize all fasteners and accessories.

E. Accessories

a. ASTM C1047. Fabricate from corrosion protected steel or plastic designed for intended use. Accessories manufactured with paper flanges are not acceptable. Flanges shall be free of dirt, grease, and other materials that may adversely affect bond of joint treatment.

F. Metal Framing Studs

a. ASTM C645, [6] inch wide, [16] inch o.c., 20 gage galvanized steel with additional framing members, reinforcing, accessories, and anchors necessary for the complete framing system

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 APPLICATION OF GYPSUM BOARD

A. Apply gypsum board to framing and furring members with separate panels in moderate contact, do not force in place. Stagger end joints of adjoining panels. Neatly fit abutting end and edge joints. Use gypsum board of maximum practical length; select panel sizes to minimize waste. Cut out gypsum board to make neat, close, and tight joints around openings.

B. In vertical application of gypsum board, provide panels in lengths required to reach full height of vertical surfaces in one continuous piece.

C. Surfaces of gypsum board and substrate members may be bonded together with an adhesive. Treat edges of cutouts for plumbing pipes, screwheads, and joints with water-resistant compound as recommended by the gypsum board manufacturer.

D. Provide type of gypsum board for use in each system specified herein as indicated.

3.02 FINISHING OF GYPSUM BOARD

A. Tape and finish gypsum board in accordance with ASTM C840, GA 214 and GA 216. Unless otherwise specified, finish all gypsum board walls, partitions and ceilings to Level 4 in accordance with GA 214. Provide joint, fastener depression, and corner treatment. Tool joints as smoothly as possible to minimize sanding and dust.

B. Do not use fiber glass mesh tape with conventional drying type joint compounds; use setting or hardening type compounds only.

3.03 STEEL FRAMING

A. Installation

a. Align tracks accurately at floor and ceiling. Secure tracks as recommended by the framing manufacturer for the upper and lower construction involved, except do not exceed 24 inches o.c. spacing for nail or powder-driven fasteners, or 16 inches o.c for other types of attachment. Provide fasteners approximately 2 inches from corners and ends of tracks.

b. Position studs vertically and engage both upper and lower tracks. Space studs 16 inches on center, unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings. Fasten studs to track flanges with screws or by crimping.

c. Use full length studs between tracks wherever possible. If necessary, splice studs with a minimum 8 inch nested lap and fasten with two screws per stud flange.

d. Install additional studs to support inside corners at intersections and corners, and to support outside corners, terminations of partitions, and both sides of control joints (if any).

e. Terminate partitions at finish ceiling line unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings.

f. Install rough framing at openings consisting of full-length studs adjacent to jambs and horizontal header and sill tracks. Cut horizontal tracks to length and split flanges and bend webs at ends for flange overlap and screw to jamb studs. Install intermediate studs between jamb studs at head and sill sections, at same spacing as full-length studs.

g. At door frames, install rough framing as specified above. Install jamb studs to comply with framing manufacturer's recommendations for the types of frames and weights of doors required. Fasten jamb studs to metal frames with anchor clips using 2 self tapping screws or bolts per clip. Where wood frames are shown, fasten jamb studs to rough framing with screws.

h. Where double doors, or doors weighing more than 50 lb are shown or scheduled, install two studs at each jamb and one additional stud not more than 6 inches from jamb studs.

i. Where vertical control joints are shown at jamb lines, install additional vertical studs located on opening side of jambs and not less than 1/2 inch from jamb studs. Do not fasten the additional studs to tracks or jamb studs.

B. Tolerances

a. Do not exceed 1/8 inch in 8 feet variation from plumb or level in any exposed line or surface, except at joints between boards do not exceed 1/16 inch variation between planes or abutting edges or ends. Shim as required to comply with specified tolerances.

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SECTION 09 90 00 INTERIOR PAINTS AND COATINGS

1.01 REFERENCES

The publications referenced within this specification are referred to by the basic designation only.

A. ASTM International (ASTM) B. Master Painters Institute (MPI) C. Unified Facilities Guide Specification (UFGS)

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with the “Statement of Work - SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS”:

a. SD-03 Product Data

1. Sealant, Primer, Paint; G

b. SD-04 Samples

1. Color Swatches; G Submit manufacturer's samples of paint colors.

c. SD-08 Manufacturer’s Instructions

1. Manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

1.03 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A. Comply, at minimum, with manufacturer recommendations for space ventilation during and after installation.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. Primer

a. Primer shall be interior latex-based primer, low VOC, stain-blocking/stain-hiding formulation intended for the purpose of being applied over bare paper-faced drywall and unfinished wood. Color shall be white.

b. Provide substitute primer for unique surfaces or areas where the primer specified herein is not manufacturer approved for the application.

B. Paint

a. Paint shall be interior latex-based paint, low VOC, water based, with a color as selected by the Government upon submittal processing.

b. Provide substitute paint for unique surfaces or areas where the paint specified herein is not manufacturer approved for the application.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SURFACE PREPARATION

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A. Contractor shall remove all removable items from surfaces to be coated, and set aside during project work, to include outlet covers, door signs, switch covers, thermostat covers, operators etc. At completion of the project, all items shall be replaced in their original locations.

B. Contractor shall temporarily move any furniture that needs to be relocated for painting. Temporary locations to store will be coordinated with the COR and office occupants. All furniture must be moved back to the original position with no damage at the completion of the project.

C. Contractor shall follow all manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for prepping the surface for new primer and paint.

D. Paint shall be scraped from any areas where it is peeling or bubbling. The paint shall be removed to sound layer and to provide a proper base for the new coating.

E. Plaster and stucco shall be clean and free from loose matter; gypsum board shall be dry. Remove loose dirt and dust by brushing with a soft brush, rubbing with a dry cloth, or vacuum-cleaning prior to application of the first coat material. A damp cloth or sponge may be used if paint will be water-based.

F. Repair of Minor Defects: Prior to painting, repair joints, cracks, holes, surface irregularities, and other minor defects with patching plaster or spackling compound and sand smooth. Any corners that have been damaged or appear uneven shall be skim-coated and refinished.

3.02 APPLICATION

A. Contractor shall follow all manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for paint and primer. This is to include storage, mixing, application and dry times.

B. Contractor shall apply one coat of primer to all wall surfaces. Where one coat does not fully cover underlying paint color or does not fully cover uncoated surfaces, a second coat shall be applied.

C. Once primer has dried and is ready for paint covering, contractor shall paint surfaces. Paint application shall include a minimum of two (2) coats of paint. Wherever the prescribed number of coats does not sufficiently cover and hide existing marks, wherever there is “bleed through”, and wherever it appears that additional coats are necessary to properly cover the wall surfaces, the Contractor shall apply an additional coat of unthinned paint until smooth, opaque coverage is achieved.

D. At completion of painting, all painted surfaces shall appear smooth and evenly coated, with no bleed through. Windows, if painted, shall operate in the same manner as prior to project work. All removable items such as the clock, switch covers, outlet covers, etc. shall be returned to their original locations.

SECTION 26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Scope:

1. CONTRACTOR shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals shown, specified, and required to furnish and install identification for electrical apparatus and electrical Work.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 26 05 19, Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables.

2. Section 26 05 13, Medium Voltage Cables.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulatory Requirements:

1. NEC Article 110, Requirements for Electrical Installation.

2. NEC Article 210, Branch Circuits.

3. NEC Article 215, Feeders.

4. NEC Article 504, Intrinsically Safe Systems.

5. NEC Article 700, Emergency Systems.

6. NEC Article 701, Legally Required Standby Systems.

7. NEC Article 702, Optional Standby Systems.

8. 40 CFR 1910.145 (OSHA) – Specification for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags.

9. NFPA 70E, Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Action Submittals: Submit the following:

1. Shop Drawings: Submit the following:

a. Complete description and listing of proposed electrical identification and electrical identification devices for associated equipment or systems.

b. Conduit and wire identification numbering system and equipment signage.

2. Product Data:

a. Manufacturer’s literature, cut sheets, specifications, dimensions and technical data for all products proposed under this Section.

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PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURED UNITS

A. Engraved Identification Devices (Nameplates and Legend Plates):

1. Nameplates:

a. Laminated thermoset plastic, 1/16-inch thick, engraved condensed block black lettering on white background, square corners, and beveled front edges, or match existing.

b. Size: As required.

c. Letter Size: Minimum 3/16-inch.

d. Nameplates one-inch or less in height shall have one mounting hole at each end. Nameplates greater than one-inch in height shall have mounting holes in the four corners.

2. Legend Plates:

a. Legend plates for pushbuttons, pilot lights, selector switches, and other panel-mounted devices shall be large size with dimensions of approximately 2-7/16 inches wide by 2-13/32 inches tall (Allen Bradley large automotive size), plastic, custom engraved with black letters on white background.

1) Provide standard-size legend plates where devices are mounted on motor control centers and spacing of devices precludes using automotive-size legend plates.

b. Lettering size and line weight shall be the same for all legend plates on the same panel or enclosure. Maximum size shall be 1/4-inch and minimum size shall be 1/8-inch.

B. Safety Signs and Voltage Markers:

1. Provide high voltage signs for equipment operating over 600 volts.

2. Unless otherwise shown or indicated, high voltage safety signs shall be a minimum of 10 inches high by 14 inches wide, of fiberglass reinforced plastic, and conform to 40 CFR 1910.145. Signs shall resist fading from exposure to temperature extremes, ultraviolet light, abrasive, and corrosive environments, and shall read, “DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE – KEEP OUT”.

a. Mounting hardware shall be Type 316 stainless steel.

b. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following: 1) B-120-45471 by Brady.

2) Or equal.

3. High voltage safety signs for installation on indoor equipment shall be either pressure-sensitive acrylic or vinyl, and shall be at least 10 inches high by 14 inches wide, conform 40 CFR 1910.145, and shall read, “DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE – KEEP OUT”.

a. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following: 1) B-302-84084 by Brady.

2) Or equal.

4. Cable tray safety signs shall be pressure-sensitive vinyl conforming to 40 CFR 1910.145, 5 inches by 3.5 inches in size, and shall read, “DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE”..

a. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following: 1) B-302-86139 by Brady.

2) Or equal.

5. Low voltage safety signs shall be pressure-sensitive vinyl conforming to 40 CFR 1910.145, five inches by 3.5 inches in size, and shall read, “DANGER

– 480 VOLTS”.

a. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following: 1) B-302-86060 by Brady.

2) Or equal.

C. Arc-flash Safety Signs:

1. Warning signs shall be adhesive-backed polyester.

2. Warning signs shall read, “Warning – Arc Flash and Shock Hazard. Appropriate PPE Required. Arc flash warning signs shall indicate the flash protection boundary, incident energy in calories per square centimeter, hazard level, description of required protective clothing, shock hazard, limited approach boundary, restricted approach boundary, prohibited approach boundary, and equipment name.

3. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

a. Brady.

b. Or equal.

D. Voltage System Identification Directories:

1. General:

a. Directories shall be laminated thermoset plastic, 1/16-inch thick, engraved block black letters on white background, square corners, and beveled front edges.

b. Directories shall identify all voltage systems within building or structure.

c. Directories shall list the colors that identify ungrounded and grounded conductors of each system.

d. Colors shall be in accordance with Section 26 05 19, Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables, Section 26 05 13, Medium- Voltage Cables.

e. Example Directory Text:

Voltage System Identification

2. Large directories for rooms shall have a minimum text height of 1/2-inch.

3. Small directories for equipment shall have a minimum text height of 1/4- inch.

E. Conduit Labels:

1. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

a. B-915-xxxxx by Brady.

b. Or equal.

2. Shall be pre-tensioned acrylic/vinyl construction coiled to completely encircle conduit for conduit up through five-inch diameter, or pre-molded to conform to circumference of conduit six-inch diameter and larger.

3. Attach strap-on style for six-inch diameter conduit with stainless steel springs.

4. Shall be blank for use with custom printed labels.

5. Custom Labels:

a. Shall have black lettering on yellow background.

b. Shall not contain abbreviations in legend.

c. Shall be custom printed on continuous tape with permanent adhesive using thermal printer specified below.

F. Wire Identification:

1. Heat Shrinkable Wire and Cable Labeling System:

a. White heat-shrinkable irradiated polyolefin shrink-on sleeves. Labels shall be thermal printed. Labels shall be at least two inches wide.

b. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

1) B-341 PS-xxx-2W by Brady.

2) Or equal.

2. Wrap-Around Wire and Cable Labeling System:

a. Self-laminating white/transparent self extinguishing vinyl strips. Length shall be sufficient to provide at least 2.5 wraps. Labels shall be thermally printed and at least two inches wide.

b. Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

1) THT-XX-427 by Brady.

2) Or equal.

G. Thermal Printing System:

1. Utilize thermal transfer process to provide non-smearing labels and markers.

2. Wire and Cable Markers:

a. Portable, Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

1) TLS2200 by Brady.

2) Or equal.

b. Desktop, Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

1) 200M by Brady.

2) Or equal.

3. Cable Markers:

a. Portable, Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

1) Handimark by Brady.

2) Or equal.

b. Desktop, Products and Manufacturers: Provide one of the following:

1) Labelizer PLUS by Brady.

2) Or equal.

2.2 FABRICATION

A. Engraved Identification Devices (Nameplates and Legend Plates):

1. Nameplate and legend plate text is preliminary and subject to change pending final review and approval of nomenclature by CONTRACTING OFFICER after start-up and testing.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Provide electrical identification in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and as required for proper identification of equipment and materials.

B. Engraved Identification Devices (Nameplates and Legend Plates):

1. Unless otherwise specified, attach permanent nameplates with permanent adhesive and with 3/16-inch diameter, round head, stainless steel machine screws into drilled and tapped holes.

2. Provide nameplate with 1.5-inch letters to identify each console, cabinet, panel, or enclosure as shown or indicated.

3. Provide nameplates for field-mounted motor starters, disconnect switches, manual starter switches, pushbutton stations, and similar equipment operating components, which shall describe motor or equipment function and circuit number.

4. Provide nameplates with 1/2-inch letters to identify each junction and terminal box shown or indicated.

5. On switchgear, provide nameplates for each main and feeder circuit including control fuses, and for each indicating light and instrument.

a. Provide nameplate with 1.5-inch letters giving switchgear designation, voltage rating, ampere rating, short circuit rating, manufacturer’s name, general order number, and item number.

b. Identify individual door for each compartment with nameplate giving item designation and circuit number.

C. Safety Signs and Voltage Markers:

1. Provide safety signs and voltage markers on and around electrical equipment as shown or indicated.

a. Install rigid safety signs using stainless steel fasteners.

b. Clean surfaces before applying pressure-sensitive signs and markers.

2. Install high voltage safety signs on all equipment doors providing access to uninsulated conductors, including terminal devices, greater than 600 volts.

D. Voltage System Identification Directories

1. Provide voltage system identification directories as required by NEC Article 210 and NEC Article 215.

E. Arc-flash Safety Signs:

1. Provide arc-flash safety signs as required by NEC Article 110.

F. Conduit Labels:

1. Provide conduits with conduit labels unless otherwise shown or indicated.

2. Do not label flexible conduit.

3. Do not label exposed single conduit runs of less than 25 feet between local disconnect switches and their associated equipment.

4. Conduit labels shall indicate the following information:

a. Contract Number: Alphanumeric, three or four digits, as applicable.

b. Conduit Number: Alphanumeric as shown on the Drawings, as assigned by CONTRACTOR for unlabelled conduits, and in accordance with approved submittals.

5. Conduits that contain intrinsically safe wiring shall have an additional pipe marker provided that has blue letters on white background and reads, “INTRINSICALLY SAFE WIRING”.

a. Install intrinsically safe pipe markers in accordance with NEC Article 504 along entire installation. Spacing between labels shall not exceed 25 feet.

6. Provide conduit labels at the following locations:

a. Where each conduit enters and exits walls, ceilings, floors, or slabs.

b. Where conduit enters or exits boxes, cabinets, consoles, panels, or enclosures, except pull boxes and conduit bodies used for pull boxes.

c. At maximum intervals of 50 feet along length of conduit.

7. Orient conduit labels to be readable.

G. Wire and Cable Identification:

1. Color-coding of insulated conductors shall comply with Section 26 05 19, Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables, Section 26 05 13, Medium Voltage Cables.

2. Use heat-shrinkable wire labels where wire or cable is terminated. Use wrap-around labels where wire or cable is to be labeled but is not terminated.

3. Do not provide labels for the following:

a. Bare (uninsulated) conductors, unless otherwise shown or indicated as labeled.

4. Provide wire and cable labels for the following:

a. New, rerouted, or revised wire or cable.

b. Insulated conductors.

d. Wire and cable terminations:

1) Wire labels shall be applied between 1/2-inch and one inch of completed termination

2) Apply cable labels between 1/2-inch and one inch of cable breakout into individual conductors.

a) Label individual conductors in a cable after breakout as specified for wires.

e. Wire or cable exiting cabinets, consoles, panels, terminal boxes, and enclosures.

1) Label wires or cables within two inches of entrance to conduit.

f. Wire or cable in junction boxes and pull boxes

1) Label wires or cables within two inches of entrance to conduit.

g. Wire and cable installed in cable tray.

1) Wire and cable shall have labels at maximum intervals of 20 feet.

h. Wire and cable installed without termination in electrical manholes.

1) Wire and cable shall have wrap-around labels applied within one foot of exiting manhole.

5. Wire and Cable Identification System:

a. Wire and cable labels shall be imprinted with an identifying designator.

1) Wire and cable extending between two devices or items and that does not undergo a change of function shall be identified by a single unique designator as specified below.

b. Field Wiring:

1) Wire or cable designator shall consist of:

a) Three left-most characters shall consist of the Contract number under which wiring or cable was installed.

b) Fourth character from the left shall be an asterisk (*), a plus sign (+) or a hyphen (-). Do not use other punctuation symbols in a wire designator.

c) Remaining characters shall be alphanumeric and make wire designator unique.

d) Numbering shall reflect actual designations used in the Work and shall be documented in record documents.

c. Cabinet, Console, Panel, and Enclosure Wiring, Internal:

1) New Cabinets, Consoles, Panels, and Enclosures:

a) Wire and cable inside cabinets, consoles, panels, and enclosures shall have designators as specified.

6. Modified Cabinets, Consoles, Panels, and Enclosures:

a. New or rerouted wire or cable in existing cabinets, consoles, panels, and enclosures shall be labeled as shown on the Drawings or be assigned a ten-character designator equivalent to field wire designator.

H. Terminal Strip Labeling:

1. Label panel side of terminal to match panel wire number.

2. Label field side of terminal to match field wire number. Terminal number shall not include the Contract number.

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SECTION 26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING

1.01 REFERENCES

The publications referenced within this specification are referred to by the basic designation only.

A. NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

a. ANSI C82.1(2004) American National Standard for Electric Lamp Ballasts - Line Frequency Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts

B. NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

a. NFPA 70 (2011; TIA 11-1; Errata 2011) National Electrical Code

C. U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)

a. Energy Star(1992; R 2006) Energy Star Energy Efficiency Labeling System

D. UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

a. UL 935(2001; Reprint Nov 2011) Standard for Fluorescent-Lamp Ballasts

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with the “Statement of Work - SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS”:

a. SD-03 Product Data

1. Fluorescent lighting fixtures; G

2. Fluorescent electronic ballasts; G

3. Fluorescent lamps; G

4. Occupancy sensor switches; G

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Energy Efficiency.

Comply with National Energy Policy Act and Energy Star requirements for lighting products. Submit documentation for Energy Star qualifications for equipment provided under this section.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 FLUORESCENT LIGHTING FIXTURES

A. Fluorescent Electronic Lighting Ballasts.

a. Ballast shall comply with UL 935, NEMA ANSLG C82.11, NFPA 70, and CEC Title 24 unless specified otherwise. Ballast shall be 100 percent electronic high frequency type with no magnetic core and coil components. Ballast shall provide transient immunity as recommended by IEEE C62.41.1 and IEEE C62.41.2. Ballast shall be designed for the wattage of the lamps used in the indicated application. Ballasts shall be designed to operate on the voltage system to which they are connected.

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b. Ballasts for T-5 and smaller lamps shall have end-of-life protection circuits as required by ANSI ANSLG C78.81 and ANSI C78.901 as applicable.

B. Fluorescent Lamps.

a. T-5, fluorescent lamp, 40 watts (maximum), nominal length as indicated by Drawings or SOW for fixture size, 20,000 hours average rated life, 3150 initial lumens, CRI of 80 (minimum), 2G11 Type base, 90 to 100 lumens/watt depending on wattage.

2.02 SUSPENDED FIXTURES

A. Provide hangers capable of supporting twice the combined weight of fixtures supported by hangers. Provide with swivel hangers to ensure a plumb installation. Hangers shall be cadmium-plated steel with a swivel-ball tapped for the conduit size indicated. Fixtures shall not be supported by ceiling grids.

2.03 OCCUPANCY SENSOR SWITCHES

A. Provide occupancy switches where indicated in the SOW and always for restrooms, hallways, stairwells and common-use break rooms, typically to replace a toggle switch. Provide single-pole, 600 watt, 120 volt ac.

B. Provide unbreakable switch cover plate, oversized, color as directed by COR or indicated in SOW.

2.04 TOGGLE SWITCHES

A. Where indicated on the SOW or Drawings, provide single-pole, 600 watt, 120 volt ac toggle switch, commercial grade.

B. Provide unbreakable switch cover plate, oversized, color as directed by COR or indicated in SOW.

2.05 SUPPORT HANGERS FOR LIGHTING FIXTURES IN SUSPENDED CEILINGS

A. Wires

a. ASTM A641/A641M, galvanized regular coating, soft temper, 12 gage.

B. Wires, for Humid Spaces

a. ASTM A580/A580M, composition 302 or 304, annealed stainless steel, 12 gage.

b. ASTM B164, UNS NO4400, annealed nickel-copper 12 gage.

2.06 FACTORY APPLIED FINISH

A. Electrical equipment shall have factory-applied painting systems which shall, as a minimum, meet the requirements of NEMA 250 corrosion-resistance test

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION

A. Lamps

a. Lamps of the type, wattage, and voltage rating indicated shall be delivered to the project in the original cartons and installed just prior to project completion. Lamps installed and used for working light during construction shall be replaced prior to turnover to the Government if more than 15 percent of their rated life has been used. Lamps shall be tested for proper operation prior to turn-over and shall be replaced if necessary with new lamps from the original manufacturer.

B. Lighting Fixtures

a. Set lighting fixtures plumb, square, and level with ceiling and walls, in alignment with adjacent lighting fixtures, and secure in accordance with manufacturers' directions and approved drawings. Installation shall meet requirements of NFPA 70.

b. Obtain approval of the exact mounting for lighting fixtures on the job before commencing installation and, where applicable, after coordinating with the type, style, and pattern of the ceiling being installed. Recessed and semi-recessed fixtures shall be independently supported from the building structure by a minimum of four wires per fixture and located near each corner of each fixture. Ceiling grid clips are not allowed as an alternative to independently supported light fixtures. Round fixtures or fixtures smaller in size than the ceiling grid shall be independently supported from the building structure by a minimum of four wires per fixture spaced approximately equidistant around the fixture. Do not support fixtures by ceiling acoustical panels. Where fixtures of sizes less than the ceiling grid are indicated to be centered in the acoustical panel, support such fixtures independently and provide at least two 3/4 inch metal channels spanning, and secured to, the ceiling tees for centering and aligning the fixture. Provide wires for lighting fixture support in this section.

SECTION 08 51 13 ALUMINUM WINDOWS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCE

The publications listed below form a part of this Specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, NAFS - North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights; jointly published by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), the Window & Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA), and the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

SMA 1004, Specifications for Aluminum Tubular Frame Screens for Windows; published by the Screen Manufacturers Association (SMA).

1.2 CERTIFICATION

Each prime window unit must bear the AAMA Label warranting that the product complies with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440. Certified test reports attesting that the prime window units meet the requirements of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, including test size, will be acceptable in lieu of product labeling.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.

SD-02 Shop Drawings Windows; G RO

Fabrication Drawings; G RO SD-03 Product Data Windows; G RO Hardware; G RO Fasteners; G RO Window Performance; G RO Thermal-Barrier Windows; G RO Mullions; G RO

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Accessories; G RO Adhesives Submit manufacturer's product data, indicating VOC content.

Thermal Performance; G RO SD-04 Samples Finish Sample; G RO Window Sample; G RO SD-05 Design Data

Structural Calculations for Deflection; G RO Design Analysis; G RO Submit design analysis with calculations showing that the design of each different size and type of aluminum window unit and its anchorage to the structure meets the minimum antiterrorism standards required by Paragraph "Minimum Antiterrorism Performance", unless conformance is demonstrated by Standard Airblast Test results. Calculations verifying the structural performance of each window proposed for use, under the given loads, must be prepared and signed by a registered Professional Engineer. The window components and anchorage devices to the structure, as determined by the design analysis, must be reflected in the shop drawings.

SD-06 Test Reports

Minimum Condensation Resistance Factor; G RO Resistance to Forced Entry; G RO SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data Windows, Data Package 1; G RO Plastic Identification When not labeled, identify types in Operation and Maintenance Manual.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Shop Drawing Requirements

Provide drawings that indicate elevations of windows, full-size sections, thickness and gages of metal, fastenings, proposed method of anchoring, size and spacing of anchors, details of construction, method of glazing, details of operating hardware, material and method of attaching subframes, installation details, and

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1.4.2 Sample Requirements

1.4.2.1 Finish Sample Requirements

Submit color chart of standard factory color coatings when factory-finish color coating is to be provided.

1.4.2.2 Window Sample Requirements

Submit one full-size corner of each window type proposed for use. Where screens or weatherstripping is required, fit sample with such items that are to be used.

1.4.3 Design Data Requirements

Submit calculations to substantiate compliance with deflection requirements and Minimum Antiterrorism Performance criteria. A registered Professional Engineer must provide calculations. Submit design analysis with calculations showing that the design of each different size and type of aluminum window unit and its anchorage to the structure meets the requirements of Paragraph "Minimum Antiterrorism Performance Criteria". Calculations verifying the structural performance of each window proposed for use, under the given loads, must be prepared and signed by a registered professional engineer. Reflect the window components and anchorage devices to the structure, as determined by the design analysis, in the shop drawings.

1.4.4 Test Report Requirements

Submit test reports for each type of window attesting that identical windows have been tested and meet the requirements specified herein for conformance to AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 including test size, and minimum condensation resistance factor (CRF), and resistance to forced entry.

1.5 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

Deliver windows to project site in an undamaged condition. Use care in handling and hoisting windows during transportation and at the jobsite. Store windows and components out of contact with the ground, under a weathertight covering, so as to prevent bending, warping, or otherwise damaging the windows. Repair damaged windows to an "as new" condition as approved. If windows can not be repaired, provide a new unit.

1.6 PROTECTION

Protect finished surfaces during shipping and handling using the manufacturer's standard method. Do not apply coatings or lacquers to surfaces to which caulking and glazing compounds must adhere.

1.7 PLASTIC IDENTIFICATION

Label plastic products provided to indicate their polymeric composition according to the following list. Where products are not labeled, provide product data indicating polymeric information in Operation and Maintenance Manual.

a. Type 1: Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET, PETE).

b. Type 2: High Density Polyethylene (HDPE).

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c. Type 3: Vinyl (Polyvinyl Chloride or PVC).

d. Type 4: Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE).

e. Type 5: Polypropylene (PP).

f. Type 6: Polystyrene (PS).

g. Type 7: Other. Use of this code indicates that the package in question is made with a resin other than the six listed above, or is made of more than one resin listed above, and used in a multi-layer combination.

1.8 FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Take field measurements prior to preparation of the drawings and fabrication.

1.9 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

1.9.1 Wind Loading Design Pressure

Design window components, including mullions, hardware, and anchors, to withstand a wind-loading design pressure indicated on the Drawings.

1.9.2 Tests

Test windows proposed for use in accordance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 for the particular type and quality window specified. Perform tests by a nationally recognized independent testing laboratory equipped and capable of performing the required tests. Submit the results of the tests as certified laboratory reports required herein. Minimum design load for a uniform-load structural test must be 50 psf.

1.10 DRAWINGS

Submit the Fabrication Drawings for aluminum window units showing complete window assembly including hardware, weatherstripping, and subframe assembly details.

1.11 WINDOW PERFORMANCE

Aluminum windows must meet the following performance requirements. Perform testing requirements by an independent testing laboratory or agency.

1.11.1 Structural Performance

Structural test pressures on window units must be for positive load (inward) and negative load (outward). After testing, there will be no glass breakage, permanent damage to fasteners, hardware parts, support arms or actuating mechanisms or any other damage which could cause window to be inoperable. There must be no permanent deformation of any main frame, sash or ventilator member in excess of the requirements established by AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 for the window types and classification specified in this section.

1.11.2 Minimum Antiterrorism Performance

Page Windows must meet the minimum antiterrorism performance as specified in the paragraphs below. Conformance to the performance requirements must be validated by one of the following methods.

1.11.2.1 Computational Design Analysis Method

Window frames, mullions, and sashes must be designed to the criteria listed herein. Computational design analysis must include calculations verifying the structural performance of each window proposed for use, under the given static equivalent loads. The glazing frame bite for the window frames must be in accordance with ASTM F2248.

1.11.2.2 Alternate Dynamic Design Analysis Method

As an alternative to the static equivalent load design approach described above, window framing members, anchors, and glazing may be designed using a dynamic analysis to prove the window system will provide performance equivalent to or better than a very low hazard rating in accordance with ASTM F1642/F1642M associated with the applicable low level of protection for the project.

1.11.3 Air Infiltration

Air infiltration must not exceed the amount established by AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 for each window type.

1.11.4 Water Penetration

Water penetration must not exceed the amount established by AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 for each window type.

1.11.5 Thermal Performance

Non-residential aluminum windows (including frames and glass) must be certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council with a whole-window Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) maximum of 0.27 determined according to NFRC 200 procedures and a U-factor maximum of 0.8 Btu/hr-ft2-F in accordance with NFRC 100.

1.12 QUALIFICATION

Window manufacturer must specialize in designing and manufacturing the type of aluminum windows specified in this section, and have a minimum of 5 years of documented successful experience.

Manufacturer must have the facilities capable of meeting contract requirements, single-source responsibility and warranty.

1.13 WARRANTY

Provide Manufacturer's standard performance guarantees or warranties that extend beyond a 1 year period.

a. Window: 10 years from date of Substantial Completion.

b. Glazing Units: 10 years from date of Substation Completion.

c. Aluminum Finish: 20 years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 WINDOWS

Page Provide prime windows that comply with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 and the requirements specified herein. In addition to compliance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, window framing members for each individual light of glass must not deflect to the extent that deflection perpendicular to the glass light exceeds L/175 of the glass edge length when subjected to uniform loads at specified design pressures. Provide Structural calculations for deflection to substantiate compliance with deflection requirements. Provide windows of types, performance classes, performance grades, combinations, and sizes indicated or specified. Design windows to accommodate hardware, glass, weatherstripping, screens, and accessories to be furnished. Each window must be a complete factory assembled unit with or without glass installed. Dimensions shown are minimum. Provide windows with insulating glass and thermal break necessary to achieve a minimum Condensation Resistance Factor (CRF) of 72 frame and 74 glass when tested in accordance with AAMA 1503.

2.1.1 Single Hung Windows (H) Type H-AW40.

2.1.2 Forced Entry Resistant Windows

In addition to meeting the requirements of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, windows designated for resistance to forced entry must conform to the requirements of AAMA 1302.4.

2.1.3 Glass and Glazing

Materials are specified in Section 08 81 00 GLAZING.

2.1.4 Caulking and Sealing

Are specified in Section 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS.

2.1.5 Weatherstripping AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440.

2.1.6 Sash Poles

Seamless aluminum tube, 0.0625 inch minimum wall thickness, 1 inch diameter, 6 feet long, with cast aluminum hook and protective cover or tip on the lower end. Finish must match windows.

2.2 FABRICATION

Fabrication of window units must comply with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440.

2.2.1 Provisions for Glazing

Design windows and rabbets suitable for glass thickness shown or specified. For minimum antiterrorism windows, attach glazing to its supporting frame using structural silicone sealant or adhesive glazing tape in accordance with ASTM F2248. Design sash for inside double glazing and for securing glass with metal beads, glazing clips, glazing channels, or glazing compound.

2.2.2 Weatherstripping

Provide for ventilating sections of all windows to ensure a weather-tight seal meeting the infiltration requirements specified in AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440. Provide easily replaceable factory-applied

Page weatherstripping. Use molded vinyl, molded or molded-expanded neoprene or molded or expanded Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer (EPDM) compression-type weatherstripping for compression contact surfaces. Use treated woven pile or wool, or polypropylene or nylon pile bonded to nylon fabric and metal or plastic backing strip weatherstripping for sliding surfaces. Do not use neoprene or polyvinylchloride weatherstripping where exposed to direct sunlight.

2.2.3 Fasteners

Use window manufacturer's standard for windows, trim, and accessories. Self-tapping sheet-metal screws are not acceptable for material more than 1/16 inch thick.

2.2.4 Adhesives

Provide joint sealants as specified in Section 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS. For interior application of joint sealants, comply with applicable regulations regarding reduced VOC's, and as specified in Section 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS.

2.2.5 Drips and Weep Holes

Provide continuous drips over heads of top ventilators. Where fixed windows adjoin ventilators, drips must be continuous across tops of fixed windows. Provide drips and weep holes as required to return water to the outside.

2.2.6 Combination Windows

Windows used in combination must be factory assembled of the same class and grade. Where factory assembly of individual windows into larger units is limited by transportation considerations, prefabricate, match mark, transport, and field assemble.

2.2.7 Mullions and Transom Bars

Provide mullions between multiple window units to resist two times (2X) glazing resistance in accordance with ASTM F2248 and ASTM E1300. Provide mullions with a thermal break. Secure mullions and transom bars to adjoining construction and window units in such a manner as to permit expansion and contraction and to form a weathertight joint. Where window cleaner anchors are required, reinforce mullions and anchor to adjoining construction so as to provide safe and adequate support. Provide mullion covers on the interior and exterior to completely close exposed joints and recesses between window units and to present a neat appearance.