Specifications_-_Volume_2.pdf

REPAIR BUILDING 600

MAINTENANCE HANGAR

TYPE B-3 FINAL

NEBRASKA AIR NATIONAL GUARD

LINCOLN, NE

PROJECT MANUAL

VOLUME 2

May 9, 2017

Contract Number: W91243-14-D-0001 Task Order: 0002

Project Number: NGCB112003

SCHEMMER PROJECT NO. 06565.002

NEANG BUILDING 600 06565.002 MAY 2017

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REPAIR BUILDING 600

MAINTENANCE HANGAR

TABLE OF CONTENTS

VOLUME 1

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 011000 Summary Section 012300 Options Section 012500 Substitution Procedures Section 012600 Contract Modifications Procedures Section 013100 Project Management and Coordination Section 013200 Construction Progress Documentation Section 013300 Submittal Procedures Section 014000 Quality Requirements Section 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls Section 016000 Product Requirements Section 017300 Execution Section 017329 Cutting and Patching Section 017419 Construction Waste Management and Disposal Section 017700 Closeout Procedures Section 017823 Operation and Maintenance Data Section 017839 Project Record Documents Section 017900 Demonstration and Training Section 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements Section 019113 General Commissioning Requirements

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 024119 Selective Demolition Section 028213.00 10 Asbestos Abatement Section 028313.00 20 Lead in Construction

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

Section 033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete Section 034100 Precast Structural Concrete

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

Section 040120.64 Brick Masonry Repointing, Repair, and Concrete Cleaning (Option No. 6) Section 042000 Unit Masonry

DIVISION 5 - METALS

Section 051200 Structural Steel Framing Section 053100 Steel Decking Section 055000 Metal Fabrications Section 055113 Metal Stairs Section 055213 Pipe and Tube Railings

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DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

Section 061000 Rough Carpentry Section 062023 Interior Finish Carpentry Section 064113 Wood-Veneer-Faced Architectural Cabinets Section 064116 Plastic-Laminate-Faced Architectural Cabinets

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 071900 Water Repellents Section 072100 Thermal Insulation Section 072120 Spray Acoustic-Thermal Insulation Section 072140 Foam-In-Place Insulation Section 072726 Fluid-Applied Membrane Air Barriers Section 074113 Metal Roof Panels Section 074219 Smooth Aluminum Metal Plate Wall Panels Section 075323 Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer (EPDM) Roofing Section 076200 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim Section 078413 Penetration Firestopping Section 079200 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 - OPENINGS

Section 081113 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames Section 081416 Flush Wood Doors Section 083113 Access Doors and Frames Section 083323 Overhead Coiling Doors Section 083416.10 Bi-Parting Bottom Rolling Hangar Door Refurbishment (Base Bid) Section 083416.20 Bi-Parting Bottom Rolling Hangar Door (Option No. 3) Section 083613 Sectional Doors Section 084113 Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Windows Section 087100 Door Hardware Section 088000 Glazing Section 089520 Insulated Translucent Fiberglas Sandwich Panel Wall System

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

Section 092216 Non-Structural Metal Framing Section 092900 Gypsum Board Assemblies Section 093013 Ceramic Tiling Section 095113 Acoustical Panel Ceilings Section 096513 Resilient Base and Accessories Section 096519 Resilient Tile Flooring Section 096536 Static Dissipative Resilient Flooring Section 096723.16 Fuel Resistive Resinous Flooring, 5-Coat System Section 096813 Tile Carpeting Section 097200 Wall Coverings Section 098433 Sound-Absorbing Wall Units Section 099113 Exterior Painting Section 099123 Interior Painting Section 099300 Staining and Transparent Finishing Section 099990 Color Schedule

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DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

Section 101200 Display Cases Section 101400 Metal Signage Section 101423.13 Room Identification Signage Section 102113 Toilet Compartments Section 102239 Folding Panel Partitions Section 102600 Wall Protection Section 102800 Toilet Room Accessories Section 104413 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets Section 104416 Fire Extinguishers Section 105113 Metal Lockers

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

Section 115213 Projection Screens

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

Section 126100 Fixed Audience Seating

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Not Used

DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING SYSTEMS

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VOLUME 2

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

Section 211313 Automatic Sprinklers and Standpipes – Support Areas Section 211313-01 Automatic Sprinklers and Standpipes – Hangar Areas Section 211340 HEF Foam Fire Protection Specification

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

Section 220513 Common Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment Section 220516 Expansion Fittings and Loops for Plumbing Piping Section 220517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Plumbing Piping Section 220518 Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping Section 220519 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping Section 220523.12 Ball Valves for Plumbing Piping Section 220523.14 Check Valves for Plumbing Piping Section 220529 Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment Section 220553 Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment Section 220719 Plumbing Piping Insulation Section 221116 Domestic Water Piping Section 221119 Domestic Water Piping Specialties Section 221316 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping Section 221319 Sanitary Waste Piping Specialties Section 221319.13 Sanitary Drains Section 224213.13 Commercial Water Closets Section 224213.16 Commercial Urinals Section 224216.13 Commercial Lavatories Section 224216.16 Commercial Sinks Section 224223 Commercial Showers Section 224500 Emergency Plumbing Fixtures Section 224716 Pressure Water Coolers

DIVISION 23 – HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Section 230130.51 HVAC Air Duct Cleaning Section 230513 Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment Section 230517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for HVAC Piping Section 230518 Escutcheons for HVAC Piping Section 230519 Meters and Gages for HVAC Piping Section 230523.12 Ball Valves for HVAC Piping Section 230523.13 Butterfly Valves for HVAC Piping Section 230523.14 Check Valves for HVAC Piping Section 230529 Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment Section 230548.13 Vibration Controls for HVAC Section 230553 Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment Section 230593 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC Section 230713 Duct Insulation Section 230716 HVAC Equipment Insulation Section 230719 HVAC Piping Insulation Section 230800 Commissioning of HVAC Systems Section 230923 Direct Digital Control (DDC) System for HVAC Section 230923.11 Control Valves Section 230993.11 Sequence of Operations for HVAC DDC

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DIVISION 23 – HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (continued)

Section 231123 Facility Natural-Gas Piping Section 232113 Hydronic Piping Section 232116 Hydronic Piping Specialties Section 232123 Hydronic Pumps Section 232300 Refrigerant Piping Section 233113 Metal Ducts Section 233300 Air Duct Accessories Section 233346 Flexible Ducts Section 233423 HVAC Power Ventilators Section 233600 Air Terminal Units Section 233713.13 Air Diffusers Section 233713.23 Registers and Grilles Section 236423.21 Air-Cooled, Scroll Water Chillers Section 237200 Air-to-Air Energy Recovery Equipment Section 237313 Modular Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units Section 238239.13 Cabinet Unit Heaters

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

Section 260513 Medium-Voltage Cables Section 260519 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables Section 260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems Section 260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems Section 260533 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems Section 260544 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling Section 260553 Identification for Electrical Systems Section 260572 Overcurrent Protective Device Short-Circuit Study Section 260574 Overcurrent Protective Device Arc-Flash Study Section 260800 Commissioning of Electrical Systems Section 260923 Lighting Control Devices Section 260943.23 Relay-Based Lighting Controls Section 261116.12 Secondary Unit substations with Switchboards Secondary Section 262200 Low-Voltage Transformers Section 262413 Switchboards Section 262416 Panelboards Section 262726 Wiring Devices Section 262813 Fuses Section 262816 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers Section 262913.03 Manual and Magnetic Motor Controllers Section 263213.13 Diesel Emergency Engine Generators Section 263323.11 Central Battery Equipment for Emergency Lighting Section 263600 Transfer Switches Section 264313 Surge Protection for Low-Voltage Electrical Power Circuits Section 265119 LED Interior Lighting Section 265619 LED Exterior Lighting

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DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

Section 270526 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems Section 270528 Pathways for Communications Systems Section 270536 Cable Trays for Communications Systems Section 271100 Communications Equipment Room Fittings Section 271313 Communications Copper Backbone Cabling Section 271323 Communications Optical Fiber Backbone Cabling Section 271333 Communications Coaxial Backbone Cabling Section 271513 Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling Section 271523 Communications Optical Fiber Horizontal Cabling Section 275120 Digital Signal Matrix Switcher and Transmission System Section 275123.20 Commercial Intercommunications and Program Systems

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

Section 280513 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security Section 280528 Pathways for Electronic Safety and Security Section 283100 Fire Detection and Mass Notification System

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

Section 311000 Site Clearing Section 312000 Earth Moving

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 320119.61 Resealing of Joints in Rigid Pavement Section 321313 Concrete Paving Section 321373 Concrete Paving Joint Sealants Section 321723 Pavement Markings Section 329200 Turf and Grasses

DIVISION 33 thru 41

AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS AND STANDPIPES

NEANG BUILDING 600 SUPPORT OFFICES AND SHOPS

SECTION 21 13 13

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NEBRASKA NATIONAL GUARD LINCOLN

BUILDING 600

SUPPORT OFFICES AND SHOPS

SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE DESIGN AND

INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS

AND STANDPIPES

Prepared for:

THE SCHEMMER GROUP

November 1, 2016 Revised May 1, 2017

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AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER AND STANDPIPES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

A. This specification section addresses the work associated with the installation of a new wet-pipe fire suppression sprinkler system (the system). It is the Contractor’s responsibility to bid, install, commission and warrant the sprinkler system in accordance with this specification section and the associated design drawings. Deviations from these specifications and the associated design drawings shall be approved by the Contracting Officer / General Contractor, or shall be at the risk of the Contractor. Where “specification(s)” is referenced within this section, the design drawings shall be considered as part of the specification. Provide all materials and labor for the detailed design and installation for a new sprinkler (wet pipe) and standpipe system(s), hereafter referred to as the system.

B. The work shall be subject to the terms and conditions contained in the

"Construction Contract," agreement between the Contractor and the Owner.

All applicable taxes shall be included in the Contractor's base bid.

C. All work shall be performed in accordance with these specifications and good engineering practice. No modifications to these specifications will be accepted without the expressed written approval of the Contracting Officer / General Contractor. It is the Contractor's responsibility to document Contracting Officer / General Contractor's approval of any such modifications prior to the execution of work.

D. Contractor shall field verify all information contained on the contract drawings and is responsible for the detailed design and installation of the system in accordance with the specifications. The contract drawings do not show all details necessary for the installation of the system, but are intended to be used by the Contractor for the purpose of providing system shop drawings and preparing a bid. As such, they indicate:

1. Sprinkler pipe routing and sizes.

2. Types and minimum quantities of sprinklers and valves.

3. Location of the new risers and standpipes, control valve assemblies, drains, test connections and major points on the system, such as the fire department connections.

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E. At completion of work, there shall be no degradation of any of the adjoining building system(s) in any way due to the work provided for in this specification.

1.02 INTENT OF SPECIFICATIONS

A. It is intended that the work performed pursuant to these specifications be complete in every respect, resulting in a sprinkler and standpipe system(s) installed entirely in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, manufacturer's recommendations, Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (ULI) listings, and FM Global approval.

B. It is further intended that upon completion of this work, the Owner be provided with:

1. Complete information and drawings describing and depicting the entire system as installed, including all information necessary for maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or expanding the system at a future date.

2. Complete documentation of system testing.

3. Certification that the entire system has been inspected and tested; is installed entirely in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, manufacturer's recommendations and ULI listings; and is in proper working order. Contractor shall use "Contractor's Material and Test Certificate(s)" as required by Chapter 24 of NFPA 13 – 2013 Edition and Chapter 13 of NFPA 14 – 2013 Edition.

1.03 WORK INCLUDED

A. General: Provide all materials and labor for the design and installation of new sprinkler and standpipe system(s) in accordance with the applicable codes and all requirements of this specification.

B. Sprinkler: Provide, and install all components necessary for the automatic sprinkler and standpipe system(s) and provide all monitoring and control devices to be interfaced to the fire alarm system, as specified in the Fire Alarm Specification.

C. Verify fire flow test information by performing or witnessing fire water supply flow tests prior to performing hydraulic calculations. All flow tests shall be coordinated with the authority having jurisdiction for the water supply. Test results shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer / General Contractor upon completion of the tests

D. Waterflow Switches: Provide, install, and properly adjust sprinkler system supervisory switches and waterflow indicators as required by the automatic sprinkler system drawings.

E. Drains: Provide indirect piped connections to the exterior of the building necessary to drain and test the sprinkler and standpipe systems.

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F. Shields: Install shields necessary to protect electrical equipment from sprinkler discharge. Coordinate with electrical drawings for these locations.

G. Valves: Provide all supervised control valves, and other appurtenance as required for a fully operable system. All valves are to be electronically supervised.

H. Submittals: Prepare and submit shop drawings, product data sheets, calculations, record drawings and other submittals required herein.

I. Tests: Test each new sprinkler system to 200 psi per NFPA 13. The sprinkler contractor shall also attend all fire alarm tests to aid in testing sprinkler system monitoring devices. The Contractor shall be responsible for carrying out required tests.

J. Approvals: Obtain all approvals required for the work of this section from all public authorities having jurisdiction, from the project insurer, and from the Owner.

K. Fees: Pay all fees required to obtain permits, inspections and final approval of this work.

L. Coordination: Coordinate work with other trades working on the project, and with other fire protection systems specified elsewhere.

M. Unit Additions: Provide additional equipment and labor as described in the Bid

Format sheets for the specified unit lump sum prices.

1.04 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

A. Supply Piping: Water supply piping.

B. Alarms: Wiring and connection to sprinkler system alarm and supervisory devices.

C. Drains: Floor drains and other facilities for receiving discharge from sprinkler and standpipe system drains.

D. Electrical: Electrical wiring to devices.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work shall conform to the requirements of the applicable portions of the UFC 3-600-01, ANGETL 15-01-03, UFC 4-211-01 (Draft), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards, the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Fire Code (IFC).

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1. NFPA 13-2013, "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems."

2. NFPA 14-2013, "Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose

Systems."

3. NFPA 25-2013, “Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems.”

4. NFPA 72-2013, "National Fire Alarm Code."

5. International Building Code, 2012 Edition.

6. International Fire Code, 2012 Edition.

7. NFPA 101-2012, “Life Safety Code”

8. ANGETL 15-01-03 Dated 1 May 2015, Fire Protection Design Guidance

9. UFC 3-600-01 Change 3, Dated 1 March 2013

B. Code Conflicts: If there is a conflict between the referenced NFPA Standards, Military, Federal, State or local Codes and this specification, it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to bring the conflict to the attention of the Contracting Officer / General Contractor for resolution. The contractor shall not attempt to resolve code conflicts with the local authority, independent of the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

C. Permit Fees: The Contractor shall be responsible for filing all documents, paying all fees and securing all permits, inspections and approvals necessary for conducting this work.

D. Equipment: All devices, systems, equipment and materials furnished and installed shall be new and shall be of types or models approved by the Owner or Owner’s representative for use in systems and occupancies of this type.

F. Contractor Requirements

1. Engaged on a regular and full-time basis in the design and installation of automatic sprinkler systems.

2. Be licensed fire sprinkler installer with a valid business permit in the State of Nebraska and the City Lincoln, and hold all licenses and obtain all permits necessary to perform this work in the City of Lincoln and the State Nebraska.

3. Provide a Project Site Supervisor who is minimum NICET Level 2 in

Automatic Sprinkler System Design. The Project Site Supervisor shall be

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This individual shall be the same person throughout the course of the Project, unless written authorization is obtained from the Owner.

4. Be qualified and authorized by the equipment manufacturer(s) to issue certificates for the installation and maintenance of fire suppression sprinkler systems in accordance with the requirements of the applicable NFPA standards and local authorities.

G. Sub-Contractor Qualifications

1. Hold all licenses and permits necessary to perform this work in City of Lincoln and the State of Nebraska.

2. Have at least five (5) years of experience in the installation of systems of this type and be familiar with all applicable Military, local, State, and Federal laws and regulations.

3. Be regularly engaged in the servicing, installation, and testing of fire suppression sprinkler systems.

4. Have worked on one or more similar large projects in the last five (5) years.

H. Contractor Requirements

1. Contractor shall hold all licenses and obtain all permits necessary to perform work of this type in the City of Lincoln. Copies of the Contractor’s licenses shall be provided with bid submittal.

2. Contractor shall have at least five (5) years of experience in installation of systems of this type and be familiar with all applicable regulations.

3. Contractor shall be regularly engaged in the design, installation, testing and servicing of fire pumps.

4. Contractor shall provide a job supervisor who is to be present at all times when work is actively in progress.

5. Prior to start of installation, the Contractor shall obtain and submit copies of all licenses, certificates, insurance, and approvals necessary to conduct this

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6. System layout and installation shall be supervised by a licensed NICET Level III sprinkler system technician or fire protection engineer with not less than five (5) years experience with sprinkler system. Shop drawings shall be prepared and engineered. The signature of the engineer constitutes an affidavit that the statements, representations, and information presented in the submittal constitute a complete operational system conforming to applicable state laws and recognized good engineering practices. All field installation work shall be continuously supervised by a NICET Level II or III sprinkler system technician or certified manufacturer representative.

I. All devices, systems, equipment, and materials furnished and installed shall be new and listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (ULI) for their intended use. All equipment shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and the UL listing limitations. The Contractor shall provide evidence, with his product submittal, of listings of all proposed equipment and combinations of equipment. Applicable ULI standards include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. UL 1091, Butterfly Valves for Fire Protection Service;

2. UL 312, Check Valves for Fire Protection Service;

3. UL 262, Gate Valves for Fire Protection Service;

4. UL 393, Indicating Pressure Gauges for Fire Protection Service;

5. UL 199, Automatic Sprinklers for Fire Protection Service;

6. UL 203, Pipe Hanger Equipment for Fire Protection Service;

7. UL 1474, Adjustable Drop Nipples for Sprinkler Systems;

8. UL 213, Rubber Gasketed Fittings for Fire Protection Service;

9. UL 860, Pipe Unions for Flammable and Combustible Fluids and

Sprinkler Service;

10. UL 69, Strength of Body and Hydraulic Pressure Loss Testing of Back Flow Special Check Valves;

11. UL 405, Fire Department Connections;

12. UL Subject 199C, “Outline of Investigation for Plastic Escutcheons for Sprinklers;”

13. UL Subject 199D, “Outline of Investigation for Guards for Sprinklers;”

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14. UL Subject 258, “Outline of Investigation for Shut-Off Valves for Trim and Drain Purposes for Fire Protection Service;”

15. UL Subject 213B, “Outline of Investigation for Welded Outlet Fittings for Fire Protection Service;” and

16. UL Subject 852, “Outline of Investigation for Steel Sprinkler Pipe for Fire Protection Service;”

1.06 SPRINKLER SYSTEM DESIGN CRITERIA

A. Densities: Hydraulically calculated sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance with the approved shop drawings. The systems have been designed to produce discharge densities of:

1. 0.10 gpm/square foot over the hydraulically most remote 1,500 square feet in electrical rooms, switchgear rooms, office areas, electrical elevator machine rooms, conference/training rooms, lounges, and the locker area (Light Hazard Occupancies).

2. 0.15 gpm/square foot over the hydraulically most remote 1,500-square-feet in storage rooms, mechanical rooms, maintenance shops and the receiving area (Ordinary Hazard Group I Occupancies).

3. 0.30 gpm/square foot over the hydraulically most remote 2,500-square-feet in hydraulic elevator machine rooms, if applicable (Extra Hazard Group I Occupancies).

B. Hose stream requirements: The calculations shall include a 100 gpm combined

(inside and outside) for light hazard design. The combined (inside and outside) hose stream for ordinary hazard design shall be 250 gpm and 500 gpm for extra hazard design.

C. Sprinklers under ducts (or other): Provide sprinklers under ducts, stairs and obstructions as required by NFPA 13. A unit additional price for sprinklers under ducts, stairs, or other obstructions wider than 4 feet required but not shown on the construction documents in excess of 25 shall be provided at the unit additional cost specified by the contractor in the bid format sheets.

D. All branch line piping shall be 1” minimum. All branch line piping in gridded systems shall be a 1¼” minimum.

E. Safety Allowance: The calculated sprinkler demand, including hose stream allowance, shall require no more than the available pressure reduced by ten

(10) psi at the calculated flow.

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F. Water Supply: Water supply for the sprinklers will be supplied from the existing fire pumps through a 12 inch feed main in the hangar. Contractor to verify pressure and volume available at the sprinkler systems take offs.

1.07 SUBMITTALS

A. Permits: Prior to start of installation, the Contractor shall submit copies of all permits and approvals necessary to conduct this work to the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

B. Certificates: The Contractor shall provide the Owner with one copy of all documents that are reviewed and approved by the local code authorities. These documents shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Site inspection forms

2. Shop drawings

3. Final inspection forms

4. Service directory – submit to the Owner the draft O & M manual for approval

(excluding the test certificates and drawings, and final Operation & Maintenance manual upon completion of the work.

All documents shall include all required approval stamps, signatures or other information necessary to properly certify that the installation has been reviewed and accepted by the City of Lincoln.

C. With Bid

1. Prime Contractor Qualifications

a. Submit all license(s) required to perform work in the City of Lincoln and the State of Nebraska.

b. Submit a list of related sprinkler system installations in the past five (5) years demonstrating experience in the installation of systems of this type and familiarity with all applicable military, local, State, and Federal laws and regulations.

c. Submit certification attesting that the Contractor is regularly engaged in the servicing, installation, and testing of fire suppression sprinkler systems using the proposed equipment.

d. Submit certification that the Contractor employs or contracts on a regular basis for system design, a State of Nebraska licensed professional engineer or at least one person certified NICET Level III in automatic sprinkler design.

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2. Subcontractors List

a. Submit a list of all proposed subcontractors. All proposed subcontractors are subject to the approval of the Contracting

b. Submit a list of similar fire suppression sprinkler systems installed in healthcare facilities by the subcontractor(s) in the past five (5)

3. Equipment List

a. Submit a detailed equipment list identifying types, models, and quantities of all materials, devices, and equipment proposed.

b. This submittal shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1) Pipe and Fittings

2) Valves

3) Drips

4) Fire Department Siamese Connections

5) Sprinklers, each type and model

6) Inspector’s Test and Drain Assemblies

7) Sprinkler Cabinets

8) Sprinkler Plugs

9) Pressure Gauges

10) Waterflow Switches

11) Valve Supervisory Switches

12) Pipe Hangers and Supports

4. Manufacturer’s Product Data Sheets

a. Submit manufacturers’ product data sheets showing the types and models of all equipment, devices, and materials proposed in the

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Equipment List. Evidence of UL listings and local approvals shall be submitted with the product data sheets.

b. When a Product Data Sheet shows more than one product, the proposed product shall be clearly indicated by arrows or other suitable means.

2. Fire Suppression Sprinkler Riser Diagram

a. Submit a riser diagram of the proposed system, supplemented with narrative descriptions as necessary for clarity and completeness. Submit more than one diagram where necessary.

3. Proposed Work Schedule

a. Submit a Proposed Work Schedule and representative chart. This schedule shall indicate the time necessary for:

1) Project start-up;

2) Property survey;

3) Shop drawing and other submittals;

4) Installation;

5) Contractor testing; and

6) Final acceptance tests.

b. The proposed Work Schedule will be reviewed and finalized during the Pre-Construction Conference meeting and will be updated at each bi-weekly Construction Progress Meeting.

C. Prior to Installation

1. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: Obtain and submit copies of all permits, licenses, certificates, and approvals necessary to conduct this Work.

2. Product List: Prepare a detailed list of equipment, updated to reflect any changes.

3. Manufacturers’ Product Data Sheets: Prepare manufacturer’s product data sheets, updated to reflect any changes.

4. Shop Drawings: Prepare project-specific information, drawn accurately to

1/8 inch = 1 foot scale (or larger). Each drawing shall be cross-

Division 21 – Page 12 referenced to all related drawings and specific drawing details as necessary for the submittal as a whole to clearly depict the proposed installation. Each drawing shall show revision number and date indicated in the title block. Revisions shall be clouded or otherwise highlighted between submissions. Revisions made without clouding or other highlights will not be reviewed and any approval of revised drawings will not apply to those unnoted revisions. Do not base shop drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents (except background information) or standard printed data. Shop Drawings shall consist of the following:

a. Drawing Legend Sheet, with a title block, identifying:

1) All symbols used on the drawings, by type of device or equipment, manufacturer, and manufacturer’s part number.

This information shall correspond to the product data sheets required elsewhere in this Section.

2) All conventions, abbreviations, and specialized terminology used on the drawings, as necessary to understand and interpret the information contained therein.

3) All color codes and device numbering systems.

4) A complete drawing list or index identifying all drawings in the shop drawing package by title, drawing number, and Specification cross-reference.

b. Clean Fire Suppression Sprinkler Floor Plans drawn to scale with a title block on each drawing. Floor plan drawings required for this submittal shall be generated using the Contract Drawings as backgrounds in CADD Version 2012 or later. The floor plans shall indicate all of the information required by NFPA 13 for working plans and local authorities, including all sprinklers, equipment, piping, valves, drains, hangers, supports, connections, and hydraulic reference points.

c. Schematic Riser Diagram or full height cross-sections of the complete System indicating the relative elevations of sprinklers, junction points, and supply or reference points, and including structural member information and ceiling construction, if required for clarity.

d. Shop drawings are subject to change during the bidding and construction periods. Any wall and ceiling changes occurring prior to submittal of Contractor’s shop drawings shall be incorporated into the Contractor’s detailed design at no additional cost to the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

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Only complete submittals containing all required information for all work required in this section will be reviewed. Incomplete submittals will be returned to the Contractor without being reviewed.

5. This bid category includes participation in the preparation of coordination drawings (composite) showing layout and installation of overhead fire sprinkler work.

6. Design Data: Prepare written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations. Include list of assumptions, other performance and design criteria, and summary of loads. Provide name and version of software used for hydraulic calculations.

a. Sprinkler Hydraulic Calculations. Hydraulic calculations shall be performed for each sprinkler system, including a summary sheet, detailed work sheets and a graph sheet, in accordance with the procedures set forth in NFPA 13, NFPA 14 and by the local authorities.

b. Water Supply Information. Information regarding the available water supply shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 13.

7. Samples: Submit samples of all proposed types of sprinklers, including types of finishes available, and list where each sprinkler type and finish will be installed.

D. Prior to Final Acceptance

1. Operations and Maintenance Manuals

a. Provide loose-leaf manuals written, compiled, and edited specifically for this Project and the System installed. Unedited manufacturer’s product data sheets and/or equipment manuals are unacceptable as content for this submittal. Manuals shall contain, at a minimum, the following:

1) A detailed narrative description of the system, intended sequence of operations, expansion capability, application considerations and limitations.

2) A detailed description of routine maintenance required or recommended or as would be provided under a maintenance contract, including a testing and maintenance schedule and detailed testing and maintenance instructions for each type of device installed.

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3) Manufacturer’s product data sheets and installation manuals/instructions for all equipment installed, with detailed troubleshooting instructions.

4) A list of recommended spare parts.

5) Service directory that includes the main 24-hour emergency service telephone number and at least three

(3) alternate telephone numbers that are monitored on a 24-hour basis.

6) 11" x 17" reduced copies of the record drawings required below (Final submittal only).

7) Operator instructions for basic system operations including alarm acknowledgement, system shutdown, system reset, operation of controls, isolation of components for servicing, etc.

8) Copy of NFPA 25.

9) Copy of all test certificates and approvals.

10) A list of recommended spare parts.

11) A service directory, including a list of individual's names and telephone numbers to obtain service on the system, including emergency service as required elsewhere in these Specifications.

b. Draft O&M Manual: Within 180 days of authorization to proceed, the

Contractor shall submit the draft manual to the Contracting Officer / General Contractor for approval excluding test certificates and drawings. The draft manual will be reviewed for required content and approved or disapproved on that basis. Upon completion of the project, the Contractor shall revise the approved, preliminary manual to be consistent with the system as installed and specifically to coordinate the testing and maintenance schedule with the approved Contractor testing protocols and with the fire protection device numbers indicated on the Contractor's record drawings.

c. Final O&M Manual: Within 30 days of the completion of the work, copies of the approved manual with reduced drawings and test certificates shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

2. Contractor Record Drawings

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a. Subcontractor is to provide as-builts. All revised document submittals will have a written narrative to define changes from previous submittals. Typical drafting techniques such as ‘clouds’, ‘bubbles’, etc. are acceptable means of change tracking for submittals. As-built drawings shall include all Fire Protection (Sprinkler & Alarm). Locate all piping, valves, connection to existing water supplies, and sprinkler heads. Specific dimensional location of piping is often not included in the design documents.

To the extent that location can be determined from the design documents, the drawings will reflect that location.

b. If the Contractor's submittals, upon review by the Contracting

Officer / General Contractor do not conform to the requirements of these specifications, the Contractor shall be required to resubmit with modifications, within ten (10) working days of receipt of the Contracting Officer / General Contractor 's notification to the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for the Contracting Officer / General Contractor’s extra expenses for subsequent review of rejected submittals necessitated by the Contractor's failure to make the requested modifications. Such extra fees shall be deducted from payments by the Owner to the

3. Test Records: System certification and documentation of System and

System program pre-testing required by this Section shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer / General Contractor for review at least fourteen

(14) days prior to the final acceptance inspection and test.

4. Training Agenda: Submit a proposed training agenda for the Owner’s review at least fourteen (14) days prior to the final acceptance test.

1.08 EMERGENCY SERVICE

A. Emergency Service: During the installation and warranty period, the Contractor shall provide emergency repair service for the sprinkler system within four (4) hours of a request by the Owner or owner for such service. This service shall be provided on a 24-hour per day, seven days per week basis.

1.09 SPARE PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS

A. Spare parts and special tools shall be provided to the Owner prior to final acceptance, and be provided for each building.

B. Spare Parts: The Contractor shall install metal sprinkler cabinets containing a minimum total of six (6) sprinklers, of each type, finish and temperature rating used.

Contractor shall provide two (2) sets of sprinkler wrenches compatible with each type of sprinkler provided. The cabinets shall be installed at the locations approved by the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

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C. Special Tools: The Contractor shall supply the Owner with two (2) complete sets of special tools and equipment necessary to perform routine maintenance on the sprinkler systems.

PART 2 - SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

2.01 GENERAL

All equipment and system components furnished and installed shall be new and of first quality, and be listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), or approved by Factory Mutual (FM) for their intended use. All such equipment and system components shall be installed within the limitations of the respective UL listings or FM approvals.

2.02 PIPE AND FITTINGS - GENERAL

A. Pressure ratings: Pressure ratings of all fittings shall meet or exceed maximum working pressures available within the system.

B. Corrosion protection: All piping and hangers where exposed to the weather or installed in a corrosive atmosphere shall be protected against corrosion.

C. Fire Department Connections: Provide fire department connections with piping and check valves in the locations shown on the drawing. Provide check valves, if possible, at a low point prior to the exterior wall penetration. Do not locate valves above ceilings.

2.03 ABOVEGROUND PIPING COMPONENTS

A. Pipe Sizes 2.5 inches (65 mm) and Larger.

1. Piping shall be ASTM A795, Weight Class STD (Standard), Schedule 40

(except for Schedule 30 for pipe sizes 8 inches (200 mm) and greater in diameter), Type E or Type S, Grade A; black steel pipe. Steel pipe shall be joined by means of flanges welded to the pipe or mechanical grooved joints only. Piping shall not be joined by welding or weld fittings. Suction piping shall be galvanized on the inside per NFPA 20.

B. Piping Sizes 2 inches (50 mm) and Smaller

1. Steel Pipe: Steel piping shall be ASTM A 795, Weight Class STD

(Standard), Schedule 40, Type E or Type S, Grade A, steel pipe with threaded end connections. Fittings shall be ASME B16.39, Class 150, threaded fittings. Unions shall be ASME B16.39, Class 150, unions.

2. Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) Pipe is strictly prohibited.

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3. Schedule 10 and schedule 40 Equivalent pipe is strictly prohibited.

C. Pipe Hangers and Supports

Pipe hangers and support shall be listed in the UL Fire Prot Directory or FM Global Approval Guide and shall be the adjustable type. Finish of rods, nuts, washers, hangers, and supports shall be zinc-plated after fabrication. They shall be according to the manufacturers listing. Mixing of components between manufacturers is not permitted.

2.04 VALVES:

A. Control, standpipe fire department hose and system drain valves shall be of the following types:

1. Outside screw and yoke (OS&Y) gate valves.

2. Indicating-type butterfly valves with integral supervisory switches, whose entire assembly is ULI listed for use in sprinkler systems.

3. Pressure reducing valves where the system pressure exceeds 175 psi.

4. Butterfly valves shall not be used on incoming water services.

B. Check Valves

1. Swing type, rubber faced or wafer-type, spring-loaded butterfly check valve.

2. Provide automatic ball drip valve for check valves in fire department connections to discharge over an indirect drain connection or to the outside.

C. Drain Valves

1. Threaded bronze, anode, globe, ball, or butterfly valves equipped with reducer and hose connection with cap or connected to a drain line discharging to an approved outside location with ”downturn” elbow and concrete splash block or interior receptacle with air gap.

D. Self-Contained Test and Drain Valve

1. Prefabricated assembly listed for its use, including 3-position valve and indicators for “Off,” “Test,” and “Drain,” sight glass for viewing test flow, and various sized orifice inserts to simulate flow through 17/32 inch, ½ inch, 7/16 inch and 3/8 inch diameter sprinklers.

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2. Connect to a drain line discharging to an approved outside location with “downturn” elbow and concrete splash block or interior receptacle with air gap capable of accepting the volume of water from the test.

E. Post Indicator Valves

Post indicator valves (if used) shall be direct buried, made of cast iron body, resilient wedge construction, fusion epoxy lined and coated, non-rising stem with cast iron body, adjustable type and conforming to AWWA specifications. Post indicator shall be cast iron body, adjustable type and include non-breakable plastic windows to indicate the valve position. Post indicator valves shall have operating wrench attached to the post indicator. Valves are to be locked in the open position.

F. Listing: All valves must be ULI listed or FM approved for their intended use.

G. Signs: All water supply control valves and drain valves shall be permanently marked with metal signs to show their function and sprinkler system zone which they serve. Provide a valve chart to be mounted in the fire pump room and at the building fire alarm control panel.

H. Pressure Ratings: Pressure ratings of all valves shall meet or exceed maximum working pressures available within the system.

I. Supervision: All control valves shall be electrically supervised.

J. Access Panels: Provide and install access panels (minimum size 12-inches by 12-inches) for all control valves located above finished ceilings or concealed in walls.

Contracting Officer / General Contractor will select finish of access panels. Access panels installed in fire resistive construction shall be ULI listed and be of the types required for maintaining proper protection of assembly.

2.05 PIPE HANGERS AND OTHER SUPPORTS

A. General

1. Conform to NFPA 13.

B. Supplementary Structural Supports

1. Design, furnish, and install all supplementary supporting steel required for the installation of the fire protection piping and equipment, including angles, channels, beams, etc. Such steel may not be specifically indicated on the Contract Drawings.

C. Pipe Hangers and Supports

1. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 4-Inches and Smaller:

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a. Carbon steel, adjustable swivel ring with 3/8-inch minimum UL listed hanger rods.

b. Carbon steel, adjustable clevis, standard, with UL listed hanger rods.

2. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 4-Inches to 8-Inches:

a. Carbon steel, adjustable swivel ring with ½-inch minimum UL listed hanger rods.

b. Carbon steel, adjustable clevis, standard, with UL listed hanger

3. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 10 Inches and Greater:

a. Carbon steel, adjustable clevis, standard, with UL listed hanger

4. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers:

a. Manufactured steel channel system with manufacturer’s slotted interlocking pipe clamps with screw/nut securing and threaded hanger rods

b. Manufactured steel channels with welded spacers and threaded hanger rods.

5. Wall Supports:

a. Carbon steel wall bracket with hanger.

6. Vertical Supports:

a. Carbon steel riser clamp with bolts and concrete anchors for attachment to underside of concrete floor deck.

7. Floor Supports

a. Interior Pipe Stand: Carbon steel pipe saddle or steel angle, U-bolts with nuts and lock washers, support pipe with adjustable union, bolted floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support. All parts corrosion-resistant where ambient conditions dictate.

b. Exterior Multi-Feeder Pipe Stand: Steel angle, U-bolts with nuts and lock washers, support pipe with adjustable union, and pipe flange fastened to concrete footings with bolts. All parts shall be corrosion-resistant.

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D. Pipe Hanger Rods

1. Steel hanger rods, threaded at both ends, threaded at one end, or continuous threaded, complete with adjusting and locking nuts.

2. Size rods for individual hangers and trapeze supports as indicated in the following schedule:

PIPE SIZE ROD DIAMETER

Up to and including 4 inches 3/8 inch

5 inches through 8 inches ½ inch

10 inches through 12 inches 5/8 inch

E. Beam Clamps

1. MSS SP-69 Types 19 and 23 malleable black iron clamp for attachment to beam flange to 0.62 inches thick with retaining ring and threaded rod of 3/8, ½, and 5/8 inch diameter. Furnish with hardened steel cup point set screw.

2. MSS SP-69 Type 28 or Type 29 forged steel jaw-type steel clamp with tie rod to lock clamp in place, suitable for rod sized to 1 ½ inches diameter.

F. Concrete Inserts

1. Poured in place

a. MSS SP-69 Type 18 wedge-type to be constructed of black carbon steel body with a removable malleable iron nut that accepts threaded rod to 7/8-inch diameter. Wedge design to allow the insert to be held by concrete in compression to maximize the load carrying capacity.

b. MSS SP-69 Type 18 universal-type to be constructed of black malleable iron body with a removable malleable iron nut that accepts threaded rod to 7/8-inch diameter.

2. Drilled fasteners

a. Carbon steel expansion anchors, vibration resistant, with ASTM

B633 zinc platting. Use drill bit of same manufacturer as anchor.

G. Continuous Concrete Insert Channels

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1. Steel insets with an industry standard pre-galvanized finish, nominally 1- 5/8 inch deep by 1-3/8 inch long to suit the application, designed to be nailed to concrete forms and provide a linear slot for attaching other support devices.

2. Installed channels to provide a load rating of 2,000 pounds per foot in concrete.

3. Manufacturer’s standard brackets, inserts, and accessories designed for use with channel inserts may be used. Select insert length to accommodate all pipe sizes in the area.

H. Anchors

1. Use welded steel shapes, plates, and bars to secure piping to the building structure.

I. Equipment Stands

1. Use structural steel members welded to and supported by pipe supports.

Clean, prime, and coat with three-coat rust inhibiting alkyd paint or one-coat epoxy mastic. Where exposed to weather, treat with corrosion-resistant coatings.

J. Corrosion-Resistant Coatings

1. Factory coat supports and anchors used in corrosive atmospheres with hot dip galvanizing after fabrication in accordance with ASTM A123.

3. Mechanical galvanize threaded products in accordance with ASTM B695

Class 50.

3. Field cuts and damaged finishes shall be covered with zinc rich paint of comparable thickness to factory coating.

4. Corrosive atmospheres include, but are not limited to, exterior locations, food service/kitchen areas, and locker rooms.

2.06 SPRINKLERS

A. Types: The sprinklers temperature ratings, styles, material, and finish shall be pre-approved by the Contracting Officer / General Contractor. All sprinklers shall be of the “Quick Response” type.

B. Final Selection: The Contracting Officer / General Contractor will select finishes for all automatic sprinklers and escutcheons. Contractor to furnish sample sprinklers for evaluation by the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

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C. Uniformity: All sprinklers within a space shall be from the same manufacturer and have the same heat response element, including temperature rating and response characteristics.

D. Temperature Rating: It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to install sprinklers of the proper temperature rating as required by NFPA. Use Quick Response ordinary temperature heads for conditions areas with ambient temperatures below 95 degrees F. Use Quick Response intermediate temperature heads in all areas not conditioned with ambient temperatures above 95 degrees F.

E. Corrosion Resistance: Sprinklers located on exterior piping systems shall be corrosion resistant.

F. Sprinkler Escutcheons: Escutcheons shall be metal and be listed with the sprinklers for recessed sprinkler locations.

G. Sprinkler Orifice: All sprinklers shall be standard orifice sprinklers (1/2" orifice) unless specifically noted otherwise.

H. All sprinklers in finished areas shall be center of tile plus or minus 2 inches, unless approved by the Contracting Officer / General Contractor.

2.07 IDENTIFICATION SIGNS

A. Contractor shall furnish and install hydraulic calculation signs for each sprinkler zone. Contractor shall also provide identification signs for all valves installed under this section.

B. Required Information: Hydraulic calculation signs shall include all information indicated in Appendix A, NFPA 13-2013. Valve identification signs shall identify the function of the valve and the area served.

C. Description: Signs shall be rigid, flat steel or aluminum plaques with embossed enamel background and lettering. Signs shall be secured by chain or durable wire to each sprinkler zone control valve, or in an obvious location specifically approved by the Owner.

2.08 SUPERVISORY AND ALARM EQUIPMENT

A. All waterflow and valve supervisory switches shall be…