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This federal solicitation seeks construction services for a B-21 Mission Operations Planning Facility and a B-21 Field Detachment Training Facility to be built on a combined site at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. The solicitation includes building approximately 47,113 square feet of secure operations planning space and 57,328 square feet of secure maintenance training and classroom space to support emerging B-21 aircraft operations. The project will construct spaces meeting Intelligence Community Directive/Intelligence Community Standard 705 security requirements and include associated site work, utilities, and infrastructure. The solicitation also may include options for fixtures, furnishings and equipment; intrusion detection systems; access control systems; uninterrupted power supply; and closed-circuit television systems. The Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Omaha is the contracting agency. The response due date is not specified in this document.

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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

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14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

PAGE OF PAGES

6. ISSUED BY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)

CODE

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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Amendment No. 0008 W9128F

COMBINED MPF and FTD

PNFXBM1088037 & PNFXBM1088018, ELLSWORTH AFB, SOUTH DAKOTA

See attached documentation for content of the amendment revisions to solicitation.

Date for receipt of proposals is 03 FEB 2022 at 1400 hours

Government Point of Contact: Scott Dwyer,Contract Specialist (402) 995-2584

U.S ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, OMAHA DISTRICT

CONTRACTING OFFICE

1616 CAPITOL AVE.

OMAHA, NE 68102-4901

See Item 6

W9128F-21-R-0032

01/26/2022

10/22/2021

Am #0008 - 2 (Continuation SF 30)

26 JAN 2022

Solicitation No. W9128F21R0032

Date of Issue: 22 OCT 2021 Date of Receiving Proposals: 03 FEB 2022

SUBJECT: Amendment No. 0008 to Request for Proposal Solicitation Package for Construction of Combined MPF and FTD at Ellsworth AFB, SOUTH DAKOTA

TO: Prospective Offerors and Others Concerned

1. The specifications and drawings for subject project are hereby modified as follows (revise all specification indices, attachment lists, and drawing indices accordingly).

a. Specifications (New and/or Revised and Reissued). Delete and substitute or add specification pages or sections as noted below. The substituted pages or sections are revised and reissued with this amendment. For convenience, on the revised specification pages, changes have been identified by “[*Am- 8]”(underlining of added text and/or strikeout of deleted text).

Pages or Sections Deleted Pages or Sections Substituted or Added

SPECS VOLUME II

08 41 13 08 41 13* 21 13 13 21 13 13* 27 41 00 27 41 00*

SPECS VOLUME III

28 10 05 28 10 05*

b. Drawings (Reissued). The following drawings are revised with latest revision date as shown in the drawing border and reissued with this amendment.

MPF DRAWINGS VOLUME II

1) SHEET EL102 – LIGHTING PLAN – AREA B

2) SHEET EL103 – LIGHTING PLAN – AREA C

3) SHEET EL104 – LIGHTING PLAN – AREA D

4) SHEET EP102 – POWER PLAN – AREA B

5) SHEET EP103 – POWER PLAN – AREA C

FTD DRAWINGS VOLUME II

1) SHEET TY604, Plan and Note Edits

2. This amendment is a part of the proposing papers and its receipt shall be acknowledged. All other conditions and requirements of the request for proposal remain unchanged.

3. Electronic Proposal/Email. See Section 00 22 00 for how to submit electronic proposals.

4. Electric Offers will be received until 2:00 p.m., local time at place of receiving proposals, 03 FEB 2022, as stated in the Request For Proposal.

Am #0008 - 3 (Continuation SF 30)

Attachments:

Spec Pages listed in 1.a. above Dwgs. listed in 1.b. above (provided under separate cover)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District 1616 Capitol Avenue Omaha, Nebraska 68102-4901

26 JAN 2022

jmh/2181

(Mission) Operations Planning Facility (MPF) - Ellsworth AFB, SD EL92

SECTION 08 41 13

ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS

08/18

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

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.

ALUMINUM ASSOCIATION (AA)

AA DAF45 (2003; Reaffirmed 2009) Designation System for Aluminum Finishes

AMERICAN ARCHITECTURAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (AAMA)

AAMA 501 (2015) Methods of Test for Exterior Walls

AAMA 611 (2014) Voluntary Specification for Anodized Architectural Aluminum

AAMA 800 (2016) Voluntary Specifications and Test Methods for Sealants

AAMA 1503 (2009) Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors and Glazed Wall Sections

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS (ASCE)

ASCE 7 (2017) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM B221 (2014) Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes

ASTM E283 (2004; R 2012) Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen

ASTM E330/E330M (2014) Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference

ASTM E331 (2000; R 2016) Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference

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ASTM E783 (2002; R 2018) Standard Test Method for Field Measurement of Air Leakage Through Installed Exterior Windows and Doors

ASTM E1105 (2015) Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls, by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference

ASTM E1424 (1991; R 2016) Standard Test Method for Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure and Temperature Differences Across the Specimen

ASTM E1886 (2019) Standard Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure Differentials

ASTM F1642/F1642M (2017) Standard Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems Subject to Airblast Loadings

BUILDERS HARDWARE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (BHMA)

ANSI/BHMA A156.10 (2017) Power Operated Pedestrian Doors

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

ICC IBC (2018) International Building Code

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA)

FS TT-P-645 (Rev C) Primer, Paint, Zinc-Molybdate, Alkyd Type

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 325 (2017) UL Standard for Safety Door, Drapery, Gate, Louver, and Window Operators and Systems

1.2 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Materials in this technical specification may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements. See Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING for project requirements.

1.3 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1.3.1 Pre-Installation Meetings

Conduct a meeting before installation begins to verify the project requirements, substrate conditions, manufacturer's installation instructions, and manufacturer's warranty requirements.

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Within 30 days of the Contract Award, submit the following for review and approval by the Contracting Officer:

a. List of product installations .

b. Sample warranty .

c. Finish and color samples .

d. Manufacturer's catalog data .

Concurrently submit certified test reports showing compliance with specified performance characteristics and UL 325 for the following:

a. Wind Load (Resistance) in accordance with AAMA 501.

b. Deflection in accordance with ASTM F1642/F1642M .

c. Condensation Resistance and Thermal Transmittance Performance Requirements in accordance with AAMA 1503.

d. Water Infiltration in accordance with ASTM E331.

e. Structural Requirements in accordance with ASTM F1642/F1642M .

1.4 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. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Sample Warranty ; G

List of Product Installations ; G

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Installation Drawings ; G AE

Fabrication Drawings ; G AE

SD-03 Product Data

Manufacturer's Catalog Data ; G AE

Finish ; G AE

Recycled Content of Aluminum Material

SD-04 Samples

Finish and Color Samples ; G

SD-06 Test Reports

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Certified Test Reports ; G AE

Air Infiltration ; G AE

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Manufacturer's Instructions

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Manufacturer's Product Warranty

1.5 QUALITY CONTROL

1.5.1 Qualifications

1.5.1.1 Installer Qualifications

Provide documentation of the installer's experience in performing the work specified in this section.

Ensure that the installers are specialized in work similar to that required for this project, and that they are acceptable to product manufacturer.

1.5.1.2 Manufacturer Qualifications

Ensure that manufacturers meet the requirements specified in this section and project drawings.

Ensure that the manufacturer is capable of providing field service representation during construction, approving acceptable installers and approving application methods.

1.5.2 Single-Source Responsibility

When aluminum entrances are part of a building enclosure system, that includes storefront framing, entrance doors, and related products, provide building enclosure system products from a single-source manufacturer.

Use a single source manufacturer with sole responsibility for providing design, structural engineering, and custom fabrication for door portal systems and for supplying components, materials, and products. Do not use products provided from numerous sources for assembly at the site. Ensure that the following work items and components are fabricated or supplied by a single source are:

a. Door operating hardware to be installed on or within door portals as specified in Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

b. Glass as specified in Section 08 81 00 GLAZING.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.6.1 Ordering

To avoid construction delays, comply with the manufacturer's lead-time requirements and instructions for ordering.

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1.6.2 Packing, Shipping, Handling and Unloading

Deliver materials in the manufacturer's original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact.

1.6.3 Storage and Protection

Store materials in a way that protects them from exposure to harmful weather conditions. Avoid damaging the storefront material and components during handling. Protect storefront material against damage from elements, construction activities, and other hazards before, during, and after storefront installation.

Do not use adhesive papers or sprayed coatings that become firmly bonded when exposed to sunlight. Do not leave coating residue on surfaces.

1.7 PROJECT / SITE CONDITIONS

1.7.1 Field Measurements

Verify actual measurements or openings by taking field measurements before fabrication; record these measurements on shop drawings. To avoid construction delays, coordinate field measurements, and fabrication schedule with construction progress.

1.8 WARRANTY

Provide a written manufacturer's warranty, executed by a company official, warranting against defects in materials and products for 5 years from the date of shipment. Warrant that the door corner construction is for the life of the project. Provide a written installer's warranty, warranting work to be watertight and free from defective materials, defective workmanship, and glass breakage as a result of defective design, and agreeing to replace components that fail within 5 years.

The warranty states the following:

a. Watertight and airtight system installation is completed within specified tolerances.

b. The completed installation remains free of rattles, wind whistles and noise caused by thermal movement and wind pressure.

c. System is structurally sound and free from distortion.

d. Glass and glazing gaskets will not break or "pop" from frames as a result of design, wind load pressure, movement caused by expansion or contraction, or structural loading.

e. Glazing sealants and gaskets remain free of abnormal deterioration or dislocation as a result of sunlight, weather, or oxidation.

Provide a written thermal integrity warranty for 10 years from ship date against thermal barrier system failure resulting from the following:

a. Longitudinal and transverse thermal barrier shrinkage.

b. Thermal barrier cracking.

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c. Structural failure of the thermal barrier material.

d. Loss of adhesion or loss of prescribed edge pressure on glazing material, resulting in excessive air and water infiltration.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Provide aluminum entrances, with glass and glazing, door hardware, and components.

Aluminum entrances include impact resistance entrances; wide stile, thermally broken, 2 inch depth, for interior structural silicone glaze, for high-traffic/impact-resistant applications. Doors must accommodate glass thickness as indicated in Section 08 81 00 GLAZING.

2.1.1 Design Requirements for Aluminum (Entrances and Components)

Provide a door portal system designed to withstand the following loads without breakage, loss, failure of seals, product deterioration, or other defects.

a. Dead and Live Loads: Determined by ASCE 7 and calculated in accordance with applicable codes.

b. Seismic Loads: Design and install the system to comply with the seismic requirements for the project location in accordance with Section 1613 of the International Building Code, ICC IBC .

c. Wind Loads: Design and install the system so that the effects of wind load acting inward and outward normal to the plane of the wall are in accordance with ASTM E330/E330M .

d. Thermal Loads And Movement:

(1) Ambient Temperature Range: 120 degrees F .

(2) Material Surfaces Range: 180 degrees F .

e. Water and Air Resistance: Provide weatherstripping, exterior gaskets, sealants, and other accessories to resist water and air penetration.

f. Impact-Protective Systems Provide an impact-protective system in accordance with ASTM E1886.

2.1.1.1 Material Standard

ASTM B221; 6063-T5 alloy and tempered.

2.1.1.2 Recycled Content

Provide aluminum framed entrances and storefronts that have a minimum of 20 percent recycled content based upon the aluminum billet used in the original material. Provide data indicating percentage of recycled content of aluminum material .

2.1.1.3 Sealants

[*Am-8]

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Provide either ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) elastomeric extrusions or thermoplastic elastomer glazing gaskets. Structural silicone sealant is required.

Internal Sealants: Provide sealants that according to the manufacturer will remain permanently elastic, tacky, non-drying, non-migrating, and weather tight.

2.1.1.4 Thermal Barrier

Use a rigid, structural thermal barrier to separate all exterior aluminum from interior aluminum. For purposes of this specification, a structural thermal barrier is defined as a system that transfers shear during bending and, therefore, promotes composite action between the exterior and interior extrusions. Do not use a nonstructural thermal barrier. Ensure that the thermal barrier provides a structural connection between the two sides of the door.

2.2 FABRICATION

Provide the following information when submitting fabrication drawings for custom fabrications:

a. Indicate elevations, detailed design, dimensions, member profiles, joint locations, arrangement of units, and member connections.

b. Show the following items:

(1) Details of special shapes.

(2) Reinforcing.

(3) Anchorage system.

(4) Interfacing with building construction.

(5) Provisions for expansion and contraction.

(6) Thermal breaks.

c. Indicate typical glazing details and internal sealant requirements as recommended by the sealant manufacturer.

d. Clearly indicate locations of exposed fasteners and joints.

e. Clearly show where and how the manufacturer's system deviates from Contract drawings and these specifications.

2.2.1 Entrance System Fabrication

Provide door corner construction consisting of mechanical clip fastening, SIGMA deep penetration plug welds and 1-1/8 inch long fillet welds inside and outside all four corners. Provide a hook-in type exterior glazing stop with EPDM glazing gaskets reinforced with non-stretchable cord.

Provide an interior glazing stop that is mechanically fastened to the door member and that incorporates a silicone-compatible spacer used with silicone sealant.

Accurately fit and secure joints and corners. Make joints hairline in

SECTION 08 41 13 Page 7 appearance. Remove burrs and smooth edges. Prepare components with internal reinforcement for door hardware. Arrange fasteners and attachments so that they are concealed from view.

Separate dissimilar metals with protective coating or pre-formed separators to prevent contact and corrosion.

2.2.2 Shop Assembly

Fabricate and assemble units with joints only at the intersection of aluminum members with hairline joints; rigidly secure these units, and seal them in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

2.2.2.1 Welding

Conceal welds on aluminum members in accordance with AWS recommendations or methods recommended by the manufacturer. Members showing welding bloom or discoloration on finish or material distortion will be rejected by the Contacting Officer.

2.2.3 Finish

Before fabrication, clean the units and give them a AA-M-10-C22-A41 clear (natural) anodized finish in accordance with the requirements of the AA DAF45. The finish thickness is A42, 0.7 mil or greater.

a. Clear Anodized; Conforming to AA-M12C22A31 and AAMA 611.

(1) Architectural Class II.

(2) Etched, medium matte.

(3) Clear anodic coating, 0.7 minimum thickness.

2.2.4 Fabrication Tolerance

Fabricate and assemble units with joints only at intersection of aluminum members with hairline joints; rigidly secure these units, and seal them in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

Fabricate aluminum entrances in accordance with the entrance manufacturer's prescribed tolerances.

2.3 MATERIALS

2.3.1 Sealants

Refer to Section 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS. Ensure that all sealants conform to AAMA 800.

2.3.2 Glass

Refer to Section 08 81 00 GLAZING.

2.4 ACCESSORIES

2.4.1 Fasteners

Provide stainless steel fasteners in areas where the fasteners are exposed.

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Use non-corrosive and compatible fasteners with components being fastened. Do not use exposed fasteners, except where unavoidable for application of hardware.

In areas where fasteners are not exposed, use aluminum, non-magnetic stainless steel, or other materials warranted by the manufacturer.

For exposed locations, provide countersunk Phillips head screws when items with a matching finish are fastened. For concealed locations, provide the manufacturer's standard fasteners.

Provide nuts or washers that have been designed with a means to prevent disengagement; do not deform fastener threads.

2.4.2 Perimeter Anchors

When steel anchors are used, provide insulation between steel material and aluminum material to prevent galvanic action.

2.4.2.1 Inserts and Anchorage Devices

Provide manufacturer's standard formed or fabricated assemblies, steel or aluminum, of shapes, plates, bars, or tubes. Shop-coat steel assemblies after fabrication with an alkyd zinc chromate primer complying with

FS TT-P-645 .

2.4.3 Standard Entrance Hardware

2.4.3.1 Weatherstripping

Equip meeting stiles on pairs of doors with an adjustable astragal using wool pile with a polymeric fin.

Provide door weatherstripping on a single-acting offset pivot or butt-hung door and frame (single or pairs) consisting of a thermoplastic elastomer weatherstripping on a tubular shape with a semi-rigid polymeric backing.

Provide sill-sweep strips per Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

2.4.3.2 Threshold

Provide per Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

2.4.3.3 Offset Hinges

Provide per Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

2.4.3.4 Panic Device

Provide per Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

2.4.3.5 Closer

Provide per Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

3.1.1 Site Verification of Conditions

Verify that the condition of substrate previously installed under other sections is acceptable for product installation in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Verify that openings are sized to receive the storefront system and that the sill is level in accordance with the manufacturer's acceptable tolerances.

3.2 PREPARATION

Field verify dimensions before fabricating components for the door portal assembly.

Coordinate electrical requirements for automatic door assemblies to ensure proper power source, conduit, wiring, and boxes.

3.2.1 Adjacent Surfaces Protection

Protect adjacent work areas and finish surfaces from damage during product installation.

3.2.2 Aluminum Surface Protection

Protect aluminum surfaces from contact with lime, mortar, cement, acids, and other harmful contaminants.

3.3 INSTALLATION

Submit installation drawings for review and approval.

Install the entrance system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the AAMA storefront and entrance guide specifications manual. Attach the entrance system to the structure, allowing it to be adjusted to accommodate construction tolerances and other irregularities.

Provide alignment attachments and shims to permanently fasten the system to the building structure. Align the assembly so that it is plumb and level, and free of warp and twist. Maintain assembly dimensional tolerances aligning with adjacent work.

Set thresholds in a bed of mastic and secure the thresholds. Protect aluminum members in contact with masonry, steel, concrete, or dissimilar materials using nylon pads or a bituminous coating. Shim and brace the aluminum system before anchoring the system to the structure. Verify that weep holes are open, and the metal joints are sealed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Seal metal-to-metal joints using a sealant recommended by the system manufacturer.

3.3.1 Tolerances

Ensure that tolerances for wall thickness and other cross-sectional dimensions of entrance members are nominal and in compliance with Aluminum Standards and Data, published by the Aluminum Association.

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3.3.2 Adjusting

Adjust operating hardware for smooth operation, and as recommended by the manufacturer.

3.3.3 Related Products Installation Requirements

3.3.3.1 Sealants (Perimeter)

Refer to Section 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS.

3.3.3.2 Glass

Refer to Section 08 81 00 GLAZING.

3.3.3.3 Hardware

Refer to Section 08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.4.1 Air Infiltration

Test air infiltration in accordance with ASTM E783.

Submit certified test reports showing compliance with specified performance characteristics as follows:

a. For single-acting offset pivot, butt hung, or continuous geared hinge entrances in the closed and locked position, test the specimen in accordance with ANSI/BHMA A156.10 , and ASTM E283 at a pressure differential of 1.57 psf for pairs of doors; ensure that maximum infiltration for a pair of 7 foot by 8 foot entrance doors and frame is

1.2 cfm/square foot .

b. Ensure the maximum allowable infiltration for a completed storefront system does not exceed 0.06 cfm/square foot when tested in accordance with ASTM E1424 at a differential static pressure of 6.24 psf .

3.4.2 Wind Loads

Provide a completed storefront system capable of withstanding wind pressure loads, normal to the wall plane indicated, as follows:

a. Exterior Walls:

(1) Positive Pressure: See structural drawings.

(2) Negative Pressure: See structural drawings.

b. Interior Walls: See structural drawings.

3.4.3 Deflection

Submit certified test reports showing that the maximum allowable deflection in a member when tested in accordance with ASTM E330/E330M with allowable stress is L/175 or 3/4 inches maximum.

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3.4.4 Condensation Resistance and Thermal Transmittance

Submit certified test reports showing compliance with specified performance characteristics as follows:

a. U-Value Requirements:

(1) Perform test in accordance with the AAMA 1503 procedure and on the configuration specified therein.

(2) Thermal Transmittance ("U" Value) maximum 0.65 (6250) BTU/hr/sf/deg F at 15 mph exterior wind.

b. CRF Class Requirements:

(1) Perform a test in accordance with AAMA 1503.

(2) Condensation Resistance Factor Requirements (CRF) minimum 85.

3.4.5 Water Infiltration

Submit certified test reports showing that the system is designed to provide no uncontrolled water when tested in accordance with ASTM E1105 at a static pressure of 8 psf . Each exterior door shall be tested and repeat the test until each door passes the test.

3.5 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

3.5.1 Protection

Protect the installed product's finish surfaces from damage during construction. Protect the aluminum storefront system from damage from grinding and polishing compounds, plaster, lime, acid, cement, or other harmful contaminants.

3.5.2 Cleaning

Repair or replace damaged installed products. Clean installed products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions before acceptance remove excess mastic, mastic smears, and other foreign materials. Remove construction debris from the project site and legally dispose of this debris.

3.6 WARRANTY

Submit three signed copies of the manufacturer's product warranty for the entrance system as follows:

a. Warranty Period: Five years from Date of Substantial Completion of the project, provided that the Limited Warranty begins no later than six months from the date of shipment by the manufacturer. In addition, support welded door corner construction with a limited lifetime warranty for the life of the door under normal use.

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Ensure that the Warranty's language is identical to the "As Approved" version of the sample warranty submitted to and returned from the Contracting Officer.

-- End of Section --

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SECTION 21 13 13

WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, FIRE PROTECTION

08/20

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

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.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)

ASME B16.1 (2015) Gray Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings Classes 25, 125, and 250

ASME B16.3 (2016) Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 and 300

ASME B16.4 (2016) Standard for Gray Iron Threaded Fittings; Classes 125 and 250

ASME B16.21 (2016) Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets for Pipe Flanges

ASME B18.2.2 (2015) Nuts for General Applications:

Machine Screw Nuts, Hex, Square, Hex Flange, and Coupling Nuts (Inch Series)

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SANITARY ENGINEERING (ASSE)

ASSE 1015 (2011) Performance Requirements for Double Check Backflow Prevention Assemblies and Double Check Fire Protection Backflow Prevention Assemblies - (ANSI approved 2010)

AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)

AWWA C220 (2012) Stainless-Steel pipe, 1/2 in (13mm) and Larger

AWWA M14 (2015) Manual: Recommended Practice for Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A47/A47M (1999; R 2018; E 2018) Standard Specification for Ferritic Malleable Iron Castings

ASTM A53/A53M (2018) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

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ASTM A135/A135M (2009; R2014) Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Steel Pipe

ASTM A153/A153M (2016) Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware

ASTM A183 (2014; R 2020) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Track Bolts and Nuts

ASTM A193/A193M (2019) Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature Service and Other Special Purpose Applications

ASTM A449 (2014) Standard Specification for Hex Cap Screws, Bolts, and Studs, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105/90 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength, General Use

ASTM A536 (1984; R 2019; E 2019) Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings

ASTM A563 (2015) Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts

ASTM F436 (2011) Hardened Steel Washers

FM GLOBAL (FM)

FM APP GUIDE (updated on-line) Approval Guide http://www.approvalguide.com/

MANUFACTURERS STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY OF THE VALVE AND FITTINGS

INDUSTRY (MSS)

MSS SP-71 (2018) Gray Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 13 (2019) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA 24 (2019) Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances

NFPA 291 (2019) Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants

NFPA 1963 (2019) Standard for Fire Hose Connections

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

UFC 3-600-01 (2016; with Change 5, 2020) Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities

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UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 668 (2004; Reprint Jul 2016) UL Standard for Safety Hose Valves for Fire-Protection Service

UL Bld Mat Dir (Updated continuously online) Building Materials Directory

UL Fire Prot Dir (2012) Fire Protection Equipment Directory; http://productspec.ul.com

1.1.1 Related Sections

In addition, refer to the following sections for related work and coordination:

Section 28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM, ADDRESSABLE

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Furnish piping offsets, fittings, and any other accessories as required to provide a complete installation and to eliminate interference with other construction. Install sprinkler system over and under ducts, piping and platforms when such equipment can negatively effect or disrupt the sprinkler discharge pattern and coverage. Provide wet pipe sprinkler system in areas indicated on the Drawings. Except as modified herein, the system shall be designed and installed in accordance with UFC 3-600-01 , NFPA 24 , and NFPA 13 . Pipe sizes which are not indicated on the Contract drawings must be determined by hydraulic calculations. Design any portions of the sprinkler system that are not indicated on the Drawings including locating sprinklers, piping and equipment, and size piping and equipment when this information is not indicated on the Drawings or is not specified herein. The design of the sprinkler system shall be based on hydraulic calculations, and the other provisions specified herein.

1.2.1 Hydraulic Design

Hydraulically design the system to discharge minimum densities indicated on the Drawings. Hydraulic calculations shall be in accordance with the Area/Density method of NFPA 13 .

1.2.1.1 Basis for Calculations

Perform a hydrant flow test, and incorporate this test into the hydraulic calculations. Hydrant flow testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 291 , and the results of the testing shall be submitted as indicated in NFPA 291 Figure 4.11.2.

1.2.1.2 Hydraulic Calculations

Submit hydraulic calculations, including a drawing showing hydraulic reference points and pipe segments and as outlined in NFPA 13 , except that calculations shall be performed by computer using software intended specifically for fire protection system design using the design data shown on the Drawings. Software that uses k-factors for typical branch lines is not acceptable. Calculations shall be based on the water supply data obtained from Section 1.2.1.1 to substantiate that the design area used in

SECTION 21 13 13 Page 3 the calculations is the most demanding hydraulically. Water supply curves and system requirements shall be plotted on semi-logarithmic graph paper so as to present a summary of the complete hydraulic calculation. Provide a summary sheet listing sprinklers in the design area and their respective hydraulic reference points, elevations, actual discharge pressures and actual flows. Elevations of hydraulic reference points (nodes) shall be indicated. Documentation shall identify each pipe individually and the nodes connected thereto. Indicate the diameter, length, flow, velocity, friction loss, number and type fittings, total friction loss in the pipe, equivalent pipe length and Hazen-Williams coefficient for each pipe. For gridded systems, calculations shall show peaking of demand area friction loss to verify that the hydraulically most demanding area is being used.

Also for gridded systems, a flow diagram indicating the quantity and direction of flows shall be included. A drawing showing hydraulic reference points (nodes) and pipe designations used in the calculations shall be included and shall be independent of Shop Drawings.

1.2.2 Sprinkler Coverage

Sprinklers must be uniformly spaced on branch lines. Provide coverage throughout 100 percent of the building. This includes, but is not limited to, electrical and mechanical spaces. Coverage per sprinkler must be in accordance with NFPA 13 , except extended coverage sprinklers are not permitted.

1.2.3 Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE)

Perform work specified in this Section under the supervision of and certified by the Qualified Fire Protection Engineer who is an individual who has passed the fire protection engineering written examination administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveys (NCEES). Submit the name and documentation of certification of the proposed QFPE, no later than 14 days after the Notice to Proceed and prior to the submittal of the Sprinkler System Drawings and hydraulic calculations. The QFPE shall prepare and submit a list of the fire protection related submittals, no later than 7 days after the approval of the QFPE, from the Contract Submittal Register that relate to the successful installation of the sprinkler systems. The submittals identified on this list shall be accompanied by a letter of approval signed and dated by the QFPE when submitted to the Government. The QFPE shall be regularly engaged in the design and installation of the type and complexity of system specified in the Contract Documents, and shall have served in a similar capacity for at least three systems that have performed in the manner intended for a period of not less than 6 months.

This individual shall be responsible for all DIVISION 21, Section 28 31 76

INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM, ADDRESSABLE

Specifications, Life Safety matters, and other requirements of UFC 3-600-01 .

Multiple QFPEs are not permitted.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation.

Shop drawings (SD-02), product data (SD-03) and calculations (SD-05) must be prepared by the designer and combined and submitted as one complete package. The QFPE must review the SD-02/SD-03/SD-05 submittal package for completeness and compliance with the Contract provisions prior to submission to the Government. The QFPE must provide a Letter of Confirmation that they have reviewed the submittal package for compliance

SECTION 21 13 13 Page 4 with the contract provisions. This letter must include their professional engineer stamp and signature. Partial submittals and submittals not reviewed by the QFPE will be returned disapproved without review.

Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

AE - A/E Firm

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE) ; G AE

Sprinkler System Installer ; G AE

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Shop Drawings ; G AE

SD-03 Product Data

Materials and Equipment ; G AE

Preliminary Tests ; G AE

Preliminary Acceptance Test ; G AE

On-site Training ; G AE

SD-05 Design Data

Seismic Bracing ; G AE

Hydraulic Calculations ; G AE

SD-06 Test Reports

Preliminary Acceptance Test Report ; G RO

Final Acceptance Test ; G RO

SD-07 Certificates

Inspection Certification by the QFPE ; G RO

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Operating and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals ; G AE

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Preconstruction Submittals

Within 36 days of contract award and prior to commencing work on site, the prime Contractor must submit SD-01. SD-02, SD-03 and SD-05 submittals received prior to the review and approval of the qualifications will be returned Disapproved Without Review.

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1.4.1.1 Shop Drawings

Shop Drawings shall conform to the requirements established by working plans as prescribed in NFPA 13 . Submit 3 copies of the Sprinkler System Shop Drawings, no later than 90 days prior to the start of sprinkler system installation. Drawings shall include plan and elevation views demonstrating that the requirement will fit the allotted spaces with clearance for installation and maintenance. Each set of Drawings shall include the following:

1. A descriptive index with Drawings listed in sequence by Drawing Number. A legend sheet identifying device symbols, nomenclature, and conventions used in the package.

2. Floor plans drawn to a scale not less than 1/8-inch equals 1-foot clearly showing locations of sprinklers, risers, pipe hangers, seismic bracing assemblies, inspector's test connections, drains, and other applicable details necessary to clearly describe the proposed arrangement. Each type of fitting used and the locations of bushings, reducing couplings, and welded joints shall be indicated. For large uniform areas with uniform layout a scale less than 1/8 is acceptable.

3. Actual center-to-center dimensions between sprinklers on branch lines and between branch lines; from end sprinklers to adjacent walls; from walls to branch lines; from sprinkler feed mains, cross mains and branch lines to finished floor and roof or ceiling. A detail must show the dimension from the sprinkler and sprinkler deflector to the ceiling in finished areas.

4. Longitudinal and transverse building sections showing typical branch line and cross main pipe routing as well as elevation of each typical sprinkler above finished floor.

1.4.1.2 Product Data

The data must be highlighted to show model, size, options, and other pertinent information, that are intended for consideration. Data must be adequate to demonstrate compliance with all contract requirements.

Product data for all equipment must be combined into a single submittal.

1.4.2 Qualifications

1.4.2.1 Sprinkler System Installer

The sprinkler system installer must be regularly engaged in the installation of the type and complexity of system specified in the Contract Documents, and must have served in a similar capacity for at least three systems that have performed in the manner intended for a period of not less than 6 months. Submit the name and documentation of certification of the proposed Sprinkler System Installer, concurrent with submittal for the QFPE.

1.4.3 Regulatory Requirements

Equipment and material must be listed or approved. Listed or approved, as used in this Section, means listed, labeled or approved by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) such as UL Fire Prot Dir or

FM APP GUIDE.

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1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

All equipment delivered and placed in storage shall be housed in a manner to preclude any damages from the humidity and temperature variations, dirt and dust, or other contaminants. All pipes must be either capped or plugged until installed.

1.6 EXTRA MATERIALS

Submit spare parts data for each different item of materials and equipment specified. The data shall include a complete list of parts and supplies, with current unit prices and source of supply, and a list of parts recommended by the manufacturer to be replaced after 1 year and 3 years of service. Include a list of special tools and test equipment required for maintenance and testing of the products supplied.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

2.1.1 Standard Products

Provide materials and equipment which are standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products and that essentially duplicate items that have been in satisfactory use for at least 2 years prior to bid opening. Submit manufacturer's catalog data included with the Sprinkler System Drawings for all items specified herein. Highlight the data to show model, size, options, etc., that are intended for consideration. Data shall be adequate to demonstrate compliance with all Contract Requirements. In addition, provide a complete equipment list that includes equipment description, model number and quantity.

2.1.2 Requirements for Fire Protection Service

Provide materials and equipment that have been tested by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., and are listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or approved by Factory Mutual and listed in FM APP GUIDE. Where the terms "listed" or "approved" appear in this specification, such shall mean listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or FM APP GUIDE. Submit manufacturer's catalog data included with the Sprinkler System Drawings for all items specified herein. The data shall be highlighted to show model, size, options, etc., that are intended for consideration. Data shall be adequate to demonstrate compliance with all contract requirements. In addition, provide a complete equipment list that includes equipment description, model number and quantity. All components shall be pressure rated for the maximum system pressure of that portion of the system.

2.1.3 Nameplates

All equipment shall have the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, model or serial number, catalog number, date of installation, installing Contractor's name and address, and the contract number provided on a new name plate permanently affixed to the item or equipment. Nameplates must be etched metal or plastic, permanently attached by screws to control units, panels or adjacent walls.

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2.2 UNDERGROUND PIPING COMPONENTS

2.2.1 Pipe

Piping from a point 1 foot above the floor to a point 5 feet outside the building wall shall be an in-building stainless steel, one piece riser with a rated pressure of 175 psi conforming to AWWA C220. Welding in the field is not permitted. Provide for welding and hydrostatically testing the stainless steel pipe at the fabrication shop or manufacturer. Piping more than 5 feet outside the building walls must comply with Section

33 11 00 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING.

2.3 ABOVEGROUND PIPING COMPONENTS

2.3.1 Steel Piping Components

2.3.1.1 Steel Pipe

Except as modified herein, steel pipe must be black as permitted by NFPA 13 and conform to the applicable provisions of ASTM A53/A53M, ASTM A135/A135M or ASTM A153/A153M .

Piping 2 in. and less must be minimum schedule 40. Piping larger than 2

in. must be minimum schedule 10. Pipe in which threads or grooves are cut or rolled formed shall be Schedule 40. Pipe shall be marked with the name of the manufacturer, kind of pipe, and ASTM designation.

2.3.1.2 Fittings

Fittings shall be cast-iron conforming to ASME B16.4 , malleable-iron conforming to ASME B16.3 or ductile-iron conforming to ASTM A536.

Plain-end fittings with mechanical couplings, fittings that use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe, steel press fittings and field welded fittings are not permitted. Fittings, mechanical couplings, and rubber gaskets must be supplied by the same manufacturer. Fittings into which sprinklers, drop nipples, or riser nipples (sprigs) are screwed shall be threaded type.

2.3.1.3 Grooved Mechanical Joints and Fittings

Joints and fittings must be designed for not less than 175 psi service and the product of the same manufacturer. Field welded fittings must not be used. Fitting and coupling housing must be malleable-iron conforming to ASTM A47/A47M, Grade 32510; ductile-iron conforming to ASTM A536, Grade 65-45-12. Rubber gasketed grooved-end pipe and fittings with mechanical couplings are permitted in pipe sizes 2 inches and larger. Gasket must be the flush type that fills the entire cavity between the fitting and the pipe. Nuts and bolts must be heat-treated steel conforming to ASTM A183 and must be cadmium-plated or zinc-electroplated.

2.3.1.4 Flanges

Flanges must conform to NFPA 13 and ASME B16.1 . Gaskets must be non-asbestos compressed material in accordance with ASME B16.21 , 1/16-inch thick, and full face or self-centering flat ring type.

2.3.1.5 Bolts, Nut, Washers

Bolts shall be conform to ASTM A449, Type 1 and shall extend no less than

SECTION 21 13 13 Page 8 three full threads beyond the nut with bolts tightened to the required torque. Nuts shall be hexagon type conforming to ASME B18.2.2 ;

ASTM A193/A193M , Grade 5; or ASTM A563, Grade C3 or DH3. Washers shall meet the requirements of ASTM F436. Flat circular washers shall be provided under all bolt heads and nuts.

2.3.2 Pipe Hangers

Hangers shall be listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or FM APP GUIDE and of the type suitable for the application, construction, and pipe type and sized to be supported.

2.3.3 Valves

2.3.3.1 Control Valve

Manually operated sprinkler control and gate valve shall be outside stem and yoke (OS&Y) type and shall be listed in UL Bld Mat Dir or FM APP GUIDE.

2.3.3.2 Check Valves

Check valve 2 inches and larger shall be listed in UL Bld Mat Dir or FM APP GUIDE. Check valves 4 inches and larger must be of the swing type, have a clear waterway and meet the requirements of MSS SP-71 , for Type 3 or 4. Inspection plate shall be provided on valves larger than 6 inches .

2.3.3.3 Hose/Test Header Valve

Hose valve shall comply with UL 668 and shall have a minimum rating of 300 psi. Valve shall be non-rising stem, all bronze, 90 degree angle type, with 2-1/2 inch American National Standard Fire Hose Screw Thread (NH) male outlet in accordance with NFPA 1963 . Hose valve shall be provided with 2-1/2 to 1-1/2 inch reducer. Hose valves shall be equipped with lugged cap with drip drain, cap gasket and chain. Valve finish shall be polished brass.

Provide test header with automatic ball drip routed to the exterior.

2.3.4 Butterfly Control Valve

Butterfly valves shall be indicating type with integral supervisory switch.

2.3.5 Automatic Air Vents

Provide automatic air vents without electronic monitoring. Pipe to exterior or provide model with secondary valve that automatically closes in case of air vent failure with visual indicator visible from floor.

2.3.6 Pressure Gauges

Provide liquid filled water pressure gauges with range of 0-300 psig or 50 psi higher where pressures exceed 250 psi, and "Water" label on dial face. Provide gauges with dial size of 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 inch diameter.

2.4 ALARM INITIATING AND SUPERVISORY DEVICES

2.4.1 Sprinkler Waterflow Indicator Switch, Vane Type

Switch shall be vane type with a pipe saddle and cast aluminum housing.

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The electro-mechanical devices shall include a flexible, low-density polyethylene paddle conforming to the inside diameter of the fire protection pipe. The device shall sense water movements and be capable of detecting a sustained flow of 10 gpm or greater. The device shall contain a retard device adjustable from 0 to 90 seconds and be set at approximately 60 seconds to reduce the possibility of false alarms caused by transient flow surges. The switch shall be tamper resistant and contain two SPDT (Form C) contacts arranged to transfer upon removal of the housing cover, and shall be equipped with a silicone rubber gasket to assure positive water seal and dust-proof and gasket to seal the mechanism from dirt and moisture.

2.4.2 Valve Supervisory (Tamper) Switch

Switch shall be suitable for mounting to the type of control valve or suitable for mounting to the type of control valve to be supervised open.

The switch must be tamper resistant and contain SPDT (Form C) contacts arranged to transfer upon removal of the housing cover or closure of the valve of more than two rotations of the valve stem.

2.5 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY

Double-check valve assembly backflow preventer complying with ASSE 1015 and AWWA M14. Each check valve must have a drain. Backflow prevention assemblies must have current "Certificate of Approval from the Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research, FCCCHR List" and be listed for fire protection use. Listing of the specific make, model, design, and size in the FCCCHR List is acceptable as the required documentation.

2.5.1 Backflow Preventer Test Connection

Test connection must consist of a series of listed hose valves with 2-1/2-inch National Standard male hose threads with cap and chain.

2.6 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION

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