W912DW-17-B-0001-R0009.pdf

USA ENGINEER DISTRICT, SEATTLE

MONIQUE PAANO

PH: 206-764-6084 FAX: 206-764-6817

MONIQUE.A.PAANO@USACE.ARMY.MIL

SEATTLE WA

W68MD960336658

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

W912DW-17-B-0001 Libby Dam Pow erhouse Emergency Lighting, Libby, Montana

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16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 06-Jan-2017

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X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

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9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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

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(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

06-Jan-2017

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USA ENGINEER DISTRICT, SEATTLE

ATTN: CECT-NWS

4735 EAST MARGINAL WAY SOUTH, BLDG. 1202

SEATTLE WA 98134-2388

W912DW 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

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CODE W912DW

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following items are applicable to this modification:

CONTINUATION PAGE

1. This amendment nine (0009) provides for the following:

a. Revised spec sections.

2. The bid opening date and time remains the same at 10 January 2017 by 1:00:00 PM local time.

3. The attached revised sections are to be replaced in their entirety. Specifications changes are generally identified, for convenience, either by strikeout for deletions, and double underlining of text for additions or a single dark line in the margin. All portions of the revised sections shall apply whether or not changes have been indicated.

4. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by number and date on bid.

Please mark outside of envelope in which your bid is enclosed to show amendment received.

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SUMMARY OF CHANGES

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FY16 Libby Dam Emergency Lighting 15003 Libby, MT W912DW-17-B-0001

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED SECTIONS

1.2 SUMMARY

1.2.1 Scope

1.3 REFERENCES

1.4 DEFINITIONS

1.4.1 Interface Device

1.4.2 Remote Annunciator

1.4.3 Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)

1.4.4 Terminal Cabinet

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.6 TECHNICAL DATA AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.7.1 Qualifications

1.7.1.1 Design Services

1.7.1.2 Supervisor

1.7.1.3 Technician

1.7.1.4 Installer

1.7.1.5 Test Personnel

1.7.1.6 Manufacturer's Representative

1.7.1.7 Manufacturer

1.7.2 Regulatory Requirements

1.7.2.1 Requirements for Fire Protection Service

1.7.2.2 Fire Alarm/Mass Notification System

1.7.2.3 Fire alarm Testing Services or Laboratories

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

2.1.1 Standard Products

2.1.2 Nameplates

2.1.3 Keys

2.2 GENERAL PRODUCT REQUIREMENT

2.3 CONTROL PANEL

2.4 SYSTEM OPERATION

2.4.1 Alarm Initiating Devices and Notification Appliances (Visual, Voice, Textural)

2.4.2 Functions and Operating Features

2.5 SYSTEM MONITORING

2.5.1 Valves

2.5.2 Independent Fire Detection, Suppression and Extinguishing

Systems

2.6 MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM FUNCTIONS

2.6.1 Notification Appliance Network

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2.6.2 Strobes

2.6.3 Voice Notification

2.7 OVERVOLTAGE AND SURGE PROTECTION

2.7.1 Signaling Line Circuit Surge Protection

2.7.2 Sensor Wiring Surge Protection

2.8 ADDRESSABLE INTERFACE DEVICES

2.9 ADDRESSABLE CONTROL MODULE

2.10 ISOLATION MODULES

2.11 SMOKE SENSORS

2.11.1 Photoelectric Smoke Sensors

2.11.2 Projected Beam Smoke Detectors

2.11.3 Duct Smoke Sensors

2.11.4 Smoke Sensor Testing

2.12 HEAT DETECTORS

2.12.1 Heat Detectors

2.12.1.1 Linear Heat Detection Cable

2.12.2 Self-Test Routines

2.12.3 Operator Access

2.12.4 Operator Control

2.13 ELECTRIC POWER

2.13.1 Primary Power

2.14 SECONDARY POWER SUPPLY

2.14.1 Batteries

2.14.1.1 Capacity

2.14.1.2 Battery Power Calculations

2.14.2 Battery Chargers

2.15 FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL (FACP)

2.15.1 Cabinet

2.15.2 Control Modules

2.15.3 Silencing Switches

2.15.3.1 Alarm Silencing Switch

2.15.3.2 Supervisory/Trouble Silencing Switch

2.15.4 Non-Interfering

2.15.5 Audible Notification System

2.15.5.1 Outputs and Operational Modules

2.15.6 Memory

2.15.7 Field Programmability

2.15.8 Input/Output Modifications

2.15.9 Resetting

2.15.10 Instructions

2.15.11 Walk Test

2.15.12 History Logging

2.16 AMPLIFIERS, PREAMPLIFIERS, TONE GENERATORS

2.16.1 Operation

2.16.2 Construction

2.16.3 Inputs

2.16.4 Tone Generator

2.16.5 Protection Circuits

2.17 ANNUNCIATOR

2.17.1 Remote Annunciator Panel

2.17.2 Programming

2.18 MANUAL STATIONS

2.19 NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES

2.19.1 Fire Alarm/Mass Notification Speakers

2.19.2 Visual Notification Appliances

2.20 ENVIRONMENTAL ENCLOSURES OR GUARDS

2.21 WIRING

2.21.1 Alarm Wiring

2.21.2 Conduit

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION OF FIRE ALARM INITIATING DEVICES AND NOTIFICATION

APPLIANCES

3.1.1 FACP

3.1.2 Manual Stations:

3.1.3 Notification Appliance Devices

3.1.4 Smoke and Heat Sensors

3.1.5 Annunciator

3.1.6 Water Flow Detectors and Tamper Switches

3.2 SYSTEM FIELD WIRING

3.2.1 Wiring within Cabinets, Enclosures, and Boxes

3.2.2 Terminal Cabinets

3.2.3 Alarm Wiring

3.2.4 Conductor Terminations

3.3 DISCONNECTION AND REMOVAL OF EXISTING SYSTEM

3.4 CONNECTION OF NEW SYSTEM

3.5 FIRESTOPPING

3.6 PAINTING

3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.7.1 Testing Procedures

3.7.2 Tests Stages

3.7.2.1 Preliminary Testing

3.7.2.2 Request for Formal Inspection and Tests

3.7.2.3 Final Testing

3.7.2.4 System Acceptance

3.7.3 Minimum System Tests

3.7.3.1 Intelligibility Tests

3.8 INSTRUCTION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES

3.8.1 Instructor

3.8.2 Required Instruction Time

3.8.2.1 Technical Training

3.9 Technical Data and Computer Software

3.10 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) INSTRUCTIONS

3.11 EXTRA MATERIALS

3.11.1 Repair Service/Replacement Parts

3.11.2 Interchangeable Parts

3.11.3 Spare Parts

3.11.4 Special Tools

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED SECTIONS

Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, applies to this section, with the additions and modifications specified herein. In addition, refer to the following sections for related work and coordination:

Section 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST

SYSTEMS

Section 07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING for additional work related to firestopping.

Section 09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS

1.2 SUMMARY

1.2.1 Scope

a. This work includes completion of design and providing a new and complete fire detection, alarm and mass notification system (FA/MNS) as described herein and on the contract drawings for the Libby Dam Powerhouse. The system shall be a complete, supervised system configured in accordance with NFPA 72 and as described herein and on the contract drawings. Include in the system wiring, raceways, pull boxes, terminal cabinets, outlet and mounting boxes, control equipment, alarm and supervisory signal initiating devices, alarm notification appliances, notification appliance circuit power extenders and other accessories and miscellaneous items required for a complete operating system even though each item may not be specifically mentioned or described. Provide system complete and ready for operation. Furnish equipment compatible and UL listed, FM approved, or approved or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory in accordance with the applicable NFPA standards.

b. Provide equipment, materials, installation, workmanship, inspection, and testing in strict accordance with the required provisions of NFPA 72, ISO 7240-16, IEC 60268-16, except as modified herein. The system layout on the drawings show the intent of coverage and are shown in suggested locations. Submit plan view drawing showing device locations, terminal cabinet locations, junction boxes, other related equipment, conduit routing, wire counts, circuit identification in each conduit, and circuit layouts for all floors. Drawings shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 170. Final quantity, system layout, and coordination are the responsibility of the Contractor.

c. Existing fire alarm control panel (FACP) shall be temporarily relocated and reconnected to existing systems until Contractor demonstrates that new FACP and FA/MNS system is operational. Existing FACP shall then be

SECTION 28 31 76 Page 4 R0009 demolished and existing inputs and outputs shall be connected to new FACP. Remove and replace all existing circuits, smoke and heat detectors and manual fire alarm stations. Existing conduit may be reused. Demolish any fire alarm conduit no longer in service. The new FACP shall connect to the following existing fire suppression system initiating devices using addressable monitoring modules:

1. Water mist fire protection system

2. Wet pipe sprinkler system

3. Transformer deluge systems (3)

4. Generator unit carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systems (5)

The new FACP shall also be capable of interfacing with and receiving signals from future remote mass notification panels. Signals shall be transmitted to mass notification appliances provided in this Contract.

The remote annunciator panel shall be located in the adjacent administration building.

1.3 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.

ACOUSTICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA (ASA)

ASA S3.2 (2009; R 2014) Method for Measuring the Intelligibility of Speech Over Communication Systems (ASA 85)

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME A17.1 (2013) Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators Includes Requirements for Elevators, Escalators, Dumbwaiters, Moving Walks, Material Lifts, and Dumbwaiters With Automatic Transfer Devices

FM GLOBAL (FM)

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

INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

IEEE C62.41.1 (2002; R 2008) Guide on the Surges Environment in Low-Voltage (1000 V and Less) AC Power Circuits

IEEE C62.41.2 (2002) Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in Low-Voltage (1000 V and Less) AC Power Circuits

INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION (IEC)

IEC 60268-16 (2003; ED 4.0) Sound System Equipment - Part 16: Objective Rating Of Speech Intelligibility By Speech Transmission Index

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INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION (ISO)

ISO 7240-16 (2007) Fire Detection And Alarm Systems — Part 16: Sound System Control And Indicating Equipment

ISO 7240-19 (2007) Fire Detection and Alarm Systems — Part 19: Design, Installation, Commissioning and Service of Sound Systems for Emergency Purposes

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 170 (2015) Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols

NFPA 70 (2014; AMD 1-8, ERTA 1-4) National Electrical Code

NFPA 72 (2016) National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

NFPA 90A (2015) Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

UFC 3-601-02 (2010) Operations and Maintenance:

Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 1242 (2006; Reprint Jul 2012) Standard for Electrical Intermediate Metal Conduit -- Steel

UL 1480 (2003; Reprint Oct 2012) Standard for Speakers for Fire Alarm, Emergency, and Commercial and Professional Use

UL 1638 (2001; Reprint Oct 2013) Visual Signaling Appliances - Private Mode Emergency and General Utility Signaling

UL 1971 (2002; Reprint Oct 2008) Signaling Devices for the Hearing Impaired

UL 2017 (2008; Reprint May 2011) General-Purpose Signaling Devices and Systems

UL 268 (2009) Smoke Detectors for Fire Alarm Systems

UL 464 (2009; Reprint Apr 2012) Standard for Audible Signal Appliances

UL 521 (1999; Reprint Apr 2015) Heat Detectors

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UL 6 (2007; reprint Nov 2010) Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit-Steel

UL 797 (2007) Electrical Metallic Tubing -- Steel

UL 864 (2014) Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems

UL Electrical Constructn (2012) Electrical Construction Equipment Directory

UL Fire Prot Dir (2012) Fire Protection Equipment Directory

1.4 DEFINITIONS

Wherever mentioned in this specification or on the drawings, the equipment, devices, and functions shall be defined as follows:

1.4.1 Interface Device

An addressable device that interconnects hard wired systems or devices to an analog/addressable system.

1.4.2 Remote Annunciator

A unit containing one or more indicator lamps, alphanumeric displays or other equivalent means in which each indication provides status information about a circuit, condition, or location. An annunciator is used to provide an on-site point of information as to where the alarm, supervisory, or trouble signal is reported within the protected premises.

1.4.3 Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)

A master control panel for the fire alarm system, provided with primary and secondary power sources, which receives signals from initiating devices or other fire alarm control units, and processes these signals to determine part or all of the required fire alarm system output functions.

The panel has central processing, memory, input and output terminals, and LCD, LED Display units.

1.4.4 Terminal Cabinet

A steel cabinet with locking, hinge-mounted door that terminal strips are securely mounted.

1.5 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-02 Shop Drawings

Nameplates;

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Instructions; G

Wiring Diagrams; G

System Layout; G

System Operation; G

Notification Appliances; G

Amplifiers; G

SD-03 Product Data

Technical Data And Computer Software; G

Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP); G

Remote Annunciator; G

Terminal Cabinets; G

Manual Stations; G

Batteries; G

Battery Chargers; G

Smoke Sensors; G

Heat Detectors; G

Notification Appliances; G

Addressable Interface Devices; G

Amplifiers; G

Tone Generators; G

Digitalized Voice Generators; G

SD-05 Design Data

Battery Power; G

Battery Chargers; G

SD-06 Test Reports

Field Quality Control

Testing Procedures; G

Smoke Sensor Testing Procedures; G

SD-07 Certificates

Installer

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Formal Inspection and Tests

Final Testing

SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

System Operation; G

Fire Alarm/Mass Notification System

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Instructions; G

Instruction of Government Employees; G

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

As-Built Drawings

1.6 TECHNICAL DATA AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE

Technical data and computer software (meaning technical data that relates to computer software) that are specifically identified in this project, and may be defined/required in other specifications, shall be delivered, strictly in accordance with the CONTRACT CLAUSES. Identify data delivered by reference to the particular specification paragraph against which it is furnished. Data to be submitted shall include complete system, equipment, and software descriptions. Descriptions shall show how the equipment will operate as a system to meet the performance requirements of this contract.

The data package shall also include the following:

a. Identification of programmable portions of system equipment and capabilities.

b. Description of system revision and expansion capabilities and methods of implementation detailing both equipment and software requirements.

c. Provision of operational software data on all modes of programmable portions of the fire alarm and detection system.

d. Description of Fire Alarm Control Panel equipment operation.

e. Description of auxiliary and remote equipment operations.

f. Library of application software.

g. Operation and maintenance manuals.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Equipment and devices shall be compatible and operable with existing supervisory and initiating devices. The FACP shall be located in the powerhouse control room. The remote annunciator shall be located on the wall of Room 115 of the Administrative Building as shown on the plans.

a. Interpret reference to "authority having jurisdiction" to mean the Contracting Offices Designated Representative (COR).

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b. The recommended practices stated in the manufacturer's literature or documentation shall be considered as mandatory requirements.

c. Devices and equipment for fire alarm service must be listed by UL Fire Prot Dir or approved by FM APP GUIDE.

1.7.1 Qualifications

1.7.1.1 Design Services

Installations requiring completion of installation drawings and specifications or modifications of fire detection, fire alarm or fire suppression systems shall require the services and review of a qualified engineer. For the purposes of meeting this requirement, a qualified engineer is defined as an individual meeting one of the following conditions:

a. A registered professional engineer having a Bachelor of Science or Masters of Science Degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited university engineering program, plus a minimum of four years work experience in fire protection engineering.

b. A registered professional engineer (P.E.) in fire protection engineering.

c. Registered Professional Engineer with verification of experience and at least five years of current experience in the design of the fire protection and detection systems.

1.7.1.2 Supervisor

NICET Fire Alarm Technicians to perform the installation of the system. A NICET Level 3 Fire Alarm Technician shall supervise the installation of the fire alarm system/mass notification system. The Fire Alarm technicians supervising the installation of equipment shall be factory trained in the installation, adjustment, testing, and operation of the equipment specified herein and on the drawings.

1.7.1.3 Technician

Fire Alarm Technicians with a minimum of four years of experience utilized to install and terminate fire alarm/mass notification devices, cabinets and panels. The Fire Alarm technicians installing the equipment shall be factory trained in the installation, adjustment, testing, and operation of the equipment specified herein and on the drawings.

1.7.1.4 Installer

NICET Level II technician to assist in the installation of fire alarm/mass notification devices, cabinets and panels. An electrician shall be allowed to install wire, cable, conduit and backboxes for the fire alarm system/mass notification system. The Fire Alarm installer shall be factory trained in the installation, adjustment, testing, and operation of the equipment specified herein and on the drawings.

1.7.1.5 Test Personnel

NICET Level III Fire Alarm Technicians with a minimum of eight years of

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1.7.1.6 Manufacturer's Representative

The fire alarm and mass notification equipment manufacturer's representative shall be present for the connection of wiring to the control panel. The Manufacturer's Representative shall be an employee of the manufacturer with necessary technical training (NICET Level III)on the system being installed.

1.7.1.7 Manufacturer

Components shall be of current design and shall be in regular and recurrent production at the time of installation. Provide design, materials, and devices for a protected premises fire alarm system, complete, conforming to NFPA 72, except as otherwise or additionally specified herein.

1.7.2 Regulatory Requirements

1.7.2.1 Requirements for Fire Protection Service

Equipment and material shall have been tested by UL and listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or approved by FM and listed in FM APP GUIDE. Where the terms "listed" or "approved" appear in this specification, they shall mean listed in UL Fire Prot Dir or FM APP GUIDE. The omission of these terms under the description of any item of equipment described shall not be construed as waiving this requirement. All listings or approval by testing laboratories shall be from an existing ANSI or UL published standard.

1.7.2.2 Fire Alarm/Mass Notification System

Furnish equipment that is compatible and is UL listed, FM approved, or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for the intended use.

All listings by testing laboratories shall be from an existing ANSI or UL published standard. Submit a unique identifier for each device, including the control panel and initiating and indicating devices, with an indication of test results, and signature of the factory-trained technician of the control panel manufacturer and equipment installer. With reports on preliminary tests, include printer information. Include the NFPA 72 Record of Completion and NFPA 72 Inspection and Testing Form, with the appropriate test reports.

1.7.2.3 Fire alarm Testing Services or Laboratories

construct fire alarm and fire detection equipment in accordance with UL Fire Prot Dir, UL Electrical Constructn, or FM APP GUIDE.

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Protect equipment delivered and placed in storage from the weather, humidity, and temperature variation, dirt and dust, and other contaminants.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Submit annotated catalog data as required in the paragraph SUBMITTAL, in table format on the drawings, showing manufacturer's name, model, voltage, and catalog numbers for equipment and components. Submitted shop drawings shall not be smaller than ISO A1. Also provide UL or FM listing cards for equipment provided.

2.1.1 Standard Products

Provide materials, equipment, and devices that have been tested by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as UL or FM Approvals, LLC (FM), and listed or approved for fire protection service when so required by NFPA 72 or this specification. Select material from one manufacturer, where possible, and not a combination of manufacturers, for any particular classification of materials. Material and equipment shall be the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of the products for at least two years prior to bid opening.

2.1.2 Nameplates

Major components of 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 plate permanently affixed to the item or equipment. Major components include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. FACPs

b. Terminal Cabinet

Furnish nameplate illustrations and data to obtain approval by the Contracting Officer before installation. Obtain approval by the Contracting Officer for installation locations. Nameplates shall be etched metal or plastic, permanently attached by screws to panels or adjacent walls.

2.1.3 Keys

Keys and lock core sets will be provided by the project. Equipment shall be compatible with Best Core sets.

2.2 GENERAL PRODUCT REQUIREMENT

All fire alarm and mass notification equipment shall be listed for use under the applicable reference standards. Interfacing of Listed UL 864 or similar approved industry listing with Mass Notification Panels listed to UL 2017 shall be done in a laboratory listed configuration, if the software programming features cannot provide a listed interface control. If a field modification is needed, such as adding equipment like relays, the manufacturer of the panels being same or different brand from manufacturer shall provide the installing contractor for review and confirmation by the installing contractor. As part of the submittal documents, provide this information.

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2.3 CONTROL PANEL

Control Panel shall comply with the applicable requirements of UL 864.

Panel shall have a maximum width of 17 inches and be installed semi-flush in cabinet ST0 in the Control Room. Control panel shall be a clean, uncluttered, and orderly assembled panel containing components and equipment required to provide the specified operating and supervisory functions of the system. The panel shall have prominent rigid plastic, phenolic or metal identification plates for LED/LCDs, zones, SLC, controls, meters, fuses, and switches.

a. Nameplates for fuses shall also include ampere rating. The LED/LCD displays shall be located on the exterior of the cabinet door or be visible through the cabinet door. Control panel switches shall be within the locked cabinet. A suitable means (single operation) shall be provided for testing the control panel visual indicating devices (meters or LEDs/LCDs). Meters and LEDs shall be plainly visible when the cabinet door is closed. Signals and LEDs/LCDs shall be provided to indicate by zone any alarm, supervisory or trouble condition on the system.

b. Loss of power, including batteries, shall not require the manual reloading of a program. Upon restoration of power, startup shall be automatic, and shall not require any manual operation. The loss of primary power or the sequence of applying primary or emergency power shall not affect the transmission of alarm, supervisory or trouble signals.

c. Visual annunciation shall be provided for LED/LCD visual display as an integral part of the control panel and shall identify each device with a word description and identification number. Cabinet shall be provided with ample gutter space to allow proper clearance between the cabinet and live parts of the panel equipment. Cabinet shall be painted red.

2.4 SYSTEM OPERATION

The Addressable Interior Fire Alarm and Mass Notification System shall be a complete, supervised, noncoded, analog/addressable fire alarm and mass notification system conforming to NFPA 72, UL 864 , and UL 2017. A stand alone mass notification autonomous control unit (panel) is not included in this Contract. The system shall be activated into the alarm mode by actuation of any alarm initiating device. The system shall remain in the alarm mode until the initiating device is reset and the control panel is reset and restored to normal. The system may be placed in the alarm mode by the local microphone, located on the remote annunciator.

Submit data on each circuit to indicate that there is at least 50 percent spare capacity for notification appliances, 50 percent spare capacity for initiating devices. Annotate data for each circuit on the drawings.

Submit a complete description of the system operation on the drawings.

Submit a complete list of device addresses and corresponding messages.

2.4.1 Alarm Initiating Devices and Notification Appliances (Visual, Voice, Textural)

a. Connect alarm initiating devices to signal line circuits (SLC) Class "B" and installed in accordance with NFPA 72.

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b. Connect alarm notification appliances and speakers to notification appliance circuits (NAC) Class "B" and installed in accordance with

NFPA 72.

c. The system shall operate in the alarm mode upon actuation of any alarm initiating device. System shall also be capable of interfacing with and receiving signals from a remote mass notification panel, should one be installed at a future date. The system shall remain in the alarm mode until initiating device(s) or mass notification signal is/are reset and the control panel is manually reset and restored to normal. Audible, and visual appliances and systems shall comply with NFPA 72 and as specified herein. Fire alarm system/mass notification system components requiring power, except for the control panel power supply, shall operate on 24 Volts dc.

2.4.2 Functions and Operating Features

The system shall provide the following functions and operating features:

a. The FACP shall provide power, annunciation, supervision, and control for the system. Addressable systems shall be microcomputer (microprocessor or microcontroller) based with a minimum word size of eight bits with sufficient memory to perform as specified.

b. Provide a minimum of one signaling line circuits for each floor and mezzanine.

c. Provide signaling line circuits for the network.

d. Provide notification appliance circuits. The visual alarm notification appliances shall have the flash rates synchronized as required by

NFPA 72.

e. Provide electrical supervision of the primary power (AC) supply, presence of the battery, battery voltage, and placement of system modules within the control panel.

f. Provide an audible and visual trouble signal to activate upon a single break or open condition, or ground fault. The trouble signal shall also operate upon loss of primary power (AC) supply, absence of a battery supply, low battery voltage, or removal of alarm or supervisory panel modules. Provide a trouble alarm silence feature that shall silence the audible trouble signal, without affecting the visual indicator. After the system returns to normal operating conditions, the trouble signal shall again sound until the trouble is acknowledged. A smoke sensor in the process of being verified for the actual presence of smoke shall not initiate a trouble condition.

g. Provide program capability via switches in a locked portion of the FACP to bypass the automatic notification appliance circuits, air handler shutdowns,smoke control operation, elevator hoistway pressurization elevator recall features. Operation of this programming shall indicate this action on the FACP and remote annunciator displays and printer output.

h. Alarm functions shall override trouble or supervisory functions.

Supervisory functions shall override trouble functions.

i. The system shall be capable of being programmed from the panels

SECTION 28 31 76 Page 14 R0009 keyboard. Programmed information shall be stored in non-volatile memory.

j. The system shall be capable of operating, supervising, and/or monitoring both addressable and non-addressable alarm and supervisory devices.

k. There shall be no limit, other than maximum system capacity, as to the number of addressable devices, that may be in alarm simultaneously.

l. Where the fire alarm/mass notification system is responsible for initiating an action in another emergency control device or system, such as the HVAC system, powerhouse ceiling smoke exhaust system and elevators, the addressable fire alarm relay shall be within three feetof the control device.

m. Provide listed control relays within 3 ft (0.91 m) of the elevator controller to provide a supervised interface between the fire alarm system and the elevator controller as required by NFPA 72. The wiring between the control relays and the fire alarm control unit shall be monitored for integrity as required by NFPA 72. Activation of any elevator machine room, hoistway, or lobby smoke detector must activate the building fire alarm system and send the affected elevators to the designated floor. Activation of a lobby smoke detector must cause the Firefighter's Service visual signal to constantly illuminate in any elevator cab that serves the affected lobby. Activation of an elevator machine room or hoistway smoke detector must cause the Firefighter's Service visual signal to illuminate intermittently (flash) in any elevator cab which has equipment located in the affected machine room or hoistway, as required by ASME A17.1.

n. An alarm signal shall automatically initiate the following functions:

(1) Transmission of an alarm signal to remote annunciator.

(2) Visual indication of the device operated on the FACP and on the remote annunciator. Indication on the graphic annunciator shall be by floor, zone or circuit, and type of device.

(3) Continuous actuation of all alarm notification appliances.

(4) Recording of the event via electronically in the history log of the fire control system unit.

(6) Operation of the powerhouse atrium smoke exhaust system.

(8) Operation of a smoke sensor in an elevator lobby or other location associated with the automatic recall of elevators, shall recall the elevators in addition to other requirements of this paragraph.

(9) Operation of a duct smoke sensor in the following air handling equipment shall shut down the appropriate air handler in accordance with NFPA 90A and NFPA 72 in addition to other requirements of this paragraph: UC-2, SFV, UC-5, SF-5.

o. A supervisory signal shall automatically initiate the following functions:

(1) Visual indication of the device operated on the FACP and on the

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(2) Recording of the event electronically in the history log of the control unit.

p. A trouble condition shall automatically initiate the following functions:

(1) Visual indication of the system trouble on the FACP and on the remote annunciator, and sound the audible alarm at the respective panels.

(2) Recording of the event in the history log of the control unit.

q. The maximum permissible elapsed time between the actuation of an initiating device and its indication at the FACP is 10 seconds.

s. The maximum elapsed time between the occurrence of the trouble condition and its indication at the FACP is 200 seconds.

2.5 SYSTEM MONITORING

2.5.1 Valves

Each valve affecting the proper operation of a fire protection system, including automatic sprinkler control valves, standpipe control valves, sprinkler service entrance valve, valves at fire pumps, isolating valves for pressure type waterflow or supervision switches, and valves at backflow preventers, whether supplied under this contract or existing, shall be electrically monitored to ensure its proper position. Provide or replace with new tamper switches where tamper switches are non-existant, damaged or faulty. Provide each tamper switch with a separate address, unless they are within the same room, then a maximum of five can use the same address.

2.5.2 Independent Fire Detection, Suppression and Extinguishing Systems

Each existing independent detection subsystem, fire suppression and fire extinguishing system shall be monitored both for the presence of an alarm condition and for a trouble condition. Provide each monitored condition with a separate address.

2.6 MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM FUNCTIONS

2.6.1 Notification Appliance Network

The audible notification appliance network consists of speakers located to provide intelligible instructions at areas as indicated on the plans. The FACP shall be configured such that live announcements or the future incorporation of campus-wide mass notification system announcements take priority over all other audible announcements of the system including the output of the fire alarm system in a normal or alarm state. When a mass notification announcement is activated during a fire alarm, all fire alarm system functions shall continue in an alarm state except for the output signals of the fire alarm audible and visual notification appliances.

2.6.2 Strobes

Provide strobes to alert hearing-impaired occupants.

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2.6.3 Voice Notification

FACP shall be capable of communicating with future provisions of remote autonomous voice notification control units and local operating consoles.

FACP submittal shall demonstrate capability of receiving pre-recorded voice messages, providing live voice messages and initiating visual amber strobes via LOC's or autonomous voice notification control units. FACP shall be capable of allowing only one LOC to be available for page or messaging at a time, and signaling all other LOC's that the system is busy (Amber Busy Light)and cannot be used at that time. This is to avoid two messages being given at the same time. FACP must be able to override or lockout LOC's from the Master Command Panel in accordance with NFPA 72. Receipt of a message from the future provision of an autonomous voice notification control unit will temporarily override audible fire alarm notification while delivering Mass Notification messages to ensure they are intelligible.

2.7 OVERVOLTAGE AND SURGE PROTECTION

2.7.1 Signaling Line Circuit Surge Protection

For systems having circuits located outdoors, communications equipment shall be protected against surges induced on any signaling line circuit and shall comply with the applicable requirements of IEEE C62.41.1 and IEEE C62.41.2. Cables and conductors, that serve as communications links, shall have surge protection circuits installed at each end that meet the following waveform(s):

a. A 10 microsecond by 1000 microsecond waveform with a peak voltage of 1500 volts and a peak current of 60 amperes.

b. An 8 microsecond by 20 microsecond waveform with a peak voltage of 1000 volts and a peak current of 500 amperes. Protection shall be provided at the equipment. Additional triple electrode gas surge protectors, rated for the application, shall be installed on each wireline circuit within 3 feet of the building cable entrance. Fuses shall not be used for surge protection.

2.7.2 Sensor Wiring Surge Protection

Digital and analog inputs and outputs shall be protected against surges induced by sensor wiring installed outdoors and as shown. The inputs and outputs shall be tested with the following waveforms:

a. A 10 by 1000 microsecond waveform with a peak voltage of 1500 volts and a peak current of 60 amperes.

b. An 8 by 20 microsecond waveform with a peak voltage of 1000 volts and a peak current of 500 amperes. Fuses shall not be used for surge protection.

2.8 ADDRESSABLE INTERFACE DEVICES

Pre-existing initiating devices being monitored shall be configured as Class "B" initiating device circuits. The system shall be capable of defining any module as an alarm module and report alarm trouble, loss of polling, or as a supervisory module, and reporting supervisory short, supervisory open or loss of polling such as waterflow switches, valve supervisory switches, fire pump monitoring, independent smoke detection

SECTION 28 31 76 Page 17 R0009 systems, relays for output function actuation, etc. The module shall be UL or FM listed as compatible with the control panel. The monitor module shall provide address setting means compatible with the control panel's SLC supervision and store an internal identifying code. Monitor module shall contain an integral LED that flashes each time the monitor module is polled and is visible through the device cover plate. Pull stations with a monitor module in a common backbox are not required to have an LED.

Existing fire alarm system initiating device circuits shall be connected to a single module to power and supervise the circuit.

2.9 ADDRESSABLE CONTROL MODULE

The control module shall be capable of operating as a relay (dry contact form C) for interfacing the control panel with other systems, and to initiate elevator fire service. The module shall be UL or FM listed as compatible with the control panel. The indicating device or the external load being controlled shall be configured as a Class "B" notification appliance circuits. The system shall be capable of supervising, audible, visual and dry contact circuits. The control module shall have both an input and output address. The supervision shall detect a short on the supervised circuit and shall prevent power from being applied to the circuit. The control model shall provide address setting means compatible with the control panel's SLC supervision and store an internal identifying code. The control module shall contain an integral LED that flashes each time the control module is polled and is visible through the device cover plate. Control Modules shall be located in environmental areas that reflect the conditions to which they were listed.

2.10 ISOLATION MODULES

Provide isolation modules to subdivide each signaling line circuit into groups of not more than 20 addressable devices between adjacent isolation modules.

2.11 SMOKE SENSORS

2.11.1 Photoelectric Smoke Sensors

Provide addressable photoelectric smoke sensors as follows:

a. Provide analog/addressable photoelectric smoke sensors utilizing the photoelectric light scattering principle for operation in accordance with UL 268. Smoke sensors shall be listed for use with the fire alarm control panel.

b. Provide self-restoring type sensors that do not require any readjustment after actuation at the FACP to restore them to normal operation. Sensors shall be UL listed as smoke-automatic fire sensors.

c. Components shall be rust and corrosion resistant. Vibration shall have no effect on the sensor's operation. Protect the detection chamber with a fine mesh metallic screen that prevents the entrance of insects or airborne materials. The screen shall not inhibit the movement of smoke particles into the chamber.

d. Provide twist lock bases for the sensors. The sensors shall maintain contact with their bases without the use of springs. Provide companion mounting base with screw terminals for each conductor. Terminate field wiring on the screw terminals. The sensor shall have a visual

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e. The sensor address shall identify the particular unit, its location within the system, and its sensitivity setting. Sensors shall be of the low voltage type rated for use on a 24 VDC system.

f. An operator at the control panel, having a proper access level, shall have the capability to manually access the following information for each initiating device.

(1) Primary status

(2) Device type

(3) Present average value

(4) Present sensitivity selected

(5) Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.)

2.11.2 Projected Beam Smoke Detectors

Detectors shall be designed for detection of abnormal smoke densities.

Detectors shall consist of combined transmitter and receiver unit. The use of a supplied reflector is required for the combined unit. Mounting hardware and any exposed brackets shall be painted color and sheen to match adjacent concrete surfaces. Final system layout shall not risk eye damage to occupants on the mezzanine level. When the signal at the receiver falls below a preset sensitivity, the detector shall initiate an alarm. The receiver shall contain an LED that is powered upon an alarm condition.

Long-term changes to the received signal caused by environmental variations shall be automatically compensated. Detectors shall incorporate features to assure that they are operational; a trouble signal shall be initiated if the beam is obstructed, the limits of the compensation circuit are reached, or the housing cover is removed. Detectors shall have multiple sensitivity settings in order to meet UL listings for the different distances covered by the beam. Detectors will periodically be blocked during operation of the gantry crane and other equipment. Blockages can be momentary or for extended periods of time. In the event of beam interference for more than five (adjustable at FACP) seconds a supervisory alarm shall be transmitted. When cleared, system shall cancel this supervisory alarm.

2.11.3 Duct Smoke Sensors

Duct-mounted photoelectric smoke detectors shall be furnished and installed where indicated and in accordance with NFPA 90A. Units shall consist of a smoke detector as specified in paragraph Photoelectric Detectors, mounted in a special housing fitted with duct sampling tubes. Detector circuitry shall be mounted in a metallic enclosure exterior to the duct. (It is not permitted to cut the duct insulation to install the duct detector directly on the duct). Detectors shall have a manual reset. Detectors shall be rated for air velocities that include air flows between 500 and 4000 fpm.

Detectors shall be powered from the fire alarm panel.

a. Sampling tubes shall run the full width of the duct. The duct detector package shall conform to the requirements of NFPA 90A, UL 268A, and shall be UL listed for use in air-handling systems. The control functions, operation, reset, and bypass shall be controlled from the

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b. Lights to indicate the operation and alarm condition; and the test and reset buttons shall be visible and accessible with the unit installed and the cover in place. Remote indicators shall be provided where required by NFPA 72 and these shall be provided with test and reset switches.

c. Remote lamps and switches as well as the affected fan units shall be properly identified in etched plastic placards. The detectors shall be supplied by the fire alarm system manufacturer to ensure complete system compatibility.

d. Provide auxiliary contactors to control shut down of affected fans in accordance with section 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS. Detectors shall control auxiliary contacts to provide interlock and shutdown functions specified in NFPA 90A.

Auxiliary contacts provided for this function shall be located within 3 feet of the controlled circuit or appliance.

2.11.4 Smoke Sensor Testing

Smoke sensors shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 and manufacturer's recommended calibrated test method. Submit smoke sensor testing procedures for approval. In addition to the NFPA 72 requirements, smoke detector sensitivity shall be tested during the preliminary tests.

2.12 HEAT DETECTORS

2.12.1 Heat Detectors

Heat detectors shall be designed for detection of fire by combination fixed temperature and rate-of-rise principle. The alarm condition shall be determined by comparing sensor valve with the stored values. Heat detector spacing shall be rated in accordance with UL 521. Detectors located in areas subject to moisture, exterior atmospheric conditions, or hazardous locations as indicated, shall be types approved for such locations.

2.12.1.1 Linear Heat Detection Cable

Detection cable shall be UL listed and FM approved for installation under smooth ceilings. Cable layout on the drawings show the intent of coverage.

Contractor's shop drawings shall depict layout and FM approved spacing in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and NFPA 72 requirements, including spacing adjustments required to accommodate high ceilings and obstructions. Install cable, including spacing and Only manufacturer's listed accessories, including junction boxes, shall be used for installing cable. Install cable using messenger wire with stainless steel eyebolts and turnbuckles, or other approved means. All mounting methods shall be submitted and approved by the Contracting Officer. Cable shall be supported independently of wiring connections. Linear heat detection cable shall be compatible with control panels by utilizing addressable monitor modules.

The detector cable shall have a maximum ambient temperature up to 113 degrees F and an alarm temperature of 155 degrees F. Listed area spacing for smooth ceilings shall be 30 feet in accordance with FM. Cable shall have a nylon jacket over vinyl for use in industrial indoor applications.

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2.12.2 Self-Test Routines

Automatic self-test routines shall be performed on each sensor that will functionally check sensor sensitivity electronics and ensure the accuracy of the value being transmitted. Any sensor that fails this test shall indicate a trouble condition with the sensor location at the control panel.

2.12.3 Operator Access

An operator at the control panel, having the proper access level, shall have the capability to manually access the following information for each heat sensor:

a. Primary status

b. Device type

c. Present average value

d. Sensor range

2.12.4 Operator Control

An operator at the control panel, having the proper access level, shall have the capability to manually control the following information for each heat sensor:

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