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This notice announces an anticipated request for proposal for construction services. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Seattle District will solicit fixed-price proposals to construct a retail fuel facility at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington. The project scope includes fuel storage tanks, dispensers, a control building, and supporting utilities with an estimated value between $10-25 million. The solicitation will utilize full and open competition set aside for small businesses. Proposals will be evaluated for technical acceptability and price, with award based on lowest priced technically acceptable offer. The anticipated solicitation release on SAM.gov is March 22, 2021, with no hard copies available. Interested vendors should monitor the site and register to receive automatic notifications.

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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

RFP W912DW-21-R-0026

Amendment R0002

(Please see continuation page for more details)

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 2

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 06-Aug-2021

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W912DW21R0026

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

12-Jul-2021

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

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.

Offer 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 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.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

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

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

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

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, 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:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

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

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-Aug-2021

CODE

USA ENGINEER DISTRICT, SEATTLE

ATTN: CENWS-CT

4735 EAST MARGINAL WAY SOUTH, BLDG. 1202

SEATTLE WA 98134-2388

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

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912DW21R0026

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE (SF 30)

The following have been added by full text:

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Amendment two (0002) provides for the following:

1. Sections/Drawings: The following sections are revised:

33 52 10 (Revised) 33 57 55 (Revised)

2. The proposal submittal time and date of 1:00 PM LOCAL TIME, 11 August 2021 remains the same.

3. The attached revised sections are to be replaced in their entirety. Specification changes are generally identified for convenience, either by strikeout for deletions, and 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 OFFERORS: Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments, including this amendment, by number and date on offer.

(End of Summary of Changes)

CONSTRUCT RETAIL FUEL FACILITIES (LEWIS NORTH) 21015

Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA W912DW-21-R-0026

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

SECTION 33 52 10

FUEL SYSTEMS PIPING (SERVICE STATION)

11/18

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

1.1.1 Related Sections

1.1.1.1 Welding

1.1.1.2 Earthwork

1.2 REFERENCES

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Contractor Qualifications

1.4.2 Regulatory Requirements

1.4.2.1 Licensed Personnel

1.4.2.2 Stage I Vapor Recovery System Installer

1.4.2.3 PSCAA Gas Station Construction Notification

1.4.3 Design Data

1.4.3.1 Pipeline Inventory

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.6 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 ELECTRICAL WORK

2.1.1 General

2.1.2 Grounding and Bonding

2.2 MATERIALS AND SYSTEM COMPONENTS

2.2.1 Standard Products

2.2.2 Nameplates

2.2.3 Gaskets

2.2.3.1 Nitrile Butadiene (Buna-N)

2.2.3.2 Acrylonitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR)

2.3 FLANGED END CONNECTIONS

2.3.1 Flanges

2.3.1.1 Carbon Steel

2.3.2 Flange Gaskets, Non-Electrically Isolating

2.3.3 Fuel Piping Flange Bolts, Nuts, and Washers

2.4 PIPE

2.4.1 Carbon Steel Pipe

2.4.2 Stainless Steel Pipe

2.4.2.1 Control Tubing

2.4.2.2 Control Tubing Fittings

2.4.3 Flexible Non-Metallic Pipe

2.5 PIPING COMPONENTS

2.5.1 Welded Nipples

2.5.2 Steel Couplings

2.5.3 Threaded Unions

2.5.4 Flexible Connector

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 1 R0002

2.5.5 Strainer

2.5.6 Pressure Gauge

2.5.7 Pipe Supports

2.5.7.1 Pipe Protection Shields

2.5.7.2 Low Friction Supports

2.5.8 Escutcheon

2.6 MANUAL VALVES

2.6.1 Ball Valves

2.6.1.1 Materials

2.6.2 Wafer Type Check Valve

2.6.3 Thermal Relief Valve

2.6.3.1 Valve Materials

2.6.3.2 Thermal Relief Valve (ASME Type)

2.6.3.3 Thermal Relief Valve (Balanced Type)

2.6.4 Tank Overfill Prevention Valve (Pumped Fuel Receipt)

2.6.5 Anti-Siphon Valves

2.6.5.1 Solenoid Controlled Anti-Siphon Ball Valve

2.6.5.2 Anti-Siphon Valve

2.7 PUMPS

2.7.1 Submersible Pump

2.7.2 Self-priming Centrifugal Pump

2.8 FRP CONTAINMENT SUMP

2.9 ACCESSORIES

2.9.1 Concrete Anchor Bolts

2.9.2 Bolts and Studs

2.9.3 Nuts

2.9.4 Washers

2.9.5 Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Tape

2.9.6 Buried Utility Tape

2.10 FINISHES

2.10.1 Exterior Coating, Aboveground Piping

2.10.2 New System Components

2.10.2.1 Factory Coating

2.10.2.2 Field Painting

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

3.1.1 Pumps

3.1.2 Piping

3.1.2.1 General

3.1.2.2 Double-Wall Flexible Non-Metallic Piping

3.1.2.3 Welded Connections

3.1.2.4 Threaded End Connections

3.1.3 Bolted Connections

3.1.4 Flanges and Unions

3.1.5 Valves

3.1.6 Air Vents

3.1.7 Drains

3.1.8 Escutcheons

3.1.9 Access Panels

3.1.10 Buried Utility Tape

3.1.11 Framed Instructions

3.2 PIPE SUPPORTS

3.2.1 Seismic Requirements

3.2.2 Structural Attachments

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROLS

3.3.1 System Commissioning

3.3.2 Tests

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 2

3.3.2.1 Preliminary Pneumatic Test

3.3.2.2 Final Pneumatic Test

3.3.2.3 Hydrostatic Test

3.3.2.4 Exterior Containment Piping Tests

3.4 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TESTS

3.5 DEMONSTRATIONS

-- End of Section Table of Contents --

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 3

SECTION 33 52 10

FUEL SYSTEMS PIPING (SERVICE STATION)

11/18

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

This section defines the requirements for pipe, piping components, and valves as related to small fuel distribution systems (non-aviation type).

Provide the entire fuel distribution system as a complete and fully operational system. Size, select, construct, and install system components to operate together as a complete system. Substitutions of functions specified herein will not be acceptable. Coordinate the work of the system manufacturer's service personnel during construction, testing, calibration, and acceptance of the system. Design system components and piping specified herein to handle a working pressure of 275 psig at 100 deg F. System components specified herein must be compatible with the fuel to be handled. Components must be suitable for outside, unsheltered location, and to function normally in ambient temperatures between -20 degrees F and 120 degrees F.

1.1.1 Related Sections

1.1.1.1 Welding

Welding activities for pipe and piping components must be in accordance with Section 33 52 23.15 POL SERVICE PIPING WELDING.

1.1.1.2 Earthwork

Excavate and backfill piping as specified in Section 31 00 00 EARTHWORK .

1.2 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 PETROLEUM INSTITUTE (API)

API RP 540 (1999; R 2004) Electrical Installations in Petroleum Processing Plants

API RP 1110 (2013; R 2018) Recommended Practice for the Pressure Testing of Steel Pipelines for the Transportation of Gas, Petroleum Gas, Hazardous Liquids, Highly Volatile Liquids, or Carbon Dioxide

API RP 2003 (2015; 8th Ed) Protection Against Ignitions Arising out of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents

API STD 608 (2012) Metal Ball Valves - Flanged, Threaded, And Welding End

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 4

API Spec 5L (2018; 46th Ed; ERTA 2018) Line Pipe

API Spec 6D (June 2018, 4th Ed; Errata 1 July 2018;

Errata 2 August 2018) Specification for Pipeline and Piping Valves

API Std 594 (2017) Check Valves: Flanged, Lug, Wafer and Butt-Welding

API Std 607 (2016) Fire Test for Quarter-turn Valves and Valves Equipped with Non-metallic Seats

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)

ASME B1.1 (2003; R 2018) Unified Inch Screw Threads (UN and UNR Thread Form)

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

ASME B16.5 (2017) Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS 1/2 Through NPS 24 Metric/Inch Standard

ASME B16.9 (2018) Factory-Made Wrought Buttwelding Fittings

ASME B16.11 (2016) Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded

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

ASME B16.34 (2017) Valves - Flanged, Threaded and Welding End

ASME B16.39 (2020) Standard for Malleable Iron Threaded Pipe Unions; Classes 150, 250, and 300

ASME B18.2.1 (2012; Errata 2013) Square and Hex Bolts and Screws (Inch Series)

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

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

ASME B31.3 (2016) Process Piping

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A36/A36M (2019) Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel

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

ASTM A105/A105M (2018) Standard Specification for Carbon

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 5

Steel Forgings for Piping Applications

ASTM A182/A182M (2020) Standard Specification for Forged or Rolled Alloy and Stainless Steel Pipe Flanges, Forged Fittings, and Valves and Parts for High-Temperature Service

ASTM A193/A193M (2020) Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature Service and Other Special Purpose Applications

ASTM A194/A194M (2020) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, and Stainless Steel Nuts for Bolts for High-Pressure or High-Temperature Service, or Both

ASTM A234/A234M (2019) Standard Specification for Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and High Temperature Service

ASTM A269/A269M (2015; R 2019) Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubing for General Service

ASTM A307 (2014; E 2017) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts, Studs, and Threaded Rod 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength

ASTM A312/A312M (2019) Standard Specification for Seamless, Welded, and Heavily Cold Worked Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipes

ASTM A436 (1984; R 2020) Standard Specification for Austenitic Gray Iron Castings

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

ASTM A733 (2016) Standard Specification for Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel and Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe Nipples

ASTM B687 (1999; R 2016) Standard Specification for Brass, Copper, and Chromium-Plated Pipe Nipples

ASTM D3308 (2012; R 2017) Standard Specification for PTFE Resin Skived Tape

ASTM F436 (2011) Hardened Steel Washers

ASTM F844 (2007a; R 2013) Washers, Steel, Plain (Flat), Unhardened for General Use

INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

IEEE 142 (2007; Errata 2014) Recommended Practice

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 6 for Grounding of Industrial and Commercial Power Systems - IEEE Green Book

IEEE 1100 (2005) Emerald Book IEEE Recommended Practice for Powering and Grounding Electronic Equipment

MANUFACTURERS STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY OF THE VALVE AND FITTINGS

INDUSTRY (MSS)

MSS SP-58 (2018) Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design and Manufacture, Selection, Application, and Installation

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 30 (2018) Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

NFPA 70 (2020; ERTA 20-1 2020; ERTA 20-2 2020; TIA

20-1; TIA 20-2; TIA 20-3; TIA 20-4)

National Electrical Code

NFPA 77 (2014) Recommended Practice on Static Electricity

NFPA 407 (2017) Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing

NFPA 780 (2017) Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems

SOCIETY FOR PROTECTIVE COATINGS (SSPC)

SSPC PA 1 (2016) Shop, Field, and Maintenance Coating of Metals

SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS INTERNATIONAL (SAE)

SAE AMS3275 (2009; Rev C) Sheet, Acrylonitrile Butadiene (NBR) Rubber and Non-Asbestos Fiber Fuel and Oil Resistant

SAE J514 (2012) Hydraulic Tube Fittings

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

MIL-PRF-13789 (1999; Rev E; Notice 1 2008; Notice 2 1016) Strainers, Sediment: Pipeline, Basket Type

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 971 (1995; Reprint Mar 2006) UL Standard for Safety Nonmetallic Underground Piping for Flammable Liquids

1.3 SUBMITTALS

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

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 7 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. Submittals with an "S" are for inclusion in the Sustainability eNotebook, in conformance with Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

PSCAA Gas Station Construction Notification

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Grounding and Bonding

Pipe Supports

SD-03 Product Data

Fuel Piping Flange Bolts, Nuts, and Washers; G , OMA

Carbon Steel Pipe; G , OMA

Flexible Non-Metallic Pipe; G , OMA

Flexible Connector; G , OMA

Strainer; G , OMA

Pressure Gauge; G , OMA

Ball Valves; G , OMA

Wafer Type Check Valve; G , OMA

Thermal Relief Valve; G , OMA

Tank Overfill Prevention Valve (Pumped Fuel Receipt); G , OMA

Anti-Siphon Valves; G , OMA

Submersible Pump; G , OMA

Self-Priming Centrifugal Pump; G , OMA

FRP Containment Sump; G , OMA

SD-06 Test Reports

Preliminary Pneumatic Test

Final Pneumatic Test

Hydrostatic Test

Exterior Containment Piping Tests

SD-07 Certificates

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 8

Contractor Qualifications; G , OMA

Licensed Personnel

Stage I Vapor Recovery System Installer

Pipeline Inventory; G , OMA

Demonstrations

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Strainer; G , RO

Ball Valves; G , RO

Wafer Type Check Valve; G , RO

Thermal Relief Valve; G , RO

Tank Overfill Prevention Valve (Pumped Fuel Receipt); G , RO

Anti-Siphon Valves; G , RO

Submersible Pump; G , RO

Self-Priming Centrifugal Pump; G , RO

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Contractor Qualifications

Each installation Contractor must have successfully completed at least 3 projects of the same scope and the same size, or larger, within the last 6-years; demonstrate specific installation experience in regard to the specific system installation to be performed; have taken, if applicable, manufacturer's training courses on the installation of piping; and meet the licensing requirements in the state. Submit a letter listing prior projects, the date of construction, a point of contact for each prior project, the scope of work of each prior project, and a detailed list of work performed providing in the letter evidence of prior manufacturer's training and state licensing.

1.4.2 Regulatory Requirements

1.4.2.1 Licensed Personnel

Pipe installers must be licensed/certified when the state, city or locality requires licensed installers.

1.4.2.2 Stage I Vapor Recovery System Installer

System must meet the air quality laws of the State of Washington as well as applicable local regulations. The mogas tank must be equipped with a Stage I CARB certified Enhance Vapor Recovery System. Installation must be performed by a certified installer. Once installation is complete, the system must be tested by a certified tester in accordance with Table 2 of PSCAA Regulation Part II Section 2.07(e). Testing must be repeated prior to dispensing fuel commercially. Compliance testing reports must be

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 9 submitted to PSCAA no later than 5 days after completeion of the compliance tests.

1.4.2.3 PSCAA Gas Station Construction Notification

The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) will be notified online or by mail prior to construction. The online notification can be done at:

http://www.pscleanair.org/FormCenter/Notification-Forms-7/Gasoline-Dispensing-Facility-Notificatio-57.

Notification by mail be done using the form provided at:

http://www.pscleanair.org/DocumentCenter/View/595/Gas-Stations-NotificationPDF?bidId.

The fee for notification is $200.

1.4.3 Design Data

1.4.3.1 Pipeline Inventory

Fuel system volume must be calculated using as constructed pipe lengths, internal diameters, fittings, and components. Totals must be provided for all items containing fuel with the exception of tanks which is covered by other specifications. A certified pipeline inventory with sizes, lengths, quantity, and volumes must be provided for the systems in this project.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Handle, store, and protect system components and materials to prevent damage before and during installation in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, and as approved by the Contracting Officer. Replace damaged or defective items.

1.6 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

Fuel required for the testing, flushing and cleaning efforts, as specified in this section, will be provided and delivered by the Contracting Officer. Fuel used in the system will remain the property of the Government. Fuel shortages not attributable to normal handling losses must be reimbursed to the Government.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 ELECTRICAL WORK

2.1.1 General

Motors, manual or automatic motor control system components except where installed in motor control centers, and protective or signal devices required for the operation specified herein must be provided under this section in accordance with Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.

Any wiring required for the operation specified herein, but not shown on the electrical plans, must be provided under this section in accordance with Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, Section 33 71 02

UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION.

2.1.2 Grounding and Bonding

Ground and bond in accordance with NFPA 70 , NFPA 77 , NFPA 407 , NFPA 780 , API RP 540 , API RP 2003 , IEEE 142 , and IEEE 1100 . Provide jumpers to overcome the insulating effects of gaskets, paints, or nonmetallic components.

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 10

2.2 MATERIALS AND SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Internal parts and components of system components, piping, piping components, and valves that could be exposed to fuel during system operation must not be constructed of zinc coated (galvanized) metal, brass, bronze, or other copper bearing alloys. Do not install cast iron bodied valves in piping systems that could be exposed to fuel during system operation.

2.2.1 Standard Products

Provide materials and system components that are standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacturing of such products; that are of a similar material, design and workmanship; and that have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use for a minimum 2-years prior to bid opening. The 2-year period must include applications of the system components and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size.

Materials and system components must have been for sale on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturers' catalogs, or brochures during the 2-year period.

2.2.2 Nameplates

Attach nameplates to all specified system components, thermometers, gauges, and valves defined herein. List on each nameplate the manufacturer's name, address, component type or style, model or serial number, catalog number, capacity or size, and the system that is controlled. Construct plates of stainless steel. Install nameplates in prominent locations with nonferrous screws, nonferrous bolts, or permanent adhesive. Minimum size of nameplates must be 1 by 2.5 inches. Lettering must be the normal block style with a minimum 0.25 inch height.

Accurately align all lettering on nameplates. Key the nameplates to a chart and schedule for each system. Frame charts and schedule under glass, and locate where directed near each system. Furnish two copies of each chart and schedule. Each nameplate description must identify its function.

2.2.3 Gaskets

ASME B16.21 , composition ring, using a Buna-N, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), or a protein and glycerin binder 0.1250-inch thick. Gaskets must be resistant to the effects of aviation and non-aviation hydrocarbon fuels and manufactured of fire-resistant materials. Full-face gaskets must be used for flat-face flanged joints. Ring gaskets must be used for raised-face flanged joints. Gaskets must be of one piece factory cut material.

2.2.3.1 Nitrile Butadiene (Buna-N)

Provide Buna-N material that conforms to SAE AMS3275.

2.2.3.2 Acrylonitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR)

Provide NBR material that conforms to SAE AMS3275.

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 11

2.3 FLANGED END CONNECTIONS

2.3.1 Flanges

Provide flanged end connections on system components, fittings, piping, piping components, adapters, couplers,and valves that conform to ASME B16.5 , Class 150.

2.3.1.1 Carbon Steel

Carbon steel flanges must conform to ASTM A105/A105M .

2.3.2 Flange Gaskets, Non-Electrically Isolating

Provide flange gaskets that are 1/8 inch thick and that conform to ASME B16.21 , raised-face type unless otherwise indicated. Gaskets must be constructed of Buna-N.

2.3.3 Fuel Piping Flange Bolts, Nuts, and Washers

a. Bolts and nuts for pipe flanges, flanged fittings, valves and accessories must conform to ASME B18.2.1 and ASME B18.2.2 , except as otherwise specified.

b. Bolts must be of sufficient length to obtain full bearing on the nuts and must project no more than three full threads and no less than two full threads beyond the nuts with the bolts tightened to the required torque.

c. Bolts must be regular hexagonal bolts conforming to ASME B18.2.1 with material conforming to ASTM A193/A193M , Class 2, Grade B8, stainless steel, when connections are made where a stainless steel flange is involved, and Grade B7, chromium molybdenum alloy, when only carbon steel flanges are involved. Bolts and nuts chosen must have sufficient strength to seat gasket types chosen. Bolts must be threaded in accordance with ASME B1.1 , Class 2A fit, Coarse Thread Series, for sizes one inch and smaller and Eight-Pitch Thread Series for sizes larger than one inch.

d. Nuts must conform to ASME B18.2.2 , hexagonal, heavy series with material conforming to ASTM A194/A194M , Grade 8, stainless steel for stainless steel bolts, and Grade 7, chromium molybdenum allow for chromium molybdenum alloy bolts. Nuts must be threaded in accordance with ASME B1.1 , Class 2B fit, Coarse Thread Series for sizes one inch and smaller and Eight-Pitch Thread Series for sizes larger than one inch.

e. Provide washers under bolt heads and nuts. Use chromium molybdenum alloy washers dimensioned to ASTM F436 flat circular for chromium molybdenum bolts. Stainless steel washer dimensioned similar to ASTM A436 flat circular, use material the same as the bolt.

f. Use torque wrenches to tighten all flange bolts to the torque recommended by the gasket manufacturer. Tighten in the pattern recommended by the gasket manufacturer. Use anti-seize compound on stainless steel bolts.

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 12

2.4 PIPE

Pipe must meet the material, fabrication and operating requirements of ASME B31.3 , except as modified herein.

2.4.1 Carbon Steel Pipe

Provide carbon steel pipe that complies with one of the following:

a. Pipe must conform to ASTM A53/A53M, Type E or S, Grade B, seamless or electric welded. Pipe smaller than 2-1/2 inches must be Schedule 80.

Pipe 2-1/2 inches and larger must be Schedule 40.

b. Pipe must conform to API Spec 5L , Product Specification Level (PSL) 1, Grade B, seamless or electric welded.

End connections for pipe or fittings smaller than 2-1/2 inches must be forged, socket weld type conforming to ASTM A182/A182M and ASME B16.11 , unless indicated otherwise. End connections for pipe or fittings 2-1/2 inches and larger must be buttweld type conforming to ASTM A234/A234M , Grade WPB and ASME B16.9 of the same wall thickness as the adjoining pipe. Where threaded end connections are indicated, provide connections that conform to ASME B16.3 , Class 150 or ASME B16.11 .

2.4.2 Stainless Steel Pipe

2.4.2.1 Control Tubing

Piping must be seamless, fully annealed stainless steel tubing conforming to ASTM A269/A269M , Grade TP316, with a hardness number not exceeding 80 HRB. For 1/2-inch tubing, provide a minimum 0.049 inch tubing wall thickness.

2.4.2.2 Control Tubing Fittings

Fittings must be the flareless, Type 316 stainless steel type conforming to SAE J514 .

2.4.3 Flexible Non-Metallic Pipe

Piping must conform to UL 971 . Piping must be installed in manufacturers supplied corrugated, flexible, access piping.

2.5 PIPING COMPONENTS

Provide piping components that meet the material, fabrication and operating requirements of ASME B31.3 , except as modified herein. Pressure design class for piping components must be Class 150 as defined in

ASME B16.5 .

2.5.1 Welded Nipples

Nipples must conform to ASTM A733 or ASTM B687 and be constructed of the same material as the connecting pipe.

2.5.2 Steel Couplings

Couplings must conform to API Spec 5L , seamless, extra heavy, wrought steel with recessed ends.

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2.5.3 Threaded Unions

Unions must conform to ASME B16.39 , Class 150. Unions materials must conform to ASTM A312/A312M , Grade 304 or 316. Dielectric unions must conform to dimensional, strength, and pressure requirements of ASME B16.39 , Class 150. Steel parts must be galvanized or plated. Union must have a water-impervious insulation barrier capable of limiting galvanic current to one percent of the short-circuit current in a corresponding bimetallic joint. When dry, union must be able to withstand a 600-volt breakdown test.

2.5.4 Flexible Connector

Flexible connectors for fueling pumps must have ANSI Class 300 or 150 flanges to mate directly to the pump and Class 150 flanges to the system flanges. Flanges must be stainless steel and must conform to ASME B16.5 . These units must have an inner stainless steel or Inconel, corrugated tube with external stainless steel braid, and all components must be rated for not less than 275 psig @ 100ºF. Face by Face dimension must be as recommended by the manufacturer. Use Inconel 625 inner bellows in coastal environments or where chlorides are present in the atmosphere.

For sizes larger than 6 inches, connectors must incorporate the use of Lo-corr, multi-ply bellows, without external braid, with bellows rating of 300 psig and overall rating consistent with the flange ANSI class.

Flanges must be plate type, Vanstone design, with axial movement control rods.

Fabricate piping to measurements established on the project site and position into place without springing or forcing. Make provisions for absorbing expansion and contraction without undue stress in any part of the system. The use of flexible connectors in permanently mounted pump suction and discharge lines as a method of compensating for piping misalignment is not acceptable.

2.5.5 Strainer

Strainer must be single, basket type, arranged in a simplex configuration as indicated in compliance with MIL-PRF-13789 , except as specified otherwise. Strainer end connections must be designed in accordance with ASME B16.5 , Class 150. Strainer body material must be the same as the material specified for manual valves. Strainers must have removable baskets of 40 mesh wire screen with larger wire mesh reinforcement; wire must be stainless steel, Type 316. Pressure drop for clean strainer must not exceed 3 psig at maximum design flow rate. The ratio of net effective strainer area to the area of the connecting pipe must be not less than three to one. Each strainer must be provided with a suitable drain at the bottom, equipped with a ball valve. The strainer must be equipped with a direct-reading, piston type differential pressure gauge that measures the differential pressure across the basket as per Section 33 57 55 FUEL

SYSTEM COMPONENTS (NON-HYDRANT).

2.5.6 Pressure Gauge

See Section 33 57 55 FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS (NON-HYDRANT).

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2.5.7 Pipe Supports

Supports must be the adjustable type conforming to MSS SP-58 , except as modified herein. Provide hot-dipped galvanized finish on rods, nuts, bolts, washers, hangers, and supports. Provide miscellaneous metal that conforms to ASTM A36/A36M, standard mill finished structural steel shapes, hot-dipped galvanized.

2.5.7.1 Pipe Protection Shields

Shields must conform to MSS SP-58 , Type 40, except material must be Type 316 stainless steel. Provide shields at each slide type pipe hanger and support.

2.5.7.2 Low Friction Supports

Supports must have self-lubricating anti-friction bearing elements composed of 100 percent virgin tetrafluoroethylene polymer and reinforcing aggregates, prebonded to appropriate backing steel members. The coefficient of static friction between bearing elements must be 0.06 from initial installation for both vertical and horizontal loads and deformation must not exceed 0.002 inch under allowable static loads.

Bonds between material and steel must be heat cured, high temperature epoxy. Design pipe hangers and support elements for the loads applied.

Provide anti-friction material with a minimum of 0.09 inch thick. Provide hot-dipped galvanized steel supports. Provide supports that are factory designed and manufactured.

2.5.8 Escutcheon

Escutcheon must be the chrome plated, stamped steel, hinged, split ring type. Inside diameter must closely fit pipe outside diameter. Outside diameter must completely cover the corresponding floor, wall, or ceiling opening. Provided each escutcheon with necessary set screws.

2.6 MANUAL VALVES

All portions of a valve coming in contact with fuel must be of noncorrosive material. Valves in stainless steel pipe lines or epoxy lined carbon steel pipe lines must be Type 304 or Type 316 stainless steel or carbon steel internally plated with chromium or nickel or internally electroless nickel plated. Valves in unlined carbon steel pipelines must have carbon steel body. Stem and trim must be stainless steel for all valves. Manually operated valves 6 inches and larger must be worm-gear operated and valves smaller than 6 inches must be lever operated or handwheel operated. Valves smaller than 2 inches must have lever-type handles. Handles installed more than 6 feet above finished floor must have chain operators. Valve indicators installed higher than 5 feet must have a position indicator visible from ground level. Sprocket wheel for chain operator must be aluminum.

2.6.1 Ball Valves

Ball valves must be fire tested and qualified in accordance with the requirements of API Std 607 and API STD 608 . Seal material for the fire test must be graphite, seal material for the project must be as indicated below. Ball valves must be nonlubricated valves that operate from fully open to fully closed with 90 degree rotation of the ball. Valves 2 inches and larger must conform to applicable construction and dimension

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 15 requirements of API Spec 6D , ANSI Class 150 and must have flanged ends.

Valves smaller than 2 inches must be ANSI class 150 valves with flanged ends, unless noted otherwise. The balls in valves 10 inches and larger full port and 12 inch and larger regular port and larger must have trunnion type support bearings. Except as otherwise specified or indicated, reduced port or full port valves may be provided at the Contractor's option. Balls must be solid, not hollow cavity.

2.6.1.1 Materials

Ball must be stainless steel. Ball valves must have polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFM) or fluoroelastomer (FKM), commonly referred to as Viton seats, body seals and stem seals. Valves 4 inches and smaller must have a locking mechanism.

2.6.2 Wafer Type Check Valve

Spring assisted, wafer/tapped lug pattern, butterfly check or globe type with FKM or PTFE seat ring, designed to prevent flow reversal slamming of valve, dual plate, and must conform to ASME B16.34 , API Std 594 , except face to face dimensions may deviate from standard. Valves must be suitable for installation in any orientation. Valve body and trim material must be as previously indicated herein.

2.6.3 Thermal Relief Valve

2.6.3.1 Valve Materials

Valves must have carbon steel bodies (stainless steel on stainless steel pipelines) and bonnets with stainless steel springs and trim. Valves must be Class 150 flanged end connections.

2.6.3.2 Thermal Relief Valve (ASME Type)

Thermal relief valves must be the fully enclosed, spring loaded, angle pattern, single port, hydraulically operated type with plain caps, and must be labeled in accordance with ASME BPVC (GPM). Valve stems must be fully guided between the closed and fully opened positions. The valves must be factory-set to open at pressures indicated on the drawings.

Operating pressure must be adjustable by means of an enclosed adjusting screw. The valves must have a minimum capacity of 20 GPM at 10 percent overpressure. Valves must have a replaceable seat. Relief valves that do not relieve to a zone of atmospheric pressure or tank must be a balanced type relief valve.

2.6.3.3 Thermal Relief Valve (Balanced Type)

Thermal relief valves that do not relieve to a zone of atmospheric pressure or atmospheric tank must be a balanced type relief or regulator valve.

Thermal relief valves must be the fully enclosed, spring loaded, angle pattern, single port, fully balanced type (back pressure must not affect relief pressure) back pressure regulator/relief valve. Set valve at pressure indicated on drawings. Valve body must have 1 inch (minimum) raised face flange connections unless otherwise indicated. Orifice must have a minimum orifice size of .500 inch in diameter. Valve must have bubble-tight piston and seat design with stainless steel piston and Viton seat. Valve must be selected for the nominal flow condition of: pass a

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 16 minimum of 5 gallons per minute, at a differential pressure of 55 psig, with a nominal set pressure of 50 psig. Valve must be factory configured to open at required set pressure but must be field adjustable by means of an enclosed adjusting screw.

2.6.4 Tank Overfill Prevention Valve (Pumped Fuel Receipt)

Valve must be the two-stage, float-activated, shutoff type that is an integral part of the drop tube used for pressurized fill systems. The valve must completely stop the flow of fuel into the tank, when the liquid level rises above 96.5 percent of tank capacity. Valve must be constructed of the same material as the fill tube. The overfill prevention valve must be testable with a cable.

2.6.5 Anti-Siphon Valves

2.6.5.1 Solenoid Controlled Anti-Siphon Ball Valve

Anti-siphon valves must be solenoid controlled, normally closed, spring loaded valves. Solenoid must be housed in an integral, watertight, explosion proof housing and suitable for installation in Class I, Division I hazardous area locations. Valve body and trim material must be as previously indicated herein.

2.6.5.2 Anti-Siphon Valve

Anti-siphon valves must be normally closed, spring loaded, angle pattern type valves. Valves must be suitable for installation in any orientation and compatible with suction or pressurized systems. Valve must be UL listed. Valve body and trim material must be as previously indicated herein.

2.7 PUMPS

2.7.1 Submersible Pump

See Section 33 57 55 FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS (NON-HYDRANT).

2.7.2 Self-priming Centrifugal Pump

See Section 33 57 55 FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS (NON-HYDRANT).

2.8 FRP CONTAINMENT SUMP

See Section 33 57 55 FUEL PUMP CONTROL AND ANNUNCIATION SYSTEM

(NON-HYDRANT).

2.9 ACCESSORIES

2.9.1 Concrete Anchor Bolts

Concrete anchors must conform to ASTM A307, Grade C, hot-dipped galvanized.

2.9.2 Bolts and Studs

Carbon steel bolts and studs must conform to ASTM A307, Grade B, hot-dipped galvanized. Stainless steel bolts and studs must conform to ASTM A193/A193M , Class 2, Grade 8.

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2.9.3 Nuts

Carbon steel nuts must conform to ASTM A563, Grade A, hex style, hot-dipped galvanized. Stainless steel nuts must conform to ASTM A194/A194M , Grade 8.

2.9.4 Washers

Provide flat circular washers under each bolt head and each nut. Washer materials must be the same as the connecting bolt and nut. Carbon steel washers must conform to ASTM F844, hot-dipped galvanized. Stainless steel washers must conform to ASTM A194/A194M , Grade 8.

2.9.5 Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Tape

Tape must conform to ASTM D3308.

2.9.6 Buried Utility Tape

Provide detectable aluminum foil plastic-backed tape or detectable magnetic plastic tape for warning and identification of buried piping.

Tape must be detectable by an electronic detection instrument. Provide tape in minimum 3 inches width rolls, color coded for the utility involved, with warning identification imprinted in bold black letters continuously and repeatedly over entire tape length. Warning identification must be at least 1 inch high and must state as a minimum "BURIED FUEL PIPING". Provide permanent code and letter coloring that is unaffected by moisture and other substances contained in trench backfill material.

2.10 FINISHES

Ship, store, and handle coating materials as well as apply and cure coatings in accordance with SSPC PA 1 .

2.10.1 Exterior Coating, Aboveground Piping

Coat the exterior of aboveground steel piping, flanges, fittings, nuts, bolts, washers, valves, and piping components, as defined in this specification, in accordance with Section 09 97 13.27 EXTERIOR COATING OF

STEEL STRUCTURES.

2.10.2 New System Components

2.10.2.1 Factory Coating

Unless otherwise specified, provide system components fabricated from ferrous metal with the manufacturer's standard factory finish. For system component surfaces subject to temperatures above 120 degrees F, the factory coating must be appropriately designed for the temperature service.

2.10.2.2 Field Painting

Painting required for surfaces not otherwise specified must be field painted as specified in Section 09 97 13.27 EXTERIOR COATING OF STEEL STRUCTURES. Do not paint aboveground stainless steel and aluminum surfaces. Do not coat system components provided with a complete factory coating. Prior to any field painting, clean surfaces to remove dust, dirt, rust, oil, and grease.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

Installation, workmanship, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing must be in accordance with ASME B31.3 and NFPA 30 , except as modified herein. Safety rules as specified in NFPA 30 must be strictly observed. Never direct bury threaded connections, socket welded connections, unions, flanges, valves, air vents, or drains. Install all work so that parts requiring periodic inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair are readily accessible.

3.1.1 Pumps

Properly level, align, and secure pumps in place in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Support, anchor, and guide so that no strains are imposed on a pump by weight or thermal movement of piping.

3.1.2 Piping

3.1.2.1 General

Thoroughly clean pipe of all scale and foreign matter before the piping is assembled. Cut pipe accurately to measurements established at the jobsite, and worked into place without springing or forcing. Cut pipe square and have burrs removed by reaming. Install pipe to permit free expansion and contraction without causing damage to the building structure, pipe, joints, or hangers. Cutting or other weakening of the building structure to facilitate piping installation will not be permitted without written approval.

a. Use reducing fittings for changes in pipe sizes. Install system components and piping into space allotted and allow adequate acceptable clearances for installation, replacement, entry, servicing, and maintenance. Provide electric isolation fittings between dissimilar metals. Install piping straight and true to bear evenly on supports. Piping must be free of traps, must not be embedded in concrete pavement, and must drain as indicated. Make changes in direction with fittings, except that bending of pipe 4 inches and smaller will be permitted, provided a pipe bender is used and wide sweep bends are formed. Mitering or notching pipe or other similar construction to form elbows or tees will not be permitted.

b. The centerline radius of bends must not be less than 6 diameters of the pipe. Bent pipe showing kinks, wrinkles, flattening, or other malformations will not be accepted. When work is not in progress, securely close open ends of pipe and fittings with an expandable pipe plug so that water, earth, or other substances cannot enter the pipe or fittings. For belowground piping, the full length of each pipe must rest solidly on the underlying pipe bed.

3.1.2.2 Double-Wall Flexible Non-Metallic Piping

Install double-wall flexible non-metallic piping in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

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3.1.2.3 Welded Connections

Unless otherwise indicated on the drawings, pipe joints must be welded.

Construct branch connections with welding tees or forged welding branch outlets. Do not weld stainless steel pipe to carbon steel pipe.

3.1.2.4 Threaded End Connections

Provide threaded end connections only on piping 2 inches in nominal size or smaller and only where indicated on the drawings. Provide threaded connections with PTFE tape or equivalent thread-joint compound applied to the male threads only. Not more than three threads must show after the joint is tighten.

3.1.3 Bolted Connections

For each bolted connection of stainless steel components (e.g., pipes, piping components, valves, and system components) use stainless steel bolts or studs, nuts, and washers. For each bolted connection of carbon steel components, use carbon steel bolts or studs, nuts, and washers.

Bolts to project no more than three full threads and no less than two full threads beyond the nuts with the bolts tightened to the required torque.

Prior to installing nuts, apply a compatible anti-seize compound to the male threads.

3.1.4 Flanges and Unions

Except where threaded end connections or unions are indicated, provide flanged joints in each line immediately preceding the connection to a system component or material requiring maintenance such as pumps, general valves, control valves, strainers, and other similar items and as indicated. Assemble flanged joints square and tight with matched flanges, gaskets, and bolts. For flanges, provide washers under each bolt head and nut. Torque wrenches must be used to tighten all flange bolts to the torque recommended by the gasket manufacturer. Tightening pattern must be as recommended by the gasket manufacturer. Use anti-seize compound on threads for stainless steel bolts.

3.1.5 Valves

Install isolation plug or ball valves on each side of each system component, at the midpoint of looped mains, and at any other points indicated or required for draining, isolating, or sectionalizing purpose.

Install valves with stems vertically up unless otherwise indicated.

Provide individual supports and anchors for each valve.

3.1.6 Air Vents

Provide 3/4 inch air vents at all high points and where indicated to ensure adequate venting of the piping system.

3.1.7 Drains

Provide 1-1/2 inch drains at all low points and where indicated to ensure complete drainage of the piping. Drains must by schedule 120.Drains must be accessible, and must consist of nipples and caps or plugged tees unless otherwise indicated.

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3.1.8 Escutcheons

Except for utility or equipment rooms, provide finished surfaces where exposed piping pass through floors, walls, or ceilings with escutcheons.

Secure escutcheon to pipe or pipe covering.

3.1.9 Access Panels

Provide access panels for all concealed valves, vents, controls, and items requiring inspection or maintenance. Access panels must be of sufficient size and located so that the concealed items may be serviced and maintained or completely removed and replaced.

3.1.10 Buried Utility Tape

Bury tape with the printed side up at a depth of 12 inches below the top surface of earth or the top surface of the subgrade under pavements.

3.1.11 Framed Instructions

Framed instructions must include system components layout, wiring and control diagrams, piping, valves, control sequences, and typed condensed operation instructions. The condensed operation instructions must include preventative maintenance procedures, methods of checking the system for normal and safe operation, and procedures for safely starting and stopping the system. Frame under glass or laminated plastic the framed instructions and post where directed by the Contracting Officer. Post the framed instructions before the system performance tests.

3.2 PIPE SUPPORTS

Install supports with a maximum spacing as defined in Table 1 below, except where indicated otherwise. In addition to meeting the requirements of Table 1, provide additional supports where concentrated piping loads exist (e.g., valves).

Table 1. Maximum Support Spacing

Nominal Pipe Size (Inches)

One and Under

1.5 2 3 4 6 8 10 12

Maximum Support Spacing (ft)

7 9 10 12 14 17 19 22 23

3.2.1 Seismic Requirements

Support and brace piping and attach valves to resist seismic loads as specified under Section 13 48 73 SEISMIC CONTROL FOR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT and as shown on the drawings. Structural steel required for reinforcement to properly support piping, headers, and system components but not shown

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 21 must be provided under this section. Material used for support must be as specified under Section 05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL.

3.2.2 Structural Attachments

Provide attachments to building structure concrete and masonry by cast-in concrete inserts, built-in anchors, or masonry anchor devices. Apply inserts and anchors with a safety factor not less than 5. Do not attach supports to metal decking. Construct masonry anchors for overhead applications of ferrous materials only. Structural steel brackets required to support piping, headers, and system components, but not shown, must be provided under this section. Material used for support must be as specified under Section 05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL.

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROLS

3.3.1 System Commissioning

System commissioning must conform to Section 33 08 55 FUEL DISTRIBUTION

SYSTEM START-UP (NON-HYDRANT).

3.3.2 Tests

Furnish labor, materials, equipment, electricity, repairs, and retesting necessary for any of the tests required herein. Perform piping test in accordance with the applicable requirements of ASME B31.3 except as modified herein. To facilitate the tests, various sections of the piping system may be isolated and tested separately. Where piping sections terminate at flanged valve points, close the line by means of blind flanges in lieu of relying on the valve. Provide tapped flanges to allow a direct connection between the piping and the air compressor and/or pressurizing pump. Use tapped flanges for gauge connections. Taps in the permanent line will not be permitted. Gauges will be subject to testing and approval. Provide provisions to prevent displacement of the piping during testing. Keep personnel clear of the piping during pneumatic testing. Only authorized personnel must be permitted in the area during pneumatic and hydrostatic testing. Isolate system components such as pumps, tanks and meters from the piping system during the testing. Do not exceed the pressure rating of any component in the piping system during the testing. Following satisfactory completion of each test, relieve the test pressure and seal the pipe immediately. Piping to be installed underground must not receive field applied exterior coatings at the joints or be covered by backfill until the piping has passed the final pneumatic tests described herein.

3.3.2.1 Preliminary Pneumatic Test

Apply a 15 psig pneumatic test to product piping. Maintain the pressure while soapsuds or equivalent materials are applied to the exterior of the piping. While applying the soapsuds, visually inspect the entire run of piping, including the bottom surfaces, for leaks (bubble formations). If leaks are discovered, repair the leaks accordingly and retest.

3.3.2.2 Final Pneumatic Test

Following the preliminary pneumatic test, apply a 30 psig pneumatic test to all product piping and hold for a period not less than 2-hours. During the test period, there must be no drop in pressure in the pipe greater than that allowed for thermal expansion and contraction. Disconnect the

SECTION 33 52 10 Page 22 pressure source during the final test period. If leaks are discovered, repair the leaks accordingly and retest.

3.3.2.3 Hydrostatic Test

Testing must comply with the requirements in ASME B31.3 , except as modified herein. Hydrostatically test offload piping to 100 psig in accordance with API RP 1110 . Hydrostatically test dispenser discharge piping, to include steel and UL971, to no higher than 50 psig. The UL971 piping testing shall be coordinated with manufacturer's guidelines. The vapor recovery piping must not be hydrostatically tested, only pneumatically.

3.3.2.4 Exterior Containment Piping Tests

Apply a minimum pneumatic pressure of 5 psig to the exterior containment piping.

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