Specifications Section 13 34 23.12 10 AMD 0005.pdf

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31 March 2022

SECTION 13 34 23.12 10

RELOCATABLE BUILDING UNIT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

This specification contains the performance, material, and production requirements for Relocatable Building (RLB) units, which are habitable prefabricated structures that are developed and manufactured to be readily moved (transportable over public roads), erected, disassembled, stored, and reused.

Excluded from this specification are tension fabric structures assembled from modular components and air supported structures.

The basic module interior envelope size shall be limited to no larger than 7 feet 8” (2300

mm) wide x 19 feet 5 inches (5900 mm) long x 7 feet 8 inches (2300 mm) high.

The minimum requirements for insulation are: Floors shall be provided with R-11+ insulation; Walls shall be provided with R-20+ insulation; Roof shall be provided with R- 40 insulation.

The minimum expected service life for RLB units shall be 15 years from the date of acceptance by the Government, and subsequent to initial assembly, the erected RLB units shall be able to be disassembled and re-deployed to other sites at least 3 times within that time span without degradation. All assembly activities shall be able to be performed by untrained personnel utilizing manufacturer supplied assembly documentation.

All RLB components (to include fixtures, accessories, etc.) shall be new, be free of defects, and meet all minimum quality standards.

RLB units and the final assembled facilities shall comply with UFC 1-201-01 Non- Permanent DoD Facilities in Support of Military Operations. The Facility Level shall be considered Semi-Permanent as defined in UFC 1-201-01.

Relocatable Building Type Options:

(All areas are nominal, not actual.)

RLB Type A: Single 160 SF (14.8 SM) units that can be connected together for use as billeting or as an administrative space.

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RLB Type B: Two 160 SF (14.8 SM) units for use as latrine, shower, and shave (LSS) units. Total of 320 square feet. These units are to be ground level only.

RLB Type C: Single 160 SF (14.8 SM) units for laundry uses. These units are to be ground level only.

RLB Type D: Four connected 160 SF (14.8 SM) units to create a 640 SF (59.5 SM) pod. This pod is for medical related uses including health and dental clinics. (Risk category 2.) These units are to be ground level only.

RLB Type F: Four connected 160 SF (14.8 SM) units to create a 640 SF (59.5 SM) pod. This pod is for general types of assembly uses, such as MWR, religious assembly, open space admin, fitness centers, DFAC etc.

1.2 WARRANTY

Provide material and workmanship warranties meeting specified requirements. Provide revision or amendment to standard manufacturer warranty as required to comply with the specified requirements. Provide a manufacturer's standard commercial warranty that has no dollar limit, covers full system water-tightness, durability, and workmanship.

1.2.1 Manufacturer’s Warranty

Furnish the manufacturer's no-dollar-limit materials and assembly workmanship warranty for the following:

Structure - including structural components, fasteners, moisture and thermal protection, exterior finishes, roof, doors, and windows;

Interior - including finishes, flooring, walls, and ceiling;

Electrical system - including wiring, circuit breakers, and devices;

Heating ventilation and air conditioning system - including all components, systems, and devices;

Plumbing system - including all piping, devices, valves, toilets, showers, lavatories, and water heaters;

Write the warranty directly to the Government to commence at the time of the Government's acceptance of the work. The warranty must state that:

a. If within the warranty period any listed material, as installed at the factory or supplied by the manufacturer for field installation becomes non-functional, shows evidence of

Section 13 34 23.12 10 Page 3 moisture intrusion within the assembly, splits, tears, cracks, delaminates, separates at the seams, shrinks, or shows evidence of excessive weathering due to defective materials or installation workmanship, the repair or replacement of the defective and damaged materials and correction of defective workmanship is the responsibility manufacturer. The manufacturer is responsible for all costs associated with the repair or replacement work.

b. When the manufacturer or its approved repair agent fails to perform the repairs within 72 hours of notification or ship repair parts within 48 hours, emergency temporary repairs performed by others will not void the warranty.

1.2.2 Installer Warranty

The installer must warrant for a period equal to the manufacturer warranty that the installation and any minor construction procured under this contract are free from defects in installation workmanship, to include the structures maintaining level, all field installed items. The work warranted shall include any site civil work performed, and specifically shall include a warranty that structures installed will remain level (aligned with a horizontal plane and plumb with the vertical plane). Write the warranty directly to the Government. The installer is responsible for correction of defective workmanship and replacement of materials damaged or adversely affected by installation or construction workmanship. The installer is responsible for all costs associated with the repair or replacement work.

1.2.3 Continuance of Warranty

Approve repair or replacement work that becomes necessary within the warranty period and accomplish in a manner so as to ensure or restore, as necessary, the applicability of the Manufacturer’s Warranty for the remainder of the warranty period with regard to any materials or supplies affected by subject of any required repair under the Installer Warranty and the applicability of the Installer Warranty with respect to any installation or construction work affected by any required repair or replacement under the Manufacturer’s Warranty. The Contractor is obligated to pass these warranty requirements through to all RLB manufacturers and installers or suppliers of minor construction services under this Contract, and it guarantees all obligations to the Government under this subparagraph 1.2.

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. The Contractor is responsible for using the most current approved publication.

AIR-CONDITIONING, HEATING, AND REFRIGERATION INSTITUTE (AHRI)

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AHRI 410

Forced-Circulation Air-Cooling and Air-Heating Coils

AIR MOVEMENT AND CONTROL ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL, INC. (AMCA)

AMCA 210 Laboratory Methods of Testing Fans for Aerodynamic Performance Rating

AMCA 300 Reverberant Room Method for Sound Testing of Fans

AMCA 301 Methods for Calculating Fan Sound Ratings from Laboratory Test Data

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (AISC)

AISC 360 Specification for Structural Steel Buildings

AMERICAN IRON AND STEEL INSTITUTE (AISI)

AISI S100-07/SI-10 North American Specification for the Design of Cold-formed Steel Structural Members

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)

ASME A112.6.3 Standard for Floor and Trench Drains

ASME A112.14.1 Backwater Valves

ASME A112.19.2/CSA B45.1 Standard for Vitreous China Plumbing Fixtures and Hydraulic Requirements for Water Closets and Urinals

ASME A112.19.3/CSA B45.4 Stainless Steel Plumbing Fixtures

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SANITARY ENGINEERING (ASSE)

ASSE 1003 Performance Requirements for Water Pressure Reducing Valves for Domestic Water Distribution Systems

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

ANSI/NAAMM/HMMA 861 Guide Specifications for Commercial Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

ANSI/NAAMM/HMMA 863 Standards for Commercial Security Products

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ANSI Z21.22/CSA 4.4 Relief Valves for Hot Water Supply Systems

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A123/A123M Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products

ASTM A924/A924M Standard Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Metallic-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process

ASTM B280 Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Field Service

ASTM B766 Standard Specification for Electrodeposited

Coatings of Cadmium

ASTM C518 Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus

ASTM C534/C534M Standard Specification for Preformed Flexible Elastomeric Cellular Thermal Insulation in Sheet and Tubular Form

ASTM D3138 Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for Transition Joints between Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) and Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Non-Pressure Piping Components

ASTM D2564 Standard Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems

ASTM D2855 Standard Practice for Making Solvent-Cemented Joints with Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pipe and Fittings

ASTM E1 Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers

ASTM E84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

ASTM E119 Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials

ASTM E136 Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 Degrees C

ASTM F409 Thermoplastic Accessible and Replaceable Plastic Tube and Tubular Fittings

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ASTM F493 Solvent Cements for Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe and Fittings

AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)

AWS A5.1/A5.1M Specification for Carbon Steel Electrodes

AWS D1.1/D1.1M Structural Welding Code - Steel

AWS D1.3/D1.3M Structural Welding Code – Sheet Steel

BRITISH STANDARDS (BS) INSTITUTION

BS 1363-2 13A plugs, socket-outlets, adaptors and connection units- Part 2 Specification for 13A switched and unswitched socket-outlets

BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations, IET Wiring Regulations- Eighteenth Edition

CANADIAN STANDARDS ASSOCIATION (CSA)

CSA B45.5-11/IAPMO Z124 Plastic Plumbing Fixtures – First Edition

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS

24 CFR 3280 Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards

40 CFR 82 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone

INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

IEEE 100 The Authoritative Dictionary of IEEE Standards Terms

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

International Building Code, (IBC)

International Mechanical Code

International Plumbing Code

INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION

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IEC 60884-1 Plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes – Part 1: General requirements

MANUFACTURERS STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY (MSS)

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

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ARCHITECTURAL METAL MANUFACTURERS

(NAAMM)

NAAMM AMP 500 Metal Finishes Manual

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

NEMA WD 6 Wiring Devices- Dimensional Specifications

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 National Electrical Code

NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

NFPA 101 Life Safety Code

NFPA 286 Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish to Room Fire Growth

NFPA 720 Standard for the Installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and Warning Equipment

PUBLIC LAW (PL)

PL 109-58 Energy Policy Act of 2005

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 174 Household Electric Storage Tank Water Heaters

UL 580 Tests for Uplift Resistance of Roof Assemblies

UL 705 UL Standard for Safety Power Ventilators

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UL 723 Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

UL 1995 Heating and Cooling Equipment

UL Bldg. Mat Dir Building Materials Directory

UL White Book Guide Information for Electrical Equipment

UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)

UFC 1-201-01 Non-Permanent DoD Facilities in Support of Military Operations

UFC 3-301-01 Structural Engineering

UFC 3-600-01 Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities

1.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.4.1 Units

1.4.1.1 RLB units regardless of Type shall be considered as “bathrooms or laundry rooms.” Provide minimum clear height from finished floor to underside of proposed ceiling assembly no less than 7 feet (2134 mm) clear ceiling height.

1.4.1.2 RLB units shall be single level rectangular configuration.

1.4.1.3 RLB units shall have a uniform prefinished exterior. The Contracting Officer will select exterior and interior colors from the manufacturer’s proposed color offerings.

1.4.1.4 Individual RLB components, in disassembled condition, cannot exceed 200 lbs.

(90.72 kg) in weight and shall be able to be picked up, handled, and assembled by able bodied military personnel.

1.4.1.5 The RLB unit and/or the unit’s individual components must be capable of being shipped in standard ISO intermodal containers. Each component shall be permanently marked to ensure correct coordination with each envelope. Each shipping container shall contain a packing list that is readily visible upon opening the container and indicates how many containers are included in the shipment.

1.4.1.6 RLB units shall be non-combustible construction in accordance with UFC 1-201- 01, except that, for some delivery orders, the Government may require that the contractor build combustible RLB units in accordance with the Government’s own design, which would be required to comply with UFC 1-201-01 as combustible RLB units.

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1.4.1.7 Spray plastic foam insulation is not allowed. Acceptable forms of insulation include fiberglass, rock wool, rigid insulation, or similar.

1.4.1.8 Emergency and exit lighting, where required, shall be provided at each facility exit in accordance with UFC 1-201-01.

1.4.1.9 Interior finishes must comply with UFC 1-201-01 (at the semi-permanent facility level). Interior finishes must be approved by the government. Gypsum board and carpet shall not be used.

1.4.1.10 RLB components shall be assembled or disassembled without the use of custom tools and be metric standard.

1.4.1.11 RLB utility systems shall be developed, located, and manufactured to be easily, simply, and quickly connected to the RLB unit’s exterior face surface.

1.4.1.12 RLB unit types shall be capable of being stacked two (2) high directly on top of each other.

1.4.1.13 RLB units must be able to be joined together to create any of the five (5) RLB types indicated.

1.4.1.14 RLB units must be structurally sound. Fasteners and connections shall have galvanized coating to reduce corrosion and require no maintenance in accordance with

UFC 1-201-01.

1.4.1.15 Pre-assemble RLB units in the factory and confirm all components, including walls, floor, doors and roof are built square and plumb and fit together per design intent.

1.4.1.16 Egress shall be provided in accordance with UFC 1-201-01.

1.4.1.17 Vertical circulation between stacked RLB facilities shall be accommodated by the use of independent self-supporting exterior stairs, handrails and railing assemblies that are code compliant and field installed.

1.4.1.18 RLB facilities shall provide a method to level and plumb that shall be manually adjustable with durable support pads, if needed. Restraint anchor systems, if used, must be corrosion resistant.

1.4.1.19 Conduits, if used, for wiring and cables may be exposed on walls and ceiling.

Where wiring is part of the fire alarm/detection systems, the conduits shall be marked for their use in accordance with NFPA 72. Installation shall be done neatly and in most economical and efficient way.

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1.4.1.20 Provide concealed blocking for accessories mounting devices, and do not have screws, nails or bolts penetrating into the interior

1.4.1.21 Assemblies shall have a sound transmission coefficient (STC) of not less than 25.

1.4.1.22 Plumbing will not be permitted on the second floor of stacked RLB facilities.

1.4.1.23 Provide electric breaker panel, energy efficient LED light fixtures, outlets per code and fire/phone/data conduits and wiring.

1.4.2 Structural Performance

Provide an RLB unit capable of withstanding the effects of self-weight gravity loads, and the loads and stresses listed in the following paragraphs, within the limits and conditions indicated. Guy wires are not permitted.

All RLB units shall be assigned Risk Category II, except for Unit Type E which shall be assigned Risk Category IV, unless otherwise required by Scope of Work.

RLB units shall comply with UFC 1-201-01.

Use of the Euro code requirements for structural design is not allowed.

Use of the Euro code requirements for bolting and welding is allowed.

1.4.2.1 Floor Live Loads

All module floor framing systems must be in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 and must be able to support personnel, equipment and materials. The minimum uniform live load shall be 4.8 kPa (100 psf).

1.4.2.2 Roof Live Loads

All facility roof framing systems must be in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 and be able to support equipment and materials. The minimum uniform live load for single level units shall be 0.96 kPa (20 psf).

1.4.2.3 Collateral Loads

Include an additional dead load of 0.50 kPa (10 psf) to all roof loads, other than the weight of the facility building system, to account for the weight of permanent items such as mechanical equipment ductwork, electrical conduits, and ceilings. Wall framing must be capable of supporting an additional point load of 11 kg (24 lbs.) at wall face to account for shelves or equipment.

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1.4.2.4 Wind Loads

All facility structural elements, including components and cladding and main wind force resisting systems, must be in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 using the following minimum criteria: Exposure Category C, Basic Wind Speed 177 kph (110 mph) for single and stacked units.

1.4.2.5 Seismic

Single and stacked RLB facilities shall be capable of withstanding the effects of earthquake motions determined in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 using the following minimum criteria: Ss 0.57, S1 0.27.

Those types of RLB units that are required to be stackable shall be able to be connected to and mounted on top of another RLB unit. See RLB Types.

1.4.2.6 Load Combinations

RLB facilities must be able to withstand the most critical effects of load factors and load combinations as required by UFC 3-301-01.

1.4.2.7 Load Application

RLB units must support the worst-case loading conditions assuming units are stacked two high and/or connected side-by-side. Each unit shall be able to support all dead, live wind, seismic, and collateral loads assuming the worst-case position.

1.4.2.8 Deflection Limits

All RLB units must be in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 with regard to deflection limitations. RLB facilities must withstand design loads with deflections no greater than the following:

a. Floor and Roof Framing: vertical deflection of 1/360 of the span.

b. Wall Framing: horizontal deflection of 1/240 of the span.

c. Wall Cladding: horizontal deflection of 1/180 of the span.

1.4.2.9 Thermal Movements

Provide cladding systems that allow for thermal movements resulting from the maximum change (range) in ambient and surface temperatures, 67 C (120 F) ambient and 100 C (180 F) material surfaces, preventing buckling, opening of joints, overstressing of

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1.4.2.10 Wind-Uplift Resistance

Provide roof cladding assemblies that comply with UL 580 for Class 60.

1.4.2.11 Foundation Design

The foundation shall be designed for a soil bearing capacity of 72 kPa (1,500 PSF).

1.4.3 HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

HVAC units shall be able to operate in an ambient temperature of 52°C and shall have a seasonal energy efficiency ratio of 16 or greater.

1.4.3.1 Service Labeling

Label equipment with labels made of self-sticking, non-corrosive metal designed for permanent installation. Labels shall be in accordance with the typical examples below:

SERVICE LABEL AND TAG DESIGNATION

Ductless Mini Split SU-XXX (Indoor Portion) CU-XXX (Outdoor Portion)

Control and instrument air CONTROL AND INSTR.

Exhaust Fan Number EF-XXX

1.4.3.2 Prevention of Corrosion

Protect metallic materials against corrosion. Manufacturer shall provide rust-inhibiting treatment for components exposed to ambient atmosphere and standard finish for the equipment enclosures for a minimum of ten years. Do not use aluminum in contact with earth, and when connected to dissimilar metal. Protect aluminum by approved fittings, barrier material, or treatment. Ferrous parts such as anchors, bolts, braces, boxes, bodies, clamps, fittings, guards, nuts, pins, rods, shims, thimbles, washers, and miscellaneous parts not of corrosion-resistant steel or nonferrous materials shall be hot-dip galvanized in accordance with ASTM A123/A123M for exterior locations and cadmium-plated in conformance with ASTM B766 for interior locations.

1.4.3.3 Asbestos Prohibition

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Do not use asbestos and asbestos-containing products, or any other hazardous material.

1.4.3.4 Ozone Depleting Substances Used as Refrigerants

Minimize releases of Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) during repair, maintenance, servicing or disposal of appliances containing ODS's by complying with all applicable sections of 40 C.F.R. Part 82, Subpart F as though every project site were located in the United States. The use of R-22 refrigerant for HVAC systems is expressly prohibited.

Any person conducting repair, maintenance, servicing or disposal of equipment containing refrigerants must comply with the following:

a. Do not knowingly vent or otherwise release into the environment, Class I or Class II substances used as a refrigerant.

b. Do not open appliances without meeting the requirements of 40

C.F.R.,Part 82.156, regarding required practices for evacuation and collection of refrigerant, and 40 C.F.R., Part 82.158, regarding standards of recycling and recovery equipment.

c. Only persons who comply with 40 C.F.R., Part 82.161, regarding technician certification, can conduct work on appliances containing refrigerant.

1.4.3.5 Electrical Systems

1.4.3.5.1 General.

Except as noted otherwise in this specification, all electrical work shall comply with 24 CFR 3280, Subpart I. Additionally, RLB modules shall have a UL or CE Certificate of Inspection as described in the UL White Book for Prefabricated Buildings (QRAR), Commercial and Industrial Prefabricated Buildings and Units (QRXA) or CE equivalent.

1.4.3.5.2 Compliance with Codes

Option 1: 50Hz system

Units connected to 415/240, 400/230 or 380/220 V, 50 Hz power systems shall comply with the electrical requirements of BS 7671 and any internationally recognized host nation electrical code for the region installed. In addition, the 50 Hz power system shall comply with article 545 and article 550 of NFPA 70 as applicable. If there’s, any conflict BS7671 shall take precedence over any other code listed above.

Option 2: 60Hz system

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Units connected to 120, 120/240 or 208/120 volt (V), 60 Hz systems shall comply with

NFPA 70.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

All submittals, except samples, shall be electronic.

SD-01 Post Award Submittals

Concept Design Drawings of Proposed Floor Plans and RLB Modules

SD-02 Shop Drawings

RLB Modules and Multi-Module Assembly Documents

The manufacturer shall provide a complete, clear, concise and correct set of documents (construction/assembly documents for RLB shell to be reviewed, including but not limited to:

Floor plan @ ½” scale Notional furniture and equipment plan Reflected ceiling plan @ 1/2” scale Roof Plan @1/2” scale Elevations (front, sides and rear) @1/2” scale Typical roof panel and connection detail, scale as required for clarity Typical wall panel and connection detail Typical floor panel and connection detail to foundations and RLB two-story assemblies Construction Details @ 1-1/2 “scale stair elevations, section and details Building Sections (Transverse and Longitudinal @1/2” scale) Written list of all material, tools and equipment used to assemble the manufactured RLB

Electrical Detail Drawings

Interior distribution and Grounding Plans

Mechanical Detail Drawings

HVAC system, sequence of operation, plumbing system

SD-03 Product Data

Manufacturer's catalog HVAC data:

Louvers

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Centrifugal Fans Centrifugal Type Power Wall Fans Ductless Mini-Splits Plumbing:

List of installed fixtures with manufacturer, model and flow rate data:

Flush Tank Water Closets Wall Hung Lavatories Countertop Lavatories Service Sinks Shower Stall Components Water Heaters Pumps Backflow Prevention Assemblies Shower Valves Shower Heads Lavatory Fixtures

Electrical:

Manufacturer's catalog data for the following:

Light fixtures Receptacles (socket-outlets) Panelboards Wiring Switches Raceways Boxes Conduit

SD-04 Samples

Roof cladding, 12 inches (300 mm) or 12 inches long by actual panel width

Wall Cladding, 12 inches (300 mm) or 12 inches long by actual panel width

Interior Finishes, 12 inches (300 mm) long x 12 inches (300 mm) wide

Insulation, approximately 200 by 280 mm or 8 by 11 inches

Manufacturer's color charts and chips, 100 mm by 100 mm or 4 by 4 inches SD-05 Design Data

Manufacturer's descriptive and technical Literature

Manufacturer's building design Analysis

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HVAC load calculations

Plumbing waste and vent Calculations

Certified structural Calculations

Certified electrical service and branch circuit calculations

SD-06 Test Reports

Test reports

Coatings and base

Metals HVAC

Performance Tests

Test reports that show the HVAC equipment is properly installed and performing as intended.

Plumbing:

Tests, Flushing and Disinfection

Test reports in booklet form showing all field tests performed to adjust each component and all field tests performed to prove compliance with the specified performance criteria, completion, and testing of the installed system. Each test report shall indicate the final position of controls.

Test of Backflow Prevention Assemblies

Contractor shall have the manufacturer's representative test the device, to ensure the unit is properly installed and performing as intended.

The Contractor shall provide written documentation of the tests performed and signed by the individual performing the tests.

SD-07 Certificates

System components

Qualification of Manufacturer

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Qualifications of Assembler

UL/CE Certificate of Inspection

Electrician’s license

Mechanical Engineer License

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Assembly and Disassembly Instruction Manual

Installation of Roof and Wall Cladding

Shipping, Handling, and Storage Instructions

Door Hardware Schedule and Installation Directions

HVAC Manufacturer's Installation Instructions

HVAC Operation and Maintenance Training

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

HVAC:

Operation and Maintenance Manuals

Centrifugal Fans

Ductless Mini-Splits

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Manufacturer's Warranty

Warranty for Installation

Record Documentation

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.6.1 Welding

Qualify procedures and personnel for welding according to AWS A5.1/A5.1M, AWS D1.1/D1.1M, and AWS D1.3/D1.3M or Euro code equivalent.

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1.6.2 Structural Steel

Comply with AISC 360, for design requirements and allowable stresses.

1.6.3 Fire-Resistance Ratings

Where indicated, provide materials identical to those of assemblies tested for fire resistance per ASTM E119 by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency. Indicate design designations from UL Bldg. Mat Dir or from the listings of another qualified testing agency. Combustion Characteristics must conform to ASTM E136.

1.6.4 Surface-Burning Characteristics

Provide materials having material with Class A fire ratings. The surface-burning characteristics must be determined by testing identical products according to ASTM E84 by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency showing:

a. Flame-Spread Index: 75 or less.

b. Smoke-Developed Index: 450 or less.

1.6.5 Fabrication

Fabricate and finish roof, floor and wall components and accessories at the factory, by manufacturer's standard procedures and processes and as necessary to fulfill indicated performance requirements.

1.6.6 Finishes

Comply with NAAMM AMP 500 for recommendations for applying and designating finishes. Appearance of Finished Work: Noticeable variations in same piece are not acceptable. Variations in appearance of adjoining components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.

1.6.7 Plumbing

1.6.7.1 Regulatory Requirements for Plumbing

Plumbing work shall be in accordance UFC 1-201-01. Energy consuming products and systems shall be in accordance with PL 109-58 and ASHRAE 90.1 – SI.

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1.6.7.2 Accessibility of Equipment

Install all work so that parts requiring periodic inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair are readily accessible.

1.6.8 Mechanical

Provide manufacturer’s certificate of compliance.

Provide evidence of conformance to UL and CE requirements.

1.6.9 Interior Finishes

Interior wall and ceiling finish materials shall be classified for fire performance and smoke development in accordance with IBC Section 803.1.1 or 803.1.2, except as shown in Sections 803.2 through 803.13. Materials tested in accordance with Section

803.1.2 shall not be required to be tested in accordance with Section 803.1.1.

Interior wall and ceiling finish materials shall be classified in accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723. Such interior finish materials must be classified in the flame spread and smoke-developed index below.

Class A: = Flame spread index 0-25; smoke developed index 0-450.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 Standard Products

Standard products (i.e., commercial off the shelf RLB components not specially manufactured for use in this contract) such as hardware, interior finishes, fixtures and equipment shall have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use. The use shall include applications of equipment and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size. The product shall have been for sale on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturers' catalogs, or brochures. All products shall be new, first quality and undamaged.

Floors, ceilings, partitions, walls and wall bases shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface assembly. Interior finishes shall have a light-colored semi-gloss finish.

The types of interior finishes selected shall not impact the ability of the units to be disassembled and relocated.

2.1.1 Shower Assemblies

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Provide 36” by 36” enclosed shower assemblies with individual control valves for hot and cold water. Provide an internal gravity drain system with single above floor exit through exterior wall of unit. Provide method of producing sufficient hot water for all showers to run simultaneously for 10 minutes with no decrease in water flow or change in temperature.

Shower assemblies shall provide a means of obscuring the view of the occupant within the shower and between adjacent showers. Shower assembly shall be a minimum dimension of 36” x 36” square (914mm) each. Plumbing shall be surface mounted and protected or accessible.

The interior of the shower assembly unit shall resist mold and mildew growth, be easily sanitized, waterproof and have durable surface. The floor shall be slip resistant.

2.1.2 Latrine Accessories

Accessories such as grab bars, paper dispensers and soap dishes, provided on or within walls, shall be installed and sealed to protect structural elements from moisture and mold. Accessories shall be stainless steel.

2.1.3 Laundry Drains

Washing machines and sinks shall drain into a continuous floor trench drain sized to accommodate load, sloped to drain and have one code compliant exit from RLB.

2.1.4 Lavatory drains

Lavatories shall be wall hung and have a clear working space of not less than 900mm (36 inches) in front and comply with paragraph 2.4.6.1. Drain into a continuous floor trench drain along exterior wall, sloped to drain and have one code compliant exit from

RLB.

2.1.5 Floor

Floor cavities shall be insulated with flame retardant insulation having a minimum R-11 rating in accordance with 24 CFR 3280.506.

Floors, ceilings, partitions, walls and wall bases shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface assembly and be free of sharp, pointed, or jagged edges. Floor thickness may be thicker to accommodate shower drains and sloped base.

2.1.6 Exterior Walls, Roof and Underside of RLB Facilities

Prefinished non-corrosive metal or fiberglass sheathing assembly compliant with UL approved one hour fire resistant rating.

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Wall assembly insulation shall achieve a minimum R-20 value, be a waterproof and a vermin proof assembly.

Spray-foam insulation is prohibited.

Roof assembly shall achieve an R-30 value in accordance with 24 CFR 3280.506.

Provide the roof with positive drainage to the exterior edge without ponding.

Two-story unit assemblies shall be designed to fit securely and plumb on the unit below.

2.1.7 Doors

2.1.7.1 Interior Doors

Doors shall be tight evenly fitting to the jamb, head, and threshold.

When in an open position, interior doors shall remain stationary.

Each door shall be an industry standard 900mm (36 inches) by 2.13m (84 inches) by 1- 3/4” thick (44mm) insulated prefinished hollow metal door with a minimum RSI-0.6 (R3.5) rated insulation.

Door assemblies shall comply with ANSI/NAAMM/HMMA 861 and ANSI/NAAMM/HMMA 863 and be Steel Door Institute (SDI) certified or equivalent.

Pre-hung door and frame shall be rated for high use and moderate Impact resistance, frame shall be 14 gauge minimum and have a consistent frame profile.

Door assemblies shall be equipped with three (3) silencers per leaf.

2.1.7.2 Exterior Doors

Each door shall be an industry standard 900mm (36 inches) by 2.13m (84 inches) by 1- 3/4” thick (44mm) insulated prefinished hollow metal door with a minimum RSI-0.6 (R3.5) rated insulation.

Door assemblies shall comply with ANSI/NAAMM/HMMA 861 and ANSI/NAAMM/HMMA 863, and be Steel Door Institute (SDI) certified or equivalent.

Pre-hung door and frame shall be rated for high use and moderate Impact resistance, frame shall be 14 gauge minimum and have a consistent frame profile.

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Exit doors shall have a threshold and be fully weather stripped and have a protective rain shield at door head.

2.1.7.3 Door Hardware

Door Hardware shall be appropriate Grade 1 hardware compliant or equivalent with UFGS 08 71 00, ANSI/BHMA A156 series, SDI and NFPA. The hardware set shall consist of the following:

1 ½ pair Hinges #A5111 1 each lockset, Grade 1, Locksets shall be cipher combination locks or an approved equal with levers and key override at all building entrances.

Combination or approved equal 1 each door closer #C02061 1 each threshold #J32130.

Contractor shall provide labeled matching keys, hardware schedules for each RLB unit type, a master key system, five (5) extra keys, and for each five RLB units, a lockable prefinished metal key cabinet sized to accommodate the extra keys for five RLB units regardless of type.

Exterior door hinges and lock sets shall be stainless steel with BHMA 630 finish. Interior door hinges shall be steel with BHMA 600 finish.

Exterior door assembly shall comply with wall rating and have compliant hardware and locksets installed with a 2-3/4” (62mm) backset.

2.1.7.4 Toilet Partitions

Each water closet shall occupy a separate compartment with non-corrosive privacy partitions and a lockable door enclosing the fixtures to ensure privacy. Compartment’s clear interior dimension shall be no less than 914mm (36 inches) wide x 1.82m (72 inches) deep. Door shall have one robe hook and gravity, stainless steel piano 14 gauge, cam close hinges.

Solid Phenolic Core Partitions and door assemblies shall have a high pressure matte surface finish as an integral part of the core material and have structural integrity to resist deflection, warping, cracking or spalling.

2.1.8 Ice and Water Shield

Roof edges and all exterior penetrations (e.g. doors, vents, lighting, and power outlets) shall be equipped with ice and water shields and sealant.

2.2 STRUCTURAL

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2.2.1 Floor and Roof Framing

The floor and roof framing shall meet the requirements of UFC 1-301-01.

Floor framing shall be spaced according to the span limitations of the floor decking.

Splicing of the floor framing is not acceptable. A framing member shall be placed around the entire perimeter of the RLB facility floor.

2.2.2 Floor Decking

The floor decking shall meet the requirements of UFC 1-301-01. The decking should be placed perpendicular to the joist span. All decking must be installed and secured in such a manner that the ends terminate on structural members for proper securing.

2.2.3 Exterior Walls

The exterior wall framing must meet the requirements of UFC 1-301-01.

2.3 HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

2.3.1 Energy Efficient Equipment

Exhaust fans and ductless mini splits shall comply with the energy efficiency requirements in UFC 1-201-01 and with any more stringent energy efficiency requirements of the RFP, local law, and local building codes.

2.3.2 HVAC Identification Plates

In addition to standard manufacturer's identification plates, provide engraved laminated phenolic identification plates for each piece of mechanical equipment.

Identification plates are to designate the function of the equipment. Letters shall be upper case.

2.3.3 Indoor Air Quality

Provide equipment and components that comply with the requirements of UFC 1- 201-01 unless more stringent requirements are specified.

2.3.3.1 Ventilation Air

Ventilation air shall be supplied to each room in accordance with UFC 1-201-01 unless more stringent requirements are specified.

2.3.3.2 Lavatory Exhaust

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Provide exhaust in accordance with UFC 1-201-01 unless more stringent requirements are specified. Exhaust shall be continuous or interlocked with a light switch. Use of a sensible heat recovery unit shall be investigated to determine if they are life cycle cost effective when the 1.0 percent dry bulb occurrence exceeds 32°C (90°F) or when the 99 percent dry bulb temperature occurrence is less than 10°C (50°F).

2.3.4 Air Systems Equipment

2.3.4.1 Exhaust Fans

2.3.4.1.1 General Performance, Component, and Other Requirements

Fans must have certified performance ratings as evidenced by conformance to the requirements of AMCA 211, and must be listed in AMCA CRP, or must be currently eligible for such listing. Fans must generally be in accordance with AMCA 99 unless superseded by other requirements stated elsewhere herein. Determine performance data for fans in accordance with AMCA 210. Select fans to minimize the exposure of personnel working in or occupying the immediate installation area. The total sound power level of the fan tests must not exceed 85 dBA when tested per AMCA 300 and rated per AMCA 301, or it must be provided with an appropriate attenuation device or devices. Scheduled fan performance is the performance required under specified or indicated installation conditions with specified or indicated accessories. The net installed air performance of the fan, with accessories/appurtenances in place, must be sufficient to meet the scheduled performance within the limits of the fan rating certification tolerance. Affix the manufacturer's product identification nameplate to each unit. Apply additional requirements for specific service or generic type or class of fan. If non-uniform air flow conditions are likely to be encountered, contact the fan manufacturer to ensure that the fan is rated for the additional fan inlet and outlet effect. Install fans to minimize fan system effect in accordance with AMCA 201. Fans must be listed in the Directory of Products licensed to use AMCA seal.

2.3.4.1.2 Bearings and Lubrication

Precision anti-friction or sleeve type with provisions for self-alignment and for radial and thrust loads imposed by the service. Provide water-cooled bearings where required for the service or recommended by the manufacturer.

2.3.4.1.3 Anti-friction Bearings

Constructed of steel alloys with a certified L-10 minimum rated life of 40,000 hours under load conditions imposed by the service. Rated and selected in accordance with ABMA 9 and ABMA 11. Provide with dust-tight seals suitable for environment and lubricant pressures encountered; cast ferrous metal housing, bolted-split pillow block type where located within fan casings; grease lubricated with provisions to prevent

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Provide manual or automatic grease pressure relief fittings visible from normal maintenance locations. Include lubrication extension tubes where necessary to facilitate safe maintenance during operation and fill tubes with lubricant prior to equipment operation. Prelubricated, sealed, anti-friction bearings, which conform to above specified materials and L-10 life requirements, may be provided for fans requiring less than 0.37 kW 1/2 horsepower.

2.3.4.1.4 Sleeve Bearings

Premounted, self-aligning, continuous oil supply, single or double ring lubricated, insert type, with suitable provisions for shaft expansion and such thrust as may be imposed by service loads. Provide water cooling for shaft surface speed exceeding 6.1 meters per second 1200 feet per minute. Provide each sleeve bearing with approximately 473 mL 16 ounce capacity constant level oiler and oil level gage. Include on sleeve bearing submittal data: Bearing manufacturing source, type, lubricant, clearances, "L/D" ratio, antifriction metal, belt angle, shaft speed, shaft critical speed, Brinell hardness at journal, and shaft surface finish at journal in micro-inches.

2.3.4.1.5 Motors and Motor Starters

Conform to NEMA MG 1 and NEMA ICS 1 and NEMA ICS 2. Motors less than 3/4 kW one hp must meet NEMA High Efficiency requirements. Motors 3/4 kW one hp and larger must meet NEMA Premium Efficiency requirements. Motors must not exceed 1800 rpm, unless otherwise indicated, and must be variable-speed, totally enclosed fan cooled or explosion proof (as required) type. Provide motor starters in accordance with Table 2.3.4.1.5. Provide motor starters with weather resistant NEMA 3R or moisture and dust tight NEMA 12 enclosure in accordance with NEMA ICS 6. Provide single-phase motors with inherent thermal overload protection with manual reset. Provide three-phase motors with thermal overload protection in the control panel. Provide permanently lubricated or grease-lubricated ball or roller bearings; auxiliary lubrication and relief fittings on outside of fan casing; arrange grease lines to minimize pressure on bearing seals. Motor power must not be less than brake power required with blades set at maximum pitch angle at any air delivery from the indicated amount down to 50 percent thereof.

TABLE 2.3.4.1.5

Power (kW) Voltage Type Starter

Up to 5 1/2 208-230 Across-the-line magnetic

5 1/2 to 11 208-230 Across-the-line magnetic part winding or wye delta

11 to 22 3/8 460 Across-the-line magnetic part winding or wye delta

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Above 11 208-230 Part winding or wye delta

Above 22 1/2 460 Part winding or wye delta

Motor H.P. Voltage Type Starter

Up to 7 1/2 208-230 Across-the-line magnetic

7 1/2 to 15 208-230 Across-the-line magnetic part winding or wye delta

15 to 30 460 Across-the-line magnetic part winding or wye delta

Above 15 208-230 Part winding or wye delta

Above 30 460 Part winding or wye delta

2.3.4.1.6 Guards and Screens

Construct guards and screens to provide, as applicable: required strength and clearance with minimal reduction in free area at fan inlets and discharges; cooling;

access panels for tachometer readings; ease of sectional disassembly for maintenance and inspection functions where guard total weight exceeds 22.70 kg 50 pounds;

weather protection where components are weather exposed. Installed guards and screens must not negate noise control and vibration isolation provisions. For burn protection, insulate surfaces when service temperatures exceed 60 degrees C.

2.3.4.1.7 Fan Drives

Direct or V-belt type as appropriate. V-belt drives must conform to RMA IP-20 and RMA IP-22. Drives must be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's published recommendations, unless specified otherwise. Base power rating of a V-belt drive on maximum pitch diameter of sheaves. Provide classical belt section adjustable sheave type, with a minimum service factor of 1.5 for drives with motors rated up to and including 22 kW 30 hp. Provide classical section or narrow section, fixed sheave or adjustable sheave type with a minimum 1.5 service factor for drives with motors rated over 22 kW 30 hp. Provide at least two belts for drives with motors rated one hp and above.

2.3.4.1.8 Sheaves

Statically and dynamically balanced, machined cast ferrous metal or machined carbon steel, bushing type, secured by key and keyway. Pitch diameter or fixed sheaves and adjustable sheaves, when adjusted to specified limits, must not be less than that

Section 13 34 23.12 10 Page 27 recommended by NEMA MG 1. Select adjustable sheaves that provide the required operating speed with the sheave set at midpoint of its adjustment range. The adjustment range for various size and type belts must be: 16 percent, minimum for Classical section belts; 12 percent, minimum for Narrow section belts. Belt deflection in adjustable sheave drives must not exceed 1 1/2 degrees. Provide companion sheaves for adjustable sheave drives with wide groove spacing to match driving sheaves, except that standard fixed pitch spacing may be used for all two-through-four groove drives whose center-to-center dimensions exceed the following: "A" and "B" Section 406 mm 16 inches; "C" Section 635 mm 25 inches; "D" Section 914 mm 36 inches. Furnish endless, static dissipating, oil-resistant, synthetic cloth or filament reinforced elastomer construction belts.

2.3.4.2 Mini-Split-System Air Conditioners or Heat Pumps (Not Exceeding 11 kW)

A remote condensing unit includes both the condensing coil and the compressor. A remote condenser includes only the condensing coil. Air-cooled, water-cooled, and evaporatively-cooled air conditioning units with capacities less than 11 kW shall be rated in accordance with ANSI/AHRI 210/240. Air-cooled heat pump units with capacities less than 11 kW shall be rated in accordance with ANSI/AHRI 210/240. At a minimum, efficiencies for split-systems will be in accordance with ASHRAE 90.1 – SI.

Provide an air-cooled, split system which employs a remote condensing unit, a separate wall mounted indoor unit, and interconnecting refrigerant piping. Provide the air conditioning and/or heat pump type unit conforming to applicable Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standards including UL 1995. Unit must be rated in accordance with ANSI/AHRI 210/240. Provide indoor unit with necessary fans, air filters, and galvanized steel cabinet construction. The remote unit must be as specified in paragraph CONDENSING UNIT. Provide double-width, double inlet, forward curved backward inclined, or airfoil blade, centrifugal scroll type evaporator or supply fans. Provide the manufacturer's standard condenser or outdoor fans for the unit specified and may be either propeller or centrifugal scroll type. Fan and condenser motors must have totally enclosed or explosion proof enclosures. Design unit to operate at outdoor ambient temperatures up to 52°C.

2.3.4.3 Air-to-Refrigerant Coil

Provide condensing coils with copper or aluminum tubes of 10 mm 3/8 inch minimum diameter with copper or aluminum fins that are mechanically bonded or soldered to the tubes. Casing must be galvanized steel or aluminum. Avoid contact of dissimilar metals.

Test coils in accordance with ASHRAE 15 & 34 at the factory and ensure suitability for the working pressure of the installed system. Dehydrate and seal each coil testing and prior to evaluation and charging. Coat condenser and evaporator coil with a uniformly applied epoxy electrodeposition, phenolic, or vinyl type coating to all coil surface areas without material bridging between fins. Apply coating at either the coil or coating manufacturer's factory. Coating process must ensure complete coil encapsulation and

Section 13 34 23.12 10 Page 28 be capable of withstanding a minimum 500 hours exposure to the salt spray test specified in ASTM B117 using a 5 percent sodium chloride solution.

2.3.4.4 Compressor

Provide direct drive hermetic reciprocating, digital scroll or scroll type compressor.

Provide compressor with internal over temperature and pressure protector; sump heater; oil pump; high pressure and low pressure controls; and liquid line dryer.

2.3.4.5 Refrigeration Circuit

Refrigerant-containing components must comply with ASHRAE 15 & 34 and be factory tested, cleaned, dehydrated, charged, and sealed. Provide each unit with a factory operating charge of refrigerant and oil or a holding charge. Field charge unit shipped with a holding charge. Provide refrigerant charging valves. Provide filter-drier in liquid line.to prevent freeze-up in event of loss of water flow during heating cycle.

2.3.4.6 Unit Controls

Provide unit internally prewired with a 24 or 120 volt control circuit powered by an internal transformer. Provide terminal blocks for power wiring and external control wiring. Internally protect unit by fuses or a circuit breaker in accordance with UL 1995.

Equip units with three-phase power with phase monitoring protection to protect against problems caused by phase loss, phase imbalance and phase reversal.

2.3.4.7 Condensing Coil

Provide coils with nonferrous copper or aluminum tubes of 10 mm 3/8 inch minimum diameter with copper or aluminum fins that are mechanically bonded or soldered to the tubes.