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This is an invitation for bid for repair and renovation work at Fort Gordon Barracks Building 315. The scope of work involves repairing failing and failed HVAC systems, moisture and mildew damage, exterior and interior components and finishes, latrines, lighting, and fire alarm and mass notification systems. Work will include demolition and replacement of HVAC systems including controls, windows, doors, ceiling tiles, and plumbing fixtures. The project will also abate any lead-based paint, asbestos containing material, and other hazardous materials found. Renovations will incorporate the 2012 Army Standard for Permanent Party UEPH, including ADA accessibility and one soldier per room with shared kitchen and laundry facilities. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 236220, with a magnitude between $10-25 million. The contract will be awarded in accordance with FAR Part 14. The point of contact listed is from the Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District.
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Fort Gordon, Georgia
Solicitation Number
W912HN-21-B-3005
Repair Barracks Bldg 315 Volume 3 of 4: Specification Divisions 21 - 33
PN 95039
July 2021
U.S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, SAVANNAH
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
100 WEST OGLETHORPE AVENUE
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA 31401-3640
US Army Corps US Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District
Repair Barracks Bldgs 315 21B3005 Ft, Gordon, GA
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS
DI VI SI ON 01 - GENERAL REQUI REMENTS
01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK
01 14 00 WORK RESTRICTIONS
01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
01 32 01 PROJECT SCHEDULE
01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING
01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
01 42 00 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS
01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL
01 45 00.15 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE (RMS CM)
01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
01 50 00 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
01 57 19 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS
01 57 19.37 INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ) MANAGEMENT
01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL
01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
01 91 00 TOTAL BUILDING COMMISSIONING
DI VI SI ON 02 - EXI STI NG CONDI TI ONS
02 41 00 DEMOLITION AND DECONSTRUCTION
02 82 00 ASBESTOS REMEDIATION
02 84 33 REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBs)
DI VI SI ON 03 - CONCRETE
03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
DI VI SI ON 04 - MASONRY
04 20 00 UNIT MASONRY
DI VI SI ON 05 - METALS
05 05 23.16 STRUCTURAL WELDING
05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL
05 21 00 STEEL JOIST FRAMING
05 30 00 STEEL DECKS
05 40 00 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING
05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS
05 51 00 METAL STAIRS
05 51 33 METAL LADDERS
05 52 00 METAL RAILINGS
DI VI SI ON 06 - WOOD, PLASTI CS, AND COMPOSI TES
06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY
06 20 00 FINISH CARPENTRY
06 41 16 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS
06 61 16 SOLID SURFACING FABRICATIONS
DI VI SI ON 07 - THERMAL AND MOI STURE PROTECTI ON
07 21 13 BOARD AND BLOCK INSULATION
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 (Revised by Amendment 0002)
07 21 16 MINERAL FIBER BLANKET INSULATION
07 22 00 ROOF AND DECK INSULATION
07 27 10 BUILDING AIR BARRIER SYSTEM
07 27 19.01 SELF-ADHERING AIR BARRIERS
07 27 26 FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR BARRIERS
07 41 13 METAL ROOF PANELS
07 42 63 FABRICATED WALL PANEL ASSEMBLIES
07 60 00 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL
07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING
07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS
DI VI SI ON 08 - OPENI NGS
08 11 13 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES
08 14 00 WOOD DOORS
08 31 00 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS
08 41 13 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS
08 44 00 CURTAIN WALL AND GLAZED ASSEMBLIES
08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE
08 81 00 GLAZING
08 91 00 METAL WALL AND DOOR LOUVERS
DI VI SI ON 09 - FI NI SHES
09 06 00 SCHEDULES FOR FINISHES
09 22 00 SUPPORTS FOR PLASTER AND GYPSUM BOARD
09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD
09 30 10 CERAMIC, QUARRY, AND GLASS TILING
09 62 38 STATIC-CONTROL FLOORING
09 65 00 RESILIENT FLOORING
09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS
DI VI SI ON 10 - SPECI ALTI ES
10 14 00.10 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 14 00.20 INTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 26 00 WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION
10 28 13 TOILET ACCESSORIES
10 44 16 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
DI VI SI ON 11 - EQUI PMENT
11 31 13 ELECTRIC KITCHEN EQUIPMENT
DI VI SI ON 12 - FURNI SHI NGS
12 24 13 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES
12 48 13 ENTRANCE FLOOR MATS AND FRAMES
DI VI SI ON 21 - FI RE SUPPRESSI ON
21 13 13 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, FIRE PROTECTION
DI VI SI ON 22 - PLUMBI NG
22 00 00 PLUMBING, GENERAL PURPOSE
DI VI SI ON 23 - HEATI NG, VENTI LATI NG, AND AI R CONDI TI ONI NG ( HVAC)
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 2
23 05 15 COMMON PIPING FOR HVAC
23 05 48.19 BRACING FOR HVAC
23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC
23 07 00 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
23 09 00 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC
23 09 13 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL DEVICES FOR HVAC
23 09 23.02 BACNET DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL FOR HVAC AND OTHER BUILDING
CONTROL SYSTEMS
23 23 00 REFRIGERANT PIPING
23 30 00 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION
23 57 10 FORCED HOT WATER HEATING SYSTEMS USING WATER AND STEAM
HEAT EXCHANGERS
23 64 26 CHILLED, CHILLED-HOT, AND CONDENSER WATER PIPING SYSTEMS
23 81 00 DECENTRALIZED UNITARY HVAC EQUIPMENT
DI VI SI ON 25 - I NTEGRATED AUTOMATI ON
25 05 11 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS
25 05 11.23 CYBERSECURITY FOR HVAC CONTROL SYSTEMS
25 05 11.28 CYBERSECURITY FOR FIRE ALARM CONTROL SYSTEMS
25 08 10 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM TESTING
25 10 10 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (UMCS) FRONT END
AND INTEGRATION
DI VI SI ON 26 - ELECTRI CAL
26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
26 28 01 COORDINATED POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION
26 29 23 ADJUSTABLE SPEED DRIVE (ASD) SYSTEMS UNDER 600 VOLTS
26 41 00 LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
26 42 14 CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)
26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING
DI VI SI ON 27 - COMMUNI CATI ONS
27 05 13.43 TELEVISION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
27 05 28.36 CABLE TRAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS
27 10 00 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM
DI VI SI ON 28 - ELECTRONI C SAFETY AND SECURI TY
28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM,
ADDRESSABLE
DI VI SI ON 31 - EARTHWORK
31 00 00 EARTHWORK
31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING
31 31 16.13 CHEMICAL TERMITE CONTROL
DI VI SI ON 32 - EXTERI OR I MPROVEMENTS
32 01 19.61 SEALING OF JOINTS IN RIGID PAVEMENT
32 11 23 AGGREGATE BASE COURSES
32 13 13.06 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT FOR ROADS AND SITE
FACILITIES
32 16 19 CONCRETE CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS
32 92 19 SEEDING
32 92 23 SODDING
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3
DI VI SI ON 33 - UTI LI TI ES
33 40 00 STORM DRAINAGE UTILITIES
33 46 16 SUBDRAINAGE PIPING
33 61 13 PRE-ENGINEERED UNDERGROUND HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
33 61 13.13 PREFABRICATED UNDERGROUND HYDRONIC ENERGY DISTRIBUTION
33 71 02 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
33 82 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP)
APPENDICES
Appendix A STANDARD FORMS Appendix B ACM REPORT Appendix C HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REPORT Appendix D GEOTECHNICAL REPORT
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PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 4
SECTION 21 13 13
WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, FIRE PROTECTION
08/20
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)
ASME B16.1 (2020) Gray Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings Classes 25, 125, and 250
ASME B16.3 (2016) Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 and 300
ASME B16.4 (2016) Standard for Gray Iron Threaded Fittings; Classes 125 and 250
ASME B16.21 (2016) Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets for Pipe Flanges
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SANITARY ENGINEERING (ASSE)
ASSE 1013 (2011) Performance Requirements for Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventers and Reduced Pressure Fire Protection Principle Backflow Preventers - (ANSI approved 2010)
ASSE 1015 (2011) Performance Requirements for Double Check Backflow Prevention Assemblies and Double Check Fire Protection Backflow Prevention Assemblies - (ANSI approved 2010)
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)
AWWA C104/A21.4 (2016) Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings for Water
AWWA C110/A21.10 (2012) Ductile-Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings for Water
AWWA C111/A21.11 (2017) Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings
AWWA C203 (2008) Coal-Tar Protective Coatings and Linings for Steel Water Pipelines - Enamel and Tape - Hot-Applied
AWWA M14 (2015) Manual: Recommended Practice for Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 1
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM A47/A47M (1999; R 2018; E 2018) Standard Specification for Ferritic Malleable Iron Castings
ASTM A53/A53M (2020) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
ASTM A135/A135M (2009; R2014) Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Steel Pipe
ASTM A153/A153M (2016a) Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware
ASTM A183 (2014; R 2020) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Track Bolts and Nuts
ASTM A536 (1984; R 2019; E 2019) Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings
FM GLOBAL (FM)
FM APP GUIDE (updated on-line) Approval Guide http://www.approvalguide.com/
FOUNDATION FOR CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL AND HYDRAULIC RESEARCH
(FCCCHR)
FCCCHR List (continuously updated) List of Approved Backflow Prevention Assemblies
INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY STANDARD (ICS)
ICS 705-1 (2010) Physical and Technical Security Standard for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities
MANUFACTURERS STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY OF THE VALVE AND FITTINGS
INDUSTRY (MSS)
MSS SP-71 (2018) Gray Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 13 (2019; Errata 19-1; Errata 19-2; TIA 19-1;
TIA 19-2; TIA 19-3; TIA 19-4; Errata 19-3;
Errata 20-4; TIA 19-5; TIA 19-6) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
NFPA 13R (2019) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies Up to and Including Four Stories in Height
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 2
NFPA 24 (2019; TIA 19-1) Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances
NFPA 101 (2021) Life Safety Code
NFPA 291 (2016) Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants
NFPA 1963 (2019) Standard for Fire Hose Connections
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR CERTIFICATION IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES
(NICET)
NICET 1014-7 (2012) Program Detail Manual for Certification in the Field of Fire Protection Engineering Technology (Field Code 003) Subfield of Automatic Sprinkler System Layout
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 199 (2020) UL Standard for Safety Automatic Sprinklers for Fire-Protection Service
UL 262 (2004; Reprint Oct 2011) Gate Valves for Fire-Protection Service
UL 312 (2010; Reprint Mar 2018) UL Standard for Safety Check Valves for Fire-Protection Service
UL 405 (2013; Bul. 2020) UL Standard for Safety Fire Department Connection Devices
UL 668 (2004; Reprint Jul 2016) UL Standard for Safety Hose Valves for Fire-Protection Service
UL 789 (2004; Reprint May 2017) UL Standard for Safety Indicator Posts for Fire-Protection Service
UL 1626 (2008; Bul. 2018) UL Standard for Safety Residential Sprinklers for Fire-Protection Service
UL Fire Prot Dir (2012) Fire Protection Equipment Directory
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Provide wet pipe sprinkler system(s) in all areas of the building. Except as modified herein, the system must meet the requirements of NFPA 13 and NFPA 13R. Pipe sizes which are not indicated on the Contract drawings must be determined by hydraulic calculations.
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 3
1.2.1 Hydraulic Design
1.2.1.1 Basis for Calculations
A waterflow test was performed on 05 February 2021 at Hydrant 9111 and resulted in a static pressure of 62 pounds per square inch (psi) with a residual pressure of 52 psi while flowing 1190 gpm. Perform a fire hydrant flow test prior to shop drawing submittal in accordance with NFPA 291 . Results must include hydrant elevations relative to the building and hydrant number/identifiers for the tested hydrants, including which were flowed, which had a gauge. This information must be presented in a tabular form if multiple hydrants were flowed. The results must be included with the hydraulic calculations. Hydraulic calculations must be based on flow test noted in this paragraph, unless approved by Contracting Officer. Hydraulic calculations must be based upon the Hazen-Williams formula with a "C" value noted in NFPA 13 for piping.
1.2.1.2 Hydraulic Calculations
a. Water supply curves and system requirements must be plotted on semi-logarithmic graph (N^1.85) paper so as to present a summary of the complete hydraulic calculation.
b. Provide a summary sheet listing sprinklers in the design area and their respective hydraulic reference points, elevations, minimum discharge pressures and minimum flows. Elevations of hydraulic reference points (nodes) must be indicated.
c. Documentation must identify each pipe individually and the nodes connected thereto. Indicate the diameter, length, flow, velocity, friction loss, number and type fittings, total friction loss in the pipe, equivalent pipe length and Hazen-Williams coefficient for each pipe.
d. Where the sprinkler system is supplied by interconnected risers, the sprinkler system must be hydraulically calculated using the hydraulically most demanding single riser. The calculations must not assume the simultaneous use of more than one riser.
e. All calculations must include the backflow preventer manufacturer's stated friction loss at the design flow or 12 psi for reduced pressure 8 psi for double check backflow preventer, whichever is greater.
f. All calculations must be performed back to the actual location of the flow test, taking into account the direction of flow in the service main at the test location.
g. For gridded systems, calculations must show peaking of demand area friction loss to verify that the hydraulically most demanding area is being used. A flow diagram indicating the quantity and direction of flows must be included.
1.2.1.3 Design Criteria
Hydraulic calculations must be in accordance with the residential design criteria of NFPA 13 and NFPA 13R. Add an allowance for exterior hose streams of 250 gallons per minute (gpm) to the sprinkler system demand at the fire hydrant shown on the drawings closest to the point where the water service enters the building.
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 4
1.2.2 Sprinkler Coverage
Sprinklers must be uniformly spaced on branch lines. Provide coverage throughout 100 percent of the building. This includes, but is not limited to, telephone rooms, electrical equipment rooms (regardless of the fire resistance rating of the enclosure), boiler rooms, switchgear rooms, transformer rooms, attached electrical vaults and other electrical and mechanical spaces. Coverage per sprinkler must be in accordance with NFPA 13 . Provide sprinklers below all obstructions in accordance with NFPA 13 . Exceptions are as follows:
a. Sprinklers may be omitted from small rooms which are exempted for specific occupancies in accordance with NFPA 101 .
b. Facilities that are designed in accordance with NFPA 13R.
1.2.3 Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE)
An individual who is a licensed professional engineer (P.E.) who has passed the fire protection engineering written examination administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) and has relevant fire protection engineering experience. Services of the QFPE must include:
a. Reviewing SD-02, SD-03, and SD-05 submittal packages for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this specification. Working (shop) drawings and calculations must be prepared by, or prepared under the immediate supervision of, the QFPE. The QFPE must affix their professional engineering stamp with signature to the shop drawings, calculations, and material data sheets, indicating approval prior to submitting the shop drawings to the DFPE.
b. Provide a letter documenting that the SD-02, SD-03, and SD-05 submittal package has been reviewed and noting all outstanding comments.
c. Performing in-progress construction surveillance prior to installation of ceilings (rough-in inspection).
d. Witnessing pre-Government and final Government functional performance testing and performing a final installation review.
e. Signing applicable certificates under SD-07.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for information only. When used, a code following the "G" classification identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.
Partial submittals and submittals not fully complying with NFPA 13 and this specification section must be returned disapproved without review.
SD-02, SD-03 and SD-05 must be submitted simultaneously.
Shop drawings (SD-02), product data (SD-03) and calculations (SD-05) must be prepared by the designer and combined and submitted as one complete package. The QFPE must review the SD-02/SD-03/SD-05 submittal package for completeness and compliance with the Contract provisions prior to
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 5 submission to the Government. The QFPE must provide a Letter of Confirmation that they have reviewed the submittal package for compliance with the contract provisions. This letter must include their professional engineer stamp and signature. Partial submittals and submittals not reviewed by the QFPE must be returned disapproved without review.
Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES:
SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals
Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE) ; G, DO
Sprinkler System Designer ; G, DO
Sprinkler System Installer ; G, DO
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Shop Drawing ; G, DO
SD-03 Product Data
Pipe ; G, DO
Fittings ; G, DO
Valves , including gate, check, butterfly, and globe; G, DO
Relief Valves ; G, DO
Sprinklers ; G, DO
Pipe Hangers and Supports ; G, DO
Sprinkler Alarm Switch ; G, DO
Valve Supervisory (Tamper) Switch ; G, DO
Fire Department Connection ; G, RO
Backflow Prevention Assembly ; G, RO
Air Vent ; G, DO
Hose Valves ; G, DO
Nameplates ; G, DO
SD-05 Design Data
Hydraulic Calculations ; G, DO
SD-06 Test Reports
Test Procedures ; G, DO
SD-07 Certificates
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Verification of Compliant Installation ; G, RO
Request for Government Final Test ; G, RO
SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Operating and Maintenance (O&M) Instructions ; G, RO
Spare Parts Data; G, RO
SD-11 Closeout Submittals
As-built drawings
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Data which describes more than one type of item must be clearly marked to indicate which type the Contractor intends to provide.
Submit one original for each item and clear, legible, first-generation photocopies for the remainder of the specified copies. Incomplete or illegible photocopies will not be accepted. Partial submittals will not be accepted.
1.4.1 Preconstruction Submittals
Within 36 days of contract award but no less than 14 days prior to commencing work on site, the prime Contractor must submit the following for review and approval. SD-02, SD-03 and SD-05 submittals received prior to the review and approval of the qualifications will be returned Disapproved Without Review.
1.4.1.1 Shop Drawing
Submit two copies of the shop drawings, no later than 28 days prior to the start of system installation. Working drawings conforming to the requirements prescribed in NFPA 13 and must be no smaller than ANSI D.
Each set of drawings must include the following:
a. A descriptive index with drawings listed in sequence by number. A legend sheet identifying device symbols, nomenclature, and conventions used in the package.
b. Floor plans drawn to a scale not less than 1/8-inch equals 1-foot clearly showing locations of devices, equipment, risers, and other details required to clearly describe the proposed arrangement.
c. Actual center-to-center dimensions between sprinklers on branch lines and between branch lines; from end sprinklers to adjacent walls; from walls to branch lines; from sprinkler feed mains, cross mains and branch lines to finished floor and roof or ceiling. A detail must show the dimension from the sprinkler and sprinkler deflector to the ceiling in finished areas.
d. Longitudinal and transverse building sections showing typical branch line and cross main pipe routing, elevation of each typical sprinkler above finished floor and elevation of "cloud" or false ceilings in relation to the building ceilings.
e. Plan and elevation views which establish that the equipment will fit
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 7 the allotted spaces with clearance for installation and maintenance.
f. Riser layout drawings drawn to a scale of not less than 1/2-inch equals 1-foot to show details of each system component, clearances between each other and from other equipment and construction in the room.
g. Details of each type of riser assembly, pipe hanger, and restraint of underground water main at point-of-entry into the building, and electrical devices and interconnecting wiring. The dimension from the edge of vertical piping to the nearest adjacent wall(s) must be indicated on the drawings when vertical piping is located in stairs or other portions of the means of egress.
h. Details of each type of pipe hanger and related components.
1.4.1.2 Product Data
3 copies of annotated catalog data to show the specific model, type, and size of each item. Catalog cuts must also indicate the NRTL listing. The data must be highlighted to show model, size, options, and other pertinent information, that are intended for consideration. Data must be adequate to demonstrate compliance with all contract requirements. Product data for all equipment must be combined into a single submittal.
1.4.1.3 Hydraulic Calculations
Calculations must be as outlined in NFPA 13R except that calculations must be performed by computer using software intended specifically for fire protection system design using the design data shown on the drawings.
1.4.1.4 Operating and Maintenance (O&M) Instructions
Submit in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA as supplemented and modified by this specification section.
Provide six manuals and one pdf version on electronic media. The manuals must include the manufacturer's name, model number, parts list, list of parts and tools that should be kept in stock by the owner for routine maintenance, troubleshooting guide, and recommended service organization (including address and telephone number) for each item of equipment.
Submit spare parts data for each different item of material and equipment specified. The data must include a complete list of parts and supplies, and a list of parts recommended by the manufacturer to be replaced after 1-year and 3 years of service. Include a list of special tools and test equipment required for maintenance and testing of the products supplied.
1.4.2 Qualifications
1.4.2.1 Sprinkler System Designer
The sprinkler system designer must be certified as a Level IV Technician by National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in the Water-Based Systems Layout subfield of Fire Protection Engineering Technology in accordance with NICET 1014-7 .
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1.4.2.2 Sprinkler System Installer
The sprinkler system installer must be regularly engaged in the installation of the type and complexity of system specified in the contract documents, and must have served in a similar capacity for at least three systems that have performed in the manner intended for a period of not less than 6 months.
1.4.3 Regulatory Requirements
Equipment and material must be listed or approved. Listed or approved, as used in this Section, means listed, labeled or approved by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) such as UL Fire Prot Dir or FM APP GUIDE. The omission of these terms under the description of an item or equipment described must not be construed as waiving this requirement. All listings or approvals by testing laboratories must be from an existing ANSI or UL published standard. The recommended practices stated in the manufacturer's literature or documentation are mandatory requirements.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Protect all equipment delivered and placed in storage from the weather, excessive humidity and temperature variations, dirt and dust, or other contaminants. All pipes must be either capped or plugged until installed.
1.6 EXTRA MATERIALS
Spare sprinklers and wrench(es) must be provided as spare parts in accordance with NFPA 13 .
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
2.1.1 Standard Products
Provide materials, equipment, and devices listed for fire protection service when so required by NFPA 13 or this specification. Select material from one manufacturer, where possible, and not a combination of manufacturers, for a classification of material. Material and equipment must be standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of the products for at least 2 years prior to bid.
2.1.2 Nameplates
Major components of equipment must have the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, model or serial number, catalog number, date of installation, installing Contractor's name and address, and the contract number provided on a new name plate permanently affixed to the item or equipment. Nameplates must be etched metal or plastic, permanently attached by screws to control units, panels or adjacent walls.
2.1.3 Identification and Marking
Pipe and fitting markings must include name or identifying symbol of manufacturer and nominal size. Pipe must be marked with ASTM designation. Valves and equipment markings must have name or identifying symbol of manufacturer, specific model number, nominal size, name of
SECTION 21 13 13 Page 9 device, arrow indicating direction of flow, and position of installation (horizontal or vertical), except if valve can be installed in either position. Markings must be included on the body casting or on an etched or stamped metal nameplate permanently on the valve or cover plate.
2.1.4 Pressure Ratings
Valves, fittings, couplings, alarm switches, and similar devices must be rated for the maximum working pressures that can be experienced in the system, but in no case less than 175 psi .
2.2 UNDERGROUND PIPING COMPONENTS
2.2.1 Pipe
Pipe must comply with NFPA 24 . Minimum pipe size is 4 inches . A continuous section of welded stainless steel fire water service piping from a point outside the building perimeter to a flanged fitting at least 1-foot above the finished floor within the building is acceptable.
2.2.2 Fittings and Gaskets
Fittings must be ductile-iron conforming to AWWA C110/A21.10 with cement mortar lining conforming to AWWA C104/A21.4 . Gaskets must be suitable in design and size for the pipe with which such gaskets are to be used.
Gaskets for ductile-iron pipe joints must conform to AWWA C111/A21.11 .
2.2.3 Gate Valve and Indicator Posts
Installation must comply with NFPA 24 . Gate valves for use with indicator post must conform to UL 262 . Indicator posts must conform to UL 789 .
Provide each indicator post with one coat of primer and two coats of red enamel paint.
2.2.4 Valve Boxes
Except where indicator posts are provided, for each buried valve, provide a cast-iron, ductile-iron, or plastic valve box of a suitable size.
Plastic boxes must be constructed of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) or inorganic fiber-reinforced black polyolefin. Provide cast-iron, ductile-iron, or plastic cover for valve box with the word "WATER" cast on the cover. The minimum box shaft diameter must be 5.25 inches . Coat cast-iron and ductile-iron boxes with bituminous paint applied to a minimum dry-film thickness of 10 mils .
2.2.5 Buried Utility Warning and Identification Tape
Provide detectable aluminum foil plastic backed tape or detectable magnetic plastic tape manufactured specifically for warning and identification of buried piping. Tape must be detectable by an electronic detection instrument. Provide tape, 3 inches minimum width, color coded for the utility involved with warning and identification imprinted in bold block letters continuously and repeatedly over the entire tape length.
Warning and identification must read "CAUTION BURIED WATER PIPING BELOW" or similar wording. Use permanent code and letter coloring unaffected by moisture and other substances contained in trench backfill material.
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2.3 ABOVEGROUND PIPING COMPONENTS
2.3.1 Steel Piping Components
2.3.1.1 Steel Pipe
Except as modified herein, steel pipe must be black as permitted by NFPA 13 and conform to the applicable provisions of ASTM A53/A53M, ASTM A135/A135M or ASTM A153/A153M .
Steel pipe must be minimum Schedule 40 for sizes 2 inches and less; and minimum Schedule 10 for sizes larger than 2 inches . Steel piping with wall thickness less than Schedule 40 must not be threaded. Grooved pipe must be cut-grooved.
2.3.1.2 Fittings
Fittings must be welded, threaded, or grooved-end type. Threaded fittings must be cast-iron conforming to ASME B16.4 , malleable-iron conforming to ASME B16.3 or ductile-iron conforming to ASTM A536. Plain-end fittings with mechanical couplings, fittings that use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe, steel press fittings and field welded fittings are not permitted. Fittings, mechanical couplings, and rubber gaskets must be supplied by the same manufacturer. Threaded fittings must use Teflon tape or manufacturer's approved joint compound. Reducing couplings are not permitted except as allowed by NFPA 13 .
2.3.1.3 Grooved Mechanical Joints and Fittings
Joints and fittings must be designed for not less than 175 psi service and the product of the same manufacturer. Field welded fittings must not be used. Fitting and coupling housing must be malleable-iron conforming to ASTM A47/A47M, Grade 32510; ductile-iron conforming to ASTM A536, Grade 65-45-12. Rubber gasketed grooved-end pipe and fittings with mechanical couplings are permitted in pipe sizes 2 inches and larger. Gasket must be the flush type that fills the entire cavity between the fitting and the pipe. Nuts and bolts must be heat-treated steel conforming to ASTM A183 and must be cadmium-plated or zinc-electroplated.
2.3.1.4 Flanges
Flanges must conform to NFPA 13 and ASME B16.1 . Gaskets must be non-asbestos compressed material in accordance with ASME B16.21 , 1/16-inch thick, and full face or self-centering flat ring type.
2.3.2 Pipe Hangers and Supports
Provide galvanized pipe hangersand supports in accordance with NFPA 13 ..
2.3.3 Valves
Provide valves of types approved for fire service. Valves must open by counterclockwise rotation.
2.3.3.1 Control Valve
Manually operated sprinkler control/gate valve must be outside stem and yoke (OS&Y) type and must be listed.
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2.3.3.2 Check Valves
Check valves must comply with UL 312 . Check valves 4 inches and larger must be of the swing type, have a clear waterway and meet the requirements of MSS SP-71 , for Type 3 or 4. Inspection plate must be provided on valves larger than 6 inches .
2.3.3.3 Hose Valves
Valve must comply with UL 668 .
2.4 ALARM INITIATING AND SUPERVISORY DEVICES
2.4.1 Sprinkler Alarm Switch
Vane or pressure-type flow switch(es). Connection of switch must be by the fire alarm installer. Vane type alarm actuating devices must have mechanical diaphragm controlled retard device adjustable from 10 to 60 seconds and must instantly recycle.
2.4.2 Valve Supervisory (Tamper) Switch
Switch must be integral to the control valve or suitable for mounting to the type of control valve to be supervised open. The switch must be tamper resistant and contain SPDT (Form C) contacts arranged to transfer upon removal of the housing cover or closure of the valve of more than two rotations of the valve stem.
2.5 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY
Double-check valve assembly backflow preventer complying with ASSE 1013 , ASSE 1015 and AWWA M14. Each check valve must have a drain. Backflow prevention assemblies must have current "Certificate of Approval" from the FCCCHR List and be listed for fire protection use. Listing of the specific make, model, design, and size in the FCCCHR List is acceptable as the required documentation.
Backflow preventer test connection must consist of a series of listed hose valves with 2 1/2-inch National Standard male hose threads with cap and chain.
2.6 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION
Fire department connection must be freestanding type with cast-brass body, matching escutcheon lettered "Auto Spkr" with a polished-brass finish.
The connection must have individual self-closing clappers, caps with drip drains and chains. Female inlets must have 2 1/2-inch diameter American National Fire Hose Connection Screw Threads (NH) per NFPA 1963 . Comply with UL 405 .
2.7 SPRINKLERS
Sprinklers must comply with UL 199 and NFPA 13 . Sprinklers with internal O-rings are not acceptable. Sprinklers in high heat areas including attic spaces or in close proximity to unit heaters must have temperature classification in accordance with NFPA 13 . Extended coverage sprinklers are permitted for loading docks, residential occupancies and high-piled storage applications only.
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2.7.1 Pendent Sprinkler
Pendent sprinkler must be quick-response type with nominal K-factor of 5.6 or 8.0. Pendent sprinklers must have a stainless steel finish. Assembly must include an integral escutcheon.
2.7.2 Upright Sprinkler
Upright sprinkler must be stainless steel and have a nominal K-factor of
8.0 .
2.7.3 Sidewall Sprinkler
Sidewall sprinkler must be the quick-response recessed type. Sidewall sprinkler must have a nominal K-factor of 4.2 or 5.6 . Sidewall sprinkler must have a polished-chrome finish.
2.7.4 Concealed Sprinkler
Concealed sprinkler must be quick-response type and have a nominal K-factor of 4.2 or 5.6. Coverplate must be white.
2.7.5 Residential Sprinkler
Residential sprinkler must be pendent or sidewall type with nominal K-factor of 4.2 or 5.6. Residential sprinkler must have a polished-chrome finish. Sprinkler must comply with UL 1626 .
2.8 ACCESSORIES
2.8.1 Sprinkler Cabinet
Provide spare sprinklers in accordance with NFPA 13 and must be placed in a suitable metal or plastic cabinet of sufficient size to accommodate all the spare sprinklers and wrenches in designated locations. Spare sprinklers must be representative of, and in proportion to, the number of each type and temperature rating of the sprinklers installed as required by NFPA 13 . At least one wrench of each type required must be provided.
2.8.2 Pendent Sprinkler Escutcheon
Escutcheon must be one-piece metallic type with a depth of less than 3/4-inch and suitable for installation on pendent sprinklers. The escutcheon must have a factory finish that matches the pendent sprinkler.
2.8.3 Pipe Escutcheon
Provide split hinge metal plates for piping entering walls, floors, and ceilings in exposed spaces. Provide polished stainless steel plates or chromium-plated finish on copper alloy plates in finished spaces. Provide paint finish on metal plates in unfinished spaces.
2.8.4 Sprinkler Guard
Listed guard must be a steel wire cage designed to encase the sprinkler and protect it from mechanical damage. Guards must be provided on sprinklers as indicated .
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2.8.5 Relief Valve
Relief valves must be listed and installed at the riser in accordance with
NFPA 13 .
2.8.6 Air Vent
Air vents must be of the automatic type and piped to drain to the building exterior.
2.8.7 Identification Sign
Valve identification sign must be minimum 6 inches wide by 2 inches high with enamel baked finish on minimum 18 gage steel or 0.024-inch aluminum with red letters on a white background or white letters on red background. Wording of sign must include, but not be limited to "main drain", "auxiliary drain", "inspector's test", "alarm test", "alarm line", and similar wording as required to identify operational components. Where there is more than one sprinkler system, signage must include specific details as to the respective system.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 VERIFYING ACTUAL FIELD CONDITIONS
Before commencing work, examine all adjoining work on which the contractor's work that is dependent for perfect workmanship according to the intent of this specification section, and report to the Contracting Officer's Representative a condition that prevents performance of first class work. No "waiver of responsibility" for incomplete, inadequate or defective adjoining work will be considered unless notice has been filed before submittal of a proposal.
3.2 INSTALLATION
The installation must be in accordance with the applicable provisions of NFPA 13 , NFPA 24 and publications referenced therein. Locate sprinklers in a consistent pattern with ceiling grid, lights, and air supply diffusers. Install sprinkler system over and under ducts, piping and platforms when such equipment can negatively affect or disrupt the sprinkler discharge pattern and coverage.
a. Piping offsets, fittings, and other accessories required must be furnished to provide a complete installation and to eliminate interference with other construction.
b. Wherever the contractor's work interconnects with work of other trades the Contractor must coordinate with other Contractors to insure all Contractors have the information necessary so that they may properly install all necessary connections and equipment. Identify all work items needing access (dampers and similar equipment) that are concealed above hung ceilings by permanent color coded pins/tabs in the ceiling directly below the item.
c. Provide required supports and hangers for piping, conduit, and equipment so that loading will not exceed allowable loadings of structure. Submittal of a bid must be a deemed representation that the contractor submitting such bid has ascertained allowable loadings and has included in his estimates the costs associated in furnishing
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3.2.1 Waste Removal
At the conclusion of each day's work, clean up and stockpile on site all waste, debris, and trash which may have accumulated during the day as a result of work by the contractor and of his presence on the job.
Sidewalks and streets adjoining the property must be kept broom clean and free of waste, debris, trash and obstructions caused by work of the contractor, which will affect the condition and safety of streets, walks, utilities, and property.
3.3 UNDERGROUND PIPING INSTALLATION
The fire protection water main must be laid, and joints anchored, in accordance with NFPA 24 . Minimum depth of cover must be 3 feet or the frost line, whichever is deeper. The supply line must terminate inside the building with a flanged piece, the bottom of which must be set not less than 1-foot above the finished floor. A blind flange must be installed temporarily on top of the flanged piece to prevent the entrance of foreign matter into the supply line. A concrete thrust block must be provided at the elbow where the pipe turns up toward the floor. In addition, joints must be anchored in accordance with NFPA 24 . Buried steel components must be provided with a corrosion protective coating in accordance with AWWA C203. Piping more than 5 feet outside the building walls will be provided by Augusta Utilities Department.
3.4 ABOVEGROUND PIPING INSTALLATION
The methods of fabrication and installation of the aboveground piping must fully comply with the requirements and recommended practices of NFPA 13 and this specification section.
3.4.1 Protection of Piping Against Earthquake Damage
Seismic restraint is not required.
3.4.2 Piping in Exposed Areas
Install exposed piping without diminishing exit access widths, corridors or equipment access. Exposed horizontal piping, including drain piping, must be installed to provide maximum headroom.
3.4.3 Piping in Finished Areas
In areas with suspended or dropped ceilings and in areas with concealed spaces above the ceiling, piping must be concealed above ceilings. Piping must be inspected, hydrostatically tested and approved before being concealed. Risers and similar vertical runs of piping in finished areas must be concealed.
3.4.4 Pendent Sprinklers
a. Drop nipples to pendent sprinklers must consist of minimum 1-inch pipe with a reducing coupling into which the sprinkler must be threaded.
b. Where sprinklers are installed below suspended or dropped ceilings, drop nipples must be cut such that sprinkler ceiling plates or escutcheons are of a uniform depth throughout the finished space. The
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c. Recessed pendent sprinklers must be installed such that the distance from the sprinkler deflector to the underside of the ceiling must not exceed the manufacturer's listed range and must be of uniform depth throughout the finished area.
d. Pendent sprinklers in suspended ceilings must be located in the center of the tile (plus or minus 2 inches).
3.4.5 Upright Sprinklers
Riser nipples or "sprigs" to upright sprinklers must contain no fittings between the branch line tee and the reducing coupling at the sprinkler.
3.4.6 Pipe Joints
Pipe joints must conform to NFPA 13 , except as modified herein. Not more than four threads must show after joint is made up. Welded joints will be permitted, only if welding operations are performed as required by NFPA 13 at the Contractor's fabrication shop, not at the project construction site. Flanged joints must be provided where indicated or required by NFPA 13 . Grooved pipe and fittings must be prepared in accordance with the manufacturer's latest published specification according to pipe material, wall thickness and size. Grooved couplings, fittings and grooving tools must be products of the same manufacturer. For copper tubing, pipe and groove dimensions must comply with the tolerances specified by the coupling manufacturer. The diameter of grooves made in the field must be measured using a "go/no-go" gauge, vernier or dial caliper, narrow-land micrometer, or other method specifically approved by the coupling manufacturer for the intended application. Groove width and dimension of groove from end of pipe must be measured and recorded for each change in grooving tool setup to verify compliance with coupling manufacturer's tolerances.
3.4.7 Reducers
Reductions in pipe sizes must be made with one-piece tapered reducing fittings. When standard fittings of the required size are not manufactured, single bushings of the face or hex type will be permitted.
Where used, face bushings must be installed with the outer face flush with the face of the fitting opening being reduced. Bushings cannot be used in elbow fittings, in more than one outlet of a tee, in more than two outlets of a cross, or where the reduction in size is less than 1/2-inch .
3.4.8 Pipe Penetrations
a. Cutting structural members for passage of pipes or for pipe-hanger fastenings will not be permitted. Pipes that must penetrate concrete or masonry walls or concrete floors must be core-drilled and provided with pipe sleeves. Each sleeve must be Schedule 40 galvanized steel, ductile-iron or cast-iron pipe and extend through its respective wall or floor and be cut flush with each wall surface. Sleeves must provide required clearance between the pipe and the sleeve per NFPA 13 .
The space between the sleeve and the pipe must be firmly packed with mineral wool insulation.
b. Where pipes and sleeves penetrate fire walls, fire partitions, or
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c. In penetrations that are not fire-rated or not a floor penetration, the space between the sleeve and the pipe must be sealed at both ends with plastic waterproof cement that will dry to a firm but pliable mass or with a mechanically adjustable segmented elastomer seal.
d. All penetrations through the boundary of rooms/areas identified as secure space area must meet ICS 705-1 .
3.4.9 Escutcheons
Escutcheons must be provided for pipe penetration in finished areas of ceilings, floors and walls. Escutcheons must be securely fastened to the pipe at surfaces through which piping passes.
3.4.10 Inspector's Test Connection
Unless otherwise indicated, the test connection must consist of 1-inch pipe connected to the remote branch line; a test valve located approximately 7 feet above the floor; a smooth bore brass outlet equivalent to the smallest orifice sprinkler used in the system; and a painted metal identification sign affixed to the valve with the words "Inspector's Test". All test connection piping must be inside of the building and penetrate the exterior wall at the location of the discharge orifice only. The discharge orifice must be located outside the building wall no more than 2 feet above finished grade, directed so as not to cause damage to adjacent construction or landscaping during full flow discharge, or to the sanitary sewer. Discharge to the exterior must not interfere with exiting from the facility. Water discharge or runoff must not cross the path of egress from the building. Do not discharge to the roof.
Discharge to floor drains, janitor sinks or similar fixtures is not permitted.
Provide concrete splash blocks at all drain and inspector's test connection discharge locations if not discharging to a concrete surface.
Splash blocks must be large enough to mitigate erosion and not become dislodged during a full flow of the drain. Ensure all discharged water drains away from the facility and does not cause property damage.
3.4.11 Backflow Preventer
Locate within the building or in a heated enclosure in locations subject to freezing. For heated enclosures, provide a low temperature supervisory alarm connected to the facility fire alarm system. Heat trace is not permitted to be used.
Install backflow preventers so that the bottom of the assembly is a minimum of 6 inches above the finished floor/grade. Install horizontal backflow preventers so that the bottom of the assembly is no greater than 24 inches above the finished floor/grade. Install vertical backflow preventers so that the upper operating handwheel is no more than 6 feet above the finished floor/grade. Clearance around control valve handles must be minimum 6 inches above grade/finished floor and away from walls.
3.4.11.1 Test Connection
Provide downstream of the backflow prevention assembly UL 668 hose valves
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Provide one valve for each 250 gpm of system demand or fraction thereof.
Provide a permanent sign in accordance with paragraph entitled "Identification Signs" which reads, "Test Valve". Indicate location of test header. If an exterior connection, provide a control valve inside a heated mechanical room to prevent freezing.
3.4.12 Drains
a. Main drain piping must be provided to discharge at a safe point outside the building, no more than 2 feet above finished grade.
Provide a concrete splash block at drain outlet. Discharge to the exterior must not interfere with exiting from the facility. Water discharge or runoff must not cross the path of egress from the building.
b. Auxiliary drains must be provided as required by NFPA 13 . Auxiliary drains are permitted to discharge to a floor drain if the drain is sized to accommodate full flow (min 40 gpm ). Discharge to service sinks or similar plumbing fixtures is not permitted.
3.4.13 Installation of Fire Department Connection
Connection must be mounted adjacent to and on the sprinkler system side of the backflow preventer. The piping between the connection and the check valve must be provided with an automatic drip in accordance with NFPA 13 and piped to drain to the outside or a floor drain within the same room.
3.4.14 Identification Signs
Signs must be affixed to each control valve, inspector test valve, main drain, auxiliary drain, test valve, and similar valves as appropriate or as required by NFPA 13 . Main drain test results must be etched into main drain identification sign. Hydraulic design data must be etched into the nameplates and permanently affixed to each sprinkler riser as specified in NFPA 13 . Provide labeling on the surfaces of all feed and cross mains to show the pipe function (e.g., "Sprinkler System", "Fire Department Connection", "Standpipe") and normal valve position (e.g. "Normally Open", "Normally Closed"). For pipe sizes 4-inch and larger provide white painted stenciled letters and arrows, a minimum of 2 inches in height and visible from at least two sides when viewed from the floor. For pipe sizes less than 4-inch , provide white painted stenciled letters and arrows, a minimum of 0.75-inch in height and visible from the floor.
3.5 ELECTRICAL
Except as modified herein, electric equipment and wiring must be in accordance with Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Alarm signal wiring connected to the building fire alarm control system must be by the fire alarm installer.
3.6 PAINTING
Color code mark piping red.
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3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
3.7.1 Test Procedures
Submit detailed test procedures, prepared and signed by the NICET Level IV Fire Sprinkler Technician, and the representative of the installing company, and reviewed by the QFPE 60 days prior to performing system tests. Detailed test procedures must list all components of the installed system. Test procedures must include sequence of testing, time estimate for each test, and sample test data forms. The test data forms must be in a check-off format (pass/fail with space to add applicable test data;
similar to the forms in NFPA 13 ). The test procedures and accompanying test data forms must be used for the pre-Government testing and the Government final testing.
a. Provide space to identify the date and time of each test. Provide space to identify the names and signatures of the individuals conducting and witnessing each test.
3.7.2 Pre-Government Testing
3.7.2.1 Verification of Compliant Installation
Conduct inspections and tests to ensure that equipment is functioning properly. Tests must meet the requirements of paragraph entitled "Minimum System Tests" and "System Acceptance" as noted in NFPA 13 . The Contractor and QFPE must be in attendance at the pre-Government testing to make necessary adjustments. After inspection and testing is complete, provide a signed Verification of Compliant Installation letter by the QFPE that the installation is complete, compliant with the specification and fully operable. The letter must include the names and titles of the witnesses to the pre-Government tests. Provide all completion documentation as required by NFPA 13 and the test reports noted below.
a. NFPA 13 Aboveground Material and Test Certificate
b. NFPA 13 Underground Material and Test Certificate
3.7.2.2 Request for Government Final Test
When the verification of compliant installation has been completed, submit a formal request for Government final test to the Contracting Officers Designated Representative (COR). Government final testing will not be scheduled until the DFPE has received copies of the request for Government final testing and Verification of Compliant Installation letter with all…
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