SYSTEMS_FURNITURE_Guide_Specifications.docx

SYSTEMS FURNITURE [GUIDE] SPECIFICATION

Part One--GENERAL

1.1. References. The publications listed below, the latest version in effect as of the date of the solicitation, form a part of this specification. Publications may be referred to in the text by the basic designation only. Where conflicts between this specification and referenced specifications occur, the more stringent requirements shall apply.

1.1.1. Government Standards.

1.1.1.1. General Services Administration (GSA), Public Building Services, 18th and F St NW, Washington DC 20405.

1.1.1.1.1. Federal Supply Schedule 71, Part II, Section E, Product Information.

1.1.1.1.2. Public Building Service PBS-C.2, Procedure III-S, Test Method for the Sufficient Verification of Speech Privacy Potential.

1.1.1.3. Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards, Space Requirements for Handicapped. [See Tab D, Air National Guard Design Policy for applicability of this paragraph, depending on facility type.]

1.1.2. Commercial Standards.

1.1.2.1. American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018, and Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer's Association, 2335 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (ANSI/BIFMA).

1.1.2.1.1. X5.5, Office Furnishings - Desk Products.

1.1.2.1.2. X5.6, Office Furnishings - Panel Systems.

1.1.2.2. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Publications, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19203.

1.1.2.2.1. C423, Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.

1.1.2.2.2. E84, Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

1.1.2.2.3. E795, Standard Practices for Mounting Test Specimens During Sound Absorption Tests.

1.1.2.3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), One Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.

1.1.2.3.1. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code.

1.1.2.3.2. NFPA 255, Standard Method of Test of Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

1.1.2.3.3. NFPA 701, Standards Methods of Fire Tests for Flame-Retardant Textiles and Film.

1.1.2.4. Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc (UL), 333 Pfingston Road, Northbrook, IL 60062).

1.1.2.4.1. UL-723, Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

1.1.2.4.2. UL-1286, Office Furnishings.

1.2. Scope of Work.

1.2.1. This specification establishes the minimum requirements for the acquisition of all labor and materials required for the installation of a complete and usable (including power, communications and computer wiring) system of demountable and relocatable workstations composed of interconnecting prewired panels, electrical hardware, panel-supported components and freestanding components. Panels shall be acoustical and prewired and shall include raceways. Connection of power will be accomplished by the contrator, communications and computer utilities between the building and workstations will be accomplished by others.

1.2.2. The installation shall include all items and labor required to assemble and interconnect the individual and aggregate work stations to provide a complete and functioning work environment including, but not limited to, all work surfaces, panels, components, shelves, bins, pedestals, hardware, wire management and utility components. The government or its (other) designated contractor is responsible for all labor and connections between the building and the workstations for communications and computer.

1.2.3. The workstation requirements or attributes shall comply with the furniture prototypicals attached. See Life Safety Plan Attached Because there are differences in dimensions and components between manufacturers, the dimensions of the workstations may vary by +/- 2% to 5%. of the requirements specified.

1.3. Submittals. The contractor shall provide the following items:

1.3.1. Shop Drawings. Submit in sufficient detail to verify installation method and compliance with requirements. Submit scaled workstation plan layouts and power plans.

1.3.2. Product Literature. Submit three complete sets of manufacturer's general catalog or literature which provides data and part numbers for all components and furniture to be furnished under the contract, including:

1.3.2.l. Manufacturer's complete catalog and price list.

1.3.2.2. Manufacturer's latest installation instructions for all components and furniture to be furnished under the contract.

1.3.3. Samples. Three sets of the samples listed hereinafter are required for the project. No work shall proceed without sample approval in writing from the contracting officer. The government reserves the right to reject any samples that do not satisfy the construction or color requirements. If any samples are rejected, additional samples shall be submitted to obtain final approval.

1.3.3.1. All fabric types and colors. Samples shall measure a minimum of 6 x 6 inches and shall have labels on the back designating the manufacturer, color, fiber content, fabric weight and fire rating.

1.3.3.2. All work surface types. Samples shall measure a minimum of 2 x 2 inches and shall have labels on the back designating the manufacturer, material composition and thickness, color and finish.

1.3.3.3. All panel and component trim. Samples shall have labels designating the materials and the colors or stains.

1.3.3.4. Metal components with factory baked enamel or painted finishes. Samples shall be a minimum of 2 x 2 inches and have labels designating the materials and the colors.

1.3.4. As-Built Drawings. The contractor shall provide as-built drawings of the installation showing all changes and revisions made up to the time equipment installation is completed and accepted. As-built drawings shall include an overall systems layout and, either 1) perspectives, or 2) elevations and plan layouts, for each type of workstation. Data and parts lists shall be provided. The as-built drawings shall include all electrical circuits, including routing identification and point of power pickup. As-built drawings shall be at a scale of 1/4" = 1'-0". One hard copy and three electronic CAD copies per drawing shall be submitted within three weeks after completion of installation.

1.3.5. Warranty. Products shall have a minimum of five-year warranty and written warranties shall be submitted. Manufacturer shall guarantee for a period of eight years, availability of components, fabrics and finishes compatible with original installation.

1.4. Design Services.

1.4.1. The contractor shall provide the services of a professional designer who shall develop a furniture layout which meets all functional and special requirements. Satisfactory completion of this effort will require comprehensive design services, including but not limited to, the following:

1.4.1.1. Inspect user's current work locations and user's new work locations. Observe work and use conditions and pedestrian traffic patterns. Verify building dimensions shown on provided floor plans.

1.4.1.2. Determine wiring and cabling requirements within the systems furniture.

1.4.1.3. Develop, coordinate and provide a furniture layout to support work stations and furniture as per requirement and personnel in attachment. Coordination shall include participation in developing a project completion schedule and obtaining layout approval from the project manager.

1.4.1.4. Develop a parts list for ordering, with scheduling to coincide with project installation phases.

1.4.1.5. Floor plan coding for installation including electrical components.

1.4.2. Layouts shall be vendor-specific (installation drawings).

1.4.3. The latest version of AutoCAD shall be used for developing furniture and wire management layout plans. This information shall be provided to the government in the form of a disk.

1.5. Services During Installation. The contractor shall provide authorized company-trained installation and service personnel who shall be available at the time of systems furniture installation and during the first year thereafter. The names of the factory-trained installers or dealers to provide installation and service for this project must be furnished with the offer.

1.5.1. The contractor shall have overnight parts shipment providing critical installation parts to ensure complete and on-time work.

1.5.2. The contractor shall have a five-day shipment program to provide selection of primary products in standard colors and finishes to fill unforeseen needs quickly.

1.5.3. The contractor shall have accelerated shipment for all other products for arrival within 20 working days after placing an order.

1.6. Delivery, Storage and Handling.

1.6.1. All systems furniture products shall be new and shall be delivered in the manufacturer's original and unopened packaging or crating. Products shall be packaged to prevent damage during transit and storage. The contractor shall be responsible for the receipt, storage and handling of all products and supplies necessary to provide a complete installation. The contractor shall comply with manufacturer's requirements for handling and shall take all necessary precautions to prevent damage.

1.6.2. The contractor shall confine all apparatus, storage of materials and the operation of the work force to areas specified.

1.7. Quality Control.

1.7.1. The installation firm shall have at least five year's of experience installing systems furniture similar to that required by this project.

1.7.2. The contractor shall establish and maintain quality control to ensure compliance with contract requirements and shall maintain records of quality control for all materials, equipment and construction operations, including but not limited to the following:

1.7.2.1. Preparatory Inspection (To be conducted prior to commencing work):

1.7.2.1.1. Review shop drawings and material requirements.

1.7.2.1.2. Submit shop drawings, samples or material certification as required for approval.

1.7.2.2. Initial Inspection (To be conducted after a representative sample of the work is complete):

1.7.2.2.1. Check installation to ensure proper anchorages and alignment are met.

1.7.2.2.2. Check finishes to ensure color and texture are as approved.

1.7.2.3. Follow-Up Inspection (To be conducted daily to assure compliance with results of initial inspection):

1.7.2.3.1. Check all items mentioned in preparatory and initial inspections.

1.8. Training.

1.8.1. The contractor shall provide a training program for training personnel on site in the actual installation and reconfiguration of the furniture. Training shall be in the form of presentations, demonstrations and handout material. In addition, a user orientation program shall involve lectures, discussions and demonstrations of the systems furniture, product features, functions usage and maintenance.

1.8.2. Training shall be provided at times mutually agreed upon between the contractor and government, but within 30 days after completion of installation.

1.9. Special Tools. For every 150 workstations, the contractor shall provide one set of special tools and equipment necessary for assembly and disassembly.

Part Two--PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

2.1. General. All product lines and their components shall meet the specification requirements listed under Product Information of Federal Supply Schedule 71, Part II, Section E. In addition, all product lines and their components must be under the Schedule's contract.

2.1.1. The manufacturer shall be a company specializing in the manufacture of commercial systems office furniture for a minimum of five years.

2.1.2. Station configurations shall conform to standard manufactured components. All panels, components, hardware, etc. shall be standard products as shown in the most recent published price lists or amendments and shall be of same manufacturer unless otherwise specified and approved through the contracting officer prior to ordering.

2.1.3. All finished, exposed surfaces shall be free of sharp edges, burrs or other defects which compromise the operation or are harmful to persons or materials in contact with them. Leading edge of work surfaces shall have a bullnose. Maintain a 3/4" thickness of edge elements throughout, unless otherwise indicated.

2.1.4. The dimensions noted on the prototypical workstations are nominal dimensions. However, aisle widths must meet NFPA 101 requirements. The completed installation shall also comply with the current edition of the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards.

2.1.5. All panels used along main means of egress shall meet Class A requirements and have a maximum smoke development rating of 50, as specified by the NFPA 225 or ASTM E 84. All other panels shall have a Class B rating not to exceed a smoke development rating of 100.

2.1.6. Technical Assembly.

2.1.6.1. Assembly of equipment shall be possible with conventional tools locally available. If special tools are required they shall be furnished. See Part One--GENERAL of these specifications for quantities of special tools required.

2.1.6.2. All workstations shall permit easy assembly and disassembly by government personnel. Back to back workstations shall be assembled in such a manner so that components (bins, shelves, work surfaces, etc.) may be completely removed from one side without disturbing the other workstation.

2.1.6.3. The system shall be capable of being installed on top of finished flooring regardless of type, without penetrating the finished floor or using floor fasteners.

2.2. Panel System.

2.2.1. The panel system shall be capable of structurally supporting cantilevered work surfaces, shelves, files and other components in the configurations shown on the prototypical, without special modifications to the panels.

2.2.2. The panel system shall be capable of structurally supporting more than two fully-loaded components per panel per side and at vertical mounting intervals of approximately one inch.

2.2.3. Panel support legs shall be provided where panel configuration does not provide sufficient support or where load conditions dictate. Legs shall be of an abrasion and stain resistant coated surface on metal and shall be capable of attaching into panel-slotted side rail before or after panel erection. Glides shall be provided for adjustment and support.

2.2.4. The panel system shall be available in nominal widths of 12 inches to 60 inches. Variations to these widths shall require the contracting officer's approval.

2.2.5. The panel system shall be available in nominal heights of 30 inches to 86 inches, and measured from the finished floor to the top of the panel. Variations to heights shall require contracting officer approval.

2.2.6. Panels shall have the capability of assembly and disassembly in a vertical position and shall be nonprogressive (a centrally located panel can be removed without disassembly of the entire panel run).

2.2.7. Panels shall be available in the following surface options: Metal.

2.2.8. All exposed panel frames, trim and hardware shall have factory baked enamel finishes.

2.2.9. All glazed inserts shall be safety or tempered glass.

2.2.10. The acoustical panels offered shall have a minimum noise-reduction coefficient (NRC) of 0.85 for the speech frequency range of 1000, 2000 and 4000 Hertz. The minimum sound-transmission coefficient (STC) shall be 20.

2.2.11. Each face of fabric-faced panels shall have a seamless piece of fabric covering stretched over the entire face of the panel. The fabric shall be attached securely and continuously along the entire perimeter of the panel and shall be capable of easy removal and replacement in the field.

2.2.12. Fabric shall be made of Vinyl. Fabric shall have a minimum weight of [ as needed ] per square yard.

2.2.13. All panels shall be capable of accommodating fabric-covered tackboards. The fabric material and color shall be coordinated with the panel fabric.

2.2.14. Base raceways shall be an integral part of each panel.

2.2.15. Base covers held on by magnets will not be acceptable.

2.3. Leveling and Alignment. The system shall provide precise alignment of adjacent panels and shall include leveling glides to compensate for uneven floors. A minimum one inch adjustment range is required. When placed on a level surface with the glides fully retracted the maximum distance between the panel and the floor shall be one and one half inch.

2.4. Panel Connection System.

2.4.1. The panel system shall be capable of connection in a variety of configurations, including connection of panels of differing heights and connection of two, three or four panels from a single point.

2.4.2. The panel system shall have connectors which accommodate a variety of panel configurations.

2.4.3. The connector system shall provide tight connections which provide continuous visual and acoustical seals.

2.4.4. The finish of all filler posts shall match the finish and the color of the panel trim.

2.4.5. Each filler post shall have a top cover that shall match finish and color of the panel trim and shall be level with the panel top rail.

2.4.6. The connector system shall allow removal of a single panel within a typical workstation configuration, without requiring disassembly of the workstation or removal of adjacent panels.

2.4.7. Right angle connections shall not interfere with the capability to hang work surfaces and other components on any adjacent panel.

2.4.8. Connectors shall withstand forces generated when typical fully assembled workstation configurations are relocated by sliding on a carpeted floor.

2.4.9. The connector system shall provide, as required, for the continuation of electrical and communications wiring within workstations and from workstation to workstation.

2.5. Work Surfaces.

2.5.1. Work surfaces shall be available in nominal depths of 20 or 24 inches.

2.5.2. Work surfaces shall be available in nominal lengths from 24 to 48, 60 or 72 inches and in nominal thickness from 1 1/8 to 1 3/4 inches. Variations to these lengths shall require contracting officer approval.

2.5.3. Work surfaces shall have a finished top surface of high pressure plastic laminate, wood veneer or composite wood grain and shall have a smoothly finished underside. Pre-drilled holes for mounting components are allowed.

2.5.4. The work surface shall not be adversely affected by ordinary household solvents, acids, alcohols or salt solutions and shall be capable of being cleaned with ordinary household cleaning solutions.

2.5.5. All work surfaces shall be either fully supported from the panels or supported jointly by the panels and supplemental legs, pedestals or furniture end panels. Supplemental end supports should only be used under work surfaces when the work station configuration does not permit full support by the panels.

2.5.6. Metal support brackets, in colors and finishes to match or coordinate with panel trim or work surfaces shall be used to support work surfaces from the panels. These brackets shall provide metal-to-metal fitting to the vertical uprights of the panels and shall lock the work surfaces in place without any panel modifications.

2.5.7. Work surfaces shall be height adjustable in 1 to 1 1/2 inch increments from 25 to 41 inches above the finished floor.

2.5.8. Supports for peninsula work surfaces shall accommodate writing or/and typing heights. Provide all hardware necessary to attach peninsula work surfaces to a panel or to other work surfaces of varying heights.

2.5.9. Abutting work surfaces shall meet at equal heights when used in side-by-side or side-to-end configurations in order to provide a continuous and level work surface unless otherwise specified. If abutting surfaces are of different heights, provide caps enclosing open gaps between surfaces.

2.5.10. Work surfaces shall be capable of accepting an attached articulating adjustable keyboard pad. The attached keyboard pad shall have the capability to be fully recessed under the work surface and extend to give the user full access to the keyboard (approximately 10 inches). Side travel rotation shall be a 180 degree swing or a minimum of 15 inches in each direction.

2.5.11. If mobile keyboard pads are specified in lieu of attached keyboards, mobile units must be able to fit under the normal height of a work surface.

2.5.12. Computer turntables shall be provided where required. Turntables shall have a minimum rotation of 240 degrees.

2.5.13. Work surfaces shall have pre-drilled holes to accommodate pedestals.

2.5.14. The underside of cantilevered work surfaces shall have pre-drilled holes to accommodate additional supports.

2.5.15. Provide front modesty panels for all work surfaces where the knee area is exposed.

2.6. Pedestals.

2.6.1. Pedestals shall mount to the underside of work surfaces, be free- standing or mobile.

2.6.2. Drawers and drawer pedestals shall be of plastic construction or steel with a factory baked enamel finish. Color shall match panel trim. Drawer faces shall be of plastic or wood construction and shall be integral with the remainder of the drawer or shall be securely attached with screws to the drawer front. Drawer faces shall match panel trim.

2.6.3. All file drawers shall have full extension ball bearing suspensions.

2.6.4. All 12-inch file drawers shall have cradle type suspension and shall operate smoothly and shall not open accidentally. Hanging files or a paper compression system are acceptable. Adapters shall be furnished with each file drawer to accommodate hanging folders front-to-back or side-to-side for legal or letter folders.

2.6.5. All 15-inch high electronic data processing (EDP) file drawers shall accommodate EDP printout sheets and have cradle type suspension and shall operate smoothly and have a positive stop in the closed position.

2.6.6. All drawers within the pedestal shall be lockable either by a central lock that controls all pedestals under one work surface or individual keyed lock in each pedestal.

2.6.7. All drawer pedestals shall be field interchangeable from left to right or right to left and shall retain the pedestal locking system capability.

2.6.8. Pedestals shall have the capability to protect wires from being damaged by drawer opening and closing when wire management runs behind or along the side of the drawers.

2.6.9. Box drawers shall have available pencil or convenience trays and be able to accept more than one divider. Magnets are unacceptable methods to be used to hold dividers and other devices in place.

2.6.10. Casters on mobile units must conform to the test requirements as stated GSA Schedule 71, II, E.

2.7. Shelf Units and Flipper Door Cabinets.

2.7.1. Shelves shall be of metal construction with formed edges and a factory baked enamel.

2.7.2. All shelves shall have a depth to accommodate a standard 3-inch ring binder (8 1/2 x 11 inch filler) and shall span the full length of the supporting panel.

2.7.3. Shelves shall accommodate computer components storage.

2.7.4. Shelf-supporting end panels shall be of metal construction with formed edges and a factory baked enamel finish or shall be high density particle board, minimum 1/2" thickness, covered with high pressure plastic laminate or vinyl "T" molding edge.

2.7.5. Shelves shall be attached to metal supporting end panels with metal screws or lock clips and to particle board supporting end panels with wood screws or lock clips. Shelves shall be capable of supporting a uniform load of 36 pounds per linear foot.

2.7.6. All shelf supporting end panels shall provide metal-to-metal connections to the supporting wall panels.

2.7.7. The underside of all shelf units shall have the same finish and color as the end support panels and shall accommodate the attachment of task lights.

2.7.8. All shelf units shall have relocatable shelf dividers at a minimum of 9 inches on center horizontally. Magnetic dividers are acceptable. The dividers shall be of metal construction with a factory baked enamel finish matching or compatible to the shelf unit.

2.7.9. Shelf and door units shall have mechanical safety catches or other devices to prevent accidental disengagement.

2.7.10. Flipper doors shall have an interior construction of metal with formed edges, wood frame or particle board.

2.7.10.l. Metal doors shall have an exterior finish of factory baked enamel or a fabric covering and an interior finish of factory baked enamel.

2.7.10.2. Wood frame on particle board doors shall have an exterior finish of high pressure plastic laminate, textured vinyl covering or fabric covering and an interior finish of high pressure plastic laminate, textured vinyl covering or epoxy paint. A vinyl "T" molding edge shall be provided where appropriate.

2.7.11. Flipper door units (bins) shall be available with locks. Units must remain securely fastened to the panel when in the locked position.

2.7.12. All flipper doors should be able to be operated by a seated person when flipper doors are mounted at 64 inches height (+/- 2 inches). Equalizers that prevent doors from pinching when operated from other than center balance points is desired.

2.7.13. All locks or handles on flipper doors shall be flush, recessed or protrude no more than 1/4".

2.8. Panel-Mounted Lateral Files.

2.8.l. All lateral file drawers shall be panel-supported.

2.8.2. Lateral file drawers shall be of steel construction with a factory baked enamel finish. File fronts and end support panels shall be of equal construction to flipper door shelving units, as specified earlier.

2.8.3. All hardware shall be flush, recessed or protrude no more than 1/4".

2.8.4. All lateral file drawers shall have full extension, ball bearing drawer slides and shall operate smoothly, but shall not open accidentally.

2.8.5. Lateral files shall accommodate hanging file folders for letter size, and legal files.

2.8.6. All lateral file drawers shall be available with individual key-operated locks.

2.9. Finishes and Colors.

2.9.1. All systems furniture panels and components shall be supplied in the finishes and range of neutral and accent colors as selected by the contracting officer from manufacturer's standard finishes and colors. All variations shall require the contracting officer's approval. Finishes and colors shall be selected for fabrics, metal finishes, trim, bases, hardware, connectors, power poles, work surfaces, etc.

2.9.2. The manufacturer shall have at least four different color selections for laminates and fabrics.

2.10. Locks and Keying.

2.10.1. All drawers, flipper door cabinets, lateral files and file bins shall have keyed locks, unless otherwise noted.

2.10.2. Field changeable lock cylinders shall be provided with a minimum of 150 different key operations.

2.10.3. All workstations shall be individually keyed. All locks within a workstation shall be keyed alike.

2.10.4. All central file and storage units which are grouped together but are not part of a workstation shall be keyed alike, unless noted otherwise.

2.10.5. Two keys shall be provided for each lock and three duplicate master keys shall be provided to the contracting officer. Keys and lock cylinders shall be numbered for ease of replacement. A key schedule shall be submitted to the contracting officer at project completion.

2.10.6. All locking equipment must be clearly labeled/tagged as to the workstation, key number and its location.

2.10.7. Combination locks may be used in lieu of key locks. Instructions on changing combinations must be furnished for each lock and attached to the inside area (drawer) that is to be locked.

2.11. Other Components and Accessories.

2.11.1. The contractor shall provide all brackets, supports, hangers, clips, panel-supported legs, connectors, adjustable feet, cover plates, stabilizers and other miscellaneous hardware required to provide a completed assembly.

2.11.2. Wall tracks should not be used unless absolutely necessary. If they are provided they must be in pairs where components are required. Tracks shall be of heavy-duty extruded metal finish and color to match panel trim and shall be slotted on 1" centers in heights required. Slot spacing should match slot spacing for wall panels. [SPECIFY required heights.]

2.11.3. Wall mount kits shall be provided as required for securing panel ends to building walls at 90 degree angles. Kit shall match panel height and trim.

2.11.4. One panel-mounted coat hook per workstation occupant shall be provided at each manned workstation or workstation group.

2.11.5. Paper management units shall be provided as indicated on the prototypicals. These units shall consist of paper storage units constructed of coated steel inserts with tabbed label holders, shall be capable of right or left hand orientation and shall accommodate legal or letter size lengths. Unit shall be freestanding or mounted to rear of shelf/bin or mounted to the support panels by means of a mounting rail. Mounting rails shall be equal in length to the wall panel and constructed of metal and finished to match panel trim. A latch-lock mechanism shall be an integral part of the rail.

2.11.6. Tackboards. The fabric and color shall be coordinated with the panel fabric and color. Location and size shall be as indicated on the proto- typicals.

2.11.7. Erasable marker boards shall have a white porcelain writing surface and shall include one set of erasable liquid markers, 5 chart hooks, storage tray, tack strip and end support panels to match the panel trim. Size and location shall be as determined by the systems furniture designer.

2.11.8. Counter caps and transaction counters shall be provided in accordance with the sizes shown on the prototypicals. The finish shall match the finish of the work surfaces unless noted otherwise. Locations shall be as determined by the systems furniture designer.

2.12. Electrical.

2.12.1. The entire system shall use copper wiring and shall meet the applicable requirements of Underwriters Laboratory (UL) Standard 1286 and the National Electrical Code. The label or listing of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. will be accepted as evidence that the materials or equipment conform to the applicable standards of that agency.

2.12.2 All panels shall have raceways capable of distributing at least three circuits, utilizing all 3 phases. The power system shall be an 8 wire system (3 hots, 3 neutrals and 2 grounds) for all workstation configurations. Minimum requirement is for 20-amp power circuits and the equivalent of six 25-pair communication cables with required connectors. Unused access points shall be covered to prevent unsightly holes. Covers shall be replaceable or the raceway cover shall be easily replaced without disassembly of the panel. Each workstation shall have at least one phase A circuit receptacle, one phase B circuit receptacle and one phase C circuit receptacle. One phase (e.g., Phase C) shall be used for computer and data equipment only, with one of the grounds being dedicated to that computer and data circuit. All plug-in receptacles shall be clearly labeled with circuit designation A, B or C.

2.12.3. All panels shall have base raceways for power and communications (telephone and computer data). All panel bases shall have a minimum of one knockout per panel, per side, for every four feet for electrical access and a minimum of two additional knockouts per workstation for telephone and local area network wiring and electrical outlets.

2.12.4. Base covers shall be securely mounted to panels but permit easy access to the raceway. Accidental dislodgment is not acceptable.

2.12.5. Panel base covers shall not be secured by magnets.

2.12.6. The panel bases shall not extend past either panel face by more than one-half inch.

2.12.7. Metal or plastic end covers which attach securely to the panel base shall be provided and shall match the finish and color of the panel base.

2.12.8. All panels shall be powered. Each panel shall be capable of having a minimum of two single, duplex 20 amp grounded electrical receptacles per side, per 4-foot length (one receptacle per side for a section 2 feet or less).

2.12.9. All receptacles shall be commercial grade and identified easily by line or circuit identification number (or letter) and phase identification.

2.12.10. Internal panel-to-panel power connections shall be straight or flexible plug-in and plug-out grounded connections and shall be installed to provide the panel configurations required.

2.12.11. Power and communication wiring shall be supplied to the panels by base modules.

2.12.12. Base-feed modules shall supply power to the base panels by plugging into either side of or into the end of the raceway through receptacle doors and shall provide access doors for routing the communication cables.

2.12.13. Actual wire management capacity shall allow for wire twist and right angle corner radius loss.

2.12.14. Accessories for an externally mounted vertical and horizontal wire management and concealment system shall be provided.

2.12.14.1. Horizontal wire managers shall be supplied for mounting under all work surfaces, where required. The wire managers shall be attached either to the underside of the work surface or to the vertical panel without damage to the face of the vertical panel. Exposed or loose wiring shall not be acceptable.

2.12.14.2. Wire managers shall be prefinished and shall secure, conceal and accommodate outlet cords as well as electrical and communication wiring.

2.12.14.3. Wire channels shall match color of panel trim, attach to panel or rail by means of self adhesive backing strip or clip-in attachment and shall conceal wire routed vertically.

2.13. Task Lighting.

2.13.1. Task lights shall be provided as indicated on the prototypicals. Such lights shall be a standard component of the manufacturer's system furniture products.

2.13.2. Task lights shall be available in colors to match that of the shelves and bins. The reflector shall be painted white or have a reflective lens finish for maximum light. Using the same color as the outer housing is not acceptable.

2.13.3. Task lights shall have structurally sound mounting devices which can be easily removed and replaced but will prevent accidental removal or dislodgment.

2.13.4. All fixtures shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL) approved.

2.13.5. All fixtures shall have prismatic lenses, baffles or reflector systems necessary to provide a glare-free light which is shielded at eye level in a seated position and shall provide a minimum of 75 footcandles of light without veiling reflections on the work surface directly below the fixture. Energy efficient lamps shall be used whenever possible.

2.13.6. Each fixture shall have an easily accessible on-off switch and one rapid-start ballast. Ganged fixtures with shared ballasts shall not be used.

2.13.7. All fixture diffusers, grilles or other coverings shall be easily removable to permit cleaning and relamping.

2.13.8. Each fixture shall have a minimum of a six-foot factory-installed, heavy duty electrical cord set with a grounded plug and be UL approved and have left or right exit capability.

2.13.9. A vertical, panel-mounted wire manager shall be installed with each task light. This wire manager shall be prefinished and cut to size and shall have the capability of being field cut to size. The wire manager shall be attached to the panel edge or connector strip without damaging panel surfaces.

2.14. Communications. Workstations shall provide appropriate cable management for telephone and computer data cables. All instrument connections and wiring through the raceways shall be accomplished by others. The government will be responsible for telephone installation.

Part Three—EXECUTION

3.1. General. The contractor shall be responsible for verification of all site dimensions and facility conditions. The contractor shall notify the contracting officer if installation cannot be successfully completed because of existing conditions prior to installation.

3.2. Installation.

3.2.1. The contractor shall have a full time installation crew. Each member of the crew shall be a manufacturer authorized systems furniture handler and technical installer capable of performing the job requirements outlined on the final government-approved workstation layout drawings.

3.2.2. Installation shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's installation procedures.

3.2.3. All systems furniture panels and components shall be installed level, plumb, square, and with proper alignment with adjoining furniture. The furniture shall be securely interconnected and shall be securely attached to the building where required.

3.2.4. The contractor shall clean, polish and inspect all panels and components to ensure that the installation is complete and that the furniture is free of defects and ready for use. The contractor shall repair all defects or replace damaged components.

3.2.5. Phasing. Not Needed.

3.2.6. Coordination. Coordinate with government if communications wiring must be put into place during systems furniture installation because it cannot wait until after systems furniture installation is complete.

3.3. Wiring.

3.3.1. The contractor is responsible for all electrical wiring for the workstations and between workstations. The contractor will make all hard-wire connections to the building electrical distribution system coordinating with the government.

3.3.2. All electrical wiring shall be in accordance with the approved layout, the systems furniture manufacturer's installation procedures and the National Electrical Code.

3.4. Post-Installation Requirements.

3.4.1. The contractor shall provide drawings of the final installation showing all changes and revisions made up to the time equipment installation is completed and accepted. As-built drawings shall include an overall workstation plan layout and dimensioned isometrics or elevations of each type of workstation with all components identified by the manufacturer's catalog numbers. Drawings shall include all electrical circuits including routing identification and point of power pick up. As-builts shall be in a scale of 1/4 inch = 1 foot-0 inches or other scale mutually agreed upon by the contractor and the contracting officer.

3.4.2. Panel plans shall be dimensioned from finished face of walls, columns and partitions and keyed to a panel schedule describing colors, finishes, sizes and types. Panel drawings shall include all power poles, base panel feeds and all activated panel outlets.

3.4.3. Inventory Listing. Data and parts lists shall be provided. The contractor shall provide two complete listings of all installed components to the contracting officer. One copy will be for the users (Non-MCP) and one copy will be for the contract file.

3.4.4. Manufacturer's Literature.

3.4.4.1. Three sets of product assembly manuals which describe assembly and reconfiguration procedures shall be provided to the contracting officer.

3.4.4.2. Three sets of product maintenance manuals which describe proper cleaning and minor repair procedures shall be provided to the contracting officer.

3.5. Training Program. The contractor shall provide 4 hours of training to user's and base civil engineer's personnel on installing, reconfiguring and maintaining the prewired workstations. This training shall be provided on site as part of the contract cost to the government and at times mutually agreed upon by the contractor, the contracting officer, base civil engineer and the user.