W912PP22R0006 ERCIP Install MicroGrid_Amendment 0003.pdf
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This amendment modifies the request for proposal for an ERCIP Microgrid at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. The solicitation seeks proposals for the design and construction of a microgrid to include natural gas generator sets between 15-2500 kW, related auxiliary equipment, solar photovoltaic components, a battery energy storage system, and automatic transfer switches. Proposals are due by the date specified in the solicitation. The awarded firm will be required to provide O&M manuals and training. The work must be completed in accordance with the specifications and drawings attached to the solicitation. The Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District in Albuquerque is the contracting agency.
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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:
(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment your desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.
E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.
AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE
3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)
7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE
STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)
Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243
FACILITY CODE
9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION
NO.
9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)
10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.
10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)
11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS
The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, is not extended.
12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;
13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.
IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.
CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO.
IN ITEM 10A.
B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).
C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:
D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)
15C. DATE SIGNED
15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)
16C. DATE SIGNED
16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)
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6. ISSUED BY CODE
8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)
CODE
15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR
(Signature of person authorized to sign)
16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(Signature of Contracting Officer)
NSN 7540-01-152-8070
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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.
W912PP
14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)
ERCIP Install Micro-Grid at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico.
1.This is Amendment No. 0003 to Solicitation No. W912PP22R0006 The following revisions shall be incorporated into the specifications. All other provisions shall remain unchanged.
Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.
U.S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, ALBUQUERQUE
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
4101 JEFFERSON PLAZA, N.E.
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO 87109-3435
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2. SPECIFICATIONS: Delete the following listed pages and substitute the pages attached hereto. On the revised pages, for convenience, changes are emphasized by STRIKETHROUGH for deletions and UNDERLINE for additions from the previous issue. All portions of the revised (or new) pages shall apply whether or not changes have been indicated.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS, ENTIRETY TABLE OF CONTENTS, ENTIRETY
SECTION 26 32 15.00 - NATURAL GAS
GENERATOR SET STATIONARY 15-2500 KW,
WITH AUXILIARIES, ENTIRETY
SECTION 26 32 15.00 - NATURAL GAS
GENERATOR SET STATIONARY 15-2500 KW,
WITH AUXILIARIES, ENTIRETY
SECTION 31 00 00 – EARTHWORK, ENTIRETY SECTION 31 00 00 – EARTHWORK, ENTIRETY
NA APPENDIX C – RECORD OF ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATION
3. DRAWING CHANGES: The following drawings have been revised and the sequence number changed to indicate such revision:
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CU-103 UTILITY PLANS CU-103.1 UTILITY PLANS
ES601 ELECTRICAL ONE-LINE DIAGRAM ES601.1 ELECTRICAL ONE-LINE DIAGRAM
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WSMR ERCIP Install Micro-Grid W912PP22R0006
WSMR, NM RTA
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS
DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 00 00.00 44 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
01 01 10.00 44 SPECIAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK
01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
01 32 01.00 10 PROJECT SCHEDULE
01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
01 35 20.00 44 SPECIAL PROJECT PROCEDURES FOR WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE
01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
01 42 00 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS
01 45 00.00 10 QUALITY CONTROL
01 45 00.15 10 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE (RMS CM)
01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
01 50 00 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
01 56 00.00 44 DUST CONTROL
01 57 20.20 10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE
01 57 24.02 44 STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (New Mexico)
01 57 25.00 44 SWPP PLAN INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE REPORT FORM
01 58 00 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION
01 71 23.00 44 SURVEY, LAYOUT, AND OTHER DATA
01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL
01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
01 91 00.15 10 TOTAL BUILDING COMMISSIONING
DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE
03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
DIVISION 05 - METALS
05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL
DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
13 48 73 SEISMIC CONTROL FOR MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION
25 05 11 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS
25 05 11.01 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS -
MicroGrid Fire Alarm/Mass Notification
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
26 08 00 APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1
00 10 00 SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD, SF 1442; PROPOSAL
SCHEDULE, CORPORATE,PARTNERSHIP, JOINT VENTURE CERTIFICATES
00 20 00 INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROCUREMENT
00 21 00 INSTRUCTIONS
00 22 16 SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS
00 45 00 REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
00 50 00 CONTRACTING FORMS AND SUPPLEMENTS - Wage Determination
00 70 00 CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT
WSMR, NM RTA
26 12 19.10 THREE-PHASE, LIQUID-FILLED PAD-MOUNTED TRANSFORMERS
26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
26 27 14.00 20 ELECTRICITY METERING
26 31 00 SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) COMPONENTS
26 32 15.00 NATURAL GAS GENERATOR SET STATIONARY 15-2500 KW, WITH
AUXILIARIES
26 33 53 BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (BESS)
26 36 23 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHES
26 42 14.00 10 CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)
DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS
27 10 00 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM
DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
28 31 70 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM SYSTEM, ADDRESSABLE
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
31 00 00 EARTHWORK
31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING
31 62 16.16 STEEL H-PILES
DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
32 11 23 AGGREGATE BASE COURSES
32 11 23.23 BASE COURSE DRAINAGE LAYERS
32 15 00 AGGREGATE SURFACING
32 31 13 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES
DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES
33 11 00 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING
33 11 23 NATURAL GAS PIPING
33 40 00 STORM DRAINAGE UTILITIES
33 71 01 OVERHEAD TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
33 71 02 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
33 82 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP)
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PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 2
APPENDIX
APPENDIX A MANAGING DEMOLITION WASTE
APPENDIX B BORROW PITS
APPENDIX C RECORD OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATION
WSMR, NM Amendment 0003
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NATURAL GAS GENERATOR SET STATIONARY 15-2500 KW, WITH AUXILIARIES
05/20
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 B16.3 (2016) Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 and 300
ASME B16.5 (2017) Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS 1/2 Through NPS 24 Metric/Inch Standard
ASME B16.11 (2016) Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded
ASME B16.21 (2016) Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets for Pipe Flanges
ASME B31.1 (2018) Power Piping
ASME B31.3 (2016) Process Piping
ASME BPVC SEC IX (2017; Errata 2018) BPVC Section IX-Welding, Brazing and Fusing Qualifications
ASME BPVC SEC VIII D1 (2017) BPVC Section VIII-Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels Division 1
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM A53/A53M (2018) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
ASTM A106/A106M (2019a) Standard Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service
ASTM A181/A181M (2014) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Forgings, for General-Purpose Piping
ASTM A193/A193M (2019) Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature Service and Other Special Purpose Applications
ASTM A194/A194M (2018) Standard Specification for Carbon
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Steel, Alloy Steel, and Stainless Steel Nuts for Bolts for High-Pressure or High-Temperature Service, or Both
ASTM A234/A234M (2019) Standard Specification for Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and High Temperature Service
ASTM B395/B395M (2018) Standard Specification for U-Bend Seamless Copper and Copper Alloy Heat Exchanger and Condenser Tubes
ASTM D975 (2019c) Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils
ELECTRICAL GENERATING SYSTEMS ASSOCIATION (EGSA)
EGSA 101P (1995) Performance Standard for Engine Driven Generator Sets
INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)
IEEE 1 (2000; R 2011) General Principles for Temperature Limits in the Rating of Electric Equipment and for the Evaluation of Electrical Insulation
IEEE 43 (2013) Recommended Practice for Testing Insulation Resistance of Rotating Machinery
IEEE 81 (2012) Guide for Measuring Earth Resistivity, Ground Impedance, and Earth Surface Potentials of a Ground System
IEEE 100 (2000; Archived) The Authoritative Dictionary of IEEE Standards Terms
IEEE 115 (2009) Guide for Test Procedures for Synchronous Machines: Part I Acceptance and Performance Testing; Part II Test Procedures and Parameter Determination for Dynamic Analysis
IEEE 120 (1989; R 2007) Master Test Guide for Electrical Measurements in Power Circuits
IEEE 484 (2002; R 2008) Recommended Practice for Installation Design and Implementation of Vented Lead-Acid Batteries for Stationary Applications
IEEE 485 (2010) Recommended Practice for Sizing Lead-Acid Batteries for Stationary Applications
IEEE 519 (2014) Recommended Practices and Requirements for Harmonic Control in Electrical Power Systems
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IEEE C2 (2017; Errata 1-2 2017; INT 1 2017) National Electrical Safety Code
IEEE C50.12 (2005; R 2010) Standard for Salient Pole 50 HZ and 60 Hz Synchronous Generators and Generation/Motors for Hydraulic Turbine Applications Rated 5 MVA and above
IEEE C57.13 (2016) Requirements for Instrument Transformers
IEEE C57.13.1 (2006; R 2012) Guide for Field Testing of Relaying Current Transformers
INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL TESTING ASSOCIATION (NETA)
NETA ATS (2017; Errata 2017) Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION (ISO)
ISO 3046 (2002, 2006, 2009, 2001) Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines - Performance--Part 1, 3, 4, 5, 6
ISO 8528 (1993; R 2018) Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine Driven Alternating Current Generator Sets--Part 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13
MANUFACTURERS STANDARDIZATION SOCIETY OF THE VALVE AND FITTINGS
INDUSTRY (MSS)
MSS SP-58 (2018) Pipe Hangers and Supports - Materials, Design and Manufacture, Selection, Application, and Installation
MSS SP-80 (2019) Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)
NEMA ICS 2 (2000; R 2005; Errata 2008) Industrial Control and Systems Controllers, Contactors, and Overload Relays Rated 600 V
NEMA ICS 6 (1993; R 2016) Industrial Control and Systems: Enclosures
NEMA MG 1 (2018) Motors and Generators
NEMA PB 1 (2011) Panelboards
NEMA PB 2 (2011) Deadfront Distribution Switchboards
NEMA/ANSI C12.11 (2007) Instrument Transformers for Revenue Metering, 10 kV BIL through 350 kV BIL
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(0.6 kV NSV through 69 kV NSV)
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 30 (2018) Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
NFPA 37 (2018) Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines
NFPA 54 (2018) National Fuel Gas Code
NFPA 58 (2020) Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code
NFPA 70 (2020; ERTA 20-1 2020; ERTA 20-2 2020; TIA
20-1; TIA 20-2; TIA 20-3; TIA 20-4)
National Electrical Code
NFPA 99 (2018; TIA 18-1) Health Care Facilities Code
SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS INTERNATIONAL (SAE)
SAE ARP892 (1965; R 1994) DC Starter-Generator, Engine
SAE J537 (2016) Storage Batteries
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)
MIL-DTL-5624 (2016; Rev W) Turbine Fuel, Aviation, Grades JP-4 and JP-5
MIL-DTL-16884 (2017; Rev P) Fuel, Naval Distillate
MIL-STD-461 (2015; Rev G) Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment
U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)
40 CFR 60 Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 467 (2013; Reprint Jun 2017) UL Standard for Safety Grounding and Bonding Equipment
UL 489 (2016) UL Standard for Safety Molded-Case Circuit Breakers, Molded-Case Switches and Circuit-Breaker Enclosures
UL 1236 (2015; Reprint Mar 2016) UL Standard for Safety Battery Chargers for Charging Engine-Starter Batteries
SECTION 26 32 15.00 Page 4
1.2 RELATED MATERIALS
Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, and Section 26 08 00 APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING apply to this section, except as modified herein.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;
submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Engine-Generator Set and Auxiliary Equipment ;
Auxiliary Systems ;
Detailed Drawings ;
Acceptance ;
SD-03 Product Data
Engine-Generator Set Efficiencies ;
Emissions ;
filters ;
special tools ;
Engine-Generator Parameter Schedule
Heat Exchanger
Generator
Manufacturer's Catalog
Site Welding
Spare Parts
Onsite Training
Vibration-Isolation
Posted Data and Instructions ;
Instructions ;
Experience
Field Engineer
General Installation
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Exciter
SD-05 Design Data
Performance Criteria
Sound Limitations ;
Power Factor
Heat Exchanger
Time-Delay on Alarms
Cooling System
Vibration Isolation
Battery Charger
Capacity Calculations for Engine-Generator Set ;
Brake Mean Effective Pressure (BMEP) Calculations ;
Torsional Vibration Stress Analysis Computations ;
Capacity Calculations for Batteries ;
Turbocharger Load Calculations ;
SD-06 Test Reports
Performance Tests
Factory Inspection and Tests
Factory Tests
Onsite Inspection and Tests ;
Acceptance Checks and Tests ;
Functional Acceptance Tests ;
Maintenance Procedures ;
Operation and Maintenance Manuals ;
Inspections ;
Functional Acceptance Test Procedure ;
SD-07 Certificates
Cooling System
Vibration Isolation
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Prototype Test
Reliability and Durability
Fuel System Certification ;
Start-Up Engineer ;
Instructor's Qualification Resume ;
Engine Emission Limits ; G
Sound Limitations
Site Visit
Current Balance
Materials and Equipment
Factory Inspection and Tests
SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports
Engine Tests ;
Generator Tests ;
Assembled Engine-Generator Set Tests ;
SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Preliminary Assembled Operation and Maintenance Manuals ;
Submit in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA and the paragraph ASSEMBLED OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUALS.
SD-11 Closeout Submittals
Posted Data and Instructions ;
Training Plan ;
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4.1 Conformance to Codes and Standards
Where equipment is specified to conform to requirements of any code or standard such as UL, NEMA, etc., the design, fabrication and installation must also conform to the code.
1.4.2 Site Welding
For all welding, qualify procedures and welders in accordance with
ASME BPVC SEC IX .
a. Welding procedures qualified by others, and welders and welding operators qualified by a previously qualified employer may be accepted
SECTION 26 32 15.00 Page 7 as permitted by ASME B31.1 .
b. Submit a copy of qualifying procedures and a list of names and identification symbols of qualified welders and welding operators.
c. Submit a letter listing the welder qualifying procedures for each welder, complete with supporting data such as test procedures used, what was tested to, and a list of the names of all welders and their identification symbols.
d. Perform welder qualification tests for each welder whose qualifications are not in compliance with the referenced standards.
Notify the Contracting Officer 24 hours in advance of qualification tests which must be performed at the work site, if practical.
e. The welder or welding operator must apply the personally assigned symbol near each weld made as a permanent record.
1.4.3 Vibration Limitation
Limit the maximum engine-generator set vibration in the horizontal, vertical, and axial directions to 6 mils (peak-peak RMS), with an overall velocity limit of 0.95 inches/second RMS, at rated speed for all loads through 110 percent of rated speed. The engine-generator set must be provided with vibration isolation in accordance with the manufacturer's standard recommendation. Where the vibration isolation system does not secure the base to the structure floor or unit foundation, provide seismic restraints in accordance with the seismic parameters specified.
1.4.4 Torsional Analysis
Submit torsional analysis including prototype testing or calculations which certify and demonstrate that no damaging or dangerous torsional vibrations will occur when the prime mover is connected to the generator, at synchronous speeds, plus/minus 10 percent.
1.4.5 Performance Data
Submit vibration isolation system performance data for the range of frequencies generated by the engine-generator set during operation from no load to full load and the maximum vibration transmitted to the floor.
Also submit a description of seismic qualification of the engine-generator mounting, base, and vibration isolation.
1.4.6 Experience
Each component manufacturer must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the manufacture, assembly and sale of components used with stationary engine-generator sets for commercial and industrial use. The engine-generator set manufacturer/assembler must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the manufacture, assembly and sale of stationary engine-generator sets for commercial and industrial use. Submit a statement showing and verifying these requirements.
1.4.7 Field Engineer
The engine-generator set manufacturer or assembler must furnish a qualified field engineer to supervise the complete installation of the engine-generator set, assist in the performance of the onsite tests, and
SECTION 26 32 15.00 Page 8 instruct personnel as to the operational and maintenance features of the equipment. The field engineer must have attended the engine generator manufacturer's training courses on installation and operation and maintenance of engine generator sets. Submit a letter listing the qualifications, schools, formal training, and experience of the field engineer.
1.4.8 Detailed Drawings
Submit detailed drawings showing the following:
a. Base-mounted equipment, complete with base and attachments, including anchor bolt template and recommended clearances for maintenance and operation.
b. Starting system.
c. Fuel system.
d. Cooling system.
e. Exhaust system.
f. Electric wiring of relays, breakers, programmable controllers, and switches including single line and wiring diagrams.
g. Lubrication system, including piping, pumps, strainers, filters, heat exchangers for lube oil and turbocharger cooling, electric heater, controls and wiring.
h. Location, type, and description of vibration isolation devices for all applications.
i. The safety system, including wiring schematics.
j. One-line schematic and wiring diagrams of the generator, exciter, regulator, governor, and instrumentation.
k. Panel layouts.
l. Mounting and support for each panel and major piece of electrical equipment.
m. Engine-generator set rigging points and lifting instructions.
1.4.9 Auxiliary Systems Engine-Generator Set and Auxiliary Equipment Drawing Requirements
Submit drawings pertaining to the engine-generator set and auxiliary equipment, including but not limited to the following:
a. Certified outline, general arrangement (setting plan), and anchor bolt details. Show total weight and center of gravity of assembled equipment on the steel sub-base.
b. Detailed elementary, schematic wiring, and interconnection diagrams of the engine starting system, jacket coolant heating system, engine protective devices, engine alarm devices, engine speed governor system, generator and excitation system, and other integral devices.
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c. Detailed elementary, schematic wiring; and interconnection diagrams of the fuel system, starting battery system, engine-generator control panel, generator circuit breaker.
d. Dimensional drawings or catalog cuts of exhaust silencers, radiator, fuel day tanks, fuel oil cooler, valves and pumps, intake filters, vibration isolators, and other auxiliary equipment not integral with the engine-generator set.
1.4.10 Auxiliary Systems Drawing Requirements
Submit drawings showing floor plan arrangement of exhaust, air intake, fuel oil cooler, and jacket coolant water systems including arrangement of piping and pipe sizes.
1.4.11 Vibration Isolation System Certification
Submit certification from the manufacturer that the vibration isolation system will reduce the vibration to the limits specified in the paragraph
VIBRATION ISOLATION.
1.4.12 Fuel System Certification
When the fuel system requires a fuel oil cooler as described in the paragraph FUEL OIL COOLER, submit certification from the engine manufacturer that the fuel system design is satisfactory.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Properly protect materials and equipment, in accordance with the manufacturers recommended storage procedures,before, during, and after installation. Protect stored items from the weather and contamination.
During installation, cap piping and similar openings to keep out dirt and other foreign matter.
Deliver equipment on pallets or blocking wrapped in heavy-duty plastic, sealed to protect parts and assemblies from moisture and dirt. Protect and prepare batteries for shipment as recommended by the battery manufacturer. Store auxiliary equipment at the site in covered enclosures, protected from atmospheric moisture, dirt, and ground water.
1.6 EXTRA MATERIALS
Provide two sets of special tools and two sets of filters required for maintenance. Special tools are those that only the manufacturer provides, for special purposes, or to reach otherwise inaccessible parts. One handset must be provided for each electronic governor when required to indicate and/or change governor response settings. Furnish 4 liters one gallon of identical paint used on engine-generator set in manufacturer's sealed container with each engine-generator set.
Wrenches and tools specifically designed and required to work on the new equipment, which are not commercially available as standard mechanic's tools, must be furnished to the Contracting Officer.
Provide proposed operating instructions for the engine-generator set and auxiliary equipment laminated between matte-surface thermoplastic sheets and suitable for placement adjacent to corresponding equipment. After
SECTION 26 32 15.00 Page 10 approval, install operating instructions where directed.
1.7 MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Submit the operation and maintenance manuals and have them approved prior to commencing onsite tests.
1.7.1 Operation Manual
Provide three copies of the manufacturers standard operation manual.
Sections must be separated by heavy plastic dividers with tabs which identify the material in the section. Fold drawings with the title block visible, and placed in 8-1/2 by 11 inch plastic pockets with reinforced holes. The manual must include:
a. Step-by-step procedures for system startup, operation, and shutdown;
b. Drawings, diagrams, and single-line schematics to illustrate and define the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems with their controls, alarms, and safety systems;
c. Procedures for interface and interaction with related systems to include automatic transfer switches.
1.7.2 Maintenance Manual
Provide three copies of the manufacturers standard maintenance manual.
Separate each section by a heavy plastic divider with tabs. Fold drawings with the title block visible, and placed in plastic pockets with reinforced holes. The manual must include:
a. Procedures for each routine maintenance item.Procedures for troubleshooting.Factory-service, take-down overhaul, and repair service manuals, with parts lists.
b. The manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule.
c. A component list which includes the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, model or serial number, rating, and catalog number for the major components.
d. A list of spare parts for each piece of equipment and a complete list of materials and supplies needed for operation.
1.7.3 Assembled Operation and Maintenance Manuals
The contents of the assembled operation and maintenance manuals must include the manufacturer's O&M information required by the paragraph SD-10, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA and the manufacturer's O&M information specified in Section 26 36 23 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHES AND
BY-PASS/ISOLATION SWITCH.
a. Manuals must be in separate books or volumes, assembled and bound securely in durable, hard covered, water resistant binder, and indexed by major assembly and components in sequential order.
b. A table of contents (index) must be made part of the assembled O&M.
The manual must be assembled in the order noted in table of contents.
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c. The cover sheet or binder on each volume of the manuals must be identified and marked with the words, "Operation and Maintenance Manual."
1.8 SITE CONDITIONS
Protect the components of the engine-generator set, including cooling system components, pumps, fans, and similar auxiliaries when not operating and provide components capable of the specified outputs in the following environment:
a. Site Location: White Sands Missile Range
b. Site Elevation: 4,000 feet above mean sea level.
c. Ambient Temperatures:
(1) Maximum 105 degrees F dry bulb.
(2) Minimum 0 degrees F dry bulb.
d. Design Wind Velocity: 50 mph .
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
a. Provide and install each engine-generator set complete and totally functional, with all necessary ancillary equipment to include: air filtration; starting system; generator controls, protection, and isolation; instrumentation; lubrication; fuel system; cooling system;
and engine exhaust system. Each engine-generator set must satisfy the requirements specified in the Engine-Generator Parameter Schedule.
Submit certification that the engine-generator set and cooling system function properly in the ambient temperatures specified.
b. Provide each engine-generator set consisting of one engine, one generator, and one exciter mounted, assembled, and aligned on one base; and all other necessary ancillary equipment which may be mounted separately. Assemble sets having a capacity of 750 kW or smaller and attach to the base prior to shipping. Sets over 750 kW capacity may be shipped in sections. Provide set components that are environmentally suitable for the locations shown and that are the manufacturer's standard product offered in catalogs for commercial or industrial use. Provide a generator strip heater for moisture control when the generator is not operating. Identify any nonstandard products or components and the reason for their use.
2.1.1 Engine-Generator Parameter Schedule
Engine-Generator Set and Auxiliary Equipment Capacity Calculations for Engine-Generator Set
ENGINE-GENERATOR PARAMETER SCHEDULE
Identification Make/Model
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ENGINE-GENERATOR PARAMETER SCHEDULE
Electrical Characteristics
Power Rating Prime Gross bhp rating / Net brake power rating 300 kW at 0.8 power factor
Governor Type Type Make / Model Isochronous
Overload Capacity (Prime applications only)
110 percent of Service Load for 1 hour in 12 consecutive hours
Service Load 271 kVA (maximum) 225 kVA (continuous)
Motor Starting kVA (Max.)
287 271 kVA
Power Factor 0.8 lagging
Engine-Generator Applications stand-alone
Voltage Regulation (No Load to Full Load)(Stand-alone applications) plus or minus 2 percent (maximum)
Voltage Bandwidth (steady state) plus or minus 2 percent
Frequency 60 Hz
Voltage 480 volts
Phases 3 Phase, Wye
Minimum Generator Sub-transient Reactance
42 SkVA percent Sub-transient
Nonlinear Loads 20 kVA
Max Step Load Increase
25 percent of Service Load at 0.9 PF
Transient Recovery Time with Step Load Increase (Voltage)
5 seconds
Transient Recovery 5 seconds
Time with Step Load Increase (Frequency)
Maximum Voltage Deviation with Step Load Increase
5 percent of rated voltage
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ENGINE-GENERATOR PARAMETER SCHEDULE
Maximum Frequency Deviation with Step Load Increase
2.5 percent of rated frequency
Frequency Bandwidth (steady state) plus or minus 0.4 percent
Frequency Regulation (droop) (No Load to Full Load)
3 percent (maximum)
Frequency Bandwidth (steady state) plus or minus 0.4 percent
Reactances Synchronous reactance, Xd Transient reactance, X'd Sub-transient reactance, X"d Negative sequence reactance, X2 Zero sequence reactance, Xo
Capacity Calculations
Calculations must verify that the engine-generator set power rating is adequate for the following load conditions:
Lighting 1 kW
Computer 0 (Zero) kW
Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
0 (Zero) kVA
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
287 kVA, 6 Pulse Yes
Motor Starting Sequence
Starting Order
Size (hp) Locked Rotor NEMA Code
Starting Method
Maximum Voltage Dip
250 G Full Voltage
25 Percent
Other Load kW at 0.8 power factor
Capacity Calculations for Batteries
Calculation must verify that the engine starting battery capacity exceeds dc power requirements.
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ENGINE-GENERATOR PARAMETER SCHEDULE
Mechanical Characteristics
Engine Description Strokes/cycle Number of cylinders Bore and Stroke, inches
Engine Speed 1800 rpm
Heat Exchanger Type fin-tube (radiator)
Engine Cooling Type water/ethylene glycol
Intercooler Type Air-to-Air / Jacket Water
Induction Method Naturally Aspirated / Turbocharged
Turbocharger Make / Model
Max Time to Start and be Ready to Assume Load
10 seconds
Max Summer Outdoor Temp (Ambient)
105 degrees F
Installation Elevation
4000-ft above sea level
Engine-Generator Set Efficiencies
Fuel Consumption At 0.8 power factor, Gallons / hour for:
1 / 2 load 3 / 4 load Full Load
Generator Efficiency At 0.8 power factor,(per cent) for:
1 / 2 load 3 / 4 load Full Load
Radiator Capacity Coolant Type gpm coolant cfm air through radiator Btu per hr of heat exchange based on optimum coolant temperature to and from engine
Engine-Generator Set Emissions Data
Exhaust Temperature Degrees F at full load
Weight of Exhaust Gas lb per hr at full load
Weight of Intake Air lb per hr at full load
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ENGINE-GENERATOR PARAMETER SCHEDULE
Total Heat Rejected Btu per hr, at full load to:
Jacket Coolant System Fuel Oil Cooling System
Emissions lb per hr , at full load Total Suspended Particulate Particulate Matter with an average aerodynamic diameter of 10 microns Sulfur Dioxides Nitrogen Oxides (as NO2) Carbon Monoxide Volatile Organic Compounds
Visible Emissions Percent opacity at full load
Brake Mean Effective Pressure (BMEP) Calculations
Calculation must verify that the engine meets the specified maximum BMEP, as follows:
BMEP psi = (120,000 X bkW) X (792,000 X bhp) (rpm X cu. in. )
Where:
bkW bhp = bkW' + bkW" bhp' + bhp" bkW" bhp" is the Brake kW horsepower required by engine driven fan for cooling radiator or motor driven fan for cooling radiator.
bkW' bhp' = kW/GEN.EFF. kW/(GEN.EFF. times 0.746) GEN.EFF. = Generator efficiency
cu. in. = Total engine piston displacement in cubic inches rpm = Engine revolutions per minute kW = Minimum power rating
Torsional Vibration Stress Analysis Computations
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ENGINE-GENERATOR PARAMETER SCHEDULE
Torsional vibrational stresses in the crankshaft and generator shaft of assembled engine and driven generator must not exceed 5000 psi when engine is driving generator at rated speed while assembled unit is loaded to rated engine-generator set power. Computations must be based on a mathematical model of the assembled generator set provided or based on calculations using measured values from tests on a unit identical to the one provided. Calculations based on models of, or measured data from, the unassembled engine and generator will not be acceptable.
Calculations must include:
a. A description of the system relating information pertinent to analysis such as operating speed range and identification plate data.
b. A mass elastic assembly drawing, showing the arrangement of the units in the generator set and dimensions of shafting, including minimum diameters (or section moduli) of shafting in the system.
c. A labeled line diagram of the mass elastic system indicating values of masses, stiffness, equivalent lengths, and equivalent diameters including basic assumptions and definition of terms.
d. Sample computations showing procedures used to obtain resulting stress values.
e. Computations indicating assembled engine-generator speed of 1800 rpm with assembly loaded to rated generator power and the resulting computed critical torsional stress values in the assembled engine crankshaft and generator shaft.
Turbocharger Load Calculations
NOTE: When the engine-generator set installation includes field installed exhaust system (i.e., the engine-generator set is installed internal to a building in lieu of in a self-contained outdoor enclosure), include the following paragraph.
When the proposed exhaust system layout is different from that shown on the contract drawings, submit calculations showing that the external loads from the exhaust system such as weight and thermal expansion do not exceed the engine manufacturer's maximum allowed forces and moments on the turbocharger.
2.1.2 Rated Output Capacity
Provide each engine-generator-set with power equal to the sum of service load plus the machine's efficiency loss and associated ancillary equipment loads. Rated output capacity must also consider engine and/or generator
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The engine must meet the specified maximum BMEP requirements at rated speed as calculated in accordance with the calculations in the engine-generator parameter schedule. The engine capacity must be based on the following:
a. Engine burning Natural Gas fuel conforming to MIL-DTL-16884 ASTM D975, Grade 2-D, or MIL-DTL-5624 , Grade JP-5 at an ambient temperature of 85 degrees F . For stationary engines operated in the United States, Natural Gas fuel requirements are found in 40 CFR 60 Subpart JJJJ.
b. Engine cooled by a radiator fan mechanically driven by the engine or remote with a motor driven fan.
c. Engine cooled by coolant mixture of water and ethylene glycol, 50 percent by volume of each.
2.1.2.1 Engine Emission Limits
Engine must be certified by the manufacturer to meet applicable EPA emission standards found in 40 CFR 60 Subpart JJJJ. A corresponding EPA Certificate-of-Conformity shall be included with the purchased generator.
In addition, engine must meet any applicable state or local emission requirements (ex: California SCAQMD).
2.1.2.2 Performance Class
The voltage and frequency behavior of the generator set must be in accordance with ISO 8528 operating limit values for performance Class G1.
2.1.3 Power Ratings
Power ratings must be in accordance with EGSA 101P.
2.1.4 Transient Response
The engine-generator set governor and voltage regulator must cause the engine-generator set to respond to the maximum step load changes such that output voltage and frequency recover to and stabilize within the operational bandwidth within the transient recovery time. The engine-generator set must respond to maximum step load changes such that the maximum voltage and frequency deviations from bandwidth are not exceeded.
2.1.5 Reliability and Durability
Provide prime engine-generator sets that have both an engine and a generator capable of delivering the specified power on a prime basis with an anticipated mean time between overhauls of not less than 10,000 hours operating with a 70 percent load factor. Cite two like engines and two like generators that have performed satisfactorily in a stationary power plant, independent from the physical location of the manufacturer's and assembler's facilities. The engine and generators should have been in operation for a minimum of 8000 actual hours at a minimum load of 70 percent of the rated output capacity. During two consecutive years of service, the units should not have experienced any failure resulting in a downtime in excess of 72 hours. Provide engines that are the same model, SECTION 26 32 15.00 Page 18 speed, bore, stroke, number and configuration of cylinders and rated output capacity. Provide generators that are the same model, speed, pitch, cooling, exciter, voltage regulator and rated output capacity.
Submit a reliability and durability certification letter from the manufacturer and assembler to prove that existing facilities are and have been successfully utilizing the same components proposed to meet this specification, in similar service. Certification may be based on components, i.e. engines used with different models of generators and generators used with different engines, and does not exclude annual technological improvements made by a manufacturer in the basic standard-model component on which experience was obtained, provided parts interchangeability has not been substantially affected and the current standard model meets the performance requirements specified. Provide a list with the name of the installations, completion dates, and name and telephone number of a point of contact.
2.1.6 Engine-Generator Set Enclosure
Provide engine-generator set enclosures that are corrosion resistant and fully weather resistant. The enclosure must contain all set components and provide ventilation to permit operation at Service Load under secured conditions. Provide access doors to controls and equipment requiring periodic maintenance or adjustment. Provide removable panels for access to components requiring periodic replacement. The enclosure must be capable of being removed without disassembly of the engine-generator set or removal of components other than the exhaust system. The enclosure must reduce the noise of the generator set to within the limits specified in the paragraph SOUND LIMITATIONS.
2.1.7 Vibration Isolation
Provide an engine-generator set with a vibration isolation system in accordance with the manufacturer's standard recommendation. Submit vibration isolation system performance data for the range of frequencies generated by the engine-generator set during operation from no load to full load and the maximum vibration transmitted to the floor plus description of seismic qualification of the engine-generator mounting, base, and vibration isolation. Submit torsional analysis including prototype testing or and calculations which certify and demonstrate that no damaging or dangerous torsional vibrations will occur when the prime mover is connected to the generator, at synchronous speeds, plus 10 percent. Design and qualify vibration isolation systems as an integral part of the base and mounting system in accordance with the seismic parameters specified. Where the vibration isolation system does not secure the base to the structure floor or unit foundation, provide seismic restraints in accordance with the seismic parameters specified.
2.1.8 Starting Time Requirements
Upon receipt of a signal to start, each engine generator set will start, reach rated frequency and voltage and be ready to assume load within the time specified. For standby sets used in emergency power applications, each engine generator set will start, reach rated frequency and voltage, and power will be supplied to the load terminals of the automatic transfer switch within the starting time specified.
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2.2 NAMEPLATES
Provide the manufacturer's name, type or style, model or serial number and rating on a plate secured to the equipment for each major component of this specification. Provide plates and tags sized so that inscription is readily legible to operating or maintenance personnel and securely mounted to or attached in proximity of their identified controls or equipment.
Lettering must be normal block lettering, a minimum of 0.25 inch high. As a minimum, provide nameplates for:
Engines Relays
Generators Transformers (CT & PT)
Regulators Day tanks
Pumps and pump motors Governors
Generator Breaker Air Starting System
Economizers Heat exchangers (other than base mounted)
Where the following equipment is not provided as a standard component by the engine generator set manufacturer, the nameplate information may be provided in the maintenance manual in lieu of nameplates.
Battery charger Heaters
Switchboards Exhaust mufflers
Switchgear Silencers
Battery Exciters
2.2.1 Materials
Construct ID plates and tags of 16 gage minimum thickness bronze or stainless steel sheet metal engraved or stamped with inscription.
Construct plates and tags not exposed to the weather or high operational temperature of the engine of laminated plastic, 0.125 inch thick, matte white finish with black center core, with lettering accurately aligned and engraved into the core.
2.2.2 Control Devices and Operation Indicators
Provide ID plates or tags for control devices and operation indicators, including valves, off-on switches, visual alarm annunciators, gages and thermometers, that are required for operation and maintenance of provided mechanical systems. Plates or tags must be minimum of 0.5 inch high and 2 inches long and must indicate component system and component function.
2.2.3 Equipment
Provide ID plates of a minimum size of high and 5 inches long on provided equipment indicating the following information:
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a. Manufacturer's name, address, type and model number, serial number, and certificate of compliance with applicable EPA mission standards;
b. Contract number and accepted date;
c. Capacity or size;
d. System in which installed; and
e. System which it controls.
2.3 SAFETY DEVICES
Exposed moving parts, parts that produce high operating temperatures, parts which may be electrically energized, and parts that may be a hazard to operating personnel must be insulated, fully enclosed, guarded, or fitted with other types of safety devices. Install safety devices such that proper operation of the equipment is not impaired.
2.4 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
Submit certification stating that where materials or equipment are specified to comply with requirements of UL, written proof of such compliance has been obtained. The label or listing of the specified agency, or a written certificate from an approved, nationally recognized testing organization equipped to perform such services, stating that the items have been tested and conform to the requirements and testing methods of the specified agency are acceptable as proof.
2.4.1 Circuit Breakers, Low Voltage
UL 489 .
2.4.2 Filter Elements
Provide the manufacturer's standard fuel-oil, lubricating-oil, and combustion-air filter elements.
2.4.3 Instrument Transformers
NEMA/ANSI C12.11 .
2.4.4 Revenue Metering
IEEE C57.13 .
2.4.5 Pipe (Fuel/Lube-Oil, Compressed Air, Coolant, and Exhaust)
ASTM A53/A53M, or ASTM A106/A106M steel pipe. Pipe smaller than 2 inches must be Schedule 80. Pipe 2 inches and larger must be Schedule 40.
2.4.5.1 Flanges and Flanged Fittings
ASTM A181/A181M , Class 60, or ASME B16.5 , Grade 1, Class 150.
2.4.5.2 Pipe Welding Fittings
ASTM A234/A234M , Grade WPB or WPC, Class 150 or ASME B16.11 , 3000 lb .
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2.4.5.3 Threaded Fittings
ASME B16.3 , Class 150.
2.4.5.4 Valves
MSS SP-80 , Class 150.
2.4.5.5 Gaskets
Manufacturer's standard.
2.4.6 Pipe Hangers
MSS SP-58 .
2.4.7 Electrical Enclosures
NEMA ICS 6 .
2.4.7.1 Switchboards
NEMA PB 2.
2.4.7.2 Panelboards
NEMA PB 1.
2.4.8 Electric Motors
Provide electric motors that conform to the requirements of NEMA MG 1.
Motors must have sealed ball bearings and a maximum speed of 1800 rpm.
Motors used indoors must have drip-proof frames; enclose those that are used outside. Alternating current motors larger than 1/2 Hp must be of the squirrel-cage induction type for operation on 208 volts or higher, 60 Hz, and three-phase power. Alternating current motors 1/2 Hp or smaller, must be suitable for operation on 120 volts, 60 Hz, and single-phase power.
2.4.9 Motor Controllers
Provide motor controllers and starters that conform to the requirements of NFPA 70 and NEMA ICS 2 .
2.5 ENGINE
Each engine must operate on Natural Gas conforming to ASTM D975, must be designed for stationary applications and must be complete with ancillaries. The engine must be a standard production model shown in the manufacturer's catalog describing and depicting each engine-generator set and all ancillary equipment in sufficient detail to demonstrate complete specification compliance. The engine must be naturally aspirated, supercharged, or turbocharged. The engine must be 2- or 4-stroke-cycle and compression-ignition type. The engine must be vertical in-line, V- or opposed-piston type, with a solid cast block or individually cast cylinders. The engine must have a minimum of two cylinders.
Opposed-piston type engines must have more than four cylinders. Each block must have a coolant drain port. Equip each engine with an over-speed sensor.
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ISO 3046 . Natural Gas engines must be four-cycle naturally aspirated, or turbocharged, or turbocharged and intercooled; vertical in-line or vertical Vee type; designed for stationary service. Engines must be capable of immediate acceleration from rest to normal speed without intermediate idle/warm up period or pre-lubrication to provide essential electrical power. Two-cycle engines are not acceptable.
2.5.1 Sub-base Mounting
Mount each engine-generator set on a structural steel sub-base sized to support the engine, generator, and necessary accessories, auxiliaries and control equipment to produce a complete self-contained unit as standard with the manufacturer. Design the structural sub-base to properly support the equipment and maintain proper alignment of the engine-generator set in the specified seismic zone. In addition, provide sub-base with both lifting rings and jacking pads properly located to facilitate shipping and installation of the unit. Factory align engine and generator on the sub-base and securely bolt into place in accordance with the manufacturer's standard practice. Crankshaft must have rigid coupling for connection to the generator.
2.5.2 Assembly
Completely shop assemble each engine-generator set on its structural steel sub-base. Paint entire unit with manufacturer's standard paints and colors. After factory tests and before shipping, thoroughly clean and retouch painting as necessary to provide complete protection.
2.5.3 Turbocharger
If required by the manufacturer to meet the engine-generator set rating, provide turbine type driven by exhaust gas from engine cylinders, and direct connected to the blower supplying air to the engine intake manifold.
2.5.4 Intercooler
Provide manufacturer's standard intercooler for engine size specified.
2.5.5 Miscellaneous Engine Accessories
Provide the following engine accessories where the manufacturer's standard design permits:
a. Piping on engine to inlet and outlet connections, including nonstandard companion flanges.
b. Structural steel sub-base and vibration isolators, foundation bolts, nuts, and pipe sleeves.
c. Level jack screws or shims, as required.
d. Rails, chocks, and shims for installation of sub-base on the foundation.
e. Removable guard, around fan. Support guard, on engine sub-base, to suit manufacturer's standard.
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2.5.6 Intercooler
Provide manufacturer's standard intercooler for engine size specified.
2.6 FUEL SYSTEM
Provide Natural Gas fuel system conforming to the requirements of NFPA 30 and NFPA 37 .
2.7 LUBRICATION
Provide engine with a separate lube-oil system conforming to NFPA 30 and NFPA 37 . Pressurize each system by engine-driven pumps. Regulate system pressure as recommended by the engine manufacturer.
2.7.1 Lube-Oil Filter
Provide one full-flow filter for each pump. The filter must be readily accessible and capable of being changed without disconnecting the piping or disturbing other components. Mark inlet and outlet connections.
2.7.2 Lube-Oil Sensors
Equip each engine with lube-oil pressure sensors located downstream of the filters and provide signals for required indication and alarms. Submit two complete sets of filters, required for maintenance, supplied in a suitable storage box. Provide these filters in addition to filters replaced after testing.
2.7.3 Precirculation Pump
Provide a motor-driven precirculation pump powered by the station battery, complete with motor starter, if recommended by the engine manufacturer.
2.8 COOLING SYSTEM
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