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W22W9K11944598
AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT
Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.
15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)
30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30
APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84
STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA
FAR (48 CFR) 53.243
Solicitation W912QR23R0041 for the Renovation of Hangar 750 located at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida is hereby amended as follows:
See Continuation Page.
1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES
1 2
16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)
16C. DATE SIGNED
BY
16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR
(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)
8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W912QR23R0041
X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)
13-Jun-2023
10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)
9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.
11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS
X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.
Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:
(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;
or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN
REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.
12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)
13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.
IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.
A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE
CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.
B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).
C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:
D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)
E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.
14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)
10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.
2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.
5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)
6. ISSUED BY
3. EFFECTIVE DATE
04-Aug-2023
CODE
U. S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, LOUISVILLE
600 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PLACE
ROOM 821
LOUISVILLE KY 40202-2239
W912QR 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)
4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.
CODE
See Item 6
FACILITY CODECODE
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W912QR23R0041_Specs-0002
W912QR23R0041
SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
SECTION 00 10 00 - SOLICITATION
The required response date/time has changed from 10-Aug-2023 01:00 PM to 14-Aug-2023 01:00 PM.
The following have been added by full text:
AMDT 0002 CONTINUATION SHEET
a. The following PLAN SHEETS have been replaced in their entirety:
PLAN SHEET AF001 Finish Materials List PLAN SHEET M-601 Mechanical Schedules PLAN SHEET ED101 1st Floor Demolition Plan PLAN SHEET EP101 First Floor Electrical Power Plan -Area A & Area B PLAN SHEET EP102 First Floor Electrical Power Plan -Area C PLAN SHEET EP202 First Floor Mechanical Power Plan -Area C PLAN SHEET EP203 First Floor Mechanical Power Plan -Area D PLAN SHEET EP401 Partial First Floor Electrical Power Plans PLAN SHEET E-501 Electrical Details PLAN SHEET E-601 Electrical Single Line Diagram – New Work PLAN SHEET E-606 Electrical Panel Schedules PLAN SHEET T-001 Symbols Abbreviations and General Notes PLAN SHEET T-401 Partial Telecommunications Plans PLAN SHEET T-601 Telecommunications Riser Diagram
b. The following SPECIFICATION SECTIONS have been revised:
08 60 45 Translucent Panels (Bid Option 2) 23 65 00 Cooling Towers
c. The following SPECIFICATION SECTIONS have been deleted in their entirety:
26 35 43 400-Hertz (Hz) Solid State Frequency Converter
d. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
(End of Summary of Changes)
P2# 485805 RENOVATE HANGAR 750 FOR 920 RQW
PATRICK SPACE FORCE BASE, FLORIDA
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 00 00 ADDITIONAL SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
01 14 00 WORK RESTRICTIONS
01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
01 32 01.00 06 PROJECT SCHEDULE
01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
01 33 29.00 06 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING
01 35 26.00 06 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
01 42 00 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS
01 45 00.15 10 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE (RMS CM)
01 45 04.10 06 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL
01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
01 46 00.00 06 TOTAL BUILDING COMMISSIONING
01 50 00 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
01 52 00.00 06 TEMPORARY CUSTOMER FACILITY
01 57 19.00 06 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS AND PERMITS
01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL
01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS
02 41 00 DEMOLITION
02 82 00 ASBESTOS REMEDIATION
02 83 00 LEAD REMEDIATION
02 84 33 REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBs)
02 85 00 MOLD REMEDIATION
DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE
03 01 00 REHABILITATION OF CONCRETE
03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
03 35 00 CONCRETE FINISHING
DIVISION 04 - MASONRY
04 20 00 UNIT MASONRY
DIVISION 05 - METALS
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 52 00 METAL RAILINGS
DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES
06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY
06 20 00 FINISH CARPENTRY
06 41 16.00 10 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS
06 61 16 SOLID SURFACING FABRICATIONS
DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
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CERTIFIED FINAL AMENDMENT 0002
07 11 13 BITUMINOUS DAMPPROOFING
07 17 00 BENTONITE WATERPROOFING
07 21 13 BOARD AND BLOCK INSULATION
07 21 16 MINERAL FIBER BLANKET INSULATION
07 22 00 ROOF AND DECK INSULATION
07 27 19.01 SELF-ADHERING AIR BARRIERS
07 27 26 FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR BARRIER
07 42 13 METAL WALL PANELS
07 42 13.01 METAL SOFFIT PANELS
07 52 00 MODIFIED BITUMINOUS MEMBRANE ROOFING
07 60 00 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL
07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING
07 91 00 PREFORMED JOINT SEALS
07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS
07 95 00 EXPANSION CONTROL
DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS
08 11 13 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES
08 11 16 ALUMINUM DOORS AND FRAMES
08 14 00 WOOD DOORS
08 31 00 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS
08 33 23 OVERHEAD COILING DOORS
08 34 16.10 HORIZONTAL ROLLING STEEL DOORS (Bid Option 2)
08 41 13 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS
08 60 45 TRANSLUCENT PANELS (Bid Option 2)
08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE
08 81 00 GLAZING
DIVISION 09 - FINISHES
09 06 00 SCHEDULES FOR FINISHES
09 22 00 SUPPORTS FOR PLASTER AND GYPSUM BOARD
09 24 23 CEMENT STUCCO
09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD
09 30 10 CERAMIC, QUARRY, AND GLASS TILING
09 51 00 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS
09 65 00 RESILIENT FLOORING
09 68 00 CARPETING
09 77 20 DECORATIVE FIBERGLASS REINFORCED WALL PANELS
09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS
DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES
10 14 00.10 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 14 00.20 INTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 21 13 TOILET COMPARTMENTS
10 26 00 WALL PROTECTION
10 28 13 TOILET ACCESSORIES
10 44 16 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
10 51 13 METAL LOCKERS
10 81 13 BIRD BARRIER NETTING
DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS
12 24 13 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES
DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING EQUIPMENT
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14 21 23 MACHINE ROOM-LESS ELECTRIC TRACTION PASSENGER ELEVATORS
DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION
21 13 13 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, FIRE PROTECTION
DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING
22 00 00 PLUMBING, GENERAL PURPOSE
DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
23 03 00.00 20 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS
23 05 48.19 BRACING FOR HVAC
23 05 93.00 06 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING (TAB) OF 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 23.01 LONWORKS DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL FOR HVAC AND OTHER
BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMS
23 11 20 FACILITY GAS PIPING
23 30 00 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION
23 52 00 HEATING BOILERS
23 64 10 WATER CHILLERS, VAPOR COMPRESSION TYPE
23 64 26 CHILLED AND CONDENSER WATER PIPING SYSTEMS
23 65 00 COOLING TOWERS
23 81 00 DECENTRALIZED UNITARY HVAC EQUIPMENT
23 82 19.00 40 FAN COIL UNITS
DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION
25 05 11 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS
25 05 11.01 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS
(MECHANICAL BACS)
25 05 11.02 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS (FIRE
PROTECTION)
25 05 11.03 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS
(LIGHTING)
25 08 10 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM TESTING
25 10 10 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (UMCS) FRONT END
AND INTEGRATION
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
26 28 01.00 10 COORDINATED POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION
26 41 00 LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING
26 56 00 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS
27 10 00 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM
27 51 16 PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM,
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3
ADDRESSABLE
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
31 00 00.00 06 EARTHWORK
DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
32 01 19.61 SEALING OF JOINTS IN RIGID PAVEMENT
32 11 23 AGGREGATE BASE COURSE
32 12 13 BITUMINOUS TACK AND PRIME COATS
32 12 16.16 ROAD-MIX ASPHALT PAVING
32 13 14.13 CONCRETE PAVING FOR AIRFIELDS AND OTHER HEAVY DUTY
PAVEMENTS
32 13 73.00 06 COMPRESSION JOINT SEALS FOR CONCRETE PAVEMENTS
32 16 19 CONCRETE CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS
32 17 23 PAVEMENT MARKINGS
32 31 13 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES
32 92 19 SEEDING
32 92 23 SODDING
DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES
33 11 00 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING
33 30 00 SANITARY SEWERAGE
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PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 4
SECTION 08 60 45
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (Bid Option 2) 08/20
Amendment 0002
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
Provide commercially available translucent wall panel systems, miscellaneous framing members, connections, and supporting structural elements which satisfy all requirements contained in this section and have been verified by load testing and independent design analyses to meet specified design requirements. Provide UV-stabilized, shatterproof and energy efficient light transmitting plastics. Systems must meet requirements of UFC 4-010-01 .
1.2 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
AMERICAN ARCHITECTURAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (AAMA)
AAMA 1503 (2009) Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors and Glazed Wall Sections
AAMA 2605 (2020) Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 (2017) North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for Windows, Doors, and Skylights
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM C297/C297M (2016) Flatwise Tensile Strength of Sandwich Constructions
ASTM D572 (2004; R 2019) Rubber Deterioration by Heat and Oxygen
ASTM D1002 (2010; R 2019) Apparent Shear Strength of Single-Lap-Joint Adhesively Bonded Metal Specimens by Tension Loading (Metal-to-Metal)
ASTM D1003 (2013) Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics
ASTM D1037 (2012) Evaluating Properties of Wood-Base Fiber and Particle Panel Materials
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ASTM D2244 (2016) Standard Practice for Calculation of Color Tolerances and Color Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color Coordinates
ASTM D3841 (2016) Standard Specification for Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polyester Plastic Panels
ASTM E72 (2022) Conducting Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction
ASTM E283 (2019) Standard Test Method for Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen
ASTM E331 (2000; R 2016) Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
ASTM E661 (2022) Standard Test Method for Performance of Wood and Wood-Based Floor and Roof Sheathing Under Concentrated Static and Impact Loads
ASTM E695 (2022) Measuring Relative Resistance of Wall, Floor, and Roof Construction to Impact Loading
ICC EVALUATION SERVICE, INC. (ICC-ES)
ICC-ES AC04 (2012; R 2015) Acceptance Criteria for Sandwich Panels
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)
ICC IBC (2021) International Building Code
NATIONAL FENESTRATION RATING COUNCIL (NFRC)
NFRC 100 (2020) Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product U-Factors
NFRC 200 (2020) Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficient and Visible Transmittance at Normal Incidence
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)
UFC 4-010-01 (2018; with Change 2, 2022) DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings
U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)
29 CFR 1910.23 (Nov 2016) Ladders
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UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 972 (2006; Reprint Nov 2020) UL Standard for Safety Burglary Resisting Glazing Material Type
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.
Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Shop Drawings ; G
SD-03 Product Data
Translucent Panels ; G
Warranty
SD-06 Test Reports
Test Reports
SD-07 Certificates
Systems
Qualifications
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
a. Provide documentation of Qualifications for the following: The manufacturer is a company specializing in the manufacture of the specified products with a minimum of 10 years documented experience.
The installer has documented experience of 5 years minimum performing the work specified.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Provide factory assembled system modules to the greatest extent possible.
Ship panels to the jobsite in rugged shipping units, ready for erection.
Affix conspicuous decals on all units warning individuals against sitting or stepping on the units. Store panels as recommended by manufacturer, several inches above the ground, blocked and under cover to prevent warping. Deliver units in manufacturer's original containers, dry, undamaged, with seals and labels intact. Deliver, store and protect all products in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
1.6 WARRANTY
Provide the manufacturer's complete warranty for materials, workmanship, and installation. The warranty is for 5 years from the time of project completion and with no proration. The warranty must guarantee, but not be limited to, the following:
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a. In accordance with ASTM D2244, panels do not darken more than 3.0 Delta E units after 5 years of outdoor weathering in South Florida at 45 degrees facing south. Document compliance with this requirement in submitted Test Reports.
b. There is no delamination of the panel affecting appearance, performance, weatherability or structural integrity of the panels or the completed system.
c. There is no fiberbloom on the panel face.
d. Change in light transmission of no more than 6 percent in accordance with ASTM D1003, and in color (yellowing index) no more than 10 points in comparison to the original specified value over a 10 year period.
e. Provide a single source warranty for the glazing panels and the framing system. Third party warranty for the glazing panels will not be accepted.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 TRANSLUCENT PANELS
Fabricate panels of glass-fiber reinforced polyester panels conforming to the specified requirements and other appropriate lab test specified criteria. Submit certified Test Reports from independent testing laboratory for each type and class of panel system. Reports must verify that the material meets specified performance requirements. Previously completed test reports will be acceptable if they are current and indicative of products used on this project. Provide listing certificate certifying that the product complies with the safety standards of UFC 4-010-01 and ICC IBC . Size and color of panels as indicated.
2.2 GLASS-FIBER PANELS
Provide glass-fiber reinforced polyester panels conforming to ASTM D3841, Class A and to the requirements of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 .
2.2.1 Weatherability
Provide the exposed faces of fiberglass sandwich type panels with a permanent glass veil erosion barrier embedded integrally to provide maximum long term resistance to reinforcing fiber exposure. The exterior face sheet must be uniform in strength and resistant to penetration by pencil point.
2.2.2 Non Combustible Grid Core
Use 6063-T6 aluminum I-beams with provisions for mechanical interlocking of muntin-mullion and perimeter to prevent high and low intersections which do not allow full bonding surface to contact with face material.
I-beam width no less than 7/16 inch . Machine I-beam grid to tolerances of not greater than plus or minus 0.002 inch for flat panels. Panels must withstand 1200 degrees F fire for a minimum of one hour without collapse or exterior flaming.
2.2.3 Adhesive
Use heat and pressure resin-type laminate adhesive engineered for
SECTION 08 60 45 Page 4 structural sandwich panel use; which passes testing requirements specified by the International Conference of Building Officials' "Acceptance Criteria for Sandwich Panel Adhesive". Provide with the following minimum strength:
a. Tensile Strength of 750 psi in accordance with ASTM C297/C297M after two exposures to six cycles each of the aging conditions prescribed in
ASTM D1037.
b. Shear Strength, after exposure to five separate aging conditions in accordance with ASTM D1002:
(1) 540 psi at 50 percent relative humidity and 73 degrees F .
(2) 800 psi under accelerated aging in accordance with ASTM D1037 at room temperature.
(3) 250 psi under accelerated aging in accordance with ASTM D1037 at 182 degrees F .
(4) 1400 psi after 500 hour Oxygen Bomb in accordance with ASTM D572.
(5) 100 psi at 182 degrees F .
2.2.4 Panel Construction
Provide panels consisting of fiberglass faces laminated to an aluminum I-beam grid core and deflecting no more than 1.9 inches at 30 psf in 10 feet in accordance with ASTM E72, without a supporting frame. Include manufacturing facilities, sandwich panel components and production sandwich panels in the quality control inspections and required testing, conducted at least once each year, for conformance with ICC-ES AC04 or equivalent.
2.3 COMMON PANEL REQUIREMENTS
2.3.1 Appearance
Provide face sheets uniform in color to prevent splotchy appearance and completely free of ridges and wrinkles which prevent proper surface contact. Clusters of air bubbles/pinholes which collect moisture and dirt are not acceptable.
2.3.2 Panel Fabrication
Panel construction must meet the following requirements:
AMENDMENT 0002***********************************************************************
a. Light transmission 16 percent; color white /white.
b. Assembled panel thickness as required to meet performance specifications. .
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c. Grid size as indicated. Square pattern as indicated (to match existing).
2.3.3 Thermal Performance
Provide translucent panel system (including frames and glass) certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council with a whole-unit Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) maximum of 0.65 determined according to NFRC 200 procedures and a U-factor maximum of 0.29 Btu/hr-ft2-F in accordance with
NFRC 100.
2.3.4 Condensation Index Rating
The condensation index rating for the thermally broken panels must be 80 as determined using National Fenestration Rating Council approved software THERM and AAMA 1503.
2.4 TRANSLUCENT PANEL SYSTEMS
Submit manufacturer's certificate that the systems meet or exceed specified requirements. Provide systems evaluated and listed (the whole translucent panel as a unit, not just a glazing material in the unit) by the recognized building code authorities: ICC and SBCCI-Public Safety Testing and Evaluation Services Inc. Product ratings determined using NFRC 100 and NFRC 200 must be authorized for certification and properly labeled by the manufacturer. Provide translucent panel systems meeting the following requirements:
a. Integral perimeter framing system assembly by the manufacturer.
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b. Exterior panel faces white in color. Interior panel faces white in color.
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c. Air infiltration at 1.57 psf less than 0.04 cfm/ft 2 and at 6.24 psf less than 0.07 cfm/ft 2 in accordance with ASTM E283.
d. Water penetration at test pressure of 15 psf equals zero in accordance with ASTM E331.
e. Manufacturer is responsible for maximum system deflection, in accordance with the applicable building code, and without damage to system performance. Calculate deflection in accordance with engineering principles.
f. Incorporate weepage elements within the perimeter framework of the glazing system for drainage of any condensation or water penetration.
g. System must accommodate movement within the system; movement between the system and perimeter framing components; dynamic loading and release of loads; and deflection of supporting members. Achieve this without damage to system or components, deterioration of weather seals and fenestration properties specified.
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CERTIFIED FINAL AMENDMENT 0002
AMENDMENT 0001***********************************************************************
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h. The exterior panel face must repel an impact of 70 foot-pounds without fracture or tear when impacted by a 3.25 inch diameter, 5 pound free falling ball dropped per UL 972 .
i. Provide system meeting the fall through requirements of 29 CFR 1910.23 as demonstrated by testing in accordance with ASTM E661 or ASTM E695, thereby not requiring supplemental screens or railings.
j. Exposed aluminum color will be selected from the manufacturer's standard range. Provide corrosion resistant superior-performance organic finish in accordance with AAMA 2605 with total dry film thickness of not less than 1.2 mils .
k. Provide a system requiring no scheduled recoating to maintain its performance or for UV resistance.
l. Design criteria:
(1) Wind Speed: 120 mph.
m. Use 6063-T6 and 6063-T5 extruded aluminum; all fasteners of stainless steel.
2.4.1 Translucent Panels
Contract drawings show general assembly details. Comply with design intent and performance requirements. Contractor shall design and provide any miscellaneous framing members and connections not shown in the drawings. A registered professional engineer must size all framing members and design all structural connections; submit a copy of the calculations.
2.5 FLEXIBLE SEALING TAPE
Provide manufacturer's standard pre-applied sealing tape to closure system at the factory under controlled conditions.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
Field verify all submitted opening sizes, dimensions and tolerances;
preparation of openings includes isolating dissimilar materials from aluminum system to avoid damage by electrolysis. The installer must examine area of installation to verify readiness of site conditions and to notify the Contractor about any defects requiring correction. Verify when structural support is ready to receive all specified work and to convene a pre-installation conference, if approved by the Contracting Officer, including the Contractor, installer and all parties directly affecting and affected by the specified work. Do not install any materials that show visual evidence of biological growth due to the presence of moisture. Do not commence work until conditions are satisfactory.
3.2 ERECTION
Erect translucent panel system in accordance with the approved shop drawings supplied by the manufacturer. Submit drawings showing
SECTION 08 60 45 Page 7 fabrication details, materials, dimensions, installation methods, anchors, and relationship to adjacent construction. Install miscellaneous framing, purlins, girts, angles, furring and anchorage to meet translucent panel manufacturer's engineer calculations and performance requirements. Fasten and seal in accordance with the manufacturer's shop drawings. Install panels, after other trades have completed work on adjacent materials.
Carefully inspect and adjust panel installation as necessary to ensure proper installation and weather-tight conditions. Provide all staging, lifts and hoists required for the complete installation and field measuring. Install system clean of dirt, debris or staining and thoroughly examined for removal of all protective material prior to final inspection of the designated work area.
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SECTION 08 60 45 Page 8
SECTION 23 65 00
COOLING TOWERS
11/16, CHG 2: 08/18
Amendment 0002
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.
ACOUSTICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA (ASA)
ASA S1.13 (2005; R 2010) Methods for the Measurement of Sound Pressure Levels in Air (ASA 118)
AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)
AWS Z49.1 (2021) Safety in Welding and Cutting and Allied Processes
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM A48/A48M (2003; R 2021) Standard Specification for Gray Iron Castings
ASTM A153/A153M (2016a) Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware
ASTM B117 (2019) Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
ASTM C67/C67M (2021) Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Brick and Structural Clay Tile
ASTM D520 (2000; R 2011) Zinc Dust Pigment
ASTM D2996 (2017) Standard Specification for Filament-Wound "Fiberglass" (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermosetting-Resin) Pipe
ASTM E84 (2020) Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
COOLING TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE (CTI)
CTI ATC-105 (2000) Acceptance Test Code
CTI Std-137 (2017) Fiberglass Pultruded Structural Products for Use in Cooling Towers
CTI Std-201 (2011) Standard for the Certification of
SECTION 23 65 00 Page 1
Water Cooling Tower Thermal Performance
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)
NEMA MG 1 (2021) Motors and Generators
NEMA MG 11 (1977; R 2012) Energy Management Guide for Selection and Use of Single Phase Motors
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 70 (2023) National Electrical Code
NFPA 214 (2021) Standard on Water-Cooling Towers
SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS INTERNATIONAL (SAE)
SAE J534 (2021) Lubrication Fittings
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 723 (2018) UL Standard for Safety Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
1.2 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for Contractor Quality Control approval.for information only. When used, a code following the "G" classification identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-03 Product Data
Cooling Towers; G
Demonstrations; G
Verification of Dimensions; G
SD-06 Test Reports
Packaged Cooling Tower - Installation Instructions; G
Packaged Cooling Tower - Field Acceptance Test Plan; G
Packaged Cooling Tower - Field Acceptance Test Report; G
SD-07 Certificates
Service Organization
Cooling Tower
Remote Evaporatively-Cooled Condensers
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SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions
Packaged Cooling Tower - Installation Instructions
Remote Evaporatively-Cooled Condensers
SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Operation and Maintenance Manuals
Remote Evaporatively-Cooled Condensers
1.3 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Exposed moving parts, parts that produce high operating temperature, 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. Safety devices must be installed so that proper operation of equipment is not impaired. Welding and cutting safety requirements must be in accordance with AWS Z49.1. Catwalk, ladder, and guardrail must be provided where indicated and in accordance with Section 05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS.
1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Stored items must be protected from the weather, humidity and temperature variations, dirt and dust, or other contaminants. Proper protection and care of all material both before and during installation shall be the Contractor's responsibility. Any materials found to be damaged shall be replaced at the Contractor's expense. During installation, piping and similar openings must be capped to keep out dirt and other foreign matter.
1.5 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS
1.5.1 Verification of Dimensions
The Contractor shall become familiar with all details of the work, verify all dimensions in the field, and advise the Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing any work.
1.5.2 Drawings
Because of the small scale of the drawings, it is not possible to indicate all offsets, fittings, and accessories that may be required. The Contractor must carefully investigate the plumbing, fire protection, electrical, structural and finish conditions that would affect the work to be performed and must arrange such work accordingly, furnishing required offsets, fittings, and accessories to meet such conditions.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 STANDARD COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
Materials and equipment must be standard commercial catalogued products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacturing of such products, which are of a similar material, design and workmanship. The standard products must have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use in field service for two years prior to bid opening. The two year use must include applications of equipment and materials under similar
SECTION 23 65 00 Page 3 circumstances and of similar size. Products having less than a two year field service record will be acceptable if a certified record of satisfactory field operation, for not less than 6000 hours exclusive of the manufacturer's factory tests, can be shown. This 6000 hour record must not include any manufacturer's prototype or factory testing. Records of satisfactory field use must be completed by a product that had been, and presently is, sold, or offered for sale on a commercial market through the following copyrighted means: advertisements, manufacturer's catalogs, or brochures. Products must be supported by a service organization.
System components must be environmentally suitable for the indicated locations.
2.2 MANUFACTURER'S STANDARD NAMEPLATES
Major equipment including cooling towers, cooling tower gear drive assemblies, fans, and motors must have the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, model or serial number, and catalog number on a plate secured to the item of equipment. Plates must be durable and legible throughout equipment life. Plates must be fixed in prominent locations.
2.3 ELECTRICAL WORK
a. Provide motors, controllers, integral disconnects, contactors, and controls with their respective pieces of equipment, except controllers indicated as part of motor control centers. Provide electrical equipment, including motors and wiring, as specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Manual or automatic control and protective or signal devices required for the operation specified and control wiring required for controls and devices specified, but not shown, must be provided. For packaged equipment, the manufacturer must provide controllers including the required monitors and timed restart.
b. For single-phase motors, provide high-efficiency type, fractional-horsepower alternating-current motors, including motors that are part of a system, in accordance with NEMA MG 11.
c. For polyphase motors, provide squirrel-cage medium induction motors, including motors that are part of a system, and that meet the efficiency ratings for premium efficiency motors in accordance with
NEMA MG 1.
d. Provide motors in accordance with NEMA MG 1 and of sufficient size to drive the load at the specified capacity without exceeding the nameplate rating of the motor. Motors must be rated for continuous duty with the enclosure specified. Motor duty requirements must allow for maximum frequency start-stop operation and minimum encountered interval between start and stop. Motor torque must be capable of accelerating the connected load within 20 seconds with 80 percent of the rated voltage maintained at motor terminals during one starting period. Provide motor starters complete with thermal overload protection and other necessary appurtenances. Motor enclosure type may be either TEAO or TEFC.
e. Use adjustable frequency drives for all variable-speed motor applications.
f. Provide inverter duty premium efficiency motors for use with variable frequency drives.
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2.4 COOLING TOWER MATERIALS
2.4.1 Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
FRP components must be inert, corrosion resistant, and fire-retardant with a thickness of 12 ounces per square foot. FRP components must contain an ultraviolet (UV) ray inhibitor as per CTI Std-137, Grade 1 or 3.
Components manufactured of polystyrene will not be permitted.
2.4.2 Stainless Steel Components
Type 304.
2.4.3 Concrete
Concrete must conform to Section 03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE. Exposed concrete must be rub-finished for smooth and uniform surfaces free of form marks and defects. Honeycomb concrete will not be permitted.
2.4.4 Hardware
Bolts must be Type 304 stainless steel. Each bolt must be provided with neoprene and cadmium-plated steel washers under the heads. Nails must be stainless steel. Hardware must meet the salt-spray fog test as defined by ASTM B117. Angle brackets and similar parts must be zinc-coated steel.
Zinc coatings must conform to ASTM A153/A153M, as applicable, and must have an extra heavy coating of not less than 2.35 ounces per square foot of surface. Nails must be silicon bronze, commercial bronze, or stainless steel. Subject hardware to a salt-spray fog test in accordance with ASTM B117. No signs of corrosion must be evident after 1,000 hours continuous exposure to a 5 percent salt spray.
2.5 COOLING TOWERS
2.5.1 Factory Assembled Towers
2.5.1.1 Description
The cooling tower must be of the forced mechanical draft type. The cooling tower must include frames and casings, louvers, drift eliminators, partitions, windbreak baffles, drift-check walls, cold water basin equipment, fans and fan walls, blowers, drives, electric motors, access doors, working platforms, inspection plates, and panels.
2.5.1.2 Construction
Tower must be constructed to withstand a wind pressure of not less than 30 psf on any external surface. Fan deck must be constructed to withstand a live load of not less than 60 psf in addition to the concentrated or distributed loads of equipment mounted on the fan deck.
The hot water distribution system must be of the open basin gravity feed type or the pressurized spray header type design.
2.5.1.3 Tower Frame and Louvers
Provide frame constructed from Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP). Tower shall have integral leg stands. Intermediate structural members must be
SECTION 23 65 00 Page 5 provided for rigidity and support of casings, louvers, fill, distribution systems, fan decks, and other equipment. Inlet air louvers must permit free air passage but no splashout, and must be designed to prevent debris and sunlight from entering the cold water basin.
2.5.1.4 Fill
The fill must support expected loads without sag or failure and arranged to effectively break up the water. The fill must be manufactured and performance tested by the cooling tower manufacturer. The fill must be of the materials as specified. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) fill is suitable for inlet temperatures to 125 degrees F on cross flow type units and temperatures to 130 degrees F on counterflow type units. Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride(CPVC) fill must be used for applications where inlet temperatures are greater than 130 degrees F. Fill must be in accordance with ASTM E84, Class A.
2.5.1.5 Drift Eliminators
Provide drift eliminator sections designed and arranged to effectively trap water droplets entrained in the discharge airstream. Sections must be assembled in easily removable sections for counterflow induced mechanical draft tower. Drift eliminators must be constructed of Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) in accordance with ASTM E84, Class A.
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2.5.1.6 Cold Water Basin Equipment.
Include Type 316 stainless steel sump with stainless steel removable screen and vortex breaker, float valves, and necessary pipe connections and fittings within the tower. Provide float valves with adjustable arms. Valve sizes larger than 1/2 inch pipe size must be the balanced piston type. Valve seats and disks must be replaceable.
Provide cold water basins and casings suitably sealed and flashed at joints and connections to ensure watertight construction.
Provide factory calibrated liquid level sensor and associated controller in order to monitor/maintain basin water level and make-up water valve.
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2.5.1.6.1 Electric Basin Heater
Heater must be the electric immersion type with water-tight junction boxes mounted in the basin with sufficient capacity to maintain the basin water temperature above 55 degrees F at an ambient temperature of 40 degrees F.
Heater must be complete with control thermostat, transformer, contactor, and low water level heater protection.
2.5.1.7 Fans, Blowers, and Drives.
The towers must have axial propeller-type fans having not less than four aluminum alloy or glass-reinforced polypropylene blades or squirrel-cage, centrifugal-type blowers, as applicable. Fans and blowers must be designed and constructed to withstand 50 percent overspeed above normal maximum operating speeds.
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If belt drives are utilized, multi-grooved solid back single belt design must be used to avoid uneven belt stretch. Adjustment must be provided for belt tension and drive centers. Belt drives must be designed and constructed for 150 percent overload. Sheaves located in the airstream must be corrosion-resistant material. Shafting for gear drives must have flexible-type couplings requiring no lubrication. The gear assemblies must be enclosed in an oil filled housing provided with fill and drain plugs.
2.5.1.8 Tower Piping
Piping must be schedule 40 PVC and conform to ASTM D2996. Fittings for other piping materials must be of the same material or equal and of the same class and grade as the pipe.
2.5.1.9 Electric Motors
Requirements are specified in paragraph ELECTRICAL WORK.
2.5.1.10 Vibration Cutout Switch.
Provide mechanical vibration cutout switch in a protected position and most effective location, interlocked with the fan wiring to electrically open the motor circuit under excessive fan vibration.
2.5.1.11 Performance
The factory assembled tower must have Cooling Tower Institute certification that, in accordance with CTI Std-201, the cooling tower will perform thermally at the rating published by the tower manufacturer in his copyrighted literature.
2.5.1.12 Sound Power Level
Sound power levels, in decibels (dB)with a reference pressure of 0.0002 microbars, of the cooling tower must be not greater than the maximum permitted dB levels for the designated octave band as set forth in Table I or Table II. The sound power level data for the cooling tower must have been verified in tests conducted in accordance with ASA S1.13.
Table I. Sound Power Level For Induced Mechanical Draft Type
Octave Band (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
Sound Power Level (dB)
112 112 110 108 102 98 93 90
Table II. Sound Power Level For Forced Mechanical Draft Type
Octave Band (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
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Table II. Sound Power Level For Forced Mechanical Draft Type
Sound Power Level (dB)
112 112 110 108 102 98 93 90
2.5.1.13 Drift Loss
Drift loss must be not greater than 0.005 percent of the water circulated.
2.5.2 Lubrication
The lubricating points must be extended to the outside of the unit for easy accessibility. Hydraulic lubrication fittings must be in accordance with SAE J534. Where use of high pressure lubricating equipment, 1000 psi or higher, will damage grease seals or other parts, a suitable warning must be affixed to the equipment in a conspicuous location.
2.5.3 Factory Finish System
Equipment located in a sea coast environment must withstand 3,000 hours in a salt-spray fog test. Salt-spray fog test must be in accordance with ASTM B117. For salt-spray fog test, the acceptance criteria must be as follows: immediately after completion of the test, the paint must show no signs of blistering, wrinkling, or cracking, and no loss of adhesion; and the specimen must show no signs of rust creepage beyond 0.125 inch on either side of the scratch mark.
The film thickness of the factory painting system applied on the equipment must not be less than the film thickness used on the test specimen. If manufacturer's standard factory painting system is being proposed for use on surfaces subject to temperatures above 120 degrees F, the factory painting system must be designed for the temperature service and must have been proven to pass the specified salt-spray test.
2.5.4 Drift Eliminators
Eliminators must be provided in the tower outlet to limit drift loss to not over 0.005 percent of the circulating water rate. Eliminators must be constructed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Eliminators sections must be supported on PVC or FRP tee sections. Tee sections must be suspended with 1/4 inch brass rods connected to stainless steel clips embedded in the bottom side of the roof deck at the time of casting. Stainless steel clips must be supplied by cooling tower manufacturer for installation by Contractor at time of roof deck pour. Eliminators may be supported by brass or stainless steel suspension rods from the fan deck or supported directly on concrete beams.
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2.5.5 Cold Water Basin Equipment.
Include sump with removable screen and vortex breaker, float valves, and necessary pipe connections and fittings within the tower. Provide float valves with adjustable arms. Valve sizes larger than 1/2 inch pipe size must be the balanced piston type. Valve seats and disks must be replaceable.
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Provide cold water basins and casings suitably sealed and flashed at joints and connections to ensure watertight construction.
Provide factory calibrated liquid level sensor and associated controller in order to monitor/maintain basin water level and make-up water valve.
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2.5.6 Fill (Heat Transfer Surface)
Tower fill must be the film type. Fill material must be free to expand or contract without warping or cracking. No plasticized wood cellulose must be provided for fill material. Fill must be removable or otherwise made accessible for cleaning. Space supports must be corrosion resistant and must prevent warping, sagging, misalignment, or vibration of the fill material. Fill material and supports must be designed to provide for an even mixing of air and water. Fill material must be constructed of PVC formed sheets in a pattern, and of sufficient height to meet the performance specifications. Tile fill must be vitreous, with a low water absorption that will pass a freeze-thaw test conducted in accordance with ASTM C67/C67M. Tile fill must have a minimum crushing strength of 2,000 psi over the gross area of the tile when the load is applied parallel to the cells as tested in accordance with ASTM C67/C67M. Cast iron tee section lintels supporting the tile fill must conform to ASTM A48/A48M, Class 25, 1/8 inch additional thickness for corrosion. Lintels must be designed with a safety factor of 2 minimum.
2.5.7 Fire Safety
Towers must conform to NFPA 214. Fire hazard rating for plastic impregnated materials must not exceed 25. Plastics must not drip or run during combustion. Fire hazard ratings must be in accordance with ASTM E84, Class A and UL 723.
2.5.8 Meters and Controls
Tower must be provided with makeup and blowdown meters, conductivity controller, and overflow alarm.
2.6 FABRICATION
Equipment and component items, must have been proven to withstand 125 hours in a salt-spray fog test, except that equipment located outdoors must withstand 500 hours in a salt-spray fog test. Equipment located in a sea coast environment must withstand 3,000 hours in a salt-spray fog test. Salt-spray fog test must be in accordance with ASTM B117. Cut edges of galvanized surfaces where hot-dip galvanized sheet steel is used must be coated with a zinc-rich coating conforming to ASTM D520, Type I.
2.7 SUPPLEMENTAL COMPONENTS/SERVICES
2.7.1 Condenser Water Piping and Accessories
Condenser water piping and accessories must be provided and installed in accordance with Section 23 64 26 CHILLED AND CONDENSER WATER PIPING
SYSTEMS.
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2.7.2 Cooling Tower Water Treatment Systems
Cooling tower water treatment systems must be provided and installed in accordance with Section 23 64 26 CHILLED AND CONDENSER WATER PIPING
SYSTEMS.
2.7.3 Temperature Controls
Cooling towers must be fully coordinated with and integrated into the temperature control system specified in Section 23 09 00 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC and Section 23 09 23.01 LONWORKS DIRECT DIGITAL
CONTROL FOR HVAC AND OTHER BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMS .
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 DEMONSTRATIONS
Contractor must conduct a training course for the operating staff as designated by the Contracting Officer. The training period must consist of a total 16 hours of normal working time and start after the system is functionally completed but prior to final acceptance tests. The training course must cover all of the items contained in the approved Operation and Maintenance Manuals as well as demonstrations of routine maintenance operations.
Provide a schedule, at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the proposed training course, which identifies the date, time, and location for the training.
3.2 INSTALLATION
Installation of cooling tower systems including materials, installation, workmanship, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing must be in accordance with NFPA 70, and in compliance with the manufacturer's written installation instructions, including the following:
(1) Packaged cooling tower - installation instructions
3.2.1 Installation Instructions
Provide manufacturer's standard catalog data, at least 5 weeks prior to the purchase or installation of a particular component, highlighted to show features such as materials of construction, dimensions, options, performance and efficiency. Data must include manufacturer's recommended installation instructions and procedures. Data must be adequate to demonstrate compliance with contract requirements.
3.2.2 Vibration Isolation
If vibration isolation is specified for a unit, vibration isolator literature must be included containing catalog cuts and certification that the isolation characteristics of the isolators provided meet the manufacturer's recommendations.
3.2.3 Verification of Dimensions
Provide a letter including the date the site was visited, conformation of existing conditions, and any discrepancies found.
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3.2.4 Demonstrations
Provide a schedule, at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the proposed training course, which identifies the date, time, and location for the training.
3.2.5 Certificates
Where the system, components, or equipment are specified to comply with requirements of AGA, NFPA, ARI, ASHRAE, ASME, or UL, proof of such compliance must be provided. The label or listing of the specified agency must be acceptable evidence. In lieu of the label or listing, 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 may be submitted. When performance requirements of this project's drawings and specifications vary from standard ARI rating conditions, computer printouts, catalog, or other application data certified by ARI or a nationally recognized laboratory as described above must be included.
If ARI does not have a current certification program that encompasses such application data, the manufacturer may self certify that his application data complies with project performance requirements in accordance with the specified test standards.
3.2.6 Operation and Maintenance Manuals
Provide Six complete copies of an operation manual in bound 8 1/2 by 11 inch booklets listing step-by-step procedures required for system startup, operation, abnormal shutdown, emergency shutdown, and normal shutdown…
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