W912QR25RA036_Specs_Vol 3-0000.pdf

Solicitation For USARC - 81st RD - MCLB Albany, Georgia

P2: 481859

Design-Bid-Build

Specifications - Vol 3 of 3(Div 27-46) Certified Final Design

25 June 2025

W912QR25RA036

RRS-A: 200A Disposition: Maintain for 15 yrs after construction.

W912QR25RA036_Specs_Vol 3-0000

USARC - 81st RD - MCLB

Specifications (Vol. 3 of 3) Certified Final Submittal

Albany, GA

Contract Number: W912QR21D0023 | P2 Number: 481859

01 May 2025

300 West Vine Street, Suite 1500, Lexington, KY 40507 | 859.252.9980

Louisville District

2/16/2024

2/16/2024

2/16/24

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

VOLUME I OF III

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 80 00.00 06 04/21 SPECIAL PROVISIONS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 32 01.00 06 07/18 PROJECT SCHEDULE

01 33 00 08/18, CHG 4: 02/21 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 33 29.00 06 11/17 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING

01 35 26.00 06 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 42 00 02/19 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

01 45 00.15 10 11/16, CHG 2: 08/19 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR

MODE (RMS CM)

01 45 04.10 06 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

01 45 35 11/20 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

01 46 00.00 06 04/20 TOTAL BUILDING COMMISSIONING

01 50 00 11/20, CHG 2: 08/22 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND

CONTROLS

01 57 19.00 06 04/20 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS AND

PERMITS

01 74 19 02/19, CHG 3: 11/21 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND

DISPOSAL

01 78 23 08/15, CHG 2: 08/21 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

03 11 19.00 06 09/17 INSULATING CONCRETE FORM (ICF) SYSTEM

03 30 00 02/19, CHG 4: 08/22 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

04 20 00 11/15, CHG 2: 05/19 UNIT MASONRY

DIVISION 05 - METALS

05 05 20 05/22 POST-INSTALLED CONCRETE AND MASONRY

ANCHORS

05 12 00 08/18, CHG 2: 05/21 STRUCTURAL STEEL

05 21 00 05/15, CHG 1: 08/18 STEEL JOIST FRAMING

05 30 00 05/15, CHG 2: 08/18 STEEL DECKS

05 50 13 05/17, CHG 1: 08/18 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS

05 51 33 02/16, CHG 2: 02/18 METAL LADDERS

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 08/16, CHG 2: 11/18 ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 20 00 08/16, CHG 2: 11/18 FINISH CARPENTRY

06 41 16.00 10 08/10, CHG 1: 11/18 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL

CABINETS

06 61 16 08/20 SOLID SURFACING FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

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07 05 23 08/19 PRESSURE TESTING AN AIR BARRIER SYSTEM

FOR AIR TIGHTNESS

07 21 13 02/16, CHG 2: 08/20 BOARD AND BLOCK INSULATION

07 21 16 11/11, CHG 4: 08/18 MINERAL FIBER BLANKET INSULATION

07 22 00 02/16, CHG 3: 11/18 ROOF AND DECK INSULATION

07 27 10.00 10 08/19, CHG 1: 02/20 BUILDING AIR BARRIER SYSTEM

07 27 19.01 05/17, CHG 2: 08/20 SELF-ADHERING AIR BARRIERS

07 27 36 05/17, CHG 2: 08/20 SPRAY FOAM AIR BARRIERS

07 52 00.00 48 10/10 SBS-MODIFIED BITUMINOUS MEMBRANE

ROOFING SYSTEM

07 62 00.00 48 10/10 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

07 84 00 05/10, CHG 1: 08/13 FIRESTOPPING

07 92 00.00 48 10/10 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 08/20 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

08 11 16 05/17, CHG 2: 11/18 ALUMINUM DOORS AND FRAMES

08 14 00 08/16, CHG 1: 08/18 WOOD DOORS

08 31 00 05/17, CHG 1: 08/18 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS

08 33 13 05/09, CHG 2: 11/12 COILING COUNTER DOORS

08 33 23 08/20, CHG 1: 02/22 OVERHEAD COILING DOORS

08 34 59 08/08, CHG 1: 11/12 VAULT DOORS AND DAY GATES

08 51 14.00 48 03/06 ALUMINUM AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

ALUMINUM WINDOWS

08 71 00 02/16, CHG 4: 02/22 DOOR HARDWARE

08 81 00.00 48 09/06 GLAZING

08 91 00 08/20 METAL WALL LOUVERS

VOLUME II OF III

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

09 22 00 02/10, CHG 2: 08/18 SUPPORTS FOR PLASTER AND GYPSUM BOARD

09 29 00 08/16, CHG 4: 02/20 GYPSUM BOARD

09 30 10 08/20 CERAMIC, QUARRY, AND GLASS TILING

09 51 00 08/20 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS

09 62 80 04/23 STATIC-CONTROL FLOORING

09 65 00 08/10, CHG 3: 08/18 RESILIENT FLOORING

09 65 66 08/16, CHG 1: 08/18 RESILIENT ATHLETIC FLOORING

09 67 23.13 11/19 STANDARD RESINOUS FLOORING

09 68 00 11/17, CHG 2: 08/20 CARPETING

09 90 00 02/21 PAINTS AND COATINGS

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

10 11 00 08/20 VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS

10 14 00.10 08/17, CHG 1: 11/18 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE

10 14 00.20 08/20 INTERIOR SIGNAGE

10 21 13 08/20 TOILET COMPARTMENTS

10 22 13.00 48 01/11 WIRE MESH PARTITIONS

10 22 26.00 48 08/04 OPERABLE PARTITIONS

10 26 00 08/20 WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION

10 28 00.00 48 04/06 TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES

10 44 13.00 48 04/06 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND CABINETS

10 51 26.64 08/15 PLASTIC LOCKERS AND BENCHES

10 56 13.00 48 10/05 METAL STORAGE SHELVING

10 90 00.00 48 04/06 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALTIES (PARTIAL

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DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

11 46 01.00 48 12/09 KITCHEN EQUIPMENT

11 52 13.00 48 04/06 PROJECTION SCREENS

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

12 24 13 08/20 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES

12 48 13 08/17 ENTRANCE FLOOR MATS AND FRAMES

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 34 19 08/20, CHG 1: 02/21 METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS

DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 08/20 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, FIRE

PROTECTION

21 23 00.00 20 04/06 WET CHEMICAL FIRE EXTINGUISHING FOR

KITCHEN CABINET

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

22 00 00.00 48 2/07 PLUMBING, GENERAL PURPOSE

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 48.19 05/18, CHG 2: 08/20 BRACING FOR HVAC

23 05 93.00 06 08/16 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING

(TAB) OF HVAC

23 07 00 02/13, CHG 7: 05/20 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL

SYSTEMS

23 09 00 02/19, CHG 3: 05/21 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC

23 09 13 11/15, CHG 2: 05/21 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL DEVICES

FOR HVAC

23 09 23.01 02/19, CHG 1: 02/20 LONWORKS DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL FOR

HVAC AND OTHER BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMS

23 11 20 05/20 FACILITY GAS PIPING

23 23 00 08/21 REFRIGERANT PIPING

23 30 00 05/20, CHG 1: 02/22 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION

23 35 16.17 10 05/20 MECHANICAL ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEMS

23 52 00.00 48 04/06 WATER AND STEAM HEATING; OIL, GAS OR

BOTH; UP TO 20 MBTUH

23 54 16.00 48 04/06 HEATING SYSTEM; GAS-FIRED HEATERS

23 64 00.00 48 01/07 LIQUID CHILLERS

23 64 26.00 48 01/07 CHILLED, CHILLED-HOT, AND CONDENSER

WATER PIPING SYSTEMS

23 82 02.00 48 04/06 UNITARY HEATING AND COOLING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

25 05 11.01 05/21 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED

CONTROL SYSTEMS (HVAC)

25 05 11.02 05/21 CYBERSECURITY FOR FOR LOW IMPACT FIRE

ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS

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25 05 11.03 05/21 CYBERSECURITY FOR LOW-IMPACT PHYSICAL

ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS (PACS)

25 08 10 05/21 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM

TESTING

25 10 10 02/19, CHG 1: 05/21 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM

(UMCS) FRONT END AND INTEGRATION

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 05 48.00 10 10/07 SEISMIC PROTECTION FOR ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT

26 08 00 08/08, CHG 1: 02/15 APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING

26 12 19.10 05/19, CHG 1: 11/19 THREE-PHASE, LIQUID-FILLED PAD-MOUNTED

TRANSFORMERS

26 20 00 08/19, CHG 2: 05/21 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

26 28 01.00 10 10/07 COORDINATED POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION

26 29 23 02/20, CHG: 1 - 05/21ADJUSTABLE SPEED DRIVE (ASD) SYSTEMS

UNDER 600 VOLTS

26 41 00 11/13 LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

26 51 00 05/20, CHG 1: 05/21 INTERIOR LIGHTING

26 56 00 08/21 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

VOLUME III OF III

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 13.43 05/20 TELEVISION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

27 05 28.36 48 04/20 CABLE TRAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

27 10 00.00 48 10/20 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING

SYSTEM

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 13 00.00 48 01/11 PHYSICAL ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM

28 31 76 08/20 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS

NOTIFICATION SYSTEM, ADDRESSABLE

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

31 00 00.00 06 07/18 EARTHWORK

31 05 19.13 02/21 GEOTEXTILES FOR EARTHWORK

31 10 00 02/21 SITE CLEARING

31 31 16.13 08/22 CHEMICAL TERMITE CONTROL

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 01 19.61 11/19 SEALING OF JOINTS IN RIGID PAVEMENT

32 05 33 08/17 LANDSCAPE ESTABLISHMENT

32 11 20 05/22 BASE COURSE FOR RIGID PAVING

32 12 13 05/17 BITUMINOUS TACK AND PRIME COATS

32 12 16.16 11/20 ROAD-MIX ASPHALT PAVING

32 13 13.06 06 06/18 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT FOR

ROADS AND SITE FACILITIES

32 15 00 05/17 AGGREGATE SURFACING

32 16 19 05/18 CONCRETE CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS

32 17 23 08/16, CHG 5: 11/18 PAVEMENT MARKINGS

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32 31 13.53 11/21 HIGH-SECURITY FENCES (CHAIN LINK AND

ORNAMENTAL) AND GATES

32 92 19 08/17, CHG 1: 08/21 SEEDING

32 92 23 04/06, CHG 1: 08/21 SODDING

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

33 05 23 08/15, CHG 2: 08/16 TRENCHLESS UTILITY INSTALLATION

33 11 00 02/18, CHG 1: 02/22 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING

33 30 00 05/18 SANITARY SEWERAGE

33 40 00 11/21 STORMWATER UTILITIES

33 46 13 05/20 FOUNDATION DRAINAGE

33 46 16 05/18 SUBDRAINAGE PIPING

33 51 15 08/19 NATURAL-GAS / LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS

DISTRIBUTION PIPELINES

33 56 19 05/15, CHG 1: 11/20 FUEL IMPERMEABLE LINER SYSTEM

33 71 01 05/19, CHG 1: 11/19 OVERHEAD TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION

33 71 02 02/15, CHG 1: 11/19 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION

33 82 00.00 48 04/20 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP)

DIVISION 46 - WATER AND WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT

46 25 14 02/11, CHG 1: 11/13 COALESCING OR VERTICAL TUBE OIL-WATER

SEPARATORS

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TELEVISION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

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.

INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

IEEE C2 (2017; Errata 1-2 2017; INT 1 2017) National Electrical Safety Code

NATIONAL CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION (NCTA)

NCTA RP (1989) NCTA Recommended Practices for Measurements on Cable Television Systems

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

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

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

47 CFR 76.605 Technical Standards

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 969 (2017; Reprint Mar 2018) UL Standard for Safety Marking and Labeling Systems

UL 1666 (2007; Reprint Jun 2012) Test for Flame Propagation Height of Electrical and Optical-Fiber Cables Installed Vertically in Shafts

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Television Distribution System

The television distribution system system, commonly referred to as cable television, is a network of cables, headend, electronic and passive components that process and amplify television (TV) signals for distribution of adequate signals to each receiver from the headend equipment to the individual television outlets and provides distortion-free signal to TV sets by isolating each receiver from the system an providing the proper amount of signal to each set.

1.2.2 Headend

The connection point between television distribution system equipment and

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1.2.3 Distribution System

Distribution system transports and delivers adequate signals to each receiver. Provides distortion-free signal to TV sets by isolating each receiver from the system and by providing proper amount of signal to each set.

1.2.4 Cable

Drop cables are used to transport the desired signal used from the headend equipment to the wall outlet.

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.3.1 Headend

Contractor shall provide interior equipment up to headend and including the main amplifier located at the interior television distribution system backboard.

1.3.2 Distribution System

Distribution system shall be star topology with each outlet connected to headend equipment with the drop cable.

1.3.3 Cable

Provide drop cables to transport the desired signal from the headend equipment to the outlet.

1.3.4 System Components

System shall provide high quality TV signals to all outlets with a return path for interactive television and cable modem access. Provide any combination of items specified herein to achieve required performance, subject to approvals, limitations, acceptance test, and other requirements specified herein. System shall include amplifiers, splitters, combiners, line taps, cables, outlets, tilt compensators and all other parts, components, and equipment necessary to provide a complete and usable system.

1.3.4.1 System Bandwidth

a. Downstream: 50-1000 MHz minimum.

b. Upstream 5-40 MHz minimum.

1.3.5 System Performance

System shall be in compliance with 47 CFR 76.605 .

1.3.5.1 Receiver Termination Signal Level

Each termination for a TV receiver must have a minimum signal level of 0 decibel millivolts (dBmV) (1000 microvolts) at 55 MHz and of 0 dBmV (1000 microvolts) at 1000 MHz and a maximum signal of 15 dBmV or a level not to overload the receiver for the entire system bandwidth.

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1.3.5.2 Distribution System

a. Modulation distortion at power frequencies: 4 percent or less hum distortion;

b. Composite third order distortion for:

(1) CW carriers: 53 dB.

(2) Modulated carriers: 59 dB.

c. Subscriber terminal isolation: 18 dB or greater.

d. Carrier to second order beat ratio: 60 dB.

e. Amplitude characteristic:within a range of plus or minus 2 decibels from 0.75 MHz to 5.0 MHz above the lower boundary frequency of the cable television channel, referenced to the average of the highest and lowest amplitudes within these frequency boundaries.

f. Visual, aural carrier level, 24-hour variation: 47 CFR 76.605 , subpart (a), rules (4), (5), and (6).

g. Frequency determination: 47 CFR 76.605 , subpart (a), rules (1), (2), and (3).

1.3.5.3 System Tolerance

The system must not show a serious loss of carrier to noise when the system levels are lowered 3 dB below normal or a significant distortion when the levels are increased 3 dB above normal, as observed on a TV set located at the far end extremities of the system.

1.4 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 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Television Distribution System Wiring Diagrams And Installation Details ; G

Television Distribution System Components ; G

SD-03 Product Data

Amplifiers , including Distribution; G

Cables , including Trunk and Drop; G

Terminators ; G

Splitters/Combiners ; G

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Line Taps ; G

Coaxial Outlets ; G

Coaxial Connectors ; G

Tilt Compensator ; G

Submittals for each manufactured item must be the current manufacturer's descriptive literature of catalog products, equipment drawings, diagrams, performance and characteristics curves, and catalog cuts.

SD-05 Design Data

Television Distribution System Loss Calculations ; G

SD-06 Test Reports

Operational Test Plan ; G

Operational Test Procedures ; G

System Pretest ; G

Acceptance Tests ; G

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Connector Installation ; G

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Operation and Maintenance Manuals ; G

Submit Data Package 5 for each component.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Wiring Diagrams and Installation Details

Illustrate how each item of equipment functions in the system and include an overall system schematic indicating the relationship of television distribution system units on one diagram. Drawings must include wiring diagrams and installation details of equipment indicating proposed locations, layout and arrangements, and other items that must be shown to ensure coordinated installation.

1.5.2 Television Distribution System Loss Calculations

Calculations must verify that the system does not exceed the loss values specified in dBmV at the input of all active devices and the receiver terminations. Provide a drawing displaying all distribution network calculations. The drawing should accurately show taps, splitters, outlets, and the type and length of all trunk and drop cables. The drawing must show how many taps, splitters, or outlets are served by each tap or splitter.

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1.5.3 Operational Test Plan

Test plan must define tests required to ensure that the system meets technical, operational, and performance specifications. Test plan must be based on NCTA RP and be in accordance with FCC proof of performance requirements. Test plan must include plan for testing for signal leakage. Provide test requirements and guidelines.

1.5.4 Operational Test Procedures

Use test plan and design documents to develop test procedures. Procedures must consist of detailed instructions for a test setup, execution, and evaluation of test results.

1.5.5 Connector Installation

Provide manufacturer's instructions for installing connectors.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Electronic components of similar type must be produced and designed by the same manufacturer as major components of the equipment and must have the manufacturer's name and model permanently attached. Equipment must function properly as a complete integrated system. Equipment must be shielded. The system must be designed to operate within 5 to 1000 MHz bandwidth using 1000 MHz passive devices and a minimum of 1000 MHz active devices.

2.2 DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT

2.2.1 Distribution Amplifiers

Distribution amplifiers shall be equipped for 75 ohms input and output impedance. Electronic equipment exposed to weather shall be equipped with weatherproof housings. Amplifiers shall be bidirectional with variable slope and gain control and shall amplify broadband signals from 50 to 1000 MHz and provide an amplified return path for signals from 5 to 40 MHz for 75 ohms impedance.

2.2.1.1 Trunk Amplifiers

Trunk amplifiers shall have automatic level and slope control features.

2.2.2 Cables and Associated Hardware

Cabling shall be UL listed for the application and shall comply with NFPA 70 . Provide a labeling system for cabling as required by UL 969 .

Cabling manufactured more than 12 months prior to date of installation shall not be used.

2.2.2.1 Trunk Cable

UL 1666 . Provide trunk cable with an NFPA 70 rating of CATVR.

a. Provide 625 Series cable with an NFPA 70 rating of CATVR and the following characteristics:

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(1) Copper-clad aluminum center conductor

(2) Seamless aluminum tubing shield

(3) Expanded polyethylene dielectric

(4) 75 ohms impedance

(5) Nominal diameter over outer conductor: 0.625 inches .

(6) Maximum attenuation at 20 degrees C and 1000 MHz: 2.07 dB/100 feet

(7) Black medium density polyethylene jacket

(8) Nominal 87 percent velocity of propagation

2.2.2.2 Drop Cable

UL 1581. Provide RG 6 coaxial cable with an NFPA 70 rating of CATV and with the following characteristics:

a. No. 18 AWG copper-clad steel center conductor.

b. Bonded foil inner-shield and 90 percent aluminum braid.

c. Characteristic impedance of 75 ohms.

d. Gas injected foam polyethylene dielectric

e. Nominal capacitance, conductor to shield, of 16.2 pf per 100 ft .

f. Maximum operating voltage of 350 V RMS.

g. Maximum attenuation:

CATV

MHz DB/100 ft

10 0.81

50 1.46

100 2.05

200 2.83

400 4.0

500 4.53

700 6.0

1000 7.3

h. Black polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket.

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i. 100 percent sweep testing from 5 MHz to a minimum of 1000 MHz.

2.2.3 Terminators

Coaxial terminators shall be rated for 75 ohms and 1/4 watt.

2.2.4 Splitters/Combiners

Use splitters/combiners with characteristics equal to or exceeding the characteristics listed in this paragraph over the entire operating band.

All unused outlets must be terminated with 75-ohm terminators.

a. Peak to Valley: Not to exceed 1 dB across bandwidth of device.

b. Return loss: 18 dB minimum.

c. Bandwidth: 5-1000 Mh

2.2.5 Line Taps

Line taps shall have 18 dB minimum isolation from each tap to the thru-line.Pressure tapoffs are not permitted. Taps shall be rated from 5 to 1000 MHz and shall have a peak to valley not to exceed 1 dB to 1 GHz.

2.2.6 Coaxial Outlets

Provide flush mounted, 75-ohm, F-type connector outlets rated from 5 to 1000 MHz in standard electrical outlet boxes.

2.2.7 Coaxial Connectors

Provide one piece connectors. Trunk cable connectors shall be pin type.

Drop cable connectors shall be feed thru type.

2.2.8 Tilt Compensator

Provide tilt compensators as required.

2.3 GROUNDING AND BONDING

Provide ground connections in accordance with Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

3.1.1 Distribution System

Distribution system shall conform to requirements specified herein.

Installation shall be in accordance with IEEE C2 and NFPA 70 .

3.1.1.1 Raceway

Provide cable installed in raceways such as conduit and cable trays in compliance with NFPA 70 . Raceway shall comply with Section 26 20 00 , INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.

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3.1.1.2 Trunk and Drop Cable

Provide cable to line taps, and to outlets.

3.1.1.3 Splitters, Directional Couplers, Amplifiers

Install in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.2.1 System Pretest

Upon completing installation of the television distribution system, the Contractor shall align and balance the system and shall perform complete pretesting. During the system pretest, Contractor, utilizing the approved spectrum analyzer or signal level meter, shall verify that the system is fully operational and meets all the system performance requirements of the specification. Contractor shall test the signal loss in dBmV at 55, 151, 547, and 1000 MHz. The signal levels shall be 0 dBmV (1000 microvolts), minimum. The signal shall not exceed 15 dBmV over the entire system bandwidth. Any deficiencies found shall be corrected and revalidated by follow up testing. Contractor shall measure and record the video and audio carrier levels at each of the frequency levels specified at each of the following points in the system:

a. At each outlet.

b. Distribution amplifier inputs and outputs.

3.2.2 Acceptance Tests

Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer of system readiness 10 days prior to the date of acceptance testing. Contractor shall also coordinate with the local television service provider and allow them to attend witness tests. The television distribution system shall be tested in accordance with the approved test plan in the presence of the Contracting Officer's representative to certify acceptable performance.

System test shall verify that the total system meets all the requirements of the specification and complies with the specified standards.

Contractor shall verify that no signal leakage exists in conformance with NCTA RP and 47 CFR 76.605 . System leakage shall also be tested at the headend location with signal applied to system. Deficiencies revealed by the testing shall be corrected on the outlets sampled as well as on the outlets not sampled and revalidated by follow-up testing. Contractor shall conduct testing at each of the following points in the system:

a. At each outlet.

b. Distribution amplifier inputs and outputs.

3.3 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

Submit commercial, off-the-shelf manuals for operation, installation, configuration, and maintenance of products provided as a part of the cable television premises distribution system.

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CABLE TRAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

04/20

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.

ARMY RESERVE NETWORK ENTERPRISE CENTER (ARNEC)

ARNEC Army Reserve Network Enterprise Center Infrastructure Technical Criteria

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A1008/A1008M (2016) Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

NEMA VE 1 (2017) Metal Cable Tray Systems

NEMA VE 2 (2013; ERTA 2016) Cable Tray Installation Guidelines

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 (ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2; TIA

17-3; TIA 17-4; TIA 17-5; TIA 17-6; TIA

17-7; TIA 17-8; TIA 17-9; TIA 17-10; TIA

17-11; TIA 17-12; TIA 17-13; TIA 17-14;

TIA 17-15; TIA 17-16; TIA 17-17) National Electrical Code

TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (TIA)

TIA-569 Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces

TIA-607 Generic Telecommunications Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) for Customer Premises

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

UFC 3-580-01 Telecommunications Interior Infrastucture Planning and Design

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

SECTION 27 05 28.36 48 Page 1 submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Fabrication Drawings ; G

Installation Drawings ; G

SD-03 Product Data

Cable Trays ; G

Supports ; G

1.3 QUALITY CONTROL

Follow requirements in accordance with NEMA VE 1. Follow requirements in accordance with NEC and requirements that apply to the construction and installation of cable tray and cable channel systems (Article 392 NEC).

Provide UL-classified products and labeled with UL classification mark.

1.4 PREINSTALLATION MEETING

The Contracting Officer will schedule a pre-installation meeting.

Contractor is required to be present.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 CABLE TRAYS

In telecommunications spaces, provide ladder style cable tray consisting of two longitudinal side members connected by individual transverse members.

In all areas where cable tray is being installed outside of telecommunications spaces, provide basket style cable trays in accordance with ASTM A1008/A1008M , with zinc coating, straight section, and fitting side rails and rungs made of AISI Type 304 or Type 316 stainless steel.

Weld transverse members (rungs) or corrugated bottoms to the side rails with Type 316 stainless steel welding wire.

2.2 FABRICATION

Submit fabrication drawings for cable trays to include details showing the fabrication and assembly details performed in the factory.

Before assembly, use an antioxidant compound to coat the contact surfaces of trays. Ensure that the finishes of edges, fittings, and hardware are free from burrs and sharp edges. Include splice and end plates, dropouts, and miscellaneous hardware.

2.3 SUPPORTS

Permit both vertical and horizontal adjustment, where possible on supports and hangers. Provide an adequate bearing surface for the tray on the horizontal and vertical tray supports, and ensure that the surface can accommodate hold down clamps or fasteners. Provide a means, other than friction, for securely fastening cable trays to supports.

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Provide support for cable trays at intervals of no more than 6-foot.

Place supports for horizontal-elbow tray fittings within 2-feet of each fitting extremity and as recommended by the cable tray manufacturer.

Ensure that the cable trays can carry at least 150 pounds per linear foot when supported at 6-foot intervals. Ensure that the tray fittings have a load-carrying capacity that is equal to or greater than that of straight tray sections. Ensure that the radius of tray fittings is based on the minimum bending radius of the cables, as specified by the cable manufacturer.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION

Install in accordance with ARNEC, UFC 3-580-01 , NFPA 70 , TIA-569 , TIA-607 , NEMA VE 2.

3.1.1 Installation Drawings

Submit the manufacturer's installation instructions for cable trays , including special provisions required to install equipment components and system packages. Ensure that the instructions specify impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

30 calendar days prior to shipment, submit installation drawings .

Coordinate drawings with those being used for all other work in the immediate area to ensure that this other work does not conflict with the installation. Include the layout of the cable tray work and details on both horizontal and vertical supports as specified in the paragraph

"SUPPORTS."

3.1.2 Cable Tray Installation

Install telecommunications cable tray in accordance with ARNEC, UFC 3-580-01 , TIA-569 , TIA-607 , and NFPA 70 . Install cable trays parallel with or at right angles to ceilings, walls, and structural members. Edges, fittings, and hardware to be finished free from burrs and sharp edges.

Support in accordance with manufacturer recommendations but at not more than 6 foot intervals. Coat contact surfaces of aluminum connections with an antioxidant compound prior to assembly. Bond together adjacent cable tray sections by connector plates of an identical type as the cable tray sections. Terminate cable trays 10 inches from both sides of smoke and fire partitions. Provide supports to resist forces of 0.5 times the equipment weight in any direction and 1.5 times the equipment weight in the downward direction.

3.1.3 Cable Tray Bonding

Provide bonding for cable trays in accordance with NFPA 70 , TIA-607 , ARNEC.

Bond all sections of cable tray together with an UL listed method or provide No. 2 AWG bare copper wire throughout cable tray system, and bond to each section. Bond the grounding conductor to cable tray sections and fittings by compatible UL listed bolted connections. Consider cable tray sections in tandem assembly as having electrical continuity when these sections are bonded with appropriate high-strength bolts. Provide permanent and continuous effective grounding with an impedance that is low enough to limit the potential above ground and to facilitate operation of

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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.

ARMY RESERVE NETWORK ENTERPRISE CENTER (ARNEC)

ARNEC Army Reserve Network Enterprise CenterInfrastructure Technical Criteria

ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (ECIA)

ECIA EIA/ECA 310-E (2005) Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment

INSULATED CABLE ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION (ICEA)

ICEA S-83-596 (2016) Indoor Optical Fiber Cables

ICEA S-90-661 (2012) Category 3, 5, & 5e Individually Unshielded Twisted Pair Indoor Cables for Use in General Purpose and LAN Communications Wiring Systems Technical Requirements

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

ANSI/NEMA WC 66 (2019) Performance Standard for Category 6 and Category 7 100 Ohm Shielded and Unshielded Twisted Pairs

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 (ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2; TIA

17-3; TIA 17-4; TIA 17-5; TIA 17-6; TIA

17-7; TIA 17-8; TIA 17-9; TIA 17-10; TIA

17-11; TIA 17-12; TIA 17-13; TIA 17-14;

TIA 17-15; TIA 17-16; TIA 17-17) National Electrical Code

TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (TIA)

TIA-455-21 (1988a; R 2012) FOTP-21 - Mating Durability of Fiber Optic Interconnecting Devices

TIA-455-46A (1990) FOTP-46 Spectral Attenuation Measurement for Long-Length, Graded-Index Optical Fibers

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TIA-455-78-B (2002) FOTP-78 Optical Fibres - Part 1-40: Measurement Methods and Test Procedures - Attenuation

TIA-526-7 OFSTP-7 Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-Mode Fiber Cable Plant

TIA-526-14 OFSTP-14A Optical Power Loss Measurements of Installed Multimode Fiber Cable Plant

TIA-568.0 Generic Telecommunications Cabling for Customer Premises

TIA-568.1 (Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard

TIA-568.2 Balanced Twisted-Pair Telecommunications Cabling and Components Standards

TIA-568.3 Optical Fiber Cabling Components Standard

TIA-568.4 Broadband Coaxial Cabling and Components Standard

TIA-569 Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces

TIA-598 Optical Fiber Cable Color Coding

TIA-606 Administration Standard for the Telecommunications Infrastructure

TIA-607 Generic Telecommunications Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) for Customer Premises

TIA/EIA-455 (1998b) Standard Test Procedure for Fiber Optic Fibers, Cables, Transducers, Sensors, Connecting and Terminating Devices, and Other Fiber Optic Components

TIA/EIA-604-10 (2002a FOCIS 10 Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standard - Type LC

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

UFC 3-580-01 Telecommunications Interior Infrastucture Planning and Design

U.S. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

FCC Part 68 Connection of Terminal Equipment to the Telephone Network (47 CFR 68)

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 50 (2015) UL Standard for Safety Enclosures for Electrical Equipment, Non-Environmental Considerations

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UL 444 (2008; Reprint Apr 2015) Communications Cables

UL 467 (2013; Reprint Jun 2017) UL Standard for Safety Grounding and Bonding Equipment

UL 514C (2014; Reprint Feb 2020) UL Standard for Safety Nonmetallic Outlet Boxes, Flush-Device Boxes, and Covers

UL 969 (2017; Reprint Mar 2018) UL Standard for Safety Marking and Labeling Systems

UL 1286 (2008; Reprint Jan 2018) UL Standard for Safety Office Furnishings

UL 1666 (2007; Reprint Jun 2012) Test for Flame Propagation Height of Electrical and Optical-Fiber Cables Installed Vertically in Shafts

UL 1863 (2004; Reprint Oct 2019) UL Standard for Safety Communication Circuit Accessories

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Telecommunications ; G

Telecommunications Space ; G

SD-03 Product Data

Submit manufacturer’s name, trade name, place of manufacture, and catalog model or number. Include performance and characteristic curves; applicable federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references. Should manufacturer’s data require supplemental information for clarification, submit the supplemental information as specified in paragraph “Regulatory Requirements.” All product submissions must have the exact product that is intended to be used specifically highlighted or called out.

Telecommunications Cabling ; G

Patch Panels ; G

Telecommunications Outlet/Connector Assemblies ; G

Equipment Support Frame ; G

Cable Support ; G

Connector Blocks ; G

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Grounding and Bonding Products ; G

T5 Drawings ; G

SD-06 Test Reports

Telecommunications Cabling Testing ; G

SD-07 Certificates

Telecommunications Qualifications ; G

Key Personnel Qualifications ; G

Manufacturer Qualifications ; G

Test Plan ; G

Certificate ; G

1.3 DEFINITIONS

Unless otherwise specified or indicated, electrical and electronics terms used in this specification are as defined in the ARNEC, TIA-568.0 , TIA-568.1 TIA-568.2 TIA-568.3 TIA-568.4 TIA-569 , TIA-606 , TIA-607 and as stated.

1.3.1 Entrance Facility (EF) (Telecommunications)

An environmentally controlled centralized space that serves as an entrance to the building for both private and public network service cables (including wireless) including the entrance point at the building wall.

1.3.2 Telecommunications Equipment Room (TER) (Telecommunications Equipment Room)

An environmentally controlled centralized space for telecommunications equipment that serves the occupants of a building. The space will also house all backbone cable terminations that serve all other telecommunications spaces on an Army Reserve site. Equipment housed therein is considered distinct from a telecommunications room because of the nature of its complexity. The room is the recognized cross-connect between the backbone cable and the horizontal cabling for the area served.

1.3.3 Telecommunications Room (TR)

An environmentally controlled space for housing telecommunications equipment, cable, terminations, and cross-connects. The room is the recognized cross-connect between the backbone cable and the horizontal cabling for the area served.

1.3.4 Main Telecommunications Room (MTR)

An environmentally controlled space for housing telecommunications equipment, cable, terminations, and cross-connects. This room will be utilized when a new building or buildings with more than one TR within the new building(s) is being constructed on an existing site where the site already has an existing TER in an existing building. This room will serve

SECTION 27 10 00.00 48 Page 4 as space where all backbone cable from other TRs within the building will terminate. This will also be the room where outside plant conduit will terminate. The room is the recognized cross-connect between the backbone cable and the horizontal cabling for the area served.

1.3.5 Telecommunications Enclosure(TE)

An environmentally controlled space for housing telecommunications equipment, cable, terminations, and cross-connects. This is a non-dedicated telecommunications space. This enclosure will only be utilized when there is no available opportunity to build out a dedicated telecommunications room. A lockable floor or wall mounted telecommunications cabinet will be required in the room and will house all of the telecommunications terminations and network equipment. The enclosure is the recognized cross-connect between the backbone cable and the horizontal cabling for the area served.

1.3.6 Open Cable

Cabling that is not run in a raceway as defined by NFPA 70 , ARNEC. This refers to cabling that is "open" to the space in which the cable has been installed and is therefore exposed to the environmental conditions associated with that space.

1.3.7 Open Office

A floor space division provided by furniture, moveable partitions, or other means instead of by building walls.

1.3.8 Pathway

A physical infrastructure used for the placement and routing of telecommunications cable.

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The building telecommunications cabling and pathway system to include permanently installed backbone and horizontal cabling, horizontal and backbone pathways, service entrance facilities, work area pathways, telecommunications outlet assemblies, conduit, raceway, and hardware for splicing, terminating, and interconnecting cabling necessary to transport telephone and data (including LAN) between equipment items in a building.

Wire the horizontal system in a star topology from the telecommunications outlets in the serving area to MTR/TR that is serving that area. All intra-building backbone cable shall connect from the TRs within the building to MTR the center or hub of the star. The backbone cabling and pathway system includes intra-building interconnecting cabling, pathway, and terminal hardware. Provide telecommunications pathway systems referenced as stated.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Include wiring diagrams and installation details of equipment indicating proposed location, layout and arrangement, control panels, accessories, piping, ductwork, and other items to be shown to ensure a coordinated installation. Wiring diagrams to identify circuit terminals and indicate the internal wiring for each item of equipment and the interconnection between each item of equipment. Drawings to indicate adequate clearance for operation, maintenance, and replacement of operating equipment devices.

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Include the nameplate data, size, and capacity; and all applicable federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references.

1.5.1 Telecommunications

Provide drawings in accordance with ARNEC and TIA-606 . Show the identifier for each termination and cable; depict final telecommunications installed wiring system infrastructure in accordance with TIA-606 .

Provide details required to prove that the distribution system will properly support connectivity from the MTR and TR telecommunications to the telecommunications work area outlets. Submit the following as a minimum:

a. T1 - Layout of complete building per floor - Building Area/Serving Zone Boundaries, Backbone Systems, and Horizontal Pathways. Layout of complete building. The drawing indicates location of building areas, serving zones, telecommunications rooms, access points, pathways, grounding system, and other systems that need to be viewed from the complete building perspective.

b. T2 - Serving Zones/Building Area Drawings - Drop Locations and Cable Identification (ID’S). Shows a building area or serving zone. These drawings show drop locations, telecommunications rooms, access points and detail call outs for common equipment rooms and other congested areas.

c. T4 - Typical Detail Drawings - Faceplate Labeling. Detailed drawings of symbols and typical such as faceplate labeling, faceplate types, faceplate population installation procedures, detail racking, and raceways.

d. Where this design conflicts with the Contract Drawings, request clarification and direction from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding.

1.5.2 Telecommunications Space

Provide T3 drawings in accordance with ARNEC and TIA-606 that includes telecommunications rooms plan views, pathway layout (cable tray, racks, ladder-racks, etc.), mechanical/electrical layout, and cabinet, rack, backboard and wall elevations. Show layout of applicable equipment including incoming cable stub or connector blocks, building protector assembly, outgoing cable connector blocks, patch panels and equipment spaces, and cabinet/racks. Include a complete list of equipment and material, equipment rack details, proposed layout and anchorage of equipment and appurtenances, and equipment relationship to other parts of the work including clearance for maintenance and operation. Drawings may also be an enlargement of a congested area of T1 or T2 drawings. Where this design conflicts with the Contract Drawings, request clarification and direction from the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding.

1.5.3 Telecommunications Qualifications

Perform work by the approved telecommunications contractor and key personnel. A minimum of 30 days prior to installation, submit qualifications for the telecommunications system contractor, the telecommunications system installer, the supervisor (if different from the installer) and key personnel.

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1.5.3.1 Telecommunications Contractor

Provide a firm which is regularly and professionally engaged in the business of the applications, installation, and testing of the specified telecommunications systems and equipment. The telecommunications contractor to demonstrate experience in providing successful telecommunications systems within the past 3 years of similar scope and size. Submit documentation for a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 successful telecommunication system installations for the telecommunications contractor.

1.5.3.2 Key Personnel Qualifications

Provide professional personnel engaged in the business of the application, installation and testing of the specified telecommunications systems and equipment. There may be one key person or more proposed depending upon how many of the key roles each has successfully provided. Each of the key personnel to demonstrate experience in providing successful telecommunications systems within the past 3 years.

Supervisors and installers assigned to the installation of this system or any of its components to be in accordance with qualified in accordance with ARNEC. Submit documentation of current BICSI certification for each of the key personnel.

Indicate that all key persons are currently employed by the telecommunications contractor, or have a commitment to the telecommunications contractor to work by the date of Award of Contract.

Only the key personnel approved will work on the telecommunications system. Any substitutions for the telecommunications contractor's key personnel requires approval from the Contracting Officer.

1.5.3.3 Manufacturer Qualifications

Cabling, equipment, and hardware manufacturers to have a minimum of 3 years experience in the manufacturing, assembly, and factory testing of components in accordance with TIA-568.0 , TIA-568.1 TIA-568.2 TIA-568.3

TIA-568.4 .

1.5.4 Test Plan

Provide a complete and detailed test plan for the telecommunications cabling system including a complete list of test equipment for the components and accessories for each cable type specified, 60 calendar days prior to the proposed test date. Include procedures for certification, validation, and testing. Test plan in accordance with ARNEC.

1.5.5 Regulatory Requirements

Interpret references in these publications to the "authority having jurisdiction," or words of similar meaning, to mean the Contracting Officer. Equipment, materials, installation, and workmanship in accordance with NFPA 70 , unless more stringent requirements are specified or indicated.

1.5.6 Standard Products

Provide materials and equipment that are products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such products which are of equal

SECTION 27 10 00.00 48 Page 7 material, design and workmanship. Products to have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use for 2 years prior to bid opening. The 2-year period to include applications of equipment and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size. The product to have been on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturers' catalogs, or brochures during the 2-year period. Where two or more items of the same class of equipment are required, these items to be products of a single manufacturer; however, the component parts of the item need not be the products of the same manufacturer unless otherwise specified.

1.5.6.1 Alternative Qualifications

Products having less than a 2-year field service record will be acceptable if a certified record of satisfactory field operation for not less than 6000 hours, exclusive of the manufacturers' factory or laboratory tests, is furnished.

1.5.6.2 Material and Equipment Manufacturing Date

Products manufactured more than 1 year prior to date of delivery to site are prohibited for use.

1.6 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

Provide protection from weather, moisture, extreme heat and cold, dirt, dust, and other contaminants for telecommunications cabling and equipment placed in storage.

1.7 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Connecting hardware to be rated for operation under ambient conditions of 32 to 140 degrees F and in the range of 0 to 95 percent relative humidity, noncondensing.

1.8 WARRANTY

The equipment items to be supported by service organizations which are reasonably convenient to the equipment installation in order to render satisfactory service to the equipment on a regular and emergency basis during the warranty period of the Contract. Submit warranty information in accordance with Section 00 80 00.00 06 SPECIAL PROVISIONS.

1.9 MAINTENANCE

1.9.1 Record Documentation

Submit T5 drawings including documentation on cables and termination hardware in accordance with TIA-606 . T5 drawings to include schedules to show information for cut-overs and cable plant management, patch panel layouts and cover plate assignments, cross-connect information and connecting terminal layout as a minimum. Provide the following T5 drawing documentation as a minimum:

a. Cables - Provide a record of installed cable in accordance with TIA-606 .

The cable records to include only the required data fields in accordance with TIA-606 . Include manufacture date of cable with submittal.

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Documentation to include the required data fields as a minimum in accordance with TIA-606 .

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 COMPONENTS

Cabling and interconnecting hardware and components for telecommunications systems to be UL listed or third party independent testing laboratory certified, and in accordance with NFPA 70 and requirements as specified.

Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry and technical society reference standards of the organizations, submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization will be acceptable evidence of compliance. In lieu of the label or listing, submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, competent to perform testing, and approved by the Contracting Officer.

The certificate to state that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item complies with the specified organization's reference standard. Provide a complete system of telecommunications cabling and pathway components using star topology.

Provide support structures and pathways, complete with outlets, cables, connecting hardware and telecommunications cabinets/racks.

2.2 TELECOMMUNICATIONS PATHWAY

Provide telecommunications pathways in accordance with ARNEC, UFC 3-580-01 , and TIA-569 . Provide system furniture pathways in accordance with UL 1286 .

2.3 TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING

Provide UL listed cable for the application in accordance with ARNEC, TIA-568.0 , TIA-568.1 TIA-568.2 TIA-568.3 TIA-568.4 and NFPA 70 . Provide a labeling system for cabling in accordance with ARNEC, TIA-606 , and UL 969 .

Ship cable on reels or in boxes bearing manufacture date for for unshielded twisted pair (UTP) in accordance with ICEA S-90-661 and optical fiber cables in accordance with ICEA S-83-596 for all cable used.

Cabling manufactured more than 12 months prior to date of installation is prohibited for use.

2.3.1 Backbone Cabling

2.3.1.1 Backbone Copper

Provide solid conductor, 24 AWG, 100 ohm, Category 3, UTP, in accordance with ICEA S-90-661 , TIA-568.2 , and UL 444 formed into 25 pair binder groups covered with a thermoplastic jacket. Cable to be imprinted with manufacturers name or identifier, flammability rating, gauge of conductor, transmission performance rating (category designation) at regular length marking intervals in accordance with ICEA S-90-661 . Provide plenum (CMP), riser (CMR), or general purpose (CM or CMG)communications rated cabling in accordance with NFPA 70 . Substitution of a higher rated cable is permitted in accordance with NFPA 70 .