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This is a certified final design specification document for the Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) facility at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina (Project W912QR26BA019). The document comprises Volume 4 of 4 specification volumes and covers Divisions 26-33, addressing electrical work, utilities, and site improvements required for the 23,701 square-foot facility.
The electrical specifications detail comprehensive requirements across multiple systems and components. Division 26 specifications cover seismic protection for electrical equipment (Section 26 05 48), power system studies including load flow, fault current, system coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis (Section 26 05 73), apparatus inspection and testing per NETA ATS standards (Section 26 08 00), pad-mounted liquid-filled medium-voltage transformers rated 500 kVA at 12,470V Delta to 480V GrdY with efficiency requirements per 10 CFR 431 (Section 26 12 19), and interior distribution systems covering conduit, cable trays, wiring, panelboards, motors, controllers, and grounding (Section 26 20 00). The specifications mandate seismic design compliance with UFC 3-301-01 for Risk Category II buildings in Seismic Design Category D, with spectral response parameters SDS of 0.547 and SD1 of 0.500. Divisions 31-33 address earthwork, exterior improvements including pavement and stormwater management, and utility distribution systems for water, sanitary sewerage, stormwater, hydronic energy distribution, electrical distribution, and telecommunications infrastructure. All submittals require government approval with designated classification codes, and the contract specifies firm-fixed-price delivery with a 1,150 calendar-day schedule from Notice to Proceed.
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Solicitation For Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) Joint Base Charleston, SC
P2: 517646
Design-Bid-Build
Specifications - Vol 4 of 4 (Div 26-33)
Certified Final Design 14 July 2026
W912QR26BA019
RRS-A: 200A Disposition: Maintain for 15 yrs after construction.
W912QR26BA019_Specs_Vol4-0000
Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES), JB Charleston, SC P2 517646
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS
00 80 00.00 06 04/21, CHG 1: 06/23 SPECIAL PROVISIONS
DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 32 01.00 06 10/23 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 11/23 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR
MODE (RMS CM)
01 45 04.10 06 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL
01 45 35 05/24 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
01 50 00 11/20, CHG 3: 08/24 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND
CONTROLS
01 57 19.00 06 04/20 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS AND
PERMITS
01 74 19 JBC (Oct 2024) CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND
DISPOSAL
01 78 23 05/23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
01 91 00.15 05/23, CHG 3: 08/24 BUILDING COMMISSIONING
01 91 19 05/2023 BUILDING ENCLOSURE COMMISSIONING
DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS
02 41 00 08/22 DEMOLITION
DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE
03 30 00 02/19, CHG 8: 05/24 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
03 70 00 02/10, CHG 2: 08/20 MASS CONCRETE
DIVISION 04 - MASONRY
04 20 00 05/25 UNIT MASONRY
DIVISION 05 - METALS
05 05 20 05/22 POST-INSTALLED CONCRETE AND MASONRY
ANCHORS
05 05 23.16 08/18 STRUCTURAL WELDING
05 12 00 08/18, CHG 2: 05/21 STRUCTURAL STEEL
05 30 00 05/15, CHG 2: 08/18 STEEL DECKS
05 40 00 05/15, CHG 1: 08/18 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING
05 50 13 08/24, CHG 1: 08/25 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS
05 51 00 08/23 METAL STAIRS
05 52 00 08/23 METAL RAILINGS
DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES
06 10 00 08/16, CHG 3: 05/25 ROUGH CARPENTRY
06 41 16.00 10 08/25 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL
CABINETS
06 61 16 08/20 SOLID SURFACING FABRICATIONS
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1
CERTIFIED FINAL
SPECIFICATIONS VOLUME 1 OF 4
SPECIFICATIONS VOLUME 2 OF 4
DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
07 21 13 08/23 BOARD AND BLOCK INSULATION
07 27 10 08/23 BUILDING AIR BARRIER SYSTEM
07 27 19.01 08/23, CHG 1: 08/24 SELF-ADHERING AIR BARRIERS
07 27 26 08/23 FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR BARRIERS
07 60 00 08/23 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL
07 61 14.00 20 08/16, CHG 1: 08/18 STEEL STANDING SEAM ROOFING
07 84 00 05/10, CHG 1: 08/13 FIRESTOPPING
07 92 00 08/23 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 23 08/20, CHG 1: 02/22 OVERHEAD COILING DOORS
08 41 13 08/18, CHG 1: 08/18 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND
STOREFRONTS
08 51 13 05/19 ALUMINUM WINDOWS
08 71 00 02/16, CHG 4: 02/22 DOOR HARDWARE
08 81 00 05/19 GLAZING
08 91 00 08/20 METAL LOUVERS
DIVISION 09 - FINISHES
09 22 00 08/24 SUPPORTS GYPSUM BOARD
09 29 00 08/24 GYPSUM BOARD
09 30 10 08/20 CERAMIC, QUARRY, AND GLASS TILING
09 51 00 08/20 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS
09 62 38 08/17, CHG 1: 08/18 STATIC-CONTROL FLOORING
09 65 00 11/24 RESILIENT FLOORING
09 68 00 11/17, CHG 2: 08/20 CARPETING
09 90 00 02/21 PAINTS AND COATINGS
DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES
10 14 00.20 08/20 INTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 21 13 08/20 TOILET COMPARTMENTS
10 22 39 08/20 FOLDING PANEL PARTITIONS
10 26 00 08/20 WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION
10 28 13 08/20 TOILET ACCESSORIES
10 44 16 11/19 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
10 51 13 08/24 LOCKERS
DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS
12 24 13 08/20 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES
DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
13 48 73 05/25 SEISMIC CONTROL FOR NONSTRUCTURAL
COMPONENTS
DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING EQUIPMENT
14 24 23 05/16 HYDRAULIC PASSENGER ELEVATORS
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 2
CERTIFIED FINAL
DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION
21 13 13 08/20 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, FIRE
PROTECTION
DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING
22 00 00 05/24 PLUMBING, GENERAL PURPOSE
22 05 48.00 20 04/06, CHG 1: 05/15 MECHANICAL SOUND, VIBRATION, AND
SEISMIC CONTROL
22 14 29.00 02/23 SUMP PUMPS
DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
23 03 00.00 20 08/10, CHG 3: 08/18 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS
23 05 15 05/22, CHG 1: 02/24 COMMON PIPING FOR HVAC
23 05 48.19 05/18, CHG 2: 08/20 SEISMIC 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 08 00 05/23 COMMISSIONING OF MECHANICAL AND
PLUMBING 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 23.02 02/19, CHG 1: 02/20 BACNET DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL FOR HVAC
AND OTHER BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMS
23 21 23 08/17 HYDRONIC PUMPS
23 23 00 08/21 REFRIGERANT PIPING
23 30 00 05/20, CHG 1: 02/22 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION
23 64 26 08/09, CHG 7: 02/24 CHILLED, CHILLED-HOT, AND CONDENSER
WATER PIPING SYSTEMS
23 74 33 05/24 DEDICATED OUTDOOR AIR SYSTEMS (DOAS)
23 81 00 05/24 DECENTRALIZED UNITARY HVAC EQUIPMENT
23 83 00.00 20 04/06 ELECTRIC SPACE HEATING EQUIPMENT
DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION
25 05 11.01 08/24 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED
CONTROL SYSTEMS - LIGHTING CONTROLS
25 05 11.02 08/24 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED
CONTROL SYSTEMS - FIRE ALARM & MASS
NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
25 05 11.03 08/24 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED
CONTROL SYSTEMS - UTILITY MONITORING
AND CONTROL SYSTEM
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 11/23 SEISMIC PROTECTION FOR ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT
26 05 73 08/23 POWER SYSTEM STUDIES
26 08 00 11/22 APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING
26 12 19 05/24 PAD-MOUNTED, LIQUID-FILLED,
MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS
26 20 00 08/23 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3
CERTIFIED FINAL
SPECIFICATIONS VOLUME 3 OF 4
SPECIFICATIONS VOLUME 4 OF 4
26 29 23 02/26 ADJUSTABLE SPEED DRIVE (ASD) SYSTEMS
UNDER 600 VOLTS
26 41 00 08/23 LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
26 51 00 05/20, CHG 2: 11/21 INTERIOR LIGHTING
26 56 00 08/21 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS
27 10 00 08/11 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING
SYSTEM
DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
28 31 76 08/20 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS
NOTIFICATION SYSTEM, ADDRESSABLE
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
31 00 00.00 06 05/24 EARTHWORK
31 05 19.13 02/21 GEOTEXTILES FOR EARTHWORK
31 62 13.20 11/20, CHG 2: 02/24 PRECAST/PRESTRESSED CONCRETE PILES
DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
32 11 23 05/22 AGGREGATE BASE COURSE
32 12 13 05/24 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 16 19 05/18 CONCRETE CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS
32 17 23 08/16 PAVEMENT MARKINGS
32 92 19 08/17, CHG 1: 08/21 SEEDING
32 92 23 04/06 SODDING
DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES
33 11 00 02/18 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING
33 30 00 05/18 SANITARY SEWERAGE
33 32 16 11/19, CHG 1: 11/23 PACKAGED UTILITY STORMWATER PUMPING
STATIONS
33 40 00 11/21 STORMWATER UTILITIES
33 61 13.13 02/16 PREFABRICATED UNDERGROUND HYDRONIC
ENERGY DISTRIBUTION
33 71 02 08/21 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
33 82 00 04/06 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP)
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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
SECTION 26 05 48
SEISMIC PROTECTION FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
11/23
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1.2.1 General Requirements
1.2.2 Electrical Components
1.2.3 Contractor Designed Supports and Attachments
1.3 SUBMITTALS
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
2.1.1 Rigidly (Base and Suspended) Mounted Equipment
2.2 LIGHTING FIXTURES
2.3 SUPPORTS AND ATTACHMENTS
2.4 FLEXIBLE FITTINGS
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 SUPPORTS AND ATTACHMENTS
3.2 BUILDING DRIFT
3.3 CONDUIT, CABLETRAY, BUSWAY, AND RACEWAY
3.4 LIGHTING FIXTURES
3.4.1 Pendant Fixtures
3.4.2 Ceiling Attached Fixtures
3.4.2.1 Recessed Fixtures
3.4.2.2 Surface-Mounted Fixtures
3.4.3 Assembly Mounted on Outlet Box
3.4.4 Wall-Mounted Emergency Light Unit
3.5 ANCHORS
3.5.1 General
3.5.2 Cast-In-Place Anchors
3.5.3 Post-Installed Anchors
3.6 EQUIPMENT SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS
3.6.1 Suspended Equipment
3.6.2 Floor or Pad Mounted Equipment
3.6.2.1 Shear Resistance
3.6.2.2 Overturning Resistance
3.7 SPECIAL TESTING FOR SEISMIC-RESISTING COMPONENTS
3.8 SPECIAL INSPECTION FOR COMPONENTS, SUPPORTS, AND ATTACHMENTS
-- End of Section Table of Contents --
SECTION 26 05 48 Page 1
SECTION 26 05 48
SEISMIC PROTECTION FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
11/23
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)
ASME B18.21.1 (2009; R 2016) Washers: Helical Spring-Lock, Tooth Lock, and Plain Washers (Inch Series)
ASME B18.22M (1981; R 2017) Metric Plain Washers
AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)
AWS D1.1/D1.1M (2025) Structural Welding Code - Steel
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM A36/A36M (2019) Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
ASTM A53/A53M (2024) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless
ASTM A153/A153M (2023) Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware
ASTM A307 (2023) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts, Studs, and Threaded Rod 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength
ASTM A500/A500M (2023) Standard Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Rounds and Shapes
ASTM A563 (2021; E 2022a) Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts
ASTM A572/A572M (2021; E 2021) Standard Specification for High-Strength Low-Alloy Columbium-Vanadium Structural Steel
ASTM A603 (2019) Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated Steel Structural Wire Rope
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ASTM A992/A992M (2022) Standard Specification for Structural Steel Shapes
ASTM E580/E580M (2024a) Standard Practice for Installation of Ceiling Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panels in Areas Subject to Earthquake Ground Motions
ASTM F436 (2011) Hardened Steel Washers
ASTM F959/F959M (2017a; R 2023) Standard Specification for Compressible-Washer-Type Direct Tension Indicators for Use with Structural Fasteners, Inch and Metric Series
ASTM F3125/F3125M (2019) Standard Specification for High Strength Structural Bolts and Assemblies, Steel and Alloy Steel, Heat Treated, Inch Dimensions 120 ksi and 150 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength, and Metric Dimensions 830 MPa and 1040 MPa Minimum Tensile Strength
ICC EVALUATION SERVICE, INC. (ICC-ES)
ICC ES AC156 (2012) Acceptable Criteria for Seismic Certification by Shake-Table Testing of Nonstructural Components
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)
ICC IBC (2024) International Building Code
METAL FRAMING MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (MFMA)
MFMA-4 (2004) Metal Framing Standards Publication
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)
UFC 3-301-01 (2023; with Change 3, 2025) Structural Engineering
UL SOLUTIONS (UL)
UL 1598 (2021; Reprint Jan 2024) UL Standard for Safety Luminaires
VIBRATION ISOLATION AND SEISMIC CONTROL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION
(VISCMA)
VISCMA 413 (2014) Installing Seismic Restraints for Electrical Equipment
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1.2.1 General Requirements
Design and provide seismic supports and attachments in accordance with
UFC 3-301-01 .
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Components, supports, and attachments must comply with following structural design criteria:
Risk Category: II .
Seismic Design Category: D .
Seismic Design Spectral Response Acceleration Parameter at Short Period (SDS): 0.547.
Seismic Design Spectral Response Acceleration Parameter at period of 1 second (SD1): 0.500.
Seismic relative displacement within structure between level 1 and level 2 (Dp): 2.5 inches.
Apply the seismic requirements described in this section and on the drawings to the electrical components listed in paragraph ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS.
Electrical components and their supports must be attached or anchored to structure.
1.2.2 Electrical Components
Provide seismic supports and attachments for the following electrical components in accordance with the requirements of this specification:
Components with Importance Factor (Ip) = 1.0:
Light Fixtures Motors Storage Racks Transformers Distribution Systems Conduit, Cable Tray, and Raceway Utility and Service Lines
Components with Importance Factor (Ip) = 1.5 Designated Seismic Systems Fire detection and suppression systems Emergency exit lighting
1.2.3 Contractor Designed Supports and Attachments
Provide seismic supports and attachments for electrical components.
Contractor must retain services of a Registered Professional Engineer to design supports and attachments for electrical components. Supports and attachments, and isolation and energy dissipation systems that induce torsion in structural members are not permitted.
Submit copies of the Design Calculations and Design Drawings .
Calculations and Drawings must be stamped and signed by Contractor's Registered Professional Engineer.
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 Contractor Quality Control approval. 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:
SECTION 26 05 48 Page 4
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Equipment Requirements ; G
Lighting Fixtures ; G
SD-03 Product Data
Supports and Attachments ; G
Equipment Requirements ; G
Lighting Fixtures ; G
Flexible Fittings ; G
Anchors ; G
SD-05 Design Data
Design Calculations ; G
Design Drawings ; G
SD-06 Test Reports
Anchors ; G
SD-07 Certificates
ICC ES AC156 Shake Table Test ; G
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Equipment must be rugged enough to survive design seismic event.
Submit detail drawings of supports and attachments along with calculations, catalog cuts, templates, and erection and installation details, as appropriate, for the items listed in paragraph ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
Indicate thickness, type, grade, class of metal, and dimensions; and show construction details, reinforcement, anchorage, and installation with relation to the building construction.
Submit calculations and drawings that are stamped and signed by Contractor's registered professional engineer. Design must be based on actual equipment and system layout. Design must include calculated loads and capacity of materials utilized for the connection of the equipment or system to the structure. Analysis must detail anchoring methods. Include drawing for Designated Seismic System Equipment indicating the equipment location in the facility to be used for the installation. Equipment must be rigidly or flexibly mounted as indicated. Roof mounted equipment both vibration isolated and nonisolated, must have support members designed and anchored to building structure.
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2.1.1 Rigidly (Base and Suspended) Mounted Equipment
The following specific items of equipment must be constructed and assembled to withstand the seismic forces specified in UFC 3-301-01 .
Entirely locate each item of rigid electrical equipment and rigidly attach on one side only of a building expansion joint. Provide items such as electrical conduit, which cross the building expansion joint with flexible joints that are capable of accommodating displacements equal to the full width of the joint in each orthogonal direction.
Transformers
Equipment furnished under this Contract must be rigidly mounted. For any rigid equipment which is rigidly anchored, provide flexible joints for electrical conduit, cabletray, busway, and raceway, that are capable of accommodating displacements equal to the full width of the joint in both orthogonal directions. Designated Seismic Systems (DSS) for RC IV buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category (SDC) C, D, E, or F and Risk Category IV components needed for continued operation after an earthquake must have two nuts provided on each bolt.
2.2 LIGHTING FIXTURES
Provide lighting fixtures and supports and attachments conforming to
UL 1598 .
2.3 SUPPORTS AND ATTACHMENTS
Material used for members listed in this section, must conform with the following:
a. Plates, rods, and rolled shapes, ASTM A36/A36M, ASTM A572/A572M Grade 50, or ASTM A992/A992M .
b. Wire rope, ASTM A603 pre-stretched, with Class C weight zinc-coated wires throughout rope. Connect rope at ends using ferrule or saddle-type wire rope clamp systems. Ferrule clamps must be qualified by testing for use in seismic applications per VISCMA 413 .
Saddle-type clamps must be used with minimum of two clamps at each end of wire rope.
c. Tubes, ASTM A500/A500M , Grade B.
d. Pipes, ASTM A53/A53M, Grade B.
e. Angles, ASTM A36/A36M.
f. Channels (Struts) with in-turned lips and associated hardware for fastening to channels at discrete points conforming to MFMA-4.
g. Fasteners:
(1) High-strength bolts, ASTM F3125/F3125M , Grade A325, heavy hex.
(2) Nuts, ASTM A563. Use heavy hex nuts for high strength bolts and anchor bolts.
(3) Washers, ASME B18.22M and ASME B18.21.1 , except use ASTM F436 washers for high strength bolts.
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(4) Galvanized coating, ASTM A153/A153M .
(5) Direct Tension Indicator Washers, ASTM F959/F959M . Submit product data for direct tension indicator washers.
(6) Standard bolts, ASTM A307.
h. Anchor bolts:
(1) Cast in anchors: Refer to Section 05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL and 05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS for requirements.
(2) Post-installed anchors: Refer to Section 05 05 20 POST-INSTALLED CONCRETE AND MASONRY ANCHORS for requirements.
i. Welding: Refer to Section 05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL and Section 05 50 14 STRUCTURAL METAL FABRICATIONS for requirements.
2.4 FLEXIBLE FITTINGS
Provide flexible fittings to allow conduit, cabletray, busway, and raceway systems to accommodate seismic movement between equipment and conduit, cabletray, busway, and raceway systems and supporting structure. Use specification grade steel fittings conforming to Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Provide suitable expansion fittings that maintain electrical continuity by bonding jumper or other means. Flexible fittings must accommodate minimum of 4 inches seismic movement in each orthogonal directions.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 SUPPORTS AND ATTACHMENTS
Provide supports and attachments with continuous load path to distribute electrical component seismic loads to structure.
Provide supports and attachments for electrical components that conform to UFC 3-301-01 requirements. Install vertical diagonal braces at a 45-degree slope. Where interference is present, the slope may be minimum of 30 degrees or a maximum of 60 degrees per VISCMA 413 .
Provide bolted and welded connections for supports and attachments in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 .
Provide welding in accordance with AWS D1.1/D1.1M . Grind visible welds smooth in the finished installation.
3.2 BUILDING DRIFT
Do not attach electrical components to two dissimilar structural elements of a building that may respond differentially during an earthquake unless a flexible joint is provided. Electrical components, supports, and attachments must be capable of accommodating building story drifts, deflections, and relative displacements.
3.3 CONDUIT, CABLETRAY, BUSWAY, AND RACEWAY
Provide supports and attachments for conduit, cabletray, busway, and raceway conforming to the requirements of UFC 3-301-01 .
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3.4 LIGHTING FIXTURES
Provide lighting fixtures and supports conforming to the following:
3.4.1 Pendant Fixtures
Provide pendant fixtures conforming to the requirements of UFC 3-301-01 .
3.4.2 Ceiling Attached Fixtures
3.4.2.1 Recessed Fixtures
Support recessed individual or continuous-row mounted fixtures by a seismic-resistant suspended ceiling support system built in accordance with ASTM E580/E580M . Provide supports and attachments for the fixtures conforming to the requirements of UFC 3-301-01 . Recessed lighting fixtures not over 56 pounds in weight and not required to be supported separately from the structure, may be supported by and attached directly to the ceiling system runners using screws or bolts, number and size as required by the seismic design. Provide lock or screw attachments for fixture accessories, including diffusers and lenses.
3.4.2.2 Surface-Mounted Fixtures
Attach surface-mounted individual or continuous-row fixtures to a seismic-resistant ceiling support system built in accordance with Section 09 51 00 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS. Provide supports and attachments for the fixtures conforming to the requirements of UFC 3-301-01 .
3.4.3 Assembly Mounted on Outlet Box
Design a supporting assembly, that is intended to be mounted on an outlet box, to accommodate mounting features on 4 inch boxes, plaster rings, and fixture studs.
3.4.4 Wall-Mounted Emergency Light Unit
Design and secure attachments for wall-mounted emergency light units for the worst expected seismic disturbance at the site.
3.5 ANCHORS
3.5.1 General
Submit copies of test results to verify the adequacy of the specific anchor and application, as specified. Ensure housekeeping pads have adequate space to mount equipment and seismic restraint devices allowing adequate edge distance and embedment depth for restraint anchor bolts.
Identify position of reinforcing steel and other embedded items prior to drilling holes for post-installed anchors. Do not drill holes in concrete or masonry until concrete, mortar, or grout has achieved full design strength. Fill annular gap with nonshrink grout at equipment anchor bolts where clearance between anchor and equipment support hole exceeds 0.125 inches.
3.5.2 Cast-In-Place Anchors
Use templates to locate cast-in-place bolts accurately and securely in
SECTION 26 05 48 Page 8 formwork. Provide anchor bolts with an embedded straight length with heavy hex nut and plate washer as shown on drawings to provide required strength and ductility. Anchor bolts that exceed the normal depth of equipment foundation piers or pads must either extend into concrete floor or the foundation or increase depth of the piers or pads to accommodate bolt lengths.
3.5.3 Post-Installed Anchors
Refer to Section 05 05 20 POST-INSTALLED CONCRETE AND MASONRY ANCHORS for requirements.
3.6 EQUIPMENT SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS
3.6.1 Suspended Equipment
Provide supports and attachments for components supported from structural systems. Provide supports and attachments that consist of angles, rods, wire rope, bars, channels (struts) or pipes arranged as shown in bracing submittals and secured at both ends with not less than 1/2 inch bolts.
Provide sufficient supports and attachments to resist seismic forces as specified in UFC 3-301-01 without exceeding capacity of structural components. Provide, for approval, specific force calculations in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 for the project.
Submit details of supports and attachments for acceptance. In lieu of bracing with vertical supports, these items may be supported with hangers inclined at 45 degrees directed up and radially away from equipment and oriented symmetrically in 90-degree intervals on the horizontal plane, bisecting the angles of each corner of the equipment, provided that supporting members are properly sized to support operating weight when hangers are inclined. Where interference is present, the inclined hanger slope may be minimum of 30 degrees or a maximum of 60 degrees per
VISCMA 413 .
3.6.2 Floor or Pad Mounted Equipment
3.6.2.1 Shear Resistance
Bolt components to floor or pads. Provide bolts to resist seismic forces in accordance with paragraph ANCHORS.
3.6.2.2 Overturning Resistance
Use the ratio of the overturning moment from seismic forces to the resisting moment due to gravity loads to determine if overturning forces need to be considered in the sizing of anchor bolts. Provide calculations to verify the adequacy of the anchor bolts for combined shear and tension. Provide bolts to resist seismic forces in accordance with paragraph ANCHORS.
3.7 SPECIAL TESTING FOR SEISMIC-RESISTING COMPONENTS
Electrical components designated as Designated Seismic Systems required to remain operational after an earthquake must be seismic qualified by shake table testing conforming to ICC ES AC156 Shake Table Test procedures. The manufacturer is to provide a certification by a fully qualified testing agency for the specific components. Prequalified certifications are acceptable unless noted otherwise.
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Components that are required to be certified must bear permanent marking or nameplates constructed of a durable heat and water resistant material.
Provide component identification nameplates in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 .
Mechanically attach nameplates to electrical components.
3.8 SPECIAL INSPECTION FOR COMPONENTS, SUPPORTS, AND ATTACHMENTS
Perform special inspections for seismic-resisting systems, designated seismic systems, components, supports and attachments, and equipment per Section 01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTION attachment Schedule of Special Inspections and ICC IBC 1705.13.4; electrical components per ICC IBC 1705.13.6.
Provide a Final Special Inspection Report in accordance with UFC 3-301-01 .
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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
SECTION 26 05 73
POWER SYSTEM STUDIES
08/23
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1.3 SUBMITTALS
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4.1 System Analyzer
1.4.2 System Verifier
PART 2 PRODUCTS
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 FIELD EXAMINATION
3.1.1 General
3.1.2 Safety
3.1.3 Application of Arc Flash Labels
3.2 POWER SYSTEM STUDIES
3.2.1 Scope of Studies
3.2.2 Determination of Facts
3.2.3 Single Line Diagram
3.2.4 Load Flow Study
3.2.5 Fault Current Study
3.2.6 System Coordination Study
3.2.7 Arc Flash Hazard Study
3.2.8 Study report(s)
3.2.9 Arc Flash Labels
3.3 MODELING
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POWER SYSTEM STUDIES
08/23
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 1584 (2018; E 2019) Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations
IEEE 1584.1 (2022) Guide for the Specification of Scope and Deliverable Requirements for an Arc-Flash Hazard Calculation Study
IEEE 3002.2 (2018) Recommended Practice for Conducting Load-Flow Studies and Analysis of Industrial and Commercial Power Systems
IEEE 3002.3 (2018) Recommended Practice for Conducting Short-Circuit Studies and Analysis of Industrial and Commercial Power Systems
IEEE C2 (2023) National Electrical Safety Code
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 70E (2024) Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)
UFC 3-560-01 (2017; with Change 3, 2023) Operation and Maintenance: Electrical Safety
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The power system covered by this specification consists of: Medium voltage distribution from an existing sectionalizing cabinet to the facility service transformer, the facility service transformer, and premises power distribution for the facility and associated site features..
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 Contractor Quality Control approval. 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
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01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals
Field Examination Plan ; G
Arc Flash Label Formats ; G
SD-06 Test Reports
Field Examination
SD-07 Certificates
System Analyzer ; G
SD-11 Closeout Submittals
Model Files ; G
Load Flow Study ; G
Fault Current Study ; G
System Coordination Study ; G
Arc Flash Hazard Study ; G
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4.1 System Analyzer
The System Analyzer must perform the power system studies. The System Analyzer must be a registered professional electrical engineer with a minimum of 3 years of experience with power system studies. Include a list of three comparable jobs performed by the System Analyzer with specific names and telephone numbers for reference. Include the license number and state of the registered Professional Engineer.
1.4.2 System Verifier
The System Verifier may inspect and record settings, markings, and otherwise document the existing equipment. The System Verifier may also place appropriate hazard labels on equipment. The System Verifier must not make any calibrations or adjustments or place equipment into service.
When working with energized equipment, the system verifier must be a Qualified Person per NFPA 70E or working under the direct supervision of a Qualified Person.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
Not used.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 FIELD EXAMINATION
For each pre- and post-study inspection, submit a field examination plan identifying which facilities must be examined to complete the required
SECTION 26 05 73 Page 3 work. Include a complete information verification procedure, where Qualified Personnel will be required, PPE requirements for "live" equipment examinations, and equipment to be used within the limited approach boundary of the equipment.
3.1.1 General
Perform field inspections of the site and equipment before the first study and after the last study to determine the state and settings of the equipment and to verify the final settings agree with the studies.
Perform the post-study inspection(s) after changing settings, after performing acceptance tests, and before placing equipment in service.The post-study inspection may be performed by the testing organization approved in 26 08 00 APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING.
Schedule the field examination by the System Verifier with the Contracting Officer at least 10 business days before conducting examination. Furnish all materials, labor, and equipment necessary to conduct the examination.
Maintain a written record of the all equipment examined, equipment location, equipment ratings, settings, personnel involved, and the date the examination was performed. Submit the written record of each field examination .
3.1.2 Safety
Where examination of the equipment requires energized equipment to be opened, provide a Qualified Person to directly supervising any non-Qualified Person within the hazard area. Use PPE, protective barriers, danger signs and other safety devices to protect and warn personnel in the vicinity of "live" equipment being examined.
3.1.3 Application of Arc Flash Labels
Install arc flash warning labels using Qualified Personnel as necessary after the setting and inspection is complete. For new or modified equipment, install labels before the equipment is energized for the first time after installation/modification or setting changes. Schedule the label placement with the Contracting Officer at least 5 business days before label placement. Furnish all materials, labor, and equipment necessary to place the labels. Maintain a written record of the all equipment that received labels, personnel involved, and the date labels were placed.
3.2 POWER SYSTEM STUDIES
Perform power system studies to demonstrate that the equipment selected and system constructed meet the contract requirements for fault current and interrupt ratings, coordination, protection, and Arc Flash Hazard.
Submit reports of the studies along with protective device equipment submittals. Apply Arc Flash Hazard labels to equipment after the studies are approved. Update and resubmit the studies after any changes to the equipment or systems which may affect the study results, and re-apply Arc Flash Hazard labels to equipment after the resubmitted studies are approved. The Government is not responsible for any changes to equipment, device ratings, settings, or additional labor for installation of equipment or devices or labels ordered and/or procured before approval of the study.
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3.2.1 Scope of Studies
The scope of the studies must begin at the utility service entrance of the building and extend down to load buses/panels where the fault current is 2,000 amperes or less (symmetrical) for distribution buses nominally operating at 208 volt AC and above.
The "source bus" is the source of energy for system being analyzed. This may be the energy feed from a utility, the first bus upstream of the work, generators within the work or upstream of the work, or any other source capable of contributing significant energy into the system being analyzed.
In the systems model for the studies, incorporate all existing and new equipment within the scope of the studies. Incorporate any additional sources or load equipment necessary to accurately model the system's performance.
Where multiple sources of power may be in service in various combinations or where electrical loops are in the system, incorporate into the studies all the modes of operation to evaluate the impact of the modes of operation on the system.
3.2.2 Determination of Facts
Determine and document the time-current characteristics, features, ratings, ampacities, and nameplate data for each existing protective device, electrical equipment, and feeder cables. Obtain the available fault current from the owner of the source bus.
3.2.3 Single Line Diagram
Provide a single line diagram showing the electrical system buses, devices, transformation points, and all sources of load current and fault current, including generator and motor contributions. Provide a diagram from the system model. Each bus, device or transformation point must have a unique identifier. Show the location of switches, breakers, and circuit interrupting devices on the diagram together with available fault data, and the device interrupting rating.
The naming of existing components within the system model and single line diagram must match existing installed equipment names. The naming of new components within the system model and single line diagram must use unique identifiers and be coordinated with the Government.
3.2.4 Load Flow Study
Perform the load flow study in accordance with IEEE 3002.2 to identify initital steady-state conditions for the fault current study. For each operating scenario, provide load flow results on the diagram or in the report. Show or describe the loading factors and assumptions used in each operating mode.
3.2.5 Fault Current Study
Use the results of the load flow study to perform the fault current study in accordance with IEEE 3002.3 . Provide balanced three-phase fault, bolted line-to-line fault, and single line-to-ground fault current values at each voltage transformation point and at each power distribution bus.
For each location, show in tabular form on the diagram or in the report
SECTION 26 05 73 Page 5 the maximum and minimum available fault currents of all modes of operation for that location.
Where the available fault current at the source bus is not available, describe how the fault contribution from the source bus was determined and why this method is reasonable for the study.
3.2.6 System Coordination Study
Use the results of the load flow study and fault current study. For normal modes of operation, demonstrate that selectivity has been obtained between the devices within the scope of the project. Demonstrate the equipment, machines, and conductors are protected from damage from overloads and fault conditions. Include a description of the coordination of the protective devices in this project. Provide a written narrative describing which devices may operate in the event of a fault at each bus;
the logic used to arrive at device ratings and settings; situations where system coordination is not achievable due to device limitations;
coordination between upstream and downstream devices; and relay settings.
Provide recommendations to improve or enhance system reliability, and detail where such changes would involve additions or modifications to the contract and cost damages (addition or reduction). Provide composite coordination plots on a log-log scale. Where recommendations are provided to improve or enhance system reliability, provide separate coordination plots on log-log scale showing the system coordination before and after the implementation of the recommendations. Where coordination has been adjusted to lower arc flash values, include a discussion of the change and the impact on the system within the report.
3.2.7 Arc Flash Hazard Study
Perform the arc flash hazard study in accordance with IEEE 1584.1 .
Utilize the data from the fault current study to determine the worst case incident energy per IEEE 1584 , IEEE C2 , and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 Appendix E. Use identified modes of operation to determine the worst case arc flash energy. If not included in another study, include a description of the devices and device settings for the operating modes that provided the highest arc flash energy. The use of a "maintenance switch" to temporarily reduce the Arc Flash incident energy for maintenance work is acceptable. Where the adjusting the coordination of devices to obtain lower arc flash values, include a discussion of the change and the impact on the system within the report. .
Where the AC system voltage is 208 volts or less with an available short-circuit current less than 2000 A, an arc flash hazard study is not required.
3.2.8 Study report(s)
a. Include a narrative describing the studies performed; the bases and methods used; and the desired method of coordinated protection of the power system.
b. Include descriptive and technical data for existing devices and new protective devices proposed. Include manufacturers published data, nameplate data, and definition of the fixed or adjustable features of the existing or new protective devices. For existing devices, included statements on the condition of the equipment based upon field
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c. Document source data including system voltages, fault MVA, system X/R ratio, time-current characteristic curves, current transformer ratios, and relay device numbers and settings; . Identify all assumptions about the protection devices, equipment, and system where data was not available.
d. For each bus in the system, provide fully coordinated composite time-current characteristics (TCC) curves as required to ensure coordinated power system protection between protective devices and equipment. In a tabular format, provide recommended ratings and settings of all protective devices.
e. Provide an arc flash study report in accordance with IEEE 1584.1 .
f. Provide the calculations performed for the studies, including computer programs utilized. Provide the name of the software package, developer, and version number.
f. The System Analyzer must stamp the study reports.
3.2.9 Arc Flash Labels
Provide arc flash warning labels on electrical equipment likely to require examination, servicing, or maintenance while energized. Typical types of equipment include pad-mounted transformers, switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, disconnect switches, industrial control panels, meter socket enclosures, and motor control centers that are in other than dwelling occupancies. The arc flash label naming must match the naming used in the system modeling and the single line diagram.
Comply with the label requirements specified in UFC 3-560-01 NFPA 70E.
Obtain approval of arc flash label formats before printing.
a. Provide a 3.5 inch x 5 inch to 4 inch x 6 inch thermal transfer type label of high adhesion polyester for each location device analyzed.
The label must remain in place and be legible for at least 5 years in the installed environment.
b. Labels must be machine printed with no field markings. Provide arc flash labels in the following manner. All labels must be based on implemented overcurrent devices and settings.
1. Provide at least one arc flash label for each 480 volt and 208 volt panelboards.
2. Provide at least one arc flash label for each low voltage (less than 1000 V) switchboard.
3. Where the equipment construction has different hazards levels in different areas, provide a single label representing the worst case hazard for all branch circuits and a separate unique label for the compartment containing the main protective device. On the worst case label, indicate which branch circuit compartments have the worst case hazard.
c. Use the worst case hazard of all operating scenarios unless mitigation procedures are used. If mitigation procedures are used, explain the
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3.3 MODELING
Develop a software model of the electrical system identified in the scope of the studies. Use the latest version of SKM PowerTools(TM) or EasyPower(TM). Develop the model with accurate, verified information.
Model existing electrical equipment, machines, devices, and conductors directly connected to, altered by, or otherwise affected by the work. This includes, but is not limited to generators, transformers, switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, motor control centers, motors, voltage regulators, tap changers, protective relays, circuit breakers, switches, fuses, conductors, capacitors, reactors, grounding system, and control equipment.
Provide the final model files in their native editable formats for future use by the Government. Include device information for devices not in the software vendor's standard distribution.
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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
SECTION 26 08 00
APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING
11/22
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
1.3 SUBMITTALS
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4.1 Qualifications
1.4.2 Acceptance Tests and Inspections Reports
1.4.3 Acceptance Test and Inspections Procedure
PART 2 PRODUCTS
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 ACCEPTANCE TESTS AND INSPECTIONS
3.2 SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE
3.3 PLACING EQUIPMENT IN SERVICE
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SECTION 26 08 00
APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING
11/22
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.
INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL TESTING ASSOCIATION (NETA)
NETA ATS (2021) Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems
1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM applies to this section with additions and modifications specified herein.
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 Contractor Quality Control approval. 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-06 Test Reports
Acceptance Tests and Inspections ; G
SD-07 Certificates
Qualifications of Organization, and Lead Engineering Technician; G
Acceptance Test and Inspections Procedure ; G
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4.1 Qualifications
Engage the services of a qualified testing organization to provide inspection, testing, calibration, and adjustment of the electrical distribution system and generation equipment listed in paragraph ACCEPTANCE TESTS AND INSPECTIONS herein. Organization must be independent of the supplier, manufacturer, and installer of the equipment. The organization must be a first tier subcontractor. No work required by this section of the specification may be performed by a second tier subcontractor.
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a. Submit name and qualifications of organization. Organization must have been regularly engaged in the testing of electrical materials, devices, installations, and systems for a minimum of 5 years. The organization must have a calibration program, and test instruments used must be calibrated in accordance with NETA ATS.
b. Submit name and qualifications of the lead engineering technician performing the required testing services. Include a list of three comparable jobs performed by the technician with specific names and telephone numbers for reference. Testing, inspection, calibration, and adjustments must be performed by an engineering technician, certified by NETA (Level III) or the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) with a minimum of 5 years' experience inspecting, testing, and calibrating electrical distribution and generation equipment, systems, and devices.
1.4.2 Acceptance Tests and Inspections Reports
Submit certified copies of inspection reports and test reports. Include certification of compliance with specified requirements, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective action when appropriate. Type and neatly bind test reports to form a part of the final record. Submit test reports documenting the results of each test not more than 10 days after test is completed.
1.4.3 Acceptance Test and Inspections Procedure
Submit test procedure reports for each item of equipment to be field tested at least 45 days prior to planned testing date. Do not perform testing until after test procedure has been approved.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
Not used.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 ACCEPTANCE TESTS AND INSPECTIONS
Testing organization will perform acceptance tests and inspections. Test methods, procedures, and test values must be performed and evaluated in accordance with NETA ATS, the manufacturer's recommendations, and paragraph FIELD QUALITY CONTROL of each applicable specification section.
Tests identified as optional in NETA ATS are not required unless otherwise specified. Place equipment in service only after completion of required tests and evaluation of the test results have been completed. Supply to the testing organization complete sets of shop drawings, settings of adjustable devices, and other information necessary for an accurate test and inspection of the system prior to the performance of any final testing. Notify Contracting Officer at least 14 days in advance of when tests will be conducted by the testing organization. Perform acceptance tests and inspections on applicable equipment and systems specified in the following sections:
b. Section 26 12 19 PAD-MOUNTED, LIQUID-FILLED, MEDIUM-VOLTAGE
TRANSFORMERS
e. Section 33 71 02 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION. Medium voltage cables and grounding systems only.
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3.2 SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE
Final acceptance of the system is contingent upon satisfactory completion of acceptance tests and inspections.
3.3 PLACING EQUIPMENT IN SERVICE
A representative of the approved testing organization must be present when equipment tested by the organization is initially energized and placed in service.
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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
SECTION 26 12 19
PAD-MOUNTED, LIQUID-FILLED, MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS
05/24
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
1.3 DEFINITIONS
1.4 SUBMITTALS
1.4.1 Reduced Submittal Requirements
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.5.1 Pad-Mounted Transformer Drawings
1.5.2 Regulatory Requirements
1.5.3 Standard Products
1.5.3.1 Alternative Qualifications
1.5.3.2 Material and Equipment Manufacturing Date
1.6 MAINTENANCE
1.6.1 Additions to Operation and Maintenance Data
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 PRODUCT COORDINATION
2.2 THREE-PHASE PAD-MOUNTED TRANSFORMERS
2.2.1 Compartments
2.2.1.1 High Voltage, Dead-Front
2.2.1.2 Low Voltage
2.2.2 Transformer
2.2.2.1 Specified Transformer Efficiencies
2.2.3 Insulating Liquid
2.2.3.1 Liquid-Filled Transformer Nameplates
2.2.4 Corrosion Protection
2.3 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS
2.4 ARC FLASH WARNING LABEL
2.5 GROUNDING AND BONDING
2.6 PADLOCKS
2.7 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
2.8 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
2.8.1 Transformer Test Schedule
2.8.2 Design Tests
2.8.3 Routine and Other Tests
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.2 GROUNDING
3.2.1 Grounding Electrodes
3.2.2 Pad-Mounted Transformer Grounding
3.2.3 Connections
3.2.4 Grounding and Bonding Equipment
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3.3 INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT AND ASSEMBLIES
3.4 FIELD APPLIED PAINTING
3.5 FOUNDATION FOR EQUIPMENT AND ASSEMBLIES
3.5.1 Cast-In-Place Concrete
3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
3.6.1 Performance of Acceptance Checks and Tests
3.6.1.1 Pad-Mounted Transformers
3.6.1.2 Grounding System
3.6.1.3 Surge Arresters, Medium- and High-Voltage
3.6.2 Follow-Up Verification
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PAD-MOUNTED, LIQUID-FILLED, MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS
05/24
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.
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM A240/A240M (2024) Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
ASTM D92 (2012a) Standard Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup Tester
ASTM D97 (2017b) Standard Test Method for Pour Point of Petroleum Products
ASTM D877/D877M (2019) Standard Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown Voltage of Insulating Liquids Using Disk Electrodes
ASTM D1535 (2014; R 2018) Standard Practice for Specifying Color by the Munsell System
FM GLOBAL (FM)
FM APP GUIDE (updated on-line) Approval Guide https://www.approvalguide.com/
INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)
IEEE 386 (2016) Separable Insulated Connector Systems for Power Distribution Systems Rated 2.5 kV through 35 kV
IEEE C2 (2023) National Electrical Safety Code
IEEE C37.47 (2011) Standard for High Voltage Distribution Class Current-Limiting Type Fuses and Fuse Disconnecting Switches
IEEE C57.12.00 (2021)…
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