Brigham City Corporation
Project Bid Specifications
Table of Contents
AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES
BOXES
CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
COMMERCIAL LAVATORIES
COMMERCIAL SINKS
CONDUIT
DOMESTIC WATER PIPING
DOMESTIC WATER
DOOR HARDWARE
ELECTRICAL SERVICE ENTRANCE
ESCUTCHEONS FOR PLUMBING PIPING
GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING
GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELCTRICAL SYSTEMS
HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES
HVAC POWER VENTILATORS
IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC
LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS
METAL DUCTS
COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT
OVERHEAD COILING DOORS
PANELBOARDS
PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION
RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING FIXTURES
SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING
SANITARY WASTE INTERCEPTORS
SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR PLUMBING PIPING
TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING FOR HVAC
THERMAL INSULATION
UNIT PRICES
VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
ELECTRIC, DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS
WIRING DEVICES
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AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES
1.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A.Product data: For each type of product.
B.Shop Drawings: For duct accessories. Include plans, elevations, sections, details and attachments to other work.
a.Detail duct accessories fabrication and installation in ducts and other construction. Include dimensions, weights, loads, and required clearances; and method of field assembly into duct systems and other construction. Include the following: i.Special fittings.
ii.Manual volume damper installations
iii.Control damper installations
iv.Wiring diagrams: for power, signal and control wiring
1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A.Operation and maintenance data.
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 INSTALLATION
A.Install duct accessories according to applicable details in SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible” for metal ducts and in NAIMA AH116, “Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards,” for fibrous glass ducts.
B.Install duct accessories of materials suited to duct materials; use galvanized steel accessories in galvanized steel and fibrous glass ducts stainless steel accessories in stainless steel ducts and aluminum accessories in aluminum ducts.
C.Install backdraft dampers at inlet of exhaust fans or exhaust ducts as close as possible to exhaust fan unless otherwise indicated.
D.Install flexible connectors to connect ducts to equipment.
BOXES
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A.Wall and ceiling outlet boxes.
B.Pull and junction boxes.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 OUTLET BOXES
A.Sheet metal outlet boxes: NEMA OS 1, galvanized steel.
B.Cast boxes: NEMA FB 1, Type FD. Provide threaded hubs.
C.Wall Plates for Finished Areas: As specified in “Wiring Devices” Section.
2.2 PULL AND JUNCTION BOXES
A.Sheet Metal Boxes: NEMA OS 1, galvanized steel.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A.Install boxes securely, in a neat and workmanlike manner, as specified in NECA 1.
B.Install in locations as shown on Drawings, and as required for splices, taps, wire pulling, and equipment connections and as required by NFPA 70.
C.Coordinate installation of outlet boxes for equipment with owner.
D.Set wall mounted boxes at elevations to accommodate mountain heights specified in section for outlet device.
E.Electrical boxes are shown on Drawings in approximate locations unless dimensioned. Adjust box locations up to 5 feet if required to accommodate intended purpose.
F.Install pull boxes and unction boxes above accessible ceilings and in unfinished areas only.
G.Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlets mounted above counters, benches, and backsplashes.
H.Locate outlet boxes to allow luminaries positioned as shown on reflected ceiling plan.
I.Align adjacent wall mounted outlet boxes for switches, thermostats and similar devices.
J.Use flush mounting outlet box in finished areas.
K.Unless otherwise indicated, provide separate boxes for line voltage and low voltage systems.
L.Do no fasten boxes to ceiling support wires.
M.Large Pull Boxes: Use hinged enclosure in interior dry locations, surface-mounted cast metal box in other locations.
3.3 ADJUSTING
A.Adjust flush-mounting outlets to make front flush with finished wall material.
CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A.Concrete forming and accessories
B.Concrete foundations and anchor bolts, floors and slabs on grade.
C.Concrete reinforcing.
D.Joint devices associated with concrete work.
E.Miscellaneous concrete elements, including equipment pads, light pole bases, thrust blocks, and similar items.
F.Concrete curbing
1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A.ACI 211.1 – Standard practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal, Heavyweight, and Mass Concrete; American Concrete Institute International.
B.ACI 301 - Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings; American Concrete Institute International.
C.ACI 302.1R - Guide for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction; American Concrete Institute International.
D.ACI 304R - Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting, and Placing Concrete; American Concrete Institute International.
E.ACI305R - Hot Weather Concreting; American Concrete Institute International.
F.ACI 306R - Cold Weather Concreting; American Concrete Institute International.
G.ACI 308R - Guide to Curing Concrete; American Concrete Institute International.
H.ACI309R - Guide for Consolidation of Concrete.
I.ACI 318 - Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary; American Concrete Institute International.
J.ASTM C33/C33M - Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates.
K.ASTM C39/C39M - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens.
L.ASTM C94/C94M - Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete.
M.ASTM C143/C143M - Standard Test Method for Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete.
N.ASTM C150/C150M - Standard Specification for Portland Cement.
O.ASTM C171 - Standard Specification for Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete.
P.ASTM C230/C230M - Flow Table for Use in Tests of Hydraulic Cement.
Q.ASTM C260 - Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete.
R.ASTM C309 – Standard Specification for Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for Curing Concrete.
S.ASTM C330 - Standard Specification for Lightweight Aggregates for Structural Concrete.
T.ASTM C494/C494M - Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete. ASTM C685/C685M - Standard Specification for Concrete Made by Volumetric Batching and Continuous Mixing.
U.ASTM C881/C881M - Standard Specification for Epoxy-Resin-Base Bonding Systems for Concrete.
V.ASTM C1059/C1059M - Standard Specification for Latex Agents for Bonding Fresh to Hardened Concrete.
W.ASTM C1107/C1107M - Standard Specification for Packaged Dry, Hydraulic-Cement Grout (Nonshrink).
X.ASTM C1602/C1602M - Standard Specification for Mixing Water Used in the Production of Hydraulic Cement Concrete; 2012.
Y.ASTM D1751 - Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete Paving and Structural Construction (Nonextruding and Resilient Bituminous Types).
Z.ASTM 02103 - Standard Specification for Polyethylene Film and Sheeting.
AA.ASTM E96/E96M - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials. CC.ASTM E1745 - Standard Specification for Plastic Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Soil or Granular Fill under Concrete Slabs.
1.03 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A.Coordination:
a.Coordinate the installation of grade beams with size, location and installation of underground service utilities.
b.Coordinate placement of embedded items with erection of concrete formwork and placement of form accessories.
c.Coordinate the use and application of specified curing methods for slabs and floor surfaces with accepted flooring system manufacturers.
B.Pre-installation Meeting: Conduct a pre-installation meeting one week prior to the start of the work of this Section.
a.Attendance: Contractor's quality control supervisor or superintendent, Architect, structural engineer, Owner's independent testing agency, and all affected trades including reinforcing subcontractor and concrete supplier.
b.Discuss construction document requirements, required clarifications to construction documents, construction schedule, and coordination of affected trades.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 FORMING
A.Formwork Design and Construction: Comply with guidelines of ACI 347 to provide formwork that will produce concrete complying with tolerances of ACI 117.
B.Forming Materials: Contractor’s choice of standard products with sufficient strength to withstand hydrostatic head without distortion in excess of permitted tolerances.
a.Earth Cuts: Do not use earth cuts as forms for vertical surfaces. Natural rock formations that maintain a stable vertical edge may be used as side forms.
b.Form Coating: Release agent that will not adversely affect concrete or interfere with application of coatings.
c.Form Ties: Cone snap type that will leave no metal within 1-1/2 inches of concrete surface.
C.Void Forms: Moisture resistant treated paper faces, biodegradable, structurally sufficient to support weight of wet concrete mix until initial set; 4 inches thick
2.02 REINFORCING
A.Reinforcing Steel: ASTM A615/A615M Grade 60 (420)
a.Type: Deformed billet-steel bars.
b.Finish: Unfinished.
B.Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A185/A185M, plain type.
a.Form: Flat Sheets.
b.Mesh Size and Wire Gage: As indicated on Drawings. C.Reinforcement Accessories:
a.Tie Wire: Annealed, minimum 16 gauge
b.Chairs, Bolsters, Bar Supports, and Spacers: Sized and shaped for adequate support of reinforcement during concrete placement.
2.03 CONCRETE MATERIALS
A.Cement: ASTM C150, Type II (Moderate) Portland type.
a.Acquire all cement for entire project from same source. B.Fine and Course Aggregates: ASTM C33.
a.Acquire all aggregates for entire project from same source. C.Fly Ash: ASTM C618, Class F.
a.Limit use to 20 percent of cement content, by weight, unless otherwise specified. D.Water: ASTM C1602/C1602M; clean and not detrimental to concrete.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSTALLING REINFORCEMENT AND OTHER EMBEDDED ITEMS
A.Verify that anchors, seats, plates, reinforcement and other items to be cast into concrete are accurately placed, positioned securely and will not interfere with concrete placement.
3.02 PLACING CONCRETE
A.Place concrete in accordance with ACI 304R.
B.Place concrete for floor slabs in accordance with ACI 302.1R
C.Finish floors level and flat, unless otherwise indicated, within the tolerances specified in this Section.
3.03 SLAB JOINTING
A.Isolation Joints: Use preformed joint filler with removable top section for joint sealant, total height equal to thickness of slab, set flush with top of slab.
a.Install wherever necessary to separate slab from other building members, including columns, walls, equipment foundations, footings, stairs, manholes, sumps, and drains.
b.Separate piping, conduit, and similar penetrations through slabs on grade to allow free vertical movement of slab or penetrating element.
B.Saw Cut Contraction Joints: Saw cut joints before concrete begins to cool, within 4 to 12 hours after placing; use 3/6 inch thick blade and cut at least 1 inch deep but not less than one quarter (1/4) the depth of the slab.
C.Contraction Joint Devices: Use preformed joint device, with top set flush with top of slab.
D.Construction Joints: Where not otherwise indicated, use metal combination screed and key form, with removable top section for joint sealant.
3.04 FLOOR FLATNESS AND LEVELNESS TOLERANCES
A.Exposed Concrete Floors: 3/16 inch in 10 ft.
B.Corrective Measures:
a.Correct the slab surface if tolerances are less than specified
3.05 CONCRETE FINISHING
A.Concrete Slabs: Finish to requirements of ACI 302.1R, and as follows:
a.Surfaces to Receive Thin Floor Coverings: “Steel trowel” as described in ACI.1R; thin floor coverings include carpeting, resilient flooring and seamless flooring.
b.Other Surfaces to Be Left Exposed: “Steel trowel” as described in ACI302.1R, minimizing burnish marks and other appearance defects.
B.In areas with floor drains, maintain floor elevation at walls; pitch surfaces uniformly to drains at 1:100 nominal.
3.06 PROTECTION
A.Do not permit traffic over unprotected concrete floor surface until fully cured.
COMMERCIAL LAVATORIES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A.Section Includes: Lavatories and Faucets.
1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A.Operation and Maintenance Data: For lavatories and faucets to include in operation and maintenance manuals.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 VITREOUS-CHINA, WALL-MOUNTED LAVATORIES
A.Manufacturers
a.American Standard America
b.Briggs Plumbing Products, Inc.
c.Crane Plumbing, L.L.C.
d.Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; ProFlo brand
e.Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC
f.Kohler Co
g.Mansfield Plumbing Products LLC
h.Peerless Pottery Sales, Inc.
i.Zurn Industries, LLC: Commercial Brass and Fixtures
2.2 SOLID BRASS, MANUALLY OPERATED FAUCETS
A.Manufacturers
a.American Standard America
b.Kohler Co
c.Moen Incorporated
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A.Examine roughing-in of water supply and sanitary drainage and vent piping systems to verify actual locations of piping connections before lavatory installation.
B.Examine counters and walls for suitable conditions where lavatories will be installed.
C.Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A.Install lavatories level and plumb according to roughing-in drawings.
B.Install supports, affixed to building substrate, for wall-mounted lavatories.
C.Install accessible wall-mounted lavatories at handicapped/elderly mounting height for people with disabilities or the elderly, according to ICC/ANSI A117.1.
D.Install wall flanges or escutcheons at piping wall penetrations in exposed, finished locations. Use deep-pattern escutcheons if required to conceal protruding fittings. Comply with escutcheon requirements specified in “Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping.” Section.
E.Seal joints between lavatories and counters and walls using sanitary-type, one-part, mildew-resistant silicone sealant. Match sealant color to fixture color.
F.Install protective shielding pipe covers and enclosures on exposed supplies and waste piping of accessible lavatories. Comply with requirements in “Plumbing Piping Insulation.” Section.
3.3 CONNECTIONS
A.Connect fixtures with water supplies, stops and risers, and with traps, soil, waste, and vent piping. Use size fittings required to match fixtures.
B.Comply with soil and waste piping requirements specified in “Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping.” Section
3.4 ADJUSTING
A.Operate and adjust lavatories and controls. Replace damaged and malfunctioning lavatories, fittings and controls.
B.Adjust water pressure at faucets to produce proper flow
C.Install fresh batteries in battery-powered, electronic-sensor mechanisms.
3.5 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.After completing installation of lavatories, inspect and repair damaged finishes.
B.Clean lavatories, faucets, and other fittings with manufacturers’ recommended cleaning methods and materials.
C.Provide protective covering for installed lavatories and fittings.
D.Do not allow use of lavatories for temporary facilities unless approved in writing by Owner.
COMMERCIAL SINKS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A.Section Includes: Service sinks.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 SERVICE SINKS
A.Manufacturers
d.American Standard America
e.Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC.
f.Kohler Co PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A.Examine roughing-in of water supply and sanitary drainage and vent piping systems to verify actual locations of piping connections before sink installation.
B.Examine walls, floors, and counters for suitable where sinks will be installed.
C.Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A.Install sinks level and plumb according to roughing-in drawings.
B.Install supports, affixed to building substrate, for wall-hung sinks.
C.Install water supply piping with stop on each supply to each sink faucet. Install stops in locations here they can be easily reached for operation.
D.Install wall flanges or escutcheons at piping wall penetrations in exposed, finished locations. Use deep-pattern escutcheons if required to conceal protruding fittings. Comply with escutcheon requirements specified in “Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping.”
E.Seal joints between sinks and counters, floors, and walls using sanitary-type, one-part, mildew-resistant silicone sealant. Match sealant color to fixture color.
3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.After completing installation of sinks, inspect and repair damaged finishes.
B.Clean sinks, faucets, and other fittings with manufacturers’ recommended cleaning methods and materials.
C.Provide protective covering for installed sinks and fittings.
CONDUIT
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A.Conduit, fittings and conduit bodies.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 CONDUIT REQUIREMENTS
A.Conduit Size: Comply with NFPA 70. Minimum size: ½ inch unless otherwise specified.
B.Underground Installations:
a.More than 5 feet from Foundation Wall: Use nonmetallic conduit.
b.Within 5 Feet from Foundation Wall: Use PVC coated rigid steel conduit.
c.Minimum Size: 1 inch.
d.Refer to Specification L-110 for installation requirements for underground conduit.
C.Outdoor Locations Above Grade: Use rigid steel conduit.
D.Dry Locations:
a.Concealed: Use electrical metallic tubing.
b.Exposed: Use electrical metallic tubing.
2.2 METAL CONDUIT
A.Rigid Steel Conduit: ANSI C80.1.
B.Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA FB 1; material to match conduit.
2.3 PVC COATED RIGID STEEL CONDUIT
A.Description: NEMA RN 1; rigid steel conduit with external PVC coating.
B.Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA FB 1; steel fittings with external PVC coating to match conduit.
2.4 FLEXIBLE METAL CONDUIT
A.Description: Interlocked steel or aluminum construction.
B.Fittings: NEMA FB 1.
2.5 LIQUIDTIGHT FLEXIBLE METAL CONDUIT
A.Description: Interlocked steel or aluminum construction with PVC jacket.
B.Fittings: NEMA FB 1.
2.6 ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING (EMT)
A.Description: ANSI C80.3; galvanized tubing
B.Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA FB 1; steel type.
2.7 NONMETALLIC CONDUIT
A.Description: NEMA TC1; Schedule 40 PVC
B.Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA TC 3.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A.Conduit may be exposed in utility areas, such as garage, storage, mechanical, and electrical rooms. Conduit and cables shall be concealed in all other areas.
B.Do not support conduit with wire or perforated pipe straps. Remove wire used for temporary supports.
C.Do not attach conduit to ceiling support wires.
D.Arrange conduit to maintain headroom and present neat appearance.
E.Ground and bond conduit.
F.Use Flexible conduit only for connections to equipment requiring flexibility, such as transformers, air conditioning condensing units and ventilation fans.