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SECTION 03 00 00 - CONCRETE

PART 1 - NEW CONSTRUCTION

1. SUB-BASE COMPACTION
   1. Engage a licensed geotechnical consultant to investigate subsurface conditions and develop soil parameters for design and construction of foundations, ground-supported slabs, and pavement.
2. UNDERSLAB VAPOR BARRIER
   1. Provide minimum 15 mil sheet vapor barrier system with fully sealed edges and penetrations under all new interior slabs on grade. Vapor barrier shall have a permeance of 0.01 perms or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E1745, Section 7.
3. MINIMUM CONCRETE STRENGTH
   1. Concrete 28-day compressive strength shall be selected as required for the particular application and shall meet or exceed minimum strengths for the member-specific exposure conditions outlined in ACI 318. In general, concrete shall meet or exceed the following minimum strengths (or greater, as required by design or exposure condition):
      1. Spread footings: 3,500 psi.
      2. Grade beams, piers, and foundation walls: 4,000 psi
      3. Slabs on grade: 4,000 psi
      4. Slabs on metal deck: 4,000 psi
      5. Structural concrete columns, beams, and slabs: 5,000 psi
      6. Post-tensioned concrete: 5,000 psi
      7. Concrete exposed to freeze-thaw conditions: 4,500 psi.
         1. Note: concrete exposed to freeze-thaw conditions shall have a minimum entrained air content of 6 +/- 1.5 percent.
4. SLABS ON GRADE – GENERAL
   1. Slabs on grade shall be constructed in conformance with ACI 302.1R “Guide for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction.”
   2. Interior slabs on grade shall receive a hard steel troweled finish unless noted otherwise.
   3. Exterior slabs on grade exposed to weather shall receive a light broom finish unless noted otherwise.
5. SLABS ON GRADE – MINIMUM THICKNESS
   1. Slabs on grade thickness shall be designed based on the stiffness of supporting soils and the loads applied to the slab surface. In general, slab on grade thickness shall meet or exceed the following minimums (or greater, as required by design):
      1. Light duty slabs (offices, classrooms, corridors, etc.): 4”
      2. Moderate duty slabs (maintenance buildings, shop areas, slabs subject to moderate forklift or passenger vehicle traffic, etc.): 6”
      3. Heavy duty slabs (for specialty equipment such as large frame mills, machining equipment, etc.):
         1. Slab thickness shall be as required by design
         2. Slabs supporting rotating or reciprocating equipment shall be evaluated to determine if they should be isolated from adjacent slabs on grade to help avoid vibration transmission.
6. SLABS ON GRADE – REINFORCEMENT AND JOINTING FOR CRACK CONTROL
   1. Slabs under 6” thick: Minimum of 1.0 lbs/cyd synthetic micro-fiber additive. Protruding fibers shall be removed by the concrete contractor after the slab is cured and prior to placement of floor finishes (if any).
   2. Slabs 6” and thicker: Minimum of 0.18% steel reinforcement (reinforcing bars spaced not greater than 18” on center or minimum 0.226” diameter welded wire reinforcement chaired sufficiently to maintain proper position within the slab)
   3. Provide control/construction joints in conventional slabs on grade as follows:
      1. Joint spacing shall not exceed 30 times the slab thickness nor 12’
      2. Slab sections between joints shall not exceed a 1.5 to 1 aspect ratio
      3. Joint pattern shall eliminate re-entrant corners in the slab to the greatest extent possible
      4. Note: Specialized methods to increase spacing of slab joints (such as heavy reinforcement, steel fibers, shrinkage-compensating concrete, etc.) may be considered by the Design Professional but are generally unnecessary and/or cost-prohibitive for most situations
7. SLABS ON GRADE – FLATNESS AND LEVELNESS REQUIREMENTS
   1. Unless more stringent flatness/levelness values are required by floor finish materials or items supported by the slab, the following minimum values shall apply:
   2. All slabs on grade unless noted otherwise:
      1. Overall FF/FL = 25/20; Minimum Local FF/FL = 20/15
      2. Exposed shop/maintenance/storage slabs on grade:
         1. Overall FF/FL = 35/25; Minimum Local FF/FL = 25/15
      3. Polished concrete slabs on grade:
         1. Overall FF/FL = 45/35; Minimum Local FF/FL = 30/25
8. SLABS ON GRADE – POLISHED CONCRETE
   1. Inclusion of polished concrete slabs on grade in a project must be carefully considered. Successful placement of polished concrete slabs requires a collaborative effort by the design/construction team. Conventional concrete always cracks so attention to cracking mitigation is essential. The following strategies should be considered for polished concrete:
      1. Limiting water-cement ratio of the slab concrete.
      2. Using synthetic fiber reinforcement in the concrete mix.
      3. Using internal curing admixture in the concrete mix.
      4. Using shrinkage-reducing admixture in the concrete mix.
      5. Limiting spacing of control/construction joints to not exceed 24 times the slab thickness, nor 12 feet.
      6. Eliminating re-entrant corners in the slab to the greatest extent possible.
         1. Always conduct a pre-construction conference well in advance of slab placement to determine best practices to be followed by the construction team. The conference should include at a minimum the Design Professional, General Contractor, Concrete Producer, Concrete Contractor, and Concrete Finisher.
         2. Always require a mock-up section of polished concrete slab on grade to confirm the ability of the construction team to produce slabs of the intended quality and finish and to establish a quality baseline.
9. SLABS ON METAL DECK – MINIMUM REINFORCEMENT
   1. Slabs on metal deck shall be reinforced with synthetic macro-fiber reinforcement with a dosage rate not less than 4.0 lbs per cubic yard (or greater if required by latest Steel Deck Institute requirements). Protruding fibers shall be removed by the concrete contractor after the slab is cured and prior to placement of floor finishes (if any).
   2. Additional #4 x 5’-0” reinforcing bars at 12” on center shall be placed 1” clear below the top surface of the slab, centered over all beams and girders at column lines to help restrain cracks that typically form at these negative moment regions of slabs on metal deck.
10. SLABS ON METAL DECK – CONSTANT ELEVATION VS. CONSTANT THICKNESS
    1. Concrete slabs on metal deck should be designed and placed to achieve a constant elevation. The Design Professional shall evaluate the stiffness of supporting steel framing and include additional concrete weight in the framing design due to combined deflections of primary and secondary framing and the steel deck.
11. SLABS ON METAL DECK – FLATNESS REQUIREMENTS
    1. All slabs on metal deck unless noted otherwise:
       1. Overall FF 25; Minimum Local FF = 20 
    2. Match existing finish at existing construction. 
12. SITE CONCRETE – EMBEDDED TACTILE MATS
    1. Coordinate with the specific campus for required embedded ADA-compliant tactile mats/tiles to ensure consistency and durability for the particular campus.
13. CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION – STRUCTURAL SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
    1. Provide Special Inspections for concrete construction in accordance with provisions outlined in the International Building Code, Chapter 17.

PART 2 - CONCRETE RENOVATION/REPAIR

1. INFILL SLABS ON GRADE
   1. Where slabs on grade are removed/replaced, the following shall apply:
   2. Existing slabs shall be removed by saw-cutting perimeter extents with straight, vertical cuts, unless noted otherwise.
   3. Subgrade for new slab concrete shall match that for the existing adjacent slabs and shall be compacted to a dense, firm condition.
   4. Underslab vapor barrier/retarder shall match the existing slab condition.
   5. Infill slabs shall be doweled to existing adjacent slabs to prevent differential movement. Dowel sizes and spacing shall be determined by the Design Professional but shall generally be at least #4 rebar at 18” on center epoxy-grouted a minimum of 6 inches into the existing slab and extending not less than 12” into the new concrete infill slab.
      1. Exception: Small infills less than 2’-0” maximum dimension in any direction need not be doweled.

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SECTION 04 20 00 - MASONRY 

PART 1 - EXTERIOR MASONRY WALLS

1. The College prefers that brick and block be laid with a running bond pattern unless otherwise approved by the Owner.
2. Per ASTM C216 Facing Brick Grade FBX is the standard facing brick grade for all new work. Exposure Grade SW unless otherwise approved by Owner.
3. Provide concave tooled masonry joints.
4. In applications where exposed faces occur (rowlocks, etc…) provide matching solid facing brick at the end of the coursing.
5. Colored mortar is allowed with Owner approval, consult with Owner if colored mortar is desired. Brick sizes should be appropriate to the scale of the building, budget and product availability.
6. Glazed ceramic brick or tile requires College approval.
7. Provide weeps using vinyl tubes or preformed head joint weep systems; “wick type “weeps are not acceptable. Provide weeps over lintels and relieving angles where though wall flashing has been installed. Provide cavity wall vents at the top and bottom of exterior masonry walls. Provide manufacturer’s standard colors for cavity vents.
8. Provide appropriate water drainage in exterior wall systems including cavity drainage material to prevent mortar build-up and drainage blockage in cavity.
9. Steel lintels shall be hot-dipped galvanized with flashings and end dams.
10. Specified masonry Manufacturer and Installer shall have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
11. Refer to the Standards for Project Mockups for Field constructed masonry mockups.
12. A single source of responsibility is required for masonry units.

PART 2 - INTERIOR MASONRY PARTITIONS 

1. Masonry is the preferred material for use in central service areas including but not limited to boiler rooms, main electrical rooms, receiving areas, and loading docks. Reference specific requirements provided in the appropriate space standards.
2. Masonry is the preferred material for use in technology labs or industrial labs. Example labs include Welding, HVAC, Machine Tool, Automotive, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Electronics. Reference specific requirements provided in the appropriate space standards.
3. Grooved and split faced architectural concrete masonry units shall not be used as a primary surface. Both are allowed as an accent material.
4. Where interior corners are exposed, provide bullnose masonry units.

 

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SECTION 05 00 00 – METALS 

1. STRUCTURAL STEEL
   1. Surveys shall be performed by Registered Professional Surveyor.
   2. A Pre-Construction Conference shall be held for Quality Assurance.
   3. AISC certifications for steel fabricators and/or installers (erectors) shall be considered for complex fabrications or erections only. This is not a base requirement for typical steel construction.
2. STRUCTURAL STEEL - FINISHES
   1. Unless specifically designated by the Architect to be “Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel” (AESS), structural steel left permanently exposed to view in the finished construction shall have surfaced prepared to a Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC) SP-3 finish and shall be shop-primed with a coating compatible with the specified finish paint/coating product.
   2. Interior structural steel not left permanently exposed to view in the finished construction shall be shop-primed.
   3. Note: All structural steel to receive spray-applied fireproofing shall be supplied to the field with a finish confirmed to be compatible with the applied fireproofing materials.
   4. Exterior exposed structural steel that is not specified to receive a finish paint/coating system shall be hot-dip galvanized.
3. STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING – FLOOR VIBRATIONS
   1. Vibration of elevated steel-framed floors shall be evaluated in accordance with provisions of AISC Design Guide 11 “Vibrations of Steel-Framed Structural Systems Due to Human Activity.” Design of new steel-framed floor systems shall result in acceleration limits not exceeding the values recommended in the Design Guide.
   2. Assumed damping values used for evaluation of floor vibrations shall be carefully considered and shall not exceed the recommended values in the Design Guide.
4. STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING – SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
   1. Provide Special Inspections for steel construction in accordance with provisions outlined in the International Building Code, Chapter 17.

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SECTION 06 00 00 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

This section is left blank for future expansion.

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SECTION 07 00 00 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1. VAPOR BARRIER
   1. Where wall assembly has been approved, provide an air/vapor barrier as defined by code requirements. Vapor barrier shall be provided on the warm side of the insulation system and meet state code requirements and energy goals.
   2. Exterior cavity wall (outboard of studs or masonry) insulation shall be rigid extruded polystyrene or mineral fiber board. Expanded polystyrene and polyisocyanurate insulations are not acceptable.
2. INSULATION
   1. If used, blanket or batt insulation shall be glass or mineral fiber as required by code.
3. WATERPROOFING
   1. Sheet waterproofing shall be utilized on exterior of below-grade walls where occupied space is on interior of wall. Alternatively, waterproofing admixtures to cast-in-place concrete can be considered with Owner approval.
4. WATER REPELLENTS
   1. Use on exterior wall masonry is not allowed.

SECTION 07 30 00 – STEEP SLOPE ROOFS

PART 1 - ROOF - GENERAL 

1. TYPE
   1. Roof shall be Type 1 and U.L. Class A.
2. REQUIREMENTS
   1. Coordinate with Owner’s Insurance requirement for uplift rating and other requirements. If minimum, meet current Indiana Building Code requirements and UL 580 or UL 1897.
3. INSULATION
   1. Insulation shall be polyisocyanurate or extruded polystyrene and shall be provided in a thickness to meet or exceed current energy code requirements. Stagger joints of multiple layers of roof board insulation at all locations. Expanded polystyrene (Bead board) and mineral fiber board insulations are not acceptable.
4. VAPOR BARRIER
   1. Provide vapor barrier in roof assembly in proper location.
5. ROOF EXPANSION JOINTS
   1. Roof expansion joints shall be by the roofing membrane manufacturer.
6. ROOF FLASHING
   1. Roof flashing shall be 12” (nominal), above finished roof.
   2. Install all counterflashings within reglets. Roof flashing into a wall shall utilize a two-piece metal assembly with flashing receiver and counterflashing. The flashing receiver shall be installed within the masonry bed joint or at a termination bar with a continuous sealant joint where not in a masonry wall application.
7. ACCESSIBILITY
   1. All levels of roof shall be accessible. If change in height from one roof level to another exceeds 36", a roof ladder shall be provided. 

PART 2 - STEEP SLOPE ROOFS (SLOPES GREATER THAN 4” PER FOOT)

1. MATERIALS
   1. Steep slope roofing materials shall be asphalt shingles or standing seam metal.
   2. Asphalt shingles shall meet the following requirements:
      1. Laminated shingle minimum 425 pounds per square.
      2. Minimum 20-year warranty.
   3. Standing seam metal roofs shall meet the following requirements:
      1. Exposed fasteners are not allowed. All systems should be concealed fasteners. Concealed fastening clip shall be two-piece type that maintains panel above deck and allows for expansion and contraction of metal panels without buckling or deformation of panels. Panels shall be specified to be fastened at one point only along run of panel as determined by manufacturer.
      2. Metal roof system shall meet ASTM 1592 uplift requirements.
      3. System shall meet ASTM E 1680 for air infiltration at minimum of 0.06 cfm/sft at test pressure difference of negative 1.57 lbf/sft.
      4. System shall meet ASTM E 1646 for water penetration at minimum test pressure difference of 2.86 lbf/sft.
      5. System shall meet FM Global Severe Hail resistance requirements per ANSI FM 4473.
      6. System shall meet combustion characteristics of ASTM E 136.
   4. Include metal bar-type, seam-mounted (do not penetrate metal roof system) snow guards at all entrances and pedestrian walkways and at locations where ice and snow could damage landscaping near building. Adhered plastic-type snow guards are not acceptable.
   5. Provide minimum 22-gauge Galvalume-coated steel with high-performance organic finish:
      1. Fluoropolymer Two-Coat System (minimum): Manufacturer's standard two-coat, thermocured system consisting of specially formulated inhibitive primer, fluoropolymer color coat, and clear fluoropolymer topcoat, with both color coat and clear topcoat containing not less than 70 percent polyvinylidene fluoride resin by weight, with a minimum total dry film thickness of 1.5 mil (0.038 mm); complying with AAMA 2605.
   6. Minimum 20-year warranty including paint finish to meet the following requirements:
      1. Color fading more than five Hunter units when tested according to ASTM D 2244.
      2. Chalking in excess of a No. 8 rating when tested according to ASTM D 4214.
      3. Cracking, checking, peeling, or failure of paint to adhere to bare metal.
   7. New Construction steep slope roofs shall have a minimum 4/12 pitch.
   8. Provide soffit and ridge ventilation to meet Code standards. Ventilation through the deck is not allowed. Ridge vent shall be Galvalume-coated steel. Plastic vent is not acceptable.
   9. Provide roof drainage through gutters and downspouts. All downspouts should connect to site storm drainage system. Built-in gutters are not allowed. If a higher volume drains to a lower roof, lower roof must be sized to accommodate additional flow. Include gutters and downspouts as required to prevent water run-off over pedestrian traffic ways and entrances and to minimize landscape damage.

PART 3 - ROOF MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 

1. INSTALLER
   1. Installer shall be approved in writing by the roofing manufacturer. Installer shall have a minimum of five years experience with the approved system and with similar project types.
2. WARRANTY
   
   1. Provide manufacturer’s material warranty agreeing to replace material which shows manufacturing defects within (term limit) years after installation/substantial completion.
   2. Provide manufacturer’s system warranty agreeing to repair or replace roofing that leaks or is damaged due to wind or other natural causes. Warranty term (match material term limit) years. Include both repair and replacement costs of both material and labor in warranty. Exceptions outside of Acts of God or damage by other trades are not permitted.

SECTION 07 50 00 – MEMBRANE ROOFING

PART 1 - ROOF – GENERAL

1. TYPE
   1. Roof shall be Type 1 and U.L. Class A.
2. INSURANCE 
   1. Coordinate with Owner’s Insurance for uplift rating and other requirements. If minimum, meet current Indiana Building Code requirements and UL 580 or UL 1897.
3. INSTALLATION 
   1. Single-ply roofing may be mechanically attached or fully adhered. Ballasted membranes are not acceptable.
4. INSULATION
   1. Insulation shall be polyisocyanurate or extruded polystyrene and shall be provided in a thickness to meet or exceed current energy code requirements. Stagger joints of multiple layers of roof board insulation at all locations. Expanded polystyrene (Bead board) and mineral fiber board insulations are not acceptable. Anchorage to new cast concrete decks should be appropriate to moisture levels and concrete cure rate at the time of roofing operations.
5. COVER BOARD
   1. Provide 1/4-inch-thick minimum fiberglass-faced gypsum (“Dens-Deck”) cover board or roofing membrane manufacturer’s recommended and warranted coverboard that does not contain wood or wood fiber over rigid board insulation. High density roof insulation as coverboard is acceptable.
6. VAPOR BARRIER 
   1. Provide a self-sealing vapor barrier with a minimum perm rating of 0.03 (ASTM E96) in roof assembly in proper location. 
7. ROOF EXPANSION JOINTS 
   1. Roof expansion joints shall be by the roofing membrane manufacturer.
8. ROOF FLASHING 
   1. If possible, roof flashing shall be 12-inches (nominal), above finished roof. If not, lower heights will be reviewed and warranted by roofing manufacturer/installer but not less than 6” above finished roof.
9. COUNTERFLASHING 
   1. Install all counterflashings within reglets. Roof flashing into a wall shall utilize a two-piece metal assembly with flashing receiver and counterflashing. The flashing receiver shall be installed within the masonry bed joint.
10. ACCESSIBILITY
    1. All roof levels and areas must have access. Consider access by maintenance personnel with tools or equipment. Horizontal roof access through full size (3'X7") lockable door is preferred. If access from a stair or penthouse is not possible then access through a roof hatch with a sloping access stair may be used with Owner approval. Vertical walls ladder use requires "Owner" approval. Roof hatches and penthouse doors shall be locked from the inside but free to open from the roof side and cores shall be coordinated with finished hardware specification.
11. SAFETY
    1. If no parapet/guardrail is provided; design permanent roof tie-off hooks for Contractor and Owner use.

PART 2 - MEMBRANE ROOFING

1. ROOFING MATERIAL
   1. Preferred low-slope roofing material shall be TPO or PVC roof system. Option to include a modified bituminous roof system for high roof traffic projects.
2. ROOF REQUIREMENTS
   1. Roof membrane shall meet the following requirements:
      1. Thickness: minimum 80 mil, scrim reinforced. A thinner membrane may be used with Owner approval and reduction of warranty terms. 
      2. Seams shall be heat welded.
      3. System shall be fully adhered, or in-seam mechanically attached. Ballasted roof systems are not allowed.
      4. Color: color of roof to be evaluated with State Energy Code and building sustainability design requirements.
      5. Minimum warranty: 30 years.
3. ROOF DRAINAGE 
   1. Provide positive drainage to roof drains. The slope shall not be less than ¼” per foot. Where water is channeled along a roof saddle, a minimum resultant slope of ¼” per foot per foot must be maintained. Dimension the saddles on the roof plan to ensure the minimum slope is met.
   2. If a higher volume drains to a lower roof, lower roof must be sized to accommodate additional flow.
   3. The roof shall be sloped primarily by use of the building steel as opposed to tapered insulation, however, make use of tapered insulation at roof saddles between drains.
   4. Low-slope roofs shall be internally drained. Reference plumbing standards. Allow access to roof drain lines inside the building for maintenance.
4. ACCESSIBILITY AND SAFETY
   1. Metal bar terminations shall be required at parapets.
   2. Provide 2’ x 2’ walk pads at roof hatches and door access points and from roof access points to any rooftop equipment.
   3. Provide locked access to the primary roof from the interior only. External roof access is permitted for entry porticos or other small ancillary roof areas.
   4. Provide minimum 0.050 prefinished aluminum or galvanized steel flashing, edge trim, fascias, and copings that meet Code-required ANSI/SPRI ES 1 testing with anodized or fluorocarbon painted finish in color as selected by Architect.
   5. If possible, group penetrations together within a single curbed area, minimum 12 inches above finished roof. Place no penetrations within the valleys.
   6. Any units located on the roof shall be set on continuous curbs. Roofing shall not extend under any equipment. All units shall be a minimum of 12 inches above finished roof. All equipment shall be screened from view from the ground level.
   7. Provide parapets with copings (not gravel stops) at all locations except for minor penthouses where gutter and one-way sloped roof is the most economical solution. Parapets shall be a minimum of 12” vertical height above the roof membrane to meet roofing system warranty requirements. If there are items requiring regular maintenance within 10’ of the roof edge, the parapet should be a minimum of 42” above the roof surface to act as a guardrail.

PART 3 - ROOF MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 

1. INSTALLER
   1. Installer shall be approved in writing by the roofing manufacturer. Installer shall have a minimum of five years experience with the approved system and with similar project types.
2. ROOF WARRANTY
   1. Provide manufacturer’s material warranty agreeing to replace material which shows manufacturing defects within (term limit) years after installation/substantial completion.
   2. Provide manufacturer’s system warranty agreeing to repair or replace roofing that leaks or is damaged due to wind or other natural causes. Warranty term (match material term limit) years. Include both repair and replacement costs of both material and labor in warranty. Exceptions outside of Acts of God or damage by other trades are not permitted.

SECTION 07 60 00 – FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

1. FLASHING AND SHEET METAL 
2. PAINT
   1. Fluoropolymer Paint (similar to Kynar 500) for galvanized steel and aluminum.
   2. Color shall be selected from manufacturer’s standard colors.
   3. If Ivy Tech Green is used, reference Ivy Tech standard colors referenced in Signage standard.
3. Waterproof Membrane
   1. Roof edge/copings should meet ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 Test Standard for Edge Systems used with Low Slope Roofing Systems. Roof edges and copings should pass Pull-Off Resistance standards tested in accordance with ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 using test methods RE-1 and RE-2 to positive and negative design wind pressures as defined by applicable building codes.

SECTION 07 80 00 – SPRAYED ON FIREPROOFING

1. Material used for patching existing fireproofing shall be tinted (color) for identification.

SECTION 07 90 00 – JOINT PROTECTION

1. Sealants utilized on the exterior of the building shall be appropriate for the materials and expected movements. Urethane sealants are preferred to be utilized on interior of building (exceptions below).
2. Acrylic latex sealants may be used at door and window frames on interior of building. 
3. Mildew-resistant silicone sealants shall be used in interior locations where water will be regularly present such as restroom and kitchen plumbing and fixtures. 

 

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SECTION 08 10 00 – DOORS, FRAMES, AND HARDWARE

1.  MATERIAL
   1. All entrance exterior doors shall be heavy-duty, thermally-broken, aluminum doors with thermally-broken aluminum Storefront frames. Aluminum systems taller than 12’-0” shall be specified as a glazed aluminum curtainwall system for improved structural and thermal performance. 
   2. Provide “Heavy duty (min)” galvanized hollow metal frames and “heavy duty (min)” insulated hollow metal doors at service entries. 
   3. Loading dock overhead doors shall be coiling overhead, insulated steel type to allow for mechanical air curtains and shall be motorized. Do not use sectional overhead doors for occupied, conditioned spaces. 
   4. Exterior doors shall be numbered per requirements by the fire department and Ivy Tech. 
2. MULLIONS
   1. Removable with core-type locks. 
   2. Hardware: All hardware must be reviewed with Facility Manager prior to bidding. 
      1. Continuous hinges are required for exterior doors but are not needed on service doors used infrequently.
      2. Door panic devices (non-electric type) shall “dog” down using a lock/core type device. 
      3. Interior-mounted door sweeps are required on exterior doors. 
      4. Where possible at exterior double doors, utilize a removable mullion in lieu of vertical rods. At applications where large open door openings are necessary for room access, use of vertical rods with prior Owner’s approval.
      5. Electronic access shall be provided at all exterior entry doors and other select interior doors. As a minimum, provide these doors with rough-ins for card access, electrified control, and door position monitoring. Reference Technology System Standards for other interior doors to receive electronic access control.
      6. All hardware shall be provided by Division 8 Section “Door Hardware”, including the electrified hardware. Electrical Contractor shall connect all electrified hardware. 
      7. Removable cores shall be provided at all doors. 
   3. Size
      1. All door leafs shall be standard 3’-0” wide except at loading dock areas where doors shall be 4’-0” wide or other areas as required by program or indicated in the Space Standards. 
3. INTERIOR FRAMES, DOORS, AND HARDWARE
   1. Interior doors and frames shall be selected in accordance with the building program requirements. Doors and frames in service areas, high abuses, and high traffic areas shall be hollow metal. Entrances into offices, classroom, light abuse, and special areas shall have hollow metal frames and flush doors. 
   2. 6 x 30” wood vision lites shall be included within classroom doors. 
   3. 3 x 30” vision lites shall be included within office doors. 
   4. Aluminum storefront systems should be utilized for office areas that serve student needs such as financial aid, dean’s office, and other student services. 
   5. Standards:
      1. Interior hollow metal (HM) frames shall be 16 ga. minimum. 
      2. Exterior hollow metal (HM) frames shall be 14 ga. Thermally broken HM frames are acceptable at locations where appropriate to the design.
      3. Exterior hollow metal doors shall be 16 ga. Exterior HM doors are to be fully insulated with a minimum R-value of 2.5.
      4. For new construction, all hollow metal frames shall have mitered and welded corners. 
      5. For renovations, knock-down frames shall be provided.
4. INTERIOR HARDWARE
   1. Hardware selections shall be based on the campus hardware standard in order to maintain uniformity.  This decision must be reviewed with the Owner. Door and hardware schedules must also be reviewed by the Service Area Director of Facilities. This review meeting is the responsibility of the Architect to schedule and conduct.
   2. Where possible, provide a removable mullion at double doors. At cross corridor door pairs or doors which will stand open during daily operation, concealed vertical rods are acceptable. 
   3. All hardware shall be provided by General Contractor, including the electrified hardware. Electrical contractor shall connect all electrified hardware.
   4. Electrical gear room shall have panic hardware for emergency exit. 
   5. Door Hardware Types:
      1. Classroom – Mortise Lock
      2. Lab – Mortise Lock
      3. Assembly Spaces – Mortise Lock
      4. Other Spaces (high use) – Mortise Lock
      5. Office – Cylindrical
      6. Storage – Cylindrical
      7. Other Spaces (low use) – Cylindrical
   6. Typical Mortise – Classroom function with thumbturn and locked indicator. 
   7. Typical Office Function – Push Button locking. 
   8. Coordinate door hardware with access control requirements. 
5. FLUSH WOOD DOORS 
   1. Flush Wood Doors: provide “A” Grade doors. All doors shall be “Stain Grade. ”
      1. 5-ply veneer
      2. WDMA I.S. 1-A requires only running matched grade A veneers with center balance matching. 
   2. Minimum width or special sizes should be discussed with the campus. 
      1. e. Health Occupations (beds moving in and out of the doors), Specialty Equipment, etc. may require special width doors. Providing door systems similar to the types in use for that occupation is preferable.
6. ACCESS DOORS – WALLS
   1. Full-height (steel) access door should be provided in cases of gang restroom. 
   2. A minimum 24” x 24” access door should be provided at all other chases. 
7. OVERHEAD COILING DOORS – RATED
   1. Electronically operated doors shall be coordinated with power requirements for the door and are to be interconnected with the Fire/Smoke Alarm systems in the building.
8. OVERHEAD COILING GRILLS
   1. Provide slide bolts at each side rail with locks. Coordinate lock. If powered, provide key locked operator. Slide bolts are not required at powered grille locations.
9. RESTROOM DOORS
   1. It is preferred that public gang restrooms are designed without doors. 
      1. If doors are required for the design, they should be out swinging. 
      2. If doors are included on all gang restrooms on the floor, at least one per floor should have ADA electronic “touchless” operator.

SECTION 08 80 00 – GLAZING

1. EXTERIOR GLAZING
   1. One-inch, insulated glass consisting of two ¼” thick panes with ½” air space, hermetically sealed. Glass should be Heat Treated, Kind HS at a minimum (ASTM C 1048). If Fully Tempered, shall conform to ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 /CFR 1201 standards.
      1. Specify Low-E sputter coating on second surface. 
      2. Specify argon gas in air space.
      3. Specify a warm edge spacer system for insulated glass panels.
      4. Acceptable tint colors:
         1. Colors/tints: manufacturer’s standard gray, bronze, green, and Low-E coated glass. All other colors or tints must be approved by the Owner and must comply with all requirements.
         2. Fritted & Spandrel glass panels: Manufacturer’s standard colors/patterns. All other colors/patterns must be approved by the Owner.
         3. Reflective (mirror) glass is not acceptable. 
2. ALUMINUM ARCHITECTURAL WINDOWS
   1. Generally, operable windows are not needed. If operable windows are determined to be needed, confirm with Owner and confirm operable type.
   2. Windows shall meet the following requirements:
      1. Material: Aluminum frame with anodized or fluorocarbon paint finish. 
      2. Construction: Thermally broken with subframe. 
      3. Glazing: As noted above for 1” insulated glass.
      4. Type: Fixed.
      5. Size: To the greatest extent possible, standardize window sizes within each building, and within classrooms, to minimize the number of variations. 
   3. Maximum perimeter sealant joint ³/₈”.
   4. Window units shall have dry glazing system. 
3. INTERIOR GLAZING
   1. Labs or Classrooms with large glazing to the hallway: as a minimum; ¼” clear, fully tempered glass.

SECTION 08 90 00 – LOUVERS AND VENTS

1. LOUVERS – WALL
   1. Fixed blade, weather/sight proof louvers with drainable blades are the standard unless an operable blade louver is required by the application. All ductwork to the back of louvers should have a drainage channel with a connection to the sewer line. All louvers are to have insect screens or blank-off panels as necessary.
   2. Color: Selected by Architect from manufacturer’s standard colors. 
   3. Coordinate louver type (S.F. of open area), material, and finish with Mechanical Engineer. 

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SECTION 09 20 00 – GYPSUM WALL BOARD

1. GENERAL
   1. Where direct lighting is provided on a wall surface, special considerations need to be made to the finish of that wall to provide a smooth surface and address specifically with the Owner. Gypsum board assemblies specifications are to be written to comply with ASTM C840.
   2. In classroom areas, the use of metal studs and drywall may be used between walls where structural reconfiguration is significant to provide maximum flexibility. Acoustic insulation must be used and shall extend to the deck. Extend one side of the gypsum board and full insulation to deck for sound control as required by the project. The perimeter shall have acoustical sealant.
   3. In office areas, the use of metal stud and gypsum board with acoustic insulation is acceptable. Extend one side of the gypsum board and full insulation to deck for sound control. The perimeter shall have acoustical sealant. All walls to deck shall be coordinated with plenum spaces.
2. GYPSUM WALL BOARD INTERIOR PARTITIONS
   1. All gypsum board shall be ⁵/₈” type X unless the wall surface is curved. If curved, use thickness of gypsum sheathing appropriate radius. 
   2. Architect shall specify the use of paperless gypsum board on the interior face of exterior walls or in areas subject to moisture such as kitchens, custodial closets, and restrooms.
   3. Tile backer board shall be behind all ceramic wall tiles.
   4. Specify abuse/impact-resistant gypsum board when utilized in corridors or provide a durable wainscoting option. Discuss use of abuse or impact-resistant gypsum board with Owner. Minimize use to areas appropriate.
   5. Outside drywall corners in corridors shall be protected with corner guards appropriate to design. Bottom mounting should be 6” A.F.F. (coordinated with wall base height) and match foot frame height.
3. GYPSUM SHEATHING
   1. Minimum thickness ⁵/₈” 

SECTION 09 30 00 – TILING

1. COVE BASE
   1. In rooms with ceramic flooring, the cove base shall be integral with the floor.

SECTION 09 50 00 – CEILINGS

1. ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILING
   1. Size: 24” x 24” ceiling tiles are preferred in public, office, and classroom spaces. Larger format tiles are to be discussed and approved by Owner.
   2. Standard is square panel edge.
   3. Tegular Ceiling Tile Edges may be used in corridors and other public spaces. Finish any cut edges.

SECTION 09 60 00 – FLOORING

1. CARPETING
   1. Carpet tile is preferred.
   2. Extra material for carpet tile only: two percent (2%) of amount installed for each type, color, and pattern. Minimum one carton per carpet selection.
   3. Must be warranted by manufacturer for 10 years from date of substantial completion.
   4. Must be minimum 26-ounce yarn system.
   5. Provide walk-off carpet tile in vestibules or other entrances.
   6. Carpet must have stain resistance in fibers or stain shield applied on surface.
2. TERRAZZO/PORCELAIN PAVERS/QUARRY TILE
   1. Hard surface flooring materials are preferred in lobbies and main corridors on lower levels. Thinset terrazzo is preferred; however, if thickset is in the current building match existing if budget permits. 
   2. Provide vinyl wall base with epoxy Terrazzo. If Terrazzo cove base is in the current building match existing if budget permits. 
   3. Specify a thickness of quarry tile that is appropriate for the loading situation. For maintenance ease, choose a dark joint color. 
   4. Provide for expansion control in quarry, ceramic, and terrazzo flooring systems. 
   5. Installer: Installer must be a member of the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association.
3. FLUID APPLIED FLOORING 
   1. Where appropriate to the design intent, use the correct Fluid Applied Floor system for the room/facility. Incorrectly matching the inappropriate floor system with room/facility use can cause long-term integrity/maintenance issues.
   2. Provide integral cove base. 
   3. Science labs, kitchen, and serving area floors shall be fluid applied flooring.
4. RESILENT TILE FLOORING
   1. LVT (luxury vinyl tile) is preferred for all hallways. 
   2. Vinyl Composition Tile
      1. Composition 1 – Gage: 1/8” 
      2. Vinyl Wall Base 
      3. Height: 6” in corridors, 4” in other locations 
      4. Thickness: 1/8” gage in rolls of maximum length 
      5. Style: Standard top-set cove with pre-fitted corners 
      6. Minimum length = 2’- 0” 
      7. Finish: Matte 
      8. Color: As selected by Architect with College input – Dark colors 
      9. Extra Material: Two percent (2%) of amount installed. 
   3. LVT (luxury vinyl tile) may be used in lieu of VCT if budget permits. 
5. WALK OFF MATS 
   1. Do not use recessed mats. 
   2. Verify if the campus uses a service for mats if walk off tiles are not available. 
   3. Walk off mats should be used in vestibules. Consider additional walk off carpet beyond the entrance vestibule as well. 
   4. Provide a minimum of 20’-0” of walk off carpet at entrances. Total dimension includes walk-off carpet in vestibules. 

SECTION 09 90 00 – PAINTING AND COATING 

1. PAINTING 
   1. If possible, hire local painting contractors.  
   2. Color: Walls should have a standard color throughout the building. 
   3. Each building may have a standard color plus a maximum of three additional colors in the building for accent walls. Coordinate with Ivy Tech’s color palette with Owner's approval. 
   4. Painting of any mechanical ductwork must be specified on the finish schedule and assigned to the appropriate bid package. 
   5. Review paint type selections by room use (i.e. satin, eggshell, etc.) with facility director. Paint shall be specified to comply with state VOC requirements. 
2. POLYAMIDE EPOXY COATING 
   1. Warranty: Five years from date of project substantial completion. 
   2. Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer’s standard colors. 
   3. Only use for painted concrete floor. 
3. ALIPHATIC POLYURETHANE COATING 
   1. Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer’s standard colors.
   2. The College prefers that the following finish materials and products NOT be included in their projects: 
      1. Multi-color paint Zolatone 
      2. Acrylic wall coatings 

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SECTION 10 11 00 - VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS 

1. PAINT 

1. 1. Preference for marker board paint. 

1. 1. 1. Wall requires a Level 5 finish. 
      2. Verify prep and primer requirements with wall surface.
   2. Warranty: 50 years on markerboard from date of project Substantial Completion. 
   3. Mount the bottom at 36” AFF.
   4. Box type trays. 
   5. Basis of Design for Marker Board Paint: MDC 

SECTION 10 14 00 – SIGNAGE 

1. Room signage should be provided and should be coordinated with the Owner’s final room names and numbering system. 
2. Provide directories at main entries and elevator lobbies that can be updated regularly. They must be lockable. 
3. Provide exterior door numbers. 
4. Names of buildings and the College may change over time. When incorporating the college or building name into the facility, consider the future cost of removing or replacing prior to designing the project. For example, special consideration shall be given to casting names in limestone, terrazzo, or other permanent materials and should be minimized. 
5. Color usage:
   1. Green: Pantone 342 C (4 color process – 100C 0M 69Y 43K) 
   2. Black: Pantone black (4 color process – 0C 0M 0Y 0K) 
   3. Gray: 50% Pantone black (4 color process – 0C 0M 0Y 50K) 
6. Plaques  
   1. Coordinate size, material, finish, and information on plaques with College. 

SECTION 10 21 13 – TOILET COMPARTMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 

PART 1 - PARTITIONS 

1. Color: Selected by Architect from manufacturer’s standard colors. 
2. Hardware: Solid stainless-steel hardware. 
3. Partitions: Phenolic, floor-mounted, or overhead-braced with continuous wall angle. 
4. Toilet partitions should be dark in color so as not to show marks and vandalism. 
5. Toilet partitions shall have full continuous hinge. 

PART 2 - TOILET ACCESSORIES 

1. Accessories that are owner-furnished and/or owner-installed will be coordinated with product supplier for product/material types. 
2. Preference is for wall-mounted paper towel/trash receptacles and wall-mounted foam soap dispensers.  
3. The construction project (drawings) should identify locations and MUST indicate all required wall supports/blocking, etc. 

SECTION 10 44 13 – FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS 

1. Fully recessed fire extinguisher cabinets are preferred. If wall thicknesses prohibit fully recessed cabinets, semi-recessed are allowed. Surface-mounted cabinets should be avoided in new construction and if used, require Owner approval. 
2. Signage designating the locations should be included in the construction contract. 
3. Contractor will provide the fire extinguisher cabinets and the extinguisher. Minimum size 20# A, B, C type extinguisher. 
4. Coordinate with Owner and Owner’s insurance the locations of fire extinguisher cabinets in design beyond the code requirements. Additional fire extinguishers beyond code requirements may be required by Ivy Tech insurance. Consider locations with combustible activities. 

SECTION 10 51 00 - LOCKERS 

1. Lockers
   1. Refer to Space Standards for locker size/number requirements and materials.  

 

 

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SECTION 12 30 00 – CASEWORK 

Refer to Space Standards for Casework Requirements and Materials.  

PART 1 - COUNTERTOPS (NON-SCIENCE LABS) 

1. Solid surface required in wet and chemical areas. 

2. Color to be selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors.

3. 3 mm PVC edge. 

4. ¾” marine-grade plywood as a substrate. 

5. Utilize melamine on the inside of cabinets and drawers only. 

PART 2 - COUNTERTOPS (SCIENCE LABS) 

1. Lab Grade phenolic resin or equal with integral sinks. Refer to Space Standards.
2. Color should be black or green. 

PART 3 - COUNTERTOPS (BIO TECH) 

1. Metal counters and cabinets. 
2. Lab Grade phenolic resin or equal with integral sinks. Refer to Space Standards. 
3. Color should be black or green. 

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SECTION 14 20 00 – ELEVATORS 

PART 1 - PASSENGER ELEVATOR  

The A/E is fully responsible for code compliance for the design and specification of the elevator, machine room, and shaft as part of the Contract Documents for the project. In all instances, utilize the latest adopted codes that apply to each discipline. See https://www.in.gov/dhs/fire-and-building-safety/elevators-and-amusement-rides/ for a listing of information pertaining to Elevator/Amusement Ride Safety Section of the State of Indiana and downloadable applications. 

The A/E is to coordinate with the Owner’s Elevator Consultant (if applicable) during design.  

1. Preference is a holeless hydraulic elevator for less than five stops. Elevators over five stops can be traction elevators. 
2. Certification: Elevator contractor shall have a licensed electrical contractor to install all electrical power. 
3. Interior wall finish to be stainless steel wall panels. Hooks and protection pads shall be included. Interior cab and exterior door and frame finishes shall be coordinated with Owner during design process.  
4. Control panels shall feature vandal-resistant controls with tamper-proof screws.  
5. Maintenance service: 12 months from date of project substantial completion. Architect to coordinate planned elevator maintenance contract with Owner and specify accordingly.  
6. At minimum, one elevator shall be large enough to accommodate an emergency stretcher. For medical programs where the use of a Hospital Bed/Gurney is expected, coordinate with Owner for program requirements. 
7. Minimum Capacity/speed: 3,500 lbs. 150 feet per minute for hydraulic elevators, 200 feet per minute for traction elevators.  
8. Unless otherwise directed, provide battery lowering device for emergency use in the event of a main power supply failure. 
9. Fire Service Operation 
   1. Provide the Fire Service key switch at the main floor fire recall lobby pushbutton. 
      1. Provide FEO-K1 cylinder for all Fire Service. 
      2. Provide a lighted jewel to indicate Fire Service Operation. 
      3. Engrave, etch, or emboss fire service instructions on the fixture cover in accordance with ASME A17.1a, Fig. 2.27.7.2 at the interior of the door where they may be been seen only when the door is open. 
         1. Locate the firefighter’s control buttons and key switches behind a locked cabinet located near the upper end of the Car Operating Panel. Operation instructions may be labeled or stenciled on the inside of the cabinet door where they are visible only when the cabinet door is open. 
         2. Provide etched, embossed, or engraved Fire Service operating instructions on the pushbutton cover at the main floor where the firefighter’s recall key switch is located. 

PART 2 - SERVICE ELEVATOR  

The A/E is fully responsible for code compliance for the design and specification of the elevator, machine room, and shaft as part of the Contract Documents for the project. In all instances, utilize the latest adopted codes that apply to each discipline. See https://www.in.gov/dhs/fire-and-building-safety/elevators-and-amusement-rides/ for a listing of information pertaining to Elevator/Amusement Ride Safety Section of the State of Indiana and downloadable applications.

 The A/E is to coordinate with the Owner’s Elevator Consultant (if applicable) during design. 

1. Preference is a holeless hydraulic elevator for less than five stops. Elevators over five stops can be traction elevators. 
2. Hooks and protection pads shall be included. 
3. Maintenance Service: 12 months from date of project Substantial Completion. Architect to coordinate planned elevator maintenance contract with Owner and specify accordingly.  
4. Controlled Access System shall be tied into the elevators on each floor – coordinate with security system. 
5. Minimum Capacity: 4,500 lbs. 

 

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SECTION 21 00 00 – FIRE PROTECTION

PART 1 - ABBREVIATIONS 

NFPA National Fire Protection Association 

PART 2 - GENERAL 

1. Elevator Machine Rooms are to have a two-hour separation and be protected with smoke detection as accepted by the Fire Authority. 
2. Yard equipment storage area(s) shall be separated from the balance of the building with fire-rated construction as accepted by the Fire Authority. 
3. Hazard classification shall be light hazard and ordinary hazard. Group 1. 
4. The system shall comply with applicable federal standards, NFPA Bulletin No. 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems, local State Board of Insurance and Fire Marshal. 
5. Wet sprinkler lines must be designed into conditioned zones. Pay attention to vestibules, foyers, etc., and ensure space above the ceiling is conditioned to eliminate piping freezing. 
6. Generally, zoning for sprinkler system will comply as follows: public area, food preparation areas, dry-pipe system, by floor and by building wing so that zoning is limited to 40,000 SF/zone. All zoning shall be approved by the Local Fire Authority. In multi-story buildings, each floor shall be isolated as a separate zone with a max square footage of 40,000 SF to allow maintenance on an individual floor.  
7. All unused fire hose cabinets and associated piping valving must be removed, and the open area must be in-filled to match the adjacent wall. Coordinate with architectural. 

PART 3 - TYPE 

1. Areas required by code or program shall be protected with a wet-pipe sprinkler system. 
2. Dry-pipe sprinkler systems shall be avoided unless the building conditions require it. 
3. Yard equipment storage areas attached to the building shall be protected with a dry-pipe system. 
4. Dry-pipe systems will include a tank-type nitrogen generator complete with a low-pressure and loss-of-power sensor connected to the Building Automation System.  
5. Each dry-pipe system to have trouble alarm and pressure switch for flow. 
6. Main Technology Room(s) shall be reviewed with the College as to the type of protection required and/or desired. Rooms that store archived/special items shall also be reviewed. 

PART 4 - LOCATIONS 

1. Finished ceiling: recessed type heads with flush cover caps to avoid vandalism. 
2. Exposed structure ceilings: upright type sprinkler with a natural brass finish. 
3. Walk-in freezers and exterior storage sheds connected to building: dry pendant heads. 
4. Storage rooms, boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, open ceiling: use basket-type guards. 

PART 5 - PLACEMENT 

1. Sprinkler heads are to be installed in the center of ceiling tile in lay-in type ceilings. 
2. All other sprinkler heads to be spaced as required by the Code for the required coverage; however, no device shall be less than 6” from a ceiling grid or bulkhead. 

PART 6 - DISTRIBUTION / MAINTENANCE 

1. Sprinkler system piping 2” diameter and less shall be Schedule 40 black steel joined with screwed, flanged, welded, or grooved mechanical (equal to Victaulic) joints. Schedule 10 and Schedule 7 Light Wall pipe are not acceptable. 
2. Sprinkler piping greater than 2” diameter can be Schedule 10 black steel. Schedule 7 Light Wall pipe is not acceptable. 
3. All drains for sprinkler system shall drain through outside wall at grade where practical. If not possible, provide floor drain at the drain down locations. If floor drain is used confirm discharge capacity, provide a throttling valve on the drain line at the floor drain to control the discharge and prevent flooding at the drain. Take care not to drain on sidewalk. 
4. Inspection test piping to be discharged at one location only. 
5. Drains are to be routed to a manifold header for single discharge to exterior where practical. 
6. Provide spare heads and wrench as required in wall-mounted cabinet located near the fire service main per NFPA 13 requirements.  
7. All sprinkler piping to be labeled. 

PART 7 - FIRE SERVICE / FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION 

1. Fire service main shall be located in Mechanical Room, unless otherwise accepted by the College and Fire Department. Engineer should confirm with the local water provider if an exterior vault is required. Engineer shall obtain a preliminary water flow test from the local water provider during schematic design and include flow test data in the Design Documents.  
2. Fire Department connection shall be located on the plans. The Architect/Engineer must coordinate the review and approval of the location with the local fire department and Fire Marshal. The Architect/Engineer must coordinate review with the local Fire Authority. 
3. Confirm FDC is within 100’ of a fire hydrant.  
4. Confirm the size and connection type (threaded vs. Storz) with local Fire Marshal. 
5. Try to locate fire department connection within view of a security camera. 
6. Post indicator valves shall be supervised. 
7. Provide a flush-mounted ‘Knox Box’, located as directed by the local fire department and Fire Marshal. The requirement of a fire pump shall be verified during Schematic Design. 
8. The fire pump shall be electric and be connected to an emergency generator if required by the Fire Authority. The use of natural gas or diesel-powered generator must be approved by the Owner during schematic design.  

PART 8 - QUALITY ASSURANCE 

1. Installer shall have a minimum of five years' experience with the approved system and with similar project types.  
2. Coordinate pipe specifications with use. 
3. Fire Protection Contractor Shop Drawings shall include complete hydraulic calculations, certified and stamped by a registered professional engineer or State of Indiana approved NICET certified designer, and they shall be reviewed and stamped by the Fire Marshal, the College’s insurance underwriter, and other local authority with jurisdiction.  
4. Plans shall include floor plans, flow test data used for the design of the system, vital area protected, detailed schematic of the sprinkler risers, and complete schedule of products. 
5. Fire Protection contractor to test and submit test reports for all systems per NFPA requirements.  
6. All devices, systems, and materials shall be listed by UL for its intended use. 
7. A/E to coordinate water source with mechanical contractor sections and local water utility requirements. 
8. Coordinate design criteria with building use and plans. 
9. Warranty: Contractor shall provide emergency repair service for the system within 24 hours of a request by the College during construction. 

 

 

 

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SECTION 22 05 00 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FROM PLUMBING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1. The plumbing system design should take into consideration the type of facility, program, project type, and site considerations. Project requirements and program are to be reviewed and verified with the College. 
2. All plumbing systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the currently enforced edition of Indiana Plumbing Code published by the Building Officials and Code Administrations as modified and adopted by the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission.
3. No roof drains or restrooms shall be located above or routed through elevator equipment rooms, data spaces telecommunications rooms, or electrical rooms. No piping is to pass through these rooms.

PART 2 - ABBREVIATIONS

GF - Ground Fault Interrupter

RO - Reverse Osmosis

DI - De-Ionized

SECTION 22 11 16 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

1. The incoming water service shall enter the building in the mechanical/boiler room through two parallel installed reduced-pressure-principle backflow preventers (lead-free). Dual backflow devices shall be installed at the service entrance to allow the building to remain in service during backflow assembly maintenance.
2. After the backflow preventers, domestic water to the water heater shall be provided with a rough-in for a water softener, including a floor drain.
3. Raw cold water shall be provided for all water closets, urinals, lavatories, hose bibbs, and wall hydrants. 
4. Cold, hot, and hot water return piping shall be routed above ceilings. No underfloor slab piping unless approved by the College. 
5. Shut-off valves shall be provided at all branch lines where required for proper operation of piping and equipment, including valves in all branch lines where necessary to isolate sections of piping and at each Ensure isolation valve locations have been reviewed with the College to ensure there are enough for appropriate maintenance.
6. Walk-in plumbing chases shall be provided where practical (especially with restrooms containing four or more fixtures back-to-back). If not, a minimum of 24” shall be provided in all chases (or as approved by the College). Chases that do not meet this requirement shall be noted and reviewed during design development with the College.
7. The water supply system shall be designed to provide a minimum of 45 psi at the most remote outlet during normal operation and not to exceed 75 psi.
8. If water main pressure exceeds 80 psi, it is required to install a pressure-reducing valve. 
9. All domestic piping, including cold, hot, and hot water return piping shall be insulated. 
10. Entire systems shall be tested and disinfected with a hypochlorite solution. 
11. Water hammer arrestors shall be provided on both hot and cold water lines servicing fixtures and equipment with quick closure valves.
12. Each toilet room must have an isolation valve for each room. 
13. Unions are required at all solenoid valves.
14. The minimum burial depth of exterior domestic water lines will be 5’ 0”.
15. Ductile Iron Mechanical Joint: AWWA C151 with Mechanical Joint Bell and plain spigot end, cast iron pipe, centrifugally cast with asphaltum coating. Class as noted in schedule. Pipe to be marked and carry nominal weights and dimensions as required by state and local As manufactured by James B. Clow and Sons; American Cast Iron Pipe; Alabama Pipe, U.S. Pipe and Foundry.
16. Mechanical Joint: AWWA C111 ductile or grey-iron, standard pattern, same class as noted for pipe. 
17. Mechanical Joint: AWWA C111 ductile or grey-iron glands, rubber gasket, and steel bolts. Reinforce joint at hydrants, fitting, or valves with heavy wrought iron clamps and wrought iron rods in accordance with standard details of National Board of Fire Underwriters. Apply heavy coat of bituminous solution to assembly.
18. Acceptable PVC materials may be used outside of the building perimeter if approved by the A locator wire shall be applied to the pipe as required.

SECTION 22 11 23 – PLUMBING PUMPS

1. Domestic booster pump system shall be tested at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of full load capacity at scheduled suction and discharge pressure. Packaged system shall be tri-plex with the pump load of 50-50-50 to allow full building operation in the event of a pump failure. System to be equipped with VFDs and shut-off valves for each pump.
2. All plumbing pumps shall be factory assembled, wired, and tested prior to shipment. 
3. An inline single-stage wet rotor type circulation pump shall be provided on the main system 120-degree Fahrenheit hot water recirculating lines. Hot water return pump to be equipped with a factory-installed VFD.
4. Circulation pump shall be sized to overcome pressure drop through thermostatic mixing valve and pressure drop through hot water and hot water return piping.
5. Required sump pumps, sewage ejectors, and lift stations shall be of the duplex design with automatic alternating controls, remote alarms, pilot lights, and all required auxiliaries. Pumps and alarms shall be monitored by the building management system.
6. Ejectors and stations shall be of the reverse flow design. 

SECTION 22 13 00 - SANITARY, STORM, AND VENTING PIPING SYSTEMS

1. Sanitary waste and vent lines above slab within the building shall be code-approved PVC-type DWV materials. 
2. Sanitary waste and vent lines below slab within the building shall be CISPI/Code-approved cast iron DWV pipe and fittings.
3. Horizontal pitch of pipe within the building, above and below slab, will not be less than ¹/₈" per foot. 
4. Cleanouts shall be at 50’ horizontal intervals, at any change in direction greater than a 45° angle, and at the individual fixtures. Cleanouts shall not be installed in public corridors and/or lobbies. If this cannot be avoided explore the use of wall cleanouts.
5. Vent stacks shall penetrate the roof with a minimum 4-inch diameter and extend to a minimum of 12 inches above the roof surface. Coordinate location with RTU intake.
6. All sanitary waste lines below the slab shall be collected together into main drains and exit the building to the sanitary sewer.
7. Cleanouts, the same size as the building drains, shall be brought to exterior grade surface within 5’ of the building for each building drain.
8. Storm water lines above or slab shall be code-approved PVC-type DWV Storm lines installed in sound-critical areas (board rooms, conference rooms, etc.) shall be insulated for sound control.
9. A cleanout shall be placed at the base of each vertical roof drain conductor.
10. All roof drain sump pans shall be four bolt patterns with under deck clamps and cast iron screens. 
11. Horizontal roof drain conductors shall be Insulation shall meet application and code requirements. Engineer to identify areas of return air ceiling plenum and anything within the plenum shall meet the 25/50 flame/smoke rating.
12. At each roof drain, an overflow drain shall be provided. 
13. The main roof drain shall be a cast iron dome and body; the overflow shall be of the same material as the main drain but have 2" high overflow collar.
14. Minimum size for roof drain outlets shall be 3” diameter.
15. All storm water lines below the slab shall collect into main drain lines, exit the building, and connect to the new storm sewer system.
16. Engineer to label each underground storm main exiting the building with main size, square footage of roof drained, rainfall rate used in calculations, and GPM discharged.
17. As with the sanitary waste line, exterior cleanouts shall be provided where the storm drains leave the building within 5’ 0” of the building.
18. Floor drains must be provided in all new and renovated restrooms and custodian closets.
19. A floor drain must be incorporated into mechanical/boiler rooms. 
20. Deep seal P-traps shall be used on all floor drains.
21. Walk-in plumbing chases shall be provided where practical (especially with restrooms containing four or more fixtures back-to-back). If not, a minimum of 24” shall be provided in all cases. Chases that do not meet this requirement shall be noted and reviewed during design development with the College.

PART 3 - DRAINAGE AND VENT SYSTEMS

1. Storm drain piping above ground, within building, use PVC type DWV.
2. Sanitary drain and vent piping above ground, within building, use PVC type DWV. 
3. Sanitary drain and vent piping below ground, within building, use cast iron DWV.
4. Storm drain piping, below ground, within building, use PVC type DWV. 
5. In return air plenums use no-hub cast-iron piping. 
6. For pressure sewer and storm piping, use pressure-rated piping and fittings. 

PART 4 - ACID WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS

1. The type of piping and need for an acid neutralization tank shall be discussed with the College prior to design in case-by-case application.
2. In return air plenums piping shall be PDVF, glass, or stainless steel piping. 

PART 4 - ACID WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS

1. Provide grease trap as required by the Board of Health and local municipalities. 
2. Provide access for grease trap and locate near a vehicle drive or loading area. 
3. Grease trap to be located on the exterior of the building. Provide a water hydrant within 25’ 0” of grease trap for maintenance.

SECTION 22 15 19 – AIR COMPRESSORS

PART 1 - COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEM

1. Air compressor shall be scroll Provide dryer oil-free air and automatic blowdown. Review application with the College.
2. Mount units on vibration isolators which have been anchored to substrate, in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Location of air compressor shall be reviewed with the College.
3. Install units on 4” high reinforced concrete pad, 4” larger on each side than compressor base.
4. Consider increased acoustical treatment of separating wall partitions and door assemblies to isolate noise.
5. Coordinate with the users the locations of air outlets for maintenance use.

PART 2 - VACUUM AIR SYSTEM 

1. Provide vacuum air systems in bio and dental labs as required by the College. 

SECTION 22 31 00 – DOMESTIC WATER SOFTENERS

1. Softeners shall be provided as required and approved by the Softener shall operate on a sensor control.
2. Softeners shall be fully charged with fresh salt and minerals at Building Substantial Completion. 
3. Softeners to be duplex or triplex to allow talk regeneration without interruption to the building.
4. All domestic hot water shall be softened; Engineer shall confirm with users if any specialty-use cold water is desired to be softened.

SECTION 22 34 00 – DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

1. A gas-fired or electric water heater shall serve the building with domestic hot A gas-fired water heater shall be highly efficient for energy conservation.
2. Point-of-use water heaters may be considered if the building layout, programming requirements, and related efficiencies support the application. Engineer shall review and obtain approval from the College. Utilize a loop system only when practical.
3. A central thermostatic mixing valve shall be installed to provide 120-degree Fahrenheit hot water (adjustable). A thermostatic mixing valve shall be provided at all emergency shower locations. Mixing valve shall be digital-type (the brain).
4. Thermometers and domestic hot water expansion tank shall be provided. 
5. Water heaters shall be duplex with each unit sized for 66% of the hot water load to allow building to stay in operation in the event of a failure.

SECTION 22 40 00 – PLUMBING FIXTURES

1. Water closets and urinals shall be wall-mounted vitreous china with hard wired sensor operated valves. 
2. Lavatories shall be wall-mounted vitreous china with hard wired sensor operated faucets. Under-counter mounted lavatories should only be used when approved by the Acceptable option shall be a solid surface counter with an integral bowl.
3. Type and style of fixtures and trim for administration areas shall be reviewed and approved by the College. 
4. Water Closet, Urinals, Lavatory:
   1. Sloan Optima 111 ESS hard wired sensor-operated flush valves with manual override lever/button is the recommended Design Standard; 1.1 GPF for water closets, 0.125 GPF for urinals. Water-free urinals are not permitted.
   2. Sloan Optima 350 EFA hard wired sensor operation with 35 GPM aerator is the recommended design standard.
   3. Automatic sensors shall be provided on all water closets, urinals, and Hard-wired power preferred for operated valves. Specified sensor and valve manufacturers shall be approved by the College.
5. Sinks in instructional areas shall be stainless steel, single-compartment, self-rimming sinks with 8" center set faucets with 2 1/2" ADA-compliant lever handles or automatic sensor set, as selected by the College. 
6. Art room sinks must include a clay trap. 
7. Hydrants shall be located as required for the ease of maintenance The wall hydrants shall be recessed; box type with locking covers, freeze proof, loose key operation, and shall be provided with an integral vacuum breaker.
   1. Locations of Hydrants:
      1. Gang restrooms. 
      2. Mechanical rooms. 
      3. Mechanical rooms. 
      4. Roof. 
      5. Exterior – every 100’.
8. Mop basins with stainless steel guards shall be installed in the janitor’s Caulk around mop basin, all fixtures, and wall. Provide a dome strainer.
9. A ¾” spigot and floor drain is desired in each Mechanical and Boiler Room. 

PART 3 - FAUCETS

1. Gooseneck faucets to be used with College approval If approved, they shall be the ‘swing away’ type.

SECTION 22 47 00 – DRINKING FOUNTAINS AND WATER COOLERS

1. Provide electric water coolers where approved by the College and as required by code. 
2. Install with GFI receptacles or fed from GFI breaker.
3. Provide water bottle fillers. 
4. Utilize standard mounting heights for adult patrons and per ADA guidelines. 

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SECTION 23 05 00 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC 

PART 1 - ABBREVIATIONS

AHU - Air Handling Unit 

ASHRAE - American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning Engineers  

BAS - Building Automation System 

BTU - British Thermal Units 

CFM - Cubic Feet per Minute 

CHW - Chilled Water 

CO2 - Carbon Dioxide 

CUH - Cabinet Unit Heater 

DDC - Direct Digital Controls 

DPT - Differential Pressure Transmitter 

DOAS - Dedicated Outdoor Air System 

FPS - Feet per Second 

HVAC - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning 

O and M - Operation and Maintenance Manual 

VFD - Variable Frequency Drive 

VAV - Variable Air Volume 

VRF - Variable Refrigerant Flow 

PART 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 

1. It is the intent of the College that an open and analytical approach be applied to HVAC system selections and that the College does not endorse or discourage any particular HVAC system selection. 
2. Engineer shall conduct HVAC system analysis and obtain college input.
3. HVAC system selections shall be reviewed with the College at the Schematic Design level to evaluate potential applications and determine final selections for Design Development. 
4. Computer-generated mechanical load calculations shall be prepared for HVAC systems. HVAC calculations shall be as recommended in the ASHRAE handbooks and other ASHRAE publications. System sizing should be based on the latest ASHRAE 1% cooling and 99.6% or -10° degrees Fahrenheit heating design conditions whichever is colder. 
5. Indoor design space temperatures shall be 75 degrees Fahrenheit / 50% RH in the summer and 72 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. 
6. HVAC system controls shall be configured to reset space temperature setpoint deadband during unoccupied hours to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (heating) and 80 degrees Fahrenheit (cooling). 
7. Projects utilizing Green Building Sustainable Design Concepts shall follow the latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 189.1. 
8. The materials and equipment specified for the mechanical work shall be verified with the College during the design development phase. 
9. Certain projects may require the mechanical systems to accommodate expansion and future additions. 
10. Ensure that mechanical equipment is installed per manufacturer’s recommendations. 
11. Ensure that start-up requirements are provided by factory-trained technicians for all major pieces of equipment. 
12. Ensure that O&M training requirements by factory-trained technicians are as follows and must be videotaped by the manufacturer and provided to the building maintenance staff: 
    1. Air Handling Units – 8 Hours. 
    2. Energy Recovery Units – 8 Hours. 
    3. Chillers – 16 Hours. 
    4. Air Cooled Condensing Units – 8 Hours. 
    5. Cooling Towers – 8 Hours. 
    6. VRF Systems – 16 Hours. 
    7. Boilers – 8 Hours. 
    8. Hydronic Pumps – 4 Hours. 
    9. Water Treatment – 4 Hours. 
    10. Variable Frequency Drives – 8 Hours.
    11. Building Automation System - 40 Hours.  
13. The Engineer shall investigate the required utilities and possible fuel sources. All necessary information shall be obtained no later than midway through the Design Development Phase and shall be recorded and shared with the College. 

PART 3 - DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS 

1. The HVAC system shall be designed to comply with the latest recommendations of the ASHRAE. The system shall bring in adequate amounts of fresh air to meet the requirements of the current edition of ASHRAE Standard 62.1, and it shall provide proper exhaust from areas where objectionable or unhealthy vapors may develop. 
2. Air-side (and water-side) heat recovery and other energy-saving techniques shall be used where feasible to achieve cost-effective solutions to meet the latest editions of ASHRAE Standards 62.1 and 90.1. air handling equipment shall include the use of economizers for free cooling. 
3. Since much of the annual operating hours are spent at part load operation, the design of the HVAC system must provide for efficient part load operations. Performance features including energy use, maintenance, and control performance must be considered while working within limited first cost constraints. 
4. Equipment Locations: 
   1. Discuss mechanical system and equipment location during Schematic Design. 
   2. Ground-level mechanical courtyard is acceptable. 
   3.  If rooftop equipment is provided, preference for equipment to be located in a penthouse (first priority). If located on the roof, a screen wall assembly is required to screen the equipment. 
      1. If rooftop equipment is provided, preference for equipment to be located in a penthouse (first priority). If located on the roof, a screen wall assembly is required to screen the equipment.
      2. Provide rooftop access to mechanical equipment with a full stair and 3' minimum door.
      3. If equipment is located in a penthouse, provide a 6’ door or removable louver to allow access to equipment. 
      4. Whenever possible, provide conventional stairway access to mechanical spaces not located at floor-level elevations. Use of ships ladders should be discouraged. 
      5. If rooftop equipment cannot be located within a penthouse, strong consideration should be given for custom units with a service corridor for exposed rooftop equipment.  
   4. Packaged roof-mounted equipment, exhaust fans, and related components are to be designed with low silhouettes and clean lines and located where least visible. Roof-mounted equipment and components shall be finished in a color to blend with background or as directed by the Architect and/or College designated representative. 
5. Maintenance access shall have a high priority. Accessibility shall be reviewed with the College during the Design Development Phase. Locate volume control boxes, valves, meters, gauges, dampers, fans, etc., above lay-in-ceiling or in exposed areas to facilitate maintenance access. Do not hide devices behind walls or above plaster ceilings. If access panels are needed, provide panels with hinges and key latch, not closure screws, unless approved by the College. Provide duct access doors where appropriate for fire dampers, etc. Consider catwalk with access ladders, and fall protection access platforms where appropriate and coordinate with structural steel.  
   1. Minimum size for access panels to be 18” x 18”, unless approved by College. 
6. Whenever possible, locate coils in the mechanical equipment area in lieu of in a chase or ceiling plenum to avoid leaks into occupied spaces. For equipment mezzanines, locate all equipment that contains coils and condensate drain pans within a curbed waterproof area. Provide the curbed area with a floor drain or a low sump point. The curb shall be minimum 4” high. All above-ceiling HVAC equipment with a cooling coil must be equipped with a secondary drain pan and proper independent drainage system. 
7. All floor-mounted equipment shall be installed on 4” minimum height concrete housekeeping pads. 
8. Noise control, both indoors and outside must be considered, especially with respect to adjoining property. Locate mechanical equipment rooms away from noise-sensitive areas and/or provide appropriate sound attenuation measures based on acoustical analysis to prevent noise-related issues (see sound and vibration control).  
9. HVAC systems serving frequently used entrances including lobbies and loading docks should be isolated from the main HVAC system to maintain temperature control stability and prevent objectionable fumes/odors from entering interior spaces. 
10. Locate fresh air intakes away from vehicle parking, cooling towers, loading dock(s), building exhaust fans, vent stacks, and related areas where fumes/odors could be drawn into the building. 
11. Provide variable frequency drives on all major pieces of HVAC equipment (fans and hydronic pumps) to conserve energy. 

PART 4 - SYSTEM CONSIDERATIONS  

1. General 
   1. The HVAC system to be proposed shall be based on the results of a system analysis, utility investigation, energy analysis, and other considerations described in this standard. The need to plan for reduced loads and energy conservation will require close coordination with Architectural and Electrical disciplines and shall be in compliance with the latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 90.1. 
   2. Building renovation/addition projects or limited structural requirements may dictate system type and shall be reviewed with and approved by the College prior to design. 
   3. Building outdoor air requirements should be based on the latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 62.1 with compensation for air evacuated by building exhaust systems to maintain a net positive building pressurization. The use of enthalpy wheels, plate exchangers, heat pipes, run-around loops, or other heat recovery methods should be considered for buildings with high ventilation rates, in compliance with the latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 90.1. 
   4. Pre-conditioning of the outdoor air by a DOAS unit is recommended to provide filtered and conditioned outdoor air to the inlet side of the main distribution air handler(s), or directly to the space for more precise temperature and humidity control. Use of a DOAS unit to deliver conditioned outside air is recommended for positive control of the outdoor air requirements. The relief/exhaust air should be returned to the DOAS unit for heat recovery purposes where applicable. 
2. Humidification 
   1. It is not intended that buildings have humidification unless directed by College for site-specific requirements. 
3. Sound and Vibration Control
   1. The design must ensure appropriate environmental sound levels for occupants. Design shall conform to ASHRAE Noise and Vibration Control Guidelines. Suggest specifying the following maximum background HVAC sound levels: 
      1. Classrooms: NC35. 
      2. Private Offices: NC30. 
      3. Open Offices: NC35. 
      4. Laboratories: NC40. 
      5. Libraries: NC30. 
      6. Conference Rooms: NC30. 
      7. Auditoriums: NC35.
   2. The selection of mechanical equipment and the design of equipment rooms shall provide for acceptable sound and vibration levels in occupied spaces. 
   3. Sound levels should be reduced but not so low as to produce an environment where normal sounds would be objectionable. 
   4. Provide vibration isolation at mechanical units with rotating components (fans, pumps, compressors, etc.) causing vibration. 
      1. Rooftop equipment and interior units: Isolate the fan and compressor inside the unit. 
      2. Equipment near critical areas: Work with acoustical consultant to limit noise.  
   5. Provide acoustical separation between mechanical spaces and occupied It is recommended that a wall of STC 60 be used between mechanical and occupied spaces.
   6. The design of HVAC systems shall include provisions for controlling airborne equipment noise, equipment vibration, duct-borne fan noise, duct breakout noise, flow-generated noise, and duct-borne crosstalk between rooms.
4. Value Engineering Considerations
   1. Any 'Value Engineering' considerations for the mechanical system shall be reviewed with the College. Evaluations (pros and cons) shall be provided as to the long-range impact on efficiency, maintenance, indoor air quality, and overall building comfort issues. 
5. Equipment Manufacturers
   1. See Bidding Procedures for mechanical equipment bidding requirements. 
   2. The specifications must be written so that bidders may solicit and include pricing on more than one manufacturer for each piece of equipment. This may be through alternates, line item equipment lists, etc. College does seek to competitively bid manufacturers and may select certain manufacturers to be listed as Base Bid or request line item pricing. The intent is to ensure quality of equipment and reduce inventory costs, simplify maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and training. 
      1. Engineers shall ensure that specification language will allow for competitive bidding and provide assurance of the equipment quality expected by the College. 
6. Design Standards Specifications
   
   1. The College’s design standards specifications are to be included in the Project Specifications. The Engineer is to expand the design standards specifications as required to completely define the Project in conjunction with the Design Drawings. Deviation from the College’s design standard criteria shall not be made unless approved by the College. 
   2. Depending on the specific project(s) needs, some portions of the design standards criteria details and specifications may not apply. Extensive coordination with the College will be required. The seal of the registered professional engineer shall be affixed to each Mechanical Drawing and the Specification prepared for the proposed project. 
7. Construction Phasing
   1. Construction phasing shall be reviewed with the College and coordinated as required.
   2. For a project where multiple ‘construction’ phases are required, the warranty period shall start after the final ‘construction’ phase of the project is complete (projects that are phased by the College due to financing do not apply). The Contractor shall obtain approval of the College to operate building HVAC systems during construction, prior to substantial completion. 
      1. This MUST be included in the Project Specifications:
         1. Warranty period shall start after the final construction phase of the project is completed. Contractor shall maintain the equipment up until end of construction (Final Substantial Completion). At a minimum, equipment maintenance shall be provided by the Contractor as recommended by the manufacturer. Contractor must maintain a maintenance log of tasks performed and provide it to the college at the time of Substantial Completion. All filters should be changed as needed but at least every three months. When the contractor inserts a new filter, they must date the filter with a marker. A maintenance log must be provided by the Contractor. New filters shall be installed at the time of Substantial Completion. 
8. Closeout Documents
   1. Ensure that O&M training requirements by factory technician are completed as outlined in the General Requirements information. 

SECTION 23 05 53 - IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT 

PART 1 - MECHANICAL IDENTIFICATION 

1. Valve charts shall be laminated, framed, and mounted on the wall at an accessible location. 

1. Provide ceiling tags where equipment is concealed above the ceiling. 

SECTION 23 09 00 – INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC 

PART 1 - TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM 

1. College shall approve all temperature control selections. Temperature control criteria shall be coordinated with the College. 
2. Temperature controls shall be DDC unless otherwise approved. The DDC system shall provide control and monitoring functions from a single network location, as directed by the College. 
3. DDC system must have web access. Systems shall be open-protocol. 
4. Provide an operator’s workstation where requested by the College. 
5. Maintenance scheduling shall be provided within the DDC system. 
6. Multiple sensor ports shall be provided throughout the system for enhanced monitoring capability. 
7. All annual licensing and upgrade fees must be included. BAS software shall be updated to the latest available version at completion of construction. 
8. When outdoor air is ducted directly to air handling units, airflow monitoring station(s) shall be provided to control and verify minimum outdoor air flow rate into each unit. 
9. Variable frequency drives shall be provided on all pump motors and air-handling unit fan motors. 
10. CO2 sensors shall be utilized for demand-controlled ventilation for assembly and large group spaces and other spaces as required by Indiana Energy Codes, the latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 90.1, and other applicable codes and regulations. 
11. Locate outside air sensors on north building elevations with appropriate weather shielding. 
12. Use flat-plate sensors (sensor-only thermostats) for common areas or areas with unsupervised access.  
13. Provide digital output relay to operate normally closed dry contact for “critical” HVAC alarms. “Critical” HVAC alarms to be provided shall be reviewed with the College during design. 
14. BAS panels shall be neatly wired and provided with one-line schematics – no “bird nest” of wiring. 
15. When attic heaters are utilized, the BAS system shall sense and show attic space temperature and heater on/off status. 
16. The BAS system shall show on/off status for fume hoods. 
17. If applicable, provide a manual “Chiller Drained” status to BAS for air-cooled chillers. 
18. Use DPTs for filters. 
19. Provide discharge air temperature sensors on all air terminals with heating and/or cooling coils and all fan coil units. 
20. Provide DPT on condenser water basket strainer, where applicable. 
21. Use hardwired safeties in addition to software-driven safeties. 
22. “J” hooks shall be used above ceilings for all temperature control wiring. Temperature control wiring connections shall terminate in junction box or enclosure. 
23. Filters shall be provided upstream of all airflow measurement stations, regardless of type. 
24. Review controls sequencing in detail with the College staff (and the Commissioning Agent if used), prior to bidding. 

PART 2 - CIRTICAL ALARMS

1. A critical alarms list shall be provided in the bid specification to include all of the following: 
   1. Freezer Refrigerant Alarm: When freezer temperature rises above 10 degrees Fahrenheit. 
   2. Low Heating Water Supply Temperature: When OA is less than 35 degrees Fahrenheit and HW supply temperature drops below 100° degrees Fahrenheit. 
   3. High Chilled Water Temperature: Chilled water system is enabled but CHWS is greater than 50 degrees Fahrenheit. 
   4. Low Building Temperature: Any space temperature less than 50 degrees Fahrenheit. 
   5. High Building Temperature: Any space temperature greater than 85 degrees Fahrenheit. 
   6. AHU Status: AHU fan is commanded on, but fails to operate i.e. freeze stat, no air flow, etc. 
   7. Chilled water pump failure. 
   8. Heating water pump failure. 
   9. Chilled water system fill meter. 
   10. Heating water system fill meter: Send alarm when over 3 gallons is made up in 24 hours to the system. 
   11. CHW evaporator discharge temperature greater than 85 degrees Fahrenheit (even if no cooling is required). 
   12. Electrical Power Loss (Building Service): Send one alarm on a loss of power. 
   13. Low level in glycol makeup tank, if provided. 
   14. Low level in cooling tower basin or indoor sump, if provided. 
   15. Refrigerant alarm and emergency exhaust activation as required by ASHRAE 15.  

PART 3 - CO2 SENSORS

1. CO2 sensors shall be provided for energy savings and air quality control where appropriate for systems serving large group and assembly spaces. 
2. CO2 sensors shall be installed in all classrooms for monitoring and control purposes, in accordance with the latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 90.1. 

SECTION 23 11 23 – GAS PIPING 

1. Gas piping shall enter the building in the mechanical/boiler room and provide gas to the water heater(s), boiler(s), and the kitchen, as required. 
2. Emergency gas shut-off systems with solenoid valves shall control student desks in each science lab. Gas turrets shall be equipped with integral check valves. Valves shall be contained in a concealed locked box. Emergency mushroom/slap switch with key reset shall be installed at exits from mechanical rooms with gas-fired equipment, in accordance with Code. 
3. Gas-fired domestic hot water heaters and heating hot water boilers are preferred. 
4. Coordinate gas service needs with labs, domestic hot water, and HVAC system needs. 
5. Review requirements for gas for science labs and provide emergency gas shut-off panels. 

SECTION 23 21 13 – HYDRONIC PIPING 

PART 1 - GENERAL

1. Provide drain valves at all low points and manual vents at all high points on hydronic mains. 
2. Automatic chemical feeders are preferred in place of manual shot feeders. 
3. Provide hot water control valves on CUHs unless otherwise approved. 
4. Provide isolation valves at all mechanical rooms and main branches (review with College). 
5. Provide a bypass with lockable manual shut-off valve on all make-up water lines with pressure-reducing valves. 
6. Branch lines to reheat coils shall be Type “L” copper, on 2½” or smaller pipe. Unions shall be provided for control valve and coil removal. 

PART 2 - HEATING AND COOLING PIPING DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 

1. Differential pressure sensor/transmitter locations shall be indicated on drawings and verified on as-builts. 
2. Isolation valves shall be provided for removal of each piece of equipment and at each branch take-off from the piping mains. Review with the College locations of all isolation valves for mechanical and plumbing to ensure adequacy for maintenance. 
3. The distribution systems shall have valve connections to each air handling unit, fan coil unit, and terminal reheat coil. Each fan coil unit and terminal reheat coil return connection shall have an auto flow device for flow measurement and adjustment. Air handling unit hydronic cooling and heating coils shall be provided with pressure-independent control valves.  
4. The systems shall be designed for use of 2-way valves for temperature control at air handlers and VAV terminals. 3-way valves may be used at the end of pipe runs to bypass minimum flow required to maintain pump operation. Heating and cooling hydronic systems shall use separate distribution piping (4-pipe system) unless approval is given to the use of or extension of an existing combined (2-pipe) system. 
5. All water piping shall be sized for a maximum friction loss of 2.5' per 100' of pipe. Maximum water velocity shall be 4 FPS for 2½" and smaller pipe. Maximum velocity for larger pipe shall be 7 FPS. 
6. Provide thermometers and gages at all devices that normally have a change in temperature and/or pressure. Types of thermometers and gauges shall be reviewed with and approved by the College. 
7. Provide stainless steel strainers in all closed system pump suction lines. 
8. Provide complete condensate drainage systems for the cooling systems. Condensate piping shall connect to plumbing waste system per Code. 
9. If a sump pump is being used, it must have local audible and visual alarms. The high water alarm shall be connected to the BAS as a critical alarm. 

SECTION 23 21 23 – HYDRONIC PUMPS 

1. Building heating hot water pumps shall be base-mounted end suction type. Two 100% redundant building pumps are required, unless otherwise approved by the College. 
2. Building chilled water pumps shall be base-mounted end suction type. Two pumps sized for 50% to 100% of the peak flow requirement, based on direction from the College, shall be provided. Primary-secondary pumping system with variable speed control for secondary pipe loop, based on pressure differential sensing, is preferred system configuration. Variable primary-only pumping may be considered when applied with the appropriate equipment selections.  

SECTION 23 31 13 – METAL DUCTS 

1. Airflow measuring stations must be provided in the outdoor air stream for all air handling units.  
2. All main duct trunks and main branches shall be galvanized sheet metal. All outdoor air ducts shall be externally insulated for thermal purposes. 
3. Fume hood and chemical storage cabinet exhaust ductwork shall be welded stainless steel, unless otherwise approved or directed by the College. If fume hood exhaust is highly acidic in concentration, fume hood exhaust ductwork shall be fiberglass or PVC-lined steel. 
4. The proper medium-pressure ductwork correction factor shall be used for determination of friction loss due to roughness of the duct liner. Duct velocity shall not exceed 1500 FPM for main trunks and 750 FPM for runouts from main trunk. Engineering calculations for increased velocities must be reviewed with the college and must result in the duct system pressure drop being below the fan energy limitations stated in latest edition of ASHRAE Standard 90.1. 
5. Use a rigid metal 90-degree elbow at all diffusers when a sideways connection is required (i.e. limited ceiling space). 
6. Hose clamps should be used to connect flexible duct to metal duct. Tie-wraps will not be allowed. 
7. Static pressure sensor locations shall be noted on drawings and verified on as-builts. 
8. No internal glass fiber duct lining (insulation) unless double wall metal is used to cover the lining. EDPM-based elastomeric is acceptable in ductwork and terminal units in lieu of double-wall construction. Double-walled VAVs are preferred over externally insulated ones. 
9. Conditioned supply air shall be provided to ALL restrooms. 
10. Provide dust collection systems in wood shops when required by the College. 

SECTION 23 36 00 – AIR TERMINAL UNITS 

1. For VAV system design, pinch-style VAV terminal units or parallel fan-powered style, with reheat coils shall be utilized unless otherwise approved by the College. 

SECTION 23 37 13 – DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES 

1. Floor supply diffusers/registers should be avoided. The College shall approve exceptions. 
2. Ceiling diffusers and grilles shall be selected to fit into the ceiling system being used. The ceiling device shall have a frame for mounting directly into the ceiling suspension system and shall be of dimensions compatible with the ceiling module or panel size. 
3. Wall registers and grilles shall be selected so that style, dimensions, aspect ratios, and locations are compatible with the finish treatment of the space. 
4. Air diffusers, registers, and grilles shall be designed to coordinate with the general construction and architectural treatment of the finished spaces. Exposed components shall be given a factory-baked enamel or anodized finish in a color selected by the Architect/College. Air diffusers, registers, and grilles shall be mounted in frames so the devices may be easily removed for maintenance and repair. 
5. Air diffusers, registers, and grilles shall be shown on the reflected ceiling plans and wall elevations. 
6. All supply diffusers and registers shall have fully adjustable air patterns. Ceiling diffusers shall have round neck connections and full air pattern adjustment. 

SECTION 23 52 00 - BOILERS 

1. High-efficiency condensing-type boilers shall be utilized whenever possible for energy conservation. Use of other types of boilers shall require approval by the College. 
2. Building renovation/addition projects may dictate heating system type and shall be reviewed with and approved by the College prior to design. 
3. Use of conventional boilers shall not be used unless approved by the College. If used, consideration shall be given to the use of primary-secondary pumping systems with variable speed control for secondary pipe loops, based on pressure differential sensing. 
4. The drainage from the high-efficiency condensing boilers is acidic and must be neutralized to prevent pipe corrosion. Plumbing drains associated with the condensate draining shall be addressed to accept same. 
5. Install equipment on 4” concrete housekeeping pad and locate with required clearance for servicing. 
6. Boiler vents for condensing boilers shall be double-wall stainless steel and comply with Code. 
7. Boiler vents for conventional boilers shall be as recommended by the manufacturer and comply with Code. 
8. When using condensing boiler design, consider a maximum heating supply temperature in the range of 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit, reset down as outside air temperature increases. For conventional boiler design consider a supply temperature range of 160 – 180 degrees Fahrenheit, reset down as outside air temperature increases. Operating temperatures shall conform to manufacturer’s recommendations. 

SECTION 23 64 00 - CHILLERS 

PART 1 - GENERAL 

1. Use of air-cooled chillers is recommended unless size dictates use of water-cooled chillers. Chiller selections must be optimized for part load conditions. Variable speed chiller compressor design should be utilized. Chiller selections must be approved by the College. 
2. Glycol in chilled water system is not to be used, unless approved by the College. A remote indoor evaporator bundle or remote outdoor air-cooled condenser should be utilized when possible. Glycol systems shall not be connected to makeup water. Provide a glycol makeup unit with pump, low-level audible alarm, and dry contact for monitoring by the BAS. 
3. The use of water-side heat recovery systems such as heat recovery chillers shall be considered as a source for free hydronic heat, summer reheat, and to reduce the need for simultaneous heating and cooling. 

PART 2 - COOLING/DEHUMIDIFICATION 

1. The cooling system shall be designed for adequate temperature and humidity control. 
2. A free source of reheat, such as a heat pipe, hot gas reheat, enthalpy wheel, plate exchanger, or heat recovery chiller should be provided if justified by a cost/benefit analysis. 
3. The College shall approve final chiller selections. Chiller(s) shall provide efficient operation at low load and ambient conditions. Variable-speed compressor applications are preferred. 
4. Building renovation/addition projects may dictate cooling system type and shall be reviewed with and approved by the College prior to design. 
5. All refrigerants to be used in cooling equipment shall be reviewed with and approved by the College during design. 
6. If using a water-cooled chiller: 
   1. Provide stainless steel sump tank if exposed inside building (cooling tower drain down). Pump and tank packages are preferred. 
   2. Cooling tower preference is for ground-mounted (not on the roof). 
   3. Review the access details of the cooling tower platforms, rails, etc. (in detail) with the College to ensure appropriateness for maintenance access. 
7. Provide exterior concrete pad for the entire chiller/condenser area, from wall to wall or fence to fence areas. 
8. Air-cooled condensing units with digital or variable speed scroll compressors shall be considered and when used shall provide energy-efficient operation at low load and ambient conditions with a minimum EER rating of 12.0. College shall approve all final selections. 
9. Low ambient controls should be specified for all air-cooled condensing units. 
10. Air-cooled units shall be selected at an entering condenser air temperature 5 degrees Fahrenheit higher than the summer design outdoor air dry bulb temperature. Design saturated suction temperature shall be between 35 degrees and 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Final selections shall be based on region location. 
11. Elevator Equipment Rooms and Main Technology Rooms shall have an independent cooling system. System shall be selected with a low ambient package to allow for operation at winter design conditions. Secondary Technology Rooms may be served from the building system if approved by the College but cannot exceed 80 degrees (see ventilation). 

SECTION 23 72 00 – AIR HANDLING UNITS 

PART 1 - GENERAL 

1. Separate and isolated air handling systems shall be provided for technology labs where it would be objectionable to mix air streams with other occupied spaces (i.e. Automotive, Welding, Masonry, HVAC, Electrical, etc. shall be served with separate AHU systems). 
   1. Additional specialty exhaust may be required for welding or other vocational labs. 

PART 2 - VENTILATION 

1. The use of DOAS units shall be considered to meet outdoor air requirements whenever possible with particular attention to indoor air quality and heat recovery. The outdoor air shall be filtered, cooled, heated, and dehumidified. The unit shall incorporate a method of heat recovery, unless otherwise approved by the College. The pre-conditioned outdoor air shall be delivered directly to the occupied spaces or the distribution air-handling units. Building renovation projects may dictate introduction of outside air into the space and shall be reviewed with and approved by the College prior to design. 
2. Building exhaust ventilation requirements shall be provided by fans located on the roof or plenum or incorporated within the DOAS unit. The air shall be exhausted through wall louvers, roof vents, exhausters, or primary air units as required. 
   1. Provide additional specialized ventilation as required for welding labs and other vocational labs as required. 
3. Roof curbs shall be a minimum of 16” inches high as measured from the roof surface (not the deck). 
4. Toilet rooms shall be maintained at a negative air pressure relative to the adjacent areas. Minimum exhaust airflow rate shall meet the following criteria: 
   1. 2 CFM per square foot or 75 CFM per plumbing fixture (water closet/urinal) or as dictated by Code, whichever is larger. 
5. Use of exhaust fans as backup cooling for main and secondary technology rooms may be considered, if approved by the College. 

PART 3 - AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 

1. Energy-efficient and zoneable systems design such as Variable Air Volume and Variable Refrigerant Flow should be first priority considerations, as well as other HVAC systems with comparable efficiencies and zoneability qualities. College shall approve all final selections prior to start of design. 
2. If space limitations or budget restraints prohibit the use of indoor central equipment, rooftop equipment may be permitted, if approved by the College. However, pre-conditioned outdoor air should be supplied either to the rooftop units or directly to the indoor spaces. The building should be maintained at a slight positive pressure by having the total outdoor air supply exceed the total building continuous occupied mode exhaust. Building pressurization control should maintain the building at a slight positive pressure of 0.05" wc. 
3. Provide two sets of pleated filters (ahead of the coils) in supply airstream – MERV 8 filters for first stage (pre-filter) and MERV 13 filters for second stage on all air handling and energy recovery units. Exhaust airstream (ahead of wheels or coils) of energy recovery units shall be provided with one set of MERV 8 filters. 
4. Provide zoning for HVAC in auditoriums, community rooms, administration areas, and large gathering areas for separate scheduling use. 
5. To discourage the growth of bacteria in the air-handling units and the spread of any bacteria that might develop from propagating through the ductwork, positively sloped drain pans and easily cleaned coils shall be provided.  
6. Each air-handling unit casing shall be 2" thick double wall with solid inner liner.  
7. Steam pre-heat coils (if used) shall have integral face and bypass dampers for freeze protection. Hydronic pre-heat coils (if used) shall have a pumped coil arrangement that provides for continuous recirculation of blended, variable-temperature water through the pre-heat coil during freezing conditions.  
8. All drain pans shall be stainless steel. 
9. Sound attenuators shall be provided on the supply and return of each air-handling unit, unless acoustical analysis proves they aren’t necessary to achieve acceptable sound levels in the building. 
10. Install floor-mounted air handling units on 4” (min) housekeeping pads. Height shall be coordinated with condensate trap depth requirements. 
11. Provide factory-installed base rail to support all sections of units. 
12. Provide lighting in all AHU sections and at least one convenience receptable on the unit. Power for lighting and receptacle shall be provided from separate circuit from fan power circuit. 
13. Maintain a minimum 24” clearance pathway around AHUs when installed next to walls or other equipment. In addition, maintain all access and service requirement distances per manufacturer’s recommendations (i.e. coil pull area, tube removal area, etc.). 
14. Air handling system(s) shall include economizers for free cooling and eliminate or reduce the need for mechanical cooling. 
15. Air handlers must be designed and sized for approximately 15% additional capacity to accommodate future changes in space use and needs (i.e. typical classroom change to computer lab). Engineer shall review with the College the potential areas where the most likely changes could occur. 

SECTION 23 82 39 – UNIT HEATERS 

1. Building entrances/vestibules shall be provided with flush-mounted wall or ceiling cabinet heaters capable of maintaining the required temperature at night with the central systems shut off or set back. 
2. All spaces with measurable heat loss shall be provided with heating systems. Generally, unit heaters may be used for service corridors, maintenance areas, sprinkler rooms, etc. 
3. Where attic heaters are used, provide temperature and on/off status at BAS. 
4. Provide a heat source for all concealed above-ceiling spaces that have sprinkler piping

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SECTION 26 05 00 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 

PART 1 - GENERAL 

1. The electrical systems design will take into consideration the type of facility, program, project type, and site considerations. Project requirements and program are to be reviewed and verified with the College prior to start of design and engineering. 
2. Verify scope of electrical requirements with the College. 
3. The potential and/or master planned aspect for future expansion(s) shall be discussed with the College. Services shall be coordinated with the future planning aspect in mind and the related impact. 
4. The Engineer shall determine the electrical classifications of various areas of the building. 
5. All applicable local and national electrical codes must be followed. Permits and fees shall be taken care of by the Contractor. 
6. The electrical equipment and electrical installation shall be required to meet the seismic performance requirements required for the specific area where the facility is located. 
7. The Contractor shall request a local inspection on each project with a “rough-in” and a final inspection. The College’s staff shall be notified of any violations. 
8. The project shall include a power system study with short circuit, arc flash hazard, and coordination. The A/E shall do a preliminary short circuit study to determine available fault current to appropriately specify the equipment. During the construction phase, the contactor shall have a power system study done that includes short circuit, arc flash, and coordination based on the proposed equipment. The A/E shall review the study and confirm that the equipment meets the available fault current, incident energy levels, and proposed circuit breaker trip settings for power distribution equipment at specific locations on the building's power distribution system. The Contractor will be responsible for providing and installing the appropriate labels once the study has been finalized. 
9. Follow current NEC code for ground fault protection. 
10. Do not leave panelboards containing exposed “LIVE” parts unattended. 
11. A/E shall require that all penetrations through fire-rated walls, floors, and ceilings be sealed with an approved UL fire stop assembly. Installation shall be assigned to a single qualified installer that has been approved by the current Insurance Company, “Approval of Firestop Contractors.” 

PART 2 - ABBREVIATIONS 

GFCI - Ground Fault Current Interrupter  

NEC - National Electric Code 

EMT - Electric Metal Tube  

MC - Metal-Clad Cable 

GRC - Galvanized Rigid Conduit  

SPD - Surge Protection Device  

HID - High-Intensity Discharge 

PART 3 - DEMOLITION 

1. Where existing work is removed, remove associated wiring, cabling, terminations, and all obsolete exposed and interfering conduit and work. 
2. All existing exposed conduits, surface raceway, and wiring shall be completely removed unless directed otherwise by the Architect. 
3. Existing outlet boxes that are being abandoned shall be covered with a blank wall plate to match new device plates specified. 
4. All abandoned service entrance conduits entering buildings from underground shall be removed. If this is not feasible, all cable shall be removed from these conduits and conduits shall be sealed as to not allow water to leak into the building. Where abandoned service conduits stub up outdoors they must be cut off at grade level and sealed. 
5. Interior conduits in slabs that are abandoned shall have all cable removed and shall be sealed. Abandoned conduits shall be removed from all panelboards and distribution panels where possible. 
6. First right of refusal shall belong to the Owner. Contractor shall dispose of all materials not kept by Owner. 
7. All remaining lights, switches, receptacles, motors, etc., not disturbed in the remodeling shall be checked for proper operation and any circuit opened by the remodeling work shall be properly reconnected. 
8. All electrical work to be installed in finished rooms of the existing building shall be installed in a concealed manner where practicable; otherwise, shall be installed in surface type, two-piece raceway. 
9. During phasing of the work and/or general construction schedule, all systems, including fire alarm, shall remain operational until the new work is completed and operational; at which time the old work is to be removed. 

SECTION 26 05 10 – CABLES 

1. Minimum wire sizes shall be No. 12 AWG copper for lighting and power circuits and No. 14 AWG copper for 120V motor control and similar control wiring, unless otherwise stipulated. 
2. Provide wire having NEC 600 volt insulation and of type THHN/THWN for dry locations, THWN/XHHN for wet areas. 
3. High-voltage wire specifications must be confirmed with the College. 
4. All wire terminating in light fixtures shall be of the heat-resisting type, approved for the specific application, but not less than 150 degrees Celsius (392 degrees Fahrenheit) insulation and may be type “AF” or “SFF-2”. 
5. Use of aluminum conductors will not be permitted. 
6. Provide stranded conductors for #10 and #12 AWG. Provide stranded conductors for sizes #8 AWG and larger. 
7. Voltage Drop should not exceed 3% from the branch panel to the last outlet. 
8. As a minimum for 120 volts, 20 amp, 1500 watts #12 AWG shall not exceed 75’, #10 AWG shall not exceed 120’. For 208 volts, 3-phase, 4,320 watts #12 AWG shall not exceed 130’, #10 AWG shall not exceed 215’. 
9. As a minimum for 277 volts, 20 amp, 3325 watts #12 AWG shall not exceed 170’, #10 AWG shall not exceed 250’, for 480 volts, 3-phase, 10,000 watts #12 AWG shall not exceed 300’, #10 AWG shall not exceed 500’. 
10. All cables shall be plenum rated unless otherwise noted. 

SECTION 26 05 26 – GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 

1. Where available on the premises, the building grounding electrode system shall consist of connections to the main water service piping, building steel, concrete encased electrode, ground ring, and ground rod(s). The grounding conductors used to bond grounding electrodes together shall be identified and sized in accordance with Article 250 of the NEC. 
2. The ground rod system shall be comprised of three 10’ x 3/4” ground rods spaced in a triangular configuration 10’ apart. The rods shall be exothermically welded (cad welds or equal) together with a grounding electrode conductor sized in accordance current NEC. The bare grounding electrode shall be routed back to the service grounded bus. All cable and rods shall be buried a minimum of 18”. 
3. The water main shall be grounded with a continuous grounding electrode conductor sized in accordance with current NEC code. The connection must be made no more than 5’ from the water main's entrance to the building. 
4. Any water meters or pipe unions that might break ground continuity shall require bonding jumpers the size of the grounding electrode conductor. 
5. Provide a ground node adjacent to the service switchboard/panelboard tying all grounding electrode conductors to a single location. Install equipment ground conductor from ground node to service switchboard/panelboard. 
6. Equipment grounds from the ER and TR rooms goes back to grounding node at service switchboard/panelboard. 

SECTION 26 05 33 - RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 

PART 1 - RACEWAYS 

1. Exposed conduit shall be run at right angles parallel to the building walls and equipment in a neat and workmanlike manner. All conduits shall be run near the ceiling and at the same height and parallel with the utility piping, where such piping is level. Conduit sleeves, etc., required for the installation of conduit in floors, walls, partitions, etc., shall be set by the electrical contractor and shall arrange with the general contractor for all slots, openings, etc., which may be required for the conduit installation or for positioning and dimensions of such openings. All conduits shall be concealed unless otherwise noted. Where surface-mounted conduit, EMT or GRC, is accessible to students or staff, contractor must use 1-hole straps for support. Minerallac clamps may be used in all other areas. 
2. EMT conduit shall be used unless otherwise noted in these specifications. Minimum trade size of ¾” EMT. 
3. Provide four ¾” spare EMT conduits for each flush-mounted distribution panel board to an accessible space. 
4. Provide separate raceways for different voltage systems. 
5. All branch circuit conduits (for outlets and switches) shall be run overhead when possible. Feeder conduits (rigid or PVC) to electrical panelboards must be a minimum of 24” below slab. 

PART 2 - GALVANIZED RIGID CONDUIT 

1. Mechanical room and tunnel conduits shall be galvanized rigid. Minimum trade size of ¾” GRC. 
2. All exposed conduits outdoors and in damp locations shall be galvanized rigid. 

PART 3 - PVC CONDUIT (MINIMUM ¾”) 

1. Schedule 40 PVC conduit shall be used for all underground conduit installations, unless otherwise noted. 
2. Schedule EB PVC shall be used when conduits are encased in concrete incoming electrical services. 
3. Schedule 80 PVC shall be used when conduits are direct buried under roadways, loading dock areas, and sidewalks. 
4. To prevent corrosion due to contact with soil and/or concrete and to prevent physical damage, install rigid galvanized steel or reinforced thermosetting resin RTRC conduit elbows where transitioning from below-grade to above-grade installations.  
5. Flexible Metal Conduit 
   1. Flexible metal conduit shall be used in 6’ lengths or less for the wiring of light fixtures, equipment that is subject to vibration, transformers in dry locations, and motors in dry locations. 
   2. An equipment grounding conductor shall be sized per the current National Electrical Code and shall be pulled in all flexible metal conduits. 
   3. All flexible metal conduits shall originate in a junction box and terminate at the light fixture that it supplies. No fixture-to-fixture wiring will be permitted. 
   4. Under no circumstances shall flexible metal conduit be used in place of the conduit specified for its particular area unless expressly approved by the College. 

PART 4 - LIQUIDTIGHT FLEXIBLE METAL CONDUIT 

1. Liquidtight flexible conduit shall be used for any outdoor installation or any installation that may be subject to damp conditions. It may be used on the same type of equipment listed for flexible metal conduit. 
2. Under no circumstances shall liquid-tight flexible metal conduit be used in lieu of the conduit specified for a particular area unless expressly approved by the College. 

PART 5 - MC CABLE INSTALLATION 

1. Support MC cable in accordance with the current NEC such that supports are not more than 6’ apart. 
2. All MC cable work shall be completed in a workmanlike and neat manner/appearance. 
3. MC cable may be used for all branch circuits within the building envelope from the last branch circuit panelboard to the last device, except as follows: 
   1. Do not use MC cable when entering or leaving panelboards. Provide a splice box with terminal strips located above panelboards. Feed from panelboard to terminal strips with conduit and wire, feed from terminal strips to last device with MC cable. 
   2. Do not use MC cable in areas where there will be no ceiling. All wiring in these areas shall be installed in conduit. 
   3. Do not install MC cable in concrete or under floor slabs. 
   4. Do not use MC cable when exposed below 8’. 
   5. Do not use MC cable for circuits to and from the dimming racks. 
   6. Do not use MC cable for circuits supporting any sound equipment indicated on the documents. 

PART 6 - WIREMOLD 

1. Use Wiremold 2300 series or larger when possible. Provide a wire mold that can accommodate data in classrooms that may be future computer rooms. 
2. Wiremold V800 or 2300 shall be supported by two whole support straps. 
3. Use wire mold 5400 series raceways with divider in classroom and computer labs for telecom and power requirements. 

PART 7 - WIREWAYS 

1. When a grouping of starters, switches, control equipment, etc. are provided, the contractor must furnish and install a complete approved metal raceway or trough for the conveyance and distribution of electric wires and cables, designed for easy accessibility to the wires and cables, and provided with concentric knockouts at intervals for the extension of conduit. 
2. Square duct shall be standard 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 10’ lengths, bolted together to form a continuous, unbroken wireway. Small sizes (4 x 4 and smaller) shall be provided with hinged cover and fastening device. Larger sizes (6 x 6 and larger) shall be provided with screw cover and gasket. Provide tees, elbows, pull box hangers, supports, etc., to make same adaptable to building structure. Ducts shall be permanently supported, anchored to wall, ceiling truss, etc. Bond each length together with a #12 AWG (minimum) green grounding conductor. 

PART 8 - ELECTRICAL OUTLET AND JUNCTION BOXES 

1. All switches and receptacles shall be 20A specification grade unless otherwise noted. Acceptable manufacturers are Cooper, Hubbell, Leviton, and Pass & Seymour. 
2. Tamper-resistant receptacles shall be installed in locations as required by the NEC. 
3. In addition to the required computer outlets, each classroom will have a minimum of two (2) general purpose 20 amp 120 volt circuits dedicated to the receptacles in that room. Provide duplex outlets spaced a maximum of 6’ on center per wall (if not blocked by heaters, permanent casework, closets, etc.). Provide floor boxes with outlets as shown on the space planning standards. 
4. All pull boxes shall be equipped with a proper cover and junction boxes shall be supported either by an all-thread rod or securely fastened to the building structure. 
5. Size and gauge of boxes shall conform to the current NEC.
6. Surface-mounted 4” and 4 11/16” junction boxes shall be mounted on concrete walls with a minimum of two plastic anchors with #10 screws. Larger junction boxes shall be mounted on concrete walls with a minimum ¼” – 20 bolt size Ackerman Johnson lead anchor. When these boxes are mounted to concrete ceilings use steel drop-in anchors with a minimum bolt size ¼” x 20. 
7. Wherever standard boxes are of insufficient size, provide and install pull boxes with screw covers as shown or where necessary to facilitate the installation of cables and wires. The pull boxes shall be of type suitable for application and of sufficient size to accommodate all cables within and without crowding. 
8. The use of any floor boxes, power poles, and horizontal raceways shall be reviewed and discussed with the College. 
9. Concealed work outlet boxes shall be code gauge formed steel, galvanized. Use square boxes in wood construction, Use deep boxes throughout. Flush device boxes in masonry or drywall walls shall be 4” square with raised square cut covered masonry boxes designed for installation in masonry or drywall walls. Include all necessary plaster rings. Exposed boxes shall cast type FS or FS with matching cover, threaded hubs, gaskets, and rustproof screws. Seal all unused openings with proper K.O. plugs. 
10. Do not provide electrical outlets in restrooms that have a shower or shower wand. Light switches in these restrooms must be waterproof type. 
11. There shall be adequate corridor receptacles for janitorial operations. Coordinate exact locations of pull boxes with other trades. 
12. Switches for 3-way, 4-way, or single pole operation shall be specification grade and shall be rated 20 ampere – 120V/277V. Manufacturer shall be Cooper, Hubbell, Leviton, Pass & Seymour, or an approved equal. 
13. Locking key switches for single pole, 3-way, or 4-way operation shall be specification grade similar to Hubbell 1221L-1223L-1224L, or the equivalent Cooper, Leviton, or Pass & Seymour switch. 
14. All switches and receptacles shall be white. Cover plates shall be thermoplastic white. Exceptions: renovations shall match existing device color and cover plate; emergency devices and cover plates shall be red, locations with wood panel/wainscot shall be brown. 
15. Dual technology occupancy sensors are required for public restrooms and toilet rooms. 
16. GFCI outlets should be situated around the exterior of the building for convenience use. Install each of these circuits on dedicated 20 amp branch circuit to allow the custodian to turn them off when not needed. Install at least two receptacles near the front entry for Holiday lighting and an outlet at least every 100 ft along the building perimeter. 
    1. Architect/Engineer should ask the campus what exterior activities are planned for future activities. Ensure that exterior electrical locations are created for these events to occur. 
       1. Movies, social events, parties, fairs, concerts, etc. 
17. Each exterior outlet shall have an “in-use” weatherproof, lockable cover that is capable of being closed over a plug to maintain a dry outlet. 
18. Review and coordinate with the College, any requirements for exterior hook-ups required for special exterior events. 
19. Ceiling mount and wall mount displays shall have their outlets on the high wall no lower than 12" from the ceiling. Power cords shall not be plugged in above ceilings. 
20. LCD projectors shall have two (2) 20 amp duplex receptacles mounted in a 2'x2' project mounting pan. Power cords shall not be plugged above ceiling. 
21. Provide a 20 amp GFCI duplex receptacle in every large walk-in plumbing chase. 

PART 9 - OUTLET INSTALLATION SCHEDULE 

SECTION 26 05 5-3 – IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 - INDEXING

1. Each distribution panelboard circuit and each branch panelboard circuit shall have a typed directory identifying the area served including Index shall be typewritten upon heavy card stock paper not subject to fading or mildew, shall be covered with a clear plastic window, and held securely in a suitable frame. Type date (month and year) and panel designation on each index.
2. Each index shall be sequenced in accordance with actual panel circuiting, e.:
   1. Left side - top to bottom: 1, 3, 5, 7,
   2. Right side - top to bottom: 2, 4, 6, 8,
   3. Standard index cards printed 1, 2, 3, , are not acceptable.

PART 2 - TAGGING/LABELING

1. The Contractor shall tag all feeders, sub-feeders, branch circuits, and main cables in all junction boxes, pull boxes, wire gutters, and main switchboard.
2. Provide nameplates on all equipment such as switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, dry-type transformers, motor control centers, motor controllers, VFDs, heavy-duty disconnect switches, Nameplate shall include the following:
   1. Equipment identification name/number.
   2. Voltage.
   3. Source fed from.
3. Nameplates shall be laminated phenolic with a black surface and white core for normal power, or red surface and white core for emergency power. Use ¹/₁₆" inch thick material for plates up to 2" x 4”. For larger sizes use ¹/₈" thick material.
4. Lettering shall be condensed Gothic. The space between lines shall be equal to the width of the letters. Use ¼” inch minimum height letters which occupy four to the Increase letter size to ³/₄" on largest plates.
5. Provide arc flash labeling on all equipment such as switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, dry-type transformers, motor control centers, motor controllers, VFDs, heavy-duty disconnect switches, etc.
6. Mark circuit designations on all junction boxes and inside outlet cover plates using indelible marker or paint.

PART 3 - COLOR CODING OF CONDUCTOR INSULATION 

1. The Contractor shall exercise great care in identifying the wires and cables of the electrical
   1. Feeder and branch circuit wire and cable shall be identified with a visual color code which shall be an integral part of the braid or outer insulation and shall be of the permanent indelible type not affected by moisture, oil, grease, and age.
   2. Color coding for phase identification shall be as follows:
2. Except when the system is the secondary of a (4) wire delta connected transformer secondary, then the "HI-LEG" phase shall be orange.
3. Generally, conductors of different systems (panelboard, etc.) shall not occupy the same raceway system or enclosures. Where dual occupancy is approved by the Engineer/College, the provisions of the NEC shall be followed.

SECTION 26 22 00 - TRANSFORMERS

PART 1 - LOW VOLTAGE GENERAL PURPOSE TRANSFORMERS

1. Shall comply with NEMA Standard ST 20 “Dry-Type Transformers for General Applications.” Transformers shall meet the requirements of Federal law 10 CFR Part 431 “Energy Efficiency Program for Certain Commercial and Industrial Equipment,” and shall be no less than the efficiency levels listed in Table 4-2 of NEMA Standard TP-1-2002.

PART 2 - TRANSFORMER CAPACITY AND VOLTAGE 

1. Generally, three-phase transformers shall have a 480-volt Delta primary and a 208Y/120-volt wye secondary. 

PART 3 - TRANSFORMER DESIGN

1. Transformers rated 3 KVA through 25 KVA shall have two (2) 5% C.B.N. taps unless otherwise noted.
2. Transformers larger than 25 KVA shall have two (2) 2½% FCAN taps and four (4) 2½% FCBN taps unless otherwise noted. 

PART 4 - CORE, COIL, ASSEMBLIES, ENCLOSURES, AND SOUND LEVELS

1. Transformer coils in all cases shall have a final wrap of electrical insulating material to prevent injury to the magnetic wire. Transformers having coils with magnetic wire visible will not be acceptable. The core and coil are to be subjected to a double dip and bake process. The unit is to be pre-baked and receive its first varnish dip while still warm.
2. All windings shall be copper. 

PART 5 - NON-LINEAR LOAD TRANSFORMERS

1. Provide ‘K’ Rated transformers for all computer-related circuits, sized and rated for 200% of the secondary phased current.

PART 6 - INSTALLATION

1. Transformers Size 75KVA or Less: Wall, floor, or trapeze.
2. Transformers Size Greater than 75KVA: Floor.
3. Floor-mounted dry-type transformers shall be provided with a 4" high housekeeping concrete pad by the Electrical Contractor.

PART 7 - MEDIUM VOLTAGE PAD-MOUNTED, LIQUID-FILLED TRANSFORMERS

1. Shall meet ANSI 12.13, IEEE C57.12.00 pad-mounted, 2 winding transformers. Stainless steel tank base. Liquid shall have low toxicity and be non-hazardous.

SECTION 26 24 13 – SWITCHBOARDS

1. The electrical service and utility metering shall be coordinated with the local utility company. 
2. Main service equipment shall be provided with a 100% rated electronic circuit breaker, with LSIG or LSI where applicable. All feeder/branch circuits in the main service equipment shall be circuit breakers with LSIG or LSI where applicable or required for coordination. Circuit breakers with frames rated 1200A or larger and continuous trip rating or settings 1200A or higher shall include an energy-reducing maintenance switching with local status indicator or an approved equivalent means as listed in the National Electrical Code.
3. Main service equipment shall have minimum AIC ratings based on the power system study.
4. Main service equipment bussing shall be copper.
5. The size of the main service equipment shall be based on the type of facility and any future expansion plans as identified by the College. Provide space for future main service equipment expansion or modifications when sizing the main electrical room.
6. Provide customer metering at each service entrance switchboard/panelboard.
7. Install surge protection devices within all main service
8. Where possible, circuit lighting at 277 volts; circuit mechanical equipment at 480 volts, 3 phase; and circuit receptacles and miscellaneous equipment at 208/120Y, 3 phase.
9. Coordinate requirements for different distribution voltages with the College for labs and lab equipment.
10. Routing of the primary and secondary underground electrical on College property shall be encased with The concrete shall be a 3000 psi mix with red dye. Exceptions shall be reviewed and approved by the College.
11. All branch circuit and feeder conduits shall be run overhead and not under/or in the slabs where possible. 

SECTION 26 24 16 – PANELBOARDS

1. Panelboards shall be in rooms designated for electrical equipment only. This electrical room can contain both general power panels and computer power Other electrical items such as motor controls, time clocks, relay panels, and transient surge suppressors can also be in these rooms. Each electrical room will have a plaque marked “ELECTRICAL ROOM” and the room number on the plaque. No other systems will be in these rooms except fire and sprinkler piping dedicated to the room. Each electrical room shall have a permanent plaque in the room marked “ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ONLY NO STORAGE”. Hallway power panels are not acceptable except as approved by the College.
2. All panelboards shall have main circuit breakers and be fully rated. Series rating is not allowed unless approved by the College.
3. All panelboard bussing shall be copper.
4. Provide ground bar in all panelboards.
5. Provided dedicated panelboards in all ER/TR Provide integral SPDs in all panelboards.
6. Provide dedicated panelboards in computer Provide integral SPDs in all panelboards.

SECTION 26 29 20 – MOTORS

1. All motors will have an energy efficiency rating that will comply with the local power company, local or national codes, or guidelines for energy-efficient buildings.
2. All motors will have a service factor of at least15.
3. Disconnects shall be sized in accordance with the current National Electrical Code and shall be fused. 
4. Where variable frequency drives are not required, all 3-phase motors two horsepower or larger shall have single-phase protection. The single-phase protection shall be a part of the overload block. All overloads shall be the adjustable type.
5. All variable frequency drives for outside motors shall be indoors with their own disconnect. An additional safety disconnect shall be installed outdoors by the Provide auxiliary contacts in all disconnect switches and variable frequency drives for disconnecting control wiring.
6. Motors ½ HP and less shall be single-phase and motors larger than ½ HP shall be 3-phase, except when only single-phase is available.
7. Motors and variable frequency drives shall be provided by Division 23 will install the motor, division 26 will install the variable frequency drive and install all conduit and power wire. Control wire shall be furnished and installed by temperature control contractor.

SECTION 26 32 13 - GENERATORS

1. A diesel standby generator shall be provided when required by the facility design or requested by the College. (Natural gas generators are not to be used for emergency or life safety loads because of the requirement for onsite fuel unless specifically approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction and requested by the College.)
2. The generator shall serve the following loads, in order of importance:
   1. Exit and egress lighting. 
   2. Fire alarm system.
   3. Elevators. 
   4. Food service freezers and coolers. 
   5. Sewage ejector and/or storm water pumps. 
   6. Technology systems heating system (critical components, e. boiler and pump).
   7. Emergency phones. 
   8. Temperature controls. 
   9. Consider any power needs associated with a shelter (if applicable).
   10. Specific equipment as required by the facility program and approved by the College (i.e. power required for lab equipment/programs).
3. The transfer switch(s) shall be automatic with built-in bypass for permanent generator or manual double throw type for portable generator, depending on the facility evaluation.
4. Coordinate with the region any additional generator requirements. 
5. If requested by the College a central inverter system meeting the requirements National Electrical Code may be installed for specific life safety loads such as exit and egress lighting.

SECTION 26 41 13 – LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

1. A Lightning Protection System shall be installed when required by current insurance company of the College. Consult the College on which facilities require a lightning protection system.
2. Lightning protection equipment: All materials shall be copper and bronze and of the size, weight, and construction to suit the application and used in accordance with current LPI, UL, and NFPA code requirements. Class I-sized components may be utilized on roof levels 75’ and below in height. Class II-sized components are required for roof levels over 75’ in height. Bolt-type connectors and splicer shall be utilized on Class I and Class II Pressure squeeze clamps are not acceptable. All mounting hardware shall be stainless steel to prevent corrosion.
3. Aluminum components: Aluminum materials may not be used except on roofs that utilize aluminum roofing components. On aluminum metal roofs or where aluminum parapet caps exist, the entire roof lightning protection equipment shall utilize aluminum components to ensure compatibility, however, the down leads and grounding are to utilize copper with the bimetal transition occurring at the through roof assembly with an approved bimetal through roof assembly.
4. Copper down lead conductors shall be utilized even when aluminum is required on the Down lead conductors in conduit shall not be brought directly through the roof. Through roof assemblies with solid brass or stainless steel rods shall be utilized for this purpose. Structural steel may be utilized in the installation as outlined by current UL, NFPA, and LPI.
5. Coordination: The lightning protection installer will work with other trades to ensure a correct, neat, and unobtrusive installation. The roofing contractor will be responsible for sealing and flashing all lightning protection roof penetrations as per the roof manufacturer’s recommendations. However, the lightning protection contractor will be required to coordinate locations of through roofs and submit details of through roof penetrations as Should the roofing manufacturer require any special walk pads, membrane patches, or pavers under the components of the lightning protection system, it shall be the responsibility of the lightning protection installer to install such items with the roofing materials (patches, pads, pavers, adhesive) supplied by the roofing manufacturer at no additional cost to the lightning protection installer. The roofing contractor shall be required to instruct the lightning protection installer of the proper installation procedures of the roof pads, patches, and/or pavers if required.
6. It shall be the responsibility of the lightning protection installer to ensure a sound bond to the main water service and to ensure interconnection with other ground systems.
7. Completion: Upon completion of the installation, the lightning protection installer shall secure and deliver to the college the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. the Master Label certification and the Lightning Protection Institute Certified System certification. The system will not be accepted without the UL Master Label plate and the LPI certification certificate.

SECTION 26 43 13 – SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICES

1. SPD to be UL-listed and labeled per latest edition of UL Standard 1449:
   1. Type 1 when installed on the line side of the service disconnect.
   2. Type 2 when installed on the load side of the service disconnect.
   3. Type 3 when installed at the point of utilization equipment.
   4. Type 4 for component surge protection.
2. Integrally mounted. 
3. Integral disconnect switch. 
4. Indicator light display for protection status. 
5. Surge counter. 
6. SCCR: 200 kA.
7. Nominal Rating: 20 kA.
8. Locations/Peak Current Surge Rating:
   1. Main Service Switchboard/Power Distribution Panelboard – 250 kA.
   2. Panelboards serving computer rooms, ERs, TRs – 150 kA. 

SECTION 26 51 00 – INTERIOR LIGHTING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1. Provide lighting per the latest locally adopted ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA standard 1 with any amendments, best practices, and as required by the application. Information shall be reviewed and approved by the College.
2. All lighting fixture drawings and/or "cuts" for approval shall indicate the manufacturer and catalog number of the ballast being used, if any.

PART 2 - LAMPS, LED DRIVERS AND ACCESSORIES

1. All new or replacement lighting shall be LED.
2. Provide not less than 10% spare LED modules, lamps, and exit Spare lamps shall be properly packaged and turned over to the College prior to completion of project. Light fixture selections shall minimize lamp types.
3. All new buildings shall use LED lighting with 3500K color temperature or selectable color temperature and dimming capabilities.
4. Prismatic lenses where applicable shall be a minimum of 125” thick.

PART 3 - LIGHTING CONTROLS

1. Interior lighting in buildings larger than 5,000 sft shall be controlled with an automatic control device to shut off building lighting in all Dual technology occupancy sensors that shall turn off within 30 minutes of an occupant leaving a space. Occupancy sensor controls are desired for lighting and energy control in order of priority.
2. Classrooms: Sensor shall be dual technology passive infrared and ultrasonic Provide a manual override (light switch, off only) at the wall near door entry.
3. Offices: Office area occupancy sensors shall be dual technology passive infrared and ultrasonic technology equipped with a manual override switch for ‘off’ control.
4. Restrooms: Provide dual technology passive infrared and ultrasonic technology ceiling sensor. 
5. Corridors: Provide dual technology passive infrared and ultrasonic technology ceiling sensor. 
6. Unoccupied rooms (storage rooms, ) shall have an ultrasonic sensor.
7. Power packs shall be capable of 120 volts and 277 volts and shall have integral HVAC relay with one (1) set of normally open and normally closed dry contacts. Provide sensors with correct size and quantity as space permits.

PART 4 - INTERIOR LIGHTING

1. Interior light fixtures shall be specification grade, painted after fabrication. 
2. Interior lighting in classrooms shall be 2’ x 4’ high-performance recessed troffer LED. Utilize dimmable LED Classroom lighting shall operate in two modes, general illumination and A/V mode. Drivers, LED modules, and lamps shall be accessible from below fixture.
3. Office areas, conference rooms, shall be 2’ x 4’ high-performance recessed troffer LED. Drivers, LED modules, and lamps shall be accessible from below fixture.
4. Stairwell lights shall be located where they can be serviced from no more than a 6’ ladder.
5. Kitchen areas: LED fixtures shall be enclosed on top and equipped with a plastic cover with gasket to seal out Prismatic acrylic lens shall have prisms inverted. Door for prismatic lens shall be gasketed.
6. Surface-mount fixtures shall be chained to the structural members of the building. 
7. Provide LED jelly jar lighting in large walk-in plumbing chases and elevator shaft with switch and timer (for time-out turn-off).
8. Systems shall be field tested prior to Building Substantial Completion. 

PART 5 - AUDITORIUMS

1. Auditorium lighting shall be LED.
2. Seating: Do not use aisle lights that are built into the Use strip lighting on each side of the aisle. Stairs shall have strip lighting and not lights built into the concrete stair face.
3. House lights: All house lights must be serviceable without using scaffolding or pew stepper lifts. This may be accomplished by making all the lights serviceable from the attic above the Suitable catwalks may be installed to reach all lights and equipment above the auditoriums.
4. Dimmer systems: These systems must have their own rooms with air conditioning and filtered air due to the sensitive electronics in these systems. The room shall be insulated to cut down on any equipment noise.
5. Each dimmer equipment room must have double doors suitable to remove and install dimmer racks when necessary.

PART 6 - EXIT AND EMERGENCY LIGHTING 

1. Furnish and install LED exit lights as required by existing codes and Ceiling light fixtures shall not be located over stairwells or other locations where it will be hazardous or difficult to service. Mount fixture on wall a minimum of 8’ 0” above finished floor or landing to bottom of fixture. All new or replacement exit lights shall be LED-type with an integral backup battery.
2. Integral battery packs only shall be used (if generator is not provided).
3. Provide red LED lights. 
4. Corridors, stairways, auditoriums, and other means of egress pathways shall be provided with emergency lighting systems for illumination in event of total power failure. System shall provide emergency lighting for a period of at least 1½ hours (minimum). Emergency lighting in classrooms shall be provided as directed by the College.
5. Emergency light circuits shall be fed ahead of the switch from the same circuit that feeds the lighting in the area.
6. Provide an outdoor LED emergency light over exit areas for means of The remote head shall be weatherproof and mounted to meet building code for illuminating exits.
7. Security lighting: Parking lot lights shall turn on with timers and be controlled by motion and dimming to meet the latest energy code. Building security lights shall turn on with photocells. Sufficient guards on fixtures for vandalism. New outdoor light poles shall be no taller than 30’.
8. Exterior entryway lights should be on exterior lighting control. 

SECTION 26 56 00 – EXTERIOR LIGHTING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1. Provide lighting per the latest locally adopted ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA standard 1 with any amendments, best practices, and as required by the application. Information shall be reviewed and approved by the College.
2. All lighting fixture drawings and/or "cuts" for approval shall indicate the manufacturer and catalog number of the ballast being used, if any.

PART 2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1. Cameras: Adequate lighting will be installed near security camera areas. 
2. Building and parking lot lights shall be LED. 
3. Parking lot lights should be controlled with a combination of photocell and College must be able to access and override when required. Show parking lot light locations, lumen levels, and location of the transformer on the site plan.
4. Exterior entryway lights should be on exterior lighting control. 
5. Provide LED wall packs on all exterior walls and be part of exterior lighting control. 
6. Great care must be taken to not illuminate neighbor’s yards with ambient light from College property. 
7. Each pole light shall have in-line fusing at its base. The fusing shall be rated at 125% of the total amp draw for that pole. The wiring method for pole lights will be PVC conduit and carry a full-size ground based on current Branch circuits for pole lights shall be sized to prevent a voltage drop of over 3%. The ground conductor shall be increased by the same percentage the branch circuit conductors were for voltage drop. Selected pole bases shall have 120 volt, 20 amp, GFCI duplex receptacles with weatherproof cover.
8. Fixtures exposed to weather shall be rustproof, cataloged weatherproof, or weather-resistant and provided with aluminum boxes and trim of stainless steel, cast aluminum, or other nonferrous material. 
9. Exterior signage lighting shall be L. listed for wet location, LED or HPF ballast, primary fused utilizing high-intensity discharge lamps. Fixtures should be controlled with a combination of photocell and timer.
10. Flagpole lighting should be similar to exterior signage lighting except controlled by a photocell.

 

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SECTION 27 00 00 – COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS 

PART 1 - GENERAL 

1. The following standards are intended to provide design guidelines for new installations. Facility renovations where the existing systems are only being extended or modified based on architectural changes, the general guidance shall be to follow the existing building system criteria to avoid mixing incompatible system components. 

PART 2 - DEFINITIONS 

1. ER - Equipment Room (Telecommunications): 

1. 1. An environmentally controlled centralized space for telecommunications equipment that usually houses a main or intermediate cross-connect. 
2. TR - Telecommunications Room:
   1. An enclosed architectural space for housing telecommunications equipment, able terminations, and cross-connect cabling. 
3. TE – Telecommunications Enclosure: 
   1. This is specifically where wall-mounted equipment cabinets are provided in computer labs and where dedicated and secured ER/TR cannot be provided. 
4. TO – Telecommunications Outlet/Connector: 
   1. Per the current standards, this is defined as a connecting device in the work area on which horizontal cable or outlet cable terminates. 
5. UTP - Unshielded Twisted Pair.
6. MC – Main Cross-connect (This was formally called the MDF – Main Distribution Frame. Although the standards bodies changed this many years ago, some clients still use the older terms.) 
   1. The MC is located in the ER. 
7. HC – Horizontal Cross-Connect: (This was formally called the IDF – Intermediate Distribution Frame. Although the standards bodies changed this many years ago, some clients still use the older terms.) 
   1. HCs are located in a TR. Exceptions are where Telecommunications Enclosures (TE) are utilized and secured/locked ER/TRs are not provided. 

PART 3 - COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED: 

1. ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-C.0 Generic Telecommunications Cabling for Customer Premises. 
2. ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-C.1 Commercial Building Telecommunications Standards Part 1: General Requirements. 
3. ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-C.2 Balanced Twisted Pair Cabling and Components Standards. 
4. ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-C.3 Optical Fiber Cabling Systems. 
5. ANSI/TIA/EIA 569B Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces. 
6. ANSI/TIA/EIA 606-B Administrative Standard for Commercial Telecommunications Infrastructure. 
7. TIA-607-C  Generic Telecommunications Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) for Customer Premises. 
8. TIA-758-B Customer-Owned Outside Plant Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard. 
9. TIA-526-7 Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-mode Fiber Cable Plant. 
10. TIA-526-14-B Optical Power Loss Measurement of Installed Multimode Fiber Cable Plant. 
11. BICSI – Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM). 
12. NEC - National Electric Code. 
13. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association. 
14. IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. 
15. ISO - International Standards Organization. 
16. UL - Underwriters Laboratories. 

PART 4 - CABLING CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS 

1. The Contractor responsible for this section shall have a Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) on staff who will oversee and be responsible for this project. The Contractor shall have been in business for a minimum of five years. The Contractor shall provide a minimum of two references supporting past experience in similar projects. 
2. The lead technician(s) on the project shall carry a current BICSI Technician Certificate or have a minimum of five years related experience in projects of similar scope and shall have a thorough understanding of all referenced standards. 
3. The Contractor provides all IT racks. 

 

PART 5 - COORDINATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Coordinate electrical requirements for power at outlet locations and Equipment/Telecommunications Rooms (ER/TR) with Electrical Engineer and College. 
2. Coordinate pathway requirements with Electrical Engineer and College. 
3. Coordinate HVAC requirements for ER/TRs with Mechanical Engineer and College. 
4. Coordinate space requirements for outlet locations and ER/TRs with Architect and College. 
5. Clearly show locations of the intercom and sound system cabinets in the office, cafeteria, and stage areas. Provide two wireless microphones with each cafeteria system. Clearly indicate locations of microphone jacks/inputs also.

PART 6 - WARRANTY 

1. The structured cabling system shall include at a minimum a 15-year performance and applications warranty from the manufacturer. The warranty shall warrant that all links have been permanent link tested bi-directionally end-to-end. 

PART 7 - EXTRA MATERIALS

1. Provide one box of each wire color.
2. Provide at least 25 extra patch cables to serve work area outlets and 25 to serve patch panels. 

PART 8 - CELLULAR SYSTEM DISTRIBUTED ANTENNA SYSTEM (DAS)

1. Where indoor cellular telephone reception is unavailable, provisions for a DAS are strongly encouraged. Provide structured cabling to support a DAS. DASs can cover a wide range of carrier frequencies. Carrier frequencies are a utility similar to power and internet services. 
2. The DAS should be designed to support and fully connect Cellular Carriers and Service Providers such as Verizon Wireless, AT&T, Sprint/Nextel, T-Mobile, and other local Cellular Carriers.  
3. Location of any equipment including antennas, cable, and electronics shall be coordinated with Owner, Architect, Engineer, General Contractor, and other construction trades to ensure neat and functioning installation. 
4. All antenna points and cable routing shall be coordinated by the Contractor with the Owner and Architect prior to installation to maintain the highest-level aesthetics sought on this project. Position antennas discreetly. Contractor shall provide mockups for each unique mounting and routing condition for Owner and Architect approval including associated shop drawings and references for each location. 
5. The installation of the DAS system shall comply with all local building codes, and applicable rules and regulations of the AHJ, FCC, EIA, IEEE, NEC, TIA, UL, BICSI, and other industry standards, codes, and methods. 
6. Any DAS distribution through exposed public areas shall be routed in continuous conduit painted (or stealth) to match surrounding background or conditions. All such conditions shall be approved by Owner, Architect, and Engineer prior to initiating any work. 
7. Fiber serving distributed antenna systems DAS may have special fiber connectivity requirements. Coordinate fiber connectivity type with specific DAS. 

PART 9 - POWER CONDITIONING AND BACKUP 

1. For systems that have been deemed critical by the College, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) shall be provided in conjunction with a generator. Where a backup generator is provided, these critical systems shall be included on the generator. The UPS shall provide a carry-over time of not less than ten minutes where generator support is present. Where a generator is not extant or provided, the UPS battery system shall be sufficient to support the designated telecommunications load for a time limit as directed by the College. 
2. Consideration will be given to a centralized UPS system for new facilities. 

SECTION 27 05 28 – PATHWAYS FOR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS 

1. Primary pathways are those supporting the cabling infrastructure from the Equipment Rooms/Telecommunications Rooms through the corridors and chases to the secondary pathways. 
2. Secondary pathways are those supporting the cabling infrastructure from the primary pathway to telecommunications outlets. 
   1. Provide a complete telecommunications cabling support system. The system shall be completely independently supported to the building structure and placed at heights that it is easily accessible from an 8’ step ladder (i.e. do not route cabling through or above structural support beams located at the deck or roof level). 
      1. Provide cable tray for primary pathways. 
      2. Provide standards-compliant “J-hooks” for secondary pathways. 
   2. All pathway penetrations require EMT conduit sleeves. Provide quantity of sleeves as necessary to accommodate the cabling while maintaining 50% spare space capacity in each sleeve for future cables. All sleeves are to have bushings installed and be firestopped per ANSI/NFPA-70. Primary pathways and ER/TR entrances require 4” sleeves. Provide ER/TR spaces with a minimum of four 4” sleeved penetrations from the corridor ceiling space for premise cabling. Secondary pathways require a minimum of 2” sleeves. Larger sleeves should be considered for larger quantity of cables. 
   3. TOs are to be provided with a 2½” deep, double-gang outlet box. Provide each outlet box with one 1” conduit has been desired as of late terminated with bushings in the nearest accessible ceiling space. 
   4. Campus backbone UG conduit shall consist of one 4” UG conduit with three 1¼” innerducts. Additional conduits for spare capacity may be specified at the discretion of the College. 
   5. Where new Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) services are required, provide three 4” conduits from the property line into the ER. Coordinate with LEC. 

SECTION 27 11 00 – COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT ROOM 

PART 1 - TELECOMMUNICATIONS CENTER 

1. The ER shall serve as the central telecommunications center for the facility. 
2. The ER will include an area to serve as the main connection for cabling and house the electrical equipment for the telephone system, paging interface, file servers, LAN electronics, security system, and WAN electronics. 
3. At least one TR per floor should be provided to ease future maintenance and repair as well as reduce the amount of cabling suspended between floors. If a TR per floor cannot be achieved, then at the very least, ER/TRs may serve TOs that are on adjacent floors. 
4. ER/TRs shall be located to limit distance to all TOs to a maximum of 90 meters. 
5. TRs to be stacked. 
6. Provide Panduit for standard cabinets and racks. Specialty cabinets and racks not offered by Panduit must be approved by Ivy Tech. 

PART 2 - EQUIPMENT CABINET/RACKS 

1. Where dedicated and secured telecommunications spaces are provided, all equipment and cable terminations shall be housed in 19” equipment cabinets/racks. Cabinets/racks shall be 84” in height providing 77” of rack mounting space. Provide quantity as required plus future expansion as reviewed with the College. Provide vertical and horizontal wire management as directed by the College. 
2. Where dedicated and secured telecommunications spaces cannot be provided, all equipment and cable terminations shall be housed in 19” equipment cabinets (TE) with locking doors. Cabinets shall be a minimum of 36” deep. Provide 4” conduits into the top of each cabinet from the nearest accessible ceiling space to house all cabling. 
3. Where indicated for instructional spaces provide Hubbell RE4 wall-mount enclosures (or equal) (TE) to house all cable terminations and network electronics when indicated. Include a minimum of one quadruplex receptacle in the top rear of each enclosure. Provide two 2” conduits into the top of each enclosure from the nearest accessible ceiling space to house all cabling.
4. Provide covered horizontal wire management in all cabinets and racks. 
5. Provide covered vertical wire management in all floor mount cabinets, 2-post open relay racks, and 4-post open relay racks. Vertical wire management not required in wall-mount cabinets. 
6. Provide each equipment cabinet with a vertical busbar for the purpose of bonding to the TGB/TMGB. Bond each rack independently. 
7. Provide ladder around the interior perimeter of each for cable support. Ladder rack shall support cabling from where the cabling enters the room to the top of each equipment cabinet. Ladder shall extend from plywood backboard to top of each equipment cabinet. Provide vertical ladder rack where LEC conduits enter the space. 
8. Provide ER/TR with fully opening lockable doors that are at least 36” wide by 84” tall. 
9. ER/TR doors shall open outward for utilization of space. 
10. Finished floors should be provided to avoid dust and prevent static electricity. 
11. All walls of each ER/TR shall be lined with ¾” AC-grade (4’ x 8’ sheets minimum) plywood backboard treated with FF88 fire-resistant paint bright white in color for installation of any miscellaneous wall-mount interfaces. Install bottom of plywood at +1” A.F.F. extend top to +97” A.F.F. 
12. To permit maximum flexibility and accessibility of cabling pathways, false ceilings are not permitted in telecommunications rooms. Minimum ceiling height shall be +8’-6” A.F.F. 
13. The ER and TRs shall be dedicated to Telecommunications functions and house no other type of equipment or services. 
14. ERs should be sized according to equipment to be installed plus future expansion capabilities. Minimum size shall be 15’ x 30’. See attached detail for room layout. 
15. All TRs shall be a minimum of 9’ x 11’ inside clear exclusive of any protrusions column wraps etc. 
16. Temperature shall be maintained between 64 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Evening and off-hour setback are acceptable to a maximum of 80 degrees Fahrenheit for short durations. 
17. Humidity range should be 30% to 55% relative humidity. 
18. Air handlers serving TR and ER spaces to provide 24/7 monitored service. 
19. Maintain positive pressure with a minimum of one air change per hour. 
20. Continuous (24 hours per day, 365 days per year) and dedicated environmental control. 
21. In each ER/TR, consideration should be given to heat dissipation per cabinet/rack in BTU/h. 
22. Provide a minimum equivalent of 500 lux (50 Footcandles) measured 3.3 feet above the finished floor. 
23. TRs should have a minimum of six dedicated 3-wire 120V AC 20 amp (non-switchable) electrical circuits. Place above the ceiling in junction box. Final location of electrical outlets will be determined after placement of telecommunications equipment. Include a minimum of one quadruplex receptacle in the top rear of each cabinet/rack. Provide one 20-amp PDU on each rack with NEMA-5-15 receptacles. Quantity of electrical circuits for each ER should be as required for equipment to be installed. Coordinate ER power requirements with College including consideration of UPS power back-up. 
24. Supply equipment circuits from backup emergency power source with automatic switch-over capability where generator power is provided. 
25. Provide separate duplex 120V AC convenience outlets (for tools, test sets, etc.), placed at 6’ intervals around perimeter walls. 
26. All electrical outlets provided for equipment in the ER/TRs shall have surge protection devices installed at panelboard. 
27. Provide card access on ER/TRs if applicable. 
28. Refer to Ivy Tech Space Standards for Space Layouts.  

SECTION 27 13 00 – COMMUNICATIONS BACKBONE CABLING 

1. Provide optical fiber backbone cabling from the ER to each TR and TE. 
2. Provide Panduit connectivity and Panduit approved fiber. 
3. Cable shall be plenum rated 12-strand (minimum) laser optimized 50/125 micron diameter multi-mode fiber cable with dual window of 850/1300 nm and industry standard color-coding. Fiber shall be housed in spirally wrapped aluminum armor with a plenum rated jacket. In addition, cable shall include a minimum of 6 strands of single-mode fiber. Specific fiber strand quantity is determined by the quantity and types of required services. Discuss with Owner. 
   1. Transmission performance for multi-mode fiber shall be as follows: 
      1. Maximum attenuation – (dB/km) 3.0 @ 850 nm and 1.5 @ 1300 nm. 
      2. Minimum LED bandwidth – (MHz∙km) 1500@ 850 nm and 500 @ 1300 nm. 
      3. Minimum Effective Modal bandwidth – (MHz∙km) 2000 @850 nm up to 10 Gb/s. 
      4. Serial Ethernet Gigabit Distance – 1000m @850 nm and 600m @ 1300 nm. 
      5. Serial Ethernet 10 Gigabit Distance – 300m @850 nm. 
   2. Where cabling is exposed to public view, provide a warning label attached to the fiber sheath at 25’ intervals identifying the cable as “Optical Fiber”. In addition, provide a label at all fiber breakouts that reads, “Do not look into the end of a fiber optic cable or connector. May cause permanent eye damage.” 
   3. Provide rack-mount optical fiber patch panels for all optical fiber cable terminations. Utilize LC-type connectors for all terminations. Include all manufacturer-recommended panels, adaptors, coupler plates, wire management, and accessories. 
   4. Provide patch cables necessary to connect fiber system as indicated. All patch cables shall be fully compliant optical fiber cable specifications. Patch cables shall be orange in color and utilize LC–type connectors. Provide patch cables as indicated. 
   5. Fiber serving distributed antenna systems DAS may have special fiber connectivity requirements. Coordinate fiber connectivity type with specific DAS. 
   6. When required for voice services, provide twisted pair copper backbone cable from the ER to each TR. Cable shall be the latest industry-standard network cable with Category 6A/Class Ea compliant at a minimum and provided under one sheath in increments of 25-, 50-, and 100-pair. Cabling sheath shall be plenum rated. Size as required for quantity of services. 
   7. Where legacy coaxial cabling infrastructures are still being utilized by the College, provide RG11 coax from the ER to each TR for video services. Provide ½ inch hard-line coax backbone cable for distances that exceed 500’. Varying video applications are typically provided within each premise (i.e. CATV, video surveillance, Internet streaming, VOD, etc.) and each application may allow for different technologies. Discuss each application with the College in detail to determine the best approach. 

SECTION 27 15 00 – COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING 

1. All horizontal UTP cabling shall be the latest industry-standard network cable with 4-pair UTP Category 6A/Class Ea compliant at a minimum. Cabling sheath shall be plenum-rated.  
2. Basis of Design is Panduit Netkey cabling and connectivity. Panduit-certified partners are acceptable for cabling. 
3. Utilize T568B pin/pair assignment. 
4. Provide quantity of horizontal UTP cabling and terminations as required to support telecommunications services where indicated. Typical telecommunications services can include the following types of devices: Desktop and laptop computers, networked printers/copiers, telephones, network scanners, wireless access points, video surveillance cameras, electronic access control (card access) components, alarm beacons, displays, AV controllers, video projectors, etc. As technology continues to converge to IP, this list of applications continues to grow. Discuss each application with the College in detail to determine the best approach. 
5. In ER/TR, terminate all horizontal UTP cabling on rack-mount 48-port patch panels. Do not install patch panels lower than +24” A.F.F. 
6. Provide 1U blank space above and below each patch panel in the telecommunications rooms. 
7. PoE devices such as Cameras, APs, and other wireless devices must not be grouped at patch panels – spread evenly across patch panels and switches. 
8. Where legacy coaxial cabling infrastructures are still being utilized by the College, provide RG6 coax from the nearest assigned ER/TR to each TV location for CATV services. Cable sheath shall be plenum-rated. 
9. Provide patch cables in the ER/TR as necessary to activate services at TOs. All patch cables shall be Category 6 compliant. Provide patch cables in ER/TR/TE and at workstations as indicated. 
10. Provide lengths as necessary to properly connect system as specified. Generally, provide 12” lengths in the ER, TRs, and TE’s. Provide 10’ lengths at the workstations. 
11. Provide 15% spare patch panel capacity. 

PART 1 - TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS (TO) FOR STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEMS 

1. TOs will be located throughout the building for connectivity of LAN, WLAN, AV, Electronic Security, and Telephone System equipment. Coordinate with College to determine quantities and locations needed for desired connectivity. 
2. Cabling will terminate on faceplates at the user end. The ER/TR termination will be on Patch Panels. 
3. Where TOs are located in surface raceway, provide mounting plates and all required hardware to accommodate installation of TOs. 
4. Where TOs are locating in industrial or potentially wet areas (i.e. kitchen area, science labs, boiler rooms, mechanical/electrical rooms, etc.) provide industrial-rated hardware to accommodate installation of TOs. 
5. Confirm jack color coding, if any, with College. 
6. Where all the ports in a TO faceplate are not populated with jacks, provide blanks to fill unused ports. 
7. At all workstation outlets provide a minimum of one port for voice services and one port for data services. 
8. Confirm faceplate color with College. 

PART 2 - CABLING ADMINISTRATION 

1. Label all horizontal cabling specifically corresponding to where the cable terminates in the ER/TR. Label both ends of each horizontal cabling as follows: 
   1. 1. 
2. ER/TR Number-Rack Number-Patch Panel Number-Patch Panel Port Number 
   1. ER is always ER. 
   2. TRs are number 01, 02, etc. 
   3. Racks are number 01, 02, etc. within each ER/TR. 
   4. Patch panels are numbered A, B, etc. top-to-bottom. 
   5. Patch panel ports are numbered with work area space numbers on each patch panel. 
3. Label faceplates at the TOs specifically corresponding to the horizontal cable labeling scheme. Provide snap-in colored icons as directed by the Owner. 
4. Label backbone cabling identifying origination and destination and cable type/service. 
5. Label patch panel port position corresponding to the workstation space identifier. 

SECTION 27 17 00 – TELECOMMUNICATIONS GROUNDING AND BONDING 

1. Provide each ER with a TMGB (Telecommunications Main Ground Busbar). 
2. Provide each TR with a TGB (Telecommunications Grounding Busbar). 
3. Bond each TGB to the TMGB with a TBB (Telecommunications Bonding Backbone). 
4. Bond all metallic items and equipment within each ER to the TMGB. 
5. Bond all metallic items and equipment within each TR to the TGB. 
6. Whenever two or more TBBs are used in a multi-story building, bond them together on the top floor and at every third floor, at a minimum, with a GE (grounding equalizer). 
7. All bonding conductors shall be green insulated copper minimum No. 6 AWG. Provide larger conductors as required by the referenced standards. 
8. Bond the TMGB to the ground node, typically located in the main electrical room, using the most direct route possible to minimize conductor length. 
9. Label all TGBs and the TMGB with the following:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WARNING!!!                                                                                                                                  IF THIS CONNECTOR OR CABLE IS                                                                                                                        LOOSE OR MUST BE REMOVED,                                                                                                                      PLEASE CALL IVY TECH MAINTENANCE.
10. Bond the following to the TMGB and all TGBs:
    1. Telecommunications panelboard.
    2. Alternating current equipment ground bus (ACEG), if equipped, or its enclosure. 
    3.  Building structural steel, if (Steel rebars of reinforced concrete are not required to be bonded.)
    4. Metallic equipment racks. 
    5. Cable shields. 
    6. All metal raceways and cable trays for telecommunications cabling extending from the same room or space where the TMGB is located.

SECTION 27 31 11 – FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEM

1. The complete installation is to conform to the applicable sections of NFPA-72 and National Electric Code with particular attention to Article 760.
2. Each and all items of the Fire Alarm System shall be listed under the appropriate category by Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. (UL) label, and shall bear the "UL" label.
3. The system shall be digital addressable system and include an automatic voice evacuation sequence for audible alarm notification including the standard tornado warning, intruder notification and all-clear message.
4. The equipment installation and supervision furnished under this specification is to be provided by a manufacturer who has been engaged in production of this type (software-driven) of equipment for at least five years, has a fully-equipped service organization within 75 miles of the installation, and is certified by NICET Level III installation standards.
5. The system manufacturer shall be responsible for furnishing engineering drawings that indicate the interlocking of all equipment external to the various control panels. These drawings shall be included in the submittal to the Architect/Engineer for approval.

SECTION 27 51 23 – INTERCOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

1. Provide for ceiling-mount audio speakers in all occupied spaces including corridors for emergency notification. Link this system to the fire alarm system, the Alertus Technologies Mass Notification and beacon system, and the telephone system. 
2. Provide an administrative control console at the security desk and as directed by the College. 

SECTION 27 52 23 – TELEPHONE SYSTEM

1. Provide for telephones in occupied administrative and staff spaces (i.e., offices, conference rooms, work rooms, bookstore, ER/TRs, etc.). Provide in classrooms only upon specific request.
2. System shall include voice mail for all staff and faculty.
3. An integrated IP-based system is strongly If non-IP-based systems exist, provide hybrid components allowing for a migration path towards an IP-based system.
4. Link this system with the public address system for emergency announcements after hours.
5. Telephony is typically provided by the College. 

SECTION 27 77 10 – INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO SYSTEM

1. Provide AV delivery system with projectors or monitors and controls in all instructional spaces. System should include a computer with network access, DVD, audio enhancement, and a lectern (typically part of the furniture package) to house the All components shall be viewable through the display equipment such as it is.
   1. Provide the appropriate projector to serve the specific space needs. 
   2. Projector wall mounting is preferred where possible to keep the ceiling uncluttered and reduce construction coordination issues.
   3. Projectors will typically project on a wall versus a projection screen unless specifically requested by the College such as in higher-end conferencing spaces.
   4. Small conference rooms will receive monitors versus projectors due to room size as determined by the A/E and the College.
   5. All AV source switching and scaling will be provided by the instructional video system.
   6. Provide wall-mount push button controller to serve AV equipment with the following features:
      1. AV input source selection. 
      2. Volume control.
      3. Display/projector on/off.
      4. Up/down projection screen control if a projection screen is provided. 
      5. LAN connectivity for desktop computer AV control. 
   7. Provide audio/video conferencing as directed by the College. 
   8. Provide AV systems to serve special spaces as directed by the College. Items to consider are as follows:
      1. Video display method such as projectors or monitors.
      2. Projection screens versus wall paint. 
      3. Sound system. 
      4. Microphones.
      5. Assisted listening. 
      6. Wireless microphones. 
      7. AV systems control. 
      8. AV systems zoning for partitioned spaces. 
      9. AV systems switching and scaling. 
      10. Audio video event recording. 
      11. Public media connections. 
      12. Lighting control integration. 
      13. UPS for AV systems. 
   9. Provide for permanently mounted monitors in common spaces and as directed by the College.
   10. Suggest adding minimum performance standards for AV systems – i.e.,
       1. Camera & display resolution.
       2. 4K, Pro Series displays with 3-year warranty.
       3. Document camera with minimum 1920x1080 resolution and 10x zoom.
   11. Suggest utilizing menu-type questionnaire system with each college department for “needs” vs. “wants” for AV technology in various spaces – an example (Ivy Tech to indicate requested revisions and additions):
   12. The following is the current BOD - Learn Anywhere Typical One Line:

SECTION 27 77 40 – LOCAL AREA NETWORK/WIDE AREA NETWORK, AND WIRELESS LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN/WAN AND WLAN)

1. Provide LAN electronics in each ER/TR/TE to accommodate access to system recourses. Components should provide for gigabit ethernet performance at each workstation and 25 gigabit through the fiber backbone.
2. Provide for wireless access to network resources through properly placed access points for full-premise coverage as directed by the College.
3. PoE devices such as Cameras, APs, and other wireless devices must not be grouped together at patch panels – spread evenly across patch panels and switches.
4. Access points cabling to be CAT6A.
5. Provide surface ceiling-mounted wireless access points. 
6. For ease of management and consistency, single manufacturer of system components should be considered to include all LAN, WAN, and WLAN components.
7. LAN, WAN, and WLAN are typically provided by the College, at the approval of the CTO.
8. Wireless access points provided by College OIT Group.
9. Suggest Ivy Tech provide BOD with preferred manufacturer and minimum performance specification.

SECTION 28 00 00 – ELECTRONIC SECURITY SYSTEMS 

PART 1 - ALARM BEACON 

1. Provide data connection. 
2. Connect to intercom system. 
3. Typical locations: 
   1. Main corridors. 
   2. Public spaces. 
   3. Commons. 
   4. Study locations. 
   5. Vending. 
   6. Main lobby. 
   7. Assembly spaces. 
   8. Auditoriums. 
   9. Other locations as directed by the College. 

PART 2 - ADDITIONAL SECURITY 

1. Provide security controls for lockdown procedures. Locate controls as directed by the College. 
2. IP access control and IP surveillance systems shall allow for partitioning. 
3. Provide panic buttons as directed by the college. Panic buttons can be hard-wired or wireless. 
   1. Typical locations:
      1. Bursar office. 
      2. Food service. 
      3. Front reception at main entrance. 
      4. Bookstore. 
      5. All point of sale locations (POS). 
      6. Locations where money is exchanged. 
4. Provide 911 panels. Locate as directed by the College.
5. Provide AED devices with necessary connections. Coordinate location with College. 
6. Blue Light Emergency Phones and Call Box System Guidelines
   1. Minimum density of one within every 200’ or one per 40,000 sft. 
   2. Placement:
      1. Stand-alone on its own on an island may be a concrete base toward the center of the parking lot, with four bollards around them, depending on the parking lot and surroundings.  
      2. Place along walking paths. 
      3. For maximum visibility, do not place them on light poles. 
   3. Each unit to include a camera. 
   4. No mass notification (i.e. ALERTUS) loudspeaker to be placed on unit. 
   5. Unit to be routed to 24/7-manned local police dispatch. 

SECTION 28 13 00 – ELECTRONIC ACCESS CONTROL 

1. Provide electronic access control (card/FOB access) at key entrances and other high-security spaces as directed by the College. 
2. Lenel S2 is Standard Access Control System. S2 system ties into Atertus Technologies Mass Notification System. 
3. Electronic control will be able to be expandable. 
4. Provides door position switches on all exterior doors and interior doors with electronic access control. 
5. Provide ability to lock down all doors via software or secured central button. 
6. Typical locations for electronic access control: 
   1. All exterior doors. 
   2. Technology rooms including TR and ER. 
   3. Bursar office. 
   4. Human Resources office. 
   5. Computer and other labs. 
   6. Chancellor suite. 
   7. Office suites. 
   8. Facilities rooms. 
   9. “Specialty areas” or high-value areas. 
   10. Electrical rooms. 
7. Additional locations for electronic access control consideration. Provide rough-in for future access control in the following locations:
   1. Industrial Technology/Advanced Manufacturing labs.  
   2. Science labs. 
   3. Culinary labs. 
   4. Nursing/Medical labs. 
8. For maximum safety, doors including classrooms, to have a thumb-turn on interior side and keyed from the outside.   
9. Security and facilities to have access to physical keys. 
10. General classrooms to have a physical key. 

SECTION 28 23 00 – VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM 

1. Provide video surveillance cameras to cover entrances, corridors, parking lots, and other high-security areas as directed by the College. 
2. Provide Raid Level 5 storage for surveillance video data. 
3. Systems to be provided by the College, approved by the CTO and physical security team. 
4. System to be actively monitored. 
5. System must come with a manufacturer-supported maintenance agreement. 
6. Storage approach: 
   1. Storage should include archival data for a minimum of 30 days. 
   2. Provide Raid Level 5 storage for local surveillance video data. 
   3. Cloud storage is an acceptable approach. 
   4. Combination cloud and local also an acceptable approach if meets retention criteria. 
7. Guidelines for camera placement:
   1. Locate cameras during design phase before construction starts. This process is critical to ensure no issues are realized during construction. 
   2. Visibility is required in all hallways to follow movement. 
   3. Visibility is required at all exterior walls. 
   4. Exterior cameras.
      1. Blue Light phone w/ cameras on poles for full coverage of the parking lots. 
      2. Additional cameras on the buildings for visibility of all exterior walls. 
   5. Interior cameras:
      1. Need visibility of all hallways to follow movement. 
      2. Single-head cameras can be used in individual rooms, or facing a doorway. 
      3. No single head cameras in corridors.
      4. If feasible, use 4-way cameras at corridor intersections. 
      5. No PTZ cameras. 
8. Cabling for Cameras: 
   1. Interior and exterior camera cable runs within 300’, use shielded CAT6. For longer runs, including out to parking lot poles, fiber is required. 
   2. Provide PoE for all cameras including fiber runs to exterior.
   3. Outdoor cameras are typically mounted on the building. 
   4. Camera cabling to be shielded. 
   5. Cable typically must be neatly run and labeled in conduit. In some circumstances, and if approved by the College, cable on j-hooks above ceilings is acceptable.  

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SECTION 31 00 00 – SITE CONSTRUCTION 

PART 1 - BUILDING DEMOLITION 

1. Coordination of all utility cut-offs or modifications shall be coordinated in design by A/E. These include, but are not limited to gas, electric, water, sanitary and storm sewer, fiber optics, telephone, cable TV, and others as required. 

PART 2 - TREE PROTECTION AND TRIMMING 

1. Provide certification that trees and landscaping that will remain have been protected during the course of construction in accordance with recognized standards of the industry. 

1. 1. Engage a qualified arborist to perform the work. 

PART 3 - SHORING, BRACING, AND UNDERPINNING 

1. Shoring, bracing, and underpinning shall be designed and certified by a professional engineer.  

PART 4 - GREEN SPACE 

1. Green space shall be preserved whenever possible. 

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SECTION 32 12 00 – SITE PAVING 

1. Reference Space Standards for parking calculation requirements. 
2. All drives shall be 24’ width. Drives should accommodate delivery vehicles, buses, and emergency vehicles where applicable. This includes clear height, width, and turning radii. 
3. In areas of expected deliveries, buses, and large truck turnarounds, provide heavy-duty asphalt or concrete. 
4. A drop-off area should be provided at the main entry to the building. If the campus has a shuttle bus, the dropoff area should accommodate size of vehicle. 
5. Handicap parking spaces should be provided near the main entry in a minimum quantity as required by code. Consideration should be given to exceeding the code-required number of spaces. Spaces should not be more than 75’ from the building entrance. 
6. Vehicular circulation should loop the entire building where possible for fire and egress access. 
7. Code Blue elements should be discussed and determined if they are required. 
8. Infrastructure for cameras and call boxes should be incorporated for current or future equipment. 
9. Parking lots shall be asphalt. Evaluate the cost benefit of substituting pervious pavement for asphalt to reduce storm water drainage systems. 
10. Parking lots shall have curbs but NO concrete bumpers (wheel stops) with consideration for snow removal in regions where applicable. 
11. Concrete shall be used at all loading docks and where semi trucks will approach the buildings. 
12. Create a small concrete area for motorcycle parking. Do not use asphalt. The minimum size for each motorcycle stall shall be 4.5’ x 12’. Locate near entrance of the building and in a visible location. Provide five to ten motorcycle parking spaces. 
13. Sidewalks should be 6’ wide minimum. 
14. Provide dedicated EV Charging spaces to comply with local/State/sustainability jurisdiction and provide additional conduits for expansion. 
15. Pedestrian Circulation 
    1. All parking areas should be connected by walks with crosswalks provided for safe pedestrian travel. 
    2. At crossing paths provide materials, signage, and markings that indicate a pedestrian crossing. Pedestrian crossings should employ the “raised speed table” designated crossings. 
    3. Walkways shall connect to bus access points on or adjacent to the building site.

SECTION 32 93 00 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS 

PART 1 - SITE STRUCTURES AND ENCLOSURES 

1. Masonry enclosures to match building materials should be provided around all dumpsters, and ground-mounted equipment such as chillers, generators, transformers, meters, or other equipment. The enclosure should provide appropriate clearances for equipment and be tall enough to keep equipment from view. Enclosures should be treated with acoustic absorbing material where appropriate to reduce noise transmission. 
2. Smoking Huts are prohibited. An exception to this standard will be made when requested by the Regional Administration and accompanied by a copy of the Region’s smoking policy allowing smoking on campus. 
3. Site Signage  
   1. Signage needs will vary greatly from region to region and from campus to campus. Please follow these guidelines for use with all indoor, outdoor, vehicle, and other signage needs: 
   2. Sizes and locations of signs will vary according to local ordinances, and changes to existing signage will need to be evaluated by each campus and changed over time. Those signs that are most visible should be changed first. 
   3. All outdoor signage must use the statewide Ivy Tech Community College logo. If usage is limited to text, the name “Ivy Tech Community College” must be used. 
   4. When color is available, the logo should be reproduced only in the color combinations shown on the approved logos. Colors other than green, gray, black, and white should never be used. 
   5. For signs with a horizontal orientation, use a horizontal version of the logo; for signs with a vertical orientation, use a vertical version. 
   6. All signage must be approved by the Ivy Tech Community College Marketing Department before production. 
   7. Color usage:
      1. Green: Pantone 342 C (4 color process – 100C 0M 69Y 43K) 
      2. Black: Pantone black (4 color process – 0C 0M 0Y 0K) 
      3. Gray: 50% Pantone black (4 color process – 0C 0M 0Y 50K)
4. Building Entries – coordinate with Security Standards 
   1. Main entries should have canopy high enough to accommodate a bus drop-off. Secondary entrances should have covered areas a minimum of the door depth. 
   2. Avoid straight entry drives that are on direct access with the entrance. 
   3. All entries and exits to the building should connect with accessible walks.
5. City bus access shall be considered in location the building entry. 
6. Include bollards, planters, etc. at the main entries for security. 

PART 2 - CHAIN LINK FENCING AND GATES 

1. Wire mesh shall be 9 gauge minimum, and the size shall be 2”. 
2. Black polymer coating over metallic coating. 

SECTION 32 93 10 – LANDSCAPE  

(COORDINATE WITH COLLEGE SUSTAINABILITY STANDARDS) 

1. In-ground sprinkler system is not mandatory. Review with the Region the desire for an in-ground sprinkler system. Recommend native plantings. 
2. Landscaping should meet local codes or ordinances. 
3. Trees or shrubs that are specified should be considered for on-site use.
   1. i.e. consider if childcare is on site. 
4. Do not use fruit trees or trees that have droppings that cause maintenance issues. 
5. Do not use trees or shrubs that attract birds. 
6. Do use trees that are hardwoods, durable, low maintenance, and will last a long time. 
7. Discuss if DNR grants may be utilized and incorporate DNR standards as required per the grant. 
8. Prefer grades at 5:1 or less. If grade is 3:1 or steeper, use ground cover in place of grass to help with maintenance. 

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SECTION 33 00 00 - UTILITIES 

PART 1 - UTILITY DISTRIBUTION 

1. Architect/Engineer shall coordinate connection of utilities to the building. 

PART 2 - SITE ELECTRICAL 

1. Architect/Engineer should ask the campus what exterior activities are planned for the future. Ensure that exterior electrical locations are created for these events to occur. 
   1. Movies, social events, parties, fairs, concerts, etc.
   2. Pay close attention to interior drainage line cleanout locations in relation to entries and exterior amenities. 

SECTION 33 46 00 – SITE DRAINAGE 

PART 1 - SITE DRAINAGE 

1. Meet all water quality requirements local, state, and federal, and when determining the best option for site drainage, provide a solution that allows for the most natural look. Owner preference in order: 
   1. Swale. 
   2. Rain garden. 
   3. Dry basin. 
   4. Dry well. 
   5. Underground structure per municipal guidelines. 
   6. Wet pond.
      1. If a wet pond is used, consider including a fitness track or nature trail. Lighting and security will need to be considered.  
2. Evaluate the cost benefit of substituting pervious pavement.