Technological Institute of the Philippines

363 P. Casal St., Quiapo, Manila

AR 322S1 / AR32FA1
Building Technology 4

GENERAL SPECIFICATION
DIVISION 11 - DIVISION 16

Submitted by:
Treyes, Ma. Lailanie B.

Submitted to:
Ar. Feliciano
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
R​ESIDENTIAL​ S​PECIFICATION

PROJECT TITLE:
PROPOSED TWO-STOREY RESIDENTIAL HOUSE

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

A. EQUIPMENT CATEGORIES. Equipment, as applied in Capital Improvements
Projects, falls into one of two categories:

1. FIXED EQUIPMENT (Contract Equipment) is acquired through one or more of the

construction contracts and is funded within the project construction budget.
2. MOVABLE EQUIPMENT (Non-Contract Equipment) is acquired by the Using Agency
utilizing a fund allocation within the total project funds, but independent of the project
construction budget. See Section 12, 40 00, Furniture & Accessories.
3. Typically movable equipment funding allocations are provided for new building
construction
projects, but not for remodeling/renovation projects.

B. GENERAL CONTRACT ITEMS. Unless otherwise directed by the University, the

following equipment shall be classified as fixed equipment and shall be included in the
General Contract work:

1. Library Shelving and Equipment.

2. Food Service Equipment.
3, Unit Kitchens and Cabinets.
4. Laboratory work benches, cabinets, and associated equipment. This includes fume
hoods,
controlled temperature rooms, and growth chambers.
5. Fixed Furniture Seating (See Section 12 60 00, Multiple Seating).

C. SEPARATE EQUIPMENT CONTRACT PRE-BID SUBMITTALS. When separate

equipment contracts are required by the Program or the University, include the following
requirements in the specifications regarding bidder qualification required prior to
opening of bids:

1. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in manufacture of similar or duplicate

equipment.
2. Minimum of five (5) completed installations of equal size that can be inspected prior
to
award.
3. Adequate financial resources and personnel to manufacture, deliver, install, and
guarantee
the equipment.

D. EQUIPMENT CONTRACTOR OR SUPPLIER SUBMITTALS

1. PRICE BREAKDOWN. A breakdown for each piece of equipment, keyed to contract
drawings or shop drawings, must be stipulated to accommodate auditing and inventory
needs.
2. ROUGH-IN DRAWINGS. Must be required in time to enable checking by the
Consultant and coordination with all concerned prime contractors.
E. COORDINATION. In specifications, clearly define which contractors have
responsibilities relative to equipment receiving, unloading, inventory, and installing
(including accessory items such as plumbing, heating, cooling, electric hook-ups, etc.)
F. PENETRATION OF FLOORS AND OF WALLS. By pipes, ducts, or other
penetrations unless openings are appropriately fire stopped by fire doors, or fire
dampers, and voids around pipes, ducts, conduits, etc. are sealed with fireproof
materials is prohibited.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT

A. If laundry equipment is required, it will be provided under a separate contract;
however, the Consultant shall plan spaces, plumbing, HVAC and electric to
accommodate the desired vending equipment. Check the Program and consult the
University. Be certain to provide for hook-ups. A/E to provide heat load calculations with
regards to additional equipment and plan/revise HVAC system accordingly.

2.2 VENDING EQUIPMENT

A. If vending equipment is required, it will be provided under a separate contract;
however, the Consultant shall plan spaces, plumbing, HVAC and electric to
accommodate the desired vending equipment. Check the Program and consult the
University. Be certain to provide for

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS
Housing and Dining Facilities (HDS) has adopted amendments for all HDS facilities.
Confirm applicable standards with University Representative on a per project basis.
DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

12 10 00 - ART
A. Art & Architectural Artwork:
1. Artwork will only be included as part of capital construction projects. Artwork for all
other projects will be funded by the individual departments and is not likely to be part of
construction documents.

12 20 00 - WINDOW TREATMENTS

A. Window Coverings:
1. Blinds, shades and shutters will normally be furnished and installed by the contractor
and should be included in the A/E specifications. Drapes are not normally provided as
part of construction projects. Drapes must be approved by the University
Representative prior to specifying.
2. Where windows or other uncontrolled light sources exist, these sources must be
controlled through use of blackout drapes or other devices so that light level can be
controlled for adequate projection viewing.
B. Window Films:
1. Smoke and gray colors are acceptable. Silver and bronze colors are not desirable
and should not be used unless necessary to match existing films or because of unusual
requirements which will need approval of the University Representative.
2. Shading coefficient shall be 0.65 or less for all films.
3. Films shall be sputter-coated using a charged metal process. Dyes or pigments are
not acceptable. Films shall have an abrasion resistant coating.
4. Films shall be warranted for five years to maintain all solar properties without
cracking, crazing, fading or peeling. Defective films shall be replaced without charge.
5. Safety film may be considered where retrofitting safety glazing is not advisable due to
the configuration, construction and condition of existing doors and windows that are not
being replaced.

12 30 00 - CASEWORK

A. Laboratory Casework:
1. Acceptable types are as follows:
a. Metal Laboratory Casework
b. Plastic Laminate Casework
c. Wood Casework
2. New laboratory casework in existing buildings shall match existing style such as
wood, metal, or plastic laminate. Verify with the University Representative.
3. Wood casework shall not be installed where water or chemicals are used.

B. Counter Tops:
1. Furnish tops in maximum practicable lengths.
2. Acceptable types include:
a. Composition Stone
b. Impregnated Stone
c. Glazed Composition Stone
d. Plastic Laminate - with plywood underlayment or medium density industrial
particleboard
e. Stainless Steel
f. Epoxy Resin
3. Flexibility of casework should be considered due to multiple use of space over a
period of time. Providing excessive amounts of casework does not benefit the owner.

12 40 00 – FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES

A. Indoor Trash and Recycling Containers:

1. Every classroom, office, and conference room will contain trash and recycling
containers. Appropriate space for a 28 quart recycle bin and a Slim Jim container shall
be included in the drawings.
2. In hallways and corridors where appropriate, cabinets separating trash and recycling
materials shall be included in the drawings.
3. The cost and procurement of trash and recycling containers will be included into the
cost of the project.
B. Outdoor Trash and Recycling Containers:
1. The cost and procurement of outdoor trash and recycling containers, including the
building dumpster, will be included into the cost of the project.
C. Provide at least two coat hooks in offices.

12 48 00 - RUGS AND MATS

A. Floor Mats:

1. Entry mats and walk-off carpets shall be provided as a part of the construction
contract. Type and location shall be approved by Facilities Management-Custodial
Section through the University Representative. They shall be a type that will not hinder
door operation.
2. Main entrance lobbies should have recessed floor mats 4 to 6 feet wide and 10 feet
long.

12 50 00 - FURNITURE
A. Furniture:

1. Movable furniture and equipment will normally be purchased and installed by the
University under a separate contract and should not be included in the A/E
specifications. Installation may be specified by the A/E depending upon circumstances.
2. Room dividers and screens (movable wall partitions) will normally be purchased and
installed as movable equipment, unless otherwise approved. The A/E will be expected
to coordinate with the client in this design and specification.
3. All furniture should have non-marking wheels or glides that will not rust.
4. Floor mats should be used under rolling office chairs.
5. Computer labs should have furniture that allows mounting of tower case computers
on the furniture keeping the computer off the floor. Desktop case computers are
preferred. Cables should be concealed in raceway where possible to avoid draping
cable on the floor.
6. Classrooms, conference rooms and similar rooms should have chair rails on the
walls.
7. See Division 32 – Exterior Improvements for requirements for Site Furnishings.

12 60 00 – MULTIPLE SEATING
A. Fixed classroom and auditorium seating should be rail mounted rather than individual
pedestal mounted unless otherwise directed by the University Representative. Use drop
arm writing surfaces with grained color and matte texture plastic laminate finish. Flip
seats are preferred.

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

RADIATION PROTECTION

1.1 OWNER REQUIREMENTS

USF Radiation Safety Officer should be contacted early in the design phase to
assist with radiation safety/protection requirements for USF. Radiation machine
means any device capable of producing x-rays except those devices with
radioactive materials as the only source of radiation. Radiation machines must
comply with State of Florida Administrative code 64E-5 and Food and Drug
Administration, Code of Federal Regulation (FDA CFR) Title 21.
1.2 RADIATION PROTECTION SURVEY
Room and equipment radiation shielding must be based on current and
applicable National Council on Radiation Protection (NCRP) standards/reports
after the X-ray equipment has been installed and placed in operating condition, a
radiation protection survey shall be performed by a qualified expert
recommended by NCRP.
1.3 LISTING REQUIRED
A. The Research Integrity & Compliance – Radiation Safety Office has the responsibility
of registering all equipment that directly produces ionizing radiation with the State of
Florida, Department of Health, Bureau of Radiation Control, and Radiation Machine
Program (in compliance with the regulations in Florida Statute, Chapter 404 and F.A.C.
64E-5). A listing of all such devices, as well as all radioactive materials specified in the
contract documents, shall be submitted by the Consultant to the USF-FM with those
documents. Devices include, but are not necessarily limited to:

1. lasers and maser

2. radar
3. microwave generators
4. electron microscopes
5. infrasonic, sonic, and ultrasonic generators
6. X-ray generators and accelerators
7. electron welders
8. diatherapy units
9. infrared and ultraviolet sources

DIVISION 14 - EQUIPMENT

A/E must provide heat load calculations with regards to additional equipment and
plan/revise HVAC system accordingly.

2.3 LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

A. The Consultant must plan spaces, plumbing, HVAC, and electric to accommodate all
laboratory equipment. Be sure to provide for hook-ups and coordination of installation
sequences.
1. FUME HOOD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM: Shall be designed and installed in
accordance
with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z9.5 - 2012. Refer to Appendix A,
Environmental Health & Safety Design Guidelines, Section 8.2.
2. ALL NEW LABORATORY FUME HOODS: Shall use 100% exhaust with an average
face velocity of eighty to one-hundred (80-100) feet per minute (with sash fully open for
constant air volume hoods with a bypass feature) with no face velocity measurement
more than plus or minus twenty percent (20%) of the average. Auxiliary air type hoods
are not to be used.

3. IN LABORATORIES: At least one (1) station in each laboratory shall be provided for
the physically disabled. Said station shall have a low workbench with a clear minimum
height of 30 inches under the workbench and no apron. Aisles between the tray slides
and control railings shall be a minimum of 34 inches.
4. FITTINGS AND FIXTURES: Utility fittings and fixtures specified for laboratory
equipment shall be of quality at least equal to that specified for the Plumbing, HVAC,
and electrical contracts. This is critical. Consultant shall certify in writing to the
University that 1). The specification quality is equal, and 2). That the installation
conforms to specified quality.

a. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF VALVES: Specify that these must have a ten (10) year
written warranty.
2.4 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

A. EYEWASH AND EMERGENCY SHOWERS: Review need and location with

University. Refer to Appendix A, Environmental Health & Safety Design Guidelines,
Section 8.1.

DIVISION 15 - MECHANICAL

Section 15000 - General Discussion

Introduction
The work shall be in accordance with all rules, regulations, by-laws and requirements of
all authorities having jurisdiction.​.

Part 1 - General

• Codes
• The project shall comply with the latest edition of the following codes unless otherwise
stated:

- Republic Act No. 9514 ​ “​Fire Code of the Philippines​ of 2008”

- Philippine Mechanical Engineering Code
- National Electrical Code of the Philippines
- Republic Act No. 7920 ​“Philippine Electrical Code”
- Republic Act No. 1378 ​“National Plumbing Code of the Philippines”

• Working In Confined Spaces

IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction (SMACNA) BSR/ASHRAE

Standard 62-1989R ANSI/AIHA Z9.5 Laboratory Ventilation ACGIH Industrial Ventilation
Manual of Recommended Practices

OSHA 29 CFR 1919.146 Confined Spaces Standard

• Whenever work is required within a confined space, e.g., utility vaults, utility tunnels,
sumps, pits, sewers, etc., contact UA Risk Management and Safety Department for
details and procedures on UA Confined Space Entry Program.

● Laboratory Design Criteria

● Refer to UA DSS Tab C-3.
● Discuss fume hood selection and HVAC system criteria with UA Facilities
Design & Construction.
● Record Drawings
● Provide a set of blueline prints and clearly mark, as the job progresses, all
changes and deviations from that shown on Contract Drawings. Drawings
shall be kept up-to-date during construction and in addition to field
measurements shall include; change orders, field instructions and all other
changes.
● Reference Division 01300 for further details.
● Buried Services

• After inspection and approval of service lines in trenches, ​provide a continuous trace
wire and attach to service line directly. T​he Mechanical Contractor shall take ‘as-built’
measurements, including all depths, prior to commencement of backfilling operations. It
will not be sufficient to check off line locations. Definite measurements shall be taken for
each service line. The location of buried piping shall be shown on the drawings and
dimensioned from fixed points.

• Temporary Use Of Equipment

Manual of Design and Specification Standards

● Permission must be obtained from Architect/U of A prior to operating any

mechanical systems during construction.
● Where the mechanical systems are operated during construction, the Mechanical
Contractor shall maintain the system and equipment in proper operating
condition.
● Before any area of the building is turned over to the U of A for acceptance and
for beginning of the guarantee/warranty period, the systems and equipment shall
be returned to the initial new condition e.g., by replacing used air filters with new
air filters, cleaning the air side of all coils in the air handling systems, lubricating
all bearings according to manufacturer's factory standards and adjusting control
systems according to specifications and/or to suit the U of A.

• Provision For Future Expansion And/Or Installations

● Where piping, ductwork and equipment is indicated for use in future expansion of
the building and/or for future installations within the building, the Contractor shall
leave sufficient clear space and install the piping, ductwork and equipment in
such manner that connections to the future building expansion and/or future
 installations within the building can be made without removing existing floors,
walls, ceilings. The Contractor shall consult with the Architect/U of A whenever
necessary for this purpose.
● Any piping stub-outs provided for future connections to domestic hot and cold
water piping systems shall be arranged so that “dead legs” (i.e., pipe sections
where there is no water circulation) are prevented. The termination point of any
piping stub-out shall be as close to the main piping flow as physically possible.
Where future branch lines must extend a distance greater than ten (10) branch
line pipe diameters from the main piping flow, a valved drain port or blind flange
with a valved drain shall be provided at the end of the branch piping to allow
periodic flushing.
● Abandonment of Domestic Water Piping

• Verify routing of existing domestic hot and cold water piping systems prior to their
being abandoned. Cap abandoned branch lines as close as physically possible to the
main piping flow to eliminate “dead legs”. Elimination of “dead legs” shall not hinder the
proper operation of any existing hot water return, i.e., recirculation, systems.

Section 15050 - Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods

Introduction

Mechanical systems materials and methods of installation common to some or all of

mechanical systems sections in Division 15.

Part 1 - General

● All piping and ductwork in finished areas shall be concealed in ceiling spaces,
shafts, or chases.
● Electrical conduits shall not touch or be supported via pipes or ducts.
● Ensure fire and smoke separation rating of walls and floors is maintained
following penetration.
● All electrical work associated with Division 15 shall comply with requirements of
Division 16.​Part 2 - Products
● Valves
● Sizes 6" and above shall have gear operator ball chain if located more
than 7 ft. above floor.
● Provide isolation Ball valves - 100% full-port, full-line size, bronze-body,
threaded connections at all
equipment and on all main branch take-offs.
● Provide brass valve tags marked for the service. See pertinent service
specification for valve type.
● Butterfly valves shall be 100% bubble-tight shut-off. Lug type only. Iron
body with bronze disk. Valves to
have two year warranty. Use for throttling/balancing. Preferred
manufacturers are Norris, Centerline or UA approved equal.
 ● Piping Labels
● Provide at directional changes and/or each 20 ft. Labels to be
pre-manufactured snap-on plastic wrap- around type sized to cover entire
circumference of piping and insulation.
● Labels to have integral color identification as established by ANSI
Standard A13.1 - 1981.
● Lettering shall be sized to be easily legible. Directional arrows shall
indicate direction of flow and shall be
located to point away from lettering.
● Escutcheons
● Install in exposed locations, except in mechanical rooms.
● Escutcheons to be hinged, chrome-plated type.
● Pipe Sleeves / Concrete Walls & Floors Above Grade
● Shall be schedule 40 steel
● Sized for full dimensions of insulation and fire caulked where required
● Install in all exterior walls, fire walls and floors
● Floor sleeves to extend 1” above floor surface
● Pipe sleeves in non-rated, non-masonry walls or partitions. Provide 24 gage
galvanized steel.
● Pipe sleeves in rated non-masonry wall or partitions – provide manufactured,
pre-engineered fire-rated pipe sleeve kits.
● Pipe sleeves installed below ground through exterior walls shall have mechanical
type neoprene seals.

Manual of Design and Specification Standards

● Do not support pipe with sleeve.

● Pipe Hangers
● Secure all pipes to trapeze type hangers.
● Use Vibra-Zorb cushioned supports on 1 1⁄4” pipe and smaller which is
connected to vibrating equipment.
● Provide piping support hangers to ensure that no sags occur. Minimum
hanger rod sizing and maximum hanger spacing shall conform to following
table:
● Cast Iron 1 3” 1 4” and 5” 1 6” 1
● Vertical risers shall be supported at each floor line with steel riser clamps.
● Equipment Nameplates.
● Provide nameplates for all pieces of equipment.
● Nameplate shall be minimum of 3/32" thick laminated phenolic plastic.
● Access Doors

• Minimum size 18" x 18" - provide 24” x 24” wherever possible.

• Motors shall have minimum efficiency as tabulated below and in accordance with IEEE
Standard 112 test method B.
Part 3 - Execution

• Workmanship

● Piping to run parallel to building lines.

● Locate groups of pipes parallel to each other, spaced to permit valve servicing.
● Particular attention must be paid to the proximity of mechanical piping and
equipment to electrical conduit
and cable.
● All underground utility pipe shall have a tracing wire that is electrically
continuous. The wire shall be
14TW AWG stranded (green) wrapped around or buried alongside the pipe. The
wire shall be terminated
at either end in a box flush with the ground with 3 feet of coiled wire in the box.
● Pitch piping in direction of flow 1" per 40 ft.
● Piping to be inspected and pressure tested prior to insulation.
● Piping to be routed to allow access to equipment.
● Welding to be done by ​welders certified locally in the State of Arizona​. Welders
must have proof of
certification in their possession.
● Weld inspection
● Visual inspection on low pressure piping (CHW, Condensate, LPS, HW,
etc.).
● Visual inspection and optional radiography on medium and high pressure
steam piping (MPS, HPS).
● Provide access in accordance with Manufacturer’s recommendations, to all
equipment to allow maintenance and servicing.
• Installation
● Install strainers with full port ball valve size to strainer blowdown port. Install hose
threaded connection on valves 3/4" and below.
● All gauges to be installed with a single gauge manifolded with ball valves on both
sides of pumps, heat exchangers, tunnel supply and return, etc.
● Install all valves with stems in vertical position.
● Use 10 mil plastic wrap around copper pipe on ferrous hangers or supports.
● Use dielectric fittings whenever joining dissimilar metals.

• Equipment Installation/Removal

Install to facilitate servicing, maintenance and repair or replacement of equipment

components with minimum of interference with other installations.

Provide a means of removing any valve that is larger than 2” and is mounted six feet or
more above floor level.

The University of Arizona

Manual of Design and Specification Standards

• Domestic Water Piping Arrangement

● Install to prevent the existence of sections of piping where water could stagnate,
i.e., where no water circulation occurs.
● Provide recirculating loops for all domestic hot water piping systems.
● Arrange piping in such a manner that there are no “transitory dead legs”, i.e.,
piping branch lines that
contain stagnant water.
● Refer to “Provisions For Future Expansion And/Or Installations” Section 15000 -
General Discussion
for the installation requirements of future connections.

Section 15100 - Valves

Introduction

A listing of valves, their types and applications associated with the following mechanical
systems:

Plumbing piping and specialties (Section 15410)

Hydronic piping and specialties (Section 15510)

Steam piping and specialties (Section 15520)

Specialty valves used only in a particular type of mechanical system may be found in
design standards for that system

Part 1 - General

● Install valves of type and service outlined in locations outlined in this standard
● Standard products - use same manufacturer for multiple units of same type

Part 2 - Products (Valves)

Butterfly valves to have 100% bubble tight-shut-off and full port sizing. Valves to have
two year warrantee. Valves to be manufactured by Norris or Centerline.

Gate valves to have non-rising stem and handwheel, inside screw and renewable
composition

Part 3 - Execution

Workmanship

- Valves 6" and over shall have gear operator ball chain fall if located more than
7 feet above floor
- Provide butterfly valves at all equipment and on all main branch take-offs
- Provide globe disc valves at all equipment and on all main branch take-offs in
steam piping
system
- Provide gate valves, ball valves and globe valves at all equipment and on all
main branch take-
offs
- Provide relief valves on piping and equipment as needed to meet code
requirements
 - Provide plug cock valves at connections to gas-fired equipment and in all
branch piping.
End of Section 15100

Section 15200 Sound And Vibration Control

Introduction

Equipment associated with the insulation and attenuation of airborne and impact sound.

Mechanical equipment, ductwork and pipework shall be isolated to ensure that

applicable noise criteria curves as outlined in current ASHRAE Handbook are not
exceeded.

Part 1 - General

Standard products - use the same manufacturer.

Part 2 - Products

Part 3 - Execution

● Provide vibration isolation for all mechanical motor driven equipment and for all
horizontally suspended fan coil units.
● Provide neoprene side snubbers or restraining springs where side torque or
thrust may develop.
● Spring mounts for equipment with operating weight different from installed.
● Provide adjustable limit stops on spring mounts for equipment with operating
weights different from installed weight.
● Provide spring isolators on piping connected to isolated equipment as follows:
● Up to 4" diameter - first 3 points of support
● to 8" diameter - first 4 points of support
● diameter and larger - first 6 points of support
● First point of support shall have a static deflection of twice the deflection of the
isolated equipment.
● Isolators located outdoors or in a moist environment shall have 'hot-dipped'
galvanized housings and 2 coats
of neoprene on springs.
● Isolators shall not have less than 30% reserve capacity.
● Flex Connections

Manual of Design and Specification Standards

 ● Provide in piping connections to all reciprocating and/or rotating mechanical
equipment.
● Provide duct connections to AHU's.• Silencers
● Silencers to have rounded inlets and tapered diffuser outlets.
● Absorption media to be bacteria and fungus resistant.

Section 15250 - Mechanical Insulation Introduction

Insulation products associated with:

• PIPING, DUCTWORK

Part 1 - General

• Use wrapped supply ductwork, except in acoustically critical applications where liner
may be used only after written permission is given by the U of A. Lined ducts shall not
be used in medical areas, clean rooms, all high velocity supply ductwork.

Part 2 - Products

• Pipe Insulation Jacket

● Interior, concealed - fiberglass, All Service Jacket (ASJ).

● Interior exposed or in equipment rooms – cover piping below 10 feet above finish
floor with 8 oz. Canvas
jacket sealed with Arabol.
● Tunnel piping and exterior piping - fiberglass ASJ covered with embossed
aluminum jacket with banding at joints and sealed with 25 year clear silicone.
● Any insulated pipework installed within an air handling unit to be covered with
PVC jacket.
• Misc. Product

• Armaflex insulation which meets smoke developed/flame spread ratings of 50/25 shall
be used only for interior refrigerant service applications

Part 3 - Execution

● Provide fitted insulation which can be removed and reused around equipment,
valves, flanges, etc.
● Use Z-strips on all leading edges of duct liner, (when permitted).
● Insulated fittings, i.e., elbows, tees, Y’s to be packed and fitted with PVC covers.
● Install insulation per latest edition SMACNA Duct Construction Standards.
● Use welded pins for ductwork insulation attachment. No mechanical or glued
attachments allowed.
● For pipe sizes greater than 11⁄4” provide calcium silicate inserts and metal
shields to protect the insulation at
each support.

Section 15300 - Fire Sprinkler Systems Introduction

This work shall be in strict accordance with all rules, regulations, by-laws and
requirements of all authorities having jurisdiction including, but not limited to; NFPA
codes, Arizona State Fire Code, UA Department of Risk Management ​and Safety.​

Part 1 - General

● Hydraulic calculations ​shall be prepared and sealed by a registered professional

engineer in the State of Arizona, a ​ nd Sprinkler System Shop drawings to be
submitted to the State Fire Marshal for approval.
● Hy​ draulic design calculations, ​shall include a​ n allowance for a 10PSI pressure
drop for the future installation of a back-flow preventer.
● Engineer and Contractor to verify/conduct water supply static and residual tests
and provide fire flow information.
● In new construction or where space allows in renovation projects, provide a “pipe
spool piece” to accommodate the future installation of a back-flow preventer.
● Provide an 8 1⁄2” x 11” Map Key Plan for each floor of building, indicating the
location of the following:
● Main Control Valves
● Fire Alarm Panel
● Fire Dept. Connection
● Back Flow Preventer (if provided)
● Fire Alarm Bell
● Auxiliary Drain Valves
● Inspectors Test Connections
 ● Key Plan shall be provided at main control/zone valve location. See Typical
Detail 15300-D1.
● All valves shall be readily accessible for maintenance.
● Provide system signage and identification in accordance with NFPA 13.
● Provide an additional copy of system “as-built” drawings for use of U of A Fire
Safety Dept.
● To facilitate the annual fire pump test required by NFPA all fire pump installations
shall include a valved by- pass. This by-pass is in addition to the by-passes
normally prescribed for the jockey pump and suction supply pressure line, both of
which employ a check valve. The testing by-pass allows the test to be performed
without flooding the streets. A small valved drain should also be provided with
this testing by-pass to remove some of the heated water generated by the pump
test.

Part 2 - Products

● Piping shall be schedule 40 ASTM A-53 Grade A or B or A-135 UL and FM listed

and/or a listed NFPA 13, thin wall pipe with a corrosion resistance ratio (CRR)
equal to or greater than that of Schedule 40, i.e., 1.00.​
● All grooved fittings shall be manufactured by Victaulic.

Part 3 - Execution

● In areas subject to freezing provide minimum pipe size of 2”.

● UA Risk Management ​and Safety a ​ nd ​UA ​Fire Safety Dept. to be notified ​48
hours in advance of all system tests, e.g. underground flushing, hydrostatic test,
flow alarm test, fire pump test (if applicable), fire alarm/final acceptance test.
● No saddle type fittings shall be used on fire protection systems.
● Inspector’s Test Connections shall be piped to a suitable location outside of
building. (Confirm location with
UA ​Facilities Design & Construction​). Do not pipe to a floor drain, janitor’s mop
sink or similar.​End of Section 15300

Section 15410 - Plumbing Piping And Specialities

Introduction

Piping and specialties associated with plumbing systems including:

DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEMS, SANITARY SEWER AND WASTE PIPING SYSTEMS,

LABORATORY WASTE SYSTEMS, NATURAL GAS

Part 1 - General

● Refer to 15050 for common piping materials and methods.

● Single stack waste vent systems (sovent) shall not be designed into any facility.
 ● Refer to meter requirements (attachment to Section 15970).

Part 2 - Products

Same as for above grade except use type "K" copper for below ground and 15% silver
brazed joints.

Same as for above grade with sealed coating. Same as for above grade.

Same as for above grade - install in concrete trough with metal plate cover.

● Back Flow Prevention: Backflow prevention standards will be equal to or greater

than USC's Foundation For Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research
Manual #9, or the newest edition printed.
● Hose Bibbs: Keyless in public areas.
● Wall Hydrant: Automatic-draining, anti-backflow type. Provide one operating key.
● Floor Drains: Cast iron body. Floor drains for use as area drains in exterior slab
on grade shall be furnished with anchor flange. Inlet fittings shall be cast iron with
threaded inlet and threaded or spigot outlet and trap seal primer valve
connection. Airgap fittings shall be cast iron or cast bronze, with fixed air gap,
inlet for drain pipe or tube, and threaded or spigot outlet. Provide seepage flange
at all floor drains in suspended slabs. Provide trap primers at all floor drains.
● Floor sinks: Acid resistant enamel coated cast iron. Strainer/grating shall be
chosen appropriate for service.
● Roof Drains and Overflow Drains: Cast iron roof drain with cast metal dome
strainer.
● Roof Flashing Assemblies: construct of four pound per square foot lead (min. of
24" x 24" cut for drain and clamped at collar).
● Valve Types: Ball valves up to 2”. Butterfly valves 2 1⁄2” and greater. No gate
valves shall be used.P ​ ART 3 - EXECUTION
● Maintain a minimum of 50% penetration of brazed joints.
● Installation
● Excavation for buried piping shall be graded to provide a smooth foundation
throughout length of piping. Bedding with clean sand to indicated level. Dig bell
holes at each pipe joint to relieve protrusions of loads and to ensure continuous
bearing of pipe barrel on foundation.
● Install sanitary building drain piping at a minimum slope of 1⁄4” per foot (2
percent).
● For natural gas piping, provide dirt leg at each point of connection to equipment.
● Install trap seal primer valves with valve outlet piping pitched down toward drain
trap a minimum of 1/8” inch
per foot (1 percent) and connect to floor drain body, trap, or inlet fitting. Trap
primers must be accessible.
● Install cleanouts in drain piping as required by UPC and at each sewer main
change in direction of 90°, at minimum intervals of 50 feet for piping 4 inches and
smaller and 100 foot minimum intervals for larger piping. Install cleanouts at the
base of each vertical soil or waste stack. Exterior cleanouts shall be two-way.
● Reduced pressure backflow preventors shall be installed at service into building,
at connections between potable and non-potable water systems. ​Backflow
assemblies shall be tested and documented by certified personnel.
● Double check backflow prevention assemblies shall be installed at applications
such as photo labs, etc.
● Anti-siphon, pressure type vacuum breakers shall be installed at connection to
irrigation systems.
● Install laboratory waste piping in an accessible pipeway.
● Install strainer on building potable water supply after building shut-off and prior to
backflow preventor.
● Install ball valves with hose end threads for system drains.
● Water hammer arrestors to be sized according to number of fixture units and
installed at terminal ends of
branch and near quick closing devices (e.g. flush valves, solenoid valves, etc.).
● Provide floor drains for all wet areas. Floor sinks shall be used for indirect waste
only. Floor sinks shall be installed with rim above finished floor.
End of Section 15410
Section 15440 - Plumbing Fixtures

Introduction

Fixtures and appurtenances associated with the use of plumbing system piping
including:

DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEMS, SANITARY SEWER SYSTEMS

Part 1 - General

● Refer to Section 15000 “Provisions for Future Expansion and/or Installations and
Section 15050 Part 3 - Execution”.
● All fixtures shall be of the “water saving type”.
● Install fixtures as required for either standard or handicapped accessible service
per ADA.
● All fixtures shall be white.​Part 2 - Products
● Water Closets, Wall Mount shall be/provided with:
● Vitreous china construction
● Elongated bowl
● 1 1⁄2” ​inlet spud
● Siphon jet action
● ANSI Standard A112.19.2
● Toilet Seats shall be:

• Injection molded of high strength, impact, and chemically resistant polypropylene•

Flushometers

• Manufactured by Sloan (Royal # 110 for water closets 1.6 gpf, Royal #186 for urinals,
1.0 gpf)

● Faucets And Trim shall be/provided with:

● Cast brass with polished chrome plating
● All faucets and trim furnished shall be by Chicago Faucet or American
Standard
● No push button faucets
● Single lavatory faucet for rest rooms receiving no hot water
● Moderators
● Plug and tailpiece: P.O. plug with 13" tailpiece. Non-removable strainer
with integral spud. (No. 327)
● DI water faucets shall be tin lined, self closing, with swing gooseneck
● Urinals shall be/provided with:
● Vitreous china washout
● 3⁄4” i​ nlet spud
● 2" female threaded outlet
● Two wall hangers
 ● ANSI Standard A112.19.2
● Mop Sinks (Floor Service Sink) shall be/provided with:
● Acid resisting, enameled cast iron
● Removable vinyl-coated rim guard
● 3" drain
● ANSI Standard A112.19.1.M
● Service Sinks shall be/provided with:
● Acid Resisting, enameled cast iron
● Rim guard
● Wall Hanger
● Drilled for back mount faucet
● Floor supported trap
● ANSI Standard A112.19.1.M
● Stainless Steel Sinks shall be/provided with:
● 18 gauge brushed stainless steel.
● Flat back extension with centerset holes 8" on center for faucet set.
● Water Coolers shall be/provided with:
● Single unit, installed at height for handicapped accessibility/operation.
● One-piece stainless steel backsplash plate and basin.
● Exterior casing to be stainless steel or vinyl coated steel.
● 8.0 gallons per hour minimum capacity.
● Non-CFC refrigerant.
● Fittings, Except Faucets
● Angle stops and other fittings shall be fabricated of brass with a
polished chrome plated finish.
● Trap piping and tailpiece shall be chrome plated finish.
● Escutcheons: polished chrome-plated, steel shell wall flange with
friction clips.
● Plumbing Fixture Supports shall be/provided with:
● ASME rated for service.
● Chair carriers: supports with steel pipe uprights for wall hanging fixtures.
Urinal chair carriers shall have
bearing plates. Heavy duty chair carrier shall have rectangular steel
uprights.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
● Refer to Section 15000 “Provisions for Future Expansion and/or Installations and
Section 15050 Part 3 - Execution”.
● Installation
3 Pages ​15440-2 ​03/02
● Install stop valves in a readily accessible location.
● Install escutcheons at each wall and ceiling penetration in exposed locations and
within cabinets and
millwork. Use deep pattern escutcheons where required to conceal protruding
pipe fittings.
 ● Seal fixtures to walls, floors, and counters using a sanitary type, one part, mildew
resistant white silicone
sealant.
● Single faucets shall be used in conjunction with cockle covers. Hot water branch
piping not to be
extended to fixture from main.

Section 15450 - Plumbing Equipment

Introduction

Equipment associated with building plumbing systems including:

WATER SOFTENER, SEWAGE EJECTOR PUMPS, HOT WATER GENERATORS,

WATER HEATERS, WATER PRESSURE BOOSTER SYSTEMS.

Part 1 - General

● For energy conservation purposes, hot water shall not be provided to rest rooms
● Use central plant steam via heat exchangers for hot water. Consider impact of
summer shutdown of steam
service, (back up systems may be required) - consult with UA Facilities ​Design &
Construction.​.
● Where used, water heaters shall be placed as near point-of-usage location as
possible. Pumped recirculation
system is required for piping systems lengths exceeding 50 feet.
● Small clear water ejector systems may use drop-in submersible pump.
● Autoclaves shall be connected to campus steam system and not furnished with
individual steam generators. Verify adequate steam supply main pipe size and
available pressure. Provide timers with over-ride button to shut off steam and
water when not being used.
Part 2 - Products
● Water Softeners shall be dual automatic regenerating type to provide service
during routine maintenance, complete with fiberglass tanks
● Sewage Ejector Pumps shall be self-priming, base mounted pump with suction
line extended to sewage pit, high water alarm to U of A Campus EMCS.
Preferred manufacturer is G​ orman Rupp or ​UA approved e​ qual.
● Water Heaters - Gas fired preferred, although electric spot heaters may be used
where economically justified. Lined galvanized steel tanks. 80% minimum
efficiency.
● Water Pressure Booster System shall be Duplex pumping system, removable
bladder type hydropneumatic pressure tank.
● Drop-in Submersible Pumps - Fractional horsepower use only.
Part 3 - Execution
 ● All equipment shall be installed with isolation ball valves - 100% full-port, full line
size, bronze body at the equipment, drains, thermometers (on heat exchange
equipment) and pressure gauges.
● Provide drip pans with piped drain beneath water heaters placed in areas other
than in equipment rooms.
● Provide two sewage ejector pumps for stand-by service with lead/lag control for
building service application.
Provide vent bleed valve per manufacturers recommendation.
● Provide line size (2" maximum) full port ball valve blowdown on each side of plate
and frame heat exchangers (typically 4).
● pt and eliminate balancing devices for all banked coil application and wherever
practical.
● Use circuit setting devices in closed loop systems. Preferred design is a variable
flow pumping system controlling system differential pressure and using externally
adjustable pressure dependent circuit setters at each point of use.
● Design heating water systems with a 40°F temperature differential.
● Refer to meter requirements (attachment to Section 15970).

DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL

SECTION 16050: BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS STANDARDS

GENERAL

Basic Electrical Design shall insure that the building power factor is 0.9 or greater.

MATERIALS

All light switches and receptacles shall be specification grade, 20 Amp. Back or side
wired with tightening screws only. No push-on type connectors.

Aluminum wiring is not allowed on campus.

Electrical Panels:

1. Panel number shall be identified by an engraved plastic nameplate attached to

the outside of the panel with screws.
2. Panel legends shall be typed with exact locations of areas fed.
3. Panels shall be 42 circuit with bolt-on circuit breakers unless otherwise approved
by the UCSC Electrical Engineer.
4. Panelboards serving multiple areas shall not be located in private offices, labs.,
etc.
 5. Panelboards located in storage closets shall be located in areas likely to remain
accessible (e.g., behind the door).
6. Panelboards that exceed 3 feet in length shall have the cover hinged for easy
access.
7. Switchboards, panelboards, and motor control centers shall utilize circuit
breakers, not fusible switches.

Conduit:

1. Non-Residential Areas: EMT (electrical metal tubing) concealed in walls shall be

utilized for all power, communications, fire alarm, lighting, cable TV, etc., wiring.
3/4" minimum.
2. Residential Areas: Conduit may be deleted at the direction of the Project
Manager.
3. Insulated throats shall be used for all conduit connectors. Insulating bushings
shall be used for all conduit ends.
4. EMT fittings shall be steel, compression type. As an alternative, compression
screw-type with self-locking screws that activate a steel compression ring may be
used.
5. Flex conduit shall be allowed only for vibrating equipment, expansion joints, or for
final connections to recessed light fixtures.
6. All ends of conduits shall be cut square and reamed.
7. All communications conduit that passes through firewalls shall be sealed with fire
stop putty after all station wire has been installed.

E. Wire Colors

1. 120/208V
Phase A Phase B Phase C Neutral Ground
2. 277/480V
Phase A Phase B Phase C Neutral Ground
3. 12KV
Phase A Phase B Phase C

Black Red Blue White Green

Brown Orange Yellow

White or gray Green

Yellow Red Blue

● Transformers shall be low temperature rise "energy efficient type".

● Wire shall be copper, THHN/THWN.
● Outlet boxes:
1. Shall be minimum 4" square with appropriate rings.
 2. Boxes installed on the inside channel of metal studs shall be adequately
braced to avoid twisting.
3. Note provisions concerning outlet boxes in Part II E, Acoustic Privacy.
● Disconnect switches shall be provided at all mechanical equipment not visible
from panelboards, MCCs, etc. Do not rely on ability to padlock circuit breakers.
● Motor Controls

1. All motor controls have NEMA rated starter with HOA switch, running light,
EMS interlock, and smoke detector interlock.

2. Provide a detail on the drawings showing this wiring and specifying

responsibility for each component.

3. For mechanical equipment intended to be manually switched, provisions for

manually switching should be called out on the electrical drawings.

4. Electrical engineer should confirm early in design, mechanical equipment not

being furnished with integral starters and provide required motor starters under
the electrical section of work. Equipment intended to be automatically controlled
should be provided with magnetic starters.

5. VFD's should be specified in the electrical section of work, not mechanical. We

continue to run into situations where the VFD's are not well integrated into the
electrical motor controls and power wiring design when the mechanical section
attempts to cover VFD's. Required motor torque characteristics and controls
interface should be coordinated between Electrical and Mechanical (It is almost
always variable torque with 4-20 ma speed control signal for HVAC applications.)

2. VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES

● Start up by factory trained technician with startup documentation provided
to the University's Rep.
● Interlock with local motor disconnect switch. (To shut down drive in event
that someone pulls the disconnect without first shutting down the drive.)
● Three contractor manual bypass with overload protection.
● Input circuit breaker.
● Input line reactor
● 4-20 MA speed input, run and fault contacts to signal back to DDC
● Drives need to be placed under cover in dry location.
● Insure compatible motor is specified.
● Saftronics or equal.
● VFD rated motors with minimum insulation rating or 2500 V.
● Provide adequate ventilation for the internal transistors and enclosure.
 ● locate the drive as close as possible to the motor but in no case more then
200 feet
without designing additional line reactors into the system.
● Control circuits to be isolated from the same source as drive input via
isolation.
● Use PWM type drives.
● Use IGBT transistors.
● Power factor for the drive to be unity.
● Drive should have it's own internal PID control capabilities.

K. Surface Raceway for Communications

1. Surface raceway shall be secured at 2’-0” intervals (raceway wider than 2” shall be
secured with 2 screws at each attachment point) with wood screws into wooden framing
or molly bolts into sheetrock or plastic inserts with pre-assembled drive screw for
concrete (ITT-HOLUB “HI-DRIVE” nail anchors, no known equal) Powder driven
anchors are not acceptable. The use of adhesives for fastening to any surface is not
allowed.

2 Screws used in fastening surface raceway shall be no less than 1" in length.

3. The proper support and joiner clips, as called for by the manufacturer, for securing
surface raceway to walls or floors are to be used per the manufacturer's instructions.

Control wiring shall be NEC Class 2 cabling. Coordinate with the University's
representative if conduit is required. Coordinate with Division 15.

EXECUTION

Interruption of Services:

1. Before making any high voltage connections, notify Owner in writing at least two
weeks in advance. Such work shall be performed at such times as designated by
Owner.
2. Before making any low voltage connections that require power interruption to
existing facilities, notify Owner at least one week in advance.
3. All service interruptions shall be performed by the Campus Electrical
Department.

Underground cables shall be looped and racked in all pull boxes.

Receptacles dedicated for custodial equipment use shall be installed in appropriate

areas and shall be provided with power from a panelboard as far away as possible from
panelboards serving electronic equipment. Each receptacle will be labeled "custodial
use only".
Splicing of wires #10 and smaller use plastic insulated caps Buchanan, 3-M Scotch-Lok,
or equal. Larger size conductors use approved compression connectors. Do not use
split bolt type. All splices shall be made in outlet or pull boxes. All splices in the
underground wiring system shall be epoxy encapsulated with Scotch splice kit, flooded
shrink tubing, or equal.

Office power receptacles shall be 4 plex and shall be located on all 4 walls.

Emergency Power panel-boards shall have cover painted yellow; receptacles shall be
yellow.

Panelboards shall have a 2" conduit stubbed above ceiling level for future expansion.

Provide 4" high concrete equipment pad beneath switchboards, motor control centers,
transformers, etc.

Receptacles shall be marked with Panel and circuit # of origin via a transparent tape
lettering machine such as Kroy or Merlin.

Receptacles in areas likely to serve copy machines, laser printers, coffeemakers, etc.
shall be served by dedicated circuits.

Hallway receptacles shall be spaced 50 feet max. On center.

Provide receptacles at all elevator lobbies and at every other stair landing.

Where cable trays are being installed, provide coordination between the mechanical
systems installation and cable tray space requirements such that the cable tray is
accessible from below and a minimum of 12” clear is provided over top and at least one
side of the cable tray to allow for future cables to be set in place.

SECTION 16100: UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION STANDARDS

All power and communications site wiring shall be routed underground in conduit. Refer
to Part III Site Requirements and Specification Section 01530 Tree Protection for
requirements affecting underground distribution.

UNDERGROUND DUCT BANK

The underground service conduits shall be installed in a concrete envelope, or sand

with a concrete cap. See Appendix detail sheets 16-5 & 16-6. Verify choice of methods
with Project Manager.

All conduits shall be 4" schedule 40 PVC or P&C duct rated for concrete encasement.
Risers from below grade shall be rigid wrapped galvanized steel or schedule 80 PVC.

Electrical and Communications Duct:

 1. All electrical power and communication s ducts shall be constructed with cast in
place concrete encasement around 4" non-metallic conduit (no direct burial).
Optionally for secondary power and communications systems (see project
manager) a concrete cap may be installed over sand encased conduits.
2. Concrete for encasement shall be class B with 28 day compressive strength of
2000 P.S.I. and colored with red pigment.
3. Ducts shall terminate with bell ends.
4. All underground conduits shall have yellow warning tape stating: "Warning
Electrical Wiring" or similar buried 12" below grade in the same trench as the
conduit.
5. All splices shall be sealed in epoxy encapsulated splice kits.

The number of conduits in each duct bank shall be determined by the requirements and
approved by the Project Manager.

Provide one spare power and one spare communication conduit in each duct bank.
Communications conduits will include three 4" conduits minimum as follows:

1. Telephone (T).
2. Computer / data (C) and cable TV (TV).
3. Fire alarm (FA).

Conduits shall be sloped to drain to pullboxes.

All conduits, including those with new cables installed, shall have a nylon pull rope
installed.

CONCRETE PULLBOXES

Provide separate precast concrete pullboxes, with lids labeled "communications" (for
TV, telephone, data, fire alarm) or "power".

Pullboxes for site power and communications shall be inside dimensions 30" x 60" x 36”
deep, minimum. This dimension shall be increased if high voltage junctions are
installed. Install on gravel pad and provide drain. Pullboxes shall have concrete bottoms
and galvanized steel lids.

Pullboxes in traffic areas and along roads shall be designed and installed for H20-44
loading.

Pullboxes shall be located and provided with grade rings as necessary to ensure that
water is drained from conduits.

Pullboxes shall be installed to minimize surface drainage entry as follows:

1. Pullboxes should not be located in paths or streets. If such location cannot be

avoided, pullboxes should not be located in low spots or drainage channels.
 2. Pullboxes not located in paths or streets should be installed so that the top is
approximately 2" above final grade.

All cables in manholes and pullboxes shall be formed around the sides of the pullbox
and tie- wrapped to racks with rack arms and ceramic insulators attached to the sides of
the pullbox.

All underground conduit shall have a correctly sized mandrel pulled through it before
cables are installed.

Non-slip lids shall be provided for pullboxes in sidewalk areas. Use concrete or
fiberglass-no metal lids in sidewalks.

Electrical and Communication Manholes:

1. Manholes shall be sized to accommodate all feeders, wiring, switching, and

extensions to future buildings.
2. Manholes shall be reinforced concrete, cast-in-place or precast, and designed for
H2O-44 wheel loading. Provide knockouts for future duct connections.
3. Electrical manholes shall be 8-sided/octagon design. Minimum inside clear width
shall be 8'-0", minimum inside clear height 8'-0", length will vary depending on
present and future switching requirements of the manhole but minimum inside
net length shall be 9'-0". Manhole covers shall conform to drawings in Part VI.
4. Manholes shall be provided with pulling eyes, Unistrut inserts for support
materials, and a ladder.
5. Provide gravity drains where possible for all manholes. Provide sump pumps
where gravity drains are not possible.

Work in existing campus manholes:

Contractor shall protect from damage existing UCSC and utility company cables and
facilities that are present underground and at cable closets. Damage to such cables
shall be promptly reported and repaired at no cost to the University. Splice cases shall
not be used as steps to enter/exit manholes. Contractor shall provide ladder for
manhole access.

● Contractor shall follow OSHA guidelines in working in manholes including taking

air samples of manhole air quality before entry and at regular intervals.
Contractor shall provide a person to observe the work from outside the manhole
at all times. This person shall carry a radio or telephone to summon emergency
assistance. This work shall be coordinated by the University's Representative
with the campus Environmental Health and Safety office.
● Contractor shall provide barricades and traffic control as necessary to protect
persons and vehicles in the vicinity of open manholes.

GENERAL
Electrical Distribution System

1. The campus primary electrical distribution system is a primary selective radial

system, 12,000 volts, 3 phase, ungrounded neutral with three separate campus
distribution feeders (derived from a single source). Loop feed building substation
switches are used to switch feeders without power interruptions. The primary
system is underground and no aerial distribution is permitted on campus.
2. Building electrical systems should be 480-277 volt, 3 phase, 4 wire and/or
208/120 volt, 3 phase, 4 wire for lighting and power unless otherwise directed by
the Office of Campus Facilities.
3. Connection to the existing campus electrical system shall be coordinated with the
Project Manager. Note that connection may not take place at the closest
manhole. Generally, two feeders are available in the vicinity of the project, and
these two feeders will be brought to each building via sectionalizing switches.
4. Contractor shall submit high voltage cable splicer experience 30 days before
splices or terminations are made in high voltage cables. Experience during the
past 3 years shall include at least 3 projects that include performance of splicing
and terminating cables of the type and classification provided under this contract.
5. The secondary main circuit breaker of all substations and pad-mounted
transformers (or alternatively the main switchboard circuit breaker) shall be able
to be opened and closed by the energy management system.
6. Transformer size shall be limited to 1000 KVA maximum for proper coordination
with primary protection.

MATERIALS

High Voltage Cable and Connectors:

1. All high voltage cable shall be shielded single conductor rated MV-90, 15 KV,
ungrounded neutral. The conductor shall be copper size 4/0 AWG. Class B
concentric stranding and shall have a semi-conducting layer between conductor
and insulation. The insulation shall be ethylene propylene rubber, 220-mil
thickness, which shall be ozone, moisture and heat resistant. Insulation shielding
shall consist of a layer of semi-conducting material with either drain wire or
copper shielding tape overall. The outer jacket shall be PVC and be water, oil,
alkali, and sunlight resistant.
2. All cable shall be copper conductor and shall be manufactured, factory tested,
and field tested in full compliance with all applicable sections of I.P.C.E.A.,
N.E.M.A., A.S.T.M., U.S.A.S.I., I.E.E.E. and A.E.I.C. standards.
3. High Voltage Separable Connectors: Provide 600 amp ESNA-type connectors
with insulated bushings General Electric "Suremake", Elastimold or equal.
Provide capacitance test point. Connectors shall satisfy requirements of IEEE
386 and shall be designed for use with the specific cable and type of installation
required. The manufacturer shall provide all components and at least two copies
of complete directions for assembling, and putting the unit into service, (one of
which shall be submitted for record). All switch 600A terminations shall be
 provided with a capacitance tap for voltage testing and a 200A grounding
terminal 15KV kits from Elastimold 656ETP-WOX-DRG-SG2 or SG3.

B. Building Substation:

1. The building substation will generally consist of: load interrupter switches,
transition bay, transformer, secondary junction box.
2. Load interrupter switches shall be outdoor (or indoor) type, metal clad, rated 13.8
KV (95 KV BIL) for use on a 12,000 volt, 3 phase primary service. The apparatus
shall consist of two air interrupter switches, a duplex switch arrangement, and
each switch shall consist of a stationary, 3 pole, group-operated air switch
mounted within a free-standing, weatherproof (indoor) enclosure. There shall be
mounted in the bottom compartment of one switch a set of three current limiting
fuses connected common to the load side of the switches. Each complete
assembly shall be rated 13,800 volts, 600 amperes continuous, 600 amps load
interrupting, not less than 40,000 amps momentary at 12,000 volts, and shall be
rated to close in on a fault of 40,000 amps asymmetrical at 12,000 volts. Provide
a spare set of fuses. Each section of outdoor switches shall be supplied with a
250 watt strip heater to reduce condensation. Incoming high voltage terminations
at these switches shall utilize stress cones.
3. Each switch shall be three-pole, single-throw, and shall be assembled using
NEMA standard components, spacing, arrangement and mounting. Live parts,
except contacts, shall be copper alloy totally free of aluminum. Contacts shall be
silver, silver coated, or silver alloy.
4. Each switch shall be group operated by a handle external to the switch
compartment. The operating handle shall have a spring-assisted mechanism that
provides quick-make, quick- break contact action totally independent of
manipulation by the individual actuating the mechanism.
5. Each switch operating mechanism shall be fitted with a Kirk-key interlock. The
key interlocks shall function to retain the key when the switch is closed, thereby
permitting switch operation, and shall release the key when the switch is open,
thereby preventing switch operating. The intent of this provision is that under
normal circumstances, only one switch can be operated at a time. A spare
Kirk-key shall be provided. The fuse compartment door will be Kirk-key
interlocked with each switch such that both switches must be opened before the
fuse compartment door can be opened.
6. The transformer shall be ​mineral oil filled ​3 phase, 60 cycle, KVA rating as
required with a 12000 volt delta primary winding having two 2-1/2% taps above
and below normal voltage. The secondary winding will be 3 phase, 4 wire, wye
grounded. Provide accessories as listed for Pad Mounted Transformer.
7. Provide a set of 3 spare fuses to the Campus Facilities Electrical Department.
8. Provide flexible braid connection between transformer secondary connections
and
secondary distribution section.
 9. Provide factory tests including the following: ratio, polarity, phase relation,
no-load loss, excitation current, impedance voltage, load loss, applied potential,
induced potential, leak, resistance measurement.

C. Pad Mounted Transformers:

1. A pad-mounted transformer may be used instead of a building substation for

residential areas. Such a unit shall contain the transformer, primary switch,
current limiting fusing, secondary circuit breaker, and separate compartments in
a weather resistant, tamper resistant enclosure, arranged for padlocking.
Transformer shall conform to ANSI C57.12.26. High voltage and low voltage
compartments shall be isolated from each other in a manner to require a
separate unlatching or unbolting action to give access to the high voltage
compartment. Manufacturer shall be Balteau Standard, ABB or G.E.
2. Transformer: Dead front, three phase, two winding, 60 Hz, 65 degree C rise, oil
insulated, self-cooled type rated as shown on drawings, with two 2-1/2% full
capacity taps above and below rated primary voltage. Basic Insulation Level shall
be 95 KV. High voltage winding shall be 12,000 volts delta. Low voltage shall be
120/208 or 277/480 grounded wye, 4- wire. Transformer tank shall be sealed
except for bolted handhole access. Provide lifting lugs. Provide external tap
changing for de-energized operation only. Locate the changer control handle
within the high voltage compartment and provide position indicator and method of
securing the control handle against unintentional operation. Tank construction:
liquid immersed transformer shall have a totally bolted gasket cover. Liquid shall
have sampling valve, accessible while energized.
3. The transformer tank and compartment shall be assembled as an integral unit for
mounting on a pad. There shall be no exposed screws, bolts, or other fastening
devices that are externally removable. There shall be no openings through which
foreign objects such as sticks, rods, or wires might contact live parts. The
construction shall limit the entry of water (other than floodwater) into the
compartment so as not to impair the operation of the transformer.
4. Full-height, air-filled high voltage and low voltage terminal compartments with
hinged door shall be located side-by-side separated by a steel barrier, with the
high voltage compartment on the left. To facilitate making connections and permit
cable pulling, the doors and compartment hood shall be removable. Removable
doorsill on compartments shall be provided to permit rolling or skidding of unit
into place over conduit studs in foundation. A 250-watt strip heater shall be
mounted in the primary and secondary compartments to reduce condensation.
5. Mineral Oil: ASTM D 3487, Type II tested in accordance with ASTM D 117.
Minimum Impedance 5%.
6. Transformer: Provide the accessories listed below:
● Drain and sampling valves, accessible while energized.
● Filter press connections.
● Ground pads.
● Provision for lifting and jacking.
 ● Top liquid dial-type thermometer without alarm contacts.
● Pressure vacuum gauge, readable while energized.
● Pressure relief device.
● Fill plug, accessible while energized.
● Liquid level gauge, accessible while energized.
7. Circuit breakers: Provide molded case circuit breakers conforming to UL 489:
● Breaker must be thermal-magnetic type common trip with one operating
handle and solid state 7 or 9 function trip unit, General Electric Versa-Trip,
Westinghouse Seltronic, or equal.
● Adjacent poles must be connected to phases A, B, C, respectively.
● Minimum symmetrical interrupting current rating shall be as indicated.
● Connectors must be designed for use with copper, copper clad, or
aluminum
conductors.
● Mounting shall be "bolt-on" type, removable without disturbing any other
breaker.
8. Primary Switching: Provide internal, oil-immersed, (2) 2-position selector load
break switches, mounted internally in the transformer tank. The switches shall
consist of two 2- position (on-off) switches. Minimum switch ratings shall be
load-break and make, 400 A; make and latch, 10,000 A symmetrical. Provide
current limiting fusing in dry well, air- insulated, non-load break fuse holders
inserted in the transformer tank. Provide an integral warning notice and safety
baffle mechanically interlocked with the high voltage switch to prevent fuse
removal unless the transformer is de-energized. Fuse values shall be 150
percent of full load circuit. Provide spare set of fuses. Provide apparatus
bushings for connection of incoming cables via 600 amp separable connectors.

a. "Weak-link" primary fusing is not acceptable in lieu of current limiting primary fusing.

9. Provide factory tests including the following: ratio, polarity, phase relation, no-load
loss, excitation current, impedance voltage, load loss, applied potential, induced
potential, leak, resistance measurement.

D. Underground Sectionalizing Switch

1. Primary Sectionalizing Switches: The sectionalizing switches shall be SF6 filled

type rated 15,000 volts, 600 amperes, load-break 30,000 amperes momentary.
Switch shall be 3 or 4-way type, and each way shall be 3-pole, 3-position, "on-off
ground" position. Cable entrances shall be through the bottom of the tank and
shall be apparatus bushings with ESNA type 600 amp elbow connectors for
single-conductor #4/0 AWG cables. Handle on each way of each switch shall be
fitted with a spring operator with Cock-N-Trip mechanism: Nelson Arc-Whipper,
no known equal.
2. The switch shall be mounted on a 48" frame, and shall be complete with SF6
gas. The inside of the tank shall be painted white. The switch shall be fitted with
pressure gauge and valve for filling.
 3. The switch shall be furnished with provisions for Kirk key interlock on the outside
ways of the switch and shall prevent motion of this way to the "ground" position
without the key (which will be released only when existing sectionalizing switch
on the supply side is locked in "off" or "ground" position.)
4. In addition to Kirk key interlocks and provisions for future interlocks, all ways of
the switches shall be capable of padlocking in any position: "on", "off", or
"ground".
5. A new shop drawing is to be submitted to the University (as per Section 01300)
for approval prior to manufacture.

Pad mounted air insulated switches shall be deadfront, 600 Amp continuous current on
switch side, 200 Amp on fuse side. 12,000 Amps asymmetrical; 19,000 Amps
asymmetrical momentary current. 600 Amp apparatus bushings. Side operated external
operating mechanism. Oversized viewing windows so that break is easily visible. Coal
tar undercoating. Chance AIS Series, S&C Electrical Equipment Co. or equal.

Alternatively, use SF6 puffer switches. Joslyn, G &W, or equal.

Faulted circuit Indicators- submersible, mechanical indicating disc, cable mounted,

stainless steel, manually resettable. Kearney/Horstmann #H317570-04-300 (no known
equal). Where used: On all 3 phases of the load side of all splices or multiway switches.

EXECUTION

High Potential Tests:

After cables are installed, a high potential test shall be performed on each conductor.
An initial voltage shall be applied and increased in no less than 5 uniform steps up to
the maximum test voltage. The minimum time at each step shall be no less than
required for test current to stabilize. The high potential test shall be AC or DC. If an AC
test is performed, the applied voltage shall be 60 Hz. If the applied voltage is interrupted
at any time during the test on a conductor, the test shall be started again from the
beginning.

Test potentials shall be as follows:

Nominal Cable Rating

DC Test

15 KV 63 KV

Initial Voltage Final

Hold final voltage for (minutes)

15 KV 15 KV

Report of Test Results: Reports of voltage test results shall be submitted for review with
three copies of each report prepared in the following format and detail:

1. A separate 8-1/2 by 11 inch report sheet shall be prepared for each separately
tested section of high voltage cable.
2. Each report shall be headed with the project identification.
3. The following additional data shall appear on each report sheet:
Date
Name of operator performing test
Company operator is employed by
Section of cable tested
Type of cable insulation
Cable length
Nominal rating of cable
Cable manufacturer and product identification Size of conductor
Identification of test equipment
Whether AC or DC test
4. The test results shall be plotted on a log-log graph and shall have microamperes
on the left and kilovolts across the bottom. The graph shall also provide a current
vs. time test to be recorded in 1-minute intervals after final test voltage has been
reached.
5. Each test report shall be signed by the operator of the test equipment.
6. Each report sheet shall be endorsed by the contractor or his authorized
representative.
● Insulation Resistance Tests: Electrical insulation resistance tests shall be made
by the Contractor in the presence of the Architect for all new sectionalizing
switches using a constant voltage magneto generator capable of measuring
2,000 megohms. Tests shall be made between phase conductors and grounded
phase conductors. Insulation resistance shall not be less than 750 megohms.
The Contractor shall furnish the Project Manager with a record of all insulation
resistance measurements for distribution to UCSC Utilities Dept.
● Cable shall be looped and racked in all pull boxes and manholes.
● All outdoor terminations shall be covered with high-voltage silicone tape.
● Grounding

1. A #2 AWG copper ground wire shall be installed with each of the feeders and it shall
be connected to the existing grounding system in the manhole, the grounding system at
the pad mounted switches and the building grounding system. All cable shields shall be
connected to this ground.

F. Field testing of transformer and switches

Shall be conducted according to NETA Acceptance Testing Specifications 1995. Test
shall include, but not be limited to, the following: insulation resistance tests, turns ratio
test, insulation power-factor/dissipation factor test, excitation current, resistance of each
high voltage winding in each load tap-changer position, core insulation resistance,
oxygen in nitrogen blanket, oil sample (dielectric breakdown, specific gravity, color,
visual condition, ppm water, dissipation or power factor)

SECTION 16430: METERING STANDARDS

GENERAL Electric Metering

1. entrance on the low voltage system.

All buildings shall be provided with a separate power/power quality meter at the service

2 Provide area metering at each building for the following building classifications: (Verify
with Project Manager.)

● Academic Buildings
● Housing
● Food Service
● Parking lots (verify with Project Manager)
● Other areas as determined for specific projects.
3. Provide separate metering for path and street lighting.
4. It is desirable to have the KWH meters grouped at the main distribution panel
within a

building or building complex.

5. Current transformers will be verified as to direction and polarity before being

energized so that necessary values will be positive.

6. Test switch should be directly above or below meter.

7. Potential transformer for the meter power source shall be fused, switched and
derived from

the source being measured.

8. Design and specify Lantronix serial to Ethernet converter with power source,
preferably on generator power. Connection to campus SCADA via the closest ITS data
network closet shall be provided.

9. Meters shall be programmed to trend KW, KWH, Volts, Amps, KVA. MATERIALS

A. the power meter including it’s communication to the SCADA front end.
All hardware, power, terminations and programming shall be provided to fully
commission

B. The meter constant shall be printed on the faceplate (it shall include the effects of
potential and current transformers).

C. The meter shall be a multi-function electronic meter Power Measurement Co. #7350
to match existing networked metering equipment. Meter functions shall include: voltage,
current, KW, KVAR, PF, Frequency. Provide SCADA network connection using
Lantronix:

UDS1100 device server, US domestic power 120 VAC power supply Part Number:
UD1100001-01

DB25M to RS485 and 9-30 VDC power input screw terminal adapter Part Number:
500-171-R

III. EXECUTION (not used)

SECTION 16500 - LIGHTING STANDARDS

GENERAL

All interior lighting shall utilize fluorescent or high intensity discharge sources.
Incandescent lighting may only be used if written justification is approved by the
Assistant Vice Chancellor.

Exterior Building Lights shall be fluorescent or high pressure sodium and shall be
controlled by the campus Energy Management System (EMS).

Self-powered exit signs relying on radioactive elements are not allowed.

Minimal lighting with keyless fixtures and switching at the access opening should be
provided at those parts of crawl spaces where fire sprinklers are required or clear height
exceeds four feet.

Details shall be provided on the drawings to show seismic requirements for pendant
mounted light fixtures.

Light fixtures shall be chosen and located to allow easy maintenance.

MATERIALS

Electronic high frequency ballasts shall be utilized for all classroom, office, living areas,
etc. to minimize noise and reduce energy consumption. Noise from the lighting system
in these areas shall not exceed 24 dbA for an installation with 50 footcandles nominal
light levels, 20 dbA background noise levels and enclosed fixtures.
Fluorescent lamps shall be energy saving type T-8, SP-35.

Use L.E.D. type exit signs.

Lighting control panels that sweep interior lights off to comply with Title 24 energy
regulations shall use a BMS contact input to enable the start of the sweep off period and
to disable the end of this period. Wattstopper SWS panel with BMS interface option. NO
INTERNAL CLOCKS.

EXECUTION (not used)

GENERAL

Lighting shall be provided for safety only. Decorative lighting shall be used only upon
approval by the Campus Architect of a written justification submitted early in the design
process. Such justification may include: lighting is necessary for public performances (in
this case, lights shall be switched separately from safety lighting) or to achieve a limited
effect at the building entrance. Refer to LRDP for lighting considerations and wildlife.
Emergency egress lighting with required backup power source shall be provided to
major roadways.

Path and Street Lighting:

1. 70 watt, 120 volt, high pressure sodium lamps shall be used in path lights and
150 watt, 277 volt, high pressure sodium lamps shall be used in street lamps.
2. Each fixture shall be fused with a time delay fuse in a weatherproof holder. Fuse
shall be located in the base or in the base pull box.
3. Street and path light assignment numbers (based on sector map location) shall
be stenciled on the base of path and street lights. Numbers shall be determined
by the Project Manager and shall match the campus standard.
4. Lighting control circuits shall be on a circuit separate from the lighting branch
circuits to minimize lighting disruptions.
5. Site lighting shall be scheduled on and off by the campus energy management
system (EMS).
6. Site lighting shall be metered separately from other power.
7. Street lights shall have a concrete pull box installed adjacent to each fixture with
conduits and wiring terminating in this pullbox.
8. No tree mounted lights allowed.
9. Site lighting pullboxes shall include a concrete bottom with drain hole.

MATERIALS

Refer to Standard Details in Part VI of this Handbook for standard campus path and
street lights, including bases. Note that specific projects may specify lower level path
lighting or other special requirements at particular projects. Verify with the Project
Manager.
Street, and parking lot lights shall be die cast aluminum, 150 high pressure sodium,
bronze finish, glass lens, aluminum 4" x 4" x 20' pole, RUUD PR2515M to match
existing. Path light fixtures shall utilize globe type fixture as shown on attached detail or
70 watt version of RUUD fixture above.

Fluorescent fixtures shall utilize F40 or PL type lamps.

EXECUTION

● Underground splices shall be insulated with epoxy encapsulation splicing kits.

● Space parking lot light fixtures 30" from curbs or wheel stops to avoid car bumper
damage.

SECTION 16600: EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER UNITS

A.

● Provide auxiliary contacts on the transfer switch and utilize the EMS to monitor
and controls​ witch operation.
● Provide emergency power to the following equipment as a minimum:
EMS (Repeaters and Excel Plus panels at a minimum) & FA Panels Telephone
switch and associated air conditioning (if present) Egress lights including exterior
stairs.
Mech/electrical room lights and receptacles
Exterior substation lights and receptacles
Selected equipment and fume hood fans as identified in the program
● Provide two position maintained contact switch on the automatic transfer switch:
"Test" and "Automatic". The "Test" position simulates power failure with transfer
to "emergency" position. To prevent the unauthorized operation of exterior
mounted switches, test switch shall be either key operated or contained in a
locked area.
● Exterior mounted automatic transfer switches shall contain a thermostatically
controlled strip heater.
● Provide a four-hour full load field test of generator.
● Coordinate with mechanical engineer to provide required natural gas inlet
pressure of approximately 11" w.c. and gas meter.
● Provide seismic rated spring isolators at base attachment to pad.
● Provide remote start with status connection from the campus energy
management system.
● Submit heat rate, fuel consumption, and emissions data necessary for the
university to apply for and receive Authority to Construct and Permit to Operate
from Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollution Control District. Generator must include
BACT as determined by MBAPCD.
● Provide automatic transfer switch with a switched neutral and ground neutral as
required for “separately derived system”.
● Contractor to schedule with Project Manager load testing and training. After
successful operational test, Contractor shall schedule with Project Manager and
campus EH&S representative an inspection by Monterey Bay Air Pollution
Control District.