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SECTION 16200 ELECTRICAL, GENERAL
PART 1.00 – GENERAL: 1.01 DESCRIPTION: A.
This section includes all labor, tools, materials, equipment, and services required for and reasonably incidental to the execution of all electrical work shown on the drawings and/or specified herein. All work required by this section shall be subjected to the Terms and Conditions of the Contract and the General and Special Conditions of the Contract and the General and Special Conditions specified for the project.
B.
The subdivision of the specifications into sections is for the purpose of simplification alone and is not intended to designate the extent of work of any subcontractor or trade. The responsibility for the segregation of the work of the various trades shall rest with the General Contractor. Each Contractor shall be responsible for a thorough understanding of the General Conditions, General Instructions and the extent to which the same affects his work.
1.02 REGULATIONS: A.
The latest effective publications of the following codes, standards, etc., as applicable, shall form a part of the specification, as if written herein, and shall form the basis for minimum requirements. The maximum requirements shall not relieve the Contractor from providing a high grade of materials and workmanship where specified herein. Where local codes and regulations have requirements in excess of those shown on the drawings or specified, the local requirements shall be provided by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Owner. After completion of work, the Electrical Contractor shall furnish to the Owner a certificate of final inspection. The Electrical Contractor shall bear the cost of all necessary inspection fees. 1. The Local Electrical Code 2. The National Electrical Code 3. The Local Building Code 4. The Life Safety Code 5. Rules and regulations of the Potomac Electric Power Co. 6. Rules and regulations of Verizon Telephone Co. 7. Rules and regulations of Comcast Co. 8. The Americans With Disabilities Act.
B.
All work shall comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. If any work does not meet these requirements it shall be brought to the Architect's attention prior to ordering or fabrication.
1.03 SUBSTITUTIONS: A.
References to equipment and materials of specified manufacturer in the plans and specifications are made solely for the convenience of the bidding Contractors in order to explicitly describe the nature of the equipment and quality of materials desired. It is not intended that this be construed
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as a proprietary specification. B.
Equipment of other manufacturers will be considered provided that the equipment or material offered are of equivalent quality, construction and meet or exceed the performance requirements as set forth for the equipment or materials specified.
C. Shop drawings submitted for each item offered as a substitute shall be clearly marked and contain all information necessary for evaluation and comparison with the equipment specified. D. The Contractor offering substitute equipment shall be responsible for all changes necessitated by the use of the substitute equipment, if accepted. This responsibility shall include, but not be limited to, weight, space requirements, electrical services, branch circuit and overcurrent protection and compatibility for the general design criteria of the project work. E.
All equipment, appurtenances, and materials, furnished by the Contractor shall be compatible so that all components, when installed as a unit in the system, will function harmoniously and efficiently.
1.04 SCOPE: A.
The Contractor shall provide all labor and materials required for complete installation of all electrical work as specified and shown on the drawings. All work shall be subject to the Engineer's review and acceptance.
B.
Work Included - The work included under this section of the specifications, in general, shall consist of the following list of items. This list shall not be considered as a complete list of all the work to be included. Items not listed herein, which are otherwise specified or shown on the drawings, shall be included as required for complete electrical installation. 1. Permits and certificates. 2. Switchboards and distribution equipment. 3. Switches, modular metering equipment and loadcenters, devices and all other electrical materials, equipment and apparatus. 4. Lighting fixtures and lamps as called for on the contract drawings. 5. Fire alarm, security, access control, door entry and other systems specified. 6. Emergency generator and automatic transfer switches. 7. Work specified under other sections of the specifications which is to be included under this section.
C. Other Specification Sections - The Contractor shall examine other sections of the specifications in order to determine the extent of other work required to be completed under this section. Failure to do so will not relieve the Contractor of responsibility to perform all work for a complete and satisfactory installation. 1. All conduit and wiring shown on the Electrical Drawings or specified in this section to be provided for electrical apparatus being furnished by other sections will be included under this section of the specifications. 2. All conduit and wiring not shown on the Electrical Drawings nor specified in this section for electrical apparatus being furnished by other sections will be included under the Section "Furnishing and Apparatus" unless otherwise specified therein. 3. All conduit and wiring not shown on the Electrical Drawings nor specified in this section for The Galaxy Apartments & Garage Mendoza, Ribas, Farinas + Associates
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4.
5.
washers, dryers, unit heaters, etc. being furnished by other sections will be included. Refer to “House” panel schedules for additional information. All conduit and wiring not shown on the Electrical Drawings or specified in this section but required to provide power wiring to mechanical equipment such as small motors, to plumbing items such as small circulating pumps, etc. shall be provided complete to provide a fully operational system. Contractor shall fully coordinate all such requirements with other trades prior to commencement of work. When required, the Contractor shall handle and install all electrical apparatus being furnished under other sections of the specifications by others.
1.05 DELIVERY AND STORAGE: A.
All materials and equipment shall be delivered in manufacturer's original packages with seals unbroken, and with manufacturer's name and contents legibly marked thereon. Store materials off the ground, under cover, and protected from the weather and construction.
1.06 RECORD DRAWINGS: A.
As work progresses, Electrical Contractor shall record on one set of Contract Electrical Drawings all changes from the installation originally indicated.
PART 2.00 – PRODUCTS: 2.01 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP: A.
Electrical equipment and apparatus furnished for the project shall be new and shall be listed by the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Defective materials or materials damaged during their installation, inspection, or tests shall be replaced or repaired subject to the Engineer's review.
B.
Drawings - The drawings indicate the general extent and arrangement of the installation requirements only; the installation shall conform to all applicable code requirements and field conditions. Changes required to meet above shall be made at no additional cost to the Owner. Work indicated or specified, but having details obviously omitted or not shown, shall be provided complete in order to perform the function intended.
C. Installation - In general, all raceway and wiring systems, conduits, etc., shall be installed concealed unless otherwise indicated or specified. All work shall be performed in a workmanlike manner subject to the Engineer's review. D. Interference - The Contractor shall coordinate the electrical installation with the installation of the work of other trades involved in the project. In the event of interference requiring work to be relocated, work shall be performed subject to the Engineer's review and at no additional cost to the Owner. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to coordinate the work prior to installation in order to avoid possible interferences. In the event of disagreement between different trades, such matters shall be referred to the Engineer for interpretation of design intent, and his decision shall be final and binding on all parties.
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E.
Samples - When requested by the Engineer or specified herein, samples of any item of electrical materials shall be submitted for examination and review. All costs involved shall be at the expense of the Contractor. Approved samples may be installed in the project or returned to the supplier at the Contractor's option. Samples which do not conform to the design intent will be returned to the Contractor.
F.
Defacement or Damage to Equipment - All necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent damage to the work of others. In the event damage is caused, the Contractor shall be responsible for the repair or replacement of the damaged parts to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Manufacturer's nameplates, equipment rating plates, and other approved identification material will be permitted to be installed on equipment.
G. Roughing-In - All necessary dimensions and information covering the electrical work required for the installation of equipment furnished under other sections of the specifications shall be obtained from the trade furnishing the equipment. Failure to obtain this information will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for the correct location and type of electrical work required. H. Submittals - Submit in accordance with the General Conditions the following items: 1. Switchboards and Distribution Equipment 2. Switches 3. Modular Metering Equipment and Loadcenters 4. Devices 5. Fire Alarm Systems 6. Light Fixtures 7. Security System 8. Door Entry System 9. Access Control System 10. Emergency Generator and Automatic Transfer Switches I.
See coordination drawing requirements.
2.02 ELECTRICAL WORK FOR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT: A.
The Contractor shall verify the ratings of motors furnished under the Mechanical Section of the Specifications to ascertain that branch circuits and electrical equipment furnished are of the proper capacity; if revisions are required, they shall be made at no additional cost to the Owner.
2.03 ELECTRICAL SERVICE: A.
New electrical services shall be 120/208 volt, 3-phase, 4-wire and 480/277 volt, 3-phase, 4-wire as indicated on the drawings. The Contractor shall furnish and install all flashing and water tight sleeves as required for electric service penetrating building walls and shall assume responsibility for water tight installation of electric services. In addition, contractor shall provide all other accessories such as service wireway, etc. as may be required by local Electric Power Company to provide electrical service.
B.
Contractor shall coordinate all secondary requirements with the utility design engineer to provide
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a complete system. C. This Contractor shall verify the complete service installation with the power company. The entire installation shall be in strict accordance with the rules and regulations of the power company. D. All charges made by the Power Company for their part of the service installation will be billed directly to the Owner and paid for by the Owner. 2.04 TEMPORARY ELECTRICAL SERVICE: A.
Provide a temporary electrical service with sufficient number of circuits to provide illumination and all other necessary power for construction tools, etc. All temporary electrical service shall be removed in its entirety at the completion of the contract requirements.
B.
This Contractor shall cooperate with others so that such permanent feeders and circuits are installed when required to test and operate permanent equipment prior to substantial completion.
C. The Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for and pay the cost of the complete and satisfactory removal of the "temporary" electric service and the restoration, replacement, or rearrangement of all property and facilities destroyed or disturbed as a result of providing the temporary service.
PART 3.00 – EXECUTION: 3.01 INSTALLATION OF WORK: A.
Examine the site and all drawings before proceeding with the layout and installation of this work.
B.
Arrange the work essentially as shown, exact layout to be made on the job to suit actual conditions. Confer and cooperate with other trades on the job so all work will be installed in proper relationship. Precise location of parts to coordinate with other work is the responsibility of the Contractor.
C. Arrange for required sleeves and openings. Contractor is liable for cutting or patching made necessary by his failure to make proper arrangements in this respect. D. Install all work in a neat and workmanlike manner, using only workmen thoroughly qualified in the trade or duties they are to perform. Rough work will be rejected. E.
Provide a full time superintendent who shall oversee and coordinate the work with other trades, receive instruction from the Architect and make proper layout of the work to suit the job conditions and to satisfy the general requirements of the contract.
3.02 PROTECTION OF WORK: A.
Protect electrical work and equipment until finally tested, inspected and accepted. Protect this work against theft, injury or damage and carefully store material and equipment received on the
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site and not immediately installed. 3.03 ACCESSIBILITY OF INSTALLATION: A.
Regardless of locations shown on the drawings, the Contractor shall not install any equipment requiring inspection or maintenance in inaccessible locations. Where locations shown will be or will become inaccessible, the Contractor shall notify Engineer prior to installation.
3.04 FINAL INSPECTION AND TESTS: A.
Final inspections and tests shall be performed in the presence of the Owner or his authorized representative. The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment required. Before final payment, the Contractor shall deliver to the Owner all certificates of compliance with regulations of the local inspection authority.
B.
The tests shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Owner as follows: 1. That all circuits are properly connected in accordance with applicable wiring devices. 2. Any defects shall be repaired at once.
END OF SECTION
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PART 1.00 – GENERAL: 1.01 DESCRIPTION: A.
This section includes all labor, tools, materials, equipment, and services required for and reasonably incidental to the execution of all electrical work shown on the drawings and/or specified herein. All work required by this section shall be subjected to the Terms and Conditions of the Contract and the General and Special Conditions of the Contract and the General and Special Conditions specified for the project.
B.
The subdivision of the specifications into sections is for the purpose of simplification alone and is not intended to designate the extent of work of any subcontractor or trade. The responsibility for the segregation of the work of the various trades shall rest with the General Contractor. Each Contractor shall be responsible for a thorough understanding of the General Conditions, General Instructions and the extent to which the same affects his work.
1.02 REGULATIONS: A.
The latest effective publications of the following codes, standards, etc., as applicable, shall form a part of the specification, as if written herein, and shall form the basis for minimum requirements. The maximum requirements shall not relieve the Contractor from providing a high grade of materials and workmanship where specified herein. Where local codes and regulations have requirements in excess of those shown on the drawings or specified, the local requirements shall be provided by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Owner. After completion of work, the Electrical Contractor shall furnish to the Owner a certificate of final inspection. The Electrical Contractor shall bear the cost of all necessary inspection fees. 1. The Local Electrical Code 2. The National Electrical Code 3. The Local Building Code 4. The Life Safety Code 5. Rules and regulations of the Potomac Electric Power Co. 6. Rules and regulations of Verizon Telephone Co. 7. Rules and regulations of Comcast Co. 8. The Americans With Disabilities Act.
B.
All work shall comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. If any work does not meet these requirements it shall be brought to the Architect's attention prior to ordering or fabrication.
1.03 SUBSTITUTIONS: A.
References to equipment and materials of specified manufacturer in the plans and specifications are made solely for the convenience of the bidding Contractors in order to explicitly describe the nature of the equipment and quality of materials desired. It is not intended that this be construed
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as a proprietary specification. B.
Equipment of other manufacturers will be considered provided that the equipment or material offered are of equivalent quality, construction and meet or exceed the performance requirements as set forth for the equipment or materials specified.
C. Shop drawings submitted for each item offered as a substitute shall be clearly marked and contain all information necessary for evaluation and comparison with the equipment specified. D. The Contractor offering substitute equipment shall be responsible for all changes necessitated by the use of the substitute equipment, if accepted. This responsibility shall include, but not be limited to, weight, space requirements, electrical services, branch circuit and overcurrent protection and compatibility for the general design criteria of the project work. E.
All equipment, appurtenances, and materials, furnished by the Contractor shall be compatible so that all components, when installed as a unit in the system, will function harmoniously and efficiently.
1.04 SCOPE: A.
The Contractor shall provide all labor and materials required for complete installation of all electrical work as specified and shown on the drawings. All work shall be subject to the Engineer's review and acceptance.
B.
Work Included - The work included under this section of the specifications, in general, shall consist of the following list of items. This list shall not be considered as a complete list of all the work to be included. Items not listed herein, which are otherwise specified or shown on the drawings, shall be included as required for complete electrical installation. 1. Permits and certificates. 2. Switchboards and distribution equipment. 3. Switches, modular metering equipment and loadcenters, devices and all other electrical materials, equipment and apparatus. 4. Lighting fixtures and lamps as called for on the contract drawings. 5. Fire alarm, security, access control, door entry and other systems specified. 6. Emergency generator and automatic transfer switches. 7. Work specified under other sections of the specifications which is to be included under this section.
C. Other Specification Sections - The Contractor shall examine other sections of the specifications in order to determine the extent of other work required to be completed under this section. Failure to do so will not relieve the Contractor of responsibility to perform all work for a complete and satisfactory installation. 1. All conduit and wiring shown on the Electrical Drawings or specified in this section to be provided for electrical apparatus being furnished by other sections will be included under this section of the specifications. 2. All conduit and wiring not shown on the Electrical Drawings nor specified in this section for electrical apparatus being furnished by other sections will be included under the Section "Furnishing and Apparatus" unless otherwise specified therein. 3. All conduit and wiring not shown on the Electrical Drawings nor specified in this section for The Galaxy Apartments & Garage Mendoza, Ribas, Farinas + Associates
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4.
5.
washers, dryers, unit heaters, etc. being furnished by other sections will be included. Refer to “House” panel schedules for additional information. All conduit and wiring not shown on the Electrical Drawings or specified in this section but required to provide power wiring to mechanical equipment such as small motors, to plumbing items such as small circulating pumps, etc. shall be provided complete to provide a fully operational system. Contractor shall fully coordinate all such requirements with other trades prior to commencement of work. When required, the Contractor shall handle and install all electrical apparatus being furnished under other sections of the specifications by others.
1.05 DELIVERY AND STORAGE: A.
All materials and equipment shall be delivered in manufacturer's original packages with seals unbroken, and with manufacturer's name and contents legibly marked thereon. Store materials off the ground, under cover, and protected from the weather and construction.
1.06 RECORD DRAWINGS: A.
As work progresses, Electrical Contractor shall record on one set of Contract Electrical Drawings all changes from the installation originally indicated.
PART 2.00 – PRODUCTS: 2.01 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP: A.
Electrical equipment and apparatus furnished for the project shall be new and shall be listed by the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Defective materials or materials damaged during their installation, inspection, or tests shall be replaced or repaired subject to the Engineer's review.
B.
Drawings - The drawings indicate the general extent and arrangement of the installation requirements only; the installation shall conform to all applicable code requirements and field conditions. Changes required to meet above shall be made at no additional cost to the Owner. Work indicated or specified, but having details obviously omitted or not shown, shall be provided complete in order to perform the function intended.
C. Installation - In general, all raceway and wiring systems, conduits, etc., shall be installed concealed unless otherwise indicated or specified. All work shall be performed in a workmanlike manner subject to the Engineer's review. D. Interference - The Contractor shall coordinate the electrical installation with the installation of the work of other trades involved in the project. In the event of interference requiring work to be relocated, work shall be performed subject to the Engineer's review and at no additional cost to the Owner. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to coordinate the work prior to installation in order to avoid possible interferences. In the event of disagreement between different trades, such matters shall be referred to the Engineer for interpretation of design intent, and his decision shall be final and binding on all parties.
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E.
Samples - When requested by the Engineer or specified herein, samples of any item of electrical materials shall be submitted for examination and review. All costs involved shall be at the expense of the Contractor. Approved samples may be installed in the project or returned to the supplier at the Contractor's option. Samples which do not conform to the design intent will be returned to the Contractor.
F.
Defacement or Damage to Equipment - All necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent damage to the work of others. In the event damage is caused, the Contractor shall be responsible for the repair or replacement of the damaged parts to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Manufacturer's nameplates, equipment rating plates, and other approved identification material will be permitted to be installed on equipment.
G. Roughing-In - All necessary dimensions and information covering the electrical work required for the installation of equipment furnished under other sections of the specifications shall be obtained from the trade furnishing the equipment. Failure to obtain this information will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for the correct location and type of electrical work required. H. Submittals - Submit in accordance with the General Conditions the following items: 1. Switchboards and Distribution Equipment 2. Switches 3. Modular Metering Equipment and Loadcenters 4. Devices 5. Fire Alarm Systems 6. Light Fixtures 7. Security System 8. Door Entry System 9. Access Control System 10. Emergency Generator and Automatic Transfer Switches I.
See coordination drawing requirements.
2.02 ELECTRICAL WORK FOR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT: A.
The Contractor shall verify the ratings of motors furnished under the Mechanical Section of the Specifications to ascertain that branch circuits and electrical equipment furnished are of the proper capacity; if revisions are required, they shall be made at no additional cost to the Owner.
2.03 ELECTRICAL SERVICE: A.
New electrical services shall be 120/208 volt, 3-phase, 4-wire and 480/277 volt, 3-phase, 4-wire as indicated on the drawings. The Contractor shall furnish and install all flashing and water tight sleeves as required for electric service penetrating building walls and shall assume responsibility for water tight installation of electric services. In addition, contractor shall provide all other accessories such as service wireway, etc. as may be required by local Electric Power Company to provide electrical service.
B.
Contractor shall coordinate all secondary requirements with the utility design engineer to provide
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a complete system. C. This Contractor shall verify the complete service installation with the power company. The entire installation shall be in strict accordance with the rules and regulations of the power company. D. All charges made by the Power Company for their part of the service installation will be billed directly to the Owner and paid for by the Owner. 2.04 TEMPORARY ELECTRICAL SERVICE: A.
Provide a temporary electrical service with sufficient number of circuits to provide illumination and all other necessary power for construction tools, etc. All temporary electrical service shall be removed in its entirety at the completion of the contract requirements.
B.
This Contractor shall cooperate with others so that such permanent feeders and circuits are installed when required to test and operate permanent equipment prior to substantial completion.
C. The Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for and pay the cost of the complete and satisfactory removal of the "temporary" electric service and the restoration, replacement, or rearrangement of all property and facilities destroyed or disturbed as a result of providing the temporary service.
PART 3.00 – EXECUTION: 3.01 INSTALLATION OF WORK: A.
Examine the site and all drawings before proceeding with the layout and installation of this work.
B.
Arrange the work essentially as shown, exact layout to be made on the job to suit actual conditions. Confer and cooperate with other trades on the job so all work will be installed in proper relationship. Precise location of parts to coordinate with other work is the responsibility of the Contractor.
C. Arrange for required sleeves and openings. Contractor is liable for cutting or patching made necessary by his failure to make proper arrangements in this respect. D. Install all work in a neat and workmanlike manner, using only workmen thoroughly qualified in the trade or duties they are to perform. Rough work will be rejected. E.
Provide a full time superintendent who shall oversee and coordinate the work with other trades, receive instruction from the Architect and make proper layout of the work to suit the job conditions and to satisfy the general requirements of the contract.
3.02 PROTECTION OF WORK: A.
Protect electrical work and equipment until finally tested, inspected and accepted. Protect this work against theft, injury or damage and carefully store material and equipment received on the
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site and not immediately installed. 3.03 ACCESSIBILITY OF INSTALLATION: A.
Regardless of locations shown on the drawings, the Contractor shall not install any equipment requiring inspection or maintenance in inaccessible locations. Where locations shown will be or will become inaccessible, the Contractor shall notify Engineer prior to installation.
3.04 FINAL INSPECTION AND TESTS: A.
Final inspections and tests shall be performed in the presence of the Owner or his authorized representative. The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment required. Before final payment, the Contractor shall deliver to the Owner all certificates of compliance with regulations of the local inspection authority.
B.
The tests shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Owner as follows: 1. That all circuits are properly connected in accordance with applicable wiring devices. 2. Any defects shall be repaired at once.
END OF SECTION
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