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CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

AND DRAWINGS

Demolish VASI/Install PAPI Runway 13/31


at
Cheyenne Regional Airport/Jerry Olson Field (KCYS)
in
Cheyenne, WY
August 1, 2016

Prepared by: FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION


AIR TRAFFIC ORGANIZATION
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS UNIT
WESTERN SERVICE AREA
ENGINEERING SERVICES
NAVAIDS ENGINEERING CENTER - SEATTLE
TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS


01100 SUMMARY OF WORK

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

02200 SITE PREPARATION


02300 EARTHWORK
02400 TUNNELING, BORING, AND JACKING
02450 STEEL HELICAL PIERS
02730 AGGREGATE SURFACING
02740 FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT
02930 SEEDING

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

03100 CONCRETE FORMWORK


03200 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT
03300 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13100 LIGHTNING PROTECTION

DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL
16050 BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS
16100 ELECTRICAL WORK
16950 ELECTRICAL TESTING

ATTACHMENTS:
AIRPORT GROUND VEHICLE OPERATIONS GUIDE
CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS
TRDR FORMS
Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) Form
SUBMITTAL LOG
SECTION 01010
SUMMARY OF WORK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK
1.1.1 PAPI LHAs
1.1.2 PAPI Power and Control Stations
1.1.3 Power and Control for the PAPI LHAs
1.1.4 Incoming Power for the RWY 31 PAPI
1.1.5 RWY 31 PAPI Power Rack
1.1.6 Access Roads and Gravel Surfacing
1.1.7 General Site Work
1.1.8 Removal of VASI Systems
1.1.9 REIL Rack

1.2 REFERENCES

1.3 DRAWINGS
1.3.1 Construction Drawings Provided
1.3.2 As-Built Drawings

1.4 SUBMITTALS
1.4.1 Material
1.4.2 Schedule
1.4.3 Schedule of Values
1.4.4 Safety Plan
1.4.5 Work Plan
1.4.6 Testing

PRODUCTS
2.1 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIAL
2.1.1 Inventory and Inspection of GFM

2.2 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED MATERIAL

2.3 MATERIAL
2.3.1 External Hardware
2.3.2 Galvanized Rigid Metal Conduit (GRMC)
2.3.3 Anti-oxidant compound
2.3.4 Asbestos Free Material
EXECUTION
3.1 SCHEDULES
3.1.1 Work Schedule
3.1.2 Construction Schedule
3.1.3 Weekly Look Ahead Work Schedule
3.1.4 Deviation from Work Schedule
3.1.5 Daily Construction Log

3.2 PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

3.3 LAYOUT

3.4 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS


3.4.1 Special Precautions
3.4.2 Safety Requirements
3.4.2.1 Runway Safety and Object Free Areas
3.4.2.2 Approach Surface
3.4.2.3 Construction Vehicle Traffic
3.4.2.4 Unauthorized Structures
3.4.2.5 Hazard Marking
3.4.2.6 Safety Plan
3.4.3 Radio Communications
3.4.4 Work Limitations
3.4.4.1 Trenches, Holes, and Excavations
3.4.4.2 Displaced/Relocated Threshold
3.4.5 Work Plan

3.5 PROTECTION OF EXISTING UTILITIES AND CABLES

3.6 INSTALLATION AND WORKMANSHIP

3.7 TEMPORARY FACILITIES


3.7.1 Temporary Water
3.7.2 Temporary Toilets and Sanitation

3.8 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

3.9 SAFETY
3.9.1 Safety Plan Compliance Document (SPCD)

3.10 SEDIMENTATION, EROSION, DUST CONTROL, SPCC AND SWPPP

3.11 DEBRIS CONTROL AND CLEAN-UP

3.12 INSPECTION & ACCEPTANCE


SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

The work covered under this specification includes the installation of two Precision
Approach Path Indicators (PAPIs) to serve Runways 13 & 31 at Cheyenne Regional
Airport/Jerry Olson Field (KCYS) in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This contract will also
require the complete demolition of the Runway 13 & 31 VASIs. Careful coordination
with the FAA is required for the demolition of the VASIs.

Work in an active RSA will be required to complete this project. The Contractor should
plan for this accordingly.

The Cheyenne Regional Airport Board owns and operates Cheyenne Regional Airport.
The contractor will be responsible for following all rules and regulations as dictated by
the Airport Board. Any staging areas and access routes will be approved by the Airport in
advance of construction. The contractor shall protect in place all existing airport facilities,
including but not limited to; subdrains, inlets, edge light circuits, storm sewer lines, and
telco lines. Any damage done to airport facilities shall be repaired at the contractors
expense.

The contractor is required to furnish all labor, materials (except Government furnished),
services, equipment, insurance, bonds, security notifications, licenses, permits, and fees in
accordance with applicable federal, state and local regulatory requirements to complete the
specified work. Any miscellaneous labor, equipment and/or materials not specifically
detailed or specified, but required to complete the project, shall be provided as an integral
part of the work.

The dimensions, measurements, and quantity of materials listed in this specification and
on the construction drawings are estimated and are presented to give the contractor an
idea of the total scope of work. The contractor is strongly encouraged to make a site visit
to verify the existing conditions, quantities of materials, and amount of work required.
The contractor is responsible for assuring that the bid reflects all work required to
accomplish this project. The contractor shall coordinate any site visits with the FAA
Project Engineer, Austin Mixsell, at (425) 227-2367.

1.1.1 PAPI LHAs

The contractor shall install four Light Housing Assembly (LHA) units for each
runway approach (a total of eight LHA units) as indicated on the construction

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drawings. Work includes but is not limited to: Installation of the LHA foundations,
installation of helical piers, associated grounding, and installation of the LHA
equipment.

1.1.2 PAPI Power and Control Stations

The contractor shall install two PAPI power and control (P/C) stations as indicated on the
construction drawings. Work includes but is not limited to: Installation of the
foundations, helical piers, associated grounding, and installation of the power and control
(P/C) racks and equipment.

1.1.3 Power and Control for the PAPI LHAs

The contractor shall install the power and control for the PAPI LHAs as indicated on the
construction drawings. Work includes but is not limited to: Installation of the pull box
near the PAPI P/C stations, installation of power & control conduits and conductors
between the P/C stations and their respective LHAs and terminating conductors at the
LHAs and PCAs.

1.1.4 Incoming Power for the RWY 31 PAPI

The contractor shall install the power from the PAPI Power Rack to the PAPI PCA as
indicated on the construction drawings. Work includes but is not limited to: Installation
of conduit and conductors between, and terminating conductors at, the PAPI Power Rack
and PAPI PCA.

1.1.5 RWY 31 PAPI Power Rack

The contractor shall demolish and rebuild the existing PAPI Power Rack as indicated on
the construction drawings. Work includes but is not limited to: Demolishing the rack,
installation of the foundations, constructing a unistrut rack, associated grounding, and
installation of electrical equipment.

1.1.6 Access Roads and Gravel Surfacing

The contractor shall install an asphaltic concrete access road to the RWY 31 PAPI and a
gravel access road to the RWY 13 PAPI as indicated on the construction drawings. The
contractor shall also place crushed rock surfacing around the LHAs, PCA, and REIL
Rack as shown on the construction drawings. The asphaltic concrete shall be a min. of 3
inches thick over a compacted crushed rock subgrade of 6 inches or as indicated on the
construction drawings. Compaction of crushed rock shall be to a minimum of 95% of
max. dry density as determined by AASHTO-T99. Asphalt shall meet state highway
specifications for asphalt road surfaces.

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1.1.7 General Site Work

The contractor shall perform the general site work as indicated on construction drawings.
This includes repairing and reseeding any areas damaged during construction. Work
includes but is not limited to: Grading and excavation as necessary and general site
restoration.

1.1.8 Removal of Existing VASI System

The contractor shall preform all work related to removing the current VASI systems. This
includes, but is not limited to, removing the existing VASI power and removing the
VASI LHAs. The incoming power cables, current disconnect switches, concrete
foundations and control boxes shall be removed as shown on the construction drawings.
The VASI boxes shall be carefully removed so as not to damage any of the components
and will then be either moved by the contractor to a location specified by the FAA project
engineer or disposed of at the contractors expense. The area around the VASI boxes
shall be graded to a level grade. Any ground disturbed by the demolition process shall be
returned to its original state after removal of the VASI. Trenches and excavations will be
backfilled, compacted and reseeded. Any wires not removed will be terminated and
applicable panel schedules will be updated to reflect these changes.

1.1.9 REIL Rack

The contractor shall make modifications to the existing REIL Rack as indicated on the
construction drawings. Work includes but is not limited to: Installation of electrical
equipment, cable terminations and associated grounding.

1.2 REFERENCES

THE REFERENCED DOCUMENTS ARE EXTREMELY IMPORTANT AS


THEY PROVIDE INFORMATION FOR FAA EQUIPMENT INSTALLATIONS
AND CONSTRUCTION WHICH ARE MORE STRINGENT THAN LOCAL
AND NATIONAL CODES. MAKE SURE TO TAKE NOTE OF THE
REQUIREMENTS IN THESE DOCUMENTS.

Airport Ground Vehicle Operations Guide available from:

http://www.faa.gov/airports/airport_safety/call_to_action/media/airport_ground_vehicle_guide.pdf

FAA-C-1217G Specification for Interior Electrical Work


FAA-C-1391D Specification for Underground Cables
FAA-STD-019E Lightning protection, grounding and bonding

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1.3 DRAWINGS

Callouts on the construction drawings indicate work to be done under this contract unless
specifically noted "installed by others" or "existing". Callouts indicating work to be done
do not always include the word "install".

1.3.1 Construction Drawings Provided

Drawings applicable to this project are listed below. The written scale (e.g. 1=100) is
only valid for FAA D - size drawings (22x34) and may be slightly off due to
variations in printing. On reduced size drawings, the bar scales (where shown) and
written dimensions remain valid.

CYS-D-PAPI-G001 COVER SHEET


CYS-D-PAPI-G002 ABBREVIATIONS, SYMBOLS AND INDEX
CYS-D-PAPI-G003 GENERAL SITE PLAN

CYS-D-PAPI13-D001 VASI DEMOLITION PLAN

CYS-D-PAPI13-C001 PAPI SITE PLAN


CYS-D-PAPI13-C002 PAPI LAYOUT PLAN
CYS-D-PAPI13-C003 LIGHT HOUSING ASSEMBLY (LHA)
CYS-D-PAPI13-C004 POWER AND CONTROL STATION
CYS-D-PAPI13-C005 FOUNDATION DETAILS
CYS-D-PAPI13-C006 GENERAL SITE DETAILS
CYS -D-PAPI13-C007 PAPI POWER RACK

CYS-D-PAPI13-E001 WIRING DIAGRAM


CYS -D-PAPI13-E002 ELECTRICAL ONE-LINE DIAGRAM

CYS-D-REIL13-C003 REIL POWER AND CONTROL STATION

CYS -D-PAPI31-D001 VASI DEMOLITION PLAN

CYS -D-PAPI31-C001 PAPI SITE PLAN


CYS -D-PAPI31-C002 PAPI LAYOUT PLAN
CYS -D-PAPI31-C003 LIGHT HOUSING ASSEMBLY (LHA)
CYS -D-PAPI31-C004 POWER AND CONTROL STATION
CYS -D-PAPI31-C005 FOUNDATION DETAILS
CYS -D-PAPI31-C006 GENERAL SITE DETAILS
CYS -D-PAPI31-C007 PAPI POWER RACK

CYS -D-PAPI31-E001 WIRING DIAGRAM


CYS -D-PAPI31-E002 ELECTRICAL ONE-LINE DIAGRAM

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1.3.2 As-Built Drawings

The contractor shall provide three complete sets of As-Built drawings to the FAA Project
Engineer at the end of the project. The following color codes shall be used:

Green - to indicated new or changed information


Red - to indicated deletions
Blue - to indicate notes to the draftsman

Any additional diagrams and/or schematics that would be helpful for the maintenance of
the facility should also be included.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

1.4.1 Material

The contractor shall submit for approval; catalog data, cut-sheets, samples, and any other
relevant information on the contractor furnished material to be used on this project. Two
copies of the submittal package shall be given to the FAA Project Engineer for approval.
Submittals on materials shall include, but are not limited to:

- Coated galvanized ridged steel conduit.


- Cement concrete material.
- Geotextile fabric.
- Aggregate material.
- Asphalt material.
- Contractor furnished hardware.
- Contractor furnished electrical fittings and components.
- Contractor furnished cable and wire.
- Labels
- Construction Schedule
- Safety Plan
- Hand Holes
- Electrical Equipment
- Rebar Mill Certificate
- Additional items deemed necessary by the Project Engineer.

See attached submittal log for a complete list of required submittals.

1.4.2 Schedule

CONSTRUCTION IS TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT SEPTEMBER 1st 2017. Prior to


start, the contractor shall submit a schedule and work plan to the Project Engineer for
approval. See section 3.1.2 for the maximum time allowed to complete this project. The
schedule shall show start dates, duration, and finish dates for each work activity.
Activities shall include, but are not limited to:

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Site layout.
PAPI LHAs
PAPI Power and Control Stations
Power and Control for the PAPIs
Incoming Power Services (PAPIs & REIL)
Access Roads and Gravel Surfacing
General Site Work
Removal of Existing VASI Systems
Inspection, cleanup and testing.

Delineate the runway applicable to the facility for each item on the schedule. The FAA
reserves the right to modify the contractors sequence of activities in the interest of
facility operation and airport safety.

1.4.3 Schedule of Values

The contractors proposal shall include a schedule of values, showing at a minimum, a


breakdown of cost for each work activity listed in the work schedule below. Cost for
each item should include any profit and overhead.

Site layout. $. .
RWY 13 PAPI Installation $. .
RWY 13 Access Road and Surfacing $. .
RWY 13 REIL Rack Modifications $. .
RWY 13 PAPI Power Rack $. .
RWY 13 VASI Demolition $. .
RWY 31 PAPI Installation $. .
RWY 31 Access Road and Surfacing $. .
RWY 31 PAPI Incoming Power $. .
RWY 31 PAPI Power Rack $. .
RWY 31 VASI Demolition $. .
General Site Work $. .
Inspection, cleanup and testing $. .

TOTAL PROJECT COST $. .

1.4.4 Safety Plan

The contractor shall submit a safety plan per paragraph 3.4.2.6 of this section.

1.4.5 Work Plan

The contractor shall submit a work plan per paragraph 3.4.5 of this section.

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1.4.6 Testing

The contractor shall complete, at his own expense, all testing as required by these
specifications. The results shall be submitted to the FAA Project Engineer. Required
testing includes, but is not limited to, the following:

- Cable insulation resistance test (see FAA-C-1217f, 5.3.4 and FAA-C-1391d,


3.3.6 and 5.9)
- Earth resistance test (see FAA-C-1217f, 5.3.6 and Section 13100.3.17.1 of this
document).
- All Required Concrete Testing (performed by an independent testing
company).
- Soil Compaction Testing (performed by an independent testing company).
- All Required A/C Pavement Testing (performed by an independent testing
company).

The contractor shall completely complete the attached FAA TRDR forms.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Reference herein or in the construction drawings to any specific commercial product,


process, or service, any trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not
necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the
Federal Aviation Administration. The contractor may submit a request for substitution of
a product, process, or service specifically called out. Such request shall be through the
submittal process.

2.1 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIAL

Government furnished material (GFM) for this project is listed as follows:

QTY ITEM

8 ea. Lamp Housing Assembly (LHA), FA-24000/1

2 ea. Power and Control Assembly (PCA), FA-24000/2

2 ea. Aiming Instrument Set, FA-24000/3

2 ea. TI 6850.105 (Instruction Book)

2 ea. A/G Radio Controller RC 1T5A

2 ea. Ground/Ground Decoder Panel (DP) FA-10266/10

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2 ea. Remote Radio Control Interface Unit (IFU) FA-16100

2 ea. Ground/Ground Receiver (G/G) FA-10266/9

Note: The contractor shall contact the project engineer to coordinate delivery time,
location and storage of all government furnished equipment. Contact Austin Mixsell,
FAA Project Engineer, at 425-227-2367 for coordination. The Contractor is responsible
for the loading, transportation, and unloading of material.

2.1.1 Inventory and Inspection of GFM

The contractor shall sign a copy of the Government furnished material (GFM) list
acknowledging receipt of the furnished material, noting any discrepancies if necessary.
When the contractor signs for custody, he acknowledges receipt in good condition and
assumes responsibility for any subsequent loss or damage. The contractor shall return all
GFM that is not installed to the location where the material was picked up.

2.2 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED MATERIAL

The contractor shall furnish all material that is required and not otherwise indicated to be
Government furnished. Materials furnished by the contractor shall be new, the standard
products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such materials, and of
the manufacturers latest designs that comply with the specification requirements.

The contractor is responsible for making their own arraignments for material delivery and
receiving. The contractor shall not have any material delivered to any FAA offices.
Delivery to the Airport address shall only be done with the prior approval of the airport
management.

The list of contractor furnished material includes, but is not limited to:

- 4x 4 x 4deep H-20 rated Pull Boxs, as required

- Concrete, re-bar, anchor bolts, cable markers, etc.

- Power, control, and grounding cable, as required.

- Ground rods, #1/0 bare copper guard wire, #4/0 bare copper pig tails, exothermic
welds and misc. hardware for grounding system.

- Geotextile fabric, as required.

- Aggregate material / crushed rock, as required.

- Coated galvanized rigid metal conduit, EMT, HDPE and PVC conduit as required.

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- Electrical fittings and components, as required.

- Misc. hardware and Unistrut, as required.

- Labels for electrical components, cables, pull boxs, etc.

- Heavy duty safety switches (with fuses).

- Floor flanges and frangible couplings, as required

- 30 x 24 x 12 NEMA 4X Junction Boxes

- Surge Protection Devices (SPDs)

- NEMA 3R meter bases

2.3 MATERIAL

2.3.1 External Hardware

All external hardware shall be hot dipped galvanized, stainless steel, or approved for long
term outdoor use. All cut edges shall be filed smooth and treated with a cold galvanizing
compound.

2.3.2 Galvanized Rigid Metal Conduit (GRMC)

All galvanized rigid metal conduit (GRMC) installed below slab, on grade, or
underground shall be coated. GRMC shall conform to Steel Structures Painting Council
Standard, SSPC-PS 10.01), or be field wrapped with 0.01 inch thick pipe wrapping
plastic tape applied with 50% overlap. Fittings used underground shall be protected by
field wrapping as specified herein for conduit.

2.3.3 Anti-oxidant compound

Use an anti-oxidant compound on all external threads, insertions, and connections.

2.3.4 Asbestos Free Material

The Contractor shall not use any asbestos containing material (ACM) at any time during
the construction. The Contractor shall verify that all material, including those supplied
by third parties, are asbestos free materials. A written certification letter shall be
provided by the Contractor to the FAA certifying that the finished work is asbestos free.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULES

3.1.1 Work schedule

Some work may require operating within the Runway Safety Area. The contractor must
plan for night only construction for all construction work which will occur within 150 of
the runway centerline and 600 of the runway threshold unless prior approval from the
FAA and airport is obtained by the contractor. This work includes the installation of the
PAPI LHAs and PAPI power and communications lines.

In general all work shall be performed during the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday except RSA work. No work shall be performed outside these
hours or scheduled on Saturdays, Sundays or legal holidays without prior approval from
the FAA Project Engineer.

The contractor shall furnish the Resident Engineer with emergency (24 hour) contact
phone numbers for the contractors superintendent and an alternate individual. Such
numbers will be used if the contractor needs to be contacted outside of normal working
hours

3.1.2 Construction Schedule

All work shall be completed within 30 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

3.1.3 Weekly Look Ahead Work Schedule

On a weekly basis, the contractor shall submit a schedule showing activities desired to be
performed during the upcoming week. These work activities shall be approved by the
FAA Project Engineer.

3.1.4 Deviation from Work Schedule

The Airport Manager and the FAA Project Engineer reserve the right to suspend or stop
construction as necessary for the safety of aircraft or airport property. In addition, the
FAA may adjust the work hours to satisfy the facility operations.

3.1.5 Daily Construction Log

The Contractor shall keep a Daily Construction Log. At a minimum, the daily log shall
contain:
Items accomplished for that day.
Start and stop time of work.
Name of workers (including sub-contractors), and hours they worked for that day.

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Weather (including sky, ground moisture conditions, and temperature).
Material received.
Documental photographs showing the progress of work, and as required.

The Daily Construction Logs shall be turned over to the FAA Project Engineer on a
weekly basis.

3.2 PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

Prior to the start of any work and the contractor's access to the work site, the contractor
shall be required to attend a pre-construction meeting. Attendees at the meeting may
include, but are not limited to, the FAA Project Engineer, Resident Engineer, FAA
Contracting Officer, the Airport Manager, Airport Operations, FAA maintenance, and
other interested parties as determined by the Project Engineer. Topics at the meeting will
include; site access, airport security, work safety, work schedule, project expectations,
work procedures, emergency plans, and other items relating to the execution of the
project.

3.3 LAYOUT

The contractor shall field verify the measurements and coordinates indicated on the
drawings with the FAA Project Engineer before starting any layout. The contractor shall
lay out his work from base lines and bench marks indicated on the drawings and shall be
responsible for all measurements in connection therewith. The contractor shall furnish, at
his own expense, all stakes, templates, platforms, equipment, tools, materials and labor as
may be required in laying out any part of the work. All layout work shall be
accomplished by a Professional Land Surveyor. The contractor is to properly maintain
the specified layouts to assure proper alignment of the construction. Roads indicated to
be installed under this contract shall be laid out and clearly marked at the beginning of
the project and used as access roads during construction so as to minimize the disturbance
to the surrounding areas.

3.4 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

3.4.1 Special Precautions

The contractor shall conform to the rules and regulations of the airport and shall
coordinate all work with the FAA Project Engineer.

Note: Unscheduled interruptions of the electrical service to FAA facilities may cause
aircraft accidents and loss of life. Work requiring a temporary or permanent de-
energization of equipment shall be scheduled in writing with the FAA Project Engineer
and the onsite FAA maintenance personnel. Only onsite FAA maintenance personnel are
authorized to energize/de-energize equipment, or to operate a circuit breaker, switch, or
fuse in an FAA facility.

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3.4.2 Safety Requirements

Aviation Safety is the primary consideration during airport construction. The Contractor
is completely responsible for complying with the Airports safety and operation
procedures, as dictated by the Airport.

During the performance of this contract, the airport runways, taxiways, and aircraft
parking aprons shall remain in use by aircraft to the maximum extent possible,
CONSISTENT WITH CONTINUAL SAFETY. The contractor shall not allow
employees, subcontractors, suppliers, or any other unauthorized person to enter or remain
in any airport area which would be hazardous to persons or to aircraft operations.

3.4.2.1 Runway Safety and Object Free Areas

The Runway Safety Area (RSA) for Runway 13-31 at Cheyenne Regional Airport is a
rectangular area extending 150 ft. on each side of the runway centerline and 600 ft.
beyond (downwind) the end of the runway threshold.

Prior to commencement of work, the contractor shall delineate the boundaries of the
safety area with 3/8" x 1 1/2" x 4' long pointed lath (survey sticks) and bright orange
flagging.

The contractor shall not be allowed into the Runway Safety Area without prior approval
from the FAA Project Engineer and the Airport Manager. In general, no workers or
equipment shall be allowed inside the safety area when aircraft are using the runway.
Work to be done inside the safety area shall be scheduled and closely coordinated with
the FAA Project Engineer and the Airport manager.

The contractor shall not be allowed to place vehicles and/or equipment inside the
Runway Object Free Area (OFA) without the approval of the FAA Project Engineer. The
Runway Object Free Areas (OFA) for Runway 13-31 at Cheyenne Regional Airport is a
rectangular area extending 400 ft on each side of the runway centerline and 1000 ft.
beyond (downwind) the end of the runway threshold.

In addition to the restrictions of working in the Runway Safety area and Object Free
Area, the Airport Manager and/or the FAA Project Engineer may impose more restrictive
requirements as needed to maintain airport safety.

3.4.2.2 Approach Surface

No vehicles or equipment shall be permitted to penetrate an approach surface (extended


along the runway centerline) of 20:1 for visual runways, 34:1 for runways with a non-
precision approach, or 50:1 for runways with an operational ILS. The approach surface
begins at the runway threshold centerline elevation and starts 200 ft downwind from the
threshold (or from the location of the Displaced/Relocated threshold).

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3.4.2.3 Construction Vehicle Traffic

The contractors' vehicles and equipment shall enter the work site and construction areas
at approved locations, and by way of authorized routes. The use of runways, aprons,
taxiways, ramps, will not be permitted unless specifically approved by the FAA Project
Engineer and the Airport Manager. The contractor shall inform all personnel that aircraft
have the right-of-way at all times. The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining
control and security at each entry point, as approved.

As a minimum, all vehicles and motorized equipment that enter the Airport Operations
Area (AOA) shall be marked per AC 150/5210-5B (or latest version). In general, all
vehicles and motorized equipment inside the AOA shall be marked with a three foot by
three foot flag with international orange and white 12 inch squares displayed in full view
above the vehicles. At night, or during periods of low visibility, all vehicles and
equipment operating in the AOA shall be identified with an approved yellow flashing
beacon.

In addition, no personnel will be permitted to drive on the AOA unless he/she has read,
and certified that he/she has read, A Guide to Ground Vehicle Operations on an Airport
(DOT/FAA/AS-90-3). A copy of this document is attached at the end of this
specification.

THE AIRPORT AND/OR THE FAA MAY HAVE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS


FOR VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT, AND PERSONNEL OPERATING INSIDE THE
AOA.

3.4.2.4 Unauthorized Structures

The contractor shall install no fences or other physical obstructions on or around the
project work area without the approval of FAA Project Engineer.

3.4.2.5 Hazard Marking

The contractor shall furnish and use barricades, flashers, flags, traffic cones, signs, etc.,
for the following:

- To prevent aircraft from taxiing onto a closed runway, taxiway or apron.

- To outline construction/maintenance areas.

- To identify isolated hazard areas such as open manholes, ditches,


potholes, waste areas, etc.

- To identify FAA and Airport facilities, cables, power lines, ILS Critical areas,
and other sensitive areas, in order to prevent damage, interference and facility
shutdown.
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All hazard markings shall be furnished and setup by the contractor. Barricades inside the
runway safety area shall be lightweight and frangible. For daytime use, barricades should
be supplemented by flags; for night time use, they shall have flashing yellow lights.
Night time barricades shall not penetrate the approach surface. All markings shall be to
the approval of the FAA Project Engineer.

3.4.2.6 Safety Plan

Prior to commencement of work, the contractor shall submit a safety plan for approval by
the Project Engineer. An acceptable safety plan shall take into account areas discussed in
Appendix 1 of AC 150/5370-2C and the Airports rules for construction activity at the
Airport.

3.4.3 Radio Communications

The contractor's superintendent (or someone appointed by the superintendent) shall be


required to monitor a transceiver radio at all times when the contractor is operating inside
the AOA. The transceiver shall be contractor furnished with a frequency range of 118-
136 Mhz and tuned to the local air traffic frequency. Such radios shall be used so that
any unusual occurrence of approaching, departing, taxiing aircraft can be acknowledged
by all concerned parties. The contractor's use of the transceiver radio is basically for
listening purposes, transmitting should be in emergencies only.

3.4.4 Work Limitations

The contractors activities shall be planned and scheduled to minimize disruption of


normal aircraft activities. If the clearances and restrictions described in this section
cannot be maintained while construction is underway (for example, when performing
work that is required inside the runway safety area), action shall be taken to close
runways (or taxiways, or aprons), displace/relocate the runway threshold temporarily (see
3.4.4.2), and/or to perform work at night or during periods of minimal aircraft activity, as
approved.

3.4.4.1 Trenches, Holes, and Excavations

Trenches, holes, and any other type of excavation within the runway safety area are not
allowed without either closing the runway or adequately displacing/relocating the runway
threshold to accommodate the work. If a runway closure or displacement/relocation of
the runway threshold becomes necessary, the contractor shall submit a detailed plan
which must be approved by the Airport and the FAA.

Any excavation left open during runway or taxiway AOA operations shall be covered
with steel plates that will withstand a 100 KSF loading without failing.

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3.4.4.2 Displaced/Relocated Threshold

The contractors work plan shall include provisions for temporarily


Displacing/Relocating the runway threshold if relocating the threshold is deemed
necessary by the FAA project engineer and SSC.

a) Displaced Threshold
A displaced threshold is a runway landing threshold which is located at a point other than
at the physical end of the full strength pavement. A temporary runway threshold
displacement may be used to provide landing aircraft adequate clearance over
construction equipment and other objects adjacent to the runway or in its approaches.
Pavement behind (downwind) a displaced threshold may be used for takeoff, or for
rollout after landing.

Displaced thresholds shall be used during day time operations only. The markings shall
be removed each night.

b) Relocated Threshold
A relocated threshold is a runway landing threshold which is located at a point other than
at the physical end of the full strength pavement. A temporary runway threshold
relocation may be used to provide landing aircraft adequate clearance over construction
equipment and other objects adjacent to the runway or in its approaches. Pavement
behind (downwind) a relocated threshold is not to be used for takeoff or for rollout after
landing.

Relocated thresholds include the installation of temporary stake mounted threshold/end


lights for night operations.

Contractors plan for the threshold Displacement/Relocation must be approved by


the FAA Project Engineer prior to starting any work where the runway safety area
and/or approach surface is affected.
3.4.5 Work Plan

Prior to commencement of work, the contractor shall submit a work plan for approval by
the Project Engineer. An acceptable work plan shall take into account all areas discussed
in section 3.4. At a minimum it will detail the personnel, equipment, and methods by
which the contractor will complete the project.

3.5 PROTECTION OF EXISTING UTILITIES AND CABLES

The existing utility lines, utility structures and all underground cables, as may be shown
on the drawings are approximate and incomplete. Where excavation occurs in the
vicinity of existing utilities or cables, the contractor shall use a private cable locator (at
contractor expense), to locate the existing utilities or cables prior to any excavation. The
contractor shall stake all utility or cable crossings and such areas shall be hand excavated.

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The contractor shall immediately repair any damage done by the contractor or suppliers
to utilities or cable within the work area.

3.6 INSTALLATION AND WORKMANSHIP

All work shall be performed according to the intent of the contract, and normal and
accepted industry and Government standards.

All work shall be accomplished by skilled workers regularly engaged in this type of
work. Where required by local regulations, the workers shall be properly licensed.
Electrical terminations and splices shall be done by a qualified electrician.

The contractor shall give constant attention to the work to facilitate the progress thereof,
and shall cooperate with the Project/Resident Engineer in every way possible. The
contractor shall have a competent superintendent on the work site at all times who is fully
capable of reading and thoroughly understanding the plans and specifications and shall
receive and fulfill instructions from the Project/Resident Engineer.

An initial inspection shall be conducted when a representative sample of work has been
completed. This work shall be approved by the FAA Project Engineer or his
representative, prior to the commencement of additional work.

All conduits shall be completely cleaned prior to installing cable. A flexible mandrel
shall be used to clean out mud, dirt, and debris from the raceways.

Underground conduits shall be installed so that no water can be trapped in the raceway
(water must able to drain out of one end).

All foundations, manholes, vaults, pull box's, equipment racks, buildings, roads, retaining
walls and other above ground structures shall be installed square (perpendicular and
parallel) to the runway centerline, prevailing structure or road as indicated on the
drawings unless specifically indicated to be otherwise. Elevated conduits and structures
(those extending above grade) shall be installed level and plumb. Unless otherwise
indicated, maximum tolerance for vertical plumb ness is 1/8 horizontal for every four
feet vertical. Exposed raceways shall be installed parallel to or at right angles with the
lines of the finished structure, unless otherwise indicated.

Tops of foundations, cans, pull boxs, manholes, vaults, etc., shall be uniform with the
tops of concrete at the surrounding structures, natural grade or as indicated on the
drawings or as directed by the Project Engineer. Unless otherwise indicated, top of
foundations, cans, pull boxs, manholes, etc. shall be level with a maximum tolerance of
1/16 per foot.

Road curves shall be as indicated on the drawings or as indicated by the Project Engineer.
Edges of roads, walkways and graveled areas shall be clean, sharp, and well defined.
Installed surface material shall not be allowed to spill outside the defined edges.

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Installed foundations, structures, walkways, and roads not meeting the above
requirements shall be removed, disposed of, and re-installed correctly at the contractors
expense.

3.7 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

The contractor shall provide and pay for all temporary services and facilities as specified
below and as necessary for the proper and expeditious execution of the work. The
contractor shall make, or have made, all connections to existing services and sources of
supply as necessary and/or indicated and pay all charges for the same. All work under
this Section shall comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, codes, ordinances, and
orders of all Federal, State, and Local authorities having jurisdiction for the safety of
persons, materials and property. The contractor shall remove all such temporary
installations and connections when no longer necessary for the project work.

3.7.1 Temporary Water

The contractor shall make arrangements to furnish a potable water supply for workers
and project work, and pay for all water and services.

3.7.2 Temporary Toilets and Sanitation

The contractor shall provide ample and suitable on site sanitary conveniences with proper
enclosures for the use by the workers, FAA personnel, and FAA support personnel. Such
conveniences shall be kept clean, properly ventilated and installed and maintained in
conformity with requirements of all laws and ordinances governing such installations.
Locations shall be subject to the FAA Project Engineer's approval. After completion of
the work such conveniences shall be removed from the site.

3.8 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The contractor shall comply with all security requirements established by the Airport and
will pay for any associated costs of said requirements. Only direct construction support
personnel, vehicles and/or equipment will be allowed to the construction site.

During construction operations, the contractor shall use only the access gates and haul
roads that are designated by the FAA Project Engineer. The contractor shall be required
to keep access gates guarded and closed during construction hours. The gate may be
opened only for authorized vehicle traffic flow. At such times as this gate is not guarded,
it shall be closed and securely locked. The contractor shall be held duly responsible to
uphold the above security stipulations at all times during the progress of the construction
project. No deviations from these security measures shall be allowed at any time.

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3.9 SAFETY

All work shall be accomplished in accordance with OSHA Regulations (Standards 29


CFR), Part 1926, Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

Protective Equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and
protective clothing shall be used wherever it is necessary by reasons of hazards or
environment [1926.95].

Head protective equipment (helmets) shall be worn in areas where there is a


possible danger of head injuries from impact, flying or falling objects, or
electrical shock and burns [1926.100].

Eye and face protection equipment shall be worn when machines or operations
present potential eye or face injury [1926.102].

Specific work and operations requiring the mandatory use of personnel protective
equipment shall be determined by the FAA Project Engineer.

3.9.1 Safety Plan Compliance Document

If any portion of the work is governed by a Reimbursable Agreement between the FAA
and Airport, the contractor is required to submit a Safety Plan Compliance Document
(SPCD). This document will detail how the contractor will follow the airport operators
Construction Safety and Phasing Plan (CSPP). These documents identify all aspects of
the construction project that pose a potential safety hazard to airport operations and
outline respective mitigation procedures for each hazard. The requirement of the SPCD
can be found in AC 150-5370-2f.

3.10 SEDIMENTATION, EROSION, DUST CONTROL, SPCC AND SWPP

The Contractor shall submit a plan for sedimentation, erosion, and dust control. The plan
shall show best management practices such as the use of silt fencing and/or hay bales to
filter sediments from runoff and the application of water as needed to control dust. This
plan will be reviewed and approved by the Airport prior to any commencement of onsite
work.

The contractor shall also submit a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP). The
plan shall show best management practices to prevent any pollutants and runoff from the
contractors activities from entering any waterways or storm sewers. The contractor shall
submit this plan to the Airport for review and approval prior to the commencement of
onsite work.

A Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC) is also required. This plan
shall detail the methods the contractor will follow to prevent and if necessary remediate
the accidental spillage of any oils, lubricants, or other hazardous liquids. The contractor

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shall submit this plan to the Airport for review and approval prior to the commencement
of onsite work.

3.11 DEBRIS CONTROL AND CLEAN-UP

The work site shall be kept clean and orderly during the progress of work. Special
attention shall be exercised to prevent the production of FOD (foreign object debris)
which could cause damage to aircraft and/or airport equipment. Prior to the Contract
Final Inspection, the contractor shall clean all areas of the construction site. This shall
include but is not limited to the dress-up, sweep-up, and re-seeding of all areas disturbed
during construction. A NEAT FINAL APPEARANCE OF THE INSTALLED
FACILITIES (INTERIOR AND EXTERNAL) SHALL BE EMPHASIZED! All clean-
up work shall be to the approval of the FAA Project Engineer.

Upon completion of work, the contractor shall be required to obtain a letter from the
Airport Manager indicating that the work area has been left in an acceptable condition. A
copy of the letter shall be given to the FAA Project Engineer.

3.12 INSPECTION & ACCEPTANCE

The Contractor shall maintain an adequate inspection system and perform such
inspections to ensure that the work performed under the contract conforms to contract
requirements. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them
available to the Government.

THE PRESENCE OR ABSENCE OF A GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR DOES NOT


RELIEVE THE CONTRACTOR FROM ANY CONTRACT REQUIREMENT.

The Government inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the Government and do
not-
Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control
measures;
Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for damage to or loss of the material
before acceptance;
Constitute or imply acceptance.

The Contractor shall, without charge, replace or correct work found by the Government
not to conform to contract requirements. The Contractor shall promptly segregate and
remove rejected material from the premises.

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SECTION 02200

SITE PREPARATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

PRODUCTS
Not Used

EXECUTION
3.1 SITE BOUNDARIES
3.2 GRUBBING
3.3 DISPOSAL OF CLEARED MATERIALS
SECTION 02200

SITE PREPARATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall provide the labor, equipment and materials to clear and grub the site
of all brush, trees, stumps, and other materials as specified herein.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SITE BOUNDARIES

The Contractor will locate all structures and access roads by establishing line and grade
in the vicinity of each structure. The contractor shall verify established control points,
perform any additional surveys and maintain control points as required to ensure the
accuracy of the work.

If work is occurring in the Runway Safety Area (RSA)/ Taxiway Safety Area (TSA) or in
the vicinity of those regions the contractor shall delineate the boundaries of the safety
area with 3/8" x 1 1/2" x 4' long pointed lath (survey sticks) and bright orange flagging.
These stakes shall be placed a maximum of 100 apart.

3.2 GRUBBING

Grubbing shall consist of the removal and disposal of stumps, roots larger than 1-1/2
inches in diameter, matted roots, and subsurface piping, where indicated, from the
designated grubbing areas. This material, together with logs and other organic or
metallic debris not suitable for foundation purposes shall be excavated and removed to a
depth of not less than 18 inches below the final ground elevation in areas indicated to be
grubbed and in areas indicated as construction areas for access roads or walkways.
Depressions made by grubbing shall be filled with suitable material and compacted such
that the finished surface shall match the adjacent surface in composition, degree of
compaction, and elevation.

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3.3 DISPOSAL OF CLEARED MATERIALS

All brush, and other refuse from the clearing operations shall be removed from site and
disposed of at the contractor's expense and at no extra cost to the Government. Disposal
of material shall not be permitted on airport property. Burning of materials is not
permitted on airport or government property.

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SECTION 02200

EARTHWORK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
(AASHTO)
1.2.2 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard

PRODUCTS

2.1 BURIED WARNING AND IDENTIFICATION TAPE

EXECUTION
3.1 EXCAVATION
3.1.1 Classification
3.1.2 Drainage
3.1.3 Freezing
3.1.4 Excavation for Slabs and Footings
3.1.4.1 Limits
3.1.5 Trench Excavation
3.1.6 Excavation for Walkways and Access Roads
3.1.7 Excavation of Ditches, Swales and Culverts
3.1.8 Safety and Protection of Work
3.1.9 Utilization of Excavated Materials
3.1.10 Inspection of Excavated Area

3.2 FILL AND BACKFILL


3.2.1 Weather Conditions
3.2.2 Satisfactory Material
3.2.3 Preparation of Surface for Fill and Embankment
3.2.4 Source of Fill Material
3.2.5 Fill for Slabs and Foundations
3.2.6 Backfilling of Conduit Trenches
3.2.7 Fill and Embankment for Access Roads, Walkways, and Culverts
3.2.8 Fill for Open Areas
3.2.9 Placing of Crushed Rock and Topsoil
3.2.10 Compaction Methods
3.2.11 Determination of Dry density
3.3 Quality Assurance
3.3.1 Testing
SECTION 02300

EARTHWORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall perform and complete all work as necessary for excavation, filling,
backfilling, and grading required on the applicable drawings and specified herein.

1.2 REFERENCES

The latest edition in effect of the following publications form a part of this specification
and are applicable to the extent specified herein.

1.2.1 American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials


(AASHTO)

AASHTO-T99 Moisture-density Relations of Soils


AASHTO-T19l Field Determination of density of Soil in Place, Sand Cone Method
AASHTO-T204 Field Determination of density of Soil in Place, Dry Cylinder
Method
AASHTO-T205 Field Determination of density of Soil in Place, Rubber Balloon
Method
AASHTO-T233 Field Determination of density of Soil in Place, Block, Chunk or
Core

1.2.2 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard

ASTM D-424 Test for Plastic Limit and Plastic Index of Soils

PART 2 PRODUCTS

1.2 Buried Warning and Identification Tape

Furnish detectable underground warning tape for underground duct banks. Use aluminum
backed, 0.005 inch thick, underground warning tape with a red background color.
Lettering shall be black and indicate the type service buried below:

"CAUTION BURIED ELECTRIC LINE BELOW"

Use tape width appropriate for the burial depth:


A. Three-inch wide tape for up to 18 inches depth.
B. Six-inch wide tape for up to 24 inches depth.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXCAVATION

3.1.1 Classification

All material excavated is unclassified and can be accomplished by trencher or backhoe


and will not require ripping or blasting.

3.1.2 Drainage

Excavation shall be performed so that the area of the site and the area immediately
surrounding the site and affecting operations at the site will be continually and effectively
drained. Water shall not be permitted to accumulate in the excavation. The excavation
shall be drained by pumping or other satisfactory methods to prevent softening of the
foundation bottom, undercutting of footings, or other actions detrimental to proper
construction procedures.

3.1.3 Freezing

When freezing weather is expected, excavations shall not be made to the full depth,
unless the footing concrete can be placed immediately. If excavation is already at full
depth, the excavation shall be protected from frost.

3.1.4 Excavation for Slabs and Footings

The excavations shall conform to the dimensions and elevations of the drawings
applicable to footings and other foundation structures which are cast in place.

3.1.4.1 Limits

Excavations below indicated depths shall not be permitted except to remove material
consisting of shale, sod, clods, stones larger than 4 inches, organic debris, trash or frozen
material. Such unsatisfactory material shall be removed to a depth of 6 inches and
replaced with satisfactory fill material. Unauthorized over excavation for footings shall
be replaced at no additional cost to the Government to the indicated excavation grade
with concrete. Excavation shall extend a sufficient distance from footings to allow for
placing and removal of forms, installation of services, and for inspection, except where
the concrete for walls and footings is authorized by the Resident Engineer to be deposited
directly against excavated rock surfaces.

3.1.5 Trench Excavation

Trenches for cables, conduits and other utilities shall conform to the dimensions and
elevations shown on the applicable drawings. The banks need not be kept vertical but
may be sloped or widened to such general limits as may be set by the Resident Engineer,

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provided there is no interference with other utilities. The trench bottom shall be a
minimum of 6 inches wide or as required to provide separation between power and
control cables or between power cables of different voltages. The trench depth shall be
deep enough to allow cable placement plus an over excavation of at least three inches.
The over excavation shall be filled with earth or sand containing no material aggregate
particles that would be retained on a 1/4-inch sieve. The fill material shall be compacted
to as described in the specs. or to approximately the same dry density of the adjacent soil
if not specified. The aforementioned requirements refer to FAA excavations only. Any
excavations being performed for the local utility shall conform to their specifications. It is
the responsibility of the contractor to coordinate any and all related utility excavations
with the local utility.

3.1.6 Excavation for Walkways and Access Roads

The excavation shall conform to the dimensions and elevations of the drawings
applicable to areas designed for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Subgrade areas for
access roads and walkways shall be plowed, disked and moistened or aerated as required
obtain proper compaction. Muck, peat and other unsatisfactory material shall be removed
to a minimum depth of 12 inches below excavation grade or as required to provide a
satisfactory foundation. Low areas resulting from removal of such material shall be
brought up to required grade with satisfactory fill material.

3.1.7 Excavation of Ditches, Swales and Culverts

Ditches, swales and culverts shall be cut accurately to the cross sections and grades
indicated. The sides and bottom of ditches and swales shall conform to the slope, grade,
and shape of the section indicated. Care shall be taken not to excavate ditches and swales
below the grades indicated. Excessive excavation shall be backfilled to the indicated
excavation depth with approved material and compacted to 90 percent maximum dry
density. All ditches, swales, and culverts excavated under this section shall be
maintained until final acceptance of the work.

3.1.8 Safety and Protection of Work

Sheeting and shoring shall be done as may be necessary for the protection of the work
and for the safety of personnel. If excavations will exceed 4 feet in depth, shoring or
sloping will be required. Where sufficient room is available, the contractor may slope
back trench walls rather than using a shoring system. If the contractor elects to use a
sloped wall then the system must conform to all local, state, federal, and OSHA
construction regulations. If a sheeting and shoring system is used the contractor submit a
Shoring and Sheeting plan for approval 15 days prior to starting work. Submit drawings
and calculations, certified by a registered professional engineer, describing the methods
for shoring and sheeting of excavations. Finish shoring, including sheet piling, and install
as necessary to protect workmen, banks, adjacent paving, structures, and utilities.
Remove shoring, bracing, and sheeting as excavations are backfilled, in a manner to
prevent caving. In all cases The manner of bracing excavations shall comply with local

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regulations and OSHA construction regulations. Grading shall be performed in a manner
to ensure proper drainage at all times.

3.1.9 Utilization of Excavated Materials

Satisfactory excavated material shall be used in the work insofar as practicable. No


excavated material shall be disposed of in such a manner as to obstruct the flow of any
stream, endanger a partly finished structure, impair the efficiency or appearance of any
structure, or be detrimental to the completed work in any way.

3.1.10 Inspection of Excavated Area

When excavations have reached the required elevations, the contractor shall not proceed
with further construction of the excavated area until the area has been approved by the
Resident Engineer.

3.2 FILL AND BACKFILL

3.2.1 Weather Conditions

No fill or backfill operations shall be performed when weather conditions are determined
by the Resident Engineer to be too wet or cold to permit such operations.

3.2.2 Satisfactory Material

Material suitable for fill, backfill and embankment purposes shall be reasonably free of
shale, sod, clods, and stones larger than 4 inches, organic debris, trash and frozen
material. Only materials suitable for obtaining the degree of compaction specified herein
shall be used.

3.2.3 Preparation of Surface for Fill and Embankment

All surfaces designated to receive fill and embankment material shall be inspected prior
to material placement. Soil surfaces on which compacted fill is to be placed shall be
plowed, disked or otherwise broken up to a depth of 6 inches, pulverized, moistened or
aerated as necessary, mixed and compacted to the same dry density as required for the fill
or embankment material. Sloped ground surfaces steeper than one vertical to four
horizontal on which fill is to be placed shall be stepped or benched, as directed, in such
manner that the fill material will bond with the existing surface. The finished surface
shall be reasonable smooth, compacted and free from irregular surface changes. The
degree of finish shall be that ordinarily obtained from blade-grader operations or, where
more suitable, hand raking.

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3.2.4 Source of Fill Material

Fill material shall be selected for the particular fill area for which it is to be used. Fill
material shall not be confused with surfacing aggregate. Necessary clearing, grubbing,
and disposal of debris, shall be considered incidental operations to the borrow excavation
and shall be performed by the contractor. All material stockpiled on site shall either be
used as fill material or disposed of by the contractor.

3.2.5 Fill for Slabs and Foundations

Satisfactory material shall be placed in horizontal layers of 6 inches (loose measurement)


and compacted to 95 percent maximum dry density. Unless directed by the Resident
Engineer, no backfill shall be placed against footings prior to 7 days after footings and
slabs are poured.

3.2.6 Backfilling of Conduit Trenches

Trenches shall be backfilled as indicated on the drawings. Unless otherwise indicated,


backfilling of the conduit trenches shall be done as follows:

Place 4 inches of sand in the base of the trench.


Place clean conduits on top of the sand base. Use conduit spacers (or other approved
method) to maintain the required horizontal and vertical separation between conduits.
Place sand to a level of 12 inches above the top of the conduits.
TAMP sand.
Place guard wire and warning tape.
Place approximately 14 of select fill above sand (select fill shall contain no particles
that would be retained on a 1 inch sieve).
TAMP and COMPACT select fill to a minimum of 95% of maximum dry density in
accordance with AASHTO-T-99. Compacted depth should be approximately 12
above sand.
Place approximate 14 more of select fill.
TAMP and COMPACT again to a minimum of 95% of maximum dry density.
Place the remaining amount of select fill required and COMPACT and TAMP a third
time. The finished level of the top of the trench shall not exceed 2 inches above the
surrounding grade.

The disturbed area shall be cleaned, raked, and seeded. All trench backfilling shall be to
the approval of the Airport Manager and the Project Engineer. THE CONTRACTOR
SHALL GUARANTEE THAT NO SETTLEMENT OCCURS WHICH LEAVES A
DEPRESSION BELOW THE SURROUNDING GRADE FOR A PERIOD OF ONE
YEAR AFTER PROJECT COMPLETION. The aforementioned requirements refer to
FAA conduits only. Any excavations being performed for the local utility shall conform
to their specifications. It is the responsibility of the contractor to coordinate any and all
related utility excavations with the local utility.

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3.2.7 Fill and Embankment for Access Roads, Walkways, and Culverts

Fills and embankments shall be constructed at the locations and to lines and grades
indicated on the drawings. The material shall be placed in successive horizontal layers of
8 inches, loose measure, for the full width of the cross section. Fills and embankments
shall be compacted to 95 percent of maximum dry density. Final elevations after
compaction shall not vary more than 0.05 feet from the established grade and approved
cross section.

3.2.8 Fill for Open Areas

All open areas to receive seed or sod shall be filled to within 6 inches of final grade with
satisfactory material. Fill beneath this layer shall consist of material free of rocks larger
than 6 inches and shall be placed in layers not greater than 8 inches, loose measure. All
layers shall be compacted to 90 percent maximum dry density.

3.2.9 Placing of Crushed Rock and Topsoil

On areas to receive crushed rock or topsoil material, the compacted fill or subgrade shall
be scarified to a depth of 4 inches. Material to be placed shall then be evenly spread,
graded and compacted to 95 percent of maximum dry density. Material required to be
placed within two feet of footings or slabs shall be compacted by approved hand tampers.
Compaction of topsoil to be grassed or sodded may be deferred until after seeding or
sodding operations.

3.2.10 Compaction Methods

Compaction shall be performed using the method and equipment suitable for the area as
specified. Mechanical hand tampers shall be used only in areas adjacent to footings and
slabs or in trenches or other areas where use of rollers is not practical. Compaction with
pneumatic-tired rollers, three wheel power rollers, sheepsfoot rollers, etc., shall be used
in all other areas as required to provide the specified compaction dry density.

3.2.11 Determination of Dry density

Maximum dry density tests will be performed in accordance with AASHTO-T99 and
field dry density tests will be performed in accordance with AASHTO-T191, T204,
T205, or T233.

3.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

3.3.1 Testing

Compaction testing shall be arranged by the contractor and performed by an independent


testing company (in the presence of the Resident Engineer) at the expense of the

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contractor. If these tests show that the compaction is less than specified, the contractor
shall correct the situation and be responsible for all associated cost.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 02400

TUNNELING, BORING, AND JACKING

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.1. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
(AASHTO)

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 COMMENCEMENT, DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDHLING OF


MATERIALS

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE


1.4.1 Qualifications
1.4.2 Safety

PRODUCTS
2.1 EQUIPMENT
2.1.1 Drill Rod
2.1.2 Pipe

2.2 MATERIALS
2.2.1 Drilling Fluids

EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.1.1 Drill Set-Up
3.1.2 Drill Entrance and Exit Pits
3.1.3 Drill Entrance and Exit Angle
3.1.4 Pilot Hole
3.1.5 Guidance Systems
3.1.6 Reaming
3.1.7 Pull Back
3.1.8 Conduit Splices and Transitions

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.3 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIE


SECTION 02400

TUNNELING, BORING, AND JACKING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The latest edition in effect of the following publications form a part of this specification
and are applicable to the extent specified herein.

1.1.1 American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials


(AASHTO)

AASHTO-T-180 Standard Method of Test for Moisture-Density Relations of


Soils using a 4.54-kg (10-lb) Rammer and a 457-mm (18-
in.) Drop

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Statement of Qualifications - To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to any directional boring activity.

Polyethylene Pipe- To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to any directional boring activity.

HDPE to PVC Connection- To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to any directional boring activity. Include
manufacturers data on pullout strength.

HDPE to HDPE Connection- To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to any directional boring activity. Include
method of heat welding to be used and
manufacturers data on connection strength.

Drilling Fluids- To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to any directional boring activity.

Additives- If any additives are to be used , data sheets must be


submitted to project engineer for approval prior to
any directional boring activity.
Provide written documentation of conformance with AASHTO T 180. Submit a complete
list of all drilling fluids, additives, and mixtures to be used along with Material Safety
Data Sheets.

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1.3 COMMENCEMENT, DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING OF
MATERIALS

Inspect materials delivered to the site for damage. All materials found during inspection
or during the progress of work to have cracks, flaws, surface abrasions, or other defects
will be rejected. Remove defective materials from the job site.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Qualifications

Ensure that Contractor and his field supervisor assigned to this project are experienced in
work of this nature and have successfully completed similar projects of similar length,
pipe type, pipe size, and soil type using directional drilling in the last three (3) years. As
part submittal process, submit a description of such project(s) which include, at a
minimum, a listing of the location(s), date of project(s), owner, pipe type, size installed,
length of installation, type, and manufacturer of equipment used, and other information
relevant to the successful completion of the project.

1.4.2 Safety

Include in directional drilling equipment machine safety requirements a common


grounding system to prevent electrical shock in the event of underground electrical cable
strike. Ensure the grounding system connects all pieces of interconnecting machinery; the
drill, mud mixing system, drill power unit, drill rod trailer, operators booth, worker
grounding mats, and any other interconnected equipment to a common ground. Equip the
drill with an "electrical strike" audible and visual warning system that notifies the system
operators of an electrical strike.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 EQUIPMENT

2.1.1 Drill Rod

Select the appropriate drill rode to be used. Submit certified statement that the drill rod
has been inspected and is in satisfactory condition for its intended use.

2.1.2 Pipe

Pipe diameter shall be as indicated on the construction drawings. Use High Density
Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE) with an SDR of 9. The SDR of a conduit is defined as the
ratio of the average conduit diameter divided by the minimum wall thickness.

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2.2 MATERIALS

2.1.1 Drilling Fluids

Disposal of fluids is the responsibility of the Contractor. Dispose of fluids in a manner


that is in compliance with all permits and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
Use a high quality bentonite drilling fluid to ensure hole stability, cuttings transport, bit
and electronics cooling, and hole lubrication to reduce drag on the drill pipe and the
product pipe. Use only fluid with a composition which complies with all Federal, State,
and local environmental regulations. Mix the bentonite drilling fluid with potable water
(of proper pH) to ensure no contamination is introduced into the soil during the drilling,
reaming, or pipe installation process. The Contractor is responsible for any required pH
adjustments. Disposal of the drilling fluids is the responsibility of the Contractor.
Conduct disposal in compliance with all relative environmental regulations, right-of-way
and work space agreements, and permit requirements. Collect drilling fluid returns in the
entrance pit, exit pit, or spoils recovery pit. Immediately clean up any drilling fluid spills
or overflows from these pits. Drilling fluids may not be disposed on the airport without
the approval of the airport manager.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

Insure all utilities are located and clearly marked prior to start of excavation or drilling.

3.1.1 Drill Set-Up

Design and construct the drill entrance and exit pits.

3.1.2 Drill Entrance and Exit Pits

Drill entrance and exit pits are required. Maintain at minimum size to allow only the
minimum amount of drilling fluid storage prior to transfer to mud recycling or processing
system or removal from the site. Do not allow drilling mud to flow freely on the site or
around the entrance or exit pits. Remove spilled mud and restore ground to original
condition.[ Provide shore pits in compliance with OSHA Standards, 29 CFR 1926.652].
When drilling near wetlands or water courses, provide secondary containment to prevent
drilling fluids from entering the wetlands, and secure written approval of secondary
containment plan from the Contracting Officer.

3.1.3 Drill Entrance and Exit Angle

Ensure entrance and exit angles and elevation profile maintains adequate cover to reduce
risk of drilling fluid breakouts and ground exit occurs as specified herein. Ensure that
entrance and exit angles generate pullback forces that do not exceed 5 percent strain on
the polyethylene pipe.

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3.1.4 Pilot Hole

The type and size of the pilot string cutting head and the diameter of the drill pipe is at
the Contractor's discretion.

Drill the pilot hole along the path shown on the plan and profile drawings. Pilot hole
tolerances are as follows:

a. Vertical Tolerance: Provide minimum cover below channel bottom as specified


on the plans. Pilot hole may go deeper if necessary to prevent breakout.
b. Horizontal Tolerance: Plus/minus 60-inches from the centerline of the product
pipe.
c. Curve Radius: No curve is acceptable with a radius less than 1,000-feet.
d. Entry Point Location: Make pilot hole entry point within plus/minus 60-inches of
the location shown on the drawings or as directed by the Resident Engineer in the
field. Ensure that entry point location does not conflict with RSA or TSA
boundaries.
e. Exit Point Location: Make the exit point location within plus/minus 60-inches of
the location shown on the drawings or as directed by the Contracting Officer in
the field. Ensure that exit point location does not conflict with the RSA or TSA
boundaries.
f. Mandatory pipeline cover requirements are as shown on the drawings or as
specified.

3.1.5 Guidance Systems

Unless otherwise indicated, walkover guidance systems are acceptable for this project. If
additional precision is deemed necessary, due to utility crossings discovered in the field,
the resident engineer may require, at his discretion, the use of a grid system. If required a
magnetic survey tool locator installed behind the pilot string cutting head and an electric
grid (tru-tracker) system shall be used for guidance.

3.1.6 Reaming

Conduct reaming operations at the Contractor's discretion. Determine the type of back
reamer to be utilized by the type of subsurface soil conditions that are encountered during
the pilot hole drilling operation. The reamer type is at the Contractor's discretion.

3.1.7 Pull Back

Fully assemble the entire pipeline to be installed via directional drill prior to
commencement of pull back operations. Support the pipeline during pullback operations
in a manner to enable it to move freely and prevent damage. Install the pipeline in one
continuous pull. In general splices in the conduit are not allowed. The contractor must
obtain written authorization from the project engineer to use any splices. Minimize
torsion stress by using a swivel to connect the pull section to the reaming assembly.

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Maximum allowable tensile force imposed on the pull section is not to exceed 90 percent
of the pipe manufacturer's safe pull (or tensile) strength. If the pull section is made up of
multiple pipe size or materials, the lowest safe pull strength value governs and the
maximum allowable tensile force is not to exceed 90 percent of this value. Minimize
external pressure during installation of the pullback section in the reamed hole. Replace
damaged pipe resulting from external pressure at no cost to the Government. Buoyancy
modification is at the discretion of the Contractor.

3.1.7 Conduit Splices and Transitions

When placing HDPE conduit underground through a bore, use one continuous length of
flexible HDPE conduit. In instances where a continuous run of conduit is not possible,
individual sections shall be joined using heat-welded (fused) connections. After emerging
from a bore, the HDPE will typically terminate in a manhole at both ends. To join lengths
of conduit together after emergence from a bore, follow these procedures:

a. If the emerging HDPE conduit is to be joined to PVC conduit, the HDPE


conduit section shall be run into the bell end of the PVC conduit and cemented
using a special two-part bonding agent such as BonDuit Conduit Adhesive
with minimum connection strength as shown in Table 1. Adhesives typically
used for connecting PVC segments are not of sufficient strength for HDPE-to-
PVC transitions and shall not be used. Alternatively, the HDPE conduit may
be connected to a PVC coupling on the end of a length of PVC conduit. If the
connection is not occurring in a vault it shall also be completely encased in a
minimum of 3 inches of concrete.
b. Connections between sections of HDPE conduit shall be joined by heat-
welded connections only. Mechanical connections are not allowed. The
connection shall be of strength equal to or greater than that of the original
pipe. Acceptable joining techniques are butt, saddle, and socket fusion.
Electofusion is also acceptable. The contractor shall select the method of
fusion from the aforementioned list, and submit to the project engineer
documentation demonstrating the strength of the connection.

TABLE I Adhesive minimum pullout-force requirements for bonding


HDPE to PVC conduit materials.

Conduit Diameter Polyethylene Conduit to PVC Standard Coupling


Coupling Length Pullout Force
1 Inch 2 1/8 Inch 760 lb
1 Inch 2 3/8 Inch 1,140 lb
2 Inch 2 Inch 1,520 lb
4 Inch 3 Inch 4,560 lb

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3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Maintain drilling logs that accurately provide drill bit location (both horizontally and
vertically) at least every 1 foot along the drill path. In addition, keep logs that record, as a
minimum the following, every 15 minutes throughout each drill pass, back ream pass, or
pipe installation pass:

a. Drilling Fluid Pressure


b. Drilling Fluid Flow Rate
c. Drill Thrust Pressure
d. Drill Pullback Pressure
e. Drill Head Torque

Make all instrumentation, readings, and logs available to the Resident Engineer at all
times during operation and provide a copy to the Project Engineer after installation is
complete.

3.3 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES

Immediately upon completion of work, remove all rubbish and debris from the job site.
Remove all construction equipment and implements of service leaving the entire area
involved in a neat condition acceptable to the Resident Engineer. Immediately clean
"blow holes" or "breakouts" of drilling fluid to the surface and return the surface area to
its original condition. Dispose of all drilling fluids, soils, and separated materials in
compliance with Federal, State, and local environmental regulations. Submit an
electronic copy of the boring record to the Project Engineer within five days after
completing the pull back. Include in the record a plan, profile, and all information
recorded during the progress of the work. Clearly tie the record drawings to the project's
survey control. Maintain and submit upon completion signed complete work logs of
guided directional drill operations.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 02450

STEEL HELICAL PIERS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
1.1.1 Scope
1.1.2 Design

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE


1.2.1 Installer Qualifications
1.2.2 Manufacturing

1.3 SUBMITTALS

PRODUCTS
2.1 LISTING

2.2 PIER SHAFTS (LEAD SECTIONS AND EXTENSIONS)

2.3 HELICES

2.4 BOLTS

2.5 COUPLINGS

2.6 FINISH

EXECUTION
3.1 EQUIPMENT
3.1.1 Installation Equipment
3.1.2 Torque Monitoring Devices

3.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES


3.2.1 Advancing Sections
3.2.2 Termination Criteria
SECTION 02450

STEEL HELICAL PIERS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

1.1.1 Scope

The work in this section consists of furnishing and installing steel Helical Piers
manufactured by the A.B. Chance Company, Centralia, Missouri or an approved equal.
Any substitutions must be approved in advance by the Project Engineer.

1.1.2 Design

Unless otherwise indicated on the construction drawings, steel Helical Piers shall be
designed and installed to resist an unfactored load of 25,000 pounds.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.2.1 Installer Qualifications

Installation shall be done by an A.B. Chance authorized installation contractor. Proof of


current certification with the A.B. Chance Company shall be submitted to the FAA
Project Engineer prior to starting installation.

1.2.2 Manufacturing

Steel Helical Piers as specified shall be manufactured by a facility whose quality control
systems comply with ISO (International Organization of Standard) 9001 requirements.
Certificates of Registration denoting ISO Standards Number shall be presented upon
request to the FAA Project Engineer.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1. General: Submit listed submittals in accordance with Conditions of the


Contract and Division 1 Submittal Procedures Section.

2. Product Data: Submit manufacturers product data and installation


instructions.

3. Shop Drawings: Provide drawings indicating profiles and product


components and accessories and indicate the following:
-Pier number, location and pattern by assigned identification number.
-Pier design load.
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-Type and size of central steel shaft.
-Helix configuration (number and diameter of helix plates).
-Minimum effective installation torque.
-Minimum overall length.
-Inclination of Pier.
-Cutoff elevation.
-Pier attachment to structure relative to grade beam, column pad, pile cap,
etc.

4. Closeout Submittals: Submit Installers Field Reports

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 LISTING

The steel Helical Piering system shall be ICBO listed. Installing contractor shall furnish
evidence to the FAA Project Engineer by means of the ICBO evaluation report number
ER-5110.

2.2 PIER SHAFTS (LEAD SECTIONS AND EXTENSIONS)

1. The 1 inch round cornered square (RCS) solid steel shafts shall conform to the
general requirements of ASTM A29 and the following descriptions:

a. High strength low alloy (HSLA), low to medium carbon steel grade (similar to
ASTM 1530) with improved strength due to fine grain size and structure
having a torsional strength rating of 7,000 ft-lbs.

2. The 1 inch round cornered square (RCS) solid steel shafts shall conform to the
general requirements of ASTM A29 and the following description:

a. High strength low alloy (HSLA), low to medium carbon steel grade (similar to
ASTM 1530) with improved strength due to fine grain size and structure
having a torsional strength rating of 10,000 ft-lbs.

2.3 HELICES

Carbon steel sheet, strip, or plate formed on matching metal dies to true helical shape and
shall conform the following ASTM specifications:

1. 5,500 ft.-lbs. 1 inch Piers: ASTM A607, A570, or A572 80.


2. 7,000 ft.-lbs. 1 inch Piers: ASTM A607, A570, or A572 80.
3. 10,000 ft.-lbs. 1 inch Piers: ASTM A715 Grade 80.

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2.4 BOLTS

The sizes and types of bolts used to connect the Helical Pier extensions to lead sections or
another extension shall conform to the following ASTM specifications:

1. 1 inch Piers: inch diameter bolt per ASTM A320 Grade L7.
2. 1 inch Piers: 7/8 inch diameter bolt per ASTM A193 Grade B7.

2.5 COUPLINGS

Couplings will be formed as an integral part of (rcs) shaft extension material through a
forging process.

2.6 FINISH

All material shall have a Class B-1 hot dipped galvanized coating complying with ASTM
A153.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EQUIPMENT

3.1.1 Installation Equipment

1. Shall be rotary type motor with equal forward and reverse torque capabilities. This
equipment shall be capable of continual adjustment of the torque drive units
revolutions per minute (RPMs) during installation. Percussion drilling equipment
will not be allowed.

2. Shall be capable of applying installation torque equal to the torque required to meet
the pier loads.

3. Equipment shall be capable of applying down pressure and torque simultaneously.

3.1.2 Torque Monitoring Devices

1. The torque being applied by the installation units shall be monitored throughout the
installation by the installer. The torque monitoring device shall either be a part of the
installing unit or an independent device in-line with the installing unit. Calibration for
either unit shall be available for review by the FAA.

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3.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

3.2.1 Advancing Sections

1. Engage and advance the Helical Pier sections in a smooth, continuous manner with the
rate of pier rotation in the range of 5 to 20 RPM.

2. Apply sufficient down pressure to uniformly advance the helical sections to


approximately 3-inches per revolution. The rate of rotation and magnitude of down
pressure must be adjusted for different soil conditions and depths in order to maintain
the penetration rate.

3. If the helical section ceases to advance, refusal will have been reached and the
installation shall be terminated.

3.2.2 Termination Criteria

1. The torque as measured during the installation shall not exceed the torsional strength
rating of the steel helical lead and extension sections.

2. The minimum depth criteria indicated on the Drawings must be satisfied prior to
terminating the steel Helical Pier.

3. The top helix is to be located not less than five (5) feet below the bottom grade. The
project drawings may indicate a greater depth.

4. If the torsional strength rating of the pier and/or installing unit has been reached prior
to satisfying the minimum depth required, the installing contractor shall have the
following options:

a. Terminate the installation at the depth obtained with the approval of the FAA
Project Engineer or

b. Remove the existing pier and install a pier with smaller and/or fewer helices.
This revised pier shall be terminated at least three (3) feet beyond terminating
depth of the original pier.

5. In the event the minimum installation torque is not achieved at minimum depth, the
Contractor shall install the foundation deeper using additional plain extension sections.

6. The average torque for the last three feet of penetration shall be used as a basis of
comparison with the minimum recommended installation torque. The average torque
is the average of the last three readings recorded at one foot intervals. This average
torque in intended solely as an indication of the piers ultimate compression capacity.

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7. The installer shall keep a written installation record for each Helical Pier. This record
shall include the following information:

a. Project name and location

b. Name of authorized and certified dealer and installer.

c. Name of installers foreman or representative witnessing the installation.

d. Date of installation.

e. Location of Helical Pier.

f. Description of lead section including number and diameter of helices and


extensions used.

g. Overall depth of installation from a known reference point.

h. Installation torque at termination of pier.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 02730

AGGREGATE SURFACING
(ACCESS ROADS, PARKING AREAS, AND WALKWAYS)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.1.1 AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING


1.3.1 Aggregate Materials
1.3.2 Geotextile Fabric

1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
2.1.1 Aggregate Material

2.2 ROAD STABILIZATION/WEED CONTROL FABRIC

2.3 SOIL STERILANT

EXECUTION
3.1 STOCKPILING MATERIALS

3.2 PREPARATION OF GROUND SURFACE

3.3 SURFACING

3.4 PLACEMENT OF ROAD STABILIZING/WEED CONTROL FABRIC

3.5 AGGREGATE PLACING

3.6 COMPACTION AND GRADING

3.7 PREPARATION OF UNDERLYING COURSE SUBGRADE

3.8 PLACEMENT OF SOIL STERILANT


3.9 QUALITY ASSURANCE
3.9.1 Testing
3.9.2 Certification
SECTION 02730

AGGREGATE SURFACING
(ACCESS ROADS, PARKING AREAS, AND WALKWAYS)

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.
The publications are referred to within the text by basic designation.

1.1.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

ASTM C 29 Bulk Density (Unit Weight) and Voids in Aggregate


ASTM C 117 Materials Finer than 75 Micrometer (No. 200 Sieve in Mineral
Aggregates by Washing)
ASTM C 127 Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity) and Absorption of
Coarse Aggregate
ASTM C 128 Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity and Absorption of
Fine Aggregate
ASTM C 136 Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse
Aggregates
ASTM D 4354 Sampling of Geosynthetics for Testing

ASTM D 4355 Deterioration of Geotextiles from Exposure to Light, Moisture and


Heat in a Xenon-Arc Type Apparatus

ASTM D 4491 Water Permeability of Geotextiles by Permittivity

ASTM D 4533 Trapezoid Tearing Strength of Geotextiles

ASTM D 4632 Grab Breaking Load and Elongation of Geotextiles

ASTM D 4751 Determining Apparent Opening Size of a Geotextile

ASTM D 4873 Identification, Storage, and Handling of Geosynthetic Rolls and


Samples

ASTM D 6241 Standard Test Method for the Static Puncture Strength of
Geotextiles and Geotextile-Related Products using a 50-mm Probe

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1.2 SUBMITTALS

Geotextile Product Data - To be submitted to Project Engineer for approval


prior to installation.

Aggregate Material Mix- Provide mix certificate, to be submitted to Project


Engineer for approval prior to installation

Soil Sterilant Data- To be submitted to Project Engineer and Airport for


approval prior to installation

1.3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.3.1 Aggregate Materials

Location of permanent or semi-permanent stockpiles shall be approved by the airport in


advance and shall not be located inside the Runway Safety Area or Object Free Area. The
contractor may only stockpile as much material as will be immediately used inside the
RSA.

1.3.2 Geotextile Fabric

Deliver, store, and handle geotextile in accordance with ASTM D4873.

Notify the Contracting Officer a minimum of 24 hours prior to delivery and unloading of
geotextile rolls packaged in an opaque, waterproof, protective plastic wrapping. The
plastic wrapping shall not be removed until deployment. If quality assurance samples are
collected, immediately rewrap rolls with the plastic wrapping. Geotextile or plastic
wrapping damaged during storage or handling shall be repaired or replaced, as directed.
Label each roll with the manufacturer's name, geotextile type, roll number, roll
dimensions (length, width, gross weight), and date manufactured.

Protect rolls of geotextile from construction equipment, chemicals, sparks and flames,
temperatures in excess of 160 degrees F, or any other environmental condition that may
damage the physical properties of the geotextile. To protect geotextile from becoming
saturated, either elevate rolls off the ground or place them on a sacrificial sheet of plastic
in an area where water will not accumulate.

Handle and unload geotextile rolls with load carrying straps, a fork lift with a stinger bar,
or an axial bar assembly. Rolls shall not be dragged along the ground, lifted by one end,
or dropped to the ground.

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1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Aggregate surface courses shall not be constructed when the ambient temperatures is
below 35 degrees F and on subgrades that are frozen or contain frost. It is the
responsibility of the Contractor to protect, by approved method or methods, all areas of
surfacing. Surfaces damaged by freeze, rainfall, or other weather conditions shall be
brought to a satisfactory condition by the Contractor.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

The contractor shall furnish materials for access roads and walkways, and for patching
the road(s) and runway/taxiway areas that meet or exceed the requirements specified
herein and as shown on the drawings.

2.1.1 AGGREGATE MATERIAL

Provide aggregates consisting of clean, sound, durable particles of natural gravel, crushed
gravel, crushed stone, sand, slag, soil, or other approved materials processed and blended
or naturally combined. Provide aggregates free from lumps and balls of clay, organic
matter, objectionable coatings, and other foreign materials. The Contractor is responsible
for obtaining materials that meet the specification and can be used to meet the grade and
smoothness requirements specified herein after all compaction and proof rolling
operations have been completed.

Unless otherwise indicated, areas designated to be crushed rock shall be at least 4 inches
deep and have a maximum aggregate size of 3/4 inch. Road Base material shall meet
State DOT Class 1, 5, or 6 requirements. Other gradation limits are as follows:

% PASSING BY WEIGHT
SIEVE # CLASS 1 CLASS 5 CLASS 6

2 1/2" 100 ---- ----


2" 95-100 ---- ----
1 1/2" ---- 100 ----
1" ---- 95-100 ----
3/4" ---- ---- 100
#4 30-65 30-70 30-65
#8 ---- ---- 25-55
#200 3-15 3-15 3-12

The material shall be clean and well graded. All aggregate material shall be approved by
the Resident Engineer before placement.

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2.2 ROAD STABILIZATION/WEED CONTROL FABRIC

Use Mirafi 600X stabilization fabric (or approved equal). The fabric shall be free of
any chemical treatment or coating which reduces permeability, and shall be inert to
chemicals commonly found in soil. The fabric shall conform to the physical property
requirements listed in the following table. All values shall represent certifiable minimum
values in the weakest principle direction of the fabric.

Property Minimum Requirement

Weight 6.0 oz/sq.yd (ASTM D-3776-79)


Grab Strength 300 lbs (ASTM D-1682-64)
Grab Elongation 35% (max) (ASTM D-1682-64)
Trapezoid Tear Strength 120 lbs (ASTM D-1117-80)
Mullen Burst Strength >600 psi (ASTM D-3786-80)
Punture Strength 130 lbs (ASTM D-3787-80)
Thickness 30 mils (ASTM D-1777-64)
Water Flow Rate 50 gal/min/sf (CFMC GET-2)

Fabric width shall be 12.5 feet. Fabric in other areas shall be cut to fit, and overlapped to
fully cover such areas.

2.3 SOIL STERILANT

Use water-soluble liquid herbicide such as Hyvar X-L by Dupont (or approved equal).
Active ingredient: Lithium salt of bromacil - 21.9%.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 STOCKPILING MATERIALS

Prior to stockpiling the material, clear and level the storage sites. All materials, including
approved material available from excavation and grading, shall be stockpiled in the
manner and at the locations designated. Stockpile aggregates in such a manner that will
prevent segregation. Aggregates and binders obtained from different sources shall be
stockpiled separately. Location of permanent or semi-permanent stockpiles shall be
approved by the airport in advance and shall not be located inside the Runway Safety
Area or Object Free Area. The contractor may only stockpile as much material as will be
immediately used inside the RSA.

3.2 PREPARATION OF GROUND SURFACE

Areas designated for access roads, walkways, and graveled areas shall be scarified to a
depth of 4" (unless otherwise specified) and compacted to 95 percent of maximum dry
density in accordance with AASHTO-T99.

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3.3 SURFACING

Surfacing shall only be done when the ground surface is dry and unfrozen. Placement
shall be made to the line and grade shown on the applicable drawings and as staked by
the contractor. Compaction shall be performed with a steel wheel tandem or 3-wheel
roller not weighing less than eight tons or a method satisfactory to the Resident Engineer.

3.4 PLACEMENT OF ROAD STABILIZING/WEED CONTROL FABRIC

The fabric shall be installed on the prepared subgrade rolled out directly upon the
prepared surface and shall not be dragged over any surface. Fabric in place shall have a
smooth surface and shall be free of folds, wrinkles, cuts, or other imperfections.
Individual panels of fabric shall be overlapped 18 inches minimum with the preceding
layer overlapping the following layer in the direction that surfacing material will be
spread. No vehicular traffic will be permitted directly upon the fabric.

3.5 AGGREGATE PLACING

Aggregate surfaced roads, walkways, parking areas, and turn around areas, shall consist
of a minimum of 4 inches deep compacted crushed rock (3/4 max aggregate) unless
otherwise shown on the Project Drawings. Aggregate shall be compacted by roller.

3.6 COMPACTION AND GRADING

Compaction shall closely follow the spreading operation to prevent loss of contained
moisture or displacement of materials. Any irregularities or depressions that develop in
the layers under rolling operations shall be corrected by loosening the material and
removing or adding aggregate and re-rolling. The rolling shall be continued until the
surface is shown to be smooth and uniform, and to such trueness that when tested with a
10-foot straightedge it shall not show any deviation in excess of 1/4-inch. At all places
not accessible to the roller, the aggregate of each layer shall be tamped separately and
compacted to grade and line with mechanical tampers.

If any subgrade material is worked into the aggregate material during the compacting or
finishing operations, all granular material within the affected areas shall be removed and
replaced with new aggregate. The Resident Engineer may restrict hauling or traffic over
the completed or partially completed base after inclement weather or at any time when
the subgrade is soft, and there is a tendency for the subgrade material to work into the
base material.

Compaction requirements are 95 percent maximum dry density as determined by


AASHTO T 180. Compaction shall continue until no further discernible compaction is
evidenced under action of the compaction equipment.

The completed thickness of the aggregate surface course shall be within inch, plus or
minus, of the thickness indicated on the plans.

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3.7 PREPARATION OF SUBGRADE

Clean of all foreign substances from the subgrade, including shoulders. At the time of
surface course construction, the subgrade shall contain no frozen material. Ruts or soft
yielding spots in the subgrade areas having inadequate compaction and deviations of the
surface from the requirements set forth herein shall be corrected by loosening and
removing soft or unsatisfactory material and by adding approved material, reshaping to
line and grade and recompacting to density requirements specified herein. The completed
subgrade shall not be disturbed by traffic or other operations and shall be maintained by
the Contractor in a satisfactory condition until the surface course is placed.

3.8 PLACEMENT OF SOIL STERILANT

Water-soil liquid soil sterilant (herbicide) shall be applied to all finished roads,
walkways, parking areas, and areas where crushed rock was installed. Apply herbicide
per the manufacturers instructions.

3.9 QUALITY ASSURANCE

3.10.1 Testing

Compaction testing shall be arranged by the contractor and performed by an independent


testing company (in the presence of the Resident Engineer) at the expense of the
contractor. If these tests show that the compaction is less than specified, the contractor
shall correct the situation and be responsible for all associated cost.

3.10.2 Certification

The contractor shall furnish a certificate that all materials, compositions, densities and
mixtures to be used in the construction of access roads and walkways meet local or state
requirements. The contractor shall provide the Resident Engineer, at the time of delivery,
two copies of the aggregate delivery ticket or bituminous concrete delivery ticket. The
tickets shall indicate the delivery date, time dispatched, name and location of the project,
name of contractor, name of supplier, truck number, quantity and composition of job mix
formula.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 02740

FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.1.1 American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM)

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 WEATHER LIMITATIONS

MATERIALS
2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
2.1.1 Asphalt Mixing Plant
2.1.1.1 Truck Scales
2.1.1.2 Testing Facilities
2.1.1.3 Inspection of Plant
2.1.1.4 Storage Bins
2.1.2 Hauling Equipment
2.1.3 Asphalt Pavers
2.1.3.1 Receiving Hopper
2.1.3.2 Automatic Grade Controls
2.1.4 Rollers

2.2 Asphaltic Aggregates


2.2.1 Coarse Aggregate
2.2.2 Fine Aggregate
2.2.3 Mineral Filler
2.2.4 Aggregate Gradation

2.3 ASPHALT CEMENT BINDER


2.4 BASE COURSE

EXECUTION
3.1 TRANSPORTATION AND PLACING
3.1.1 Transportation
3.1.2 Placing

3.2 COMPACTION
3.2.1 Density Requirements
3.3 JOINTS
3.3.1 Transverse
3.3.2 Longitudinal

3.4 BASE COURSE

3.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE


3.5.1 Testing
3.5.1.1 In-Place Density
SECTION 02740

FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.
The publications are referred to within the text by basic designation.

1.1.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

ASTM C 29 Bulk Density (Unit Weight) and Voids in Aggregate


ASTM C 117 Materials Finer than 75 Micrometer (No. 200 Sieve in Mineral
Aggregates by Washing)
ASTM C 127 Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity) and Absorption of
Coarse Aggregate
ASTM C 128 Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity and Absorption of
Fine Aggregate
ASTM C 136 Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse
Aggregates
ASTM D 242 Mineral Filler for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
ASTM D 692 Coarse Aggregates for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
ASTM D 946 Penetration Graded Asphalt Cement for Use in Pavement
Construction
ASTM D 995 Mixing Plants for Hot-Mixed, Hot-Laid Bituminous Paving
Mixtures
ASTM D 1073 Fine Aggregates for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
ASTM D 2950 Density of Bituminous Concrete in Place by Nuclear Methods
ASTM D 3381 Viscosity-graded Asphalt Cement for Use in Pavement
Construction

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Mix Design- To be submitted to project engineer for approval prior to


any asphalt work.

Asphalt Cement Binder- To be submitted to project engineer for approval prior to


any asphalt work.

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Test Reports- To be submitted to the project engineer by an independent
testing agency no less than 7 calendar days after asphalt
application.

Delivery Tickets- To be furnished to the Resident Engineer upon request.

1.3 WEATHER LIMITATIONS

The Hot-Mix asphalt shall not be placed on top of a wet surface or when the
surface temperature of the underlying course is less than 45 degrees F.

PART 2 MATERIALS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Perform the work consisting of pavement courses composed of mineral aggregate and
asphalt material heated and mixed in a central mixing plant and placed on a prepared
course. HMA designed and constructed in accordance with this section shall conform to
the lines, grades, thicknesses, and typical cross sections indicated. Construct each
course to the depth, section, or elevation required by the drawings and roll, finish, and
approve it before the placement of the next course.

2.1.1 Asphalt Mixing Plant


Plants used for the preparation of hot-mix asphalt shall conform to the requirements of
AASHTO M 156 with the following changes:

2.1.1.1 Truck Scales

Weigh the asphalt mixture on approved, certified scales at the Contractor's expense.
Inspect and seal scales at least annually by an approved calibration laboratory.

2.1.1.2 Testing Facilities


Provide laboratory facilities at the plant for the use of the Government's acceptance
testing and the Contractor's quality control testing.

2.1.1.3 Inspection of Plant

Provide the Contracting Officer with access at all times, to all areas of the plant for
checking adequacy of equipment; inspecting operation of the plant; verifying weights,
proportions, and material properties; checking the temperatures maintained in the
preparation of the mixtures and for taking samples. Provide assistance as requested, for
the Government to procure any desired samples.

2.1.1.4 Storage bins


Use of storage bins for temporary storage of hot-mix asphalt will not be permitted
without prior approval of the project engineer.

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2.1.2 Hauling Equipment

Provide trucks for hauling hot-mix asphalt having tight, clean, and smooth metal beds.
To prevent the mixture from adhering to them, the truck beds shall be lightly coated
with a minimum amount of paraffin oil, lime solution, or other approved material.
Petroleum based products shall not be used as a release agent. Each truck shall have a
suitable cover to protect the mixture from adverse weather. When necessary to ensure
that the mixture will be delivered to the site at the specified temperature, truck beds
shall be insulated or heated and covers (tarps) shall be securely fastened.

Hauling equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned before and after crossing any runways,
taxiways, or aprons. The contractor shall immediately remove any FOD deposited
within the AOA.

2.1.3 Asphalt Pavers


Provide asphalt pavers which are self-propelled, with an activated screed, heated as
necessary, and capable of spreading and finishing courses of hot-mix asphalt which will
meet the specified thickness, smoothness, and grade. The paver shall have sufficient
power to propel itself and the hauling equipment without adversely affecting the finished
surface.

2.1.3.1 Receiving Hopper

Provide paver with a receiving hopper of sufficient capacity to permit a uniform


spreading operation and equipped with a distribution system to place the mixture
uniformly in front of the screed without segregation. The screed shall effectively
produce a finished surface of the required evenness and texture without tearing,
shoving, or gouging the mixture.

2.1.3.2 Automatic Grade Controls


Equip the paver with a control system capable of automatically maintaining the specified
screed elevation. The control system shall be automatically actuated from either a
reference line and/or through a system of mechanical sensors or sensor-directed
mechanisms or devices which will maintain the paver screed at a predetermined
transverse slope and at the proper elevation to obtain the required surface. The transverse
slope controller shall be capable of maintaining the screed at the desired slope within plus
or minus 0.1 percent. A transverse slope controller shall not be used to control grade.
Provide controls capable of working in conjunction with any of the following
attachments:

a. Ski-type device of not less than 9.14 m 30 feet in length.

b. Taut stringline set to grade.

c. Short ski or shoe for joint matching.

d. Laser control.

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2.1.4 Rollers

Rollers shall be in good condition and shall be operated at slow speeds to avoid
displacement of the asphalt mixture. The number, type, and weight of rollers shall be
sufficient to compact the mixture to the required density while it is still in a workable
condition. Do not use equipment which excessive crushing of the aggregate.

2.2 ASPHALTIC AGGREGATES

Aggregate shall consist of crushed stone, natural sand, and mineral filler as required. The
portion of material retained upon the No. 4 Sieve is coarse aggregate and the portion of
material passing the No. 4 and retained on the No. 200 Sieve is defined as fine aggregate.
The portion of material passing the No. 200 sieve is defined as Mineral Filler.

2.2.1 Coarse Aggregate

Aggregate shall consist of sound, tough, durable particles, free from films of material that
would prevent through coating and bonding with the asphalt material and free from
organic matter and other deleterious substances.

a. The percentage of loss shall not be greater than 40 percent after 500
revolutions when tested in accordance with ASTM C131.

b. The percentage of loss shall not be greater than 18 percent after five cycles
when tested in accordance with ASTM C88 using magnesium sulfate [or 12
percent when using sodium sulfate].

c. The particle shape shall be essentially cubical and the aggregate shall not
contain more than 20 percent percent, by weight, of flat and elongated
particles (3:1 ratio of maximum to minimum) when tested in accordance
with ASTM D4791.

d. Slag shall be air-cooled, blast furnace slag, with a compacted weight of not
less than 1200 kg/cubic meter 75 lb/cu ft when tested in accordance with
ASTM C29/C29M.

e. Clay lumps and friable particles shall not exceed 0.3 percent, by weight,
when tested in accordance with ASTM C142/C142M.

2.2.2 Fine Aggregate

Aggregate shall consist of clean, sound, tough, durable particles. The aggregate particles
shall be free from coatings of clay, silt, and any objectionable material and shall contain
no clay balls.

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a. All individual fine aggregate sources shall have a sand equivalent value not
less than 45 when tested in accordance with ASTM D2419.

b. The fine aggregate portion of the blended aggregate shall have an


uncompacted void content not less than 45.0 percent when tested in
accordance with ASTM C1252 Method A.

c. The quantity of natural sand (noncrushed material) added to the aggregate


blend shall not exceed 25 percent by weight of total aggregate.

d. Clay lumps and friable particles shall not exceed 0.3 percent, by weight,
when tested in accordance with ASTM C142/C142M

2.2.3 Mineral Filler

Shall be non-plastic material meeting the requirements of ASTM D 242.

2.2.4 Aggregate Gradation

The combined aggregate gradation shall conform to gradation specified in Table I. When
tested in accordance with ASTM C 117 and ASTM C 136 and shall not vary from this
low limit on one sieve to the high limit on the adjacent sieve or vice versa. But graded
uniformly from coarse to fine.

Table I: Asphalt Aggregate Gradation


Sieve Size (inch) Percent Passing (by Weight)
100
76-96
3/8 69-89
No. 4 53-73
No. 8 38-60
No. 16 26-48
No. 30 18-38
No. 50 11-27
No. 100 6-18
No. 200 3-6

2.3 ASPHALT CEMENT BINDER

Shall conform to ASTM D 3381, Table 2, Viscosity Grade AR-4000 or ASTM D 946
Penetration Grade 85-100 may be used. Alternatively the local DOT binder and mix
design may be used with the approval of the project engineer. Test data indicating grade
certification shall be provided by the supplier at the time of delivery of each load to the
mix plant.

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2.4 BASE COURSE

The base course shall consist of durable and sound gravel or crushed stone free of lumps
or balls of clay or other objectionable matter. Crushed stone and gravel shall be free from
flat, elongated, soft and disintegrated pieces. Crushed gravel retained upon the No 4 sieve
shall have at least 90% by weight with at least two fractured faces and 100 % by weight
with at least 1 fractured face. The Base course shall be such that it can be compacted
readily with watering and rolling to a firm, stable base and shall conform to the
following.

Table 2: Base Course Gradation


Sieve Size (inch) Percent Passing (by Weight)
1-1/2 100
1 60-100
30-65
No 4 20-50
No 10 15-40
No 40 5-25
No 200 0-10

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 TRANSPORTING AND PLACING

3.1.1 Transporting

Transport the hot-mix asphalt from the mixing plant to the site in clean, tight
vehicles. Schedule deliveries so that placing and compacting of mixture is
uniform with minimum stopping and starting of the paver. Provide adequate
artificial lighting for night placements. Hauling over freshly placed material will
not be permitted until the material has been compacted as specified, and allowed
to cool to 60 degrees C 140 degrees F.
3.1.2 Placing

Place and compact the mix at a temperature suitable for obtaining density, surface
smoothness, and other specified requirements. Upon arrival, place the mixture to the full
width by an asphalt paver; it shall be struck off in a uniform layer of such depth that,
when the work is completed, it will have the required thickness and conform to the grade
and contour indicated. Regulate the speed of the paver to eliminate pulling and tearing of
the asphalt mat. Unless otherwise permitted, placement of the mixture shall begin along
the centerline of a crowned section or on the high side of areas with a one-way slope.
Place the mixture in consecutive adjacent strips having a minimum width of 3 m 10 feet.
The longitudinal joint in one course shall offset the longitudinal joint in the course
immediately below by at least 300 mm 1 foot; however, the joint in the surface course

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shall be at the centerline of the pavement. Transverse joints in one course shall be offset
by at least 3 m 10 feet from transverse joints in the previous course. Transverse joints in
adjacent lanes shall be offset a minimum of 3 m 10 feet. On isolated areas where
irregularities or unavoidable obstacles make the use of mechanical spreading and
finishing equipment impractical, the mixture may be spread and luted with hand tools.

3.2 COMPACTION OF MIXTURE

After placing, the mixture shall be thoroughly and uniformly compacted by rolling.
Compact the surface as soon as possible without causing displacement, cracking or
shoving. The sequence of rolling operations and the type of rollers used shall be at the
discretion of the Contractor. The speed of the roller shall, at all times, be sufficiently
slow to avoid displacement of the hot mixture and be effective in compaction. Any
displacement occurring as a result of reversing the direction of the roller, or from any
other cause, shall be corrected at once. Furnish sufficient rollers to handle the output of
the plant. Continue rolling until the surface is of uniform texture, true to grade and cross
section, and the required field density is obtained. To prevent adhesion of the mixture to
the roller, keep the wheels properly moistened but excessive water will not be permitted.
In areas not accessible to the roller, the mixture shall be thoroughly compacted with hand
tampers. Any mixture that becomes loose and broken, mixed with dirt, contains check-
cracking, or is in any way defective shall be removed full depth, replaced with fresh hot
mixture and immediately compacted to conform to the surrounding area. This work shall
be done at the Contractor's expense. Skin patching will not be allowed.

3.2.1 Density Requirements

Unless otherwise indicated in the final compacted density of the mix shall be as follows:

Table 3: Density Requirements


Requirement Specification Limit
Mat Density, Percent of Theoretical 92.0 96.0
Maximum Density (TMD)
Joint Density, Percent of TMD 90.5 92.5

3.3 JOINTS

In general cold joints are not allowed. If a cold joint is necessary it must be approved in
advance by the resident engineer and shall conform to the specification herein. The
formation of hot joints shall be performed ensuring a continuous bond between the
courses and to obtain the required density. All joints shall have the same texture as other
sections of the course and meet the requirements for smoothness and grade.
3.3.1 Transverse Joints

Do not pass the roller over the unprotected end freshly laid mixture, except when
necessary to form a transverse joint. When necessary to form a transverse joint, it shall
be made by means of placing a bulkhead or by tapering the course. The tapered edge

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shall be cut back to its full depth and width on a straight line to expose a vertical face
prior to placing material at the joint. Remove the cutback material from the project. In
both methods, all contact surfaces shall be given a light tack coat of asphalt material
before placing any fresh mixture against the joint.

3.3.2 Longitudinal Joints

Longitudinal joints which are irregular, damaged, uncompacted, cold (less than 80
degrees C 175 degrees F at the time of placing adjacent lanes), or otherwise defective,
shall be cut back a maximum of 75 mm 3 inches from the top of the course with a cutting
wheel to expose a clean, sound vertical surface for the full depth of the course. All
cutback material shall be removed from the project. All contact surfaces shall be given a
light tack coat of asphalt material prior to placing any fresh mixture against the joint.
The Contractor will be allowed to use an alternate method if it can be demonstrated that
density, smoothness, and texture can be met.

3.4 BASE COURSE

Construct a graded aggregate base course on a well-graded surface. Provide line and
grade stakes for control. The base course shall consist of aggregate processed, deposited,
spread, and compacted. The Contractor shall be responsible for protection of completed
areas against detrimental effects. Recondition, re-shape, and re-compact areas damaged
by rainfall or other weather conditions. Compact to a field density of at least 95% of the
Maximum Density at Optimum Water Content.

3.5 QUALITY CONTROL

3.5.1 TESTING

Testing shall be the responsibility of the Contractor at no additional cost to the


Government. Testing shall be performed by an approved commercial testing laboratory or
by the Contractor subject to approval. Tests shall be performed in sufficient numbers to
ensure that specified density is obtained. Test results shall be furnished to the Resident
Engineer.

3.5.1.1 In-Place Density

Conduct any necessary testing to ensure the specified density is achieved. A nuclear
gauge may be used to monitor pavement density in accordance with ASTM
D2950/D2950M.

* * * END OF SECTION * *

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SECTION 02930

SEEDING

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 ASTM International (ASTM)
1.2.2 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING


1.4.1 Delivery
1.4.1.1 Seed Protection
1.4.1.2 Fertilizer Delivery
1.4.2 Storage
1.4.2.1 Seed and Fertilizer Storage
1.4.2.2 Topsoil
1.5 TIME RESTRICTIONS AND PLANTING CONDITIONS

PRODUCTS
2.1 FERTILIZER

2.2 SEED

2.3 TOPSOIL

2.4 MULCH
2.4.1 Straw
2.4.2 Hay

EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION OF GROUND & SEEDING

3.2 ASPHALT ADHESIVE COATED MULCH

3.3 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR


SECTION 02930

SEEDING
PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

All seeded areas disturbed by the contractor shall be restored to its original condition.
The work covered by this section consists of furnishing all labor, materials, tools,
equipment, plant and services necessary to complete the portion of site work including
topsoil placement, sodding and planting specified herein and as shown on the applicable
drawings.

1.4 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.
The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

1.2.1 ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM C602 (2013a) Agricultural Liming Materials

ASTM D4427 (2013) Peat Samples by Laboratory Testing

ASTM D4972 (2013) pH of Soils

1.2.2 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)

AMS Seed Act (1940; R 1988; R 1998) Federal Seed Act

DOA SSIR 42 (1996) Soil Survey Investigation Report No. 42, Soil
Survey Laboratory Methods Manual, Version 3.0

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Fertilizer - To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to placement

Seed Mixture- To be submitted to project engineer for approval


prior to placement

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1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.4.1 Delivery

1.4.1.1Seed Protection

Protect from drying out and from contamination during delivery, on-site storage,
and handling.
1.4.1.2 Fertilizer Delivery

Deliver to the site in original, unopened containers bearing manufacturer's


chemical analysis, name, trade name, trademark, and indication of conformance to
state and federal laws. Instead of containers, fertilizer may be furnished in bulk
with certificate indicating the above information.
1.4.2 Storage

1.4.2.1 Seed and Fertilizer Storage

Store in cool, dry locations away from contaminants.

1.4.2.2 Topsoil
Prior to stockpiling topsoil, treat growing vegetation with application of appropriate
specified non-selective herbicide. Clear and grub existing vegetation three to four weeks
prior to stockpiling topsoil.

1.5 TIME RESTRICTIONS AND PLANTING CONDITIONS

Do not plant when the ground is frozen, snow covered, muddy, or when air temperature
exceeds 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Apply seed within twenty four hours after seed bed
preparation.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 FERTILIZER

A commercial fertilizer, uniform in composition, free flowing and suitable for spreading
with approved equipment shall be used. Fertilizer shall be not less than 40 pounds
nitrogen and 40 pounds phosphorus per acre.

2.2 SEED

New seed shall be applied so that the resulting growth results in a turf that matches the
undisturbed surrounding areas. The exact seeding mixture shall be approved by the
Airport.

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2.3 TOPSOIL

Topsoil shall contain from 5 to 10 percent organic matter as determined by the


composition tests of the Organic Carbon, 6A, Chemical Analysis Method
described in DOA SSIR 42. Maximum particle size, 19 mm 3/4 inch, with
maximum 3 percent retained on 6 mm 1/4 inch screen. The pH shall be tested in
accordance with ASTM D4972. Topsoil shall be free of sticks, stones, roots, and
other debris and objectionable materials.

2.4 MULCH

Mulch shall be free from noxious weeds, mold, and other deleterious materials.

2.4.1 Straw

Stalks from oats, wheat, rye, barley, or rice. Furnish in air-dry condition and of
proper consistency for placing with commercial mulch blowing equipment. Straw
shall contain no fertile seed.

2.4.2 Hay

Air-dry condition and of proper consistency for placing with commercial mulch
blowing equipment. Hay shall be sterile, containing no fertile seed.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION OF GROUND & SEEDING

Areas to be seeded shall be raked or otherwise cleared of stones larger than 3" in
diameter, sticks, and other debris which might interfere with sowing of seed and growth
of grasses. Following preparation, fertilizer shall be uniformly spread over the entire area
to be seeded. Immediately after fertilizing the seed shall be sown at the specified rate and
the seed shall be raked in 1/2 to 3/4 inch.

3.2 ASPHALT ADHESIVE COATED MULCH

Hay or straw mulch shall be spread simultaneously with asphalt adhesive applied
at a rate between 666 to 866 liters per hectare 10 to 13 gallons per 1000 square
feet, using power mulch equipment which shall be equipped with suitable asphalt
pump and nozzle. The adhesive-coated mulch shall be applied evenly over the
surface. Sunlight shall not be completely excluded from penetrating to the ground
surface.

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3.3 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

The contractor shall maintain seeded and sodded areas until the Contractor Acceptance
Inspection. Maintenance shall consist of watering and mowing operations and protecting
such areas from traffic. Repair shall consist of reestablishing seed or sod areas damaged
by traffic, erosion, drought, fire, or water. Such areas shall be re-sodded or re-seeded in
accordance with this specification or as directed by the Resident Engineer until a
satisfactory growth is obtained.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 03100

CONCRETE FORMWORK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

PRODUCTS
2.1 FORMS

2.2 CYLINDRICAL CONCRETE PIERS

2.3 FORM TIES

2.4 FORM OIL

EXECUTION
3.1 FORM WORK PLACEMENT

3.2 FORM CURING

3.3 FORM REMOVAL


SECTION 03100

CONCRETE FORMWORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment and materials as required to locate and
place concrete forms specified herein or on applicable drawings.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 FORMS

Forms shall be wood, plywood, metal or other approved material. The contractor may
use prefabricated forms for cylindrical foundations if indicated on the applicable
drawings. All form materials shall be of the grade or type suitable to obtain the kind of
finish specified.

2.2 CYLINDRICAL CONCRETE PIERS

All cylindrical concrete piers, if required, shall be formed to a depth of two feet
minimum. Use approved cylindrical forms.

2.3 FORM TIES

Form ties shall be either fixed band type or threaded internal disconnecting type with a
working load suitable to prevent deformation of forms. They shall be of the type as to
leave no metal closer to the surface than 1/2 inches for steel ties and 1 inch for stainless
steel ties. Twisted wire ties shall not be permitted.

2.4 FORM OIL

Form oil shall be nonstaining and shall not cause softening of the concrete or impede the
wetting of surfaces to be cured with water or curing compounds.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 FORMWORK PLACEMENT

Formwork shall not be placed prior to inspection, testing or approval of the excavated
area and imbedded items by the Resident Engineer. Forms shall result in a final structure
which does not exceed +1/2 inch variation in any dimension shown on the applicable
drawings. Form joints shall be sufficiently tight to prevent leakage of mortar. Form oils

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shall be placed on forms or form ties and shall be removed from reinforcing steel or
conduits if accidentally applied to such.

3.2 FORM CURING

In hot, dry climates, wood forms remaining in place shall not be considered adequate
curing, but shall be loosened so that the concrete surfaces may be cured in accordance
with 3-3.6.

3.3 FORM REMOVAL

Forms shall not be removed until concrete has attained at least 30 percent of the specified
28-day compressive strength.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 03200

CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
1.2.2 American Concrete Institute (ACI) Standards

PRODUCTS
2.1 REINFORCING STEEL

2.2 TIE WIRE, CHAIRS, AND SPACERS

EXECUTION
3.1 REINFORCEMENT SURFACES

3.2 BENDING

3.3 HOOKS

3.4 PLACING REINFORCEMENT

3.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE


SECTION 03200

CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall provide the necessary labor, materials and equipment for the
placement of steel reinforcement as specified herein and shown on the applicable
drawings.

1.2 REFERENCES

The following specifications and standards of the issues currently in force, form a part of
this section and are applicable as specified herein.

1.2.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

ASTM A 615 - Deformed Billets Steel Bars for Conc. Reinforcement

ASTM A 185 - Welded Wire Fabric for Concrete Reinforcement

1.2.2 American Concrete Institute (ACI) Standards

ACI 315 - Manual of Engineering and Placing Drawings for Reinforced Concrete
Structures

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 REINFORCING STEEL

Reinforcing steel shall be new, clean, undamaged, and unless otherwise indicated,
conforming to ASTM A-615, grade 60.

2.2 TIE WIRE, CHAIRS, AND SPACERS

All devices necessary to properly space, support and fasten steel reinforcement in place
during concrete placement shall conform to ACI 315. Tie wire shall be 16 gauge or
larger annealed iron wire.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 REINFORCEMENT SURFACES

Steel reinforcement shall be free of mud, oil or other nonmetallic coatings which may
affect bonding quality. Mill scale or rust remaining after hand brushing with a wire brush
is permissible.

3.2 BENDING

All bends in bars and ties shall be cold bent. No bends shall be made in bars or ties
partially embedded in concrete.

3.3 HOOKS

Hooks indicated shall be 180 degree hooks. The bend diameter as measured on the inside
of the bar shall be not less than 6 bar diameters for bars and not less than 1-1/2 inches for
#3 ties.

3.4 PLACING REINFORCEMENT

Steel reinforcement shall be accurately placed at the spacing and in the sizes indicated on
the applicable drawings and secured against displacement during the pour operations.
Reinforcement shall be placed within +l/2 inch of the indicated dimensions.

3.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Two copies of mill certificates of steel compliance with ASTM A 615 shall be submitted
to the Resident Engineer at the time of site delivery. The certificate shall be signed by an
authorized officer of the contractor, and shall include the project name and location, and
the quantity and delivery date to which the certificate applies.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 03300

CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
1.2.2 American Concrete Institute (ACI) Specification

1.3 SUBMITTALS

PRODUCTS
2.1 CEMENT

2.2 AGGREGATES

2.3 WATER

2.4 ADMIXTURES

2.5 QUALITY
2.5.1 Slump
2.5.2 Strength
2.5.3 Air Content
2.5.4 Proportions

2.6 EXPANSION JOINT FILLER

2.7 EXPANSION JOINT SEALANT

EXECUTION
3.1 MIXING AND PLACING CONCRETE
3.1.1 Site Preparation
3.1.2 Mixing
3.1.3 Conveying
3.1.4 Depositing
3.1.5 Cylindrical Concrete Piers
3.1.6 Consolidation
3.1.7 Finish
3.2 CURING

3.3 ANCHOR BOLTS, PLATES, AND COUPLINGS


3.3.1 Anchor Bolts and Plates
3.3.2 Embedded Couplings

3.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE


3.4.1 Testing
3.4.2 Concrete Certification

3.5 REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT


SECTION 03300

CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall provide the necessary materials, labor and equipment for the
placement of concrete as specified herein and shown on applicable drawings.

1.2 REFERENCES

The following specifications and standards of the issues currently in force, form a part of
this section and are applicable as specified herein.

1.2.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Specifications

ASTM C 33 Specifications for Concrete Aggregates


ASTM C 94 Specifications for Ready-Mixed Concrete
ASTM C 143 Slump of Portland Cement Concrete
ASTM C 150 Specification for Portland Cement
ASTM C 231 Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
ASTM C 260 Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete
ASTM C 494 Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete

1.2.2 American Concrete Institute (ACI) Specification

ACI 211.1 - Recommended Practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal and
Heavyweight Concrete

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Provide certification signed by material producer and contractor that all materials and
mix compositions comply with the specified requirements.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 CEMENT

All cement shall conform to ASTM C 150, Type I or Type III as indicated on the
drawings.

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2.2 AGGREGATES

Aggregate shall conform to ASTM C 33 except that maximum aggregate size shall be
3/4-inch.

2.3 WATER

Water used in mixing and curing operations shall be clean, and free from oils, acids,
organic matter and chemical suspensions which may adversely affect cure times, strength
requirements or service life of the concrete.

2.4 ADMIXTURES

Air entraining admixtures shall conform to ASTM C 260. Admixtures used for
water-reducing and retarding shall conform to ASTM C 494, Type A or Type D.

2.5 QUALITY

2.5.1 Slump

The concrete shall have a slump of 3 to 4 inches.

2.5.2 Strength

Unless otherwise indicated on the construction drawings, Type I concrete shall have a 28
day compressive strength of 4,000 psi and Type III shall have a 7 day compressive
strength of 4,000 psi.

2.5.3 Air Content

Air entraining for all concrete shall be 4 to 8 percent.

2.5.4 Proportions

Concrete materials shall be proportioned in accordance with ACI 211.1 for site mixed
concrete and ASTM C 94 for ready mixed concrete.

2.6 EXPANSION JOINT FILLER

Use flexible foam expansion joint filler such as Ceramar by W.R. Meadows, Inc. (or
approved equal). Product shall meet the requirements of ASTM D 1752, Sections 5.1
through 5.4 with the compression requirement modified to 10 psi minimum and 25 psi
maximum and shall be compatible with hot-pour joint sealers.

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2.7 EXPANSION JOINT SEALANT

Use one-part self-leveling polyurethane sealant such as Sonolastic SL1 by Sonneborn (or
approved equal). Product shall comply with Federal Specification TT-S-00230C, Type 1
Class A; ASTM C 920, Type S, Grade P, Class 25, Use T, M.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 MIXING AND PLACING CONCRETE

3.1.1 Site Preparation

Prior to placing concrete all areas to receive concrete shall be inspected and approved by
the Resident Engineer. Concrete shall not be deposited on muddy or frozen material. All
surfaces to be in contact with the concrete shall be wetted.

3.1.2 Mixing

All mixers used for ready mix or site mix operations shall be cleaned prior to material
recharge. The area of operation of the mixers shall be such as to not endanger existing
structures or excavations. All concrete shall be mixed until there is a uniform distribution
of materials. Concrete having attained initial set or having contained water for more than
90 minutes shall not be used in the work.

3.1.3 Conveying

Concrete shall be conveyed from the mixer to the deposit site by equipment which will
prevent separation or loss of material and which will ensure a nearly continuous flow of
material at the deposit site.

3.1.4 Depositing

Concrete shall be placed in such a manner as to prevent displacement of forms or


reinforcement. Placing shall be stopped if contamination due to sloughing occurs until the
contaminant can be removed. In the case of form or reinforcement displacement, placing
may be continued only if the displacement is corrected within specified tolerances. The
placing of concrete shall be a continuous operation at each deposit site and shall be
completed within 1-1/2 hours after the addition of water. Concrete shall be deposited in
12 to 18 inch layers as level as possible prior to consolidation operations. Under no
circumstances shall fresh concrete be placed over concrete that is no longer plastic. Time
between placements at each deposit site shall not exceed one hour for regular mixes and
two hours for retarded mixes.

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3.1.5 Cylindrical Concrete Piers

Tops of piers shall be furnished flat within the confines of the Sonotube forms. Unless
otherwise approved, the edges shall have a 1/2 or 3/4 radius. No spillage
(mushrooming) over the tops of forms will be allowed.

3.1.6 Consolidation

Consolidation of concrete during and after placing shall be performed using an internal
vibrator with a vibration frequency not less than 150 hertz. Each layer shall be
consolidated so that concrete is thoroughly worked around reinforcement, embedded
items and forms. Vibrators shall penetrate about 6 inches into underlying layers to ensure
proper union of the layers. Movement of the vibrator over the layer shall be such as to
ensure uniform plasticity without pooling of cement.

3.1.7 Finish

After the concrete has been placed and consolidated, the surface shall be screed with
straight edges, floated, and troweled to the required finish level. All concrete surfaces
shall have a smooth finish except for exposed top surfaces which shall have a broom
finish. Broom lines shall be straight and parallel to the form edges and well defined.
Unless otherwise indicated on the drawings, the foundation surface shall be level +/- 1/8"
and all exposed edges shall be chamfered 1 inch (1/2 or 3/4 radius on circular tops). A
NEAT, CLEAN, PROFESSIONAL CONCRETE FINISH IS REQUIRED! Concrete not
meeting this requirement shall be completely removed and replaced at the contractors
expense.

Apply a Concrete Curing Compound (SealMaster or as approved) as directed by the


manufacturer and as approved. Concrete Curing Compound should generally be applied
once the concrete is firm enough to walk on with no surface water present (about one
hour after final trowelling or when application will not mar surface).

3.2 CURING

Concrete shall be maintained above 50 degrees F and less than 120 degrees F and in a
moist condition during the cure period. The cure period shall be 7 days when Type I
Portland cement is used and 3 days when Type III Portland cement is used. Exposed
surfaces shall be covered with burlap, cotton, or other approved fabric or sand. If air
temperatures are expected to exceed 75 degrees F, water curing shall be continuous and
forms shall be loosened as soon as the concrete has set sufficiently to prevent damage. In
conditions where air temperature may be expected to fall below 40 degrees F, equipment
and covering to maintain a 50 degree concrete temperature shall be provided. Salt or
other chemicals to prevent freezing shall not be permitted.

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3.3 ANCHOR BOLTS, PLATES, AND COUPLINGS

3.3.1 Anchor Bolts and Plates

Anchor bolts shall be installed in concrete prior to the concrete setting and at a time and
manner to assure that there is no voids around the bolts. Anchor bolts and plates shall be
set level and plumb, and within a tolerance necessary for their proper alignment and to
the structure support. Flanges and anchors shall be set level and plumb, and within a
tolerance necessary for their proper alignment and to the frangible structure they support.
All bolts and other hardware shall be hot-dipped galvanized and shall be contractor
furnished (unless otherwise indicated to be government furnished).

3.3.2 Embedded Couplings

Couplings embedded in concrete shall be installed so that the top of the coupling is flush
with the top of concrete and conduits to be extended from the coupling are level and
plumb. Foundations with embedded couplings that do not meet this requirement shall be
removed and re-installed at the contractors expense.

3.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

3.4.1 Testing

Testing for the concrete shall be arranged by the contractor and performed by an
independent testing company (in the presence of the Resident Engineer) at the expense of
the contractor. If these tests show concrete strength less than specified, the contractor
shall correct the situation and be responsible for all associated cost.

3.4.2 Certification

The contractor shall furnish a certificate that all materials, compositions, densities and
mixtures to be used meet local or state requirements. The contractor shall provide the
Resident Engineer with a delivery ticket (batch ticket) for ready mix concrete from the
concrete supplier at the time of each delivery which certifies compliance with material
and quality requirements specified herein. The tickets shall indicate the delivery date,
time dispatched, name and location of project, name of contractor, name of concrete
producer, truck number, quantity, air content, admixtures and design strength of the
concrete delivered.

3.5 REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT

The contractor shall restore concrete damaged by work under this contract to its original
condition as directed by the Resident Engineer. The Resident Engineer shall reject any
fresh concrete not meeting slump or air entrainment requirements. Any concrete not

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meeting strength requirements shall be removed and replaced by the contractor. Any
repair or replacement costs shall be paid by the contractor.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 13100

LIGHTNING PROTECTION, GROUNDING & BONDING

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications
1.2.2 Underwriters Laboratories
1.2.3 Federal Aviation Administration

1.3 SUBMITTALS

PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL

2.2 HANDHOLE BUS BAR

2.3 AIR TERMINALS

2.4 CONDUCTORS

2.5 FASTENERS

2.6 FITTINGS

2.7 GROUND RODS

2.8 FACILITY COUNTERPOISE (EES)

2.9 JORDAN DISSIPATION PLATES

2.10 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

2.11 BONDING JUMPERS

2.12 ADHESIVE

2.13 OTHER HARDWARE

EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL
3.2 AIR TERMINAL ASSEMBLIES

3.3 DOWN CONDUCTORS

3.4 STRUCTURAL STEEL

3.5 GROUND RODS

3.6 METAL CONDUITS

3.7 METAL BODIES

3.8 DUCT BANK

3.9 BULKHEAD PLATE

3.10 MAIN GROUND PLATE

3.11 MAIN POINT PLATE

3.12 GROUNDING CONNECTIONS

3.13 OTHER HARDWARE

3.14 UNDERGROUND CONNECTIONS

3.15 HANDHOLES
3.15.1 Handhole Bus Bars
3.15.2 Galvanized Rigid Metal Conduit

3.16 JORDAN DISSIPATION PLATES

3.17 TESTING
3.17.1 Earth Resistance Test
SECTION 13100

LIGHTNING PROTECTION, GROUNDING & BONDING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment and materials as necessary to install
lightning protection and grounding systems as specified on the drawings and in this
specification. The contractors work shall comply with all applicable sections of FAA-STD-
019e, Lightning Protection, Grounding, Bonding and Shielding Requirements for Facilities.
The major work items for this project are as follows:

1.2 REFERENCES

The following specifications and standards of the issues currently in force, form a part of
this section, and are applicable as specified herein.

1.2.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications-

No. 70 National Electric Code


No.780 Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems

1.22 Underwriters Laboratories

UL 96A Installation requirements for Lightning Protection Systems


UL 96 Standard for safety for lightning Protection Components

1.2.3 Federal Aviation Administration

FAA STD 019e Lightning Protection, Grounding, Bonding and Shielding


Requirements for Facilities
FAA-STD-020b Transient Protection, Grounding, Bonding and Shielding
Requirements for Electronic Equipment
FAA-C-1217f Electrical Work, Interior

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Ground Conductor- Catalog sheet to be submitted to project engineer for


approval
Ground Rod- Catalog sheet to be submitted to project engineer for
approval
Surge Protection Device- Catalog sheet to be submitted to project engineer for
approval

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Insulated Grounding Bushings- Catalog sheet to be submitted to project engineer for
approval
Hand Hole Bus Bar- Shop drawing to be submitted to project engineer
for approval
Jordan Dissipation Plate- Shop drawing to be submitted to project engineer
for approval

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

All lightning protection components and conductor material shall be copper class II.
Copper materials shall not be used on aluminum surfaces. All materials shall be new, the
standards products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such
materials, and of the manufacturers latest designs that comply with those shown on the
drawings and as specified herein. All lightning protection conductors and hardware shall
carry the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. label or have factory certificates that the
material complies with the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. No aluminum or other
dissimilar materials shall be used. . All materials used in this installation shall be in strict
accordance with NFPA 780 and FAA-STD-19e.

2.2 HANDHOLE BUS BAR

Solid copper bus bars for use in handholes, manholes, or vaults shall be 4 inches
by 18 inches and inch thick with insulator stand offs.

3.7 AIR TERMINALS

Air terminals shall be solid copper. Copper air terminals may be nickel plated. Air
terminals shall be a minimum of 24 inches (305 mm) in height, at least 5/8 inches (12.7
mm) in diameter, and shall have a bullet or tip point. Also see FAA-STD-19e (section
4.2.3.5.1).

2.4 CONDUCTORS

All conductors used in a lightning protection system (main, roof, halo loop, down
conductors) shall be class 2 main sized conductors as defined by NFPA 780 or larger. See
FAA-STD-19e (section 4.2.3.2.1). Unless otherwise indicated down conductors shall be
Thompson 28R or approved equal.

2.5 FASTENERS

Fasteners used as a component of the lightning protection system shall be copper or


bronze. Galvanized or plated materials shall not be used.

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2.6 FITTINGS

Bonding devices, cable splicers, and miscellaneous connectors shall be suitable for use
with the installed conductor and shall be copper or bronze with bolt pressure connections
to the cable. Cast or stamped crimp type fittings shall not be used. Compression fittings
may only be used aboveground and in vaults. Any grounding connections which will be
buried must be exothermically welded.

2.7 GROUND RODS

Ground rods shall be copper or copper clad steel, 3/4-inch diameter and a minimum
length of 10 feet. Copper cladding shall be 1/64 inch minimum thick. Also see FAA-STD-
19e (section 4.2.4.3.8).

2.8 FACILITY COUNTERPOISE (EARTH ELECTRODE SYSTEM)

A No. 4/0 AWG bare copper ground consisting of 28 strands and with a cross sectional
area of 211,500 CM connected to ground rods shall form the EES.

2.9 JORDAN DISSIPATION PLATES

At least 24x24x1/4 inches thick copper plates.

2.10 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

The grounding electrode conductor shall have green colored insulation or be bare copper
and sized as shown on the contract drawings. Where not shown, the conductor shall be
sized in accordance with Table 250-95 of the National Electrical Code except that it shall
not be sized smaller than No. 6 AWG. The grounding conductor for the bulkhead plates
shall be a No. 4/0 AWG insulated copper cable.

2.10 BONDING JUMPERS

Bonding jumpers used in interior locations to bond sections of metal objects shall be
insulated copper and sized in accordance with Table 250-95 of the NEC.

2.11 ADHESIVE

Mastic shall be of the type suitable for bonding to fiberglass surface of shelters.

2.12 OTHER HARDWARE

Fasteners shall be of the same materials as the conductor base material or copper in most
cases. Fasteners shall not be made of aluminum, galvanized steel or plated materials.
Bonding devices, cable splicers and connectors shall be suitable for use with the installed
conductor and be copper or bronze with bolt pressure connections.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

The grounding system for the facility shall be as indicated on the contract drawings, as
specified in FAA STD 19e, as required by the applicable documents and as specified
herein. In the event of conflicting requirements, the most stringent shall apply.

3.2 AIR TERMINAL ASSEMBLY

Install assembly and air terminal as shown on the drawings. Top of air terminal shall be as
shown on the drawings and in no case less than 10-inches above any antennas, obstruction
lights, etc. Anchor antenna down conductor to mast every 3 feet with U-bolt pipe clamps,
Thompson No. 803, or equal.

The tip of vertical air terminals shall not be less than 5 feet above adjacent walking or
working surfaces to avoid the risk of personnel injury.

3.3 DOWN CONDUCTORS

Down conductors shall be routed down the inside legs of the tower wherever practical
unless shown otherwise on the project drawings. Install down conductor in a neat manner,
parallel or perpendicular or plumb to tower/building surfaces, without kinks or excessive sag
or buckling between fastening points. Install down conductors away from power and signal
cables. Down conductors shall maintain a horizontal or downward course and be supported
with fasteners every 3 feet. Bend radius shall not be less than 8 inches. Bends less than 90
degrees will not be allowed. Down conductors shall be exothermically welded to a 4/0
AWG copper conductor prior to entering the ground at not less than 18 inches above ground
level. The 4/0 AWG copper conductor shall enter the ground and be welded to ground rod
that is exothermically welded to the EES. See FAA-STD-19e (section 4.2.3.4.2).

3.4 STRUCTURAL STEEL

Ground structural steel to the earth electrode system with a #4/0 bare copper cable. Connect
#4/0 cable with a clamp at the base of member and with an exothermic weld at the
counterpoise.

3.5 GROUND RODS

Ground rods shall be driven full length into the earth so that the top is a minimum of 12
inches below finished grade. Ground rods shall be located 2 to 6 feet outside the
foundation or exterior footing of the structure. Where ground rods cannot be driven
because of soil conditions, a ground plate must be installed, and will be substituted at the
rate of one ground plate per ground rod.

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3.6 METAL CONDUITS

Conduits shall be terminated with an insulated, grounding bushing at all junction boxes,
handholes and building entries. Conduits in enclosures shall be interconnected with a single,
grounding conductor. At junction boxes, conduits shall be grounded to the enclosure. At
handholes, the conduits shall be grounded to a ground rod. At building entries, metal
conduits shall be grounded to the multi-point ground plate.

3.7 METAL BODIES

Metal bodies (downspouts, gutters, vents, ladders, etc.) within 6 feet of an exposed
lightning protection system shall be bonded to the lightning protection system with Class
II secondary conductors and approved UL fittings and splicers.

3.8 DUCT BANKS

The contractor shall install a #1/0 AWG bare copper conductor a minimum of 10 inches
above the cables and exothermically weld it to the earth electrode system or a ground rod
at each end. When the width of the cable run or duct does not exceed 3 ft (90 cm), one
guard wire, centered over the cable run or duct, shall be installed. When the cable run or
duct is more than 3 feet (90 cm) in width, two guard wires shall be installed. The guard
wires shall be spaced at least 12 inches (30 cm) apart and be not less than 12 inches (30
cm) nor more than 18 inches (45 cm) inside the outermost wires or the edges of the duct.
The guard wire shall be bonded to the EES at each end and to ground rods at
approximately 90-foot intervals using exothermic welds. The spacing between ground
rods must vary by 10% to 20% to prevent resonance. Install the ground rods at
approximately 6 feet (2 m) on either side of the trench.

3.9 BULKHEAD PLATES

The bulkhead plate in the junction box shall be bonded to the earth electrode system with a
No. 4/0 AWG insulated copper cable. The contractor shall wrap the cable with tape colored
green with a red tracer for a minimum length of 6 inches in the junction box. Connect to
earth electrode system using exothermic welds.

3.10 MAIN GROUND PLATE SYSTEM

Install main ground plate as shown on the drawings and as specified in FAA-STD-19e
(section 4.2.7.1).

3.11 MAIN POINT PLATE

Government-furnished plates shall be mounted on non-conductive material and with


insulated bolts. Connect the new main plate with an insulated, stranded # 4/0 copper
conductor. Attach to plates with copper lugs.

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Note. The main ground plate shall be connect to the ESS with two 4/0 AWG stranded
copper conductors. One of the conductors shall be 30% longer than the other. All signal
grounding shall terminate on this plate.

3.12 GROUNDING CONNECTIONS

All equipment, armored cable, GRS conduit and all other exposed, non-current carrying
metal parts of electrical equipment shall be grounded by an equipment grounding
conductor sized as designated in the drawings and specifications, but in no case smaller
than that required by Table 250-95 of the NEC. Bare conductors shall not be permitted
except for where shown on the drawings. All connections to the equipment to be
grounded shall be made with a ground connector specifically intended for that purpose.
Connecting screws or mounting bolts are not suitable for use as grounding connections.
Connections to ground electrodes and all other underground connections shall be
exothermic welded except at access wells. Connections at access wells shall be made
using pressure connectors or clamps. Soft soldered or brazed connections shall not be used
for any part of the power grounding system, EES or the lightning protection system (air
terminals, roof conductors, down conductors, fasteners, and conduit). Soft solder shall
only be used to improve conductivity at joints already secured with mechanical fasteners.
Soft solder shall not be used to provide mechanical restraint.

3.13 OTHER HARDWARE

Install hardware in a neat manner, parallel or perpendicular or plumb where fastened to


surfaces. Prior to bonding to surfaces, all connection points shall be cleaned of paint,
insulation and other non-conducting materials over an area that extends at least inch
beyond the bonding surface of the larger member.

3.13 UNDERGROUND CONNECTIONS

No part of the underground cable or connections shall be concealed until the Contracting
Officers Representative has inspected, tested and approved the ground rods or plates,
conductors and connections in that part of the system. Any faulty connections or items shall
be corrected or replaced as directed by the Contracting Officers Representative.

3.14 HANDHOLES

3.15.1 Handhole Bus Bars

Bus bars shall be installed approximately 12 inches off the vault floor so as to not
interfere with conduit. All grounding connections in the vault shall be connect to the bar
with mechanical two hole lugs. Connect a bare copper 4/0 AWG from the bus bar to the
nearest ground rod. The 4/0 shall be exothermically welded to the ground rod.

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3.15.2 Galvanized Rigid Metal Conduit (GRMC)

Galvanized rigid metal conduit entering a handhole shall be equipped with an insulated
grounding bushing. Install a green number 6 AWG from the bushing to the bus bar in the
vault. In all other locations GRMC will terminate with an insulated grounding bushing and a
number 6 AWG ground. In locations where an insulated grounding bushing cannot be used,
such as underground GRMC to PVC transitions, a bare copper number 6 AWG shall be
exothermically welded to the GRMC with the other end of the conductor connected to the
EES.

3.15 JORDAN DISSIPATION PLATES

These plates should be installed in a vertical plane to take advantage of seasonal moisture
and temperature changes in the soil. Install the plates at the same depth or deeper than the
interconnecting conductor, but maintain a minimum of one-foot of native soil above the
upper edge of the plate. Attachment to the EES shall be with a 4/0 AWG bare stranded
copper conductor, exothermically welded to the EES and the plate. For maximum
performance, the attachment point at the plate shall be at the center of the plate, not near
the edge or the corners.

3.16 TESTING

3.15.1 Earth Resistance Test

Contractor shall measure the earth electrode grounding resistance of the installed
counterpoise. Test shall be a 3-point earth resistance test. The maximum resistance
acceptable shall be 10 ohms. If the measured resistance to ground is not ten ohms or less,
additional grounding electrodes shall be installed. The contractor shall provide two sets
of the grounding electrode test to the FAA.

* * * END OF SECTION * * *

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DIVISION 16050

BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL
1.1.1 Workmanship
1.1.2 Interpretation of Drawings
1.1.3 Rules
1.1.4 Coordination
1.1.5 Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)
1.1.6 TRDR forms
1.1.7 Utility Service and Interruption of Service

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications
1.2.2 F.A.A. Specifications and Standards

PRODUCTS
Not Used

EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL
DIVISION 16050

BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

This section covers the requirements for electrical work. The work covered under this
section consists of furnishing all labor, tools, equipment and material to install the
electrical work shown on the drawings and/or described by these specifications.

1.1.1 Workmanship

All electrical installation work shall be performed by experienced electricians regularly


engaged in this type of work and properly licensed when required. All materials and
equipment shall be installed in conformance with the contract documents, and in
accordance with recommendations of the manufacturer as approved by the Resident
Engineer.

1.1.2 Interpretation of Drawings

In general, the drawings utilize accepted diagrammatic symbolism to indicate electrical


construction work. This symbol does not have any dimensional significance. The layout
of wiring, circuits, outlets, and equipment is developed as an engineering aid and should
not be interpreted as a release from responsibility for installing the work without space
conflict, but all work shall be installed in accordance with the diagrammatic intent of the
drawings. The contract drawings indicate the extent and approximate location and
arrangement of equipment, conduit, and wiring. The Contractor shall determine exact
location from field measurements, so that the outlets and equipment will be properly
located and accessible. If any conflicts occur necessitating departures from the contract
drawings, details of departures and reason shall be submitted as soon as possible for
written approval from the Site Representative. In the event of a discrepancy between the
specifications and the drawings, the specifications shall prevail.

1.1.3 Rules

The installation shall conform to this specification, the contract drawings and to the
applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code, local code, or FAA standards.
In cases where regulations and/or contract documents are conflicting or discrepancies
occur, the more stringent requirement shall be followed and enforced.

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1.1.4 Coordination

It is the responsibility of the contractor to totally familiarize himself/herself with the


scope of the work involved and to coordinate his work with the other trades and
personnel involved with the job site.

Additionally it is the responsibility of the contractor to coordinate any facility outages


with the appropriate FAA and airport personnel. Under no circumstances does the
contractor have the authority to de-energize any FAA equipment.

1.1.5 Lock Out - Tag Out (LOTO)

It is the responsibility of the contractor to prepare a LOTO plan for energizing the new
equipment. The contractor shall submit a plan to the FAA for approval before any
electrical work can begin. The contractor shall locate all power lines and transformers
inside the AOA that provides electrical service to the facilities covered in this
specification and will install new labels as approved by the FAA on all above ground
transformers. Provide two sets of spare fuses for all transformers and power racks. See
attachment for an example of information needed for the LOTO plan.

1.1.6 TRDR forms

The contractor will complete all tests and complete the TRDR forms as shown in the
attachment.

1.1.7 Utility Service and Interruption of Service

Contact on site FAA personnel to coordinate outages for power and equipment
connections. The FAA Operations at this facility are providing aircraft flight control
and assistance information which is required for safety of the aircraft and the public,
therefore, any power loss to facility equipment is very serious and must be carefully
coordinated with facility personnel. Unscheduled interruptions of electrical service
to FAA facilities or equipment may cause aircraft accidents and loss of life. Work
requiring a temporary or permanent de-energizing of equipment shall be scheduled
in writing with the onsite FAA maintenance personnel through the Contracting
Officers Representative. Only onsite FAA maintenance personnel are authorized
to energize, de-energize equipment or to operate a circuit breaker, switch or fuse
in a FAA facility. Determine all interface requirements and provide material and
labor needed to complete any connections to be scheduled during an outage. Work
procedures shall include lock-out/tag-out procedures in accordance with FAA
order 3900.49.

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1.2 REFERENCES

The issues currently in force of the following specifications and standards form a part of
this section, and are applicable as specified herein:

1.2.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications

No. 70E National Electrical Code

No. 78 Lightning Protection Code

1.2.2 FAA Specifications and Standards

UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY WITH


THE FOLLOWING FAA SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS:

FAA-C-1217f Electrical Work, Interior

FAA-C-1391d Installation and Splicing of Underground Cables

FAA-STD-019e Lightning and Surge Protection, Grounding, Bonding and


Shielding Requirements for Facilities and Electronic Equipment

PART 2 PRODUCTS
Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

CONTRACTORS SHALL IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE FAA OF ANY


CONFLICTS THAT EXIST WITHIN THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND
BETWEEN THOSE DOCUMENTS AND THE RULES, REGULATIONS AND
CODES OF THE LOCAL UTILITY COMPANY AND LOCAL COUNTY OR STATE
GOVERNING BODIES. IN CASES WHERE REGULATIONS AND/OR CONTRACT
DOCUMENTS ARE CONFLICTING OR DISCREPANCIES OCCUR, THE MORE
STRINGENT REQUIREMENT SHALL BE FOLLOWED AND ENFORCED

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 16100

ELECTRICAL WORK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 FAA Standards and Specifications
1.2.2 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
1.2.3 Federal Specifications
1.2.4 National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
1.2.5 Underwriters Laboratories, INC., UL Standards

1.3 SUBMITTALS

PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL

2.2 MATERIAL SUBSTITUTIONS

2.3 CONDUIT
2.3.1 Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT)
2.3.2 Zinc Coated Rigid Steel Conduit (GRMC/RGS)
2.3.3 PVC Conduit
2.3.4 Liquidtight Metallic Conduit

2.4 CONDUCTORS
2.4.1 Un-insulated Conductors
2.4.2 Insulated Conductors
2.4.3 Multi-Pair Communication/Signal Cable
2.4.4 Wire Delivery

2.5 TAPE

2.6 OUTLET BOXES SHEET STEEL

2.7 RECEPTACLES

2.8 LIGHTING AND POWER PANELBOARDS


2.8.1 Circuit Breakers
2.8.2 Bus Bars
2.8.3 Directories

2.9 WARNING TAPE

2.10 EARTH ELECTRODE STYSEM (EES)

2.11 FRANGIBLE COUPLINGS

2.12 HEAVY DUTY DISCONNECT SWITCH


2.12.1 Fuses

2.13 JUNCITON AND PULL BOXES

2.14 WIREWAYS

2.15 SURGE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT (SPD, TVSS)

EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL

3.2 WORKING CLEARANCES

3.3 CONTRACT DRAWINGS

3.4 WORKMANSHIP

3.5 LOCKOUT/TAG OUT

3.6 OUTAGES

3.7 CIRCUIT NUMBERING

3.8 SPLICES

3.9 EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS


3.9.1 Installation of Equipment Grounding Conductors

3.10 GROUNDING
3.10.1 Grounding Electrode Conductor
3.10.2 Grounding Electrodes
3.10.3 Grounding Connections

3.11 SEPARATION OF POWER AND CONTROL CABLES

3.12 EARTH ELECTRODE SYSTEM (GROUNDING COUNTERPOISE)


3.13 RACEWAY INSTALLATIONS
3.13.1 General
3.13.2 Conduit Installations
3.13.3 Field Bends
3.13.4 Field Cutting and Threading
3.13.5 Holes and Sleeves
3.13.6 Galvanized Rigid Steel (GRS)
3.13.7 Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT)
3.13.8 Flexible Steel Conduit, and Liquidtight Flexible Metallic Conduit
3.13.9 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC or Rigid Nonmetallic) Conduit
3.13.10 Surface Metal Raceways
3.13.11 Wireways
3.13.12 Underground Conduit and Cable Depth Requirements

3.14 JUNCTION, OUTLET, AND PULL BOXES


3.14.1 Special Construction
3.14.2 Junction, Pull and Outlet Boxes

3.15 SUPPORTS AND FASTENERS

3.16 CABLE INSTALLATION IN CONDUIT


3.16.1 Dedicated Neutral and Grounding Conductor

3.17 CABLE TERMINATION

3.18 IDENTIFICATION
3.18.1 Equipment Identification
3.18.2 Conductor Identification
3.18.3 Special Identification

3.19 COLOR CODING OF POWER CONDUCTORS

3.20 PAINTING AND FINISHING

3.21 REPAIR OF EXISTING WORK

3.22 SURGE ARRESTOR

3.23 DEMOLITION REPAIR

3.24 MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT


Section 16100

ELECTRICAL WORK
PART 1 General

1.1 Scope of Work

This specification covers ANY electrical and grounding work that is required. The work
may include exterior wiring, buried conduit, hand holes and the installation of the
Government Furnished (GFM) Equipment.

1.2 REFERENCES

The current issues of the following documents form a part of this specification.

1.2.1 FAA Standards and Specifications

FAA-C-1217f Electrical Work Interior

FAA-STD-019e Lightning and Surge Protection, Grounding, Bonding and


Shielding Requirements for Facilities and Electronic Equipment

FAA-C-1391c Installation and Splicing of Underground Cables

1.2.2 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

NFPA No. 70 National Electric Code


NFPA No. 780 Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection
Systems

1.2.3 Federal Specifications

A-A-59544 Cable and Wire, Electrical (Power, fixed Installation)


W-C-375c Circuit Breakers, Molded Case; Branch Circuit and Service
A-A-59551 Wire, Electrical, (Uninsulated)
HH-I-510 B Insulation Tape, Electrical, Friction
HH-I-553 Insulation Tape, Electrical (Rubber, Natural and Synthetic)
HH-I-595 A Insulation Tape, Electrical, Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive, Plastic, or
Low-Temperature Application
W-B-30 Ballast, Fluorescent Lamp
W-C-586 Conduit Outlet Boxes, Bodies and Entrance Caps
W-C-1094 Conduit and Conduit Fittings; Plastic, Rigid
W-F-406 B Fittings for Cable, Power, Electrical and Conduit, Metal, Flexible
W-F-408 B Fittings for Conduit, Metal, Rigid (Thick-Wall and Thin-Wall
[EMT] Type)

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W-F-414 Fixture, Lighting (Fluorescent, Alternation Current, Recessed and
Surface Ceiling)
W-J-800 C (1) Junction Box; Extension, Junction Box; Cover, Junction Box
(Steel, Cadmium, or Zinc-Coated)
W-P-115 Panel, Power Distribution
W-S-610 B(1) Splice, Conductor
W-S-865 Switch, Box (Enclosed), Surface - Mounted
WW-C-563 Conduit, Metal, Rigid, and Bend and Elbow, Electrical Conduit:
Thin wall Type (EMT)
WW-C-566 Conduit, Metal, Flexible
WW-C-581 D(3) Conduit, Metal Rigid; and Coupling, Elbow, and Nipple, Electrical
Conduit, Zinc-Coated
WW-C-582 Surface Metal Raceways

1.2.4 National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

TC2 Electric Plastic Tubing (EPT), Conduit (EPC-40 and EPC-80) and
Fittings
TC6 PVC Plastic Utilities for Underground Installation
WC 70 Thermoplastic Insulated Wires and Cable for the Transmission and
Distribution of Electrical Energy
WD1 General color requirements for Wiring Devices

1.2.5 Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., UL Standards

UL 6 Rigid Metal Conduit


UL 50 Building Materials List Cabinets and Boxes
UL 96 Lightning Protection Components
UL 96A Installation Requirements for Lightning Protection Systems
UL 486c Splicing Wire Connectors
UL 514b Fittings for Conduit & outlet Boxes
UL 542 Lamp holders, Starters, and Starter Holders for Fluorescent
Lamps
UL 651 Schedule 40 and 80 Rigid PVC Conduit
UL 797 Electrical Metallic Tubing
UL 870 Wireways, Auxiliary Gutters and Associated Fittings

1.3 Submittals

The Contractor shall provide a submittal for the items listed in section 01010 Paragraph
1.4.1 as well as those listed in the attached submittal log.

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PART 2 Products

2.1 General

The contractor-shall furnish all materials not specifically shown as GFM or GFE to
complete the work. Materials required installing the GFE, including lugs, terminations,
mounting hardware, anchoring, etc. shall be provided by the contractor at no additional cost.
Materials and equipment must comply with all contract requirements. Materials furnished
by the Contractor shall be new, the standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged
in the production of such materials, and of the manufacturers latest designs that comply
with the specification requirements. All materials for installation in wet locations shall be
listed and labeled by Underwriters Laboratory (UL) as suitable for wet locations. All
other materials provided by the contractor shall bear the label of UL if the materials are
normally evaluated and labeled by UL. All materials and practices shall be in strict
compliance with FAA-C-1217f. and FAA-STD-19e.

2.2 Material Substitutions

The specific products of manufacturers are spelled out in several instances in this
contract. It will be the responsibility of the Contractor to demonstrate that any product
substitutions that are made do not affect the constructability or quality of the work.

All fuses and circuit breakers included within this electrical power distribution system have
been analyzed with the design short circuit and protective device coordination studies. Any
changes or other manufacturer components that are different than those specified in these
specifications could compromise the design analysis for this modification. All protective
devices obtained by the Contractor for installation as per this specification shall be, as
specified, or a coordination study must be performed by a Professional Engineer at the
Contractors expense, and is subject to submittal and approval by the Site Representative.
Submit time vs. current curves and all manufacturers specifications for these devices for
approval.

2.3 Conduit

Minimum conduit size shall be 3/4 inch unless otherwise specified.

2.3.1 Electric metallic tubing (EMT)

EMT shall conform to UL 797. EMT may be used only in dry interior locations, and
where not subject to physical damage or where specifically shown. Fittings used with
EMT shall be standard compression-type. Where EMT enters enclosures a threaded
connector shall be used to bond the conduit to the enclosure. Indentor type, set-screw type
fitting will not be accepted. EMT connectors shall include insulated grounding bushings.

2.3.2 Zinc coated rigid steel conduit (GRMC/GRS)

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RSC shall conform to UL 6. RSC may be used in all locations and shall be used for all
underground service conductors. For underground installation, the conduit shall conform
to Steel Structures Painting Council Standard, SSPC-PS 10.01. Rigid steel conduits
installed underground shall be field wrapped with 0.01 inch thick pipe wrapping plastic
tape applied with a 50 percent overlap, or shall have a factory applied plastic resin.
Fittings used underground shall be protected by field wrapping as specified herein for
conduit. All fittings used with rigid steel conduit shall be the threaded type, the same
material as the conduit. Conduit straps and Unistrut used to mount GRS conduit shall also
be galvanized. Where conduits enter enclosures without threaded hubs, Myers Hub type
connectors shall be used to securely bond the conduit to the enclosure. In addition, an
insulated grounding bushing shall be installed on the interior thread end of the conduit to
protect conductor insulation.

2.3.3 PVC Conduit

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) conduit shall be schedule 40 (or SCH 80 as indicated), heavy
wall rigid plastic with fittings and accessories designed for direct earth burial,
manufactured to NEMA TC-2 and Federal Specification WW-C-1094; UL listed.
Exposed PVC conduit shall be sunlight resistant.

2.3.4 Liquidtight Metallic Conduit

Liquidtight metallic conduit shall be UL listed for its intended use. Liquidtight grounding
type fittings shall be used at each end of the conduit with an exterior green number 6
AWG conductor routed along the outside of the conduit and connected at each end.

2.4 Conductors

2.4.1 Un-insulated Conductors

All un-insulated conductors shall be copper and shall only be used where specifically
identified within the contract drawings. Uninsulated conductors shall comply with
Federal Specifications A-A-59551.

2.4.2 Insulated Conductors

All power cable furnished for installation shall be soft drawn or annealed copper
conductor and shall comply with Federal Specifications A-A-59551. Unless specifically
indicated on the construction drawings insulation shall be thermoplastic or thermosetting
insulation, type THW, THWN, or XHHW for general use and type THHN for use in
dryareas only. Conductors No. 10 and smaller shall be solid and conductors No. 8 and
larger shall be stranded. Minimum branch circuit conductor size shall be No. 12 AWG.

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2.4.3 Multi-Pair Communication/Signal Cable

Cable shall be 6, 12 or 25 PR #19 Gauge copper shield in accordance with Rural Electric
Association PE-39. The number of pairs for each application is shown on the drawings.
Multi-pair cable shall have both individual shielding for each pair and an overall cable
shield.

2.4.4 Wire Delivery

Wire and cable shall be delivered to the project site in original boxes and factory reels.
Insulation shall have repetitive markings stating the manufacturer, size, type of insulation,
etc.

2.5 Tape

Electrical tape shall be 3M or approved equal and be suitable for the application. Plastic
tape shall conform to Federal Specification HH-I-595 and rubber tape shall conform to
specification HH-I-553.

2.6 Outlet Boxes Sheet Steel

Unless otherwise indicated boxes shall be either the cast metal hub type (for receptacles)
conforming to Federal Specification W-C-596 or shall be one piece galvanized steel
(NEMA-1 and 2 for dry and interior locations and NEMA 3 and 4 for wet and exterior
locations) type conforming to Federal Specification W-J-800. Where not sized on the
drawings, boxes shall be sized in accordance with the NEC. Boxes shall be provided in
the wiring or raceway system for pulling wires, making connections, and mounting
devices. Each box shall have the volume required by the National Electrical Code for the
number of conductors in the box. Each outlet and switch box shall include a grounding
pigtail. Boxes installed for concealed wiring shall be provided with extension rings or
plaster covers. Boxes shall not be supported from sheet metal roof decks. Boxes and
supports shall be fastened with bolts and expansion shields on concrete or brick, with
toggle bolts on hollow masonry units. In open overhead spaces, cast metal boxes
threaded to raceways need not be separately supported. All exterior above ground
receptacles and junction boxes shall be weatherproof.

2.7 Receptacles

All receptacles shall be specification grade in accordance with NEMA STD WD-1 with
screw-type terminals and rate for 20 amps and 125 volts. Receptacles with push-in
connections or a combination of screw-type and push-in connections are not acceptable.
Receptacle shall be provided with screw terminal for landing a grounding conductor.

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2.8 Lighting and Power Panelboards

Panelboards shall be of the size and type indicated on the construction drawings. Panel shall
be dead front type, shall conform to Federal Specification W-P-115, Type I, Class 1, and
shall be UL listed unless specified otherwise. Manufactures shall be as indicated or an
approved substitution. Busses shall be copper with tin coating. Front covers shall be door-
in-door construction allowing access to circuit breaker termination by opening a hinged
cover. Doors shall be lockable and be supplied with locks. Doors over 48 inches high shall
have auxiliary fasteners on top and bottom. All panelboard doors, which include locks, shall
have flush type cylinder locks and catches, keyed alike, with two keys furnished with each
lock. Ground and neutral busses shall be provided by the manufacturer as part of the panel
assembly. The panelboard shall be constructed of code gage galvanized sheet metal and
shall be finished with a rust inhibiting prime coat and two coats of light gray enamel.

2.8.1 Circuit Breakers

All circuit breakers shall be the quick-made, quick-break, bolt on, thermal magnetic type,
shall conform to Federal Specification W-C-375, and shall be U.L. listed. Circuit
breakers shall be rated for the voltage of the circuit on which they are used, and shall
have a minimum interrupting rating of 10,000 amperes, symmetrical for branch breakers,
and 22,000 amperes, symmetrical for main breakers unless indicated otherwise. All
circuit breakers shall have a trip indicating feature. Single pole breakers shall be a full
size module, and two and three pole breakers shall be sized in even multiples of a single
pole breaker. A submittal is required from the Contractor for characteristic curves for
main and branch circuit breakers. Breakers shall be sized so that two single pole breakers
shall not be capable of fitting in a single housing. Multi-pole circuit breakers shall have
an internal common trip mechanism. All circuit breakers and the panelboards in which
the breakers are installed shall be made by the same manufacturer and shall be UL listed
for the panelboard. Self-enclosed circuit breakers shall be mounted in NEMA OS-1, Type 1
enclosures with trip rating, voltage rating, and number of poles as indicated on drawings.

2.8.2 Bus Bars

All buses (phase, neutral, & ground) shall be copper. Bus capacity shall be as indicated on
the drawings. Circuit breaker current carrying connections to bus shall be of the bolted type,
and factory assembled. Stab in types are not acceptable. Bus bar connections to branch
circuit breakers shall be of the sequence phase type. The neutral bus shall be insulated from
panelboards. All panelboards shall have an uninsulated ground bus bolted to the cabinet,
with provision for individual branch circuit ground conductor connections, adequate in size
to accommodate present and future equipment grounding conductors. Isolate ground bus
from the neutral bus. The ground bus bar shall be structurally integral to the panelboard or
attached to the panelboard with a bolt, nut and lock washer. If the ground bus bar is
mounted to the enclosures with screw threads only, a separate, bolted ground lug shall be
installed on the panelboard and bonded to the ground bus bar.

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2.8.3 Directories

Directories shall be typed to indicate the load served by each circuit and shall be mounted
in a holder with protective covering. The directory shall be arranged so that the typed
entries simulate the circuit breaker positions in the panelboard. Circuits shall be
connected as indicated on drawing. Any changes shall be As-Built on the drawings
and a new directory shall be typed to reflect the change.

2.9 Warning Tapes

A plastic warning tape shall be continuous imprinted with the appropriate legend and
shall be located 10 inches (max) below finished grade. Tape shall be foil backed and a
minimum of 6 wide.

2.10 Earth Electrode System (counterpoise)/Lightning Protection System

A. Grounding Conductor

Grounding conductor shall be formed with #4/0 AWG 19 strand bare copper
conductor.

B. Ground Rods

Ground rods shall be inch by 10 feet copper or copper clad steel.

C. Guard Wire Conductor

Shall be #1/0 AWG 19 strand bare copper.

2.11 Frangible Couplings

Frangible couplings for EMT shall be Flight Light Inc Part # 75-59E or 66-961AT,
or Multielectric Part # 961-AG or equal.

2.12 Heavy Duty Disconnects

Safety switches shall be heavy-duty HD types. Unless otherwise indicated switches


installed outdoors, or in damp or wet locations, shall be mounted in NEMA 4X enclosures.
Switch shall be of the voltage and current ratings indicated on the drawings, and each shall
be capable of interrupting ten (10) times the full rated load current. The switches shall be of
the quick-make, quick-break type, and all parts shall be mounted on insulating bases to
permit replacement of any part from front of the switch. All current carrying parts shall be
high-conductivity copper, designed to carry a rated load without excessive heating. Switch
contacts shall be silver-tungsten type or plated to prevent corrosion, pitting and oxidation,
and to assure suitable conductivity. Switches shall have rejection fuse blocks to prevent

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replacement by lower rated fuses and shall be capable of being locked in the on and off
position. The Contractor shall install switches meet the applicable requirements of the
National Electrical Code (NEC). The service entrance disconnect shall be UL rated for
service equipment.

2.12.1 Fuses

A complete set of fuses shall be installed and one set of spares shall be furnished for each
fusible device. Fuses shall have a voltage rating not less than the circuit voltage. Fuse types
shall be as indicated in the construction drawings.

2.13 Junction and Pull Boxes

Indoor junction and pull boxes for electrical work shall be code gauge sheet steel and
provided with a flat screw cover. Unless otherwise indicated exterior junction boxes shall
be NEMA 4X type. Power and Control wiring shall not occupy the same junction box.

2.14 Wireways

Square duct type wireways shall conform to UL Standard 870. Wireways shall be sized as
shown on the construction drawings and shall be hinged cover type. Wiring gutters shall be
electrically bonded together. Unless otherwise indicated wireways shall be NEMA 4X type.

2.15 Surge Suppression Equipment (SPD, TVSS)

Surge arresters shall be installed on the load side of the service disconnect as close as
possible to the service terminals. Separate terminating lugs shall be provided within the
service disconnect for the surge arrester. The arrester input shall be internally fused for
short circuit protection and shall include disconnect capability. The enclosure door shall
include indicating lights to demonstrate that each suppression device is functional. Each
suppression device within the arrester shall be replaceable as a unit. Outdoor arresters
shall come with a NEMA 4 enclosure and enclosure penetrations shall be watertight.
Indoor arresters shall come with a NEMA 12 enclosure. If connected to a panel The SPD
shall be installed on a dedicated circuit. The SPD shall be located as close as possible to
the panel board with the wires being as short and straight as possible. Kinks and sharp
bends shall be avoided. Arresters shall be tested in accordance with ANSI/IEEE C62.11.
In addition the arrester shall meet all requirements of FAA-STD-019E.

PART 3 Execution

3.1 General

The rules, regulations and reference specifications enumerated in section shall be


considered as minimum requirements. FAA requirements often exceed those of
other standards organizations such as NEC. Adherence to other standards shall not relieve
the Contractor from furnishing and installing higher grades of materials and

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workmanship when so required by this specification or on the drawings. All materials and
equipment shall be installed in accordance with the contact drawings and the
recommendations of the manufacturer as approved by the RE. The installation shall be
accomplished by skilled workmen regularly engaged in this type of work. Electricians
shall be properly licensed for the type of work being performed. All installation practices
and materials shall conform to NFPA 70, FAA-C-1217f, FAA-STD-19e, and FAA-C-
1391d.

3.2. Working Clearances

All electrical equipment installed under this project shall be in compliance with NEC
Article 110-26. In no case shall the working clearances of existing equipment be
infringed upon by new equipment installed under this contract.

3.3 Contract Drawings

Where the electrical drawings indicate (diagrammatically or otherwise) the work to be


completed and intended function, the contractor shall furnish all equipment, material, and
labor to complete these installations, and accomplish these indicated functions. Further,
the contractor shall be responsible for taking the necessary actions to ensure that all
electrical work is coordinated and compatible with all other project work. Minor
departures from exact dimensions shown in electrical plans may be permitted where
required to avoid conflict or unnecessary difficulty in placement of a dimensioned item,
provided all contract requirements are met. The contractor shall promptly obtain approval
from the RE prior to undertaking any such proposed departure.

3.4 Workmanship

All materials and equipment shall be installed in accordance with the contract drawings
and manufacturers installation instructions. The installation shall be accomplished by
qualified workers regularly engaged in this type of work. All electrical work shall be
performed by a licensed electrician.

3.5 Lockout/Tag Out

Electrical work shall not be performed on panel boards, switches and other devices when
they are electrically charged (hot). A lockout/tag out procedure shall be followed to make
certain that electrical devices are deactivated. The contractor shall provide a written copy
of the lockout/tag out procedure to the Resident Engineer before electrical work begins.

3.6 Outages

This facility is a functioning part of the National Air Space System that FAA Air Traffic
Control uses to safely route commercial aircraft. Unplanned outages of this facility could
cause a serious disruption of Air Traffic Control Services and put the flying public at risk.
Even the shortest disruption of electrical service must be planned and coordinated in

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advance. The Contractor shall request electrical outages through the Resident Engineer
who will request an outage from Air Traffic Control. It may be that the only time
acceptable to Air Traffic Control is during late evening and very early morning hours.

3.7 Circuit Numbering

All conductors, including neutral and ground conductors, shall be identified at both ends
of the conductor with panel and circuit number indicated. Shrink embossed, circuit
numbering labels shall be used. The Contractor shall provide an updated panel directory
in panels where circuits are changed. The directory shall be typed on a panel directory
specific to the brand of electrical panel.

3.8 Splices

Splices shall be made only at outlets, junction boxes or accessible raceways and
shall conform to Federal Specification WA-A-59213. Splices in stranded wire, and wire
No. 8 and larger, shall be made with compression connectors. Splices in Wire No. 10 and
smaller (solid) shall be made with wire nuts. Insulated wire nuts must be taped for
mechanical integrity. In either case, the splice shall be made both mechanically and
electrically secure and comply with paragraph 110-14 (a) of the National Electrical Code. If
the connector is not insulated, the splice shall be half wrapped with electrical plastic tape
until the thickness is twice the thickness of the original insulation. All splices shall be made
at accessible junction and outlet boxes except where direct burial splices are indicted. All
splices, including those made with insulated wire nuts, shall be insulated with electrical tape
or shrink tubing to an insulation value level equal to or greater than that of the factory
insulated conductors. In cases where more than one cable must terminate at the same
connection point, recommend use two wire Polaris type connectors if there is room for this
configuration, or a special terminal shall be used with multiple barrels provided for multiple
cable termination. Two or more cables are not allowed to terminate with one single lug
designed for only one single termination. Splices made in pole bases, hanholes, manholes, or
direct buried shall be made using a cast resin splice kit designed for direct burial
manufactured by Raychem, 3M, or an approved equal and shall be UL listed for wet
locations.

3.9 Equipment Grounding Conductors

All metallic non-current carrying parts of electrical equipment shall be grounded with
equipment grounding conductors. Equipment grounding conductors shall always be green
insulated copper conductors. They shall be sized in accordance with Table 250-122
Minimum Size Equipment Conductors for Grounding Raceway and Equipment of the
NEC, but not smaller than #12 AWG.

3.9.1 Installation of Equipment Grounding Conductors

Each over current device shall have its own equipment grounding conductor. The equipment
grounding conductor shall be installed in the same conduit as its related branch and feeder
conductors and shall be connected to the ground bus in the branch or distribution panel board.
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Metal conduit housing the equipment grounding conductor shall be electrically continuous,
forming a parallel path to the grounding conductor.

3.10 Grounding

The grounding system for the facility shall be as shown on the drawings and as
specified herein. The National Electrical Code, except where otherwise indicated
herein, shall govern but in no case shall the code be violated. Grounding shall be
in accordance with NFPA 70, FAA-C-1217 f (Section 4.4), and FAA-STD-019E.
An equipment grounding system to properly safeguard equipment and personnel
shall supplement the grounded neutral of the secondary distribution system. Each
overcurrent device shall have its own equipment-grounding conductor. A green
insulated ground wire shall be installed in each conduit used for power conductors
to light fixtures, receptacles, and all electrical equipment. All metallic non-current
carrying parts of electrical equipment shall be grounded with an equipment
grounding conductor whether or not shown on the drawings. When surface metal
raceways, wireways, or cable rack systems are installed, a separate copper
conductor shall be installed on the raceway and shall be properly bonded to each
section. The size of this wire shall be #6, unless otherwise indicated.

3.10.1 Grounding Electrode Conductor

The grounding electrode conductor shall be bare copper and sized as shown on the Project
Drawings. The conductors and interconnecting grounding systems shall be sized in as shown
on the project drawings. The grounding electrode conductor shall bond all grounding
electrodes plus the neutral on the line side of the service disconnect. This conductor shall be
connected to a neutral bus inside the main service disconnect. This ground bus shall be
connected to the neutral bus only at this location.

3.10.2 Grounding Electrodes

Ground rods shall be copper clad steel, 3/4-inch diameter, minimum length 10 feet. Ground
rods shall be driven vertically full length into the earth.

3.10.3 Grounding Connections

All equipment, armored cable, GRS conduit and all other exposed, non-current carrying
metal parts of electrical equipment shall be grounded by an equipment grounding conductor
sized in accordance with Table 250-95 of the NEC whether or not shown on the Project
Drawings. This conductor must be run in the same raceway as the circuit conductors. All
connection points shall be cleaned of paint, insulation and other non-conducting materials
before making the connection. All connections to the equipment to be grounded shall be
made with a ground connector specifically intended for that purpose. Connecting screws or
mounting bolts are not suitable for use as grounding connections. Grounding conductors
passing through conduits shall be attached to all ground bushings on the conduit and on pull
or junction boxes. Connections to ground electrodes and all other underground connections
shall be exothermic welded.
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3.11 Separation of Power and Control Cables

Electric power conductors shall be routed separately from all other conductor types. This
may be accomplished by routing power conductors and other conductors in separate
raceways.

3.12 Earth Electrode System (grounding counterpoise)

The earth electrode system shall be installed as shown on the drawings. The system shall
consist of ground rods driven as shown on the construction drawings. Ground rods shall be
interconnected with a #4/0 AWG bare copper conductor forming a closed loop. The #4/0
conductor shall be buried a minimum of two feet below the ground surface and the top of the
rods shall be a minimum of one foot below the ground surface. All underground metal
conduits shall be connected to the earth electrode system with a cable no smaller than #2
AWG. All underground connects shall be made by exothermic welding process unless
otherwise indicated.

A. Ground Rods

Ground rods shall be driven full length into the earth so that the top is a
minimum of 12 inches below finished grade. Rods shall be three-quarter inch
copper or copper clad steel 10 feet in length unless otherwise indicated.

B. Other Hardware

Install hardware in a neat manner, parallel or perpendicular or plumb where


fastened to surfaces. For surfaces used with adhesive type hardware, clean the
surfaces in accordance with the adhesive manufacturers instructions.

C. Underground Connection

No part of the underground cable or connections shall be concealed until the


Resident Engineer has inspected, tested and approved the ground rods or plates,
conductors and connections in that part of the system. Any faulty connections or
items shall be corrected or replaced as directed by the Resident Engineer.

3.13 RACEWAY INSTALLATIONS

3.13.1 General

Panelboards, surge arresters, disconnect switches, etc., shall not be used as raceways for
conductor routing other than conductors that originate or terminate in these enclosures.
Isolated ground conductor will be allowed to traverse these enclosures. Minimum conduit
or tubing size shall be -inch, but may be -inch for control wiring. Each run shall be
complete before conductors are pulled into the conduit and shall be swabbed before
conductors are installed. All conduit terminations shall include insulated bushings. Ends of

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conduit systems not terminated in boxes or cabinets shall be capped. Crushed or
deformed raceways shall not be installed. All metallic conduit enclosing AC service lines
shall be terminated using conductive fittings to panelboard, the power meter, and to the
service. All buried metallic conduit enclosing signal, control, status and other power
lines shall be terminated using conductive fittings to facility junction boxes, equipment
cabinets, enclosures, or other grounded metal structure.

3.13.2 Conduit Installations

The wiring method shall consist of insulated copper conductors pulled into rigid metallic
conduit, electrical metallic tubing (EMT), or flexible metallic conduit. Conduit system shall
be installed complete before conductors are pulled into the conduit. Each run shall be
cleaned and swabbed before conductors are installed. The minimum size conduit shall be
", and may be minimum for control wiring. All conduit terminations shall include
insulated bushings. Unless otherwise noted on the drawings, conduit installations shall run
parallel or perpendicular to the building lines in a neat and workmanlike manner. Location
of exposed conduit runs will be subject to approval of the Site Representative. Conduit shall
be supported as per NEC requirements. All unused conduits shall have a pull string/wire
installed with a minimum tensile strength of 200lbs. Ten inches minimum slack shall be left
at each end of the conduit.

3.13.3 Field Bends

Field bends shall be avoided where possible. If field bends are used they shall be approved
by the Resident Engineer and shall be made with standard, approved hickeys and conduit
bending devices.

3.13.4 Field cutting and Threading

All field cut conduits shall be square cut and the ends carefully reamed to remove all burrs.
Conduit threads shall be tapered such that they provide continuity and solidly grounded
connections. The use of running threads will not be permitted.

3.13.5 Holes and Sleeves

The contractor shall provide all holes and sleeves necessary to install conduit and
equipment. All required flashing, escutcheon, and sleeves shall be contractor furnished.

3.13.6 Galvanized Rigid Steel (GRS)

Rigid steel conduit maybe used in all locations. For installation below slab or
underground, the conduit shall be factory coated with either .008 inch of epoxy resin per
Spec. MIL-R-21931, .020 inch of polyvinyl chloride, or .063 inch of coal tar enamel per
Spec. MIL-P-15147, or shall be field wrapped with .01 inch thick pipe wrapping plastic tape
designed for this purpose applied with 50% overlap. Method used requires prior
approval by the Site Representative. All fittings for use with rigid steel conduit shall be
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of threaded type of the same material as the conduit. Myers hub type fittings with
insulated grounding bushings shall be used on all penetrations.

3.13.7 Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT)

EMT may be used only in dry interior locations, and where not subject to physical damage.
Fittings to be used with EMT shall be standard fittings designed for use with this type of
conduit. All EMT fittings shall be the compression type. Indenter or set-screw type fittings
will not be acceptable. EMT connectors shall include insulated grounding bushings. Where
conduits enter enclosures without threaded hubs, an appropriate threaded connector with
cast or machined threads (not sheet metal) and locknut shall be used to securely bond the
conduit to the enclosure. In addition, connectors shall have an insulated throat, smooth
bell shaped end, and a metallic insulated grounding bushing shall be installed on the
interior threaded end of the conduit to protect conductor insulation. Insulated grounding
bushings shall be provided to bond ground conductor to raceway. EMT shall not be used
on circuits above 600 volts, nor in sizes greater than 3 inches in diameter.

3.13.8 Flexible Steel Conduit, and Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit

Flexible steel conduit shall be in 6-feet or less nominal lengths for terminal connections
to motors or motor driven equipment, and may be used in short lengths for other
applications as permitted by the NEC. Liquidtight flexible conduit shall be used outdoors
or in wet locations. A separate ground conductor shall be provided across all flexible
connections, in addition to the green equipment ground, and terminated to flexible metal
conduit connectors designed for this purpose. This separate ground conductor shall be
installed on the outside of the flexible connection for inspection purposes and shall be
strapped to the conduit between connectors with UV rated ties. This conductor shall be
shall be at least the same size as the required equipment-grounding conductor per NEC
table 250-122 but in no cases shall be smaller than number 6 AWG. If Liquidtight
flexible conduit is required to be longer than six (6) feet in length, the contractor shall
obtain approval from the Site Representative.

3.13.9 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC or Rigid Nonmetallic) Conduit

PVC shall be heavy wall conforming to UL 651.PVC may only be used underground, in
concrete, or as a 6 maximum vertical riser above grade or floor surface to connect to metal
conduit. Make joints in PVC conduit in compliance with manufacturer's instructions. Make
all bends by means of an electrical heating unit approved by the conduit manufacturer where
standard elbows and fittings cannot be used. Rigid nonmetallic conduit may be used for
lightening protection system conductors and indoors to protect signal-grounding conductors.

3.13.10 Surface Metal Raceways

Surface metal raceways shall conform to Federal Specification W-C-582. Surface metal
raceways shall be installed only in exposed, dry locations where not subject to physical
damage.
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3.13.11 Wireways

Square duct shall only be installed in accessible locations. Covers shall be hinged and
shall also have screw fasteners. Wireways installed in wet or damp locations shall be
rated for these locations.

3.13.12 Underground Conduit and Cable Depth Requirements

Unless otherwise specified, all underground cables, ducts and conduits shall be installed a
minimum of 24 deep to top of conduit.

3.14 JUNCTION, OUTLET, AND PULL BOXES

3.14.1 Special Construction

Furnish pull boxes as shown on the drawings for cable to be installed by others.

3.14.2 Junction, Pull and Outlet Boxes

A junction or outlet box shall be provided at each location indicated in the plans and
specification, or where necessary for compliance with the National Electrical Code, or for a
neat, workmanlike installation. All boxes shall be of sufficient size and shape to meet code
requirements.

3.15 SUPPORTS AND FASTENERS

Supporting methods for all electrical equipment and branch circuitry shall conform to the
best practice, utilize only approved materials, and satisfy all requirements of the National
Electrical Code. Raceways shall be securely supported and fastened in place at intervals
of not more than 10 feet with pipe straps, wall brackets, hangers, or ceiling trapeze.
Raceways shall also be supported within 3 feet (maximum) of termination. Fastening
shall be by toggle bolts on hollow masonry units; by expansion-bolts on concrete or
brick; by machine screws, welded threaded studs, or spring tension clamps on steel work.
Male type nylon anchors or threaded studs driven in by a power charge and provided with
lock washers and nuts may be used in lieu of expansion bolts or machine screws.
Raceways or pipe straps shall not be welded to steel structures. Raceways shall not be
supported from sheet metal roof decks. Do not support conduit or electrical equipment with
wire. All metallic electrical support structures shall be electrically continuous and shall be
bonded to the multipoint ground system or the Earth Electrode System either directly or
indirectly.

3.16 CABLE INSTALLATION IN CONDUIT

The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to insure against damaging the
insulation and conductor during installation in conduit. A non-petroleum based lubricant

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approved by Underwriters Laboratories shall be used if necessary to reduce tension
during pulling. The cable may be pulled by power winch or by hand. Cable ends shall be
sealed with cable end sealing caps or a waterproof tape. Where more than one cable is
installed in a conduit, all shall be pulled at the same time. Splices shall not be pulled into
a conduit. Control cable shall not be installed in the same conduit as power cable.

3.16.1 Dedicated Neutral and Grounding Conductor

Shared/common neutrals shall not be permitted. Neutral conductor sizes shall not be less
than the respective feeder or phase conductor. For each 120 Volt circuit installed under
this contract, the Contractor shall install a dedicated neutral and equipment grounding
conductor throughout the entire circuit. The phase conductor, the neutral and the
equipment grounding conductor shall be properly identified as a set at the source panel,
in every J-box where a termination takes place and at each electrical device where the
circuit terminates. Each utilized single pole overcurrent protective device shall have a
dedicated neutral conductor.

3.17 Cable Termination

Cable terminations shall conform to NEC Article 110-14. Splices shall be made only at
outlets, junction boxes, or in accessible raceways. Terminations of all control, 600V
power, and coaxial cables shall be as specified. Care shall be taken not to damage
conductors when removing insulation. Compression lugs, properly insulated, should be
used whenever possible. Compression splices shall be taped with electrical insulating
tape in a manner which makes their insulation equal to the insulation on the conductors.
Wire nuts may be used to splice conductors sized #10 AWG and smaller. Wire nuts shall
be taped for mechanical security. Compression connectors shall be used to splice
conductors #8 AWG and larger. Multiple cables shall not be terminated in lugs listed for
only one conductor. Splicing in panelboards is not permitted.

3.18 IDENTIFICATION

3.18.1 Equipment Identification

Each of the following types of equipment shall be identified with a nameplate which
shows: the functional name of the unit, voltage utilized, single or three phases as
applicable, the panel and circuit number powering the equipment, and any other pertinent
information. Nameplates shall be non-ferrous metal or rigid plastic, stamped, embossed, or
engraved with 3/8-inch minimum height lettering and numerals. Name plate background
and lettering shall be in black. The plates shall be secured to the equipment with a minimum
of two screws. Switches for local lighting do not need to be identified.

-Panel boards
-Disconnect Switches
-Load Bank
-Automatic Transfer Switch

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-Junction Boxes
-Load Bank Controller
-Battery Charger
-Remote Status Alarm Panel

Additional equipment shall be identified as required in the construction documents.

3.18.2 Conductor identification

In addition to color coding, all feeder, line, phase, branch, and neutral conductors shall be
identified by shrink embossed labels, markers, or equivalent means as approved by the
Site Representative. Panel and circuit numbers shall be identified. Conductor
identification shall be provided at all terminations, and in all junction boxes through
which these conductors pass.

3.18.3 Special Identification

All panelboards and disconnects which are added or modified in this project shall have
the following yellow background type label with black lettering engraved and attached
according to section 3.18.1. The first line shall be -inch lettering.

CAUTION SELECTIVELY COORDINATED


THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE REPLACED WITH
IDENTICAL PROTECTIVE DEVICE TO
MAINTAIN SELECTIVE COORDINATION

3.19 COLOR CODING OF POWER CONDUCTORS

All wiring, including feeders, shall be color coded as specified herein. The color-coding
shall be continuous throughout the facility on each phase conductor to its point of
utilization so that the conductor phase connection is readily identifiable. All feeder and
branch circuits, including neutral conductors, shall be identified at both ends of the
conductor with panel and circuit number indicated. Neutral conductors shall be
continuous. For conductors No. 4 AWG and larger, where color-coding is not available,
color-coded tape, half lapped for a minimum length of 3 inches shall be used with a
maximum spacing of 3 feet. In no case, however, shall green insulated conductors be re-
identified for purposes other than grounding, nor shall white or neutral gray conductors
be re-identified as other than grounded (neutral) conductors. Where conductors are color
coded in this manner, they shall be color coded in all junction boxes and pullboxes,
accessible raceways, panelboards, outlets, and switches, as well as at all terminations.
Conductors shall be color coded as follows:

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Phase Conductors - Phase conductors shall be color coded as follows:

240/120V (240) 208Y/120V 480Y/277V


1-PH 3-W 3-PH 3or4-W 3-PH 4-W
Phase A Black Black Yellow
Phase B Red Red Brown
Phase C Blue Orange
Neutral White White Grey/White

Color coding for conductors in control cables shall be in accordance with NEMA
Standard WC-5. DC power conductors shall be color coded as follows: Positive
conductor, red with brown tracer. Negative conductor, brown with red tracer.

3.20 PAINTING AND FINISHING

Where factory finishes are provided on equipment and no additional field painting is
specified, all marred or damaged surfaces shall be touched up or refinished so as to leave a
smooth, uniform finish at the time of final inspection as directed by the Site Representative.

3.21 REPAIR OF EXISTING WORK

Electrical work shall be carefully laid out in advance. Where cutting, channeling, chasing,
or drilling of floors, wall partitions, ceilings, or other surfaces is necessary for the proper
installation, support, or anchorage of the conduit, raceways, or other electrical work, it shall
be carefully done. Damage to the building, piping, or equipment shall be repaired by skilled
mechanics of the trades involved at no additional cost.

3.22 SURGE ARRESTOR

Arrester shall be compatible with the service voltage, and shall be wired to avoid loops,
sharp bends and kinks, and to minimize the length of the conductor and number of bends.
Arrester enclosure shall be mounted within 4 or less of the service disconnect enclosure
and shall be close nipple directly to the service disconnect. Conductor length shall not
exceed 12 unless approved by the Site Representative. There shall be no
interconnection between neutral and ground within the arrester.

3.23 DEMOLITION REPAIR

Wall sections exposed by demolition of equipment under this Contract shall be


repaired/refinished to match existing. All penetrations and mounting holes shall be
sealed weather-tight and refinished to match surrounding surface. All repairs shall be
made to the satisfaction of the Site Representative.

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3.24 MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

Contractor shall provide all conduits, J-boxes, cable, lugs, terminations, disconnects,
protective devices, etc. as required to complete power and control service to all
mechanical equipment installed/affected by this Contract. The Contractor shall
coordinate all work between mechanical and electrical Sub-Contractors to complete fuel
and ventilation systems even if not specifically identified within the drawings.
Installation not specifically covered in the construction documents shall be performed per
the manufacturer recommendations. Mechanical systems shall be tested and meet
requirements outlined in mechanical drawings and specifications.

***END OF SECTION***

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SECTION 16950

ELECTRICAL TESTING

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE

TESTS
2.1 GENERAL

2.2 INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTS


2.2.1 Existing and Government Furnished Conductors
2.2.2 Failure of Cable Under Test

2.3 CONTINUITY TESTS

2.4 NEUTRAL ISOLATION TEST

2.5 EARTH RESISTANCE TEST

2.6 OPERATING TEST

2.7 SHEILD TEST

2.8 LOAD BALANCING

QUALITY ASSURANCE

3.1 SUBMITTALS
Section 16950

ELECTRICAL TESTING
PART 1 General

1.0 General Requirements

1.1 Scope

The Contractor must provide the instruments, materials and labor necessary to perform
electrical tests as specified herein. The Contractor shall furnish the instruments, materials
and labor necessary to perform the following tests.

PART 2 Tests

2.0 Tests

2.1 General

All tests must be performed in the presence of the Site Representative. The Contractor
must keep records of all tests performed. The Contractor must prepare a report of all
measurements and submit them to the COTR.

2.2 Insulation Resistance Tests

All Government and Contractor furnished conductors must be tested prior to installation.
All feeders and branch circuits must have the insulation tested after installation and
before any splices or terminations are made to equipment. All conductors must test free
from short circuits and grounds, and a minimum insulation resistance phase-to-phase and
phase-to-ground must be 30 megaohms measured with a 500-volt DC insulation
resistance tester (As per FAA-C-1217 f section 5.3.4.). Motors and transformers must be
tested for grounds or short circuits before installation. Prior to final inspection, the
Contractor must submit a test report including the circuit being tested, the test results, the
person performing the test, and the date of the test.

2.2.1 Existing and Government Furnished Conductors

Government Furnished conductors must be tested prior to installation. Any conductor


found to be defective after placement must be replaced at no additional expense to the
Government.

2.2.2 Failure of Cable Under Test

Cable, including splices, which fail test requirements must be repaired or replaced, and
retested. Cable must not be put into service until it has passed all test requirements.
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2.3 Continuity Tests

All cables, including individual conductors of a multi-conductor cable, must be


continuity tested prior to connection. Prior to final inspection, the Contractor must
submit a test report including the cable being tested, the test results, the person
performing the test, and the date of the test. Test reports shall include circuit #, phase time
and date of test, equipment served, test results, and signature of the person conducting the
test.

2.4 Neutral Isolation Test

After installation of all branch circuits the neutral in the service entrance switch must be
tested for isolation from ground with an ohmmeter set on its RX1 scale. Any contact
between the neutral and ground (other than at the service entrance switch) is a possible
cause of noise in electronic equipment and must be corrected.

2.5 Earth Resistance Test

Using the fall of potential method, the Contractor must measure the resistance to earth of
each individual ground rod prior to interconnection with the 4/0 loop conductor. The
results of these tests must be submitted to the site representative for review. After
approval by the site representative, the ground rods must be interconnected and the
resistance to earth of the new ground system must be tested with the results submitted
immediately to the COTR for approval. The FAA requires a earth resistance of 10 ohms
or less. Tests must not be conducted within 48 hours of a rainfall or in frozen soil. Prior
to final inspection, the Contractor must submit a test report including the previous 72-
hour weather conditions, circuit being tested, the test results, the person performing the
test, and the date of the test.

2.6 Operating Test

After the wiring system installation is completed the Contractor must conduct an
operating test for approval. The equipment must be demonstrated to operate in
accordance with the requirements of this specification, equipment manufactures
specifications, and the contract drawings. The test shall be performed in the presence of the
Site Representative or an authorized representative. The contractor shall furnish all
instruments and personnel required for the tests.

2.7 Shield Test

Continuity of shielding must be verified using a loop resistance test. An ungrounded


shield to ground resistance test will be done to verify that the shield is not grounded
except at one end. Readings must be recorded and given, in writing, to the Site
Representative.
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2.8 Load Balancing

Before energizing any new electrical 3-phase equipment, which has been installed under
this contract, the contractor shall make certain that the phase rotation is positive. Load
balancing requires that no single phase load shall exceed a 20% difference between
readings in any two phases. The contractor shall take phase angle and load
measurements on the service disconnect and each distribution panel and report the results
to the Site Representative in writing. These readings shall be taken with all loads
energized. The Contractor shall redistribute single-phase loads where there is greater
than a 20% difference between readings in any two phases at the approval of the Site
Representative and the FAA. The Contractor shall be required to document current
readings taken before and after installation, and any phase loaded above 80% of the
rating of its overcurrent protective device.

PART 3 Quality Assurance

3.0 Quality Assurance

3.1 SUBMITTALS

Submittals required include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

Earth Electrode Resistance Tests


Power Cable Insulation Resistance Tests
Neutral Isolation Tests
Control Cable Insulation Tests
Operating Tests
Shield Tests

***END OF SECTION***

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