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- High Court of Australia Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade 20 November 2015 Table of contents 1. 2. 3. Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Project Description .......................................................................................... 1 1.2 Overview of the Building & Existing Systems ................................................. 1 1.3 Relevant Stakeholders .................................................................................... 3 1.4 Definitions ....................................................................................................... 3 1.5 Work Health and Safety Requirements .......................................................... 3 Scope of Works ......................................................................................................... 4 2.1 Requirements.................................................................................................. 4 2.2 Proposed works .............................................................................................. 4 2.3 Other Related Works to be included: .............................................................. 9 2.4 Expectation of the Tenderer ......................................................................... 10 2.5 Contractor Design Responsibility.................................................................. 10 2.6 Contract Drawings/Documentation ............................................................... 11 2.7 Shop Drawings.............................................................................................. 12 2.8 Defects liability period ................................................................................... 12 General.................................................................................................................... 13 3.1 Definitions ..................................................................................................... 13 3.2 Co-ordination and implementation of services ............................................. 13 3.3 Survey ........................................................................................................... 13 3.4 Site constraints ............................................................................................. 14 3.5 Site access.................................................................................................... 14 3.6 Tenderers to inform themselves and subcontractors ................................... 14 3.7 Authorised equipment installer ..................................................................... 14 3.8 Delivery to site .............................................................................................. 15 3.9 Uniformity ...................................................................................................... 15 3.10 Associated works .......................................................................................... 15 3.11 Design ........................................................................................................... 15 3.12 Abbreviations and Acronyms ........................................................................ 15 3.13 Standards and Codes ................................................................................... 16 3.14 Submissions.................................................................................................. 18 4. Smoke Detection & Alarm System Products........................................................... 22 4.1 Authorised products ...................................................................................... 22 4.2 System description........................................................................................ 22 4.3 Control and indicating equipment ................................................................. 23 4.4 Field devices ................................................................................................. 26 4.5 Occupant warning system (SSISEP) ............................................................ 28 4.6 Cabling .......................................................................................................... 29 4.7 Surge protection devices .............................................................................. 30 GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | i 5. 4.8 Spare parts ................................................................................................... 31 4.9 Materials ....................................................................................................... 31 Execution ................................................................................................................ 34 5.1 General ......................................................................................................... 34 5.2 Authorities permits, fees and certificates ...................................................... 34 5.3 Detection systems......................................................................................... 34 5.4 Occupant warning systems (SSISEP) .......................................................... 35 5.5 Cable Installation .......................................................................................... 36 5.6 Cable support and duct systems .................................................................. 38 5.7 Earthing ......................................................................................................... 40 5.8 Testing .......................................................................................................... 40 5.9 Operation and maintenance ......................................................................... 41 5.10 Inspections of documents and the site ......................................................... 41 5.11 Specification and drawings ........................................................................... 41 5.12 Design responsibilities .................................................................................. 42 5.13 Liaison, cooperation and coordination .......................................................... 42 5.14 Dimensions ................................................................................................... 42 5.15 Supply of documents .................................................................................... 42 5.16 Quality assurance ......................................................................................... 43 5.17 Workmanship ................................................................................................ 43 5.18 Obligations of Contractor .............................................................................. 45 6. Completion .............................................................................................................. 47 6.1 Operation and maintenance manuals ........................................................... 47 6.2 Work As Executed Drawings ........................................................................ 48 6.3 Record drawings ........................................................................................... 48 6.4 Commissioning ............................................................................................. 48 6.5 Cleaning ........................................................................................................ 48 6.6 Completion tests ........................................................................................... 49 6.7 Training ......................................................................................................... 49 6.8 Maintenance ................................................................................................. 50 GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | ii ii 1. Introduction 1.1 Project Description This specification works cover the High Court building including undercover carpark at Parkes Place, Parkes ACT. The High Court of Australia is a building of social and national history, listed as building of significance. GHD Pty Ltd was initially engaged by the High Court of Australia (HCA) to provide a Fire Safety Audit for the existing active and passive fire services elements, gap analysis against current Australian Standards and the BCA and provide Fire Engineered solutions and design documentation for prioritised recommendations. The initial Fire Engineering report documented the recommendations/upgrade to the Fire Alarm and Detection system and the also the exit/emergency lighting system, to achieve compliance with BCA 2014 by way of both Deemed-to-Satisfy and Alternative Solution compliance. The purpose of this Specification is to identify the requirements and associated regulations and standards associated with the proposed Fire Detection & Alarm services within the High Court, in accordance with the upgrade requirements highlighted in the associated HCA Audit and Fire Upgrade Report. 1.2 1.2.1 Overview of the Building & Existing Systems General Construction of the High Court building was completed in 1980. The 40m tall Brutalist building incorporates concrete and glass elements both internally and within the façade, with steel structural frame supports. The public hall is a vast space with a ceiling height of 24 m above the floor. Floors 3 to 8 are provided with staff offices, judicial spaces, the library and amenities along the north-eastern and south-eastern sides of the public hall. Level 9 includes judicial suites and the library form the ceiling of the public hall. Level 10 includes the justices dining room, a small commercial kitchen, conference room, common room and roof top garden. The three court rooms are accessible from the public atrium. Courtrooms 1 and 2 each have 17.5 m high ceilings. The smaller courtroom 3 ceiling has glazed ceiling panels for natural light. HCA is undertaking a number of safety systems upgrade works aimed at correcting noted deficiencies and bringing selected systems up to current code compliance. Previous investigations have identified the following items and/or issues: 1.2.2 Existing Emergency Warning and Intercommunication System The existing Occupant Warning Panel (EWIS) is a May Oatway Fire Alarms panel (installed 1993). A Fire Fighting Enterprises (FFE) SCP.90 series Emergency Warning and Intercommunication System (EWIS) is installed on the ground floor in the security room, away from the site’s main FIP. Speakers are located throughout the existing building with variations to the installed spacing across all rooms. A mixture of standard recessed and horn speakers are provided to the various locations. The existing system does not provide suitable speech intelligibility for verbal emergency broadcasts. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 1 There is a separate public address (PA) system installed at the HCA will is separate to the existing EWIS system. WIP phones are located at each core within the fire hose reel cupboard. Generally, they are mounted either to the inside of the door to the hire hose reel cupboard or adjacent the fire hose reel in the back of the cupboard. 1.2.3 Existing Fire detection and alarm system Fire Indicator Panel (FIP) The current Fire Fighting Enterprises (FFE 8070) FIP was installed in the late 80’s along with changes to the mechanical plant fire mode operation. There are currently two non-addressable FIP panels located adjacent each other in the sprinkler valve room:  A Smoke Detection Panel with approximately 28 smoke detection circuits  A Flow Switch Panel with approximately 17 circuits. Sub-Indicator Panels and Mimic Panels Three Sub indicator panels (SIP) of the same SCP-90 model are located around the building in key plantroom areas. These SIPs typically pick up circuits for all AHU’s supply and return air detectors and route the signal back to the main FIP. A mimic panel for remote indication of the FIP statuses is located in the Security Centre to notify Security staff of an alarm state and that an alarm signal has been transmitted to the brigade. The panel includes a momentary switch for security to inhibit the audible alarm; however the fire alarm can only be reset on the main FIP located within the existing sprinkler control valve room. Smoke Detection for Smoke Hazard Management Systems The coverage of existing smoke detection in the HCA is generally in accordance with AS 1668.1-1974 (code of the time of construction) and not the 1998 release. The system includes sampling optical smoke detectors in the supply air and return air duct of each AHU. As the building is sprinkler protected, the code did not require smoke detection on the occupied floors as well as the return air shaft at each floor. Smoke detectors are installed to AS 1668.1-1974. Smoke detection is not provided within the main atrium and courtrooms. The BCA class 5 areas (office) and 9b lack 20m extended spacing to activate AS 1668.1 smoke control systems (i.e. smoke hazard management). There are no detectors adjacent each bank of lift landing doors and no detectors adjacent return air grills. Smoke detectors are also located at the top of each fire isolated stairwell, which are assumed to shut down the stair pressurisation fan on activation. A small computer room on level 4 has a VESDA system with 2 ceiling mounted sampling points. The VESDA system will be decommissioned by the HCA and will not form part of this scope. There is also a small computer room on the ground floor which accommodates VESDA detection. This detection is to be retained with all interfaces reinstated to the new FIP. 1.2.4 Existing Emergency ventilation AHUs The High Court was designed to comply with the first publication of AS 1668.1 - Fire Precautions in Buildings with Air Handling Systems 1974 edition of the code. The air handling systems were initially designed and installed to operate as a partial purging system and partial shutdown system. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 2 2 Note: The original fire fan control panel is located in the sprinkler valve room and consists of rotary switches for the seven (7) functional groups of AHU’s, four (4) rotary selector switches for stair pressurisation fans and a master switch for ‘Full Smoke Mode’ and ‘Master Shutdown’. Stair Pressurisation Fans There are 4 stair pressurisation fans which pressurise the respective stairwells with outdoor air on activation of any smoke detector or sprinkler system flow switch. The HCA has identified shortfalls in the performance with these systems which is to be addressed as the subject of a separate project. 1.3 Relevant Stakeholders The relevant stakeholders for the project include those listed in Table 1 below. Table 1 Stakeholders Description Client Building Operator Design Engineers 1.4 Details High Court of Australia High Court of Australia GHD Pty Ltd Definitions For purposes of this contract the definitions given below apply:  Supply: ‘Supply’, ‘furnish’ and similar expressions mean ‘supply only’.  Provide: ‘Provide, ‘provision’ and similar expressions mean ‘supply and install’.  Give notice: ‘Give notice’, ‘submit’, ‘advice’, ‘inform’ and similar expressions mean ’give notice‘, (submit, advise, inform) in writing.  Reviewed: ‘Reviewed’ and similar expressions mean ‘reviewed’ in writing.  Approved: ‘Approved’, ‘directed’, ‘rejected’, ‘endorsed’ and similar expressions mean ‘approved’ (directed, rejected, endorsed) in writing.  Obtain: ‘Obtain’, ‘seek’ and similar expressions mean ‘obtain’ (seek) in writing.  Samples: Includes samples and prototypes.  Proprietary: ‘Proprietary’ means identifiable by naming manufacturer, supplier, installer, trade  name, brand name, and catalogue or reference number. 1.5 Work Health and Safety Requirements The Installer’s works, the use of materials and site operation facilities shall meet all requirements of the Work Health and Safety Guidelines for the ACT. Plant access, platforms, etc., shall meet the requirement of WH&S regulations. The successful contractor’s staff will be required to attend WH&S induction. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 3 2. Scope of Works 2.1 Requirements This Specification has been prepared, to be read in conjunction with the relevant design drawings to define the scope and intent of the services as well as the minimum standards required of the contractor and Installer in respect to each of the items of equipment and the systems to be installed. This specification also defines the general technical quality required of the installation. All work and materials not specifically mentioned in the Specification or shown on the drawings but necessary for the proper and complete installation and integrated operation of the fire services, as implied in this Specification, shall be deemed to be within this scope of work nominated in this specification. The fire services shall include all equipment necessary for their satisfactory operation, control, maintenance, integration and safe operation. The Contractor shall be responsible for the full design and construction of the fire services to meet current standards. Design all services to ensure that the fire services operate in the manner that they are intended and as required by the HCA. 2.2 2.2.1 Proposed works Extent of works The scope of works comprises the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, programming, site surveys, coordination, maintenance and defects liability service of materials, labour and equipment for the replacement of the Fire Detection and Alarm Systems installation at the High Court of Australia, as documented herein. This specification is to be read in conjunction with the associated drawings and all documents forming the entire Scope, the Contract and where required, other building services or builders scope of works. Where there are discrepancies between this specification and the Contract, the terms of the Contract shall apply. The work shall include all necessary minor and incidental work required in implementing the intent of this specification in providing a fully functioning and integrated fire detection, alarm and occupant warning systems. Supply all labour, materials, equipment and services for the complete installation of the fire system upgrade. The works shall include but is not limited to the following: 2.2.2 Ancillary tasks The works shall include but is not limited to the following:  Preliminary surveys, inspections and tests as required to fully confirm the current function, operation and interfaces of the existing Smoke Detection and Alarm systems.  Provision of fire detection systems in accordance with the requirements of the BCA, AS 1670.1 and AS 1668.1:1998  Provision of an SSISEP system in accordance with the provisions of the BCA and AS 1670.4  Liaison and coordination with the HCA Project Manager. Due to the nature of the building, it is a requirement that a carefully planned program be developed and implemented within the constraints of the sensitive and important operational commitments of the building. The Contractor shall keep GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 4 4 the HCA Project Manager informed of progress and activities on a daily basis and demonstrate flexibility as the operational requirements of the building dictate.  Planning and supervision of the works to minimise disruption to the operation of the building and its occupants. Generally, works shall be undertaken after hours unless otherwise directed by the HCA Project Manager. The Contractor shall develop and implement a program of works for approval by the HCA Project Manager prior to commencing any work on site.  All necessary submissions and payments to all authorities and Fire Brigade associated with approvals and testing of the system.  Required penetrations and fire stopping (includes the supply and installation of all materials necessary to achieve the required fire rating of any fire barrier penetrated by equipment and cabling installed as part of the Contract – including Certification of the fire rated treatment system in accordance with AS 4072.1).  Return of recovered materials and components of heritage and monetary value to the Principal as instructed by the HCA Project Manager, in accordance with HCA requirements and this specification.  Removal and disposal of all existing redundant equipment and wiring in accordance with this specification. Pay all fees and charges associated with disposal.  Provision of all access equipment to carry out the works including all elevated platforms, scaffolding, lifting equipment, floor and furniture protection. Coordinate with the HCA Project Manager.  Provision of the appropriate portable firefighting equipment appropriate to the level of fire risk in the area of the works.  Provision of make good services including the patch and paint of ceilings where detectors have been replaced, the patch and pant of walls where the FIP’s and associated infrastructure have been removed etc.  Provision of rectification works as a result of damage caused by the Contractor as a result of negligent practices or carelessness shall be undertaken at the Contractor’s expense.  Provision of spares as nominated in this specification.  Provision of all other necessary ancillary works necessary to provide complete, fully functioning and integrated systems.  Perform all tests and commissioning and arrange all inspections required by Authorities. Detailed system function tests shall be carried out for each element of the project including the testing of the fire systems’ integration into all other systems within the building forming part of the fire safety systems including confirmation of transmission of alarms to the HCA preferred monitoring agency.  The Contractor shall provide a detailed matrix demonstrating the integration of all elements of the fire safety systems within the building defining the individual component functions required to operate under the various modes. The Contractor shall prepare the function test schedule with data gathered from all other contractors and personnel affected by the operation of the fire systems and will submit the matrix prior to the commissioning for verification of the information by all other contractors.  Contractor shall update evacuation block diagram for every floor. Contractor to allow for the review of the evacuation diagram by the HCA. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 5  Allow for penetrations for all work through walls and floors. Note: The location of all penetrations shall be reviewed and approved by the HCA Project Manager due the high aesthetic value of the exposed/feature elements of the building. No cutting or penetrations shall be made to the existing structure and/or surfaces can be made without the prior approval of the HCA Project Manager and/or its representatives.  Provide painting and labelling of fire services equipment in accordance with codes and standards requirements. The type, size and colour of labelling that is exposed to common/public and staff areas shall be subject to review/approval by the building management and/or its representatives due to the sensitive nature of the building aesthetics and heritage.  Provide installation testing, certification as required.  Provide three (3) copies of maintenance manuals and shop drawings detailing all “as-installed” fire services and associated controls.  Supply and install all regulatory signage and block plan to all fire services in accordance to AS 1670.  Provide defects warranty period as specified herein.  Provide all materials, products, accessories, tools, equipment, services, scaffolding, ladders, transportation, supervision, labour and other items which may not be mentioned but are necessary for the installation and completion of the contract. 2.2.3 Smoke detection system The works shall include but are not limited to the following:  Provide a new non-proprietary main, mimic and sub-fire indicator panels compliant with the AS 7240 series of standards, installed in accordance with AS 1670.  Provide new control/fire signal cabling throughout the Building to cater for the new fire alarm and detection system. Where possible existing conduits, risers and ducting shall be re-used as necessary. Existing MIMS cabling may also be reused subject to compliance. Redundant wiring shall be removed from site.  Provide detection as required and as documented. Note: The contractor shall allow for a minimum of 20% extra detector points  The new analogue addressable FIP shall also be interfaced to a new Colour Graphics system to be installed in the security room which will provide Mimic status of all the new Fire Indicator Panels.  Provide a dedicated interface between the FIP and mimic panel which does NOT interface with the existing HCA ICT networks.  Allow for 20 colour graphics floor plans to be provided on the FIP and mimic panels which provide Zoom levels in each of the floor plans for the building.  Reinstate existing VESDA detector head in the ground floor computer room and remote indicator panel onto the new detection system (the existing VESDA in the level 4 computer room is to be decommissioned by others).  Provide new rack in the Security Centre to accommodate the mimic graphics display panel and VESDA remote display  Decommissioning and removal of the existing sub fire indicator panels (3 off) including the patch and paint of the walls to match the existing surrounding walls. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 6 6  Test and recommission the existing VESDA system and submit a test report to the HCA Project Manager. Liaise with the HCA Project Manager and ICT Manager.  Provide new block diagram at each of the FIPs with associated/required Alarm Zone Facility sheets.  Provide interface with building ventilation system in accordance with AS1668.1 for fire damper operation and shutdown of non-essential ventilation systems.  Provide interfaces as documented herin  Decommission of the existing fire alarm system components made redundant by the works, (only after the new fire alarm system is in operation). Note: Transfer of the existing protected areas to the new FIP shall be provided either progressively, i.e. any upgraded circuit from the existing sub FIPs shall be connected to new loop at the new FIP the same day. The new Fire detection and alarm system shall be installed completely whilst the entire building system remains in operation. Once the new fire detection and alarm system is installed and brought on-line the entire existing/redundant system shall be removed and disposed of and all surfaces, etc made good. NOTE: All areas of the building shall be protected at all times  Install new FIP and SSISEP batteries to suit new loadings of the new panels  Replace existing non-fire rated field device wiring. Retain existing MIMS cabling where practicable, compatible and compliant. All wiring installed shall be arranged to suit the zoning of the fire detection system with the number of detection devices or alarm devices on any single loop not exceeding that approved for the fire detection system proposed with an allowance of 20% future expansion. All wiring requiring protection in accordance to AS/NZS 1668.1, AS 1670.1, AS 1670.4 Table 4.1 and Figure 4.1 shall have a minimum rating of WS51W, in accordance to AS 1670.4 Appendix C.  Any wiring retained and reused as part of the upgrade shall be considered part of the new installation and covered by the Contractors’ defects liability period.  Replace existing synthetic cable fixings with new metallic fixings for all existing MIMS cabling being retained. Ensure new fixings are compatible with the MIMS cabling.  Replace all existing smoke detection field devices with new addressable field devices compatible with the new FIPs throughout all areas including ceiling voids, under floor spaces and concealed spaces, as necessary and as documented as a minimum. The installation of the new smoke detection system shall be in accordance with the requirements of AS 1668.1 with particular reference to positioning detectors in existing locations to minimise the impact to the heritage ceilings and clear of all obstructions and air movement equipment likely to interfere with the smoke flow in the area.  Supply and install probe type smoke detectors in all main supply and return air systems with a remote LED in a clearly visible location. Provide an approved detector testing system for each detector including ductwork access panels where necessary to introduce test smoke into the detector probes. Removal of the external covers as a means of detector testing shall not be acceptable;  Replace existing field devices including monitor (input) and control (output) modules for sprinkler alarms, smoke control systems automatic door release devices and the like as required to reinstate all existing interfaces to their existing functionality as a minimum. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 7  Install remote indicators to all concealed space detectors. Where access to a concealed space is provided for access to concealed smoke detectors only, install access brackets with remote indicators in accordance to AS 1670.1  Reinstate fire trip connections to security and fire door interfaces  Replace and relocate (as required) existing external alarm bells with external flashing strobe lights. Consult with the ACT Fire Brigade for approved locations.  Remove redundant main, sub and mimic fire panels  The Contractor shall provide a detailed matrix demonstrating the integration of all elements of the fire safety systems within the building defining the individual component functions required to operate under the various modes. The Contractor shall prepare the function test schedule with data gathered from all other contractors and personnel affected by the operation of the fire systems and will submit the matrix prior to the commissioning for verification of the information by all other contractors.  Decommission and remove all components and wiring made redundant by the works. 2.2.4 Sound System & Intercom Systems for Emergency Purpose (SSISEP) The upgrade to the existing SSISEP installation at HCA is to provide intelligibility to AS 1670.4. There is an existing occupant warning system and an existing public address (PA) system installed within the building. The new SSISEP system shall utilise the existing speaker locations, relocated speaker locations and supplemented with additional speakers as documented to provide sufficient speaker quantities to achieve appropriate intelligibility. The existing PA systems shall remain separated from the new SSISEP system. The works shall include but is not limited to the following:  Provide a new SSISEP panel within the Security Centre, located adjacent the MIMIC Fire Panel, including programming and provision of amplifier cards as required to provide an installation in accordance with AS 1670.4.  Supply and install new speakers throughout the building as shown on the drawings. Provide speaker zoning in accordance with AS 1670.4 and in accordance with the HCA requirements. Confirm required zoning with the HCA Project Manager prior to installing new cabling.  Supply and install surface mounted/horn speakers in all plant areas and other areas without ceilings as documented on the drawings. Horn type speakers installed in public and/or staff areas shall be installed at un-obtrusive locations restricted for direct view of personnel, to suit the high aesthetic values of the building. Confirm all new speaker locations with the HCA Project Manager prior to installation.  Supply and install visual warning devices in accordance with AS 1670 in all high noise areas such as plant rooms and the like as documented.  Replace existing non-fire rated SSISEP wiring. Retain existing MIMS cabling subject to suitability and compliance. All wiring installed shall be arranged to suit the required zoning of the warning system. Provide cabling with capacity for 20% future expansion on each circuit. All wiring requiring protection in accordance to AS 1670.4 Table 4.1 and Figure 4.1 shall have a minimum rating of WS51W, in accordance to AS 1670.4 Appendix C.  Any wiring retained and reused as part of the upgrade shall be considered part of the new installation and covered by the Contractors’ defects liability period.  Replace existing synthetic cable fixings with new metallic fixings for all existing MIMS cabling being retained. Ensure new fixings are compatible with the MIMS cabling. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 8 8  Provide amplification capacity located in the security room to accommodate the anticipated loads plus 20% spare capacity.  Provide battery and associated battery charging capacity to suit new loading of the SSISEP in accordance to AS 1670.4 and include 20% spare capacity.  Where necessary, modify the existing SSISEP power supply to ensure compliance with AS 3000.  Retain existing Warden Intercom Points where compliant and compatible with the new system.  Perform a speech intelligibility assessment as part of the commissioning process to verify the design and installation in accordance to AS 1670.4.  Decommission and remove all of the redundant Fire Alarm and Detection System and ancillary equipment made redundant by the works. 2.2.5 System monitoring Ensure that the existing alarm signals to the Fire Brigade are re-instated and operational during and upon completion of the works in accordance with AS 4428.6 and the ACT Fire Brigade requirements. 2.2.6 General Purpose Power  Provide new power supplies to all new panels and systems in accordance with AS/NZS 3000.  Supply and install all communications and power cable trays, cable supports to suit distribution system. This shall include be not limited to the following: – Cable ladders, trays and conduits to be sized to allow for the installed cabling and a minimum of 30% spare capacity. – Provide fire rated cable and clips, cleats, and fixings to the building structure where no containment is provided by others. Install wiring systems in accordance with AS 1670 and AS/NZS 3013:2005. – Conduits to enclose external wiring, surface run wiring, underground wiring and embedded final sub-circuit wiring. 2.3 Other Related Works to be included:  Coordination with existing building structure.  Submission of program for the installation, testing, commissioning and hand-over dates to the HCA Project Manager.  Payment of all application, inspection and certification fees (excluding Building Certifiers fees).  Coring of all slabs and beams for the installation of all components required under the scope of the Contract, including making good of structures on completion shall be provided and be coordinate with, and approved by, HCA Project Manager prior to execution.  Supply and installation of all materials necessary to achieve the required fire rating of any fire barrier penetrated by services installed as part of this contract shall be provided.  Supply and installation of all statutory signage shall be provided with the exception of the replacement of existing approved alternatives. All signage is subject to approval of the HCA Project Manager. Coordinate with the HCA Project Manager.  Allowance for ‘out of hours’ works to suit the building use and occupation. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 9  All cutting, patching and painting of ceilings, ceiling tiles, ceiling systems, walls and floors is included in this Contract.  Builders-work in connection with making good, and sealing of surfaces, structure, etc.  Fire stopping around penetrations in fire rated walls/ducts/sleeves.  Hangers and supports for Dry Fire and Indication equipment and final devices.  Installation drawings for comment/approval  As built drawings for comment/approval  Operations & Maintenance and Health & Safety file information in the required format for comment/approval.  Co-ordination with all interfacing trade contractors  All metal ceiling tiles removed and/or relocated as part of the works shall be reinstated using fixing screws to secure the panels in place. Specific fixing screws shall be supplied by the Contractor. Coordinate with the HCA Project Manager. 2.4 Expectation of the Tenderer This Specification is based on the understanding that the tenderer possesses the trade expertise necessary to complete the necessary works. At the time of submitting the tender, the tenderer is deemed to have thoroughly reviewed all relevant drawings, specification and related project documentation, and identified the following:  Clauses within the Specification or information on the drawings, which require interpretation.  Issues that required design input or clarification from the Consulting Engineers. These will include the clarification of any issues raised by the tenderer’s suppliers or it’s Sub-Contractors in respect of the equipment proposed or the proposed method of operation of any of the proposed equipment.  Omissions from either the Specification or the drawings.  Inconsistencies or discrepancies in the scale or definition of drawings.  Specification or drawing items, which may be in conflict. Seek direction from the Consulting Engineers as to the item to take precedence. 2.5 Contractor Design Responsibility The fire system provider is responsible in all ways for the development of the design in accordance with the intent indicated in this specification and on the associated drawings and related contract documentation. This design development responsibility shall include but not be limited to the following: 1. Product specific systems 2. All brackets and support systems. 3. Final selection of all ancillary equipment to meet the design intent. 4. Builders work requirements. 5. OEM (original equipment manufacturer) design. 6. Detailed system drawings including GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 10 10 – Detailed schematics and wiring diagrams – Termination details – Cable schedules – Configuration and programming – Inspection and testing activities with PMCS/TTMCS Integrator 2.6 Contract Drawings/Documentation The following is a list of GHD drawings shall be referred to for the purposes of this contract: Note 1: The installer shall ensure that the latest revisions of the following drawings are being referenced at all times. Note 2: No warranty is given as to the completeness or accuracy of drawings and/or manuals of existing services. Drawing Number 23‐15576‐F001 23‐15576‐F101 23‐15576‐F102 23‐15576‐F103 23‐15576‐F104 23‐15576‐F105 23‐15576‐F106 23‐15576‐F107 23‐15576‐F108 23‐15576‐F109 23‐15576‐F110 23‐15576‐F111 23‐15576‐F112 23‐15576‐F113 23‐15576‐F114 23‐15576‐F115 23‐15576‐F301 23‐15576‐F302 23‐15576‐F303 23‐15576‐F304 23‐15576‐F305 23‐15576‐F306 23‐15576‐F307 23‐15576‐F308 23‐15576‐F309 23‐15576‐F310 23‐15576‐F311 23‐15576‐F312 23‐15576‐F313 23‐15576‐F314 Floor Level / Area N/A Basement Ground Floor Ground Floor Forecourt Level 1 Level 1 Forecourt Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 Roof Level Basement Ground Floor Ground Floor Forecourt Level 1 Level 1 Forecourt Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 Drawing Title General Notes And Legends New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout New Fire Detection and SSISEP Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 11 23‐15576‐F315 2.7 Roof Level Existing Fire Detection and EWIS Layout Shop Drawings Provide shop drawings for review. Drawings include drawing title, scale, and the submission date. Additional shop drawings may be nominated as required by the HCA Project Manager. Drawings shall have all relevant information sufficient for all particulars to be examined. Provide proposed equipment layouts, conduit layouts, cabling layouts, electrical control wiring schematics and any other workshop drawings specified elsewhere. The Installer shall submit one (1) copy of every shop drawing together with load calculation sheets to the Consulting Engineers (and the Fire Authority if applicable) and required copies to the HCA Project Manager for checking and review prior to installation. Provide drawings to accurately indicate the size and location of openings in walls, floors, roofs and for all plinths, bases and any other building type work. Drawings shall be submitted for review. Where required, the amendments shall be incorporated and the drawings re-submitted promptly. 2.8 Defects liability period The defects liability period for the works shall be for a period of 52 calendar weeks from the date of issue of a “Certificate of Practical Completion”. Provide programmed maintenance services during the defects liability period. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 12 12 3. General 3.1 Definitions The following are general definitions for terminology used throughout this document:  Associated work: Work required to be provided by other trades in order to ensure completion of the emergency lighting works.  Authorities: Relevant Local Council, Principal Certifying Authority, Utilities, and any other authorities having jurisdiction over the project.  Contract: Refers to the scope of works as detailed in this specification and includes the associated HCA General Conditions of Contract.  Contractor: Refers to the installation Contractor engaged to undertake the works outlined in this specification and under the Contract.  Defects liability period: The defects liability period will commence from the Date of Practical Completion and apply for a period of 52 weeks from that date as nominated by the project HCA Project Manager.  Design Consultant: Refers to GHD  HCA Project Manager: Principal’s authorised representative as nominated in the HCA General Conditions of Contract.  Non-proprietary: Refers to equipment and associated product, programs and support that is not restricted in supply to one vendor and has multiple channels to market for the life of the system (minimum of 15 years). The original equipment manufacturer shall make available to the Principal any and/or all software, firmware and hardware updates and technical support for the life of the installation (minimum 15 years) either directly or via the Fire Services Maintenance Contractor incumbent at the time of the update release. Provide details of the proposed arrangement within the tender response.  Principal: Refers to the managing staff of the High Court of Australia  Sub-contractor: Contractor working for the Contractor 3.2 Co-ordination and implementation of services This specification, together with the general layout drawings is based upon the information available at the time of publication. Tenderers are to exercise their own initiative based on experience in respect to the heritage implications of associated construction works including but not limited to equipment installation, penetrations and installing additional conduits which may compromise existing heritage values. The Contractor shall allow in the tender for all costs associated with coordination of all Fire services and systems with all other trades. Coordination must take place with the approval of the HCA Project Manager prior to any works on site being undertaken. Any part of the installation which is not coordinated and approved by heritage personnel and requires relocation / repair will be at the cost of the Contractor. 3.3 Survey Survey the existing site and take all notes and measurements necessary to provide a detailed and comprehensive tender for the works specified. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 13 Claims for extra costs based on the lack of knowledge of necessary installation methods will not be entertained after submission of the tender. 3.4 Site constraints The HCA is a fully functioning building with core business activities being undertaken during office hours between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. In addition, the HCA is open to the public during opening hours between 9:45 am and 4:30 pm. During construction, the HCA building is to remain operational at all times with minimal impact on the surrounding spaces and their daily operation due to construction activities. As such, the majority of the works will need to be undertaken at night. A program of works shall be coordinated with and approved by the HCA Project Manager prior to commencement. The HCA has a program of Court Sitting periods. All noisy works must be undertaken outside these sitting periods. The sitting calendar can be found at http://www.hcourt.gov.au/. 3.5 Site access Site access is limited for some works as follows:  The majority of drilling and cutting (noisy works) shall be performed out of office hours.  Work in Public Spaces can only be performed outside of opening hours  Café, Office and other Staff areas work will have to be out of office hours. 3.6 Tenderers to inform themselves and subcontractors In responding to this tender, the tenderer is deemed to have:  Examined and understood the tender documents, attended the site, understands the site constraints, surroundings and other relevant information made available.  Examined information relevant to the risks, contingencies, and other circumstances having an effect on his tender and which is obtainable by the making of enquiries.  Acknowledge that the project involves a significant and iconic building and all work associated will have to be approved by heritage consultant  Satisfied themselves as to the correctness and sufficiency of his tender and that their tender covers the cost of complying with the obligations of the tender documents. Should there be any discrepancies; the contractor shall make allowance for the most onerous one.  Advised suppliers and subcontractors of the requirements of this tender documentation. 3.7 Authorised equipment installer The equipment installer shall be authorised and trained by the manufacturer to calculate/design, install, test and maintain the installed systems and shall be able to produce a certificate stating such on request. 3.7.1 Licensing of the contractor The Contractor shall be licensed to carry out the Fire Services works in the ACT. The Contractor shall be a manufacturer approved equipment installer for the proposed systems. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 14 14 3.8 Delivery to site The Contractor shall be responsible for the loading and off-loading of all the equipment, transporting to and assembly in final positions and site or in storage. The Contractor shall be deemed to have checked the actual openings, entries and heights, and any lifting height limitation on site prior to commencement of the contract. The Contractor shall be deemed to be satisfied that all required equipment can be transported to and erected in its final position. 3.9 Uniformity All models and makes to be equal type of the same manufacturer. 3.10 Associated works 3.10.1 General Provide all associated works for all trades to complete the scope of this Contract and to provide complete and integrated systems. Provide all interfaces as required to reinstate existing building functionality as a minimum. Coordinate the Fire services installation with the hydraulic, mechanical and electrical services installation to eliminate any clashes. Provide interfaces to electrical and mechanical, hydraulics and security services equipment as required. 3.11 Design Undertake all design work necessary to provide the complete the scope of the contracted scope of works. Use only appropriately experienced competent and qualified persons to undertake fire services design work. If requested, provide documents verifying the qualification and experience. 3.12 Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviations and acronyms used in the specification are defined below.cronyms Description AC Alternating Current (A.C. or ac or a.c.) ADR Advance Detector Responder unit AS Australian Standard AS/NZS Australian Standard / New Zealand Standard BCA Building Code of Australia CB Circuit Breaker CC Cut and Cover CIE Control and Indicating Equipment ELV Extra Low Voltage as defined by AS/CA S009 (<42.4V peak ac or >60Vdc) EWIS Emergency Warning and Intercommunication System FAT Factory acceptance testing GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 15 FIP Fire Indicator Panel FRL Fire Rating Level FSS Fire Safety Services HCA High Court of Australia HP Hold point HV High Voltage as defined by Australian Standards (>1000Vac or >1500Vdc) ITP Inspection and test plan ISO International Standard Oganisation ISDN Integrated Services Digital Network LCD Liquid crystal display LV Low Voltage as defined by Australian Standards (>ELV but 150 mm clear of the ground surface. Make sure services do not impede access. Arrangement: Arrange services so that services running together are parallel with each other and with adjacent building elements. 5.5.2 Unsheathed cables – installation General General: Provide permanently fixed enclosure systems, assembled before installing wiring. Provide draw wires to pull in conductor groups from outlet to outlet, or provide ducts with removable covers. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 36 36 Cable systems Systems: Provide the following:  Accessible concealed spaces: Thermoplastic insulated and sheathed cables.  Inaccessible concealed spaces: Cable in UPVC conduit.  Plant rooms: Cable in heavy duty UPVC conduit, or on tray or in duct.  Plastered or rendered surfaces: Cable in UPVC conduit.  Stud walls without bulk insulation: Thermoplastic insulated and sheathed cables.  Walls filled with bulk thermal insulation: Cables in PVC conduit. Holes and chases General: If holes and chases are required in masonry walls, provide proposals to demonstrate that the structural integrity of the wall is maintained. Do not chase walls nominated as fire rated or acoustic. Parallel chases or recesses on opposite faces of a wall shall not be closer than 600 mm to each other. Chasing of blockwork: Only in core-filled hollow blocks or in solid blocks which are not designated as structural or where there are restrictions on chasing, etc. intended to limit sound transmission (e.g. BCA) and shall be to the Concrete blockwork chasing table. Table 2 Concrete blockwork chasing All chasing is subject to the approval of the HCA Project Manager. Where approved, chase depths as follows: Block thickness (mm) Depth of chase (maximum mm) 190 35 140 25 90 20 Penetrations Fire rated building elements: Seal penetrations with a system conforming to AS 4072.1. Non-fire rated building elements: Seal penetrations around conduits and sleeves. Seal around cables within sleeves. If the building element is acoustically rated, maintain the rating. Sleeves  General: If piping or conduit penetrates building elements, provide metal or UPVC sleeves formed from pipe sections as follows:  Movement: Arrange to permit normal pipe or conduit movement.  Diameter (for non fire-rated building elements): Sufficient to provide an annular space around the pipe or pipe insulation of at least 12 mm.  Prime paint ferrous surfaces.  Terminations: – If cover plates are fitted: Flush with the finished building surface. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 37 – In fire-rated and acoustic-rated building elements: 50 mm beyond finished building surface. – In floors draining to floor wastes: 50 mm above finished floor. – Elsewhere: 5 mm beyond finished building surface.  Termite management: To AS 3660.1.  Thickness:  Metal: ≥ 1 mm.  UPVC: ≥ 3 mm. Sleeves for cables General: For penetrations of cables not enclosed in conduit through ground floor slabs, beams and external walls provide sleeves formed from UPVC pipe sections.  MIMS cables: Provide sleeves for penetrations through masonry. 5.6 Cable support and duct systems General 5.6.1 Aims Responsibilities General: Provide cable support and duct systems. 5.6.2 Cross references Existing MIMS cabling General: Replace existing synthetic cable fixings with new metallic fixings for all existing MIMS cabling being retained. Ensure new fixings are compatible with the MIMS cabling. Flexible conduit General: Provide flexible conduit to connect with equipment and plant subjected to vibration. If necessary, provide for adjustment or ease of maintenance. Provide the minimum possible length. Corrosion protection Steel conduits: Paint ends and joint threads with zinc rich organic primer to AS/NZS 3750.9. Set out General: If exposed to view, install conduits in parallel runs with right angle changes of direction. Bends General: Install conduits with the equivalent of ≤ 2 right angled bends per cable draw-in run. Conduits in roof spaces: General: Locate below roof insulation and sarking. In accessible roof spaces, provide mechanical protection for light-duty conduits. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 38 38 Inspection fittings General: Locate in accessible positions. Draw cords General: Provide 5 mm2 polypropylene or 3mm dia galvanised steel wire draw cords in conduits not in use. Draw-in boxes General: Provide draw-in boxes as follows:  Spacing: < 30 m.  At changes of level or direction. Underground draw-in boxes: Provide casketed covers and seal against moisture. Expansion General: Allow for thermal expansion/contraction of conduits and fittings due to changes in ambient temperature conditions. Provide expansion couplings as required. Rigid conduits General: Provide straight long runs, smooth and free from rags, burrs and sharp edges. Set conduits to minimise the number of fittings. Routes General: Run conduits concealed in wall chases, embedded in floor slabs or installed in inaccessible locations directly between points of termination, minimising the number of sets. Do not provide inspection fittings. All surface conduit installations are subject to approval by the HCA Project Manager. 5.6.3 Cable tray/ladder support systems – installation Fixing to building structure General: to AS/NZS 3013:2005 as required. Fix supports to the building structure or fabric by means of ≥8 mm threaded rod hangers attached to hot dipped galvanized U-brackets, or by means of proprietary brackets. Cable fixing General: Provide strapping or saddles suitable for fixing cable ties. MIMS cables: provide non-magnetic straps. Bend radius General: Provide bends with an inside radius  12 times the outside diameter of the largest diameter cable carried. Cable protection General: Provide rounded support surfaces under cables where they leave trays or ladders. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 39 Access General: Locate trays and ladders to provide ≥ 150 mm free space above and ≥ 600 mm free space on at least one side. Routes Tray and ladder routes, where shown on drawings, shall be considered minimum requirements only. Provide additional trays and ladder as required for cable supports using the installation methods specified to avoid de-rating of cables and to maintain segregation between LV and ELV (i.e. data, voice, broadband, SSISEP, security, fire alarm, BAS, etc.) wiring systems. Clearances From hot water pipes: > 200 mm. From boilers or furnaces: > 500 mm. EMI: Locate support systems for electrical power cabling and communication cabling to minimise electromagnetic interference. 5.6.4 Catenary systems – installation Not allowed. 5.7 Earthing Earthing systems Standard: Provide an earthing system. Type: Multiple earthed neutral (MEN) system using a driven copper or copper and stainless steel electrode (refer below for corrosive soil) or series of electrodes to the approval of the local electricity Distributor. Communications applications: Provide earthing systems for communications applications complying with AS/ACIF S009. Electrodes General: Provide electrodes to suit soil resistivity. Corrosive soil: Do not use stainless steel electrodes. Earth and bonding clamps General: Provide proprietary earthing and bonding clamps. Standard: To AS 1882. Footings and pipes: Bond to the building footings and metallic incoming services entry pipes. 5.8 Testing General Tests: Carry out tests, including out-of-hours tests, to demonstrate the automatic fire detection and alarm system’s performance to AS 1670.1 Section 7 and the compliance Sections of the relevant parts of the AS 1603 series. Include the following:  Test components for correct function and operation. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 40 40  Demonstrate detection and alarm performance on site, to at least the level stated in the manufacturer’s performance specification for that device.  Test alarm zone identification.  Demonstrate air sampling system operation for 14 days with data logger to verify stability of detectors and devices.  Demonstrate addressable device operation for 14 days with data logger to verify stability of detectors and devices.  Test interface to interconnected systems.  Demonstrate correct shutdown sequences during fire mode.  In situ testers: To AS 1603.16. 5.9 Operation and maintenance Operational and maintenance manual Standard: To AS 4428.4. Maintenance Standard: To AS 1851. General: Perform Level 2 maintenance routines. Baseline data Requirement: Provide baseline data to AS 1851, clause 1.8. Materials Fire Services materials and equipment shall be of the best quality and description of their respective kinds and shall be ActivFire listed approved. They shall conform to the Standards as nominated in this specification. 5.10 Inspections of documents and the site The Contractor in preparation of his tender submission is obliged to have visited the site and inspected all existing fire services, documents, programs, site access, constraints and local information before tendering and shall have satisfied himself as to the true nature and extent of the work to be carried out under the design and construct contract with particular reference to the relevant regulations and requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction over the work. 5.11 Specification and drawings The Contractor shall provide everything necessary for the proper execution of the works, whether or not described in the specification, or shown on the drawings provided. Final set outs shall be determined from the latest architectural drawings and confirmed on site. Figured dimensions are to be followed in preference to scaling. The specification and drawings shall remain the property of the Principal and are not to be used for any purpose other than for this project. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 41 5.12 Design responsibilities The Contractor shall prepare and submit workshop drawings for approval and comment before commencing manufacture or installation. Whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure that the full scope of work has been included in these documents, some error or omissions may occur. These errors and/or omissions shall not relieve the successful tender from any requirement of fulfilling the contract, nor shall they be cause for a variation to the fixed tender price. The Contractor’s design duties and responsibilities, in keeping with the design and construct nature of the fire services contract, shall:  Enable construction to be completed in accordance with the design intent and the specifications;  Be capable of obtaining approvals from all authorities;  Provide technical advice and supervision of work in progress;  Certify the final designs and installation;  Submit design workshop drawings to all necessary Authorities and pay all required fees, permits, design fees, survey etc, to fully complete the installation. 5.13 Liaison, cooperation and coordination The Contractor shall provide for the complete design and services co-ordination of all fire services referred to within this specification. The Contractor shall co-operate with the HCA Project Manager and carry out work so as not to cause any inconvenience to others and will be required too fully coordinate with all other consultants and authorities to assist the HCA Project Manager in his role as technical coordinator of documents for this project. The Contractor shall provide technical advice and, where necessary, produce the required documents required for the installation of fire services. The Contractor shall carefully check space requirements with structure and both existing services which are being retained and new services to ensure that equipment can be installed in the spaces allotted for the same. 5.14 Dimensions The Contractor shall not scale drawings and shall verify all dimensions by site measurements. The Contractor shall check dimensions and levels to ensure that the proposed layout is practical before commencing work. The Contractor shall use dimensions for fixtures, fittings and purpose made items specified as a guide only. Ordering of fire services fixtures, fittings and purpose made equipment and items shall be verified by on site measurement at the location of the equipment or item and shall receive approval of the Project Manager prior to placing any order. 5.15 Supply of documents During the progress of the work the Contractor will provide at no extra cost copies of all relevant documents to the HCA Project Manager. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 42 42 5.16 Quality assurance The Contractor shall submit a Quality Assurance scheme in accordance with AS 3902 and shall nominate personnel at the time of tender. The Quality Assurance scheme shall plan and identify the installation of fire services to assure that the work is performed to meet specification requirements and shall ensure that personnel appointed to plan the work are given access to applicable inspection and test criteria, contractual requirements, codes, regulations, standards, specifications and drawings. 5.17 Workmanship 5.17.1 Coordination The Contractor shall coordinate fire protection services work with other trades and the job progress schedule and shall follow up other trades as fast as the works proceed. The Contractor shall allow for necessary new cable reticulation systems to coordinate with the structures, mechanical ductwork, existing electrical cable trays, light fittings, electrical underground wiring and other services. 5.17.2 Nuisance Work shall not be carried out or materials handled in such a manner as to cause nuisance on the site or to other Contractors or to the public at large or occupants of adjacent buildings. The Contractor shall notify the HCA Project Manager before commencement of works that may cause inconvenience to the parties concerned including noise and vibration. Work causing hazard shall have safety barriers surrounding the works in accordance with Work Cover Authority Regulations. 5.17.3 Making good The Contractor shall be responsible for make good of any existing fire services being retained and any damage caused by Fire Protection Services work to the new building works and surfaces generally that may be disturbed or injured by cartage, work generally or other operations. Reinstatement shall be at least as good a state of repair as before commencement. 5.17.4 Protection of equipment during construction All heritage items, concealed and/or exposed shall be protected in an approved manner during all stages of construction. Contractor to submit installation site specific Safe Work Method Statements in relation to protection of existing heritage items and follow HCA guidelines on working around heritage items procedure 5.17.5 Cleaning of services After installation and prior to testing of the Fire Protection Services, fixtures and equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and flushed out in an approved manner. 5.17.6 Capping off The Contractor shall check that unfinished work is left in a safe condition, protected against damage or loss through any cause whatsoever, and shall ensure that all equipment is protected in such a manner as to prevent the entry of foreign matter including liquids. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 43 5.17.7 Inspection of services The Contractor shall provide labour, materials and equipment to enable the inspection of fire services deemed necessary during the construction period. 5.17.8 Conduits for electrical wiring Conduits used in the performance of this scope of works shall be:  In compliance with the requirements of AS 3000.  First grade, with ends cut square and free from burrs and sharp edges.  Formed to shape with large radius bends or sets wherever practicable, without the use of elbows and tees for directional changes.  Fitted with draw – in boxes and openings wherever necessary.  True in shape, without deformities.  Fitted with plugs during assembly to prohibit the entry of moisture or foreign matter prior to the installation of cables.  Attached to brick or similar type walls with approved expansion plugs.  Wooden fixing plugs shall not be permitted.  Provided with draw-in ropes. 5.17.9 Painting Existing and new fire services equipment (only equipment where it is allowed) where exposed to heritage listed ceiling shall be painted to suit the requirements of the HCA Project Manager and to match existing colour schemes. 5.17.10 Labelling Labels shall be typically of the engraved on red traffolyte with white writing. Each label shall be fixed on or as close as possible to the equipment it identifies. Each label shall have a metal backing plate. Important Note: Any new signage that is visible by the public, staff and/or within sensitive/important aesthetic areas, shall be subject to review and approval by HCA management and/or their relevant Architect. The contractor shall allow to provide signage in keeping with the current heritage and aesthetic theme of the building to all front of house areas accessible by public and staff. 5.17.11 Core holes and penetrations The Contractor shall set out and submit for the approval of the HCA Project Manager all core holes and openings and penetrations required for the passage of fire services and/or conduits through the building and structure. With the approval of the HCA Project Manager the Contractor is to cut all necessary penetrations through existing structure. Should additional holes or openings be required due to the Contractors failure to fulfil the conditions of this clause, the Contractor shall arrange approval to drill holes or openings, at no extra charge and shall pay all costs involved. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 44 44 The Contractor shall not cut any holes, openings, chases or otherwise associated with the work of other trades without the specific approval of the HCA Project Manager. Any damage done to other trades shall be made good by the Contractor without extra charge. 5.17.12 Protection of plant, materials and installations The Contractor shall be entirely responsible for apparatus, equipment, and appurtenances furnished in connection with the works. All parts of the fire services installation shall be adequately protected against damage which might reasonably be expected to result from mechanical causes, exposure to fumes, accumulation of dust, steam, oil, high temperature or any other circumstances to which they shall be exposed during the course of their installation and under the conditions of their use. The protection shall include covers to prevent moisture, grit, plaster or other foreign substances from entering the working parts of plant and equipment. Seal and protect open ends of piping and conduit, as applicable, whilst in storage and during the course of installation, and adequately protect electrical and control equipment. Materials, equipment, and goods which form part of the fire services contract must be complete, intact, and in new order when the Principal takes over responsibility for the works. 5.17.13 Protection of property The new fire services shall be installed before plastering, false ceiling and or bulkheads are completed. Piping, conduit and other concealed services shall be fixed in position before decorative work, floor finishes and or painting is carried out. The Contractor shall be held responsible for damage to finished work caused by the execution of the work under the contract. 5.17.14 Inspection and supervision Where the specification, Laws, Ordinances or Authorities, require any work or fire systems to be specially tested, inspected or approved, then timely notice shall be given by the Contractor. If any such work is concealed without approval or consent, it must, where required and at the Contractor's expense, be uncovered for examination. All costs incurred by the Contractor in relation to inspection fees etc. shall be included in the tender. 5.17.15 Inspection of components The Contractor shall make available to the HCA Project Manager such facilities as may be required to enable him to inspect the component parts of any item of equipment under the Contract. When requested, the Contractor shall provide the HCA Project Manager with detailed working drawings of such components. Any items of equipment supplied under the contract shall remain liable to subsequent rejection because of faulty workmanship or unsatisfactory performance, notwithstanding any previous acceptance of its component parts. 5.18 Obligations of Contractor In compiling this specification, the Design Consultant expects and relies upon the tenderers’ possessing relevant specialist trade expertise necessary to complete the works in accordance with the project documentation. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 45 In addition, the Contractor has the following obligations:  To raise in good time, issues requiring design intent or clarification from the Design Consultant, particularly in respect to: a. Interpretation of the design intent specification or drawings. b. Problems in complying with the specification. c. Omissions from the tender documents. d. Suggested alternatives/substitutions.  To certify compliance with contract documents, including all variation instructions, at Practical Completion.  To certify compliance with Authority requirements, as far as he/she can ascertain.  To implement procedures to ensure that only competent tradesmen are used for the works.  To be cognisant of the role of all relevant parties during the construction phase of the project and to assist them in the conduct of their duties wherever possible.  To contribute, in the spirit of partnering, towards the successful execution of the contract.  To provide manufacturer’s and construction drawings in a timely manner.  To make final equipment selections to meet the requirements listed. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 46 46 6. Completion Along with the requirements of the HCA requirement, there are minimum requirements to be provided for completion. 6.1 Operation and maintenance manuals Provide maintenance manuals including the following as a minimum:  Installation description: General description of the installation.  Systems descriptions: Technical description of the systems installed, written to ensure that the principal’s staff fully understand the scope and facilities provided. Identify function, normal operating characteristics, and limiting conditions.  Systems performance: Technical description of the mode of operation of the systems installed.  Equipment descriptions: a. Manufacturers’ technical literature for equipment installed, assembled specifically for the project, excluding irrelevant matter. Mark each product data sheet to clearly identify specific products and component parts used in the installation, and data applicable to the installation. b. Supplements to product data to illustrate relations of component parts. Include typed text as necessary.  Operation procedures: c. Safe starting up, running in, operating and shutting down procedures for systems installed. Include logical step-by-step sequence of instructions for each procedure. d. Control sequences and flow diagrams for systems installed. e. Legend for colour-coded services. f. Schedules of fixed and variable equipment settings established during commissioning and maintenance.  Maintenance procedures: g. Schedule of normal consumable items, local sources of supply, and expected replacement intervals up to a running time of 40 000 hours. Include lubricant and lubrication schedules for equipment. h. Instructions for use of tools and testing equipment. i. Emergency procedures, including telephone numbers for emergency services, and procedures for fault finding. j. Material safety data sheets (MSDS).  Certificates: k. Copies of test certificates for the installation and equipment used in the installation. l. Test reports.  Drawings: m. Floor layouts for Fire Detection system including Emergency Warning and Intercommunication. n. Floor layouts for all Emergency & EXIT Signs o. Fire Hydrant Site plan GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 47 6.2 Work As Executed Drawings During construction the Contractor shall keep a current set of design drawings clearly showing MARKED UP in RED all deviations from the original shop drawings. These working drawings are to be used in the preparation of "WORK AS EXECUTED" drawings. On completion of the works the Contractor shall provide to the HCA Project Manager, for checking, (3) complete print copy of the "WORK AS EXECUTED DRAWINGS", fully dimensioned and correct in detail. "WORK AS EXECUTED DRAWINGS" shall clearly indicate:  The location of fire services equipment  Cabling routes used for the installation of detection and SSISEP cabling  All other relevant information. Final "WORK AS EXECUTED DRAWINGS" shall be submitted in both hard copy (3 copies) and soft copy in AutoCad 2014 or later. AutoCad drawings shall be submitted on CD or DVD. There is also an existing BIM (Revit) model held by the HCA which shall also be updated with the ‘as installed’ information. 6.3 Record drawings  Show dimensions, types and location of the services in relation to permanent site features and other underground services. Show the spatial relationship to building structure and other services. Include all changes made during commissioning and the maintenance period.  Any changes which affect the fire block plan must be documented. The contractor is to make allowance to update all fire block plans and evacuation / tactical fire plans as necessary.  Drawings: Include all documented shop drawings.  Extensions and/or changes to existing: If a drawing shows extensions and/or alterations to existing installations, include sufficient of the existing installation to make the drawing comprehensible without reference to drawings of the original installation. 6.4 6.4.1 Commissioning Controls Calibrate, set and adjust control instruments, control systems and safety controls. 6.4.2 Notice Give sufficient notice for inspection to be made of the commissioning of the installation. 6.4.3 Reports Submit reports indicating observations and results of tests and compliance or non-compliance with requirements. 6.5 Cleaning At practical completion hand over all areas and equipment/systems of the site and in a clean state: GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 48 48 6.6 6.6.1 Completion tests General Test the works under the contract to demonstrate compliance with the documented and as set out with in relevant Australian standards and local authority performance requirements and as nominated herein. 6.6.2 Functional checks Carry out functional and operational checks on energised equipment and circuits and make final adjustments for the correct operation of safety devices and control functions. 6.6.3 Proprietary equipment Submit type test reports confirming compliance of proprietary equipment. 6.6.4 Sound pressure level measurements Provide sound pressure level tests on completion of the installation  Correction for background noise: To AS/NZS 2107 Table B1.  External: To AS 1055.1.  Internal: To AS/NZS 2107.  Measurement positions: If a test position is designated only by reference to a room or space, do not take measurements less than 1 m from the floor, ground or walls.  Sound pressure level analysis: Measure the sound pressure level and the background sound pressure level over the full range of octave band centre frequencies from 31.5 Hz to 8 kHz at the designated positions.  Sound pressure levels: Measure the A-weighted sound pressure levels and the A-weighted background sound pressure levels at the designated positions. 6.6.5 Test instruments Use instruments calibrated by a registered testing authority. Provide up to date & current test certification. 6.7 6.7.1 Training General  Duration: Instruction to be available for the whole of the commissioning and running-in periods.  Format: Conduct training at agreed times, at system or equipment location. Also provide seminar instruction to cover all major components.  Operation and maintenance manuals: Use items and procedures listed in the final draft operation and maintenance manuals as the basis for instruction. Review contents in detail with the principal’s staff.  Certification: Provide written certification of attendance and participation in training for each attendee. Provide register of certificates issued. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 49 6.7.2 Demonstrators Use only qualified manufacturer’s representatives who are knowledgeable about the installations. 6.7.3 Maintenance Explain and demonstrate to the principal’s or HCA Project Manager’s staff the purpose, function and maintenance of the installations. 6.7.4 Operation Explain and demonstrate to the principal’s or HCA Project Manager’s staff the purpose, function and operation of the installations. 6.8 6.8.1 Maintenance General Warrant the whole of the Contract Works, for the Defects Liability Period, against defective workmanship and materials and against non-compliance of equipment and/or complete system with specified performance and operation. The Defects Liability Period shall continue for a period of 12 months after the date of issue of Practical Completion. During this period, the Contractor shall be responsible for making good with all possible speed, defects arising from the defective materials or workmanship, including the replacement of any failed items of equipment. Maintenance shall be provided during the warranty period to maintain warranty conditions. Maintenance shall comply with the current regulatory requirements.  General: During the maintenance and defects liability periods, carry out periodic inspections and maintenance work as recommended by manufacturers of supplied equipment, and promptly rectify faults.  Emergencies: Attend emergency calls promptly. 6.8.2 Maintenance program Submit details of maintenance procedures and program, relating to installed plant and equipment, 6 weeks before the date for practical completion. Indicate dates of service visits. State contact telephone numbers of service operators and describe arrangements for emergency calls. 6.8.3 Maintenance records  Submit, in binders which match the manuals, loose leaf log book pages designed for recording completion activities including operational and maintenance procedures, materials used, test results, comments for future maintenance actions and notes covering the condition of the installation. Include completed log book pages recording the operational and maintenance activities performed up to the time of practical completion.  Include test and approval certificates.  Prior to the date of completion, submit certificates stating that each installation is operating correctly.  The greater of 100 pages or enough pages for the maintenance period and a further 12 months.  If referenced documents or technical work sections require that log books or records be submitted, include this material in the maintenance records. GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 50 50  Record comments on the functioning of the systems, work carried out, items requiring corrective action, adjustments made and name of service operator. Obtain the signature of the principal’s designated representative . GHD | Specification for HCA Fire Detection and SSISEP Upgrade, 23/15576 | 51 GHD 16 Marcus Clarke St Canberra ACT 2601 PO Box 1877 Canberra ACT 2601 Australia T: +61 2 6113 3200 F: +61 2 6113 3299 E: [email protected] © GHD 2015 This document is and shall remain the property of GHD. The document may only be used for the purpose of assessing our offer of services and for inclusion in documentation for the engagement of GHD. Unauthorised use of this document in any form whatsoever is prohibited. G:\23\15576\WP\76777.docx Document Status Rev No. Author A B D Plessas T Little Reviewer Name T. Little T Little Signature Approved for Issue Name Signature Date D Bird 18.11.15 www.ghd.com

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