Department of Purchasing Services
(305) 348-2161
FAX (305) 348-3600
March 19, 2010
ITB90-009
FOOTBALL STADIUM PRESS BOXES / ADDITION
OF EAST & WEST SUITES, FM 090407
ADDENDUM #2
Re: Questions and Answers
Add: Wiring Device Specification section and Subcontractor Reporting Form
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ADDENDUM #2
Re: Questions and Answers
Add: Wiring Device Specification section and Subcontractor Reporting Form
FOOTBALL STADIUM PRESS BOXES / ADDITION
OF EAST & WEST SUITES, FM 090407
1. Question
In Your FIU FM 090407 Specifications requirements is missing 16140 Wiring
Devices. Would you please send it to us by email.
Answer
Specification Section 16140 Wiring Devices is included in Addendum #2
2. Question
What is the engineers cost estimate for the project?
Answer
In order to assure the most competitive bid proposals are submitted, Florida
International University will not release the construction cost estimate for the
project.
3. Question
What are the MBE goals set for the project, if any other than encouragement to
bid?
Answer
The project does not have any set MBE goals. However, the successful bidder
will be required to report MBE information for project and University tracking
purposes. Sample Report Form is included in Addendum #2.
4. Question
Will there be a construction manager (i.e. owners representative) contract
associated with this project?
Answer
Roles of the University Construction Project Manager and Project
Architect/Engineer are described in the Bid Documents. No other entities will be
involved in the management of the project.
5. Question
Will there be any bonding requirements for the project?
Answer
Bid Bond and Payment & Performance Bond requirements are included in the
Bid Documents.
6. Question
Will this be an OCIP project?
Answer
This project will not be an Owner Controlled Insurance Program project.
Requirements for insurance to be provided by the successful bidder are included
in the Bid Documents.
7. Question
We are interested in bidding the Football Stadium Press Boxes/Addition of East
& West Suite, Bid date: 4.1.10. Can you tell me what the budget is on this
project?
Answer
In order to assure the most competitive bid proposals are submitted, Florida
International University will not release the construction cost estimate for the
project.
8. Question
Can you please let us know the budget for this project?
Answer
In order to assure the most competitive bid proposals are submitted, Florida
International University will not release the construction cost estimate for the
project.
9. Question
Is this a Design-Build or are the plans already done?
Answer
This is not a Design-Build project. It is a conventional Design-Bid-Build project.
Construction Documents are included in the posted Bid Documents.
10. Question
Do we need to be prequalified?
Answer
There is no prequalification process for this project. Potential Bidders must meet
qualification requirements included in the Bid Documents.
11. Question
Do we need to be vendor with FIU? If yes, what is the process?
Answer
Potential Bidders need not be registered as a vendor with FIU in order to submit
their bid. Potential Bidders can register as a vendor with FIU at any time. Upon
posting of Intent to Award, the successful bidder will be required to initiate vendor
registration with the University. Registration information can be found at
http://finance.fiu.edu/purchasing/2vendor_forms.html.
12. Question
Do we need to be Bonded?
Answer
Bid Bond and Payment & Performance Bond requirements are included in the
Bid Documents.
13. Question
We would like know if this project will be site built or pre-fabricated.
Answer
Design for this project is based on site-built structure and finishes.
14. Question
Please can you let me know the Amount Value or Budget for the project
mentioned above. The surety Bonding company request before they can
processing the documents.
Answer
In order to assure the most competitive bid proposals are submitted, Florida
International University will not release the construction cost estimate for the
project.
15. Question
Estimated Value (budget) of the project. Request by Bond Company.
Answer
In order to assure the most competitive bid proposals are submitted, Florida
International University will not release the construction cost estimate for the
project.
16. Question
Under General Conditions Item 2.4 – “Vendors Conference & Site Visited” it is
schedule for April 1st, 2010; the same day of the BID DUE DATE?
Answer
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting was held on Monday, March 15, 2010 and a walk
through of the site was conducted afterwards. Another walk through of the site
will be conducted on Monday, March 22, 2010 and is non-mandatory.
17. Question
Can you advise whom to send any pre qualification or substation information to,
in regards to the press box on this bid?
Answer
There is no prequalification process for this project. Potential Bidders must meet
qualification requirements included in the Bid Documents.
18. Question
Confirm in writing that the following will not be required, as was discussed in the
mandatory prebid meeting:
a. Prior prequalification with FIU
b. MWBE\DBE Participation
c. Permit Fees
d. Prevailing wages.
Answer
a. There is no prequalification process for this project. Potential Bidders must
meet qualification requirements included in the Bid Documents.
b. The project does not have any set MBE goals. However, the successful
bidder will be required to report MBE information for project and University
tracking purposes. Sample Report Form is included in Addendum #2.
c. Florida International University implements and administers its own Building
Code Permit and Inspection Program. This program does not charge any
fees for construction permits issued including subcontractors.
d. This project is not federally funded and prevailing wage requirement or
enforcement is not applicable.
19. Question
What floor is existing panels "SLA & SL" located (not shown)?
Answer
Panels “SLA & SL” are in the serving pantry located at the center of the suite
level corridor.
20. Question
Need a fire alarm drawing showing tying to existing system (not shown).
Answer
Additional Fire Alarm devices are shown on electrical sheets. Devices shall be
added to existing notification device loop.
21. Question
Show existing on drawings (not shown).
Answer
Verify existing Fire Alarm devices on site and tie new into existing system.
22. Question
After walk-through we notice existing wall pack's.. What happens with these?
Answer
Existing wall pack luminaires shall be carefully salvaged and returned to owner.
23. Question
Is the half-shaded troffers shown require a Battery back-up Ballast?
Answer
Emergency lighting fixtures do not require a battery back-up ballast as they will
be connected to emergency power panels.
24. Question
Please provide specifications on the PVI Multifold Portable Aluminum Ramp.
Answer
PVI Multifold Portable Aluminum Ramp is a readily available product and was
included as a standard. Approved equivalents will be accepted.
25. Question
In reviewing the documents for the Construction Bid titled Football Stadium Press
Boxes/Addition of Ease and West Suites FL 090407 on page 10 it did not list a
bid guaranty as being required. However when I review the Project Manuel for
Football Stadium Press Boxes Addition of East and West Suites Rev. 10-16-89
page 11 of 106 B-13 states a Bid Bond of 5% is required. Can you please clarify
in a Bid Bond is required and if required is there a certain form FIU requires for
the Bid Bond?
Answer
Bid Guarantee shall be in any form meeting the requirements set forth in section
B-13 of the Project Manual.
26. Question
What is the project budget?
Answer
In order to assure the most competitive bid proposals are submitted, Florida
International University will not release the construction cost estimate for the
project.
27. Question
Will space within the stadium be made available to the successful bidder for use
as an office for the duration of the project?
Answer
An existing ticket booth (approx 5’x8’) can be used by the successful bidder for
use as an office for the duration of the project. Any costs for connection of
phone/fax through University Technology Services department will be the
responsibility of the successful bidder.
28. Question
Will restroom facilities within the stadium be made available for the successful
bidder’s use for the duration of the project?
Answer
Stadium restroom facilities will not be available for the successful bidder’s use.
Successful bidder must make appropriate arrangements for restroom facilities for
contractor use.
29. Question
In addition to cost, what is the criteria for selection?
Answer
Lowest bid determined to be fully responsive to criteria in bid documents shall be
the basis of award.
SECTION 16140 - WIRING DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
A.
SUMMARY
This Section includes the following:
1.
2.
3.
1.2
Receptacles, and associated device plates.
Snap switches and wall-box dimmers.
Communications outlets.
ACTION SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B.
Shop Drawings: List of legends and description of materials and process used for
premarking wall plates.
C.
Samples: One for each type of device and wall plate specified, in each color specified.
1.3
A.
1.4
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
Operation and Maintenance Data: For wiring devices to include in all manufacturers'
packing label warnings and instruction manuals that include labeling conditions.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in
NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction,
and marked for intended use.
B.
Comply with NFPA 70.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
A.
MANUFACTURERS
Manufacturers' Names: Shortened versions (shown in parentheses) of the following
manufacturers' names are used in other Part 2 articles:
1.
2.
3.
Cooper Wiring Devices; a division of Cooper Industries, Inc. (Cooper).
Hubbell Incorporated; Wiring Device-Kellems (Hubbell).
Leviton Mfg. Company Inc. (Leviton).
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4.
2.2
A.
Pass & Seymour/Legrand; Wiring Devices & Accessories (Pass & Seymour).
STRAIGHT BLADE RECEPTACLES
Convenience Receptacles, 125 V, 20 A:
configuration 5-20R, and UL 498.
1.
2.
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may
be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
2.3
Comply with NEMA WD 1, NEMA WD 6
Cooper; 5351 (single), 5352 (duplex).
Hubbell; HBL5351 (single), CR5352 (duplex).
Leviton; 5891 (single), 5352 (duplex).
Pass & Seymour; 5381 (single), 5352 (duplex).
GFCI RECEPTACLES
A.
General Description: Straight blade, feed -through type. Comply with NEMA WD 1,
NEMA WD 6, UL 498, and UL 943, Class A, and include indicator light that is lighted
when device is tripped.
B.
Duplex GFCI Convenience Receptacles, 125 V, 20 A:
1.
2.
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may
be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
b.
2.4
Cooper; GF20.
Pass & Seymour; 2084.
SNAP SWITCHES
A.
Comply with NEMA WD 1 and UL 20.
B.
Switches, 120/277 V, 20 A:
1.
2.
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may
be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Cooper; 2221 (single pole), 2222 (two pole), 2223 (three way), 2224 (four
way).
Hubbell; CS1221 (single pole), CS1222 (two pole), CS1223 (three way),
CS1224 (four way).
Leviton; 1221-2 (single pole), 1222-2 (two pole), 1223-2 (three way), 12242 (four way).
Pass & Seymour; 20AC1 (single pole), 20AC2 (two pole), 20AC3 (three
way), 20AC4 (four way).
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2.5
A.
COMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS
Telephone Outlet:
1.
2.
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may
be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
b.
3.
B.
Description: Single RJ-45 jack for terminating 100-ohm, balanced, four-pair UTP;
TIA/EIA-568-B.1 complying with Category 5e. Comply with UL 1863.
Combination TV and Telephone Outlet:
1.
2.
Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may
be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a.
b.
3.
2.6
A.
2.7
A.
Cooper; 3562.
Leviton; 40595.
Description: Single RJ-45 jack for 100-ohm, balanced, four-pair UTP; TIA/EIA568-B.1; complying with Category 5e; and one Type F coaxial cable connector.
WALL PLATES
Single and combination types to match corresponding wiring devices.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
Cooper; 3560-6.
Leviton; 40649.
Plate-Securing Screws: Metal with head color to match plate finish.
Material for Finished Spaces: Per Building Standard.
Material for Unfinished Spaces: Galvanized steel.
Material for Damp Locations: Cast aluminum with spring-loaded lift cover, and
listed and labeled for use in "wet locations."
Wet-Location, Weatherproof Cover Plates: NEMA 250, complying with type 3R
weather-resistant, die-cast aluminum with lockable cover.
FINISHES
Color: Wiring device catalog numbers in Section Text do not designate device color.
1.
2.
3.
Wiring Devices Connected to Normal Power System: Per Building Standard
Wiring Devices Connected to Emergency Power System: Red.
TVSS Devices: Blue.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
Comply with NECA 1, including the mounting heights listed in that standard, unless
otherwise noted.
B.
Coordination with Other Trades:
1.
2.
3.
4.
C.
Take steps to insure that devices and their boxes are protected. Do not place
wall finish materials over device boxes and do not cut holes for boxes with
routers that are guided by riding against outside of the boxes.
Keep outlet boxes free of plaster, drywall joint compound, mortar, cement,
concrete, dust, paint, and other material that may contaminate the raceway
system, conductors, and cables.
Install device boxes in brick or block walls so that the cover plate does not cross
a joint unless the joint is troweled flush with the face of the wall.
Install wiring devices after all wall preparation, including painting, is complete.
Conductors:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Do not strip insulation from conductors until just before they are spliced or
terminated on devices.
Strip insulation evenly around the conductor using tools designed for the
purpose. Avoid scoring or nicking of solid wire or cutting strands from stranded
wire.
The length of free conductors at outlets for devices shall meet provisions of
NFPA 70, Article 300, without pigtails.
Existing Conductors:
a.
b.
c.
D.
Cut back and pigtail, or replace all damaged conductors.
Straighten conductors that remain and remove corrosion and foreign
matter.
Pigtailing existing conductors is permitted provided the outlet box is large
enough.
Device Installation:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Replace all devices that have been in temporary use during construction or that
show signs that they were installed before building finishing operations were
complete.
Keep each wiring device in its package or otherwise protected until it is time to
connect conductors.
Do not remove surface protection, such as plastic film and smudge covers, until
the last possible moment.
Connect devices to branch circuits using pigtails that are not less than 6 inches
(152 mm) in length.
When there is a choice, use side wiring with binding-head screw terminals. Wrap
solid conductor tightly clockwise, 2/3 to 3/4 of the way around terminal screw.
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6.
7.
8.
9.
E.
Use a torque screwdriver when a torque is recommended or required by the
manufacturer.
When conductors larger than No. 12 AWG are installed on 15- or 20-A circuits,
splice No. 12 AWG pigtails for device connections.
Tighten unused terminal screws on the device.
When mounting into metal boxes, remove the fiber or plastic washers used to
hold device mounting screws in yokes, allowing metal-to-metal contact.
Receptacle Orientation:
1.
Install ground pin of vertically mounted receptacles down, and on horizontally
mounted receptacles to the right.
F.
Device Plates: Do not use oversized or extra-deep plates. Repair wall finishes and
remount outlet boxes when standard device plates do not fit flush or do not cover rough
wall opening.
G.
Dimmers:
1.
2.
3.
H.
3.2
A.
Arrangement of Devices: Unless otherwise indicated, mount flush, with long dimension
vertical and with grounding terminal of receptacles on top. Group adjacent switches
under single, multigang wall plates.
IDENTIFICATION
Comply with Division 16 Section "Electrical Identification."
1.
3.3
A.
Receptacles: Identify panelboard and circuit number from which served. Use
hot, stamped or engraved machine printing with black -filled lettering on face of
plate, and durable wire markers or tags inside outlet boxes.
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
Perform tests and inspections and prepare test reports.
1.
2.
B.
Install dimmers within terms of their listing.
Verify that dimmers used for fan speed control are listed for that application.
Install unshared neutral conductors on line and load side of dimmers according to
manufacturers' device listing conditions in the written instructions.
Test Instruments: Use instruments that comply with UL 1436.
Test Instrument for Convenience Receptacles: Digital wiring analyzer with digital
readout or illuminated LED indicators of measurement.
Tests for Convenience Receptacles:
1.
2.
3.
Line Voltage: Acceptable range is 105 to 132 V.
Percent Voltage Drop under 15-A Load: A value of 6 percent or higher is not
acceptable.
Ground Impedance: Values of up to 2 ohms are acceptable.
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4.
5.
6.
GFCI Trip: Test for tripping values specified in UL 1436 and UL 943.
Using the test plug, verify that the device and its outlet box are securely
mounted.
The tests shall be diagnostic, indicating damaged conductors, high resistance at
the circuit breaker, poor connections, inadequate fault current path, defective
devices, or similar problems. Correct circuit conditions, remove malfunctioning
units and replace with new, and retest as specified above.
END OF SECTION 16140
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