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Section 260500
Basic Electrical Requirements
PART 1 � GENERAL
1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. The work included in this division of the specifications includes, but is not limited to,
all labor, material and equipment to completely install all electrical work throughout
the entire project as shown on the Contract Documents.
B. Products Installed But Not Supplied Under This Section:
1. This Contractor is responsible for connection of equipment supplied by other Con�
tractors as indicated in the Contract Documents.
2. This Contractor is responsible for connection of equipment supplied by Owner as in�
dicated in the Contract Documents.
1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. General Requirements specifically applicable to Division 26, 27 and 28, in addition to
Division 0 and Division 1 provisions.
C. Division 1 – Submittals.
D. Division 1 � Temporary Electricity.
E. Division 1 � Temporary Lighting.
F. Division 1 � Contract Closeout.
G. Section 07 84 00 � Fire Stopping.
H. Section 07 90 00 – Joint Sealants.
I. Section 05 53 23 – Roof Insulation and Membrane Roofing – EPDM.
J. Section 08 71 00 – Door Hardware.
K. Section 09 91 00 – Painting.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. IEEE C2 – National Electrical Safety Code.
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B. ANSI/NECA 1�2006 – Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting.
C. NFPA 70, Latest Edition – National Electrical Code with amendments as applied by
adopting agency or authority.
D. NRTL – Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory recognized by OSHA..
E. UL – Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (NRTL).
F. ETL – Intertek Laboratory (NTRL).
G. NFPA�70E, Latest edition – National Electrical Safety Code.
1.04 DEFINITIONS
A. EPDM: Ethylene�propylene�diene terpolymer rubber.
B. Where colors are indicated or noted to be selected by the Architect it shall be
interpreted to mean custom color, optional color, or color selected from standard RAL
paint chart.
1.05 SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS
A. Refer to specific specification sections for system descriptions.
B. Unless specifically indicated otherwise, this Contractor is responsible for work
assigned to Contract as indicated in the Specifications and as Shown on the Drawings
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. General:
1. Refer to Division 01, Division 26, 27 and 28 technical sections for additional
requirements.
2. Submit separate sets of submittals for each separate building of the project.
3. Any submittal not meeting all specified requirements will be returned without
review.
4. Each contractor shall submit shop drawings as stated in Division 1 Sections
pertaining to submission of shop drawings, product data, samples, and as
specified herein.
5. Product Data: For sleeve seals.
B. All submissions shall be processed electronically using PDF format with maximum
10MB file size. Transmit to submittals@lacquis.com in accordance with Division 01
Section "Submittals." Each submission shall include a cover page identifying the
project name, contact information of contractor responsible and the associated
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specification number for the product submitted. (Alternatively, transmit large file size
submittals via Leapfile: http://lacquis.leapfile.net. Select the secure upload option and
type cheflin@lacquis.com as the recipient and follow the onscreen directions.)
C. Approval of shop drawings does not relieve the contractor of the responsibility for
ordering proper quantities and miscellaneous appurtenances required for operation
and/or installation of the respective material or equipment nor from the responsibility
of complying with all elements of the Contract Documents.
D. Provide specific information with each submittal as stated in the respective
specification sections.
E. The following General Information is required with each submittal as applicable.
1. Full manufacturer’s model name and number of each item.
2. Equipment performance, physical size by dimension, and construction data.
3. Location of connection points for external piping, ductwork, and electrical
connections.
4. Complete wiring diagrams and connection identifications.
5. Contractor’s stamp, signature and date shall be affixed to submittal drawing
indicating his review and approval.
F. Shop Drawings/Product Data:
1. Submit copies of the shop drawings and product data for All items on the
approved manufacturer’s material list (Exhibit “A”) or as requested by the
Architect.
2. Highlight product data to indicate product proposed for use and compliance to
Contract Documents. Product data not highlighted will be returned without
review.
3. With each product data submittal provide front index pages that include the
following:
a. Engineer’s project title and number.
b. Contractor’s name, address and telephone number.
c. Column style listing of each product item included in the submittal with
product manufacturer name, catalog number, and description.
d. Space for Engineer’s review stamp. This space shall be a minimum of
3 inches by 5 inches in size.
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G. Closeout Submittals:
1. Operation and Maintenance Instructions and Data:
a. Submit two (2) hard copies and one (1) electronic copy on compact disk
complete sets of manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions,
parts list, and maintenance and repair data for all electrical equipment
requiring instructions, inspection, and/or periodic maintenance.
b. Submit operation and maintenance instructions and data under provisions
of Division 1 and as indicated in all Sections of Divisions 26, 27 and 28.
2. Project Record Documents:
a. Submit under provisions of Division 1 and as indicated in all Sections of
Divisions 26, 27 and 28.
b. Revise all rough�in drawings to “As Built” status at the project
completion. Drawings are to include as a minimum:
1) Complete set of electrical drawings including schedules and
power distribution diagrams.
2) All changes to the electrical layout and Contract Documents,
including architectural floor plans, by addenda, supplemental
instructions, change orders, and field changes.
3) Actual installed locations of all electrical equipment.
4) Actual circuit numbers.
5) All underground conduit locations.
c. Project record drawings format shall be as follows:
1) Drawings must be drawn on a CAD system. Hand drawn or
scanned copies of drawings are not acceptable.
2) Drawings must be submitted as electronic drawing files in
AutoCAD 2000 or newer format on CD�ROM. Files that are not
editable (DWF, PDF, etc.) or in other formats (DXF, etc.) are not
acceptable.
3) Each project drawing shall be submitted as a separate drawing
file. Zipped files or files containing multiple drawings are not
acceptable.
d. Provide the following in the title block area of each drawing:
1) This Contractor’s stamp or information block that is to include,
as a minimum, the Contractor’s official business name, address
and telephone number.
2) A label identifying the drawing as “Project Record Documents”
and the record drawing submission date.
e. Submit the following “As�Built” drawings record documents:
1) Two copies of CD�ROM disk set each containing electronic files
of the complete set of the project “As�Built” drawings.
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1.07 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Install work using procedures defined in NECA Standards of Installation.
1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Deliver, store, protect, and handle products to site under provisions of Division 1.
B. Accept equipment. Inspect for damage.
C. Protect all materials from damage. Store all materials indoors at all times, unless other
storage arrangements are approved by the Engineer.
D. Keep materials stored in such manner so as not to interfere with the process of the work
of other Contractors or with the operation of existing facilities.
1.09 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Perform all work to conform to or exceed the minimum requirements of
codes/standards referenced in Paragraph 1.03 References and all federal, state, local
and municipal codes and ordinances. Comply with the directions of all properly
appointed authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Installations shown on Contract Documents that exceed the minimum requirements of
the referenced codes/standards or other regulations shall be installed as indicated.
C. Furnish products listed and classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) as
suitable for the purposes indicated.
D. Measurement Procedures:
1. Unless specific measurements are indicated in the Contract Documents, this
contractor is responsible for field verifying and coordinating all locations,
placements and adequate clearances for materials and equipment installed under
work of this contract.
2. Where specific measurements, offsets, etc. are indicated, contractor shall field
verify and coordinate these with existing conditions, work of other contractors
and construction.
1.10 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate arrangement, mounting, and support of electrical equipment:
1. To allow maximum possible headroom unless specific mounting heights that
reduce headroom are indicated.
2. To provide for ease of disconnecting the equipment with minimum interference
to other installations.
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3. To allow right of way for piping and conduit installed at required slope.
4. So connecting raceways, cables, wireways, cable trays, and busways will be clear
of obstructions and of the working and access space of other equipment.
B. Coordinate installation of required supporting devices and set sleeves in cast�in�place
concrete, masonry walls, and other structural components as they are constructed.
C. Coordinate location of access panels and doors for electrical items that are behind
finished surfaces or otherwise concealed. Access doors and panels are specified in
Division 08 Section "Access Doors and Frames."
D. Coordinate sleeve selection and application with selection and application of
firestopping specified in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping".
1.11 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate the work specified in this Division under the provisions of Division 1.
B. Before installing any work, check the drawings for exact dimensions and see that the
electrical work does not interfere with clearance required for beams, foundations,
finished columns, pilasters, partitions, piping, ductwork, etc. After work is installed
and it develops that interferences occur, which have not been called to the Architect's,
Engineer’s or Construction Manager's attention before the installation, make such
changes to the electrical work, at the expense of this Contractor, as requested by the
Architect/Engineer.
C. The location and arrangement of the various parts of the installation are indicated on
the Contract Documents. Install all parts as approximately shown. Make all changes
necessary to pass immovable obstructions without additional cost to the Owner.
However, do not decrease sizes or quantities, or make radical changes in any part of the
installation without the written consent of the Engineer.
D. Prior to installation, issue a print to the other Contractors of the project showing exact
location of light fixtures, outlets and supporting devices.
E. Check the exact location of switches, outlets, panels, cabinets, etc. Where said
equipment may become inaccessible if installed where indicated, relocate said
equipment as requested by the Engineer, at no additional cost to the Owner.
F. For equipment requiring connections by other contractors, provide Engineer approved
submittals to the appropriate Contractors. Approval submittals are to depict the
required connections.
1.12 WARRANTY
A. Provide warranty under provisions of Divisions 0 and 1.
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B. Honor component warranties for the term established by the Manufacturer, if greater
than the warranty period indicated in Divisions 0 and 1.
1.13 SYSTEM STARTUP
A. Contractor is responsible for startup of all systems under this covered under this
Contract.
1. Refer to specific sections for additional requirements.
1.14 OWNER’S INSTRUCTION
A. At the time that any electrical system included under this contract is released for
operation to the Owner, provide a competent instructor to advise the maintenance
and/or operating personnel as to the proper maintenance and operation of all
components of the system.
B. Owner instruction shall not occur until electrical system component has been
completely reviewed, programmed and identified issues resolved. Owner instruction
on incomplete or less than fully functional systems is not acceptable and will have to be
repeated once issues are resolved..
PART 2 � PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURERS
A. Substitution of Equal Products
1. No substitutions will be considered, except in accordance with the following:
a. Contractor shall submit, in writing, request for approval of equal
products a minimum of ten (10) working days prior to Bid, or as
otherwise indicated under Division 1.
b. Request shall include:
1) Product for which substitution is being requested.
2) Manufacturer’s product data sheets.
3) Fabrication and detail drawings.
4) Other supporting material substantiating equality of proposed
product.
5) Impact of proposed product on construction time and other
Contractors.
c. Engineer shall be the sole judge of acceptability of equality of proposed
product, and Engineer’s decision shall be final..
2.02 EXISTING PRODUCTS
A. Where existing products are to remain and to be reused, expanded or otherwise
modified, ensure that the new materials are compatible with the existing.
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2.03 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
A. Quality
1. Materials and products listed in the Contract Documents establish the standard of
quality required.
B. Furnish products listed and classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. as suitable for
purposes specified and shown.
C. All materials shall be new, complete with manufacturer's guarantee or warranty and
shall be approved by UL if a standard has been established by that agency for the type
of material.
D. All materials of the same type or class shall be the product of one manufacturer. For
example, all panelboards shall be from the same manufacturer, all lighting switches
from the same manufacturer, etc.
E. Materials shall also comply with all applicable standards of the National Electrical
Manufacturer's Association, Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association, National
Electrical Safety Code, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Edison
Electrical Institute, American Insurance Association, National Board of Fire
Underwriters, National Fire Protection Association, National Safety Council, National
Bureau of Standards, the National Electrical Code and the Williams�Steiger
Occupational Safety and Health Act of l970. Such standards are hereby made a part of
these specifications.
2.04 TOUCHUP PAINT
A. For equipment: Equipment manufacturer’s paint selected to match installed equipment
finish.
B. Galvanized Surfaces: Zinc�rich paint recommended by item manufacturer.
PART 3 � EXECUTION
3.01 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
A. Work shall be performed by individuals skilled in work of specific trade involved.
3.02 EXAMINATION
A. Contractor shall verify existing and site conditions prior to commencing any work.
1. Contractor shall immediately bring to the attention of the Engineer any
discrepancies found between the Contact Documents and site conditions.
2. Contractor shall be responsible for verifying all dimensions and installation
requirements for materials and equipment to be provided.
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B. Work indicated in the Contract Documents is to provide the intent of the work required.
1. Unless specifically dimensioned or otherwise noted, equipment locations and
connection points are approximate and are to be verified by contractor as part of
the work of the contract.
2. Contractor shall be responsible for verifying all dimensions and installation
requirements for materials and equipment provided.
3.03 PREPARATION
A. Contractor is responsible for protection of existing and new construction during work
under his Contract.
3.04 GENERAL
A. Perform all work in accordance with industry standards of practice and workmanship as
described in ANSI/NECA 1�2006 – Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting.
B. All work shall present a neat mechanical appearance when completed.
C. All methods and techniques of installation shall be subject to the approval of the
architect.
D. Paint all surface mounted or otherwise exposed conduit, raceways, surface raceways,
boxes, and electrical equipment occurring in finished areas to match the surfaces on
which they are installed, under provisions of Division 9.
E. Measure indicated mounting heights to bottom of unit for suspended items and to top of
unit for wall�mounting items.
F. Headroom Maintenance: If mounting heights or other location criteria are not
indicated, arrange and install components and equipment to provide maximum possible
headroom consistent with these requirements.
G. Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of
components of both electrical equipment and other nearby installations. Connect in
such a way as to facilitate future disconnecting with minimum interference with other
items in the vicinity.
H. No energized conductors shall be exposed at any time except when immediate area is
under the direct supervision of a qualified electrician.
I. Only UL approved tools shall be used at the project.
J. All equipment labeling and system programming shall utilize and display the Owner's
room numbers. Do not use the Architect’s room numbers..
K. Right of Way: Give to piping systems installed at a required slope.
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3.05 CUTTING, PATCHING, DAMAGE, AND MUTILATION
A. The General Contractor is responsible for all cutting indicated on the Architectural
Drawings related to installation or removal of work of the Mechanical and Electrical
Trades. All required cutting may not be shown. Any additional cutting and patching
required, which is not indicated on the Architectural Drawings, is the responsibility of
the trade requiring the access, as provided for in the specifications.
B. Properly patch and repair cuts made into or penetration made through fire rated walls,
floors, and ceilings to maintain their proper fire rating. Penetrations of fire barriers are
to be sealed under Division 7.
C. Roof openings required by this Contractor that are not shown on the architectural or
structural drawings shall be cut and, if necessary, reinforced under Division 7 and paid
for by this Contractor.
D. All undue or untimely damage or mutilation of masonry, plaster and other finished
surfaces around conduit, equipment, etc., done by this Contractor shall be repaired by
the proper Contractor and paid for by this Contractor.
E. This Contractor shall be responsible for damage to or mutilation of the work of the
other Contractors or to the building and its contents caused by equipment installed by
him.
F. The finish of any item that has been marred, scratched or damaged in any way by this
Contractor shall be repaired and repainted at the expense of this Contractor, and to the
satisfaction of the Architect and/or Owner.
G. All finish painting shall be done under Division 9.
H. Cut, channel, chase, and drill floors, walls, partitions, ceilings, and other surfaces
required to permit electrical installations. Perform cutting by skilled mechanics of
trades involved.
I. Repair and refinish disturbed finish materials and other surfaces to match adjacent
undisturbed surfaces. Install new fireproofing where existing firestopping has been
disturbed. Repair and refinish materials and other surfaces by skilled mechanics of
trades involved.
3.06 TEMPORARY UTILITIES
A. Provide temporary electricity and lighting under provisions of Division 1.
3.07 INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE
A. Make all changes in services or service shut�downs so as to provide a minimum of
interference with operation of services in the building.
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B. When changes require shut�down of building services, notify the Owner not less than
twenty�four (24) hours in advance and obtain approval from the Owner/Pproper
Building authorities and Architect before making changes. Give duration and nature of
shut�down.
C. Obtain approval from the Owner/Proper Building Authorities and Architect for all
temporary arrangements.
3.08 RESPONSIBILITY
A. This Contractor's responsibility shall not end with the installation and/or connection of
the various apparatus. Provide electricians to properly adjust the various electrical
devices, make the required tests, etc., until such time as the entire electrical installation
functions properly in every detail.
B. No energized conductors shall be exposed at any time except when the immediate area
is under the direct supervision of a qualified electrician. Only UL approved tools, shall
be used at the project.
3.09 ACCESSIBILITY
A. Locate all equipment which must be serviced, operated or maintained in fully
accessible positions. Minor deviations from the Drawings may be made to allow for
better accessibility, but changes of magnitude or which involve extra cost shall not be
made without the approval of the Engineer.
B. Allow ample space for removal of all parts that may require replacement or service in
the future.
3.10 LABELING AND PROGRAMMING
A. All equipment labeling and system programming shall utilize and display the Owner's
room numbers. Do not use the Architect’s room numbers.
3.11 REPAIR/RESTORATION
A. Contractor is responsible for any and all repairs of existing and new construction
caused by work of this Contract.
B. Contractor is responsible for repair of any and all of the materials installed under this
Contract that are faulty or damaged.
3.12 REFINISHING AND TOUCHUP PAINTING
A. Clean damaged and disturbed areas and apply primer, intermediate, and finish coats to
suit the degree of damage at each location.
B. Follow paint manufacturer's written instructions for surface preparation and for timing
and application of successive coats.
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C. Repair damage to galvanized finishes with zinc�rich paint recommended by
manufacturer.
D. Repair damage to PVC or paint finishes with matching touchup coating recommended
by manufacturer.
3.13 REINSTALLATION
A. Contractor shall re�install any and all work performed under this Contract which does
not meet the requirements of the Contract Documents.
1. Such re�installation shall be done at the Contractor’s expense.
2. Such work shall be done on a schedule submitted to and approved by the
Engineer.
3.14 FIRESTOPPING
A. Apply firestopping to penetrations of fire�rated floor and wall assemblies for electrical
installations to restore original fire�resistance rating of assembly. Firestopping
materials and installation requirements are specified in Division 07 Section
"Penetration Firestopping."
3.15 DEMOLITION
A. Protect existing electrical equipment and installations indicated to remain. If damaged
or disturbed in the course of the Work, remove damaged portions and install new
products of equal capacity, quality, and functionality.
B. Accessible Work: Remove exposed electrical equipment and installations, indicated to
be demolished, in their entirety.
C. Abandoned Work: Cut and remove buried raceway and wiring, indicated to be
abandoned in place, 2 inches below the surface of adjacent construction. Cap raceways
and patch surface to match existing finish.
D. Remove demolished material from Project site.
E. Remove, store, clean, reinstall, reconnect, and make operational components indicated
for relocation.
3.16 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Contractor is responsible for site inspections, adjustments, starting and documentation
of materials and equipment as indicated in the Contract Documents.
B. Where specifically indicated, Contractor shall arrange, and pay for, the Manufacturer’s
Field Services to start�up, inspect, or otherwise verify installation and operation of
specific equipment.
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3.17 CLEANING
A. Contractor is responsible for clean�up as indicated under requirements of Division 1.
3.18 DEMONSTRATION
A. Contractor is responsible for coordinating demonstrations and training sessions.
1. Sessions shall be of the type and minimum length as indicated under specific
sections.
2. Demonstration and training sessions shall be scheduled at the Owner’s
convenience and coordinated with the Engineer.
3. Demonstration and training sessions shall occur at time of first beneficial use of
such equipment and systems, unless specifically requested otherwise by
Engineer.
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