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Project involves installation of new 15 kV feeders and removal of old 5 kV cables. Compliance with environmental regulations regarding smoke, dust, and hazardous materials is required. Noise control measures must be followed. Contractors must obtain necessary permits and comply with all applicable codes and regulations. Quality control and assurance are the contractor's responsibility, including detailed examination and inspection of work. Temporary facilities like utilities and sanitary facilities must be provided. Vehicular access and parking are controlled within a secure area, requiring TWIC credentials. Product data, shop drawings, and sample submittals are required. Products must be new unless otherwise specified. Transportation, handling, storage, and protection of products are crucial. Examination and preparation of site conditions and substrate surfaces are necessary before commencing work. Installation must follow manufacturer instructions and codes. Progress and final cleaning are required, with specific waste disposal regulations. Contract closeout procedures include submittal of warranties, as-built drawings, and final payment applications. A one-year warranty on labor, materials, and equipment is standard. Medium voltage cable, terminations, junctions, and fault indicators are specified, with compliance to various industry standards. Contractor qualifications for medium voltage work are detailed. Testing of new medium voltage cable, including high potential tests and partial discharge plots, is mandatory before energization. Grounding systems must be installed according to code, with specific connection methods required. Switchgear requires testing and maintenance according to NFPA 70B standards, including infrared scanning.
The contractor warrants the labor, materials and equipment delivered under the contract to be free from defects in design, material, or workmanship, and against damage caused prior to final inspection. Unless otherwise specified, this warranty extends for a period of one 1 year from the date of substantial completion. The contractor warrants the labor, materials and equipment delivered under the contract to be free from defects in design, material, or workmanship, and against damage caused prior to final inspection.
Contractor qualifications for medium voltage work include being a first-tier subcontractor, having licensed electricians, and all electricians performing medium voltage work must be qualified medium voltage electricians by the state of Washington or applicable jurisdiction. employees must be licensed electricians. All electricians performing medium voltage work shall be qualified medium voltage electricians by the state of Washington or applicable jurisdiction for work on medium voltage energized circuits and construction per wac **** and wac **** or applicable codes and regulations
Sample submittals are required to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Sample submittals: illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices.
Contractor assumes responsibility for work contrary to code requirements if work proceeds without notice to the engineer. Contractor assumes responsibility for work contrary to such requirements if work proceeds without notice.