1.3
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1.3.1
Standard Products
Material and equipment shall be the standard products of a manufacturer
regularly engaged in the manufacture of the products for at least [2]
[_____] years prior to bid opening. Equipment shall be supported by a
service organization that can provide service within 24 hours of
notification.
1.3.2
Nameplates
Major components of equipment shall have the manufacturer's name, address,
type or style, voltage and current rating, and catalog number on a
noncorrosive and nonheat-sensitive plate which is securely attached to the
equipment.
1.3.3
Keys and Locks
Locks shall be keyed alike.
Four keys for the system shall be provided.
1.4.4
Tags
Tags with stamped identification number shall be furnished for keys and
locks.
1.3.5
Verification of Dimensions
After becoming familiar with details of the work, the Contractor shall
verify dimensions in the field and shall advise the Contracting Officer of
any discrepancy before performing the work.
1.3.6
Compliance
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NOTE: Assure that the contract package contains
language to require that the fire alarm system is
Year 2000 compliant/
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The fire detection and alarm system and the central reporting system shall
be configured in accordance with NFPA 72; exceptions are acceptable as
directed by the Contracting Officer. The equipment furnished shall be
compatible and be UL listed, FM approved, or approved or listed by a
nationally recognized testing laboratory in accordance with the applicable
NFPA standards.
1.3.7
Qualifications
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NOTE: Since some states require that persons
performing the installation of Fire Alarm Systems be
NICET certified, the number of certified NICET Fire
Alarm technicians will vary from state to state.
The actual number of NICET certified technicians
should be checked with the state fire marshal. If
the availability of NICET technicians is a problem,
delete all references to NICET.
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