NAVFAC Design-Build Model Request for Proposal - Marine Corps BEQ

G4010 ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION

NOTE:  Edit voltage characteristics to match voltages for the project.
 
Coordinate with local activity utility branch to determine the closest point of connection for the electrical distribution. Preliminary load calculations will be required by the RFP writer for the activity to assure that the existing system will not be overloaded. A site plan and simple one line diagram will generally be required to direct the design builder and coordinate properly with the existing electrical power system if switching and or tie networks are involved.

Connect to the existing [         kV], three phase, [four] [three] wire, 60 Hertz electrical power system. The connection point must be [overhead] [underground] at [Pole xxx] [Manhole xxx] [     ] and extended to the project site underground in ductbank to a Pad Mounted Transformer.

NOTE:  Provide available fault current when it is known. Use second option below for all other cases. Assuming an infinite bus will assure a conservative design but may result in connections of medium voltage equipment being oversized or inadequate for the conditions. Consult with the activity. When accurate data is not available, choose infinite bus.

The available fault current at the point of connection [is [     ]] [must be assumed to be an infinite bus.]

G401002 TRANSFORMERS

Provide a three phase pad mounted transformer to feed the facility.

Provide the following features:

• Dead-Front Design with ANSI specific front plate spacing
• Radial feed switch
• Three surge arresters for radial feed circuits.
• Biodegradable less-flammable liquid-insulated

G401004 OVERHEAD ELECTRIC CONDUCTORS

NOTE:  Overhead systems will generally be simple radial taps from existing distribution. Existing poles should be utilized to the extent possible.

[Provide a [three] [single] phase overhead pole line from [    ] to [the facility site] [     ] .]

G401005 TOWERS, POLES, CROSSARMS AND INSULATORS

Provide wood poles for overhead power distribution.

G401006 UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC CONDUCTORS

Provide a medium voltage and a 600 volt secondary underground electrical power distribution systems to meet the connection requirements as indicated in paragraph G4010 "Electrical Distribution".   Provide fused cut-outs on connections to overhead distribution systems.

G401007 DUCTBANKS, MANHOLES, HANDHOLES AND RACEWAYS

Provide a system of concrete encased ductbanks, handholes and manholes for all underground power wiring.

G401008 GROUNDING SYSTEMS

Provide a complete grounding system for the electrical power distribution system.

G401009 METERING

Provide a separate Kilowatt Demand Meter for each Pad Mounted Transformer [and Unit Substation].

NOTE:  Coordinate with local activity for any specific energy management requirements. Coordinate this section with interior metering requirements in ESR D50.

[Provide each secondary switchgear with a separate digital circuit monitor/analyzer. Provide equipment with capabilities to connect to the existing [          ] monitoring system.]

G401011 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR COASTAL AND HIGH HUMIDITY AREAS

NOTE:  Determine if the location will require unique design features related to minimizing equipment degradation associated with premature rusting caused by exposure salt spray in coastal areas or high humidity.  UFC 3-501-01 establishes design requirements. 

[Provide exterior equipment designed for coastal and high humidity areas.]

G4020 SITE LIGHTING

Provide site lighting for exterior including underground distribution, handholes, grounding, poles, fixtures and controls as required for a complete and usable system.

G402001 EXTERIOR LIGHTING FIXTURES AND CONTROLS

NOTE:  Fill in bracket with description of areas or spaces requiring lighting.  Utilize SSL lighting sources (e.g., LED) for exterior lighting, except where lighting is required to match an existing source.

[Highway Lighting] for [           ]
[Secondary Street Lighting] for [           ]
[Residential Streets] for [           ]
[Area and Parking Lighting] for [           ]

[Provide [LED][induction][fluorescent] [metal halide] type lighting fixtures, complete with lamps.]

NOTE:  Include one of the following options based on owner preference. When first option is used, include times and dates for ON/OFF operation. Include contactor, time switch, photocell switch requirements as applicable.

[Provide an automatic lighting control system for exterior lighting fixtures utilizing lighting contactors, time switches, and photocell switches such that lighting will automatically turn "ON" at [      ] and turn "OFF" at [       ].]

[Provide lighting control for exterior lighting fixtures with individual photocell switches on each luminaire.]

G402003 OTHER AREA LIGHTING

Provide other area lighting for equipment washdown and drying areas and recreational areas.

G402004 LIGHTING POLES

NOTE:  Coordinate selection of poles and installation method with the Base Exterior Architectural Plan (BEAP) or Installation Appearance Plan (IAP).  RFP writer shall coordinate with local activity to determine desired site lighting requirements.

Provide [concrete poles] [fiberglass poles] [aluminum] [steel]  [direct set] [complete with foundations] for site lighting.

G402005 UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC CONDUCTORS

Provide a complete underground distribution system for all site lighting systems.

G402006 DUCTBANKS, MANHOLES AND HANDHOLES

Provide a direct buried underground system including conduits and handholes to meet the connection requirements indicated in paragraph G4020 "Site Lighting".

G402007 GROUNDING SYSTEMS

Provide a complete grounding system for all site lighting systems.

G4030 SITE COMMUNICATION AND SECURITY

NOTE:  This section is written around tapping into an existing site communications infrastructure and extending service to a new or renovated facility. It is not intended to be used as a tool to build or modify a telecommunications infrastructure system. If project scope includes such, this spec will require extensive modifications. Include only the bracketed items relevant to the project. Delete all others.

Provide a site communication system including, but not necessarily limited to, Voice and Data Telecommunications Systems and Cable Television (CATV) Systems including all conduit and wiring, underground structures, termination equipment, poles and structures, and grounding systems as required for a complete and usable system.

G403001 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

NOTE:  Coordinate with local activity Base Communication Officer to determine if exterior telecommunications is the responsibility of the Contractor or Government provided and edit the following accordingly. Connection point may be on an overhead pole but should typically be underground. Copper pairs and fiber counts will typically be determined by the RFP writer working with the BCO.  The ICS Infrastructure fiber optic cable will be terminated in the ICS equipment rack located in the Telecommunications Equipment Room.

[The connection point for the site telecommunications systems must be [overhead] [underground] at [Pole xxx] [Manhole xxx] and extended to the project site [overhead] [underground in a system of manholes and ductbank] [underground in direct buried in conduit] to the [telecommunications equipment room] [            ].]

NOTE:  ICS Infrastructure is typically 4-strand single-mode fiber optic cable.  Only use multimode mode fiber optic cable if the existing fiber plant is multimode.  Otherwise use single mode fiber optic cable.  Use the first paragraph if the fiber optic cable is Contractor provided.  Use the second paragraph if the fiber optic cable is Government provided.

If the ICS Infrastructure is provided separate from the Telecommunications System, identify the requirements for the ICS Infrastructure in G403010.

[Provide [       ] pair copper and [      ] strand [single] [multi] mode fiber optic cable between the connection point and building entrance facilities.]

[Provide [   ] empty [     ] inch ([     ] mm) conduits with pull strings for Government provided cable. [           ] will provide [     ] pair copper and [     ] strand [single] [multi] mode fiber optic cable into the building entrance facilities.]

G403002 CABLE TV SYSTEMS (CATV)

NOTE:  Coordinate with local activity Base Communication Officer to determine if exterior CATV is the responsibility of the Contractor or provided by local CATV provider and edit the following accordingly. Typically CATV cable should be provided by the local CATV company via customer provided conduits. Connection point may be on an overhead pole but should typically be underground.

The connection point for the site CATV must be [overhead] [underground] at [Pole xxx] [Manhole xxx] and extended to the project site underground in ductbank to the telecommunications equipment room. 

Provide 1 empty 103 mm (4 inch) conduits with pull strings between the exterior connection point and equipment room.

G403003 CABLES AND WIRING

Cables and wiring for site telecommunications systems are required as stated in their respective categories.

G403004 DUCTBANKS, MANHOLES AND HANDHOLES

Provide a system of ductbanks, manholes, and handholes for site telecommunications.

G403009 GROUNDING SYSTEMS

Provide a complete grounding system for all site communications and security systems.

G403010 INDUSTRIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS (ICS)

NOTE:  Only use this section if the ICS Infrastructure is separate from the base Telecommunications System.  Coordinate with local activity Base Communication Officer and Public Works ICS Manager to determine if exterior telecommunications is the responsibility of the Contractor or Government provided and edit the following accordingly.  Connection point will typically be underground.  Fiber counts will typically be determined by the RFP writer working with the BCO.    The ICS Infrastructure fiber optic cable will be terminated in the ICS equipment rack located in the Telecommunications Equipment Room.

 [The connection point for the site ICS Infrastructure must be underground at [Manhole xxx][Pedestal xxx] and extended to the project site [underground in a system of manholes and ductbank] [underground in direct buried in conduit] to the telecommunications equipment room.

NOTE:  ICS Infrastructure is typically 4-strand single-mode fiber optic cable.  Only use multimode mode fiber optic cable if the existing fiber plant is multimode.  Otherwise use single mode fiber optic cable.  Use the first paragraph if the fiber optic cable is Contractor provided.  Use the second paragraph if the fiber optic cable is Government provided.

 [Provide [      ] strand [single][multi] mode fiber optic cable between the connection point and the telecommunications equipment room.]

[Provide [   ] empty [     ] inch ([     ] mm) conduits with pull strings for Government provided cable. [           ] will provide [     ] strand [single][multi] mode fiber optic cable into the telecommunications equipment room.] ]

G409007 PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY SYSTEM

NOTE: Consider ground mounted crystalline panel Photovoltaic Energy Systems for all buildings with clearance from shading, and site area availability.

Verify that a life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) has been performed per UFC 1-200-02, by planning or otherwise perform a LCCA before design start.  Perform an analysis for your project using "PVWatts" at http://pvwatts.nrel.gov/. Locally verify and apply for incentives, where applicable. Incentives may be found at www.dsireusa.org. Purchased electrical utility rates may be found at https://navyenergy.navfac.mil/duers/index.html. EAR 16 Activity Detail Report contains the blended purchase price.

Coordinate special requirements for metering with Activity and add appropriate information on existing and planned systems.

Size Photovoltaic System, verify size specified will physically fit available space.

Provide a [ground][pole][canopy] mounted, grid connected, photovoltaic energy system including crystalline photovoltaic panels, inverters, combiner boxes, and support systems. System inverters must have an output of [480Y/277v] [208Y/120v] [240/120v] [ ] and a minimum aggregate capacity of [ ]kw.

Design the system to achieve an estimated minimum average annual energy production of [ ] kilowatt-hours per year for the first 5 years of operation.

Provide KWH meters that are compatible to [the existing base AMI system][ ].

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