SECTION: 23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
 
Criteria

  1. Quality Assurance: EP 415-1-261, Volume 1 & EP 415-1-261, Volume 4
  2. UFGS SECTION 23 30 00  AIR DISTRIBUTION
  3. UFC 3-450-01, Noise and Vibration Control
  4. TL 1110-3-483 Clothes Dryer Exhaust Venting
  5. 10 CFR 436 Subpart C (Agency Procurement of Energy Efficient Products)
  6. High Performance and Sustainable Buildings Guidance
  7. UFC 1-200-02 High Performance and Sustainable Building Requirements
  8. ASA IE&E Sustainable Design and Development Policy (Jan 17 2017)
  9. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) , Section 6002
  10. DoD Green Procurement Policy (Aug 27 2004)
  11. DoD Green Procurement Strategy (Nov 2008)
  12. Army Green Procurement Policy (Nov 22 2006)
  13. Federal Acquisition Regulation, Part 23.2
  14. Federal Acquisition Regulation, Subpart 36.601-3
  15. WaterSense
  16. Energy Star
  17. FEMP 
  18. Federal Sustainable Acquisition Items/Requirements
  19. EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines
  20. EPA Guidance on Environmentally Preferable Purchasing
  21. 10 CFR 436 Subpart A (Life Cycle Cost Analysis, Energy- and -Water Related Projects)
  22. NIST 135 (Life Cycle Cost Analysis, Energy- and -Water Related Projects)
  23. HJB Form 225 (JBLM Sustainable Acquisition Exception Form)
  24. HJB Form 226 (RUL Exemption Request)
 
Changes or Criteria Notes to Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)
Paragraph # and Title (if any) Note to Designer Change Text
1.3 SUBMITTALS Delete reference to 01 33 29, unless it is incorporated in the specs  
1.3 SUBMITTALS [NOTE: In the column to the right, select 01 33 29 when it is incorporated into the specifications, otherwise select 01 57 20.00 10 and ensure it includes added language at paragraphs 1.6 and 1.15] Add "SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals" and under it include a category for "Insulation" (as applicable). Under this category include the following: Submit either recycled content product information verifying compliance or HJB Form 225, per Section [01 33 29][01 57 20.00 10].
1.3 SUBMITTALS Under SD-01, create a category for "Refrigerants" and add the following: Submit a list of proposed refrigerants and the Safety Data Sheet for each per Paragraph 3.6.11 in Section 01 57 20.00 10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
1.3 SUBMITTALS [NOTE: In the column to the right, select 01 33 29 when it is incorporated into the specifications, otherwise select 01 57 20.00 10 and ensure it includes added language at paragraphs 1.6 and 1.15]
 
Under SD-01, add a category for "Energy Star- or FEMP-Eligible Materials" (as applicable: http://energy.gov/eere/femp/find-product-categories-covered-efficiency-programs) and include the following:
Submit documentation demonstrating that items are Energy Star or FEMP qualified, per Section[01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING][01 57 20.00 10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION].
1.3 SUBMITTALS Under SD-01, add submittal requirements to verify all applicable low emission requirements in ASHRAE Standard 189.1, section 8.4.2 or 8.5.2. See also UFC 1-200-02.   
1.4.3 OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES USED AS REFRIGERANTS Change section title to "Ozone Depleting and Greenhouse Gas Refrigerants" and make the following changes: In the first paragraph, change "appliances owned by NASA" to "equipment containing refrigerants".
 
Change the first sentence in the fifth paragraph to read: "In addition, provide two copies of all applicable certifications to the
Contracting Officer at least 14 calendar days prior to initiating maintenance, repair, servicing, dismantling or disposal of appliances, including:" Also, add the following at the end of 1.4.3: "One copy of all certificates will be forwarded by the contracting official to the JBLM Pollution Prevention Program (Bldg 1210) for actions on JBLM or to the JBLM-YTC Environmental Division for actions on JBLM-YTC."
 
Add the following: " All ozone depleting substances are restricted on JBLM.  Any use of such substances on JBLM requires submission of an exemption request form and prior written approval from the JBLM Pollution Prevention Program for actions on JBLM Lewis-Main, Lewis-North, McChord Field, or supported external facilities; or from JBLM-YTC Environmental Compliance for actions on JBLM-YTC.  The exemption form can be obtained at ./doc_files/0226%20Restricted%20Chemical%20Exemption%20Request.pdf.  In addition, any use of a class I ozone depleting substance requires Army Acquisition Executive approval and will be coordinated through the JBLM Air Program via the Contracting Officer or their representative.
 
In addition, avoid use of refrigerants with high global warming potentials by only using EPA Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP)Program-approved alternatives when feasible.  http://www2.epa.gov/significant-new-alternatives-policy-snap
1.4.4 USE OF OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES, OTHER THAN REFIRGERANTS Change the text to read: All ozone depleting substances are restricted on JBLM. Any use of such substances on JBLM requires submission of an exemption request form and prior written approval from the JBLM Pollution Prevention Program for actions on JBLM Lewis-Main, Lewis-North, McChord Field, or supported external facilities; or from JBLM-YTC Environmental Compliance for actions on JBLM-YTC. The exemption form can be obtained at ./doc_files/0226%20Restricted%20Chemical%20Exemption%20Request.pdf. In addition, any use of a class I ozone depleting substance requires Army Acquisition Executive approval and will be coordinated through the JBLM Air Program via the Contracting Officer or their representative.
1.4.7 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CRITERIA For product categories covered by ASHRAE 189.1 Section 8.4.2, ensure products meet the low emission limits in either Section 8.4.2 or 8.5.2.  When 189.1 requires CDPH 01350 (aka v1.1) compliance, a third-party label that tests to this standard (e.g., Greenguard GOLD and/or SCS Indoor Advantage Gold) may be incorporated.  
PART 2 PRODUCTS Add the following: Copies of the Safety Data Sheets(SDS) for all hazardous materials shall be submitted in accordance with Paragraph 3.6.11 of Section 01 57 20.00 10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.  If used, applied, or stored on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, hazardous materials must be on the contractor's Authorized Use List as issued by the Pollution Prevention Program.
2.2.1 ENERGY EFFICIENT EQUIPMENT [NOTE: In the column to the right, select 01 33 29 when it is incorporated into the specifications, otherwise select 01 57 20.00 10 and ensure it includes added language at paragraphs 1.6 and 1.15] Revise first paragraph as follows. For any Energy Star or Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP)-eligible item, ensure products supplied are Energy Star labeled or FEMP compliant per Section [01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING][01 57 20.00 10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION].  Ensure the following products also meet any additional energy efficiency requirements as outlined in this section.
2.1.2 REDUCE VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (VOC) FOR SEALANTS, COATINGS OR ADHESIVES Change section title to "Low Interior Emissions" and revise as follows: Ensure products applied or installed within the building weatherproofing meet applicable emissions requirements in ASHRAE Standard 189.1 Section 8.4.2 or 8.5.2 and contain no added urea formaldehyde.
2.1.3  OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES FOR REFRIGERANTS Change section title to "Refrigerants with Ozone Depleting Potential or High Global Warming Potential" and revise as follows: Use only EPA Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program-approved refrigerant alternatives when feasible.  Do not use any refrigerants with an ozone depleting potential (ODP)greater than 0.  See section 1.4.3.
2.3 STANDARD PRODUCTS If 01 33 29 is not incorporated, change referenced section to 01 57 20.00 10 and ensure it contains added language at paragraphs 1.6 and 1.15.  
2.11.11.5 Duct Liner Change Note. Change note to read "NOTE:  Duct Liner shall not be used on JBLM."
2.12.3 AIR FILTERS Make change in note section Filters: 2" thick, 30% efficient, pleated throw-away type are standard filters. Use other types only for unique situations. 
2.12.3.10 FILTER GAUGES Add to the end of the paragraph Provide filter gauges on filter banks. See JBLM DDC specification for requirement for separate device indicating pressure drop to control system.
 
Design Requirements
  1. See UFGS 23 52 00 for comments related to hot water heating piping.
  2. See UFGS 23 82 00.00 20 for comments relating to heat pumps, AC units, and similar equipment.
  3. See UFGS 23 64 26 for comments relating to chilled water piping systems.
 
 
Notes to Designers on Drawing Content
  1. Zoning: A separate VAV box (or similar zoning device) is not necessary for every single office. Use zoning similar to as found in standard private sector commercial offices when designing office areas.
  2. Accessibility: Unit must be located so as to be accessible for maintenance. Units, coils, VAV boxes, and similar items shall not be located more than 12 feet above the floor unless a catwalk, mezzanine or similar platform is provided at the units to allow for proper maintenance. Accessible means an average middle aged maintenance technician can readily access the unit without special equipment (personnel lift, fall protection, extended height ladder) or extreme effort like removing a section of ceiling grid, having to low crawl under obstacles, having to climb over obstacles, maintenance points on the unit are within reach of and visible from the access point or location. 
  3. Removal: Allow adequate room for removal of equipment without removing portions of the building. Allow room for coil pull.

 
 
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