Division 01

01 00 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 01 00 PROJECT DOCUMENT FORMAT

.01 Standard Drawing Size

1. Drawings shall be prepared on standard sheet sizes 24 inches by 36 inches or on sheets 30 inches by 42 inches.  Use of any other sheet size requires the prior approval by the University Project Manager.
   

01 01 01 General Project Document Content

.01 Submittals Table

1. To assist the Contractor(s) in following through on all the various submittals that will be required of them, the Professional shall include in the contract documents, complete with the Specification section/paragraph reference, a table indicating all the shop drawings, catalog data, manufacturer's operating instructions, maintenance instructions, certificates, warranties, guarantees and any other pertinent operating and maintenance data.

.02 Fire Rated Construction Assemblies

1. All construction assemblies which require a specific fire rating; i.e., 1-hour, 2-hour, etc., shall be so designated on the construction drawings.  In addition, the governing agency or applicable code, edition, and date shall also be indicated.  The purpose of this is so that the University can maintain the required ratings when future revisions are made.

01 01 02 Owner Review

.01  Board of Trustees Submission

1. The Professional shall be responsible for the preparation of graphic material to be presented to the University Board of  Trustees when their approval is required for a project.  Refer to the "Board of Trustees (BOT) Submission Requirements" below for specific instructions on the requirements for information and graphics, based on project cost and type.

1. These documents provide guidelines to Penn State consultants for projects that require Penn State Board of Trustee approval or submittal for information only. Graphic standards and project guidelines are included. The Board of Trustee standing order BOT Major Project Guidelines language related to construction projects can be viewed at the BOT website.

01 05 00 GENERAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

01 05 01 Site Requirements

.01 Retention of Existing Trees

1. To encourage the retention of mature trees which are one of the University's prime assets, and to correct the current slow depletion of the campus tree canopy, the Professional shall site the building to minimize the loss of and impact on mature trees.

2. The landscape plan for the project shall be integrated with the surrounding landscape design and it shall include trees.

.02 Equipment Screening

1. All exposed exterior mechanical and electrical equipment is to be screened from view.  The screening method to be employed will be determined on an individual project basis.

01 05 05 Space Planning

.01  Safety Considerations

1. Runaways and ramps should be installed in all buildings where bulk supplies are handled.  Ramps should have a surface providing traction.

2. All glass and glazed doors used at entrances, stairwells, etc., shall have adequate push plates or bars and proper glass as required by applicable building codes or regulations.

3. All windows in buildings (above ground floor) must be of the type which can be washed on both sides from the inside of the building.  Where construction is such that this type of window cannot be installed, there shall be safety belt anchors placed at the outside of the windows for fastening safety belts and an outside ledge for standing not less than 12" wide.  Safety belt anchors installed outside shall be a standard approved type.  They shall not be the expansion bolt type.

4. On all windows where the stool of the window is less than two feet from the floor, there shall be bars or other approved means provided to eliminate the possibility of falls through the windows.  Casement windows or other outward projecting sash will not be used at the ground floor.

5. A non-slip nosing shall be installed on all interior stairs.  Nosings with grooves or other depressions tending to form trip hazards shall not be permitted.  (Carborundum or similar abrasives are not permitted.)

6. All outside steps must be adequately lighted.  Treads and landings should have positive drainage away from the building.

7. Suitable and guards shall be provided at all places such as stairwells, outside steps, bridges, loading ramps, etc. where persons are exposed to the possibility of falls from one level to another.

8. All inside lighting fixtures must be placed so relamping can be accomplished with minimum effort and hazard.

9. Chemical and flammable liquid storage and usage areas will be ventilated sufficiently to remove all fumes and shall be constructed in accord with all applicable codes and University requirements.

10. For the University piping color code and the usual painting called for under the mechanical trades, the University uses a "Color Code" for the identification of certain equipment and piping.  See Division 15A.

.02 Planning for Engineered Building Systems

1. General
1. Always design with maintenance in mind.  Maintenance and housekeeping are daily activities in every campus building.  The University expects these activities to be carried out in a manner that students and faculty are not aware of the effort.  Similarly, buildings and improvements are needed that lend themselves to cost effective utilization of manpower in a discrete manner. 
2. Design team shall fully coordinate all requirements to ensure easily accessible, unobstructed, safe, generous, sufficient space for mechanical and electrical equipment rooms and general maintenance storage when developing the building floor plans.
1. Designated mechanical/electrical equipment rooms, mezzanines and platforms shall have at least the minimum headroom/ceiling height required by building code for occupiable spaces.  Crawlspaces (either basement or attic) are not acceptable plant equipment rooms.
2. Design for Safety:  The plant and systems must be located and arranged to permit adequate means of escape and access for maintenance without exposing the maintenance staff to undue safety risk. 
3. Design for Cost Effective Replacement:  All mechanical and electrical rooms shall be located, have adequate floor area and door sizes and be internally arranged with entirely clear aisles to permit the removal and replacement of the largest piece of equipment from the space to the building exterior without dismantling other equipment or permanent building general construction.
1. Primary aisles intended to be kept clear in perpetuity for equipment replacement shall be clearly indicated on construction drawings and with painted boundaries on final floor finishes in mechanical/electrical rooms.
2. Building design shall not require a crane to replace common systems components such as pumps, motors, fan wheels, coils, compressors, transformers, electrical gear, motor starters, etc.
3. In buildings with elevators, elevator with sufficient capacity shall extend to all levels, including roof, with mechanical/electrical equipment having any replaceable component that cannot be safely transported down stairs or ship ladders.
4. Include roof access hatches, hinged or easily removeable louvers, knockout panels or similar other architectural features as necessary for major equipment replacement that cannot be otherwise handled through routine means.
5. Coordinate between disciplines to provide adequate structural strength in all areas over which heavy equipment is required to be rolled in and out of the building.
4. Allow adequate dedicated spaces for building system control panels:  local Building Automation Systems (BAS) operator workstation, associated BAS network controllers/panels, security/access control panels, fire alarm control panels, lighting control panels.  These types of building operation control panels shall not be placed in spaces shared and/or the access controlled by the occupants or departments other than OPP, including but limited to the following:
1. Departmental work or storage spaces
2. TNS server room, work or storage spaces
3. Janitorial/Housekeeping
2. Mechanical
1. Mechanical rooms shall be sufficiently sized and equipment arranged to accommodate proper, efficient and safe access conditions for routine maintenance and replacement.
1. There shall be enough clear space around equipment to do such things as change filters, pull coils, removal of fans, shafts, motors, bearing assemblies, etc. without moving other equipment or building general construction.
2. Allow at least three feet between all service sides of AHU’s and other large equipment and obstructions.
3. Minimize the need to do maintenance from ladders.  Provide permanent ship ladders, equipment platforms, safety rails, anchor points and lanyards, etc as required to safely access overhead equipment.
4. Provide overhead structural steel with portable chain hoists to lift and rig heavy motors, compressors, fans, etc to means of transporting out of building.
5. Consider and plan for general maintenance storage requirements in mechanical rooms.
6. Avoid tripping hazards.  Arrange equipment and provide sufficient floor drains to avoid running pipes across walking paths on floors.
7. Refer to Section 230000 for appropriate environmental conditions in these spaces.
2. To the greatest extent possible, mechanical equipment shall be located indoors to maximize useful service life and for safety and ease of maintenance staff, particularly during adverse weather conditions.
1. No outdoor/rooftop primary air handling equipment is allowed without written permission from the Office of Physical Plant, Engineering Services.
2. Exceptions: 
1. Unitary DX units with no hydronic or steam coils subject to freezing.
2. Renovations to existing facilities in which it is otherwise not practical or feasible to provide adequate indoor mechanical space.
3. Where otherwise unavoidable, hydronic systems subject to freezing conditions shall be protected with separate piping loops with antifreeze solution, heat exchangers, pumps, expansion tanks, as required to prevent freezing in the event of extended electrical power outage and to minimize and isolate portions of systems requiring antifreeze from the main hot and chilled water loops.
1. Steam traps and drip legs shall be located below the thermal insulation envelope of the roof assembly.
2. Alternatively, all sections of piping exposed to freezing conditions shall be completely electrically heat traced on circuits on normal/emergency standby power.
3. Outdoor/rooftop equipment shall include stairs/ladders, raised platforms, gratings, and handrails for adequate access to all main components.
4. Provide adequate safety and visual screening.
3. Locate primary air handling equipment and all pumps, heat exchangers in dedicated mechanical rooms, never above ceilings.
4. Acoustically treat rooms and/or equipment to contain equipment noise.
5. Include stairway or ships ladder to any equipment on the roof.  Review with OPP and obtain approval if vertical ladders are only practical solution for existing facilities.
3. Electrical
1. Service entrance electrical room:
1. A dedicated shall be located on the perimeter of the building immediately adjacent to the pad-mount transformer.
2. The electrical room shall have a physical separation from the other spaces in the building (including mechanical equipment rooms) with a minimum fire resistance rating of one hour (review code for stricter requirements).
3. Heating and ventilation of the main electrical room shall be dedicated to that room, and ventilation air shall not be transferred from adjacent spaces.  Consider how air flow through the space will best cool any heat producing equipment.
4. Size to allow for future growth of the service entrance equipment of at least 25% of design requirements.  There shall be adequate initial space and “future” space to allow the installation of additional sections equal in size to the switchgear required for this project.
5. If the service requires switchgear, it shall be located in the center of the room and shall allow for working clearance on ALL four sides of the equipment.
2. Electrical distribution panel rooms/closets shall be dedicated spaces, with room for additional panelboard sections in the future.  Transformers shall be floor mounted.
3. Engine generators, when required, shall be placed on grade at the exterior or within the building.  At no time will this equipment be installed above grade level or on a roof.  Give consideration as to the survivability of this equipment; do not locate adjacent to the service transformer or below grade where it may be flooded.

.03 Planning of Support Services Area

1. During the planning and design stages of the project, the Professional shall consider the need to provide certain support service areas that may be required for a particular project but not necessarily identified in the program.  The need for the following types of areas shall be reviewed, and where appropriate, included as part of the project:

• Public Telephone Location

• Vending Machine Location

• Employee Lounge

• Central Mail Room

• Central Copy Area

• Loading Dock

.04 Loading Dock Facilities

1. The Professional's attention is directed to the installation at loading docks and shipping and receiving areas where a canopy or roof structure may interfere with the loading and unloading of freight.  The height of loading dock platforms and the height of overhead structures should be such that trucks may gain access to the dock in both loaded and unloaded conditions, compatible with facility use requirements.  Refer to Section 11 13 00.

.05 Janitorial Facilities

1. Janitorial facilities will vary according to size, type, and use of the building, but in general 200 sq. ft. of useable custodial space shall be provided for each 20,000 gross sq. ft. of building area.  The number of rooms, size and location shall be considered during preparation of preliminary studies and specific needs shall be determined in consultation with the Operations Division.  At least one room per floor is required.

2. Mechanical Equipment:  Mechanical, OTC, computer, or electrical equipment or controls shall not be located in janitorial facilities.  A janitorial area shall not be used as access to mechanical equipment or other service areas.

3. Main Janitor Room:

1. Location:  The preferred location for the main janitor room is on the ground floor close to a service entrance, delivery area or elevator.

2. Size:  The minimum size shall be 200 square feet to be increased accordingly depending on the size of the building.  The following guidelines apply:

   1. Building size of 20,000 sq. ft. and less -- 200 sq. ft. minimum
   2. Building size of 20,000 sq. ft -- 100,000 sq. ft. -- 300 sq. ft. minimum
   3. Building size of 100,000 sq. ft. -- 200,000 sq. ft. -- 500 sq. ft. minimum
   4. Building size over 200,000 sq. ft. plus -- consult with Buildings and Grounds Division

3. Sufficient space shall be provided for the storage of the custodial equipment and for the custodians to eat their lunch.

4. In buildings with 50,000 square feet and greater this space shall be subdivided to provide a separate locker and break area and an equipment/supply storage area.

5. Locker Area:  The locker area shall be of sufficient size to accommodate all of the janitors for the building, based on one janitor for each 20,000 square feet of floor area to be cleaned.  The room shall be sized to permit furnishing with locker and chair for each janitor and a 28 inch x 42 inch table or desk.  The room shall be heated, lighted, ventilated and equipped with sink, 16 inch x 20 inch mirror, hot and cold water, 36 inch x 42 inch bulletin board, paper towel dispenser, soap dispenser, two electrical receptacles (110V), and door with separate keyed lock.  The door shall be 36 inches wide with proper ventilation where required.  Locker size:  15" wide, 18" deep, 72" high and slanted top.  Minimum size of locker rooms shall be 200 square feet.

6. Equipment/Supply Storage Area:  The equipment/supply area shall be of adequate size to provide space for janitor's carts, broom racks, mop racks, ladder racks, vacuum cleaners, floor care equipment, and shelving for a minimum of one month's supply of soap, toilet paper and paper towels.  There shall be space under the bottom shelf for storage of mopping units, metal tubs and pails.  The room shall have heat, light, ventilation, bulletin board and door with lock.  Provide 110-volt, single-phase, 20-amp outlets on a separate circuit in these rooms for charging battery-powered equipment.

7. Refer to 112400 – Maintenance Equipment for additional requirements.

4. Satellite Custodial Areas:

1. Location:  Satellite custodial areas shall be located on the upper floors of multistory buildings preferably near restrooms.  In major buildings more than one space per floor is necessary. for efficient time management of work force and emergency situations.

2. Size:  In general, 50 sq. ft. is minimal.  The combined square footage of satellite spaces plus the main janitor room determines the adequacy of a building's janitorial facilities.  Unusual design or shapes of satellite custodial space (i.e., long and thin, triangular, etc.) shall be avoided in order to maximize the useable space.

3. Equipment:  Satellite custodial areas shall be equipped with a terrazzo floor level service sink, a small storage area, and shelving for small supplies.  The closets shall have light, ventilation, two electrical receptacles (110V), and door with lock.  The light shall have a protective lens that radiates light.

4. Doors:  All doors to janitorial facilities shall swing out to maximize useable space.  They shall be keyed to the Maintenance and Operations janitor room keying system.  The doors shall be 36 inches wide with proper ventilation where required.

5. Refer to 112400 - Maintenance Equipment for additional requirements.

5. Other:

1. Outlets in corridors every 25 feet if carpeted and every 50 feet if non-carpeted.  Also provide outlets within 10 feet of building entrances and on every floor landing in the stair wells.

.06 Unisex Toilet Rooms

1. All buildings shall have unisex toilet rooms in the following locations:

1. On the main floor level.

2. On every floor level other than the main level, except where a unisex toilet room exists on the floor above and the floor below.

3. Where required by code.

2. Every project shall consider the location of existing unisex toilet rooms, and shall include the construction of additional toilet rooms to meet the requirements of the preceding paragraph.   No exception is given to any project, except with written approval from the Manager of Design Services, Office of Physical Plant.

3. All unisex toilet rooms shall meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessible Guidelines.

4. Contact the Manager of Design Services, Office of Physical Plant, for signage, plumbing fixtures and toilet accessories requirements.

.07  Refuse Container Locations

1. The University Park and most Commonwealth Campuses use the Dumpster system of collection.  This system employs the use of six (6) and eight (8) cubic yard metal containers and a twenty-four (24) yard capacity packer-type truck to mechanically lift and dump the cans.  The overall dimensions of the containers are 80 1/4 inches wide (for any size) x 59 1/4 inches x 76 inches high (based on standard six (6) yard container).

2. Containers should not be located under roof overhangs, immediately next to combustible building construction or next to window openings.  Dumpsters and containers with individual capacity of 1.5 cubic yards or more shall not be stored in buildings or placed within 5 feet of combustible walls, openings or combustible roof eave overhangs.  Additionally, containers shall not obstruct doorways or fire protection system devices (hydrants, siamese connections, sprinkler control valves).

3. A 31 cubic yard refuse truck measures 30'-3" long overall and has a wheel base of 158 inches and an overall height of approximately 12 feet, 6 inches.  An overhead clearance of approximately 20 feet is required to dump a six-yard box.  The gross weight on front axle is 15,000 pounds, rear tandem axles 38,000 pounds.

   Note:  Measurements will vary depending on cubic capacity size of vehicle.

4. To service a container requires the truck operator to approach the container on an axis normal (90°) to the 80 1/4 inch width of the container.

5. It is preferred that the trash and recycling containers be located at road level immediately adjacent to the loading platform of the building for convenient top loading from the platform.

6. A concrete pad 9 feet wide by 8 feet shall be provided for each container required.  The surface of the concrete pad shall be on a place parallel to the road surface where the truck stops to service the container.  This is necessary to properly engage the lifting forks of the truck in the sockets of the container to be lifted.

7. The service road to the container shall be a minimum of 12 feet wide and of suitable construction to support the axle loads mentioned.

8. To turn the packer truck requires a 45 foot radius and a minimum road width on the curve of 20 feet.  If servicing of the container requires turning the truck, then the above turning radius and minimum road widths should be provided.

9. Refuse:  The University requires one 8-yard Dumpster for every 100,000 sq. ft. of building space for every 8 hours of use.

10. Recycling:  The University requires two types of containers: one 6 cubic yard container for mixed office paper and one 6 cubic yard container for cardboard.

11. For each project, the Professional is required to consult with the OPP Solid Waste Management Foreman to determine exact needs, based on facility type, size, and location.

12. Trash compactors shall be provided with a 2 1/2" female hose connection at the fire ports.  The female hose connection shall have National Standard Hose Thread.

01 10 00 SUMMARY

01 20 00 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 35 13 Special Project Requirements

.01 General

1. This manual of Design and Construction Standards has been prepared by the University to guide Architects and Engineers, hereinafter referred to as the Professional, commissioned to design buildings and other facilities for The Pennsylvania State University.  The information contained herein applies to the University Park Campus and all other Campuses; The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (MSHMC); and all other locations.
2. Due to its size and breadth of operations, many locations have unique operating characteristics and requirements.

.02 Projects at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

1. As a fully functioning healthcare institution, the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center occupies a unique position within the University system, and therefore has many requirements and regulations that do not apply to other University locations.  The Professional must coordinate all project requirements with the Office of Physical Plant HMC Design and Construction Division, and with MSHMC Facilities Planning & Construction Department.
2. All construction firms performing work at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center must have their project managers and superintendents ASHE Healthcare Construction Certified.
3. In addition, the following documents describe specific requirements that apply only to projects at MSHMC.  Where these documents conflict with other requirements in the Design & Construction Standards, these documents supersede other requirements:

01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

01 41 00 Regulatory Requirements

.01 General

1. The Professional shall design the project in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local codes, ordinances, laws and other regulations which have jurisdiction over the nature of the construction.  If any of the above are at variance with the material in this manual, the most demanding requirements shall be observed.
2. In addition to the above mentioned codes, for University owned buildings, the University uses the most current editions of the following codes and standards as design criteria:
   Applicable codes of the PA Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
   ASME Codes
   ANSI B31.1 Code
   FM Global Standard
3. Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the Professional is responsible for completing all applications and forms and producing all documents required for compliance.  The University will approve and sign all forms as applicant prior to submission to regulatory agencies.

.02 Zoning and Land Use

1. The process for complying with zoning or land use regulations shall be managed by the University.
2. The Professional shall attend all hearings/meetings required for securing necessary approvals and permits.
3. The Professional shall submit Land Development Plans to the Manager of Engineering Services for review and signature (as Owner) prior to submitting for regulatory approval.  At least one complete set of documents shall be included.
4. The Professional shall complete all zoning permit applications and send them to the Manager of Engineering Services for review and signature (as Owner/Applicant) prior to submitting for regulatory approval.

.03 Building Permits

.04 Utilities

1. The Professional shall be responsible for completing all the appropriate planning modules, soil erosion control plans and other documents which may be required.
2. The Professional shall be responsible for obtaining whatever permission necessary to connect to non-University owned utility lines.  Utility service agreements shall be signed by the Manager of Engineering Services.

.05 Environmental Regulations and Permits

1. Air Quality

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

.01  Penn State has set up purchasing contracts with many area vendors.  These vendors offer a quality product, a high level of support service, product warranties, and have a proven history as a valued supplier.  Our vendor contracts allow materials to be purchased at reduced costs.  The University requires the Professional specify only FF&E materials offered through these purchasing contracts.  The Professional may request in writing any exceptions to the above requirements.  These exceptions must be submitted to the Project Manager, and will be reviewed by OPP and Penn State Purchasing Services.

.02  In addition Professionals are encouraged when practical to specify other materials offered by the Penn State purchasing contracts.  Contractor's desiring to use Penn State's pricing should reference the Penn State project number or Purchase Order number on orders.  See Penn State's Vendor Contracts web site for companies currently under contract with Penn State.  Please contact the purchasing agent listed for the category of materials, if unsure how to use the contract number, and to confirm availability of the contract.

01 70 00 EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

01 80 00 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

01 81 13 Sustainable Design Requirements

1. All new and renewed facilities shall be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified.

2. LEED Certification shall follow the "PSU Policy based on LEED for New Construction and Major Renovations Version 2.2” .

3. All facilities shall achieve a minimum of at least 30% energy savings over the latest version of the ASHRAE 90.1 standard.  Documentation of compliance shall be according to the Energy Cost Budget Method as prescribed in ASHRAE 90.1 utilizing a whole building energy simulation.

01 83 00 Facility Shell Performance

1. Reserved for future use.