2025
August
Facilities Design Standard - Requirements Common to All Disciplines and Projects
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A. Safe Access -> Roof and Building Envelope | All new buildings, major renovations, and roof replacements shall provide a new or updated Safe Access Plan for both roof and envelope safe access. The Safe Access Plan shall be submitted to the UW Facilities Safety Department and Engineering Services for review no later than 30% Design submittal. All new building fall safety systems shall implement “passive fall protection” (i.e. parapets, railings, guardrails, etc) of 42” minimum and shall provide at least 12ft wide unobstructed access for a 35,000lb lift at minimum at the building exterior perimeter for envelope access. Any deviation from this standard (i.e. life lines, roof anchors, and/or davit systems) shall be submitted as part of a FDS Variance Request. Roof anchors may be required in addition to “passive fall protection” to provide over-the-side envelope access. All proposed roof anchors, davits, lifts, etc shall be included in the Safe Access Plan. Major renovations and roof replacements may require a combination of the systems noted above to provide roof and envelope safe access. All fall arrest and safe access design shall adhere to the Fall Protection Program Manual PDF on the EH&S Fall Protection webpage. | Fall safety systems for new buildings, major renovations, and roof replacement projects shall implement “passive fall protection” (i.e. parapets, railings, guardrails) of 42” or higher. Any deviation from this standard (i.e. life lines and roof anchors) shall be vetted and will need approval from UW Facilities senior leadership. In some cases, even with “passive fall protection” systems, roof anchors for over-the-side work may still be needed for window washers, glaziers, and building envelope repair and maintenance. Roof anchors may be avoided if there is unobstructed access for a lift all around the perimeter of the building. Lifts should be able to reach the top of exterior walls. All proposals for roof anchors or lift access around the perimeter of the building shall be vetted and approved by a representative from UW facilities senior leadership. |
A. Safe Access -> Roof and Building Envelope | Coordinate building envelope maintenance equipment with UW Facilities Equipment Operations Shop: including but not limited to swing stage anchors/loads and fall arrest anchors, etc. at pre-design or like phase to accommodate equipment that is often used to drive around the building to perform maintenance. | None |
A. Safe Access -> Maintenance Access Plan for Hazardous Spaces | Some examples of proper safe access design: Locate equipment and accessories above and in ceilings such that ladder placement avoids interference from casework, lab benches, sinks, adjacent walls, or lab equipment. Give consideration to ceiling tiles immovable due to sprinkler heads, light fixtures, or other ceiling mounted devices. |
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C. Coordination | 7. Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical: Vibration, noise, & exhaust – Careful consideration must be taken when determining the location of equipment that produces noise, vibrations and exhaust. Products or processes that create hazardous fumes, or excessive or offensive noise may be restricted. | None |
E. Preferred Manufacturers | Spare parts inventories, prior experiences of the University, and staff training on the operation and maintenance of sophisticated equipment may restrict the list of suppliers to three or less, even though more suppliers with similar equipment may exist. Typical industry standard equipment may not always be appropriate for use on University projects. | None |
E. Preferred Manufacturers | Any components or parts with lead times exceeding 8 weeks and/or requiring bulk quantity batch orders shall have additional attic stock provided per the direction of the UWF Maintenance zone manager. | None |
I. Major Renovations | Include an evaluation for building system renovation projects which describes the condition of the building systems, variances from present codes, and identifies spare system capacity or system deficiencies and opportunities for improving energy efficiency. The design team’s mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines participate jointly in this evaluation. The abandonment of existing equipment and material in place is not acceptable. Conserve space as much as possible. |
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Variance Request
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FDS Variance and LCCA Log (xlsx) | Added the following columns: LCCA SUBMITTED? (Y/N) LIFECYCLE ENERGY SAVINGS (kWh) LIFECYCLE GHG SAVINGS (mTCO2e) LIFECYCLE WATER SAVINGS (CCF) LCCT/eLCCA OUTCOME (Approved/Denied) |
Asset Data Management
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Whole documents | Added the following documents: Gathering Asset Data and Loading it into AiM AssetSync Asset Data Added the following instruction: All projects that add or remove assets must follow the process in the below documents and submit a completed AssetSync spreadsheet for asset data and AiM implementation. |
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Preferred Manufacturers
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EH&S -> Freezers (-80°F) | Sterling Thermodyne Or approved equal |
None |
Mechanical -> Press Fittings | Viega FNW (for Domestic, Lab, and Low water temp. <140) Nibco (for Domestic, Lab, and Low water temp. <140) No substitutions |
None |
Electrical -> Lighting Luminaire Internal Disconnects | Thomas & Betts, Cat. No. LD-2, Sta-Kon disconnects Ideal 30-382J, Powerplug Luminaire wire standards version Or Approved Equal |
None |
Architectural -> Keys | Chicago Olympus Lock National Lock |
Chicago |
EH&S -> Fume Hoods Low Flow (70 fpm) | Kewaunee Supreme Air LV Labconco Xstream Mott SafeguardTM No Substitutions |
Kewaunee Supreme Air LV Labconco Xstream No Substitutions |
Custodial -> Wall-Mounted Hand Dryer | Dyson Air-blade HU02 Unit size: 31 ½ x 15 1/3 stainless steel back panel |
None |
Custodial -> Dispenser - Soap | GOJO FMX-12 1250ml. unit size: 10” x 6” x 5”. SKU: 5150-PL (plain, no logo). color grey. ADA compliant. Alternate: GOJO FMX-20 GPH. 2000ml |
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Civil
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I. Water Quality / Onsite Stormwater Management (OSM) | 13. If project area drains to a combined sewer system (CSO), storm water shall be separated to a dedicated storm system, and existing CSO shall be replaced with separated dedicated storm and sewer systems. | None |
Architectural
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B. Shell -> Shell -> Exterior Vertical Enclosure -> PARAPETS (B2010.50) | 5. Parapets shall be 42” minimum. | 5. Parapets shall be 42” +/- 3” or higher |
B. Shell -> Shell -> Exterior Vertical Enclosure -> EXTERIOR WINDOWS -> Windows (08 50 00) | 2. Window Louvers and exterior shades – design must take into account washing and maintenance when designing window louvers or exterior shades for solar heat gain. Engineering Services and Building Services must review for safe access. See the Requirements Common to All Disciplines and Projects document for Safe Access Plan requirements. | None |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS (C1030) -> Hardware (08 71 00) | 1. Final keying is by UW Facility Services Lock Shop. All alternatives must be approved by the Lock Shop. | 1. Construction keying and final keying is by UW Facility Services. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS (C1030) -> Hardware (08 71 00) | 1. NO narrow style hardware is allowed; Wide styles only. All doors shall accept full size Mortise pockets and full-size Panic devices. | 1. NO narrow style hardware is allowed; medium or wide styles only. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS (C1030) -> Hardware (08 71 00) | 7. All exterior doors must have top and bottom latches with strikes and must be surface mounted. Center latching single point devices are acceptable. No concealed cable rods are permitted on University of Washington buildings. | 7. All exterior doors must have top and bottom latches andwith strikes and must be surface mounted. Center latching single point devices are acceptable. Surface mounted strikes with vertical rods are preferred. No concealed cable rods are permitted on University of Washington buildings. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.01 PRODUCTS -> B. HINGES | 1. Manufacturer: McKinney, Ives 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 7. Continuous Hinges: Provide Heavy Duty Continuous Gear Hinges at Aluminum Entries. Accepted Manufactuers - Pemko, Ives |
1. Manufacturer: Bommer 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Hager, Stanley 7. Continuous Hinges: Provide Heavy Duty Continuous Gear Hinges at Aluminum Entries. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.01 PRODUCTS -> C. LOCKSETS | 1. Manufacturer and Series: Corbin Russwin ML2000 Series, Schlage L9000 Series 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 3. Lever and Rose Design: NSB, 06B 6. Electrified Locksets: a. Provide 24VDC. Maximum continuous current 330mA. b. Provide Storeroom function unless otherwise directed. c. Locks shall be by OEM, or modification by ACSI. d. Field adjustable for fail-safe and fail-secure. |
1. Manufacturer and Series: Schlage L9000 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Corbin ML2000 (with approval by UW Lock Shop) 3. Lever and Rose Design: 06B |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.01 PRODUCTS -> E. EXIT DEVICES | 1. Manufacturer and Series: Corbin Russwin ED5000 Series, Von Duprin 98 Series. 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 3. Trim: N955 with NA Lever Design, 996L with 06 Lever Design 7. Removable Mullions: Provide Key Removable Steel Mullions . Accepted Manufactures - Corbin CR972BKM Series, Von Duprin KR4954 or KR9954 Series. Aluminum Mullions are unacceptable. |
1. Manufacturer and Series: Von Duprin 35 and 98 Series. 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Corbin ED4000 and ED5000 3. Trim: 996L with 06 Lever Design 7. Removable Mullions: Provide Key Removable Steel Mullions . Von Duprin KR4954 or KR9954 Series. Aluminum Mullions are unacceptable. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.01 PRODUCTS -> G. AUTOMATIC OPERATORS AND ACCESSORIES | 1. Manufacturer: Record 2. Acceptable Substitutions: LCN 6400 with UW Building Access Group approval only. 3. Series: a. 8100 for exterior, vestibule, service, and cross corridors. b. 6100 for suite entries. c. LCN 6400 for limited low use applications with Building Access Group approval. 4. Mounting with factory provided fasteners only. 8. Switches: a. Provide Activation Switches with ADA compliant Logo. Allen wrench concealed mounting fasteners. b. Acceptable Manufacturers: Camden, Larco, BEA c. No wireless activations switches are acceptable. |
1. Manufacturer: Record 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 3. Series: a. 8100 for exterior, vestibule, service, and cross corridors. b. 6100 for suite entries. 8. Switches: a. Provide Activation Switches with ADA compliant Logo. Allen wrench concealed mounting fasteners. b. Acceptable Manufacturers: Camden, Larco, BEA |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.01 PRODUCTS -> | H. KICK, MOP, AND ARMOR PLATES 1. Manufacturer: Rockwood, Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Ives I. OVERHEAD STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Rixson, Glynn Johnson 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None J. WALL STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Rockwood, Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Ives K. FLOOR STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Rockwood, Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Ives L. PIPE STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Rockwood, Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 3. Types: 466RKW, 1209HA M. PIPE STOP AND HOLDERS 1. Manufacturer: ABH Manufacturing, Rockwood 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 3. Types: 1804, 491, 494 N. ELECTRO-MAGNETIC WALL HOLDERS 1. Manufacturer: Rixson, LCN 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None H. THRESHOLDS, WEATHERSTRIP, AND SMOKE GASKET 1. Manufacturer: Pemko, NGP 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Zero |
H. KICK, MOP, AND ARMOR PLATES 1. Manufacturer: Rockwood, Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Hager, Ives I. OVERHEAD STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Rixson, Glynn Johnson 2. Acceptable Substitutions: ABH J. WALL STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Hager, Ives K. FLOOR STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Hager, Ives L. PIPE STOPS 1. Manufacturer: Trimco 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Rockwood 3.Types: 1209HA M. PIPE STOP AND HOLDERS 1. Manufacturer: ABH Manufacturing 2. Acceptable Substitutions: None 3. Types: 1804 N. ELECTRO-MAGNETIC WALL HOLDERS 1. Manufacturer: ABH 2. Acceptable Substitutions: DynaLock, LCN H. THRESHOLDS, WEATHERSTRIP, AND SMOKE GASKET 1. Manufacturer: Pemko, NGP National Guard 2. Acceptable Substitutions: Reese, Zero |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.02 MISCELLANEOUS HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS | A. Miscellaneous Lock Cylinders: Contact the UW Lock Shop for appropriate specification. E. Provide door closers on all doors at all electrified openings and spaces leading to non-public areas like mechanical and electrical rooms to help ensure that doors are not inadvertently left open. |
A. Miscellaneous Lock Cylinders: Provide Cylinders, keyed to system, for Elevator Controls. Coordinate Cylinder and Cam types with equipment Elevator Manufacturer. E. Provide door closures on all doors leading to non-public spaces like mechanical and electrical rooms to help ensure that doors are not inadvertently left open. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.03 KEYING | A. All Keyed products specified under this Section shall be determined by the Lock Shop. B. Provide Construction Cylinders and Keys during the construction period. C. All Building keying systems shall be provided by Lock Shop (Owner). F. The General Contractor shall be responsible for: 1. All door hardware templates and deadlines are communicated in a timely manner to the Lock Shop. 2. The installation of all cylinders and security of all Permanent Key System keys checked out during the installation and job close out and punchlist phase of the project. |
A. All Keyed products specified under this Section shall be keyed to the existing Medeco 3 Key System. B. Provide Construction Cylinders and Keys during the construction period. F. The General Contractor shall be responsible for: 1.The installation of all cylinders and security of all Permanent Key System keys checked out during the installation and job close out and punchlist phase of the project. |
C. Interiors -> Construction -> INTERIOR DOORS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (08 71 00) -> 1.04 APPLICATION NOTES | A. Lockset and Exit Device Functions: 1. Classroom Locksets: Double Cylinder locking, Corbin ML2052 or ML2002 V11, Schlage L9071 2. Office Locksets: Corbin ML2054, Schlage L9050 3. Interior Privacy Locksets: Corbin ML2060 V50 VO-WB, Schlage L9040 L283-722 4. Single Occupancy Restrooms: Corbin ML2065 V50, Schlage L9056 5. Faculty Restrooms: Corbin ML2059 V50, Schlage L9485 D. Doors: 1. All Aluminum storefront openings to be approved by Building Access Group/Lock Shop during design. 2. Restrict Doors to commons sizes for ease of replacement and repair. Review use of Doors over 8’-0” height with UW Carpentry Shop. 3. Glass Door Hardware to be approved by Building Access Group/Lock Shop during design. |
A. Lockset and Exit Device Functions: 1. Classroom Locksets: Double Cylinder locking, Schlage L9071 2. Office Locksets: Schlage L9050 3. Interior Privacy Locksets: L9040 with Occupancy Indicator L283-722 4. Corridor Multiple Occupancy Restrooms: Classroom Deadlock L463 D. Doors: 1. Restrict Doors to commons sizes for ease of replacement and repair. Review use of Doors over 8’-0” height with UW Carpentry Shop. 2. Glass Door Hardware to be approved by Building Access Group/Lock Shop during design. |
C. Interiors -> Finshes -> Flooring Treatment (C2030.10) | 3. For concrete or wood floors and stairs, and also vestibules/building entrances, see requirements in the Custodial, Mailing and Waste document General Building Design – Custodial Servicing section. | None |
Structural
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A. General Requirements -> Building Envelope Maintenance Equipment | Refer to Roof and Building Envelope Safe Access requirements in the Requirements Common to All Disciplines and Projects document for roof and envelope access for maintenance and repair. Refer to the UW EH&S Fall Protection Program Manual for additional information and requirements. Structure shall be designed to support the shear loading and overturning moment for all roof anchors and davits. Loading assumptions shall be provided in general notes and structural details. |
Coordinate building envelope maintenance equipment: including but not limited to swing stage anchors/loads and fall arrest anchors, etc. at pre-design or like phase to accommodate equipment that is often used to drive around the building to perform maintenance. The Safe Access plan to maintain the building equipment shall be provided at pre-design or like phase. |
Metering & Monitoring specifications, DDC specifications
Section | Item revision/addition | Previous language |
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Whole documents | Added 4 DDC specification documents: DDC Standard Specifications DDC Graphics Specifications DDC Point Name Convention Specifications DDC Alarms and Trends Specifications |
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Electrical
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A. Design Critera | Consolidated formerly “General Requirements” section into “Design Criteria” section | - |
A. Design Critera -> Design Criteria | 7. Mount main service equipment (included but not limited toe.g. transformers, free standing switchboards, MV switches) on a 4” minimum reinforced concrete pad secured to structural slab. Size concrete pads larger than equipment. Extend the pad at least ten times the diameter of the mounting bolts past the equipment, at least a minimum of 3” past the equipment. Coordinate with Structural Engineer for final design. | 7. Mount main service equipment (included but not limited toe.g. transformers, free standing switchboards) on a concrete pad secured to structural slab. Size concrete pads larger than equipment. Coordinate with Structural Engineer for final design. |
A. Design Critera -> Design Criteria | 11. Main electrical rooms housing medium voltage normal and emergency power transformers and associated electrical equipment shall be designed to not require fire sprinklers. A formal request(s) to the city must be made per the International Fire Code. Consult with Engineering Services and Environmental Health & Safety Senior Fire Protection Engineer. | None |
B. Primary Distribution | 3. Service conductor ductbanks shall be concrete encased and provided with an additional 25% spare cells for future services or cable replacements. Consider ductbank conductor derating per NEC when sizing the conductors and raceways. For these purposes, conductors larger than the University standard sizes may be required. For example, where 500kcm feeders need to be routed through a ductbank to reach their destination, they may have to be sized to 750kcm in order to retain the power delivery capacity of the feeder. | 3. Service conductor ductbanks shall be concrete encased and provided with spare cells for future services or cable replacements. Consider ductbank conductor derating per NEC when sizing the conductors and raceways. For these purposes, conductors larger than the University standard sizes may be required. For example, where 500kcm feeders need to be routed through a ductbank to reach their destination, they may have to be sized to 750kcm in order to retain the power delivery capacity of the feeder. |
U. Lighting -> Basis of Design | 3. All interior fixtures are required to be LED fixtures. LED luminaires are required to be vetted by the Design Light Consortium (DLC or Energy Star). • Fixtures shall be the type that has a separate driver and LED array assembly can be replaced without having to replace the entire fixture. |
3. All interior fixtures are required to be LED fixtures. LED luminaires are required to be vetted by the Design Light Consortium (DLC or Energy Star). • Fixtures shall be the type that LED lamp array assembly can be replaced without having to replace the entire fixture. |
U. Lighting -> Products, Materials and Equipment | 1. Recessed downlights shall have a minimum diameter of 4 inches. 2. Supply luminaire parts with internal disconnects. See Preferred Manufacturer List for internal disconnects. |
1. Mount flat lenses in frames designed for replacement with lenses up to .38 inch thick. a. Use clear plastic lenses that are 0.125 inch minimum thickness virgin acrylic. b. Use pattern 12 lenses where a diffuse light source is desired. c. Pattern 15 lenses are preferred to minimize imaging on video monitors. d. Use sealed luminaires with Corning pattern 79 glass lenses in sterile areas. 2. Supply luminaire parts with internal disconnects. Sta-Kon disconnects by Thomas & Betts, Cat. No. LD-2, or equal are required. |
V. Lighting Control -> Basis of Design -> Design Criteria - Interior Lighting Control | Install a Milbank lockbox per UW-IT specifications that will house the FacNet data outlet for communication on the secure UW Facilities IT network located at a maintainable height and no farther than 10’ away. Only data outlets for communication on the secure Facilities network will be installed in the MilBank lock box, data outlets for communication on the UW campus IT network are to be installed outside of the lock box. | Provide public network port with Facnet port next to Lighting controller Brain |
Z. Wiring Devices -> Basis of Design -> Design Criteria | 9. Refer to the Custodial, Mailing and Waste standards for electrical outlet requirements in hallways, stairwells, custodial closets, and building parapets. | None |
Z. Wiring Devices -> Products, Materials and Equipment | 5. Covers for wiring devices and switches shall be nylon. Plastic covers are not allowed. | None |
Z. Wiring Devices -> Installation, Fabrication and Construction | 2. Install receptacle so the ground terminal is on top. | None |
Mechanical
Section | Item revision/addition | Previous language |
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A. Design Critera -> Inter-discipline Coordination | 5. When installing freezers, especially in lab spaces, account for added cooling and electrical load and seismic bracing required. Refer to EH&S Preferred Manufacturer List for freezer preferred vendors. | None |
C. Air Handlers and Ventilation Fans -> Design Criteria | 2. Size ventilation system to provide at least 20% additional capacity above minimum system design requirements. | 2. Size air handler to provide at least 20% additional ventilation (outdoor) air volume above system design. |
C. Air Handlers and Ventilation Fans -> Products, Materials and Equipment -> Fume Hood Exhaust | 12. New or relocated fume hoods must pass the UW fume hood certification process. See the Laboratory Ventilation standards for requirements. | None |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Design Criteria for All Hydronic Systems | 5. Refer to EH&S Emergency Washing Equipment document for eyewash equipment requirements at locations where chemical transfer occurs. | None |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Building Chilled Water Systems -> Programming | 4. Cooling towers must be located at a minimum of 50 horizontal feet from all nearby air intakes of any building. Give special consideration to the location of cooling towers concerning noise to the occupants and local residential areas. | 4. Give special consideration to the location of cooling towers with respect to contamination of the building fresh air intake, intakes of nearby buildings and noise to the occupants and local residential areas. |
F. Building Steam and Condensate | 9. Discuss temporary heating with Engineering Services and Campus Energy Utilities and Operations. | 9. Discuss temporary heating with Engineering Services. Consider natural gas or electric-driven equipment in lieu of steam. If steam is used for temporary heat, dump condensate to sanitary sewer by tempering to below 140 °F. |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 9. Confirm with Engineering Services where and if lab hot water is needed – lab hot water fixtures frequently are not used and can cause leaks from stagnant water. | None |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 22. Refer to the Green Building Standard for fixture flow rates, unless otherwise specified by code. | |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 24. Provide two water fixtures at custodial closets – one faucet at the mop sink level for bucket filling, and one mounted higher for soap feed connection (hose bibb acceptable for upper fixture). Refer to the Custodial, Mailing & Waste standards for plumbing requirements in custodial rooms. | None |
P. Environmental Control Systems | Refer to the CEUO DDC Specifications in conjunction with this section. | None |
P. Environmental Control Systems -> Hardware and Software | 4. Actuators – provide low voltage 24V actuators. a. Exception: Provide pneumatic actuators for all steam control valves in existing buildings where pneumatic control is available. |
4. Actuators – provide low voltage 24V actuators. a. Exception: Provide pneumatic actuators for all steam control valves. |
U. Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories -> Design Criteria | 5. Refer to the Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories Table document for pipe material, joints, fittings, valves, and testing pressure requirements. | None |
U. Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories -> Design Criteria | Consolidated 10 separate tables into a new Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories Table, streamlining requirements and reflecting significant updates to piping requirements. | Tables P-1 through P-10 |
U. Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories -> Installation, Fabrication and Construction -> Pipe Fittings | 5. Do not locate press or grooved fittings in shafts or other inaccessible locations. | None |
U. Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories -> Installation, Fabrication and Construction -> Pipe Fittings | 6. Do not use press or grooved fittings within 10 ft of heat generating equipment (such as heat exchangers, boilers, etc.). | None |
U. Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories -> Installation, Fabrication and Construction -> Valves | 8. Chain operators – install valves in equipment rooms or fan rooms used for equipment or coil isolation more than 8 feet above floor with stem horizontal and equipped with chain wheels and chains extending to 6 feet above floor. Provide a chain operator where valve is not easily accessible, and see the Maintenance Access Plan for Hazardous Spaces section of the Requirements Common to All Disciplines and Projects document. | None |
Conveyance Standard Specification
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A. Architectural -> PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.05 ELEVATOR CAR | 8. COMMUNICATION PLATFORM: A Rath Smartview 2 two-way elevator communication platform shall be installed to meet ASME A17.1 2019/CSA B44-19. | None |
Exterior Improvements - Irrigation
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Basis of Design | 7. Provide quick coupler valves every 100 feet or less and at all mainline terminations. These quick coupler valves are used to hand water landscaped areas. Locate quick coupler valves to limit water hoses crossing walkways and roads. | 7. Provide quick coupler valves every 100 feet or less. These quick coupler valves are used to hand water landscaped areas. Locate quick coupler valves to limit water hoses crossing walkways and roads. |
Basis of Design | 8. Provide quick coupler valves as follows: a. Every 100 feet or less of piping b. At all mainline terminations c. In a way as to limit water hoses crossing walkways and roads d. Quick coupler valves are used to hand water landscaped areas. In addition to providing water sources, quick coupler valves are located at mainline terminations to allow the safe discharge of stored compressed air energy when filling empty or partially empty mainlines. |
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Basis of Design | 23. Provide a minimum of two looping spare control and common wires for every (6) control wires on each mainline branch and to maintain terminations enclosed in a Carson 910 valve box, black, tee lid, labelled ‘irrigation’. Additional non-looping spares wires and a common wire may be added during design to stage capacity for future expansion. | 22. Provide a minimum of two spare control wires to all remote mainline legs. Additional spares may be requested during design to offer the potential for expansion |
Plant & Trees Standard Specifications
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PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.05 ADJUSTING | A. Tree Pruning: Tree structural pruning should be restricted to injured, broken, dead or crossing branches. Prune in accordance with standard horticultural practice established by the International Society of Arboriculture. 1. Unless otherwise directed by Architect, do not cut tree leaders, and remove only injured, broken or dead branches from trees. |
A. Tree Pruning: Prune, thin out, and shape trees and shrubs in accordance with standard horticultural practice established by the International Society or Arborists. Do no pruning prior to approval by Architect. 1. Prune trees to retain required height and spread, and at no time more than 1/5 of the plant. 2. Unless otherwise directed by Architect, do not cut tree leaders, and remove only injured, broken or dead branches from trees. |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.07 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE | 8. Tree Management: b. Pruning: All tree pruning must be conducted by the project field arborist unless otherwise directed by the University of Washington Grounds Representative. |
No previous language for item 8-b |
Trees - Additional Standard Specifications
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PART 1 - GENERAL -> 1.02 SUBMITTALS | C. Arborist Report: Prior to the start of construction, submit, for approval by the Owner’s Representative, the report of a consulting arborist who is a registered Consulting Arborist® (RCA) with American Society of Consulting Arborists, or an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, which details the following information for all trees to remain within the area designated on the drawings as the Tree and Plant Protection Area. Prior to conducting the site visit, obtain a preliminary template from the University of Washington indicating the tree numbers, species, and approximate measurements. Use the UW tree numbers in the Arborist Report. Trees missing numbers should be given a “Letter“ description and cross referenced with the University of Washington inventory to either replace the original number or create a new number. The arborist report shall include the following: 2. A description of each tree outside the project scope that may be impacted by equipment travel routes, pedestrian desire routes or equipment and supply storage 6. Indicate the Tree Protection Area (radius in feet) for each tree. |
No previous language for item C numbers 2 and 6 |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.01 TREE PROTECTION | A. Signage: 1. The University of Washington Construction Manager will provide Tree Protection signs 24 inches wide X 18 inches tall to be posted on tree protection fencing at predetermined locations or 20 feet intervals. |
A. Signage: 1. The Contractor shall post weather resistant 8 1/2” x 11” signs using the UW Protect Tree Template. |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.01 TREE PROTECTION | B. Fencing: 1. Protection fencing shall be equal to the following: b. PLASTIC MESH FENCE: Under certain circumstances, the project arborist or UW Campus Arborist may approve heavy-duty orange plastic mesh fencing fabric 48 inches wide. This fencing must be approved in writing and shared with the Campus Arborist, Consulting Arborist and UW Project Manager. Fencing shall be attached to metal “U” or “T” post driven into the ground of sufficient depth to hold the fabric solidly in place without sagging. The fabric shall be attached to the post using attachment ties of sufficient number and strength to hold up the fabric without sagging. The Owner’s Representative may request, at any time, additional posts, deeper post depths, and/or additional fabric attachments if the fabric begins to sag, lean, or otherwise not present a sufficient barrier to access. |
B. Fencing: 1. Protection fencing shall be equal to the following: b. PLASTIC MESH FENCE: With permission from the project arborist or UW Campus arborist heavy-duty orange plastic mesh fencing fabric 48 inches wide may be substituted under certain conditions. Fencing shall be attached to metal “U” or “T” post driven into the ground of sufficient depth to hold the fabric solidly in place without sagging. The fabric shall be attached to the post using attachment ties of sufficient number and strength to hold up the fabric without sagging. The Owner’s Representative may request, at any time, additional posts, deeper post depths, and/or additional fabric attachments if the fabric begins to sag, lean, or otherwise not present a sufficient barrier to access. |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.01 SITE EXAMINATION AND COORDINATION | A. Forward all consulting arborist reports to the University of Washington project manager and the University of Washinton Campus Arborist. | None |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.02 TREE AND PLANT PROTECTION AREA | B. Preparation: 6. Any work to prepare the tree protection area according to project arborist report shall follow the general requirements and limitations for operations within the tree protection area as outlined in SECTION 3.02.G.1. In general: hand tools only, and no materials, equipment, compaction or spoils within the Tree Protection Area. |
No previous language for item 6 |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.02 TREE AND PLANT PROTECTION AREA | A. Protection of existing trees and shrubs: 3. Protection fencing shall be located at the area indicated by the consulting arborist report. Generally the protection fencing shall be located at the Critical Root Zone (CRZ). The area equal to one (1) foot radius for every inch diameter from a tree measured at Diameter Standard Height (DSH). i. Paint the corners of the tree protection fence with an orange line indicating the extent of the fence location for accurate replacement in the case the fence is moved (with permission from the project arborist). Maintain the paint marks until the tree protection is removed. |
No previous language for item 3-i |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.04 TREE AND STUMP REMOVAL | A. Tree Removal: 6. Conduct a site walk with the Carpenter Shop representative to indicate the exact location of the log placement. Logs without tree numbers will be removed by the contractor at no expense to the University of Washington. 7. Arrange logs in the log placement area with all the tree tags or number markings on the right side of the horizontal log pile. Do not stack logs more than 3 feet high. |
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Custodial, Mailing & Waste
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Title | Changed document name from “Building Maintenance” to “Custodial, Mailing & Waste” standards | |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> General Building Design - Custodial Servicing | 2. Provide electrical outlets at one side of building entrances and at stair landings. See the Wiring Devices section of the Electrical Standards document for further outlet design info. 3. Provide weatherproof electrical outlets and hose bibs at building parapets every 75 ft. o.c. for maintenance and window washing. Provide separate circuits for outlets. |
5. Miscellaneous Building Utility Services b. Provide electrical outlets per Electrical-Wiring Devices at one side of entrances and at stair landings. c. Provide weatherproof electrical outlets and hose bibs at building parapets at 75 ft. o.c. for maintenance and window washing. Provide separate circuits for outlets. |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> General Building Design - Custodial Servicing | 4. Avoid placing wood flooring or wood steps in interior building design. UW custodial staff cannot maintain flooring and the sponsoring department will need to contact an outside contractor to refinish the floors. | None |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> General Building Design - Custodial Servicing | 5. Concrete steps in interior buildings shall have a finish to prevent stains. Do not incorporate bare concrete steps in interior building design. (Finished concrete steps are acceptable.) | None |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> General Building Design - Custodial Servicing | 6. Provide glass whiteboards for all new and replacement whiteboard installations. | None |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> General Building Design - Custodial Servicing | 7. Avoid interior slip-resistant metal grates in vestibules, building entrances and walk-off areas as they are difficult for custodial staff to maintain. | None |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> Custodial Closets -> Bulk Supply Closet | The following additions apply to each custodial closet type and are in each custodial closet section: - Provide mechanical exhaust with more than 10 air changes per hour (ACH). Consult the Mechanical and EH&S Laboratory and Ventilation Standards. - All storage rooms for waste containers and chemical cleaning products shall have non-recirculating exhaust systems to minimize contamination of adjacent rooms. |
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D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> Custodial Closets | The following additions apply to the Equipment Closet, and Primary and Supplemental Working Closets: - Provide two water fixtures at custodial closets – one faucet at the mop sink level for bucket filling, and one mounted higher for soap feed connection (hose bibb acceptable for upper fixture). - Provide an eyewash station with a dedicated drain per the EH&S Emergency Washing Equipment requirements. |
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D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> Custodial Closets -> Equipment Closet | 1. Provide an Equipment Closet 200 s.f. room for storage of bulk equipment. 2. Provide a pair of out-swinging doors, 60 inches wide, minimum. 3. Provide 16-inch deep adjustable shelving with heavy duty brackets to the ceiling, full length at the longest wall. 4. Provide 8 GFCI electrical outlets on its own dedicated circuit with a dedicated EMT conduit homerun. Outlets to be dual plug and spaced throughout the room to allow space for large equipment charging. Mounting height 36”. 5. All storage rooms for waste containers and chemical cleaning products shall have non-recirculating exhaust systems to minimize contamination of adjacent rooms. 6. Provide mechanical exhaust with more than 10 air changes per hour (ACH). Consult the Mechanical and EH&S Laboratory and Ventilation Standards. 7. Provide a center floor drain and floor-mounted custodial sink with splash shield located adjacent to door. 8. Provide two water fixtures at custodial closets – one faucet at the mop sink level for bucket filling, and one mounted higher for soap feed connection (hose bibb acceptable for upper fixture). 9. Provide an eyewash station at the floor sink location. 10. Provide mop hanger/drying rack adjacent to sink by Bobrick or approved substitution. 11. Do not locate closet within restrooms. 12. Do not locate pipe chases or utility panels within closet. |
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D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> Custodial Closets -> Primary and Supplemental Working Custodial Closets | 1. Provide a Primary Working Closet - a 120 s.f. (10’. x 12’) room at one per 25,000 to 30,000 s.f. of floor area assigned to custodial department. 2. Provide Supplemental Working Closets sized 70 to 80 s.f. (10’ x 7’ or 8’) on floors that do not include a Primary Working Closet. Each floor shall have at least one Primary or Supplemental Working Closet. In major buildings and renovations, alternate between Primary and Supplemental Working Closets by floor, based on the total number of floors and the area requirements for Primary closets. Supplemental Working Closets shall also be provided in historical building renovations or smaller building renovations where a Primary Working Closet cannot be provided. |
2. Primary Working Custodial Closet a. Provide 120 s.f. (10’. x 12’) room at one per 25,000 to 30,000 s.f. of floor area assigned to each custodian. |
D. Custodial -> Design Criteria -> Custodial Dispatch Office | 1. Provide a Custodial Dispatch Office for projects 300,000 g.s.f. or more. Consult with the custodial unit about space requirements. | Provide for specific projects. Coordinate with Project Manager and Custodial Services |
E. Restrooms -> Design Criteria | Hand Drying 1. Provide one wall-mounted hand dryer per every two sinks in multi-stall and single-occupancy restrooms (required unless patient care area). Reference the preferred manufacturer list or contact the custodial department for product specifications. 2. Do not incorporate both hand dryers and paper towel dispensers in multi-stall restroom design. |
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E. Restrooms -> Design Criteria | Soap Dispensers 1. Provide one wall-mounted soap dispenser per every two sinks in multi-stall restrooms. Contact the custodial unit for product specifications. See Preferred Manufacturer List. 2. Do not incorporate countertop-mounted/deck-mounted soap dispensers in design. |
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E. Restrooms -> Design Criteria | Waste Containers 1. Restroom waste containers are separate and free-standing. Consult with UW Recycling for product specifications. 2. Do not incorporate grommets / trash drops in restroom counter design or recessed waste containers into walls. |
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E. Restrooms -> Design Criteria | Menstrual product dispensers 1. One menstrual product dispenser must be installed in all-gender restrooms and restrooms designated for female students. This is to adhere to Washington state law (RCW 28B.170.010), that requires higher education institutions to provide free menstrual products in these restrooms. Please see preferred manufacturer list for preferred dispenser. |
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E. Restrooms -> Design Criteria | Restroom stalls 1. Provide a menstrual product/sanitary napkin disposal container in each stall in all-gender and women’s restrooms. See Preferred Manufacturer List 2. Magnetic rigid doorstops must be installed on the inside of each restroom stall, to improve ergonomics of custodial staff servicing the stalls. Please consult the preferred manufacturer list for product. |
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CAAMS Standard Specifications
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PART 1 | A. The University of Washington has an existing campus-wide access control system. This system is known as the “Campus Automated Access Management System” (CAAMS). Principal components of CAAMS are provided by Lenel and Life Safety Power. All components and devices must be sourced through UW CAAMS Integrator under the Terms and Conditions of the current sole source Contract. | A. The University of Washington has an existing campus-wide access control system. This system is known as the “Campus Automated Access Management System” (CAAMS). Principal components of CAAMS are manufactured by Lenel, a unit of United Technologies Corporation. |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.01 MANUFACTURERS | A. Access control intelligent controllers, input modules, output modules and Reader interface modules shall be provided as Lenel part numbers by the CAAMS contractor under the terms of the current UW sole source contract. No substitutions are acceptable. | A. Access control intelligent controllers, input modules, output modules and card readers shall be branded by Lenel and use Lenel part numbers. No substitutions are acceptable. |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.02 thru 2.07 | Updated model numbers for Lenel controllers and modules | - |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.14 thru 2.16 | Updated manufacturer and model numbers and specifications for multi-technology card readers | - |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.17 REQUEST-TO-EXIT (REX) MOTION DETECTOR | D. REX motion detectors shall not be required at doors whose lock hardware includes a built-in request-to exit switch. A separate, local audible sounder shall be required on the secure side of the entry. | D. REX motion detectors shall not be required at doors whose lock hardware includes a built-in request-to exit switch. |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.21 COMPOSITE CABLE | B. Provide Lake Connect Air # WSECRFI-2832.5. No substitutions are acceptable. | B. Provide Lake Cable Part #S16C4E-06RFIConnect Air # WSECRFI-2832.5. No substitutions are acceptable. |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS -> 2.22 WIRELESS LOCKSETS & 2.23 WI-FI LOCKSETS | 2.22 WIRELESS LOCKSETS A. Wireless locksets may be used on interior doors on a case-by-case basis as approved by the CAAMS Manager. In no case shall wireless locksets be used on building exterior doors. B. Wireless locksets shall be self-contained lockset units that provide stand-alone access control capability at the door. Wireless locksets shall include card reader, electric lock, door position switch, and request-to-exit device. C. Wireless Lockets can be assigned Unlock schedules in CAAMS D. Use Allegion AD400 series locks. No Substitutions. E. All Part Numbers must be approved by the CAAMS manager, sourced with Lenel Part Numbers through the UW CAAMS integrator. 2.23 WI-FI LOCKSETS A. WI-FI locksets may be used on interior doors that DO NOT require a CAAMS unlock schedule and must be approved on a case-by-case basis as approved by the CAAMS Manager. a. Typical locations include mech rooms, IT closets, mail rooms etc. B. WI-FI Locksets shall be self-contained lockset units that provide stand-alone access control capability at the WI-FI locksets shall include card reader, electric lock, door position switch, and request-to-exit device. C. Use Corbin IN120 platform only – No Substitutions. D. All Part Numbers must be approved by the CAAMS manager, sourced with Lenel Part Numbers through the UW CAAMS integrator. |
(previous 2.22 WIRELESS LOCKSETS section replaced with new 2.22 and 2.23 sections) |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.02 INTELLIGENT CONTROLLER PANEL INSTALLATION | A. Install each panel at CAAMS plywood backboards in equipment closet locations as indicated. B. Install each panel at a location and height to facilitate ease of service. C. Identify each panel name and enclosure with a permanent marking label installed on the exterior cabinet door. D. Neatly dress and tie all wiring within the enclosure and wire management gutters using Velcro ties. Do not obstruct access to terminal strips and configuration jumpers with wiring. E. Provide terminating resistor on all unused input connections. F. Label all inputs and outputs wiring with a permanent marking sleeve label. G. Ground all shielded cables in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions at the panel enclosures. H. Trim and wrap all unused shield wires to prevent shorting or inadvertent grounding at remote device boxes. Use heat shrink sleeving. |
A. Install each panel at CAAMS backboards in equipment closet locations as indicated. B. Install each panel at a location and height to facilitate ease of service. C. Identify the software and hardware address of each panel with a permanent metal marking label installed on the exterior of the cabinet. D. Neatly dress and tie all wiring within panel. Do not obstruct access to terminal strips and configuration jumpers with wiring. E. Provide terminating resistor on all unused input connections. F. Label all inputs and outputs with a permanent marking label. G. Ground all shielded cables in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. H. Trim and wrap all unused shield wires to prevent shorting or inadvertent grounding. |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.03 CONNECTIONS TO CAMPUS NETWORK | B. Contractor shall provide connections between data outlets and Intelligent Controller and power supply network interface module. Device patch cords shall be factory terminated with appropriate length cables. Keep excess length to absolute minimum. C. Other types of security systems (video surveillance systems, intrusion alarm systems, etc.) shall not be connected to the CAAMS VLAN. D. Other types of security systems (video surveillance systems, intrusion alarm systems, etc.) share CAAMS horizontal pathways or door riser conduits. |
B. Contractor shall provide connections between data outlets and Intelligent Controller and power supply network interface module. C. Other types of security systems (video surveillance systems, intrusion alarm systems, etc.) shall not be connected to the CAAMS VLAN. |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.04 POWER SUPPLY INSTALLATION | A. All CAAMS Access Control boards shall be installed in Life Safety Enclosures at the CAAMS Panel head end backboard. Do not install remote power supplies to support local door hardware without approval from CAAMS Manager. | A. Install all system power supplies at Intelligent Controller panel backboard locations as indicated. Do not install power supplies at other locations. |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.05 CARD READER INSTALLATION | D. Use Screw wire terminations at inside reader locations. Use Pigtail wire terminations at exterior locations. | None |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.06 CONNECTION TO ELECTRIC LOCK HARDWARE | A. Use plug and play connectors when connecting to electrified locking hardware. Crimp pins to field wiring and use correct conductor housings to match. Avoid additional splice points. | None |
PART 3 - EXECUTION -> 3.09 CONNECTION TO ELEVATORS | B. Install an Elevator Demarcation panel adjacent to all elevator machine rooms. Including future integrations. | None |
PART 4 - Backboard Layouts -> 4.01 GENERAL | A. Changes to the backboard layout or location required by site conditions must be reviewed and approved by the CAAMS manager. B. Install all equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and approved shop drawings. C. Traka Cabinets shall not be installed in publicly accessible spaces. Ideally they will be in a room that has Wi-Fi or Wireless card reader. |
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PART 4 - Backboard Layouts -> 4.02 & 4.03 | Added backboard detail and image | - |
EH&S - Emergency Washing Equipment
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1. Applications | Typical areas on the University campus where EWE is needed include the following: c. Areas with closed systems, particularly those under pressure, that can catastrophically fail and cause the chemicals to leak including the power plant, shops, and mechanical rooms. 1) For closed-loop hydronic systems and cooling towers, EWE is required at the location of the chemical pot feeders or chemical feed tanks. For new installations, provide utility sink at eyewash location. |
No previous language for item c-1 |
EH&S - Laboratory Ventilation
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B. General Laboratory Ventilation | 3. Design the air change rate for each laboratory room to provide the following: a) Adequate make-up air for LEV including fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets. b) Adequate tempering for personal comfort and laboratory requirements c) As a general guideline, wet labs should be designed for a minimum of 6 air changes per hour (ACH) and dry labs for a minimum of 3 ACH. Air change rates must be determined based on specific room hazards and reviewed on a case-by-case basis. All laboratory air change rates shall be reviewed and approved by EH&S. |
No previous language for item 3-c |
G. Laboratory Renovations General Design and Commissioning | Summary: Added section G which includes requirements for laboratory renovations and commissioning. Contains: – Requirement for project engineers to review code history and applicable risk assessments with EH&S and the client for renovations involving existing lab systems, and to document code compliance changes in the project requirements. – Requirement to comply with SEFA standards for laboratory furniture and finishes, including performance testing and certification of chemical resistance. – Requirement to comply with national standards and best practices (e.g., ANSI Z9.5, CDC, NFPA, WISHA, NIH, OLAW, etc.). – Requirement for the Project Manager to identify subject matter experts (e.g., fume hoods, BSCs, hazardous storage) during design and collect full inventories of hazardous materials and lab equipment to be used or stored. – Lab chemical inventories must be shown on design drawings. – Requirement that relocated fume hoods and ducted Type B2 biosafety cabinets be recertified, and that associated HVAC systems be rebalanced to restore safe airflow and containment conditions, with EH&S confirmation required before use. – Commissioning plan must be developed during design and include ventilation validation procedures, system flow specs, test and balance reports, ASHRAE 110 documentation for fume hoods, and a tracking system for deficiencies. – Fume hood flow alarms must be calibrated to alarm at ±10% of the designed capture velocity. – Biosafety cabinets must be certified to NSF 49 by an independent contractor prior to use. – Emergency eyewashes and showers must be certified to meet UW and ANSI Z358.1 standards. |
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EH&S - Safe Access and Maintainability
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3. Location and maintenance of equipment and components | Window washing shall be designed and constructed to be performed using passive fall protection e.g., working from the ground, finished floor or platform with standard guardrails. Where passive fall protection is not deemed safe and/or feasible, active fall protection systems (e.g., rope descent systems, personal fall arrest systems) can be designed and constructed with a supporting Safe Access Plan and approval from the UW Building Services Department. Refer to the Roof and Building Envelope section of the Requirements Common to All Disciplines and Projects document for instructions on the required Safe Access Plan. | Window washing shall be designed and construction to be performed from the ground, finished floor or platform with standard guardrails. |
UW Recycling (under Services, Custodial & Recycling)
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Whole document | “UW Recycling” document moved from Exterior Improvements tab to the Services, Custodial & Recycling tab |
February
Facilities Design Standard - Variance Request and Decision Process
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All | Added passages such as Design Standards from Other Units, Safety and Access Issues. Added language to Resolution Process and a Step by Step Guide to the Decision Process |
Variance Request Process Flow Chart
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Added new document “Variance Request Process Flow Chart” to visually display the process of Variance Requests |
Mechanical
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A. Design Criteria -> Design Criteria | 6. Do not use motorized shades and windows unless in auditoriums, lecture halls or large instructional spaces. Consider passive design strategies instead. a. For auditoriums with motorized shades and windows, do not install diffusers at the base of the window. |
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C. Air Handlers and Ventilation Fans -> Design Criteria | 1. Provide filtered and conditioned mechanical ventilation supply to all occupied building spaces on the UW campus, including but not limited to office, classroom, library, dining, patient care, laboratory, or housing occupancies and elsewhere where required by code or programmatic needs. | 1. Provide filtered and conditioned mechanical ventilation supply to all office, classroom, library, dining, patient care, laboratory, or housing occupancies and elsewhere where required by code or programmatic needs. |
C. Air Handlers and Ventilation Fans -> Design Criteria | 2. Size air handler to provide at least 20% additional ventilation (outdoor) air volume above system design. | None |
E. Hydronic Systems | Merged 3 sections (Building Chilled Water Systems, Hydronic Coils, Hydronic Heating) into 1 consolidated “Hydronic Systems” section | |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Freeze Protection and Chemical Management | 1. Provide inhibited propylene glycol for systems subject to freezing. a. Provide 25% glycol concentration. |
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E. Hydronic Systems -> Hydronic Coils | 5. Size coils at no more than 450 feet per minute face velocity. | 5. Size coils at no more than 550 feet per minute face velocity. |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Building Chilled Water Systems -> Programming | 2. All new cooling systems shall be connected to the central utilities CCW system. Discuss the intent of using Central Cooling Water with Engineering Services before design begins. | 2. Discuss the intent of using Central Cooling Water with Engineering Services before design begins. Using the campus system is encouraged, but the CCW chillers and distribution piping may not have adequate capacity to serve new loads. |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Building Chilled Water Systems -> Programming | 6. Size the cooling system with sufficient capacity to accommodate estimated future loads. Incorporate capacity control strategies to limit short-cycling and provide efficient operation during present and future loading. | 6. Size the chiller(s) with sufficient capacity to accommodate estimated future loads. Incorporate capacity control strategies to limit short-cycling and provide efficient operation during present and future loading. |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Building Chilled Water Systems -> Chilled Water Design Criteria | 9. For systems that include an air/dirt separator, provide a removable head for maintenance, and isolation valves at both the inlet and outlet. a. Critical systems that must remain on at all times must have a bypass on equipment such as heat exchangers, air separators, and meters b. See Preferred Manufacturer List for preferred vendor. |
None |
Mechanical -> Air/Dirt Separators | Spirovent Or approved Equal |
None |
E. Hydronic Systems -> Hydronic Heating -> Hydronic Heating Design Criteria | 4. Reset converter and radiation water temperatures by the outside air temperature. Historically in existing buildings, the normal reset schedule for a converter is to reset the water temperature from 180 °F to 140 °F as the outside air temperature changes from 20 °F to 70 °F respectively. Consult with Engineering Services and HVAC shop on current operating conditions. | 4. Reset converter and radiation water temperatures by the outside air temperature. Historically in existing buildings, the normal reset schedule for a converter is to reset the water temperature from 180 °F to 140 °F as the outside air temperature changes from 20 °F to 70 °F respectively. The normal reset schedule for a radiation system is to reset the water temperature from 180 °F to 100 °F as the outside air temperature changes from 20 °F to 70 °F respectively. |
G. Building Steam and Condensate -> Installation, Fabrication, and Construction | 6. Condensate shall drain to a receiver that is vented to atmosphere with horizonal piping sloped at a minimum of 1/4” per foot in mechanical rooms. This is especially important on domestic hot water heat exchangers where the load is highly variable and stall conditions are expected. | None |
H. Refrigeration -> Design Criteria | 2. Do not use Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems for space cooling. 3. New systems that require a refrigerant leak detection system are not allowed. |
2. Use of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system for space cooling is strongly discouraged. a. VRF systems are not allowed if they require a refrigerant leak detection system. b. Provide suitable isolation valves on each branch circuit. |
H. Refrigeration -> Design Criteria | 11. Microchannel coils are discouraged for larger sized air-cooled chillers. Discuss with Engineering Services if microchannel coils will be used on a project. | None |
H. Refrigeration -> Design Criteria | 12. Provide factory applied anti-corrosion coating for all condenser coils. | None |
H. Refrigeration -> Design Criteria | Removed refrigerant detection alarm signage display item. It is redundant with EH&S “Refrigeration Machinery Room Design and Construction” document | g. Provide all refrigerant audible and visual devices with signs permanently hung below the device(s). Signs must be three-layer etched plastic with white letters on a blue background. Letters must be a minimum of ½” high. h. Signs within the refrigerant machinery room must read: WHEN FLASHING REFRIGERANT LEAK / NO FAN EXIT SPACE Signs outside each refrigerant machinery room entrance must read: WHEN FLASHING REFRIGERANT LEAK / NO FAN DO NOT ENTER SPACE |
H. Refrigeration -> Design Criteria -> Refrigerant Machinery Rooms | Added “Refrigerant Machinery Rooms” subsection under Refrigeration -> Design Criteria section. Moved RMR items from Refrigeration section, and consolidated section with EH&S “Refrigeration Machinery Room Design & Construction” | |
H. Refrigeration -> Design Criteria -> Refrigerant Machinery Rooms | f. Leak detection system alarm level must be set and calibrated to the refrigerant’s Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL). | e. Leak detection system alarm level must be set to the refrigerant’s Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL). Where calibration gas is not available at the PEL, set the alarm level for the lower calibration gas level. For example, adjust the set point to 900-ppm when the PEL is 1000-ppm, if 1000-ppm calibration gas is not available. |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 9. Design lab HW circulation pipes (140 degrees) with flow velocity not to exceed 3 FPS. a. Confirm the capacity of lab HW based on user needs and discuss with Engineering Services. |
9. Design lab HW circulation pipes (140 degrees) with flow velocity not to exceed 3 FPS. |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 14. For laboratory buildings, size domestic water heater to support 1 emergency shower and 1 emergency eyewash station in addition to regular non-emergency loads. See EH&S Emergency Washing Equipment document for all requirements. | None |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 15. Provide floor drain directly below eyewash station discharge, or locate eyewash station at sink. See EH&S Emergency Washing Equipment document for all requirements. | None |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 16. For Laboratory buildings, provide vacuum breakers for all lab faucets. | None |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 18. Provide electronic sensor faucets for all lavatories. Provide an outlet and transformer under the sink. Provide a minimum of two 24V transformers for all lavatories with 2 or more sinks. Coordinate with electrician for installation. See Electrical Design Standards for outlet and transformer requirements. | 18. Provide electronic sensor faucets for all lavatories. |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 19. Provide manual flush valves. Do not use electronic sensor flushometers for toilets and urinals. | 19. Do not use electronic sensor flushometers for toilets and urinals. |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 20. Unless otherwise specified by code, provide the following flow rates: a. Water Closets = 1.28 gpf b. Urinals = 0.125 gpf c. Public Lavatories = 0.5 gpm d. Residential Lavatories = 1.2 gpm e. Showers = 1.5 gpm f. Kitchen Faucet = 1.8 gpm g. Metering faucets = 0.25 gpc |
20. Unless otherwise specified by code, provide the following flow rates: a. Water Closets, Dual Flush = 1.28/ 1.1 gpf b. Urinals = 0.125 gpf c. Public Lavatories = 0.5 gpm d. Residential Lavatories = 1.2 gpm e. Showers = 1.5 gpm f. Kitchen Faucet = 1.8 gpm g. Metering faucets = 0.25 gpc |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | Removed | 21. Hard wire electronic fixtures from facility power source. |
K. Potable and Nonpotable Water -> Design Criteria | 29. Provide non-electronic thermostatic mixing valves. See Preferred Manufacturer List. a. Operate water heaters and storage tanks at 140°F. |
30. Provide non-electronic thermostatic mixing valves. See Preferred Manufacturer List. |
R. Metering and Gauges -> Meter Installation | 4. Provide a list of all meters and communication/connectivity requirements. | None |
S. Motors and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) -> Variable Frequency Drives | 14. See Preferred Manufacturer List for VFD model requirements. | None |
Mechanical -> VFDs (for Building Applications) | Danfoss VLT FC-102 ABB ACS800 No substitutions |
Allen Bradley Powerflex 70 Danfoss VLT FC-102 Yaskawa GPD 506 No substitutions |
Mechanical -> VFDs (for Central Utilities Applications) | Yaskawa Industrial Drives No substitutions |
Yaskawa GPD 506 |
U. Piping, Valves, Pressure Testing, and Accessories -> Products, Material and Equipment -> Pipe -> Pipe Code P-5 (table) | ** All Natural gas service to buildings shall be equipped with a seismic shutoff valve located on the exterior of the building. | None |
Architectural
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C. Interiors -> Construction (C10) -> Interior Door Standard Specifications -> 1.04 Application notes | Removed | 2. Fire Rated Door: Mineral Core Fire Doors are unacceptable. Where 45, 60, or 90 Minute Rated Doors are required, provide Hollow Metal Doors. |
Gender Inclusive Restroom Design Guidelines | Changed language from “gender neutral” to “gender inclusive” | |
Gender Inclusive Restroom Design Guidelines | URINALS 1. Use of urinals in Gender Inclusive Restrooms: When urinals are included in gender-inclusive restrooms, they must be enclosed within a stall partition to ensure privacy and accommodate a variety of users. 2. Clear Signage: The restroom must have clear signage indicating that urinals are present, both within the restroom itself (near the urinals) and at the entry to the restroom. This ensures users are aware of the restroom’s facilities before entering. |
Urinals will not be allowed in multi-user gender neutral restrooms. |
Civil
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N. Ground Disturbance and Utility Locates | Replaced previous Ground Disturbance and Utility Locates section with newer SOP |
Electrical
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V. Lighting -> Basis of Design -> Design Criteria - Interior Lighting | 3. All interior fixtures are required to be LED fixtures. LED luminaires are required to be vetted by the Design Light Consortium (DLC or Energy Star). • Fixtures shall be the type that LED lamp array assembly can be replaced without having to replace the entire fixture. • For non-dimming, use Type B fixture, single-ended option, direct voltage (277V or 120V) • For dimmable, use type C, 0-10V. 120V is preferred. • Proprietary drivers are not allowed. • Fixtures shall not have plastic components that will melt or deform from heat generated by the fixture. • LED DALI drivers are required. |
3. All interior fixtures are required to be LED fixtures. LED luminaires are required to be vetted by the Design Light Consortium (DLC or Energy Star). • Fixtures shall be the type that LED lamp array assembly can be replaced without having to replace the entire fixture. • For non-dimming, use Type B fixture, single-ended option, direct voltage (277V or 120V) • For dimmable, use type C, 0-10V. 120V is preferred. • Proprietary drivers are not allowed. • Fixtures shall not have plastic components that will melt or deform from heat generated by the fixture. |
W. Lighting Control -> Basis of Design -> Design Criteria - Interior Lighting Control | 3. Do not use wireless systems. Any wireless systems must have prior approval from Engineering Services and shops. | 3. Wireless systems may be considered for renovation projects when the installation of conduit and wiring is not able to be used. Wireless systems needs approval from UW Facilities. 4. Control systems that utilized batteries for devices and other equipment are not acceptable. |
W. Lighting Control -> Basis of Design -> Design Criteria - Interior Lighting Control | 6. Provide BacNet connection for future integration to the Building Automation System (BAS). | 6. Provide BacNet connection to the Building Automation System (BAS). |
W. Lighting Control -> Basis of Design -> Design Criteria - Interior Lighting Control | 12. Provide UPS whereas to protect the lighting control circuit boards inside the lighting control panels. | None |
Electrical -> Network Lighting Control Systems | Legrand Cooper Or approved equal |
Crestron Douglas Lutron |
Irrigation
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Products, Materials and Equipment | 1. Controllers: a. Calsense CS3000, 8 to 48 station capacity with transient surge protector (part #TP-100), to tie into existing central control system, with one of the following hardware options: Ethernet capability, CS3-EN-10/100 Mbps. Ethernet is preferred, Cellular, CS3-GR-KIT, can be used where Ethernet is unavailable. No exceptions. |
1. Controllers: a. Calsense CS3000, 8 to 48 station capacity, to tie into existing central control system, with one of the following hardware options: Ethernet capability, CS3-EN-10/100 Mbps. Ethernet is preferred, Cellular, CS3-GR-KIT, can be used where Ethernet is unavailable. No exceptions. |
Products, Materials and Equipment | 7. Irrigation Deduct Water Meter: Krohne. See Preferred Manufacturer List for irrigation deduct meter requirements. | 7. Irrigation Deduct Water Meter: See Preferred Manufacturer List for irrigation deduct meter requirements. |
Products, Materials and Equipment | 23. Wye Strainer: Zurn/Wilkins SXL a. If POC is downstream of building wye strainer, secondary strainer is not necessary |
None |
Installation, Fabrication and Construction | 9. Seal sleave ends with servicable duct tape or bunched filter fabric to prevent soil intrusion (before and after install). | None |
Installation, Fabrication and Construction | 13. Locate automatic control valve boxes within the irrigation zone, do not cluster valve boxes. | None |
Installation, Fabrication and Construction | 15. Automatic control valve boxes shall be placed in the irrigation zone they serve. Do not cluster automatic control valve boxes together. Locate valve boxes orthogonally to adjacent features. | None |
Installation, Fabrication and Construction | Removed all drip irrigation details | |
Exterior Improvements - Irrigation -> Wye Strainer | Wye Strainer Zurn/Wilkins SXL Or approved equal |
None |
CAD & BIM Standards
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Added zip folder of title block template sheets for download | None |
Room Numbering Standards
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Floor Numbering, & Structure of Room Nomenclature | Adjusted Mezzanine labeling |
EH&S - General Requirements for Laboratories
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Added new document, “General Requirements for Laboratories” to guide laboratory design, including building and lab requirements, hazardous materials handling, egress, and some electrical and utility requirements |
EH&S - Seismic Securement Requirements
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Added new document “Seismic Securement Requirements” for requirements for seismic securements of non-structural components in buildings. |
EH&S - Refrigeration Machinery Room Design & Construction
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Design Requirements -> 7. Refrigerant Detection and Alarm Systems | c. The refrigerant Leak Detection System shall be compatible with and connect to the building Fire Alarm System and the Building Automation System for purposes of audible and visual alarms and for communicating with the central monitoring service for the building. | c. The refrigerant Leak Detection System shall be compatible with and connect to the building Fire Alarm System for purposes of audible and visual alarms and for communicating with the central monitoring service for the building. |
Design Requirements -> 7. Refrigerant Detection and Alarm Systems | t. Sequence of operations During normal operation, the refrigerant detection system commands the supply and exhaust fans to normal occupied airflow rate. i. Upon an alarm condition, the refrigerant detection system notifies the FACP which commands the ventilation system to the emergency exhaust and supply volumes. Transmit an alarm signal to building fire alarm system and the Building Automation System. The refrigerant detection system audible and visual alarms are activated by the FACP. ii. The building fire alarm system and the Building Automation System monitor normal exhaust and supply speed fan(s) status via current sensing relays. During failure of fan(s) to operate at normal speed in normal mode, a trouble signal at both the Fire Alarm System and the Building Automation System. Fans shall default to the emergency airflow rate. The audible and visual notification devices are activated. iii. The Fire Alarm System and Building Automation System monitor emergency speed fan(s) status via current sensing relays. During failure of fan(s) to operate at emergency airflow rate in emergency mode, generate a supervisory signal at the Fire Alarm System. The audible and visual alarms are activated. iv. The Fire Alarm System monitors leak detection panel status via a trouble contact. During failure of leak detection panel, generate a trouble signal at the Fire Alarm System. Upon panel failure, fan(s) default to emergency airflow rate. The audible and visual alarms remain inactivated. | t. Sequence of operations During normal operation, the refrigerant detection system commands the supply and exhaust fans to normal occupied airflow rate. i. Upon an alarm condition, the refrigerant detection system notifies the FACP which commands the ventilation system to the emergency exhaust and supply volumes. Transmit an alarm signal to building fire alarm system and the Building Automation System. The refrigerant detection system audible and visual alarms are activated by the FACP. ii. The building fire alarm system and the Building Automation System monitor normal exhaust and supply speed fan(s) status via current sensing relays. During failure of fan(s) to operate at normal speed in normal mode, a trouble signal at both the Fire Alarm System and the Building Automation System. Fans shall default to the emergency airflow rate. The audible and visual notification devices are activated. |