Specifications include, but are not limited to: Contractor shall perform all testing, inspection, and cleaning services as required per the most current NFPA 25 “Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based/Dry/Pre-Action Fire Protection Systems,” CT Fire Prevention Code, any other applicable code, as well as manufacturer’s recommendations for every fire sprinkler system and device in each building in the District’s portfolio. Inspection and testing will include, but not be limited to, the following: Four (4) inspections/tests per year, on a quarterly basis, on all fire sprinkler systems wet/dry/pre-action to include: All system devices and components- water motor gongs, valve tamper switches, sprinkler supervisory switches, and water flow pressure switches. All dry system components including air compressors, pneumatic lines, control valves, gauges and air vents. Flow testing & flushing shall include the opening of each inspector’s test valve to activate water flow alarm devices. Ensure 100% discharge valve closure after testing/flushing. Check all fire hose connections and inspect Fire Department Siamese connections. Check the supply of spare sprinklers including required minimum quantity of each type, proper storage, and wrench types. Apply inspection tag(s) to system(s) risers. Annually, during one of the scheduled quarterly visits, contractor must visually inspect all accessible sprinklers, sprinkler piping, fittings, hangars and seismic bracing from the floor level and will perform the following: Check for signs of leakage, corrosion, improper loading, misalignment, or physical damage Check for proper sprinkler head orientation and for any obstructions to the sprinkler spray pattern. Check all gauges and control valves for proper operation Exercise all valves Perform a main drain test and record static and residual pressures. Test freezing point of antifreeze solutions if applicable
