Part 1: Replacement of Fire Protection System 1. Fire Alarm Panel Replacement • Remove and properly dispose of the existing fire alarm panel. • Supply and install a new, NFPA 13-compliant fire alarm panel compatible with current technology standards. 2. Device Replacement and Installation • Replace all existing fire protection devices, including but not limited to: • Manual pull stations. • Audible/visual strobes. • Annunciators. • Duct detectors. • Monitoring switches. • Install additional devices as required to ensure system compliance with NFPA 13 and local fire codes. 3. System Integration • Tie new fire alarm system into the current access control system to ensure seamless integration and compliance in the event of fire. • Verify proper operation of access control functions, such as door release during fire alarms. 4. Testing and Commissioning • Conduct functional tests of all fire protection system components. • Verify operation of each device and ensure communication with the fire alarm panel. • Perform end-to-end system testing to certify compliance with NFPA 13. • City Staff to provide monitoring service for testing prior to project closeout. 5. Documentation and Training • Provide as-built drawings, wiring diagrams, and device schedules for the new fire protection system. • Train designated City Hall Staff on the operation and basic troubleshooting of the fire alarm panel and associated devices. Part 2: Wet/Dry System Maintenance and Compliance 1. Inspection and Assessment • Conduct a comprehensive inspection of the existing wet/dry fire protection system, including piping, valves, and sprinkler heads. • Identify deficiencies or areas requiring repair to achieve full compliance with NFPA 13. 7 2. System Repairs and Upgrades • Replace or repair damaged, corroded, or outdated components including but not limited to: o Control Valves o Backflow preventers o Sprinkler heads • Update system components to meet current NFPA 13 standards, including addressing any space or coverage issues. 3. Testing and Certification • Perform hydrostatic testing to verify system integrity. • Conduct flow tests to ensure proper water pressure and distribution • Test dry system air pressure and verify operation of the air compressor or nitrogen generator. 4. System Adjustments • Adjust pressure settings and valve configurations for optimal performance and compliance. • Ensure all tamper switches, flow switches, and monitoring devices are operational and communicating with the fire alarm system. 5. Maintenance Plan and Documentation • Provide a detailed report of work performed, including pre- and post-maintenance inspection results. • Supply a recommended maintenance schedule and checklist to maintain compliance with NFPA 13 moving forward. Part 3: Water Flow Capacity Verification and Pump Removal 1. Assessment and Planning of Water Flow Capacity • Conduct a preliminary inspection of the fire protection system to identify potential impacts of pump removal. • Develop a test plan to verify the flow and pressure capacity of the water supply without the fire pump. 2. Flow Test • Perform a flow test of the current site water supply from the City of Spring Hill at the connection point to the fire protection system. • Confirm that static and residual pressure meet the requirements of NFPA for the buildings sprinkler system demands. 3. Compliance Review • Submit flow test results to the appropriate authority having jurisdiction for approval to proceed with pump removal. • Confirm that the removal of the pump will not compromise the system performance or compliance with fire code regulations. 4. Pump Removal • Removal of fire protection pump and ancillary components from the system. • Modify piping layout to ensure a direct and compliant connection from the water supply to the fire protection system. • Install necessary valves, fittings, or adapters to maintain system integrity. 5. Testing and Validation • Perform post-removal pressure and flow tests to verify that the system meets NFPA 13 requirements. • Test all valves, alarms, and system components to confirm operational readiness 6. Documentation and Certification 8 • Provide as-built drawings reflecting the system modifications. • Submit a detailed report, including test results and certification of compliance with NFPA to the authority having jurisdiction. • Train City staff on any changes to the fire protection operations.
