Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Briarwood Fire Monitoring System Upgrade is design-built in nature and is based on the requirements outlined in the Fire Alarm System Code Analysis and Fire Alarm Site Assessment reports located in the bid docs. It shall be all-inclusive for a complete turnkey system that meets all KCHA specifications and plans, applicable codes, and permit requirements. KCHA has added elements to the system that may exceed jurisdictional standards. All new wiring must be concealed behind the Gypsum Wall Board (GWB), ceiling spaces, or in KCHA-approved line hide covers. There may be variations in the layout from the plan depictions, and it is the Contractor's responsibility to verify actual conditions. The Contractor will keep the existing (active) alarm system running until the new fire monitoring system is activated. After the newly installed alarm system is activated, the old devices will be removed, and existing boxes will be covered with blank white cover plates. This will also include removing all non-hardwired devices, such as old smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors, with the existing box covered with a new blank white plate. The contractor will install new drywall in areas where old fire alarm equipment has been removed, and new equipment will not cover the existing hole. This will include all taping, mudding, sanding, texturing, and painting. New paint will be supplied by the Contractor. All unit devices are to be unlatched. The Contractor is to provide the Owner with a turnkey fire monitoring system and include all design, reviews, permits, testing, materials, labor, and equipment in the bid as called out in the bid specs. The Contractor will include in their bid the cost of all final inspections, including the Fire Marshall and Elevator inspections.
