Common use of SYSTEM READINESS Clause in Contracts

SYSTEM READINESS. 2.2.1. The General Contractor shall verify that systems are installed, complete and operable before the commencement of TAB work. The General Contractor and the Owner’s Independent Performance Assurance Contractor, shall insure the following conditions: 1. Systems are started and operating in a safe and normal condition. 2. Direct Digital Control System and temperature controls are installed complete and operable including verification of proper end device operation and installation of required software and programming. 3. Proper thermal overload protection is in place for electrical equipment 4. Final filters are new and in place. 5. Coil fins are clean and combed if needed 6. Duct systems are clean of debris. 7. Fans are rotating correctly 8. Motors and bearings are properly lubricated. 9. Any excessive vibration has been corrected. 10. Fire/Smoke and volume dampers are in place, open, and operating properly. 11. All ductwork connections are complete, access doors are closed, and duct end caps are in place. 12. Air outlets are installed and connected. 13. Duct system leakage is minimized per the Specifications. 14. Water systems have been flushed, refilled, and vented. 15. Strainers or filters are in place and clean. 16. Control valves, check valves, and flow meters are installed and operating properly. 17. All manual valves, balancing devices, and control valves are open. 18. Pump rotation is correct and water is flowing. 19. System make-up water pressure is properly adjusted. 2.2.2. NMPSFA Approved Pre-Functional Checklist forms to verify the readiness of systems for TAB work are provided following the end of this Section. The General Contractor shall have personnel with direct knowledge complete the individual checklists to verify that systems are installed, complete and operable prior to the commencement of TAB work. These checklists do not replace any manufacturer recommended procedures. 2.2.3. Prior to commencement of TAB work, the General Contractor shall submit a written request to the Owner, including completed Pre-Functional Checklists forms for mechanical inspection of the project. This inspection shall be conducted by a duly appointed representative of the Mechanical Engineer’s office, the Mechanical Contractor’s Superintendent, and the Owner’s PAC Services Contractor. The inspection shall establish to the satisfaction of all parties that the systems are ready for testing and balancing. 2.2.4. Prior to commitment of TAB work, the General Contractor and PAC Contractor shall submit completed documentation of successful Manufacturer’s Start-Up of equipment and systems associated with TAB Services. 2.2.5. If the Owner’s PAC and TAB Services Contractor finds that systems are not ready for TAB, the General Contractor will be subject to charges for the Owner’s TAB Services Contractor’s lost time and expenses.