Appendix 5: Forms and Checklists

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5.A Architect-Engineer (A/E) Checklist of Services
     5.A.1 Project Administration and Management Services
     5.A.2 Predesign Services
     5.A.3 Schematic Design Phase Submission 15%
     5.A.4 Design Development Phase Submission 35%
     5.A.5 Construction Document Phase Submission 70%
     5.A.6 Construction Document Phase Submission 95%
     5.A.7 Construction Document Phase Final Submission 100%
5.B Project-Specific Request for Variance Form
5.C Animal Research Facility Planning List
5.D Lease Facilities Guidelines Checklist

5.A Architect-Engineer (A/E) Checklist of Services

The following architectural and engineering checklist of services defines the requirements that may be required for projects at the NIH. It is meant as a guide for obtaining uniformity and coherence in the presentation of design documents. Each project officer will determine the scope of requirements that is needed based on the size and complexity of the project.

These checklists were based on existing documents from:

The AIA Document B163 Scope of Designated Services
The NIH/DES Statement of Work
The NIH Special Provisions for an Indefinite Quantity A/E contract
The NIH Statement of Work for Building 50
The Cannon A/E checklist of services and Quality Control System.

The checklist shall be used in conjunction with the contract Statement of Work (SOW) to determine the final scope of services and deliverables.

The checklist includes:

Project Administration and Management Services

Predesign Services
Schematic Design Phase Submission 15%
Design Development Phase Submission 35%
Construction Document Phase Submission 70%
Construction Document Phase Submission 95%
Construction Document Phase Final Submission 100%

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5.A.1 Project Administration and Management Services

Descriptive criteria

Reading from contracting
Research
Consultation
Conferences
Communications
Travel time
Direction of in-house architectural personnel
Coordination of work by the NIH
Progress reports

5.A.1.2 Coordination/Checking

Coordination between the architectural work and the work of engineering and other disciplines involved in the project
Reviewing and checking documents prepared for the project by the architect and the architect’s consultants

5.A.1.3 Agency Consulting/Review/Approval

The services below apply to applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and codes of regulating entities and to reviews required of user or community groups with limited or no statutory authority but significant influence on approving agencies and individuals, including:
- Agency consultations
- Research of critical applicable regulations
- Research of community attitudes
- Preparation of written and graphic explanatory materials
- Appearances on NIH’s behalf at agency and community meetings
Organizations
- State agencies
- Planning boards
- County agencies
- Regional agencies
- Federal agencies
- NIH organizations, Institutes, Centers, Divisions
- Community organizations
- Consumer interest organizations
- Environmental interest groups

5.A.1.4 Owner-Supplied Data

Assistance in establishing criteria
Assistance in obtaining data, including, where applicable, documentation of existing conditions
Review and coordination of data furnished for the project as a responsibility of the owner

5.A.1.5 Schedule and Monitoring

Establish initial schedule for architect’s services, decision-making, design, documentation, contracting and construction, based on determination of scope of architect’s services.
Develop schedule for owner review, comment, and time to incorporate those items into the documents at each phase.
Review and update previously established schedules during subsequent phases.

5.A.1.6 Preliminary Cost Estimate

Prepare a preliminary estimate of the cost of construction as well as architectural and engineering services.
Review and update the preliminary estimate of the cost of construction and architectural and engineering services during subsequent phases.

5.A.1.7 Presentation

Users
Building committee(s)
Staff committee(s)
NIH organizations, Institutes, Centers, Divisions
User group(s)
Board(s) of Directors
Financing entity (entities)
NIH’s consultants

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5.A.2 Predesign Services

5.A.2.1 Programming

Design objectives’ limitations and criteria.
Verify Program of Requirements (POR) if applicable.
Confirm with Master Plan.
Develop initial approximate gross facility areas and space requirements.
Determine space relations.
Determine number of functional responsibilities personnel.
Allow for flexibility and expandability.
Allow for special equipment and systems.
Determine site requirements.
Determine fire protection requirements.
Develop a preliminary budget of the work based on programming and scheduling studies.
Determine operating procedures - materials handling.
Determine security criteria.
Determine communications relationship.
Determine project schedule.

5.A.2.2 Space Schematics/Flow Diagrams

Conversion of programmed requirements to net area requirements
Internal functions
Human, vehicular, and material flow patterns
General space allocations
Analysis of operating functions
Adjacency
Special facilities and equipment
Flexibility and expandability

5.A.2.3 Existing Facilities Surveys

Verify basis of design.
Identify deficiencies of existing facility.
Perform space utilization of existing facility.
Take photographs.
Take field measurements.
Review existing design data.
Analyze existing structural capabilities.
Analyze existing mechanical capabilities.
Analyze existing electrical capabilities.
Review existing drawings for critical inaccuracies and develop required measured drawings.

5.A.2.4 Economic Feasibility Studies

Define total project cost

5.A.2.5 Detailed Site Utilization Studies

Land utilization
Structures placement
Facilities development
Development phasing marshalling plan (construction staging, office parking, storage, etc.)
Movement systems, circulation, and parking
Utilities systems
Surface and subsurface conditions “topography”
Review of soils report
Vegetation
Slope analysis
Sediment control and grading plan
Ecological studies
“Master plan,” zoning, and other legal restrictions
Landscape forms and materials

5.A.2.6 Onsite Utility Studies

Electrical service and distribution
Gas service and distribution
Water supply and distribution
Site drainage
Wind analysis
Sanitary sewer collection and disposal
Process wastewater treatment
Stormwater collection and disposal
Central-plant mechanical systems
Fire systems and water flow test
Emergency systems
Security
Pollution control
Site illumination
Communications system

5.A.2.7 Offsite Utility Studies

Confirmation of location, size, and adequacy of utilities serving the site
Determination of requirements for connections to utilities
Planning and design for offsite utility extensions and facilities

5.A.2.8 Environmental Studies and Reports

Coordinate environmental review (NEPA) requirements with Division of Environmental Protection (DEP).
Ecological studies
Attendance at public meetings and hearings
Presentations to governing authorities
Coordination of all reports with Office of Community Liaison (OCL)

5.A.2.9 Zoning Processing Assistance

Assistance in preparing application
Development of supporting data
Preparation of presentation materials
Attendance at public meetings and hearings

5.A.2.10 Geotechnical Engineering

Establish geotechnical conditions
- Test borings
- Test pits
- Soil-bearing value
- Percolation test
- Ground corrosion and resistivity tests
- Evaluation of subsurface material and conditions
- Evaluation of necessary operations for anticipated subsoil conditions
- Reports and professional recommendations

5.A.2.11 Site Surveying

Survey by licensed surveyor
- Description of physical characteristics
- Legal limitations
- Utility locations
- Written legal description
- Grades
- Lines of streets, alleys, and pavements
- Adjoining property and structures
- Adjacent drainage
- Right of ways
- Restricting easements
Site survey
- Encroachments
- Zoning
- Deed restriction
- Boundaries
- Contours
- Existing building information
- Trees
- Public utilities/above and below grade
- Private utilities/above and below grade
- Inverts and depths
- Reference to a project benchmark

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5.A.3 Schematic Design Phase Submission 15%

5.A.3.1 Site/Landscape

All site documentation will:
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from predesign phase

5.A.3.1.a Plans

Existing site plan
- Major landscaping
  - Major trees and vegetation
  - Outcroppings
  - Bodies of water
  - Fences and barriers
- Site features and conditions
  - Existing contours
  - Flood zones or hazards
  - Property lines
  - Layout leases or easements
  - Zoning setbacks
  - Subsoil characteristics
  - Seismic conditions
  - Identifiable site constraints
  - Utility lines
  - Security features
  - Manholes, drains, utility access
  - Location of preliminary soil boring
  - Historic or archaeological impact
- Paved surfaces
  - Major streets
  - Vehicular routes
  - Curbs
  - Walks
  - Pedestrian access routes
  - Bicycle paths and parking
  - Parking with handicapped locations
  - Service areas
  - Other paved areas
- Structures
- Existing buildings with roof plans
  - Adjacent buildings with roof plans
  - Outbuilding or sheds
  - Canopies
- Other elements
  - Nuisance land uses
  - Special equipment (MRI, laser, etc.)
  - Convenience nodes (mass transit, dropoff area)
  - Facilities that may have interruption of any utility
- Proposed contours
- Construction marshalling information
Staging areas
- Indications of phasing
- Limits of work
- Indication of future surrounding improvements
  - Demolition plan
Alternate schemes (indicate number)

5.A.3.1.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Utilities statement: companies, agencies, individual contacts
  - Electrical power
  - Mechanical
  - Site utilities
  - Fire protection
- Analysis/description of conceptual design solutions
  - Design objectives
  - Environmental determinants
  - Site utilities
  - Land forms
  - Site lighting
  - Pest management
  - Irrigation system
  - Lawns and plantings based on programming
  - Grading
  - Physical site characteristics
  - Impact of building on site
  - Impact of site on building
- Site safety plan
  - Fire protection
  - Hazardous material handling
- Concept plan for drainage and grading
- Demolition requirements
  - Pest management
- Alternative materials, systems, and equipment
  - Site utilities
  - Fire protection
  - Paving
  - Other

5.A.3.2 Architectural

All architectural documentation will:
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from predesign phase

5.A.3.2.a Plans

Conceptual design plan
Floor plan of each level
- Area names
- Capacity information (number of beds, seating, etc.)
- Departmental assignments
- Floor elevations
- Lightwells
- Mechanical areas
- Multilevel spaces
- Partition locations
- Planning grid
- Preliminary equipment and description
- Public areas
- Relative wall thickness
- Room names
- Security features
- Service areas
- Skylights
- Vertical transportation
Fire protection and egress plan
- List features required by BOCA
- List features required by NFPA Standard 101
- Fire protection analysis
- Fire areas
- Fire walls
- Smoke zones
- Travel distances
- Areas of refuge
Proposed lab module plan
- Basic layout
- Relation to structure

5.A.3.2.b Interiors

Interior space allocation and utilization plan
- Preliminary furniture and equipment
- Indicate major materials and systems
- Outline of finishes

5.A.3.2.c Exterior

Building exterior elevations
- Indicate surface materials for all areas
- Finish grades
- Major floor elevations above and below grade
- Significant site features (plantings, water, hills, berms, etc.)
- Exposed mechanical and electrical equipment
- Sketch elevations or perspectives of buildings
- Description of various design features

5.A.3.2.d Sections

Building section
- Relative thickness of floors
- Relative thickness of walls
- Major floor elevations
- Finish grades
- Major room names
- Important site easements
- Significant mechanical and electrical equipment
- Relationship to site contours
- Above-ceiling zoning analysis

5.A.3.2.e Reports

Basis for Design report
Architectural program
Area analysis
Gross area tabulations
- Area tabulations for net and gross design areas by floor
- Space tabulation of net and gross by room
- Review and verify area calculation guideline functions
- Comparison of areas and POR
Outline specification
Alternative materials, systems, and equipment

5.A.3.3 Structural

All structural documentation will:
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from predesign phase
Conceptual design
- Overall structural
- Foundation design
- Systems outlines

5.A.3.3.a Plans

Structural schematic floor plans
- Indicate major bracing locations
- Locate typical bay
- Indicate structural framing systems
Development of alternatives

5.A.3.3.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Existing conditions
  - Structural systems
  - Underlying soil-bearing capacities
  - Seismic design criteria
Windloading
- Vibration requirements and analysis
- Summary of structural systems requirements
  - Fire-resistive construction requirements
- Analysis for materials and systems
- Development of conceptual design solutions

5.A.3.4 Mechanical

All mechanical documentation will:
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from predesign phase

5.A.3.4.a HVAC Plans

Locate existing mechanical HVAC equipment
Lay out major components
Verify locations of mechanical rooms with architectural plans
Verify locations of vertical shafts with architectural plans
Identify connections to major utilities
Steam
- Chilled water
- Natural gas
Indicate existing intakes and exhausts relationships to:
- loading docks
- kitchen
- emergency generator
- other

5.A.3.4.b Reports

Basis for Design report
Outside air temperature
Requirements for HVAC services
- Special requirements
Fume hood
Overall HVAC system concepts
- Energy recovery systems
- Preliminary energy budget
- Life-cycle cost analysis
- Analysis of conceptual design solutions
Energy source
- Alternative materials, systems, and equipment

5.A.3.5 Plumbing

5.A.3.5.a Plans

Locate existing plumbing equipment
Lay out major components
Verify locations of vertical shafts with architectural plans
Identify connections to major utilities
Steam
- Chilled water
- Natural gas
- Water
- Special water (deionized)
- Sewer
- Specialty gases (systems or tanks)
- Vacuum
- Compressed air

5.A.3.5.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Present conditions
- Requirements for plumbing services
- Special requirements
Radioactive waste
- Overall plumbing system concepts
- Analysis of conceptual design solutions
- Alternative materials, systems, and equipment

5.A.3.6 Fire Protection

5.A.3.6.a Plans

Locate existing fire protection equipment or systems
Lay out major components

5.A.3.6.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Present conditions
- Requirements for fire protection
- Overall system concepts
- Analysis of conceptual design solutions
- Alternative materials, systems, and equipment
- Calculation of the existing water supply
- Calculation of the required water supply
- Hydrostatic flow test
- Preliminary sprinkler water supply calculations
- Schematic plans with overall fire protection concepts
- Special fire suppression systems
Descriptions
Integrated fire alarm and security system
Alternative materials, systems, and equipment
Protection analysis report for each alternative

5.A.3.7 Electrical and Communications

All electrical documentation will:
- Be coordinated with other disciplines
- Address all remarks from predesign phase

5.A.3.7.a Plans

Locate existing connections to:
- Power
  - Primary voltage
  - Primary voltage transformation
  - Secondary distribution
  - Illumination
  - Emergency and UPS systems
  - Special grounding
- Communications
  - Shielding
  - Internal communication systems
  - Telephone system
  - Data and LAN systems
  - Television system
- Safety
  - Fire detection systems
  - Security systems
  - Equipment and alarm systems
- Other
  - Regulated clock systems
  - Special electrical systems
Layout of major components of existing system
- Power
- Communications
- Safety
- Other
Layout of major components for proposed systems
- Power
- Communications
- Safety
- Other
Single line indication of major feeder routes
Indicate general space requirements
Verify locations of electrical rooms with architectural plans
Verify locations of vertical shafts with architectural plans

5.A.3.7.b Reports

Basis for Design report
Calculations of existing size and available capacity
- Power
  - Primary voltage
  - Primary voltage transformation
  - Secondary distribution
  - Illumination
  - Emergency and UPS systems
  - Special grounding
- Communications
  - Shielding
  - Internal communication systems
  - Telephone system
  - Data and LAN systems
  - Television system
- Safety
  - Fire detection systems
  - Security systems
  - Equipment and alarm systems
- Other
  - Regulated clock systems
  - Special electric systems
Existing conditions and systems
Electrical plant analysis
Description of primary service available
Overall electrical system concept
Analysis of conceptual design solutions
Systems outline proposed
Life safety equipment load
Description of emergency power system
Energy budget
Proposed annual usage
- Maximum design loads
- Test for compliance with all applicable energy codes

5.A.3.8 Summary

All reports and documentation will:
- Be coordinated with similar activities in each discipline
- Address all remarks from predesign phase

5.A.3.8.a Code

Code analysis
- Define building type
- Define use category

5.A.3.8.b Costs

Cost analysis
- Preliminary cost base on a systems cost estimate
- Preliminary cost based on general square meter cost
- Cost estimates based on engineering systems
- Preliminary cost comparison for each alternative

5.A.3.8.c Review

Review NIH Guidelines and POR for compliance
Respond in writing to all Predesign comments
Submit all documents for review
Attend review meetings as necessary to answer questions
Ensure compliance with environmental review (NEPA) Requirements

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5.A.4 Design Development Phase Submission 35%

5.A.4.1 Site/Landscape

All Site documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 35% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Schematic Design 15% phase

5.A.4.1.a Plans

Vicinity Plan
Existing Site Plan
Major landscaping
- Site features and conditions
- Paved surfaces
- Structures
- Other elements
Proposed site plan
- Existing site information
- Building footprint
  - Spot elevations
- Key design elements
- Major landscaping
- Utility lines
- Concept plan for drainage and grading
Vehicular access routes
Pedestrian access routes
- Parking
Handicapped
- Motorcycle
- Bicycle
- Striping
- Overall dimensions
Walks
- Overall dimensions
Curbs
- Curb cuts
- Dimensions
Service areas
- Proposed contours
- Construction marshalling information
Location for excavated material
- Limits of work
- Indication of future surrounding improvements
- Indication of artwork
- Location of signage
- Security measures
Closed-circuit TV
Preliminary landscape details
Demolition plan
Erosion control measures
- Preliminary demolition and removal
Alternate schemes

5.A.4.1.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Establishment final scope
  - Relationships
  - Form
  - Size
  - Appearance
Utilities statement: companies, agencies, individual contacts
- Analysis/description of conceptual design solutions
- Site safety plan
- Stormwater management report
- Erosion/sediment control report
- Concept plan for drainage and grading
- Demolition requirements
- Alternative materials, systems, and equipment
Development of outline specification and material list

5.A.4.2 Architectural

All architectural documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 35% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Schematic Design 15% phase

5.A.4.2.a Plans

Floor plans of each level
- Identification of existing and new construction
- Double line plans with precise wall thickness
- All programmed rooms
- Equipment rooms
- Signal rooms
- Electrical rooms
- Telephone closets
- Mechanical rooms
- Shafts
- Circulation corridors
- Stairs
- Ladders
- Elevators
Number
Automatic conveyances
- Room names
- Department or area names
- Planning grid
- Structural grid
- Floor elevations
- Equipment
- Furnishings and other space-defining elements
- Multilevel spaces
- Skylights
- Lightwells
- Significant mechanical equipment
- Significant electrical equipment
- Capacity information (number of beds, seating, etc.)
- Overall dimensions
- Plan and layout of typical or repetitive spaces
- Fire protection
Fire walls
Roof plan
Major roof elements
Reflected ceiling plan
- Areas of special interest
- Major components
Fire protection egress plan
Proposed lab module

5.A.4.2.b Interiors

Interior space allocation and utilization plan
- Establish the final scope relative to interior construction
  - Special interior design features
  - Furniture
  - Furnishings
  - Equipment selections
  - Materials
  - Finishes
  - Colors
  - Artwor

5.A.4.2.c Exterior Elevations

Building exterior elevations
- Indicate all surface materials for all areas
- Significant site features
Major planting
- Bodies of water
- Hills, earth berms

5.A.4.2.d Interior Elevations

Building interior elevations
- Typical spaces
- Major spaces
- Areas of special interest
- Areas of special complexity

5.A.4.2.e Sections and Details

Building sections
- Set floor-to-floor dimensions
- Establish floor elevations
- Set interstitial space dimensions
Construction details
- Typical wall sections
  - At window
  - At solid wall
  - At parapets and roofs
  - At finished grades and footings
Construction sections
- Typical stairways
- Typical elevator shaft and machine room
- Utility coordination cross-sections

5.A.4.2.f Reports

Basis for Design report
Area analysis
Outline specification
- Materials lists
Alternative materials, systems, and equipment

5.A.4.3 Structural

All reports and other documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in each discipline
- Address all remarks from the Schematic Design 15% phase

5.A.4.3.a Plans

Conceptual design
Structural floor plans, each level
Fixed column reference lines
- Basic structural system and dimensions
- Bearing walls
- Major bracing locations
- Indicate typical bay
- Preliminary sizing of major components
- Columns
- All framing members identified
Girders
- Indicate structural framing systems
Structural foundation plans
- Footings
- Foundation walls
- Grade beams
Details
- Foundation details
- Typical framing details
- Subdrainage
- Waterproofing
- Dampproofing

5.A.4.3.b Reports

Basis for Design report
Development of alternatives
Foundation design criteria
- Coordination with piping systems that require support
- Laboratory vibration analysis
- Final structural design criteria
- Comparative cost analysis of at least two structural systems
Critical coordination clearances
Outline specifications or materials list
Column schedules

5.A.4.4 Mechanical

All Mechanical documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 35% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Schematic Design 15% phase

5.A.4.4.a Plans

Conceptual design
Mechanical plan drawings
Block layouts of mechanical spaces
- Indicate existing equipment
- Layout of major components in equipment rooms
- Approximate equipment sizes and capacities
- Required space for equipment
- Required chases and clearances
- Acoustical and vibration control
- Visual impacts
- Single line presentation of ductwork systems
- Single line HVAC piping mains
- BAS controls
- Energy conservation measures
- Shafts
Laboratory planning modules
Development of outline specifications
- List manufacturers of equipment

5.A.4.4.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Plant analysis
- Design intent and scope of systems
- Systems outline for proposed project
  - Heating source
  - Refrigeration source
  - HVAC systems
  - Energy conservation
Block load calculations for space cooling and heating
- Energy analysis for at least three HVAC systems
- Energy recovery analysis
- Energy conservation analysis
- Connected load requirements
- Wind analysis and laboratory exhaust plume

5.A.4.5 Plumbing

5.A.4.5.a Plans

Plan drawings
- Location of existing plumbing equipment
- Layout of major components
- Plumbing fixtures
- Distribution layouts
- Utilities
- Piped gas systems
- Hot water
- Water softening
- Plumbing piping mains
- Drainage piping mains
- Shafts
- Plumbing specialties
- Pipe materials

5.A.4.5.b Reports

Basis for Design report
Coordination with structural for support of piping
Development of outline specifications
List manufacturers of equipment
- Specify manufacturers of equipment

5.A.4.6 Fire Protection

5.A.4.6.a Plans

Plan drawings
- Existing systems
- New fire protection mains
- Preliminary equipment layouts
- Required space for equipment
- Block layouts for fire protection system

5.A.4.6.b Reports

Basis for Design report
Development of outline specifications
List manufacturers of equipment
- Approximate sizes and capacities of major components

5.A.4.7 Electrical and Communications

All Electrical documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 35% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Schematic Design 15% phase
Conceptual design

5.A.4.7.a Plans

Scaled electrical plans
- Scaled one-line diagrams of proposed electrical system
  - High-voltage circuitry or transformation required
  - Emergency power
  - Fire alarm
  - Layout of major components in all electrical equipment rooms
  - Preliminary sizes of major components
  - Emergency/UPS
  - High-voltage systems
  - Primary transformers
  - Emergency generator
- Identify special features
  - Telephone connections
  - Data connections
  - LAN locations and MIS provisions
  - Underfloor raceways
  - Occupancy sensors
  - Power outlets
  - Exit lights
  - Fire alarm
  - Signal system devices
Tentative layouts of components where space is critical
Ceiling plans
Location of lighting fixtures
- Type of lighting fixtures
Laboratory planning module
Electrical site plan details
- Initial distribution diagram for power
- Telephone
- Signal systems
Preliminary details for site electrical work

5.A.4.7.b Reports

Basis for Design report
- Electrical plant analysis
- Criteria for lighting
- Criteria for electrical system
- Criteria for communications systems
- Building automation concept
- Systems outline with manufacturers and types of systems
Establishment of the final scope
Overall building connected load requirements
Agreement from each utility company or agency on design development drawings
Development of outline specifications or materials lists

5.A.4.8 Summary

All reports and documentation will:
- Be coordinated with similar activities in each discipline
- Address all remarks from Schematic Design 15% phase

5.A.4.8.a Code

Code analysis
- Outline of design conformance with regulatory agencies
- Outline of applicable codes
- Building classification
- Zoning category
- Construction type

5.A.4.8.b Reports

Design reports
- Basis for design with revisions from schematic phase
- Outline of program
- Design description narrative
- Design concepts and objectives
- Tabulation of net and gross areas
- Growth potential
- Alternate schemes

5.A.4.8.c Energy

Building envelope analysis
- Recommendations for overall building envelope
- Review of thermal vapor flow and moisture
- Recommendation for vapor barriers
- Recommendation for vapor isolation
Energy study
- Alternate methods of energy conservation
  - Associated advantages
  - Associated disadvantages
  - Payback calculations
  - Utility company rebates
- Alternate methods of energy recovery
  - Associated advantages
  - Associated disadvantages
  - Payback calculations
  - Utility company rebates
Asbestos report
Wind analysis and exhaust plume study
Vertical transportation recommendations
- Elevators
  - Number
  - Type
  - Size
  - Weight capacity
  - Speed
  - Arrangement
- Other requirements
Fire protection narrative
- Strategy for meeting life safety codes
- List any upgrade requirements to achieve fire protection policy

5.A.4.8.d Costs

Cost analysis
- Cost estimate
  - Approximate quantities
  - Itemized breakdown
  - Identification of potential items for value engineering
- Budget outline
  - Construction cost
  - Owner’s cost
  - Project cost
  - Total Cost
  - Equipment included in budget
  - Equipment by owner

5.A.4.8.e Specifications

General and supplemental conditions of contract
Outline of specifications or itemized list with criteria and quality standards
- Significant architectural materials
- Engineering systems
- Equipment
Outline of project specifications in marked-up form
Request for and justification of proprietary items

5.A.4.8.f Schedules

Construction schedule in bar chart form
Project schedule diagram with phases of development

5.A.4.8.g Calculations

Design calculations
- Structural
  - Preliminary structural calculations
  - Calculations for support of hydronic and hydraulic piping
- HVAC
  - Indoor design conditions U-valve calculations
  - Outdoor design conditions U-valve calculations
  - Theoretical water vapor migration
  - Dew point and condensation potential
  - Ductwork sizing in plenums and shafts
  - Cooling loads
  - Heating loads
- Plumbing
  - Plumbing calculations
  - Pump sizing
  - Tank sizing
- Fire protection
  - Sprinkler calculations
  - Fire alarm requirements
- Electrical
Presentation
- Study sketches
- Preliminary perspectives
- Rendered perspective
- Models
Study models

5.A.4.8.h Review

Ensure compliance with the NIH guidelines
Review and approve general architectural materials
Respond in writing to all schematic design materials
Submit all documents for review
Attend review meetings as necessary to answer questions

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5.A.5 Construction Document Phase Submission 70%

5.A.5.1 Site/Landscape

All Site documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Design Development 35% phase

5.A.5.1.a Plans

Vicinity plan
Existing site plan
Proposed site plan
Existing site information
- Dimension major site features
- Building footprint
Grade elevations at each building corner
Key design elements
- Major landscaping
- Utility lines
- Concept plan for drainage and grading
- Vehicular access routes
  - Profile and alignment of all new roads
- Pedestrian access routes
- Parking
All striping
- Walks
  - Dimensions
  - Paving joints
- Curbs
  - Dimensions
- Service areas
  - Dimensions
- Staking plan
- Proposed contours
  - Grading at all altered areas
- Construction marshalling information
  - Locate and outline
  - Locate temporary utility hookup
- Indications of phasing
  - Limits of work
  - Indication of future surrounding improvements
  - Indication of artwork
  - Location of signage
    - Location(s) of construction sign
  - Security measures
- Planting plan
  - Location of all trees, shrubs, and lawns
  - Complete planting list
  - Planting details
- Preliminary landscape details
- Demolition plan
- Utility plot plan
- Existing utilities and their connections
  - Proposed trunk sewers
  - Water distribution loop
  - Gas distribution mains
  - Location arrangement of water treatment equipment
- Alternate schemes

5.A.5.1.b Reports

Site construction document design report
- Establishment of final scope
- Utilities statement: companies, agencies, individual contacts
- Analysis/description of conceptual design solutions
- Coordination with NIH Utilities Master Plan
Verify location, sizing, and timing of all required interfaces
Site safety plan
- Stormwater management report
- Erosion/sediment control report
- Review planting plan against master plan
- Concept plan for drainage and grading
- Demolition requirements
- Alternative materials, systems, and equipment
Develop specification and material list

5.A.5.2 Architectural

All Architectural documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Design Development 35% phase
Entire project site on one sheet for reference
General notes
Reference and coordination symbols
Enlarged plan bubbles
- Section indications
- Exterior elevation keys
- Interior elevation keys
- Wall type indications
All dimensions
- Overall
- Column grid
- Locating dimensions
Partitions

5.A.5.2.a Plans

Floor plans of each level
- All room names
- Room numbers
- Accurate door size, and swings
- Safety and protective elements
Fire extinguishers
Fixed equipment
- Portable equipment
- Plumbing fixtures placed and identified
Sinks
- Construction dimension
Roof plan
- Materials
- Elevations
- Slopes
- Drains
- Other penetrations
- Window-washing system
Davits
Reflected ceiling plans
- Suspended ceiling grids
- Lighting fixtures
- Diffusers
- Registers
- Sprinkler heads
- Ceiling-mounted equipment
- Exit signs
- Equipment
- Wall-mounted items
- Shelving and special features
Enlarged plans
- Special spaces
- Stairs
Interior elevations
Coordination utility cross-section at a minimum 12.5 mm scale
Corridors
- Mechanical rooms
- Utility placements
Utility discipline zones
- Coordination with existing structural
- Coordination with new structural
Vertical circulation
Dimensional locations

5.A.5.2.b Reports

Architectural report
- Upgrade basis of design

5.A.5.3 Structural

All Structural documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Design Development 35% phase
Conceptual design

5.A.5.3.a Plans

Structural floor plans for each level and roof
- Final column reference lines
- Structural system dimensions
- Size bearing walls
- Major bracing locations
Bracing type
- Sizing of major components
- Column sizes
- All framing members sized
Girders
- Slabs
Structural foundation plans
- Size of caissons
- Size of footings
- Size of foundation walls
- Size of grade beams
Structural notes
Critical coordination clearances
Sections and details
Column schedules
Details
- Reinforcing
  - Size
  - Spacing
  - Elevation of reinforcing
  - Type
  - Depths
Dimensioned foundation details
- Large openings
- Nonstandard beam to column framing
- Concrete stairs
- Exterior wall construction
- Window wash supports
- Anchors and ties
- Elevator shaft details
- Vibration isolation details
- Large mechanical equipment and anchorage
- Typical framing details
- Standard structural steel connections
- Sump pump systems
- Reference to appropriate schedules
Correlation with architectural and mechanical features
Specifications

5.A.5.3.b Reports

Structural report
- Final structural system
- Design codes
- Identification of design stresses
- Allowable foundation bearing capacity
- Compaction requirements
Special condition
- Shoring/underpinning of adjacent structures
Schedules
- Slabs
- Beams
- Columns

5.A.5.4 Mechanical

All mechanical documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Design Development 35% phase

5.A.5.4.a Plans

Conceptual design
Mechanical plan drawings
- Legend
- Plan showing ducts
  - Double line drawing of ducts >150 mm
  - Single line drawing of ducts =150 mm
- Indicate size of ducts
- Indicate insulation/moisture prevention
- Fire dampers
- Smoke dampers
- Balancing dampers
- Location of all equipment
- Indicate smoke detectors
  - Within ducts
  - In air-handling units
- Special or complex ductwork

5.A.5.4.b Sections

Drawing sections
- Through equipment rooms
- Typical ductwork

5.A.5.4.c Details

Details of unique conditions
Control diagrams with legend and operating description
- Air conditioning systems
- Exhaust systems
- Refrigerator systems

5.A.5.4.d Schedules

Equipment schedules
- Air conditioning
- Ventilation units
- Refrigeration elements
- Cooling towers
- Fans
- Pumps

5.A.5.4.e Reports

Design report
- Sizing calculations for ducts
- Combustion air supply calculations
  - Boiler plants
  - Ventilation system
  - Heating system
- Calculations for fan pressures and pump heads
- Calculations for required sound attenuation of major fans

5.A.5.5 Plumbing

5.A.5.5.a Plans

Plumbing system plan drawings
- Create legends
- Show location and size of equipment
  - Pumps
  - Tanks
- Locate piping
  - Double line drawing and piping >150 mm
  - Single line drawing and piping =150 mm
- Indicate size of pipes
- Indicate insulation/moisture prevention
- Indicate piping system
Chilled water
- Walk-in coolers, freezers, cold rooms
  - Refrigeration systems
  - Schematic piping
  - Wiring diagrams
  - Automatic controls
Plot plan for outside of building underground distribution
- Therapeutic pool equipment
- Blowers
Riser diagrams

5.A.5.5.b Details

Detailing
- Unique conditions
- Vibration isolation engineering
One line flow and control diagrams
- Chilled water
- Condenser water
- Hot water
- Steam piping (including low quantities)
- Air conditioning steam
Schedules

5.A.5.5.c Reports

Design report
- Equipment selections based on manufacturer’s catalog data
- Sizing calculations
  - Piping mains and principal branches
  - Boiler
  - Condensate tank
  - Feedwater heater capacities
  - Feedwater storage capacity
- Capacity, discharge pressure, and net positive suction pressure
  - Condensate transfer pumps
  - Boiler feedwater pumps
  - Pressure-reducing valves
  - Safety valves
  - Oil tanks and pumps
  - Gas systems
  - Blow-down systems

5.A.5.6 Fire Protection

5.A.5.6.a Plans

Plan drawings
- Create legends
- Indicate existing systems
- Show location and size of equipment
- Locate piping
- Indicate size of pipes
- Equipment layouts
Ceiling plan drawings
- Sprinkler locations

5.A.5.6.b Specifications

List manufacturers of equipment
Sizes and capacities of major components

5.A.5.6.c Reports

Fire Protection Design Report
- Update Basis of Design

5.A.5.7 Electrical and Communications

All Electrical documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Design Development 35% phase
Conceptual design

5.A.5.7.a Plans

Plan drawings indicating location of:
- Transformer vaults
- Padmount transformer location
- Auxiliary power system connection
- Engine generator sets
- Unit substations
- Other major equipment
Floor plans
- Room numbers
- Room titles
- Area functions
- Lighting fixtures
- Outlets for power
- Layouts for special systems
Scaled ceiling plans for each space
Plot plan with primary feeder location showing access to the project
One line riser diagram of electrical distribution
One line riser diagram of auxiliary power distribution

5.A.5.7.b Diagrams

Riser diagrams for:
- Fire alarm
- Nurse call
- Telephone
- Paging
- Television
- All low-voltage systems

5.A.5.7.c Reports

Electrical design report
- Electrical plant analysis
- Lighting calculations
- Load calculations
- Description of short-circuit method
- Voltage drop calculations
Specifications

5.A.5.8 Summary

All reports and other documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 70% complete
- Be coordinated with similar activities in each discipline
- Address all remarks from the Design Development 35% phase
Review energy study
Revise Basis of Design report
Vertical transportation
- Required capacity
- Speed and control system
- Physical space requirements
  - Hoistway enclosure
  - Pits
  - Cabs
  - Machine rooms
  - Entrances

5.A.5.8.a Cost

Cost
Revision of cost estimate
Revision of cost outline
Quantity takeoff
Labor cost by trade and specifications section
Material cost by trade and specifications section

Revised specifications
Equipment
- Use of owner-furnished material/equipment
- Special manufacturing requirements
- Delivery requirements
- Storage requirements
- Manufacturer’s plans and details for installation

5.A.5.8.b Schedule

Construction schedule
- Bar chart
- Narrative report
  - Long lead items
  - Delivery times
  - Scheduling instructions
  - Phasing instructions
  - Optimum construction efficiency
Design schedule
Occupancy schedule
Calculations
- Design calculations for all disciplines
Presentation
- Revised renderings
- Revised models

5.A.5.8.c Review

Review and approval of architectural materials
Review and approval of architectural material details
- Openings
- Windows
- Doors
- Penetrations
- Walls
- Copings
- Roofing system
- Water proofing
- Caulking
- Flashing
Respond in writing to all comments from Design Development 35% phase
Submit all documents for review
Attend review meetings as necessary to answer questions

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5.A.6 Construction Document Phase Submission 95%

5.A.6.1 Site/Landscape

All Site documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 95% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Construction Document 70% phase

5.A.6.1.a Plans

Vicinity Plan
Existing Site Plan
Proposed Site Plan
- Existing site information
- Dimension major site features
- Building footprint
- Key design elements
- Major landscaping
- Utility lines
- Concept plan for drainage and grading
- Vehicular access routes
- Pedestrian access routes
- Parking
- Walks
- Curbs
- Service areas
- Staking plan
- Proposed contours
- Construction marshalling information
- Indications of phasing
- Limits of work
- Indication of future surrounding improvements
- Indicate artwork
- Locate signage
- Security measures
Planting plan
- Location of all trees, shrubs, and lawns
- Complete planting list
- Planting details
Landscape details
Demolition plan
Utility plot plan
- Existing utilities and their connections
- Proposed trunk sewers
- Water distribution loop
- Gas distribution mains
- Location arrangement of water treatment equipment
Alternate schemes
Specifications and material list
- Supporting documentation

5.A.6.1.b Reports

Site Construction Document Design Report
- Update Basis of Design

5.A.6.2 Architectural

All Architectural documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 95% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Construction Document 70% phase
Entire project site on one sheet for reference

5.A.6.2.a Plans

Floor plans of each level
- Indication of art work
- Signage location
- Interior planting
Roof plan
Reflected ceiling plans
Floor covering plan
- Material type
- Graphics
- Patterns
Enlarged plans
Fire protection egress plan
Lab modules

5.A.6.2.b Interiors

Interior space allocation and utilization plan
Interior elevations
- Signage location
Exterior elevations
Signage location
Building sections
Construction details
- Any unique condition not previously covered
Installation plans
- Furniture
- Equipment
Color and finish boards with physical samples
List of new and reused items
- Number
- Cross-referenced to details
- Cross-referenced to specifications

5.A.6.2.c Reports

Architectural Design report
- Update Basis of Design

5.A.6.3 Structural

All Structural documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 95% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Construction Document 70% phase
Conceptual design

5.A.6.3.a Plans

Structural floor plans for each level and roof
- Column reference lines
- Final dimensions
- All bracing
- Sizing of all components
- Special provisions for installation or removal of equipment
Structural foundation plans
- Locate grades
- Locate cleanout manholes
- Locate trenches
- Locate area wells
- Locate and dimension all elevator pits
- Locate elevation of bottom of footing
- Indicate concrete member
  - Dimensions
  - Size
  - Spacing
  - Reinforcing
- Locate finished and unfinished spaces
- Pipe sleeves through footings
- Pipe sleeves through below grade walls
- Caissons
  - Bottom elevation
  - Bell size
- Elevations
- Top of slab elevations
- Top of steel elevations

5.A.6.3.b Details

Sections and details
Critical coordination clearances
Details
Clarification of lengths or arrangement of reinforcement
- Any condition not previously addressed
Schedules
Schedule for reinforcing bar
Column schedule
Structural notes
Correlation with architectural and mechanical features
Specifications

5.A.6.3.c Reports

Structural report
- Completed computations
- Special condition
- General note
- Boring logs
- Girder diagrams
Live loads

5.A.6.4 Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection

All Mechanical documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 95% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Construction Documentation 70% phase
Conceptual design

5.A.6.4.a Plans

Complete construction documents for HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
- Symbols legend sheet
- Plans
- Elevations
- Sections
- Notes
- Details
- Riser diagrams
- Schedules
- Control diagrams
- Specifications
- Completed calculations
Sanitary
- Invert elevations for sewage system
- Legends
- Notes
- Details
- Site plan
- Sized equipment
- Profiles greater than 60 m
  - Original grade
  - Finished grade
  - Manholes
  - Inlets
  - Pipe size
  - Road and walk crossings
  - Elevations of other pertinent utilities

5.A.6.4.b Reports

Mechanical design report
- Update Basis of Design

5.A.6.5 Electrical and Communications

All Electrical documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 95% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in other disciplines
- Address all remarks from Construction Documentation 70% phase

5.A.6.5.a Drawings

Conceptual design
Floor plans
Ceiling plans
Plot plan
Electrical distribution plan
Riser diagrams
One line diagrams with size and fault currents
- For all switchgear
- For all switchboards
- For all panel boards
- Feeder sizes
- Transformer sizes

5.A.6.5.b Reports

Electrical design report
- Update Basis of Design
Specifications

5.A.6.6 Summary

All reports and other documentation will:
- Be a minimum of 95% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in each discipline
- Address all remarks from the Construction Document 70% phase
Basis of Design report
Cost estimates
Specifications
Schedules
All design calculations
Presentation
Finished rendering
- Final model
Reviews
Respond in writing to all 70% of Construction Document comments
Submit all documents for review
Attend review meetings as necessary to answer questions

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5.A.7 Construction Document Phase Final Submission 100%

5.A.7.1 Final Submission

All reports and other documentation will:
- Be 100% completed
- Be coordinated with similar activities in each discipline
Final Basis of Design report for all disciplines
Final cost estimates
Final specifications
Drawings (sealed by registered architect, landscape architect, and professional engineers responsible for the design)
Final schedules
Final design calculations
Presentation
Finished rendering
- Final model
Reviews
Respond in writing to all 95% of Construction Document Phase comments
Submit all documents for review
Attend review meetings as necessary to answer questions
Final deliverable
Mylar set of working drawings
Electronic copy of CADD Drawings
Electronic copy of specifications
Assistance to the government in preparation of:
Invitation for bids, or other solicitation method
Phasing or commissioning requirements

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5.B Project-Specific Request for Variance Form

The following standard form shall be used to request project-specific variances to the NIH Design Policy and Guidelines. Variances shall be submitted electronically by the Project Officer.

Click here to view/download Variance Form [doc]

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5.C Animal Research Facility Planning List

The following is an alphabetical list of items to consider when planning and programming a new animal research facility or a renovation to an existing facility. This list is not meant to be all-inclusive.

ABSL-2, ABSL-3, ABSL-4
Acoustics/noise
Adjacencies
Administrative space
Airlocks
Alarms (visual or audible)
Anesthesia scavenger system
Animal holding (large and small)
Animal procedures
Animal receiving
Aquatics (fish, amphibians, urchins, etc.)
Autoclaves (pass-through, benchtop, steam cleanliness)
Automatic water system
Barrier suites
Behavioral studies
Biological safety cabinet (BSC) location
Cagewash
Circulation
Clinical pathology/laboratory diagnostics
Compressed gases
Conference rooms
Corridor width
Decontamination at animal receiving
Doors (height, width, closures, frames)
Downdraft or necropsy tables
Equipment
Elevator locations
Emergency backup power
Finishes
Floors
Holding room size
Imaging
Information technology (systems and connections)
Isolation cubicles
Janitor rooms
Lighting control
Laundry
Loading dock-dedicated to animal receiving
Materials management
Medical pathologic waste (MPW)
Mechanical space
Moisture testing
Natural light
Operating rooms
Pest management
Pharmacy
Pressurization for rooms and suites
Quarantine
Rack and cage systems
Radiation safety
Radiology suite
Redundancy of systems
Record-keeping and record storage
Room cleaning and sanitation
Signage
Security system and implementation
Special feed preparation/kitchen
Staff lockers
Storage
Surgical suite
Traffic patterns
Training rooms
Transgenic suite (holding and procedure)
Vacuum systems
Vibration stability
Wall protection
Water purification systems

5.D Lease Facilities Guidelines Checklist

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE CHECKLIST

5.D.1 Purpose

To apply the NIH Design Policy and Guideline (DPG) and the waiver checklist to leased facility projects.

5.D.2 Background

Leased facility project experience has shown that some DPG requirements don’t apply to lease facilities. This procedure is to verify that project teams correctly apply the DPG to leased facilities.

5.D.3 Scope or Content

The procedure contains a checklist for each major design discipline to use in applying the DPG to leased facilities. For security requirements only, instead of a waiver checklist, a separate guideline was written for lease facilities. These NIH Guidelines comply with the ISC Security Standards for Leased Space which where developed to provide a distinct set of standards specifically for leased locations mandated by HHS.

5.D.4 Responsibilities

The contracting officer is responsible for verifying that the lease requires incorporation of the DPG and Lease Facility Checklist into all design and construction in the facility. The PO is responsible for verification that this is done. The PO may delegate all or part of the work to others on the project team.

5.D.5 Procedures

5.D.5.1 During the programming phase of each lease facility design and construction project, a representative of each design discipline on the project team shall review the DPG and the Leased Facility Checklist and note how and where it applies to the project. Note that instead of a checklist, a separate guideline was written for lease facilities security requirements.

5.D.5.2 Note that the Lease Facilities Checklist includes only those items that are waived. Every part of the NIH Design Policy and Guidelines not listed in the “Guide Reference” column on the table applies to all NIH projects.

5.D.5.3 Where the table shows an "x" in the "all" column, the referenced paragraph is waived for any lease project regardless of the lease duration as described in the "description column". For example, in the architectural sheet, for DPG reference D.2.3.1, lease facilities in existing buildings are not required to conform to the thermal performance of windows, exterior doors, glazed panels and skylights. Because the description states existing facilities, new facilities would need to conform unless a variance is approved. Existing facilities would not need a variance when in non-conformance. In some cases the description summarizes or copies the part that is waived.

For lines in the checklist where the "x" is in the "<=5" column, then the application is similar to that described above except that instead of waiving the requirement for all lease projects, these are only waived as described for leases that are 5 years or less. Likewise the "<=10" column are for waivers that only apply to leases with a 10 or less year duration.

5.D.5.4 The Quality Assurance Plan on each lease facility design and construction project shall include verification that the requirements of the DPG and checklist have been met. A team that has experience with NIH lease facility projects may elect to only check once during the design. A team that hasn’t done NIH work should have a more in depth plan.

5.D.6 Checklists

Mechanical Checklist
Architectural Checklist
Structural/Civil Checklist
Electrical Checklist
Plumbing Checklist
Fire Protection Checklist
Environmental Checklist

NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER CHECKLIST
ARCHITECTURAL

Instructions for use: The below checklist includes only those items that are waived. Every part of the NIH Design Policy and Guidelines not listed in the “Guide Reference” column on the table applies to all NIH projects. Where the table shows an "x" in the "all" column, the referenced paragraph is waived for any lease project regardless of the lease duration as described in the "description column". For example, in the architectural sheet, for DPG reference D.2.3.1, lease facilities in existing buildings are not required to conform to the thermal performance of windows, exterior doors, glazed panels and skylights. Because the description states existing facilities, new facilities would need to conform unless a variance is approved. Existing facilities would not need a variance when in nonconformance. In some cases the description summarizes or copies the part that is waived. For lines in the checklist where the "x" is in the "<=5" column, then the application is similar to that described above except that instead of waiving the requirement for all lease projects, these are only waived as described for leases that are 5 years or less. Likewise the "<=10" column are for waivers that only apply to leases with a 10 or less year duration.

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
CHECK BOX	<=5	<=10	All	GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
			X	D.2.3.1	Thermal Performance of Windows, Exterior Doors, Glazed Panels and Skylights - These performance standards are for new construction, existing facilities would not be able to comply.
			X	D.2.3.2.2	Operable Windows - Operable windows are allowed in nonlab/ non-animal facilities without a variance.
			X	D.2.3.3	Glazing - These performance standards are for new construction, existing facilities would not be able to comply.
			X	D.3.2	Drywall Partitions - The guideline requires 20 gauge, 3 5/8" s metal studs for wall construction. 25 gauge studs for wall construction are acceptable for office applications only.
			X	D.4.1	Finishes and Materials - Selection of finishes, materials, furniture and products are required to made from the GSA Federal Supply Schedule. (office only)
			X	D.4.4.1	Lay-in Ceiling Tile - Standard calls for all ceiling tiles to be NIH standard, many leased facilities have their own “standards.” Changing may not be cost effective.
			X	D.4.5	Window Treatments - Standard calls for use of draperies and blinds, using neutral colors as a standard, many leased facilities have their own “standards.” Changing may not be cost effective.
			X	D.4.7.1	Signage - Standard calls for complying with the NIH Interior Signage Users Manual, many leased facilities have their own “standards.” Also it calls for all interior and exterior signage to comply with ADAAG. Changing may not be cost effective and if we were only leasing a portion of a facility, it would not be practical.
			X	D.6.1	Circulation Into and Within Buildings from Loading Dock - Standard calls for elevator lobbies and corridors adjacent to the loading dock : passageways in this area to have dual-level protective bumpers, wall, corner and door guards installed.
			X	D.6.2	Doors - These performance standards are for new construction, existing facilities would not be able to comply. These standards would add a great deal to the cost and would not be practical for a short term lease. This waiver does not apply to animal facilities or fire code requirements.
			X	D.6.3	Freight Elevators - The standard calls for the entrance to freight elevators to be from the materials-handling passageway, not from the building lobby - this may not be possible in existing facilities.
			X	D. 8.3.1	Mortise Locksets and Lockset Trim - These standards are typical for NIH buildings, but are above what is typically installed in most leased spaces.

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NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER
CHECKLIST
CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
CHECK BOX	<=5	<=10	All	GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
			X	Vol 1 5.4	Metric Standards - waived for existing spaces only.
			X	Vol 4 C.3.1	Parking Lot Paving Materials
			X	Vol 4 C.3.1.1	Materials for Sidewalks, Curbs, Gutters
			X	Vol 4 C.3.2.6	Loading Dock Berths - Scissor Lifts; 1,016 Kg. Minimum load lift
			X	Vol 4 C.3.2.8	Dock Protection
			X	Vol 4 C.3.2.10	Service Ramp
			X	Vol 4 C.3.2.12	Screening; Visual
			X	Vol 4 C.3.3	Grading
			X	Vol 4 C.3.4	Landscaping
			X	Vol 4 Tabl C.3.4	Tree Types

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NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER
CHECKLIST
MECHANICAL

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
CHECK BOX	<=5	<=10	All	GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION

			X	B.5.1	For comparison of systems, the life-cycle shall be waived to 15 to 20 years for all lease applications.
			X	F.3.5.4 and F.11.4	Use of duct lining prohibited (waived for existing offices only)
	X			F.5	NIH enhanced system component identification
			X	F.6	Minimum Pipe Size requirements for Plumbing, HVAC and Fire Protection Systems
			X	F.7	Insulation - Enhanced application requirements for quality
			X	F.7.4	Insulation Material Thickness for equipment
			X	F.7.1	Material selection, size for piping insulation
			X	F.11.5	Air Plenums for air distribution not permitted at NIH (waiver for offices only)
		X		F.11.7	Fume Hood Exhaust Based on the Fume Hood density Policy of the NIH
		X		F.11.7	Select Supply and Exhaust fan motors one size larger
	X			F.11.7	Size supply and Exhaust Fans 20% greater air flow for future expansion
		X		F.11.7	Size supply and Exhaust branch air ducts for greater of the present air flow or 250 mm minimum duct diameter
			X	F.11.10	Air Handling Systems for Clinical Center Complex
			X	F.11.10	Clinical Center General Requirements
			X	F.11.10	Clinical Center Critical Use Areas
		X		F.11.11	Thermostatic Traps with no by pass trap lines (Not waived for cage wash, autoclave or other NIH maintained equipment.)
	X			F.11.11	Hazardous exhaust or special exhaust duct work shall be stainless steel
			X	F.11.19	Engine Exhaust System- residential and critical mufflers allowed at NIH due to noise concerns.
			X	F.13	PRV stations design criteria and pressure reducing valve selections
			X	F.13.3	Trap applications table for heating equipment and piping
			X	F.13.3	No by pass valve for steam trap, provide dual traps for redundancy
			X	F.14	Leaving water temperature from Chilled Water Plant
			X	F.14	All terminal coils and equipment shall be provided 2-way control valve with 16 oC leaving water temp.
			X	F.14.3	Reverse return piping arrangement for better balancing results (waived for existing building only)

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NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER
CHECKLIST
PLUMBING

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
CHECK BOX	<=5	<=10	All	GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
			X	B.5.1	For comparison of systems, the life-cycle shall be waived to 15 to 20 years for all lease applications.
		X		H.3.1.1	Modular lay out of piping system
			X	H.3.1.1	Each critical facility shall be provided with two separate water services from the campus loop
			X	H.3.1.1	Piping arrangement and valving should enable individual shut down of each lab module
			X	H.3.1.1	Double ended horizontal loop sectionalized for alteration and repairs
			X	H.3.1.1	Upfeed of fixtures above is not permitted
		X		H.3.1.1	Service run outs at regular intervals and at shafts valve and capped for future expansion and future connections for alterations.
			X	H.3.1.1	Water treatment or softeners not required at NIH
			X	H.3.2	Separate potable water loop preferred for Emergency eye wash and showers for each floor
		X		H.3.2	Domestic potable hot water system heat exchanger is 20% larger than design demand for future expansion.
		X		H.3.2.1	Pipe mains shall be sized with 20% greater than calculated design flow
		X		H.3.2.1	Water service main shall not be less than 200 mm in size at NIH
			X	H.3.2.7	Requires double fed horizontal loop with separate risers serving each end for every wing of the building floor. (waived for existing buildings only)
		X		H.4	Lab and Animal Facility waste and vent piping to be acid resistant. Enhanced installation details to ensure quality. (waived for existing buildings only)
			X	H.4.1	Two way clean out for maintenance access from outside the building.
			X	H.4.6	Clinical Center Waste Systems
			X	H.5	Waste Discharge chart
		X		H.7	Enhanced gas system installation and testing requirements for safety and quality purposes. (waived for existing facilities only.)
		X		H.7.1	Table for medical gases terminal requirements in each space for design
		X		H.7.2	Separate system from Lab air & Dental Air with 100% redundancy.
		X		H.7.2	Enhanced equipment and installation requirements for reliability and quality.
			X	H.7.8	Air distribution system for modular lab concept with valving and high pressure distribution riser and local pressure reducing station at each floor for flexibility and isolation for maintenance.
			X	H.7.9	Provide 20% excess capacity allowance for future allowance.

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NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER
CHECKLIST
FIRE PROTECTION

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
CHECK BOX	<=5	<=10	All	GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
			X	J.1.1	Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) will determine level of conformance on partial renovation projects.
			X	J.2.1	Division of Fire Marshal in AHJ only if no local authority exists.
			X	J.3	Only as required by local AHJ.
			X	J.5	Dependent upon local AHJ.
			X	J.6	Automatic extinguishing system can be used instead of 1 hour separation between boiler/furnace room and adjacent space.
			X	J.6	Reduction of shaft fire ratings in high-rise buildings with use of in-shaft sprinklers is not permitted.
			X	J.6	Main campus facilities with quantities of hazardous materials in excess of the exempt amounts identified in the IBC “Hazardous Materials”
			X	J.6	Spray-applied fireproofing shall be cementitious type or a gypsum based product only.
			X	J.7	Fire and Smoke Dampers (NFPA 90A) Fire Dampers shall be installed in locations where required by the IBC. The IBC requirements shall be modified to allow the omission of fire dampers in 1 hour-or-less fire-rated walls.
			X	J.7	Smaller modifications, renovations, and alterations (as defined in paragraph J.1.2) shall, whenever feasible, include the provision of capped-off sprinkler piping in the renovated areas to facilitate the future provision of sprinklers throughout the facility in order to implement NIH policy to provide sprinkler protection in all occupied facilities.
		X		J.7	The sprinkler pipe shall be Schedule 40 black steel or galvanized, except for installations where nonferrous materials are required. Schedule 5, Schedule 10, “lightwall” designated, or plastic sprinkler pipe is not permitted.
			X	J.7	Sprinkler system fittings shall meet the following requirements: Fittings into which sprinklers and sprinkler riser nipples are threaded shall be welded, threaded, or grooved-end type. Plainend fittings with mechanical couplings and fittings that use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe when pressure is applied are not permitted.
			X	J.7	Where pendent sprinklers are installed on exposed piping (in areas with concrete ceilings), tee and elbows to which sprinklers are connected shall have one-inch outlets and shall be provided with 25 mm (1 inch) by 12 mm (1/2 inch) hexagon reducing bushings to permit connection of 25 mm (1 inch) drop nipples in the future.
			X	J.7	All concealed sprinkler piping and sprinkler piping in the stairwells, storage rooms, mechanical rooms, and utility rooms shall be painted red enamel. All other exposed sprinkler piping (outside of the stairwells) shall be painted to match the existing ceiling and red enamel bands 0.1 m wide shall be painted at 3.0 m intervals. In aesthetically sensitive areas, exposed sprinkler piping shall be painted to match the existing ceiling without red enamel bands. Valves, inspector test assemblies, low point drains, and auxiliary drains shall be provided with red enamel bands.
			X	J.7	All new sprinkler systems shall have a central drain riser adjacent to the system riser, which shall be fully accessible to maintenance and safety personnel. With the exception of lowpoint and auxiliary drains, all new system drain risers shall be hard-piped to an approved exterior location or to a safe location inside the building which shall accept full water flow without causing property damage or a safety hazard.
			X	J.7	Quick-response type sprinklers are to be used throughout all NIH facilities, but standard-response type sprinklers shall be used in autoclave areas, electrical switchgear rooms, transformer rooms, electrical closets, freezers, cold rooms, and mechanical rooms.
			X	J.9	Wave minimum Ordinary Hazard, Group 1 requirement.
			X	J.9	Wave prohibition of sprinklers in elevator hoistways and pits.
			X	J.9.1.1	Waive wall mounted and peninsula shelving height policy.
			X	J.9.2	Waive post indicator valve requirement.
			X	J.9.3	Waive prohibition of Class II and Class III standpipe systems.
			X	J.9.3	AHJ may require valves in standpipes at intermediate levels.
			X	J.9.3	Waive prohibition of pressure reducing valves on standpipe systems.
			X	J.9.4	Fire Department Connections (NFPA’s 13 and & 14): At least one fire department connections (new building construction) shall be within 30.0 m of a fire hydrant. If any plan dimension of the building is greater than 46.0 m, then a second remote fire department connections shall be provided.
			X	J.9.5	Fire Hydrants (NFPA 24): A minimum of two hydrants shall be provided within 150 m of each building. All parts of the building exterior shall be reached by hose lays from at least one fire hydrant of not over 400 m with consideration given to accessibility and obstructions.
			X	J.10	Antifreeze systems are not permitted.
			X	J.10	Preaction suppression systems are permitted only on a case-bycase basis. Coordinate with NIH Design Policy and Guidelines Committee for selection and use.
			X	J.10	Heat trace tape is not permitted.
			X	J.10	Alternative agent suppression systems (water mist, Halon replacements) are only permitted on a case-by-case basis. Coordinate with NIH Design Policy and Guidelines Committee for selection and use.
			X	J.10.1	Commercial Cooking Fire Suppression Systems (NFPA 96): Approved fire suppression systems shall be provided below and within all commercial cooking hood systems and grease removal systems. The fuel/power controls, the exhaust fan controls, and any washdown equipment must be properly interfaced with the fire suppression system. UL listed cooking area hood assemblies must be provided. Wet chemical extinguishing systems or listed water washdown systems shall be provided. Dry chemical extinguishing systems are not permitted.
			X	J.11	Fire Pumps (NFPA 20) Only electrically driven fire pumps shall be installed and shall be connected to an emergency power system (if available, see J.20 Fire Protection Emergency Power Requirements). The fire pump shall be sized to provide the most hydraulically most demanding sprinkler system. A separate hydraulic calculation for the standpipe risers and bulk mains shall be provided to demonstrate that NFPA 14 required fire hose valve flows can be met from fire apparatus connected to the building’s Siamese connection. Assume a mobile fire apparatus supply of 1500 gpm @ 200 psi.
			X	J.12	Wave key box requirement.
			X	J.14	If the fire protective signaling system includes an automatic smoke detection system, other than smoke detection required for elevator fire protection, then an addressable multiplex fire alarm system shall be provided. When an addressable multiplex fire alarm system is modified, the architects/engineers design documents shall include system reprogramming, modification of graphic interfaces, and updating of system as-built drawings.
			X	J.14	If the facility is considered a “high-rise building” in accordance with IBC, then an addressable multiplex fire alarm system shall be provided. The addressable multiplex shall be capable of transmitting a coded signal over a positive shunt non-interfering campus-wide McCulloh Loop system. The transmitting of the coded signal shall be an integral function of the addressable multiplex panel without the use of additional systems or foreign equipment. All fire alarm codes associated with the building fire alarm system shall be acquired from the NIH Fire Prevention Section.
			X	J.14	All special purpose facilities that include animal facilities, health care occupancies, high-rise buildings, windowless structures, tunnels, and vaults shall be equipped with an addressable multiplex fire alarm system, fire department communication stations, and two-way occupant emergency communication. Upon an alarm, the fire alarm speakers are to sound a "slowwhoop" signal, at 90 to 110 dB, for four cycles, followed by a voice evacuation message. Upon completion of the voice message the slow-whoop shall resound and continue until the fire alarm control panel is reset or the "alarm silence" switch is activated. (This is not waived for animal facilities.)
			X	J.14	When voice communication systems are provided, at least two audio channels shall be provided. The audio channels shall be suitably supervised. Voice paging shall take priority over all automatic messages. The voice communication system shall be equipped with backup amplifier(s) such that the loss of any amplifier shall result in automatic switching to the backup amplifier(s). The system’s amplifier(s) shall be sized to accommodate the activation of all notification appliances. Adjustable volume levels for notification devices is required.
			X	J.14	Fire protective signaling systems shall have the following circuit supervision styles (NFPA 72): - All signaling line circuits (SLC) shall meet Style 6 requirements. - All panel-to-panel communication SLC circuits shall meet Style 7 requirements. - All initiating device circuits (IDC) shall meet Style D requirements. - All notification appliance circuits (NAC) shall meet Style Z requirements.
			X	J.14	All fire alarm wiring shall be installed in 19.05 mm (3/4-inch) minimum conduit or electrical metallic tubing (EMT). All fire alarm wiring in damp locations (fire pump and valve rooms, at flow, and tamper switches) shall be installed in liquid-tight flexible metal conduit and liquid-tight device boxes. Flexible metal conduit is limited to 1.83 m and shall be secured per National Electric Code.
		X		J.14	All concealed fire alarm conduit and conduit located in the stairwells, storage rooms, mechanical rooms, garages, and utility rooms shall be painted red enamel. All other exposed fire alarm conduit (outside of the stairwells) shall be painted to match the existing adjacent wall surface, and red enamel bands 0.10 m wide shall be painted at 3.0 m intervals. This painting requirement also applies to the pull boxes, junction boxes, mounting boxes and extensions. Red enamel bands shall not be painted on the pull boxes, junction boxes, mounting boxes, and extensions. (In the case of box covers, this waiver does not apply. Box covers must be red.)
			X	J.14	General office areas are not to be equipped with smoke detection.
			X	J.14	The fire alarm wire for 120V AC circuits shall be #12 AWG, solid copper, TFN insulation. The fire alarm wire for 24V DC (or less) circuits shall be #16 AWG, solid copper, TFN insulation or solid copper cable in strict accordance with written equipment manufacturer's requirements.
			X	J.14	All fire alarm systems shall be equipped with a 2 minute time delay, such that all "trouble" alarms are transmitted to the NIH Fire Department between 120 and 200 seconds after onset of the trouble condition occurs.
			X	J.14.1 and J.14.1.1	Waive requirement for reporting to NIH campuswide fire alarm reporting system.
			X	J.15	Waive prohibition of duce smoke detectors.
			X	J.16	Waive requirement for recessed cabinet, the prohibition on cabinet locks and the prohibition of fire extinguisher in open garage.
			X	J.18	Waive class A requirement.
			X	J.19	Waive Class 1 requirement.
			X	J.20.1	Electrical Receptacles for Fire Department Use: Provide single receptacle NEMA L5-20R, twist-lock, 125V AC receptacles at each standpipe system connection within stairwells and at 30 m intervals in the exit access corridors at each level for the operation of fire department electrical equipment in the event of an emergency. The receptacles shall be provided with a red cover plate and be suitably identified by the following lettered designation "For Fire Department Use Only."
			X	J.20.2	Prohibition of self luminous exit signs is waived.

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NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER
CHECKLIST
ELECTRICAL

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
CHECK BOX	<=5	<=10	All	GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
			X	B.5.1	For comparison of systems, the life-cycle shall be waived to 15 to 20 years for all lease applications.
				General note	Listed below are the exceptions to the NIH guideline only and use of the exception is optional. Regardless of the exceptions and any other requirements, all work must shall conform to the NEC.
			X	K.1.1	Economic analysis for selection of building voltage
			X	K.1.1	Analysis for step down transformers as large central units or as smaller distributed units
			X	K.1.1	Requirement for power system study with SKM software. (A study is still required but use of SKM software is not.)
			X	K.1.4	Submission for O&M manuals to Government if Government not performing the maintenance.
			X	K.2.1	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus is not applicable. NIH will not provide determination of service provider.
			X	K.2.2	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.3	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.4	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.5	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.6	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.7	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.8	While load figures can be used as a guide and for confirmation of calculated service sizing applicability, actual National Electrical Code [NEC] (NFPA 70) requirements for service sizing should be used since the Government is not the authority having jurisdiction. Some spare capacity is recommended to allow for anticipated changes in program function over the course of the lease term, typical of biomedical facility construction.
			X	K.2.9	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus is not applicable.
			X	K.2.10	Switchgear is not required to be metal enclosed gear with drawout circuit breakers.
			X	K.2.10	Bussing is not required to be copper, but is recommended to be copper.
			X	K.2.10	Switchgear arrangement is not required to follow NIH network system arrangement.
			X	K.2.10	Dual ground bus arrangement is not required for a non-spot network system.
			X	K.2.10	Full metering is not required, nor is any SCADA metering, monitoring or control.
			X	K.2.10	Switchboard construction would be allowed.
			X	K.2.10	Switchgear lineups do not required rail assembly or lifting hoist.
			X	K.2.10	Any specialized tools for installation, maintenance, calibration, or testing are not required to be provided to NIH, but should be provided to building owner.
			X	K.2.11	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.1	Work space clearances beyond NEC requirements.
			X	K.2.13	Ventilation, temperature and humidity requirements for electrical rooms.
			X	K.2.14	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.2.16	Testing is not an NIH requirement if the distribution system is not NIH owned.
			X	K.2.17	Wire color coding does not necessarily have to follow the NIH coding indicated, but must be consistent throughout a facility, and comply with NEC where applicable.
			X	K.2.18	Conduit size beyond NEC required minimum sizing.
			X	K.2.18	Electrical metallic tubing fittings are not required to be compression type.
			X	K.2.18	Conduit types not specific to biomedical facilities shall conform to NEC but not necessarily to guideline.
			X	K.2.19	Manhole and handhole spacing and wiring pulling requirements.
			X	K.2.21	Copper requirement for busway.
			X	K.2.22	Cable tray requirement. (The only requirement for telecommunication cabling is some type of wiring management system must be provided.)
			X	K.2.23	Circuit breakers are not required to have a dc rating for the frame series (i.e. E-frame).
			X	K.2.23	Not every panelboard is required to have a main circuit breaker.
			X	K.2.23	Copper bussing requirement.
			X	K.2.23	Full piano hinged trim requirement for panelboards 400 amperes and above.
			X	K.2.24	Closet sizing shall be such to meet NEC required minimum clearances and work space requirements.
			X	K.2.24	Panelboard locations do not have to meet NIH maximum distances for devices, so long as voltage drop following NEC requirements is accommodated.
			X	K.2.25	With the exceptions of emergency power and isolated ground receptacles, device color coding is not required to follow NIH standards.
			X	K.2.25	Information specifically related to NIH Building 10.
			X	K.2.28	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.3.1	Requirements indicated for specialty twist lock fire department receptacles is by a Montgomery County (Maryland) Executive Order, and is only required for facilities in that county.
			X	K.3.2	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.3.3	Paragraph specific to the NIH Bethesda campus.
			X	K.4	Motor voltages shall comply with available building voltages.
			X	K.4	Motor starter accessories are not required to comply with those indicated.
			X	K.4	Motor control centers are not required in lieu of grouping of individual motor starters.
			X	K.5.3	Contact with NIH senior electrical engineer is not necessary.
			X	K.5.3	Site lighting and exterior lighting types.
			X	K.5.3	Lighting pollution and cut off shielding.
			X	K.5.3	Site lighting pole tag.
			X	K.5.3	Site lighting spacing as shown is waived but design shall as a minimum follow IESNA recommendations.
			X	K.5.3	Street lighting circuits, controls and wiring.
			X	K.5.3	Parking garage lighting and control.
			X	K.5.3	Connections to lighting fixtures.
			X	K.5.3	Site lighting circuit voltages and information from NIH project officer and NIH electric shop.
			X	K.5.3	Exterior lighting control.
			X	K.5.3	Light pole maximum height.


				Vivarium Section

			X	D.7.1	While load figures can be used as a guide and for confirmation of calculated service sizing applicability, actual National Electrical Code [NEC] (NFPA 70) requirements for service sizing should be used since the Government is not the authority having jurisdiction. Some spare capacity is recommended to allow for anticipated changes in program function over the course of the lease term, typical of biomedical vivarium facility construction.
			X	D.7.5	Racking system requirement.


				Laboratory Section

			X	D.6.1	While load figures can be used as a guide and for confirmation of calculated service sizing applicability, actual National Electrical Code [NEC] (NFPA 70) requirements for service sizing should be used since the Government is not the authority having jurisdiction. Some spare capacity is recommended to allow for anticipated changes in program function over the course of the lease term, typical of biomedical laboratory facility construction.
			X	D.6.1	Surface metal raceway requirement.
			X	D.6.1	Surface metal raceway circuiting with local overcurrent protective devices.
			X	D.6.1	60A., 3 phase, 4 wire circuit minimum per laboratory.
			X	D.6.1	Number of circuits for computers and receptacles.
			X	D.6.2	20A., 120V. circuit in junction box on ceiling of each lab module.
			X	D.6.2	Any emergency powered lighting fixtures required in BSL-2 laboratories is at program discretion, unless required by Code for egress lighting. At least one lighting fixture per BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories per module is required on generator emergency power - additionally, these same fixtures are also required to be provided with a self testing emergency battery ballast to carry through the generator start time without having these areas in complete darkness.

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NIH DESIGN POLICY AND GUIDELINE LEASED FACILITY WAIVER
CHECKLIST
ENVIRONMENTAL

CHECK BOX	LEASE DURATION (YEARS)			GUIDELINE REFERENCE	DESCRIPTION
	<=5	<=10	All
			X	N.2.10.2	Leased facilities shall provide the necessary containers and collection services to meet recycling requirements of the Montgomery County Business Recycling Regulations.

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