Generator installation
Write a report of not more than 1,500 words or its equivalence on Generator installation.
Work scope
- Old Generator and Equipment Removal: Remove existing indoor generator, 400A transfer switch and all power/control conductors. Remove 4’ x 4’ air intake dampers, generator exhaust ducts and remove or weatherproof wall louvers and exhaust pipe through roof. Repair roof openings. Remove natural gas line into the building.
- New Generator Pad: Design and Construction of a concrete pad for the new generator. This will require geotechnical testing which would include soil borings and a geotechnical report.
- New Generator and Switchgear: including evaluating the existing electrical distribution system and normal power interface and identifying all of the systems to be backed up. Design and installation of the new generator with weatherproof enclosure to provide backup power to 100% of building electrical loads.
- Provide all power and control wiring for the new generator including underground routing to new outdoor generator location. The Consultant will coordinate with the utility company regarding changes to gas service.
- Equipment Tests: The design documents shall include detailed test requirements of the new equipment and systems. The Contractor and a certified testing lab shall perform operational tests of the completed installation to certify their proper operation.
- Spare Parts: A critical spare parts list shall be prepared for all appropriate items and purchased as part of this project. This shall include provisions for the manufacture/ vendor of the equipment to provide critical spare and maintenance parts as part of this project.