HomeMy WebLinkAboutA14-0036 Scope of Work Letter.pdf PO Box 1073, Frisco, CO 80443
970.409.9082; fax 970.797.1898
May 7, 2014 (Revised)
Deputy Chief Mike McGee
Vail Fire and Emergency Services
2399 N. Frontage Road W.
Vail, Colorado 81657
Dear Mike,
This letter will outline a proposed plan for upgrading the fire alarm system at Vail 21. The
project will be completed in Phases. Phase 1 of this work is being conducted concurrently with a
Building Permit project. The associated fire protection and life safety scope was outlined in a
separate letter dated April 10th, attached for your reference.
The following outlines a phased approach to upgrading the fire alarm system at Vail 21. This
work is currently in design and will be documented with drawings and other submittal
information at the time of permit. The purpose of this letter is to establish the scope of work,
phases and a schedule for completion.
Phase 1: One for One replacement of existing fire alarm system
Schedule: July 1, 2014 – November 1, 2014
This phase will include a one-for-one replacement of existing fire alarm devices. The existing
fire alarm panel is a Mircom FX-2000, which is a current, addressable, UL listed fire alarm
panel. This panel may or may not be replaced depending on the chosen fire alarm contractor.
All existing detectors, pull stations, modules, horns and strobes will be replaced with new
devices. Existing conventional zones will be converted to addressable. No new functions or
devices will be added to the system outside of addressable modules as needed.
In early June, we will submit a formal fire alarm permit application which will include drawings,
calculations, wiring diagrams, a points list and equipment data sheets.
Phase 2: Installation of one smoke/heat/carbon monoxide detector per unit
Schedule: Spring/Summer, 2015
This phase will include the installation of one combination smoke/heat/carbon monoxide
detector with integral sounder into each unit. We propose to install the device approximately
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15’-20’ into the unit from the front door, which will place it centrally in the Hallway/Living
Area.
This detector will initiate a general alarm condition upon activation of the heat detector element.
Carbon monoxide detection will sound a local alarm, but call the fire department. Smoke
detection will be a local, supervisory condition only. This device will have an integral sounder
base for occupant notification, temporal 3 pattern for smoke or heat detection, and temporal 4
pattern for carbon monoxide.
Phase 3: Addition of smoke detectors to sleeping rooms in units
Schedule: Completed by end of 2016
In this phase, each unit will have smoke/heat detectors installed within the sleeping rooms.
These will be addressable, combination smoke and heat detectors with sounder bases. Activation
of the heat detector will cause a general alarm and activation of the smoke detector will initiate a
supervisory condition.
Phase 4: Ongoing maintenance of system; upgrade of commercial units as tenant finishes occur
The expected life of the new fire alarm system will be 20 -25 years. Phase 4 will be an ongoing
maintenance plan to ensure this system meets its life expectancy. Annual testing and inspections
will be performed. As commercial units are remodeled, they will be evaluated for compliance
with current fire department standards.
We believe that this plan provides a reasonable approach to upgrading the fire alarm system. At
Vail 21. Please advise if this plan is acceptable. Of course, the Vail 21 management, HOA and
Board of Directors understand the commitment made in this letter and will follow through on
future phases. Phasing will be further outlined in the upcoming permit submittal. Please let me
know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Deborah L. Shaner, PE
Fire Protection Engineer