BSB Sprinkler Standpipe Installation

14496-02 - State University Construction Fund Managed

This project is the installation of the Basic Science Building sprinkler stand pipe system. It will replace corroded standpipes in stairwells and corridors. The project includes the installation of a new Fire Pump for the building and replacement of existing corroded sprinkler piping in the basement and sub-basement.

Where are we today:

Losardo/Leviathon Mechanical continue evening operations for installing sprinkler piping in various areas in the BSB basement and individual stair towers and continue to work on the extinguisher wall cabinets on various floors.

Project Goals:

Replace corroded standpipes in stairwells and corridors
Install new Fire Pump in basement
Replace corroded sprinkler piping in basement and sub-basement
Standpipe install in stairwells impacts emergency exits, Limit to nights, one stair at a time, signage to alternate exits, reopen stair during business hours
Pipe hanging noise (stairwells, basement, sub-basement), work performed Off-hours
Existing sprinkler head replacement in sub-basement and basement service areas only (excludes Gross Anatomy) work performed Off-hours, protection of furnishings and equipment by contractor, regular cleaning
One piping connection in Gross Anatomy at end of central aisle in ceiling (100 sf), Access from NY Ave, done during intersession and coordinated with the Departments, dust protection partition, HEPA vacuum
Open corridor wall in DCM - three 5' x 5' openings, Straight time versus off-hours to be coordinated with DCM during construction. Seal opening daily at end of shift (AAALAC)
Open corridor wall - three 5' x 5' openings on other floors work Off-hours. Seal opening daily at end of shift.

14x496-02: Sprinkler Systems Upgrade
Contractor is currently onsite surveying the Basic Science Building. Work to commence in the basement areas first.
Design Consultant:: Loring
Project cost:: $7.3 million
Design start:: February 2013
Construction start:: June 2016
Construction finish:: December 2017
Campus Project Manager:: Onyekachi Akoma
onyekachi.akoma@downstate.edu
t: 718-270-8307
m: 347-853-2969