1201.1DESCRIPTION—This work is the furnishing and installing fully functional and operational Intelligent
Transportation System ( ITS) devices. Provide furnished items to be new and utilize the most current technology. Provide subsystems that minimize the possibility that failure of any one component or module causes total subsystem failure. Failure of one component or module must not damage any other component or module. Provide device subsystems that proceed automatically to full -functional mode at the device location and at the TMC/RTMC or remote control location, without the need for human intervention, if related electrical power supply is turned on or restored. Comply with the following standards and codes as indicated and where applicable: NEMA, NTCIP, ASTM, IEC, UL, EIA, NEC, and AASHTO. Furnish ITS devices conforming to and compatible with structures contained in Publication 852 and the Standard Drawings.
1201.2MATERIAL—
For all ITS devices submit for approval, at no additional cost to the Department, catalog cuts, drawings, sources of supply, and additional submissions as follows before purchasing equipment.
accompanied by related manufacturer’s data sheets, as support materials for justifying the heating/cooling sizing choices. Use worst-case heat-load data of the energized devices for the calculations. Submit power usage calculations to support power distribution type and size.
data sheet listing the power requirement of critical components, as support materials for justifying the UPS sizing choices. Use worst-case power-load data for the calculations.
enclosure installations as shown on the Standard Drawings and as indicated. House all ITS device electronics in the ITS enclosures according to Publication 647 and as indicated in the contract documents. For pole-mounted and ground-mounted enclosures, provide all material, including mounting equipment, and a concrete pad or elevated pedestal, to meet the requirements contained in Publication 647.
listed aluminum enclosure. Furnish enclosure to provide protection from rain, sleet, snow, dripping water and corrosion. Construct complete enclosure from 0 .125-inch-thick aluminum alloy type 5052- H32 to provide strong and rigid construction. Provide enclosure with minimal dimensions of height, depth, and width necessary to accommodate all electrical equipment and wiring, plus a minimum additional 20% of excess empty space for future equipment and maintenance access. Adhere to the minimum requirements on clearances around all components and bending radii for all cables as specified by the manufacturers. Utilize weld nuts for mounting all enclosure inner panels. Provide enclosure seams that are continuous and ground smooth, solid welds made by the Heliarc or stitch welding method. Provide enclosure welds that are neatly formed and free from cracks, blowholes, and other irregularities. Where enclosures are not ground- mounted, provide welded brackets or brackets
bolted to the back of the enclosure for enclosure mounting. Where bolted bracket is used, bolt the bracket to an interior reinforcing plate fabricated of the same material as the enclosure. Fabricate mounting plates of a minimum 0.125- inch-thick aluminum. Add body stiffeners where required to prevent the enclosures from sagging or bowing. Equip enclosure with means for locking with pad lock. Furnish door handles which provide for positive latching of the door at three points as viewed if facing the door - top, bottom, and left side. Provide a pin tumbler type lock which serves to secure the door handles, thereby locking the cabinet doors. Provide two door keys with the cabinet. Coordinate key type with the Representative. Furnish door hinges and pins of 304 stainless steel conforming to ASTM A276. Provide continuous hinge mechanism along the entire side. Equip door with an adjustable doorstop to hold the door open at the angles of 90 degrees, 135 degrees, and 180 degrees with the front of the enclosure. Provide gasketing on all door openings that is permanently bonded to the metal. Cover mating surface of the gasketing with a silicone lubricant to prevent sticking to the mating surface. Provide bonding on the door and a grounding stud in the enclosure. Provide shut offs and panels with identification labels and appropriate warning labels. Place identification nameplate on the outside of the enclosure. Provide nameplate that does not deteriorate over time due to weather. Indelibly identify all devices, components, cables , and wires on permanently attached labels for use in the intended environment using labels approved by the Representative and inscribed according to the approved schematic shop drawing showing the component layout. Label all internal connectors and wire te rminations with sufficient information to locate its connection point. Insert a block diagram of all components illustrating all connectors and connections used to interconnect the components, wiring diagrams and schematic drawings of all circuits in a resealable weather-resistant pocket that is permanently mounted on the inside of an accessible door in the controller enclosure. Inscribe the component name and model number using a permanent label or laminated name plate in a position adjacent to the location of each major or replaceable component on the inside of the enclosure. Provide racks and shelves to mount equipment as needed, including communications, power , and UPS equipment. Do not stack equipment on top of other equipment. Equipment may be set on shelves, installed on 19- inch rack rails , or attached to panels mounted to the rear or side walls of the enclosure. Provide a laptop shelf within the enclosure to accommodate for laptops/other devices during commission, testing, and maintenance. For all enclosures utilizing leased-line communications connections, provide for each lease-line connection mounting space for an additional 8 inches wide by 12 inches high by 2 inches thick Channel Service Unit (CSU) or other communication module (supplied by the telephone/cable company). Provide an additional fused or breaker protected, UPS-powered receptacle for related power requirement. Furnish fluorescent lighting fixture complete with lens or shield and Type T-4 16-Watt fluorescent lamp with rapid start. Provide lighting fixture that activates upon opening enclosure door and deactivates upon closing enclosure door. Position lamp assembly to provide light to all of the equipment within the enclosure. Shield lamp assembly to prevent light from shining directly in the eyes of servicing personnel. Provide sufficient shelve space within the enclosures for shelf -mounted equipment. If plans indicate, provide an enclosure with a transparent anti-graffiti coating over the entire outer surface of the enclosure. Provide the Statewide Device Identification Number on the enclosure so it is visible to maintenance and Department personnel approaching the device. Provide fabricated plaques of aluminum, plastic, or fiberglass of sufficient thickness to provide the necessary stiffness and to resist vandalism, or stencil directly onto the enclosure with weather-resistant paint. Indicate the complete Statewide Device Identification Number with 3-inch-high letters with a contrasting color background. Caulking and weather proofing is required if attached by hardware that will penetrate the enclosure.
components within the enclosure and the related ITS device. Furnish power distribution panel to distribute power to all equipment within the enclosure and ITS devices served by the enclosure. Prov ide circuit breakers sized to meet or exceed the NEC requirements for the loads supported, with a minimum of 10 A trips. Size the circuit breaker based on the loads of the ITS device(s) utilizing the enclosure. Provide circuit breakers on an electrical panel in a NEMA 1 enclosure, or DIN rail mounted with appropriately rated junction blocks and buses. Provide a power distribution panel that is fed directly by the main circuit breaker at the electrical point of service, or solar installation, where applicable. Provide interface and connection to UPS. Provide connection to grounding system.
If DIN rail components are utilized, provide black, white, and green DIN rail terminal blocks for 120 volts alternating current (VAC) Hot, Neutral, and Ground, respectively. Provide differently colored terminal blocks for low voltage power and signals. Provide end stops, dividers, and appurtenances as required. Provide a neutral bus of solid metallic strip rigidly mounted on the power panel which is isolated from enclosure ground. Provide all neutral conductors terminated on the neutral bus. Bond the control enclosure, the main disconnect, the power distribution panel, the service ground wire, and the branch circuit ground wires to the ground bus. Bond the ground bus to the enclosure grounding system with AWG No. 4 Ground Wire.
wire is required to flex often, use high strand wire.
dispersion and ventilation to maintain internal temperature between 32F and 104F , with all installed components operating continuously at full capacity. Provide for other measures to allow the enclosure and internal component, as a single entity, to operate reliably in the ambient temperature between -40F and 140F, relative humidity between 20% to 95%, non- condensing. Where ventilation fan is used, provid e thermostatically controlled enclosure ventilation fan that supplies a minimum airflow of 100 cubic feet per minute. Utilize enclosure openings to ensure continuous air circulation. Position the openings so short circuiting of air circulation is avoided, and the effect of removal of heat from inside the enclosure is maximized. Utilize louvers or other means to limit openings to 1/4 inches or smaller. Screen the fan to prevent the entrance of dust, small animals, and foreign matter. Screen all enclosure openings and vents besides the door opening with a filter that prevents small foreign objects from entering through these openings.
with 120 VAC power, for use as a convenience outlet inside the enclosure. Provide two duplex, NEMA 5- 15R, receptacles, with 120 VAC power, marked for “Equipment Use Only” inside the enclosure. Ground the outlets through the enclosure grounding system. Furnish UL-listed receptacles.
for each copper cable entering/leaving the cabinet. The AC powerline TVSS is to be UL 1449 Third Edition listed as Type 1 or Type 2. Low voltage and signal circuit TVSS are to be UL 749 listed. TVSS protection is not required for fiber optic cables.
If the enclosure and a device are mounted on the same support structure, provide a common grounding electrode system for both.
• Class A Cement Concrete. Section 704
• Caulking Compound. Section 705.8(b)
• Class A Cement Concrete. Section 704.
• Reinforcement Bars. Galvanized or epoxy coated steel wire fabric Section 709.3.
• No. 57 Coarse Aggregate. Section 703.2.
minimum of four RJ45 ports for local connections, in addition to two SFP gigabit transceivers to accept the communication media to the enclosure used for wide area network connection as indicated on the project plans. Configure it to limit the access for viewing, issuing instruction, and performing configuration to authorized
users only. Provide cabling and connectors to connect network switch to all electronic devices in the enclosure which require LAN connectivity. Provide a managed network switch that meets the following requirements:
• 4 Gbps Ports: 4 × 10/100/1000Base-TX, 2 SFP Combo Ports: 2 × 10/100/1000Base-TX/100/1000Base- FX. Serial Console Port: RS-232 in RJ-45 with DB adaptor or console cable.
• Enable/disable ports, MAC based port security.
• Port based network access control (802.1x).
• VLAN (802.1Q) to segregate and secure network traffic.
• Radius centralized password management.
• SNMP v1/v2c/v3 encrypted authentication and access security.
• IEEE 802.3 for 10Base-T
• IEEE 802.3u for 100Base-TX and 100Base-FX
• IEEE 802.3z for 1000Base-X
• IEEE 802.3ab for 1000Base-T(X)
• IEEE 802.3x for Flow control
• IEEE 802.3ad for LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)
• IEEE 802.1D for STP (Spanning Tree Protocol)
• IEEE 802.1p for COS (Class of Service)
• IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN Tagging
• IEEE 802.1w for RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol)
• IEEE 802.1s for MSTP (Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol)
• IEEE 802.1x for Authentication
• IEEE 802.1AB for LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol)
• EMI: FCC Part 15, CISPR (EN55022) class A, EN50155 (EN50121-3-2, EN55011, EN50121-4)
• EMS: EN61000 -4-2 (ESD), EN61000- 4-3 (RS), EN61000- 4-4 (EFT), EN61000- 4-5 (Surge), EN61000-4-6 (CS), EN61000-4-8, EN61000-4-9, EN61000-4-11
• Shock: IEC60068-2-27, EN61373
• Free Fall: IEC60068-2-32
• Vibration: IEC60068-2-6, EN61373
• Safety: EN60950-1
• Input Power: Redundant +/ –12~48 volts direct current ( VDC) on terminal block, one 12 ~ 45 VDC on power jack
• Power Consumption 10 Watts (Typ.)
• Overload Current Protection
• Reverse Polarity Protection
• Size: (W × D × H) No larger than 3.00 × 5.00 × 6.00 in.
• Weight: < 2.0 lbs.
• Installation DIN Rail or Wall Mount Design
• Storage Temperature –40F to 185F
• Operating Temperature –40F to 167F
• Operating Humidity 5% to 95% Non-condensing
to power ITS communications, network management and PSE devices (s). The power supply must be DIN rail mounted and operate from an input voltage range of 100 VAC to 240 VAC with an operating temperature no less than -30F to +167F. Size the power supply to satisfy the amperage requirements for all ITS devices identified in the project plan documents with 20% spare capacity. Protect the power supply with individual circuit at the Power Distribution Subsystem.
maintains a continuous supply of electric power to connected equipment by supplying power from a battery- backed power source when electric power from the regular source is not available. Furnish full-time double conversion power conditioner UPS or line- interactive true UPS. Furnish the battery subsystem to provide backup power to all critical enclosure equipment, all operating at 100% capacity for minimum 1/2 -hour duration. Critical enclosure components, by default, include power modules/subsystems required for operating all communication devices, controllers, low -power radio broadcast of 10 W transmission power or lower, all sensing ITS devices (cameras, vehicle detectors, environmental detectors, etc.). Provide a true, separately derived power source as defined by NEC Article 250 -5d with output neutral bonded to ground. Do not provide direct connection between input and output and less than 2 pF of effective input to output capacitance. Regulate UPS output to within the CBEMA and ANSI C84.1 point of utilization range of 104 VAC to 127 VAC over the full dynamic range from no load to full load, low line VAC to high line VAC, and low battery voltage to high battery voltage. Provide continuous, no break power during a power outage or momentary interruption. Standby power subsystems which have any measurable transfer time and interruption of the output wave form are
unacceptable. Provide computer -grade sine- wave power with 5% or less total harmonic distortion capability. Meet or exceed CSA standard 22 Part 2- 107 for harmonic distortion. Provide UPS that passes lightning testing standard as per ANSI/IEEE C62.41 category A test (6000 V spike and 3000 A) and C62.45 test procedures. Reduce the input spike to no less than 3 V on the output, for 2000 to 1 spike attenuation. Provide capacity in volt amperes (VA) while loaded with typical computer -grade switch- mode power supplies having a power factor of 0.5 to 0.7 and crest factor of 2.7 to 3.5. Install UPS batteries, or UPS with integral battery at construction. Provide a UPS with secure monitoring and control via web browser interface and current version SNMP. Configure the monitoring to notify the TMC/RTMC through the existing Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) and email notification when the UPS is operating on battery power, returns to line, in alarm, and in fault conditions.
securely monitor, identify abnormal conditions and reboot critical ITS devices. Provide an ethernet controlled remote power switch capable of individually controlling up to eight circuits that meets the following requirements:
• Input Power: 89 VAC to 135 VAC, 60± 3Hz.
• Rated Current: 12A.
• Overload Current Protection: 15A.
• Outlet Switching: minimum of six (6) switched circuits on individual 5-15R receptacles.
• Internal Surge Protection.
• Operating Temperature: -30F to 170F.
• Ethernet Interface: RJ-45 10/100 Base-T.
• Software Controls: Individual outlets on/off, all on/off, network settings, Web UI
• Panel mount or rack mount options
• Compliance: UL/CSA/FCC
camera in the CCTV, CMS, or Wireless Radio ITS enclosure, or as indicated on the design drawings. Provide a midspan injector that is industrial grade, field-hardened for long-term freeway deployment meeting the following requirements:
• Basic Function: PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment) Midspan, compliant with IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at
• Extended supply voltage range of 18 VDC to 57 VDC or 100 VAC to 240 VAC.
• Output Nominal Voltage: 54 VDC (PoE).
• Output Power: Sized as required by the powered device (PD), 60W to 90W typical.
• Serial Transmission Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps.
• Pin Assignment: 1:1.
• Transmission Length: 100 m.
• Input Interface: Ethernet, RJ45.
• Output Interface: Ethernet, RJ45.
• Connection Method: CAT5e
• Circuit Protection: Reverse Polarity Protection
• Operating temperature range no less than -30F to +167F.
• Installation: DIN Rail or Wall Mount Design
poles, electrical panelboards, and related equipment to establish electrical service at the ITS device location according to Publication 647. Include all materials necessary to establish electrical connection between the device location, the device enclosure, and the electrical point of service.
provide one hard copy and one electronic copy of the operations manuals for each device and all its subsystems to the TMC/RTMC Representative. Submit an electronic and a hard copy of the wiring diagrams that display the connections between each of the subsystems. Coordinate with the Representative for relevant existing system information and desired formatting for the diagrams. At a minimum, provide the following diagrams:
• Communications Subsystem. Provide a comprehensive network architecture drawing documenting all subsystems and components, including port assignments and IP addresses, device model numbers and serial numbers, and network path to the TMC details. Provide detailed fiber optic cable documentation requirements, such as strand assignments, spare strands, splicing details, ODTR results, etc.
• TMC/RTMC. Include connections to and from the TMC/RTMC, ITS devices, network servers, and other related communications equipment. Include all new physical connections established within the TMC, including to and from existing or new workstations.
• ITS Enclosure. Provide three copies of the enclosure wiring diagram for each ITS enclosure assembly. Place a clear protective envelope in the controller assembly cabinet that contains one copy of the manufacturer’s instruction manual for each component contained in the enclosure.
• As-Built Drawings and Details . Prepare As -Built drawings according to Publication 10, Design Manual, Parts 1 and 1A. Submit As-built Plans at the completion of the 60-Day Test. The 60-Day Test will not end until the As-Built drawings have been submitted and approved. Submit As-Built drawings for all device locations, electrical, communications details and structures. Provide As-Built plans and details formatted for 22 inch by 34-inch paper size in PDF format. Include all As -Built plans, wiring diagrams, installation plans, cabinet diagrams. As-built documentation is also required to include GPS coordinates for all ITS and communications equipment locations. Provide one set of As-Built drawings on 11 inch by 17 inch paper inside each ITS enclosure.
Provide as-built documentation for all new fiber optic installations according to the PennDOT Fiber Asset Management Policy and include specifications for the following:
• Conduit. Size, Material Type, Offset from Roadway, Depth
• Fiber Optic Cable. Strand Count, Cable Type, Manufacturer, Cable identification number
• Utility Poles. Pole Owner, Pole identification number, and Attachment Height
• Junction Box. Type/Tier Rating and Size
• Cable Slack Amount
• Splice Points. Splice Detail Number, Case Size, Manufacturer, and Splice Diagram
• Termination Panel . Panel Size/Type, Cable Connector Type, Room Number/Location, and Termination Panel Splice Diagram
Department's criteria and are adequate to support the loads indicated. As required by the Representative, this certification may include the signature and seal of a Professional Engineer registered in Pennsylvania. Certify the structural adequacy of all sign and device mounting brackets.
PennDOT communications service equipment. Provide a locking, weather resistant NEMA Type 3R, UL50 Type 3R, listed galvanized steel enclosure. Furnish enclosure to provide protection from rain, sleet, snow, dripping water and corrosion. Construct complete enclosure from 14-gauge G90 galvanized steel to provide strong and rigid construction. Provide a 3 foot by 3 foot by 1 foot enclosure. Provide welded brackets or brackets bolted to the back of the enclosure for enclosure mounting. Where a bolted bracket is used, bolt the bracket to an interior reinforcing plate fabricated of the same material as the enclosure. Add body stiffeners where required to prevent the enclosures from sagging or bowing. Equip enclosure with means for locking with pad lock. Indelibly identify all devices, components, cables, and wires on permanently attached labels for use in the intended environment using labels approved by the Representative and inscribed according to the approved schematic shop drawing showing the component layout. Label all internal connectors and wire terminations with information to locate its connection point. Insert a block diagram of all components illustrating all connect ors and connections used to interconnect the components, wiring diagrams and schematic drawings of all circuits in a resealable weather-resistant pocket that is permanently mounted on the inside of an accessible door in the controller enclosure. Inscribe the component name and model number using a permanent label or laminated name plate in a position adjacent to the location of each major or replaceable component on the inside of the enclosure. Provide racks and shelves to mount equipment as needed. Do not stack equipment on top of other equipment. Equipment may be set on shelves. Provide the Statewide Device Identification Number on the enclosure.
1201.3CONSTRUCTION—As shown on the Standard Drawings, as indicated, and as follows:
related equipment necessary for the operation of field ITS devices. Provide enclosure at each device location, and as directed in the contract documents. Determine ITS enclosure mounting location and type per recommendations provided in Publication 852.
mechanical means such as clamps, bolt/nut sets and screws.
structure, unless otherwise specified, where practical, install the enclosure with related center line at a
nominal height of 42 inches above adjacent finished grade/floor. If necessary, adjust the mounting height so the top of the enclosure is no higher than 7 feet above the finished grade/floor. For ground-mounted enclosure installation, apply Ultraviolet (UV)-resistant caulking material along the joints with the enclosure. For mounting under a camera lowering system, position the enclosure away from the space directly below the camera.
arrangements through the enclosure walls to prevent ingress of water. Use a bushing on the end of the conduit inside the enclosures to prevent chaffing of the cables. Seal all penetrations to the enclosure with rubber silicone sealant to impede entry of water. After installing all related cables, seal all conduits connected to the enclosure, including all spare conduits, with self-expanding insulation foam, electrical putty or an approved sealant as recommended by the cable manufacturer, and in a manner that does not damage the cable, to a depth of minimum 4 inches. Provide measures to protect cables from all sharp edges at the end of the conduits. Insert steel wool before the sealant, to prevent rodent infestation.
Terminate ground wire from all electric devices, including surge suppressors, directly to the dedicated grounding terminal in the enclosure. Provide a maximum separation possible between signal wiring and power wiring or control wiring, to avoid inductive pickup. The minimum separation between the signal wiring and power wiring or control wiring is 12 inches. If power wiring must cross the signal wiring, orient crossing as close to a right angle as possible.
the main termination point for grounding.
Publication 647 and as specified in Sections 951.3(a) and (b).
and in front of the hand hole that provides a solid, leveled standing platform in front of the enclosure opening. Furnish a pad with sufficient space for maintenance personnel to stand and perform maintenance at the enclosure. Provide pad according to Publication 647. The size of the maintainer pad may be reduced in tight geometric areas and on steep slopes as determined by the Department.
cabinet as specified in contract documents. Ensure all electrical connections are terminated according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
CMS, and Vehicle Detector Subsystem. Testing of the related ITS subsystems may involve additional ITS- related items, including, but not limited to, ITS Communications, Portable CMS, and ITS Enclosure. Testing procedures described in this Section are intended to test each subsystem element to make certain that the elements are properly integrated to achieve a fully functioning subsystem. Make provisions for up to two Department personnel or their representatives to attend all tests and demonstrations. Conduct the following tests, in the order indicated, on each ITS device and device subsystem:
• Factory Demonstration Tests (documented factory testing may be used instead of having personnel on site for this at the discretion of the Representative)
• On-Site Standalone Tests
• System Tests
• 60-Day Testing
• 180-Day Operational Support Period
• Warranty Period (the length of the manufacturer’s standard warranty at the end of the 60- Day Test)
The acceptance of each stage of testing does not imply testing is complete at that stage. If problems are found at a later date or stage of testing, it may be necessary to return to an earlier stage of testing after repairs have been made to the system. If at a later stage of testing, a piece of equipment is replaced, repaired, or significantly modified, retest to the level necessary to isolate any problem and establish a course of action to remedy the situation. Provide test documentation, including at a minimum, test procedures, checklist, test forms, and data summary sheets for each item. Tailor test documentation for each item being tested. Submit testing documentation before testing for the Representative's acceptance. After test documentation is approved, provide the Representative with advance notice, as specified for each test , so the Representative can observe each test. Failure to conform to the indicated requirements of all tests will be considered defective and equipment will be subject to rejection by the Representative. If a defect is determined, identify whether it is limited to a specific unit or could be potential problems in all such units. Equipment rejected because of problems limited to the specific unit may be offered again for retest provided all issues of non-compliance have been corrected and re-tested, and evidence is submitted to the Representative. If equipment malfunctions during the test period, the Representative may declare a subsystem defect and require replacement of all equipment at no additional cost to the Department. If a subsystem defect is declared, restart the test for that specific subsystem. Begin the test period when all similar equipment is replaced, and retest has been successfully completed. If a unit has been modified as a result of the equipment replacement, prepare a report and deliver it to the Representative for acceptance. Describe in the report the nature of the failure and the corrective action taken. If a failure pattern, as defined by the Representative, develops, the Representative may direct design and construction modifications be made to all similar units without additional cost to the Department. In the case of problems common to many units, modify all units without additional cost to the Department.
data summary sheets for each piece of equipment tested. Provide certification of test results by a qualified Representative. Submit all test records, including photocopied duplicates, as required, to the Representative, within one day of the test. Complete testing for each equipment unit in as few consecutive days as possible as determined by the Representative. Schedule testing with additional time allotted for the Representative to request certain portions of a test be repeated. The Representative has the right to witness or assign their designee to witness all tests. At a minimum, all testing procedures must be signed by the following: The Representative, or the Representative’s designee, and the Contractor’s designee. The acceptance of test procedures and witness of such tests does not relieve the responsibility to provide a completely acceptable and operating subsystem that meets the indicated requirements.
remote site location, identified in the project documents, before shipping the equipment, to verify each subsystem meets the contract requirements. If required by the Representative, provide personnel to observe the factory demonstration test in person before shipping the equipment. Include NTCIP testing as part of factory demonstration test. Utilize testing procedures to validate the latest version of NTCIP requirements. Prepare factory demonstration test documentation. Conduct factory demonstration tests at the manufacturer's facility for every ITS device provided for this project.
individual field device satisfies the indicated requirements. Conduct these tests before interconnection to the TMC/RTMC. Following the installation of equipment in the field, conduct field tests on each piece of equipment, at each installation site to verify components, modules or subsystem of equipment operate properly in their intended application to the extent possible before connection to the TMC/RTMC and to other devices .
Provide the required testing equipment, including a portable computer, and test software to perform local subsystem operations and diagnostic test procedures. Coordinate with the Representative and ITS device vendor to verify if any work needs to be completed before scheduling the on-site standalone test. Submit test procedures, checklist, and summary sheets for the Representative's acceptance before performing tests. Provide Representative with a testing schedule indicating the date, time, and location of each test. Provide at least 5 working days ’ notice before all tests so the Representative can observe each test. At a minimum submit the following testing data:
3.a Telecommunication Utility Coordination . Coordinate with the Utility provider(s) and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Office of Administration- Information Technology ( OA/OIT) staff to set up new communication services at each proposed ITS site. Communications include Private IP (PIP) network and Frame Relay (MPLS). All communications are to be IP addressable and compli ant with all applicable NTCIP standards. Configuration will allow Department personnel to monitor the ITS sites simultaneously.
• Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Connections: Connections from the District facilities to the PIP network will be procured by OA/OIT. The contractor must supply GPS coordinates and a 911 address for each location.
Install, connect, and configure equipment in ITS enclosures or node cabinets if applicable, and the RTMC as indicated on the Intelligent Transportation System Plans. Install MPLS equipment according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Coordinate with OA/OIT Staff to determine IP addressing schemes. Follow OA/OIT policies concerning management and security policies. Depending upon project specific requirements Telecommunication Utility Coordination and testing may include:
• Cellular: Verizon Wireless Cellular activations will be done by OA/OIT Telecommunications staff.
Coordinate with the Representative for installation of the existing SIM card and existing cellular provider to provide service to the proposed Cellular modem. Orient antenna to achieve the best signal possible. This may require multiple attempts. After connectivity has been established coordinate with the Representative, PennDOT’s Systems and Performance Unit in the Operations and Performance Section of the Bureau of Operations, District ITS staff, and OA/OIT for the integration of the ITS Communications subsystem into the existing ATMS and test accordingly.
3.b ITS Communications Device Testing. Test all telemetry equipment under normal operating conditions. The intent of this test is to demonstrate and certify the operational interaction of the ITS WAN/LAN via/through the wired and wireless telemetry equipment. Include the following testing, but not be limited to:
Installation Tests:
• Verify new Radio Telemetry Equipment is located and installed according to the design drawings.
• Verify new Radio Antenna Equipment is located and installed according to the design drawings.
Electrical Tests:
• Verify the Telemetry Equipment is provided with adequate and stable power and is functional according to the design drawings.
• Verify all the wiring connections to the Telemetry Equipment are secure (including power, data and if applicable, RF).
Functionality Tests:
• Verify there is a clear transmission path between the Master and each Remote Telemetry Equipment.
• Verify the Telemetry Equipment has been programmed properly (including the correct IP addresses).
• Verify all remote radios have a Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI) of - 80 dBm or better (less negative).
• Verify all telemetry antennas operate with a Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) of less than 2:1.
If a device fails to meet the requirements specified, rectify the device as required and repeat the tests until successful at no additional cost to the Department. If a subsystem component has been modified as a result of the test failure, prepare a detailed report on the modifications to subsystem or software and submit it to the Representative. Describe in the report the nature of the failure and corrective action(s) taken.
3.c Fiber Optic Testing . Before installing fiber optic cable, verify microduct integrity to discover any missing sections, improper couplings, kinks, or blockages in the ducts after subsurface installation is complete. Test microduct integrity using air pressure and an approved plastic bearing ball (BB):
• Perform separate testing on each individual microduct (orange, green, blue).
• Testing must be performed between pull points or at any transition point.
• Air pressure testing: Cap one end of the microduct and pressurize the microduct to 100 pounds per square inch. Each microduct must maintain 100 pounds per s quare inch for a period of one minute with a maximum of 5% pressure drop allowed.
• BB testing: Attach a high- pressure air supply to one end of the microduct . Blow an approved plastic BB of appropriate size to ensure a minimum of 80% of the published inside diameter is maintained.
Before installing fiber optic cable, verify conduit integrity after subsurface installation is complete. Test conduit integrity using a mandrel:
• Testing must be performed between pull points or at any transition point.
• Pull a mandrel no smaller than 1 1/8 inch outside diameter and 2 7/8-inch length to ensure that a minimum of 80% of the published is inside diameter maintained.
Provide test results to the Representative for approval to install fiber optic cable. If necessary, repair or replace the microduct or conduit. Before installing fiber optic cable, blow a sponge that is twice the diameter of the micro duct’s inner diameter through the duct to clean out water and debris. After fiber optic cable is installed, t est all individual fiber optic strands using calibrated equipment. Include the following tests, at a minimum:
• Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Test at 1550 and 1625 nm, bi-directional
• Optical Return Loss (ORL) Test at 1550 and 1625 nm, bi-directional
• Insertion Loss (IL) Test at 1550 and 1625 nm, bi-directional
• Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) Test from 1260 to 1640 nm, uni-directional
• Chromatic Dispersion (CD) Test from 1260 to 1640 nm, uni-directional
• Attenuation Profile (AP) Test: from 1260 to 1640 nm, uni-directional
Do not exceed the loss requirements as specified in Section 1204.2(b). The total loss for each fiber cannot exceed 0.35dB/km at 1310 nm and 0.25dB/km at 1550 nm + 0.1dB / splice + 0.5 dB/connector. No event can exceed 0.3 dB loss. Any splice with a loss exceeding 0.2 dB must be remade until its loss falls below 0.2 dB. Provide test results to the Representative.
verify the overall subsystem meets the indicated requirements. Conduct system tests following completion and acceptance of all on-site standalone tests and following the completion of all integration work. Coordinate with the Representative, PennDOT’s Systems and Performance Unit in the Operations and Performance Section of the Bureau of Operations, District ITS staff, and OA/OIT to schedule the system testing date based on completion of the integration. Provide at least 10 working days’ notice before all tests so the Representative can observe each test. Where central control software, hardware and network switches exist, utilize the existing equipment and control software to manage and control the ITS devices. Exercise all functions for the device subsystems to test control and monitori ng functions of the devices remotely. Where new software, switching systems, or hardware are installed in the project, utilize this new equipment to test control and monitoring functions of the devices remotely. Demonstrate the communications subsystem is fully functional. if test failure occurs, perform a partial or total re-test to demonstrate the subsystem is functioning as a whole. Conduct system tests on all subsystems and components that are being furnished under this contract. Conduct tests utilizing protocols provided by the Systems and Performance Unit to confirm the operational and performance requirements of each system using the ATMS platform. Coordinate with District ITS staff to complete CCTV testing.
calendar days, beginning the day after the subsystem completes the system tests and is accepted. Conduct the 60-day test simultaneously for each subsystem installed in this project (for example, CCTV , CMS, and HAR subsystems). Provide operational and maintenance support for all installed equipment including troubleshooting and diagnostics if a malfunction occurs. In the case where equipment malfunctions during the 60- day test period, the Representative may declare a subsystem defect. Correct failures during the test period by repairing or replacing malfunctioning parts or equipment or faulty work, regardless of the cause, in less than 24 hours. Restart at day 1 of the 60-day test for that specific subsystem. The 60- day test period is to begin when all similar equipment is replaced, and a system retest has been successfully completed. If over 10% of subsystems fail their 60-day test period, that is considered a large failure of the system, and the 60-day test will be restarted for all subsystems following replacement of the malf unctioning parts or equipment or faulty work. If less than 10% of the subsystems fail their 60 -day test period, that is considered a small failure, and only the subsystem test needs to be restarted. Make available a systems technician who is fully knowledgeable and capable of operating all functions of the specified subsystem for technical support during the 60- day test period. Provide this systems technician on-site from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on the first day of the 60-day test and on-call basis thereafter. The systems technician must specialize in communications. Provide technician having a minimum of 5 years of experience in the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and fine tuning of com munication subsystems. Submit the systems technician qualifications for acceptance at least 20 working days before the start of the 60-day test. Notification of a malfunction will be provided by the Department personnel immediately following the occurrence of the equipment malfunction. Receipt of notification is defined as when the systems technician or the answering service receives the call. Maintain records of stoppages and resumptions of the 60- day test. Verify against the records maintained by the Representative for accuracy. Submit documentation for all activities performed during this support period. Provide complete operations support as required during the 60- day test period to the Department personnel, who will be using the subsystem and performing operational tests on the complete subsystem on a day -to-day basis. The means of communications during this test period will be through a local telephone number or an answering service. Provide at least one local telephone number at which the contractor can be reached. Provide a response to each call within an hour of the call being placed. Provide a turnaround time of 8 hours for each call.
If one of the subsystems fails during the 60-day test, the completion of the test for the other subsystems will not be delayed. During the testing period, provide Department personnel training, to operate all normal functions of the subsystem. After the completion of 60-day test, conduct complete subsystem diagnostics for field and TMC/RTMC equipment as follows: Equipment testing and adjustment of settings and parameters; Check component operations with respect to these specifications. Following the completion of 60- day test, clear the inside of all ITS enclosures using brushes and vacuums, as appropriate, perform component cleaning and filter replacements at all enclosures installed in the project. During the 60-day test, power and communication costs associated with maintaining the operation of the ITS devices will be the responsibility of the Contractor. Ownership of the subsystem will be transferred to the Department upon successful completion of the 60-day test. Transfer power, communication, and other utility subscription accounts to the Department and submit documented proof of official transfers to the Representative.
detailed operational support plan covering preventive and remedial maintenance of all equipment. Furnish all necessary labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, supplies, maintenance and protection of traffic, and incidental items. The plan must include qualifications of the personnel assigned by the Contractor for each activity included. The plan must be approved by the Representative before the completion of the 60 day test. The Representative's review period will not exceed 21 calendar days from receipt of the operational plan. Provide operational support for a period of 180 days. The operational support period will start on the calendar day after the 60-day test is completed. The Department will operate and own the subsystem during this period. If adjustments are made to software, wiring, or equipment settings during the operational support period, provide this upgraded software at no additional cost to the Department. If adjustments are made to wiring or equipment settings during the operational support period, reflect the adjustments in the documentation. Coordinate with the Department's Traffic and Maintenance Units for all field activities. Except for emergency service requested by the Department or if responding to a malfunction repair request by PennDOT, notify the Department 7 calendar days before scheduling activities. Furnish maintenance and protection of traffic plans as required by the Representative. Conduct preventative and remedial maintenance activities during the 180- day operational support period.
6.a Preventive Maintenance . As specified in Section 1206.3(a), Section 1216.3(a), Section 1217.3(a), Section 1226.3(a), Section 1236.3(a), Section 1237.3(a), and Section 1246.3(a).
6.b On-call Maintenance. As specified in Section 1206.3(b), Section 1216.3(b), Section 1217.3(b), Section 1226.3(b), Section 1236.3(b), Section 1237.3(b), and Section 1246.3(b).
hardware, software and piece of equipment furnished in the project. Provide manufacturer warrant ies of durations equivalent to industry standards. Provide warranties of a one-year minimum duration. Manufacturer warranties in excess of one year will remain in full force and effect throughout the entire manufacturer’s warranty period. The warranty period for all individual devices will begin upon conclusion and acceptance of the 60-day operational test. Provide a warranty that will enable the full replacement of a piece of equipment if equipment failure occurs, at no additional cost to the Department.
a minimum, the CLD must meet the following criteria:
• Raise or lower the camera within 2 minutes if utilizing the motorized drill component of the lowering device.
• Lock and unlock the camera into position at the top of the structure at least 2 times to demonstrate functionality of the locking mechanism. Verify the camera fully re-starts without manual initiation.
TMC/RTMC or remote- control location as indicated or directed by the Representative. Provide ATMS integration as specified in Section 1202 Provide all connectors, cables, software configuration and labor necessary to furnish a fully functional ITS device subsystem. This includes all work, cable, data connections, and installation that allows for data transmission and control from the TMC/RTMC. Coordinate with the Representative to obtain all relevant network information to configure the devices to successfully operate. Work scheduled for the RTMC will only be scheduled during normal working hours, Monday through Friday, after 8:00 AM and before 3:00 PM, subject to approval by the TMC/RTMC manager or designee.
System (TSS) in the TMC/RTMC ATMS software using the related Field-to-Center (F2C) communications subsystem as indicated.
Representative. Submit training plan for approval. At a minimum, provide training for the maintenance of the installed devices. If a standard device is integrated into ATMS or a currently used make/model device is provide d, operational training is not required. Train personnel to use all major functionalities of the subsystem, including device maintenance procedures, before the beginning of the 60- day test. Provide training manuals and handouts for future reference. Training includes a minimum of 1 personnel present at the TMC/RTMC or control facility for a minimum of 8 hours per subsystem, unless otherwise specified.
and related equipment to establish electrical service for the ITS device. Where electrical and communications service are collocated at the electrical point of service, install complete, separate communications connection between the communications point of service, the device enclosure and the ITS device. Establish connection independent of power c onnection. Utilize separate conduit and junction boxes for all underground connections.
enclosure to house the Department’s communications service equipment. Provide enclosure at each device location, and as directed in the contract documents.
1201.4MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT—
Includes all cables, connectors, mounting, mounting hardware, heating ventilation subsystem, TVSS, managed network switch, remote power switch, UPS, equipment, racks, maintainer pad, grounding rod and conductor, installation, documentation, and configuration.
• Factory Demonstration Test. If in-person attendance is required.
• On-Site Standalone Test.
• System Test.
• 60-Day Test.
• 180 Day Support Period. Includes all maintenance, repairs, on-call responses, and documentation.
• Warranty Period.
payment of their respective sections:
• Trench and Backfill. Section 910.4(n)
• Rigid Galvanized Steel (RGS) and PVC Conduit. Section 910.4(k)
• Cable Installation. Section 910.4(m)
• Complete Power Supply System. Section 910.4(o)
• Junction Box (power and communications). Section 910.4(a)
Communications service equipment housed inside enclosure will be provided by the Department .
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