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pre-takeoff-research.md

@@ -26,6 +26,15 @@ Where NEC, IBC, and other applicable codes fall in this hierarchy
 is subject to some debate.
 -->
 
+> [!aside] "Plans & Specs"
+> The oft repeated "per plans and specs" is a gross oversimplification:
+> The RFP documents are more likely than not
+> to have one or more irreconcilable contradictions,
+> or some instance of [[gold-plating]] too egregious to accept.
+> When ConEst takes of a project "per plans and specs",
+> we are taking off _Bid's interpretation_ of the RFP documents,
+> which they must be able to articulate.
+
 Seek to use the cheapest method,
 as determined by Senior Construction Estimator
 and Database Administrator,
@@ -33,6 +42,47 @@ as allowed for the situation.
 
 * [[wiring-method-selection]]
 * [[wiring-device-research]]
+* [[emergency-systems-research]]
+* [[low-voltage-raceway-selection]]
+
+## General
+
+1. Read about the project specifications and construction type
+2. Locate Equipment Schedules
+
+Read about the project specifications and construction type:
+* Deck thickness
+* Wiring methods
+* Conductor material
+* Wire terminations (set-screw acceptable or compression required?)
+
+Locate:
+* Riser Diagram
+* Feeder Schedule (if present)
+* Main Electrical rooms and panel locations
+
+1. Locate Unit panels and relevant keynotes
+    * bus amps
+
+2. Read about the project specifications and construction type
+  * partition framing (wood or metal studs)
+  * stud depth
+  * wiring methods (NM or MC)
+  * wiring device plates (decora or standard)
+  * wiring device specs (are 15A devices allowed or minimum N5-20R)
+  * equipment (20A Kitchen and bath)
+
+Low Voltage
+1. Locate Proposal/Scope of Work. Determine ownership and takeoff responsibility:
+    * Cabling
+    * Conduit & Pathways
+    * Sleeving
+2. In the drawings, locate:
+    * Floor plans where LV scope is shown
+    * LV Details
+3. Read about the project specifications and construction type
+4. Fill out OneNote
+
 
 ## Voltage Drop
 
@@ -58,16 +108,3 @@ Some cases to mention:
 * Deck thickness (minimum 3x conduit outer diameter)
 * Renovations (may not be able to run in slab)
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-
-
-
-## Emergency Systems
-
-1. Find Fire Alarm plans (if present)
-2. Locate the following rooms:
-    * Fire Command Center (FCC)
-    * Generator Room
-    * Fire Pump Room
-    * Elevator Control Rooms
-    * Elevator Shafts
-    * Stairwells