07-25-0116_Texan Villager Drainage _Addedum #01 Package_2026.04.13.pdf

ADDENDUM NO. ONE (01)

Tarleton State University Texan Village Drainage

COLLEGE STATION • BRENHAM • FORT WORTH • GEORGETOWN • SAN ANTONIO

Corporate: 401 W 26th Street, Suite 3 / Bryan, Texas 77803 • 979-680-8840 • www.gessnerengineering.com

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Issued: April 10, 2026

Addendum No. One (01): Covers the following changes to the contract documents.

Reponses to Questions Asked by Bidders by April 3, 2026

1. There are a handful of downspouts that are listed on Sheet C006 in the schedule that I cannot find the locations on the drawings.

• All downspouts shown on the schedule table have been labeled for each building from Sheet C101-C103. The contractor shall verify those downspouts in field and confirm there are no downspouts missing in the project scope area.

2. There are two locations in Phase II where we are to cut and demo out the paving across the drive. Would it be an option to include these areas in Phase 1 to avoid the possibility of this work taking place when students are back for fall semester? I have attached a pdf of sheet C005 showing these locations. Please advise.

• Both highlighted areas cam be part of Phase 1, as long as it is feasible for the contractor to finish the constructions for such phase before the fall semester starts.

3. The downspout schedule on the sheet C006 shows that a handful of downspouts shown to be No Improvements, however, note 3 on C006 states that “All existing downspouts that are broken, disconnected, or terminating above grade shall be extended and reconnected…”. So, if the downspout calls to have No Improvement but it is damaged, is it to be replaced? Please advise.

• All the downspouts are to be replaced (replace entire downspout), within the project area, regardless of the condition. Sheet C006 has been updated.

4. Can you please provide a specification for the desired splash blocks?

• A general concrete splash block would work fine. However, the contractor shall submit the product submittal to the engineer for review.

5. Sheet C601 shows a detail referencing the “Rectangular Channel Detail”, can you please identify where on the drawings this detail is referencing? Also, we are unable to find a detail

Texan Village Drainage

COLLEGE STATION • BRENHAM • FORT WORTH • GEORGETOWN • SAN ANTONIO

Corporate: 401 W 26th Street, Suite 3 / Bryan, Texas 77803 • 979-680-8840 • www.gessnerengineering.com

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for the (3) concrete flumes, that are referenced on sheet C300 (2 locations) and C301.

Regarding the flume on sheet C301 can you also provide the length of the flume?

• ‘Rectangular Channel Detail’ is referencing the Curb-O-Let channel detail beneath.

• Additional dimensions have been provided for the concrete flume; a detail for the flume has been added to Sheet C601.

6. Will junction boxes be required to be purchased as a precast product or poured in place construction?

• Junction boxes can be either precast product or cast-in-place.

7. Will splash blocks be required to be poured in place or can precast products be purchased?

• General pre-cast splash blocks would work.

8. Will all existing downspouts not receiving modification be required to receive a splash block?

• All the downspouts are to be replaced with splash blocks, within the project area, regardless of the condition. Sheet C006 has been updated.

9. Are there any irrigation system as-builts available?

• There is no irrigation as-built available. Contractor shall verify and identify of the existing irrigation lines and valves. All irrigation systems shall be protected during the construction. Any damage caused by construction shall be repaired or replaced at contractor’s expense. Please reference notes on C000.

10. Does the campus have any need for any spoils from this project?

• The campus has no need for any spoils from this project.

11. Please advise where contractors will be allowed to park during both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of construction.

• Contractor parking and staging shall be coordinated with the Owner.

12. Please confirm the 8" storm line spanning across the parking lot between Building 1 and

Building 2 is to be included in Phase 1 as discussed during the site walk in lieu of Phase 2 as shown on sheet C005.

• Yes. 8” storm across the parking between Building 1 and 2 can be included as part of Phase 1 construction.

13. Hydroexcavation Note 2 on sheet C000 indicates hydroexcavation shall be used when excavating within the vicinity of existing utilities, tree roots, or irrigation lines. Please confirm hydroexcavation is required for all of the new storm lines throughout the project in accordance with these parameters.

• Hydroexcavation is required for all of the new storm lines throughout the construction area.

14. It was discussed during the site walk that bottom 10' of existing damaged downspouts should be replaced. Please confirm the quantity/locations of damaged downspouts replacements to include in our proposal and provide a basis of design.

• All the downspouts are to be replaced, within the project area, regardless of the condition. Sheet C006 has been updated. Replace entire downspout.

15. The Downspout Schedule Tables on sheet C006 include a "Bid - Alternate" column. Please confirm the items indicated "yes" are to be priced as an add alternate. If so, please provide an updated bid form with a space for the alternate pricing.

• Bid alternate has been removed.

Texan Village Drainage

COLLEGE STATION • BRENHAM • FORT WORTH • GEORGETOWN • SAN ANTONIO

Corporate: 401 W 26th Street, Suite 3 / Bryan, Texas 77803 • 979-680-8840 • www.gessnerengineering.com

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16. There is an existing campus wayfinding sign installed at the plan southwest corner of Building 1 that is potentially in conflict with the proposed new underground storm drainage system.

Please advise if the sign and associated concrete foundation should be removed and reinstalled or if the new storm drain piping should be rerouted to avoid conflict with the existing sign.

• The existing campus wayfinding sign should not be in the way of the proposed storm routing. If so, the proposed storm routing will be updated in the area to avoid the conflict.

17. Please confirm the extents of the existing irrigation throughout the construction area or provide irrigation as built drawings if available.

• An as-built drawing for irrigation is not available. The contractor needs to field-verify and protect all the existing irrigation features.

18. The note on sheet C300 indicates to fill with topsoil around eroded areas underneath downspouts. Sodding note #2 on sheet C000 indicates to provide minimum 4" topsoil prior to sod installation. Please advise if it is acceptable to reuse existing topsoil and use any spoils from utility trenching for infill as required or if all new topsoil is required throughout.

• Yes, it is acceptable.

19. Additional note #5 on sheet C501 indicates construction supplies shall not be stored on streets, sidewalks, or other impervious surfaces; however, it was discussed during the site walk that the contractor would be allowed to use part of the existing parking lot as a temporary lay down area during construction. Please confirm this is acceptable.

• Yes. The contractor shall coordinate with the Owner on the exact parking areas to be used as a temporary laydown yard.

20. Please provide a curb patch back detail.

• A curb patch back/repair detail will be provided in Addendum 01.

21. Please advise if new concrete splash pads are to be pre-cast or cast in place. If pre-cast, please provide a basis of design if applicable. If cast--in-place, please provide a fabrication detail.

• A general pre-cast concrete splash pad is acceptable (for example, 3”x12”x20” concrete splash block). It needs to be reviewed and approved by the engineer during the submittal process.

22. Please confirm the VetHUB goal for this project is 0%. If so, please advise if a Method A VetHUB Subcontracting Plan is acceptable with 0% VetHUB participation.

• Please see the current VetHUB goals below:

i. Special trade construction contracts 0.50%

ii. Professional services contracts 0.50%

iii. Other services contracts 0.50%

iv. Commodities contracts 0.75%

The contractor shall reference HUB coordinator for HSP questions.

Texan Village Drainage

COLLEGE STATION • BRENHAM • FORT WORTH • GEORGETOWN • SAN ANTONIO

Corporate: 401 W 26th Street, Suite 3 / Bryan, Texas 77803 • 979-680-8840 • www.gessnerengineering.com

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Contract Document Changes:

o Updated CSP Part 1 – Proposal Form and Pricing Schedule o Updated Special Conditions:

▪ Section 3.0 Work Hours: Non-working days have been added to this section, o Updated Construction Drawings

▪ C006: Updated downspout schedule table and notes; removed bid alternate.

▪ C102: Addition of approximate dimensions for concrete flume.

▪ C601: Addition of concrete flume detail.

▪ C601: Addition of curb repair detail.

By: __________________________________ Chaoliang Zhang, PE

April 10, 2026

SSC Services for Education Facilities Services Revised 2/2024

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SSC SERVICES FOR EDUCATION

COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSAL

PART 1

PROPOSAL FORM & PRICING SCHEDULE

SECTION 00 42 13

Tarleton State University – Stephenville, TX Project No.: 07-25-0116 Project Title: Texan Village Drainage

__________________________________________doing business as _________________________________

Business Name (Corporation, Partnership or Individual) hereby proposes to furnish and install all work required by the Contract Documents that includes, SSC Uniform General and Supplementary Conditions ("UGSC"), SSC Special Conditions, the Drawings, the Project Manual/Specifications and any Addenda issued prior to the Proposal.

The "Total Contract Cost" shall include the cost of delivery, insurance, bonds, taxes, labor, materials, supervision, overhead, profit, incidentals and the use of all equipment and tools required to complete the work. The proposed Contract Cost, indicated in the Pricing Schedule included shall constitute full compensation for work required by the Contract Documents and the Addenda.

• The RESPONDENT certifies that this proposal is made in good faith, without collusion or connection with any other person or persons offering a proposal for the same work, and that it is made in pursuance of and subject to all the terms and conditions of the Construction Documents for the work to be accomplished, all of which have been examined by the RESPONDENT.

• All work required by the Contract Documents and enumerated in the Pricing Schedule included, whether specifically mentioned, included by implication or appurtenant thereto, shall be performed by the RESPONDENT, irrespective of whether it is named in the Pricing Schedule.

• The Proposal will remain subject to acceptance for 90 calendar days after submittal, or for such longer time as the RESPONDENT may agree to in writing upon request by the Owners Designated Representative

(ODR).

• The RESPONDENT will submit a construction schedule and execute the contract within 10 business days after notification of contract award.

• Proposal amounts must be shown in both written words and figures. In case of discrepancy, the amount shown in words will govern.

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DESCRIPTION TOTAL PRICE

Contractor must list an amount for each line item as required for the scope of this project OR bid will be disqualified for being incomplete. Blank division entries are acceptable if the division is not in the scope of work.

Division 01 - General Requirements

Division 02 - Existing Conditions

Division 03 - Concrete

Division 04 - Masonry

Division 05 - Metals

Division 06 - Wood, Plastics and Composites

Division 07 - Thermal and Moisture Protection

Division 08 - Openings

Division 09 - Finishes

Division 10 - Specialties

Division 11 - Equipment

Division 12 - Furnishings

Division 13 - Special Construction

Division 14 - Conveying Equipment

Division 21 - Fire Suppression

Division 22 - Plumbing

Division 23 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Division 25- Integrated Automation

Division 26 - Electrical

Division 27 - Communications

Division 28 - Electronic Safety and Security

Division 31 - Earthwork

Division 32 - Exterior Improvements

Division 33 - Utilities

Division 34 - Transportation

Division 44 - Pollution Control Equipment

Division 45 - Industry-Specific Manufacturing Equipment

BASE PROPOSAL AMOUNT

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SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION DATE

After Commitment Approval or Notice to Proceed is issued by SSC Services for Education, all of the work shall be substantially completed per items below. Number of days listed must include materials & equipment lead times and construction duration. Final Completion shall be achieved within 30 consecutive calendar days after the date of Substantial Completion as determined by the ODR.

Option A – ITEM NO. 1 - PHASE 1 & PHASE 2 COMPLETED PER CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS The amount for the complete construction of Texan Village Drainage, perform phase 1 & then phase 2 to follow substantial completion of phase 1, including all general, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work indicated on the drawings by Gessner dated 2/27/2024:

(CONTRACTOR TO INDICATE ALTERNATE AS AN ADD OR DEDUCT ALONG WITH A DOLLAR AMOUNT AND A NUMBER OF DAYS. IF THAT NUMBER IS “0”, CONTRACTOR MUST WRITE “0”. ITEMS LEFT BLANK WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR BEING INCOMPLETE.)

Amount:_________________________________________________________________________ Dollars ________________ Calendar Days

Option B – ITEM NO. 2 – PHASE 1 ONLY The amount for the complete construction of Texan Village Drainage associated with Phase 1 only, including all general, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work indicated on the drawings by Gessner dated 2/27/2024:

(CONTRACTOR TO INDICATE ALTERNATE AS AN ADD OR DEDUCT ALONG WITH A DOLLAR AMOUNT AND A NUMBER OF DAYS. IF THAT NUMBER IS “0”, CONTRACTOR MUST WRITE “0”. ITEMS LEFT BLANK WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR BEING INCOMPLETE.)

Amount:_________________________________________________________________________ Dollars

Option C – ITEM NO. 3 – PHASE 2 ONLY The amount for the complete construction of Texan Village Drainage associated with Phase 2 only (assumes Phase 1 has been completed, or that all required Phase 1 deliverables and dependencies will be provided by TSU prior to Phase 2 initiation), including all general, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work indicated on the drawings by Gessner dated 2/27/2024:

(CONTRACTOR TO INDICATE ALTERNATE AS AN ADD OR DEDUCT ALONG WITH A DOLLAR AMOUNT AND A NUMBER OF DAYS. IF THAT NUMBER IS “0”, CONTRACTOR MUST WRITE “0”. ITEMS LEFT BLANK WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR BEING INCOMPLETE.)

Amount:_________________________________________________________________________ Dollars

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ADDENDA – Contractor must list number of Addenda issued.

Respondent has received the following Addenda to the Request for Proposals, but agrees and understands that it will be responsible for performing the Work in accordance with all terms and conditions in all Addenda issued in connection with the Request for Proposals, and that it’s Proposal will be construed to include all requirements of all such Addenda.

Addenda No.(s)

NOTE: Failure to acknowledge Addenda does not release Contractor from financial obligation to complete all Addenda.

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The undersigned Respondent has carefully examined and considered the Project Site and relevant conditions and circumstances for the Work, information and requirements set out in the Request for Proposals, the Drawings and Project Manual/Specifications, and the requirements of the proposed Contract Documents, including the ODR’s Agreement, the Uniform General and Supplemental Conditions, Special Conditions, and Tex. Gov. Code pertaining to Prevailing Wages Rates, in making this Proposal. Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined in this Proposal Form shall have the same meanings as designated in the Request for Proposals.

The undersigned Proposer further agrees to the following conditions:

1. An incomplete Proposal or one having additional information or other modifications or qualifications inscribed thereon, may be cause for rejection of the entire Proposal.

2. That, if accepted by the Owner ODR, this Proposal becomes a part to the Contract Documents upon the signing of the Contract Agreement, and failing to comply with any part of this Bid will be taken as failure of the Proposer to comply with the Contract Documents, and will be just cause for rejection of the Work.

RESPONDENT:

Company Employer Federal Identification Number (EIN)

By:

Signature

Title Company Phone Number

Date Company Email or Fax Number

Company Contact and Address for Invoice

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SSC SPECIAL CONDITIONS SSC 08/2021

SSC SPECIAL CONDITIONS

TEXAS REGIONAL CAMPUSES

(FOR USE ON ALL PROJECTS)

1.0 GENERAL COORDINATION The following supplements modify, change, delete from or add to the “SSC UNIFORM GENERAL AND SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS.”

Where any Article of the SSC Uniform General and Supplementary Conditions is modified or any paragraph or clause thereof is modified or deleted by these supplements, the unaltered conditions of the article, paragraph, sub-paragraph or clause shall remain in effect.

2.0 LAWS GOVERNING CONSTRUCTION

2.1 Prevailing Wage Schedules: The rates of pay for some classification which prevail in the locality of this Project can be found at http://www.tamus.edu/business/facilities-planning-construction/forms-guidelines-wage-rates/. Contribution by a worker toward retirement plans, health insurance, apprentice programs, etc., are part of the worker’s pay; contributions by the employer are not. Contractors shall identify, briefly describe, and request a predetermination of rates for crafts (or apprentice programs) not included in the wage predetermination found in the link above.

2.2 Apprenticeship Program: Apprentices who are enrolled in a federally certified apprenticeship program may be used at the percentage rates of the journeyman scale stipulated in their apprenticeship agreement.

2.3 Applicable Codes:

• National Fire Protection Association National Fire Codes, with emphasis on NFPA 1 and NFPA 101 - latest edition adopted by State Fire

Marshall, Life Safety Code (LSC) and including all referenced standards.

• International Building Code - latest edition

• NFPA 45 Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals as applicable

• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

• Elimination of Architectural Barriers Act, Article 9102, Texas Civil Statutes and Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS)

• Elevators and Escalators, Health & Safety Code chapter 754 and 16TAC §

• ASME 17.1, 17.2, 17.3 and 18.1

• Boilers, Health & Safety Code chapter 755 and 16TAC § 65

• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

• Americans with Disabilities Act, 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services, Final Rule, as published in the Federal Register Friday, July 26, 1991

• Fair Housing Act accessibility requirements for housing units.

• ACI – 318, building code requirements for reinforced concrete

• AISC, specification for the Design, Fabrication and Erection of http://www.tamus.edu/business/facilities-planning-construction/forms-guidelines-wage-rates/ http://www.tamus.edu/business/facilities-planning-construction/forms-guidelines-wage-rates/

Structural Steel

• Texas Department of Insurance requirements First Tier Coastal Counties wind load criteria

• FEMA 100 year flood plain designation

• TCEQ SWPPP Requirements

• International Mechanical Code latest edition

• International Plumbing Code latest edition

• International Fuel Gas Code latest edition

• ASHRAE 62.1 Indoor Air Quality Standard

• FM Global Standards for fire protection systems

• National Electric Code latest edition

• TIA/EIA Standards

• Energy Conservation Design Standard for New State Buildings (including major renovation projects), State Comptroller’s Office, Government Code sec. 447.004 and 34 TAC § 19.32

• ASHRAE / IESNA 90.1 latest adopted Edition

• International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) latest adopted edition

(Residential/Apartments)

• SECO Alternative Energy Evaluation Requirements

• SECO Water Efficiency Standards for State Buildings and Institutions of

Higher Education Facilities - January 2011

• Design in accordance with good practice to achieve conventional ambient noise levels qualified in Noise Criteria (NC) defined in current ASHRAE

Applications Volume, Chapter 42 and ANSI S1.8 Reference Quantities for

Acoustical Levels – ASA 84.

3.0 WORK HOURS

3.1 Work Hours: Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, exclusive of University holidays. Project Work may be permitted on holidays at the option of University at no additional cost to the ODR or University, with prior written request and approval from the ODR at least 48 hours before the start of the holiday work.

3.1.1 The Contractor may be allowed additional, or varied work hours, with prior written requested approval by the ODR.

3.1.2 The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the Project Work indicated and allow for University occupancy and use during the construction.

3.2 Non-working days: The following dates shall be designated as non-working days for this

Project:

July 31 through August 1

August 14 through August 18

No construction activities shall be performed during these periods without prior written approval from the Owner. The Contractor shall plan and schedule the Work accordingly and shall not be entitled to additional compensation or time extensions due to impacts associated with these non-working days. Any request to perform work during these periods must be submitted in advance for review and approval and shall comply with all applicable Contract requirements.

3.3 Occupancy: Adjacent spaces of facilities may be occupied during the entire performance period of the contract. Cooperate fully with the University representative and ODR during performance of work to minimize conflict and to facilitate University usage. SAFETY is of a paramount concern. It is the sole responsibility of the Contractor to provide protective coverings, passage ways, barriers and any and all provisions as required to maintain required

ADA/TAS approved means of egress and access and maintain all building exits as required by applicable Life Safety Codes. The Contractor is to coordinate with the ODR all work that may possibly affect building occupancy or continued SAFE use. Contractor is to provide

ODR advanced scheduling as required to successful notify facility administrative staff of his activities related to the Work. Contractor is to adequately staff and incorporate into his

Proposal all additional labor, materials, and equipment required under this section.

4.0 UTILITIES

4.1 Utility Outage: When a utility outage affecting occupied facilities is necessary to perform the Project Work unless agreed upon prior to performing the work, the Contractor shall give written notice to ODR five (5) days in advance of a scheduled outage. Unless noted otherwise, the Contractor will perform disconnection and reconnection of utilities.

4.2 All information and documents regarding existing underground utilities, known to the ODR, will be made available to the Contractor. Contractor will be responsible for locating, marking, and protecting all underground utility lines during construction.

4.3 Should Contractor discover “Unknown Utilities”, promptly notify the ODR’s personnel for direction. Such piping systems and lines shall be treated as outlined above.

4.4 Procedures for notification if utility lines or piping systems are damaged during construction:

4.4.1 Appropriate University Communications Entity, SSC Project Manager (or SSC office if PM is unavailable) and 911 if gas lines are damaged.

4.4.2 ODR Project Manager.

4.4.3 If unavailable, notify SSC.

5.0 COMMUNICATIONS AND DATA Work on telephone, fiber optic lines, data lines and other communication systems must be performed by designated University Vendor or

University personnel if available. The Contractor shall coordinate his work with these agencies through the ODR.

6.0 COORDINATION WITH OTHER WORK

6.1 Coordination: Contractor shall coordinate work with the ODR, prior to beginning any Project

Work. Additionally, prior to starting work each day, the Contractor’s superintendent shall inform and coordinate with the ODR and others as may be required.

6.2 Contractor will be required to coordinate construction activities with other contractors and agencies under the direction of the ODR or University personnel. This will include but is not limited to telephone, custodial, fire alarm, equipment maintenance, and grounds maintenance.

6.3 Contractor will be required to provide initial waxing of hardwood flooring per manufacturer’s requirements.

7.0 CRANES When a crane is necessary to perform the contract work, the crane delivery, placement and lift dates shall be coordinated with the ODR, and appropriate University personnel as required, and others as may be required such as Texas Department of

Transportation and City Officials. The Contractor shall give written notice to ODR twenty-one (21) days in advance of a required crane placement and lift. The Contractor shall submit a crane lift plan (“Crane Lift Plan”) with the written notice of crane placement and lift. The

Crane Lift Plan shall show the proposed crane location during the lift, the area of boom swing proposed for the lift, location and types of barricades, and affected streets, sidewalks, parking areas, and buildings. The area of boom swing shall be depicted as the arc of the boom for the proposed swing with a radius of the boom length if the boom were in the horizontal. Contractor shall comply with OSHA and ANSI safety standards for cranes.

8.0 PARKING, STORAGE, AND SITE RESTRICTIONS

8.1 Confine operations at the site to the areas permitted under the Contract Documents. Portions of the site beyond areas for which work is indicated are not to be disturbed. Comply with

Owner’s requirements concerning the Contractor’s operations and use of the premises, parking, loading and unloading.

8.1.1 Keep existing driveways and entrances serving the adjacent facilities and parking spaces clear and available to the visitors, staff and service vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or for storage of materials.

8.1.2 Keep all storage areas free of debris, refuse, spills, leaks, stains, splashes and excess materials. All storage areas shall be maintained in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Do not unreasonably encumber the site with materials or equipment.

Stockpiling of materials and the locations of storage sheds, trailers, or temporary field offices shall be confined to the area designated, area(s) shall be coordinated with ODR.

8.1.3 Contractor storage and parking are at the job site in an area to be designated by

ODR. Parking is not allowed on sidewalks, drives, or roadways. Do not block parking spaces. Contractor shall comply with the requirements of the coordination agreement plan presented at the preconstruction meeting.

8.1.4 Lock automobiles and other mechanized or motorized construction equipment, when parked and unattended, to prevent unauthorized use. Do not leave vehicles or equipment unattended with the motor running or the ignition key in place. Contractor shall not allow any construction equipment to park on adjacent streets at night.

8.1.5 Designated roads shall be used for construction traffic. Contractor shall not close, block, or otherwise obstruct roads at any time without written permission of ODR and where required, the local City Officials. Contractor shall keep all debris and mud off all sidewalks and streets. Immediately clean all debris and mud that is a result of contract operations.

9.0 EXISTING FACILITIES AND CONDITIONS Maintain the existing facilities in a safe and clean condition throughout the period work is being performed.

9.1 If available, areas designated around, or near the building will be made available for contractor staging and dumpsters. Coordinate with the ODR.

9.2 Prior to commencement of Project work, inspect areas in which work will be performed.

Document and photograph existing conditions of structure, surfaces, equipment, and condition of surrounding properties, which could be misconstrued as damage resulting from demolition work or other contract operations. Inspection shall be verified, signed by, and filed with the Owner or ODR prior to starting work.

9.3 Any damage to the existing grounds or facilities caused by construction traffic or any construction operations shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor to match or exceed existing undamaged conditions at no additional cost to the ODR or University.

9.4 Contractor shall ensure that building plumbing systems within scope of work, are protected from freeze damage during periods of temperatures at or below freezing.

9.5 Structural Building Components: Unless indicated on the Contract Documents, do not cut or modify any structural building component (e.g. column, beam, floor slab) without prior approval of the Project structural engineer. If an existing structural component is accidentally cut, the remedial design work shall be by a professional structural engineer licensed in the State of Texas. The Contractor is responsible for engaging the structural engineer and for payment of all design fees. The structural engineer shall be acceptable to the ODR and all structural designs shall be submitted to the ODR for review and approval.

9.5.1 Core Drilling: Contractor must x-ray or use ground penetrating radar (“GPR”) to locate rebar, post tensioned cables, conduits and other embedded items prior to core drilling slabs. Survey floor and pilot drill to locate all embedded items, rebar, conduits and post tensioned cables prior to core drilling slabs. Items damaged as a result of core drilling shall be repaired as specified in paragraph

9.5, structural building components at no additional cost to the Project.

9.6 Endangered Species: No activity is authorized that is likely to jeopardize the continued existence of a threatened or endangered species as listed or proposed for listing under the

Federal Endangered Species Act (ESA), and/or the State of Texas Parks and Wildlife Code on Endangered Species, or to destroy or adversely modify the habitat of such species.

Contractor shall notify ODR of any planned construction activities that might affect endangered species.

9.6.1 If a threatened or endangered species is encountered during construction, the

Contractor shall immediately cease work in the area of the encounter and notify the ODR, who will immediately implement actions in accordance with endangered species act and applicable State statutes. These actions shall include reporting the encounter to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and obtaining any necessary approvals or permits to enable the work to continue. The Contractor shall not resume work in the area of the encounter until authorized to do so by the ODR.

9.7 Airport Restrictions: [Include only when Project site is near an airport] The Contractor shall verify that Construction activities and/or equipment do not constitute an obstruction of hazard to the flight paths of the nearby airport. The Federal Aviation Administration regulates airport airspace which may limit the height or working height of cranes, etc. This limitation is determined by FAA formula which, if exceeded, requires notification of and approval by FAA. A preliminary assessment will be provided, upon Contractor request, by the Airport Manager or other authority based on the construction equipment proposed to be used.

9.8 Archeological Discoveries: No activity which may affect a State Archeological Landmark is authorized until the Owner has complied with the provisions of the Texas Antiquities

Code. The Owner has previously coordinated with the appropriate agencies and impacts to known cultural or archeological deposits have been avoided or mitigated. However, the

Contractor may encounter unanticipated cultural or archeological deposits during

Construction. Should an encounter occur the Contractor shall cease all work in the affected area and immediately notify the ODR. The ODR will take the appropriate notification steps and work will not resume until authorized by the ODR.

9.9 Underground Utilities

9.9.1 In accordance with State Law, all persons performing Work requiring digging or ground penetration are required to call 811 in advance and provide detailed information regarding planned Work. Notification shall occur not earlier than the 14th day prior to the date excavation is to begin or later than 48 hours before the excavation is to begin, excluding weekend and holidays. Additional information can be found at http://www.texas811.org

To increase the level of safety, SSC has a policy that is more strict than State law* and requires an advance locate be performed for 1) any ground penetration on campus, to any depth, when mechanized equipment such as augers, trenchers, excavators, etc. will be used, and 2) for all other ground penetrations to a depth greater than 12 inches. Hand-digging or soft excavation http://www.texas811.org/ is required whenever any excavation is performed to a depth less than 12 inches without a utility locate. An advance utility locate is always required if the excavation will be deeper than 12 inches. In the case of ground penetration resulting from agricultural tilling or other recurring instructional or research-based agricultural work on the campus, an exception to the requirement to perform an advance utility locate will be made after an initial utility locate is performed to determine the area to be tilled or worked is clear of underground utilities.

*State law requires that all persons performing work requiring digging or ground penetration to a depth of 16 inches or more are required to call 811 in advance and provide detailed information regarding planned work. By Texas

Utilities Code, Title 5, Chapter 251 – Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety, a person who intends to excavate shall notify Texas 811 not earlier than the 14th day before the date the excavation is to begin or later than the 48th hour before the time the excavation is to begin, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays. Failure to comply with the Texas Utilities Code could result in a fine up to $1000 for the first offense, in addition to other potential liabilities.

Coordinate with ODR for departments that may perform their own utility locates.

Other third-party systems must also be located prior to excavating or penetrating the ground. A locate request for third-party owned utility systems on campus is initiated by calling 811.

FOR EMERGENCIES: An emergency excavation is sometimes necessary to respond to a situation that endangers life, health or property, or when service to the customer will be interrupted. When an emergency locate is needed on the campus, Texas 811, appropriate University

Communications, and ODR shall be contacted promptly with details of the emergency. The same information required on the Texas 811 Utility

Locate Required Information form under normal conditions will also be required with an emergency.

9.9.1.1 Routine Utility Locate Request Procedure:

9.9.1.1.1 The locate requestor is responsible to clearly mark the site perimeter to be excavated or penetrated, by using water-based white paint and/or white flags, prior to calling Texas 811.

9.9.1.1.2 Call 811 to request a utility locate. After clearly marking the site perimeter where locate will be performed, requestor must have the Texas 811 Utility

Locate Required Information form completed and available.

9.9.1.1.3 The utility locator(s) will mark buried lines with paint and/or flags within the marked excavation perimeter. Utility flag colors are red for electric, orange for telecom, yellow for fuel gas, green for sanitary sewer, and blue for all other water systems.

9.9.1.1.4 The requestor shall not commence any digging, excavation, or ground penetration for at least two full working days (48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays) after the locate request is made.

9.9.1.1.5 If digging, excavation, or ground penetration must be performed more than 14 days after the initial locate is performed, then the requestor/excavator must request another locate at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) in advance of ground penetration so the locate markings can be refreshed.

10.0 FIRE REGULATIONS

10.1 Comply with National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 241 guidelines. The Contractor shall use no explosives or fire in performing the work. Contractor shall understand and comply with OSHA welding and cutting requirements. If hot work is required, a hot work permit shall be obtained.

10.2 Coordinate all work on existing fire alarm and fire suppression systems with the ODR and appropriate University personnel prior to the start of Project Work. Any work that could cause dust, smoke or fumes must be coordinated with the ODR prior to commencing so the fire alarm system can be modified and protected as necessary if system is active. Contractor is required to cover and uncover fire alarm devices daily.

11.0 CLEAN UP The Contractor shall dispose of all trash, debris, refuse, garbage, etc., which is generated by the Contractor during the Project Work. Building sites shall be cleaned on a daily basis and disposal shall be outside the limits of Campus property. Contractor shall routinely empty dumpsters to prevent windblown debris. Disposal shall be by sanitary landfill or other approved methods and shall conform to all local, state, and federal guidelines, criteria, and regulations.

12.0 ENERGY CONSERVATION The Contractor shall use good judgement in the conservation of utilities. Prevailing energy conservation practices shall be adhered to and enforced by the Contractor.

13.0 SPECIAL STORAGE

13.1 Petroleum Storage:

13.1.1 The Contractor shall store all fuel or petroleum products, whether new or used, in appropriate containers and within a bermed area with an impermeable liner (40 mil) or other approved containment measures. All storage areas shall be marked with appropriate signage (i.e., Flammable

Storage - No Smoking Within 50 ft). All fuel tanks and petroleum storage containers shall be structurally sound and in good condition, be kept sealed when not in use, and be grounded and bonded according to NFPA

Requirements.

13.1.2 The containment area shall be sized to hold fluid volume equal to 110% of the largest storage container, with a minimum of one foot of freeboard for earthen berms. The Contractor shall immediately clean up and dispose of any evidence of a fuel or oil spill in conformance with all federal and state regulations at no additional cost to the ODR or Owner. Any areas that incur contamination by any hazardous substance shall be immediately remediated by the contractor at no additional expense to ODR. Any fuel or oil spill shall immediately be reported to the ODR. Costs of all soil tests as a result of spills shall be a responsibility of the contractor.

13.1.3 The Contractor shall remove earthen berms at the completion of the job and restore the area to its original condition.

13.1.4 The Contractor shall keep all other storage areas free of debris, leaks, stains, or splashes. All storage areas shall be maintained in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Remediation may include subsequent soil analysis if directed by

University or the ODR. The Contractor shall store all paints, thinners, solvents and other hazardous materials in a contractor supplied trailer or storage unit, which shall be secured when not in use.

14.0 TESTING Testing indicated in these Contract Documents to be performed by Contractor or the ODR will be performed at the option of ODR. ODR will engage a special inspector and qualified testing and inspecting agency to perform field tests and inspections and prepare test reports.

15.0 SAFETY

15.1 Comply with all applicable Occupations Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Standards and

Regulations.

15.2 For accident reporting, comply with SSC requirements to file written reports and immediately notify ODR and SSC Safety/Risk Manager at 979-575-3879.

15.3 Furnish and install all necessary safeguards to provide safety and protection of the public and Campus property adjacent to the contract work area. Comply with all Applicable Laws related to the safety of the public and University property while performing contract operations.

15.4 Speed Limit: Contractor shall notify all employees and subcontractors of the speed limit of the adjacent streets and ensure all personnel understand and comply with this requirement.

15.5 Temporary Roads and Paved Areas: Construct and maintain temporary roads and paved areas adequate to support loads and to withstand exposure to traffic during contract operations.

15.6 Temporary Traffic Controls: Furnish and install Temporary Traffic Controls (“TTC”) in accordance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (“TMUTCD”).

Submit a TTC plan for vehicular and pedestrian traffic to the ODR and project engineer for approval prior to the start of construction operations. Pedestrian traffic control plans shall provide a safe, convenient and accessible travel path that replicates as nearly as possible the most desirable characteristics of the existing sidewalks or footpaths throughout all phases of construction. Provide for continuous operation of signs and barricades designating restricted or dangerous conditions including but not limited to: illuminated barricades, danger signals, warning signs and obstructions.

15.7 Accessible Routes: Accessible routes for the disabled shall be kept accessible and safe at all times or alternate routes shall be constructed and signed in accordance with the Texas

Accessibility Standards. Revised alternate routes shall require approval by the ODR and

University.

15.8 Site Safety: Do not leave the work areas in an unsecured or unsafe condition at any time during operations. Contractor personnel and equipment operators shall monitor their surroundings at all times and be alert for people moving in or adjacent to contract work areas. Contractor shall use spotters when moving vehicles through the construction sites and no construction vehicles (e.g. backhoes, bobcats, etc.) shall be left unsecured on site.

Contractor shall furnish and install temporary fences, barricades, signs and other required items to:

15.8.1 Warn/notify adjacent building occupants

15.8.2 Protect construction materials

15.8.3 Prevent unauthorized personnel from entering the construction site.

15.8.4 Redirect vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow when required to perform

Work; comply with paragraph 15.5 above, Temporary Traffic Controls TTC.

15.9 Prior to spraying paint, coatings or power washing exterior structures the following criteria shall be met:

15.9.1 Contractor shall provide ODR and University forty eight (48) hours’ notice prior to spraying any material, including primer, paint or coatings.

15.9.2 Consider use of dryfall paint when spray painting large areas of structure

(e.g. metal building frames) or materials by conventional or airless spray.

15.9.3 The Contractor shall provide all necessary barricades, signs, warning of spray area as determined in the preconstruction conference. The Contractor shall set these signs out the night before spraying begins.

15.9.4 The Contractor shall be responsible for the removal of signs and barricades at the completion of the job.

15.9.5 The Contractor shall protect any automobile, bicycle, vehicle or other property which is located in a warning area where contact with the property owner has not been made before the commencement of work.

15.9.6 The Contractor shall employ approved wind screens, protective shrouds and other protection methods during all paint and coating applications. The

Contractor is responsible for all overspray and shall have sole liability where damage occurs as a result of this work.

15.9.7 Spray equipment shall be as recommended by the materials manufacturer.

Spray operations shall be performed only during adequate period calm weather with winds not exceeding 15 miles per hour. Protect all property from overspray or other damage.

15.9.8 To prevent sparking a flammable substance, smoking and other sources of flame near spray painting operations are prohibited and tools shall be properly rated and grounded for work in a spray painting area.

16.0 LANDSCAPING Take appropriate measures to prevent injury to landscaping in or near the worksite. Do not remove or prune any landscaping without the approval from the ODR.

Plants which are damaged during work shall be replaced at no expense to University or the

ODR. Unless required by the contract documents, the ODR shall coordinate removal of all trees, tree branches, shrubs and plants that will interfere the Project Work. Actively nesting birds shall not be disturbed unless approved by the ODR. Disturbing actively nesting migratory birds will also require a permit to be obtained from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife

Service.

17.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

17.1 Compliance with Environmental Laws: The Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, policies and standards (“Applicable Laws”) related to environmental matters. Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with all current Campus and State of Texas Storm Water

Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) regulations. Please refer to the following links:

http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/assets/public/permitting/waterquality/attachments/stormwater/tx r15largepri.pdf https://www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/permitting/stormwater/txr15smallsite.pdf

17.2 PCB Ballast Disposal Requirements: The transporting and disposal of lighting ballasts is subject to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), D.O.T. and State of Texas laws, codes and guidelines. Any ballast that is not specifically marked “No PCB’s” shall be considered to contain PCB’s and shall be transported to an EPA approved incinerator and destroyed by incineration. Contractor shall furnish ODR with copies of tickets before and after transportation and a certificate of destruction from the firm that destroys the ballasts. The disposal company must be approved by the ODR. Contractors involved in projects that include the removal and/or disposal of fluorescent, mercury vapor, or HID Sodium Vapor lamps shall comply with the requirements of this section. Fluorescent lamps have been determined, by the TCEQ, to be hazardous waste and must be managed in accordance with http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/assets/public/permitting/waterquality/attachments/stormwater/txr15largepri.pdf http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/assets/public/permitting/waterquality/attachments/stormwater/txr15largepri.pdf https://www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/permitting/stormwater/txr15smallsite.pdf

40 CFR 260-279, and 30 TAC 330-335. The Contractor shall immediately notify the ODR when activities involving the removal of the aforementioned lamps begin.

17.3 Nuisance and Polluting Activity Prohibited: Polluting, dumping, or discharging of any harmful, nuisance, or regulated materials (such as concrete truck washout, vehicle maintenance fluids, residue from saw cutting operations, solid waste and hazardous substances) into building drains, site drains, streams, waterways, holding ponds or to the ground surface shall not be permitted. The Contractor shall be held responsible for any damages that may result. Further, the Contractor shall conduct activities in such a fashion to avoid creating any legal nuisance, including but not limited to, suppressing noise and dust, controlling erosion, and implementing other measures as necessary to minimize off-site impacts of work activities.

17.4 Asbestos Removal: If, in the process of performing the Work, the Contractor suspects that asbestos has been found, the ODR shall be notified immediately. The ODR shall cause the suspicious material to be tested and, if found to be asbestos, will be responsible for its removal. It will be the Contractor’s responsibility to protect its workers and other persons by regulating access to the affected area. Should the Contractor encounter previously unidentified and suspect asbestos-containing materials (“ACM”), mold, hazardous or potentially hazardous material or suspected lead containing paint which must be disturbed to comply with the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall cease all work that would disturb the suspect material and shall immediately notify the ODR.

17.5 Contractor is responsible for all materials brought on site, including hazardous materials.

All hazardous waste or special waste generated by the Contractor as a result of its operations shall be identified, characterized, containerized and transported to a permitted disposal facility in strict accordance with the requirements of 40 CFR 260-279 (Hazardous waste and used oil regulations), 30 TAC 324, 330-335 (TCEQ Hazardous and Industrial Waste

Regulations).

18.0 COLOR AND MATERIAL SELECTIONS

18.1 No color selections and no material selections will be made by the ODR until the Contractor submits all samples of all materials requiring color selections to the ODR or A/E (if applicable). In addition, prior to the ODR selection colors, the Contractor shall certify in writing that all colors and samples submitted are current, acceptable, and available to the

Contractor for University’s selection.

18.2 Any samples that are not applicable to the work shall be carefully removed from the submittal by the Contractor.