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Project Manual for

USDA-APHIS-PPQ

Moore Air Base Repairs to Water Treatment Facility USDA Contract No: AG-6395-C-16-0119

Edinburg, Texas

Issued for Bidding June 2020

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Project Manual for

USDA-APHIS-PPQ

Moore Air Base Repairs to Water Treatment Facility USDA Contract No: AG-6395-C-16-0119

Edinburg, Texas

Texas Registration #134005 License Expiration Date: 03-31-2020 Texas Firm Registration No. F-174

Texas Registration #116530 License Expiration Date: 12-31-2019 Texas Firm Registration No. F-174

Texas Registration #102678 License Expiration Date: 12-31-2019 Texas Firm Registration No. F-174

June 19, 2020

27100.14.00 TABLE OF CONTENTS

ms1955 SECTION 00 01 10 - Page 1

USDA-APHIS-PPQ

MOORE AIR BASE

REPAIRS TO WATER TREATMENT FACILITY

USDA CONTRACT NO: AG-6395-C-16-0119

EDINBURG, TEXAS

SPECIFICATIONS GROUP

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SUBGROUP

Resp.

Charge Section Title Page

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

LJL 01 11 00 Summary of Work 1 to 2 LJL 01 20 00 Price and Payment Procedures 1 to 2 Request for Information (RFI) Form 1 LJL 01 25 13 Product Substitutions Procedures 1 to 2 Product Substitution Request Form 1 LJL 01 30 00 Administrative Requirements 1 to 3 LJL 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 1 to 7 Submittal Transmittal Form 1 LJL 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 1 to 4 LJL 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 1 to 4 LJL 01 60 00 Product Requirements 1 to 3 LJL 01 70 00 Execution and Closeout Requirements 1 to 4 LJL 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 1 to 2 LJL 01 78 00 Closeout Submittals 1 to 2 LJL 01 78 23 Operating and Maintenance Data 1 to 3

FACILITY SERVICES SUBGROUP

DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

EEL 26 05 00 Common Work Results for Electrical 1 to 25 EEL 26 05 33 Above-Grade Raceway 1 to 7 EEL 26 05 43 Below-Grade Raceway 1 to 8

SITE AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUBGROUP

DIVISION 33

EEL 33 73 29 Pad-Mounted Transformers 1 to 9

PROCESS EQUIPMENT SUBGROUP

DIVISION 40 PROCESS INTEGRATION

DDE 40 05 00 Common Work Results for Process Systems 1 to 8 LJL 40 23 00 Process Water Piping 1 to 9 DDE 40 80 00 Commissioning of Process Systems 1 to 7 DDE 40 91 00 Primary Process Measuring Devices 1 to 6 DDE 40 96 15 Control System Operational Description 1 to 5

DIVISION 43 PROCESS GAS AND LIQUID HANDLING, PURIFICATION, AND STORAGE EQUIPMENT

LJL 43 21 13 Centrifugal Water Pump 1 to 5

DIVISION 46 WATER AND WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT

LJL 46 07 13 Packaged Water Treatment Equipment 1 to 9 LJL 46 30 13 Water Treatment Chemical Feed Equipment 1 to 5

27100.14.00 SUMMARY OF WORK

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Work of this Agreement comprises general construction of the following items for Repairs to the Water Treatment Facility located at Moore Air Base in Edinburg, Texas, for USDA.

1. Addition of second package water treatment unit.

2. Modifications to existing package treatment unit to allow for automatic operation from existing control panel.

3. New raw water pump and motor.

4. Modifications to existing Alum chemical feed system to include addition of second chemical feed pump and new pump panel to accommodate two feed pumps.

5. Modifications to existing chlorine dioxide chemical feed system.

6. Associated electrical and controls work including modifications to existing panels, reconnection of existing wiring, and installation of new electrical/control equipment as required for complete system.

7. Conduit, cabling and terminations between existing Water Plant No. 1 control panel and new Water Plant No. 2 junction box as shown on drawings and as required.

8. Additional piping and valves and/or modification of existing piping, as required, for Water Plant Units 1 and 2. Contractor to provide piping. Valves and electric actuators (or solenoid) are provided by Water Plant supplier for Contractor to install with appropriate wiring and conduit.

9. Additional instrumentation to match existing Water Plant No. 1 instruments/control means to New Water Plant No. 2. Materials provided by Water Plant supplier for Contractor to install with appropriate wiring and conduit as required.

10. Modifications to the existing Raw Water Pump (RWP) Control Panel to accommodate third RWP and automatic operation.

1.02 EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. There are existing stub-up conduits routed subfloor between the two skids’ general footprints. These are for use in connecting the new skid to the existing.

B. Some cables and conductors intended for connection to Water Plant No. 2 Junction Box are already installed in Water Plant No. 1 Control Panel.

1.03 AGREEMENT

A. Construct Work under single lump sum Agreement.

1.04 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Construct Work in stages to accommodate Owner's use of premises during construction period;

coordinate construction schedule and operations with Owner's Representative. Schedule Work to minimize interruptions to utility service.

1.05 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. Contractor shall have complete and exclusive use of premises for execution of Work.

B. Limit Contractor's use of premises for Work and for storage, to allow for Owner occupancy.

C. Existing facilities: Water treatment plant will be in operation throughout execution of this Contract.

Schedule and conduct work to minimize interference with operation and maintenance. Construction activity, insofar as practicable, shall not interfere with operation of treatment plant.

D. Coordinate use of premises under direction of Owner’s Representative. Contractor shall confine construction equipment, storage of materials and equipment and operations of workers to areas

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E. Assume full responsibility for protection and safekeeping of items under this Agreement, stored on Site.

F. Move any stored items, under Contractor's control, which interfere with operations of Owner or separate contractor.

G. Obtain and pay for use of additional storage or Work areas needed for operations.

1.06 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Owner will occupy premises during entire period of construction for conduct of its normal operations.

Cooperate with Owner's Representative in all construction operations to minimize conflict, and to facilitate Owner usage.

B. Maintain existing water treatment service in substantially continuous operation during construction, making and removing temporary connections as necessary.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

END OF SECTION

27100.14.00 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit a printed schedule on Contractor's standard form or electronic media.

B. Submit Schedule of Values in duplicate within 15 days after date of Owner-Contractor Agreement.

C. Include within each line item, a direct proportional amount of Contractor's overhead and profit.

D. Revise schedule to list approved Change Orders, with each Application for Payment.

1.02 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Submit Contractor's electronic media driven form.

B. Content and format: Use Schedule of Values for listing items in Application for Payment.

C. Submit an updated construction schedule with each Application for Payment.

D. Payment period: Submit at intervals stipulated in Agreement.

E. Submit with transmittal letter as specified for Submittals in Section 01 33 00.

1.03 CHANGE PROCEDURES

A. Submittals: Submit name of individual authorized to receive change documents, and be responsible for informing others in Contractor's employ or Subcontractors of changes to Work.

B. Engineer will advise of minor changes in Work not involving an adjustment to Contract Price or Contract Time by issuing supplemental instructions on Engineer’s Instruction to Contractor (ITC) Form.

C. Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for change to Engineer, describing proposed change and its full effect on Work. Include a statement describing reason for change, and effect on Contract Price and Contract Time with full documentation and a statement describing effect on Work by separate or other contractors. Document any requested substitutions in accordance with Section 01 60 00.

D. Stipulated price Change Order: Based on proposal request and Contractor's fixed price quotation or Contractor's request for a Change Order as approved by Engineer.

E. Unit price Change Order: For contract unit prices and quantities, Change Order will be executed on a fixed unit price basis. For unit costs or quantities of units of work which are not pre-determined, execute Work under a Construction Change Directive. Changes in Contract Price or Contract Time will be computed as specified for Time and Material Change Order.

F. Construction Change Directive: Engineer may issue a directive, instructing Contractor to proceed with a change in Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order. Document will describe changes in Work, and designate method of determining any change in Contract Price or Contract Time. Promptly execute change.

G. Time and material Change Order: Submit itemized account and supporting data after completion of change, within time limits indicated in Conditions of Contract. Engineer will determine change allowable in Contract Price and Contract Time as provided in Contract Documents.

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H. Maintain detailed records of work done on time and material basis. Provide full information required for evaluation of proposed changes, and to substantiate costs for changes in Work.

I. Document each quotation for a change in cost or time with sufficient data to allow evaluation of quotation.

J. Change Order Forms: EJCDC C-941 Change Order.

K. Execution of Change Orders: Engineer will issue Change Orders for signatures of parties as provided in Conditions of Contract.

L. Correlation of Contractor submittals:

1. Promptly revise Schedule of Values and Application for Payment forms to record each authorized

Change Order as a separate line item and adjust Contract Price.

2. Promptly revise progress schedules to reflect any change in Contract Time, revise sub-schedules to adjust times for other items of work affected by change, and resubmit.

3. Promptly enter changes in Project Record Documents.

1.04 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

A. Questions regarding conflicts or intent of the Contract Documents shall be submitted by Contractor on attached Request for Information (RFI) form. RFIs received after 2:00 pm EST will be considered received the next business day for calculating suspense date.

1.05 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace Work, or portions of Work, not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in opinion of Engineer, it is not practical to remove and replace Work, Engineer will direct an appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

C. Authority of Engineer to assess defect and identify payment adjustment, is final.

D. Nonpayment for rejected products: Payment will not be made for rejected products for any of following:

1. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

2. Products determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products not completely unloaded from transporting vehicle.

4. Products placed beyond lines and levels of required Work.

5. Products remaining on hand after completion of Work.

6. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

SC2656 R1 0503

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

RFI No.:

Contract No.

and Name:

Date:

Contractor: Owner:

Engineer:

Subject:

Drawing Reference: Spec Section:

Information Required (Be Specific):

Contractor Representative Date

Reply:

Engineer Representative Date

THIS IS NOT A CHANGE IN SCOPE AUTHORIZATION. IF, IN YOUR OPINION, THIS RESPONSE INVOLVES WORK WHICH CHANGES THE CONTRACT PRICE OR TIME, YOU MUST SUBMIT A PROPOSAL OR A NOTICE AS REQUIRED

IN THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS.

27100.14.00 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS PROCEDURES

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1.01 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. For period of 30 days after effective date of Agreement, Engineer will consider formal requests from Contractor for substitution of products in place of those specified. After end of that period, requests will be considered only in case of product unavailability or other conditions beyond control of Contractor.

B. Submit request for substitution for consideration using attached Product Substitution Request Form.

Limit each request to one proposed Substitution. Support each request with:

1. Complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitutions with requirements stated in

Contract Documents. Burden of proof is on proposer.

a. Product identification, including manufacturer's name and address.

b. Manufacturer's literature; identify:

1) Product description.

2) Reference standards.

3) Performance and test data.

c. Samples, as applicable.

d. Name and address of similar projects on which product has been used, and date of each installation.

2. Itemized comparison of proposed substitution with product specified; list significant variations.

3. Data relating to changes in construction schedule.

4. Any effect of substitution on separate contracts.

5. List of changes required in other work or products.

6. Accurate cost data comparing proposed substitution with product specified. Amount of any net change to Contract Price.

7. Designation of required license fees or royalties.

8. Designation of availability of maintenance services, sources, or replacement materials.

C. Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance when:

1. They are indicated or implied on Shop Drawings.

2. They are requested directly by Subcontractor or supplier.

3. Acceptance will require substantial revision of Contract Documents.

D. Substitute products shall not be ordered or installed without written notification from Engineer of Owner's acceptance.

E. Engineer will determine acceptability of proposed substitutions.

1.02 CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATION

A. In making formal request for substitution Contractor represents that:

1. It has investigated proposed product and has determined that it is equal to or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. It will provide same warranties or Bonds for substitution as for product specified or as required by

Owner.

3. It will coordinate installation of accepted substitution into Work, and will make such changes as may be required for Work to be complete in all respects.

4. It waives claims for additional costs caused by substitution which may subsequently become apparent.

5. Cost data is complete and includes related costs under its Agreement, but not:

a. Costs under separate contracts.

b. Engineer's costs for redesign or revision of Contract Documents.

6. It will reimburse Owner for charges of Engineer or Engineer's consultants for evaluating any proposed substitute, whether proposed substitute is accepted or rejected.

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1.03 ENGINEER DUTIES

A. Review Contractor's requests for substitution with reasonable promptness and advise Owner.

B. Notify Contractor in writing of Owner's decision to accept or reject requested substitution.

PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION REQUEST FORM

To:

Project:

Specified Item:

Section Page Paragraph Description

The undersigned request consideration of the following:

PROPOSED SUBSTITUTION

Attached data includes product description, specifications, drawings, photographs, performance, and test data adequate for evaluation of the request; applicable portions of the data are clearly identified.

Attached data also includes a description of changes to the Contract Documents that the proposed substitution will require for its proper installation.

The undersigned certifies that the following paragraphs, unless modified by attachments are correct:

1. The proposed substitution does not affect dimensions shown on Drawings.

2. The undersigned will pay for changes to the building design, including engineering design, detailing, and construction costs caused by the requested substitution.

3. The proposed substitution will have no adverse affect on other trades, the construction schedule, or specified warranty requirements.

4. Maintenance and service parts will be locally available for the proposed substitution.

The undersigned further states that the function, appearance, and quality of the proposed substitution are equivalent or superior to the specified item.

Submitted by:

Signature For use by Engineer/Architect

Firm � Approved � Approved as noted

Address � Not Approved � Received too late

By

Date Date

Telephone Remarks

Attachments

27100.14.00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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1.01 COORDINATION AND PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of the various sections of the Project Manual to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements, with provisions for accommodating items installed later.

B. Verify utility requirements and characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

C. Coordinate space requirements, supports, and installation of mechanical and electrical Work which are indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as closely as practicable; place runs parallel with lines of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

D. In finished areas except as otherwise indicated, conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring within the construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

E. Coordinate completion and clean-up of Work of separate sections in preparation for Substantial Completion.

F. After Owner occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective Work and Work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Owner's activities.

1.02 PROJECT SITE ADMINISTRATION

A. Contractor shall provide competent, suitably qualified personnel to survey and lay out Work and perform construction as required by Contract Documents. Contractor shall at all times maintain good discipline and order at site.

B. Except in connection with safety or protection of persons or Work or property at site or adjacent thereto, and except as otherwise indicated in Contract Documents, all Work at site shall be performed during regular working hours, and Contractor shall not permit overtime work or performance of Work on Saturday, Sunday, or any legal holiday without Owner's written consent given after prior written notice to Engineer.

C. Incompetent or incorrigible employees shall be dismissed from Work by Contractor or its representative when requested by Engineer, and such persons shall not again be permitted to return to Work without written consent of Engineer.

D. Workmanship shall be of best quality.

1.03 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Employ a Land Surveyor licensed in the State of Texas and acceptable to Owner.

B. Contractor shall locate and protect survey control and reference points. Promptly notify Engineer of any discrepancies discovered.

C. Control datum for survey is that shown on Drawings.

D. Verify set-backs and easements; confirm drawing dimensions and elevations.

E. Provide field engineering services. Establish elevations, lines, and levels, utilizing recognized engineering survey practices.

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F. Submit a copy of site drawing and certificate signed by the Land Surveyor that the elevations and locations of the Work are in conformance with the Contract Documents.

G. Maintain a complete and accurate log of control and survey work as it progresses.

H. Protect survey control points prior to starting site work; preserve permanent reference points during construction.

I. Promptly report to Owner the loss or destruction of any reference point or relocation required because of changes in grades or other reasons.

J. Replace dislocated survey control points based on original survey control. Make no changes without prior written notice to Engineer.

1.04 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Representatives of Contractor, Subcontractors and suppliers attending meetings shall be qualified and authorized to act on behalf of entity each represents.

B. Preconstruction meeting:

1. Owner will schedule a meeting after 15 days after Notice to proceed.

2. Location: designated by Owner.

3. Attendance:

a. Owner's representative.

b. Resident Project Representative.

c. Engineer, as requested by Owner.

d. Contractor's superintendent.

e. Contractor’s Quality Control and Safety personnel.

f. Major Subcontractors.

g. Major suppliers.

h. Others as appropriate.

4. Agenda:

a. Execution of Owner-Contractor Agreement if not already complete.

b. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.

c. Distribution of Contract Documents.

d. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

e. Designation of personnel representing the parties in Contract.

f. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

g. Scheduling.

5. Owner will prepare meeting agenda and Contractor shall record minutes and distribute copies within 2 days after meeting to participants, with copies to Engineer, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

C. Site mobilization meeting:

1. Owner will schedule a meeting at the Project site prior to Contractor occupancy.

2. Attendance required: Owner, Contractor, Contractor's Superintendent, and major Subcontractors.

3. Agenda:

a. Use of premises by Owner and Contractor.

b. Owner's requirements.

c. Construction facilities and controls provided by Owner.

d. Temporary utilities provided by Owner.

e. Security and housekeeping procedures.

f. Schedules.

g. Application for payment procedures.

h. Procedures for testing.

i. Procedures for maintaining record documents.

j. Requirements for start-up of equipment.

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k. Inspection and acceptance of equipment put into service during construction period.

4. Contractor shall record minutes and distribute copies within 2 days after meeting to participants, with copies to Engineer, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

D. Progress meetings:

1. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at periodic intervals.

2. Owner will hold called meetings as required by progress of Work.

3. Location of meetings: Project field office of Owner.

4. Contractor will prepare agenda with copies for participants

5. Attendance:

a. Engineer, and its professional consultants as needed.

b. Contractor and Subcontractors as appropriate to agenda.

c. Suppliers as appropriate to agenda.

d. Others.

6. Suggested agenda:

a. Review, approval of minutes of previous meeting.

b. Review of Work progress since previous meeting.

c. Field observations, problems, conflicts.

d. Problems which impede construction schedule.

e. Review of off-site fabrication, delivery schedules.

f. Corrective measures and procedures to regain projected schedule.

g. Revisions to construction schedule.

h. Progress, schedule, during succeeding Work period.

i. Coordination of schedules.

j. Review submittal schedules; expedite as required.

k. Maintenance of quality standards.

l. Pending changes and substitutions.

m. Review proposed changes for:

1) Effect on construction schedule and on completion date.

2) Effect on other contracts of Project.

3) Other business.

7. Contractor shall record minutes and distribute copies within 2 days after meeting to participants, with copies to Engineer, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND COMPONENTS

A. Motors: Specific motor type is specified in individual specification sections.

B. Wiring Terminations: Provide terminal lugs to match branch circuit conductor quantities, sizes, and materials indicated. Include lugs for terminal box.

C. Cord and Plug: Provide minimum 6' (2 m) cord and plug including grounding connector for connection to electric wiring system. Cord of longer length is specified in individual specification sections.

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1.01 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Submit electronically when required by Specification Sections. Contact Engineer as listed below for submittal instructions. An FTP/FTA site or direct posting site will be provided after award to post submittals and to receive return submittals:

1. Consulting Engineer

Ms. Angela Romero Email: RomeroAngela@stanleygroup.com Stanley Consultants, Inc.

225 Iowa Avenue Muscatine, Iowa 52761-3764

2. Owners Project Manager Mr. Fikru Taye Email: Fikru.Taye@aphis.usda.gov

USDA, APHIS, ASD, ESB

4700 River Road, Unit 115 (3A-03-41) Riverdale, MD 20737-1238

B. Submittals shall be in English language.

C. Weights, measures, and units shall be English units with SI metric values following in parenthesis.

D. Symbols and drawings shall conform to ANSI Y32.2/IEEE 315/CSA Z99.

1.02 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Review submittals prior to submission.

B. Determine and verify:

1. Field measurements.

2. Field construction criteria.

3. Catalog numbers and similar data.

4. Conformance to Specifications.

C. Coordinate each submittal with other submittals and with requirements of Work and of Contract Documents.

D. Notify Engineer in writing, at time of submission, of any deviations in submittals from requirements of Contract Documents. Any such deviations permitted by Engineer will require modifications of Contract Documents.

E. Provide space on Shop Drawings for Contractor and Engineer stamps.

F. When Shop Drawings are revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

G. Submittals containing language imposing duties on others (such as verification of dimensions or supply of related information) inconsistent with contract language shall be null and void.

H. Submittals shall not be used as media for inquiries for information or for verification of information that must be supplied by others to Contractor. Inquiries or verification of information shall be made by separate Contractor submittal using Request for Information (RFI) process.

I. Begin no fabrication or Work which requires submittal review until return of submittals by Engineer with stamp, as either "Reviewed", “Reviewed as Noted", or “Reviewed as Noted-Resubmit.”

mailto:RomeroAngela@stanleygroup.com

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J. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals that carry Engineer stamp as either "Reviewed" or "Reviewed as Noted" as appropriate. Instruct parties to promptly report any inability to comply with requirements.

K. Submittals not requested will not be recognized or processed.

1.03 ENGINEER DUTIES

A. Review required submittals with reasonable promptness and in accord with schedule, only for general conformance to design concept of Project and compliance with information given in Contract Documents. Review shall not extend to means, methods, sequences, techniques, or procedures of construction or to safety precautions or program incident thereto. Review of a separate item as such will not indicate approval of assembly in which item functions.

B. Affix stamp and initials or signature, and indicate requirements for resubmittal, or review of submittal.

Engineer's action on submittals is classified as follows:

1. Reviewed: Submittal has been reviewed and appears to be in conformance to design concept of

Project and Contract Documents. Contractor may proceed with fabrication of work in submittal.

2. Reviewed As Noted: Submittal has been reviewed and appears to be in conformance to design concept of Project and Contract Documents, except as noted by reviewer. Contractor may proceed with fabrication of work in submittal with modifications and corrections as indicated by reviewer.

3. Reviewed As Noted-Resubmit: Submittal has been reviewed and appears to be in conformance to design concept of Project and Contract Documents, except as noted by reviewer. Contractor may proceed with fabrication of work in submittal with modifications and corrections as indicated by reviewer. Contractor shall make any corrections indicated by reviewer and resubmit for review.

4. Resubmit: Submittal has been reviewed and appears not to be in conformance to design concept of Project or with Contract Documents. Contractor shall not proceed with fabrication of work in submittal, but instead shall make any corrections required by reviewer and resubmit for review.

5. Returned without Review: Submittal is being returned without having been reviewed because: 1) not required by Contract Documents; 2) grossly incomplete; 3) indicates no attempt at conformance to Contract Documents; 4) cannot be reproduced; 5) lacks Contractor's completed approval stamp; or 6) lacks design professional's seal when required by law or Contract Documents. If submittal is required by Contract Documents, Contractor shall not proceed with Work as detailed in submittal, but instead shall correct defects and resubmit for review.

6. For Information Only: Submittal has not been reviewed but is being retained for informational purposes only.

7. Void: Submittal is voided because it is no longer required or has been superseded by another submittal.

C. Return one electronic copy of submittals to Contractor. Contractor shall make additional distribution as required.

D. Review of submittals shall not relieve Contractor from responsibility for any variation from Contract Documents unless Contractor has, in writing, called Engineer's attention to such variation at time of submission, and Engineer has given written concurrence pursuant to Contract Documents to specific variation, nor shall any concurrence by Engineer or other reviewer relieve Contractor from responsibility for errors or omissions in submittals.

1.04 SHOP DRAWINGS SUBMITTALS

A. Submit for review for limited purpose of checking for conformance to information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents. Produce copies and distribute in accordance with article “Submittal Procedures” and for record documents purposes as described in Section 01 70 00.

B. Designate in construction schedule, or in separate coordinated submittal schedule, dates for submission and dates that reviewed submittals will be needed.

C. Make submittals promptly in accordance with approved schedule, and in such sequence as to cause no delay in Work or in work of other contractors.

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D. Present in clear and thorough manner, complete with respect to dimensions, design criteria, materials of construction, and like information to enable review of information as required.

E. Details shall be identified by reference to sheet and detail, schedule or room numbers shown on Drawings.

F. Indicate special utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

G. Equipment which is identified on Contract Documents with tag number or name shall be identified on Shop Drawing with same tag.

H. Schedule submittals to expedite Project. Coordinate submission of related items.

I. For each submittal for review, allow 14 days to complete review process. RFIs received after 2:00 pm EST will be considered received the next business day for calculating suspense date.

J. Identify variations from Contract Documents and product or system limitations which may be detrimental to successful performance of completed Work.

K. Shop Drawings shall be submitted in electronic format.

1. Submit electronic copy to Engineer via E-mail or post in file-sharing site.

2. Submittal Transmittal form (see pdf attached) shall be provided in Word format for each submittal.

MSWord template will be provided after award.

3. Text documents shall be submitted in .pdf or .tif format.

4. Drawings shall be submitted in .pdf or .tif format.

5. Electronic submittal shall be suitable for reproduction in black and white.

6. Samples may be submitted to Engineer at address given above.

L. Submittals shall contain:

1. Date of submission and dates of any previous submissions.

2. Project title and number.

3. Contract identification.

4. Names of:

a. Contractor.

b. Supplier.

c. Manufacturer.

5. Identification of product, with Specification section number and article number.

6. Field dimensions, clearly identified as such.

7. Relation to adjacent or critical features of Work or materials.

8. Applicable standards, such as ASTM or Federal Specification numbers.

9. Identification of deviations from Contract Documents.

10. Identification of revisions on resubmittals.

11. An 8" x 3" blank space for Contractor and reviewer stamps.

12. Indication of Contractor's approval, initialed or signed, with wording substantially as follows:

"Contractor represents to Owner and Engineer that Contractor has either determined and verified all quantities, dimensions, field construction criteria, materials, catalog numbers, and similar data, or assumes full responsibility for doing so and has reviewed or coordinated each submittal with requirements of Work and Contract Documents."

13. If Contract Documents include performance specifications stating required results which can be verified as meeting stipulated criteria, so that further design by Contractor prior to fabrication is necessary, Submittal depicting such design must be prepared under seal of professional engineer registered in appropriate state and Submittal shall be signed and sealed in accordance with applicable regulations and with following certification statement:

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"I hereby certify that this engineering document was prepared by me or under my direct personal supervision, that I am a duly licensed professional engineer under laws of state of Texas and I accept responsibility for adequacy of this document to meet criteria stipulated in Contract Documents."

M. Product Data:

1. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

2. Indicate product utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

N. Design data:

1. Submit for Engineer's knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner.

2. Submit for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

O. Data sheets:

1. Data sheets may require information not known until Contractor’s engineering is complete.

Furnish estimated values based on good engineering judgment. Estimated values shall be identified by placement of “(est.)” next to value.

2. Data Sheets shall be updated and resubmitted by Contractor once final values are known.

3. Do not leave items blank or labeled “To Be Determined” or “Later.”

4. Do not submit manufacturer Product Data instead of completed data sheets.

P. Test reports:

1. Submit for Engineer's knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner.

2. Submit test reports for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

Q. Certificates:

1. When specified in individual specification sections, submit certification by manufacturer, installation/application subcontractor.

2. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

3. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to reviewer.

R. Manufacturer's instructions:

1. When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, to Engineer for delivery to Owner in quantities specified for Product Data.

2. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

S. Manufacturer's field reports:

1. Submit report within 20 days of observation for information.

2. Submit for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

T. Erection drawings:

1. Submit for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

2. Data indicating inappropriate or unacceptable Work may be subject to action by Engineer or

Owner.

U. Proposed products list:

1. Within 15 days after Notice to Proceed, submit list of major products proposed to Engineer for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

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2. For products specified only by reference standards, give manufacturer, trade name, model or catalog designation, and reference standards.

V. Operations and maintenance manuals:

1. Designate in construction schedule, or in separate coordinated schedule, dates for submission and dates that reviewed operations and maintenance manuals will be needed.

2. Operations and maintenance manuals shall be presented in clear and thorough manner, complete with respect to dimensions, design criteria, materials of construction, and like information to enable reviewer to review information as required. Details shall be identified by reference to sheet and detail, schedule or room numbers shown on Drawings.

1.05 RESUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. Make any corrections or changes in submittals required by Engineer and resubmit until stamped as either "Reviewed," "Reviewed as Noted," or “For Information Only.”

B. Text and depictions changed on Submittal shall be back-circled (clouded).

C. Engineer will assume that portions of Submittal not back-circled have not been changed by Contractor from previous submission.

D. Indicate revision number and date in document revision block.

1.06 DISTRIBUTION

A. Distribute reproductions of Shop Drawings which carry Engineer stamp as either "Reviewed" or "Reviewed as Noted" to:

1. Job site file.

2. Record Documents file.

3. Other affected contractors.

4. Subcontractors.

5. Supplier or fabricator.

1.07 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

A. Construction progress schedules:

1. Submit initial schedules to Engineer within 15 days after date established in Notice to Proceed.

After review, resubmit required revised data within ten days.

B. Form of schedules:

1. Prepare schedules in form of horizontal bar chart.

a. Provide separate horizontal bar for each trade or operation.

b. Horizontal time scale: Identify first work day of each week.

c. Scale and spacing: To allow space for notations and future revisions.

d. Minimum sheet size: 11 x 17.

2. Format of listings: Chronological order of start of each item of Work.

3. Identification of listings: By major Specification Section numbers.

C. Construction progress schedule shall show:

1. Complete sequence of construction by activity, with Contract Price breakdown at each stage.

2. Dates for beginning, and completion of, each major element of construction specifically listing:

a. Site clearing.

b. Site utilities.

c. Foundation Work.

d. Structural framing.

e. Subcontractor Work.

f. Equipment installations.

g. Finishes.

3. Projected percentage of completion for each item, as of first day of each month.

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D. Submittal schedule shall show: Dates for Contractor’s submittals.

E. Provide subschedules to define critical portions of prime schedules.

F. Progress revisions:

1. Indicate progress of each activity to date of submission.

2. Show changes occurring since previous submission of schedule:

a. Major changes in scope.

b. Activities modified since previous submission.

c. Revised projections of progress and completion.

d. Other identifiable changes.

3. Provide narrative report as needed to define:

a. Problem areas, anticipated delays, and impact on schedule.

b. Corrective action recommended, and its effect.

c. Effect of changes on schedules of other prime contractors.

G. Distribution copies of reviewed schedules to:

1. Job site file.

2. Subcontractors.

3. Other concerned parties.

H. Instruct recipients to report promptly to Contractor, in writing, any problems anticipated by projects shown in schedules.

1.08 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

A. Provide photographs of Site and construction throughout progress of Work.

B. Submit photographs electronically each month.

1.09 SAFETY PROCEDURES MANUAL

A. Prepare and submit to Owner safety procedures manual defining Contractor's safety program for work on site. Manual shall include:

1. Safety responsibilities of Contractor's personnel.

2. Description of Contractor's safety program.

3. Requirements of use of personal protective equipment.

4. General safety-related rules of conduct.

5. Fire prevention measures.

6. Accident reporting procedures.

7. Procedures for hot work (welding, cutting, etc.), overhead work, and work in enclosed, confined spaces (tank, boiler, etc.). Reference 29 CFR Part 1910.

8. Contact persons with current phone numbers for:

a. Contractor

b. Facility Safety Officer

c. Local Fire Department

d. Local Police Department

B. Submit manual within 21 days of Notice-To-Proceed.

1.10 SUBMITTAL TRANSMITTAL FORM PROCEDURES

A. Submittals shall be accompanied by completed copies of Submittal Transmittal form, bound herein.

An electronic version of transmittal form is available and may be obtained from Engineer. Reproduce additional copies required.

B. Submit electronic transmittal form for initial submittals and resubmittals. Sequentially number transmittal form. Revise submittals with original number and sequential alphabetic suffix.

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C. Prior to submittal, complete information under heading “Contractor's Transmittal.”

D. Engineer will complete information under “Reviewer's Action.”

E. Do not include submittals for more than one section of Specifications on Submittal Transmittal form.

F. Identify project title, location, and number and contract title and number.

G. Identify preparer name and, submittal number, including preparer’s submittal revision number.

H. A brief description under "Title" should clearly identify specific application of equipment or material covered by Submittal, utilizing where possible same title used in Drawings and Specifications.

I. Identify Specification Section number.

J. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is in accordance with requirements of Work and Contract Documents.

SUBMITTAL TRANSMITTAL

Transmittal No. Project Location Project No. Date Received Contract Title

Contract No. Date Distributed Project Title

CONTRACTOR'S TRANSMITTAL ENGINEER'S/ARCHITECT'S ACTION

STATUS ABBREVIATIONS RS - Resubmit R - Reviewed RET - Returned Without Review RN - Reviewed as Noted FIO - For Information Only RNR - Reviewed as Noted Resubmit V - Void

Preparer Preparer Submittal No. Rev No. Title Section Dwg No. Status

CONTRACTOR's Remarks ENGINEER'S/ARCHITECT'S Remarks

Address

By

By Date

Action of any kind on drawings by ENGINEER/ARCHITECT does not relieve CONTRACTOR from responsibility for errors, correctness of details, or conformance to the Contract.

Date

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1.01 QUALITY CONTROL AND CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. If manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Perform Work by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

F. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on Shop Drawings or as instructed by manufacturer.

G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, or disfigurement.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit QA/QC plan for Owner’s review. Submit within 21 days of Notice-To-Proceed.

1.03 TOLERANCES

A. Monitor fabrication and installation tolerance control of products to produce acceptable Work. Do not permit tolerances to accumulate.

B. Comply with manufacturers' tolerances. Should manufacturers' tolerances conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.

C. Adjust products to appropriate dimensions; position before securing products in place.

1.04 BUILDING CODES AND PERMITS

A. Obtain and pay for all construction permits and licenses. Owner shall assist Contractor, when necessary, in obtaining such permits and licenses.

B. Pay all governmental charges and inspection fees necessary for prosecution of Work, which are applicable at time of opening of Bids. Pay all charges of utility service companies for connections to Work. Owner will pay all charges of such companies for capital costs related thereto.

C. Give all notices and comply with all laws, ordinances, building and construction codes, rules, and regulations applicable to Work. If Contractor observes that Specifications or Drawings are at variance therewith, give Engineer prompt written notice thereof, and any necessary changes shall be adjusted by appropriate Modification.

D. If Contractor performs any Work knowing or having reason to know that it is contrary to such laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations, and without such notice to Engineer, Contractor shall bear all costs arising therefrom; however, it shall not be Contractor's primary responsibility to make certain that Specifications and Drawings are in accordance with such laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.

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1.05 REFERENCES

A. For products or workmanship specified by association, trade, or other consensus standards, comply with requirements of the standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

B. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current on date for receiving bids, except where a specific date is established by code.

C. Obtain copies of standards where required by product specification sections.

D. If specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from the Engineer before proceeding.

E. Neither contractual relationships, duties, nor responsibilities of the parties in Contract nor those of the Engineer shall be altered from the Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

F. Abbreviations used in Drawings and Specifications are as specified in ASME Y14.38 and IEEE 260.

G. Schedule of references:

1. AASHTO - American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

2. ANSI - American National Standards Institute

3. ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers

4. ASTM – International Standards Worldwide

5. AWWA – American Water Works Association

6. CSA - Canadian Standards Association.

7. ICEA - Insulated Cable Engineers Association

8. IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

9. ISA – The Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society

10. ISO - International Standards Organization

11. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers' Association

12. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

13. NSF – NSF International

14. UL - Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.

1.06 TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES

A. Contractor shall employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency or laboratory acceptable to the Owner to perform specified testing.

1. Prior to start of Work, submit testing laboratory name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time specialist and responsible officer.

2. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by Materials Reference Laboratory of

National Bureau of Standards during most recent inspection, with memorandum of remedies of any deficiencies reported by the inspection.

B. The independent firm will perform tests, inspections and other services specified in individual specification sections and as required by the Owner.

1. Laboratory: Authorized to operate in location in which Project is located.

2. Laboratory staff: Maintain a full time specialist on staff to review services.

3. Testing equipment: Calibrated at reasonable intervals with devices of accuracy traceable to either

National Bureau of Standards or accepted values of natural physical constants.

C. Testing, inspections and source quality control may occur on or off the project site. Perform off-site testing as required by the Owner.

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D. Reports will be submitted by the independent firm to the Engineer, Owner, and Contractor, in duplicate, indicating observations and results of tests and indicating compliance or non-compliance with Contract Documents.

E. Cooperate with independent firm; furnish samples of materials, design mix, equipment, tools, storage, safe access, and assistance by incidental labor as requested.

1. Notify Owner, Engineer, and independent firm 24 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring services.

2. Make arrangements with independent firm and pay for additional samples and tests required for

Contractor's use.

F. Testing and employment of testing agency or laboratory shall not relieve Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

G. Re-testing or re-inspection required because of nonconformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same independent firm on instructions by the Engineer.