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Texas Department of Criminal Justice

LeBlanc Unit Install Compactor - Back Gate

MWR #07622004

This document is an excerpt from/revision to documents originally signed/sealed on 08/16/2023 for the purpose of refining requirements for TDCJ Requisition number R6221262.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01

01 00 00 Scope of Work v.20221019 01 00 00.10 Project Specific Requirements - Vendor v.20210212 01 00 00.20 Project Specific Requirements - TDCJ Personnel v.20220406 01 10 00 General Requirements v.20251118 01 42 00 References v.20230221

DIVISION 03

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete v.20251120

TDCJ Facilities Engineering Scope of Work v.20221019 LeBlanc Unit Section 01 00 00 - Page 1 of 4 Install Compactor - Back Gate - Construction MWR #07622004

SECTION 01 00 00 – SCOPE OF WORK v.20221019

[Standard TDCJ Specification]

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 Title of this solicitation cannot be interpreted to accurately represent work required for this solicitation to be provided and/or performed by vendor.

1.2 Work: The term “Work” means the provision of materials, equipment, field services, and/or construction and/or installation required by these documents.

A. The entirety of the “Work” as described by these documents is fundamentally divided into two portions.

1. One, to be provided by the Vendor – the seller or offeror of materials, equipment, and/or provision of field services to fulfill the Vendor’s obligations.

a. The portion of the Work to be provided by the Vendor may be limited to provision of materials, equipment, and/or field services only (Part-1 and Part-2 of included Specification Specifications).

2. And two, the portion of the Work described as the actual installation and/or construction.

a. The portion of the Work identified as construction and/or installation may or may not be identified to be performed by Vendor. Review Scope of Work to be performed by Vendor and included specification sections carefully.

1) Where Part-3 of included Specification Sections is not included, construction and/or installation is not required to be performed by Vendor. Where Part-3 of included Specification Sections is included, requirements of Part-3 are included in Scope of Work to be performed by Vendor.

1.3 Unless otherwise indicated, the individual functioning as the Project Administrator for this project is the Maintenance Regional Manager, per TDCJ Maintenance Construction policy.

A. The Maintenance Regional Manager may delegate this function at their discretion (See 01 10 00 – General Requirements, 1.2.L).

B. Contact TDCJ Region Maintenance Manager for designation.

PART 2 - SCOPE OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY VENDOR

2.1 Requirements of PART-1 of all included Specification Sections are by reference included in the Scope of Work to be performed by Vendor.

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2.2 Requirements of PART-2 of all included Specification Sections are by reference included in the Scope of Work to be performed by Vendor.

2.3 Carefully review Sections 2.3 and 2.4 of all included Specification Sections for requirements for Field Services (Inspections, Startup, Training, etc.) and Warranties.

2.4 Unless otherwise noted, provide all Submittals identified in paragraph 2.5 of all included Specification Sections with Bid. All Submittals for elements to be incorporated into the Work require documentation in compliance with the following:

A. Check for coordination with other requirements.

B. Stamp each submittal with a uniform approval stamp with a statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked and confirmed for compliance with the Solicitation Documents. Mark with Contractor’s approval stamp and provide Contractor’s signature before submission.

C. Where a specification or other technical requirement contained within the portion of this solicitation that is signed and sealed by an Architect/Engineer conflicts with a specification or other technical requirement elsewhere in this solicitation, the requirement contained in the portion signed and sealed by the Architect/Engineer shall prevail.

2.5 Refer to 01 10 00 – General Requirements, Section 2.5 for additional requirements for submittals required to be submitted with Bid.

2.6 Where elements delivered to project site are to be installed by Vendor, Vendor shall be present to accept delivery of these elements. Specifically refer to 01 10 00 – General Requirements: PART-2 Handling – Transit and Delivery article.

2.7 Unless otherwise stated, elements removed and not reinstalled as part of the required Scope of Work for Vendor, removed elements become property of Vendor, shall be removed from project site, and legally disposed.

2.8 See Section 01 00 00.10 – Project Specific Requirements – Vendor.

PART 3 - SCOPE OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY TDCJ PERSONNEL

3.1 ATTENTION REQUISITION WRITERS: In our endeavor to assist in the acquisition of required elements that fully meet the intent and function of what has been specified for your project, please contact the TDCJ Project A/E of Record for assistance when writing a requisition for long lead-time items or items that require advance fabrication. Facilities Engineering wishes to contribute in every way possible to ensure your requisition(s) get you what you need. Regardless of Facilities Engineering’s level of participation in writing the requisition:

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A. Where items are shipped to project location but are to be installed by Vendor/Contractor – DO NOT ACCEPT DELIVERY. Specifically refer to 01 10 00 – General Requirements: PART-2 Handling – Transit and Delivery article.

B. Where items are shipped to project location for installation by TDCJ personnel:

1. Visually inspect elements for external damage that may have occurred during Transit. Where external damage is visible, notify PA and TDCJ Project A/E prior to off-loading delivered elements.

2. Coordinate Field Inspections that may be required in 2.3 of included specifications to be performed by Vendor upon Delivery or otherwise included in Scope of Work to be Performed by Vendor.

3. Make provisions for off-loading delivered elements.

3.2 Where specifications and/or drawings refer to “Contractor” or “Vendor” for portions of the Work pertinent to the Scope of Work for TDCJ Personnel, “Contractor” or “Vendor” shall be interpreted to intend the TDCJ resource performing the Work and the requirement and/or specification is required to be met as though the TDCJ resource were the Contractor.

3.3 Please advise the TDCJ Project A/E of Record of the identification of the individual functioning as the PA.

3.4 As applicable, ensure the accomplishment of, and compliance with, requirements of Part 3 – Execution of each included Specifications section.

A. There are requirements of Part 3 – Execution of Section 01 10 00 – General Requirements that require submittals to the individual functioning as the Project Administrator for this project.

1. Utilize requirements of 01 10 00 General Requirements – 3.2 (Preparation) and 3.6 (Execution Submittals) to begin dialog with TDCJ Project A/E for planning and coordination of project goals and objectives, i.e. review of Request For Information/ Architect’s Supplemental Instruction/ Engineer’s Supplemental Instruction status; observances at anticipated intervals or benchmarks; demonstration of Quality Control requirements; and other items that will vary based on size and complexity of subject project.

B. Each Part 3 – Execution of additional included specification sections have requirements for:

1. Installer Qualifications (3.1),

2. Preparation (3.2),

3. Execution Requirements (3.3),

4. Quality Control (3.4),

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6. Execution Submittals (3.6), and/or

7. Close Out (3.7)

C. These requirements include approval submittals that are required to be submitted to the individual functioning as the PA. These requirements also include approval submittals required to be submitted to the PA that are subsequently required to be submitted to the TDCJ Project A/E of Record.

D. Be advised some Execution Submittals may require approval prior to beginning construction.

E. Coordinate access for deliveries and construction activities as required.

F. All work performed shall be in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, and standards. These include, but are not limited to, the latest adopted versions of:

1. National Electrical Code (NFPA – 70)

2. Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA – 70E)

3. Life Safety Code (NFPA – 101)

4. Texas Architectural Barriers Act (TABA)

5. TDCJ Risk Management Lock-Out Tag-Out Policy (RM-48)

6. TDCJ Job Safety Analysis (RM-11)

7. TDCJ Personal Protective Equipment Policy (RM-42)

8. TDCJ Design Criteria Manual (TDCJ Intranet\Facilities Division\Policies and Procedures\Engineering)

G. See Section 01 00 00.20 – Project Specific Requirements – TDCJ Personnel.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 00 00.10 – PROJECT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS – VENDOR v.20210212

1.1 Excavate and dispose of the existing topsoil.

1.2 Install and compact 12 inches of stabilized sand base.

1.3 Install a 26’x26’x6” concrete slab using 4000 psi concrete reinforced with #4 rebar @ 12” O.C.

both ways.

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SECTION 01 00 00.20 – PROJECT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS – TDCJ PERSONNEL v.20220406

PART 1 - NOT USED

PART 2 - NOT USED

PART 3 - GENERAL

3.1 See Scope of Work – 01 00 00, PART- 3.

3.2 No additional requirements.

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SECTION 01 10 00 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS v.20251118

[Standard TDCJ Specification]

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. See PART-1 of all included specification sections for requirements for all elements to be provided. Requirements include specifications as identified on included equipment schedule(s) and/or project drawings.

B. Bid price must include all shipping, permits, freight charges, and other charges as may be applicable to complete requirements of solicitation.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Architect/Engineer (A/E) – a person registered as an architect under Chapter 1051 Occupations Code, a landscape architect under Chapter 1052 Occupations Code, an engineer under Chapter 1001 Occupations Code. As applicable by context, A/E must be interpreted as defined by DP.

B. A/E’s Representative – is defined as A/E’s designated resource for certain approvals (other than approvals of technical requirements identified on documents bearing A/E’s seal and signature). For subject project, the A/E’s Representative is designated as the entity designated as the Project Administrator.

C. A/ESI – Architect’s/Engineer’s Supplemental Instruction.

D. AHJ – Authority Having Jurisdiction.

E. Beneficial Occupancy (BO) – for subject project must be interpreted to intend the date an identifiable portion of the Work is sufficiently complete. The PA and Contractor may agree for that portion of the Work to be released to TDCJ’s operation and/or control for the use for which it is intended.

F. Certifying Authority - the Design Professional who has, or will, provide professional seal and signature for required plans and/or specifications.

G. Closeout – is defined as final activities as may be identified to demonstrate compliance with Construction Documents requirements and/or to transfer of operation, maintenance, and/or control to TDCJ.

H. Construction Documents – Drawings and/or Specifications.

I. Contractor – ‘Contractor’ and ‘Vendor’ are used interchangeably and are intended to mean the entity awarded the Purchase Order.

J. Design Professional (DP) – a person registered as an architect under Chapter 1051 Occupations Code, a landscape architect under Chapter 1052 Occupations Code, an engineer under Chapter 1001 Occupations Code, or any person licensed or certified as acceptable to applicable Authority Having Jurisdiction such as a Fire Alarm Planning Superintendent, etc.

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K. Exposed – is defined as any area less than 16’ above finished floor (A.F.F.), or grade, or less than 10’ from any platform that can be climbed in areas accessible by offenders as determined by PA.

1. Unless otherwise stated in writing in documents or an RFI is submitted and approved after Notice of Award:

a. Contractor must interpret areas such as basements, offices, equipment rooms, pipe chases where occupants can traverse while standing as designated as ‘Exposed’.

b. Areas with lay-in type ceilings in these areas must be interpreted to be ‘Exposed’.

L. Owner’s Representative – see Project Administrator.

M. Project Administrator (PA) – is defined as TDCJ resource assigned project coordination responsibilities for this solicitation.

1. The PA for this solicitation may be an individual employed by TDCJ as a Project Administrator by title or be an individual designated as the PA such as the TDCJ Region Maintenance Manager or the TDCJ Region Maintenance Manager’s Representative. All references to PA must be interpreted to intend the entity designated.

2. All required project coordination including specifically identified submittals required After Award, submissions identified and/or required during the course of implementation, and obtaining approvals associated with “or A/E approved equal” requirement(s), must be through the PA.

3. All references of ‘Owner’s Representative’, ‘TDCJ Representative’, ‘Building Manager’, or similar language must be interpreted to intend the PA.

4. All submittals required After Award must be to PA regardless of how stated;

including submittals to an AHJ.

5. If requirements indicate that an approval, etc. is to be obtained from the PA, Owner’s Representative, etc., it must be interpreted to mean the PA will obtain subject approval, etc. from the appropriate entity, which may or may not be the PA, and provide to the Contractor.

6. Unless otherwise indicated, provide PA with 72 hours’ notice of all coordination, inspection, testing, outages, etc.

N. Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) – is defined as tasks and/or documents required to demonstrate compliance with specific requirement(s) of the Construction Documents.

O. RFI – Request For Information.

P. RGS – Rigid Galvanized Steel.

Q. TAC – Texas Administrative Code.

R. TCEQ – Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

S. VAC – Volts Alternating Current.

T. Vendor – ‘Vendor’ and ‘Contractor’ are used interchangeably and are intended to mean the entity awarded the Purchase Order.

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PART 2 – PRODUCT, EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL AND/OR FIELD SERVICES

2.1 GENERAL

A. Brand or manufacturer’s references are descriptive only and indicate type and quality to be provided. All references to brand or manufacturer names must be interpreted to include the language “or A/E approved equal”. Any brand or manufacturer meeting specifications will be considered, irrespective of the language “or A/E approved equal” appearing in conjunction with the brand or manufacturer name.

B. See 2.1 of all included Specification Sections.

C. Handling – Transit and Delivery

1. Perform all coordination with other than TDCJ as may be required by local, state and/or federal AHJs.

2. Transit:

a. Store, transport, and handle all products, material and equipment per manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations and all accepted industry standard practices.

b. Ship provided elements to project site according to manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions and according to applicable trade standards. During shipment, further protect elements from damaging affects including, but not limited to, impact, abrasion, corrosion, chemicals, entrance of debris, and sunlight.

1) Provide and utilize hoists, cranes, slings and/or other equipment designed and constructed for purpose with sufficient load capabilities.

2) Do not subject provided elements to damage as a result of their own weight, movement of their own moving parts, etc.

a) Provide all material and other elements required to provide required protection during transit, storage and other handling.

b) Do not utilize attachments to provided elements for connections to lifting, loading and/or moving equipment unless attachment is intended, designed and rated for such.

3. Delivery:

a. Where elements delivered to project site are to be installed by Vendor, Vendor must:

1) Be present to accept delivery of these elements. TDCJ personnel must not accept delivery.

2) Be required to continue requirements under Transit.

3) Make provisions for off-loading elements.

b. Where elements delivered to project site are to be installed by TDCJ, Vendor may be required by included Specification Sections to perform Field Inspections upon Delivery. Review 2.3 of all included Specification Sections carefully.

D. The intent of these specifications is to require all items necessary for the proper installation and operation of specified elements.

E. All provided products must be free of Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Containing Material.

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F. All products and/or materials provided must be compatible materials that do not cause deterioration to other products and/or materials due to contact with other products and/or materials or general ambient conditions.

G. Source and/or Manufacturer Qualifications:

1. Provided elements must be the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the production of such and is the manufacturer’s current and standard design.

2. Manufacturer must have been in production of specified elements for a minimum of five (5) years.

3. Provided elements must be from a manufacturer legally authorized to sell such in the United States.

4. To the extent possible, package elements must be from a manufacturer with a service center located within 200 miles of the project site that is capable of providing training, parts, and emergency repairs.

5. To the extent possible, provided elements that interfaces with and/or connects to other provided elements must be provided from the same manufacturer. (Example:

fitting for PVC conduit must be provided by same manufacturer as PVC conduit:

etc.)

a. Provided elements that interfaces with and/or connects to existing elements

ARE NOT required to be provided from the same manufacturer as existing elements.

b. Provided fittings, mountings, and/or connectors must be designed, produced, listed and approved for such purpose for application and conditions; and must be from a manufacturer approved by the producer of the elements to be fitted, mounted, connected, etc.

6. Manufacturers of equipment assemblies, which include components made by others, must assume complete responsibility for specified performance of final assembled unit and must be UL listed for intended use as an assembled unit.

2.2 PRODUCT, EQUIPMENT AND/OR MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

A. See 2.2 of all included specification sections.

B. New products, equipment, and/or material suitable for project conditions, temperature and location, produced, manufactured and distributed for purpose.

C. References to codes and standards are provided as a basis for compliance requirements;

if there is a conflict between specifications and the code or standard, the code prevails.

D. All provided products, material, equipment, must be in accordance with applicable AHJ, per applicable trade standards, and per manufacturer instructions and/or recommendations and must be customarily used for intended purpose.

2.3 FIELD SERVICES REQUIREMENTS

A. Field Inspections:

1. See section 2.3 of all included Specification Sections for Field Inspection requirements.

B. Start-Up:

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1. See section 2.3 of all included Specification Sections for Start-Up requirements.

C. Training:

1. See section 2.3 of all included Specification Sections for training requirements.

Where Section 2.3 is identified as “No additional requirements,” no training is required under subject section.

2. Where training is required by Specifications, unless other is stated, provide a minimum of two (2) each, two (2) hour, training sessions for up to eight (8) personnel at project location in a time frame per approved project schedule.

a. Where multiple Specification Sections identify training, the content of training required under each section may be conducted simultaneously upon written approval of the training outline.

2.4 PRODUCT, EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL AND/OR FIELD SERVICES WARRANTY

REQUIREMENTS

A. See Section 2.4 of all included Specification Sections.

B. All warranties, to include extended warranties, must include all travel, shipping, labor and other expenses related to removal, transport, and reinstallation of warrantied items.

2.5 PRODUCT, EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL AND SERVICES SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Provide product, equipment and/or material delivery schedule with Bid.

B. See 2.5 of all included Specification Sections.

C. At minimum, provide catalog data, cut sheets, etc. with identification of ratings, sizes, and other supporting documentation indicating compliance with specifications for proposed equipment, material, products etc. with Bid.

1. Specifically identify:

a. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

b. Drawing number and detail references, as applicable.

c. Clear indication of specific part number, etc. where product specification sheets contain multiple part numbers.

d. Applicable available options clearly marked.

e. Complete with respect to quantities, dimensions, specific performance, materials, and similar data.

f. That there are no deviations from specifications.

1) Where there are deviations from specifications, identify such in a section labeled “Deviations” in a cover page for the submittal(s).

Failure to identify deviations will result in required compliance with specifications irrespective of TDCJ’s implied or explicit acceptance of submittal(s).

2. Detailed product submittals for equipment, material, products etc. to be considered as an “Equal” as determined by the A/E, must be submitted with Bid.

D. Where applicable, provide schedule for field inspections, start-up, and training in terms of number of days from notification.

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1. Where training under multiple specification sections is proposed to be conducted simultaneously, submit training outline with Bid.

2. Where services of an Independent Testing Entity are identified to perform services, inspections and/or testing, require Independent Testing Entity and representatives of such to:

a. Comply with applicable portion(s) of this Section and other applicable portions of the Construction Documents.

b. Cooperate with all personnel engaged and/or tasked with portions of the

Work.

c. Perform specified inspections, sampling and testing of materials, methods of construction, equipment, systems, etc. as required by applicable portions of the Construction Documents.

d. Provide prompt notification of observed irregularities, deficiencies and/or non-conformance of products, work and/or work products.

1) Verbal notification immediately upon observation.

2) Written notification as part of a signed Independent Test Report and/or Independent Inspection Report.

e. Not release, revoke, alter or enlarge on requirements of Construction

Documents.

f. Not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

g. Not perform any duties other than required and/or specified inspections, sampling, and/or testing.

h. Submit Independent Test Report of each test and Independent Inspection

Report for each Inspection within three (3) calendar days of completion of test(s) or inspection date.

1) Laboratory Test Reports: Describe variances from specified requirements, and state whether tested product and/or material meets specification requirements.

2) Field Test Reports: Furnish a report stating results for each test and/or for each required area.

3) Reports may be combined on a daily basis, if so desired, provided that location of each test, inspection and applicable identification data are clearly identified.

4) Each Report must include:

a) Date issued.

b) Project title and number.

c) Testing entity name, address and telephone number.

d) Name and signature of inspector/technician and responsible reviewer.

e) Date and time of sampling, inspection and/or test.

f) Record of temperature, humidity and/or any factor that may impact or influence testing results.

g) Identification of product and Specification Section.

h) Location of sample or test in the Work.

i) Type of inspection or test.

j) Test equipment used and references to calibration records.

k) Results of tests and compliance with Construction

Documents.

l) Interpretation of test results that indicate unsatisfactory conditions.

m) Indication of as-found condition and as-left results.

i. Submit certificates of testing, inspection or approval that are required by laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders or approval of public authorities.

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E. Acceptance of submittals does not relieve the contractor of responsibility for any deviations from the requirements of the contract.

F. Where PART 3 – EXECUTION is included in solicitation, include documentation supporting INSTALLER QUALIFICATIONS with bid. Where PART 3 – EXECUTION is not included in solicitation, disregard this requirement.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLER QUALIFICATIONS

A. See 3.1 of all included Specification Sections.

B. For all services required by applicable Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to be performed by individuals or entities with a license or certification:

1. Individual or entity must be legally qualified to practice or perform in jurisdiction of project site.

2. Maintain a physical file containing a hard copy of each required license and/or certification accessible on-site when work required by such licensed entities is in progress.

3. TDCJ must stop work requiring license or certification until such is provided.

C. Where specifications require qualifications that include resume type information such as documented work experience, for the individual proposed to perform required work, provide required documentation for installation, performance and/or construction similar in scope, or larger, as the work required for the subject project. Include name and contact information for references who will confirm provided information.

D. Where Qualifications are identified, the installer and/or performer with the identified qualifications, if not performing actual work, unless otherwise indicated, at minimum must be on site performing visual observation(s) and providing direction(s)/instruction(s) during progress of such work.

E. In addition to requirements of individual Specifications, Work must be performed by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality, to include required tolerances and specified precision.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. See 3.2 of all included Specification Sections.

B. Ten (10) calendar days After Award, provide a Project Schedule to the PA for approval.

1. Project Schedule must be prepared in black ink on 8 ½” x 11” white paper, using MicroSoft Word, Excel or similar electronic preparation means (not hand drawn/written).

2. Project Schedule must indicate and include 14 calendar days for response from PA, if such is required for Contractor to proceed with provided information. (PA must act promptly to obtain approval from actual entity to provide approval such as the A/E.)

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a. Where applicable, Schedule must indicate dates for submission of items identified in 3.6 of attached Specification Section(s).

3. Project Schedule must indicate all activities and significant milestones required to achieve Contractor’s Scope as identified above.

a. Schedule must incorporate product, equipment and/or material delivery schedule provided with Bid. Schedule must incorporate all elements required under 2.5 of all included specification sections, where applicable.

4. Continue protection of elements from damaging affects including, but not limited to, impact, abrasion, corrosion, chemicals, entrance of debris, and sunlight.

a. Store and handle elements according to manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions and according to applicable trade standards.

b. Provide all material and other elements required to provide required protection during storage and other handling.

c. Provide and utilize hoists, cranes, slings and/or other equipment designed and constructed for purpose with sufficient load capabilities for movement of elements.

d. Do not subject provided elements to damage as a result of their own weight, movement of their own moving parts, etc.

e. Do not utilize attachments to provided elements for connections to lifting, loading and/or moving equipment unless attachment is intended, designed and rated for such purpose.

f. Store provided elements in secure areas identified by Warden or designee and continue required protections.

1) Provide and install secure fencing as required to maintain a closed area for elements requiring unsupervised exterior storage. Remove and retain fencing when no longer required.

C. Project Drawings are diagrammatic. Carefully coordinate installation requirements with existing and/or planned structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical and other applicable conditions and field adjust to avoid conflict.

1. Unless otherwise noted, the locations of both existing and planned elements are approximate and are not intended to convey the exact details and installation. Field determine exact locations by actual measurements and conditions before installation commences.

a. Verify space requirements and dimensions of items relative to identified installation location.

b. Verify dimensions of other construction by field measurement before fabrication or installation.

c. Verify layout in relation to existing elements, the property survey and/or existing benchmarks, as applicable.

2. The existence and location of site improvements, above and underground utilities and other elements indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning work, investigate and verify the existence and location of utilities, mechanical and electrical systems and other elements affecting the Work. Verify the location and points of connection of utility services, location and invert elevation at points of connection of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water-service piping, and underground electrical services.

a. Unless other is approved in writing,

1) Utilize x-ray, ground penetrating radar, hydro-vacuum, or hand-dig methods to locate utilities within concealing elements and/or under surfaces including, but not limited to, earth, slabs, decks and/or walls.

a) For applications where earth will be disturbed,

i. Provide notification(s) as required by regulations.

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ii. For earth disturbances greater than 6-inches in depth, if qualified personnel and/or equipment for required locating activities are not direct resources of Contractor, engage a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) company.

(a) Repair to inadvertent damage of a utility or other concealed element undetected by the SUE, x-ray and/or ground penetrating radar in an area examined by these means, must not be required to be provided as part of the Work.

2) TDCJ resources must not be utilized as primary resource for location of concealed elements. Such information must be independently verified.

b. Adjust, move or relocate existing utility structures, utility poles, lines, services, or other utility appurtenances located in or affected by new construction.

c. Furnish obtained location data for work related to Project that must be performed by public utilities serving Project Site.

3. Acceptance of Conditions: Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with the installer or Applicator present for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance.

a. Verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existing finishes or primers.

b. Examine walls, floors, roofs, foundations, soil compaction, etc. for suitable conditions where products and systems are to be installed.

c. Record observations.

4. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected;

proceeding with Work indicates acceptance of conditions.

D. Establish benchmarks and control points to set lines and levels as needed to locate each element of Work.

E. Record Log: Maintain a log of layout control work. Record deviations from required lines and levels. Make the log available for reference. For exterior Work, include beginning and ending dates and times of surveys, weather conditions, name and duty of each survey party member, and types of instruments, and tapes used.

F. TDCJ will occupy site and/or existing building(s) and continue day-to-day operations during entire performance period.

1. Unless otherwise approved in writing, maintain existing exits, access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities.

2. Coordinate offender relocation and schedule shut-downs of equipment and utilities, as required.

a. Provide not less than 48 hours’ notice of activities that will affect TDCJ’s operations.

b. All interruptions to TDCJ operations must be minimized to the fullest extent possible.

1) Provide temporary services for planned outages of connected equipment for periods in excess of 4 hours (consecutive or cumulative) in any 24 hour period unless otherwise approved in writing after Award.

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2) Where required, auxiliary equipment and services for extended outages required for construction activities must meet applicable codes and standards for such equipment and services; must utilize equipment listed, labeled, produced, and/or manufactured for intended purpose; and must be maintained and operated, to include consumable products and materials required for operation, provided on project site.

3) Correct inadvertent interruption of TDCJ operations due to construction activities immediately.

c. Protect areas being utilized by TDCJ from dust, debris, and as required for appropriate safety precautions by construction barriers, where required due to proximity of TDCJ occupation to Work area.

3. Extension of water and electricity from TDCJ provided services for construction activities, to include temporary services, is permitted and related costs must be included in bid.

a. Gas service is not available at all locations. Where gas service is available, connection location is noted in either the SOW or on project Drawings.

b. Extensions must meet applicable codes and standards for such equipment and services; must utilize equipment listed, labeled, produced, and/or manufactured for intended purpose; and must be maintained and operated, to include consumable products and materials required for operation, provided on project site and related costs must be included in bid.

1) In lieu of connection to TDCJ provided services, services required for construction activities, to include temporary services may be provided by any code permissible alternate means contractor deems appropriate, i.e. use of a contractor provided generator instead of connection to TDCJ provided power source. All alternate means must meet the same requirements as service extensions and must be included in bid.

c. Unless otherwise approved in writing, return all temporary extensions and/or alternate means to pre-project conditions at conclusion of construction activities. Removed elements must remain property of contractor.

3.3 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

A. See 3.3 of all included Specification Sections.

B. These specifications by their intent are a complete and usable work product expected to be provided. To meet this requirement, provide construction in place to include that which is indicated in the Construction Documents and that which may be reasonably expected to be required to make the work complete in all respects and consistent with established and accepted construction practices.

C. Compliance with requirements of these Construction Documents includes all tools, connections, applications, inspections by AHJ, consumable products, meters, gages, dispensing means and mechanisms, and miscellaneous items required for storage, installation, operation, maintenance, and/or removal for all temporary, alternate, and/or permanent elements and services provided until such is removed or accepted by TDCJ as required by project objectives.

1. Compliance includes provision in a manner and condition acceptable to TDCJ.

2. The intent of these specifications is to require all items necessary for the proper installation and operation of specified elements. This must include extension and/or installation of, and/or connections to, infrastructure elements such as mounting

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D. Perform complete scope of work regardless of where in the Construction Documents a requirement, or related requirement, appears.

E. All installation and/or construction must be in accordance with applicable AHJ, per applicable trade standards, and per manufacturer instructions and/or recommendations.

1. All packaging and elements required for shipment, placement, etc. must be removed without damage.

a. All elements provided by the manufacturer not required for final configuration as specified must be removed.

2. Comply with codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders, standards, and other legal requirements of AHJ, which bear on performance or Work.

3. Promptly submit written notice of observed variance of Construction Documents from legal requirements.

a. Assume responsibility for Work known to be contrary to such requirements and completed without providing this notification.

4. Install, construct, test, and service all products, material and equipment per manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations and all accepted industry standard practices until operation and control is accepted by TDCJ.

a. Unless otherwise noted, testing must only be required for newly installed elements.

5. Do not conceal elements until inspected and approved by A/E or A/E’s representative.

F. Construct Work in stages or phases with each to be substantially complete before beginning next to accommodate TDCJ occupancy requirements during the construction.

1. Coordinate implementation schedules and operation with PA.

2. For interior work to the extent possible, all work including demolition, installation, repair, restoration, functional testing, etc. must be completed in one area before beginning work in another area.

G. Penetrations: Seal all penetrations, either vacated or created, as required to maintain barrier integrity of element penetrated to include U.L. ratings for fire, smoke, temperature, moisture, air, etc.

1. This must include replacement of damaged barrier material panels, etc. up to the penetration where sealing compounds etc. will be used to fill remaining gaps, or

2. Replacement of barrier material panel or section so the vacated penetration no longer exists, or

3. Filling vacated penetration with same material as penetrated barrier such as concrete.

H. All equipment assemblies must not be damaged or altered during the course of installation or surrounding construction.

I. All elements installed in Exposed areas must be non-flexible and detention grade.

1. All installed elements in Exposed areas must be secured utilizing torx-head or similar tamper-resistant screws.

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2. Elements such as detectors, sensors, strobes, audible alarms and similar elements installed in Exposed areas must be provided with manufacturer’s grates, guards, or grills as applicable. Such elements must be UL listed with installed grates, guards, and/or grills.

3. Where electrical conduit is required to be installed in Exposed areas, install RGS secured with 2-hole straps. Minimum conduit size for 120 VAC or higher must be ¾”.

J. Install elements to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of elements.

K. Install fittings etc. as required to facilitate removal of elements without dismantling.

L. Installed elements must not be installed within code clearances above, below and to sides of existing or to be installed elements.

M. Installed elements must be placed so service, maintenance, and repair or replacement activities will also meet these specifications.

N. Installed elements must not:

1. Interfere with opening of doors or apparatus or impede access to other elements.

2. Apply torque to other elements.

O. Progress Cleaning:

1. Clean Project area where work is in progress as necessary to facilitate work progress, protect surfaces, and maintain safety requirements.

2. Secure all construction related debris, equipment, material, and tools at the conclusion of construction activities each day.

3. Requirements include removal of all debris, equipment, material and tools each day.

4. Remove debris from concealed spaces before enclosing the space.

P. Protection of Installed Construction:

1. Install products at the time and under conditions that will ensure the best possible results. Provide protection and maintain conditions per manufacturers’ recommendation for temperature, humidity, and air quality that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration until charge and control is transferred to

TDCJ.

2. Ensure that no part of construction, completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging or otherwise deleterious exposure during construction period.

3. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period.

4. Clean according to written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific materials are not recommended, use cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage.

5. Provide and/or perform required maintenance per manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions until charge and control is transferred to TDCJ.

Q. Preservation of Site Assets

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1. For reference, document existing elements via photographs or videos prior to beginning activities which disturb existing conditions. Contractor assumes liability for damages that may occur if Contractor fails to provide reference documentation.

2. Where construction activities cause damage to existing elements repair or replace damaged elements to match existing. Touch up bare places, scratches and other minor damage to finishes. Use only factory supplied paint of matching color and formula. If finishes are badly damaged or if there are many damaged, scratched or bare places, refinish the entire item.

R. Elements identified to be removed by Contractor

1. Unless other is approved in writing:

a. Elements not identified to be retained by TDCJ must become property of contractor and must be removed from premises.

b. Elements identified to be retained by TDCJ must be provided to the PA.

3.4 QUALITY CONTROL

A. See 3.4 of all included Specification Sections.

3.5 COMMISSIONING

A. See 3.5 of all included Specification Sections.

3.6 EXECUTION SUBMITTALS

A. Per Project Schedule approved by PA, provide submittals identified in 3.6 of all included Specification Sections.

1. Comply with requirements of 2.5.B of this Specification Section.

B. Where Construction:

1. Is being performed from signed/sealed specifications and/or drawings issued through Facilities Engineering,

2. Is to be performed by TDCJ personnel,

3. Requires more activities than disconnection of old and reconnection to new units of equipment, submit proposed means and methods for approval by TDCJ Project A/E prior to beginning Construction activities.

C. Where earth disturbances greater than 6-inches are required, submit Shop Drawings demonstrating location of planned locating activities for approval prior to commencing locating activities.

1. Where hydro-vacuum or hand-dig method is utilized, submittal of Shop Drawings for prior approval is not required.

D. Project Record Documents.

1. Record Drawings, Record Specifications, and Record Product Data, and Record Submittals must be stored apart from such used for construction.

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a. Maintain at site one physical, clean, undamaged, and unmarked copy of the following as applicable: Construction Documents, reviewed Shop Drawings and Product Data, Samples, field test reports, RFIs, A/ESIs and certifications.

b. Maintain at site one physical Record copy of following as applicable:

Construction Drawings, Specifications, reviewed Shop Drawings and Product Data, Samples, field test reports, RFIs, A/ESIs and certifications.

2. As applicable:

a. As construction progresses, mark changes to Record Construction

Drawings, Specifications and other construction related documents with red erasable pen or pencil; other erasable pen or pencil colors may be utilized to distinguish between variations in separate categories of the Work.

b. Tape a copy of RFI/response, RFIs, A/ESIs, etc. to backside of previous page of affected Construction Drawing Sheet.

c. Dimension depths of various elements of foundation and drilled piers in relation to first floor and/or grade datum.

d. Content of Record Documents, as applicable:

1) Demonstration of actual construction and elements installed with complete details that include, but are not limited to: propriety name, manufacturer name, model number of furnished elements with options selected, supplier, installer and other applicable information.

2) Dimensional changes to the Drawings.

3) Revisions to details shown on Drawings.

4) Revisions to routing of piping and conduit.

5) Revisions to electrical circuitry.

6) Dimensioned locations and details of existing and newly installed elements including utilities and including concealed elements.

Incorporate findings from executed location activities.

7) Changes made by RFI, A/ESI, or other Submittal(s) to include notations of document type and number(s).

8) Notations of related Drawing, Specification and Product Data information.

9) Changes made following A/E’s written orders.

10) Details not on the original Construction Drawings.

11) Field records for variable and concealed conditions.

12) Record information on the Work shown only schematically.

e. Contractor must certify by signature on mark-up copies that mark-ups demonstrate final actual construction and conditions (As-Built) at conclusion of construction activities.

3.7 INSTALLATION AND/OR WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS

A. See 3.7 of all included Specification Sections.

B. All warranties, to include extended warranties, must include all travel, shipping, labor and other expenses related to removal, transport, and reinstallation of warrantied items.

3.8 CLOSE OUT

A. See 3.8 of all included Specification Sections.

B. Retain possession of Samples not incorporated into the Final Construction and not retained by TDCJ.

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C. Provide As-Built set of Construction Documents.

1. A/E’s certification must only indicate that the compiled record information as submitted is accurate to the extent as can be verified by A/E’s records and must not be interpreted as an approval for any other purpose.

a. If A/E cannot provide certification statement due to inaccurate or incomplete

Record Documents, the documents must be returned to Contractor for correction. The PA and/or A/E may refrain from approving final project completion documents until A/E can provide certification of As-Built Documents.

D. Provide 3 copies of all manufacturer installation, maintenance and operation data originally bound and originally printed, 1 in each of 3 standard 3-ring binders labeled with Project Name and MWR number.

E. Spare Parts and Materials

1. Unless otherwise specified, for each installed element type, provide 10% of quantity installed (rounded down).

a. Not required for installation quantity less than 10.

b. Provide in original manufacturer’s packaging.

F. Provide all executed Warranties.

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SECTION 01 42 00 – REFERENCES V.20230221

[Standard TDCJ Specification]

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 STANDARDS

A. Applicability: For Products specified by reference to an association or trade standard, comply with requirements and recommendations stated in that standard, except when requirements are modified by the Construction…