ESBD_371111_1723153414962_02. Specification No TxDOT 490-92-45589 Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA) .pdf

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

SPECIFICATION NO.

TxDOT 490-92-45589

DATED: APRIL 2024:

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THERMOGRAVIMETRIC ANALYZER

PUBLICATION

This specification is a product of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This specification may not be sold for profit or monetary gain. If this document is altered in any way, the header and any and all references to TxDOT must be removed. TxDOT does not assume nor accept any liability when this specification is used in the procurement process by any other entity.

1. SCOPE: This Specification is to provide a Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA) that shall be used for compositional analyses of many traffic and coating materials.

2. DELIVERY LOCATION: To be delivered to Texas Department of Transportation Materials and Tests Division 6230 E. Stassney Ln Austin, TX 78744. Vendor must use Burleson Road entrance to TxDOT Stassney Campus.

3. DEFINITIONS OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS

3.1. TGA - Thermogravimetric Analyzer

3.2. FTIR - Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy

3.3. MTD - Materials and Test Division

3.4. MPL - Material Producers List

4. EQUIPMENT

4.1. Equipment furnished must be the latest model in current production, as offered to commercial trade, and of quality workmanship and material. The vendor represents that all equipment offered will be new. Used, shopworn, demonstrator, prototype, re-manufactured, or discontinued models are not acceptable.

4.2. Vendor must provide Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Title, and any other documents required for this equipment.

4.3. All parts not specifically mentioned which are necessary for the unit to be complete and ready for operation or which are normally furnished as standard equipment must be furnished by the vendor. All parts must conform in strength, quality, and workmanship to the accepted standard of the industry.

4.4. The unit provided must meet or exceed all federal and state of Texas safety, health, lighting, and noise regulations and standards in effect and applicable to equipment furnished at the time of manufacture.

4.5. Must include connections needed for Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer.

4.6. Must be capable of working in conjunction with Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer.

4.7. Must be able to test at temperatures as high as 1200ºC.

4.8. The testing chamber must be fully enclosed to minimize temperature fluctuations within the workspace and vibrations.

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4.9. Must be capable of applying heat with a linear rate as low as 0.1ºC/min and as high as 500ºC/min.

4.10. Must be capable of fast heating and cooling; The heating must be as fast as 1500ºC/min and cooling from 1000ºC to 40ºC in less than 10 mins.

4.11. Must have a minimum sample weight capacity of 1 gram.

4.12. Must have a weight precision of +/- 0.01%, a resolution of 0.001 to 0.002 mg and a sensitivity of 0.1 mg.

4.13. Must be temperature precision of +/- 0.1ºC (Isotherm) +/- 1ºC (Dynamic).

4.14. Must be capable of working with 5' (152 cm) transfer line and connect to a 1/8" outside diameter tubing with standard compression fittings.

4.15. Must be equipped with an evolved gas option. Must in include a set of 3 ceramic sample pans and crucibles and a set of 3 platinum sample pans and crucibles.

4.16. Must include installation and training. These services must take place on TxDOT's premises at a time and date mutually agreed upon by the vendor and TxDOT.

5. Installation:

Vendor must install unit at the TxDOT designated site and ensure complete installation of the equipment, including providing all cables, hoses, brackets, and accessories, necessary for complete and safe installation, connection to power and telecommunications sources, and diagnostic testing. Unit shall be fully operational. TxDOT will execute all physical modifications to the installation site unless otherwise specified.

Vendor must notify TxDOT point of contact via telephone or email a minimum of 10 working days prior to proposed installation date.

6. Factory-Trained Technician:

The vendor must provide the services of a competent factory-trained technician thoroughly trained in the use and operation of the unit to TxDOT for a minimum of 4-hour(s) instruction on safety, operation, and preventive maintenance of the unit. Services must be provided after the unit has been delivered and is ready for operation but prior to payment.

The training must take place on TxDOT's premises at a time and date mutually agreed upon by the vendor and TxDOT.

NOTE: Please include all installation, training, and freight charges in the unit price of the bid tab.

7. EXAMPLE MAKE/MODLES

7.1. TA Instruments-Model Discovery TGA 5500

7.2. Mettler Toledo – Thermal Analysis System DSC 5+

7.3. Or approved TxDOT equal

8. WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS

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8.1. MATERIAL WARRANTY: Materials provided under the contract must be in current production, as offered to commercial trade, and be of quality material. Used, shopworn, demonstrator, prototype, reconditioned, or discontinued materials are not acceptable. Materials must be warranted against material defects and defects in workmanship for a period of not less than 12 months and cover 100% parts and labor. The warranty period must commence upon date of acceptance by TxDOT. If the manufacturer’s standard warranty period exceeds 12 months, then the standard warranty period must be in effect. The vendor must be responsible for the warranty.

The vendor must provide the designated TxDOT representative with all manufacturers’ warranty documents upon completion of service prior to leaving the job site.

9. DELIVERABLES

9.1. Thermogravimetric Analyzer

9.2. Installation

9.3. Training

10. VENDOR PERFORMANCE: Vendor performance will be monitored on a regular basis by TxDOT.

10.1. An unsatisfactory performance determination includes, but is not limited to:

10.1.1. Failure to deliver any portion of the equipment.

10.1.2. Any requirement not met as outlined in the equipment requirements determined by TxDOT.

NOTE: Unsatisfactory performance may result in a negative vendor performance report, or cancellation of the contract or both, in addition to any other rights, liquidated damages and remedies provided by the contract or allowed by law.

10.2. An exceptional performance determination includes, but is not limited to:

10.2.1. Deliverables made early upon TxDOT personnel request.

10.2.2. Product upgrade substitution suggested and accepted at no additional cost to TxDOT.

10.2.3. Vendor commended for exceptional customer service; exceptional service provided.

10.2.4. Provided technical assistance when not required.