ESBD_397352_1740001764313_02. Specification.pdf

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

SPECIFICATION NO.

TxDOT 493-77-47328

DATED: FEBRUARY 2025

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Portable Spectrophotometer

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 for the purchase of a Portable Spectrophotometer.

2. DELIVERY LOCATION: The unit must be delivered to the Texas Department of

Transportation, Materials and Tests Division, at 6230 E. Stassney Ln, Austin, TX 78744.

The vendor must use the Burleson Road entrance to access the TxDOT Stassney Campus.

3. EQUIPMENT:

3.1. 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.

3.2. 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.

3.3. The device dimensions must not exceed 9" x 4" x 4" (DxWxH) and weight not exceeding 1 kg for easy handling and portability.

3.4. The device must meet a measurement geometry of 45/0 (45° illumination and 0° observation).

3.5. The device must have a spectral range from 400 nm to 700 nm with a resolution of 10 nm.

3.6. The measurement interval must be 10 nm or finer to ensure accurate spectral data acquisition.

3.7. The illumination source must be LED-based.

3.8. The device must have a high-resolution digital LCD display with a color touchscreen interface.

3.9. The device must support USB, Bluetooth, and wireless options for data transfer and analysis,

3.10. The device must be compatible with PC-based software provided by the manufacturer. The software must be included with the device.

3.11. Must meet all requirements of ASTM D2244 for Standard Practice for Calculation of

Color Tolerances and Color Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color Coordinates (Attachment A).

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4. ENERGY SOURCE:

4.1. The device must be battery-operated with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, providing a minimum of 8 hours of continuous operation.

4.2. The device must have charging capabilities via USB or a compatible charging dock.

5. CALIBRATION:

5.1. The device must feature a self-calibrating system, with the option for manual calibration and validation using standard reference tiles or calibration standards.

5.2. The software must support automatic updates for calibration protocols.

6. EXAMPLE MAKE/MODEL:

6.1. Konica Minolta Model CM-25cG

6.2. Or in accordance with paragraph 2.01 Specification of the TxDOT Terms and Conditions.

7. WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS:

7.1. 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.

8. DELIVERABLES:

8.1. Portable Spectrophotometer

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

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

9.1.1. Failure to deliver any portion of the equipment.

9.1.2. 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.

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

9.2.1. Deliverables made early upon TxDOT personnel request.

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

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

9.2.4. Provided technical assistance when not required.