ESBD_492828_1772124625443_rfp 02-26 la forge hall gym hvac with MEP.pdf

41406 Southwest TX College -

LaForge Hall HVAC Renov

TABLE OF CONTENTS 02-20-2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 – FRONT END

01010 SUMMARY OF WORK 2

01020 ALLOWANCES 3

01027 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT 2

01020 ALTERNATES 1

01050 FIELD ENGINEERING 2

01200 PROJECT MEETINGS 1

01250 SUBSTITUTION REQUEST 4

01300 SUBMITTALS 9

01400 QUALITY CONTROL 2

01411 TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES 2

01500 CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS 5

01600 MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT 3

01700 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT 4

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC 14

23 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND

EQUIPMENT

23 05 48 VIBRATION ISOLATION FOR HVAC PIPING & EQUIPMENT 3

23 05 50 HVAC PAINTING 1

23 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC DUCTWORK, PIPING AND

EQUIPMENT

23 05 91 SYSTEM PREPARATION FOR HVAC TAB COMMISSIONING 3

23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING FOR HVAC 5

23 07 00 HVAC INSULATION - GENERAL 4

23 07 13 EXTERNAL DUCT INSULATION 4

23 07 19 HVAC LOW TEMPERATURE PIPING INSULATION 2

23 08 00 HVAC COMMISSIONING 6

TABLE OF CONTENTS 02-20-2026

23 09 23 FACILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - HVAC BACNET 16

23 20 00 HVAC PIPING-GENERAL 4

23 20 13 HVAC PIPING – COLD WATER MAKE-UP AND EQUIPMENT

DRAINS

23 23 00 REFRIGERANT PIPING 2

23 31 00 HVAC DUCTS 10

23 34 00 HVAC FANS 3

23 37 13 DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS AND GRILLES 2

23 81 20 DX VAV PACKAGED ROOFTOP UNITS 4

23 81 26 AIR-COOLED CONDENSING UNITS 9

23 82 19 FAN COIL UNITS - DIRECT EXPANSION 3

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL 13

26 05 19 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND

CABLES - COPPER

26 05 19.12 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND

CABLES - METAL CLAD CABLE

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4

26 05 33 RACEWAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 6

26 05 33.11 BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 3

26 05 43 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 6

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4

26 05 73 POWER SYSTEM STUDIES - IN PROCESS 5

26 08 00 COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 2

26 22 13.11 LOW-VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS -

GENERAL PURPOSE, 150-DEGREE C RISE

26 24 16 PANELBOARDS 4

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES 4

26 28 13 LOW-VOLTAGE FUSES 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS 02-20-2026

26 28 16.10 ENCLOSED SWITCHES 2

26 43 13 SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICES FOR LOW-VOLTAGE

POWER CIRCUITS

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 31 00 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM 11

41406 Southwest TX College 01 01 00 - 1 Summary of Work

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

.1

.2SECTION INCLUDES

A. Work covered by contract documents.

B. Future work.

C. Contractor use of premise.

D. Applicable codes.

E. Work excluded.

.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Work under this contract includes construction of the following facilities for the Southwest Texas Junior College at the La Forge gymnasium in Uvalde, Texas:

1. Remove the existing exhaust fans and unit heaters within the gymnasium and locker room area.

2. Furnish and install the packaged rooftop units for the gymnasium and split systems for the locker rooms.

3. Furnish and install a complete DDC system for the installed

HVAC equipment.

4. Support the existing roof structure to accommodate the weight of the new roof top equipment.

5. Provide a new electrical service, dedicated to serve the new

HVAC equipment, but sized for the entire building. In the future the building will be converted over to the new service.

B. Items noted 'owner-furnished', Not in Contract or "By Others," will be furnished and/or installed by Owner under separate contracts.

Coordinate with work of these contractors to allow for installation of systems and materials.

.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. Contractor shall limit his use of the site to allow for continued operations by Owner on the adjacent property. Allow access to the site by contractors operating under separate contracts with the Owner. Allow separate contractors access and opportunity for installation of their work.

B. Coordinate construction activities of separate contractors under direction of the Owner.

C. Assume full responsibility for protection and safekeeping of products under this Contract.

D. Obtain and pay for use of additional storage or work areas needed for operations under this Contract.

E. Maintain the site secure at all times.

F. Coordinate use of the site with the Owner’s representative to allow for Owner’s continued use of the site.

.5 WORK BY THE OWNER AND OWNER FURNISHED MATERIALS

41406 Southwest TX College 01 01 00 - 2 Summary of Work

A. The following items and items noted ‘NIC’ (Not in Contract) in the drawings, will be furnished and installed by the Owner or by separate contractors employed by the Owner.

.6 APPLICABLE CODES

A. All work shall conform to 2015 International Building Code, 2015

International Fire Code, 2015 International Plumbing Code, and 2015 International Mechanical Code, the 2017 National Electrical Code.

.7 WORK EXCLUDED

A. Work under this Contract specifically excludes handling, removal and abatement of asbestos containing materials, polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) and/or any other hazardous materials.

B. If the Contractor should discover or have reason to believe as a result of his operations, that asbestos containing materials, PCB or other hazardous materials are present, immediately cease operations and notify Owner. The Owner will arrange to: 1) have this area inspected, and 2) remove any hazardous materials.

C. No claims for additional compensation will be allowed for suspicion or finding of hazardous materials unless the Owner fails to promptly conduct an inspection and remove any hazardous materials found.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used

PART 3 EXECUTION

Not used

END OF SECTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 02 00 - 1 Allowances

SECTION 01020

ALLOWANCES

PART 1 GENERAL

1 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED

A. Schedule of monetary amounts of allowances in Contract Sum for purchase and installation of designated products.

B. Costs in Contract Sum other than in Allowance.

C. Procedures for administration of Allowances.

2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. General Conditions of the Contract.

B. Section 01300 - Submittals.

C. Individual Specifications Sections Listed Under Schedule of

Allowances: Specification of products and installation under Allowances.

3 COSTS INCLUDED IN ALLOWANCES

A. Cost of product to Contractor or subcontractor, less applicable trade discounts.

B. Delivery to site.

C. Labor required under allowance, only when labor is specified to be included.

4 CONTRACTOR COSTS INCLUDED IN CONTRACT SUM

A. Products handling at site, including unloading, uncrating, and storage.

B. Protection of products from elements and from damage.

C. Labor for installation and finishing, except when installation is specified as part of allowance.

D. Other expenses required to complete installation.

E. Contractor overhead and profit.

F. Contractor's overage or allowance for breakage and cutting wastes.

5 ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Consult with Contractor in consideration of products, suppliers and installers.

B. Select products in consultation with Owner, obtain Owner's written decision, and transmit full information to Contractor.

1. Manufacturer, product, model or catalog number, accessories, attachments, and finishes.

2. Supplier and installer as applicable.

3. Manufacturer's warranties.

C. Prepare Change Orders.

6 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Assist Engineer and Owner in determining qualified suppliers and installers; obtain proposals when requested.

B. Make recommendations for Engineer consideration.

C. Promptly notify Engineer of:

1. Any reasonable objections against supplier or installer.

41406 Southwest TX College 01 02 00 - 2 Allowances

2. Any effect on the construction schedule anticipated by selections under consideration.

D. On notification of selection execute purchase agreement with designated suppler and installer.

E. Supply cost to Engineer for inclusion in Change Order.

F. Inform Engineer of anticipated additional costs at the site, or other expenses caused by the selection under the allowance, prior to acceptance of the Change Order and subsequent execution of the work.

G. Arrange for and process shop drawings, product data, and samples.

41406 Southwest TX College 01 02 00 - 3 Allowances

H. Arrange for delivery. Promptly inspect products upon delivery for completeness, damage, and defects. Submit claims for transportation damage.

I. Install, adjust, and finish products in compliance with requirements of referenced specifications sections.

J. Provide warranties for products and installation.

7 CORRELATION WITH CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule shop drawings, product data, samples, and delivery dates, in Progress Schedule for products selected under allowances.

8 ADJUSTMENT OF COSTS

A. Should the net cost be more or less than the specified amount of the allowance, the Contract Sum will be adjusted accordingly by Change Order.

1. The amount of the Change Order will recognize any changes in handling costs at the site, labor, installation costs, overhead, profit, and other expenses caused by the selection under the allowance.

B. Submit documentation for actual additional costs at the site, or other expenses caused by the selection under the allowance.

C. Failure to submit claims prior to acceptance of the Change Order will constitute a waiver of claims for additional costs.

D. At contract closeout, reflect all approved changes in contract amounts in the final statement of accounting.

9 SCHEDULE OF ALLOWANCES

A. Contingency Allowance: Allow the sum of $250,000.00.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used.

PART 3 EXECUTION

Not used.

41406 Southwest TX College 1 01 00 - 1 Application for Payment

SECTION 01027

APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedures for preparation and submittal of Applications for Payment.

2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS: Progress Payments and Final Payment.

B. Section 01300 - Submittals.

C. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout: Final Payment.

3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit typed schedule on AIA Form G703 - Application and Certificate for Payment

Continuation Sheet.

B. Submit Schedule of Values in duplicate for each portion of the project within 15 days after date of award of the contract.

C. Format: Utilize the Table of Contents of this Project Manual. Identify each line item with number and title of the major specification Section. Identify site mobilization, bonds, insurance, and overhead/profit and allocate a proportional share to each portion of the project.

D. Include in each line item, the amount of Allowances. For unit cost Allowances, identify quantities taken from Contract Documents multiplied by the unit cost to achieve the total for the item.

E. Revise schedule to list approved Change Orders, with each Application For Payment.

4 FORMAT

A. AIA G702 - Application and Certificate for Payment including AIA Form G703 continuation sheets.

B. For each item, provide a column for listing:

1. Item Number

2. Description of Work

3. Scheduled Value

4. Previous Applications

5. Work in Place and Stored Materials under this Application

6. Authorized Change Orders

7. Total Completed and Stored to Date of Application

8. Percentage of Completion

9. Balance to Finish

10. Retainage

5 PREPARATION OF APPLICATIONS

A. Present required information in typewritten form or on electronic media printout.

B. Execute certification by signature of authorized officer.

C. Use data from approved Schedule of Values. Provide dollar value in each column for each line item for portion of work performed and for stored products.

D. List each authorized Change Order as an extension on continuation sheet, listing Change

Order number and dollar amount as for an original item of Work.

E. Prepare Application for Final Payment as specified in Section 01700.

6 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Submit three copies of each Application for Payment to Engineer who will review and forward to Owner with recommendation.

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

41406 Southwest TX College 1 01 00 - 2 Application for Payment

C. Payment Period: Monthly.

D. Submit under transmittal letter specified in Section 01300.

E. Submit lien releases or notarized bills paid affidavits from all Subcontractors and major material suppliers to the requirements of the General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions.

7 SUBSTANTIATING DATA

A. When Engineer requires substantiating information, submit data justifying dollar amounts in question.

B. Provide one copy of data with cover letter for each copy of submittal. Show Application number and date, and line item by number and description.

8 PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. Provided the Contractor submits Application for Payment to the Engineer by the first of each month, payments by the Owner will be processed by the 31st day of the same month.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used

PART 3 EXECUTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 03 00 - 1 Alternates

SECTION 01030

ALTERNATES

PART 1 GENERAL

.1

.2SECTION INCLUDES

A. Submission procedures B. Documentation of changes to Contract Sum/Price and Contract Time.

.3 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Document 00500 - Agreement Form: Incorporating monetary value of accepted Alternates.

B. Section 01300 - Submittals: Work schedule affected by Alternates.

.4 REQUIREMENTS

A. Submit Bidder proposed Alternates with full description of the proposed Alternate and the affect on adjacent or related components.

B. Alternates quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and accepted or rejected at Owner’s option.

Accepted Alternates will be identified in the Owner-Contractor Agreement.

C. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work to integrate the Work of each

Alternate.

.5 SELECTION AND AWARD OF ALTERNATES

A. Indicate variation of Bid Price for Alternates described below and list in Bid Form Document or any supplement to it, which requests a “difference” in Bid Price by adding to or deducting from the base bid price.

B. Bid will be evaluated on the combination of base bid price and Alternates that provide the Owner with the best value.

.6 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

A. Not used

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used

PART 3 EXECUTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 05 00 - 1 Field Engineering

SECTION 01050

FIELD ENGINEERING

PART 1 GENERAL

1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Quality control.

B. Submittals.

C. Project Record Documents.

2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout: Project Record Documents.

3 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Employ a Land Surveyor acceptable to Engineer and registered in the State where the work will be performed.

B. Submit evidence of Surveyor's E&O insurance coverage in the form of an Insurance

Certificate prior to commencement of this Work.

4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit name, address, and telephone number of Surveyor before starting survey work.

B. On request, submit documentation verifying accuracy of survey work.

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

5 EXAMINATION

A. Verify locations of survey control points prior to starting work.

B. Promptly notify Engineer of any discrepancies discovered.

6 SURVEY REFERENCE POINTS

A. Contractor shall locate and protect survey control and reference points.

B. Control datum for survey is that established by Owner provided survey.

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

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

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

7 SURVEY REQUIREMENTS

A. Provide field engineering services. Utilize recognized engineering survey practices.

B. Establish a minimum of two permanent bench marks on site for each portion of the project, referenced to established control points. Record locations, with horizontal and vertical data, on Project Record Documents.

C. Establish elevations, lines and levels. Locate and lay out by instrumentation and similar appropriate means:

1. Site improvements including pavements; stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement;

utility locations, slopes, and invert elevations.

2. Grid or axis for structures.

3. Building foundation, column locations, and ground floor elevations.

D. Periodically verify layouts by same means.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used

PART 3 EXECUTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 05 00 - 2 Field Engineering

41406 Southwest TX College 01 20 00 - 1 Project Meetings

SECTION 01200

PROJECT MEETINGS

PART 1 GENERAL

1 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED

A. Contractor participation in preconstruction conference.

B. Contractor administration of progress meetings and pre-installation conferences.

2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01300 - Submittals: Progress schedules, shop drawings, product data, and samples.

B. Section 01400 - Quality Control.

3 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Engineer will administer preconstruction conference, exchange of preliminary submittals, and clarification of Owner and Contractor responsibilities in use of site and for review of administration procedures.

4 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer project meetings throughout progress of the work at maximum bi-monthly intervals, called meetings, and pre-installation conference. Coordinate occurrence schedule of meetings with owner.

B. Make physical arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings, record minutes, and distribute copies within two days to Owner, Engineer, participants, and those affected by decisions made at meetings.

C. Attendance: Job superintendent, major subcontractors and suppliers; Owner and Engineer as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

D. Suggested Agenda: Review of Work progress, status of progress schedule and adjustments thereto, delivery schedules, submittals, maintenance of quality standards, pending changes and substitutions, coordination of trades, and other items affecting progress of Work.

5 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. When required in individual specification Section, convene a pre-installation conference prior to commencing work of the Section.

B. Require attendance of entities directly affecting, or affected by, work of the Section.

C. Review conditions of installation, preparation and installation procedures, and coordinate with related work.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used

PART 3 EXECUTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 25 00 - 1 Substitution Request

SECTION 012500

SUBSTITUTION REQUEST

PART 1 GENERAL

.1

.2RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and

Supplementary General Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

.3 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for handling requests for substitutions made both prior to receipt of bids and after as herein specified.

B. The Contractor's Construction Schedule and the Schedule of Submittals are included under Section "Submittals".

C. Standards: Refer to Section "Reference Standards and Definitions" for applicability of industry standards to products specified.

D. Procedural requirements governing the Contractor's selection of products and product options are included under Section "Materials and Equipment."

.4 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions used in this Article are not intended to change or modify the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents.

B. Substitutions: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction required by Contract Documents proposed by the Contractor 10 days prior to receipt of bids are considered requests for substitutions. Substitutions shall be reviewed as outlined in the Supplementary Conditions. The following are not considered substitutions:

1. Substitutions requested by Bidders during the bidding period and accepted prior to award of Contract, are considered as included in the Contract Documents.

2. Revisions to Contract Documents requested by the Owner or Engineer.

3. Specified options of products and construction methods included in Contract Documents.

4. The Contractor's determination of and compliance with governing regulations and orders issued by governing authorities.

.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Substitution Request Submittal: Requests for substitution will be considered if received at least 10 days prior to bid date. Requests received after commencement of the Work may be considered or rejected at the discretion of the Engineer.

1. Submit each request for substitution in pdf format for consideration. Submit requests in the form and in accordance with procedures required for Change Order proposals.

2. Identify the product, or the fabrication or installation method to be replaced in each request. Include related Specification Section

41406 Southwest TX College 01 25 00 - 2 Substitution Request and Drawing numbers. Provide complete documentation showing compliance with the requirements for substitutions, and the following information, as appropriate:

3. Product Data, including Drawings and descriptions of products, fabrication and installation procedures.

4. Samples, where applicable or requested.

5. A detailed comparison of significant qualities of the proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Significant qualities may include elements such as size, weight, durability, performance and visual effect.

6. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modification needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by the Owner and separate Contractors, which will become necessary to accommodate the proposed substitution.

7. A statement indicating the substitution's effect on the Anticipated Project Schedule and Contract Construction Schedule after award of contract compared to the schedule without approval of the substitution. Indicate the effect of the proposed substitution on overall Contract Time.

8. Cost information, including a proposal of the net change, if any, from the specified product of assembly, or the contract sum.

9. Certification by the Bidder or Contractor that the substitution proposed is equal-to or better in every significant respect to that required by the Contract Documents, and that it will perform adequately in the application indicated. Include the Contractor's wavier of rights to additional payment or time, that may subsequently become necessary because of the failure of the substitution to perform adequately.

B. Engineer’s Action: If a decision on use of proposed substitute cannot be made or obtained within the time allocated, use the product specified by name. Acceptance of the proposed substitution will be in the form of an Addendum that lists al prior approved products prior to award of contract and a change order after the award of contract.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

.1 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Conditions: The Bidder's or Contractor's substitution request will be received and considered by the Engineer when all of the mandatory conditions are satisfied and one or more of the optional conditions are satisfied, as determined by the Engineer; otherwise requests will be returned without action except to record noncompliance with these requirements.

B. Mandatory Conditions: Submit as required prior to bidding.

Extensive revisions to Contract Documents are not required.

Proposed changes are in keeping with the general intent of Contract Documents. The request is timely, fully documented and properly submitted.

C. Optional Conditions: The request is directly related to an "or equal" clause or similar language in the Contract Documents. The specified product of method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time. The request will not be considered if the product or

41406 Southwest TX College 01 25 00 - 3 Substitution Request method cannot be provided as a result of failure to pursue the Work promptly or coordinate activities properly.

D. The specified product or method of construction cannot receive necessary approval by a governing authority, and the requested substitution can be approved.

E. A substantial advantage is offered the Owner, in terms of cost, time, energy conservation or other considerations of merit, after deducting offsetting responsibilities the Owner may be required to bear.

Additional responsibilities for the Owner may include additional compensation to the Engineer for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by the Owner or separate Contractors, and similar considerations.

F. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided in a manner that is compatible with other materials, and where the Bidder or Contractor certifies that the substitution will overcome the incompatibility.

G. The specified product or method of construction cannot be coordinated with other materials, and where the Bidder or Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution can be coordinated.

H. The specified product or method of construction cannot provide a warranty required by the Contract Documents and where the Bidder or Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution provide the required warranty.

I. The Contractor's submittal and Engineer's acceptance of Shop Drawings, Product Data or Samples that relate to construction activities not complying with the Contract Documents does not constitute an acceptable or valid request for substitution, nor does it constitute approval.

J.

1.1 FAILURE OF TIMELY ORDER - The contractor is responsible for assuring the timely order of all materials specified. If a specified material, or color of material cannot be delivered by the contract completion date, due to failure to order the material in a timely manner, the contractor shall be responsible for supplying an equal or better material. The Engineer shall be the sole determinant of the approved substitute material. The contractor shall also be charged an amount equal to 5% of the value of the specified material. This amount shall be credited to the owner through a change order to the contract. The word "material", as used in this section, includes all items specified in the specifications or shown on the drawings.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (not applicable)

END OF SECTION 01 25 00

CONTRACTOR’S SUBSTITUTION REQUEST FORM

PROJECT:

41406 Southwest TX College 01 25 00 - 4 Substitution Request

LOCATION:

CONTRACTOR:

SUB-CONTRACTOR:

SUBMITTAL NO:

ORIGINAL PRODUCT

SPECIFIED IN

CONTRACT:

REQUESTED

SUBSTITUTION:

REASON FOR

CHANGE:

CONSTRUCTION

COST CHANGES:

CONSTRUCTION TIME

CHANGES:

Contractor has thoroughly investigated and coordinated this substitution and certifies that it meets or exceeds original product/manufacturer called for in the contract documents.

Contractor verifies that substitute’s performance and operation meets or exceeds original called for in contract documents.

Contractor verifies that substitute can be incorporated into project without affecting any other aspect of the project.

Contractor understands that additional time will be required for Engineer processing and Owner’s consideration of substitution.

Contractor’s Authorized Representative

Date

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 1 Submittals

SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

PART 1 GENERAL

1 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED

A. Procedures B. Shop drawing schedule C. Governmental Review Comments D. Shop Drawings E. Product Data F. Samples

2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. General Conditions.

B. Section 01400 - Quality Control: Field samples and mock-ups.

C. Section 01600 - Material and Equipment: Contractor's List of Products and Subcontractors.

D. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout: Closeout submittals.

3 DEFINITIONS

A. Shop Drawings: See General Conditions.

B. Product Data: See General Conditions.

C. Samples: See General Conditions.

D. Governmental Review Comments: Written comments and process stamps by authorized governmental representatives on or accompanying returned documents previously submitted for building permits, operating licenses, code or ordinance approvals or variances, or other similar or related governmental reviews or approvals.

E. "NO EXCEPTIONS": Fabrication, manufacture and/or construction may proceed, providing the Work is in accordance with all requirements of the Contract Documents. The Engineer's final acceptance of the Work will be contingent upon such compliance.

F. "EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED": Manufacture and fabrication for construction may proceed. The Engineer's final acceptance of the Work will be contingent upon compliance with all notations and all requirements of the Contract Documents.

G. "REJECTED - RESUBMIT": No work shall be fabricated, manufactured and/or constructed. The Contractor shall redraw and resubmit the Shop Drawings or other submittals to conform with all requirements of the Contract Documents.

Resubmit to the Engineer, until resubmission is not required.

Submittals marked "REJECTED - RESUBMIT" are not permitted on the construction site.

4 CONTRACTOR'S DUTIES

A. Before submission of first submittals and prior to submission of first Application for Payment, submit Schedule of Submittals. List:

1. Specification Section Number

2. Projected Date of Delivery to Engineer

3. Date fabrication of items must begin to prevent delay in work schedule.

4. Subcontractor name and telephone number

B. Review and approve all material developed for submittal in compliance with Contract Documents. Determine and verify

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 2 Submittals conformance of materials and submittals to requirements of Contract Documents.

1. Where work is noted as "by others," indicate contractor or subcontractor providing that construction.

2. Where dimensions are noted "field dimension," indicate whether dimension has been field verified and if not, Contractor or subcontractor responsible for the field verification.

3. By submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples to Engineer, the Contractor represents that he has determined and verified all materials, field measurements, and field construction criteria related thereto, or will do so, and that he has checked and coordinated the information contained within such submittals with the requirements of the Work and of the Contract Documents.

C. Unless otherwise noted in the Specifications, submittals shall contain:

1. Date of Submission and previous submission dates if applicable.

2. Project Title and Number.

3. Name of Contractor.

4. Name of Supplier and Manufacturer.

5. Identification of product by specification number.

6. Field dimensions clearly indicated as such.

7. Relationship of adjacent or critical features of the Work.

8. Applicable standards such as ASTM, ANSI, etc.

9. Identification of deviations from the Contract Documents.

Highlight deviations to ensure that all associated with the project are aware of such deviation. Provide written description of deviations to Engineer at time of submission.

10. Contractor's stamp, initiated or signed, certifying review of submittal, coordination and compliance with the requirements of the Work.

D. Deliver submittal material developed to Engineer for proper distribution and review.

E. Submit with reasonable promptness and in such sequence as to cause no delay in the Work or in the work of the Owner or any Separate Contractor, all Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples required by the Contract Documents.

Submit all shop drawings within 45 days of award of the Contract.

F. Transmit each item under Engineer accepted form.

G. Submit construction schedule and schedule of values within

15 days after date of acceptance of award of the Contract.

After review by Engineer, revise and resubmit as required.

Schedule of Values shall be used as a basis for the Contractor's Application for Payment.

H. Comply with progress schedule for submittals related Work progress. Coordinate submittal of related items.

I. Coordinate submittals with requirements of Work and of Contract Documents.

J. Sign or initial shop drawings and product data, and each sample label to certify compliance with requirements of Contract Documents.

K. After Engineer review of submittal, revise and resubmit as required, identifying changes made since previous submittal.

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 3 Submittals

L. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals to concerned persons. Instruct recipients to promptly report deficiencies or conditions which prevent compliance.

M. Do not fabricate products or begin work which requires submittals until return of submittal with Engineer acceptance, then complete work in accordance with accepted submittals.

N. The Contractor shall not be relieved from responsibility for errors or omissions in the Shop Drawings, Product Data or Samples by the Engineer's acceptance thereof.

5 ENGINEER'S DUTIES

A. Receive and log submittals from Contractor.

B. Transmit appropriate submittals to Consultants for review.

C. Receive and log reviewed submittals from Consultants.

D. Review submittals for conformance with submission requirements. Return non-conforming submittals to Contractor without review for resubmission in conformance with requirements.

E. Review Engineering submittals with reasonable promptness.

F. Affix stamp and initial or sign, and indicate requirement for resubmittal or acceptance of submittal and return to Contractor.

G. Notify Contractor when submittals are ready to be picked up for distribution, or revision, and resubmission.

6 RESUBMITTALS

A. Make resubmittals under procedures for initial submittals;

identify changes made since previous submittals and indicated date of resubmission.

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 4 Submittals

7 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. Submit a Gantt (Bar) Chart construction progress schedule using the table of contents of this project manual as major component headings. Show complete sequence of construction activity and indicate dates for beginning and completing each major element of construction including work to be provided or installed by the Owner or under separate contracts and sample and shop drawing submittals.

Specifically list dates for:

1. Mobilization

2. Clearing of Site

3. Excavation

4. Foundation Work

5. Structural Framing

6. Major sub-contractor Work

7. Finishes

8. Substantial Completion

B. Show complete sequence of construction by activity, identifying work of separate stages and other logically grouped activities. Show projected percentage of completion for each item of Work as of time of each Application for Progress Payment.

C. Show submittal dates required for shop drawings, product data, and samples, and product delivery dates.

D. Revise schedule not less than monthly to maintain schedule current with construction progress and project scope.

Provide a narrative report as needed to explain revisions, define problem areas, anticipated delays and impact on schedule. Also include in narrative, recommended corrective action, its effect and the effect of changes on schedules of other Contractors.

E. Submit revised Progress Schedule to Engineer each month with Application and Certificate for Payment.

8 DAILY FIELD PROGRESS REPORT

A. At the end of each day, prior to securing the site, in a format acceptable to the Engineer, record activity at the site during the day covered by the report. Include:

1. Date

2. Weather conditions

3. Moisture measured in on site rain gauge

4. Activities in progress and sizes of work crews

5. Location by floor and column grid where each activity is occurring

6. Inspections by authorized building officials

7. Visitors to site

8. Other activities or occurrences of note

9. Additional activities required to be recorded by other sections.

B. Upon request, submit copies of progress reports for the period requested.

C. At the completion of the project, submit the entire progress report in a three ring binder or other binding system acceptable to the Engineer. Submit with Final Application for Payment.

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 5 Submittals

9 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

A. Submit written Requests for Information (RFI) using

Engineer provided form. See Section 01300 Attachment “A.”

If desired, the form can be provided to the Contractor on electronic media, WordPerfect 8.0.

B. Complete upper portion of RFI form. Number RFI’s sequentially. Limit each RFI to one subject. Describe nature of additional information required with references to existing drawings as required. Where multiple solutions are possible or where the Contractor has envisioned a possible solution, submit proposed solution with RFI.

C. Submit RFI by fax to the Engineer, if desired. Where drawings exceed 8-1/2" x 11" format, submit four (4) copies with RFI.

D. Engineer will review RFI and provide additional information required for continuation of project consistent with design intent. If required, additional drawings will be issued with the RFI response.

10 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Unless otherwise noted in the specifications, submit in the form of one reproducible transparency and five opaque reproductions. Three opaque reproductions will be retained by the Engineer for distribution to Consultants and Owner and two opaque reproductions shall be retained by the Contractor and stored as record submittals for the Owner’s use. After review, reproduce and distribute in accordance with requirements in section on Contractor's Duties above.

B. Present in a clear and thorough manner. Title each drawing with Project name; identify each element of drawings by reference to sheet number and detail, schedule, or room number of Contract Documents.

C. Identify field dimensions; show relation to adjacent or critical features for Work or products.

D. Action on Shop Drawings:

1. Shop Drawings which are reviewed with no corrections will be stamped "NO EXCEPTIONS." The Engineer will return one stamped reproducible transparency to the Contractor who shall be responsible for reproducing and distributing them as necessary.

2. Shop Drawings which have been reviewed and require only minor corrections will be stamped "EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED." The Engineer will return one stamped reproducible transparency to the Contractor who shall be responsible for reproducing and distributing them as necessary.

3. Shop Drawings which have been reviewed and are rejected will be stamped "REJECTED - RESUBMIT."

4. If the Shop Drawings are stamped "REJECTED - RESUBMIT," the Engineer will return two stamped copies, one opaque and one transparent, to the Contractor. The Contract shall resubmit revised shop drawings to the Engineer until "NO EXCEPTIONS" or "EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED" has been indicated as described above.

E. Should the Contractor, Sub-contractor or material supplier desire to obtain the Engineer’s drawing in an electronic

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 6 Submittals format (CADD drawings) for use as an aid in preparing shop drawings, the Contractor shall complete the Indemnification and Release and electronic media order form, See Section 01300 Attachment “B.” Separate magnetic media files for this project must be obtained directly from each discipline that produced them (Structural, MEP, etc.). Submit the completed Indemnification and Release and electronic media order form with check directly to the design professional that produced the documents desired. When the files are ready for pick-up at the design professional’s office, the Contractor, Sub-contractor or material supplier will be notified by telephone.

11 PRODUCT DATA

A. Submit information in .pdf format

a. With a cover sheet for each Section of the specifications having the following information

1) Project name

2) Engineer’s name

3) Consultant’s name

4) Contractor’s name

5) Sub-contractor or supplier’s name

6) Index of materials included in submittal

b. With a separate file name for each Section of the specifications followed by a number identifying submission number; example: 23 05 00-01.pdf for original submittal and 23 05 00-02.pdf for first resubmittal.

B. Mark each sheet to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data; supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to the Work.

C. Submit only pages which are pertinent, referenced to Specification Section and Article number. Show reference standards, performance characteristics, and capacities, wiring and piping diagrams and controls, component parts, finishes, dimensions, and required clearances.

D. Modify manufacturer's standard schematic drawings and diagrams to supplement standard information and to provide information specifically applicable to the Work. Delete information not applicable.

E. Action on Product Data Literature:

1. Product Data which has reviewed and results in no corrections will be stamped "NO EXCEPTIONS." The Engineer will return two stamped copies to the Contractor.

The Contractor shall be responsible for reproducing and distributing copies as necessary.

2. Product Data which is reviewed and requires only minor corrections will be stamped EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED."

3. Product Data which has been reviewed and rejected will be stamped "REJECTED - RESUBMIT".

4. If stamped "REJECTED - RESUBMIT," the Engineer will return two stamped copies to the Contractor. The Contractor shall resubmit new information to the Engineer until "NO EXCEPTIONS" or "EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED" has been indicated as described above.

12 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 7 Submittals

A. When required in individual Specification Section, submit manufacturer's printed instruction for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, finishing, and maintenance in quantities specified for product data.

B. Submit at the same time that shop drawings or product literature are submitted.

13 SAMPLES

A. Unless otherwise indicated in individual specification sections, submit three sets of samples.

B. Submit full range of manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns for Engineer's selection.

C. Submit samples to illustrate functional characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices.

Illustrate color range by bracketing with number of samples required to fully describe range to be supplied.

D. Coordinate submittals of different sections for interfacing work.

E. Include identification on each sample, giving full descriptive information.

F. Two sets will be retained by Engineer. Reviewed samples which may be used in the Work are indicated in the Specification Section. Submit new samples as required until selected or accepted.

G. Action on Samples:

1. Samples which are reviewed with no corrections will be stamped "NO EXCEPTIONS." The Engineer will return one stamped Sample to the Contractor.

2. Samples which are reviewed and returned for corrections as noted, and subsequent resubmittal, will be stamped

"EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED."

3. Samples which are reviewed and rejected because they do not comply with the requirements will be marked

"REJECTED - RESUBMIT."

4. If the Samples are stamped "EXCEPTIONS AS NOTED" or "REJECTED - RESUBMIT," the Engineer will return two stamped Samples to the Contractor. The Contractor shall resubmit three new sets of Samples until "NO EXCEPTIONS" has been indicated as described above.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used

PART 3 EXECUTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 30 00 - 8 Submittals

REQUEST FOR TO: Robert Schrader

INFORMATION MEP Engineering

FROM: ________________________________

CONTRACTOR: _________________________

PROJECT: Modifications to Littleton Gymnasium RFI Number: ____________________________

SUBJECT: __________________________________ Date: ___________________________________

____________________________________________ Engineer’s Project No.

Shop Dwg. Submitted ___ Yes ___ No ___ N/A

LOCATION OF WORK: ________________________________________________________________

AFFECTED DRAWINGS:

DESCRIPTION (QUESTION):

PROPOSED SOLUTION:

Please respond by: _______________________

Attachments: ____________________________ Signature: _______________________________

RESPONSE:

Response by: ___Engineer ___ MEP Engineer ___ Structural Engineer ___ Civil Engineer ___ Other

Reference Drawings: ____________________________________________________________________

RESPONSE/COMMENT:

Date of Reply: ___________________________ Attachments: ____________________________ Signature: _______________________________

SECTION 01300 - SUBMITTALS - ATTACHMENT B 9

41406 Southwest TX College 01 40 00 - 1 Quality Control

SECTION 01400

QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 GENERAL

1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Quality assurance and control of installation.

B. References.

C. Mock-ups.

D. Field samples.

E. Manufacturers' field services and reports.

2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01300 - Submittals: Submission of Manufacturers' Instructions and Certificates.

B. Section 01411 - Testing Laboratory Services.

C. Section 01600 - Material and Equipment: Requirements for material and product quality.

3 INSPECTIONS BY THE CONTRACTOR

A. After award of Contract and prior to commencement of demolition and construction activities, inspect all existing construction to remain. Note unacceptable conditions or construction.

Notify Owner and Engineer in writing of any such conditions. Allow Owner and Engineer to observe noted conditions before beginning activities. Owner will not be liable for cost of correcting unreported deficiencies which were visible or identifiable at time of inspection.

B. Inspect existing construction before beginning work and as additional portions of existing construction are exposed by demolition activities. Specifically inspect construction for signs of deterioration, unknown utilities and/or hazardous materials.

C. Stop demolition or construction activities if conditions or materials enumerated above or similar items which may pose a hazard to the proper completion of work are encountered, suspected or identified. Notify Owner and Engineer in writing and do not proceed until clear directions are received.

D. Prior to the installation of materials over any substrate, inspect substrate to ensure supporting surface and construction are acceptable and adequate for its intended purpose and is complete and in an acceptable condition to receive subsequent construction. If subsequent construction will be installed by subcontractors, conduct inspections in the company of such subcontractors.

E. At the completion of the Work of any trade and before concealment of such work by subsequent construction, the General Contractor's Project Superintendent or his designated representative shall inspect the Work for compliance with Contract Documents and shall require any nonconforming work to be repaired or replaced.

4 QUALITY ASSURANCE/CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

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

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

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

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

E. Perform work by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.

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

5 REFERENCES

41406 Southwest TX College 01 40 00 - 2 Quality Control

A. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current on date of Contract Documents except where date of standard is given in individual specification section.

B. Obtain copies of standards when required by Contract Documents.

C. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification for Engineer before proceeding.

D. The contractual relationship of the parties to the Contract shall not be altered from the

Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

6 MOCK-UPS

A. Assemble and erect specified items, with specified framing, attachment and anchorage devices, flashings, seals, insulation, glass and glazing, and joint treatment at intersection of discontinuous wall materials for approval by Engineer and Owner.

B. When accepted by Engineer and Owner, mock-up will demonstrate minimum standard for the Work. Protect accepted free standing mock-ups until their removal is directed in writing .

Structure supported mock-ups may remain as part of the Work after approved by Engineer and Owner.

C. Block, brace and support mock-ups as required for safety, security and as required to withstand applied loads including those resulting from weather.

7 FIELD SAMPLES

A. Install field samples at the site as required by individual specifications Sections for review.

B. Acceptable samples establish the quality level for the Work.

C. Where field sample is specified in individual Sections to be removed, clear area after field sample has been accepted by Engineer.

D. Block and brace field samples as required for safety.

8 MANUFACTURERS' FIELD SERVICES AND REPORTS

A. Submit qualifications of observer to Engineer 30 days in advance of required observations.

Observer subject to approval of Engineer and Owner.

B. When specified in individual specification Sections, require material or Product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of workmanship, and start-up of equipment as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

C. Individuals to report observations and site decisions or instructions given to applicators or installers that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturers' written instructions.

D. Submit report in duplicate within 30 days of observation to Engineer for review.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used.

PART 3 EXECUTION

41406 Southwest TX College 01 41 10 - 1 Testing Laboratory Services

SECTION 01411

TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

PART 1 GENERAL

.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Selection and payment.

B. Contractor submittals.

C. Laboratory responsibilities.

D. Laboratory reports.

E. Limits on testing laboratory authority.

F. Contractor responsibilities.

G. Schedule of inspections and tests.

.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01700 - Contract Closeout: Submission of Project Record Documents.

B. Individual Specification Sections: Inspections and tests required, and standards for…