ESBD_556287_1790181502060_Attachment 6 - Project Manual.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

Texas Workforce Commission CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 4800 N. Lamar Blvd.

Austin, TX 78756

TWC RFP: 3202600121

September 11, 2025

ELEMENTS PROJECT NO. 24-1039.00

OWNER TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION

101 East 15th Street

Austin, Texas 78778 512.463.7486

ARCHITECT ELEMENTS OF ARCHITECTURE, INC.

1201 6th Avenue, Suite 100

Fort Worth, TX 76104 P 817.333.2880

CIVIL GATEWAY ENGINEERING, INC.

6017 Reef Point Ln. #105

Fort Worth, TX 76135 866.936.8302

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TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 00 0110 - 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 00 0110

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 00 -- PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 1000 Summary

01 2000 Price and Payment Procedures

01 2100 Allowances

01 3000 Administrative Requirements

01 3553 Security Procedures

01 4000 Quality Requirements

01 5000 Temporary Facilities and Controls

01 5500 Vehicular Access and Parking

01 6000 Product Requirements

01 7000 Execution and Closeout Requirements

01 7329 Cutting and Patching

01 7419 Construction Waste Management

01 7700 Closeout Procedures

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 4113 Selective Site Demolition

02 4115 Paving Removal

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPOVEMENTS

32 1216 Asphalt Paving

32 1123 Flexible Base Courses

32 1313 Concrete Paving

32 1723 Pavement Markings

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TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 1000-1 SUMMARY

SECTION 01 1000

SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT

A. Project Name: Texas Workforce Commission – CCRC Parking Resurfacing

B. Owner’s Name: Texas Workforce Commission, Procurement and HUB Services 101 East 15th Street, Room 316T Austin, Texas 78778-001

C. Architect’s Name: Elements of Architecture, Inc.

1201 6th Avenue. Suite 100 Fort Worth, Texas 76104

1.02 CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

A. Contract Type: A single prime contract based on the total bid price plus the allowance if any as noted in the TWC solicitation.

1.03 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Scope of work to include the repaving and restriping of the parking lot areas at the TWC Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center in Austin, TX in three separate phases.

1.04 COMPLIANCE WITH ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS

A. The renovations shall be fully accessible to the disabled and handicapped in compliance with the State and Federal accessibility standards.

1. The Elimination of Architectural Barriers, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

2. The American with Disabilities Act, U.S. Department of Transportation.

1.05 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Texas Workforce Commission intends to continue to occupy all portions of the existing building during the entire construction period.

B. All work shall be limited normal business hours (7:00am-5:00pm) unless previous arrangements are made with the Architect and with the Texas Workforce Commission.

C. Texas Workforce Commission intends to occupy the Project upon Substantial Completion.

D. Cooperate with Texas Workforce Commission to minimize conflict and to facilitate Texas Workforce Commission’s operations.

E. Schedule the Work to accommodate Texas Workforce Commission occupancy.

1.06 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Construction Operations: The contractor shall confine his operations and personnel to the area within the limits of construction as shown on the drawings and the direct route from the construction area to the exterior or the designated staging area.

B. The contractor shall be allowed to use the Owner’s restroom facilities.

C. Staging: Texas Workforce Commission may designate an area for staging of the contractor’s material and equipment. The same staging area may by utilized by other contractors on the project. Contractors are to coordinate the storage of their materials and equipment with each other and cooperate in the use of the staging area. The shall confine their staging and storage to the area designed by Texas Workforce Commission. The staging area shall be kept clean and orderly at all times.

D. Arrange use of site and premises to allow:

1. Texas Workforce Commission occupancy.

2. Work by other contractors.

3. Work by Texas Workforce Commission.

E. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by Texas Workforce Commission:

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1. Emergency Building Exits During Construction: Keep all exits required by code open during construction period; provide temporary exit signs if exit routes are temporarily altered.

2. Do not obstruct roadways, sidewalks, or other public ways without permit.

F. Existing building spaces may not be used for storage unless owner allows otherwise.

G. Time Restrictions:

1. All work shall be limited to between 7AM and 5PM.

H. Utility Outages and Shutdown:

1. Limit disruption of utility services to hours the building is unoccupied.

2. Do not disrupt or shut down life safety systems, including but not limited to fire sprinklers and fire alarm system, without 7 days notice to Texas Workforce Commission and authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Limit shutdown of utility services to 10 hours at a time, arranged at least 24 hours in advance with Texas Workforce Commission.

4. Prevent accidental disruption of utility services to other facilities.

5. At the end of the construction project, the contractor shall leave the building and grounds in the same condition as before the work began.

1.07 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Contractor will establish work sequence for Texas Workforce Commission’s approval. Work sequence shall provide for full occupancy during normal work hours such that building systems are operational and do not disrupt business operations.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION - NOT USED

END OF SECTION

TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 2000-1 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 2000

PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for progress payments.

B. Describes the form for the Contractor’s Schedule of Values.

C. Change procedures.

D. Procedures for preparation and submittal of application for final payment.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Contract Documents defined in Division 0

B. Section 01 2100 – Allowances: Payment procedures related to allowances.

C. Section 01 3000 – Administrative Requirements related to progress schedule.

D. Section 01 7000 – Execution and Closeout Requirements related to close out procedures.

1.03 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

B. Submit a printed schedule on AIA Form G703 – Application and Certificate for Payment Continuation Sheet. Contractor’s standard form or electronic media printout will be considered.

C. Submit Schedule of Values in duplicate within 7 days after date of Notice to Proceed.

D. Format: Utilize the Table of Contents of this Project Manual. Identify each line item with number and title of the specification Section. Identify site mobilization.

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

1.04 APPLICATIONS FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. Payment Period: Once each calendar month based on the work performed the prior calendar month.

B. Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

C. Present required information in typewritten form.

D. Form: AIA G702 Application and Certificate for Payment and AIA G703 Continuation Sheet, including continuation sheets when required.

E. For each item, provide a column for listing each of the following:

1. Item Number.

2. Description of work.

3. Scheduled Values.

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.

F. Execute certification by signature of authorized officer.

G. 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.

H. List each authorized Change Order as a separate line item, listing Change Order number and dollar amount as for an original item of Work.

I. Submit three copies of each Application for Payment to Architect.

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J. Each Application for Payment shall be accompanied by an Invoice on Company Letterhead, and Affidavit of Bills Paid (except the first application) and a Texas Workforce Commission HUB Progress Assessment Report.

K. When Architect requires substantiating information, submit data justifying dollar amounts in question.

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.

L. Each Application for Payment shall be accompanied with the construction progress schedule, revised and current.

M. When Architect requires substantiating information, submit data justifying dollar amounts in question.

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.

1.05 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. Refer to solicitation for instructions on changes to the contract.

B. After execution of Change Order, promptly revise Schedule of Values and Application for Payment forms to record each authorized Change Order as a separate line item and adjust the Contract Price.

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

D. Promptly enter changes in Project Record Documents.

1.06 APPLICATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT

A. Prepare Application for Final Payment as specified for progress payments, identifying total adjusted Contract Price, previous payments, and sum remaining due.

B. Application for Final Payment will not be considered until the following have been accomplished:

1. All closeout procedures specified in Section 01 7000.

2. All items noted on the Final In section Report have been completed to the satisfaction of Texas

Workforce Commission and the Architect.

3. Submittal of Certificate of Substantial Completion, AIA Document G704

4. Submittal of Contractor’s Affidavit of Payment of Debts and Claims, AIA Document G706

5. Submittal of Affidavit of Release of Liens, AIA Document G707

6. Submittal of final HUB Progress Report

7. Submittal of all warrantied/guaranties as required by other sections

8. Submittal of Consent of Surety to Final Payment

9. Operations and Maintenance manuals for all equipment as required by other sections

10. Execution and submittal of Texas Workforce Commission’s Statement of Non-Inclusion of Asbestos

Containing Materials (ACM)

11. Submittal of rebates as defined within each section as applicable for the project. If undefined, provide documentation of applicable rebates that Texas Workforce Commission may qualify for.

TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 2100-1 ALLOWANCES

SECTION 01 2100

ALLOWANCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Contingency allowance.

B. Related Sections

1. Section 01 2000 – Price and Payment Procedures.

1.02 CONTINGENCY ALLOWANCE

A. A Contingency Allowance as noted and defined within the TWC solicitation shall be included in the bid price for the use by Texas Workforce Commission at their discretion for items, labor or assemblies that they may want to incorporate into the project.

B. Contractor’s costs for products, delivery, installation, labor, insurance, payroll, taxes, bonding, equipment rental, overhead and profit will be included in Change Orders authorizing expenditure of funds from this Contingency Allowance.

C. Funds will be drawn from Contingency Allowance only by Change Order and at the direction of Texas Workforce Commission.

D. At closeout of Contract, funds remaining in Contingency Allowance will be credited to Texas Workforce Commission by Change Order.

1.03 ALLOWANCE SCHEDULE

A. Contingency Allowance: Include the stipulated sum/price of as noted in the solicitation for use upon Owner’s instructions.

TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 3000-1 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 3000

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preconstruction meeting.

B. Progress meetings.

C. Construction progress schedule.

D. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout.

E. Number of copies of submittals

F. Submittal procedures.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1000 - Summary: Stages of the Work.

B. Section 01 7000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Additional coordination requirements.

C. Section 01 7800 - Closeout Submittals: Project record documents.

1.03 PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Project Coordinator: Project Manager as designated by Texas Workforce Commission.

B. Cooperate with the Project Coordinator in allocation of mobilization areas of site; for field offices and sheds, for access, traffic, and parking facilities.

C. During construction, coordinate use of site and facilities through the Project Coordinator.

D. Comply with Project Coordinator's procedures for intra-project communications; submittals, reports and records, schedules, coordination drawings, and recommendations; and resolution of ambiguities and conflicts.

E. Comply with instructions of the Project Coordinator for use of temporary utilities and construction facilities.

F. Coordinate field engineering and layout work under instructions of the Project Coordinator.

G. Make the following types of submittals to Architect through the Project Coordinator:

1. Requests for interpretation.

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, product data, and samples.

4. Test and inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

6. Applications for payment and change order requests.

7. Progress schedules.

8. Coordination drawings.

9. Closeout submittals.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Texas Workforce Commission will schedule a meeting after Notice of Intent to Award.

B. Attendance Required:

1. Texas Workforce Commission

2. Architect.

3. All contractors and subcontractors on the project.

4. Any other major sub Contractors.

C. Agenda:

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1. Execution and distribution of Texas Workforce Commission Purchase Order and Notice to Proceed to Contractor.

2. Distribution of Contract Documents.

3. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

4. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract, Owner, Contractor and Architect.

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

6. Scheduling.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Architect, Texas Workforce Commission, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.02 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum monthly intervals.

B. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, major Subcontractors and suppliers, Texas Workforce Commission, Architect, as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

C. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems that impede, or will impede, planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.

7. Maintenance of progress schedule.

8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

9. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

10. Coordination of projected progress.

11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

12. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

13. Other business relating to Work.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Architect, Texas Workforce Commission, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.03 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. The contract period is established by the Owner as an outside limit for completion of the work, however time is of the essence in the completion of this work and the contractor should make every reasonable effort to expedite the work in order to complete the work before the scheduled contract date.

B. A complete construction progress schedule must be submitted within seven days after the Notice to Proceed is issued for the project.

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

3.04 PROGRESS PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Submit photographs with each application for payment, taken not more than 3 days prior to submission of application for payment.

B. Photography Type: Digital; electronic files.

C. Provide photographs of site and construction throughout progress of Work produced by a competent photographer, acceptable to Architect.

D. Views:

1. Provide non-aerial photographs from four cardinal views at each specified time, until Date of

Substantial Completion.

2. Consult with Architect for instructions on views required.

3. Provide factual presentation.

4. Provide correct exposure and focus, high resolution and sharpness, maximum depth of field, and minimum distortion.

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E. Digital Photographs: 24 bit color, minimum resolution of 1024 by 768, in JPG format; provide files unaltered by photo editing software.

1. Delivery Medium: Via email.

2. File Naming: Include project identification, date and time of view, and view identification.

3. PDF File: Assemble all photos into printable pages in PDF format, with 2 to 3 photos per page, each photo labeled with file name; one PDF file per submittal.

4. Hard Copy: Printed hardcopy (grayscale) of PDF file and point of view sketch.

3.05 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

B. Submit to Architect for review for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

C. Samples will be reviewed only for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

D. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES article below and for record documents purposes described in Section 01 7800 - CLOSEOUT

SUBMITTALS.

E. Submittals which require color selections or substitutions shall be submitted as early as possible to prevent delays in the work.

3.06 SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data.

2. Certificates.

3. Test reports.

4. Inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions.

6. Manufacturer's field reports.

7. Other types indicated.

B. Submit for Architect's knowledge as contract administrator or for Texas Workforce Commission. No action will be taken.

3.07 SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout:

1. Project record documents.

2. Operation and maintenance data.

3. Warranties.

4. Bonds.

5. Documents for Final Payment as listed in Section 01 2000 Price and Payment Procedures.

6. Other types as indicated.

B. Submit for Texas Workforce Commission’s benefit during and after project completion.

C. Submit the following to Architect for transmittal to Texas Workforce Commission:

1. An affidavit that all payrolls, bills for materials and equipment, and other indebtedness connected with the work for which Texas Workforce Commission or his property might in any way be responsible, have been paid or otherwise satisfied.

2. Consent of surety to Final Payment.

3. Data establishing payment or satisfaction of all such obligations, such as receipts, releases and waivers of claims arising out of the Contract, to the extent and in such form as may be designated by Texas Work Force Commission.

3.08 NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Documents for Review:

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1. Small Size Sheets, Not Larger Than 8-1/2 x 11 inches: Submit the number of copies that Contractor requires, plus two copies that will be retained by Architect.

2. Larger Sheets, Not Larger Than 24x36 inches: Submit the number of copies that the Contractor requires, plus two copies that will be retained by the Architect.

B. Documents for Information: Submit two copies.

C. Documents for Project Closeout: Make one reproduction of submittal originally reviewed. Submit one extra of submittals for information.

D. Samples: Submit the number specified in individual specification sections; one of which will be retained by Architect.

1. After review, produce duplicates.

2. Retained samples will not be returned to Contractor unless specifically so stated.

3.09 LOGGING AND NUMBERING

A. The Contractor shall keep a “submittal log” detailed enough for tracking and identifying each Submittal and indicating the dates of submission and returns.

B. Identify all submittals according to the CSI Division format and number consecutively in the order submitted. Accompany each with a letter of transmittal containing all pertinent information required for identification.

3.10 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. The Contractor shall review submittals for Conformation to the Contract Documents in quality, quantity, design and dimension before sending to the Architect for review.

B. Transmit each submittal with AIA Form G810.

C. Sequentially number the transmittal form. Revise submittals with original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix.

D. Identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier; pertinent drawing and detail number, and specification section number, as appropriate on each copy.

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

F. Deliver submittal to Architect at business address.

G. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and coordinate submission of related items.

H. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from the Contractor.

I. Identify variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations that may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work.

J. Provide space for Contractor and Architect review stamps.

K. When revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

L. Distribute reviewed submittals as appropriate. Instruct parties to promptly report any inability to comply with requirements.

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

3.11 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. On or before the date of Substantial Completion, the Contractor shall submit two (2) copies of the Operating and Maintenance Manuals for Texas Workforce Commission’s use. The manuals are to include all approved submittals, operating instructions on all equipment, and maintenance information including parts lists, services manuals (if furnished), and relevant schematic or control diagrams and cleaning instructions for installed finishes.

B. Include as-built drawings with O&M manuals for Architect’s review.

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TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 3553-1 SECURITY PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 3553

SECURITY PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Security measures including entry control, personnel identification, guard service, and miscellaneous restrictions.

B. Fire safety measures during construction.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1000 - Summary: Use of premises and occupancy.

B. Section 01 5000 – Temporary Facilities and Controls: Temporary lighting.

1.03 SECURITY PROGRAM

A. Protect work, existing premises and Texas Workforce Commission’s operations from theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.

B. Initiate program in coordination with Texas Workforce Commission’s existing security system at project mobilization.

C. Maintain program throughout construction period until Texas Workforce Commission acceptance precludes the need for Contractor security.

D. Background checks and badging requirements apply to all personnel entering Texas Workforce Commission facilities.

1.04 ENTRY CONTROL

A. Restrict entrance of persons and vehicles into Project site and existing facilities.

B. Allow entrance only to authorized persons with proper identification.

C. Maintain log of workers and visitors, make available to Texas workforce Commission on request.

D. Texas Workforce Commission will control entrance of persons and vehicles related to Texas Workforce Commission’s operations.

E. Contractor personnel or subcontract personnel building access is restricted to the designated limits of construction. Workers found outside of the designated limits of construction will be subject to dismissal from the building.

1.05 PERSONNEL IDENTIFICATION

A. Refer to solicitation for specific requirements for personnel.

B. Badge will be provided to the project superintendent. Other personnel are not required to be badged.

C. Badge to Include: Personal photograph, name, expiration date and employer.

D. Maintain a list of accredited persons, submit copy to Texas Workforce Commission on request.

E. Require return of badges at expiration of their employment on the Work.

1.06 RESTRICTIONS

A. Do not allow cameras on site or photographs taken except by written approval of Texas Workforce Commission.

B. Contractor personnel or subcontract personnel will not be allowed access to the building or the work area unless the designated contractor superintendent is on-site.

1.07 SAFETY MEASURES

A. Contractor shall maintain a two hour “Fire Watch” during and after work utilizing welding, torch cutting, brazing or work where open flame or spark is present.

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B. Contractor shall furnish fire extinguishers as required by OSHA.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 – EXECUTION – NOT USED

TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 4000-1 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 4000

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Control of installation.

B. Tolerances.

C. Testing and inspection services.

D. Manufacturers' field services.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements: Submittal procedures.

B. Section 01 6000 - Product Requirements: Requirements for material and product quality.

1.03 REFRENCE STANDARDS

A. ASTM C1021 - Standard Practice for Laboratories Engaged in Testing of Building Sealants; 2008.

B. ASTM E329 - Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged Construction Inspection and/or Testing;

2011.

C. ASTM E543 - Standard Specification for Agencies Performing Nondestructive Testing; 2009.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Design Data: Submit for Architect's knowledge as contract administrator for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents, or for Owner's information.

B. Test Reports: After each test/inspection, promptly submit two copies of report to Architect and to Contractor.

1. Include:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

c. Name of inspector.

d. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

e. Identification of product and specifications section.

f. Location in the Project.

g. Type of test/inspection.

h. Date of test/inspection.

i. Results of test/inspection.

j. Conformance with Contract Documents.

k. When requested by Architect, provide interpretation of results.

C. Certificates: When specified in individual specification sections, submit certification by the manufacturer and Contractor or installation/application subcontractor to Architect, in quantities specified for Product Data.

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

2. Certificated maybe recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to Architect.

D. Manufacturer's Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, for the Texas Workforce Commission’s information. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

E. Manufacturer's Field Reports: Submit reports for Architect's benefit as contract administrator or for Texas Workforce Commission.

1. Submit report in duplicate within 30 days of observation to Architect for information.

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2. Submit for information for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

1.05 TESTING AND INSPECTION AGENCIES

A. Owner will employ services of an independent testing agency to perform certain specified testing;

payment for cost of services will be derived from allowance specified in Section 01 2100; see Section 01 2100 and applicable sections for description of services included in allowance.

B. Contractor shall employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency to perform other specified testing.

C. Employment of agency in no way relieves Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

D. Contractor Employed Agency:

1. Testing agency: Comply with requirements of ASTM E329, ASTM E543, ASTM C1021, ASTM

C1077, and ASTM C1093.

2. Laboratory: Authorized to operate in Texas.

PART 2 - MATERIALS - NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

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

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

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

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

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

F. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on shop drawings or as instructed by the manufacturer.

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

3.02 TOLERANCES

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

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

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

3.03 TESTING AND INSPECTION

A. See individual specification sections for testing required.

B. Testing Agency Duties:

1. Test samples submitted by Contractor.

2. Provide qualified personnel at site. Cooperate with Architect and Contractor in performance of services.

3. Perform specified sampling and testing of products in accordance with specified standards.

4. Ascertain compliance of materials with requirements of Contract Documents.

5. Promptly notify Architect and Contractor of observed irregularities or non-conformance of Work or products.

6. Perform additional tests and inspections required by Architect.

7. Submit reports of all tests/inspections specified.

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C. Limits on Testing/Inspection Agency Authority:

1. Agency may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Agency may not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. Agency may not assume any duties of Contractor.

4. Agency has no authority to stop the Work.

D. Contractor Responsibilities:

1. Deliver to agency at designated location, adequate samples of materials proposed to be used that require testing, along with proposed mix designs.

2. Cooperate with laboratory personnel, and provide access to the Work and to manufacturers' facilities.

3. Provide incidental labor and facilities:

a. To provide access to Work to be tested/inspected.

b. To obtain and handle samples at the site or at source of Products to be tested/inspected.

c. To facilitate tests/inspections.

d. To provide storage and curing of test samples.

4. Notify Architect and laboratory 24 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring testing/inspection services.

5. Employ services of an independent qualified testing laboratory and pay for additional samples, tests, and inspections required by Contractor beyond specified requirements.

6. Arrange with Owner's agency and pay for additional samples, tests, and inspections required by Contractor beyond specified requirements.

E. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same agency on instructions by Architect.

F. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be paid for by Contractor.

3.04 MANUFACTURERS’ FIELD SERVICES

A. 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, start-up of equipment, test, adjust and balance of equipment as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

B. Submit qualifications of observer to Architect 30 days in advance of required observations.

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

3.05 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

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

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

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SECTION 01 5000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary utilities.

B. Temporary sanitary facilities.

C. Temporary Controls: Barrier, enclosures, and fencing.

D. Security requirements.

E. Vehicular access and parking.

F. Waste removal facilities and services.

G. Field offices.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 5500 – Vehicular Access and Parking

B. Section 01 3553 – Security Procedures

1.03 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. The contractor may use the existing facility utilities and existing restrooms assigned for such use.

B. Use trigger-operated nozzles for water hoses, to avoid waste of water.

1.04 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Contractor will be allowed to use the Owner’s restroom facilities during the renovations.

B. Maintain daily in clean and sanitary condition.

1.05 BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas, to prevent access to areas that could be hazardous to workers or the public, to allow for owner's use of site and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations and demolition.

B. Provide barricades and covered walkways required by governing authorities for public rights-of-way and for public access to existing building.

C. Provide protection for plants designated to remain or in areas impacted by work. Replace damaged plants.

D. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

1.06 EXTERIOR ENCLOSURES

A. Provide temporary insulated weather tight closure of exterior openings to accommodate acceptable working conditions and protection for Products, to allow for temporary heating and maintenance of required ambient temperatures identified in individual specification sections, and to prevent entry of unauthorized persons. Provide access doors with self-closing hardware and locks.

1.07 INTERIOR ENCLOSUERS

A. Provide temporary partitions and ceiling as indicated to separate work areas from Texas Workforce Commission’s occupied areas to prevent penetration of dust and moisture into Texas Workforce Commission’s occupied areas, and to prevent damage to existing materials and equipment.

B. Construction: Framing and reinforced polyethylene sheet materials with closed joints and sealed edges at intersections with existing surfaces.

1.08 SECURITY (reference Section 01 3553)

A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work, existing facilities, and Texas Workforce Commission’s

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B. Coordinate with Texas Workforce Commission’s security program.

C. At the request of TWC, provide web-connected security cameras, minimum of 2 locations to be selected by Owner. Cameras to be web accessible for viewing online 24 hours per day, during the duration of the project.

D. Cameras to have recording capability; data to be archived and available to Owner.

1.09 VEHICULAR ACCESS PARKING (reference Section 01 5500)

A. Comply with regulations relating to use of streets and sidewalks, access to emergency facilities, and access for emergency vehicles.

B. Coordinate access and haul routes with governing authorities and Texas Workforce Commission.

C. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

D. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets.

E. Provide temporary parking areas to accommodate construction personnel. When site space is not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

F. Existing parking areas located at the site and as designated by Texas Workforce Commission may be used for construction parking during hours when building is unoccupied.

1.10 WASTE REMOVAL (reference Section 01 7419)

A. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

B. Provide containers with lids. Remove trash from site periodically.

C. If materials to be recycled or re-used on the project must be stored on-site, provide suitable non-combustible containers; locate containers holding flammable material outside the structure unless otherwise approved by the authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Open free-fall chutes are not permitted. Terminate closed chutes into appropriate containers with lids.

E. Coordinate waste containers and waste removal with other projects to limit encumbering site with multiple containers and removal times.

1.11 SITE EXAMINATION

A. Location: The location of the proposed work is within the building. Confine the work area to those rooms, except as required by the Contract Documents to do work outside of that area.

B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work.

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SECTION 01 5500

VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Parking

B. Existing pavements and parking areas.

C. Maintenance

D. Mud from site vehicles

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1000 – Summary; access to site, work sequence and occupancy.

B. Section 01 5000 – Temporary Facilities and Controls

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 ACCESS ROADS

A. Use of designated existing on-site streets and driveways for construction traffic is permitted during hours when work is permitted.

B. Provide unimpeded access for emergency vehicles. Maintain 20 foot width driveways with turning space between and around combustible materials.

C. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants free of obstructions.

3.02 PARKING

A. Use of designated areas of existing parking facilities by construction personnel is permitted during hours when building is unoccupied.

B. Vehicular traffic and parking on the surrounding surface parking deck is permitted only after 6:00 PM on weekdays and any time on weekends and holidays.

C. When site space is not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

D. Designated parking areas will be determined as needed.

3.03 CONSTRUCTION PARKING CONTROL

A. Control vehicular parking to prevent interference with public traffic and parking, access by emergency vehicles, and Texas Workforce Commission’s operations.

B. Monitor parking of construction personnel’s vehicles in existing facilities. Maintain vehicular access to and through parking areas.

C. Prevent parking on or adjacent to access roads or in non-designated areas.

3.04 HAUL ROUTES

A. Consult with authority having jurisdiction, establish public thoroughfares to be used for haul routes and site access.

B. Confine construction traffic to designated haul routes.

C. Provide traffic control at critical areas of haul routes to regulate traffic and to minimize interference with public traffic.

3.05 MAINTENANCE

A. Maintain traffic and parking areas in a sound condition free of excavated material, construction equipment, products, mud, snow and ice.

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B. Maintain existing paved areas used for construction: promptly repair breaks, potholes, low areas, standing water, and other deficiencies to maintain paving and drainage in original, or specified, condition.

3.06 MUD FROM SITE VEHICLES

A. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets.

TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing 01 6000-1 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 6000

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. General product requirements.

B. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

C. Product option requirements.

D. Substitution limitations and procedures.

E. Maintenance materials, including extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1100 – Summary: Lists of products to be removed from existing building.

B. Section 01 4000 - Quality Requirements: Product quality monitoring.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. 16 CFR 260.13 – Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims; Federal Trade Commission;

Recycled Content; Current Edition.

B. CAN/CSA Z809 – National Standard for Sustainable Forest Management; CSA International Inc.; 2008

C. NFPA 70 – National Electric Code; Most Recent Edition Adopted by Authority Having Jurisdiction, Including All Applicable Amendments and Supplements.

D. SCAQMD 1168 – South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule No. 1168; Current Editions;

www.aqmd.gov

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data Submittals: Submit manufacturer's standard published data. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

B. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

C. Sample Submittals: Illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1. For selection from standard finishes, submit samples of the full range of the manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 EXISTING PRODUCTS

A. Do not use material and equipment removed from existing premises unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Existing materials and equipment indicated to be removed, but not to be re-used, relocated, reinstalled, delivered to Texas Workforce Commission, or otherwise indicated as to remain the property of the Texas Workforce Commission, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site.

2.02 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Provide interchangeable components of the same manufacturer for components being replaced.

C. Do not use products having any of the following characteristics:

1. Made outside of the United States.

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2. Made using or containing CFC's or HCFC's.

3. Made of wood from newly cut old growth timber.

2.03 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Use any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers: Use a product of one of the manufacturers named and meeting specifications, no options or substitutions allowed.

C. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for Substitutions: Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

2.04 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software of types and in quantities specified in individual specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site; obtain receipt prior to final payment.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Architect will consider requests for substitutions only within seven days after the date of the Pre-Bid Conference.

B. Substitutions may be considered when a product becomes unavailable through no fault of the Contractor.

C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents.

D. A request for substitution constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

2. Will provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product.

3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work that may be required for the Work to be complete with no additional cost to Owner.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension that may subsequently become apparent.

5. Will reimburse Owner and Architect for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by authorities.

E. Substitutions will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on shop drawing or product data submittals, without separate written request, or when acceptance will require revision to the Contract Documents.

F. Substitution Submittal Procedure:

1. Submit three copies of request for substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed substitution.

2. Submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results attesting to the proposed product equivalence. Burden of proof is on proposer.

3. Architect will notify Contractor in writing of decision to accept or reject request.

3.02 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Coordinate schedule of product delivery to designated prepared areas in order to minimize site storage time and potential damage to stored materials.

B. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Transport materials in covered trucks to prevent contamination of product and littering of surrounding areas.

D. Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged.

E. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

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F. Arrange for the return of packing materials, such as wood pallets, where economically feasible.

3.03 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Designate receiving/storage areas for incoming products so that they are delivered according to installation schedule and placed convenient to work area in order to minimize waste due to excessive materials handling and misapplication.

B. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

C. Store with seals and labels intact and legible.

D. Store sensitive products in weather tight, climate controlled, enclosures in an environment favorable to product.

E. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

F. Provide bonded off-site storage and protection when site does not permit on-site storage or protection.

G. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation and degradation of products.

H. Store loose granular materials on solid flat surfaces in a well-drained area. Prevent mixing with foreign matter.

I. Prevent contact with material that may cause corrosion, discoloration, or staining.

J. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

K. Arrange storage of products to permit access for inspection. Periodically inspect to verify products are undamaged and are maintained in acceptable condition.

TWC CCRC Parking Lot Resurfacing EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT

01 7000-1 REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 7000

EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Examination, preparation, and general installation procedures.

B. Requirements for alterations to work, including selective demolition, except removal, disposal, and/or remediation of hazardous material and toxic substances.

C. Cutting and patching.

D. Cleaning and protection.

E. Starting of systems and equipment.

F. Demonstration and instruction of Texas Workforce Commission personnel.

G. Closeout procedures, except payment procedures.

H. General requirements for maintenance service.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1000 – Summary: Limitations on working in existing building; continued occupancy; work sequence; identification of salvaged and relocated materials.

B. Section 01 3000 – Administrative Requirements; Submittal procedures.

C. Section 01 500 – Temporary Facilities and Controls; Temporary exterior enclosures; temporary interior partitions.

D. Section 01 7419 – Construction Waste Management and Disposal; Additional procedures for trash/waste removal, recycling, salvage, and reuse.

E. Section 01 7800 – Closeout Submittals; Project record documents, operation and maintenance data, warranties and bonds.

F. Section 02 4100…