Final - Wixom Signage RFP 4.28.25.pdf

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Gateway, Wayfinding, and Facility Identification Signage Fabrication and Installation Services

The City of Wixom, in partnership with the Wixom Downtown Development Authority (DDA), is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for the fabrication and installation of gateway, wayfinding, and facility identification signage. This work is part of the City’s ongoing effort to enhance community identity, improve navigation, and promote key destinations through cohesive and attractive signage.

This Request for Proposal (RFP) incorporates the design intent, sign count, location plans, and message schedule as developed by Guide Studio of Cleveland, Ohio. All work must be performed in accordance with the performance specifications outlined in the accompanying documents.

Proposals will be accepted by the City Clerk, City of Wixom, 49045 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393 until Monday, June 9th 2025 at 10 AM.

Envelopes must be plainly marked “SIGNAGE FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION SERVICES” and must bear the name of the proposer. All proposals must be signed by a legally authorized agent of the proposing firm.

City of Wixom Contacts:

Drew Benson, Assistant City Manager & Director of Economic Development dbenson@wixomgov.org | 248-624-3280

Laura Cloutier, Downtown Development Authority Director dda@wixom.us | 248-560-1358

The City of Wixom and the Wixom Downtown Development Authority reserve the right to reject all proposals in whole or in part and accept any proposal or portion thereof which best serves the interests of the City.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 – COMMUNITY INFORMATION

SECTION 2: PROJECT OVERVIEW

SECTION 3: SCOPE OF SERVICES

SECTION 4: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 5: TIMELINE

SECTION 6: EVALUATION CRITERIA

SECTION 7: GENERAL CONDITIONS & LIMITATIONS

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A – SIGN PROGRAM BID WORKSHEET

APPENDIX B – SIGN COUNT SUMMARY

APPENDIX C – DESIGN INTENT DRAWINGS

APPENDIX D – SIGN LOCATION PLANS

APPENDIX E – MESSAGE SCHEDULE

SECTION 1 – COMMUNITY INFORMATION

The City of Wixom is located in the southwestern portion of Oakland County, Michigan with a geographic area of 9.37 square miles and a population of more than 17,000 as of the 2020 Census.

The City is located within the “Lakes Area” bounded by the City of Novi to the south and southeast, Commerce Township to the north and northeast, Milford Township to the northwest and Lyon Township to the southwest. Interstate 96 runs through the southern portion of Wixom alongside

Grand River Avenue with Pontiac Trail serving as the City’s major east-west roads, while Beck and Wixom roads serve as the primary north-south thoroughfares.

Historically, Wixom has been an industrial town which was best identified as the home to a Ford manufacturing plant. However, Ford left Wixom in 2009, and in the years since the City has experienced a construction boom in terms of residential, commercial and industrial uses throughout the City. The City also established a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) as a component of the City in the 1980’s to pursue redevelopment efforts at the intersection of Wixom Road and Pontiac Trail and build a downtown district. Since the early 2000’s, the Downtown district has seen multiple commercial developments, as well as hundreds of new housing units. At the same time, the City of Wixom as a whole now represents hundreds of industrial businesses, acres of recreational assets, and more than 17,000 residents.

Given Wixom’s tremendous growth, as well as the high-quality amenities offered by the community, we engaged a firm to update the City’s branding, logo, and signage. The new City logo and branding were adopted in 2024, and we are now ready for Phase I of the signage fabrication and installation program, and are seeking a vendor to assist. If successful and budget allowing, we hope to roll out a second phase of signage fabrication and installation in the coming years.

SECTION 2: PROJECT OVERVIEW

This RFP encompasses the Phase 1 implementation of a comprehensive city-wide signage system.

This includes fabrication and installation of the following signs. Each type has a numerical identifier, and more detail can be found in the attached “Design Intent Drawings”:

• 6 Primary Gateway Signs (1 Horizontal A1a, 5 Vertical A1b)

• 7 Secondary Gateway Signs (A2)

• 8 Downtown Trailblazers (C3)

• 11 Trailblazer Signs (C1 & C2)

• 2 Vehicular Directional Signage (B1)

• 5 Downtown Vehicular Directional Signage (E1)

• 6 Park Identification Signs (K1, K1A, K2)

• 13 Facility Identification and Information Signs (J1-J6)

• 5 Parking and Miscellaneous Trailblazer Signs (F1a, F1b)

Each sign location is identified in the location plans. Specific messages for each sign are included in the message schedule. Installation must align with the visual standards and fabrication notes as outlined in the design intent package.

The City is requesting that each sign type be priced individually as outlined in the Bid Price Worksheet, and the City reserves the right to contract for specific portions of the sign project depending on budget to be determined with the selected vendor.

SECTION 3: SCOPE OF SERVICES

Selected contractor shall:

• Review all documentation including design intent, sign count, message schedule, and location plans.

• Visit all proposed sign locations to verify field conditions and report any conflicts or adjustments needed.

• Provide stamped engineering drawings for all gateway signs and others as required.

• Fabricate all sign types to match design intent, materials, colors, and performance specifications.

• Coordinate permitting with local authorities and coordinate utility marking in right-of-way via MISSDIG. 26 signs are intended for Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) rights-of-way, and the selected vendor will need to secure permits.

• Install all signage according to the approved location plans and with minimal disruption to the surrounding area and will approvable footings.

• Maintenance guideline or directions for each sign type including any necessary information for the removal of graffiti from signage, and any materials required for this purpose.

• Provide warranty and maintenance information.

SECTION 4: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Proposals must include the following:

1. Cover Letter

2. Completed Sign Program Bid Worksheet

3. Firm Profile and Experience with Comparable Projects

4. Project Understanding and Methodology

5. Preliminary Project Schedule

6. Proof of Insurance

7. At least three professional references

SECTION 5: TIMELINE

Key milestones for procurement are shown below. Responsive parties should note that the dates are provided as a guideline only and are subject to change as the City deems in its own best interests.

Step Date RFP Release Date April 28, 2025 Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting @ Wixom City Hall May 14, 2025 @ 2:00 PM Emailed questions and RFQ clarifications due May 26, 2025 Responses to email questions posted on MITN May 29, 2025 Sealed bids due and bid opening at the City Clerk’s Office June 9, 2025 @ 10:00 AM Proposal Review Period June 9 - 19 Recommendation to DDA Board June 24, 2025 Recommendation to City Council July 2025 Anticipated Fabrication & Installation Period August – October 2025

SECTION 6: EVALUATION CRITERIA

The proposals will be evaluated based on the following at the discretion of the City:

• Experience with similar wayfinding or gateway signage programs

• Clarity and feasibility of the work plan

• Cost effectiveness and completeness of the cost proposal

• References and past performance

• Ability to meet schedule

SECTION 7: GENERAL CONDITIONS & LIMITATIONS

All materials submitted in response to the RFP become the property of the City of Wixom and the Wixom DDA. Submittal and supporting materials will not be returned. The City of Wixom and Wixom DDA are not responsible for any costs incurred by the company in the preparation of the proposal or for presentation or related meeting time.

The successful service provider will be asked to enter into a service agreement satisfactory to the City of Wixom and, by extension the Wixom DDA. The selected service provider shall be able to provide a certificate of insurance showing coverage for liability, workers compensation and automobile insurance. The service agreement will contain a provision specifying a deadline for submitting invoices. Any invoices submitted for services not billed in accordance with the deadline may, at the sole discretion of the City and Wixom DDA, be considered invalid and payment may be refused. Any future relationship between the Contractor and the City and Wixom DDA will be an “at will” relationship and may be terminated by either party, for any reason, following a 14-day notice.

The City of Wixom and Wixom DDA require that service providers disclose conflicts of interest when they may occur immediately to the City Manager or their designee. The City and Wixom DDA, at its discretion, may arrange for alternative third-party support in such cases. In general, the City and Wixom DDA will not allow a service provider to review applications from a client of the service provider. Past or pending client relationships may or may not be determined to be conflicts but should always be disclosed and discussed with the Wixom DDA.

The City and Wixom DDA expect to select a consulting firm from the proposals submitted but reserves the right to request substitutions of firms. The City and Wixom DDA also reserve the right to reject any or all responses to the RFP to advertise for new responses or to accept any response deemed to be in the best interest of the City and Wixom DDA. A response to this RFP should not be construed as a contract or an indication of a commitment of any kind on the part of the City and Wixom DDA, nor does it commit either to pay for costs incurred in the submission of a response to this request or for any cost incurred prior to the execution of a final contract. In addition, the City and Wixom DDA reserve the right to check all references furnished and consider responses received in determining the award.

Upon selection, a contract shall be prepared and fully executed before work is initiated. The City and Wixom DDA reserve the right to dismiss any part or all of the contracted team when, in the City and Wixom DDA’s opinion, the services are not being provided in accordance with performance expectations.

APPENDICES

A. Sign Program Bid Worksheet B. Sign Count Summary C. Design Intent Drawings D. Sign Location Plans E. Message Schedule

For complete bid documentation, please refer to the attachments included in this RFP packet or contact the City of Wixom for additional copies.

APPENDIX A – SIGN PROGRAM BID WORKSHEET

City of Wixom Signage and Wayfinding Program - Phase 1 - BID PACKAGE PROPOSAL FORM

ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT INSTALL UNIT

PRICE

EXTENDED

1 Engineering and Shop Drawings

2 Performance and Payment Bond

3 A1a Primary Gateway - Horizontal 1 EA.

4 A1b Primary Gateway - Vertical 5 EA.

5 A2 Secondary Gateway 7 EA.

6 B1 Vehicular Directional - 4" Text 2 EA.

7 C1 Trailblazer - New Post - 4" Text 4 EA.

8 C2 Trailblazer - New Post - 5" Text 6 EA.

9 C3 Trailblazer to Downtown 8 EA.

10 D1 Downtown Gateway - Large 1 EA.

11 D2 Downtown Gateway 3 EA.

12 E1 Downtown Vehicular Directional 5 EA.

13 F1a Parking ID/Trailblazer - New Post 3 EA.

14 F1b Parking ID/Trailblazer - Existing Post 2 EA.

15 J1 Facility ID - Ground 1 EA.

16 J2 Facility ID - On Building 2 EA.

17 J3 Facility ID - On Glass 2 EA.

18 J4 Digital ID - Retrofit 1 EA.

19 J5 Facility Information - On Glass 3 EA.

20 J6 Digital ID - New 1 EA.

21 K1a Park ID - Large (Extended Posts) 1 EA.

22 K1a Park ID - Large 2 EA.

23 K2 Park ID - Small 3 EA.

OTHER COSTS

26 Permits

27 Shipping and Insurance if applicable

28 Contingency (identify percentage)

Total Bid

ALTERNATE BID OPTIONS ADD DEDUCT

A2 Secondary Gateway 7 EA. $0.00 $0.00 F1a Parking ID/Trailblazer - New Post 3 EA. $0.00 $0.00

Total $0.00 $0.00

REQUIREMENT FOR ACCEPTANCE OF BID: For each sign type listed above provide a detailed list of descriptions, qualifications and clarifications to support the pricing proposed. This should be attached as a separate Word Document or PDF.

APPENDIX B – SIGN COUNT SUMMARY

APPENDIX C – DESIGN INTENT DRAWINGS

Attached Separately – 42 Pages

APPENDIX D – SIGN LOCATION PLANS

Attached Separately – 15 Pages

APPENDIX E – MESSAGE SCHEDULE

Attached Separately – 7 pages

Wayfinding Sign Program - Phase 1

City Wixom

DESIGN INTENT | WIX1865 | MARCH 31, 2025

©Guide Studio, Inc. guidestudio.com date 03.31.25 contact project WIX1865 phase Design Intent Phase 1 NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION These drawings and notes are for the sole purpose of expressing visual design intent and are not intended for actual fabrication purposes. Sign Contractor accepts total responsibility for final material selection, fabrication and installation methods. Electronic files are not construction documents and cannot be relied upon as identical to construction documents because of changes or errors induced by translation, transmission, or alterations while under the control of others. Use of information contained in the electronic files is at the user’s sole risk and without liability to Design Professional and its consultants. Refer to provided performance specifications for details on designer expectations of Fabricator and fabrication process. Copyright © Guide Studio, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Performance Specifications

1.0 General

1.1 Related Documents

Design Intent Drawings: These drawings/specifications are for the sole purpose of visual design intent only and not intended for construction purposes.

A. The Sign Contractor is responsible for engineering, design, construction technique, materials and installation.

B. The Project Owner/Contract Owner shall review the shop drawings only for conformance with general design intent, and will in no way be responsible or liable for any results of construction from working drawings, materials selection, shop drawings, contract documents or other agreements other than agreement with the Owner authorizing these documents.

C. Sign Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all dimensions and conditions shown in the Design

Intent documents. If dimensions are missing or are unclear — consult the Owner for direction. The

Project Owner/Contract Owner must review shop details prior to fabrication.

1.2 Summary

This Section includes the exterior sign types found within the attached Bid Documentation, including Design

Intent Drawings, Message Schedule, Location Plans, and Supplemental forms or documentation.

1.3 Performance Specifications Introduction

The purpose of this document is to serve as a reference which identifies materials, construction specifications, and quality controls, as well as signage contractor’s responsibilities and obligations. Signage Contractor(s) shall furnish and install signs and/or graphics as detailed on drawings and/or described in these specifications.

Refer to these performance specifications for details on expectations of Sign Contractor and fabrication process.

2.0 Definition of Terms

2.1 Documents

Refers to the drawings and specifications, including all addendum and modifications incorporated therein for their execution. When applicable, additional appendages provided by Owner or Designer shall become part of the documents.

2.2 Project Owner (also referred to as Owner):

Shall refer to:

City of Wixom

49045 Pontiac Trail

Wixom, MI 48393-2567

Phone: (248) 624-3280

Contact: Drew Benson, Assistant City Manager & Director of Economic Development dbenson@wixomgov.org

2.3 Designer

Shall refer to:

Guide Studio, Inc.

Contacts: Erica Deutsch, Kevin Fromet erica@guidestudio.com, kevin@guidestudio.com

2.4 Signage Contractor/Fabricator

Refers to the group(s), firm(s), or corporation(s) designated in an Agreement with the Owner, and shall apply to any such group(s) under contractual obligation to perform any fabrication, installation, finishing, printing or other work related to signs and graphics, as referred in this document.

2.5 Work

As employed herein, includes any materials, equipment, construction, labor, installation, service or maintenance, and warranties required to complete the fabrication prescribed in these specifications and contract documents.

This shall include, but is not limited to, all of the sign types shown in the drawings.

2.6 Addendum

Covering changes, corrections, and special interpretations of the drawings and specifications; shall become part of the documents.

2.7 Substitutions

When one or more than one product is specified and the signage contractor wishes to offer a substitute product which will completely accomplish the purpose of the contract documents, see section 6.0 for the conditions governing all substitutions.

2.8 NIC

Refers to work not included in this contract.

2.9 Final Completion

The date when the Owner finds the entire work as described in the contract documents acceptable and fully performed, as written in the final certificate of payment.

3.0 General Conditions

3.1 Quality Assurance

The Signage Contractor shall be responsible for the quality of materials and workmanship required for execution of this contract including the materials and workmanship of any firms or individuals who act as sub-contractors.

It is intended that the work described in these documents be of sound, quality construction. The Signage

Contractor shall be solely responsible for the inclusion of adequate amounts to cover installation of all items indicated, described and/or implied.

3.2 Commencement

The work described in these documents shall only begin when a Owner-authorized, written contract has been issued to the Signage Contractor with instructions to proceed, provided other requirements have been met.

3.3 Contract Administration

Reviewing the quality and progress of the work and submittals received from the Signage Contractor, the Owner has no responsibility to assist the Signage Contractor in the supervision or performance of work. No action by the

Owner shall in any way relieve the Signage Contractor from the responsibility for the performance of the work in accordance to the contract documents, or give rise to any negligence or other action against the Owner or anyone acting for their behalf.

Signage Contractor shall allow Owner or an authorized representative access to his plan, excluding such areas or processes judged by the Sign Contractor to be proprietary in nature for the purpose of inspecting production techniques, materials, or other items related to the manufacturing of which the Owner is committed, or which may be contemplated.

These drawings and notes are for the sole purpose of expressing visual design intent and are not intended for actual fabrication purposes. Sign Contractor accepts total responsibility for final material selection, fabrication and installation methods. Electronic files are not construction documents and cannot be relied upon as identical to construction documents because of changes or errors induced by translation, transmission, or alterations while under the control of others. Use of information contained in the electronic files is at the user’s sole risk and without liability to Design Professional and its consultants. Refer to provided performance specifications for details on designer expectations of Fabricator and fabrication process. Copyright © Guide Studio, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Upon notification from the Signage Contractor that the work is complete, the Owner or authorized representative will inspect the final installation for compliance with all approved documents.

3.4 Bidding Process

A. All Bidder’s are required to complete all City required bid documents. Incomplete documents may be cause for rejection of the bid.

B. The Owner shall have the right to reject any or all bids, parts of such bid, and reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bid.

C. In addition to bid price, the Owner reserves the right to consider all elements entering into the question of determining the responsibility of the Bidder. Any bid which is incomplete, conditional, obscure, contains additions not called for, or irregularities of any kind, may be cause for rejection of the bid.

D. Bidders must present evidence to the Owner, when required by them to do so, to show they are fully competent and have the necessary source of supply, facilities and pecuniary resources to fulfill the conditions of the contract and specifications.

E. RFI Process: All Requests for Information (RFI) must be submitted in writing via email to the distribution list established by the Bid Documents.

Under no circumstances will RFIs submitted via direct phone call be answered. Responses to RFIs will be via email to all Bidders.

3.5 Artwork

The Signage Contractor will produce all artwork for all graphics, symbols and lettering, and will submit for review prior to fabrication. Artwork for specific items and logos, as noted on the drawing documents, shall be provided electronically by the Designer or Owner. All other artwork, as well as final artwork for final fabrication (including reproducible film positives) is to be provided by the Signage Contractor.

3.6 Other

Field dimensions shall be taken by the Signage Contractor prior to preparation of shop drawings and fabrication where possible.

All supplementary parts necessary to complete each item shall be furnished by the Signage Contractor, even though such parts are not definitely shown or specified. All anchors and other fasteners for securing work shall be included.

4.0 Signage Contractor Responsibilities

4.1 Design Responsibility

The graphic design requirements shown by the details on the sign type drawing documents are for design intent only and intended to establish basic dimensions of units or modules, profiles and sight lines of members, and appearance. Within these limitations, the Signage Contractor is responsible for fabrication of the entire system, and to make whatever modifications of and additions to the details as may be required. The visual design concept shall be maintained as shown, including members sizes, profiles and alignment of components as accurately as possible.

The Signage Contractor shall supplement the general design shown with detailed shop drawings for the Owner’s approval. The shop drawings shall include major aspects of the system proposed, such as sections, shapes and connections of components and joints, how temperature movement is handled, venting, and anchorage to structure.

4.2 Statement of Application

The Signage Contractor, by commencing the work of the project, assumes overall responsibility, as part of his warranty of the work, to assure that all assembled components and parts shown that are required within the work of this project comply with the contract documents. The sign contractor shall fully warrant:

A. That all components specified, or required, to satisfactorily complete the installation, are compatible with each other and with the conditions of installed and expected use.

B. The overall effective integration and correctness of individual parts and the whole system.

C. Compatibility with adjoining substrate, materials and other work by other trades.

D. There shall be no premature material failure due to improper design of fabrication of the system.

All materials are to fully perform to their normal life expectancy.

4.3 Statement of Execution

The Signage Contractor shall be responsible for all work done under his contract, including:

A. Faulty or improper work of sub-contractor(s) and others under him by contract or otherwise.

B. Diligent execution of work and giving personal attention and supervision to the same until complete.

C. All delays caused by neglect on the part of the Sign Contractor or those under him by contract or otherwise.

D. Compliance with all laws, ordinances and regulations bearing on the conduct of the work as drawn and specified.

E. Obtaining, at the Sign Contractor’s own cost, sign/construction permits, inspection certificates which may be required of the project by local authorities, or any other governing body. The Signage

Contractor shall procure and pay for all permits, licenses and approvals necessary for the execution of the work.

4.4 Submittals

By the approval and submission of shop drawings and samples, the Signage Contractor thereby represents that he has determined and verified all field measurements, including heights, field construction criteria, materials, catalogue numbers and similar data or will do so, and that he has checked and coordinated each shop drawing and sample with the requirements of the work and the contract documents. Refer to Section 5.0 for list of required submittals.

4.5 Special Instructions

Signage contractor shall halt the graphics work when notified of a proposed change, or unsatisfactory results are anticipated. Signage contractor shall notify the Owner or authorized representative immediately and proceed only after receiving additional instructions from the Owner or authorized representative.

4.6 Protection and Handling of Products

Signage contractor shall store all graphic items under cover and off ground; handle in such manner as to protect surfaces and to prevent damage during storage, transport, installation and throughout remaining construction;

protect exposed finishes by covering with adhesive paper or other suitable covering where adhesive is not appropriate for finish material; and apply covering prior to shipment from the fabricator or finishing shop. The covering shall not adversely affect finish. Signage contractor shall remove protective coverings when there is no longer any potential for damage to the graphics work from other work yet to be performed.

4.7 Shipping and Transportation

Signage Contractor will be responsible for proper shipping and transportation of all signage to the job site and will specify whether it will be common carrier or their own trucks. Signage Contractor will be liable for all damage incurred during shipping and loss of time in the installation schedule.

These drawings and notes are for the sole purpose of expressing visual design intent and are not intended for actual fabrication purposes. Sign Contractor accepts total responsibility for final material selection, fabrication and installation methods. Electronic files are not construction documents and cannot be relied upon as identical to construction documents because of changes or errors induced by translation, transmission, or alterations while under the control of others. Use of information contained in the electronic files is at the user’s sole risk and without liability to Design Professional and its consultants. Refer to provided performance specifications for details on designer expectations of Fabricator and fabrication process. Copyright © Guide Studio, Inc. All rights reserved.

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4.8 Storage of Equipment

Space for storage of material prior to installation will be designated by the Owner. The Signage Contractor must give advance notice of deliveries and space requirements so the proper provision may be made. If deliveries are to be made to the premise at times other than normal working hours, the Signage Contractor will be required to reimburse Owner for any overtime costs incurred by Owner.

4.9 Warranty

A. Upon final completion, the Signage Contractor will warrant all work and materials to be fully complete and in accordance with the contract documents and the agreement between Owner and Signage

Contractor, and requirements appertaining thereto; that all work and materials are free from any and all defects and imperfections, and fully meet the manufacturer’s published performance criteria for use and purposes for which each and every part is specified.

B. The Signage Contractor also agrees that, should any defect develop or appear, which the Owner finds was not caused by improper use, the Signage Contractor shall promptly, upon demand, fully correct, substitute and make good any such defective material without cost to the Owner and will save the Owner harmless against any claim, demand, loss or damage by reason of any breach of this warranty.

C. The period of this warranty shall commence on the date on which the Owner determines the Signage

Contractor has met all Final Completion requirements. The period of said warranty shall last twelve (12) months unless otherwise specified.

D. The special warranty specified in this Article shall not deprive the Owner of other rights the Owner may have under other provisions of the Contract Documents and shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties made by the Contractor under requirements of the Contract Documents.

E. Special Warranty: Manufacturer’s standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of signs that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

F. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Deterioration of finishes beyond normal weathering.

2. Structural failures.

3. Noise or vibration caused by thermal movements.

4. Failure of system to meet performance requirements.

5. Failure of operating components to function normally.

4.10 Signage Contractor Responsibilities

The period of this warranty shall commence on the date on which the Owner determines the Signage Contractor has met all Final Completion requirements. The period of said warranty shall last twelve (12) months unless otherwise specified.

5.0 Submittals

All submittals and shop drawings are to be delivered to the Project Owner for distribution.

5.1 Project Schedule

A detailed graphic schedule by phases of production and installation is to be submitted by the Sign Contractor within five (5) business days of signing of contract with the Owner.

5.2 Samples

A. The Sign Contractor shall submit (3) 4"x 4" samples of each color and finish of exposed materials, accessories and exposed fasteners on final material substrate to be used in the project.

B. The Sign Contractor shall submit samples of each masonry material, including mortar color to be used in the project. Samples should be large enough to show variation in color adequate for review.

C. The Sign Contractor shall submit samples of the Perforated Aluminum options as specified in the

Design Intent Drawings.

5.3 Shop Drawings

The Sign Contractor shall submit (1) one copy of electronic shop drawings in 11" x 17" format for the manufacturing, fabrication and erection of signs and graphic work at large scale, which shall show joints, anchorage, accessory items, and finishes. Shop drawings shall include accurately scaled masonry details, including finished sizes of stone, mortar joints, foundations, attachments, joints, and internal structures. Shop drawings shall be completed within 2 weeks the start of the Contract.

A. Acceptance of shop drawings does not in any way change the documents. Documents may only be changed in writing.

B. The Signage Contractor is responsible for reviewing shop drawings for conformance with the design intent documents and notifying, in writing, the Owner, of any variation from the documents.

C. Changes to the shop drawings are to be made by the Signage Contractor as directed by the Owner.

The Sign Contractor will receive 1 week for changes/updates as directed by the Owner.

5.4 Sign Face Layouts

The Sign Contractor shall submit (1) one copy of all sign face layouts in 11” x 17” format.

A. The Signage Contractor is responsible for reviewing sign face layouts for conformance with the design intent documents and notifying, in writing, the Owner, of any variation from the documents.

C. Changes to the sign face layouts are to be made by the Signage Contractor as directed by the Owner.

The Sign Contractor will receive 1 week for changes/updates as directed by the Owner.

5.5 Manufacturer’s Data

Signage Contractor shall submit (1) copy of the manufacturer’s printed specifications, anchorage details and installation, and maintenance instructions for all products to be used in the fabrication of signs and graphics work.

6.0 Substitutions

6.1 Any substitution requested will be considered under these cases:

A. When specified product is not available.

B. When certain product or process is specified, a warranty of performance is required, and, in the judgment of the Signage Contractor, the specified product or process will not produce the desired results.

C. When such substitutions is in the best interest of the Owner.

6.2 Requests for substitutions of products, materials or processes other than those specified will be accompanied by the evidence that the proposed substitution...

A. Is equal in quality and serviceability to the specified item;

B. Will not entail changes in details and construction related to work;

These drawings and notes are for the sole purpose of expressing visual design intent and are not intended for actual fabrication purposes. Sign Contractor accepts total responsibility for final material selection, fabrication and installation methods. Electronic files are not construction documents and cannot be relied upon as identical to construction documents because of changes or errors induced by translation, transmission, or alterations while under the control of others. Use of information contained in the electronic files is at the user’s sole risk and without liability to Design Professional and its consultants. Refer to provided performance specifications for details on designer expectations of Fabricator and fabrication process. Copyright © Guide Studio, Inc. All rights reserved.

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C. Will be acceptable in consideration of the required design and artistic effect;

D. Will provide cost advantage to the Owner.

The Sign Contractor shall furnish with his request such drawings, specification samples, performance data and other information as may be required of him to assist the Owner in determining whether the proposed substitution is acceptable. The burden of proof shall be upon the Signage Contractor.

6.3 Regardless of the evidence submitted or any review or independent investigation by the Owner or authorized representative, a request for a substitution of products, materials, or processes is a warranty by the Signage

Contractor to the Owner that the requested substitution...

A. Is equal or better in quality and serviceability to the specified item;

B. Will not entail changes in details and construction related to work;

C. Will be acceptable in consideration of the required design and artistic effect;

D. Will provide cost advantage to the Owner.

6.4 Proposed substitutions will be made after the signing of the contract and not during the bid phase. Signage

Contractor shall submit requests for substitutions to the Owner in writing with the first round of shop drawings, giving sufficient information and samples for evaluation with the differences in costs, if any. Substitutions must be approved in writing by the Owner before they may be used.

7.0 Products of Fabrication

Shop fabrication and tolerances shall conform to the standards of the industry. Signage Contractor shall perform high-quality, professional workmanship, attach materials with sufficient strength, number and spacing not to fail, and fabricate all work to be truly straight, plumb, level and square and to sizes, shapes and profiles indicated on the approved shop drawings.

7.1 Materials and Workmanship

A. The Signage Contractor shall use, whenever possible, standard sizes and readily available materials to reduce cost of fabrication. All materials shall be of the highest quality and shall meet all industry standards. To establish a standard quality, design and function desired, portions of the Design Intent

Documents and specifications may be based on products or manufacturers herein. When specific products are mentioned, it should be noted that the manufacturers of similar products may be considered for approvals as “equal” by the Owner upon receipt of adequate supporting data.

B. All materials utilized for the work of this contract shall meet all applicable codes, including Fire and Life

Safety codes, of authorities having jurisdiction over the projects. The Sign Contractor shall immediately report any discrepancies to the Owner for resolution. The Contractor shall not substitute products without obtaining prior written approval from the Owner.

C. All sign faces shall be smooth and even, free from imperfections and disfiguring caused by such things as welding, material being too thin, fasteners and welds not being ground smooth, oil canning, staining, discoloration or uneven coloration, puckering, or any other problems not specifically mentioned herein.

D. Climate conditions of the project site must be considered and the sign units designed and engineered to prevent problems caused by weather, expansion, contraction, condensation, and any other possible problems resulting from exposure to the elements.

E. Weep holes, heat vents, etc. shall be considered for incorporation by the Sign Contractor on each sign type as required and/or necessary. Weep holes, vents, access panels and other functional, but non-aesthetic, components must be placed so as to be inconspicuous as possible. All such items must be shown on the shop drawings for approval prior to fabrication.

F. All finish work shall be smooth and free from abrasion, tool marks, visible welds, exposed fasteners or similar defects. All corners, reveals and joints shall be milled to matching adjoining pieces and shall be fabricated so that they are straight and/or configured to match the Design Intent Documents.

G. Defective workmanship of any type shall not be tolerated and will result in rejection of the supplied product.

7.2 Systems Performance Requirements

A. General: Signage Contractor shall engineer, fabricate and install signs to meet Performance Requirements included in these Specifications and the following criteria:

1. Code Compliance: Work, including structural loading, shall comply with all applicable

Federal, State and Local Codes and applicable regulations of authorities having jurisdiction including ADA compliance.

2. Design Criteria: The Drawings and Specifications indicate sizes, colors, layouts, profiles, critical details and dimensional requirements of signs.

B. Windloading: All sign types and supporting devices, anchorage, etc. must be designed to withstand a wind speed of 100 mph (unless specified otherwise by the Wisconsin Building Code or local ordinances) on the total sign area applied in all directions and comply with all applicable codes.

C. Thermal Movement Temperature Change (range): 120 degrees Fahrenheit ambient, 180 degrees Fahrenheit material surfaces.

D. Control of Corrosion: Prevent galvanic action and other forms of corrosion by insulating metals and other materials from direct contact with incompatible materials.

7.3 Typography & Graphics

A. The Sign Contractor shall report any discrepancies or conflicting sign specifications, such as message too long for specified format, to the Owner for resolution.

B. The applicable typefaces for this project shall be indicated in the design documents. All fonts specified must be purchased by the Sign Contractor for use in this program.

C. Electronic art for graphics, logos and symbols shall be supplied by the Owner or Designer for the Sign

Contractor’s use in producing electronically cut images, patterns, or friskets. This is the only acceptable source of art for the logos and symbols. Sign Contractor shall not use artwork included as part of these

Documents for final photography or digitizing.

D. All final output or implementation of typography and graphics are to be sharp (without serrated or irregular edges) and exactly true to the letter style and/or design form.

E. Sign Contractor shall allow for hand kerning of messages, at no additional cost, in which letters and numbers, although adequately spaced, appear to the Owner to be less readable, or unsatisfactorily spaced.

7.4 Color

A. Color Specifications: Sign Contractor shall provide products matching those listed below in both color and quality. For colors requiring a match, products shall be used which best match the paint swatch specified.

Samples shall be submitted in accordance with the requirements of Section 5.0 and of these Specifications for approval prior to fabrication.

B. Color specifications for the work of the project are listed in the Design Documents.

C. Consult the Design Documents to ascertain all sign components to receive color.

These drawings and notes are for the sole purpose of expressing visual design intent and are not intended for actual fabrication purposes. Sign Contractor accepts total responsibility for final material selection, fabrication and installation methods. Electronic files are not construction documents and cannot be relied upon as identical to construction documents because of changes or errors induced by translation, transmission, or alterations while under the control of others. Use of information contained in the electronic files is at the user’s sole risk and without liability to Design Professional and its consultants. Refer to provided performance specifications for details on designer expectations of Fabricator and fabrication process. Copyright © Guide Studio, Inc. All rights reserved.

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D. Coatings are to accurately match the color specified. The number of coatings must be adequate to achieve the color specified. Three (3) samples of each color using the actual coating type must be submitted for approval prior to production, in accordance with Section 5.0 of these Specifications.

7.5 Finish

A. All coating applications are to be smooth and consistently uniform. The cured coating surface is to have a uniform finish that matches the specified color and finish.

B. Exact identification of all coatings and a description of the method of application shall be identified in the

Shop Drawings.

C. Color breaks that occur on the sign face are to be sharp, even, with no serration or color bleed. All splatters, drips, spills and over sprays shall be removed.

D. Comply with NAAMM’s “Metal Finishes Manual for Architectural and Metal Products” for recommendations for applying and designating finishes.

E. Protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping.

F. Appearance of Finished Work: Variations in appearance of abutting or adjacent pieces are acceptable if they are within one-half of the range of approved Samples. Noticeable variations in the same piece are not acceptable. Variations in appearance of other components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.

7.6 Masonry

A. Scope: The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment and scaffolding, transportation, cartage, etc., required for the complete installation of all masonry as shown on the drawings and specified herein.

B. Built-in Items: The Contractor shall build into the masonry, where required, all bolts, anchors, inserts, and the like.

C. Protection: Masonry work shall be protected from freezing and from the elements at all times.

The tops of masonry walls shall be covered at nights and at other times as required when not being worked on, with a waterproof covering to prevent water from entering the wall.

D. Workmanship: All masonry work to be built up with true and even surfaces to proper heights, dimensions and forms, and carefully plumbed and leveled in all cases. All work is to be carried up continuously insofar as practicable.

E. Performance: All exterior masonry construction shall be so built that it will be completely weather-tight and for a period of one (1) year from the completion and final acceptance of the building, the Masonry

Contractor shall so guarantee.

F. Accessories: Anchorage and connection hardware, including Z clips, locking channels, concealed anchor plates, angle clips, structural silicone, epoxy and threaded metal inserts shall be furnished and installed under this contract. Such hardware shall be as engineered, and of sufficient size and strength to support the panels and resist the applied loads.

7.7 Aluminum & Steel

Separation of Metals: There shall be no bare aluminum in contact with any other metals, wood or concrete.

Contact surfaces shall be separated by a coating of zinc chromate and aluminum paint, or a heavy body bituminous paint or by a gasket.

A. Aluminum Castings: ASTM B 26/B 26M, of alloy and temper recommended by sign manufacturer for casting process used and for use and finish indicated.

B. Aluminum Sheet and Plate: ASTM B 209 (ASTM B 209M), alloy and temper recommended by aluminum producer and finisher for type of use and finish indicated, and with at least the strength and durability properties of Alloy 5005-H32.

C. Aluminum Extrusions: ASTM B 221 (ASTM B 221M), alloy and temper recommended by aluminum producer and finisher for type of use and finish indicated, and with at least the strength and durability properties of Alloy 6063-T5.

D. Steel Members Fabricated from Plate or Bar Stock: ASTM A 529/A 529M or ASTM A 572/A 572M, 42,000-psi (290-MPa) minimum yield strength.

E. For steel exposed to view on completion, provide materials having flat, smooth surfaces without blemishes. Do not use materials whose surfaces exhibit pitting, seam marks, roller marks, rolled trade names, or roughness.

7.8 Laser-cut Characters

Provide characters with square-cut smooth edges.

7.9 Acrylic Sheet

Acrylic Sheet: ASTM D 4802, Category A-1 (cell-cast sheet), Type UVA (UV absorbing).

7.10 Paints/Coatings/Finishes

A. Surface Preparation: Signage Contractor shall remove mill scale and rust, if present from uncoated steel and prime for painted finish.

B. Only highest quality 2-part catalyst-hardened acrylic polymer coatings are to be used. Color fastness is of utmost importance as well as quality and other assurances against abnormal deterioration such as peeling, cracking, crazing, etc.

C. Coatings shall be prepared as designated by the manufacturers latest literature for surface preparation and application but in no case less than one (1) applicable primer coat and two (2) final full coats. All finished surfaces shall be uniform.

D. All coatings (paint, ink, etc.) should have UV inhibitors, and should not fade or discolor when exposed to ultraviolet light.

E. Colors shall match color designations as indicated on the drawings.

F. Sign Contractor shall protect mechanical finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping.

G. All paint finishes are to be satin unless otherwise noted in the Design Drawings.

7.11 Digitally Printed Graphics

A. Applied graphics should securely adhere to sign surfaces, and be applied smoothly: free of peeling, bubbling or other application defects. Graphics are expected to resist peeling and hold to applied surfaces considering the exterior conditions (resistant to temperature fluctuations and moisture).

B. Opaque continuous tone photo-quality print - minimum 720 DPI per sq. inch. Graphics may be printed directly to substrate and be applied smoothly: free of peeling, bubbling or other application defects.

Graphics are expected to hold to applied surfaces. Graphics should utilize inks resistant to UV-A, UV-B, Xenon and weather. Any graphics used outside should be exterior-rated: resistant to vandalism, fading and other weather-related defects.

These drawings and notes are for the sole purpose of expressing visual design intent and are not intended for actual fabrication purposes. Sign Contractor accepts total responsibility for final material selection, fabrication and installation methods. Electronic files are not construction documents and cannot be relied upon as identical to construction documents because of changes or errors induced by translation, transmission, or alterations while under the control of others. Use of information contained in the electronic files is at the user’s sole risk and without liability to Design Professional and its consultants. Refer to provided performance specifications for details on designer expectations of Fabricator and fabrication process. Copyright © Guide Studio, Inc. All rights reserved.

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C. Where applicable, digital graphics shall be printed on reflective white and must be retro-reflective where indicated per MUTCD standards unless specified otherwise in the Design Intent Drawings.

7.12 Vinyl Film

A. Contractor shall provide opaque or reflective high performance vinyl film as indicated on the Drawings, 2 mil maximum thickness, with pressure sensitive adhesive, suitable for outdoor application to vinyl, painted surfaces, and metal applications.

B. All machine cut vinyl typography and graphics are to be on high-grade self-adhesive 2 mil maximum high performance, cast vinyl films with a minimum of (7) years durability or approved equal (or otherwise noted).

The application of the vinyl characters is to be smooth, without bubbles, ridges or other imperfections.

C. All vinyl typography (including letters, arrows, numbers, symbols, logos, etc.) shall be digitally reproduced, and machine cut.

D. Surface coatings should be allowed to dry a minimum of 3 to 4 days before applying vinyl letters or graphics in order to avoid bubbles forming in the vinyl from out-gassing of the curing coating.

E. Letters for sign panels are to have positionable pressure-activated gray pigmented adhesive to provide minimal color show through.

F. Vinyl shall be…