Contract - 1 GSFIC-AD-186 (09-27-11) CxA

(GSFIC)

BUILDING COMMISSIONING SERVICES CONTRACT

BETWEEN OWNER AND COMMISSIONING AUTHORITY

Contract NUMBER: J-419-CX

STATE OF GEORGIA PROJECT NUMBER: J-419

COUNTY OF FULTON PROJECT NAME: DENTAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA

PROJECT SITE: GEORGIA SOUTHERN/AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY –

ARMSTRONG CAMPUS, SAVANNAH, GEORGIA

THIS CONTRACT made the 30th day of October, 2025, by and between the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission whose address is Second Floor, 270 Washington Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30334, a commission in the Executive Branch of state government in the State of Georgia, hereinafter called the Owner, and Total Systems Commissioning, Inc. whose address is 2148 Hills Avenue NW – Suite I – Atlanta, Georgia 30318 hereinafter called the Commissioning Authority (“CxA”), for Building Commissioning services for the above referenced project, hereinafter referred to as the Project.

WHEREAS, Owner requires building Commissioning services for the Project; and

WHEREAS, CxA possesses the skills and experience to provide the building Commissioning services for the Project; and

NOW, THEREFORE, Owner and CxA, in consideration of the mutual benefits and promises flowing to each of the parties agree as follows:

ARTICLE 1

1.1 The CxA’s Basic Services - The CxA’s Basic Services are the professional services as set forth in Attachment A, Commissioning Scope of Work, incorporated by reference herein. The CxA shall perform the Basic Services in accordance with the “Building Commissioning Recommended Guidelines,” hereinafter referred to as the “Guidelines,” which are incorporated by reference.

1.2 Standards – CxA shall perform the Basic Services consistent with all applicable laws and codes in effect at the time the Basic Services are delivered to the Owner. The CxA is fully responsible for any work performed by its CxAs the same as if said work were performed, approved, certified, or accepted by it. The CxA, by the execution of this agreement, contracts that it is possessed of that degree of care, learning, skill, and ability that is ordinarily possessed by other members of its profession and further contracts that, in the performance of the duties herein set forth, it will exercise such degree of care, learning, skill, and ability as is ordinarily employed by professionals under similar conditions and like circumstances, and shall perform such duties without neglect, and shall not be liable except for failure to exercise such degree of care, learning, skill, and ability. The CxA acknowledges and agrees that, in performing the services for the Project called for in this contract, it shall regard sound principles of design, construction, and operations. By signature on this Contract, the CxA certifies that he or the firm’s principal in charge of the performance of the Basic Services is professionally qualified, registered, and licensed to practice in the State of Georgia.

1.3 Content – The content for the Basic Services shall generally conform to the content outlined in the Guidelines, for those services within the Scope of Commissioning services set forth in Attachment A.

1.4 Use of and Reliance Upon the Basic and Additional Services – The CxA acknowledges that the Commissioning services provided to, or for the benefit of, the Owner include reasonable justification or explanation of the Commissioning Authority's professional decisions, and that those decisions may be reasonably relied upon by the Owner, the primary construction contractor(s), any

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1.5 Ownership and Copyright – All Commissioning deliverables, information, data, photos, videos, or documents produced hereunder by the CxA, or its CxAs shall be delivered to the Owner, and title thereto shall vest in the Owner regardless of the stage to which the development of the study may have progressed. In addition, the CxA hereby expressly assigns, transfers, and otherwise quitclaims to the Owner, its heirs and assigns forever, all right, title, and interest, including all copyrights and all termination/renewal rights in such copyrights, and all causes of action accruing under such copyrights, in all studies, study calculations, drawings, specifications, other data, embodiments of such studies, documents, or other works of authorship produced hereunder by the CxA, its CxAs, or its employees. The CxA further warrants that this transfer of copyrights and other rights is valid against the world. Finally, all original study deliverables and other technical data shall be furnished to the Owner without cost whether the project for which they are made be executed or not. The CxA may make and retain for its use such additional copies as it may desire.

1.6 Owner’s Approvals - The CxA acknowledges and agrees that the Owner does not undertake to approve, or pass upon, or undertake to inquire into the adequacy, fitness, suitability, or correctness of any Commissioning conclusions. The CxA acknowledges and agrees that the approval or acceptance of the Commissioning services by the Owner is limited to the function of determining whether there has been compliance with instructions issued to the CxA regarding the Basic and Additional Services to be performed. The CxA agrees that no approval of any Commissioning services, program, document, video, photograph, or deliverables by any person, body, or agency shall relieve the CxA of responsibility for the adequacy, accuracy, fitness, suitability, and correctness of the services performed in accordance with sound and accepted principles applicable to the services.

1.7 Administrative and Coordination Services Included within Basic Services:

1.7.1 The CxA shall arrange and conduct all Commissioning meetings that shall include equipment manufacturers, the designer team, and the construction contractor and/or subcontractors. The CxA shall take minutes of the meeting and distribute typewritten copies to all parties attending the meeting within five (5) calendar days.

1.7.2 The CxA, as the representative of the Owner, shall advise and consult with the Owner during all phases of the services provided.

1.7.3 The CxA shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of all studies, tests, designs, drawings, specifications, and other services furnished under this Contract. The CxA shall, without additional compensation, correct or revise any errors, deficiencies, or omissions in the analysis, studies, designs, drawings, specifications, estimates, and other services.

1.7.4 The Owner’s review of, approval of, acceptance of, or payment for the services required under this Contract shall not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights under this Contract or of any cause of action arising out of the performance of this Contract.

The CxA shall remain liable to the Owner for all damages caused by the CxA’s negligent performance of any of the services furnished under this Contract.

1.7.5 The CxA shall submit to the Owner and Design Team a Commissioning specification for inclusion in the construction contract(s).

1.7.6 The CxA shall submit a Commissioning Schedule of the Basic Services for the Owner’s review and approval. The Commissioning Schedule shall outline all times, projections and milestones for all reviews, meetings, investigations, and other portions of the

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Project. The CxA shall develop the Schedule and shall submit the preliminary schedule within ten (10) working days of execution of this contract. The Project Construction Schedule shall incorporate the Commissioning Schedule as developed by the Design Team and the Constructors. All Commissioning services shall be coordinated with the actual construction progress.

1.7.7 The warranty period shall be as defined in the Specifications (normally one (1) calendar year from the date of Final Acceptance of the Project by the Owner). The CxA shall provide the Basic and Additional Services as needed for the full term of the warranty period. The CxA shall attend the warranty inspection to help determine if any defects in the Work exist. The CxA shall notify the Owner (verbally within 24 hours of the inspection and follow up in writing within five (5) days of the inspection) of any identified defects, and whether or not the defective work is covered by the warranty. The CxA shall notify the Owner in the same fashion of any defective work the CxA may identify at any time on the Project.

ARTICLE 2

2.1 Fees –The Owner shall pay the CxA an amount not to exceed One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($113,750) for the Basic Services and reimbursable expenses in accordance with the Attachment A. The Fee may be increased by mutual agreement if further additional services are needed. Payment shall be as set forth in Article 4 below.

2.2 Reimbursements - Reimbursable expenses shall be paid in accordance with the paragraph checked below:

a. During the term of this Agreement, the CxA shall bill and the Owner shall reimburse

CxA for reasonable and ordinary pre-approved out-of-pocket expenses which are incurred in connection with the performance of the Services hereunder, as long as Owner’s prior approval is obtained prior to incurring the expense. If travel expenses are to be reimbursed, such expenses must be approved in advance and will be paid in accordance with the State travel regulations issued by the State Auditor, a copy of which is available at:

http://sao.georgia.gov/vgn/images/portal/cit_1210/11/15/184584081Travel_Regs_20 11_Policy_Final_v4.pdf

b. No expenses shall be reimbursed.

2.3 Time for Completion – Unless modified in Attachment A, the time for completion of the Basic and Additional Services shall be consistent with the design and construction schedules, and warranty period. Non-warranty services and off-season testing shall be completed prior to the completion of the Project. The Owner, may permit in writing, in its sole discretion, certain designated Commissioning services to be completed after occupancy, but shall set a date certain for completion if such permission is granted. Should Owner-initiated changes in the requirements result in substantial re-work of the Basic Services, the Owner and CxA shall mutually negotiate both an additional fee and any required extensions of time. In no event shall the term of this Agreement continue after December 31, 2028.

ARTICLE 3

3.1 Additional Services –The parties agree that additional services may be required with the compensation to be agreed upon prior to the CxA undertaking the additional services; provided, Contract - 4 however, that if such compensation cannot be agreed, the additional services shall be performed at the hourly rates set forth listed in Attachment A.

ARTICLE 4

4.1 Payments - The CxA agrees that:

(A) Invoices for Fees for Basic and Additional Services shall be submitted monthly for payment by the Owner and shall be based on the CxA’s services actually completed at the time of the billing.

(B) Requests for reimbursable expense shall be submitted with the monthly invoices for fees and allocated by person to whom the expenses apply, accompanied with copies of receipts and invoices as set forth in the latest rules and regulations promulgated by the State Auditor for travel expenses.

(C) Final payment for Basic Services, Additional Services, and for final reimbursable expenses shall not be due and payable until the Owner has accepted and approved the Basic and Additional Services as complete.

4.2 The CxA shall make payments to its CxAs not more than ten (10) working days following receipt of payment from the Owner. Statements of the CxA for fees subsequent to the first statement must contain a notice that "all CxAs have been paid in full to the extent that the CxA has been paid."

If this certification cannot be made, the CxA must affirmatively state for each such CxA the amount not paid and the reasons therefore.

ARTICLE 5

5.1 Assignment -The CxA hereby agrees that the Owner may, if it wishes to do so, assign this contract to another governmental entity. The CxA hereby agrees that it shall not assign, or transfer any interest or right in this Contract in whole or in part to any party without the written consent of the Owner in advance.

ARTICLE 6

6.1 Professional Liability Insurance - Within ten days after execution of this Contract and during the entire period of the contract, the CxA shall maintain professional liability insurance applicable to the work being performed. The CxA shall file with the Owner a certificate of insurance from an insurance company licensed to do business in the State of Georgia showing evidence of such professional liability insurance (errors and omissions insurance) in limits of not less than $1,000,000 per claim. If there is no professional liability insurance product applicable to the services, the CxA shall maintain a commercial general liability policy covering his Services.

6.2 Workers Compensation Insurance - Within ten days after execution of this Contract, the CxA shall forward proof of Workers Compensation Insurance that meets statutory requirements and shall maintain such insurance during the entire period of the Contract.

6.3 Commercial General Liability Insurance – Within ten days after execution of this Contract, the CxA shall forward proof of Commercial General Liability Insurance with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. CxA shall maintain such insurance during the entire period of the Contract.

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ARTICLE 7

7.1 Indemnification - CxA hereby waives, releases, relinquishes, discharges and agrees to indemnify, protect and save harmless the State of Georgia, the GSFIC and their officers and employees (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Indemnitees"), of and from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, losses, costs or expenses, including attorneys' fees, for any loss or damage for bodily injury, property damage and attorney’s fees related thereto caused by, growing out of, or otherwise happening in connection with this Agreement, due to any act or omission on the part of CxA, its agents, employees, subcontractors, or others working at the direction or on behalf of CxA.

This indemnification applies notwithstanding the fact that third parties or any of the Indemnitees may be partially responsible for the events giving rise to the claim; or the claim results in a monetary obligation that exceeds any contractual commitment. However, if any of the Indemnitees or third parties are partially responsible for the events giving rise to the claim, CxA’s indemnification hereunder shall apply only to the extent that CxA contributed to the events.

7.2 If and to the extent such damage or loss as covered by this Indemnification provision is covered by the State of Georgia Tort Claims Fund (the “Fund”), CxA agrees to reimburse the Fund.

To the full extent permitted by the Constitution and the laws of the State of Georgia and the terms of the Fund, CxA and its insured (if any) waive any right of subrogation against the State of Georgia, the Indemnitees and the Fund and insurers participating hereunder, to the full extent of this indemnification.

7.3 CxA shall, at its expense, be entitled to and shall have the duty to participate in the defense of any suit against the Indemnitees. No settlement or compromise of any claim, loss or damage entered into by Indemnitees shall be binding upon CxA unless approved in writing by CxA. No settlement or compromise of any claim, loss or damage entered into by CxA shall be binding upon Indemnitees unless approved in writing by Indemnitees.

7.4 CxA's obligation to indemnify any Indemnitee will survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement by either party for any reason.

ARTICLE 8

8.1 Termination for Convenience of the Owner (Without Cause) - The Owner may at any time, and for any reason or without any reason or cause, terminate this contract by written notice to the CxA specifying the termination date, provided that in the event of termination under this provision the Owner shall pay to the CxA all fees properly due (i) for services already properly performed prior to the effective date of the termination and (ii) for all reimbursable expenses properly incurred. In the event of such termination the CxA shall have no claim in excess of what is allowed in this Article 8.1 for any sum of money, however denominated, as a result of or relating to such termination.

8.2 Termination For Cause - In the event the CxA through any cause fails to perform any of the terms, covenants, or provisions of this contract on its part to be performed, or if it for any cause fails to make progress in the work hereunder in a reasonable manner or if the conduct of the CxA impairs or prejudices the interests of the Owner or the Firm violates any of the terms, covenants, or provisions of this contract, the Owner shall have the right to terminate this contract by giving notice in writing of the fact and date of such termination to the CxA, and all study deliverables and other documents relating to the Basic Services shall be surrendered forthwith by the CxA to the Owner, PROVIDED, HOWEVER: That the CxA shall have five (5) business days from the date of the notice to cure the defects, and PROVIDED FURTHER: That in such case the CxA shall receive equitable compensation for such services as agreed between the parties, or, in the event of an inability to agree, shall in the opinion of an independent auditor selected by the Owner and paid for by the Owner to which the CxA shall have no reasonable objection, to have been satisfactorily performed

Contract - 6 by the CxA up to the date of termination of this Contract. The parties agree that the decision of the said auditor concerning the matters set forth in this Article 8.2 shall be final.

ARTICLE 9

9.1 Personal Work - In contemplation that the Commissioning services to be performed are personal services, the CxA hereby agrees that no material change in the business organization under which the firm shall perform the present contract may be made without written consent of the Owner in advance, and such consent of Owner may be credited upon retention of the key staff persons of the CxA for performance of the work. The CxA must provide revised tax identification numbers prior to payment of the invoice following any such change.

ARTICLE 10

10.1 Modifications to the Contract - The CxA covenants that no modifications, either written or oral, may be made in the terms and provisions of this Contract without the written consent in advance of the Owner. It is agreed between the CxA and the Owner that, in the absence of such written consent, neither any modifications nor any undertaking to modify the contract shall be binding but shall be absolutely null and void.

10.2 Superseding Of Earlier Agreement And Fees - The parties hereto agree that these presents take the place of and supersede entirely any existing contracts, agreements, arrangements, understandings, undertakings, courses of dealing, or customs and practices, either implied or express and whether written or oral, in regard to the Project. This contract represents the entire and integrated agreement between the Owner and the CxA and may be amended only by written instrument signed by both the Owner and the CxA.

ARTICLE 11

11.1 Prohibited Acts - The CxA by execution of this contract warrants that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for it, to solicit or secure this contract and that it has not paid or agreed to pay any person, company, corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide employee working solely for it, any fees, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this contract.

11.2 Minority Participation Policy - It is the policy of the State of Georgia that minority business enterprises shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the State purchasing and contracting process. Therefore, the State of Georgia encourages all minority business enterprises to compete for, win, and receive contracts for goods, services, and construction. In addition, the State encourages all companies to subcontract portions of any State contract to minority business enterprises. CxAs who use qualified minority subcontractors may qualify for a Georgia state income tax deduction for qualified payments made to minority subcontractors. See O. C. G. A. §48-7-38.

11.3 Drug-Free Work Place - The CxA acknowledges that it is fully aware of the contents and requirements of O.G.C.A. §34-9-410 et seq. of the Official Code of Georgia. The CxA, by execution of the present contract, does hereby certify that it and its CxAs are in compliance with the aforesaid code section.

11.4. Immigration Reform Compliance - CxA certifies its compliance with Illegal Immigration Reform and Enforcement Act of 2011 and specifically those provisions codified at O.C.G.A. §13-10-90 et.

seq. CxA warrants that it has registered with and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as “E-Verify.” CxA further agrees that it will contract for the physical performance

Contract - 7 of services in satisfaction of this contract only with subcontractors who present an affidavit as required by O.C.G.A. §13-10-91. CxA warrants that it will include a similar provision in all contracts entered into with subcontractors for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of this contract.

11.5 Full Performance - The Owner and the CxA hereby agree to the full performance of the terms, duties, obligations, responsibilities, conditions and stipulations contained herein.

11.6 Governing Law - This Agreement shall be construed and enforced according to the laws of the State of Georgia.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have each caused these presents to be duly signed, sealed, and delivered by their duly authorized representatives on the day, month, and year first above written.

COMMISSIONING AUTHORITY: TOTAL SYSTEMS COMMISSIONING, INC.

By: ______________________________

Name: ______________________________

[SEAL]

Title: ______________________________

OWNER: GEORGIA STATE FINANCING AND INVESTMENT COMMISSION

By: ___________________________

Name: Marty W. Smith

Title: Director, Construction Services

ATTACHMENT A

COMMISSIONING SCOPE OF WORK

Commissioning Services - The CxA shall provide the following commissioning services described below and incorporated herewith as Attachment A.

See the Total Systems Commissioning, Inc. Project Services Agreement for J-419 New Dental College - Georgia Southern University/Augusta University at the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, Georgia Commissioning Services dated October 6, 2025, beginning on the next page.

2148 Hills Avenue NW • Suite I • Atlanta, Georgia 30318

404.355.9403 office • 404.352.0275 fax www.TSCx.org

October 6, 2025

Kelsey Ayers – Contracts Administrator, Procurement Services Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission 270 Washington Street Atlanta, Ga 30334

Subject: J-419-Cx – Dental College of Georgia Building

Commissioning Proposal for Phase One – Design Phase

Dear Kelsey, Thank you for the opportunity to submit our fee proposal with scope of work to provide our commissioning (Cx) services to you for the above-referenced project. Please review this proposal for Phase One and forward any comments at your earliest convenience.

We have partnered with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates Inc. to assist with the envelope commissioning of this project.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The State of Georgia and the Board of Regents, having acknowledged the need for more dentists in Georgia, have approved an expansion of the Dental College of Georgia with a new state-of-the-art Dental Education Building to be constructed in Savannah on the Armstrong Campus of Georgia Southern University (GSOU). The project is a collaboration between GSOU and Augusta University (AU). The building will be part of the GSOU building inventory. AU’s Dental College of Georgia (DCG) will provide the instructional program along with related clinical and research functions.

Based on initial preliminary programming discussions, the proposed facility will include but not be limited to the following space program and infrastructure components:

Clinical

• ~150 individual dental operatories to support student, faculty, and resident patient practice, organized and configured by clinical unit/function

• Associated unit level clinical service spaces (diagnostic wet labs, CBCT/radiology, nurse stations, storage, etc.)

• Patient waiting, reception, and consultation

Central Clinical Service

• Central equipment/instrument dispensary and collection

• Instrument sterilization and clean processing

• Pharmacy storage and dispensary

• Dental production lab

Commissioning Services – J-419-Cx – Dental College of Georgia Building

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Instructional

• Laboratory o Dental simulation lab (~60 stations, scheduled, analog and digital technology) o Dental practice lab (~60 stations, open, analog and digital technology) o Wet lab (~24 stations, scheduled/open) o Pathological microscopy lab o Gross anatomy lab o Associated service spaces

• General Classroom o In quantity, station capacity, and configuration adequate to independently support DCG

Savannah classroom instruction and related continuing education functions

• A/V Technology o Ubiquitous interactive A/V communication technology/capability in/between all instructional rooms/spaces

• Office Space o Offices (private/shared offices and open workstations) o Office service spaces (workroom/copy, break/lounge, storage, etc.)

o Conference rooms

• Student Support o Individual study o Group study/collaboration/lounge o Student lockers

• Research o Research laboratory with associated service spaces

• Building Support o Common lobby area o Café/food service o Loading dock o Central supply o Biomedical storage/workshop

• Building Infrastructure o Passenger and service elevators o Medical gas (N/N2O) storage and distribution o Dental water/air processing and distribution

• Site Infrastructure o Student/faculty/staff parking o Patient parking o Vehicular and pedestrian circulation o Utility services and connections

SCOPE OF SERVICES:

Systems to be Commissioned

MEP Systems

Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems as anticipated to be included in the Design Documents.

• Mechanical Systems o Airhandling equipment o Energy Recovery Units o Chillers o Boilers o Pumps o Exhaust fans o Laboratory SAV and EAV o Terminal Units o Chilled Water piping systems o Heating Hot water piping systems o Supply and Exhaust ductwork o Building Automatic Control Systems o Laboratory control systems o Fume Hoods and Biosafety cabinets

▪ Certifications by others o Test and Balance verification

• Plumbing Systems o Sanitary Waste and Vent o Roof drainage systems o Domestic hot and cold water o DI, RO and/or water purification systems o Plumbing fixtures o Natural gas piping o Booster and circulating pumps o Sump pumps o Medical Compressed air o Medical vacuum o Medical gas systems

• Electrical Systems o Power distribution

▪ Incl witnessing of NETA testing o Emergency power distribution o Emergency power generation o Renewable energy systems o Lighting and lighting controls o Fire Alarm o Lightning protection o Metering o Security Systems o Communications and Data Systems

Building Enclosure Systems (BECx):

• Roofing System

• Below Grade / Sub Slab vapor barriers

• Exterior Vertical Facades o Doors and Windows o Witness all window and storefront pressure and leak testing o Witness exterior vapor barrier testing o Witness all building pressurization testing o Enclosure Continuity

Phase One – Design Phase:

OPR Development – MEP and Envelope

We will develop the project Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) and review the Basis of Design (BOD) for accomplishing the OPR requirements.

Review the Design Team Program Document meeting minutes issued by the GSFIC and or the Design Team with comments for adjustments for the facility.

Confirm energy efficiency target, Peach Certification goal level, operational goals, system functional requirements via OPR/BOD coordination.

Develop the “Owner’s Project Requirements” information based on the RFQ outline criteria.

Develop an OPR Questionnaire/Development Log for Team completion addressing the overall OPR objectives:

a. Develop and set in place a program for successful enhanced delivery of the project

b. Explanation of the project ideas, concepts and criteria to be tracked throughout the design and construction

c. General project description of the building and systems

d. Functional criteria and basis of design criteria used to validate actual performance

e. Quality of building and systems materials and types of construction (key input from the

f. MEPFP Cx and BECx teams along with the Facility operation team are very valuable benefits for consideration by the Team)

g. Sustainability requirements (Ga Peach goal setting)

h. Constructability requirements

i. Communication requirements

j. Energy performance criteria

k. Security and cyber-security requirements

l. Acoustic requirements

m. Applicable codes for basis of design

n. User requirements and Owner directives

o. Occupant requirements

p. Indoor environmental quality requirements, detailed temperature and humidity requirements throughout the building

q. Budget conformance and constraints

r. MEPFP including life safety/emergency systems types and confirmation of facility operations input, life expectancy of equipment and systems, maintenance access, redundancy

s. Training requirements for operations staff

t. O&M criteria

u. Benchmarking requirements for energy usage and impact on the design

v. Adaptability of the systems

w. Accessibility requirements

x. Commissioning requirements

Attend in person 3 coordination and review meetings (1 Kickoff meeting, 1 for Review of the Draft OPR Phase, 1 for BOD review after Cx review issued) to participate in the OPR/BOD coordination and completion.

The Design Professionals will be requested to provide adequate building & systems descriptions for inclusion in the OPR development, Basis of Design document by the Design Team updated as required based on the Cx review.

Design Development - MEP

1. Provide the design team members with MEP commissioning items to be considered during design.

2. Perform Cx Design Reviews of the 50% CDs and the 90% CDs, issue review comments to the team in a Cx

Design Review Log and track resolution to close comments. A final back-check will be performed on the 100% CDs. Review the contractor’s GMP scope documents for MEP subcontractors’ proposals.

3. Provide Cx specs to the Design Team to include in the 50% CDs, 90% CDs and 100% CDs (Backcheck).

Specs will include and be coordinated with the Design Team spec format

a. Div 1 019113-General Commissioning

b. Div 230800- Mechanical – HVAC and Plbg Commissioning

c. Div 260800 – Electrical Commissioning)

4. Develop the MEP Cx Plan for inclusion with the construction documents.

5. Attend online coordination and review meetings with the Design Team, GSFIC and DPH to discuss Cx

Design Review Log comments (1 review meeting for the 50% CDs, and 1 review meeting for the 90% CDs).

6. Complete a document checklist to confirm all latest design documents have been received for review and coordination of the Cx process.

Design Development - Envelope

1. Conduct a Design Phase Cx Kickoff meeting with the Team

2. Envelope Commissioning Plan (BECx) (1 plan with updates):

a. The plan will outline the overall process, schedule, organization, responsibilities, and documentation requirements for commissioning of the building enclosure.

b. A preliminary BECx Plan will be provided to the Design Professional for review during the design phase and can be included in the construction documents.

c. The BECx plan will be updated throughout the BECx process as required.

3. BECx Requirements:

a. Coordinate with the Design Professional to incorporate BECx requirements into the construction documents.

4. BECx Document Review

a. Drawing Review (2 reviews with backcheck – 100% DDs and 50% CDs):

1) Review Architectural drawings in relation to the building enclosure aspects of the project.

2) Provide marked-up drawings in PDF file format and a BECx Design Review Log (“deficiency log”) for each review.

3) Provide update Design Review Log after each backcheck.

b. Specification Review and coordination (2 reviews with backcheck - 100% DDs and 50% CDs):

1) Review technical specifications in relation to the building enclosure material selection, performance requirements, submittal requirements, and quality assurance requirements.

2) Review will include Division 01, 03, 04, 07, 08 specification sections as applicable to the building enclosure of the project.

3) Provide marked-up specifications in the BECx Design Review Log (“deficiency log”) in PDF file format for each review

4) Provide update Design Review Log after each backcheck.

5) Provide Envelope Cx specs to the Design Team to include in the 50% CDs, 90% CDs and 100%

CDs. Specs will include Div One (Envelope Commissioning) and coordinated with the Design Team spec format.

c. We will make ourselves available for a virtual meeting to discuss our review comments following each document review.

5. Complete a document checklist to confirm all latest design documents have been received for review and coordination of the Cx process.

Project Fee

Phase One – OPR

TSCx $26,600.00

WJE $ 6,360.00

Total – OPR $32,960.00

Phase One – Design

TSCx $48,390.00

WJE $32,400.00

Total – Design $80,790.00

TOTAL Phase One Design & OPR $113,750.00

HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE (for pre-approved Additional Services)

Total Systems Commissioning, Inc. Hourly Rate ($/Hr)

Principal CxA $175.00

CxA Sr Project Manager $165.00

CxA Project Manager $155.00

CxT $125.00

Assistant Project Manager $100.00

Admin $ 95.00

Wiss, Jenney, Elstner Assoc., Inc.

Principal Specialist $400.00

Sr Specialist $180.00

Specialist $160.00

Senior Associate $250.00

Senior Technician $140.00

Technician II $120.00

Technician I $100.00

We appreciate this opportunity to continue to provide our services and grow our excellent relationship, it is greatly appreciated. Please do not hesitate to call if you have any questions.

Sincerely, Richard Dutro, CxA, BCxP, CPD, LEED AP BD+C President - Total Systems Commissioning, Inc.

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.

2055 Sugarloaf Circle, Suite 250

Duluth, Georgia 30097

770.923.9822 tel www.wje.com

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Mr. Dick Dutro, President

Total Systems Commissioning, Inc.

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Atlanta, GA 30318 ddutro@tscx.org

Dental Education Building at GSOU in Savannah, Georgia Limited Building Enclosure Consulting (Design Phase Only)

WJE No. 2025.6107.0

Dear Dick:

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is pleased to offer limited building enclosure consulting services to Total Systems Commissioning, Inc. (TSCx), the designated commissioning agent (Cx) for the proposed Dental Education Building, to be located on the Armstrong Campus of Georgia Southern

University (GSOU) in Savannah, Georgia. TSCx will be contracted by the Georgia State Financing and

Investment Commission (GSFIC), acting as the state's representative, and WJE will be subcontracted directly through TSCx.

The scope of the project encompasses the design and construction of a new facility totaling approximately 158,000 gross square feet (GSF). This building will support the new Dental College of

Georgia (DCG) program, including associated clinical and research operations. Construction is scheduled to commence in January 2026, with an anticipated duration of twenty-six months. The estimated construction cost is approximately $128 million.

Per the requirements outlined in Request for Proposal (RFP) Project No. J-419 and as referenced in correspondence from TSCx dated October 4, 2025, the commissioning scope for the design phase includes multiple design reviews of architectural drawings and specifications at intervals determined by the Owner. The architectural firm assigned to this project is SmithGroup, located in Atlanta, Georgia.

The proposal below outlines our professional services during the design phase for the building. As requested by TSCx, WJE has included three (3) document reviews, one (1) design review meeting and some additional time to assist with the Owner’s Program Requirements (OPR). WJE has assisted as the building enclosure consultant for numerous buildings and clients throughout the southeast and country and is well-experienced with these types of institutional buildings.

WJE PROFESSIONAL FEE PROPOSAL

Based on the information provided and discussions regarding our proposed scope of services, we have prepared the following recommended building enclosure consulting services for the design phase of the project. If necessary, we can modify this scope of work as needed to suit your needs.

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Task 1 - Design Document Reviews

WJE will perform a technical review of the architectural drawings and specifications related to the exterior building enclosure, as prepared by SmithGroup, during the Construction Documents (CD) phase of the design. This review will be conducted in two stages:

A. 50% CD Set Review

B. 95% CD Set Review and Backcheck of 100% Completion

The objective of these reviews is to evaluate the design documents for alignment with the OPR and conformance with established industry standards applicable to the design and construction of comparable facilities.

WJE’s review will focus on the design and integration of exterior wall assemblies, roofing systems, and waterproofing components as depicted in the architectural drawings and associated technical specifications. Key performance criteria to be assessed include:

� Resistance to air infiltration and water penetration

� Continuity and integrity of thermal control layers

� Material durability and long-term performance

� Constructability and feasibility of proposed Basis of Design (BOD) materials and systems

The scope of WJE services for this project does not include review of structural systems, mechanical/ electrical/plumbing (MEP) systems, or interior finishes.

Comments and recommendations will be documented directly on the provided drawing and specification files, assumed to be in PDF format. Where necessary, WJE may supplement these comments with annotated sketches to illustrate specific conditions. Additionally, a summary of all comments will be compiled in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, including prioritization and identification of critical issues.

Responsibility for coordinating, evaluating, and incorporating WJE’s comments into the final construction documents resides with the project architect.

Task 2: Design Review Meeting

WJE will participate in one (1) review meeting with TSCx, the design team, and other appropriate parties.

This meeting may be conducted via teleconferencing or in-person at the Architect’s office in Atlanta. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss WJE’s review comments and to answer any questions regarding the comments and recommendations.

Task 3: Owner’s Project Requirements Support

WJE will provide support to TSCx during development of the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) for the building enclosure of this project. The OPR will establish criteria for performance requirements, including durability, maintainability, and integration of building enclosure systems. Specific attention will be given to the cladding, fenestration and roofing systems to ensure alignment with the standards and expectations of GSFIC. WJE will assist with the preparation of a draft OPR document. WJE understands

TSCx will be primarily responsible for creating the document and incorporating any feedback into a finalized version suitable for use by the design and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.

For this proposal, WJE assume twenty-four (24) hours will be required to complete this task.

Task 4: Administrative Support

In addition to the above tasks, several other administrative tasks are often required during the design phase. WJE will assist with these routine administrative tasks during the project as requested. These include assisting with developing supplemental sketches and details, when required, to communicate with the design team. If the level of detail required to resolve such unforeseen conditions becomes extensive, and is beyond the scope we have established, we will notify you if additional fees are necessary.

For this proposal, WJE assume twelve (12) hours will be required to complete this task.

WJE ROLE AND LIMITATIONS

Although the goal of WJE’s services will be to improve the overall performance of the building enclosure regarding water penetration, vapor diffusion, air leakage, and thermal performance, the successful installation and subsequent performance of the building enclosure on this project shall remain the sole responsibility of the Contractor. Similarly, the professional services performed by WJE under this proposal are intended to supplement, rather than replace, the work performed by the design and construction team of this project. The Architect-of-Record (AOR) will be solely responsible for any and all decisions related to the incorporation of WJE’s recommendations, as a whole or in part, into the construction documents for this project.

COMPENSATION

We propose to perform the above tasks on a fixed fee basis. Based upon the scope of services outlined above, the following are the fee amounts for our professional services.

Service Description Professional Fees

Task 1A - 50% CD Design Document Review $ 12,500

Task 1B - 95% CD Design Document Review and Backcheck $ 12,720

Task 2 - Design Review Meeting (1 Meeting) $ 4,000

Task 3 - Owner’s Project Requirements Support (24 Hours) $ 6,360

Task 4 - Administrative Support (12 Hours) $ 3,180

Total $ 38,760

SCHEDULING

WJE would proceed once all necessary documents have been received and authorization to proceed has been granted. The expected schedule for Task completion is as follows:

Service Description Delivery Schedule

Task 1A - 50% CD Design Document Review Within 30 Days after Approval

Task 1B - 95% CD Design Document Review and Backcheck Within 2 Weeks of Request

Task 2 - Design Review Meeting Within 10 Days of Request

Task 3 - Owner’s Project Requirements Support Concurrent with Task 1A

This delivery schedule and the timing noted above assumes the architectural design drawing and specification documents received by WJE will be typical for a project of this nature. If subsequent drawings and/or specification sections are to change during the review period, the delivery schedule will be altered to reflect the impacted change. The OPR document development will be based on similar assumptions.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

WJE’s services will be performed in accordance with our attached Terms and Conditions for Professional

Services. Our work on this project will be provided under the direction of Mr. Edward Lehman (Senior

Associate), who will serve as project manager and will be responsible for the work by WJE. Mr. Kevin

Longest (Associate Principal) and Ms. Robin Cornel (Associate II) will assist Mr. Lehman with this project. In addition, the resources and knowledge of the entire company are also available.

WJE is confident in our ability to support the successful execution of this project. If the terms outlined in this proposal are acceptable, please sign the accompanying authorization page and return a copy to our office. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely, WISS, JANNEY, ELSTNER ASSOCIATES, INC.

Edward Lehman

Senior Associate cc: Kevin Longest, klongest@wje.com

Robin Cornel, rcornel@wje.com

Agreed and approved

Name: ___________________________________________________ (please print)

Signature: ___________________________________________

Title: ____________________________________________________

As Agent or Principal for: __________________________

Date: ____________________________________________________

GSFIC DOES NOT AGREE TO ANY TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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