Project Manual for

EVERGROVE

MAIN ENTRY LANDSCAPE

Richmond, TX

Developer:

Tri Pointe Homes

Prepared By:

Landscape Architects 712 Main St, Sixth Floor

Houston, Texas 77002

P: (713) 868-1676 SWA Project No. TPHt502

Issue for Bid 18 May 2026

Issue for Bidding 18 May 2026 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 00 – SPECIAL SECTIONS

001116 INVITATION TO BID

002113 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

004113 BID FORM

005000 AGREEMENT

007000 GENERAL CONDITIONS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

010100 SUMMARY OF WORK

010270 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT

010350 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

010400 COORDINATION

010500 FIELD ENGINEERING

010600 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

012000 MEETINGS

012300 ALTERNATES

013000 SUBMITTALS

014100 TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

015000 CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES & TEMPORARY CONTROLS

017000 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT

017100 CLEANING

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

033053 LANDSCAPE SITE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

042000 MASONRY WORK

044000 STONE ASSEMBLIES

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

311013 SITE PREPARATION

312213 ROUGH GRADING

312219 FINE GRADING

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321313 CONCRETE PAVING

321373 CONCRETE PAVING JOINT SEALANTS

329113 SOIL PREPARATION

329200 LAWNS AND GRASSES

329300 PLANTING

329400 MAINTENANCE

END OF DOCUMENT

INVITATION TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids addressed to Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 219a, will be received, until 2:00 p.m. Local Time, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, and then publicly opened and read at the office of SWA Group Landscape Architects, 712 Main St., 6th Floor, Houston, Texas 77002 for construction of Evergrove Main Entry Landscape.

Scope of Work of the Contract includes but is not limited to the following: concrete trails, seat walls, site amenity features, site furnishings, minor drainage, minor electrical for irrigation and landscape lighting, planting, irrigation, and maintenance.

In addition to the opening of sealed Bids at the address above, you may view the public opening of sealed Bids via Zoom. To join via Zoom call Telephone Number 888-475-4499, Meeting ID: 924 3673 1417 and use Passcode: 892930 or https://swagroup.zoom.us/j/92436731417?pwd=W0G2F3BRMI9qhapmbWa6pqjJDn4ub9.1

Bids received after the closing time will not be considered. A MANDATORY pre-bid conference will be held by teleconference on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Local Time. To join call Telephone Number 888-475-4499, Meeting ID: 962 4592 2006 and use Passcode: 695058 or https://swagroup.zoom.us/j/96245922006?pwd=bJRaHzvgVVeOpbg33kGlnxuQ5eXj6K.1

Each Bid must be accompanied by a Bid Bond or a certified or cashier’s check, acceptable to the Owner, in an amount not less than two percent (2%) of the total amount Bid, as a guarantee that the successful bidder will enter into the Contract and execute the Bonds on the forms provided and provide the required insurance certificates within seven (7) days after the date Contract Documents are received by the Contractor. If a certified or cashier’s check is provided, the successful bidder shall deliver, at the bid opening address, the original certified or cashier’s check within one (1) business day of receipt of the bid opening.

Digital copies of the bidding documents may be reviewed and obtained by contact Josh Lock at SWA, jlock@swagroup.com. There is NO charge to view or download documents.

By submitting a Bid, Bidder acknowledges and agrees that the Contract Documents may be accepted, executed, or agreed to using an Electronic Signature, as defined by and in accordance with Owner’s Electronic Signature Rules for Construction Contracts.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive all defects and irregularities in bidding or bidding process except time of submitting a Bid. The Successful Bidder, if any, will be the responsible Bidder which in the Board’s judgment will be most advantageous to the District and result in the best and most economical completion of the Project.

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Issued for Bidding SECTION 002113 18 May 2026 INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS

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SECTION 00 2113 - INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1.

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Bidding documents include the Instructions to Bidders, the Bid Form and the Contract Documents, including any Addenda thereto.

B. Addenda are written or graphic instruments issued prior to the execution of the Contract which modify or interpret the bidding documents, including Drawings and Specifications, by additions, deletions, clarifications or corrections. Addenda will become part of the Contract Documents when the Construction Contract is executed.

1.2 EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS AND SITE

A. Each bidder, by submitting a bid, represents that the bidding documents have been read and understood.

B. Each bidder, by submitting a bid, represents that the site has been visited and the bidder is familiar with the local conditions under which the work is to be performed.

1.3 BIDDING PROCEDURES

A. All bids shall be prepared on the forms provided by the Landscape Architect and submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.

1. Base Bid Amount

2. Alternates (if applicable)

3. Unit Prices

4. List of Subcontractors

5. Acknowledgment of Addenda.

B. A bid is invalid if it has not been deposited at the designated location prior to the time and date for receipt of bids indicated in the advertisement of invitation for bid, or prior to any extension thereof issued to the bidders.

C. Refer to Bid Documents for details on required Performance and Payment Bonds and qualifications/requirements of Sureties.

1.4 DISCREPANCIES AND AMBIGUITIES

A. Each bidder shall examine the bidding documents carefully and, not later than seven (7) days prior to the date for receipt of bids, shall make written request to the Landscape Architect for interpretation or correction of any ambiguity, inconsistency or error therein which may be discovered. Any interpretation or correction will be issued as an Addendum by the Landscape Architect. Only a written interpretation or correction by Addendum shall be binding. No bidder shall rely upon any interpretation or correction given by any other method.

1.5 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Each bidder represents that their bid is based upon materials and equipment described in the bidding documents.

B. No substitution will be considered unless written request and explanation has been submitted to the Landscape Architect for approval at least five (5) days prior to the date for receipt of bid. Requests received after that time will not be considered.

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C. If the Landscape Architect approves a proposed substitution, such approval will be set forth in an Addendum or letter of approval.

1.6 BASIS OF BIDS

The bidder shall include all Unit Cost items shown on the Bid Form. No segregated bids or assignments will be considered.

1.7 CONTRACT SECURITY

The General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions set forth Owner's requirements as to Performance Bond, Payment Bonds and Maintenance Bond. When the Successful Bidder delivers the executed Agreement to Owner, it shall be accompanied by all required Bonds.

1.8 PREPARATION OF BID FORM

Bidder shall submit bid on the forms furnished by the Landscape Architect. All blank spaces in the forms shall be correctly filled in. The bidder shall state the prices, written in words and figures.

Where there is a discrepancy between the price written in words and the price written in figures, the price written in words shall govern. If the proposal is submitted by an individual, that individual’s name must be signed by that individual or a duly authorized agent. If the proposal is submitted by a firm, association or partnership, the name and address of each member must be given, and the proposal must be signed by an official or duly authorized agent. Powers of attorney authorizing agents or others to sign proposals must be properly certified and must be in writing and submitted with the proposal. If a corporation submits the proposal, it must be authorized to operate in the State of Texas, the corporate seal must be affixes to the bid form, and the signer’s corporate title must be indicated at the place of signature.

1.9 IRREGULAR PROPOSALS

Bids will be considered irregular if they show any omissions, alteration of the form, additions or conditions not requested unauthorized alternate bids, or irregularities of any kind. However, the Owner reserves the right to waive any irregularities and to make the award in their best interests.

1.10 REJECTION OF PROPOSALS

The Bidder acknowledges the right of the Owner to reject any Bid and to waive any informality or irregularity of any Bid received. In addition, the Bidder recognizes the right of the Owner to reject a Bid if the Bidder failed to submit the data required by the Bidding Documents, or if the Bid is in any way incomplete or irregular.

1.11 EXECUTION OF CONTRACTS:

The person or persons; or representatives of any partnership, company, firm, association, or corporation; to which a Contract is awarded shall, within seven (7) days after such Contract award, sign the necessary documents which comprise the Contract with the Owner, thereby entering into an Agreement with the Owner to perform the Work required by these Contract Documents.

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1.12 FAILURE TO EXECUTE CONTRACT

The failure of the successful Bidder to sign the Contract within fourteen (14) days after the Contract is awarded, shall be considered by the Owner as abandonment of the Bidder’s proposal, and the Owner may, at his sole option, annul the Contract award.

1.13 ALTERNATE MATERIALS, BRANDS, PROCESSES:

Where more than one material, brand, or process is specified for a particular item, assembly, or part of the Work in the Contract Documents, Bidder shall include within his Bid Amount and Unit Price Amounts the costs for the most expensive material, brand, or process, but shall ascertain the costs for the alternatives as specified in the Documents, which alternative prices shall be offered to the Owner after the award of a Contract. Owner shall make all final choices where alternatives are specified.

1.14 CONTRACTOR’S CAPABILITY:

The Contractor represents and warrants by signing any Agreement offered to him by the Owner, that he is financially solvent, experienced in, and competent to, perform Work, and to furnish plant, material, supply, and equipment necessary to satisfactorily perform the acts and duties required of him by the Contract Documents. He further represents and warrants, by signing any Agreement, that he is familiar with Federal, State, Municipal, and County laws, ordinances, and regulations, which may affect Work or persons, employed or related to the Work.

1.15 DEFINITIONS:

Should any prospective Bidder encounter terms within these Documents for which the meaning is unclear or unfamiliar, he should request clarification from the Landscape Architect not later than six (6) calendar days prior to the date specified for the receipt of Proposals, so that a proper and appropriate response may be made.

END OF SECTION

Issued for Bidding

SECTION 004113

ISSUE FOR BID

TO:

Enclosed are the Forms required at the Bid Opening:

l. Bid Form in PDF format (Including acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda).

II. Bid Bond

III. 1295 Form

IV. Bid Form in Microsoft Excel format

Mr. Josh Lock, PLA, ASLA

Houston, Texas 77002

BID FOR EVERGROVE

MAIN ENTRY LANDSCAPE

RICHMOND, TEXAS

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

Fort Bend County MUD No. 219A c/o SWA

712 Main St. 6th Floor

ATTENTION:

BIDDER

Evergrove Main Entry Landscape

Richmond, Texas

SWA Project No. TPHt502 1

SECTION 004113

ISSUE FOR BID

TO:

ALL:

(Figures)

1 General Conditions, Fees, etc. LS

2 Grading and Drainage LS

3 Concrete Paving LS

4 Site Amenities LS

5 Landscape Irrigation LS

6 Landscape Planting and Grassing LS

7 Landscape Maintenance for 3 Months LS

LS

BIDDER:

Modifications to this form are prohibited and any changes are considered grounds for bid disqualification.

Contractor shall proivde a PDF digital version as well as the excel file at time of bid submission.

The bidder, in compliance with your Invitation for a Bid for the above mentioned project, having examined the

Plans dated May 15, 2026, and Specifications, dated May 18, 2026, with related documents and the site of the proposed work, and being familiar with all of the conditions of this proposed project including the availability of materials and labor hereby proposes to furnish all labor, materials, and supplies and to construct the project in accordance with the Contract Documents, at the prices stated below. These prices are to cover all expenses incurred in performing the work required under the Contract Documents, including related work which may not be specifically mentioned, but implied, of which this proposal is a part. This bid will remain subject to acceptance for

60 days after the date of Bid opening.

712 Main St. 6th Floor

Mr. Josh Lock, PLA, ASLA

RICHMOND, TEXAS

ATTENTION:

Houston, Texas 77002

Fort Bend County MUD No. 219A c/o SWA

BID FOR EVERGROVE

MAIN ENTRY LANDSCAPE

LUMP SUM BASE BID

SINGLE CONTRACT LUMP SUM BID:

(Words)

LUMP SUM BASE BID DETAIL:

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SECTION 004113

ISSUE FOR BID

a.

b.

a. General Conditions LS

b. Bonds LS

c. Fees and Permits LS

a. Finish Grading SF

b. Rough Grading CY

a. Concrete Sidewalks, 8' wide SF

b. Concrete Wall at Pond Edge (include 6' length mock-up) LS

a. Boulder Cascade, complete in place LS

a. Landscape Irrigation, complete in place LS

a. 65 gal. Southern Magnolia EA

b. 65 gal. Mexicxan Sycamore EA

c. 65 gal. Live Oak EA

d. 65 gal. Bald Cypress EA

e. 65 gal. Montezuma Cypress EA

n. 15 gal. Pineapple Guava EA

o. 15 gal. Yaupon Holly EA

p. 4" Pot Seasonal Color EA

q. 1 gal. Giant Lirope EA

r. 1 gal. Blonde Ambition Grass EA

s. 1 gal. Gulf Coast Muhly EA

dd. Seeded Common Bermuda Grass SF

ee. Solid Sod Common Bermuda Grass SF

ff. Perennial Mix A SF

gg. Grass Mix B (25% area 4" pots & 100% seed coverage per schedule) SF

jj. Prepared Soil Mix CY

kk. Shredded Hardwood Mulch CY

UNIT PRICES:

Unit prices govern additions to or deductions from the Lump Sum Base Bid.

The following unit prices shall include all labor, materials, overhead, profit, insurance, etc., to cover the finished work of several kinds called for. Changes shall be processed in accordance with the General

Conditions.

UNIT ADD OR DEDUCT

DESCRIPTION

1. GENERAL COND., ETC…

2. GRADING AND LANDSCAPE DRAINAGE

3. CONCRETE AND PAVEMENTS

4. SITE AMENITIES

5. LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION

6. LANDSCAPE PLANTING AND GRASSING

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ISSUE FOR BID

ll. Imported Common Fill CY

a. 3 Months Maintenance MO

(Company)

(Signature)

(Printed Name)

(Title)

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:

SUB-CONTRACTOR LIST:

Sub-Contractor Work to be Performed

The contract duration for this project is ____120_____ calendar days.

CONSTRUCTION DURATION:

Addendum Date

BIDDER ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF THE FOLLOWING ADDENDA:

The bidder binds himself upon acceptance of this proposal to execute a contract and furnish performance bond and payment bond each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the total contract price, according to the specified forms, for performing and completing the said work within the time stated, and furnish a satisfactory maintenance bond indemnifying the Owner against defective workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year.

The undersigned agrees to commence work within ten (10) days after the day of a written notice to commence work.

Addendum Number

7. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

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SECTION 004113

ISSUE FOR BID

ATTEST:

(Email)

(Buisness Address and Zip Code)

Secretary of Corporation

(Seal - if Bid is by a Corporation)

(Telephone Number)

(Date)

(Printed Name)

(Signature)

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Issued for Bidding SECTION 005000 18 May 2026 CONTRACT AGREEMENT

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SECTION 005000 - CONTRACT AGREEMENT

PART 1 - AGREEMENT

1.1 The 2017 edition of the "Standard Form of Agreement between Owner and Contractor for Stipulated Sum ", AIA Document A101, as published by the American Institute of Architects, is hereby made a part of the project manual.

1.2 Copies of the Contract Agreement Form are available for examination at the office of the Architect. Copies of the Contract Agreement Form may be obtained from the local office of the American Institute of Architects.

Issued for Bidding GENERAL CONDITIONS 18 May 2026 007000

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SECTION 007000 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

1.1 The 2017 edition of "General Conditions of the Contract for Construction", AIA Document A201, as published by the American Institute of Architects, is hereby made a part of the project manual.

1.2 Copies of the General Conditions are available for examination at the office of the Architect.

Copies of the General Conditions may be obtained from the local office of the American Institute of Architects.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010100 18 May 2026 SUMMARY OF WORK

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SECTION 010100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The work of this Contract includes but is not necessarily limited to: grading, drainage, concrete trails, irrigation, planting, grassing, and landscape maintenance as shown on drawings and specified herein.

B. Contractor's Duties:

1. Except as specifically noted, provide and pay for:

a. Labor, materials and equipment.

b. Tools, construction equipment and machinery.

c. Other facilities and services necessary for proper execution and completion of work.

d. Taxes, when required.

2. Secure and pay for, as necessary for proper execution and completion of work, as applicable at time of receipt of bids, and/or execution of Contract.

a. Permits

b. Government fees

c. Licenses

3. Contractor shall locate irrigation lines, drainage or sewer lines, water, gas, and other utility and electrical service lines, piping and conduits in the work area.

Contractor shall not disrupt any existing utility lines. Should any interfere with work notify Landscape Architect for disposition.

4. Give required notices to appropriate district, county and city officials, utility representatives and others whose existing facilities or property is affected by the work.

5. Comply with codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders and other legal requirements of public authorities which bear on performance of work.

6. Promptly submit written notice to Landscape Architect of any observed variance of Contract Documents from legal requirements.

a. Work on the observed variance will stop until a Letter to Proceed is received and signed by the Landscape Architect and Owner.

b. Assume responsibility for performing work known to be contrary to such requirements.

7. When concealed utilities or services which are not shown on the Drawings are encountered during construction operations, the Contractor shall trace the services and determine which are active and which are abandoned. Abandoned lines shall be removed and piping shall be capped or plugged as required. Active lines shall be relocated as required. The Contractor shall submit a sketch indicating the proposed relocation of such active lines. Materials to be used shall be those specified in the applicable Sections, where possible, and shall match the existing installations where suitable materials are not specified. The Contractor shall be responsible for removing abandoned lines and relocating active lines which interfere with new work. The Contractor shall submit a proposal for any relocation of concealed utility lines, not indicated on the Drawings to be removed or relocated, as specified for changes in the Work.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010100 18 May 2026 SUMMARY OF WORK

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8. Maintain a copy of plans and specifications on-site which is kept current with modifications and/or change orders. Also keep current on these documents, as-built changes.

1.2 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF PREMISES:

A. The Owner and Contractor performing other work will make the Project Site and access to the Project Site available to the Contractor for the operations of the Contract. Should it be necessary for the Contractor to use portions of existing streets for operations, such use shall be strictly in accordance with requirements and approval of the authority having jurisdiction.

B. Contractor shall:

1. Confine operations at Project Site to areas permitted by law, ordinances, permits, Contract Documents, and as directed by the Owner.

1.3 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE:

A. A pre-construction conference will be held at a site at a time to be designated by the Landscape Architect and Owner.

B. Representatives of the Contractor, including project superintendent and major subcontractors, shall be present.

C. As a minimum, the following items will be on the meeting agenda:

1. Designation of Key Personnel

2. Communications

3. Schedule of Values

4. Construction Schedule

5. Critical Work Sequencing

6. Submittals

7. Project Record Documents

8. Processing Field and Change Orders

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010270 18 May 2026 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT

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SECTION 010270 - APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies the procedural and administrative requirements for making applications for payment.

1.2 SCHEDULES OF VALUES

A. Prepare it on AIA Document G703, continuation sheet for G702.

B. Submit for review by Landscape Architect at the earliest feasible date, but no later than 7 days prior to initial Application for Payment.

C. Format with major work headings and sub-divisions, if necessary. Breakdown the contract sum in sufficient detail to facilitate evaluation of Applications for Payment and Progress Reports.

1.3 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT

A. Applications shall be made on AIA Document G702 and Continuation Sheets G703.

B. If the application includes stored materials, include proof of payment, delivery, or procurement.

C. Submit 1 executed application on original forms with 2 photo copies to the Landscape Architect.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010350 18 May 2026 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 010350 - MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

A. If the Owner or Landscape Architect wishes to change the scope or the character of any work, a RFP will be issued to the Contractor by the Landscape Architect.

B. The Contractor, upon receipt of the RFP, shall submit to the Landscape Architect, unless otherwise instructed in the RFP, a lump sum price, supported by a separate, complete, itemized proposal, both in three (3) copies, for the change in the work, including all necessary related changes.

The itemized proposal shall include the following for each item:

1. Quantities, unit cost and total costs for materials.

2. Trade classification, hours of labor, hourly rates and total labor costs.

3. Equipment rental.

4. Cost of overhead, profit on material, labor and equipment rental, if the change involves an increase in the Contract sum.

C. Cost shall be limited to the following: Cost of materials, including sales tax and cost of delivery; cost of labor, including social security, old age and unemployment insurance, and fringe benefits under collective bargaining agreements, worker's compensation insurance, bond premiums; and rental value of power tools and equipment.

D. Overhead shall include the following: Supervision, superintendents, incidentals, general office expense, and all other expenses not included in "cost".

E. If the net value of a change results in a credit from the subcontractor the credit shall be the net cost without overhead or profit.

F. If the Owner desires the Contractor to stop work on the section affected by the change, the Landscape Architect will issue a "Stop Work" letter.

1.2 CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER

If the cost of such change as submitted for in the RFP is accepted and approved by the Owner and the Landscape Architect, a Contract Change Order will be issued to the Contractor, giving authority to proceed with the work and increasing or decreasing the Contract by the amount occasioned by such change.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION REVISION/CLARIFICATION

If time for issuing an RFP is insufficient due to a condition where life and/or property may be endangered, the Landscape Architect will issue a Field Order. This Field Order will give the Contractor authority to proceed with the work involved. Other than for the foregoing reasons, Field Orders will only be issued when no change in cost is involved. If an item of cost is involved, a Proposal Request will be included.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010400 18 May 2026 COORDINATION

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SECTION 010400 - COORDINATION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for coordinating construction operations including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. General project coordination procedures.

2. Conservation.

3. Coordination Drawings.

4. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

5. Cleaning and protection.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Division 1 Section "Field Engineering" specifies procedures for field engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

2. Division 1 Section "Submittals" for preparing and submitting the Contractor's Construction Schedule.

3. Division 1 Section "Contract Closeout" for coordinating contract closeout.

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and attendance at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for the Owner and separate contractors where coordination of their work is required.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and assure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of schedules.

2. Installation and removal of temporary facilities.

3. Delivery and processing of submittals.

4. Progress meetings.

5. Project closeout activities.

D. Conservation: Coordinate construction operations to assure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials.

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1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated in, the Work.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare coordination drawings where careful coordination is needed for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities. Prepare coordination drawings where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Show the relationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings.

2. Indicate required installation sequences.

3. Comply with requirements contained in Section "Submittals."

B. Staff Names: Within 15 days of commencement of construction operations, submit a list of the Contractor's principal staff assignments, including the superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the Project Site. Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities. List their addresses and telephone numbers.

1. Post copies of the list in the Project meeting room, the temporary field office, and each temporary telephone.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

3.2 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials in place, during handling and installation. Apply protective covering where required to assure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

B. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damaging effects.

C. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure that no part of the construction, completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period. Where applicable, such exposures include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Excessively high or low temperatures.

2. Excessively high or low humidity.

3. Air contamination or pollution.

4. Water or ice.

5. Solvents.

6. Chemicals.

7. Light.

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8. Puncture.

9. Abrasion.

10. Heavy traffic.

11. Soiling, staining, and corrosion.

12. Bacteria.

13. Rodent and insect infestation.

14. Combustion.

15. Electrical current.

16. Unusual wear or other misuse.

17. Contact between incompatible materials.

18. Misalignment.

19. Excessive weathering.

20. Unprotected storage.

21. Improper shipping or handling.

22. Theft.

23. Vandalism.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010500 18 May 2026 FIELD ENGINEERING

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SECTION 010500 - FIELD ENGINEERING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. General: This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for field-engineering services including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Land survey work.

2. Layout of site specific elements.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Division 1 Section "Coordination" for procedures for coordinating field engineering with other construction activities.

2. Division 1 Section "Submittals" for submitting Project record surveys.

3. Division 1 Section "Project Closeout" for submitting final Record Documents.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Certificates: Submit a certificate signed by the land surveyor or professional engineer certifying the location and elevation of improvements.

B. Project Record Documents: Submit a record of Work performed and record survey data as required under provisions of "Submittals" and "Project Closeout" Sections.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Surveyor Qualifications: Engage a qualified site engineer to perform required layout.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Identification: The Contractor shall identify existing control points and property line corner stakes.

B. Verify layout information shown on the Drawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks, before proceeding to lay out the Work. Locate and protect existing benchmarks and control points. Preserve permanent reference points during construction.

1. Do not change or relocate benchmarks or control points without prior written approval.

Promptly report lost or destroyed reference points or requirements to relocate reference points because of necessary changes in grades or locations.

2. Promptly replace lost or destroyed Project control points. Base replacements on the original survey control points.

C. Establish and maintain a minimum of 2 permanent benchmarks on the site, referenced to data established by survey control points.

1. Record benchmark locations, with horizontal and vertical data, on Project Record Documents.

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D. Existing Utilities and Equipment: The existence and location of underground and other utilities and construction indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning sitework, investigate and verify the existence and location of underground utilities and other construction.

1. Prior to construction, verify the location and invert elevation at points of connection of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water-service piping.

3.2 PERFORMANCE

A. Work from lines and levels established by the property survey. Establish benchmarks and markers to set lines and levels at each story of construction and elsewhere as needed to locate each element of the Project. Calculate and measure required dimensions within indicated or recognized tolerances. Do not scale Drawings to determine dimensions.

1. Advise entities engaged in construction activities of marked lines and levels provided for their use.

2. As construction proceeds, check every major element for line, level, and plumb.

B. Site Engineer’s Log: Maintain a log of control and other survey work. Make this log available for reference.

1. Record deviations from required lines and levels, and advise the Architect when deviations that exceed indicated or recognized tolerances are detected. On Project Record Drawings, record deviations that are accepted and not corrected.

2. On completion of foundation walls, major site improvements, and other work requiring field-engineering services, prepare a certified survey showing dimensions, locations, angles, and elevations of construction and sitework.

C. Site Improvements: Locate and lay out site improvements, including pavements, stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement, utility slopes, and invert elevations.

D. Building Lines and Levels: Locate and lay out batter boards for structures, building foundations, column grids and locations, floor levels, and control lines and levels required for mechanical and electrical work.

E. Existing Utilities: Furnish information necessary to adjust, move, or relocate existing structures, utility poles, lines, services, or other appurtenances located in or affected by construction.

Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 010600 18 May 2026 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 010600 - REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 BUILDING, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL CODES:

A. The Contractor shall comply with all required codes, standards and regulations applicable to this Project.

B. Refer to City of Fulshear and Fort Bend County standards for all work relating to utilities.

1.2 GENERAL PEST CONTROL LAW:

A. This Contractor shall comply with the Texas Department of Agriculture, General Pest Control Law regarding the movement of any and all plants that may be infested and that may be in violation of any guarantees.

B. Compliance by this Contractor is required for all Intrastate and Interstate movement of materials.

1.3 PERMITS AND FEES:

A. The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all permits and fees when required which affect the work of this contract. All work, if required, shall be performed in accordance with all local and State and Federal laws and regulations.

B. The Contractor shall arrange for inspections required by local agencies.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 012000 18 May 2026 PROJECT MEETINGS

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SECTION 012000 - PROJECT MEETINGS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. The Owner’s representative shall schedule all meetings throughout the progress of the work and shall:

1. Prepare agenda for meetings.

2. Make physical arrangements for meetings.

3. Preside at all meetings.

B. The Contractor shall have his representatives and Subcontractors and Suppliers attend all meetings who shall be authorized to act on behalf of each entity each represents.

C. The Landscape Architect shall attend all meetings, record the minutes and distribute those minutes to all parties in attendance or affected by the proceedings.

1.2 PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING:

Prior to beginning the Work, the Contractor and his Subcontractors as may be designated by the Landscape Architect, shall meet with the Landscape Architect and Owner to resolve questions pertaining to the Work and to establish basic administrative procedures. This meeting shall be held at such location and time as determined by the Owner.

1.3 PROGRESS MEETINGS:

The Contractor shall meet with the Owner and the Landscape Architect at the Project site or at some agreed upon location in progress meetings at such intervals as determined by the Owner in order to maintain an optimum degree of communications between all interested parties, including selected subcontractors and suppliers at such times as their interests may be involved.

1.4 SPECIAL MEETINGS:

A. Special meetings may be called by either the Contractor, the Owner or the Landscape Architect (a time and place agreeable to all parties) to discuss issues of special interest.

B. Other parties whose interests may be affected are required to be in attendance.

Issued for Bidding SECTION 012300 18 May 2026 ALTERNATES

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SECTION 012300 - ALTERNATES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for alternates.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Alternate: An amount proposed by bidders and stated o the Bid Form for certain work defined in the bidding requirements that may be added to or deducted from the base bid amount if Owner decides to accept a corresponding change either in the amount of construction to be completed or in the products, materials, equipment, systems, or installation methods described in the Contract Documents.

1. Alternates described in this Section are part of the Work only if enumerated in the Agreement.

2. The cost or credit for each alternate is the net addition to or deduction from the Contract Sum to incorporate alternate into the Work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum.

1.4 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely integrate work of the alternate into Project.

1. Include as part of each alternate, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation whether or not indicated as part of alternate.

B. Notification: Immediately following award of the Contract, notify each party involved, in writing, of the status of each alternate. Indicate if alternates have been accepted, rejected, or deferred for later consideration. Include a complete description of negotiated revisions to alternates.

C. Execute accepted alternates under the same conditions as other work of the Contract.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

1. REFERENCE DRAWINGS

END OF SECTION 012300

Issued for Bidding SECTION 013000 18 May 2026 SUBMITTALS

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SECTION 013000 - SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. Submit to the Landscape Architect Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples required by Specification sections.

1.2 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Original drawings, prepared by Contractor, subcontractor, supplier or distributor, which illustrate some portion of the Work, showing fabrication, layout, setting or erection details, prepared by a qualified detailer.

1.3 PRODUCT DATA

A. Manufacturer's standard schematic drawings

1. Modify drawings to delete information which is not applicable to Project.

2. Supplement standard information to provide additional information applicable to Project.

B. Manufacturer's catalog sheets, brochures, diagrams, schedules, performance charts, illustrations and other standard descriptive data

1. Clearly mark each copy to identify pertinent materials, products or models.

2. Show dimensions and clearances required.

3. Show performance characteristics and capacities.

4. Show wiring diagrams and controls.

1.4 FIELD SAMPLES AND MOCK-UPS

A. Physical examples to illustrate materials, equipment and workmanship, and to establish standards by which completed work is judged. Include work of all trades required in finished work.

B. Erect at Project Site in location acceptable to Landscape Architect.

1.5 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Review Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples prior to submission. Sign, stamp and date, certifying the review of submittal. Any data not marked or approved or reviewed by the Contractor will be returned.

B. Verify

1. Field measurements.

2. Field construction criteria.

3. Catalog numbers and similar data.

C. Coordinate each submittal with requirements of Work and, of Contract Documents.

D. Contractor's responsibility for errors and omissions in submittals it not relieved by Landscape Architect's review of submittals.

E. Contractor's responsibility for deviations in submittals from requirements of Contract Documents is not relieved by Architect's review of submittals, unless Architect gives written acceptance of specific deviations.

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F. Notify Landscape Architect, in writing at time of submission, of deviations in submittals from requirement of Contract Documents.

G. Do not begin work which requires submittals until return of submittals with Landscape Architect's stamp and initials or signature indicating review and approval.

H. After Landscape Architect's review, distribute copies.

1.6 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. Schedule submissions at least 14 days before date reviewed submittals will be needed.

B. Submit 1 opaque print of Shop Drawings, and one reproducible transparency.

C. Submit number of copies of Product Datum which Contractor requires for distribution, plus 1 copies which will be retained by Landscape Architect.

D. Submit number of Samples specified in each of the specification sections.

E. Accompany submittals with transmittal letter, in duplicate, containing

1. Project title and number

2. Date

3. The Submittal Number which shall be the specification number followed by sequential number for that section. (i.e., 02520-3)

4. General Contractor’s name

5. Subcontractor’s name

6. Manufacturer’s name

7. Notification of deviations from Contract Documents

8. List of items contained in submittal

F. Submittals shall include

1. Date and revision dates.

2. Project title.

3. Names of Landscape Architect, Contractor, subcontractor, supplier and manufacturer.

4. Identification of product or materials.

5. Relation to adjacent structure or materials.

6. Field dimensions clearly identified as such.

7. Applicable reference standards.

8. Other pertinent data required by Specifications.

9. Identification of deviations from Contract Documents.

10. Contractor's stamp, initialed or signed, certifying to review of submittal, verification of field measurements and compliance with Contract Documents.

1.7 RESUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

For Shop Drawings marked "Rejected" by Landscape Architect A. Shop Drawings

1. Revise initial drawings as required and resubmit as specified for initial submittal.

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2. Indicate on drawings any changes which have been made, other than those requested by Landscape Architect.

B. Product Data and Samples Submit new Data and Samples as required for initial submittal.

1.8 DISTRIBUTION OF SUBMITTALS AFTER REVIEW

Distribute copies of Shop Drawings and Product Data which carry Landscape Architect's stamp as required for construction, including Contractor's file, job site file, Record Documents file, subcontractors, supplier and fabricator.

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SECTION 014100 - TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROCEDURE:

A. Owner's Testing Laboratory:

An independent testing laboratory will be selected by the Owner or his representative to inspect and test the materials and methods of construction as hereinafter specified for compliance with the specification requirements of the Contract Documents and to perform such other specialized technical services as may be required by the Owner or his representative.

1.2 QUALIFICATIONS OF TESTING LABORATORY

A. The testing laboratory selected shall meet the basic requirements of ASTM E329 "Standard of Recommended Practice for Inspection and Testing Agencies for Concrete and Steel as Used in Construction", and shall submit to the Owner and Landscape Architect, a copy of the report of inspection of their facilities made by the Materials Reference Laboratory of the National Bureau of Standards during the most recent tour of such inspections, and shall submit a memorandum stating steps taken to remedy all deficiencies reported by this inspection.

B. The Testing Laboratory selected shall meet "Recommended Requirements for Independent Laboratory Qualifications", latest edition, as published by the American Council of Independent Laboratories.

C. The Testing Laboratory shall be approved by the Building Official of the City of Fulshear, Texas to perform inspection and certification services as an approved inspector of prefabricated construction.

D. Testing machines shall be calibrated at intervals not exceeding 12 months by devices of accuracy traceable to the National Bureau of Standards or accepted values of natural physical constants. The Testing Laboratory shall submit a copy of certificate of calibration made by an accredited calibration agency.

E. Tests and inspections shall be conducted in accordance with specified requirements, and if not specified, in accordance with the applicable standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials or other recognized and accepted authorities in the field.

1.3 AUTHORITIES AND DUTIES OF THE LABORATORY:

A. Attending Preconstruction Conferences:

The Owner's Testing Laboratory shall obtain and review the project plans and specifications with the Landscape Architect as soon as possible prior to the start of construction. The Owner's Laboratory shall attend preconstruction conferences with the Engineer, Project Manager, General Contractor, and Material Suppliers as required to coordinate materials inspection and testing requirements with the planned construction schedule. The Owner's Laboratory will participate in such conferences throughout the course of the project.

B. Outline Testing Program:

The Owner's Testing Laboratory shall be responsible for outlining a written detailed testing program conforming to the requirements as specified in the Contract Documents and in consultation with the Owner and Landscape Architect. The testing program shall contain an outline of inspections and tests to be performed with reference to applicable sections of

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Such testing program shall be submitted to the Owner and Landscape Architect five weeks in advance of the start of construction so as not to delay the start of construction. It shall be the Testing Laboratory's responsibility that such program conforms to the requirements of the Specifications and falls within the Owner's budget for testing laboratory services. If the allocated budget is not sufficient to cover the services as outlined in the Specifications.

It shall be the responsibility of the Laboratory to notify the Landscape Architect and Owner so that the Laboratory services can be modified accordingly prior to the start of construction. Furthermore, the Testing Laboratory shall monitor its expenditures throughout the course of the job and notify immediately the Owner and Landscape Architect, of any significant deviation from the planned testing program and budget.

C. Cost Proposal:

The Testing Laboratory's proposal to the Owner shall contain the outlined testing program based on a unit price basis for tests and inspections and on an hourly basis for personnel.

A total estimated price shall also be submitted.

D. Cooperation with Design Team

The Laboratory shall cooperate with the Landscape Architect and Contractor and provide qualified personnel promptly on notice.

E. The Laboratory shall perform the required inspections, sampling, and testing of materials as specified under each section and observe methods of construction for compliance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

F. Inspections Required by Government Agencies:

The Testing Laboratory shall perform all inspections and submit all reports and certifications as required by all government agencies.

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