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HomeMy WebLinkAbout032514-U - Construction-Related - Contract - G.P. Cooper Indu Inc. dba Cooper General Contractorsma CITY SECRETARY ,6iz- CONTRACT NO,J ok 0I 0 11111111116 FORT WORTH Ir 00I WATER AIGINAL SPECIAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FOR JenkinsHeights Pump Station Rehabilitation Project WATER PROJECT NO.: P 164-060164016001 JENKIN HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT FWWD Project No. P164-060164016001 AUGUST, 2005 Chris P. Harder, P.E. �. Fort Worth Water Department 1000 Throckmorton Street Fort Worth, Texas 76102 Joseph J. Kotrla, P.E. ri____.._.}' '''A McCreary & Associates.. y s•. 6310 LBJ Freeway,Suite 217 �e,,�b'Sa Dallas Texas 75240 •'aCI6 T ti ?4AL £ �� TABLE OF CONTENTS JENKIN HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PART A - NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice to Bidders Special Instructions to Bidders PART B - PROPOSAL Proposal M/WBE Specifications PART C - GENERAL CONDITIONS PART CS - SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS .. PART D - SPECIAL CONDITIONS PART E - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ,.. Material (E-1) and construction (E-2) specifications from the Fort Worth Water Department, not included herein) .� DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Item 01010 - Summary of Work Item 01025 - Measurement and Payment �+ Item 01040 - Coordination Item 01051 - Grades, Lines, and Levels Item 01300 - Submittals *■ Item 01310 - Construction Schedules Item 01370 - Schedule of Values Item 01410 - Testing Laboratory Services Item 01430 - Operation and Maintenance Data Item 01500 - Temporary Facilities and Controls Item 01600 - Material and Equipment Item 01651 - Testing and Startup Item 01700 - Contract Closeout Item 01720 - Project Record Documents Item 01750 - Warranties and Bonds DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK Item 02223 - Trench Safety System Item 02930 - Seeding and Revegatation Item 02950 - Silt Fence r�] r_7 DIVISION-3 - "" Item 03100 - Item 03200 - Item 03250ON - Item 03300 - Item 03700 - DIVISION 4 - Item 04200 - CONCRETE Concrete Formwork Concrete Reinforcement Concrete Joints and Embedded Items Cast -In -Place Concrete Flowable Fill MASONRY Unit Masonry DIVISION 5 - METALS Item 05200 - Aluminum Handrails Item 05501 - Anchor Bolts, Expansion Anchors, Inserts DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND HARDWARE Item 08100 - Hollow Metal Doors, Frames, and Hardware DIVISION 9 - FINISHES Item 09900 - Painting DIVISION l l - EQUIPMENT Item 11065 - Submersible Sump Pump Item 11300 - Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps Item 11350 - Aluminum Access Hatches, Appurtenances DIVISION 15 - MECHANICAL Item 15070 - Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings Item I5100 - Valves and Appurtenances Item 15140 - Supports and Hangers Item 15900 - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL Item 16010 - Electrical General Provisions ., Item 16110 - Raceways Item 16120 - Wire and Cable Item 16199 - Miscellaneous +.• Item 16210 - Electric Utility Service Item 16270 - Dry Type Transformers Item 16280 - Auto. Power Factor Correction Capacitors Item 16350 - Motor Control Center Item 16410 - Underground Item 16450 - Grounding Systems Item 16900 - Instrumentation oft ^ten n.. a ri l a' Con" PART F Em �• PART G PART H APPENDIX "A" APPENDIX "B" ED O. L-1 ow BONDS AND INSURANCE Certificate of Insurance Performance Bond Payment Bond Maintenance Bond Contractor Compliance with Workers Compensation Laws CONTRACTS PROPERTY SELECTED STD. DETAILS FROM FWWD GENERAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS COPY OF PROPOSAL FROM HSQ TECHNOLOGY FOR RTU EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAMMING NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals for the Jenkin Heights Pump Station Rehabilitation Project, Project Number P164-060164016001, will be received at the office of the Purchasing Manager until 1:30 P.M., Thursday, September 151h, 2005 and then publicly opened and read aloud at 2:00 P.M. Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents for this project may be obtained at the Water Department, Municipal Building, 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102. One set of documents will be provided at no cost to prospective bidders. General Contract Documents and General Specifications for Water Department projects, dated January 1, 1978, with the latest revisions, also compromise a part of the Contract Documents for this project and may be obtained by paying a non-refundable fee of $50.00 for each set, at the office of Water Department, Municipal Office Building, 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas. All bidders must be pre -qualified with the City of Fort Worth Water Department a AM minimum of seven (7) days prior to bid opening. Bid security is required in accordance with the Special Instructions to Bidders. +4 A pre -bid conference will be held at 9:00 AM on Thursday, September 1st, 2005 at the Water Administration Conference Room, 2"d Floor, City Hall, 1000 Throckmorton Street, 76102, Fort Worth, Texas. The Engineer will transmit to all prospective bidders of record such Addenda as he considers necessary in response to questions arising at the pre - bid conference. Bidders are responsible for obtaining all addenda to the contract documents and acknowledging receipt of the addenda by initialing the appropriate spaces on the PROPOSAL form. Bids that do not acknowledge receipt of all addenda may be rejected as being non -responsive. Information regarding the status of addenda may be obtained by contacting the Water Department at 817-392-6820. The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and waive any and/or all formalities. No bid may be withdrawn until the expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the bids are received. For additional information, contact Chris Harder, P.E. 817-392-6820. Advertising Dates: August I Ith, 2005 August 18th, 2005 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 1) PREOUALIFICATION REOUIREMENTS: All contractors submitting bids are required to be prequalified by the Fort Worth Water Department prior to submitting bids. This prequalification process will establish a bid limit based on a technical evaluation and financial analysis of the .w contractor. It is the bidder's responsibility to submit the following documentation: a current financial statement, an acceptable experience record, an acceptable equipment schedule and any other documents the Department may deem necessary, to the Director of the Water Department at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the date of the opening of bids. a) The financial statement required shall have been prepared by an independent certified public accountant or an independent public accountant holding a valid permit issued by an appropriate State licensing agency and shall have been so prepared as to reflect the financial status to the submitting company. This statement must be current and not more than one (1) year old. In the case that a bidding date falls within the time a new statement is being prepared, the previous statement shall be updated by proper verification. b) For an experience record to be considered to be acceptable for a given project, it must reflect the experience of the firm seeking qualification in work of both the same nature and technical level as on that of the project for which bids are to be received. c) The Director of the Water Department shall be the sole judge as to the acceptability for financial a qualification to bid on any Fort Worth Water Department project. d) Bids received in excess of the bid limit shall be considered non -responsive and will be rejected as such. e) The City, in its sole discretion, may reject any bid for failure to demonstrate experience and/or expertise. +r f) Any proposals submitted by a non-prequalified bidder shall be returned unopened, and if inadvertently opened, shall not be considered. The City will attempt to notify prospective bidders whose qualifications financial or experience) g) h' P Y P P q ( P ) are not deemed to be appropriate to the nature and/or magnitude of the project on which bids are to be received. Failure to notify shall not be a waiver of any necessary prequalification. 2. BID SECURITY: A cashier's check, or an acceptable bidder's bond, payable to the City of Fort Worth, in an amount of not less than five (5%) percent of the largest possible total of the bid submitted do must accompany the bid, and is subject to forfeiture in the event the successful bidder fails to execute the Contract Documents within ten (10) days after the contract has been awarded. To be an acceptable surety on the bond, (1) the name of the surety shall be included on the current U.S. Treasury List, or (2) the surety must have capital and surplus equal to ten times the limit of the bond. The surety must be ON licensed to do business in the state of Texas. The amount of the bond shall not exceed the amount shown on the treasury list or one -tenth (1/10) the total capital and surplus. +f 3. BONDS: A performance bond, a payment bond, and a maintenance bond each for one hundred (100%) percent of the contract price will be required, Reference C 3-3.7. 4. WAGE RATES: Not less than the prevailing wage rates established by the City of Fort Worth, Texas, and as set forth in the Contract Documents must be paid on this project. 5. AMBIGUITY: In the case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating prices in the Proposal, the City .� reserves the right to adopt the most advantageous construction thereof to the City or to reject the Proposal. r� +� 6. BIDDER LICENSE: Bidder must be a licensed Contractor in the State of Texas. 7. NONRESIDENT BIDDERS: Pursuant to Article 601g, Texas Revised Civil Statutes, the City of Fort Worth will not award this contract to a nonresident bidder unless the nonresident's bid is lower than the "o lowest bid submitted by a responsible Texas resident bidder by the same amount that a Texas resident bidder would be required to underbid a nonresident bidder to obtain a comparable contract in the state in which the nonresident's principal place of business in located. "Nonresident bidder" means a bidder whose principal place of business is not in this state, but excludes - - a contractor whose ultimate parent company or majority owner has its principal place of business in this state. This provision does not apply if this contract involves federal funds. oft The appropriate blanks of the Proposal must be filled out by all nonresident bidders in order for the bid to meet specifications. The failure of a nonresident contractor to do so will automatically disqualify that bidder. 8. PAYMENT: If the bid amount is $25,000.00 or less, the contract amount shall be paid within forty- five (45) calendar days after completion and acceptance by the City. 9. AGE: In accordance with the policy ("Policy") of the Executive Branch of the Federal Government, Contractor covenants that neither it nor any of its officers, members, agents employees, program participants or subcontractors, while engaged in performing this contract, shall, in connection with the employment, advancement or discharge of employees or in connection with the terms, conditions or privileges of their employment, discriminate against persons because of their age except on the bases of a bona fide occupational qualification, retirement plan or statutory requirement. Contractor further covenants that neither it nor its officers, members, agents, employees, subcontractors, program participants, or persons acting on their behalf, shall specify, in solicitations or advertisements for employees to work on this contract, a maximum age limit for such employment unless the specified maximum age limit is based upon a bona fide occupational qualification, retirement plan or statutory requirements. Contractor warrants it will fully comply with the policy and will defend, indemnify and hold City harmless against any claims or allegations asserted by third parties or subcontractor against City arising out of Contractor's and/or its subcontractors' alleged failure to comply with the above referenced Policy concerning age discrimination in the performance of this agreement. 10. DISABILITY: In accordance with the provisions of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), Contractor warrants that it and any and all of its subcontractors will not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of disability in the provision of services to the general public, nor in the availability, terms and/or conditions of employment for applicants for employment with, or employees of Contractor or any of its subcontractors. Contractor warrants it will fully comply with ADA's provisions and any other applicable federal, state and local laws concerning disability and will defend, i indemnify and hold City harmless against any claims or allegations asserted by third parties or subcontractors against City arising out of Contractor's and/or its subcontractors' alleged failure to comply with the above referenced laws concerning disability discrimination in the performance of this agreement. 11. MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISES: In accord with City of Fort Worth Ordinance No. 15530, the City of Fort Worth has goals for the participation of minority business enterprises and women business enterprises in City contracts. A copy of the Ordinance can be obtained from the Office of the City Secretary. The bidder shall submit the MBE/WBE UTILIZATION FORM, �a PRIME CONTRACTOR WAIVER FORM and/or the GOOD FAITH EFFORT FORM MW ("Documentation") as appropriate. The Documentation must be received by the managing department no later than 5:00 p.m., five (5) City business days after the bid opening date. The bidder shall obtain a receipt from the appropriate employee of the managing department to whom delivery was made. Such receipt shall be evidence that the documentation was received by the City. Failure to comply shall as render the bid non -responsive. 12. ADDENDA: Bidders wanting further information, interpretation, or clarification of the Contract w Documents must make their request in writing to the Fort Worth Water Department Engineering Services at least 96 hours prior to the Bid Opening. Answers to all such requests will be bound and made part of the Contract Documents, or should the bidder be in doubt to their meaning, the bidder should at once notify the Fort Worth Water Department Engineering Services in order that a written addendum may be sent to all bidders. Any addendum issued will be either mailed, faxed, or be delivered to each prospective bidder. The bid proposal as submitted to the bidder must be so constructed as to include any addenda issued by the Fort Worth Water Department, prior to 24 hours of the opening of bids with appropriate recognition of addenda so noted in the bid proposal. Cooper Cmva l (Vt4rCJ#mil PART B - PROPOSAL This proposal must not be removed from this book of Contract Documents. TO: Charles R. Boswell City Manager Fort Worth, Texas PROPOSAL FOR: The furnishing of all equipment, materials, and labor required to expand the Jenkins Heights Pump Station, and all necessary appurtenances and incidental work to provide a complete and serviceable project designated as: PROJECT NAME JENKIN HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT Water Department Project No. P164-060164016001 Pursuant to the foregoing 'Notice to Bidders', the undersigned Bidder, having thoroughly examined the Contract Documents, including plans, special contract documents, and the General Contract Documents and General Specifications for Water Department Projects, the site of the project and understanding the amount of work to be done, and the prevailing conditions, hereby proposes to do all the work, furnish all labor, equipment and material except as specified to be furnished by the City, which is necessary to fully complete the work as provided in the Plans and Special Contract Documents and subject to the inspection and approval of the Director of the Water Department of the City of Fort Worth, Texas; and binds himself upon acceptance of this Proposal to execute a contract and furnish an approved Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Maintenance Bond, and such other bonds, if any, as may be required by the Contract Documents for the performing and completing of the said work. Contractor proposes to do the work within the time stated and for the following sums: +r Fort Worth Water Dept. B-1 �0 1 Ez L..� L-- L� V-1 no ow JENKIN HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT Item Approx. Unit Description of Item with Unit Unit Price Amount Bid No. I Q I I Price Written in Words . I Bid I (Furnish and install, including all appurtenant work, complete in place, the following items) L.S. Pump station site work and landscaping 4A, VVMAV_6 Dollars and C61ZO Cents 600 'S la'aaa? Per Unit 2. 1 1 L.S. 1 Demolition, salvage, relocation, and I removal of designated equipment T6 -v lovesown Dollars and e6no Cents Per Unit ecv ODD 3. 150 SY Reinforced concrete driveway t004 ry fLke Dollars and Cents Per Unit $ q,5 0 4. 1 L.S Pump station building modifications, including concrete and masonry work and new door and hardware �(Ftx 1-10616I.C-A,&O Dollars $ 50 Wo $ and e&120 Cents Per Unit 5. 56 L.F. Aluminum handrail system Dollars and esdo Cents - ----- Per Unit ---- $ 60 -33G,0 6. 76 i S.F. Demolition of existing sidewalk and installation of handicap ramp Dollars and z�a-v Cents Per Unit 7. i 140 L.F. Trench and Excavation Safety Dollars and eG /2v Cents 0 Per Unit 8. j 2 EA Pump and Motor Assembly Dollars and Cents Per Unit Fort Worth Water Dept. B-2 Proposal 6z I= No w 10. 14 LS Pump #1 motor and impeller on existing base. ft f 'to; gw 7hom 5Awj> Dollars and e_040 Cents Per Unit EA 12" FL x FL gate valves in pump I station building two Dollars and Ir&A0 Cents Per Unit $ 2,ev 0 000 2 EA 12" FL x FL Top Mounted Oil Cushioned Tilting Disc Check Valves _L1 �41� tyvo_CAoiq Dollars and e'412� Cents Per Unit 12. 1 L.S. Pump station mechanical piping and fittings 74y,y.sAivo Dollars and Cents Per Unit $ ZOAVE as Ole 13. 1 L.S. Underground piping and fittings is/,kTV ^P06,,cA-,0 Dollars and Cents Per Unit 14. 4 EA Buried 16" gate valve assemblies 7 1hoasawt) Dollars and Z61210 Cents Per Unit $ AW $ 32 15. 1 EA Fire hydrant assembly -lh4;-c 74 evs- Az, -b Dollars and e6lzo Cents ... . . ..... ... Per Unit $ 16. 1 EA 2" combination air/vacuum valve assembly Gov IZ 700CI!6A.0 n Dollars and eF'A0 Cents Per Unit 000 17. 1 L.S. Meter vault assembly 4(*fyi Dolla and c-AO� Cents Per Unit $ Fort Worth Water Dept. B-3 Proposal A go do on 18 i 1 L.S. Pump station HVAC, including fan and louvers S"X Th©Ug/W.�_ Dollars E and &0 Cents Per Unit $ 0012— r L.S. Pump station electrical and ; instrumentation CLIS G1r1vaWa stx7y �(k�Dollars and ib/21.7 Cents Per Unit $ (6 i $ �,0� 1 (60 on � L.S. Pump Station SCADA control modifications ax'V�;/��adt i � ' l�o Ilar and G�� Cents 1 Per Unit 19 39S 00 19 _ 395 00 __........ TOTAL AMOUNT BID $ `J ia, PART B - PROPOSAL (Cont.) Within ten (10) days after acceptance of this Proposal, the undersigned will execute the formal contract and will deliver an approved Surety Bond and such other bonds as required by the Contract Documents, for the faithful performance of the Contract. The attached bid security in the amount of 5% of the Total Amount Bid is to become the property of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, in the event the contract and bond or bonds are not executed and delivered within the time above set forth, as liquidated damages for the delay and additional Work caused thereby. The undersigned bidder certified that he has been furnished at least one set of the General Contract Documents and General Specifications for Water Department Projects dated January 1, 1978, and that he has read and thoroughly understands all the requirements and conditions of those General Documents and the specific Contract Documents and appurtenant plans. The undersigned assures that its employees and applicants for employment and those of any labor organization, subcontractors, or employment agency in either furnishing or referring employee applicants to the undersigned are not discriminated against as prohibited by the terms of City Ordinance No. 7278 as amended by City Ordinance No. 7400. Fort Worth Water Dept. B-4 Proposal so M� (Complete A or B below, as applicable:) A. The principal place of business of our company is in the State of Nonresident bidders in the State of , our principal place of business, are required to be percent lower than resident bidders by state law. A copy of the statute is attached. Non resident bidders in the State of , our principal VB. place of business, are not required to underbid resident bidders. h ci 1 ce in o u a or our arent com an or The principal place of business f our company p company majority owner is in the State of Texas. The Bidder agrees to begin construction within 10 calendar days after issue of the work order, and to substantially complete the contract within 180 calendar days after beginning construction as set forth in the written work order to be furnished by the Owner. I (we) acknowledge receipt of the following addenda to the plans and specifications, all of the provisions and requirements of which have been taken into consideration on preparation of the foregoing bid: Addendum No. 1 (Initials)jo'� F) Addendum No. 3 (Initials) Addendum No. 2 (Initials) Addendum No. 4 (Initials) Fort Worth water Dept. B-5 Proposal Respectfully submitted, 4t--e LI By: Title -PP-ES1T.>C—NSrt' Address j-2Z-4F> E-- C.'PosesLj RD. emu: tTc At Lpc(LSZC LL-Toth t TX -1 Telephone: �'j 2 •`25 '`7G1 bt= (Seal) f Date: DS Fort Worth Water Dept. B-G Proposal FORTWORTH ADDENDUM NO. 1 JENKINS HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT FORT WORTH WATER DEPARTMENT Water Project No. P164-060164016001 Date Issued: September 8, 2005 Bid Date: Thursday, September 15th,1:30 PM The Special Contract Documents for the "Jenkins Heights Pump Station Rehabilitation Project", for which bids are to be submitted to the City of Fort Worth, Texas, are hereby clarified and modified by this Addendum No. 1. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this Addendum on the Proposal — Part B and on the Bid Envelope. i a.ee.o.a...yw....p.poso:.�'�i. cMRiS��. DEFP, .85470 Ny SPECIFICATIONS 1. Under section 11300 1.03.E "Service of Manufacturer's Representative", delete the requirement that motor manufacturer technician be present during pump start-up. 2. Under section 11300 2.02.A.5, revise to limit stated temperature rise while motor operation at 100% of rated horsepower, instead of stated 115% of rated horsepower. 3. Under section 11300 2.02.A.6, revise to read as follows: "The locked rotor KVAIHP shall not exceed Code Letter G, 6.3 KVA/HP". 4. Under section 11300 2.023 "Bearings". Change requirements to allow for grease lubricated bearings. WATER DEPARTMENT PUNNING AND BusMESs SERVICES THE CrrY of Four Wom * 1000 TrRocKMoxroN STRM * FORT WORTH, Texas 76102 817-392-8240 * Fax 817-392-8195 1. Printed on recycled paper DRAWINGS 1. Refer to Sheet 8. Revise drawing to show relocation of existing suction and discharge pressure transmitters from pump station into proposed meter vault. Plumb suction and discharge pressure taps as shown in revised drawing contained herein. 2. Refer to Sheet 10. Revise drawing note to "relocate existing pressure transmitters to proposed meter vault". 3. Refer to Sheet 12. Revise meter vault details as shown in revised drawing contained herein to include relocation of pressure transmitters and 1" water service connections A from suction and discharge mains. 0 4. Refer to Sheet E1. Change conduit tag 3001 to conduit tag 3002 on the conduit run between the meter vault and the pump station building. See sheet E3 for conduit and cable schedule. Badger flow meter transmitter to be relocated to pump station building, placed adjacent to HSQ panel. Add a conduit, tagged 3001 from the relocated Badger flow transmitter to the HSQ panel. Change conduit tag 3001 just inside the pump station building on conduits stubbed up and inside the northeast corner of the building to tag 3004. 5. Refer to Sheet E2. Revise tag 1000 to tag 1001 on one -line diagram. Label one -line diagram between utility XMFR and utility trans -socket as tag 1000. 6. Refer to Sheet E5. Revise conduit schedule form proposed meter vault to pump station to include tags 2003, 2004, 3000, 3002, and 3004. See sheet E3 for conduit and cable schedule. 7. Refer to Sheet E9, Block Diagram. Change the Badger flow transmitter in the meter vault to be shown outside the meter vault. 8. Refer to Sheet E11. Delete item 10 (Badger flow transmitter) from vault along with associated conduit. Change conduit tag 3001 to be conduit tag 3002. END OF ADDENDUM #1 In ADDENDUM # 1 - JENKINS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT a a o Install 16" x 1" ° tapping saddle, corp., curb stop, and meter box, run 1" copper to NORTH meter station for suction SCALE 1" — 5' pressure indication Relocate existing " pressure transmitters to meter vault from pump station ` I < 41 J Fan Electrical Schedule - Meter Vault to PutnD Station : , . Install 16 x 1 Tags Description PROPOSED METER VAULT tapping saddle, ball 2b(13 Vent Fan, Sump Pump 2004 Lights and Receptacles valve, union, drain, run 3000 Flow Meter Vendor Cable V copper to relocated 3002 Hatch Limit Switch pressure transmitter 3004 Pressure Transmitters a \/ • See Sheet E3 for wire, conduit details o #' NOTE Badger flow transmitter to be placed in pump station building, adjacent to HSQ panel. _rc ;ww 1111 COOPER I 111 GENERAL CONTRACTORS September 19, 2005 City of Fort Worth P.O. Box 870 1000 Throckmorton Street Fort Worth, TX. 76101-0870 Attention: Chris P. Harder, P.E. Reference: Jenkins Height Pump Station MBE Participation Gentlemen: Cooper General Contractors (Cooper) transmits the MWBE Subcontractors/Suppliers Utilization Form for the above referenced project as required by the bidding documents. Please call if any additional information is required. Sincerely, - "iglq Michael G. Daigre Project Estimator/Manager 972-245-7960 1225 E. Crosby - Suite Al - Carrollton, Texas 75006 972-245-7970 Fax .FORT WORTH City of Fort Worth Minority and Women Business Enterprise Specifications SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS APPLICATION OF POLICY If the total dollar value of the contract is $25,000 or more, the M/WBE goal is applicable. If.the total dollar value of the contract is less than $25,000, the M/WBE goal is not applicable. POLICY STATEMENT It is the policy of the City of Fort Worth to ensure the full and equitable participation by Minority and Women Business Enterprises (M/WBE) in the procurement of all goods and services to the City on a contractual basis. All requirements and regulations stated in the City's current Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance apply to this bid. M/WBE PROJECT GOALS The City's MBENVBE goal on this project is 18% of the base bid value of the contract. COMPLIANCE TO BID SPECIFICATIONS On City contracts of $25,000 or more, bidders are required to comply with the intent of the CiVs M/WBE Ordinance by either of the following: 1. Meet or exceed the above stated M/WBE goal, or 2. Good Faith Effort documentation, or; 3. Waiver documentation, or; 4. Joint Venture. SUBMITTAL OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION The applicable documents must be received by the Managing Department, within the following times allocated, in order for the entire bid to be considered responsive to the specifications. 1. Subcontractor Utilization Form, if goal is received by 5:00 p.m., five (5) City business days after the bid met or exceeded: opening date, exclusive of the bid opening date. 2. Good Faith Effort and Subcontractor received by 5:00 p.m., five (5) City business days after the bid Utilization Form, if participation is less than opening date, exclusive of the bid opening date. stated goal: 3. Good Faith Effort and Subcontractor received by 5:00 p.m., five (5) City business days after the bid Utilization Form, if no M/WBE participation: opening date, exclusive of the bid opening date. 4. Prime Contractor Waiver Form, if you will received by 5:00 p.m., five (5) City business days after the bid perform all subcontracting/supplier work: opening date, exclusive of the bid opening date. 5. Joint Venture Form, if utilize a joint venture received by 5:00 p.m., five (5) City business days after the bid to met or exceed goal. opening date, exclusive of the bid opening date. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE CITY'S MIWBE ORDINANCE, WILL RESULT IN THE BID BEING CONSIDERED NON -RESPONSIVE TO SPECIFICATIONS. Any questions, please contact the M/WBE Office at (817) 392-6104. Rev. 5130/03 1 ATTACHMENT IA Page 1 of 4 FORT WORTH City of Fort Worth Subcontractors/Suppliers Utilization Form PRIME COMPANY NAME: ChIeck applicable block to describe prime 000RF9 G610AL "I/C-69( M/W/DBE �� NON-MNV/DBE PROJECT NAME: — Bib 6—ATE Jenkin;Heights Pump Station Rehabilitation Project September 22, 2005 Citys MNVBE Project Goal: Prime's M/WBE Project Utilization: PROJECT NUMBER q P164-060164016001 18%. • !y Identify all subcontractors/suppliers you will use on this project ow failure to complete this: form;. in its entirety with requested documentation, and received by the Managing iepartment on or before 5:00 p.m. five (5) City business days after bid opening, exclusive of bid opening date, will result in the bid being considered non -responsive to bid specifications. The undersigned Offeror agrees to enter into ' a formal agreement with the MNVBE firm(s) listed in this :utilization schedule, conditioned upon -execution of a contract with the City of Fort Worth. The intentional and/or knowing misrepresentation of facts is grounds for consideration of disqualification and will result in the bid. being_ considered non -responsive to bid specifications M/WBEs listed toward meeting the project goal must be located in the nine (9) county marketplace or currently doing business in the marketplace at the time of bid. Marketplace is the geographic area of Tarrant, Parker, Johnson, Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Kaufman and Rockwall counties. Identify each Tier level. Tier is the level of subcontracting below the prime contractor, i.e., a direct :payment from the prime contractor to a subcontractor is considered 1" tier, a payment by a subcontractor to its supplier is considered 2"d tier ALL M/WBEs MUST BE CERTIFIED BEFORE CONTRACT AWARD. Certification means those firms, located or doing business at the time of bid opening within the Marketplace, that have been determined to be bonafide minority or women businesses by the North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (NCTRCA), or the Texas Department of Transportation (TX DOT), highway division. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) is synonymous with Minority/Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE). If hauling services are utilized, the prime will be given credit as long as the M/WBE listed owns and operates at least one fully licensed and operational truck to be. used on the contract. The MNVBE may lease -trucks from another MNVBE firm, including MNVBE owner -operators, and receive full M/WBE credit. The M/WBE may lease trucks from non-M/WBEs, including owner -operators, but will only receive credit for the Fees and commissions earned by the M/WBE as outlined in the lease agreement. Rev. 5130103 FORT�WORTH i ATTACHMENT IA Page 2 of 4 Primes are required to identify ALL subcontractorstsuppliers, regardless of status; i.e., Minority, Women and non-M/WBEs. Please list MIWBE firms first, use additional sheets if necessary. Certification N (check one) ° SUBCONTRACTORISUPPLIER T n Company Name I N T Detail Detail Address e M W C X M Subcontracting Work Supplies Purchased Dollar Amount D Telephone/Fax r 6 B T wR O B E E C T E A CCM-X .%eDI PGA NC, N. . BIDX 2077 1 LPDlcV40�,j V �) 1�o�sTr���� l��w, ►�� pU M P'r P1 Ply ODD,/ frtu dKod �� '16�1 �{ ' Vl� E5 /� 1 (117)gs1-7701 CHio-1761 w4eco etmRlc 1NC- aC-c iCA L ?501 ,TACK�BoRD Vk;, �' (�►1)Za4- 6�d o C��>> 56o- 3%3 LA FR, 4x/4u 4. j IMC. gbal worse RACK IL ��fG STD T� fm 21 gSZ3� 194 Cu�)3�P 72g7 Rev. 5130103 FoRTWoRTH i ATTACHMENT 1A Page 3 of 4 Primes are required to identify ALL subcontractors/suppliers, regardless of status, i.e., Minority, Women and non-MIWBEs. Please list M1WBE firs first, use additional sheets if necessary. Certification I (check one) C SUBCONTRACTORISUPPLIER T r Company Name i N T Detail Detail Address I M W C X 1 Subcontracting Work Supplies Purchased Dollar Amount T D Telephone/Fax r B S R O 1 E E C T f A Rev. 5/30/03 I ATTACHMENT 1A FORT WORTH Page a of a Total Dollar Amount of MNVBE Subcontractors/Suppliers $ jig 1 / 1� Total Dollar Amount of Non-M/WBE Subcontractors/Suppliers $ ICJ + 1 ! 6 / TOTAL DOLLAR AMOUNT OF ALL SUBCONTRACTORS/SUPPLIERS $ 21D .The Contractor will not make additions, deletions,.. or substitutions to this certified list without the prior approval of the Minority and Women Business Enterpriise Office Manager or designee through the submittal of a Requesf for Approval of ChangelAddition. Any unjustified change or deletion shall be a material breach of Contract and may result in debarment in accord with the procedures outlined in the ordinance. The contractor shall; submit a detailed explanation of how the requested change/addition or deletion will affect the committed M/W8E goal. If the detail explanation is not submitted, it will affect the final compliance determination. By affixing a signature to this form, the Offeror further agrees to provide, directly to the City upon request, complete and accurate information regarding actual work performed by all subcontractors, including MNV/DBE(s) arrangements submitted with the bid. The Offeror also agrees to allow an audit and/or examination of any books, records and files held by their company. The bidder agrees to allow the transmission of interviews with owners, principals, officers, employees and applicable subcontractors/suppliers/contractors participating on the contract that will substantiate the actual work performed by the MNV/DBE(s) on this contract, by an authorized officer or employee of the City. Any intentional and/or knowing misrepresentation of facts will be grounds for terminating the contract or debarment from City work for a period of not less than three (3) years and for initiating action under Federal, State or Local laws concerning false statements. Any failure to comply with this ordinance and create a material breach of contract may result in a determination of an irresponsible Offeror and barred from participating in City work for a period of time not less than one (1) year. t oriz ignature Printed Signature -pun D6� §0461 YA 191C ct Nametritle. (if different) VW%Gib U''�'IyC f•t41.� Wr' �Kfl l�iV/YJ 1. 1 ,) 1 7q6o-1,- Company Name Telephone and/or Fax �Z2s% 1 99, f I, cI c A n ; ke 0 cooKrg en con & core Address E-mail Address J CAWLO—olv X, 7sba6 5 �i9/5 City/State/Zip "Date UNCO Rev. 5130/03 PART C GENERAL CONDITIONS SECTION C1-1 DEFINITIONS C1-1.1 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS: Whenever in these Contract Documents, the following terms or pronouns in place are used, the intent and meaning shall be understood and interpreted as follows: C1-1.2 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Contract Documents are all the written and drawn documents, such as specifications, bonds, addenda, plans, etc., which govern the terms and performance of the contract. These are contained in the General Contract Documents and the Special Contract Documents. .. A. GENERAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The General Contract Documents govern all Water Department Projects and include the following items: PART A - NOTICE TO BIDDERS WHITE PART B - PROPOSAL WHITE PART C - GENERAL CONDITIONS YELLOW PART D - SPECIAL CONDITIONS GREEN PART E - SPECIFICATIONS WHITE PART F - BONDS WHITE PART G - CONTRACT WHITE �. B. SPECIAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Special Contract Documents are prepared for each specific project as a supplement to the General Contract Documents and include the following items: PART A - NOTICE TO BIDDERS PART B - PROPOSAL PART C - GENERAL CONDITIONS PART D - SPECIAL CONDITIONS PART E - SPECIFICATIONS PERMITS/EASEMENTS PARTF - BONDS PART G - CONTRACT PART H - PLANS (Usually bond separately) C1-1.3 NOTICE TO BIDDERS: All of the legal publications either actually published in public advertising mediums or furnished direct to interested parties pertaining to the work contemplated under the Contract Documents constitutes the Notice to Bidders. Fort Worth Water Department C- 1 General Conditions o. C1-1.4 PROPOSAL: The completed written and signed offer or tender of a bidder to perform the work which the Owner desires to have done, together with the bid security, constitutes the Proposal, which becomes binding upon the Bidder when it is officially received by the Owner, has been publicly opened and read and not rejected by the Owner. C1-1.5 BIDDER: Any person, persons, firm, or partnership, company, association, corporation, acting directly or through a duly authorized representative, submitting a proposal for performing the work contemplated under the Contract Documents, constitutes a bidder. C1-1.6 GENERAL CONDITIONS: The General Conditions are the usual construction and contract requirements which govern the performance of the work so that it will be carried on in accordance with the customary procedure, the local statutes, and requirements of the City of Fort Worth's charter and promulgated ordinances. C1-1.7 SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Special Conditions are the specific requirements which are necessary for the particular project covered by the Contract Documents and not specifically covered in the General Conditions. When considered with the General Conditions and other elements of the Contract Documents they provide the information which the Contractor and Owner should have in order to gain a thorough knowledge of the project. C1-1.8 SPECIFICATIONS: The Specifications is that section of part of the Contract Documents which sets forth in detail the requirements which must be met by all material9, construction, workmanship, equipment, and services in order to render a completed and useful project. Whenever reference is made to standard specifications, regulations, requirements, statutes, etc., such referred to documents shall become a part of the Contract Documents just as though they were embodied therein. �. C1-1.9 BOND: The bond or bonds are the written guarantee or security furnished by the Contractor for the prompt and faithful performance of the contract and shall include the -- following: A. Performance Bond (See paragraph C3-3.7) B. Payment Bond (See paragraph C3-3.7) C. Maintenance Bond (See paragraph C3-3.7) D. Proposal of Bid Security (See Special Instructions to the Bidders, Part A �^ and C2-2.6) C1-1.10 CONTRACT: The Contract is the formal signed agreement between the Owner and the Contractor covering the mutual understanding of the two contracting parties about the project to be completed under the Contract Documents. C 1-1.11 PLANS: The plans are the drawings or reproductions made by the Owner's representative showing in detail the location, dimension, and position of the various elements of the project, including such profiles, typical cross -sections, layout diagrams, Fort Worth Water Department C- 2 General Conditions working drawings, preliminary drawings and such supplemental drawings as the Owner may issue to clarify other drawings or for the purpose of showing changes in the work hereinafter authorized by the Owner. The plans are usually bound separately from other parts of the Contract Documents, but they are a part of the Contract Documents just as though they were bound therein. C1-1.12 CITY: The City of Fort Worth, Texas, a municipal corporation, authorized and chartered under the Texas State Statutes, acting by and through its governing body or its City Manager, each of which is required by charter to perform specific duties. Responsibility for final enforcement of Contracts involving the City of Fort Worth is by charter vested in the City Manager. Terms City and Owner are synonymous. C1-1.13 CITY COUNCIL: The duly elected and qualified governing body of the City of Fort Worth, Texas. C1-1.14 MAYOR: The officially elected Mayor, or in his absence, the Mayor Pro Tern of the City of Fort Worth, Texas. C1-1.15 CITY MANAGER: The officially appointed and authorized City Manager of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, or his duly authorized representative. C1-1.16 CITY ATTORNEY: The officially appointed City Attorney of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, or his duly authorized representative. C1-1.17 DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS: The duly appointed Director of the City Water Department of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, or his duly authorized representative, assistant, or agents. C1-1.18 DIRECTOR, CITY WATER DEPARTMENT: The duly appointed official of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, referred to in the Charter as the City Engineer, or his authorized representative. C1-1.19 ENGINER: The Director of Public Works, the Director of the Fort Worth —• Water Department, or their duly authorized assistants, agents, engineers, inspectors, or superintendents, acting within the scope of the particular duties entrusted to them. C 1-1.20 CONTRACTOR: The person, persons, partnership, company, firm, association, or corporation, entering into a contract with the Owner for the execution of the work, acting directly or through a duly authorized representative. A sub-contractor.is a person, firm, corporation, or others under contract with the principal contractor, supplying labor and materials, or only labor, for work at the site of the project. C1-1.21 SURETIES: The Corporate bodies which are bound by such bonds are required with and for the Contractor. The sureties engaged are to be fully responsible for the entire and satisfactory fulfillment of the Contract and for any and all requirements as set forth in the Contract Documents and approved changes herein. Fort Worth Water Department C- 3 General Conditions CIE C1-1.22 THE WORK OR THE PROJECT: The completed work contemplated in and "" covered by the Contract Documents, including but not limited to the furnishing of all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to produce a completed and serviceable project. an C1-1.23 WORKING DAY: A working is defined as a calendar day, not including Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays, in which the weather or other conditions not under the control of the Contractor permit the performance of the principal unit of work for a period of not less than seven (7) hours between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with exceptions as permitted in paragraph C7-7.6. C1-1.24 CALENDAR DAYS: A calendar day is any day of the week or month, no days am being excepted. C1-1.25 LEGAL HOLIDAYS: Legal holidays shall be observed as prescribed by the City Council of the City of Fort Worth for observance by City Employees as follows: New Year' Day January 1 M.L. King, Jr. Birthday Third Monday in January Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day July 4 Labor Day First Monday in September Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November Thanksgiving Friday Fourth Friday in November Christmas Day December 25 Such other days in lieu of holidays as the City Council may determine When one of the named holidays or a special holiday is declared by the City Council, +• falls on a Saturday, the holiday shall be observed on the preceding Friday or if it falls on Sunday, it shall be observed on the following Monday, by those employees working on working day operations. Employees working calendar day operations will consider the _calendar_holiday_ as_a holiday. C1-1.26 ABBREVIATIONS: Wherever the abbreviations defined herein appear in Contract Documents, the intent and meaning shall be as follows: AASHTO American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers LAW In Accordance With ASTM American Society of Testing Materials .. AWWA American Water Works Association ASA American Standards Association HI Hydraulic Institute Asph. Asphalt Ave. Avenue Blvd. Boulevard Cl .. Cast Iron Fort Worth Water Department C- 4 General Conditions CL Center Line GI Galvanized Iron Lin. Linear or Lineal MH Manhole Max. Maximum Min. Minimum MGD Million Gallons Per Day .,e CFS Cubic Foot per Second R Radius I.D. Inside Diameter O.D. Outside Diameter F Fahrenheit C Centigrade In. Inch Ft. Foot St. Street CY Cubic Yard Yd. Yard SY Square Yard L.F. Linear Foot .� D.I. Ductile Iron C 1-1.27 CHANGE ORDER: A "Change Order" is a written supplement agreement between the Owner and the Contractor covering some added or deducted item or feature which may be found necessary and which was not specifically included in the scope of the project on which the bids were submitted. Increase in unit quantities stated in the proposal are not the subject matter of a Change Order unless the increase or decrease is more than 25% of the amount of the particular item or items in the original proposal. All "Change Orders" shall be prepared by the City from information as necessary furnished by the Contractor. C1-1.28 PAVED STREETS AND ALLEYS: A paved street or alley shall be defined as a. street. or. alley having one.. of the following .types .of wearing surfaces applied_oyer the natural unimproved surface: A. Any type of asphaltic concrete with or without separate base material B. Any type of asphalt surface treatment, not including oiled, surface C. Brick, with or without separate base material D. Concrete, with or without separate base material E. Any combination of the above C1-1.29 UNPAVED STREETS AND ALLEYS: An unpaved street, alley, roadway, or other surface is any area, except those defined above for "Paved Streets and Alleys". ------------------- C1-1.30 CITY STREETS: A city street is defined as that area between the ril oagtm, lines as the street is dedicated. ITY N CREMY Fort Worth Water Department C- 5 General Conditions LZ C1-1.31 ROADWAY: The roadway is defined as the area between parallel lines two (2') feet back of the curb lines or four (4') feet back of the average edge of pavement where no curb exists. C1-1.32 GRAVEL STREET: A gravel street is any unpaved street to which has been added one or more applications of gravel or similar material other than the natural material found on the street surface before any improvement was made. .. L 0 Oft .. M an Fort Worth Water Department C- 6 General Conditions 0 SECTION C2-2 INTERPRETATION AND PREPARATION OF PROPOSAL C2-2.1 PROPOSAL FORM: The Owner will furnish bidders with proposal form, which will contain an itemized list of the items of work to be done or materials to be furnished and upon which bid prices are requested. The Proposal form will state the Bidder's general understanding of the project to be completed, provide a space for furnishing the amount of bid security, and state the basis for entering into a formal contract. The Owner will fumish forms for the Bidder's "Experience Record", "Equipment Schedule", and "Financial Statement", all of which must be properly executed and filed with the Director of the City Water Department one week prior to the hour for opening of bids. The financial statement required shall have been prepared by an independent certified public accountant or an independent public accountant holding a valid permit issued by an appropriate state licensing agency, and shall have been so prepared as to reflect the current financial status. This statement must be current and not more than one (1) year old. In the case that a bidding date falls within the time a new statement is being prepared, the previous statement shall be updated by proper verification. Liquid assets in the amount of ten (10%) percent of the estimated project cost will be required. For an experience record to be considered to be acceptable for a given project, it must reflect the experience of the firm seeking qualification in work of both the same nature and magnitude as that of the project for which bids are being received, and such experience must have been on projects completed not more than five (5) years prior to the date on which bids are to be received. The Director of the Water Department shall be sole judge as to the acceptability of experience for qualification to bid on any For Worth Water Department project. The prospective bidder shall schedule the equipment he has available for the project and state that he will rent such additional equipment as may be required to complete the project on which he submits a bid. C2-2.2 INTERPRETATION OF OUANTITIES: The quantities of work and materials to be fiunished as may be listed in the proposal forms or other parts of the Contract Documents will be considered as approximate only and will be used for the purpose of comparing bids on a uniform basis. Payment will be made to the Contractor for only the actual quantities of work performed or materials furnished in strict accordance with the Contract Documents and Plans. The quantities of work to be performed and materials to be furnished may be increased or decreased as hereinafter provided, without in any way invalidating the unit prices bid or any other requirements of the Contract Documents. C2-2.3 EXAMINATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SITE OF PROJECT: Bidders are advised that the Contract Documents on file with the Owner shall constitute all of the information which the Owner will furnish. All additional information and data which the Owner supply after promulgation of the formal Contract Documents shall be issued in the form of written addenda and shall become part of the Contract Documents just as though such addenda were actually written into the original Contract Documents. Fort Worth Water Department C- 7 General Conditions Bidders are required, prior to filing of proposal, to read and become familiar with the " Contract Documents, to visit the site of the project and examine carefully all local conditions, to inform themselves by their own independent research and investigations, tests, borings, and by such other means as may be necessary to gain a complete knowledge of the conditions which may be encountered during the construction of the project. They must judge for themselves the difficulties of the work and all attending circumstances affecting the cost of doing work or the time required for its completion, " and obtain all information given by the Owner or any representative of the Owner other than that contained in the Contract Documents and officially promulgated addenda thereto, shall be binding upon the Owner. Bidders shall rely exclusively and solely upon .. their own estimates, investigation, research, tests, explorations, and other data which are necessary for full and complete information upon which the proposal is to be based. It is mutually agreed that the submission of a proposal is prima -facie evidence that the bidder has made the investigations, examinations, and tests herein required. Claims for additional compensation due to variations between the conditions encountered in _ construction and as indicated in the Contract Documents will not be allowed. The logs of Soil Borings, if any, showing on the plans are for general information only and may not be correct. Neither the Owner nor the Engineer guarantee that the data shown is representative of conditions which actually exist. C2-2.4 SUBMITTING OF PROPOSAL: The Bidder shall submit his Proposal on the form furnished by the Owner. All blank spaces applicable to the project contained in the form shall be correctly filled in and the Bidder shall state the prices, written in ink in both words and numerals, for which he proposes to do the work contemplated or furnish the materials required. All such prices shall be written legibly. In case of discrepancy between the price written words and the price written in numerals, the price most advantageous to the City shall govern. If a proposal is submitted by an individual, his or her name must be signed by him (her) .� or his (her) duly authorized agent. If a 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 a member of the firm, association, or partnership, or by a person duly �.. authorized. If a proposal is submitted by a company or corporation, the company or corporate name and business address must be given, and the proposal signed by an official or duly authorized agent. The corporate seal must be affixed. Power of Attorney .. authorizing agents or others to sign the proposal must be properly certified and must be in writing and submitted with the proposal. C2-2.5 REJECTION OF PROPOSALS: Proposals may be rejected if they show any alteration or words or figures, additions not called for, conditional or uncalled for alternate bids, incomplete bids, erasures, or irregularities of any kind, or contain unbalanced value of any items. Proposal tendered or delivered after the official time designated for receipt of proposal shall be returned to the Bidder unopened. .i Fort Worth Water Department C- 8 General Conditions C2-2.6 BID SECURITY: No proposal will be considered unless it is accompanied by a "Proposal Security" of the character and in the amount indicated in the "Notice to Bidders" and the "Proposal". The Bid security is required by the Owner as evidence of good faith on the part of the Bidder, and by way of a guaranty that if awarded the contract, the Bidder will, within the required time, execute a formal contract and furnish the required performance and other bonds. The bid security of the three lowest bidders will be retained until the contract is awarded or other disposition is made thereof. The bid security of all other bidders may be returned promptly after the canvass of bids. C2-2.7 DELIVERY OF PROPOSAL: No proposal will be considered unless it is delivered, accompanied by its proper Bid Security, to the City Manager or his representative in the official place of business as set forth in the "Notice to Bidders". It is the Bidders sole responsibility to deliver the proposal at the proper time to the proper place. The mere fact that a proposal was dispatched will not be considered. The Bidder must have the proposal actually delivered. Each proposal shall be in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the work "PROPOSAL", and the name or description of the project as designated in the "Notice to Bidders". The envelope shall be addressed to the City Manager, City Hall, Fort Worth, Texas. C2-2.8 WITHDRAWING PROPOSALS: Proposals actually filed with the City Manager cannot be withdrawn prior to the time set for opening the proposals. A request for non -consideration of a proposal must be made in writing, addressed to the City Manager, and filed with him prior to the time set for the opening of proposals. After all proposals not requested for non -consideration are opened and publicly read aloud, the .. proposals for which non -consideration requests have been properly filed may, at the option of the Owner, be returned unopened. C2-2.9 TELEGRAPHIC MODIFICATION OF PROPOSALS: Any bidder may modify his proposal by telegraphic communication at any time prior to the time set for opening proposals, provided such telegraphic communication is received by the City Manager prior to the said proposal opening time, and provided further, that the City Manager is satisfied that a written and duly authenticated confirmation of such telegraphic communication over the written signature of the bidder was mailed prior to the proposal opening time. If such confirmation is not received within the forty-eight (48) hours after the proposal opening time, no further consideration will be given to the proposal. C2-2.10 PUBLIC OPENING OF PROPOSAL: Proposals which have been properly filed and for which no "Non -consideration Request' has been received will be publicly opened and read aloud by the City Manager or his duly authorized representative at the time and place indicated in the "Notice to Bidders". All proposals which have been opened and read will remain on file with the Owner until the contract has been awarded. Bidders or their authorized representatives are invited to be present for the opening of .. bids. C2-2.11 IRREGULAR. PROPOSALS: Proposals shall be considered as being "Irregular" if they show any omissions, alterations of form, additions, or conditions not Fort Worth Water DtTartinent C- 9 General Conditions called for, unauthorized alternate bids, or irregularities of any kind. However, the Owner reserves the right to waive any and all irregularities and to make the award of the contract o' to the best interest of the City. Tendering of a proposal after the closing hour is an irregularity which cannot be waived. rr C2-2.12 DISQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS: Bidders may be disqualified and their proposals not considered for any of, but not limited to , the following reason: A. Reasons for believing that collusion exists among bidders B. Reasonable grounds for believing that any bidder is interested in more than one proposal for work contemplated. .. C. The bidder being interested in any litigation against the Owner or where the Owner may have a claim against or be engaged in litigation against the bidder. .. D. The bidder being in arrears on any existing contract or having defaulted on a previous contract. a. E. The bidder having performed a prior contract in an unsatisfactory manner. F. Lack of competency as revealed by the financial statement, experience of record, equipment schedule, and such inquiries as the Owner may see fit to make. G. Uncompleted work which, in the judgment of the Owner, will prevent or hinder the prompt completion of additional work if awarded. H. The bidder not filing with the Owner, one week in advance of the hour of the opening of proposals the following: a� 1. Financial Statement showing the financial condition of the bidder as specified in Part "A" — Special Instructions. 2. A current experience record showing especially the projects of a nature similar to the one under consideration, which have been successfully completed by the Bidder. 3. An equipment schedule showing the equipment the bidder has .. available for use on the project. The Bid Proposal of a bidder who, in the judgment of the Engineer, is disqualified under .• the requirements stated herein, shall be set aside and not opened. .. M .. Fort Worth Water Department C- 10 General Conditions SECTION C3-3 AWARD AND EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS C3-3.1 CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSALS: After the proposals have been opened and read aloud, the proposals will be tabulated on the basis of the quoted prices, the quantities shown in the proposal, and the application of such formulas or other methods of bringing items to a common basis as may be established in the Contract Documents. The total obtained by taking the sum of the products of unit prices quoted and the estimated quantities plus any lump sum items and such other quoted amounts as may enter into the cost of the completed project will be considered as the amount of the bid. Until the award of the contract is made by the Owner, the right will be reserved to reject any or all proposals and waive technicalities, to re -advertise for new proposals, or to proceed with the work in any manner as may be considered for the best interest of the Owner. C3-3.2 MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE/WOMEN OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE COMPLIANCE: Contractor agrees to provide to Owner, upon request, complete and accurate information regarding actual work performed by a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and or a Woman -Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) on the contract and the payment therefore. Contractor further agrees, upon request by the Owner, to allow and audit and/or an examination of any books, records, or files in the possession of Contractor that will substantiate the actual work performed by the MBE or WBE. Any material misrepresentation of any nature will be grounds for termination of the contract and for initiating any action under appropriate federal, state, or local laws and ordinances relating to false statements; further, any such misrepresentation may be grounds for disqualification of Contractor at Owner's discretion for bidding on future Contracts with the Owner for a period of time not less than six (6) months. C3-3.3 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS: The Contractor shall comply with .-� Current City Ordinance prohibiting discrimination in employment practices. The Contractor shall post the required notice to that effect on the project site, and, at his �- request, will be provided assistance by the City of Fort Worth's Equal Employment Officer who will refer any qualified applicant he may have on file in his office to the Contractor. Appropriate notices may be acquired from the Equal Employment Officer. C3-3.4 WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSALS: After a proposal has been read by the Owner it cannot be withdrawn by the Bidder within forty-five (45) days after the date on which the proposals were opened. C3-3.5 AWARD OF CONTRACT: The Owner reserves the right to withhold final action on the proposals for a reasonable time, not to exceed forty-five (45) days after the date of opening proposals, and in no event will an award be made until after investigations have been made at to the responsibility of the proposed awardee. Fort Worth Water Department C- 11 General Conditions The award of the contract, if an award is made, will be to the lowest and best responsible bidder. The award of the contract shall not become effective until the Owner has notified am the Contractor in writing of such award. C3-3.6 RETURN OF PROPOSAL SECURITIES: As soon as proposed price totals have been determined for comparison of bids, the Owner may, at its discretion, return the proposal security which accompanied the proposals which, in its judgment, would not be considered for the award. All other proposal securities, usually those of the three lowest bidders, will be retained by the Owner until the required contract has been executed and bond furnished by the Owner has otherwise disposed of the bids, after which they will be returned by the City Secretary. C3-3.7 BONDS: With the execution and delivery of the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall furnish to, and file with the Owner in the amounts herein required, the following bonds: A. Performance Bond: A good and sufficient performance bond in.an .. amount not less than 100 percent of the amount of the contract, as evidenced by the proposal tabulation or otherwise, guaranteeing the full and faithful execution of the work and performance of the contract, and for the protection of the Owner and all other persons against the damage by reason of negligence of the Contractor, or improper execution of the work or the use of inferior materials. This performance bond shall guarantee the payment for all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, and services used in the construction of the work, and shall remain in full force and effect until the provisions as above stipulated are accomplished and final payment is made on the project by the city. B. Maintenance Bond: A good and sufficient maintenance bond, in the ,n amount of not less than 100 percent of the amount of the contract, as evidenced by the proposal tabulation or otherwise, guaranteeing the prompt, full and faithful performance of the general guaranty which is set forth in paragraph C8-8.10. P. C. Payment Bond: A good and sufficient payment bond, in an amount not less than 100 percent of the amount of the contract, as evidenced by the proposal .. tabulation or otherwise, guaranteeing the prompt, frill and faithful payment of all claimants as defined in Article 5160, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, 1925, as amended by House Bill 344 Acts 56`h Legislature, Regular Session, 1959, .. effective April 27, 1959, and/or the latest version thereof, supplying labor and materials in the prosecution of the work provided for in the contact being constructed under these specifications. Payment bond shall remain in full force .. until all payments as above stipulated are made. D. Other Bonds: Such other bonds as may be required by these Contract Documents shall be furnished by the Contractor. F" Fort Worth Water Department C- 12 General Conditions No sureties will be accepted by the Owner which are at the time in default or delinquent on any bonds or which are interested in any litigation against the owner. All bonds shall be made on the forms furnished by the Owner and shall be executed by an approved surety company doing business in the City of Fort Worth, Texas, and which is acceptable ` to the Owner. In order to be acceptable, the name of the surety shall be included on the current U.S. Treasury list of acceptable sureties, and the amount of bond written by any one acceptable company shall not exceed the amount shown on the Treasury list for that company. Each bond shall be properly executed by both the Contractor and the Surety Company. Should any surety on the contract be determined unsatisfactory at any time by the Owner, notice will be given the Contractor to that effect and the Contractor shall immediately provide a new surety satisfactory to the Owner. No payment will be made under the contract until the new surety or sureties, as required, have qualified and have been accepted by the Owner. The contract shall not be operative nor will any payments be due or paid until approval of bonds by the Owner. C3-3.8 EXECUTION OF CONTRACT: Within ten (10) days after the Owner has by appropriate resolution, or otherwise, awarded the contract, the Contractor shall execute and file with the Owner the Contract and other such bonds as may be required in the Contract Documents. No contract shall be binding upon the Owner .until it has been attested by the City Secretary, approved as to form and legality by the City Attorney, and executed for the Owner by either the Mayor or City Manager. C3-3.9 FAILURE TO EXECUTE CONTRACT: The failure of the Awardee to execute �. the required bond or bonds or to sign the required contract within ten (10) days after the contract is awarded shall be considered by the Owner as an abandonment of his proposal, and the Owner may annul the award. By reason of the uncertainty of the market prices of material and labor, and it being impracticable and difficult to accurately determine the amount of damages occurring to the Owner by reason of said Awardee's failure to execute said bonds and contract within ten (10) days, the proposal security accompanying -* the proposal shall be the agreed amount of damages which the Owner will suffer by reason of such failure on the part of the Awardee and shall thereupon immediately be forfeited to the Owner. The filing of a proposal will be considered as an acceptance of this provision by the Bidder. C3-3.10 BEGINNING WORK: The Contractor shall not commence work until authorized in writing to do so by the Owner. Should the Contractor fail to commence work at the site of the project within the time stipulated in the written authorization usually termed the "Work Order" or "Proceed Order", it is agreed that the Surety Company will, within ten (10) days after the commencement date set forth in such MW written authorization, commence the physical execution of the contract. MA Fort Worth Water Department C- 13 General Conditions ON .. C3-3.11 INSURANCE: The Contractor shall not commence work under this contract O' until he has obtained all the insurance required under the Contract Documents, and such insurance has been approved by the Owner. The prime contractor shall be responsible for delivering to the Owner the sub -contractor's certificate of insurance for approval. The prime contractor shall indicate on the certificate of insurance included in the documents for execution whether or not his insurance covers sub -contractors. It is the intention of the Owner that the insurance coverage required herein shall include the coverage of all sub -contractors. A. Compensation Insurance: The Contractor shall maintain, during the life of this contract, Workers Compensation Insurance on all of his employees to be engaged in work on the project under this contract, and for all sub- contractors. In case any class of employees engaged in hazardous work on the project under this contract is not protected under the Workers Compensation Statute, the Contractor shall provide adequate employer's general liability insurance for the protection of such of his employees not so protected. B. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance: The Contractor shall procure and shall maintain during the life of this contract Contractor's Comprehensive General Liability Insurance (Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance) in the amount not less than $500,000 covering each occurrence on account of bodily injury, including death, and in an amount not less than $500,000 covering each occurrence on account of property damage with $2,000,000 umbrella policy coverage. C. Additional Liabilitv: The Contractor shall furnish insurance as separate policies or by additional endorsement to one of the above -mentioned policies, and in the amount as set forth for public liability and property damage, the following insurance: r. 1. Contingent Liability (covers General Contractor's Liability for acts of sub -contractors.) M 2. Blasting, prior to any blasting being done. M 3. Collapse of building or structures adjacent to excavation (if excavations are to be performed adjacent to same). M 4. Damage to underground utilities for $500,000. 5. Builders risk (where above -ground structures are involved) 6. Contractual Liability (covers all indemnification requirements of Contract). an on Fort Worth Water Department C- 14 General Conditions Am D. Automobile Insurance — Bodily Iniury and Property Damage: The Contractor shall procure and maintain, during the life of the Contract, Comprehensive Automobile Liability insurance in an amount not less than $250,000 for injuries including accidental death to any one person and subject to the same limit for each person an amount not less than $500,000 on account on one accident, and automobile property damage insurance in an amount not less than $100,000. E. Scone of Insurance and Special Hazard: The insurance required under the .� above paragraphs shall provide adequate protection for the Contractor and his sub -contractors, respectively, against damage claims which may arise from operations under this contract, whether such operations be by the insured or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by him, and also against any of the following special hazards which may be encountered in the performance of the Contract. F. Proof of Carriage of Insurance: The Contractor shall furnish the Owner with satisfactory proof of coverage by insurance required in these Contract Documents in amounts and by carriers satisfactory to the Owner. All insurance requirements made upon the Contractor shall apply to the sub- contractor, should the Prime Contractor's insurance not cover the sub- contractor's work operations. ,. G. Local Agent for Insurance Bonding: The insurance and bonding companies with whom the Contractor's insurance and performance, payment, maintenance and all such other bonds as written shall be represented by an agent or agents having an office located within the city limits of the City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas. Each such agent shall be a duly qualified one upon whom service of process may be had, and must have the authority and power to act on behalf of the insurance and /or bonding company to negotiate and settle with the City of Fort Worth, or any other claimant, any claims that the City of Fort Worth or •. other claimant, or any property owner who has been damaged, may have against the Contractor, insurance, and/or bonding company. If the local insurance representative is not so empowered by the insurance or bonding companies, then such authority must be vested in a local agent or claims officer residing in the Metroplex, the Fort Worth -Dallas area. The name of the agent or agents shall be set forth on all of such bonds and certificates of insurance. C3-3.12 CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATIONS: Under the Contract, the Contractor shall am pay for all materials, labor, and ser\dces when due. C3-3.13 WEEKLY PAYROLL: A certified copy of each payroll covering payment of wages to all persons engaged in work on the project at the site of the project shall be Fort Worth Water Department C- 15 General Conditions Or rI furnished to the Owner's representative within seven (7) days after the close of each payroll period. A copy or copies of the applicable minimum wage rates as set forth in the MO. Contract Documents shall be kept posed in a conspicuous place at the site of the project at all times during the course of the Contract. Copies of the wage rates will be furnished the Contractor, by the Owner; however, posting and protection of the wage rates shall be "" the responsibility of the Contractor. C3-3.14 CONTRACTOR'S CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION: Any Contractor, whether a person, persons, partnership, company, firm, association, corporation, or other who is approved to do business with and enters into a contract with the City for construction of water and/or sanitary sewer facilities, will have or shall establish a fully .. operational business office within the Fort Worth —Dallas metropolitan area. The Contractor shall charge, delegate, or assign this office (or he may delegate his Project Superintendent) with full authority to transact all business actions required in the performance of the Contract. This local authority shall be made responsible to act for the Contractor in all matters pertaining to the work governed by the Contract whether it be administrative or .otherwise, and as such shall be empowered, thus delegated and directed, to settle all material, labor, or other expenditures, all claims against the work or any other matter associated with such as maintaining adequate and appropriate insurance or .� security coverage for the project. Such local authority for administration of the work under the Contract shall be maintained until all business transactions executed as part of the Contract are complete. Should the Contractor's principal base of operations be other than in the Fort Worth - Dallas metropolitan area, notification of the Contractor's assignment of local authority shall be made in writing to the Engineer in advance of any work on the project, all appropriately signed and sealed, as applicable, by the Contractor's responsible officers with the understanding that this written assignment of authority to a local representative shall become part of the project Contract as though bound directly into the project documents. The intent of these requirements is that all matters associated with the Contractor's administration, whether it be oriented in furthering the work, or other, be .. governed directly by local authority. This same requirement is imposed on insurance surety coverage. Should the Contractor's local representative fail to perform to the satisfaction of the Engineer, the Engineer, at his sole discretion, may demand that such '• local representative be replaced and the Engineer may, at his discretion, stop all work until a new local authority satisfactory to the Engineer, is assigned. No credit of working time sill be for periods in which work stoppages are in effect for this reason. .. C3-3.15 VENUE: Venue of any action hereinunder shall be exclusively in Tarrant County, Texas. M .. on .. Fort Worth Water Department C- 16 General Conditions 0 SECTION C4-4 SCOPE OF WORK aft C4-4.1 INTENT OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: It is the definite intention of these Contract Documents to provide for a complete, useful project which the Contractor undertakes to construct or furnish, all in full compliance with the requirements and intent of the Contract Documents. It is definitely understood that the Contractor shall do all work as provided in the Contract Documents, shall do all extra or special work as may be considered by the Owner as necessary to complete the project in a satisfactory and acceptable manner. The Contractor shall, unless otherwise specifically stated in these Contract Documents, furnish all labor, tools, materials, machinery, equipment, special services, and incidentals necessary to the prosecution and completion of the project. C4-4.2 SPECIAL PROVISIONS: Should any work or conditions which are not thoroughly and satisfactorily stipulated or covered by the General or Special Conditions of these Contract Documents be anticipated, or should there be any additional proposed work which is not covered by these Contract Documents, the "Special Provisions" covering all such work will be prepared by the Owner previous to the time of receiving bids or proposals for such work and furnished to the Bidder in the form of Addenda. All such "Special Provisions" shall be considered to be a part of the Contract Documents just as though they were originally written therein. �., C4-4.3 INCREASED OR DECREASED QUANTITIES: The Owner reserves the right to alter the quantities of the work to be performed or to extend or shorten the improvements at any time when as found to be necessary, and the Contractor shall ®, perform the work as altered, increased or decreased at the unit prices. Such increased or decreased quantity shall not be more than 25 percent of the contemplated quantity of such item or items. When such changes increase or decrease the original quantity of any item or items or work to be done or materials to be furnished by the 25 percent or more, then either party to the contract shall upon written request to the other part be entitled to a revised consideration upon that portion of the work above or below the 25 percent of the -� original quantity stated in the proposal; such revised consideration to be determined by special agreement or as hereinafter provided for "Extra Work". No allowance will be made for any changes in anticipated profits nor shall such changes be considered as waiving or invalidating any conditions or provisions of the Contract Documents. Variations in quantities of sanitary sewer pipes in depth categories, shall be interpreted herein as applying to the overall quantities of sanitary sewer pipe in each pipe size, but not to the various depth categories. C4-4.4 ALTERATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: By Change Order, the Owner reserves the right to make such changes in the Contract Documents and in the character or quantities of the work as may be necessary or desirable t insure completion in the most satisfactory manner, provided such changes do not materially alter the original Contract Documents or change the general nature of the project as a whole. Such changes shall not be considered as waiving or invalidating any condition or provision of the Contract Documents. Fort Worth Water Department C- 17 General Conditions ON am C4-4.5 EXTRA WORK: Additional work made necessary by changes and alterations of the Contract Documents or of quantities or for other reasons for which no prices are provided in the Contract Documents, shall be defined as "Extra Work" and shall be performed by the Contractor in accordance with these Contract Documents or approved additions thereto; provided however, that before any extra work is begun a "Change Order" shall be executed or written order issued by the Owner to do the work for payments or credits as shall be determined by one or more combination of the following methods: A. Unit bid price previously approved on B. An agreed lump sum M C. The actual reasonable cost of (1) labor, (2) rental of equipment used on the extra work for the time so used at Associated General Contractors of America current equipment rental rates; (3) materials entering permanently into the project, and (4) actual cost of insurance, bonds, and social security as determined by the Owner, plus a fixed fee to be agreed upon but not to exceed 10% of the actual cost of such extra work. The fixed fee is not to include any additional profit to the Contractor for rental of equipment owned by him and used for the extra work. The fee shall be full and complete compensation, to cover the cost of superintendence, overhead, other profit, general and all other expense not included in (1), (2), (3), and (4) above. The Contractor shall keep accurate cost records on the form and in the method suggested by the Owner and shall give the Owner access to all accounts, bills, vouchers, and records relating to "Extra Work". No "Change Order" shall become effective until it has been approved and signed by each of the contracting parties. am No claim for Extra Work of any kind will be allowed unless ordered in writing by the Owner. In case any orders or instructions, either oral or written, appear to the Contractor as to involve "Extra Work" for which he should receive compensation, he shall make written request to the Engineer for written orders authorizing such "Extra Work", prior to beginning such work. +r Should a difference arise as to what does or does not constitute Extra Work, or as to the payment thereof, and the Engineer insists upon its performance, the Contractor shall .. proceed with the work after making written request for written orders and shall keep an accurate account of the actual and reasonable cost thereof as provided under method (Item Q. Claims for "Extra Work" will not be paid unless the Contractor shall file his claim with the Owner within five (5) before the time for making the first estimate after such work is done and unless the claim is supported by satisfactory vouchers and certified payrolls covering all labor and materials expended upon said Extra Work. " on Fort Worth Water Department C- 18 General Conditions f " The Contractor shall furnish the Owner such installation records of all deviations from the original Contract Documents as may be necessary to enable the Owner to prepare for permanent record a corrected set of plans showing the actual installation. The compensation agreed upon for "Extra Work" whether or not initiated by a "Change Order" shall be a full, complete and final payment for all costs Contractor incurs as a result or relating to the change or extra work, whether said costs are known, unknown, foreseen or unforeseen at that time, including without limitation, any costs for delay, extended overhead, ripple or impact cost, or any other effect on changed or unchanged work as a result of the change or extra work. C4-4.6 SCHEDULE OF OPERATIONS: Before commencing any work under this Contract, the Contractor shall submit to the Owner and receive the Owner's approval thereof, a "Schedule of Operations" showing by a straight line method the date of commencing and finishing each of the major elements of the Contract. There shall be also shown the estimated monthly cost of work for which estimates are to be expected. There shall be presented also a composite graph showing the anticipated progress of construction within the time being plotted horizontally and the percentage of completion plotted vertically. The progress charts shall be prepared on 8 `/2" x 11" sheets and at least five black or blue prints shall b e furnished to the Owner. C4-4.7 PROGRESS SCHEDULES FOR WATER AND SEWER PLANT FACILITES: Within ten (10) days prior to submission of first monthly progress payment, the Contractor shall prepare and submit to the Owner for approval six copies of the schedule in which the Contractor proposes to carry on the work, the date of which he will start the several major activities (including procurement of materials, plans, and equipment) and the contemplated dates for completing the same. The schedule shall be in the form of a time schedule Critical Path Method (CPM) network diagram. As the work progresses, the Contractor shall enter on the diagram the actual progress at the end of each partial payment period or at such intervals as directed by the Engineer. The Contractor shall also revise the schedule to reflect any adjustments in the contract time approved. by the Engineer. Three copies of the updated schedule shall be delivered at such intervals as directed by the Owner. As a minimum, the construction schedule shall incorporate all work elements and .. activities indicated in the proposal and in the technical specifications. Prior to the final drafting of the detailed construction schedule, the Contractor shall review the draft schedule with the Engineer to ensure the Contractor's understanding of the contract requirements. The following guidelines shall be adhered to in preparing the construction schedule: Fort Worth Water Department C- 19 General Conditions rt A. Milestone dates and final project completion dates shall be developed to conform to time constraints, sequencing requirements, and completion time. B. The construction process shall be divided into activities with time durations of approximately fourteen (14) days and construction values not to exceed $50,000. Fabrication, delivery and submittal activities are exceptions to this guideline. C. Durations shall be in calendar days and normal holidays and weather conditions over the duration of the Contract shall not be accounted for within the duration of each activity. D. One critical path shall be shown on the construction schedule. E. Float time is defined as the amount of time between the earliest start date and the latest start date of a chain of activities of the CPM construction schedule. Float time is not for the exclusive use or benefit of either the Contractor or the Owner. F. Thirty days shall be used for submittal review unless otherwise specified. The construction schedule shall as a minimum be divided into general categories as indicated in the Proposal and Technical Specifications and each general category shall be broken down into activities in enough detail to achieve activities of approximately fourteen (14) days duration. For each general category, the construction schedule shall be identify all trades or subcontracts whose work is represented by activities that follow the guidelines of this section. For each of the trades or subcontracts, the construction schedule shall indicate the following procurements, construction and pre -acceptance activities and events in their logical sequence for equipment and materials. 1. Preparation and transmittal of submittals 2. Submittal review periods 3. Shop fabrication and delivery 4. Erection or installation 5. Transmittal of manufacturer's operation and maintenance manuals 6. Installed equipment and materials testing 7. Owner's operation instruction (if applicable) 8. Operational testing 9. Final inspection OR oft r. r---3 M M s LZI am rs M r M .. Fort Worth Water Department C- 20 General Conditions .. .. If, in the opinion of the Owner, work accomplished falls behind that scheduled, the "' Contractor shall take such action as necessary to improve his progress. In addition, the Owner may require the Contractor to submit a revised schedule demonstrating his program and proposed plan to make up lag in schedule progress and to insure completion of the work within the contract time. If the Owner finds the proposed plan not acceptable, he may require the Contractor to increase the work force, the construction plant and equipment, the number of work shifts or the overtime operations without .. additional cost to the Owner. .. M r7 LZ Failure of the Contractor to comply with these requirements shall be considered grounds for determination by the Owner that the Contractor is failing to prosecute the work with such diligence as will insure its completion within the time specified. Fort Worth Water Department C- 21 General Conditions SECTION C5-5 CONTROL OF WORK AND MATERIALS .. r• C5-5.1 AUTHORITY OF ENGINEER: The work shall be performed to the satisfaction of the Engineer and in strict compliance with the Contract Documents. He shall decide all questions which arise as to the quality and acceptability of materials furnished, work performed, rate of progress of the work, overall sequence of construction, interpretation of the Contract Documents, acceptable fulfillment of the contract, compensation, mutual rights between the Contractor and Owner under the Contract Documents, supervision of the work, resumption of operations, and all other questions or disputes which may arise. Engineer will not be responsible for Contractor's means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures of construction, or the safety precaution and programs incident thereto, and he will not be responsible for Contractor's failure to perform the work in accordance with the Contract Documents. ar He shall determine the amount and quality of the work completed and materials furnished, and his decisions and estimates shall be final. His estimates in such event shall PM be a condition of the right of the Contractor to receive money due him under the Contract. The Owner shall have executive authority to enforce and make effective such necessary decisions and orders as the Contractor fails to carry out promptly. om In the event of any dispute between the Engineer and Contractor over the decision of the Engineer on any such matters, the Engineer must, within a reasonable time, upon written request of the Contractor, render and deliver to both the Owner and Contractor, a written decision on the matter in controversy. C5-5.2 CONFORMITY WITH PLANS: The finished project in all cases shall conform with the lines, grades, cross -sections, finish, and dimensions shown on the plans or any other requirements otherwise described in the Contract Documents. Any deviation from the approved Contract Documents required by the Engineer during construction will in all cases be determined by the Engineer and authorized by the Owner by Change Order. r. C5-5.3 COORDINATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Contract Documents are made up of several sections, which, taken together, are intended to describe and provide for a complete and useful project, and any requirements appearing in one of the a•� sections is as binding as though it occurred in all sections. In case of discrepancies, figured dimensions shall govern over scaled dimensions, plans shall govern over specifications, special conditions shall govern over general conditions, and standard r• specifications, and quantities shown on the plans shall govern over those shown in the proposal. The Contractor shall not take advantage of any apparent error or omission in the Contract Documents, and the Owner shall be permitted to make such corrections or Oft interpretations as may be deemed necessary for the fulfillment of the intent of the Contract Documents. In the event that the Contractor discovers an apparent error or discrepancy, he shall immediately call this condition to the attention of the Engineer. In ON the event of a conflict in the drawings, specifications, or other portions of the Contract Documents which were not reported prior to the award of Contract, the Contractor shall be deemed to have quoted the most expensive resolution of the conflict. " ra Fort Worth Water Department C- 22 General Conditions aft C5-5.4 COOPERATION OF CONTRACTOR: The Contractor will be furnished with three sets of the Contract Documents and shall have available on the site of the project at all times one set of such Contract Documents. The Contractor shall give to the work the constant attention necessary to facilitate the progress thereof and shall cooperate with the Engineer, his inspector, and other Contractors in every way possible. The Contractor shall at all times have competent personnel available to the project site for proper performance of the work. The Contractor shall provide and maintain at all times at the site of the project a competent, English —speaking superintendent and an assistant _ who are fully authorized to act as the Contractor's agent on the work. Such superintendent and his assistant shall be capable of reading and understanding the Contract Documents and shall receive and fulfill instructions from the Owner, the _ Engineer, or his authorized representatives. Pursuant to this responsibility of the Contractor, the Contractor shall designate in writing to the project superintendent, to act as the Contractor's agent on the work. Such assistant project superintendent shall be a resident of Tarrant County, Texas and shall be a subject to call, as is the project superintendent, at any time of the day or night on any day of the week on which the Engineer determines that circumstances require the presence on the project site of a representative of the Contractor to adequately provide for the safety or convenience of the traveling public or the owners of property across which the project extends or the safety of property contiguous to the project routing. The Contractor shall provide all facilities to enable the Engineer and his inspector to examine and inspect the workmanship and materials entering into the work. C5-5.5 EMERGENCY AND/OR RECTIFICATION WORK: When, in the opinion of the Owner or Engineer, a condition of emergency exists related to any part of the work, the Contractor, or the Contractor through his designated representative, shall respond with dispatch to a verbal request made by the Owner or Engineer to alleviate the emergency condition. Such a response shall occur day or night, whether the project is scheduled on a calendar day or on a working day basis. Should the Contractor fail to respond to a request from the Engineer to rectify any .. discrepancies, omissions, or corrections necessary to conform with the requirements of the project specifications or plans, the Engineer shall give the Contractor written notice that such work or changes are to be performed. The written notice shall direct attention to the discrepant condition and request the Contractor to take remedial action to correct the condition. In the event the Contractor does not take positive steps to fulfill this written request, or does not show just cause for not taking the proper action, within 24 hours, the City may take such remedial action with City forces or by contract. The City shall then deduct an amount equal to the entire costs for such remedial action, plus 25%, from any funds due the Contractor on the project. Fort Worth Water Department C- 23 General Conditions MM an C5-5.6 FIELD OFFICE: The Contractor shall provide, at no extra compensation, an adequate field office for use of the Engineer, if specifically called for. The field office shall be not less than 10 by 14 feet in floor area, substantially constructed, well heated, air conditioned, lighed and weather-proof, so that documents will not be damaged by the elements. C5-5.7 CONSTRUCTION STAKES: The City, through its Engineer, will furnish the Am Contractor will all lines, grades, and measurements necessary to the proper prosecution and control of the work contracted for under these Contract Documents, and lines grade, and measurements will be established by means of stakes or other customary method of marking as may be found consistent with good practice. These stakes or markings shall be set sufficiently in advance of construction operations to avoid delay. Such stakes or markings as may be established for the Contractor's use or guidance shall be preserved by the Contractor until he is authorized by the Engineer to remove them. Whenever, in the opinion of the Engineer, any stakes or markings have been carelessly or willfully destroyed, disturbed, or removed by the Contractor or any of his employees, the full cost of replacing such stakes or marks plus 25% will be charged against the Contractor, and the full amount will be deducted from payment due the .. Contractor. C5-5.8 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES OF CITY INSPECTOR: City inspectors will be. authorized to inspect all work done and to be done and all materials furnished. Such inspection may extend to all or any part of the work, and the preparation or manufacturing of the materials to be used or equipment to be installed. A City Inspector may be stationed on the work to report to the Engineer as to the progress of the work and the manner in which it is being performed, to report any evidence that the materials being furnished or the work being performed by the Contractor fails to fulfill the requirements of the Contract Documents, and to call the attention of the Contractor to any such failure or other infringements. Such inspection or lack of inspection will not relieve the Contractor from any obligation to perform the work in accordance with the requirements �. of the Contract Documents. In case of any dispute arising between the Contractor and the City Inspector as to the material or equipment furnished or the manner of performing the work, the City Inspector will have authority to reject materials or equipment and to s suspend work until the question at issue can be referred to and be decided by the Engineer. The City Inspector will not, however, be authorized to revoke, alter, enlarge, or release any requirement of these Contract Documents, nor to approve or accept any +� portion or section of the work, not to issue any instructions contrary to the requirements of the Contract Documents. He will in no case act as superintendent or foreman or perform any other duties for the Contractor, or interfere with the management or .R operation of the work. He will not accept from the Contractor any compensation in any form for performing any duties. The Contractor shall regard and obey the directions and instructions of the City Inspector or Engineer when the same are consistent with the obligations of the Contract Documents, provided, however, should the Contractor object to any orders or instructions of the City Inspector, the Contractor may within six days make written appeal to the Engineer for his decision on the matter in controversy. ■. Fort Worth Water Department C- 24 General Conditions 71 C5-5.9 INSPECTOR: The Contractor shall furnish the Engineer with every reasonable facility for ascertaining whether or not the work as performed is in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents. If the Engineer so requests, the Contractor shall, at any time before acceptance of the work, remove or uncover such portion of the finished work as may be directed. After examination, the Contractor shall restore said W portions of the work to the standard required by the Contract Documents. Should the work exposed or examined prove acceptable, the uncovering or removing and replacing of the covering or making good of the parts removed shall be paid for as extra work, but should the work so exposed or examined prove to be unacceptable, the uncovering or removing and the replacing of all adjacent, defective, or damaged parts shall be at the Contractor's expense. No work shall be done or materials used without suitable supervision or inspection. ,m C5-5.10 REMOVAL OF DEFECTIVE AND UNAUTHORIZED WORK: All work, materials, or equipment which has been rejected shall be remedied or removed and replaced in an acceptable manner by the Contractor at his own expense. Work done ,r beyond the lines and grades given or as shown on the plans, except as herein specifically provided, or any Extra Work done without written authority, will be considered as unauthorized and done at the expense of the Contractor and will not be paid for by the �. Owner. Work so done may be ordered removed at the Contractor's expense. Upon failure on the part of the Contractor to comply with any order of the Engineer made under the provisions of this paragraph, the Engineer will have the authority to cause the defective work to be remedied or removed and replaced and unauthorized work to be removed, and the cost thereof may be deducted from any money due or to become due to the Contractor. Failure to require the removal of any defective work or unauthorized work shall not constitute acceptance of such works. C5-5.11 SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS OR EOUIPMENT: If the Specifications, law, �. ordinance, codes or regulations permit the Contractor to furnish or use a substitute that is equal to any material or equipment specified, and if the Contractor wishes to furnish or use a proposed substitute, he shall, prior to the preconstruction conference, make written application to Engineer for approval of such substitute certifying in writing that the proposed substitute will perform adequately the functions called for by the general design, be similar and of the equal substance to that specified and be suited to the same use and capable of performing the same function as that specified; and identifying all variations of the proposed substitute from that specified and indicating available maintenance service. No substitute shall be ordered or installed without the written approval of the Engineer who will be the judge of the equality and may require the Contractor to furnish such other data about the proposed substitute as he considers pertinent. No substitute shall be ordered or installed without such performance guarantee and bonds as Owner may require which shall be furnished at Contractor's expense. Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless Owner and Engineer and anyone directly or indirectly employed by either of them from and against the claims, damages, losses Fort Worth Water Department C- 25 General Conditions M and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising out of the use of substituted materials or equipment. 0` C5-5.12 SAMPLES AND TESTS OF MATERIALS: Where, in the opinion of the Engineer, or as called for in the Contract Documents, tests of materials or equipment are necessary, such tests will be made at the expense of and paid for direct to the testing agency by the Owner unless otherwise specifically provided. The failure of the Owner to make any tests of materials shall in no way relieve the Contractor of his responsibility of furnishing materials and equipment fully conforming to the requirements of the Contract Documents. Tests and sampling of the materials, unless otherwise specified, will be made in accordance with the latest methods prescribed by the American Society for .r Testing Materials or specific requirements of the Owner. The Contractor shall provide such facilities as the Engineer may require for collecting and forwarding samples and shall not, without specific written permission of the Engineer, use the materials represented by the samples until the tests have been made and the materials approved for use. The Contractor will furnish adequate samples without charge to the Owner. r In case of concrete, the aggregates, design minimum, and the mixing and transporting equipment shall be approved by the Engineer before any concrete is placed, and the Contractor shall be responsible for replacing any concrete which does not meet the requirements of the Contract Documents. Tests shall be made at least 9 days prior to the placing of concrete, using samples from the aggregate, cement, and mortar which are to be used later in the concrete. Should the source of supply change, new tests shall be made prior to the use of the new materials. C5-5.13 STORAGE OF MATERIALS: All materials which are to be used in the construction operation shall be stored so as to insure the preservation of the quality and fitness of the work. When directed by the Engineer, they shall be placed on wooden platforms or other hard, clean, durable surfaces and not on the ground, and shall be placed under cover when directed. Stored materials shall be placed and located so as to facilitate prompt inspection. �. C5-5.14 EXISTING STRUCTURES AND UTILITIES: The location and dimensions shown on the Plans relative to existing utilities are based on the best information as available. Omission from, or the inclusion of utility locations on the Plans is not to be considered as the nonexistence of, or a definite location of, existing underground utilities. The location of many gas mains, water mains, conduits, sewer lines, and service lines for all utilities, etc, is unknown to the Owner, and the Owner assumes no responsibility for failure to show any or all such structures and utilities on the plans or to show them in their exact location. It is mutually agreed that such failure will not be considered sufficient basis for claims for additional compensation, for Extra Work, or for increasing the pay quantities in any manner whatsoever, unless an obstruction encountered is such as to necessitate changes in the lines and grades of considerable magnitude or requires the building of special works, provision for which is not made in the Contract Documents, in which case the provision in these Contract Documents for Extra Work shall apply. .n Fort Worth Water Department C- 26 General Conditions Ea M It shall be the Contractors responsibility to verify the locations of adjacent and/or oft conflicting utilities sufficiently in advance of construction in order that he may negotiate such local adjustments as necessary in the construction process to provide adequate clearances. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions in order to protect all "` existing utilities, structures, and service lines. Verification of existing utilities, structures, and service lines shall include notification of all existing utility companies at least forty- eight (48) hours in advance of construction including exploratory excavation if necessary. All verification of existing utilities and their adjustment shall be considered as subsidiary work. C5-5.15 INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE: A. Normal Prosecution: In the normal prosecution of work where the interruption of service is necessary, the Contractor, at least 24 hours in advance, shall be required to: 1. Notify the Water Department as to location, time, and schedule of service interruption. 2. Notify each customer personally through responsible personnel as to time and schedule of interruption of their service, or 3. In the event that personal notification of a customer cannot be made, a prepared tag form shall be attached to the customer's entrance door knob. The tag shall be durable in composition, an in large bold type shall say: NOTICE Due to Utility Improvement in Your neighborhood, your (water) (sewer) service will be interrupted on between the hours of and This inconvenience will be as short As possible. r Thank You, .. Contractor Address Phone Fort Worth Water Department C- 27 General Conditions rrc on B. Emergency: In the event that an unforeseen service interruption occurs, notice shall be as above, but immediate. " C5-5.16 MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITY OF CONTRACTORS: If, through acts or neglect on the part of the Contractor, any other Contractor or any sub -contractor shall suffer loss or damage on the work, the Contractor agrees to settle with such other Contractor or sub -contractor by agreement or arbitration. If such other Contractor or sub- contractor shall assert any claim against the Owner on account of any damage alleged to have been sustained, the Owner will notify the Contractor, who shall indemnify and save harmless the Owner against such claim. .. C5-5.17 CLEAN-UP: Clean-up of surplus and/or waste materials accumulated on the job site during the prosecution of the work under these Contract Documents shall be accomplished in keeping with a daily routine established to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Twenty-four (24) hours after written notice is given to the Contractor that the clean-up on the job site is proceeding in a manner unsatisfactory to the Engineer, if the Contractor fails to correct the unsatisfactory procedure, the City may take such direct action as the Engineer deems appropriate to correct the clean-up deficiencies cited to the Contractor in the written notice, and the costs of such direct action, plus 25% of such costs, shall be deducted from monies due or to become due to the Contractor. Upon the completion of the project as a whole as covered by these Contract Documents, wo and before final acceptance and final payment will be made, the Contractor shall clean and remove from the site of the project all surplus or discarded materials, temporary structures, and debris of every kind. He shall leave the site of all work in a neat and aw orderly condition equal to that which originally existed. Surplus and waste materials removed from the site of the work shall be disposed of at locations satisfactory to the Engineer. The Contractor shall thoroughly clean all equipment and materials installed by •M him and shall deliver over such materials and equipment in a bright, clean, polished, and new appearing condition. No extra compensation will be made to the contactor for any clean-up required on the project. $a C5-5.18 FINAL ACCEPTANCE: Whenever the work provided for in and contemplated under the Contract Documents has been satisfactorily completed and final cleanup so performed, the Engineer will notify the proper officials of the Owner and request that the Final inspection be made. Such inspection will be made within ten (10) days after such notification. After such final inspection, if the work and materials and equipment are a* found satisfactory, the Contractor will be notified in writing of the acceptance of the same after the proper resolution has been passed by the City Council. No time charge will be made against the Contractor between said date of notification of the Engineer and ow the date of final inspection of the work. as ON Fort Worth Water Department C= 28 General Conditions SECTION C6-6 LEGAL RELATIONS AND PUBLIC RESPONSIBILITY C6-6.1 LAWS TO BE OBSERVED: The Contractor shall at all times observe and comply with all Federal and State Laws and City ordinances and regulations which in any ® way affect the conduct of the work or his operations, and shall observe and comply with all orders, laws, ordinances, and regulations which exist or which may be enacted later by bodies having jurisdiction or authority for such enactment. No plea of misunderstanding or ignorance thereof will be considered. The Contractor and his sureties shall indemnify and save harmless the City and all of its officers, agents, and employees against any and all claims or liability arising from or based on the violation of any such law, ordinance, regulation, or order, whether it be by himself or his employees. C6-6.2 PERMITS AND LICENSES: The Contractor shall procure all permits and .. licenses, pay all charges, costs and fees, and give all notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work. i C6-6.3 PATENTED DEVICES, MATERIALS, AND PROCESSES: If the Contractor is required or desires to use any design, device, material, or process covered by letter, patent, or copyright, he shall provide for such use by suitable legal agreement with the patentee or owner of such patent, letter, or copyrighted design. It is mutually agreed and understood that without exception the contract prices shall include all royalties or cost arising from the patents, trade -marks, and copyrights in any way involved in the work. The Contractor and his sureties shall indemnify and save harmless the Owner from any and all claims for infringement by reason of the use of any such patented design, device, material, or process, or any trade -mark or copyright in connection with the work agreed to be performed under these Contract Documents, and shall indemnify the Owner for any cost, expense, or damage which it may be obliged to pay for reason of such infringement at any time during the prosecution of the work, provided, however, that the Owner will assume the responsibility to defend any and all suits brought for infringement of any patent claimed to be infringed upon by the design, type of construction or material or .. equipment specified in the Contract Documents furnished the Contractor by the Owner, and to hold the Contractor harmless on account of such suits. C6-6.4 SANITARY PROVISIONS: The Contractor shall establish and enforce among his employees such regulations in regard to the cleanliness and disposal of garbage and waste as will tend to prevent the inception and spread of infectious or contagious diseases and to effectively prevent the creation or a nuisance about the work on any property either public or private, and such regulations as are required by Law shall be put into immediate force and effect by the Contractor. The necessary sanitary conveniences for + use of laborers on the work, properly secluded from public observation, shall be constructed and maintained by the Contractor and their use shall be strictly enforced by the Contractor. All such facilities shall be kept free from objectionable odors so as not to cause a nuisance. All sanitary laws and regulations of the State of Texas and the City shall be strictly complied with. ""AA"UND OFFICIAL CIS 621TAR' Fort Worth Water Department C- 29 General Conditions C6-6.5 PUBLIC SAFETY AND CONVENIENCE: Materials or equipment stored about the work shall be so placed and used, and the work shall at all times be son conducted, as to cause no greater obstruction or inconvenience to the public than is considered to be absolutely necessary by the Engineer. The Contractor is required to maintain at all times all phases of his work in such a manner as not to impair the safety or convenience of the public, including, but not limited to, safe and convenient ingress and egress to properly contiguous to the work area. The Contractor shall make adequate provisions to render reasonable ingress and egress for normal vehicular traffic, except during actual trenching or pipe installation operation, at all driveway crossings. Such provisions may include bridging, placement of crushed stone or gravel, or such other means of providing proper ingress and egress for the property served b the drivewa as the Engineer may approve �' g P P Y Y Y g Y PP as appropriate. Such other means may include the diversion of driveway traffic, with specific approval by the Engineer. If diversion of traffic is approved by the Engineer at Aw any location, the Contractor shall make arrangements satisfactory to the Engineer for the diversion of traffic, and shall, at his own expense, provide all materials and perform all work necessary for the construction and maintenance of roadways and bridges for such diversion of traffic. Sidewalks must not be obstructed except by special permission of the Engineer. The materials excavated and the construction materials such as pipe used in the construction of the work, shall be placed so as not to endanger the work or prevent free access to all fire hydrants, fire alarm boxes, police call boxes, water valves, gas valves, or manholes in the vicinity. The Owner reserves the right to remedy any neglect on the part of the Contractor as regards to public convenience and safety which may come to the attention, after twenty-four (24) hours notice in writing to the Contractor, save in cases of emergency when it shall have the right to remedy any neglect without notice, and in either case, the cost of such work done or materials furnished by the Owner, or by the City, shall be deducted from the monies due or to become due to the Contractor. At The Contractor, after approval of the Engineer, shall notify the Fire Department Headquarters, Traffic Engineer, and Police Department, when a street or alley is OR requested to be closed or obstructed or any fire hydrant is to be made inaccessible, and, . ......... when so directed by the Engineer, shall keep any street, streets, or highways in condition for unobstructed use by fire apparatus. The Contractor shall promptly notify the Fire as Department Headquarters when all such obstructed streets, alleys, or hydrants are again placed back into service. a.r Where the Contractor is required to construct temporary bridges, or make other arrangements for crossing over ditches or streams, his responsibility for accidents in connection with such crossings shall include the roadway approaches as well as the structures or such crossings. The Contractor shall at all times conduct his operation and the use of construction - ery so as not to damage or destroy trees and shrubs located in close proximity to b'ron a site of the work. Whenever any such damage may be done, the Contractor shall 'immediately satisfy all claims of the property owners, and no payment will be made by Am Fort Worth Water Department C- 30 General Conditions r the Owner in settlement of the claims. The Contractor shall file with the Engineer a " written statement showing all such claims adjusted. C6-6.6 PRIVELEGES OF CONTRACTOR IN STREETS, ALLEYS, AND RIGHT OF WAY: For performance o f the contract, the Contractor shall be permitted to use and occupy such portions of the public streets and alleys, or other public places or other right- of-ways as provided for in the ordinances of the City, as shown in the Contract Documents, or as may be specifically authorized in writing by the Engineer. A reasonable amount of tools, materials, and equipment for construction purposes may be stored in such space, but no more than is necessary to avoid delay in the construction operations. Excavated and waste materials shall be piled or stacked in such a way as not to interfere with the use of spaces that may be designated to be left free and unobstructed and so as not to inconvenience occupants of adjacent property. If the street is occupied by railway tracks, the work shall be carried on in such manner as not to interfere with the operation of trains, loading or unloading of cars, etc. Other contractors of the Owner may, for all purposes required by the contract, enter upon the work and premises used by the Contractor, and shall be provided all reasonable facilities and assistance for the completion of adjoining work. Any additional grounds desired by the Contractor for his use shall be provided by him at his own cost and expense. C6-6.7 RAILWAY CROSSINGS: When the work encroaches upon any right-of-way of any railway, the City shall secure the necessary easement for the work. Where the railway tracks are to be crossed, the Contractor shall observe all the regulations and instructions of the railway company as to the method of performing the work and take all precautions for safety of property and the public. Negotiations with the railway companies for permits shall be done by and through the City. The Contractor shall give the City notice not less than five (5) days prior to the time of his intentions to begin the work on that portion of the project which is related to the railway properties. The Contractor will not be given extra or additional compensation for such railway crossings unless specifically set forth in the Contract Documents. C6-6.8 BARRICADES, WARNINGS, AND WATCHMEN: Where the work is carried on in or adjacent to any street, alley, or public place, the Contractor shall at his own expense furnish, erect, and maintain such barricades, fences, lights and danger signals, shall provide such watchmen, and shall take all such other precautionary measures for the protection of persons or property and of the work as are necessary. Barricades and fences • shall be painted in a color that will be visible at night. From sunset to sunrise the Contractor shall furnish and maintain at least one easily visible burning light at each barricade. A sufficient number of barricades shall be erected and maintained to keep pedestrians away from, and vehicles from being driven on or into, any work under construction or being maintained. The Contractor shall furnish watchmen and keep them at their respective assignments in sufficient numbers to protect the work and prevent accident or damage. All installations and procedures shall be consistent with the provisions set forth in the 1980 Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways", Fort Worth Water Department C- 31 General Conditions rr 04 issued under the authority of the "State of Texas Uniform Act Regulating Traffic on Highways", codified as Article 6701d Veron's Civil Statutes, pertinent sections being Nos. 27, 29, 30, and 31. The Contractor will not remove any regulatory sign, instructional sign, street name sign, or other sign which has been erected by the City. If it is determined that a sign must be removed to permit required construction, the Contractor shall contact the Transportation and Public Works Department, Signs and Markings Division, to remove the sign. In the case of regulatory signs, the Contractor must replace the permanent sign with a temporary sign meeting the requirements of the above referenced manual and such temporary sign must be installed prior to the removal of the permanent sign. It the temporary sign is not .. installed correctly or if it does not meet the required specifications, the permanent sign shall be left in place until the temporary sign requirements are met. When construction as work is completed to the extent that the permanent sign can be re -installed, the Contractor shall again contact the Signs and Markings Division to re -install the permanent sign and shall leave his temporary sign in place until such re -installation is completed. The Contractor will be held responsible for all damage to the work or the public due to failure of barricades, signs, fences, lights, or watchmen to protect them. Whenever evidence is found of such damage to the work the Engineer may order the damaged portion immediately removed and replaced by the Contractor at the Contractor's own i expense. The Contractor's responsibility for the maintenance of barricades, signs, fences, and lights, and for providing watchmen shall not cease until the project shall have been completed and accepted by the Owner.„ No compensation, except as specifically provided in these Contract Documents, will be paid to the Contractor for the work and materials involved in the constructing, providing, .� and maintaining of barricades, signs, fences, and lights or for salaries of watchmen, for the subsequent removal and disposal of such barricades, signs, or for any other incidentals necessary for the proper protection, safety, and convenience of the public on during the contract period, as this work is considered to be subsidiary to the several items for which unit or lump sum prices are requested in the Proposal. C6-6.9 USE OF EXPLOSIVES, DROP WEIGHT. ETC.: Should the Contractor elect to use explosives, drop weight, etc., in the prosecution of the work, the utmost care shall be exercised at all times so as not to endanger life or property. The Contractor shall notify the proper representative of any public service corporation, any company, individual, or utility, and the Owner, not less than twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the use of any activity which might damage or endanger their or his property along or adjacent to the work. Where the use of explosives is to be permitted on the project, as specified in the Special Construction Documents, or the use of explosives is requested, the Contractor shall submit notice to the Engineer in writing twenty-four (24) hours prior to commencing and am Fort Worth Water Department C- 32 General Conditions mip shall furnish evidence that he has insurance coverage to protect against any damages "` and/or injuries arising out of such use of explosives. All claims arising out of the use of explosives shall be investigated and a written report made by the Contractor's insurers to the Engineer within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice of the claim to the Contractor from either the City or the claimant. The City shall proceed to give notice to the Contractor of any such claim. The use of explosives may be suspended by the Engineer if any complaint is received and such use shall not be resumed until the cause of the complaint has been addressed. Whenever explosives are stored, or kept, they shall be stored in a safe and secure manner and all storage places shall be plainly marked "DANGEROUS EXPLOSIVES" and shall be under the care of a competent watchmen at all times. All vehicles in which explosives are being transported shall be plainly marked as mentioned above and shall, insofar as possible, not use heavy traffic routes. .. C6-6.10 WORK WITHIN EASEMENTS: Where the work passes over, through, or into private property, the Owner will provide such right-of-way easement privileges as the City may deem necessary for the prosecution of the work. Any additional rights -of -way or work area considered necessary by the Contractor shall be provided by him at his own expense. Such additional rights -of -way or work are shall be acquired for the benefit of the City. The City shall be notified in writing as to the rights so acquired before work begins in the affected area. The Contractor shall not enter upon private property for any purpose without having previously obtained permission from the owner of such property. The Contractor will not be allowed to store equipment or material on private property unless and until the specified approval of the property owner has been secured in writing by the Contractor and a copy furnished to the Engineer. Unless specifically provided otherwise, the Contractor shall clear all rights -of -way or easements of obstructions which must be removed to make possible proper prosecution of the work as a part of the project construction operations. The Contractor shall be responsible for the preservation of and -� shall use every precaution to prevent damage to all trees, shrubbery, plants, lawns, fences, culverts, curbing, and all other types of structures or improvements, to all water, sewer, and gas lines, and to all conduits, overhead pole lines, or appurtenances thereof, including the construction of temporary fences, and to all other public or private property along or adjacent to the work. The Contractor shall notify the proper representatives of owners or occupants of public or private lands or interest in lands which might be affected by the work. Such notice shall be made at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the beginning of the work. Notices shall be applicable to both public and private utility companies or any corporation, company, individual, or other, either as owners or occupants, whose land or interest in land might be affected by the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage or injury to property of any character resulting from any act, omission, neglect, or misconduct in the manner or method or execution of the work, or at any time due to defective work, material, or equipment. i Fort Worth Water Department C- 33 General Conditions on r When and where any direct or indirect injury is don to public or private property on account of any act, omission, neglect, or misconduct of the execution of the work, or in consequence of the non -execution thereof on the part of the Contractor, he shall restore or have restored at his own cost and expense such property to a condition at least equal to that existing before such damage or injury was done, by repairing, rebuilding, or otherwise replacing and restoring as may be directed by the Owner, or he shall make good such damages or injury in a manner acceptable to the owner of the property and the Engineer. All fences encountered and removed during construction of this project shall be restored to the original condition or a better than original condition upon completion of this project. When wire fencing, either wire mesh or barbed wire is to be crossed, the Contractor shall set cross braced posts on either side of permanent easement before the OR fence is cut. Should additional fence cuts be necessary, the Contractor shall provide cross braced posts provided at the pernianent easement limits, before the fence is cut. Temporary fencing shall be erected in place of fencing removed whenever the work is not in progress and when the site is vacated overnight, and/or at all times to prevent livestock from entering the construction area. The cost for fence removal, temporary closures, and ., replacement shall be subsidiary to the various items bid in the project proposal. Therefore, no separate payment shall be allowed for any service associated with this work. In case of failure on the part of the Contractor to restore such property to make good such damage or injury, the Owner may, upon forty-eight (48) hours written notice under. ordinary circumstances, and without notice when a nuisance or hazardous condition results, proceed to repair, rebuild, or otherwise restore such property as may be determined by the Owner to be necessary, and the cost thereby will be deducted from any tv monies due or to become due to the Contractor under this Contract. C6-6.11 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: It is understood and agreed by the parties ss hereto that the Contractor shall perform all work and services hereunder as an independent contractor, and not as an officer, agent, servant or employee of the Owner. Contractor shall have exclusive control of and the exclusive right to control the details of all the work and services performed hereunder, and all persons performing same, and shall be solely responsible for the acts and omissions of its officers, agents, servants, employees, contractors, subcontractors, licensees, and invitees. The doctrine of respondeat superior shall not apply as between the Owner and Contractor, its officers, agents, employees, contractors and subcontractors, and nothing herein shall be construed as creating a partnership or joint enterprise between the Owner and Contractor. C6-6.12 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE CLAIMS: Contractor covenants and agrees to and does hereby indemnify, hold harmless and defend, at its own at expense, Owner, its officers, agents, servants and employees, from and against any and all claims or suits for property loss or damage and/or personal injury, including death, to any and all persons, of whatever kind or character, whether real or asserted, arising out of "` ,ir Fort Worth Water Department C- 34 General Conditions r.a t or in connection with, directly or indirectly, the work and services to be performed hereunder by Contractor, its officers, agents, employees, subcontractors, licensees or invitees, WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY THE ALLEGED NEGLIGENCE OF ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, SUBCONTRACTORS, LISCENSEES, AND INVITEES OF THE CITY; and said Contractor does hereby covenant and agree to assume all liability and responsibility of City, its officers, agents, servants and employees for any and all claims or suits for property loss or damage and/or personal injury, including death, to any and all persons, of whatsoever kind of character, whether real or asserted, arising out of or in connection with, directly or indirectly, the work and services to be performed hereunder by Contractor, its officers, agents, employees, subcontractors, licensees and invitees, WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, BY THE ALLEGED NEGLIGENCE OF THE OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, SUBCONTRACTORS, LICENSEES AND INVITEES OF THE CITY. Contractor likewise covenants and agrees to, and does hereby indemnify and hold harmless the City from and against any and all injuries, damage, loss or destruction to property of the City during the performance of any of the terms and conditions of the Contract, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH OR RESULTING FROM, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, ANY AND ALL ALLEGED ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF THE OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, SUBCONTRACTORS, LICENSEES OR INVITEES OF THE OWNER. In the event a written claim for damages against the contractor or subcontractors remains ,. unsettled at the time all work on the project has been completed to the satisfaction of the Director of the Water Department, as evidenced by a final inspection, final payment to the Contractor shall not be recommended to the Director of the Water Department for a period of thirty (30) days after the date of such final inspection, unless the Contractor shall submit written evidence satisfactory to the Director that the claim has been settled and a release has been obtained from the claimant involved. If the claims concerned remains unsettled as of the expiration of the above 30-day period, the Contractor may be deemed to be entitled to a semi-final payment for work completed, such semi-final payment to be in the amount equal to the dollar amount then due less the dollar value of any written claims pending against the Contractor arising out of performance of such work, and such semi-final payment may be recommended by the • Director. The Director shall not recommend final payment to a Contractor against whom such a claim for damages is outstanding for a period of six months following the date of the acceptance of the work performed unless the Contractor submits evidence in writing satisfactory to the Director that: A. The claim has been settled and a release has been obtained from the claimant involved, or Fort Worth Water Department C- 35 General Conditions rr ON B. Good faith efforts have been made to settle such outstanding claims, and such good faith efforts have failed. '� If condition (A) above is met at any time within the six month period, the Director shall recommend that the final payment to the Contractor be made. If condition (B) above is met at any time within the six month period, the Director may recommend that final payment to the Contractor be made. At the expiration of the six month period, the �a Director may recommend that final payment be made if all other work has been performed and all other obligations to the Contractor have been met to the satisfaction of the Director. The Director may, if he deems it appropriate, refuse to accept bids on other Water Department Contract work from a Contractor against whom a claim for damages is outstanding as a result of work performed under a City Contract. C6-6.13 CONTRACTOR'S CLAIM FOR DAMAGES: Should the Contractor claim do compensation for any alleged damage by reason of the acts or omissions of the Owner, he shall within three days after the actual sustaining of such alleged damage, make a written statement to the Engineer, setting out in detail the month succeeding that in which any such damage is claimed to have been sustained, the Contractor shall file with the Engineer an itemized statement of the details and amount of such alleged damage and, upon request, shall give the Engineer access to all books of account, receipts, vouchers, low bills of lading, and other books or papers containing any evidence as to the amount of such alleged damage. Unless such statements shall be filed as hereinabove required, the Contractor's claim for compensation shall be waived, and he shall not be entitled to payment on account of such damages. C6-6.14 ADJUSTMENT OR RELOCATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES: In case it is necessary to change, move, or alter in any manner the property of a public utility or others, the said property shall not be moved or interfered with until orders thereupon have been issued by the Engineer. The right is reserved to the owners of public utilities to .� enter the geographical limits of the Contract for the purpose of making such changes or repairs to their property that may be necessary by the performance of this contract. C6-6.15 TEMPORARY SEWER AND DRAIN CONNECTIONS: When existing sewer lines have to be taken up or removed, the Contractor shall, at his own expense and cost, provide and maintain temporary outlets and connections for all private or public drains and sewers. The Contractor shall also take care of all sewage and drainage which will be received from these drains and sewers, and for this purpose he shall provide and maintain, at his own cost and expense, adequate pumping facilities and temporary outlets or diversions. The Contractor, at his own cost and expense, shall construct such troughs, pipes, or other at structures necessary, and be prepared at all times to dispose of drainage and sewage received from these temporary connections until such times as the permanent connections are built and are in service. The existing sewers and connections shall be kept in service �" OM Fort Worth Water Department C- 36 General Conditions 0 ar and maintained under the Contract, except when specified or ordered to be abandoned by the Engineer. All water, sewage, and other waste shall be disposed of in a satisfactory manner so that no nuisance is created and so that the work under construction will be adequately protected. C6-6.16 ARRANGEMENT AND CHARGES FOR WATER FURNISHED BY THE CITY: When the Contractor desires to use City water in connection with any construction work, he shall make complete and satisfactory arrangements with the Fort Worth City Water Department for so doing. City water furnished to the Contractor shall be delivered to the Contractor from a connection on an existing City main. All piping required beyond the point of delivery shall be installed by the Contractor at his own expense. The Contractor's responsibility in the use of all existing fire hydrants and/or valves is detailed in Section E2-1.2 USE OF FIRE HYDRANTS AND VALVES in these General Contract Documents. When meters are used to measure the water, the charges, if any, for water will be at the regularly established rates. When meters are not used, the charges, if any, will be as prescribed by the City Ordinance, or where no ordinance applies, payment shall be made on estimates and rates established by the Director of the Fort Worth Water Department. C6-6.17 USE OF A SECTION OR PORTION OF THE WORK: Whenever, in the opinion of the Engineer, any section or portion of the work or any structure is in suitable condition, it may be put into use upon the written order of the Engineer, and such usage shall not be held to be in any way an acceptance of said work or structure or any part .., thereof or as a waiver or any of the provisions or these Contract Documents. All necessary repairs and removals of any section of the work so put into use, due to defective materials or workmanship, equipment, or to deficient operations on the part of .. the Contractor, shall be performed by the Contractor at his own expense. C6-6.18 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE WORK: Until written MW acceptance by the Owner as provided for in these Contract Documents, the work shall be under the charge and care of the Contractor, and he shall take every necessary precaution to prevent injury or damage to the work or any part thereof by action of the elements or • from any cause whatsoever, whether arising from the execution or non -execution of the work. The Contractor shall rebuild, repair, restore, and make good at his own expense all injuries or damages to any portion of the work occasioned by any of the hereinabove no causes. C6-6.19 NO WAIVER OF LEGAL RIGHTS: Inspection by the Engineer or any order ® by the Owner by payment of money or any payment for or acceptance of any work, or any extension of time, or any possession taken by the City shall not operate as a any provision of the Contract Documents. Any waiver of any breach or Contract e Fly I' t. REC""@ not be held to be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. 1 R7 (E 1A I y IT.:`I)Riym, TEX, Fort Worth Water Department C- 37 General Conditions ar The Owner reserves the right to correct any error that may be discovered in any estimate that may have been paid and to adjust the same to meet the requirements of the Contract Documents. r-� R C6-6.20 PERSONAL LIABILITY OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS: In carrying out the provisions of these Contract Documents or in exercising any power or authority granted thereunder, there shall be no liability upon the authorized representatives of the Owner, oft either personally or otherwise as they are agents and representatives of the City. C6-6.21 STATE SALES TAX: On a contract awarded by the City of Fort Worth, an organization which qualifies for exemption pursuant the provisions of Article 20.04 (H) of the Texas Limited Sales, excise, and Use Tax Act, the Contractor may purchase, rent or lease all materials, supplies and equipment used or consumed in the performance of this contract by issuing to his supplier an exemption certificate in lieu of the tax, said exemption certificate to comply with the State Comptroller's Ruling .007. Any such R exemption certificate issued by the Contractor in lieu of the tax shall be subject to and shall comply with the provisions of State Comptroller's Ruling .011, and any other applicable State Comptroller rulings pertaining to the Texas Limited Sales, Excise, and Use Tax Act. On a contract awarded by a developer for the construction of a publicly -owned,,. improvement in a street right of way or other easement which has been dedicated to the public and the City of Fort Worth, an organization which qualifies for exemption pursuant to the provisions of Article 20.04 (H) of the Texas Limited Sales, Excise, and Use Tax Act, the Contractor can probably be exempted in the same manner stated above. Limited Sale, Excise, and Use Tax permits and information can be obtained from: 1e Comptroller of Public Accounts Sale Tax Division Austin, Texas E-1 E3 1W Mft Fort Worth Water Department C- 38 General Conditions .. SECTION C7-7 PROSECUTION AND PROGRESS r C7-7.1 SUBLETTING: The Contractor shall perform with his own organization, and with assistance of workman under his immediate superintendence, work of a value of not less than fifty (50) percent of the value embraced in the contract. If the Contractor sublets any part of the work to be done under these Contract Documents, he will not under any circumstances be relieved of the responsibility and obligation assumed under these Contract Documents. All transactions of the Engineer will be with the Contractor. Subcontractors will be considered only in the capacity of employees and workmen of the Contractor and shall be subject to the same requirements as to character and competency. The Owner will not recognize any subcontractor on the work. The Contractor shall at all times, when the work is in operation, be represented either in person or by a superintendent or other designated representatives. C7-7.2 ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACT: The Contractor shall not assign, transfer, sublet, convey, or otherwise dispose of the contract or his rights, title, or interest in or to the same or any part thereof without the previous consent of the Owner expressed by resolution of the City Council and concurred in the Sureties. If the Contractor does, without such previous consent, assign, transfer, sublet, convey, or otherwise dispose of the contract or his right, title, or interest therein or any part thereof, .. to any person or persons, partnership, company, firm, or corporation, or does by bankruptcy, voluntary or involuntary, or by assignment under the insolvency laws of any state, attempt to dispose of the contract may, at the option of the Owner be revoked and annulled, unless the Sureties shall successfully complete said contract, and in the event of any such revocation or annulment, any monies due or to become due under or by virtue of said contract shall be retained by the Owner as liquidated damages for the reason that it would be impracticable and extremely difficult to fix the damages. C7-7.3 PROSECUTION OF THE WORK: Prior to beginning any construction .� operation, the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer in five or more copies, if requested by the Engineer, a progress schedule preferably in chart or diagram form, or a brief outlining in detail and step by step manner of prosecuting the work and ordering «� materials and equipment which he expects to follow in order to complete the project in the scheduled time. There shall also be submitted a table of estimated amounts to be earned by the Contractor during each monthly pay estimate period. The Contractor shall commence the work to be performed under this contract within the time limit stated in these Contract Documents and shall conduct the work in a continuous manner and with sufficient equipment, materials, and labor as is necessary to insure its completion within the time limit. The sequence requested of all construction operations shall be at all times as specified in the Special Contract Documents. Any deviation from such sequencing shall be submitted to the Engineer for his approval. Contractor shall not proceed with any deviation until he has received written approval from the Engineer. Such specification or approval by the Fort Worth Water Department C- 39 General Conditions 0 1r Engineer shall not relieve the Contractor from the full responsibility of the complete performance of the Contract. A* The contract time may be changed only as set forth in Section C7-7.8 "Extension of Time of Completion" of this Agreement, and a progress schedule shall not constitute a change tr in the contract time. C7-7.4 LIMITATIONS OF OPERATIONS: The working operations shall at all times be conducted by the Contractor so as to create a minimum amount of inconvenience to the public. At any time when, in the judgment of the Engineer, the Contractor has obstructed or closed or is carrying on operations in a portion of a street or public right of way greater than is necessary for the proper execution of the work, the Engineer may require the Contractor to finish the section on which operations are in progress before the work is commenced on the additional section or street." C7-7.5 CHARACTER OF WORKMEN AND EQUIPMENT: Local labor shall be used by the Contractor if available. The Contractor may bring in from outside the City of Fort Worth his key man and his superintendent. All other workmen, including equipment operators, may be imported only after the local supply is exhausted. The Contractor shall employ only such superintendents, foremen, and workmen who are careful, competent, and fully qualified to perform the duties or tasks assigned to them, and the Engineer may demand and secure the summary dismissal of any person or persons employed by the Contractor in or about or on the work who, in the opinion of the Owner, shall misconduct himself or be found to be incompetent, disrespectful, intemperate, dishonest, or otherwise objectionable or neglectful in the proper performance of his or their duties, or who neglects or refuses to comply with or carry out the directions of the Owner, and such person or persons shall not be employed again thereon without written consent of the Engineer. All workmen shall have sufficient skill, ability, and experience to properly perform the work assigned to them and operate any equipment necessary to properly carry out the performance of the assigned duties. The Contractor shall furnish and maintain on the work all such equipment as is �. considered to be necessary for prosecution of the work in an acceptable manner and at a satisfactory rate of progress. All equipment, tools, and machinery used for handling materials and executing any part of the work shall be subject to the approval of the a► Engineer and shall be maintained in a satisfactory, safe and efficient working condition. Equipment on any portion of the work shall be such that no injury to the work, workmen or adjacent property will result from its use. 4* C7-7.6 WORK SCHEDULE: Elapsed working days shall be computed starting with the first day of work completed as defined in C1-1.23 "WORKING DAY" or the date stipulated in the "WORK ORDER" for beginning work, whichever comes first. Fort Worth Water Department C- 40 General Conditions an Nothing in these Contract Documents shall be construed as prohibiting the Contractor from working on Saturday, Sunday, or Legal Holidays, providing that the following requirements are met: A. A request to work on a specific Saturday, Sunday, or Legal Holiday must be made to the Engineer no later than the preceding Thursday. B. Any work to be done on the project on such a specific Saturday, Sunday, or Legal Holiday must be, in the opinion of the Engineer, essential to the timely completion of the project. The Engineer's decision shall be final in response to such a request for approval to work Ab on a specific Saturday, Sunday, or Legal Holiday, and no extra compensation will be allowed to the Contractor for any work performed on such specific Saturday, Sunday, or Legal Holiday. Calendar Days shall be defined in C1-1.24 and the Contractor may work as he so desires. C7-7.7 TIME OF COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION: The Contractor shall commence the working operations within the time specified in the Contract Documents and set forth in the Work Order. Failure to do so shall be considered by the Owner as abandonment of the Contract by the Contractor and the Owner may proceed as he sees fit. The Contractor shall maintain a rate of progress such as will insure that the whole work will be performed and the premises cleaned up in accordance with the Contract Documents and within the time established in such documents and such extension of time as may be property authorized by the Owner. C7-7.8 EXTENSION OF TIME COMPLETION: The Contractor's request for an extension of time of completion shall be considered only when the request for such .n extension is submitted in writing to the Engineer within seven days from and after the time alleged cause of delay shall have occurred. Should an extension of time of completion be requested such request will be forwarded to the City Council for approval. M. In adjusting the contract time or completion of the work, consideration will be given to unforeseeable causes beyond the control of an without the fault of negligence of the Contractor, including but not limited to acts of the public enemy, acts of the Owner, fire, flood, tornadoes, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, freight embargoes, or delays of sub -contractors due to such causes. When the date of completion is based on a calendar day bid, a request for extension of time because of inclement weather will not be considered. A request for extension of time due to inability to obtain supplies and materials will be considered only when a review of the Contractor's purchase order dates and other pertinent data as requested by the Engineer indicates that the Contractor has made a bonafide attempt to secure delivery Fort Worth Water Department C- 41 General Conditions dw S on schedule. This shall include efforts to obtain the supplies and materials from alternate sources in case the first source cannot make delivery. OW If satisfactory execution and completion of the contract should require work and materials in greater amounts or quantities than those set forth in the approved Contract Documents, then the contract time may be increased by Change Order. C7-7.9 DELAYS: The Contractor shall receive no compensation for delays or hindrances to the work, except when direct and unavoidable extra cost to the Contractor is caused by the failure of the City to provide information or material, if any, which is to be furnished by the City. When such extra compensation is claimed, a written statement thereof shall be presented by the Contractor to the Engineer and if by him found correct shall be approved and referred by him to the Council for final approval or disapproval; and the action thereon by the Council shall be final and binding. If delay is caused by .� specific orders given by the Engineer to stop work, or by the performance of extra work, or by the failure of the City to provide materials or necessary instructions for carrying on the work, then such delay will entitle the Contractor to an equivalent extension of time, his application for which shall, however, be subject to the approval of the City Council; and no such extension of time shall release the Contractor or the surety on his performance bond from all obligations hereunder which shall remain in full force until the discharge of the contract. C7-7.10 TIME OF COMPLETION: The time of completion is an essential element of the contract. Each bidder shall indicate in the appropriate place on the last page of the Proposal the number of working days or calendar days that he will require to fully complete this contract or the time of completion will be specified by the City in the Proposal section of the Contract Documents. The number of days indicated shall be a realistic estimate of the time required to complete the work covered by the specific contract being bid upon. The amount of time so stated by the successful bidder or the City will become the time of completion specified in the Contract Documents. For each calendar day that any work shall remain uncompleted after the time specified in the Contract Documents, or the increased time granted by the Owner, or as automatically increased by additional work or materials ordered after the contract is signed, the sum per day given in the following schedule, unless otherwise specified in other parts of the s Contract Documents, will be deducted from monies due the Contractor, not as a penalty, but as liquidated damages suffered by the Owner. Fort Worth Water Department C- 42 General Conditions CID Mft AMOUNT OF CONTRACT $5,001 $15,001 $25,001 $50,001 $100,001 $500,001 $1,000,001 $2,000,000 and over Less than $5,000 to $15,000 to $25,000 to $50,000 to 100,000 to $500,000 to $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 inclusive $35.00 inclusive $45.00 inclusive $63.00 inclusive $105.00 inclusive $154.00 inclusive $210.00 inclusive $315.00 inclusive $420.00 $630.00 _ The parties hereto understand and agree that any harm to the City caused by the Contractor's delay in completing the work hereunder in the time specified by the Contract Documents would be incapable or very difficult of accurate estimation, and that ® the "Amount of Liquidated Damages Per Day", as set out above, is a reasonable forecast of just compensation due the City for harm caused by any delay. AW C7-7.11 SUSPENSION BY COURT ORDER: The Contractor shall suspend operations on such part or parts of the work ordered by any court, and will not be entitled to additional compensation by virtue of such court order. Neither will he be liable to the city in the event the work is suspended by a Court Order. Neither will the Owner be liable to the Contractor by virtue of any Court Order or action for which the Owner is not solely responsible. C7-7.12 TEMPORARY SUSPENSION: The Owner shall have the right to suspend the work operation wholly or in part for such period or periods of time as he may deem necessary due to unsuitable weather conditions or any other unfavorable conditions which in the opinion of the Owner or Engineer cause further prosecution of the work to be unsatisfactory or detrimental to the interest of the project. During temporary r, suspension of work covered by this contract, for any reason, the Owner will make no extra payment for stand-by time of construction equipment and/or construction crews. If it should become necessary to suspend work for an indefinite period, the Contractor shall store all materials in such manner that they will not obstruct or impede the public unnecessarily nor become damaged in any way, and he shall take every precaution to prevent damage or deterioration of the work performed; he shall provide suitable drainage about the work, and erect temporary structures where necessary. -� Should the Contractor not be able to complete a portion of the project due to causes beyond the control of and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor, as set forth in Paragraph C7-7.8 EXTENSION OF THE TIME OF COMPLETION, and should it be determined by mutual consent of the Contractor and the Engineer that a solution to allow construction to proceed is not available within a reasonable period of time, then the Contractor may be reimbursed for the cost of moving his equipment off the job and ASK returning the necessary equipment to the job when it is determined by the Engineer tat Fort Worth Water Department C- 43 General Conditions construction may be resumed. Such reimbursement shall be based on actual cost to the Contractor of moving the equipment and no profit will be allowed. Olt No reimbursement shall be allowed if the equipment is moved to another construction project for the City of Fort Worth. The Contractor shall not suspend work without ow written notice from the Engineer and shall proceed with the work operations promptly when notified by the Engineer to so resume operations. C7-7.13 TERMINATION OF CONTRACT DUE TO NATIONAL EMERGENCY: Whenever, because of National Emergency, so declared by the President of the United OM States or other lawful authority, it becomes impossible for the Contractor to obtain all of the necessary labor, materials, and equipment for the prosecution of the work with reasonable continuity for a period of two months, the Contractor shall within seven days 'ft notify the City in writing, giving a detailed statement of the efforts which have been made and listing all necessary items of labor, materials, and equipment not obtainable. If, after investigations, the Owner finds such conditions existing and that the inability of the Contractor to proceed is not attributable in whole or in part to the fault or neglect of the Contract, then if the Owner cannot after reasonable effort, assist the Contractor in procuring and making available the necessary labor, materials, and equipment within thirty days, the Contractor may request the Owner to terminate the contract and the Owner shall comply with the request, and the termination shall be conditioned and based upon a final settlement mutually acceptable to both the Owner and the Contractor and final payment shall be made in accordance with the terms of the agreed settlement, which shall include, but not be limited to, the payment for all work executed, but no anticipated profits on work which has not been performed. C7-7.14 SUSPENSION OR ABANDONMENT OF THE WORK AND ANNULMENT OF CONTRACT: The work operations on all or any portion or section of the work under .& contract shall be suspended immediately upon written order of the Engineer or the contract may be declared cancelled by the City Council for any good and sufficient cause. The following, by way of example, but not of limitation, may be considered grounds for ... suspension or cancellation: A. Failure of the Contractor to commence work operations within the time specified in the Work Order issued by the Owner. B. Substantial evidence that the progress of the work operations by the 4r Contractor is insufficient to complete the work within the specified time. C. Failure of the Contractor to provide and maintain sufficient labor and 4W equipment to properly execute the working operations. D. Substantial evidence that the Contractor has abandoned the work. ft E. Substantial evidence that the Contractor has become insolvent or bankrupt, or otherwise financially unable to carry out the work satisfactorily. Fort Worth Water Department C- 44 General Conditions no rJ F. Failure on the part of the Contractor to observe any requirements of the Contract Documents or to comply with any orders given by the Engineer or Owner provided for in these Contract Documents. G. Failure of the Contractor promptly to make good any defect in materials or workmanship, or any defects of any nature the correction of which has .� been directed in writing by the Engineer or the Owner. H. Substantial evidence of collusion for the purpose of illegally procuring a contract or perpetrating fraud on the City in the construction of work under contract. d% I. A substantial indication that the Contractor has made an unauthorized assignment of the contract or any funds due therefrom for the benefit of any creditor or for any other purpose. J. If the Contractor shall for any cause whatsoever not carry on the working operation in an acceptable manner. K. If the Contractor commences legal action against the Owner. A copy of the suspension order or action of the City Council shall be served on the Contractor's Sureties. When work is suspended for any cause or causes, or when the contract is cancelled, the Contractor shall discontinue the work or such part thereof as the Owner shall designate, whereupon the Sureties may, at their option, assume the contract or that portion thereof which the Owner has ordered the Contractor to discontinue, and may perform the same or may, with the written consent of the Owner, sublet the work or that portion of the work as taken over, provided however, that the Sureties shall exercise their option, if at all, within two weeks after the written notice to discontinue the work +� has been served upon the Contractor and the Sureties or their authorized agents. The Sureties, in such event shall assume the contractor's place in all respects, and shall be paid by the Owner for all -work performed by them in accordance with the terms of the Contact Documents. All monies remaining due the Contractor at the time of this default shall thereupon become due and payable to the Sureties as the work progresses, subject to all terms of the Contract Documents. In case the Sureties do not, within the hereinabove specified time, exercise their right and option to assume the contract responsibilities, or that portion thereof which the Owner has ordered by the Contractor to discontinue, then the Owner shall have the power to complete, by contract or otherwise, as it may determine, the work herein described or such part thereof as it may deem necessary, and the Contractor hereto agrees that the Owner shall have the right to take possession of an use any materials, plants, tools, equipment, supplies, and property of any kind provided by the Contractor for the purpose of carrying on the work and to procure other tools, equipment, materials, labor, and property for the completion of the work, and to charge to the account of the Contractor of Fort Worth Water Department C- 45 General Conditions pr 1• said contract expense for labor, materials, tools, equipment, and all expenses incidental thereto. The expense so charged shall be deducted by the Owner from such monies as may be due or may become due at any time thereafter to the Contractor under and by virtue of the Contract or any part thereof. The Owner shall not be required to obtain the lowest bid for the work completing the contract, but the expense to be deducted shall be the actual cost of the owner of such work. In case such expenses shall exceed the amount which would have been payable under the Contract if the same had been completed by the Contractor, then the Contractor and his Sureties shall pay the amount of such excess to the City on notice from the Owner of the 10 excess due. When any particular part of the work is being carried on by the Owner by contract or otherwise under the provisions of this section, the Contractor shall continue the remainder of the work in conformity with the terms of the Contract Documents in .ft such a manner as to not hinder or interfere with performance of the work by the Owner. C7-7.15 FULFILLMENT OF CONTRACT: The Contract will be considered as having VA been fulfilled, save as provided in any bond or bonds or by law, when all the work and all sections or parts of the project covered by the Contract Documents have been finished and completed, the final inspection made by the Engineer, and the final acceptance and oft final payment made by the Owner. C7-7.16 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF THE OWNER: A. Notice of Termination: The performance of the work under this contract may be terminated by the Owner in whole, or from time to time in part, in ,. accordance with this section, whenever the Owner shall determine that such termination is in the best interest of the Owner. Any such termination shall be effected by mailing a notice of termination to the Contractor specifying the extent to which performance of work under the contract is terminated, and the date upon which such termination is to become effective. Receipt of the notice shall be deemed conclusively presumed and established when the letter is placed in the United States Mail by the Owner. Further, it shall be deemed conclusively presumed and established that such termination is made with just cause as therein stated; and no proof in any claim, demand or suit shall be required of the Owner regarding such discretionary action. B. Contractor Action: After receipt of a notice of termination, and except as otherwise directed by the Engineer, the Contractor shall: l . Stop work under the contract on the date and to the extent specified ' in the notice of termination. 2. Place no further orders or subcontracts for materials, services, or facilities except as may be necessary for completion of such portion of the work under the contract as is not terminated. OR Fort Worth Water Department C- 46 General Conditions M 0 3. Terminate all orders and subcontracts to the extent that they relate to the performance of work terminated by the notice of termination. 4. Transfer title to the Owner and deliver in the manner, at the times, and to the extent, if any, directed by the Engineer. a. The fabricated or un-fabricated part, work in process, completed work, supplies, and other material produced as part of, or acquired in connection with, the performance of .. the work terminated by the notice of termination. b. The completed, or partially completed plans, drawings, information and other property which, if the contract had .. been completed, would have been required to be furnished by the Owner. 5. Complete performance of such part of the work as shall not have been terminated by the notice of termination. 6. Take such action as may be necessary, or as the Engineer may direct, for the protection and preservation of the property related to its contract which is in the possession of the Contractor and in which the Owner has or may acquire the rest. At a time not later than 30 days after the termination date specified in the notice ,.w of termination, the Contractor may submit to the Engineer a list, certified as to the quantity and quality of any or all items of termination inventory not previously disposed of, exclusive of items the disposition of which has been directed or authorized by the Engineer. Not later than 15 days thereafter, the Owner shall accept title to such items provided, that the list submitted shall be subject to verification by the Engineer upon removal of the items or, if the items are stored, rr within 45 days from the date of submission of the list, and any necessary . adjustments to correct the list, as submitted, shall be made prior to final ------._- . -- - settlement. C. Termination Claim: Within 60 days after notice of termination, the Contractor shall submit his termination claim to the Engineer in the form and with ,. the certification prescribed by the Engineer. Unless one or more extensions in writing are granted by the Owner upon request of the Contractor, made in writing within such 60 day period or authorized extension thereof, any an all such claims shall be conclusively deemed waived. D. Amounts: Subject to the provision if Item C7-7.16, the Contractor and Owner may agree upon the whole or any part of the amount or amounts to be paid to the Contractor by reason of the total or partial termination of work pursuant hereto, provided, that such agreed amount or amounts shall never exceed the total contract price as reduced by the amount of payments otherwise made and as Fort Worth Water Department C- 47 General Conditions further reduced by the contract price of work not terminated. The contract shall be amended accordingly, and the Contractor shall be paid the agreed amount. No amount shall be due for lost or anticipated profits. Nothing in C7-7.16 hereafter, prescribing the amount to be paid to the Contractor in the event of failure of the Contractor by reason of the termination of work pursuant to this section, shall be deemed to limit, restrict, or otherwise determine or affect the amount or amounts which may be agreed upon to be paid to the Contractor pursuant to this paragraph. E. Failure to Agree: In the event of the failure of the Contractor and the Owner to agree as provided in C7-7.16(D) upon the whole amount to be paid to va the Contractor by reason of the termination of work on the basis of information available to it, the amount, if any, due to the Contractor by reason of the termination and shall pay to the Contractor the amounts determined. No amount .. shall be due for lost or anticipated profits. F. Deductions: In arriving at the amount due the contractor (under this „o section, there shall be deducted (a) all un-liquidated advance or other payments on account theretofore made to the Contractor, applicable to the terminated portion of this contract; (b) an y claim which the Owner may have against the Contractor 4M in connection with this contract; and (c) the agreed price for, or the proceeds of sale of, any materials, supplies, or other things kept by the Contractor or sold, pursuant to the provisions of this clause, and not otherwise recovered by or Ak credited to the Owner. G. Adiustment: If the termination hereunder be partial, prior to the settlement ow of the terminated portion of the contract, the Contractor may file with the Engineer a request in writing for an equitable adjustment of the price or price specified in the contract relating to the continued portion of the contract (the portion not terminated by the notice of termination), such equitable adjustment as may be agreed upon shall be made in such price or prices; nothing contained herein, however, shall limit the right of the Owner an d the Contractor to agree upon the amount or amounts to be paid to the Contractor for the completion of the continued portion of the contract when said contract does not contain an established contract price for such continued portion. H. No Limitation of Rights: Nothing contained in this section shall limit or alter the rights which the Owner may have for termination of this contract under +� C7-7.14 hereof entitled "Suspension of Abandonment of the Work and Amendment of Contract" or any other right which Owner may have for default or breach of contract by Contractor. C7-7.17 SAFETY METHODS AND PRACTICES: The Contractor shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining, and supervising all safety precautions and programs in "W connection with the work at all times and shall assume all responsibilities for their enforcement. am oft Fort Worth Water Department C- 48 General Conditions Ma M IM The Contractor shall comply with federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations so as to protect person and property from injury, including death, or damage in connection with the work. Fort Worth Water Department C- 49 General Conditions 0 Im SECTION C8-8 MEASURMENT AND PAYMENT C8-8.1 MEASURMENT OF QUANTITIES: The determination of quantities of work performed by the Contractor and authorized by the Contract Documents acceptably completed under the terms of the Contract Documents shall be made by the Engineer, based on measurements made by the Engineer. These measurements will be made according to the United States Standard Measurements used in common practice, and will be the actual length, area, solid contents, numbers, and weights of the materials and items installed. C8-8.2 UNIT PRICES: When in the Proposal a "Unit Price" is set forth, the said "Unit Price" shall include the furnishing by the Contractor of all labor, tools, materials, machinery, equipment, appliances and appurtenances necessary for the construction of and the completion in a manner acceptable to the Engineer of all work to be done under these Contract Documents. The "Unit Price" shall include all permanent and temporary protection of overhead, surface, and underground structures, cleanup, finished, overhead expense, bond, insurance, patent fees, royalties, risk due to the elements and other causes, delays, profits, injuries, damage claims, taxes, and all other items not specifically mentioned that may be required to fully construct each item of the work complete in place an in a satisfactory condition of operation. ,» C8-8.3 LUMP SUM: When in the Proposal a "Lump Sum" is set forth, the said "Lump Sum" shall represent the total cost for the Contractor to furnish all labor, tools, materials, .,. machinery, equipment, appurtenances, and all subsidiary work necessary for the construction and completion of all the work to provide a complete and functional item as detailed in the Special Contract Documents and/or Plans. C8-8.4 SCOPE OF PAYMENT: The Contractor shall receive and accept the compensation, as herein provided, in full payment for furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and incidentals for performing all work contemplated and embraced under these Contract Documents, for all loss and damage arising out of the nature of the work or form the action of the elements, for any unforeseen defects or obstructions which may arise or be encountered during the prosecution of the work at any time before its final acceptance by the Owner, (except as provided in Paragraph C5-5.14) for all risks of whatever description connected with the prosecution of the work, for all expense incurred by or in consequence of suspension or discontinuance of such prosecution of the working operations as herein specified, or any and all infringements or patents, trademarks, copyrights, or other legal reservations, and for completing the work in an acceptable " manner according to the terms of the Contract Documents. The payment of any current or partial estimate prior to final acceptance of the work by the Owner shall in no way constitute an acknowledgment of the acceptance of the work, materials, or equipment, nor in any way prejudice or affect the obligations of the Contractor to repair, correct, renew, or replace at his own and proper expense, any defects Oka Fort Worth Water Department C- 50 General Conditions r 3 or imperfections in the construction or in the strength or quality of the material used or ~ equipment and machinery furnished in or about the construction of the work under contract and its appurtenances, or any damage due or attributed to such defects, which defects, imperfection, or damage shall have been discovered on or before the final inspection and acceptance of the work or during the one year guarantee period after final acceptance. The Owner shall be the sole judge of such defects, imperfections, or damage, and the Contractor shall be liable to the Owner for failure to correct the same as provided herein. C8-8.5 PARTIAL ESTIMATES AND RET.AINAGE: Between the I" and 5th day or each month the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer a statement showing an estimate of the value of the work done during the previous month, or estimate period under the 4M Contract Documents. Not later than the 10th day of the month the Engineer shall verify such estimate, and if it is found to be acceptable and the value of work performed since the last partial payment was made exceeds one hundred dollars in amount, 90% of such .,, estimated sum will be paid to the Contractor if the total contract amount is less than $400,000, or 95% of such estimated sum will be paid to the Contractor if the total contract amount is $400,000 or greater within twenty-five (25) days after the regular Aus estimate period. The City will have the option of preparing estimated on form furnished by the City. The partial estimate may include acceptable nonperishable materials delivered to the work, which are to be incorporated into the work as a permanent part thereof, but which at the time of the estimate have not been installed.(such payment will be allowed on a basis of 85% of the net invoice value thereof) The Contractor shall furnish the Engineer such information as he may request to aid him as a guide in the .. verification or the preparation of partial estimates. It is understood that the partial estimate from month to month will be approximate only, - and all partial monthly estimates and payment will be subject to correction in the estimates rendered following the discovery of an error in any previous estimate, and such estimate shall not, in any respect, be taken as an admission of the Owner of the amount of work done or of its quality of sufficiency, or as an acceptance of the work done or the release of the Contractor of any of his responsibilities under the Contract Documents. sm The City reserves the right to withhold the payment of any monthly estimate if the Contractor fails to perform the work strictly in accordance with the specifications or provisions of this contract. C8-8.6 WITHHOLDING PAYMENT: Payment on any estimate or estimates may be held in abeyance if the performance of the construction operations is not in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents. C8-8.7 FINAL ACCEPTANCE: Whenever the improvements provided for by the Contract Documents shall have been completed and all requirements of the Contract Documents shall have been fulfilled on the part of the Contractor, the Contractor shall notify the Engineer in writing that the improvements are ready for the final inspection. The Engineer shall notify the appropriate officials of the Owner, will within a reasonable Fort Worth Water Department C- 51 General Conditions time make such final inspection, and if the work is satisfactory, in an acceptable condition, and has been completed in accordance with the terms of the Contract ON Documents and all approved modifications thereof, the Engineer will initiate the processing of the final estimate and recommend final acceptance of the project and final OR payment thereof as outlined in C8-8.8 below. C8-8.8 FINAL PAYMENT: Whenever all the improvements provided for by the Contract Documents and all approved modifications thereof shall have been completed and all requirements of the Contract Documents have been fulfilled on the part of the Contractor, a final estimate showing the value of the work will be prepared by the Engineer as soon as the necessary measurements, computations, and checks can be made. All prior estimates upon which payment has been made are subject to necessary corrections or revisions in the final payment. The amount of the final estimate, less previous payments and any sum that have been wa deducted or retained under the provisions of the Contract Documents, will be paid to the Contractor within 60 days after final acceptance by the Owner on a proper resolution of the City Council, provided the Contractor has furnished to the Owner satisfactory ... evidence of payment as follows: prior submission of the final estimate for payment, the Contractor shall execute an affidavit, as furnished by the City, certifying that all persons, firms, associations, corporations, or other organizations furnishing labor and/or materials have been paid in full, that the wage scale established by the City Council in the City of Fort Worth has been paid, and that there are no claims pending for personal injury and/or property damages. r.r The acceptance by the Contractor of the last or final payment as aforesaid shall operate as and shall release the Owner from all claims or liabilities under the Contract for anything r.r done or furnished or relating to the work under the Contract Documents or any act or neglect of said City relating to or connected with the Contract. The making of the final payment by the Owner shall not relieve the Contractor of any guarantees or other requirements of the Contract Documents which specifically continue thereafter. "' C8-8.9 ADEQUACY OF DESIGN: It is understood that the Owner believes it has employed competent Engineers and designers to prepare the Contract Documents and all modifications of the approved Contract Documents. It is, therefore, agreed that the Owner shall be responsible for the adequacy of its own design features, sufficiency of the Contract Documents, the safety of the structure, and the practicability of the operations of the completed project, provided the Contractor has complied with the requirements of the said Contract Documents, all approved modifications thereof, and additions and alterations thereto approved in writing by the Owner. The burden of proof of such compliance shall be upon the Contractor to show that he has complied with the said requirements of the Contract Documents, approved modifications thereof, and all approved additions and alterations thereto. r� Fort Worth Water Department C- 52 General Conditions " C8-8.10 GENERAL GUARANTEE: Neither the final certificate of payment nor any provision in the Contract Documents nor partial or entire occupancy or use of the premises by the Owner shall constitute an acceptance of work not done in accordance with the Contract Documents or relieve the Contractor of liability in respect to any express warranties or responsibility for faulty materials or workmanship. The Contractor shall remedy any defects or damages in the work and pay for any damage to other work i resulting therefrom which shall appear within a period of one year from the date of final acceptance of the work unless a longer period is specified and shall furnish a, good and sufficient maintenance bond in the amount of 100 percent of the amount of the contract which shall assure the performance of the general guarantee as above outlined. The Owner will give notice of observed defects with reasonable promptness. AM C8-8.11 SUBSIDIARY WORK: Any and all work specifically governed by documentary requirements for the project, such as conditions imposed by the Plans, the _ General Contract Documents, or the Special Contract Documents, in which no specific item for bid has been provided for in the Proposal, shall be considered as a subsidiary item of work, the cost of which shall be included in the price bid in the Proposal, for each Am bid item. Surface restoration, rock excavation, and clean-up are general items of work which fall in the category of subsidiary work. C8-8.12 MISCELLANEOUS PLACEMENT OF MATERIAL: Material may be allocated under various bid items in the Proposal to establish unit prices for miscellaneous placement of material. These materials shall be used only when directed by the Engineer, depending on field conditions. Payment for miscellaneous placement of material will be made for only that amount of material used, measured to the nearest one - tenth unit. Payment for miscellaneous placement of material shall be in accordance with the General Contract Documents regardless of the actual amount used for the project. C8-8.13 RECORD DOCUMENTS: Contractor shall keep on record a copy of all .r specifications, plans, addenda, modifications, shop drawings, and samples at the site, in good order and annotated to show all changes made during the construction process. These shall be delivered to the Engineer upon completion of the work. Im �X. a Fort Worth Water Department C- 53 General Conditions r SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS FORT WORTH, WATER DEPARTMENT 1. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: In Section C 1-1.2 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, delete Paragraph C 1-1.2b SPECIAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS and add the following: "b. SPECIAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Special Contract Documents are prepared for each specific project as a supplement to the General Contract Documents and include the following items: PART A - NOTICE TO BIDDERS (Advertisement) White SPECIAL INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS White PART B - PROPOSAL (Bid) White M/WBE BID SPECIFICATIONS Golden Rod � PART C - GENERAL CONDITIONS Canary Yellow PART CS- SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS Green PART D - SPECIAL CONDITIONS Green PART E - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS White PERMITS/EASEMENTS (Some Permits are Multicolored) White PART F - BONDS AND INSURANCE White PART G - CONTRACT White PART H - PLANS/FIGURES (may be bound separately) White" 2. DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORATION AND PUBLIC WORKS: Delete entire Paragraph C1-1.17, and replace with the following: C1-1.17 DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORATION AND PUBLIC WORKS: The officially appointed Director of the Transportation and Public Works Department of .. the City of Fort Worth, or his duly authorized representative, assistant, or agents. 3. DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING: Add the following paragraph after C 1-1.17 and before C1-1.18: C1-1.17A DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING: The officially appointed Director of the Department of Engineering of the City of Fort Worth, referred to in the charter as the City Engineer, or his duly authorized representative assistant, or agents. 4. ENGINEER: Delete entire Paragraph C1-1.19, and replace with the following: The Director of the Fort Worth Department of Engineering, the Director of Fort Worth Transportation and Public Works Department, the Director of the Fort Worth Water Department, or their duly authorized assistants, agents, engineers, inspectors, or superintendents, acting within the scope of the particular duties entrusted to them. 5. PROPOSAL FORM: In Section C2-2.1, Paragraph 1, revise last sentence to read as om follows: "The Bidder shall furnish a Financial Statement, Equipment Schedule, and Experience Record, all of which must be properly executed and filed with the Director of Fort Worth Water Department CS - 1 Supplementary Conditions V the Water Department one week prior to the hour for opening of bids. Information shall be on forms provided by the Bidder and acceptable to the City. 6. EXAMINATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SITE OF PROJECT: In aw Section C2-2.3, Paragraph 2, add the following to the last sentence: "except for changes in the site conditions caused by factors outside of the control of the Contractor which occur after the Contractor's inspection and prior to installation." �� .. "•" 7. INTERPRETATION AND PREPARATION OF PROPOSAL: Part C - General Conditions, Section C2-2, exchange paragraphs C2-2.7, C2-2.8, and C2-2.9 with the following: C2-2.7 DELIVERY OF PROPOSAL: No proposal will be considered unless it is delivered, accompanied by its proper Bid Security and other required material, to the Purchasing Manager or his representative at the official location and stated time set forth in the proposal at the proper time to the proper place. The mere fact that a proposal was dispatched will not be considered. The Bidders must have the proposal actually delivered. Each proposal shall be in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the word "PROPOSAL" and the name or description of the project designated in the "Notice To Bidders". The envelope shall be addressed to the Purchasing Manager, City of Fort Worth Purchasing Division, PO Box 17027, Fort Worth, Texas 76102." C2-2.8 WITHDRAWING PROPOSALS: Proposals actually filed with the Purchasing Manager cannot be withdrawn prior to the time set for the opening of proposals. A request for non consideration of a proposal must be made in writing, .r addressed to the City Manager, and filed with him prior to the time set for the opening of proposals. After all proposals not requested for non -consideration are opened and ,■, publicly read aloud, the proposals for which non -consideration requests have been properly filed may, at the option of the Owner, be returned unopened. C2-2.9 TELEGRAPHIC MODIFICATION OF PROPOSALS: Any bidder may modify his proposal by telegraphic communication at any time prior to the time set for opening proposals, provided such telegraphic communication is received by the .. Purchasing Manager prior to the said proposal opening time, and provided further, that the City Manager is satisfied that a written and duly authenticated confirmation of such telegraphic communication over the signature of the bidder was mailed prior to the proposal opening time. If such confirmation is not received within forty-eight (48) hours after the proposal opening time, no further consideration will be given to the proposal. a � Fort Worth Water Department CS-2 Supplementary Conditions ft 8. MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE/WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE , COMPLIANCE: Delete entire Paragraph C3-3.2, and replace with the following: C3-3.2 MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISWWOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE COMPLIANCE: Upon request, Contractor agrees to provide to Owner complete and accurate information regarding actual work performed by a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and/or a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) on the contract and payment therefore. Contractor further agrees to permit an audit and/or examination of any books, records or files in its possession that will substantiate the actual work performed by an MBE and/or WBE. The misrepresentation of facts (other than a negligent misrepresentation) and/or the commission of fraud by the Contractor will be grounds for termination of the contract and/or initiating action under appropriate federal. State or local laws or ordinances relating to false statements; further, any such misrepresentation (other than a negligent misrepresentation) and/or commission of fraud will result in the Contractor being determined to be irresponsible and barred from participating in City work for a period of time of not less than three (3) years. 9. C3-3.5 AWARD OF CONTRACT is modified to read as follows: "The Owner reserves the right to withhold final action on the proposals for a reasonable time, not to exceed the period stated for the duration of the Bid Security stated in the Notice to Bidders or 90 days, whichever is shorter." 10. C3-3.7 BONDS. For the Paragraph after Paragraph C3-3.7d OTHER BONDS, which begins with "No sureties", change the entire paragraph to read as follows: "No Sureties will be accepted by the Owner which are at the time in default or delinquent on any bonds or which are interested in any litigation against the Owner. All bonds shall be made on the forms furnished by the Owner and the surety shall be acceptable to the Owner. In order for a surety to be acceptable to the Owner: (1) the name of the surety shall be included on the current U.S. Treasury List of Acceptable Sureties {Circular 8701, or (2) the surety must have capital and surplus equal to ten times the amount of the bond. The surety must be licensed to do business in the State of Texas. The amount of the amount of the bond shall not exceed the amount shown on the treasury list or one - tenth (1/10) of the total capital and surplus. If reinsurance is required, the company writing the reinsurance must be authorized, accredited or trusteed to do business in the State of Texas. Each bond shall be properly executed by both the Contractor and low the Bonding Company." "FACIAL QCpOI CITY q"SECREARY Fort Worth Water Department CS-3 Supplementary Conditions 11.0 INSURANCE. Change the following portions of C3-3.11 Insurance as shown below: 11.1 INSURANCE FOR SUBCONTRACTORS: At the end of the first sentence of the first paragraph, insert the following: " and certificates of insurance shall be delivered to the Owner." At the end of the first paragraph of Section C3-3.11, after "and for all subcontractors", insert the following: "The General Contractor may require all subcontractors to be insured and submit documentation ensuring that the requirements of C3-3.11 are met for all subcontractors. Failure of the OWNER to request required documentation shall not constitute a waiver of the insurance requirements specified herein. The Contractor's liability shall not be limited to the specified amounts of insurance required herein." 11.2 INSURANCE LIMITS. In Section C3-3.11, after the word "occurrence", add "/aggregate". 11.3 COMPENSATION INSURANCE: Add the following to the end of Paragraph_C3- 31 La: "Worker's compensation insurance covering employees in the project site shall be "R indorsed with a waiver of subrogation providing rights of recovery in favor of the OWNER." 11.4 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE: In Paragraph C3-3.1lb: Replace the word "Comprehensive" with "Commercial" Add the following to Paragraph C3-3.1 lb: ..� "Certificates of insurance shill state that Insurance is on an "occurrence" basis." as Certificate shall also contain a statement that no exclusions by endorsement have been made to the Commercial General Liability Policy'. 11.5 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY (CGL) POLICY: Amend Paragraph .� C3-3.11 c, Additional Liability, as follows: by adding the following: 1. Add the following the Section 6 CONTRACTURAL LIABILITY: "The City, its an offices, employees and servants shall be endorsed as additional insured on Contractor's insurance policies excepting employer's liability insurance coverage under Contractor's worker's compensation insurance policy. Contractor's insurance policies shall be indorsed to provide that such insurance is primary protection and any self -funded or commercial coverage maintained by the OWNER shall not be called upon to contribute to loss recovery." 2. Add the following paragraph: .r "When required by the Contract Documents, Environmental Impairment Liability Coverage must be provided in the limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The Environmental Impairment Liability (EIL) must contain coverage for sudden and accidental contamination or pollution, liability for gradual emissions, and clean-up costs. The EIL coverage shall include two year completed operations coverage on a per Project basis. A Fort Worth Water Department CS - 4 Supplementary Conditions ft in M separate insurance policy may be needed to fulfill this requirement. EEL for damages incurred in the course of transporting sludge shall be covered under the contractor's insurance policy(s)." 11.6 AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE LIMITS: Revise Paragraph C3-3.11d so that the insurance limits are as follows: Bodily Injury $250,000 each person Bodily Injury $500,000 aggregate Property Damage $100,000 aggregate Im 11.7 PROOF OF CARRIAGE OF INSURANCE: Revise Paragraph C3-3.1lf by inserting the following after the first sentence: "Other than Worker's Compensation Insurance, in lieu of specified insurance, the City may consider alternative coverage or an risk treatment measures through insurance pools or risk retention groups. The City must approve in writing any alternative coverage." an 11.8 LOCAL AGENT FOR INSURANCE AND BONDING: For Paragraph C3-3.1lg, delete entire paragraph beginning "Local Agent for Insurance and Bonding". 11.9 DEDUCTABLE LIMITS: Add the following Paragraph C3-3.1 l.g: "DEDUCTIBLE LIMITS. The deductible limits or self -funded retention limits, on each policy must not exceed $10,000 per occurrence unless otherwise approved by the City." 11.10 INSURANCE COMPANY: Add the following Paragraph C3-3.1 l.h: "INSURANCE COMPANY: The insurance company with whom the Contractor's insurance is written shall be authorized to do business in the State of Texas and shall have a current A.M. Best Rating of "A:VII" or equivalent measure of financial strength and solvency." 11.11 NOTIFICATION:: Add the following Paragraph C3-3.1 Li: "NOTIFICATION. During the lifetime of this contract, the Contractor shall notify the ., ENGINEER in writing, of any known loss occurrence that could give rise to a liability claim or lawsuit or which could result in a property loss." 11.12 CANCELLATION: Add the following Paragraph C3-3.11 j: "CANCELLATION: Insurance shall be endorsed to provide the City with a minimum of ,. thirty days notice of cancellation, non -renewal and/or material change in insurance policy terms or coverage. A minimuml0 day notice shall be acceptable in the event of non- payment of insurance premium to insurance company." 11.13 CITY RESPONSIBILITIES: Add the following paragraph to the end of Section C3-3.11: "CITY RESPONSIBILITIES. The City shall not be responsible for direct payment of insurance premium costs for Contractor's Insurance." Oft Fort Worth Water Department CS - 5 Supplementary Conditions i 12. LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL CHARGES (Reference C4-4.5c): The Contractor agrees that should any change in the work of extra work be ordered, the following applicable percentage shall be added to Material and Labor Costs to cover overhead and profit: 1. Allowance to the Contractor for overhead and profit for extra work performed by the Contractor's own forces shall not exceed 15%. 2. Allowance to the Contractor for overhead and profit for extra work performed by a r0 subcontractor and supervised by the Contractor shall not exceed 10%. Contractor shall be reimbursed for direct field overhead when the change requires an extension of the Contract period. Contractor shall not be reimbursed for indirect overhead or indirect costs related to changes to this contract. •. 13. TESTING COSTS: Section 5-5.12, revise the first sentence to read as follows: "Where, as called for in the Contract Documents, tests of materials or equipment are .n necessary, such tests will be made at the expense of and paid for by the Contractor unless otherwise specifically provided for in the Technical Specifications." 14 LAWS TO BE OBSERVED: Section C6-6.1, delete "or which may be enacted later". After the word "exist," add "at the time of the Contract or may be hereafter exist during the performance of the Contract." ow 15. BUILDING PERMITS: Paragraph C6-6.2 Insert the following at the end of the paragraph; •k "Contractors are responsible for obtaining construction permits from the governing agencies. Contractor shall schedule all code inspections with the Code Inspection ,#, Department in accordance with the permit requirements and submit copy of updated schedule to the Engineer weekly. Building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical building permits are issued without charge. Water and sewer access fees will be paid an by the Water Department. Any other permit fees are the responsibility of the Contractor." vo 16. BARRICADES, WARNINGS AND FLAGMEN: In Paragraph C6-6.8, replace the word "watchmen" wherever in appears with the word "flagmen". In the first paragraph, lines five (5) and six (6), replace "take all such other precautionary measures" with "take all reasonable necessary measures". 17. CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE CLAIMS: Delete entire "" Paragraph C6-6.12, and replace with the following: "C6-6.12 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE CLAIMS: .. Contractor covenants and agrees to indemnify the City' Engineer and Architect, and their personnel at the project site for the Contractor's sole negligence. In addition, the _ Contractor covenants and agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend at its own Fort Worth Water Department CS - 6 Supplementary Conditions expense, the Owner, its officers, agents, servants, and employees, from and against all claims or suits for property loss, property damage, personal injury, including death, arising out of, or alleged to arise of, the work and services to be performed hereunder by the Contractor, its officers, agents, employees subcontractors, licensees or invitees, whetherpr,totey such iniury, damage or deaths in whole or in part, by the negligence or alleged negligence of the Owner, its officers, agents, servants, or employees. Contractor likewise covenants and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Owner from and against any and all injuries to the Owner's officers, agents, servants, and employees, loss or destruction of property of the Owner arising form the performance of any of the terms and conditions of this Contract, whether or not any such iniury or damage is caused, in whole or in part, by the negligence or alleged -- negligence of the Owner, its officers, agents, servants, or employees In the event the Owner receives a written claim for damages against the Contractor or .. its subcontractors prior to final payment, final payment shall not be made until the Contractor either (a) submits to the Owner satisfactory evidence that the claim has been settled and/or a release from the claimant involved, or (b) provides the Owner with a letter from the Contractor's liability insurance carrier that the claim has been referred to the insurance carrier. The Director may, if he deems it appropriate, refuse to accept bids on other City of Fort Worth public work from a Contractor against whom a claim for damages is outstanding as a result of work performed under a City Contract." 18. STATE SALES TAX: A. Delete Paragraph C6-6.21 STATE SALES TAX in its entirely- B. This contract is issued by an organization, which qualifies for exemption pursuant "' to the provisions of Article 20.04 (F) of the Texas Limited Sales, Excise, and Use Tax Act. All equipment and materials not consumed by or incorporated into the project construction are subject to State Sales Tax under House Bill 11, enacted August 15, 1991. all such taxes shall be included in the various amounts on the Proposal Form. The successful Bidder shall be required to submit a breakdown between costs of labor, consumable material and other construction costs and costs of material incorporated into the project construction prior to execution of this contract. B. At the time of execution of the Contract Documents by the Contractor, the Contractor shall complete the "Statement of Materials and Other Charges" which identifies the project costs anticipated in the Project into "Materials Incorporated into the Project" and "All Other Charges". The Contract shall be a "Separated Contract". C. The City of Fort Worth will issue appropriate Certificates of Resale to the .. Contractor. D. All Change Orders to the Contract will separate charges for materials and labor and will contain the following statement: Fort Worth Water Department CS - 7 Supplementary Conditions "For purposes of complying with Texas Tax Code, the Contractor agrees that the charges for material incorporated into the project in excess of the estimated quantity provided for herein will be no less than the invoice price for such material to the Contractor." �- 19. PARTIAL PAYMENTS: Change Paragraph C8-8.5 to read as follows: "Partial pay estimates shall be submitted by the Contractor 5th day and the 20th day of the month that work has been is in progress. The estimate shall be processed by the City on the loth day and 25th day respectively. Estimates will be paid within 25 days following the end of the estimate period, less the appropriate retainage as set out below. Partial pay estimates may include acceptable nonperishable materials delivered to the work place which are to be incorporated into the work as a permanent part " thereof, but which at the time of pay estimate have not been so installed. If such materials are included within a pay estimate, payment shall be based upon 85% of the net invoice value thereof. The Contractor will furnish the engineer such information as may be reasonably requested to aid in the verification or the preparation of the pay estimate. For contracts of less than $400,000.00 at the execution, retainage shall be ten percent (101/6). For contracts of $400,000.00 or more at the time of execution, retainage shall _ be five percent (5%). Contractor shall pay subcontractors in accord with subcontract agreement, within five (5) business days after receipt by the Contractor of the payment by the City. Contractor's failure to make the required payment to subcontractors will authorize the City to withhold future payments from the Contractor until compliance with this ,. paragraph is accomplished. It is understood that the partial pay estimates will be approximate only, and all partial or pay estimates and payment of the same will be subject to correction in the estimate rendered following the discovery of an error in any previous estimate. Payment of any partial pay estimate shall not, in any respect, be taken as an admission of the Owner of the amount of work done or of its quality of sufficiency, or as an acceptance of the work done or the release of the Contractor of any of his responsibilities under the Contract Documents. The City reserves the right to withhold the payment of any partial estimate if the Contractor fails to perform the work in strict accordance with the specifications or other provisions of this Contract." AM 20. GENERAL GUARANTEE: Change Paragraph C8-8.10 to read as follows: "Neither the final certificate of payment nor any provision in the Contract Documents nor .. partial or entire occupancy or use of the premises by the Owner shall constitute acceptance of the work not done in accordance with the Contract Documents or relieve the Contractor of liability in respect to any express warranties or responsibility for faulty om Fort Worth Water Department CS - 8 Supplementary Conditions 'm do .. materials or workmanship. The Contractor shall remedy any defects or damages in the work and pay for any damage to other work resulting therefrom which shall appear within a period of TWO years from the date of final acceptance of the work unless a longer period is specified and shall furnish a good and sufficient maintenance bond in the amount of 100 percent of the amount of the contract which shall assure the performance of the general guarantee as above outlined. The Owner will give notice of observed defects with reasonable promptness." 21. RIGHT TO AUDIT: Add the following to Section C8-8: C-8-8.14 RIGHT TO AUDIT: "(a) The Contractor agrees that the City shall, until the expiration of three (3) years after final payment under this contract, have access to and the right to examine and photocopy any directly pertinent books, documents, papers, and records of the Contractor involving transactions relating to this Contract. Contractor agrees that the City shall have access during normal working hours to all necessary Contractor facilities and shall be provided adequate and appropriate work space in order to conduct audits in compliance with the provisions of this section. The City shall give Contractor reasonable advance notice of intended audits. (b) Contractor further agrees to include in all its subcontracts hereunder a provision to the effect that the subcontractor agrees that the City shall, until the expiration of three (3) years after final payment under this contract, have access to and the right to examine and photocopy any directly pertinent books, documents, papers, and records of such subcontractor, involving transactions to the subcontract, and further, that City shall have access during normal working hours to all subcontractor facilities, and shall be provided adequate and appropriate work space in order to conduct audits in compliance with the provisions of this article together with subsection (c) hereof. The City shall give subcontractor reasonable advance notice of intended audits. (c) Contractor and subcontractor agree to photocopy such documents as may be requested by the City. The City agrees to reimburse contractor for the cost of the ,. copies as follows: .. 1. 50 Copies and Under - 10 cents per page. 2. More than 50 copies - 85 cents for the first page plus fifteen cents for each page am thereafter." (5/25/93) 22. SCHEDULE OF COSTS: Add the following to Section C8-8: am C8-8.15 SCHEDULE OF COSTS: Following the completion of all work on the Project and prior to submittal of a request for final payment, the Contractor shall provide a Schedule of Costs to City for approval which lists all equipment systems, structures, building electrical and HVAC systems, overhead and project related costs. The items will be grouped into categories using the Owner's list of category codes -- which will be provided by the Owner at the Preconstruction Conference. on Fort Worth Water Department CS - 9 Supplementary Conditions The Schedule of Costs will be used by the City as input to the Capital Assets System, and will not be considered in preparation of modifications to the Contract. Costs associated with the preparation and processing of this schedule of costs shall be subsidiary to the price bid. The Contractor will also provide a projected payment schedule tied to the project schedule and the schedule of values which projects the monthly payments through the end of the Project. The Payment schedule must be submitted along with the first request for payment. This information is necessary to arrange financing of the Project by the City. END OF SECTION .0 ow ow .. .. ow Fort Worth Water Department CS - 10 Supplementary Conditions .m PART D Special Conditions D-1 General: Subject to modifications as herein contained, the Fort Worth Water Department's General Contract Documents and Specifications, effective July 1, 1978, with the latest revisions are made a part of the Contract Documents for this project. The Plans, Special Conditions and Provisions Documents, and the rules, regulations, requirements, instructions, drawings or details referred to by manufacturer's name, number or identification included therein as specifying, referring or implying product control, performance, quality, or other shall be binding upon the Contractor. The specifications and drawings shall be considered cooperative; therefore, work or material called for by one and not shown or mentioned in the other shall be accomplished or furnished in a faithful manner as though required by all. The order or precedence in case of conflicts or discrepancies between various parts of the Contract Documents subject. to the ruling of the Engineer shall generally, but not necessarily, follow the guidelines listed below: 1. Plans 2. Contract Documents 3. General Contract Documents and Specifications .. The following Special Conditions shall be applicable to this project and shall govern over any conflicts with the General Contract Documents under the provisions stated above. -� D-2 Pre -Construction Conference and Submittals A pre -construction conference shall be held with representatives of the following agencies: City Water Department, interested utilities such as electric and/or telephone, Engineer, and the successful Contractor. Submittals at time of pre -construction meeting shall include (but not limited) to: Contractors Work Plan and Schedule Disposal Site for Waste Material Information Sub -Contractor Identification Trench and Shoring Safety Design Name and number of responsible person for off hour emergencies Project Schedule ., Pump Station Shut -Down Schedule The pre -construction conference is intended as a forum between the Contractor and the .. appropriate city staff to go over the project in detail and to afford the Contractor the Fort Worth Water Department D — 1 Special Conditions ON opportunity to submit all the required documents listed above. If the Contractor fails to submit any of the required documents, the Contractor shall not be allowed to begin work; however, contract time shall begin as stipulated in this paragraph. D-3 Project Designation: Construction under these Special Documents shall be performed under the Fort Worth Water Department Project Designations: JENKIN HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT Water Project Number P164-060164016001 D-4 Time of Completion: The Owner desires the Contractor to substantially complete the project within 180 calendar days. Substantial completion shall be defined as all work performed to place the new pump station in proper working order, with all pumps operational. Thereafter, final completion shall occur within 200 calendar days. Final completion shall consist of final acceptance of all work required under the contract. In the event that the Contractor fails to meet the substantial completion or the final completion date for the project, the Owner shall withhold money permanently form the Contractor's total compensation at the rate specified in Item C7-7.10 per calendar day as liquidated damages until substantial completion is met. D-5 Wage Rates: The labor classifications and minimum wage rates set forth herein have been predetermined by the City Council of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, in accordance with statutory requirements, as being the prevailing classifications and rates that shall govern on all work performed by the Contractor or any sub -contractor on the site of the project covered by these Contract Documents. In no event shall less than the following rates of wages be paid. Where conflicts exist between two wage rate tables, use higher rate. PREVAILING WAGE RATE FOR 2000 — HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION CLASSIFICATION HOURLY RATE Asphalt Raker Asphalt Shoveler Batching Plant Weigher Carpenter (Rough) Concrete Finisher -Paving Concrete Finisher Helper (Paving) Concrete Finisher -Structures Flagger Form Builder -Structures Form Setter -Paving & Curbs Form Setter -Structures $10.32 $9.75 $9.65 $13.64 $10.16 $9.70 $13.44 $7.00 $13.44 $10.25 $9.75 P1 on MM 0 .. on .. .. on Fort Worth Water Department D — 2 Special Conditions .o Laborer -Common $7.64 Laborer -Utility $8.64 Mechanic ` $13.25 Servicer $10.13 Pipe Layer $7.35 Pipe Layer Helper $6.75 Asphalt Distributor Operator $11.45 Asphalt Paving Machine Operator $11.09 Concrete Paving Saw $10.53 Crane, Clamsheli, Backhoe, Derrick, Dragline, Shovel (< 1 1/2 CY) $10.00 Crane, Clamshell, Backhoe, Derrick, Dragline, Shovel (> 1 1/2 CY) $11.52 Front End Loader (2 1/2 CY & less) $9.94 Front End Loader (over 2 112 CY) $9.32 Milling Machine Operator $8.00 Mixer $11.00 ,., Motor Grader Operator (Fine Grade) $12.31 Motor Grader Operator $13.75 Pavement Marking Machine $11.00 Roller, Steel Wheel Plant -Mix Pavements $9.88 .. Roller, Steel Wheel Other Flatwheel or Tamping $12.12 Roller, Pneumatic, Self -Propelled Scraper $8.02 Traveling Mixer $10.00 Reinforcing Steel Setter (Paving) $9.75 An Truck Driver -Single Axle (Light) $8.00 Truck Driver -Tandem Axle Semi -Trailer $10.22 Truck Driver-Lowboy/Float $10.54 Truck Driver -Transit Mix $10.63 Truck Driver -Winch $9.80 .� City of Fort Worth Building and Construction Trades Prevailing Wage Rates for 2000 -� Classifications Hourly Rates Air Condition Mechanic $15.98 Air Condition Mechanic Helper $10.75 Acoustic Ceiling Installer $14.02 .. Acoustic Ceiling Installer Helper $10.88 Asbestos Worker $10.50 Bricklayer/Stone Mason $17.21 .. Bricklayer/Stone Mason Helper $10.16 Carpenter $13.92 S Carpenter Helper $10.38 Concrete Finisher $12.68 .. Concrete Finisher Helper $9.73 Concrete Form Builder $11.97 Concrete Form Builder Helper $9.42 .. Drywall Taper $11.33 Drywall Taper Helper $8.00 Electrician Journeyman $17.46 Electrician Helper $11.30 Electronic Technician $12.50 Electronic Technician Helper $8.50 Floor Layer (Carpet) $17.00 ,.® Floor Layer (Resilient) $16.00 Floor Layer Helper $13.50 Fort Worth Water Department D - 3 Special Conditions Glazier $15.02 Glazier Helper $10.90 Insulator $12.04 Insulator Helper $9.40 Laborer Common $7.85 Laborer Skilled $10.35 Lather $14.00 Lather Helper $11.00 Metal Building Assembler $10.00 Metal Building Assembler Helper $8.70 Painter $12.83 Painter Helper $8.35 Pipefitter $17.60 Pipefitter Helper $10.18 Plasterer $16.00 Plasterer Helper $11.00 Plumber $16.91 Plumber Helper $9.75 Reinforcing Steel Setter $10.40 Roofer $11.87 Roofer Helper $8.33 Sheet Metal Worker $14.45 Sheet Metal Worker Helper $9.57 Sheetrock Hanger $12.45 Sheetrock Hanger Helper $9.64 Sprinkler System Installer $16.87 Sprinkler System Installer Helper $10.13 Steel Worker Structural $11.36 Steel Worker Structural Helper t8.80 Welder $14.70 Welder Helper $11.74 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Crane, Clamshell, Backhoe, Derrick, Dragline, and Shovel $12.50 Forklift Operator $9.63 Foundation Drill Operator $13.00 Front End Loader Operator $11.22 Truck Driver $10.31 D-6 Contractor Compliance With Workers Compensation Laws A: Contractor's Worker's Compensation Insurance. Contractor agrees to provide to the Owner (City) a certificate showing that it has obtained a policy of workers compensation insurance covering each of its employees employed on the project in compliance with state law. No Notice to Proceed will be issued until the Contractor has complied with this section. B: Subcontractor's Worker's Compensation Insurance. Contractor agrees to require each and every subcontractor who will perform work on the project to provide to it a certificate from such subcontractor stating that the subcontractor has a policy of workers compensation insurance covering each employee employed on the project. Contractor sm PW .. ... PW .. am .= an am Fort Worth Water Department D - 4 Special Conditions .. II I, will not permit any subcontractor to perform work on the project until such certificate has been acquired. Contractor shall provide a copy of all such certificate to the Owner (City). C. Workers Compensation Insurance Coverage 1. Definitions: Certificate of coverage ("certificate"): A copy of a certificate of insurance, a certificate of authority to self -insure issued by the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission, or a coverage agreement (TWCC-81, TWCC-82, TWCC-83, or TWCC-84), showing statutory .. workers' compensation insurance coverage for the person's or entity's employees providing services on a project, for the duration of the project. .. Duration of the Project: Includes the time from the beginning of the work on the project until the contractor's/person's work on the project has been completed and accepted by the City. Persons providing services on the project ("subcontractor") includes all persons or entities performing all or part of the services the contractor has undertaken to perform on the project, regardless of whether that person contracted directly with the contractor and regardless of whether that person has employees. This includes, without limitation, .. independent contractors, subcontractors, leasing companies, motor carriers, owner - operators, employees of any such entity, or employees of any entity which furnishes persons to provide services on the project. "Services" include, without limitation, .. providing, hauling, or delivering equipment or materials, or providing labor, transportation, or other services related to a project. "Services" does not include activities unrelated to the project, such as foodibeverage vendors, office supply deliveries, and delivery of portable toilets. 2. The contractor shall provide coverage, based on proper reporting of classification dft codes and payroll amounts and filing of any coverage agreements, which meets the statutory requirements of Texas Labor Code, Section 401.011(44) for all employees of the contractor providing services of the project, for the duration of the project. 3. The Contractor must provide a certificate of coverage to the governmental entity prior to being awarded the contract. 4. If the coverage period shown on the contractor's current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the project, the contractor must, prior to the end of the coverage period, file a new certificate of coverage with the City showing that coverage has been extended. 5. The contractor shall obtain from each person providing services on a project, and provide to the City: Fort Worth Water Department D — 5 Special Conditions MM .. (a) a certificate of coverage, prior to that person beginning work on the project, so the governmental entity will have on file certificates of coverage showing coverage for all persons providing services on the project; and (b) no later than seven days after receipt by the contractor, a new certificate of .. coverage showing extension of coverage, if the coverage period shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the project. OM 6. The contractor shall retain all required certificates of coverage for the duration of the project and for one year thereafter. i 7. The contractor shall notify the City in writing by certified mail or personal delivery, within ten (10) days after the contractor knew or should have known, of any change that materially affects the provision of coverage of any person providing services on the project. 8. The contractor shall post on each project site a notice, in the text, form and manner im prescribed by the Texas Worker's Compensation Commission, informing all persons providing services on the project that they are required to be covered, and stating how a am person may verify coverage and report lack of coverage. 9. The contractor shall contractually require each person with whom it contracts to O, provide services on a project, to: (a) provide coverage, based on proper reporting on the classification codes and .. payroll amounts and filing of any coverage agreements, which meets the statutory requirements of Texas labor Code, Section 401.011(44) for all of its employees providing services on the project, for the duration of the project; .. (b) provide to the contractor, prior to that person beginning work on the project, a certificate of coverage showing that coverage is being provided for all employees -� of the person providing services on the project, for the duration of the project; (c) provide the contractor, prior to the end of the coverage period, a new certificate of coverage showing extension of coverage, if the coverage period shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the project; .� (d) obtain from each other person with whom it contracts, and provide to the _ contractor: (1) a certificate of coverage, prior to the other person beginning work on _ the project; and a■ Fort Worth Water Department D — 6 Special Conditions A (2) a new certificate of coverage showing extension of coverage, prior to the end of the coverage period, if the coverage period shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the project; (e) retain all required certificates of coverage on file for the duration of the project and for one year thereafter. .. (f) notify the City in writing by certified mail or personal delivery, within ten (10) days after the person knew or should have known, of any change that materially .t affects the provision of coverage of any person providing services on the project; and ••. (g) contractually require each person with whom it contracts, to perform as required by paragraphs (a) - (g), with the certificates of coverage to be provided to the person for whom they are providing services. 10. By signing this contract or providing or causing to be provided a certificate of coverage, the contractor is representing to the City that all employees of the contractor who will provide services on the project will be covered by worker's compensation coverage for the duration of the project, that the coverage will be based on proper reporting of classification codes and payroll amounts, and that all coverage agreements will be filed with the appropriate insurance carrier or, in the case of a self -insured, with the Texas Worker's Compensation Commission's Division of Self -Insurance Regulation. Providing false or misleading information may subject the contractor to administrative penalties, criminal penalties, civil penalties or other civil actions. oft 11. The contractor's failure to comply with any of these provisions is a breach of contract by the contractor which entitles the City to declare the contract void if the contractor does not remedy the breach within ten days after receipt of notice of breach from the City. aft D. Posting of Required Worker's Compensation Coverage. The contractor shall post a notice on each project site informing all persons providing services on the project that .ft they are required to be covered, and stating how a person may verify current coverage and report failure to provide coverage. This notice does not satisfy other posting requirements imposed by the Texas Worker's Compensation Act or other Texas Worker's �• Compensation Commission rules. This notice must be printed with a title in at least 30 point bold type and text in at least 19 point normal type, and shall be in both English and Spanish and any other language common to the worker population. The text for the notices shall be the following text, without any additional words or changes: REQUIRED WORKER'S COMPENSATION COVERAGE "The law requires that each person working on this site or providing services related to this construction project must be covered by worker's compensation insurance. This Ao` includes persons providing, hauling, or delivering equipment or materials, or providing ., Fort Worth Water Department D — 7 Special Conditions sm labor or transportation or other service related to the project, regardless of the identity of their employer or status as an employee". OR "Call the Texas Worker's Compensation Commission at 512-440-3789 to receive information on the legal requirement for coverage, to verify whether your employer has .m provided the required coverage, or to report an employer's failure to provide coverage. D-7 Additional Insurance Requirements am A. The City, its officers, employees and servants shall be endorsed as an additional insured on Contractor's insurance policies excepting employer's liability insurance "" coverage under Contractor's workers' compensation insurance policy. B. Certificates of insurance shall be delivered to the City of Fort Worth, contract XM administrator in the respective department as specified in the bid documents, 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102, prior to commencement of work on the contracted project. MM C. Any failure on part of the City to request required insurance documentation shall an not constitute a waiver of the insurance requirements specified herein. D. Each insurance policy shall be endorsed to provide the City a minimum thirty days _ notice of cancellation, non -renewal, and/or material change in policy terms or coverage. A ten days notice shall be acceptable in the event of non-payment of premium. am E. Insurers must be authorized to do business in the State of Texas and have a current A.M. Best rating of A: VII or equivalent measure of financial strength and solvency. .. F. Deductible limits, or self -funded retention limits, on each policy must not exceed $10,000.00 per occurrence unless otherwise approved by the City. _ G. Other than worker's compensation insurance, in lieu of traditional insurance, City may consider alternative coverage or risk treatment measures through insurance pools or am risk retention groups. The City must approve in writing any alternative coverage. H. Workers' compensation insurance policy(s) covering employees employed on the project shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation providing rights of recovery in favor of the City. I. City shall not be responsible for the direct payment of insurance premium costs for contractor's insurance. _ am Fort Worth Water Department D — 8 Special Conditions O` J. Contractor's insurance policies shall each be endorsed to provide that such Aft insurance is primary protection and any self -funded or commercial coverage maintained by City shall not be called upon to contribute to loss recovery. K. In the course of the project, Contractor shall report, in a timely manner, to City's officially designated contract administrator any known loss occurrence which could give rise to a liability claim or lawsuit or which could result in a property loss. L. Contractor's liability shall not be limited to the specified amounts of insurance .m required herein. M. Upon the request of City, Contractor shall provide complete copies of all insurance policies required by these contract documents. D-8 Coordination with Fort Worth Water Department: r. During the construction of this project, it will be necessary to deactivate, for a period of time, existing sewer mains. The Contractor shall be required to coordinate with the Water am Department to determine the best times for deactivating and activating those mains. D-9 Damage to Private Property The Contractor shall immediately repair or replace any damage to private property, including but not limited to fences, walls, pavement and water and sewer services, at no cost to the Owner. This shall be subsidiary to the contract and not a pay item. D-10 Project Designation Sign: Project Signs are required at all locations which will be under construction for more than _ thirty (30) calendar days. Project Signs shall be in accordance with Figure 30 (dated 9- 18-96) of the General Contract Documents. The signs maybe mounted on skids or on posts. The exact location and methods of mounting shall be approved by the Engineer. Any and all costs for the required materials, labor, and equipment necessary for the furnishing of Project Signs shall be considered as a subsidiary cost of the project and no additional compensation will be allowed. D-11 Traffic Control The Contractor shall be responsible for providing traffic control during construction of this project consistent with the provisions set forth in the "1980 Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways" issued under the authority of the "State of Texas Uniform Act Regulating Traffic on Highways", codified as .,..,.......��, 6701d Vernon's Civil Statutes, pertinent sections being Section Nos 27, 29, 30. am A'L MY SHIC-61111Y Fort Worth Water Department D — 9 Special Conditions on The Contractor shall execute this work in such a manner as to create a minimum of interruption to traffic and pedestrian facilities and to allow flow of vehicular and oft pedestrian,traffic within the project area. Barricades, warning, and detour signs shall conform to the Standard Specifications for .. Street and Storm Drain Construction, "Barriers and Warning and/or Detour Signs", Item 524, and/or as directed by the Engineer. The Contractor will not remove any regulatory sign, instructional sign, street name sign, or other sign which may be erected by the City. If it is determined that a sign must be removed to permit required construction, the Contractor shall contact Transportation and Public Works Department, Signs and Markings Division, (817-871-8075) to remove the sign. In the case of regulatory signs, the Contractor must replace the permanent sign with a temporary sign meeting the requirements of the above referenced manual and such temporary sign must be installed prior to the removal of the permanent sign. If the temporary sign is not installed correctly of if it does not meet the required specifications, the permanent sign shall be left in place until the temporary sign requirements are met. When construction work is completed to the extent that the permanent sign can be re- installed, the Contractor shall again contact the Signs and Markings Division to re -install the permanent sign and shall leave his temporary sign in place until such re -installation is .. complete. .. D-12 Existing Utilities: The plans show the locations of all known surface and subsurface structures. However, the Owner assumes no responsibility for failure to show any or all of these structures on the Plans, or to show them in their exact location. It is mutually agreed that such failure shall not be considered sufficient basis for claims for additional compensation for extra .. work or for increasing the pay quantities in any manner whatsoever. The Contractor shall be responsible for verifying the locations of and protecting all -� existing utilities, service lines, or other property crossed or exposed by his construction operations. Contractor shall make all necessary provisions for the support, protection, relocation, and or temporary relocation of all utility poles, gas lines, telephone cables, utility services, water mains, sanitary sewer lines, electrical cables, drainage pipes, and all other utilities and structures both above and below ground during construction. The Contractor is liable for all damages done to such existing facilities as a result of his operations and any and all cost incurred for the protection and or temporary relocation of such facilities shall be included in the cost bid per linear foot of pipe installed. NO ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION WILL BE ALLOWED. rp existing utilities or service lines are cut, broken or damaged, the Contractor shall .m replace or repair the utilities or service lines with the same type of original material and construction, or better, unless otherwise shown or noted on the plans, at his own cost and expense. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Owner of the damaged utility or .. Fort Worth Water Department D —10 Special Conditions am aft .. service line. He shall cooperate with the owners of all utilities to locate existing Aft underground facilities and notify the Engineer at once of any conflicts in grades and alignment. In case it is necessary to change or move the property of any owner of a public utility, such property shall not be moved or interfered with until ordered to do so by the Engineer. The right is reserved to the owner of public utilities to enter upon the limits of the project for the purpose of making such changes or repairs, of their property that may be made necessary by performance of this contract. D-13 Exnloratory Excavations: Am In addition to those areas as may be designated on the Drawings, it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to excavate and locate existing utilities which may affect construction of the water and/or sewer facilities. All exploratory excavations shall .. occur far enough in advance to permit any necessary relocation to be made with minimum delay. All costs incurred by the Contractor in making exploratory excavations shall be considered to be included in the unit price bid for constructing of water/sewer line or the .� associated structures. 0% D-14 Safety Restrictions -- Work Near High Voltage Lines The following procedures will be followed regarding the subject item on this contract: 1. When necessary to work within six feet of high voltage electric lines, notification shall be given the power company (TXU) who will erect temporary mechanical barriers, de -energize the lines, or raise or lower the lines. The work done by the electric company shall not be at the expense of the City of Fort Worth. The Contractor shall maintain an accurate log of all such calls to TXU, and shall record action taken in each case. 2. The Contractor is responsible for making arrangements with TXU for the oft relocation of existing high voltage lines at the Contractor's sole expense. am D-15 Water For Construction Water for construction shall be furnished by the City at no expense to the Contractor. Contractor shall be required to secure the use of a fire hydrant meter. D-16 Connection of Existing Mains: The Contractor shall determine the exact location, elevation, configuration and angulation of existing water or sanitary sewer lines prior to manufacturing of the connecting piece. Any differences in locations, elevation, configuration, and or angulation of existing lines "' between the contract drawings and what may be encountered in the said work shall be .. Fort Worth Water Department D — I 1 Special Conditions r. on considered as incidental to construction. Where it is required to shut down existing mains in order to make proposed connections, such down time shall be coordinated with the oft Engineer, and all efforts shall be made to keep this down time to a minimum. In case of shutting down an existing main, the Contractor shall notify the project inspector at least 48-hours prior to the required shut down time. The Contractor's attention is directed to Am Paragraph C5-5.15 INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE, Page C5-5(5), PART C - GENERAL CONDITIONS OF THE WATER DEPARTMENT GENERAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. The Contractor shall notify the .• customer both personally and in writing as to the location, time, and schedule of the service interruption. The cost of removing any existing concrete blocking shall be included in the cost of connection. Unless bid separately all cost incurred.shall be included in the linear foot price bid for the appropriate pipe size. D-17 ,Tflxytn� Ifll, and Compaction Trench excavation and backfill under parking lots, driveways, gravel surface roads, within easements, and within existing or future right of way shall be in accordance with Section E1-2 Backfill and E2-2 Excavation and Backfill of the General Contract W` Specifications except as specified herein: A. TRENCH EXCAVATION: In accordance with Section E2-2 Excavation and Backfill, if the stated maximum trench widths are exceeded, either through accident or otherwise, the Contractor will be required to support the pipe with an approved trench bottom. The expense of such remedial measures shall be entirely the Contractor's own. All trenching operations shall be confined to the width of permanent rights of way, permanent easements, and any temporary construction easements. All excavations shall .. be in strict compliance with OSHA requirements. B. TRENCH BACKFILL: Trenches which lie outside of existing or future pavement shall be backfilled above the top of the embedment material with type "C" backfill material. Excavated material used for Type "C" backfill must be mechanically compacted unless the Contractor can furnish the Engineer with satisfactory evidence that the P.I. of the excavated material is less than 8. Such evidence shall be a test report from an independent testing laboratory and must include representative samples of soils in all involved areas. If excavated material is obviously granular in nature, containing little or no plastic material, the Engineer may waive the test report requirement. See E1-2.3, Type "C" or "D" Backfill, and E2-2.11 Trench Backfill for additional requirements. When Type "C" backfill is not suitable, at the direction of the Engineer, Type `B" backfill material shall be used. NM In general, sand material specified shall be obtained from an approved source and shall consist of durable particles, free of thin or elongated pieces, lumps of clay, loam, or vegetable matter and shall meet the following gradation: .. Fort Worth Water Department D — 12 Special Conditions an MZ ZJ Sieve Size % Retained #4 0-5 #16 0-20 #50 0 — 50 #100 60 — 95 #200 90 - 100 C. TRENCH COMPACTION: All trench backfill shall be in lifts per E2-2.9 Backfill. Trenches which lied outside of existing or future pavements shall be compacted to a minimum of 95% Standard Proctor Density (ASTM D698) by means of tamping. .. Trenches which lie under existing or future pavement shall be backfilled per details to 100% Standard Proctor Density by jetting, mechanical tamping, or a combination of methods. Backfill material to be mechanically tamped must be within +- 4% of its optimum moisture content. The top two (2) feet of trenches may be rolled in with heavy equipment, provided it is placed in lifts appropriate to the material being used and the operation can be performed without damage to the installed pipe. AM The Contractor shall obtain the services of an independent testing laboratory to perform trench compaction tests per ASTM standards on trench backfill. Soil densities shall be am performed at two (2) foot vertical intervals beginning at a level two (2) feet above the top of the installed pipe and continuing to the top of the completed backfill at intervals along the trench not to exceed 100 linear feet. The Contractor shall be responsible for Am providing access and trench safety system to the level of trench backfill to be tested. No extra compensation will be allowed for exposing the backfill layer to be tested or oft providing trench safety system for tests. D-18 Valve Blocking AM All buried valves shall have concrete blocking for support. Valves shall have polyethylene wrapping per Material Specification E1-13 and Construction Specification E2-13 installed prior to concrete blocking. No separate payment will be made for any of the work involved with this item and all costs incurred will be considered to be included in the lump sum price for buried valves. D-19 Detectable Warning Tape Detectable underground utility warning tapes which can be located from the surface by a pipe detector shall be installed directly above non-metallic water or sanitary sewer pipe. The detectable tape shall be "Detect Tape" manufactured by Allen Systems Inc., or approved equal, and shall consist of a minimum thickness of 0.35 mils solid aluminum foil encased in a protective inert plastic jacket that is impervious to all known alkalis, acids, chemical reagents, and solvents found in soil. The minimum overall thickness of Am Fort Worth Water Department D — 13 Special Conditions am the tape shall be 5.5 mils and the width shall not be less than 2". The tape shall be color coded and imprinted with the following message as follows: on Water Safety Blue Caution! Buried Water Line Below Sewer Safety Green Caution! Buried Sewer Line Below ,m Installation of detectable tape shall be per manufacturer's recommendations and shall be as close to the grade as practical for optimum protection and detectability. Allow a .. minimum of 18" between the tape and pipe. Payment for work such as backfill, bedding, blocking, detectable tape, and all other appurtenances required shall be considered subsidiary to the cost of pipe installation. D-20 Disposal of Svoil/Fill Material: .. Prior to the disposing of any spoil/fill material, the contractor shall advise the Director of the Department of Engineering, acting as the City of Fort Worth's Flood Plain Administrator ("Administrator"), of the location of all sites where the contractor intends to dispose of such material. Contractor shall not dispose of such material until the proposed sites have been determined by the Administrator to meet the requirements of the Flood Plain Ordinance of the City of Fort Worth (Ordinance No. 11517). All disposal sites must be approved by the Administrator to ensure that filling is not occurring within a flood plain without a permit. A flood plain permit can be issued upon approval of necessary engineering studies. No fill permit is required if disposal sites are not in a flood plain. Approval of the contractors disposal sites shall be evidenced by a letter signed by the Administrator stating that the site is not in a known flood plain or by a Flood Plain Fill Permit authorizing fill within the flood plain. Any expenses associated with obtaining the fill permit, including any necessary engineering studies, shall be at contractors' expense. In the event that the contractor disposes of spoil/fill material at a site without a fill permit or a letter from the Administrator approving the disposal site, upon notification by the Director of the Department of Engineering, Contractor shall remove the spoil/fill material at its expense and dispose of such materials in accordance •• with the Ordinances of the City and this section. D-21 Temporary Soil Erosion, Sediment, and Water Pollution Prevention Control .. A. DESCRIPTION: Temporary soil erosion, sediment, and water pollution control measures deemed necessary by the Engineer for the duration of the contract shall be No placed by the Contractor. These measures shall at no time be used as a substitute for the permanent control measures unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. The temporary measures shall include dikes, dams, berms, sediment basins, fiber mats, jute netting, o` temporary seeding, straw mulch, asphalt mulch, plastic liners, rubble liners, baled hay retards, slope drains, and other devices. an B. CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS: The Engineer has the authority to define erodible earth and the authority to limit the surface area of erodible earth material ,m Fort Worth Water Department D — 14 Special Conditions am got .. MM exposed by preparing of right of way and clearing and grubbing and shall direct the Contractor to provide temporary pollution control measures to prevent contamination of adjacent streams,'other water courses, lakes, ponds, or other areas of water impoundment. Temporary pollution control measures shall be used to prevent or correct erosion that may develop during construction prior to installation of permanent pollution control installations. The Engineer shall limit the area of preparing of right of way, clearing and grubbing, excavation, and borrow to be proportional to the Contractor's capability and progress. The Contractor shall also conform to the following practices and controls: ,^ 1. Waste or disposal areas and construction roads shall be located and iconstructed in a manner that will minimize the amount of sediment entering streams. 2. Frequent fording of live streams will not be permitted; therefore, temporary bridges or other structures shall be used. 3. When work areas or material sources are located in or adjacent to live streams, such areas shall be separated from the stream by a dike or other barrier to keep sediment from entering a flowing stream. C. SUBMITTAL: Prior to start of the applicable construction, the Contractor shall Ma submit for approval his schedules for accomplishment of soil erosion control work and his plan to keep the area of erodible soil to a minimum. No work shall be started until the erosion control schedules have been submitted and reviewed by the Engineer. Am D. PAYMENT: All labor, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the i work under Temporary Water Pollution Control will not be paid directly but will be considered to be subsidiary to the work under various items within the contract. D-22 Protection of Trees, Plants, and Soil: All property along and adjacent to the Contractor's operations including lawns, yards, .a shrubs, trees, etc. shall be preserved or restored, after completion of the work, to a condition equal to or better than existed prior to the start of work. �• By ordinance, the Contractor must obtain a permit from the City Forester before any work (trimming, removal, or root pruning) can be done on trees or shrubs growing on public property including street Rights -of -Ways and designated alleys. This permit can be obtained by calling the Forestry Office at 871-5738. All tree work shall be in compliance with pruning standards for Class H Pruning as described by the National Arborist Association. A copy of these standards can be provided by calling the above number. ' Any damage to public trees due to negligence by the Contractor shall be assessed using Fort Worth Water Department D — 15 Special Conditions Am the current formula for Shade Tree Evaluation as defined by the International Society of Arboriculture. Payment for negligent damage to public trees shall be made to the City of Fort Worth and may be withheld from funds due the Contractor by the City. To prevent the spread of the Oak Wilt fungus, all wounds on Live Oak and Red Oak trees .. shall be immediately sealed using a commercial pruning paint. This is the only instance when pruning paint is recommended. No separate payment will be made for any of the work involved for this item and all costs incurred will be considered a subsidiary cost of the project. i am aft Oft MM r aft Fort Worth Water Department D — 16 Special Conditions dw P" PART 1 7-3 1-1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE ITEM 01010 SUMMARY OF WORK A. The Contractor shall complete the work as specified in the plans and specifications. ration is 6111 Shady Dell Drive. 1.02 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS A. The work covered by these Contract Documents consists of the complete replacement of two pumps and motors, replacement of a third motor and pump impeller, installation of valves, piping, electrical switchgear, pump station building modifications, site improvements, new meter station, as designated on the construction drawings, in accordance with the contract documents. B. In the Contract Documents the words "furnish", "install", and "construct" shall mean for the contractors to furnish all labor, tools, material, and miscellaneous items necessary to complete the work as specified and as shown in the drawings. C. The scope of work to be completed is defined by the drawings and these specifications. Any part, appurtenance, or miscellaneous item of work which is reasonably implied or normally required to make the installation satisfactorily and completely operable, even if not specifically required by the drawings and/or specifications, shall be provided by the Contractor at no additional cost. In general terms, the work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and related items as required to complete the installation. D. Comply with applicable building codes 1. Comply with city, state, and national codes as a minimum or the requirements of these documents if more stringent than codes. 2. All work is to be inspected by the appropriate Code Enforcement Officers. All permit fees shall be waived by the City of Fort Worth. no E. The work to be provided under this Contract is not necessarily limited to the foregoing descriptions. Accordingly, the Contractor shall thoroughly study the drawings, the specifications, and the existing facilities to fully understand the extent of the work. 1.03 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT Measurement and payment shall be as described in Item 01025, "Measurement and Payment". Payment shall constitute complete compensation for all work involved in furnishing labor, materials, equipment, tools, and related items to execute this Contract. 1.04 WORK SEQUENCE Coordinate the construction schedule and operations with the Owner and Engineer, per construction drawings, and as specified in Item 01310 — Construction Schedules. 1.05 DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS The following descriptions are intended to clarify the nature of the work required for this project. Each bid item includes all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the item. Bid Item 1 — Pump Station Site Work and Landscaping: Site work shall include all labor, materials, and equipment required for removal and disposal of existing underground piping shown to be removed, for removal and disposal of existing meter vault, air/vacuum valve manhole, and chlorine injection pipe access manhole, for removal of designated meter boxes, for removal and replacement of landscaping shrubbery, for installation of new landscaping, for placement and maintenance of silt fencing, and for hydro -mulching and seeding of site after finish grading. This bid item shall be measured and paid at the lump sum price. Bid Item 2 — Demolition, Salvage, Relocation and Removal of Designated Equipment: Salvage and demolition shall include the labor, materials, and equipment required to remove existing mechanical (including piping, valves, and fittings), structural, and electrical equipment from the existing pump station, relocation of designated equipment, including pressure transmitters, salvage designated equipment for use by the City, and dispose of remaining equipment designated for removal. Bid price shall be measured and paid at the lump sum bid price. Bid Item 3 — Reinforced Concrete Drivewav: Work shall include all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to remove existing asphalt driveway and reinforced concrete ribbon curb and replace, to the line and grade specified, with new 6" thick reinforced concrete driveway. Work shall include handicap striping and signing, expansion joints, Fort Worth Water Department 01010 - 2 summary of Work �, construction joints, sawcutting as necessary, and all incidentals required to install a new reinforced concrete driveway. Bid Item 4 — Pump Station Building Modifications, including; Concrete and Masonry Work and New Door and Hardware: Work shall include the labor and materials to remove existing window to chlorine room, existing fan to chlorine room, existing glass door and frame to pump station building, and replace with reinforced masonry construction and new front access door. In addition, work shall include the removal of ` the interior wall and doorway to chlorine room, as designated on construction plans. Work shall be all-inclusive for all reinforced concrete and masonry work to pump station building as denoted on the construction plans and as required to install new equipment and piping, and conduits. Bid Price shall be measured and paid at the lump sum price. Bid Item 5 — Aluminum Handrail System: Work shall include the labor and materials required to install a new aluminum handrail system, including all anchor bolts, fasteners, welding, connections, kick plate, etc, as required to install a complete handrail system meeting the requirements of local, state and OSHA codes. Bid price shall be measured .. and paid per linear foot of handrail installed. .. Bid Item 6 — Demolition of Existing? Sidewalk and Installation of Handicap Ramp: Work shall include the labor to remove the existing sidewalk and stairs, from the driveway to the porch, and install a new 4' wide, minimum 6" thick, reinforced concrete handicap ramp, to the lines and grades shown on the construction plans, according to local, state, and OSHA codes. Bid price shall be measured and paid per square foot of new handicap ramp installed. Bid Item 7 — Trench and Excavation Safety: Trench and Excavation safety shall include a trench safety plan, prepared by a Licensed Engineer in the state of Texas, and all labor, equipment, and materials required to implement the plan during the construction of the pump station piping and meter station. Trench Safety shall be paid per linear foot of trench protected, or perimeter of structure shored, as described in Item 02223 "Trench Safety Systems". Bid Item 8 — Pump and Motor Assembly: This item shall consist of the unit price for furnishing and installing horizontal centrifugal pump and motors, all pump power and monitoring cables, anchor bolts and anchorages, and the reinforced concrete base necessary to install a functioning pumping system, according to plans and specifications. Work shall include testing, start-up, support, and warranty. Bid price shall be measured and paid per pump and motor installed. Bid Item 9 — Pump #1 Motor and Impeller on Existin-P Base: Work shall include the labor, materials, and equipment necessary to remove the existing 75 HP motor and install a new 100 HP motor. In addition, the existing pump impeller shall be removed and replaced with a larger diameter impeller, as specified in the contract documents. Bid prices shall be measured and paid by the lump sum. Fort Worth Water Department 0I010 - 3 Summary of Work Bid Item 10 —12" FL x FL Gate Valves in Pump Station Building: Work shall include the labor, materials, and equipment necessary to furnish and install 12" diameter flanged by flanged gate valves with handwheel actuators, as designated on the construction plans and according to specifications. Bid price shall be measured and paid per gate valve installed. Bid Item 11 — 12" FL x FL Top Mounted Oil Cushioned Tilted Disc Check Valves: Work shall include the labor, materials, and equipment necessary to furnish and install 12" diameter flanged by flanged slanted disc check valve with controlled closing, as designated on the construction plans and according to specifications. Work shall include testing, start-up, support, and warranty. Bid price shall be measured and paid per check valve installed. Bid Item 12 — Pump Station Mechanical Piving and Fittings: Included in this lump sum bid item is the delivery and installation of all piping, fittings, couplings, gauges, pipe supports, anchor bolts, flanged joint bolts and nuts, gaskets, pipe painting, and all miscellaneous work and materials associated with installation of pump station piping. Item shall be measured and paid by the lump sum for the complete installation of all pump station piping and fittings. Bid Item 13 — Underground Pipine and Fittings: This item shall pay per lump sum for the installation of all underground piping and fittings. Price shall include all testing required for pipe, sawcutting and removal of existing reinforced concrete pump station floor, all trenching and dewatering, all bedding and backfill, all locator tape, all polyethylene wrap, all concrete thrust blocks and mechanical joint retainer glands, all solid sleeve and/or transition sleeves. Work shall include all small diameter fittings such as tapping sleeves, corporations, and curb stops. Work shall include installation of underground water pipe, drain pipe, pressure indication pipe and tubing, copper tubing, stainless steel tubing, etc. Pipe and fittings shall be of the make and class specified on �. the plans and described in the specification. Bid price shall be measured and paid at the lump sum for installation of underground piping. Bid Item 14 — Buried 16" Gate Valve Assemblies: This item shall pay per 16" gate valve assembly installed. Work shall include the labor, materials, and equipment necessary to install a 16" diameter resilient seat gate valve, concrete foundation, cushion pad, concreter riser pipe, concrete top section, cast iron ring, frame, and cover, and all incidentals necessary to install the gate valve assembly according to standard details and specifications. Bid price shall be measured and paid per 16" diameter buried gate valve �» installed. Bid Item 15 — Fire Hvdrant Assemblv: This item shall pay per fire hydrant assembly installed. Work shall include the labor, materials and equipment necessary to install a fire hydrant, concrete blocking, extension barrel (as required), embedment, and all incidentals necessary for a complete and working fire hydrant. Bid price shall be measured and paid per fire hydrant assembly installed. Fort Worth Water Department 01010 - 4 Summary of Work Bid Item 16 — 2" Combination Air/Vacuum Valve Assembly: This item shall pay per combination air/vacuum valve assembly installed. Work shall include the labor, materials, and equipment necessary to furnish and install a 2" diameter combination air/vacuum valve, embedment material, polyethylene cushion, concrete foundation, concrete riser pipe, concrete top section, cast iron ring, frame, and cover, 2" gate valves and fittings, and all incidentals necessary for a complete and functioning air/vacuum valve assembly. Bid price shall be measured and paid per combination air/vacuum valve assembly installed. Bid Item 17 — Meter Vault Assembly: This item shall consist of the lump sum price to install a transit time meter station. Work shall include the excavation for the meter vault, placement of a cast -in -place reinforced concrete meter vault, backfill of meter vault, installation of lockable aluminum access hatch, installation of aluminum ladder with ladder -up safety extension, installation of sump pump and control panel, installation of transit time meter according to plans and specification, installation of sampling station with associated piping, valves, and fittings, placement of electrical conduit and circuit from meter station to pump station, installation of lighting fixtures, placement of piping, fittings, couplings, and valves within meter vault, placement of miscellaneous hardware, anchorages, and support brackets, all in accordance with the plans and specifications. Bid prices shall be measured and paid per lump sum for meter station and vault assembly. Bid Item 18 — Pumn Station HVAC, including Fan and Louvers: Lump sum price shall include furnishing and installing all exterior louvers, installation of exhaust fan, all building and structure modifications, and all incidentals associated with furnishing and installing the ventilation system. Bid Item 19 — Pump Station Electrical and Instrumentation: Lump sum price shall include furnishing and installing all conduit, conductors, relays, electrical hardware, junction boxes, grounding system, pump starters and circuit breakers, power factor correction capacitors, electrical panels, lighting, receptacles, switches, and enclosures. Price shall include installation of equipment provided under "Pump Station SCADA . Control Modifications". Lump sum price shall include all incidentals necessary to operate, control, and monitor expanded pump station. Bid Item 20 — Pump Station SCADA Control Modifications: Contract allowance. Exact scope of work under bid item is defined in Appendix `B" of contract documents. Contractor shall be responsible for insuring that all work be performed as required to ensure a fully functional SCADA control and monitoring system. ® PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable in PART 3 EXECUTION - Not Applicable Fort Worth Water Department 01010 - 5 Summary of Work ITEM 01025 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION Measurement of an item of work shall be as specified in the Bid Proposal and payment will be as specified in this section. 1.02 RELATED INFORMATION A. Bid Forms -' B. Special Instructions to Bidders C. Contract and Bonds D. General Conditions E. Section 01310 — Construction Schedules F. Section 01370 — Schedule of Values 1.03 BID A. The amount bid for each bid item shall be the full amount paid to the Contractor for completing the specified work unless altered by change order. B. Required items of work and incidentals necessary for the satisfactory completion of the work which are not specifically listed in the Bid Proposal, and which are not specified in this section to be measured or to be included in one of the items listed in the Bid Proposal, shall be considered as incidental to the work. All costs thereof, including Contractor's overhead costs and profit, shall be considered as included in the various bid items. Contractor shall prepare his bid accordingly. C. Work includes furnishing all labor, equipment, tools, and materials and performing all operations required to complete the work satisfactorily, complete in place, as specified and as indicated by the Contract Documents. Fort Worth Water Department 01025 - 1 Measurement and Payment 1.04 MEASUREMENT Measurement of an item of work will be made by the unit indicated in the Bid Proposal and will include all work listed therein. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 PROGRESS PAYMENT SUBMITTAL Prepare and submit three (3) copies of the following with each progress payment request: OR A. A listing of the value of work complete for each bid item. Lump sum bid items shall indicate the value complete of each item listed on the accepted schedule of values. B. A listing of the value of materials stored applicable to each bid item or, in the case of lump sum bid items, the schedule of values item. Invoices indicating the fiill value of materials on hand must also be submitted. C. An updated project schedule. D. An updated listing of subcontractors and suppliers. E. NMBE Monthly Report F. List of Development Department Inspections, copy of inspection cards Fort Worth Water Department 01025 - 2 Measurement and Payment ITEM 01040 COORDINATION PART1 GENERAL 1.01 UTILITIES Coordinate work with various utilities within the project limits in accordance with '" General Conditions. Notify applicable utilities prior to commencing work, if damage occurs, or if conflicts or emergencies arise during the work. A. TXU Energy: Contractor shall coordinate with TXU as required to complete the work within the project scope. B. Southwestern Bell: Contractor shall coordinate with Southwestern Bell as required to complete the work within the project scope. 1.02 PROJECT MEETINGS A. Pre -Construction Conference 1. As set forth in the General Conditions to be held at site. 2. Contractor shall be prepared to discuss the following subjects, as a minimum: a. Sequencing of critical path work items b. Project changes and clarification process C. Use of site, access, and storage; security and temporary facilities; community relations. d. Major equipment delivery and priorities e. Contractor's trench and confined space safety plan 3. Attendees may include, but are not limited to: a. Owner's representative b. Engineer's representative C. Contractor .. d. Equipment manufacturer e. Parks Department B. Progress Meetings 1. Construction Inspector will schedule regular progress meetings at site, conducted monthly to review work progress, progress schedule, shop drawings and sample submissions schedule, Fort Worth Water Department 01040 - 1 Coordination application for payment, contract modifications, and other matters needing discussion and resolution. 2. Attendees will include Owner's representative, Contractor, Engineer, and others as appropriate. 1.03 PHYSICAL CONDITIONS A. Exercise reasonable care to verify locations of existing subsurface structures and underground facilities, proceeding in accordance with the General Conditions. B. Thoroughly check immediate and adjacent areas subject to excavation by visual examination (and by electronic metal and pipe detection equipment, as necessary) for indications of subsurface structures and underground facilities. C. Make exploratory excavations where existing underground facilities or structures may potentially conflict with proposed underground facilities or structures. Conduct exploratory excavations in presence of Owner's representative and sufficiently ahead of construction to avoid possible delays to Contractor's work. 1.04 REFERENCE POINTS AND SURVEYS A. Location and elevation of benchmarks are shown on drawings. B. Dimensions and coordinate points for lines and elevations for grades of structures, appurtenances, and utilities are indicated on the drawings, together with other pertinent information required for laying out work. If conditions vary from those indicated, notify Engineer immediately, who will make minor adjustments if required. C. Engineer may perform checks to verify accuracy of Contractor's layout work and that completed work complies with Contract Documents. D. Any existing survey points or other control markers destroyed without proper authorization will be replaced at Contractor's expense. E. Contractor's responsibilities shall include: 1. Provide survey and layout as required to complete the work. 2. Locate and protect reference points prior to site preparation. 3. Re-establish reference points resulting from destruction by Contractor's operations. Fort Worth Water Department 01040 - 2 Coordination Ww 4. Maintain accurate log of survey work as it progresses as a Record Document. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION - Not Applicable a* .ft fi so as ,� Fort Worth Water Department 0)040 - 3 Coordination AN ,w dw low I -- a* .t ITEM 01051 GRADES, LINES, AND LEVELS PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE All construction stakes shall be provided by the Contractor using the bench marks and reference points provided by the Engineer's representative. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 GRADES, LINES, AND LEVELS A. Existing Dimensions and Elevations 1. Dimensions and elevations shown on the plans for existing strictures were taken from previous constriction record drawings and field surveys. Contractor shall verify actual dimensions and elevations prior to final fabrication of any materials or otherwise proceeding with work affected by dimensions or.elevations of existing structures. 2. Contractor shall at no additional cost make whatever adjustments in the work as necessary to fit the actual dimensions and elevations of existing structures. B. Tolerances 1. The Contractor shall construct all new structures and pipelines under this contract to within 0.1 feet of the alignments and to within 0.02 feet of the grades shown on the drawings. 2. Support structures for equipment shall be constructed to tolerances specified by the equipment manufacturer. 3. Site grading shall be constructed to within 0.1 feet of the grades. 4. In all cases, the grading must be such that positive drainage is maintained. 5. Any work constructed or installed in alignments or elevations other than that specified herein and on the drawings shall be removed and replaced at no additional cost to the Owner. Fort Worth Water Department 01051 - 1 Grades, Lines, and Levels IV 063 E. F Within ten days after the effective date of the agreement, the Contractor shall verify the grade and location of all permanent benchmarks. If a discrepancy is found the Engineer shall have the bench marks checked and resolve the discrepancy. After such time, the Contractor shall be responsible for the accuracy and protection of the bench marks. Construction Staking 1. The Contractor shall be responsible for layout, staking, and control of all grades, lines, and levels. 2. The Contractor shall employ experienced survey personnel to layout the work. The Contractor shall safeguard all permanent bench marks at the site and shall bear the cost of replacing the bench marks and assume entire expense of correcting work improperly constructed due to failure to maintain and protect such established points and marks. Prior to initiating construction activities, Contractor shall contact Engineer's representative for inspection of location of construction staking and offset staking. Fort Worth Water Department 01051 - 2 Grades, Lines, and Levels ITEM 01300 SUBMITTALS PART1 GENERAL AM 1.01 SCOPE A. Submit administrative submittals as specified including, but not limited to: dw 1. Construction Schedules (Reference Item 01310) 2. Progress Reports (Reference Item 01320) r" 3. Operation and Maintenance Data (Reference Item 01430) 4. Progress Payment Requests (Reference Item 01025 5. Project Closeout Submittals (Reference Item 01700) B. Submit product and equipment submittal information as specified. 1.02 RELATED WORK AND SPECIFICATIONS A. General Provisions B. Technical specifications list submittal requirements for each item. " PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 PRODUCT AND SHOP DRAWING SUBMITTAL DATA As applicable, the following types of data are required: A. Fabrication and Erection (or Placement). Dimensioned drawings, lists, and schedules. B. Catalog Sheets C. Specification Sheets D. Certifications E. Laboratory, shop, or mill test reports F. Basis of design and design calculations, test procedures, and related information as required per various sections of these specifications. G. Experience and facilities brochures Fort Worth Water Department 01300 - 1 Submittals H. Samples I. Parts lists J. Operation and maintenance manuals 3.02 INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN PRODUCT SUBMITTALS AND SHOP DRAWINGS OW All data needed to determine the following facts shall be submitted: A. Conformance to specifications, including kind, type, size, arrangement, and operation of component materials and devices. ou B. Conformance to plans, including dimensions, orientation, appearance, external connections and anchorages, and installation clearances. C. Specific purpose of design conditions, and adequacy to meet same: weights, dynamic loads, supports required, and operating characteristics. D. Coordination with other work, including items needed by this trade, but furnished by others, and information needed by others to perform their part. E. Exceptions to or deviations from specific requirements, if any, and reasons r� for same. F. Delivery Date OR 1. This should be stated as a firm date of delivery, not measured for approval of drawings to date of shipping. For this purpose, the time taken to review data may be taken as not exceeding 21 days. The Owner or Engineer do not assume responsibility for correctness or completeness of the data.., 2. The Contractor should determine that proposed delivery dates will not cause delay or result in failure to complete the project on time. 3. No extension of time or waiver of liquidated damages will be rs.� granted due to failure to deliver on time unless the Contractor presents written evidence that favorable delivery is not obtainable for an acceptable item. , 4. Such evidence will be considered as a basis for extension of time only when presented promptly after award of contract. r. Fort Worth Water Department 01300 - 2 Submittals �2 0 3.03 PREPARATION OF SUBMITTALS A. Shop Drawings 1. Preparation by a qualified detailer is required +* 2. Identify details by reference to sheet, detail numbers, and specification section, as shown on the contract drawings. 3. Include on the drawing all information required for submission, or submittal transmittal letter containing required information. B. Product Data 1. Modify the manufacturer's standard schematic drawings to delete or supplement information as applicable. 2. For manufacturer's catalog sheets, brochures, diagrams, schedules, performance charts, illustrations, and other descriptive data: a. Clearly mark each copy to identify pertinent material b. Show dimensions and clearances required C. Show performance characteristics and capabilities d. Show wiring diagrams and controls 3. Include on the data all information required for submission or submit transmittal letter containing required information. C. Submission Requirements 1. 2. Fort Worth Water Department Accompany submittals with a transmittal letter in duplicate. Include the following information or each submittal: a. Date and revision dates b. Project title and number C. The names of the following: 1.) Engineer 2.) Owner 3.) Contractor 4.) Subcontractor 5.) Supplier 6.) Manufacturer d. Identification of product or material e. Relation to adjacent structure or materials f. Field dimensions clearly identified g. Specification section number h. Applicable standards such as ASTM number i. Contractor's stamp with his signature signed, certifying that he has reviewed the submittal, verified field measurements, and that the submittal complies with all requirements of the Contract Documents. FF1161AIL 01300 - 3 Submittals j. List each deviation from contract requirements and a discussion of the reason for each. 3.04 ROUTING OF SUBMITTALS A. Submittal data and routine correspondence should be routed as follows: 1. Supplier (or subcontractor) to Contractor (through representative if applicable) for review. If submittal does not meet contract requirements, or is incomplete, Contractor shall return the submittal to the supplier and not forward. 2. Contractor to Engineer and Owner simultaneously for review. 3. Engineer to Contractor 4. Contractor to supplier B. Addresses of Communications 1. Owner: Fort Worth Water Department Attention: Peter Fu, P.E. 1000 Throckmorton Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 2. Engineer: Chris Harder, P.E. Fort Worth Water Department 1000 Throckmorton Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 3.05 NUMBER OF COPIES REQUIRED The Contractor shall submit a total of seven copies in the original submittal, unless otherwise specified in technical specifications. 3.06 DISPOSITION OF SUBMITTALS A. Engineer shall review submittal contents for completeness and compliance with the section. The Engineer will mark and return the submittals with one of the following: 1. No Exceptions Taken — Furnish item as submitted 2. Exceptions as Noted — Furnish item with changes as noted 3. Revise and Resubmit — Revise and resubmit changes as noted 4. Rejected -- Item is not acceptable, resubmit alternative item conforming to the project requirements. 5. Submit Specific Item — Submit specific item or Subpart as noted. Fort Worth Water Department 01300 - 4 Submittals. 17�a 0 r Im B. Review of Submittals by Engineer and Owner does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to meet the contract requirements. Any item of work, even if completed, found to deviate from the requirements of the specifications and drawings shall be removed and replaced at no additional cost to the Owner unless, such deviation is clearly identified as a deviation on all appropriate submittals. 3.07 RESUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS A. Shop Drawings 1. Revise initial drawings as required and resubmit as specified. 2. Indicate on drawings any changes which have been made, including those requested by the Engineer and Owner. B. Product Data and Samples Submit new data and samples as required for initial submission 3.08 REPETITIVE REVIEW The need for more than one resubmission or any other delay in completing reviews of submittals, will not entitle the Contractor to an extension of contract time. Fort Worth Water Department 01300 - 5 Submittals 40 00 PART 1 r� M0 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE ITEM 01310 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES A. Prepare and submit a construction schedule that accomplishes the work within the allotted time and adheres to the overall project schedule and project specific constraints listed herein. B. Complete the work in accordance with the schedule. C. Update the schedules as necessary to reflect the changes in the work and actual site conditions. In no case shall the contract completion date be altered unless specifically approved by Change Order. D. Prepare and submit progress reports E. Coordinate the work with activities of the Owner and other contractors F. The construction schedule is a tool for the Contractor, Engineer, and Owner to use in executing and monitoring the progress of the work. Failure to include any items of work in the schedule does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to complete the work as specified in the Contract Documents. 1.02 RELATED WORK AND SPECIFICATIONS A. General Provisions B. Section 01300 - Submittals 1.03 SIGNIFICANCE OF CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING DOCUMENTS A. The percentage completion reported for each activity as listed in the monthly progress report and the prices of those activities as stated in Item 01370 — Schedule of Values, and will be used, in part, to determine the amount of each monthly payment to the Contractor. B. No progress payments will be made to the Contractor until all required scheduling reports and documents have been received and accepted by the Engineer. Fort Worth Water Department 01310 - l Construction Schedules 1.04 PROJECT SPECIFIC SCHEDULING CONSTRAINTS A. The submittal schedule shall allow sufficient time for the Owner and Engineer to adequately complete their review. 21 calendar days shall be allotted for the review of each submittal. Allow more time for large, voluminous, or complex submittals. Delays caused by re -submittal and subsequent reviews shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. B. The work shall not be done between 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM, nor on Sundays or legal city holidays, except with written permission of the Owner. Contractor shall submit a request to the Owner two weeks in advance of such work. Owner shall be notified 48 hours prior to any work planned for Saturdays. Emergency work may be accomplished without obtaining prior permission. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 SCHEDULE DOCUMENTATION A. Prepare and submit the following construction scheduling documents in accordance with the terms of this section: 1. Preliminary Construction Schedule a. Shall be submitted within 10 days of the date of the Work Order. b. Shall schedule all proposed activities (in bar chart format) for the first 60 days of the project. C. Owner may require more detailed scheduling 2. Submittal Schedule a. The following shall be submitted within 10 days of the date of the Work Order: 1.) Submittal data identified in Item 01300 for each ;- specification section. 2.) Projected initial submittal date 3.) Latest date from completion of submittal review 4.) Submittal data shall be prioritized to conform with the requirements of the construction schedule. b. The submittal schedule shall be integrated with the construction schedule. 3. Proposed Construction Schedule a. Shall be submitted within 45 days of the date of the Work Order. Fort Worth Water Department 01310 - 2 Construction Schedules b. No progress payment will be made until this schedule is submitted and accepted by the Owner and Engineer. C. Construction schedule shall include: 1.) Bar chart illustrating the proposed schedule 2.) Schedule of projected earnings do 4. Monthly Progress Report and Schedule Updates a. Submit a revised schedule each month. WA b. Shall identify all activities commenced during the proceeding month. C. Shall identify all activities completed. d. Shall identify all activities which are behind schedule. e. Shall identify a detailed plan to bring any activities which are behind schedule up to schedule and to maintain the overall completion schedule. f Shall include an updated submittal schedule g. Summary of overall status of work B. Execute the work in a manner consistent with the proposed schedule. Revise the schedule monthly as necessary to reflect the actual conduct of the work. C. The Owner's maintenance personnel shall perform routine maintenance activities concurrent with the work. Contractor shall coordinate his work to prevent damages and delays to activities conducted by the Owner. so 3.02 PARTIAL OR TOTAL SHUTDOWNS A. Regardless of the dates outlined herein, partial or total shutdown and/or bypass of any equipment or facility is subject to the approval of and the operational constraints of the Owner. B. At least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to partially or totally shutting down and/or bypassing equipment or any facility, the Contractor shall submit to the Owner for review: 1. A detailed description of the work to be performed 2. A schedule outlining the duration of each scheduled task and total duration time of the shutdown. 3. A list of all equipment and materials required to complete each r task. 4. Documentation that all manpower, equipment, and materials as necessary to complete each task are available on site. Fort Worth Water Department 01310 - 3 Construction Schedules C. A minimum of two days prior to shutdown and/or bypass, a special coordination meeting will be held with the Contractor, Owner, and Engineer to review the shutdown procedures. D. The Contractor shall provide any labor assistance necessary to complete shutdown operations including, electrical and control rerouting. E. The Contractor shall work whatever hours are necessary to maintain schedules during shutdown and/or bypasses. Fort Worth Water Department 01310 - 4 Construction Schedules ITEM 01370 SCHEDULE OF VALUES PART1 GENERAL -� 1.01 SCOPE Contractor shall develop and submit to the Owner for approval a Schedule of -- Values for the project. 1.02 RELATED WORK AND SPECIFICATIONS A. General Provisions B. Item 01025 - Measurement and Payment C. Item 01300 - Submittals PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 SCHEDULE OF VALUES A. Within ten (10) calendar days following the date of Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer and Owner, in triplicate, a tentative Schedule of Values (a breakdown of the lump sum bid) which in turn shall be used to determine partial payment estimates and may be used to verify costs of credits, change orders, etc. 1. The tentative schedule of values will be reviewed by the Owner to determine whether, in his judgment, the schedule of values is of sufficient detail and if the prices included are "unbalanced" or "front-end loaded", in an effort to inflate the prices of those items of work to be completed in the early stages of work. 2. The Owner will provide the Contractor with his comments, and/or may request additional information from the Contractor to justify certain item quantities and prices. On the basis of the Owner's comments, the Contractor shall revise and resubmit the tentative schedule for further review and/or approval. 3. Once the tentative schedule is approved by the Owner, it shall become the schedule of values to be used in determining partial payment estimates. Three (3) copies of this schedule shall be submitted to the Owner for distribution and use. Fort Worth Water Department 01370 - 1 Schedule of Values 0 4. No partial payment requests (including the first) shall be approved until the Schedule of Values has been approved by the Owner. B. Each partial payment request by the Contractor shall be based on the approved Schedule of Values indicating the total quantity and price of the work completed to the date of the request. After approval of the submittal, no modifications will be made to the Schedule of Values, except as required by approved change orders. C. In so far as possible, total quantities and unit prices shall be shown for all items of work, separating for each item the materials and labor and such other sub -items as the Contractor may desire. "Lump Sum", "miscellaneous", and other such general entries in the schedule shall be avoided whenever possible. D. A separate schedule of values shall be prepared for each lump sum bid item. The sum of the items listed on the schedule of values shall equal the contract lump sum price for the bid item. No additional payment will be allowed if the quantities shown on the schedule differ from those actually required to accomplish the work, unless the quantities are altered by change order. E. The Schedule of Values will be used as a guide in evaluating the value of work involved in change orders. F. It is the Owner's intent that the Schedule of Values may also be used as a fair and expedient method of determining the value of items of work deleted, should the Owner so desire. Therefore, it is the Contractor's responsibility, as well as to his advantage, to make the Schedule of Values detailed and each item and its respective value as equitable and accurate as. possible. Fort Worth Water Department 01370 - 2 Schedule of Values I -A .. ITEM 01410 TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION A. Provide testing and inspection, complete, as described in this Section and elsewhere in the Contract Documents. B. Requirements for testing may be described in various Sections of these specifications. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Provide the services of an independent testing laboratory approved by the Engineer. B. Upon completion of each test and/or inspection, promptly distribute copies of test or inspection reports to the Engineer, to government agencies requiring submission of such reports, and to such persons as directed by the Engineer. C. When initial tests indicate non-compliance with the Contract Documents, all subsequent retesting occasioned by non-compliance shall be performed by the same testing laboratory at the sole expense of the Contractor. E. Employment of a testing laboratory by the Owner in no way relieves the Contractor of his obligation to perform the work according to the Contract Documents. 1.03 RELATED WORK A. General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. Inspections and testing required by laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, or orders of public authorities are the responsibility of the Contractor. B. Specifications Sections. Contained in the various specification sections are requirements for certification of products, testing, adjusting, and balancing of equipment, and other tests and standards. PART 2 PRODUCTS - Not Applicable Fort Worth Water Department 01410 - 1 Testing Laboratory Services PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 WORK INCLUDED A. Testing is required for the following items of work: 1. Soils compaction control 2. Structural backfill 3. Cast -in -place concrete 4. Equipment testing 3.02 TESTING LABORATORY RESPONSIBILITIES A. Cooperate with Owner, Engineer, and Contractor, providing qualified personnel promptly on notice. B. Perform specified inspections, sampling, and testing of materials and methods of construction. C. Promptly notify Owner, Engineer, and Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies of work that are observed during performance of services. D. Prepare and distribute reports of inspections and tests within three (3) days of test completion. E. Include the following information for each test as well as additional data specified in the applicable section. 1. Date of test 2. Location of test 3. Specified standards 4. Test results 5. Remarks and observations F. The laboratory is not authorized to: 1. Release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of the Contract. 2. Approve or accept any portion of the work -W 3. Perform any duties of the Contractor. 3.03 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES A. Cooperate with laboratory personnel; provide access to the work or to manufacturer's operations. Fort Worth Water Department 01410 - 2 Testing Laboratory Services B. Provide to laboratory preliminary representative samples of materials to be tested in required quantities. C. Furnish copies of mill test reports D. Furnish labor and equipment: 1. To provide access to the work to be tested. This shall include, as necessary, any ladders, scaffold, hoists, etc. needed by laboratory personnel for inspection or testing of the work. 2. To obtain and handle samples at the site 3. To provide area for laboratory's exclusive use for storage of test samples. E. When changes of the construction schedule are necessary, coordinate such changes with the testing laboratory as required. 3.04 EQUIPMENT TESTING A. The Contractor shall furnish all materials, labor, and equipment required for preliminary field testing of all equipment to be furnished or for portions of the work that have been completed. B. Upon completion of the work and prior to final acceptance and payment, all equipment to be furnished shall be tested as specified or required to ensure compliance with the drawings and specifications. C. Should the equipment tested, either for preliminary or final tests, not comply with the requirements as set forth on the drawings and specifications, the Contractor shall make the necessary changes and adjustments, or replacements as may be required, and at no cost to the Owner. D. All costs of whatever nature for testing shall be borne by the Contractor at no extra cost to the Owner. w 3.05 CONCRETE TESTING A. Portland Cement ` 1. Secure from cement manufacturer Certificates of Compliance �+. delivered directly to the concrete producer for further deliver ,^..�.....--. directly to the testing laboratory. r ri WAND �.. Fort Worth Water Department 01410 - 3 Testing Laboratory Services 2. Require the Certificates of Compliance to positively identify the cement as to production lot, bin or silo number, dating and routing of shipment, and compliance with specified standards. B. Aggregate 1. Provide one test unless character of material changes, material is substituted, or additional test is requested by the Engineer. 2. Sample from conveyor belts or batching gates at the ready -mix plant. Test for sieve analysis and specific gravity test to determine compliance with specified standards. C. Laboratory Design Mix: Provide mix design in accordance with ACI 613. D. Molded Concrete Cylinders: 1. Provide two test cylinders of each class of concrete of each day's placement. As a minimum, there shall be ten cylinders taken for the new wetwell, six cylinders taken for the new valve vault, four , cylinders taken for the masonry enclosure foundation, four cylinders taken for the structural rehabilitation of the existing wetwell, and two cylinders taken for the sidewalks and driveways. 2. For every two cylinders taken, test one cylinder at seven days, and one at 28 days. ., 3. Report the mix, slump, location of concrete placement, and test results prior to addition of any plasticizers. 4. Take specimens and make tests in accordance with applicable ASTM standard specifications. 3.06 MASONRY Provide mortar compressive strength testing per ASTM C-270. Limit samples taken to four. r_. 3.07 SOILS AND MISCELLANEOUS TESTING A. Testing and control of soils shall be performed by testing laboratory in accordance with ASTM standards. ;'-'�--•--- -- B. The Contractor shall furnish materials to be used in soils testing. " Fort Worth Water Department 01410 - 4 Testing Laboratory Services Em 3.08 PAYMENT FOR TESTING A. Include within the Contract Sum an amount sufficient to cover all testing and inspecting required under this section of these specifications, and to cover all testing and inspecting required by governmental agencies having jurisdiction. B. The Owner will pay for all testing and inspecting specifically requested by the Engineer over and above those described within the Contract Documents. Fort Worth Water Department 01410 - 5 Testing Laboratory Services A JW .! a* ITEM 01430 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA PART1 GENERAL 1.01 REQUIRMENTS A. Furnish for each item of equipment or system as specified in the individual technical specification sections. B. Prepare data for use by Owner's personnel in the form of an instructional manual. C. Manual Format: 1. Size: 8-1/2 inches by 11 inches 2. Paper: 20 pound minimum, white for typed pages 3. Test: Manufacturer's printed data, or neatly typewritten. 4. Three -hole punch data for binding and composition; arrange printing so that holes do not obliterate data. 5. Provide fly -leaf for each separate product, or each piece of operating data, with typed description of product and major component parts of equipment and provide with heavy section dividers with numbered plastic index tabs. 6. Provide each manual with the title page, and typed table of contents with consecutive page numbers. Place contents of entire set, identified by volume number, in each binder. 7. Cover: Identify each volume with typed or printed title "Operation and Maintenance Manual, Volume NO._ OF _" if applicable, and list: a. Project title b. Designate the system or equipment for which it is intended C. Identity of separate structure as applicable d. Identity of general subject matter covered in manual. Identity of equipment number and specification section. 8. Assemble and bind material in same order as specified. 9. Material shall be suitable for reproduction. 10. Binders shall be commercial quality, permanent, three ring binders. 11. Table of contents, neatly written, arranged in systematic order: a. Contractor, name or responsible principle, address, telephone number. b. List of each product required to be included, indexed to content of each volume. C. List with each product: Name, address, and telephone number of subcontractor, supplier, installer, and maintenance contractor, as appropriate. Fort Worth Water Department 01430 - 1 Operation and Maintenance Data d. Identify each product by product name and other identifying numbers or symbols as set forth in Contract Documents. 12. Product Data a. Include only those sheets that are pertinent to specific product. b. Clearly annotate each sheet to: 1.) Identify specific product or part installed 2.) Identify data applicable to installation.` 3.) Delete references to inapplicable information. 13. Drawings: Supplement product data with drawings as necessary to clearly illustrate: a. Relations of component parts of equipment and systems b. Control and flow diagrams C. Coordinate drawings with project record documents to assure correct illustration of completed installation. d. Reduced to 8-1/2" by 11 ", or 11" by 17" folded to 8-1/2". by 11 ". e. Identify specification section and product on drawings. 14. Instructions and Procedures: Within text, as required to supplement product data. a. Handling, storage, maintenance during storage, assembly, erection, installation, adjusting, testing, operating,,, shutdown in emergency, troubleshooting, maintenance, interface, and as may be otherwise required. b. Organize in a consistent format under separate heading for , each difference procedure. C. Provide a logical sequence of instructions for each procedure., d. Provide information sheet for Owner's personnel, including: 1.) Proper procedures in the event of failure 2.) Instances that might affect the validity of warranties. 15. Warranties, Bonds, and Service Agreements: In accordance with —• Item 01700, Contract Closeout 1.02 MANUALS FOR EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS A. Content for each Unit (or Common Units) and System: I* 1. Description of units and component parts, including controls, accessories, and appurtenances. a. Function, normal operating characteristics, and limiting conditions. Fort Worth Water Department 01430 - 2 Operation and Maintenance Data b. Performance curves, engineering data, nameplate data, and test results. ..� C. Complete nomenclature and commercial number of replacement parts. 2. Operating Procedures: a. Start-up, break-in, routine, and normal operating instructions. b. Test procedures and results of factory tests where required. C. Regulation, control stopping, and emergency instructions. d. Description of operating sequence by a control manufacturer. ` e. Shutdown instructions for both short and extended durations. f. Safety precautions. - g. Installation instructions. 3. Maintenance and Overhaul Procedures: a. Routing operations b. Guide to troubleshooting C. Disassembly, removal, repair, reinstallation, and reassembly. 4. Installation instructions; including alignment, adjusting, calibrating 5. Original manufacturer's parts list, illustrations, detailed assembly drawings showing each part with part numbers and sequentially numbered parts list, and diagrams required for maintenance. 6. Where applicable, identify installed spares and other provisions for future work. 7. Manufacturer's printed operating and maintenance instructions 8. As -installed, color -coded piping diagrams B. Maintenance Summary 1. Compile an individual maintenance summary for each applicable equipment item, respective unit or system, and for component or sub -units. 2. Include detailed lubrication instructions and diagrams showing points to be greased or oiled, recommend type, grade, and temperature range of lubricants and frequency of lubrication. 3. Recommended spare parts: a. Data to be consistent with manufacturer's Bill of Materials/Parts List furnished in O&M manuals. b. Provide MSDS sheets for all chemicals and lubricants C. Content for Each Electric or Electronic Item or System 1. Description of Unit and Component Parts: a. Function and normal operating characteristics �w Fort Worth Water Department 01430 - 3 Operation and Maintenance Data b. Performance curves, engineering data, nameplate data, and test data. C. Complete nomenclature and commercial number of replacement parts. d. Interconnection wiring diagrams, including control and lighting systems 2. Circuit Directories of Panelboards a. Electrical Service b. Controls C. Communications 3. List of electrical relay settings, and control and alarm settings. 4. Electrical interconnection diagrams by control manufacturer 5. As -installed control diagram by control manufacturer 6. Operating Procedures: a. Routine and normal operating instructions b. Sequences required C. Safety precautions d. Special operating instructions 7. Maintenance Procedures: a. Routine operations b. Guide to troubleshooting C. Adjustment and checking d. List of relay settings, control and alarm contact settings, 8. Manufacturer's printed operating and maintenance instructions 9. List of original manufacturer's spare parts, manufacturer's current prices, and recommended quantities to be maintained in storage. 1.03 MANUALS FOR MATERIALS AND FINISHES E A. Content for Architectural Products, Applied Materials, and Finishes: 1. Manufacturer's data, giving full information on products a. Catalog number, size, and composition b. Color and texture designations C. Information required for reordering manufactured products 2. Instructions for Care and Maintenance a. Manufacturer's recommendation for types of cleaning agents and methods b. Cautions against cleaning agents and methods that are detrimental to product. C. Recommend schedule for cleaning and maintenance. B. Content for Moisture Protection and Weather Exposed Products 1. Manufacturer's data, giving full information on products a. Applicable standards Fort Worth Water Department 01430 - 4 Operation and Maintenance Data kv r. ■. b. Chemical composition C. Details of installation 2. Instructions for inspections, maintenance, and repair. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION - Not Applicable Fort Worth Water Department 01430 - 5 Operation and Maintenance Data ITEM 01500 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION A. The facilities and controls specified in this section are considered M° minimum for the project. The Contractor may provide additional facilities and controls which he considers necessary for the proper execution of the work and to meet his responsibilities for protection of persons, property, and the environment. B. The Contractor shall furnish equipment which will be efficient, appropriate, and large enough to secure a satisfactory quality of work, and a rate of progress which will ensure the completion of the work within the time stipulated in the Contract Documents. C. The Contractor shall be fully responsible for providing all temporary diversion, and dewatering pumping and piping, plumbing, heating, ventilating, lighting, temporary structures, and such other items required to maintain the water distribution operations within the scheduling requirements contained in the Contract Documents. Failure to show all details of temporary piping and temporary construction on the drawings or in the specifications shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for constructing the improvements without interrupting water distribution operations. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 UTILITIES A. Sanitary Facilities: The Contractor shall provide and/or maintain toilets and other sanitary facilities for his employees and his subcontractor's employees that will comply with the regulations of the State and local health departments. B. Water for Construction: The Contractor may use water from existing Fort Worth fire hydrants free of charge. Contractor shall, however, arrange for a fire hydrant meter, and pay the required meter deposit fee. C. Electric Power for Construction: Contractor may utilize existing power receptacles at pump station free of charge. All temporary power systems Fort Worth Water Department 01500 - 1 Temporary Facilities and Controls C=� and their components shall be furnished and installed in conformance with the requirements of the National Electric Code (NEC). 3.02 WASTE Provide approved containers for collection and disposal of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. 3.03 SECURITY AND TEMPORARY APPROVED PROTECTION A. Furnish, install, and maintain suitable barriers and protection to prevent public entry, and to protect the work, existing facilities, and existing roads from construction operations. B. The Contractor shall take all necessary measures and be solely responsible for the protection of temporary facilities, finished construction areas, equipment, and materials at the site until the project has been completed and accepted by the Owner. 3.04 SITE MAINTENANCE A. Except as provided herein, no sidewalk, private property, or other areas adjacent to the lift station site shall be used for storage of the Contractor's equipment and materials unless prior written approval is obtained from the legal owner. B. At all times, the Contractor shall maintain areas covered by the contract and public properties free from accumulation of waste, debris, and rubbish caused by construction operations. All trash and waste materials shall be cleaned and disposed in an approved waste receptacle each day. C. Excavated materials shall be removed from the site in a manner that will cause the least damage to adjacent lawns, grassed areas, trees, gardens, shrubbery, or fences regardless of whether these are on private property or public right of ways. L. Fort Worth Water Department 01500 - 2 Temporary Facilities and Controls am ITEM 01600 MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT PART1 GENERAL 1.01 REQUIREMENTS Provide material and equipment as specified conforming to the following: A. Comply with size, make, type, and quality specified, unless specifically authorized in writing by the Engineer. B. Manufactured and Fabricated Products 1. Design, fabricate, and assemble in accord with the best engineering and shop practices. 2. Manufacture like parts of duplicate units to standard sizes and gages, to be interchangeable. 3. Products shall be suitable for service conditions. 4. Equipment capacities, sizes, and dimensions shown or specified shall be adhered to unless variations are specifically approved in writing. 5. The materials and equipment used on the work shall correspond to the approved samples or other submitted data. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT A. Materials and equipment incorporated into the work shall: 1. Be new and in current production, conforming to applicable specifications and standards. 2. Comply with size, make, type, and quality specified, or as specifically approved in writing by the Engineer. B. For products specified only by reference standard, select any product meeting that standard. C. For products specified by naming several products or manufacturers, select any one or the products or manufacturers named, which complies with the specifications. Fort Worth Water Department 01600 - 1 Material and Equipment D. For products specified by naming one or more products or manufacturers and "or equal', Contractor must submit a request for substitutions. for any product or manufacturer not specifically named. J` 3.02 REUSE OF EXISTING MATERIAL L_- A. Except as specifically indicated or specified, materials and equipment removed from any existing structure shall not be used in the completed work. B. Arrange for transportation, storage, and handling of products which require off -site storage, restoration, or renovation at no additional cost. 3.03 SUBSTITUTIONS A. For a period of thirty (30) days after the date of the Work Order, Engineer will consider written requests from the Contractor for substitution of products that are specifically called out with a product name. B. Submit to the Engineer a separate request for each product, supported with complete data, with drawings and samples as appropriate, including: 1. Comparison of the qualities of the proposed substitution with that specified. 2. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.• 3. Effect on the construction schedule 4. Cost data comparing the proposed substitution with the product specified. 5. Listing of any required license fees or royalties. 6. Availability of maintenance service, and source of replacement materials. C. Engineer shall be the judge of the acceptability of the proposed s substitution. D. In submitting a request for a substitution, the Contractor represents to the Owner and Engineer that he: 1. Has investigated the proposed product and determined that it is equal to or superior in all respects to that specified. 2. Will provide the same warranties or bonds for the substitution as for the product specified. 3. Will coordinate the installation of an accepted substitution into the work, and make such other changes as may be required to make the work complete in all respects. Fort Worth Water Department 01600 - 2 Material and Equipment 4. Waives all claims for additional costs, under his responsibility, which may subsequently become apparent. 5. Any incidental cost associated with using alternative products shall be borne by the Contractor. °E. Engineer will review requests for substitutions with reasonable promptness, and notify the Contractor, in writing, of the decision to accept or reject the requested substitution. The Engineer shall be the sole judge of the acceptability of any proposed substitution. 3.04 COMPLIANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS A. When Contract Documents require that the installation of work comply with manufacturer's printed instructions, obtain and distribute copies of such instructions to parties involved in the installation, including two copies to Engineer. Maintain one set of complete instructions at the job site during installation and until completion. B. Handle, install, connect, clean, condition, and adjust products in strict accord with such instructions and in conformance with the contract requirements. C. Manufacturer's recommendations are minimum standards for handling materials and equipment and the installation of the work. If the project drawings and specifications are more stringent, the requirements of the drawings and specifications shall govern. D. Should job conditions or specified requirements conflict with the manufacturer's instructions, consult Engineer for further instruction. E. Do not proceed with work without clear instructions. F. Perform work in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Do not omit any preparatory step or installation procedure unless specifically authorized by the Engineer. G. Manufacturer shall supply to the City a Certificate of Compliance on equipment furnished that it meets the specification requirements and has been installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. W 3.05 TRANSPORATION AND HANDLING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT A. Materials and equipment to be incorporated in the work shall be handled and stored by the manufacturer, fabricator, supplier, and Contractor before, during, and after shipment in a manner to prevent warping, Fort Worth Water Department 01600 - 3 Material and Equipment twisting, bending, breaking, chipping, rusting, and any injury, theft or damage of any kind to the material or equipment. B. Equipment shall be shipped as late as possible to assure its availability when required by the Contractor's schedule. The intent of this requirement is to reduce on -site storage time prior to installation and operation. Under no circumstances shall equipment be delivered to the site more than one month prior to installation without prior written authorization from the Engineer. Equipment shall not be shipped until the submittal review process is complete. C. Deliver products in undamaged condition, in manufacturer's original containers or packaging, with identifying labels intact and legible. D. Immediately on delivery, inspect shipments to assure compliance with requirements of contract documents and approved submittals, and that products are properly protected and undamaged. Notify Engineer immediately upon receipt of shipment. E. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling or damage to products or packaging. F. Materials and equipment delivered to the job shall be unloaded and placed in a manner which will not hamper the normal operation of the existing lift station or interfere with the flow of street traffic. 3.06 STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT A. Materials and equipment to be incorporated in the work shall be handled. and stored by the manufacturer, fabricator, supplier, and Contractor before, during, and after shipment in a manner to prevent warping, twisting, bending, breaking, chipping, rusting, and any injury, theft, or .- damage of any kind to the material or equipment. B. Special attention shall be given to the storage and handling of equipment on site. Equipment storage will be approved by the Engineer. As a minimum, the procedure outlined below shall be followed: 1. Equipment having moving parts such as gears, electric motors, and instruments shall be stored in a temperature and humidity controlled building approve by the Engineer, until such time as the equipment is to be installed. 2. Equipment shall be stored fully lubricated with oil and grease, unless otherwise instructed by the manufacturer. 3. Manufacturer's storage instruction shall be carefully studied by the Contractor and reviewed by the Engineer. These instructions shall Fort Worth Water Department 01600 - 4 Material and Equipment be carefully followed and a written record shall be kept by the Contractor. — 4. Moving parts shall be rotated a minimum of once weekly to insure proper lubrication and to avoid metal to metal "welding". 5. Motors and other equipment fitted with electric heaters shall have the heaters maintained in an energized condition at all times. C. Indoors Store products subject to damage by the elements in weatherproof enclosures. 2. Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by the manufacturer's instructions. 3. Connect and energize motor heaters and other equipment space heaters during storage. D. Outdoors 1. Store fabricated products above the ground, on blocking or skids, prevent soiling or staining. Cover products that are subject to deterioration with impervious sheet coverings; provide adequate ventilation to avoid condensation. 2. Store loose granular materials in a well -drained area on solid surfaces to prevent mixing with foreign matter. 3. Arrange storage in a manner to provide easy access for inspection. Make periodic inspections of stored products to assure that products are maintained under specified conditions, and are free from damage or deterioration. 3.07 APPURTENATE ITEMS A. Provide wedges, shims, filling pieces, keys, packing, grout, or other materials necessary to properly align, level, and secure apparatus in place. Parts intended to be plumb or level shall be proven exactly so. Grinding necessary to bring parts to proper bearing after erection shall be done. B. Provide openings, channels, and chases, and install anchor bolts and other items to be embedded in concrete, as required to complete the work under this contract and do all cutting and patching as required. C. Furnish sleeves, inserts, hangars, and anchor bolts, required for the execution of the instrumentation and electrical work, specified and shown on the drawings. In no case shall beams, lintels, or other structural members be cut without the approval of the Engineer. 3.08 INSPECTION AND TESTING FOR ACCEPTANCE .r Fort Worth Water Department 01600 - 5 Material and Equipment A. Furnish all materials or specimens for testing and all labor and facilities for inspection of equipment and materials. B. If the Owner requires, either prior to beginning or during the progress of the work, the Contractor shall submit samples or materials for such special tests as may be necessary to demonstrate that they comply with the specifications. Such samples shall be furnished, stored, packed, and shipped as directed at the Contractor's expense. Except as otherwise noted, the Owner will make arrangements for and pay for the tests. C. Delay of approval resulting from the Contractor's failure to submit samples or data promptly shall not be used as a basis of a claim against the Owner or Engineer. 3.09 REJECTION OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT A. Materials and equipment which, in the opinion of the Engineer, have become so damaged as to be unfit for the use intended or specified shall be promptly removed from the site of Work. The Contractor shall receive no compensation for the damaged material or its removal. B. Damaged material and equipment shall be replaced at the Contractor's expense. 3.10 PROTECTION AFTER INSTALLATION Provide substantial coverings as necessary to protect installed products from damage from traffic and subsequent construction operations. r J WIllhi Fort Worth Water Department 01600 - 6 Material and Equipment ITEM 01651 TESTING AND STARTUP PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SUBMITTALS A. Submit to Engineer, for approval, start-up and test schedule minimum of 30 days prior to commencing work specified in this section. B. Submit to Engineer, a minimum of three copies of manufacturer's representative's installation report, field test data, test records, and a log of the testing and start up procedure for each item of equipment and system. 1.02 SERVICE OF MANUFACTURER"S REPRESENTATIVE A. The contract price for the project shall include the cost of famishing competent and experienced personnel who shall represent the manufacturers and shall assist the Contractor, to install, adjust, and test the equipment in conformity with the Contract Documents. B. After the equipment is installed by the Contractor, such personnel shall make all adjustments and tests required to prove that such equipment is in proper an satisfactory operating condition. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 TESTING AND STARTUP PLAN A. Submit plan which includes a schedule of manufacturer's representative visits and for testing and startup of all equipment and systems provided with the work. B. Include in the startup plan: 1. Sequences 2. Lock -out procedures and safety precautions 3. Utility requirements C. The plan shall include the manufacturer's representative schedule with the name of the representative, date, and purpose for each visit identified. OFFICINA11 ROD �i �;k�It'�UYY� 16dQ� Fort Worth Water Department 01651 - 1 Testing and Startup 3.02 PREPARATION A. Complete equipment installation with controls, safety devices and - auxiliary support systems necessary to start the equipment and verify the equipment functions correctly under no load conditions. B. Remove temporary bracing supports and other construction debris that may damage equipment. C. Remove protective coatings and oils used for protection during shipment and installation. D. Flush and lubricate systems in accordance with Manufacturer's recommendations. E. Install temporary connections and devices required to fill, operate, checkout and drain the system. F. Check equipment for correct direction of rotation and freedom of moving parts. _ G. Align equipment to manufacturer's tolerances. H. Check installation prior to start-up for conformance to manufacturer's instructions. I. Adjust or modify equipment to make equipment properly operational. J. Correct any deficiencies or problems noted in manufacturer's representative installation reports. K. Submit manufacturer's representative's installation reports with corrective action noted. 3.03 TESTING AND STARTUP �. A. Begin testing and startup procedures after approval by Engineer of testing and startup plan and after receipt of manufacturer's installation report. B. Make final connections to equipment and complete the system installation necessary to apply the system loads to the equipment and verify the equipment functions correctly. C. Start equipment according to manufacturer's instructions. Fort Worth Water Department 01651 - 2 Testing and Startup D. Operate the system through the design performance range consistent with the available flows. Adjust, balance, calibrate, and check out the equipment, safety devices, controls, and process system to operate within the design conditions. ORO E. Perform acceptance test as outlined in Item 11300 — Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps and Motors. F. Submit log of testing and startup procedure, field data test, and applicable test records to Engineer and Owner. a 0 an NR Fort Worth Water Department 01651 - 3 Testing and Startup ITEM 01700 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. Comply with the requirements stated in the Contract Documents in closing out the work. B. Comply with related requirements in other parts of the Contract Documents, including fiscal provisions, legal submittals, and additional administrative requirements. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 FINAL INSPECTION A. When the Contractor considers the work complete, he shall submit written certification to the Engineer that: 1. Contract Documents have been reviewed 2. Contractor has inspected for compliance with the Contract Documents. 3. Work has been completed in accordance with Contract Documents. 4. Equipment and systems have been tested in presence of the Engineer and Owner's representative and are operational. 5. Work is completed and ready for final inspection B. The Owner and Engineer will make an inspection to verify the status of completion with reasonable promptness after receipt of such certification. C. Should the work be designated as incomplete and defective: 1. Engineer will promptly notify the Contractor in writing, listing the _. incomplete or defective work. 2. Contractor shall take immediate steps to remedy the stated deficiencies, and send a second written certification to the Engineer that the work is complete. 3. The Owner and Engineer will re -inspect the work. 4. When the work is acceptable under the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall be requested to make closeout submittals. Fort Worth Water Department 01700 - 1 Contract Closeout 3.02 CONTRACTOR'S CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS TO OWNER/ENGINER A. Project Record Documents to comply with Item 01720 B. Operation and Maintenance Data to comply with Contract Documents C. Evidence of Payment and Release of Liens: Submit the following in such form as approved by the Engineer: 1. Contractor's affidavit of payment of debts and claims. 2. Contractor's affidavit of release of liens, with: a. Consent of surety to final payment b. Separate releases or waivers of liens for subcontractors and others with lien rights against property of Owner. 3. All submittals shall be duly executed before delivery to Engineer. D. Certificate of Insurance for Products and Completed Operations E. Equipment Warranties and Bonds, see requirements of Item 01750 F. Certification from all manufacturers of proper equipment installation, testing, and demonstration as specified in Contract Documents. 3.03 FINAL ADJUSTMENT OF ACCOUNTS A. Submit a final statement of accounting to Engineer B. Statement shall reflect all adjustments to contract sum: 1. Original contract sum 2. Additions or deductions resulting from: a. Previous change orders b. Deductions for uncorrected work C. Deductions for liquidated damages d. Other adjustments 3. Total contract sum, as adjusted 4. Previous payments 5. Sum remaining due C. Engineer and Owner will prepare any final change orders, reflecting approved adjustments to contract sum which were not made by previous change orders. Fort Worth Water Department 01700 - 2 Contract Closeout ,^ 3.04 FINAL APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT A. Contractor shall submit the final application for payment in accordance with procedures and requirements stated in the Contract Documents. '^ B. Final payment shall not be approved until all Contract Closeout requirements have been met and all other contract requirements fulfilled. Fort Worth Water Department 01700 - 3 Contract Closeout ITEM 01720 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCPOPE A. Prepare and maintain record documents for the project to accurately reflect the construction as built. Documents must be submitted at work completion as a condition for final acceptance. B. Meet with the Engineer's representative monthly to review as -built plans. Progress payments will not be approved unless Record Documents are up to date. PART 2 PRODUCTS - Not Applicable PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 MARKING Mark all changes with a red pencil. 3.02 RECORDING A. Keep record documents current. B. Stamp each document "PROJECT RECORD" in neat, large, printed letters. Legibly mark contract drawings to record actual construction: 1. Horizontal and vertical location of underground and under -slab utilities and appurtenances referenced to permanent surface improvements. 2. Location of internal utilities and appurtenances referenced to permanent surface improvements. 3. Field changes of dimension and detail 4. Changes made by change order. 5. Details not on original contract drawings C. Legibly mark specifications and addenda to record: 1. Manufacturer, trade name, catalog number, serial number, and supplier of each product and item of equipment actually installed. - 2. Changes made by change order or field order. 3. Other matters not originally specified. Fort Worth Water Department 01720 - 1 Project Record Documents 3.03 SUBMITTAL A. At project completion, deliver record documents to the Engineer. Place all letter -sized material in a three ring binder, neatly indexed. Bind contract drawings and shop drawings in rolls of convenient size for ease of handling. —° B. Accompany the submittal with a transmittal letter in duplicate, containing: 1. Date 2. Project title and number 3. Contractor's name and address 4. Title and number of each record document 5. Certification that each document as submitted is complete and accurate. 6. Signature of Contractor. Fort Worth Water Department 01720 - 2 Project Record Documents �. ITEM 01750 WARRANTIES AND BONDS PARTI GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. Provide duplicate, notarized copies of warranty documents. Execute Contractor's submittals and assemble documents executed by subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers. Provide table of contents and assemble in binder with durable plastic cover. B. Submit material prior to final application for payment. For items of work delayed materially beyond the date of Substantial Completion, provide updated submittal within ten days after final acceptance, listing date of substantial completion as start of warranty period. C. Maintain and keep in good repair the improvements covered by these drawings and specifications during the life of the Contract. D. Indemnify the Owner against any repairs which may become necessary to any part of the work performed and to items of equipment and systems procured for or furnished under this Contract, arising from defective workmanship or materials used therein, for a period of two (2) years after date of final substantial completion of the work. Such warranty period shall be provided by the Contractor regardless of supplier's standard warranty provisions. E. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment required, and shall make such repairs and removals or shall perform such work or reconstruction as may be made necessary by any structural or functional defect or failure resulting from neglect, faulty workmanship, or faulty materials, in any part of the work performed by him. Such repair shall also include refilling of trenches, excavations, or .., embankments which show settlement or erosion after backfilling placement. .� F. Except as noted on the drawings or as specified, all structures such as embankments and fences shall be returned to their original condition prior to the completion of the Contract. Any and all damage to any facility not designate for removal resulting from the Contractor's operations, shall be promptly repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the Owner. .� G. In the event the Contractor fails to proceed to remedy the defects of which he has been notified within fifteen (15) days of the date of such notice, the Owner reserves the right to cause the required materials to be procured Fort Worth Water Department 01750 - 1 Warranties and Bonds and the work to be done, as described in the drawings and specifications, and to hold the Contractor and the sureties on his bond liable for the cost and expense thereof. H. In the event that immediate repairs are necessary to continue operations at the facility, the Owner reserves the right to cause those repairs to be made and hold the Contractor liable for the expense of such repairs. In such a case, every reasonable effort will be made by the Owner to notify the Contractor in advance but, failure of such notification shall not constitute a waiver of the Contractor's liability. In any case, the Contractor will be notified as soon as reasonably possible of the need for such repairs. I. Notice to Contractor for repairs and reconstruction will be made in the form of a registered letter addressed to the Contractor at his home office. PART 2 PRODUCTS — Not Applicable PART 3 EXECUTION - Not Applicable Fort Worth Water Department 01750 - 2 Warranties and Bonds ... M3 ITEM 02223 TRENCH SAFETY SYSTEM PARTl GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION This item shall govern for the excavation protection required for trenches or excavations in excess of five feet deep, including all additional excavations, backfill, and repair made necessary by the protection system. The requirements of this item governs all trenches for mains, meter vaults, and other appurtenances 1.02 DEFINITIONS A. Trenches: A trench is referred to as a narrow excavation made below the surface of the ground in which the depth is greater than the width where the width measured at the bottom is not greater than fifteen (15) feet. If forms or other structures are installed or constructed in an excavation so as to reduce the dimension measured from the forms or structure to the side of the excavation to fifteen (15) feet or less at the bottom of the excavation, the excavation is considered to be a trench. B. Benching System: Benching means excavating the sides of a trench to form one or a series of horizontal levels or steps, usually with vertical or near -vertical surfaces between the levels. C. Sloping System: Sloping means excavating to form sides of a trench that are inclined away from the excavation. D. Shield System: Shields used in trenches are generally referred to as "trench boxes" or "trench shields". Shield means a structure that is able to withstand the forces imposed on it by a cave-in and protect workers within the structure. Shields can be permanent structures or can be designed to be portable and move along as the work progresses. Shields can be either pre -manufactured or job -built in accordance with OSHA standards. 1.03 STANDARDS A. The latest version of the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards, 29 CFR Part 1926, Subpart P — .. Excavations, are hereby made a part of this specification and shall be the minimum governing requirements for trench safety. B. The Contractor shall have the sole responsibility for the adequacy of the trench safety system and providing "a safe place to work" for the workers. The Contractor shall, in addition, comply with all state and local ,� Fort Worth Water Department 02223 - 1 Trench Safety System regulations and ordinances. The trench excavation safety protection system shall be shall be designed by or under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed to practice in the State of Texas. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 GENERAL All materials and products incorporated into the Trench Safety System shall be suitable for their intended uses; and shall meet all design criteria and parameters used by the Trench Safety System designer; and shall meet all applicable requirements of OSHA .standards. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PROCEDURES A. At least ten (10) Calendar Days prior to trench excavation or any excavation operations, and not more than thirty (30) Calendar Days following execution date of the Construction Agreement, Contractor shall submit a site specific Trench Safety System Conformance Affidavit stating that operations will be conducted in full conformance with OSHA standards. 1. The Conformance Letter shall also describe the Trench Safety System techniques proposed to be used on the project. 2. Specific references to the applicable OSHA standards shall be included for each technique to be used. B. The Trench Safety System Plan shall be in writing, site specific, and sufficiently detailed and clear to be understandable and usable by all personnel who will be executing, supervising, and witnessing the trenching operations. A copy of the Trench Safety System Plan shall be available at the site of trenching operations at all times. A second copy shall be provided to the Engineer for the Owner's records. C. If borings and/or geotechnical analyses are required to develop the Trench Safety System Plan, they shall be executed by the Contractor at his cost. 3.02 CONSTRUCTION METHODS A. Contractor's Competent Person(s) shall maintain a copy of and implement OSHA trenching safety regulations at the worksite. Trenching shall be completed to lines and grades indicated or as specified in various technical specification items requiring excavation and trenching and/or backfilling. Fort Worth Water Department 02223 - 2 Trench Safety System Contractor shall perform all trenching in a safe manner and maintain safety systems to prevent injury to personnel or damage to structures, utilities, or property in or near the excavation. B. If evidence of possible cave-ins or slides is apparent or an installed trench safety system is damaged, work in trench shall immediately cease and personnel evacuated from hazardous area and City notified. Personnel shall not re-enter excavation until necessary repairs or replacements are completed, inspected, and approved by the Contractor's Competent Person(s). Repair and replacement of damaged safety system shall be at the Contractor's sole expense. 3.03 CHANGED CONDITIONS A. When changed conditions require modifications to the Trench Safety System, Contractor shall provide a new design or an alternate Trench Safety System designed by the Contractor's trench safety Engineer adequate for conditions encountered. Copies thereof shall be provided to the City. A copy of the most current Trench Safety System shall be maintained on site and made available to inspection at all times. B. Changes to the Trench Safety System Plan initiated by the Contractor for operational efficiency or by changed conditions will not be cause for contract time extension or cost adjustment thereof. 3.04 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT Payment for Trench Safety System shall be on a unit price basis, the unit price being as given in the Bid Proposal, and the unit of measure being linear feet of trench exceeding five feet in depth, or the perimeter of the structure foundation for structural excavations exceeding five feet in depth, without regard to whether specific trench safety precautions were required or used for the trench reach being measured. - Fort Worth Water Department 02223 - 3 WON Trench Safety System ITEM 02930 SEEDING AND REVEGATATION PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION •. Provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and related items required for preparing ground, seeding and/or hydro -mulching. Areas requiring seeding and/or hydro -mulching shall include all areas disturbed by construction, including Contractor storage areas. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE + A. Water: Water will be available on site. Contractor shall be responsible for making satisfactory arrangements with the Fort Worth Water Department prior to obtaining water. Provide necessary meters, hoses, temporary piping, sprinklers, and other watering equipment required to complete the work. B. Maintenance: Until final acceptance, and until an approved stand of grass is achieved, maintain seeding and hydro -mulching by watering, cultivating, cleaning, and replacing as necessary to keep grass in a healthy condition. 1.03 ACCEPTANCE The work will be accepted, when a completed, undamaged, stand of permanent grass is achieved, as approved by the Engineer. 1.04 SEEDING SCHEDULES A. Annual Rye Grass: Complete between September 15 and April 1. B. Bermuda Grass: Complete between April 1 and September 15. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 GRASS A. Bermuda Grass: Extra fancy, hulled, and treated lawn -type seed with purity of 95% or better and germination of 85% or better. Weed content less than %2%. B. Annual Rye Grass: Purity of 95% or better and a germination of 90% or better. Weed content less than %Z%. „� Fort Worth Water Department 2930 - ] Seeding and Revegatation 2.02 MULCH FIBER A. Wood cellulose for hydro -mulch — Weyerhauser or Cornweb with green color .� additive. B. The wood fiber mulch shall blend with grass seed, fertilizer, and other additives to form a homogenous slurry. Upon application, the mulch material shall form a mat covering the ground. This mat shall have the characteristics of moisture absorption and percolation and shall cover and hold grass seed in contact with the soil. C. The dye shall be biodegradable and not inhibit plant growth. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION A. Grading: Verify that lawn areas have been final graded in accordance with Item 02212, "Finish Grading". B. Establish a dense lawn of permanent Bermuda grass in all areas disturbed by construction activities, such as excavation, trenching, and vehicle traffic. 3.02 FINAL GRADING/SEED BED PREPARATION A. Loosen areas to be grassed and fine rake to break up lumps and produce a smooth, even grade, free from unsightly variations, ridges, and depressions. B. Remove and dispose of stones 2 inches or larger, sticks, roots, other debris, and grass stubble exposed during operation. C. Do not vary final grading elevations more than 3 inches. Maintain positive drainage at all times. 3.03 GRASS PLANTING .» A. Refer to seeding schedule and proceed with appropriate grass planting. B. Hydro -mulching: 1. At time of seeding, soil to be moist but not muddy, and wind velocity shall not exceed 10 miles per hour. Add water if required to moisten soil. 2. Hydraulic mulching shall consist of mixing wood fiber mulch, grass seed, fertilizer, and other additives with water. It shall be mixed in standard Fort Worth Water Department 2930 - 2 Seeding and Revegatation '" hydraulic mulching equipment to form a homogenous slurry. This slurry shall be sprayed under pressure, uniformly over the soil surface. The hydraulic mulching equipment shall contain a continuous agitation system that keeps all materials in uniform suspension throughout the mixing and distribution cycles. 3. Using standard hydraulic mulching equipment, the wood fiber mulch, seed, and fertilizer slurry shall be applied evenly over the soil surface in a one-step operation. The mixture shall be applied to the area to be seeded within 30 minutes after all components are placed in the equipment. 4. Complete final grading and hydro -mulch rye grass evenly at a rate of five pounds per thousand square feet with cellulose fiber at a rate of fifty pounds per thousand square feet and a fertilizer rate of eighteen pounds per thousand square feet. 5. Complete final grading and hydro -mulch Bermuda grass at a rate of two Am pounds per thousand square feet, with wood cellulose at a rate of fifty pounds per thousand square feet, and a fertilizer rate of eighteen pounds per thousand square feet. 3.04 PERFORMANCE A. Establish a dense lawn of permanent grass, free from lumps and depressions. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to maintain planted areas until the approved stand is established. Maintenance shall consist of watering, replanting, maintaining existing grades, and repair of erosion damage. B. Re -grass any area failing to show uniform cover. Such replacement shall continue until a dense lawn is established. 3.05 GRADE MAINTENANCE AND EROSION DAMAGE A. Maintain original grades of lawn areas after commencement of planting and during maintenance period. B. Provide surface repair to ruts, ridges, and tracks. Replant areas required for final acceptance. 3.06 ACCEPTANCE The work shall be accepted when a completed, undamaged stand of grass is achieved, as approved by the City. A stand of grass shall be achieved when 95% of the grass area is covered with no uncovered areas in excess of ten square feet. Fort Worth Water Department 2930 - 3 Seeding and Revegatation ITEM 02950 SILT FENCE PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION The placement of silt fences shall consist of materials and labor to place a filter fabric fence as described herein and designated on the plans. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 SILT FENCE Filter fabric shall be woven or non -woven geotextile filter fabric made of either polypropylene, polyethylene, ethylene, or polyamide material. Geotextile fabric shall have a grab strength of 100 psi in any principle direction (ASTM D-4632), Mullen burst strength exceeding 200 psi (ASTM D-3786), and the maximum apparent opening size of .8 mm. Filter fabric material shall contain ultraviolet ray inhibitors and stabilizers to provide a minimum of six months expected useable construction life at a temperature range of 0° to 120' F. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 CONSTRUCTION METHODS A. Provide filter fabric fence systems at all locations specified on construction plans. Filter fabric fence systems shall be installed in such a manner that surface runoff will percolate through the system in sheet flow fashion and allow sediment to be retained and accumulated. B. Attach the filter fabric to 1 inch by 2 inch wooden stakes spaced a maximum of 3 feet apart and embedded a minimum of 1 foot. The wooden stakes shall be installed at a .m slight angle towards the source of anticipated runoff. C. Trench in the toe of the filter fabric fence with a spade or mechanical trencher so that the downward face of the trench is flat and perpendicular to the direction of flow. Lay filter fabric along the edges of the trench. Backfill and compact the trench. D. The filter fabric should be provided in continuous rolls and cut to the length of the Silt Fence to minimize the use of joints. When joints are necessary, the fabric should be spliced together only at a support post with a minimum 6 inch overlap, and sealed securely. Fort Worth Water Department 2950 - 1 Silt Fence 9dL,11 � 3.02 MAINTENANCE Inspect sediment filter barrier systems after each rainfall, daily during periods of prolonged rainfall, and a minimum of once a week. Repair or replace damaged sections immediately to restore the requirements of this specification. Remove sediment deposits when silt reaches one-third of the height of the fabric. r. Fort Worth Water Department 2950 - 2 Silt Fence ITEM 03100 CONCRETE FORMWORK PARTI GENERAL 1.01 WORK INCLUDED This item defines requirements for design, construction, erection, and removal of concrete formwork. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARD American Concrete Institute, ACI 347, "Recommended Practice for Concrete Formwork". PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 FORM MATERIAL A. Smooth Forms: 1. Construct formwork with plywood; tempered, concrete -form hardboard; dressed lumber faced with plywood or fiberboard lining; metal, plastic, or metal -framed plywood -faced, panel material acceptable to the Engineer to provide continuous, straight smooth surfaces. Form material shall be free of raised grain, torn surfaces, worn edges, patches, dents, or other defects. Form material shall have sufficient strength and thickness to withstand the pressure of newly placed concrete without bow or deflection. 2. Smooth forms shall be used on all concrete surfaces exposed to view or liquid in the completed structure. B. Rough Forms: 1. Construct forms of dressed or undressed lumber free of knots, splits, or other defects. Forms shall be plywood, metal, or other material acceptable to the Engineer. Material shall have sufficient strength and thickness to withstand the pressure of newly placed concrete without bow or deflection. 2. Rough forms may be used on concrete surfaces that will not be exposed to view or liquid in the completed structure. Fort Worth Water Department 03100 - 1 Concrete Formwork C. Waterproofed Surfaces: At surfaces to be waterproofed, provide formwork with sufficient anchor pattern to facilitate bond of the membrane waterproofing. D. Shores: Wood or adjustable metal type with bearing plates and with double wedges at bottom. 2.02 FORM ACCESSORIES A. Form Ties: Form ties shall be of the removable end, permanently embedded body type, and shall have sufficient strength and rigidity to support and maintain the form in proper position and alignment without the use of auxiliary spreaders. 2. Provide ties with a water seal washer for all liquid containing structures. B. Chamfers: Provide a chamfer on all exposed edges by using either _ wooden of plastic chamfer strips. Chamfer strips shall be forty five degree right angles in section with the two shorter sides measuring 3/4-inch. 2.03 DESIGN OF FORMWORK The design and engineering of all concrete formwork, including all shoring,,, bracing, and re -shoring, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Design formwork for loads, lateral pressure, and allowable stresses as described in ACI 347. Allow for design consideration, wind loads, allowable stresses, and other applicable requirements of controlling local building codes. Formwork shall compensate for anticipated deflection during placement of concrete when required to maintain specific tolerances. Design formwork to be readily removed without impact, shock, or damage to concrete surfaces and adjacent materials. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 FORMWORK CONSTRUCTION A. General: All formwork, scaffolds, and work platforms shall be safe and conform to OSHA requirements. 2. Construct and maintain formwork, complying with ACI 347 and these specifications so that it will maintain correct sizes of members, shape, alignment, elevation, and position during Fort Worth Water Department 03100 - 2 Concrete Formwork .. concrete placement, and until concrete has gained sufficient strength. Provide for openings, offsets, sinkages, keyways, recesses, moldings, anchorages, and inserts, as required. 3. Construct forms for easy removal without damage to concrete surfaces. 4. Formwork shall be sufficiently tight to prevent leakage of cement paste during concrete placement. Solidly butt joints and provide backup material at joints as required to prevent leakage and fins. 5. Chamfer strips shall be placed in forms to bevel all edges and corners permanently exposed to view, except the top edges of walls and slabs which are known to be tooled. Edges of formed joints and interior corners shall not be beveled unless shown or specified otherwise. Equipment bases shall have formed beveled edges for all vertical and horizontal corners. Unless otherwise noted, bevels shall be 3/4-inch wide. 6. If runways are required for moving equipment, provide for support or runways with struts or legs resting directly on the formwork or structural member. Do not allow runways or supports to rest on the reinforcing steel. 7. No form supports shall be cast in place or removed during or after Oft placement of concrete. No B. Forms for Surfaces Exposed to View or Liquid 1. Drill forms to suit ties used and to prevent leakage of concrete mortar around tie holes. Form ties shall be uniformly spaced and aligned in horizontal and vertical rows. Form ties shall not displace or interfere with reinforcing steel or other embedment placement. 2. Provide sharp, clean corners at intersecting planes with out visible edges or offsets. Back joints with extra studs or girts to maintain true, square, intersections. 3. Form molding shapes, recesses, and projections with smooth -finish materials and install in forms with sealed joints to prevent displacement. 4. Form exposed corners of beams and columns to produce square, smooth, solid, unbroken lines. Provide all exterior exposed corners with 3/4-inch chamfer. Fort Worth Water Department 03100 - 3 Concrete Formwork 5. Arrange facing material in orderly and symmetrical fashion. Keep the number of seams to a practical minimum. Support facing material adequately to prevent deflection in excess of allowable tolerances. 6. For flush surfaces exposed to view in the completed structure, overlap previously placed, hardened concrete with form sheathing by approximately 1-inch. Hold forms against hardened concrete to maintain true surfaces, preventing offsets or loss of mortar. C. Edge Forms and Screed Strips for Slabs: Set edge forms or bulkheads and intermediate screed strips for slabs to obtain required elevations and contours in the finish slab surface. Provide and secure units to support types of screeds required. 3.02 TOLERANCES A. Construct formwork so that concrete surfaces will be have a maximum variation of14" over any 10 foot length, or 1" over the entire dimension of the structure. B. Establish sufficient control points and bench marks as references for tolerance checks. Maintain these references in undisturbed condition until final completion and acceptance of the project. 3.03 ADUSTMENTS OF FORMWORK A. Use wedges or jacks to provide positive adjustment of shores and struts. Wedges used for final adjustment of forms should be fastened in position after inspection and before concrete placement. B. Securely brace forms against lateral deflections. Prepare and compensate for settling during concrete placement. C. For wall openings, construct wood forms that facilitate any necessary loosening to counteract swelling of forms. 3.04 PREPARATION OF FORM SURFACES A. Before placing concrete, clean surfaces of forms and embedded materials. -- Remove accumulated mortar, grout, rust, and other foreign matter. B. Coat forms for exposed or painted concrete surfaces with form oil or form - release agent before placing reinforcement. Cover form surfaces with coating material used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's printed Fort Worth Water Department 03 ] 00 - 4 Concrete Formwork instructions. Do not allow excess coating material to accumulate in forms or to contact hardened concrete against which fresh concrete will be placed. Remove coating material from reinforcement before placing concrete. C. Other than retained -in -place metal forms, form for unexposed surfaces may be wet with water immediately before concrete placement in lieu of coating. One exception is that when a possibility of freezing temperatures " exists, use of a coating is mandatory. 3.05 REMOVAL OF FORMS A. Forms on vertical surfaces, when repair of surface defects or finishing is required before concrete is aged, may be removed as soon as concrete has hardened sufficiently to resist damage from removal operations. B. Remove top forms on sloping surfaces of concrete as soon as concrete has attained sufficient stiffness to prevent sagging. Loosen wood forms for wall openings as soon as this can be accomplished without damage to concrete. Formwork for columns, walls, sides of beams, and other parts not supporting weight of concrete may be removed after 12 hours provided that concrete has hardened sufficiently to resist damage from removal operation and provided the removal of these forms will not disturb members supporting the weight of the concrete. C. All forms and shoring used to support weight of concrete or any construction loads shall remain in place until concrete has reached the minimum strength specified for removal of forms and shoring. In no case shall forms be removed in less than four (4) days. 3.06 REMOVAL STRENGTH The minimum concrete compressive strengths for removal of all formwork supporting the weight of concrete shall be at least 75 percent of the specified am minimum 28 day strength of the class of concrete involved. Obtain permission of Engineer prior to removal of forms. 3.07 RESHORING A. When re -shoring is permitted or required, plan operations in advance and secure approval of such operations. While re -shoring is underway, keep live load off the new construction. Do not permit concrete beams, slab, column, or other structural member to be subjected to combined dead and construction loads in excess of loads permitted for developed concrete strength at the time of re -shoring. Fort Worth Water Department 03100 - 5 Concrete Formwork B. Place re -shores as soon as practicable after stripping operations are complete, but in no case later than the end of the working day on which stripping occurs. Tighten re -shores to carry the required loads without overstressing construction. Leave re -shores in place until tests representative of concrete being supported have reached specified strength at the time of removal of formwork supporting the weight of concrete. 3.08 FORM REUSE Do not reuse forms that are worn or damaged beyond repair. Thoroughly clean and recoat forms before reuse. For wood or plywood forms to be used for exposed smooth finish, sand or otherwise dress concrete contact surface to original condition or provide form liner facing material. For metal forms, straighten, remove dents, and clean to return to original condition. Fort Worth Water Department 03100 - 6 Concrete Formwork ITEM 03200 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE This item specifies requirements for all concrete reinforcement- Also included are grouting of reinforcement dowel bars. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARD A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) ' 1. ASTM A 36 — Standard Specification for Structural Steel 2. ASTM A 82 — Standard Specification for Cold -Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement. 3. ASTM A 185 — Standard Specification for Welded Steel Wire Fabric for Concrete Reinforcement. 4. ASTM A 497 — Standard Specification for Welded Deformed Steel Wire Fabric for Concrete Reinforcement. 5. ASTM A 615 — Standard Specification fro Deformed and Plain Billet Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement. 6. ASTM A 675 — Standard Specification for Steel Bars and Bar Size Shapes, Carbon, Hot -Rolled Special Quality, Subject to Mechanical Property Requirements. B. American Concrete Institute (ACI) 1. ACI 315 — Manual of Standard Practice for Detailing Reinforced Concrete Structures. 2. ACI 318-77 — Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Certificates: 1. Submit the manufacturer's certificates giving the properties of steel proposed for use. List the manufacturer's test number and heat �,, Fort Worth Water Department 03200 - 1 Concrete Reinforcement number, chemical analysis, yield point, tensile strength, and percent elongation. Also identify on the certificates the proposed location of the steel in the work. 2. When foreign manufactured reinforcing bars are proposed for use, the material shall be tested for conformance to ASTM requirements by a certified independent testing laboratory located in the United States. Certification from any other source is not acceptable. Furnish copies of the test reports to the Engineer for review. Do not begin fabrication of reinforcement until the material has been approved. The cost of testing shall be borne by the supplier. B. Bill of Materials: Submit bills of materials to be reviewed with shop drawings. C. Shop Drawings: 1. Submit shop drawings according to the Item 01300, "Submittals". Show reinforcement fabrication, bar placement location, splices, spacing, and bar designation, bar type, length, size, bending, number of bars, bar support type, and other pertinent information, including dimensions. Information must correspond directly to data listed on the bill of materials. 2. Provide sufficient detail to permit placement of reinforcement. Do not begin fabrication of reinforcing steel until after shop drawings have been reviewed and approved by the Engineer. 3. Detail shop drawings according to ACI 315. e-� 4. Rebar submittal shall include the following information: �.». a. Grade of bars b. Table of bending dimensions, bar size, bar length, number of bars, and bar spacing. C. The rebar shall be listed separately for each structural element (wall, slab, footing, beam, etc.). Each element shall be labeled on the rebar list and clearly identified on the shop drawings. d. Each bar shall be identified such as corner bars, tie bars, vertical bars, etc. D. Manufacturer's Technical Literature: Submit manufacturer's technical° literature on the epoxy grout proposed for anchoring reinforcing dowels to Fort Worth Water Department 03200 - 2 Concrete Reinforcement hardened concrete. Information shall include manufacturer's recommended application procedures. 1.04 HANDLING AND STORAGE Store reinforcement above the ground on platforms, skids, or other supports. Protect reinforcing, as far as practicable, from mechanical injury, surface deterioration, and rusting caused by exposure to the weather. 1.05 NOTIFICATION Notify the Engineer at least 24 hours before concrete placement so that reinforcement may be inspected and errors corrected without delaying the work. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 REINFORCEMENT A. Deformed Bars: Use deformed bars, conforming to ASTM A 615, as shown on drawings, for all bars except those shown on drawings to be smooth bars. When grade is not shown on the drawings, use Grade 60. B. Smooth Bars: Use smooth bars conforming to ASTM A 36, Grade 60 or ASTM A 675 Grade 70 for all bars shown on the drawings to be smooth bars. C. Marking: Clearly mark all bars with waterproof tags showing the number of bars, size, mark, length, and yield strength. D. Welded Wire Fabric: 1. Welded Smooth Wire Fabric: Conform to ASTM A 185 2. Welded Wire Deformed Wire Fabric: Conform to ASTM A 497. 3. Provide wire size, spacing, and type shown. Where type is not shown on the drawings use welded smooth wire fabric. 2.02 TIE WIRE Use 18 gage annealed steel for tie wire. 2.03 BAR SUPPORTS Provide chairs, riser bars, ties, and other accessories made of plastic or metal, except as otherwise specified. Bar supports and accessories shall be made of the a Fort Worth Water Department 03200 - 3 Concrete Reinforcement sizes required to provide concrete cover as specified. Metal bar supports and accessories shall be Class I or 2, conforming to the requirements of the CRSI Manual of Standard Practice. 2.04 EPDXY GROUT Epoxy grout shall be high strength rigid epoxy adhesive manufactured for the purpose of anchoring dowels into hardened concrete. 2.05 FABRICATION A. Bending: Fabricate bars to the shapes shown on the drawings by cold bending. Bends shall conform to the minimum bend diameters specified in ACI 318. Do not straighten or re -bend bars without specific approval. B. Splices: Locate splices as shown on the drawings. Where it is necessary to splice reinforcement at locations other than shown on the drawings, the splices shall be approved by the Engineer. Use a minimum number of splices located at points of minimum stress. Stagger splices in adjacent bars. C. Construction Joints: Reinforcing steel shall be continuous through construction joints. D. Fabrication Tolerances: Bars shall have a maximum tolerance of one inch. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 CLEANING Clean reinforcement of all scale, loose or flaky rust, or other foreign material, including oil, mud, or coating that will reduce the bond to the concrete. �. 3.02 PLACEMENT A. Interferences: If reinforcing steel interferes with the location of other reinforcing steel, conduits, or other embedded items, bars may be moved within specified tolerances or one bar diameter, whichever is greater. If greater movement is required to avoid interference, notify the Engineer. B. Concrete Cover I. Slabs and Walls a. Top and Bottom bars for dry conditions: 1" r� Fort Worth Water Department 03200 - 4 Concrete Reinforcement .�. b. Formed concrete surfaces exposed to weather, water, or sewage: 2" 2. Beams and Columns a. For dry conditions 1-1/2" b. Exposed to earth, water, sewage 2" 3. Footings and Base Slabs a. At formed surfaces bearing on concrete mat 2" b. At unformed surfaces in contact with earth 3" Cover for reinforcing steel shall not be less than the minimum shown above and shall not exceed the minimum by more than %z". C. Placement in Forms: Use spacers, chairs, wire ties, and other accessory items necessary to properly assemble, space, and support reinforcing. Wire ties through forms and temporary spacers will not be allowed. Provide accessories of sufficient number, size, and strength to adequately .. prevent deflection or displacement of reinforcement due to construction loads or concrete placement. Use appropriate accessories to position and support bolts, anchors, and other embedded items. Tie reinforcing bars at each intersection and to accessories. Blocking reinforcement with concrete or masonry is prohibited. D. Placement of Concrete on Ground: Support reinforcement on pre -cast concrete block spaced at approximately 3 feet on center each way. Use a minimum of one block for each nine (9) square feet. Tie blocks to at least one reinforcing bar using tie wires embedded in the block. E. Splices: 1. Do not splice bars, except at locations shown on the drawings or an the reviewed shop drawings, without approval by the Engineer. 2. Lap Splices: Tie securely with wire to prevent displacement of splices during placement of concrete. F. Construction Joints: Place reinforcing continuous through construction joints. G. Welded Wire Fabric: Install wire fabric in as long lengths as practicable. Lap adjoining pieces at least one full mesh plush 6 inches. Lace splices with wire. Do not make end laps midway between supporting beams, or �, Fort Worth Water Department 03200 - 5 Concrete Reinforcement directly over beams of continuous structures. Offset end laps in adjacent widths to prevent continuous laps. H. Field Bending: Shape reinforcing bent during construction operations to conform to the drawings. Bars shall be cold bent; do not heat bars. Closely inspect the reinforcing for breaks. If reinforcing is damaged, replaced or repair as directed by the Engineer. Do not bend reinforcement after it is embedded in the concrete. Do not field bend any reinforcing without Engineer's approval. Field Cutting: Reinforcing bars cut on the job shall be cut by shearing or sawing. Do not cut bars with a cutting torch unless approved by the Engineer. 3.03 GROUTING OF REINFORCING BARS Use specified epoxy for anchoring reinforcing steel to existing concrete. If diameter of hole is not specifically dimensioned in the drawings, drill hole in existing concrete that is 1/4-inch to %2-inch larger than the diameter of the reinforcing bar. Immediately prior to installation of the reinforcing bar, blow the hole clean of all debris using compressed air. Partially fill the hole with epoxy. Use enough epoxy so that when the bar is inserted, the epoxy grout will completely fill the hole around the dowel. Dip the end of the reinforcing bar in epoxy and install into the partially filled hole. Follow manufacturer's instructions in use of epoxy. Fort Worth Water Department 03200 - 6 Concrete Reinforcement. .y. ITEM 03250 CONCRETE JOINTS AND EMBEDDED ITEMS PART1 GENERAL 1.01 WORK INCLUDED This item specifies requirements for all concrete joints and embedded items for cast -in -place concrete. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) 1. ASTM A 120 — Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black, and Hot -Dipped Zinc -Coated (Galvanized) Welded and Seamless. 2. ASTM C 881 — Standard Specification for Epoxy -Resin -Base Bonding Systems in Concrete. 3. ASTM D 994 — Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete (Bituminous Type). 4. ASTM D 1190 — Standard Specification for Concrete Joint Sealer, Hot -Poured Elastic Type. 5. ASTM D 1751 — Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Fillers for Concrete Paving and Structural Construction. 6. ASTM A 1752 — Standard Specification for Preformed Sponge Rubber and Cork Expansion Joint Fillers for Concrete Paving and Structural Construction. 7. ASTM D 1850 — Standard Specification for Concrete Joint Sealer, .. Cold -Application Type. 8. ASTM D 2628 — Standard Specification for Preformed Polychloroprene Elastomeric Joint Seals for Concrete Pavements. 9. ASTM C 920 — Elastomeric Joint Sealants B. US Army Corps of Engineers (CRD): CRD-0572 — Corps of Engineers specifications for Polyvinyl Chloride Waterstops. C. American Concrete Institute (ACI) , Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 1 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items l . ACI 503 — Standard Specification for Bonding Plastic Concrete to Hardened Concrete with a Multi -Component Epoxy Adhesive. 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Submittals shall be made in accordance with the requirements of Item r" 01300, "Submittals". Submit the following items: 1. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings showing all concrete joints, proposed sequences for concrete placement, and type of concrete specified. 2. Product Data: a. When substitutions are proposed by the Contractor for acceptable brands of materials specified herein, submit brochures and samples of proposed substitutions to the Engineer for approval before delivery to the project. b. Submit manufacturer's technical literature on product brands, proposed for use by the Contractor to the Engineer for review. The submittal shall include the manufacturer's installation and/or application instruction. Submittals shall be made on the following products: 1.) Joint sealing compound and primer 2.) Bonding Agent 3.) Elastomeric compression seal. 4.) Waterstops PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 EXPANSION JOINT FILLER Preformed bituminous type conforming to ASTM D 994. Provide'/o-inch thick filler unless otherwise shown. Use bituminous for exterior slabs and paving. 2.02 EXPANSION JOINT FILLERS, NONBITUMINOUS Preformed Type III self -expanding cork filler conforming to ASTM D 1752. Use non -bituminous for interior slabs. 2.03 JOINT SEALING COMPOUND (BITUMINOUS JOINT FILLER) Catalytically blown asphalt type to be used with bituminous type joint filler. Gulf Seal No. 622-X Medium Special Catalytically Blown Asphalt Joint and Crack Filler as manufactured by Gulf States Asphalt Company, Inc., Houston, Texas, or Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 2 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items E3 approved equal. Use Gulf States Asphalt Company Primer No. 207, or approved equal, for priming joints before pouring seal. 2.04 JOINT SEALING COMPOUNDS (NON -BITUMINOUS JOINT FILLER) Single or multi -component cold -applied elastomeric type joint sealants conforming to ASTM C 920. Sealant shall be gray in color. Provide joint primer according to manufacturer's recommendations. 2.05 CONCRETE BONDING AGENT Shall permanently bond fresh wet concrete to cured concrete and shall conform to ASTM C 881, Type II. Grade and class shall be as required for the project application. A field service representative of the manufacturer shall be available during the application to instruct the Contractor in the proper use of the product when so requested by the Engineer or the Contractor. Im 2.06 EXPANSION JOINT DOWELS am Smooth steel bars conforming to the requirements of the concrete reinforcing section. Cut dowels to length at shop or mill before delivery to the site. Dowels must be straight and clean, free of loose flaky rust and loose scale. 2.07 WATERSTOPS Waterstops shall be made of virgin polyvinyl chloride compound and shall conform to the requirements of the Corps of Engineers Specification CRD-0572. Waterstops shall be produced by an extrusion process and shall be uniform in dimension, homogenous and free from porosity. Unless otherwise shown, use waterstops of 6-inch minimum width and 3/8-inch minimum thickness. Waterstop construction shall include: A. Construction Joints: Serrated type with center bulb B. Expansion Joints: Dumb -bell type with a minimum 3/4-inch diameter center bulb. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PLACEMENT OF EMBEDDED ITEMS A. Place embedded items to least impair strength of the structure. Obtain approval of locations for embedded items not shown on the structural drawings before placement of concrete. Should locations of embedded a Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 3 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items items be detrimental to the strength of the structure, notify the Engineer and relocate items as directed by the Engineer. B. Do not cut or reposition reinforcing steel to facilitate installation of inserts, conduit, sleeves, anchor bolts, mechanical openings, and similar items without prior approval of the Engineer, except that reinforcing bars may be moved one bar diameter or within tolerances specified. 3.02 CONSTRUCTION JOINTS r- A. Make construction joints only at locations shown on the drawings, the reviewed shop drawings, or at locations approved by the Engineer. Any additional construction joints or relocation of construction joints proposed by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Engineer for review. _ B. Joints shall be located to least impair the strength of the structure. Locate joints in walls and columns at the underside of floors, slabs, beams, and at tops of footings, or floor slabs. C. All joints shall be perpendicular to main reinforcement. Continue all reinforcing steel. Unless otherwise shown, provide longitudinal keys at least 1-1/2 inch deep by one-third of the wall thickness, centered in the wall, in all joints in walls and slabs, and between walls and slabs of footings. When joints in beams are allowed, provide shear key and inclined dowels as directed by the Engineer. D. Construction joints in slabs on ground shall have a groove in the top of the slab, at the joint, as detailed to receive joint sealant. E. Prepare joints by roughening the concrete surface in a manner which will expose aggregate uniformly. Remove latence, loosened particles of aggregate, damaged concrete at surface, and other substances which may �- prevent adhesion. Prior to placing concrete, coat horizontal joint surface with a mixture of neat cement grout. F. Between new and existing concrete in water bearing and below grade structures where installation of waterstop is not possible, use a bonding agent applied to roughened and cleaned surfaces of concrete. Follow manufacturer's recommendations and these specifications with respect to preparation of surfaces and applications of bond agent. G. Provide waterstops in all wall and slab construction joints as specified in all water bearing structures, all below grade joints, and all locations shown on the drawings. L� Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 4 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items —. 3.03 EXPANSION JOINTS A. Do not extend reinforcement or other embedded metal items that are continuously bonded to concrete through any expansion joints. B. Position expansion joint filler material accurately. Support against displacement during concrete placement and vibration. Place filler the full depth of the member less and allowance to form a groove for sealant as detailed. 3.04 DOWELS Where indicated on drawings, install dowels at right angles to construction joints and expansion joints. Align dowels accurately with finished surface. Rigidly ' hold in place and support during concrete placement. Unless otherwise shown on the drawings, apply oil or grease to one end of all dowels through expansion joints. 3.05 CONTRACTION JOINTS A. Make top grooves for contraction joints in slabs on grade as detailed and seal as specified. Grooves may be made with forms or may be sawed. B. If contraction joints are sawed, properly time cutting with concrete set. Start cutting as soon as concrete has hardened sufficiently to prevent aggregates from being dislodged by the saw. Complete cutting before shrinkage stresses have developed sufficiently to induce cracking. M 3.06 BONDED JOINTS Bonded joints shall be used only where shown on the drawings, where specified, or upon written approval of the Engineer. Prepare surface to be bonded and apply bonding agent in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and ACI 503, except that surface preparation by acid etching will not be allowed. Forms in the area of the bonded joint shall be properly protected so that any bonding agent that may be inadvertently applied to the form will not bond the form to the concrete. 3.07 WATERSTOPS .. A. Provide waterstops in all horizontal an vertical joints in foundation slabs and peripheral walls of all structures up to a minimum of 12 inches above final ground level, and all walls and slabs of liquid containing structures or compartments to a minimum of 12 inches above maximum liquid level, unless specifically shown otherwise on the drawings. as Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 5 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items B. Each piece of pre -molded waterstop must be of maximum practicable length for a minimal number of end joints. C. All waterstops shall be continuous, and so jointed as to form a complete barrier to the passage of water through any construction, contraction, or expansion joint. D. Joints in PVC waterstops shall be made by heating the two surfaces to be joined until the material has softened to the point where it is just short of being fluid and then bringing the two softened surfaces together with a slight rubbing motion followed by firmly pressing them together so that a solid and tight bond is made. E. The joints in strips of waterstop made in the above manner shall be such that the entire cross section of the joint shall be dense, homogeneous, and free of all porosity. All finished joints shall have a tensile strength of not less than 75% of the material of the strip as extruded. F. The heating of the surfaces to be joined shall be done by means of an electric hot plate designed for this specific purpose and controlled by means of a voltage regulator. G. Provide jigs to hold all joints in proper alignment. H. All waterstops shall be installed so that half its width will be embedded on each side of the joint. The method selected for holding the waterstop in position must ensure that the waterstop will be held securely in true position and in straight alignment in the joint during placement and vibration of the concrete. 1. Contractor may elect to drill holes in waterstops approximately 1 inch from each edge or between the outennost ribs at each edge and center the waterstop in the joint. Tie both edges of the waterstop and fasten to reinforcing steel with black annealed steel tie wire as specified for tying reinforcing steel and secure in place so that the waterstop will be perpindicular to the joint and remain in the required position during concrete or grout placement. The spacing of the waterstop ties shall match the spacing of the adjacent reinforcing, but need not be spaced closer than 12 inches on center. r 2. Contractor shall install 5,000 psi grout (8 sack) a minimum of 2" above the waterstop in order to prevent aggregates in concrete from crushing or deforming waterstop. Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 6 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items I. Care shall be exercised to ensure that the waterstop is completely embedded and without voids. 3.08 SEALING JOINTS A. Thoroughly clean and prime joints to be sealed before applying sealant. B. Apply sealants in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. C. Sealant shall be applied when the ambient temperature is between 40 and 90 degrees F, unless recommended otherwise by the manufacturer. D. During pouring operations, exercise care to prevent sealant from spilling onto surfaces adjacent to grooves. 3.09 SETTING ANCHOR BOLTS Im A. Set anchor bolts for structural steel specified in Division 5 — Metals, according to this section. B. Install equipment anchor bolts as required by the equipment manufacturer. C. Provide accurately made templates for positioning anchor bolts. 3.10 OTHER EMBEDDED ITEMS A. It is the Contractor's responsibility to coordinate the requirements for embedded items and to ensure that the embedded items are properly placed. B. Accurately position and support embedded items against displacement during concrete placement. C. Voids in sleeves, inserts, anchors, etc., shall be filled temporarily with readily removable material to prevent the entry of concrete into the voids. D. Conduits, pipe, and inserts of aluminum shall not be embedded in structural concrete unless effectively coated or covered to prevent aluminum -concrete reaction or electrolytic action between the aluminum and steel. i Fort Worth Water Department 03250 - 7 Concrete Joints and Embedded Items ITEM 03300 CAST -IN -PLACE CONCRETE PART] GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. Furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment and related items required to perform the cast -in -place reinforced structural concrete work as specified. B. Coordinate the requirements of this item with all other sections of Division 3, Concrete. C. Perform "Leakage Test" of all hydraulic structures. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) B. American Concrete Institute (ACI) 1. ACI 613, Recommended Practice for Selecting Proportions for Concrete. 2. ACI 68-63, Placing Concrete by Pumping Methods 3. ACI 318, Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete 4. ACI 350R, Environmental Engineering and Concrete Structures 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Submit test data for the proposed concrete design mix(es). The test data shall be prepared by an independent certified testing laboratory employed and paid by the Contractor. The design mix submittal shall meet the following requirements" 1. 7 and 28 day compressive strength results for the specific proposed concrete design mixes. 2. The manufacturer's technical information for each type of admixture proposed for use in the project. B. Submit manufacturer's technical literature and application procedures for Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 1 Cast -in -Place Concrete any products proposed as alternates to those specified herein, including: 1. Air entraining agents 2. Admixtures and curing materials 3. Joint sealants 4. Form coating materials 5. Concrete finishing and coating products. C. It is the contractor's responsibility to provide information required by the Engineer to evaluate and approve an alternate to any product listed as a standard of quality in this specification. The Engineer reserves the right to reject any proposed alternates. 1.04 STORAGE OF MATERIALS A. Cement: Store cement in watertight buildings, bins, or silos to provide protection from dampness, and contamination and to minimize warehouse set. 0 B. Aggregate: Arrange and use aggregate stockpiles to avoid excessive segregation or contamination with other materials or with other sizes of like aggregates. Build stockpiles in successive horizontal layers not exceeding three feet in thickness. Complete each layer before the next layer is started. Do not use frozen or partially frozen aggregates. C. Sand: Before using, allow sand to drain until a uniform moisture content is reached. D. Admixtures: Store admixtures to avoid contamination, evaporation, or damage. For those used in the form of suspensions or non -stable solutions, provide suitable agitating equipment to assure uniform distribution or ingredients. Protect liquid admixtures from freezing and other temperature changes which would adversely affect their characteristics. 1.05 CONTROL OF CONCRETE MIXTURES A. Consistency: Test for slump shall be performed at the job site immediately prior to placing in accordance with Method of Slump Test for Consistency of Portland Cement Concrete (ASTM C143). If the slump is Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 2 Cast -in -Place Concrete greater than that specified, the concrete shall be rejected. Concrete showing either poor cohesion or poor coating of the coarse aggregate with paste shall be remixed. If the slump is within the allowable limit, but excessive bleeding, poor workability, or poor finishability are observed, changes in the concrete mix shall be obtained only by an adjustment of one or more of the following: 1. The gradation of aggregate 2. The proportion of fine and coarse aggregate 3. The percentage of entrained air within the allowable limits B. Air Content: Test for air content shall be made on a fresh concrete sample. Air content for concrete made of ordinary aggregates having low absorption shall be made in accordance with either Method of Test for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method (ASTM C 231), or Method of Test for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method (ASTM C 173). If light weight aggregates or aggregates with high absorptions are used, the latter test method shall be used. C. Unit Weight: Test in accordance with Method Test for Weight per Cubic Foot, Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete (ASTM C 138). D. Strength: Compression test specimens shall be made and cured in accordance with Method of Making and Curing Concrete Compression and Flexural Test Specimens in the Field (ASTM C 31); Strength of Molded Concrete Cylinders (ASTM C 39). PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. Concrete: All structural concrete shall be normal weight concrete weighing no more than 145 pcf with a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi at 28 days. B. Cement: 1. Cement shall conform to ASTM C-150 Type IA and IIA, Specification for Portland Cement. 2. Only one type and brand of each type of cement shall Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 3 Cast -in -Place C crete r in any one structure. C. Aggregates: Fine and coarse aggregates shall conform to ASTM C33, Specification for Concrete Aggregates. D. Admixtures: 1. A high -range water reducer (superplasticizer) is required on all wall pours and is optional in all other concrete. The high -range water reducer shall conform to ASTM C-494, Specification for Chemical Admixtures in Concrete. 2. Air entraining is required in all concrete and shall conform to ASTM C260, Specification for Air -Entraining Admixtures for Concrete. E. Reinforcing Steel: 1. Reinforcing steel shall conform to ASTM A615, Grade 60. 2. Clearly mark all bars with waterproof tags showing the number of bars, size, mark, length, and yield strength. 3. Tie wire shall be 18 gage annealed steel F. Bar Supports 1. Bar supports and accessories shall be of the sizes required to provide the concrete cover specified. Where concrete surfaces are exposed to the weather, or liquid in hydraulic structures in finished work, provide plastic accessories only. Where polyethylene sheeting is used beneath slabs, bar supports shall be provided that will not penetrate the sheeting. 2. Precast concrete bar supports shall use the same class of concrete as specified for the concrete of the structure. The height of the block shall be the same height required to provide the cover specified for reinforcing. The block shall contain wires for securing the block to the reinforcement. G. Formwork Fort Worth Water Department Design and details of formwork shall conform to ACI 347, Guide to Formwork for Concrete. 03300 - 4 Cast -in -Place Concrete 2. Use smooth forms on all vertical concrete surfaces exposed to view or to water. Rough forms may be used on all concrete surfaces not exposed to view or to water. Form material shall have sufficient strength and thickness to withstand the hydraulic pressure of newly placed concrete without deformation. 3. Smooth forms shall be steel, smooth dressed wood, plastic -faced .. plywood, fiberglass, or other material approved by the Engineer. The forms shall provide a continuous, straight, smooth surface. Form material shall be free of raised grain, torn surfaces, worn edges, patches, dents, or other defects. 4. Rough forms shall consist of undressed lumber or plywood free of knots, splits, or other defects. 5. Provide chamfer strips at all edges of concrete exposed to view. Size of chamfer to be 3/4" unless shown otherwise on engineering drawings. H. Form Ties 1. The form tie assembly shall provide cone shaped depressions 1 inch diameter at the surface and 1-1/2 inches deep to allow for patching of the tie holes. 2. Tie rods to remain in place shall provide tight fitting washers at midpoint. Washers are not required form multi -rod ties. I. Form Coating Materials 1. Form coating shall conform to ACI 347, Guide to Formwork for Concrete. 2. Form coating must not bond with, stain, or adversely affect concrete surfaces. 3. Form coating must not impair subsequent treatment of concrete surfaces, including bonding agents, curing compounds, and waterproofing. J. Curing Materials 1. Membrane curing compounds shall conform to ASTM C308, Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 5 Cast -in -Place Concrete Standard Practice for Curing Concrete. 2. Membrane curing compound shall be applied at the manufacturer's recommended application rate. 3. Polyethylene film used for curing shall conform to ASTM C171, Specification for Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete. K. Waterstops and Sealants 1. Waterstops shall be PVC with a minimum thickness of 3/8" and a minimum width of 6". PVC waterstops shall be continuous, placed according to manufacturer's recommendations. 2. Sealant shall be Sikaflex la, or approved equal, applied according to manufacturer's recommendations. 2.02 PROPORTIONING AND MIXING CONCRETE A. Proportioning Structural Concrete 1. Select proportions of ingredients to produce a concrete having proper workability, durability, strength, and appearance. Proportion ingredients to produce a mixture that will work readily into corners and angles of forms and around reinforcement by methods of placing and consolidation employed in the project. Concrete mix shall not allow materials to segregate or allow excess free water to collect on the surface. 2. Minimum cementitious content for 4,000 psi concrete shall be 540 pounds per cubic yard. 3. The maximum allowable water/cement ratio for 4,000 psi concrete shall not exceed 0.42. Include free water in the aggregate in all water/cement ratio computations. 4. Slump shall be 3-5 inches. When a high -range water reducer is used, slump shall not exceed 6 inches. 5. Air content for 4,000 psi concrete shall be 4-7%. B. Mixing Concrete Provide adequate facilities for accurate measurement and control of each Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 6 Cast -in -Place Concrete C '' V.- 1-7 as material used in each batch of concrete. The accuracy of weighing equipment must conform to applicable requirements of ASTM for such equipment. Tick information for each truck of delivered concrete must include the following information: 1. Truck number 2. Time truck left batch plant 3. Time truck arrived at construction site 4. Weights for cement and aggregates as batched 5. Concrete batch number 6. Total amount of water and admixtures 7. Temperature of concrete Deliver recorded ticket copies with concrete. Provide Contractor with one copy and Engineer with one copy of tickets. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 REINFORCEMENT PLACEMENT A. Place and hold reinforcement in position so that the concrete cover, as measured from the surface of the bar to the form surface, is as follows: Concrete cast against permanently exposed earth: 3" cover All other concrete 2" cover B. Support reinforcing bars to prevent displacement by construction loads or concrete placement beyond the specified tolerances. C. Bends shall conform to the minimum bend diameters specified in ACI 318. Do not straighten or rebend bars. Do not bend reinforcement after being embedded in hardened concrete. D. Bars may be moved as necessary to avoid interference with other reinforcing steel, conduits, or embedded items. If bars are moved more than two bar diameters, or enough to exceed the specified tolerances, the resulting arrangement of bars shall be approved by the Engineer prior to placement of concrete. E. Splices 1. Length of lap splices shall be in accordance with ACI 318. 2. Tie lap splices securely with wire to prevent displacement 3. Splicing by welding is prohibited Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 7 Cast -in -Place Concrete F. Reinforcing bars field cut at the jobsite shall be cut by shearing and sawing. Cutting with a cut torch is not acceptable. G. Place reinforcing through construction joints, unless otherwise shown on engineering drawings. 3.02 FORM CONSTRUCTION AND HANDLING A. Form joints shall be mortar tight. Grout leakage at joints is unacceptable. 0 B. Form panels shall be constructed in the largest sizes allowable for handling and load bearing requirements. C. Plywood and other wood surfaces shall be sealed against absorption of moisture from concrete. D. Removal of forms shall be in accordance with ACI 347, Guide to Formwork for Concrete. Remove form ties as soon as possible after formwork removal. 3.03 INSPECTION A. Before concrete placement, all reinforcement shall be free of mud, oil, coating or other materials that may adversely affect of reduce the bond. All reinforcing steel shall be securely tied and supported to prevent .w displacement by construction loads or concrete placement. Forms shall be clean and free from loose material or debris. B. Notify the Engineer twenty-four hours prior to the start of concrete placement to allow for inspection of the reinforcing steel placement. Costs due to delays resulting from corrective work will be borne by the Contractor at no additional expense to the Owner. 3.04. PLACEMENT OF CONCRETE A. Concrete shall be placed in approximately 12 inches to 24 inches horizontal layers. Placement shall conform to ACI 309R. B. Concrete shall not be dropped freely more than 4 feet. Bottom dump buckets are acceptable as long as care is taken to avoid segregation caused by jarring or bumping the bucket. C. Chutes: Chute slopes shall be between one vertical to two horizontal and Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 8 Cast -in -Place Concrete en one vertical to three horizontal. A baffle shall be provided at the end of each chute unless a drop chute or tremie is used. In general, drop chutes and/or tremies shall be used in walls and columns. Drop chutes and tremies shall be moved at short intervals during the pour. Vibrators shall not be used in lieu of proper movement of the equipment. D. Pumping: Pumping equipment shall be compatible with the slump and aggregate specified. Loss of slump from the pump hopper to the delivery point shall not exceed 1-1/2 inches. E. Placing in Forms: Vibration of successive layers of poured concrete is required. The vibrator shall not penetrate the underlying layer by more than 2 feet. The use of vibrators to move concreter horizontally within the forms is unacceptable. If forms become displaced in any way during placing of concrete, immediately stop the operation and do not resume placing until forms have been re -braced and brought back to required lines and levels. F. Vibrators 1. Vibrators shall conform to ACI 309R 2. Vibrators shall be high frequency with a minimum frequency of 8,000 rpm. 3. Continue vibration until the escape of large bubble at the surface has ceased and before segregation has occurred. G. Weather Conditions �.. 1. Do not place concrete during rain, sleet, snow, or freezing weather. 2. Do not permit rainwater to increase mixing water or to damage surface finish. If rainfall occurs after placing operations begin, provide adequate covering to protect the work. 3. The maximum permissible temperature of concrete during placement is 95 degrees F. m . 4. When the temperature is 40 degrees F and rising, concrete may be placed as long as the water and/or aggregate is heated so that the concrete temperature is at least 55 degrees F at the time of the pour. M Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 9 Cast -in -Place Concrete 3.05 COMPACTION OF CONCRETE A. General: All concrete shall be placed and compacted with mechanical vibrators. The number, type, and size of the units shall be approved by the Engineer in advance of the placing operations. No concrete will be ordered until sufficient approved vibrators are on the job. B. Concrete Slabs: Concrete for slabs shall be compacted with vibrating screeds and internal vibrators. C. Walls and Columns: Internal vibrators shall be used throughout rather than form vibrators. In general, for each vibrator needed to melt down the batch at the point of discharge, one or more additional vibrators must be used to densify, homogenize, and perfect the surface. D. Amount of Vibration: Vibrators are to be used to consolidate properly placed concrete, but not to transport concrete in the forms. Vibration shall continue until: 1. Frequency returns to normal 2. Surface appears liquefied, flattened, or glistening 3. Trapped air ceases to rise 4. Coarse aggregate has blended into surface, but not disappeared. Oft 3.06 JOINTS A. Construction Joints: 1. Construction joints shall be cast in such a manner that abutting members are bonded and free of honeycomb or voids. 2. The joint surface of the previously cast member shall be cleaned free of all oil, grease, curing compound, or dirt, and shall be wetted. Horizontal joints shall be coated with grout immediately prior to casting the adjacent member. Cleaning shall be accomplished by high-pressure water jet, wet sandblasting, dry sandblasting, or scrubbing — singly or in combination — as required. Scrubbing shall be done initially when concrete is green so that any latence film will be removed. B. Control Joints Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 10 Cast -in -Place Concrete Im 1. Control joints shall be formed by sawing, or as otherwise shown. Sawing shall be done as the concrete hardens sufficiently to prevent raveling of the concrete at the edges. All sawing operations including joint sealing shall be completed within a period of time from 12 to 24 hours after the concrete is placed. Sawing shall not be done while the concrete temperature is falling. Joint shall be cut'/4" wide by 1-1/2" deep, or as otherwise shown. 2. The Contractor shall have at least one spare saw available during the sawing operations. 3. Control joints shall be cleaned and filled with sealant. Inject sealant through a nozzle into the bottom of the joint filling the joint without air voids. Control joints shall be inspected by the Engineer prior to injecting sealant. 3.07 CONCRETE A. Mix concrete only in quantities for immediate use. Discard concrete which has set. Re -tempering of set concrete is not permitted. Completely discharge concrete at the site within 1 hour. In hot weather, the Contractor shall carefully monitor the concrete quality and adjust delivery schedule and batching operations as required. B. Indiscriminate addition of water to increase the slump is prohibited. Do not exceed either the maximum specified water/cement ratio or the maximum slump. Any addition of water above the maximum water/cement ratio is cause for rejection. C. If concrete arrives with cement balls, balls shall be removed. Excessive balling is grounds for rejection of the truck. Trucks carrying balled concrete shall have their numbers taken. If the same truck arrives at the site carrying balled concrete three times, it will be rejected and not allowed to return to the site. 3.08 CURING AND PROTECTION A. Curing shall conform to ACI 308 and shall be in accordance with approved curing materials and procedures submitted to and approved by the Engineer. B. Protect freshly deposited concrete from premature drying, excessively hot or cold temperatures, and excessive moisture loss for a period of time Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 1 1 Cast -in -Place Concrete necessary for the hydration of the cement and proper hardening of the concrete. C. During the curing period, protect concrete from damaging mechanical disturbances, such as load stresses, heavy shock, and excessive vibration. Protect finished concrete surfaces from damage caused by construction equipment, materials, rain, or running water. If at any time during the progress of the work the temperature drops below 40 degrees F, the Contractor shall make suitable provisions to protect the concrete. This protection shall consist of the use of insulating materials such as blankets, mats, etc., and equipment for providing artificial heat. If heaters are used, precautions shall be taken to prevent drying to the slab. D. Curing for Slabs and Footings: Initial Curing: Immediately after the finishing operations are completed, the concrete shall be covered with two thicknesses of 10-ounce burlap or other approved materials thoroughly saturated with water before placement. This covering shall remain in contact with the concrete and be kept saturated with water by spraying until the peak temperature produced by hydration has passed, but for at least 24 hours. At the end of this time, initial curing may be terminated and final curing begun. 2. Final Curing: Cover concrete with an approved curing compound to ASTM Designation C309. Color to be white. Waterproof curing paper conforming to ASTM C 171 is also acceptable. Total curing time shall be at least seven days. Curing compound shall be applied evenly in tow coats until no pinhole or other coating break remains, and an opaque white coating is achieved. Curing compound will not be allowed for final curing of structural floor slabs or for construction joints on surfaces to be painted. E. Curing for Walls and Columns Initial Curing: Immediately after concrete is completed, the exposed surface of the concrete shall be covered with two layers of 10-ounce burlap or other approved absorptive materials, thoroughly saturated with water before placement. This covering shall remain in contact with the concrete and be kept saturated with water by spraying for at least 96 hours. At the time end of this time, initial curing may be terminated and final curing begun. Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 12 Cast -in -Place Concrete 2. Final Curing: Cover concrete with an approved curing compound conforming to ASTM Designation C 309. Color to be white. Waterproof curing paper conforming to ASTM Designation C 171 is also acceptable. Total curing time shall be at least ten days, during which interface temperature of concrete shall be above 50 degrees F. Curing compound will not be allowed for final curing of any interior or exterior exposed structural concrete. Final curing will be accomplished by continuing initial curing process for an additional ten days. Curing compound shall not be used on walls to be painted or to receive a water proofing system. 3. Alternate Initial Curing: In case forms are removed before end of initial cure period, or in case of unformed wall surfaces (shot- crete), the exposed surfaces of the concrete shall be covered with two layers of 10-ounce burlap or other approved absorptive materials, thoroughly saturated with water before placement. This covering shall be held in contact with the concrete and be kept saturated with water by spraying until the end of the intial curing period (96 hours curing). 3.09 FINISHING OF FORMED SURFACES A. Surfaces Requiring No Finish: A finish is not required on surfaces concealed from view by earth, in the completed structure. B. Smooth Form Finish: 1. Use plywood or fiberboard linings or forms in as large of sheets as practicable and with smooth, even edges and close joints. 2. Patch tie holes and defects. Rub fins and joint marks with carborundum stone to leave a smooth, unmarred finish surface. 3. Use a smooth form finish on all surfaces exposed to view. 3.10 FINISHING SLABS AND SIMILAR FLAT SURFACES �r A. Shaping to Contour: Use strike -off templates or approved compacting - type screeds riding on screed strips or edge forms to bring concrete surface to the proper contour. B. Consolidation: Thoroughly consolidate concrete in slabs and use internal vibration in beams and girders of framed slabs and along bulkheads of slabs on grade. Obtain and consolidation of slabs and floors with vibrating Fort Worth Water Department 03300 - 13 Cast -in -Place Concrete ITEM 03700 FLOWABLE FILL PART1 GENERAL "- 1.01 DESCRIPTION This item governs the use of Ready -Mix Flowable Fill, sometimes known as Controlled Density Fill (CDF). Flowable fill shall consist of Portland cement, fly ash, sand, fine rock, and water in various mixtures depending on the design strength of the mixture. Flowable fill shall meet the requirements of ACI 229R-99 "Controlled Low -Strength Materials". 1.02 SUBMITTALS Prior to delivery of material to construction site, Contractor to submit supplier data, to include mix proportions, to Engineer for approval. PART2 PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. Cement: Cement shall be Portland Cement meeting requirements of ASTM C-150. B. Aggregates: Aggregates shall meet requirements of ASTM C-33. C. Flyash: Flyash shall meet the requirements of ASTM C-618. D. Admixtures: 1. Mineral admixtures shall be pozzolanic materials. 2. Chemical admixtures shall be liquid or powder form used in �. standard ready -mix concrete production. Permissable types of admixtures include: a. High air generators designed to lower unit weights, reduce shrinkage, and control compressive strengths. b. Air entraining admixtures conforming to ASTM C-260 C. High range water reducers conforming to ASTM C-494 d. Accelerating admixtures conforming to ASTM C-494 .. �, Fort Worth Water Department 03700 - 1 Flowable Fill 2.02 MIXTURES The Contractor shall gain the Engineer's approval for the Ready Mix Flowable Fill mixture. The mix shall provide high flow properties without segregation. 2.03 PERFORMANCE Flowable fill shall develop a minimum 1 hour compressive strength of 15 psi and a minimum 28 day compressive strength of 300 psi. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Contractor's supplier shall pre -test all pump application prior to day of placement with actual equipment. Flowable fill shall be batched at the concrete plant and hauled to job site in ready -mix trucks with continuous agitating drums. During any waiting period prior to discharge, truck drums shall agitate mixture. Entrained air shall be added as per manufacturer's instructions. B. The height of free fall of flowable fill shall not exceed four feet. The use of vibrator shall not be required. After the flowable fill has been placed, it shall not be covered or subjected to additional loads for 24 hours. Curing shall not be required. N_� Fort Worth Water Department 03700 - 2 Flowable Fill ITEM 04200 UNIT MASONRY PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE This section gives the requirements of concrete unit masonry wall with clay masonry brick exterior facing, as shown in the drawings. 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data for each type of masonry unit, accessory, and other manufactured products, including colors, textures, and patterns of masonry to be used. B. Samples: Submit, for verification purposes, samples of exposed masonry units. C. Test Reports: Submit independent laboratory test reports of initial mortar tests, including design mix proportions. D. Shop Drawings: Submit a complete set of shop drawings showing details of erection, dimensioning, reinforcing schedule, and layout for all CMU and brick walls. 1.03 JOB CONDITIONS A. Protection of Work: During erection, cover with heavy waterproof sheeting at end of each days' work. Cover partially completed structures when work is not in progress. B. Extend cover a minimum of 24 inches down both sides and hold cover securely in place. C. Staining: Prevent grout, mortar, or soil from staining the face of masonry to be left exposed or painted. Remove immediately grout or mortar in contact with such masonry. Protect base of walls from rain splashed mud and mortar splatter by means of coverings spread on ground and over wall surface. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS Fort Worth Water Department 04200 - I Unit Masonry A. Size: Manufacturer's standard units with nominal face dimensions of 16" long x 8" high x 8' width with thickness indicated; C-129 type 1. B. Special Shapes: Provide where required for lintels, corners, jambs, control joints, bonding, and other special conditions. C. Weight Classification: Light -weight units (less than 105 pounds per cubic foot, oven -dry weight of concrete). Aggregates shall conform to ASTM C-331. D. Cure units by autoclave treatment at a minimum of 350 degrees F and a minimum pressure of 125 psi for not less than five hours. 1. Limit moisture absorption of 25% of saturation during delivery and until time of installation. 2. Linear shrinkage shall not exceed 0.03 percent as determined by ASTM C-426. 2.02 CLAY MASONRY UNITS - BRICK A. Size: Manufacturer's standard units with nominal face dimensions shall match existing brick as closely as possible. B. Bricks shall meet the requirements of ASTM C-216, Grade SW. Bricks shall show no efflorescence. C. Special Shapes: Provide special shapes where required for lintels, corners, jambs, control joints, bonding, and other special conditions. D. Compressive Strength: Minimum compressive strength of 12,000 psi. E. Brick provided shall be similar in texture and physical properties to existing pump station brick exterior. Provide sample of brick to be used for approval by Engineer. 2.03 MORTAR A. Portland Cement: ASTM C 150, Type I B. Masonry Cement: ASTM C 91 C. Hydrated Lime: ASTM C 207, Type S D. Aggregate for Mortar: ASTM C 144, except for joints less than %4" use aggregate graded with 100% passing the No. 16 sieve. Fort Worth Water Department 04200 - 2 Unit Masonry +r dw 2.04 MASONRY ACCESSORIES A. Horizontal Joint Reinforcing and Ties for Masonry: 1. Provide welded wire units prefabricated with matching corner "L" units. Fabricate from cold -drawn steel wire complying with ASTM A 82, with deformed continuous side rods and plain cross rods, into unit widths of approximately 2" less than nominal width _of walls and partitions as required to position side rods for full embedment in mortar with mortar coverage of not less than %". Provide truss type joint reinforcing with diagonal cross rods spaced F not more than 16" O.C. 2. Wire Sizes: Fabricate with 9 gage side and cross rods. 3. Single Wythe Joint Reinforcement: Ladder type; ASTM A 82 steel wire. a. Manufacturer: 1.) Dur-O-Wall: www.dur-o-wall.com 2.) Hohmann & Barnard, Inc., www.h-b.com 3.) Approved Substitute VA 4. Wire Finish: Provide manufacturer's standard mill galvanized finish. For exterior walls hot -dip galvanize joint reinforcing after fabrication to comply with ASTM A 153, class B-2 coating. 5. The top three courses of all masonry walls shall have continuous joint reinforcement placed at each joint (8 inches on center). Joint reinforcement shall be terminated at expansion and control joints. Openings in masonry walls shall have joint reinforcement placed in two courses immediately above lintels and two courses immediately below all sills. B. Individual Wire Ties for Masonry 1. Fabricate from 3/16" cold -drawn steel wire, ASTM A 82, unless otherwise required, of the length required for proper embedment in wythes and masonry. 2. For use with hollow masonry units laid cells vertical, provide rectangular shaped ties. C. Anchors and Ties: Provide straps, bars, bolts and rods fabricated from not less than 16 gage sheet metal or 3/8" diameter rod stock, unless otherwise specified. Fort Worth Water Department 04200 - 3 Unit Masonry 2.05 MORTAR AND GROUT MIXES A. Do not lower the freezing point of mortar by using admixtures or "^ antifreeze agents. Do not use calcium chloride in mortar or grout. B. Mortar for Unit Masonry: Comply with ASTM C 270, Proportion Specification, for types of mortar required, unless otherwise indicated. C. Grout for Unit Masonry: Comply with ASTM C 476 for grout for use in construction of non -reinforced unit masonry. Use grout of consistency indicated or if not otherwise required, of consistency (fine or course) at time of placement which will completely fill all spaced intended to receive 'r grout. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION - GENERAL A. Thickness: Build single wythe walls to the actual thickness of the masonry units, using units of nominal thickness required. B. Cut masonry units with motor -driven saw designed to cut masonry with clean, sharp, unchipped edges. Cut units as required to fit adjoining work. neatly. Use full units without cutting wherever possible. Use dry cutting saws to cut concrete masonry units. C. Do not wet masonry units. D. Lay exposed masonry in running bond with vertical joint in each course i. centered on units in courses above and below. Bond and interlock each course at corners. E. Layout walls in advance for accurate spacing of surface bond patterns with uniform joint widths and to properly located movement -type joints, returns, and offsets. Avoid the use of less -than -half size units at corners, and wherever possible at other locations. F. Lay -out walls plumb and with courses level, accurately spaced and am coordinated with other work. G. Stopping and Resuming Work: Rack back '/Z masonryunit length in each course; do not tooth. Clean exposed surfaces of set masonry and remove loose masonry units and mortar prior to laying fresh masonry. 0 Fort Worth Water Department 04200 - 4 Unit Masonry H. Built in Work: As the work progresses, build in items specified under this and other sections of these specifications. Fill in solidly with masonry units around built-in items. 1. Where built-in items are to be embedded in cores of hollow masonry units, place a layer of metal lath in the joint below and rod mortar or grout into hole. 2. Fill CMU cores with grout three courses (24") under the bearing plates, beams, and similar conditions. 3.02 MORTAR BEDDING AND JOINTING A. Lay hollow concrete masonry units with full mortar coverage on horizontal and vertical face shells. For starting courses, spread out full mortar bed including areas under cells. B. Joints: Maintain joint widths, except for minor variations required to maintain bond alignment. If not otherwise indicated, lay walls with 3/8" joints. Tool exposed joints slightly concave using a jointer larger than the joint thickness. Rake out mortar in preparation for application of caulking and sealants where required. C. Remove masonry units disturbed after laying; clean and relay fresh mortar. Do not pound corners at jambs to fit stretcher units which have been set in position. If adjustments are required, remove units, clean off mortar, and reset in fresh mortar. D. Plastic Weep Holes: Provide and install 3/8" diameter by 4" long medium and polyethylene plastic tubes in the exterior wythe of cavity, composite and veneer walls located immediately above the ledges and flashing, spaced 2'-0" O.C., unless otherwise indicated. 3.03 HORIZONTAL JOINT REINFORCING A. Provide continuous horizontal joint reinforcing as specified. Fully embed longitudinal side rods in mortar for the entire length with minimum cover of/2". Lap reinforcement a minimum of 6". Do not bridge control and expansion joints with reinforcing. B. Space continuous horizontal reinforcing a maximum of 16" O.C., vertically. 3.04 ANCHORING MASONRY WORK Fort Worth Water Department 04200 - 5 Unit Masonry A. Provide anchoring devices of the type indicated. If not indicated, provide standard type for facing and backup involved. B. Anchor masonry to structural members where masonry abuts or faces such members to comply with the following: 1. Provide an open space not less than 1" in width between masonry and structural member, unless otherwise required. Keep open space free of mortar or other rigid materials. 2. Space anchors as shown, but not more than 24" O.C. 3.05 CONTROL AND EXPANSION JOINTS Provide vertical control joints in masonry where required. Build in related masonry items as masonry work progresses. 3.06 REPAIR, POINTING, AND CLEANING A. Remove and replace masonry units which are loose, chipped, broken, stained, or otherwise damaged, or if units do not match adjoining units as intended. Provide new units to match adjoining units and install in fresh mortar or grout, pointed to eliminate evidence of replacement. B. Pointing: During the tooling of joints, enlarge any voids or holes and completely fill with mortar. Point up all joints in corners and adjacent work to provide a neat, uniform appearance, properly prepared for application of caulking of sealant compounds. C. Clean exposed CMU masonry by dry brushing at the end of each day's work and after final pointing to remove spots and droppings. Fort Worth Water Department 04200 - 6 Unit Masonry ,� ITEM 05200 ALUMINUM HANDRAILS PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION A. Provide all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to install aluminum handrails at locations designated on plans, according to construction details. B. Provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment to install handrail base plates, anchor bolts, and fasteners and supports as required. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer: Minimum of five years experience in fabricating aluminum handrails. B. Reference Standards 1. ANSI A21.1 — Safety Requirements for Floor and Wall Openings, Railings, and Toe Boards 2. ANSI Al 17.1 — Specifications for Making Buildings and Structures Accessible to and Usable by Physically Handicapped 3. ASTM B210 — Specification for Aluminum Alloy Drawn Seamless Pipe 4. ASTM B241 — Specification for Aluminum Alloy Seamless Pipe and Seamless Extruded Tube. C. Style: Handrails and guardrails shall be multi -rail type. The number of rails shall be indicated on the plans, or as required by local codes or OSHA requirements. �. D. Warranty: Two years from date of shipment. E. Design Criteria: Guardrails and handrails shall conform to OSHA requirements and shall be designed to resist a concentrated load of 200 pounds applied to the top rail at any point and in any direction. Deflections resulting from such stresses shall not be permanent. Reinforcing dowels may be required to meet these requirements. Fort Worth Water Department 05200 - 1 Aluminum Handrails 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Manufacturer's descriptive literature and installation instructions. B. Shop Drawings: Submit in accordance with Item 01300 "Submittals". Furnish illustrations and schedule. Shop drawings to include railing layout, method of assembly, attachments, anchorages, and expansion joints. C. Certificate of compliance with local, state, or Federal codes, and OSHA requirements. 1.04 DELIVERY AND STORAGE Wrap aluminum surfaces in protective paper or plastic when shipped. Leave protective coverings in place until near completion of the project and then remove along with adhesive. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 ALUMINUM HAND RAILS A. Aluminum Pipe Railing: Extruded seamless aluminum pipe alloy, 1-1/2" diameter, schedule 40 pipe having a minimum wall thickness of 0.145". B. Aluminum Posts: Posts shall be fabricated of extruded aluminum alloy schedule 40 pipe having 1-1/2" diameter and minimum wall thickness of 0.145". C. Aluminum Cast Fittings: High strength aluminum alloy. Fittings shall include wall returns, socket floor flanges, post sleeves, splice connectors, expansion joint connectors, handrail brackets, welding fittings, post caps, and end caps. D. Toe Boards: Extruded aluminum alloy, conforming to ASTM B221 and ANSI A21.1, having a special, slightly curved shape, and brackets which to anchor posts, approximately 4" high. - E. Factory Bends and Special Railings: Furnish factory bends at railings, including stair turns and other special shapes required by the conditions. Perform no bending in the field. Shapes requiring more than one splice shall be shop welded with welds ground smooth and not visible when erected. Fort Worth Water Department 05200 - 2 Aluminum Handrails , Y. F. Structural Adhesive: An approved epoxy adhesive, as recommended by the railing manufacturer, such as 3M "Scotch -Weld", or approved equal. G. Post Setting Epoxy: Silicone Specialties, "B-Bond #165, Sika Corp. "Sikador Hi -Mod" or approved equal. H. Steel Anchors: Unless otherwise indicated on drawings, anchor and other appurtenances shall conform to ASTM A36. 2.02 ALUMINUM MECHANICAL RAILING SYSTEM A. Railings shall be a complete pre-engineered, mechanically fastened railing system, including all fittings and hardware fabricated by one manufacturer, and consisting of all components and accessories necessary for a complete system. Components shall be shipped with aluminum surfaces plastic wrapped. B. Mechanical fasteners shall be designed with connectors which anchor to posts and which are locked into position with threaded tubular rivets and stainless steel machine screws. Each fitting shall have adhesive applied to the fitting before the tubing is mated to the connector. C. Furnish all components necessary to assemble the railing system, including floor flanges, connector sleeves, end caps, post caps, socket type wall returns, elbows, radius fittings, and wall brackets. Cap all open ends of the pipe. Return all handrails to the wall. Provide floor flanges at posts and handrail brackets for wall mounted handrails. D. Ends shall be cut square and free of burrs. Rivet holes shall be drilled in such a manner that rivet holes seat properly to the surface of the rail. Provide water drainage weep holes at all posts grouted into concrete and otherwise installed in a manner to collect water. 2.03 ALUMINUM WELDED RAILING SYSTEM A. The railing system shall be a complete, pre-engineered system employing welded aluminum pipe components. The railing system shall use a complete line of fittings which allows welding to pre -fabricated fittings. B. Furnish all components necessary to assemble the railing system, .� including floor flanges, connector sleeves, end caps, post caps, socket type wall returns, elbows, radius fittings, and wall brackets. Cap all open ends to the pipe. Return all handrails to the wall. Provide floor flanges at posts and handrail brackets for wall mounted handrails. 2.04 TOE BOARDS Fort Worth Water Department 05200 - 3 Aluminum Handrails Toe boards shall be extruded aluminum having a slightly curved shape or otherwise designed with offset flanges to provide stiffness. Toe boards shall have an integral extruded bracket on backside which locks into an aluminum clamp at each vertical post. Bracket and clamp will not be a rigid connection, but will allow toe board to slide in clamp for expansion and contraction. Prefabricate corners. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 JOB CONDITIONS A. The Contractor shall be responsible for taking complete field measurements of all areas scheduled for guardrails or handrails to assure proper fit to field conditions. B. Provide concrete anchor bolts and inserts as required for railing anchorage. C. Top handrail shall extend continuously over posts, rather than attaching to sides of posts. Provide splices in horizontal railings complete with splice reinforcing inserts. Provide expansion joints at 30 feet maximum intervals or as recommended by the manufacturer, which ever is the lesser. Provide expansion fitting which is anchored to one railing and is free to move at the opposite railing. 3.02 INSTALLATION A. Post spacing shall not exceed maximum spacing required by local or state codes, or OSHA requirements, or 8'-0" centers; whichever is least. Handrail posts at stairs shall be spaced as required to produce uniform spacing between posts. B. Assemble and erect aluminum railing systems in strict adherence with the manufacturer's printed instructions. Install posts plumb and true to line. Provide anchors, plates, angles and necessary fasteners to secure. components into position. Top rails shall be continuous without interruption the entire length of handrails, in accordance with OSHA 1910.23 requirements. C. Provide extensions at both ends of the stair terminals, in accordance with OSHA requirements. Extend wall mounted handrails a minimum of 12" beyond the end of the stair. Handrails at stairs shall have a height between 2'-6" and 2'-8". Guardrail heights shall be 3'-6". Make smooth radius transitions between the stair rails and guardrails. Transition from horizontal rails to sloping rails and terminations at ends of rails to have rounded corners. Fort Worth Water Department 05200 - 4 Aluminum Handrails _ D. Install toe boards between posts at locations indicated on the plans or required by OSHA. Toe boards shall be cut to fit. Provide clamp at each post which locks in to groove on backside of toe board. Attachment shall allow the metal to expand and contract. Splices shall occur only at vertical posts. E. Provide splices and expansion joints, each having an internal splice connector. Install expansion joints according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Expansion joints shall be free to move on one side and shall not exceed intervals of 30 feet on straight runs. F. Welded systems shall have all joints welded continuously around each juncture with small, uniform welds. Aluminum welds, if neatly made and uniform in appearance, need not be ground, except when appearance is a factor and welds are not made neatly and smoothly as determined by the Engineer. G. Provide 3/16" diameter weep holes located'/4" to 3/4" above grout line at exterior posts set in concrete. 3.03 PAYMENT Item shall be paid per the unit price bid for "Aluminum Handrail System". L, u I i Fort Worth Water Department 05200 - 5 Aluminum Handrails ITEM 05501 ANCHOR BOLTS, EXPANSION ANCHORS, AND CONCRETE INSERTS PART1 GENERAL .. 1.01 WORK INCLUDED A. Provide anchor bolts, expansion anchors, and concrete inserts, including, but not limited to: 1. Baffle walls, weirs, and troughs 2. Rails 3. Hangars and brackets 4. Equipment S. Piping 6. Grating and floor plates 7. Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work 8. Partitions and ceilings B. This item includes all bolts, anchors, and inserts required for the work but not specified under other sections. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS A. ASTM A307 — Carbon Steel Externally and Internally Threaded Standard Fasteners. B. ASTM A193 — Alloy -Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High Temperature Service. 1.03 SUBMITTALS Shop drawings shall include: A. Setting drawings and templates for location and installation of anchorage devices. B. Copies of manufacturer's specifications, load tables, dimension diagrams, and installation instructions for the devices. PART 2 PRODUCTS "— 2.01 DESIGN CRITERIA CITY �� REARY A. When the size, length, or load carrying capacity of an anchor bolt�'i�t ����� expansion anchor, or concrete insert is not shown on the drawings, provide Fort Worth Water Department 05501 - 1 Anchors, Bolts, and Inserts the size, length, and capacity required to carry the design load times a minimum safety factor of four. B. Determine design loads as follows: 1. For equipment anchors, use the design load recommended by the manufacturer and approved by the Engineer. 2. For pipe hangars and supports, use one-half the total weight of pipe, fittings, valves, accessories, and water contained in the pipe, between the hanger or support in question, and adjacent hangers and supports, both sides. 3. Allowances for vibration are included in the safety factor specified above. 2.02 MATERIALS A. Anchor Bolts: Provide stainless steel bolts complying with ASTM A193, AISI Type 316. Other AISI types may be used subject to Engineer's approval. B. Expansion Anchors: 1. All expansion bolts shall be stainless steel. 2. All expansion bolts shall have a safety factor of four with a minimum working capacity as follows: Bolt Size 7/8" 3/4" V2 3/8" Minimum shear strength 5,250 # 4,250 # 1,650 # 625 # Minimum pullout strength 5,250 # 4,250 # 1,300 # 1,030 # Minimum embedment 7" 4" 2-1/4" 2-1/4" 3. Size required for the concrete strength specified. 4. Stud type (male thread) or flush type (female thread), as required. 5. UL or FM approved 6. Provide manufacturer's technical literature and test reports from an accredited independent testing laboratory showing certified bolt capacities for expansion bolts proposed for use on this project. C. Concrete Inserts: Fort Worth Water Department 05501 - 2 Anchors, Bolts, and Inserts 1. For piping, grating, and floor plate, provide malleable iron inserts 2. Provide those recommended by the manufacturer for the required loading. 3. UL and FM approved. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Drilling equipment used and installation of expansion anchors shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. B. Ensure that embedded items are protected from damage and are not filled in with concrete. C. Expansion anchors may be used for hanging or supporting pipe two inches in diameter and smaller. Expansion anchors shall not be used for larger pipe unless otherwise shown or approved by the Engineer. D. Use concrete inserts for pipe hangars, and supports for pipe size and loading recommended by the insert manufacturer. E. Unless otherwise shown or approved by the Engineer, conform to the following for expansion anchors: 1. Minimum embedment depth as defined in 2.0213 2. Minimum anchor spacing.on centers: ten diameters 3. Minimum distance to edge of concrete: five diameters 4. Increase dimensions above if required to develop the required anchor load capacity. 3.02 CLEANING After embedding concrete is placed, remove protection and clean bolts and inserts. Fort Worth Water Department 05501 - 3 Anchors, Bolts, and Inserts ITEM 08100 HOLLOW METAL DOORS, FRAMES, AND HARDWARE PART1 GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION A. Provide all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to install fabricated steel doors, panels, frames, and frame assemblies. B. Provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services for all finish hardware, as required. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer: Minimum of five years experience in fabricating hollow metal doors. B. Reference Standards 1. ANSI Al 15 Series on door and frame preparation 2. ASTM A366 — Steel Sheet, Carbon, Cold -rolled, Commercial Quality. 3. ASTM A653 — Standard specification for steel sheet, zinc coated (galvanized) or zinc -alloy coated (galvanealed) by the hot -dip process. C. Obtain each type of respective hardware (hinges, closures, stops, weather- stripping, etc.) from a single manufacturer D. Warranty: Two years from date of shipment E. Acceptable Products: Subject to the requirements specified herein, internally reinforced doors and accompanying frames shall be equivalent to the following, or approved equals: 1. Ceco Door Products — Medallion Series 2. Curries Company 3. Republic Steel 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Manufacturer's descriptive literature and installation instructions. Fort Worth Water Department 08100 - I Hollow Metal Doors, Frames, and Hardware B. Shop Drawings: Submit in accordance with Item 01300 "Submittals". Furnish illustrations and schedule of door and frame sizes, hardware schedule, and indicate types, materials, construction, finishing, anchoring, accessories, and location and preparation for finish hardware. C. Templates: Furnish necessary templates and template data to manufacturers of items that will be fitted with finish hardware. 1.04 DELIVERY AND STORAGE A. Deliver, store, and handle hollow metal door and frame to in such a manner as to prevent damage and deterioration. Provide individual cardboard containers for doors. Store doors and frames upright in a protected dry area. B. Furnish hardware with required screws, bolts, and fastenings necessary for installation, packaged in same packages with hardware, including instructions. 1.05 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS A. Fire Rated Door Assemblies: Installed door and frame assembly to conform to ANSI NFPA 80 for fire -rated class per IBC. 1. Door and frame tested, listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 252 and the applicable International Building Code (IBC) by an independent testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. 2. Fire rated exterior doors shall have a rate of rise temperature range of 450 degrees F. rated up to 90 minutes of fire exposure across door thickness. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 BASIC MATERIALS — DOORS AND FRAMES A. Sheet Steel: Cold -rolled, ASTM A366, galvanized or galvanealed in accordance with ASTM A653. B. Internal Reinforcing: ASTM A366, cold rolled steel C. Fillers for Internally Reinforced Doors: Mineral wool or fiberglass -� Fort Worth Water Department 08100 - 2 Hollow Metal Doors, Frames, and Hardware D. Urethane Core: Liquid urethane, expanded in place, self -bonding, self - hardening, and self -extinguishing. E. Anchoring Devices: Zinc -plated where exposed; zinc -plated or galvanized where concealed. 2.02 FABRICATION - GENERAL A. Fabricate hollow metal work rigid, neat in appearance, and free from defects, warp, or buckle. B. Accurately form metal to required sizes and profiles. C. Clearly identify work that cannot be factory assembled and assure proper -■ assembly at the site. D. Grind and dress exposed welds to form smooth, flush surfaces. E. Provide maximum 1/8 inch clearance between doors, frames, and jamb. 2.03 FABRICATION - FRAMES A. Exterior: Combination type with integral stop and trim, formed to profiles and shapes detailed, Level 3 Extra Heavy Duty — Commercial, 14 gage zinc coated steel. Reinforce with 18 gage steel liners for hardware or anchor attachment. For frames set in masonry, jamb anchors shall be at least 10 inches long and adjustable. B. Weld frames to form rigid, square, and true units. C. Close corner and connection joints tight with trim faces mitered and continuously welded, flush and smooth. 2.04 FABRICATION - DOORS A. Form faces sheets with 16 gage, hot dipped galvanized or galvanealed steel, with no visible joints or seams. Door thickness to be 1-3/4". B. Comply with ANSI A250, SDI 100-98 Level 3 Extra -Duty, Commercial grade. C. Provide internal stiffeners of 20 gauge steel, spaced at 6 inches O.C. Fill space between stiffeners with sound deadening material. D. Fully weld all door edges, including top, with no visible seams on and edges. The top of the door shall not be left with inverted charn eofflC'1hA ROD Fort Worth Water Department 08100 - 3 Hollow Metal Doors, Frames, and 2.05 HARDWARE PREPARATION A. Machine, mortise, reinforce, drill, and tap doors and frames in accordance with ANSI Al 15 and hardware templates. B. Minimum gauges for hardware reinforcement: 1. Hinges: 10 gauge 2. Locksets and Flushbolts: 14 gauge 3. Closures: 12 gauge 2.06 HARDWARE MATERIALS A. Fasteners and hinges — all stainless steel B. Weather-stripping C. Floor mounted doors stops D. Lock— keyed lock. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Hollow Metal Frames 1. Exercise care in setting frames to maintain scheduled dimensions. Hold head level and maintain jambs plumb and square. 2. Secure anchorages and connections to adjacent construction. 3. Leave frame spreader bars intact until frames are set square and plumb, and anchors are securely attached. 4. Weld field splices and grind smooth 5. Fill frames with grout. B. Doors i Fort Worth Water Department Install in accordance with approved shop drawings 08100 - 4 Hollow Metal Doors, Frames, and Hardware 2. Maintain specified edge clearances 3.02 ADJUSTMENT AND CLEANING A. Immediately after erection, areas where prime coat has been damaged shall be sanded smooth and touched up with the same primer as applied in the shop. Remove rust before touch up'is applied. B. After hardware is installed, test and adjust doors for smooth operation with no binding of warping. -� C. Remove hardware, with the exception of prime -coated items, tag, and reinstall after finish paint work is completed. D. Remove dirt and foreign matter from surfaces. 3.03 PAYMENT Labor, materials, and equipment required to install lockable door, door frame, and hardware shall be included in the lump sum price for "Pump Station Building Modifications, including Concrete and Masonry Work and New Door and Hardware" Fort Worth Water Department 08100 - 5 Hollow Metal Doors, Frames, and Hardware 1.0 ITEM 09900 PAINTING PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE This item provides requirements for furnishing labor, materials, and equipment to prepare surfaces and apply protective coating to new equipment, pumps, piping and valves, access gate, bollards, structural steel, and miscellaneous items. All paint shall be especially adapted for use around wastewater treatment plants and wastewater lift stations, and shall be applied in conformance with the manufactured published specifications. 1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS Work performed and materials used must comply with the requirements of the Steel Structures Painting Council's Vol. No.I "Good Painting Practices", and Vol. No. 2 "Systems and Specifications", and these technical specifications. Where a conflict exists between these technical specifications and the Steel Structures Painting Council's specifications, the technical specifications shall govern. 1.03 SUBSTITUTIONS A. Wherever a product is designated by trade name with provision for an equal, the product specified must be used unless a written request for substitution is submitted to the Engineer. The request for substitution must include the manufacturer's complete technical data sheets on the proposed product with a certified ingredients analysis and sufficient information, including applicable case history information, for making a complete comparison between specified and proposed products. B. Consideration will be given only to those coating systems which have been used in water and wastewater treatment plant service for at least five (5) years. The request for substitution must include a list of at least 5 applications in the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas metropolitan area. Furnish the Owner's name, the Owner's representative, and the name of the product used. 1.04 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data and Shop Drawings: Submit product data, shop drawings, certificates, and instructions on all protective coating items as specified herein and in accordance with Division 1 — General Requirements. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 1 Painting B. Product Data: Complete data on each type and kind of paint and primer shall be submitted for review. Favorable review shall be obtained from the Engineer before the paint is delivered to the job site. This procedure must be followed whether or not the paint that the Contractor proposes to use is named in the specifications. Submittal data shall show where and for what uses each paint product is to be used. Data submitted on each type and kind of paint product shall include information to show the product meets the detailed requirements of these specifications. C. Manufacturer's Instructions: The manufacturer's published instructions, for use as a guide in specifying and applying the manufacturer's proposed paint, shall be submitted to the Engineer. Manufacturer's published instructions shall meet the following requirements: 1. The instructions must have been written by the manufacturer for the purpose and with the intent of giving complete instruction for the use and application of the proposed paint in the locality and for the conditions for which the paint is specified or shown to be applied under this contract. 2. All limitations, precautions, and requirements that may adversely affect the paint, that may cause unsatisfactory results after painting application, or that may case the paint not to serve the purpose for which it is intended, that is, to protect the covered material from weathering and corrosion, shall be clearly and completely stated in the instructions. These limitations and requirements shall include, but not be limited to the following: a. Surface preparation b. Methods of application C. Number of coats d. Thickness of each coat e. Total thickness f. Drying time of each coat, including primer g. Drying time of final coat before placing into service h. Time allowed between coats i. Primer required to be used j. Compatible topcoats k. Weather limitations during and after application 1. Physical properties of paint, including percent solids in. Application equipment settings 1.05 DELIVERY AND STORAGE A. Delivery: Have paint delivered to the job site in original unopened containers. rJ =A 7" rn Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 2 Painting B. Storage: Store material in an approved location which meets the manufacturer's storage requirements. Recommended storage temperatures shall be maintained. 1.06 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL At the end of the project, the Contractor shall turn over to the Fort Worth Water Department a gallon of each type and color of paint used in the field painting. The material shall be delivered in unopened labeled cans, just as it comes from the manufacturer. Provide the manufacturer's literature describing the materials and giving directions for their use. A typewritten inventory list shall be furnished to the Fort Worth Water Department at the time of delivery. 1.07 SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIRMENTS A. General: In accordance with requirements set forth by regulatory agencies applicable to the construction industry and the manufacturer's printed instructions and appropriate technical bulletins and manuals, the Contractor shall provide and require use of personal lifesaving equipment for persons working on or about the project site. B. Head and Face Protection and Respiratory Devices: Equipment shall include protective hardhats which shall be worn by all persons while in the vicinity of the work. In addition, workers engaged in or near the work site during sandblasting shall wear eye and face protection devices and air purifying, half -mask or mouthpiece respirators with appropriate filters. Barrier creams shall be used on any exposed areas of skin. C. Ventilation: Where ventilation is used to control hazardous exposure, all equipment shall be explosion -proof. Ventilation shall reduce the concentration of air contaminants to the degree a hazard does not exist. Air circulation and exhausting of solvent vapors shall be continued until the coatings have fully cured. PART2 PRODUCTS 2.01 COLOR SCHEDULE A. Final color selection shall be made by the Engineer from color charts submitted by the Contractor; colors selected shall be a manufacturer's standard color. B. Motors, Equipment, Pumps, and Valve Bodies: Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 3 Painting 1. Motors, equipment, pumps, and valve bodies shall be painted the color selected by the Fort Worth Water Department. 2. All bronze, stainless steel, or aluminum metal surfaces shall not be painted. C. Exposed Moving Parts or Guards 1. All exposed moving parts such as couplings, shafts, etc. shall be painted OSHA red. 2. All guards and shields such as belt guards, chain guards, etc. shall be painted OSHA orange. 2.02 TEST EQUIPMENT The following pieces of equipment will be used by the Contractor to determine film thickness and the presence of flaws: A. Electronic Digital Readout Gage: 0.40 mils film thickness gage including a set of Department of Commerce, Bureau of Standards Film Thickness Calibration Standards from 0 to 8 mils and 10-25 mils or equivalent. B. Wet Sponge Holiday Detector: Low voltage flow detector. C. Wet Film Thickness Gage D. Sling psychometer to measure humidity at time of application. 2.03 MATERIAL Paint shall arrive on the job ready -mixed, except for the tinting of undercoats and possible thinning. 2.04 COATING SCHEDULE A. Ferrous Metal, Interior, Non -Immersed 1. General: All interior above ground ferrous surfaces subject to dry non-abrasive conditions shall be painted in accordance with the following provisions. This includes, but is not limited to: exposed -� pumps, exterior of valves, pipes, motors, machinery, roof joists, hollow metal doors and frames, exposed roof deck pipe hangars, and miscellaneous metals such as structural steel in pump stations and buildings. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 4 Painting .. 2. Surface Preparation: SSPC SP-6 Commercial Blast Cleaning 3. Coating: (Epoxy Polyamide) Minimum Coveraize Manufacturer or Equal Primer, 4.0 mils DFT Tnemec 66-1211 Epoxoline Primer Valspar 89 Series High -Build Epoxy Finish Coat, 5.0 mils DFT Tnemec 66 Color High -Build Epoxy Valspar 89 Series High -Build Epoxy B. Ferrous Metal, Exterior, Non -Immersed 1. General: All exterior ferrous surfaces subject to non-abrasive conditions shall be painted in accordance with the following provisions. This includes, but is not limited to: exterior of non - submerged equipment, valves, pipes, pipe sleeves, brackets, grates, access gates, structural steel, light poles, etc. Surfaces intermittently or partially submerged shall be treated as being submerged. 2. Surface Preparation: SSPC SP-6 Commercial Blast Cleaning 3. Coating: (Aliphatic -Polyurethane System) Minimum Coveraue Manufacturer or Equal Primer, 5.0 mils DFT Tnemec 66 Color High Build Epoxoline Valspar 89 Series High -Build Epoxy Finish Coat, 4.0 mils DFT Tnemec 73 Color Endura-Shield Valspar V40 Series Urethane C. Ferrous Metal: Immersed or Subject to Abrasive Conditions 1. General: All ferrous surfaces below ground level, submerged, or subject to abrasive conditions shall be painted in accordance with the following provisions. This includes, but is not limited to: Ladders, grates, checkered plates, handrails, access covers, exterior or submerged valves, piping, brackets, structural steel, sluice gates, slide gates, drains, etc. 2. Surface Preparation: SSPC SP-10 Near White Metal Blast Cleaning. 3. Coating: (Epoxy-Polyamide System) Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 5 Painting Minimum Coverap-e Primer, 4.0 mils DFT Finish Coat, 5.0 mils DFT D. Non -Ferrous Metal, Interior: Manufacturer or Equal Tnemec 66-1211 Epoxoline Primer Valspar 89 Series High -Build Epoxy Tnemec 66 Color High -Build Epoxoline Valspar 89 Series High -Build 1. General: All non-ferrous surfaces where painting is required shall be painted in accordance with the following provisions. This includes, but is not limited to: pipe supports, underside of roof decks, and service doors. 2. Surface Preparation: SSPC-SP1 Solvent Cleaning 3. Coating: (Epoxy-Polyamide System) Minimum Coverajae Manufacturer or Equal Finish Coat, 5.0 mils DFT Tnemec 66 Color High Build Epoxoline Valspar 89 Series High -Build Epoxy E. Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Galvanized Steel, or Brass: Unless specifically called out on drawings, do not paint these surfaces. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 WORK CONDITIONS A. Weather: 1. No coating or painting shall be applied: a. When the surrounding air temperature, or the surface to be coated is below fifty (50) degrees F. b. To wet or damp surfaces, or in rain, snow, fog, or mist. C. When the temperature is less than 5 degrees F above the dew point. 2. If preceding conditions are prevalent, coating or painting shall be delayed or postponed until conditions are favorable. The day's coating or painting shall be completed in time to permit the film sufficient drying time prior to damage by atmospheric conditions. Comply with the manufacturer's recommendations as to weather conditions under which coating systems can be applied. Do not apply finish coat in conditions where the wind is blowing at or above 10 mph, or gust above 15 mph. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 6 Painting B. Surface: If surfaces to be painted cannot be put in proper condition for painting by customary cleaning and sanding operations, notify the Engineer's representative or assume responsibility for and rectify any unsatisfactory finish resulting from application to an unsatisfactory surface. Do not proceed with surface preparation or coating application until adverse conditions are corrected to provide acceptable surface. The paint supplier shall inspect and certify all surfaces prior to coating application. Do not apply paint to a wet or damp surface. C. Equipment: The Contractor's coating and painting equipment shall be designed for application of the materials specified and shall be maintained in good working order comparable to that described in printed instructions of the coating manufacturer. Clean equipment thoroughly before and after " use with the appropriate cleaning solution indicated by the coating manufacturer. All gages and controls on spray equipment shall be in proper working order at all times and the gages must be operational and readable. D. Warnings: Display caution signs in necessary areas advising of spray painting. 3.02 SURFACE PREPARATION A. Solvent Cleaning: Remove oil, grease, soil, and other contaminants by use of solvents, emulsions, cleaning compounds, steam cleaning, or similar materials and methods which involve a solvent cleaning action in accordance with Steel Structures Painting Council Surface Protection Specifications (SSPQ SP-1. B. Grinding: Remove weld splatter and rough edges and grind rough welds so that all surfaces are in proper condition, in the opinion of the Engineer, to receive the specified coating. C. Abrasive Grit Cleaning: 1. Use a source that provides compressed air, free of detrimental amounts of water and oil. The compressor shall, as a minimum, be capable of delivering a pressure at the blast nozzle of at least 90 psig; the blast nozzle shall be of the venturi type. 2. Use grit of 16/40 mesh. Keep grit clean, dry, and free of clay particles and other extraneous matter. 3. Blast only those areas that can be primed the same day. Areas which are not painted the same day must be re -blasted again on the Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 7 Painting day the prime coat is applied. Remove grit from surface by brush or industrial vacuum. 4. All immersed iron and steel surfaces shall be blasted to "near white" metal in accordance with SSPC SP-10, "Near White Blast Cleaning". The blast cleaning shall produce an anchor pattern of 2-1/2 to 3 mils. 5. All non -immersed iron and steel surfaces shall be commercial blast cleaned in accordance with SSPC SP-6. The blast cleaning shall produce an anchor pattern of 1-1/2 to 2 mils. 6. Concrete surfaces to be blasted should be prepared by using a brush-off blast cleaning unless otherwise specified. This blast shall lightly abraid the surface without entirely removing the surface or exposing the underlying aggregate. D. Power Tool Cleaning: Subject to review by the Engineer or his representative, any above metalwork in which SP-6 or SP-10 blasting cannot be accomplished shall be cleaned in accordance with SSPC SP-4, Power Tool Cleaning, removing mill scale, loose rust, loose paint, and other foreign matter. E. Shop Priming: Where metalwork, equipment, valves, and the like are shop primed, the primer used must be compatible with the coating system to be applied in the field. All information shall be furnished regarding the shop prime coat and, if not compatible with succeeding coats, the shop prime coat shall be removed by blast cleaning at no additional cost to the Owner. 3.03 PROTECTION A. Protect surfaces and installations requiring no painting or finishing by use of drop cloths, masking, or other approved precautionary measures. Repair or replace, at no extra cost, Water Department's property and work of other trades damaged, marred, or stained by painting and finishing operations. B. Prior to surface preparation and painting operations, remove, mask, or otherwise protect hardware, hardware accessories, machined surfaces, plates, light fixtures, and similar items not to be painted but which are in contact with painted surfaces. C. The Contractor shall notify the Fort Worth Water Department at least 48 hours in advance of spray painting. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 8 Painting 3.04 MIXING AND THINNING A. Mix and thin paints in strict accordance with manufacturer's directions. B. At the time of application, paint must show no signs of hard settling, excessive skinning, or other deterioration. 3.05 COATING APPLICATION A. Manufacturer's Representative: The coating manufacturer will be responsible, through an authorized representative, to provide technical assistance to the paint contractor as needed. B. Workmen: Employ workmen skilled in structural steel, piping, and mechanical equipment painting. C. Materials 1. Coating materials, abrasive grit, and equipment used in painting and blasting are subject to inspection at any time by the Engineer's representative. 2. Remove blasting grit and dust from the surface to be painted before paint application is begun. 3. Dust, dirt, oil, grease, and any foreign matter that will affect the adhesion durability of the finish must be removed by washing with clean rags dipped in an approved solvent and wiped dry wit clean rags. D. Paint Coating Methods 1. Finished surfaces must be free from runs, drips, ridges, waves, laps, brush marks, and variations in color, texture, and finish. 2. Double -lap all welds. Apply prime coat by brush to all weld areas, then apply prime coat to entire surface, including weld areas, by spray, roller or method selected. 3. Coat areas with a uniform film, free of sags, runs, or brush marks. Where multiple coats of paint are specified, apply each coat in a different color which compliments the following coat and is different than the preceding coat. Each coat must be free of shadows and uniform in appearance. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 9 Painting 4. Except where otherwise specified, thin paint only as necessary for workability of coating material in accordance with manufacturer's printed instructions. Use only an appropriate thinner as recommended by the paint manufacturer. 5. When paint is being applied to interior of wet well or any other closed areas, provide for adequate ventilation. 6. Comply with recommendations of the paint manufacturer in regard to drying time for each coat, technique of spray application, ventilation, paint thinning, and safety precautions. The Contractor must fully inform all members of his field crew of these recommendations. 7. Where inspection shows that the specified thickness is not developed, apply additional coats in accordance with manufacturer's surface preparation and cure schedule requirements to produce the required film thickness. 8. Repair and recoat improper applications as recommended by the manufacturer or as required by the Engineer's representative. 9. Factor furnished items shall be protected against damage during transit, storage, and erection. The following items shall receive final finish at the factory: a. Electrical panels b. Pressure gages C. Instrumentation �. d. Similar equipment with standard factory finish 10. The following items shall not be painted, unless otherwise specified. a. Aluminum, brass, bronze, chrome, copper, stainless steel b. Nameplates and serial numbers C. Grease fittings d. Valve operator stems e. Buried or encased piping or conduit f. Concrete floors, interior walls, and slabs. g. Glass h. Fiberglass doors, grating, and handrail E. Cleaning: Upon completion of work, remove all staging and scaffolding. Dispose of unused grit, containers, and rubbish in a suitable manner. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 10 Painting .m Remove overspay, paint spots, oil, or stains on adjacent surfaces. Leave the entire job clean and acceptable. 3.06 INSPECTION AND TESTING A. Inspection 1. Surface preparation, coating application, and repairs are subject to inspection by the Engineer's representative. The standards published by the Steel Structures and Painting Council will be used as guides for acceptance or rejection of the cleaning, painting, or coating application. Particular attention will be given hard to reach areas, bolted connections, supports, anchor bolts, and threaded joints. 2. A magnetic -type dry film thickness gage and electrical holiday detector, provided by the Contractor, will be used to determine the acceptability of the paint application. 3. Give sufficient notice in advance of coating applications so that the Engineer's representative can perform the following inspections: a. Examination and approval of surface preparation prior to any coating. b. Examination and approval of each coat prior to application of the next coat. C. Inspection of the completed coating for runs, oversprays, roughness, and any evidence of improper application. B. Testing 1. The Contractor will conduct all tests in the presence of the Engineer's representative. 2. Should any paint system fail to pass a test, the Engineer will specify corrective measures. The paint system will then be retested by the Contractor, in the presence of the Engineer's representative. 3.07 PAYMENT The work to be performed under "Painting" shall be considered incidental to the bid prices contained in the Proposal and will receive no direct compensation. Fort Worth Water Department 09900 - 11 Painting ITEM 11065 SUBMERSIBLE SUMP PUMP PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE The Contractor shall furnish and install submersible sump pump at location shown on the drawings, according to specifications contained herein. 1.02 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS A. Hydromatic B. Flygt C. Or other approved equal — Submit request for substitution in accordance with Item 01300, "Submittals". 1.03 SHOP DRAWINGS A. Product Technical Data 1. Acknowledgement that product submitted meets requirements of specifications. 2. Manufacturer's installation instructions 3. Pump accessories data 4. Pump bearing supports, brackets, and shafting details. 5. Lubrication requirements 6. Solids passage information B. Certifications 1. Head (ft) versus flow (gpm) pump curve 2. Efficiencies along pump curve 3. Brake horsepower along pump curve C. Submit operations and maintenance manual���'����� FT. WORTH, YES. Fort Worth Water Department 1 1065 - 1 Sump Pump PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. Quantity: One B. Pump Casing: Cast Iron, ASTM A48 C. Impeller: Cast Iron D. Shaft: Stainless Steel, AISI Series 300 or 400 E. O-rings: Buna-N, Nitrile, or neoprene F. Bolts and Nuts: Stainless Steel G. Motor and Housing: Cast Iron H. Upper Ring Seal: Ceramic or tungsten carbide 2.02 EQUIPMENT A. Performance and Configuration Requirements 1. Design Condition: 30 gpm @ 20 feet 2. Secondary Design Condition: 40 gpm @ 15 feet 3. Minimum Shutoff: 25 feet 4. Pump Configuration Submersible 5. Maximum Pump Speed 3,450 rpm 6. Nameplate Drive Horsepower %2 HP 7. Drive Type Constant Speed 8. Solids Handling Capabilities 'h-inch sphere minimum 9. Motor Voltage Rating 115 V, 1 phase, 60 Hz B. Sump pump shall be non -overloading at all points on the curve. 2.03 ACCESSORIES A. Controls: 1. A pump on, pump off, and high water alarm float will be provided with the pump. B. Power Cable: Fort Worth Water Department 11065 - 2 Sump Pump AM ] . Provide cable from controller to junction box suitable for submersible applications and resistant to petroleum products and .� indicate same by a code or legend permanently embossed on cable. 2. Size cable in accordance with applicable NEC specifications. .. 3. Provide power cable and control cable to power source _reach without an extension. Oft 2.04 FABRICATION s A. Motors: 1. Provide motor of totally submersible design, constructed with 4ft epoxy or poly -seal encapsulated windings, air -filled or dielectric oil filled, with Class B or better insulation, and rated for continuous duty operation. 2. Assure motor is capable of running dry for extended periods without damage to motor or seal. 3. Provide automatic overload protection. B. Bearings: Bearings shall be factory sealed and grease lubricated. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Pumping unit shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The sump shall be thoroughly cleaned prior to installation of the pump. The pump shall not be used during the construction phase to dispose of water or drainage containing construction debris or other abrasive material. B. Assemble connecting piping with gaskets in place and minimum of four bolts per joint installed and tightened. Test alignment by loosening flange bolts to see if there is any change in relationship of piping flange with equipment connecting flange. Realign as necessary, install flange bolts and make equipment connection. Fort Worth Water Department l 1065 - 3 Sump Pump OR A ITEM 11300 HORIZONTAL CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS PARTI GENERAL 1.01 DESCRIPTION A. Furnish labor, materials, equipment and incidentals necessary to design, manufacture, fabricate, test, and deliver two horizontal centrifugal pumping units to replace pumps #2 and #3 at the Jenkin Heights Pump Station. B. Furnish labor, materials, equipment and incidentals necessary to design, manufacture, fabricate, test, and deliver a new 100 HP motor and new pump impeller to be installed at pump 41 at the Jenkin Heights Pump Station. C. The units shall consist of horizontal, split -case, double suction centrifugal pumps with horizontal motor, coupling, and common pump and motor base. Accessories shall be furnished as required for a complete functioning pumping unit in accordance with the specified performance and installation conditions. D. The Vendor shall be the pump manufacturer and shall be responsible to coordinate the design, testing, and installation of the pumps and motors. The Vendor shall be responsible for the adequacy and compatibility of the pump and motor. The motor manufacturer shall act as a subcontractor to the pump manufacturer, and shall provide a representative who is capable of coordinating the design, testing, and installation of the motors. 1.02 RELATED WORK A. Item 09900 Painting B. Item 16010 Electrical General Provisions C. Item 16450 Grounding Systems 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Experience Reauirements: Pumping units shall be the product of a manufacturer who has had at least 10 years of successful experience in the design, manufacturer, and application of pumping units of the type, size, and performance capabilities specified. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 1 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps 0 B. Pump Factory Tests: New pumps and motors shall be factory tested. Tests shall be run on "job motors". Tests for the efficiency, capacity, head, and horsepower requirements shall be determined for not less than five points throughout the specified head range from shut-off to maximum specified operating capacity. Test procedures, interpretation and conversion of data, shall conform to the latest requirements of the Test Code of the Hydraulic Institute standards. Following completion of the factory tests, the Vendor shall furnish to the Engineer for review and approval, four (4) certified copies of all test data and test curves for each of the pumps. The Engineer shall promptly review test data and, upon determining that the pump meets contract requirements, authorization will be given for shipment. Shipment shall not be made without written approval of test data by the Engineer, except at the risk of the vendor. The pump tests shall indicate that the performance of the pump and motor from run -out head to shut-off head is similar to the pump curve submitted with the shop drawings. If the test results indicate that the pump performs substantially different from the curve submitted with the shop drawings, the Owner, at his option, may accept the unit at a reduced price, or may refuse to accept the unit. In the event that the Factory Tests show that the actual efficiency of a pumping unit is less than the minimum wire to water efficiency specified, the Owner, at his option, may accept the unit at a reduced price, or may refuse to accept the unit. If accepted, the reduction in price shall be computed based on the factor test wire to water efficiency of the pump. The value of one (1%) percent in overall wire to water efficiency for each pump shall be worth $3,000. Since two points will be tested in order to insure compliance with specifications, the value of 1 % in overall wire to water efficiency for each point shall be $1,500. C. Assembly: Vendor shall certify that at the factory, prior to shipment, the unit has been completely assembled, including the motor. If the motor does not match properly, the defect shall be corrected to the satisfaction of the Owner. Any delays beyond the scheduled delivery time which are caused by these defects shall be subject to liquidated damages as provided for late delivery. The pump and motor base shall be drilled for assembly of the pump and motor and installation onto the foundation bolts. Leveling shims shall be furnished by the pump manufacturer. D. Markinj4: Each pump and motor shall each have a stainless steel nameplate securely affixed with stainless steel tapping screws in a Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 2 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps conspicuous place, showing the ratings, speed, rotation, serial number, model number, manufacturer, and other pertinent data. E. Service of Manufacturer's Representative „® 1. Pump Service Representative a. The pump manufacturer shall furnish the services of a competent factory technician, who shall have had a minimum of five years experience in the installation, adjustment, and operation of the equipment which is being furnished under this contract. The service is for the .� purpose of insuring proper installation and adjustment of the equipment; instructing operating personnel in proper operation, maintenance, and care of the equipment; for making operation tests of equipment, and making s� recommendations for obtaining the most efficient use thereof. b. The service representative shall be at the site at any time the OR construction contractor is assembling, setting, aligning, connecting or adjusting and testing the pump and motor assembly, and shall direct such work and certify in writing to the Owner that it has been properly installed ► and operates satisfactorily during acceptance tests. 2. Motor Manufacturer's Representative a. The motor manufacturer shall furnish the services of a competent factory technician, who shall have had a minimum of five years experience in the installation, adjustment, and operation of the equipment which is being furnished under this contract. This service is to ensure proper installation and adjustment of the motor, instruct personnel in proper operation, maintenance, and care of the equipment, for making operation tests of equipment, and recommendations for obtaining the most efficient use thereof. b. The service representative shall verify the proper installation, alignment, wiring, lubrication, and connection of all appurtenances prior �. to start-up. He shall be present during testing and start up and shall certify to the Owner in writing that the motors have been properly installed and operate satisfactorily. 1.04 SUBMITTALS A. Shop Drawings Submit shop drawings in accordance with Item 01300, "Submittal " Drawings shall show complete physical description and performa'1ir",� capabilities of the equipment, including, but not limited to dimens n,%�,, qu Win *C-PERUF Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 3 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps weights, materials, assemblies, performance curves, power requirements and ratings, rated voltage and amperage, wiring diagrams as applicable, and on -site storage requirements. Submit drawings as a complete package of all equipment furnished. Partial drawings will not be reviewed. B. Operation and Maintenance Manuals Submit operation and maintenance manuals in accordance with Item 01430, "Operation and Maintenance Data". Manuals shall be prepared by the equipment manufacturers and shall include storage and installation instructions, operation and maintenance procedures, appropriate final certified shop drawings, performance curves, and test data. Manuals may '^ be the manufacturer's standard instructions, but shall be supplemented as necessary to cover any special feature not included in the standard material. Submit preliminary manuals for review prior to delivery of equipment. 1.05 STANDARDS The applicable provisions of the following standards shall apply as if written in their entirety: y American Water Works Association (AWWA) American National Standards Institute (ANSI) American Standards for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Test Code of the Hydraulic Institute Standards (HIS) National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) 1.06 DELIVERY AND STORAGE A. The Vendor shall be responsible for delivery of the pump, driver, and accessories to the jobsite in good condition and undamaged. B. Unloading and storage of the equipment shall be the responsibility of the construction contractor who shall inspect the equipment for apparent damage. Equipment which is found to be damaged will not be accepted until properly repaired or replaced by the Vendor. 1.07 PUMPING CRITERIA AND DATA A. General Criteria e- TM 1. Liquid to be pumped is treated domestic water. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 4 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps �. 2. The pumping unit will be started with solid-state reduced voltage starters. The top of the pump casing shall have a 1" outlet for an air valve Aft assembly which will release air at pump start-up. The air valve assembly shall be provided by the pump manufacturer and will be installed by the Contractor. 3. The new pumps will operate alone as well as in parallel. B. Pump #2 and Pump #3 Performance Requirements Number of Units Min. Shutoff Head Primary Design Point Minimum Wire to Water Efficiency Secondary Design Point Minimum Wire to Water Efficiency Max Horsepower - Max Motor Speed Max NPSH at Primary Design Point Motor Voltage .. C. Pump #1 Motor and Impeller Requirements Number of Units Existing Motor New Motor Existing Pump Two 230' 2,350 gpm at 190' TDH 77% 1,700 gpm at 210' TDH 72% 150 HP 1,800 RPM 20' 480 Volt, Three Phase One 75 HP Reliance Model IMA498248-GI-VG Frame 365TS 480 Volt, Three Phase 100HP, 480V, 3P, 1800 RPM Worthington Model 6LR13 S/N Y715309 Impeller: 12.88" diameter New Impeller: 13.25" diameter Impeller *New impeller must be able to be installed in existing Worthington Pump. 1.08 GURARANTEE A. Vendor shall warrant the equipment furnished under this specification for a period of five (5) years against defects in materials, workmanship, and operational failure. No pro -rating of warranty will be allowed. B. In the event of failure of any part or parts of the equipment during the warranty period, provided that the equipment has been operated and Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 5 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps maintained in accordance with good practice, the Vendor shall furnish, deliver, and install the defective part or parts at his own expense. 1.09 ACCEPTABLE PUMP MANUFACTURERS A. Fairbanks Morse B. Paco C. Ingersoll -Dresser D. Patterson E. Flowserve F. Or approved Equal 1.10 ACCEPTABLE MOTOR MANUFACTURERS A. Reliance B. General Electric C. Westinghouse D. Siemens E. U.S. Motors PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 PUMPS A. General L Pumps shall be horizontal, single stage, split case, double suction, double volute, centrifugal pumps with side suction and side discharge for pumping treated domestic water. B. Casing 0 Pump casing shall be strong close grain cast iron in accordance with ASTM A48, or ductile iron in accordance with ASTM A536, designed for heavy-duty service, double volute design. The casing shall be horizontally split with the suction and discharge flanges cast integrally with the lower half in order that the upper part may be removed for inspection of the rotating assembly without disturbing pipe connections of pump alignment. The joint between halves of the casing shall be heavily flanged and bolted, and provided with dowel pins to insure accurate alignment. The interior shall be smooth and free from surface defects. The diameter and drilling dimensions of suction and discharge flanges shall be class 125 ANSI standard and shall be adequate to withstand shutoff pressure plus 50 percent. Casings shall be drilled and tapped for vertical priming, gauge, and drain connections. Suitable lifting lugs or eye bolts shall be provided. Casing shall be tested in accordance with Hydraulic Institute Standards under a hydrostatic pressure of 150% of maximum operating head. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 6 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps C. Impeller Impeller shall be of the double suction enclosed type, made entirely of bronze, finished smooth all over and of ample strength and stiffness for maintaining the maximum capacity of the unit. It shall be dynamically balanced and shall be keyed to the shaft and securely held in axial position on the shaft by means of stainless steel sleeves properly secured to the shaft so that it cannot become unfastened when the pump is reversed. All rotating parts of pumps shall be machined true to insure rotational balance with the impeller, coupling, and other parts that may be mounted on the shaft, such that the pump shall operate within vibrational tolerances specified in Hydraulic Institute Standards. D. Shaft Pump shaft shall be of ample conservative design such that it will be suitable to transmit the maximum brake horsepower required by the pump, and be of sufficient stiffness to prevent contact of the wearing rings under any condition of operation. Shaft shall be of heat treated steel, accurately machined and ground, with non -corrosive stainless steel sleeves in the pump and through the stuffing box area. E. Wearing Rings At the running joint between the suction and discharge chambers, there shall be provided on both the casing and impeller, renewable wearing rings with large running surface area and designed for smooth flow areas. The casing rings shall be secured by stainless steel screws or other suitable method. Impeller rings shall be securely attached and so fastened that they cannot become loose when the pump is reversed. F. Mechanical Seals Mechanical seals and seal boxes shall be placed on both sides of the pump centerline to seal the pump shaft. Each pump is to be furnished with mechanical seals with all metal parts to be 344 stainless steel with `Buna-N" elastomers. A bypass line must be provided for the seal between the seal faces and the discharge flange to assure adequate venting of the seal chamber and to provide lubrication. All pumps shall be provided with cored passages in the parting flange of the pump to provide additional circulation to both seals. The mechanical seal boxes shall be equipped with heavy, cast, one piece O ring sealed glands. G. Bearings Bearings shall be oil lubricated anti -fraction ball type adequately sized to carry radial and thrust loads without addition of external cooling. Anti -friction bearings Fort Worth Water Department H 300- 7 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps shall have L-10 bearing life of 100,000 hours at the rated head and flow of the pump in accordance with the standards of the Bearings Manufacturers Association. H. Coupling and Guard Flexible couplings shall be heavy duty type, designed so that the pump shaft may be removed without disturbing the position or adjustment of the driving unit. Coupling shall be all metal, Fast's Self -Aligning Couplings as manufactured by Kooper's Company or Baltimore, Maryland, or approved equal. Horizontal surface of the coupling shall be machined parallel to the axis of the shaft, and faces shall be machined perpindicular to the axis of the shaft. Provide an appropriate coupling guard, acceptable to OSHA, securely attached to the pump base. I. Pump and Motor Base Pump and motor shall have a common one-piece base. The length and width of the base shall be of suitable size to fit within the limits of the concrete block pump support as shown on the drawings. The base shall be fabricated steel of sufficient strength and depth to insure rigidity and so designed to make a good appearance, and provided with adequate grout holes. The base shall be provided with planed supports or bearing pads for the pump and motor. Base shall be drilled to receive suitable number of foundation bolts. Foundation bolts complete with sleeves, washers, nuts, etc., shall be furnished for each pumping unit by the pump manufacturer. The pump and motor shall be mounted on the supports or bearing pads with full faced brass shims approximately 1/8" thickness. Foundation bolts and sleeves shall be furnished and shipped ahead of the pumps for installation by the construction contractor. Pump Painting Interior pump surfaces shall be coated with liquid epoxy, AWWA C-210, to give a minimum total dry film thickness of 15 mils. All exposed surfaces shall be cleaned, primed, and painted with two (2) coats of manufacturers standard exterior machinery enamel. Furnish touch-up paint for application by construction contractor. 2.02 480 VOLT MOTORS A. General a* 1. The motors shall be 1800 RMP horizontal squirrel cage induction type, three phase, 60 hertz, design B. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 8 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps „� 2. Horsepower ratings of motors shall be equal to or greater than the total horsepower requirement of the pump when operating at any head between the shut-off and minimum heads. Motors shall have a service factor of 1.15. 3. Motors shall be designed in accordance with applicable provisions of the NEMA Standard Publication for Motors and Generators, MG-1, latest edition. Motors shall be NEMA drip proof construction. 4. Rotors shall be balanced with an amplitude, peak to peak, in accordance with NEMA MG-1 5. Motors windings shall be full Class F insulated. Insulation shall receive an epoxy resin coating, which shall be applied by spraying or other suitable method. Motors shall operate continuously at rated voltage and frequency at 40 degree C ambient temperature, with a temperature rise not to exceed 85 degree C measured by embedded detector when operating at 115% of the rated horsepower. 6. The locked rotor KVA/HP shall not exceed Code Letter F, 5.6 KVA/HP. 7. The motor shall be equipped with a 120 volt space heater which shall be turned on any time the motor is de -energized by the motor control. B. Bearings Bearings shall be oil-lubricacted anti -friction. An auxiliary double row _ ball bearing shall be provided for sleeve bearings to hold rotor in axial alignment. Anti -friction bearings shall have an average service life of 100,000 hours in accordance with the standards of the Bearing Manufacturers Association. C. Conduit Box The top and front shall be removable. Conduit box shall received motor cables from the top. D. Accessories Terminal Box Motors shall have accessory leads from space heaters an RTD's terminated in separate boxes on barrier type terminals with stainless steel screws. Leads shall be suitably marked and identified with heat shrink markers. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 9 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps E. Grounding Means Provide a grounding lug threaded into the motor frame within the motor terminal box and other motor conduit boxes. Lug shall be similar and equal to Bumdy KC Servit. F. Appurtenances All wires and electrical connections shall be copper. All wiring penetrating motor frame shall be protected against chaffing with a rubber grommet. 1. Space Heaters: Motor shall be equipped with space heaters for operation on 120 volt, 60 hertz, single phase. They shall maintain the internal temperature above dew point when motor is not operating. Space heaters shall not be located directly in the access holes where they may pose a danger of burn or shock to servicemen. Space heater wiring shall be routed to prevent wire being between the frame and the space heater. 2. Temperature Monitors: Motor shall be equipped with six 100 ohm platinum temperature detectors (RTD), two per phase, spaced around the motor windings and located at the hot spots of the stator. 3. All appurtenance boxes shall be laid out to avoid overlap and access limitations to the boxes. Appurtenance boxes shall be secured with stainless steel screws. 2.03 LUBRICANT Furnish with equipment, oil of the recommended type and grade, in sufficient quantity for initial filling and for operation during the acceptance tests and installation. Advise Owner of the type and available sources of lubricants. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Installation of equipment shall be performed by construction contractor who shall be required to assemble the equipment where required and install it in accordance with Installation, Operation, and Maintenance instructions which shall be furnished by the Vendor or Manufacturer, the installation drawings for this project and applicable Installation Instructions of the Hydraulic Institute Standards. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 10 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps B. The Manufacturer's Representative has responsibilities in the installation and field testing of the equipment as described in this section. The contractor shall schedule the service of the Manufacturer to direct and assist in the assembly, installation, adjustment, and acceptance test of the equipment. 3.02 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Upon completion of installation of equipment, an acceptance test to verify the satisfactory installation and operation of the equipment shall be conducted by the Manufacturer. The test shall be conducted in a manner approved by and in the presence of the contractor, engineer, and owner. Equipment shall be checked for excessive noise, alignment, vibration, general performance, etc. Vibration of the unit shall not exceed the «■ "Acceptable Field Vibration Limits" of the Hydraulic Institute Standards _ for Centrifugal Pumps. The unit must perform in a manner acceptable to the Engineer before final acceptance will be made by the Owner. B. The pumping unit shall be operated throughout its full range of operating heads, if possible, recoding pump suction and discharge pressure, water level, flow, motor voltage and current, vibrations, and bearing temperatures, as applicable. C. The pump and motor representatives shall each submit a written report certifying the equipment is properly installed, lubricated, is in accurate alignment, is free from undue stress from connecting appurtenances, that it has been operated under all operating conditions and is operating satisfactorily. MW 3.03 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT A. The work to install and test new pumps #2 and #3 shall be measured and paid per new pump, motor, and base stand, anchor bolts, and all incidentals necessary to provide a working pump. B. The work to install and test new motor and pump impeller for existing pump #1 shall be measured and paid per the lump for all work and incidentals necessary to provide a working pump 91 assembly. Fort Worth Water Department 11300- 11 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps go ITEM 11350 ALUMINUM ACCESS HATCHES AND APPURTENANCES PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE Furnish and install access hatches at locations shown on the drawings. 1.02 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS A. Bilco Company B. Flygt Company C. Approved Equal 1.03 SHOP DRAWINGS Shop drawings shall comply with Division 1, General Requirements. Include all construction details, finishes, sizes, shapes, thickness of materials, and details of joining with other work. 1.04 WARRANTY Manufacturer shall guarantee against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years, beginning on the date of shipment. Warranty information shall cover hatches, ladders, and ladder -up. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 SINGLE DOOR ALUMINUM ACCESS HATCH .- A. Bilco Type "J" single -leaf aluminum with channel frame with opening dimensions as shown on drawings, or equal. Hatch shall be lockable. B. Door shall be aluminum '/4-inch diamond pattern plated, reinforced to withstand a live load of 300 pounds per square foot with minimal deflection. Channel frame shall be'/4-inch aluminum with an anchor flange around perimeter. A drainage coupling shall be located in the frame. C. Construction: Fabricate cover with latching device having inside and outside handles. Assemble hatch with heavy forged brass inside hinges, stainless steel pins, and automatic hold -open arm with release handle. Fort Worth Water Department 11350 - 1 Aluminum Access Hatches and Appurtenances D. All hardware to be stainless steel. E. Installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Manufacturer shall guarantee against defects in material or workmanship for a period of five years. 2.02 DOUBLE DOOR ALUMINUM ACCESS HATCH A. Bilco Type "JD" double -leaf aluminum with channel frame, with opening dimensions as shown on the drawings, or approved equal. B. Door shall be aluminum '/4-inch diamond pattern plate, reinforced to withstand a live load of 300 pounds per square foot with minimal deflection. C. Channel frame shall be '/4-inch aluminum with an anchor flange around perimeter. A drainage coupling shall be located in the frame. D. Fabricate cover with latching device having inside and outside handles. Assemble hatch with heavy forged brass inside hinges, stainless steel pins, and automatic hold -open arm with release handle. E. All hardware shall be stainless steel. F. Installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Manufacturer shall guarantee against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years. 2.03 ALUMINUM LADDER Minimum allowable ladder width shall be 16". Rung spacing shall be 12", center to center. Top rung shall be placed 12" from the top hatch elevation. Bottom rungs shall be placed a maximum of 12" from the valve vault finished floor. Approved ladder shall be compatible with Bilco Ladder -Up Model LU-4. 2.04 LADDER SAFETY POST The ladder safety post shall be Bilco Ladder -Up Model LU-4, or approved equal. Install on fixed ladders below access hatch covers. Ladder shall be designed with telescoping section which locks automatically when extended and extends at least 36-inches above the top of the hatch opening. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSPECTION CM Fort Worth Water Department 11350 - 2 Aluminum Access Hatches and Appurtenances A. Verify that work of other trades which affects or adjoins the work specified under this section has been completed or is prepared to receive the work specified herein. B. Examine surface to receive hatches for foreign material or unevenness which would prevent proper installation of the work specified herein. C. Do not proceed with installation until all defects are corrected. 3.02 INSTALLATION Installation shall be performed by an experienced contractor in strict accordance with reviewed shop drawings. 3.03 CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT A. At the completion of the work, and throughout the project warranty, all hatches must be free from operating and other defects. B. Any defect resulting from the manufacture, transport, or installation must be rectified without any additional cost to the Owner. Fort Worth Water Department 11350 - 3 Aluminum Access Hatches and Appurtenances LD ok ITEM 15070 DUCTILE IRON PIPE AND FITTINGS PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals required, and install in the locations inside, under, and outside of structures as shown on the drawings, all ductile iron piping, ductile iron fittings, and appurtenances as shown on the drawings and as specified herein. 1.02 QUALIFICATIONS MW All of the ductile iron pipe and ductile iron fittings shall be furnished by manufacturers who are fully experienced, reputable, and qualified. The pipe and fittings shall be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the best practices and methods, and shall comply with these specifications as applicable. n 9--: 1.03 RELATED REQUIREMENTS Ductile or cast iron pipe and fittings shall meet the requirements of EI-6 "Ductile Iron Pipe", E1-7 "Ductile Iron and Gray Iron", E1-13 "Polyethylene Wrapping, E2-6 "Installing Ductile Iron Pipe, and E2-7 "Installing Cast Iron Pipe Fittings, and Specials" of the Fort Worth Water Department Specifications, except as noted herein. 1.04 SUBMITTALS Shop drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval in accordance with Item 01300 and shall include dimensioning, methods and locations of supports, and technical specifications for all piping furnished. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. Ductile Iron Pipe: 1. Ductile iron pipe shall conform to the requirements of AWWA C150 "Thickness Design of Ductile Iron Pipe", and AWWA C151 (where called out) and AWWA C153 (where called out). Use thickness Class 53 for all piping so designated on the plans. 2. Ductile iron piping and fittings shall be double thickness cement mortar lined and bituminous seal coated in accordance with Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 1 w Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings AWWA C104. Provide manufacturer's standard bituminous coating inside and outside of all ductile iron pipe and fittings, except piping exposed to view shall not have the standard exterior - coating. 3. Pipe and fittings exposed to view in the finished work shall not receive the standard tar or asphalt coat on the outside surfaces, but shall be shop -coated on the outside with coat tar enamel in accordance with Item 9900 "Painting". All other pipe and fittings shall be shop coated on the outside with coal tar enamel in accordance with AWWA specifications and will not require any other special coating. Should portions of the pipe inadvertently be given the outside coating of coal tar enamel instead of rust inhibitive primer as required for exposed piping, the surfaces shall be sealed with a non -bleeding sealer coat. Sealing shall be made a part of the work of this section. B. Fittings: Fittings for use with flanged joints or mechanical joints on ductile iron pipe shall be cast iron or ductile iron fittings conforming to AWWA C110 or C153. Flanges shall be faced and drilled in accordance with ANSI B.16.1, Class 125. All fittings shall be pressure rated at 250 psig. C. Flanges: Flanges for ductile or cast iron pipe shall conform to ANSI B16.1, Class 125. Screwed on flanges shall be attached to the pipe in the shop; attachment, aligning, and facing shall conform to AWWA C115. All flanged pipe, including flanged -by -plain end pieces, shall be hydrostatically tested to 175 psig. r D. Mechanical Joints: Mechanical joints for use with ductile iron pipe shall conform to AWWA C111. Carefully assemble mechanical joints in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Lubricate joint surfaces with heavy vegetable soap solution immediately prior to installing gasket on spigot end. If seal is defective, disassemble the joint, thoroughly clean it, and re -assemble the joint. Do not over -tighten bolts to compensate for poor installation practice. E. Seal Strips: Where required on drawings, use Link Seals, as manufactured by Thunderline Corporation, Wayne Michigan, or equal. F. Sleeve -Type Couplings 1. Sleeve -type couplings shall be as made by Dresser Manufacturing Division, Smith -Blair, Inc., Clow Company, or approved equal. Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 2 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings „� r, 2. Couplings for buried pipe shall be of cast iron with stainless steel bolts and nuts, unless otherwise indicated. 3. Couplings for exposed pipe shall be fitted with harness -style couplings or joint restraints with stainless steel nuts and bolts, unless otherwise indicated. 4. Couplings shall be provided with the gaskets of a composition suitable for exposure to the liquid within the pipe. G. Wall Castings 1. Wall castings shall be of the sizes and types shown on the drawings. Flanges and mechanical joint bells shall be drilled and tapped for studs where flush with the wall. 2. Wall casting shall be provided with an intermediate wall collar. The collar shall be located at the center of the overall length of casting for castings set flush with the wall. For castings which extend through the wall, the collar shall be located such that it is within the middle third of the wall. Collars shall either be cast integrally with the casting or shall be of the assembled type consisting of two mechanical joint retainer glands with gasket. H. Base Bends: Base bends and tees shall have machined and drilled bases. I. Filler Flanges and beveled filler flanges shall be furnished and installed as required. Filler flanges and beveled filler flanges shall be furnished faced and drilled complete with extra length bolts. Filler flanges shall be Clow F-1984 or equal and beveled filler flanges shall be Clow F-1986 or approved equal. J. Blind flanges shall be furnished and installed as required. Blind flanges shall be furnished faced and drilled to ANSI B16.1, 125 lb standard. K. Polyethylene Encasement: Encasement for buried pipe shall be 8 mil continuous polyethylene encasement conforming to AWWA C105. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 HANDLING AND PIPE FITTINGS A. Care shall be taken in loading, transporting, and unloading to prevent injury to the pipe or coatings. Pipe or fittings shall not be dropped. All pipe or fittings shall be examined before laying, and no piece shall be Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 3 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings installed which is found to be defective. Any damage to the pipe coatings shall be repaired as recommended by the manufacturer. B. If any defective pipe is discovered after it has been laid it shall be removed and replaced with sound pipe in a satisfactory manner at no expense to the Owner. All pipe and fittings shall thoroughly cleaned before laying, shall be kept clean until they are used in the work, and when installed or laid, shall conform to the lines and grades required. 3.02 LAYING EXTERIOR PIPE AND FITTINGS A. All pipe shall be sound and clean before laying. When laying is not in progress, including lunchtime, the open ends of the pipe shall be closed by a watertight plug or other approved means. Good alignment shall be preserved in laying. The deflection at joints shall not exceed the recommended by manufacturer. Fittings, in addition to those shown on the drawings, shall be provided, if required, in crossing utilities which may be encountered upon opening the trench. B. When cutting pipe is required, the cutting shall be done by machine, O- leaving a smooth cut at right angles to the axis of the pipe. Cement linings shall be undamaged. C. Joint restraint shall be provided at all fittings and other locations as directed by the Engineer or shown on the drawings. Joint restraint shall be provided by concrete thrust blocks and/or mechanical joint restraint. Where pipe is installed in locations where there is insufficient undisturbed material, mechanical joint restraint and concrete thrust blocks shall be used. For concrete thrust blocks, bearing area shall be adequate to prevent rb any movement of the fitting. Minimum bearing areas shall be according to Figure 9 of the Fort Worth Water Department Specifications. Concrete shall be placed against undisturbed material, and shall not cover joints, bolts or nuts, or interfere with removal of any joint. Wooden side forms shall be provided for thrust blocks. D. Jointing Ductile Iron Pipe 1. Push -on joints shall be made in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Pipe shall be laid with bells looking ahead. A rubber gasket shall be inserted in the groove of the bell end of the pipe, and the joint surfaces cleaned and lubricated. The plain end of the pipe to be entered shall then be inserted in alignment with the bell of the pipe to be joined, and pushed home with a jack or other approved means. After joining the pipe, a metal feeler shall be used to make certain that the rubber gasket is correctly located. Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 4 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings .. 2. Mechanical joints at valves, fittings, and where designated shall be in accordance with "Notes on Method of Installation" under ANSI Specification A21.11 and the instructions of the manufacturer. To assemble the joints in the field, thoroughly clean the joint surfaces a and rubber gasket with soapy water before tightening the bolts. Bolts shall be tight to the specified torques. Under no condition shall extension wrenches or pipe over handle of ordinary ratchet - wrench be used to secure greater leverage. 3. Flanged joints shall be made using ring gaskets of rubber with cloth insertion. Gaskets 12 inches in diameter and smaller shall be 1/16 inch thick; larger than 12 inches shall be 3/32 inch thick. Flanged joints shall be made with bolts, bolt studs with nut on each - end, or studs with nuts where the flanged is tapped. The number and size of bolts shall conform to the American Standard for Low Carbon Steel, Externally and Internally Threaded Standard Fasteners, Designation A307-68. Bolt studs shall be of the same quality as machine bolts. 4. Prior to installation of sleeve -type couplings, the pipe ends shall be cleaned thoroughly for a distance of 8 inches. Soapy water may be used as a gasket lubricant. A follower and gasket, in that order, shall be slipped over each pipe to a distance of about 6 inches from the end, and the middle ring shall be placed on the already laid pipe end until it is properly centered over the joint. The other pipe end shall be inserted into the middle ring and brought into proper position in relation to the pipe already laid. The gaskets and followers shall then be pressed evenly and firmly into the middle ring flares. After the bolts have been inserted and the nuts have been made up finger -tight, diametrically opposite nuts shall be progressively and uniformly tightened all around the joint by use of a torque wrench of the appropriate size and torque for the bolts. The correct torque as indicated by a torque wrench shall not exceed 75 ft-lb for 5/8 inch bolts and 90 ft-lb for 3/4 inch bolts. 5. After assembly and inspection and before being backfilled, all exterior surfaces of the buried sleeve -type couplings , including the middle and follower rings, bolts, and nuts shall be heavily and thoroughly coated with approved heavy -body bituminous mastic. Care shall be taken and appropriate devices used to ensure that the underside, as well as the more readily accessible parts, are well coated. Where flanged pipe joints are to be on either side of a sleeve -type coupling in the piping, sleeve -coupling bolts should not be made up until the flanged joints have been made. To prevent sleeve -type couplings from pulling apart under pressure, a Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 5 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings suitable flange clamp assembly shall be provided and installed where shown in the drawings. 6. All valves, hydrants, fittings, and other appurtenances needed upon the pipe lines shall be set and jointed as indicated on the drawings or as required. 3.03 INSTALLING INTERIOR DUCTILE IRON PIPE AND FITTINGS A. All pipe and fittings shall be installed true to alignment and rigidly supported thrust anchors shall be provided where required. Any damage to linings shall be repaired to the satisfaction of the Engineer before the pipe in installed. Each length of pipe shall be cleaned out before erection. B. Sleeves or wall pipe shall be installed of proper sizes for all pipes passing through floors or walls, as shown on the drawings. Where indicated or required for liquid or gas tightness, the pipe shall be sealed with a mechanical seal using Link Seals or approved mechanical method. C. Concrete inserts and hangars for supports shall be furnished and installed in the concrete as it is placed. The inserts shall be set in accordance with the requirements of the piping layout and jointing method and their locations shall be verified from approved piping layout drawings and the structural drawings. D. Flanged joints shall be made with bolts, bolt studs with a nut on each end, �. or studs where the nut is tapped. The number and size of bolts shall conform to the same American Standard as the flanges. Bolts and nuts shall, except as otherwise specified or noted on the drawings, be Grade B .� conforming to the ASTM Standard Specification for Low Carbon Steel, Externally and Internally Threaded Standard Fasteners, Designation A307- 68. Bolt studs shall be the same quality as machine bolts.» E. Gaskets shall be ring gaskets of rubber with cloth insertion. Gaskets 12 inches in diameter and smaller shall be 1/16 inch thick; larger than 12 inches in diameter, 3/32 inch thick. F. All valves, fittings, equipment, and appurtenances needed upon the -- pipelines shall be set and jointed as indicated on the drawings or as required. All pipe and appurtenances connected to equipment shall be supported in such a manner as to prevent any strain being imposed on the. equipment. When manufacturers have indicated requirements that piping loads shall not be transmitted to their equipment, a certification shall be submitted stating that such requirements have been complied with. .. Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 6 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings ,.. u 3.04 SURFACE PREPARATION AND PAINTING All piping and fittings exposed to view shall have its surface prepared and be shop painted as specified under item 9900 "Painting". ,m 3.05 FIELD PRESSURE TEST New mains shall be hydrostatically field tested before acceptance by being placed •� under 1.5 times system pressure (or 175 psi) for a period of not less than 24 hours. It is the intent of these specifications that all joints be watertight and that all joints which are found to leak either by observation or during any test shall be made watertight by the Contractor. Leakage shall be defined as the quantity of water that must be supplied into the newly laid pipe or any valved section thereof to maintain pressure within 5 psi of the specified test pressure after the pipe has been filled with water and the air expelled. Leakage shall not be measured by a drop in pressure in a test section over time. Allowable leakage shall be defined as any leakage under the following formula: Where: L = SD sqrt (P) / 133,200 L = allowable leakage, in gallons per hour S = length of pipe tested, in feet D = nominal diameter of the pipe, in inches P = average test pressure during the leakage test, in psig If repairs are required, the hydrostatic field test shall be repeated until the pipe installation conforms to the specified requirements. 3.06 PAYMENT All underground ductile iron pipe and fittings shall be paid at the lump sum price for "Underground Piping and Fittings." All above ground ductile iron pipe and fittings used in the pump station shall be paid at the lump sum price for "Pump Station Mechanical Piping and Fittings" CITY SE UIRETAff FT. WORTH, TEX, Fort Worth Water Department 15070 - 7 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings ITEM 15100 VALVES AND APPURTENANCES PART1 GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals required to completely install and put into operation, all valves and appurtenances as specified herein and as shown on the drawings. 1.02 RELATED WORK Related work from "General Contract Documents and Specifications for the Fort _Worth Water Department", dated January 1978, shall include: A. E I A 0, "Gate Valves" B. E I A 1, "Air Release Valves and Fittings" C. E1-26, "Resilient Seat Gate Valves" C. E2-10, "Gate Valve Installation" D. E2-11, "Air Release Valve Installation" 1.03 EQUIPMENT A. Gate Valves B. Top Mounted Oil Cushioned Tilting Disc Check Valve .� C. Combination Air/Vacuum Valves D. Ball Valves — 2" and smaller E. Check Valve — 2" and smaller F. Pressure Gauge G. Corporation Stops H. Mechanical Couplings Fort Worth Water Department 15100 - 1 Valves and Appurtenances 1.04 QUALIFICATIONS All of the types of valves and appurtenances shall be products of well -established firms who are fully experienced, reputable, and qualified in the manufacture of the particular equipment to be furnished. The equipment shall be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the best practices and methods and shall comply with these specifications as applicable. 1.05 SUBMITTALS A. The Contractor shall furnish Manufacturer's shop drawings clearly showing material sizes, types, styles, parts, catalog numbers, and complete details, including, but not limited to, location, lengths, and connection details. B. The Contractor shall submit the Manufacturer's published literature, including technical bulletins, brochures, and operating and maintenance"` instructions. 1.06 PRODUCT DELIVERY AND STORAGE A. Delivery of Materials: Manufactured materials shall be delivered in original, unbroken pallets, packages, containers, or bundles bearing the label of the manufacturer. B. Storage of Materials: All materials shall be carefully handled to prevent abrasion, cracking, deformations, or other damage. 1.07 WARRANTY Manufacturer shall guarantee against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the data of substantial completion and acceptance testing. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 GENERAL A. All valves and appurtenances shall be the size shown on the drawings. B. All valves and appurtenances shall have the name of the manufacturer, flow direction arrows, and working pressure for which they are designed cast in raised letters upon some appropriate part of the body. C. All buried valves shall open right (clockwise). Fort Worth Water Department 15100 - 2 Valves and Appurtenances rM 2.02 GATE VALVES A. Gate Valves, 2 through 12 inches: Comply with AWWA C-509 and Fort Worth Water Department specification E1-10, "Standard Specification for Gate Valves", and E1-26 "Resilient Seated Gate Valves". 1. Valve shall be resilient seated gate valve. 2. Buried Valves — non -rising stem with extension stem as required, placed in manhole according to standard details. Valves shall open by turning in a right (clockwise) direction. 3. Exposed Valve — Flanged with manual hand -wheel actuator. Valves actuators shall open by turning in a clockwise direction. Contractor shall furnish four (4) 12" diameter gate valve to be located in pump station building. B. Gate Valves, 14" diameter and larger, comply with AWWA C-509 Valve shall be resilient seated gate valve, 250 psi working pressure rating. 2. Buried Valves — non -rising stem with extension stem. Valves shall open by turning in a clockwise direction. Contractor shall furnish four (4) 16" diameter gate valves, placed in vault per Fort Worth Water Department standard details. Bypass line and valve not required, gear box for 16" valve actuation not required. 3. Exposed Valve — Flanged with manual hand -wheel actuator. ANSI Class 125 flanges. Valves actuators shall open by turning in a clockwise direction. 2.03 TOP MOUNTED OIL CUSHIONED TILTING DISC CHECK VALVE A. The Contractor shall furnish and install two (2) 12" diameter oil controlled swing check valves, top mounted dashpot. Acceptable manufacturers shall be APCO, Crispin, or Val-Matic. B. Check valve body shall be tested per AWWA C508. Flanges shall be integral flanges (ANSI Class 125). The disc seating ring shall be centrifugally cast bronze. The valve body shall be ductile iron. A position indicator shall be supplied and shall show position at all times. Fort Worth Water Department 15100 - 3 Valves and Appurtenances C. The valve interior shall be coated with an epoxy coating approved (NSF- 61) for potable water. The exterior of the valve shall be shop coated with a universal alkyld primer. D. Nuts, bolts, and studs shall be Type 316 stainless steel. E. A top mounted oil dashpot shall be factory installed in the downstream inspection port to provide independent hydraulic control of the valve opening and closing strokes to reduce water hammer. The dashpot shall consist of a high-pressure hydraulic cylinder with internal cushion adjustment, two external flow control valves, a pressurized oil reservoir, a stainless steel non -pressurized oil reservoir, and piping. F. The oil dashpot shall independently control the opening and closing stroke (time adjustable). In addition, the closing stroke shall be two -stage with the last 10% of closing travel dampened with the internal cylinder cushion. G. A dashpot spacer which connects the cylinder to the valve shall have an air gap to prevent hydraulic fluid from entering the valve and contaminating the water system. The cylinder shall be able to be de - coupled white the check valve is under pressure. H. A NEMA 4 machine tool type limit switch with DPDT contacts shall be provided, mounted to the inspection cover, with an adjustable trip arm for sensing closed position. Valve manufacturer shall furnish the services of a competent technician for the duration of time necessary to assist in the installation, adjustment, and start-up operation, and field acceptance testing. The technician shall instruct the Owner's personnel in the proper care, maintenance, adjustment, and operation of the equipment and shall issue a written certification that the equipment has been properly installed. 2.04 COMBINATION AIRNACUUM VALVES A. Provide combination air/vacuum valves as shown in drawings. B. Combination valve to be 2" diameter combination air valve by as manufactured by Cla-Val, Apco, Crispin, or approved equal. 2" combination air/vacuum valve shall be placed in manhole, per construction details. - C. Fit valve with quick connect couplings, shut-off valves, unions, and check valves to allow for periodic back -flushing. Fort Worth Water Department 15100 - 4 Valves and Appurtenances. wo D. Valve shall be capable of withstanding maximum surge pressure (50 psi) without failure. Working pressure for this application is 30 psi. E. The inlet and outlet of the valve shall have the same cross -sectional area. The float shall be guided by a stainless steel guide shaft and seat drip -tight against a synthetic rubber seal. F. The body and cover shall be concentrically located and made of cast iron. The valve's internal parts shall be made of stainless steel. 2.05 BALL VALVES — 2" AND SMALLER A. General: Ball valves shall be two piece, manually actuated, 316 stainless steel ball and stem, bronze or cast iron body, full port with blowout proof seams. Ball valves shall have TFE seats and seals. Valves shall be full floating ball and be non -lubricated. Valve seats shall be easily adjustable and replaceable. B. Manufacturer: Ball valves shall be manufactured by Watts, Nibco or approved equal. C. Application: Ball valves shall be placed at following locations within lift station valve vault: 1. At Combination Air/Vacuum Valve Assembly for flow isolation. 2. At discharge of sump pump piping for flow isolation 3. At pressure gages for flow isolation. 2.06 CHECK VALVES — 2" AND SMALLER A. General: Check valves shall be stainless steel body, swing or ball type, 150 psi working pressure. B. Manufacturer: Check valves, 2" and smaller, shall be manufactured by Watts or approved equal. C. Application: Check valves shall be placed at following locations within lift station valve vault: 1. Discharge pipe of combination air/vacuum valve 2. Discharge pipe of valve vault sump pump. 2.07 PRESSURE GAUGES Fort Worth Water Department 15100-5 Valves and Appurtenances Pressure gauges shall be 2" diameter, stainless steel, with '/a" NPT brass bottom connection with snubber, glycerin filled, 0 to 150 psi rating, mounted as shown on drawings. Pressure gauges shall be Ashcroft or approved equal. 2.08 CORPORATION STOPS Corporation stops shall be of bronze or brass and shall be designed and manufactured in accordance with AWWA Standard C800, except as modified 0" herein. Corporation stops shall have Mueller inlet threads except that corporation stops for use with service clamps shall have IPS threads. 2.09 MECHANICAL COUPLINGS A. Flanged Coupling Adaptors: Clow, Smith -Blair, JCM, or approved equal. B. Solid Sleeve Couplings: Clow F-2533, Smith Blair 441, JCM 210, or approved equal. B. Transition Sleeve Couplings: JCM 212, Smith Blair 441, Clow, or approved equal. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. All valves and appurtenances shall be installed in the locations shown, true to alignment and rigidly supported. Any damage to the above items shall be repaired to the satisfaction of the Engineer prior to installation. B. After installation, all valves and appurtenances shall be tested at the same duration and pressure as the piping system they are in. If any joint proves to be defective, it shall be repaired to the satisfaction of the Engineer. C. Install all brackets, extension rods, guides, and various types of operation and appurtenances as shown on the drawings. Before setting items, Contractor shall check all plans and figures which have a direct bearing on their location and he shall be responsible for the proper location of these valves and appurtenances during the construction of the structures. D. All materials shall be carefully inspected for defects in workmanship and materials, all debris and foreign material cleaned out of valve openings, etc; all operating mechanisms operated to check their proper functioning, and all nuts an bolts checked for tightness. Valves and other equipment which do not operate easily, or are otherwise defective, shall be repaired or replaced at no additional cost to the Owner. Fort Worth Water Department 15100 - 6 Valves and Appurtenances M 0 0 3.02 PAYMENT Valves shall be measured and paid per unit prices outlined in proposal and summary of work. The following Pay Items, which shall receive direct compensation per valve installed, have been included: A. 12" FL x FL gate valves in pump station building B. 12" FL x FL top mounted oil cushioned tilting disc check valves C. Buried 16" gate valve assemblies D. 2" combination air/vacuum valve assembly All other valves supplied to the project shall be considered subsidiary to the applicable work specified and shall receive no direct compensation. Fort Worth Water Department 15100 - 7 Valves and Appurtenances 0 ITEM 15140 SUPPORTS AND HANGARS PARTI GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK Provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and related items required to *� furnish and install all pipe hangers, brackets, saddles, clamps, and supports for all types of piping systems. Pipe hangers and supports shall be furnished complete with all necessary inserts, bolts, nuts, threaded rods, washers, and other accessories. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE Pipe supports and hangers shall be manufactured by a company regularly engaged in the production of pipe supports and hangers such as Elcen, Grime], B-Line System, or approved equal. 1.03 SUBMITTALS am The Contractor shall furnish Manufacturer's shop drawings clearly showing material sizes, types, styles, parts, catalog numbers, and complete details, including, but not limited to, location, lengths, and connection details. Shop drawings shall include the maximum load carrying capacity of the support and the support system arrangement. 1.04 DESIGN CONDITIONS A. In certain locations, pipe supports, anchors, and expansion joints have been shown on the drawings, but no effort has been made to indicate every pipe support, anchor, and expansion joint. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to provide a complete system of pipe supports, to provide expansion joints, and to anchor all piping, in accordance with this section. Additional pipe supports may be required adjacent to expansion joints or couplings. B. Concrete or fabricated steel supports shall be as indicated on the drawings, as specified in other sections, or, in the absence of such requirements, as permitted by the Engineer. C. All piping shall be rigidly supported and anchored so that there is no movement or visible sagging between supports. 0HIC1I L END Fort Worth Water Department 15140 - 1 Supports and Hangers PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. All hangers, supports, brackets, and clamps located in lift station wetwell shall be stainless steel. All hangers, supports, brackets, and clamps located in valve vault and electrical support structure may be standard weight galvanized steel. B. All vertical risers shall be supported by pipe riser clamps every eight feet maximum. C. Install supports and hangers to permit expansion and contraction of the 't piping system. When necessary to control expansion and contraction, piping shall be guided and firmly anchored. Anchors shall be approved by L the Engineer. No piping shall be self-supporting, nor shall it be supported from equipment connections. Shooting of anchors into concrete will not be allowed. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Concrete inserts or anchor bolts shall be used to support piping from new cast -in -place concrete. Expansion anchors shall be used to fasten supports to existing concrete or masonry. B. Design loads for inserts, brackets, clamps, supports, and other items shall not exceed the manufacturer's recommended loads. C. Pipe supports shall be manufactured for the size and type of pipe to which they are applied. 3.02 PAYMENT The work to be performed under this item shall be considered supplemental to the lump sum bid item for "Pump Station Mechanical Piping and Fittings" and "Meter Vault Assembly". Fort Worth Water Department 15140 - 2 Supports and Hangers City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 1 — GENERAL 1.01 GENERAL CONDITIONS SECTION 15900 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Page 1 of 3 A. Furnish and install ventilation system for the pump station. Furnish all work, labor, tools, superintendence, material, equipment, and operations necessary to provide for a complete and workable system as shown on the drawings and specified herein. B. It is the intent of the contract documents that upon completion of the mechanical work, the entire ventilation system shall be in a finished, workable condition. C. The mechanical equipment referred to in this section is shown on the mechanical drawings. D. Codes and ordinances having jurisdiction and specified codes shall serve as minimum requirements; but, if the Contract Documents indicate requirements which are in excess of those minimum requirements, then the requirements of the Contract Documents shall be followed. 1.02-SUBMITALS AND SHOP DRAWINGS A. Process catalog submittals for each item of mechanical equipment. Submit on the following: 1. Exhaust fans 2. Thermostats 3. Motorized dampers B. Submit shop drawings for the following: 1. Exhaust fan assemblies 2. Intake louver assemblies PART 2-PRODUCTS 1.01 FANS A. Exhaust fans shall be furnished in locations shown on the drawings and as scheduled. Furnish all pulleys, belts, and adjustable motor mounts. Motors shall be TEFC and shall have 1.15 SF, equal to Reliance "XT'. Furnish Greenheck or approved equal fans and accessories. B. Motorized backdraft dampers for intakes shall be as indicated on the drawings. Motorized backdraft damper shall have stainless steel axles with Teflon bearings. Motor operator shall be sized to operate the louver and shall have 25% extra torque over that required to operate the louver. Submit louver torque requirements with louver submittal. Motor operator shall be arranged to close upon energization and spring open upon City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 15900 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Page 2 of 3 de-energizition. Supply voltage shall be 120 vac. Furnish Barber -Coleman motor operators. C. Exhaust fan thermostat shall be 120 vac and shall be Sunne Controls #T115. PART 3-EXECUTION 3.01-INSTALLATION A. Install all equipment and materials as indicated on the Plans. Align materials and equipment in such manner as to eliminate undue stress on equipment and connections. B. Tighten all connectors to proper torques as specified herein or as specified by the manufacturer C. Provide all anchorage of materials and equipment as specified by the manufacturer or as shown in the Contract Documents. All hardware shall be 304 stainless steel. D. Provide waterproofing for wall mounted exhaust fan and each wall mounted intake louver. E. After systems have been cleaned and installed and are complete with all controls and accessories, etc., the Contractor shall adjust and test all systems for proper operation, air distribution, temperatures, noise, and vibration. F. Remove all temporary labels, dirt, paint, grease and stains from all exposed equipment. Upon completion of work, clean equipment and the entire installation so as to present a first class job suitable for occupancy. No loose parts or scraps of equipment shall be left on the premises. G. Equipment paint scars shall be repaired with paint kits supplied by the equipment manufacturer, or with an approved paint. H. Clean and vacuum interiors of each item or mechanical equipment. At completion of work, all equipment interiors shall be free from dust, dirt, and debris. 3.02-TESTING A. After system has been cleaned and installed and is complete with all controls and accessories, etc., the Contractor shall adjust and ventilation system proper operation, noise, and vibration. Provide all testing materials and products. All materials and products shall be approved for use by AABC or NEBB. Tests shall be made in the presence of the Owner and Engineer or their representatives. All testing equipment shall be furnished by the Contractor. Fan drive sheaves shall be changed if necessary to make final adjustments of total air quantities. 3.03-WORKNANSHIP AND GUARANTEE A. The workmanship throughout shall be of the highest grade and all equipment furnished shall be guaranteed against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of not less than one (1) year from date it is placed in operation. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 3.03-PAYMENT SECTION 15900 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Page 3 of 3 A. The ventilation equipment, work and materials to be furnished under this section of the specifications will not be paid for separately, but the cost thereof shall be included in the Proposal and Bid Schedule, Item No. 1. END OF SECTION .. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 GENERAL CONDITIONS SECTION 16010 Electrical General Provisions Page 1 of 8 A. The General Conditions and Requirements, Special Provisions, are hereby made a part of this Section. B. The Electrical Drawings and Specifications under this Section shall be made a part of the Contract Documents. The Drawings and Specifications of other sections of this contract, as well as supplements issued thereto, information to bidders and pertinent documents issued by the Owner's Representative are a part of these Drawings and Specifications and shall be complied with in every respect. All the above documents will be on file at the office of the Owner's representative and shall be examined by all the bidders. Failure to examine all documents shall not relieve the responsibility or be used as a basis for additional compensation. C. Furnish all work, labor, tools, superintendence, material, equipment and operations necessary to provide for a complete and workable electrical system as defined by the Contract Documents. D. Be responsible for visiting the site and checking the existing conditions. Ascertain the conditions to be met for installing the work and adjust bid accordingly, E. It is the intent of the Contract Documents that upon completion of the electrical work, the entire system shall be in a finished, workable condition. F. All work that may be called for in the Specifications but not shown on the Drawings, or, all work that may be shown on the Drawings but not called for in the Specifications, shall be performed by the Contractor as if described in both. Should work be required which is. not set forth in either document, but which work is nevertheless required for fulfilling of the intent thereof, then the Contractor shall perform all work as fully as if it were specifically set forth in the Contract Documents. G. The definition of terms used throughout the Contract Documents shall be as specified by the following agencies: 1. Underwriters Laboratories 2. National Electrical Manufacturers Association 3. American National Standards Institute 4. Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association 5. National Electrical Code 6. National Fire Protection Association H. The use of the terms "as (or where) indicated", "as (or where) shown", "as (or where) specified", or "as (or where) scheduled" shall be taken to mean that the reference is made to the Contract Documents, either on the Drawings or in the Specifications, or both documents. I. The use of the words "furnish", "provide", or "install" shall be taken to mean that the item or facility is to be both furnished and installed under Division 16, unless stated to the contrary that the item or facility is to be either furnished under another Division or under City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 another Contract, furnished under another Contract, of another Contract. 1.02 PERMITS AND CODES SECTION 16010 Electrical General Provisions Page 2 of 8 under this Division and installed under another Division or furnished and installed under another Division or under A. Secure all permits, licenses, and inspection as required by all authorities having jurisdiction. Give all notices and comply with all laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and contract requirements bearing on the work. B. The minimum requirements of the electrical system installation shall conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, as well as state and local codes. C. Codes and ordinances having jurisdiction and specified codes shall serve as minimum requirements, but, if the Contract Documents indicate requirements which are in excess of those minimum requirements, then the requirements of the Contract Documents shall be followed. Should there be any conflicts between the Contract Documents and codes, or any ordinances, report these with bid. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 STANDARDS A. All materials and equipment shall conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents. They shall be new, free from defects, and they shall conform to the following standards where these organizations have set standards: 1. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 2. National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA) 3. American National Standards Association (ANSI) 4. Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA) B. All material and equipment of the same class shall be supplied by the same manufacturer, unless specified to the contrary. C. All products shall bear UL labels where standards have been set for listing. All other products shall be UL labeled. Motor control centers, switchboards, and switchgear shall have UL labels by the manufacturer. Custom panels, modified motor starters, control panels, and instrument panels and the like shall be manufactured by a fabricator approved as a UL508A shop and shall bear a UL 508A (UL Industrial Control Panel) label. D. When the Contractor provides a product for this project he shall be bound by the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents and he shall agree to warrant and to be liable for the merchantability and fitness of his product to the applications to which his product is applied under the Contract Documents. 2.02 SHOP DRAWINGS AND SUBMITTALS A. Shop drawings and submittals shall comply with Section 01340 and as specified herein. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16010 Electrical General Provisions Page 3 of 8 B. Shop drawings shall be taken to mean detailed drawings with dimensions, schedules, weights, capacities, installation details and pertinent information that will be needed to describe the material or equipment in detail. C. Submittals shall be taken to mean catalog cuts, general descriptive information, catalog numbers and manufacturer's name. D. Submit for review all shop drawings and submittals as hereinbefore called for. E. Review of submittals or shop drawings shall not remove the responsibility for furnishing materials or equipment or proper dimensions, quantity and quality, nor will such review remove the responsibility for error in the shop drawings or submittals. F. Failure to process submittals or shop drawings on any item and/or items specified shall make the Contractor responsible for the suitability for the item and/or items, even though the item and/or items installed appear to comply with the Contract Documents. G. Assume all costs and liabilities which may result from the ordering of any material or equipment prior to the review of the shop drawings or submittals, and no work shall be done until the shop drawings or submittals have been reviewed. In case of correction or rejection, resubmit until such time as they are accepted by the Owner's Representative, and such procedures will not be cause for delay. H. Submittals and shop drawings shall be compiled from the manufacturer's latest product data. Should there be any conflicts between this data and the Contract Documents, report this information for each submittal and/or shop drawing. I. Shop drawings and submittals will be returned and unchecked if the specific items proposed are not clearly marked, or if the General Contractor's approval stamp is omitted. J. When requested, furnish samples of materials for acceptance review. If a sample has been reviewed and accepted, then that item of material or equipment installed on the job shall be equal to the sample; if it is found that the installed item is not equal, then replace all such items with the accepted sample equivalent. 2.03 ACCEPTANCE AND SUBSTITUTIONS A. All manufacturers named are a basis as a standard of quality and substitutions of any equal product will be considered for acceptance. The judgement of equality of product substitution shall be made by the Engineer. B. Substitutions after award of Contract shall be made only within sixty (60) days after the notice to proceed. Furnish all required supporting data. The submittal of substitutions for review shall not be cause for time extensions. C. Where substitutions are offered, the substituted product shall meet the product performance as set forth in the specified manufacturer's current catalog literature, as well as meeting the details of the Contract Documents. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16010 Electrical General Provisions Page 4 of 8 D. The details on the drawings and the requirements of the Specifications are based on the first listed material or equipment. If any other than the first listed material or equipment is furnished, then assume responsibility for the correct function, operation, and accommodation of the substituted item. in the event of misfits or changes in work required, either in this section or other sections of the Contract, or in both, bear all costs in connection with all changes arising out of the use of other than the first listed item specified. E. Substitutions of products under other sections may occur. Make necessary adjustments and additions to work under Division 16 to accommodate those substitutions. Such adjustments and additions shall be performed in compliance with Division 16 Specifications at no additional charge. F. Energy efficiency of each item of power consuming equipment shall be considered one of the standards for evaluation. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 CUTTING AND PATCHING A. Cutting and patching required under this section shall be done in a neat workmanlike manner. Cutting lines shall be uniform and smooth. B. Use concrete saws for large cuts in concrete and use core drills for small round cuts in concrete. C. Where openings are cut through masonry walls, provide lintel or other structural support to protect the remaining masonry. Adequate support shall be provided during the cutting operation to prevent damage to masonry. D. Where large openings are cut through metal surfaces, attach metal angle around the opening. E. Patch concrete openings that are to be filled with nonshrinking cementing compound. Finish concrete patching shall be troweled smooth and shall be uniform with surrounding surfaces. 3.02 WATERPROOFING Provide waterproof flashing for each penetration of exterior walls and roofs. 3.03 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS A. Except where specifically noted or shown, the locations and elevations of equipment are approximate and are subject to small revisions as may prove necessary or desirable at the time the work is installed. Locations changed substantially from that shown on the drawings shall be confirmed with the Engineer in advance of construction. o City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16010 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Electrical General Provisions August, 2005 Page 5 of 8 B. Where equipment is being furnished under another Division, request from Engineer an accepted drawing that will show exact dimensions of required locations or connections. Install the required facilities to the exact requirements of the accepted drawings. C. All work shall be done in the best and most workmanlike manner by qualified, careful electricians who are skilled in their trade. The standards of work required throughout shall be of the first class only. D. Unless shown in detail, the Drawings are diagrammatic and do not necessarily give exact details as to elevations and routing of raceways, nor do they show all offsets and fittings; nevertheless, install the raceway system to conform to the structural and mechanical conditions of the construction. E. Holes for raceway penetration into sheet metal cabinets and boxes shall be accurately made with an approved tool. Cutting openings with a torch or other device that produces a jagged, rough cut will not be acceptable. F. Cabling inside equipment shall be carefully routed, trained and laced. Cables so placed that they obstruct equipment devices will not be acceptable. G. Equipment shall be set level and plumb. Supporting devices installed shall be set and so braced that equipment is held in a rigid, tight -fitting manner. 3.04 EQUIPMENT PROTECTION A. Provide suitable protection for all equipment, work and property against damage during construction. B. Assume full responsibility for material and equipment stored at the site. C. Conduit openings shall be closed with caps or plugs during installation and made watertight. All outlet boxes and cabinets shall be kept free of concrete, plaster, dirt and debris. D. Equipment shall be covered and tightly sealed against entrance of dust, dirt and moisture. E. All dry -type transformers prior to energization shall be protected against moisture and dirt absorption by a suitable covering. Also, maintain heat inside the covering by means of 100 watt minimum lamps. F. Interiors of and motor control centers shall be kept clean and dry prior to energization. Maintain heat inside each unit with one (1) 100 watt lamp located at bottom of each vertical section or energize section space heaters. 3.05 COOPERATION WITH WORK UNDER OTHER DIVISIONS A. Cooperate with all other trades so as to facilitate the general progress of their work. Allow all other trades every reasonable opportunity for the installation of their work and the storage of their materials. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16010 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Electrical General Provisions August, 2005 Page 6 of 8 B. The work under this section shall follow the general building construction closely. Set all pipe sleeves, inserts, etc., and see that openings for chases, pipes, etc.., are provided -- before concrete is placed or masonry installed. C. Work with other trades in determining exact locations of outlets, conduits, fixtures, and pieces of equipment to avoid interference with lines as required to maintain proper installation of other work. D. Make such progress in work that will not delay the work of other trades. Schedule the work so that completion dates as established by the Engineer are met. Furnish sufficient labor or work overtime to accomplish these requirements if directed to do so. 3.06 INSTALLATION OF WORK UNDER ANOTHER DIVISION A. Verify the electrical capacities of all motors and electrical equipment furnished under other sections, or furnished by the Owner, and request wiring information from the Engineer if wiring requirements are different from that specified under this Section. Do not make rough -ins until equipment verification has been received. B. Install all motors, controllers, terminal boxes, pilot devices, and miscellaneous items of electrical equipment that are not integrally mounted with the equipment furnished under other divisions. All such equipment shall be securely mounted and adequately supported in a neat and workmanlike manner. 3.07 CHANGE ORDERS A. In the event change orders are prepared, they shall each be itemized as to quantities in addition to labor, materials, and overhead. B. Pricing of change orders shall be done in compliance with the latest edition of "Means Electrical Cost Data" and pricing shall not exceed values tabulated therein. 3.08 CONTINUOUS SERVICE A. Continuous service shall be maintained on all existing circuits and equipment affected by the work shown on the Contract Documents, except where the Owner will permit outage for a specific time. Obtain Owner's written permission before removing any circuit from continuous service. Where duration of proposed outage cannot be tolerated by the Owner, provide temporary connections or portable generators as required to maintain service. B. Remove all existing electrical equipment and materials made obsolete by the work called for in the Plans and Specifications (including the Civil Drawings). All obsolete exposed conduit and wiring shall be removed back to the source or point of concealment. If removed back to point of concealment, the conduit shall be capped and identified with a permanent tag as to destination. Obsolete wiring shall be removed back to source. Obsolete Breakers in panelboards shall be marked as spares in directory and obsolete units in motor control centers shall be marked as spare with permanent engraved nameplates that match existing nameplates. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 an August, 2005 3.09 CLEAN-UP SECTION 16010 Electrical General Provisions Page 7 of 8 A. Remove all temporary labels, dirt, paint, grease and stains from all exposed equipment. Upon completion of work, clean equipment and the entire installation so as to present a first class job suitable for occupancy. No loose parts or scraps of equipment shall be left on the premises. B. Equipment paint scars shall be repaired with paint kits supplied by the equipment manufacturer or with an approved paint. C. Clean interiors of each item of electrical equipment. At completion of work all equipment interiors shall be free from dust, dirt and debris. 3.10 TESTS A. Test all systems furnished under Division 16 and repair or replace all defective work. Make all necessary adjustments to the systems and instruct the Owner's personnel in the proper operation of the system. B. Make all circuit breaker and protective relay adjustments and settings. C. Make the following minimum tests and checks prior to energizing the electrical equipment: 1. Check all wire and cable terminations for tightness. 2. Test all wiring as specified in 16120. 3. Test grounding system as specified in Section 16450. 4. Set all transformer taps as required to obtain the proper secondary voltage. 5. Carefully check all interlocking, control and instrument wiring for each system to ascertain that the system will function properly as indicated by schematics, wiring diagrams, or as specified herein. 6. Mechanical inspection of all low voltage circuit breakers, disconnect switches, motor starters, control equipment, etc. for proper operation. 7. Provide all instruments and equipment required for the above tests. 3.11 RECORD DRAWINGS A. At the start and during the progress of the job, keep one separate set of blue -line prints for making construction notes and mark-ups. B. Show conduit routing and wiring runs as constructed and identify each. C. Record all deviations from the Contract Documents. D. Submit set of marked -up drawings for review. The final payment will not be made until the review is complete. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16010 Electrical General Provisions Page 8 of 8 3.12 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS A. Six (6) weeks prior to the completion of the project, compile an Operations and Maintenance Manual on each item of equipment. These manuals shall include detailed instructions and maintenance as well as spare parts lists. B. Submit copies for review as hereinbefore specified. C. Preliminary Operations and Maintenance Manuals shall be included with the initial shipments. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16110 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Raceways August, 2005 Page 1 of 8 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. This section shall include raceways, enclosures, supporting devices ancillary fittings and appurtenances. Furnish and install the complete raceway systems as shown on the Drawings and as specified herein. B. Raceway is a broad -scope term that shall be defined by the National Electrical Code under Article 100. 1.02 APPLICATIONS A. Except as otherwise shown on the Drawings, or otherwise specified, conduit raceways shall be of the following type: 1. All underground conduit runs shall be made with schedule 40 PVC. Bends to grade shall be made with plastic coated rigid galvanized steel conduit. 2. Exposed power and control and instrumentation conduit shall be rigid aluminum conduit. 1.03 SUBMITTALS AND SHOP DRAWINGS A. Process catalog submittals for the following: 1. Rigid Metallic Aluminum Conduit 2. Plastic Jacketed Rigid Steel Conduit 3. Rigid Non -Metallic Conduit 4. Liquid -tight Flexible Conduit 5. Liquid -tight Fittings 6. Conduit Bushings 7. Conduit Bodies 8. Conduit Sealing Fittings 9. Cast Metal Boxes 10. Tape Products 11. Wiring Devices 12. Supporting Devices 13. Labels 14. Grounding Devices 15. Foam Sealant PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 RACEWAYS A. Rigid metallic aluminum conduit shall be manufactured of 6063 alloy, T-1 temper, with no more than 0.02% copper content. All conduit couplings shall be threaded aluminum. All such conduit shall be listed with UL and comply with UL-6 and ANSI C80.5. Aluminum conduit shall be Indalex, Hydroaluminum, or equal. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16110 Raceways Page 2 of 8 B. Rigid metallic steel conduit shall be hot -dip galvanized inside and outside and over threads. All such conduit shall comply with U.L. Standard UL-6, Federal Specification WWC-581-D, ANSI C90.1, and NEMA RN1-1980. Furnish Wheatland, Allied or equal. C. Plastic coated rigid steel conduit shall consist of rigid steel body that complies with above specifications for rigid metallic steel conduit, plus conduit shall have 40 mil thick heat -fused PVC over outside and 2 mil coat of fully catalyzed phenolic inside. The inside coat shall have the chemical resistance of the outer coating and shall not dissolve in lacquer thinner. All couplings shall be equipped with PVC sleeves that extend one pipe diameter or 2", whichever is less, beyond the end of the coupling. All plastic coated conduit shall conform to NEMA Standard #RNI-1974 (Type A) and such conduit shall be Robroy "Plastibond Red", or equal. D. Non-metallic rigid conduit shall be Schedule 40 PVC. Such conduit shall be UL listed for 90 degrees C and shall conform to NEMA TC-2 and UL-651 standards. Furnish Carlon, Cantex, or equal. Furnish manufacturer's approved solvent for joining couplings. E. Liquid -tight flexible conduit shall consist of hot -dipped galvanized, flexible interlocking steel core with thermoplastic cover, integral copper ground wire (through 1-1/4" trade size) and shall be Anaconda Sealtite or equal. 2.02 CONDUIT FITTINGS A. NEMA 4 locknuts for rigid metallic conduit shall consist of galvanized steel body with neoprene sealing ring. Furnish Crouse -Hinds, T&B, or equal. B. NEMA 1 locknuts for rigid metallic conduits shall be galvanized steel for use with galvanized steel conduit and hardened aluminum for use with aluminum conduit. C. Conduit field -applied hubs for sheet metal enclosures shall be aluminum body with recessed neoprene sealing ring, threaded NPT insert, and shall be, T&B 370 AL series, or equal products by OZ/Gedney. D. Conduit hubs for non-metallic enclosures shall be fiberglass polyester reinforced with galvanized steel core, complete with locknut and grounding bushing. All such hubs shall be Crouse -Hinds Type NHU, or equal. E. Rigid metallic conduit chase nipples, split couplings, slip fittings, unions, reducers, and enlargers, shall be hot -dip or mechanically galvanized malleable iron. F. Rigid metallic conduit short els and long els shall be hot -dip galvanized malleable iron with NPT threaded hubs and male ends. Throats shall be smooth and free from burrs. All such fittings shall be OZ/Gedney Type "9" Series, Appleton, or equal. G. Rigid metallic conduit split couplings shall have threaded body with split tightening shelves with neoprene sandwich. Furnish malleable iron mechanically galvanized body. Such fittings shall be OZ type "SSP", or equal. H. Rigid metallic conduit grounding bushings shall be aluminum body with threaded hub, bakelite insulated throat, and tin-plated copper ground lug. Furnish OZ/Gedney type ABLG, or equal. ZA City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16110 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Raceways August, 2005 Page 3 of 8 I. Liquid -tight flexible conduit fittings shall be hot -dip galvanized steel body with internal locking ring and ground cone plus external ground wire fitting. Furnish straight or angle connectors as required. All such connectors shall be OZ/Gedney 4Q series, or equal. Rigid metallic conduit expansion/deflection fittings shall consist of galvanized malleable iron hubs with heat -fused epoxy coating, flexible neoprene joining sleeve banded to hubs with stainless steel bands, and with internal bonding jumper and guide cones. Furnish Crouse -Hinds type "XD" or equal. K. Rigid metallic conduit expansion fittings shall consist of metallic barrel joined to hubs at each end. One hub shall be threaded to barrel and other hub shall have slip fit to allow up to four (4") inches of conduit lateral movement. Provide external bonding jumper for each expansion joint. Furnish Crouse -Hinds type "XJ", OZ Type "AX", or equal. L. Conduit waterstops for sealing inside of conduit runs shall consist of aluminum pressure discs with sandwiched neoprene seal and with 316 stainless steel hardware. Furnish OZ/Gedney type "CS" series products, as indicated. 2.03 CONDUIT BODIES AND BOXES A. Conduit bodies such as "C", "LB", "T" and the like pulling fittings shall be zinc coated with malleable iron or aluminum (material shall match conduit). Covers for damp and/or wet location use shall be gasketed cast metal with "wedge -nut" clamps. Covers for dry locations shall be cast aluminum and hardware shall be 316 stainless steel. All covers shall be equipped with clamp type clevises. Furnish Crouse -Hinds Form 7, or Appleton Form "FM7" products. B. Conduit bodies for use in corrosive areas shall be as specified above but shall have 40 mil plastic coated PVC jacket and 2 mil interior coating as specified for plastic coated rigid steel conduit. Furnish Robroy Plasti-bond Red fittings or equal. C. Conduit bodies such as "GUA", "GUAT', "GOAL", and the like pulling/splicing fittings shall be cast aluminum with threaded cast aluminum covers. All such conduit bodies shall be Killark "GE" series, or equal products by Crouse -Hinds or Appleton. D. Cast metal outlet boxes, pullboxes, and junction boxes whose volume is smaller than 100 cubic inches, and cast metal device boxes, shall be sand-cast, copper -free aluminum or zinc coated sand-cast malleable iron. All boxes shall have threaded hubs. Furnish Crouse -Hinds "FD" style condulets, Appleton "FD" style Unilets, or equal. E. Covers for cast metal boxes shall be gasketed cast metal covers with 316 stainless steel screws and shall be suitable for use in wet or damp locations. 2.04 PULL AND JUNCTION BOXES A. Pullboxes and junction boxes whose volume is less than 100 cubic inches shall be furnished as specified hereinbefore except where sheet metal types are shown, in which case, furnish such sheet metal enclosures in NEMA 4X 304 stainless steel construction with gasketed covers of same material. City of Ft. Worth - Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16110 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Raceways August, 2005 Page 4 of 8 B. Pullboxes and junction boxes whose volume is 100 cubic inches and greater shall be NEMA 4X 304 grade stainless steel type with gasketed stainless steel covers. Provide print pocket and interior back panel for mounting of terminal strips where terminal strips are called for on the drawings. Sheet metal boxes shall be as manufactured by Hoffman or equal. _ C. Covers for sheetmetal pullboxes and junction boxes over 100 cubic inches (and for smaller sized where shown) shall have hinged doors. All hardware shall be stainless steel. D. Cast metal junction boxes shall be cast aluminum type with gasketed, cast metal covers and with stainless steel cover screws. -- 2.05 LABELS A. Buried conduit marking tape for marking path of secondary buried conduits shall be four (4") inch nominal width strip of polyethylene with highly visible, repetitive marking "BURIED CONDUIT' or similar language, repeated along its length. B. Voltage warning labels for cabinets shall be waterproof vinyl strips with adhesive back and shall have "DANGER (VOLTAGE) - DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER BEFORE ENTERING". Letters shall be highly visible red color on white background. 2.06 SUPPORTING DEVICES A. Mounting hardware, nuts, bolts, lockwashers, and washers, shall be Grade 304 stainless steel. B. Unless otherwise indicated, channel framing and supporting devices shall be -w manufactured of ASTM 6063, TO6 grade aluminum; 1-5/8" wide x 3-1/4" deep (double opening type). Clamp nuts for use with channels shall be grade 304 stainless steel. C. Where indicated, furnish grade 304 stainless steel slotted channel members 1-5/8" wide x 1-5/8" deep or 1 5/8" x 3 1/4" deep, double-faced type. All hardware and conduit clamps shall be grade 316 stainless steel. D. Conduit clamp supports for terminating conduits onto cable trays shall be mechanically galvanized malleable iron with adjustable angle clamp. Fittings shall be provided with 316 stainless steel hardware. Furnish OZ/Gedney type CTC products. E. All such channel members and fittments shall be B-Line, Unistrut or equal. F. Conduit straps, and associated nuts, lockwashers and bolts for use with channels shall be 304 stainless steel with 316 stainless steel hardware. Furnish B-Line products or equal. G. After -set concrete inserts (drilled expansion shields "D.E.S.") shall consist of two types. For anchors to accommodate 5/16" diameter bolts and smaller, provide HILTI "HDI" series 304 stainless steel anchors. For anchors to accommodate 3/8" diameter and larger bolts, provide HILTI "HVA" series with 316 stainless steel threaded inserts. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16110 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Raceways August, 2005 Page 5 of 8 H. Hanger rod shall be 3/8" minimum diameter Type 304 stainless steel all -thread. 1. One hole conduit clamps shall be two piece nest -back or clamp -back type constructed of cast malleable iron or copper -free aluminum. The material shall match the conduit. Furnish Crouse -Hinds series 500 clamp + series CB spacer, OZ/Gedney 14G clamp + series 141G spacer + series 141NG nest -back (if required) or T&B 1270/1280 series clamp + 1350 series spacer. Add suffix "AL" to T&B part number for aluminum conduit. J. Conduit beam clamps shall be hot -dip galvanized malleable iron and shall be as follows: TYPE MANUFACTURER Right Angle OZ/Gedney Type "UBCG", or equal. Parallel OZ/Gedney Type "UPCG", or equal. Edge OZ/Gedney Type "UECG", or equal. K. Hanger rod beam clamps shall be clamp type with hardened steel, bolt, Steel City "500" Series, Crouse -Hinds type "MW", or equal. Furnish swivel stud for each rod make- up. L. Conduit "J" hangers shall consist of steel straddle with detachable bolt. Finish shall be electro-galvanized. Furnish Kindorf type "C-149", Unistrut "J-1200" Series, or equal. M. Conduit "U" bolts shall be hot -dip galvanized steel with 304 stainless steel hex -head bolts. N. Equipment stands for supporting devices such as control stations, device boxes and the like, shall consist of a welded structural steel c-channel and plate steel floor plate as detailed on the drawings. Equipment stands shall be hot -dipped galvanized after fabrication. 2.07 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIAL A. Double bushings for insulating wiring through sheet metal panels shall consist of mating male and female threaded phenolic bushings. Phenolic insulation shall be high -impact thermosetting plastic rated 150 degrees C. Furnish OZ Type "ABB", or equal. B. Conduit pull -cords for use in empty raceways shall be glass -fiber reinforced tape with foot -marked identification along its length. Furnish Thomas, Greenlee, or equal products. C. Conduit thread coating compound shall be conductive, non -galling, and corrosion - inhibiting. Furnish Crouse- Hinds Type "STL", Appleton Type "ST', or equal. D. Plastic compound for field -coating of ferrous material products shall be PVC in liquid form that sets -up semi- hard upon curing. Furnish Rob Roy "Rob Kote", or equal. ANA E. Zinc spray for coating galvanized steel threads shall be Research Laboratory type "LPS", Mobil "Zinc -Spray" or equal conductive zinc -rich spray enamel product. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16110 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Raceways August, 2005 Page 6 of 8 F. Foam sealant for waterproofing uses shall be AV280 Hydrofoam by Avanti International of Webster, Tx, or equal. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 RACEWAYS A. Install the conduit system to provide the facility with the utmost degree of reliability and maintenance free operation. The conduit system shall have the appearance of having been installed by competent workmen. Kinked conduit, conduit inadequately supported or carelessly installed, do not give such reliability and maintenance free operation and will not be accepted. B. Raceways shall be installed for all wiring runs, except as otherwise indicated. C. Conduit sizes, where not indicated, shall be N.E.C. code -sized to accommodate the number and diameter of wires to be pulled into the conduit. Unless otherwise indicated, 314" trade -size shall be minimum size conduit. D. Unless otherwise noted, conduit runs shall be installed exposed. Such runs shall be made parallel to the lines of the structure. Conduit shall be installed such that it does not create a tripping hazard or an obstruction for headroom. E. All runs of rigid conduit shall be threaded, and all male threads shall be coated with non - galling thread compound prior to assembly. F. Plastic coated metallic conduit lengths shall be joined with threaded metallic coupling that shall be each equipped with a 40 mil thickness sleeve that shall extend over the threads of the joined conduit. Each joint shall be watertight. G. Field -cut threads in runs of plastic coated metallic conduit shall be cut with a special die that has rear reamed out oversize so as to slip over plastic coating. Do not attempt to cut threads on plastic coated conduit with regular dies, whereby plastic coating is skinned back to allow the incorrect die to be used. Coat all field -cut threads with cold - galvanizing spray, use two coats to provide 1-mil minimum coating thickness. H. Conduit runs made in concrete pours or surface -mounted runs that are attached to the structure, shall be equipped with an expansion/deflection fitting where they cross an expansion joint, or at every 100 feet. 1. Unless otherwise shown, conduit penetrations through floors located below enclosures, shall be made each with couplings set flush with the outside faces of the concrete pour. Each pair of couplings shall be joined with a threaded spool piece. Use coated aluminum or galvanized steel couplings. J. Rigid metallic conduit runs shall have their couplings and connections made with screwed fittings and shall be made up wrench -tight. Check all threaded conduit joints prior to wire pull. Coat all male threads with Crouse -Hinds "STL" or equal, conductive lubricant prior to joining. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16110 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Raceways August, 2005 Page 7 of 8 K. All conduit runs shall be watertight over their lengths of run, except where drain fittings are indicated. In which cases, install specified drain fittings. L. Plastic jacketed flexible steel conduit shall be used to connect wiring to motors, limit switches, bearing thermostats, and other devices that may have to be removed for servicing. Unless otherwise indicated, maximum lengths of flex shall be three (3') feet. M. Where plastic jacketed flex is installed, make up terminal ends with liquid -tight flex connectors. In wet locations, install sealing gaskets on each threaded male connector. Each flex connector shall be made-up tightly so that the minimum pull-out resistance is at least 150 lbs. Install external spirally -wrapped ground wire around each run of liquid - tight flex and bond each end to specified grounding -type fittings. N. Empty conduits shall have pull -ropes installed. Identify each terminus as to location of other end and trade size of conduit. Use blank plastic waterproof write -on label and write information on each label with waterproof ink. Pull a mandrel through each conduit to check and clear blockage before installing pull -rope. Owner's representative shall witness test. Provide documentation that all conduits are clear and ready for future use. Cap exposed ends of empty conduit with threaded plugs. O. Conduit runs into boxes, cabinets and enclosures shall be set in a neat manner. Vertical runs shall be set plumb. Conduits set cocked or out of plumb will not be acceptable. P. Conduit entrances into equipment shall be carefully planned. Cutting away of enclosure structure, torching out sill or braces, and removal of enclosure structural members, will not be acceptable. Q. Use approved hole cutting tools for entrances into sheet metal enclosure. Use of cutting torch or incorrect tools will not be acceptable. Holes shall be cleanly cut and they shall be free from burrs, jagged edges, and torn metal. R. All raceways shall be swabbed clean after installation. There shall be no debris left inside. All interior surfaces shall be smooth and free from burrs and defects that would injure wire insulation. 3.02 CONDUIT BODIES AND BOXES A. Conduit bodies such as "LB", "T", "GUAT", etc., shall be installed in exposed runs of conduit wherever indicated and where required to overcome obstructions and to provide pulling access to wiring. Covers for such fittings shall be accessible and unobstructed by the adjacent construction. GUA series pulling bodies rather than LB fittings and the like, shall be used for splicing purposes as well as pulling access. B. Covers for all conduit bodies shall be installed with gasketed cast metal type where located in damp or wet locations. C. All conduit boxes installed whose inside volume is less than 100 cubic inches shall be cast metal type with gasketed cast metal cover, unless otherwise indicated. xV F. ok.,11b, TEX. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16110 Raceways Page 8 of 8 D. All conduit boxes whose inside volume exceeds 100 cubic inches shall be sheet metal type except where gasketed cast metal type, stainless steel or fiberglass reinforced polyester are indicated. 3.03 RACEWAY SUPPORT A. All raceway systems shall be adequately and safely supported. Loose, sloppy and inadequately supported raceways will not be acceptable. Supports shall be installed at intervals not greater than those set forth by the NEC, unless shorter intervals are otherwise indicated, or unless conditions require shorter intervals of supports. B. Multiple runs of surface mounted conduit on concrete or masonry surfaces shall be supported off the surface by means of aluminum channels. Attach each slotted channel support to concrete surface by means of two (2) 1/4" diameter stainless steel bolts into drilled expansion shields. C. Single runs of surface mounted conduit on concrete or masonry surfaces shall be supported with hot -dipped malleable iron conduit clamps and nest -back spacers. Furnish plastic coated malleable iron conduit clamps and nest backs where corrosive areas are called out. D. Conduit runs that are installed along metallic structures shall be supported by means of hot -dipped galvanized beam clamps as specified herein. 3.04 LABELING A. In addition to labeling requirements as specified throughout this and other Sections, install wiring and raceway labeling as follows: 1. Apply write -on identification to empty conduits to identify each conduit as to terminus of other end and also to identify trade size of conduit. 2. Where active conduits terminate into bottoms of motor control centers, install label on each conduit terminus and show number and size of wiring and function of circuitry and trade size of conduit. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16120 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Wire and Cable August, 2005 Page 1 of 5 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE This section shall include wire and cable, terminating devices, splice kits, labeling, and appurtenances. 1.02 SUBMITTALS AND SHOP DRAWINGS Process catalog submittals for the following: 1. Power and control cable 2. Instrument cable 3. Conductor Connectors 4. Tape Products 5. Labels PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 WIRE AND CABLE A. All conductors shall be soft -drawn annealed copper, Class B stranding that meets ASTM B-8. Copper conductors shall be uncoated, except as otherwise specified. B. Single conductor cable for power, control, and branch circuits shall have cross -linked polyethylene insulation, rated for 600 volts. Cable shall be NEC type XHHW. All such cable shall be rated for wet or dry use. Cable insulation shall be color coded with factory pigmented colors below size #6 awg. Color coding shall be as specified under Part 3 of this section. Cable shall be as manufacturered by Southwire or equal. C. Instrument cable for analog circuits, shall be # 16 awg, twisted shielded pairs or triads with PVC insulation and overall jacket. Cable assembly shall be rated for 600 volts, wet or dry locations. Furnish Okonite "Okoseal-N Type P-OS" or approved equal. D. Single conductor cable for 24 volt do control shall be minimum size #16. Furnish MTW type insulation for panel wiring and THWN insulation for field wiring in conduits. E. Ground mat and associated upcomers and grounding conductors shall be tin-plated stranded copper. F. Cable for RS485 applications shall be Belden #9841. 2.02 CONNECTORS A. Mechanical connectors for 600V class wiring shall be tin-plated copper alloy bolted pressure type with bronze tin-plated hardware. Furnish connectors as follows: TYPE MANUFACTURER & TYPE Single conductor Blackburn LH to flat -plate connector City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 August, 2005 Multiple conductor to flat -plate connector Split -bolt connector Two -bolt parallel connector with spacer Cross Connector Splice Connector Flush ground connector Blackburn L2H, L3H, L4H Blackburn HPS Blackburn 26PW Blackburn XT Blackburn S OZ Type "VG" SECTION 16120 Wire and Cable Page 2of5 B. Insulated spring wire connectors, "wire -nuts", for small building wire taps and splices shall be plated spring steel with thermoplastic jacket and pre -filled sealant. Connector shall be rated for 600 volts, 75 degrees C continuous. Furnish King Technology, or equal. C. Connectors for control conductor connections to screw terminals shall be crimp -type with vinyl insulated barrel and tin-plated copper ring -tongue style connector. Furnish T&B "Sta-Kon", 3M "Scotchlok", or equal. D. Terminal strips for miscellaneous field terminations of control and instrumentation circuits shall consist of 12 point box lug terminals with marking surface. Terminal assembly shall accept #18 to #12 awg and shall be rated 600 volts. Furnish Allen- Bradley #1492-HJ812 terminal blocks. 2.03 INSULATING PRODUCTS A. Tape products shall be furnished as hereinafter specified and shall be Plymouth/Bishop, 3M, or equal. B. General purpose electrical tape shall be 7 mil thick stretchable vinyl plastic, pressure adhesive type, Plymouth/Bishop Premium 111, 3M Scotch 33+, or equal. C. Insulating void -filling tape and high voltage bedding tape shall be stretchable ethylene propylene rubber with high -tack and fast fusing surfaces. Tape shall be rated for 90 degrees C continuous, 130 degrees C overload, and shall be moisture -proof. Void filling tape shall be Plymouth/Bishop W363 Plysafe, 3M Scotch 23, or equal. D. High temperature protective tape shall be rated 1800C continuous indoor/outdoor, stretchable, self -bonding silicone rubber. High temperature tape shall be Plymouth/Bishop 20 Plysil, 3M Scotch 70, or equal. E. Insulation putty filler -tape shall be Plymouth/Bishop 125 Filler Tape, 3M Scotchfill, or equal. F. Arc and fireproofing tape shall be Plymouth/Bishop 20 Plysil, 3M Scotch #70 or equal. to City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16120 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Wire and Cable August, 2005 Page 3 of 5 2.04 LABELS A. Colored banding tape shall be 5 mil stretchable vinyl with permanent solid color. Colors shall be as hereinafter specified. Tape shall be Plymouth/Bishop Premium 37, 3M Scotch #35, or equal. B. Numbered wire marking labels shall be PVC sleeve -type markers, T&B, Brady or equal. C. Cable identification ties shall be weather resistant polyester with blank write -on space, T&B, Brady or equal. 2.05 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIAL A. Cable grips shall be grip -type wire mesh with machined metal support. Furnish Kellems, Appleton, or equal products. B. Wire pulling compound shall be non -injurious to insulation and to conduit and shall be lubricating, non- crumbling, and non-combustible. Furnish Gedney "Wire -Quick", Ideal "Yellow" or equal. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 POWER AND CONTROL CABLE A. Power and control conductors shall be sized as shown and where no size is indicated, the conductor size shall be #12 awg for power circuits #14 awg for 120 vac control circuits, and #16 awg for instrumentation circuits. B. Equipment grounding conductors shall be installed with type XHHW or THHN insulated stranded copper conductors and the insulation color shall be green in sizes up to and including #10 awg. C. Color coding shall be as follows. Non -factory color coded cables shall be marked with specified color tape. Use the following colors: CONDUCTOR 120/208V 480V SYSTEMS SYSTEMS Phase A or L1 Black Brown Phase B or L2 Red Orange Phase C Blue Yellow Neutral White N/A Ground Green Green D. Branch circuits may be spliced for receptacle, lighting and small appliance load inside appropriate junction boxes. Feeders shall be installed without splice. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16120 Wire and Cable Page 4 of 5 E. Except as otherwise specified, taps and splices with #10 AWG and smaller, shall be made with insulated spring wire connectors. Such connectors in damp or wet locations shall be waterproofed by filling interstices around wires with silicone rubber and further insulating with an envelope of stretched piece of EPR tape around each wire. Then, apply one-half lapped layer of electrical tape over all. F. Motor connections made with #10 AWG and smaller wire shall be made up with set - screwed copper lugs with threaded -on insulating jacket. After make-up of each connector, install two (2) layers half -lapped, of high temperature tape over connector barrel and down one (1 ") inch over wires. G. Taps, splices, and connections in #8 AWG and larger wires shall be made with copper alloy bolted pressure connectors. Each such connector shall be insulated by means of applying insulation putty over sharp edges so as to present a smooth bonding surface. Next, apply at least four (4) layers, half -lapped each layer of EPR tape. Then, make final wrapping of at least three (3) layers, half -lapped each layer of electrical tape. H. Control wiring connections to stud type and screw type terminals shall be made with ring -tongue type crimp connectors. Label each terminal jacket with wire marking label at each connection. 1. Each wire connection shall be made up tightly so that resistance of connection is as low as equivalent length of associated conductor resistance. J. Numbered marking labels shall be installed to identify circuit numbers from panelboards. Install labels on each wire in each panelboard, junction, pullbox and device connection. K. Label each wiring run with write -on waterproof labels inside motor control center. Install write -on label ties around wire group at conduit entrance and write -on label the wire size, conduit size and service. L. Install PVC sleeve type numbered marking on each control wire termination at each terminal strip and at each device. Do this in motor control center, terminal cabinets, safety switches, remote controllers, pilot operators, and instrumentation equipment. Number selected shall correspond to number on terminal strip. M. All wiring inside equipment enclosures shall be neatly trained and laced with nylon tie - wraps. 3.02 INSTRUMENTATION WIRING A. All 4-20mA analog pairs shall have shields grounded at the instrumentation panel and insulated on the field end unless otherwise required by instrument supplier. Single point grounding shall be maintained. 3.03 GROUND WIRING A. Each item of equipment shall be adequately and thoroughly grounded. Comply with Article 250 of N.E.C., except where higher standards of grounding have been specified. In addition to requirements as specified under Section 16450, install grounding for general wiring systems as follows. so City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16120 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Wire and Cable August, 2005 Page 5 of 5 B. Equipment grounding conductors (EGC) shall be installed in each run of power and control conduits. These wires shall be green colored in sizes #6 AWG and smaller and green banded in larger sizes. Ground wires shall be type THHN or XHHW insulated copper wires. C. EGC runs into equipment shall be grounded to equipment bus where available, or to equipment ground lugs. D. Where grounding type bushings are installed, bond EGC thereto, and furthermore, ground each bushing lug to equipment ground bus or ground lug, or ground rod. E. In each motor terminal box, install equipment ground lug and connect EGC thereto. 3.04 LABELING A. In addition to labeling requirements as specified throughout this Section, install wiring and raceway labeling as follows: 1. Apply numbered wire marking labels to control wiring terminations for each termination in each item of equipment. Use PVC sleeve type labels. 2. Apply numbered wire marking labels to power and control wiring terminations in motor control centers, panelboards, and at outlets, to identify circuit numbers. Use PVC sleeve type labels. 3. Apply numbered wire marking labels to each signal wire termination in each instrument junction box, and in each item of equipment served by instrumentation circuits. Use PVC sleeve type labels. 4. Apply write -on identification labels to wiring sets in each motor control center, and in each pullbox and junction box. Show wire size, conduit size, and line and load information. Use waterproof plastic write -on labels with nylon tie -wraps. 3.05 TESTING A. Each run of 600V class power and control wiring shall be tested prior to connection of line and load. Make tests with 1000V do hand -crank or motor driven ohmmeter. Each run of wiring shall be tested phase -to -phase and/or phase -to -neutral, and phase -to - ground. Test results for each test shall be equal to or greater than 25,000,000 ohms with 1000V do applied. All tests shall be made in the presence of the Owners representative or Engineer. B. Test all runs of signal wiring with 250V do megger. Insulation values shall meet or exceed 1,000,000 ohms per 100 feet (cable to shield). C. Should any cable or circuit fail to meet the above tests, replace wire and retest. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16199 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Miscellaneous August, 2005 Page 1 of 3 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. This section shall include disconnect switches, wiring devices and equipment stands. B. Furnish and install all such devices and completely connect and wire each device. 1.02 SUBMITTALS AND SHOP DRAWINGS A. Process catalog submittals, and equipment data for the following: 1. Wiring Devices 2. Wiring Device Covers 3. Wiring Device Boxes 4. Disconnect switches 5. Terminal strips 6. Wireways 7. Light fixtures 8. Panelboard B. Submit shop drawings for the light pole, and equipment stands. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 WIRING DEVICES A. All wiring devices shall be specification grade and shall meet NEMA WD-1 requirements. Color shall be brown, unless otherwise indicated. B. Cover plates for wiring devices shall be Appleton FSK series unless otherwise noted on the drawings. Boxes shall be Appleton type FD, cast metal, raised -lid type. Furnish integral mounting feet where called for on the drawings. Furnish multi -gang units for two or more switches. C. Furnish the following miscellaneous wiring devices: 1. Single -pole, single -throw, 20A toggle switch shall be Arrow -Hart #1221, or equal. 2. Single -pole, double -throw (three-way) 20A toggle switch shall be Arrow -Hart #1223, or equal. D. Weather proof GFCI receptacles shall each consist of the following: 1. 1-gang cast metal box with mounting feet. 2. Bryant #GFR82FT-GRY hospital grade, 20 amp GFCI receptacle. 3. Bryant #RB5781-0 weatherproof flip lid deep cover meeting NEC article 410-57b (suitable for wet locations "while in use"). City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16199 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Miscellaneous August, 2005 Page 2 of 3 2.02 TERMINAL STRIPS A. Terminal strips for installation in junction boxes and other similar equipment shall be 600 volt, rated for 25 amps with tin- plated copper box lugs. B. Furnish Allen-Bradley type 1492-HJ812 or equal in quantities as required. 2.03 PANELBOARDS A. Furnish and install panelboards as shown on the drawings and as specified herein. B. Submit outline and dimensional drawings, catalog literature, and wiring diagrams, to Engineer for review. C. Indoor enclosures shall be fabricated of code gauged steel and shall be rated NEMA 12. Outdoor enclosures shall be fabricated of corrosion resistant material and shall be rated NEMA 4X. D. Buses shall be tin plated copper. Mains shall be as indicated on the drawings. E. Furnish all circuit breakers and spaces as scheduled or indicated on the drawings. F. Lighting panelboards for use indoors shall be GE, Square D, or Cutler -Hammer. Panelboards shall have an integrated interrupting rating of 10,000 amps rms symmetrical at 240 vAC. Panelboards shall be minimum 18 circuit unless otherwise noted or scheduled. G. Install panelboards where shown on the drawings and adequately support. Use stainless steel bolt and hardware. H. All conduits shall have grounding bushings installed and grounded to ground bus Vacuum clean insides of each panelboards after all connections are made. 2.04 LOCAL MOTOR DISCONNECT SWITCHES A. Local motor disconnect switches shall be non-metallic, NEMA 4X, rated for the full electrical load in amperes including auxiliary connected loads. B. The local motor disconnect switches shall be rated minimum 10k AIC at the voltage required. C. Conduits entering the enclosure shall have grounding bushings to provide continuous grounding to the load. D. Nameplates shall be installed indicating load to be disconnected and switch position (if not marked on switch). E. Motor disconnect switches shall be Square-D Altech or approved equal. F. Motor disconnect switches shall be U/L listed. -w City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16199 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Miscellaneous August, 2005 Page 3 of 3 2.05 EQUIPMENT STANDS A. Equipment stands for mounting control stations (if required) shall be constructed of structural members welded together as called for on the drawings. B. Each equipment stand shall be installed with anchor bolts or 3/8" anchors. Furnish grout and mastic bottom coating as indicated on the drawings. 2.06 LIGHTING A. Furnish and install light fixtures, supports, and accessories as called for on the drawings. B. Light fixtures shall be furnished with lamps. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 WIRING DEVICES A. Install wiring devices where shown and support each box to wall with stainless steel hardware into typical drilled expansion shields. B. Set each wiring device with axis plumb and install with yoke screws so as to adequately support each device. 3.02 TERMINAL STRIPS A. Install terminal strips as hereinbefore specified. Mount to enclosures or backpans with stainless steel hardware. B. Label each terminal directory with numbers corresponding to wire numbers landed. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE SECTION 16210 Electrical Utility Service Page 1 of 2 A. The upgraded pump station facilities will be served by TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY. The service voltage will be upgraded to 480Y/277 volts, 3 phase, solidly grounded. B. The Contractor shall allow in bid for furnishing and installing all work associated with the service and as required by TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY. This work shall be as specified herein and per TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY requirements. Allow in bid for TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY costs associated with upgrading the existing 3-phase power ungrounded system at the site. Contact Carolyn Dimas, TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY, Phone: 817-624-6073 Email: cdimas1(cDtxued.com or her designated alternate. Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all documents and electrical service requirements prior to beginning any electrical service related work. C. Contractor shall contact Carolyn Dimas three (4) weeks prior to the requirement for the TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY installation of the cables to their 300 kVA bank of overhead transformers at the Pump Station. This notice for installation is required to co-ordinate the underground installation with the underground piping work. D. Contractor shall obtain the required transocket (meter) for the new electrical service from TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY in advance of the installation of the undergound conduits from the terminal pole locations to the transocket. Installation shall be coordinated to match the installation of the new MCC service entrance location inside the pump station building. E. Contractor shall notify TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY three (3) days prior to metering connection requirements in order to allow TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY to inspect conduit ` installation and cables prior to meter connections. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 RACEWAYS Raceways shall be as specified under RACEWAYS section of this specification for the service from the TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY transformers to the facility. 2.02 GROUNDING Contractor shall install the ground wire for TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY Electric connection to their ground system. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 2.03 WIRE AND CABLE SECTION 16210 Electrical Utility Service Page 2 of 2 Service wire and cable to the pump station facilities (600 volt) shall be as specified under the Wire and Cable Section of this specification. 2.04 UNDERGROUND Underground shall be as specified under the Underground Raceways Section and as specified herein. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL A. Underground conduit shall be installed per the Underground Raceways Section. B. Coordinate with electric utility inspector for inspection of work prior to backfilling and as otherwise required by utility. C. Pull a mandrel through each conduit to check and clear blockage. Install service conductors with cable as specified under the Raceways Section of these specifications. Install a mule tape (pull tape - a flat ribbon, consecutively numbered in feet, which is usually made of polyester or aramid yarn and may be coated with plastic for waterproofing) in the empty conduit for use by TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE SECTION 16270 Dry Type Transformers Page 1 of 1 This section refers to dry -type transformers. Furnish and install transformers as shown on the Drawings and as specified hereinafter. 1.02 STANDARDS Dry -type transformers shall be listed by UL and shall comply with UL-506, NEMA ST-20. 1.03 SUBMITTALS Process catalog submittals on dry type transformers. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 GENERAL A. Dry type transformers 15 kVA and below shall be totally enclosed non -ventilated, 1150C rise. Core and coil shall be totally encapsulated in sand and resin or equivalent. Dry type transformers above 15 kVA shall be ventilated with NEMA 3R drip shields. B. Each transformer shall be equipped with two 2.5% full -capacity below normal and two 2.5% full capacity above normal taps. C. Furnish transformers in KVA and voltage ratings as shown on the Drawings. Transformer enclosure shall be suitable for outdoor use. Enclosure shall be rated 3R. The enclosure shall be constructed of 304 stainless steel. D. Sound level of each transformer shall not exceed 60 db at three feet. E. Transformer shall have electrostatic shield. F. Furnish General Electric, Square D, Cutler -Hammer or equal products. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Install transformers where shown. Adequately support wall -mounted transformers. Use stainless steel bolts and hardware. B. Bond neutral of each transformer to its enclosure and to grounding electrode conductors per NEC article 250. Install grounding electrode conductors from transformer secondary neutral to ground mat. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 1 -GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE SECTION 16280 Automatic Power Factor Correction Capacitors Page 1 of 6 A. Furnish and install 480 volt anti -resonant automatic power factor correction capacitor unit (APFCC) as shown on the drawings and specified herein. Work shall include all necessary materials, equipment, labor, and services. B. Auxiliary and accessory devices necessary for system operation or performance, such as relays or terminals to interface with other Sections of these Specifications, shall be included. C. APFCC unit shall be rated for use at 480 volt, three phase, four wire, 60 Hertz power system having a short circuit availability no greater than 42kA amperes RMS symmetrical. 1.02 SUBMITTAL AND SHOP DRAWINGS A. Process catalog data submittals for the following: 1. Pilot lights 2. Pilot operators 3. Control relays 4. Timers 5. Protective relays and digital voltmeters 6. Contactors 7. Circuit breakers including catalog number and time current curve trip number 8. Ground fault protective devices 9. Fuses 10. Control Wire B. Process shop drawings for the APFCC unit. 1.03 STANDARDS A. APFCC unit shall have UL labels where UL labels apply. B. APFCC unit and enclosures shall include a UL 508A (UL Industrial Control Panel) Label representing that the equipment was assembled by and meets the requirements of a UL508A shop. C. APFCC unit shall be manufactured and tested in accordance with Internal capacitor cells shall be UL Listed in compliance with UL 810, NEMA CP-1 and IEEE standards. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 2 — PRODUCTS 2.01 APFCC UNIT CONSTRUCTION SECTION 16280 Automatic Power Factor Correction Capacitors Page 2 of 6 A. The APFCC unit shall be pre -wired and factory assembled, including main terminal lugs, a microprocessor programmable controller, Class A resettable ground fault protected control voltage, individual capacitor stages including current limiting fuses, tuning reactors and contactors cabled to each capacitor bank step. B. Enclosure shall be free standing, constructed of #14 gauge rigidly welded steel, minimum, including a hinged door, ground lug, and removable lifting eyes, finished with ANSI 49 medium gray textured polyester paint. C. Enclosure(s) shall be NEMA Type 1 for indoor installation. D. Enclosure door(s) shall be full height, key lockable with lexan viewing window for controller module. All components shall be dead front with the enclosure door open and no components requiring system level voltage shall be mounted on the enclosure door. E. All major components and wiring shall be adequately marked for identification and shall agree with wiring diagrams and instructions provided with each unit. F. Capacitor shall be dry -type with no liquid dielectric. G. Furnish circuit breakers as disconnect for APFCC unit rated for full rated capacitance operation. 2.02 APFCC UNIT RATINGS H. Normal average operating ambient temperature range shall be:-10degrees C (+14 degrees F) to +30 degrees C (+86 degrees F). I. Rated capacitor cell voltage shall be 550V for 480V networks (line to line). Capacitors shall be Delta connected at rated voltage. Wye connected capacitor elements shall not be acceptable. J. Total kVAR size is 100 kVAR at operating voltage. K. Capacitor steps shall be 25 KVAR. L. Filter tuning of each capacitive / inductive stage shall be 4.2 x 60 Hertz (252 Hertz). M. Basic Impulse Level: 30 Kilovolts @ 50µ6 City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16280 Automatic Power Factor Correction Capacitors Page 3 of 6 N. Main terminal lugs and buswork shall be braced to withstand fault level at 65KA RMS Amperes symmetrical. 2.03 INTERNAL COMPONENTS A. Individual Capacitor Units 1. Each capacitor/inductor stage shall consist of hermetically sealed three phase capacitor cell(s) on a modular assembly with the contactor, three phase fusing and thermistor relay. Each module shall be designed to facilitate maintenance if replacement should ever become necessary. Tuning Reactors shall be mounted in a vertical stack where possible to reduce risk of induced mutual inductance. 2. Discharge resistors mounted internal to the cells shall be provided to reduce voltage on the cells to 50 Volts or less within one minute after the capacitor has been switched off. 3. Individual capacitor elements shall be of a dry -type self -healing design utilizing a low loss metalized film dielectric system with a pressure sensitive circuit interrupter. Each element shall contain a 100kA HRC fuse as part of the pressure interrupter circuit. Electrical losses, including contribution of discharge resistors, shall average less than 0.5 Watts per kVAR. Liquid filled or impregnated capacitors shall not be acceptable. 4. Capacitor shall be rated for 115% continuous overvoltage and 140% continuous overcurrent. B. Internal Protective Fusing 1 Class C fuses shall be provided in each phase of each capacitor cell and on the line side of the contactor and mounted so as to facilitate replacement without removing power wiring. Fuses shall be UL Listed and current limiting, rated at 200,000 RMS Amperes symmetrical. 2. Fuseholders shall be dead front with or without the fuses in place. C. Contactors Contactors shall be UL Listed and rated 600VAC with 120V operating coils. Contactors shall be listed for use in switching capacitive currents without derating. D. Tuning Reactors 1. Tuning reactors for each capacitive stage shall be selected such that filter tuning of each stage is equal to 4.2 x 60 Hertz (252 Hertz). 2. Reactors shall be constructed of a laminated low hysteresis core with a controlled air gap and three copper windings of rectangular cross section glass insulated copper conductor. v 'r 11 1"kL City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16280 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Automatic Power Factor Correction Capacitors August, 2005 Page 4 of 6 3. Reactor assembly shall be impregnated with high temperature thermo-setting insulation material. Reactor insulation shall be rated for 115 degrees C rise over a 40 degrees C ambient. 4. Center leg of tuning reactor shall have an embedded thermistor connected to a thermistor relay for the stage to de -energize the associated contactor in the event of overheating. E. Control Power Requirements 1. Low voltage, 120V control circuit transformation shall be provided within the enclosure. 2. Control power fusing to all major components including primary and secondary transformer fusing shall be provided. All components shall be dead front and finger safe. 3. Control circuit shall be protected with a resettable Class A ground fault protection breaker. 4. A shorting terminal shall be provided for two incoming current transformer wires. A single current transformer shall be installed at the Motor Control Center Main Circuit Breaker. A current transformer as required for the rated unit shall be provided. The CT shall be donut type with an opening large enough to facilitate installation on the cable or bus. F. Microprocessor Controller 1. The controller shall be a microprocessor -based programmable unit with a single current input and single line -to -line or line -to -neutral voltage input required. The controller measures reactive power consumption in the load and, according to programmed control logic, will connect or disconnect the required amount of capacitor stages needed to maintain the preset power factor. 2. The controller shall utilize a switching logic that optimizes the use of capacitor elements and contactors in the bank. 3. An ON power indication and AUTOMATIC/MANUAL override control shall be provided. 4. A Liquid Crystal Display for display of power factor and alarms shall be provided. Indication of stage energization and inductive/capacitive condition shall be provided. 5. An alarm dry contact closure and annunciation shall be provided in the event that target power factor is not met, power to the controller has been lost or CT current is too high/low, temperature exceeds preset limits or a system overvoltage condition occurs. 6. An automatic shutdown and systematic re -staging of capacitor stages shall be provided in the event of a power loss, high internal system temperatures, a system undervoltage or overvoltage condition. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16280 Automatic Power Factor Correction Capacitors Page 5 of 6 7. A reversed CT polarity shall be automatically corrected by the automatic controller. 8. The controller shall permit programming of the switching stage response time, number of stages (12 maximum) and switching program. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 FACTORY TESTS A. All equipment shall be carefully inspected after assembly and all wiring shall be checked to ensure correctness of connections and operation. B. Design tests shall be performed to confirm proper operation of the complete equipment, including operation of all control circuits, pre-programming and functioning of the controller, and confirmation of kVAR power rating. C. Five copies of certified test reports shall be submitted. 3.02 INSTALLATION OF APFCC UNIT A. Prior to energization of motor control centers, keep enclosures protected with plastic sheets and protected from the environment. B. Set sections in place and shim level; use metal shims. Bolt bottom rails to concrete pad by means of 3/8" diameter stainless steel bolts into drilled expansion anchors. Use two bolts per wide section, one in front and one in rear. C. Make all field cable lub connections with torque wrench set to manufacturer's recommended torque settings. D. Each conduit entry into the cabinets shall be equipped with grounding bushing. Bond each raceway equipment grounding conductor to its bushing ground lug, and thence to equipment ground bus where bonding jumper shall be connected with specified flat bus connector. Where empty conduits terminate, install blank disc in grounding bushing. Bring specified foot -marked pull tape through the blank penny and label with plastic write -on label and show the size of conduit and the terminus of the other end. For each active conduit, install plastic write -on label and identify cable number, size, conduit size, and identify load served. E. Install all power and control wiring and make all connections. Install power and CT wiring between APFCC and MCC. Phase band each power cable at each connection. Neatly train and lace all gutter wiring with nylon tie wraps. Do not obstruct relays and other pan -mounted devices with load cables. Install wire markers to identify each control wire at each termination. F. Install all devices, fuses, breakers, and make installation ready. Set all adjustable and programmable devices. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 3.03 SPARE PARTS SECTION 16280 Automatic Power Factor Correction Capacitors Page 6 of 6 A. Furnish the following spare parts with the equipment in conformance with the specifications. 1, One control relay for every three or less of each range and type installed complete with mounting socket. 2. Two pilot light bulbs and 10% spare lenses. 3. One extra overload relay for each type used. 4. Two spare fuse for each fuse type. 3.04 TRAINING A. The Contractor shall provide one (1) training session at the electrical building for owner's representatives for up to four (4) hours within two (2) months after facility start-up and checkout. B. A manufacturer's qualified representative familiar with the maintenance and servicing of the equipment shall conduct the training session. C. The training program shall consist of instruction on operation of the assembly, control devices, microprocessor, circuit breakers, fuses, location of resets, switches, and major components of the assembly. D. Additionally, the training program shall consist of instructions and requirements for normal programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the equipment including locations of resets and circuit breakers required for returning the equipment to normal operation after a failure or unusual shutdown. E. The program shall include showing which devices and equipment the local operations or maintenance personnel can work on, program, and replace and the equipment that should only be repaired by a qualified representative of the manufacturer. Devices and major components that require a maintenance timetable and procedures to be followed as part of an ongoing maintenance program shall be identified. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16350 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Motor Control Center August, 2005 Page 1 of 9 PART 1 -GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. Furnish and install 480 volt motor control center (MCC) as shown on the drawings and specified herein. Work shall include all necessary materials, equipment, labor, and services. B. Auxiliary and accessory devices necessary for system operation or performance, such as relays or terminals to interface with other Sections of these Specifications, shall be included. C. MCC shall be rated 480 volt, three phase, four wire, 60 Hertz power system having a short circuit availability of 42kA amperes RMS symmetrical. 1.02 SUBMITTAL AND SHOP DRAWINGS A. Process catalog data submittals for the following: 1. Pilot lights 2. Pilot operators 3. Control relays 4. Timers 5. Protective relays and digital voltmeters 6. Overloads 7. Contactors 8. Circuit breakers including catalog number and time current curve trip number 9. Ground fault protective devices 10. Fuses 11. Control Wire mma 12. Surge protection devices 13. Solid state reduced voltage starters (SSRVS) 14. Power Quality Monitoring unit. 15. Transient Voltage Surge Suppression Device B. Process shop drawings for the MCCs. 1.03 STANDARDS A. MCCs shall have UL labels where UL labels apply. B. The MCCs and enclosures shall include a UL 508A (UL Industrial Control Panel) Label representing that the equipment was assembled by and meets the requirements of a UL508A shop. C. MCCs used for service entrance of the facility electrical utility service shall be UL labeled for service entrance. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 2 of 9 D. The MCCs shall be manufactured and tested in accordance with NEMA ICS 2-3 and UL Standard 845. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 MOTOR CONTROL CENTERS A. Motor Control centers shall have NEMA 1 B wiring. Motor control centers shall be rated for a 42 kA rms symmetrical interrupting rating. B. Motor Control Centers shall consist of 20" deep structures in indoor NEMA Type 1 gasketed enclosures. The motor control center shall be seismic rated for UBC/CBC Zone 1. C. Each vertical section shall contain a minimum 12-inch high top horizontal wireway and a 12" bottom wireway. The horizontal wireway shall be covered by a removable hinged door. D. Paint finish of enclosures shall comply with the following minimum specifications unless the manufacturer's standard paint processes are considered equal. 1. Clean and degrease and rinse all steel parts, then they shall be phosphatized to MIL Specification TT- C-490. 2. Further, all steel parts shall be cleaned and over- dried primed, and painted with an electrostatically deposited coat. 3. Paint thickness shall be at least 1.5 mils. E. Main buses and vertical drops of each motor control center shall be rated 480V, three- phase, four -wire, and they each shall be braced for 42 kA rms symmetrical fault duty. Provide ground bus through each section. All buses shall be tin-plated copper. F. The main bus shall be isolated by barriers from wire troughs, starters, and other areas. There shall be double bolt connections on main bus joints and splice connections. Main bus splicing between shipping splits shall be accomplished from the front with no structural disassembly. G. The main bus shall be fully rated and arranged for future extension. H. Incoming line sections shall be equipped. Each incoming line section shall have lightning arresters and surge capacitors. Furnish main circuit breakers with ground fault protection. Each main circuit breaker shall have electronic trip and short time function. Incoming line shall be UL listed as service entrance. I. Power quality meters (PQM) shall monitor the incoming line voltage, kW, amps, and PF. The PQM meter shall include 4-20 ma transducers for conversion of the signals required to the SCADA/RTU panel as shown on the RTU 1/0 list as shown on the drawings. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 3 of 9 J. Each vertical section shall have 120 volt ac, 150 watt space heater and adjustable thermostat. Wire heaters into lighting panelboard. K. The vertical bus in each section shall be rated for the electrical load or minimum 300 amperes and shall be tinplated. The vertical bus shall have a flame-retardant polyesterglass insulation/isolation system. This system shall insulate the vertical bus front and rear. In addition, the barrier shalt isolate each phase bus. Openings in the vertical bus insulation/isolation system shall permit the entry of unit stabs. Unused openings shall have plugs or covers to prevent the entry of foreign objects. The vertical bus bracing AIC rating shall be the same as the main horizontal bus. L. Each vertical section with more than one cubicle shall be equipped with vertical wireway. Such wireways shall have metal side barriers. Side barriers adjacent to cubicles shall be equipped with grommeted opening into each cubicle. M. Provide a vertical bus shutter mechanism that covers the vertical bus stab area when a plug-in starter or feeder is withdrawn. This feature shall allow for complete vertical bus isolation and insulation. N. MCCs Signage shall be as follows: 1. Each cubicle shall have laminated plastic nameplates identifying load served. Nameplate shall be at least 1" by 3" and shall have white letters engraved on a black background and shall be attached with self tapping screws and adhesive backing. Letters shall be at least 5132" tall and shall denote load information as shown on the one line diagram. 2. All compartments with voltages present from outside of the compartment shall have a sign on the inside on the compartment door marked "DANGER -DISCONNECT DOES NOT DE -ENERGIZE ALL CIRCUITS INSIDE THIS UNIT". Letters shall be black on yellow background and sign shall be adhesive backed vinyl approximately 1-1/2" by 4". O. Additionally, motor control centers shall be as follows: 1. Motor controllers shall be full voltage, nonreversing (FVNR) type or SSRVS except where other types are indicated. Contactors and overcurrent devices and conductors shown shall be minimum sizes, confirm all external loads prior to manufacture. 2. Each controller shall be in an isolated compartment, complete with its overcurrent device, unless otherwise indicated. Where overcurrent devices are in a separate compartment from the associated controller, the doors of both compartments shall be mechanically interlocked. Where individual overcurrent devices, contactors, and the like are indicated, they too shall be housed in an isolated compartment. 3. Each compartment shall have a hinged door. Disconnect device operating handles shall have on —off positions clearly marked and each handle shall have pad -locking provisions. Compartment doors shall have mechanical interlocks to prevent their City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 4 of 9 being opened unless the disconnect is in the "Off' position; however, there shall be a defeat mechanism for authorized personnel entry. 4. Each controller shall be equipped with its fused secondary power transformer (CPT). VA capacity of CPT shall be sized to handle its compartment load plus external connected loads. Provide double- fused primary protection for each CPT. 5. Each cubicle shall be equipped with pull -apart terminal blocks. Terminal block conductors shall be tin-plated copper. 6. Control wiring shall be type SIS for ungrounded conductors and shall be numbered with wire marking labels at each terminal, device and connection. Control wires shall be type MTW for neutral and grounds. Color codes shall be white for neutral conductors, green for ground wires. Numbers shall correspond to those displayed by the manufacturer on their record drawings. Wire markers shall be Brady PVC sleeve type or equal. Provide necessary terminal strips for connection of field control wiring with 10% spares. 7. Each controller shall be equipped with indicated pilot operators and other devices. Each starting or bypass contactor shall have two normally open auxiliary contacts and two normally closed auxiliary contacts. All auxiliary contacts not used by control circuit shall be wired to field terminals. All pilot operators such as pilot lights, selector switches, and pushbuttons shall be oil -tight grade. Each device shall be equipped with engraved legend plates. 8. All pilot lights shall be equipped with indicated colored lenses. Each pilot light shall be low- voltage, transformer type with push -to -test feature. 9. Control wiring and associated control devices in each motor control center shall be furnished as shown; .however, if different external control arrangements caused by substitution or changes under another Section are required, then make such changes as required to accommodate those changes. All such changes shall be reviewed and accepted by the Engineer. 10. Provide three overloads for each motor controller as indicated on the drawings. Overload blocks shall be adjustable from 80% to 115% of their nominal value. Selection of overloads shall be determined by the full -load current of motors to be supplied. All overloads shall be mechanically -reset type with door -mounted reset pushbuttons. 11. Motor control center arrangement and number of sections and cubicles shall be furnished. 12. Horizontal and vertical bus runs shall have each set of busses barriered from cubicles with insulated barriers. 13. Each vertical section of the line-ups shall be equipped with a horizontal ground bus that shall run continuous through all sections. Ground bus size shall be at least 1/4" x 1" size and shall be tin-plated copper. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 5 of 9 14. Control relays with 120-volt coils shall be industrial type. Contacts for 120-volt control circuits shall have contacts rated NEMA A600. Contacts that are indicated low energy shall be gold flashed or logic reed type. Low energy contacts shall be used for 12-volt do status input to telemetry. Each contact shall be field convertible. Each relay shall have open -close position indication. Each relay shall be fully equipped with its maximum number of contacts. Control relays for 24-volt do circuits shall have diode suppression on coil, with contacts rated 10 amps at 120 vac, and shall be general-purpose type with octal pin plug-in base. 15. Elapsed time meters shall be panel mounted in the door of the starter unit or the nearby local control panel and shall be non- resettable with 99,999.9-hour register and 2.5" square bezel. Furnish Cramer model 635K. 16. Phase failure monitors shall have adjustable unbalance pickup, and adjustable voltage dropout and adjustable time delay. Furnish Agastat model PMA or approved equal. 17. Motor branch circuit overcurrent protection shall be motor circuit protectors, unless otherwise indicated. Each "MCP" shall have adjustable current setting pickup. 18.Other branch overcurrent devices shall be thermal- magnetic type, unless otherwise indicated. Minimum IC of each thermal -magnetic breaker shall be 42 KA rms symmetrical amps. Breaker shall have 120VAC shunt trip for ground fault protection relay where indicated on the drawings. 19. Each starter and each circuit breaker feeder shall have ground fault protection where indicated on the one line. Feeder breakers shall have fused primary and secondary 480V to 120V control power transformer for shunt tripping breaker by ground fault relay. Starters shall have ground fault relay open contactor upon ground fault. Ground fault protection system shall consist of self powered ground fault relay with adjustable time delay and zero sequence current transformer. Ground fault protection system shall be General Electric Model GFM or equal. P. SSRVS units shall include the following: 1. SSRVS units shall include an integral bypass contactor. Operation shall be designed such that when the motor ramps up to full speed, the digital electronic control shall energize the contactor and place it in parallel with the SCRs. When the contactor closes, the SCRs shall be bypassed and the electronics shall stop firing the SCRs, thus allowing the SSRVS to run cooler with no fans and smaller heat sinks. When the soft stop feature is enabled, the bypass contactor is de -energized and the SCRs are used to smoothly stop the motor. 2. The SSRVS shall consist of an electronic control module, a power base consisting of six SCRs in back-to-back parallel pairs and an integral fully rated contactor. The SSRVS starter shall individually fire each phase in a selected sequence for reliable performance and smooth acceleration of loads. 3. The bypass contactor shall be fully rated and able to start a motor in backup mode in case of failure in the electronics or SCRs. In addition, the SSRVS shall be rated City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 6 of 9 from 200-600Vac and shall allow 115% continuous current -carrying capability matching the characteristics of a 1.15 service factor motor. The starter shall be rated for the HP loads as shown on the drawings and verified with the motor vendor at 460Volts. The control circuit shall be 120V CPT 100VA extra capacity. 4. Digital technology to provide precise control of the back-to-back SCRs over each half cycle. The design shall allow initial starting motor torque to be adjusted from 10% - 90%. 5. A digital control panel which shall display operating parameters with an alphanumeric display and which allows accurate settings of parameters with visible indications of starter status and fault codes. 6. Soft starting: linear increase in voltage at the motor terminals. 7. A three -segment ramp consisting of: The initial voltage ramp, which lasts for the five cycles, which brings the motor voltage from 0 to he initial pedestal voltage (30%- 95%). The acceleration ramp, which increases the motor voltage from the pre - selected initial voltage to 100% voltage over the selected acceleration time period of 1 to 45 seconds. The fast ramp, which brings the motor voltage to 100% if the motor reaches full speed before the end of the acceleration ramp. 8. A kick start feature which initially boosts start loads with a high breakaway torque. The kick start may be engaged (95% voltage for a period of 1-999 ms) or it may be disengaged for applications not requiring a kick start. 9. Special deceleration cycle may be programmed for pump control. 10. Snubbers which are a RC network connected in parallel with an SCR to protect against commutation spikes. The electronic components also shall have metal oxide varistors to protect against external voltage spikes. 11, Control signal that is optoelectronically isolated. 12. An electronic overload relay with selectable trip characteristics for standard -duty 300%, 30 seconds. The overload relay shall retain a memory of overload conditions o closely profile the motor winding thermal conditions to insure adequate protection under repetitive overload conditions. The memory shall be maintained as long as control power remains applied to the soft starter. 13. Motor current limit by which motor current may limited with an adjustable current range from 100-450% of the starting current to limit brownout low -voltage conditions during motor starting. 14. Error traceability which shall display the last four error codes on the alphanumeric display which provides feedback for corrective action. 15. The solid state starter will not operate if an input phase loss is detected before starting or while soft starting or stopping the motor the solid state starter shall trip in 3 seconds. Upon loss of an output phase, the solid state starter shall trip at 3 seconds. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 7 of 9 16. All SCR units shall be fitted with thermostats to protect against heat sink overheating due to excessive starts per hour, which when detected shall trip the solid state starter in 200 ms (trip at 800C +50, reset at 500C +100). 17. Thyristor short circuit shall cause the soft starter to trip at 3 ms. 18. Frequency error detection which senses frequency and shall not allow the starter to begin load ramp -up if the frequency is less than 48 Hz or greater than 62 Hz, thus providing protection to the motor and starter if the frequency is excessively out of tolerance. 19. Long time start protection, which shall disconnect the load if the current limit is set too low and/or starting time is longer than 60 seconds. 20. Upon loss of control power, the SSRVS shall have a three -cycle ride through. 21. When motor stalled rotor is detected, the solid state starter shall trip at 200 ms and shall trip at 10 seconds when no motor load is detected. 22. An error in the CPU shall trip the solid state starter at 60 ms. Q. MCC shall be Square D Model 6, General Electric, or Allen-Bradley. R. SSRVS with integral bypass shall be as manufactured by General Electric, Square D, or Benshaw. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 FACTORY TESTS A. All equipment shall be carefully inspected after assembly and all wiring shall be checked to ensure correctness of connections and operation. B. The MCC, accessories and wiring shall be tested in accordance with latest revision ANSI C19.3 and any other applicable ANSI standard. C. The Owner reserves the right to witness tests. The Contractor shall notify the Owner two weeks in advance of scheduled tests. y D. Five copies of certified test reports shall be submitted. 3.02 MOTOR CONTROL CENTERS A. Prior to energization of motor control centers, keep enclosures protected with plastic sheets and maintain specified space heaters energized to prevent internal condensation, use 150W lamp in bottom of each section. 'p B. Set sections in place and shim level; use metal shims. Bolt bottom rails to concrete pad by means of 3/8" diameter stainless steel bolts into drilled expansion anchors. Use two bolts per wide section, one in front and one in rear. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 8 of 9 C. Make all field bus connections with torque wrench set to manufacturer's recommended torque settings. D. Each conduit entry into bottom of cabinets shall be equipped with grounding bushing. Bond each raceway equipment grounding conductor to its bushing ground lug, and thence to equipment ground bus where bonding jumper shall be connected with specified flat bus connector. Where empty conduits terminate, install blank disc in grounding bushing. Bring specified foot -marked pull tape through the blank penny and label with plastic write -on label and show the size of conduit and the terminus of the other end. For each active conduit, install plastic write -on label and identify cable number, size, conduit size, and identify load served. E. Install all power and control wiring and make all connections. Install wiring between MCC units. Phase band each power cable at each connection. Neatly train and lace all gutter wiring with nylon tie wraps. Do not obstruct relays and other pan -mounted devices with load cables. Install wire markers to identify each control wire at each termination. F. Install all devices, fuses, breakers, and make installation ready. Set all adjustable and programmable devices such as breaker magnetic trips. Make all main breaker trip settings. 3.03 SPARE PARTS A. Furnish the following spare parts with the equipment in conformance with the specifications. 1. One timing relay for every three or less of each range and type installed complete with mounting socket. 2. One control relay for every three or less of each range and type installed complete with mounting socket. 3. Twenty pilot light bulbs and 10% spare lenses. 4. One extra overload relay for each type used. 5. Two starter coils for every three or less starters of each NEMA size installed. 6. One set of starter contacts for every three or less starters of each NEMA size installed. 3.04 TRAINING A. The Contractor shall provide one (1) training session at the electrical building for owner's representatives for up to four (4) hours within two (2) months after facility start-up and checkout. B. A manufacturer's qualified representative familiar with the maintenance and servicing of the equipment shall conduct the training session. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16350 Motor Control Center Page 9 of 9 C. The training program shall consist of instruction on operation of the assembly, control devices, SSRVS, circuit breakers, location of resets, switches, and major components of the assembly. D. Additionally, the training program shall consist of instructions and requirements for normal troubleshooting and maintenance of the equipment including locations of resets and circuit breakers required for returning the equipment to normal operation after a shutdown. E. The program shall include showing which devices and equipment the local operations or maintenance personnel can work on and replace and the equipment that should only be repaired by a qualified representative of the manufacturer. Devices and major components that require a maintenance timetable and procedures to be followed as part of an ongoing maintenance program shall be identified. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16410 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Underground August, 2005 Page 1 of 3 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK Furnish and install a system of underground electrical raceways and wiring as shown on the drawings. 1.02 APPLICATIONS Except as otherwise shown on the Drawings, or otherwise specified, all underground and in -slab conduit raceways shall be of the following type: 1. Except as otherwise specified, all power and control underground conduit runs shall be made with schedule 40 PVC. Bends to grade shall be made with plastic coated rigid galvanized steel conduit. 2. All instrumentation underground conduit runs shall be made with plastic coated rigid galvanized steel conduit. 1.03 SUBMITTALS Process submittals for the following: 1. Non Metallic conduit 2. Metallic conduit 3. Grounding Bushings 4. Buried conduit marker tape 5. Conduit supporting saddles 1.04 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED UNDER OTHER SECTIONS A. Refer to Section 16110 for raceways. B. Refer to Section 16120 for wiring. C. Refer to Section 16450 for grounding. D. Refer to Section 03300 for concrete. PART 2 - PRODUCTS p'(0) 2.01 RACEWAYS Raceways shall be as specified in Section 16110. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16410 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Underground August, 2005 Page 2 of 3 2.02 MISCELLANEOUS A. Gravel for underbedding of conduits shall be washed type pea gravel. B. Plastic saddles for spacing and supporting conduits shall be interlocking types as manufactured by Cantex. C. Plastic marker label tape for buried conduits shall be yellow background with black letters with repetitive marking "ELECTRIC LINE" on yellow background, continuous along its length. Furnish T&B #NA-0608, or equal tape. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILLING A. Do all excavating and backfilling necessary for the installation of the work. This shall include shoring and pumping in ditches to keep them dry until the work has been installed. B. All excavations shall be made to proper depth, with allowances made for floors, forms, beams, piping, finished grades, etc. Ground under conduits shall be undisturbed earth or if disturbed, mechanically compacted to a density ratio of 95% before conduits are installed. C. All backfilling shall be made with selected soil, free of rocks and debris, and shall be pneumatically tamped in six (6") inch layers to secure a field density ratio of 95%. D. Field check and verify the locations of all underground utilities prior to any excavating. Avoid disturbing these as far as possible. In the event existing utilities are broken into or damaged, they shall be repaired so as to make their operation equal to that before the trenching was started. E. Furnish concrete encased ductbank for conduits where indicated on the drawings. 3.02 RACEWAYS A. All underground conduits shall be PVC schedule 40 unless otherwise noted. All bends to grade shall be made with plastic coated rigid steel conduits and shall extend to 6" above grade. Conduits shall be watertight over the entire length of the underground run. B. Install all power, control, and signal wiring. Label each single conductor wire at each connection with PVC sleeve type wire labels. Label each signal cable at each end with plastic waterproof write -on type label to identify terminal connection and function and device served. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16410 McCreary & Associates No. 06.053 Underground August, 2005 Page 3 of 3 C. Where empty conduits terminate into equipment install blank "disc" under grounding bushing and bring specified foot -marked pull tape through disc. Label each end of each pull tape with waterproof plastic label to identify terminus of other end and also show conduit size. 3.03 WIRING All underground wiring runs shall be installed from line to load without splice. END OF SECTION E3 City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE SECTION 16450 Grounding Systems Page 1 of 3 A. Furnish and install complete grounding systems in accordance with Article 250 of the National Electrical Code as shown on the Drawings and as specified herein. B. Provide ground mat grounding electrode system as shown on the drawings and as specified herein. 1.02 SUBMITTALS Submit manufacturers' catalog sheets with catalog numbers marked for the items furnished, which shall include: 1. Ground well casings 2. Ground rods 3. Terminal lugs and clamps 4. Exothermal welding materials 5. Ground cable 6. Ground connection hardware PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 GROUNDING ELECTRODES A. All ground mat grounding electrodes and grounding electrode conductors shall consist of tin plated stranded copper. B. All ground rods shall be copper clad steel products, 3/4" diameter x 10 foot long, unless otherwise indicated. Ground rods shall be Blackburn #6258, or equal. Provide heavy duty ground rod clamps equal to Blackburn #GG58 where vertical connections are installed and #GUV where U-bolt connectors are installed to serve horizontal connections. 2.02 GROUNDING DEVICES A. Connectors shall be furnished as specified under Section 16120. B. Conduit grounding bushings shall be furnished as specified under Section 16110. C. Equipment grounding conductors shall be furnished as specified under Section 16120. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16450 Grounding Systems Page 2 of 3 D. Flush cast metal grounding plates shall consist of bronze body with flat plate on top and bolted clamp connector on bottom. Furnish OZ type "VG", or equal flush connectors. Each such connector shall be furnished with silicon bronze connector bolts for installation of top -mounted grounding connectors. E. Exothermal welding kits shall be "Cadweld" products as manufactured by Erico. Molds, cartridges, powder, and accessories shall be as recommended by the manufacturer. 2.03 GROUND TEST WELLS A. Ground test wells shall be furnished each ground rod for the purpose of field testing the ground mat system. B. Ground test wells shall each consist of ground rod with connector attached to a #2 upcomer from the ground mat and contained within an access well with labeled top. C. Ground test well enclosures shall be Oldcastle Precast product #VB-3RT series, or equal. Enclosures shall be 10 1/4" diameter and shall include cast iron cover with integrally cut "GROUND TEST WELL" in top of cover. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GROUND MATS AND GROUND WELLS A. Install and extend the ground mat as shown. Use tin-plated copper stranded conductors in sizes as indicated for the ground mat. Install upcomer with indicated wire sizes of tin plated copper conductors. Exothermally weld all connections. The ground mat wire shall have a minimum cover of 24". B. Unless other larger sizes are indicated on the drawings, install #4 upcomers from ground mat to MCC, motors, and other equipment indicated on the drawings. Install "VG" flush floor connector to serve each upcomers and run #4 stingers from top side of each "VG" to ground bus in equipment. Bond VG to rebar in concrete. C. Grounding electrode conductor for the service shall be sized as required by the NEC, NFPA 70. D. Install ground rods in test wells where indicated on the drawings. 3.02 TRANSFORMER A. Bond transformer neutral to cabinet. B. Install grounding electrode conductor from each transformer neutral to system ground and to local electrodes as shown. Run #4 ground wire to ground mat. go City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16450 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Grounding Systems August, 2005 Page 3 of 3 3.03 WIRING SYSTEMS GROUNDING A. All equipment enclosures, motor and transformer frames, metallic conduit systems and exposed structural steel systems shall be grounded. B. Equipment grounding conductors shall be run with all wiring. Sizes of equipment grounding conductors shall be based on Article 250 of the N.E.C. except where larger sizes may be shown. Bond each equipment grounding conductor to the equipment grounds at each end of each run- C. Liquid tight flexible metal conduit in sizes 1" and larger shall be equipped with external bonding jumpers. Use liquid tight connectors integrally equipped with suitable grounding .. lugs. D. Where conduits enter into equipment free of the metal enclosure, install grounding bushing on each conduit and bond bushing lug to equipment ground bus. E. Where conduits enter equipment enclosures, equip each penetration inside with grounding bushing. Install bonding jumper from each grounding bushing to ground bus. F. Equipment enclosures that do not come furnished with a ground bus, install ground lug in each enclosure that shall be bonded to the metal cabinet or backpan of the enclosure. G. Separately derived systems shall be each grounded as shown and shall comply with Article 250 of the NEC except where higher standards are shown. 3.04 TESTING A. All exothermic weld connections shall successfully resist moderate hammer blows. Any connection which fails such test or if upon inspection, weld indicates a porous or deformed connection, the weld shall be remade. B. All exothermic welds shall encompass 100 percent of the ends of the materials being welded. Welds which do not meet this requirement shall be remade. C. Test the ground resistance of the system. All test equipment shall be furnished by Contractor and be approved by Engineer. Test equipment shall be as manufactured by Biddle or approved equal. Dry season resistance of the system shall not exceed five ohms. If such resistance cannot be obtained with the system as shown, provide additional grounding as directed by Engineer. END OF SECTION City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station SECTION 16900 McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 Instrumentation August, 2005 Page 1 of 4 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. This section covers the instruments, and remote terminal unit (RTU) at the pump station and the associated modifications to the main computer configuration at the main control center at the South Holly Water Treatment Plant. B. The South Holly Water Treatment Plant is located at 1511 11" Ave., Fort Worth, TX. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of products of this type, and whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for not less than 5 years. B. Installer: Qualified with at least 5 years of successful installation experience on projects with work similar to that required for this project. C. NEC Compliance: Comply with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, as applicable to wiring and other electrical construction of the unit. D. UL Compliance: Provide components with UL listing and labeling for applicable UL categories. E. Provide complete unit and installation to conform with NFPA-90A. 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Submit catalog literature, specification material and installation and operation manual for each instrument and device specified herein. B. Submit outline and dimensional drawings and wiring diagrams to Engineer for review. C. Submit shop drawings for the new RTU including wiring and dimensional outlines. Shop drawings shall include ISA loop drawings on all RTU 1/0. Loop drawings shall include all device terminal numbers and wire numbers. 1.04 SYSTEM RESPONSIBILITY The contractor shall assume complete "SYSTEM RESPONSIBILITY" for the instrumentation system and modifications. "System Responsibility" shall mean that the Contractor is responsible for the overall operation, satisfactory performance, and integration of the individual components into the whole system so that the entire system functions in whole and in its parts as intended by the Contract Documents. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 PRESSURE TRANSMITTERS SECTION 16900 Instrumentation Page 2 of 4 r:m A. The suction and pressure transmitters shall be re -used for this project. B. Output shall be a 4-20 mA signal proportional to pressure. 2.02 FLOW TRANSMITTER A. The flow transmitter shall be as specified for the discharge flow meter mounted inside the meter vault near the RTU relay panel as shown on the electrical plan drawings. B. Output shall be a 4-20 mA signal proportional to flow rate and a digital pulse signal for totalizing flow. 2.03 REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT (RTU) A. Existing RTU shall be modified by HSQ. HSQ shall upgrade the processor to the 25X86 Logic Processor RTU unit with associated power supply modifications as required. The power supply equipment shall also provide the power for the radio. B. Input/output (1/0) shall be as indicated on the RTU 1/0 schedule plus 20% spare or at least one spare point per type of 1/0 required. Al (analog input) requirements shall be as provided with the processor board. There are no AO (analog output) requirements. The DO relay output board shall be re -used for the start/stop control of the pumps. A DI (digital or status input) board shall be provided to replace the existing two (2) DI boards. Interface relays for DO outputs shall be re -used. C. The RTU power supply shall be reused to the extent possible with the same capabilities as provided in the existing unit. D. The RTU, 1/0 boards, radio, batteries and accessories shall be furnished in the same panel or a panel of equivalent quality if a new panel is required for the new modules. E. Allow in Bid for HSQ to add and make programming changes for the revised 1/0 to the main computer at the Holly Water Treatment Plant SCADA building. The HMI configuration methodology shall match existing system configuration. The software work shall include: 1. Define and modify the data base as required to incorporate the 1/0 for the upgraded equipment. The modified data base shall include the digital input pulse data representing the totalized flow. 2. Revise one or more graphic screens to show the added slanting disc check valves and starters. 3. Provide storage and display of historical data to match similar displays for other pumps in the system. 4. Verify and test the proper operation of the SCADA HMI system. 5. Modify daily and monthly reports to include new data. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16900 Instrumentation Page 3 of 4 F. The existing radio shall be mounted in the RTU enclosure. The radio shall be on the RTU power supply as provided previously. G. Radio configuration: Verify configuration of radio to match existing system configuration and per the manufacturer's instructions and record and submit for record all final programmed settings and operating parameters. H. Radio testing: Run poll test, link test and sync test with manufacturer's diagnostic software and submit results to Engineer for review. Test and record radio rf power level. This test shall also be used to verify signal strength of antenna. 2.04 SURGE SUPPRESSION A. Provide a Current Technology Load Guard model MSU-45-120 surge suppressor in a 304 stainless steel NEMA 4X enclosure mounted next to the RTU. The enclosure shall be 14" tall by 12" wide by 6" deep with a hinged door. Furnish Hoffman or equal products. B. The surge suppressor shall be installed in the 120 volt power circuit ahead of the RTU and radio power supplies and all 120 vac powered instruments. Provide fused terminal strips for feed to RTU enclosure and each 120vac powered instrument. PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. Permanently mount the instruments, RTU, all equipment shown, and all required m appurtenances in accordance with manufacturer's requirements. All work shall be done in accordance with industry standards, the NEC, ISA recommendations and in a workmanship like manner. B. Re -locate existing suction and discharge pressure transmitters and their supports as shown on the electrical plans. C. Calibrate, and test all instruments. Verify the instruments are set for the rehabilitated pump station pressure and flow operating ratings. D. Certify that all instrument installations and calibrations are done in accordance with ISA and the manufacturer's recommendations. E. Provide completed ISA calibration sheets for all instruments provided. 3.02 TRAINING A. Allow in bid for HSQ to conduct training session on RTU for City personnel. The training session shall be at the City's SCADA building at the Holly WTP. B. Training shall consist of 4 hours minimum classroom time and shall be specific to the RTU used and the changes made to the HMI. City of Ft. Worth Jenkins Heights Pump Station McCreary & Associates, No. 06.053 August, 2005 SECTION 16900 Instrumentation Page 4 of 4 3.03 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS A. Six (6) weeks prior to the completion of the project, compile an Operations and Maintenance Manual on the instrumentation equipment. These manuals shall include detailed instructions, periodic calibration requirements and maintenance, as well as recommended spare parts lists. B. Submit for review or as required in other sections of the specifications. END OF SECTION PERFORMANCE BOND P" THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF TARRANT S 336008 KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That we (l) Cooper General Contractors a (2) Corp. of Carrolton, TX hereinafter called Principal, and (3) Employers Mutual Casualty Co. a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State Iowa and fully authorized to transact business in the State of Texas, as Surety, are held and fumly bound unto the City of Fort Worth, a municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Texas, hereinafter called Owner, in the penal sum of: Five Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand and No/100---------------- ($ 537,000.OQ) '® Dollars in lawful money of the United States, to be paid in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, for the payment of which sum well and truly be made, we hereby bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and successors, jointly and severally, firnily by these presents. THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION is such that Whereas, the Principal entered into certain r� r. contract with the City of Fort Worth, the Owner, dated the th day of 00obe,,-. A-D. 2005 , a copy of which -is hereto attached and made a part hereof, for the construction of: ; ..r - Jenkin Heights Pump Station Rehabilitation Project designated as Project No.(s) P164-060164016001, a copy of which contract is hereby attached, referred to, and made a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as if copied at length herein, such project and construction being hereinafter referred to as the "work". NOW THEREFORE, if the Principal shall well, truly, and faithfully perform the work in accordance vVith the plans, specifications, and contract documents during the original term thereof, and any extensions thereof�y4thicTi may be granted by the Owner, with or without notice to the Surety, and if he shall satisfy all claims aFhrdiiM- nds _ r� incurred under such contract, and shall fully indemnify and save harinJess the Owner from all costs ar� mates which it may suffer by reason of failure to do so, and shall reimburse and repay the Owner all outlay and expe which the Owner may incur in making good any default, then this obligation shall be void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect. r_ M F-1 WV PROVIDED FURTHER, that if any legal action filed upon this bond, venue shall lie in Tarrant County, State of Texas. AND PROVIDED FURTHER, that the said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work to be performed thereunder or the specifications accompanying the same shall in any wise affect its obligation on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work or to the specifications. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this instrument is executed in 16 counterparts unterparts each one of which shall be deemed an original, this the 11 day of OG%ober A.D., 2005. ATTEST: -� t-- �- e- �. A (Principa ecretary - JEAL) v Witness as to rincipal 1225 E. Crosbv. S-Al. Carrollton, TX (Address) 75006 ATTE (Sure ) Secretary '- T % - J Wi ess as to Surts{� 3200 Broadway lad., S-400, Garland, TX (Address) 75043 F-2 Cooper eneral Contractors P�CIPAL (4) BY. _ n 1 25 E. Cros S-Al Carrollton, TX 75006 (Address) Employers Mutual Casualty Company Surety Zkl BY: Allen W. CriWomey-in-fact) (5) 3200 Broadway Blvd, 5-400, Garland, TX 75043 (Address) NOTE: Date of Bond must not be prior to date of Contract (1) Correct Name of Contractor (2) A Corporation, a Partnership or an Individual, as case may be (3) Correct name of Surety (4) If Contractor is Partnership all Partners should execute Bond (5) A true copy of Power of Attorney shall be attached to Bond by Attorney -in -Fact.. r low W W on W wo M 0 PAYMENT BOND THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF TARRANT KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That we (1) Cooper General Contractors, a (2) Corp. of Carrollton , hereinafter called Principal, and (3) Employers Mutual Casualty Co. a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Iowa and fully authorized to transact business in the State of Texas, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Fort Worth, a municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Texas, hereinafter called Owner, and unto all person, firms, and corporations who may furnish materials, for or perform labor upon the building or improvements hereinafter referred to in the penal sum of Five Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand and No/ 100 ($ 537 , 000. Mollars in lawful money of the United States, to be paid in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, for the payment of which sum well and truly be made, we hereby bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and successors, jointly and severally, firmly to these presents. f-- THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION is such that Whereas, the Principal entered into a certaia _ .. N. contract with the City of Fort Worth, the Owner, dated the day of 0CA4 k7r-- A.D., 2005, a copy of which is hereto attached and made a part thereof, for the construction of 1 qW Jenkin Heights Pump Station Rehabilitation Proiect designated as Project No.(s) P164-060164016001, a copy of which contract is hereto attached, referred to and mado a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as if copied at length herein, such project and construction being .. hereinafter referred to as the "work". L� NOW THEREFORE, the condition of this obligation is such that, if the Principal shall pr6p- make payment to all claimants as defined in Article 5160, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, supplying labor and materials in ` the prosecution of the work provided for in said Contract, then this obligation shall be null and void, otherwise it shall remain in full force and effect. �. THIS BOND IS MADE AND ENTERED into solely for the protection of all claimants supplying labor and material in the prosecution of the work provided for in said Contract, as claimants are defined in said Article 5160, and all such claimants shall have a direct right of action under the bond as provided in Article 5160 of the Revised Civil Statutes. F-3 0 .■ PROVIDED FURTHER, that if any legal action be filed upon this bond, venue shall lie in Tarrant County, State of Texas, that the said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work to be performed thereunder or the specifications accompanying the same shall in any wise affect its obligation on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work or to the specifications. PROVIDED FURTHER, that no final settlement between the Owner and the Contractor shall abridge the right of any beneficiary hereunder whose claim may be unsatisfied. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this instrument is executed in S counterparts each one of which shall be deemed an original, this the I i day of h r-+Q �'C'- A.D., 2005. ATTEST: ' (Prim Secretary y Witness as to principal 1225 E. Crosby, S-Al, Carrollton, TX (Address) / 5 UUb ATTEST: (Surety) cretary Wi ess as to Sur 3200 Broadway lvd, 5-400, Garland, TX (Address) 75043 PRINCIPAL (4) BY: C,loo er Gene r- ontractors 1225 E. Cro v. S-Al Carrollton. Texas 75006 (Address) Empl n ers Mutual aGiial.ty CoMpany Surety �} BY: ovh' t. IV , & a«n► w . cAiss Attomey-in-fact (5) 3200 Broadway Blvcl, S-4)00,Garland, TX (Address) /.)U43 NOTE: Date of Bond must not be prior to date of Contract F-4 (1) Correct Name of Contractor (2) A Corporation, a Partnership or an Individual, as case may be (3) Correct name of Surety (4) If Contractor is Partnership all Partners should execute Bond (5) A true copy of Power of Attorney shall be attached to Bond by Attorney -in -Fact. IM an 7- P" W r-� PM MAINTENANCE BOND 4" THE STATE OF TEXAS M COUNTY OF TARRANT on KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That (1) Cooper General Contractors as Principal, acting herein by and through (2) Corp. its duly authorized Pres. and (3) Emoloyers Mutual Casualty CQ a corporation organized under the laws of the State of TQwa , as ow surety, do hereby acknowledge themselves to be held and bound to pay unto the City of Fort Worth, a Municipal Corporation, chartered by virtue of Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, at Fort Worth, in Tarrant County, Texasthesumof Five Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand and No/100 on 537,000.00 ($ ) in lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which. sum well and truly be made unto said City of Fort Worth and its successors, said Contractor and surety do hereby bind themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, assigns and successors, jointly and severally. ON This obligation is conditioned, however; that, WHEREAS, the Principal has entered into a certain contract with the City of Fort Worth, dated I day of Le , 2005 for the performance of the following described public work and the construction of the following described public improvements: on Jenkin Heip_hts Pump Station Rehabilitation Project M all of same being referred to herein and in said contract as the Work and being designated as Project No.(s) P164- 060164016001 ; and said contract, including all of the specifications, conditions and written instruments referred to PM therein as contact documents being hereby incorporated herein by reference for all purposes and made a part hereof, the same as if set out verbatim herein; and, WHEREAS, in said Contract, Contractor binds itself to use such materials and to so construct the work that it will remain in good repair and condition for and during the period Two (2) Years after the date of the final _ acceptance of the work by the City; and WHEREAS, said Contactor binds itself to maintain said work in good repair and condition for said term of TWO (2) YEARS; and, `m WHEREAS, said Contactor binds itself to repair or reconstruct the work in whole or in part at any time within said period, if in the opinion of the Director of the Water Department of the City of Fort Worth, it be necessary; and, WHEREAS, said Contactor binds itself, upon receiving notice of the need therefore to repair or reconstruct said work as herein provided. .®. NOW THEREFORE, if said Contactor shall keep and perform its said agreement to maintain, repair or reconstruct said work in accordance with all the terms and conditions of said Contact, these presents shall be null .� F-5 0 and void, and have no force or effect. Otherwise this Bond shall be and remain in full force and effect, and said City shall have and recover from the said Contractor and its surety damages in the premises prescribed by said Contract. This obligation shall be continuing one and successive recoveries may be had hereon for successive breaches until the full amount hereof is cxhausted. WHEREAS, all parties covenant and agree that if any legal action be filed upon this bond, venue shall lie in Tarrant County, Texas; and, IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this instrument is executed in r counterparts, each one of which shall be deemed an original, dated CieJobrr I1 2005. ATTEST: (Z J (Print' Secretary (SEAL) Witness as to Principal 1225 E, Crosby, S—Al, Carrollton, TX (Address) 75043 ATTEST - (Surety ecretary Cooper Gen ral Contractors PRINCIPAL (4) BY:�,``' 1999 R_ rrnsh.-Al, Carrol to86 TX (Address) 7 Employers Mutual Casualty Co. BY:a � �i Surety __ 4,L -eA W • GtPss (Attorne -in-fact)) (5) 3200 Broadway Blvd. 5-400, Garland, TX (Address) 75043 NOTE: Date of Bond must not be prior to date of Contract (1) (2) (SEAL) (3 ) (4) — (5) Wi ess a to S *ot9 �200 3ttoAD�;A� r7 ✓D •; �-'for='; G,4�iza,�e.`i`x . 75oy3 (Address) F-6 Correct Name of Contractor A Corporation, a Partnership or an Individual, as case may be Correct name of Surety If Contractor is Partnership all Partners should execute Bond A true copy of Power of Attorney shall be attached to Bond by Attorney -in -Fact. x4�lal-��l�lhal'lid.�lr.IdP�llMlk�iaall:lGlh'.IrJ:i�1�1�1�1�1�''t'1:1117JYI�aaJ=7GlMJ.t�l�l.lb'f�1�1h�1171�Jr..1Gl.'f_6'fh41�1AG11aPyh'/GII� aN�IG1:1'..1�1,�111rG1���G1�'Ir1�411�)r'll�'�'� /EMC Insurance Companies I P.O. Box 712 •;Des Moines, IA 50303-0712 9 6 5 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY INDIVIDUAL ATTORNEY -IN -FACT KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that: ""• 1. Employers Mutual Casualty Company, an Iowa Corporation 5. Dakota Fire Insurance Company, a North Dakota Corporation 2. EMCASCO Insurance Company, an Iowa Corporation 6. EMC Property 8, Casualty Company, an Iowa Corporation 3 Union Insurance Company of Providence, an Iowa Corporation . 7. The Hamilton Mutual Insurance Company; an Oh1o.Cp ration 4. Illinois EMCASCO Insurance Company, an Iowa Corporation hereinafter referred to severally as "Company" and collectively as "Companies", each does, by these presents, make, constitute and appoint: ALLEN W. CRISS, RAYMON R. DYER, PERRY MAX, TAMMI ENTRIKEN, INDIVIDUALLY, DALLAS, TEXAS ..... ::.... its true and lawful attorney -in -fact, with full power and authority conferred to sign, seal, and execute its lawful bonds, undertakings, and other obligatory instruments of a similar nature as follows: IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING TEN MILLION DOLLARS ... ................................................... ......... ($10,000;000.00) :and, to bind each Company thereby as fully and to the same extent as if such instruments were signed .by the duly authorized officers of each such Company . snd all of the acts;of said attorney pursuant to the authority hereby given are hereby ratified and confirmed. The authority hereby granted shall expire April 1, 2008 unless sooner revoked. AUTHORITY FOR POWER OF ATTORNEY This Power-of-Attomey is made and executed pursuant to and by the authority of: the ,following resolution of the Boards of Directors of each of the Companies at a regularly scheduled meeting of each company duly called and held in 1999:' RESOLVED: The President and Chief Executive Officer, any VicePresident; the Treasurer and the Secretary of Employers Mutual Casualty Company shall have power and authority to (1) appoint attomeys-in #act and authorize them to execute on behalf of each Company and attach the seal of the Company thereto, bonds and undertakings, recognizances, contracts of indemnity and other writings obligatory in the nature thereof, and (2) to remove any such attomey in -fact at any time and revoke the power and authority given to him or her. Attomeys-in-fact shall have power and authority, subject to the terms and limitations of the power-of-attomey issued to them; to execute and deliver on behalf of the Company, and to attach the seal of the Company thereto, bonds and undertakings, recognizances, contracts of indemnity and other writings obligatory in the nature thereof, and any such instrument executed by any such attomey-in-fact shall be fully and in all respects binding upon the Company. Certification as to the validity of any power-of-attomey authorized herein made by an officer of Employers Mutual Casualty Company shall be fully and in all respects binding upon this Company. The facsimile or mechanically reproduced signature -of such officer, whether made heretofore or hereafter, wherever appearing upon a certified copy of any:: power-of-afiamey of the Company, shall be valid and binding upon the Company with the same force and affect as though manually affixed. IN INESS WHEREOF, the C have caused these nts to be'signed for each by their officers as shown, and the Corporate seals to be hereto affixed this �>n".�ii� .� .� fµ Seals ����,•.,,, ,.E'c '•-. .•` ' "., Bruce G. Kelley, Chairman Je rey S. Birdsley �W+SO 1NSU-94 JQPN`. ..., o q,, ; Q��, Y, a,c,�sG,, of Companies 2, 3, 4, 5 8 6; resident Assistant Secretary Ci':`�PPOPqPPORq o,9 of Company 1; Vice Chairman and o SEAL 0 1863 T 1953 = CEO of Company 7 1„� ,2 n i � 2 ioxn �d%. O ♦ ' •. ,ow'n '' < 27th January 2005 ,. ,< < • .........On this day of AD before me a `g�,Ueary�F EtlSSURgy'' �uluar c No Public in and for the State of Iowa, personally appeared Bruce G. Kelley and Jeffrey S. o , Q ,....,,.cF Qs qs ,' P Y PP Y G OR ••. O ,� %PORq ' �' ��;`' PORq o = Birdsley, who, being by me duly swom, did say that they are, and are known to me to be the "Fs= �=SOP F'�y�: Chairman, President, Vice Chairman and CEO, and/or Assistant Secretary, respectively, of SEAL s SEAL = 2 SEAL ` o each of The Companies above; that the seals affixed to this instrument are the seals of said „,.',r , • °.y °F '•. ,,,,,. �,P;= corporations; that said instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of each of the Companies /owa 4�RiHDPK��,,` �hMQINE$��,,•� by authority of their respective Boards.of Directors; and that the said Bruce G. Kelley and Jeffrey S: Birdsley; as such officers, acknowledge the execution of said instrument -to be the tIT1y voluntary act and deed of each of the Companies. My Commission Expires September 30, 2006. ++' RUTA KRUMINS oa ` Commission Number 176255 pC My Comm. Exp. Seot. 30.2006 Nola Public in and for the State —of Iowa l ►Y . _ A CERTIFICATE I, David L. Hixenbaugh, Vice President of the Companies, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution of the Boards of ;1reot l sl�v_each dj�e Companies, I f r e January 27, 2005 � �"r�§$, � . � t � ' f >P�l rrtrike, l ,. L orr behalf of are true andcorrect-acid are soli in full force and effect. ' In Testimony Whereof I have subscribed my name and affixed the facsimile seal of each Company this da of_An l � Vice -President l +r TO OBTAIN INFORMATION OR MAKE A COMPLAINT: You may contact Employers Mutual Casualty Company, Union Insurance of Providence, and/or EMCASCO Insurance Company for information or to make a complaint at: Employers Mutual Casualty Company Attn: Surety Claims P.O. Box 712 Des Moines, IA 50303 (515) 280-2689 (515) 280-2994 Fax You may contact the Texas Department of Insurance to obtain information on companies, coverages, rights or complaints at: Texas Department of Insurance P.O. Box 149104 Austin, TX 78714-9104 (800) 252-3439 ATTACH THIS NOTICE TO YOUR BOND. This notice is for information only and does not become a part or a condition of the attached document and is given to comply with Section 2253-048, Government Code, and Section 53.202, Property Code, effective September 1, 2001. }� 7209 CONTRACTOR COMPLIANCE WITH WORKER'S COMPENSATION LAW Pursuant to Article 8308-3.23 of Vernon's Annotated Civil Statutes, Contractor certifies that it provides worker's compensation insurance coverage for all of it's employees employed on City of Fort Worth Project Number P164-060164016001 .. &PcovPGR �11461 zgtile. oboroz CONTRA TOR Cq9i4&2AL, 600WKTU4' B : �Title Lvlc-�,l bS--, Date STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF TARRANT § BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day personally appeared 1�11✓Ti6�-R , known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same as the act and deed of for the purposes and consideration therein expressed and in the capacity therein stated. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF OFFICE this day of cckl X'K' , 2005. CHARLOTTE L. AHEARN i i = MY COMMISSION EXPIRES JANUARY 12, 2008 i " " Notary Publictaorhe State of Texas low 0 e so rl PART G — CONTRACT THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF TARRANT THIS CONTRACT, made and entered into DGfu6+r A L 005' by and between th` City of Fort Worth, a home -rule municipal corporation located in Tarrant County, Texas, acting through its City Manager thereunto duly authorized so to do, Party of the First Part, hereinafter termed "OWNER", and GlGJQ fo n�� 2'nJus .ifj D//�/.4Con�ikt�•.t of the City of _ `�°;il'0/l ,County of `Ile's and State oft2 L_ . - Party of the Second Part, hereinafter termed. "CONTRACTOR". - WITNESSETH: That for and in consideration of the payments and agreements hereinafter mentioned, to be made and performed by the Party of the First Part (Owner), said Party of the Second Part (Contractor) hereby agrees with the said Party of the First Part (Owner) to commence and complete certain improvements described as 44 follows: JENKIN HEIGHTS PUMP STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT v PROJECT NUMBER P164-060164016001 and all extra work connected therewith, under the terms as stated in the Contract Documents, and at his (their) own proper cost and expense to furnish all the materials, supplies, machinery, equipment, tools, superintendence, labor, bonds, insurance, and other accessories and services necessary to complete the said construction, in accordance with all the requirements of the Contract Documents, which include all maps, plats, blueprints and other drawings and printed or written explanatory matter thereof, and the specifications thereof, as prepared by the Engineers employed by the Owner, each of which has been identified by the endorsement of the Contractor and the Engineers thereon, Sir together with the Contractor's Written Proposal and the other parts of the Contract Documents hereto attached, including the Fort Worth Water Department General Contract Documents and General Specifications, all of which wa are made a part hereof and collectively evidence and constitute the entire contract. Wa The Contractor hereby agrees to commence work within ten (10) days after the date written notice to do so 7 shall have been given to him, and to substantially complete same within the time stated in the proposal. --�� G-1 10FFI C1 iiil, k�C00b Y. " NTH, TEX, The Owner agrees to pay the Contractor in current funds for the performance of the contract in accordance with the Proposal submitted therefor, subject to additions and deductions, as provided in the Contract Documents and all approved modifications thereof, and to make payment on account thereof as provided therein. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties to these presents have executed this Contract in sextuplicate in the year and day first above written. Citv of Fort Worth, Texas (Owner) Party of e irst a By: Marc Ott, Ass 4ityr 4 - Party,.of the Second Part Contractor W1 ES: ATTEST: Marty Hendrix, ' Secretary (SEAL) --C-)() CoatCt uthorizatfon 16 11 D1,6h4 Date CmNT-R/tC Tde S By:. - V APPROVAL RECOMMENDED- S. Frank Crumb, P.E., . Director Water Department G-2 kz Approve as t Form Assistant City AgOrne lob MW !N on APPENDIX "A" SELECTED STANDARD DETAILS FROM FORT WORTH WATER DEPARTMENT "GENERAL CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS" - JANUARY 1978 L i Concrete Blocking Main- �� Existing or Proposed Curb Pavement or Other Surface TrencF Basc / �trr, Anchoring Coup- N ling for Connec- ''c4 tion off of Con- Main crete Pipe 12" "0 + _ D i ametc r and a=�•• Larger Bury Depth: (1) 3'-6" for Cast Iron Pipe (2) 5'-0" for A-C Pipe Ref. Figure 6 6" Lead from Mains. 12" and Larger to Have Gate Valve Existing or Proposed Curb Bottom Rest r — -l•,� Concrete + :t Blocking L _ .J Fire Hydrant 4: 41 Exercise care to avoid a = • Plugging Drain Hole Witli ° Concrete Firc Hydrant to be Set Plumb 2'-6" Parkway -Gate - Gate Valve -6" Fire Hydrant Lead UL4111 --t Varies s STANDARD FIRE HYDRANT DETA 1-1-71 11 IIIFIGURE 5 11 �l/mil/J Extension Barrel and Stem for Extra Bury Depth if Necessary Minimum 7 C.F. Gravel Proportionally Around Base Concrete Blocking Concrete Rest 12" x 12" x ell r �q IL E1-12 Mat E212 Const Plug NOTE: Bearing Areas.shown are based on 150 P.S.I.G test pressure and 3000 P.S.F. soil bearing value. 9, ° Tee 1500## Concrete "Ell "'�1500# Concrete Bend HORIZONTAL BLOCKING TABLE *Dimension "X" May Vary If Necessary To Provide Bearing - Against Undisturbed Trench Wall Pipe X--� 11° - 15' 220 - 30' 45° 90° Tee & Plug Size Dim. min. nox -min--Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max Ft. "A" Are Vol "B" Area Vol, "C" Area Vol. "D" Area Vol. 'IF" area Vol 4" 1 . .90 .8 •05 .95 .90 .05 .95 .90 .05 .91 .82 .05 1.16 .58 .05 6" 1.5 .90 :8 .05- .95 .90 .05 1.05 1.10 .05 1.73 1.99 .05 1.19 1.41 .05 8" 1.5 .90 .8 .05 •95 •90 .05 1.41 2.00 .05 1.86 3.47 .1 1.57 2.46 .1 loll 1.5 .90 .8 .05,. 1.26 1.60 .05 1.79 3.20 .1 2.18 5.62 .2 1.99 3.98 .15 , 12" 1.5 1.10 1.2 .05 1.48 2.30 .1 2.14 4.50 .2 2.83 5.00 .3 2.38 5.65 .2 16" 2 1.41 2.0 .1 2.00 4.00 .1 2.83 8.00 .4 3.75 14.10 .65 3.16 10.00 .5 20" 2 1.77 3.10 .2 2.54 6.20 .3 3.52 12.40 .6 - 4.70 1.00 ).)5 3.9415.55 .75 24" 2 2. 14 4.50 .25 3.00 9.00 .5 4.25 18• l o .95 5.6.5 32.00 1.85 4.76 22.60 1.05 . 30" 2.5 2.66 7.10 .55 3.78 14.20 1.0 5.30 2&20 1 .75 7.05 4k%80 3.4 5.91 35. 33 2.1 36" 2.5 3.33 10.00 .75 4.50 20.40 1.4 6.36 40.80 2.65 8.50 72.00 5.1 7.2051 .00 2.95 42" 111,A811 3 3.72 4.38 13.8.01.2 5.25 27.60 2.2 18. 0 1.6 6. 7.41 5�30 8.48 4.1 q.90 ,7.SO 7,q 8.30 69.00 4.75 6.15 3 00 �•o0 2.9 ZOO (�aOO 5.4 11.14 126.50 10.4 9. 40 g0.03 T S4" 4.0 4.00 2 3n • 00 6.70 4500 7.00L 9.40 b 0. 00. 13.001 A2c)("'16. 10. 7di is Dob 2.0(R NOTES: Minimum areas shown are in square feet. Volumes shown -are in cubic yards. Vertical dimensions of all block bearing areas shall be Identical to the horizontal dimension shown.^ moo., HORIZONTAL BLOCKING DETAIL E-1- 20 Material 1-)-78 FIGURE 9 E-2-20 Construction J to l< Ld Ls•a � TO' VIEW OF Lit I0.13' 95" Ir. ................................. .......... CUD— LID SIX ELEVATION 22" • Is. �,�5" 21.05" LON61TUOINAL SECTION A -A, I�r •,25" I� BOTTOM VIE W OF LID LID END ELEVATION I L7 .����s 1'r'. •� GAUGE WELDtD • WIRE FRAMt 1.5"R � • a-R 94* ILA--- 14.29•. , END SECTION oaf CRY OF 101rT WORTH TtXA WATER DEPAR' NAT CLASS A" 5TACONCRETE METER BOX WITH C.I. LID FOR V 4 1" METERS 'CALL AZ WOWN J 1 MATERIAL LIST AQ Standard 4 3 "Corporation Stop(w/Tap Saddle when required) © Standard 4 Curb Stop a 90° Elbow. 3" © 4 Type K Copper Service Line Eclipse TM No. 88 Sampling Station with 12 depth of bury. 2' x 2' Concrete Pad Closs'B' Concrete (2500 *) w/ * 4 Rebar@a 12'1 C-C Each wayi3" Min. Clear Cover Woler O Moin�� III 30"Min. A a. O W M ZZ NOTESi I. Backfill Trench Area with sand. 5. When placing station next to fire 2. Place Sampling Station next to power - hydrant DO NOT tap fire hydrant lead 8% pole,elevated tank, street sign,tree, maintain distance of 4' for proper or fire ,hydrant o.peration of fire hydrant.' 6. In I ieu of tapping main connect to 3. Place Sampling Station with door existing large valve copper risers facing street, when possible. 4. Install Sampling Station on' Short Side' of street. 0 WATER SAMPLING DETAIL MAY 1990 FIGURE 34 OCT. 1989Rev. 1 PMS 167 (Copper) PMS 288 je) r7-- FMS 188 ( ue) y a, - nil It . 3„ 3' -1 5 :3" 4' -1.5" 2.2511 _,r___� . FORTWORTH T- 2.25 " _. O , N 1.5it — �- -M 8196 Four.. Water _ Funds In Action3.75 _ _ N O _ 1 �! l �armatlon about Fort North �Va')tgvn. :: ProgranI, call 2-T Q "! 4.5 White ' PMS 288 (Blue) PROJECT SIGN Finure 30 Scale 1" =1' E2-1 Constr '.)n APPENDIX "B" Proposal by HSQ Technology for RTU Equipment and Programming Mailing Address: Shipping Address: C313E) P.O. Box 4557 26227 Research Road TECHNOLOGY Hayward, California 94540-4557 Hayward, California 94545-3725 ....,,,,,. . _-..,..,..o,..,�_ ... Telephone: (510)259-1334 ♦ Facsimile: (510)259-1392 ♦ htw-11wwwhs4.com .� Via Email bill2off@swbell.net, Chri stopher.H arder @ FortW orthGov. ora Via Fax: 817/392-8195 August 9, 2005 McCreary & Associates Attention: Bill Goff Reference: Jenkins Heights PS RTU City of Fort Worth, Texas HSQ Quotation No. 0501-0007-AN Gentlemen: HSQ Technology is pleased to offer you a quotation for the referenced project in accordance with the Contract Specification Section 16900, Instrumentation, as it applies to HSQ and our equipment. HSQ will supply the upgraded processor, and all required parts, to upgrade the RTU at Jenkins Heights Pump Station. We will reuse the radio and any other parts that are compatible with the new processor. HSQ will make all programming changes, including the RTU programming and the central changes. Included • One (1) new HSQ Model 25X86 Processor. • One (1) new Power Supply. • New UO boards as required. • Add and make programming changes for the revised and added 1/0 to the main computer at the Holly WTP SCADA Building. This is to include the database, graphics, and reports. • Installation of HSQ boards during the start-up trip. • RTU drawing. • Start-up, training, and other items as required. Excluded • Installation, except as listed above. • Sales tax. • Bonds. Our total lump sum price for the above is $19,395.00 and is valid for a period of ninety (90) days. Terms are prepaid, COD, or 30 days on approval of credit. Promote Safety . . . Every Day 1 An Equal Opportunity Employer California Contractor's License 378393 ®B TECHNOLOGY Page 2 August 9, 2005 Re: Jenkins Heights PS RTU City of Fort Worth, Texas HSQ Quotation No. 0501-0007-AN Please note that HSQ Technology will assume that the contractor has completed all installation, and checked out all wiring and equipment, before scheduling the startup trip. Additional trips will be invoiced at $1,500.00 per day plus expenses in accordance with our normal Service Pricing Sheet. HSQ needs a minimum of three (3) weeks notice to schedule the startup trip. Please call the undersigned at 800/486-6684 if you have any questions. Very truly yours, HSQ TECHNOLOGY C— Alan T. Nelson Estimating Manager ATN:rm"" Page l of City of Fort Worth, Texas Mayor and Council Communication COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 10/11/2005 - Ordinance No. 16644-10-2005 & Ordinanc 16645-10-2005 & Ordinance No. 16646-10-2005 DATE: Tuesday, October 11, 2005 LOG NAME: 60JENKINS REFERENCE NO.: **C SUBJECT: C - 21 0 Q)0 Adopt Appropriation Ordinances and Authorize Execution of Contract with G.P. Cooper Indu Inc., d/b/a Cooper General Contractors for the Jenkins Heights Pump Station Rehabilitation Pri RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriation in the' Capital Project Fund in the amount of $461,820.00, from Impact Fees; 2. Authorize the transfer of $461,820.00 from the Water Capital Project Fund -Impact Fee, to the Capital Project Fund; 3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $461,820.00 from available funds; 4. Authorize the transfer of $100,180.00 from the Water and Sewer Operating Fund to the Water C Project Fund; 5. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriation in the' Capital Project Fund in the amount of $100,180.00 from available funds; and 6. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with G.P. Cooper Industries, Inc., d/b/a C General Contractors in the amount of $537,000.00 for the Jenkins Heights Pump Station Rehabili Project. DISCUSSION: The Jenkins Heights pump station was constructed in the 1960's, with a rated capacity of 2.5 n gallons per day. The water master plan recommends expanding this pump station to 5 million gallon day firm pumping capacity. The scope of work within this construction contract is to replace aged electrical switchgear, install pumps and motors, replace piping, valves and fittings, replace meter and meter vault, add a han ramp, landscaping and larger parking area. The project was advertised for Bid in the Commercial Recorder on August 11 and August 18, 200E September 15, 2005, the following bids were received: BIDDER TOTAL BID CONTRACT TIME http://www.cfwnet.org/council_packet/Reports/mc_print.asp 10/12/2005 Page 2 of 2 Cooper General Contractors Steve Dake Construction $537,000.00 180 Calendar Days $611,110.00 In addition to the contract cost, $25,000 is provided for project contingencies. This project is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 7. G.P. Cooper Industries, Inc. d/b/a Cooper General Contractors, is in compliance with the City's Mi Ordinance by committing to 22% M/WBE participation. The City's goal on this project is 18%. FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION: The Finance Director certifies that upon approval and completion of the above recommendations ar adoption of the attached appropriation ordinances, funds will be available in the 2004-05 capital budg appropriated, of the Water Capital Projects Fund. TO Fund/Account/Centers Z&31 P164 472045 060164016001 3) P164 541200 060164016001 4 & 5) P164 472045 060164016001 5) P164 541200 060164016001 D PW53 488023 060530200050 FROM Fund/Account/Centers $461.820.00 PW53 538040 060530200050 $461.8: $461.820.00 4) PE45 538070 0609020 $100.1f ED $537.0( $100,180.00 P164 541200 060164016001 $100.180.00 $461,820.00 Submitted for Citv Manaaer's Office bv: Oriainatina Department Head: Additional Information Contact: Marc Ott (8476) S. Frank Crumb (8207) S. Frank Crumb (8207) http://www.cfwnet.org/council_packet/Reports/mc_print.asp 10/12/2005