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HARRIS COUNTY Job No. 19/0009

INVITATION FOR BID

COVER SHEET

INVITATION FOR BID: Inspection and Rehabilitation of Storm Damaged Homes for the Harris County

Community Service Department (For one (1) year beginning approximately May 1, 2019)

BID DUE DATE: Monday, February 18, 2019 Due no later than 2:00 P.M. CST.

NO EXCEPTIONS.

QUESTIONS DUE DATE: Friday, February 8, 2019

MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE DATE: Tuesday, February 5, 2019

BIDDERS’ NOTE: Carefully read all instructions, requirements and specifications. Fill out all forms

properly and completely. Offerors must submit hardcopy Sealed Bids by hand-

delivering or mailing Sealed Bids to the address listed below.

RESPONSE MUST SHOW THE IFB NUMBER, DESCRIPTION AND BE

MARKED “SEALED PROPOSAL”.

BID MUST SHOW THE IFB NUMBER, DESCRIPTION AND BE MARKED

“SEALED BID”.

RETURN BID TO: Sealed bids must be hand-delivered or mailed to:

HARRIS COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT

1001 PRESTON, SUITE 670

HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002

Buyer: Denise Boone at 713-274-4460 or denise.boone@pur.hctx.net

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION

II. TIMETABLE

III. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

IV. BID SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

V. EVALUATION & AWARD PROCEDURES

VI. GENERAL PROVISIONS

VII. SCOPE OF WORK & SPECIFICATIONS

VIII. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS & PAYMENT

IX. ATTACHMENTS

☒ Attachment A – Housing Construction Inspection Services-Contractor Specification Manual

☒ Attachment B – Bid & Addenda Acknowledgement

☒ Attachment C – Bid Schedule/Pricing Form

☒ Attachment D – Certification Regarding Lobbying

☒ Attachment E – Form 1295

☒ Attachment F – Statement of Bidder Qualifications

☐ Attachment G – Form SF-330 – Architect-Engineer Qualifications (if applicable)

☒ Attachment H – Subcontractor Listing Form

☒ Attachment I – References

☐ Attachment J – GLO Contractor Offer Certification (if applicable)

☒ Attachment K – Contractor Profile

☒ Attachment L – Bid Check Return Authorization Form

☒ Attachment M – Performance Bond for Public Works Contracts over $100,000

☐ Attachment N – Performance Bond for Non-public Works Contracts over $50,000

☒ Attachment O – Payment Bond

☒ Attachment P – Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards & Requirements

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☒ Attachment Q – Certification of Bidder Regarding Civil Rights Laws and Regulations

☐ Attachment R – GLO Contractor Certification of Efforts to Fully Comply with Employment and

Training Provisions of Section 3 (if applicable)

☒ Attachment S – Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan (if applicable)

☐ Attachment T – GLO Section 3 Self-Certification for Business Concerns (if applicable)

☒ Attachment U – Section 3 Clause (if applicable)

☒ Attachment V – Minimum Insurance Requirements

☒ Attachment W – Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Rule 110.110

☒ Attachment Y – Prevailing Wage Rates, Worker Classification Definitions and Payroll Submittal

Instructions

☐ Attachment Z – Davis Bacon Current Wage Decision (if applicable)

☒ Attachment AA – Harris County Minimum Property Standards

☒ Attachment BB – Required Contract Provisions

I. INTRODUCTION

Harris County administers Federal grant funds received from various sources, including but not limited to the

Texas General Land Office (GLO), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). All purchases made with grant monies shall comply

with the terms and conditions of the grant, as well as the applicable Federal, State, and County procedures

regarding these purchases.

All Federal grant awards are subject to the Uniform Administrative Requirements and Cost Principles, codified

at 2 CFR 200. This includes the standards for procurements under Federal grants, which applies to contracts for

services, goods, construction, or repair. Harris County shall follow applicable local and State requirements

except to the extent that these are inconsistent with Federal statutes, regulations, or grant conditions. In other

words, Harris County shall follow the rule that allows compliance with all the rules that apply to it: Federal,

State, and local. If compliance with all applicable levels is not possible and no rule is more restrictive than

another, Harris County shall follow the Federal rule.

This contract shall be funded, in whole or in part, with Federal grant monies. Harris County is authorized

to use the sealed bid (formal advertising) method of procurement for this contract opportunity in

accordance with 2 CFR 200.320(c).

Harris County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority Business Enterprises, Small

Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Historically Underutilized Businesses, Section 3 Business

Concerns, and labor surplus area firms are encouraged to submit bids.

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A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

As used herein, the term “Contractor” shall mean and refer to Bidder selected pursuant to this IFB process

that enters into a contract with Harris County.

Inspection and Rehabilitation of Storm Damaged Homes for the Harris County Community Service

Department

B. PROJECT SCHEDULE

To Be Determined (TBD)

C. ANTICIPATED CONTRACT TERM

The Contract shall commence on the date on the Notice to Proceed Letter and shall remain in effect until

Inspection and Final Acceptance of all required work for the Project and completion of all required services.

The anticipated Contract Term under this IFB is for one (1) year with a maximum of four (4) one-year

renewal options.

II. TIMETABLE

A. MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE

1. Attendance at the Pre-Bid Conference is mandatory. Bidders must attend to discuss the

requirements of the IFB and identify any common questions. Persons with disabilities requiring

special/reasonable accommodations should contact the Purchasing Office at (713) 274-4400 at least

two (2) days prior to the pre-bid conference.

The Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held at: 2:00 P.M.CST on Tuesday, February 5,

2019, at:

Office of the Purchasing Agent

1001 Preston Street

Houston, TX 77002

Due to space constraints, Harris County requests that Bidders limit their firms’ attendance at the

Pre-Bid Conference to two company representatives. Should you wish to attend, please RSVP to

Denise Boone, Contracts Administrator, at 713-274-4460 or email at

denise.boone@pur.hxtx.net.

2. Bidders are responsible for fully acquainting themselves with the conditions of the Project site

(which may include more than one site), as well as those relating to the construction and labor of

the Project, and for informing themselves with respect to local labor availability, means of

transportation, necessity for security, laws and codes, local permit requirements, wage scales, local

tax structure, contractors’ licensing requirements, availability of required insurance, and other

factors that could affect the Work. It the responsibility of each Bidder to fully understand the

facilities, difficulties and restrictions which may impact the cost or effort required to complete the

Project.

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B. QUESTIONS

It is the responsibility of each Bidder to examine the entire IFB package, seek clarification in writing, and

review their Bid for accuracy before submitting. It is the responsibility of each Bidder before submitting a

Bid, to:

1. Examine the Invitation for Bid Documents thoroughly;

2. Visit the site or structure to become familiar with conditions that may affect costs, progress,

performance or furnishing of the Work; and

3. Take into account Harris County, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and

requirements that may affect costs, progress, performance, furnishing of the Work, or award.

During the period between issuance of this IFB and the Bid due date, no oral interpretation of the IFB’s

requirements will be provided to any prospective Bidder. Requests for interpretation (and other questions)

must be made in writing by the questions deadline via email to Denise.Boone@pur.hctx.net. The deadline

for submission of questions relating to this IFB is Friday, February 8, 2019 at 12:00 P.M. CST.

All questions submitted in writing prior to the deadline will be compiled and answered in writing via an

Addendum. A copy of all questions and answers via Addendum will be published online and/or forwarded

in an email to all firms. The County will not be bound by any information conveyed verbally.

The submission of a Bid shall constitute an incontrovertible representation by Bidder that Bidder has

complied with the IFB requirements and that without exception, the Bid is premised upon performing and

furnishing the Work detailed in the Invitation for Bid Documents and that the provided documents are

sufficient in scope and detail to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for

performance and furnishing of the Work.

C. ADDENDA

Prior to the submission deadline, Harris County may wish to amend, add to, or delete from the contents of

this IFB. Harris County may also issue clarifications resulting from any pre-bid conferences or questions

submitted. In such situations, Harris County shall issue an Addendum to the IFB setting forth the nature of

the modification. Once an Addendum is issued, it will be uploaded to BuySpeed and/or Civcast, and all

Bidders who have downloaded the IFB will be notified via email that an Addendum is ready to be

downloaded.

D. EXTENSIONS

The County reserves the right to extend the bid due date and time prescribed above. However, unless the

County issues a written Addendum to this IFB that extends the Bid due date and time for all Bidders, the

bid due date and time prescribed above shall remain in effect.

E. PUBLIC BID OPENING

Pursuant to 2 CFR 200.320(c)(2)(iii), all bids will be opened at the time and place prescribed in this

Invitation For Bids, and the Bids shall be opened publicly.

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Sealed Bids will be opened publicly on February 18, 2019, shortly after 2:00 P.M. CST. The public bid

opening will be held at The Office of the Purchasing Agent, 1001 Preston Street, Suite 670, Houston, TX

77002. Late Bids will not be accepted – no exceptions.

F. SCHEDULE SUMMARY

The following is the estimated timetable and is provided to assist responding firms in planning:

IFB Release Date January 18, 2019

Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference February 5, 2019, 2:00 P.M. CST

Submission of Questions Deadline February 8, 2019, 12:00 P.M. CST

Bid Submission Deadline February 18, 2019, 2:00 P.M. CST

Notice to Proceed When directed by Harris County

III. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

A. BIDDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

1. By submitting a Bid in response to this IFB, Bidders accept the solicitation process as it has been

outlined in this IFB.

2. All bids are required to remain in effect for at least 120 days from the date of submission. This

effective period should be taken into account when preparing the bid.

3. Harris County will not be liable for any costs incurred by the Bidder in preparing a response to this

IFB. Bidders submit Bid(s) at their own risk and expense. Harris County makes no guarantee that

any products or services will be purchased as a result of this IFB and reserves the right to reject any

and all Bids. All Bids and accompanying documentation will become the property of Harris

County. By submitting a Bid, Bidders acknowledge and accept that reference checks and/or

background investigation may be conducted as a part of the due-diligence process. Award will be

made to the lowest, responsible, and responsive Bidder who submits a response to this IFB.

4. In signing and submitting the Bid & Addenda Acknowledgment (Attachment B) with its Bid, Bidder

acknowledges that it has examined all documents, attachments, forms, specifications, addenda, and

all instructions. Bidders are responsible for consulting the standards referenced in this IFB. Failure

of Bidder to so examine and inform itself shall be at its sole risk, and no relief for error or omission

will be given except as required under State law.

5. READ THIS ENTIRE DOCUMENT CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW ALL

INSTRUCTIONS. THE BIDDER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FULFILLING ALL

REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS.

B. BID SUBMISSION OPTIONS

Bids must be submitted in hard copy as detailed in Section C of the next page.

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C. HARD COPY BID SUBMISSION

1. FOR HARD COPY SUBMISSIONS, Bidders may hand-deliver or mail their Bids to:

HARRIS COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT

1001 PRESTON, SUITE 670

HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002

Buyer: Denise Boone at 713-274-4460 or denise.boone@pur.hctx.net

2. Bids must be sealed and must show the IFB Number, Description and be marked “SEALED BID”.

3. Bids must include:

ONE (1) original Bid package, clearly marked “ORIGINAL”

ONE (1) copy of the Bid package, clearly marked “COPY”

All documents must be labeled with the Bidder’s name and the IFB number. Any response

received by the Office of the Harris County Purchasing Agent that is not identified on the

outside with the IFB number will be at risk for rejection.

Bid must indicate for which contract opportunities the Bidder is submitting.

All Bids must be typed, single spaced, and formatted to print on 8 ½” by 11” paper.

Submissions must be organized in the order as shown in Section IV – Bid Submission

Checklist.

Each section of the Bidder’s response should start on a new page. A tabbed divider page

marked with the section number should separate each section.

Bidders should prepare a Table of Contents for the Bid being submitted. The Table of

Contents must list all sections and the contents of each section.

D. ONLINE BID SUBMISSION (NOT APPLICABLE)

E. DIGITAL FORMAT

If, in its Bid response, Bidder makes any changes whatsoever to the County’s published IFB specifications,

the County’s IFB specifications, as published, shall control. Furthermore, if a Bidder has been found to

have made an alteration of any kind to the County’s published IFB specifications, or the work under the

Contract is not being performed, the Contract is subject to immediate cancellation.

F. LATE BIDS; BID RETURNS

Bids are due to the Harris County Purchasing Department by the date and time specified on the cover sheet

and as listed under Section II - Timetable. Harris County will not accept late bids. Late bids will be

rejected. If a solicitation is cancelled, submitted bids will not be returned.

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G. SCANNED OR RE-TYPED RESPONSE

If in its response, Bidder either electronically scans, re-types, or in some way reproduces the County’s

published IFB package, then in the event of any conflict between the terms and provisions of the County’s

published IFB package, or any portion thereof, and the terms and provisions of the response made by

Bidder, the County’s IFB package as published shall control. Furthermore, if an alteration of any kind to

the County’s published IFB package is only discovered after the Contract is executed and is or is not being

performed, the Contract is subject to immediate cancellation.

H. BID & ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Bidders must sign Attachment B, Bid & Addenda Acknowledgement, and include with their bid submission.

In cases where Addenda are issued under this solicitation, Bidder must ensure all Addenda are reflected

within the Bid & Addenda Acknowledgement document, and Bidder must sign and submit the actual

Addenda documents. All Addenda issued under this IFB must be acknowledged by Bidder, and original

signed copies of the Bid & Addenda Acknowledgement and original signed copy(ies) of Addenda must be

included with the bid package. All Addenda shall become a part of the requirements for this IFB. The

County may deem a bid non-responsive for failure of Bidder to acknowledge any and all Addenda.

I. PRICING

Bidder must provide the pricing as requested for all services and/or items specified within the Bid Schedule

/ Pricing Form (Attachment C).

Pricing must be all-inclusive. No price or rate changes, additions, or subsequent qualifications will be

honored during the course of the Contract.

Any rates provided to the County must be all-inclusive. “All-inclusive” shall be construed as costs

incorporating all charges for service, labor, material, equipment, overhead, and any other costs. No separate

line item rates or charges for services listed in the scope of work will be accepted.

J. SECTION 3 UTILIZATION COMMITMENT

DISCLAIMER: THIS SOLICITATION DOES INVOLVE HUD FUNDING AND THEREFORE

SECTION 3 DOES APPLY.

Bidders should indicate all firms proposed as subcontractors on this project, and whether any of the firms

are Section 3 Business Concerns. Section 3 Business Concerns can be found on the HUD Section 3 website

at https://portalapps.hud.gov/Sec3BusReg/BRegistry/What

Bidders must complete and submit the Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan form (Attachment

S), with their Bid. The Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan should detail the Bidder’s goals to

hire new Section 3 residents and/or subcontract with Section 3 Business Concerns. Businesses which fit

the definition of a Section 3 business must complete and submit the GLO Section 3 Self-Certification for

Business Concerns form (Attachment T).

Upon award, Bidders will also be required to provide all pertinent information related to Section 3 residents

and Section 3 Business Concerns including but not limited to the self-certification forms, copies of lease

agreements, copies of documents evidencing participation in public assistance programs, copies of

documents as proof of income, and other pertinent documents. Harris County shall monitor and evaluate

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Contractor’s, and Contractor’s subcontractors, Section 3 compliance towards achieving the numerical goals

relative to Section 3 employment, training, and contracting on a monthly basis throughout the contract

period. Contractor shall be responsible for providing monthly reports in the format requested by Harris

County.

K. HUB / MWBE UTILIZATION COMMITMENT

Bidders are required to facilitate Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) and/or Minority & Women-

Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation and must complete and submit the Section 3

Employment & Minority Business Plan form (Attachment S) with their Bid. MWBE Utilization Plan should

include Bidder’s subcontracting and hiring plans, as well as a list of the HUB / MWBE firms Bidder intends

to utilize to perform the contract.

Bidders must indicate the type of work to be performed by each firm and whether each firm is a HUB /

MWBE or non-HUB / MWBE firm. Bidder must include certification or documentation that it, or its

subcontractor(s), is HUB-certified by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts or the local MWBE office

in their jurisdiction. Harris County shall monitor and evaluate Contractor’s HUB / MWBE compliance

throughout the contract period. Contractor shall be responsible for providing reports in the format requested

by Harris County.

L. BID BOND

If the Contract is for the construction of public works, or the Contract value is anticipated to exceed

$100,000, Bidder must furnish a good and sufficient bid bond in the amount of five (5) percent of the total

Contract price (LGC 262.032). A bid bond must be executed with a surety company authorized to do

business in this state. Bid bonds must be submitted with the Bid package as follows:

Individual bid bond payable to Harris County for 5% of the total amount of each separate bid (if applicable),

or

Bank cashier’s check payable to Harris County for 5% of the total amount of each separate bid (if

applicable). *NOTE: If Bidder is submitting Bid online through CivCast, and is electing to provide a

cashier’s check in lieu of a bid bond, the cashier’s check must be physically dropped off in a sealed envelope

referencing the Job No. before the due date of this IFB at the address provided on the IFB Cover Sheet. If

submitting a cashier’s check or certified check instead of a bid bond, Bidders must complete the Bid Check

Return Authorization Form (Attachment L) and attach to bid check. All bid checks must be for the required

amount and be payable to Harris County, not payable to any individual. See Section VI, General

Provisions of this IFB for surety requirements.

M. CERTIFICATE OF INTERESTED PARTIES (FORM 1295)

Texas law requires that all parties who enter into any contract with the County must disclose all interested

parties. Bidders submitting bids are required to complete and submit Form 1295 the Certificate of Interested

Parties (Attachment E) with their bid.

Upon award, the successful Bidder must electronically submit Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties

using the following website: https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/whatsnew/elf_info_form1295.htm

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All contracts and contract amendments, extensions, or renewals executed by the Commissioners Court will

require the completion of Form 1295 “Certificate of Interested Parties” pursuant to Government Code §

2252.908.

N. SUBCONTRACTOR LISTING FORM

With its Bid, Bidder is required to complete and submit the Subcontractor Listing Form (Attachment H) to

list any potential subcontractors, professionals, suppliers, and vendors that Bidder may work with in

connection the project. The County reserves the right to reject Bidder’s proposed subcontractors on any

reasonable basis. Harris County must approve the actual subcontractors prior to their use.

For each subcontractor listed, the Bidder shall be required to provide the following information, as required

by the attached form: approximate contract value, description of subcontractor work, start and end date of

the subcontract and identification of the subcontractor’s industry. Bidder shall be responsible for ensuring

any subcontractors used are properly licensed, insured, and authorized to work under government contracts

by checking state, local, and federal debarment lists.

The Contractor shall also be required to list any and all subcontractors used over the course of the Contract.

If any of the required information changes throughout the term of the contract, Contractor will be required

to submit a revision to the County, identifying any changes. Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring

any subcontractors used are properly licensed, insured, and authorized to work under government contracts

by checking state, local, and federal debarment lists. Bidder shall be responsible for obtaining, and

submitting with their Bid, licenses for any subcontractors / subconsultants if the work being performed by

the subcontractor requires licensing in accordance with state or federal law.

IV. BID SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

Bidder’s IFB submission package must include the components checked below, in the order in which they are

listed. If the item is “X” checked, the item must be included in Bidder’s submission in order for the submission

to be considered complete. Bidders are asked to review the documentation to ensure all applicable parts are

included. If any portion of this IFB or its attachments are missing, notify the Purchasing Department

immediately. Bidder should be thoroughly familiar with all of the following items applicable to the bid

submission before submitting a bid.

☒ 1. Bid & Addenda Acknowledgement – Bidder must sign and submit the Bid & Addenda

Acknowledgement form, included as Attachment B.

☒ 2. Bid Schedule / Pricing Information – Bidder must complete the Bid Schedule/Pricing

Information form, included as Attachment C.

☒ 3. Certification Regarding Lobbying – Bidder must sign and submit the Certification

Regarding Lobbying form, included as Attachment D.

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Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) – Bidders are required to complete and submit

Form 1295 with their bid, included as Attachment E. Upon award, the successful Bidder must

electronically submit Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties using the following website:

https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/whatsnew/elf_info_form1295.htm

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☒ 5. Statement of Bidder Qualifications – Bidder must complete and submit the Statement of

Bidder Qualifications form, included as Attachment F.

☒ 6. Bidder and Subcontractor Licensing / Certifications – Bidder must submit any applicable

licensing and/or certifications required for the completion of the scope of work under this IFB.

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Form SF-330 – Architect-Engineer Qualifications (if applicable) – Bidder must complete

and submit Form SF-330 – Architect-Engineer Qualifications for any work requiring

Architects or Engineers, included as Attachment G.

☒ 8. Subcontractor Listing Form – Bidder must complete and submit the Subcontractor Listing

Form, included as Attachment H.

☒ 9. References – Bidder must complete and submit the References form, included as Attachment

I.

☐ 10.

GLO Contractor Bid Certification – When applicable, Bidder must complete and submit

the Contractor Bid Certification (Attachment J), which is required by the Texas General Land

Office for any CDBG-DR projects.

☒ 11. Bid Check Return Authorization Form – Bidder must sign and submit the Bid Check Return

Authorization form (if a bid bond is required), included as Attachment L.

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Bid Bond (if applicable) – If the contract is for the construction of public works, or the

contract value is anticipated to exceed $100,000, Bidder must furnish a good and sufficient

bid bond (either an individual bid bond or a bank cashier’s check) in the amount of five (5)

percent of the total contract price.

☒ 13.

Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards & Requirements – Bidder must sign

and submit the Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards & Requirements form,

included as Attachment P.

☒ 14.

Certification of Bidder Regarding Civil Rights Laws and Regulations – Bidder must

complete and submit the Certification of Bidder Regarding Civil Rights Laws and Regulations

(Attachment Q), which requires successful Bidder to adopt and abide by equal employment

opportunity and affirmative action in their hiring, firing, and promotion practices. This

includes practices related to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, and

veterans’ rights

☐ 15.

GLO Contractor Certification of Efforts to Fully Comply with Employment and

Training Provisions of Section 3 – When applicable, Bidder must complete and submit the

GLO Contractor Certification of Efforts to Fully Comply with Employment and Training

Provisions of Section 3 (Attachment R), which is required by the Texas General Land Office

for any CDBG-DR projects.

☒ 16. Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan – When applicable, Bidder must

complete and submit the Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan (Attachment S),

which demonstrates the commitment and/or ability to fulfill Section 3 Hiring and

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Subcontracting Goals and MWBE and/or HUB Hiring and Subcontracting Goals under this

contract, which is required for any HUD-funded projects expected to exceed $100,000.

☒ 17. Certification or documentation that Bidder, or its subcontractor(s), is HUB-certified by the

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts or the local MWBE office in their jurisdiction

☐ 18.

GLO Section 3 Self-Certification for Business Concerns – When applicable, Bidders which

fit the definition of a Section 3 business, or subcontractors of the Bidder which fit the

definition of a Section 3 businesses, must complete and submit the GLO Section 3 Self-

Certification for Business Concerns form (Attachment T), which is required by the Texas

General Land Office for any CDBG-DR projects.

☒ 19.

Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (if applicable) – Bidders who enter or seek to enter into

a contract with Harris County must disclose Bidder’s or its employees’ affiliation, business

relationship, employment, family relationship, or provision of gifts that might cause a conflict

of interest with Harris County. By law, the Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (provided by

the Texas Ethics Commission at www.ethics.state.tx.us) must be filed with the records

administrator of Harris County not later than the 7th business day after the date Bidder

becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be filed.

☒ 20. Statement of Conflicts (if applicable) A statement of conflicts (if any) the Bidder or key

employees may have regarding these services.

☒ 21.

System for Award Management results – Bidder must include verification that your

company as well as the company’s principal is not debarred through the System for Award

Management (www.SAM.gov). Bidder must enclose a print out of the search results that

includes the record date.

☒ 22.

Sample Insurance Certificate – Bidder must provide a sample Insurance Certificate which

adheres to the Minimum Insurance Requirements shown under Attachment V (does not

supersede the “Hold Harmless” provision of the General Requirements section).

V. EVALUATION & AWARD PROCEDURES

A. NONCONFORMING BIDS

Bids that are incomplete, contain material irregularities or include alterations to or terms and conditions

that do not conform to the terms and conditions of the IFB, or otherwise do not comply with the

requirements of the IFB are subject to rejection as non-responsive. In accordance with the regulations of 2

CFR 200 and the laws of the State of Texas, Harris County reserves the right to waive any informality or

irregularity, to make awards to more than one Bidder, and/or to reject any or all bids if there is a sound

documented reason.

B. EVALUATION PROCESS

Harris County will select the responsive and responsible Bidder that, in the opinion of Harris County, has

been determined to have submitted the lowest bid based on all identified factors.

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Prices proposed by Bidder shall be irrevocable until Contract award unless the bid is withdrawn. A Bid may

be withdrawn by a Bidder, provided an authorized representative of the Bidder submits a written request to

withdraw the Bid prior to the time set for opening the Bids.

C. BASIS OF AWARD

Pursuant to 2 CFR 200.320(c)(2)(iv), Harris County shall evaluate Bids in response to this solicitation, and

intends to award a firm fixed price contract to the responsive and responsible bidder, whose Bid, considering

price and any price-related factors specified in the solicitation, is the lowest.

Where specified in these bidding documents, factors such as discounts, transportation cost, and life cycle

costs shall be considered in determining which bid is lowest. Payment discounts will only be used to

determine the low bid when prior experience indicates that such discounts are usually taken advantage of.

D. UNBALANCED BID

Harris County may reject any Bid as nonresponsive if it is materially unbalanced as to the prices for the

various items of work to be performed. A Bid is materially unbalanced when it is based on prices

significantly less than cost for some work and prices which are significantly overstated for other work.

E. CONTRACT OBLIGATION

If award is recommended, Harris County Commissioners Court must award the Contract and the County

Judge or other person authorized by the Harris County Commissioners Court must sign the Contract before

it becomes binding on Harris County or Bidder. Department heads are NOT authorized to sign agreements

for Harris County. Binding agreements shall remain in effect until all products and/or services covered by

this procurement have been satisfactorily delivered and accepted.

No award can be made until approved by the Harris County Commissioners Court. This IFB does not

obligate Harris County to the eventual purchase of any services described, implied or which may be

proposed. Progress toward this end is solely at the discretion of Harris County and may be terminated at

any time prior to execution of a contract.

F. RESPONSIBILITY

Harris County shall award contracts only to responsible Bidders who have the ability to perform

successfully under the terms and conditions of the proposed contract. Information provided in the Statement

of Bidder Qualifications form (Attachment F) may be used, in part, by Harris County to assess Bidders’

responsibility.

To be considered responsible, a Bidder must:

1. Have adequate financial resources to perform the contract, or the ability to obtain them;

2. Be able to comply with the required or proposed delivery or performance schedule, taking into

consideration all existing business commitments;

3. Have a satisfactory performance record;

4. Have a satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics;

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5. Have the necessary organization, experience, accounting and operational controls, and technical

skills, or the ability to obtain them;

6. Have the necessary production, construction, and technical equipment and facilities, or the ability

to obtain them; and

7. Be otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations.

Before being considered for award, the Bidder may be requested by Harris County to submit a statement or

other documentation regarding any of the items above. Failure by the Bidder to provide such additional

information shall render the Bidder nonresponsive and ineligible for award.

Responsible Bidders must have the experience necessary to complete the Scope of Work and ability to

comply with Texas and Harris County requirements and all federal codes, policies and regulations

applicable to this project.

For any work which may involve or require Architects or Engineers, Bidders must submit Form SF-330 –

Architect-Engineer Qualifications, included under Attachment G. If applicable, Bidders must submit a

completed Form SF-330 – Architect-Engineer Qualifications for each of the subcontractors proposed to be

used in the completion of the Contract (Harris County must approve the actual subcontractors prior to their

use).

Harris County shall conduct research to determine that a Bidder is responsible. Some methods to determine

responsibility include:

Compliance with Delivery and Performance Schedules: The County may request information on

other active contracts the Bidder is performing and verify the status with those buyers;

Performance Record: The County may require Bidders to submit contact information for recent

contracts they have performed for other customers and contact them to ascertain the Bidder’s

quality of performance, including timeliness of delivery/completion, quality of work, compliance

with terms and conditions of the contract, and cost control, if applicable.

Integrity and Business Ethics: The County may check local offices of Code Compliance and

Business Licenses or other regulatory agencies for business ethics record and compliance with

public policy. The County may verify the Bidder’s compliance with payments, wage rates, and

affirmative action requirements with other customers and with applicable State and Federal

Government offices, e.g., DOL Wage and Hour Division;

Necessary Organization, Experience, Operational Controls, and Technical Skills: The County may

verify experience with other customers, request copies of audits, or verify that necessary personnel

will be available to work on the County’s contract;

Necessary Production, Construction, and Technical Equipment and Facilities: The County may

request evidence that the Bidder has all the equipment and facilities he/she will need or the

capability to obtain them; and

System for Award Management: The County shall verify that the Bidder is not debarred through

the System for Award Management (www.SAM.gov).

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Generally, Bidders are responsible for determining the responsibility of their prospective subcontractors.

Bidders shall submit the Subcontractor Listing Form (Attachment H) with their Bid and provide

information on any prospective subcontractors to be used in completion of the Project. Determinations of

prospective subcontractor responsibility may affect the County’s determination of the Bidder’s

responsibility. A Bidder may be required to provide written evidence of a proposed subcontractor's

responsibility.

The County may directly determine a prospective subcontractor's responsibility. In this case, the same

standards used to determine a Bidders responsibility shall be used by the County to determine subcontractor

responsibility.

VI. GENERAL PROVISIONS

A. ALTERNATES

When there is a justifiable need, Harris County may opt to use Alternate Bids. If the County chooses to use

Alternates, the County will identify the Base Bid Specifications, or the specifications listing or describing

only those materials, equipment, work, and services upon which the Base Bid must be predicated, exclusive

of any alternate bids. The requested Base Bid would comprise the sum of money for which the Bidder offers

to perform the work identified in the Base Bid Specifications, not including that work for which alternate

bids are also submitted.

Alternates shall be accomplished either with Additive or Deductive Alternates. An Additive Alternate Bid

is a body of work that the County may award in addition to the Base Bid if there is sufficient funding after

the bids are received, and may include items that are not part of the base scope or may be replacements.

By contrast, a Deductive Alternate Bid is a body of work that the owner may delete from the base bid if

there is insufficient funding to award the full base bid. A Deductive Bid Alternative is when work shall be

deducted from the Base Bid work.

The purpose of both Additive and Deductive bids is to build flexibility into the bidding process so that the

County can award the maximum amount of the project possible dependent on funding available.

Harris County will use Alternates when there is an understandable need and will attempt to limit Alternates

to no more than three potential Alternates. One or more of Alternates may be used to adapt a project to stay

within the County’s budget, which shall allow an award to be made.

B. AUTHORIZATION TO DO BUSINESS IN TEXAS

Bidders must obtain Texas Sales & Use Tax permit from the Texas State Comptroller Office if they are

engaged in business in Texas and they are selling tangible personal property, leasing personal property, or

selling a taxable service in Texas.

All Bidders are required to have and maintain any licenses, certifications, and registrations required by the

State of Texas, Harris County, or recognized professional organization governing the services performed

under this contract (such as professional licensing requirements i.e. Licensed Plumbers). The Texas

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Department of Licensing and Regulation is the primary state agency responsible for the oversight of

businesses, industries, general trades, and occupations that are regulated by the state.

For businesses to legally operate in Harris County, Bidders must be registered with the Texas Secretary of

State to transact business in Texas and must be current on all state and local fees and taxes, including but

not limited to Franchise Account Status with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in good standing,

delinquent taxes, court judgments, tickets, tolls, fees, or fines.

A Sole Proprietorship, General Partnership, and all business entities (SP, LLC, INC, etc.) doing business

under a name other than the name of the owner requires a DBA (Doing Business As) Certificate, which

must be filed within the county of which they are doing business. If a Bidder’s business isn’t located in

Harris County, Bidders must submit the licenses, certifications, and other documentation required by the

locality in which their business is based.

C. PERFORMANCE & PAYMENT BONDS

2 CFR 200.325 mandates the minimum federal bonding requirements. However, Texas Government Code

is more stringent, and provides for the requirements set forth below. Since the Texas Government Code

requirements are more stringent than 2 CFR 200.325, compliance with the following requirements shall

satisfy the federal bonding requirements.

1. Performance Bonds: Successful Bidder may be required to furnish a performance bond within ten

(10) days after award of the Contract and receipt of performance and/or payment bond application

form.

a. If a contract is for a public works project and is expected to exceed $100,000, Bidders must

furnish a performance bond to Harris County for the full amount of the contract (TGC

2253.021(1)) within ten (10) days after award of the contract and receipt of performance bond

application form. The prescribed Performance Bond Form for public works contracts over

$100,000 is found under Attachment M, and is the only form Harris County will accept.

b. If a contract is not a public works project and is expected to exceed $50,000, Bidders must

furnish a performance bond to Harris County for the full amount of the contract (LGC 262.032)

within ten (10) days after award of the contract and receipt of performance bond application

form. The prescribed Performance Bond Form for non-public works contracts over $50,000 is

found under Attachment N, and is the only form Harris County will accept.

c. The Performance Bond, if required, must be submitted within ten (10) days after award and

prior to commencement of the actual work. The performance bond shall be in the amount equal

to the amount of money to be paid by the County under the contract, unless otherwise stated,

and shall be executed by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of Texas. The

performance bond is:

i. Solely for the protection of Harris County;

ii. In the full amount of the contract; and

iii. Conditioned on the faithful performance of the work in accordance with the plans,

specifications, and contract documents.

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2. Payment Bonds: A payment bond is required on all public works jobs that exceed $25,000 (TGC

2253.021), or as required by Harris County. Harris County may require Payment Bonds for other

contracts depending on the scope and use of subcontractors. Bidders must furnish payment bond

within ten (10) days after award of the contract and receipt of payment bond application form. The

prescribed Payment Bond form for public works contracts over $25,000 is found under Attachment

O, and is the only form Harris County will accept.

If the successful Bidder submits a bank cashier’s check as guaranty, Harris County may elect to hold

the check until all provisions of the Contract have been completed, and/or require Bidder to submit a

performance and/or payment bond. The performance and/or payment bond shall be in the amount equal

to the amount of money to be paid by the County under the Contract, unless otherwise stated, and shall

be executed by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of Texas.

If any required performance and/or payment bond forms and related documents are not returned to the

Harris County Office of the Purchasing Agent, 1001 Preston, Suite 670, Houston, Texas 77002, within

ten (10) days, Harris County has the right to render the award ineffective. Written verification of the

validity of the bond shall be received by the Office of the Purchasing Agent from the contractor’s surety

before any payments will be made.

A bond required by this section must be executed by a corporate surety in accordance with Section 1,

Chapter 87, Acts of the 56th Legislature, Regular Session, 1959 (Article 7.19-1, Vernon’s Texas

Insurance Code). A bond executed for a public work contract with Harris County must be payable to

and its form must be approved by Harris County.

A bond required under this section must clearly and prominently display on the bond or on an

attachment to the bond:

1. The name, mailing address, physical address, and telephone number, including the area code,

of the surety company to which any notice of claim should be sent; or

2. The toll-free telephone number maintained by the Texas Department of Insurance under

Subchapter B, Chapter 521, Insurance Code, and a statement that the address of the surety

company to which any notice of claim should be sent may be obtained from the Texas

Department of Insurance by calling the toll-free telephone number.

D. COMPLIANCE WITH STATE, FEDERAL, AND LOCAL LAWS

The following regulations shall apply to this Contract opportunity. Bidders should refer to Attachment CC

– Required Contract Provisions for more detailed information on the requirements and regulations

applicable to this contract opportunity:

1. 2 CFR 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for

Federal Awards

2. 24 CFR Part 570 – Community Development Block Grants

3. Texas Local Government Code Section 262 – Purchasing and Contracting Authority of Counties

in Texas

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4. Texas Local Government Code Section 271 – Purchasing and Contracting Authority of

Municipalities, Counties, and Certain Other Local Governments

5. Texas Government Code Section 2269 – Contracting and Delivery Procedures for Construction

Projects

6. Harris County Purchasing Rules and Procedures Manual (2013)

7. 24 CFR Part 135 – Economic Opportunities for Low- and Very Low-Income Persons, which

implements Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968.

8. Texas Health & Safety Code Section 361.426 – Governmental Entity Preference for Recycled

Products

Bidder shall follow all Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes, ordinances, and regulations applicable

to Bidder’s services.

Harris County operates its business ethically and in compliance with the law. We ask that any Bidder or

Bidder’s employee doing business with Harris County who believes he or she has witnessed any suspected

ethical violation or fraud immediately report the allegations to:

Harris County Purchasing Agent

1001 Preston

Suite 670

Houston, Texas 77002

Office: 713-274-4400

Email: Dewight.dopslauf@pur.hctx.net

Harris County will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation. At the conclusion of the investigation,

Harris County will refer any suspected criminal activity to the District Attorney or an appropriate law

enforcement agency. Bidders who report suspected ethical violations or fraud can do so without fear of

retaliation. Retaliating against any Bidder or Contractor for reporting suspected ethical violations or fraud

is strictly prohibited.

In accordance with Texas Government Code 2270.002, Bidder must warrant that it does not boycott Israel

and agrees that it will not boycott Israel during the term of this Contract.

E. CONTRACTOR PROFILE

The Contractor Profile form (Attachment K) must be completed and submitted by the Successful Bidder,

and any of its subcontractors, within fifteen (15) working days of notification as the apparent low bidder.

F. DISQUALIFICATION OF BIDDER

Upon signing its Bid, Bidder certifies that Bidder has not violated the antitrust laws of this state codified in

Texas Business and Commerce Code §15.01, et seq., as amended, or the federal antitrust laws, and has not

communicated directly or indirectly the bid made to any competitor or any other person engaged in such

line of business. Any or all bids may be rejected if the County believes that collusion exists among Bidders.

If multiple bids are submitted by a Bidder and after the bids are opened, one of the bids is withdrawn, the

result will be that all of the bids submitted by that Bidder will be withdrawn; however, nothing herein

prohibits Bidders from submitting multiple bids for different products or services.

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G. E-MAIL ADDRESSES CONSENT

By submission of a bid, Bidder affirmatively consents to the disclosure of its e-mail addresses that are

provided to Harris County, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Appraisal District,

or any department or agency of Harris County. This consent is intended to comply with the requirements

of the Texas Public Information Act, Texas Government Code Section 552.137, as amended, and shall

survive termination of this agreement. This consent shall apply to e-mail addresses provided by Bidder, its

employees, officers, and agents acting on Bidder’s behalf and shall apply to any e-mail address provided in

any form for any reason whether related to this IFB or otherwise.

H. GOVERNING LAW

This IFB is governed by the competitive sealed bidding requirements of 2 CFR 200 “Uniform

Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards”, the County

Purchasing Act, and Texas Local Government Code Section 2269 et seq., as amended. Where there is a

difference in regulation, Harris County shall follow the more stringent regulation and shall require that

Bidders comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. In the event of any conflict

of interpretation of any part of this overall document, Harris County’s interpretation shall govern.

Bidder is further advised that these requirements shall be fully governed by the laws of the State of Texas

and that Harris County may request and rely on advice, decisions and opinions of the Attorney General of

Texas and the County Attorney concerning any portion of these requirements. Forum for contractual issues

shall be in Texas and venue shall be in Houston, Harris County, Texas, in a federal or state court of

competent jurisdiction. The County does not agree to binding arbitration and does not waive its right to a

jury trial.

I. FUNDING

Harris County anticipates that all or partial funding for the project subject to this IFB will consist of federal

grant funding. The federal agencies providing this funding may include, but shall not be limited to, the U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s

(FEMA) Public Assistance program, or HOME Investment Partnerships Grant Program (H.O.M.E.). As

such, Bidder acknowledges and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the general procurement

standards applicable to Contractors, as detailed in Title 2 CFR 200. Any Contract awarded pursuant to this

IFB shall include all required Contract clauses in all solicitation and contract awards for services and work

associated with this project, and the selected Bidder shall include the applicable clauses in its subcontracts

(see 2 CFR 200, Appendix II, Required Contract Clauses).

Bidder must complete and return Attachment P, Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards &

Requirements, certifying their compliance with and understanding of their responsibility to ensure

compliance with federal regulations. Failure to include the signed Certification of Compliance with Federal

Standards & Requirements document with your bid may be cause to reject the entire bid. Failure to maintain

compliance throughout the duration of the project or Contract may be cause to terminate the Contract.

Bidder must also complete and submit the following documents with their Bid:

GLO Contractor Bid Certification (Attachment J), required by the Texas General Land Office for

any CDBG-DR projects;

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GLO Contractor Certification of Efforts to Fully Comply with Employment and Training

Provisions of Section 3 (Attachment R), required by the Texas General Land Office for any CDBG-

DR projects; and

Certification of Bidder Regarding Civil Rights Laws and Regulations (Attachment Q), which

requires successful Bidder to adopt and abide by equal employment opportunity and affirmative

action in their hiring, firing, and promotion practices. This includes practices related to race, color,

gender, religion, national origin, disability, and veterans’ rights.

Additionally, any contract entered into by the County that is to be paid in whole or in part from grant funds

will be subject to termination for convenience by the County should grant funding become unavailable at

any time for the continuation of services paid for by the grant, and further funding cannot be obtained for

the contract. Such termination will be without liability to the County, other than for payment of services

rendered prior to the date of termination.

J. HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES

The State of Texas identifies any business at least 51 percent owned by an Asian Pacific American, Black

American, Hispanic American, Native American, American woman and/or Service Disabled Veteran, who

reside in Texas and actively participate in the control, operations and management of the entity’s affairs as

a Historically Underutilized Business (also considered MWBE).

K. NO UNAUTHORIZED CONTACTS

Bidder shall not contact any Harris County personnel or County Board members during this IFB process

without the express permission from the Harris County Purchasing Office. Harris County Purchasing may

disqualify any Bidder who has made site visits, contacted Harris County personnel or Board Members, or

distributed any literature without authorization from Harris County Purchasing.

All correspondence relating to this IFB, from advertisement to award shall be sent to Harris County

Purchasing.

L. PUBLIC INFORMATION

All information, documentation, and other materials submitted in response to this solicitation are considered

non-confidential and/or non-proprietary and are subject to public disclosure under the Texas Public

Information Act after the solicitation is completed and contract(s) executed with selected firm(s). Once

opened, Bids are public records. There are no exceptions.

When submitting Bids, Bidder must be sure to identify trade secretes or confidential information contained

in the Bid or redact confidential information if information is needed to address requirements of the IFB.

To the extent permitted by law, Bidders may request, in writing, non-disclosure of confidential data. Such

information shall accompany the Bid, be readily separable from the response, and shall be CLEARLY

MARKED “CONFIDENTIAL.” For those portions identified as confidential by Bidder, Harris County

must rely on advice, decisions, and opinions of the Attorney General of the State of Texas relative to the

disclosure of data or information.

The County will accept information clearly labeled "TRADE SECRET,” "CONFIDENTIAL,” or

"PROPRIETARY". The County will endeavor to inform the submitter of any request for the disclosure of

such information. Under no circumstances, however, will the County be responsible or liable to the

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submitter or any other party for the disclosure of any such labeled information. Bidders that indiscriminately

identify all or most of their submission as exempt from disclosure without justification may, at the County’s

discretion, be deemed non-responsive.

The County will not advise as to the nature or content of documents entitled to protection from disclosure

under the Texas Public Information Act, including interpretations of the act or the definitions of "Trade

Secret,” “Confidential,” or “Proprietary.”

If the County receives a Public Information Act request, prior to withholding any information, Bidder shall

be required to execute an express agreement, in a form provided by the County, to indemnify, defend and

hold harmless the County in any action to compel disclosure of any withheld material. If the Bidder refuses

to sign such an agreement, the County shall have the right to disclose the entirety of the Bid package,

regardless of any marking or labeling of material as trade secret, confidential or proprietary. By submitting

Bids, the Bidder expressly waives any claims against the County for such disclosure in the absence of an

express written indemnification agreement. Bidder shall provide to the County a specific legal basis for

each portion of a Bid sought to be withheld from disclosure

M. FISCAL FUNDING

A multi-year lease or lease/purchase arrangement, if identified as a requirement for this IFB, or any resultant

contract continuing as a result of an extension option, must include fiscal funding out. If, for any reason,

funds are not appropriated to continue the lease or contract, said lease or contract shall become null and

void on the last day of the current appropriation of funds. After expiration of the lease, leased equipment

shall be removed by Bidder from the using department without penalty of any kind or form to Harris

County. All charges and physical activity related to delivery, installation, removal and redelivery shall be

the responsibility of Bidder.

N. MINIMUM EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF BID

All bids are required to remain in effect for at least 120 days from the date of submission. This effective

period should be taken into account when preparing the bid.

O. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS

Bidders are responsible for including all pertinent product data in the returned bid package. Literature,

brochures, data sheets, specification information, completed forms requested as part of the bid package and

any other facts which may affect subsequent contract award should be included. Failure to include all

necessary and proper supplemental materials may be cause to reject the entire Bid.

P. BRAND NAMES / SUBSTITUTION

Brand names and model numbers that may appear in the documents of this IFB are for reference only and

shall serve as an example of functional, design, and/or quality standards and requirements for the product

or service identified. It is not the intent of Harris County to restrict bids in such cases, but rather to establish

a desired quality or level of merchandise or to meet a pre-established standard due to existing items. Herein,

or within the attached specifications, whenever the County has listed a specific brand name, the words “or

equal” shall automatically apply thereto. This term “or equal” means that Contractor may propose to

provide an alternate product as long as such proposed alternate product, in the opinion of the County, meets

the minimum specifications.

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If Contractor wishes to provide a different product than the product the County has identified within this

IFB, Contractor may propose different products or items within their Bid submission, provided the products

or items provide the same essential characteristics and are of equal or better quality. The burden of proof

of such rests with Contractors. Harris County shall act as sole judge in determining equality and

acceptability of products offered. After opening of bid, but prior to award recommendation, Harris County

may require documentation demonstrating equal or superior products as compared to products required.

Q. REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS & PERMITS

Contractors awarded pursuant to this IFB shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws,

rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes and shall identify, prepare and/or obtain all licenses,

documentation, coordination, testing, inspections, plans, reports, forms, and permits required to provide the

services under this IFB and as required by Local, State, and Federal Agencies, Departments, Boards, and

Commissions at his/her own expense. Contractor shall be responsible for supplying necessary reports and

studies (if applicable) to the agencies as required and provide responses to their comments, as necessary.

VII. SCOPE OF WORK & SPECIFICATIONS

All Bidders completing labor, building or public construction, or any related work of any kind are obligated to

comply with the Harris County Minimum Property Standards (Attachment AA).

A. BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVES

Contractor shall perform the Scope of Work to the extent necessary (a) for the proper execution and

completion of the Work under the Contract; (b) to supervise and direct the Work in a safe manner and

perform all Work in accordance with the Contract, Applicable Law, Applicable Permits and Industry

Standards; (c) to achieve Final Completion of the project; and (d) in conformance with the Contract

Documents and the Technical Specifications and such that the Work is in compliance with the Contract,

Industry Standards, Applicable Codes, Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits.

Contractor is responsible for identifying, coordinating, and conforming scope, specifications, and

recommendations of assigned project(s) to meet legal and regulatory parameters/constraints, codes and

applicable requirements set forth by agencies, including, but not limited to the State of Texas, Harris

County, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Federal Emergency Management Agency

(FEMA), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and any other local codes or agencies

as they may apply.

Contractor may receive input from the County and shall take such input under advisement. When

applicable, Bidders should refer to Attachment D, Housing Construction Inspection Services-Contractor

Specification Manual, for further details and information.

This project consists of the successful Bidder furnishing all qualified personnel, supervision, labor, services,

materials, equipment, facilities, travel, overhead and incidentals necessary for Inspection and

Rehabilitation of Storm Damaged Homes for the Harris County Community Service Department.

The services to be performed by the Contractor shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

Offeror shall be required to show the ability to provide all the services described below. Successful Offeror

awarded a Contract shall be responsible for identifying, preparing, and obtaining all documentation,

coordination, testing, inspections, plans, reports, forms, permits and any other necessary documentation

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pertaining to any assigned work required by Local, State, and Federal Agencies, Departments, Boards, and

Commissions. Offeror awarded a Contract shall be responsible for supplying necessary reports, studies,

and/or documentation (if applicable) to the agencies as required and provide responses to their comments,

as necessary.

B. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Harris County is accepting sealed bids from qualified experienced vendors for the inspection and rehabilitation

of storm damaged homes for the Harris County Community Services Department (CSD) for one (1) year

beginning approximately May 1, 2019.

The project(s) shall consist of successful Offeror furnishing all qualified personnel, supervision, services,

materials, equipment, facilities, travel, overhead and incidentals necessary to perform rehabilitation (repair)

services of single family dwellings throughout the Harris County region. The services to be performed by

the Contractor may include, but are not limited to, the following: Inspection and rehabilitation (repairs) to

approximately 1,500 single family homes that were damaged or destroyed by federally declared disasters

in Harris county during the 2016 (FEMA DR-4269_Tax Day Flood, DR-4272_Memorial Day Flood) and

2017 (DR-4332_Hurricane Harvey). Harris County will have the right to limit or expand the number of

units for each selected team or teams that may have been selected to participate in the project. The chosen

teams will not be limited to certain geographic areas provided that the manpower to do so is available. If

deemed capable, certain teams will be chosen to provide services in multiple area in the region.

On April 17, through April 30, 2016, and May 22, through June 24, 2016, County sustained significant

damage from two major flooding events that resulted from severe storms and flooding. As a result, both

flooding events were Presidentially Declared as Disasters in Harris County. On September 29, 2016,

December 5, 2016 and May 5, 2017, the U.S. Congress appropriated Community Development Block Grant

Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding to the State of Texas for $238,895,000 (Public Law 114-223, 114-

254 and 115-31) to be used in the recovery process. The Texas General Land Office (GLO) is the CDBG-

DR administrator of the State's allocation. The amount allocated to Harris County and affected jurisdictions

by the GLO was $66,199,732.00; of which $12,843,139.00 is allocated for the repair, reconstruction and

elevation of affected homes. It is estimated that one hundred (100) homes within Harris County and outside

the City of Houston will be repaired/replaced.

On August 25, 2017, Harris County received a disaster declaration in advance of the record-breaking

flooding that resulted from Hurricane Harvey’s torrential rainfall on August 28-30, 2017, causing an

estimated $200 billion in damages. On September 8, 2017, under the Supplemental Appropriations Act of

2017 (PL115-56) $7.4 billion in CDBG-DR funding was allocated to the State Of Texas for 2017 Hurricane

Harvey damages. The Harris County funding award associated with Hurricane Harvey is to be determined

and is estimated to provide resources to rehabilitate five hundred (500) homes that were affected in Harris

County and outside the City of Houston. A separate IFB’(s) will be provided to procure building services

for the demolition, reconstruction and elevation of damaged homes.

As the applications are verified and approved, construction contracts will be awarded. The construction

packages will include Work Write-Ups for individual homes outlining the rehabilitation requirements.

Construction codes shall be of the following: Federal, State, and local building codes, to include the most

currently adopted codes, including the 2012 International Residential Building Code, Uniform Mechanical

Code, and the Uniform Plumbing Code, (with City of Houston Amendments); Contractors will also be

required to follow the Harris County Project Recovery Program Guidelines, Harris County Minimum

Property Standards, Section V. Minimum Acceptable Standards–Rehabilitation of Housing, Housing

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Construction and Inspection Services – Contractor Specifications Manual, (copies attached), and the Texas

Government Code - Section 2306.514.

The selected Contractor(s) will be required to meet the following requirements (not inclusive list):

Obtain all necessary state and local permits and approvals prior to the commencement of the

work for each structure (if applicable);

Be familiar with specialty construction elements associated with historic properties, including

coordination with Texas Historic Commission, other local commissions, historic districts, and

stakeholders in other jurisdictions;

Provide professional labor, equipment and materials adequate to perform the work in accordance

with the scope of work issued for each eligible survivor’s residential structure while ensuring that

all applicable housing standards and codes are met;

Perform all repairs in a manner consistent with current local building codes, standards, applicable

environmental planning and historic preservation (EHP) laws and regulations including at a

minimum 2012 International Residential Code (IRC) with the City of Houston Amendments.

Provide documentation and tracking of construction progress;

Meet with individual property owners to review the scope of work to be performed;

Provide all necessary bonding and insurance requirements;

Provide a one-year warranty applicable specifically to work performed;

Perform repairs using materials of average quality used in new construction, in accordance with

44 CFR § 206.117(b)(4)(iii), and taking into account the accessibility needs of the occupant; and

Perform repairs to accessibility features and accessible routes guided by the Americans with

Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and HUD Design Details for Accessible

Disaster Relief Housing.

Contractor shall perform the Scope of Work under to the extent necessary (a) for the proper execution and

completion of the Work under the Contract; (b) to supervise and direct the Work in a safe manner and

perform all Work in accordance with the Contract, Applicable Law, Applicable Permits and Industry

Standards; (c) to achieve Final Completion of the Project; and (d) in conformance with the Contract

Documents and the Technical Specifications and such that the Work is in compliance with the Contract,

Industry Standards, Applicable Codes, Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits.

Contractor is responsible for identifying, coordinating, and conforming scope, specifications, and

recommendations of assigned Project(s) to meet legal and regulatory parameters/constraints, codes and

applicable requirements set forth by agencies, including, but not limited to the State of Texas, Harris

County, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Federal Emergency Management Agency

(FEMA), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and any other local codes or agencies

as they may apply.

Contractor may receive input from the County and shall take such input under advisement. When

applicable, Offeror should refer Attachment A, Housing Construction Inspection Services-Contractor

Specification Manual, for further details and information.

The successful Offeror awarded a Contract shall be required to furnish all qualified personnel, supervision,

services, materials, equipment, facilities, travel, overhead and incidentals necessary for completion of the

project(s).

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C. STANDARDS

For additional details on specification requirements, Offerors must refer to Housing Inspection Services-

Construction Specification Manual included under Attachment A. These standards may include:

D. PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications applicable to this IFB include:

E.2 Contractor Prequalification

The Contractor Prequalification is comprised of the base IFB document, any attachments, and any addenda

released before Contract award. All attachments and addenda released for this IFB in advance of any

Contract award are incorporated herein by reference. Any additional, modified, or conflicting terms and

conditions submitted by Contractor shall be disregarded and shall not be considered a part of any Contract

arising from this IFB.

E.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations

E.4 BID PRICING BOOK: Harris County or its agent has prepared a Bid Pricing Book (Bid Book) that

will be used for the award or assignment of Contracts. The Bid Book is attached to this IFB. The Bid

Pricing Book will be used to manage Contractor’s bidding, proposals and/or assignments of Contracts,

payment request, change order requests, resolving pricing disputes, and/or responding to requests for

information concerning any items in the Bid Pricing Book. Modifications to the Bid Book will occur

throughout the term of the Contract and such modifications shall be binding on Prequalified Contractors.

E.5 CONTRACTOR: The Contractors prequalified pursuant to this IFB for the rehabilitation of homes

in the recovery program.

E.6 PRE-QUALIFIED LIST (PQL): Contractors approved for this rehabilitation work will be listed on

a PQL. Harris County’s prequalification of Contractors is intended to create an “on-call” Contractor list to

assign projects based on the work project capacity, experience with certain types of construction, experience

with certain type of environmental abatements, Bid Book Pricing and such other considerations that may

be identified in grant eligibility determinations and CDBG-DR rules/standards and/or Harris County best

practices and/or financial controls. The prequalification and subsequent contracting process may be

compared to a multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracting process.

Notwithstanding the above comparisons, Contractor(s) shall be prequalified to be assigned Harris County

construction projects (all types) based upon capacity, capability, and performance. Assignment of HRP

projects will be the preferred method but Harris County reserves the right to use competitive bidding if

doing so is in the best interest of the HRP and/or specific areas or communities. Harris County will develop

a policy/procedure to fairly assign HRP construction projects to prequalified contractors based on the

construction zones/counties that the prequalified contractors have identified in the applications where they

are willing to perform work and work/project capacities indicated in their proposals. Prequalified

contractors’ performance will also be considered in assigning projects as HRP projects are completed.

E.7 Contractor(s) must demonstrate the ability to provide services in some or all of the work zones listed

in the Bid Book or the Contractor must identify the counties it will build HRP projects in.

E.8 WORK ORDER: Specific, written authorization to perform the task(s) listed therein; i.e.

rehabilitation, reconstruction, etc.

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E.9 PRICING: BID PRICING BOOK

Pricing for rehabilitations will be based on the Bid Book. Harris County reserves the right to determine the

best price and value.

E.10 BID BOOK

The Bid Book is compiled of program specific and eligible line items that typically occur in a rehabilitation

recovery program. The Bid Book is generated from Xactimate 28 regional pricing indexes. Through this

Harris County IFB, contractors will quote on the Bid Book by offering a multiplier (modifier) that will

apply to the Program Bid Book – the modifier will increase (or decrease) the total pricing for the line items

shown in the Bid Book. For example, if a Contractor’s estimate of the line items shown in the Bid Book is

higher than the pricing in the Program Bid Book, a multiplier can be used to increase the Bid Book price

for that Contractor to bring the total pricing up to the Contractor’s estimated price. If the Contractor is

qualified to perform this work, the multiplier will remain the same throughout the lifetime of the Program.

The County will utilize Multi-Service Agreements (MSAs) to contract with multiple contractors and

provide Job Order Contracts with a Work Write-Up (WWU) of the repairs to be performed on each home.

The Work Write-Up will be comprised of a series of line items for the repairs to be made at a home using

the pre-defined Bid Book pricing – developed from regionally sourced unit cost of materials and labor for

standard line items found in the rehabilitation of homes. The Bid Book will be reviewed and modified on a

bi-yearly basis to account for market trends.

The MSA Contractor Bid Book pricing will be electronically applied to the homes damage scope and

estimate, producing a final contract value for that property. A job order will be produced for the MAS

Contractor’s selected to perform this rehabilitation work for selected properties.

Contractors meeting Harris County qualifications for this IFB will be added to a Pre-Qualified List of

Contractors, (PQL Contractors). Once accepted, the PQL Contractors will remain active as a PQL

Contractor in the Program. Each PQL Contractor will be awarded homes based on their capacity, bond

ability and performance, along with other Harris County criteria. Performance will be measured by Harris

County CSD and the Construction Manager through an evaluation process. The process will measure a

series of acceptable criteria based on performance areas such as timely completion of the work, quality of

work, program compliance, and other factors.

Those selected MSA contractors will have an opportunity to attend the damage assessment visit with IBTS,

which doubles as the property tour. As an alternative to this site visit, the Contractor will have access to an

interactive Virtual 3D Tour of the homes in the bid package, along with the floor plans, and scope of work.

Assignment of Harris County rehabilitation projects will be the preferred method, but Harris County

reserves the right to use competitive bidding if doing so is in the best interest of Harris County and the

Homeowner. Harris County will develop a policy/procedure to fairly assign Harris County construction

projects to prequalified contractors based on the assigned Tiers, location of properties, work/project

capacities, and performance. Additional projects may be assigned to prequalified contractors as other

projects are completed.

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E.11 PREQUALIFICATION TERM

Prequalification shall remain open until all Harris County Project Recovery homes are under contract for

construction. Any contract resulting from this IFB shall be effective from contract execution until the

contracted date, plus any extensions. Harris County, at its own discretion, may extend any contract awarded

pursuant to this IFB subject to terms and conditions mutually agreeable to Harris County and the Contractor.

A Contractor’s prequalification may be rescinded because of poor performance on this Harris County

project, material breaches of contract, substantiated non-payments to subcontractors/valid payment bond

claims, substantiated complaints from homeowners that are serious (e.g., violations of policies concerning

alcohol, illegal drugs, possession of firearms, disrespectful behavior, theft of personal property, Contractor

damage to real property not subject to rehabilitation, etc.), False claims, and misrepresentation of

experience and/or references, violations of permits, illegal disposal of hazardous materials, any major

OSHA or several minor OSHA violations, significant injuries to any person during construction caused by

failure to follow required safety practices, and/or negative Contractor evaluations.

E.12 ASSIGNMENT OF REHABILITATION HOMES

As Homeowner applications are obtained, verified and approved, a Work Write-Up will be prepared for

each home detailing the work to be done. It is anticipated that homes eligible for rehabilitation will require

an array of repairs ranging from minor to extensive. The Work Write-Up of work for each repaired structure

will vary and fall into one of the three Tiers listed below.

Tier I: if the cost of repairs is estimated less than $20,000, the project will be classified as a Tier I

/ Basic Rehab

Tier II: if the cost of repairs is estimated between $20,001 to $49,999, it will be classified as a

Tier II / Moderate Rehab

Tier III: If the cost of repairs is estimated between $50,000 to $79,999 it will be classified as a

Tier III / Extensive Rehab

Contractors may submit a response to perform work in anyone Tier of their choice or multiple Tiers

depending on their financial and manpower capacity in their PQL response. IFB’s awarded to the PQL

Contractors could be from a single Tier or vary from Tier to Tier depending on the location and or housing

stock available for awarding. IFB awards will vary in home sizes from one home to many homes. Based

upon performance and capacity, Contractors can move up or down from Tier to Tier.

E. TIME OF COMPLETION

The Contractor shall commence work under the resultant contract on a date to be specified within the Notice

to Proceed form issued by the County, and shall fully complete all work thereunder within TBD

consecutive calendar days from said date. NOTE: Any Bidder that may have any concerns pertaining to the

noted “TBD” day” may bring this up at the pre-bid Conference. Normal working hours shall be Monday

through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (CST). All other working hours require pre-approval. Provide a

minimum five (5) working days for approval and planning.

F. HARRIS COUNTY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT GENERAL CONDITIONS

The successful Bidder must comply with all requirements in the “Harris County General Conditions for

Roads, Bridges and Related Work” or “Harris County General Conditions for Building Construction and

Related Work,” if applicable. Website addresses/hyperlinks are provided below.

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Harris County General Conditions for Roads, Bridges and Related Work

http://www.eng.hctx.net/Portals/33/Publications/CPD/HC_Gen_Conditions_Roads_Bridges_Rela

ted_Work.pdf?ver=2017-12-27-140624-110

Harris County General Conditions for Building Construction and Related Work

http://eng.hctx.net/wage/General%20Conditions/Harris%20County%20Gen%20Con%20Building

%20Const_orig%203.27.12.pdf

G. WORK STANDARDS

It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that each worker provided by the Contractor shall be fully

trained and qualified to provide any assigned work. Accordingly, all work provided shall be guaranteed by

the Contractor to be performed in a workmanlike, skillful, and competent manner and in accordance with

all applicable laws, codes, and/or regulations, including those issued by, but not limited to, Harris County

(and/or, if applicable, any city jurisdiction therein in which work will be performed), and/or the State of

Texas, and/or any applicable Federal laws, codes, and regulations.

VIII. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS & PAYMENT

The following Contract terms and payment requirements shall apply to the work intended to be awarded

pursuant to this IFB. The term “Contractor” shall mean and refer to the successful Bidder. To the extent that

any of the Contract terms contained in this Section conflict with the Plans, Specifications, Standards or the

General Conditions applicable to the Project, the more stringent requirement shall govern.

A. CONTRACT PROVISIONS

The Contractor shall be required to comply with the federal terms and conditions included in Attachment

CC, Required Contract Provisions, which shall apply to and govern all work and services provided under

the Contract.

In accordance with 2 CFR 200.326, contracts executed by Harris County which are funded in whole or in

part by federal grant monies shall contain the applicable provisions described in 2 CFR Appendix II to Part

200—Contract Provisions for non-Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards. These contracts shall

contain the applicable provisions described in 2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200—Contract Provisions for

non-Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards.

B. NOTICE TO PROCEED

The Contractor shall not commence work under the Contract without a Harris County Notice to Proceed,

signed by an authorized agent of the Harris County Purchasing Department.

C. TIME FOR COMPLETION & LIQUIDATED DAMAGES FOR DELAY

1. The Contractor shall commence work under the Contract on the date to be specified within the

Notice to Proceed form issued by the County, and shall fully complete all work thereunder within

TBD consecutive calendar days from said date.

Normal working hours shall be Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (CST). All other

working hours require pre-approval, in the County’s sole discretion. The Contractor shall be

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required to provide a minimum five (5) working days for approval and planning of any request for

work windows outside normal working hours.

2. Time is of the essence of each and every provision of the Contract. If the Contractor fails to

acceptably complete the Contract work within the time specified, including any properly authorized

extension(s), the County will be damaged and will suffer financial loss. The exact amount of

damage is, and will be, difficult of exact ascertainment. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such

proof, the County and the Contractor agree that the Contractor will pay the County the sum of

$**Not Applicable (N/A)**] for each and every calendar day of delay in completing the Contract

work beyond the time prescribed for completion the work, as Liquidated Damages and not as a

penalty or forfeiture.

The Contractor specially binds and obligates itself to pay such Liquidated Damages to the County

on demand, or at the County’s option the County may withhold the amount thereof from any sums

due the Contractor under this Contract.

D. PAYMENT PROVISIONS

The sum of the payments due to the Contractor is limited to the amount of money stated in the Contract.

Any products provided, or services rendered, in excess of this amount will be at the Contractor’s expense

and not payable by Harris County. No alterations, substitutions or extra charges of any kind will be

permitted. Merchandise may not be billed at a price higher than is stated on the order. Contractors cannot

include federal excise, state or city sales tax. Pursuant to Texas Tax Code Section 151.309, as amended,

Harris County is exempted from sales and use taxes.

E. INVOICING PROCEDURES

Coordination of the project will be through the Harris County Purchasing Office, and all invoices must be

routed through this department. All invoices shall include submission requirements stated in the

specifications including completed certified payroll records and lien waivers. Payment terms are “Net 30”

from date the invoice is received by the Auditor’s Office – Accounts Payable Department; therefore,

payment to the Contractor may take up to one (1) month from the date the invoice is initially approved by

the Harris County Department and received in Accounts Payable. Payment shall be in accordance with

Attachment X, Policy for Payment.

F. RETENTION

The County may retain up to 20% of the funds pending a supplemental inspection in no fewer than thirty

(30) days. Following a satisfactory supplemental inspection, the retainage will be paid to the Contractor

upon availability of grant funds following the final thirty (30) day inspection.

If any problems are identified in this supplemental inspection, the County shall notify the Contractor to

come back and correct the same within a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed two (2) weeks after

notification by the County. Should the Contractor fail to do so, the County will not disburse the retainage

and may take any necessary legal recourse, and the Contractor will be barred from performing any more

work for the County. In addition, should the Contractor be doing other work for the County and fails to

correct any warranty problems, no other payments will be made to him/her until such problems are

corrected.

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G. PAYROLL SUBMISSION

If Davis-Bacon or Prevailing Wages are applicable to the Project, original Weekly Certified Payrolls in the

format required by Harris County must be submitted by all contractors, and subcontractors as applicable,

on a weekly basis to Harris County. The Prime Contractor is responsible for all subcontractor payroll

submittals. All contractors and subcontractors are to make available copies of cancelled checks and check

stubs for comparison, if requested by Harris County.

Each payroll submitted shall be accompanied by a "Statement of Compliance," signed by the contractor or

subcontractor or his or her agent who pays or supervises the payment of the persons employed under the

contract and shall certify the following. The Statement of Compliance is found on page 2 of the WH-347

form, and additional certifications of compliance may be required by Harris County. Any Statement of

Compliance is subject to the penalties provided by 18 U.S.C. § 1001, namely, a fine, possible imprisonment

of not more than 5 years, or both. Accordingly, the party signing this statement should have knowledge of

the facts represented as true.

H. WAGE & LABOR COMPLIANCE

If Davis-Bacon or Prevailing Wages are applicable to the Project, the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Rate

poster must be displayed in a location that all workers have easy access and remain in place at all times

until the project is complete. Harris County reserves the right to visit the job site and to interview any

employees on any given date or time during the construction period without prior notification.

Harris County may require the posting, utilization, and/or submission of the following forms or documents

to verify compliance with Davis-Bacon, Prevailing Wages, and other labor requirements, which may

include, but are not limited to, the following:

DBRA Wage Rates – This reflects proper minimum hourly compensation, including fringe

benefits, which is owed workers by all contractor/subcontractor for this project. Prime Contractors

are required to post these wage rates at the job site visible to all workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law (EEO) Poster – This poster will be provided by Harris

County to Contractor, and must be posted at the job site in an area visible to all workers.

Employees Rights Under Davis-Bacon Act Poster– This poster will be provided by Harris County

to Contractor and must be posted at the job site accompanied by the wage rates, which shall be

visible to all workers.

Quarterly Employment Data Report – This report shall be provided by Harris County to Contractor

and must be submitted by all contractors / subcontractors whose contracts and subcontracts exceed

$10,000.00 regardless of the nature and duration of contract.

MYLCM System / LCP Tracker / Weekly Certified Payrolls – Harris County shall dictate the

format and frequency required of contractors / subcontractors when completing certified payrolls,

which must be submitted for each week during the course of the project within five (5) working

days after the end of the weekly payroll period.

Project Sign – Harris County shall provide Contractor with the Project Sign requirements, if

applicable, including language, formatting, size, and other specifications to be used when preparing

and installing the required project sign(s).

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Daily Work Logs – Harris County may require submission of Daily Work Logs from the Contractor

for each day during the course of the project with the corresponding Pay Request.

Harris County will ascertain that the proper wage rates are being paid to the employees in accordance with

the contract documents. The Prime Contractor shall not allow work requiring a license to be performed by

a worker who does not have the proper license. The Prime Contractor shall require, and shall require all its

subcontractors and lower tier subcontractors, that workers carry their license upon their persons while

performing work on the Project and that such persons produce their licenses to the Harris County

representative upon request. Should work requiring a license be performed by an unlicensed person despite

the prohibitions of this paragraph, that person must be paid the required wage rate applicable for a licensed

craftsman performing such work pursuant to the issued DBRA Wage Decision for this Project. Harris

County will not recognize a worker that holds a journeyman’s license in a trade as eligible for pay as an

apprentice rate for work in that trade.

Apprentices may be used in any of the crafts listed in the Wage Decision, if they are currently certified in

a program recognized by the Office of Apprenticeship Training, U.S. Department of Labor, providing the

proper ratio between journeyman and apprentice is observed. Apprenticeship certification certificates must

be supplied with the first weekly payroll upon which the apprentice’s name appears. If they are not certified

as an apprentice, they must be paid as a journeyman and used as an apprentice.

In the event of discrepancy between the services performed and the wages paid, it will be documented and

the Prime Contractor will be so notified. Harris County reserves the right to withhold any payment due the

Prime Contractor until such discrepancy is resolved and the necessary adjustment made.

I. PROMPT PAYMENT POLICY

It is the policy of the County to process contract payments efficiently and expeditiously. Pursuant to Texas

Government Code 2251.021, Harris County shall ensure payments are made within 30 days of receipt of

goods and/or services under the contract and after proper submission of an invoice. Payment shall be made

within the 30 day time-period, provided there are not disputes between the County and the Vendor,

Contractor, Subcontractor, or Supplier about the goods delivered or the service performed that causes the

payment to be late; the terms of a federal contract, grant, regulation, or statute prevent the governmental

entity from making a timely payment with federal funds; and/or that the invoice is not submitted in strict

accordance with any instruction in the Contract relating to the payment.

A Contractor that receives a payment from Harris County must pay its subcontractor the appropriate share

of the payment not later than the 10th day after the date the Contractor receives the payment. The

appropriate share is overdue on the 11th day after the date the Contractor receives the payment.

J. CHANGE ORDERS

Without invalidating the Contract, changes may be made to the plans or specifications, or to decrease or

increase the quantity of work to be performed or of materials, equipment, or supplies to be furnished,

pursuant to change orders executed in accordance with the procedures set forth in the General Conditions

applicable to this Contract.

K. COST PLUS CONTRACTING PROHIBITED

Cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost (CPPC) contracts are prohibited by 2 CFR 200.323(d). The cost plus a

percentage of cost and percentage of construction cost methods of contracting must never be used, including

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in subcontracts and third-party contracts. A cost-plus contract is one that is structured to pay the contractor

or subcontractor their actual costs incurred, plus a fixed percent for profit or overhead.

A cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost (CPPC) contract is a contract containing some element that obligates

Harris County or Contractor to pay a contractor or subcontractor an amount (in the form of either profit or

cost), undetermined at the time the contract was made, to be incurred in the future, and based on a

percentage of future costs. The inclusion of an overall contract ceiling price does not make these forms of

contracts acceptable.

This type of contract is prohibited because there is no incentive for the contractor or subcontractor to keep

its incurred costs low. Instead, there is a reverse incentive for the contractor or subcontractor to continue to

incur additional costs in order to continue to drive the percentage of cost up. In other words, increased

spending by the contractor will yield higher profits. This prohibition applies to all work, regardless of the

circumstances, and applies to subcontracts of the contractor cases where the prime contract is a cost-

reimbursement type contract or subject to price redetermination.

L. REMEDIES & LIQUIDATED DAMAGES FOR CERTAIN BREACHES

1. As authorized by 41 U.S.C. 1908, in instances where Contractors violate or breach contract terms,

Harris County is authorized to impose administrative, contractual, or legal remedies which may

provide for sanctions and penalties as appropriate.

In the event of a failure by Contractor to satisfactorily perform the services specified herein and/or

a default by Contractor in abiding by the other terms and conditions of the Contract, Harris County

may terminate the Contract on written notice to Contractor and Contractor shall be liable for all

damages, costs, and expenses (including attorney fees) incurred by County related to this default.

Such termination is in addition to and not in lieu of any other remedies that Harris County may

have in law or equity. Administrative remedies for non-performance, violation or breach of contract

terms, or termination of contract for default may include suspension and debarment. Harris County

may assess liquidated damages for failure to meet completion deadlines, contract breaches, or

performance failures of the Contractor or its Subcontractors.

2. Contractor shall be provided the opportunity to cure certain performance failures or instances of

default as described in the contract documents. The legal dispute resolution process as applicable

under the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code shall include, but is not limited to, Texas and

Civil Practice and Remedies Section 38 – Attorney’s Fees, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies

Section 41 – Damages, and Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Section 154 – General Provisions.

Harris County and Contractor(s) should attempt to resolve any claim for breach of contract made

by Contractor, to the extent it is applicable to the Contract and not preempted by other law. Except

as otherwise provided by law, nothing herein is a waiver by the County or the State of Texas of the

right to seek redress in a court of law.

3. In addition, in accordance with Attachment CC, Required Contract Provisions, liquidated damages

may be applied for certain other breaches of the Contract, which may be withheld from amounts

due on the Contract.

Any and all moneys collected by the Contractor as liquidated damages from its Subcontractors for

any breaches in accordance with Attachment CC shall be paid by the Contractor to the County. In

each subcontract for Work, the Contractor shall include a provision expressly giving the County a

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right of action against the Subcontractor in the event such Subcontractor fails to pay any liquidated

damages determined to be due and owing thereunder.

Liquidated damages received hereunder are not intended to be nor shall they be treated as either a

partial or full waiver or discharge of the County’s right to indemnification, or the Contractor’s

obligation to indemnify the County, or to any other remedy provided for in this Contract or by Law.

The County may deduct and retain out of the monies which may become due hereunder, the

amount of any such liquidated damages; and in case the amount which may become due

hereunder shall be less than the amount of liquidated damages suffered by the County, the

Contractor shall be liable to pay the difference.

M. TAXES

Harris County is exempt from all federal excise, state and local taxes unless otherwise stated in this

document. Harris County claims exemption from all sales and/or use taxes under Texas Tax Code 151.309,

as amended. Texas Limited Sales Tax Exemption Certificates will be furnished upon written request to the

Harris County Purchasing Agent.

N. INSPECTION

Harris County reserves the right to inspect any item(s) or service location(s) for compliance with

specifications and requirements and needs of the Contract.

The County has the right to inspect and test all services called for by the Contract, to the extent practicable

at all times and places during the term of the Contract, which may include inspection of work in progress

and wherever work is being conducted. The County shall perform inspections and tests in a manner that

will not unduly delay the work.

When work is nearing completion, the Contractor shall notify the County of a specific date when the job

will be ready for a final inspection. The purpose of the final inspection is to guarantee that all work called

for in the Contract has been completed according to specification. If progress inspections were conducted

often enough to make mid-course corrections, the final inspection should only need to catch those items

which have been done since the last inspection. The final inspection will be as thorough and deliberate as

the initial inspection.

If the Contractor fails to promptly perform the services again or to take the necessary action to ensure future

performance in conformity with Contract requirements, the County may (1) by contract or otherwise,

perform the services and charge to the Contractor any cost incurred by the County that is directly related to

the performance of such service or (2) terminate the contract for default.

O. SAFETY

It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure, at all times during the performance of the work, to

the maximum extent feasible, to protect the safety of County residents and staff, the Contractor’s staff,

subcontractors, and the public. This shall include, but not be limited to, compliance with all OSHA-related

Federal and local laws, codes, and regulations.

The Contractor shall be entirely responsible for security and safety at the Site until it is turned over to the

County. The Contractor shall comply with all Safety Guidelines and all laws of any governmental

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authorities for the safety of persons or property. Hazardous Materials may not be used without prior notice

to, approval from, and coordination with the County. Contractor shall be responsible for any Hazardous

Materials brought to the Site by Contractor, Subcontractors, suppliers or anyone else for whom Contractor

is responsible. Contractors shall dispose of all Hazardous Materials in accordance with all applicable laws

and Safety Guidelines relating to disposal of Hazardous Materials. Notwithstanding anything herein to the

contrary, asbestos, asbestos containing products or polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) shall not be allowed on

the Site nor be used in the Work.

P. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Materials used in the project shall be free of hazardous materials, except as may be specifically provided

for in the specifications.

Q. SUPERVISION

The Contractor shall provide competent management for the Project, approved by County, who shall be at

the Site (if applicable) and working on the Project for direction, coordination, sequencing and all other

required activities, for the entire duration of and until final acceptance of the work. The approved manager

or superintendent shall not be discontinued (except upon Final Completion of the Project or in the event of

his or her termination of employment or disability or if the County requests a replacement to resolve

incompatible working relationships) and no new individual shall be designated without prior approval of

the County.

R. STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

Contractor, upon award, shall make reasonable effort to maintain stability of the staff assigned to the Project

to prevent the departure of the most productive and expert resources from the Project. Contractor shall

provide the County with at least 30 days’ notice of any change in key personnel or staff assigned to the

Contract. Personnel shall be removed from the Project upon request by the County.

S. DEBRIS / SITE CLEANUP

For any work or services which involve construction or public work, the Contractor and/or its

subcontractors is responsible for cleaning all work areas daily and at the end of the work day. Contractor

shall keep worksite clear of all work-generated debris which may endanger the safety of others, including

the public. All work areas must be kept sanitary and clean of any trash. Debris from work must be removed

from living areas. The Contractor and/or its subcontractors must examine the work area and determine any

unsuitable work condition. Any required removal or replacement of this work caused by unsuitable

conditions will be just cause for the Contractor to bear the expense. Notice of unsuitable conditions shall

be brought to the County’s attention in written form.

T. SUBCONTRACTORS

Harris County must approve the actual subcontractors prior to their use. Bidder must verify subcontractor

eligibility based on factors such as past performance, proof of liability insurance, possession of a federal

ID tax number, debarment status, and state licensing requirements. Contractor assumes responsibility for

the performance of the subcontractor; therefore, Bidder is urged to closely scrutinize subcontractors. If a

subcontractor is found to be ineligible after award of a contract, the contract shall be immediately terminated

and the matter reported to HUD.

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U. INSURANCE

Contractor performing services under the contract awarded pursuant to this IFB must provide the types and

amounts of insurance specified in the Minimum Insurance Requirements, included as Attachment V. All

construction contractors and construction subcontractors performing services under this contract shall also

provide the types and amounts of insurance set forth in Schedule A of the General Conditions for Building

Construction and Related Work, shown within Attachment AA. Contractor is advised to carefully review

such insurance requirements. All insurance must provide coverage for work on residential properties. By

submitting a bid, Contractor acknowledges that it has reviewed the insurance provisions and takes no

exceptions to the insurance requirements.

Contractor’s certificate(s) shall include all subcontractors as additional insureds under its policies or

subcontractors shall maintain separate insurance as determined by the Contractor, however, subcontractor's

limits of liability shall not be less than $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate.

Refer to Attachment V for more information on Minimum Insurance Requirements.

V. WAIVER OF SUBROGATION

Contractor and Contractor’s insurance carrier waive any and all rights whatsoever with regard to

subrogation against Harris County as an indirect party to any suit arising out of personal or property

damages resulting from Contractor’s performance under this agreement.

W. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE COVERAGE RULE 110.110

Contractor must comply with this requirement which is applicable for any building or construction contract

– see the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Rule 110.110 under Attachment W for more detail.

X. TOLL / PARKING FEES

Any and all toll/parking fees incurred by the Contractor(s) during the term of this contract will be the

responsibility of Contractor.

Y. COLOR SELECTION

Determination of colors of materials is a right reserved by the using department unless otherwise specified

in the bid. Unspecified colors shall be quoted as standard colors, NOT colors which require up charges or

special handling. Unspecified fabrics or vinyl should be construed as medium grade. If Contractor fails to

get color/material approvals prior to delivery of merchandise, the using department may refuse to accept

the items and demand correct shipment without penalty, subject to other legal remedies.

Z. RECYCLED MATERIALS

Harris County encourages the use of products made of recycled materials that are EPA-designated items

and shall give preference in purchasing to products made of recycled materials if the products meet

applicable specifications as to quantity, quality, and reasonableness of cost. Harris County will be the sole

judge in determining product preference application. Information about this requirement and a list of EPA-

designated items, is available at EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines web site,

https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program

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AA. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS

Under the “Hazardous Communication Act”, commonly known as the “Texas Right To Know Act”,

Contractor must provide to the County with each delivery, material safety data sheets which are applicable

to hazardous substances defined in the Act. Contractor shall furnish this documentation for any material

proposed within Contractor’s bid subject to the Act.

BB. FAILURE TO COMPLY

Failure to comply with any part of the provisions shall constitute a material breach of the Contract. The

event of such a breach may result in compensation being withheld or suspended, termination of the Contract,

or suspension or debarment of the Contractor. The Contractor shall also be liable for all damages available

under 2 CFR Part 200 and statutes and regulations related to the formation and execution of the Contract.

CC. TERMINATION

1. Termination for Convenience. This Contract may be Terminated for Convenience due to reasons

known to Harris County, i.e., program changes, changes in state-of-the-art equipment or

technology, insufficient funding, etc. This type of termination is utilized when the Contractor is not

in violation of the contract terms and conditions. Harris County may terminate this contract without

Cause upon thirty (30) days written notice.

2. Termination for Cause. This Contract may be Terminated for Cause due to actions by the

Contractor, i.e., failure to perform, financial difficulty, slipped schedules, etc. In certain instances,

the termination settlement may include reprocurement costs to be paid by the Contractor. Harris

County reserves the right to terminate this Contract for default if Contractor breaches any of the

terms herein, including warranties of Contractor or if the Contractor becomes insolvent or commits

acts of bankruptcy. Such right of Termination is in addition to and not in lieu of any other remedies

which Harris County may have in law or equity. Default may be construed as, but not limited to,

failure to deliver the proper goods and/or services within the proper amount of time, and/or to

properly perform any and all services required to Harris County’s satisfaction and/or to meet all

other obligations and requirements.

3. Termination for Health and Safety Violations. Harris County shall terminate this contract

immediately without prior notice if Contractor fails to perform any of its obligations in this Contract

if the failure (a) created a potential threat to health or safety or (b) violated a law, ordinance, or

regulation designed to protect health or safety.

DD. CONTRACT TRANSITION

In the event services end by either contract expiration or termination, it shall be incumbent upon the

successful Bidder to continue services, if requested by Harris County Purchasing, until new services can be

completely operational. Bidder acknowledges its responsibility to cooperate fully with the replacement

Bidder and Harris County to ensure a smooth and timely transition to the replacement Bidder. Such

transitional period shall not extend more than ninety (90) days beyond the expiration/termination date of

the contract, or any extension thereof. Bidder shall be reimbursed for services during the transitional period

at the rate in effect when the transitional period clause is invoked by Harris County. During any transition

period, all other terms and conditions of the agreement shall remain in full force and effect as originally

written.

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EE. SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

Substantial Completion of the required Work shall occur when, in the sole determination of the County, all

of the applicable conditions set forth below have been satisfied:

1. Contractor has submitted written certification to the County that the project, or designated portion

of project, is substantially complete, and requests a final inspection. Upon receipt of written request

that project is substantially complete, the County will proceed with inspection within 10 days of

receipt of request or will advise the Contractor of items that prevent the project from being

designated as substantially complete.

2. Contractor has obtained and delivered to the County:

a. the required written approval of any agency having jurisdiction over the work (if applicable),

and

b. all certificates of inspection for the work (if applicable).

3. Contractor has completed all training sessions required by the County for equipment and/or systems

installed for the Project (if applicable).

4. All utilities specified or required under the Contract are connected and function properly.

5. When work is determined to be substantially complete, the County will prepare a list of deficiencies

(“Punch List”) to be corrected before Final Acceptance. The County will issue a Letter of

Substantial Completion. If work is not determined to be substantially complete, the County will

notify the Contractor in writing. After completing work, the Contractor shall resubmit certification

and request a new final inspection. Contractor and the County must agree in writing upon the Final

Punch List and the date for Final Acceptance of all required work, including completion of all

Punch List items, or, if they are unable to agree, the County shall prepare and issue in writing to

the Contractor the Final Punch List and the date of Final Acceptance.

6. All work, except the items on the Final Punch List as approved by the County’s Representative, is

complete in all respects and is in compliance with the Contract to the satisfaction of the County’s

Representative.

7. Alternatively, Substantial Completion shall occur on any date certified by the County, who shall

have discretion to waive any of the foregoing conditions.

FF. PUNCH LIST

In cases of construction projects, the County shall develop a Punch List toward the end of the job. A punch

list is a listing of items written as specifications, which constitute the work necessary to complete the

contract. The punch list will represent work yet to be done, not additional work over and above the original

or amended contract. Once the punch list has been prepared, no other work items are expected of the

Contractor. If the punch list contains more than ten (10) items, the Contractor is not ready for a final

inspection.

Upon completion of the inspection, the County shall issue a punch list indicating any items that must be

addressed. If any of the services do not conform to Contract requirements, the County may require the

Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract

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amount. When the defects in services cannot be corrected by re-performance, the County may (1) require

the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements

and (2) reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.

GG. ACCEPTANCE

Upon completion but prior to the Acceptance of the work by Harris County, the Contractor shall submit, if

applicable, a written statement of substantial compliance sealed by a professional engineer licensed in the

State of Texas. The written statement of substantial compliance must acknowledge that all construction

materials and operations used in the project were tested and inspected and that they comply with all the

specifications applicable to the project. After all items on the Punch List (if applicable) have been

satisfactorily completed, and all warranties issued, the project can be brought to final resolution. Depending

on the project, the County may require written documentation that the work has been inspected and

Accepted.

Final inspection and Acceptance of all work performed, reports and other deliverables will be performed

by the County or its designee. The basis for Acceptance shall be compliance with the requirements and

other terms and conditions of the Contract. Deliverable items that are rejected shall be corrected in

accordance with applicable clauses.

HH. TITLE TRANSFER

Title and Risk of Loss of goods shall not pass to Harris County until Harris County actually receives and

takes possession of the goods at the point or points of delivery. Receiving times may vary with the using

department. Generally, deliveries may be made between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Contractor is advised to consult Harris County Purchasing for instructions. The place of delivery shall be

as directed by the County.

II. WARRANTIES

Contractor shall furnish all data pertinent to warranties or guarantees which may apply to items in the bid.

Contractor may not limit or exclude any implied warranties. Contractor warrants that product sold to the

County shall conform to the standards established by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Occupational

Safety and Health Act of 1970 (“OSHA”). In the event product does not conform to OSHA Standards,

where applicable, Harris County may return the product for correction or replacement at Contractor’s

expense. If Contractor fails to make the appropriate correction within a reasonable time, Harris County may

correct at Contractor’s expense.

Labor, materials, and equipment furnished under the Contract shall be of the type and quality required by

the Scope of Work and Contract, new (unless otherwise required or permitted by the Contract) and installed

in a good and workmanlike manner and otherwise in accordance with the Contract. Contractor shall use

sound construction principles and practices in the performance of the work; apply to the work a high degree

of skill, care, judgment and supervision to assure that the work is performed properly and in accordance

with the Contract; and ensure the work will be free from defects not inherent in the quality required or

permitted.

All work performed by the Contractor shall be guaranteed for a period of one (1) year. Such warranty will

be stipulated in the Contract between the Contractor and the County. For a period of one (1) year, the

County may require the Contractor to correct defects or problems arising from his or her work under this

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Contract. Should the Contractor fail to do so, the County may take any necessary legal recourse as

prescribed in the Contract. A reasonable amount of time will be given to correct the problem; however, in

no case will such time exceed two weeks for Contractor to respond.

JJ. SEALS, LOGOS, AND FLAGS

Contractor shall not use any Federal, State, or local government agency seal, logo(s), crest, or reproduction

of flags or likeness of agency officials without expressed, specific agency pre-approval in writing.

KK. SILENCE OF SPECIFICATIONS

The apparent silence of specifications as to any detail, or the apparent omission from it of a detailed

description concerning any point, shall be regarded as meaning that only the best commercial practice is to

prevail and that only material and workmanship of the finest quality are to be used. All interpretations of

specifications shall be made on the basis of this statement. The items furnished under this contract shall be

new, unused of the latest product in production to commercial trade and shall be of the highest quality as

to materials used and workmanship. Manufacturer furnishing these items shall be experienced in design

and construction of such items and shall be an established supplier of the item.

LL. SEVERABILITY

If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word of these requirements or the

specifications shall be held invalid, such holding shall not affect the remaining portions of these

requirements and the specifications and it is hereby declared that such remaining portions would have been

included in these requirements and the specifications as though the invalid portion had been omitted.

IX. ATTACHMENTS

☒ Attachment A – Housing Construction Inspection Services-Construction Specification Manual

☒ Attachment B – Bid & Addenda Acknowledgement

☒ Attachment C – Bid Schedule/Pricing Form

☒ Attachment D – Certification Regarding Lobbying

☒ Attachment E – Form 1295

☒ Attachment F – Statement of Bidder Qualifications

☒ Attachment H – Subcontractor Listing Form

☒ Attachment I – References

☒ Attachment K – Contractor Profile

☒ Attachment L – Bid Check Return Authorization Form

☒ Attachment M – Performance Bond for Public Works Contracts over $100,000

☒ Attachment O – Payment Bond

☒ Attachment P – Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards & Requirements

☒ Attachment Q – Certification of Bidder Regarding Civil Rights Laws and Regulations

☒ Attachment S – Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan (if applicable)

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☒ Attachment U – Section 3 Clause (if applicable)

☒ Attachment V – Minimum Insurance Requirements

☒ Attachment W – Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Rule 110.110

☒ Attachment Y – Prevailing Wage Rates, Worker Classification Definitions and Payroll Submittal

Instructions

☒ Attachment AA – Harris County Minimum Property Standards

☒ Attachment BB – Required Contract Provisions

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Attachment A

Housing Construction & Inspection Services – Contractor Specification

Manual

(249 Pages)

(For prospective vendors interested in this IFB, the Housing Construction & Inspection Services -

Contractor Specification Manual may be downloaded from BuySpeed Online at

https://bids.hctx.net/bso/login.jsp, or, may be picked up between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through

Friday at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, 1001 Preston Street, Suite 670, Houston, TX)

Attachment B

BID & ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Addenda Acknowledgement

As required by this solicitation, the undersigned Bidder hereby acknowledges receipt of all Addenda through and

including:

Addendum Number Dated Signature

_______________ _______________ _____________________________________________

_______________ _______________ _____________________________________________

_______________ _______________ _____________________________________________

_______________ _______________ _____________________________________________

_______________ _______________ _____________________________________________

_______________ _______________ _____________________________________________

No addenda were received

Bid Acknowledgement

This acknowledgment shall be signed, in ink, by a corporate officer, partner, or proprietor:

I certify that this Bid is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or

person submitting a Bid for the same construction, service, or material and is in all respects fair and without collusion

or fraud. I am authorized to sign this bid for the Bidder and agreed to abide by all conditions of this Invitation for Bid

and certify that I have read and understand the bidding documents in their entirety. In signing this Acknowledgement,

I attest that under this Bid I shall provide the goods and/or services requested in this Invitation for Bids according to

the published provisions of this IFB. I confirm the Pricing provided to the County under this IFB and certify that all

statements made are true, complete and correct.

___________________________________________________ _______________

Authorized Signature Date

Authorized Representative Name (First & Last):

Company Name:

Company Address:

Bidder DUNS Number:

Telephone:________________________ Fax:____________________e-mail:_____________________________

FOR INTERNAL USE

Accepted by:__________________________________________ Date:__________________________

HARRIS COUNTY JUDGE LINA HIDALGO

Attachment C

BID SCHEDULE/PRICING FORM

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PRICING

Prices for all goods and/or services shall be firm for the duration of this contract. Prices shall be all

inclusive. No price changes, additions, or subsequent qualifications will be honored during the course of

the contract. All prices must be written in ink or typed. Pricing on all transportation, freight, drayage and

other charges are to be prepaid by the successful Bidder and included in the Bid prices. If there are any

additional charges of any kind, other than those mentioned above, specified or unspecified, Bidder MUST

indicate the items required and attendant costs or forfeit the right to payment for such items.

Bidder must provide pricing in the units requested within this IFB within Attachment C, Bid

Schedule/Pricing Form (Bid Book). Any quantities provided are based on estimates, and Bidder

acknowledges that Harris County may require more or less. Where unit pricing and extended pricing

differ, unit pricing governs.

(The Bid Pricing Schedule/Pricing Forms are available by downloading from BuySpeed Online at

https://bids.hctx.net/bso/login.jsp. If vendors are unable to download the forms from BuySpeed Online,

bidders may also pick up the forms between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at the Office

of the Purchasing Agent, 1001 Preston Street, Suite 670, Houston, TX.)

MAINTENANCE

If applicable, maintenance required for equipment proposed should be available in Harris County by a

manufacturer-authorized maintenance facility. Costs for this service shall be shown on the Bid Schedule

/ Pricing Form. If Harris County opts to include maintenance, it shall be so stated in the Scope of Work

and resulting contract, and said cost shall be included. Service will commence only upon expiration of

applicable warranties and should be priced accordingly, if applicable.

Attachment D

CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING

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(To be submitted with each bid exceeding $100,000)

The undersigned [Bidder] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge, that:

(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the

undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or

employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or

an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal

contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering

into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment,

or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any

person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a

Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member

of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative

agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form- LLL, “Disclosure

Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions.

(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the

award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and

contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall

certify and disclose accordingly.

This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction

was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this

transaction imposed by 31 U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any

person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000

and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.

Bidders are required to complete Form SF-LLL - Disclosure of Lobbying Activities to disclose lobbying

activities pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352.

Bidder, ___________________________, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each

statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, Bidder understands and agrees that the

provisions of 31 U.S.C. § 3801 et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.

Print Name and Title of Bidder’s Authorized Official

Signature of Bidder’s Authorized Official Date

Attachment D

CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING

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1. Type of Federal Action: 2. Status of Federal Action: 3. Report Type:

a. contract a. bid/offer/application a. initial filing

b. grant b. initial award b. material change

c. cooperative agreement c. post-award

d. loan For material change only:

e. loan guarantee Year quarter

f. loan insurance Date of last report

4. Name and Address of Reporting Entity: 5. If Reporting Entity in No. 4 is Subawardee, Enter

Prime Name and Address of Prime:

Subawardee

Tier If Known:

Congressional District, if known: Congressional District, if known:

6. Federal Department/Agency: 7. Federal Program Name/Description:

CFDA Number, if applicable

8. Federal Action Number, if known: 9. Award Amount, if known:

$

10. a. Name and Address of Lobbying Registrant b. Individuals Performing Services (including

(if individual, last name, first name, MI): address if different from No. 10a)

(last name, first name, MI):

11. Information requested through this form is

authorized by title 31 U.S.C. section 1352. This Signature:

disclosure of lobbying activities is a material

representation of fact upon which reliance was placed Print Name:

by tier above when this transaction was made or

entered into. This disclosure is required pursuant to 31 Title:

U.S.C. 1352. This information will be reported to the

Congress semi-annually and will be available for public Telephone No.: Date:

inspection. Any person who fails to file the required

disclosure shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less

than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such

failure

Federal Use Only Authorized for Local Reproduction

Standard Form – LLL (Rev. 7-97)

Attachment E

FORM 1295 – CERTIFICATE OF INTERESTED PARTIES

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Attachment F

STATEMENT OF BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

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This Statement of Bidder Qualifications requests information about Bidder that will be used in the evaluation of Bidder

responsibility. All Bidders must complete this form in its entirety and submit with the Bid. Answers should be as thorough and

definitive as possible and include all pertinent data. Supplemental materials, additional pages, or requested lists providing

additional information may be attached to further clarify answers.

General Information

1. Name of company/organization: _______________________________________________

2. Address of company/organization:

3. Home office address (if other than above):

4. Telephone No: Fax No.:

5. Type of business entity (corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, etc.):

A. If your organization is a corporation, please provide on a separate sheet(s), detailing the following: Date of

incorporation, State of incorporation, Names of President, Vice-president, Secretary, and Treasurer.

B. If your organization is a partnership or individually owned, please attach a list detailing the following: Date of

organization, Name of owner(s) or partners.

6. Place of incorporation (if applicable):

7. Type of work performed by your company:

8. Year founded/established:

9. Has your organization been in business under its present name for at least five (5) years? ☐ YES ☐ NO

A. If not, please explain why.

10. Primary individual to contact:

Experience Record

Have you ever failed to complete any work awarded to you? ☐ YES ☐ NO

If yes, explain, indicating what was not completed and the reasoning:

Have you ever defaulted on a contract? ☐ YES ☐ NO

If yes, explain:

Has your organization filed any lawsuits or requested arbitration with regards to any contracts within the last five (5) years? ☐ YES ☐

NO

If yes, attach a list of any lawsuits or requested arbitrations and their final outcome.

How many years has your organization been providing the services identified in this IFB to the following types of entities?

Government (Public) Entities: ____________

Private (Commercial) Entities: ____________

Attachment F

STATEMENT OF BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

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List three to five (3-5) similar projects as the one specified in this solicitation that your organization has completed over the last five (5)

years. For each project, as applicable, provide the name, nature of the project, size (SF), location, cost, completion date, owner and

architect. Attach additional pages as necessary:

1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

5. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List the major projects your organization has in progress, giving the name and location of the project as well as nature of the type of

services you are providing. Provide dollar amount of contract, type of work, percent complete, estimated completion date, and owner

information for each project:

$ Amount of Contract Type of Work Est. Date of Name and Address

Completion of Owner

1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe your organization’s concepts for working in a team relationship with the owner and user groups during the completion of projects

similar to that identified in this IFB. Identify which of the project(s) listed on Attachment I, References, best exemplify these concepts and

experiences. Attach additional pages as necessary:

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please list categories of work that your organization normally performs with its own forces.

1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please list subcontractors in which your organization has some ownership or relationship and list the categories of work those

subcontractors normally perform.

1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Portions of work Bidder proposes to sublet in case of award of contract, including amount and type:

1. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List of Surety Bonds in Force on the above incomplete work:

$ Amount of Contract Amount of Bond Name of Surety Company

1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Equipment Schedule (if applicable)

List of equipment owned by Bidder that is in serviceable condition and available for use:

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Attachment F

STATEMENT OF BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

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Dated this day _________ of _______________ 20___

___________________________________________

(Name of Organization)

By:_______________________________________

(Title)

Submitted by______________________________ an individual

a partnership

a corporation

with principal office at ________________________________________________________

(Full Address or City, State)

To be filled in by Corporation: To be filled in by Partnership

Date incorporated _____________ Date formed ________________

Under the laws of _____________State. State whether partnership is general, limited or associated

Executive Officer ___________________ List Members:

___________________________

___________________________

___________________________

___________________________

State of ___________________

County of _________________

_________________________________________, being duly sworn, deposes and attests that he/she is

(Name of Bidder’s Representative)

____________________________________ of ____________________________________________,

(Position Title) (Name of Organization)

and that: (1) the Bidder bidding this work and the contractors / subcontractors anticipated to perform the work are properly

licensed, as applicable, and shall provide proof of said licensure needed to complete the scope of work; (2) the answers to the

foregoing questions on the attached/associated forms and all statements therein are correct to the best of their knowledge; (3)

the experience record and the schedule of equipment are made part of this affidavit as though written in full herein; and (4) all

statements and answers to the questions given in the above-mentioned experience record and schedule of equipment are true

and correct.

_______________________________________________________, sworn to before me this _____ day

(Name of Bidder’s Representative)

of ______________, 20__.

____________________________ (Seal)

Notary Public My Commission expires:

Attachment H

SUBCONTRACTOR LISTING FORM

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ursuant to this IFB, it is required that the Bidder provide information below for each Subcontractor who will perform work or

labor or render service to the Bidder in connection with the project.

Company Name:_______________________________ Industry: ________________________________

DUNS #: _____________________________________ Certified HUB / MWBE: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Approximate Contract Value $____________________ Start & End of Contract ___________________

Description of Work to be performed:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Company Name:_______________________________ Industry: ________________________________

DUNS #: _____________________________________ Certified HUB / MWBE: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Approximate Contract Value $____________________ Start & End of Contract ___________________

Description of Work to be performed:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Company Name:_______________________________ Industry: ________________________________

DUNS #: _____________________________________ Certified HUB / MWBE: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Approximate Contract Value $____________________ Start & End of Contract ___________________

Description of Work to be performed:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Company Name:_______________________________ Industry: ________________________________

DUNS #: _____________________________________ Certified HUB / MWBE: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Approximate Contract Value $____________________ Start & End of Contract ___________________

Description of Work to be performed:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Attachment H

SUBCONTRACTOR LISTING FORM

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Company Name:_______________________________ Industry: ________________________________

DUNS #: _____________________________________ Certified HUB / MWBE: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Approximate Contract Value $____________________ Start & End of Contract ___________________

Description of Work to be performed:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Company Name:_______________________________ Industry: ________________________________

DUNS #: _____________________________________ Certified HUB / MWBE: ☐ Yes ☐ No

Approximate Contract Value $____________________ Start & End of Contract ___________________

Description of Work to be performed:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Bidder shall be responsible for ensuring any Subcontractors used are properly licensed, insured, and authorized to

work under government contracts by checking state, local, and federal debarment lists. A final Subcontractor Listing

Form will be required prior to contract award.

☐ I will not be subcontracting any portion of the contract and will be fulfilling the entire contract with my

own resources.

Signature of Bidder:

Print Name:

Attachment I

REFERENCES

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Reference #1

Organization Name:

Contact Name/Telephone No.:

E-mail Address:

Address:

Services provided:

Reference #2

Organization Name:

Contact Name/Telephone No.:

E-mail Address:

Address:

Services provided:

Reference #3

Organization Name:

Contact Name/Telephone No.:

E-mail Address:

Address:

Services provided:

Attachment I

REFERENCES

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Reference #4

Organization Name:

Contact Name/Telephone No.:

E-mail Address:

Address:

Services provided:

Reference #5

Organization Name:

Contact Name/Telephone No.:

E-mail Address:

Address:

Services provided:

Reference #6

Organization Name:

Contact Name/Telephone No.:

E-mail Address:

Address:

Services provided:

Attachment K

CONTRACTOR PROFILE

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To be submitted within fifteen (15) working days after being notified as apparent low bidder.)

Project Name: _______________________________________________ Project No. __________

Name of Contractor ____________________ Contractor’s FED Tax ID# ___________ DUNS # _______

Name of Subcontractor _________________ Subcontractor's FED Tax ID# _________ DUNS # _______

Category of Trade (e.g. Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.)

______________________________________________

Type of Contract:

Construction Professional Architectural / Engineering

Name of Principle Owner(s) _______________________________________________

Name of Contact Person __________________________________________________

Company Address ________________________________________________________________________

Phone _______________________________________________

Email _______________________________________________

Estimated Amount of Contract or Subcontract: $________________________________________________

Women Owned: Yes No Minority Owned: Yes No

Section 3 Business: Yes No (if yes, must attach GLO Section 3 Self-Certification for Business Concerns)

Signature of Contractor Date

Racial/Ethnic Codes:

White American

Black/African American

Asian/Pacific American

Native American

Hispanic Americans

Hasidic Jews

Multi-racial ______________________

Attachment L

BID CHECK RETURN AUTHORIZATION FORM

55

Bidder must complete this form and attach to bid check. All bid checks must be for the required amount

and be payable to Harris County, not payable to any individual.

If a bid, the County Clerk may retain the bid checks of the three lowest Bidders until after the award and

approval of the contract, receipt of a performance bond, and, if required, receipt of a payment bond. The

County Clerk shall return the bid checks of all other Bidders at any time within seventy-two (72) hours

following the opening of bids. If an IFB, all bid checks will be retained by the Office of the Purchasing

Agent until after the award and approval of the contract, receipt of a performance bond, and, if required,

receipt of a payment bond.

Authorization is hereby granted for Harris County to return the bid check via regular mail without liability

of any kind or nature to the address listed below if:

1. we are an unsuccessful Bidder, or

2. a performance bond, and payment bond, if required, has replaced the bid check, or

3. upon completion of contract.

Bid for:

______________________________________________________________________________

Cashier's Check Number _______________________, Drawn on

________________________________

Bank of _____________________________________, Dated _________________________________

in

the amount of $____________________.

Name:

Business Address:

Signature:

Mailing Address:

City & State: Zip Code:

Telephone: _____________________ Email:

For Use of County Clerk/Purchasing Agent Only:

Date Check Mailed: By:

Ledger Number: Dept:

Attachment M

PERFORMANCE BOND FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS OVER $100,000

56

BOND NO._________________ Public Works Contracts Over $100,000 – Pursuant to Texas Government Code 2253.001, et.seq, as amended

STATE OF TEXAS

COUNTY OF HARRIS

KNOW ALL MEN BY THE PRESENTS: That address: phone: , hereinafter called the Principal;

and _______________________address: ________________________ phone: ________________, a corporation;

existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of _______________ and authorized to do an indemnifying business

in the State of Texas, and whose principal office is located in the City of __________________State of _____,whose registered agent residing in the State of Texas, authorized to accept service in all suits and actions brought

within said State, is (name):__________________________ address: _________________________________ hereinafter

called Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the County of Harris, State of Texas, in the full sum of Dollars

($ ) for the payment whereof, the said Principal and Surety bind themselves, and their heirs, administrators

executors successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. WHEREAS, the Principal has entered

into a certain written contract with the Obligee, dated the day of , 20___ to:

Job No. which contract is hereby referred to and made a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as fully and to the same extent

as if copied at length herein.

The Principal and the Surety hereon each agree, bind and obligate himself and themselves to pay to the County of

Harris, Texas, all loss or damage to it occasioned by reason of failure of the Principal to comply strictly with each and

every provision contained in said contract and agreement, and further agree, bind and obligate themselves to save and keep

harmless the County of Harris from any and all damages expense and claims of every kind and character which the County

of Harris may suffer directly or indirectly, as a result of the execution of the contract herein secured.

If the said Principal shall fail to comply with any of the contract to such an extent that it shall be forfeited or

abandoned by him, or declared abandoned or suspended by the County, then said Surety shall have the right and privilege

within five (5) days after the date of notice of notice of such action from the County, to assume control of the contract and

all work thereunder and to sublet or complete it in strict conformity with the provisions of said contract; and provided,

further, that failure on the part of the Surety to do so within said five (5) days will work an immediate forfeiture of all right

to thereafter assume control of the contract and the work thereunder. Failure of the County to give the Surety notice of

any default neglect, or omission of the Principal shall not diminish the obligations of the Surety in any respect.

PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that this bond is executed pursuant to the provisions of Texas Government Code

2253.001, et. seq, as amended, and all liabilities of this bond shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of said

article to the same extent as if it were copied at length herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said Principal and Surety have signed and sealed this instrument this day

of__________________, 20___.

___________________________________

(Principal)

I certify that the Commissioner's ____________________________________

Court approved this Bond on (Corporate Surety)

, ______.

By: ___________________________________

Deputy County Clerk (Attorney-in-fact)

Address: _________________________________

Phone: ________________________________

Attachment O

PAYMENT BOND

57

Texas Department of Insurance 1-800-578-4677 BOND NUMBER _______________________

Pursuant to Texas Government Code 2253.001, et. seq, as amended

STATE OF TEXAS

COUNTY OF HARRIS

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That________________________, address:______________________________, phone: (___)_______________,

Hereinafter called the Principle; and ______________________________, mailing address:

___________________________________________________, physical address:

____________________________________________________, phone: ______________________, a corporation;

existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of ______________________ and authorized to do an indemnifying

business in the State of Texas, and whose principal office is located in the City of __________________________, State

of __________________________, whose registered agent residing in the State of Texas, authorized to accept service in

all suits and actions brought within said State, is (individual’s name): ______________________________________,

mailing address: ______________________________________________________, physical address:

___________________________________________________________________________, phone:

_______________________, hereinafter called Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the County of Harris, State of

Texas, in the full sum of _____________________________________Dollars______________ for the payment whereof,

the said Principal and Surety bind themselves, and their heirs, administrators, executors, successors and assigns, jointly

and severally, firmly by these presents.

WHEREAS, the Principal has entered into a certain written contract with the Obligee, dated the day of , 20___,

for Job __________, which contract is hereby referred to and made a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as if copied

at length herein.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that if the said Principal shall pay all

claimants supplying labor and material to him or a subcontractor in the prosecution of the work provided for in said

contract, then, this obligation shall be void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect.

PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that this bond is executed pursuant to the provisions of, Texas Government Code 2253.001, et.

seq, as amended, and all liabilities of this bond shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of said article to the

same extent as if it were copied at length herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said Principal and Surety have signed and sealed this instrument this ___________ day of

________________________, 20 _________.

Accepted and Approved on behalf of Harris County _________________________________on

________________________________, 20 __________

(Principal)

By:

(Corporate Surety)

Countersignature:

By:

(Attorney-in-fact)

Agency Name:

Address:

License No.:

Phone

No.:

Attachment P

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS &

REQUIREMENTS

58

The undersigned [Bidder] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge that _______________________________,

Bidder company or legal entity responding to this IFB, understands and is in compliance with the applicable federal

standards and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to those specified in Title 2 Code of Federal

Regulations 200.326 and 2 C.F.R. 200 Appendix II, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit

Requirements for Federal Awards, and those listed under Required Contract Provisions (Attachment CC), and agrees

to pass through these requirements to its subcontractors and third-party contractors who will perform work on or are

relevant to this contract, as applicable. Bidder must initial by each regulatory requirement and sign below.

A. ACCESS TO RECORDS & RECORD RETENTION – Bidder agrees to comply with 2 CFR 200.336 and

provide Harris County, the State of Texas, the Texas General Land Office (GLO), the U.S. Department of

Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the FEMA Administrator, the Inspectors General, the Comptroller

General of the United States, or any of their pass-through entities or authorized representatives access to any

books, documents, papers, and records of the successful Bidder(s) which are directly pertinent to this

contract/project for the purposes of making/responding to audits, examinations, excerpts, and transcriptions.

Successful Bidder shall maintain all records pertaining to the project for seven (7) years after receiving final

payment and after all other pending matters have been closed.

B. ACCESSIBILITY – Bidder agrees to comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations which

prohibit recipients of federal funding from discriminating against individuals with disabilities. Applicable laws

and regulations with which Bidder must comply shall include, but are not limited to, the following: Section

504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. Section 794) (24 CFR Parts 8‐9); the Architectural Barriers

Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157); the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (Appendix A to 24 CFR Part

40 and Appendix A to 41 CFR Part 101-19, subpart 101-19.6); the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C.

12131; 47 U.S.C. 155, 201, 218, and 225); Texas Administrative Code, Title 10, Chapter 60, Subchapter (B)

the Texas Architectural Barriers Act (TABA); the Architectural Barriers (AB) Rules; and the Texas

Accessibility Standards (TAS).

C. BYRD ANTI-LOBBYING AGREEMENT – Bidder submitting bids exceeding $100,000 agree to comply with

CFR 200 APPENDIX II (J) and 24 CFR 570.303, and shall file the required certification (see Attachment D,

Certification Regarding Lobbying) under 31 U.S.C. 1352.

D. CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 (TITLE VI 42 U.S.C. § 2000D) – Bidder agrees to comply with Title VI of

the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 109 of the Community Development Act of 1974, Section 504 of the

Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. Section 794) (24 CFR Parts 8‐9), and the Americans with Disabilities

Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12131; 47 U.S.C. 155, 201, 218, and 225), which prohibits Contractors from excluding

or denying individuals benefits or participation in this project on the basis of race, color, religion, national

origin, sex, or disability. The provisions require that no person in the United States shall on the ground of race,

color, national origin or sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to

discrimination under any program or activity funded in whole or in part with community development funds

made available pursuant to these Acts.

E. CLEAN AIR ACT & THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT – If at any time during the

contract term funding to contract exceeds $150,000, Bidder agrees to comply with all provisions of the Clean

Air Act (42 U.S.C. 85) and Section 308 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387), as

amended. Bidder agrees it shall not expend such funds by making use of subcontracting with facilities included

on the Environmental Protection Agency List of Violating Facilities as per Section 306 of the Clean Air Act,

Section 508 of The Clean Water Act, Executive Order 11738, and Environmental Protection Agency

Regulations 40 CFR.

Attachment P

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS &

REQUIREMENTS

59

For any subcontractors under this contract receiving contracts in excess of $150,000 Bidder agrees to include

a provision that requires compliance with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the

Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 85) and Section 308 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33

U.S.C. 1251-1387). Violations shall be reported to the Federal awarding agency and the Regional Office of the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

F. CONTRACT WORK HOURS & SAFETY STANDARDS ACT – Bidder agrees to comply with the Contract

Work Hours and Safety Standards Act. For any contract awarded under this contract opportunity in excess of

$100,000, that contract shall be a covered transaction for purposes of compliance with the Contract Work

Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 3701-3708). Where applicable, all contracts awarded by the non-

Federal entity in excess of $100,000 that involve the employment of mechanics or laborers must include a

provision for compliance with 40 U.S.C. 3702 and 3704, as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations

(29 CFR Part 5).

G. COPELAND “ANTI-KICKBACK” ACT – Bidder agrees to comply with the Copeland “Anti-Kickback” Act

(40 U.S.C. 3145), as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 3, “Contractors and

Subcontractors on Public Building or Public Work Financed in Whole or in Part by Loans or Grants from the

United States”). The Act provides that each vendor, contractor, subcontractor, or subrecipient shall be

prohibited from inducing, by any means, any person employed in the construction, completion, or repair of

public work, to give up any part of the compensation to which he or she is otherwise entitled.

H. COST PLUS CONTRACTING PROHIBITED – Bidder agrees to comply with the prohibition against cost-

plus-a-percentage-of-cost (CPPC) contracting. Pursuant to 2 CFR 200.323(d), Bidder agrees to never use cost

plus a percentage of cost and percentage of construction cost methods of contracting, including in subcontracts

and third-party contracts. A cost-plus contract is one that is structured to pay the contractor or subcontractor

their actual costs incurred, plus a fixed percent for profit or overhead.

I. DAVIS BACON & RELATED ACTS – When applicable, Bidder agrees to comply with the Davis Bacon and

Related Acts, and the requirements shall be applicable to any labor or mechanic work completed in connection

with this contract which fall under the Davis Bacon Act. Any Contractor awarded under this contract is required

to comply with the Davis Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141-3144, and 3146-3148) as supplemented by Department

of Labor regulations (29 CFR part 3 and part 6). In accordance with the statute, Contractors are required to pay

wages to laborers and mechanics at a rate not less than the prevailing wages specified in a wage determination

made by the Secretary of Labor. In addition, contractors must be required to pay wages not less than once a

week.

J. DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION – Bidder affirms that it is not debarred nor suspended from receiving

federally-funded awards. Non-federal entities and contractors are subject to the debarment and suspension

regulations implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension (1986) and Executive Order

12689, Debarment and Suspension (1989) at 2 C.F.R. Part 180 and the Department of Homeland Security’s

regulations at 2 C.F.R. Part 3000 (Nonprocurement Debarment and Suspension). These regulations restrict

awards, sub-awards, and contracts with certain parties that are debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded

from or ineligible for participation in Federal assistance programs and activities.

K. ENERGY EFFICIENCY – Bidder agrees to comply with the standards and policies relating to energy

efficiency, which are contained in the state energy conservation plan issued in compliance with the Energy

Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6201).

L. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – Bidder agrees to comply with the Equal Opportunity clause

provided under 41 C.F.R. § 60-1.4(b), in accordance with Executive Order 11246, Equal Employment

Attachment P

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS &

REQUIREMENTS

60

Opportunity (30 Fed. Reg. 12319, 12935, 3 C.F.R. Part, 1964-1965 Comp., p. 339), as amended by Executive

Order 11375, Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity, and

implementing regulations at 41 C.F.R. Part 60 (Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal

Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor).

Bidder agrees it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Bidder agrees to take affirmative action to

ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their

race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

M. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES – Bidder agrees to

comply with the requirements of the equal opportunity clause at 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This clause prohibits

discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by the

Contractor to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

Bidder agrees to include the terms of this clause in every subcontract or purchase order in excess of $15,000

unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary, so that such provisions will be binding upon

each subcontractor or vendor.

N. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS – Bidder agrees to comply with required

Equal Employment Opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans provisions (41 CFR 60.300). Bidder agrees

it shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because he or she is a disabled

veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or Armed Forces service

medal veteran in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified.

Bidder agrees to take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat qualified

individuals without discrimination based on their status as a protected veteran in all employment practices.

Bidder shall include the Equal Employment Opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans clause in each of

its covered Government contracts or subcontracts (and modifications, renewals, or extensions thereof if not

included in the original contract).

O. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT – Bidder agrees to comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (29

U.S.C. Section 201 et seq.). Bidder warrants and represents that it will pay all its workers all monies earned by

its workers including, but not limited to regular wages, any overtime compensation, or any additional payments

pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 207 9a(1), as amended; the

Texas Pay Day Act; the Equal Pay Act; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et

al., as amended; or any provisions of the Texas Labor Code Ann., as amended.

P. FLOOD DISASTER PROTECTION ACT OF 1973 – Bidder agrees to comply with the provisions in 24 CFR

570.605, Section 202(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4106), and the regulations in

44 CFR Parts 59-79.

Q. GREEN BUILDING – Bidder agrees to comply with local codes and national building codes for any work

involving rehabilitation or construction, including design. When contract is funded, in whole or in part, by

HUD funding, Bidder agrees to comply with applicable Green Building standards to the maximum extent

feasible. Green Building standards may apply to single-family properties, multifamily properties, or both and

may include, but are not limited to best practices defined under LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, or

NAHB National Green Building Standards and may include specific measures for water conservation, energy

efficiency, and indoor air quality. Bidder agrees to comply with the following standards, as applicable:

2009 ICC International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

Attachment P

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS &

REQUIREMENTS

61

ASHRAE 90.1-2007, which sets minimum energy standards for buildings except low-rise residential

buildings

ASHRAE 62.1-2010 and 62.2-2010, which set minimum standards for ventilation for indoor air quality

for common areas in mid- and high-rise buildings, and low-rise residential buildings, respectively.

New or replacement residential housing, when funded by CDBG-DR grants, must adhere to Green

Building standards, including Energy Star Certified Homes or Energy Star for Multifamily High Rise and

other applicable green building requirements.

Moderate residential housing rehabilitation, when funded by CDBG-DR grants, must comply with the

Community Planning & Development (CPD) Retrofit Checklist and provide Energy Star appliances,

Water Sense or FEMP products if replaced.

R. HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT – Bidder agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Harris County

from all claims for personal injury, death and/or property damage resulting directly or indirectly from

contractor's performance. The successful Bidder shall procure and maintain, with respect to the subject matter

of this Invitation for Bids, appropriate insurance coverage including, at a minimum, public liability and

property damage with adequate limits to cover contractor's liability as may arise directly or indirectly from

work performed under terms of this Invitation for Bids. Certification of such coverage must be provided to the

County upon request.

S. LEAD BASED PAINT – Bidder agrees to comply with the provisions found in 24 CFR 570.608, the Lead-

Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. 4821-4846), the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard

Reduction Act of 1992 (U.S.C. 4851-4856, and 24 CFR Part 35, subparts A, B, J, K, and R. This Article 2(f)

is to be included in all subcontracts, for work in connection with this Agreement, which relate to residential

structures.

T. NON-COLLUSION – Bidder agrees to comply with The Sherman Act, which prohibits any agreement among

competitors to fix prices, rig bids, or engage in other anticompetitive activity. Collusion, bid rigging, or other

anticompetitive activity is considered a felony. Bidder agrees that it has not in any way directly or indirectly:

Colluded, conspired, or agreed with any other person, firm, corporation, Bidder or potential Bidder to the

amount of this Bid or the terms or conditions of this Bid; Paid or agreed to pay any other person, firm,

corporation Bidder or potential Bidder any money or anything of value in return for assistance in procuring or

attempting to procure a contract or in return for establishing the prices in the attached Bid or the Bid of any

other Bidder; or Assembled in coordination with any other organization in an attempt to fix the price of the

work.

U. PARTICIPATION BY MINORITY & WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES – Bidder agrees to

comply with the Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise participation requirements under 2 CFR

200.321. Contractors who are awarded contracts with the County are required to take all affirmative steps

necessary to subcontract with Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs).

V. POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST – In accordance with 2 CFR 200.112, Bidder agrees to comply

with disclosure requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 176. Bidder agrees not to

use funds to directly or indirectly pay any person for influencing or attempting to influence any public

employee or official in connection with the awarding of any contract or the extension, continuation, renewal,

amendment or modification of any contract. By law, the Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (provided by the

Texas Ethics Commission at www.ethics.state.tx.us) must be filed with the records administrator of the local

governmental entity not later than the 7th business day after the date Bidder becomes aware of facts that require

the statement to be filed.

Attachment P

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS &

REQUIREMENTS

62

W. PREVAILING WAGES – Bidder agrees to comply with Texas Government Code (TGC) 2258, Prevailing

Wage Rates. In accordance with the statute, Contractors shall be required to pay wages to laborers and

mechanics at a rate not less than the local prevailing wages, or Davis Bacon wages, as applicable. If both Texas

prevailing wages and Davis Bacon provide rates for a particular class, Contractors must pay the greater wage

rate.

X. PROCUREMENT OF RECOVERED MATERIALS – Bidder agrees to comply with Section 6002 of the

Solid Waste Disposal Act, Pub. L. No. 89-272 (1965) (codified as amended by the Resource Conservation and

Recovery Act at 42 U.S.C. § 6962). As such, any contractors awarded under this contract opportunities are

subject to the requirements of Section 6002.

Y. PROGRAM FRAUD & FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENT OR RELATED ACTS – Bidder agrees

to comply with 31 U.S.C. Chapter 38, Administrative Remedies for False Claims and Statements, which applies

to the activities and actions of the Contractor and its subcontractors pertaining to any matter resulting from the

contract.

Z. RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLIC BUILDINGS & PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS - The Bidder certifies by

the submission of its bid that it:

Is not a Contractor of a foreign country included on the USTR list.

Has not and will not enter into any subcontract with a subcontractor of a foreign country

included on the USTR list.

Will not provide any product of a foreign country included on the USTR list.

AA. SECTION 3 ACT OF 1968 – Bidder agrees to comply with the provisions of 12 U.S.C. 1701u and 24 CFR

135. For any HUD-funded contract with an anticipated value in excess of $100,000, the contract shall be

considered a covered transaction for purposes of compliance with the Section 3 Act of 1968. Contractor must

include the Section 3 Clause (Attachment U, Section 3 Clause) in its entirety, in every subcontract subject to

compliance with regulations in 24 CFR 135. DISCLAIMER: THIS SOLICITATION DOES

INVOLVE HUD FUNDING AND THEREFORE SECTION 3 DOES APPLY.

If requested by Harris County, Bidder agrees to provide their policy and/or documentation verifying compliance with

each of the above listed regulatory requirements.

__________________________________________________________________

Print Name and Title of Bidder’s Authorized Official

_______________________________________________ ____________

Signature of Bidder’s Authorized Official Date

Attachment Q

CERTIFICATION OF BIDDER REGARDING CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS &

REGULATIONS

63

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

CERTIFICATION REGARDING CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS AND REGULATIONS

INSTRUCTIONS

CERTIFICATION OF BIDDER REGARDING Executive Order 11246 and Federal Laws Requiring Federal Contractor to

adopt and abide by equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in their hiring, firing, and promotion practices.

This includes practices related to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, and veterans’ rights.

NAME AND ADDRESS OF BIDDER (include ZIP Code)

CERTIFICATION BY BIDDER

Bidder has participated in a previous contract or subcontract subject to Civil Rights Laws and Regulations.

☐ Yes ☐ No

The undersigned hereby certifies that:

☐ The Section 3 Clause is included in the Solicitation. A written Section 3 plan was prepared and submitted as part of

the IFB proceedings (if contract equals or exceeds $100,000).

☐ The Non-Segregated Facilities clause is included in the Solicitation. No segregated facilities will be maintained as

required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

☐ The Equal Employment Opportunity clause is included in the Solicitation (if contract equals or exceeds $10,000).

☐ The Equal Employment Opportunity for Workers With Disabilities clause is included in the Solicitation.

Have you ever been or are you being considered for sanction due to violation of Executive Order 11246, as amended?

☐ Yes ☐ No

NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Please type)

SIGNATURE DATE

Attachment S

SECTION 3 EMPLOYMENT & MINORITY BUSINESS PLAN

64

All contractors and subcontractors (whose contract is HUD-funded, and the amount exceeds a threshold of

$100,000) are required to submit a complete Plan detailing employment, as well as economic opportunities for

small business enterprises, and to minority, women-owned, Section 3 residents and business concerns (S/M/W/

Section 3 business enterprises). This Plan must be submitted with the Bid. Failure to submit this Plan may

render your submission as non-responsive.

Section 3 is a provision of the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Act of 1968 that helps foster local

economic development, neighborhood economic improvement, and individual self-sufficiency. The Section 3

program requires that recipients of certain HUD financial assistance, to the greatest extent feasible, provide

job training, employment, and contracting opportunities for low or very low income residents in connection

with projects and activities in their neighborhoods.

I. Contract Information

Project Name:

Project Number:

Contract Amount: $

II. Contractor/Subcontractor Information

Name of Contractor/Subcontractor:

Address:

Contact Person/ Tel No.:

Contractor/Subcontractor’s

Federal Tax ID No.:

Contractor/Subcontractor’s

DUNS No.:

Names of three (3) Corporate Officers, if applicable:

1.

2.

3.

Total Number of Employees:

III. Employment Projections

Table 1 below captures data on the contractors/subcontractor’s good faith effort (numeric goal) to employ

minorities, women, Section 3 and project area residents. Include additional rows and/or pages as needed.

Attachment S

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65

Table 1. Employment Projections for Minorities, Women,

Section 3 Residents, and Project Area Residents

Project Numeric Goals

Job Category Total Needed

to be Hired Minorities Women

Section 3

Residents

Project Area

Residents

Para-professionals/

Technicians

Professionals

Office/Clerical

Construction by Trade:

1. Laborers

2. Mechanics (specify

trade)

3.

Apprentices/

Trainees (specify

trade)

4. Add rows as

needed

NOTE: Bidder must include certification or documentation that it, or its subcontractors, are certified by the Texas

Comptroller of Public Accounts or the local MWBE office in their jurisdiction

Upon award, if Contractor hires Section 3 Residents or subcontracts with Section 3 Business Concerns, the Section

3 Resident Self-Certification (provided by Harris Count) or the GLO Section 3 Self-Certification for Business

Concerns must be forwarded to Harris County immediately. All forms and certificates must be in their original

form; copies will not be accepted.

IV. Subcontracting Projections

Table 2 below captures data on the Contractors/Subcontractor’s good faith efforts (numeric goal) in providing

contracting opportunities to S/M/W/Section 3 businesses and project area firms.

Table 2. Subcontracting Projections for Minority, Women-Owned,

Section 3 Business and Project Area Businesses

Project Numeric Goals

Construction

By Trade

Category

Total

Subcontractors

Needed to be

Hired

Business Category (please check all that apply)

Small

Business

(SBE)

Minority-

owned

Business

(MBE)

Women-

owned

Business

(WBE)

Section 3

Business

(Section3

BE)

Project Area

Business

1. Electrical

2. Plumbing

3. Concrete

4. Carpentry

5. HVAC

Attachment S

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66

6. Other

(Specify)

7. Add rows

and/or pages, if

needed

NOTE: Bidder must include certification or documentation that it, or its subcontractors, are HUB-certified by the

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts or the local MWBE office in their jurisdiction

Upon award, if Contractor hires Section 3 Residents or subcontracts with Section 3 Business Concerns, the Section

3 Resident Self-Certification (provided by Harris Count) or the GLO Section 3 Self-Certification for Business

Concerns must be forwarded to Harris County immediately. All forms and certificates must be in their original

form; copies will not be accepted.

V. List of Subcontractors

List all proposed subcontractors in the format prescribed in Table 3 below. Add rows or pages as needed.

Table 3. Subcontractor Information

Business Legal

Name

Trade

Category

Name of

Contact Address

Tel &

Fax No.

FED

Tax ID

Business

Category1

Estimated

Contract

Amount

1. Electrical $

2. Plumbing $

3. Concrete $

4. Carpentry $

5. HVAC $

6. Other(specify) $

7. Add rows, if

needed Other (Specify) $

1 Indicate if subcontractor is a SBE, MBE, WBE, Section 3 BE, Project Area BE, or all or a combination.

NOTE: Section 3 Business Certifications must be attached to this Plan, or forwarded to this office as soon as they

become available during the contract time for this project. All forms and certificates must be in their original form;

copies will not be accepted.

VI. Outreach Efforts

Contractors/Subcontractors are required to conduct outreach to minority, women, Section 3 residents, Section 3

business concerns, and project area residents and businesses informing them of employment and contracting

opportunities for this contract. Evidence of good faith effort solicitations includes a combination of the following

outreach methods. Adequate back-up documentation must be attached to this Plan for each method used.

Mark all that apply:

Newspaper Advertisements

Minority Media

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Trade Association Publications

Postings of job openings at local community centers, public libraries, city hall.

Other Government Publications

Internet & Web Postings

Direct Contact by Phone, Fax, Mail outs

Meetings & Conferences

VII. Good Faith Effort Certification

I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with all federal, state and local regulations and guidance in the

identification, inclusion and utilization of S/M/W/Section 3 business enterprises and M/W/Section 3 individuals in

procurement efforts. I certify that I will make a good faith effort to afford opportunities for S/M/W/Section 3

business enterprises and to M/W/ Section 3 individuals by:

1. Including qualified S/M/W/Section 3 business enterprises and qualified M/W/Section 3 individuals.

2. Soliciting potential S/M/W/Section 3 business enterprises and potential M/W/Section 3 individuals.

3. Reducing subcontract size/ quantities, when economically feasible, to permit maximum participation by

S/M/W/Section 3 business enterprises.

4. Establishing delivery schedules to encourage participation by S/M/W/Section 3 business enterprises.

5. Using the services and assistance of the Small Business Administration, Minority Business Development

Agency, U.S. Department of Commerce, Texas Marketplace, and other relevant entities.

I do declare and affirm that the contents of the foregoing are true and correct, and will furnish subsequent

documentation, which will attest to its accuracy.

President/Owner Name (Please Print) Signature

Date:

Instructions to Complete the Employment and Minority Business Plan

Employment Projections

Indicate the number of employees per job category, which will have to be hired for this contract, including numeric

goals for hiring within project area residents, minority, female employees, and Section 3 residents. The minimum

numerical goals are 30% of new full-time hires annually (i.e. 1 out of 3 new hires). Job categories are defined as

follows:

Para-professional/ Professionals/ Managers/ Clerical – includes occupations requiring college background

knowledge, policy and decision-making skills, and clerical work, respectively; examples include draftsman,

architects, engineers, accountants, managers, administrative assistants, clerical and office support.

Laborer – includes occupations (hourly workers) engaging in manual work requiring no special training; examples

include, but are not limited to gardeners, laborers, cleaners.

Mechanic – includes occupations requiring a high level skill, including occupations requiring combination of basic

scientific knowledge and manual skills; examples include, but are not limited to carpenters, electricians, plumbers,

cement masons, iron workers, etc.

Apprentice/Trainee – includes persons engaging in a training program to learn a trade or craft.

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Subcontracting Projections

Indicate the total number of subcontractors by work/ trade category (i.e., plumbing electrical, concrete, etc.), which

will be needed to complete this contract. The minimum numerical goals are:

o 10% of total amount of all Section 3 covered contracts for building trades work and;

o 3% of the total dollar amount to all other contracts, such as professional service contracts.

See below for definitions of small, minority-owned, women-owned businesses, Section 3 business interest, and

Section 3 resident.

o Small business: Harris County uses the definition used by the Small Business Administration (SBA).

Therefore, the Small Business Act states that a small business concern is “one that is independently owned and

operated and which is not dominant in its field or operation.” The law also states that in determining what

constitutes a small business, the definition will vary from industry to industry to reflect industry differences

accurately. SBA’s Small Business Size Regulations implement the Small Business Act’s mandate to SBA.

SBA has also established a table of size standards, matched to North American Industry Classification System

(NAICS) industries. For additional information please visit the http://www.sba.gov/.

o Minority or women owned business: For the purposes of these requirements, a minority business enterprise

represents a firm owned and controlled by one or more minorities or women (51% or more), and meet the

following criteria:

1. Minority groups members who are Black Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian-

Pacific Americans, Asian-Indian Americans and any other minorities or individuals found to be

disadvantaged by the Small Business Administration (SBA);

2. Must be an independent business;

3. Ownership and control by minorities or women shall be real, substantial, and continuing and shall go

beyond proforma ownership of the term as reflected in its ownership documents; and

4. Must be a small business as defined by SBA.

o Section 3 business interests: A Section 3 business interest is a business that meets the following criteria:

· The business is 51% or more owned by Section 3 residents; or

· Whose permanent, full-time workforce includes persons, at least 30% of whom are currently qualified

Section 3 residents, or within three (3) years of the date of first employment with the business were

Section 3 residents; or

· Commits to subcontractor in excess of 25% of its total subcontracting to Section 3 companies.

o Section 3 resident: A Section 3 resident is a person that meets the income eligibility guidelines for low and

very low income as published by the U.S Government. See Table 4 below for the Median Family Income

Limits.

Outreach Efforts

Appropriate back up documentation, including but not limited to copies of printed advertisements (newspapers,

trade publications, and etc.), copies of job postings, copies of faxes and mail outs, and copies of internet postings

must be attached to this Plan. Any subsequent documentation must be forwarded to this office as soon as they

become available during the course of this project.

Additional Resources

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The following list, which may not be all inclusive, is intended to assist contractor/subcontractor’s to identify,

include, and utilize minority, women-owned and Section 3 business enterprises in implementing the subject

contract.

The City of Houston – Minority, Women-owned, and Disadvantage Business Enterprise Directory –

http://houston.mwdbe.com/FrontEnd/VendorSearchPublic.asp?TN=Houston_Diversity

Small Business Administration’s Dynamic Small Business Search – http://dsbs.sba.gov/

SBA-DSBA is an Internet-based system that allows contractors/subcontractors to search for small, minority and

women-owned businesses in their area.

Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Sub-Net – http://web.sba.gov/subnet

Sub-Net is an Internet-based system that allows contractors/subcontractors to post their procurement opportunities

online, Access to the database is free to government agencies and Contractors/Subcontractors, and is an excellent

source for soliciting, small, minority, women business enterprises.

Women Contractor Association – http://www.womencontractors.org/

Located in Houston, this organization provides contractors/subcontractors with resources to identify, include and

utilize women-owned businesses.

Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce –

http://www.mbda.gov/?section_id=2

National Association of Minority Contractor’s (NAMC) - Houston Chapter – http://www.namc-houston.org/

Houston Minority Business Council – http://www.hmbc.org/

Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce – http://www.houstonhispanicchamber.com/hhcc/Default_EN.asp

Houston Citizen’s Chamber of Commerce – http://www.hccoc.org/

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SECTION 3 CLAUSE

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24 CFR 135.38 Section 3 Clause

All Section 3 covered contracts must include the following clause (referred to as the Section 3 Clause):

A. The work to be performed under this contract is subject to the requirements of section 3 of the Housing and

Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended, 12 U.S.C. 1701u (section 3). The purpose of section 3 is to ensure

that employment and other economic opportunities generated by HUD assistance or HUD-assisted projects

covered by section 3, shall, to the greatest extent feasible, be directed to low- and very low-income persons,

particularly persons who are recipients of HUD assistance for housing.

B. The parties to this contract agree to comply with HUD's regulations in 24 CFR part 135, which implement

section 3. As evidenced by their execution of this contract, the parties to this contract certify that they are under

no contractual or other impediment that would prevent them from complying with the part 135 regulations.

C. The contractor agrees to send to each labor organization or representative of workers with which the contractor

has a collective bargaining agreement or other understanding, if any, a notice advising the labor organization or

workers' representative of the contractor's commitments under this section 3 clause, and will post copies of the

notice in conspicuous places at the work site where both employees and applicants for training and employment

positions can see the notice. The notice shall describe the section 3 preference, shall set forth minimum number

and job titles subject to hire, availability of apprenticeship and training positions, the qualifications for each; and

the name and location of the person(s) taking applications for each of the positions; and the anticipated date the

work shall begin.

D. The contractor agrees to include this section 3 clause in every subcontract subject to compliance with

regulations in 24 CFR part 135, and agrees to take appropriate action, as provided in an applicable provision of

the subcontract or in this section 3 clause, upon a finding that the subcontractor is in violation of the regulations in

24 CFR part 135. The contractor will not subcontract with any subcontractor where the contractor has notice or

knowledge that the subcontractor has been found in violation of the regulations in 24 CFR part 135.

E. The contractor will certify that any vacant employment positions, including training positions, that are filled (1)

after the contractor is selected but before the contract is executed, and (2) with persons other than those to whom

the regulations of 24 CFR part 135 require employment opportunities to be directed, were not filled to circumvent

the contractor's obligations under 24 CFR part 135.

F. Noncompliance with HUD's regulations in 24 CFR part 135 may result in sanctions, termination of this

contract for default, and debarment or suspension from future HUD assisted contracts.

G. With respect to work performed in connection with section 3 covered Indian housing assistance, section 7(b) of

the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450e) also applies to the work to be

performed under this contract. Section 7(b) requires that to the greatest extent feasible (i) preference and

opportunities for training and employment shall be given to Indians, and (ii) preference in the award of contracts

and sub contracts shall be given to Indian organizations and Indian-owned Economic Enterprises. Parties to this

contract that are subject to the provisions of section 3 and section 7(b) agree to comply with section 3 to the

maximum extent feasible, but not in derogation of compliance with section 7(b).

Attachment V

MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

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During the term of the Contract, the Contractor at its sole expense shall provide primary commercial insurance of

such type and with such terms and limits as may be reasonably associated with the Contract. As a minimum, the

Contractor shall provide and maintain the following coverage and limits:

A. Workers Compensation, as required by the laws of Texas, and Employers’ Liability, as well as All

States, USL&H and other endorsements if applicable to the project, and in accordance with state law.

Employers’ Liability

Each Accident: $1,000,000

Disease–Each Employee: $1,000,000

Policy Limit: $1,000,000

B. Commercial General Liability, including but not limited to the coverage indicated below. Coverage shall

not contain any restrictive endorsements nor exclude or limit Products/Completed Operations, Contractual

Liability, or Cross Liability. Where exposure exists, the County may require coverage for watercraft,

blasting, collapse, explosions, blowout, cratering, underground damage, pollution, or other coverage.

Harris County shall be named Additional Insured on primary/non-contributory basis.

Each Occurrence: $1,000,000

Personal and Advertising Injury: $1,000,000

Products/Completed Operations: $1,000,000

General Aggregate (per project): $2,000,000

C. Automobile Liability, including coverage for all owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles used in connection

with the Contract. Harris County shall be named Additional Insured on primary/non-contributory basis.

Combined Single Limit-Each Accident: $1,000,000

D. Umbrella/Excess Liability (Harris County shall be named Additional Insured on primary/non-

contributory basis)

Each Occurrence/Aggregate: $1,000,000

E. Professional/Errors & Omissions Liability (if applicable)

Each Occurrence/Aggregate: $1,000,000

The County reserves the right to require additional insurance if necessary. Coverage shall be issued by companies

licensed (by TDI) to do business in Texas, unless said coverage is not available or economically feasible except

through an excess or surplus lines company, in which case the company should be registered to do business in

Texas. Companies shall have an A.M. Best rating of at least A-VII. Contractor shall furnish evidence of such

insurance to the County in the form of unaltered insurance certificates. If any part of the contract is sublet, insurance

shall be provided by or on behalf of any subcontractor, and shall be sufficient to cover their portion of the contract.

Contractor shall furnish evidence of such insurance to the County as well.

Policies of insurance required by the contract shall waive all rights of subrogation against the County, its officers,

employees and agents. If any applicable insurance policies are cancelled, materially changed, or non-renewed,

contractor shall give written notice to the County at least 30 days prior to such effective date and within 30 days

thereafter, shall provide evidence of suitable replacement policies. Failure to keep in force the required insurance

coverage may result in termination of the contract. Upon request, certified copies of original insurance policies shall

be furnished to the County. The requirements stipulated in this attachment do not establish limits of contractor

liability.

Attachment W

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE COVERAGE RULE 110.110

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If this bid package is for a building or construction contract, all of the provisions of this rule as shown below apply.

Since this is a mandatory requirement, cost increases should not be experienced because of the need to comply with

the Texas Workers’ Compensation Law. For additional information contact the Texas Workers’ Compensation

Commission, Southfield Building, 400 S. IH-35, Austin, Texas 78704-7491, (512) 440-3618.

A. Definitions:

Certificate of coverage (“Certificate”) - A copy of a certificate of insurance, a certificate of authority to

self-insure issued by the 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 governmental entity.

Persons providing services on the project (“subcontractor” in §406.096) - 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 service related to a project.

“Services” does not include activities unrelated to the project, such as food/beverage vendors, office supply

deliveries, and delivery of portable toilets.

B. The Contractor shall provide coverage, based on proper reporting of 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 employees of the contractor providing services on the project, for the

duration of the project.

C. The Contractor must provide a certificate of coverage to the governmental entity prior to being awarded the

contract.

D. 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 governmental entity showing that coverage has been extended.

E. The Contractor shall obtain from each person providing services on a project, and provide to the

governmental entity:

(1) 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

(2) No later than seven (7) 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.

F. The Contractor shall retain all required certificates of coverage for the duration of the project and for one

(1) year thereafter.

G. The Contractor shall notify the governmental entity 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.

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H. The Contractor shall post on each project site a notice, in the text, form and manner prescribed by the Texas

Workers’ Compensation Commission, informing all persons providing services on the project that they are

required to be covered, and stating how a person may verify coverage and report lack of coverage.

I. The Contractor shall contractually require each person with whom it contracts to provide services on a

project to:

(1) Provide coverage, based on reporting of 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 its employees providing services on the project, for the duration of the project.

(2) 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.

(3) Provide the Contractor, prior to the end of 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.

(4) Obtain from each other person with whom it contracts, and provide to the Contractor:

(a) A certificate of coverage, prior to the other person beginning work on the project, and

(b) 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;

(5) Retain all required certificates of coverage on file for the duration of the project and for one (1)

year thereafter.

(6) Notify the government entity 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 affects the provision of

coverage of any person providing services on the project; and

(7) Contractually require each person with whom it contracts, to perform as required by paragraphs (1)

- (7), with the certificates of coverage to be provided to the person for whom they are providing

services.

J. By signing this contract or providing or causing to be provided a certificate of coverage, the Contractor is

representing to the governmental entity that all employees of the contractor who will provide services on

the project will be covered by workers’ 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

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.

K. The Contractor’s failure to comply with any of these provisions is a breach of contract by the contractor

which entitles the governmental entity to declare the contract void if the Contractor does not remedy the

breach within ten (10) days after receipt of notice of breach from the governmental entity.

Revised 4/02

Attachment Y

PREVAILING WAGE RATES, WORKER CLASSIFICATION DEFINITIONS

AND PAYROLL SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

74

For prospective vendors downloading this IFB from BuySpeed Online at

https://bids.hctx.net/bso/login.jsp, please click on the following link to view and/or print the Prevailing

Wage Rates, Worker Classification Definitions and Payroll Submittal Instructions:

http://www.eng.hctx.net/Consultants/Construction/Prevailing-Wage-Rates. These documents may also be

picked up between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at the Office of the Purchasing Agent,

1001 Preston, Suite 670, Houston, TX

Attachment AA

HARRIS COUNTY MINIMUM PROPERTY STANDARDS

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(119 Pages)

For prospective vendors downloading this IFB from BuySpeed Online at

https://bids.hctx.net/bso/login.jsp, the Harris County Minimum Property Standards may also be picked up

between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, 1001

Preston, Suite 670, Houston, TX

Attachment BB

REQUIRED CONTRACT PROVISIONS

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The Part 200 Uniform Requirements require that non-Federal entities’ contracts contain the applicable provisions

described in Appendix II to Part 200 — “Contract Provisions for Non-Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal

Awards.” Violations of law will be referred to the proper authority in the applicable jurisdiction. All Prime

Contractors awarded contracts by Harris County which are federally funded, in whole or in part, are required to

comply with the provisions below. Additionally, Prime Contractors with Harris County are required to include the

provisions below in any contracts executed with subcontractors performing the scope of work and shall pass these

requirements on to its subcontractors and third-party contractors, as applicable. In addition to other provisions

required by the relevant Federal agency, State of Texas, or Harris County, all contracts made by Harris County

under the Federal award shall contain provisions covering the following, as applicable. Bidders are required to sign

and submit Attachment P, Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards & Requirements, in order for their

bid to be considered.

ACCESS TO RECORDS & RECORD RETENTION (2 CFR 200.336)

Contractor must provide Harris County, the State of Texas, the Texas General Land Office (GLO), the U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the FEMA Administrator, the Inspectors General, the

Comptroller General of the United States, or any of their pass-through entities or authorized representatives

access to any books, documents, papers, and records of the Contractor and its subcontractors which are directly

pertinent to this contract/project for the purposes of making/responding to audits, examinations, excerpts, and

transcriptions. The right also includes timely and reasonable access to the Contractor’s personnel for the purpose

of interview and discussion related to such documents. Contractor must keep records within Harris County or

note in bid that records will be available within the boundaries of Harris County to those representatives within

twenty-four (24) hours of request by the County. Contractor must maintain all records pertaining to the project

for seven (7) years after receiving final payment and after all other pending matters have been closed.

ACCESSIBILITY (24 CFR 570.614) & SECTION 504 (29 U.S.C. Section 794 and 24 CFR Parts 8‐9)

Contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations which prohibit recipients of federal

funding from discriminating against individuals with disabilities. Applicable laws and regulations with which

Contractor shall comply shall include, but are not limited to, the following: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. Section 794) (24 CFR Parts 8‐9); Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of

1990; the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157); the Uniform Federal Accessibility

Standards (Appendix A to 24 CFR Part 40 and Appendix A to 41 CFR Part 101-19, subpart 101-19.6); the

Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131; 47 U.S.C. 155, 201, 218, and 225); Texas Administrative

Code, Title 10, Chapter 60, Subchapter (B) the Texas Architectural Barriers Act (TABA); the Architectural

Barriers (AB) Rules; and the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS).

BYRD ANTI-LOBBYING AGREEMENT (2 CFR 200 APPENDIX II (J) AND 24 CFR 570.303)

Pursuant to 31 U.S.C.A. § 1352 (2003), if at any time during the contract term funding to contract exceeds

$100,000.00, the Contractor shall file with the County the Federal Standard Form LLL titled “Disclosure Form

to Report Lobbying.”

Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person

or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of

Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with

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REQUIRED CONTRACT PROVISIONS

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obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier must also disclose

any lobbying with non-Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award. Such

disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the non-federal award. See Attachment D, Certification

Regarding Lobbying.

CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 (Title VI 42 U.S.C. § 2000d)

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 109 of the Community Development Act of 1974, Section 504

of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. Section 794) (24 CFR Parts 8‐9), and the Americans with

Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12131; 47 U.S.C. 155, 201, 218, and 225), prohibits Contractors from

excluding or denying individuals benefits or participation in this project on the basis of race, color, religion,

national origin, sex, or disability. The provisions require that no person in the United States shall on the ground

of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits

of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity funded in whole or in part with community

development funds made available pursuant to these Acts.

For purposes of this Part “program or activity” is defined as any function conducted by an identifiable

administrative unit of the recipient, or private Contractor receiving community development funds or loans

from the recipient. “Funded in whole or in part with community development funds” means that community

development finds in any amount in the form of grants or proceeds from HUD guaranteed loans have been

transferred by the recipient or a subrecipient to an identifiable administrative unit and disbursed in a program

or activity. A Contractor may not, under any program or activity to which the regulations of this Part may apply

directly or through contractual or other arrangements, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex:

a. Deny any facilities, services, financial aid or other benefits provided under the program or activity;

b. Provide any facilities, services, financial aid or other benefits, which are different, or are provided in a

different form from that provided to others under the program or activity;

c. Subject to segregated or separate treatment in any facility in, or in any matter of process related to

receipt of any service or benefit under the program or activity;

d. Restrict in any way access to, or in the enjoyment of any advantage or privilege enjoyed by others in

connection with facilities, services, financial aid or other benefits under the program or activity;

e. Treat an individual differently from others in determining whether the individual satisfies any

admission, enrollment, eligibility, membership, or other requirement or condition which the individual

must meet in order to be provided any facilities, services or other benefit provided under the program

or activity; and

f. Deny an opportunity to participate in a program or activity as an employee.

CLEAN AIR ACT (2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (G))

Pursuant to 2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (G), if at any time during the contract term funding to contract

exceeds $150,000, the Contractor must comply with all provisions of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 85) and

Section 308 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387), as amended. Contractors

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REQUIRED CONTRACT PROVISIONS

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securing a contract in excess of $150,000.00 shall not expend such funds by making use of subcontracting with

facilities included on the Environmental Protection Agency List of Violating Facilities as per Section 306 of

the Clean Air Act, Section 508 of The Clean Water Act, Executive Order 11738, and Environmental Protection

Agency Regulations 40 CFR.

For any subcontractors under this contract receiving contracts in excess of $150,000 Contractor is required to

include a provision that requires compliance with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant

to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 85) and Section 308 Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33

U.S.C. 1251-1387). Violations shall be reported to the Federal awarding agency and the Regional Office of the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT (2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (E))

Pursuant to 2 CFR 200 Appendix II (E), if at any time during the contract term funding to contract exceeds

$100,000, the Contractor must comply with the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C.

3701-3708). Where applicable, all contracts awarded in excess of $100,000 that involve the employment of

mechanics or laborers must include a provision for compliance with 40 U.S.C. 3702 and 3704, as supplemented

by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 5). Under 40 U.S.C. 3702 of the Act, each contractor must

be required to compute the wages of every mechanic and laborer on the basis of a standard work week of 40

hours. Work in excess of the standard work week is permissible provided that the worker is compensated at a

rate of not less than one and a half times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in the

work week. The requirements of 40 U.S.C. 3704 are applicable to construction work and provide that no laborer

or mechanic must be required to work in surroundings or under working conditions which are unsanitary,

hazardous or dangerous. These requirements do not apply to the purchases of supplies or materials or articles

ordinarily available on the open market, or contracts for transportation or transmission of intelligence

(1) Overtime Requirements – No contractor or subcontractor contracting for any part of the contract work

which may require or involve the employment of laborers or mechanics shall require or permit any such

laborer or mechanic in any workweek in which he or she is employed on such work to work in excess

of forty hours in such workweek unless such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a rate not

less than one and one-half times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of forty hours in

such workweek.

(2) Violation; liability for unpaid wages; liquidated damages. In the event of any violation of the clause set

forth in paragraph (1) of this section the contractor and any subcontractor responsible therefore shall

be liable for the unpaid wages. In addition, such contractor and subcontractor shall be liable to the

United States (in the case of work done under contract for the District of Columbia or a territory, to

such District or to such territory), for liquidated damages. Such liquidated damages shall be computed

with respect to each individual laborer or mechanic, including watchmen and guards, employed in

violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section, in the sum of $10 for each calendar day

on which such individual was required or permitted to work in excess of the standard workweek of

forty hours without payment of the overtime wages required by the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of

this section.

(3) Withholding for unpaid wages and liquidated damages. The (write in the name of the Federal agency

or the loan or grant recipient) shall upon its own action or upon written request of an authorized

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representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be withheld, from any moneys payable

on account of work performed by the contractor or subcontractor under any such contract or any other

Federal contract with the same prime contractor, or any other federally-assisted contract subject to the

Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, which is held by the same prime contractor, such sums

as may be determined to be necessary to satisfy any liabilities of such contractor or subcontractor for

unpaid wages and liquidated damages as provided in the clause set forth in paragraph (2) of this section.

(4) Subcontracts. The contractor or subcontractor shall insert in any subcontracts the clauses set forth in

paragraph (1) through (4) of this section and also a clause requiring the subcontractors to include these

clauses in any lower tier subcontracts. The prime contractor shall be responsible for compliance by any

subcontractor or lower tier subcontractor with the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1) through (4) of this

section.

COPELAND “ANTI-KICKBACK” ACT (40 U.S.C. 3145)

Pursuant to 2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (D), Contractor must comply with the provisions of the Copeland

“Anti-Kickback” Act (40 U.S.C. 3145), as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 3,

“Contractors and Subcontractors on Public Building or Public Work Financed in Whole or in Part by Loans or

Grants from the United States”). The Act provides that each vendor, contractor, subcontractor, or subrecipient

shall be prohibited from inducing, by any means, any person employed in the construction, completion, or repair

of public work, to give up any part of the compensation to which he or she is otherwise entitled. Contractor

shall include this provision in all contracts between itself and any subcontractors in connection with the services

performed under this Contract. Harris County shall report all suspected or reported violations to the Federal

awarding agency.

COST PLUS CONTRACTING PROHIBITED (2 CFR 200.323(D))

Cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost (CPPC) contracts are prohibited by 2 CFR 200.323(d). The cost plus a

percentage of cost and percentage of construction cost methods of contracting must never be used, including in

subcontracts and third-party contracts. A cost-plus contract is one that is structured to pay the contractor or

subcontractor their actual costs incurred, plus a fixed percent for profit or overhead.

A cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost (CPPC) contract is a contract containing some element that obligates Harris

County or Contractor to pay a contractor or subcontractor an amount (in the form of either profit or cost),

undetermined at the time the contract was made, to be incurred in the future, and based on a percentage of future

costs. The inclusion of an overall contract ceiling price does not make these forms of contracts acceptable.

This type of contract is prohibited because there is no incentive for the contractor or subcontractor to keep its

incurred costs low. Instead, there is a reverse incentive for the contractor or subcontractor to continue to incur

additional costs in order to continue to drive the percentage of cost up. In other words, increased spending by

the contractor will yield higher profits. This prohibition applies to all work, regardless of the circumstances,

and applies to subcontracts of the contractor cases where the prime contract is a cost-reimbursement type

contract or subject to price redetermination.

DAVIS BACON AND RELATED ACTS (2 CFR 200 APPENDIX II (D))

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Pursuant to 2 CFR 200 Appendix II (D), for any contract in excess of $2,000, Contractor must comply with the

Davis Bacon and Related Acts, and the requirements shall be applicable to any labor or mechanic work

completed in connection with this contract which fall under the Davis Bacon Act. Any Contractor awarded

under this contract is required to comply with the Davis Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141-3144, and 3146-3148) as

supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR part 5) and with the Copeland “Anti-Kickback”

Act (18 U.S.C. 874; 40 U.S.C. 3145) as supplemented in Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR part 3). In

accordance with the statute, Contractors are required to pay wages to laborers and mechanics at a rate not less

than the prevailing wages specified in a wage determination made by the Secretary of Labor. In addition,

contractors must be required to pay wages not less than once a week.

If Davis Bacon is applicable, Harris County will provide a copy of the current Davis Bacon Wage Decision

with this solicitation. The decision to award a contract or subcontract shall be conditioned upon the acceptance

of the wage determination. Contractor shall submit certified payroll of contractor and all subcontractors on a

weekly basis in the format required by the County. At County’s request, Contractor shall make available and

shall require its subcontractors to make available, copies of cancelled checks and check stubs for comparisons

by the County or its agents.

Such laborers and mechanics shall be paid the appropriate wage rate and fringe benefits on the wage

determination for the classification of work actually performed, without regard to skill, except as provided in

29 CFR Part 5.5(a)(4). Laborers or mechanics performing work in more than one classification may be

compensated at the rate specified for each classification for the time actually worked therein: Provided that the

employer's payroll records accurately set forth the time spent in each classification in which work is performed.

The wage determination (including any additional classification and wage rates conformed under 29 CFR Part

5.5(a)(1)(ii)) and the Davis Bacon poster (WH-1321) shall be posted at all times by the contractor and its

subcontractors at the site of the work in a prominent and accessible place where it can be easily seen by the

workers.

Each payroll submitted shall be accompanied by a "Statement of Compliance," signed by the contractor or

subcontractor or his or her agent who pays or supervises the payment of the persons employed under the contract

and shall certify the following. The Statement of Compliance can be found on page 2 of the WH-347 form,

and/or additional certifications of compliance may be required by Harris County. Any Statement of Compliance

is subject to the penalties provided by 18 U.S.C. § 1001, namely, a fine, possible imprisonment of not more

than 5 years, or both. Accordingly, the party signing the statement should have knowledge of the facts

represented as true.

Contractor must include this provision in all contracts between itself and any subcontractors in connection with

the services performed under this Contract. Harris County shall report all suspected or reported violations to

the Federal awarding agency, as applicable.

DEBARMENT / SUSPENSION AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION (2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (I))

Pursuant to 2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (I), a Contract meeting the definition in 2 C.F.R. § 180.220 must

not be made to parties listed on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion lists, in accordance with

the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR part 1986 Comp., p. 189)

and 12689 (3 CFR part 1989 Comp., p. 235), “Debarment and Suspension.” SAM Exclusions contains the

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names of parties debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded by agencies, as well as parties declared ineligible

under statutory or regulatory authority other than Executive Order 12549.

Pursuant to Executive Orders 12549 and 12689, a contract award shall not be made to parties listed on the

government-wide exclusions in the System for Award Management (SAM), in accordance with the OMB

guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR part 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689

(3 CFR part 1989 Comp., p. 235). SAM Exclusions contains the names of parties debarred, suspended, or

otherwise excluded by agencies, as well as parties declared ineligible under statutory or regulatory authority

other than Executive Order 12549. A contract award must not be made to parties listed in the SAM Exclusions.

SAM exclusions can be accessed at www.sam.gov.

Additionally, no contracts shall be awarded to any Contractor that has been debarred, suspended, or otherwise

excluded from or ineligible for participation in any federal programs, including but not limited to the

Department of Health and Human Work (DHHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG) - List of Excluded

Individuals & Entities (LEIE); U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) – Excluded Parties List System

(EPLS); All States (50) Health & Human Work Commission Medicaid OIG Sanction List; Government

Terrorist Watch List (OFAC / Patriot Act); Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, Denied

Persons List; and Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Most

Wanted.

This contract is a covered transaction for purposes of compliance with Title 2 C.F.R. parts 180 and 3000, and

as such the Contractor is required to verify that none of the contractor, its principals (as defined at 2 C.F.R. §

180.995), or its affiliates (as defined at 2 C.F.R. § 180.905) are excluded (as defined at 2 C.F.R. § 180.940) or

disqualified (as defined at 2 C.F.R. § 180.935). These regulations restrict awards, subawards, and contracts with

certain parties that are debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation in Federal

assistance programs and activities (See 2 C.F.R Part 200, Appendix II). The Contractor must comply with 2

C.F.R. part 180, subpart C and 2 C.F.R. part 3000, subpart C and shall include this requirement and similar

certification in all contracts between itself and any subcontractors in connection with the services performed

under this Contract.

The Contractor confirms that it is eligible or otherwise not disqualified or prohibited from participation in

federal or state assistance programs under Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension. Additionally,

the Contractor warrants that it is not debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for

participation in any federal programs, including but not limited to the following: Department of Health and

Human Work (DHHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG) - List of Excluded Individuals & Entities (LEIE);

U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) – Excluded Parties List System (EPLS); All States (50) Health &

Human Work Commission Medicaid OIG Sanction List; Government Terrorist Watch List (OFAC / Patriot

Act); Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, Denied Persons List; and Department of

Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Most Wanted. Harris County reserves the

right to verify any Bidder’s status and document instances of debarment, suspension, or other ineligibility.

The Contractor shall verify that all subcontractors performing work under this Contract are not debarred,

disqualified, or otherwise prohibited from participation in accordance with the requirements above. The

Contractor further must notify Harris County in writing immediately if Contractor or its subcontractors are not

in compliance with Executive Order 12549 during the term of this contract. Contractor shall include this

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provision in all contracts between itself and any subcontractors in connection with the services performed under

this Contract.

If it is found that the Contractor did not comply or is not in compliance with Executive Order 12549 (2 C.F.R.

part 180, subpart C and 2 C.F.R. part 3000, subpart C), the Contractor may be subject to available remedies,

including but not limited to, refunding Harris County for any payments made to the Contractor while ineligible,

and also acknowledges that the Federal Government may pursue available remedies, including but not limited

to suspension and/or debarment.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY (42 U.S.C. 6201 and 2 CFR 200 APPENDIX II (H))

Contractor must comply with the mandatory standards and policies relating to energy efficiency, which are

contained in the state energy conservation plan issued in compliance with the Energy Policy and Conservation

Act (42 U.S.C. 6201). Contractor must include this provision in all contracts between itself and any

subcontractors in connection with the services performed under this Contract.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (41 CFR 60-1.4(b) and 2 CFR 200 APPENDIX II (C))

Contractor must comply with, and incorporate or cause to be incorporated into any contract for construction

work, or modification thereof, the Equal Employment Opportunity provisions as follows:

During the performance of this contract, the contractor agrees as follows:

1. The contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race,

color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. The contractor will take

affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during

employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or

national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following:

Employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or

termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including

apprenticeship. The contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and

applicants for employment, notices to be provided setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination

clause.

2. The contractor will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the

contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard

to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

3. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant

for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the

compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This provision shall not

apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other

employees or applicants as a part of such employee's essential job functions discloses the compensation

of such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such

information, unless such disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an

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investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or

is consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

4. The contractor will send to each labor union or representative of workers with which he has a collective

bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a notice to be provided advising the said labor

union or workers' representatives of the contractor's commitments under this section, and shall post

copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment.

5. The contractor will comply with all provisions of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and

of the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.

6. The contractor will furnish all information and reports required by Executive Order 11246 of September

24, 1965, and by rules, regulations, and orders of the Secretary of Labor, or pursuant thereto, and will

permit access to his books, records, and accounts by the administering agency and the Secretary of

Labor for purposes of investigation to ascertain compliance with such rules, regulations, and orders.

7. In the event of the contractor's noncompliance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract or

with any of the said rules, regulations, or orders, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or

suspended in whole or in part and the contractor may be declared ineligible for further Government

contracts or federally assisted construction contracts in accordance with procedures authorized in

Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and such other sanctions may be imposed and remedies

invoked as provided in Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, or by rule, regulation, or order

of the Secretary of Labor, or as otherwise provided by law.

8. The contractor will include the portion of the sentence immediately preceding paragraph (1) and the

provisions of paragraphs (1) through (8) in every subcontract or purchase order unless exempted by

rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor issued pursuant to section 204 of Executive Order

11246 of September 24, 1965, so that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or

vendor. The contractor will take such action with respect to any subcontract or purchase order as the

administering agency may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions, including sanctions for

noncompliance:

Provided, however, that in the event a contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a

subcontractor or vendor as a result of such direction by the administering agency, the contractor may request

the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States.

The applicant further agrees that it will be bound by the above equal opportunity clause with respect to its own

employment practices when it participates in federally assisted construction work: Provided, That if the

applicant so participating is a State or local government, the above equal opportunity clause is not applicable

to any agency, instrumentality or subdivision of such government which does not participate in work on or

under the contract.

The applicant agrees that it will assist and cooperate actively with the administering agency and the Secretary

of Labor in obtaining the compliance of contractors and sub contractors with the equal opportunity clause and

the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, that it will furnish the administering agency

and the Secretary of Labor such information as they may require for the supervision of such compliance, and

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that it will otherwise assist the administering agency in the discharge of the agency's primary responsibility for

securing compliance.

The applicant further agrees that it will refrain from entering into any contract or contract modification subject

to Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, with a contractor debarred from, or who has not demonstrated

eligibility for, Government contracts and federally assisted construction contracts pursuant to the Executive

Order and will carry out such sanctions and penalties for violation of the equal opportunity clause as may be

imposed upon contractors and sub contractors by the administering agency or the Secretary of Labor pursuant

to Part II, Subpart D of the Executive Order. In addition, the applicant agrees that if it fails or refuses to comply

with these undertakings, the administering agency may take any or all of the following actions: Cancel,

terminate, or suspend in whole or in part this grant (contract, loan, insurance, guarantee); refrain from extending

any further assistance to the applicant under the program with respect to which the failure or refund occurred

until satisfactory assurance of future compliance has been received from such applicant; and refer the case to

the Department of Justice for appropriate legal proceedings.

Contractor must include the equal opportunity clause in each of its nonexempt subcontracts, and to require all

non-exempt subcontractors to include the equal opportunity clause in each of its nonexempt subcontracts.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (48 CFR 52.222-

36)

During the performance of this contract, the Contractor must comply with required Equal Employment

Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities provisions.

Contractor shall include the following equal opportunity clause in each of its covered Government contracts or

subcontracts (and modifications, renewals, or extensions thereof if not included in the original contract):

a. Equal opportunity clause. The Contractor shall abide by the requirements of the equal opportunity

clause at 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), as of March 24, 2014. This clause prohibits discrimination against

qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by the Contractor to

employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

b. Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the terms of this clause in every subcontract or purchase

order in excess of $15,000 unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary, so that

such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor. The Contractor shall act as specified

by the Director, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs of the U.S. Department of Labor, to

enforce the terms, including action for noncompliance. Such necessary changes in language may be

made as shall be appropriate to identify properly the parties and their undertakings.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR VEVRAA PROTECTED VETERANS (41 CFR

60.300)

Harris County is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans. During the performance of this contract,

the Contractor must comply with required Equal Employment Opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans

provisions.

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Contractor shall include the following equal opportunity clause in each of its covered Government contracts or

subcontracts (and modifications, renewals, or extensions thereof if not included in the original contract):

a. The definitions set forth in 41 CFR 60-300.2 apply to the terms used throughout this Clause, and they

are incorporated herein by reference.

b. The contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because he or

she is a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran,

or Armed Forces service medal veteran (hereinafter collectively referred to as “protected veteran(s)”)

in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified. The

contractor agrees to take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat

qualified individuals without discrimination based on their status as a protected veteran in all

employment practices, including the following:

i. Recruitment, advertising, and job application procedures.

ii. Hiring, upgrading, promotion, award of tenure, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, right of

return from layoff and rehiring.

iii. Rates of pay or any other form of compensation and changes in compensation.

iv. Job assignments, job classifications, organizational structures, position descriptions, lines of

progression, and seniority lists.

v. Leaves of absence, sick leave, or any other leave.

vi. Fringe benefits available by virtue of employment, whether or not administered by the

contractor.

vii. Selection and financial support for training, including apprenticeship, and on-the-job training

under 38 U.S.C. 3687, professional meetings, conferences, and other related activities, and

selection for leaves of absence to pursue training.

viii. Activities sponsored by the contractor including social or recreational programs.

ix. Any other term, condition, or privilege of employment.

c. The contractor shall immediately list all employment openings which exist at the time of the execution

of this contract and those which occur during the performance of this contract, including those not

generated by this contract and including those occurring at an establishment of the contractor other than

the one where the contract is being performed, but excluding those of independently operated corporate

affiliates, with the appropriate employment service delivery system where the opening occurs. Listing

employment openings with the state workforce agency job bank or with the local employment service

delivery system where the opening occurs will satisfy the requirement to list jobs with the appropriate

employment service delivery system. In order to satisfy the listing requirement described herein,

contractors must provide information about the job vacancy in any manner and format permitted by the

appropriate employment service delivery system which will allow that system to provide priority

referral of veterans protected by VEVRAA for that job vacancy. Providing information on employment

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openings to a privately run job service or exchange will satisfy the contractor's listing obligation if the

privately run job service or exchange provides the information to the appropriate employment service

delivery system in any manner and format that the employment service delivery system permits which

will allow that system to provide priority referral of protected veterans.

d. Listing of employment openings with the appropriate employment service delivery system pursuant to

this clause shall be made at least concurrently with the use of any other recruitment source or effort and

shall involve the normal obligations which attach to the placing of a bona fide job order, including the

acceptance of referrals of veterans and nonveterans. The listing of employment openings does not

require the hiring of any particular job applicants or from any particular group of job applicants, and

nothing herein is intended to relieve the contractor from any requirements in Executive orders or

regulations regarding nondiscrimination in employment.

e. Whenever a contractor, other than a state or local governmental contractor, becomes contractually

bound to the listing provisions in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this clause, it shall advise the employment

service delivery system in each state where it has establishments that: (a) It is a Federal contractor, so

that the employment service delivery systems are able to identify them as such; and (b) it desires priority

referrals from the state of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state. The

contractor shall also provide to the employment service delivery system the name and location of each

hiring location within the state and the contact information for the contractor official responsible for

hiring at each location. The “contractor official” may be a chief hiring official, a Human Resources

contact, a senior management contact, or any other manager for the contractor that can verify the

information set forth in the job listing and receive priority referrals from employment service delivery

systems. In the event that the contractor uses any external job search organizations to assist in its hiring,

the contractor shall also provide to the employment service delivery system the contact information for

the job search organization(s). The disclosures required by this paragraph shall be made simultaneously

with the contractor's first job listing at each employment service delivery system location after the

effective date of this final rule. Should any of the information in the disclosures change since it was last

reported to the employment service delivery system location, the contractor shall provide updated

information simultaneously with its next job listing. As long as the contractor is contractually bound to

these provisions and has so advised the employment service delivery system, there is no need to advise

the employment service delivery system of subsequent contracts. The contractor may advise the

employment service delivery system when it is no longer bound by this contract clause.

f. The provisions of paragraphs 2 and 3 of this clause do not apply to the listing of employment openings

which occur and are filled outside of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of

Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana

Islands, Wake Island, and the Trust Territories of the Pacific Islands.

g. As used in this clause:

i. All employment openings includes all positions except executive and senior management,

those positions that will be filled from within the contractor's organization, and positions lasting

three days or less. This term includes full-time employment, temporary employment of more

than three days' duration, and part-time employment.

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ii. Executive and senior management means: (1) Any employee (a) compensated on a salary basis

at a rate of not less than $455 per week (or $380 per week, if employed in American Samoa by

employers other than the Federal Government), exclusive of board, lodging or other facilities;

(b) whose primary duty is management of the enterprise in which the employee is employed or

of a customarily recognized department or subdivision thereof; (c) who customarily and

regularly directs the work of two or more other employees; and (d) who has the authority to

hire or fire other employees or whose suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing,

advancement, promotion or any other change of status of other employees are given particular

weight; or (2) any employee who owns at least a bona fide 20-percent equity interest in the

enterprise in which the employee is employed, regardless of whether the business is a corporate

or other type of organization, and who is actively engaged in its management.

iii. Positions that will be filled from within the contractor's organization means employment

openings for which no consideration will be given to persons outside the contractor's

organization (including any affiliates, subsidiaries, and parent companies) and includes any

openings which the contractor proposes to fill from regularly established “recall” lists. The

exception does not apply to a particular opening once an employer decides to consider

applicants outside of his or her own organization.

h. The contractor shall comply with the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor

issued pursuant to the Act.

i. In the event of the contractor's noncompliance with the requirements of this clause, actions for

noncompliance may be taken in accordance with the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the

Secretary of Labor issued pursuant to the Act.

j. The contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for

employment, notices in a form to be prescribed by the Director, Office of Federal Contract Compliance

Programs, provided by or through the contracting officer. Such notices shall state the rights of

applicants and employees as well as the contractor's obligation under the law to take affirmative action

to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are protected veterans.

The contractor must ensure that applicants or employees who are disabled veterans are provided the

notice in a form that is accessible and understandable to the disabled veteran (e.g., providing Braille or

large print versions of the notice, posting the notice for visual accessibility to persons in wheelchairs,

providing the notice electronically or on computer disc, or other versions). With respect to employees

who do not work at a physical location of the contractor, a contractor will satisfy its posting obligations

by posting such notices in an electronic format, provided that the contractor provides computers that

can access the electronic posting to such employees, or the contractor has actual knowledge that such

employees otherwise are able to access the electronically posted notices. Electronic notices for

employees must be posted in a conspicuous location and format on the company's intranet or sent by

electronic mail to employees. An electronic posting must be used by the contractor to notify job

applicants of their rights if the contractor utilizes an electronic application process. Such electronic

applicant notice must be conspicuously stored with, or as part of, the electronic application.

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k. The contractor will notify each labor organization or representative of workers with which it has a

collective bargaining agreement or other contract understanding that the contractor is bound by the

terms of VEVRAA, and is committed to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment,

and shall not discriminate against, protected veterans.

l. The contractor will include the provisions of this clause in every subcontract or purchase order of

$100,000 or more, unless exempted by the rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary issued pursuant

to VEVRAA so that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor. The contractor

will take such action with respect to any subcontract or purchase order as the Director, Office of Federal

Contract Compliance Programs, may direct to enforce such provisions, including action for

noncompliance.

m. The contractor must, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the

contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard

to their protected veteran status.

n. The Contractor shall forfeit as a penalty to the County who administers the subject Project receiving

Federal assistance, Sixty Dollars ($60.00) for each worker, employed for each calendar day, or a portion

thereof, such worker is paid less than the said stipulated rates for any work done under this Project, by

him/her or by any contractor under him/her.

o. All contractors shall keep, or cause to be kept, an accurate record showing the names of all workers,

also the actual per diem wages paid to each of such workers.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT

Contractor must comply the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (29 U.S.C. Section 201 et seq.) as now or

hereafter amended, which regulates wage, hour and other employment practices that govern the use of funds

provided and the employment of personnel under this contract. The Contractor warrants that it will pay all its

workers all monies earned by its workers including, but not limited to regular wages, any overtime

compensation, or any additional payments pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 United States Code

(U.S.C.) Section 207 9a(1), as amended; the Texas Pay Day Act; the Equal Pay Act; Title VII of the Civil Rights

Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000, et al., as amended; or any provisions of the Texas Labor Code Ann., as

amended.

FLOOD DISASTER PROTECTION ACT OF 1973 (24 CFR 570.605)

Contractor must comply with the provisions in 24 CFR 570.605, Section 202(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection

Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4106), and the regulations in 44 CFR Parts 59-79.

GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS

At a minimum, Contractors must comply with local codes and any applicable national building codes for any

work involving rehabilitation or construction, including design. When a contract is funded, in whole or in part,

by HUD funding, Contractors must comply with applicable Green Building standards to the maximum extent

feasible. Green Building standards may apply to single-family properties, multifamily properties, or both and

may include, but are not limited to best practices defined under LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, or

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NAHB National Green Building Standards and may include specific measures for water conservation, energy

efficiency, and indoor air quality. Bidder must comply with the following standards, as applicable:

2009 ICC International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

ASHRAE 90.1-2007, which sets minimum energy standards for buildings except low-rise residential

buildings

ASHRAE 62.1-2010 and 62.2-2010, which set minimum standards for ventilation for indoor air quality

for common areas in mid- and high-rise buildings, and low-rise residential buildings, respectively.

New or replacement residential housing, when funded by CDBG-DR grants, must adhere to Green

Building standards, including Energy Star Certified Homes or Energy Star for Multifamily High Rise

and other applicable green building requirements.

Moderate residential housing rehabilitation, when funded by CDBG-DR grants, must comply with the

Community Planning & Development (CPD) Retrofit Checklist and provide Energy Star appliances,

Water Sense or FEMP products if replaced.

New or replacement residential housing, when funded by CDBG-DR grants, must adhere to Green

Building standards, including Energy Star Certified Homes or Energy Star for Multifamily High Rise

and other applicable green building requirements.

HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

Contractor shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Harris County from all claims for personal injury, death

and/or property damage resulting directly or indirectly from contractor's performance. Contractor shall procure

and maintain, with respect to the subject matter of this Invitation for Bids, appropriate insurance coverage

including, at a minimum, public liability and property damage with adequate limits to cover contractor's liability

as may arise directly or indirectly from work performed under terms of this Invitation for Bids. Certification of

such coverage must be provided to the County upon request.

The Federal Government is not a party to this contract and is not subject to any obligations or liabilities to the

non-Federal entity, contractor, or any other party pertaining to any matter resulting from the contract.

LEAD-BASED PAINT (24 CFR 570.608)

Contractor must comply with the provisions found in 24 CFR 570.608, the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning

Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. 4821-4846), the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (U.S.C.

4851-4856, and 24 CFR Part 35, subparts A, B, J, K, and R. This Article 2(f) is to be included in all subcontracts,

for work in connection with this Contract, which relate to residential structures.

NO COST-PLUS CONTRACTS (2 CFR 200.323(d))

Contractor must comply with 2 CFR 200.323(d) and shall refrain from using the “cost-plus percentage of cost”

method of contracting. Contracts, subcontracts, or third-party agreements funded by federal funds shall not

contain any cost plus or incentive savings provisions. Therefore, Contracts made under this contract opportunity

shall not make reference to compensation adjustments for cost plus or incentive savings provisions.

NON-COLLUSION (The Sherman Act)

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Contractor must comply with the requirements of The Sherman Act, which prohibit collusion. Collusion occurs

when two persons or representatives of an entity or organization make an agreement to deceive or mislead

another. Such agreements are usually secretive and involve fraud or gaining an unfair advantage over a third

party, competitors, consumers or others with whom they are negotiating. The collusion, therefore, makes the

bargaining process inherently unfair. Collusion can involve promises of future benefits, price or wage fixing,

kickbacks, or misrepresenting the independence of the relationship between the colluding parties.

The Sherman Act prohibits any agreement among competitors to fix prices, rig bids, or engage in other

anticompetitive activity. Collusion, bid rigging, or other anticompetitive activity is considered a felony.

Contractor shall not in any way, directly or indirectly:

a. Collude, conspire, or agree with any other person, firm, corporation, Bidder or potential Bidder to the

amount of this Bid or the terms or conditions of this Bid.

b. Pay or agree to pay any other person, firm, corporation Bidder or potential Bidder any money or

anything of value in return for assistance in procuring or attempting to procure a contract or in return

for establishing the prices in the attached Bid or the Bid of any other Bidder.

c. Assemble in coordination with any other organization in an attempt to fix the price of the work.

Contractors are expected to report any suspected fraud, collusion, or impropriety from the inception of

solicitation through the end of the contract term.

NON-SEGREGATED FACILITIES

“Prohibition of Segregated Facilities”

a. Segregated facilities means any waiting rooms, work areas, rest rooms and wash rooms, restaurants and

other eating areas, time clocks, locker rooms and other storage or dressing areas, parking lots, drinking

fountains, recreation or entertainment areas, transportation, and housing facilities provided for

employees, that are segregated by explicit directive or are in fact segregated on the basis of race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin because of written or oral policies

or employee custom. The term does not include separate or single-user rest rooms or necessary dressing

or sleeping areas provided to assure privacy between the sexes.

Sexual orientation has the meaning given by the Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract

Compliance Programs, and is found at www.dol.gov/ofccp/LGBT/LGBT_FAQs.html.

b. The Contractor agrees that it does not and will not maintain or provide for its employees any segregated

facilities at any of its establishments, and that it does not and will not permit its employees to perform

their services at any location under its control where segregated facilities are maintained. The

Contractor agrees that a breach of this clause is a violation of the Equal Opportunity clause in this

contract.

c. The Contractor shall include this clause in every subcontract and purchase order that is subject to the

Equal Opportunity clause of this contract.

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PARTICIPATION BY MINORITY & WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES (2 CFR 200.321)

Contractor must comply with the Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise participation requirements

under 2 CFR 200.321. Contractors must take all affirmative steps necessary to subcontract with Minority and

Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) to assure that MWBEs are used when possible. These

affirmative steps shall include:

A. Placing qualified small and minority businesses and women’s business enterprises on solicitation

lists;

B. Assuring that small and minority businesses, and women’s business enterprises are solicited

whenever they are potential sources;

C. Dividing total requirements, when economically feasible, into smaller tasks or quantities to permit

maximum participation by small and minority businesses, and women’s business enterprises;

D. Establishing delivery schedules, where the requirement permits, which encourage participation by

small and minority businesses, and women’s business enterprises; and

E. Using the services and assistance, as appropriate, of such organizations as the Small Business

Administration and the Minority Business Development Agency of the Department of Commerce.

The State of Texas maintains a Historically Underutilized Business Program, which identifies any business at

least 51 percent owned by an Asian Pacific American, Black American, Hispanic American, Native American,

American woman and/or Service Disabled Veteran, who reside in Texas and actively participate in the control,

operations and management of the entity's affairs as a Historically Underutilized Business (also considered

MWBE). Contractors who wish to check the status of a firm may visit

https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/.

Bidders are required to facilitate Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise participation and must

describe their MWBE Utilization Plan as part of their bid. The MWBE Utilization Plan should include Bidder’s

subcontracting and hiring plans, as well as a list of the MWBE or HUB firms Bidder intends to utilize to perform

the contract. Bidders are encouraged to utilize MWBEs / HUB firms as subcontractors, subconsultants, or

suppliers in order to comply with the requirements and may check for firms who perform relevant work by

searching https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/. Bidder must include the certification or

documentation that it, or its subcontractors, is HUB-certified by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts or

the local MWBE office in their jurisdiction

Contractor must facilitate Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise participation and take all affirmative

steps to utilize MWBEs / HUB firms as subcontractors, subconsultants, or suppliers throughout the life of the

Contract. Failure to include a MWBE Utilization Plan may deem bids non-responsive.

POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Pursuant to 2 CFR 200.112, Contractor must comply with disclosure requirements in accordance with Texas

Local Government Code, Chapter 176. Contractor shall not use funds to directly or indirectly pay any person

for influencing or attempting to influence any public employee or official in connection with the awarding of

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any contract or the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment or modification of any contract. By law, the

Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (provided by the Texas Ethics Commission at www.ethics.state.tx.us) must

be filed with the records administrator of the local governmental entity not later than the 7th business day after

the date the Contractor becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be filed.

This law requires persons desiring to do business with the County to disclose any gifts valued in excess of $250

given to any County Official or the County Official’s family member, or employment of any County Official

or the County Official’s family member during the preceding twelve (12) month period. The disclosure

questionnaire must be filed with the Harris County Clerk. Refer to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 176

for the details of this law.

An outside consultant or contractor is prohibited from submitting a bid for services on a Harris County project

of which the consultant or contractor was a designer or other previous contributor, or was an affiliate, subsidiary,

joint venturer or was in any other manner associated by ownership to any party that was a designer or other

previous contributor. If such a consultant or contractor submits a prohibited bid, that bid shall be disqualified

on the basis of conflict of interest, no matter when the conflict is discovered by Harris County.

PREVAILING WAGES (2 CFR 200 APPENDIX II (D) and TGC 2258)

Pursuant to 2 CFR 200 Appendix II (D), Contractor must comply with Texas Government Code (TGC) 2258,

Prevailing Wage Rates. Accordingly, Contractor must submit a certified payroll records as required, and

compensate any worker employed on a public works project not less than as applicable. As noted under “Davis

Bacon and Related Acts”, when required by Federal program legislation, construction contracts in excess of

$2,000 awarded by Harris County shall require compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141-3144,

and 3146-3148) as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 5, “Labor Standards

Provisions Applicable to Contracts Covering Federally Financed and Assisted Construction”). In accordance

with the statute, Contractor must pay wages to laborers and mechanics at a rate not less than the local prevailing

wages, or Davis Bacon wages, as applicable. If both Texas prevailing wages and Davis Bacon provide rates for

a particular class, Contractors must pay the greater wage rate. In addition, Contractor must pay wages not less

than once a week.

In compliance with Section 2258 of the Texas Government Code, Contractor and any subcontractor hired by

Contractor for the construction of any project, shall pay not less than the rates set forth in the Schedule of

Prevailing Wages attached and incorporated by reference. In submitting a Bid, Contractor warrants that it and

its subcontractors shall comply with all requirements and worker ratios per the applicable Schedule of

Prevailing Wages and Texas state law.

Contractor must submit certified payroll of contractor and all subcontractors on a weekly basis. At County’s

request, Contractor must make available and shall require its subcontractors to make available, copies of

cancelled checks and check stubs for comparisons by the County or its agents. Regardless of whether Davis

Bacon or Texas Prevailing Wages apply, the County reserves the right for its agents to visit the project site and

to interview contractor, its subcontractors and employees of each on any date or time, as often as desired during

the construction period, without prior notification.

Harris County will ascertain if proper wage rates are being paid to the employees as required. In the event of a

discrepancy between the work performed and the wages paid, the County shall document same and notify

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Contractor. If, for any length of time and as determined by Harris County, discrepancies appear between the

certified payrolls and the actual wage paid, the County shall require check stubs to be attached to each weekly

certified payroll.

Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2258.051, the County reserves the right to withhold any monies

due Contractor until such discrepancy is resolved and the necessary adjustment made. The Contractor shall

forfeit as a penalty, in accordance with Texas Government Code Section 2258.023(b), to the County or entity

who administers the subject Project receiving Federal assistance, Sixty Dollars ($60.00) for each worker,

employed for each calendar day, or a portion thereof, such worker is paid less than the said stipulated rates for

any work done under this Project, by him/her or by any contractor/subcontractor under him/her.

All contractor/subcontractor shall keep, or cause to be kept, an accurate record showing the names of all

workers, also the actual per diem wages paid to each of such workers. Contractor shall impose these same

obligations upon its Subcontractors. Contractor understands that with weekly or monthly certified payrolls,

contractor is responsible for any and all penalties that shall accrue during the month, regardless of the fact that

any error could not be discovered by the Contract Compliance Officer until the following certified payroll.

PROCUREMENT OF RECOVERED MATERIALS (2 CFR 200.322)

Pursuant to 2 CFR 200.322, Contractor must comply with Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, Pub.

L. No. 89-272 (1965) (codified as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act at 42 U.S.C. §

6962). As such, any contractors awarded under this contract opportunity is subject to the requirements of

Section 6002, which include procuring only items designated in guidelines of the EPA at 40 C.F.R. Part 247

that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials practicable, consistent with maintaining a satisfactory

level of competition, where the purchase price of the item exceeds $10,000 or the value of the quantity acquired

by the preceding fiscal year exceeded $10,000; procuring solid waste management services in a manner that

maximizes energy and resource recovery; and establishing an affirmative procurement program for procurement

of recovered materials identified in the EPA guidelines.

PROGRAM FRAUD AND FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS OR RELATED ACTS

Contractor must comply with 31 U.S.C. Chapter 38, Administrative Remedies for False Claims and Statements,

which shall apply to the activities and actions of the Contractor and its subcontractors pertaining to any matter

resulting from the contract.

RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS CERTIFICATION

a. Definitions. The definitions pertaining to this provision are those that are set forth on the clause

entitled “Restrictions on Public Works Projects.” (Set out under “Contract Clauses” below.)

b. Certification. Except as provided in paragraph (C) of this provision, by submission of its bid or

proposal, Bidder certifies that it:

i. Is not a Contractor of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate

against U.S. firms published by the Office of the United States Trade Representative

(USTR) (see paragraph (H) of this provision);

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ii. Has not or will not enter into any subcontract with a subcontractor of a foreign country

included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the

USTR, and

iii. Will not provide any product of a country included on the list of foreign countries that

discriminate against the U.S. firms published by the USTR.

c. Inability to certify. A Bidder unable to certify in accordance with paragraph (b) of this provision

shall submit with its offer a written explanation fully describing the reasons for its inability to make

the certification.

d. Applicability of 18 U.S.C. 1001. This certification is paragraph (B) of this provision concerns a

matter within the jurisdiction of an agency of the United States, and the making of a false, fictitious,

or fraudulent certification may render the maker subject to prosecution under Title 18 U.S.C. 1001.

e. Notice. Bidder shall provide written notice to the Contracting Officer if, at any time before the

contract award, Bidder learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become

erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.

f. Restrictions on contract award. Unless a waiver to these restrictions is granted by the Secretary of

Housing and Urban Development, no contract will be awarded to a Bidder (1) who is owned or

controlled by a citizen or national of a foreign country included on the list of foreign countries that

discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR, (2) whose subcontractors are owned or

controlled by citizens or national of a foreign country on the USTR list or, (3) who incorporates

any product of a foreign country on the USTR list in the public works project.

g. USTR List. The USTR published an initial list in the Federal Register on December 30, 1987 (53

FR 49244), which identified one country-Japan. The USTR can add countries to the list, and

remove countries from it, in accordance with section 109 (C) of PUB. L. 100-202.

RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS

a. Definitions. “Component”, as used in this clause, means those articles, materials, and supplies

incorporated directly into the product. “Contractor or subcontractor of a foreign country,” as used

in this clause, means any Contractor or subcontractor that is a citizen or national of a foreign country

or is controlled directly or indirectly by citizens or nationals of a foreign country. A contractor or

subcontractor shall be considered to be a citizen or national of a foreign country, or controlled

directly or indirectly by citizens or nationals of a foreign country:

i. If 50 percent or more of the Contractor or subcontractor is owned by a citizen or a national

of the foreign country;

ii. If the title to 50 percent of more of the stock of the Contractor or subcontractor is held

subject to trust or fiduciary obligation in favor of citizens or nationals of the foreign

country.

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iii. If 50 percent or more of the voting power in the Contractor or subcontractor is vested in or

exercisable on behalf of a citizen or national of the foreign country;

iv. In the case of a partnership, if any general partner is a citizen of the foreign country;

v. In the case of a corporation. If its presidents or other chief executive officer or the chairman

of its board of directors is a citizen of the foreign country or the majority of any number of

its directors necessary to constitute a quorum are citizens of the foreign country or the

corporation is organized under the laws of the foreign country or any subdivision, territory,

or possession thereof; or

vi. In case of a contractor or subcontractor who is a joint venture, if any participant firm is a

citizen or national of a foreign country or meets any of the criteria in subparagraphs (A) 1

through 5 of this clause. “Product”, as used in this clause, means construction materials,

i.e. articles, materials and supplies brought to the construction site for incorporation into

the public works project, including permanently affixed equipment, instruments, utilities,

electronic or other devices, but not including vehicles or construction equipment. In

determining the origin of a product, Harris County will consider a product as produce in a

foreign country id it has been assembled or manufactured in the foreign country, or if the

cost of the components mined, produced, or manufactured in the foreign country exceed

50 percent of the cost of all its components.

b. Restrictions. The Contractor shall not (1) knowingly enter into any subcontract under this contract

with a subcontractor of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against

U.S. firms published by the United States Trade Representative (see paragraph (C) of this clause,

or (2) supply any product under this contract of a country included on the list of foreign countries

that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR.

c. USTR List. The USTR published an initial list in the Federal Register on December 30, 1987 (53

FR 49244), which identified one country-Japan. The USTR can add other countries to the list, or

remove countries from it, in accordance with section 109 (C) of PUB. L. 100-102.

d. Certification. The Contractor may rely upon the certification of a prospective subcontractor that it

is not a subcontractor of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against

U.S. firms published by the USTR and that products supplied by such subcontractor for use on the

Federal public works project under this contract are not products of a foreign country included on

the list of foreign countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR, unless such

Contractor has knowledge that the certification is erroneous.

e. Subcontractors. The Contractor shall incorporate this clause, modified only for the purpose of

properly identifying the parties, in all subcontracts. This paragraph (E) shall also be incorporated

in all subcontracts.

RIGHTS TO INVENTIONS (2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (F))

Any discovery or invention that arises during the course of the contract shall be reported to Harris County. This

clause requires the Contractor to disclose promptly inventions to the County (within 2 months) after the inventor

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discloses it in writing to Contractor personnel responsible for patent matters. The awarding agency shall

determine how rights in the invention/discovery shall be allocated consistent with "Government Patent Policy"

and Title 37 C.F.R. § 401.

If the Federal award meets the definition of “funding agreement” under 37 C.F.R. §.401.2(a) and the recipient

or subrecipient wishes to enter into a contract with a small business firm or nonprofit organization regarding

the substitution of parties, assignment or performance of experimental, developmental, or research work under

that “funding agreement,” the recipient or subrecipient must comply with the requirements of Title 37 C.F.R. §

401, “Rights to Inventions Made by Nonprofit Organizations and Small Business Firms Under Government

Grants, Contracts and Cooperative Agreements,” and any implementing regulations issued by the awarding

agency.

SECTION 109 OF THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974 (24 CFR

570.602)

Section 109 of the Act requires that no person in the United States shall on the grounds of race, color, national

origin, religion, or sex be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to

discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance made available pursuant to

the Act. Section 109 also directs that the prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of age under the Age

Discrimination Act and the prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of disability under Section 504 shall

apply to programs or activities receiving Federal financial assistance under Title I programs. The policies and

procedures necessary to ensure enforcement of section 109 are codified in 24 CFR part 6.

SECTION 3 ACT OF 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u and 24 CFR Part 135) DISCLAIMER: THIS CONTRACT

IS HUD-FUNDED AND THEREFORE SECTION 3 DOES APPLY TO THIS CONTRACT.

For any HUD-funded contract with a value in excess of $100,000, Contractor must comply with the Section 3

Act of 1968. The purpose of Section 3 is to ensure that employment and other economic opportunities generated

by certain HUD financial assistance shall, to the greatest extent feasible, and consistent with existing Federal,

State and local laws and regulations, be directed to low- and very low income persons, particularly those who

are recipients of government assistance for housing, and to business concerns which provide economic

opportunities to low- and very low-income persons. Section 3 is triggered when the normal completion of

construction and rehabilitation projects creates the need for new employment, contracting, or training

opportunities.

For any Section 3 Covered Contracts, Contractor must comply with all provisions of the Section 3 Act of 1968,

contained under 24 CFR 135. Contractor must include the Section 3 Clause (Attachment U, Section 3 Clause)

in its entirety, in every subcontract subject to compliance with regulations in 24 CFR 135.

Contractor must assure that to the greatest extent feasible, contracts for work to be performed in connection

with the project are awarded to Section 3 Business Concerns. Contractor must post all new hire opportunities

with the local Workforce Solutions Center and/or Work-in-Texas, in accordance with 24 CFR 135. The

minimum numeric goals for Section 3 utilization are:

30 percent of total number of new hires are Section 3 Residents (i.e. 1 out of 3 new hires);

10 percent of all awarded construction contracts are awarded to Section 3 Business Concerns;

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3 percent of all awarded non-construction contracts are awarded to Section 3 Business Concerns.

When applicable, as part of their submission, all Bidders are required to complete and submit the Section 3

Employment & Minority Business Plan form (Attachment S), which should include the following:

Number of New Hires needed to complete scope of work, if awarded

o Number of New Hires that Bidder shall commit to hiring Section 3 Residents (For new hires

needed as a result of the contract, Bidder must commit to hiring at least 30% as Section 3

Residents)

Percentage of subcontracts required to complete scope of work, if awarded

o Percentage of subcontracts that Bidder shall commit to awarding to Section 3 Business

Concerns (For subcontracting opportunities arising as a result of the contract, Bidder must

commit to subcontracting 3-10% as Section 3 Business Concerns, depending on the type of

work)

The Contractor shall be responsible for updating the Section 3 Employment & Minority Business Plan, as

necessary, over the course of the contract. Harris County shall monitor and evaluate Contractor’s, and

Contractor’s subcontractors, Section 3 compliance towards achieving the numerical goals relative to Section 3

employment, training, and contracting on a monthly basis throughout the contract period. Contractor shall be

responsible for providing monthly reports in the format requested by Harris County.

TRANSACTIONS WITH TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS PROHIBITED (Texas Government Code

2252.152)

Pursuant to Chapter 2252, Texas Government Code, Contractor shall certify that, at the time of execution of

this Contract, neither the Contractor, nor any wholly owned subsidiary, majority-owned subsidiary, parent

company or affiliate of the same (1) engages in business with Iran, Sudan, or any foreign terrorist organization

as described in Chapters 806 or 807 of the Texas Government Code, or Subchapter F of Chapter 2252 of the

Texas Government Code, or (2) is a company listed by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts under

Sections 806.051, 807.051, or 2252.153 of the Texas Government Code.

TERMINATION FOR CAUSE & CONVENIENCE (2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (A) and (B))

Pursuant to 2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (A), Contracts for more than the simplified acquisition threshold

currently set at $150,000, which is the inflation adjusted amount determined by the Civilian Agency Acquisition

Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) as authorized by 41 U.S.C. 1908, shall

address administrative, contractual, or legal remedies in instances where contractors violate or breach contract

terms, and provide for such sanctions and penalties as appropriate.

Pursuant to 2 CFR Appendix II to Part 200 (B), all contracts in excess of $10,000 shall address termination for

cause and for convenience by the non-Federal entity including the manner by which it will be effected and the

basis for settlement. Harris County shall have the right to terminate this contract for cause and convenience.

In the event of a failure by Contractor to satisfactorily perform the services specified herein and/or a default by

Contractor in abiding by the other terms and conditions of this Contract, Harris County may terminate the

Contract on written notice to Contractor and Contractor shall be liable for all damages, costs, and expenses

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(including attorney fees) incurred by County related to this default. Such termination is in addition to and not

in lieu of any other remedies that Harris County may have in law or equity. Administrative remedies for non-

performance, violation or breach of contract terms, or termination of contract for default may include

suspension and debarment. Harris County may assess liquidated damages for failure to meet completion

deadlines, contract breaches, or performance failures of the Contractor or its Subcontractors.

Contractor shall be provided the opportunity to cure certain performance failures or instances of default as

described in the contract documents. The legal dispute resolution process as applicable under the Texas Civil

Practice and Remedies Code shall include, but is not limited to, Texas and Civil Practice and Remedies Section

38 – Attorney’s Fees, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Section 41 – Damages, and Texas Civil Practice and

Remedies Section 154 – General Provisions. Harris County and Contractor(s) should attempt to resolve any

claim for breach of contract made by Contractor, to the extent it is applicable to the Contract and not preempted

by other law. Except as otherwise provided by law, nothing herein is a waiver by the County or the State of

Texas of the right to seek redress in a court of law.

Termination provisions are included in the Contract Requirements & Payment, Section VIII, portion of this

IFB.

VERIFICATION NOT TO BOYCOTT ISRAEL

As required by Texas Government Code Chapter 2270, Contractor verifies that it does not boycott Israel and

will not boycott Israel through the term of this Contract. For purposes of this verification, “boycott Israel”

means refusing to deal with, terminating business activities with, or otherwise taking any action that is intended

to penalize, inflict economic harm on, or limit commercial relations specifically with Israel, or with a person or

entity doing business in Israel or in an Israeli-controlled territory, but does not include an action made for

ordinary business purposes.

VENDORS/CONTRACTORS OWING TAXES OR OTHER DEBTS

Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.0276, if, during the performance of this contract, Contractor’s

taxes become delinquent or Contractor becomes otherwise indebted to Harris County, Harris County reserves

the right to provide notice to the Auditor or Treasurer pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 154.045.

Whether or not a Contractor’s taxes are delinquent will be determined by an independent review of the Tax

Office records. Contractors are encouraged to visit the Tax Office website at www.hctax.net, set up a portfolio

of their accounts and make their own initial determination of the status of their tax accounts. Contractors who

believe a delinquency is reflected in error must contact the Tax Office to correct any errors or discrepancies

prior to submitting their bid in order to ensure that their bid will be considered. Furthermore, if, during the

performance of this contract, a Contractor’s taxes become delinquent or a vendor becomes otherwise indebted

to Harris County, Harris County reserves the right to provide notice to the Auditor or Treasurer pursuant to

Texas Local Government Code §154.045. This policy is effective for all bids due on or after November 1, 2009.

WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION ACT

Contractor, subcontractors, and employees working on this Project shall be subject 41 U.S. Code § 4712, which

requires that an employee of a contractor, subcontractor, grantee, or subgrantee or personal services contractor

may not be discharged, demoted, or otherwise discriminated against as a reprisal for disclosing information that

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the employee reasonably believes is evidence of gross mismanagement of a Federal contract or grant, a gross

waste of Federal funds, an abuse of authority relating to a Federal contract or grant, a substantial and specific

danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal contract (including

the competition for or negotiation of a contract) or grant.

The Contractor shall inform its employees and subcontractors in writing, in the predominant language of the

workforce, of employee whistleblower rights and protections under 41 U.S.C. 4712, as described in section

3.908 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including

this paragraph, in all subcontracts providing services for this Project.

HARRIS COUNTY CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS MANUAL

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HOUSING CONSTRUCTION &

INSPECTION SERVICES-CONTRACTOR

SPECIFICATION MANUAL

HARRIS COUNTY CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS MANUAL

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HARRIS COUNTY CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................

Purpose of Performance Manual ..................................................................................... 1

Materials and Workmanship ........................................................................................... 1

SECTION I - GENERAL CONDITIONS ................................................................

ARTICLE I: CONTRACT DEFINITIONS ....................................................... 2

ARTICLE II:LAWS GOVERNING CONSTRUCTION .................................. 4

ARTICLE III:CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND BONDS .............................. 5

ARTICLE IV:CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION ............................................ 6

ARTICLE V:CONTRACT RESPONSIBILITIES .......................................... 10

ARTICLE VI:CONTRACT CHANGES .......................................................... 19

ARTICLE VII:INSPECTIONS AND PROGRESS PAYMENTS .................. 21

ARTICLE VIII:CONTRACTOR COMPLETION TIME .............................. 26

ARTICLE IX:CONTRACT WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE .................. 29

ARTICLE X:OPERATION AND STORAGE AREAS ................................... 29

ARTICLE XI: HISTORIC REHABILITATION.............................................30

ARTICLE XII: DEFINITIONS…….…………………………………………31

ARTICLE XIII: BUILDING ELEMENTS…………………………………..32

HOUSING CONSTRUCTION & INSPECTION SERVICES-CONTRACTOR

SPECIFICATION MANUAL ...................................................................................................................

Division 2 Site Work / Demolition / Concrete ............................................................... 36

Division 3 Masonry ……………………………………………………………………..55

Division 4 Roofing .......................................................................................................... 65

Division 5 Carpentry ....................................................................................................... 83

Division 6 Windows, Doors & Hardware ................................................................... 117

Division 7 Thermal Protection ..................................................................................... 119

Division 8 Wall and Ceiling Finishes .......................................................................... 143

Division 9 Floor Finishes .............................................................................................. 154

Division 10 Painting ..................................................................................................... 167

Division 11 Plumbing and Hot Water Heating ......................................................... 177

Division 12 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ............................................ 194

Division 13 Electrical .................................................................................................... 209

Division 14 Bath Areas ................................................................................................. 225

Division 15 Kitchen Areas ............................................................................................ 237

Division 16 ADA Compliant Lifts & Ramps ................................................................. 241

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

Purpose of Performance Manual

The purpose of the Performance Manual is to provide and make a part of each contract,

subcontract, contract bid, and contract proposal certain minimum standards of quality of

workmanship and materials expected in the Work and required by Harris County, as well as

certain contractual obligations expected in the performance of Work under the Program. It is

intended that these minimum performance standards shall prevail except when in conflict with,

or less stringent than, Harris County, State, or Federal Regulations or Codes, in which instance

the more stringent standards will prevail. This Performance Manual is set forth as a guideline for

Contractors. Where a direct conflict exists between a provision of this Performance Manual and

a provision of a separate Contract Document on a Project, the specific Contract Document shall

control. Otherwise the provisions of this Performance Manual shall be deemed to supplement

the contractual requirements.

The County, reserves the right to make changes as deemed necessary. Contractors retained to

rehabilitate or reconstruct homes within Harris County for the Program will be notified of any

changes to this Performance Manual in writing. All changes become effective immediately upon

receipt.

Materials and Workmanship

All work shall be performed by competent workman pursuant to cost estimates and/or bid

documents in conformance with this Performance Manual, and under the supervision of the

Contractor or his agent. All sizes and grades of materials shall be new, of a generally acceptable

standard and in first class condition. All finished work shall be clean and free from tool marks or

other foreign blemishes. All measurements shall be verified at the Project or building site. All

work shall be in conformity with manufacturer’s printed directions. All fittings, off-sets, etc.

required shall be furnished and installed without additional expense to Homeowner. All work

and supplies shall be protected from the weather during the course of construction.

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SECTION I - GENERAL CONDITIONS

ARTICLE I: CONTRACT DEFINITIONS

Whenever the following terms are used in these General Conditions or in the other

Contract Documents the intent and meaning shall be interpreted as follows:

1.1 HARRIS COUNTY: Harris County, hereinafter referred to sometimes as the

“County”, is the sub-recipient of CDBG and HOME funds dedicated to and

allocated for the benefit of Homeowners in Harris County, Texas to provide

reconstruction of single-family owner-occupied housing units and rehabilitation

of units up to current building codes. The County is a contracting entity and

representative of Homeowners in connection with the Program. The County will

utilize the services of a Program Administer to inspect and monitor the Program.

1.2 CONTRACT: The agreement or agreements between Harris County, the

Contractor and/or the Homeowner for the Reconstruction or Rehabilitation of

housing units pursuant to and in accordance with the Contract Documents.

1.3 CONTRACT DATE: The date of the Contract is the date shown as the effective

date on the Housing Construction Contract.

1.4 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Contract Documents consist of (i) the Invitation

to Bid, (ii) Contractor’s Bid as accepted by the County, through its Designated

Representative, (iii) Harris County Minimum Housing Standards (Reconstruction

or Rehabilitation), (iv) the Harris County Contractor Performance Manual, and (v)

a signed Housing Construction Contract.

1.5 CONTRACT PRICE: The contract sum or contract price is the total

compensation payable to the Contractor for performing the Work as originally

contracted or as subsequently adjusted by contract modifications.

1.6 CONTRACTOR: The Contractor is the person or organization identified as such

in the Housing Construction Contract and is referred to throughout the Contract

Documents as if singular in number and masculine in gender. The term,

“Contractor” means the Contractor or his authorized representative.

1.7 DAY: Whenever the word “day” is used in the Contract Documents it shall be

interpreted to mean calendar day, unless otherwise specifically stipulated.

1.8 HOMEOWNER: The Homeowner is the person or organization identified as such

in the Housing Construction Contract and is referred to throughout the Contract

Documents as if singular in number and masculine in gender.

1.9 INSTALL: Except as otherwise defined in greater detail, term "install" is used to

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mean supply and deliver to the Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking,

assembly, installation, etc., as applicable in each instance and operations at the

Project site including unloading, unpacking, assembly, erection, placing, anchoring,

applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar

operations, as applicable in each instance. If used in reference to existing Work

this shall include the removal of all existing items which impede or otherwise is

necessary for the completion of the new Work and at the cost of the Contractor.

Installation work shall be included as part of the total cost of Work.

1.10 INSTALLER: The entity (person or firm) engaged by the Contractor or its

Subcontractor or sub-subcontractor for the performance of a particular unit of Work

at the Project site, including installation, erection, applications, and similar required

operations. It is a general requirement that such entities (Installers) be expert in

operations they are engaged to perform.

1.11 NOTICE TO PROCEED: The written notice by the County, through the

Designated Representative, which establishes the date for commencement of

contract Work and the date for completion of the contracted Project or Work.

1.12 DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE O R MANAGER: The terms Designated

Representative or Manager shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the Request

for Proposal. Designated Representative shall have the rights, duties and obligations

set forth in the Contract Documents.

1.13 PROJECT: The term “Project” shall comprise the Work to be performed on an

individual housing unit as established in the Work Write-Ups included in the

Contract Documents.

1.14 PROVIDE: Except as otherwise defined in greater detail, the term “provide”

means furnish and install, complete and ready for intended use, as applicable

in each instance.

1.15 INVITATION TO BID: The term Invitation to Bid shall mean the Contractor’s

Invitation to Bid “ITB” as accepted by the County.

1.16 SPECIFICATIONS: The term “Specifications” shall refer to the standards,

requirements and conditions contained in Sections II through XV of this

Performance Manual.

1.17 SUBCONTRACTOR: a person or organization who has a direct contract with the

Contractor to perform any of the Work at the site of a Project. The term

“Subcontractor” is referred to throughout the Contract Documents as if singular in

number and masculine in gender and means a Subcontractor or his authorized

representative.

1.18 SUB-SUBCONTRACTOR: a person or organization who has a direct or indirect

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contract with a Subcontractor to perform any of the Work at the site of a Project.

The term “Sub-subcontractor” is referred to throughout the Contract Documents as

if singular in number and masculine in gender and means a Sub- subcontractor or

an authorized representative thereof.

1.19 TESTING LABORATORY: An independent entity engaged to perform specific

inspections or tests of the Work, either at a Project site or elsewhere, and to report

and (if required) interpret results of those inspections or tests.

1.20 WORK: All labor, materials, facilities and all other things which are required

to complete the Projects under the Contract Documents.

1.21 WORK WRITE-UPS: The written descriptions and details of the scope of Work to

be performed by Contractor on each individual Project or housing unit under the

Program, as contained in the Request for Proposal and as accepted and approved

by the County under the Contract.

ARTICLE II: LAWS GOVERNING CONSTRUCTION

2.1 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS: In the execution of the Contract, the Contractor

must comply with all applicable State and Federal laws, including but not limited to

laws concerned with labor, environment, equal employment opportunity, safety and

minimum wages. The Contractor shall make itself familiar with and at all times

shall observe and comply with all Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances and

regulations which in any manner affect the conduct of the Work, and shall

indemnify and hold harmless the Homeowner, the County and the Designated

Representative against any claim arising from violation of any such law, ordinance

or regulation by itself or by its employees. When requested, competent evidence

of compliance with applicable laws shall be furnished.

A. The Contractor shall cooperate with applicable County or other

governmental officials at all times where their jurisdiction prevails. If such

official or inspector deems special inspection necessary, the Contractor shall

provide assistance and facilities that will expedite his inspection. The

Contractor shall make application and pay all costs for any permits and all

temporary services and utilities which are required for the execution and

performance of the Contract. Costs of all permits, inspection fees, service,

utility fees, taps, etc., shall be included as part of the total cost of the Work.

B. Where a testing laboratory has established standards and issued labels for a

particular group, class, or type of equipment, the label shall be required on

all equipment in that category. Contractor shall meet the minimum

requirements of the 2012 International Residential Code, the 2012 Uniform

Plumbing Code, the 2012 Uniform Mechanical Code, with City of Houston

amendments. When requested competent evidence of compliance with

applicable codes shall be furnished.

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C. These Contract Documents shall be governed and interpreted in accordance

with the laws of the State of Texas, and venue of any action hereunder shall

lie in Harris County, Texas.

ARTICLE III: CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND BONDS

3.1 COPIES FURNISHED - WORK WRITE UPS: The Contractor will be furnished

free of charge one (1) complete set of the Work Write-Ups before on-site Work

at a Project commences. Additional complete sets of Work Write-Ups, if requested,

will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

3.2 OWNERSHIP OF WORK WRITE-UPS AND SPECIFICATIONS: All Work

Write-Ups and Specifications, and all copies thereof furnished by the County, are

and shall remain property of the County. They are not to be used on any Work or

Project other than the Work and Projects awarded to Contractor pursuant to the

Contract Documents.

3.3 SPECIFICATIONS AND WORK WRITE-UPS AT THE SITE: The Contractor

shall maintain at the site one copy of all Specifications and one copy of all Work

Write- Ups and/or approved Shop Drawings (if any) for construction, and shall at

all times give the County or its representatives and agents access thereto. Failure

to maintain such documents at job site shall constitute cause for denial of a

progress payment otherwise due.

3.4 PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS: The Contract terms pertaining to

Performance and Payment Bonds shall be as set forth in the Request for Proposal,

and include the rights, duties and obligations set forth in the Contract Documents.

3.5 INTERRELATIONSHIP OF DOCUMENTS: The interrelation of Work Write-

Ups and the Specifications within the Performance Manual are as follows: The

Specifications contained in this Performance Manual determine the quality and

conditions of the Work and the Projects, while the Work Write-Ups establish the

quantities, dimensions and details required for each Project. Any requirement or

detail included in any one of the Contract Documents shall be as if shown or

mentioned in all Contract Documents. All quantities mentioned in the Work Write-

Ups are only approximate. The Contractor is responsible for field verifying

dimensions, quantities and conditions prior to submission of bid, and is

responsible for providing all labor and materials for successful completion of the

Work at no additional charge. Should there be a conflict between the Specifications,

Work Write-Ups, the Performance Manual and/or other Contact Documents, the

better quality or greater quantity of work or materials shall be performed or

furnished. In case of a discrepancy, the matter shall be promptly submitted to the

County, who shall make a determination in writing. Any adjustment by the

Contractor without such a determination shall be at the Contractor’s own risk and

expense. Contractor’s failure to consult with the County will not release it from

compliance with the more stringent of the items involved in the discrepancy.

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ARTICLE IV: CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

4.1 GENERAL ADMINISTRATION: Unless otherwise provided for in the Contract

Documents, the County, o r i t s Designated Representative, will provide general

administration of the Contract and will be the Homeowner’s representative during

construction and until final payment. The County assumes no responsibility for

any representation made orally by the County or its Designated Representative

prior to the execution of the Contract Documents. The County assumes no

responsibility for any conclusions or interpretations made by the Contractor. Any

failure by the Contractor to become acquainted with available information will not

relieve it from the responsibility for properly estimating the difficulty or cost of

successfully performing the Work or mutually agreed changes thereto.

A. The County, directly or its Designated Representative, has the authority to

act on behalf of the Homeowner to the extent provided for in the Contract

Documents.

B. The County, directly or through its Designated Representative, shall interpret

the Contract requirements and have the authority to reject Work performed

by the Contractor, which in the opinion of the County, directly or through

its Designated Representative, does not meet the requirements of the

Contract and to order such Work removed and replaced in accordance with

paragraph 5.12.

C. Subcontracts: The Contractor shall not employ any subcontractor to which

the County, or its Designated Representative, has made a reasonable

objection to in writing.

1. The Contractor shall have every first-tier subcontractor agree to be

bound in the same exact manner it is bound to the County, through

its Designated Representative, to the extent of the portion of the

Work covered under the subcontract, including without limitation

with respect to the preparation and submittal of cost estimates and

change order proposals in complete detail. The Contractor shall

defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the County and the Designated

Representative from and against any subcontractor’s claim that may

result from the failure of the Contractor so to bind every subcontractor

to said terms.

2. After the list of proposed subcontractors has been approved or

deemed approved by the County o r through its Designated

Representative, a change in any subcontractor or the addition of any

new subcontractor can only be made with the written consent of the

County, through its Designated Representative .

4.2 ACCESS TO AND INSPECTION OF THE WORK: The Contractor shall provide

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sufficient, safe and proper facilities at all reasonable times for the observation

and/or inspection of the Work by the authorized representatives of the County.

The County, directly or through its Designated Representative, at their discretion,

may make periodic visits to the site to familiarize themselves with the progress

and quality of the Work and to determine if the Work is proceeding in accordance

with the Contract Documents. Neither the periodic observations of the County or

the Designated Representative in the administration of the Contract, nor any

inspections, tests or approvals shall relieve the Contractor from its obligations to

perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

A. The Contractor shall not cover up any work with finishing materials or

other building components prior to an inspection of the Work by the County

or its Designated Representative for approval of the installation. Should

corrections of the Work be required for approval, cover up shall be delayed

until another inspection can be made and approval is indicated. Verbal

approval to proceed with subsequent operations shall be confirmed to the

Contractor in writing by the inspecting party.

B. The Contractor shall be made responsible for providing notification of at

least forty eight (48) hours to the County, or through its Designated

Representative, of the anticipated need for cover up inspection. Should the

County, or its Designated Representative , fail to make the necessary

inspection within a forty eight (48) hour period, the Contractor may proceed

with the cover up Work, unless the County, or its Designated

Representative, makes a written arrangement with the Contractor for

additional time in which to complete desired inspections.

4.3 SEPARATE CONTRACTS: The County reserves the right to award other contracts

in connection with other portions of the Work or other portion of the Program.

A. This Contractor shall properly connect and coordinate its Work with the

Work of other Contractors. If any part of this Contractor’s Work depends

on proper execution or proper results on the Work of any other separate

contractor, this Contractor shall inspect and promptly report in writing to

the County, any discrepancies or defects it may find in such other Work

that render it unsuitable for such proper execution and results. Failure of this

Contractor to so inspect and report shall constitute an acceptance of the

other contractor’s work as fit and proper to receive its work, except as in

defects which may develop in the other separate contractor’s work after

the execution of this Contractor’s work.

B. Should Contractor cause delay or cause damage to the work or property of

any separate contractor on the Project, Contractor shall, upon due notice,

endeavor to settle with such other contractor by agreement. If such separate

contractor sues the County, the Designated Representative or Homeowner

on account of any damage alleged to have been so sustained, the County

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shall notify Contractor who shall defend such proceedings and pay all

costs in connection therewith, and if any judgment against the County,

the Designated Representative or Homeowner arises there from, Contractor

shall pay or satisfy it.

C. The Contractor shall afford the County, the Homeowner and/or other

contractors a reasonable opportunity for the introduction and storage of their

materials and equipment and the execution of their work and shall properly

connect and coordinate its Work with theirs.

4.4 CONTRACT TERMINATION:

A. TERMINATION BY CONTRACTOR. If the Work is stopped for a period

of ninety (90) days under an order of any court or public authority having

jurisdiction, or as a result of an act of government, such as a declaration

of a national emergency making materials unavailable, through no act or

fault of the Contractor or a Subcontractor or their agents or employees

or any other persons performing any of the Work under a contract with

the Contractor, then the Contractor may, upon seven (7) additional days

written notice to the County, directly or through its Designated

Representative , terminate the Contract and recover from the County

payment for all Work completed and properly executed and for reasonable

profit and overhead associated with such completed Work. If the cause of

the Work stoppage is removed prior to the end of the seven (7) day

notice period, the Contractor may not terminate the Contract.

B. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE BY COUNTY. If the County, either directly

or through its Designated Representative , determines that the Contractor

is adjudged as bankrupt, or if it makes a general assignment for the

benefit of its creditors, or if a receiver is appointed on account of its

insolvency, or if it persistently or repeatedly refuses or fails, except in

cases for which extension of time is provided, to supply enough skilled

workmen or proper materials, pay its subcontractors or suppliers, or if it

persistently performs substandard work, or persistently disregards laws,

ordinances, rules, regulations or orders of any public authority having

jurisdiction, or otherwise guilty of a substantial violation of a provision

of the Contract Documents, or fails to so prosecute the Work as to insure its

completion, within the time, or any extension of thereof, specified in

the Contract, then the County or the Designated Representative may,

without prejudice to any right or remedy and after giving the Contractor and

its surety, if any, seven (7) days Certified Mail written notice at the last

known business address, terminate the employment of the Contractor and

take possession of the site and of all materials, and/or equipment on the

job site which has been purchased and paid for by the County expressly

for the purposes of construction of that Project. Should the surety, if

any, fail to respond within seven (7) working days following such notice

and pursue completion of the Work with diligence acceptable to the

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County, the County, directly or through its Designated Representative, may

arrange for completion of the Work and issue a change order deducting

the cost thereof from the unpaid Contractor the sum remaining, in which

event no further payment shall then be made by the County until all costs

of completing the Work shall have been paid. If the unpaid balance of the

Contract sum exceeds the costs of finishing the Work, such excess shall

be paid to the Contractor or its surety as applicable. If such costs exceed the

unpaid balance, the Contractor or its surety shall pay the difference to the

County. If the County sues the Contractor or Surety on account of failure

to pay such difference in cost upon demand, the Contractor and Surety

will pay all costs in connection wherewith, including reasonable

attorney’s fees. This obligation for payment shall survive the termination

of the Contract. In addition, all other obligations of the Contractor, except

further performance, shall survive the termination of the Contract. It is

further expressly agreed by and understood by and between all parties to

the Contract, that should the Contractor be terminated pursuant to this

Paragraph 4.4 B, no further funds shall be paid to said Contractor or his

subcontractors unless and until the remaining unfinished Work has been

completed by a substitute contractor, accepted by the County, or through the

Designated Representative, and the substitute contractor has been paid in

full. The payment of the balance remaining of the original contract amount

shall constitute the full and complete discharge of any and all obligations

owed said terminated Contractor regardless of the amount actually owed

said Contractor. No claims filed by subcontractors of the Contractor shall

be valid in excess of the amount authorized in this Article. No

subcontractor shall have any statutory or other lien or claim against the

Homeowner, the County or the Designated Representative for any amount

in excess of the amount agreed to be paid in the Contract Documents

for such Work.

C. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE BY COUNTY: Prior to or during

the performance of the Work, the County reserves the right to terminate the

Contract for unforeseen causes not limited to court orders, loss of funding,

acts of the federal government to discontinue the Work, and others that may

occur. Upon such an occurrence, the following procedures will be adhered

to:

1. The County, or its Designated Representative, will immediately

notify the Contractor in writing, specifying the effective termination

date of the Contract.

2. After receipt of the notice of termination, the Contractor shall

immediately proceed with the following obligations, regardless of

any delay in determining or adjusting any amounts due at that

point in the Contract:

(a) Stop all Work.

(b) Place no further subcontracts or orders for materials or services.

(c) Terminate all subcontracts

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(d) Cancel all material and equipment orders as applicable.

(e) Take action that is necessary to protect and preserve all

property related to the Contract which is the possession of

the Contractor.

3. Within 30 days of the date of the Notice of Termination, the

Contractor shall submit a final termination settlement proposal to the

County, or through its Designated Representative, based upon costs

up to the date of termination, reasonable profit on Work done only,

and reasonable demobilization costs. If the Contractor fails to submit

the proposal within the time allowed, the County, through its

Designated Representative, may determine the amount due to the

Contractor because of the termination and shall pay the determined

amount to the Contractor.

D. WRITTEN NOTICE OF TERMINATION: Written notice of termination

shall be considered to have been duly given if Notice is provided pursuant

to the terms of the Request for Proposal.

ARTICLE V: CONTRACT RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 HOMEOWNER RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities of Homeowner are set

forth in the Contract Documents, including the Housing Construction Contract.

5.2 CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP: Contractor binds itself, its partners,

successors, assigns and legal representatives to Homeowner and to the County under

the Contract Documents, and to the partners, successors, assigns and legal

representatives of each such other party in respect to all covenants, agreements and

obligations contained in the Contract Documents. The Contractor shall not assign

the Contract or sublet it as a whole without the written consent of the County,

nor shall the Contractor assign any monies due or to become due, without the

previous written consent of the County.

5.3 DISPUTE RESOLUTION: This paragraph concerns disputes over questions of

fact that arise under the Contract Documents and that are not disposed of by

agreement. Except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, the

Contractor may obtain a decision on any such question of fact by making a written

request, in which the question of fact is clearly stated and this paragraph is cited,

to the County. The County may in its discretion make a decision on any such

questions without a request by the Contractor. Any such request by the Contractor

must be made before final payment on a Project is rendered to Contractor. The

Contractor shall enclose with its letter of request or incorporate therein by specific

reference to all information and documents that it wishes the Designated

Representative to take into account in making the decision. The County shall

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reduce its decision to writing and mail or otherwise furnish a copy thereof to the

Contractor.

Pending final decision of a dispute hereunder, the Contractor shall proceed

diligently with the performance of the Contract and in accordance with

Designated Representative’s decision.

5.4 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities of Contractor are set

forth in the Contract Documents, including but not limited to the

Homeowner/Contractor Construction Agreement and this Performance Manual.

In addition to the provisions therein the Contractor shall supervise and direct the

Work using its best skill and attention to assure that each element of the Work

conforms to the contract requirements. Contractor shall be solely responsible for

all construction means, methods, techniques, safety, sequences and procedures,

and for coordinating all portions of the Work under the Contract Documents.

A. The Contractor shall provide, without extra charge, all incidental

items required as a part of the Work, even though not particularly

specified or indicated in the Contract Documents. If the Contractor

has good reason for objecting to the use of a material, appliance, or

method of construction as shown or specified in the Work Write-

Ups, it shall register its objections with the County, in writing.

Otherwise, it shall proceed with the Work with the understanding

that a satisfactory job is required.

5.5 CONTRACTOR’S SUPERINTENDENT: The Contractor shall not be required to

hire a Superintendent or representative to be present at the job site full time during

the progress of the Work, and shall not include such charges or expenses as a

part of his overhead or general construction cost. However, the Contractor is

responsible for providing the County, with a local representative who may be

contacted at any time and will respond within a two-hour time frame. Further, in

case of an emergency, the representative must be able to be contacted within a time

frame of 30 minutes. All communication given to the representative shall be as

binding as if given to the Contractor; any such communications that affects contract

time, contract cost and contract interpretation must be confirmed in writing.

5.6 ACTS AND OMISSIONS: The Contractor shall be fully responsible for acts and

omissions of its employees and its subcontractors, their agents and employees.

The County, o r i t s Designated Representative, may, in writing, require the

Contractor to remove from the Work any of its subcontractors or subcontractors’

employees that the County or the Designated Representative finds to be careless,

incompetent or otherwise objectionable.

5.7 CONDITIONS AT SITE OR BUILDING: The County, through its Designated

Representative, shall furnish to Contractor all currently available surveys in its

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possession describing the physical characteristic, legal description and known

limitations of the property addressed in each Work Write-Up. The County and the

Designated Representative make no representations as to the accuracy or

completeness of the site information furnished to the Contractor and do not

expressly or by implication warrant same and are not responsible for any

interpretations or conclusions reached by the Contractor with respect thereto. It

is the Contractor’s sole responsibility to verify to its own satisfaction all site

information, including but not limited to topographical data, borings, subsurface

information, utilities and easements.

A. The Contractor is responsible for having visited the site and having

ascertained pertinent local conditions such as location, accessibility, and

general character of the site or building, the character and extent of

existing work within and adjacent to the site, and any other work being

performed thereon at the time of the submission of its proposal. Any failure

to do so will not relieve it from the responsibility for successfully

performing the Work without additional expense to the County or to

Homeowner.

B. If, in the performance of the Work, subsurface, latent or concealed

conditions at the site are found to be materially different from the

information included in the bid documents, or if unknown conditions of an

unusual nature are disclosed differing materially from the conditions

usually inherent in the Work of the character shown and specified, the

County, or its Designated Representative, shall be notified in writing of

such conditions before they are disturbed. Upon noticing such conditions

the Contractor will submit, and the County, will reasonably consider, a

Change Order in accordance with the provisions of Article VI.

5.8 INSURANCE:

A. The Contractor shall not commence Work under its Contract until it has

obtained all the insurance required hereunder and certificates of such

insurance have been filed with and approved by the Harris County, or

through its Designated Representative. Acceptance of the insurance

certificates shall not relieve or decrease the liability of the Contractor.

1. The furnishing of the below listed insurance coverage, is one of the

Contractor’s initial requirements and certain coverage must be in

place prior to submitting a response to the RFP and certain coverages

must be in place prior to receiving a Notice to Proceed.

B. Unless otherwise specifically provided in the RFP and other Contract

Documents applicable to the Program, the Contractor shall provide and

maintain, until the Work covered in this Contract is completed and

accepted by the County, the minimum insurance coverage that follows,

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provided that the limits of liability may be met in part by the use of

umbrella or excess policies.

Type of Coverage Limits of Liability

1. Worker’s Compensation Statutory

2. Employer’s Liability

Bodily Injury by Accident

Bodily Injury by Disease

$300,000 Each Accident

$300,000 Each Employee

$300,000 Policy Limit

3. Comprehensive General Liability

Combined Bodily

Injury & Property Damage

$1,000,000 Aggregate

$1,000,000 Products/Completed Operations $1,000,000 Personal & Advertising

Liability

$1,000,000 Each Occurrence

$50,000 Fire Damage

$5,000 Medical Liability

4. Comprehensive Automobile Liability $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit

5. Owner’s Protective Liability Insurance Policy: The Contractor shall obtain at its expense an Owner’s Protection Liability Insurance

Policy naming the State of Texas, the Harris County and their respective employees as

named insured, with the following Limits:

Bodily Injury $1,000,000 Each Occurrence

$1,000,000 Each Aggregate

(a) The Contractor shall obtain at its expense, on an all risk of physical

loss basis, Builder’s Risk Insurance coverage including

workmanship acceptable to the County, in the amount of

insurance equal at all times to 100% of the insurable value of

materials delivered and labor performed. The policy so issued in

the name of the Contractor shall also name its Subcontractors and

the Homeowner as additional insured, as their respective interest

may appear. The policy shall have endorsements as follows:

“This insurance shall be specific as to coverage and not

considered as contributing insurance with any permanent

insurance maintained on the present premises.”

(b) For Renovation Projects and/or Work: the Homeowner waives

subrogation for damage by fire to existing building structure(s), if

building structure(s) is in care, custody or control of Contractor, and

Builder’s Risk Policy shall be endorsed to include coverage for

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existing building structure(s).

C. Each required insurance policy shall expressly provide that it may not be

canceled for any reason without 30 days written notice to the County.

D. The above insurance requirements are not intended to be compounded

with the Contractor’s standing insurance policies. If the Contractor already

has in force insurance policies which provide the required coverage, there

is no need to purchase duplicate coverage for this project.

E. If requested by the County, the Contractor shall furnish to the County a

complete copy of each insurance policy (i.e., insuring agreements,

conditions, exclusions, declarations and endorsements) pertaining to the

Work. Subsequent revisions to such policies shall be furnished promptly

to the County.

F. In the event of any loss, the County shall act as Trustee for all parties

concerned, as their interests may appear.

G. The immunity of the County and its Designated Representative may not

be asserted as a defense by any insurance carrier.

H. All coverage shall be maintained until Certification of Final Payment

regardless of the Homeowner’s continued, partial or early occupancy of the

Work.

5.9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND PROGRAMS:

A. It shall be the duty and responsibility of the Contractor and all of its

subcontractors to be familiar and comply with all requirements of Public

Law 91- 596, 29 U.S.C. Sec. 651 et seq., the Occupational Safety and

Health Act of 1970, (OSHA) and all amendments thereto, and to enforce

and comply with all of the provisions of this Act.

B In any emergency affecting the safety of persons or property, the

Contractor shall act, at its discretion, to prevent threatened damage, injury

or loss. Any additional compensation or extension of time claimed by the

Contractor resulting from emergency Work shall be considered in

accordance with Article VI for Contract Change Orders.

5.10 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP: All Work shall be executed in

accordance with the Contract Documents, complete in all parts and in accordance

with approved practices and customs, and of acceptable finish and workmanship.

Unless otherwise specified, all materials and equipment incorporated in the

Work under the Contract shall be new.

5.11 TESTS: If the Contract Documents, laws, ordinances, rules, regulations or orders of

any public authority having jurisdiction require any Work to be inspected, tested

or approved, the Contractor shall give the County, timely notice of its readiness

and of the date arranged so the County and/or Designated Representative may

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observe such inspection, testing or approval. In addition, the County, may require

special inspection, testing or approval of material or Work for compliance with

the requirements of the Contract Documents. Upon direction of the County, the

Contractor shall promptly arrange for such special testing, inspection or approval

procedure. Should the material or Work fail to comply with the requirements of

the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall bear all costs of the testing, inspection

or approval as well as the cost of replacement of unsatisfactory material or Work as

provided by Paragraph 5.12. The costs of routine testing shall be borne by the

Contractor, and the Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of materials tested.

When directed by the County, material compliance with the specifications shall be

made by one of the following:

A. Manufacturer’s certificate of compliance

B. Mill certificate

C. Testing Laboratory certification.

5.12 REMOVAL OF DEFECTIVE WORK: The County, o r its Designated

Representative, shall interpret the Contract requirements and shall be the final judge

of the acceptability of the Work under the Contract Documents. If any materials

furnished under the Contract are condemned by the County, and/or its Designated

Representative , the Contractor shall, after having received notice from the

County, or its Designated Representative , to that effect, proceed to remove from

the grounds or buildings all condemned materials, whether worked or not worked,

and to take down all portions of the Work which the County, or its Designated

Representative , shall by written notice condemn as unsound or improper or as

in any way failing to conform to the Specifications and/or Work Write-Ups, and

shall make good all Work damaged or destroyed thereby.

A. The Contractor shall, without charge, replace any material or correct any

workmanship found by the County, or its Designated Representative, not to

conform to the contract requirements, unless in the public interest the

County, a n d the Homeowner consents in writing to accept such material

or workmanship with an appropriate adjustment in the contract price. The

Contractor shall promptly correct all Work rejected by the County,

through its Designated Representative , as defective or as failing to

conform to the Contract Documents whether observed before or after the

date of Substantial Completion or final inspection and acceptance and

whether or not fabricated, installed or completed. The Contractor shall

bear all costs of correcting such rejected Work.

B. If the Contractor does not promptly replace rejected material or correct

rejected workmanship, the County, directly or through the Designated

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Representative , may, 1) contract or otherwise replace such material or

correct such workmanship and charge the cost thereof to Contractor, or

2) terminate the Contractor’s employment in accordance with paragraph

4.4, Contract Termination.

C. If any portion of the Work is concealed by subsequent work contrary to

the instructions of the County or the Designated Representative or to the

requirements specifically expressed in the Contract Documents, it must be

uncovered for observation and recovered at the Contractor’s expense.

D. If any other portion of the Work has been covered which the County or

Designated Representative has not specifically requested to observe prior

to being covered, either may request to see such Work and it shall be

uncovered by the Contractor. If such Work is found not to be in

accordance with the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall pay such

costs.

5.13 ROYALTIES AND PATENTS: The Contractor shall pay all royalties and license

fees, and defend all suits or claims for infringement of any patent rights and shall

hold the County, the Designated Representative and Homeowner harmless from

loss on account thereof, except that the County shall be responsible for all such

royalties and license fees and loss when a particular design or process, or the

product of particular manufacturer or manufacturers are specified; provided,

however, if the Contractor has reason to believe the design, process or product

specified constitutes an infringement or a patent, it shall be responsible for such

royalties, license fees and loss unless it promptly gives such information to the

County.

5.14 EQUAL MATERIALS: It is not the intent of this Performance Manual to limit

materials to the product of any particular manufacturer. Where definite materials,

equipment and/or fixtures have been specified by name, manufacturer or catalog

number, it has been done so as to set a definite standard and a reference for

comparison as to quality, application, physical conformity, and other

characteristics. It is not the intention to discriminate against or prevent any dealer,

jobber or manufacturer from furnishing materials, equipment, and/or fixtures

which meet or exceed the characteristics of the specified items. Substitution of

materials shall not be made without prior written approval from the County, or

through the Designated Representative.

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for any additional costs or delays

resulting from having furnished materials, equipment or fixture other than

those specified, and shall reimburse the County for any increased design

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or administrative costs resulting from such substitutions.

B. Samples are physical examples furnished by the Contractor to illustrate

materials, equipment or workmanship, and to assist in the establishment of

standards by which the Work will be judged.

5.15 SHOP DRAWINGS AND SAMPLES:

A. Shop Drawings are drawings, diagrams, illustrations, schedules,

performance charts, brochures and other data which are prepared by the

Contractor or any Subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier or distributor,

and which illustrate some portion of the Work.

B. Samples are physical examples furnished by the Contractor to illustrate

materials, equipment or workmanship, and to assist in the establishment

of standards by which the Work will be judged.

C. Upon written request by the County, the Contractor shall submit Three (3)

copies, with reasonable promptness and in orderly sequence, all Shop

Drawings and Samples required by the Contract Documents, or

subsequently by the County as covered by modifications. The Contractor

shall review them for compliance with Contract Documents and shall certify

that it has done so by stamp, or otherwise, affixed to each copy thereof.

Submittal data presented without such certification will be returned without

review or other comment, and any delay resulting there from will be the

Contractor’s responsibility.

1. Upon written request by the County, the Contractor shall within seven (7)

calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed, submit to the County,

or through the Designated Representative , Three (3) copies of a schedule,

listing all items that shall be furnished, for review and approval by the

County. The schedule shall also list all items that are to be reviewed and

approved by the Contractor.

(a) Such schedules shall include, among other things, shop drawings,

manufacturer’s literature, certificates of compliance, materials samples,

materials colors, guarantees, etc.

(b) The schedules shall indicate the type of item, contract requirements, and

the Contractor’s scheduled dates for submitting the above and like items

and the projected need dates for approval by the County and the projected

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or actual dates for procurement. The Contractor will revise and/or update

this schedule as appropriate, and submit same with each payment estimate.

(c) The submittal schedule shall be coordinated with progress schedule for all

the Work. The Contractor shall revise and/or update the schedule monthly

to insure consistency with the progress schedule. Such revised submittal

schedules shall be provided to the County in two (2) copies.

D. Shop Drawings and Samples submitted pursuant to this paragraph shall be

properly identified, as specified or as the County or Designated

Representative may require. At the time of submission, the Contractor

shall inform the County in writing of any deviation in the Shop Drawings

or Samples from the requirements of the Contract Documents.

E. By submitting Shop Drawings and Samples, the Contractor thereby

represents that it has determined and verified all field measurements, field

construction criteria, materials, catalog numbers and similar data, or will

do so in accordance with the requirements of the Work and the Contract

Documents.

F. If required, the County, or its Designated Representative, will review and

approve the Shop Drawings and Samples within fourteen (14) calendar

days or less, but only for conformance with the design concept of the Project

and with the information given in the Contract Documents. The approval

of a separate item shall not indicate approval of an assembly in which

the item functions. The approval of the Shop Drawings or Samples shall

not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for any deviation from the

requirements of the Contract Documents unless the Contractor has informed

the County, o r it’s Designated Representative, in writing of such deviation

at the time of submission and the County has not objected to the specific

deviation. The approval shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility

for errors or omissions in the Shop Drawings or Samples.

G. If required, the Contractor shall make any corrections required and shall

resubmit the required number of corrected copies of the Shop Drawings or

new Samples of materials until approved. The Contractor shall direct

specific attention in writing to any new revisions other than the corrections

requested on previous submission.

H. No Work requiring a Shop Drawing or Sample submission shall be

commenced until the submission has been approved. All such Work shall

be in accordance with approved Shop Drawings and Samples submissions

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and shall not be changed except after a revised submittal has been made and

approved.

5.15 CLEANING:

A. Each subcontractor shall be responsible for removing his own trash from

the work area and for the initial cleaning of his own Work when completed.

The Contractor will perform final cleaning, without cost to the

Subcontractors. Garbage collection shall be picked up daily.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for keeping the project free of garbage,

trash, vermin and rodent infestation as a result of garbage or construction

refuse at site. Contractor shall clear the site of trash daily and the interior

of the building at least weekly. When rapid accumulation occurs, more

frequent removals shall be required.

C. Contractor shall remove highly combustible trash such as paper and

cardboard daily. Removed debris shall be legally disposed of, and locations

for disposal shall be of the Contractor’s choice, within the above restriction.

No debris or material may be buried or burned at the site. Contractor shall

take all necessary precautions to prevent accidental burning of materials by

avoiding large accumulations of combustible material. The Work shall

be turned over to the Homeowner in immaculate condition. Cleaning

includes removal of smudges, marks, stains, fingerprints, soil, dirt, paint

spots, dust, lint, discolorations and other foreign materials.

ARTICLE VI: CONTRACT CHANGES.

6.1 CHANGE ORDERS:

After construction begins, circumstances may require a change in scope or cost from the

original contract. If unit prices were provided in the Bid, the unit prices shall govern for

additions to, or deductions from, the Contract. If materials or labor are required for which no

unit price was Bid, the price shall be that which is reached by agreement of the County and the

Contractor after definitive evidence is furnished by the Contractor that the price quoted is the

current prevailing price in the area.

Request for changes (“Change Order”) shall be submitted according to the process

outlined below. Harris County or the Designated Representative shall have up to seven (7)

calendar days from the date of receipt of written change order for review and approval.

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The Contract Sum and the Contract Time may be changed only by Change Order.

Change Orders shall not exceed 25% of the original price of the contract. No extra costs will be

paid to the Contractor when he has neglected to properly evaluate the extent of the rehabilitation

work. No extra work shall be paid for without an approved Change Order.

If additional time is required by reason of the Change, the number of days for completion

provided for in this Contract shall be adjusted at the time the Change Order is entered into, and if

no adjustment is made on the Change Order form, any additional time shall be considered

waived by the Contractor. Any extension of time given shall not release the Contractor or the

Surety from their Performance and Payment Bonds or from all obligations hereunder, which

shall remain in full force until the discharge of the Contract.

If the Contractor discovers or determines that a Change Order may be necessary, the

following process shall be followed:

Step 1. Contractor notifies The County or Designated Representative’s Field Supervisor of

a potential Change Order need. The County will designate a person to be the

Field Supervisor and provide that person’s name and contact information in the

Housing Construction Contract or in conjunction with distributing the notice to

proceed.

Step 2. Field Supervisor may meet with Contractor in person regarding Change Order.

Contractor must provide appropriate back-up to the Change Order which includes

quantities and unit pricing as well as quotes from subcontractors if appropriate.

Step 3. If research is necessary to determine the validity or accuracy of pricing or the

necessity of the Change Order, the Field Supervisor can solicit assistance from

others.

Step 4. If Field Supervisor agrees change is required, the Field Supervisor will have the

Contractor and the Homeowner sign the Change Order Request Form General

Land Office (GLO Form 11.09) including identifying the work category.

Step 5. The Change Order is forwarded to the financial team to review funding

requirements for the work being requested. The County’s financial team will

enter the Change Order in CaseWorthy.

Step 6. If the Change Order requires additional escrow funds The County Manager is

notified to meet with the Owner to get agreement on additional funding or drop the

Change Order Request and the Owner shall execute any necessary amendments

to the Note to reflect this change.

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Step 7. If the Homeowner agrees to additional escrow funds, the funds will be deposited

with Harris County.

Step 8. Upon notification that funding is available, and if the requested Change Order

and the sum of all previously accepted Change Orders, if any, is less than 25%

of the Contract price, then the County, may accept the Change Order and notify

the Contractor to proceed with the changed work as outlined in the Change

Order. The Change Order is effective upon obtaining all required signatures.

ARTICLE VII: INSPECTIONS AND PROGRESS PAYMENTS

7.1 INSPECTIONS: The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating all

inspections required by the Contract Documents, including inspections by the local

regulatory agencies, the County, the Designated Representative and/or

Homeowner. The County, or the Designated Representative , will complete up to

six (6) inspections for each housing unit, or Project, such that the Designated

Representative may certify to the County the satisfactory completion of designated

portions of the Work, as follows:

1st INSPECTION: Foundation Repair/Demolition and Debris Removal.

Inspection will cover a) for Reconstruction: removal of the old foundation (if

necessary) and construction of the new foundation, with elevation where required,

and all related debris removal; or, b) for Rehabilitation: full repair of existing

foundation, and demolition/removal of damaged components, with new work areas

exposed for full rehabilitation. Work includes elevation component where

necessary.

2nd

INSPECTION: Weather-tight, Roof on, Exterior Sheathed. Inspection will

require for both Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Projects that roofing be

complete, structural framing be complete, and all exterior doors, exterior windows

and exterior “skin” be completely installed.

3rd

INSPECTION: Rough-in-Repairs. Inspection will require for both

Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Projects that framing, rough wiring, rough

plumbing, and rough mechanical and rough electrical work are complete.

4th INSPECTION: Insulation Inspection. After rough inspection are complete

and prior to cover-ups, insulation inspection shall be conducted.

5th

INSPECTION: Finishes Completed, Systems Operating. Inspection will require

for both Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Projects the complete repair and

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installation of all finished systems, including water heater, HVAC, lighting and

plumbing.

6th FINAL INSPECTION: Inspection will occur prior to occupancy and require

full and final completion of all Work on the Project, including all punch-list items

and documentation.

In simple rehabilitations where there is no foundation repairs or outside roofing or siding

work, inspections 1 and 2 may be deleted. For projects that are primarily elevation with

little inside rehabilitation work inspection 2 may be deleted. The Contractor shall also

notify The County or the Designated Representative when the program inspections are to

take place. There will be no additional cost for delays in work or time extensions granted

for obtaining any required inspections. The Homeowner is also required to approved and

sign-off on any required inspections performed by the Designated Representative.

The inspections listed above are conducted by the Designated Representative at completion

of work elements to document completion of work and document completion of code

inspections conducted by the City during the work. If required code inspections have not

been conducted the work will not be considered complete and no payment if a specific

pay point will be approved. The Contractor is solely responsible for scheduling code

inspections as well as requesting inspections of the work as listed above and noted in

below.

7.2 SCHEDULE OF VALUES AND PROGRESS PAYMENTS: Contractor shall be

entitled to receive payment for Work completed and approved by The County or

the Designated Representative on each Project.

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

A. Submit a Schedule of Values allocated to the various portions of the work,

within 10 days after the Contract is awarded.

B. Support the values with data which will substantiate their correctness. The

breakdown of costs from GLO form 11.17 will be the basis for the

schedule of values. Each scheduled value will be supported by a breakdown

of the individual values from applicable items in GLO Form 11.17.

C. The accepted Schedule of Values shall be used only as the basis for the

Contractor’s Applications for Payment.

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FORM AND CONTENT OF SCHEDULE OF VALUES:

A. Schedule shall list the installed value of the component parts of the work

in sufficient detail to serve as a basis for computing values for progress

payments during construction.

B. Identify each line item with the number and title of the respective Section

from Form 11.17.

C. For the various portions of the work:

1. Each item shall include a directly proportional amount of the

Contractor's overhead and profit.

D. The sum of all values listed in the schedule shall equal the total Contract

Sum.

Each of these interim progress payments will be reduced by a retainage of 5% of the

value of the payment, which retainage will be held until Final Payment on each Project is

released within 30 days after Final Inspection, unless warranty items are pending, then

release will be after the warranty work is complete.

In accordance with the Performance Manual (Division I, Article 7), the Contractor will

receive payment for the lump sum rehabilitation or reconstruction at pay points (PP)

shown in the table below. Inspections (I) will be made at points indicated in table below.

Inspection/Pay Point

Category

1 2 3 4 5

Inspection Primarily

Elevation

Rehabilitation

w/Elevation

Rehabilitation <$50,000

Rehabilitation >$50,000

Reconstruction

Foundation (incl

rough-in utilities if

required)

PP/I I

Structure (dry-in) PP/I PP/I PP/I

Rough-in

(consolidated)

I I

Insulation Inspection I I I I I

Finished systems and

work

PP/I PP/I PP/I PP/I PP/I

Final PP/I PP/I PP/I PP/I PP/I

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The Contractor will provide in a Schedule of Values as specified for each home, with a

value of work for each of the three pay points in Inspection and Pay Point Category 1, 2

and 4. The Contractor will provide in a Schedule of Values as specified for each home,

with a value of work for each of the two pay points in Inspection and Pay Point Category

1. The Pay Point value for the Final inspection point shall not be less than 10 percent of

the total value of the work for each individual home. The total of all pay point values will

equal the total price quoted for each individual home to be rehabilitated. The Schedule of

Values will be submitted to The County or Designated Representative for review and

acceptance.

The inspections listed on the table above are Designated Representative inspections to

document completion of work for payment and will be applicable to Harris County

jurisdictions where code inspections will be conducted by the local jurisdiction.

In those jurisdictions where no local code inspectors are present to conduct code

inspections, The County or the Designated Representative inspectors will visit the

homes for both documenting completion of work and to document the work was

completed according to applicable codes. The Contractor is responsible for scheduling

both types of visits. The Foundation, Structure, Rough-in, Insulation, and Final Inspection

points in the project will require code inspections and the Contractor must contact The

County or the Designated Representative for those inspections.

7.3 NOTIFICATION AND REQUEST FOR FINAL INSPECTION: When the Work

is completed on a particular Project, the Contractor shall notify the County, o r

the Designated Representative, in writing that the Work will be ready for final

inspection on a definite date. Upon verification by the County, or its Designated

Representative , that the Work is ready for final inspection and acceptance, The

County or the Designated Representative will make a final inspection and, if the

Work is found acceptable under the Contract Documents and the work is fully

performed as to the inspected Project, authorize final payment on the Project by the

County to the Contractor pursuant to the Contract Documents.

7.4 RETAINAGE: Final payment on a Project shall include the remaining 5% of the

Contract Price attributable to that Project plus retainages withheld on partial

payments. It is expressly agreed and understood that the Final Payment of the

Contract Price on a Project shall be retained for a period not less than thirty (30)

days following acceptance and completion of all work.

7.5 FINAL PAYMENT DOCUMENTATION: Final payment on a Project shall not

be due and will not be made until after the Final Inspection is completed and a

Certificate of Completion is issued to the County and the Homeowner. Neither the

final payment nor the remaining retained percentage shall become due until the

Contractor submits to the County for transmittal to the Homeowner (1) executed

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releases of liens or claims for liens by the Contractor, subcontractor or laborers;

(2) an affidavit that all payrolls, bills for materials and equipment, and other

indebtedness connected with the Work for which the Homeowner or its property

might in any way be responsible, have been paid or otherwise satisfied; (3) consent

of Surety, if any, to the final payment or satisfaction of all such obligations arising

out of the Contract and (4) all close-out documents as required by the Project Close-

out Checklist. If any Subcontractor refuses to furnish a release or waiver required

by the County, the Contractor may furnish a bond satisfactory to the County to

indemnify the County and Homeowner against any such claim.

7.6 FINAL PAYMENT: The making of final payment on a Project shall constitute a

waiver of all claims by the County and the Homeowner by reason of defects in

materials and workmanship, except those arising from: (1) faulty or defective Work

appearing after Substantial Completion; (2) failure of the Work to comply with the

requirements of the Contract Documents; or (3) terms of any special warranties

required by the Contract Documents including warranties and guarantees pursuant

to Article IX herein. Acceptance of final payment on a Project shall constitute a

waiver of all claims by the Contractor.

HOMEOWNER APPROVAL. In instances where the approval of Homeowner is required for payment, it is

expressly agreed by Contractor that the County shall accept the signature of the Homeowner as

identified on the Homeowner/Contractor Agreement as the only signature(s) required on behalf of

the property owners for the approval of Work done to the date of such payment. Upon death or

incapacity of the above designated party, the County may accept the signature of any remaining

property owners for approval and acceptance of payment to the Contractor. The COUNTY shall

have the right to mediate any disputes that might arise between OWNER and CONTRACTOR, and

is hereby authorized to take any action necessary to fulfill Contract and Contract Documents. This

includes the COUNTY’s right to accept and approved work performed when the COUNTY has

determined the OWNER is unreasonably refusing to accept and approve the work.

7.7 WITHHOLDING OF PAYMENT. The County may withhold or, on account of

subsequently discovered evidence, nullify that part of any Certificate of Completion to

such extent as may be necessary to protect and compensate the County or Homeowner

from loss on account of:

A. Defective Work not remedied.

B. Damage to Work of another Contractor.

C. Failure to maintain scheduled progress.

D. Receipt of written notice or of reasonable evidence by the County of unpaid

bills.

E. Persistent failure to carry out the Work in accordance with the Contract

Documents.

F. Reasonable evidence that the Work will not be completed within the

Contract Time.

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G. Reasonable evidence that the Work cannot be completed for the remainder

of the Contract Sum.

7.8 OWNERSHIP OF WORK. All material and Work covered by partial payments

made on a Project shall thereupon become the sole property of the Homeowner,

but this provision shall not be construed as relieving the Contractor from the sole

responsibility for the care and protection of materials and Work upon which payments

have been made or the restoration of any damaged Work, or as a waiver of the right

of the County to require the fulfillment of all of the terms of the Contract.

7.9 LIMITATION OF PROGRESS PAYMENTS. If progress payments are made to

Contractor as the Work progresses on multiple Projects, the total of all such

progress payments shall not exceed 90% of the total value of the total Work

due under the Contract. Progress payments to the Contractor shall not be

construed to release the Contractor (or its surety) from any obligations

ARTICLE VIII: CONTRACTOR COMPLETION TIME

8.1 NOTICE TO PROCEED: The Contract Time will begin on the date designated in

the Notice to Proceed issued by the County, for each Project. The Contractor is

required to complete the Work in the time that is stated in the Contract Documents,

or any mutually approved written extensions thereof, in which case the time for

completion of the Work will be extended by an equivalent amount of time.

8.2 WORK PROGRESS SCHEDULE: Within five (5) days after receipt of a Notice to

Proceed, the Contractor shall submit in duplicate to the County, for approval an

estimated progress schedule for the Work in relation to teach Project. This

schedule shall indicate the dates for the starting and completion of the various

classifications of construction.

8.3 DELAYS AND EXTENSION OF TIME:

A. The Contractor may be granted an extension of time because of changes

ordered in the Contract or because of strikes, lockout, fire, unusual

delay in transportation, unavoidable casualties, inclement weather in

excess of normal weather conditions, or any cause beyond the

Contractor’s control, provided that such an extension of time is

justifiable and that such cause of delay prevented the execution of major

critical items of Work as a result of which the final completion of the

Work was delayed. The County will extend the time subject to the

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following provisions of this paragraph 8.3.

B. Claims for extensions of time must be made in writing within five (5)

calendar days after the occurrence of the delay or hindrance to the Work.

All time extension claims shall be supported by sufficient written

evidence to justify the claim. In the case of a continuing cause of delay,

only one claim is necessary. Claims for extensions of time shall be stated

in numbers of whole or half calendar days.

1. The County, shall ascertain the facts and the extent of the delay and

extend time for completing the Work when in the representative’s

judgment the findings justify such an extension of contract time. The

findings of the County is final and conclusive on both parties, subject

to the dispute resolution procedure provided in paragraph 5.3.

C. NO DAMAGES FOR DELAY: The Contractor shall have no claim for

monetary compensation or damages for delay or hindrances to the Work

from any cause including without limitation any act or omission of the

Homeowner, the County or the Designated Representative. The

Contractor’s only claim for any such delay or hindrance shall be for an

extension of time as provided in this paragraph 8.3.

D. No extension of time shall release the Contractor (or the Surety furnishing

a performance or payment bond) from any obligations under the contract or

such a bond. Those obligations shall remain in full force until the discharge

of the Contract.

8.4 COMPLETION OF WORK: The Contractor will be held to account for the Work

being completed in the time that is stated in the Contract Documents, or any

extension thereof.

A. If, in the judgment of the County or the Designated Representative, the Work

is behind schedule and the rate of placement Work is inadequate to regain

scheduled progress so as to insure timely completion of the entire Work

or a separable portion thereof, the Contractor, when so informed by the

County or Designated Representative, shall immediately take action to

increase the rate of Work placement. This increase shall be accomplished

by any one or a combination of the following or other suitable measures:

1. An increase in working forces.

2. An increase in equipment or tools.

3. An increase in hours of Work or number of shifts.

4. Expedite delivery of materials.

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B. The Contractor shall, within five (5) calendar days after being so informed,

notify the County, of the specific measures taken and/or planned to

increase the rate of progress together with an estimate as to when

scheduled progress will be regained. Should the plan of action be deemed

inadequate by the County or Designated Representative , the Contractor will

take additional steps or make adjustments as necessary to the plan of action

until it meets with the County’s and Designated Representative ’s approval.

The increased rate of Work will continue until scheduled progress is

regained. Scheduled progress will be established from the latest revised

progress schedule for the job. Timely completion will be understood to be

the contract completion date as revised by all time extensions granted at

the time acceleration is undertaken. The Contractor shall not be entitled

to additional compensation for the additional effort it applies to the Work

under the terms of this subparagraph.

8.5 FAILURE TO COMPLETE WORK ON TIME: The time set forth in the Contract

Documents for the completion of Work is an essential element of the Contract.

Contractor’s failure to complete the Work within such time will cause damage

to the Owner.

A. Time is of the essence and if the Contractor shall fail in the full performance

of the entire Work or in the performance of Work on a Project within the

specified time limit, Contractor shall pay the County $250.00 per day

of delay on each Project and/or the Work until the Work is completed,

and such funds shall be credited against any money owed Contractor by

the County on a Project under the Program. Said sum shall represent

damages which may have been sustained due to Contractor’s default.

However, the Contractor shall not be charged with penalties for any delays

due to (i) acts of the government restricting labor, equipment, or materials

by reason of national emergency; (ii) causes beyond the control and

without the fault or negligence of the Contractor including but not restricted

to the following: Acts of God; fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine

restrictions; strikes; freight embargoes; and adverse weather conditions

affecting the Work to be performed.

The cause and extent of delays shall be evaluated and if delays are found

to be properly excusable, extension of time for project completion will

be adjusted to commensurate with the period of the excusable delays.

It is the responsibility of the Contractor to notify the County, of any such

delays within five (5) days.

B. The time specified for completion in the Contract Documents shall cover

final cleanup of the premises and completion of punch list deficiencies.

C. For each consecutive calendar day after the expiration of the Contract

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Time that any Work, including the correction of deficiencies found during

the final inspection, is not completed and accepted, the amount per day as

stipulated in the Contract will be deducted from the money due or to

become due the Contractor.

8.6 Performance Incentives

ARTICLE IX: CONTRACT WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE

9.1 ONE YEAR WARRANTY: Except as otherwise specified, the Contractor warrants

and guarantees all Work against defects in materials, equipment or Workmanship or

one (1) year from the date of substantial completion of the entire project or

designated portions thereof. However, some portions of the Work may have longer

warranty periods and the circumstances and period will be listed.

General Contractors are held directly responsible for all work done by sub-

contractors. Prior to final payment, Contractors shall provide a written guarantee

directly to the homeowner warranting all work included in the contract for a

period of ONE (1) year after final completion and acceptance of his work;

manufacturers’ warranties shall also be provided to homeowner by contractor.

9.2 Should the CONTRACTOR fail to perform any warranty work as determined by the

COUNTY within the one (1) year period for major rehabilitation (repairs) or one (1)

year for the entire home, two (2) years for mechanical, electrical and plumbing

components and ten (10) years on structural components set forth herein, then the

COUNTY at its sole discretion shall take legal action to recapture funds from the

contractor and use such funds to pay another contractor of its choice to repair such

warranty items.

9.3 CORRECTION OF DEFECTS: Upon receipt of written notice from the County or

Homeowner of the discovery of any defects, the Contractor shall remedy the defects

and replace any property damaged there from occurring within the warranty and

guarantee period. If the Contractor, after notice, fails to proceed promptly and

remedy such defects within 30 days or within any other period of time which has

been agreed to in writing, or to comply with the terms of the warranty and guarantees,

the County and or the Homeowner may have the defects corrected and the

Contractor (and its Surety) shall be liable for all expenses incurred.

ARTICLE X: OPERATION AND STORAGE AREAS

10.1 The Contractor will operate and maintain operations areas and associated storage

areas at the site of the Work in accordance with the following:

A. All Contractor operations, including storage of materials and employee

parking upon the site of Work, shall be confined or as designated by the

County, in conjunction with the Homeowner approval.

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B. The Contractor will use only established roadways or construct and use

such temporary roadways as may be authorized by the County, The use

and/or construction of temporary access routes on the sites shall be

determined by the County, in collaboration with the Homeowner. Load

limits of vehicles shall not exceed the limits prescribed by appropriate

regulations or law. The Contractor will provide protection to road surfaces,

curbs, sidewalks, trees, shrubbery, sprinkler systems, drainage structures,

and other similar existing improvements to prevent damage, and any

damage thereto shall be required by and at the expense of the Contractor.

10.2 The County, may restrict the Contractor’s entry to the site to specifically assigned

entrances and routes.

10.3 The Contractor shall at all times keep construction areas, including storage areas

used by it, free from the accumulation of water, waste materials or rubbish during

performance of the Work. During the period of construction, and no less frequently

than once a week, the Contractor shall remove from the site any and all waste

materials, rubbish and trash, and shall dispose of such waste materials, rubbish and

trash off the property. Prior to the Contractor’s requested date for a pre-final

inspection, the Contractor shall remove any and all remaining equipment from the

site and shall leave the premises in a clean, neat and workmanlike condition

satisfactory to the Homeowner and the County.

SUPPLEMENTAL CONDITIONS HISTORIC REHABILITATION

ARTICLE XI: HISTORIC REHABILITATION

11.1 Houses designated as Historical and located within Harris County, or designated by the

Harris County Historical Commission, or in the National Historic Districts, or in a National

Conservation District will be required to be repaired or rehabilitated within the standards

of the governing preservation organizations.

11.2 Houses requiring Historic Rehabilitation will be designated as such in the Work Order for

each property.

11.3 Historic rehabilitation is the repair or replacement of exterior building system utilizing

like materials and maintaining existing forms in a way that preserves the visual

appearance of the existing building.

11.4 Historic Rehabilitation only pertains to the exterior of the building.

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11.5 The following building elements and materials must conform to the requirements of

Historic Rehabilitation:

A. Roofing

B. Siding

C. Exterior Doors

D. Windows

E. Shutters

F. Architectural Details

G. Porches

H. ADA Compliant Lifts and Ramps

11.6 All exterior exposed wood is to be painted.

ARTICLE XII DEFINITIONS

12.1 Whenever the following terms are used in these Supplemental Conditions or in the other

Contract Documents the intent and meaning shall be interpreted as follows:

A. DESIGN STANDARDS: The design standards are based on the Secretary of the

Interior’s Standards for the Rehabilitation established by the National Park Service.

See Appendix A, Historical Standards and Guidelines.

B. HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER (HPO): This Officer works with the

Landmark Commission in the administration and review of projects within the

historic districts. The HPO can review and approve projects within the Local

Historic District and Local Landmark properties.

C. NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION DISTRICT: This is a district which falls

into the same requirements as a local historic district. San Jacinto is a

Neighborhood Conservation District.

D. REHABILITATION: The act of upgrading, repairing and adding sensitive

additions while preserving the character defining elements of the historic building.

E. REPAIR: Repair is the patching, piecing-in, splicing, consolidating or otherwise

reinforcing. Repair may also include replacement in kind of extensively

deteriorated or missing parts with the same material.

F. REPLACE IN KIND: When a form or detail is too deteriorated to be repaired, the

item is to be replaced using the same material with the same form or detail of the

original.

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G. STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICES (SHPO’S): This office is the

Texas Historical Commission (THC) in Texas.

ARTICLE XIII: BUILDING ELEMENTS

13.1 Roofing

A. If damage to roof is less than 25% the existing roof is to be repaired, except for

Asbestos Shingle roofs.

1. Slate Roof: Slate Roofs are to be repaired with matching slate roofing in

size and gauge of existing material utilizing a copper tab or hook repair

method.

2. Asphalt Shingles: Asphalt shingles are to be repaired with matching

roofing material in size, color and tab configuration.

3. Asbestos Shingle Roofs: Asbestos Shingle roofs are not to be repaired.

Abatement of all of the roofing material in conformance with EPA and

state guidelines for abatement and disposal is to occur. Inspection of

roofing felt and substrate are to occur. If substrate is satisfactory replace

roofing felt as per specifications and install Architectural Tab Shingle

Roof. Reference specifications for installation. If substrate is not

satisfactory install substrate as designated in specifications and proceed

with installation of felt and building material.

4. Architectural Tab Shingles: Architectural tab shingles are repaired with

matching roofing material in size, color and tab configuration. Refer to

specifications for installation.

5. Metal Shingle Roof: Metal Shingle roofs are to be repaired with metal

shingles in shape and size as similar to existing, as possible. The

following are two approved sources: Berridge Classic or Victorian

Shingles in Galvalume finish (www.berridge.com) or W.F. Norman

Corporation Victorian Metal Shingles in Galvanized finish

(wfnorman.com), other manufacturers will be considered.

B. If the roof is a total replacement then Architectural Tab Shingle roof is to be

provided. Reference specifications for proper removal and disposal of existing

roof, inspection of existing substrate and installation of roofing felt and

architectural tab shingle roof assembly.

13.2 Siding

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A. If siding damage is less than 25% of the total surface and Lead Paint Abatement

does not prevents repairs then the siding may be repaired then the following applies:

1. Vinyl Siding: If vinyl siding exists then the vinyl siding is to be repaired

with like material in size profile and color. Painting of entire wall surface

of siding may be required to match existing and is included in work.

Refer to specifications for installation requirements. THIS IS THE ONLY

CONDITION WHERE VINYL SIDING IS ALLOWED IN A HISTORIC

DISTRICT OR ON A HISTORIC LANDMARK.

2. Wood Siding: Wood siding is to be replaced in kind with like material

in size and profile. Refer to specification for installation requirements.

3. Cement Siding: If cement siding is existing then the siding is to repaired

with like material in size and profile and color. CEMENT SIDING IS

NOT ALLOWED IN THE PATCHING OR REPAIR OF EXISTING

WOOD SIDING.

B. If siding is more than 25% damaged and or Lead Paint Abatement requires the

removal of siding then the following applies:

1. Vinyl Siding: Vinyl Siding is to be removed. The substrate is to be

examined. If wood siding is present it is to be refurbished and repaired.

If wood siding is not repairable, wood siding is to be installed, refer to

specifications. The size and profile is to match the existing. Trim profiles

are to match existing.

2. Wood Siding: Existing siding is to be removed. New wood siding is to

be replaced in kind, refer to specifications. The size and profile is to

match the existing. Trim profiles are to match existing.

3. Fiber Cement Siding: When siding is being replaced, fiber cement siding

can be used as a replacement material.

4. Wood Composite Siding: approved wood composite siding may be used,

refer to specifications.

13.3 Exterior Doors

A. Maintain Size and shape of original door openings.

B. Where possible, repair existing wood doors.

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C. Replacement Doors should be wood and match as close as possible the original

at all publicly visible façades.

D. DOORS WITH FAN OR OVAL LITES ARE NOT ALLOWED.

E. METAL DOORS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON ANY PUBLICLY VISIBLE

FACADE.

F. Paneled wood door replacements are allowed.

G. A historic door from another non-publicly visible façade location may be used.

H. Existing transoms and side lights must be maintained and repaired if required.

13.4 Windows

A. Maintain size and shape of existing window openings.

B. Repair existing wood frame windows and sashes at all publicly visible facades.

C. If repair of wood windows at publicly visible facades is not possible, provide

wood window in profile as close as possible to match existing removed windows.

D. Replace vinyl or aluminum windows located in visible facades with wood

windows. (Most historic windows are double hung sash.)

E. Windows are to have true divided light panels and panel configurations

are to be verified prior to replacement.

F. Replacement windows at non-visible facades are to be vinyl windows with

approval by the City’s Preservation Officer. (Window replacement should be

done, when window repair is not feasible.).

G. TINTED GLASS IN WINDOWS IS NOT ALLOWED.

13.5 Shutters

A. Maintain existing shutters.

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B. Repair shutters when possible.

C. Replacement shutters must match existing shutters in size and scale.

D. Replacement shutters installed only for appearance must appear as if they are

operable.

E. Shutters must fit the size of the window opening.

F. Remove metal and vinyl storm shutters which are visible from street.

13.6 Architectural Details

A. Architectural details are typically found on the front façade and are commonly

made of wood. The following are all considered architectural details: fish scale

pattern shingles, spindles, brackets, handrails, balustrade, shutters, turned columns

and newel posts.

B. Repair architectural details where possible.

C. The replacements of architectural details are to be as close as possible to the

material, size and scale of the originals.

D. If a replacement of a missing or in appropriate architectural detail is required,

match detail of similar type on house of similar appearance as approved by HPO

or the Landmark Commission.

E. Inappropriate architectural details added at a later date are to be replaced with

appropriate details. Examples are inappropriate handrails, or metal decorative

trim and columns. Replacements of inappropriate details are included in the Work

Order.

F. DO NOT ADD ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS TO A HOUSE, WHERE NONE

EXISTED.

13.7 Porches

A. Original process and galleries are to be repaired in kind.

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B. If replacement of porch or gallery is necessary duplicate details and utilize same

materials. Retain as much of the original ornament as possible.

C. Material other than wood is acceptable only if it is documented that it was used

on the house originally.

13.8 ADA Compliant Lifts and Ramps

A. Ramps

1. The installation of ramps or lifts per the specifications must comply

with the Design Standards for Historic Properties.

2. Ramps shall be located at the side or rear of the house so as not to obscure

the view of the house from the street if possible.

3. Ramps are to be designed in such a way that the original house material

is not removed. The ramp construction and attachment to the house shall

be reversible.

4. Ramps of wood construction must be of a simple design configured to

match the original porch railings in materials, dimensions and detailing.

5. Ramps are to be painted to match color of porch rail or overall house paint

color.

B. Lifts

1. Lifts are to be located at the side or rear of the house so as not to obscure

the view of the house from the street if possible.

2. Lifts and the associated pad and landing are to be designed in such a way

that the original house material is not removed. The ramp construction and

3. Attachment to the house shall be reversible.

4. Associated landings required for lifts shall be of a matching design to

original house and be painted to match color of porch rails or overall

house paint color.

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SITE WORK / DEMOLITION/ CONCRETE

General Conditions govern this Section.

Part I: Scope

2.1. The site work includes all labor material and equipment required for site

excavation, grading, and soil preparation as shown on the drawings and/or

specified herein.

2.2. Excavation and grading the site to sub-grade of paved or unpaved areas as

shown on the drawings and/or specified herein.

2.3. Excavation for footings, retaining walls, slabs, walks, curbs, and other structures.

2.4. Excavation of trenches for the location of storm drains.

2.5. Installation of back-fill, base-course material, drain and catch basin.

2.6. Stripping, storage and re-use of topsoil.

2.7. Preparation of site to receive fill, topsoil or base course.

2.8. Relocation and reuse of acceptable excavated material.

2.9. Removal from the site of all debris and unsuitable material. Also included are:

A. Concrete flatwork slabs and walks

B. Bituminous flatwork driveways and walks

C. Waterproofing

D. Landscaping

E. Fencing - metal and wood

F. Railings.

Part 2: General Requirements

2.10. DEMOLITION CLEARING & GRUBBING

Demolition of items to be removed or replaced shall be done in a safe and orderly

DIVISION 2

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manner without damage to other portions of the property or adjacent properties.

Any resulting damage or loss shall be corrected at the expense of the contractor.

2.11 Hazardous Materials: Hazardous materials are present in buildings and

structures to be demolished. Reports on the presence of hazardous materials

are included in the Contract Documents and/or on file for review and use.

Examine reports to become aware of locations where hazardous materials are

present.

1. If materials, other than those identified in the reports referenced above,

suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not

disturb; immediately notify Harris County.

2. Lead-based paint risk assessments have been conducted on those homes

considered to be at risk for lead-based paint and the scopes produced in

the Work Write-Ups will include the items identified. Both the risk

assessments and Work Write-Ups are included in the Contract

Documents.

a. In circumstances where lead-based paint was detected, a mitigation plan has

been recommended and included as a proposal item under the contract.

b. The Contractor shall acknowledge that he is aware of and will maintain strict

compliance with all regulations, codes, standards, and ordinances governing

the performance of his work. Furthermore, the Contractor shall be

responsible for any failure to comply with applicable documents.

c. Applicable documents include but are not limited to the following:

1) OSHA Lead Regulations, Lead Exposure in Construction (CFR

Title 29, Part 1926.62).

2) OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1025, Lead, General Industry;

3) OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200, Hazard Communication;

4) OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, Respiratory Protection;

5) OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145, Specifications for Accident

Prevention Signs and Tags;

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6) OSHA 29 CFR 1926.59, Hazard Communication;

7) National Ambient Air Quality Standard for Lead (CFR Title 40,

Part 50, Appendix G).

8) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Hazardous Waste

Regulations (CFR Title 40, Parts 260 - 268).

9) US HUD, Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-

Based Paint Hazards in Housing@, June 1995;

10) Lead-Based Paint Hazard Elimination; Interim Rule Title 24, Part

35, 905, 941, 965, and 968 of the Code of Federal Regulations;

11) Texas Environmental Lead Reduction Rules, May 10, 1998;

12) All local ordinances, regulations, or rules pertaining to lead,

including its storage, transportation and disposal.

d. The particular Specifications are identified by appropriate prefix and number

only, with the latest revision being applicable. Where conflict among

requirements or with these specifications exists, the more strict or stringent

requirement or interpretation shall apply.

Excavation/Demolition/Debris Removal

2.11. Contractor shall remove and haul away the items described below:

A. Excavate, breakup, and remove all rock, wood, debris and dead vegetation at

location;

B. A fill shall be installed into the cleared area, and properly compacted and

graded;

C. Fill material shall be a select fill and placed properly on location and

compacted to avoid erosion

D. Color of fill shall blend with location

E. No clay or debris in fill will be accepted;

F. Final work will result in proper area drainage.

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Wood Frame Demolition

2.12. Contractor shall remove and haul away the structure described. Contractor shall be

responsible for the safe removal of all utilities (gas, water, sewer and electric). If

structure is attached to an existing structure that is not to be removed, utilities

shall be discontinued for the demolished section only. All parts and debris from the

demolition shall be removed from the site within 72 hours from commencement

of work unless otherwise written into the contract. Contractor should follow the

procedures outlined under excavation/demolition/debris/vegetation and tree/brush

removal.

CAUTION: WHEN DEMOLITION OCCURS TO ATTACHED STRUCTURES, CAUTION

SHALL BE TAKEN NOT TO DAMAGE THE STRUCTURE THAT IS TO REMAIN.

Vegetation & Tree/Brush Removal

2.13. Contractor shall remove the following vegetation from the site:

A. Remove all trees or vegetation extending to 10’ outside perimeter of the

foundation footprint

B. Any tree limbs shall be where they are not within 5’ of the building;

C. When necessary to bring a building site to a specific elevation or to fill-in

voids or irregularities, fill shall be installed into the cleared area, and

properly compacted and graded

D. Fill material shall be select fi l l and placed properly on location and

compacted to avoid erosion

E. Final work will result in proper area drainage.

Covered/French Drain System Drain

2.14. Contractor shall install an underground French Drain System. Excavate a trench to

achieve a minimum 1% slope throughout the pipe length; place gravel base in the

trench; install a densely perforated 4” Schedule 40 PVC pipe at location; place

an aggregate stone to fill trench with a slight mound on top. All pipe joints are

to be glued. Aggregate shall be large enough not to clog pipe perforations and

small enough not to be unsightly. Final work will result in a free flowing

underground drain. Drains shall be connected to an approved municipal drain

system, when required.

Earthwork

2.15 Excavations shall be properly shored and braced to assure against any danger to life

and/or property. Drainage to be provided by contractor as necessary.

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2.16 Only approved granular materials shall be used for backfill. It shall be brought to a

suitable elevation above finished grade and properly compacted in order to

prevent lateral displacements of soil.

2.17 Excavations for footings shall be in neat and accurately cut trenches. Contractor

is to backfill upon completion of foundation work. Footing excavations sha l l

be in a cco rdan ce w i th en ginee r ’ s d es i gn .

2.18 In no case shall the load per square foot, under any portion of any footing, due

to the combined dead load, live load, wind, and/or any other loads exceed the safe

bearing capacity of the soil upon which the footing rests.

2.19 Water shall not be permitted to accumulate in excavated or crawl space areas.

Drain by standard accepted method to a storm sewer or natural drainage area.

2.19.1 Enclosures below the base flood elevation:

All work shall be in accordance with the Regulations of Harris County Flood Plain Management

effective January 1, 2018.

A. All elevated structures shall have the exterior open areas provided with a lattice or

other approved materials.

Backfill

2.20 Contractor shall supply and install backfill material. Fill material shall be a local

loam and placed properly on location and compacted to avoid erosion. No debris

in fill will be accepted. Final work will result in proper area drainage.

Rock Driveway/Repair

2.21 Contractor shall make repairs to the rock driveway as follows:

A. Rock aggregate shall match existing as closely as possible; all holes and

rises shall be corrected. Aggregate shall remain within driveway

boundaries.

B. Aggregate shall not exceed 1/2” rock

C. Final work shall result in a hazard free driveway.

Existing Utilities

2.22 Locate existing underground utilities in areas of work. If utilities are to remain

in place, provide adequate means of protection during earthwork operations.

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Contractor shall contact “Call Before You Dig – 811” before any excavation work

begins.

2.23 Should uncharted, or incorrectly charted, piping or other utilities be encountered

during excavation, consult utility owner immediately for directions. Cooperate

with Owner and utility companies in keeping respective services and facilities

in operation. If contractor damages existing utility lines during the course and/or

scope of work, the contractor shall repair such utility lines at the contractors

own expense to the satisfaction of the utility company and HARRIS COUNTY.

Concrete Cold Weather Protection

2.24 At no time will more than 2% calcium chloride (not a l l owed wi th Pos t -

Tens ioned foundat ions ) be used in freezing weather to accelerate concrete

setting. No concrete shall be placed on frozen ground or when the temperature is

less than 32 degrees. Concrete may be placed when temperature is 32 degrees

or more, provided, however, that weather reports indicate a daily high of at least

40 degrees. After concrete has been finished, when temperatures are expected to

be below 32 degrees, a 12" cover of straw shall be spread evenly to preclude

freezing. All frozen or spalled concrete will be removed and replaced at

Contractor's expense. A controlled environment with an interior temperature of 32

degrees or greater is acceptable if the temperature will remain 32 degrees or greater

for five days thereafter.

General Requirements Concrete

2.25 For repair and replacement, materials shall be such to produce finish textures and

colors to closely match existing surfaces.

2.26 Bonding of repair work to existing concrete members is critical, and repair

work shall become an integral part of existing members.

Concrete Placement and Finishing

2.27 Place concrete in forms to the required thickness. After concrete has been placed

in forms, use a strike-off device to bring the surface to the proper section to be

compacted. Tamp and consolidate the concrete with a suitable wood or metal

tamping bar where repair and replacement of new concrete is adjacent to or is

a part of existing concrete, finish on new concrete shall match finish of existing

concrete.

Part 3: Products

2.28 Manufacturers Approved

2.29 Patching Materials

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A. Chem-Masters Corporation, Chagrin Falls, Ohio.

B. Protex Industries, Inc., Denver, Colorado.

C. Larsen Products Corporation, Rockville, Maryland.

D. Guardian Chemical Company, Atlanta, Georgia.

E. Pecora Chemical Corporation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

F. Products Research & Chemical Corporation, Gloucester City, New Jersey.

2.30 Bonding Agent for Concrete Repair

A. Chem-Masters Corporation "Polytops 40".

B. Protex Industries Inc. "Probond ET-150".

C. Larsen Products Corporation "Weld-Crete".

Joint Sealer

For repairing existing joint sealer, new joint sealer shall match existing new joint sealer:

Pecora Chemical Corporation NR-100 two part pourable polyurethane sealant, black color,

or equal.

Products Research & Chemical Corporation Rubber Caulk No. 230 three part polyurethane

sealant, black color, or equal.

Concrete

All concrete to be ready mixed. From any local producer.

Damp-proofing

Anti-Hydro Waterproofing Co.

Celotex Corp.

Chem-Master Corp.

Euclid Chemical Co.

Flintkote Co.

Grace & Co.

Karnak Chemical Corp.

Koppers Co., Inc.

Meadows, Inc.

Sika Chemical Corp.

Sonneborn/Contech

Weatherguard Products Corp.

Or approved equal.

Materials

Standards Back-

Fill Material

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Shall be free of debris and other detrimental material. Fill shall be compacted to a density that

will avoid damaging settlement. Fill shall be placed when ground is frost free and weather is

favorable.

Select fill is to be used as back fill for foundation, retaining walls, or compacted fill under

slabs, walls or driveways. Dirt excavated must be removed with new soil brought in its place.

Compacted with 6" lifts to 95% standard proctor density.

Backfill all areas with clean, dry soil free from wood, root matt, or other debris. Soil should be

carefully placed by a machine located perpendicular to the wall being backfilled. Care is to be

taken not to fracture the wall by having heavy equipment located too near to the structure.

Backfill is to be compacted to prevent excess settling. No backfill shall be placed until the

construction adjacent thereto, or the utility to be backfilled, has been inspected, tested and

approved. Use only earthen materials, free from perceptible amounts of debris, wood, or topsoil.

It shall be free of frost at the time of placement, and shall not contain marl or other elements

which tend to keep it in a plastic state. Rock of proportional size may be included in the backfill

when so distributed as to permit proper compaction without creating voids. Rock shall not be

placed closer than twelve (12) inches to a wall or utility.

Portland Cement

ASTM C150, Type I or III.

Aggregates

ASTH C33. Sand for patching shall conform to ASTM C144.

Water

Potable water.

Reinforcement

Reinforcement to be in accordance with engineers design.

Admixtures

ASTM C494, Type A (water reducing), Type B (retarding) or Type C (accelerating), as required.

Air Entraining Agent

ASTM C260. Use 3 to 5 percent air entraining agent in all concrete. No air entrained

cement permitted.

Forms

Clean, straight steel, lumber or moisture resistant plywood.

2.31 Liquid Compounds for Curing Concrete

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Exterior concrete flatwork: ASTM C309, Type L-D translucent with fugitive dye.

2.32 Fiber Expansion Joint Filler Strips

1/2 inch wide by full depth of concrete members, ASTM D1751.

Concrete Proportions

All concrete proportions shall be to engineer’s specifications.

Concrete to be placed within one (1) hour after water is introduced into mixer.

No reinforcing is to be closer than 2” to the top of the surface or 2” to the bottom.

Concrete will be deposited only when temperature is 40 degrees F or above.

Provide compact uniform concrete, free from gravel pockets, vibrate as necessary.

Fill forms completely.

Mix design shall be available for inspection.

2.33 Landscaping

2.34 Guarantee Period

All nursery stock shall be guaranteed for a period of one year from substantial completion or

two growing seasons whichever is longer.

Part 4: Execution

2.35 Definitions

Concrete Porch-Deck/Install

The contractor may install a new concrete porch as follows:

Prepare site for new built concrete porch; install forms of necessary depth, width

and height;

Install a 2” sand cushion and #3 rebar spaced 12” OC each way;;

Pour a minimum of 3 1/2” if concrete into forms;

Temperature must be a minimum of 40 degrees. F and rising;

Broom finish all walking surfaces;

Remove all debris and excess materials from site

Use premix concrete or equal

Concrete Retaining Wall/Ext. Beam/Install

Contractor shall repair the concrete retaining wall as follows:

Remove damaged area after bracing structure;

Prepare footer excavation;

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Install forms if necessary;

Premix concrete or equal

Concrete Footers for Slab Jacking/Repair

The contractor shall repair the concrete slab as follows:

Install exterior concrete footer(s) to restrict further movement of slab due to major

crack separation;

Footer installation consist of the a 30” x 30”x 30” hole at designated spot;

Start excavation at edge of slab and dig down 30”, under slab 15”, and out from slab

edge 15”;

Install rebar tied in an “H” pattern into hole for concrete reinforcing;

Pour a 5 sack concrete mix into excavation;

Fill excavation so that new concrete meets slab;

Concrete shall be kept at least 2” below the exterior ground surface;

After concrete has set, cover the entire exposed area of footer with excavated soil

from hole.

Use premix concrete or equal

Concrete Walkway/Install

The contractor shall install a new concrete walkway as follows:

Prepare site for new walk;

Install forms of the necessary height, width, and depth;

Install a 2” cushion sand; and #3 rebar @ 12” OC, each-way:

Concrete shall be a minimum of 3-1/2” depth;

For every 10LF of walkway, run insert redwood heartwood isolation joint material, or

equal;

Pour concrete only when temperature is 40 degrees F and rising

Use premix concrete or equal

Concrete shall have a minimum of 2500psi compressive strength at 28 days.

Concrete Driveway/Install

The contractor shall install a new concrete driveway as follows:

Prepare location for new driveway;

Install forms of the necessary height, width an depth;

Install a 2” cushion sand and #3 rebar @ 12”OC into formed area;

Concrete shall be a minimum of 3 1/2” depth;

For every 10LF of drive, provide an isolation joint using redwood heartwood joint

material, or equal;

Pour concrete only when temperature is a minimum of 40 degrees F and rising.

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When replacement drive extends into the street, a culvert or “V” shall be installed for

drainage.

Use premix concrete or equal

Driveway in public right-of-way must meet County specifications.

Concrete shall have a minimum of 3000psi compressive strength at 28 days.

Broom finish all surfaces with: Premix concrete

2.36 Prepare Concrete:

2.37 For Repair Work

A. Cracks: Chip and roughen sides of cracks to sound concrete to effect a

mechanical bond for repair work.

B. Spalled areas: Chip and roughen spalled areas to sound concrete to effect a

mechanical bond for repair work.

C. Finish: Remove areas of unsuitable finish to sound concrete and roughen

to provide a mechanical bond for repair work. Provide for at least a 1/2

inch thick topping over sound concrete.

D. Expansion joint fillers: Remove sections of defective filler strips for full

depth of concrete. Polyurethane self-leveling joint material or equal.

E. Joint sealers: Remove defective sealers. Wire brush to remove all traces of

sealer and to expose clean and sound concrete surfaces suitable of new

sealer.

F. Cleaning: Clean sound concrete surfaces with blasts of compressed air and

rinse with water.

2.38. For Replacement Work

A. Break up concrete and remove from site. Prepare subgrade.

B. Build forms to required shapes, lines and dimensions of concrete. Brace

and secure to contain concrete. Use plywood lined forms for exposed

surfaces.

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C. Install sand cushion minimum 2 inches thick.

2.39 Backfill

After concrete has hardened sufficiently, remove forms. Do not damage concrete. Remove

debris and backfill areas adjoining concrete. Grade and compact to conform to the surrounding

area lines and grades.

Finish: Concrete

Finish for Slab Work

Wood float concrete, while still green, to true, even planes with no coarse aggregate visible. After

surface moisture has disappeared, steel trowel surfaces to a smooth, even, dense finish, free from

blemishes and trowel marks.

2.40 Finish for Porches and Stairs

Same procedures and finish as specified for slabs, except after troweling; brush

surfaces of concrete with a soft bristle broom to result in a uniform non-slip

textured surface.

2.41 Finish Tolerance

Finished surface of concrete shall not vary more than 3/16 inch from the testing

edge of a 10 foot long straightedge. Satisfactorily correct irregularities

exceeding that tolerance.

2.42 Execution Specific Methods

2.43 Excavation and Trenching: General Requirements

All Excavation Under This Contract shall include all materials required to be excavated, whether

wet or dry, earth or rock, concrete, part earth or part rock, or whatever the character of the

materials may be.

Erosion Control During Excavation

Excavate to elevations and dimensions indicated, plus sufficient space to permit erection of

forms, shoring, drain tile, waterproofing, masonry and the inspection of foundations. Control the

grading around buildings so that ground is pitched to prevent water from running into the

excavated areas of buildings or damaging other structures. Furnish all pumping required to keep

excavated spaces clear of water during construction. Water shall not be conducted onto an

adjacent property. All property shall be protected with straw bails or earth berms, per Harris

County soil erosion standards, to prevent dirt runoff.

Springs or Soft Subgrade

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Should the Contractor encounter springs within the work area, or soft soil conditions at the

elevations required for load bearing, he shall immediately notify the HARRIS COUNTY and

not place any portion of the work on such surfaces until instructions are received from the

HARRIS COUNTY.

Utilities

Soil Test Borings

If a site is found to have unstable soil the bores and samples will be made by the HARRIS

COUNTY.

Vegetation Removal

Clearing, grubbing, clean-up of vegetation, and tree trimming and/or removal is to be done

where excavation and grading are required.

Excavation Over depths

Except where rock is encountered, care shall be taken not to excavate below the depths

indicated. Where rock excavation is required, the rock shall be removed and the over-depth

filled with certified compacted backfill.

Unauthorized over depths in excavation shall be backfilled with concrete or certified compacted

fill to correct elevation or bear cost of a deeper wall.

Whenever wet or otherwise unstable soil is encountered, such soil shall be removed to the depth

and extent directed, and the trench backfilled to the proper grade with concrete or certified

compacted fill at the Contractor's expense.

2.44 Footing Excavation

Care must be taken not to excavate below proper level for placement of

footings. No backfilling under footings will be permitted. The bottom of all

trenches or excavations to receive footings must be level regardless of character

of excavated material. When excavation is carried below proper levels, concrete

must be placed at the bottom of the footing to insure that the elevation at the top

is as shown on the drawings.

2.45 Trench Excavation

A. Trenches shall be of necessary depth and width for the proper laying of pipe,

with a minimum of eight (8) inches on either side of the pipe bell; the sides shall

be vertical. The bottom of trenches shall be accurately graded to provide

uniform bearing and support on undisturbed soil at every point along its entire

length. No greater length of trench shall be left open, in advance of the completed

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structure placed therein, than can be completed in that day's operation.

B. The trench shall be kept free of water by an approved method, during the progress

of the work.

Concrete Work

2.48 Footings

Footings shall be to engineer’s design specifications.

Footings shall be excavated 30" minimum below finish grade to solid bearing.

The sides shall be cut square and free of roots. Bottoms will be free from loose

earth and roots prior to placing concrete.

All footing concrete shall contain 5 bags of cement per cubic yard of concrete and

attain a stress of not less than 3,000 P.S.I. at 28 days all footings shall be inspected

and approved by the Harris County before placing concrete. Submit proof of

inspection certificate. Footings are to be sized and located as per drawings.

Footings must rest on virgin soil or properly compacted fill. Concrete not meeting

these standards will be removed and replaced at the contractor expense.

2.49 Exterior Slabs

Exterior slabs on grade, patios, stoops and porches shall be formed true and

square and shall rest on a well tamped earth or gravel base. Pitch all concrete

1/8" per foot in the direction of drainage. Concrete and stell shall be per engineers

specifications. Concrete shall be screened smooth and floated so that 1/8" of "soup"

comes to the top. All stone will be at least 1/8" below the surface. Steel trowel

finish and lightly broom for a non-slip surface. All edges shall be finished with a

concrete edger. Concrete incorrectly placed for drainage and not true and straight

will be removed and replaced at Contractor's expense.

Exterior concrete slabs shall be nominal 4” or more with a trowel and brush

exposed aggregate finish. Exterior concrete flat work and garage drainage (1” in

10’ for trowel finish and 2” in 10’ for exposed aggregate).

Exterior slabs shall be scored and contain expansion joints every 12 feet to prevent

cracking during expansion and contraction. Concrete shall be placed in will braced

forms to detail shown on drawings. All work beneath slabs by other trades shall

be placed prior to placing concrete. All plumbing, conduit, backing sleepers,

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anchors etc. shall be accurately set. Rehabilitation Specialist shall verify placement

and integrity of same. All footings shall be placed in undisturbed soil. When

preparing subgrades for concrete slabs and driveways, grade to level. Provides

base course sand 4” thick. Provide expansion joints every 12’ if in driveway.

2.50 Concrete Sidewalks

Sidewalks shall be full 4" thick and of widths to match existing, or as hereinafter

called for. All sidewalk concrete shall contain 6.2 bags of cement per cubic yard of

concrete and attain a stress of not less than 3,500 P.S.I. at 28 days. Where new

concrete abuts existing, place a premoulded asphalted expansion joint. When old

concrete is to be removed, remove to the nearest concrete joint. If no joints exist,

cut existing concrete square with a masonry saw to produce a true and square

joint. All concrete shall be placed on a well tamped earth or gravel bed free from

any organic material. Sides of wall shall be formed straight or curve in a true arc.

When concrete abuts a structure or lies in a drainage path, it shall be pitched 1/4"

per foot in the direction of drainage. Concrete shall be screened true and floated so

that at least 1/8" of "soup" comes to the top. All stone will be at least 1/8" below

the surface. Steel trowel concrete one time and lightly broom for a non-slip

surface. Provide control joints every 5’ and an asphalted expansion strip ever

30'. All edges shall be finished with a concrete edger. Concrete incorrectly placed

for drainage or not true and/or straight will be removed and replaced at Contractor's

expense. Finished surface shall be flush with grade or to match that of existing.

2.51. Exterior Concrete Steps

Exterior steps shall be formed square and true, and have widths as required. At no

time will any riser be greater than 7-3/4” or any tread less than 10". All treads shall

pitch to the front 1/8". All risers shall cant inwardly 3/4". Remove side and step

forms and finish all surfaces. All edges shall be finished with a concrete edger. Use

2.640-A concrete mix. All risers and treads of the same set of stairs shall be

dimensionally uniform with max. 3/l6" variation between steps Stairs not meeting

these standards will be removed and replaced at the contractor’s expense.

2.52. Concrete Porches

Concrete porches shall be formed square and true using lumber of sufficient size

to insure straight forms. Adequately brace all forms to eliminate bellying or bows

in concrete work. All reinforcing steel, concrete thickness and porch size shall be

as per drawings. All concrete porch slab forms shall be inspected by HARRIS

COUNTY or local building inspectors before placing concrete. Submit proof of

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inspection certificate. All concrete shall contain 6 1/2 bags of cement per cubic

yard of concrete and attain a stress of not less than 3,500 P.S.I. at 28 days. All

porch slabs shall pitch 1/8" per foot away from structure for drainage. Concrete

shall be screened true floated and vibrated with a mechanical vibrator to insure that

no voiding will occur and proper covering of reinforcing steel. Steel trowel

twice and lightly broom for a non-slip surface. Remove edge forms and finish all

exposed ends. Finish all edges with a concrete edger, including bottom edge of slab.

All porch slabs improperly finished and/or pitched will be removed and replaced at

Contractor's expense.

2.53. Interior Slabs

Interior slabs on grade shall be a minimum of 4 " thick and reinforced per engineers

design. All concrete shall rest on a 4 mill polyethylene vapor barrier over 4"

of. Concrete shall contain 6.2 bags of cement per cubic yard and attain a stress

of not less than 3,500 P.S.I. at 28 days. Concrete shall be placed with a transit

level or by using grade stakes. Slabs shall not vary more than 1/2" over entire

surface. Where slabs abut masonry walls, they shall be finished square and true.

Slabs shall be floated and twice steel troweled for a hard smooth surface ready to

receive tile. Slabs not level within tolerances will be removed and replaced at

Contractor's expense. Slabs on grade must have an expansion joint of pre-molded

asphalted material wherever slab abuts a masonry wall.

2.54. Patching Concrete

Mix and apply bonding agent to prepared concrete areas in accordance with

manufacturer's printed instructions.

Mix concrete mortar for patches, using portland cement, sand and water in proper

proportions for a workable mix.

The amount of mixing water shall be as little as is consistent with the

requirements for handling and placing. Retemper mortar without the addition of

water.

Thoroughly compact mortar into place and screed off to leave patches slightly

higher than surrounding surfaces.

Leave patch. Undisturbed for a period of 1 to 2 hours to permit initial shrinkage

before finally finishing. Finish patches in such a manner to match adjoining surfaces.

When repairing concrete all patches shall be mechanically cut, doweled and

repoured. Depth, width and height for new reinforced concrete retaining wall;

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install a 2” sand cushion and No. 3 and No. 4 steel rebar tied in an “H” pattern

the full length of the beam; pour a premixed concrete into forms; temperature must

be a minimum of 40 degrees. F and rising; rough finish all surfaces. Remove all

debris and excess materials.

Misc: Paving

2.55. Stone Base

The base shall be placed in two (2) separate and equal layers, spread, graded and

compacted in accordance with Harris County Department of Public Works

Standards and Specifications and shall be left smooth.

Crushed Stone Paving

2.56. Standard & Specifications

Methods and materials used in construction of sub-base and base shall conform to

current Harris County Engineers Office standards.

Sub-Grade Preparation.

The excavating and grading section of this specifications requires the removal of all top soil, and

sub-soil as necessary to reach a depth of stabilized earth, and that all approved fill shall be placed

in eight inch layers, and be compacted by use of sheepsfoot roller or other approved method, to

a minimum of ninety-five percent of maximum density, at optimum moisture.

Prior to placing any base materials, grade the areas to required profile and roll the surfaces to

a minimum of ninety-five percent of maximum density at optimum moisture. The Contractor

shall request inspection by the HARRIS COUNTY and shall not proceed with any additional

work until the Contractor has received approval from the HARRIS COUNTY.

The graded surface shall be with culvert or drainage swale at each side. The crown of the road

shall align with centerline. The surface shall have positive drainage at a slope of ¼” to 1 foot

to each side.

2.57. Bituminous Drives/Black Top

Bituminous concrete shall consist of constructing one or more courses of

bituminous concrete on the prepared foundation in accordance with these

specifications and in reasonably close conformity with the lines, grades,

thickness and typical cross-section shown on the plans or as stated in work

write up or as otherwise established by the HARRIS COUNTY.

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The base is to be 4 inches of compacted gravel TDH&T, 21A aggregate base

material (TDH&T Section 210).

Subsurface base is to be inspected and approved by the HARRIS COUNTY

prior to placement of the bituminous concrete.

The surface is to be constructed of bituminous concrete 2 inches thick Bituminous

concrete shall meet TDH&T specifications, section 212.

Blowing, compacting, spreading, rolling, finishing and all tolerances shall be

performed in accordance with the TDH&T specifications, section 320.

Driveways shall have a minimum cross slope of one eighth of an inch per foot

and a minimum longitudinal pitch of one percent

Pest Control

Pest Control shall be performed by a licensed professional pest control operator using termiticides

which bear a federal registration number of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Termiticides used may be Chloropyrifos (“Dursban TC”) or Permathrin (“Dragnet”, Torpedo”)

or approved equal. Pest control applicator of the above shall furnish to the owner a Certificate

of Warranty for each building, certifying that the applied soil termiticide treatment will

prevent infestation of subterranean termites for a period of (5) five years.

Rodent Extermination

Contractor shall treat the structure for rodents and provide treatment certificate to the

Housing Office prior to final payments.

Termite Extermination

Contractor shall treat the structure for termites and provide termite certificate to the Housing

office prior to final payment.

Cockroach Extermination

Contractor shall treat the structure for cockroaches and provide treatment certificates to the

Housing Office prior to final payments.

2.58. Fencing Wood

General: Shall be of cedar or pressure treated wood w/lower cord 2 inches above

ground. 4x4 inch post. At 8'0" O.C. maximum spacing with galvanized metal post

caps. Posts to be set 2 feet into 24 inch deep 8 inch diameter concrete footing.

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All fastening material to be galvanized.

Windgate Fence Shall be cedar or pressure treated with height as indicated in work

write up with 2x4 top and bottom rail, 1x6 fence board at 9\ inch on center. Centers

to be staggered from one side to the other.

2.59. Stockade Fence

Fence is to be installed with bottom of pickets 1" above ground. Posts are to be

pressure treated 4x4 inch post with maximum spacing of 8 ft. o.c. with galvanized

metal post caps. Posts to be set 2 ft. into 24 inch deep 6 inch diameter concrete

footing. All nails and connectors to be galvanized. Installation is to be plumb and

straight. Fence panel material and Design must be approved by homeowner before

installation.

2.60. Heavy Timber Retaining Wall

A. Used for steps, rejoining walls, bonders less than 2'0" high.

B. Grades and dimensions provided are intended to be reasonably accurate, but

are subject to field adjustment and alignment when required.

C. Railroad ties to be 6"x8"x8' long pine 100% salt pressure treated ties in new

condition and with creosote applied.

D. Rods shall be ½" round by 2 ft. long and shall be used to secure all bottom

layers set directly in or on the earth. Provide minimum of two per tie and pre-drill ties to receive rods.

E. Spikes shall be 3/8" round by 10" long steel spikes with flat head and diamond

point, for use securing multiple layers of tiers above one another. Provide

minimum of 2 per tie.

2.61. Fencing: Metal

2.62. Chain Link Fence (Vinyl Coated)

Shall be vinyl coated 9-gauge 42 inch high 2" mesh chain link fence, color selected

by owner. Fabric post shall not be spaced more than 10 ft. apart with top rail. Posts

shall be 2 inch o.d. anchored into concrete base min. 18" deep 8 inch diameter

concrete footing. Gates to be 3 ft. wide. Driveway gate to be 10 ft. wide.

2.63. Chain Link Fence (Galvanized)

Shall be galvanized and chromate coated steel fabric 10 gauge 2-1/8 x 2-1/8 inch

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mesh. 2-

/18" o.d. standard post set into 18" deep 8 inch diameter cone footing. Gate to be

3 ft. wide. Driveway gate to be 10 ft. wide.

2.64. Retaining Wall Fence

Chain link fence, 36" in height, is to be installed upon the retaining wall. Posts are

to be secured 18" into wall and grouted solid.

2.65. Metal Railings

Exterior metal railing is to be of solid, one piece wrought iron with 1" post, \" pickets

and l”x1” rails with factory primer coat. Porch and stair railings are to be 32" to 42"

in height. Railings are to be securely anchored to walls, decks and stairs. Railings

are to be painted with final coat of the DeRusto or equivalent rust preventive

paint. On site bolted units shall not be used.

MASONRY

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Part I: Scope

3.1 Provide all Labor, Materials, Equipment, Services, and perform all

Operations, required for complete installation of:

Concrete Unit Walls

Brick Unit Walls

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing concrete or brick unit

walls shall comply with the 2012 IRC, Brick Institute of America (BIA), Masonry

Institute of America, and ASTM standards.

A.

Part 2: General Requirements

3.2 Protection of Work: During erection, cover top of walls with heavy waterproof

sheeting at end of each days' work. Cover partially completed structures when work

is not in progress. Extend cover a minimum of 24 inches down both sides and hold

cover securely in place. Do not apply concentrated loads for at least three days after

building masonry walls.

A. Cold Weather Protection:

DIVISION 3

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1 Remove any ice or snow formed on masonry bed by carefully

applying heat until top surface is dry to the touch. Remove all

masonry determined to be frozen or damaged by freezing

conditions. Perform the following construction procedures while the

work is progressing.

2 When air temperature is from 40°F (4°C) to 25°F (-4°C), heat

sand or mixing water to produce mortar temperatures between 40°

F (4° C) and 120°F (49° C). Maintain mortar on boards above

freezing.

3 When air temperature is from 25°F (-40°C) and below, suspend

masonry construction.

B. Perform the following protections for completed masonry and masonry not

being worked on:

1 When the mean daily air temperature is from 40°F (4°C) to 32°F

(0°C), protect masonry from rain or snow for at least 24 hours by

covering with weather-resistive membrane.

2 When mean daily air temperature is from 32°F (0°C) to 24 F (-4

C), completely cover masonry with weather-resistive membrane

for at least 24 hours.

3 When mean daily air temperature is from 25°F (-40°C) and

below, suspend masonry construction.

C. At Contractor's option to the above protections, the following may be invoked

when acceptable to the Owner and Agency.

1 Increase the protection time to 48 hours with no change made in type

of mortar.

2 Without changing the mortar type and maintaining 24-hour

protection, replace Type I Portland cement in the mortar to Type

III.

D. Frozen Materials and Work: Do not use frozen materials or materials

mixed or coated with ice or frost. Do not build on frozen work. Remove

and replace masonry work damaged by frost or freezing.

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E. Do not lower the freezing point or mortar by use of admixtures or antifreeze

agents. Do not use calcium chloride in mortar or grout.

Part 3: Products

Products conforming to the specific standard produced by a commercial manufacturer will be

acceptable in all masonry categories.

3.3 Obtain masonry units from one manufacturer, of uniform texture and color for

each kind required, for each continuous area and visually related areas.

A. Material Standards

B. Product Data

C. Concrete Masonry Units

General: Exterior face brick shall be selected from clay fired brick units. Brick shall be installed by

experienced tradesman using Type S mortar. All units shall be set level and plumb with full bed and

head joints. Joints shall be tooled concave. Care shall be taken to assure that head joint weeps are

placed at maximum 24.” Re mo ve loose mortar using a stiff brush with detergent and water. After

brick work has thoroughly dried, it shall be given a coat of PRIM-A-PEEL 200 water repellant in

accordance with manufacturer’s instruction. Care shall be taken to prevent mortar droppings from

entering and blocking or bridging the cavity between the back of masonry and sheathing. Continuous

plastic flashing (damp course), equal to “Nervestral HD”, shall be installed at the brick ledge. Extend

plastic flashing up behind exterior sheathing a minimum of 5”. Actual unless otherwise indicated/

Size:

Manufacturer's standard units with nominal face dimensions of 16" long x 8" (15-5/8" x 7-5/8" Special Shapes:

Provide where required for corners, jambs, bonding, and other special conditions.

Hollow Load-Bearing

CMU: ASTM C SO

Grade N

For general use in exterior walls above and below grade that may or may not be exposed to

moisture penetration or the weather, and for interior walls and backup.

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Solid Load-Bearing CMU:

ASTM C 145, where shown as "Solid CMU."

Grade:

For exterior exposure above or below grade, provide Grade N. For other uses provide Grande N

or Grade S.

Weight:

Provide lightweight units using aggregate complying with ASTM C 331 producing dry net unit

weight of not more than 105 lbs. per cubic foot, unless otherwise indicated.

3.4 Mortar Materials

3.5 Portland Cement

ASTM C 150, Type I.Type III may be used for cold weather construction.

Hydrated Lime

ASTM C 207, Type S.

Aggregates

ASTM C 144, except for joints less than 1/4" use aggregate graded with 100% passing the No.

16 sieve.

3.6 Water

Drinkable, clean.

3.7 Mortar for Unit Masonry

ASTM C 270, Proportion Specifications, except limit materials to those specified

herein, and limit cement/lime ratio (by volume), BIA M1, and ASTM C 1142 Ready-

Mixed Mortar for Unit Masonry are the required standards for mortar to be used with

unit masonry.

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Type N:

1/4 part lime per part of Portland cement.

Masonry Accessories

Continuous Wire Reinforcing and Ties for Masonry:

Ladder type fabricated with single pair of 9 ga. side rods and 9 ga. perpendicular cross

rods spaced not more than 16" o.c.

Lintels exposed to the weather or encapsulated outside of the air-conditioned enclosure (including

columns/beams located within exterior walls) shall be at a minimum hot dipped galvanized after

fabrication. A surface coating alone is not acceptable to prevent structural elements from

corroding from the inside out.

Anchors and Ties:

Provide straps, bars, bolts, and rods fabricated from not less than 16 qa. sheet metal or

1/2" diameter rod stock, unless otherwise indicated.

All brick ties and nails shall be stainless steel

Reinforcing Bars:

Deformed steel, ASTM A 615, Grade 60 of the sizes specified.

Concealed Flashing:

Virgin polyvinyl chloride with plasticizers and other modifiers, formed into uniform

flexible sheets not less than 20 mil thick and black in color, unless otherwise indicated.

Part 4: Execution

3.8 Definitions General Standards

3.9 Construct Masonry Structure

Thickness:

Build masonry construction to the full thickness shown, except, build single width walls (if

any) to the actual thickness of the masonry units, using units of nominal thickness shown or

specified.

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Lay up walls

Plumb and true and with courses level, accurately spaced and coordinated with other work.

Stopping and Resuming Work:

Rake back 1/2”masonry unit length in each course; do not tooth Clean exposed surfaces of set

masonry, wet units lightly (if specified to be wetted), and remove loose masonry units and

mortar prior to laying fresh masonry.

Pattern Bond:

Lay concealed masonry with all units in a wythe bonded by lapping not less than 2". Bond and

interlock each course of each wythe at corners, unless otherwise shown.

Mortar Bedding and Jointing

Lay hollow concrete masonry units with full mortar coverage on horizontal and vertical face

shells; also bed webs in mortar in starting course on footings and foundation walls and in all

courses of piers, columns, and pilasters, and where adjacent to cells or cavities to be reinforced

or to be filled with concrete or grout.Joints: Maintain joint widths shown, except for minor variations required to maintain bond alignment.

If not otherwise indicated, lay walls with 3/8" joints. Cut joints flush for masonry walls which

are to be concealed or to be covered by other materials. Tool exposed joints slightly concave.

Rake out mortar in preparation for application of caulking or sealants where shown.

Remove masonry units

Disturbed after laying; clean and relay in 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.

Horizontal Joint Reinforcing:

Provide continuous horizontal joint reinforcing as shown and specified. Fully embed

longitudinal side rods in mortar for their entire length with a minimum cover of 5/8" on exterior

side of walls and 1/2" at other location. Lap reinforcement a minimum of 6" at ends of units. Do

not bridge control and expansion joints with reinforcing, as otherwise indicated. Provide

continuity at corners and wall intersections by use of prefabricated "L" and "T" sections. Cut

and teen units as directed by manufacturer for continuity at returns, offsets, column

fireproofing, pipe enclosures, and other special conditions.

3.10 Masonry: General

Thickness:

Build masonry construction to the full thickness shown, except, build single-width walls (if any)

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to the actual thickness of the masonry units, using units of nominal thickness shown or

specified.

Lay-up walls

Plumb and true and with courses level, accurately spaced and coordinated with other work.

Stopping and Resuming Work:

Rake back 1/2”masonry unit length in each course; do not tooth Clean exposed surfaces of

set masonry, wet units lightly (if specified to be wetted), and remove loose masonry units and

mortar prior to laying fresh masonry.

Pattern Bond:

Lay concealed masonry with all units in a wythe bonded by lapping not less than 2". Bond

and interlock each course of each wythe at corners, ''"less otherwise shown.

Construction Tolerances:

Variation from Plumb:

For vertical lines and surfaces of walls and arises, do not exceed 1/4" in 10’.

Variation of Linear Building Line:

For position shown in plan and related portion of walls and partitions, do not exceed 1/2"

in any bay or 20' maximum, nor 3/4" in 40' or more.

Variation in Cross-Sectional Dimensions:

For thickness of walls, from dimensions shown, do not exceed minus 1/4" nor plus 1/2".

3.11 Mortar Bedding and Jointing

Lay hollow concrete masonry units

With full mortar coverage on horizontal and vertical face shells; also bed webs in mortar in starting

course on footings and foundation walls and in all courses of piers, columns, and pilasters,

and where adjacent to cells or cavities to be reinforced or to be filled with concrete or grout.

Joints:

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Maintain joint widths shown, except for minor variations required to maintain bond alignment.

If not otherwise indicated, lay walls with 3/8" joints. Cut joints flush for masonry walls which

are to be concealed or to be covered by other materials. Tool exposed joints slightly concave.

Rake out mortar in preparation for application of caulking or sealants where shown.

Remove masonry units

Disturbed after laying; clean and relay in 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.

Horizontal Joint Reinforcing:

Provide continuous horizontal joint reinforcing as shown and specified. Fully embed longitudinal

side rods in mortar for their entire length with a minimum cover of 5/8" on exterior side of walls

and 1/2" at other location. Lap reinforcement a minimum of 6" at ends of units. Do not bridge

control and expansion joints with reinforcing, as otherwise indicated. Provide continuity at

corners and wall intersections by use of prefabricated "L" and "T" sections. Cut and teen units

as directed by manufacturer for continuity at returns, offets, column fireproofing, pipe

enclosures, and other special conditions.

3.12 Execution Specific Methods

3.13 Tuckpointing

All faulty and defective joints of stone and face brick shall be ground with electric masonry saw.

In small areas a sharpened chisel may be used. All faulty and defective joints of common brick

shall be raked out to a sound masonry bed.

All structural fractures shall be cut deep enough to relieve structural pressure.

After the above operation is completed, all joints to be pointed shall be not less than held half

inch deep, the contractor shall rinse all joints with clear, clean water and then proceed with

pointing using properly mixed cement and lime mortar. All joints shall be properly tooled to

eliminate evidence of replacement.

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.

Masonry Repair and Tuckpointing

All masonry being removed and replaced is to be hauled away by the contractor. Replacement

masonry is to match existing in color, texture, coursework, and mortar joints if possible.

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Cut out all cracks at least 3/8" wide and 1/2" deep. Joints shall be free from loose mortar. Wet

the joints and force mortar into cracks with a pointing tool. Finish and blend patch to match

existing surface. All cements used shall be non-shrink type.

New brick patches shall be toothed into and match in size, joints, and bond, the existing work.

Unless the finished wall is to be painted, the color of brick used for patching shall also match

adjacent work.

Brick pointing shall be done with a brick pointing tool forcing the mortar into the joints. Wet

all joints to be pointed with clean water. The joints shall then be tooled and struck to match

existing joints. Brick surfaces then are to be clean from excessive mortar and brushed.

Masonry Foundation Walls

All blocks directly under a beam shall be grouted solid. The top course of perimeter block shall

be grouted solid. Sill plate anchors are to be "L" shaped 3/8" x 6" steel, spaced every 8' - 0" o.c.

and 1' - 0" from each corner.

All portions of the outside of exterior block walls of the structure under finish grade are to

be parged with 1/2" of cement mortar. This parging is to be covered with two coatings of

bituminous waterproofing. Portions above grade are to be parged with 1/2" of cement mortar

and painted as indicated in work write-ups or to match existing.

Where vertical reinforcement is required, #3 or larger rebar 16" o.c in grouted cells is to be used.

Rebar is to be secured to footing.

Retaining Walls

Footings shall be excavated 30" below finished grade to solid bearing. The sides shall be cut

square. Bottoms will be free from loose earth and other organic material prior to placing

concrete. All footing concrete shall contain five bags of cement per cubic yard of concrete and

attain a stress of not less than 2800 P.S.I. at 28 days. All footings shall be inspected and approved

by local building inspectors before placing concrete. Submit proof of inspection certificate.

Footings are to be sized and located as per specs.

Masonry wall is to be 8" concrete block with #3 reinforcing rods spaced vertically 16" o.c. Each

cell containing a reinforcing rod is to be grouted solid. Reinforcing rods are to be secured

into the footing. Dura-wall web reinforcing or equal is to be placed horizontally at the rate of

16" o.c. A masonry cap is to be installed upon the top block course. All portions of each side

of the wall under finish grade are to be parged and waterproofed. All portions of the outside of

exterior block walls of the structure are to be parged with 1/2" of cement mortar. This parging

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is to be covered with two coatings of bituminous waterproofing. The outside above grade portion

of the wall shall be parged to present a smooth finished appearance.

Sandblasting/Steam Cleaning/Hydro Blasting (General)

All precaution shall be taken not to inconvenience any occupants while cleaning operation is

in process. Protection canopy shall be installed by entrances while work is being completed in

that area and removed upon completion of work and job site shall be left broom clean daily.

Owners shall give notice to all tenants that all windows should be closed tightly before cleaning

is to start.

Steam Cleaning

All brick and cut stone shall be cleaned free of dirt, soot, and carbon with a high pressure cleaning

machine and proper solution of acid and water.

Hydro Blasting

All brick and stone shall be cleaned free of dirt, soot, and carbon with a high pressure machine

and proper solution of acid and water followed by a high pressure air and water rinse at

minimum 800 P.S.I. to a clean surface.

Sandblasting

All stone trim and brick masonry from roof toping down to ground level shall be sandblasted,

using clean, sharp silica sand and rinsed with clean, clear water to a clean surface free of dirt,

soot, carbon, and dust. All excess sand to be removed from premises.

Masonry Cleaning (New Work)

All exposed masonry -not less than seven days old; to be cleaned with solvents

like Sure Klean, Foam Masonry, or Grays Ferry. Thoroughly rinse cleaners with

water after cleaning;

No cleaning until all work has been pointed grouted;

Stronger solutions or other methods -obtain specific approval of Harris County.

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ROOFING Part I: Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

4.1 Furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services necessary for and

reasonably incidental to the completion of roofing operations shown on the

drawings and specified, included but is not limited to the following:

Removal of existing roofing.

New installation and repair of:

o Asphalt shingle roofing

o Built up roofing

o Rolled roofing

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing roofing shall comply

with the 2012 International Residential Code (IRC), American Roofing

Manufacturer’s Association (ARMA), and ASTM requirements.

Part 2: General Requirements

4.2 The contractor shall see to it that the roof surface is smooth, firm, dry and free from

loose materials and that all ventilators and vent lines extending through the roof

have proper flashing. Decking shall be 7/16”x4’x8’ CDX plywood with radiant

barrier. This decking is good up to 24” spaced trusses without edge support.

Further spacing will require thicker grades. Contractor shall provide to the owner,

the manufacturer's minimum written 30 year warranty. Metal flashing (where

required per IRC) shall be galvanized steel and where exposed shall be painted to

match adjacent surfaces. Edge strip shall be 26 gauge. Galvanized. Steel roofing

installation shall be in accordance with recommendations of manufacturer and

shall be guaranteed for two years. Each bundle of asphalt shingles, when used,

shall be delivered to job site with seals unbroken and labels intact. Labeling shall

indicate compliance with Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Class C label or

equivalent standards.

A. Protect all finish surfaces on the building against damage due to the

work of this Section.

B. Proceed with roofing work only after related repair or replacement work

(deck, fascia, nailers, flashings, etc) has been accomplished.

Division 4

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C. Proceed with roofing and associated work only when existing and

forecasted weather conditions will permit the work to be accomplished

without interruption until completion.

D. Provide temporary covering for roof when adverse weather conditions

prevent the roofing and associated work from being installed and

protection is required.

E. Coordinate installation of roofing materials and associated work to provide

a complete roofing system.

4.3 Prevent materials from entering and clogging gutters, drains, and conductors

Warranty for New Roofs

A. Furnish written Manufacturer's warranty for self-sealing shingles, to cover

a period of thirty (30) years from date of completion of roof installation.

Repair and Partial Replacement

Roof deck must be dry, minimum 3/4 in (19 mm) thick, minimum 6 in (152 mm)

wide boards with maximum 1/4 in (6.4 mm) spaces, or APA rated sheathing

(exposure 1): minimum 7/16” plywood 7/16or greater thickness to match existing

roof deck for up to 24” spaced roof system.

Roof decking must be installed to meet FORTIFIED for Existing Homes™ (FEH)

requirements stated within the Institute for Home Safety (IBHS) program.

New shingles and flashings shall closely match existing materials in size, shape,

texture, and color.

Roofing shall be installed in a manner so that it becomes an integral part of the

existing roofing system.

Consult roofing manufacturer for other approved construction.

Ventilation under the roof deck must meet local code requirements.

Part 3: Products

4.4 Manufacturers Approved

1. GAF Timberline Natural Shadow Lifetime Architectural Shingles.

GAF®,1 Campus Drive, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Tel: 1- 973-628-

3000.

2. CertainTeed Landmark Architectural Shingles. Valley Forge,

Pennsylvania.

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3. Owens Corning Corning Oakridge Architectural Shingles,

4. Requests for substitutions will be considered through the submittal

process.

5. TechShield Radiant Barrier,or equal

4.5 SHINGLES

Granule surfaced, self-sealing asphalt shingle with a stain protection, which

prevents pronounced discoloration from blue-green algae through

formulation/unique blends of granules. Architectural laminate styling provides a

wood shake appearance with a 5 5/8 inch exposure. UL 790 Class A rated with UL

997 Wind Resistance Label; ASTM D 7158, Class H; ASTM D 3161, Type 1;

ASTM D 3018, Type 1; ASTM D 3462; CSA-A123.5; AC438; Dade County

Approved, Florida Building Code Approved, Texas Dept of Insurance Approved,

ICC Report Approval. Minimum 30-year limited warranty required.

1. Color: As selected from manufacturers’ full range.

4.6 HIP AND RIDGE SHINGLES

A. High profile self-sealing hip and ridge cap shingle matching the color of

selected roof shingle.

4.7 STARTER STRIP

A. Self-sealing starter shingle designed for architectural roof shingles

recommended by the manufacturer.

B. Pre-cut, color coordinated starter strip shingle designed as a second starter

course for shingles with large cut-outs.

4.8 LEAK BARRIER

A Self-adhering, self-sealing, bituminous leak barrier surfaced with fine, skid-

resistant granules. Approved by UL, Dade County, ICC, State of Florida and Texas

Department of Insurance.

4.9 SHINGLE UNDERLAYMENT

A. Water repellant, breather type non-asphaltic underlayment. UV stabilized

polypropylene construction. Meets or exceeds ASTM D226 and D4869.

Approved by Dade Country, Florida Building Code, and ICC.

4.10 ROOFING CEMENT

A. Asphalt Plastic Roofing Cement meeting the requirements of ASTM D

4586, Type I or II.

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4.11 ATTIC VENTILATION

A. Ridge Vents 1. Flexible rigid plastic ridge ventilator designed to allow the

passage of hot air from attics, while resisting snow infiltration. For use in

conjunction with eave/soffit ventilation products. Provides 12.5 sq. inches

Net Free Ventilation Area per lineal foot (26460 sq.mm/m).

B. Hip Vents

1. Flexible low-profile rigid plastic ridge ventilator designed to allow

the passage of hot air from attics, while resisting rain and snow

infiltration. For use in conjunction with eave/soffit ventilation

products. Provides 9 sq. inches Net Free Ventilation Area per lineal

foot (19,046 sq.m/m).

C. Roof Louvers

1. Rooftop mounted, square-top designed, high-impact resin exhaust

ventilator designed to evacuate hot air from attics.

2. Rooftop mounted, slant-back designed, metal exhaust ventilator

designed to evacuate hot air from attics.

3. Rooftop mounted, low-profile square-top designed, high-impact resin

exhaust ventilator designed to evacuate hot air from attics. Each vent

provides 37 sq in NFVA.

D. Gable Louvers

1. Surfaced mounted, flush or recessed one-piece integral construction

in thermoformed plastic or aluminum.

2. Circular surfaced mounted, one-piece integral construction high-

impact white plastic mini vent.

4.12 NAILS

A. Standard round wire, zinc-coated steel or aluminum; 10 to 12 gauge, smooth,

barbed or deformed shank, with heads 3/8 inch (9mm) to 7/16 inch (11mm)

in diameter. Length must be sufficient to penetrate into solid wood at least

3/4 inch (19mm) or through plywood or oriented strand board by at least 1/8

inch (3.18mm).

B. Use fasteners required by the manufacturer to obtain specific high-wind

applications.

C. Fasteners shall comply with all local building codes.

4.13 METAL FLASHING

A. 24-gauge hot-dip galvanized sheet metal, complying with ASTM A 653/A

653M, G90/Z275.

B. 16-oz/sq. ft (0.56mm) copper sheet, complying with ASTM B 370.

C. 0.032-inch (0.8mm) aluminum sheet, complying with ASTM B 209.

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4.14

4.15 BUILT-UP ROOFING

Quality Assurance:

A. Applicator shall be acceptable to manufacturer of accepted roofing system.

B. Applicator shall have applied accepted roofing systems on two or more projects

which have been completed for at least five years.

C. Requirements of Regulatory Agencies: 1. Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.:

01 Built-up roof covering. Class A fire hazard classification.

Sheet Metal and Flashing

4.16 Flashing shall be placed around all openings and extensions of mechanical

appliances or equipment through the roof and otherwise as necessary to provide

adequate drainage. Flashing on chimneys shall extend at least 4” upon wall and

shall be counter-flashed and shall extend under roofing at least 12”.

4.17 Heads and sills of new openings shall be suitable flashed and caulked. Pipes

projecting through the roof shall be flashed. All flashing shall be 29 Ga. galvanized

sheet metal or 02. inch copper.

4.18 Joints and seams in all metal work shall be neatly formed and have suitable

watertight hot- solder joints. All exposed galvanized metal shall be primed with

red-lead. All exposed nails in flashing shall be capped with lead.

Material Standards - Shingles/Roofing

Mineral surfaced asphalt strip shingles: ASTM D-225.

Square butt three-tab style for new work of uniform thickness, 12-1/4" x 36",

weighing at least 235 pounds per 100 square feet

Self-sealing type, with factory applied adhesive.

Heet Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc. requirements for Class C Wind resistant

Shingles.

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Colors, for new work: Manufacturer's standard ranges.

4.19 Flashing, Valley Materials

A. Mineral-surfaced Asphalt Roll Roofing: ASTM D3909 or ASTM D 6380,

Class M

B. Smooth-surface Asphalt Roll Roofing: ASTM D224, 55 lb. grade.

4.20 Asphalt-Saturated Felt

A. ASTM D226, No. 15 type.

4.21 Nails for Applying Shingles and Asphalt-Saturated Felt

A. For shingles: Hot dipped galvanized steel or aluminum, with flat heads

3/8 inches in diameter. a. Steel nails shall have annular threads. b.

Aluminum nails shall have screw threads.

B. Nails for fastening felt: FS-FF-N-105, Table XXIa, Type II, Style 20.

4.22 Plastic Bituminous Cement

A. FS-SS-C-153, Type I.

4.23 Sheet Metal

A. In accord with requirements of Section 076, to match existing material,

weight, and finish.

4.24 Gutters

4.25 Five inch pre-finished .027 aluminum seamless gutters to match fascia color.

A. Downspouts: 3-inch x 4-inch pre-finished .027 aluminum to match fascia color.

4.26 Built-up Roofing

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4.27 Roofing System

A. Provide a 10 year bonded type with asphalt bitumen and aggregate surfacing.

B. Comply with acceptable roofing system manufacturer's

recommendations for component roofing system materials not

listed in this specification.

4.28 Bitumen

A. Asphalt: Low Slope - ASTM D 312-64, Type I.

B. Coal Tar Pitch: ASTM D 450-41, Type I or II.

C. Asphalt Base Emulsion: ASTM D 1227-65, Type I.

4.29 Felts

A. Asphalt Saturated Organic Felt, No. 15: ASTM D 226-68, 15 lbs., perforated.

B. Asphalt Saturated Organic Felt, No. 13: ASTM D 226-68, 30 lbs., perforated.

C. Base Sheet: Asphalt Saturated and Coated Organic Felt, ASTM D 2626-69,

Type I.

D. Cap Sheet: Asphalt Roll Roofing No. 90: ASTM D 249-60.

E. Cap Sheet: Wide Selvage Asphalt Roll Roofing, ASTH D 371-58.

4.30 Aggregate

A. ASTM D 1863-64, crushed clean stone or slag.

Part 4: Execution

4.31 Definitions

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A. Bitumen

1. Bitumen as used in this specification is a generic term referring to

the various types of asphalt and coal tar pitch as appropriate to the

acceptable roofing system.

B. Repair

1. Remedy defects in appearance or function. Repair and replace

missing shingles and repair flashings; eliminate roofing or

flashing leaks

C. Replace

1. Remove existing shingles and flashings and install new asphalt

shingle roof and roof flashings.

4.31 Install new asphalt shingle roof and roof flashings.

A. General

1. Remove loose or defective materials which will interfere with roofing

and associated work.

2. Remove projections and irregularities in surfaces to receive new

materials.

3. Remove and replace unsound subsurface which will receive new

work.

4. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the

manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the

project conditions.

5. Remove all existing roofing down to the roof deck.

6. Verify that the deck is dry, structurally sound, clean and smooth. It

shall be free of any depressions, waves, and projections. Cover ALL

holes 1 in (25 mm) or less in diameter, cracks over 1/2 in (13 mm) in

width, loose knots and excessively resinous areas with minimum 28

gauge; 0.0187 in (0.475 mm) galvanized steel, 0.0156 in (0.396 mm)

stainless steel, or 0.0126 in (0.320 mm) aluminum sheet metal.

Decking or deck boards with holes greater than 1 in (25 mm) in

diameter shall be replaced.

7. Replace damaged deck with new materials.

8. Seal all spaces between roof decking in accordance with the

requirements of FORTIFIED for Existing Homes™ (FEH)

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requirements stated within the Institute for Home Safety (IBHS)

program guidelines.

9. Verify installed roof deck is acceptable to receive shingles.

Acceptable roof decks include the following:

a. Wood boards: 6 in (152 mm) minimum width, 3/4 in (19 mm)

minimum thickness.

b. Plywood sheathing: 7/16 in minimum thickness Exposure 1

grade plywood sheathing as recommended by APA and in

compliance with local building code requirements.

c. Spacing between boards or panels shall not exceed 1/4 in

(6.4 mm) between roof boards or 1/8 in (3.2 mm) between

plywood.

4.32 For Repairs

B. Remove defective shingles and flashing materials. 2. Nail down loose

shingle and flashing members.

C. Install new repairs in accordance with 4.25.

Roof (Flat)/Repair

Contractor shall repair existing roof cover as follows:

Prepare existing roof for overlayment by nailing loose roofing and remove

obstructions which will hinder new overlayment installations

Repair existing roof with Torch or Mop Down material surfaced rolled and nails;

overlap seams 4”

Install 18 gauge metal flashing at vertical joints.

New roof cover shall be installed per roofing material manufacturer’s

directions and comply with State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspection

Use Owens Corning; GAF, CertainTeed, or equal Roof (Gable/Hip)/Repair

Contractor shall repair existing roof covers as follows:

Remove existing roof cover down to decking

Install new 7/16” CDX grade plywood deck with “H” clips when decking does not

exist or replace damaged or rotted decking with 7/16” CDX grade plywood

Remove metals at ridge, edge and valley

Install leak barrier along entire lengths. If ridge vents are to be installed, position the

leak barrier so that the ridge slots will not be covered Install new ridge shingles per

manufacturer’s instructions.

New roof cover shall be installed per roofing materials manufacturer’s and comply

with State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspections.

Contractor must supply manufacturer’s guarantee. Include facia, soffits, barge

rafters, canopy overhang, turbine and/or gable vents when necessary

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Roof (Build-up)/Repair

Contractor shall repair existing roof covers as follows:

Apply hot mop tar sealant to roof area

Roof cover shall be installed as per State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspection

Use Owens Corning; GAF, CertainTeed, or equal Flat Roof Leak/Repair

Contractor shall repair existing roof covers as follows:

Identify source of leak

Make repairs necessary to match existing roof cover

Work shall be down to decking as necessary and confined to the leak area; (work

shall comply with State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspection)

Owens Corning; GAF, CertainTeed, or equal

Gable-Hip/Roof Leak/Repair

Contractor shall repair existing roof cover as follows:

Identify source of the leak

Make repairs as necessary to match existing roof cover

Work shall be down to decking as necessary and confined to leak area

Work shall comply with State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspection

Build-Up/Roof Leak/Repair

Contractor shall repair existing roof cover as follows:

Identify source of leak

Make repairs as necessary to match existing roof cover

Work shall be down to decking as necessary and confined to leak area

Work shall comply with State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspection

Use: Owens Corning; GAF, CertainTeed, or equal

4.33 For Replacement

D. Remove existing shingles and flashing members from the area to receive new

roofing.

Inspect deck material, correct deficiencies:

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01 Nail down loose members

02 Repair or replace rotted or otherwise defective, deck material.

E. For existing decks with spaced stripping, provide solid deck by use

of additional stripping, or 7/16" plywood made with exterior glue or

current size of existing material.

2. For Install New

A. Inspect existing surfaces; prepare to receive new shingles and flashings.

B. Nail down loose or curled shingles.

C. Nail down loose flashing members and remove defective members.

D. Correct other deficiencies which will interfere with new work.

Roof (Flat)/Install

Contractor shall install existing roof cover as follows:

Prepare existing roof cover for new roofing material by repairing and removing

obstructions which will hinder new material installations

New roof cover shall be installed per roofing material Manufacturer’s directions and

comply with State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspections. (Contractor must

supply manufacturer’s guarantee).

Use: Owens Corning; GAF, CertainTeed, or equal

Roof (Build-up)/Install

Contractor shall install existing roof covers as follows:

Remove existing roof cover down to decking

Replace damaged or rotted decking with 7/16” CDX grade plywood

Remove all metals at ridge, edge and valley

Install new 24-gauge metals to edge, ridge, and valley

Install 1 ply of 30 lbs. roofing felt, or equal over deck

Apply sealer coat and allow to cool

Apply 2nd coat hot mop tar

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Install new roof as per State Board of Insurance Windstorm Inspection

The engineer of record must file a WPI-8 with TDI Use: Owens Corning, GAF,

CertainTeed, or equal

4.34. Execution: Specific Methods

4.35 Installation of Asphalt Shingle Roofing

A. Install underlayment of asphalt saturated felt parallel to eaves, with 2 inch

head laps and 4 inch end laps. Nail sufficiently to hold in place until

shingles are applied.

Installation of Starter Shingles

Install starter strip In accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and

local building codes. When application and local codes are in conflict, the

more stringent requirements shall take precedence.

Project strip ¼ inches to 3/4 inches beyond eave and rake line to form a drip.

For maximum wind resistance along rakes & eaves, install starter strip containing

sealant or cement shingles to underlayment and each other in a 4" (102mm) width of

asphalt plastic roof cement.

Nail approximately 1-1/2" – 3" (38 – 76mm) above the butt edge of the shingle or per

manufacturer’s instructions.

Rake starter course should overlap eave edge starter strip at least 3" (76mm).

Shingle Installation

A. General:

1. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and

local building codes. When local codes and application

instructions are in conflict, the more stringent requirements

shall take precedence.

2. Minimize breakage of shingles by avoiding dropping bundles

on edge, by separating shingles carefully (not by "breaking"

over ridge or bundles), and by taking extra precautions in

temperatures below 40 degrees F (4 degrees C).

3. Handle carefully in hot weather to avoid scuffing the

surfacing or damaging the shingle edges.

E. Placement and Nailing:

1. Secure with 4, 5, or 6 nails per shingle per manufacturer’s application

instructions or local codes.

2. Placement of nails varies based on the type of shingle specified.

Consult the products lists for the specified shingle for details.

3. Nails must be driven flush with the shingle surface. Do not overdrive

or under drive the nails.

4. Shingle offset varies based on the type of shingle specified. Follow

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the manufacturer’s instructions.

F. Placement and Nailing:

1. Beginning with the starter strip, trim shingles so that they “nest”

within the shingle located beneath it. This procedure will yield a first

course that is typically 3 inch (76mm) to 4 inch (102mm) rather than

a fully exposed shingle.

2. Laterally, offset the new shingles from the existing keyways, to avoid

waves or depressions caused by excessive dips in the roofing

materials.

3. Using the bottom of the tab on existing shingles, align subsequent

courses.

4. *Note: DO NOT install standard sized shingles (5inch exposure) over

metric (5 5/8 inch exposure) shingles, as it will overexpose the

shingles and reveal the nails. Use standard alignment methods to

assure proper shingle placement.

5. Secure with 4, 5, or 6 nails per shingle per manufacturer’s

instructions or local codes.

6. Placement of nails varies based on the type of shingle specified.

Consult the application instructions for the specified shingle for

details.

7. Nails must be driven flush with the shingle surface. Do not overdrive

or under drive the nails.

8. Shingle offset varies based on the type of shingle specified. Consult

the manufacturer’s instructions for the specified shingle for details

Valleys

A. Install valleys using the “open valley” method:

1. Snap diverging chalk lines on the metal flashing, starting at 3 inches

(76mm) each side of top of valley, spreading at 1/8 inch per foot

(9mm per meter) to the eaves.

2. Run shingles to chalk line.

3. Trim last shingle in each course to match the chalk line; do not trim

shingles to less than 12 inches (305mm) wide.

4. Apply a 2 inch (51mm) wide strip of plastic cement under ends of

shingles, sealing them to the metal flashing.

B. Install valleys using the “closed valley” method:

1. Run the first course of shingles from the higher roof slope across the

valley at least 12 inches (305mm).

2. Run succeeding courses of shingles from the lower roof slope across

the valley at least 12 inches (305mm) and nail not closer than 6

inches (152mm) to center of valley.

3. Run shingles from the upper roof slope into the valley and trim 2

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inches (51mm) from the center line.

C. Install valleys using "woven valley" method:

1. Run shingles from both roof slopes at least 12 inches (305mm) across

center of valley, lapping alternate sides in a woven pattern.

2. DO NOT nail less than 6 inches (152mm) from the valley center line.

D. Penetrations

1. All Penetrations are to be flashed according to manufacturers, ARMA and

NRCA application instructions and construction details.

E. Skylights and Roof Hatches

1. Consult the manufacturer of the skylight or roof hatch for specific

installation recommendations.

2. Skylights and roof hatches shall be installed with pre-fabricated metal

flashings specifically designed for the application of the unit.

INSTALLATION OF ATTIC VENTILATION

A. General

1. Ventilation must meet or exceed current F.H.A., H.U.D. and local code

requirements.

B. Ridge / Soffit ventilation

1. Install ridge vent along the entire length of ridges:

2. Cut continuous vent slots through the sheathing, stopping 6 inches (152mm) from

each end of the ridge.

3. On roofs without ridge board, make a slot 1 inch (25mm) wide, on either side of the

peak (2 inch (51mm) overall).

4. On roofs with ridge board, make two slots 1-3/4 inches (44.5mm) wide, one on

each side of the peak (3 ½ inch (89mm) overall).

5. Install ridge vent material along the full length of the ridge, including uncut areas.

6. Butt ends of ridge vent material and join using roofing cement.

7. Install eaves vents in sufficient quantity to equal or exceed the ridge vent area.

C. Roof and Gable Louvers:

1. Cut vent hole through sheathing as specified by the manufacturer for the

type of vent to be installed.

2. Install a 24 inches (610mm) square of leak barrier, centered around the hole

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for roof louvers

3. Install according to manufacturer’s instructions for flashing vent

penetrations

4. Install eave vents in sufficient quantity to equal or exceed the exhaust vent

area,

D. Hip Vents and Rooftop Vents

1. Install according to manufacturer's instructions.

2. Install vents in sufficient quantity to equal or exceed the exhaust vent area,

calculated as specified by manufacturer.

INSTALLATION OF VENTILATION ACCESSORIES

A. Chimney Caps

1. Install chimney caps to manufacturer recommendations

PROTECTION

A. Protect installed products from foot traffic until completion of the project.

B. Any roof areas that are not completed by the end of the workday are to be protected

from moisture and contaminants. MANUAL

4.36 Built-up Roofing

A. Install in accordance with accepted roofing manufacturer's specification and

as specified below.

B. Maximum bitumen

temperature in kettle:

1. Asphalt: Type

I 4O5 F; Type

2. Coal tar pitch: 400 F.

3. Discard bitumen heated above specified maximum.

C. Minimum bitumen temperatures at time and point of application. Asphalt:

Type I 3OO F; Types II, III, IV - 350 F.Coal tar pitch: 300 F. 03 Do not

reheat bitumen.

i. Provide thermostatic controls and visible thermometer on kettle and-

maintain in working order and keep calibrated.

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Minimum rat rate of application:

01 Asphalt

a) Between layers - 20 lbs. per 100 sq. ft.

b) Top coat - 60 lbs. per 100 sq. ft.

ii. Mopping:

1. Solid mop heated bitumen under and between felts.

2. Provide complete uniform coating. Felt shall not touch felt.

iii. Lay felts parallel to long dimension of roof.

iv. Broom or press felts into heated bitumen providing tight, smooth laminations

without wrinkles, buckles, kinks, or fishmouths

v. Maximum brooming in distance behind felt laying: 10 inches.

vi. Complete application of roofing system without pockets or blisters.

vii. Complete installation of built-up roofing system, including aggregate surfacing,

up to line of termination of day's work.

Composition Base Flashing

Install in accordance with requirements of roofing system manufacturer.

Install where roofing system abuts vertical surfaces.

Do not extend base flashing more than a nominal 18 inches (457 mm) nor less than a

nominal 8 inches (205 mm) above level of roof surface.

Nail base flashing at top edge with hardened nails through metal disc.

Install counterflashing immediately or seal top edges of base flashing with a trowel

coat of plastic cement.

Final Surfacing Install poured flood coat and aggregate surfacing in accordance with requirements of

roofing system manufacturer.

Pour flood coat uniformly over surface.

Apply aggregate uniformly and with complete coverage.

Roll with light roller if necessary to embed aggregate into hot flood coat.

Cleaning

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Remove bitumen’s from surfaces other than those requiring bituminous roof coatings.

b. Rolled Roofing

Materials

Roofing shall conform to Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standard UL 55B Class C. Each

roll of roofing shall be identified with U.L. Label. Roofing shall overlay according to

manufacturer's recommendations and weigh at least 90 lbs. per square. Nails should be stainless

steel or galvanized, have sharp points, 1 1/2 " Ringshank Square Head with 3" washer, with

smooth or threaded shanks. Nails should have a minimum length of 1-1/2" for new

construction, longer for reroofing. Spacing and nail patterns shall be in accordance with

manufacturer's recommendations.

c. Flashing

Install valley, step, cap, counter seal, and cope flashing with 29 Ga. aluminum flashing with

valleys at least 18" wide.

All metal flashing to be turned 1/2" into mortar joints and sealed with roofing cement.

d. Roof Edging

Metal Drip Roof Edging/Repair

Contractor shall repair the metal roof drip edging as follows:

Repair damaged areas by nailing ,where loose, and straightening

Install new edging where missing – where new edging cannot be installed to match

existing, then replace all roof edging.

Trim any excessive roof shingle overhang

Use: local produces or equal

Metal Drip Roof Edging/Install

Contractor shall install metal roof drip edging as follows:

Remove all metal edge trim excessive roof shingle overhang

Install new 2” metal drip edge

Use: Local producer or equal

e. Gutters and Downspouts

Install baked, matching fascia color finish, .032 gauge 5" K-type aluminum seamless guttering

on both front and rear, secured with spikes 36" or less on center. 2" x 3" .027 matching,

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baked finish, downspouts to be installed on left end of each gutter, extended two feet at the

bottom with concrete splash block. Installation to meet International Residential Code

requirements.

Gutter/Repair

Contractor shall repair gutters as follows:

Clean all debris

Seal leaks and joints

Secure anchoring

Use: Latex Butyl caulk or equal

Gutter/Install

Contractor shall install gutters as follows:

Remove all existing gutter items

Install a new pre-painted metal gutter with necessary downspouts (1 downspout

for every 30 LF)

Slope gutters to downspouts

Install one splash block for each downspout required

Use: 5” K-type or equal

f. Roof Vent

Contractor shall install new metal vents as follows:

Install to meet International Residential Code ventilation requirements. Additional

soffit vents may be required to meet code ventilation flow requirements.

Make an opening for vent

Install vent(s)

Seal new vents in accordance with the roofing manufacturer and vent manufacturer

recommendations.

Use Local producer or equal

CARPENTRY

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Part I: Scope

Division 5

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Rough carpentry includes carpentry work not specified as part of other sections and which is

generally not exposed, except as otherwise indicated. Types of work in this section include

rough carpentry for:

Wood framing, wood grounds, nailers, blocking, and sleepers, wood furring, sheathing, sub

flooring, and underlayment,

Finish carpentry includes carpentry work which is exposed to view, is non- structural, and

which is not specified as part of other sections. Types of finish carpentry work in this section

include:

Interior running and standing trim

Stairs

Exterior and interior siding and paneling.

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing wood framing shall comply with

the currently enforced IRC for Harris County.

Exterior siding for repair or partial replacement: match existing siding in gauge, pattern,

style, size, texture, and color.

5.1 Note: Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry are found under their respective divisions.

Structural steel is found in this division.

Part 2: General Requirements

5.2 Product Delivery, Storage and Handling

A. Immediately upon delivery to job site, place materials in area protected

from weather.

B. Store materials in a minimum of 6 in. above ground on framework or

blocking and cover with protective water-proof covering providing for

adequate air circulation or ventilation.

C. Do not store seasoned materials in wet, damp portions of building.

D. Protect fire retardant materials against high humidity and moisture

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during storage and erection.

E. Protect sheet materials from corners breaking and damaging surfaces,

while unloading.

Part 3: Products

5.3 Products conforming to the specific standard, produced by a commercial

manufacturer will be acceptable in the following categories:

Lumber

Millwork

Nails, screws, other fasteners

5.4 Plastic Mouldings

A. Durawood Cellular Moldings manufactured by Certainteed

Products Corporation, Ardmore, Pa.

B. Vinyl Moldings manufactured by the U.S. Plywood Corporation, New

York N.Y.

5.5 Plastic Finished Hardboard Wall and Wainscot Panels

A. The Masonite Corporation, Chicago, Illinois.

5.6 Prefinished Plywood Wall and Wainscot Panels

A. Georgia-Pacific, Portland, Oregon.

B. U.S Plywood Corporation, New York, N.Y.

5.7 Material Standards

5.8 Rough Lumber Interior and Exterior

All lumber to be grade marked and surfaced 4 sides. Minimum grading of lumber

shall be as set forth in this section. Minimum grade for exterior wall and partition

framing shall be stud grade or better. Lumber s iz es , spac ing and typ e sha l l

mee t t he 2012 IRC wi th Ci ty o f Hous ton amendment s . All wood

structural members shall be of sufficient size to carry the dead and require live

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loads without exceeding the allowable working stresses. Anchorage of wood

framing shall be in accordance with Wind Storm Specifications and all other

applicable codes.

5.9 Lumber Grading Rules and Wood Species to be in conformance with Voluntary

Product Standard PS 20-:

Grading rules of the following associations apply to materials furnished under this

section:

A. Northeastern Lumber Manufacturer's Association, Inc. (NELMA).

B. Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (SPIB).

C. Northern Hardwood and Pine Manufacturer's Association (NHPMA).

D. Western Wood Products Association (WWPA)

5.10 General Standards

Identify all lumber and plywood by official grade mark.

Dimensions: A. Specified lumber dimensions are nominal.

B. Actual dimensions conform to industry standards established by the

American Lumber Standards Committee and the rules writing agencies.

Surfacing: A. Surface four sides (54S), unless specified otherwise.

Moisture Content 19% maximum for lumber items not specified to receive wood preservative treatment

5.11 Framing Lumber

A. Furring and grounds: Minimum Grade, No. 3 common.

B. Light framing lumber (less than 6" wide) minimum grade #2

C. Structural framing (6" and wider): Any species and grade meeting

the following value: Fb = 1150 psi, E + 1,400,000 psi

5.12 Plywood

Plywood Grading Rules

A. Softwood Plywood - Construction and Industrial: Product Standard PS 1-66

B. Hardwood Plywood: Product Standard PS 51-71.

5.13 Concealed Plywood

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Where plywood will be concealed by other work, provide C-D Plugged/ INT-APA.

5.14 For plywood sheathing and subflooring, provide with exterior glue.

5.15 For floor underlayment (Pwd-Ul), provide UNDERLAYMENT/INT-APA.

Provide fully sanded finish where resilient finish flooring is indicated.

5.16 For combination subfloor-underlayment, provide 2.4.1/INT-APA.

5.17 Plywood Siding

APA 303 siding - NL-W Ext.

5.18 Treated Wood

5.19 Preservative

Pressure treated wood shall meet the requirements of the 2012 IRC with City of

Houston amendments.

All cut-ends and drilled holes must be treated to prevent decay using a product

containing a solvent-based copper-naphthenate solution designed to protect against

termites, fungus, and mold or other materials manufactured for this application.

5.20 Treated Wood - Fire Retardant

Fire Retardant Treatment Products:

Comply with AWPA standard for pressure impregnation with fire retardant

chemicals to achieve a flame spread rating of not more than 25 in accordance with

UL Test, ASTM E84 or NFPA 355.

A. Kiln dry to 15% moisture content after treatment.

B. Provide UL label of each piece treated.

5.21 Fasteners: Rough Hardware Bolts:

A. FS FF-B-575C.

B. FS FF-B-584 D.

C. Nuts: FS FF-N-836C

D. Expansion shields: FS FF-B-561C.

E. Lag screws and bolts: FS FF-B-561C.

F. Toggle bolts: FS FF-B-588C.

G. Wood screws: FS FF-S-lllC.

H. Nails and staples: FS FF-N-105B.

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I. Metal nailing discs:

1. Flat caps, minimum 1 in. diameter.

2. Minimum 30 gauge sheet metal.

3. Formed to prevent dishing.

4. Bell or cup shapes not acceptable.

5.22 Structural Steel

A. Minimum thickness, not including rolled beams and channels, shall be as

follows:

B. Steel not exposed to weather: 3/16 inch.

C. Steel exposed to weather but accessible for painting: ¼".

D. Steel partly exposed to weather and not accessible for painting: 5/16". E. All steel shall be furnished with one shop applied coat of red oxide primer.

Field welds and connections shall be painted after erection. The shop

paint shall be Non-Lead or another rust inhibitive steel primer.

5.23 Material Standard. Interior Finish Lumber

Standards: Comply with the applicable provisions for grading and workmanship of

the ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK QUALITY STANDARDS ILLUSTRATED of the

American Woodwork Institute (AWI).

Lumber Grading Rules and Wood Species: Conform to Voluntary Products

Standard PS 20 and to grading rules of the trade association, for the particular

species used.

5.24 Woodwork for Paint Finish

A. Grade: AWI Section 300, Economy Grade.

B. Species of wood: Any closed grain softwood or any closed grain hardwood

species.

5.25 Woodwork for Transparent Finish

A. Species: Match existing.

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B. Grade: AWI Section 300, Economy Grade.

5.26 Exceptions to Previous Quality Requirements for Interior Woodwork

Ornamental woodwork: Comply with AWI Section 700, Custom Grade

Interior stair treads and risers.

Except for attic and basement stairs, stair treads shall be Oak, White or Red, select grade as

graded by the National Hardwood Lumber Association.

Treads and risers for attic stairs shall be Douglas Fir, D Select, edge grain, or Southern

Pine, Grade D.

Thresholds: Oak, White or Red, select grade, 5/8 inch by 3-5/8 inches, with

beveled sides.

Handrails and newels: Except for attic stairs handrails and newels shall be Natural

Birch, "A" quality, Beech, Hard Maple, or Pecan, select grade.

5.27 Finish Fasteners

Wood screws: FS-FF-S-lll.

Nails: FS-FF-N-105.

Anchors: Toothed steel or lead expansion bolt devices for drilled in-place

anchors.

5.28 Material Standards Exterior: Finish Lumber

5.29 General Requirements for Lumber and Plywood Ext. Finish

Sizes and Patterns: Conform to U.S. Department of Commerce Simplified

Practice Recommendation R16. Surface lumber four sides, work to match

existing.

Moisture Content: 1 Lumber: 19 percent. 2 Trim: 12 percent.

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5.30 Preservative Treatment

A. All wood members in contact with masonry or concrete, soil or water.

B. All wood members and plywood used in exterior exposed construction.

5.31 Adhesives for Exterior Millwork and Woodwork

Helamine, phenol-resin, or resorcinol-resin waterproof adhesive, conforming to

FS-MMM-a-181, type, grade, and class best suited for the purpose.

5.32 Anchors and Fasteners

Style and corrosion resistant material best suited for the purpose. Nails and staples:

FS-FF-N-105, with mechanically deformed shanks.

5.33 Strip Flooring for Porches

A. Where replacement exceeds 50%, use #2 or better 2x6 treated pine

B. Fabricate from Southern Yellow Pine or edge grain Western Red Fir.

5.34 Insect Screening: 16 x 18 mesh; to match existing

5.35 Insulated Sheathing

Glass reinforced polyisocyanurate foam insulation board with aluminum foil facing on

both sides.

Size and Edges: 4' wide, not less than 8' long, with square edges on sides.

5.36 Siding

A. Fiber Cement Siding

B. Treated Engineered Wood Siding

C. Wood Siding

Western Red Cedar

Kiln Dried

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Size to match existing

Stagger vertical joints & tooth for visually seamless installation

D. For Repair or Partial Replacement: Match existing siding in gauge, pattern,

style, size, texture, and color.

5.37 Fasteners for Siding

A. Recommended by the manufacturer

5.38 Definition

Part 4: Execution

All installations shall meet the 2012 IRC with City of Houston amendments and industry

standards.

5.39 Crawl Space

Crawl space under building s h a l l be ventilated by approved mechanical means

or by openings in foundation walls. Openings shall be arranged to provide cross

ventilation and shall be covered with corrosion resistant wire mesh. Mesh required

to be not larger than ¼” in any dimension, per IRC Section R408. Openings in

foundation walls shall not be less than the following:

Access shall be provided to all under-floor spaces. Access openings through the floor shall be a

minimum of 18 inches by 24 inches (457 mm by 610 mm).

5.40 Wood Joists

Joists are laid 16" o.c. m a x i m u m s p a c i n g with a nominal thickness of 2"

and the same width as existing joists or as specified. All nails and other metals are

to be galvanized.

Joists shall be doubled under all partitions, around stair wells, chimneys and other

openings where unusual loading conditions occur such as: commercial mechanical

rms.

Framing Rough

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5.41 Wood Floor Framing

Plywood subflooring shall be grade “c-c” plywood or better; minimum thickness

shall be 3/4” where joists are spaced at 16” o.c. and edges shall be continuously

supported. Plywood joints are to be staggered. Sub-floor must be tongue and groove..

Leave a minimum 1/8-inch space at time of installation for all sheathing edge and

end joints, including tongue-and groove joints, unless recommended otherwise by

the manufacturer.

A glued floor system is required, using an adhesive conforming to APA Performance

Specification AFG-01 or ASTM D3498. Adhesive shall be applied to framing

members and all tongue-and-groove joints. Apply adhesive to only one or two panels

at a time to prevent premature drying of the adhesive. Complete nailing of each

panel before the adhesive sets or “skins”.

A combination subfloor-underlayment may be used when rated by APA as Sturd-I-

Floor (PS2-10 Single Floor).

Maximum thickness for subfloor boards supporting wood strip flooring shall be

3/4”; minimum width shall be 6”.

Plank subfloor shall be T & G minimum thickness shall be 2”; maximum width

shall be 6”. Minimum thickness of underlayment for resilient flooring shall be

1/4” for plywood and 3/16” for hardboard.

Plywood shall be underlayment grade or better with exterior glue in those areas

subject to moisture penetration. Chipboard not allowed in kitchen and bath.

Provide at least 1/2” clearance between subflooring and masonry or concrete

walls.

Subfloor boards used as a base for adhesive applied resilient flooring and ceramic

tile shall have a minimum thickness of 1/4”.

Exterior plywood shall be used where exposed to weather or where necessary for

structural purposes. Finished floors, when of wood, shall be of hardwood or

vertical grain kiln-dried soft wood. All surfaces of finished wood floors shall be

properly sanded, filled, sealed and varnished with two coats of polyurethane varnish.

Floor Finish specifications can be found in Division 9.

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Floors (Subfloor) Repair

Contractor shall repair the interior subfloor as follows:

Remove damaged or rotted subfloor (where existing is a single floor, repair as

subfloor)

Replace any rotted or damaged floor frame members

At location: Install new wood to complete subfloor; install 15lb. asphalt felt to

entire area

Use One side sanded BC Plywood or equal

Floors (Subfloor) Install

Contractor shall install the interior subfloor as follows:

Remove damaged or rotted subfloor (where existing is single floor, replace as

subfloor)

Replace any rotted or damaged floor frame members; install subfloor to match

existing; Floors (Underlayment) Install

Contractor shall install a new interior subfloor as follows:

Over top of floor joist, install new 3/4” CC or better tongue and groove plywood across

joists for subfloor; install 15 lb. roofing felt to entire floor area;; stagger all plywood

joints; nail down plywood ring shank nails at 4" o.c. at edges and 8" in rows at middle;

- set all nail heads; fill all depressions and joints with hardrock putty; sand all rough

areas for smooth surface finish.

Use: one sided sanded CD and BC plywood: or equal.

Wood floor framing including joists, columns girders and headers shall be

constructed to support IRC minimum design loads. Joists and beams shall be set

with crown up.

Splices shall occur only over bearing points.

Apply adhesive as stated in 5.41 Wood Floor Framing

5.42 Wood Columns

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Shall bear on concrete or solid masonry base. In basements, top of base shall be at

least 3" above finished floor.

Columns shall be continuous without splices. Columns shall be squared at both

ends for level bearing. Top of column shall be fastened to girder with metal clip

angles, with leg screws, spiked or bolted.

5.43 Sill Installation

Termite shields are to be metal and extend 2" over each side of foundation wall.

Shields are to separate all exterior sill plates from masonry

Sill sealer is to be of fiberglass with a nominal dimension of 1" x 4", and is to be

placed over termite shield and under exterior sill plate

Sill plates are to be weather treated with a nominal thickness of 2" and a

nominal width of 8".

Sill sealer is to be placed under all exterior wood walls to provide a barrier against

air infiltration.

5.44 Block And Pad Foundation

Minimum block size shall be 8”x8”x12” solid concrete with a minimum pad size

of 16”x16”x3”. Termite shields shall be installed on all new work. Maximum

block and pad spacing per engineer’s design. All foundation seals shall be 4”x6”

treated material, half-lap spliced and properly nailed with two treated wood cleats.

All joints must be supported by a pier with a pad footing. Floor joist shall be

sized in accordance 2 0 1 2 I R C Span Tables and installed with a continuous end

band.

Foundation Leveling

Leveling of foundations shall be 1/2” + of level. All blocks and pads removed and reset.

Shims shall be no more than 1” in thickness and be galvanized steel. Blocks and pad spacing

shall be as set with a maximum spacing of 6 feet. If required missing blocks are to be replaced,

matching exiting and additional blocks added for leveling. In those locations where termite

shields are missing, and/or where block and wood are in contact, install termite shields.

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Rat-proofing

Rat-proofing shall be a minimum of 2” thick.

Concrete Pier/Repair

Contractor shall make repairs to concrete piers as follows:

Straighten or reset all piers located at site; all shims and support pads mot present or

defective must be replaced or installed new

All piers shall rest upon solid 3”x16”x16” concrete pads, or as specified the

engineer, and be shimmed with treated wood.

Shim depth shall not exceed 2” from top or pier to bottom of beam

Wood coming into contact with concrete shall be spaced with metal or felt paper.

Use: Concrete pier and pad producer. NOTE: Examine disposition of interior floors and walls

located above work area.

Concrete Piers/Install

The contractor shall install support piers as follows:

Remove piers which are defective or substandard (i.e. hollow core cinder blocks, untreated

wood)

Install new solid concrete replacement piers (installation of piers shall be as set forth in

Concrete Piers/Repair description.)

Piers must be installed per the requirements of the 2012 IRC.

Foundation Weep hole/Repair

The contractor shall repair foundation weep holes as follows:

Remove and replace rotted or damaged areas; nail down all loose parts; install missing

pieces

Paint with 2 coats of exterior Latex paint

All weep holes are to be hinged, latched, and made rodent proof

All wood used for framing shall be pressure treated lumber

Reference division 10 for paint

Foundation-Access/Install

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The contractor shall install new foundation weep hole as follows:

Install opening in skirt at location; frame out opening for new access; install

door;

Prime new wood and paid w/2 coats of exterior Latex. All access doors are to be

hinged, latched, and made rodent proof. All wood used for framing shall be pressure

treated lumber.

Reference division 10 for paint.

Exterior Wood Support Beam/Install

The contractor shall comply with the State Board of Windstorm Insurance Inspections when

installing new exterior wall wood support beams, as follows:

Install a new beam;

Set and shim new solid concrete piers and pads;

Splice all joint;

Splices shall be overlapped a minimum of 24”;

Wood shim depth from pier to beam shall not exceed 2”;

Beam size shall be 4”x6” or greater;

New wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or ground

shall be spaced with metal or felt paper. (Work shall comply with the State Board of

Windstorm Insurance Inspection)

Use pressure treated #2 yellow pine; concrete piers and pads from local

producer; or equal

Interior Wood Support Beam/Repair

The contractor shall comply with the State Board of Windstorm Insurance Inspections when

repairing interior wood support beams, as follows:

Jack to remove sag, bow, or bounce; shim existing piers; splice weak areas;

Beam splices shall be overlapped a minimum of 24”;

All new wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact w/concrete or ground

shall be spaced with metal or felt paper..

Use Pressure Treated #2 Yellow Pine; concrete piers and pads.

Interior Wood Support Beam/Install

The Contractor shall comply with the State Board of Windstorm Insurance Inspections when

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installing interior wood support beams, as follow:

Remove all rotted or damaged parts of the beam at location;

Remove defective or non-concrete piers;

Set and shim good existing piers;

Install new solid concrete piers and pads as needed;

Install a new beam;

Set and shim new concrete piers and pads;

Splice all joints;

Splices shall be overlapped a minimum of 24”;

Wood shim depth from pier to beam shall not exceed 2”; beam size shall be 4”x6”

or greater;

New wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or ground

shall be spaced with metal or felt paper

Use pressure treated #2 yellow pine; concrete piers and pads.

Wood Porch/Repair

The contractor shall repair the wood porch as follows:

Remove all rotted or damaged parts of the deck and foundation structural

members;

Correct all leans, bows, and sags due to faulty support piers;

Materials used for repair shall match existing work;

Paint porch with two coats of exterior porch and deck enamel;

New wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or

grounds shall be spaced with metal or felt paper.

Use pressure treated #2 yellow pine;

Wood Steps/Repair

The contractor shall repair the wood steps as follows:

Remove rotted or damaged parts of the wood steps by nailing loose parts;

Replace rotted or damaged parts;

Install new pieces where missing parts are found;

Anchor steps securely to house;

Prime new wood with acrylic primer and paint steps with two coats of exterior

porch and deck enamel;

New wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or

ground shall be spaced with galvanized metal or felt paper;

Use pressure treated #2 yellow pine; When in contact with concrete, the treated lumber

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much be graded for “ground contact”. All cut ends or drilled holes must be treated to

prevent decay.

Wood Steps/Install

The contractor shall install the wood steps as follows:

Remove the existing steps;

Prepare site for new site built steps;

Minimum size shall be 44: wide maximum;

Riser height maximum 7 1/2”;

Minimum run 10”;

Install as to required to height, depth and width;

Use pressure treated # 2 yellow pine;

When in contact with concrete or earth, the treated lumber must be rated for “ground

contact”. All cut ends or drilled holes must be treated to prevent decay.

Reference Division 10 for paint finish.

Floor Joist/Repair

The contractor shall repair the wood floor joist as follows:

Remove all rotted and damage joist;

Jacking to remove sage, bow, and bounce;

Shim existing piers;

Splice weak areas;

Anchor loose joist ends with metal joist hangers;

Install cross braces to remove bow in joist;

Remove doglegs and other objects that cause bulges in interior floor surfaces;

Shim depth from top of pier to beam shall not exceed 2”;

Wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or ground shall be

spaced with galvanized metal or felt paper

Use pressure treated #2 yellow pine; or equal.

Floor Joists/Install

The contractor shall install the floor joists as follows:

Remove all rotted and damaged joist at location;

Install new floor joist with metal joist hangers;

Splice joints;

Install solid concrete piers with pads as needed to eliminate interior floor bounce;

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Joist shall be placed a minimum of 16” O.C.;

Splices shall be overlapped a minimum of 24”;

Wood shim depth from top of pier to beam shall not exceed 2”;

Wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or ground shall be

spaced with galvanized metal or felt paper;

Use: Pressure Treated #2 Yellow Pine

Solid concrete piers and pads from local producer or equal.

5.45 Cross Bridging

Bridging shall be placed approx. 8' apart with 2 rows of 1" x 3" boards or

compression type metal bridging double nailed and driven up tight

5.46 Framing Joists Into Masonry

Joists shall be fire cut sawed. The minimum bearing for joist shall be 3".

5.47 Framing Joists into Side of Wood Girder or Beam

Steel joist hangers shall be \" x 1~" strap iron.

Steel angle shall be 3" x 2" 18 gauge 6" long applied to both sides of joists.

Wood bearing strap shall be at least 2" x 2". Joist shall not be notched more than ¼ of

joist depth. Toenail joist to girder.

5.48 Deck Sheathing: Plywood

Plywood sheathing to match existing in thickness with tight joints at all edges.

New decks over 16" o.c. joist shall have 3/4” T & G plywood glued and nailed

perpendicular to joists. All nails and other metals are to be galvanized. Rows of

plywood sheathing are to be staggered a minimum of 24" per row with

recommended stagger of 48".

5.49 Sheathing: Common Boards

Used as Sub-flooring shall not be over 8" wide or less than 3/4" thick.

Boards shall be nailed with two nails in 4" and 6" thick boards and four nails in 8"

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boards at each joist.

5.50 Structural Steel

5.51 Columns and Plates

Steel bearing on walls shall be as required to distribute the load, but a minimum of

4" bearing is required.

Bearing plates at least ¼" thick shall be installed where beams or girders rest on

concrete or brick. Plates shall be bedded in cement mortar.

Columns supporting wood beams or girders shall have installed a suitable column

cap not less than ¼" thick.

Columns supporting steel beams or girders, may be welded to each other or have a

column cap anchored to beam.

Columns shall have a steel or cast iron base anchored by bolts.

5.52 Steel Joists

Open web steel joist shall be properly bridged. At termination of each row of

bridging, secure same to side anchors which shall be built into the wall by the

masonry contractor. All steel to steel connections shall be welded.

5.53 Partition Framing

All partition framing to be in accordance with 2012 IRC with City of Houston

amendments.

5.54 Exterior Wall Framing

All exterior framing is to be in accordance with 2012 IRC with City of Houston

amendments.

Bracing of Exterior Stud Walls

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All bracing shall be in accordance with 2012 IRC with City of Houston amendments.

Openings in Exterior Walls

All openings shall be in accordance with 2012 IRC with city of Houston amendments.

5.55 Roof Framing

Refer to IRC Chapter 8

5.56 Wood Rafters

Refer to IRC Chapter 8

5.57 Wood Trusses

Refer to IRC Chapter 8 for reference. Truss drawings and instructions shall be

available on site

5.58 Roof Sheathing

Exterior glue 4’ x 8’ - 1/2” plywood with applied Radiant Barrier, type CDX. Use

"H" clips for intermediate support with spacing greater than 24" O.C. Install

plywood perpendicular to rafters and stagger every other row 48". Joints in

lumber sheathing shall occur over supports unless end-matches lumber or approved

clips are used in which case each piece shall bear on at least 2 rafters or joists.

Exterior plywood shall be used where exposed to weather or where necessary for

structural purposes. Provide at least 1/2” clearance between decking and masonry

or concrete walls.

Wood Facia/Repair

Contractor shall repair wood facias as follows:

Remove and replace rotted or damaged area

Nail down all loose facias

Replace any missing pieces

Remove all loose, cracked, and peeling paint

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Prime all new wood with an acrylic primer

Caulk all seams

Apply two coats of exterior latex paint to all facias

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Wood Facia/Install

Contractor shall install wood facias as follows:

Remove and replace wood facia as specified above (See Wood Facial Repair)

Fully prime all new wood with primer

Caulk all seams

Paint with two coats of exterior latex

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Soffit/Repair

Contractor shall repair soffits as follows:

Repair damaged areas by nailing down al loose soffits

Replace missing pieces of soffits

Remove all loose, cracked, and peeling paint

Prime all new wood with primer

Caulk all seams

Apply two coats of exterior latex paint to all soffits

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Soffit/Install

Contractor shall install soffits as follows:

Remove and replace soffit areas as specified in the above soffit repair

description (See, Soffit repair)

Fully prime all new wood with primer

Caulk all seams

Paint with two coats of exterior latex

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Metal Columns Repair

Contractor shall repair metal columns as follows:

Repair shall consists mainly of anchoring and painting

All metal columns shall be surely anchored (metal “L” brackets to be bolted at

top and bottom)

Paint with metal primer

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Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Metal Support Columns/Install

Contractor shall install metal columns as follows:

Removal of existing support columns

Install new metal replacement columns

All metal columns to be securely anchored (metal “L” brackets to be bolted at

top and bottom)

Paint with metal primer

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

5.59 Finish Carpentry: Interior

5.60 Baseboard, Window, Door Casings Crown and Other Molding

Whenever possible new baseboard, moldings and casings are to be matched in size and shape

to existing trim. All joints are to be cut to fit and be tight. Fasten trim work with the appropriate

nails, fasteners, or adhesives. All nails are to be countersunk and filled. No new materials that is

split or otherwise defective will be accepted. All joints in continuous rows of trim will be scarfed

and break on a stud. Material used should be mill finished and sanded, white pine free from

scars. Sand wood before painting. Use stain grade trim where specified and stain and match

existing.

Base-Ceiling Trim/Repair

Contractor shall repair the interior wood trim.

Repair all fixtures and attach surface items

Fill all holes, joints and damaged areas with Latex filler compound

Sand all rough areas smooth

Paint all trim with two coats of interior Latex Semi-Gloss Enamel

Items not removed shall be protected from paint work. Work and

materials shall match existing.

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Base-Ceiling Trim/Install

Contractor shall Install the interior wood trim.

Remove the trim at location

Install new trim at the designated locations as well as missing locations

Remove all fixtures and attached surface items

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Fill all holes, joints and damaged areas with Latex filler compound

Sand all rough areas smooth

Paint all trim with two coats of interior Latex Semi-Gloss Enamel.

Items not removed shall be protected from paint work. All work and

materials shall match existing.

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

5.61 Thresholds

Cut to fit jambs. Secure with casing nails set for putty stopping on wood framing

and with double headed screws and expansion shields on concrete or masonry.

5.62 Chair Rail

Match existing, shall have mitered corners, set back 3/8 inch from the face of

jambs, and nailed to finish and rough jambs and grounds.

5.63 Casings

Match existing, shall have mitered corners, set back 3/8 inch from the face of

jambs, and nailed to finish and rough jambs and grounds.

5.64 Plinth Blocks

Conform to profile of casings.

5.65 Base

A. Nail base to grounds or wood framing members.

B. Nail shoe mold to base.

5.66 Wood Wainscott

Boards shall be laid vertically and securely blind- and face-nailed to wood furring or

grounds.

5.67 Ceiling Scuttles

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Access

Attic space shall be provided with an access opening in accordance with the 2012 IRC with City

of Houston amendments not less than . Access opening shall be readily accessible and provided

with lid or device that may be easily removed or operated, or with the installation of pull down

stairs as per write-up.

Attic Access Repair

Contractor shall repair the attic access as follows:

Repair frame, trim, and opening door cover;

All repair parts shall match existing;

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

Access shall not allow insulation or dust infiltration.

Attic Access install

Contractor shall install a new attic access as follows:

Install new access door at location specified; in accordance with the 2012 IRC with

City of Houston amendments

Install new access complete with all framing, trim and hardware or install pull

down stairs as per write up.

Reference Division 10 for paint finishes

At final, access shall not allow insulation or dust infiltration.

3/8-inch thick interior type A-D Grade plywood closures supported on

continuous woodcleats.

Access stairs to be fire rated 300lb stairs, sealed from conditioned space

Finish wood trim around framed opening.

5.68 Prefinished Hardboard Panels

Apply over wall material in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

Provide factory-finished moldings and other accessories as required.

5.69 Wood Paneling

Materials:

A. Prefinished wood paneling 4' x 8' x 1/4" sheets, as selected by the

owners within the cost allowance given in the work write-up.

B. Panel adhesives.

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C. Nails with matching color heads.

D. Prefinished wood molding.

E. Matching color putty sticks.

Installation: Existing Wall

Cover existing wall surfaces with paneling. Remove any loose plaster, protruding objects such

as nails and screws. Remove old base board and window and door trim if called for. Break

vertical joints over studs and fasten panels securely to the wall using panel adhesive and nails of

sufficient length to penetrate wall studs at least 1/2 inch. If standard color head nails are not

long enough use finishing nails, set heads slightly and cover with matching color putty stick.

Where the new wall paneling is installed directly to the wall framing or over furring strips, install

wood blocking as needed for the top and bottom edges of sheets. Break joints of paneling over

vertical framing members. Attach panels securely to framing, using a combination of panel

adhesive and color matching nails.

Trim: On installations where old base board and trim is left on openings, neatly scribe panels

to trim or base board. If new trim is called for use prefinished trim and moldings to match

paneling, or use white pine and stain with matching stain and apply one coat of interior varnish or

lacquer. Install 3/4" cove moldings to inside corners and at ceilings, 3 1/4" base board, 2 1/4"

casings around window and door frames, and 1/2" x 3/4" shoe molding at floor.

Paneling Trim - Remove existing cove, quarter round, OGEE or other trim from around

doors , windows o r base board . Scribe panel ing to mee t remaining trim and cover

joints with prefinished trim. Finish existing trim to match prefinished trim as closely as possible.

5.70 Finish Stair Work

General: A. Interior stairs shall have a minimum continuous headroom of 6’8”

measured vertically. Minimum width clear of handrail shall be 2’8” for

main stairs. Stringers shall have solid bearing top and bottom. Top of

stringer shall have not less than 4” end bearing or be adequately anchored to

header. Exterior stairs shall bear upon top of slab or on bottom stop

constructed of concrete. Minimum effective stringer depth shall be 3-

1/2”. When the distance between stringers exceeds 2’8” a center stringer

shall be installed, except that 2” treads may span 3’ between stringers.

Stairs shall be installed per the most current City of Houston Residential

Building Code, with amendments. Finish treads shall match existing.

B. Stair work shall be fitted, nailed, screwed, or bolted, and glued together

forming a strong and rigid structure without squeaks or vibration.

Exterior Stairs/Repair

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Contractor shall repair exterior stairs as follows:

Remove all rotted or damaged parts of the exterior stairway

Replace necessary parts; all work, dimensions and materials shall match

existing

All metal is to be primed to prevent rust

Reference division 10 for paint.

Exterior Stairs/Install

Contractor shall install exterior stairs as follows:

Remove existing stairway and replace with new stairway using procedures as indicated

in the above repair description.

All work, dimensions and materials shall match existing

All work shall be treated lumber and be painted with exterior porch and deck enamel or

stained.

All metal is to be primed to prevent rust

Reference division 10 for paint.

5.71 Disappearing Stairs

A. Remove entire existing unit: replace with equivalent code approved unit

5.72 General Exterior Finish Carpentry

A. Provide designs, sizes and materials to match existing whenever possible.

B. Joints in millwork and trim shall be tight, concealing shrinkage and

excluding water

C. In addition to nailing, glue joints of built-up items as necessary for weather

resistant construction.

D. Cope molded work at returns and interior angles and miter it at external

corners. E Furnish exterior door and window trim in single lengths

E. Furnish cornices and other exterior trim in maximum practicable lengths.

G. Fasten woodwork with galvanized finish nails suitable for setting.

H. Provide blind nailing as far as practicable.

I. Set face nails for putty stopping.

5.73 Cornice Work

Assemble with necessary blocking to form protection for vertical joints. Fabricate

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lookouts for cornices of not less than 2 inch stock to provide nailing at all points of

cornice.

5.74 Eave Soffits

Apply fiber cement or LP SmartSide soffits, or match existing materials.

H. Uniformly space joints.

I. Nail at 12 inches on center on all supports.

5.75 Porch Ceilings

Cover Fiber cement panels or LP SmartSide panels, or match existing.

Provide solid bearing at joints, ends, and edges of plywood. Joints shall be V-

grooved, “H” molding, or batten covered.

Secure panels with zinc coated six-penny common nails spaced 10 inches apart

along intermediate supports and 5 inches apart along ends and bearing edges.

Install a bed mold at perimeter.

5.76 Strip Flooring for Porches

Place strip flooring across supports, with close joints, driven tightly.

Blind nail each strip with 8 penny screw type or cement coated cut steel nails.

Stagger joints so that there will be at least two boards between joints.

5.77 Railings

Construct of not less than 2 inch stock. Horizontal surfaces shall have an ample

wash. Upper rails shall be grooved to receive balusters.

Balusters shall be 1-5/16 inches square, fitted to bottom rail and toenailed in place.

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5.78 Vent Screening

A. Provide new screen cloth to match existing.

B. Install vents securely anchored in place and insect proof.

5.79 Siding: General

A. Over framing or wood sheathing, install weather-resistive barrier installed

per the manufacturer.

B. Install siding to lines, with lap as recommended by manufacturer.

C. Distribute end joints uniformly throughout each area with joints spaced a

minimum of two supports (studs).

D. Install flashing over heads, and below sills, of openings, elsewhere required

to provide a weather tight wall.

E. Install corner closures.

F. Securely nail siding and flashings in place, minimum two nails per bearing.

G. Caulk joints between siding and projection.

H. At some locations in addition to siding repair new sheathing will be

required at those locations provide 5/8” treated plywood sheathing with

building wrap under new siding installation

5.80 Installation of Exterior Siding

Products

Engineered wood cladding

Fiber cement siding

Soffit panels

Trim and fascia

Sealant

Weather barrier

Flashing

Manufacturers

Louisiana Pacific LP SmartSide

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James Hardie

Substitutions may be made through the submittal process.

WeatherSmart Weather Resistant Barrier

Or Equal

Siding shall be plain finished, horizontal lap unless otherwise specified. When installing

siding over masonry stucco, or irregular surfaces, contractor shall first install furring strips. 1

in. x 3 in. furring shall be installed at intervals no greater than 16 in. O.C. Existing siding

shall be removed before installation of new siding, unless otherwise indicated.

Siding shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Vertical corner

boards or metal corners shall be used on outside corners. Corner boards shall be used on inside

corners. Joints at all corners shall be caulked with latex caulk. Boards shall be factory primed

and attached with the manufacturer’s recommended fasteners.

5.81 Install Shutters

Shutters are to be anchored with screws in each of the four (4) corners. Shutters to

be vinyl and pre-finished. There is to be one shutter on each side of window and

each side of door, or as stated in work write-up.

5.82 Installation of Aluminum Siding

Siding shall be .024" alum. Pattern and color selection shall be by owner. When

installing siding over masonry stucco, or irregular surfaces contractor shall first

install furring strips. 1" x 3" furring strips shall be installed at intervals no greater

than 16" O.C. Asbestos siding shall be removed before installation of siding. Siding

shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Continuous,

one piece inside and outside corners shall be used at all corners. ''L" OR "J" channel

shall be used around door and window casings and when butting against any surface

such as rake molding soffitts, etc. Backer strips shall be installed at all joints, doors,

windows and corners. All caulk used in areas which came in contact with the siding

shall be the same color as the siding and a product of the same manufacturer.

Contractor shall install aluminum breather foil under siding.

5.83 Installation of Aluminum Trim

Contractor shall furnish and install all necessary materials. Pattern and color

selection shall be by owner from choice of manufacturer’s standard colors. All

wood trim specified in work write-up shall be covered by appropriate aluminum in

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accordance with manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with industry

standards. All rotten or termite infested wood should be removed before aluminum

trim installation. All existing wood which does not provide firm nailing shall be

replaced before aluminum installation.

Wall Structure/Repair

The contractor shall repair the wall framing members as follows:

Expose the noted area by removing carefully interior or exterior wall covering

(salvage as much as possible);

Remove rotted or damaged parts of wall framing members;

Replace parts with new framing members parts;

Replace interior or exterior wall covering (additional pieces as needed);

At those exterior wall repair locations install matching plywood sheathing and

moisture barrier over framing repair.

Repair is to match adjacent area as closely as possible.

Submit flashing details for review where repairs are adjacent to/or include

windows and doors.

Use: #2 Yellow Pine, Spurce-Pine-Fir, or equal

Wall Structure/Install

The contractor shall install the wall structure as follows:

Expose the noted wall area form ceiling to floor by removing carefully the interior

or exterior wall covering (salvage as much as possible);

Remove all of the wall framing members from floor to ceiling;

Reconstruct the wall area complete with all new materials;

Replace interior or exterior wall covering (add additional pieces as needed) to match

adjacent areas.

Use: #2 Yellow Pine or Spruce-Pine-Fir or equal

Roof Structure/Repair

The contractor shall repair the roof structure as follows:

Jack and brace to eliminate rafter (truss) sag, release pressure stress to stop rafter

bowling;

Splice weak or damaged rafters; anchor loose rafter tails to ceiling joist with metal

plates;

New wood for repair shall match existing; splices shall be overlapped a

minimum of 24”;

Struts or brace shall be installed to correct structural defects;

Damaged trusses require an engineered repair.

Use: #2 Yellow Pine

Roof Structure/Install

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The contractor shall install roof structural members(s) as follows:

Remove all rotted or damaged rafter(s) and roof members at location;

Install new 2” x 6” installation rafter(s) or trusses;

New lumber for installation shall match existing;

All defective structural members found shall be replaced

Struts and braces shall be installed to eliminate structural weakness;

Anchor rafters to joist ends with metal plates.

Use: #2 Yellow Pine or equal.

Wood Overhang Support Columns/Repair

Contractor shall repair wood support column(s) as follows:

Make columns secure by anchoring with metal “L” brackets at top and

bottom;

Reset leans and strengthen base for proper bearing;

New wood shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete or ground

it shall be spaced with metal 1” standoff base support.

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Wood Overhang Support Columns/Install

Contractor shall install wood overhang support columns as follows:

Remove existing support column(s), install new wood column(s) at location;

New column(s) shall be no less than 4” x 4” treated post.

Wood columns shall be securely anchored with metal “L” brackets bolted at top

and bottom

Prime wood columns with one coat acrylic primer and two coats of exterior Latex

New columns shall be treated lumber and when in contact with concrete it shall

be spaced with metal 1” standoff base support Use: Pressure Treated Columns;

designed or square post;

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Porch Overhang/Canopy/Repair

The contractor shall repair the porch overhang/canopy as follows:

Repair rotted or damaged parts of the porch overhang/canopy (include roof cover,

porch ceiling cover, structural bracing) by removing rot;

Renail loose pieces and add new parts where missing parts are found;

Prime and paint canopy with two coats of exterior Latex.

Use: Wood products to match existing.

Reference Division 10 for paint.

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Porch Overhang/Canopy /Install

The contractor shall install the overhang/canopy as follows:

Remove the existing overhang/canopy;

Install a new overhang/canopy;

New overhang/canopy shall be constructed of 2” x 6” framing members;

One half (7/16””) CDX ” plywood decking, 15 lbs. roofing felt, Number 3 tab

fiberglass/asphaltic shingles;

Install metal drip edging; min. size shall be 3”x5”;

Overhang/canopy shall be installed above the doorway and anchored and braced

securely;

Metal roof flashing shall be installed between overhang/canopy and house;

Sealed with a water proof adhesive sealer; new wood shall be primed with latex

primer and painted with two coats of exterior latex;

Caution: Overhang/canopy must not hinder the normal operation of exit doors.

Use: #2 Yellow pine lumber or equal.

Metal Handrails/Repair

The contractor shall repair handrail(s) as follows:

(anchoring and painting) All handrails shall be securely anchored, metal “L”

brackets bolted at top and bottom.

Paint with metal primer.

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Handrails/Treated Wood/Install

The contractor shall install treated wood handrails as follows:

Install new wood handrails;

Use all fasteners that are compatible with the treated wood.

All handrails shall be securely anchored; (bolted at top and bottom is acceptable).

EXTERIOR FINISHES

Weather Resistant Barrier shall be installed under finish on all exterior walls and roofing. Exterior

wall coverings shall be of a material approved for exterior use and shall be applied in accordance

with the manufacture’s recommendations.

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Joints of siding shall occur over studs; joints in adjacent pieces shall be tapered.

Minimum thickness cementitious fiberboard for soffits and ceilings of exterior applications

shall be 0.31 in. (8 mm)

Exterior wall covering repair shall be made of material that is a similar match of existing

covering. Nails as set for by Area Building Code Fastening Schedules.

Repairs shall be made where damaged siding is less than 50% of the entire area of siding on the

home. If the damage is greater than 50% of the entire area of siding on the home, all siding will

be replaced.

Exterior Vinyl Siding/Repair

Contractor shall install the exterior siding as follows:

Remove and replace the designated area of damaged or cracked siding;

remove corner trim.

Repair remainder of exterior by nailing loose siding caulk and seal as require

matching existing material.

Siding replacement shall match color gauge and size of existing siding

complete with trim as specified above

Inspect substrate and surface below to insure waterproof/resistant assembly below.

Stagger joints of vinyl siding material with no strips less than 24” and in accordance

with the Vinyl Siding Institute (VSL).

Vinyl Siding shall not be allowed on exterior walls except for repair of less than

50% of such wall.

Vinyl Siding Trim/Repair

Contractor shall repair wood siding trim as follows:

Repair damaged parts of base corners, frieze boards, door and window trim by nailing

down all loose pieces

Install new pieces were missing pieces are found, match perofile gauge and color

of existing material.

Caulk all seams, joints, and cracks

Exterior Wood Siding/Repair

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Contractor shall repair exterior siding surfaces as follows:

Nail loose siding

Remove and replace all rotted or damaged areas, including corner trim

Remove all loose , cracked and peeling paint,

Spot prime new and bare wood with acrylic primer

Caulk all major seams, joints and cracks

Apply two coats of exterior latex paint to all exterior siding; total paint

coverage is required

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Owner may select paint color from normal range of the presented three-color chart. All shrubs,

sidewalks, porches, etc. not to be painted shall be protected. No paint shall be applied unless

exterior temperature is a minimum of 52 deg. F and rising. Contractor is responsible for damaged

paint cover due to application in too cold of temperature.

Exterior Siding/Install

Contractor shall install the exterior siding as follows:

Remove and replace the designated area of damaged or rotted siding; remove corner

trim

Repair remainder of exterior by nailing loose siding

Remove loose, cracked, peeling paint

Spot prime new and bare wood with acrylic primer; caulk all major seams, joints,

and cracks

Siding replacement shall be: Cementitious: Fiber board siding complete with trim as

specified above, LP SmartSide, or equal

Apply two coats of exterior latex paint to all exterior wood (total paint coverage is

required). (Owner may select paint from a normal range of the presented three-

selection color chart. All shrubs, sidewalks, porches, etc. not to be painted shall be

protected; no paint shall be applied unless exterior temperature is a minimum of

52 deg. F and rising; Contractor is responsible for damaged paint cover due to

application in too cold of temperature).

Use: Sherwin Williams paint or equal

Wood shingles shall not be allowed on exterior walls except for repair of less than

50% of such wall.

Wood Siding Trim/Repair

Contractor shall repair wood siding trim as follows:

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Repair damaged parts of base corners, frieze boards, door and window trim by nailing

down all loose pieces

Install new pieces were missing pieces are found

Remove all loose, cracked, and peeling paint from existing trim

Spot prime all new or bare wood with an acrylic primer

Caulk all seams, joints, and cracks

Apply two coats of exterior latex paint to all trim

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Wood Siding Trim/Install

Contractor shall install wood siding trim as follows:

Remove and replace wood trim specified above; spot prime all new wood trim

Any existing trim not to be replaced shall be prepared for painting by

removing all loose, cracked, or peeling paint

Prime all bare spots with an acrylic primer

Caulk all seams and paint all trim with two coats of exterior latex

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Wood Skirting/Repair

Contractor shall repair the wood skirting as follows:

Repair damaged parts of the skirt by nailing down all loose parts; install new parts

where missing pieces are found

Remove loose, cracked, and peeling paint spot prime all new and bare wood

Paint with two coats of exterior latex

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Wood Skirting/Install

Contractor shall install the wood skirting as follows:

Remove existing skirting in the designated area; install new 18 gauge metal “L”

channel 4” below surface

Install new 7/8”x 4’x8’ T-111, 105 1/2”x10” tap siding; or 1/2”x8” masonite lap siding

with metal foundation vents; prime all new wood with acrylic primer; paint skirt

with 2 coats of exterior latex paint

Attach new skirt to a 2”x4” frame; wood used for skirt frame shall be treated lumber

Backfill shall be placed around skirt and compacted to prevent soil erosion

Foundation vents shall be 8”x10” galvanized metal

Reference Division 10 for paint.

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Metal Skirting/Repair

Contractor shall repair metal skirting as follows:

Remove and replace rotted or damaged parts of the skirt

Nail down all loose parts; remove loose, cracked, and peeling paint

Soft prime all new and bare wood; paint with two coats of exterior latex; and

backfill

All wood used for skirt frame shall be treated lumber

Backfill shall be placed around skirt and compacted to prevent soil erosion

Foundation vents shall be 8”x10” galvanized metal.

Reference Division 10 for paint.

Metal Skirting/Install

Contractor shall install metal skirting as follows:

Remove and replace skirting in designated area

Install new metal “L” channel below surface

Install new metal foundation vent(s)

Backfill around structure

Replacement skirt shall be a pre-painted metal or vinyl skirt attached to a metal

“L” channel four inches below grade

All wood used for skirt frame shall be treated lumber

Backfill shall be placed around skirt and compacted to prevent soil erosion

Foundation vents shall be 8”x10” galvanized metal

Reference Division 10 for paint.

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WINDOWS, DOORS AND

HARDWARE

Part I: Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Scope: Provide all Labor, Materials, Equipment, and Services and perform all operations required

for complete installation of:

Windows Including replacement sash, window repairs, aluminum, wood, vinyl, vinyl

replacement window units. Window units shall be constructed of type “S” or “T” stiles,

check rail or plain rail. Material shall be minimum thickness of 1-3/8”. Repair of a window

unit shall include but not be limited to putting the unit into working order, replacing rotten

or broken sashes, re-glazing, installing latches and re-roped.

Doors Exterior entrance doors, interior door, sliding glass door, storm doors and screens, door

repair.

Hardware

All hardware shall be standard brands, suitable for intended purpose, fit snugly, uniform in

color, and free from imperfections. In existing structures, new hardware should match existing.

Locks shall be installed on each exterior door. Exterior hinged doors shall be equipped with

three butt hinges. Doors shall be provided for each opening to as bedroom, bathroom and

toilet compartment and each door shall be provided with suitable privacy lock. Window

units shall have suitable means of locking. Final installation of finish hardware shall occur

after complete drying of the painting or surface finishing. Provide stops, hinge or baseboard

type, for all doors where hardware or door will strike a finished wall or fixed wall or

fixed equipment. "Builders' Hardware" includes items known commercially as builders'

hardware which are required for swing and sliding doors, except special types of unique

and non-matching hardware specified in the same section as the door and door frame. Types of

items in this section include (but are not necessarily limited to):

Lock cylinders and keys

Lock and latch sets

Sliding door equipment

DIVISION 6

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Miscellaneous door devices

Glass Double strength “B” grade - maximum 80 sq. inches 3/16” crystal sheet - maximum

120 sq. inches. Tempered glass shall be installed at locations per IRC Section R308.4. Thickness

and grade shall be as recommended by manufacturer for large and/or more specific use. All

bathroom windows shall be glazed with obscure or stained glass depending on customer

preference. Glass set in wood shall be secured in place with glazing points and face puttied. In

doors, bed in putty and secure with stops. Glass set in metal with glazing clips shall be back-

puttied or set in neoprene glazing bed with putty. When re-puttying, surfaces shall be properly

prepared by removal of all cracked or otherwise unsound glazing material. Proper holding

devices will be installed. New glazing compounds shall be of an acceptable grade and

applied according to manufacturer’s specifications. Type of glazing compound shall conform to

usage.

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstruction of existing windows, doors, and hardware shall

comply with the IRC.

Part 2: General Requirements

6.1 Protection and Cleaning

Remove and replace glass which is broken, chipped, cracked, abraded, or damaged

in other ways during construction period, including natural causes, accidents, and

vandalism.

Wash and Polish glass on both faces not more than four days prior to date

scheduled for inspections intended to establish date of substantial completion in each

area of project. Comply with glass product manufacturer's recommendations for final

cleaning.

6.2 Watertight and airtight installation of each glass product is required, except as

otherwise shown. Each installation must withstand normal temperature changes,

wind loading, impact loading (for operating sash and doors), without failure

including loss or breakage of glass, failure of gaskets to remain watertight and

airtight, deterioration of glazing materials and other defects in the work.

Part 3: Products

6.3 Manufacturers Approved

6.4 Windows

6.5 Vinyl Replacement Windows

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All windows shall be single hung vinyl with positive locking hardware, adjustable balances,

protective weather-stripping and positive sealing at meeting rail. Windows shall be equal to

Showcase Windows, Earthwise 143 Series with Insulated Low-E Impact glass. Units shall be

supplied with removable insect screens. Windows shall be standard sized. Operating sashes are

to be properly weather-stripped to minimize entrance of air and moisture. Unit shall have a DP

rating of 50.

Acceptable Manufacturers:

Any manufacturer having products with AMA certification and manufactured under the

Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) guidelines.

1. AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 – North American Fenestration

Standard/Specification for windows, doors and skylights

2. WDMA I.S.4 - Industry Specification for Preservative Treatment for

Millwork.

6.9 Doors

All doors used to separate one dwelling from another within the same building shall

be of the solid core fire rated type not less than 1-3/8”. Exterior doors, and garage

passage door shall be 1’- 3/4” insulated metal doors. Wood frames shall have

concealed metal reinforcement at latch/lock point. Exterior doors shall be made

weatherproof and watertight and a suitable watertight threshold shall be installed.

Each interior door shall be 1 3/8” flush panel hollow core with paint grade

mahogany veneer faces or pre-hung composite MDF door, molded Colonist Style 6-

panel. Each door will be hung in a wood frame with wood trim and one pair of

butts and latch or locked hardware as scheduled. All doors and frames shall be

primed and given two coats of enamel. Doors not used to separate dwellings shall

be not less than 1-3/8” thickness and may be hollow core, good grade, rotary cut

and have a face veneer of 1/28”. All interior doors shall be removable, stops shall

be provided for all interior doors. Patio doors shall be 6’ double insulated safety

glazed glass.

6.10 Front Entrance

Therma-Tru®, Masonite, , Jeld-Wen, Stanley, Champion, U.S Steel

6.11 Interior

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All products conforming to NWMA Standard IS-I wood flush doors.

6.12 Patio-sliding

Andersen doors and windows;

Jeld-Wen;

Marvin Doors and Windows;

Masonite;

Pella Doors

Ply-Gem;

Therma-Tru

6.13 Hardware

Manufacturer: Obtain each kind of hardware (latch and lock sets, hinges, closers, etc.) from

only one manufacturer, although several may be indicated as offering products complying

with requirements. ANSI A156.2

Provide products by one of the following:

Schlage

KwiksetWeiser

Power Access, (submittals required)

Open Sesame, (Submittals required)

Simplicikey, (Submittals required)

All hardware shall be meet or exceed necessary requirements for TAS/ ADA

Types of items in this section include (but are not necessarily limited to):

Lock cylinders and keys;

Lock and latch sets;

Sliding door equipment;

Miscellaneous door devices.

Provide two keys for each lock.

See end of Section for Hardware Schedule for Interior and Exterior Doors.

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Weather-stripping: AAMA Specification 701.

6.14 Windows: Wood replacement.

No material standards established to date.

6.15 Windows: Aluminum prime.

Compliance standards: Architectural Aluminum Manufacturers

Association (AAMA). Meet minimum standards for residential windows.

6.19 Windows: Storm.

Compliance standards: Architectural Aluminum Manufacturer's Association

(AAMA). Meet minimum standards for residential storm doors and windows.

6.20 Doors

6.21 Wood Doors

NWMA Industry Standard I.S.-1 "Wood Flush Doors" of the National

Woodwork Manufacturer's Association.

6.22 Exterior Insulated Steel Entrance Doors

Door Construction 1-3/4" thick both sides 18 gauge galvanized steel.

Doors filled with polyurethane foam. Core to be foamed in place to form

a monolithic unit. Door edges to be formed and locked into wood stiles

and rails.

Threshold: Provide threshold with weather-strip seal.

6.23 Sliding glass/patio

Provide only AAMA “Quality Certified: Vinyl with attached label. Of thermal

break construction a t tached label with 1/2" air space and insect screen.

6.24 Interior Milled Doors

No material standards established at this time.

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6.25 Interior Flush Wood Doors

Hollow Core Wood Doors: with any type of core complying with the

requirements of NWMA I.5.-1 for hollow core flush doors.

Face Panels: 1/8" hardboard, complying with PS-58 requirements for

treated hardboard and any species of wood for exposed edges and other

solid wood components.

6.26 Wood Screen Doors

Wooden screen doors shall be of select preservative treated pine with

dowel joint construction and furnished with 18/16 mesh aluminum screen

wire. Minimum thickness 1-1/8”.

6.27 Hardware

6.28 Keying

Furnish two (2) keys for each lock.

6.29 Locks, Latches, and Bolts

6.30 Exterior Door

A. Deadlock: Kwikset

B. Lockset: Schlage

C. Butts: 3 hinges

D. Viewer

6.31 Interior Door

A. Butts: 2 Hinges

B. Privacy lock

C. Passage lachset

6.32 Bathroom Door

A. Butts: 2 Hinges

B. Privacy lock

C. Passage lachset

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6.33 Definitions

Part 4: Execution

6.34 Execution Specific Methods

6.35 Replacement Windows

Windows/Wood/Install

Contractor shall install window units as follows:

Remove existing units

Remove and replace all rotted or damaged frame or wood trim

Install new single-hung aluminum unit into repaired frame (unit shall come complete

with hardware and screen)

Reinstall exterior and interior trim

Size of units shall match existing unless specified and approved

In replacement of frames, sills and trim, all items shall match existing

All windows shall be cleaned prior to final

Wood panels to be cut to size for each window and ply locks installed

Furnish vinyl single hung-double glazed windows with insulated/laminated impact glass

and screens. Windows to be of type and location specified in work write-up. Window

units shall be furnished with necessary anchors and clips to provide a complete installation.

Each unit shall be equipped with a cam lock and keeper. No damaged units will be

accepted.

Each sash shall be equipped with two (2) concealed sash balances in jambs, or equivalent,

which permit removal of one (or both) sash to the interior of the structure for washing or

maintenance without dismantling any frame members or use of special tools.

All joints of the frame shall be mechanically joined by means of screws securely fitted

into screw grooves and assembled in a manner to provide permanent weather tight

joints. The joint formed by the jamb and sill frame shall be made weather tight by an

approved sealant. All sash members shall be firmly joined with interlocking mechanical

joints, tabbed, and screws securely fitted into screw bosses.

Exposed surfaces of aluminum members shall be pre-finished, uniform in color, clean

and free from surface blemishes.

Erection shall be by experienced mechanics only. Windows shall be installed plumb, level,

true to plane and firmly secured. Provide materials and labor for perimeter caulking,

grouting, and cleaning unit on interior and exterior. Leave frame and opening in a like new

condition.

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Windows/Close Opening

Contractor shall remove windows units and close openings as follows:

Removal of window unit(s)

Replace rotted or damaged framing prior to closing opening

Install R-13 batt insulation in cavity

Install new wall covering inside and out to match adjacent areas

Use: Local supplier or equal

All closed openings shall blend as closely as possible to existing adjacent areas

Wood Window Screen/Repair

Contractor shall repair window screens as follows:

Repair any damaged frame members

Replace torn wire screen

Paint units if wood

Use: A local supplier

Window Screen/Install

Contractor shall install window screens as follows:

Remove existing unit

Install new aluminum frame screen to opening

Use: A local supplier

6.36 Screen Replacement or Repair

Contractor shall replace or repair all screens as specified in the work

write-up. Screens shall be mounted in a removable aluminum frame. If

the frame is over four feet high, an aluminum cross member shall be

used. Screen shall be aluminum; fiberglass screening is not acceptable.

Screens shall not be patched; a minimum repair is replacing the screen in

an existing frame. If wood screen bead is replaced, the wood shall be

primed and painted to match existing.

6.37 Wood Screen

Wood Screen Door/Repair

Contractor shall repair wood screen doors as follows:

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Repair any damaged frame members

Replace screen

Replace defective hardware

Paint unit

Wood Screen Door/Install

Contractor shall install wood screen doors as follows:

Remove existing units and replace with new wood frame screen door complete with

necessary hardware (closer, latch)

Prime and paint

6.38 Door / Window Trim

Door-Window Trim/Repair

Contractor shall repair the interior wood trim as follows:

Remove all fixtures and attached surface items

Fill all holes, joints and damaged areas with Latex filler compound

Sand all rough areas smooth

Paint all trim with (2) coats of interior Latex Semi-Gloss Enamel

Work and materials shall match existing; (items not removed shall be protected from

paint work)

Use: Sherwin Williams paint or equal

Door-Window Trim/Install

Contractor shall install interior wood trim as follows:

Remove trim at location

Install new trim at designated locations as well as missing locations

Remove all fixtures and attached surface items

Fill all holes, joints and damaged areas with Latex filler compound

Sand all rough areas smooth

Paint all trim with (2) coats of interior Latex Semi-Gloss Enamel

Work and materials shall match existing; (items not remove shall be protected from

paint work)

Use: Sherwin Williams paint or equal

6.39 Window Repair

Windows (Wood/Alum)/Repair

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Contractor shall repair the wood/aluminum window units as follows:

Free lower sash so that it opens properly

Replace broken glass

Reset loose glass

Remove bad glazing

Apply new glazing to units to make air tight seal

Replace all rotted sills, casings, framing member, screens and trim both inside and out

Install new lock and sash stop if existing is not present or cannot be repaired to operate

Paint unit and trim both inside and out

All items such as replacement frames, sills sash hardware and screens shall match

existing.

Use: Part from local supplier or equal

All windows shall be cleaned prior to final

6.40 Repair Wood D.H. Window with Aluminum Track

Remove paint from aluminum track to allow upper and lower window sash to

operate smoothly and close to form tight seal. Repair or replace locks to make

operable. Tracks should be firmly attached to window frame at top and bottom. If

fasteners are necessary, they should in no way impede the vertical motion of the

window units. Tension of spring assembly should be adjusted to allow proper

window movement.

6.41 Repair and re-glaze Wood D.H. Windows

Remove paint from tracks to allow upper and lower window sash to operate

smoothly and close to form tight seal. Repair or replace locks to make operable.

Replace sash cords where necessary.

Remove all loose or cracked glazing scrape down to wood. Replace broken or

cracked glass and install new Latex base glazing compound and paint to match

existing for finished appearance. In replacements of frames, sills, and sash, trim and

hardware shall match existing work in design and dimensions unless otherwise

specified in the work write-up. Chain shall be used in all sash cord replacement.

Two window lifts and one locking device shall be installed on all sash replacements.

When new sashes are installed into existing frame, the contractor shall check all

window parting stops. Stops that are missing, broken, or rotted or impaired, proper

window operation shall be replaced by the contractor.

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6.42 Glass Sliding Doors

Glass Sliding Doors/Repair

Contractor shall repair glass sliding door unit(s) as follows:

Remove and replace damaged or missing jamb, trim parts or screens

Set door plumb to close and lock properly

Replace all defective hardware (striker plates, locks, hangers, slides:

Replace any broken glass with tempered glass

Paint trim inside and out

Use door parts which are compatible with existing (All exterior doors shall be air tight

and lockable)

Glass Sliding Doors/Install

Contractor shall install glass sliding door unit(s) as follows:

All units shall contain tempered glass

Remove existing door and replace damaged jamb, or trim parts

Set new door plumb to close and lock properly

Unit shall come complete with screen and hardware (striker plates, lock, hangers,

slides)

Reinstall and paint trim both inside and out

Install as per manufacturer’s recommendation all exterior doors shall be air tight,

lockable and in a workmanlike manner.

Exterior Door / Repair

Contractor shall repair exterior entrance door unit(s) as follows:

Repair damaged jamb, or trim parts by nailing loose parts

Install new parts where damage is too severe or missing parts are found

Reset existing door plumb to close and lock properly

Replace all defective hardware, (striker plates, locks, thresholds)

Install new aluminum vinyl weather-strip, peephole doorstop and threshold

Re-install and paint door and trim both inside and out

Trim shall match adjacent areas

Locks shall be keyed alike for two units or more

Use: Krestmark door; Kwickset lock; M-D door parts; Sherwin Williams paint; or

equal. (All exterior door (s) shall be air tight and lockable at final.)

6.43 Exterior Wood Door Replacement

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Door is to be made of clear, kiln dried ponderosa pine with faces machine sanded.

Door shall be four-panel type with solid core. Door is to be 1-3/4" in thickness and

primed before installation and painted after installation. When specified, use stain

grade door and trim. Finish selection by owner. Style to be selected by owner.

Replace jamb, caulk, and prime. Install aluminum and vinyl threshold and bronze

tension-type weather-stripping. Pre-hung units are to be used whenever possible

with an aluminum and vinyl threshold and sweep.

6.44 Installation of Metal Exterior Door

Door is to be 1-3/4" thick metal with foam insulation and magnetic weather-

stripping. Door design shall be selected by homeowner. Plastic trim shall not be used

on face of door. Threshold shall be aluminum with factory installed vinyl sweep

with aluminum sill or aluminum sill with vinyl bubble. Jamb shall be wood, caulked,

and primed. Pre-hung units are to be used whenever possible.

Contractor shall install exterior entrance door units(s) as follows:

Remove door and jamb from existing frame

Rework frame as necessary to install new pre-hung metal clad exterior door, type to be

same or similar as door being replaced complete with exterior lock, keyless deadbolt,

aluminum vinyl weather-strip, peephole, doorstop and threshold.

Re-install and paint door and trim both inside and out (trim shall match adjacent areas;

locks shall be keyed alike for two units or more

6.45 Installation of Storm Doors

Storm doors are to be of aluminum, baked enameled, factory finished. Unit

is to include threshold, weather-stripping, closer, chain stop, and lock

assembly. Door is to be hinged on the same side jamb as exterior door,

or as indicated in drawing or work write-up. Door must give a tight fit

when closed.

Storm Door/Repair

Contractor shall repair storm door(s) as follows:

Repair damaged aluminum frame members

Replace broken or cracked glass

Replace defective hardware (closer, latch, screen)

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Reset door; all materials and dimensions shall match existing

Use: Chamberlin Feather Light; Krestmark Products or equal

6.46 Installation of Interior Wood Passage Doors

All interior doors are to be pre hung jamb units, if possible. . Jambs and casings

are to be of clear pine material. Doors are to be 1-3/8" thick hollow core

hardboard when door is to be painted (Sherwin Williams or equal) or lauan

mahogany when door is to be natural finish. Install two hinges and pre-bored for

passage locks. All units are to be hung plumb, true, and square with equal margins.

Doors are to fit tightly against stop and have no play in strike plate/lock assembly

Install passage lock and door stop (wall or hinge type).

Interior Doors/Repair

Contractor shall repair interior door unit(s) as follows:

Repair damaged frame, jamb or trim parts by nailing loose pieces

Installing new parts where missing parts are found

Reset door plumb to close and latch properly

Replace defective hardware (striker plates/latches)

Paint or stain door unit on both sides, top and bottom(Sherwin Williams or equal)

Use: Banner latches; Sherwin Williams paint; or equal

Interior Doors/Install

Contractor shall install interior door unit(s) as follows:

Remove existing door from existing jamb

Remove all rotted or damaged jamb or trim parts

Install new hollow core Lauan Mahogany flush faced wood door, or equal, with

passage latch or bath lock at bathroom to set and close properly

Paint or stain door unit on both sides

Use: Banner latches; Sherwin Williams enamel paint or stain; or equal

Interior Doors (Double)/Repair

Contractor shall repair interior door units(s) as follows:

Repair all damaged frame, jamb or trim parts by nailing loose pieces

Install new parts where missing parts are found

Reset door plumb to close and latch properly

Replace defective hardware (hinges, latches, slides, hangers);

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Paint door and trim on both sides

Use: Banner latches; Sherwin Williams paint or equal 6.47 Access Door

Install Milcor style "M" 24" x 30" metal access panel. Installation shall be performed according to

manufacturer's instructions.

6.48 Garage Doors

Install a 3/4” insulated steel garage door, flush finish (exterior)(Color as selected

by owner from manufacturers standard factory finishes) , tongue and groove section

joints, 1 3/4” integral reinforcing struts, smooth interior finish with baked on two

coat polyester finish and primer. Provide 10 year warranty on skin and delamination.

Manufactured by Wayne Dalton Door System, “Classic 9100 and 9605 Steel Doors”

or approved equal. If attached to the structure, the framing and door must be TDI-

approved.

Garage Door/Repair

Contractor shall repair garage door(s) as follows:

Repair all defective parts of the door, frame, and hardware

Doors with garage door openers must have functional Garage Door Safety

SensorsRemove cracked or peeling paint

Paint with two coats of exterior Latex

Use: Sherwin Williams paint or equal.

Garage Door/Install

Contractor shall install the garage door.

Remove and replace the door unit

Repair any defective frame or hardware prior to installing new unit

Paint with two coats of exterior Latex

Use: Wayne Dalton, Centurion; Overhead Door or equal.

6.49 Door Frame Installation

Door frame is to be made of 5/4" clear, treated, ponderosa pine, oak, or birch with

faces machine sanded. No finger joints will be accepted when work write-up

specifies stain finish. Frame is to be set square, level, and plumb. Anchor frame

with 2-1/2" wood screws above and below each hinge and strike plate. Secure bottom

of jamb and header in the same manner. Use shims where needed. Prime or seal

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before installation and paint after installation.

Framing shall include 2x6 members for railing to screw into for TDI approved rating.

The 2x6 are to be attached to wall studs that have been hurricane clipped and strapped.

6.50 Plane or Adjust Door

Plane door to provide uniform space between door and jamb and to allow smooth

operation of door. Adjust striker plate to allow door to close tightly without

excessive movement. Touch up with paint to match existing.

6.51 Hardware, Thresholds, and Weather-stripping

6.52 Existing Hardware Installation

Reinstall all existing door hardware including locksets, dead bolts, mail

slots, peep holes, automatic closers, and security devices in accordance

with UL 235.

6.53 Lockset with Deadbolt

Exterior keyed locksets are to be installed as per manufacturer's directions. Lockset

is to include deadbolt within basic assembly. Use bright brass or nickel finish.

Furnish key in knob lockset for all entrance doors and a deadbolt secondary

locking (brass or nickel finish) device keyed on one side only. Key all locksets alike.

6.54 Exterior Lockset

Contractor shall install a keyed exterior lockset with turn knob or push button

interior lock control. Lockset shall be installed as per manufacturer 'directions.

Finish and design shall be selected by the homeowner.

6.55 Exterior Deadbolt

Contractor shall install a keyed deadbolt above the lockset. Deadbolt shall be keyed

on one side on solid doors with at least 5/8" minimum throw with single cylinder.

Note: No deadbolt keyed on both sides is allowed in the dwelling. Finish shall be

satin or polished brass. Deadbolt shall be installed as per manufacturer's directions.

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All exit doors shall be openable from the interior without the use of a key or special

knowledge or effort

6.56 Exterior Door Threshold

Contractor shall install new threshold. Unit shall be aluminum sill with a vinyl

bulb, metal on metal carpet strip, or vinyl sweep under door with an aluminum sill.

Sill shall be attached to floor with screws and caulked to form a tight seal.

6.57 Exterior Door Weather-stripping

Contractor to install new weather-stripping at sides and top of door jamb to form a

tight seal with door closed. Material shall be new bronze tension-type weather-

stripping.

THERMAL PROTECTION

Part I: Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Provide all labor, materials, equipment, services, and perform all operations required for

complete installation and related work as follows:

Insulation of: Attics Crawl spaces and basements, Duct work, Water Conveying systems.

Caulking interior and exterior.

Weather stripping: exterior openings and misc.

Provision of vapor barriers.

Creation of adequate ventilation.

Division 7

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Part 2: General Requirements

7.1 Insulation – required to meet IRC with City of Houston amendments

7.2 Thermal Conductivity

Thickness shown are for thermal conductivity (k-value at 75°F or 24 C)

specified for each material. Provide adjusted thickness as directed for equivalent

use of material having a different thermal conductivity. Where insulation is

identified by ''R” value, provide appropriate thickness.

7.3 Product Handling

General Protection: Do not allow insulation materials to become wet, or soiled. Comply with

manufacturer's recommendations for handling, storage and protection during installation.

7.4 Caulks and Sealants

Install the caulking and sealing material in strict accordance with the sealant

manufacturer's printed directions and shall result in a completely weather tight

job.

Part 3: Products

7 5 Manufacturers Approved

7.6 Insulation

7 7 Reflective Insulation

Kaiser Aluminum ~ Chemical Sales, Inc Alcoa Building Industries.

Thermal Materials, Inc.

7.8 Rigid Insulation

Celotex Corp.

Johns-Manville Corp.

Pittsburgh Corning Corp.

Owens Corning

7.9 Batt Insulation

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CertainTeed St. Gobain.

Celotex Corp., Subdivision of Jim Walter Corp. Johns-Manville Corp.

Owens Corning Fiberglass Corp., Home Building Products Division Rockwool

Industries Inc.

Knauf Insulation

7.10 Loose Fill Insulation

CertainTeed St. Gobain.

Rockwool Industries, Inc.

Johns Manville Insulation Systems

Knauf Insulation

Owens Corning

7.11 Wet blown cellulose CertainTeed or equal.

7.12 Caulking and Sealants

7.13 Sealants

General Electric Co.

Dow Corning Co.

W. R. Grace. Textured Coatings of America, Inc.

7.14 Weather-stripping

Zero Weather-stripping Co., Inc. Crown Industrial

Pemko Manufacturing.

M-D Building Products

7.15 Vapor Barriers

Barricade

CertainTeed

Reef Industries

RadiantGUARD

WR Meadows

None researched at this time.

7.16 Venting Devices

7.17 Ridge vents

HC Products Co.

Air Vent, Inc.

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Benjamin Obdyke, Inc

GAF

L:omanco, Inc

Owens Corning

Tamko

7.18 Soffit Vents

Master Flow

Air Vent, Inc.

CMI

7.19 Material Standards

7.20 Codes and Standards

Provide and install all units and accessories in accordance with the provisions of the

following:

American Society for Testing and Material (ASTM) Federal Specification (FS-HH-

L-5586, Form A, Class 1) Underwriter's Laboratories (U.L.)

IRC with City of Houston amendments

7.21 Insulation Material

Provide insulation material of uniform thickness and size.

7.22 Fibrous Batt Insulation

Fiberglass or rockwool to comply with Federal Specification HH-1-521E or ASTM

C262 and C553.

7.23 Reflective Insulation

Sheet metal or foil complying with Federal Specification HH-1-1252A

7.24 Rigid Insulation

Edges square cut; polystyrene HH-1-524B, Mineral fiber HH-1-526C, Mineral

Aggregate HH-1-529B, Urethane HH-1-530A or ASTM C591, and Asbestos-

Cement Fiberboard Panels HH-1-001084 or ASTM C551.

7.25 Loose Fill Insulation

Mineral fibers or fire resistant treated cellulose fibers complying with Federal

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Specifications HH-1-515B.

7.26 Caulks

7.27 One-Component Acrylic Sealant

Acrylic terpolymer, solvent-based, one-part, thermo-plastic sealant compound; solids

not less than 95% acrylic; complying with FS TT-S00230, Class B, Type II;

recommended by manufacturer for general use as an exposed building construction

sealant.

7.28 Acrylic-Emulsion Sealant

Acrylic emulsion or latex rubber modified acrylic emulsion sealant compound,

permanently flexible, non-staining and nonbleeding; recommended by manufacturer

for general interior exposure.

7.29 Weather-stripping

Zero Weather-stripping Co., Inc.

7.30 Thresholds

Thresholds, Number 70, Aluminum.

7.31 Hook Strips

A. Out swinging doors, Numbers 25-W Bronze.

B. In swinging doors, Number 22.

7.32 Raindrops

No. 11, extruded aluminum.

7.33 Spring Bronze Weather-stripping

Series No. 18, hemmed edged, 32 B and S gauge, applied to jambs and heads.

Bronze or clear finish.

7.34 Venting Devices

7.35 Screens for Soffit Vents

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Provide wire cloth, 18 x 14 mesh of 0.013 diameter aluminum wire, complying

with FS RR-W-365, Type VII, except black anodized "gun metal" coating on wire.

7.36 Definitions

7.37 Preparation of Surface for Caulks and Sealants

Clean and dry and rake out all joints and spaces to a depth of at least .375 in.

(3/8); remove all dust by swabbing with wet moistened with cleaner recommended

by the caulking manufacturer. Fill deep joints and joints more than 0.25 in. (1/4)

wide to within .375 in. of the surface with sealant backer, well forced in to provide a

watertight seal: fill the exposed space with caulking compound. On the exterior,

prime surfaces of masonry, concrete or metal in contact with caulking, before

caulking is applied. Surfaces in contact with sealing compound shall be dust-free and

clean.

7.38 Cleaning

Clean off excess compound or smears with cleaning material recommended

by the manufacturer of the compound. Leave work in a condition satisfactory to the

Architect.

Part 4: Execution

7.39 Execution Specific Methods

7.40 Insulation

Installation – must meet manufacturer installation requirements

Blowing or pouring type insulation shall not be installed in attic space if roof slope is less than 3

to 12. Ceiling insulation shall be cellulose or mineral wool non-asbestos material, not readily

absorb or retain moisture, non-combustible, and shall not attract insects or vermin. Furnish

and install cellulose or fiberglass insulation over entire attic area above conditional crawl space

to provide a temperature resistance value of R- 38 (total). Seal any penetrations or holes. Furnish

and install a minimum 3 1/2” thick fiberglass or mineral wool batt insulation (R-13) with paper

backing in exterior wall stud space. New construction to be installed per ResCheck Schedule.

7.41 Attic Insulation

The contractor shall install sufficient cellulose or fiberglass insulation to provide

the minimum R-rating specified in the work write up. If a vapor barrier does not

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already exist, install polyethylene strips between joists or trusses. Insulation/Attic

(Add (R-38) Install

Contractor shall add cellulosic insulation (R-38) into the attic as follows:

Install blown cellulosic as per manufacturer’s direction.

Use: Owens Corning or equal.

7.42 Outer Attic Rafter

The contractor shall install R-30 fiberglass batts kraft paper or open face backed

one side; between roof rafters, by stapling batt facing flange to the edge of the rafter

every 12 inches, with backed side facing inside or toward heated space In the event

that flooring does not exist in the attic, work will be performed off of plywood

sheets or boards so as not to damage the ceiling below.

7.43 Crawl Space Walls

The contractor shall install the following materials. Install 6-mil polyethylene over

earth. Where joists run at right angles to the wall, install 3½“ batt insulation

sections against the Header. The contractor shall then insulate the wall by nailing

the top of each batt strip to the sill by using ½“ x 1½" wood nailers. Wall insulation

strips shall be cut long enough to cover two feet of floor space. Where joists run

parallel to the wall the strips shall be cut long enough to cover two feet of floor

space. Where joists run parallel to the wall the contractor shall install the batt

insulation to the bond joists by using ½“ x 1½" nailers, overlapping the two foot

sections at the corners of the crawl space. The contractor shall lay sections of

2"x4" lumber along the wall on top of the batts to weight them in place.

7.44 Floor Insulation

The contractor shall install R-l9 fiberglass batt insulation, kraft paper or open face

faced on one side or foam, between floor joists with wire mesh, chicken wire or

spring wire stays. Wire mesh shall be stapled to the bottom of floor joists at

right angles to joists. Slide bats, kraft paper or open face facing upward) on top

of wire. Fold batt at ends of header so as to cover the full depth of joist. Do not

block combustion air openings for furnace.

7.45 Stud Wall-Blown Insulation

The contractor shall install sufficient cellulose fiber insulation to provide R-19 rating

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for 2”x6” stud walls and R-13 for 2”x4” stud walls.. All spaces above and below

blocking within the wall are to be completely filled. All holes in interior wall

finish are to be repaired to match existing.

7.46 Stud Wall Batt Insulation

The contractor shall install kraft paper or open face batt insulation; R-19 rating for

2”x6” stud walls and R-13 for 2”x4” stud walls.. between wall studs by stapling

batt facing flange to the edge of studs every 12 inches; with kraft paper or open

face facing toward heated area. Any cracks around door and window framing shall

be packed with loose insulation.

7.47 Insulation Behind Vinyl or Alum Siding

Install ½“ (R=3 to R=4) Thermax or equivalent foil faced sheathing per manufacturers

recommendations.

7.48 Domestic Hot and Cold water Piping

7.49 Shall be insulated with 1" thick 4-7 lb. density glass fiber sectional pipe covering,

with non-asbestos cement built up around fittings and valve bodies and jacket of

.03 maximum permeability, lapped and sealed at all joints and seams. Stapling will

not be allowed.

7.50 Covering for "Cold" Pipes

Covering for "cold pipes shall pass unbroken through hanger crevices, sleeves, etc.

All details of covering for cold surfaces shall be such that continuous covering with

unbroken vapor barrier is provided. The same covering and hanging detail shall be

used for pipes connecting to vibrating equipment or carrying pulsating pressures to

avoid metal to metal contact between pipes and hangers.

7.51 HVAC

7.52 Ductwork

Sound lining shall be applied to all return air ducts and shall be fiberglass ultra liner

1/2" thick by SOFTR Aeroflex Plus by Owens Corning or equal. Duct lining

shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Stick clips

where used shall not compress bound lining more than 10% of its nominal

thickness. Liner shall be U L. approved for use in accordance with NFPA Pamphlet

90A.

7.53 Caulking and Sealing

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7.54 Interior and Exterior Caulking

Prepare surface and then seal all cracks between plaster and wood door trim, window

trim and cabinets or wood items attached to wall. Seal at joints of plaster and

ceramic tile. Remove old caulking and caulk all joints between brick and window

frames. Seal any and all cracks in interior or exterior wood that may provide insect

harbor use after prime coat of paint but prior to finish coat. Use architectural grade

oil or latex caulk. Cracks of 1/4" wide or larger shall be first packed solid with

foam backed sealing rod. All caulking beads shall be smooth and neat and clean.

7.55 Infiltration Prevention

7.56 Weather Stripping

Install in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions to ensure proper

seal. Install threshold the full width of the opening and cut to fit the door frame

between jambs.

Weatherstrip (Doors)

Contractor shall install weather strip to doors as follows:

For Doors: Install new aluminum/vinyl weatherstrip at all edges to form a tight seal.

Use: Mackelburg-Duncan (M-D) Products or equal.

Final work shall result in a properly sealed door.

Weatherstrip (Windows)

Contractor shall install weatherstrip to windows as follows:

For Windows: Install foam weather-stripping at sash dividers and all edges

Use: Mackelburg-Duncan (M-D_Products or equal

Final work shall result in a properly sealed Window

7.57 Venting

7.58 Gable End Vent Repair

Clean debris from between louvers. Install aluminum screen to interior side of

vent to provide tight seal. Replace any broken louvers.

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WALL AND CEILING FINISHES

Part I: Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Furnish all labor, materials, equipment and supplies to carry out the operations necessary to

accomplish the following tasks:

Gypsum board Plastering Papering

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing wall and ceiling finishes shall comply

with the 2012 IRC with City of Houston amendments.

8.01 Note:

Tasks not found in this division include ceramic tile in Bath Division, wood and

plastic paneling in Carpentry Division.

Part 2 General Requirements

8.2 Manufacturer

Obtain gypsum board and paneling products from a single manufacturer, or from

manufacturers recommended by the prime manufacturer of gypsum boards or

paneling.

8.3 Allowable Tolerances

1/8" offsets between planes of board faces, and 1/4" in 8'-0" for plumb, level, warp

and bow.

8.4 Job Conditions

It shall be the responsibility of this Contractor to ensure that the areas in which

drywall is being installed is adequately heated. He shall maintain a temperature of

not less than 55 degrees and provide adequate ventilation during and following joint

treatment application.

DIVISION 8

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Part 3: Products

8.5 Manufacturers Approved

8.6 Gypsum Board and Accessories

1. Celotex Corp.

2. Georgia-Pacific Corp.

3. Johns-Manville.

4. National Gypsum Co.

5. U.S. Gypsum Co.

6. James Hardie Building Products

7. Others as approved

8.7 Plastic Finished Hardboard Wall and Wainscot Panels

A. The Masonite Corporation, Chicago, Illinois.

8.8 Prefinished plywood Wall and Wainscot Panels

A. Georgia-Pacific, Portland, Oregon.

B. U.S. Plywood Corporation, New York, N.Y.

8.9 Plastic Members

A. Durawood Cellular Moldings manufactured by CertainTeed Products

Corporation, Ardmore, Pa.

B. Vinyl Moldings manufactured by the U.S. Plywood Corporation, New York,

N.Y.

8.10 Plaster

Base coat shall be "Gold Bond", "Gypsolite" or equal mill mix pre-proportioned

lightweight Gypsum-Perlite basecoat plaster. Finish coat shall be Gold Bond "E-Z

Soak" finish lime, or equal. Water shall be clean and free from organic materials,

oil, and alkaline. Mixing-all base coat and finish plasters shall be mixed in

accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

8.11 Material Standards

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8.12 Gypsum Board Standard

GA-216 by Gypsum Association. ASTM C36

Interior finish of all exterior walls, and all interior partitions shall be sheathed with

1/2” inch thick gypsum wall board applied vertically, and with all joints taped

and floated smooth. Wall board shall be attached to studs with galvanized 1 3/8”

long nails at a maximum spacing of 8” inches Ceiling shall be sheathed with 1/2”

thick gypsum board panels nailed at maximum 7” inches on-center. Exposed gypsum

board corners shall be reinforced with #118 continuous corner bead. All exposed

gypsum board will be textured and painted. Sheetrock shall be installed with all

external corners protected with metal corner beads. Joints and corners on sheetrock

must be taped, topped and made smooth and ready for paint. Texture shall be

sprayed or rolled to a medium consistency. Fire wall joints must be taped. A high

quality taping compound not containing asbestos shall be used. All work shall be in

conformance with manufacturer’s printed directions.

8.13 Fire-Resistance Rating

Where gypsum drywall systems with fire resistance ratings are indicated or are

required to comply with governing regulations, provide materials and installations

identical with applicable assemblies which have been tested and listed by recognized

authorities, including UL.

8.14 Gypsum Wallboard for Replacement

1/2" thick gypsum ASTM C36, with paintable paper-faced surfaces and with long

edges tapered for standard joint treatment.

8.15 Gypsum Wallboard for Repair

Gypsum wallboard, ASTM C36, with paintable paper-faced surface in thicknesses to

match adjacent wallboard.

8.16 Moisture-Resistant Gypsum Wallboard

Moisture resistant gypsum board with core and non-paper facings to resist moisture

and mold to comply with ASTM D3273C1396 as a wall tile back up board around

shower stalls, bathtubs, and bathroom wainscots.

8.17 Fasteners

Fasteners are to be per the manufacturer for the specific application.

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8.18 Metal Trim Accessories: Galvanized Wallboard Trim Accessories

A. At external corners: Corner bead with smooth, rigid metal nose bonded to

paper tape flanges.

B. At exposed wallboard edges around openings: Beaded nose casing bead with

exposed flange knurled for joint treatment.

C. Where wallboard abuts dissimilar construction: Square edge semi-finishing

casing bead.

8.19 Joint Treatment Materials

A. Joint Tapes: Plain or perforated; ASTM C475.

B. Joint Compound: Adhesive with or without fillers; ASTM C475.

1 Single Compound Treatment: Manufacturer's single-component

compound for both bedding and finishing joints.

2 Two-Compound Treatment: Compatible joint compounds; one for

bedding and the other for finishing joints.

8.20 Paneling

Standards: Comply with the applicable provisions for grading and workmanship of

the

ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK QUALITY STANDARDS

ILLUSTRATED of the American Woodwork Institute (AWI).

8.21 Plaster

Plaster minimum thickness over metal lath, wire, fabric, masonry or concrete shall

be 5/8”; over gypsum lath, fiberboard lath or wood lath, 1/2”. Apply plaster in

three-coat work if base is gypsum lath or masonry.

Apply plaster in three-coat work if base is gypsum lath or masonry. Install suitable

plaster grounds of required plaster thickness at openings and at intersection of walls

and floor. Internal angles shall be reinforced with expanded metal lath having not

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less than 2” legs, or of woven or welded-wire-fabric of equivalent strength. External

angles shall be protected with corner bead.

For gypsum or fiber lath, reinforce corners of all openings with strips of metal

lath (approx. 6”x8”) install at 45 deg. Perforated lath supported by clips shall not be

used for ceiling installations. Gypsum lath shall not be used as a base for Portland

Cement plaster.

Part 4 Execution 8.22 Gypsum Board

A. Install with boards in moderate contact.

B. Conceal cut edges at internal and external corners by overlapping edges of

the abutting boards.

Ceilings: Install wallboards with the long dimension at right angles to the

supporting members, ends on supporting members.

Walls:

A. Install wallboards with edges occurring on supporting members.

B. Place boards with the long dimension vertical, and each board continuous

from floor to ceiling.

C. Contractor shall install interior sheetrock wall covering as follows:

1 Remove all fixtures, nails, and attached surface items not to be

painted; clean all surfaces as per paint manufacturer’s directions;

remove the area designated for replacement from stud to stud as

necessary; install new sheetrock at replacement area

2 Tape, bed and float joints at replacement area. For remaining wall

surfaces: Fill all cracks, etc. with latex compound; rebel loose tape

work; apply a coat of texture to all wall surfaces; replace all damaged

or missing trim to match existing; apply two coats of low VOC

interior latex paint to all wall surfaces (If bath or kitchen use low

Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) latex enamel)

3 Reinstall fixtures; items not removed from walls shall be protected

from paint work

4 Use: Sherwin Williams paint or equal Repair Work

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A. Remove existing defective wallboard to expose 1/2 the existing supporting

members on opposite sides.

B. Cut wallboard to fit snugly and fasten to supporting members.

C. Reset fastener heads and re-tape joints as required. Contractor shall repair

the interior sheetrock wall covering as follows:

Remove all fixtures and attached surface items not to be painted; clean all

surfaces as per paint manufacturer’s directions; spot fill holes, cracks, etc.

with latex compound; rebel loose tape work

Replace all damaged or missing trim to match existing ; apply two coats

of low VOC interior latex paint (if bath or kitchen use low VOC latex enamel)

Reinstall fixtures; items not removed from wall shall be protected from paint

work Use: Sherwin Williams’s low VOC paint or equal

At showers, tubs and similar "wet" areas, install water-resistant backing board.

Apply with factory edge at bottom of work, and space 1/4" above fixture lips.

Seal ends, cut edges and penetrations of each piece with water-resistant sealant

before installation.

Attachment

A. General Conform to ANSI Standard A97.1

1 Nail into supporting members only.

2 Space nailing eight inches on centers on walls

3 Space nailing 7 inches on centers on ceilings.

Joint and Fastener Treatment

A. Apply embedding compound over joints and fastener heads in a thin uniform

layer.

B. Spread compound 3 inches wide at joints.

C. Center and embed reinforcing tape on the joint.

D. Spread a thin layer of compound over the tape and allow to dry.

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E. Apply a second coat of embedding compound in a thin uniform coat 6 inches

wide and allow to dry.

F. Sand joints to eliminate ridges and high points.

G. Apply a coat of finishing compound to joints and fastener heads.

H. Sand

Water Resistant Gypsum Board Base for Ceramic Tile: Tape joints only where

thinnest ceramic finish over water-resistant gypsum board is indicated.

Corner Treatment

A. Treat internal corners the same as joints, except fold the reinforcing tape

lengthwise through the middle and fit neatly into the corner.

B. Apply external corners beads in embedding compound and finish the same

joints. Feather the joint compound 8 to 10 inches on each side of corner.

8.23 Wallboard Point-Up

After all carpentry, tile and other trades have completed their work and prior to

painting, contractor shall point up all wallboard surfaces ready for painting.

8.24 Stippled Ceiling

Remove all loose and chipped paint and sand surfaces of semi-gloss or paint

surfaces. Apply joint compound and tape if necessary to any subsurface cracks or

nail pop and allow to dry overnight. Apply a 3/16" minimum to 6/16" maximum

skim coat of ready mix joint compound as evenly as possible over prepared surface.

Immediately push soft brush into compound and pull out perpendicular from

surface. Any designs must be approved by homeowner and Harris County. Joint

compound should not exceed 1\ gal. per 100 sf.

8.25 Drywall Repair

Repair ceiling and wall finishes

Make surface smooth and uniform

Free from any cracks, holes, loose joint tape, nail pops, indentations and loose or

sagging drywall

Joint tape shall be used where repairs are needed at board joints

Where holes or sagging drywall are present, the damaged drywall shall be replaced to

the two nearest framing members.

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Apply thin coats of ready-mix joint compound to make surface smooth

Sand area and prime with latex primer to check for imperfections.

Make further repairs if necessary and re-prime.

Protect all surrounding areas from joint compound and sanding dust. If repair is near heat supply

or return duct, cut HVAC system off during sanding.

Ceilings/Sheetrock/Repair

Contractor shall repair interior sheetrock ceiling covering(s) as follows:

Remove all fixtures, nails, and attached surface items not to be painted

Clean all surfaces as per paint manufacturer’s directions; remove the area designated

for replacement from stud to stud where necessary

Install new sheetrock; tape all cracks; float out al tape work; texture all surfaces;

Apply 2 coats of low VOC interior latex (If bath or kitchen use latex enamel);

reinstall items. Items not removed shall be protected from paint work.

Use: Sherwin Williams low VOC paint or equal

Ceilings/Sheetrock/Install

Contractor shall install new interior sheetrock ceiling coverings as follows:

Install new sheetrock to the ceiling framing members

Install tape at joints

Float tape work

Apply texture to all surfaces

Apply 2 coats of low VOC interior latex paint to all surfaces (If bath or kitchen use

low VOC latex enamel). Items removed shall be protected from paint work

Use: Sherwin Williams low VOC paint or equal

8.26 Plaster

8.27 Plaster Repair

On masonry walls remove all loose or dead plaster. Cut out cracks ¼” wide in a vee

joint. Wet existing plaster and tool in finishing lime. Using a steel trowel and water

brush, finish lime flush and smooth with adjacent surfaces ready for painting. When

plastering larger area, screed lime first with a wood float so that newly plastered area

will be in the same plane as existing wall. No bulges or depressions will be allowed.

All plaster areas should be invisible when painted.

On wood lath remove all loose or dead non-keyed plaster. Remove all rotten wood

lath. Re-nail all loose wood lath. Cut and install 1/8" flat rib "special mesh" metal lath

securely. Apply base coat plaster leaving surface not less than 1/16" below adjacent

surfaces. Allow base coat to dry at least 24 hours. Apply not less than 1/16" of finish

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coat plaster. Apply in same manner as on masonry walls. All plaster that is not true,

smooth and flush with adjacent wall surfaces will be rejected and replaced at

Contractor's expense.

Cold weather protection - Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all plaster

from freezing. Maintain a minimum temperature of 55 degrees F. All frozen plaster

will be replaced.

Clean-up: Contractor shall upon the completion of his work, clean all plaster

from adjacent wall surfaces, windows, doors, wood trim, sinks, toilets, and floors.

Remove all plaster rubbish, excess material, and scaffolding from the building,

leaving floors broom clean. Deposit no plastering materials in toilets, sinks or

laundry trays. Wash all tools and equipment outside. Any blocked drains caused

by plastering materials will be opened at Contractor's expense.

8.28 Wall Coverings

8.29 Wall Coverings Repair, Removal and Surface Preparation

Remove all wallpaper and loose paint to bare plaster. Cut out and patch all plaster

cracks.

Remove any and all loose plaster and re-plaster leaving a smooth true even surface.

Spackle all nicks, holes, wall blemishes and paint removed patches.

Sand and/or scrape smooth all wall and ceiling surfaces smooth ready for painting.

Clean all grease, grime and oils from all kitchen walls by washing with degreasing

agents.

Roughen all previously semi-gloss or gloss painted surfaces prior to painting.

Remove all excess surface run telephone wires, cables, staples and boxes prior to

painting.

Remove all existing protruding nails, wires, brackets, hooks, eyes, hangers and any

and all mechanical devices not required or obsolete from all wood trim and walls

prior to painting.

8.30 Wallpaper Repair

Wallpaper will not be repaired as part of rehabilitation, damaged walls with

wallpaper will be repaired in the same manner as non-wallpapered walls and

painted. The remaining walls in the room will be prepared as in 8.29 and painted to

match the repaired wall.

Walls (Panel)/Repair

Contractor shall repair interior paneled wallcoverings(s) as follows:

Nail or glue loose areas; add new paneling and trim where missing; clean paint,

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etc. from surfaces

Use: Local suppliers or equal

Walls (Panel)/Install

Contractor shall install interior paneled wallcoverings as follows:

Remove all fixtures, nails, and attached surface items, prior to removal of paneling

Install new paneling and trim to all wall surfaces with glue and nails

Use: Pre-finished Lauan panels or equal

Ceiling (Tile-Panel) Repair

Contractor shall repair interior paneled ceiling coverings as follows:

Nail or glue loose areas; add new paneling where missing

Clean point, etc. from surfaces (All work and materials shall match existing)

Use: Armstrong; Celotex or equal

Ceiling (Tile-Panel) Install Contractor shall install interior paneled ceiling coverings as follows:

Remove all fixture, nails, and attached surface items before removal of paneling

Install new paneling to all ceiling surfaces with glue and nails. (All work and

materials shall match existing).

Use: Armstrong, Celotex or equal

Wainscot /Repair Contractor shall repair wainscot as follows:

Nail or glue loose areas

Add new wainscot trim where missing

Clean all surfaces with heavy duty detergent cleaner. (All work and materials

shall match existing)

Use: Standard Adhesive

Wainscot (Painted)/Repair Contractor shall repair wainscot as follows:

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Nail or glue loose areas, add new wainscot trim where missing

Remove all fixtures and attached surface items not to be painted

Clean all surfaces as per paint manufacturer’s directions

Spot fill holes, cracks, joints and damaged areas with Latex filler compound

Sand all rough areas smooth

Paint all wainscot with two coats of low VOC interior Latex Semi-gloss Enamel.

Items not removed shall be protected from paint work. All work & materials shall

match existing

Use: Sherwin Williams low VOC paint or equal.

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General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Part I: Scope – Standard Flooring

9.101 Furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services necessary for and

reasonably incidental the base (standard) flooring material:

1. Resilient flooring in all wet and common areas (kitchen, bathroom,

entry, hallway, laundry/utility room.

2. Carpeting for all living areas (living room, bedrooms, dining room)

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing floor finishes comply

with the 2012 IRC with City of Houston amendments.

9.102 Any discussion below related to any other type of flooring other than sheet vinyl,

resilient flooring, or carpet in the appropriate areas shall be considered an alternate

and not the standard. Allowable alternates are listed on the bid form.

Part 2: General Requirements

9.210 Resilient Tile Flooring

9.211 Job Conditions

Maintain minimum temperature of 65°F (18°C) in spaces to receive resilient

flooring for at least 40 hours prior to installation, during installation, and for not

less than 48 hours after installation. Subsequently, maintain a minimum

temperature of 55 F (13 C) in areas where work is completed.

Install resilient flooring and accessories after other finishing operations including

painting, have been completed. Moisture content of concrete slabs and

environmental conditions must be within limits recommended by manufacturer of

products being installed. Subfloors meet the guidelines of the latest edition of ASTM

F 710, “Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient

Flooring”

Division 9

FLOOR FINISHES

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9.220 Flooring Preparation

Cleaning and treatment of sub-floors sweep sub-floors clean and remove spots of

paint, grease, dirt, and other foreign matter. Fill all holes, cracks, joints, and

indentations in sub-floors; use filler of type recommended by the flooring

manufacturer of the floor covering to be used in that area. 1/4" A.C. plywood

underlayment or equivalent is to be installed over existing flooring before

installation of new floor covering. Masonite or particle board underlayment shall

not be used. Just prior to spreading adhesive and lying, sweep clean or vacuum clean

sub-floors.

Inspection of sub-surfaces after cleaning sub-floor and prior to laying flooring,

contractor shall inspect subfloors to receive covering. The trade involved shall be

notified of any defects such as low spots, high spots, uneven surfaces or damages

that will prevent satisfactory installation; placement of flooring shall not proceed

until such defects have been corrected.

Concrete floors shall be smooth, permanently dry, clean, and free all foreign material

such as dust, wax, solvents, paint, grease, oils, and old adhesive residue. The surface

must be hard and dense, and free from powder or flaking. New concrete slabs must be

dry. Maximum moisture level per Calcium Chloride Test method is 8 lbs. per 1000 in

24 hr. Maximum level for ASTM 2170 In-situ Relative humidity test method - 85%.

Do no install over concrete with a history of high moisture or hydrostatic conditions.

5.Maximum acceptable PH level of 9 or less. The final responsibility for determining

if the concrete is dry enough for installation of the flooring lies with the floor covering

installer. Holes, grooves, expansion joints and other depressions must be filled with a

Portland based patching and levelling product, and troweled smooth and feathered

even with the surrounding surface.

Defer installation of resilient flooring until all work that might cause damage to

flooring has been completed. Floor leveling compound must meet the installation

requirements stated by the manufacturer and must be compatible with all flooring

materials, including adhesives.

On site material protection deliver resilient tile flooring materials and adhesives in

manufacturer's original containers with manufacturer's original seals and labels

intact. Store materials in approved protected location in accordance with

manufacturer's recommendations. Protect against freezing or other damage during

delivery, handling, and storage.

Adhesives and primers shall be water resistant type, Low Voc and of consistency

recommended and approved by the flooring and base manufacturer for the type

and condition of the surface to be covered. Base adhesive shall be of type and

condition of the surface to be covered. Base adhesive shall be of type developed

especially for top set cove base. Satisfactory evidence of the manufacturer's

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recommendations and approval of adhesive shall be submitted for approval to Harris

County before installation of floor covering or base. Use adhesive in accordance

with manufacturer's printed instructions.

Temperature and ventilation requirements maintain resilient flooring materials

and work areas to receive such materials at a minimum temperature of 70 degrees F,

beginning at least 24 hours before installation and lasting until at least 48 hours after

completion. Provide adequate ventilation to remove fumes from solvent base

adhesives.

9.230 Carpet

Comply with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations for seam locations

and direction of carpet; maintain uniformity of direction and lay of pile. At doors,

center seams under doors; do not place seams in traffic direction at doorways.

Extend carpet under open bottomed obstructions and under removable flanges and

furnishings, and into alcove and closets of each space.

Provide cut-outs where required and bind cut edges properly where not concealed by

protective edge guards or overlapping flanges.

Install carpet edge guard where edge of carpet is exposed; anchor guards to

substrate.

Stretch-in Tackless Installation

Install Tackless carpet stripping with adhesive or by nailing, or both where required

for adequate strength. Locate properly for concealment of carpet edge between

stripping and base of wall. Strip entire perimeter of each carpeted space and where

possible at obstructions and cutouts.

Install carpet by trimming edges, buttering cuts with seaming cement, taping or

sewing or taping and sewing seams to provide sufficient strength for stretching

and continued stresses during life of carpet. Apply seaming cement over stitching on

backing, if not covered by tape.

Stretch carpet both directions, the exact amount recommended by carpet

manufacturer; trim edges, secure to stripping, and conceal behind edge of stripping.

Use power stretchers where sufficient space is available to operate stretchers

properly.

Cleaning and Protection

Remove debris sorting pieces to be saved form scraps to be disposed of.

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Vacuum carpet using commercial machine with face beater element. Remove spots

and replace carpet where spots cannot be removed.

Sequence carpeting with other work so as to minimize possibility of damage and

soiling of carpet during remainder of construction period.

Part 3: Products

9.5 Manufacturer's Approved

9 501 Resilient Flooring and Accessories:

A. Armstrong Flooring Company

B. Azrock Floor Products

C. Mannington

D. Shaw Industries Group, Inc.

E. Mohawk

F. Congoleum

G. Tarkett

9.502 Carpeting:

A. Columbus Mills, Inc. American Cyanamid Fiber Div.

B. Lees Carpets, Burlington Indus., Inc. C. STAINMASTER

C. Shaw Industries Group, Inc.

D. Mohawk

E. Aladdin Mills

9 503 Carpet Cushions:

A. Mohawk Industries

B. Sponge Cushion Inc.

C. Leggett & Platt Company

D. Scottdel Carpet Cushion

9.504 Carpet Accessories:

A. Mercer Plastics Co., Inc.

B. Roppe

C. Johnsonite

D. Macklanburg-Duncan Co.

E. Musson Rubber Co.

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F. National Guard Products, Inc.

G. Armstrong

H. Chicago Adhesive Products Co.

I. Chicago Mastic Co.

J. Columbia Cement Co., Inc.

K. W.W. Henry Co.

L. Macco Adhesives, Glidden Coating and Resins

M. Lees carpet

9.530 Wood Plank Flooring

All products conforming to specific standards will be acceptable.

9.531 Floor Finishes

Pre-finished wood flooring 9 6

Material Standards

Resilient Edge Strips

1/8 inch thick, 1-inch wide, homogenous vinyl or rubber composition, tapered or

bull nose edge, color to match flooring.

Metal Edge Strips

Extruded aluminum edge strips with mill finish in required thickness to protect

exposed edge of resilient flooring.

A. Provide butt type metal edge strips for concealed anchorage.

B. Provide overlap type metal edge strips for exposed anchorage.

Adhesives (Cements)

Waterproof, stabilized type as recommended by resilient material manufacturer.

Concrete Primer

Non-Staining type as recommended by resilient material manufacturer.

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Felt Underlayment

15 lbs. asphalt saturated felt.

Resilient Base (RS BS)

Provide vinyl base complying with FS SS-W-40, Type II, with matching end stops

and performed or molded corner units, and as follows:

Height: 4". Thickness: 0.080" gauge. Style: Standard top set cove.

9.620 Carpet

A. Standards: Carpet and cushion shall meet requirements of HUD No.

75-C1, dated 2-26-75; MPS UM 44C. Carpet shall be recyclable and

made up of recycled content

B. Basis of Design is Shaw/Home Foundations Flooring

Style: Blue Willow HGJ68

Fiber: 100% Anso BCF Nylon with Recycled Carpet

Content

Twist per Inch: 4.10

Density: 2195

Backing: Polypropylene

Dye: Continuous

Number of Colors: 24

9.622 Comply with requirement of HUD-FHA Standards UM 44C and meet the Carpet and

Rug Institute's Green Label or Green Label Plus certification for carpet,

9.623 For Repair Work: (Bonded cushion over concrete floor) Match existing.

9.624 For Replace or Install New Work

A. High density Foam Rubber Carpet Cushion a. Weight: 38 ounces per

square yard.

B. Thickness: 1/8 inch. c. Density: 17 pounds per cubic foot.

9.625 Over wood floors and on stair treads and risers: Separate cushion,

FS ZZ-C-008116 and FS DDD-C-00123.

9.626 Over all other floors. Bonded Cushion, FS DDD-C95.

9.627 Accessories Carpet

A. Provide tack less strips, metal strips, adhesive, gripper edges, padding

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tape, and other accessories of standard quality as required for the carpet

and pad installation used.

9.628 WARRANTY

1. Carpet Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer

agrees to replace carpet that does not comply with requirements or that fails

within 10 years from date of Substantial Completion. Warranty does not

include deterioration or failure of carpet from unusual traffic, failure of

substrate, vandalism, or abuse. Failures include, but are not limited to, more

than 10 percent loss of face fiber, edge raveling, snags, runs, and

delamination.

2. Carpet Cushion Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form agreeing to replace

carpet cushion that does not comply with requirements or that fails within 10

years from date of Substantial Completion. Warranty does not include

deterioration or failure of carpet cushion from unusual traffic, failure of

substrate, vandalism, or abuse. Failure includes, but is not limited to,

permanent indentation or compression.

9.630 Plank Wood Flooring

A. Prefinished Solid Wood Flooring

Basis of design is Bruce solid hardwood flooring:

Style: Manchester

Species: Oak

Thickness: ¾”

Plank Width: 3 ¼”

Edge: Square

Finish: Dura Luster Plus

Color Selections: 5

Warranty: 20 year

Installation: Nail down

B. Prefinished Engineered Wood Flooring

Basis of design is Bruce engineered wood flooring

Style: Hathaway

Species: Oak

Construction: 100 % wood cross ply

Thickness: 3/8”

Plank Width: varies

Edge: Micro Edge

Finish: Dura Luster Plus- Low Gloss

Color Selections: 4

Warranty: 15 year

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Installation: Glue, Staple, Float

9.631 Interior Stair Treads and Risers

A. Except for attic stairs, stair treads shall be oak, white or red, select grade as graded by

the National Hardwood Lumber Association.

9.632 Thresholds, transitions

Thresholds shall be aluminum No. 70 meeting ADA requirements. Transitions for flooring shall

match the flooring to be installed and be of vinyl or wood material manufactured for that use. The

flooring manufacturer’s transitions are preferred.

9.640 Resilient Flooring

Installed according to manufacturer's specifications. Color and pattern to be selected by

homeowner from manufacturer’s standard.

Basis of design is Congoleum ArmorCore LC Products - Sheet Vinyl Flooring ■ Surface profile: Random

■ ASTM F1303, Type I, Grade 1 Class B

■ Warranty: 25 Years

Seam Sealers - Congoleum SU92 Seam Sealer

Part 4: Execution9.7

9.710 Definitions

Preparation - Resilient Tile Floors

Patch and clean substrate surfaces to acceptable conditions for installing resilient

materials.

Apply concrete primer as necessary prior to application of adhesive. Apply in

compliance with resilient manufacturer's directions.

Provide felt underlayment for wood subfloors and concrete on earth fill. Butt ends

and edges. Cement felt down securely without voids and air pockets.

For repair work: Remove damaged or worn materials. Cut to square, straight lines.

Broom clean or vacuum surfaces to be covered and inspect subfloor. Start of

flooring installation indicates acceptance of subfloor conditions and full

responsibility for completed work.

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Use leveling compound as recommended by flooring manufacturer for filing small

cracks and depressions in subfloors.

9.8 Execution Specific Methods

9.810 Resilient Flooring

General:

A. Install resilient materials after finishing operations, including painting,

have been completed and permanent heating system is operating.

B. Moisture content of concrete, building air temperature and humidity

shall be within limits recommended by resilient material

manufacturer.

C. Place resilient material with adhesive cement recommended by the

manufacturer.

1. Butt tightly to vertical surfaces, thresholds, nosings, and edgings.

2. Scribe as necessary around obstructions to produce neat joints,

laid tight, even, and straight.

3. Extend resilient material into toe spaces, door reveals, and into

closets and similar openings.

4. Tightly cement resilient material to subsurface without open

cracks, voids, raising, and puckering at joints, telegraphing of

adhesive spreader marks, and other surface imperfections.

9.813 Accessories

Tightly bond accessories to backing throughout the length of each piece, with

continuous contact at all surfaces.

Tightly butt resilient edge strips to flooring and secure with adhesive.

Install edging strips at unprotected flooring edges.

Secure metal edge strips to substrate with countersunk, stainless steel anchors.

9.820 Tile

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Tile Layout-lay tile square with room axis in pattern selected. Except as necessary

in irregularly shaped rooms and where continuous patterns indicated or specified

makes it impossible, no tile shall be less than 1/2" width. Lay tile with joints right

and in alignment. Cut tile to fit accurately against other material.

9.821 Resilient Base

Base shall be of vinyl and conform to Federal Specifications SS-W-40a. Base shall

be Gauge: 1/8” (3.175mm) and 0.080” (2.03mm), four inches high with cove

bottom and rounded top. Provide premolded internal and external corners of

matching size, shape, and color. Color of base will be compatible to adjacent

surfaces and shall be approved by the homeowner. No nailing of base to wall will

be permitted. Cement base firmly to walls over full contact area with bottom edges

in continuous contact with finished flooring and ends scribed neatly to abutting

construction. Internal and external corners all are formed with premolded shapes.

9.830 Carpet Installation

Floor Covering (Carpet) Repair

Contractor shall repair the interior carpet floor covering as follows:

Install tacking strips where missing; stretch carpet tight; cut a carpet at seam and

remove the existing tape; re-glue using new seaming tape; install metal seam strips

at doorways where missing; shampoo and vacuum carpet.

HUD/FHA approved carpet or equal.

Floor Covering (Carpet) Indoor Install

Contractor shall install the interior carpet floor covering as follows:

Remove carpet, pad, and tacking strips from location; make a smooth surface for new

indoor carpet floor covering to be installed; install new seam strips at doorways and

vacuum carpet.

Use: HUD/FHA approved indoor carpet. Color and pattern shall be selected by owner from at

available manufacturer’s samples meeting Program specifications.

Repair minor floor irregularities. Clean floor of dust, grit, and debris.

Lay carpet and pad wall to wall in conformance with manufacturer's printed or written

instructions and in the following manner:

A. Carpeting shall be stretched tight, free from puckers, scallops, and ripples.

B. Carpeting shall be cut evenly and fitted close to walls and all other

projections. It shall be cut to fit closely and evenly into trim strips and to

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and through thresholds where carpet joins together in doorways.

C. Filler strips in carpeting shall not be less than 12" in width nor less than 36"

in length.

D. All carpet shall be lined up so that all lines (weaving) of carpet match as

woven, both width and length.

E. Re-fit all doors as necessary so that they clear carpeting completely when

opening or closing.

F. Remove all loose threads with sharp scissors, clean spots with proper

cleaner, and then vacuum the carpeting.

Seam locations:

A. Allow only minimum number of seams; no "T” or "head" seams.

B. Make seams parallel and perpendicular to the walls.

C. Do not make place seams perpendicular to openings.

D. Make cuts under doors at the mid-point of the door thickness when the door

is in the closed position.

E. Lay carpeting with the tufting or nap in one direction.

Stair Coverings:

A. Place seams at bottom of riser.

B. Use carpeting that is the full width of the widest portion of the stairway.

C. Wrap carpet and pad around balustrades; fasten to the tread and riser face.

D. Fasten carpet and pad at the top and bottom of each riser.

9.840 Wood Floors

9.841 New Floor Installation

Strip wood flooring is to be laid on a sub-floor covered with building paper.

Flooring is to be laid perpendicular to floor joists using the following thicknesses

and widths.

Material Minimum Thickness Maximum Width Hardwood on sub-floor 5/16" 2-1/4" Soft Wood

25/32" 3-1/4"

Blind nail T & G flooring, driving nail at an approximate angle of 50 degrees. Space nails 16"

o.c. on each course of flooring; nail directly into joist every second course. Countersink and

fill any face nailing. Sand new floor as needed. Apply a penetrating floor sealer. When dry,

buff floor with steel wool pad. Apply two (2) coats of oil base finish coat, using polyurethane.

Allow 24 hours drying time between coats.

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Floors (Hardwood) Install

Contractor shall install interior hardwood floors as follows:

Remove existing base mold trim carefully (re-installment of good pieces required) remove

bad flooring; install new tongue and grooved hardwood flooring; apply floor sealer and sand

with floor sander; wax and buff; reinstall base mold trim.

Use: Only hardwoods; or equal.

9.842 Refinishing Wood Floors

Furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to sand and finish all wood floors,

stairs, and landings.

Repair Work: Contractor shall examine floors to ensure than all damaged, split,

cracked, or defective flooring has been repaired or replaced and include that

portion of work under his contract. All flooring must be sound and repaired prior

to any sanding and floor finishing.

Equipment: All floors are to be sanded with a commercial belt type floor sander.

All edging and stairs to be finished with a commercial type floor hand sander.

Scrape all corners where sanders cannot reach with a hand scraper.

First Sanding: All old finish shall be sanded to the original natural wood with #2

grit sandpaper. Strip all floors to baseboards. Fill all cracks with an approved paste

wood filler.

Finish Sanding: Use #2 steel wool or sandpaper grit sandpaper. Care must be taken

to sand smooth all machine marks in flooring made by first sanding.

Sealer: Apply a penetrating floor sealer. When dry, buff floor with steel wool pad.

Finish Coat: Apply two (2) coats clear gloss synthetic polyurethane coating. Allow

24 hours drying time between coats.

Floors (Hardwood) Repair

Contractor shall repair interior hardwood floors as follows:

Apply epoxy bonding wood to all gouges in floor surface; pre-sand all floor area; apply

floor sealer; sand entire floor with floor sander for smooth finish; wax and buff floor.

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Only hardwoods; or equal.

9.850 Miscellaneous

9.851 Flooring

9.852 Underlayments

Underlayments shall be 1/4"hardwood plywood g r a d e d f o r u s e a s

u n d e r l a y m e n t f o r v i n y l f l o o r i n g as called for in work write-up or plans.

Nail underlayment with cement coated, rosin coated, or ring necked nails placed

on 4" centers on all edges and over the face of each piece. Joints of underlayment

and sub-floor shall be staggered. Nail underlayment to joists and break joints over

joists. Underlayment shall be provided under all resilient floors and shall b e

smooth and level before installation of floor covering. Waterproof grade shall be

used in all wet areas.

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Part 1 Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

The work includes painting and finishing of interior and exterior exposed items and surfaces

throughout project,

Surface preparation, priming and coats of paint specified are in addition to shop priming and

surface treatment specified under other sections of work.

Previously coated surface Preparation. All surface contamination such as oil, grease loose paint,

mill scale, dirt foreign matter, rust, mold, mildew, mortar and sealers must be removed to assure

sound bonding of paint being applied Testing of product to be used in areas previously painted

should be performed prior to use of new product being application.

Prior to beginning work on housing older than 1978 in which children will be occupying the

home provide owners and tenants if applicable a copy of EPA's lead hazard information

pamphlet Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care

Providers, and Schools. Contractors must document compliance with this requirement; EPA's

pre-renovation disclosure form may be used for this purpose.

Contractor are required to be certified and to use lead-safe work practices as stipulated by the

EPA.

"Paint" as used herein means all coating systems materials, including primers, emulsions,

enamels, stains, sealers and fillers, and other applied materials whether used as prime,

intermediate or finish coats.

Where ever possible low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) paints is to be used, except in

those locations where matching existing would preclude the use of a low VOC product.

Interior and exterior low VOC paint is to conform to the Green Seal Certification which

requires compliance with GS-11. Anti-corrosive paint is to comply with GS-03.

VOC content is determined for solvent borne, waterborne and related coatings in accordance

with EPA Method 24 or ASTM D3960.

Part 2 General Requirements

Division 10

PAINTING

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10.210 Delivery and Storage

Deliver materials to job site in original, new and unopened packages and containers bearing

manufacturer's name and label.

10.220 Job Conditions

Apply water base paints only when temperature of surfaces to be painted and surrounding air

temperatures are between 50 F. (10 C.) and 90 F. (32° C.), unless otherwise permitted by paint

manufacturer's printed instructions.

Apply solvent thinned paints only when temperature of surfaces to be painted and surrounding air

temperatures are between 45 F. (7 C.) and 95° F. (35 C.), unless otherwise permitted by paint

manufacturer's printed instructions.

Do not Apply paint in snow, rain, fog or mist; or to damp or wet surfaces; unless otherwise

permitted by paint manufacturer's printed instructions,

10.230 Protection

Protect work of other trades, whether to be painted or not, against damage by painting and

finishing work. Correct any damage by cleaning, repairing or replacing, and repainting, as

acceptable to Owner.

At completion of work of other trades, touch-up and restore all damaged or defaced painted

surfaces.

10.240 Scheduling Painting

Apply first coat material to surfaces that have been cleaned, pre-treated or otherwise prepared for

painting as soon as practicable after preparation and before subsequent surface deterioration.

Allow sufficient time between successive coatings to permit proper drying. Do not re-coat until

paint has dried to where it feels firm, does not deform or feel sticky under moderate thumb

pressure, and application of another coat of paint does not cause lifting or loss of adhesion of the

undercoat.

10.250 Application

General: Apply paint in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Use applicators and

techniques best suited for substrate and type of material being applied per manufacturer.

Leveling: Apply finish evenly with proper consistency and quantity so paint flows out to a level

surface, free of brush and roller marks, bubbles, dust, runs, sags, and holidays.

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Appearance: Provide coverage of uniform color, texture and sheen.

Neatness:

1. Finish shall not be smeared, spattered or run over

adjoining colors or materials.

2. Cut in lines shall be straight.

Part 3 Products

10.5 Manufacturers approved

10.510 Paints, Stains and Varnishes

1. Sherwin Williams

2. Tnemec

3. ICC

4. Pittsburg Paint Co,

5. Benjamin Moore

6. or equivalent

10.520 Stains and Varnishes

1. Samuel Cabot, Inc.

2. Tnemec

3. Benjamin Moore

4. Olympic Stain

5. Darworth, Inc.

6 The Flecto Company, Inc.

7. Duron Paint Co.

10.6 Materials Standards

10.610 Paint, Stain and Varnish Quality

A. Paint Color Selection:

1 Interior paint - match existing colors, or select paint colors in the

white, cream, or light gray tones unless specified otherwise. All

interior walls shall be one color, except that trim may be white if

another color is used on the walls.

2 Exterior paint - colors on each structure shall be uniform, Contractor

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shall present owner with three (3) or more color schemes from which

to pick. Contrasting colors may be used for siding, trims, doors, and

shutters, as applicable.

B. Stain Color Selection:

1 Select stains that match or are slightly darker than the existing

wood or finish.

2 Use transparent stains typically.

3 Use opaque stains on wood that is scarred, discolored or

heavily grained.

10.620 Minimum Thickness

1. Thickness of paint shall be sufficient to provide a full coverage in

accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.

10.630 Like Manufacture

Provide undercoat paint produced by same manufacturer as finish coats. Use only

thinners approved by paint manufacturer, and use only within recommended

limits.

Part 4: Execution

10.7 Definition

10.710 Paint All Exposed Surfaces

Whether or not colors are designated in ''schedules" except where natural finish of

material is specifically noted as a surface not to be painted. Where items or surfaces

are not specifically mentioned, paint same as adjacent similar materials or areas. If color

or finish is not designated, Owner will select these from standard colors available for

materials systems specified.

10.720 Surface Preparation

General: Perform preparation and cleaning procedures in accordance with paint

manufacturer's instructions and as herein specified, for each particular substrate

condition.

Remove hardware, hardware accessories, machined surfaces, plates, lighting

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fixtures, and similar items in place and not to be finish-painted, or provide surface

applied protection prior to surface preparation and painting operations. Remove, if

necessary, for complete painting of items and adjacent surfaces. Following

completion of painting of each space or area, reinstall removed items.

Clean surfaces to be painted before applying paint or surface treatments. Remove oil

and grease prior to mechanical cleaning. Program cleaning and painting so that

contaminants from cleaning process will not fall onto wet, newly painted surfaces.

10.730 Interior Surface Preparation

Remove existing loose cracking, scaling, peeling and/or blistered paint; scrape

sand or wire brush surfaces to smooth condition to receive finish, feather edges

into sound adjoining surfaces, and dust clean, perform the following preparation

operations for various interior substrates as indicated.

Wood

A. Remove projecting nails, hooks, or screws. Shellac knot holes, pitch pockets

and sappy portions, or seal with knot sealer.

B. Fill nail holes, cracks and defects after first coat, with putty matching color of

stain or paint.

C. Prime new materials; spot prime existing materials.

Steel and Iron

A. Remove grease, oil, dirt and dust.

B. Touch up chipped and abraded primer on items that have been shop

primed, using same type of primer.

Plaster, Concrete, Masonry

A. Check for high moisture and alkali content.

B. If high alkali is present, dry out the surfaces.

C. Prime new materials.

Gypsum Wallboard

A. Clean and sand existing surfaces.

B. Apply one coat of sealer/primer to new material.

Painted and Stained Surfaces

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A. Remove loose paint, dirt, fungus and other foreign materials from the

surface.

B. Smooth surfaces with steel wool or sandpaper.

Wallpaper

A. Remove all paper to firm subsurface.

B. Patch holes in subsurface, and apply seal coat

10.740 Exterior Surface Preparation

10.741 General

A. Remove existing loose, scaling, peeling or cracking paint; scrape, sand or

wire brush surfaces to smooth condition to receive finish, feather edges

into sound adjoining surfaces and dust clean. Such treated surfaces to

receive two coats of paint. Protect glass, screen and finished surfaces

adjacent to painted surfaces. Remove paint misapplied to non-painted

surfaces. Perform the following preparation operations for various interior

substrates as indicated:

Wood

A. Shellac knot holes, pitch pockets and sappy portions, or seal with knot sealer.

B. Remove projecting nails, screws, or hooks. Fill nail holes, cracks and defects

after first coat, with putty matching color of stain or paint.

Steel and Iron

A. Remove grease, oil, dirt and dust.

B. Touch-up chipped and abraded primer on items that have

been shop primed, using same type of primer.

Plaster, Concrete Masonry

A. If high alkali is present, neutralize to suitable levels.

B. If high moisture is present, dry out the surfaces.

Painted, Wallpapered and Stained Surfaces

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A. Remove loose paint or wallpaper, dirt, fungus and other

foreign materials from the surface.

B. Smooth surfaces with steel wool or sandpaper.

Paint Systems -Exterior Paint Systems (EPS)

Exterior Painting

All exterior woodwork shall be painted as follows: At least two coats shall be applied; first

coat shall be exterior primer and second coat shall be low VOC exterior acrylic latex. Window

frames, trim door, fascia and all new exterior surfaces shall have three coats of paint. Contractor

shall present owner with three (3) or more color schemes from which to pick. All exterior

masonry surfaces, except for brick, shall receive minimum overcoat of primer and filler, and a

minimum of one coat of acrylic.

Provide following paint systems for various substrates, as indicated. Sherwin William (SW) has

been specified as the basis of Design

Painted Wood Trim:

EPS-lA. 1st Coat - Primer undercoat, SW A-100 Exterior Latex Primer

2nd Coat - Exterior acrylic latex, SW A-100 Satin House & Trim Paint A82

series

3rd Coat - Exterior acrylic latex, SW A-100 Satin House & Trim Paint A82

series

EPS-1B. 1st Coat - Primer undercoat, SW A-100 Exterior Latex Primer 2nd Coat

Exterior acrylic latex, SW A-100 Latex Gloss A8 Series

3rd Coat - Exterior acrylic latex, SW A-100 Latex Gloss A8 Series

Stained Wood

EPS-2A Stain Solid Color.

1st Coat - Exterior acrylic latex stain, SW

Woodscapes Solid Color Stain

2nd Coat - Exterior acrylic latex stain, SW

Woodscapes Solid Color Stain EPS-2B Semi-transparent

1st Coat- Polyurethane, SW

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Woodscapes Semi Transparent

2nd Coat- Polyurethane SW Woodscapes

Semi Transparent

Ferrous Metal and Aluminum

EPS-3A.

1st Coat – Primer, SW All Surface Enamel Latex Primer

2nd Coat – Acrylic Latex, SW Duration Exterior Latex Gloss Coating

3rd Coat - Acrylic Latex, SW Duration Exterior Latex Gloss Coating

First coat not required on items delivered shop primed.

EPS-3B. Spot Prime - Iron oxide primer

Top Coat - High gloss alkyd enamel.

Concrete - Masonry

EPS-5A.

1st Coat- Primer - Block coat, SW Prep Rite

Block Filler 2nd Coat - Gloss finish, SW, DTM Acrylic Coating

3rd

Coat- Gloss finish, SW, DTM Acrylic Coating

10.762 Interior Paint Systems

Interior Painting

All exposed wood, metal (except aluminum, stainless steel and factory coated panels) and

gypsum board shall be protected with a paint or stain finish unless otherwise noted. Finishes

shall be a minimum of 2 coats over primer of, PPG, SHERWIN-WILLIAM or BENJAMIN

MOORE, PAINTS OR STAINS, or approved equal appropriate for the surface and in color

selected by the owner. Deliver paint materials in sealed original labeled containers, bearing

manufacturer’s name, type of paint, brand name, color designations and instructions for mixing

and/or reducing. Painting may not be accomplished unless moisture content of surface in 12%

or less and air temperature is 40 degree F or above. New wood such as interior plywood, wood

doors, door trim, moldings, wood window frames, etc., shall be properly sanded between coats.

Gypsum board shall be textured and painted with two (2) coats of latex wall paint. Metal surfaces

to be painted shall be prepared in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s recommendations,

primed and given a minimum of two coats of exterior enamel. Finish coat in kitchens and

bathrooms shall provide a durable washable surface.

Provide following paint systems for various substrates, as indicated. Sherwin William has been

specified as the basis of Design

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Gypsum Drywall Systems

IPS-1A. Flat 1st Coat - Latex primer (B28W08150).

2nd Coat - Interior Flat Latex, SW Harmony Low Odor Latex Flat B5 Series

3rd Coat - Interior Flat Latex, SW Harmony Low Odor Latex Flat B5 Series

IPS-1B.

Egg Shell 1st Coat - Latex primer. (TT-P-650).

2nd Coat - Interior latex Egg Shell SW Harmony Low Odor Latex Egg Shell

3rd Coat - Interior latex Egg Shell SW Harmony Low Odor Latex Egg Shell

IPS-1C. Semi-Gloss 1st Coat - Latex primer (TT-P-650).

2nd Coat - Interior latex Egg Shell SW Harmony Low Odor Latex Semi-Gloss

3rd Coat - Interior latex Egg Shell SW Harmony Low Odor Latex Semi-Gloss

IPS-1D. Gloss

1st Coat - Latex primer (TT-P-650).

2nd Coat - Interior latex Egg Shell SW ProMar 200 Int. Alkyd Gloss

3rd Coat - Interior latex Egg Shell SW ProMar 200 Int. Alkyd Gloss

Natural Finish Woodwork

IPS-2.

1st Coat - Clear Polyurethane (TT-C-542, Type I, Class 1). 2nd Coat - Clear

Polyurethane (TT-C-542, Type I, Class 1).

Ferrous Metal

IPS-3.

1st Coat - Red lead primer (TT-P-86). 2nd Coat - Enamel undercoated (TT-E-543).

3rd Coat - Semi gloss enamel (TT-E-509).

First coat not required on items that are shop primed.

10.8 Execution Specific Methods

10.810 Application

General:

A. Do not apply initial coatings until moisture content of surface is within

limitation recommended by paint manufacturer.

B. Apply paint by brush, roller or spraying in accordance with the manufacturer's

directions. Use brushes best suited for the type of material being applied.

Use rollers of carpet, velvet back, or high pile sheep's wool as recommended

by the paint manufacturer for material and texture required.

C. The number of coats and paint film thickness required is the same regardless

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of the application method. Do not apply succeeding coats until the previous

coat has completely dried. Sand between coat applications with fine

sandpaper, or rub surfaces with pumice stone where required to produce

an even, smooth surface in accordance with the coating manufacturer's

directions.

D. Apply additional coats when undercoats, stains, or other conditions shown

through the final coat of paint, until the paint film is of uniform finish, color

and appearance.

E. "Exposed surfaces" shall mean areas visible when permanent or built-in

fixtures, convector covers, covers for grilles, and so forth, are in place in

areas scheduled to be painted.

F. Finish doors on tops, bottoms, and side edges the same as the faces.

G. Sand lightly between each succeeding enamel or varnish coat.

H. Omit the first coat (primer) on metal surfaces which have been shop primed

and touch-up painted.

Prime Coats

A. Before application of finish coats, apply a prime coat to material

which is required to be painted or finished, and which has not been

primer coated.

B. Re-coat primed and sealed walls and ceilings where there is evidence of

suction spots or unsealed areas in first coat, to assure a finish coat with no

burn through or other defects due to insufficient sealing.

Pigmented (Opaque) Finishes

A. Completely cover to provide an opaque, smooth surface of uniform finish,

color, appearance and coverage.

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General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Part 1 Scope

Furnish materials, accessories, fittings, fixtures, and equipment; perform work required to

place the plumbing systems in a complete, proper, and legal operating condition.

All appliances in rehabilitation and reconstruction projects must be energy star rated. Clothes

washers and dryers and dish washing machines are not considered standard and will only be

included as an alternate.

The base standard for plumbing faucets & shower tub trim is Delta with chrome finish.

The base standard for domestic water heater shall be 40 gallon capacity with 6 year warranty.

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing plumbing and hot water heating

shall comply with the 2006 IRC.

Make any necessary arrangements with the utility service companies for services or for

work required on their equipment or systems.

Part 2 General Requirements

All plumbing work shall conform, as a minimum, to the 2 0 1 2 U n i f o r m P l u m b i n g C o d e

w i t h t h e C i t y o f H o u s t o n a m e n d m e n t s . All w a t e r supply piping shall be

seamless copper tubing. Sanitary drains and venting may be schedule 40 PVC as permitted

by Code. All supply piping running in exterior walls or attic shall be insulated with formed

insulation jacket. Exterior hose bibs shall be freeze proof. All fixtures and plumbing appliances

shall be provided with stops on the supply at each fixture. Contractor is responsible for

extending service from meter to building. Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all

required permits and inspections.

11.210 Codes and Standards

Materials, accessories, fittings, fixtures, and equipment shall comply with standards

of:

Division 11

PLUMBING AND HOT WATER HEATING

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1. Uniform Plumbing Code

2. Local, state, national codes, and standards of the utility service

companies.

Piping and equipment shall operate safely, without leakage, undue noise,

vibration, or water hammer.

11.220 Piping Materials

A. Pipe and fittings for repair or replacement work shall match the basic types

of existing pipe on which work is required, unless such pipes and fittings

are being replaced, or existing pipes or fittings do not meet code.

11.230 Piping- Supply & Distribution

All water supply pipes and control valves shall be of sufficient size and capacity to

supply water to all fixtures. All water supply pipes, riser pipes, and distributing

pipes shall be graduated as to size and shall be interconnected in such manner that a

full volume of water may be discharged into forty percent of the plumbing

fixtures of any building when operated at any given time without causing loss of

more than ten pounds pressure at the plumbing fixtures which are located on upper

floor of such building for a length of time not less than sixty minutes.

Shutoff valves shall be provided to and at each lavatory, water closet, and kitchen

sink.

Drainage

All connections to risers and fixtures shall be provided so that the entire system can be drained at

low point.

11.240 Cutting and Patching

Perform cutting and patching of materials which are essential to installation

or to work.

Do not cut structural framing members, wiring, or mechanical work. Notching,

cutting and drilling to comply with IRC.

Provide sleeving for rough-in work.

Restore cut or damaged surfaces to original finish to match surrounding work.

Install chrome-plated escutcheons where piping passes through finished

surfaces which are exposed to view.

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Piping shall be installed without critical damage to the structural members.

No notching, cutting, or drilling over 2" shall be done without permission.

Part 3 Products

11.5 Manufacturers Approved

11.510 American Standard, Crane, Eljer, Kohler and Delta, and Moen-

A. Bathtubs

B. Bathtub trim.

C. Kitchen sink, stainless steel: American Standard only.

E. Kitchen sink drain.

F Kitchen sink supply/trim.

G. Lavatory.

H. Lavatory trim.

I. Shower head, trim.

J. Toilet.

K. Toilet trim.

11.545 Chromium Plated Accessories:

A. Charles Parker Co.

B. Desert Ray Products.

C. Moen.

D. Miami-Carey.

E. Delta

F. Kohler

11.50 Faucets

A. Lavatory Faucets

1. Base Standard – Delta Foundation Series or Equal, Model:B510-LF

B. Bathtub Faucets

1. Base Standard – Delta Monitor 17 Series, Model: T17430-MTS /with

rough valve Model:R10000-UNBX or equal

C. Kitchen Sink Faucet

1. Base Standard: Delta Foundation Series Faucet, Model: B3310LF, 3-

hole installation integral sprayer

11.51 Fixtures

A. Water Closet

1. Base Standard – American Standard or Equal, Model: Champion 4

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Max Tall Height: Model: 2586.128ST.020

B. Countertop Lavatory

1. Base Standard – American Standard, Model: 0476.028 Vitreous

China with 4-inch center

C. Lavatory Cabinet Combo

1. Base Standard – American Classics, Model: Melborn, Size 24-inch x

30-inch, cultured marble top with integral bowl, 4-inch center set

faucet.

D. Wall Mounted Sink

1. Base Standard – Kohler, Model:SOHO, K2053-0, or equal

E. One Piece Tub and Shower Unit

1. Aquatic – Lasco Bath ware, Model: 1603BFSD, Center, Right or

Left Drain

F. ADA Compliant Shower Seat

1. Base Standard – Barrier Free Architecturals, INC. Model:

ADAPHWB3221 L/R or Equal

G. Bathtubs

1. Base Standard – American Standard, Princeton, Model: 2390.202

(Left) & 2391.202 (Right), 60-inch formed tub, or Equal

H. Walk-in Bathtub

1. Base Standard – Barrier Free Architecturals, Inc., Best Bath

Systems, Model: LTOW5030 L/R Escape or Equal

I. Kitchen Sink

1. Base Standard- Moen 2200 Series Double Basin, 22-inch x 33-inch

x 8-inch, 22-gauge, self-rimming, Stainless Steel, sound deadening.

Model G222133

11.6 Material Standards

11.610 Chromium Plated Accessories

11.611 Grab Rod: Moen 8724 Home 24-Inch Bathroom Grab Bar, Stainless

11.612 Medicine Cabinet: Kohler Model No. K-CB-CLR1620FS

16 in. W x 20 in. H x 5 in. D Aluminum Recessed Medicine Cabinet

11.613 Paper Holder: Moen Model 5308CH

Yorkshire Double Post Toilet Paper Holder –Zinc chrome finish

11.614 Deleted

11.615 Soap: Moen Model No. P1760

Surface mounted, oap holder/dish is made of zinc with a chrome finish.

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11.616 Deleted

11.617 Towel Bars: Moen Model 5324CH

Surface mounted zinc design to resists rust and moisture

18 in. or 24 in. lengths; chrome finish.

11.620 Kitchen Sink

A. Stainless steel

ASME A112.19.3/CSA B45.4, sound absorbing double bowl with 3 or 4

hole, 10-year warranty.

11.640 Lavatory

A. Ceramic: Vitreous china.

B. Manufactured marble: Vitreous china, patterned.

11.650 Piping

All underground water piping shall be Sch 40 PVC.

All other domestic hot and cold water piping above ground shall be Sch 40 CPVC

piping, flex or copper.

All underground soil, waste, and vent piping shall be schedule 40 P.V.C. or A.B.S.

All above grade waste and vent piping shall be schedule 40 or PVC schedule 40-

type pipe and fittings.

All gas piping shall be galvanized black steel pipe with malleable fittings. Copper

tubing shall not be used for gas lines

Part 4 Execution

11.7 Definitions

11.701 Repair

A. Bathtub, Kitchen Sink, Lavatory, and Toilet Tank: a. Repair

damaged items in accordance with repair products manufacturer's

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recommendation.

B. Prior to usage, protect repaired surface to ensure a satisfactory bond.

C. Trim items:

1 Install new seats, seals, or replacement parts for damaged

components.

2 Reassemble faucet or valve unit or bathtub

supply/drain assembly.

11.702 Replace

A. Install replacement product in same arrangement and locations as item

replaced.

B. Seal all exposed joints between structures, pipes, or fixtures to match original

condition.

11.703 Remove

A. Remove and dispose of designated item.

B. Repair any surfaces damaged during removal operations.

C. Seal any wall, floor, or ceiling openings left exposed as a result of removal

operations.

11.704 Adjust

After repair, replacement, or removal turn on water supply and check operation

of trim units.

Adjust faucets and valves to ensure drip tight shutoff.

11.8 Execution Specific Methods

11.810 Installation of Sewer Service

Contractor is to furnish and install a new sewer service. P.V.C or cast iron pipe

may be used except under roads or driveways where cast iron must be used.

Installation is to be in accordance with all local codes.

Contractor is to furnish all permits and have all fees. All disturbed areas are to be

restored to its original condition.

11.811 Replacement of Existing Sewer Service

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Contractor to furnish all material, labor, permits, and fees necessary to replace

sewer line from dwelling unit to sewer main, including tap, if necessary.

All work shall conform to local codes. All disturbed areas are to be restored to its

original condition.

11.812 Repair Underground Sewer Service

Contractor to furnish all material, labor, permits, and fees necessary to perform

exploratory excavation to determine the extent of repairs needed. Contractor

shall not proceed with further work unless inspected and authorized by a

representative of Harris County Plumbing Department. Upon authorization to

proceed, all additional work is to be billed on an itemized cost basis not to exceed

the amount specified in work write-up.

All work shall conform to local codes. All disturbed areas are to be restored to its

original condition.

11.819 Repair of Water Service

Contractor shall repair waterlines as follows:

Expose leaks in lines

Seal all leaks

Replace defective valves or cutoffs

Use: John Manville PVC or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Plumbing Code.

11.820 Installation of Water Service

Contractor is to install a new water service. Tap is to be made at closest point to

residence or at location indicated in work write-up or drawings. PVC of diameter

sufficient for the number of fixtures present in the residence is to be installed at a

depth determined by the Harris County.

Contractor is to furnish all permits and pay all fees. All disturbed areas are to be

restored to original condition. Installation is to be in accordance with all local codes.

Water Lines-Under Structure/Install

Contractor shall install waterlines as follows:

Remove the line(s) specified above (See, Water Lines-Under Structure/Repair)

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Install new replacement lines complete to include all hardware and cutoffs

Use: Use seamless copper tubing.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Plumbing Code

All debris to be removed from job site and all disturbed earth shall be finished graded to provide

smooth transition with adjacent areas Lawn grass seen to be worked into soil by raking or

watering.

All equipment and plumbing in unheated areas shall be fairly insulated and protected

against freezing.

11.823 Installation of Well to Existing System:

When public water supply is available to a household no new wells or repair of

wells will be allowed and Contactor is to connect household to public water

system (see 11.820).

If no public water supply is available and well has to be replaced, well is to be

drilled in accordance with all applicable codes ,Harris County Ordinances and a

state permit must be obtained by the Contractor. Installation to include steel casing

and well grouting through fifty feet. Contractor to supply and install submersible

pump, all P.V.C. pipe, all electrical connections and wiring control bib, and pressure

tank. Top of well to be finished in concrete with concrete cover.

Water line to be installed from well to house, channeled underground at a depth

determined by the Harris County. Pressure tank to be installed in locations

specified in drawing or work write-up. Installation will be considered complete

only when water is discharged from all existing plumbing fixtures. Contractor

shall protect pressure tank and water line from freezing.

All debris to be removed from job site and all disturbed earth shall be finish

graded to provide smooth transition with adjacent areas. Lawn grass seed to be

worked into soil by raking or watering

All equipment and plumbing in unheated areas shall be fairly insulated and

protected against freezing.

11.824 Cap off Existing Well

Contractor is to cap off plumbing line from well to code and fill in existing well

as per Harris County requirements Include all necessary inspections. Return all

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disturbed areas to original condition.

11.825 Sump Pump System Installation

A sump pump system shall include a 1/2" H.P. sump pump, flexible pit discharge

piping, suitable antiphon device or free flow check valve, nylon pump removal rope

(if necessary), and an independent electrical source. The system shall include a

pump of a capacity and head appropriate for anticipated use requirements. Sump

pit size shall be as recommended by the sump pump manufacturer. The pit shall be

topped by a removable cover adequate to support anticipated loads in the area of

use. Pit floor shall provide permanent support for the pump. The pit may be

constructed of tile, concrete, steel, plastic, or other suitable materials.

11.830 Miscellaneous Repairs:

11.831 Snake Sewer Lines

Snake out waste lines as indicated in work write-up to ensure clear lines to street

sewer.

11.832 Clean Storm Drains

Clean and snake out all basement floor drains, area drains, and downspout drains.

Install new drain covers as required.

11.833 Repair Drain Lines

Inspect all waste lines and all joints that are leaking. Replace all broken or damaged

waste lines.

Plumbing Repair

Replace all sink and lavatory traps that are corroded and cannot be tightened

leak free. Clear all traps and drains with a suitable electric snake.

All supply lines are to be thoroughly inspected for leaks. All fittings and joints

which are not watertight are to be repaired or replaced.

Inspect to ensure that all mechanical tub and basin stoppers shall be free operating

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and capable of complete shut-off. Replace all missing rubber stoppers and kitchen

sink basket strainers. Clean and repair all shower heads for proper operation.

Toilet Repair

Replace all toilet supply valves with anti-siphon type. Replace all tank

mechanisms and place existing toilets in proper flushing action.

Install Hose Bibs

Provide two hose bib, one front and one at rear, frost-proof type with inside

cut offs whenever possible and called for. To include back flow preventer on each

bib.

Install Water Valves

Provide water cutoff valves at each fixture. Where exposed in bathrooms, they

shall be chrome plated.

Gas Water Heater Repair

Inspect hot water heaters and place in proper automatic operation. Clean burners,

combustion chambers, vent flues, and replace relief valves according to code.

Properly adjust flame and pilot. Flush tank.

Deleted

Install Water Heater

Water heater shall be 40 gallon gas "A.O. Smith" or equal, or 40 gallon electric,

energy saver type, 240 volt, complete with cutoff valve on cold water supply, and

a thermal and pressure safety relief valve. Water heater shall have a minimum

6-yr warranty. Installation shall comply with Chapter 28 of the International

Residential Code.

11.850 Washer Standpipe

Provide standpipe for washing machine drain with hot and cold connections for

washing machine with individual cutoff valves; location to be within 18" of

existing laundry tub. Install to meet code.

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Bath Area

Fiberglass - One Piece Tub and Shower Unit

Contractor to supply, rough-in and install 5' length "American Standard" Acrylux

model 6030Y1K.102 (right outlet) or 6030Y1K.202 (left outlet) unit with Delta

Foundation Core Monitor 13 Series Tub & Shower Trim, with rough valve, model:

BT13410.

Bath Tub

Bath tub shall be "American Standard" Princeton, model: 2390.202 (left hand)

or 2391.202 (right hand), 5' formed steel enameled tub complete with lever operated

pop-up drain and overflow or equal. Furnish and install Delta Foundation Core

Monitor 13 Series Tub & Shower Trim, with rough valve, model: BT13410 or equal.

Bath/Shower Fittings

Contractor is to supply and install Delta Foundation Core Monitor 13 Series

Tub & Shower Trim, with rough valve, model: BT13410 or equal.

Tub & Shower Trim Upgrade:

Delta, Classic Monitor 13 Series Tub & Shower Trim in Brass, model:

T13420PBSHCPD with rough valve model: R10,000-UN or equal.

Lavatory

Countertop Lavatory, shall be "American Standard" or equal Aqualyn sink

model:

0476.028 vitreous china lavatory with 4” center with Delta, Foundation Core

single handle center set faucet with pop-up drain, model: B510-LF or equal.

Faucet Upgrade:

Delta, Innovations Single handle centerset lavatory faucet with pop-up drain

in Brass, model: 540-PB-DST or equal.

Water Closet

Water closet shall be "Americana Standard" Champion 4 High Performance

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elongated toilet kit, model: 2586.0000 with 12” rough in and seat included.

Toilet Seal Replacement

Take up water closet and reseat with new bolts and bowl wax.

11.868 Tub/Shower Rod

Provide 1” diameter 20 Ga Stainless Steel telescoping shower rod.

11.870 Kitchen Area

11.872 Kitchen Sink Double Bowl

Kitchen sink shall be 22" x 33" x 8” deep double compartment, 20-gauge,

self-rimming, nickel stainless steel, with back ledge. Underside of bowl

coated with sound deadening material. Sink fittings shall be single

control, chrome, Delta Faucet, Foundation Core Single Handle Kitchen

Faucet with Integral Sprayer, model: B3310LF (3 hole *” installation) or

equal.

11.874 Kitchen Sink Hook-Up

Connect kitchen sink and faucets with stop valves under sink.

11.875 Install Garbage Disposal

Garbage disposal shall be "General Electric" GFC 320F 1/3 HP or equal.

Include new trap where necessary. Disposal to include new switch located

above countertop.

11.876 Dishwasher Connections

Provide connections for dishwasher unit including independently fused

electric line, P trap, and hot water connection.

11.877 Dishwasher Installation Upgrade

Upgrade 1:Contractor to supply and install electric “Energy Star Qualified”

dishwasher to be "General Electric GSD2301RWW (White) or

GSD2301RBB (Black) or equal. Color to be chosen by homeowner.

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Upgrade 2: Contractor to supply and install electric “Energy Star Qualified”

dishwasher to be "General Electric GSD2350RCS (Clean Steel) or equal.

Sewer Lines-Yard/Repair

Contractor shall repair the sewer lines as follows:

Expose sewer line leak as indicated above

Make repairs as necessary

Install new cleanout if one does not exist or repair existing to work.

Use: John Manville PVC; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per City of Houston Plumbing Code.

Sewer Lines-Yard/Install

Contractor shall install the sewer lines follow(s):

Remove defective line as specified above

Replace with all new materials

Use: John Manville PVC; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code

with City of Houston amendments.

Sewer Lines-Under Structure/Repair

Contractor shall repair the sewer lines as follows:

Remove defective area through to fixture connection(s)

Replace with all new materials complete to fixture hook-up.

Use: John Manville PVC; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per City Plumbing Code.

Commode/Water Closet/Repair

Contractor shall repair the commodes as follows:

Replace the seat

Replace wax seal and bolts as required

Install cutoff if none present

Repair tank float and filler valve as required.

Use: Sears; Dayton; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code

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with City of Houston amendments.

Commode/Water Closet/Install

Contractor shall install commodes as follows:

Remove existing and replace with new unit complete with cutoff.

Use: Sears; Dayton or equal.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Gas Lines/Install

Contractor shall install gas lines as follows:

Remove specified line and replace with new line

Test lines for pressure.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with

City of Houston amendments. Inspection required on all gas line repair or

replacement,

Traps & Drains/Repair

Contractor shall repair the traps and drains as follows:

Replace any defective parts at the locations

Seal openings around pipe at floors.

Use: Sears or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Traps & Drains/Install

Contractor shall install traps and drains as follows:

Remove specified unit(s) and replace with new unit.

Use: Sears or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Bath Handicap Accessories/Install

Contractor shall install Chrome handicap grab bars.

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All bars shall be anchored securely to studs in appropriate locations.

Use: Sears or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Bath Shower/Repair

Contractor shall repair bath showers as follows:

Remove old grout; secure loose lining

Replace damage or rotted trim; grout all edges

Repair/replace all defective hardware (head, mixer valve, trap, and pipe).

Use: American Standard liner or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Bath Shower/Install

Contractor shall install bath showers as follows:

Remove the existing shower

Repair exposed wall surface as necessary

Install liner with trim and new shower head; grout around all edges.

Use: American Standard liner; or equal.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Bath Tub/Repair

Contractor shall repair bath tubs as follows:

Remove old grout

Secure loose lining

Replace any damaged or rotted trim

Box in around faucet if plumbing is exposed

Install tub kit if not existing

Repair any defective hardware (head, mixer vale, faucet, waste and overflow, trap,

pipe)

Use: Lasco Fiberglass; American Standard; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

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of Houston amendments.

Bath Tub/Install Contractor shall install bath tubs as follows:

Remove the existing tub

Box- in exposed plumbing

Repair exposed wall and floor surfaces

Install new fiberglass tub with tub kit

Trim and install new hardware (head, mixer valve, faucet, waste, overflow. trap, pipe)

Grout edges.

Use: Lasco Fiberglass, American Standard, or equal.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Bath Accessory Kit Contractor shall install bath items (accessories)

Soap dish, shower curtain rod, toothbrush holder

Towel bar at vanity

Paper holder at commode

All items shall be chrome and anchored securely

Use: Sears, Corral, Dayton or equal.

Kitchen Sink/Repair Contractor shall repair kitchen sinks as follows:

Remove oldcaulk; reset sink and re-grout

Replace drain trap connections to stop leak

Use: Kilgore or equal.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Kitchen Sink/Install

Contractor shall install kitchen sinks as follows:

Remove existing sink and replace with new stainless steel double unit complete with

vented drain trap, washerless faucets and cutoffs.

Use: Kilgore or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

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of Houston amendments.

Water Lines

Contractor shall install waterlines as follows:

Find leak in line and replace sections as needed

Use: John Manville PVC or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City

of Houston amendments.

Water Lines-Under Structure/Repair

Contractor shall repair waterlines as follows:

Finds leaks under and inside structure and seal

Replace defective cutoffs and valves

Install new cutoffs at any location missing cutoff

Use: Seamless copper tubing

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Uniform Plumbing Code with City of Houston amendments.

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Part 1 Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Provide all labor, materials, equipment, services and perform all operations required for complete

installation of all packaged units and related work as shown on the drawings and specified

herein including:

A. Ductwork.

B. Air distribution devices.

C. Heating and air conditioning control wiring.

D. Fuel burning furnaces.

E. Electric heat pumps.

All non-compliant heating systems should be replaced with the Minimum Property

Standards as referenced in the bid documents. All installed units must be in compliance with

current Energy Star and Green Building requirements.

12.101 Excluded

Bath and kitchen vent fans (Div. 14, Div. 15) Attic vent fans (Div. 7)

Part 2 General Requirements

HVAC System

Space temperatures will be targeted (±2º) for 68° F through the heating season and 76° F through

the cooling season during occupied hours. Controls shall be by a Programmable thermostat. Gas

System shall have an energy rating of 9 0 % t o 9 8 . 5 % A FU E or better. All duct work shall

be constructed of rigid fiberglass with aluminum vapor barrier. Joints will be stapled and taped

with aluminum foil tape manufactured for this purpose. The use of “Flex-duct” will be permitted

with, but the length shall not exceed 15.’ Ducts will be provided with dampers, turning vanes,

and extractors as recommended by ASHRAE. Air handlers shall be installed with condensate

drain lines which shall drain into the domestic waste system. All return air shall be through

filtered grill with replaceable type filters. Construction and installation of heating and ventilation

equipment, accessories and appurtenances shall comply with the published accepted standards

of the relevant professional associations. Labeling and listing of equipment by Underwriter’s

Laboratories, Inc., is accepted as conforming to design standards. Equipment shall be

replaceable without requiring dismantling of adjacent piping, equipment or any fixed

construction. Required ductwork shall be corrosion resistant materials, be air tight to prevent

leaking along runs, and shall comply with other such requirements as the Housing Inspector may

deem necessary.

Division 12

HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING

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12.201 Submittals

Submit shop drawings for approval in all cases of system addition,

modification and new installation.

A. Shop drawings- drawings and original catalog data sheets of all apparatus

giving full information as to dimensions, materials, fitness and other

pertinent facts shall be submitted.

B. The approval of the drawings by the Harris County shall not be construed

as a complete check but will indicate only that the general method of

construction and detailing is satisfactory.

C. The contractor shall maintain one copy of each approved shop drawing in a

separate file, and present the entire set arranged in a brochure to the Owner

at the completion of system(s) installation.

D. Manufacturer's wiring diagrams shall be furnished for all heat pump units.

12.202 Electrical Work

A. All electric motors for plumbing and HVAC equipment shall be provided

by Mechanical trades.

B. All other electrical devices such as thermostats, etc., for the control or

operation of HVAC and plumbing equipment shall be provided and

wired by mechanical trades. These items shall comply with Division 13,

Electrical.

C. Power supply wiring for all equipment shall be provided by electrical trades.

D. Mechanical trades shall coordinate with the Electrical trades for wiring of

power requirements of approved equipment submittals. Also coordinate

specified control functions.

E. Each bidder shall thoroughly inspect the site and existing conditions affecting

the work.

F. For equipment consisting of an assembly of multiple components such

multiple components do not have to be the products of a single

manufacturer.

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12.203 Performance Data

All performance data specified herein shall be considered actual performance of

equipment as installed. If installation details are such that actual operating

conditions unfavorably affect performance as compared to conditions under

which the equipment was rated, suitable allowance shall be made by the

Contractor.

12.204 Tests

The Contractor shall, at his expense, conduct capacity and general operating test

on each system when requested by the Agency. The test shall demonstrate the

specified capacities of the various pieces of equipment, and shall be conducted in

the presence of the owner or his authorized representative. The general operating

tests shall demonstrate that the entire equipment is functioning in accordance with

the contract documents.

12.205 Operating Manuals

The General Contractor shall have prepared 2 copies of the Maintenance Manuals

and be delivered to the homeowner. The manuals shall be as specified herein. The

manuals must be delivered to the homeowner before the substantial completion

inspection.

Make-up of manuals: The manuals shall be bound in a three-ring loose leaf

binder No sheets larger than 8' x 11 shall be used except sheets that may be neatly

folded to 8"xll" and used as a pull out.

Contents of manuals: The manuals shall contain a complete description of each

new mechanical and electrical system in the building as hereinafter outlined.

Complete maintenance instructions on each piece of equipment in the building as

hereinafter described, the name, address and telephone number of each sub-

contractor that installed the system, and the name, address and telephone number

of the local representative of each piece of equipment installed in the building.

12.206 Operator Instructions

At the completion of the project, and after all systems have been tested and

accepted by the Harris County, the Contractor shall provide a trained representative

to instruct Owner personnel in the operation of all systems. During this period,

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instruct the owner or his representative fully in the operation, adjustment and

maintenance.

Part 3 Products

Forced Air and Gravity Air Furnaces

A Minimum 14 Seer rating will be required for all new AC systems along with a manufacture 7

year parts warranty

A. Carrier.

B. Lennox.

C. Trane.

D. York

E. American Standard

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Reference Standards

12.610 Furnaces

American Gas Association Approved (AGA)

The government's minimum AFUE rating for gas furnaces and boilers is 78%

A. Carrier

B. Lennox

C. Mueller

D. National Heater

E. Trane

F. American Standard

G. Or Equal

12.620 Duct Work

Codes and Standards - Provide and install all units and accessories in

accordance with the provisions of the following:

A. SMACNA Installation Standard and Guides

B. ASHRAE Guide and Data Books

C. UL 181, UL 181A and UL 181B Insulated Air Ducts.

Duct Construction Installation

In accordance with "Low Velocity, Duct Construction Standards" as

published by Sheet Metal, Air Conditioning Contractors National

Association, Inc. (SMACNA) All references to tables, plates in this

paragraph: refer referenced manual. Duct: Constructed of galvanized sheet

steel or sheet aluminum. Duct dimension, metal gauges, seam construction,

reinforcing angles: In accordance with SMACNA's latest edition.

12.630 Heat Pumps

A. UNITARY HEAT PUMPS shall comply with the requirement of

ARI-240 and UL-559. Units shall be tested, rated, labeled and listed

accordingly.

B. Outdoor sections of all heat pump units shall be sound rated in

accordance with ARI-270, and installed to produce a sound

pressure level not exceeding 60 db (a) maximum.

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12.640 Air Distribution Devices

Codes and Standards - Provide and install all units and accessories in accordance with

the provisions of the following:

Air Diffusion Council 106R2.

12.650 Control Wiring

All control wiring shall be as per the NEC. The NEC requirements are hereby

upgraded to the extent that all control wiring, except that concealed in walls or

partitions, shall be run in EMT indoors, and rigid steel conduit outdoors.

Split System Heat Pumps (if applicable)

A. Indoor Fan Coil Section: Furnish and install direct expansion fan coil

equipped with electric heater. Unit shall operate in the vertical upflow

position and is to be installed with duct-work. Unit enclosure shall be

insulated and constructed of galvanized steel, bonderized and finished with

baked enamel. Reversible filter rack shall have duct connection flanges

and be equipped with permanent or throw away type filter. Fan shall be

forward curved with double inlet mounted on motor shaft, dynamically and

statically balanced. The multi-speed fan motor shall be factory lubricated,

have internal overload protection, and be resiliently mounted. Cooling coil

shall be constructed with aluminum fins bonded to copper or aluminum

tubing, coil shall have factory installed; refrigerant metering device,

refrigerant line fittings, (2) condensate pans. Electric heater shall be factory

installed and wired for single stage operation. All heaters shall be equipped

with both thermal and current overload protection, and the required heating

and cooling system controls, including a control circuit transformer.

B. Outdoor unit - Furnish and install an air to air electric heat pump designed

and tested for Refrigerant 22. Brass service valves with refrigerant line

fittings and service parts shall be provided. Outdoor coil shall be constructed

with aluminum fins mechanically bonded to copper or aluminum tubes. Coil

shall be protected by grille. Fan shall be direct drive propeller type.

Compressor shall be of the welded hermetic type with internal vibration

isolation. Compressor motor shall have both thermal and current sensitive

overload device and be equipped with crank-case heater and high pressure

protection. Controls and protective devices shall include a liquid line low

pressure switch, suction line accumulator and pressure relief device.

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Provide an automatic

defrost system. Accessories shall include indoor thermostat,

precharged tubing, outdoor thermostat, emergency heat relay, filter drier,

time guard and start thermistor.

C. Temperature Control System:

1 Furnish and install a system of electric temperature control as hereinafter specified and

as recommended by heat pump unit manufacturer.

2 Warm Air Heating System: A wall mounted heating cooling thermostat with manual

changeover, fan on-auto switch, and emergency heat switch shall control the heat

pump compressor, outdoor fan, and indoor fan to maintain its setting. When

additional heat is required, the thermostat shall energize the supplementary electric

heating coil unless overridden by the setting of the outdoor air thermostat (located in

the heat pump outdoor unit). The emergency switch shall override the outdoor

thermostat and permit use of the supplementary heating coil for heating if the

compressor is inoperative.

3 Cool Air Cooling System: The wall mounted thermostat shall control the heat

pump compressor, outdoor fan and indoor fan to maintain its setting.

Duct Work General

In accordance with "Low Velocity, Duct Construction Standards" as published by Sheet

Metal, Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA) All references

to tables, plates in this paragraph: refer to referenced manual. Duct: Constructed of

galvanized sheet steel or sheet aluminum. Duct dimension, metal gauges, seam construction,

reinforcing angles: In accordance with SMACNA's latest edition.

Duct Construction, Fittings, Hangers

In accordance with tables 1-1 thru 5-2.

Flexible Duct Connectors

Provide flexible duct connectors at duct connections with fan units. Connectors: neoprene

coated glass fabric, 30 oz. per square yds. or approved equal. Shall be in accordance with

SMACNA Low Velocity StOs. table 2-1. Each flex connector shall be designed to allow one

inch of free movement, completely air tight, and shall have sewed and cemented seams

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Volume Dampers

Shall be installed where indicated on the drawings and at locations where branches take off

by splitter connections in the mains. Damper control hardware shall be of the locking quadrant

type.

Turning Vanes

Turning vanes of the double thickness type shall be provided in all square elbows and

shall be of galvanized steel. Vanes shall be as shown in SMACNA Fig. 2-4.

Sheet Metal Gauges

Sheet metal gauges for low velocity rectangular ductwork shall be governed by the major

duct dimension and shall be as follows:

Up to 12 inches No. 26 gauge 13 to 30 inches No. 24 gauge and shall be as per IRC,

Section M1601.1

Low Velocity Ductwork

Low velocity ductwork shall have joints fabricated by approved methods of crimping

which will provide a neat appearance and which will be substantial and air tight. transverse

joint connections shall be governed by the major duct dimensions and shall be as follows:

Up to 24 inches S or Drive slips 25 to 40 inches 1" pocket or 1" bar slips 12.668 Rectangular

Ducts

All rectangular ducts shall be securely hung or attached to the building construction with

hanger design and spacing governed by major dimension as follows:

Up to 12 inches Band hangers around bottom and sides and attached to two points above

top of duct.

8 ft. O.C. 13 to 30 inches Band hangers on bottom and sides and attached to two points

above edges of duct 6 ft O C.

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12.669 Gas and Oil Furnaces

All fuel fired equipment shall provide full cut off electric ignition 12.670 Roof Self-Mounted

Air Conditioning Unit

A. Unit shall be designed for outdoors complete with full roof curb and be a factory

tested, assembled piped and fully charged unit.

B. Unit to be equipped with 100% outside air economizer cycle relief and return dampers for

"free cooling"

C. Unit to be wired in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Unit to be rated in

accordance with ARI Standard 210

D. Installation, maintenance and operating instructions with electrical diagrams to be

shipped with unit.

E. Exterior casing could be heavy zinc coated steel with an epoxy primer and finished

paint. Doors to be hinged and have fasteners and air tight gaskets.

F. Interior surfaces on the casings shall be insulated for thermal insulation.

G. All joints of metal panels shall be sealed internally to provide an air tight, water tight

enclosure.

H. Compressor shall be industrial type with forced feed lubrication and electric unloading

controls, plus safety controls which shall include hi and low pressure cut off, oil

pressure cut off, non-recycling pump down and reset relays among others

I. Fan shaft shall be mounted on at least two greased lubricated ball bearings designed for

200,000 hours average life. Grease lines to be extended outside of unit.

J. Entire fan assembly shall be completely isolated from the unit on rubber and cork

isolators.

K. Unit shall be supplied with a remote control monitor panel to be mounted on office

wall.

Part 4 Execution

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12.7 Definitions

12.8 Execution Specific Methods

Fuel Burning Equipment

Oil Burner Maintenance

The contractor shall clean burner, combustion chamber, oil motor and repair or replace all

damaged parts to insure proper control and operation according to manufacturer's

specifications. Inspect oil tank for leaks and test oil line from tank to burner. Replace if

damaged or corroded. Inspect and clean vent pipe and chimney.

Oil Burner Gun Replacement

Install high efficiency "Becket" or equal, oil burner gun.

Oil Space Heater

Contractor shall furnish and install oil space heater with 98,000 BTUH input or greater,

including thermostatic controls. Unit is to be a Sears Model No. 42G70731N or better.

Contractor shall install prefabricated flue in accordance with all local codes in location

indicated in work write-up. Installation shall include a 500 gallon fuel tank on integral legs

with a copper tubing supply connected to the heating unit.

All equipment and total installation is to be in accordance with all local codes and

manufacturers recommendations. Installation shall be considered complete when unit is in

operation. Contractor is to guarantee work and equipment for one year from date of acceptance

by the Harris County.

Oil Forced-Air Furnace

Contractor shall furnish and install heating system(s) complete and operable in every

detail, as shown on drawings supplied by contractor and hereinafter specified. Oil forced air

heating unit shall be complete with all necessary connections including: fan, blowers, controls

and thermostatic controls. Contractor shall guarantee a trouble free system and shall repair

or replace all defective parts and/or workmanship at his expense for a period of one year

from date of acceptance of heating system. He shall further guarantee that the heating system

will maintain heat within the house at 70 degrees F. when the outside temperature is 36

degrees F. and the wind has a velocity of 15 mph. Unit is to contain electric spark ignition.

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All duct work in finished area that is not to be enclosed shall be painted with metal primer

finish paint.

All ducts in unheated spaces to be insulated with min. R-8 duct insulation and taped in

place.

Old heating unit is to be removed and disposed.

Gas Equipment Maintenance

When existing gas fired equipment is to remain, clean burners, combustion chambers, vent

stacks, chimney if needed, adjust flame and pilot, correctly set fan limit control switches.

Clean and oil blowers and install new filter. Test heating system under stress conditions long

enough to establish proper operation, including automatic parts and controls. Proper sized,

usable slide baffles shall be provided if missing.

Replace Gas Furnace

Contractor shall furnish and install electric start gas fixed heating unit system(s) complete and

operable in every detail, as shown on drawings supplied by contractor and hereinafter

specified. Unit shall be complete with all necessary connections for operation including:

fans, blowers, controls and thermostatic controls. Contractor shall guarantee a trouble free

system and shall repair or replace all defective parts and/or workmanship at his expense for a

period of one year from date of acceptance of heating system. He shall further guarantee that

the heating system will maintain heat within the house at 70 degrees F. when the outside

temperature is 36 degrees F. and the wind has a velocity of 15 mph. Unit is to contain

electric spark ignition.

All duct work in finished areas that is not to be enclosed shall be painted with metal primer

finish paint.

All ducts in unheated spaces to be insulated with min. R-8 duct insulation and taped in

place.

Old heating unit is to be removed and disposed.

Repair

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Heating Unit

A. Housing repair: install new housing panels to replace damaged panels.

B. Heat exchanger:

01 Install replacement heat exchanger in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. 02

Reassemble furnace unit.

C. Forced Air furnace fan motor:

1. Rebuild fan motor.

02 Reinstall motor in furnace assembly.

03. Reinstall fan drive assembly.

Central Heat Furnace/Repair

Contractor shall repair central heat furnaces as follows:

Clean existing system

Check all functional parts for proper working order

All defective parts shall be replaced

Repair any defective venting and ducts.

Use: parts from a local supplier

All work shall be performed in accordance with Electric or Plumbing Codes of Harris

County.

12.820 Electric Equipment

12.821 Electric Furnace Installation

Contractor shall furnish and install system(s) complete and operable in every detail, as

shown on drawings supplied by contractor and hereinafter specified. Electric furnace

complete with all electrical connections: fans, blowers, controls, thermostatic controls and

all other necessary connections and controls for a completely operable unit.

All equipment and installations shall be in compliance with local codes and regulations.

Contractor shall guarantee a trouble free system and shall repair or replace all defective parts

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and/or workmanship at his expense for a period of one year from date of acceptance of heating

system. He shall further guarantee that the heating system will maintain heat within the house

at 70 degrees F. when the outside temperature is 36 degrees F. and the wind has a velocity of

15 mph.

All duct work in finished area that is not to be enclosed shall be painted with metal primer

finish paint.

All ducts in unheated spaces to be insulated with min. R-8 duct insulation and taped in

place.

12.822 Electrical Central Air Conditioner.

Contractor shall furnish and install air conditioning system(s) complete and operable in every

detail, as shown on drawings supplied by contractor and hereinafter specified. With all

electrical connections, thermostatic controls that can be sent for fan only, condensing unit,

"A" type evaporator coils, housings, lines, ducts, registers and all other necessary

connections, controls and equipment for a completely operable unit, including concrete

exterior pad (location selected by home owner).

If not existing, return ducting with registers shall be installed at each floor of house. All supply

registers shall be replaced and adjustable for most effective air distribution for heating and

air conditioning. All duct work in finished area that is not to be enclosed shall be painted

with metal primer finish paint. All ducts in unheated spaces shall be insulated with a

minimum of 2" fiberglass duct insulation and taped in place.

All equipment and installations shall be in compliance with local codes and regulations.

Contractor shall guarantee a trouble free system and shall repair or replace all defective parts

and/or workmanship at his expense for a period of one year from date of acceptance of

completed job. He shall further guarantee that the cooling system will maintain a

temperature of 78 degrees F. when the outside temperature is 89 degrees F.

12.823 Installation of Heat Pump

Contractor shall furnish and install Carrier or approved equal heat pump complete with all

electrical connections, fans, blowers, controls, thermostat, compressor unit and pad, ducts and

registers and all other necessary components and connections for a completely operable

heating and cooling unit.

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12.824 Fan Forced Ceiling Heaters

Contractor shall furnish and install a Miami-Carey #586 Fan-Forced Ceiling Heaters and

switch or approved equal. Installation is to be in accordance with all local codes and

manufacturer's recommendations. Contractor is to guarantee work and equipment for one

year from date of acceptance by the Harris County.

12.830 Duct Work

12.831 Return and Exhaust Registers and Transfer Grill

Return and exhaust registers, unless otherwise specified shall be steel, fixed bar type, with

opposed blade key operated dampers. Registers in walls shall have horizontal bars set at

angle like Tuttle & Bailey Type T-117D. Registers in ceilings shall have straight bars and

shall be equivalent to Tuttle & Bailey Type T117. Finish shall be baked on white enamel.

Grilles shall be the same as specified for registers except volume dampers are omitted.

12.832 Ceiling Diffusers

All room ceiling diffusers shall be round, fully adjustable pattern with round necks.

Diffusers shall be finished in baked on enamel color by owner.

12.833 Insulation Material

A. Coverings and insulation of equipment, ductwork and piping, including vapor barriers,

shall have a flame spread rating not over 25 without evidence of continued progressive

combustion and with a smoke developed rating not higher than SO based on test procedure

ASTM E-84. If the coverings and insulation, including vapor barriers, are to be applied

with adhesives, the adhesives used shall have a flame spread rating not over 25 and a

smoke developed rating not higher than 50.

B. Flexible foamed plastic insulation shall be O-C flexible tubing.

C. Rigid duct liner board insulation (sound-lining) shall be O-C Fiberglass A-6.

D. Flexible duct insulation shall be OC Faced Duct Warp FRK 25, Series ED-150.

E. Insulating cement shall be O-C 110.

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12.846 Sound Lining

A. All sound lining materials shall conform to U.L. requirements for use in air duct systems,

and shall be guaranteed by the manufacturer against erosion of fibers at the actual air

velocities in the system.

B. Linings shall be secured to ducts with mechanical clips on 15" centers each way and

with adhesive over the entire back surface. Caulk all joints with a fire retardant mastic

and tape all joints with fire retardant duct tape. Duct construction at leading edge of

sound lining must provide a shoulder to receive edge of lining so that interior of lined

and unlined sections shall be identical. The installation of all duct sound linings shall

comply with the SMANA Sound Liner Application Manual.

12.847 Inspect I Existing Heating System

12.848 Install New Control Systems

Thermostats shall be mounted 54" above finished floor. All controls shall be installed by

this Contractor.

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Part 1 Scope

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.Furnish materials, accessories,

fittings, fixtures, and equipment; perform work required to place the electrical

systems in a complete, proper and legal operating condition including:

Power Transmission. Electrical Service.

Lighting. Relamping

Miscellaneous Devices and Switches Miscellaneous Electrical Fixtures

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing electrical shall comply

with the IRC.

Part 2 General Requirements

Electrical work and appliances, fixtures, panels and devices installed in this work

shall be in strict conformance with the National Electrical Code. All fixtures,

devices, panels, and appliances shall bear the Underwriters Label. All conductors shall

be copper. The electrical contractor will coordinate with the Utility Company to

provide temporary poles for construction and for the timely hook-up of power to the

building and arrange for the same. All breakers in the electrical panel shall be labeled.

Electrical services shall consist of a minimum 100 amp single phase 115/230 volts, 3

wire overhead service to a weather head and meter can. Service entry will be

connected to a minimum 12 circuit 1 phase with a 125 amp MLO and 100 amp feed

from line.

13.201 Inspection and Tests

The Contractor shall obtain all inspections required by all laws, ordinances, rules,

regulations, or public authority having jurisdiction. He shall obtain certificates of such

inspections and shall submit same to the AHC and ACHS before final payment is made

and shall pay all fees, charges, and other expenses in connection therewith.

13.202 Workmanship

All work shall be done in conformance with accepted standards and practices and shall be

in conformance with the cu r rent adop ted C i t y o f Hous ton National Electrical

Code, and all State and local codes applicable.

Make any necessary arrangement with the utility service company for service or work

required on its equipment or system.

Division 13

ELECTRICAL

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13.203 Relampinq

A. Furnish and install new lamps for all light fixtures at completion of the work.

B. LED lamps shall be soft white color temperature.

C. Exterior exposed lamps shall be PAR type.

D. Size of lamps: incandescent lamps shall not exceed fixture rating.

E. . All bulbs shall be LED.

13.204 Abandoned Wiring

A. Disconnect and remove existing electrical equipment and exposed wiring not in use.

B. Dispose of equipment and wiring off-site.

C. When encountered, all fabric-covered and ‘knob and tube’ wiring shall be replaced.

13.205 Temporary Electric Service

A. The electrical contractor shall make provisions for a temporary service connection for

light and power as may be required by the various trades.

13.206

Cutting and Patching

A. Perform cutting and patching of materials essential to installation or work in accordance

with.

B. Do not cut structural framing members, piping, or duct work.

C. Restore cut or damaged surfaces to original finish to match surrounding surfaces.

Part 3 Products

13.5 Manufacturers Approved

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13.510 Light Fixtures

Progress Lithonia Sea Gull

Kichler

Other as approved

13.520 Panels

Square D

General Electric

Cutler-Hammer

Westinghouse ITE

13.530 Smoke Detector

General Electric

Honeywell

Kidde

First Alert

13.540 Devices

Lithonia Leviton Slater G.E.

Arrow-Hart (Cooper)

13.550 Appliances

Whirlpool G.E.

Frigidaire Maytag

13.6 Material Standards

13.601 Codes

A. Materials, accessories, fittings, fixtures, equipment, and systems shall comply with: 01

National Electric Code (NEC). (current adopted City of Houston code)

02 National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA). 03 Underwriters Laboratories

(UL).

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4. Local, state, and national codes, and requirements of the utility service company.

13.602 Materials and equipment shall be clearly marked to identify manufacturer, model, and UL

rating.

13.603 All devices shall be suitable for use with copper or aluminum conductors. 13.620 Wire

Material

A. Wire material for repair or replacement work shall be the same as the wire on

which work is required.

Wire and Cable

A. Wire and Cable shall be in accordance with the latest edition of NEC or the City of

Houston current codes, with amendments. 600 volt conductors: All conductors shall be

delivered to the site in their original packages, plainly marked as follows

Underwriter's Label: Size, type, and insulation of the wire every four feet of

length: Name of the manufacturing company and the trade name of the wire.

B. All branch circuit wiring may be 2/C and 3/C Romex with copper ground.

C. Conductors smaller than #8 shall be co-al and solid; #6 and larger shall be aluminum

stranded. #8 may be either solid or stranded. Wire sizes shall be American Wire

Gauge (AWG). Minimum copper wire sizes shall be #14 unless noted or specified

otherwise. #12 where a 20a circuit is required. All wiring is required to meet NEC.

13.630 Lighting Fixtures

Manufacturer and models are provided as basis of design. Fixtures shall be provided with LED

bulbs as required.

Fixtures shall be as specified in work write u p or as follows.

Kitchen Ceiling Sea Gull Lighting FS59150BLE962

Kitchen Over Sink Sea Gull Lighting 11082LE w/ trim Ring 1162A-14

Bedroom Sea Gull Lighting FS-79177BLE962

Hallway Ceilings Sea Gull Lighting 59220BLE-962

Dining Room Sea Gull Lighting FS59150BLE962

Living Room Sea Gull Lighting FS59150BLE962

Basement Sea Gull Lighting 5997BLE-15

Bedroom/Hall-Wall mount Sea Gull Lighting 49036BLE-999

Porch Wall Mount Sea Gull Lighting FS-892715

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Porch Ceiling Mounted Sea Gull Lighting FS-892315

Bathroom Ceiling Sea Gull Lighting 59220BLE-962

Bathroom over Mirror Sea Gull Lighting 49435BLE-962

Bathroom side of Mirror. Sea Gull Lighting 49035BLE-962

Utility Room Keyless or Pull-chain Porcelain Sea Gull Lighting 5997BLE-15

Under Stairs and Closets Sea Gull Lighting FS-5990BLE15

Recessed Down lights Sea Gull Lighting 11082LE w/ trim

Ring 1162A-14

13.640 Appliances

Appliance manufacturer and models provided as basis of design. Other models by

approved manufacturers meeting the specifications of the appliance models listed are

acceptable.

A. Refrigerator w/Built-in Ice Maker

a. GE Model#GTH18XCTW (White, Bisque, Black) or Upgrade GE GT

K181CXB3 (Stainless Steel)

B. Electric Range

a. GE Model#JBS55DMWW (White, Bisque, Black) or Upgrade

JBS55SMSS (Stainless Steel)

C. Gas Range

a. GE Model#JGB280DENWW (White, Bisque, Black) or Upgrade

JGB28) SENSS (Stainless Steel)

D. Dishwasher

a. GE Model # GSD3300KWW

13.640 Devices Outlets and Junction Boxes

Switch and receptacle outlet boxes and junction boxes shall be galvanized or

sherardized or plastic, one piece pressed steel, Knock--out-type, of approved make. The

size of each box shall be determined by the number or wires or conduits, or size of

conduits entering the box in accordance with NEC.

One-Piece Type Device Plates shall be provided for all outlets. Plates on unfinished

walls or on fittings shall be of zinc-coated sheet metal having rounded or beveled

edges. Plates on finished walls shall be, provided with beveled edges, and baked ivory

enamel finish.

Screws shall be of metal with oval heads, colored to match finish of plate. Section type

device plates will not be permitted.

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Plates within reach of bathtub shall be non-conducting type including screws. Plates for

weatherproof duplex receptacles shall be cast aluminum.

Switches

a. Toggle switches ivory handle, totally enclosed switches, rated 125V, 15 amps.

13.650 Receptacles

a. 15 ampere, 125 volt, duplex, NEMA, 2-pole, 3-wire, grounding type.

b. 20 ampere, 125 volt, duplex, NEMA, 2-pole, 3-wire, grounding type.

c. Telephone Company Receptacles 15 amperes, 125 volt, duplex, 2-pole, 3-wire,

grounding type, locking device.

d. Washer Receptacle 20 ampere, 125 volt, single, 2-pole, 3-wire, grounding type,

ivory.

e. Dryer receptacle - 30 ampere, 125/250 volt, 4-prong NEMA 14-30.

13.660 Panel boards

a. Furnish and install where indicated a dead front panel board incorporating

switching and protective devices of the number, rating, and type noted herein

or shown on the drawings. Panel boards shall have NEMA 1 general-

p u r p o s e enclosures and shall be surface or recess mounted as noted.

All panel boards shall be rated for the intended voltage and shall be in

accordance with the Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., "Standard for Panel

boards," and "Standard for Cabinets and Boxes," shall be so labeled where

procedures exist. Panel boards shall also comply with NEMA Standard for

Panel boards, National Electric Code (Power Distribution Panels) where

applicable.

Execution

13.7 Definition:

13.8 Execution Specific Methods

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13.801 Installation of Wire and Conductors

A. Comply with the manufacturer's printed instruction except where

requirements that are more stringent are shown or specified and except

where manufacturer's technical representative directs otherwise.

B. Before installation, units shall be coordinated with all associated trades.

C. Installation of Conductors:

1. Conductors shall be continuous between outlets or junction boxes and

no splices shall be made except in outlet boxes, panel board gutters,

or hand holes.

2. Aluminum approved connectors shall be used with aluminum cables,

AlumiConn connector or equal.

3. All connectors for aluminum cables shall have wide contact surfaces

to distribute the pressure and prevent damage to parts of the cable

from over compression.

4. Remove all the oxide film on aluminum conductors before making

joints and clean the surface of cables which are to be wiped and

coated with a suitable joint compound such as Alcoa's Alnox or Alcoa

No. 2 EJC, or approved equal.

5. Belleville washers shall be used when bolts are other than Aluminum

or aluminum alloy, to correct for the coefficient of expansion when

using two dissimilar metals.

6. Oil or grease shall not be used when pulling conductors. Appropriate

cable lubricants only.

7. Arrange conductors neatly in panels, cabinets, and equipment.

8. Tighten pressure type lugs on panels and equipment, and then

retighten 24 hours or more later.

9. Homeruns longer than 75 feet from the panel shall be not less

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than No. 10 AWG, copper.

13.802Exposed Interior Wiring

''Wire mold" exposed raceway devices or equal will be permitted when

concealed wiring is not practical as specified by Agency. Raceways shall be of

sufficient size to contain wiring required

for circuiting. All devices shall be securely attached in a neat level manner. All

boxes shall be at least 3" off floor. No floor boxes will be permitted. Do not

conceal wiremold.

13.810 Electrical Panel Replacement

Remove old inadequate electric service. Install new 150 Amp. 110/220V Service,

circuit breaker type panel with 150 Amp main breaker. Instal1 new #8 secondary

ground wire to street side of water meter and approved grounding electrode. Connect

existing lighting circuits into new panel with line rated breakers as per 15 Amp.-20

Amp. (A) Include separate appliance circuits.

13.811 Install 150 Amp. Service Heavy Up

Install a new 150 Amp. - 110/220 Volt single phase electrical service complete

with circuit breaker panel box and circuit breakers. Replace service entry to

building to meet codes and service provider requirements. Replace all cracked or dried

circuit wires. Panel box to have main 150 Amp breaker.

Residential Wiring

Install Duplex Convenience Outlets

Install new Duplex convenience outlets as indicated in work write-up or drawing.

Include separate 20 amp 120V circuit and breaker or fuse when adding to existing

system. Conceal all wiring in walls, ceiling, or floor.

Install Lighting Fixture

Provide all necessary labor and materials to install all lighting fixtures and equipment

stated in work write-up.

Repair Electric Service

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Remove all illegal wiring and replace as required by code.

Make operable or replace all faulty, cracked, or damaged convenience outlets

switches, and cover plates. Replace any dried and cracked wiring. Install circuit

protection device of proper size.

Check and seal service riser through roof or exterior wall. Inspect weather cap

and replace if cracked.

Replace all push button switches with toggle type. Install screw in brass covers

on all floor convenience outlet boxes.

Electrical Code/Additional Outlets

Install 15 amp or 20 amp. copper circuit in room with duplex ivory outlets to

bring room to electrical code, 18" of floor. All work to be fished in existing walls,

plaster patch by this contractor.

Freezer Outlet

Provide 20 amp. Freezer outlet with cover and box to be connected to individual

circuit. 13.826 Refrigerator Outlet

Provide 20 amp refrigerator outlet with cover and box to be connected to individual

circuit. 13.827 Electric Heating Connection

Provide all necessary labor and materials to make all electrical connections to gas

fired unit heaters, furnaces, electric baseboard and wall heaters, air conditioning

equipment, air handlers, and any and all heating, ventilating or exhaust equipment.

13.828 Disposal Circuit

Provide wall switch over kitchen counter sink for garbage disposal. Run wire to

below sink for disposal connection. Repair all disturbed areas to match existing.

13.829 Sink Light

Provide wall switch over kitchen counter connected to valence light over sink. Supply light

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fixture as described per work write-up.

13.830 Washer Outlet

Provide 20 Amp clothes washer outlet with cover and box, to be connected to individual

circuit. 13.831

Dryer Outlet

Provide 40 Amp./220 Volt Dryer Circuit with outlet, cover, and box. 13.832

Water Heater Connection

Provide labor and material for 30 Amp/230 Volt Circuit connection to the electric

hot water heater.

Installed Weatherproof Outlets shall consist of a duplex 15 ampere, 125 volt, 2-

pole, 3- wire grounded fault interrupt type receptacle in a castmetal box with a

gasketed, weatherproof, nonferrous metal cover plate with cap. The third pole shall

be grounded to raceway system or separate ground conductor. Cap shall be

permanently attached to cover plate by a short length of bead chain or shall be

provided with spring-hinge.

Ground Fault Outlet

All bathroom, kitchen, garage, and exterior outlets are to be protected with ground

fault circuit interrupters per code with City of Houston amendments.

Repair Door Bell

Repair and/or replace all doorbell buttons, chimes, low voltage wire and low voltage

transformers as required to have working system.

Repair Low Voltage Wiring

Inspect, repair, and/or replace any low voltage wiring for thermostats and switching

devices required to operate furnace.

Install Smoke Detector, 120 Volt

In new homes, provide and install smoke detector, 120-Volt Hardwired-

Interconnected 10-Year Backup Battery Smoke Alarm to electric supply contractor

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to provide electric junction box where detector is to be installed. Kidde

Model# 21010407-A or equal.

In home rehabilitation, provide 120 Volt permanently installed smoke detectors or

10-year battery operated interconnected smoke detectors installed per the

manufacturer’s instructions and City of Houston codes. Kidde Model # 21027681 or

equal.

Install Carbon Monoxide Detector, 120 Volt

Provide and install carbon monoxide detector, 120 Volt permanently connected to

electric supply. Contractor to provide electric junction box where detector is to be

installed. For homes being rehabilitated, a 10-year battery operated carbon

monoxide detector may be provided. Battery back-up is required. Manufacturer:

Kidde Hardwire Carbon Monoxide Detector with DC backup,

Model# 21006406 or equal. Kidde Battery Carbon Monoxide Detector Model# 21027440

13.839 Install Combination Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detector, 120 Volt

Provide and install 120-Volt Hardwired-Interconnected 10-Year Battery

Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm. Contractor to provide electric

junction box where detector is to be installed. Manufacturer: Kidde Hardwire Smoke

and Carbon Monoxide Alarm with DC backup, Model:

Kidde Model # 21010408-N

13.839 Bathroom Ceiling Exhaust Fan

Install Broan ceiling exhaust fan model 699 or equal with ventilator assembly kit

ducted through roof. Include new switch to code. Patch disturbed areas to match

existing.

13.840 Heater/Fan

Install combination heater/fan in bathroom ceiling with switch on bathroom wall,

Broan Model #659. Vent exhaust fan to outside.

Broan Model #

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13.841 Range Hood Installation

Contractor shall furnish and install all necessary equipment for the installation of a

range hood. Vented models shall be G.E Model # JV338HWW

Color selection by owner or to match range unit. All units shall have integral

controls. All ducts shall be concealed in a chase or soffit. Installation shall be in

accordance with manufacturer's instructions and all applicable local codes.

Electric Service Entrance/Repair

Contractor shall repair service entrances as follows:

Repair work consist of the following

Bring to code the service entrance (weather-head, anchoring, meter base, ground).

Use: Square D; or equal

All work materials, and dimensions shall be per Local adopted National Electric

Codes.

Electric Service Entrance/Install

Contractor shall install service entrances as follows:

Install new service entrance components

Create temporary service needs

Request power company transfer meter to new installation base.

Use: Square D or equal.

All work, materials, and dimensions shall be per Electric Codes adopted by Harris

County.

Electric Main Disconnect/Repair

Contractor shall repair main disconnects as follows:

Repair work consist of the following: repair to code.

Use: Square D; or equal

All work, materials, and dimensions shall be per Electric Codes adopted by Harris

County.

Electric Main Disconnect/Install

Contractor shall install main disconnects as follows:

Installation work consists of the following: remove existing and replace as per Code

Use: Square D or equal

All work, materials, and dimensions shall be as per Electrical Codes adopted by

Harris County.

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Electric Circuit Breaker Panel/Repair

Contractor shall repair Circuit Breaker Panels as follows:

Repair all component parts to code

All parts must be present and properly in place.

Use: Square D; or equal

All work, materials, and dimensions shall be as per Electrical Code adopted by Harris

County.

Electrical Circuit Breaker Panel/Install

Contractor shall install Circuit Breaker Panels as follows:

Install new 100 AMP panel with required circuits to code

Remove old unit panel.

Use: Square D or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County.

Wall Wire/Repair

Contractor shall repair wall wiring as follows:

Box all wire splices; cover all exposed wire by placing in conduit or “C” channel.

Use: Square D; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electrical Codes adopted by

Harris County.

Attic Wire/Repair

Contractor shall repair attic wirings as follows:

Repair work consist of the following: install “j” boxes at all wire splices as required

by City Code.

Use: Square D; or equal

All work, materials, and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County.

Attic Wire/Install

Contractor shall install attic wirings as follows:

Remove all defective wire in attic area; install new wire runs and required to Code.

Use: Square D; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electrical Codes adopted by

Harris County.

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Exterior Light Fixture/Install

Contractor shall install exit light fixtures as follows:

Remove the exit light fixture at location and replace with new exit fixture.

Use: Square D; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County.

Duplex Room Receptacle/Install

Contractor shall install new receptacles as follows:

Install new receptacles at designated location.

Use: Leviton; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County.

Interior Light Fixtures/ Repair

Contractor shall replace interior light fixtures as follows:

Remove existing light switch at location

Install new unit at box

Use: Fixtures as specified in Section 13.630 or equal.

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County

Interior Light Fixtures with Switch/Install

Contractor shall install new interior light fixture and switch as follows:

Install new fixture and switch at location with mounting box

Use: Fixtures as specified in Section 13.630; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County

Smoke Detector/Install

Contractor shall install new electric smoke detector as follows:

Install new smoke detector at locations required by code

Anchor securely

Carbon Monoxide Detector/Install

Contractor shall install new electric carbon monoxide detector in dwellings with heating sources,

appliances that burn solid, liquid, or gaseous fuels and or an attached garage as follows:

Install new smoke detector at locations required by code

Anchor securely

Carbon monoxide detector is to be UL 2034 compliant.

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Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detector Combination /Install

Contractor shall install new electric carbon monoxide and smoke detector in dwellings with

heating sources or water heaters, that burn solid, liquid, or gaseous fuels as follows:

Install new carbon monoxide smoke detector at designated location

Anchor securely

Minimum of one hardwire Carbon Monoxide and smoke detector must be installed in

vicinity of main living area.

Carbon monoxide detector is to be UL 2034 compliant.

GFI’S/ Install

Contractor shall install new GFI receptacles as follows:

Install new GFI(s) at the locations required by the NEC.

Use: Leviton; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code.

Ceiling Fan/Repair

Contractor shall install new ceiling fan as follows:

Remove fan and repair mounting box

Rewire fan to box

Anchor securely.

Use: Hunter with light kit or equal

All work, materials, and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code

Ceiling Fan/Install

Contractor shall install new ceiling fan as follows:

Install new ceiling fan with mounting box and wall switch

Anchor securely

Use: Hunter or equal.

220 Dryer Receptacle/Install

Contractor shall install new 220 Dryer receptacle as follows:

Install new fixture complete with mounting box

Wire run tied into panel

Use: Legrand Pass and Seymour; or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall meet the City of Houston electrical codes,

with amendments.

Bath/Heater/Vent/Install

Contractor shall install new electric Heaters/ventilators as follows:

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Ventilator shall exhaust to outside

Controls shall be wall mounted if the unit is located at ceiling

If an unvented gas space heater unit is present then remove gas heater and,

Close off opening to match exiting wall cover; cap off gas line.

Use: Broan model 149 or 689 as specified above

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per the City of Houston electrical

codes, with amendments.

Bath Heater/Install

Contractor shall install a new electric 1500 watt heater.

Heater shall be at least 1500 watt with reostat temperature controls

Controls shall be wall mounted if new heater is located at ceiling

All work shall be properly trimmed out

Use:Broan model 149 or 689 as specified above

All work, material and dimensions shall be as per the City of Houston electrical codes,

with amendments.

Bath Vent/Install

Contractor shall install new electric ventilators as follows:

Ventilator shall exhaust to outside

Control shall be wall mounted if unit is located at ceiling

Kitchen Vent Hood/Repair

Contractor shall repair kitchen vent hoods as follows:

Clean unit thoroughly

Repair faulty electrical items (light, fan)

Replace or clean filters as required by manufacturer

Secure properly as required

Kitchen Vent Hood/Install

Contractor shall install kitchen vent hoods as follows:

.Remove existing vent hood

Replace with new unit at same location

Use: Nutone, GE, Whirlpool, or equal

All work, materials and dimensions shall be as per Electric Code adopted by Harris

County.

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General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Part 1 Scope

This division includes all labor material and equipment required for the installation of complete

bath facilities including:

Fixtures, Accessories, Ceramic tile.

The following divisions are strongly related.

Division 11 - HVAC Division 12 - Plumbing Division 13 - Electric

Part 2 General Requirements

14.01 Resilient Flooring – as described in Division 9

Any discussion related to ceramic tile in this section would be for the sole purpose

of an alternate upgrade. Ceramic tile is not the base standard.

14.1 A Ceramic Tile

Units shall be of a quality at least equal to “Standard Grade”, graded and marked

in conformance with the specification. Work shall be performed when a

temperature of at least 50 Deg. F can be maintained without interruption for three

days following the completed installation. Ceramic Floor Tile installation shall have

a setting bed not less than 1-1/4”. Subfloor shall be covered to resist moisture.

Floor Tile operations shall wait until wall tile setting has been completed when both

are to be applied in the same space. Ceramic tile shall be set in mortar mixes as

specified for particular uses: “Glazed Ceramic Wall Tile installed with Portland

Cement Mortar, ANSI A108.1”. “Ceramic Mosaic Tile installed with Portland

Mortar, ANSI A 108.2”. Quarry Tile and Paver Tile installed with Portland Cement

Mortar, ANSI A108.3”. Damp cure after grouting approximately three days. No

floor traffic shall be permitted over finished floors less than 48 hours immediately

after installation. Upon completion, all tile floor and wall surfaces shall be

thoroughly cleaned in such a manner as not to damage the glazed surface

14.2 Job Conditions

A. Set and grout tile in portland cement mortar when ambient temperature is at

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BATH AREAS

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least 50 F. and rising.

B. Comply with minimum temperature recommendations of manufacturers

for bonding and grouting materials in other than portland cement mortar.

14.3 Protection

Protect adjoining work surfaces before tile work begins. Protection against mars, marks,

indentations and other damage from construction operations and placement of equipment and

fixtures during the construction period. Use protection methods indicated or recommended

in writing by the flooring manufacturer.

The floor shall be protected by either:

Self-Adhesive Plastic film with a minimum of 2mil thickness

Heavy Brown masking paper (undyed & untreated) and masking tape

Manufacturer recommended protection method if specified

Part 3 Products

14.4 Manufacturers Approved

14.5 Glazed Wall and Floor Tile

American Olean

Tile Co. Daltile

Tile Co.

Florida Tile Division of Sikes Corp.

Monarch Tile Inc., American

Marazzi Tile, Inc. United States

Ceramic Tile Co.

Or Equal

Provide materials obtained from one source for each type and color of tile, grout, and

setting materials.

14.6 Organic Adhesive and Dry Set Grout

Tile-Mate 719; The Upco

Co./USM Corp. Dry Cure:

L&M-Surco Mfg. Inc.

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Or Equal

14.7 Material Standards

14.8 Tile

Part 2 General Requirements:

14.9 Glazed Wall Tile A. Conforming to T Q 137.1-1976. B. Edge: cushion. C. Provide spacer lugs on edge of tile. D. Nominal face size: 4-1/2 in. x 4-1/2 in.

14.10 Trim Shapes and Bases A. Same Type as floor and wall tile. B. Include bases, caps stops, returns, trimmers and other shapes to finish

installation. C. Color and finish: match floor and wall tile.

14.12 Accessories

A. Porcelain type:

Color: Match adjoining wall tile. Soap holder

1) Style: Recessed with extended lip. 2) No. 594 as manufactured by American-Olean.

14.13 Tile For Patching and Extending Existing Work

A. Floors: Ceramic tile of type, size, color, shape, edge design, finish, features,

etc. to match existing tile being extended or patched.

B. Walls and bases: Ceramic mosaic tile, or glazed wall tile of size, shape, color,

edge design, finish, features, etc. to match existing tile being extended or

patched.

14.14 Setting Material

Mortars

14.15 Ceramic Floor Tile

A. Dry-Set, ANSI A118.4-1976. B. Latex-portland cement mortar.

14.16 Ceramic Wall Tile

A. Drywall: ANSI A136.1-1967 (Type II). B. L and M Polycrete.

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Grouts

14.17 Ceramic Floor Tile

A. Latex Portland cement: ANSI A108.4-1976. B. Color: As selected.

14.18 Ceramic Wall Tile A. Latex-Portland cement: ANSI A108.4-1976. B. Color: As selected.

Add no other compounds. Do not alter manufacturer's grout prior to application.

Part 4 Execution

14.20 Tile Installation Standards

ANSI Standards: Comply with applicable requirements of the following except as

otherwise indicated. ANSI A108.4: Tile installed with organic adhesive.

14.21 Tile-New Floor

Method of installation-floor tile may be installed using a prepared sanded mastic,

using dry-set mortar or latex Portland cement mortar on concrete subfloor, as set

forth by the Tile Council of America. Floor tile may also be installed by using

cement mortar bonded to concrete subfloor, with a conventional setting bed

prepared in the following mix: 1 part Portland cement, 6 parts clean dump sand,

and 1/10 part hydrated lime. Wall tile shall be installed using a prepared sanded

mastic using (sanded) dry-set mortar on gypsum board.

Workmanship-All tile shall be installed by experienced mechanics in accordance

with the methods that are described in "Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation"

published by the Tile Council of America.

Laying out work-Lay out work to minimize cutting of tiles. Locate cut tiles where

they will be least objectionable. For heights stated in feet and inches, maintain full

courses to produce nearest attain able heights without cutting tile. Align joints in

wall tile vertically and horizontally. Align joints in floor tile straight with walls and

to conform with patterns selected. Determine exact locations of accessories before

installing wall tile.

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Inspection of surfaces and conditions-Before installing ceramic tile, contractor

shall inspect subsurfaces which are to receive the tile; he shall notify the trade

involved of any serious defects or conditions that will interfere with, or prevent a

satisfactory tile installation; he shall not proceed with installation work until such

defects or conditions have been corrected. Work under this section shall not be

performed unless a minimum temperature of 50 degrees F. can be maintained

without interruption for three days after completion of installation.

Standard of workmanship-Joints shall be straight, level, perpendicular, and of even

width not exceeding 1/16". Vertical joints shall be maintained plumb for the

entire height of the tile work. Damaged or defective tile shall be replaced. Floor

tile operations occurring in spaces requiring both floor and wall tile shall not be

started until wall tile and base has been completed.

14.23 Tile Repairs

Colors, sizes and types of tile for repair and extension of existing tile walls and floors shall

match existing tile in the same space.

Remove tile damaged during construction and install new matching tile.

Remove tile as necessary to make way for new work. When removal of a line or area of

existing tile is necessary for new partitions, equipment relocation and similar conditions,

remove sufficient tile to make clean continuous straight line between new and existing.

Tile shall be removed carefully. Take care not to mar or damage tile to be left in place.

Do not reinstall removed tile in the work, except with specific approval of the owner.

In areas where alterations are to be made and existing ceramic tile floors or walls are to be

extended or patched, protect existing tile to minimize damage. Cover floors with plywood

or paper.

Where new tile is to be applied over existing painted plaster, gypsum board or concrete,

prepare the surfaces as follows:

A. Roughen surfaces that are glossy, painted or which have loose surface

material by sanding or scarifying.

B. Remove surface material that is not compatible with adhesive or which

could reduce or prevent bond to the surface.

C. Use primer when recommended by adhesive manufacturer as proper for the

particular backing.

D. Clean surfaces thoroughly to remove dirt, oil and dust.

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Install tile for patching and extension of existing tile using the method that matches

the existing condition. Where necessary, remove existing concrete topping to allow

for setting bed. Line up joints with those existing. Install new tile to finish in same

plane with existing tile.

14.24 Ceramic Tile Repair

Cut out all loose, damaged, or cracked tile sufficiently to allow at least a 1/8"

setting bed. Wet recess to receive tile and press presoaked tile firmly into place

flush with adjacent tile surfaces. Wipe off excess grout with a sponge and buff to

a luster when dry. Match existing tile as closely as possible. Replace all missing

or cracked base and caps. Dig out all loose grout in corners of walls and floors

and re-grout forcing grout firmly into place. Clean remaining dirt from grout and

tile and buff all tile walls and floors. When bathtub abuts tile, dig out grout between

tub and first course of ceramic tile and caulk with a silicone flexible caulking in a

smooth bead.

14.25 Ceramic Tile Grouting

A thick slurry of silicone grout mix as herein described mixed with a minimum

amount of water shall be brushed or squeegee over the surface until all joints are

thoroughly filled and excess slurry removed. Following beat-in and adjustment, the

excess slurry shall be washed clean from the face of tile. Excess grout shall be

removed by use of a sponge, squeegee, or burlap to finish the joints and clean the

tile surface without disturbing the floor surface.Trim Members Shall be at installed

level, plumb and true; accurately scribe members in place; standing trim in single

lengths running trim in pieces long as practicable. Bevel butt joints together; miter

exterior angles, cope interior; set exposed nails for putty

14.26 Vanity Installation - Cultured Marble Top/Bowl

Vanity unit complete with cabinet, one piece cultured marble top and fittings.

Cabinet to be prefinished, frame of 3/4" stock, mortised, tenoned and glued. Solid

wood sides, back and doors with metal knobs. No composite materials shall be

allowed.

Bath Vanity-Lavatory/Repair

Contractor shall repair the bath vanity. Remove old grout Reset sink

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Replace drain trap connections to stop leak Remove all pulls and replace missing parts Paint cabinet with two coats of interior Semi-Gloss Enamel Reference division 10 for paint, Americo hardware; or equal.

14.28 Bathroom Accessory Installation

Contractor shall furnish and install two towel bars in full bath and one in bath or

powder room, one toilet paper holder, soap dish and shower rod. Hardware

shall be chrome plated unless otherwise specified in work write up. Accessories

shall be mounted level and plumb. If mounted in drywall a minimum of two

molly bolts shall be used to attach units to wall. If new tile is installed over tub,

a ceramic soap and pull and a ceramic towel bar shall be installed.

14.29 Bathroom Medicine Cabinet with Mirror

Contractor shall furnish and install a Miami-Carey Hollywood Ensemble or

approved equal as related by homeowner with mirror doors and light. The width

shall be the same as the vanity under the unit or as specified in the work write

up. Installation shall be in accordance with all local codes and manufacturers

recommendations.

Bath Medicine Cabinet/Install

Contractor shall install the bath medicine cabinet.

Remove the existing medicine cabinet Install new unit marking existing; specify shelving

Use: Triangle; Sears; Dayton or equal.

14.30 Existing Medicine Cabinet replacement

Contractor shall remove existing and install a new recessed or surface mounted

medicine cabinet as indicated. Stainless steel edging with piano hinged plate glass

mirror door. Patch/repair disturbed areas to match existing.

Toilet and Bath accessories

SUMMARY

B. This Section includes the following:

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1. Toilet and bath accessories;

2. Medicine Cabinet;

3. Tub Surround.

WARRANTY

A. Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer

agrees to repair or replace if defects in material.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

MANUFACTURERS

A. Basis-of-Design Products: The design for toilet and bath

accessories, and specific items, are described in Part 2 and are

based on products indicated. Subject to compliance with

requirements, manufacturers and products of equal quality are

acceptable.

MATERIALS

1. Accessories shall conform to Federal Specifications WW-P 54 lb.

2. Accessories shall be chrome finish brass or zinc die cast metal with

concealed mounting brackets.

3. Stainless Steel: ASTM A666, Type 304, No. 4 finish (satin), 0.0312-

inch (0.8-mm) minimum nominal thickness, unless otherwise

indicated.

4. Brass: ASTM B19, ASTM B16 (ASTM B16M), or ASTM B30

castings.

5. Steel Sheet: ASTM A366/A366M, 0.0359-inch (0.9-mm) minimum

nominal thickness.

6. Galvanized Steel Sheet: ASTM A653/A653M, G60 (Z180).

7. Chromium Plating: ASTM B456, Service Condition Number SC2

(moderate service).

8. Baked-Enamel Finish: Factory-applied, gloss-white, baked-acrylic-

enamel coating.

9. Mirror Glass: ASTM C1036, Type I, Class 1, Quality q2, and

nominal 6.0-mm thick, with silvering, electroplated copper coating,

and protective organic coating complying with FS DD-M-411.

TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES

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A. Towel Bar: Install 1 at Lavatory and 1 at tub/shower

Basis-of-Design Product: Delta or Equal;

1. Model: FND24-PC or Equal;

2. Collection: Foundations

3. Mounting: Wall Mount;

4. Towel Capacity: 24-inch;

5. Material: Chrome plated.

B. Toilet Tissue Dispenser: 1 at toilet

Basis-of-Design Product: Delta;

1. Model: FND50-PC or Equal;

2. Collection: Foundations

3. Type: Single-roll dispenser;

4. Mounting: Surface mounted with concealed anchorage;

5. Material: Chrome plated.

C. Shower Curtain Rod: 1 at shower/tub

Basis-of-Design: Moen or Equal;

1. Model: CSR2165CH or Equal;

2. Stainless-steel shower curtain rod with stainless-steel

flanges , installed at length required for shower opening;

3. Finish: Chrome

4. Mounting: Surface mount with concealed anchorage

5. Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty;

6. Size: 5-foot – 0-inch.

D. Medicine Cabinet: 1 at lavatory

Basis-of-Design Product: Pegasus or Equal;

1. Model: SP4582 or Equal;

2. Type: Recessed or Surface Mount;

3. Size: 24-inch x 30-inch x 5-inch;

4. Construction: Rust-Free Aluminum Construction;

5. Door: Frameless mirror door concealing storage cabinet

equipped and with adjustable self-closing concealed

hinges;

6. Shelves: (3) Glass.

E. ADA Compliant Grab-Bar: 1 at lavatory

Basis-of-Design Product: Moen or Equal

1. Model: LR8936P or Equal

2. Size: 36-inch Minimum length, 1-1/2-inch diameter;

3. Material: Stainless Steel;

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4. Weight Capacity: 500 lbs.

5. Mount: Wall Mount

6. Installation: 33-inch to 36-inch above finished floor.

F. ADA Compliant Grab-Bar: 1 at shower/tub

Basis-of-Design Product: Moen or Equal

1. Model: LR8936P or Equal

2. Size: 36-inch Minimum length, 1-1/2-inch diameter;

3. Material: Stainless Steel;

4. Weight Capacity: 500 lbs.

5. Mount: Wall Mount

6. Installation: 33-inch to 36-inch above finished floor.

G. One Piece Tub and Shower Unit

Basis of Design: Aquatic Bathware OR Equal

1. Model: 1603BFSD or Equal

2. Size: 60-inch x 34-inch x 76-inch

3. Type: Acrylic Tile Bath Wall Set

4. Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty (30 Year

Commercial)

5. Drainage: Center Drain

6. ADA: Barrier Free

H. Shower Surround

Basis of design: Aquatic Bathware or Equal

1. Model: AX6030FWS2-WH or Equal

2. Size: 30-inch x 60-inch x 56-inch

3. Color: White/ Almond

4. Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

5. Construction: Acrylic

I. Water Closet

Basis of Design: American Standard Champion4 or Equal

1. Model: 2586.0000

2. High Performance elongated toilet

3. Size: 12-inch Rough-in

4. Seat Included

J. Countertop Lavatory

Basis of Design: American Standard or Equal

1. Model: 0476.028

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2. Vitreous china lavatory

3. 4-inch Center

K. Lavatory Cabinet Combo

1. Model: Melborn

2. Size: 24-inch & 30-inch

3. Cultured Marble to with integral bowl

4. 4-inch center set faucet

L. Wall Mounted Sink

Basis of Design: Kohler or Equal

1. Model: SOHO, K-2053 or Equal

2. Size: 20-inch x 18-inch

3. ADA Compliant

4. Single Bowl

M. Shower Seat

Basis of Design: Barrier Free Architecturals Inc.

1. Model: ADAPHWB3221 L/R or Equal

2. Phenolic Seat with Wall Bracket

N. Bathtub

Basis of Design: American Standard or Equal

1. Model: 2390.202(Left) 2391.020 (Right)

2. Collection: Princeton

3. Size: 60-inch/ 42-gal

4. Americast – brand engineered product

O. Walk-In bathtub

Basis of Design: Barrier Free Architecturals Inc.

1. Manufacturer: Best Bath Systems

2. Model: LTOW5030 L/R - Escape

3. Size: 30-inch x 60-inch/ 59gal.

4. Access: Pressure Sealed Door

5. ADA Compliant

6. Standards: IAPMO/ANSI Z124.1.2-2005 & ASME

A112.19.15

PART 3 - EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

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A. Install accessories using fasteners appropriate to substrate indicated and

recommended by unit manufacturer. Install units level, plumb, and firmly

anchored in locations and at heights indicated.

1. Install grab bars to withstand a downward load of at least 350 lb. (1112

N), when tested according to method in ASTM F446.

2. Adjust accessories for unencumbered, smooth operation and verify

that mechanisms function properly. Replace damaged or defective

items. Remove temporary labels and protective coatings.

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Part 1 Scope

This Division covers labor, material, and equipment required to install equipment

normally found in kitchen areas including:

Carpentry Counter tops

Backsplash

Appliances

Note: Strongly Related Divisions include:

Plumbing

Electric

HVAC

Finishes

Part 2 General Requirements

15 201 All kitchen cabinets and countertops are to be supplied by the contractor.

15.202 Delivery

Cabinets shall be delivered to the kitchen area by supplier.

Lines of Responsibility

Contractor shall log in all cabinetry for owner and record damage and defects. All cabinets

accepted on job site become the property of the contractor until final acceptance of kitchen

area.

Protect wood cabinets and countertops during transit, delivery, storage, and handling to

prevent damage, soiling, and deterioration.

Do not deliver wood cabinets and countertops until painting, wet work, grinding, and similar

operations, which could be performed before installation of kitchen cabinets, have been

completed in installation areas. Store kitchen cabinets and countertops in installation areas or,

if that is impracticable, in areas with ambient conditions meeting same requirements.

15.210 Drawings

Division 15

KITCHEN AREAS

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All major kitchen cabinet installations shall be shown on a 1/4" to one foot scale

drawing of the proposed kitchen, submitted for acceptance before cabinets are

manufactured or constructed.

Part 3 Products

Equipment

Refrigerator Installation

Refer to division 13 for appliance model Include new 20 Amp electric outlet, cover, and box

concealed in wall when not existing. Color selection by owner.

30" Electric Range Installation

Refer to division 13 for appliance model and power requirements.

30” Gas Range Installation

Refer to division 13 for appliance model. Include new plumbing and electrical connections to

code.

Reinstall Existing Kitchen Appliances

Contractor is to install/reinstall all kitchen appliances as indicated in work write-up. Include all

necessary plumbing and electrical connections to code.

Cabinetry/Countertop/Backsplash

Cabinets shall be manufactured with cabinet-grade plywood with a manufacturer’s pre-finish,

kitchen tops shall be plastic laminate, hardware allowance will be standard. No MDF, particle

board, or other composite material shall be allowed. All nail holes and points in cabinets shall be

puttied as to provide smooth exterior finish matching color and sealed. Kitchen tops shall be

constructed of 3/4” plywood with plastic laminate & full back splash (to bottom of cabinet) and

nosing.

Tops shall cover base unit with a minimum of 1” overhang. Cabinetry shall be pre- manufactured

and pre-finished, either matching existing cabinetry or replacing cabinetry. Where replacement

only involves a portion of the cabinetry, the Contractor may construct cabinetry to match existing

cabinets if matching pre-manufactured product are not available.

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Cabinet repair shall include but not be limited to the installation of doors, drawer fronts, and

drawer guides, new hardware and refinishing. Construction shall comply with AWI Standards for

Economy Grade.

Part 4 Execution

15.819 Installation of Cabinetry

Install plumb, level, true and straight with no distortions. Shim as required using

concealed shims. Where wood kitchen cabinets touch other finished work, scribe

and cut for accurate fit. Before making cutouts, drill pilot holes at corners.

Anchor cabinets securely in place with concealed (when doors and drawers are

closed) fasteners, anchored into structural support members or wall construction.

Comply with manufacturer’s instructions for support of unit

Installation of Countertops

Attach countertops securely to base units. Splice and glue joints in countertops;

provide concealed mechanical clamping of joint. Provide cutouts for fixtures and

appliances as indicated; smooth cut edges and coat with waterproof coating or

adhesive.

Installation of backsplash

All upgraded backsplashes (Tile, Granite Formica,) installed onsite will need to conform to

the material installation guidelines for that product. All thinset products need to be used

within the expiration date and grout should have zero moisture content before using. After

backsplash has been installed, caulking on all exposed ends of the backsplash shall be

performed.

Complete hardware installation and adjust doors and drawers for proper operation

Shelves.

Square cut and install all loose shelving material.

Cleaning and protection

Repair or remove and replace defective work as directed upon completion of

installation.

Clean exposed and semi-exposed surfaces, touch up are required, and remove and

refinish damaged or soiled areas.

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15 820Cabinet Repairs

15 821 Refinishing Cabinets

Refinish existing cabinet, clean sand and repaint. Replace hardware as needed to

match existing, if not possible, replace all exposed hardware.

15.822 Refinishing Cabinets - New Doors and Hardware

Old cabinet doors, plywood fronts, and hardware are to be removed and disposed

of properly. Fill or plug all holes from old hardware and sand. Stain the frame

fronts to match the new cabinet doors. Hardware is to be installed on cabinet doors

and door fronts in such a way as to be uniform in position and hold the door square

and level new doors are to be without visible warping.

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ADA Compliant Lifts & Ramps

General Conditions and Division 1 govern this Section.

Part I Scope

Ramps and Lifts. Homes that will be elevated may require one ramp or lift entrance in place of

stairs. Ramps will be Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (“UFAS”) compliant with

maximum slope of 1:12 and not to exceed 30” rise per run.

Ramps will also incorporate a set of stairs in the ramp design at the home entrance. Where a lift

is required, they shall be residential vertical platform lift, including electrical installation in

accordance with local code, maintenance-free operation and 24V DC battery backup with

reference to the UFAS Section

4.11. The lift installation will also incorporate a set of stairs in the lift design.

When a home is elevated as part of rehabilitation, a ramp will be installed in place of stairs for

one home entrance at the owner’s choice if the owner is elderly or disabled as verified by the

Program Administrator. These costs are program eligible. If the home is located within a historical

district governed by the Design Standards for Historic properties then the location of the ramp or

lift must comply with those guidelines.

A lift may be installed in place of a ramp under several circumstances. If the ramp is eligible and

of such a height that a lift is more cost effective the lift must be installed and would be eligible.

If the ramp cannot be constructed to meet UFAS due to site and home location geometry, a lift

may be constructed and would be eligible even if more costly. If the homeowner chooses to

construct a lift instead of the ramp and the lift is more costly than the ramp the owner must pay

for the incremental lift installation costs. In the majority of cases and due to the 1:12 slope

requirements, lifts will be necessary for homes elevated 3-foot or above.

Reference division 5 for carpentry work for the installation of the ramp and/or lift.

Repair, renovations, alterations, reconstructions of existing wood framing shall comply with the

currently enforced IRC for Harris County.

Part 2 General Requirements

16.1 Product Delivery, Storage and Handling

A. Immediately upon delivery to job site, place materials in area protected

from weather.

B. Store materials in a minimum of 6 in. above ground on framework or

blocking and cover with protective water-proof covering providing for

adequate air circulation or ventilation.

Division 16

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C. Do not store seasoned materials in wet, damp portions of building.

D. A materials used in framing and constructing ramps and landing associated

with the installation of a Lift shall be pressure treated wood.

E. The width of ramp and associated landings shall conform to the

dimensional requirements of UFAS and shall be a minimum width of 36

inches between the handrails. Hand rails shall be located 30” to 34” inches

above ramp or landing surface and shall be 1 ½” from face of wall if that

condition occurs. Handrail gripping surface diameter should be 1 ¼” to 1

½”. Handrails should be rounded or returned to wall, floor or post . Guard

rails shall conform to sizing and spacing as referenced in the Carpentry

section of this document.

Part 3 Products

16.2 Material Standards for Ramps and framing around lift

16.3 Aluminum Ramp

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements. Provide products

by one of the following.

1. EZACCESS(preferred)

2. Redd Team

3. Access One

4. 101 Mobility

5. Or Equal, (Shop Drawings and Submittal are required

16.4 Material Standards for Wood Framed Ramp Construction

All lumber to be grade marked and surfaced 4 sides. Minimum grading of lumber

shall be as set forth in this section. All rough and framing lumber in contact with

concrete will be termite resistant pressure treated lumber. All wood structural

members shall be of sufficient size to carry the dead and require live loads without

exceeding the allowable working stresses. A minimum size for support members

shall be nominal dimension 4 x4. Anchorage of wood framing shall be in

accordance with Wind Storm Specifications and all other applicable codes.

16.5 Lumber Grading Rules and Wood Species to be in conformance with Voluntary

Product Standard PS 20-70:

Grading rules of the following associations apply to materials furnished under this

section:

A. Northeastern Lumber Manufacturer's Association, Inc. (NELMA).

B. Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (SPIB).

C. Northern Hardwood and Pine Manufacturer's Association (NHPMA).

D. Northern Softwood Lumber Bureau (NSLB)

E. Western Wood Products Association (WWPA)

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16.6 General Standards

Identify all lumber and plywood by official grade mark.

A. Specified lumber dimensions are nominal.

B. Actual dimensions conform to industry standards established by the

American Lumber Standards Committee and the rules writing agencies.

Surfacing:

A. Surface four sides (54S), unless specified otherwise.

Moisture Content

A. 19% maximum for lumber items not specified to receive wood

preservative treatment

16.7 Framing Lumber

A. Furring and grounds: Minimum Grade, No. 3 common.

B. Light framing lumber (less than 6" wide) minimum grade #2 (SPIB)

C. Structural framing (6" and wider): Any species and grade meeting the

following value: Fb = 1150 psi, E + 1,400,000 psi

16.8 Plywood

Plywood Grading Rules

A. Softwood Plywood - Construction and Industrial: Product Standard PS 1-66

B. Hardwood Plywood: Product Standard PS 51-71.

16.9 Concealed Plywood

Where plywood will be concealed by other work, provide C-D Plugged/ INT-APA.

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16.10 Treated Wood

Preservative

A. Pressure method in accordance with interim "Wood Preservative Treating

Practice" and published standards of American Wood Protection Association

(AWPA).

B. Kiln-dry to 19% moisture content or less after treatment and marked as KDAT the following:

C. Wood sills, sleepers, blocking, furring, stripping and similar concealed

members in contact with masonry or concrete shall be rated and grade

marked for “ground contact”

D. Pressure-treat the following with preservatives for ground contact use

complying with AWPB and code requirements.

16.11 Fasteners: Rough Hardware Bolts:

A. BOLT, HEXAGON AND SQUARE : FS FF-B-575C.

B. BOLT,SQUARE NECK AND TEE HEAD FS FF-B-584 D.

C. Nuts: FS FF-N-836C

D. Expansion shields: FS FF-B-561C.

E. Lag screws and bolts: FS FF-B-561C

F. Toggle bolts: FS FF-B-588C

G. Wood screws: FS FF-S-lllC.

H. Nails and staples: FS FF-N-105B

16.12 Standards for Lift

16.13 Lift Manufacturers

1. Ram Manufacturer

2. Ameriglide

3. McKinley Elevator

4. Or Equal

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Where applicable when space is limited for Ramp configuration and travel/lift

distance is in excess of 3’-0” provide weather resistant electrical lift with adjacent

access.

A. Basis of design is the Trus-T Lift 750 by Ram manufacturing or equal.

The following are the product specifications:

Adjacent Access

Lift Platform: 34” x 54”

Footprint: 49” x 54”

Maximum Load: 750lbs

Lift speed: 8ft per minute

Automatic Folding Ramp: 8”

Tower Height: 50 ½” to 94 ½”

Tower Travel: 28” to 72”

Motor: 1/2hp – 110V A.C.

Power Supply: 110V/1PH/60HZ C/W 15 fused disconnect

Platform Material: Expanded metal

Emergency Stop switch

Emergency Manual Crank Operation

Finish: Black Powder Coated

B. Lift shall comply with governing codes including local governing

jurisdictions including UFAS (Uniform Federal Accessibility

Standards.)

C. Reframing of exiting deck or porch may be required. In some cases a

platform must be created to create a barrier free ADA compliant access to

the residence. Reference division 5 for this associated work.

D. Provide minimum 72” x 72” x 4” broom finished concrete pad with 2500

PSI Compressive strength at 28 days with steel reinforcing installed per

the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institutes recommended best practices for

placing & supporting reinforcement

16.14 Ramp Standards

The least possible slope shall be used for any ramp.

The maximum slope for any ramp is 1:12

Maximum Rise of 30” per run

Minimum Clear width between the handrails 36”

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Landings

Landing shall be at the bottom and top of each run.

Landing shall be at least the width of the ramp

Landing length shall be a minimum of 60”

Landing size shall be 60” x 60” for any changes in ramp direction

If a doorway is located at a landing, then the area in front of the doorway shall

comply with 4.13.6 of UFSA

Handrails

Continuous handrails should be provided along both sides of the ramp

If handrails are not continuous, the they shall extend 12” past the bottom and top

of each ramp segment.

Clear space between handrail and wall should be 1 ½”.

Gripping surface shall be 1 ¼” to 1 ½” diameter and between 30” & 34” above

ramp surface.

End of handrails shall be either rounded or returned to wall, floor or post.