Uniform General Conditions For Construction Contracts, State of Texas, 2010 (UGC) - Construction
Uniform General Conditions For Construction Contracts, State of Texas, 2010 (UGC) - Construction
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. The Contractor's attention is specifically directed, but not limited, to the following documents
for additional requirements:
1. Uniform General Conditions for Construction Contracts, State of Texas, 2010 (UGC).
2. The University of Houston’s Supplemental General Conditions and Special Conditions for
Construction.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section includes requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural
requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.
B. Related Requirements:
1. Section 01 29 00 "Payment Procedures" for submitting Applications for Payment and the
schedule of values.
2. Section 01 78 39 "Project Record Documents" for submitting record Drawings, record
Specifications, and record Product Data.
3. Section 01 79 00 "Demonstration and Training" for submitting video recordings of
demonstration of equipment and training of Owner's personnel.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require
Architect's responsive action. Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual
Specification Sections as "action submittals."
B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not
require Architect's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with
requirements. Informational submittals are those submittals indicated in individual
Specification Sections as "informational submittals."
C. File Transfer Protocol (FTP): Communications protocol that enables transfer of files to and
from another computer over a network and that serves as the basis for standard Internet
protocols. An FTP site is a portion of a network located outside of network firewalls within
which internal and external users are able to access files.
D. Portable Document Format (PDF): An open standard file format licensed by Adobe Systems
used for representing documents in a device-independent and display resolution-independent
fixed-layout document format.
Revise "Submittal Schedule" Paragraph below to suit Project. If there is an office submittal review
sequence policy, insert specific requirements. See Evaluations for discussion on submittal review
sequence policies.
1. Coordinate submittal schedule with list of subcontracts, the schedule of values, and
Contractor's construction schedule.
If a startup construction schedule is not required, delete "Initial Submittal" Subparagraph below or
revise to require initial submittal within 14 days of date established for commencement of the Work.
2. Initial Submittal: Submit concurrently with startup construction schedule. Include
submittals required during the first 60 days of construction. List those submittals
required to maintain orderly progress of the Work and those required early because of
long lead time for manufacture or fabrication.
3. Final Submittal: Submit concurrently with the first complete submittal of Contractor's
construction schedule.
a. Submit revised submittal schedule to reflect changes in current status and timing
for submittals.
Add information, such as scheduled dates for purchasing and installation and the activity or event
number, if using a CPM construction schedule.
See Evaluations for cautions on use of Architect's digital data files, in "Architect's Digital Data Files"
Paragraph below, for submittals.
A. Architect's Digital Data Files: Electronic digital data files of the Contract Drawings will be
provided by Architect for Contractor's use in preparing submittals.
Retain subparagraph below if Architect's digital data files will be made available to Contractor.
Examples of additional project-specific limitations and restrictions that specifier may wish to add below
include limitation to files that already exist, limitations on incorporating revisions, limitations on
availability of Architect's consultant files, limitation of digital drawing system formats, limitation on
digital drawing entity attributes and layering, restrictions on Contractor's use, cost of providing files,
mode of transmittal, and delivery time.
1. Architect will furnish Contractor one set of digital data drawing files of the Contract
Drawings for use in preparing Shop Drawings and Project record drawings.
1) Floor plans.
2) Reflected ceiling plans.
3) BIM model, if available.
Retain subparagraph below if one submittal has an impact on another submittal. Submittals that
require concurrent review should be so indicated in those Sections.
4. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so
processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for
coordination.
C. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows.
Time for review shall commence on Architect's receipt of submittal. No extension of the
Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance
of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.
1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time
if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Architect will advise Contractor
when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.
2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner
as initial submittal.
3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each resubmittal.
Allowing procedure in "Concurrent Consultant Review" Subparagraph below may cause tracking
problems for Architect and Construction Manager, if any. Delete if not allowed. See Evaluations.
4. Concurrent Consultant Review: Where the Contract Documents indicate that submittals
may be transmitted simultaneously to Architect and to Architect's consultants, allow 15
days for review of each submittal. Submittal will be returned to Architect before being
returned to Contractor.
Retain "Paper Submittals" Paragraph below if requiring paper copies of submittals instead of electronic
submittals. Typically, allow both paper and electronic submittals.
D. Paper Submittals: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal item for
identification.
1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.
2. Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches (150 by 200 mm) on label or beside title
block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by
Architect.
3. Include the following information for processing and recording action taken:
a. Project name.
b. Date.
c. Name of Architect.
d. Name of Construction Manager.
e. Name of Contractor.
f. Name of subcontractor.
g. Name of supplier.
h. Name of manufacturer.
i. Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.
Revise "Additional Paper Copies" Subparagraph below to suit Project and office policy. Marking
numerous copies of submittals can be time consuming.
4. Additional Paper Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and
unless Architect observes noncompliance with provisions in the Contract Documents,
initial submittal may serve as final submittal.
Retain one of two "Transmittal Form for Paper Submittals" subparagraphs below. Typically retain first
subparagraph unless transmittal forms commonly used by contractors, in second subparagraph, are
acceptable. If retaining last option in first subparagraph, insert a sample of the form in Project Manual.
a. Transmittal Form for Paper Submittals: Provide locations on form for the
following information:
1) Project name.
2) Date.
3) Destination (To:).
4) Source (From:).
5) Name and address of Architect.
6) Name of Construction Manager.
7) Name of Contractor.
8) Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.
9) Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.
10) Category and type of submittal.
11) Submittal purpose and description.
12) Specification Section number and title.
13) Specification paragraph number or drawing designation and generic name
for each of multiple items.
14) Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.
15) Indication of full or partial submittal.
16) Transmittal number.
17) Submittal and transmittal distribution record.
18) Remarks.
19) Signature of transmitter.
Retain "Electronic Submittals" Paragraph below if requiring electronic submittals instead of paper
submittals. Typically, allow both types of submittals.
E. Electronic Submittals: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as
follows:
Requirement in first subparagraph below can be performed automatically using PDF publishing
software.
1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file incorporating submittal
requirements of a single Specification Section and transmittal form with links enabling
navigation to each item.
2. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.
a. File name shall use project identifier and Specification Section number followed
by a decimal point and then a sequential number (e.g., LNHS-061000.01).
Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g.,
LNHS-061000.01.A).
Requirement in first subparagraph below can be performed using PDF publishing software. Alternatively,
the Project Web Site software may be used to provide this function.
3. Provide means for insertion to permanently record Contractor's review and approval
markings and action taken by Architect.
4. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Use software-generated form from
electronic project management software acceptable to Owner, containing the following
information:
a. Project name.
b. Date.
c. Name and address of Architect.
d. Name of Construction Manager.
e. Name of Contractor.
f. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.
g. Names of subcontractor.
h. Category and type of submittal.
i. Submittal purpose and description.
j. Specification Section number and title.
k. Specification paragraph number or drawing designation and generic name for
each of multiple items.
l. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.
m. Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate.
n. Related physical samples submitted directly.
o. Indication of full or partial submittal.
p. Transmittal number.
q. Submittal and transmittal distribution record.
r. Other necessary identification.
s. Remarks.
H. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.
J. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final
action submittals that are marked with approval notation from Architect's action stamp.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
1. Post electronic submittals as PDF electronic files directly to Project Web site specifically
established for Project.
a. Architect will return annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as an
electronic Project record document file.
2. Action Submittals: Submit three paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise
indicated. Architect will return one copy.
3. Informational Submittals: Submit two paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise
indicated. Architect will not return copies.
4. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Provide a statement that includes signature
of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be
B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and
type of product or equipment.
1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard published data
are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.
2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.
3. Include the following information, as applicable:
Retain subparagraph below unless default submittal format specified elsewhere in this article applies.
6. Submit Product Data in the following format:
Retain one of two subparagraphs below unless default submittal format specified elsewhere in this
article applies.
C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base
Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data, unless
submittal based on Architect's digital data drawing files is otherwise permitted.
a. Identification of products.
b. Schedules.
c. Compliance with specified standards.
d. Notation of coordination requirements.
Revise "Sheet Size" Subparagraph below to establish a standard sheet size and format.
2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop
Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm), but no larger than 30
by 42 inches (750 by 1067 mm).
Retain subparagraph below unless default submittal format specified elsewhere in this article applies.
3. Submit Shop Drawings in the following format:
Retain first subparagraph below when Project utilizes BIM through the Construction Stage and
Contractor is required to prepare Shop Drawings for incorporation into the BIM. Edit as required to
reflect Project scope agreements.
4. BIM File Incorporation: Develop and incorporate Shop Drawing files into Building
Information Model established for Project.
a. Prepare Shop Drawings in the following format: Same digital data software
program, version, and operating system as the original Drawings.
b. Refer to Section 01 31 00 "Project Management and Coordination" for
requirements for coordination drawings.
D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these
characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between
submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.
4. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-
control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may
be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.
a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual
Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time
of use.
b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as Owner's
property, are the property of Contractor.
Revise "Samples for Initial Selection" Subparagraph below if Project requires a different procedure.
Consider indicating Samples for initial selection as a separate item in the submittal schedule. Delete
subparagraph if colors and other characteristics are preselected and specified or scheduled.
5. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or
sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.
a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set of available choices where color, pattern,
texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's
product line. Architect will return submittal with options selected.
6. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared
from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified,
and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full
range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to,
the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or
containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing
color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent
testing and inspection.
a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. Architect will retain one
Sample set; remainder will be returned. Mark up and retain one returned Sample
set as a project record sample.
"Product Schedule" Paragraph below describes Contractor's submittal in tabular form detailing product
and installation requirements for an individual Section.
1. Type of product. Include unique identifier for each product indicated in the Contract
Documents or assigned by Contractor if none is indicated.
2. Manufacturer and product name, and model number if applicable.
3. Number and name of room or space.
4. Location within room or space.
Retain subparagraph below unless default submittal format specified elsewhere in this article applies.
5. Submit product schedule in the following format:
Retain one of two subparagraphs below unless default submittal format specified elsewhere in this
article applies.
G. Application for Payment and Schedule of Values: Comply with requirements specified in
Section 01 29 00 "Payment Procedures."
H. Test and Inspection Reports and Schedule of Tests and Inspections Submittals: Comply with
requirements specified in Section 01 40 00 "Quality Requirements."
J. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience
of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses,
contact information of architects and owners, and other information specified.
K. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel
comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure
Specification and Procedure Qualification Record on AWS forms. Include names of firms and
personnel certified.
P. Material Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing
agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with
requirements in the Contract Documents.
Q. Product Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating that current product produced by
manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on
evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or
on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.
R. Research Reports: Submit written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project.
Include the following information:
S. Preconstruction Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing
agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before
installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract
Documents.
T. Compatibility Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing
agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed
before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate
preparation needed for adhesion.
U. Field Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating and interpreting results of field tests
performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location,
for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.
V. Design Data: Prepare and submit written and graphic information, including, but not limited
to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations.
Include list of assumptions and other performance and design criteria and a summary of loads.
Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for
calculations. Include page numbers.
1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the
Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing
these services.
Retain first subparagraph below when Project utilizes BIM through the Construction Stage and
delegated-design drawings and data will be incorporated into the BIM.
C. BIM File Incorporation: Incorporate delegated-design drawing and data files into Building
Information Model established for Project.
1. Prepare delegated-design drawings in the following format: Same digital data software
program, version, and operating system as the original Drawings.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Action and Informational Submittals: Review each submittal and check for coordination with
other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note
corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to Architect.
C. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name
and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer,
date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed,
checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.
A. Action Submittals: Architect will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or
revisions required, and return it. Architect will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and
will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action, or the action may be recorded in a separate
transmittal or equivelant function of the Project Web Site.
B. Informational Submittals: Architect will review each submittal and will not return it, or will
return it if it does not comply with requirements. Architect will forward each submittal to
appropriate party.
C. Partial submittals prepared for a portion of the Work will be reviewed when use of partial
submittals has received prior approval from Architect.
E. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may be returned by the Architect without
action.
END OF SECTION 01 33 00