Quality of Materials. In order to establish standards of quality, the Engineer has, in the detailed specifications, referred to certain products by name and catalog number. This procedure is not to be construed as eliminating from competition other products of equal or better quality by other manufacturers where fully suitable in design. a) The Contractor shall furnish the complete list of proposed desired substitutions prior to signing of the contract, together with such engineering and catalog data as the Engineer may require. b) The contractor shall abide by the Engineer's judgment when proposed substitute materials or items of equipment are judged to be unacceptable and shall furnish the specified material or item of equipment in such case. All proposals for substitutions shall be submitted in writing within a reasonable time. No substitute materials shall be used unless approved in writing. c) An addendum will be issued prior to bid opening, identifying manufacturers of approved equipment. Only general contractors can request approval of equal equipment.
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Samples: Contract Agreement, Contract Agreement, Contract Agreement
